Ah, the ever-turning wheel of fate in Teyvat! Every few weeks, the winds of change blow through the land, heralding a fresh set of banners for intrepid Travelers to spend their hard-earned Primogems on. It's the same old gacha song and dance—Intertwined Fates for the event banners, Acquaint Fates for the permanent one—but oh, what a tune it is! Knowing which banners are currently active isn't just trivia; it's the strategic heart of planning your pulls, your resources, and your team's future. So, you think you're ready to chart a course through the current and upcoming banner waves? Let's set sail.

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The Current Banner Landscape: What's on the Menu Today?

As of 2026, the active event banners are your immediate hunting ground. Remember, since Version 2.3, HoYoverse has typically run two concurrent event banners. This means you have a choice! Currently, the featured five-star characters are pulling double duty, each with their own dedicated banner but sharing a pool of boosted four-star companions. It's like a two-for-one special, but for your wish currency. Isn't that just grand?

  • Banner A: Features the latest powerhouse, let's say, the enigmatic Geo architect from Fontaine's past, wielding a catalyst that manipulates time itself (purely hypothetical, of course!).

  • Banner B: Hosts a highly anticipated rerun of a fan-favorite Pyro sword user from Liyue, whose banner hasn't been seen since the Chasm expansion.

These banners share the following rate-up four-star characters:

  1. A feisty new Electro polearm user from Natlan.

  2. A reliable Cryo bow character from Mondstadt getting their third featured appearance.

  3. A versatile Hydro support from Sumeru who is a staple in many reaction-based teams.

Peeking Over the Horizon: The Next Big Things

What's next after this duo concludes? The rumor mills of Teyvat are always churning! Based on the latest developer livestreams and in-game teasers, the next phase is shaping up to be a doozy. Here’s the preview for the upcoming Genshin Impact banners:

Expected Phase Featured Five-Star (Speculated) Element & Weapon Banner Status
Phase 1 (Next) The Dendro Healer from Chenyu Vale Dendro Catalyst New Character Debut
Phase 1 (Next) The Anemo Samurai from Inazuma Anemo Sword Rerun (4th appearance)
Phase 2 (After) The Legendary Hydro Dragon Sovereign Hydro Polearm New Character Debut

Teasers hint at the following characters being prepped for future banners beyond that:

  • A mysterious figure from Khaenri'ah wielding a Claymore with Abyssal powers.

  • The long-awaited playable version of a certain famed Fontaine magician and journalist.

  • A rerun of the beloved Geo Archon himself—because can you ever have too much Morax?

The Eternal Constant: The Standard Banner

Amidst the flashy event banners, the Standard Banner stands as the immutable bedrock. It's always there, like a loyal (if sometimes disappointing) friend. This is the home of the permanent five-star roster, obtainable here or as potential "losses" on the 50/50 pity of event banners. Who resides in this hall of fame?

The permanent five-star lineup includes:

  • Jean (Anemo Sword)

  • Diluc (Pyro Claymore)

  • Mona (Hydro Catalyst)

  • Qiqi (Cryo Sword)

  • Keqing (Electro Sword)

  • Dehya (Pyro Claymore)

  • Tighnari (Dendro Bow)

  • Mizuki (Anemo Catalyst) (Added post-Sumeru)

Think of them as the foundation upon which all other banner luck is built. Getting one of them on an event banner might feel like a setback, but hey, at least it builds pity toward your guaranteed next featured character!

A Walk Down Memory Lane: The Banner History Books

Let's take a nostalgic trip! The banner history of Genshin Impact tells the story of the game itself. For the first couple of years, it was a solo act—one featured event banner at a time. Then came the revolutionary shift to the dual-banner system, changing the economy of reruns forever. This list chronicles it all, noting debutants, rerun counts, and the four-star ensembles that shared the spotlight.

Notable Banner Evolution Highlights:

  • Version 1.0: The dawn of it all with Venti's first banner. Simpler times!

  • Version 2.3: The game-changer! The first simultaneous dual banners (Eula & Albedo) launched, doubling our pulling dilemmas.

  • Version 3.0: The Dendro era began, introducing Tighnari who later joined the Standard Banner—a rare move!

  • 2024-2025: The introduction of the "Chronicled Wish" special banners, allowing targeted pulls for older characters and weapons.

  • 2026: The current system, refined with better pacing and more frequent reruns for the ever-growing cast. Can you believe some early characters have had 5 or more reruns by now?

So, there you have it, Captain. Your updated map to the treacherous yet thrilling waters of Genshin Impact's wish system. Will you pull for the shiny new meta-defining unit, or finally bring home that archon you missed two years ago? The choice, and the 50/50 coin flip, is yours. May your pity be short and your pulls be golden! 🎉