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Genshin Impact's upcoming 4.6 update is set to introduce Arlecchino as a playable character amongst other content. But one of the newer leaks also suggests that she will also be featured in the game as a new weekly boss. This is not an uncommon trend as we’ve previously seen characters be both playable and an in-game boss like Childe and Raiden. And these leaks go into detail about what this Arlecchino weekly boss fight could bring. However, since the information is based on beta leaks, there may be some changes in the final release of the update. Players should stay tuned for official announcements from Hoyoverse for more details.
Leaked Arlecchino 4.6 Weekly Boss Details
Arlecchino, also known as The Knave of the Eleven Fatui Harbingers, is not only being introduced as a playable character but will also be the latest addition to the game's roster of weekly bosses. This is not a new occurrence as previously appearing Harbingers, such as Childe also ended up becoming a weekly boss.
According to leaked information, Arlecchino will have two phases and will wield two large Scythes during the battle. Additionally, she can summon wings, fly, and launch powerful projectiles at her opponents.
Domain and Location
The domain of the Arlecchino weekly boss is located in Mt. Esus East, with the entrance of the domain being a tomb that supposedly belongs to Harbinger Crucabena. the previous owner of the codename The Knave.
Gameplay and Transformations
In the first phase of the battle, Arlecchino fights with one Scythe and showcases increased agility with a larger attack range compared to her playable version. She gains wings and flies up before launching projectiles at the player. She also has a high damage attack that deals multiple instances of damage using her Scythes in a straight line followed by a giant circle field.
Moving on to the second phase, Arlecchino fights with two Scythes and transforms, gaining three pairs of wings. She performs a plunging attack, throws her Scythes in a spinning motion, and unleashes a series of powerful attacks, including a railgun attack using her wings and firing projectiles and giant spheres at the active unit.
What to Expect
Defeating the Arlecchino weekly boss will reward players with talent level-up materials for the playable Arlecchino character and other upcoming characters before Natlan or future Fontainian characters. Players can also expect other weekly boss reward stables such as
In addition to the Arlecchino boss fight, the 4.6 update will introduce new enemies and sub-regions to explore. The Remuria region, separate from Teyvat, will feature underwater content similar to Fontaine. Players will face off against two new Remurian enemies. The update also brings back the fan-favorite event, Vibro-Crystal Research, where players must defeat enemies within a time limit to earn rewards.
