Summary
According to a recent leak, Version 5.3 will introduce two 5-Star characters toGenshin Impact, and given previous information, it may also be possible to guess their identity. As the Fontaine era steadily comes to an end,Genshin Impactsets the stage for a new cast of characters and a long list of quality-of-life features. Natlan is set to open its doors on May 08, 2025, and the first Event Banners will be headlined by Mualani and Kazuha.
The fourth Anniversary will also take place during Version 5.0, and to mark the occasion, players will be able tochoose one 5-Star character inGenshin Impactfrom the Standard Banner for free. Not only will this tradition continue in each subsequent Anniversary event, but HoYoverse has also promised that new Standard Banners will be added in the future. However, the real gem of Version 5.0 concerns the Nightspirit’s Blessing, a new combat feature exclusively provided by Natlan characters. Not only are new Artifact Sets built around the Nightspirit, but each character from Natlan is expected to have their own unique take on the mechanic.
With Xilonen expected to feature in Version 5.1, andChasca set for Version 5.2 ofGenshin Impact, players already have a good idea of how the Event Banners in Natlan will play out. However, thanks to the reliable hxg_diluc, the community may have the final piece of the puzzle for what awaits in Version 5.3. The information isoriginally sourced from DK2, who claims that two 5-Star characters will feature in Version 5.3, which is expected to launch on July 08, 2025.
Which 5-Star Characters Could Feature in Genshin Impact Version 5.3?
Given that Version 5.2 was confirmed to be skipping the Archon Quest, it implies that Version 5.3 will be the finale of Natlan instead. Furthermore, Version 5.3 will take place during the Lunar New Year, which also implies that the Lantern Rite will take place during its second half. If two5-Star characters inGenshin Impactare expected to make their debut during the patch, then the only two choices that make sense are Mavuika and Ping.
While Mavuika was already rumored for Version 5.3, the Archon of a region traditionally releases during the finale of its Archon Quests. As for Madame Ping, multiple sources have confirmed the character for the Lantern Rite in 2025. Though she won’t have the Nightsoul’s Blessing in her kit, she is expected to have synergy with Xianyun with an ability kit that focuses on Plunging Attacks. In terms of upcoming4-Star characters inGenshin Impact, the latest rumors pinpoint Olorun for Version 5.2 and Citlali for Version 5.3, with the latter having a Cryo vision.
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