Get ready to suit up for another Dragonspine expedition—because Version 6.2’s flagship event, Soulblazers’ Snowbound Journey, is one of the best winter events Genshin has offered in years.
Whether you’re here for Primogems, mini-games, or meta upgrades, the highlight is undeniable: a FREE R5 4-star bow with a unique off-field damage buff.
This guide covers everything—fastest completion path, best teams, day-by-day unlocks, missable rewards, bow comparisons, and an optimized plan to secure your fully refined weapon before January 5.
Let’s get you that bow as efficiently as possible.
❄️ Is Snowbound Journey Worth It? (TL;DR)
Absolutely. This event is a must-play.
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Free R5 Bow with up to 56% ATK for off-field attackers
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Perfect for Jahoda, Venti, Fischl, Faruzan, Collei, and future ER-scaling supports
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Completion time: ~90–120 minutes total
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Easy mini-games; great rewards even for low AR players
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Includes a Crown of Insight, primogems, and ascension materials
❄️ Event Overview & Quick Facts
Event Period
December 19, 2025 – January 5, 2026
Content unlocks in phases, with everything available by December 23.
Requirements to Participate
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Adventure Rank 20+
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Complete Archon Quest: Song of the Dragon and Freedom
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Event begins with the “Dragonspine International Cross Country Challenge”
Key Rewards
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Rainbow Serpent’s Rain Bow — a free 4-star ER bow
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Refined Hearts — the event-only refinement items
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Primogems
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Crown of Insight
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Hero’s Wit, Mora, Talent Books
๐งญ How Long Does the Event Take?
Ideal for players checking if they have time to grind:
| Task | Time Needed |
|---|---|
| Unlock bow | ~25 min |
| Gather all R5 refinement mats | ~45 min |
| Clear full shop | ~70–90 min |
| Total event | 90–120 min |
๐️ Soulblazers' Snowbound Journey Unlock Schedule
This is extremely SEO-effective—users always search “When does X unlock?”.
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Dec 19: Snowtrace + Jade Pitching
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Dec 21: Trial of Valor
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Dec 23: Frontier Recon + Finale
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Jan 5: Event ends — Bow becomes unobtainable
⚠️ Missable Warning (Very Important)
The Rainbow Serpent’s Rain Bow refinement materials (“Refined Heart”) are event-exclusive.
You cannot refine the bow after January 5.
If you miss even one refinement item → your bow is permanently stuck below R5.
๐ฎ The Four Mini-Games
Each activity grants Blazing Spirit currency used to buy rewards.
Below is a quick breakdown with practical tips, recommended teams, and efficiency tricks.
❄️ 1. Snowtrace – Winter Hide-and-Seek (Co-op)
A snowy version of Windtrace with new terrain and weather effects.
How to Win Fast
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Hide behind snowmen or inside thick fog patches
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Use verticality: cliffs give huge advantages
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Movement characters (Sayu, Ayaka, Yelan) excel when being hunted
Best Characters
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For Hunters: Wanderer, Yelan, Nahida
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For Rebels: Ayaka, Sayu, Kaedehara Kazuha (mobility)
๐ 2. Frontier Recon – Mini Dragon Racing
Pilot a small dragon and collect Adventure Coins.
Efficiency Tips
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Coins > Speed
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Follow the coin path; ignore shortcuts
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Slow down slightly during sharp turns
Common Search Query Matches
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“How to 3-star Frontier Recon”
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“Fastest path Frontier Recon”
⛄ 3. Jade Pitching – Snowball Scoring Game
Hit snowmen for points; rarer targets reward more.
Tips
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Prioritize glowing or special snowmen
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Aim for chain hits to boost multiplier
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Don’t waste throws—time is limited
⚔️ 4. Trial of Valor – Combat Challenge Domain
Defeat waves of enemies aided by special temporary buffs called Battle Souls.
Best Teams
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National (Best Overall): Xiangling / Bennett / Xingqiu / Fischl
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Hyperbloom: Nahida / Xingqiu / Kuki Shinobu / Flex
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Budget F2P: Xiangling / Barbara / Chongyun / Geo Traveler
Tips
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Pick offensive Battle Souls first
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Burst rotation-focused teams clear waves faster
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Crowd control shines—Venti & Kazuha trivialize this mode
๐น Spotlight Reward: Rainbow Serpent’s Rain Bow (Detailed Analysis)
๐ Stats
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Base ATK (Lv. 90): 510
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Substat: 45.9% Energy Recharge
๐ Passive: Astral Whispers Beyond the Sacred Throne
When the equipped character hits enemies while off-field, they gain +28% ATK (R1) or +56% ATK (R5) for 8 seconds.
This is huge for off-field DPS and support units.
๐ฏ Who Should Use the Bow?
| Character | Why It’s Good |
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| Jahoda (new 4★) | Best-in-slot F2P option; solves ER + boosts her off-field heal/damage |
| Venti | Boosts Burst uptime + Swirl damage; ideal for F2P |
| Fischl | Massive Oz damage boost with perfect ER synergy |
| Faruzan | Helps her Burst rotation while adding extra damage |
| Collei | Reliable ER + off-field Dendro value |
๐น Bow Comparison: Rainbow Serpent vs F2P Alternatives
| Weapon | Pros | Cons |
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| Rainbow Serpent’s Rain Bow (Event) | Biggest ATK buff for off-field users, high ER | Event-limited |
| Favonius Warbow | Battery for team rotations | Low offensive impact |
| Compound Bow | Easy to craft | Weak scaling, niche usage |
Verdict:
For support/off-field characters → Rainbow Serpent wins easily.
๐ Your Fast-Track Action Plan
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Do all introductory challenges immediately when each phase unlocks
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Prioritize objectives that reward Refined Hearts (refinement mats)
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Clear all one-time Blazing Spirit challenges first
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Shop priority:
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Rainbow Serpent’s Rain Bow
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ALL Refined Heart materials
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Crown of Insight
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Primogems
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Talent books & materials
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Following this route ensures you get R5 long before the event ends.
๐ฅ FAQ
1. How do I get the free R5 bow in 6.2?
Complete event challenges → claim bow + refinement mats from event shop.
2. Can I refine the bow later?
❌ No. Refinement items are event-exclusive.
3. How long does Snowbound Journey take?
90–120 minutes total.
4. Who is the free bow best on?
Venti, Fischl, Jahoda, Faruzan, Collei.
5. Do I need co-op?
Only Snowtrace benefits from co-op, but solo options exist.
๐ Final Thoughts
Soulblazers' Snowbound Journey is more than just a holiday event—it's a rare chance to secure a meta-relevant free 4-star weapon that boosts some of Mondstadt’s most beloved characters. With thoughtful routing and a bit of Dragonspine spirit, you’ll clear every challenge and walk away with a fully refined bow that's actually worth using.
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