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Genshin Impact players are counting down the minutes to the highly anticipated 4.2 update, which brings an array of new characters, features, and adventures to the game. The update is set to introduce the Hydro Archon Furina, also known as Focalors, and adventurers worldwide are eager to know when they can obtain this new 5-star character. In this article, we'll provide you with all the essential information about the Furina banner release date and countdown.
Release Date and Countdown for Furina, the Hydro Archon
Furina, also known as Focalors, is creating a buzz in the Genshin Impact community. She is expected to be a 5-star Hydro character, wielding a sword. Furina's release is scheduled for the first half of the 4.2 update, and she will be available from 8th November to 29th November 2023. Players can look forward to acquiring her signature weapon, the "Splendor of Tranquil Waters," upon her arrival.
For Furina and Charlotte, the release times are consistent across various regions:
PDT (UTC -7): 8:00 pm (November 7)
MDT (UTC -6): 9:00 pm (November 7)
CDT (UTC -5): 10:00 pm (November 7)
EDT (UTC -4): 11:00 pm (November 7)
BST (UTC +1): 4:00 am (November 8)
IST (UTC +5:30): 8:30 am (November 8)
CST (UTC +8): 11:00 am (November 8)
JST (UTC +9): 12:00 pm (November 8)
For those eager to add Furina to their team, it's important to note that her appearance will coincide with Baizhu in the limited-time character banners of Phase I. Additionally, the 4-star Cryo character, Charlotte, is also expected to have a rate-up during the first half banners.
To make sure you don't miss Furina's release, keep an eye on the countdown, as the release times may vary depending on your time zone. The maintenance timings for all major regions are listed to help you prepare for her arrival.
Release Date for the Second Half of 4.2
But that's not all; the second half of the update will bring Cyno and Ayato into the spotlight. These characters will be released on 29th November 2023. However, it's important to note that release times for the second half of any update differ between Asia, the Americas, and Europe. Players in Europe will experience a seven-hour delay compared to SEA servers, and the American servers will have an additional six-hour delay.
