In this article, we will tell you exactly when Update 5.2 will be released for Genshin Impact, what new banners, characters, events, quests, locations and enemies await players, as well as what weapons, bosses and maps for the Sacred Summon of the Seven will appear in the game. We will gradually update the article, so we recommend adding it to your bookmarks.
Note: At present, the information below is based not only on statements by the developers, but also on leaks and files obtained by data miners and testers, so it is not 100% reliable and may change over time.
Genshin Impact 5.2 Release Date
HoYoverse typically releases updates every six weeks, so the next patch is set to be released November 20, 2024. It will be replaced by version 5.3 around January 1 of next year.
The client will be available for pre-download a few days before its release. The developers will likely carry out maintenance work, which can last up to 5 hours. Players are usually given compensation in the amount of 300-600 Primogems.
Genshin Impact 5.2 Live Stream
miHoYo Studio almost always holds special streams 1.5-2 weeks before the release of a new update. They usually take place on Friday-Sunday. For this reason, the live stream for version 5.2 should take place November 8-10, 2024 at 15:00 Moscow time. During it, three promo codes for 300 Primogems will be posted.
New characters and banners
The miHoYo team has already officially introduced two new characters that will appear in the upcoming patch: Chaska and Ororon. Insiders shared information about their abilities and reruns of other heroes.
Phase One Banners
Informants suggest that the following fighters will be featured in banners in the first half of the patch:
- 5-star – Chaska (Anemo, bow) and Zhongli (Geo, spear).
- 4-star – Ororon (Electro, bow).
The First Years of Chaska's Life
passed in the tribe of kukusaurs. After returning to human society, it was quite difficult for her to adapt to the new environment. She often got involved in conflicts and ran away from home to the mountains without warning. Now Chaska acts as a rather formidable peacemaker, forcing the parties to the dispute to forget all previous disagreements. With the help of her skill, she will be able to fly above the ground, causing damage to several opponents at once. Apparently, she can be given the role of the main damage dealer in the team.
Ororonhas an extremely stubborn character. He talks to the plants in his garden and gives them names. It can also be understood that he has a rather close relationship with Aifa. It was the sauroveterinarian, who was mentioned in the lines of other characters in Natlan, who introduced the new hero to the players. Judging by the preliminary description of his abilities, he will be able to act as a secondary damage dealer in the squad.
In “Apocalypse of the Divine,” you can get Chaska's signature bow, Scarlet Star Vulture Feather.
Phase 2 Banners
The following fighters will most likely be released in the second half of the update (starts on December 11):
- 5-star – Venti (Anemo, bow) and Albedo (Geo, one-handed sword).
- 4-star – unknown at this time.
It was previously assumed that the developers would hold a new global event in Mondstadt, which would cause a Venti rerun, but now it is known that the main event will take place in Natlan, so its banner is unlikely to appear. We will update this information as soon as we receive more reliable information.
As for the weapon banner, it may feature the Elegy of Ruin bow (Venti's signature).
Pyro the Traveler
In update 5.0, the main character never received a new element at his disposal. According to rumors, he will be able to get the Pyro element only in patch 5.3 at the end of the Natlan story arc, when Mavuika gives him the heart of the god. However, it is possible that this will happen in the upcoming version.
New Locations
Insiders note that the developers plan to expand Natlan to the northeast, and the new area will be comparable in size to the first region of the Pyro Kingdom. One of the locations will be high in the sky and covered with dense fog on the map, which will most likely have to be removed as part of the mission, as happened on Inazuma.
By the way, it is in this area that the settlement of the Flower Feather Clan is located, in which people live together with the Kukusaurs – flying Saurians. The village is located high in the mountains, and on its territory there are hovering platforms. In the south, you can find the Night Wind Lords tribe, where most of the inhabitants are healers.
Players will also be able to visit Ochkatlan, the Eternal Empire, including its ancient capital built by the followers of the very first Pyro Archon.
New Saurians
Two new types of Saurians can be found in these locations. The Night Wind Lords will have Ictomisaurs, which are capable of performing high jumps and scanning selected areas.
The second type is the Kukusaur, who are friends with the inhabitants of the Flower Feather Clan. They are able to fly high above the ground, which can be useful for players to solve various puzzles and pass difficult tests.
New Weapons
In patch 5.2, players will find 4 new weapon options at once, including the Chaska signature weapon. They can be obtained during prayers and by completing the main event. The table below shows their approximate characteristics.
| Name | Characteristics | Ability |
|---|---|---|
Scarlet Star Vulture Feather (5-Star; Bow) | Base Attack: 46-608 Crit Damage: 14.4-66% | Activating the Dispersion reaction increases attack power by 24% for 12 sec. If there are 1/2 or more characters in the party with an element different from the element of the character equipped, their charged attack damage is increased by 20%/48%, and elemental explosion damage is increased by 10%/24%. |
Flower-Decorated Feathers (4 Stars; Bow) | Base ATK: 42-509 ATK: 9-41% | Reduces stamina consumption during flight by 15%. Charged attack damage while aiming with a bow is increased by 6% every 0.5 seconds. Can stack up to 6 times. The effect will disappear 10 seconds after exiting aiming mode. |
Whirlwind on the Waves (4 Stars; Catalyst) | Base Attack: 41-454 Energy Recovery: 13-61% | Reduces stamina consumption while swimming by 15%. Activating the skill increases the equipped character's Max HP by 20% for 10 sec. The effect can occur once every 15 seconds. For each Hydro character in the party, the Max HP bonus of this effect is further increased by 12%. The maximum additional bonus you can get this way is 24%. |
Calamity of the Blighted Waters (4-Star; One-Handed Sword) | Base attack: 44-564 ATK: 6-28% | Increases normal and charged attack damage by 20%, and normal and charged attack critical hit chance by 8% if the equipped character is protected by a shield. |
New Quests
Archon Quest
Most likely, only one story chapter will be released, which will be a direct continuation of the story of patch 5.1, that is, Mavuika is preparing to counterattack the Abyss, and the Traveler will have to help her in this.
Legend Quests
According to preliminary information, the developers are preparing to release a new quest chain dedicated to one of the tribes of Natlan. This time it will affect the Flower Feather Clan, that is, it will be directly related to Chaska.
World Quests
Of course, with the new area, additional missions will appear in the game that will reveal more information about the culture, history, and inhabitants of Natlan. At the same time, it is noted that some quests will be related to your named saurian.
New Enemies
Twilight Papilla: Type 1
We are talking about a new elite boss, which is a plant of the illusion of emptiness. Apparently, this enemy does not have any high resistance to this or that element, but is able to impose Decay, so shielders will not be of much use in the battle with him. He drops materials needed to evolve Chaska.
Elite and Common Enemies
Wyobs of Baneful Flame and Penetrating Cold, related to the Pyro and Cryo elements respectively, will appear. New Saurian-like warriors of the corresponding tribes, as well as wild Kukusaurs and Ictomisaurs will also be added.
Local Legends
The developers intend to add three new local legends at once. Their names and characteristics have not yet been revealed. Only the possible location of these opponents is known.
New Mechanics and Systems
Tribal Reputation
Considering the appearance of two new tribes at once, it should be assumed that they have their own reputation systems that will allow you to receive additional rewards.
Innovations
The list below includes several innovations that are designed to simplify the gameplay and make it more comfortable for players:
- The developers have prepared up to 400 Primogems for players who will be able to explore a new area in a limited period of time.
- You can use the “W” and “S” keys to switch between dialogue options, and the “F” key to select a specific answer.
- The artifact interface will change: you will be able to sort them by the date they were received (only 5-star ones), select favorite sets, and block unnecessary sets.
- Xbox users will be able to get the “Emerald Flash” wings in honor of the game's release on Microsoft consoles.
- Improved the work of the treasure compass – it will start showing fairies and trials. Plus, compasses and echo stones will automatically change when changing regions.
- Somehow strengthened the reactions of Broken, Overloaded, Charged and Superconductor.
Sacred Summoning of the Seven
The developers are preparing another update for the card game, which will add several new character and monster cards, namely: Rosaria, Sijwin, and Golden Wolf Chieftain. In addition, the game board will be updated.
New Events
Iktomi Spirit Search Scrolls
The main event of patch 5.2, which will take place in Natlan. It will include three mini-games related to exorcism and collecting scroll parts. For completing them, you will be able to get the 4-star one-handed sword Calamity of the Deadly Waters.
