Genshin Impact's 4.1 update introduces a variety of new content, including brand-new areas, characters, and a range of different enemies that players will encounter during their explorations. Alongside the introduction of new bosses, local legends, and the hidden boss Thorny Cyst, the update also brings a new category of elite enemies, known as Fatui Operatives. Similar to various other enemy types in the game, Fatui Operatives come in multiple variants, in this instance, two, each with slightly different move sets that players must pay attention to.
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Upon defeating Fatui Operatives, players will be able to obtain Old Operative's Pocket Watch, Operative's Standard Pocket Watch, and Operative's Constancy. These items serve as weapon ascension materials and are crucial for enhancing specific new weapons like The Dockhand's Assistant (sword) and Wriothesley's signature weapon, Cashflow Supervision (catalyst). Given the limited availability of these enemies in the game at this time, players aiming to upgrade these weapons are strongly advised to start farming Fatui Operatives in Genshin Impact as soon as possible.
Updated on November 20th, 2023, by Elara Leclair: With the release of Genshin Impact's version 4.2 update, players have been introduced to a plethora of new content, including the continuation of the Archon quest, the addition of playable characters Furina and Charlotte, engaging events, and the unveiling of two new regions, Morte and Erinnyes Forest. Alongside these exciting additions, the enemy landscape has seen some changes, with the introduction of new foes and the expansion of existing ones to facilitate material farming. Notably, the number of Fatui Operatives has increased from 8 to 20, providing players with additional challenges and opportunities for resource farming.
How To Defeat Fatui Operatives
Taking down Fatui Operatives is generally a straightforward task since they don't possess immunity to any specific elements. However, they do have higher HP compared to regular enemies, which means battles against them may be more time-consuming. These operatives come in two variants: Wind and Frost Fatui Operatives. Wind Fatui Operatives employ Anemo attacks with a larger AoE, while Frost Fatui Operatives utilize Cryo attacks. It's worth noting that if players don't avoid Frost Fatui Operatives' attacks, especially when they encounter them near shorelines, they may get frozen often. Overall, while the battles against Fatui Operatives may take longer due to their higher HP, they should not pose a significant difficulty, especially when players are prepared to deal with their respective elemental attacks.
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Both variants of Fatui Operatives share a common attack type known as "Hunt Down," which marks the active character. If a character is struck by this attack, they will be afflicted with the "Bond of Life" mechanic, similar to certain weapon abilities with the same effect. Bond of Life prevents the character from regenerating HP, much like some recent weapons that impose this restriction. While this effect naturally dissipates over time, players can promptly dispel it by either visiting a Statue of The Seven or by healing their character to exceed the amount of HP indicated by the Bond of Life. Once the character's HP is restored beyond this threshold, the effect will be automatically dispelled.
Given this mechanic, it is highly recommended that players include a healer in their party when farming Fatui Operatives. Doing so will allow them to avoid the need to visit Statues of The Seven frequently.
Fatui Operative Locations
As of now, there are a total of 20 locations where players can find Fatui Operatives, considering both variants and excluding the Local Legend variant, Yseut the Cold Hand. These locations are primarily concentrated along the shoreline in the Liffey region, as well as around New Fontaine Research Institute area, the western mainland of Morte region with a few isolated spots near other areas.
For those who may be missing some of these operatives or can't find them can take great advantage of utilizing the Adventurer's Handbook to track them as they are limited in numbers. This way, players can ensure that they have not missed out on any of them. In the provided map above, players can easily distinguish between Wind Fatui Operatives (numbered in green) and Frost Fatui Operatives (numbered in light blue). Players can also watch the video above to follow along the route to find them.
In the Liffey region, players can have an efficient route for the 6 Fatui Operatives by starting from the Statue of The Seven within this region and proceeding westward towards the shoreline. Here, they will encounter two of these operatives: the first one stands alone, while the second is situated within a group of other Fatui members at a camp just before a waterfall. After passing the waterfall, players will immediately find two more operatives. One is positioned on the middle island formation, while the other is located along the shoreline of the main Mont Esus East area.
From this point onward, to reach the last two operatives, players have two options: they can continue along the road or use the nearby teleport point to the northwest and then head north along the designated route. Following the road, players will encounter another patrolling Fatui Operative close to another Fatui camp (though not among them). Subsequently, they will need to proceed straight north off the road to locate the final Fatui Operative perched on a cliff, alongside some Crystalflies.
When targeting the standalone Fatui Operatives, players are advised to make use of nearby teleport points since these operatives are quite close to them. For the first standalone operative, players can teleport to the most northeastern teleport point (located north of the Central Laboratory Ruins). Here, they will find the Fatui Operative situated within a small camp to the west, alongside some other Fatui Skirmishers.
To locate the last standalone operative, players should teleport to the point north of the New Fontaine Research Institute. From this teleport point, they need to head northeast, passing through the valley. Eventually, they will encounter the Fatui Operative on a cliff close to the current regional borders.
New Fatui Operative Locations in 4.2 Update
In this version update, new enemies have been added not only to the newly introduced regions but also to existing areas. The Liffey Area route, in particular, has seen some additions, with one enemy located above the waterfall and another along the shoreline. While incorporating the one above the waterfall might require some effort to optimize the farming route, the enemy on the shoreline is easily accessible for players following the previously established route. Players can address the already existing locations of Fatui Operatives in this area (made more transparent) to see the respective locations of the newly added two enemies nearby.
Additionally, the New Fontaine Research Area has now added three new spots for players to farm. All of these enemies are quite close to the nearby teleport point. Players can start by heading towards the one on the coast and follow the route. Lastly, there has been a standalone Fatui Operative added to the map near the Experimental Field Generator boss. Players can use the nearby teleport point to reach the Fatui Operative. Alternatively, those who prefer not to climb up a hill can use the southeastern teleport point nearby, heading downwards until they encounter the Fatui Operative.
Morte Region Fatui Operative Farming Route
While Erinnyes Forest hasn't received any new Fatui Operative spots in the 4.2 update, the Morte region has six convenient spots for players to add to their farming routes. Most of these Fatui Operatives are quite close to the teleport points; however, even without them, it is possible to follow along a line quite easily without needing to teleport each time in between.
Players should start from the teleport point on the northern part of this main area and proceed to the first Fatui Operative nearby. Afterward, it's best to teleport to the point near the Fatui Operative marked as 2, as this is above the cliff, and then head down to the camp below to collect the 3rd one as well. After this, players can either take the teleport point on this spot's east to get the next two Fatui Operatives or simply walk to the area. For the last Fatui Operative, it's recommended that players head southwards towards it from this spot. There is also a teleport point near this spot; however, as this particular teleport spot is in a cave, players will need to spend some time getting to the Fatui Operative after teleporting, which may not make it as convenient as other teleport points nearby.
Genshin Impact
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OpenCritic Reviews
- Top Critic Avg: 81 /100 Critics Rec: 87%
- Released
- September 28, 2020
- ESRB
- Teen / Alcohol Reference, Fantasy Violence, In-Game Purchases (Includes Random Items), Users Interact
- Developer(s)
- HoYoverse (Formerly miHoYo)
- Publisher(s)
- HoYoverse (Formerly miHoYo)
- Engine
- Unity
- Multiplayer
- Online Co-Op
- Cross-Platform Play
- All platforms
WHERE TO PLAY
Step into Teyvat, a vast world teeming with life and flowing with elemental energy.
You and your sibling arrived here from another world. Separated by an unknown god, stripped of your powers, and cast into a deep slumber, you now awake to a world very different from when you first arrived.
Thus begins your journey across Teyvat to seek answers from The Seven — the gods of each element. Along the way, prepare to explore every inch of this wondrous world, join forces with a diverse range of characters, and unravel the countless mysteries that Teyvat holds...
MASSIVE OPEN WORLD
Climb any mountain, swim across any river, and glide over the world below, taking in the jaw-dropping scenery each step of the way. And if you stop to investigate a wandering Seelie or strange mechanism, who knows what you might discover?
ELEMENTAL COMBAT SYSTEM
Harness the seven elements to unleash elemental reactions. Anemo, Electro, Hydro, Pyro, Cryo, Dendro, and Geo interact in all sorts of ways, and Vision wielders have the power to turn this to their advantage.
Will you vaporize Hydro with Pyro, electro-charge it with Electro, or freeze it with Cryo? Your mastery of the elements will give you the upper hand in battle and exploration.
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Feast your eyes on the world around you, with a stunning art style, real-time rendering, and finely tuned character animations delivering you a truly immersive visual experience. Lighting and weather all change naturally over time, bringing every detail of this world to life.
SOOTHING SOUNDTRACK
Let the beautiful sounds of Teyvat draw you in as you explore the expansive world around you. Performed by the London Philharmonic Orchestra, the soundtrack changes seamlessly with the time and gameplay to match the mood.
BUILD YOUR DREAM TEAM
Team up with a diverse cast of characters in Teyvat, each with their own unique personalities, stories, and abilities. Discover your favorite party combinations and level up your characters to help you conquer even the most daunting of enemies and domains.
JOURNEY WITH FRIENDS
Team up with friends across various platforms to trigger more elemental action, tackle tricky boss fights, and conquer challenging domains together to reap rich rewards.
As you stand atop the peaks of Jueyun Karst and take in the rolling clouds and vast terrain stretching out before you, you may wish to stay in Teyvat a little longer... But until you are reunited with your lost sibling, how can you rest? Go forth, Traveler, and begin your adventure!
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, PC, iOS, Android
- Genre(s)
- RPG, Action, Adventure, Gacha, Open-World
