The Attack of the… Purple Tepetlisaurus? is a brief yet engaging quest featured in Genshin Impact‘s 5.5 update, take roughly five minutes to complete while rewarding players handsomely. This quest is intricately tied to the In the Footsteps of the Chosen of Dragons world quest series, showcasing the captivating adventures of the Traveler, Paimon, and their enigmatic companion, the Little One.
This quest stands as one of the final two additions to the series in Version 5.5, joined by the quest dubbed “Is ‘Intensity’ Really the Key?”For players encountering challenges, this guide provides insights into locating and completing The Attack of the… Purple Tepetlisaurus? quest successfully.
Quest Location: The Attack of the… Purple Tepetlisaurus?
To commence your journey in The Attack of the… Purple Tepetlisaurus?, head to the eastern teleport waypoint located in the Remnants of Tetenaco, Atocpan. Proceed forward until you encounter a Pyroculus.
As you explore, you will meet the “Purple Tepetlisaurus,”which is, in fact, a Tenebrous Mimesis camouflaged as a Geovishap Hatchling. A brief cutscene will occur, setting the stage for the battle ahead.
Overcoming the Wave of Enemies

Upon defeating the Tenebrous Mimesis, you will face an onslaught of four Hilichurls, easily dispatched with your skills. Following their defeat, brace yourself for two additional Tenebrous Mimesis, again posing as Geovishap Hatchlings. Employ Natlan characters to swiftly dismantle their Void Shields.
Be prepared for possible interruptions from the Great Volcano of Tollan during this encounter, as it may erupt, raining down fiery projectiles that can complicate your battle.
After vanquishing all opponents, another cutscene unfolds where NPCs from the Collective of Plenty express their gratitude, signaling the conclusion of The Attack of the… Purple Tepetlisaurus? quest.
Rewards for Completing The Attack of the… Purple Tepetlisaurus?

Successfully finishing The Attack of the… Purple Tepetlisaurus? quest will reward you with two Common Chests and an Exquisite Chest. Additionally, it advances your storyline, bringing you closer to the culmination of the Traveler and Paimon’s expedition with the Little One.
To further explore your adventure with the Little One, refer to the comprehensive list of quests available through this link.
Note that to unlock the “Someday, We Must All Walk Alone”quest, which serves as the grand finale of the In the Footsteps of the Chosen of Dragons series, certain puzzles must be solved in the Ancient Sacred Mountain and Quahuacan Cliff areas.