Genshin Impact Version 5.0: New Character Leaks Reveal Weapon Types and Elements

Version 5.0 of Genshin Impact is bringing two new characters, and a recent leak has unveiled their weapon types, rarity, and elemental affinities. While Sumeru and Fontaine have been relatively well-documented through leaks, information on Natlan has been scarce. Official announcements have only offered glimpses of what players can anticipate in Version 5.0 and beyond.

Despite the limited information, the Genshin Impact community has uncovered details about upcoming Natlan characters, although some remain debated. Key insights suggest a level cap increase to 100, Xbalanque's potential identity as an immortal entity like a Dragon Sovereign, and the Pyro Archon's design possibly echoing a colonizer.

For players focused on the gacha system, a credible leak from FouL, a reputable source within the community, provides crucial details about Version 5.0's new characters: a 5-star male Dendro Claymore user, a 5-star female Hydro Catalyst user, and a 4-star female Geo Polearm user. This aligns with earlier leaks suggesting Natlan's initial patches would introduce two 5-star Catalyst users and one 5-star Claymore user.

Version 5.0 Character Lineup (Leak):

• 5-Star Male Dendro Claymore User
• 5-Star Female Hydro Catalyst User
• 4-Star Female Geo Polearm User

The addition of a 5-star Dendro Claymore user is a welcome change, as Kaveh is currently the only character with this weapon and element combination. However, the Hydro Catalyst user is less surprising given existing characters like Kokomi, Mona, Barbara, and Neuvillette. The 4-star Geo Polearm user might be Iansan, introduced in the Travail teaser. However, many believe Iansan will be one of the anticipated 5-star Catalyst users, potentially appearing in Version 5.1.

Another leak suggests Versions 5.1 and 5.2 will each feature only one 5-star character, although specifics are unknown. Natlan is anticipated to enhance certain Cryo and Hydro characters, such as Shenhe, Ayato, and potentially Emilie from Version 4.8, creating new team synergies. Version 5.0 is expected in late August 2024, with an official preview of Natlan and its characters anticipated soon.