Primogems are the main currency, earning players hours of farming chests, traversing the Abyss, and grinding out achievements. This is no surprise: to guarantee a character from a prayer, you need to accumulate 28,800 Primogems. Without donations, that’s months of patience. But if you know all the sources, you can collect around 5,000 Primogems per month—and that’s not counting random events and promo codes. In this guide, we’ll cover every method: from obvious quests to hidden mechanics of 2026.
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Archon Quests and Encounters for Earning Primogems
The most effective way to earn a large sum is to complete the story. Archon quests reward several hundred Primogems per chapter, and there are already over a dozen of them in the game. The exact numbers vary by region: in Liyue, you can earn around 400-500 gems in one chapter, while in Sumeru, it’s closer to 600. However, there’s a catch: the developers often offer temporary bonuses. For example, completing the Natlan Archon quests during the first two weeks after patch 5.0 launched awarded an additional 500 gems. This promotion is no longer in effect, but it’s worth keeping an eye out for announcements—they’re also offered before major updates.
Besides the main quests, don’t forget about world quests and character encounters. The latter are essentially visual novels with branching paths, and each completed branch yields 60 gems. There are 15 such encounters in total, and each can yield up to 120 gems if you complete all the endings. Yes, you’ll have to replay dialogues, but the reward is worth it.
Achievements are a whole other story. There are currently 1,516 achievements in the game, and their combined reward is 11,760 Primogems. That’s almost 74 prayers. Few people bother collecting them all, but even a few will provide a significant boost. Check the achievements menu every couple of days—there are often unclaimed rewards for randomly completed objectives, such as “defeat 10 Hilichurls with a Fire Strike” or “collect 100 herbs.” It’s a small thing, but it adds up to a decent amount.
Daily and Weekly Commissions for Primogems
The second most important source is daily quests. Four quests per day award 60 Primogems, plus the Travel Journal bonus for completing all four—another 20. That’s a total of 80 per day, or 2,400 per month. That’s almost 15 prayers. The only downside is the drudgery, but if you tie the quests into exploring the world or gathering resources, the process becomes less tedious. Weekly quests in the same Travel Journal award additional gems for completing the Spiral Abyss, defeating bosses, and crafting items. You can earn a total of about 150-200 gems per week. It’s not a huge amount, but it’s a nice bonus to the daily quest.
Exploring Teyvat Chests and Hidden Primogems
The world of Genshin is chock-full of rocks, literally under every rock. Chests, puzzles, fairies, oculi, teleportation points, Archon statues—all of these drop Primogems. The biggest rewards are found in Luxury Chests found in dungeons and Time Trials. A single Time Trial can yield 20-40 rocks, and some regions (like Enkanomia) can yield dozens.
The main problem is that finding all of these without an interactive map is nearly impossible. The official HoYoLab map works, but many prefer third-party resources—they even mark hidden chests behind walls. If you don’t want to use external tools, craft Treasure Compasses and Elemental Resonance Stones—they point to nearby caches. They have a cooldown and only work in a specific region, but they’re good enough for pinpointing.
Farming Primogems in the Spiral Abyss and Theater
This is where you can really get rich in an hour. The Spiral Abyss refreshes twice a month—on the 1st and 16th. Clearing all floors (1st through 12th) yields 800 gems, but with a caveat: the first floors yield 50-100, while the most difficult floors—9th through 12th—require 9-star completion. If you can’t complete the last floors, you’ll only get 600. And that’s okay—most players stop at the 11th floor. But even 600 gems in two weeks is already 1,200 gems per month.
And recently, a second endgame mode was added—the Imaginarium Theater. It refreshes once a month, on the 1st, and rewards up to 1,000 gems for a full completion. It differs in difficulty: you need to assemble squads from a limited character pool and complete a series of battles with a choice of buffs. The mechanics are fresh, and many prefer it over the Abyss because it’s less dependent on specific teammates. However, if you have a tight roster, it can be a bit challenging.
For clarity, here’s a summary table for both modes:
In total, you can earn up to 2,600 Gems per month from both modes—that’s more than 16 Prayers. And that’s not counting the one-time rewards for your first few playthroughs.
Active Promo Codes Events and Free Bonuses
It’s not that difficult: the developers regularly hand out codes, especially before streams and patches. At the time of writing, the following are active:
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GENSHINGIFT — 50 gems
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PSCA8NL4ZSPD — 60 gems
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OHOHONIOCOLE — 30 gems
You can activate them in the game settings or on the official website. They usually expire within 2-3 days, so it’s best to claim them right away. Stream codes often award 100-200 gems, but they appear once a month. Follow the official HoYoVerse social media to stay up-to-date.
Limited events are another generous source. A single event can award between 200 and 1000 gems, depending on the scale. For example, the 2026 Summer Festival brought players around 800 gems over two weeks. Always visit the events section and complete the minimum tasks, even if you’re not interested.
HoYoLab’s daily bonus is five gems per day for simply logging in. Yes, it’s only 150 per month, but it’s free and only takes five seconds.
And don’t forget about maintenance compensation. After each patch, the developers award 300 to 600 gems, depending on the length of the maintenance. This is a standard gift—log in after the update and claim it from your inbox.
Buying Genesis Crystals and Welkin Moon in Genshin Impact
If you’re willing to invest real money, the most profitable option is the Welkin Moon Blessing. For $4.99, you get 300 crystals immediately and 90 stones every day for 30 days. That’s a total of 3,000 stones per month, which is roughly double what you’d get for the same price by purchasing crystals directly.
The Battle Pass (Gnostic Hymn) gives 680 stones plus leveling resources and costs $9.99. Compared to the Moon, it’s less profitable for stones, but valuable for materials. If you need to quickly level up your characters, get the Battle Pass; if you’re saving up for prayers, get the Moon.
Purchasing crystals directly is the least efficient option. Even with the initial double bonus, it’s around 40 stones per dollar, while the Moon offers around 60. Only buy it as a last resort, when you’re just a couple of prayers short of a guaranteed bonus.
Answers to Frequently Asked Questions About Primogem Farming
How many Primogems can I get per month without donating?
Rough estimate: daily quests (80 × 30 = 2400), Spiral Abyss (2 × 600 – 800 = 1200 – 1600), Imaginarium Theater (1000), events and promo codes (on average 500 – 1000). This comes out to about 5100 – 6000 Primogems. This is equivalent to 32 – 37 prayers. The actual number depends on your strength in the Abyss and your activity in events.
Which is more profitable: the Blessing of the Hollow Moon or the Battle Pass?
If your goal is to save up for a character, get the Moon. It gives 3000 Primogems per month versus 680 for the pass. The pass is worth it if you also need experience books, Mora books, and weapon enhancements.
How to quickly save up for 90 prayers (guarantor)?
With an average farming rate of 5,000 stones per month, it will take about 6 months to reach the guarantee (28,800 stones). If you add the moon, the time frame is reduced to 4-4.5 months. Promo codes and random bonuses can shave off another couple of weeks.
Patience and a systematic approach are key in Genshin. Create a monthly plan: dailies, Abyss, Theater, events—and in a couple of months, you’ll have a substantial supply of stones. And if you’re lucky with promo codes, you can even get a character sooner. Good luck with your prayers!
