Genshin Impact 7.1 Update: New Characters, Bosses & Free Fates

Catch up on the Genshin Impact 7.1 livestream recap. Discover new characters Vesna and Vodyanitsa, active Primogem codes, Tsaritsa Archon Quests, the Ronova boss, and massive 6th Anniversary rewards including two free 5-star character selectors.

A Rekviem for the Underworld: Complete Genshin Impact 7.1 Livestream Recap

HoYoverse officially broadcast the Genshin Impact Version 7.1 Special Program on Saturday, September 12, 2026, pulling back the curtain on "A Rekviem for the Underworld." Scheduled to launch across PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, iOS, and Android on September 23, 2026, Version 7.1 represents a massive milestone for the game. Not only does it advance the critical Snezhnaya narrative into an unprecedented clash of cosmic authorities, but it also carries the official celebration of Genshin Impact’s 6th Anniversary, delivering historic free character rewards.

 Active Livestream Redemption Codes

As always, the broadcast provided three limited-time redemption codes granting a combined 300 Primogems and vital leveling resources:

• Rekviem: 100 Primogems + 10 Mystic Enhancement Ore

• Vesna0923: 100 Primogems + 5 Hero's Wit

• PrimaDonna: 100 Primogems + 50,000 Mora

These codes expire promptly on September 15, 2026, at 00:00 (UTC-4). Players at Adventure Rank 10 or higher should redeem them immediately via the in-game settings menu or the official HoYoverse redemption portal.

New Snezhnayan 5-Stars: Vesna and Vodyanitsa

Version 7.1 introduces two powerhouse 5-star units from Snezhnaya who pioneer and elevate the emerging Stellar Swirl reaction meta:

• Vesna — Commander of the Druzhna (5★ Anemo Sword): Serving as an on-field Anemo carry, Vesna enters a dedicated "Spirit Blade" stance upon activating her Elemental Skill. During this phase, her attacks infuse with Anemo while granting access to a three-tier advanced skill chain driven by a unique resource known as Spirit Blade Force. Her Elemental Burst unleashes wide Anemo AoE cleaves while replenishing a point of Spirit Blade Force to extend her field uptime. Vesna's core passive converts party-triggered Cryo Swirl reactions directly into devastating Stellar Swirl instances, transforming her personal damage output.

• Vodyanitsa — Prima Donna of the Korolevskiy Troupe (5★ Hydro Catalyst): A dedicated off-field support and sub-DPS scaling completely with Max HP. Her Elemental Skill triggers a mermaid transformation, summoning an autonomous microphone construct that assaults foes for 16 seconds. Each pulse delivers HP-scaled Hydro DMG, shreds enemy Hydro and Cryo RES, supplies active character healing, and grants interruption resistance. Her Elemental Burst functions as an explosive Hydro nuke with massive multipliers when deployed while her skill is active. Outside combat, she glides across water surfaces in her mermaid form at high speeds.

Banner Roadmap:

• Phase 1 (September 23 – October 13, 2026): Debut banners for Vesna and Vodyanitsa.

• Phase 2 (October 13 – November 3, 2026): First rerun banners for Skirk and Escoffier.

Snezhnaya Archon Quest: The Confrontation with Death

The Snezhnaya Archon storyline escalates dramatically through two monumental chapters: Chapter VII Act III, "White Night, Like a Dream Upon Waking," and Act IV, "A Rekviem for the Underworld."

Travelers will finally stand face-to-face with the Tsaritsa to uncover the overarching master plan behind her long quest to seize the Gnoses. Reaching her presence requires overcoming her inner circle, including High Maid Danica and Commander Vesna herself.

The narrative peaks with the long-awaited return of Dainsleif. For the first time since the Fall of Khaenri'ah, Dainsleif confronts Ronova, the Ruler of Death, who has deployed her authority to halt Snezhnayan plans. The tension reaches a boiling point when Rhinedottir, the Ruler of Life, also manifests before the Tsaritsa, placing both rulers of existence in the same room alongside Pierro. The chapter culminates in an all-out frontline struggle where the Traveler fights shoulder-to-shoulder with Dainsleif against Ronova, unlocking her as a permanent Weekly Trounce Boss alongside the new world boss, Guardian Blade of Drifting Snow.

Flagship Events & Seasonal Celebrations

• Silverwing in Pursuit of the Moon: The version’s flagship adventure combining combat challenges, wilderness navigation, and puzzle trials. Completing the storyline rewards a free 4-star sword, Silver Light.

• Moonchase Festival: Returning to Liyue after five years, the festival lights up Yilong Wharf with thaumaturge-themed minigames, a historical investigation involving Zhongli and Zibai, and an additional free event weapon.

• Carefree Snowball Fight: A lighthearted seasonal minigame in Snezhnaya testing aim and agility against local youth and quirky seasonal mobs.

• Predictive Victory Dynamics & Overflowing Favor: A tournament prediction minigame tracking 16 Natlan squads alongside returning double-drop domain bonuses.

• Miliastra Wonderland Updates: Receives an autumn-themed lobby refresh, free outfits, collaborative map editing, and client-side scripting tools for community creators.

Unprecedented 6th Anniversary Rewards

Version 7.1 marks a historic milestone for rewards, headlined by two separate free 5-star character selectors:

• Free Limited 5-Star Selector: Claimable via the event "Tabletop Troupe: A Gathering on Adventure's Eve", allowing players to select one limited unit from Tartaglia, Nilou, Baizhu, Chiori, Clorinde, or Varesa.

• Free Standard 5-Star Selector: Claimable directly through the event menu, offering Diluc, Jean, Mona, Keqing, Qiqi, Tighnari, Dehya, or Yumemizuki Mizuki.

Travelers will also receive 1,600 Primogems, 10 Intertwined Fates via a 7-day login campaign (for a combined 20 wishes), 80,000 Mora, 8 Hero's Wit, 2 Fragile Resin, and 1 Sanctifying Elixir.

 Level Up Your Teyvat Adventure

Genshin Impact 7.1 anchors the early progression of the update, especially for players investing in new characters. Travelers aiming to accelerate ascension farming can explore trusted Genshin Impact Accounts, optimize resin/stamina efficiency with expert Genshin Impact Hourly Services, or secure consistent boss clears through reliable Genshin Impact Boosting as farming rotations intensify.

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