As an avid player of Genshin Impact, I've been eagerly exploring the Alchemical Ascension event introduced in Version 4.5. This limited-time activity offers a fantastic opportunity to obtain the new free-to-play 4-star polearm, the Dialogues of the Desert Sages. Designed specifically for healers, this weapon provides a massive HP sub-stat boost—reaching 41.3% at level 90—and its unique skill helps characters who trigger healing effects restore Energy, significantly enhancing their support capabilities. While it's perfect for healers like Chevreuse and Yaoyao, I've found that certain non-healer characters can also benefit from its substantial HP bonus, making it a versatile addition to any collection. However, acquiring this weapon and its refinement materials requires dedicated participation in the event before it concludes.
To unlock the Dialogues of the Desert Sages, I first had to dive into the Alchemical Ascension event storyline. After completing the initial tutorial missions and understanding the potion-brewing mechanics, I gained full access to the event features. The primary objective was to manage my potion shop in Mondstadt and accumulate 50,000 Revenue. This revenue is generated naturally by crafting and selling potions that match customer demands for specific efficacy and characteristics. I discovered that by optimizing my potion recipes and sales strategy, I could reach this revenue milestone around Cycle 6 of the event. Once I hit 50,000 Revenue, claiming the polearm was simple: I just needed to access the event page, open the Artisan's Gift feature, and click the claim button to add this beautiful weapon to my inventory.
The real challenge, however, came with obtaining the refinement materials to maximize the weapon's potential. To refine the Dialogues of the Desert Sages, I needed four copies of an item called Exalted Earth. Each Exalted Earth is unlocked at different cumulative Revenue checkpoints within the Artisan's Gift system. The first one becomes available upon reaching 100,000 Revenue, with subsequent materials unlocked at higher thresholds. This requires significant grinding, but the process is straightforward if you understand the event mechanics.
Here's a breakdown of the Revenue thresholds and associated rewards I encountered:
| Revenue Threshold | Primary Reward | Additional Rewards |
|---|---|---|
| 50,000 | Dialogues of the Desert Sages (R1) | Mora, Character EXP Materials |
| 100,000 | Exalted Earth ×1 | Weapon EXP Materials, Primogems |
| 150,000 | Exalted Earth ×1 | Talent Books, Mystic Enhancement Ore |
| 200,000 | Exalted Earth ×1 | Hero's Wit, Primogems |
| 250,000 | Exalted Earth ×1 | Crown of Insight, Mora |
To efficiently increase my Revenue, I focused on several key strategies:
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Upgrading My Potion Shop: Investing in shop improvements directly boosted my profit margins.
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Enhancing Potion Quality: By increasing my proficiency with different ingredients and improving my alchemical knowledge, I could create higher-quality potions that sold for more.
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Understanding Customer Needs: Paying close attention to client requests for specific potion effects and characteristics allowed me to tailor my production and maximize sales.
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Completing Event Challenges: Engaging with side objectives from characters like Sucrose, Eula, and Beidou provided additional Revenue bonuses and valuable resources.
Beyond the Artisan's Gift rewards, the Alchemical Ascension event offers hundreds of Primogems, various Talent books, Character EXP Materials, and Weapon EXP Materials through its progression system. These can be obtained by completing the potion-brewing and ingredient-harvesting goals scattered throughout the event. It's crucial to remember that this entire event is time-limited. The acquisition window for all rewards, including the 4-star polearm, its refinement materials, and the precious Crown of Insight, closes when the event ends. As of 2026, the Alchemical Ascension event is scheduled to run until early April, after which participation will no longer be possible, though there might be a brief grace period to claim earned rewards.
For players looking to obtain all event rewards, I recommend starting the Revenue grind as soon as possible. While the process isn't overly complicated, it does require consistent time investment. The key is to balance potion production with ingredient harvesting and shop management. By mastering these interconnected systems, you can steadily increase your Revenue and claim all the valuable rewards before the event disappears. The Dialogues of the Desert Sages is more than just another weapon—it's a testament to your dedication during the Alchemical Ascension event, offering substantial benefits to your healing-focused characters and enhancing your overall gameplay experience in Teyvat.
