The Snowy Storyline in Genshin Impact: All Archon Quests in Order
The Snow Region storyline in Genshin Impact begins with a journey through a blizzard and gradually leads to an encounter with the Queen and a confrontation with Ronov. The Traveler meets the inhabitants of the Cryo region, investigates the deaths at the Royal Theater, and joins forces with the Harbingers of Fatui. Below is the order of the chapters and a brief summary containing spoilers.
All of Snow’s Archon Quests
In Version 7.1, four chapters of Volume VII are available. You must complete them in sequence: finishing the previous one unlocks the next.
- 7.0 — Chapter I — Merciless Frost
- 7.0 — Chapter II — Nocturne of Dead Souls
- 7.1 — Chapter III — White Night After a Long Sleep
- 7.1 — Chapter IV — Requiem of the Afterlife
Chapter I — Merciless Frost
The game takes about 4 hours to complete without skipping dialogue; approximately 2–2.5 hours if you skip through the dialogue.
The Traveler and Paimon set out for Snowland, but get caught in a blizzard and are separated. In search of his companion, the hero finds the Eye of Grai, masters the creatures of eternal ice, and learns to survive in the cold. The leader of the Fatui, Pierrot, rescues Paimon from the frost.
Later, the travelers meet Alyosha and his dog Tugarin, investigate suspicious events, and end up in the Sphere of Shadows. After escaping from there, they take a train to Snowgrad. In the capital, the Traveler meets Sandrone and Odetta, receives the Blade of Enlightenment, and then meets the Water Spirit and joins Rokot.
Chapter Quests:
- “Against the Wind, Toward the Harsh North.”
- “Shots in the Land of Silence.”
- “Deeds in the Tundra.”
- “Only Silence Is Deprived of Favor.”
Chapter II — Nocturne of Dead Souls
Playthrough time is about 4.5 hours without skipping; approximately 2–2.5 hours with skipping.
A visit to the Royal Theater turns into an investigation: a blizzard cuts the building off from the outside world, and the people inside begin to die. At night, the heroes are haunted by a black fog, and events gradually cease to follow the usual rules.
The traveler gathers clues, cross-references testimonies, and tries to figure out which of the guests is hiding their true identity. The investigation leads to Ronova, who is posing as Alyosha. Then the protagonist must head to the Armory and rescue Paimon.
Chapter Tasks:
- “The White Curtain Falls.”
- “Lelek’s Confession.”
- “The Mysterious Silence of Winter.”
- “Nocturne of Dead Souls.”
- “Mistletoe.”
Chapter III — A White Night After a Long Sleep
Playthrough time is approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes without skipping; approximately 1–1.5 hours with skipping.
After the events at the theater, Tartalia helps the Traveler secure an audience with the Queen. The hero meets Danika and Vesna, visits the Polar Palace, and learns about the preparations for the confrontation with Ronov.
Together with Vesna, the Traveler collects the Seals of Life. Then he contacts an informant, pretends to be a client, and interrogates a suspect. The investigation leads to the underground vault of the Northern Kingdom’s bank, where the Traveler must battle a mysterious monster. Pantalone, who was initially suspected of theft, reveals the details of his agreement with the Queen.
Chapter Quests:
- “The Interplay of Light and Shadow.”
- “Starlight Converges Over the Tundra.”
- “The Only Chance.”
Chapter IV — Requiem of the Afterlife
The walkthrough takes about 3 hours without skipping anything; approximately 1.5–2 hours if you skip through parts.
Preparation for the confrontation with Ronova begins with experiments on the Eye of Corruption. In the Armory, Arlequino tests its power, while the Traveler helps neutralize the Abyss’s influence. Later, the hero learns of Pierrot’s memories of Hroftatyr and attends a meeting of the Harbingers.
In the finale, the Traveler confronts Ronova and finds herself in the Afterlife. After escaping from there and following events that strip her of her power over Death, the battle continues. Together with Odette, Spring, and with Piero’s support, the hero defeats Ronova.
Chapter Quests:
- “The Eye of Corruption.”
- “Sealed by Time.”
- “Black Feathers, Fallen at the Hour of Farewell.”
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
В версии 7.1 доступны четыре главы заданий Архонтов: «Безжалостный мороз», «Ноктюрн мёртвых душ», «Белая ночь после долгого сна» и «Реквием загробного мира».
На четыре главы потребуется примерно 14–15 часов с прослушиванием диалогов или 7–8 часов с быстрым пролистыванием. Исследование мира и побочные задания в это время не входят.
Да, через функцию быстрого старта после завершения задания «Песнь о драконьей свободе». При этом главы самой Снежной нужно проходить по порядку.
Путешественник попадёт на аудиенцию в задании «Переплетение света и тени» из третьей главы — «Белая ночь после долгого сна». Организовать встречу поможет Тарталья.
Решающий бой проходит в задании «Чёрные перья, опавшие в час прощания», которое завершает четвёртую главу — «Реквием загробного мира».
