Genshin Impact: New Character Cards Guide

Hey, fellow Travelers! Ever look at your Genshin Impact character roster and think, "Man, I need some fresh faces!" We've all been there, right? Getting new character cards in Genshin Impact is one of the most exciting parts of the game. It's like unboxing a surprise gift every time! But let's be real, it can also be a bit of a puzzle, especially when you're just starting out or trying to snag that limited-time waifu or husbando. This guide is your ultimate cheat sheet, packed with all the juicy details on how to expand your team and bring those awesome new characters into your adventure. We'll dive deep into the mechanics, share some pro tips, and make sure you're well-equipped to summon the characters you've been dreaming about. So grab your Primogems, get comfy, and let's break down the art of acquiring new characters in Teyvat!

Understanding the Wish System: Your Gateway to New Characters

Alright guys, let's talk about the heart of getting new character cards in Genshin Impact: the Wish system. This is where the magic happens, or sometimes, where the heartbreak resides. Think of it as Genshin's gacha mechanic. You spend a special in-game currency, primarily Primogems, to pull on different banners, hoping to get characters and weapons. It's super important to get a handle on how this works because it's your primary, and often only, way to acquire most characters outside of the starting lineup and a few select freebies. The game offers several types of banners, and understanding each one is key to maximizing your chances and your Primogem spending. We've got the Standard Wish Banner, which is always available and features a permanent pool of characters and weapons, including some of the early five-star characters like Jean, Diluc, Mona, Qiqi, and Keqing, along with many four-stars and weapons. Then there are the Event Wish Banners. These are the ones you'll be focusing on if you're chasing specific characters. There are usually two event banners running concurrently: the Character Event Wish and the Weapon Event Wish. The Character Event Wish features a rate-up for a specific 5-star character and a selection of 4-star characters. This is your golden ticket to snagging the latest waifus and husbandos! The rate-up means that character has a higher chance of appearing compared to other characters of the same rarity. The Weapon Event Wish, on the other hand, focuses on boosting the drop rates for specific 5-star weapons, which can also be crucial for powering up your main characters, but your primary goal for character cards is the Character Event Wish. Understanding the pity system is absolutely CRUCIAL here. The pity system is a guaranteed mechanic that ensures you'll receive a 5-star item after a certain number of wishes without getting one. For the Character Event Wish, you are guaranteed a 5-star item within 90 wishes. However, the first 5-star you pull has a 50% chance of being the featured rate-up character. If it's not, then your next 5-star is guaranteed to be the featured character. This is called a 'hard pity'. There's also a 'soft pity' that starts around the 75th wish, where your chances of pulling a 5-star start increasing significantly. For 4-star items, you're guaranteed one every 10 wishes. Just like with 5-stars, the first 4-star you pull has a chance to be the featured rate-up 4-star character. So, strategizing when and on which banner to pull is paramount. Don't just go spending your Primogems wildly, guys! Think about who you want, save up, and target those event banners.

Acquiring Primogems: The Fuel for Your Wishes

So, you know you need to Wish, but what do you use? That's right, Primogems! These little sparkly gems are the lifeblood of your character acquisition journey in Genshin Impact. Without them, you're not making any wishes, and without wishes, you're not getting new characters. Therefore, understanding all the ways to farm Primogems is absolutely essential. The game throws Primogems at you from a lot of different sources, but some are more consistent than others. Let's break them down, shall we? First off, Daily Commissions are your bread and butter. Completing all four daily commissions every single day and reporting back to Katheryne at the Adventurers' Guild will net you a tidy sum of Primogems, along with Adventure EXP and Sigils. This is the most reliable and consistent way to earn Primogems long-term. Don't ever skip your dailies, guys! Next up, we have Quests. Story quests, World Quests, Hangout Events, and even Archon Quests often reward you with Primogems upon completion. While these are not renewable, they provide a significant chunk of Primogems, especially when you're exploring and progressing through the game. Make sure you're doing as many of these as possible. Events are another huge source of Primogems. HoYoverse regularly introduces limited-time events that often have generous Primogem rewards, alongside other valuable items like Mora, Talent Books, and even free characters or weapons. Always keep an eye on the in-game event tab and participate in everything you can. These are often your best opportunities for large Primogem hauls outside of daily activities. The Spiral Abyss is a challenging endgame activity, but it's incredibly rewarding. Clearing certain floors of the Spiral Abyss for the first time grants you Primogems, and the Abyss resets bi-weekly, offering more Primogems for completing its chambers. If you're strong enough, this is a fantastic way to boost your Primogem income. Opening Chests throughout the world of Teyvat is also a way to get Primogems. While individual chests might only give a few, the sheer number of chests scattered across the map means they add up over time. Keep an eye out for common, exquisite, and precious chests as you explore. Unlocking Teleport Waypoints and Statues of The Seven grants you a small amount of Primogems each time. It's not a lot, but as you explore, it contributes to your overall Primogem count. Completing the Adventurers Handbook tasks, especially the