All Playable Genshin Characters

Genshin Impact continues to capture the hearts of players around the world with its rich lore, vast open world, and especially its diverse cast of playable characters. Each character brings a unique personality, elemental affinity, weapon type, and combat style to the game. As of the current update, the game features over 70 playable characters across various regions like Mondstadt, Liyue, Inazuma, Sumeru, Fontaine, and beyond. For both newcomers and veterans alike, knowing all playable Genshin characters can help you build stronger teams, understand the meta, and plan your next pulls.

Overview of Playable Characters in Genshin Impact

Playable characters in Genshin Impact are categorized by five main elements: Anemo, Geo, Electro, Hydro, Pyro, Cryo, and Dendro. They also wield one of five weapon types: Sword, Claymore, Polearm, Bow, or Catalyst. Each character comes from a specific region and has a rarity level of either 4-star or 5-star. Some are obtained through story progression, while most are acquired via the Wish system.

Characters by Region

Mondstadt

Mondstadt is the City of Freedom and the starting region in Genshin Impact. It is inspired by European aesthetics and ruled by the Anemo Archon, Barbatos.

• Amber – Pyro, Bow
• Kaeya – Cryo, Sword
• Lisa – Electro, Catalyst
• Barbara – Hydro, Catalyst
• Razor – Electro, Claymore
• Noelle – Geo, Claymore
• Fischl – Electro, Bow
• Bennett – Pyro, Sword
• Diluc – Pyro, Claymore
• Jean – Anemo, Sword
• Venti – Anemo, Bow
• Albedo – Geo, Sword
• Eula – Cryo, Claymore
• Mika – Cryo, Polearm
• Rosaria – Cryo, Polearm

Liyue

Liyue is a region rich in tradition and inspired by Chinese culture. It is ruled by the Geo Archon, Morax (Zhongli).

• Xiangling – Pyro, Polearm
• Xingqiu – Hydro, Sword
• Chongyun – Cryo, Claymore
• Ningguang – Geo, Catalyst
• Beidou – Electro, Claymore
• Xinyan – Pyro, Claymore
• Yanfei – Pyro, Catalyst
• Qiqi – Cryo, Sword
• Keqing – Electro, Sword
• Ganyu – Cryo, Bow
• Zhongli – Geo, Polearm
• Shenhe – Cryo, Polearm
• Yun Jin – Geo, Polearm
• Yaoyao – Dendro, Polearm
• Baizhu – Dendro, Catalyst

Inazuma

Inazuma is an archipelago region influenced by Japanese themes. The region is ruled by the Electro Archon, Raiden Shogun.

• Thoma – Pyro, Polearm
• Sayu – Anemo, Claymore
• Kujou Sara – Electro, Bow
• Gorou – Geo, Bow
• Kuki Shinobu – Electro, Sword
• Heizou – Anemo, Catalyst
• Kaedehara Kazuha – Anemo, Sword
• Kamisato Ayaka – Cryo, Sword
• Kamisato Ayato – Hydro, Sword
• Yoimiya – Pyro, Bow
• Yae Miko – Electro, Catalyst
• Raiden Shogun – Electro, Polearm
• Arataki Itto – Geo, Claymore

Sumeru

Sumeru is the land of knowledge, influenced by Middle Eastern and South Asian culture. It is ruled by the Dendro Archon.

• Collei – Dendro, Bow
• Tighnari – Dendro, Bow
• Alhaitham – Dendro, Sword
• Dehya – Pyro, Claymore
• Cyno – Electro, Polearm
• Nilou – Hydro, Sword
• Nahida – Dendro, Catalyst
• Dori – Electro, Claymore
• Kaveh – Dendro, Claymore
• Layla – Cryo, Sword
• Faruzan – Anemo, Bow
• Wanderer – Anemo, Catalyst

Fontaine

Fontaine is the nation of justice, inspired by French motifs and architecture. It is associated with the Hydro Archon.

• Lynette – Anemo, Sword
• Lyney – Pyro, Bow
• Freminet – Cryo, Claymore
• Neuvillette – Hydro, Catalyst
• Wriothesley – Cryo, Catalyst
• Clorinde – Electro, Sword
• Navia – Geo, Claymore
• Sigewinne – Hydro, Bow
• Chevreuse – Pyro, Polearm

Traveler Character Variants

The Traveler is the protagonist and a unique character who can switch elements depending on the region. Currently, the Traveler can harness:

• Anemo (Mondstadt)
• Geo (Liyue)
• Electro (Inazuma)
• Dendro (Sumeru)
• Hydro (Fontaine)

The Traveler is a versatile option for players early in the game and can adapt based on team needs or storyline progress.

Upcoming and Leaked Characters

Genshin Impact often teases future characters through quests, events, or official artwork. While leaks should be taken cautiously, several characters are confirmed or rumored to be added in future updates, especially as more of Teyvat’s regions are unveiled.

Keeping track of upcoming banners is essential for players managing Primogems and planning their team compositions. New elements, character roles, and weapon types continue to diversify gameplay with each release.

Character Roles and Team Building

Each character in Genshin serves a specific role: Main DPS, Sub-DPS, Support, or Healer. Understanding these roles is vital for creating effective teams. For example:

• Main DPS: Characters like Diluc, Hu Tao, and Itto deal most of the team’s damage.
• Sub-DPS: Characters like Xingqiu, Fischl, and Xiangling offer off-field damage or quick bursts.
• Support: Characters like Bennett and Zhongli provide buffs or shields.
• Healer: Barbara, Kokomi, and Qiqi restore health to keep the party alive.

Strategic synergy between elements (like Vaporize, Melt, or Bloom reactions) also affects team performance. Some teams are built around elemental resonance or specific artifacts that amplify certain characters’ abilities.

Rarity and Pull Rates

Characters in Genshin Impact come in 4-star and 5-star rarities. While 4-stars are more common and easier to build, 5-stars often boast more powerful kits and unique mechanics. Players earn characters through banners using Primogems or Fates. The pity system ensures a guaranteed 5-star after a certain number of pulls, making resource management important.

With a growing roster of diverse and exciting characters, Genshin Impact offers endless possibilities for team composition and gameplay strategy. From the spirited knights of Mondstadt to the scholarly minds of Sumeru and the justices of Fontaine, each region introduces characters with fresh designs and unique mechanics. As the game expands into new territories and storylines, the list of playable Genshin characters will only continue to grow, offering players more ways to explore, experiment, and enjoy the world of Teyvat.