Genshin Impact has been out for over a month now, with the first major update barreling toward us at warp speed and many still clamoring to get their hands on a piece of the innovative gacha ARPG that has captivated millions. Like any other RPG, Genshin Impact places a heavy emphasis on linear character building and stat accumulation, and it’s in every player’s best interest to learn how to level up quickly.

Below, you’ll find a handy guide to the most valuable components of every grueling level-grinding plan that’ll see you blast through the AR ranks and reach Genshin Impact’s rich end-game content, so you’re fully prepared to dive straight into the 1.1 update, arriving on November 13th.

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Your first priority, once you start playing, is to open the map and unlock all the essential activities. As soon as something comes out, whether it's Commissions at AR Rank 12, Domains at AR Rank 16, or Storyline/Archon/Sidequest, it doesn't matter – do it as quickly as possible. The XP you gain only propels you towards the next, and the next, and – you get the idea.