Well, well, well, look who's back in the spotlight! It's 2026, and the one and only Lyney is making a grand reappearance on the character banner. As a seasoned adventurer who's seen it all (and farmed it all), I'm here to give you the real, no-nonsense lowdown on prepping for this fabulous Fontaine firecracker. He might not be the absolute meta king, but let's be real – who doesn't want a stylish, top-hat-wearing Pyro DPS who basically fights with magical fireworks? Pure class. So, for all you new players catching him for the first time or veterans looking to finally add him to your collection, let's get your inventory prepped. Trust me, you don't want to be scrambling for Rainbow Roses after you pull him – that's a recipe for madness.

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Part 1: The Ascension Grind – Leveling Up the Showman

First things first, you gotta get the man to level 90. It's 2026, and anything less is basically disrespectful to his fabulousness. Here's the complete shopping list, broken down so you know exactly what you're signing up for. Spoiler alert: it involves a lot of fighting Fatui and... flower picking. Buckle up.

The Grand Total Shopping List:

  • Agnidus Agate: You know the drill. Pyro characters love these shiny rocks.

  • Sliver x1, Fragment x9, Chunk x9, Gemstone x6.

  • Fatui Insignias: Time to remind those guys who's boss.

  • Recruit's Insignia x18, Sergeant's Insignia x30, Lieutenant's Insignia x36.

  • Rainbow Roses x168: Yes, you read that right. One. Hundred. And. Sixty. Eight. Get ready for a scenic tour of Fontaine's waterways.

  • Emperor's Resolution x46: This bad boy drops from the Emperor of Fire and Iron world boss in Fontaine. A weekly ritual awaits.

  • Mora x420,000: Cha-ching! The universal currency of pain.

The Level-by-Level Breakdown:

To make your life easier, here’s a handy table. Bookmark this, screenshot it, tattoo it on your arm – whatever works.

Ascension Level Agnidus Agate Insignias Emperor's Resolution Rainbow Roses Mora Cost
20 ➔ 40 Sliver x1, Fragment x3 Recruit's x18 x2 x13 60,000
40 ➔ 50 Fragment x3 Recruit's x15 x2 x10 40,000
50 ➔ 60 Fragment x6 Sergeant's x12 x4 x20 60,000
60 ➔ 70 Chunk x3 Sergeant's x18 x8 x30 80,000
70 ➔ 80 Chunk x6 Lieutenant's x12 x12 x45 100,000
80 ➔ 90 Gemstone x6 Lieutenant's x24 x20 x60 120,000

Pro-Tips for Farming:

  • Fatui Patrols: Use your Adventurer's Handbook to track them down. It's a great way to passively accumulate Insignias while exploring.

  • Rainbow Rose Routes: Fontaine's beauty is a curse. Plan efficient loops around the Court of Fontaine and the surrounding lakes. I recommend doing a run every time your commissions reset – makes the grind less soul-crushing.

  • Boss Resin: Save your Fragile Resin or plan your daily 160 resin around the Emperor of Fire and Iron. You'll need 46 drops, which, with some bad RNG, can feel like an eternity. Good luck, you'll need it!

Part 2: Talent Priority & The Bookworm's Nightmare

Alright, so you've got him to level 90. Congrats! But a level 90 Lyney with level 1 talents is like a fireworks show with only sparklers – underwhelming. To make him truly pop, you need to crown his skills. And oh boy, the book cost is no joke.

The Ultimate Talent Material Tally:

To get all three talents to a glorious level 10 (because why half-*ss anything?), you'll need:

  • Teachings/Guide/Philosophies of Fairness: Farmed from the Rhyming Rhythm domain in Fontaine (available Wednesdays, Saturdays, Sundays).

  • Teachings of Fairness x9

  • Guide to Fairness x63

  • Philosophies of Fairness x114

  • More Fatui Insignias: They just keep coming!

  • Recruit's Insignia x18

  • Sergeant's Insignia x66

  • Lieutenant's Insignia x93

  • Primordial Greenbloom x18: This is the real gatekeeper. You get it from the Realm of Beginnings trounce domain in Sumeru (the Apep boss fight). It's weekly, and the drop is random, so start farming this months in advance. Seriously.

  • Crown of Insight x3: Save those precious event crowns!

  • Mora x4,957,500: Yeah... you might wanna hit the Blossom of Wealth ley lines a few dozen times.

Talent Priority – Where to Invest First:

Not everyone has the resources to triple-crown day one. Here's the smart investment strategy:

  1. Normal Attack (⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐): This is non-negotiable. Lyney's charged attacks are his main source of Pyro damage. Max this first.

  2. Elemental Skill (⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐): Big, satisfying AOE damage and a self-heal. Very important for his rotation and survivability.

  3. Elemental Burst (⭐ ⭐ ⭐): Great for i-frames and extra damage, but often used more as a "finisher" or repositioning tool. Level it last.

Part 3: The 2026 Meta & Final Prep Checklist

So, is Lyney still worth it in 2026? From my experience, absolutely. He might not be the new hotness, but he's a solid, self-sufficient Pyro hypercarry who works brilliantly in Mono-Pyro teams (think Lyney, Xiangling, Bennett, Kazuha/Zhongli). His gameplay is straightforward but satisfying – aim, charge, BOOM! Perfect for when you just want to see big, colorful numbers without a 10-step rotation.

Your Pre-Farm To-Do List (Get This Done BEFORE The Banner Drops!):

  • [ ] Farm all 168 Rainbow Roses. This is the most time-consuming open-world task.

  • [ ] Defeat the Emperor of Fire and Iron weekly until you have at least 46 Emperor's Resolutions.

  • [ ] Grind the Rhyming Rhythm domain on its available days to stockpile Fairness books.

  • [ ] Challenge Apep in the Realm of Beginnings weekly for Primordial Greenblooms.

  • [ ] Clean out every Fatui camp in Teyvat for Insignias.

  • [ ] Stockpile at least 5 million Mora. You'll thank me later.

  • [ ] Save up that precious Primogem stash for his banner!

There you have it, folks! My comprehensive, slightly sarcastic, but 100% genuine guide to pre-farming for Lyney. It's a grind, no cap, but pulling him and instantly boosting him to max power is one of the best feelings in Genshin. Now get out there and start farming! May your pulls be blessed, and your resin efficient. Catch you in Fontaine! 🎩✨