Genshin Impact Version 7.1 Livestream Reveals Dainsleif Battle and New Characters

Version 7.1’s banner schedule includes Phase 2 appearances for Ineffa and Flins, following their availability in the preceding phase.
Vesna is an Anemo character and Vodyanitsa is a Hydro character; the livestream coverage also reported rumored reruns for Skirk and Escoffier.
The livestream redemption codes were set to expire on Monday, September 14, at 23:59 UTC+8, giving players only a short window to claim the Primogems and Mora.
Players must reach Adventure Rank 10 to redeem the livestream codes; rewards can be claimed either through the in-game redemption menu or HoYoverse’s dedicated redemption website and then collected from the in-game mailbox.
The update follows Version 7.0’s introduction of Snezhnaya, new materials to farm there and deeper Stellar-based reaction mechanics, providing the immediate gameplay and narrative context for Version 7.1.
Genshin Impact Version 7.1 drops September 23 with a major story showdown in Snezhnaya. Enduins reports players will face Ronova, the Ruler of Death and one of the Four Shades, in a direct confrontation tied to the ancient curse on Khaenri'ah. The update also introduces two new 5-star characters: Vesna (Anemo) and Vodyanitsa (Hydro), alongside a deeper dive into the Tsaritsa's plan to challenge Celestia itself.
InvenGlobal confirms the update, called "Requiem of Death," escalates the crisis in Snezhnaya after Version 7.0 introduced the frozen nation. Limited-time livestream redemption codes are already live, offering Primogems and Mora—but players must claim them before Monday, September 14, at 11:59 PM UTC+8.
The Version 7.1 Archon Quest centers on a direct battle between Dainsleif and Ronova, the mysterious figure behind Khaenri'ah's doom. TheOuterHaven reports Ronova becomes a new Weekly Boss encounter. The confrontation ties into the larger power struggle involving the Tsaritsa, who seeks to overthrow Celestia's control over Teyvat. GameMeca states the update escalates the crisis and sets up a showdown with what it calls the ruler of death.
Two new 5-star characters headline Version 7.1. Enduins confirms Vesna as an Anemo character and Vodyanitsa as a Hydro character, offering fresh team-building options for players. Rumored reruns for Skirk and Escoffier are also expected. FinalWeapon notes the update brings the return of the Moonchase Festival in Liyue, adding seasonal activities to the patch lineup.
HoYoverse released limited-time redemption codes during the Version 7.1 livestream. InvenGlobal reports the codes expire Monday, September 14, at 11:59 PM UTC+8—giving players only a narrow window to claim Primogems and Mora. Players must reach Adventure Rank 10 to redeem. Codes work through the in-game redemption menu or HoYoverse's website, with rewards collected from the in-game mailbox.
Version 7.1 teases Rhinedottir, the alchemist who created Khaenri'ah, manipulating the body of Naberius—expanding the lore around the original sin that cursed the kingdom. This subplot deepens the conflict between the Tsaritsa's rebellion, Celestia's dominion, and ancient powers seeking to reshape Teyvat's fate. The update builds directly on Version 7.0's introduction of Snezhnaya, new Stellar-reaction mechanics, and the groundwork laid in previous patches.
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