Summary
- Fans noticed Natlan lacks a prominent Pyro character, breaking a pattern observed in other regions.
- Genshin Impact update 5.7 will not include a Pyro character, disappointing players awaiting a tie to Natlan Archon.
- Speculation suggests the Pyro version of the Traveler could fill the role in the Natlan storyline.
Genshin Impact fans have noticed an interesting detail about Natlan’s characters that has left them wondering why one particular character type is missing. Natlan was the last major region introduced in Genshin Impact, back in update 5.0, and since then, the game has added tons of new playable units.
The ongoing Genshin Impact update 5.6 introduced two new characters: a five-star chef named Escoffier and a famous veterinarian named Ifa. Unfortunately, players who want to add them to their roster will have to wait a couple of months, as Phase 1 of update 5.6 has already ended.
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Every Genshin Impact region released so far has also introduced an Archon who serves as its fierce protector. Since the release of the Mondstadt region, the game has followed an interesting pattern of featuring one powerful “sidekick” character who works closely with the Archon and shares the same element. These characters are usually known for their leadership and story prominence. The first example of this appeared during the Mondstadt arc, which featured Venti as the Archon and Jean as the Acting Grandmaster of the Knights of Favonius. While their methods of pursuing justice may have differed, their end goals were mostly aligned. A new post by a Reddit user named 1-NotReal pointed out that this pattern has been present in every other region, except the recently released Pyro nation.
Genshin Impact Players Want a Specific Pyro Character
The post gained significant traction in the community, reaching over 4k upvotes on Genshin Impact’s main subreddit. Many players claim they’ve been waiting for HoYoverse to officially introduce a new Pyro character tied to the Natlan Archon Mavuika, similar to how Alhaitham’s storyline is connected to Nahida, or how Furina and Neuvillette work together in Fontaine. However, it seems HoYoverse may be breaking this pattern with Natlan, as there are currently no credible rumors suggesting a new Genshin Impact Pyro character is planned for upcoming updates.
It has been confirmed that Genshin Impact Version 5.7 will not include a Pyro character, as HoYoverse has officially revealed two new playable units: the Cryo user Skirk and the Hydro four-star character Dahlia. One minor complaint fans have about the chart provided by 1-NotReal is that they would probably swap out Sara with Yae Miko, as she seems like a better fit for this "helper" role in Inazuma.
Players also suspect it’s highly unlikely that version 5.8, which should be the last update before a new region arrives, will feature a character so central to the Natlan storyline. Some have suggested that Genshin Impact's Pyro version of the Traveler could potentially fill this role. A few comments also pointed out that it feels unusual for Genshin Impact to feature only one Pyro character throughout the entire Natlan arc, especially considering that Pyro is the region’s symbolic element.
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
- OpenCritic Rating
- Strong
- X|S Optimized
- yes
