Overview
- The Chronicled Banner returns with Version 5.3 of Genshin Impact, giving players a chance to acquire prominent 5-star characters such as Baizhu, Ganyu, and Xiao.
- Players express concerns regarding the unpredictable schedule of the Chronicled Banner’s reappearances.
- Version 5.3 is set to launch on January 1, 2025.
Exciting news for fans of Genshin Impact: the Chronicled Banner is making its comeback in the upcoming Version 5.3. This was recently announced during a spectacular livestream where developers disclosed the featured characters and weapons. Despite previous controversies surrounding its first iteration, MiHoYo has decided to reintroduce the banner during the lively Lantern Rite festival, with some noteworthy updates. A significant change is that characters will no longer need a minimum of three appearances to be featured in this banner.
One standout inclusion is Shenhe, who last appeared 619 days ago with a single rerun following her Version 2.4 debut. With a roster exceeding 90 playable characters, maintaining a regular banner schedule has become increasingly complex for developers. The Chronicled Banner aims to ease this challenge, though some players perceive it as a temporary fix rather than a thorough solution. The developers have yet to embrace the concept of a triple banner system for the game.
The new Chronicled Banner has a distinct theme centered on characters from Liyue and features Tartaglia, giving players opportunities to secure illustrious 5-star characters like Baizhu, Ganyu, and Xiao. However, the collection of 5-star weapons does not evoke the same excitement, as many items appear outdated or less impactful. Still, items like the Primordial Jade Cutter and Polar Star may pique interest. There are expectations for 4-star Liyue characters to join the lineup, though the inclusion of Lan Yan is still uncertain. This information was made public not only during the livestream but also through discussions on Reddit by user Bisentinel.
Chronicled Wish Banner Details for Version 5.3
New Chronicled Wish Banner by u/Bisentinel in Genshin_Impact
Featured Characters
- Baizhu – Dendro Catalyst
- Shenhe – Cryo Polearm
- Keqing – Electro Sword
- Ganyu – Cryo Bow
- Xiao – Anemo Polearm
- Tartaglia – Hydro Bow
- Qiqi – Cryo Sword
Featured Weapons
- Primordial Jade Cutter
- Summit Shaper
- The Unforged
- Calamity Queller
- Primordial Jade Winged-Spear
- Jadefall’s Splendor
- Memory of Dust
- Polar Star
- Amos’ Bow
With the absence of characters like Yelan and Xianyun, it appears that this version of the Chronicled Banner serves as a sort of retirement phase for older or less popular characters in Genshin Impact. While the structure of the Chronicled Banner has its merits, fan complaints largely stem from its irregularity. The absence of a predictable schedule—only seeing a rerun after nearly a year—adds to the frustration of dedicated players.
The launch date for Version 5.3 is set for January 1, 2025, and uniquely, the Chronicled Banner will feature a separate pity system from the Event Banners. Due to the uncertainty surrounding future appearances of the Chronicled Banner, players are encouraged to spend their Primogems carefully, ensuring they will receive the desired 5-star character. Additionally, during the Lantern Rite event, players can earn up to 20 Intertwined Wishes through login bonuses and in-game mail.