Players can get two 5-star characters for free as part of Genshin Impact's sixth anniversary celebration.
Genshin Impact Version 7.1, “A Rekviem for the Underworld”, is set to release on 23 September with two new 5-star characters in Vesna and Vodyanitsa as well as the dramatic continuation of the Snezhnaya Archon Quest, which will also see the Traveler challenge Ronova in a new Weekly Boss battle.
Version 7.1 will also include Genshin Impact's sixth anniversary celebration event, with players receiving free Primogems, Intertwined Fates, and two 5-star characters of their choice, among plenty of other rewards.
But before we get to the details, don't forget to redeem the preview livestream codes for the usual freebies.
Genshin Impact Version 7.1 preview livestream codes:
- Rekviem–100 Primogems and 10 Mystic Enhancement Ore
- Vesna0923–100 Primogems and five Hero’s Wit
- PrimaDonna–100 Primogems and 50,000 Mora
Genshin Impact 7.1 adds new 5-stars Vesna and Vodyanitsa
Vesna
Vesna joins Genshin Impact's roster as a 5-star Anemo Sword wielder, known for her unwavering loyalty to the Tsaritsa as the youngest Commander in Druzhna history. In combat, Vesna can convert Cryo Swirl reactions into Stellar Swirl reactions. Using her Elemental Skill
and other abilities, Vesna can summon Spirit Blades and gain stacks of "Sword Essence." She can then consume "Sword Essence" stacks with a special Elemental Skill to command the Spirit Blades to strike enemies. When Spirit Blades attack near a Stellar Vortex, their attacks are treated as Stellar Swirl reaction DMG. Her Elemental Burst summons another wave of Spirit Blades to deal AoE Anemo DMG while restoring "Sword Essence."
Vesna also offers a unique way to explore the open world, as she uses her fairy-like wings to take flight during exploration.
Vodyanitsa
Vodyanitsa is a 5-star Hydro Catalyst wielder, as well as a kind-hearted Water Imp that serves as the Prima Donna of Snezhnograd's Korolevskiy Troupe. In combat, Vodyanitsa can transform into her Water Imp form and sustain her song through her Elemental Skill, continuously healing the active character, reducing enemies' Hydro and Cryo RES, and boosting the active character's ATK. In this form, she can also move swiftly through the water. Her song further empowers Stellar Vortices, reducing enemies' Anemo RES and increasing Stellar Swirl reaction DMG. Her Elemental Burst carries her voice across the battlefield, dealing AoE Hydro DMG.
While exploring the open world, Vodyanitsa can remain in her Water Imp form and move freely even outside the water.
Vesna and Vodyanitsa will both be available to pull during the first phase of Genshin Impact Version 7.1. The second half of the version will then feature reruns for Escoffier and Skirk.
Version 7.1's Archon Quest adds Ronova as new Weekly Boss
In Genshin Impact Version 7.1's Archon Quest, the crisis in Snezhnaya continues to deepen as the Traveler will finally come face-to-face with the Tsaritsa and uncover the true strategy behind her years-long effort to collect the Gnoses. Meanwhile, Ronova, the Ruler of Death, has used her authority to severely hinder Snezhnaya's progress, bringing an inevitable showdown ever closer. The arrival of Rhinedottir, the Ruler of Life, only adds further uncertainty to the unfolding situation.
The Traveler will head to the front lines and fight alongside the forces of Snezhnaya in a climactic battle against Ronova, with Dainsleif also appearing to help in the fight. The Ruler of Death will also appear as a new Weekly Boss, giving players the chance to confront her overwhelming power firsthand.
But the Traveler will also provide his services in Snezhnaya outside of battle. Starting in Version 7.1, the Traveler can also take on special assignments issued by the Tsaritsa's Confidential Secretary, helping handle matters both great and small while gaining deeper insight into the Tsaritsa's approach to governing Snezhnaya.
Genshin Impact players to get two free 5-stars as part of sixth anniversary celebration
Version 7.1 will also mark Genshin Impact's sixth anniversary, with players receiving plenty of rewards to celebrate the milestone. For the first time, players who complete the latest Archon Quest will be able to choose one event-exclusive 5-star character for free from a select
lineup at any point during Version 7.1. This event-exclusive free 5-star character selector will also be available in future anniversaries.
And as with previous anniversaries, the Traveler will be heading back to Liyue as the long-awaited Moonchase Festival returns after five years. Yilong Wharf has been transformed for the festivities, but beneath the celebrations lies a mystery from the past that even Zhongli and Zibai have yet to unravel. The festival will also introduce three new mini-games inspired by Liyue thaumaturges, with a variety of rewards up for grabs, including a new 4-star Sword.
