Genshin Impact 7.0 just announced that the recurring “To Temper Thyself and Journey Far” free‑character event will now feature nine brand‑new five‑star characters.
New 5‑Star Additions for the Free Event
The list of accessible free characters expands to include Lyney, Wriothesley, Navia, Xianyun, Chiori, Sigewinne, Clorinde, Emilie, and Yumemizuki Mizuki. Players who complete the event’s tasks can use Stella Fortuna to retrieve any of these nine 5‑star heroes.
Other 5‑star options that have already appeared in the event’s pool read: Klee, Albedo, Mona, Nilou, Baizhu, Hu Tao, Jean, Yae Miko, Dehya, Xiao, Tighnari, Ayaka, Shenhe, Ganyu, Wanderer, Cyno, Itto, Kokomi, Diluc, Qiqi, Ayato, Eula, Keqing, Yoimiya, and Tartaglia.
How to Unlock Your Free Characters
Stella Fortuna serves as the key for the free‑character mechanic. It is earned by completing daily and event‑specific objectives over eight consecutive weeks. Once the desired character appears on the banner, a player may spend Stella Fortuna to claim their free 5‑star recruit.
Because the nine new additions have not appeared in recent banners, the event offers a timely shot at each of them. Particular attention is drawn to Lyney, Clorinde, Emilie, Klee, Albedo, and Yae Miko—all of whom present compelling synergies for current team compositions.
What to Expect From the 7.0 Update
Genshin Impact 7.0 introduces Stellar reactions, which should quickly bolster Cryo and Electro characters. A projected resurgence for Eula, traditionally considered a late‑stage character, may arise through the Stellar Conduct reaction.
Updates on Snezhnaya talents and Liyue class buffs are on the horizon, offering further avenues to pair characters like Qiqi—currently restored to viability—and forthcoming Liyue assets. The event’s expanded roster allows players to align newly unlocked 5‑star characters with these upcoming content patches.
Will the chance to acquire a fresh favorite free 5‑star character convince you to dive into the event? The calendar of weekly rewards awaits confirmation in the days ahead.
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