Symphony of Ice and Water: Predictions for New Characters in Genshin Impact Version 5.7
In the grand narrative of the Teyvat continent, there are always some mysterious figures silently influencing the course of destiny. Now, with the arrival of version 5.7, two such figures will step into our field of vision: she is the strongest warrior from the Abyss, and she is the guardian beneath the water element. Let us explore their stories in this symphony of ice and water.
The Ice Abyss: The Legend of Zhongli
In the darkness of the Abyss, there is such a legend: a woman wielding a one-handed sword, ruling this realm of despair with the power of ice. Her name is Zhongli, the disciple of “Primordial Chaos” Tsaritsa and the mentor of “Prince” Diluc. Her arrival will redefine the possibilities for ice element characters.
Zhongli’s combat style is as sharp and elegant as the icy rivers of the Abyss. Her skill system revolves around the concept of “Reason Beyond Reason,” an ability to create rifts in the team. When team members trigger ice element reactions, Zhongli can absorb these rifts to gain the powerful “Serpent’s Cunning” effect. This design makes her an indispensable ice element core in the team.
In her skill “All Streams Flow to the Sea,” Zhongli demonstrates her profound understanding of elemental resonance. When water or ice element characters in the team deal damage, she gains the “River of Death” effect, which not only enhances her normal attacks and elemental burst damage but also showcases her deep mastery of elemental power.
Most excitingly, Zhongli may have her own exclusive artifact set, “Final Serenade of the Deep.” The 2-piece and 4-piece effects of this set will greatly amplify her combat potential, especially in elemental energy management, offering a unique playstyle.
The Guardian of Water: Thalia’s Mission
In stark contrast to Zhongli is Thalia, a 4-star water element character who will join our team in a unique way. She is not only the first water element shield character in Genshin Impact but also a paragon of support and protection roles.
Thalia’s elemental burst provides a shield for the team and increases the team’s attack speed based on her maximum HP, with a maximum increase of 15%. This design makes her a crucial support character, especially in scenarios requiring high shields and output bonuses.
Her arrival offers more strategic options for team composition. When paired with other water or ice element characters, Thalia will demonstrate even greater utility.
The Symphony of Abyss and Protection
On this stage where ice and water intertwine, Zhongli and Thalia play different roles. One is the ultimate warrior from the Abyss, and the other is the guardian beneath the water element. Their arrival not only enriches the diversity of characters but also opens up new possibilities for team building.
While Zhongli pursues the pinnacle of power in the Abyss, Thalia guards the team’s hope with her shield. This contrast is reflected not only in their character roles but also in their background stories. Zhongli’s taciturn nature and Thalia’s gentle determination form two distinct personality traits.
Prepare for Ice and Protection
As version 5.7 approaches, it becomes increasingly important to prepare for the arrival of these new characters. Whether it’s stockpiling powerful artifacts for Zhongli or building suitable team compositions for Thalia, we need to be ready for their debut. Let us eagerly anticipate the dawn of version 5.7 and the new stories these two characters will bring to the world of Teyvat.