Onikabuto is one of the Local Specialties available inGenshin Impact. When the Electro Region was first released, Onikabuto served little use in the game. However, after the release of Arataki Itto inGenshin Impact2.3, Travelers may need to scavenge the map to ascend their Itto. At the moment, there are around 80 Onikabuto available in the open world.
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Although this creature is marked as a living being, Onikabuto will not flee when a character approaches it. This is a contrast when compared to other animals, like Crystalfly.
Onikabuto Locations in Genshin Impact
Onikabuto can be found on trees orareas with high Electro concentrations. It’s also often found in underground areas like caves. This little purple bug can be found in four islands of Inazuma:Narukami, Kannazuka, Yashiori, and Seirai Island.
Narukami Island
In Narukami Island, players can either find Onikabuto aroundGrand Narukami Shrine or underneath Inazuma City. There’s alarge secret cave under the Tenshukakuwhere players can find six Onikabuto in one area.
There are several entrances to this cave. One of them is located near the Teleport Waypoint.
But if players wish to find the Onikabuto cave easier, then they can opt for the entrance south of the island.
Next, walk to the marked spot and find a tiny cave inside the large cave. The Onikabuto can be found right inside.
Kannazuka Island
On Kannazuka, Onikabuto are mostly located aroundTatarasuna. A lot of them are centered around theMikage Furnace, a device that contains the power of Tatarigami.
Yashiori Island
On Yashiori Island, Onikabuto are spread throughout the area. There’s no spot where Travelers can find several bugs near each other.
Seirai Island
Lastly,on Seirai Island, Onikabuto can be found on thewestside of Amakumo Peak. People can simply walk along the shore to collect six of these creatures.
What Is Onikabuto Used For In Genshin Impact?
Onikabuto are the core material forElectro Treasure Compass. This gadget will assist players infinding chests throughout the Electro Region. To get the Blueprint for this gadget, players have to reachLevel 9 in Inazuma Reputation Level. Then, they can visit the blacksmith to forge the gadget. In total, it’ll cost:
This item is permanent (non-consumable), so Travelers don’t have to worry about losing it after multiple uses.
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Other than for Electro Treasure Compass, inGenshin Impact2.3, Onikabuto are also used to ascendArataki Itto. In total, Travelers require 168 Onikabuto to fully upgrade him. Here’s the breakdown for each ascension:
Genshin Impactis now available on Mobile, PC, PS4, and PS5. A Switch version is in development.
