Genshin Impact 5.1 Banners & Release Time! Xilonen Release!

Hello Travelers! Welcome to our Genshin Impact Version 5.1 Livestream Summary. This guide provides an overview of everything revealed for the upcoming update, covering the new limited banners and the debut of the 5-star Geo character Xilonen alongside reruns of Chiori, Nahida, and Hu Tao, the new weapon lineup featuring Sturdy Bone (Sword), Mountain-Bracing Bolt (Polearm), and Fruitful Hook (Claymore), the Archon Quest continuation in Natlan, events lineup, and the new quality-of-life features arriving in Version 5.1.

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Genshin Impact 5.1 Release Time

Genshin Impact Version 5.1 is officially set to launch on October 9, 2024 (UTC+8)!

Genshin Impact 5.1 Banners

Version 5.1 brings a brand-new playable character to the roster, 5-star Geo character Xilonen, who debuts in Phase 1 alongside Chiori's rerun. Phase 2 then rounds out the lineup with returning favorites Nahida and Hu Tao. Running alongside the main banners is the weapon event featuring the new 5-star signature sword Peak Patrol Song alongside the new 4-star weapon additions: Sturdy Bone (Sword), Mountain-Bracing Bolt (Polearm), and Fruitful Hook (Claymore).

Phase 1

Phase 1 of Version 5.1 features the debut of Geo character Xilonen alongside Chiori's rerun.

Phase 2

Phase 2 of Version 5.1 features the reruns of Nahida and Hu Tao, paired with their powerful signature weapons.

Genshin Impact 5.1 New Character

• Xilonen (5★)

Xilonen is a new 5★ Geo Sword character debuting in Phase 1 as a master smith of the Children of Echoes tribe in Natlan. According to the official Version 5.1 Special Program livestream, Xilonen functions as a universal Support character who centers her playstyle around her roller blades and sound-sampling turntables, managing her Source Samples across different team elemental compositions to shred enemy elemental resistance and deliver reliable party healing.

Her Elemental Skill, Yohual's Scratch, has Xilonen roller-blade across the battlefield in her Nightsoul's Blessing state to sample surrounding elements and activate Source Samples that automatically shred nearby enemy elemental resistance. Entering this state allows her to quickly transition between high-mobility movement and heavy support activation, ensuring seamless combat flow during fast-paced team rotations.

Her Elemental Burst, Ocelotlicue Point!, deploys a DJ turntable array to deal AoE Geo DMG and continuously heal nearby party members based on her Defense. When triggered with active elemental requirements, it shifts into a powerful sustain hub, turning her burst windows into one of the most reliable and comforting utility sources in the current Natlan roster.

With her sample-management gameplay, elemental resistance shred, and defense-scaling healing, Xilonen stands out as one of the most mechanically versatile and impactful support characters introduced in Genshin Impact 5.1.

Genshin Impact  5.1 New Weapon

1- Peak Patrol Song (5★)

• Basic ATK: 542
• Main Stat: DEF 82.7%
• Sub Stat: Gain "Ode to Flowers" after Normal or Plunging Attacks hit an opponent: DEF increases by 8% and gain a 10% All Elemental DMG Bonus for 6s. Max 2 stacks. Can trigger once per 0.1s. When this effect reaches 2 stacks or the 2nd stack's duration is refreshed, increase all nearby party members' All Elemental DMG Bonus by 8% for every 1,000 DEF the equipping character has, up to a maximum of 25.6%, for 15s.

2- Sturdy Bone (4★)

• Basic ATK: 565
• Main Stat: 27.6%
• Sub Stat: Sprint or Alternate Sprint Stamina Consumption decreased by 15%. Additionally, after using Sprint or Alternate Sprint, Normal Attack DMG is increased by 16% of ATK. This effect expires after triggering 18 times or 7s.

3- Mountain-Bracing Bolt (4★)

• Basic ATK: 565
• Main Stat: Energy Recharge 30.6%
• Sub Stat: Decreases Climbing Stamina Consumption by 15% and increases Elemental Skill DMG by 12%. Also, after other nearby party members use Elemental Skills, the equipping character's Elemental Skill DMG will also increase by 12% for 8s.

3- Frutiful Hook (4★)

• Basic ATK: 565
• Main Stat: Atk 27.6%
• Sub Stat: Increase Plunging Attack CRIT Rate by 16%; After a Plunging Attack hits an opponent, Normal, Charged, and Plunging Attack DMG increased by 16% for 10s.

Genshin Impact 5.1 Archon Quest

Version 5.1 continues the main storyline in the Pyro nation of Natlan with two new acts:

• Chapter V: Act III - "Beyond the Smoke and Mirrors": This act is permanently available following the Version 5.1 update. It can be unlocked by reaching Adventure Rank 28 or higher and completing Chapter V: Act II "Black Stone Under a White Stone," with the "Focused Experience Mode" function also available.

• Chapter V: Act IV - "The Rainbow Destined to Burn": This act unlocks right after completing Act III, diving further into the ongoing challenges and mysteries of the region.

Genshin Impact 5.1 Limited-Time Events

Version 5.1 brings an exciting lineup of new limited-time events to Genshin Impact, offering players fresh challenges, festive celebrations, and generous rewards including Primogems, valuable character ascension materials, and even a chance to claim a free 4-star character, Candace, by participating in the main version event.

Event 1- Chromatic Ode of Candies and Roses  

As the flagship event of Version 5.1, Chromatic Ode of Candies and Roses invites travelers to return to Sumeru to participate in the Sabzeruz Festival and celebrate the birthday of the Dendro Archon, Nahida. Throughout the celebration, players can engage in a variety of unique gameplay modes and challenges, including the flower-gathering Rocking Carriage, the puzzle-solving Interreflection of Reality and Dreams, and the combat-focused Shadow of the Knight's Blade. Successfully completing these event activities and meeting the specific invitation criteria allows players to claim a wealth of valuable rewards, including Primogems, character ascension materials, a Crown of Insight, and a free invitation for the 4-star character Candace ("Golden Vow").

Event 2 - Feast of Pursuit

As an action-packed combat challenge in Version 5.1, Feast of Pursuit pushes travelers to test their combat limits in arena-style battles against tough opponents within a strict time limit. Throughout the event, players navigate multiple challenging stages featuring unique "Pursuit Providence" combat buffs that enhance specific team strategies, though Phlogiston mechanics are disabled during these fights. By clearing these intense trials across various difficulty levels, participants can earn generous rewards including Primogems, Hero's Wits, Mora, and character talent materials.

Genshin Impact 5.1 Envisaged Echoes Cosmetics

Following the Version 5.1 update, the "Envisaged Echoes" gameplay expands with new challenge stages featuring Zhongli and Keqing, introducing corresponding cosmetic trail effects for both characters. These cosmetic character trails leave distinct visual effects behind as characters move around the battlefield and open world

Zhongli's Echo ("Echo: Vago Mundo")

Generates a majestic trail effect featuring scale-like patterns and earthy motifs that honor the identity of the Geo Archon.

Keqing's Echo ("Echo: Driving Thunder")

Leaves a vibrant purple visual trail accompanied by delicate purple flowers as she sprints and navigates through the terrain.

Conclusion

That covers everything revealed during the Genshin Impact Version 5.1 Special Program, including Xilonen's debut, the Chiori, Nahida, and Hu Tao reruns, the Archon Quest continuation, the events lineup, and the new Envisaged Echoes cosmetics. For Travelers planning to pull on the upcoming banners, you can secure your Primogems with Genshin Top Up or utilize a fast Genshin Impact Top Up via LootBar for a seamless and secure recharge experience. Good luck, and may your wishes be in your favor, Travelers!