Summary
- Over 90 Genshin Impact characters make it hard to maintain a fair banner schedule, leaving some behind after long rerun gaps.
- Characters in Genshin Impact like Kokomi are overdue for a rerun, facing banner droughts.
- Inazuma characters are noticeably absent from reruns, potentially hinting at a future Inazuma Chronicled Banner.
A recent chart has revealed which characters in Genshin Impact are due for a rerun, as an interesting pattern continues to emerge. With over 90 playable characters in Genshin Impact, it has become difficult (if not impossible) for the developers to maintain a fair banner schedule. Certain 5-Stars are bound to be left behind, especially those with more niche play styles. The latest examples were Shenhe and Ganyu, two Cryo characters from Liyue who had gone over 550 days without a banner rerun.
While Ganyu and Shenhe have both made their way to the Chronicled Banner in Genshin Impact, many players feel that Triple Banners are inevitable. This is largely due to the inconsistency of the Chronicled Banner, as well as the fact that it lacks Capturing Radiance, a luck mechanic added to Event Banners in Version 5.0. With the recent changes made to the Weapon Banner as well, pulling on the Chronicled Banner is the least efficient way to obtain a desired 5-Star Character or Weapon in Genshin Impact.
Genshin Impact Reveals New Content in Version 5.4 Livestream
Genshin Impact highlights the major features of Version 5.4, which include a festival in Inazuma and a new Standard Banner character from the region.
According to RapidFresh, the creator of the chart, Kokomi remains at the top of the list after Version 5.4. Her last banner appearance was in Version 3.8, where she headlined the second half of the patch with Wanderer. While Kokomi in Genshin Impact was always considered a premium healer, her value only increased after Fontaine's fluctuation mechanics. Other notable standouts on the list include Venti and Xianyun, with the former assumed for Version 5.5, while the latter being one of two characters who came out during Fontaine, but have yet to have a rerun.
Genshin Impact Version 5.4 Waiting List for 5-Star Characters
|
Character |
Versions Since Last Banner Appearance |
|---|---|
|
Kokomi |
14 |
|
Venti |
12 |
|
Cyno |
11 |
|
Ayato |
11 |
|
Ayaka |
10 |
|
Yoimiya |
10 |
|
Xianyun |
9 |
|
Yae Miko |
9 |
|
Itto |
8 |
|
Albedo |
8 |
|
Eula |
8 |
|
Klee |
8 |
|
Wanderer |
7 |
|
Alhaitham |
6 |
|
Navia |
5 |
|
Nilou |
5 |
|
Emilie |
5 |
|
Yelan |
5 |
|
Mualani |
4 |
|
Kazuha |
4 |
|
Kinich |
4 |
|
Raiden |
4 |
|
Xilonen |
3 |
|
Chiori |
3 |
|
Nahida |
3 |
|
Hu Tao |
3 |
|
Chasca |
2 |
|
Lyney |
2 |
|
Neuvillette |
2 |
|
Zhongli |
2 |
|
Mavuika |
1 |
|
Citlali |
1 |
|
Arlecchino |
1 |
|
Clorinde |
1 |
|
Shenhe |
1 |
|
Ganyu |
1 |
|
Tartaglia |
1 |
|
Xiao |
1 |
|
Baizhu |
1 |
|
Mizuki |
0 |
|
Sigewinne |
0 |
|
Wriothesley |
0 |
|
Furina |
0 |
Another curious pattern that can be gleaned from the waiting list is that the developers seem to be avoiding Genshin Impact characters from Inazuma. Kokomi, Ayato, Ayaka, Yoimiya, Yae Miko, and Itto would all be eligible to debut in a hypothetical Inazuma Chronicled Banner, and Mizuki would also be able to join by Version 5.6. While the developers haven't confirmed a third Chronicled Banner in Genshin Impact, featuring them on a more consistent schedule would fix the main issue that players have with its current format.
While Cryo 5-Stars in Genshin Impact went through a major banner drought, Wriothesley is set to make a triumphant return to the Event Banners in Version 5.4. Not much is known about the Event Banners for Version 5.5, but it is expected that Varesa will be the new 5-Star character added to the playable cast. With Venti presumably taking one slot to complete the Archon rerun, it leaves two available spots for other 5-Stars to claim. Version 5.4 is set to launch on February 12, 2025.
Genshin Impact
-
OpenCritic Reviews
- Top Critic Avg: 81 /100 Critics Rec: 87%
- Released
- September 28, 2020
- ESRB
- Teen / Alcohol Reference, Fantasy Violence, In-Game Purchases (Includes Random Items), Users Interact
- Developer(s)
- HoYoverse (Formerly miHoYo)
- Publisher(s)
- HoYoverse (Formerly miHoYo)
WHERE TO PLAY
Step into Teyvat, a vast world teeming with life and flowing with elemental energy.
You and your sibling arrived here from another world. Separated by an unknown god, stripped of your powers, and cast into a deep slumber, you now awake to a world very different from when you first arrived.
Thus begins your journey across Teyvat to seek answers from The Seven — the gods of each element. Along the way, prepare to explore every inch of this wondrous world, join forces with a diverse range of characters, and unravel the countless mysteries that Teyvat holds...
MASSIVE OPEN WORLD
Climb any mountain, swim across any river, and glide over the world below, taking in the jaw-dropping scenery each step of the way. And if you stop to investigate a wandering Seelie or strange mechanism, who knows what you might discover?
ELEMENTAL COMBAT SYSTEM
Harness the seven elements to unleash elemental reactions. Anemo, Electro, Hydro, Pyro, Cryo, Dendro, and Geo interact in all sorts of ways, and Vision wielders have the power to turn this to their advantage.
Will you vaporize Hydro with Pyro, electro-charge it with Electro, or freeze it with Cryo? Your mastery of the elements will give you the upper hand in battle and exploration.
BEAUTIFUL VISUALS
Feast your eyes on the world around you, with a stunning art style, real-time rendering, and finely tuned character animations delivering you a truly immersive visual experience. Lighting and weather all change naturally over time, bringing every detail of this world to life.
SOOTHING SOUNDTRACK
Let the beautiful sounds of Teyvat draw you in as you explore the expansive world around you. Performed by the London Philharmonic Orchestra, the soundtrack changes seamlessly with the time and gameplay to match the mood.
BUILD YOUR DREAM TEAM
Team up with a diverse cast of characters in Teyvat, each with their own unique personalities, stories, and abilities. Discover your favorite party combinations and level up your characters to help you conquer even the most daunting of enemies and domains.
JOURNEY WITH FRIENDS
Team up with friends across various platforms to trigger more elemental action, tackle tricky boss fights, and conquer challenging domains together to reap rich rewards.
As you stand atop the peaks of Jueyun Karst and take in the rolling clouds and vast terrain stretching out before you, you may wish to stay in Teyvat a little longer... But until you are reunited with your lost sibling, how can you rest? Go forth, Traveler, and begin your adventure!
- Engine
- Unity
- Multiplayer
- Online Co-Op
- Cross-Platform Play
- All platforms
- Cross Save
- All platforms
- PC Release Date
- September 28, 2020
- Xbox Series X|S Release Date
- November 20, 2024
- PS5 Release Date
- April 28, 2021
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, PC, iOS, Android
- Genre(s)
- RPG, Action, Adventure, Gacha, Open-World
- X|S Optimized
- yes
- OpenCritic Rating
- Strong
