Genshin Impact 5.7 Patch Breakdown: Skirk, Natlan, Imaginarium & More!

 Genshin Impact 5.7 Patch Breakdown: Skirk, Natlan, Imaginarium & More!  

by Jagansai

Hey Traveler!

You made it! Genshin Impact 5.7 just dropped, and wow—this patch is not playing around. So grab a cup of resin (figuratively, please), stretch those primogem wallets, and let’s chat about everything 5.7 brings to the table. From long-awaited characters to new story twists and endgame goodies—we're diving into it all. You ready? Let's go!

Image credits : hoyolab

🌈 New Characters: Say Hello to Skirk & Dahlia

 

Alright, let’s talk banners. If you’ve been waiting forever to pull Skirk—congrats, the wait is over.

Skirk (5★ Cryo, DPS)

Image credits : hoyolab

• Childe's sword mentor is finally playable, and she’s not just hype—she delivers. Her Cryo slashes cut through mobs like butter and she’s absolutely Spiral Abyss-worthy.

Dahlia (4★ Hydro, Support/Shield)

• Dahlia brings a refreshing mix of healing, shielding, and Hydro application. Perfect for travelers building a new F2P Genshin team or looking to amp up elemental synergy.

 

✨ Banners & Wishes Breakdown

Phase I: June 18 – July 8, 2025

• Skirk (NEW 5★ Cryo)
• Shenhe (5★ Cryo rerun)
• Dahlia (4★ Hydro)

Phase II: July 9 – July 29, 2025

Image credits: hoyolab

• Mavuika (5★ Pyro)
• Emilie (5★ Dendro)

Let’s be real—if you’re a Cryo main, this is your moment. Whether you're building melt comps or just hoarding waifus, 5.7’s banners are spicy.

 

 

 

🎉 Limited-Time Events

This patch is packed tighter than Paimon’s snack bag. Here’s what’s coming:

• Battle of Imagined Arrays – Combat extravaganza
• Reminiscent Regimen: Frenzy – Co-op chaos
• Fearsome Ferocious Firepower – More boom for your buck
• Traveler’s Tales: Gilded Chapter – Lore drop incoming
• Overflowing Abundance – Yup, bonus drop time. Farm like there’s no tomorrow.

 

🏆 Quality-of-Life Buffs

They heard us, Traveler. The devs finally gave us some love:

• Delete optional quest files on mobile to save space
• Restart Spiral Abyss floors without backing out entirely
• Use Fragile Resin for quick claims (finally!)
• Boss list restructured in the handbook for easy targeting

If you’re a daily grinder or just have zero patience for UI nonsense—this patch is a win.

 

🔥 Stygian Onslaught: Endgame Just Got Real

Image credits: hoyolab

Genshin just handed us a game mode with actual permanent value.

Stygian Onslaught lets you face off against intense boss waves with multiple teams. The real kicker? You earn Dust of Enlightenment, which you can use to re-roll artifact substats.

Yes. That means fewer trash rolls and more cracked builds. Finally, your Ayaka or Raiden might get the goblet they deserve.

 

🌙 Spiral Abyss Gets a Makeover

Ley Line Disorders:

• Floor 11: Boosts Cryo & Pyro DMG
• Floor 12: Buffs Cryo and Nightsoul-aligned damage

New Blessing – “Bitterfreeze Moon”

• Cryo reactions now trigger true damage shockwaves. Chilly AND deadly.

Enemy Fixes:

• Lectors and Heralds won’t abuse freeze bugs anymore. Thank the Archons.

 

🌍 Lore Galore: Natlan & Skirk Take Center Stage

If you’re a story nerd like me, this part’s for you.

Archon Quest – “A Space and Time for You”

• The Traveler and Dainsleif team up once again to uncover secrets in Natlan. Expect lore bombs, twists, and some big reveals.

Skirk Story Quest – “Whispers Betwixt Stars and Night”

• Dive into Skirk’s mysterious past, her time in the Abyss, and how she became Childe’s mentor.

And don’t sleep on the Nod-Krai teaser either—future regions are getting darker and deeper.

 

🎯 Final Thoughts

Genshin Impact 5.7 isn’t just a “bridge patch.” It’s stacked. Whether you’re pulling for Skirk, hunting new artifacts, or crying through the Archon quest (again)—there’s something for every kind of Traveler.

Take your time, enjoy the ride, and don’t forget to grind for artifacts 

 

Join the MetaRespawn Community:
Want more spicy updates like this? Flex your pulls, debate Abyss comps, or just meme your way through 5.7 with us at:
👉 https://www.reddit.com/r/metarespawn/

Explore more gaming insights, updates, and exclusive content on metarespawn.com—your next daily pit stop for all things Genshin!