New Genshin Character Leaked for 5.0 Update

Genshin Impact 5.0 Update Leak Reveals New Dendro DPS Character

A new leak reveals details about a highly anticipated Dendro DPS character slated for Genshin Impact's 5.0 update, coinciding with the introduction of the Natlan region. This update, following Fontaine's storyline conclusion, promises a wealth of new content, including landscapes, characters, weapons, and narratives. Natlan, known as the Pyro nation and associated with warfare, is ruled by the Pyro Archon Murata, also called the God of War.

Insider information from leaker Uncle K points to a five-star male Dendro Claymore user. His abilities will reportedly center around the Bloom and Burning elemental reactions. Bloom, created by combining Dendro and Hydro, produces explosive Dendro Cores. Burning, a simpler reaction, applies a damage-over-time (DoT) effect when Dendro and Pyro interact. This character would be the first five-star Dendro Claymore wielder.

Community Concerns about Burning Reaction

The reliance on the Burning reaction raises eyebrows among players, as it's generally considered less potent than other Dendro reactions. While HoYoverse has confirmed a new five-star Dendro support, Emilie, for update 4.8 (initially a Burning-focused character but subsequently buffed for broader team compatibility), the effectiveness of Burning remains a point of discussion.

Natlan's Pyro Archon and Future Characters

Currently, the only confirmed addition to the roster is Natlan's Pyro Archon, whose debut is still pending. HoYoverse may unveil more Natlan characters during the Special Program event for update 4.8, anticipated around July 5th.

Further leaks suggest Columbina, the Third Fatui Harbinger, will serve as the main antagonist of the Natlan arc. This powerful Cryo user is speculated to become playable sometime in 2025.