Genshin Impact 5.8 Banner Leaked: Ineffa, Outfits & New Map

Genshin Impact 5.8 Banner is shaping up to be an exciting update, with leaks showcasing rerun favorites, a new character debut, fresh outfits, and even a new map.

Here’s everything we know so far about the Genshin Impact 5.8 Banner.

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Genshin Impact 5.8 Banner Leaks

Leaks indicate the Genshin Impact 5.8 Banner will include one brand-new Electro character and a lineup of beloved reruns. Expect Ineffa to debut alongside reruns of Mualani, Citlali, and Chasca across the banner phases, though exact scheduling has not yet been officially confirmed.

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Featured 5-Star Characters

Anticipated lineup for the Genshin Impact 5.8 Banner:

Character	Status	Element	Weapon
Ineffa	New	Electro	Polearm
Mualani	Rerun (Phase 1)	Hydro	Catalyst
Citlali	Rerun (Phase 2)	Cryo	Polearm
Chasca	Rerun (Phase 2)	Anemo	Bow

These characters are expected to appear across the banner phases, and while leaks are strong, details may shift before launch.

Genshin Impact New Character – Ineffa

Ineffa is a highly anticipated 5-star Electro polearm character who will make her debut in Genshin Impact Version 5.8. She brings a unique mix of sub-DPS utility and supportive shielding, making her a valuable asset in both elemental reaction teams and survivability-focused compositions.

Combat Role & Abilities

Elemental Skill: Generates a protective shield that scales with her Max HP or DEF (as speculated), while also applying Electro to nearby enemies. This allows her to simultaneously protect allies and set up Electro-based elemental reactions such as Electro-Charged, Overloaded, or Superconduct.
Elemental Burst: Unleashes a high-damage Electro AoE that boosts party-wide Elemental Mastery for a short duration. This synergy makes her especially powerful when teamed with Hydro, Dendro, or Pyro characters, amplifying reactions like Aggravate or Hyperbloom.
Passive Talent: Her passive talents are expected to increase the effectiveness of Electro-Charged reactions specifically, potentially giving bonus damage or increased uptime.

Lore & Origin

Early leaks suggest that Ineffa hails from Nod-Krai, an unreleased region likely to be introduced in later patches or post-Natlan expansions. Nod-Krai is rumored to have a more technological or mystic aesthetic, contrasting with Natlan’s fiery and primal theme. Her connection to this land hints at a broader expansion of Genshin Impact’s lore and possibly foreshadows the next major regional update.

Genshin Impact New Outfits – Yelan & Bennett

Version 5.8 is also expected to introduce two new character skins that have caught the attention of the community.

Yelan – Mysterious Elegance

Yelan’s new outfit is said to feature a sleek tactical redesign, leaning into her covert operative persona. The skin appears to mix Liyue-style elegance with a more modern, action-ready flair. It’s likely to be a 4-star skin, obtainable either through a time-limited event or available in the shop post-event for Genesis Crystals.

Bennett – Adventurer’s Legacy

Bennett’s outfit offers a fresh take on his classic Adventurer’s Guild look, with possible upgrades to his gear and glider. It may include visual nods to his many mishaps, such as patched-up sleeves and a customized backpack. His skin is also speculated to be earnable through in-game events, making it more accessible to F2P players.

Both outfits may come with custom idle animations and updated splash art, though voice line changes are unconfirmed at this stage.

Genshin Impact New Map – Mare Jivari

One of the biggest surprises of Version 5.8 is the addition of a new explorable region: Mare Jivari, a desolate volcanic land situated west of Natlan.

Map Theme & Features

Known as the “Sea of Ashes,” Mare Jivari is an ash-covered, lava-scorched wasteland with erupting geysers, molten caverns, and fire-warped forests.
It will feature intense environmental hazards, such as periodic eruptions or burning zones, possibly requiring players to adapt with elemental shields or special gadgets.
Early map previews show dark volcanic rock formations, firestorm skies, and glowing crimson rivers, presenting a visual contrast to the tropical warmth of Natlan’s core area.

Exploration Rewards

Players can expect exclusive puzzles, world quests, and a new set of regional materials.
It’s likely that Mare Jivari will host new bosses or elite mobs, which may drop ascension materials for Ineffa or future characters.
The region may also feature limited-time events tied to the Genshin Impact 5.8 Banner timeline.