Trying to plan your Primogem spending for the Genshin Impact 2026 banner schedule? Version 7.0 is currently in its second half. Flins and Ineffa are the featured 5-star characters, replacing the Phase 1 banners for Odette and Arlecchino.
The next major decision is already taking shape around Version 7.1. HoYoverse has officially introduced Vesna and Vodyanitsa, while current beta and pre-release information points toward both becoming playable in the next update. Recent leaks also associate Skirk and Escoffier with Version 7.1 reruns. Until the Version 7.1 Special Program confirms the Event Wishes, however, the exact banner order should still be treated as provisional.
Genshin Impact Banner Schedule Overview
Version 7.0 runs through September 22, 2026, with the next update expected to begin around September 23 if the usual six-week cycle continues. The Version 7.0 lineup is now confirmed, while Version 7.1 information still combines officially revealed characters with unconfirmed banner and beta information.
| Version | Patch Phase | Featured Characters | Main Role | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.5 banner | 6.5 Phase 1 (April 8 – April 28, 2026) |
Linnea / Chasca | Lunar-Crystallize Support / Anemo DPS | Ended |
| 6.5 Phase 2 (April 28 – May 19, 2026) |
Lauma / Nefer | Lunar-Reaction Characters | Ended | |
| 6.6 banner | 6.6 Phase 1 (May 20 – June 9, 2026) |
Nicole / Durin | Pyro Support / Sub-DPS | Ended |
| 6.6 Phase 2 (June 9 – June 30, 2026) |
Lohen / Mavuika | Cryo DPS / Pyro DPS | Ended | |
| 6.7 banner | 6.7 Phase 1 (July 1 – July 21, 2026) |
Sandrone / Citlali | Stellar-Conduct DPS / Reaction Support | Ended |
| 6.7 Phase 2 (July 21 – August 11, 2026) |
Columbina / Raiden Shogun | Lunar Support / Electro DPS | Ended | |
| 7.0 banner | 7.0 Phase 1 (August 12 – September 1, 2026) |
Odette / Arlecchino | Stellar-Glimmer Sub-DPS / Reaction Support / Pyro DPS | Ended |
| 7.0 Phase 2 (September 1 – September 22, 2026) |
Flins / Ineffa | Lunar-Charged DPS / Off-Field Support | Current | |
| 7.1 banner | 7.1 Phase 1 (Expected around September 23 – October 13, 2026) |
Vesna / Vodyanitsa expected across Version 7.1 | Stellar Swirl DPS / Hydro Support | New characters officially revealed; phase order unconfirmed. Skirk / Escoffier currently leaked as possible reruns. |
| 7.1 Phase 2 (Expected around October 14 – November 3, 2026) |
Current Genshin Impact Version 7.0 Banner Breakdown
Genshin Impact Version 7.0 Phase 2 is now live. The current Character Event Wishes feature Flins and Ineffa, both returning 5-star Electro characters associated with Lunar-Charged teams. Their banners began on September 1 and are scheduled to end on September 22, 2026.
The shared featured 4-star lineup is Aino, Iansan, and Lan Yan. The current Epitome Invocation weapon banner features Bloodsoaked Ruins and Fractured Halo, the signature Polearms associated with Flins and Ineffa.
| Phase | Character | Rarity | Element / Weapon | Role |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phase 1 Ended |
Odette | 5-Star | Cryo Sword | Stellar-Glimmer Sub-DPS / Reaction Support |
| Arlecchino | 5-Star | Pyro Polearm | On-Field DPS | |
| Alyosha | 4-Star | Electro Polearm | Support | |
| Sucrose | 4-Star | Anemo Catalyst | Reaction Support | |
| Lynette | 4-Star | Anemo Sword | Support / Sub-DPS | |
| Phase 2 Current |
Flins | 5-Star | Electro Polearm | Lunar-Charged On-Field DPS |
| Ineffa | 5-Star | Electro Polearm | Off-Field Electro / Shield Support | |
| Aino | 4-Star | Hydro Claymore | Support | |
| Iansan | 4-Star | Electro Polearm | ATK Support | |
| Lan Yan | 4-Star | Anemo Catalyst | Shielder / Anemo Support |
Flins or Ineffa: Who Is More Useful to Pull?
Flins is primarily an on-field damage dealer built around Lunar-Charged teams. If your account already has the supports needed to keep Lunar-Charged active and you specifically want a carry for that archetype, his rerun gives you another opportunity to complete the core.
Ineffa fills a more supportive role. Her Elemental Skill provides off-field Electro application while also giving the active character defensive utility through her shield. That generally makes her easier to slot around another damage dealer instead of requiring the team to be built around her field time.
The choice therefore depends less on which character is universally stronger and more on what your account is missing. Players who need the main damage dealer for a Lunar-Charged team can prioritize Flins, while players who already have a capable carry may gain more flexibility from Ineffa.
Version 7.0 Phase 2 Weapon Banner
The current Epitome Invocation features Bloodsoaked Ruins and Fractured Halo. Both are 5-star Polearms associated with the two current limited characters.
The boosted 4-star weapons are The Flute, Favonius Greatsword, Favonius Lance, Eye of Perception, and The Stringless. Players who only want Flins or Ineffa should generally secure the character first before committing additional Primogems to a specialized signature weapon.
Version 7.0 Phase 1 Recap: Odette and Arlecchino
Odette debuted in Version 7.0 Phase 1 as a Cryo Sword character tied to the new Stellar reaction system. Her signature weapon, Whitelake Frostfeather, appeared alongside her banner.
The second limited 5-star in Phase 1 was Arlecchino, returning as a Pyro Polearm on-field DPS. The featured 4-star characters were Alyosha, Sucrose, and Lynette. Those banners ended when Phase 2 began on September 1.
Should You Pull in Version 7.0 Phase 2?
For players already committed to Lunar-Charged, Version 7.0 Phase 2 is considerably more relevant than it may look from the fact that both characters are reruns. Flins supplies the on-field damage side of the archetype, while Ineffa provides off-field Electro application and defensive utility.
If you are not already building around Lunar-Charged, however, spending everything here is harder to recommend without looking at Version 7.1 first. Vesna and Vodyanitsa have already been officially revealed, and current beta information points toward another new reaction-focused team core arriving soon.
Next Genshin Impact Version 7.1 Banner Breakdown
Genshin Impact Version 7.1 is expected to follow the end of Version 7.0 around September 23, 2026. HoYoverse has already officially revealed Vesna and Vodyanitsa, making them the two characters players should be watching most closely heading into the next update.
What has not yet been officially confirmed is the complete Event Wish schedule. Current beta and pre-release information associates both Vesna and Vodyanitsa with Version 7.1, while the latest rerun reports point toward Skirk and Escoffier. Earlier leaks mentioned Zibai and Linnea instead, so the change is a useful reminder not to treat rerun information as final before the Special Program.
| Character | Current Status | Element | Expected Weapon / Role | Banner Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vesna | Officially revealed by HoYoverse | Anemo Stellar Linchpin | Sword / On-Field Stellar Swirl DPS (beta information) | Expected in Version 7.1; exact phase unconfirmed |
| Vodyanitsa | Officially revealed by HoYoverse | Hydro | Catalyst / Healer and Support (beta information) | Expected in Version 7.1; exact phase unconfirmed |
| Skirk | Existing playable character | Cryo | Main DPS | Latest reports list her as a possible Version 7.1 rerun |
| Escoffier | Existing playable character | Cryo | Support / Sub-DPS | Latest reports list her as a possible Version 7.1 rerun |
What Do We Know About Vesna?
Vesna has now been officially introduced by HoYoverse as the Commander of the Druzhna, carrying the title Snowy Banquet's Sharp Blade. Her official character reveal identifies her Stellar Linchpin as Anemo.
Current beta information describes Vesna as a 5-star Sword character and an on-field DPS designed around Stellar Swirl. Her leaked gameplay emphasizes aerial movement and sustained field time rather than the traditional off-field support role associated with many Anemo characters.
Because her element and character identity are official but her final playable kit has not yet been publicly detailed through a Version 7.1 Special Program, exact multipliers, weapon effects, and pull-value conclusions should still be treated as pre-release information.
What Do We Know About Vodyanitsa?
Vodyanitsa was officially introduced as the Prima Donna of the Korolevskiy Troupe, with a Hydro Vision. Unlike Vesna, she is not presented as an Anemo or Hydro Stellar Linchpin in her official reveal.
Current beta information describes her as a 5-star Hydro Catalyst support built around healing, off-field Hydro application, reaction support, and resistance reduction. Stellar Swirl teams appear to be one of her main targets, although parts of her leaked kit may also make her useful in Cryo, Hydro, and Freeze-oriented compositions.
That potential flexibility is one of the main reasons she may be worth watching even for players who do not intend to build Vesna. Her final value will depend on which beta mechanics survive into the live version.
Are Skirk and Escoffier Rerunning in Version 7.1?
Skirk and Escoffier are the rerun characters appearing in the more recent Version 7.1 banner reports. This is a change from older information that pointed toward Zibai and Linnea.
Neither rerun has been officially announced as of September 4, so players should not plan pity around a specific phase yet. If the current leak holds, however, Version 7.1 could offer a notably Cryo-heavy rerun lineup alongside the two new Snezhnaya characters.
Are Vesna and Vodyanitsa Worth Saving For?
If your current account does not urgently need Flins or Ineffa, holding Primogems until the Version 7.1 banner reveal is a reasonable option. Vesna and Vodyanitsa appear to cover very different needs: Vesna is currently shaping up as the on-field centerpiece of Stellar Swirl, while Vodyanitsa looks more like the support that can keep that archetype functioning while also offering utility elsewhere.
For players who already own several strong main DPS characters, Vodyanitsa may ultimately be the more broadly useful of the pair if her current support kit survives beta. Players specifically interested in the Stellar Swirl playstyle will instead want to pay close attention to Vesna's final kit.
Should You Save for Version 7.1?
Saving becomes especially attractive if you are undecided about the current Version 7.0 reruns. Phase 2 lasts until September 22, which means more Version 7.1 information should arrive before the current banners disappear.
The important part is not to assume a phase order yet. Vesna and Vodyanitsa have both been revealed, but HoYoverse has not officially announced which one will appear first or which rerun will accompany each new character. Waiting for the complete Event Wish announcement gives you much better information than planning around an older leak.
Previous Banners: Version 6.7 Recap
Genshin Impact Version 6.7 ran immediately before Version 7.0. Phase 1 featured Sandrone and Citlali, while Phase 2 featured Columbina and Raiden Shogun. The second phase also featured Jahoda, Ororon, and Sethos as boosted 4-star characters.
The Phase 2 Epitome Invocation weapon banner featured Nocturne's Curtain Call and Engulfing Lightning. Its boosted 4-star weapons were Waveriding Whirl, Sacrificial Sword, The Bell, Favonius Lance, and Favonius Warbow.
| Patch Phase | Character | Rarity | Element / Weapon | Primary Role |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phase 1 | Sandrone | 5-Star | Cryo Claymore | Main DPS (Stellar-Conduct) |
| Citlali | 5-Star | Cryo Catalyst | Shielder / Reaction Support | |
| Phase 2 | Columbina | 5-Star | Hydro Catalyst | Lunar-Reaction Support / Sub-DPS |
| Raiden Shogun | 5-Star | Electro Polearm | Energy Support / Burst DPS |
Version 6.7 Pull-Value Recap
Columbina offered particularly high account value for players actively building Lunar-reaction teams because she could support multiple Lunar reaction archetypes while contributing off-field Hydro damage. Raiden Shogun remained easier to place into more traditional teams thanks to her Energy restoration and Burst damage.
Sandrone debuted as a 5-star Cryo Claymore main DPS focused on Stellar-Conduct teams. Her signature weapon was designed primarily around her own reaction-focused gameplay rather than serving as a universal Claymore upgrade.
Previous Banners: Version 6.6 Recap
Version 6.6 introduced Nicole, Lohen, and Prune while rerunning Durin and Mavuika.
| Patch Phase | Character | Rarity | Element / Weapon | Primary Role |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phase 1 | Nicole | 5-Star | Pyro Catalyst | Shielder / Team Buffer |
| Durin | 5-Star | Pyro Sword | Sub-DPS / Pyro Enabler | |
| Prune | 4-Star | Anemo Catalyst | Hexerei / Swirl Support | |
| Razor | 4-Star | Electro Claymore | Physical Main DPS | |
| Fischl | 4-Star | Electro Bow | Off-Field Sub-DPS | |
| Phase 2 | Lohen | 5-Star | Cryo Polearm | Main DPS (Melt-Focused) |
| Mavuika | 5-Star | Pyro Claymore | Main DPS / Sub-DPS | |
| Mika | 4-Star | Cryo Polearm | Physical Support / Healer | |
| Xiangling | 4-Star | Pyro Polearm | Off-Field Pyro DPS | |
| Bennett | 4-Star | Pyro Sword | Healer / ATK Buffer |
Version 6.6 Pull-Value Recap
Nicole offered defensive utility, interruption resistance, and team support, although her value depended on whether an account actually needed shielding and her specific buffs. Durin worked as an off-field Pyro enabler, while Lohen served as a Melt-focused Cryo carry and Mavuika remained a strong Pyro damage option.
Previous Banners: Version 6.5 Recap
Version 6.5 “Luna VI” introduced Linnea while rerunning Chasca, Lauma, and Nefer.
| Phase | Character | Rarity | Element / Weapon |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phase 1 | Linnea | 5-Star | Geo Bow |
| Chasca | 5-Star | Anemo Bow | |
| Phase 2 | Lauma | 5-Star | Dendro Catalyst |
| Nefer | 5-Star | Dendro Catalyst |
Future Genshin Impact Banner Predictions and Leaks: Version 7.2 and Beyond
Information beyond Version 7.1 remains substantially less reliable. A recent leaked Snezhnaya roadmap continues to associate Mitya and Valeriy with Version 7.2, followed by the Tsaritsa and Danica around Version 7.3.
Current reports describe Mitya as an Electro character associated with Stellar-Conduct, while Valeriy is also connected with Electro-focused support. The Tsaritsa is expected to be Cryo, while Danica has been linked with Electro and the Stellar reaction system.
- Version 7.2: Mitya and Valeriy are currently associated with this update in roadmap leaks.
- Version 7.3: The Tsaritsa and Danica are currently associated with this update.
- Important: These placements are not official banner announcements and may move between versions before release.
Genshin Impact Banner & Saving FAQ
How Does the Pity System Work for Character Banners?
A 5-star character is guaranteed within 90 wishes on Character Event Wishes. Pity carries between Character Event Wishes and also carries across different banner phases and versions. Character Event Wish and Character Event Wish-2 running at the same time share the same pity and guarantee counter.
What Happens If I Lose the Featured 5-Star?
If your 5-star result is not the featured limited character, your next 5-star on a Character Event Wish is guaranteed to be the featured character. Genshin Impact also uses the Capturing Radiance system as part of its featured-character wish mechanics.
For planning purposes, the traditional absolute worst-case budget remains 180 wishes to guarantee one featured 5-star from zero pity and without an existing guarantee, although most players will obtain the character earlier.
How Many Wishes Can a Free-to-Play Player Save Per Patch?
There is no fixed number because every version offers a different mix of exploration, quests, events, achievements, endgame rewards, maintenance compensation, and other Primogem sources. Instead of assuming every patch gives the same number of wishes, check your current pity, whether you have a guarantee, and how many characters you actually plan to pull.
When Do the Current Genshin Impact Banners End?
The current Version 7.0 Phase 2 banners featuring Flins and Ineffa run until September 22, 2026 at 14:59 server time. The next version is expected to begin after the Version 7.0 cycle ends.
Who Is on the Current Version 7.0 Banner?
Version 7.0 Phase 2 features Flins and Ineffa as the two limited 5-star characters. The featured 4-stars are Aino, Iansan, and Lan Yan.
What Weapons Are on the Version 7.0 Phase 2 Weapon Banner?
The current 5-star weapons are Bloodsoaked Ruins and Fractured Halo. The featured 4-star weapons are The Flute, Favonius Greatsword, Favonius Lance, Eye of Perception, and The Stringless.
When Is Genshin Impact Version 7.1 Expected to Release?
Version 7.0 ends on September 22, 2026. If the regular update cadence continues, Version 7.1 is expected around September 23, 2026. The exact schedule should be treated as provisional until HoYoverse publishes the Version 7.1 update notice.
Are Vesna and Vodyanitsa Confirmed Characters?
Yes. HoYoverse has officially revealed both Vesna and Vodyanitsa. Vesna's reveal identifies her with an Anemo Stellar Linchpin, while Vodyanitsa is officially shown with a Hydro Vision. Their complete Version 7.1 Event Wish placement and final playable kit details have not yet been officially announced.
Are Skirk and Escoffier Confirmed for Version 7.1?
No. Skirk and Escoffier currently appear in recent Version 7.1 banner leaks, but HoYoverse has not officially confirmed them as reruns. Earlier leaks named Zibai and Linnea instead, so players should wait for the official Event Wish announcement before treating either rerun pair as final.
Should I Pull Flins or Ineffa?
Flins is the more direct choice if you need an on-field Lunar-Charged DPS. Ineffa is more support-oriented, providing off-field Electro application and defensive utility. If neither role is essential to your account, waiting for the complete Version 7.1 banner reveal may make the decision easier.
Should I Save for Vesna or Vodyanitsa?
Current beta information suggests Vesna is aimed at players who want an on-field Stellar Swirl carry, while Vodyanitsa is shaping up as a support and healer with off-field Hydro and reaction utility. Their final kits can still change before release, so players who can guarantee only one should wait for the final Version 7.1 information before committing.
What Characters Are Expected for Version 7.2 and 7.3?
Current roadmap leaks associate Mitya and Valeriy with Version 7.2, followed by the Tsaritsa and Danica in Version 7.3. These future-version placements remain unconfirmed and may change as development continues.
