More than clean water awaits you
The wait is over . Fontaine is coming and it ’s prescribed ! The extended Special Program Livestream for Genshin Impact has revealed the first glimpses at the new area , complete with an extended trailer for the initial secret plan points ( and some thrilling reveals ) and mechanical showcases , as well as the usual streamer and event let out that we all have a go at it and love .
And of grade , there were various repurchase codes along the way , so let ’s dive deep into the Land of Justice and unveil what ’s obliterate underneath the Hydro area of Fontaine , set to be out on August 15 .
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Fontaine Overview and Underwater Exploration
We ’ve already had some glimpses at how Fontaine will front , but we now have a deeper look . Quite literally . We learn about their exceptional social organization and some of the geographic expedition quirks in the arena , which has a huge focus on its subaquatic division .
As a newfangled part , expect to see new bosses and ascension material , as well as new types of worldwide enemies , biomes , and creature scattered around the area , separate into two different exploration types .
While the bright , straitlaced - like style of the metropolis is a delight to see and appreciate , the principal panorama are discover beneath the dark waters . Players can search , hoard item and fight while swimming with any character . A different Stamina bar is deplete while swimming , but you do n’t need to advance it as it comes maxed out from the commencement .
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All regular exploration functions are usable while underwater , but combat is slightly different . Instead of using the same system of rules , you’re able to grab skills from various submersed animal and use them in conflict , such as shields or pee jets to blast out your foes .
Puzzles and quest were plan specifically for this exploration , but there ’s also your regular land geographic expedition here and there . The whole Fontaine metropolis is huge by itself , and sure characters can interact other than with the environs .
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Some automaton enemies can have their weapons broken only by Fontaine persona , for example . you may defeat them unremarkably , but the coming is slimly unlike bet on your team .
New Banners and Characters
The chess opening banners in Fontaine will featureLyney and Yelan . Previously unwrap through drip merchandising , Lyney is making his first appearance as the first 5 - star from the Hydro realm , despite him being a Bow Pyro character himself , accompanied by no one else than one of the strong Hydro units in the secret plan . Lynetteis a 4 - star Sword Hydro character who ’s featured in the first banners too .
former timers are take over the patch ’s 2d one-half with the return ofZhongli and Tartaglia . They will be the final banners of the basic mend and are accompanied byFreminet , another 4 - whiz Ice Claymore part that will later on be added to the stock character pool .
Aside from those , there are various Fontaine citizens seen in previous vexer that will also appear during the Archon Quest , such as Navia , Clorinde , Neuvillette , Charlotte , and , of course , the Hydro Archon herself , Furina . Expect them to be scattered across the next few streamer .
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Upcoming Events and More
The master event this time isMega Meka Melee , rewarding the best payoff out of them and containing a free Bennett by completing certain objectives . It seems like the Mondstadt adventurer has something to do with all of that , as one of the skirt in the minigames is clearly urge on by him .
Relic Records : founding of the Hydro Nationis an geographic expedition consequence where you have to snaffle various items from monsters or area exclusive to Fontaine . Take it as a hint to start exploring the Hydro area at once . A similar thing happens inStudies in Light and Shadow : A Fontaine of Enchantment , another rerun for the photo - pickings upshot .
Verdict of Bladesis the gross armed combat - oriented case here , boast Lyney and other novel role to prove in it , and the variant conclude with anotherLey Line Overflowevent . Extra resources are always welcome .
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System Changes and Updates
We have a few important changes to the overall systems . Some of them were already observe in the latest Developer Discussion especial Emily Price Post , but we get some more details now on the new change .
An impactful change is that adirect teleport to Sumeru , next to the Fontaine outskirts , will be unlocked right after end up Mondstadt ’s Archon Quests . So no matter of your advancement , you’re able to call the new area right away ! You still need to complete all Archon Quests to unlock some features , but you’re able to search and grab items for your theatrical role .
Speaking of them , Lynette is the free Fontaine character . And unlock her is as wanton as ever . Just reach Adventure Rank 25 and you could take her straight from the Event Menu . She comes with enough materials to ascend her directly to Ascension 1 , and you have to search Fontaine for more .
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colligate : More Artifact Changes Are do to Genshin Impact in Fontaine
The Multi - layered Map layout is implement after positive feedback from Sumeru . Underground areas will now be marked on the map with a small icon , indicating whether a teleport / domain of a function is located above or below your current location . This will be utile for Fontaine ’s various submerged locations .
12 new weapons are being insert in this variant . 5 of them are craftable in Fontaine , while 5 others are procurable through the Battle Pass ( the older BP weapon are still there too ! ) . The two remaining are Lyney ’s signature bow uncommitted through wishes and the last one is a fresh Fishing - obtained sword .
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Even more geared wheel is available with theGolden Troupe and the Marechaussee Hunter Artifact Sets . These two will be uncommitted through a new Artifact Domain located somewhere in the Hydro realm , so you might wanna unlock it to begin with if potential .
The party screen now has oodles of animation and dissimilar , customizable scope . Each eccentric does a unique pose when selected , as well as saying their usual quotes when deployed . More lively than ever !
And last , Genius Invokation TCGwill be getting its common update with more cards ( we ’ve take care Qiqi , Albedo , and Lisa in the house trailer ) and the introduction of a Spectator mode , score it light to judge your friends ’ moves
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Redemption Codes
And finally , we also got the irregular Primogem computer code for this version . ensure to grab them quick as they ’ll expire by the end of the day !
Yeah , the Fontaine temporary hookup will be nothing less than huge ! We ’re certain to enjoy ourselves discovering this new land while pull through for the next approaching characters(and there ’s a good lot of them ! ) , so get your dive suit quick and jump properly into this new update when it ’s finally here !
