Genshin Impact 5.6 : All New and Returning Weapons Explained

Version 5.6 of Genshin Impact is here, and it's bringing a fresh batch of weapons to spice up your arsenal. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or a newcomer to Teyvat, here's a fun and chill rundown of all the new weapons introduced in this update.

Sequence of Solitude (4-Star Bow)

 

 

Stats:

• Base ATK: 510

• Secondary Stat: 41.3% HP

Passive Ability: When an attack hits an opponent, the user deals AoE damage equal to a percentage of their Max HP at the enemy's location. This effect can be triggered once every 15 seconds.

Best For: This bow is tailored for characters who scale off HP. Currently, Yelan is a prime candidate, but even for her, other options like Favonius Warbow or Aqua Simulacra might be more effective.

Favonius Lance (4-Star Polearm)

 

 

Stats:

• Base ATK: 44

• Secondary Stat: 30.6% Energy Recharge

Passive Ability: Critical hits have a chance to generate Elemental Particles, which will regenerate Energy for the character.​

Best For: Ideal for support characters who need to regenerate Energy quickly.​

Favonius Sword (4-Star Sword)

 

 

Stats:

• Base ATK: 41

• Secondary Stat: 61.3% Energy Recharge​

Passive Ability: Critical hits have a chance to generate Elemental Particles, which will regenerate Energy for the character.

Best For: Support characters who rely on their Elemental Burst and need consistent Energy regeneration.​

Favonius Codex (4-Star Catalyst)

 

 

Stats:

• Base ATK: 42

• Secondary Stat: 45.9% Energy Recharge​

Passive Ability: Critical hits have a chance to generate Elemental Particles, which will regenerate Energy for the character.​

Best For: Catalyst users who serve as supports and need to recharge their Energy quickly.​

Sacrificial Greatsword (4-Star Claymore)

 

 

Stats:

• Base ATK: 44

• Secondary Stat: 30.6% Energy Recharge​

Passive Ability: After damaging an opponent with an Elemental Skill, the skill has a chance to end its own cooldown. Can only occur once every 30 seconds.​

Best For: Claymore users who benefit from using their Elemental Skill frequently.

Alley Hunter (4-Star Bow)

 

 

Stats:

• Base ATK: 44

• Secondary Stat: 27.6% ATK​

Passive Ability: While the character equipped with this weapon is in the party but not on the field, their damage increases. When the character is on the field for more than 4 seconds, the damage buff decreases.

Best For: Sub-DPS characters who spend time off-field but still deal damage, like Fischl.​

Lost Prayer to the Sacred Winds (5-Star Catalyst)

 

 

Stats:

• Base ATK: 46

• Secondary Stat: 33.1% CRIT Rate​

Passive Ability: Increases Movement Speed by 10%. When in battle, the character gains an Elemental DMG Bonus every 4 seconds. Max 4 stacks. Lasts until the character falls or leaves combat.

Best For: Main DPS catalyst users who stay on the field for extended periods, like Klee or Yanfei.​

Skyward Harp (5-Star Bow)

 

 

Stats:

• Base ATK: 48

• Secondary Stat: 22.1% CRIT Rate

Passive Ability: Increases CRIT DMG by a certain percentage. Hits have a chance to inflict a small AoE attack, dealing Physical DMG.​

Best For: Bow users who benefit from increased CRIT stats, such as Tartaglia or Ganyu.​

 

Version 5.6 offers a mix of new and returning weapons that cater to various playstyles. Whether you're looking to enhance your support characters' Energy regeneration or boost your main DPS's damage output, there's something for everyone.​