Summary
- Dahlia is set to debut in Archon Quest before Version 5.7 playable release, with Hydro Sword user potential.
- Fans offer high expectations for Dahlia as a male character, but temper expectations with his 4-Star status.
- Version 5.7 focuses on Skirk, displaying low synergy with Dahlia, with potential future male characters like Varka.
A recent leak in the Genshin Impact community has revealed Dahlia's new model, who is set to debut in the current Archon Quest before becoming playable in Version 5.7. Dahlia was initially discovered by the community during the first wave of Fontaine leaks, but it took two years until he was officially unveiled by the developers in the Version 5.6 trailer. It's clear that Genshin Impact is preparing something special for Version 5.6, as the upcoming patch will take players back to Mondstadt to conclude a storyline that's been built up for years.
Albedo, Venti, and Dahlia seem to lie at the center of this storyline, with the latter presiding over Albedo's trial as one of its judges. From a narrative standpoint, Dahlia's role remains a mystery. As for his gameplay, players can expect Dahlia in Genshin Impact to be a 4-Star Hydro Sword user. There are many possible ways for his ability kit to go, and most notably, Hydro still lacks a proper Shield character, assuming Lan Yan's elemental absorption doesn't count. However, it won't be until the Version 5.7 beta that players will be able to see Dahlia in action.
Rumor: A New Genshin Impact Game Could Be in Development
Information about a future HoYoverse project has come to light, as a new Genshin Impact game could be in development alongside the Honkai title.
That being said, his full model has already been revealed by Mero, implying that details of his ability kit aren't that far behind. Compared to his original model from 2023, the final design of Dahlia seems to have flipped his color scheme around. His coat is now white, while his trousers are black, and he wears a completely different pair of boots. Overall, the design implies a Genshin Impact character who is significantly less mischievous than his concept art, which is fitting for a judge and for the Deacon of the Knights of Favonius.
Genshin Impact: What Players Can Expect from Dahlia
It's clear that fans have been clamoring for more male characters in Genshin Impact during the Natlan era. Between Version 4.1 and Version 5.8, the developers will have added a grand total of one male 5-Star to the lineup. However, given that Dahlia will be a 4-Star character like Ifa and Ororon, Genshin Impact players should temper their expectations. While 4-Stars can be powerful in their own right, as seen with Xingqiu or Gaming, the chances of them having a subpar ability kit is significantly higher.
For all intents and purposes, HoYoverse is planning to make Skirk the star of Version 5.7, and according to recent leaks, she won't have much synergy with Dahlia. That being said, Nod Krai in Genshin Impact does promise plenty of male characters for people to enjoy, as names like Varka, Durin, Dottore, and even Capitano are tossed around as potentially playable 5-Stars. Players will get to find out more about Dahlia after the release of Version 5.6 on May 7, 2025.
Genshin Impact
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OpenCritic Reviews
- Top Critic Avg: 81 /100 Critics Rec: 87%
- Released
- September 28, 2020
- ESRB
- Teen / Alcohol Reference, Fantasy Violence, In-Game Purchases (Includes Random Items), Users Interact
- Developer(s)
- HoYoverse (Formerly miHoYo)
- Publisher(s)
- HoYoverse (Formerly miHoYo)
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!
- Engine
- Unity
- Multiplayer
- Online Co-Op
- Cross-Platform Play
- All platforms
- Cross Save
- All platforms
- PC Release Date
- September 28, 2020
- Xbox Series X|S Release Date
- November 20, 2024
- PS5 Release Date
- April 28, 2021
- Genre(s)
- RPG, Action, Adventure, Gacha, Open-World
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, PC, iOS, Android
- OpenCritic Rating
- Strong
- X|S Optimized
- yes
