Players who have been saving their Primogems for Citlali, the 5-star Cryo Bow user from Natlan, are in for a treat. Even in 2026, she remains a top-tier pick for freeze and melt teams, and getting her to level 90 with maxed talents is a piece of cake if players start pre-farming now. Here's the lowdown on every material they'll need.

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🧊 Ascension Materials: The Nitty-Gritty

First things first, players need to gather the following to break through Citlali's level caps:

Material Quantity
Shivada Jade Sliver 1
Shivada Jade Fragment 9
Shivada Jade Chunk 9
Shivada Jade Gemstone 6
Quencapa Berry 168 total (about 43 per respawn cycle)
Wayward Hermetic Spiritspeaker drops (Enigmatic Feathered Wing) 46
Juvenile Fang 18
Seasoned Fang 30
Tyrant's Fang 36
Mora 420,000

And don't forget the Character EXP materials – players will want to stock up on those Hero's Wit and Adventurer's Experience books. No sweat, right? 😅

Where to Find Quencapa Berries

Quencapa Berries are a local specialty of Natlan. They can be found in these hotspots:

  • Tequemecan Valley

  • Coatepec Mountain

  • Scions of the Canopy

Here's the kicker: there are only around 43 Quencapa Berries in the entire world at any given time. That means players need to plan for 4 to 5 respawns, which takes roughly 8 to 10 days to gather everything for Citlali. Talk about a grind! But hey, the gacha gods reward the patient.

💡 Pro tip: If a player has at least one Quencapa Berry in their inventory, they can click 'Go to Collect' in the Character menu to track their farming progress. Easy peasy.

🔥 Talent Materials: Leveling Up Those Skills

Citlali's talents don't upgrade themselves. To max out her abilities, players will need the following:

Material Quantity
Juvenile Fang 18
Seasoned Fang 66
Tyrant's Fang 93
Teachings of Kindling 9
Guide to Kindling 63
Philosophies of Kindling 114
Silken Feather 18
Crown of Insight 3

The Kindling talent books – Teachings, Guide, and Philosophies – can be acquired from the Blazing Ruins on specific days: Tuesdays, Fridays, and Sundays. So mark those calendars! 📅

The weekly boss material, Denial and Judgment, drops from The Knave (Arlecchino). Players should make sure to fight her every week, because those drops are RNG-dependent. Missing a week means falling behind, and nobody wants that.

🗺️ Farming Tips and Tricks

Here are a few pointers to make the pre-farming process as smooth as possible:

  • Use the interactive map. Genshin's official interactive map (or community ones) can help players pinpoint Quencapa Berry locations. No more wandering around like a headless chicken.

  • Co-op is your friend. Players can hop into friends' worlds to grab extra Quencapa Berries. Just ask nicely – most folks are happy to share.

  • Batch your boss runs. The Wayward Hermetic Spiritspeaker and The Knave can both be fought weekly. Set aside a day to knock them out.

  • Convert resin wisely. If players are short on time, they can use Condensed Resin for talent books, but don't forget that boss materials require original resin.

🎯 Final Thoughts

Pre-farming for Citlali might seem like a tall order, but with a bit of planning, it's totally doable. Players who start now will be able to hit the ground running when they finally pull her. Remember, the key is consistency – a little farming each day goes a long way. So grab those Quencapa Berries, beat up some Saurians, and get ready to unleash Citlali's full potential on Teyvat. Happy farming, travelers! 🌟

And hey, if players ever feel lost, they can always check back on this guide. After all, a well-prepared player is a dangerous player. 😉