Is Skirk Playable In Genshin Impact 4.2? Newest Character Explained

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The debut of Skirk in 4.2 raised many questions, especially considering how enigmatic and revolved in mystery this new character is. Skirk had been mentioned a few times throughout the campaign, but finally showed herself during the events that took place in the main Archon Quests added with the release of 4.2. At that point, players can see her full and final design, as well as an insight into how powerful she is and even a glimpse into her abilities. Illustrations based on her design had leaked previously, ahead of the release of the region of Fontaine itself.

This article contains SPOILERS about events that took place in 4.2.

Very little is known about Skirk so far other than what was explained by other characters, such as Childe in . Her debut in Version 4.2 also came with more lore drops, which cite her connection to a few other newly-named characters. There is a deep connection between Skirk and the Abyss – and this may be the source of her elusiveness and how the encounter with her is ground-breaking for the very story of the game. Skirk’s appearance did give more information about the direction of the narrative but also raised questions about gameplay and perhaps even the possibility of her being a power creep.

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Skirk’s first appearance in happened during the Archon Quest “The Opera of Noirceur and Blancheur” in Chapter IV: Act V. The character appears immediately after the Traveler, aided by Neuvillette, defeats the All-Devouring Narwhal boss in the campaign. After the creature is defeated, it is reduced to a small void sphere, which is claimed by Skirk as she emerges from a rift, allegedly from the Abyss, carrying an unconscious Childe. She