In the ever-evolving world of Teyvat, even the most loyal Travelers can appreciate a wardrobe refresh for their favorite characters. By 2026, the dazzling Summertide Scales and Tales event from version 4.8 remains a fond memory for many, primarily for introducing Kirara's delightful new ensemble, the 'Phantom in Boots'. This stylish skin offered a purely cosmetic makeover for the nimble feline courier, but acquiring it was no simple feat—it was a full-blown treasure hunt across the whimsical Simulanka Island. For those who missed the event, fear not; the pursuit of fashion is a timeless endeavor in Genshin Impact. 😺
The primary objective was clear: amass 125 Excerpts of Bliss. This seemingly daunting number was, in fact, a clever incentive to explore every nook and cranny of Simulanka's three main districts: the verdant Forest of Blessings, the celestial Constellation Metropole, and the mysterious Third Area. The entire island was practically paved with these collectible tokens of joy. A fantastic bonus for newcomers was that participating in the event and fabricating 60 figurines would grant the character Kirara herself for free—a perfect package deal for any aspiring cat-girl enthusiast!
📜 Methods to Hunt Down Excerpts of Bliss
Several avenues were available for diligent collectors, each with its own yield:
| Method | Description | Approximate Yield |
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| Chest Hunting | Opening Exquisite, Precious, and Luxurious chests scattered across Simulanka. | Varies (High) |
| Jubilant Feathers | Collecting floating feathers marked on the mini-map. | 3 Excerpts each |
| Event Challenges | Completing puzzles, aiding villagers, and overcoming time-limited trials. | Consistent & Substantial |
| General Exploration | Finding hidden Excerpts in caves, on mountaintops, and other secret spots. | Supplemental |
The chests were the jackpot. Every hidden compartment unlocked or puzzle solved rewarded a burst of Excerpts, seamlessly blending exploration with progression.
🧭 Gadgets: The Explorer's Best Friends
Hoyoverse, in their infinite wisdom, provided tools to aid the hunt. Upon collecting 75 and 200 Excerpts of Bliss, players were rewarded with the Jocund Letters and Joyous Letters gadgets, respectively. Think of them as fashionable, paper-based metal detectors for bliss!
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Jocund Letters: Scanned a limited area, perfect for clearing a specific zone.
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Joyous Letters: The ultimate treasure radar, revealing every remaining Excerpt across the entirety of Simulanka. This was the final push needed for completionists to hit that magic number of 125.
🌲 A District-by-District Breakdown
Each region of Simulanka had its own character and hiding spots:
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Forest of Blessings: Lush greenery and ancient ruins housed chests behind vine puzzles and feathers floating near tranquil streams.
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Constellation Metropole: This starry cityscape required vertical thinking, with feathers perched on spires and chests tucked away in astral libraries.
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The Third Area: The wild card. Its mysterious ambiance hid feathers in spectral caves and rewarded complex multi-stage puzzles with the most luxurious chests.
The wild Jubilant Feathers were particularly sneaky. While marked by a small scroll icon on the mini-map, some demanded parkour skills to reach the highest peaks, while others lurked in the gloomiest depths, testing a Traveler's thoroughness.
💎 The Post-Event Path: A Price for Panache
For those who, let's say, were too busy defeating a new weekly boss or cultivating their Serenitea Pot, the event window eventually closed. However, the world of Teyvat's commerce never sleeps! Following the event's conclusion, Kirara's 'Phantom in Boots' outfit was dutifully added to the in-game shop. Mirroring the standard for 4-star character outfits, it became permanently available for a price of 1,680 Genesis Crystals. This ensured that even latecomers or indecisive fashionistas could eventually dress their delivery cat in her finest boots—for a premium, of course. It's the timeless rule: time or treasure, you must spend one.
In retrospect, the quest for Kirara's skin was a masterclass in integrated game design. It transformed a simple cosmetic unlock into a compelling reason to engage with a beautiful, limited-time area, rewarding curiosity and persistence with both a gorgeous outfit and the satisfaction of complete exploration. It reminds every Traveler that in Genshin Impact, the journey—scouring every chest, climbing every cliff for a feather—is often just as rewarding as the sartorial prize at the end.