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Oct 23, 2025
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Introduction: The Glittering Dilemma of Stardust
Welcome, fellow Travelers, to the land of Teyvat! As you explore the vast world, complete domains, and defeat formidable bosses, you accumulate precious resources. Among the most frequently earned, yet often puzzlingly spent, is Stardust (obtained primarily through the Paimon's Bargains shop via Acquaint Fates and Intertwined Fates). Stardust isn't Primogems—it doesn't directly buy wishes—but it's a currency with immense long-term value.
The question that plagues nearly every player, from AR 10 to AR 55, is: "What exactly should I spend my hard-earned Stardust on?" Should you hoard it? Should you grab that shiny Fate? Or are there hidden gems in Paimon’s shop that offer better value? This comprehensive 0 will break down every facet of Stardust spending, ensuring you maximize every speck of astral dust.
Understanding Stardust vs. Starglitter
Before diving into the optimal spending strategy, let’s clear up a common confusion: Stardust versus Starglitter.
Stardust (Purple): Earned primarily through the standard Wish system when pulling duplicates of 4-star characters or weapons. It is relatively abundant, especially early on.
Starglitter (Gold): Earned through the same mechanism but is the rarer currency. Starglitter is generally considered the more valuable currency because it refreshes faster and is needed for the premium items in Paimon’s Bargains.
For the scope of this guide, we are focusing exclusively on Stardust (Purple), which is used for purchasing Acquaint Fates and certain materials in the rotating shop inventory.
The Core Decision: Acquaint Fates vs. Materials
The Paimon’s Bargains shop structure offers two main categories for Stardust spending: the permanent purchase of Acquaint Fates (Blue Fates) and the rotating inventory of materials. Your decision should almost always hinge on prioritizing the Fates, especially for newer players.
1. Acquaint Fates: The Foundation of Your Roster
Acquaint Fates are used exclusively on the Standard Banner. While the Standard Banner doesn't feature limited 5-stars, it is the only source for obtaining certain standard 5-star characters (like Jean, Diluc, Mona, Qiqi, Tighnari, Dehya) and standard 5-star weapons (like the Skyward series, Wolf's Gravestone). Crucially, it’s also the source of your early 4-star constellation upgrades.
Why Buy Acquaint Fates with Stardust?
The exchange rate is 5 Stardust for 1 Acquaint Fate. This is a fixed, reliable way to gain pulls that you would otherwise have to wait for through in-game rewards.
The Stardust Value Proposition:
Guaranteed Pulls: Every Stardust you spend on a Fate translates directly into a chance at a new character or constellation.
Long-Term Investment: Unlike transient materials, Fates are investments in your permanent roster potential.
Verdict for Newer Players (AR < 45): Buy every single Acquaint Fate available every month. The early influx of standard 4-stars and potential early 5-star pity boosts are invaluable for team building when resources are scarce.
Verdict for Established Players (AR > 50): This is where nuance comes in. If you already have constellations for your most frequently used standard 4-stars (e.g., C6 Fischl, C6 Xiangling) and are content with your standard 5-stars, you might pause buying Fates, saving Stardust for essential rotating materials.
2. The Rotating Shop Inventory: High-Value Utility Items
Paimon’s Bargains refreshes its rotating stock twice a month (usually on the 1st and 16th). These items are where expert Stardust management truly shines. The items generally fall into three categories: Mora/Hero’s Wit, Enhancement Ores, and Weapon Ascension Materials.
A. Essential Daily/Weekly Resources (High Priority)
These items, while seemingly mundane, save you significant Resin and time over the long run.
Hero’s Wit (EXP Books)
Cost: 5 Stardust per book (Limit 100 per month).
Value Assessment: Hero’s Wit is necessary for leveling any new character you pull. While you earn them passively from Ley Lines, purchasing them directly saves you 20 Resin per book (equivalent to 20 Resin for 5 Stardust).
Recommendation: Buy all 100 Hero’s Wits monthly. This is the best use of excess Stardust once you are done buying Fates, as it ensures you can instantly power-level any character you receive from wishes.
Mystic Enhancement Ore
Cost: 10 Stardust per 10 Ores (Limit 600 per month).
Value Assessment: Enhancement Ores are the backbone of weapon leveling. Farming the higher-level Mystic Ores via Crystal Ore routes takes significant time and stamina management.
Recommendation: Buy all 600 Mystic Enhancement Ores monthly. The Resin saved by not farming Weapon Ascension Domains is better spent on Artifact Domains or Talent Books.
Mora
Cost: 1000 Mora for 10 Stardust (Limit 6000 per month).
Value Assessment: Mora is the ultimate sink in Genshin Impact. Leveling characters, talents, and weapons consumes astronomical amounts.
Recommendation: Buy the Mora only if you are critically low. Generally, Mora can be farmed reasonably well through events and Resin expenditure elsewhere. Only prioritize Mora if you are saving up for a major talent upgrade and are short on cash.
B. Weapon Ascension Materials (Medium Priority)
The rotating shop often features materials needed to ascend 4-star weapons. These materials are specific to the region they drop in (e.g., Luminous Sands from Inazuma domains).
The Strategy:
1. Identify Your Needs: Check which 4-star weapons you are currently using or planning to use (e.g., Sacrificial series, Favonius series, or specific DPS weapons like the Amenoma Kageuchi).
2. Check Ascension Requirements: Ascending a weapon requires several tiers of these materials.
3. Targeted Purchase: Only buy these materials if:
You are stuck at an ascension level because you lack the regional drop.
You have exhausted all available Resin farming time for that specific domain that week.
Crucial Warning: Do not buy weapon ascension materials "just in case." They take up valuable Stardust that could be used on Fates or EXP books. Wait until you actively need them for an ascension milestone.
C. Other Niche Items (Low Priority)
Occasionally, the shop might feature things like Character Ascension Materials (like Slime Condensate or Chaos Devices).
Recommendation: Avoid these entirely. Character ascension materials should always be farmed using Resin directly when you decide to level a character. They offer terrible Stardust value compared to Fates or Ores.
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