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Possible leaks have surfaced, suggesting that Skirk, a character that has been the subject of speculation in the Genshin Impact community, may make an appearance during the Fontaine cycle of the game.As the eagerly anticipated region of Fontaine rolls out, players can expect to encounter new playable characters like Lynette and Freminet, and there is even a chance that the non-playable character, Cloud Retainer, will also be introduced.
Fontaine not only introduces new characters, but also includes diving, underwater combat, and possibly new gliding animations. A leaked hint from Genshin Impact suggests that the rumored character Skirk may appear during the Fontaine cycle. With the RPG's newest region, HoYoverse, just weeks away, fans have already been given a glimpse of several upcoming characters affiliated with the Hydro Archon's domain. Fontaine will debut with three new characters in Version 4.0, featuring Lyney as a five-star unit and Lynette and Freminet as four-star characters. Additional leaks are now suggesting the presence of another planned cast member from the region.
The previously mentioned trio for Version 4.0 in Genshin Impact has been confirmed, but teasers and leaks have hinted at additional playable characters within Fontaine. The "Final Feast" trailer showcased several members of Fontaine's expected roster, including Furina, the Hydro Archon, and Neuvillette, Fontaine's Chief Justice, as well as Navia and Wriothesley. Leaks have also suggested that the pre-existing NPC, Cloud Retainer, from past regions may become a new playable character. The latest leak reveals potential appearances for Skirk, a new Fontaine character, along with an estimated release window. Concept art of Skirk portrays her with long faded blonde hair and an extravagant dress. She is rumored to debut as a Sword character, as shown in one of the artworks. Although the leak does not provide a confirmed release date, it suggests that Skirk will be introduced during the Fontaine cycle.
Skirk's introduction is just one of the many characters that players can expect to see in Genshin Impact's upcoming region. Fontaine will bring forth a new Sword-wielding character, and Lynette has been confirmed as an Anemo element Sword user. There are also strong rumors circulating about other highly-anticipated characters such as Arlecchino and Furina, who are likely to also use Swords. Currently, Swords take the lead as the most popular weapon choice among Genshin Impact characters, with a total of 16 different Sword users.
Expected to launch in August with Version 4.0, Fontaine aims to bring more than just new characters to Genshin Impact. The Hydro region is anticipated to introduce fresh gameplay mechanics, including diving and underwater combat, which are set to be the major highlights. Additionally, the region is rumored to offer new gliding animations and the potential for playable characters to have different body types. Fontaine's leaks and teasers unveil an abundance of exciting content that awaits players when the region debuts next month. Genshin Impact is currently available for PC, PS4, PS5, and mobile devices, with a Switch version currently in development.