Genshin Impact continues to captivate players with its ever-expanding roster of characters and exciting updates. In the latest reveal, HoYoverse has announced the second phase banners for Version 4.8, featuring the debut of a new character and the return of familiar favorites.

New Character Debut: Emilie

Version 4.8 introduces Emilie, a talented perfumer from Fontaine. Emilie is a 5-star Dendro Polearm character with a unique ability kit designed around the Burning Elemental Reaction. As the first character of her kind in Genshin Impact, Emilie promises to bring fresh dynamics to team compositions, especially with the anticipated Natlan characters.

Event Banners Lineup

In the second half of Version 4.8, Emilie is paired with Yelan on the Event Banners. Alongside these 5-star characters, players will find the following 4-star characters:

  • Razor: 4-star Electro Claymore
  • Xiangling: 4-star Pyro Polearm
  • Yanfei: 4-star Pyro Catalyst

While Razor makes his return after a long absence since Version 3.8, both Xiangling and Yanfei were recently featured in Versions 4.6 and 4.5, respectively. This lineup has sparked some criticism from players who feel that older 4-star characters are being favored, potentially to create a sense of FOMO (fear of missing out).

Weapon Banner Highlights

The Weapon Banner for the second half of Version 4.8 is notably impressive, featuring:

  • Aqua Simulacra: Yelan’s signature weapon, highly regarded as one of the best bows in the game.
  • Lumidouce Energy: A polearm designed for Emilie, offering CRIT RATE and ATK bonuses.
  • Favonius Warbow
  • Favonius Lance
  • Makhaira Aquamarine
  • Wandering Evenstar

These weapons provide a range of options for players looking to enhance their characters’ performance.

Community Reactions and Impact

The second phase banners for Version 4.8 have received mixed reactions from the Genshin Impact community. Veteran players may feel less enthused by the repeated appearance of certain 4-star characters, while newcomers stand to benefit significantly from these powerful additions to their rosters. Characters like Xiangling and Xingqiu remain staples in some of the strongest Spiral Abyss teams, highlighting their enduring value.

Conclusion

Genshin Impact Version 4.8 continues to build on the game’s rich tapestry of characters and mechanics. With the introduction of Emilie and the return of popular 4-star characters, players have much to look forward to in the coming weeks. The second half banners will be available from August 6 to August 27, 2024, offering a fresh wave of excitement for both seasoned players and newcomers alike.

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