Genshin Impact Patch 5.6 Leaks: Characters, Weapons, Events and More
Explore the latest Genshin Impact leaks for Patch 5.6, including new weapons, artifacts, and exciting content updates. Stay informed and plan your next adventure through Teyvat today!
Genshin Impact 5.6 Leaks: New Weapons, Characters, and Events
Welcome to our Genshin Impact 5.6 leaks guide, where we uncover non-story details about new characters, weapons, artifacts, and upcoming events. For additional leaks, visit our leaks hub.
The source for most of this leaked information comes from the Honey Impact database.
Who Are the Upcoming Characters in Genshin Impact Patch 5.6?
5.6 brings 2 new characters, Escoffier, a 5-Star and Ifa who's a 4-Star. Being a 4-Star character, Ifa will be available on other banners in version 5.7.
What Are the New Weapons in Genshin Impact Patch 5.6?
Patch 5.6 comes with 2 new weapons. A signature weapon for Escoffier, Symphonist of Scents and a 4-Star bow called Sequence of Solitude.
| Weapon | Type | Rarity | ATK | Substat | Value | Weapon Effect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Symphonist of Scents | Polearm | 5-Star | 608.07 | Crit DMG | 66.15 | (R1) ATK is increased by 12%. When the equipping character is off-field, ATK is increased by an additional 12%. After healing, the equipping character and healed character(s) will obtain the "Chanson de Baies" effect, increasing their ATK by 32% for 3s. This effect can be triggered even if the equipping character is off-field. |
| Sequence of Solitude | Bow | 4-Star | 509.61 | HP | 41.35 | (R5) When an attack hits an opponent, deal AoE DMG equal to 40% of Max HP at the target location. This effect can be triggered once every 15s. |
Are There New Artifact Sets in Genshin Impact Patch 5.6?
5.6 does not have a new artifact set, no new artifact sets are likely to release until 6.0
New Weekly Boss
In version 5.6 there will be a new weekly boss. Avoiding any spoilers on what the boss is, this simply means there will be new weekly upgrade materials. These are used with Escoffier for example.
What are the Events in Patch 5.6 of Genshin Impact?
Genshin Impact patch 5.6 features several main events. These are:
- Whirling Waltz (Flagship Event)
- Operation Downpour Simulation (Tabletop game-style Event)
- Chronicle of Shifting Stratagems (Combat Event)
- Legends Ablaze: Cross-Border Brawl (Co-Op Event)
The minor events provide players with the same rewards as other patches including Talent Material books, Weapon Ascension Materials and Primogems.
The Whirling Waltz event also provides players with the new 4-Star bow, refinement materials and even a new furnishing.
Changelog
- 16 Apr. 2025: Updated for 5.6.
- 05 Jan. 2025: Updated for 5.4.
- 01 Dec. 2024: Updated for 5.3.
- 12 Oct. 2024: Patch 5.2 info added.
- 06 Sep. 2024: Patch 5.1 info added.
- 21 Aug. 2024: Natlan information merged into this page.
- 14 Jun. 2024: Updated for 4.8.
- 17 May 2024: Additional information added.
- 30 Apr. 2024: Updated for 4.7.
- 05 Apr. 2024: Page initially created for 4.6.
This guide has been written by Shikhu (Discord - Shikhu), an avid Genshin Impact player who has been exploring Teyvat since the game has launched. He has experienced all the game has to offer from building his favorite characters, exploring the world to clearing Spiral Abyss each rotation. His favorite character being his C6 Furina.