So, Genshin Impact fans, here we go again with the leaks! This time, it looks like Version 5.1 might just drop something pretty exciting—a free 4-star Hydro character, Candace! Yeah, you read that right, free. This leak comes from a source the community trusts, so it’s looking like we could all be getting our hands on Candace during one of the upcoming events.
Who’s Candace, Anyway?
In case you’ve forgotten or just haven’t pulled her yet, Candace is a Hydro polearm user with some serious sub-DPS potential. Her kit is all about supporting your main DPS by boosting normal attacks and adding that Hydro flavor to them. Sounds fun, right? She’s usually available through the standard banners, but if these leaks are anything to go by, Version 5.1 will let us snag her for free during the Sabzeruz Festival. Yeah, free characters—we love to see it.
What’s the Deal with the Sabzeruz Festival?
Ah, the Sabzeruz Festival. If you’re not familiar, it’s a Sumeru celebration that honors the birth of Nahida, the Dendro Archon. And sure, it’s a time for in-game festivities (yay, rewards!), but let’s be real—we’re all here for that free character, right? If this leak is accurate, it looks like Candace will be part of the festival’s rewards, so be ready to grind those event quests!
What Else is Coming in Version 5.1?
Oh, there’s a lot more to be excited about! Along with Candace, we’re hearing about some sweet new cosmetics for Zhongli and Keqing through the Envisaged Echoes event. And the Archon Quest will keep rolling on, with two new acts that’ll dive deeper into the story over in Natlan. The lore nerds are going to eat this up.
Speaking of fan favorites, it looks like Liben (you know, the NPC who gives us rewards for random stuff we’ve got laying around) is making a return. And if you’re looking for a challenge, the new Phlogiston Aphids event is set to push your skills. Plus, for you co-op lovers, the Reminiscent Regimen event is coming back, giving us another shot at teaming up with friends—or randoms—and showing off our co-op skills.
New Characters and Banner Re-Runs—Who’s Up Next?
And here’s the part everyone’s waiting for—the new characters. The leak says we’re only getting one new character this time around: Xilonen, a five-star Geo support. She’s all about utility, bringing shields and buffs to the table. Sounds solid, but as always, we’ll have to see how she plays in practice.
Banner re-runs? While we don’t know exactly who’s coming back, it’s a safe bet we’ll get at least one Archon re-run. HoYoverse tends to do that after dropping a new region, so maybe Zhongli or Raiden Shogun will be gracing us with their presence again. If you missed out on them the first time, now’s your chance to start saving those Primogems!
Primogem Grind: How Much Can We Expect?
Speaking of Primogems, we’ve got some rough estimates on how many we’ll be able to gather during Version 5.1. The leak suggests we’re looking at around 10,140 free Primogems—which, if you’re counting, is about 63 wishes. Not too shabby, right?
Now, if you’re a Blessing of the Welkin Moon subscriber, you’re looking at 89 wishes total, which puts you pretty close to that 90-pull pity system. We all know that feeling of finally hitting that pity pull, so here’s hoping you’ve got some good luck stored up!
Just a heads-up though, these Primogem counts don’t include anything extra from unlocking new teleport waypoints, and, as far as we know, there’s no new area in Natlan in 5.1, so that might explain the slightly conservative estimate.
So, What’s Next?
Alright, that’s all we’ve got for now—but remember, leaks aren’t set in stone. Things could change between now and the official update, but the source is solid, so it’s looking pretty reliable. We’re expecting Version 5.1 to drop around October 9, so it won’t be long before we find out for sure.
In the meantime, make sure you’re keeping up with the latest leaks and news so you’re not caught off guard. And hey, maybe get started on your Primogem hoarding if you haven’t already—Candace, Xilonen, or whoever else they throw at us, it’s always better to be prepared!