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The latest Genshin Impact leaks have given us even more details about our favorite, and perhaps most anticipated Adeptus, Cloud Retainer. Cloud Retainer, rumored through leaks to be released during the Lantern Rite event of patch 4.4 has been the center of the recent leaks. These leaks include more details of her kit and a new leak that reveals that Cloud Retainer will have a different name for her playable character since Cloud Retainer is her Adeptus name. Let’s take a look at these leaks.
Cloud Retainer's Release and Background
Cloud Retainer, a maternal figure to Shenhe and Ganyu, is set to make her playable debut during the Lantern Rite festival in Version 4.4. Fans have long admired her charm and pride, and the anticipation skyrocketed when HoYoverse unveiled her human form during the 2023 Lantern Rite event.
Cloud Retainer Leaked Name and Identity
Leaked information from sources like Black Rose, TL Founiiswaq, and the Plum Team suggests that Cloud Retainer's true name is Xianyun, with "Cloud Retainer" being her Adeptus title. While her playable character name is expected to be Xianyun, fans are intrigued to discover more about her mysterious identity.
Cloud Retainer Leaked Kit
According to reports, Cloud Retainer's ability kit establishes her as a 5-star Anemo Catalyst with a focus on Plunging Attacks. Her Elemental Skill is said to generate a wind domain, allowing her and other characters to perform three quick Plunging Attacks, similar to Venti's hold version of Elemental Skill. This ability opens up exciting team composition possibilities, particularly for characters like Diluc, whose Plunging Attack damage multiplier is outstanding.
Her Elemental Burst delivers a team-wide burst of healing, increases the damage bonus of Plunging Attacks within the wind domain, and provides long-term healing. This unusual combination of support and healing abilities distinguishes her from the stereotype of a major DPS character.
Synergies and Team Compositions
Initial speculations hinted at Cloud Retainer being an ideal support healer for characters like Xiao or Kazuha. However, the leaked ability kit suggests broader synergy possibilities, particularly with older characters such as Chongyun, Diluc, and even the Raiden Shogun. This opens up a realm of new team compositions and strategies for players to explore.
Cloud Retainer Release Date
The leaked information points towards Cloud Retainer's release in Genshin Impact Version 4.4, with potential launch dates in late January or mid-February 2024, depending on the phase. If the leaked banner order holds, players can expect her to debut alongside Xiao, with additional banners featuring characters like Ganyu and Shenhe.
