Genshin Impact is taking players back to the vast deserts of Sumeru in its upcoming limited time event, "Ruins Exploration: Fieldwise Center," scheduled to begin on November 7, 2025, at 10:00 (server time). This new event invites Travelers to delve into mysterious ruins, solve puzzles, and battle formidable foes while uncovering a strange phenomenon occurring deep within the desert. The event serves as both a nostalgic return and a new chapter in the ongoing Sumeru storyline, offering players the opportunity to reunite with beloved characters including the Forest Ranger in training, Collei, who will be featured as a reward.

A Return to Sumeru’s Ancient Depths

According to the event description, the story begins when a series of unusual elemental disturbances are detected in the depths of the Sumeru desert. Players will join researchers from the Akademiya’s Fieldwise Center, investigating ancient mechanisms that have suddenly reactivated. These ruins are filled with traps, rotating structures, and environmental hazards reminiscent of early Sumeru exploration events. The emphasis will be on scouting enemies, solving mechanical puzzles, and adapting strategies to each stage’s elemental challenges.

Event Structure and Gameplay Mechanics

The “Ruins Exploration” event will be divided into multiple stages released throughout its duration. Each phase introduces new mechanics from elemental resonance fields that alter combat flow, to timed exploration trials requiring puzzle solving and combat efficiency. Players will also face a variety of Elite Ruin enemies and Desert Automatons, blending combat with traversal and environmental interaction.

Participants will accumulate Exploration Points based on their performance, which can be used to unlock tiered rewards. Special modifiers, such as “Fieldwise Research Buffs,” will allow players to enhance their team’s capabilities during trials, adding a layer of strategy for players aiming for high scores.

Rewards and Event Highlights

Completing all challenges will allow players to invite “Sprout of Rebirth” Collei (Dendro) to join their team a perfect opportunity for those who missed her during previous event reruns. Other rewards include Primogems, Crown of Insight, Mora, Character Talent Books, and a limited Outdoor Furnishing Blueprint for the Serenitea Pot. The event’s reward structure is designed to appeal to both casual and dedicated players, ensuring that exploration and experimentation are equally rewarded.

Story Integration and Thematic Importance

Beyond its gameplay value, “Ruins Exploration: Fieldwise Center” continues Genshin Impact’s tradition of expanding the world’s lore through seasonal events. The return to Sumeru hints at deeper ties between its desert ruins and the technology of the ancient civilization of King Deshret. The Akademiya’s renewed involvement also suggests potential connections to ongoing world quests and character storylines, possibly setting the stage for future Sumeru-related updates or crossover missions.

Collei’s Long-Awaited Spotlight

Collei’s inclusion as a featured reward carries special significance for fans. As one of Genshin’s earliest Dendro characters, her return highlights Hoyoverse’s ongoing effort to give older units new relevance. With updated team compositions and new Dendro synergies introduced in recent patches, Collei can once again find her place in powerful elemental reaction teams particularly within Bloom and Quicken setups.

How to Participate

Players must reach Adventure Rank 20 or above and complete the Archon Quest: Chapter III, Act II “The Morn a Thousand Roses Brings” to participate. Event quests and challenges can be accessed via the event menu once it goes live. The event will run for approximately two weeks, giving players ample time to earn all rewards and complete every phase.

As the excitement builds, “Ruins Exploration: Fieldwise Center” stands as both a celebration of Sumeru’s intricate lore and a showcase of Genshin Impact’s evolving event design blending adventure, exploration, and storytelling into one immersive experience. Travelers should prepare their best exploration teams, sharpen their puzzle solving skills, and get ready to rediscover the wonders and dangers hidden beneath the Sumeru sands.