The latest season of Imaginarium Theater in Genshin Impact 5.5 has now launched, running until April 30, 2025. This exciting iteration introduces players to challenges featuring Anemo, Electro, and Pyro elements. Players will need to curate their character selections carefully to navigate through various stages, facing formidable bosses like the Hydro Tulpa, Tenebrous Papilla, and the Algorithm of Semi-Intransient Matrix of Overseer Network (ASIMON).
In this article, we highlight the most effective characters to utilize to successfully conquer the current season of Imaginarium Theater.
Essential Characters for Genshin Impact’s Imaginarium Theater – April 2025
For this season, only Anemo, Electro, and Pyro characters are in play. Here’s a breakdown of the top contenders for clearing challenges in Imaginarium Theater:
1. Mavuika (Main DPS)
Mavuika stands out as one of the most powerful DPS characters this season. She excels at rapidly dismantling the Tenebrous Papilla’s shield and unleashes significant upfront damage through her Elemental Burst. While the absence of Cryo characters may prevent the premium team synergy with Citlali, players can pair her with the Season’s Special Guest, Xilonen, to tackle tanky bosses effectively.
2. Chasca (Main DPS)
As another potent Natlan character, Chasca proves invaluable in the Imaginarium Theater. She can efficiently break the Tenebrous Papilla’s shield while her aerial attacks keep her out of harm’s way. A highlight of using Chasca is her adaptability; she generates substantial damage even in random team lineups, making her a reliable choice for this season’s encounters.
3. Varesa (Main DPS)
The new five-star Electro character, Varesa, is an excellent choice for the challenges ahead. Her synergy with Iansan—the other Electro unit—enables players to achieve smooth clears in most chambers. If you’re attempting the Visionary Mode, consider reserving Varesa for Act 10, where an Electro character is critical to defeating ASIMON.
4. Ororon (Sub-DPS)
Ororon serves as an off-field AoE sub-DPS, making him a versatile option for this season. He works well with virtually any Pyro DPS, triggering Overloaded reactions. His AoE attack capabilities are particularly advantageous in monolith defense chambers, where clearing multiple enemy waves quickly is essential.
5. Kazuha (Support)
In light of the inclusion of Anemo units this season, Kazuha is an exceptional support character that can enhance team dynamics. Known for providing buffs and effective crowd control, Kazuha shines in the monolith defense chamber by drawing enemies away from the monolith, reducing the risk of damage.
6. Arlecchino (Main DPS)
Should you have access to Arlecchino or enlist her from friends, bring her along for this season’s challenges. She boasts a lightning-fast attack speed and substantial damage output per hit, making her ideal for taking down bosses like the Hydro Tulpa. Pairing her with another Natlan character can also facilitate the defeat of the Tenebrous Papilla.
7. Xiangling (Sub-DPS)
Xiangling acts as an off-field AoE damage dealer who works effectively with Electro DPS units including Raiden Shogun and Varesa. Depending on the chamber type, players can deploy Xiangling to face off against waves of enemies or save her for critical moments against bosses such as Hydro Tulpa or Tenebrous Papilla.
8. Iansan (Support)
Despite her recent introduction in Genshin Impact 5.5, Iansan has quickly become a top-tier support character, comparable to Bennett. Her ability to synergize with agile characters like Mavuika, Clorinde, and Varesa provides additional versatility for any team composition this season.