As version 3.4 of Genshin Impact comes close to its release, several rumors can be heard about the update. Like the last two years, the Lantern Rite festival might return as an event in Liyue.Amidst various speculations about banners and new characters, some confusion among players is expected regarding their Primogen count and saving strategies. Thus, this article covers some important rumors and leaks about version Genshin Impact 3.4.Genshin Impact announce their Special Program live stream for version 3.4Genshin Impact@GenshinImpactVersion 3.4 Special Program PreviewDear Travelers,It's announcement time! The special program for Genshin Impact's new version will premiere on the official Twitch channel on 1/6/2023 at 07:00 AM (UTC-5)!>>> twitch.tv/genshinimpacto…#GenshinImpact #HoYoverse523597768Version 3.4 Special Program PreviewDear Travelers,It's announcement time! The special program for Genshin Impact's new version will premiere on the official Twitch channel on 1/6/2023 at 07:00 AM (UTC-5)!>>> twitch.tv/genshinimpacto…#GenshinImpact #HoYoverse https://t.co/F7z9SY1XzRGenshin Impact has officially announced the Special Program for Version 3.4, The Exquisite Night Chimes, scheduled for January 6 at 7 am UTC-5. Several important announcements about the upcoming versions may be made.New character release: Al Haitham and YaoyaoGenshin Impact 3.4 will likely see the release of two new characters, Alhaitham as a five-star and Yaoyao, who both use the Dendro element. Alhaitham was leaked as a sword user, while Yaoyao is a polearm user.Lantern Rite and free YaoyaoGenshin Mains - Your Guide to Teyvat@genshinmains3.4 Lantern Rite - invite a 4-star Liyue character including #Yaoyao #原神 #Genshin3647730093.4 Lantern Rite - invite a 4-star Liyue character including #Yaoyao #原神 #Genshin https://t.co/IojYls565xA major rumor about Genshin Impact 3.4 is the rerun of the Lantern Rite event, a festival close to the people of Liyue. The last two Lantern Rite events took place in January and February, around the same time as the forthcoming update. Furthermore, several reliable leakers have speculated on the same.Like last year, speculations suggest that players can choose a Liyue-based character and invite them to their roster after completing the event objectives. Yaoyao is supposed to be the first Dendro character from Sumeru.Hu Tao and other bannersReliable leaks suggest that the first phase of the upcoming update will feature Alhaitham and Xiao. The same seems plausible as Xiao has been closely related to the Lantern Rite festival, a possible major event of the 3.4 update. Further, the weapons banner might feature the signature weapons, Primordial Jade-Winged Spear and Light of Foliar Sanction, for Xiao and Alhaitham, respectively.The second phase could also feature Yelan and Hu Tao with their signature weapons. This means the Staff of Homa will be back with the Aqua Simulacra.SYP 💎🙌 Please tag 3.3 𝕤𝕡𝕠𝕚𝕝𝕖𝕣𝕤.@SaveYourPrimos[Reliable] Images courtesy of Yukizero, which aligns with what we know.3.4 First Half - Alhaitham + Xiao + Yaoyao3.4 Second Half - Hu Tao + Yelan294012794[Reliable] Images courtesy of Yukizero, which aligns with what we know.3.4 First Half - Alhaitham + Xiao + Yaoyao3.4 Second Half - Hu Tao + Yelan https://t.co/bbzn4SmYYHAyaka and Lisa skinsSYP 💎🙌 Please tag 3.3 𝕤𝕡𝕠𝕚𝕝𝕖𝕣𝕤.@SaveYourPrimos[Reliable] Ayaka and Lisa's new skins, official artwork.610466681[Reliable] Ayaka and Lisa's new skins, official artwork. https://t.co/JfKpofmwPIAdditionally, the next version will include new skins for Ayaka and Lisa. Like previous five-star skins, including Jean, Diluc, and Keqing, Ayaka's skin might be priced, while Lisa's skin could be available for free during the event.New region and bossGenshin Mains - Your Guide to Teyvat@genshinmainsWind-Bitten Sandworm world boss for #Alhaitham The Last Prince of the SandsAn eyeless predator from deep within the Great Red Sand that will use sound and the quaking of the earth to seek out its prey.#原神 #Genshin9828915Wind-Bitten Sandworm world boss for #Alhaitham The Last Prince of the SandsAn eyeless predator from deep within the Great Red Sand that will use sound and the quaking of the earth to seek out its prey.#原神 #Genshin https://t.co/MGDbTAMu55With another new update for the Sumeru nation, leaks have confirmed a new addition to the ever-expanding map. The Sumeru Desert might receive an extended area and a boss in the northern region. The area will introduce new quests, exploration objectives, and Wind-Bitten Sandworm, an apex predator players will need to defeat to get ascension materials for Alhaitham.Players are expected to receive several new features in Genshin Impact 3.4, which should keep them entertained and engaged.