Genshin Impact 5.7 Update: Skirk, Banners, Dainsleif Quest, Free Character, QoL Improvements & More

Updated at: 5/28/2025

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Genshin Impact Version 5.7 is shaping up to be one of the most feature-rich and highly anticipated updates in recent memory. From long-awaited character debuts and reruns to game-changing quality of life improvements, HoYoverse is pulling out all the stops for this patch.

Let’s dive into everything confirmed and leaked so far for Genshin Impact 5.7, including banners, events, new game modes, and more.

Skirk Debuts: Playable at Last

The biggest headline? Skirk, Tartaglia’s elusive Abyss mentor, is finally becoming playable as a 5-star Cryo sword user. Her kit revolves around a unique resource called Serpent’s Subtlety, powering enhanced normal attacks and her elemental burst.

What Makes Skirk Unique:

  • High skill-ceiling Cryo DPS

  • Strong synergy with Hydro and other Cryo characters

  • Best suited for players who love micromanagement and technical rotations

Alongside Skirk, Dahlia, a 4-star Hydro support sword user from Mondstadt, is also joining. His burst creates a shield and boosts ATK speed based on max HP — ideal for hypercarry teams.

Rerun Banners in 5.7: Mavika, Shenhe & More

Version 5.7 brings back fan-favorites and top-tier characters:

Phase 1:

  • Skirk (Cryo Sword, 5★)

  • Emilie (Dendro Polearm, 5★)

Phase 2:

  • Mavika (Pyro Claymore, 5★) – First rerun!

  • Shenhe (Cryo Support, 5★) – Ideal synergy with Skirk

If you missed Mavika’s first run, this could be your best chance for a long time. All rerun leaks come from previously reliable sources, but final confirmation will come during the official livestream.

Free Character: Sethos via New Event

A new flagship event, Battle of Imagined Arrays, grants players a free 4-star Electro Bow character, Sethos.

  • Challenge-based content (similar to Misty Dungeon)

  • Great opportunity for F2P players to grab constellations or a new Electro DPS/support

New Endgame Mode: Tomalt Subduer

Leaked as an alternate version of Spiral Abyss, Tomalt Subduer offers:

  • High-difficulty combat content

  • Unique rewards including cosmetic weapon skins

  • Deep theorycrafting potential for meta players

Weapon skins won’t affect stats but will offer cosmetic flair — a long-requested feature finally becoming reality.

Dainsleif Quest Returns

Lore enthusiasts, rejoice! Dainsleif is finally returning in version 5.7, as spotted in beta files.

What We Know:

  • New Archon-style quest involving Kanriah and the “Five Great Sinners”

  • Possibly expands on Dainsleif’s brother, Vetar Folner

  • Likely ties into the long-running Abyss storyline

Expect more emotional weight and rich storytelling in this highly anticipated quest.

Massive Quality of Life Improvements

Version 5.7 might be the biggest QoL patch Genshin has ever received. Here are the highlights:

Artifact Management:

  • Artifact presets: Save & switch two full sets per character

UI & Gameplay:

  • Talent demos: Visual previews of skills inside the character screen

  • Condensed resin counter: Shown on the world map

  • Quick glider menu: Assign different gliders per character

  • Weekly bosses drop 3 materials (up from 2)

Domains & Abyss:

  • Skip reward animations

  • Use 1 Fragile Resin to triple rewards

  • Abyss team memory: Save/load teams between floors

  • Performance stats screen after full Abyss clear

Co-op & Chat:

  • New group chat with tagging via @username

  • Improved emoji system for faster co-op communication

New Cosmetics & Customization Features

If you love photo mode or character customization, 5.7 is delivering in a big way:

  • New poses (Thespian Tricks) for characters like Mulani, Yaoyao, Lynette, and Charlotte

  • Echo Effects for Raiden and Shenhe — visual trails for extra flair when dashing or running

Bonus Mini Events

  • Fearsome, Ferocious Firepower: Combat-focused with environmental hazards

  • Reiniscent Regimen Co-Op Update: Sync challenges with friends

  • Traveler's Tales – Gilded Chapter: Story-heavy event with rich character interactions

Should You Pull in 5.7?

With Skirk’s debut, Mavika’s rerun, and Dainsleif’s return, version 5.7 is an absolute must-play patch for story lovers, combat theorists, and collectors alike.

Whether you’re saving for Natlan or diving into this content-rich update, 5.7 is delivering across the board.

Final Thoughts

Genshin Impact 5.7 is more than just another patch — it’s a turning point with major system upgrades, fan-favorite lore content, and creative gameplay modes.