In reality, Xingqiu is not a free character like Xiangling, Kaeya, Amber, Noelle, ... . Players cannot acquire Xingqiu by completing quests or challenges within the game, but must purchase this character from the Starglitter Shop.
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Guide to Obtain Xingqiu Character for Free in Genshin Impact
However, in the Genshin Impact 2.4 update, players will have the opportunity to acquire this 4-star Hydro character for free in certain events, specifically the Fleeting Color in Flight in Liyue. Players need to collect enough tokens to fulfill the invitation and receive one of the 4-star characters from Liyue, including Xingqiu, Xiangling, Beidou, Chongyun, ... .
How to Get Xingqiu Character for Free in Genshin Impact
Xingqiu is a 4-star Hydro character from Liyue, and is also one of the free characters that players receive from the Lantern Rite event in the previous game update.
If you haven't acquired this character yet or if you wish to own another Xinqiu to activate constellation points, you can participate in the Hues of the Violet Garden event in the Genshin Impact 2.6 update, then complete all challenges to receive the Xingqiu character for free.
1. Hues of the Violet Garden Event
The upcoming Hues of the Violet Garden event brings a plethora of exciting activities and rewards. Players can follow the steps below to unlock the event:
- Complete tasks within the event.
- Utilize the Photography feature to capture photos and inspire the Moon and Stars Inscribe event.
- Fulfill quests in the Theater Mechanicus Rerun event.
Upon completing all events and tasks, players can receive Primogems, Mora, and equipment to enhance characters/weapons.
2. The Moon and Stars Inscribed Event
Participants utilize the camera in Genshin Impact to capture images to inspire poetry.
3. Theater Mechanicus Event
Veteran Genshin Impact warriors are likely well-acquainted with this event. When participating in the Theater Mechanicus event, players step into a realm where their task is to arrange towers to defend against waves of enemies within a specific timeframe. Don't forget to equip the Wondrous Stick before entering the stage.
4. Clash of Lone Blades Event
The Clash of Lone Blades event thrusts players into a fierce battlefield. During the event, players will play as ordinary travelers, devoid of elemental skills. Players can only utilize swordsmanship skills to fend off attacks from Beibou, Yun Yin, and other masters.
The event provides travelers with zoning mechanisms to fortify defenses and reduce damage from adversaries.
5. Floral Courtyard Ikebana Event
The final small event in Hues of the Violet Garden is the Floral Courtyard Ikebana. This is also the last step to receive the Xingqiu character for free in the Genshin Impact 2.6 update.
The event offers players a plethora of flowers, bases, and decorative screens. With Ayaka's guidance, players need to create their Floral Courtyard and place it in the Serenitea Pot.
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Complete all the challenges and tasks above to collect tokens or points to receive the Xingqiu character in Genshin Impact for free. Additionally, you can earn a plethora of enhancement materials, Mora, and Primogems from this event.