Genshin Impact’s August 2025 Banners: Mualani, Chasca & New Weapons Revealed!

Genshin Impact August 2025 Banners: Mualani, Chasca, and Weapon Drops—Everything You Need to Know

Ready to ride the wave of Genshin Impact’s latest event banners? Whether you’re a meta-chaser, a lore nerd, or just here for the drip, August 2025 is about to make a splash. HoYoverse is dropping not one, but two character banners and a weapon banner that’ll have even the most seasoned Travelers scrambling for Primogems. Let’s break down what’s coming, why it matters, and how you can maximize your pulls.

Double Banner Bonanza: Meet Mualani and Chasca

"Sharktacular Surfari" – Mualani (Hydro) Makes Her Debut

First up, the "Sharktacular Surfari" event wish is making waves with the introduction of Mualani, the Splish-Splash Wavechaser. This 5-star Hydro character is exclusive to the event banner, so if you want her on your squad, now’s your chance. Here’s what you need to know:

• Banner Duration: August 19, 2025 (18:00) to September 9, 2025 (14:59)
• 5-Star Focus: Mualani (Hydro) – event-exclusive, not available in Wanderlust Invocation
• 4-Star Rate-Ups:
  • Ifa (Anemo) – "In the Wake of Wandering Winds"
  • Ororon (Electro) – "Shadow of the Night-Wind"
  • Bennett (Pyro) – "Trial by Fire" (yes, the OG support king is back!)

Pro Tip: Mualani’s kit is rumored to synergize with Hydro reactions and AoE crowd control. If you’re building a team around Freeze or Vaporize, she’s a must-pull.

Alt text: Official Genshin Impact banner art featuring Mualani, the new Hydro 5-star character.

"Piercing Shot's Crimson Wake" – Chasca (Anemo) Soars In

Not to be outdone, the "Piercing Shot's Crimson Wake" banner brings us Chasca, the Skyborne Arbiter. This 5-star Anemo character is also event-exclusive, so you know the FOMO is real.

• Banner Duration: Same as above (August 19 – September 9, 2025)
• 5-Star Focus: Chasca (Anemo)
• 4-Star Rate-Ups:
  • Ifa (Anemo)
  • Ororon (Electro)
  • Bennett (Pyro)

Alt text: Official Genshin Impact banner art featuring Chasca, the new Anemo 5-star character.

Meta Watch: With Anemo units always in demand for Swirl teams and crowd control, Chasca could shake up the tier lists. Early leaks suggest she brings unique mobility and support options—keep an eye on the meta breakdowns at early.gg.

Weapon Banner: "Epitome Invocation" – Surf’s Up and Astral Vulture’s Crimson Plumage

Weapon mains, rejoice! The "Epitome Invocation" banner is stacked with two new 5-star weapons:

• Surf’s Up (Catalyst): Perfect for Hydro DPS or support builds—think Mualani’s signature weapon.
• Astral Vulture’s Crimson Plumage (Bow): Designed for Chasca, but could be a game-changer for other bow users.

4-Star Rate-Ups:
– Fruitful Hook (Claymore)
– Waveriding Whirl (Catalyst)
– Flower-Wreathed Feathers (Bow)
– Favonius Sword (Sword)
– Favonius Lance (Polearm)

Alt text: Official Genshin Impact weapon banner art featuring Surf’s Up (Catalyst) and Astral Vulture’s Crimson Plumage (Bow).

Insider Tip: Use the Epitomized Path system to target your preferred 5-star weapon. Don’t sleep on the 4-star options—Favonius weapons are always a safe bet for energy recharge builds.

Banner Mechanics & Test Runs: What’s New?

• Shared Pity: The "Character Event Wish" and "Character Event Wish-2" banners share a pity counter. That means your pulls on either banner count toward your next guaranteed 5-star. (No more splitting your luck!)
• Test Run Trials: Not sure if Mualani or Chasca fit your playstyle? The Test Run event lets you try them (and the featured 4-stars) in preset teams. Complete the challenge for free rewards—easy Primogems, anyone?
• Event Exclusivity: Both Mualani and Chasca, plus the new weapons, are event-only. They won’t be added to the standard banner, so don’t wait if you want them in your collection.

Community Hype & Player Reactions

The Genshin Impact community is buzzing about these banners. Early theorycrafters are already speculating on Mualani’s Hydro synergies and Chasca’s potential to dethrone existing Anemo supports. Meanwhile, Bennett’s return as a rate-up 4-star is sparking memes and celebration—because let’s be honest, who doesn’t want another Bennett constellation?

On social media, players are sharing their wish rituals and banner predictions. If you want to join the conversation, check out Genshin Impact’s official TikTok, Twitter, or Reddit (and don’t forget to tag @earlyggcom with your pulls!).

How to Prepare: Pro Tips for Banner Success

• Stockpile Primogems: Start saving now—these banners are stacked, and you’ll want enough for at least one 5-star pity.
• Plan Your Teams: Think about how Mualani or Chasca could fit into your current lineup. Do you need Hydro or Anemo support? Are you missing a strong bow or catalyst?
• Test Before You Pull: Use the Test Run event to get a feel for the new characters. Sometimes the hype doesn’t match your playstyle!
• Check Internal Guides: For in-depth builds and tier lists, hit up early.gg’s character guides and weapon breakdowns.

Final Thoughts: Is This the Best Banner Cycle Yet?

August 2025 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting months in Genshin Impact history. With two fresh 5-star characters, a stacked weapon banner, and fan-favorite 4-stars, there’s something for everyone—whether you’re a collector, a meta slave, or just here for the vibes.

What are your banner plans? Who are you pulling for? Drop your thoughts and wish results in the comments, and let’s see who gets lucky this cycle! For more Genshin Impact news, guides, and memes, keep it locked to early.gg.