Genshin Impact has introduced a brand-new event called To Temper Thyself and Journey Far as part of the Luna I cycle, giving players the rare chance to earn free Constellations (C1) for specific characters. However, there are a few conditions:
- You must already own the character to unlock their constellation.
- Weekly challenges must be completed over eight weeks to claim the rewards.
- Only four constellations can be earned per year, and duplicates for the same character are not allowed.
Naturally, this raises the question: Which characters have the most valuable C1 upgrades? Below, we break down the six best C1 choices available from the event and why they stand out.
1) Hu Tao – A Must-Have C1 for DPS Lovers
Hu Tao’s C1 (Crimson Bouquet) is considered one of the strongest in the game. It allows her to use Charged Attacks without consuming stamina during her Paramita Papilio state.
- Why it’s good:
- Significant damage increase (up to 20%) for skilled players.
- Major quality of life (QoL) improvement since stamina management becomes a non-issue.
If you play Hu Tao regularly, this is one of the best free C1 options available.
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2) Shenhe – A Cryo Team Game-Changer
Shenhe’s C1 grants two charges of her Elemental Skill, which is her strongest ability. Her skill provides Icy Quills, boosting Cryo DMG for the entire party.
- Buff effects:
- Tap skill → Boosts Elemental Skill & Burst DMG by 15% + 5 Quills.
- Hold skill → Boosts Normal/Charged/Plunging DMG by 15% + 7 Quills.
Having two charges means you can maximize both buffs in rotation, making her an even better Cryo support for Ayaka, Ganyu, Wriothesley, and more.
3) Ganyu – Energy and Cryo Resistance Shred
Ganyu’s C1 makes her Level 2 Charged Shots even more powerful. Hitting enemies with them regenerates Energy and reduces their Cryo RES by 15%.
- Why it’s great:
- Lowers ER needs in Freeze/Mono Cryo comps.
- Increases overall Cryo team DPS.
This constellation provides both QoL improvements and team synergy.
4) Nilou – Versatility for Bloom and On-Field DPS
Nilou’s C1 boosts both of her playstyles:
- Hydro Infusion DPS mode when using Normal Attacks after skill.
- Tranquility Aura mode when pressing her Elemental Skill three times.
Her C1:
- Increases Normal Attack damage during infused state.
- Extends the duration of Tranquility Aura for near 100% uptime.
This makes Nilou a stronger choice in both Bloom reaction teams and as an on-field Hydro DPS.
5) Wanderer – Speed and Damage Boost
Wanderer’s C1 increases his Normal and Charged Attack Speed while in his Elemental Skill state. It also buffs the damage scaling of his Gales of Reverie passive.
- DPS increase: ~11% compared to C0.
- Why it’s useful: Faster attacks + boosted passive damage make him smoother and stronger to play.
A solid constellation if you enjoy his playstyle.
6) Tighnari – Easier Crit Balancing
Tighnari’s C1 increases the Crit Rate of Charged Attacks by 15%, which translates to about a 6.5% overall DPS boost.
- Allows players to build more Crit Damage-focused artifacts.
- Helps smooth out stat balancing for his Charged Attack rotations.
While not as impactful as Hu Tao or Shenhe’s C1, it’s still a worthwhile pick if you main Tighnari.
The To Temper Thyself and Journey Far event is one of the most generous events in Genshin Impact Luna I, giving players a chance to unlock powerful C1 upgrades for free.
- Best pick overall: Hu Tao C1 for its sheer DPS and QoL value.
- Top Cryo support choice: Shenhe C1.
- Best QoL improvement: Ganyu C1.
Since you can only get four per year, prioritize based on the characters you already own and enjoy using.
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