HoYoverse has officially unveiled Ifa as a new character set to debut in the highly anticipated Genshin Impact 5.6 update. This announcement was made through a series of drip marketing posts shared on X, confirming that Ifa, a Saurian veterinarian, will join the roster alongside the culinary talent Escoffier from Fontaine. Notably, Ifa has garnered attention within the game before, particularly through references made by Ororon, who is recognized as Ifa’s close companion.
Additionally, Ifa made his initial appearance during the current 5.5 version’s main event, the Tournament of Glory in Bloom.
Here, we share the latest insights about Ifa derived from the Genshin Impact 5.6 drip marketing updates, including his anticipated release date.
Announcement of Ifa in Genshin Impact 5.6
After much anticipation, the development team behind Genshin Impact has disclosed the new characters arriving in version 5.6. As highlighted, Ifa, the Saurian vet, will soon be accessible in the game. Although his in-game model and design were previewed earlier, fresh details about Ifa have emerged through the latest marketing campaign:
- Vision: Anemo
- Title: In the Wake of Wandering Winds
- Tlalocan Vet
- Constellation: Catena Opele
Concerning his friend’s thoughts, Ororon remarked about Ifa’s recent activities:
“Last time Ifa swung by, he picked up two jars of honey. I guess he’s making more crackers for baby saurians… Ah, don’t get me wrong, I’m not complaining. I just hope he remembers to leave some for me.”
Current insights suggest that Ifa will showcase Anemo abilities, promising a unique gameplay experience. Notably, this aligns with the other recently introduced character from the Flower-Feather Clan, Chasca, who also possesses Anemo powers.
Projected Release Date for Ifa in Genshin Impact
Following the established update patterns of Genshin Impact, version 5.6 is slated for release on May 7, 2025. However, HoYoverse has yet to clarify which phase Ifa will be featured in, leading to a potential release window that could include either of the following:
- Phase I: May 7, 2025
- Phase II: May 27, 2025
Players are encouraged to stay tuned for further announcements from HoYoverse regarding the specific release date and details related to Ifa’s rarity status.