Genshin Impact 5.5 banner details have been leaked including the names of new and rerun characters for phases 1 and 2.
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| Genshin Impact 5.5 Banners: New Characters and Reruns for Phase 1 and 2 |
The Genshin Impact 5.5 banner is getting players hyped. Official news and leaks are buzzing about fresh characters and exciting events.
HoYoverse has confirmed two new Electro characters—Varesa, a 5-star catalyst user, and Iansan, a 4-star polearm wielder. There are also rumors about rerun banners featuring fan favorites like Xianyun, Xilonen, and Venti.
With so much to look forward to, let's dive into the latest banner leaks.
Genshin Impact 5.5 Banner and Rerun Characters
A new leak from Reddit user HomDGCat, tagged as "Reliable," suggests that the Genshin Impact 5.5 banner will bring back some fan-favorite characters.
According to the leak, Xianyun, Xilonen, and Venti will all have rerun banners, while the new 5-star Electro catalyst user, Varesa, will get her own banner.
Some 4-star characters, including Iansan, Gaming, Faruzan, Beidou, and Yanfei, will also have better drop rates.
Genshin Impact 5.5 Banner Phases
Leaks hint that Phase 1 will introduce Varesa, and fans of Xianyun are in for a treat too, as she’s making a comeback.
In Phase 2 of the Genshin 5.5 banner, leaks suggest that the character banners will feature reruns of Xilonen and Venti.
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Now, the exact phases for these characters aren’t clear yet, but it looks like players will have plenty of chances to pull for their favorites.
Confirmed New Characters in Genshin 5.5 Update
In the Genshin Impact 5.5 update, two new characters have been confirmed: Varesa and Iansan.
Varesa
Varesa is a powerful 5-star Electro character who uses a catalyst in battle. She’s all about speed and agility, making her super fun to play.
Her skills let her pull off quick Plunging Attacks, and leaks suggest that her Elemental Skill allows her to do Charged Attacks without using stamina. Her entire kit revolves around dealing big damage with Plunging Attacks.
She also makes exploring easier by boosting sprint speed and jump height, even helping her move smoothly across the water.
Iansan
Iansan is a 4-star Electro polearm user who was an important NPC in Natlan's story. Now, in Version 5.5, she finally becomes a playable character.
Her skills seem to focus on supporting teammates, and she even gives rewards for moving around a lot. This could mean buffs or extra energy based on how far you travel. Some say she’s similar to Varesa when it comes to exploration.
She might boost movement speed and help players jump farther, making it easier to get across tricky areas or even walk on water.
Rerun Character Speculations
Xianyun
Xianyun, a 5-star Anemo is a top-tier support, boosting Plunging Attack damage and offering healing—perfect for Xiao mains. If you missed her in Version 4.4, now’s your chance to grab her.
Moreover, with both characters Varesa and her on the same banner, it can be a great time to build a team focused on powerful aerial strikes.
Xilonen
Xilonen is one of the best support characters out there. She’s great at lowering enemy resistance based on her team’s elements, making them take way more damage. She can heal too, but her real strength is helping her team hit harder.
Venti
Venti isn’t as strong in the meta as he used to be, but he’s still a solid pick. This 5-star Archer from Mondstadt works well as a DPS or a Swirl support, and he does a decent job at both.
Compared to Xilonen, the Geo character from Natlan, Venti might not be the top choice, but he’s still worth considering. If players already have him, leveling up his Constellations or getting his signature 5-star weapon could make him even better.
All in all, the Genshin Impact 5.5 banner is bringing some cool new characters like Varesa and Iansan. There are also some exciting reruns, including Xianyun, Xilonen, and Venti. So, if you're planning to pull for them, start saving now. Just keep in mind that leaks can change before the official update drops.