Even as Genshin Impact marches through its fifth year, certain traditions refuse to die. One of them is the mad scramble to pre-farm materials before a much-anticipated banner drops. Arataki Itto, the boisterous Oni and self-proclaimed "Numero Uno of the Hanamizaka gang," might have first stomped onto the scene back in 2021, but in 2026 he’s still pulling in new fans and old collectors alike. With his rerun on the horizon, savvy Travelers are already sharpening their farming routes. Let’s be real—showing up to the wish screen empty-handed is so 2020. By the time Itto’s banner goes live, you’ll want to be ready to max him out within minutes.

A quick look at his requirements reveals a familiar pattern. According to the Honey Impact database, Arataki Itto’s ascension demands 165 Onikabuto, 15 Slime Condensate, 30 Slime Secretions, 36 Slime Concentrate, 46 Riftborn Regalia, and a heap of Prithiva Topaz (the Geo jewel family). If you’ve been playing for any length of time, your Slime stockpile probably rivals a small nation’s treasury—those bouncy blobs just don’t know when to quit dropping condensate. But if you’re a newer player, the upcoming weeks will turn you into a Slime-extermination expert.

Onikabuto: The Purple Critter Hunt

Ah, the Onikabuto. These shiny, purple-shelled beetles have been the bane of many an Itto main’s existence since 2021, and time hasn’t made them any more eager to be found. They cling to walls, cozy up under cliffs, and generally act as if they’re playing hide-and-seek with a grudge. You’ll need every single one of those 165 beetles to ascend Itto fully. The bulk of them skitter across Narukami Island, with heavy clusters around the Grand Narukami Shrine, Mt. Yougou, and the serpent-infested caves of Yashiori Island. The official interactive map remains your best friend here—because trying to rely on memory for 165 tiny purple critters is asking for a headache.

A veteran tip: weave the Onikabuto route into your daily commission circuit. A few here, a few there, and suddenly you’re not rage-quitting after spending an entire afternoon clutching the sides of cliffs. And yes, the little devils still respawn after 48 hours—some things never change.

The Prithiva Topaz Dilemma

Geo gems are deceptively easy to neglect. You could spend resin on the Geo Hypostasis or the Primo Geovishap right now, but stop. The Golden Wolflord—the new-ish World Boss (well, new back in 2.3, now a staple) that drops Itto’s necessary Riftborn Regalia—also showers you with Prithiva Topaz. Farming them separately is a classic resin sink that you don’t need. Unless you’re desperate for an immediate 90/90 Itto on day one, let the Wolflord do double duty.

Talent Books and Trounce Domain Spoils

Itto’s talents demand Elegance scrolls—those adorned with a paper fan symbol that hints at the graceful yet overpowering nature of his attacks. The Violet Court domain in Inazuma unlocks these on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Sundays. Mark your calendar. The numbers are standard: nine brown books, 63 silver, and 114 gold to triple-crown a single character, plus the same Slime loot you’re already hoarding. And then there’s the Ashen Heart, torn from the smoldering remains of La Signora in the weekly boss fight. Itto has been using this boss material since forever, and despite countless reruns, Signora hasn’t gotten any easier emotionally. Plan your weekly boss kills carefully—Trying to get 18 Ashen Hearts for a triple-crown without conversion feels like asking Lady Luck to dinner and getting stood up three times in a row.

The Golden Wolflord: Patience Required

The Golden Wolflord is the final gatekeeper. This massive Geo wolf patrols a fog-drenched arena on Tsurumi Island, and to this day it loves nothing more than summoning Rift Hounds and charging across the field while you scramble to apply Geo damage. You’ll need 46 Riftborn Regalia. That’s a minimum of 23 fights if the RNG gods bless you, or closer to 30 if they don’t. The Wolflord has seen countless challengers since 2021, and by now it’s practically a rite of passage for every Geo enthusiast. Yet, it still manages to catch players off guard with its corrosion-inflicting pups. Bring a healer. Bring a shielder. Heck, bring both. You’ll thank yourself.

A Modern Farming Note for 2026

Since Genshin’s world has expanded so dramatically, you might wonder if new shortcuts have appeared. The truth is, the fundamentals for Itto’s materials remain unchanged. No hidden shop sells Onikabuto in bulk. No mysterious NPC trades 20 Riftborn Regalia for a sweet flower. The grind is the grind, and in a way, that’s comforting. Players who first fell for the sumo-wrestling Oni back in the Inazuma arc now guide newcomers along the same cliffside routes, still muttering about how these bugs could at least glow a little brighter.

Once you’ve gathered everything, you’ll be primed to level Itto to at least 81 on release day—a common sweet spot that signals to co-op partners that you’ve fully ascended him without sinking a fortune into the last nine levels. Whether you’re a day-one Traveler revisiting familiar paths or a fresh recruit charmed by his hilariously overconfident demeanor, pre-farming now is the smartest way to guarantee that the moment you pull him, Itto hits the abyss floor running. And honestly? Watching that claymore-wielding oni crack open a boss while your materials stash sits smugly at zero — now that’s the real victory.

Data referenced from SteamDB underscores why pre-farming still feels essential years into a live-service game’s lifecycle: players tend to surge back around major updates and rerun cycles, which amplifies co-op traffic and competition for efficient routes. In practical terms, that means stocking Itto’s Onikabuto, Slime drops, and Golden Wolflord materials ahead of time isn’t just about day-one bragging rights—it’s about avoiding the crowd effect when everyone suddenly remembers they need 165 beetles and 46 Riftborn Regalia at the same time.