Scheduled for release during the First Phase of Genshin Impact Version 4.4 on January 31st, the newest 5-star Anemo character, Xianyun, also known as Cloud Retainer, is the centerpiece of this update. We’ll study the ins and outs of her abilities, Ascension Materials, and discuss whether she’s a character worth pulling for.
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Genshin Impact Xianyun – The Cloud Retainer
Xianyun, originally one of the Mighty and Illuminated Adepti of Jueyun, has redirected her attention to the affairs of the mortal world. Known for her expertise in mechanical contraptions, she assumes the role of Cloud Retainer when she walks among mortals. Xianyun is introduced as the latest Anemo / Catalyst character. She combines Plunge ATK support with healing capabilities.
Genshin Impact Xianyun is brought to life by talented voice actors in various languages. Here they are:
- English: Stephanie Panisello
- Chinese: Qin Ziyi
- Japanese: Nakatomi Mana
- Korean: Kang Si-hyeon
Genshin Impact Xianyun Ascension Materials
Before taking on the adventures with Genshin Impact Xianyun, make sure you are well-equipped with all the needed Ascension Materials. Here’s a detailed list to help you gear up for Xianyun’s journey to level 80+:
- Mora: 420k
- Divining Scroll: 18
- Sealed Scroll: 30
- Forbidden Curse Scroll: 36
- Vayuda Turquoise Sliver: 1
- Vayuda Turquoise Fragment: 9
- Vayuda Turquoise Chunk: 9
- Vayuda Turquoise Gemstone: 6
- Clearwater Jade: 168
- Cloudseam Scale: 46
Genshin Impact Xianyun’s Kit and Abilities
As an Anemo character, Xianyun manipulates the wind to deal damage, provide healing, and support teammates. Her versatile kit allows her to fulfill multiple roles, from sub-DPS to a reliable healer or support. Let’s break down Genshin Impact Xianyun’s abilities and passives:
Genshin Impact Xianyun Skills
- Word of Wind and Flower – Normal Attack
- Normal Attack: Summons swirling winds to perform up to 4 attacks, dealing Anemo DMG.
- Charged Attack: Consumes a certain amount of Stamina and launches a Breeze Bolt in a straight line that deals Anemo DMG to opponents along its path.
- Plunging Attack: Plunges towards the ground from mid-air, damaging all opponents in her path. Deals AoE Anemo DMG upon impact with the ground.
- White Clouds at Dawn – Skill
- Xianyun enters the Cloud Transmogrification state and uses Skyladder once. In this state, she can use Skyladder up to 2 more times.
- In this state, when Xianyun uses a Normal or Plunging Attack, she will use Driftcloud Wave instead, transforming into a Cloudbreeze Crane and performing a dive attack on nearby opponents, dealing AoE Anemo DMG and ending Cloud Transmogrification. DMG dealt this way is considered Plunging Attack DMG.
- Skyladder
- Xianyun will temporarily ascend forward and into the air, dealing Anemo DMG to targets in her path.
- Can be used while in mid-air. The leap distance increases when used from the ground. The same opponent can be damaged a maximum of once per Cloud Transmogrification state.
- The more times Skyladder is used during per Cloud Transmogrification state, the more DMG the resulting Driftcloud Wave will deal and the larger its AoE. After using 3 Skyladders (including the initial use from White Clouds at Dawn), she will use the mightiest Driftcloud Wave: Divine Awe.
- White Clouds at Dawn itself can only be used while on the ground.
- If Skyladder is not used again within a short period, the Cloud Transmogrification state will end and enter CD. If Driftcloud Wave was not used during a Cloud Transmogrification state, the CD of Cloud Transmogrification will be decreased by 3s.
- Stars Gather at Dusk – Elemental Burst
- Brings forth a sacred breeze that deals AoE Anemo DMG and heals all nearby characters based on Xianyun’s ATK. It will also summon a mechanism named Starwicker.
- Starwicker
- Continuously follows the active character and periodically heals all nearby characters based on Xianyun’s ATK.
- Starts with 8 stacks of Adeptal Assistance. While Adeptal Assistance is active, nearby active characters will have their jump height increased.
- When the active character completes a Plunging Attack, Starwicker will consume 1 stack of Adeptal Assistance and deal AoE Anemo DMG.
Genshin Impact Xianyun Passive Skills
- Crane Form
- Boosts gliding SPD for your party members by 15%. Not stackable with identical effects from other Passive Talents.
- Galefeather Pursuit
- Hitting opponents with Driftcloud Waves grants nearby party members Storm Pinion stacks, increasing Plunging Attack CRIT Rate.
- Consider, the Adeptus in Her Realm
- When the Starwicker created by Stars Gather at Dusk has Adeptal Assistance stacks, nearby active characters’ Plunging Attack shockwave DMG will be increased by 170% of Xianyun’s ATK. The maximum DMG increase that can be achieved this way is 8,500.
- Each Plunging Attack shockwave DMG instance can only apply this increased DMG effect to a single opponent. Each character can trigger this effect once every 0.4s.
Genshin Impact Xianyun’s Constellations
- Purifying Wind
- White Clouds at Dawn gains 1 additional charge.
- Aloof From the World
- After using White Clouds at Dawn, Xianyun’s ATK will be increased by 20% for 15s.
- Additionally, the effects of the Passive Talent “Consider, the Adeptus in Her Realm” will be enhanced: When the Starwicker created by Stars Gather at Dusk has Adeptal Assistance stacks, nearby active characters’ Plunging Attack shockwave DMG will be increased by 306% of Xianyun’s ATK. The maximum DMG increase that can be achieved this way is 15,300.
- Each Plunging Attack shockwave DMG instance can only apply this increased DMG effect to a single opponent. Each character can trigger this effect once every 0.4s.
- You must first unlock the Passive Talent “Consider, the Adeptus in Her Realm.”
- Creations of Star and Moon
- Increases the Level of Stars Gather at Dusk by 3. The maximum upgrade level is 15.
- Mystery Millet Gourmet
- After using Skyladder 1/2/3 times during one White Clouds at Dawn Cloud Transmogrification state, when a Driftcloud Wave unleashed during that instance hits an opponent, it will heal all nearby party members for 50%/80%/150% of Xianyun’s ATK. This effect can be triggered once every 5s.
- Astride Rose-Colored Clouds
- Increases the Level of White Clouds at Dawn by 3. The maximum upgrade level is 15.
- Cloudkeeper’s Spirit
- The CRIT DMG of White Clouds at Dawn’s Driftcloud Wave is increased by 70%.
- When Xianyun uses White Clouds at Dawn, if Stars Gather at Dusk’s Starwicker has Adeptal Assistance, 1 Adeptal Assistance stack will be consumed and cause this use of White Clouds at Dawn to not enter CD, and when this instance of Cloud Transmogrification state triggers Starwicker’s attack with a Driftcloud Wave, no Adeptal Assistance will be consumed.
- Additionally, when Driftcloud Wave: Divine Awe hits an opponent, Starwicker will gain 1 Adeptal Assistance stack. This effect can be triggered once every 8s.
Genshin Impact Xianyun Banner and Release Date
Xianyun, the Cloud Retainer, along with Gaming is to debut later this month with the release of Genshin Impact Version 4.4 on January 31st. Players will have a three-week window to acquire her through the Limited Character Banner. Time is of the essence for you if you want to add her to your roster.
Is Genshin Impact Xianyun worth it?
Genshin Impact has a broad array of characters and you have to be careful and decisive about who you pull for. Xianyun, with her unique focus on Plunge Attacks, will definitely be an amazing addition to the roster. As a character that enhances Xiao’s damage, she becomes a valuable asset for Xiao fans. Whether you’re drawn to her synergy with Xiao or seek fresh gameplay dynamics, Xianyun, the Cloud Retainer, might just be the breath of fresh air your roster needs.
That is all we know currently about Genshin Impact Xianyun. Anyone having the slightest knowledge about the game will know that she is the real deal.
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