Summary
A reliable source in theGenshin Impactcommunity has revealed what players can expect from the new Artifact Sets coming in Version 5.0, as Natlan will seemingly bring a unique combat mechanic to the table. AsGenshin Impactbids farewell to Fontaine in Version 4.8, its gaze slowly turns towards the enigmatic region of Natlan. Version 5.0 is expected to be released in late August 2024, and will introduce three new characters to theGenshin Impactroster.
These new characters were revealed in therecentGenshin Impactteaser for Natlan. Out of the trio, Kachina is expected to be a 4-Star Geo Polearm, whereas Kinich will be the first 5-Star Dendro Claymore. By contrast, Mualani will be another 5-Star Hydro Catalyst, though it remains to be seen how her ability kit will differ from characters such as Neuvillette, Kokomi, and Mona.
According to FouL, the new Artifact Sets for Version 5.0 will revolve around a combat mechanic unique to Natlan characters known as Night Spirit. It is currently unknown what the Night Spirit does, or how it is triggered, but it’s safe to assume that it will be the Natlan equivalent toArkhe from Fontaine. Whereas Arkhe was primarily an exploration gimmick, it’s possible that Night Spirit is a more combat-oriented feature inherent to all Natlan characters.
First Set
Second Set
While details are scarce at the moment, the new Artifact Sets strongly imply that thePyro Archon inGenshin Impactwill likely have an ability kit capable of enabling the Night Spirit feature for characters that are not native to Natlan. Whereas the first Artifact Set appears to be made with Natlan characters in mind, the second Artifact Set should be viable with any hypercarry as long as one of their supports is from Natlan.
Though some players were hoping HoYoverse would add more characters that use the Bond of Life mechanic, it’s rumored that Kinich will be made with Burning teams in mind. Out of thetwo Artifact Sets introduced in Version 4.6, it would seem that Unfinished Reverie will end up being the more valuable one in the long term. Those who want to give Burning teams a try should look to obtain Emilie, who will make her debut in the second half of Version 4.8. While Emilie is perfectly suited for Burnmelt teams featuring Wriothesley or Ganyu, as well as Burgeon teams featuring Baizhu and Furina, her potential synergy with Kinich in Version 5.0 should also be considered.
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