Genshin Impact Version 4.4: Lantern Rite in Liyue -- Cloud Retainer, Xiao, Ganyu and Shenhe

Following the conclusion of the Genshin Impact 4.3 Special Program Preview, the Character Event Wish banners have been confirmed to feature Navia and Ayaka in the first half, and Raiden Shogun and Yoimiya in the second half.

Whether to save Primogems for future pools or summon for characters in the 4.3 update is a question many Genshin players are considering. This leak for Version 4.4 aims to help you make a more informed decision.

When is Version 4.4?

The expected release schedule for Version 4.4 should be Phase 1 from January 31 to February 21, and Phase 2 from February 21 to March 13, 2024. Based on Genshin Impact's past events, Version 4.4 is likely to feature the Lantern Rite festival in Liyue.

>>> Genshin Impact 4.4 Calendar

Version 4.4 Banners

[Updated on Jan. 19, 2024]

The banners were officially confirmed:

First Half will be Xianyun and Nahida.

Second Half will be Xiao and Yae Miko

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New Characters & Skins

Cloud Retainer has long been known in the form of a crane, and her human form was previously seen in the Lantern Rite quest cutscene, where she appeared with long hair tied in a high ponytail and wearing red glasses.

From the leaked concept designs by @Videreleaks, we can see more detailed designs of her outfit.

 

More information about her will be released later, after December 18, 2023, at 6:00 pm (UTC+8), her marketing drip officially published. Please follow our Twitter account @ASOGameNews for the latest updates.

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(Updated on Dec. 18, 2023)

Cloud Retainer's appearance is finnaly confirmed and here's some information about her:

◆ Name: Xianyun
◆ Title: Passerine Herald
◆ New Resident in Liyue Harbor
◆ Vision: Anemo
◆ Constellation: Grus Serena

>>>  Genshin Impact: Everything about Cloud Retainer, Xianyun

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Additionally, from a leaked image of the Version 4.4 event interface, it's evident that the Lion Dance Boy, who was revealed in the large-scale leak before, will also make an appearance. Most leaks currently claim he will be a four-star character.

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(Updated on Dec. 18, 2023)

The Dragon Dance Boy's drip marketing is also released with Xianyun, and his name was revealed as Gaming.

◆ Name: Gaming
◆ Title: Leonine Vanguard
◆ "Sword and Strongbox" Transport Guard
◆ Vision: Pyro
◆ Constellation: Leo Expergiscens

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In the leaked image above, the new outfits for Ganyu and Shenhe are also noteworthy. Instead of the widely circulated white cheongsam, it shows that both Ganyu and Shenhe will dress in new black traditional costume, as their new skins.

One claim explained that their skins will both be 4*.

There are also rumors about Xingqiu: he will receive a new skin, which may be free for every traveler.

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[Updated on Jan. 19, 2024]

"In Version 4.4, Ganyu's new outfit "Twilight Blossom," Shenhe's new outfit "Frostflower Dew," and Xingqiu's new outfit "Bamboo Rain" will be available."

* Where is Xiao in Lantern Rite 2024?

You can meet him on the Pervases' Temple.

Location:

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