Genshin Impact Varka Materials Guide for Ascension, Talent, and Weapons

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Varka, known as the Knight of Boreas, is one of the most anticipated figures in Genshin Impact. She is also an important figure when it comes to Mondstadt’s history. If you’re looking to bolster your Anemo lineup, preparing his materials ahead of time is the best way to ensure he hits the ground running. This guide covers every resource you will need to max out Varka’s level and talents, from the depths of Wolvendom to the mechanical threats of the wilderness.

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Total Varka’s Ascension Materials

Taking Varka to level 90 requires a significant investment in Anemo gems and regional boss drops. Most of these can be found within Mondstadt or by hunting specific elite enemies across the map.

Vayuda Turquoise Gems: 1 Sliver, 9 Fragments, 9 Chunks, and 6 Gemstones. These are primarily dropped by Anemo field bosses like the Anemo Hypostasis or Setekh Wenut.
Drive Shaft Series: 18 Broken Drive Shafts, 30 Reinforced Drive Shafts, and 36 Precision Drive Shafts. These are dropped by Landcruisers, the mechanical enemies found roaming newer regions.
Prismatic Severed Tail: 46 in total. This is a unique drop from the Radiant Moongecko field boss.
Wolfhook: 168. This Mondstadt local specialty is found exclusively in the bushes of Wolvendom, often near where the weekly boss Andrius resides.
Mora: 420,000 for the ascension milestones.

Material	Total Amount	Primary Source
Vayuda Turquoise Sliver	1	Anemo Field Bosses
Vayuda Turquoise Fragment	9	Anemo Field Bosses
Vayuda Turquoise Chunk	9	Anemo Field Bosses
Vayuda Turquoise Gemstone	6	Anemo Field Bosses
Wolfhook	168	Wolvendom Local Specialty
Prismatic Severed Tail	46	Radiant Moongecko Boss
Broken Drive Shaft	18	Landcruisers
Reinforced Drive Shaft	30	Landcruisers
Precision Drive Shaft	36	Landcruisers
Mora	420,000	Ley Lines / Events

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List of Varka’s Ascension Materials

Ascension Phase	Required Materials	Mora Cost
Level 20 to 40	1 Vayuda Turquoise Sliver, 3 Wolfhooks, 3 Broken Drive Shafts	20,000
Level 40 to 50	3 Vayuda Turquoise Fragments, 2 Prismatic Severed Tails, 10 Wolfhooks, 15 Broken Drive Shafts	40,000
Level 50 to 60	6 Vayuda Turquoise Fragments, 4 Prismatic Severed Tails, 20 Wolfhooks, 12 Reinforced Drive Shafts	60,000
Level 60 to 70	3 Vayuda Turquoise Chunks, 8 Prismatic Severed Tails, 30 Wolfhooks, 18 Reinforced Drive Shafts	80,000
Level 70 to 80	6 Vayuda Turquoise Chunks, 12 Prismatic Severed Tails, 45 Wolfhooks, 12 Precision Drive Shafts	100,000
Level 80 to 90	6 Vayuda Turquoise Gemstones, 20 Prismatic Severed Tails, 60 Wolfhooks, 24 Precision Drive Shafts	120,000

Total Varka’s Talent Materials

Upgrading Varka’s talents is where the majority of your Mora and resin will go. While his basic ascension makes him tanky, his talents are what determine his actual damage output and support capabilities on the battlefield. If you intend to triple-crown Varka and reach level 10 on his Normal Attack, Elemental Skill, and Elemental Burst, you will need the following resources:

Freedom Talent Books: 9 Teachings, 63 Guides, and 114 Philosophies of Freedom. These are found in Mondstadt’s Forsaken Rift domain on Monday, Thursday, and Sunday.
Drive Shaft Series: 18 Broken Drive Shafts, 66 Reinforced Drive Shafts, and 93 Precision Drive Shafts.
Ascended Sample: Rook: 18 in total. This rare material is obtained from the weekly boss challenges.
Crown of Insight: 3 (One for each level 10 talent).
Mora: 4,957,500 to cover all talent level-up fees across all three skills.

Material	Total Amount	Primary Source
Teachings of Freedom	9	Forsaken Rift Domain
Guide to Freedom	63	Forsaken Rift Domain
Philosophies of Freedom	114	Forsaken Rift Domain
Broken Drive Shaft	18	Landcruisers
Reinforced Drive Shaft	66	Landcruisers
Precision Drive Shaft	93	Landcruisers
Ascended Sample: Rook	18	Weekly Boss
Crown of Insight	3	Limited Time Events
Mora	4,957,500	Ley Lines / Events

Durin’s Signature Weapon Materials

Varka Signature Materials	Total
Boreal Wolf’s Milk Tooth (Tue / Fri / Sun)	5
Boreal Wolf’s Cracked Tooth (Tue / Fri / Sun)	14
Boreal Wolf’s Broken Fang (Tue / Fri / Sun)	14
Boreal Wolf’s Nostalgia (Tue / Fri / Sun)	6
Fractured Eye of the Deep Shadow	23
Aberrant Core of the Deep Shadow	27
Hooked Beak of the Deep Shadow	41
Recruit’s Insignia	15
Sergeant’s Insignia	23
Lieutenant’s Insignia	27

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Genshin Impact - FAQs

Who is Varka in Genshin Impact?

Varka is the Grand Master of the Knights of Favonius, often referred to as the Knight of Boreas. He is a highly anticipated Anemo character tied closely to Mondstadt’s lore and is expected to play a major role in future story developments.

What materials are needed to ascend Varka to level 90?

To fully ascend Varka, players need Vayuda Turquoise gems, Wolfhook, Prismatic Severed Tail, Drive Shaft materials, and Mora. These resources are primarily obtained from Anemo bosses, Mondstadt local specialties, and mechanical enemies.

What are Varka’s talent materials?

Varka’s talent upgrades require Freedom talent books, Drive Shaft materials, Ascended Sample: Rook, Crown of Insight, and Mora. These are essential for maximizing his damage and support potential.

How much Mora is required to fully build Varka?

To fully upgrade Varka, you will need approximately 420,000 Mora for ascension and 4,957,500 Mora for talents, making Mora farming a critical part of preparation.

What materials are needed for Varka’s signature weapon?

Varka’s signature weapon requires Boreal Wolf materials, Deep Shadow enemy drops, and Fatui insignias. These can be farmed from weapon domains and elite enemies across Teyvat.