Hey folks! As a hardcore Genshin Impact player who's been grinding since day one, I know the pain of character ascension farming all too well. Right now in 2026, with Emilie being a staple in so many Dendro teams alongside our beloved Hydro Archon Furina, the demand for Lakelight Lilies is still insane. If you're like me and pulled for these two queens, you're in for a wild flower-picking ride. Let's break down everything you need to know about snagging these beautiful, yet elusive, blue blooms in the gorgeous region of Fontaine.
First things first, the primary hunting ground. You gotta head east of the Court of Fontaine. Seriously, pack your bags and get ready for a scenic trip. The main action happens around two massive lakes: Loch Urania and the area around the Weeping Willow of the Lake. These are your go-to spots. When you arrive, you'll see these Lakelight Lilies glowing with a soft, ethereal blue light. They've got this crystal-like stalk and love hanging out right by the water's edge. Pro tip: some of them are little sneaks hiding behind bushes, so keep those eyes peeled!
Now, let's talk strategy. The Weeping Willow of the Lake is, hands down, the easier spot to start, especially if you're a newer player or haven't tackled the Loch Urania puzzle yet. Why? Because Loch Urania is... problematic. It's initially a super windy area that will literally blast your characters back with gusts of wind. It's a total vibe killer for farming. But don't sweat it! You can use your glider to navigate the winds. It's a bit tricky, but totally doable. Once you've cleaned out all the lilies in Loch Urania itself, don't just teleport away! Cruise down the river flowing west from the lake; there are a couple more lilies chilling there.
Here's the real kicker: a single world only gives you 74 Lakelight Lilies per reset. And guess what? To ascend Emilie to level 90, you need a whopping 168 of these things! That's just brutal, my dudes. This is where the true endgame begins: Co-Op Mode. You absolutely need to visit your friends' worlds (or find some kind strangers online) to raid their flower beds. It's the only way to gather enough in a reasonable time. Teamwork makes the dream work, am I right?
But wait, there's another way! Just like how you can buy Spring of the First Dewdrops, you can also purchase 15 Lakelight Lilies from a vendor named Pahsiv. Her price? A measly 2 Tidalga per lily. Tidalga are those little sea creatures you can pick up underwater all over Fontaine. Easy peasy. However, there's a catch (isn't there always?). You won't find Pahsiv just hanging out. She's located inside a cave north of Loch Urania, but she only appears after you complete the Wild Fairy of Erinnyes world quests. So, if you haven't done that quest chain yet, add it to your to-do list ASAP!
Alright, let's get real. Farming 168 lilies is just one part of the grind for Emilie. To save you some future headaches, here’s the complete material list you’ll need to max her out. I’ve put it in a table so it’s easier to digest:
| Material | Quantity | How to Get |
|---|---|---|
| Lakelight Lily | 168 | Pick in Fontaine (Loch Urania/Weeping Willow) or buy from Pahsiv (15 max) |
| Fragment of a Golden Melody | 46 | Defeat the Statue of Marble and Brass boss (Requires Shadow Over Petrichor quest) |
| Nagadus Emerald (Sliver to Gemstone) | 1+9+9+6 | Defeat Dendro Hypostasis, Jadeplume Terrorshroom, or Guardian of Apep's Oasis. Use Alchemy to upgrade lower tiers. |
| Meshing Gear | 18 | Dropped by Fontaine Meks (e.g., Annihilation Specialist Mek) |
| Mechanical Spur Gear | 30 | Dropped by higher-level Fontaine Meks |
| Artificed Dynamic Gear | 36 | Dropped by elite/boss-level Fontaine Meks |
| Mora | 420,000 | Quests, Daily Commissions, Chests, Redeem Codes |
A quick breakdown of the other stuff:
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Fragments of a Golden Melody: You gotta unlock the Statue of Marble and Brass boss first by finishing the Shadow Over Petrichor world quest. Then it's just farming time.
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Nagadus Emeralds: Standard Dendro gem procedure. Farm the Dendro cube or the chicken boss. If you have too many lower-tier gems, remember you can use the Alchemy Table to synthesize them into higher-tier ones. Don't waste those resins!
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Gears: These all come from wrecking the various robot enemies (Meks) all over Fontaine. Just go on a demolition spree in the Research Institute of Kinetic Energy Engineering area or around the Clockwork Meka hotspots.
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Mora: Never enough, as always. Besides the usual suspects (commissions, chests), always keep an eye on Genshin's official social media for redemption codes. Every bit helps in 2026!
So there you have it, my farming guide for one of the most beautiful yet grind-heavy materials in Teyvat. It's a marathon, not a sprint. Grab your favorite character for traversal (Yelan/Sayu say hello), make some friends for co-op, and get ready to explore every nook and cranny of Fontaine's lakes. The payoff of having a maxed-out Emilie supporting your Furina is totally worth the effort. Happy farming, and may the gacha odds be ever in your favor!
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