Four years have passed since Genshin Impact 2.4 plunged the Traveler into the depths of Enkanomiya, yet this sunless abyss never lost its chokehold on the playerbase's curiosity. Among its most elusive tasks lurks The Phaethons' Syrtos—a bonus World Quest that still confuses the uninitiated and rewards the prepared. Think of it as Inazuma's Dragonspine, but wetter, spookier, and filled with enough royal drama to rival a Fontaine courtroom. Why should a 2026 adventurer care about an old quest? Simple: hidden lore, a stash of Primogems, and the bragging rights of honoring seven dead Sunchildren. Plus, who doesn't want to chat with a ghost in a place that constantly toggles between day and night modes?
So, how does one even stumble into this cryptic endeavor? The quest typically grabs you while you're chasing the Trail of Drake and Serpent objective during the Subterranean Trials. Near the Evernight Temple cliffs, there's a sealed room taunting every explorer with its glowing barrier. Not just any barrier—this one demands a Seelie escort service. A player might ask, "Do I really have to guide two tiny electric spirits just to open a door?" Yes, absolutely. And here's precisely where those Seelies are hiding:
The screenshot above reveals both Seelie positions. Once both are herded back to their posts, the barrier dissipates. But wait—don't just rush in. If Enkanomiya isn't bathed in Evernight, switch it now. That little toggle can make the difference between an empty room and a very talkative ghost. Inside, the NPC Clymene materializes, a Shade of Tokoyo who won't stop hinting at the corruption that once festered in Byakuyakoku's nobility. She doesn't just narrate lore; she hands you a task: pay your respects to 7 Royal Tombs. No pressure—just a leisurely graveyard pilgrimage across a sunken civilization.
Now, the million-Mora question: where are these tombs? They're scattered around Enkanomiya like forgotten easter eggs, each marked by a blue dot on the master map below. Picture seven somber resting places, each demanding a single Sango Pearl as an offering. If your inventory lacks at least seven of these pearlescent goodies, prepare for a detour through the region's coral-rich corners.
Time to break down the tomb-hunting process for the weary traveler in 2026:
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🗺️ Scout the Map: Open your in-game map and compare it with the annotated version above. The tombs mostly cling to the edges of the main islands. Pro tip: they're often guarded by a handful of enemies who apparently didn't get the memo that grave robbing is frowned upon.
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🌑 Evernight Mode is Your Friend: Many tombs only reveal themselves in the Evernight state. If you can't find one, cycle the day/night switch—it's the Enkanomiya equivalent of turning the lights on.
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💎 Sango Pearls: Each tomb consumes exactly one pearl. Farm them near the rocky shores and underwater ridges; they've been respawning daily since 2.4, and by 2026 you've probably accumulated a small nation's worth.
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👻 One Tomb at a Time: Approach each burial site, interact to place the pearl, and watch a brief but touching animation of the Sunchildren being honoured. No skip button? A small price for narrative payoff.
After the seventh pearl leaves your backpack, return to Clymene in the Evernight Temple. She'll deliver a poignant conclusion, shower you with rewards, and probably leave you with more questions about Byakuyakoku's ethical standards. The treasures—Primogems, Hero's Wit, Mora—are just the tip of the iceberg; the real gem is the story snippet that adds yet another layer to Teyvat's tangled history.
"But isn't spoiling exploration with guides against the spirit of adventure?" some purist might ask in 2026. Fair point. However, even the most hardcore explorer occasionally needs a lifeline when that one missing tomb refuses to appear after three hours of gliding in circles. The official Teyvat Interactive Map remains a trusty sidekick, but the joy of organic discovery shouldn't be entirely replaced by pins and waypoints. Use this guide as a safety net, not a script. After all, Enkanomiya's charm lies in its melancholic beauty and the quiet thrill of piecing together a fallen kingdom's secrets—preferably with a full supply of Sango Pearls and a ghostly guide who never overstays her welcome.