Boreas Genshin Impact Guide ⇒ Beat & Claim Rewards!

Genshin Impact offers players a variety of formidable bosses, each requiring unique strategies to defeat. One of the most iconic bosses in the game is Lupus Boreas, also known as Andrius, the Wolf of the North. This powerful weekly boss is a guardian of Mondstadt, residing in the mystical Wolvendom region, and presents a challenging fight for Travelers. In this detailed guide, we will explore how to locate, unlock, and defeat Boreas, as well as the rewards players can earn from the battle.

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Who is Lupus Boreas – The Wolf of the North?

Lupus Boreas, also referred to as Andrius, is one of the Four Winds of Mondstadt, a powerful entity that once served the Anemo Archon, Barbatos (Venti). Unlike the other Four Winds, Andrius chose to relinquish his physical form, turning into a spirit-like being that watches over the land. He plays a crucial role in Mondstadt’s history and is closely tied to Razor’s story, acting as a mentor and guardian figure to the young wolf-kin human.

Location and How to Access Lupus Boreas

To challenge Lupus Boreas, players need to travel to Wolvendom, a secluded area west of Mondstadt’s city center. The fastest way to reach his lair is by teleporting to the Waypoint west of Dawn Winery and then crossing the cliffs towards his battle arena. Alternatively, players can teleport to Cecilia Garden and head south to reach the boss fight area.

Once players arrive at the arena, they can activate the challenge by interacting with the blue wolf statue in the center of the area.

Unlocking the Boreas Boss Fight

To battle Lupus Boreas as a weekly boss, players must first complete Razor’s Story Quest – Act I: The Meaning of Lupical. This quest introduces players to Razor’s background and his connection to Andrius. Upon completing the quest, the Wolf of the North showdown becomes available as a recurring weekly challenge.

Preparing for the Battle Against Lupus Boreas

Recommended Team Composition

Since Lupus Boreas primarily deals Cryo damage in the first phase and Anemo abilities in the second phase, it’s essential to field a balanced team capable of maximizing elemental reactions. The best strategies involve bringing characters with Pyro and Electro elements to trigger Overloaded, which increases overall damage output against the boss.

Pyro DPS Characters – Hu Tao, Klee, Xiangling, or Diluc.
Electro Support/DPS – Fischl, Raiden Shogun, Beidou, or Yae Miko.
A Healer – Bennett, Jean, or Diona (Not recommended due to Cryo immunity).
Shield Characters – Zhongli, Noelle, or Layla.

Key Gameplay Tips

Avoid Cryo and Anemo Damage – Since Andrius is immune to Cryo and Anemo, avoid using characters like Ganyu, Chongyun, Xiao, or Jean as primary damage dealers.
Utilize Shields – The attacks in the second phase can be particularly aggressive, making shields extremely useful for survival.
Maintain Mobility – Andrius moves swiftly across the arena; constant movement and dodging are essential.

Battle Phases – Breaking Down the Fight Against Andrius

Phase 1 – Cryo Attacks

In the first phase, Lupus Boreas focuses on its Cryo-based attacks. His movements are fast, but all of his abilities have clear telegraphs. Here are the key attacks to watch out for:

Charge Attack – He dashes forward at high speed. Avoid this by dodging sideways.
Jump Attack – The boss leaps into the air and slams down, creating a frozen ground effect.
Frontal Swipe/Cryo Swipe – A melee swipe with claw attacks.
Cryo Missiles – Fires multiple projectiles that explode on impact.

To effectively deal damage, players should focus on ranged attacks when possible and only engage in melee combat when safe.

Phase 2 – Anemo Transformation

When Lupus Boreas’ HP drops below 50%, the battle shifts to its second phase, where Andrius gains Anemo abilities in addition to Cryo. The attacks also become more aggressive.

Dash Attacks – Andrius runs quickly around the arena.
Ranged Anemo Strikes – Andrius summons strong wind-based slashes.
Summoning Wolf Phantoms – Wolf spirits leap at the player.

For this phase, use shields, mobility, and ranged attacks to avoid unnecessary damage.

Rewards and Weekly Loot

Defeating Lupus Boreas grants players numerous high-level materials, with new tiers unlocking at different Adventure Ranks. The rewards include:

Talent Level-up Materials (Ring of Boreas, Tail of Boreas, Spirit Locket of Boreas).
Northlander Weapon Prototypes (Sword, Bow, Claymore, Catalyst, Polearm).
High-Level Artifacts (Gladiator’s Finale, Wanderer’s Troupe, and Berserker).

Claiming the rewards costs 60 Original Resin, but the first three weekly bosses cost only 30 Original Resin.

How to Defeat Lupus Boreas – Step-by-Step Guide

Assemble the Right Team – Make sure you have a good mix of Pyro, Electro, and Shield units.
Teleport to Wolvendom – Use the western waypoint near Dawn Winery for fast access.
Initiate the Battle – Interact with the blue wolf statue.
Survive Phase 1 – Avoid Cryo attacks by constantly dodging and keeping distance.
Prepare for Phase 2 – Save Elemental Bursts for when Boreas transforms into his Anemo form.
Use Shields and Healing – Andrius’ second phase is relentless, making healing and shields crucial.
Finish with Elemental Bursts – Maximize damage when Boreas stops moving.