Balachko in Genshin Impact: How to Find and Defeat

IN Genshin Impact Balachko opponent is one of local legends Pyro region hiding in cave in the northwest Toyek Creek. Defeating this sneak attacking mini-boss will unlock three eponymous achievements from the Duelist: Series I collection.

In this guide, we'll look at how to find and defeat Balachko in Genshin Impact. Find out what attacks the enemy uses and how to assemble a squad to successfully complete the fight with the shadow assassin.

Achievements «Balachko»: how to open all and defeat pyro agent fatui

Battles with local legends Natlana, if all the conditions of the duel are strictly observed, lead to the opening of three achievements of the same name. For example, a clash with the master of blades Balachko can end with the following achievements:

• First achievement ( +5 source stones ): defeat Balachko;
• Second achievement ( +10 source stones ): during the "Shadow Blade" technique, when surrounded by projections, attack only the original Balachko;
• Third achievement ( +20 source stones ): during the "Shadow Blade" technique, manage to destroy three fake Balachko.

These achievements cannot be received simultaneously , as each of them opens in turn, replacing the previous one.

Where is "Balachko"

To begin the battle with the shadow assassin, reminiscent of the Fatui agent pyro, head deep into the cave adjacent to the dungeon " Sanctum of Rainbow Spirits " From the area with a group of local bandits, you need to turn left - in front of you there will be a passage leading to the mini-boss arena.

As soon as you step into the earthy clearing, the battle will start automatically . Make all preparations in advance, or go around the cave on the left side ( there is a safe climb there, which was where we were on our first visit precious chest And Pyroculus ).

If the entrance to the arena is closed, take a look at our separate guide — there we discussed in detail how to find two a key to something and open the cave with Balachko.

Fighting techniques "Balachko"

Shadow Assassin Balachko does not have a large number of attacks, but on the contrary - his techniques are maximally predictable and monotonous. Let's consider what to expect from the elite pyro agent of Fatui:

• "Ambush" at the beginning of the battle

As soon as you enter Balachko arena, his HP bar appears at the top of the screen, and after a couple of seconds, a series of 5 chaotic attacks begins, which will end with a powerful blow in the fall.

• Creating shadow projections

After the ambush, Balachko will go invisible and start chasing us, leaving a scarlet translucent projection behind with each hit - this will continue until there are 5 clones and the original left on the field. Each new shadow joins the targeted attacks, the direction of which can be tracked by red stripes on the ground At this stage, the clones attack With You with the original .

• Completing the creation of copies

When five clones are placed on the arena, Balachko will perform a single attack, immediately followed by the same synchronous attack, but from all fakes. Then the Shadow Blade tactic phase will begin.

• Attacks from the "circle of shadows"

After the previous stage, all projections are transferred to the edges of the arena, forming a circle, and then simultaneously aim at our character. The game warns that you need to figure out the original - its the blade in flight is enveloped in flames . If you knock down the HP of a real shadow, Balachko will remain motionless for the next 20 seconds .

The best squads

In the battle with the blade master it is worth take into account an important feature : you will have to neutralize one or more shadow projections very quickly. They are susceptible to attacks from almost all elements ( except pyro, dendro and physical attacks ), but the most effective will be hydro characters For the battle, the following combinations of units can be considered:

• A squad of epic characters

If you haven't yet acquired a hydro damager (for example, Nevillet or Kamisato Ayato ), a combination of Kaeya, Fischl, Xingqiu and Barbara will be suitable for the battle: the first three will be responsible for inflicting damage from reactions, and Barbara will help to heal in a timely manner and also finish off the HP of the copies with water attacks.

• Variants of packs with legendary heroes

MAIN-DD	SAB-DD	SUPPORT	HILL/ Noelle: Protector
Nevillette	Furina	Collei	Sidgvin
Wriothesley	Yelan	Shenhe	Zhongli
Clorinda	Nahida	Cookies	Baizhu
Kamisato Ayato	Raiden	Xingqiu	Sangonomiya Kokomi

Above are the variants of packs with heroes of legendary rarity. It is worth noting that these characters can be easily combine with each other .

Let's designate one an important nuance : it is better to take heroes whose attacks you can easily control. For example: during Balachko circular tactics, characters with catalysts can accidentally throw an attack at the wrong copy, which will immediately ruin your duel ( this is very important for getting the second or third achievements ).

How to defeat "Balachko"

Now let's take a look at some tips that will help you in your fight with the shadow master:

• Don't forget about food buffs , and if they run out during a fight, immediately go to your inventory and refresh the effects. In addition to the standard elemental damage or defense boosts, use I'm going to slow down the consumption of stamina - you will have to dodge often;

• Use hydro attacks to make the original "Balachko" visible. If you wet him, the silhouette of an enemy in invisibility will be colored in the color of the element . This makes it easier to control movement, but only until the assassin's first attack - then the effect wears off;

Notice in the video how Balachko is displayed under the hydro status:

• Avoid uncontrolled copycat attacks Balachko, to fulfill the conditions for receiving the second achievement: for example, conscription Furina's summons may accidentally destroy the fake , after which the battle will have to be restarted. Also be careful with homing attacks of characters with catalysts, who can throw an attack at the nearest, but not the correct target;

• Use stunning period to deal as much damage as possible (it's best to save your ultimates and other effective moves from your squad members for this). The enemy will be immobile for ~ 20 seconds ;

Try your best how to calculate as quickly as possible and immobilize the real enemy so as not to take damage from the surrounding shadows:

How long will it take for Balachko to be revived?

After defeating Balachko, the enemy will recover within 24 hours . Wait for a new day on the server, and then return to the battlefield - a scarlet projection of the enemy will be waiting in front of the entrance to the cave with the arena.