Genshin Impact players should keep their eyes open for Version 4.5, as one long-awaited character is set to have a banner rerun in the upcoming patch.
Genshin Impact may have some good news for Albedo fans, as a reliable source confirmed that the Chalk Prince will make his triumphant return alongside Chiori in Version 4.5’s Event Banners. Though initially rumored for Version 4.3’s Event Banners in Genshin Impact, Albedo and Itto were replaced by Ayaka and Yoimiya, respectively. Given that Roses and Muskets features Ayaka, Ayato, and Yoimiya’s trip to Fontaine, the banner change makes sense, even though it offers little comfort to Albedo fans who have been waiting for a rerun since November 1, 2022.
With Genshin Impact‘s Version 4.4 Event Banners set to feature Xianyun, Nahida, Yae Miko, and Xiao, fans who wanted Albedo will at least have some additional time to save up on Primogems. Chenyu Vale is set to launch in Version 4.4 as well, and while zone exploration does not yield too many Primogems, the Lantern Rite patch has traditionally been generous when it comes to handing out Intertwined Fates.
Albedo and Chiori – the Event Banners for Version 4.5 – were confirmed by Little_Teyvat, a reliable source in the Genshin Impact Leaks community, and they certainly line up with previous information concerning the banner order of Genshin Impact characters. While fans already expected Chiori to make her debut in Version 4.5 (with Arlecchino launching in 4.6), Albedo’s rerun is a welcome addition. It’s assumed that Chiori will be a 5-Star Geo Sword character, and though her ability kit remains a mystery, players are hoping that HoYoverse introduces the first 5-Star Geo healer to Genshin Impact.
Upcoming Genshin Impact 5-Star Characters
Version 4.4
Xianyun: 5-Star Anemo Catalyst
Nahida: 5-Star Dendro Catalyst
Xiao: 5-Star Anemo Polearm
Yae Miko: 5-Star Electro Catalyst
Version 4.5
Chiori: 5-Star Geo Sword
Albedo: 5-Star Geo Sword
While it remains to be seen which characters will join Chiori and Albedo in Version 4.5, the recent changes to Version 4.4’s Event Banners have displaced Shenhe and Ganyu from the banner order. Taking this into consideration, it’s quite likely that at least one of Xianyun’s adoptive daughters will feature in Version 4.5. Furthermore, since Shenhe and Ganyu are receiving a new outfit during the Lantern Rite, HoYoverse probably isn’t interested in holding off their rerun for too long.
There is one more thing to account for, as Albedo’s best-in-slot weapon is the Cinnabar Spindle, an exclusive 4-Star Sword that can no longer be obtained by new players. While HoYoverse is under no obligation to rerun a Limited Event weapon reward, creating a viable alternative for Version 4.5 would be a great way to boost player interest in one of Genshin Impact‘s most underrated characters.
by CHRISTIAN MILLER 30 Dec 2023
