Genshin Impact's upcoming banner schedule for versions 4.3 to 4.8 has apparently been leaked. Several different rumors unveil the potential new characters debuting in these forthcoming patches. It is worth noting that this article won't cover all possible reruns since that information isn't available at the moment. Only new units and a few reruns will be discussed in the following leaks.
Note that the information provided here is subject to change. The following is a compilation of various leaks, so it's possible that some parts could be true while others are false. However, they are worth checking out considering that knowing about Genshin Impact's upcoming banner schedule can help you decide where to spend your precious Primogems.
Genshin Impact 4.3 banner schedule, based on the current leaks
As officially revealed by HoYoverse, version 4.3 will feature the following banners:
- First half: Navia and Kamisato Ayaka
- Second half: Raiden Shogun and Yoimiya
Navia is a brand-new 5-star Geo Claymore user that players should already be familiar with since she played an important role in the Fontaine Archon Quests. Her Elemental Skill references Crystallize and has both a press and hold variant, while her Elemental Burst summons literal cannons to the field.
Chevreuse, who is a Pyro Polearm, will also join the game's roster as a 4-star character in version 4.3 during the second half.
Genshin Impact 4.4 banner schedule
HoYoverse has officially revealed the 5-star characters that will be featured in the 4.4 update. It appears that Xianyun aka Cloud Retainer will be released in the first half alongside Nahida. While the second half is expected to host rerun banners for Xiao and Yae Miko.
- First half: Xianyun and Nahida, with Gaming
- Second half: Xiao and Yae Miko
The new 4-star unit, Gaming aka Lion Dance Boy, will also be released in version 4.4 on the Phase I banners.
Genshin Impact 4.5 banner schedule
Version 4.5 of the game will introduce a new Geo character, called Chiori. She will be featured on the first half banners alongside Itto. Her new signature weapon, Uraku Misugiri, will also become available during this duration.
- First half: Chiori and Itto
- Second half: Neuvillette and Kazuha
The second phase banners will rerun Neuvillette and Kazuha. Furthermore, Albedo, Eula, and Klee will also return in the 4.5 update on the new Chronicled Wish banner.
Genshin Impact 4.6 banner
HoYoverse recently revealed during the version 4.6 livestream that the new Pyro 5-star, Arlecchino, will debut during the first half of the update. She will be featured alongside Lyney, another member of the Fatui.
- First half: Arlecchino and Lyney
- Second half: Wanderer and Baizhu
The second-half banners will feature rerun banners for Wanderer and Baizhu. While the former is a decent Anemo DPS, the latter is a top-tier healer.
Genshin Impact 4.7 banner
The version 4.7 Special Program livestream has shed light on the banner schedule for the 4.7 update. The developers have confirmed that Clorinde, Sigewinne, and Sethos will be the new characters coming in the patch.
It appears that Clorinde and Sethos will debut on the Phase I banners alongside Alhaitham.
- First half: Clorinde and Alhaitham, with Sethos
- Second half: Sigewinne and Furina
Whereas the Phase II banners will release Sigewinne alongside Furina.
Genshin Impact 4.8 banner
During the Summertide Scales and Tales livestream HoYoverse officially confirmed the Character Event Wishes for the upcoming Genshin Impact 4.8 update. Here is the banner schedule:
- First half: Nilou and Navia
- Second half: Emilie and Yelan
The first half of version 4.8 will feature Nilou and Navia and their banners will be available from July 17, 2024. This will be the former's second rerun banner and the latter's first. Meanwhile, the second half will feature the new 5-star Dendro character, Emilie. Furthermore, Yelan will return for her third rerun in the second phase.
Following version 4.8, it is expected the narrative will move towards Natlan and developers will introduce the 5.0 update that will likely go live on or around August 27, 2024.
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