Overview of Genshin Impact Version 5.6 Banners
- New Characters: Version 5.6 will potentially showcase Escoffier, Kinich, Navia, Raiden, Ifa, Lynette, Layla, Kujou Sara, and Thoma.
- Escoffier’s Role: This new 5-Star Cryo Polearm character is expected to rejuvenate the Freeze Elemental Reaction.
- What’s Next in Version 5.7: There’s anticipation surrounding Skirk, another Cryo character who may introduce exciting new strategies for Freeze teams.
Recent leaks regarding Genshin Impact have unveiled the characters set to grace the Event Banners in Version 5.6, leaving only one slot unclaimed. Historically, Genshin Impact has delivered impressive Event Banners, but the introduction of the Natlan era has ramped up this strategy, strategically moving older characters to the Chronicled Banner. This method has allowed developers to maintain a swift rotation of meta characters, keeping gameplay fresh and exciting.
Although some players have expressed concerns about the overwhelming number of characters affecting banners, HoYoverse has chosen to retain the current model. Notably, Version 5.5 featured a robust set of banners, including fan-favorites like Xianyun, Varesa, Xilonen, and Venti. In contrast, Version 5.6 is set to introduce Escoffier, a 5-Star Cryo Polearm character poised to highlight Freeze, a previously underutilized Elemental Reaction.
As per HomDGCat’s insights, the anticipated cast for Version 5.6 includes Escoffier, Kinich, Navia, Raiden, Ifa, Lynette, Layla, Kujou Sara, and Thoma. While the 5-Star characters were previously revealed, the identities of the 4-Star characters remain less clear. Among them, Ifa will debut in this version and is likely to appear in the first half of the update.
Featured Characters in Genshin Impact Version 5.6
- Escoffier: 5-Star Cryo Polearm
- Kinich: 5-Star Dendro Claymore
- Navia: 5-Star Geo Claymore
- Raiden: 5-Star Electro Polearm
- Ifa: 4-Star Anemo Catalyst
- Lynette: 4-Star Anemo Sword
- Layla: 4-Star Cryo Sword
- Kujou Sara: 4-Star Electro Bow
- Thoma: 4-Star Pyro Polearm
For the supporting 4-Star cast, Layla is expected to align with Escoffier, while Kujou Sara is likely to be paired with Raiden. Thoma may join forces with Kinich in the upcoming banners. There’s speculation that the last slot could introduce a fresh character like Ororon, particularly given the compatibility he shares with Ifa. Lynette’s role is still in flux, holding potential to appear in either half of Version 5.6. Although some have raised concerns over Ifa’s nerfs during beta testing, Escoffier is anticipated to serve as a robust Support character for Hydro and Cryo hypercarries.
As Genshin Impact Version 5.6 approaches, players should remain vigilant with their Primogem reserves. Version 5.7 is poised to unveil Skirk, rumored to be a Cryo unit comparable to Mavuika, which could greatly influence Freeze team compositions. For those interested in diversifying strategies beyond Vaporize and Hyperbloom, Skirk and Escoffier are characters to watch closely as the meta evolves. Expect Version 5.6 to launch on May 7, 2025.