HoYoverse has confirmed the release of Genshin Impact, titled The Day the Flames Return, for March 26th. The update takes players to explore new areas of Natlan, including the mysterious Great Volcano of Tollan and the sacred city hidden within its depths. Furthermore, new characters and gameplay improvements promise to make the experience even more immersive.
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New characters and abilities expand combat strategies
Iansan, in turn, is a 4-star warrior who wields a spear and specializes in support. Her Ultimate empowers allies' attacks and grants continuous healing to the active character, an effect that intensifies as the team moves across the battlefield. Both will be available in the first phase of the Event Prayer, alongside Xianyun's return. In the second phase, Xilonen and Venti will also have reappearance banners.
The arrival of version 5.5 introduces Varesa and Iansan to the playable roster, both of the Electro element. Varesa, a 5-star character who uses a catalyst, stands out for her immersive attack, which amplifies damage and reduces energy cost when entering the Scorching Heat state. Thus, her unique talent allows her to recover Phlogiston by consuming food, facilitating the team's resource management.
The Great Volcano of Tollan and the Abundance Collective tribe
The southwestern region of Natlan opens up to players with the arrival of the update. The Great Volcano of Tollan, revered as the Sacred Mountain, guards a secret city built by ancient dragons. Therefore, by venturing through the area, players will uncover the mysteries of the Blessing of the Lord of Flames and encounter a new tribe, the Collective of Abundance.
This community values physical strength and holds competitions to demonstrate power. Thanks to the fertile volcanic soil, their harvests are abundant, and their fruits are known for their unique sweetness. However, the volcano does not always remain inert, and its occasional eruptions cause rockslides that require attention.
Unprecedented transformation and special events
One of the biggest new features of the update is the ability to transform into the Tantakasaurus, a unique saurian creature of the tribe. This creature can destroy rocks called Pulverites, as well as move quickly across water or the dangerous Liquid Phlogiston. This mechanic adds new ways to explore and interact with the environment.
The Floral Trials, a Natlan tradition, return with new challenges. In the event, players join Mavuika and Ifa to save a Saurian affected by a rare disease. Another attraction is the Saurian Treasure Hunt minigame, in which it will be possible to help a small Saurian overcome obstacles and collect rewards. As a bonus, the character Ororon can be recruited for free during the event.
New boss and improvements to the player experience
Version 5.5 also adds a new boss, the Lava Dragon Statue, found in the geothermal fissures of the volcano. The battle promises to be one of the most intense challenges of the update.
Furthermore, improvements to the artifact system have been implemented. Now, when using the Sanctifying Elixir, players are guaranteed at least two increases to the chosen bonus attribute during strengthening, optimizing equipment enhancement.
Available for free on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox, PC, and mobile devices, Genshin Impact continues to expand its universe with constant updates. The arrival of version 5.5 promises not only new challenges but also an even deeper immersion in the world of Teyvat.