Dive into the dunes!

Updated on June 11, 1:10 p.m. (GMT+8):Improved relevancy.

The area of Mt. Damavand, the northern expansion of the Great Red Sand desert that offers its own local specialties, was introduced inGenshin Impactversion 3.4.

Most importantly, the region features Sand Grease Pupas, used for theascension of Alhaitham.

Traveler and Sand Grease Pupa for Genshin Impact

These materials primarily appear inside the mountain’s underground tunnels.

Here’s a ONE Esports guide on how to effectively farm Pupas in Genshin, including locations, routes, and how to find them.

How to farm Sand Grease Pupa in Genshin Impact

Similar to Henna Berries, Pupas are usually found near rocks and foliage in the Great Red Sand. The local specialty juts out of the ground and is quite easy to spot.

The main challenge of Pupa farming is going to their spawn locations. The majority of Pupas are found in the new underground tunnels of Mt. Damavand.

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Players can get access to the tunnels by simply jumping down the nearby openings. To get you acquainted with the tunnels, it’d be best to unlock the teleport waypoint next to the overlord boss Setekh Wenut at the Sands of Al-Azif.

Pupas are usually grouped together so they’re an easy catch for players who have Nahida. The Dendro Archon can use her elemental skill to aim and collect them in one go.

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Pupas respawn two days after you’ve looted them, just like other local specialties. You can also request to join another person’s world to get more.

Best Pupa farming routes

Here are five sample farming routes for the Great Red Sand specialty. The last three routes are located in Mt. Damavand’s underground area.

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Screenshot by Joseph Asuncion/ONE Esports