Summary
TheGenshin Impactwaiting list for Version 5.1 is out, and rather distressingly, it reveals that Shenhe has officially passed Eula’s record by not being featured in over 14 versions. While the world of Teyvat has often been praised for its open world content, it’s ultimately the characters that are the stars ofGenshin Impact. Throughout its history,Genshin Impact’s colorful cast was expanded by fan favorites such as Nahida, Neuvillette, and Navia.
WhileGenshin Impactplayers welcomed the new characters with excitement, it also meant that the developers had a harder time keeping the schedule of the Event Banners balanced. Less popular characters were bound to pay the price, as Eula famously went over500 days without a banner appearance inGenshin Impact. In Version 5.1, not only will Ganyu join the 500-day club, but Shenhe will also shatter Eula’s record of 568 days.
The waiting list chart was made by RapidFresh and shared on theGenshin Impactsubreddit, taking into account the recently confirmed Event Banners for Version 5.1 – where Xilonen, Chiori, Nahida, and Hu Tao will be the featured characters. WhileVersion 5.1 introduced Xilonen toGenshin Impact, out of the other three characters, only Hu Tao missed significant time on the Event Banners, having last featured during Version 4.1.
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It’s no secret that the absence of Shenhe and Ganyu has frustrated theGenshin Impactcommunity, especially since the pair were given premium outfits in Version 4.4. Furthermore, Wriothesley’s extended vacation from the Event Banners makes it plain that the developers aren’t quite sure what to do withCryo characters inGenshin Impact. Whereas Navia, Chiori, and Xilonen have addressed most of the major shortcomings of Geo, Cryo remains in a rather dire spot by comparison.
That being said, HoYoverse has hardly given up on the element, asCitlali inGenshin Impactis rumored to be a 5-Star Cryo Catalyst, with an ability kit of a premium Shield Support. In addition to Citlali, Capitano was shown to use Cryo during the events of Version 5.0, and while leaks are still uncertain about his status as a playable character during the Natlan era, the Fatui Harbinger will most likely be a 5-Star Cryo Sword hypercarry when he is released. While only Chasca and Wanderer are rumored for Version 5.2, players shouldn’t expect Ganyu and Shenhe until the next Lantern Rite. On the other hand, a banner appearance for Tartaglia and Zhongli seems likely, with the latter being guaranteed due to his status as an Archon.
WHERE TO PLAY
Step into Teyvat, a vast world teeming with life and flowing with elemental energy.You and your sibling arrived here from another world. Separated by an unknown god, stripped of your powers, and cast into a deep slumber, you now awake to a world very different from when you first arrived.Thus begins your journey across Teyvat to seek answers from The Seven — the gods of each element. Along the way, prepare to explore every inch of this wondrous world, join forces with a diverse range of characters, and unravel the countless mysteries that Teyvat holds…
