With Genshin Impact’s Version 5.5 just around the corner, Fontaine News has shared a detailed breakdown of everything arriving in this highly anticipated update. From new characters and events to map expansions and massive quality-of-life improvements, this patch is shaping up to be one of the most exciting yet. Plus, free-to-play players can earn up to 82 free wishes, making it the perfect time to plan your pulls.

Here’s everything you need to know about Genshin Impact 5.5, including new banners, artifacts, events, and how to maximize your Primogems.

📢 New Characters: Verisa & Iansan Join the Roster!

Version 5.5 introduces two new Natlan characters, each bringing fresh mechanics and powerful team synergies.

⚡ Iansan – The New 4-Star Electro Polearm Support

Iansan is a versatile attack buffer who boosts her team’s attack power through her Ultimate, which scales based on Night Soul Points.

  • Provides a powerful attack buff that increases as she gains Night Soul Points.
  • Secondary healing ability that, while not the strongest, offers some survivability.
  • Boosts elemental bonuses via the Cinder City artifact set, making her an essential support for various team comps.
  • Great for exploration, as her sprinting skill makes traversing Natlan’s volcanic terrain much easier.

⚡ Verisa – The 5-Star Electro Catalyst DPS

Verisa is an Electro DPS focused on plunging attacks, bringing a dynamic new combat style to Genshin Impact.

  • Elemental Skill: Dashes toward enemies, dealing Electro damage and accumulating Night Soul Points.
  • Plunging Attack Mechanic: Her charged attack launches her into the air, enabling high-damage plunging attacks.
  • Fiery Passion Mode: At 40 Night Soul Points, her normal, charged, and plunging attacks gain massive boosts, making her one of the most unique DPS characters in the game.
  • Ultimate Ability: During Fiery Passion mode, she enters Apex Drive, boosting her Electro AoE damage and resistance to interruption.
  • Exploration Bonus: Verisa’s special sprint allows her to run across water, making her extremely valuable for traversing Natlan.

🎯 Upcoming Banners – Who to Pull?

Phase 1 Banners:

  • Verisa (New 5-Star Electro Catalyst)
  • Xianyun (Plunge Attack Support)
  • Iansan (New 4-Star Electro Support)

💡 Best for players who love high-mobility combat, plunge attack synergy, and powerful attack buffs.

Phase 2 Banners:

  • Xilonen (Top-tier Elemental Resistance Shredder)
  • Venti (Anemo Archon with unmatched crowd control)

💡 Best for players looking for a support-focused banner. Xilonen boosts DPS characters significantly, while Venti remains an excellent pick for crowd control.

🛡 New Artifact Sets – Game-Changing Bonuses!

Version 5.5 introduces two new artifact sets, designed to enhance plunge attack damage and Cryo DPS characters.

1️⃣ Long Night’s Oath – Perfect for Verisa, Xiao, and other plunging attack characters.

  • 2-piece bonus: +25% Plunge Attack DMG
  • 4-piece bonus: Further boosts Plunge Attack DMG and Charge Attack DMG based on prior attacks.

2️⃣ Cryo Bonus Set (Unnamed) – Likely designed for Skirk, who is rumored to debut in Version 5.7.

  • 2-piece bonus: +15% Cryo DMG
  • 4-piece bonus: Increases Normal and Ultimate DMG under specific conditions.

🌍 New Map Expansion: Natlan’s Volcano & Collective of Plenty

Version 5.5 expands Natlan’s map with two brand-new regions:

  • 🏜 Collective of Plenty – A resource-rich zone filled with unique puzzles and secrets.
  • 🌋 Natlan’s Volcano – A high-risk, high-reward area featuring a new world boss and extreme environmental hazards.

🔹 Expect new exploration mechanics, hidden rewards, and lore expansions.

🏆 Major Events – Earn Free Primogems & Rewards!

🔥 Tournament of Glory & Bloom (Main Event)

  • Gameplay Modes:
    • Bloomflower Trials – Participate in battles to help Natlan’s tribes expand their territories.
    • Saurian Treasure Seeker – Guide Aorian through obstacle courses to uncover hidden riches.
  • Free Character Reward: Ororon (4-Star Electro Bow)
  • Other Rewards: Primogems, Mora, Ascension Materials, and a Crown of Insight.

🔹 Overflowing Favor (Double Artifact Drop Event!)

  • Players will receive double artifact drops during specific farming sessions.
  • Great for grinding the new artifact sets!

🎁 Total Free Primogems & Pulls in Version 5.5

Free-to-play players can earn up to 82 wishes during this update, which is enough for a guaranteed 5-star character.

If you have a Blessing of the Welkin Moon subscription, this number increases to 106 total wishes.

✨ Best Ways to Earn Free Primogems:
✔ Daily Commissions & Spiral Abyss
✔ Limited-time events & exploration rewards
✔ Login bonuses & special promo codes

🛠 Sanctifying Elixir System Gets Buffed!

One of the biggest quality-of-life changes in Version 5.5 is the artifact enhancement rework.

  • Sanctifying Elixir now guarantees at least two upgrades into your chosen substats.
  • This means farming for perfect artifacts is now much easier!

🎯 Final Thoughts – Should You Pull in 5.5?

💡 Best Picks for This Update:
✔ Verisa + Xianyun – Perfect for Plunging Attack builds.
✔ Xilonen – Must-pull for high-end elemental resistance shredding.
✔ Venti – Still a top-tier unit for crowd control & exploration.

If you’re looking for new DPS options, Verisa brings a completely fresh combat style, while Xianyun remains an excellent support for plunge-focused teams.

However, if you’re saving for Skirk (expected in 5.7), you might want to hold off and plan your Primogems accordingly.

💬 Which Banner Are You Pulling For?

Are you excited for Verisa’s debut or saving for future banners like Skirk and Mavuika? Let us know in the comments!

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Frequently Asked Questions About Genshin Impact 5.5

What makes Verisa unique in Genshin Impact?

Verisa is a 5-star Electro DPS specializing in powerful Plunging Attacks, featuring a unique mechanic that resets her Elemental Skill for fast-paced combat.

Is Iansan worth pulling for?

Iansan is an excellent 4-star Electro support who provides a massive attack buff, secondary healing, and access to the powerful Cinder City artifact set.

How many free Primogems can players earn in Version 5.5?

Free-to-play players can earn up to 82 wishes, while those with a Welkin Moon subscription can reach up to 106 wishes.