Genshin Impact’s version 2.3 special program livestream recently premiered, and players were presented with a whole bunch of brand new events in the upcoming patch. With the next version themed after Dragonspine, Albedo takes the spotlight and spearheads version 2.3’s main event, Shadows Amidst Snowstorms.

In Shadows Amidst Snowstorms, adventurers are set to train in the Dragonspine region, with the guidance of the Adventurer’s Guild. The Knights of Favonius will also help out, with Amber and Eula joining the fray. Not a lot is known about the plot of this event, but if you have followed Dragonspine’s questline, Albedo is definitely in the thick of it, for better or for worse. This event is full of rewards, ranging from enhancing materials to Primogems, including a free full-refine 4-star sword that’s arguably the best-in-slot for Albedo.

Shadows Amidst Snowstorms has three main activities where players can partake in, and each one definitely feels like some sort of training regimen for adventurers. The first is Agility Training, where the goal is to collect as many Insignias as possible and get a high score, before reaching the end. Orbs are scattered along the racecourse, which players can pick up to enhance their abilities, like jumping higher, or get the ability to shatter ice pillars.

Second is Tracker Training, where players are required to melt all Ice Crystal Piles within the given area, amidst wandering foes who can pose dangerous threats. Pyro is required to melt the piles, but it’s not a big problem when everyone has an Amber. Enemies will be present and can be a nuisance during the whole ordeal.

Lastly, there is Combat Training. Within the training areas lie ‘Lures’, which start in a state of “Source Cold”, strengthening enemies and accelerating the rate of Sheer Cold for players. Players will need to find a source of Scarlet Quartz, and attack the Lures to invert its mechanism. The Lure’s state will then change into “Heat Source”, which will benefit the player in numerous ways. Sheer Cold accumulation halts, players will gain energy passively, and attacking enemies while having a Scarlet Quartz will unleash a huge blast of AoE Pyro damage.

During the event, Players can also obtain components to create a Snowman of their own. There will be different Snowman components with their own varieties, like the head, eyes, hat, and scarf among others. Players can also exchange snowman parts with their friends, which allows easy customization for one’s ideal snowman.

Shadow Amidst Snowstorms seems like an event that’s packed with fun gameplay and amazing rewards, so don’t miss out when the next version arrives!