Overview of Genshin Impact’s Version 5.5 Phase 2 Banners
- Xilonen, Venti, and Faruzan lead Genshin Impact’s Version 5.5 Phase 2 banners, showcasing powerful abilities and weapons.
- Xilonen stands out as a desirable Support character, appealing to players for her unique abilities and Constellations.
- Version 5.6 is set to introduce Escoffier, Kinich, Navia, and Raiden following the event banners scheduled for May 2025.
Genshin Impact has unveiled the character lineup for the second phase of Version 5.5, featuring a remarkable set of banners headlined by well-known characters Xilonen, Venti, and Faruzan. Following the success of Varesa and Iansan in the first half of the update, players can look forward to the highly anticipated reruns from Natlan in the latter part of this version. Among them, Xilonen emerges as a prominent 5-Star Geo Sword character who has quickly become a staple in the current meta.
In her role as a Support character within Genshin Impact, Xilonen brings a dynamic skill set that includes elemental shredding, focused healing, and attack enhancements through her abilities and artifact bonuses. These attributes have garnered her a reputation akin to a contemporary version of Kazuha, making her an exciting addition for players. Without a doubt, her powerful Signature Weapon will make her banner a focal point for fans looking to either gain her or obtain her sought-after Constellations.
The announcement regarding the Event Banners was made via Reddit by the official Genshin Impact account, detailing that the second phase of Version 5.5 will feature Xilonen, Venti, Beidou, Yanfei, and Faruzan. This phase is scheduled to run from April 15, 2025, to May 6, 2025. Venti’s return marks the conclusion of the Archon rerun during the Natlan era, but attention will also be on his weapon banner shared with Xilonen. The bow “Elegy for the End,”from Version 1.4, remains one of the game’s most formidable weapons, enhancing the anticipation among players.
Genshin Impact: Event Banners for Version 5.5 Phase II
Version 5.5 Event Wishes Notice – Phase II by u/genshinimpact in Genshin_Impact
- Xilonen – 5-Star Geo Sword
- Venti – 5-Star Anemo Bow
- Beidou – 4-Star Electro Claymore
- Yanfei – 4-Star Pyro Catalyst
- Faruzan – 4-Star Anemo Bow
Among the 4-Star characters included in this Event Banner, Faruzan stands out from a gameplay perspective, particularly for players adept with Anemo hypercarries like Xiao or Wanderer. Her potential, particularly with Constellations, can significantly enhance team performance. However, it’s important to note that obtaining 4-Star characters in Genshin Impact is not guaranteed, making efforts to achieve Constellation Level 6 for these characters a more complex endeavor compared to acquiring 5-Star characters.
For players managing to conserve their Primogems during Version 5.5, anticipation builds for the upcoming characters slated for Version 5.6—Escoffier, Kinich, Navia, and Raiden. Predictions suggest that Escoffier may renew interest in Freeze mechanics, drawing in Cryo enthusiasts. Kinich is expected to serve as a premier hypercarry for teams focused on Burning strategies, while Navia remains a top choice for those specializing in Geo elements. Raiden continues to provide significant value as an Electro character, albeit at a higher cost compared to alternatives like Fischl or Ororon. Version 5.6 is projected to launch on May 7, 2025, just after the conclusion of the current set of Event Banners.