Genshin Impact special program reveals Fontaine trailer

For higher or worse, the world of Genshin Affect appears to haven’t any bounds, and its 4.0 patch is ready to introduce one other new main area. Developer Hoyoverse launched a brand new trailer for its 4.0 patch on Friday morning as a part of its livestream. The addition, referred to as “As Gentle Rain Falls With out Purpose,” will mark the introduction of the water-themed nation of Fontaine, and be launched on Aug. 16.

The trailer begins with a bleak prophecy informed by the magician Lyney: “The individuals will all be dissolved into the waters. And solely the Hydro Archon will stay, weeping on her throne.” Fontaine is dominated by Focalors, the Hydro Archon and the God of Justice. Becoming to this theme, the trailer teases a trial and a mysterious system referred to as an Oratrice, which seems to be a machine with a consciousness that may ship sentences.

As normal, the trailer is stuffed to the brim with new characters that gamers can look ahead to within the upcoming collection of patches. We get glimpses of characters like Furina, Neuvillette, and Navia. Additionally, an outdated pal from Liyue, Childe (Tartaglia), makes his large return to the principle story.

As for gameplay, the 4.0 patch will introduce three new playable characters: five-star Pyro archer named Lyney; Lynette, a four-star Anemo sword-wielder; and Freminet, a four-star Cryo claymore person. On the exploration facet, this area’s large addition can even permit gamers will be capable of discover sprawling underwater areas by diving.