Genshin Roadmap 5.8 to 6.8: Every Banner, Rerun, and New Character ExploreGenshin

Between electrifying new characters and long-awaited reruns, Genshin Impact‘s patch cycle from Version 5.8 to 6.8 is shaping up to be one of the most packed and pivotal stretches in the game’s history. Gacha Nexus has compiled a comprehensive roadmap covering every major release—here’s a full breakdown of what to expect and what might be worth saving your Primogems for.

Version 5.8: Infa Debuts, Natlan’s Farewell

The final chapter of Natlan kicks off with the arrival of Infa, a five-star Electro polearm user. Infa specializes in Electro-Charged teams, bringing with her a unique Lunar Electrocharged reaction that amplifies elemental damage. She’s accompanied by her mechanical partner, Velatar, which passively zaps enemies and extends reaction uptime.

Key highlights:

Infa’s shield scales off ATK and adds teamwide EM with her burst
New reaction: Lunar Electrocharged
Likely her best use-case: Mono Electro-Charged and overload teams

Also expected in 5.8:

Reruns of Mulani, Chasca, and Seatlali — all key units from Natlan getting what could be their final banners before Nodcry begins
Yelan’s five-star skin, surprisingly not tied to a rerun

Version 6.0: Nodcry Begins With Two New 5-Stars

Patch 6.0 introduces the long-awaited Nodcry region, and with it come two brand-new five-star characters:

1. The Lightkeeper (Electro DPS)
A mysterious Electro sword wielder, built around powering up Electro-Charged teams. He may be a new cornerstone for reaction-based playstyles.

2. Daughter of Frost Moon (Geo DPS)
A crystallize-focused unit with synergy comparable to Navia. Expect new twists on defensive and resonance-based mechanics.

Also releasing in 6.0:

Cinematic teaser for Columbina around July 25
Full animated short introducing major elements of the Nodcry storyline

Version 6.1: Pyro Utility & Curatorium Secrets

A new Pyro support from the Curatorium of Secrets arrives in 6.1. She’s said to be Fontaine’s answer to Escafier, capable of buffing a wide variety of comps with:

Reaction synergy
Buffing tools (similar to Esfia)
Flexible team fit

Version 6.2: Duran Finally Enters the Game

One of the most lore-heavy characters yet, Duran, will debut in 6.2 as a Pyro DPS with Vaporize potential. More than just numbers, Duran’s release marks the arrival of the mysterious Farsus, a cosmic entity tied to the Nodcry narrative.

Key lore notes:

Duran is a golden creation reborn
His story will be a critical turning point in the ongoing Traveler arc

Version 6.3: Columbina and the White Horse Fairy

The first half of 6.3 is headlined by Columbina, the Third of the Fatui Harbingers and a Hydro support with:

Unique reaction interactions
Synergy with Nodcry units
Potential for hybrid DPS/support scaling

She’s expected to receive major promotional backing, including:

Cinematic teaser (6.0)
Animated short
Potential lore tie-ins with Celestia or The Sinner

Second half of 6.3:

The White Horse Fairy (Anemo female)
Associated with Isttheroth, she may pioneer Swirl-centric mechanics with potential pseudonym-based design inspiration

Version 6.4–6.5: Reruns, Chronicled Wishes, and Varka

Genshin’s Chronicled Wish system returns in 6.4 or 6.5 with a focus on:

Sumeru reruns: Alhaitham, Cyno, Nahida
Mondstadt reruns: Eula, Albedo, Venti

Patch 6.5 also brings the long-teased Varka, a five-star Anemo DPS and commander of the Western Knights. He’s been a key figure in the lore since 1.0 and will finally step into the spotlight.

Version 6.6–6.8: Nicole, Alice, and a Final Guide

These late-stage patches are filled with lore and narrative weight:

6.6: Nicole – A Cryo support tied to the mysterious witch “N,” potentially linked to the Traveler’s final arc
6.7: Alice – Klee’s legendary mother, a Pyro DPS who may break the rules of gameplay with her “otherworldly” origin
6.8: Unknown Guide of Snezhnaya – A yet-unnamed female character that will serve as a narrative bridge to the final region