Introduction
The backdrop of Mondstadt in Genshin Impact has experienced a notable character drought since Version 1.5. Despite this stagnation, the region still boasts a total of 19 unique characters. The upcoming Spring 2025 release of Dahlia promises to revitalize the Mondstadt roster, introducing fresh dynamics to this iconic part of Teyvat.
The State of Mondstadt’s Character Roster
Since the game’s initial release in September 2020, Mondstadt and Liyue were the first two regions introduced to players. While Mondstadt effectively established the foundational lore and mechanics of Genshin Impact, Liyue has dominated subsequent updates, continually expanding its map and character offerings. As a result, many players feel that Mondstadt has been left behind.
The anticipation for a potential Mondstadt map expansion has lingered in the gaming community for years. Speculations surrounding characters like Varka and hints of Dornman Port through various storylines have only fueled this belief. However, as Version 5.4 highlights an Inazuma-centric patch — complete with new characters and events — the absence of fresh updates for Mondstadt has led to a perception of neglect.
Character Comparisons Across Regions
A recent analysis shared by user Trigon05 on the Genshin Impact subreddit starkly illustrates the contrast in character distribution across regions. The table below summarizes the latest character additions and totals for each region:
Genshin Impact: Character Distribution by Region
Last three characters from each nation as of 5.4 (first image both 5-stars and 4-stars, second image only 5-stars and third image only 4-stars) by u/Trigon05 in Genshin_Impact
| Region | Number of Characters | Latest 5-Star Release |
|---|---|---|
| Mondstadt | 19 | Version 1.5 |
| Liyue | 21 | Version 4.4 |
| Inazuma | 17 | Version 5.4 |
| Sumeru | 14 | Version 3.5 |
| Fontaine | 12 | Version 4.8 |
| Natlan | 8 | Version 5.3 |
| Snowy | 2 | Version 4.6 |
Looking Ahead: Upcoming Characters
Despite the long wait for new characters, Mondstadt’s current roster still includes fan-favorites like Jean, Bennett, Fischl, and Sucrose, making it competitive, especially with Liyue, which has the highest character count largely due to annual Lantern Rite events. New contenders from Sumeru and Fontaine have yet to catch up, while Natlan is in its early stages. This disparity may explain why the developers have been selective in introducing new characters from Mondstadt.
A key development to watch is the anticipated arrival of Dahlia, slated for a playable debut in Spring 2025 as the Deacon of the Church of Favonius. His arrival is highly awaited, particularly as Mondstadt is due for a new 5-Star character, albeit Dahlia and Ifa are expected to be 4-Star. Insights suggest that male 5-Star characters may not debut until at least Version 6.0.
As Version 5.5 is set to release on March 26, 2025, Genshin Impact fans are abuzz with speculation and excitement, especially since Dahlia won’t appear in this immediate update. Nonetheless, the enthusiasm around upcoming characters and their potential impact on gameplay dynamics remains high.
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