The Genshin Impact Version 5.6 leaks have revealed major updates to upcoming banners, including a confirmed new 5-star Pyro character and strong hints at multiple playable Harbingers.
According to PickyChoco, new leaks suggest that Columbina, Capitano, and even the infamous Dottore could become playable. Meanwhile, the banner lineup for 5.6 is taking shape, with strong rerun candidates like Kokomi, Emilie, and Kunikuzushi.
Let’s break down everything we know about the new 5.6 banners, character reruns, and what these Fatui leaks could mean for the game’s future.
🔥 New 5-Star Pyro Character in 5.6 – Who is Effie?
✔ Confirmed: Effie (or Akefi) is a new 5-star Pyro character.
✔ Rumored Playstyle: Possibly a support or sub-DPS with food-related abilities.
✔ Speculation: May be linked to Natlan’s culture of cooking & flame-wielding warriors.
💡 Effie will likely be the only new 5-star character in 5.6, meaning expect strong reruns to accompany her.
⚡ Is Efa a 5-Star or 4-Star? Confusion Over His Rarity
One of the biggest mysteries surrounding 5.6 is the true rarity of Efa, the long-rumored Anemo character.
✔ Some sources claim Efa is a 4-star, which would be disappointing for fans hoping for another 5-star male unit in Natlan.
✔ Others argue that leaks pointing to Efa’s 4-star status are unreliable, and he may still be a 5-star character.
✔ Final confirmation will come soon, but for now, we should assume Effie is the main 5-star unit for 5.6.
💡 If Efa is a 4-star, then 5.6 might only have one new 5-star character, making the reruns even more important.
🔄 Genshin Impact 5.6 Banner Reruns – Who’s Coming Back?
⭐ Phase 1 (Likely Characters)
✔ Effie (5-Star Pyro)
✔ Efa (Potentially a 4-Star Anemo Unit)
✔ Kokomi (Strong candidate for a rerun)
⭐ Phase 2 (Speculated Reruns)
✔ Emilie (Highly anticipated rerun after her 4.8 debut)
✔ Kunikuzushi (Scaramouche) OR Muani (If Fontaine/Natlan focus continues)
🎯 Takeaways:
- Kokomi, Emilie, and Kunikuzushi have the strongest chances of rerunning.
- If Emilie doesn’t get a rerun, we might see Alhaitham or Muani instead.
- HoYoverse is still favoring Fontaine/Natlan reruns, so Fontaine’s connections to Natlan could influence the banner lineup.
💡 Since no Archon rerun is expected, 5.6 will likely focus on popular Fontaine and Natlan characters.
⚔️ Harbinger Leaks – Are Columbina, Capitano, or Dottore Playable?
One of the most exciting leaks from 5.6 involves multiple Fatui Harbingers potentially becoming playable in upcoming patches.
🤯 Confirmed Fatui Appearances in 5.6
✔ Columbina – Heavily rumored to debut in Nod-Krai, possibly with a unique combat style.
✔ Capitano – Last seen in Natlan, where he showed immense power and influence.
✔ Dottore – Some sources claim we might see a segment of him in 5.6.
💡 What’s REALLY interesting is the mention of a “cloning ability” linked to the Fatui.
Could This Mean The Tsaritsa’s Army Is Becoming Playable?
✔ Columbina’s potential playability is growing stronger, with rumors that she will wield unique combat mechanics.
✔ Capitano’s immense power makes him a strong candidate for a future 5-star release.
✔ Dottore’s presence in Nod-Krai raises speculation about whether one of his segments will become a playable unit.
🎯 Takeaways:
- Nod-Krai may introduce multiple Fatui Harbingers at once, making it one of the most lore-heavy expansions yet.
- If cloning abilities are involved, could we see multiple versions of Dottore in future battles?
- The leaks don’t confirm any of these Harbingers as playable yet, but the evidence is mounting.
💡 If any of these Harbingers become playable, they could completely shake up Genshin’s meta.
📌 Final Thoughts – What to Expect in Genshin Impact 5.6
✔ Effie is confirmed as a 5-star Pyro character, and Efa’s rarity remains unclear.
✔ Banner reruns likely include Kokomi, Emilie, and Kunikuzushi (or Muani/Alhaitham).
✔ Multiple Fatui Harbingers are appearing in 5.6, including Columbina, Capitano, and possibly a Dottore segment.
✔ Theories about cloning mechanics and Fatui playability are gaining traction, raising speculation about how Harbingers could function as future units.
💬 Do you think 5.6 will finally introduce a playable Fatui Harbinger? Who are you saving your Primogems for? Let us know in the comments!
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Frequently Asked Questions About Genshin Impact 5.6 Banners & Harbingers
Which new characters are coming in Genshin Impact 5.6?
Effie (Pyro 5-star) is confirmed. Efa is rumored to be a 4-star Anemo unit, but his rarity is still debated.
Are any Fatui Harbingers becoming playable in 5.6?
Leaks suggest Columbina, Capitano, and possibly a segment of Dottore will appear in 5.6, but their playability is not confirmed yet.
What is the rumor about Fatui Harbingers and cloning?
Some leaks mention a cloning ability among the Fatui, possibly linked to the Tsaritsa’s army or Dottore’s experiments.
When is Genshin Impact 5.6 expected to release?
Based on HoYoverse’s update schedule, Genshin Impact Version 5.6 should launch around **May 8, 2025**.