The Genshin Impact 7.0 livestream drops tonight at 8 PM—did you hit that reminder button yet? While we’re all sitting on the edge of our seats patiently waiting for the stream to start, why not sneak a peek at what Hoyo has cooked up? We’ve got the juicy leaks floating around the community right here, from fresh reaction mechanics to old characters getting massive upgrades. So let’s look at some spicy spoilers.
Genshin Impact 7.0 Banner Schedule
Here is the estimated banner schedule for Version 7.0:
|
Phase |
Estimated Duration (Subject to Official Announcement) |
New Characters |
Rerun Characters |
|
7.0 Phase 1 |
August 12, 2026 – September 2, 2026 |
Odette (5★) Alyosha (4★) |
Arlecchino "The Knave" |
|
7.0 Phase 2 |
September 2, 2026 – September 23, 2026 |
(No new character) |
Ineffa Flins |
New Genshin Impact 7.0 Characters
The next patch introduces two brand-new units that revolve around the upcoming Astral reaction meta.
Odette: The Astral Swirl Off-Field Enabler
Role: Off-field Sub-DPS and Support (pairs amazingly with Sandrone).
Kit Highlights:
- Offers a 20-second off-field DPS window.
- Grants the entire team a 14% Astral Reaction Base DMG buff and a massive 60% Astral Reaction DMG boost.
- Converts regular Superconduct and Swirl into Astral Superconduct and Astral Swirl for teammates like Cyno and Mizuki.
Alyosha: Off-Field Electro & Healer
Role: Astral Superconduct Support, off-field Electro application, and healing.
Kit Highlights:
- 20-second off-field Electro application paired with active healing.
- Buffs the active character with a 50.04% ATK boost, 40% Astral Reaction DMG, and 100 Elemental Mastery.
Genshin Impact 7.0 Rerun Characters
In addition to the newly debuting characters, the rerun banner roster for Version 7.0 has drawn widespread attention. According to community leaks, the three characters expected to return in this patch are:
- "The Knave" Arlecchino: The hugely popular Pyro main DPS with formidable damage output will be making a heavy-hitting comeback in this banner!
- Ineffa: One of the highly anticipated rerun characters tailored to synergize with the new mechanics and version environment.
- Flins: A highly discussed and eagerly awaited rerun choice within the community.
(Note: Please refer to tonight's official preview livestream for the exact banner UP order and release schedule.)
Genshin Impact 7.0 Buffs: Old Characters and Weapons
It looks like Hoyo is finally dusting off some classic units and giving them much-needed love in 7.0.
- Mizuki: Gets reworked into the very first dedicated Astral Swirl main DPS!
- Qiqi: Her support kit, which previously only buffed Astral Superconduct, will now trigger on Astral Swirl too.
- Legacy Weapons: The preview teaser also hints at buffs for select classic weapons, though specific details are still under wraps.
Summary
With all these game-changing kits and Snezhnaya right around the corner, saving up your Primogems is definitely the play. If you’re looking to max out your pulls without hurting your wallet, pop over to Mone to score sweet discounts on Genesis Crystals and Welkin Passes before 7.0 drops.
And that’s a wrap on all the banner leaks for now. See you guys at the stream tonight!
