A Dance of Snowy Tides and Hoarfrost Groves

Song of the Welkin Moon: Act I
Quick summary

This is where the moon rises — an "elysium" for adventurers.The moon's radiance is distant, the snow-ashen groves are lush, and secrets echo throughout the land like an ancient song.Go forth now and listen to the melody beneath the moonlight.

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Attributes

Name: A Dance of Snowy Tides and Hoarfrost Groves · Quest Series: Song of the Welkin Moon: Act I · Region: Nod-Krai · Version Released: Luna I

Quest Chain

1. Where the Moon Rises · 2. Reunion Beneath the Moonlight · 3. In the Shadows of Night · 4. Sequel: Elegy of Dust and Lamplight

Additional Information

Quick Start FunctionAfter reaching Adventure Rank 28 and completing the Archon Quest Chapter I: Act III "A New Star Approaches," players can use the "Quick Start" function to begin the Archon Quest "A Dance of Snowy Tides and Hoarfrost Groves" directly without affecting previous quests or the rewards obtained upon completing them. There will be some differences in the experience of this quest when using Quick Start to begin the quest. For best experience from this quest, complete the following Archon Quests: Limited-Time EventAvailability: Until Version Luna IIPlayers who complete the newest Archon Quest within the Event duration will be able to obtain an additional Limited-Time reward. The Event Page: A Dance of Snowy Tides and Hoarfrost Groves will disappear after the end of Version Luna I.Insight RewardCharacter Invitation: AinoAvailability: PermanentPlayers will be able to invite 4* character Aino (Hydro) while progressing through the Act. After completing "Ask Aino about your spaceship" Quest Objective of , players will automatically receive her and Event Page: The Clink Clank Whiz-Kid! will disappear.A small but ingenious mind filled with an endless stream of novel ideas, just as the Clink-Clank Krumkake Craftshop is filled with the endless clamor of work.Much like adventuring, the first step in inventing machines is to get moving!As for the second step... "Ineffa, pleaaase! I'm tireeedddd! I need krumkakes to continueeee!"Reward

Media

Story Teasers & TrailersVersion "Luna I" "A Dance of Snowy Tides and Hoarfrost Groves" TrailerAugust 29, 2025Wayfarer who has traveled the world, perhaps this is your first time here.Enjoy the wine and revelry beneath the gentle moon's gaze.But beware too, of the spirits and lies, and the cold moon's pallid rays.YouTube: Cutscene Animation: "Truth Woven in Moonlight"September 16, 2025False reunions are born under a fictitious sky, but the first step toward the truth is to see through the illusion.The world still prepares a path to reality for those who seek the truth, even if it is paved with thorns.YouTube: NoticesNew Story Unlocked - "Song of the Welkin Moon": Act I and Act IISeptember 08, 2025New Story Unlocked - "Song of the Welkin Moon": Act I and Act IIThis is where the moon rises — an "elysium" for adventurers.The moon's radiance is distant, the snow-ashen groves are lush, and secrets echo throughout the land like an ancient song.Go forth now and listen to the melody beneath the moonlight.Availability: Permanently available after Version Luna I updateAfter reaching the corresponding Adventure Rank and completing the prerequisite quests, the Archon Quests Song of the Welkin Moon: Act I — "A Dance of Snowy Tides and Hoarfrost Groves" and Act II — "Elegy of Dust and Lamplight" will appear in the Quest Menu.Version Luna I - Quest Notices CompilationSeptember 08, 2025Complete the corresponding Archon Quest within the specified duration to obtain Primogems, Character Ascension Materials, Character Level-Up Materials, Nod-Krai regional specialties, and other rewards.

FAQ

How do I unlock A Dance of Snowy Tides and Hoarfrost Groves?

See the "Quest Information" block above — unlock condition and quest chain per the official source.

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