As I dive into the vibrant world of Natlan in 2025, I'm absolutely blown away by how HoYoverse has revolutionized movement and combat mechanics in Genshin Impact. After spending countless hours exploring this Nation of Dragons, I can confidently say that Natlan's unique Nightsoul system has completely transformed how I approach gameplay.

Discovering Nightsoul Blessing: A Game-Changer for Exploration

The first time I activated Nightsoul Blessing with Mualani, I literally gasped out loud. Suddenly, I was soaring through the air, climbing mountains with ease, and even surfing across flat water surfaces! This mechanic feels incredibly liberating after years of stamina management in other regions.

"The freedom of movement is unparalleled," I told my streaming audience yesterday. "It's like HoYoverse took all our mobility complaints and solved them in one elegant system."

The way it works is beautifully intuitive - Natlan characters enter this special state through their Elemental Skill, then continuously consume Nightsoul points while performing these enhanced movements. The visual effects are stunning too, with gorgeous red and gold energy trails following your character.

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Mastering Combat with Nightsoul Bursts

But Nightsoul isn't just about exploration - it's revolutionized combat too. When my party includes a Natlan character and I deal elemental damage to enemies, a Nightsoul Burst triggers, providing powerful buffs that significantly enhance battle performance.

For example, when I use Mualani (who quickly became my main), each Nightsoul Burst gives her a stack that lasts for 20 seconds and boosts her elemental burst damage by up to 45%! That's a massive damage increase that has completely changed my rotation strategy.

Similarly, when using Kachina (who everyone should have by now since she was given for free in version 5.0), triggering a Nightsoul Burst grants her a 20% damage bonus for 12 seconds. Despite being a four-star character, she deals damage comparable to many five-stars, especially when leveraging these Nightsoul mechanics properly.

Nightsoul Transmission: Quick-Swap Tactics

One of my favorite aspects of the Natlan update is the Nightsoul Transmission system. This clever mechanic allows me to switch to Natlan characters and instantly use their abilities during certain movement modes like swimming or sprinting, and in areas with Phlogiston Mechanics.

This has completely transformed my approach to team composition. Now, I always ensure I have at least one Natlan character in my party to take advantage of these mechanics, creating much more fluid gameplay experiences.

The Phlogiston System: Extending Your Nightsoul State

The thermal energy unique to Natlan, Phlogiston, works hand-in-hand with the Nightsoul system. I've developed several strategies to maintain my Phlogiston meter, which allows me to extend Nightsoul states when I've exhausted my Nightsoul points.

Here are my top methods for filling your Phlogiston meter:

  • ✨ Triggering Everflame Seeds

  • 🔥 Touching Flaming Seeds of Phlogiston

  • 🍄 Collecting Candlecap Mushrooms

  • 💥 Destroying Phlogiston Piles

  • 🏞️ Reaching Teleport Waypoints or Statues of the Seven in Natlan

I've found that planning routes around these Phlogiston sources makes exploration incredibly efficient, especially when tackling some of Natlan's more challenging terrain.

The Free Character Everyone Should Build: Kachina

I cannot emphasize enough how valuable Kachina is as a free character. After completing the second part of Natlan's Archon quest, everyone receives her, and she's proven to be an exceptional addition to almost any team composition.

Kachina functions brilliantly as both off-field DPS and support, and her damage output is surprisingly high for a four-star character. I've built her with a focus on Elemental Mastery and Energy Recharge, allowing her to cycle her burst frequently and maximize the benefits from Nightsoul mechanics.

People Also Ask

How do I unlock Nightsoul mechanics in Genshin Impact?

You'll automatically gain access to Nightsoul mechanics when you first enter the Natlan region. The game provides a comprehensive tutorial that walks you through each aspect of the system.

Which Natlan character is best for exploration?

In my experience, Mualani offers the most efficient Nightsoul point consumption for exploration, making her ideal for covering large distances. However, Kinich has unique vertical movement capabilities that excel in mountainous areas.

Can I use Nightsoul mechanics outside of Natlan?

Yes! That's one of the best parts - once unlocked, you can use Nightsoul Blessing with any Natlan character anywhere in Teyvat, though some specific interactions with Phlogiston are limited to the Natlan region.

My Personal Vision for Genshin's Future

Looking ahead to the next major update expected in late 2025, I believe HoYoverse will further expand on these Nightsoul mechanics. Based on datamined information and my experience with previous game updates, I predict we'll see new characters with unique Nightsoul applications that create even more synergy with existing elements.

Personally, I'm hoping for a Hydro character from Natlan who can leverage Nightsoul Blessing for underwater exploration - imagine being able to create temporary air pockets or increase underwater movement speed! The possibilities are endless.

As someone who's been playing Genshin since its launch five years ago, I can confidently say that Natlan and its Nightsoul mechanics represent the most significant gameplay evolution we've seen. It respects veteran players by adding complexity while remaining accessible to newcomers.

Whether you're a casual explorer or a meta-chasing Spiral Abyss clearer like me, Natlan's mechanics offer something fresh and exciting. I'll be streaming my Natlan adventures every weekend if you want to see these mechanics in action!

What's your favorite aspect of the Nightsoul system? Have you found any creative uses I haven't mentioned? I'd love to hear about your experiences in the comments below!