Genshin Impact 2.2 update to bring Thoma's character banner

Protector from afar, Thoma will be playable in the next version (Image via Genshin Impact)
Protector from afar, Thoma will be playable in the next version (Image via Genshin Impact)

Genshin Impact has started an unofficial trend where they will release new character announcements a few days before or after the maintenance begins. Today, Genshin Impact revealed Thoma, the 4-star Pyro character who originated from Mondstadt but stays in Inazuma.

Genshin Impact fans will finally have a new male character after the last one being in version 1.6. In the announcement, miHoYo revealed Thoma's Vision, his constellation, and a little backstory. While Genshin Impact does not confirm it, Thoma is highly likely to be in Genshin Impact version 2.2.


Thoma will be coming in Genshin Impact version 2.2

Genshin Impact recently unveiled Thoma, a character featured in the Archon Quest of Inazuma, as a playable character for future versions. In addition, Thoma is confirmed to possess Pyro Vision, as seen in some of the official Genshin Impact videos.

Pyro Vision attaches to the right side of Thoma's belt (Image via Genshin Impact)
Pyro Vision attaches to the right side of Thoma's belt (Image via Genshin Impact)

Genshin Impact has not yet disclosed Thoma's weapon. However, judging by his pose in the cover image, he can be seen wielding a polearm. This fact was further proven when players noticed how proficient and precise Thoma aimed the polearm at the Raiden Shogun to save the Traveler in one of his cutscenes.

Thoma threw the polearm to Raiden Shogun to save the Traveler (Image via Genshin Impact)
Thoma threw the polearm to Raiden Shogun to save the Traveler (Image via Genshin Impact)

Another crucial piece of information that Genshin Impact purposefully left out is whether Thoma is a 4-star or 5-star character. Previous leaks claim that he is a 4-star character to be featured in a re-run banner for version 2.2.

Genshin Impact fans also wish Thoma to be a 4-star character, so they will have a higher chance of obtaining him.


Who is Thoma in Genshin Impact

Thoma's first appearance in Genshin Impact live stream (Image via Genshin Impact)
Thoma's first appearance in Genshin Impact live stream (Image via Genshin Impact)

Thoma was first revealed in the Genshin Impact 2.0 live stream, where he was introduced as a mysterious person with a hidden background. He is also known as the Kamisato Clan's chief retainer and has a close relationship with the Kamisato siblings.

In a recent announcement, Thoma's backstory and personality were further defined for his fans to understand him better. Nevertheless, the most outstanding news about Thoma is how he is originally from Mondstadt. While fans never expected that, they were still thrilled by the information.

Currently, Thoma works as the housekeeper for the Kamisato Clan in Inazuma. He's also known in Inazuma as a 'fixer.'

Thoma is a natural socializer, perhaps influenced by the laid-back and joyful atmosphere of his hometown. As a result, he has created an unexpectedly powerful network of people in Inazuma, despite being an outlander.

He is a naturally friendly guy who can readily become involved in various issues and form relationships with a variety of people. However, when it comes to defending the Yashiro Commission's rights and interests, he will hide his smile and reveal his serious side.

All in all, instead of the mysterious persona he was claimed to be, Thoma is actually a caring, friendly, and social individual who is concerned for all animals and comrades. However, he may be experiencing some horrible homesickness.

With the addition of Thoma, Genshin Impact will then have three Pyro characters wielding a polearm: Hu Tao, Xiangling, and Thoma. Thus, Genshin Impact fans can decide early on whether they want to use their Primogems to wish for the Raiden Shogun banner or save it to wish for Thoma.


Note: The article reflects the views of the writer.

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