Genshin Impact 4.5 Leaks Reveal New Banner Characters

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A set of new 4.5 leaks has allegedly revealed some of the characters that are intended to be featured during the upcoming update. While Version 4.4 is still on its way, with several leaks of its own surrounding its impending release, the next, some details concerning Version 4.5 are starting to arise. At the moment, the vast majority of the leaks revolve around the next update, however. There have been 4.4 skin leaks, for instance, as well as mentions of an unexpected extension to a well-beloved region of Teyvat. There have even been hints at a new deity inhabiting such an area.

The most notable pieces of information, nevertheless, concern the new character. Cloud Retainer’s release in 4.4 has even been confirmed by developer HoYoverse following a series of leaks. There are also some alleged details about her gameplay kit, though that has not been officially detailed. Leaked information usually comes from playtesters with early access to the content. While Version 4.4 is still on the way, expected to be released on January 31 according to the regular six-week schedule, there are already a few leaks about Version 4.5, and they mention not only another new playable character but also a long-awaited character banner rerun.

According to a post made by a well-known leaker called, later reposted by user on Reddit, two of the playable characters featured in 4.5 will be Chiori and Albedo. Chiori made her debut as an NPC during Version 4.3’s flagship event, named “Roses and Muskets”. There are no mentions of Chiori’s rarity in the leak shared by, though her name being mentioned alongside Albedo seems to suggest that she may be of equal importance. Albedo, on the other hand, has been a playable 5-star hero since his release back