The winds of change are swirling through Teyvat as Genshin Impact prepares to unveil its next banners-introducing the long-awaited debuts of Skirk and Dahlia. As Version 5.7 approaches, anticipation is at a fever pitch, with both new sword-wielding characters poised to shake up team compositions and spark fresh strategies across Mobile, PC, PlayStation, and Xbox platforms. Will you be among the first to recruit these enigmatic newcomers when the banners drop on June 17, 2025?
Should you spend your Primos on the current gacha banner? Should you save up for the next one? We’re here to help you make that decision by letting you know who’s running and when the next banner starts.
The current character banners in patch 5.2 feature Chasca and Lyney, alongside the four-star characters Ororon, Sucrose, and Barbara. The weapon banners are the respective signature weapons of the featured five-star characters: the Astral Vulture’s Crimson Plumage bow and The First Great Magic bow.
What characters and weapons are in the next Genshin Impact banner?
The next Genshin Impact banners will introduce two new characters: Skirk, a Cryo sword-user, and Dahlia, a Hydro sword-user, both debuting in Version 5.8 according to official drip marketing. For the current active banners in Version 5.6 Phase II (May 27 to June 17, 2025), the featured 5-star characters are Kinich (Dendro, claymore) and Raiden Shogun (Electro, polearm), with the 4-star characters Thoma (Pyro, polearm), Kujou Sara (Electro, bow), and Lynette (Anemo, sword) also available. The weapon banner during this period highlights the 5-star Fang of the Mountain King (claymore) and Engulfing Lightning (polearm), alongside 4-star weapons Lion’s Roar (sword), Favonius Greatsword (claymore), Dragon’s Bane (polearm), Eye of Perception (catalyst), and The Stringless (bow). Additionally, the Chronicled Wish banner is active, featuring a wide selection of Inazuma characters and weapons, excluding Raiden Shogun and Mizuki.
The character banners that will run after Chasca and Lyney’s banners are for Zhongli and Neuvillette. The weapon banner will feature both of their signature weapons: the Vortex Vanquisher polearm and the Tome of the Eternal Flow catalyst.
Zhongli is a Geo polearm-user who exceeds at creating gigantic beefy shields and Neuvillette is a Hydro catalyst-user who blasts enemies away with giant horizontal waterfalls.
The four-star characters who will run alongside Zhongli and Neuvillette have yet to be announced, but will get properly revealed closer to the day their banners launch.
When does the next Genshin Impact banner start?
The next Genshin Impact banner is set to begin on June 17, 2025, at 8:00am server time, immediately following the conclusion of the current Phase 2 banners featuring Kinich and Raiden Shogun. This new banner will mark the start of Version 5.7, with highly anticipated debuts for the characters Skirk and Dahlia, though the exact order and details of their banners are yet to be officially confirmed. As with previous updates, the new event banners will run for about three weeks, giving players ample time to wish for the latest characters and weapons.
The Zhongli/Neuvillette banners will start at different times on Wednesday, Dec. 10 or Thursday, Dec. 11, depending on what server you’re playing on and what time zone you’re in. The times the banner changes are as follows.
North America
- Dec. 10 at 3 p.m. PST for the west coast of North America
- Dec. 10 at 6 p.m. EST for the east coast of North America
- Dec. 10 at 11 p.m. GMT for the U.K.
- Dec. 11 at 12 p.m. CET for western Europe/Paris
- Dec. 11 at 8 a.m. JST for Japan/Tokyo
- Dec. 11 at 10 a.m. AEDT for Australia/Sydney
Asia
- Dec. 10 at 2 a.m. PST for the west coast of North America
- Dec. 10 at 5 a.m. EST for the east coast of North America
- Dec. 10 at 10 a.m. GMT for the U.K.
- Dec. 10 at 11 a.m. CET for western Europe/Paris
- Dec. 10 at 7 p.m. JST for Japan/Tokyo
- Dec. 10 at 9 p.m. AEDT for Australia/Sydney
Europe
- Dec. 10 at 9 a.m. PST for the west coast of North America
- Dec. 10 at 12 p.m. EST for the east coast of North America
- Dec. 10 at 5 p.m. GMT for the U.K.
- Dec. 10 at 6 p.m. CET for western Europe/Paris
- Dec. 11 at 2 a.m. JST for Japan/Tokyo
- Dec. 11 at 4 a.m. AEDT for Australia/Sydney
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What surprises await in the upcoming Genshin Impact banner lineup
Surprises in the Upcoming Genshin Impact Banner Lineup
New Characters and Long-Awaited Returns
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The upcoming Version 5.7 banners are packed with surprises, most notably the long-anticipated debut of Skirk, a five-star Cryo DPS unit with a unique playstyle that is expected to shake up team compositions.
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Emilie, a five-star Dendro character, will also make her first appearance, adding fresh strategic options for players.
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The second phase brings the return of Mavuika, the powerful Pyro Archon from Natlan, and Shenhe, a Cryo support who hasn’t been featured in a limited banner for over two years-making this one of the most stacked updates in recent memory.
New Four-Star Units
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Two new four-star units, Dahlia (Hydro) and Yaoyao (Dendro), are confirmed, with more four-stars yet to be revealed, keeping the community guessing about further surprises.
Reruns and Community Excitement
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Fans are particularly excited to see Shenhe and Mavuika featured together, as both have strong followings and have been requested for reruns.
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The inclusion of both new and returning high-demand characters is generating significant buzz and anticipation within the community.
Weapon Banners and Event Rewards
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Alongside the character banners, expect new signature weapons tailored for these featured characters, as well as event rewards and limited-time items to further incentivize pulls and participation.
In summary, the next Genshin Impact banners promise a blend of long-awaited character debuts, exciting reruns, and new four-star additions, making Version 5.7 one of the most anticipated updates for both veteran and new players alike.
Which new characters and weapons are most likely to surprise us in the next banners
Most Surprising New Characters and Weapons in the Next Genshin Impact Banners
New Characters Likely to Surprise:
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Skirk: Making her long-awaited debut, Skirk is a new five-star character expected to bring a unique Cryo DPS playstyle. Her release has been highly anticipated and is considered a major surprise for many players.
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Dahlia: Another new addition, Dahlia is also a sword user, and her kit is expected to offer fresh mechanics and team-building possibilities.
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Sithli (Sitali): Rumors suggest Sithli could appear for the first time, either as a four-star or a five-star, with notable synergy alongside Skirk. Her elemental shield and off-field Cryo damage could shake up current meta compositions.
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Mavuika: While not new, Mavuika’s rerun is generating excitement due to her rarity and strength, and her pairing with other top-tier characters in the same banner phase is unexpected.
Weapons That Could Surprise:
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New Five-Star Swords: Since both Skirk and Dahlia are sword users, new five-star swords tailored to their kits are expected to headline the next Epitome Invocation weapon banner.
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Event-Exclusive Four-Star Weapons: Weapons like Akoumaru (claymore), Wavebreaker’s Fin (polearm), and Mouun’s Moon (bow) will be available for a limited time, giving players access to rare and powerful gear not often seen in banners.
Potential Standard Banner Changes:
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There are ongoing rumors about new characters such as Mizuki (Anemo), Sitali, and Yansan being added to the standard banner, which would be a significant shake-up if implemented soon.
In summary, the next banners are poised to surprise players with the debut of Skirk and Dahlia, the possible introduction of Sithli, and new signature weapons designed for these characters. Event-exclusive four-star weapons and potential changes to the standard banner lineup further add to the sense of unpredictability and excitement.
