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Genshin Impact 5.7 Leaks Reveal New Characters Skirk & Dahlia, Plus Exciting Banner Reruns

  • Writer: Iqbal Sandira
    Iqbal Sandira
  • May 13
  • 3 min read


The upcoming Genshin Impact Version 5.7 update, slated for release on June 18, 2025, is generating significant excitement within the game's community.


Recent leaks have unveiled a host of new content, including the introduction of two new characters—Skirk and Dahlia—as well as reruns of fan-favorite characters Mavuika, Shenhe, and Emilie. This comprehensive overview delves into the leaked details surrounding these characters and the anticipated banners.


Skirk: The Long-Awaited Cryo DPS

Skirk, a 5-star Cryo sword user, is set to make her debut in Version 5.7. Known in the game's lore as Tartaglia's mentor from the Abyss, Skirk's arrival has been highly anticipated since her first mention in earlier storylines.


Abilities and Playstyle

According to leaks, Skirk's kit is designed to excel in Freeze team compositions, synergizing effectively with Hydro characters. Her abilities include:

  • Elemental Skill: Activates "Sevenfold Flash" mode, enhancing her Normal Attacks and consuming a unique resource called "Serpent's Subtlety."

  • Elemental Burst: Consumes all available Serpent's Subtlety to unleash a powerful AoE Cryo attack, with damage scaling based on the amount consumed.

  • Passive Talents: Gain additional buffs when teammates trigger Hydro or Cryo elemental reactions, creating a "Cryo-Hydro resonance" that boosts team performance.

Skirk's unique energy mechanic and emphasis on elemental synergy suggest she will be a formidable main DPS option for players who enjoy strategic team-building.


Dahlia: The New Hydro Support from Mondstadt

Dahlia, a 4-star Hydro sword user, is another new addition in Version 5.7. Serving as a Deacon in the Church of Favonius, Dahlia's lore ties him to characters like Barbara and Rosaria, adding depth to Mondstadt’s narrative.


Abilities and Playstyle

Leaked information indicates that Dahlia's kit focuses on providing support through shields and attack speed buffs:

  • Elemental Skill: Generates a shield that scales with Dahlia's Max HP, providing protection to the active character.

  • Elemental Burst: Grants the "Favonian Favor" effect to party members, increasing their attack speed based on Dahlia's Max HP, up to a maximum of 15%.

Dahlia's role as a Hydro shielder and buffer introduces new dynamics to team compositions, particularly for players seeking to enhance their team's survivability and attack cadence.


Rerun Characters: Mavuika, Shenhe, and Emilie

Version 5.7 also brings back three popular 5-star characters:

  • Mavuika: The Pyro Archon and a versatile Claymore user. She excels in both on-field and off-field Pyro damage, with an Elemental Skill that enables her to ride the Flamestrider and deal continuous Pyro damage, and an Elemental Burst that unleashes powerful AoE attacks.

  • Shenhe: A Cryo polearm user from Liyue. Shenhe is a dedicated Cryo support who boosts team Cryo damage with her Elemental Skill and Burst.

  • Emilie: A Dendro polearm user and perfumer from Fontaine. Emilie also acts as a "forensic cleanser" and offers utility as a sub-DPS and support.

These reruns provide opportunities for both veteran and newer players to acquire or refine top-tier characters for team flexibility and elemental synergy.


Banner Phases and Release Schedule

Based on the standard update cycle and leaked information, the Version 5.7 banners are expected to be divided into two phases:

  • Phase 1: Featuring Skirk and Emilie.

  • Phase 2: Featuring Mavuika and Shenhe.

This phased release allows players to plan their Primogem savings and wish strategies more effectively.


Final Thoughts

Genshin Impact Version 5.7 is shaping up to be one of the game’s most exciting patches, offering long-awaited characters like Skirk, intriguing newcomers like Dahlia, and the return of powerful favorites such as Mavuika and Shenhe.

Whether you're pulling for meta-defining Cryo DPS builds or deepening your Mondstadt lore experience, this patch is packed with meaningful content for all kinds of players.

With the release date just weeks away, now is the time to start farming resources, saving Primogems, and preparing for what could be one of Genshin Impact’s most dynamic updates yet.







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