Genshin Impact reveals second half banners for version 6.4

Genshin Impact revealed the second half banners for version 6.4 as Skirk and Escoffier will be accompanied by Charlotte, Candace and Dahlia. With the end of the flagship for version 6.4 nearing Genshin Impact is setting the stage for its next set of banner events, this time giving two Cryo characters their first reprises. While Nod-Krai has primarily focused on Lunar Reaction and Hexerei teams when releasing new characters, the 2026 meta still highly values certain Freeze teams.

The key to a strong Freeze team Genshin Impact is that he has Escoffier on his account. Not only does the Famous Chef from Fontaine come with powerful buffs, but Escoffier also counts as a group healer, dealing respectable Cryo damage out of range. As such, he is one of the best supporting characters Genshin Impactbut only within her Freeze niche. This makes Escoffier ideal for hypercarries like Skirk, Neuvillette, Wriothesley and even Ayaka.

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Genshin Impact just revealed a huge wave of 5-star characters coming in version 6.4

Genshin Impact fans will be able to pick up ten recommended 5 stars in version 6.4 as the upcoming update puts emphasis on the nation of Mondstadt.

Name	Rarity	Element	Weapon	Debut version
Skirk	5-star	Cryo	Sword	Version 5.7
Escoffier	5-star	Cryo	Polearm	Version 5.6
Charlotte	4 star	Cryo	Catalyst	Version 4.2
Candace	4 star	Hydro	Polearm	Version 3.1
Dahlia	4 star	Hydro	Sword	Version 5.7

As it happens, the second half of version 6.4 will feature both Skirk and Escoffier, making it possible Gensin's impact players to get a premium core for their Freeze team. According to Genshin ImpactOn the official social media account, the second half banners will launch on March 17, 2026, with Skirk and Escoffier accompanying Charlotte, Candace and Dahlia. While it is preferred for players to have Escoffier on their Skirk team, Charlotte can be an alternate healer due to her synergy with Furina. Conversely, Dahlia can fill the Hydro teammate slot for Skirk in Furina's absence.

On the other hand, the Weapon Banner for the second half will feature Azurelight, Skirk's Signature Weapon, and Symphonist of Scents, Escoffier's Signature Weapon. While Azurelight can only take full advantage of Skirk v Genshin ImpactSymphonist of Scents is an extremely desirable 5-star polearm for any support character that can wield it (such as Iansan, Xiangling, and Rosaria).

Upcoming events Banners v Genshin Impact they represent the best value for players who have little interest in Lunar Reactions or the Hexerei system, or for newcomers working to complete their first team. However, due to the limited number of Primogems that appear, it may be worth skipping Skirk and Escoffier in favor of future 5-stars like Nicole and Linnea, due out in the first half of 6.5.

Genshin Impact Dahlia ability kit leak version 5.7

In addition to Linnea, it should be noted that version 6.5 will also include Nefer, Chasca, and Lauma. Players who have not yet built their Lunar-Bloom or Lunar-Crystallize team will want to store their Primogems in Genshin Impact for version 6.5. Conversely, those investing in a Varka or Hexerei character should keep in mind that both Nicole and Lohen should be released in 6.6. While it's still too early for any concrete information about version 6.7, the popular assumption is that the patch will feature Sandrone returning to the story as a playable character.

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Finally, one thing became clear in Nod-Krai. HoYovers fully adopted the Chronicled Banner in Genshin Impactallowing developers to place older characters on a dedicated regional banner to effectively make room for new additions. The Sumeru Chronicled Banner ran in version 6.0 and the Mondstadt Chronicled Banner returned in version 6.4. Given the emerging pattern, many Genshin Impact players are wondering if the Liyue, Inazuma, or Fontaine Chronicled Banner appears before the traveler enters Snezhnaya in version 7.0. The second half banners for version 6.4 are expected to last until April 8, 2026, when the next content update will also be released.