Genshin Impact 5.5 – 5.8 Banner Leaks: Save Your Primogems

Genshin Impact’s upcoming updates from Version 5.5 to 5.8 are shaping up to be some of the most stacked banners we’ve seen in a while. According to Daddy Shogun, new five-star characters, highly anticipated reruns, and game-changing DPS units are on the horizon—including the long-awaited debut of Skirk and a possible Mavuika rerun.

Let’s break down everything we know so far so you can plan your Primo gem savings wisely.

🎯 Genshin Impact 5.5 – Who’s Coming?

🌟 New Additions to the Standard Banner

Mizuki is officially joining the Standard Banner, meaning losing a 50/50 could now result in pulling Mizuki instead of the usual Jean, Diluc, or Qiqi.
Whether this is a win or an L depends on your account, but it does add some fresh variety to the Standard pool.

🔥 5.5 Limited Banners (Phase 1 & 2)

⭐ Phase 1: Varesa & Xianyun

✔ Varesa (Electro – Catalyst): A plunge attack-focused DPS, mixing elements of Xiao and Gaming with Electro-infused abilities.
✔ Xianyun (Anemo – Catalyst): A plunge attack support, making her the perfect synergy partner for Varesa.

💡 Why Pull? If you love high-mobility gameplay, Varesa + Xianyun is an insane combo.

⭐ Phase 2: Xilonen & Venti

✔ Xilonen (Hydro – Bow): One of the best support characters in the game, this might be her last rerun for a while.
✔ Venti (Anemo – Bow): The original Archon and the king of crowd control, still valuable in exploration and Spiral Abyss.

💡 Why Pull? Xilonen is a must-have for Hydro-focused teams, and Venti remains useful for AoE control.

🎯 Genshin Impact 5.6 – New Characters & Reruns

🌟 New Five-Stars & Four-Stars

Effie (Pyro – Polearm) OR Fontaine Character?
- Early leaks suggested Effie was from Natlan, but recent rumors indicate she might actually hail from Fontaine.
- Leaks hint at strong synergy with Skirk, making her potentially game-changing.
Ifa (Anemo – Catalyst, 4-Star)
- Originally rumored to be Pyro, but confirmed as Anemo in the 5.5 Special Program.
- Full kit details are unknown, but he could introduce new Anemo playstyles.

🔄 Possible Reruns

✔ Emily (Dendro – Catalyst) – A strong Dendro sub-DPS, long overdue for a rerun.
✔ Kinich (Dendro – Sword) – One of the most powerful Dendro DPS characters.
✔ Mualani (Hydro – Catalyst) – Might return, but uncertain due to the Fontaine/Natlan focus.

💡 Why Pull? If you missed out on Emily or Kinich, 5.6 could be your best shot at grabbing them.

🎯 Genshin Impact 5.7 – Skirk’s Grand Debut?

🌟 New Five-Stars & Artifact Set

Skirk (Cryo – Sword)
- A freeze-focused powerhouse rumored to redefine Cryo DPS gameplay.
- The 5.5 artifact set appears tailor-made for her, increasing normal/burst damage based on energy levels.

🔄 Possible Reruns

✔ Mavuika (Pyro – Claymore) – The long-awaited Pyro Archon, potentially returning in 5.7.
✔ Mualani or Chasca – Could also be in this phase, but rerun speculation remains uncertain.

💡 Why Pull? Skirk + Effie might be the best Cryo synergy team ever, and if Mavuika returns, this patch is a Primo gem must-save event.

🎯 Genshin Impact 5.8 – Summer Event Update

🌟 New Character – Dozia (Mondstadt – 4-Star)

A mysterious new character from Mondstadt.
Connections to Barbara & Rosaria, suggesting involvement in the Summer Event storyline.
Element & weapon type unknown.

🔄 Expected Reruns

Likely focused on Natlan characters who haven’t had a rerun yet.
No solid leaks yet, but Fontaine/Natlan characters seem to be prioritized.

💡 Why Pull? If Dozia turns out to be a strong Mondstadt support, he could be a valuable addition to your roster.

📌 Final Thoughts – Should You Pull or Save?

Most Anticipated Characters:
✔ Skirk (Cryo DPS) – Likely meta-defining, possibly the best Cryo character in the game.
✔ Mavuika (Pyro Archon?) – If she returns, this could be the last chance to grab her for a long time.
✔ Varesa & Xianyun – Perfect synergy for plunge-based gameplay.
✔ Effie (Pyro Polearm) – Strong support potential for Cryo teams.

Best Reruns to Watch For:
✔ Xilonen (Hydro Support) – One of the best Hydro enablers, this might be her last rerun.
✔ Emily & Kinich (Dendro Powerhouses) – If you need Dendro DPS, these two are top-tier.

Who Should Skip?
❌ If you already have top-tier Cryo or Pyro DPS units, you might want to wait and see how Skirk & Effie perform.
❌ If you prefer Fontaine/Natlan characters, hold out for more rerun confirmations.

💬 Who are you most excited for? Are you saving for Skirk, rolling for Varesa, or hoping for Mavuika’s return? Drop your thoughts in the comments!

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