Genshin Impact 5.4 Leak Hints at Wriothesley Rerun After Over a Year
A recent leak suggests Wriothesley's highly anticipated return in Genshin Impact Version 5.4, ending a wait of over a year since his initial appearance in the Fortress of Meropide. This news comes amidst ongoing concerns about the game's banner schedule, strained by the sheer number of playable characters (over 90) and limited rerun slots.
With roughly one new 5-star character per update, the demand for reruns far outpaces the available banner space. While the Chronicled Banner aimed to alleviate this, it's viewed by many as a temporary solution rather than a comprehensive fix. Shenhe's extended wait (over 600 days) before her rerun exemplifies this challenge. Until triple banners become a reality, players should anticipate extended waits between character reruns.
Wriothesley, a Cryo Catalyst introduced in Version 4.1, has been notably absent from Event Banners since November 8, 2023. His unique Cryo hypercarry capabilities and strong performance in Burnmelt teams make his return highly sought after. According to leaker Flying Flame, this drought will end with Version 5.4.
Potential 5.4 Banner: Wriothesley's Comeback?
It's important to approach this leak with caution, as Flying Flame's track record isn't flawless. While they correctly predicted the Chronicled Banner in Version 5.3, other leaks have proven inaccurate. However, the recent Spiral Abyss buff favoring Wriothesley's playstyle lends some credibility to the rumor.
Version 5.4 is also rumored to introduce Mizuki, potentially Inazuma's first Standard Banner character. If both Mizuki and Wriothesley feature, the remaining 5-star slot might be filled by either Furina or Venti, as they are the only Archons yet to receive sequential reruns. The anticipated launch date for Version 5.4 is February 12, 2025.