A recent leak within the Genshin Impact community has provided an intriguing glimpse into the character roadmap extending from version 5.8 to 6.7. It’s important to approach this information with caution, as the details may evolve over time. Nevertheless, this leak has ignited curiosity about the anticipated new characters and their respective elemental alignments.

Overview

This article will discuss the forthcoming characters in Genshin Impact and provide a detailed examination of their potential strengths, lore, and connections to the broader in-game universe. In addition, players looking to prepare for upcoming updates can consider utilizing options for Genshin Top Up to enhance their gameplay experience.

Character Releases Timeline

Below we highlight the leaks segmented by version updates, revealing what players can look forward to:

5.8 - Ineffa (Nod-Krai)

• Element: Electro
• Weapon: Polearm
• Model: Girl
• Note: Ineffa marks the introduction of a playable character from Nod-Krai, the much-anticipated new region, and introduces the new Lunar-Charged elemental reaction.

6.0 - Multiple Characters (Nod-Krai)

The launch of version 6.0 should bring several characters, coinciding with the full rollout of the Nod-Krai region:

• ??? (Electro, Male)
  • Title: “Lightkeeper”
  • Weapon: Unknown
• ??? (Geo, Female)
  • Title: “Moonchild”
  • Possibly tied to lore.

6.1 - Female Pyro Character

• Element: Pyro
• Gender: Female
• Details: Yet to be confirmed, her story may link to either Mondstadt or plot elements involving the Fatui.

6.2 - Durin (Mondstadt)

• Element: Pyro (???)
• Model: Boy
• Description: “New appearance”

This character has surprised many, as prior leaks suggested an Anemo element due to his ties to dragon lore in Dragonspine. The shift to Pyro has left some players unsettled, especially those who favor the Anemo element.

6.3 - Columbina & Liyue Character

• Columbina
  • Element: Cryo
  • Model: Girl
  • Rank: 3rd of the Fatui Harbingers
• ??? (Anemo, Female)
  • Description: Linked to the White Horse from “Moonlit Bamboo Forest”
  • Expected to reflect Liyue’s rich folklore.

6.7 - Nicole (Hexenzirkel)

• Element: Unknown
• Gender: Female
• Background: Member of the Hexenzirkel, associated with significant characters like Alice (Klee’s mother) and Rhinedottir.

6.X - Varka (Mondstadt)

• Element: Anemo
• Model: Male
• Title: Grand Master of the Knights of Favonius
• Description: Long-awaited figure in Mondstadt lore, referenced since the game’s early stages.

As an Anemo main, Varka is particularly exciting for many players, with high hopes that his elemental alignment remains stable.

Keep in mind that these leak details come from unofficial channels and are subject to change. This means elements could be shuffled between updates, and character designs may be altered prior to their release. If all pans out as expected, we can look forward to major expansions in the lore surrounding both Mondstadt and Nod-Krai, along with the much-anticipated character arrivals.

Stay tuned as we bring you the latest updates as they emerge!