Iluga Materials Guide in Genshin Impact 6.3 (June 2026)

Iluga is the upcoming 4-star Geo off-field sub-DPS and support character arriving in Genshin Impact Version 6.3 (Luna IV), expected to release on January 14, 2026. As the second playable Lightkeeper faction character after Flins, Iluga brings unique Geo support capabilities that will require specific materials for full ascension and talent development. This comprehensive guide reveals all leaked materials needed to build Iluga completely, including farming locations, pre-farming strategies, and expert tips to prepare you for his release.

Quick Reference: Iluga Materials Overview

Material Type	Total Needed	Farming Location	Availability
Prithiva Topaz Series	1 Sliver, 9 Fragments, 9 Chunks, 6 Gemstones	Geo Bosses	Available Now
Pine Amber	168	Luna IV New Map	Post-Release
Drive Shaft Materials	18 Broken, 30 Reinforced, 36 Precision	Landcruisers (Nod-Krai)	Available Now
Cyclic Military Kuuvahki Core	46	Super-Heavy Landrover Boss	Available Now
Talent Books (Elysium)	9 Teachings, 63 Guides, 114 Philosophies	Lightless Capital Domain	Available Now
Eroded Horn	18	Lord of Eroded Primal Fire	Available Now
Crown of Insight	3	Events/Offerings	Limited Events
Mora	5,377,500	Various	Available Now
Hero’s Wit	419	Various	Available Now

Understanding Iluga’s Role and Material Requirements

Iluga represents a significant addition to the Geo character roster as a specialized off-field sub-DPS with support capabilities. His leaked kit suggests he focuses on Elemental Mastery-scaling buffs and Geo damage application, similar to Lunar Crystallization mechanics. This means players will want to prioritize materials that enhance his support capabilities while maintaining decent personal damage output.

Why Pre-Farming Matters:

• Immediate character usability upon release
• Avoid resource competition with other players
• Take advantage of current resin efficiency
• Prepare for potential material shortages in early update phases

Complete Iluga Ascension Materials Breakdown

Level 1-90 Ascension Requirements

To fully ascend Iluga to level 90, you’ll need the following materials:

Prithiva Topaz Series (Geo Gemstones):

• 1x Prithiva Topaz Sliver
• 9x Prithiva Topaz Fragment
• 9x Prithiva Topaz Chunk
• 6x Prithiva Topaz Gemstone

Local Specialty:

• 168x Pine Amber (New material in Luna IV)

Enemy Drops:

• 18x Broken Drive Shaft
• 30x Reinforced Drive Shaft
• 36x Precision Drive Shaft

Boss Material:

• 46x Cyclic Military Kuuvahki Core

Currency:

• 420,000 Mora

Ascension Materials Per Level

Ascension Level	Materials Required
Level 20	1x Prithiva Topaz Sliver, 3x Pine Amber, 3x Broken Drive Shaft
Level 40	3x Prithiva Topaz Fragment, 2x Cyclic Military Kuuvahki Core, 10x Pine Amber, 15x Broken Drive Shaft
Level 50	6x Prithiva Topaz Fragment, 4x Cyclic Military Kuuvahki Core, 20x Pine Amber, 12x Reinforced Drive Shaft
Level 60	3x Prithiva Topaz Chunk, 8x Cyclic Military Kuuvahki Core, 30x Pine Amber, 18x Reinforced Drive Shaft
Level 70	6x Prithiva Topaz Chunk, 12x Cyclic Military Kuuvahki Core, 45x Pine Amber, 12x Precision Drive Shaft
Level 80	6x Prithiva Topaz Gemstone, 20x Cyclic Military Kuuvahki Core, 60x Pine Amber, 24x Precision Drive Shaft

Complete Iluga Talent Materials Breakdown

Talent Level-Up Requirements

For maximizing all three of Iluga’s talents, you’ll need:

Talent Books (Elysium Series):

• 9x Teachings of Elysium
• 63x Guide to Elysium
• 114x Philosophies of Elysium

Weekly Boss Material:

• 18x Eroded Horn

Enhancement Materials:

• 18x Broken Drive Shaft
• 66x Reinforced Drive Shaft
• 93x Precision Drive Shaft

Special Materials:

• 3x Crown of Insight

Currency:

• 4,957,500 Mora

Talent Materials Per Talent Level

Talent Level	Materials Required (Per Talent)
Level 2	3x Teachings of Elysium, 6x Broken Drive Shaft
Level 3	2x Guide to Elysium, 3x Reinforced Drive Shaft
Level 4	4x Guide to Elysium, 4x Reinforced Drive Shaft
Level 5	6x Guide to Elysium, 6x Reinforced Drive Shaft
Level 6	9x Guide to Elysium, 9x Reinforced Drive Shaft
Level 7	4x Philosophies of Elysium, 4x Precision Drive Shaft, 1x Eroded Horn
Level 8	6x Philosophies of Elysium, 6x Precision Drive Shaft, 1x Eroded Horn
Level 9	12x Philosophies of Elysium, 9x Precision Drive Shaft, 2x Eroded Horn
Level 10	16x Philosophies of Elysium, 12x Precision Drive Shaft, 2x Eroded Horn, 1x Crown of Insight

Farming Locations and Strategies

Prithiva Topaz Gemstones

Best Farming Sources:

• Geo Hypostasis (Mondstadt) – Most efficient for beginners
• Golden Wolflord (Inazuma) – Good drop rates, higher difficulty
• Primo Geovishap (Liyue) – Balanced difficulty and rewards
• Azhdaha (Liyue Weekly Boss) – Guaranteed gemstone drops

Pro Tip: Farm these during Geo bonus events for increased drop rates. Save your original resin for these bosses when they appear as weekly bosses or domain bonuses.

Drive Shaft Materials (Broken, Reinforced, Precision)

Optimal Farming Route:

1. Landcruisers in Nod-Krai – Primary source for all Drive Shaft materials
2. Use Adventurer’s Handbook – Track Landcruiser locations efficiently
3. Focus on higher-level enemies – Better drop rates for upgraded materials

Farming Strategy:

• Start with lower-level areas for Broken Drive Shafts
• Progress to medium-level areas for Reinforced Drive Shafts
• Target high-level Landcruisers for Precision Drive Shafts
• Consider using characters with AoE abilities for efficient clearing

Cyclic Military Kuuvahki Core

Boss Location: Kuuvahki Experimental Design Bureau (Paha Isle underground)

Access Method:

1. Teleport to the closest waypoint in Paha Isle
2. Follow the underground path to the boss room
3. Challenge the Super-Heavy Landrover: Mechanized Fortress

Battle Tips:

• Bring Geo characters for resonance and shield breaking
• Use bow/catalyst users for consistent damage
• Avoid staying too close to minimize heavy damage
• This boss was introduced in Version 6.2, so practice is available now

Talent Books: Elysium Series

Domain: Lightless Capital (Lempo Isle)

Farming Schedule:

• Available Days: Tuesday, Friday, Sunday
• Recommended Team: High DPS characters for quick clears
• Resin Efficiency: 20 resin per run, 2-3 books per run on average

Note: There was some confusion in early leaks about these being called “Moonlight” books, but multiple reliable sources now confirm they are “Elysium” books, consistent with the Lightkeeper faction theme.

Eroded Horn

Source: Lord of Eroded Primal Fire (Weekly Boss)

Location: Natlan Trounce Domain

Battle Strategy:

• Bring Natlan Characters – Nightsoul ATK abilities speed up shield-breaking
• Include Shielders – Helps with non-Void Ward damage
• Watch Safe Zones – Arena splits can cause 80% HP loss if positioned incorrectly
• RNG Consideration – May take multiple weeks due to random drop system

Weekly Planning: Farm this consistently once Iluga’s release is confirmed, as it’s the most time-gated material.

Pine Amber (Post-Release Only)

Status: New local specialty in Luna IV update Location: New map areas in Luna IV expansion Strategy: Cannot be pre-farmed; plan to farm intensively during first week of release

Pre-Farming Timeline and Priority Strategy

Phase 1: Immediate Farming (Available Now)

High Priority (Start Immediately):

• Prithiva Topaz Series – Farm during Geo bonus events
• Drive Shaft Materials – Focus on Landcruisers in Nod-Krai
• Cyclic Military Kuuvahki Core – Weekly boss farming
• Mora and Hero’s Wit – General resource accumulation

Weekly Farming Schedule:

• Monday/Wednesday/Saturday: Talent domains (other characters)
• Tuesday/Friday/Sunday: Elysium books (if confirmed early)
• Weekly Reset: Cyclic Military Kuuvahki Core + Eroded Horn
• Daily: Landcruisers for Drive Shafts + Mora farming

Phase 2: Release Confirmation (1-2 Months Before)

Medium Priority:

• Eroded Horn – Intensify weekly boss farming
• Crown of Insight – Participate in all flagship events
• Finalize Drive Shaft counts – Complete remaining requirements

Phase 3: Launch Week (Pine Amber Focus)

Launch Priority:

• Pine Amber – Intensive farming in new areas
• Final material assembly – Complete any remaining shortages
• Immediate ascension – Level Iluga as materials are acquired

Cost-Benefit Analysis: Pre-Farming vs. Waiting

Advantages of Pre-Farming

Immediate Benefits:

• Day 1 Maximum Power – Use Iluga at full potential immediately
• Avoid Resource Competition – No competition for farming spots
• Resin Efficiency – Current resin usage isn’t competing with new content
• Event Participation – Fully built character for launch events

Strategic Advantages:

• Meta Testing – Early access to test team compositions
• Resource Planning – Better management of overall resources
• Flexibility – Freedom to focus on other content at launch

Risks and Considerations

Potential Issues:

• Leak Reliability – All information is based on leaks, subject to change
• Material Changes – HoYoverse may adjust requirements before release
• Release Delays – Version timing may shift
• Character Changes – Kit adjustments could affect build priorities

Mitigation Strategies:

• Diversify Farming – Focus on generally useful materials (Mora, XP books)
• Stay Updated – Monitor official channels for changes
• Flexible Planning – Keep some resources uncommitted until official confirmation

Team Building and Material Priority Considerations

Understanding Iluga’s Role

Based on leaked information, Iluga functions as:

• Geo Off-Field DPS – Provides consistent Geo damage
• Support Capabilities – Elemental Mastery scaling for team buffs
• Energy Generation – Likely provides particle generation for team

Team Composition Impact on Materials

Priority Talent Considerations:

1. Elemental Skill – Primary source of off-field damage and effects
2. Elemental Burst – Major damage and support capabilities
3. Normal Attack – Lowest priority unless specific build requirements

Resource Allocation Strategy:

• Main DPS Focus: Maximize Skill and Burst first
• Support Focus: Prioritize Burst, then Skill
• Hybrid Build: Balanced approach with slight Skill priority

Material Verification and Leak Reliability

Source Analysis

Primary Leak Sources:

• Hiragara Leaks – Reliable history with character materials
• HomDGCat – Known for accurate kit information
• Beta Test Information – Subject to change but generally reliable

Reliability Assessment:

• Material Quantities: High confidence (consistent across sources)
• Farming Locations: Medium confidence (may adjust with map changes)
• Talent Books: Resolved discrepancy (Elysium confirmed over Moonlight)
• Release Timing: Medium confidence (version schedules can shift)

Official Verification Status

Current Official Status:

• Iluga exists as a mentioned character in lore
• Lightkeeper faction is established in current content
• No official confirmation of playable status
• Version 6.3/Luna IV not officially announced

Recommendation: Treat all information as preliminary but reliable based on leak source track records.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Farming Errors

Don’t:

• Farm incorrect talent books (Moonlight vs Elysium confusion)
• Neglect Mora and Hero’s Wit accumulation
• Over-farm low-tier materials before needing them
• Ignore weekly boss materials until last minute

Do:

• Verify information from multiple sources
• Maintain balanced resource accumulation
• Plan for potential material requirement changes
• Stay flexible with farming priorities

Resource Management Mistakes

Pitfalls to Avoid:

• Over-commitment – Don’t exhaust all resources on unconfirmed content
• Poor Timing – Balance pre-farming with current content needs
• Neglecting Other Characters – Don’t sacrifice existing character progress
• Resin Mismanagement – Maintain efficient resin usage across all needs

Community Resources and Official Channels

Official Sources

Genshin Impact Official Website:

• genshin.hoyoverse.com – Official announcements and news
• Value: Primary source for confirmed information and release dates

HoYoLAB Community:

• Value: Developer insights, official events, community discussions
• Best For: Official confirmation of leaked information

Official Social Media:

• Twitter: @GenshinImpact – Real-time announcements
• Facebook: Genshin Impact – Community events and news
• YouTube: Genshin Impact – Special programs and trailers

Community Resources

Reddit Communities:

• r/Genshin_Impact: Main community for discussions
• r/Genshin_Impact_Leaks: Leak-specific discussions (verify information carefully)
• Value: Player experiences, strategies, and leak discussions

Discord Communities:

• Official Genshin Impact Discord: Developer interactions and official news
• Community Servers: Real-time discussions and theorycrafting
• Value: Immediate community feedback and strategy sharing

Game Wikis:

• Genshin Impact Fandom Wiki: Comprehensive information database
• Game8 Genshin Impact: Strategy guides and character information
• Value: Reference material and verification of information

Frequently Asked Questions

When will Iluga be officially released?

Iluga is expected to be released in Genshin Impact Version 6.3, also known as Luna IV, which is currently projected for January 14, 2026. However, this date is based on version schedule patterns and has not been officially confirmed by HoYoverse. Always check official channels for confirmed release dates.

Are the leaked material requirements reliable?

The material requirements come from multiple reliable leak sources with strong track records, including Hiragara Leaks and HomDGCat. While the information is highly likely to be accurate, all leaked content is subject to change by HoYoverse before official release. It’s recommended to stay flexible with your farming plans.

What’s the difference between Elysium and Moonlight books?

Early leaks contained some confusion about whether Iluga’s talent books would be “Moonlight” or “Elysium” series. Multiple reliable sources now confirm they are “Elysium” books, which aligns with the Lightkeeper faction theme. Farm for Elysium books from the Lightless Capital domain on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Sundays.

Can I pre-farm Pine Amber?

No, Pine Amber is a new local specialty that will be introduced in the Luna IV update with the new map expansion. This material cannot be pre-farmed and will only be available after the version releases. Plan to farm it intensively during the first week of the update.

How many Crowns of Insight do I need for Iluga?

You’ll need 3 Crowns of Insight to maximize all three of Iluga’s talents. These are limited resources obtained from flagship events, special offering systems, and seasonal activities. Start collecting them from current events if you plan to fully maximize Iluga.

Is it worth pre-farming materials for a leaked character?

Pre-farming can be beneficial if you’re confident in pulling for Iluga and want to use him immediately at full power. However, there’s always a risk that requirements could change or the character could be delayed. A balanced approach is to farm generally useful materials (Mora, XP books, common ascension materials) while being more conservative with character-specific items.

What teams will Iluga work well in?

Based on leaked information about his Geo off-field support capabilities, Iluga will likely work well in Geo resonance teams, crystallize teams, and as a support for main DPS characters who benefit from consistent Geo application and Elemental Mastery buffs. His exact team synergies will become clearer when his full kit is officially revealed.

How does Iluga compare to other Geo characters?

Iluga appears to fill a unique niche as a Geo off-field sub-DPS with support capabilities, differentiating him from characters like Zhongli (shield support), Itto (main DPS), and Albedo (off-field DPS). His specific role in the Geo ecosystem will depend on his final kit balance and numbers.

Conclusion and Next Steps

Iluga represents an exciting addition to Genshin Impact’s Geo character roster, bringing unique off-field support capabilities to the Lightkeeper faction. While all current information is based on leaks, the consistency across multiple reliable sources suggests these material requirements are likely accurate.

Recommended Action Plan:

1. Start with universally useful materials (Mora, Hero’s Wit, common ascension materials)
2. Begin farming confirmed items (Prithiva Topaz, Drive Shafts, Cyclic Military Kuuvahki Core)
3. Monitor official channels for confirmation and potential changes
4. Adjust farming priorities based on official announcements
5. Prepare for launch week with a focused Pine Amber farming plan

By following this comprehensive pre-farming strategy, you’ll be well-positioned to fully build Iluga immediately upon his release, allowing you to explore his unique capabilities and integrate him into your team compositions from day one.

Stay Updated: Bookmark this guide and check back regularly for updates as more information becomes available. Join the official Genshin Impact Discord and follow official social media channels for the latest news and confirmations about Iluga and Version 6.3.