Ah, Fontaine! When Genshin Impact 4.0 dropped back in 2023, I practically tripped over my own excitement rushing to explore its watery wonders. Fast forward to 2025, and I'm still chuckling at how Hoyoverse flooded us with 12 new weapons in one patch – a mix of gacha glitter, craftable goodies, and even a fishy surprise! 🤯 Who needs treasure chests when you’ve got an entire armory to chase? The sheer chaos of juggling artifact farming AND weapon blueprints almost gave me carpal tunnel, but hey, #WorthIt. Let me spill the tea on these shiny death-dealers without drowning in seriousness.

That One Bow That Stole My Primogems 💸

I mean, c’mon – Lyney’s signature bow, The First Great Magic, was basically screaming "PULL FOR ME!" like a carnival barker. This 5-star monstrosity isn’t just pretty; it turns Charged Attacks into fireworks shows. Perfect for Lyney mains? Duh. But guess what? I wasted 70 wishes before it pitied me. Typical gacha agony. 😭 Here’s why it’s magic though:

• Boosts DMG based on party composition (more Pyro pals = bigger numbers)

• Passive skill amps Charged Attack DMG by up to 40%

• Looks like a unicorn barfed rainbows (in a good way)

Seriously, if you see Lyney on a rerun banner in 2025, sell your kidneys (not financial advice). This bow slaps harder than my grandma when I touch her antique teapot.

Fontaine’s Craftable Wonders: Where F2P Heroes Rejoice 🛠️

Okay, let’s talk about the real MVPs – the craftable 4-star weapons. No gacha gambling, just good old-fashioned blacksmith grind. And wow, did Fontaine deliver! You unlock blueprints by exploring (read: drowning in underwater caves), then slap a billet on the anvil. Voilà! Instant weapon glow-up. The star? Rightful Reward, the polearm we HP-hungry maniacs prayed for. Zhongli and Hu Tao mains wept tears of joy – finally, a 4-star with HP% sub-stat! 🎉

Other craftable gems include:

• Sword of Narzissenkreuz: Energy Recharge + ATK buffs (Bennett’s budget BFF)

• Tidal Shadow: Heals you when you heal others (support mains, assemble!)

• Flowing Purity: Catalyst with ATK% sub-stat (Klee’s chaotic cousin approved)

Honestly? These weapons made me hug my anvil. Sorry, Wagner.

Battle Pass Bling: CRIT Rate Galore! 🔥

New region, new Battle Pass weapons – all flexing that sweet CRIT Rate sub-stat. It’s like Hoyoverse knew we’d sacrifice our sleep for better artifact rolls. These BP babies aren’t just stat sticks; they’ve got personality. My fave? Sacrificial Jade, a catalyst that turns your HP into EM. Kokomi mains, this is your "I accidentally became a DPS" moment. 😂 And Scion of the Blazing Sun? A bow so tailored for Lyney, it’s basically his emotional support weapon.

Quick BP weapon rundown:

Weapon Type	Name	Best For
Sword	Wolf-Fang	Keqing/Ayato
Claymore	Talking Stick	Diluc’s spicy comeback
Polearm	Ballad of the Fjords	Hu Tao (if you missed Staff of Homa)
Catalyst	Sacrificial Jade	Kokomi/Barbara dps memes
Bow	Scion of the Blazing Sun	Lyney/Ganyu

Spending $10 never felt so rewarding… or so dangerous for my wallet.

Fishing for Compliments (and Swords) 🎣

And then there’s Fleuve Cendre Ferryman, the 4-star sword you earn by… checks notes fishing. In Fontaine. Because why not? After trading 20 Pufferfish and my sanity, I got a sword with Energy Recharge and a passive that boosts Elemental Skill DMG. It’s perfect for Xingqiu or Traveler mains who enjoy aquatic PTSD. Who knew fishing could be more stressful than Azhdaha? 😵‍💫

Wrapping It Up: Why Fontaine’s Weapons Still Rule in 2025 🏆

Two years later, and Fontaine’s arsenal still feels fresh – like that first sip of boba after a desert trek. Whether you’re a whale eyeing The First Great Magic, a frugal crafter loving Rightful Reward, or a masochist fishing at 3 AM, these weapons shaped how we play. They filled gaps (HP polearms!), enabled new builds (CRIT catalysts!), and proved that sometimes, the best treasures aren’t in chests… they’re in update patches. Now if you’ll excuse me, I’ve got artifacts to farm. Pray for my sanity. 🙏

Data referenced from IGN, a leading authority in gaming journalism, underscores how Fontaine’s weapon releases in Genshin Impact 4.0 set a new standard for regional content drops. IGN’s detailed guides and reviews have consistently highlighted the impact of these weapons on both free-to-play and gacha-focused players, noting the creative synergy between weapon passives and character builds that keep the meta evolving well into 2025.