Genshin Impact Unveils Banner Rerun for Beloved Character in v5.4

Genshin Impact 5.4 Leak Hints at Wriothesley Rerun After Over a Year

A recent leak suggests Wriothesley's highly anticipated rerun in Genshin Impact Version 5.4, marking over a year since his initial appearance in the Fortress of Meropide. This highlights the ongoing challenge Genshin Impact faces in balancing its ever-expanding roster of over 90 playable characters with the limited rerun slots available on Event Banners. Even assuming a single 5-star character release per patch, the sheer number of limited 5-star characters needing reruns annually far exceeds the available banner slots.

While the Chronicled Banner aimed to alleviate this issue, many players consider it a temporary solution. Shenhe's extended wait time of over 600 days before her Version 5.3 rerun exemplifies this problem. Until the introduction of triple banners, extended wait times between character reruns seem inevitable.

Wriothesley, a Cryo Catalyst introduced in Version 4.1, has been absent from Event Banners since November 8, 2023. His unique Cryo hypercarry capabilities and strong Burnmelt team performance make him a sought-after character. According to leaker Flying Flame, this drought will end with his inclusion in Version 5.4's Event Banners.

Potential for Wriothesley Banner in Version 5.4

It's crucial to approach Flying Flame's leaks with caution, given their mixed track record. While their prediction of a new Chronicled Banner in Version 5.3 proved accurate, other leaks have been inaccurate. However, the recent Spiral Abyss buff favorably impacts Wriothesley's playstyle, lending some credibility to this rumor.

Version 5.4 is also anticipated to introduce Mizuki, potentially Inazuma's first Standard Banner character. If Mizuki and Wriothesley share an Event Banner, the other banner could feature either Furina or Venti, as they are the only Archons yet to receive sequential reruns. Version 5.4's launch is expected around February 12, 2025.