Snezhnaya Region Overview and Guides for Genshin Impact

Snezhnaya is the last one of the seven nations of Teyvat to be added in Genshin Impact. It is the nation where Tsaritsa, the Cryo Archon, governing over the region. This is also where Travelers will learn about the reason behind the Fatui collecting the Gnoses, and the Tsaritsa's plan. Snezhnaya featured various creatures, both safe and dangerous, such as the mysterious Lantern Fae, the Water Imps, Jack Frost, Volkodlak, Snegovik, and so much more. As one can expect, these unique creatures can only be found in Snezhnaya.

Snezhnaya can be "unlocked" by following the 7.0 Archon Quest. However, players can simply travel to Snezhnaya using the unlocked waypoint if they need to explore the new region to obtain any upgrade materials for new characters.

Listed below are the currently available characters in Snezhnaya. Instead of visions, certain characters from Snezhnaya use "Stellar Linchpin" which are mechanically similar to visions with a different aesthetic.

When any of playable characters with Stellar Linchpin is on the team and Cryo is swept along by Anemo, or entwined by Electro, the original Cryo Swirl/Superconduct reactions will be converted to Stellar Swirl/Stellar-Conduct reactions.

After the Traveler interacts with the Statue of the Seven in Snezhnaya, they will also gain the power of Cryo and the ability to trigger all Stellar Glimmer Reactions.

When Cryo comes into contact with Electro, a Starlight Prism will be created, briefly transforming the surrounding area into a Polestar Field to aid you in combat. Polestar Field will store elemental energy that is present on the field to provide party-wide buffs and reduce opponents' Physical RES.

After Cryo and Anemo trigger the Stellar Swirl Reaction, a "Stellar Vortex" will be generated, and will automatically explode after a period of time, dealing additional AoE Cryo DMG. If you triggers the Stellar Swirl reactions multiple times in a short time, it will enhance the power of the vortex.

In Snezhnaya, Travelers will encounter a new companion called the Eye of Graeae. It is capable of thinking, analyzing, and uncovering every secret of this land.

The first function module is to consume Kresnik Energy to maintain your body temperature. Said Kresnik Energy is abundant throughout Snezhnaya. In addition, these Kresnik Energies can also be used to build Prime Ice Constructs. The Constructs come in all shapes and forms, each with their own unique function, helping you with the explorations.

The second function is the ability to summon an exclusive train. It is equipped with adventure facilities, saving you the hassle of traveling (including a communicator for quick contact with Katheryne). You can call the train at any point along the tracks and travel directly to any unlocked station.

The last function is the new combat firearms and their elemental reaction. In Snezhnaya, you will find yourself entering a space known as the Shadow Realm. In there, you will be using special elemental firearms that can trigger multiple Elemental Reactions.

The treasure compass for Snezhnaya is an extremely convenient item to use. By upgrading Meeting Points you can upgrade the exploration ability of the Cryo Treasure Compass. This allows you to see key collectables on your minimap such as Oculi, Treasure chests and more!

Meeting Points are a system in Snezhnaya that take the place of the Sigil offering system as well as the faction reputation system and merge them both together. Cryo Sigils can be exchanged at each faction and with enough exploration increase, you will upgrade the Meeting Point for that faction.

This grants you with new rewards as well as specific quests focusing on a playable character from that faction. Furthermore, upgrading your Meeting Point for that region allows the Cryo Treasure Compass to function showcasing collectables on your map.

The Cryo Archon Statues of the Seven are monuments scattered across Snezhnaya. Interact with the Statues to unlock a teleportation point and the sub-region linked to it.

Upon the release of 7.0, you will be able to find and unlock a total of 5 Statues of the Seven. One statue per sub-region.

Once you unlocked your first Cryo statue you will be able to offer your Cryoculus in order to increase the statue's level. The statue's max level is 10.

To know more about the Cryo Statue and the Rewards you can obtain from it, head to our dedicated page:

During your exploration in Snezhnaya, you will come across items called Cryoculus.

Cryoculus are Snezhnaya's Oculus system.

Each sub-region in Snezhnaya has a certain number of Cryoculus you can find.

Furthermore, the Cryo Treasure Compass allows you to find these Oculi on your map when the Treasure Compass is unlocked and upgraded enough.

Snezhnaya has a range of Subregions available for players to visit and explore while unlocking collectables and earning Primogems.

Volkodlak Tundra is the first major city Traveler will reach in Snezhnaya as it is located north of Nod-Krai. This section of the map features Sretomorozsk, Rankova Zorya, and Huntsman's Cabin.

Flamefeather Valley may leave a strong impression on Travelers because instead of the usual white snow area, this area features the autumn view and red aesthetic - far different than most of Snezhnaya's snow sub-regions. In addition, this area's combat is locked behind the elemental firearms mode.

Everfrozen Earth is the main area Snezhnaya, as it features the region's largest city, Snezhnograd. The most notable building here is definitely the Zapolyarny Palace, which houses the Cryo Archon Tsaritsa.

Fellfrost Peak is located to the southheast of Snezhnaya, with 3 sub-areas called Tidesong Cavern, House of Hesperides, and Svetloledovka. Despite having a huge exploration area just like the other sub-regions, this area is a difficult terrain to travel. You need to take advantage of the Eye of Graeae to create Prime Ice Constructs for easy exploration.

White Birch Snowgrave features the Pale Crown Palace, a castle that holds a candle against the Zapolyarny Palace in term of lore. Another location in this sub-region that carry significant weight is the Pilgrimage to the Sacred Gorge route.