The Genshin Impact leak season is intensifying with the emergence of new details from credible sources regarding Fontaine. This time, the focus is on the new character Navia and the featured banner characters for Version 4.1. Players can anticipate an official glimpse into the next chapter of their Teyvat journey and what to expect in Version 3.8 during the upcoming developer livestream on June 23. Prior to the Fontaine cast taking center stage, the next update will bring back Eula and Klee, giving players the opportunity to obtain these characters through pulls. While the exact number of Genshin Impact characters in Fontaine is still uncertain due to conflicting leaks about Arlecchino, players already have a solid understanding of the majority of the new additions to the cast. In addition to the Hydro Archon, fans can look forward to the appearance of Neuvilette and Wriothesley on a Genshin Impact banner in the near future. Notably, Neuvilette is particularly exciting as he seems to be a 5-Star Hydro Catalyst, which is a first for male characters in the game.
Navia, also known as "the blonde woman" in the leaker community, is an exciting new addition to the Fontaine character lineup. While her concept art has been leaked early on, there has been much speculation regarding her element, weapon, and ability kit. However, according to Mero, a well-known leaker in the Genshin Impact community, Navia is expected to be a 5-Star Geo character. This is particularly intriguing for players, as the Geo element in Genshin Impact is in need of a rework. Many are hopeful that Navia's introduction will kick off a Geo renaissance.
It is important to approach leaks with caution, as details can be misinterpreted or change during the development process. Recent leaks suggest that the lineup of Fontaine characters has been shuffled around, with the Cryo Polearm character Wriothesley no longer being included in the Standard Banner. According to Hutao Lover, Version 4.1 is set to feature a strong man on the Limited Banner, indicating that either Wriothesley or Neuvilette will be included, leaving Navia as a potential candidate for the first Geo 5-Star character on the Standard Banner in Genshin Impact.
Fontaine, the new character in Genshin Impact, will bring a fresh perspective to the game's meta. While Dendro introduced unique elemental reactions, Fontaine will predominantly focus on the already powerful Hydro element. This is mainly due to the strong ability kits and synergies of characters like Yelan and Nilou. Although Hydro is often associated with healing through characters like Barbara and Kokomi, the speculation is that Focalors, Fontaine's kit, will introduce a life-drain mechanic. With the Chapter's Hydro theme, it is possible that Navia's Geo abilities will synergize well with other Hydro characters, extending beyond the Crystallize reaction.
Genshin Impact is currently available on PC, Mobile, PS4, and PS5, with a Switch version currently in development.