Summary
- Ifa in Genshin Impact is likely a 4-star Pyro character wielding a Catalyst.
- Effie may be the 5-star character in Ifa's expected Version 5.6 playable debut.
- The 5.6 update may potentially drop on May 7, 2025.
According to a reliable source in the Genshin Impact community, Ifa will wield a Catalyst, opening up the possibility of him using a revolver in combat. While there has been much speculation about Ifa and his role in Natlan, many Genshin Impact players have high hopes for the veterinarian of the Flower-Feather Clan. His talkative Ququsaurus companion, Cacucu, made his debut in Version 5.3, and Ororon has frequently mentioned his friendship with Ifa over the course of the Archon Quest. The stage is set for Ifa's introduction, which may just end up happening in Version 5.5.
While his playable debut is expected to be in Version 5.6, there are indications of Ifa being present in-game in Version 5.5. Unlike Varesa's model in Genshin Impact, Ifa is represented by a placeholder model of Keqing, which will likely be swapped out at launch to maintain the surprise. He was teased as an upcoming character during the developer livestream in Version 5.3, and his silhouette depicts a tall man wearing the signature cowboy hats of the Flower-Feather Clan.
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As explained by Mero, it would seem that Ifa is intended to be a Catalyst character in Genshin Impact. While certain players would have preferred for Ifa to wield a Sword, the Catalyst is arguably the most flexible option when it comes to character animations. The most common belief is that Ifa will be a 4-star Pyro character, given that the Flower-Feather Clan lacks a Pyro representative, and due to the earlier leak of Natlan having no 5-star Male characters outside Kinich. As such, Ifa being a Catalyst makes it possible for him to wield a revolver in combat, which would suit his gunslinger silhouette.
Genshin Impact: What Is Known About Ifa?
- Rarity: 4-star (Reliable)
- Element: Pyro (Speculative)
- Weapon: Catalyst (Reliable)
- Release: Version 5.6 (Speculative)
Should Ifa make a playable debut in Version 5.6 as a 4-star character in Genshin Impact, then it's likely that Effie, the mysterious woman from Fontaine, will be the 5-star of the patch. It should be noted that after Varesa and Iansan, the following characters remain unreleased: Effie, Ifa, Dahlia, and Skirk. Furthermore, Mare Jivari is expected to be the last Natlan map expansion, coming in either Version 5.6 or Version 5.7. Taking this into account, it's difficult to predict how HoYoverse will set up its release schedule for these characters.
The Lantern Rite teased Windblume for Mondstadt, so it's likely that Dahlia will be released during the festival itself. On the other hand, the new Artifact Sets in Genshin Impact have color schemes that seem to match Skirk and Dahlia's outfits. For now, it's important for Ifa fans to remain patient. A Natlan Catalyst is already a valuable teammate, and if the developers give Ifa a kit similar to Iansan and Ororon's caliber, it should make him an exciting character.
Genshin Impact
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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
- Genre(s)
- RPG, Action, Adventure, Gacha, Open-World
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, PC, iOS, Android
- X|S Optimized
- yes
- OpenCritic Rating
- Strong
