Summary
An interestingGenshin Impactchart reveals the revenue difference between the new five-star Dendro user Kinich and the Inazuma Archon, Raiden Shogun. Both characters are part of the second banner cycle ofGenshin ImpactVersion 5.0, alongside a solid lineup of four-star characters.
This same update previously introduced two new characters: the five-star Hydro DPS Mualani and the four-star Geo user Kachina, who was also available for free as part of an event-exclusive quest. As the number of playable characters continues to increase with each update, releasing double banners has become standard practice for HoYoverse.
Genshin Impact’s Limited Character Bannerfeatures two separate five-star units with a shared four-star lineup. While there are various banner types in the game, the limited banner is widely regarded as the most popular since it’s the only way to obtain new five-star characters. A chart from the popularPaimon.moesite has revealed the sales difference between the two currently featured five-star characters, Kinich and Raiden Shogun. According to the chart, Kinich is responsible for around 65% of the banner revenue, which isn’t surprising considering he is the only new five-star featured in this banner cycle. Kinich is a solid DPS unit with a unique playstyle thanks to his grappling hook mechanic.
Genshin Impact: How Good Is Kinich?
Even though he might not be the most powerfulDendro unit inGenshin Impact, many players have pulled for Kinich due to his exploration potential. However, his place in the current meta could improve in the future as HoYoverse introduces more Natlan supports that complement his playstyle. It’s worth noting that powerful supports like Kokomi were initially considered underwhelming at release but later became essential as HoYoverse introduced Dendro elemental reactions.
Despite being released over three years ago, Kinich’s banner colleague, Raiden Shogun, is still considered anS-tier character inGenshin Impact. One of her greatest strengths is the ability to adapt to almost any team composition in the game, thanks to a stacked kit, which also allows her to be used in any party role except support.
HoYoverse has a pattern of featuring one Archon in each update following the introduction of a new major region. Their recent Special Program event confirmed that the upcomingGenshin ImpactVersion 5.1will include the famous Sumeru Archon, Nahida, who is scheduled to appear in the second banner cycle alongside Hu Tao. The first part of the update will be reserved for two Geo users, Xilonen and Chiori.
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