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The excitement surrounding Genshin Impact's 4.4 update has been palpable. Fans are looking forward to the Lantern Rite festival and the chance to get or reunite with their favorite characters. According to initial reports, the featured 5-star characters for the first half of the update were to be Xianyun and Xiao, followed by Ganyu and Shenhe in the second half. But recent leaks suggest a shake-up in the banners and some unexpected arrivals. Let's take a look.
Genshin Impact Version 4.4 Banners Have Taken a Twist
Recent leaks suggest a shake-up in the banner order, raising the possibility of Nahida and Yae Miko taking the spotlight instead of Ganyu and Shenhe. These leaks, attributed to the reputable source hxg_diluc, point to a potential shift in HoYoverse's plans.
One factor supporting this claim is a pattern of consecutive Archon banners, with Zhongli, Venti, Furina, and Raiden featured in successive updates. Additionally, the leaked information hints at the suitability of Yae Miko against the Spiral Abyss boss in Version 4.4.
If the leaks hold, players can expect the following revised banners for Version 4.4:
First Half (31 January - 21 February):
Xiao (5-Star Anemo Polearm)
Xianyun (5-Star Anemo Catalyst)
Second Half (21 February - 13 March):
Nahida (5-Star Dendro Catalyst)
Yae Miko (5-Star Electro Catalyst)
This potential change to the banners is a departure from the original plan, as the Lantern Rite festival focuses on Liyue and its characters. Particularly Ganyu and Shenhe, who were expected to be featured.
Furthermore, the leak reveals the accompanying 4-star characters for the revised banners which include Kujou Sara and Chevreuse, with the clunkier-to-build Xinyan making an appearance.
It's essential to approach leaks cautiously, as plans may change, and the official announcement from Hoyoverse can change. But, the Genshin Impact community is no stranger to last-minute adjustments, as seen in the Version 4.3 update when Ayaka and Yoimiya replaced the reruns of Albedo and Itto.
