Genshin Impact Local Legends Guide: Wingspan Peak & Novokitezhgrad

Overview

Genshin Impact's Wingspan Peak and Novokitezhgrad regions host three Local Legends: the Elder Blighttree, Ancient Ironquill, and Rowdy Beast. Finding them is straightforward, but defeating these ruthless enemies demands well-built characters and a coordinated team.

This guide covers where to start, how to approach each fight, and what to expect. For more genshin-impact guides and news, visit our game hub.

Prerequisites: Access to the Wingspan Peak and Novokitezhgrad regions. Specific quest requirements are not stated in official materials.

Estimated time: 30–60 minutes depending on team strength and familiarity with the fights.

Currency cost: None.

Step-by-Step

1. Unlock and reach Wingspan Peak

• Progress through the region's exploration content to access Wingspan Peak.
• Use nearby teleport waypoints to shorten travel time.
• Exact unlock conditions are not stated in official materials.

2. Locate the Elder Blighttree

• The Elder Blighttree is found in the Wingspan Peak area.
• Approach carefully; the fight begins once engaged.
• Confirm your team's healing and shielding are ready before starting.

3. Locate Ancient Ironquill

• Ancient Ironquill also resides in the Wingspan Peak region.
• Clear nearby enemies first to avoid distractions during the fight.
• Specific attack patterns are not stated in official materials.

4. Locate the Rowdy Beast

• The Rowdy Beast is located in the Novokitezhgrad region.
• Travel to Novokitezhgrad and search the area for the encounter.
• Prepare for a sustained fight; bring a team with reliable damage output.

5. Defeat each Local Legend

• Engage each enemy with a well-built team.
• Use elemental reactions and crowd control where possible.
• Retreat and heal if your team is overwhelmed; there is no time limit mentioned in official materials.

Loadouts & Teams

Local Legends are designed to be challenging. The source material emphasizes that defeating them requires well-built characters and a proper team. Below are budget-friendly and optimal approaches.

Budget tier

• Main DPS: Any well-invested 4-star or standard 5-star character.
• Healer/Shielder: A reliable sustain unit to keep the team alive.
• Sub-DPS: Off-field damage to maintain pressure.
• Flex: Elemental application or crowd control.

Optimal tier

• Main DPS: A top-tier on-field damage dealer with strong artifacts and weapon.
• Healer/Shielder: High uptime sustain with relevant elemental resonance.
• Sub-DPS: Consistent off-field damage and elemental application.
• Support: Buffing or debuffing unit to shorten fight duration.

Specific character recommendations are not stated in official materials. Use your best-invested units and match elements to exploit enemy weaknesses if discovered during the fight.

Materials Table

No specific rewards or materials are stated in official materials for these Local Legends. The table below reflects what is known.

Troubleshooting

• Cannot find the Local Legend: Double-check the region. Elder Blighttree and Ancient Ironquill are in Wingspan Peak; Rowdy Beast is in Novokitezhgrad.
• Fight is too difficult: Invest in character levels, talents, weapons, and artifacts. The source notes that well-built characters and teams are required.
• Team keeps dying: Add a dedicated healer or shielder. Sustain is critical for extended fights.
• Unsure of mechanics: Observe enemy patterns and adapt. Specific mechanics are not stated in official materials.

FAQ

Do these Local Legends respawn?
Not stated in official materials.

Are there pity or dupe interactions?
No. Local Legends are open-world enemies, not banner-related content.

Can I co-op these fights?
Not stated in official materials. Co-op availability may vary.

What if I miss a reward?
Rewards are typically granted upon defeat. If you are concerned, ensure your inventory has space before engaging.

Are there platform or region differences?
Not stated in official materials. Assume the same experience across platforms unless official notes say otherwise.

Next Steps

After defeating the three Local Legends, continue exploring Wingspan Peak and Novokitezhgrad for other challenges. If you are working through related content, see our guides on removing the Hallowed Plain Ice Fog and Into the Tower's Shadow. For quest help, our Days of Old Were Days of Snow guide is also available.