Genshin Impact players are no strangers to leaks. Despite miHoYo’s best efforts, details about upcoming content often find their way online, sparking excitement and speculation within the community. The latest wave of leaks surrounding Version 4.7 is particularly interesting, hinting at new playable characters, a free 4-star weapon, and a major revamp of the challenging endgame activity, Spiral Abyss.
New Characters on the Horizon
The leaks suggest the arrival of three new characters in Version 4.7: Clorinde, Sigewinne, and Sethos. While miHoYo hasn’t revealed any official details, these leaks offer some insights into their potential roles. Clorinde is rumored to be an Electro character, wielding the power of lightning. Sigewinne, on the other hand, is speculated to be a Hydro character, manipulating the element of water.
However, the most buzz surrounds Sethos. While details about their element are scarce, leaks suggest they will be a bow user, specializing in rapid-fire attacks imbued with the power of lightning. This hints at a character focused on dealing sustained Electro damage, potentially filling a niche currently unoccupied in the Genshin Impact roster.
Cloudwearer: A Free Bow Fit for a King (or Queen)
Perhaps the most exciting leak for players is the reveal of the Cloudwearer, a free 4-star bow. According to the leaks, this bow boasts a base ATK of 510 and a healthy amount of Elemental Mastery (165). These stats make it a strong contender for many bow-wielding characters, particularly those who benefit from Elemental Mastery to amplify their elemental reactions.
Interestingly, leaks suggest the Cloudwearer will be a free weapon obtainable through an event in Version 4.7. This would be a major boon for players, especially new ones, as it provides a powerful and versatile weapon without the need for gacha pulls. Additionally, the leaks speculate that the Cloudwearer will be released alongside Sethos’s banner, making it a perfect fit for the rumored Electro bow user.
A Streamlined Spiral Abyss
Another significant change hinted at in the leaks is a revamp of the Spiral Abyss, the challenging endgame dungeon that tests players’ team building and combat skills. Currently, the Spiral Abyss consists of 12 floors, each with three chambers. However, leaks suggest Version 4.7 might introduce a streamlined format with eight floors, each containing a single chamber.
This change could have significant implications for how players approach the Spiral Abyss. With fewer chambers to conquer, the focus might shift towards having strong single-target DPS characters and well-coordinated team compositions to clear each chamber efficiently. It remains to be seen if this format will be easier or more difficult than the current one, but it certainly promises a fresh challenge for veteran players.
A Tentative Look Ahead
It’s important to remember that these are leaks, and miHoYo hasn’t officially confirmed any of this information. However, past leaks have proven to be quite accurate, so there’s a good chance these rumors hold weight. If true, Version 4.7 seems to be shaping up as a major update for Genshin Impact, offering players new characters to collect, a powerful free weapon, and a revamped endgame challenge to conquer. With more information likely to be revealed closer to the update’s release, players can keep their eyes peeled for official announcements from miHoYo.
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