The Version 5.8 banners are finally here, and if you’re wondering whether to wish for Citlali, Ineffa, or their signature weapons, you’re in the right place. Jello Impact breaks down everything you need to know in his latest video, and we’ve got all the important takeaways right here.
If you’re chasing meta teams, trying to build around Melt or Electrocharge, or just want to know if the new four-star characters and weapons are worth your primos—read on before you wish.
Citlali: The Queen of Melt
If you want to play Melt teams, Citlali is absolutely worth your primogems. She brings:
- Consistent Cryo application that follows you around
- Easy use with Thrilling Tales of Dragon Slayers
- 20% Cryo RES shred, which is more than enough for strong comps
- Flexible artifact sets like Tenacity, Instructor, or her signature Scroll of the Hero’s artifact set
- A decent shield that adds value in survivability
Pair her with characters like Arleino, Muika, or Gaming and you’ve got an extremely efficient Melt core. Even if another support like Nicole drops a year from now in Natlan, skipping Citlali just to wait feels like wasting an entire year of potential DPS.
Bottom line: If you want to play Melt, pull for Citlali. She’s far ahead of other options and very easy to use.
When NOT to Pull for Citlali
Don’t wish for her if you’re building around:
- Navia
- Skirk
- Mualani
- Freeze or Hydro-focused teams (her Cryo application interferes with Vape setups)
Citlali is niche but excellent at what she does.
Ineffa: A Powerful “Wait and See” Pick
Ineffa is looking very promising for meta teams, but the full picture won’t be clear until her artifact set is revealed. She has potential as:
- Best-in-slot support for Raiden Taser teams
- A strong piece in Electrocharge, Overload, and Bloom setups
- A powerful partner for Flyns, depending on what his kit looks like
But until we get her signature set and some real-world testing, it’s best to hold off if you’re pulling for meta reasons.
However, if you like her as a character, she’s not a bad pull—she’ll definitely be useful in a variety of team comps.
Four-Star Rundown: Good, But Less Impactful
It’s getting harder to recommend wishing just for four-stars. But this banner does feature some fan-favorites:
- Xingqiu: Still a top-tier support for Hydro teams, especially if you don’t own Yelan
- Fischl: Great in Overload and Electro teams, even if she’s seen better days in Dendro metas
- Sethos: A niche main carry with a weird walk-cancel playstyle—not recommended unless you’re into off-meta
If you’re new, these four-stars can carry you through early Spiral Abyss, especially when paired with an Anemo character.
Weapon Banner: Mostly a Skip
The 5.8 weapon banner looks like a skip for most players.
- Citlali’s weapon only beats Thrilling Tales on second rotations or in niche situations like Stygian Onslaught
- Ineffa’s weapon is a great stat stick with CRIT DMG and ATK buffs—but not essential unless you’re building around Flyns
- Four-stars like Bone Spear and Bone Sword are okay, but without refinements they’re not worth chasing
If you’re a Flyns fan, you might want Ineffa’s weapon for synergy later—but again, we need more info before making a call.
Final Verdict
Get Citlali if you want to play Melt comps or love characters like Arleino and Muika.
Wait on Ineffa if you’re only interested in meta performance.
Skip the weapon banner unless you’re specifically building for Flyns and are okay with the gamble.
And as always—pull for who you like and enjoy the game.
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Source: Jello Impact – 5.8 Banner Review
Frequently Asked Questions about Genshin Impact 5.8 Banners
Q: Should I pull for Citlali in 5.8?
A: Yes, if you’re planning to run Melt teams. She’s the best-in-slot support for that role and easy to build.
Q: Is Ineffa worth pulling right now?
A: Not yet. Wait for her full artifact set and testing results unless you’re a big fan of her design.
Q: Which four-stars are on the banner?
A: Xingqiu, Fischl, and Sethos. Xingqiu and Fischl are solid flex picks, especially for new players.
Q: Is the weapon banner worth it in 5.8?
A: Mostly no. Ineffa’s weapon is good but not essential. Citlali’s weapon is niche. Best to skip unless you’re targeting something specific.
Q: What team is Citlali best used in?
A: She shines in Melt teams alongside Arleino, Muika, and Pyro supports like Bennett or Gaming.
Q: What team is Ineffa good in?
A: Ineffa looks strong in Raiden taser teams, potential Flyns synergy, and some Bloom or Overload comps. Still waiting for confirmed testing.
