Genshin Impact Characters Explained

If you’re just starting out in Genshin Impact, the vast world and frequent updates of the game can be overwhelming, and with new characters being introduced regularly, it can be hard to keep track of them all. To help, we’ve compiled a summary of the current roster of Genshin Impact characters, categorized by rarity and element, along with an explanation of when new characters might be released.

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Characters In Genshin Impact

At the time of this writing, there are a total of 79 playable characters in Genshin Impact, including unique characters like the Traveller and limited-time additions like Aloy from Horizon Zero Dawn. These characters cover a range of elements, with each element having a varying number of characters available.

To give you a clearer picture, let’s break down the roster:

• Anemo (Wind): There are 11 characters that harness the power of wind, including six ultra-rare 5-stars and five fantastic 4-stars.
• Pyro (Fire): Fire’s fury is wielded by 14 characters. This hot group is split between six 5-stars and eight 4-stars.
• Cryo (Ice): Similarly, 14 characters chill their enemies with ice, with an even split of six 5-stars and eight 4-stars.
• Geo (Earth): The stable and sturdy earth element is represented by 8 characters, divided equally between four 5-stars and four 4-stars.
• Electro (Electricity): Lighting up the scene are 11 characters, with four 5-stars and seven 4-stars.
• Hydro (Water): Making a splash are 11 Hydro characters, featuring eight 5-stars and three 4-stars.
• Dendro (Nature): The newest addition to the elemental lineup, Dendro, also has 8 characters, split into four 5-stars and four 4-stars.

To check which characters in Genshin Inpact are available to you, simply log in to the game and access the Character Archive through the Paimon icon. Characters you don’t own will be grayed out, making it easy to see who you still need to unlock.

Genshin Impact All Characters List

This Genshin Impact All Characters list is your compass in the vast world of Teyvat, where each character brings a unique twist to the game, with their own special abilities, backstory, and role. Whether you’re strategizing over elemental combinations, exploring every nook and cranny of the map, or simply enjoying the story, there’s something for every type of player. Below, you’ll find an alphabetically organized table of all playable characters, along with key details such as their weapon type, elemental affinity, star rating, and release date.

No	Name	Stars	Element	Weapon	Release Date	Description
1	Albedo	5 Stars	Geo	Sword	December 23, 2020	A genius alchemist known for his intellect and calm demeanor, stationed in Mondstadt.
2	Alhaitham	5 Stars	Dendro	Sword	January 18, 2023	A distinguished scholar from Sumeru, wielding the wisdom of Dendro.
3	Aloy	5 Stars	Cryo	Bow	September 01, 2021	A brave hunter from another world, skilled in archery and survival.
4	Amber	4 Stars	Pyro	Bow	September 28, 2020	Mondstadt’s sole Outrider, always ready for adventure with her fiery spirit.
5	Arataki Itto	5 Stars	Geo	Claymore	December 14, 2021	The charismatic and bold leader of the Arataki Gang, known for his strength and tenacity.
6	Baizhu	5 Stars	Dendro	Catalyst	May 02, 2023	The mysterious owner of Bubu Pharmacy in Liyue, harboring knowledge of medicine and secrets.
7	Barbara	4 Stars	Hydro	Catalyst	September 28, 2020	Mondstadt’s deaconess and a pop idol, bringing healing and joy to all.
8	Beidou	4 Stars	Electro	Claymore	September 28, 2020	The fearless captain of the Crux Fleet, known for her prowess as a pirate and warrior.
9	Bennett	4 Stars	Pyro	Sword	September 28, 2020	An adventurous boy who has more enthusiasm than luck, always finding himself in peril.
10	Candace	4 Stars	Hydro	Polearm	September 28, 2022	A guardian of Aaru Village, wielding the power of Hydro to protect her people.
11	Charlotte	4 Stars	Cryo	Catalyst	November 08, 2023	A knight from Fontaine with a heart as cold as her elemental power, defending her homeland.
12	Chevreuse	4 Stars	Pyro	Polearm	January 09, 2024	A fiery noble from Fontaine, skilled in both diplomacy and battle, with a passion for justice.
13	Chongyun	4 Stars	Cryo	Claymore	September 28, 2020	A calm and collected exorcist from Liyue with a cool head and even cooler abilities.
14	Collei	4 Stars	Dendro	Bow	August 24, 2022	A budding ranger from Sumeru, eager to explore the world and protect the ones she loves.
15	Cyno	5 Stars	Electro	Polearm	September 28, 2022	The vigilant General Mahamatra of Sumeru, striking down enemies with lightning precision.
16	Dehya	5 Stars	Pyro	Claymore	March 01, 2023	A fiery warrior from Sumeru, her strength and courage burn as bright as her element.
17	Diluc	5 Stars	Pyro	Claymore	September 28, 2020	Mondstadt’s dark knight hero, wielding fire and his claymore to protect his city.
18	Diona	4 Stars	Cryo	Bow	November 11, 2020	The pint-sized bartender of Mondstadt, serving up icy arrows and colder drinks.
19	Dori	4 Stars	Electro	Claymore	September 09, 2022	A merchant with a knack for getting what she wants, electrifying her way through deals and battles.
20	Eula	5 Stars	Cryo	Claymore	May 18, 2021	The Spindrift Knight, her dance on the battlefield as graceful as it is deadly.
21	Faruzan	4 Stars	Anemo	Bow	December 07, 2022	A scholar of Sumeru, her wisdom and wind guide her allies to victory.
22	Fischl	4 Stars	Electro	Bow	September 28, 2020	The Prinzessin der Verurteilung, summoning thunder and tales of fantasy.
23	Freminet	4 Stars	Cryo	Claymore	September 05, 2023	A new challenger from Fontaine, his frosty demeanor hiding a warm heart.
24	Furina	5 Stars	Hydro	Sword	November 08, 2023	Fontaine’s aquatic guardian, her elegance matched only by her mastery of the sword.
25	Gaming	4 Stars	Pyro	Claymore	January 31, 2024	A fiery competitor from Liyue, his passion for victory ignites the battlefield.
26	Ganyu	5 Stars	Cryo	Bow	January 12, 2021	The secretary to the Liyue Qixing, her arrows as precise as her diligence.
27	Gorou	4 Stars	Geo	Bow	December 14, 2021	A loyal general of the Watatsumi Island, his strategy and arrows always hit their mark.
28	Hu Tao	5 Stars	Pyro	Polearm	March 02, 2021	The 77th Director of the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor, she dances with fire and the spirits.
29	Jean	5 Stars	Anemo	Sword	September 28, 2020	The Acting Grand Master of the Knights of Favonius, her blade as swift as the wind.
30	Kaedehara Kazuha	5 Stars	Anemo	Sword	June 29, 2021	A wandering samurai from Inazuma, his poetry as powerful as his swordplay.
31	Kaeya	4 Stars	Cryo	Sword	September 28, 2020	The Cavalry Captain of the Knights of Favonius, charming and mysterious.
32	Kamisato Ayaka	5 Stars	Cryo	Sword	July 21, 2021	The Shirasagi Himegimi, her elegance and icy swordplay command respect.
33	Kamisato Ayato	5 Stars	Hydro	Sword	March 30, 2022	The head of the Kamisato Clan, his leadership and hydro tactics are unparalleled.
34	Kaveh	4 Stars	Dendro	Claymore	May 02, 2023	A brilliant architect from Sumeru, his designs and battle plans are both groundbreaking.
35	Keqing	5 Stars	Electro	Sword	September 28, 2020	A member of the Liyue Qixing, her electric speed and precision are unmatched.
36	Kirara	4 Stars	Dendro	Sword	May 24, 2023	A spirited adventurer from Inazuma, her curiosity and blade are sharp as ever.
37	Klee	5 Stars	Pyro	Catalyst	October 20, 2020	Mondstadt’s explosive expert, her joy for bombs only matched by her destructive power.
38	Kujou Sara	4 Stars	Electro	Bow	September 01, 2021	A loyal retainer of the Shogun, her arrows strike with the speed and ferocity of thunder.
39	Kuki Shinobu	4 Stars	Electro	Sword	June 21, 2022	The reliable deputy of the Arataki Gang, her blade and wits are equally sharp.
40	Layla	4 Stars	Cryo	Sword	November 18, 2022	A studious scholar from Sumeru, her knowledge as vast as the night sky.
41	Lisa	4 Stars	Electro	Catalyst	September 28, 2020	The Librarian of the Knights of Favonius, her electrifying knowledge overwhelms foes.
42	Lynette	4 Stars	Anemo	Sword	August 16, 2023	A graceful duelist from Fontaine, her movements as fluid as the wind.
43	Lyney	5 Stars	Pyro	Bow	August 16, 2023	Fontaine’s flamboyant archer, his fiery arrows light up the battlefield.
44	Mika	4 Stars	Cryo	Polearm	March 21, 2023	A young recruit of the Knights of Favonius, his determination as cold and sharp as ice.
45	Mona	5 Stars	Hydro	Catalyst	September 28, 2020	The enigmatic astrologist, her predictions and hydro powers shape the tides of battle.
46	Nahida	5 Stars	Dendro	Catalyst	November 02, 2022	The Lesser Lord Kusanali of Sumeru, her connection to nature bends the battlefield to her will.
47	Navia	5 Stars	Geo	Claymore	December 20, 2023	A stalwart defender from Fontaine, her presence as solid and unyielding as the earth.
48	Neuvillette	5 Stars	Hydro	Catalyst	September 27, 2023	A refined gentleman of Fontaine, his hydro tactics wash away any opposition.
49	Nilou	5 Stars	Hydro	Sword	October 14, 2022	A graceful dancer from Sumeru, her performances captivate both allies and enemies.
50	Ningguang	4 Stars	Geo	Catalyst	September 28, 2020	The Tianquan of the Liyue Qixing, her strategic mind shapes the battlefield like jade.
51	Noelle	4 Stars	Geo	Claymore	September 28, 2020	A dedicated maid of the Knights of Favonius, her resolve is as strong as her armor.
52	Qiqi	5 Stars	Cryo	Sword	September 28, 2020	An undead pharmacist from Liyue, her icy touch brings both healing and frostbite to foes.
53	Raiden Shogun	5 Stars	Electro	Polearm	September 01, 2021	The Electro Archon of Inazuma, her decree is absolute, as is her mastery of the polearm.
54	Razor	4 Stars	Electro	Claymore	September 28, 2020	A boy raised by wolves in Mondstadt, his wild strength tears through enemies.
55	Rosaria	4 Stars	Cryo	Polearm	April 06, 2021	A nun with a cold demeanor from Mondstadt, her spear strikes are as sharp as her tongue.
56	Sangonomiya Kokomi	5 Stars	Hydro	Catalyst	September 21, 2021	The divine priestess of Watatsumi Island, her wisdom flows like water, healing all wounds.
57	Sayu	4 Stars	Anemo	Claymore	August 10, 2021	A pint-sized ninja with a big heart from Inazuma, her whirlwind slashes leave enemies dizzy.
58	Shenhe	5 Stars	Cryo	Polearm	January 05, 2022	A disciple of the adepti in Liyue, her frosty demeanor belies a burning determination.
59	Shikanoin Heizou	4 Stars	Anemo	Catalyst	July 13, 2022	An unconventional detective from Inazuma, his keen intellect unravels any mystery.
60	Sucrose	4 Stars	Anemo	Catalyst	September 28, 2020	A Mondstadt alchemist, her experiments whirl enemies into a vortex of discovery.
61	Tartaglia	5 Stars	Hydro	Bow	November 11, 2020	Also known as Childe, his hydro arrows carve through enemies like the tides.
62	Thoma	4 Stars	Pyro	Polearm	November 02, 2021	The loyal housekeeper of Kamisato Ayaka, his fiery spirit protects friends fiercely.
63	Tighnari	5 Stars	Dendro	Bow	August 24, 2022	A vigilant forest watcher from Sumeru, his arrows sow seeds of victory.
64	Traveler	5 Stars	Varies	Sword	September 28, 2020	An interstellar visitor with the ability to wield multiple elements.
65	Venti	5 Stars	Anemo	Bow	September 28, 2020	The whimsical Windborne Bard of Mondstadt, with the power to summon breezes.
66	Wanderer	5 Stars	Anemo	Catalyst	December 07, 2022	Once known as Scaramouche, his journey is as turbulent as the wind.
67	Wriothesley	5 Stars	Cryo	Catalyst	October 17, 2023	A scholar whose knowledge freezes over any who dare oppose him.
68	Xiangling	4 Stars	Pyro	Polearm	September 28, 2020	A chef from Liyue, her culinary creations explode with flavor and fervor.
69	Xianyun	5 Stars	Anemo	Catalyst	January 31, 2024	A maestro whose melodies command the very wind, orchestrating victory.
70	Xiao	5 Stars	Anemo	Polearm	February 03, 2021	A yaksha sworn to protect Liyue, his spear purges all evil in its path.
71	Xingqiu	4 Stars	Hydro	Sword	September 28, 2020	A bookish noble from Liyue, his swordplay is as fluid as the verses he recites.
72	Xinyan	4 Stars	Pyro	Claymore	December 01, 2020	Liyue’s rock ‘n’ roll musician, her performances ignite the heart.
73	Yae Miko	5 Stars	Electro	Catalyst	February 16, 2022	The enigmatic Guuji of the Grand Narukami Shrine, her foxfire illuminates the truth.
74	Yanfei	4 Stars	Pyro	Catalyst	April 28, 2021	A legal advisor from Liyue, her fiery seals pronounce judgment on her foes.
75	Yaoyao	4 Stars	Dendro	Polearm	January 18, 2023	Liyue’s cheerful herbalist, her healing touch is as gentle as the spring’s embrace.
76	Yelan	5 Stars	Hydro	Bow	May 31, 2022	A mysterious figure from Liyue, her watery arrows ensnare her targets in fate’s flow.
77	Yoimiya	5 Stars	Pyro	Bow	August 10, 2021	Inazuma’s fireworks maker, her explosive arrows light up the night sky.
78	Yun Jin	4 Stars	Geo	Polearm	January 05, 2022	A renowned opera singer from Liyue, her performances fortify her allies’ resolve.
79	Zhongli	5 Stars	Geo	Polearm	December 01, 2020	The God of Contracts from Liyue, his command over stone is absolute.

Genshin Impact Best Characters

Listing the Genshin Impact best characters depends heavily on several factors, which is why giving a definitive answer is tricky. However, we can guide you through understanding what makes a character strong and suggest some top choices, based on different roles and playstyles:

Factors to Consider:

• Team Composition: Different characters synergize better with certain elemental combinations and team roles (DPS, Support, Healer). Choosing characters who complement each other’s strengths is crucial.
• Artifact Builds and Weapons: Proper equipment choices can significantly improve a character’s performance. Optimizing these is essential for unlocking their full potential.
• Personal Playstyle: Do you prefer fast-paced attackers, strategic supports, or durable tanks? Choose characters that suit your preferred combat style.
• Game Content: Are you tackling Spiral Abyss, exploring the open world, or participating in specific events? Different characters might shine in different situations.

Genshin Impact Best Characters By Role:

Main DPS:

• Hu Tao: Powerful Pyro DPS with high damage potential, but requires good timing and HP management.
• Ganyu: Cryo archer with exceptional AoE damage and versatility.
• Ayaka: Cryo sword user with strong burst damage and good synergy with Freeze teams.
• Raiden Shogun: Electro spear user with consistent off-field damage and burst support capabilities.

Sub-DPS/Support:

• Xiangling: Pyro spear user with strong off-field Pyro application, ideal for Melt and Vaporize teams.
• Fischl: Electro bow user with consistent Electro application and high damage potential.
• Bennett: Pyro sword user with excellent healing and Attack buffing capabilities.
• Kazuha: Anemo sword user with powerful crowd control and elemental damage buffing.

Healer:

• Kokomi: Hydro Catalyst user with strong healing and off-field Hydro application.
• Jean: Anemo sword user with versatile healing, damage, and crowd control abilities.
• Diona: Cryo bow user with good healing, shielding, and Cryo application for Melt teams.

Note: This is just a small selection, and many other characters can be viable depending on your specific needs and preferences.

Additional Tips:

• Research individual characters and their potential team compositions before investing resources.
• Experiment with different combinations and playstyles to find your personal favorites.
• Utilize online resources and community guides for in-depth analysis and team building advice.

Remember, the best characters in Genshin Impact are ultimately the ones you enjoy playing and can effectively integrate into your team. So, with experimentation and strategic team building, you can unlock the true potential of any character in Genshin Impact.

Genshin Impact New Characters

Genshin Impact new characters are regularly introduced with each major update, typically releasing one to three characters every six weeks. These updates often include both 5-star and 4-star characters, with occasional reruns of older characters in featured banners. If you’re looking to recruit new characters, keep an eye out for major updates, especially the large regional expansions that occur annually, offering fresh faces and exciting new content.

Let’s break down how this expanding list of Genshin Impact new characters has grown since the game release:

• Version 1.0 Launch: Genshin Impact started its journey with a bang, introducing 22 characters right off the bat. Among these pioneers, 18 were four-star heroes, reliable and strong, while 16 were the coveted five-star characters, including the versatile Traveller.

• Inazuma (Versions 2.0 to 2.8): As we ventured into the electrifying realm of Inazuma, 17 new characters joined the fray. This batch included ten five-star characters, showcasing unique powers and stories, among them the special guest Aloy. Seven four-star characters also made their debut, each bringing their own flair to the adventure.
• Sumeru (The Next Chapter): The exploration of Sumeru wrapped up with 17 characters enriching the story. This consistency in character releases aligns with HoYoverse’s pattern of introducing around 17 new faces annually.
• Fontaine (Current Expeditions): Halfway through our journey in Fontaine, we’ve already been graced by 11 new characters. If the pattern holds, we can anticipate about six more exciting introductions.

Character Releases per Patch:

• Wondering how often you can expect new characters? Roughly every six weeks, with each update bringing about one to three new characters. Typically, you’ll see one new five-star and one new four-star character. Occasionally, some patches might surprise us with two new five-stars.

A Look Back:

• Genshin Impact also loves to give us a second chance at meeting characters we might have missed. Four-star characters often return in the game’s rate-up banners, giving players another shot at recruiting them. Additionally, beloved five-star units from the past occasionally return as the stars of their own featured banners.

When to Dive In:

• If you’re waiting for the perfect moment to start or dive back into Genshin Impact, aim for the launch of a new regional expansion. These updates happen yearly, usually around the end of summer or early fall, and bring with them a slew of new characters, a fresh Archon to discover, and hidden gems scattered across the new lands. Planning to join the adventure with the arrival of a new region is a great strategy, as it gives you a fresh starting point filled with opportunities to gather valuable resources and meet new characters.

Genshin Impact’s world is vast and filled with stories waiting to be told and heroes waiting to be discovered. Whether you’re a seasoned explorer or a newcomer eager to set sail, the game’s regular updates and character introductions promise a journey that never grows old. Keep an eye on for the next big update, and may your travels through Teyvat be filled with wonder and excitement.

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