发布时间: 12/30/2025
Time to Duel, Travelers! Heated Battle Mode Returns
Get your decks ready and head over to The Cat's Tail, because things are about to get chaotic in the best way possible. If you are looking for a break from exploring Teyvat or just want to farm some quick rewards, this latest iteration of the Genius Invokation TCG event is calling your name. For those keeping up with the latest Genshin Impact 5.3 Update, you know there is always something new to master.
Sweet Loot for Card Masters
Before we dive into the mechanics, let's look at what's on the table. Participating in this event isn't just for glory; there are tangible rewards waiting for you. Make sure you don't miss out on these limited-time goodies mentioned above!
The Chaotic Rules: What's Different?
This isn't your standard slow-paced duel. The "Heated Battle Mode" shakes up the meta with some aggressive rule changes designed to speed things up significantly. Here is the breakdown of how the flow changes:
* Dice Galore: Forget the bad RNG rolls. During the Roll Phase, you are guaranteed to receive 4 Omni Elements and 4 different random elements directly. This means you can execute combos much more consistently.
* Discounted Moves: The first Action Card you play in every single round will have its cost reduced by 2 dice. This is a huge tempo swing that allows you to set up supports or equipment way earlier than usual.
* Gotta Go Fast: The "Switch Character" action is now always considered a "Fast Action", meaning it doesn't end your turn. You can swap and strike in the same breath!
For more strategies on mastering these mechanics, you might want to check out our detailed Seven Saints Summoning event guide.
Event Schedule
Mark your calendars so you don't miss a single match. The event runs across the New Year transition:
* Start: December 20, 2025, at 10:00 AM
* End: January 5, 2026, at 03:59 AM
This aligns perfectly with other seasonal activities, as seen in our Traveler event preview.
Who Can Participate?
To join the fray, you need to be a somewhat experienced Traveler. Ensure you meet the following criteria:
* Reach Adventure Rank 32 or higher.
* Complete the Archon Quest Prologue: Act III "Song of the Dragon and Freedom".
* Finish the World Quest "Battlefield of Dice, Cats, and Cards" (this is the quest that unlocks the TCG mode).
How to Jump In
Once the event goes live, simply head to The Cat's Tail tavern in Mondstadt. Interact with the invitation board to start matching under the "Heated Battle Mode" special rules.
One of the best features this time around is the co-op flexibility. You can invite your own teammates to duel, or if you have reached Player Level 4, you can jump into matchmaking to test your skills against random opponents. It's the perfect time to test out those experimental decks you've been building!