Confirmed Banners and Characters for Genshin Impact 4.4 Update’s Second Half

In a departure from their usual schedule, Genshin Impact developers have surprisingly announced the character banners for the second half of the highly-anticipated 4.4 update ahead of time. Leaks surrounding Epic heroes Xiao and Yae Miko have been validated, confirming the characters set to take the spotlight from February 20 to March 12.

The official announcement details the characters with increased drop rates during the second phase of prayers:

1. Xiao (5⭐️ Anemo, spear)
2. Yae Miko (5⭐️ Electro, catalyst)
3. Yaoyao (4⭐️ Dendro, spear)
4. Ningguang (4⭐️ Geo, catalyst)
5. Xinyan (4⭐️ Pyro, two-handed)

Accompanying these character banners is a weapon banner featuring 5⭐️ hero signatures: Jade Kite for Xiao and Kagura’s Verity, the catalyst for Yae Miko. Additionally, players can obtain epic weapons such as The Stringless (bow), Dragon’s Roar (one-handed sword), The Widsith (catalyst), Spear of Favonius, and Lithic Blade (claymore).

Players are encouraged to share their thoughts on the composition of these banners for the second half of patch 4.4 in the comments section. The community’s opinions on whether they plan to pull for these characters contribute to the growing excitement surrounding the upcoming update.

Some players express their eagerness for characters like Harlequin and Clorinda, while others anticipate additional characters such as Nahida to complete their archon collection. Four-star characters like Ningguang also receive attention from players planning to incorporate them into their teams.

Community discussions highlight varying perspectives on the relevance of certain characters during the red lights event, with questions raised about the inclusion of Nahida and Yae Miko. Speculation also surrounds the potential addition of Liu Yuans.

Overall, the announcement has ignited a mix of enthusiasm and curiosity within the Genshin Impact community, prompting players to strategically plan their wishes based on the revealed characters and weapons. As the release date for the second half of the 4.4 update approaches, players are encouraged to stay tuned for additional news and developments on the official Genshin Impact website.