Genshin Impact 7.1 Banners: Vesna & Vodyanitsa Debut

Genshin Impact 7.1 Banners: Vesna & Vodyanitsa Debut

Genshin Impact Version 7.1 has launched, bringing two new 5-star characters and a fresh weapon banner. Vesna (Anemo) and Vodyanitsa (Hydro) headline the character event wishes, while Beyond the Chrysalis (Sword) and Hymn of the Maelstrom (Catalyst) debut in Epitome Invocation. All banners run until 2026-10-13 17:59 (timezone not stated in official materials).

This patch continues the rapid content cadence of the 6.x and 7.x cycles, giving players little downtime between high-value banners. With two new 5-stars and two new 5-star weapons, Primogem planning is more critical than ever. For more Genshin Impact news and guides, visit our Genshin Impact hub.

At a Glance

• Patch: Version 7.1
• Banner Duration: After Version 7.1 update – 2026-10-13 17:59 (server timezone not specified)
• New 5-Star Characters: Vesna (Anemo, "Snowy Banquet's Sharp Blade") and Vodyanitsa (Hydro, "Lingering Siren-Song")
• Boosted 4-Star Characters: Diona (Cryo), Faruzan (Anemo), Chongyun (Cryo)
• New 5-Star Weapons: Beyond the Chrysalis (Sword) and Hymn of the Maelstrom (Catalyst)
• Boosted 4-Star Weapons: New Bough (Sword), Winter's Heavy Heart (Catalyst), Breezeborne Refrain (Bow), Favonius Greatsword (Claymore), Dragon's Bane (Polearm)

Banner Schedule and Rates

Both character event wishes share the same 4-star lineup and run concurrently. The weapon banner also runs for the same duration. Pity for Character Event Wish and Character Event Wish-2 is shared, meaning pulls on either banner count toward the same guarantee. This does not affect other wish types.

Banner	Featured 5-Star	Featured 4-Stars
Character Event Wish "When Warm Winds Cavort"	Vesna (Anemo)	Diona, Faruzan, Chongyun
Character Event Wish-2 "Surging Ballad"	Vodyanitsa (Hydro)	Diona, Faruzan, Chongyun
Epitome Invocation	Beyond the Chrysalis (Sword), Hymn of the Maelstrom (Catalyst)	New Bough, Winter's Heavy Heart, Breezeborne Refrain, Favonius Greatsword, Dragon's Bane

All event-exclusive characters and weapons will not be available in the standard wish "Wanderlust Invocation." The Epitomized Path system is available for the weapon banner, allowing you to chart a course toward your preferred 5-star weapon.

Should You Pull?

Vesna (Anemo)

Vesna is a new Anemo 5-star with the title "Snowy Banquet's Sharp Blade." Her kit is not detailed in official materials, but as an Anemo unit, she likely fits into teams that rely on swirl reactions and crowd control. Anemo has strong support options like Faruzan (who is also rate-up on this banner), making Vesna potentially valuable for players building Anemo-focused compositions. However, without official gameplay details, it's wise to wait for community testing before committing heavily.

Vodyanitsa (Hydro)

Vodyanitsa, "Lingering Siren-Song," is a Hydro 5-star. Hydro remains a cornerstone element for reactions like Vaporize and Freeze. Her exact role is unclear, but she could be a main DPS or support. Players lacking a strong Hydro 5-star (like Neuvillette or Furina) may find her appealing. Again, wait for theorycrafting before pulling.

Weapon Banner

Beyond the Chrysalis (Sword) and Hymn of the Maelstrom (Catalyst) are new event-exclusive weapons. Their stats and passives are not stated in official materials. The 4-star lineup includes solid options like Favonius Greatsword and Dragon's Bane, which are useful for energy and reaction damage respectively. Only pull if you need both 5-star weapons or are aiming for specific 4-stars.

F2P and Low-Spend Advice

With two new 5-stars and two new 5-star weapons, this patch is a Primogem sink. F2P players should prioritize based on account needs: if you lack a strong Anemo or Hydro DPS, pick one character and save for future banners. Low-spenders may consider the Welkin Moon or Battle Pass to boost pulls, but avoid spreading resources too thin. Remember that pity carries over between Character Event Wish and Character Event Wish-2, so you can build pity on one banner and switch if needed.

Events and Rewards

The "Test Run" trial event is open during this wish period. Travelers can use fixed lineups containing the trial characters to test them in specific stages. Completing challenges rewards Primogems and other materials. This is a risk-free way to try Vesna and Vodyanitsa before pulling.

No other events are detailed in the source. For a full list of Version 7.1 events, check official channels.

Teams and Synergies

Vesna (Anemo)

Anemo units excel in teams with Faruzan (Anemo support) and Bennett (Pyro) for attack buffs. If Vesna is a main DPS, she may pair well with Faruzan, Bennett, and a shielder like Zhongli. If she's a support, she could fit into many teams as a Viridescent Venerer holder. Without kit details, these are speculative.

Vodyanitsa (Hydro)

Hydro 5-stars often enable reactions. Vodyanitsa could work in Vaporize teams with Xiangling and Bennett, or Freeze teams with Ayaka and Shenhe. If she's a support, she might replace Xingqiu or Yelan in certain comps. Again, wait for official kit details.

4-Star Characters

Diona provides shielding and healing, Faruzan buffs Anemo damage, and Chongyun enables Cryo infusion. These are solid additions for accounts that need them, especially Faruzan for Anemo teams.

Conclusion

Version 7.1 introduces two new 5-star characters and two new 5-star weapons, all available until 2026-10-13 17:59. With shared pity between character banners, players have flexibility in how they pull. F2P players should focus on one target, while spenders may aim for both characters or the weapon banner. As always, wait for community testing before making final decisions. For more detailed banner schedules and pull planning, see our Genshin Impact Banner Schedule 2026 and Genshin Impact 6.5 banner analysis.