Dive into the strategic depth of Genshin Impact's Exercise Surging Storm event, a rewarding tactical RPG experience within Version 5.2's second phase. While initially appearing complex, its mechanics become intuitive with practice, offering a bountiful harvest of Primogems and other valuable resources.
Event Entry Requirements:
To join the fray, you need:
- Adventure Rank 20 or higher.
- Completion of the Mondstadt Archon Quest Prologue.
Begin your journey at the Knights of Favonius Headquarters in Mondstadt.

Gameplay Mechanics:
The event unfolds through a series of tutorials, easing you into the core gameplay. Before each wargame, strategically select Combat Units (your troops) and Stratagems (buffs/power-ups). Units are categorized (AoE Damage, Flying, Ranged, Melee), each with strengths and weaknesses against specific types (e.g., Melee excels against Ranged).

Analyze your opponent's lineup beforehand. The bottom-right diagram provides unit effectiveness indicators, allowing for strategic counter-selection. However, lineup adjustments consume Reinforcement Points, so choose wisely.
Unit Roles:
- Melee Units: High damage absorption, low speed.
- Ranged Units: Long-range attacks, low health.
- AoE DMG Units: Damage multiple units simultaneously.
- Flying Units: Immune to ground-based attacks.

Level up units for increased effectiveness by re-selecting them in subsequent rounds. Refresh Combat Units and Stratagems for better options. Remember, Elemental Reactions function as in the overworld—utilize them strategically.
Even losses yield Wargame Medals, accumulating towards rewards. Victories grant more medals, but consistent participation ensures reward acquisition, albeit at a slower pace.
Rewards:
The event generously rewards players with Primogems, Hero's Wit, Character Talent Materials, and more. The reward structure based on accumulated Wargame Medals is detailed below:
| Requirement | Medal Rewards |
| Total Wargame Medals Obtained: 400 | 40x Primogem 2x Chains of the Dandelion Gladiator 20,000x Mora |
| Total Wargame Medals Obtained: 800 | 40x Primogem 2x Debris of Decarabian’s City 20,000x Mora |
| Total Wargame Medals Obtained: 1200 | 40x Primogem 2x Boreal Wolf’s Cracked Tooth 20,000x Mora |
| Total Wargame Medals Obtained: 1600 | 40x Primogem 2x Chains of the Dandelion Gladiator 20,000x Mora |
| Total Wargame Medals Obtained: 2000 | 40x Primogem 2x Debris of Decarabian’s City 20,000x Mora |
| Total Wargame Medals Obtained: 2400 | 40x Primogem 2x Boreal Wolf’s Cracked Tooth 20,000x Mora |
| Total Wargame Medals Obtained: 2800 | 40x Primogem 2x Chains of the Dandelion Gladiator 20,000x Mora |
| Total Wargame Medals Obtained: 3200 | 40x Primogem 2x Debris of Decarabian’s City 20,000x Mora |
| Total Wargame Medals Obtained: 3600 | 40x Primogem 2x Boreal Wolf’s Cracked Tooth 20,000x Mora |
| Total Wargame Medals Obtained: 4000 | 40x Primogem 2x Hero’s Wit 20,000x Mora |
| Requirement | Challenge Rewards |
| Claim victory in at least 3 rounds in a single wargame | 20x Primogem 2x Guide to Freedom 3x Mystic Enhancement Ore |
| Claim victory in at least 5 rounds in a single wargame | 2x Hero’s Wit 3x Mystic Enhancement Ore |
| Claim victory in at least 7 rounds in a single wargame | 2x Sanctifying Unction 3x Mystic Enhancement Ore |
| Gain 3 total Rank 2 Combat Units through upgrading | 2x Guide to Resistance 3x Mystic Enhancement Ore |
| Gain 6 total Rank 2 Combat Units through upgrading | 2x Hero’s Wit 3x Mystic Enhancement Ore |
| Gain 12 total Rank 2 Combat Units through upgrading | 2x Sanctifying Unction 3x Mystic Enhancement Ore |
| Gain 1 total Rank 3 Combat Units through upgrading | 2x Hero’s Wit 3x Mystic Enhancement Ore |
| Gain 3 total Rank 3 Combat Units through upgrading | 2x Sanctifying Unction 3x Mystic Enhancement Ore |
| Draw a total of 3 Elite-class or higher Combat Units | 2x Guide to Ballad 3x Mystic Enhancement Ore |
| Draw a total of 6 Elite-class or higher Combat Units | 2x Hero’s Wit 3x Mystic Enhancement Ore |
| Draw a total of 12 Elite-class or higher Combat Units | 2x Sanctifying Unction 3x Mystic Enhancement Ore |
| Draw a total of 1 Apex-class Combat Units | 2x Hero’s Wit 3x Mystic Enhancement Ore |
| Draw a total of 2 Apex-class Combat Units | 2x Hero’s Wit 3x Mystic Enhancement Ore |
| Draw a total of 4 Apex-class Combat Units | 2x Sanctifying Unction 3x Mystic Enhancement Ore |
Don't miss out! The Exercise Surging Storm event concludes on December 30th (3:59 server time) in Genshin Impact Version 5.2. Participate before the deadline to claim your rewards.