Azhdaha is one of the most formidable Weekly Bosses in Genshin Impact, introduced in update 1.5. As a massive, ancient dragon with deep ties to Liyue’s history, Azhdaha presents unique challenges and lore significance. Players who seek to defeat him must carefully prepare, as his battle mechanics include elemental shifts, powerful AoE attacks, and status effects that can steadily wear down unprepared teams. This guide provides a complete breakdown of Azhdaha’s background, location, rewards, battle strategies, and expert tips to help players conquer this mighty adversary.

Source: Sun Wei

Who is Azhdaha? – Background and Lore

Azhdaha was once a noble guardian of Liyue, a being entrusted with protecting the land. However, as the centuries passed, he succumbed to a force known as “erosion,” which caused him to lose his memories, eventually leading him to madness. His growing instability resulted in violent outbursts, notably attacking the Chasm. Despite Zhongli’s (Morax) attempts to help him, Azhdaha could not be saved from his deteriorating mental state. To prevent further destruction, Zhongli sealed him beneath the earth, where he remained until the events of the game’s story.

When players confront Azhdaha in his domain, they face a dragon consumed by bitterness and rage, believing that his imprisonment was unjust. His dialogue during the fight reflects this resentment towards Morax and humanity as a whole.

How to Unlock Azhdaha – Location and Requirements

To challenge Azhdaha, players must complete Zhongli’s second story quest, “Historia Antiqua Chapter: Act II – No Mere Stone.” Successfully completing this quest unlocks the Trounce Domain “Beneath the Dragon-Queller”, which is found in Nantianmen, Liyue.

Finding Azhdaha’s Trounce Domain

  • Use the Adventurer’s Book to track Azhdaha’s location.
  • Head to Nantianmen in Liyue.
  • The entrance to the boss fight is underground—descend into the cavern to access the Trounce Domain.

Azhdaha Weekly Boss – Rewards and Drops

Azhdaha provides valuable weekly rewards crucial for character ascension and crafting. Players can only claim rewards once per week for this fight.

Potential Drops

  • Character Ascension Materials:
    • Gemstones (Geo, Hydro, Pyro, Electro, Cryo)
    • Slivers, Fragments, and Chunks
  • Northlander Billets (for crafting weapons)
  • Dream Solvent (used to convert character ascension materials)

Higher world levels and challenge difficulties increase the likelihood of obtaining rare rewards.

Azhdaha’s Battle Mechanics and Attack Phases

The Azhdaha fight is divided into three major phases. Each phase alters his elemental properties and attack patterns.

Phase 1 – Geo Form

At the start of the battle, Azhdaha is purely Geo and possesses strong resistances:

  • Geo Resistance: 70%
  • Physical Resistance: 40%

Azhdaha’s common Geo attacks in this phase include:

  • Skull Slam – A devastating headbutt.
  • Body Slam – A massive impact causing shock waves.
  • Seismic Stomp – Summons Geo shock waves.
  • Quake – Sends out intense tremors over a large area.

Phase 2 – First Elemental Infusion (Hydro or Pyro)

Once Azhdaha’s health drops to around two-thirds, he infuses with either Hydro or Pyro, gaining additional attacks:

  • Hydro Infusion: Causes water-based area damage and applies the Wet status.
  • Pyro Infusion: Releases fiery eruptions and applies the Burning status.

New attacks introduced include:

  • Big Quake – An upgraded seismic attack.
  • Roar – Releases elemental waves.

Phase 3 – Final Infusion (Electro or Cryo)

When his health drops to around one-third, Azhdaha gains another elemental infusion:

  • Electro Infusion – Enhances his attacks with electricity, applying Electro-Charged effects.
  • Cryo Infusion – Summons freezing attacks that apply the Frozen effect.

Final phase attacks include:

  • Tail Tree – Summons tail spikes enhanced by elemental infusion.
  • Tail Storm – Releases energy waves from underground.

Best Strategies to Defeat Azhdaha

Team Composition

  • Shielders: Zhongli, Diona, Thoma – Shields help mitigate damage.
  • Healers: Jean, Bennett, Barbara – Essential for counteracting erosion damage.
  • Main DPS: Ayaka, Childe, Ganyu – Avoid using elements matching Azhdaha’s infusions.

Battle Tactics

  • Watch for floor indicators and dodge incoming Geo projectiles.
  • Keep moving to avoid shock waves and AoE damage.
  • When Azhdaha burrows underground, stay mobile to evade surprise attacks.
  • Use shields and healing to counteract persistent erosion damage.

How to Beat Azhdaha – Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Prepare your team with a balance of shields, healers, and strong DPS.
  2. Enter the domain with food buffs and resistance potions.
  3. During Phase 1, stay mobile and avoid Geo shock waves.
  4. Phase 2 introduces elemental infusions—adjust your strategy accordingly.
  5. In Phase 3, watch for underground attacks and relentless AoE damage.
  6. Maintain shields and heal frequently to survive erosion.

FAQ – Azhdaha Weekly Boss Fight

What adventure rank do I need to fight Azhdaha?

You need to reach Adventure Rank 40 and complete Zhongli’s second story quest.

When does Azhdaha reset for weekly rewards?

Like all Weekly Boss fights, Azhdaha resets every Monday.

Can I fight Azhdaha multiple times per week?

You can challenge him multiple times, but you can only claim rewards once per week.

Which character is best for shielding against Azhdaha?

Zhongli provides the strongest shields, followed by Diona and Noelle.

What is the best element to fight Azhdaha?

Avoid using the element he is infused with in the later phases.

Does Azhdaha have a resistance to physical attacks?

Yes, he has a 40% Physical Resistance in all phases.

Does Azhdaha drop different materials based on difficulty?

Yes, higher difficulties give better rewards.

Is Azhdaha harder in co-op mode?

His health scales up in multiplayer, making the fight longer.

Can Beidou’s Burst block his attacks?

Yes, her Burst can reduce incoming damage significantly.

How do I remove Azhdaha’s elemental marks?

Use cleansing abilities like Jean’s Burst or Bennett’s healing.

By mastering Azhdaha’s mechanics, players can turn this fearsome boss into a manageable challenge, earning valuable ascension materials in the process.

Source: Sun Wei

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