Let me tell you about this game-changing feature I've been using in Genshin Impact recently. As someone who's juggling work and gaming, the new Encounter Points system introduced in Version 4.1 has been my personal savior. No more rushing through Daily Commissions when I'm low on time! 🎮

How I Unlocked the Magic

When I first heard about Encounter Points, I thought it was too good to be true. Turns out, you just need:

  • Adventure Rank 35 (which I hit months ago)

  • Completed Archon Quest Chapter II: Act II

Suddenly, my daily grind transformed. Instead of chasing random NPCs for commissions, I could accumulate points through regular gameplay. Exploring new areas? Check. Fighting bosses? Check. Even using resin became doubly rewarding!

The Resin Hack Everyone Should Know

Here's where it gets genius. I discovered that burning through my 160 resin (now 200 since the update!) automatically converts Long-Term Encounter Points into usable ones. My typical routine:

  1. Condense resin at crafting bench ⚗️

  2. Farm weekly bosses 🐺

  3. Collect rewards through Adventure Handbook

Navigating the menu was tricky at first. Pro tip: The shortcut icon looks like a tiny book next to the wish menu. Once there:

  • Go to Commissions tab (second from top)

  • Click that juicy red gift box 🎁

  • Boom! All 4 Daily Commission rewards claimed instantly

Why This Works for Casual Players

As a weekend warrior, here's what I appreciate:

Traditional Method Encounter Points Method
20-30 mins daily 5 mins resin spending
Fixed locations Play anywhere
Repetitive tasks Natural progression

I've even started combining systems. Yesterday I:

  • Used resin on Oceanid 🌊

  • Cleared a new domain

  • Accidentally completed 3/4 dailies through normal play

The Hidden Perks

What nobody tells you:

  • Perfect for artifact farming days

  • Saves time during limited-time events

  • Lets you focus on story quests guilt-free

Last week, I skipped commissions entirely but still claimed rewards through:

  1. Opening chests in Chenyu Vale 🏮

  2. Completing Aranara world quests

  3. Crafting 5 condensed resin

Final Thoughts

Three months into using Encounter Points, I'm convinced this is Genshin's best QoL update. It respects my time while keeping progression satisfying. Whether I'm grinding for Furina's artifacts or just want to fish peacefully 🎣, knowing I'm still earning daily rewards makes Teyvat feel less like a chore and more like... well, an actual adventure.

So next time you're drowning in real-life responsibilities, remember: your resin usage is secretly doing your dailies for you. Now if only it could farm Primogems while I sleep... 😴