Genshin Impact: Time And The Wind Quest Guide (March 2026)

Ankit Babal
July 12, 2025
Gaming

The Time And The Wind quest in Genshin Impact is one of the most intriguing hidden world quests that takes players to a mysterious Nameless Island off the coast of Mondstadt. This comprehensive guide will walk you through every step of this challenging quest, from reaching the secret island to defeating the Eye of the Storm boss twice and unlocking valuable rewards including 60 Primogems, 500 Adventure EXP, and exclusive achievements.

Genshin Impact: Time And The Wind Quest Overview

Quest Details	Information
Quest Type	Hidden World Quest
Location	Nameless Island, Mondstadt
Recommended Level	40+
Required Element	Anemo (Wind)
Boss Fights	Eye of the Storm (Level 35 & 40)
Total Primogems	60 (Quest) + 10 (Achievements)
Adventure EXP	500
Other Rewards	4x Hero’s Wit, 6x Mystic Enhancement Ore, 60,000 Mora

How to Reach the Nameless Island in Genshin Impact?

The biggest challenge for many players isn’t the quest itself—it’s actually getting to the island! Located far off the eastern coast of Mondstadt, the Nameless Island can be spotted from Starsnatch Cliff but requires careful planning to reach.

Method 1: Ice Bridge with Cryo Characters (Most Reliable)

The safest method involves using Kaeya’s Elemental Skill to freeze the water and create an ice bridge:

Start from the beach near Starfell Lake (where you first spawned in the game)
Use Kaeya’s Frostgnaw ability repeatedly to create ice platforms
Walk forward on the ice and repeat the process
Alternate with other Cryo characters like Chongyun or Wriothesley if available
This method takes 5-10 minutes but is guaranteed to work

Pro Tip: Using the Anemo Traveler’s skill can help spread the ice faster, making your journey quicker!

Method 2: Gliding from Starsnatch Cliff (Fastest but Requires Preparation)

For players with upgraded stamina, gliding is the fastest option:

Teleport to the highest point of Starsnatch Cliff
Consume stamina-reducing food:
- Barbatos Ratatouille (Reduces gliding stamina consumption by 25%)
- Minty Meat Rolls (Reduces gliding stamina consumption by 20%)
- Northern Smoked Chicken (Restores 50 stamina instantly – 300s cooldown)
Use characters with gliding passives:
- Venti or Amber (Reduces gliding stamina consumption by 20%)
Activate Anemo Resonance (2+ Anemo characters in party for 15% stamina reduction)
Aim for the nearest rock formations to take breaks if needed

Stamina Requirements: You’ll need at least 200+ stamina (fully upgraded) for a direct glide.

Method 3: Alternative Methods (2026 Updates)

With newer updates in 2026, additional methods have become available:

Waverider: Unlocked after completing Raiden Shogun’s Story Quest Act II
Furina’s Skill: Use her ability to walk on water (repeat when cooldown ends)
Red Feather Fan Gadget: Boosts movement speed while gliding
Xiao’s Lemniscatic Wind Cycling: Increases horizontal gliding speed

Starting the Quest: Finding the Ravaged Carving

Once you reach the island, you’ll receive the achievement “Seeds of Stories, Brought by the Wind…” (5 Primogems). Here’s how to start the quest:

Head to the center of the island where you’ll find ancient ruins
Locate the Ravaged Carving – a large sundial with a stone arrow
Interact with it to see the message: “Stories brought on the wind will bloom into legends in due time”
Paimon will suggest searching for more clues

Important: Before starting, ensure you have at least one Anemo character in your party. The Anemo Traveler works perfectly!

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Step 1: Finding the Ragged Notebook

The first objective requires you to uncover the island’s secret:

Head to the southern beach of the island
Look for an abandoned campsite with a tent
Find the shovel sticking out of the ground near some rocks
Destroy the breakable rock pile (it has a health bar)
Pick up the Ragged Notebook that appears

The notebook reveals crucial information: the previous researcher noticed strange occurrences between 2:00 AM and 5:00 AM but couldn’t investigate further as they weren’t a Vision holder.

Step 2: Solving the Sundial Puzzle (2 AM – 5 AM)

This is where the real puzzle begins. Everything in this section MUST be done between 2:00 AM and 5:00 AM in-game time!

Setting Up:

Open the Paimon Menu and change time to 2:00 AM
Return to the Ravaged Carving sundial
Activate Elemental Sight (Middle Mouse Button on PC, L1+Left D-pad on PlayStation)
You’ll see 4 green leaves on the sundial indicating wind clusters to find

Wind Cluster Locations:

Cluster #1 – Behind the Sundial

Location: Directly behind the Ravaged Carving on an archway
Simply glide to it and use your Anemo ability

Cluster #2 – Tallest Pillar

Location: On top of the highest pillar next to the sundial
Climb up the side of the pillar to reach it

Cluster #3 – Northern Beach

Location: Floating above a rock in the water at the northern shore
You may need to build a small ice bridge to reach it

Cluster #4 – Southwestern Waters

Location: At the end of a fallen pillar in the water (southwest edge)
Use Kaeya’s ice ability to walk on water, then switch to Anemo character

Critical Tips:

Wind clusters are ONLY visible with Elemental Sight active
They disappear after 5:00 AM – reset time if needed
You must hit them with Anemo abilities while Elemental Sight is active
The clusters make a distinct sound when dispersed correctly

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Step 3: First Eye of the Storm Boss Fight (Level 35)

After dispersing all four wind clusters:

Return to the center of the island
Use Elemental Sight to see a large wind deposit above the sundial
Hit it with an Anemo ability to summon the Eye of the Storm

Boss Attack Patterns:

Spin Charge Attack

The boss gathers wind and spins rapidly toward you
Counter: Dodge sideways at the last moment

Ground Slam

Hovers above and slams down with an AoE indicator
Counter: Sprint away from the red circle

Wind Wall Prison

Creates a circular wind barrier that damages you
Wind currents appear randomly inside
Counter: Jump on wind currents to avoid ground damage OR climb the nearby pillar

Combat Strategy:

For Properly Leveled Players (35+):

Use bow characters (Amber, Fischl, Ganyu) for consistent damage
Switch to melee DPS when the boss falls to the ground
The boss is immune to Anemo damage – use other elements
Focus on Electro, Pyro, or Cryo for best results

For Underleveled Players – Instant Kill Method:

Lure the boss to the eastern archway (where Wind Cluster #1 was)
Jump into the water and swim around
The Eye of the Storm will eventually fly into the water and die instantly
This works at any level!

Important: The boss will flee at 10% HP – this is scripted, so don’t worry!

Step 4: Pursuing the Eye of the Storm

After the boss escapes:

A massive wind current appears in the center of the ruins
Use your glider to ride the current upward
Follow the wind rings in the air (500-meter flight)
You’ll land near the Thousand Winds Temple

Alternative: If you lose track, teleport to the Temple of the Wolf and head northeast until you find Hilichurls around another sundial.

Step 5: Second Sundial Puzzle

At the new location:

Defeat the group of Hilichurls first
You’ll find Henry Morton standing near the sundial
Talk to him to learn about his missing friend (optional)
Change time to 2:00 AM – 5:00 AM again
Use Elemental Sight to find 4 more wind clusters

Second Set Wind Cluster Locations:

All clusters are very close to the sundial
Dispersing the first two spawns Anemo Slimes
The third cluster summons more slimes
The fourth reveals the wind deposit

Pro Tip: Clear the slimes before starting the boss fight to avoid being overwhelmed!

Step 6: Final Eye of the Storm Battle (Level 40)

This fight is similar but harder:

Key Differences:

Boss is Level 40 (higher HP and damage)
Spawns Anemo Slimes during the fight
Summons Anemo Samachurls as reinforcements
More aggressive attack patterns

Advanced Strategy:

Team Composition Recommendations:

Main DPS: Diluc, Hu Tao, or Ganyu
Sub DPS: Fischl, Xingqiu, or Xiangling
Support: Bennett for healing/buffs
Flex: Any bow user for consistent damage

Underleveled Strategy – Cliff Method:

Lure the boss near the ocean cliffs
Hang on the cliff edge (not too high, not too low)
Wait for the boss to do its slam attack
It will fall into the ocean and die
May take 5-10 attempts but works at any level

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Completing the Quest

After defeating the Eye of the Storm:

Talk to Henry Morton near the sundial
He’ll explain the connection between the two sundials
Receive your rewards:
- 500 Adventure EXP
- 60 Primogems
- 4x Hero’s Wit (80,000 Character EXP total)
- 6x Mystic Enhancement Ore (60,000 Weapon EXP total)
- 60,000 Mora
Unlock the achievement “Nothing to Lose But Time” (5 Primogems)

Hidden Secrets and Additional Tips

Extra Loot on the Island:

Luxurious Chest: Below the sundial near the broken bridge
Anemoculus: Behind the Ravaged Carving sundial
Common Chests: 3-4 scattered around the ruins
Inactive Ruin Guard: Can be activated for additional loot

Time Management Tips:

3 Teyvat hours = 3 real-world minutes
Set time to exactly 2:00 AM for maximum puzzle-solving time
If clusters disappear, they haven’t despawned – just reset the time

Character Recommendations by Adventure Rank:

AR 20-30 (Underleveled):

Use the instant-kill water/cliff methods
Bring food buffs: Adeptus’ Temptation, Jade Parcels
Focus on survival over damage

AR 35-45 (Appropriate Level):

Standard combat approach works well
Prioritize bow users for consistent damage
Save bursts for when the boss is grounded

AR 50+ (Overleveled):

Quest becomes trivial
Good opportunity to test new team compositions
Try speedrun strategies for fun

Common Issues and Solutions

“Can’t Find Wind Clusters”

Ensure time is between 2:00 AM – 5:00 AM
Elemental Sight must be active when hitting clusters
Look for faint green swirls in the air
Check all four locations systematically

“Boss Too Difficult”

Use the water/cliff instant-kill methods
Co-op mode is available if AR 16+
Stock up on healing food and revival items
Lower your World Level temporarily if needed

“Can’t Reach the Island”

Patient ice bridging always works
For gliding, use ALL stamina reduction methods
Consider waiting until higher AR for more stamina
The new 2026 characters like Furina make it much easier

“Quest Won’t Start”

Must interact with the Ravaged Carving first
Ensure you have the Ragged Notebook
Some players report needing to log out/in
Check if you already have it in your quest log

Why This Quest is Worth Doing

Beyond the obvious rewards, Time And The Wind offers:

Lore Significance: Connects to Mondstadt’s history and the Thousand Winds
Achievement Hunting: Two hidden achievements worth 10 Primogems total
Exploration: Access to otherwise unreachable areas
Character Building: 80,000 Character EXP from Hero’s Wit rewards
Weapon Enhancement: 60,000 Weapon EXP for upgrades

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need specific characters for this quest?

You need at least one Anemo character (Traveler works fine) and ideally one Cryo character for reaching the island. The boss fights can be completed with any team using the special strategies mentioned.

What happens if I fail the time window?

Nothing permanent! Simply change the time back to 2:00 AM and try again. The quest has no failure state.

Can I do this quest in co-op?

Yes! After reaching AR 16, you can invite friends to help with the boss fights. However, all players need to reach the island individually first.

Is there a continuation to this quest?

While there’s no direct sequel, Henry Morton mentions visiting the island together in the future, suggesting potential future content.

Why is it called a sundial if it works at night?

The “sundials” are actually moondials, which explains why they function during 2-5 AM. This is a clever detail by miHoYo!

Can I return to the Nameless Island after the quest?

Yes! The island remains accessible, and you can farm the Ruin Guard and collect any missed chests.

Conclusion

The Time And The Wind quest perfectly embodies what makes Genshin Impact special – hidden secrets, challenging puzzles, and rewarding exploration. While reaching the Nameless Island might test your patience, the adventure that awaits makes every frozen step or gliding attempt worthwhile.

Whether you’re a completionist hunting achievements, a lore enthusiast uncovering Teyvat’s mysteries, or simply looking for those valuable Primogems, this quest delivers on all fronts. With our comprehensive guide, you’re now equipped to tackle this hidden challenge regardless of your Adventure Rank or character roster.

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