Summary
- Chiori is a highly anticipated character in Genshin Impact and is expected to make her playable debut in Version 4.5.
- Chiori is an off-field Geo Sword DPS and will have puppets or mannequins in her splash art that won't count as a Geo Construct.
- Chiori's ability kit will have front-loaded damage and will make use of both DEF and ATK stats.
Genshin Impact is expected to start its official drip marketing for Chiori on December 29, 2024, though a reliable leak has shared an early preview of what players can hope to see from her ability kit. Though Version 4.3 was considered a dry patch, its Flagship Event introduced Genshin Impact fans to Chiori, a former acquaintance of Kamisato Ayato, and the owner of Chioriya Boutique in the Court of Fontaine. It didn't take long for her to become a fan-favorite, and while Version 4.4 will instead focus on the Lantern Rite, Chiori is expected to make her playable debut in Version 4.5.
Though the Lantern Rite controversy in Genshin Impact has distracted the community from the upcoming Event Banners, a majority of players have been satisfied with the way HoYoverse addressed some underutilized Elemental Reactions, such as Crystallize, with the Fontaine 5-Stars. While Navia may not be the savior of the Geo element on her own, she is a rock-solid addition to the character roster, and players are hoping that Chiori will have good synergy with her, either in a Support role or as an off-field DPS.
Chiori has long been suspected of being a featured character on the Version 4.5 Event Banners for Genshin Impact, and all signs point that HoYoverse has made no last-minute changes to the banner order. As for what players can expect from Chiori's ability kit, Uncle K and GenshinMeow have leaked early details on what sets Chiori apart from other 5-Star Geo characters.
Chiori's Ability Kit and Role in Genshin Impact
- Chiori is an off-field Geo Sword DPS.
- Chiori will have puppets or mannequins in her splash art, and they won't count as a Geo Construct when placed on the field.
- Chiori's ascension stat is CRIT RATE, and her signature weapon will provide 88% CRIT DMG at Level 90.
- Her Normal Attack animations will feature a dual wielding combo, similar to Alhaitham.
- Her Elemental Burst will have front-loaded damage, similar to Ayaka.
- It remains to be determined if her abilities will have synergy based on the amount of Crystallize Shards or Geo Constructs on the field, but the best iteration solely relies on Crystallize shards. This implies that she will be a good teammate for Navia.
- Chiori has dual scaling in her ability kit, and will make use of both DEF and ATK.
Chiori should begin beta testing soon, and Genshin Impact players who signed up for the beta will have a chance to test her out prior to launch. Her capability of dishing out Geo damage off-field has made the community wonder if Albedo's role in Genshin Impact is being taken over by Chiori, as unlike his Geo Constructs, Chiori's mannequins can't be destroyed by boss enemies.
Ultimately, both Albedo and Chiori are supposed to feature on the Event Banners in Version 4.5, and there are even rumors of Genshin Impact adding a birthday banner to the mix. With Version 4.4 releasing on January 31, fans can expect to see Version 4.5 in mid-March.
Genshin Impact
- Released
- September 28, 2020
WHERE TO PLAY
Step into Teyvat, a vast world teeming with life and flowing with elemental energy.
You and your sibling arrived here from another world. Separated by an unknown god, stripped of your powers, and cast into a deep slumber, you now awake to a world very different from when you first arrived.
Thus begins your journey across Teyvat to seek answers from The Seven — the gods of each element. Along the way, prepare to explore every inch of this wondrous world, join forces with a diverse range of characters, and unravel the countless mysteries that Teyvat holds...
MASSIVE OPEN WORLD
Climb any mountain, swim across any river, and glide over the world below, taking in the jaw-dropping scenery each step of the way. And if you stop to investigate a wandering Seelie or strange mechanism, who knows what you might discover?
ELEMENTAL COMBAT SYSTEM
Harness the seven elements to unleash elemental reactions. Anemo, Electro, Hydro, Pyro, Cryo, Dendro, and Geo interact in all sorts of ways, and Vision wielders have the power to turn this to their advantage.
Will you vaporize Hydro with Pyro, electro-charge it with Electro, or freeze it with Cryo? Your mastery of the elements will give you the upper hand in battle and exploration.
BEAUTIFUL VISUALS
Feast your eyes on the world around you, with a stunning art style, real-time rendering, and finely tuned character animations delivering you a truly immersive visual experience. Lighting and weather all change naturally over time, bringing every detail of this world to life.
SOOTHING SOUNDTRACK
Let the beautiful sounds of Teyvat draw you in as you explore the expansive world around you. Performed by the London Philharmonic Orchestra, the soundtrack changes seamlessly with the time and gameplay to match the mood.
BUILD YOUR DREAM TEAM
Team up with a diverse cast of characters in Teyvat, each with their own unique personalities, stories, and abilities. Discover your favorite party combinations and level up your characters to help you conquer even the most daunting of enemies and domains.
JOURNEY WITH FRIENDS
Team up with friends across various platforms to trigger more elemental action, tackle tricky boss fights, and conquer challenging domains together to reap rich rewards.
As you stand atop the peaks of Jueyun Karst and take in the rolling clouds and vast terrain stretching out before you, you may wish to stay in Teyvat a little longer... But until you are reunited with your lost sibling, how can you rest? Go forth, Traveler, and begin your adventure!
- Developer(s)
- HoYoverse (Formerly miHoYo)
- Publisher(s)
- HoYoverse (Formerly miHoYo)
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, PC, iOS, Android
- Metascore
- 86
- Genre(s)
- RPG, Action, Adventure, Gacha, Open-World
