Genshin Impact 7.2 is shaping up as the next major content patch, and a steady stream of datamines and named leakers has already sketched out its characters, map, events, and banners. Two Electro newcomers from Snezhnaya headline the update, alongside a coastal expansion to the frozen nation. None of it is official until HoYoverse confirms it, so treat every detail below as pre-release leak material that can still change.
Quick answer: Genshin Impact 7.2 is expected around November 4, 2026, introducing 5-star Electro Catalyst Mitya and 4-star Electro Sword Valeriy, a new Snezhnaya coastal area, and a fresh event with a 4-star character selector.
Genshin Impact 7.2 expected release window
Genshin Impact runs on a roughly six-week update cycle. With Version 7.1 having launched on September 23, 2026, that cadence places 7.2 near November 4, 2026, with a second banner phase following around late November. The version Special Program, where HoYoverse reveals the official calendar and banners, is expected in late October.
These dates are projections based on HoYoverse’s past cadence, not an announced calendar. Patch timing has changed in earlier versions, leaving the November window tentative until the 7.2 broadcast verifies it. Official news is posted on the Genshin Impact website.
New characters: Mitya and Valeriy
Two Snezhnayan characters are set to join the roster. Both are Electro units, which means they share the same ascension gem, and both are wired into the Stellar Conduct reaction system.
| Character | Rarity | Weapon | Leaked role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mitya | 5-star | Catalyst | Stellar-Conduct DPS / sub-DPS |
| Valeriy | 4-star | Sword | Shielder and reaction buffer |
Mitya (5-star Electro Catalyst)
Mitya is the update’s featured 5-star character. Leak reports identify him as a catalyst wielder whose damage depends on Elemental Mastery, not raw attack, and say he can serve as the active damage dealer or contribute from off field. His Elemental Skill reportedly offers tap and hold inputs: tapping emphasizes damage while active, whereas holding lets him attack from off field.
HoYoverse itself nudged his designation. A Known Issues note corrected his in-game Electro Vision, stating he should read as an “Electro Stellar Linchpin.” That correction points to a kit built around the Stellar Conduct system rather than a standard Electro build. His party buffs are reported near 120 Elemental Mastery with a Stellar Super Conduct damage bonus while he is on the field.
Preliminary constellation details, which may change, point to C1 adding Elemental Mastery and reducing his Elemental Burst requirement. C2 reportedly offers an on-field Crit increase or, when he is off field, Cryo and Electro resistance reduction. A C0 talent is also said to build up Mastery and damage bonuses based on the number of Cryo and Electro teammates.
Valeriy (4-star Electro Sword)
Valeriy is reported to focus on protecting the party with shields rather than dealing damage himself. His kit is said to grant a shield to the whole team, a 20% Stellar-Conduct damage bonus, about 120 Elemental Mastery for party members, and Electro application roughly every 3.5 seconds. That combination makes him an obvious low-cost partner for Mitya.
Reports conflict on whether Valeriy gets his headline numbers at base or only with constellations, and his 4-star rarity remains unconfirmed. His appearance with Mitya in the 7.0 Archon Quest had led some players to expect a 5-star.
Leaked 7.2 banner lineup and reruns
The leaked banner list pairs Mitya with a Furina rerun, and Zibai with Linnea in the other half. Mitya is likely to lead the first phase, with the two Geo reruns arriving in the second. A separate early datamine listed Mitya, Zibai, and Linnea with an unidentified fourth slot, and Valeriy’s exact placement is still undecided.
| Expected phase | 5-star | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Phase 1 | Mitya | New |
| Phase 1 | Furina | Rerun |
| Phase 2 | Zibai | Rerun |
| Phase 2 | Linnea | Rerun |
| Either phase | Valeriy (4-star) | New |
Leaks pointing to a Lunar-Crystallize damage boost in the Spiral Abyss fit with a possible return for Zibai and Linnea. Community forecasts also consider the leaked Stygian Onslaught boss roster: every boss has a shield tied to its element, limiting which characters are especially useful. Another banner leak pairs Tsaritsa with Danica in 7.3, so players saving for the Cryo Archon may use 7.2 to prepare.
Snezhnaya map expansion
Snezhnaya is expected to gain another mapped zone that joins the current region. It sits on the Cryo nation’s east side, not on an island of its own. Leaks call it Puerto Belovodye (also referenced as Port Belovodye), portraying a coastal industrial harbor district with urban settlements, machinery, stretches of coastline, and possible underground areas. Novokitezhgrad has also been tied to this expansion.
A reference image has circulated in support of the map claim, but it looks like a rough early drawing rather than a finished design. This is the most uncertain item on the list; the beta has yet to settle the terrain, landmarks, or regional connections. If added, the area would extend Snezhnaya’s gradual map expansion across the patch cycle.
Events and the 4-star character selector
Version 7.2 is set to feature a new main event whose name has not yet surfaced. Completing its challenges reportedly lets you pick one 4-star character from a selector. The leaked options are:
- Amber
- Xiangling
- Thoma
- Collei
- Lynette
- Kachina
- Aino
- Alyosha
Alongside the main event, several other gameplay challenges are leaked for the patch: Fierce Shadow Freeze Frame Chronicles, Where Kristall Roots Run Deep, and Pressure Cube Crush Plans.
New Local Legends and combat leaks
Three new Snezhnayan Local Legends are expected to join the game with 7.2: Rowdy Beasts, Elder Blighttree, and Ancient Ironquill. On the endgame side, the leaked Stygian Onslaught lineup features bosses with element-specific shields.
| Leaked boss | Shield | Favored units |
|---|---|---|
| New boss | Stellar / Electro | Mitya |
| Emperor of Fire and Iron | Pyro | Neuvillette, Furina |
| Radiant Moon Gecko | Layered Geo | Zibai, Linnea |
The Emperor of Fire and Iron is the Fontaine crab, and Hydro breaks its Pyro shield fastest, which puts Furina in the prediction pool. One leak places the first boss at around 33.5 million HP. These shield matchups are a big part of why the community expects the leaked reruns to line up as they do.
Primogem planning for 7.2
A 5-star is guaranteed by wish 90, and losing the 50/50 guarantees the next 5-star. To secure Mitya even with the worst possible luck, plan for the maximum cost.
| Goal | Wishes | Primogems |
|---|---|---|
| One 5-star at hard pity | 90 | 14,400 |
| Guaranteed Mitya (worst case) | 180 | 28,800 |
Plan on around 420 Hero’s Wit for a level 1-to-90 character, plus roughly 8 million Mora to complete each build. The two newcomers are both Electro, so their ascension uses the same Vajrada Amethyst gem; you can begin collecting it now.
What is confirmed versus leaked
The clearest anchor is that Mitya and Valeriy are real characters already shown in official Snezhnaya material and quests, and HoYoverse’s own Known Issues note referenced Mitya’s “Electro Stellar Linchpin” designation. What remains unconfirmed is the far larger part of the picture.
- Version 7.2 timing, banner sequence, and returning characters
- Ability details, rarity, and constellation effects for Mitya and Valeriy
- Puerto Belovodye’s final layout, size, and connections
- The wider 7.x roadmap stretching beyond 7.3
The version beta should let players verify ability numbers and map files instead of relying on rumors, while HoYoverse’s late-October Special Program will confirm the dates and banners. For now, Mitya’s Stellar-Conduct carry role is the clearest theory, the Snezhnaya coastal area remains the biggest unknown, and further roadmap details are still speculation that may change.
