List of Genshin Impact characters

Characters in 2020 action role-playing game From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Genshin Impact is an open-world action role-playing game built around exploration, elemental combat, and a diverse roster of playable characters. Each character is aligned with one of seven elements and wields a Vision[a], a magical device that lets its bearer channel elemental energy in combat.[1][2] As of February 2026, there are 112 playable characters in the game, each offering distinct playstyles, backstories and ties to Teyvat's culture. The current roster consists of 22 characters from Mondstadt, 22 from Liyue, 17 from Inazuma, 14 from Sumeru, 13 from Fontaine, 11 from Natlan, 1 from Snezhnaya and 8 from Nod-Krai. Four characters come from outside of Teyvat.

Official art from 2024 of all the playable characters that had been released at the time, celebrating the game's 4th anniversary

Genshin Impact uses a gacha system as its core business model. This means that most of the game's revenue comes from sales on time-limited character "banners" during which players can spend in-game currency for the chance to acquire characters. Through this, some characters such as Zhongli and the Raiden Shogun have earned massive amounts of money for developer HoYoverse. However, some characters faced criticism from players for issues like poor performance in combat and cultural misrepresentation.

Creation and design

Genshin Impact producer Cai Haoyu said that characters are one of the most important components of the game. The characters have unique gameplay based on different elements, which represent the cultural characteristics of their respective regions. The multi-character design of the game is derived from Japanese card games. New characters are continuously introduced; at the same time, contrary to mainstream and past designs that used characters to serve the plot, the production team designed a narrative centered on characters, carrying out multi-plotline parallel narratives under the same worldview. In addition, the characters of Genshin Impact are the main source of profit for the game, with most characters obtained through a wishing mechanic, while other content in the game is provided to players for free.[3]

Each character is designed by a team rather than an individual and there are no "art director" or "creative director" positions in miHoYo. The production team first establishes the character's background story and place of residence, then conducts internal discussions and brainstorming. Afterwards, they evaluate the character's art style, background design, and gameplay mechanics based on player preferences. Once a concept design is finalized, the character design process enters the modeling stage. The production team continuously reviews the character's 3D model to ensure that it is consistent with the concept drawing. In terms of character rendering, the in-game character model and the scene are rendered independently. The scene uses deferred shading, while the characters use forward rendering, allowing the production team to control all lighting effects to ensure that the effect of the character presentation always meets the artist's expectations. To maintain the display effect of the character's face, a system that will automatically adjust according to the direction of the main light source was designed. In terms of the overall shadow effect of the character, the production team depicts the character in a cartoonish art style through cel shading, while also allowing the character to be affected by real-time light sources.[3]

In terms of character artificial intelligence (AI) design, the production team has been developing the game's character AI system since 2017. AI is mainly divided into three categories: humans, wildlife, and non-player characters (NPCs) in combat. There were more than 200 types of AI in the early stages of the game. With the increase in AI brought about by game updates, the production team designed an AI framework and established an independent AI pipeline, breaking the inference modules into different categories according to each function to facilitate subsequent updates and maintenance. The character's behavior is based on a decision tree system to determine the character's skills or movements, and the data will be imported into the animation system for execution. The entire system facilitates giving NPCs different personalities and special abilities, also allowing boss-type characters to have unique actions.[4]

For a character's background, the production team creates their image by building interpersonal relationship networks for the character and refining the regional cultural background of the character's origin.[5] Before the character is officially launched in the game, miHoYo promotes them by releasing relevant videos through its official social media accounts for promotion. Initially, a character teaser in Live2D is released to provide a first impression of their design, identity and personality to players. The day before the character's release, a character trailer (formerly termed "character demo") is released, showing their detailed 3D model, combat animations, skill effects, and some exclusive story and interaction clips. Finally, "Collected Miscellany" videos explain how to use the character's skills and their unique mechanics, with the narrator also describing and commenting on the character's personality based on their respective worldviews.[6]

Many characters are derived from legends of certain nations: for instance, the adepti of Liyue are based on the Xian of Taoism. The idea of the Vision is derived from Taoism: in the game, the concept of a third eye manifests itself in humans in the form of their Vision.[7] Some characters are named after historical or literary figures; for example, Alhaitham is named after the real-life figure Ibn al-Haytham.[8]

Outlanders

Outlanders are characters that are not originally from the world of Teyvat.

  • Traveler (旅行者; Lǚxíngzhě) / Aether (空; Kōng) or Lumine (荧; Yíng)
Voiced by: Luyin[9] (Chinese); Zach Aguilar[10] (English); Shun Horie[10] (Japanese); Lee Kyung-tae [ko][9] (Korean) (Aether)
Voiced by: Yanning[9] (Chinese); Sarah Miller-Crews[10] (English); Aoi Yūki[10] (Japanese); Lee Sae-a [ko][9] (Korean) (Lumine)
The main protagonist of the game. Players can choose either Aether (male) or Lumine (female) as their Traveler, with the other becoming the non-playable lost sibling, the Prince/ss of the Abyss Order. After being separated from their twin, they embark on a journey to meet the gods of Teyvat and reunite with their lost sibling. Players can name the Traveler at the beginning of the game. The name chosen by the player will be the name used to refer to the Traveler in-game, and only the Traveler's Sibling calls the Traveler by their real name.[11]
  • Aloy (埃洛伊; Āiluòyī)
Voiced by: Li Mufei (Chinese); Giselle Fernandez (English); Ayahi Takagaki[12] (Japanese); Jo Hyeon-jeong[9] (Korean)
The protagonist of Horizon Zero Dawn. She was added to the game for a limited time as part of a collaboration between miHoYo and Guerrilla Games.[13]
  • Skirk (丝柯克; Sīkēkè)
Voiced by: Xie Ying[9] (Chinese); Cat Protano (English); Mamiko Noto[14] (Japanese); Seo Dahye[9] (Korean)
An alien swordswoman who took Tartaglia as an apprentice after he fell into the Abyss.[14] Being the only survivor of her civilization's genocide, she was rescued and trained by Surtalogi and sent to Teyvat to learn about his past. She uses the Seven-Shifting Serpent, an ancient Khaenri'ahn technique he imparted to her, to mimic Cryo while traveling Teyvat.[15]

Major nations

Mondstadt

Mondstadt was released in September 2020.

  • Astrologist Mona Megistus (阿斯托洛吉斯·莫娜·梅姬斯图斯; Āsītuōluòjísī Mònà Méijīsītúsī)
Voiced by: Chen Tingting[9] (Chinese); Felecia Angelle (English); Konomi Kohara[16] (Japanese); Woo Jeong-sin [ko][9] (Korean)
A stern astrologist who often finds herself strapped for money. She is a disciple of Barbeloth, a member of the Hexenzirkel, whom she frequently calls "old hag".[17]
  • Bennett (班尼特; Bānnítè)
Voiced by: Mu Xueting[9] (Chinese); Cristina Vee (English); Ryōta Ōsaka[16] (Japanese); Song Ha-rim [ko][9] (Korean)
A Natlan-born member of the Mondstadt branch of the Adventurers' Guild, who is well known for his almost supernaturally bad luck due to being disconnected from Natlan's Ley Lines since infancy.[18]
  • Diluc Ragnvindr (迪卢克·莱艮芬德; Dílúkè Láigènfēndé)
Voiced by: Ma Yang[9] (Chinese); Sean Chiplock (English); Kensho Ono[16] (Japanese); Choi Seung-hoon [ko][9] (Korean)
The head of the Ragnvindr Clan which is well known for running the Dawn Winery, Mondstadt's premier winery. A solitary businessman and vintner who was formerly the Cavalry Captain of the Knights of Favonius. He and Kaeya grew up as adopted brothers, but are no longer on friendly terms. He secretly operates as a vigilante nicknamed "the Darknight Hero".
  • Diona (迪奥娜; Dí'àonà)
Voiced by: Nuoya[9] (Chinese); Dina Sherman (English); Shiori Izawa[16] (Japanese); Woo Jeong-sin [ko][9] (Korean)
A descendant of the Kätzlein bloodline and alcohol-hating bartender of the Cat's Tail tavern, whose goal is to destroy Mondstadt's wine industry.[19] Unbeknownst to her, she was blessed by her childhood friend to always make delicious drinks regardless of the ingredients.
  • Durin (杜林; Dùlín)
Voiced by: Hualing[9] (Chinese); Laura K. Welsh (English); Aya Hisakawa[12] (Japanese); Unknown (Korean) (Dragon form)
Voiced by: Tao Dian[9] (Chinese); Laurie Kynaston (English); Chiaki Kobayashi[12] (Japanese); Kim Ji-yul[9] (Korean) (Human form)
A dragon from the fairy-tale world of Simulanka, created by Andersdotter of the Hexenzirkel. He was based on Teyvat's real dragon of the same name, created by Rhinedottir. With Albedo's help, he is transformed into a synthetic human after merging with the original Durin's life force and replaces him as the new Durin.
  • Fischl von Luftschloss Narfidort (菲谢尔·冯·露弗施洛斯·那菲多特; Fēixiè'ěr Féng Lùfúshīluòsī Nàfēiduōtè) / Amy (艾咪; Àimī) and Ozvaldo von Hrafnavins[b] (奥兹华尔多·赫芙那梵茵斯; Àozīhuá'ěrduō Hèfúnàfànyīnsī)
Voiced by: Mace[9] (Chinese); Brittany Cox (English); Maaya Uchida[16] (Japanese); Park Go-woon [ko][9] (Korean) (Fischl)
Voiced by: Zhao Yuecheng (Chinese); Ben Pronsky (English); Yasunori Masutani (Japanese); Lee Hyun[9] (Korean) (Oz)
An eccentric investigator for the Adventurers' Guild who claims to be a princess from another world. Her night raven companion, Oz, helps interprets her words into plain speech.[20]
  • Razor (雷泽; Léizé)
Voiced by: Zhou Shuai[9] (Chinese); Todd Haberkorn (English); Koki Uchiyama[16] (Japanese); Kim Seo-yeong[9] (Korean)
A mysterious boy who was raised by wolves in Wolvendom. He has slowly begun interacting with humans and learning their language, guided by his teacher Lisa Minci.
Voiced by: Miaojiang[21] (Chinese); Erika Harlacher (English); Ayumu Murase[16] (Japanese); Jung Yu-jung [ko][9] (Korean)
A carefree bard fond of drinking, and the Anemo Archon, Barbatos.[22]

Knights of Favonius

The Knights of Favonius is the order of knights that protect Mondstadt.

  • Albedo (阿贝多; Ābèiduō)
Voiced by: Mace[23] (Chinese); Khoi Dao (English); Kenji Nojima[12] (Japanese); Kim Myung-jun [ko][9] (Korean)
The Chief Alchemist of the Knights of Favonius and the Captain of its Investigation Team. Albedo is not human, but rather a homunculus created by the Khaenri'ahn alchemist and Hexenzirkel member, Rhinedottir. He is regarded as the Kreideprinz.[24]
  • Amber (安柏; Ānbó)
Voiced by: Cai Shujin[9] (Chinese); Kelly Baskin (English); Manaka Iwami[16] (Japanese); Kim Yeon-woo [ko][9] (Korean)
An outgoing, gregarious Knight of Favonius and the only member of its Outrider unit; she is widely regarded as the gliding champion of Mondstadt. She is regarded as the Crimson Knight.[25][26]
  • Eula Lawrence (优菈·劳伦斯; Yōulā Láolúnsī)
Voiced by: Ziyin[9] (Chinese); Suzie Yeung (English); Rina Satō[12] (Japanese); Kim Hyeon-ji [ko][9] (Korean)
A descendant of the Lawrence Clan, whose tyrannical rule of Mondstadt eventually resulted in its overthrow and exile. She currently works for the Knights of Favonius as the Captain of its Reconnaissance Company. She is regarded as the Spindrift Knight.[27]
  • Jean Gunnhildr (琴·古恩希尔德; Qín Gǔ'ēnxī'ěrdé)
Voiced by: Lin Su[28] (Chinese); Stephanie Southerland (English); Chiwa Saitō[16] (Japanese); Ahn Young-mi [ko][29] (Korean)
An heir of the Gunnhildr Clan who is the Acting Grand Master during Varka's absence and deputy Master of the Knights of Favonius, and Barbara's older sister. She is regarded as the Dandelion Knight.[30]
  • Kaeya Alberich (凯亚·亚尔伯里奇; Kǎiyà Yà'ěrbǎilǐqí)
Voiced by: Sun Ye[31] (Chinese); Josey Montana McCoy (English); Kohsuke Toriumi[16] (Japanese); Jeong Joo-won [ko][9] (Korean)
The Cavalry Captain of the Knights of Favonius and Diluc's adopted brother. He is a descendant of the Alberich Clan, a famous clan in Khaenri'ah.[32]
  • Klee (可莉; Kělì)
Voiced by: Hualing[9] (Chinese); Poonam Basu (English); Misaki Kuno[16] (Japanese); Bang Yeon-ji [ko][9] (Korean)
A cheerful young girl who refers to herself as the Spark Knight and is the daughter of Alice, a powerful sorceress and leader of the Hexenzirkel. Klee's obsession with explosives at a young age and destructive nature, inherited from her mother, has caused her to often be placed in solitary confinement.[33]
  • Lisa Minci (丽莎·敏兹; Lìshā Mǐnzī)
Voiced by: Zhong Ke[9] (Chinese); Mara Junot (English); Rie Tanaka[16] (Japanese); Park Go-woon [ko][9] (Korean)
The head librarian of the Knights of Favonius and a former distinguished student of the Sumeru Akademiya.[34]
  • Mika Schmidt (米卡·施密特; Mǐkǎ Shīmìtè)
Voiced by: Deng Youxi (Chinese); Robb Moreira (English); Yūko Sanpei (Japanese); Yoon Eun-seo [ko][9] (Korean)
An anxious cartographer and front-line surveyor for the Knights of Favonius's Reconnaissance Company.[citation needed]
  • Noelle (诺艾尔; Nuò'ài'ěr)
Voiced by: Yanning[35] (Chinese); Laura Faye Smith (English); Kanon Takao[16] (Japanese); Lee Bo-hee [ko][36] (Korean)
A maid employed by the Knights of Favonius who dreams of someday joining their ranks.[37]
  • Sucrose (砂糖; Shātáng)
Voiced by: Xiaogan[9] (Chinese); Valeria Rodriguez, Anonymous[c] (English); Akane Fujita[16] (Japanese); Kim Ha-yeong [ko][9] (Korean)
A shy alchemist and Albedo's assistant.[38]
  • Varka (法尔伽; Fǎ'ěrjiā)
Voiced by: Hao Xianghai[39] (Chinese); Joseph May[9] (English); Tomokazu Sugita (Japanese); Park Sang-hoon[39] (Korean)
The current Grand Master of the Knights of Favonius, who departed on an expedition half a year before the game's events. After dealing with the Dottore and Rerir in Nod-Krai, he successfully completes the expedition and returns back to Mondstadt. He is regarded as the Knight of Boreas.[40]

Church of Favonius

The Church of Favonius is the church subordinate to the Knights of Favonius, worshipping Lord Barbatos.

  • Barbara Pegg (芭芭拉·佩奇; Bābālā Pèiqí)
Voiced by: Song Yuanyuan[41] (Chinese); Laura Stahl (English); Akari Kitō[16] (Japanese); Yun Ah-yeong [ko][9] (Korean)
The Deaconess of the Church of Favonius, the primary religious entity in Mondstadt. Also a famous idol, she is a member of the Gunnhildr Clan and the younger sister of Jean.[42]
  • Dahlia (塔利雅; Tǎlìyǎ)
Voiced by: Feng Xiu (Chinese); Aileen Mythen (English); Kazutomi Yamamoto (Japanese); Seok Seung-hoon[43] (Korean)
A deacon from the Church of Favonius. He serves as the Herald of Barbatos, informing him of any events that happen in Mondstadt.[43]
  • Rosaria (罗莎莉亚; Luóshālìyà)
Voiced by: Zhang Anqi[9] (Chinese); Elizabeth Maxwell (English); Ai Kakuma[44] (Japanese); Kim Bo-na [ko][9] (Korean)
A sister of the Church of Favonius who rarely participates in church activities and protects Mondstadt from the shadows.[45]

Liyue

Main article: Liyue

Liyue was released in September 2020.

  • Baizhu (白术; Báizhú) and Changsheng (长生; Chángshēng) formerly Herblord (药君; Yào Jūn)
Voiced by: Qin Qiege (Chinese); Sean Durrie (English); Kōji Yusa (Japanese); Lee Hosan [ko][9] (Korean) (Baizhu)
Voiced by: Wang Xiaotong (Chinese); Xanthe Huynh (English); Yui Shoji (Japanese); Jang Mi[9] (Korean) (Changsheng)
The owner of the Bubu Pharmacy and guardian of the jiangshi Qiqi. He is accompanied by Changsheng, an adeptus currently in the form of a snake.[46] She is bound by contract to Baizhu and aids him in using his life force to heal patients.
  • Beidou (北斗; Běidòu)
Voiced by: Tang Yajing[9] (Chinese); Allegra Clark (English); Ami Koshimizu[16] (Japanese); Jeong Yoo-mi [ko][9] (Korean)
The Captain of the Crux, an armed fleet famous for their daring adventures.[47]
  • Chongyun (重云; Chóngyún)
Voiced by: kinsen[9] (Chinese); Beau Bridgland (English); Soma Saito[16] (Japanese); Yang Jeong-hwa [ko][9] (Korean)
A fangshi exorcist with a pure-yang spirit able to drive away evil spirits, who has never actually seen a spirit to exorcise.[48][49]
Voiced by: Tao Dian [zh][9] (Chinese); Brianna Knickerbocker (English); Rie Takahashi[50] (Japanese); Kim Ha-ru [ko][9] (Korean)
The 77th Director of the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor, who is carefree and lively. She never misses an opportunity to sell coffins to people, and enjoys playing pranks on others.[51]
  • Lan Yan (蓝砚; Lán Yàn)
Voiced by: Liu Shisi[9] (Chinese); Anna Devlin (English); Shion Wakayama[52] (Japanese); Kim Soon-mi[9] (Korean)
The master rattan weaver of the Chenyu Vale Artisans Association.[52]
  • Mao Xiangling (卯香菱; Mǎo Xiānglíng) and Guoba (锅巴; Guōbā) formerly Marchosius (马科修斯; Mǎkēxiūsī)
Voiced by: Xiao N[9] (Chinese); Jackie Lastra (English); Ari Ozawa[16] (Japanese); Yun A-yeong [ko][9] (Korean)
The head chef of Wanmin Restaurant, accompanied by a small bear named Guoba.[53]
  • Qiqi (七七; Qīqī)
Voiced by: Yanning[9] (Chinese); Christie Cate (English); Yukari Tamura[16] (Japanese); Lee Seul [ko][9] (Korean)
A young girl turned into a jiangshi or zombie by the adepti when she was a casualty of a battle. She works as a herb gatherer for the Bubu Pharmacy.[54][55]
  • Shenhe (申鹤; Shēnhè)
Voiced by: Qin Ziyi (Chinese); Chelsea Kwoka (English); Ayako Kawasumi (Japanese); Lee Hyun-jin [ko][9] (Korean)
A cursed human woman who grew up as a disciple of the adepti and is a relative of Chongyun, whom he calls his aunt. She is the disciple of Xianyun.[56]
  • Xingqiu (行秋; Xíngqiū)
Voiced by: Tang Yajing[9] (Chinese); Cristina Vee (English); Junko Minagawa[16] (Japanese); Gwak Gyu-mi [ko][9] (Korean)
The second son to the head of the Feiyun Commerce Guild and a practitioner of the Guhua martial arts.[57]
  • Xinyan (辛焱; Xīnyàn)
Voiced by: Wang Yaxin[9] (Chinese); Laura Stahl (English); Chiaki Takahashi[12] (Japanese); Kim Chae-ha [ko][9] (Korean)
A popular rock and roll musician.[58] Having faced prejudice growing up, she aims to inspire resistance to such beliefs through her art.
  • Yanfei (烟绯; Yānfēi)
Voiced by: Su Ziwu[9] (Chinese); Lizzie Freeman (English); Yumiri Hanamori[12] (Japanese); Cho Kyung-yi [ko][9] (Korean)
A half-xiezhi legal adviser and one of the few adepti not under contract to the Geo Archon.[59]
  • Yaoyao (瑶瑶; Yáoyáo)
Voiced by: Liu Yinuo[9] (Chinese); Kelsey Jaffer (English); Mai Kadowaki[60] (Japanese); Yu Hye-ji [ko][9] (Korean)
A young disciple of the adepti.[61]
  • Yelan (夜兰; Yèlán)
Voiced by: Xu Hui (Chinese); Laura Post (English); Aya Endō (Japanese); Min-a [ko][9] (Korean)
A mysterious woman operating as an intelligence agent for the Liyue Ministry of Civil Affairs.[62]
  • Yip Gaming (叶嘉明; Yè Jiāmíng)
Voiced by: Xie Ying[9] (Chinese); Caleb Yen (English); Shohei Komatsu [ja][63] (Japanese); Kim Yoon-ki [ko][9] (Korean)
A guard of the Sword and Strongbox Secure Transport Agency, which escorts goods from Yilong Wharf to Liyue Harbor. As the head of the Mighty Mythical Beasts, he seeks to make the Wushou Dance a regular occurrence in Liyue Harbor.[64]
Voiced by: He Wenxiao (Chinese); Judy Alice Lee (English); Kotori Koiwai (Japanese); Sa Mun-yeong [ko][9] (Korean); Yang Yang (song vocals)
An elegant opera singer of the Heyu Tea House,[65] and the director and playwright of the Yun-Han Opera Troupe.

Adepti

The Adepti (仙; Xiān) (singular Adeptus) are a group in Liyue that consists of both illuminated beasts and gods. Most of them are bound by a contract to protect Liyue from demons and evil gods and are led by the Prime of Adepti, Rex Lapis himself.

  • Ganyu (甘雨; Gānyǔ)
Voiced by: Lin Su[9] (Chinese); Jennifer Losi & Rachel Lepore (English); Reina Ueda[66] (Japanese); Kim Sun-hye [ko][9] (Korean)
The half-qilin secretary of the Liyue Qixing. She is currently bound by a contract involving the Geo Archon.[67]
  • Xianyun (闲云; Xiányún) a.k.a. Cloud Retainer (留云借风真君; Liúyún Jièfēng Zhēnjūn)
Voiced by: Qin Ziyi (Chinese); Stephanie Panisello (English); Mana Nakatomi [ja] (Japanese); Kang Si-hyeon [ko][9] (Korean)
A knowledgeable and chatty sky blue crane Adeptus. She is one of Morax's old allies, as well as Ganyu and Shenhe's mentor.[64]
  • Xiao (魈; Xiāo) a.k.a. Alatus (金鹏; Jīnpéng)
Voiced by: kinsen[9] (Chinese); Laila Berzins (English); Yoshitsugu Matsuoka[16] (Japanese); Sim Kyu-hyuk [ko][9] (Korean)
The sole remaining member of the Yakshas, a specialized group of Adepti tasked with protecting Liyue from evil gods and spirits, at the cost of being infected with karma.[68]
  • Zhongli (钟离; Zhōnglí) a.k.a. Rex Lapis (岩王帝君; Yánwáng-dìjūn)
Voiced by: Peng Bo[69] (Chinese); Keith Silverstein (English); Tomoaki Maeno[12] (Japanese); Pyo Yeong-jae[69] (Korean)
A consultant of the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor and the human vessel of the Geo Archon, Morax.[70]
  • Zibai (兹白; Zībái)
Voiced by: Mace[71] (Chinese); Laura K. Welsh[9] (English); Misato Fukuen[71] (Japanese); Chun Song-e[9] (Korean)
An angel who once served as a "moon envoy". She is commonly referred to as the "white horse Adeptus".

Liyue Qixing

The Liyue Qixing is a committee made up of seven merchants and business leaders who govern Liyue.

  • Keqing (刻晴; Kèqíng)
Voiced by: Xie Ying[9] (Chinese); Kayli Mills,[16] Anonymous[c][9] (English); Eri Kitamura[16] (Japanese); Lee Bo-hee [ko][9] (Korean)
The Yuheng of the Liyue Qixing. Some consider her odd due to her lack of devotion to the Archons.[72]
  • Ningguang (凝光; Níngguāng)
Voiced by: Du Mingya[9] (Chinese); Erin Ebers (English); Sayaka Ohara[16] (Japanese); Gwak Gyu-mi [ko][9] (Korean)
The owner of the Jade Chamber and a wealthy businesswoman in charge of maintaining the law on behalf of the Liyue Qixing.[73]

Inazuma

Main article: Inazuma

Inazuma was released in July 2021.[74]

  • Chiori (千织; Qiānzhī)
Voiced by: Chen Yang[9] (Chinese); Brittany Lauda (English); Ayana Taketatsu[75] (Japanese); Lee Da-eun [ko][9] (Korean)
An Inazuman fashion designer who runs the Chioriya Boutique in Fontaine.[76]
  • Gorou (五郎; Wǔláng)
Voiced by: Yang Xinran [77] (Chinese); Cory Yee (English); Tasuku Hatanaka [78] (Japanese); Lee Sae-byeok [ko][77] (Korean)
The general of the Watatsumi Army, a resistance group fighting to overturn some of Inazuma's policies.[79]
Voiced by: Banma [zh] (Chinese); Mark Whitten (English); Nobunaga Shimazaki (Japanese); Kim Shin-woo [ko][80] (Korean)
A ronin and poet who is a temporary member of Beidou's crew. Despite his remarkable skill with a blade, Kazuha is a gentle soul who wishes to travel without the burdens of his past.[81]
  • Kamisato Ayaka (神里绫华; Shénlǐ Línghuá)
Voiced by: Xiao N[82] (Chinese); Erica Mendez[83] (English); Saori Hayami[84] (Japanese); Lee Yu-ri [ko][77][85] (Korean)
The daughter of the Yashiro Commission's Kamisato Clan and Ayato's younger sister.[86][87]
  • Kamisato Ayato (神里绫人; Shénlǐ Língrén)
Voiced by: Zhao Lu [zh][77] (Chinese); Chris Hackney[88] (English); Akira Ishida[89] (Japanese); Jang Min-hyeok[77] (Korean)
The head of the Yashiro Commission and Ayaka's older brother.[89][90]
  • Kuki Shinobu (久岐忍; Jiǔqí Rěn)
Voiced by: Yang Ning [zh] (Chinese); Kira Buckland (English); Kaori Mizuhashi (Japanese); Kim Yool [ko][77] (Korean)
The deputy leader of the Arataki Gang, who takes it upon herself to keep them out of trouble.[91]
  • Naganohara Yoimiya (长野原宵宫; Chángyěyuán Xiāogōng)
Voiced by: Jin Na (Chinese); Jenny Yokobori (English); Kana Ueda (Japanese); Bak Sin-hee[77] (Korean)
The lively owner of Naganohara Fireworks, whom the people of Inazuma have nicknamed the "Queen of the Summer Festival".[92][93]
  • Raiden Shogun (雷电将军; Léidiàn Jiāngjūn) / Raiden Ei (雷电影; Léidiàn Yǐng)
Voiced by: Juhuahua (Chinese); Anne Yatco (English); Miyuki Sawashiro (Japanese); Park Ji-yoon [ko][77] (Korean)
A bionic puppet created by Raiden Ei, the Electro Archon, to serve as her vessel, and the current shogun of Inazuma.[94]
  • Sangonomiya Kokomi (珊瑚宫心海; Shānhúgōng Xīnhǎi)
Voiced by: Guiniang [zh][77] (Chinese); Risa Mei (English); Suzuko Mimori[95] (Japanese); Yeo Yun-mi [ko][77] (Korean)
The supreme leader and Divine Priestess of Watatsumi Island. Being a skilled strategist, she also leads its army.[96]
  • Sayu (早柚; Zǎoyòu)
Voiced by: Sakula (Chinese); LilyPichu (English); Aya Suzaki (Japanese); Lee Ji-hyeon [ko][77] (Korean)
A mujina-costumed ninja who is a member of the Shuumatsuban, an organization the Yashiro Commission secretly runs. She believes that sleeping will make her grow taller.[97][98]
  • Shikanoin Heizou (鹿野院平藏; Lùyěyuàn Píngzàng)
Voiced by: Lin Jing (Chinese); Kieran Regan (English); Yūichi Iguchi (Japanese); Jeong-Ui-jin [ko][77] (Korean)
A detective associated with the Tenryou Commission.[99]
  • Thoma (托马; Tuōmǎ)
Voiced by: Zhang Pei (Chinese); Christian Banas (English); Masakazu Morita (Japanese); Ryu Seung-gon [ko][77] (Korean)
The chief housekeeper and retainer of the Kamisato Clan, who originates from Mondstadt.[100][101]

Youkai

Youkai (妖怪, Youkai) are a class of supernatural creatures in Inazuma, akin to the illuminated beasts in Liyue.

Voiced by: Liu Zhaokun (Chinese); Max Mittelman (English); Takanori Nishikawa (Japanese); Song Joon-seok [77](Korean)
A mischievous oni and leader of the Arataki Gang. His delinquency often places him at odds with the Tenryou Commission and its general, Kujou Sara.[102]
  • Kirara (绮良良; Qǐliángliáng)
Voiced by: Sun Yanqi[77] (Chinese); Julia Gu (English); Sayumi Suzushiro[103] (Japanese); Kang Eun-ae [ko][77] (Korean)
A nekomata who works as a courier at Komaniya Express.[103]
  • Kujou Sara (九条裟罗; Jiǔtiáo Shāluó)
Voiced by: Yang Menglu (Chinese); Jeannie Tirado (English); Asami Seto (Japanese); Kang Eun-ae [ko][77] (Korean)
A tengu war general and adopted daughter of the Kujou Clan, a clan that serves the Shogun and helps execute her policies.[104]
  • Yae Miko (八重神子; Bāzhòng Shénzǐ)
Voiced by: Du Mingya (Chinese); Ratana (English); Ayane Sakura (Japanese); Moon Yoo-jeong [ko][77] (Korean)
A clever kitsune and the owner of the Yae Publishing House. She is also the head shrine maiden of the Grand Narukami Shrine and head of Yae Publishing House, the biggest publishing house in all of Teyvat.[105]
  • Yumemizuki Mizuki (梦见月瑞希; Mèngjiànyuè Ruìxī)
Voiced by: Fu Meng Ruo Wei[9] (Chinese); Naomi McDonald (English); Saya Aizawa[106] (Japanese); Kim Seo-hyun [ko][9] (Korean)
A yumekui-baku who is a clinical psychologist with remarkable talent for reading minds, and a major shareholder of Aisa Bathhouse.[107]

Sumeru

Main article: Sumeru

Sumeru was released in August 2022, and introduced the Dendro characters to the game.[108]

Voiced by: Yang Chaoran[9] (Chinese); Nazeeh Tarsha (English); Yūichirō Umehara[109] (Japanese); Jun Seunghwa [ko][110] (Korean)
The aloof Scribe of the Sumeru Akademiya, who is responsible for documenting their findings. He briefly served as Acting Grand Sage after the previous one, Azar, was exiled.[111]
  • Candace (坎蒂丝; Kǎndìsī)
Voiced by: Zhang Qi [zh][9] (Chinese); Heather Gonzalez (English); Ryoka Yuzuki (Japanese); Jeon Yeongsu [ko][9] (Korean)
The steadfast guardian of Aaru Village.[112]
  • Collei (柯莱; Kēlái)
Voiced by: Qin Wenjing[9] (Chinese); Christina Costello[113] (English); Ryoko Maekawa[9] (Japanese); Bang Si-woo[114] (Korean)
An Avidya Forest Ranger trainee under Tighnari's mentorship and a close friend of Amber. She is one of the main characters of the manga, which details her traumatic past.[115]
  • Cyno (赛诺; Sàinuò)
Voiced by: Li Qingyang[9] (Chinese); Alejandro Saab[116] (English); Miyu Irino[9] (Japanese); Lee Woo-ri [ko], Jung Eui-jin [ko][d][116] (Korean)
The intimidating General Mahamatra of the Matra, a group of disciplinary officers who work for the Sumeru Akademiya.[117]
  • Dehya (迪希雅; Díxīyǎ)
Voiced by: Chen Yu[9] (Chinese); Amber May[9] (English); Ayaka Fukuhara[118][119] (Japanese); Kim Hyeon-sim [ko][9] (Korean)
A hired bodyguard and member of the Eremites, a group of mercenaries from Sumeru's deserts.[120]
  • Dori Sangemah Bay (多莉·桑歌玛哈巴依; Duōlì Sānggēmǎhābāyī)
Voiced by: Wang Xiaotong[9] (Chinese); Anjali Kunapaneni[121] (English); Tomoko Kaneda (Japanese); Lee Myeong-ho [ko][9] (Korean)
An enterprising and clever merchant who is obsessed with money.[122] Dori is also the owner of the Palace of Alcazarzaray, which was designed by Kaveh.[123]
  • Faruzan (珐露珊; Fàlùshān)
Voiced by: Yan Mengmeng[9] (Chinese); Chandni Parekh (English); Yui Horie[124] (Japanese); Kim You-rim [ko][9] (Korean)
An Akademiya professor who has recently returned to the institution after being trapped in ancient ruins for a century.[125][126]
  • Kaveh (卡维; Kǎwéi)
Voiced by: Liu Sanmu (Chinese); Ben Balmaceda[9] (English); Yuma Uchida[127] (Japanese); Lee Jung-min [ko][9] (Korean)
An esteemed architect whose projects have bankrupted him. He is sensitive, empathetic, and idealistic.[123]
  • Layla (莱依拉; Láiyīlā)
Voiced by: Hou Xiaofei (Chinese); Ashely Biski (English); Miyu Tomita (Japanese); Kang Sae-Bom [ko][9] (Korean)
A theoretical astrology student at the Sumeru Akademiya who suffers from chronic sleep deprivation.[128] She has a livelier, more pragmatic alter ego when she falls asleep.
  • Nahida (纳西妲; Nàxīdá)
Voiced by: Hualing[9] (Chinese); Kimberley Anne Campbell (English); Yukari Tamura[129] (Japanese); Park Shi-Yoon [ko][9] (Korean)
The current Dendro Archon, who is known as Lesser Lord Kusanali to her citizens. She is the reincarnation and successor of Greater Lord Rukkhadevata.[e][130]
  • Nilou (妮露; Nīlù)
Voiced by: Zisu Jiuyue (Chinese); Dani Chambers (English); Hisako Kanemoto (Japanese); Chae Rim [ko][9] (Korean)
A gentle and talented dancer, and the star of the Zubayr Theater.[131]
  • Sethos (赛索斯; Sàisuǒsī)
Voiced by: Li Lanling [zh] (Chinese); Zeno Robinson (English); Shōya Chiba (Japanese); Kim Dong-hyun [ko][9] (Korean)
The leader of the Temple of Silence and a former vessel of Hermanubis.[132]
  • Tighnari (提纳里; Tínàlǐ)
Voiced by: Moran[9] (Chinese); Zachary Gordon[133] (English); Sanae Kobayashi (Japanese); Jung Ui-taek [ko][9] (Korean)
A botanical scholar with extensive practical knowledge and the stern, hardworking chief officer of the Avidya Forest Rangers.[134]
  • Wanderer (流浪者; Liúlàngzhě) formerly Scaramouche (斯卡拉姆齐; Sīkǎlāmǔqí) a.k.a. The Balladeer (散兵; Sǎnbīng)
Voiced by: Luyin[9] (Chinese); Patrick Pedraza (English); Tetsuya Kakihara[135] (Japanese); Min Seung-woo [ko][9] (Korean)
The former Sixth Fatui Harbinger. He was originally created as a prototype by Raiden Ei to carry the Electro Gnosis before she abandoned him. He tried and failed to erase himself from the world's memories in an attempt to re-write the past. Upon his failure, he was kept in Nahida's custody and enrolled into the Akademiya under the name "Hat Guy". The name chosen by the players will be the name used by the Traveler and Paimon.[125]

Fontaine

Main article: Fontaine

Fontaine was released in August 2023.[136]

  • Charlotte (夏洛蒂; Xiàluòdì)
Voiced by: Ruan Congqing (Chinese); Maya Aoki Tuttle, Rebecca Wang[f] (English); Azumi Waki (Japanese); Shin On-yu[9] (Korean)
An enthusiastic reporter for Fontaine's famous newspaper, The Steambird.[138]
  • Chevreuse (夏沃蕾; Xiàwòlěi)
Voiced by: Pan Danni[9] (Chinese); Erica Lindbeck (English); Shino Shimoji[75] (Japanese); Chae Min-ji[9] (Korean)
A musketeer and the hardworking captain of the Special Security and Surveillance Patrol, a special law enforcement branch in Fontaine.[75][139]
  • Clorinde (克洛琳德; Kèluòlíndé)
Voiced by: Zhao Hanyu (Chinese); Crystal Lee (English); Yui Ishikawa (Japanese); Shin Na-ri[9] (Korean)
An undefeated Champion Duelist in Fontaine who once served as Furina's personal bodyguard. A successor of Fontaine's Marechaussee Hunters of old, she is trained in the art of their swordsmanship.[140]
  • Emilie (艾梅莉埃; Àiméilì'āi)
Voiced by: Muzi Cheng (Chinese); Amber Aviles (English); Yoko Hikasa (Japanese); Kwon Da-Ye[9] (Korean)
A renowned perfumer whose products are highly sought out by Fontaine's fashionistas. She also works in the background as a forensic cleaner and is a friend of Chevreuse, having helped her solve some difficult cases.[141]
  • Escoffier (爱可菲; Àikěfēi)
Voiced by: Cai Haiting[9] (Chinese); Emily Cass (English); Satomi Satō[142] (Japanese); Son Jung-min[9] (Korean)
The strict and talented ex-head chef of Hotel Debord whose precision gastronomy is famed in Fontaine. She is a hot topic in the culinary world because of her merciless critiques of both colleagues and apprentices.[citation needed]
Voiced by: Qian Chen[9] (Chinese); Amber Lee Connors (English); Inori Minase[12] (Japanese); Kim Ha-yeong[9] (Korean)
An actress and celebrity in Fontaine who has a childlike temper, but who can also be caring at times. She is the human half of the former Hydro Archon, Focalors.[143]
  • Navia Caspar (娜维娅·卡萨帕; Nàwéiyà Kǎsàpà)
Voiced by: Xiaogan[9] (Chinese); Brenna Larsen (English); Aki Toyosaki[12] (Japanese); Jeong Hae-eun[9] (Korean)
The president of the Spina di Rosula, an organization in Fontaine that extends aid and assistance to citizens that the nation's governing body does not cover.[139]
  • Neuvillette (那维莱特; Nàwéiláitè)
Voiced by: Sang Yuze[9] (Chinese); Ray Chase (English); Hiroshi Kamiya[12] (Japanese); Kwak Yoon-sang[9] (Korean)
The imposing Chief Justice of the Court of Fontaine. He is also the reincarnation of the Hydro Sovereign, the Dragon of Water, one of the rulers of Teyvat's ancient dragon race.[144]
  • Sigewinne (希格雯; Xīgéwén)
Voiced by: Zhao Shuang[9] (Chinese); Sarah Anne Williams (English); Hina Kino[12] (Japanese); Kim Chae-rin[9] (Korean)
The head nurse of the Fortress of Meropide's infirmary. She is a Melusine.[145]
  • Wriothesley (莱欧斯利; Lái'ōusīlì)
Voiced by: Liu Beichen [zh][9] (Chinese); Joe Zieja (English); Daisuke Ono[12] (Japanese); Kwon Chang-wook[9] (Korean)
The Administrator and Warden of the Fortress of Meropide, an autonomous underwater stronghold that serves as Fontaine's de facto prison. He often goes by the title of "Duke", or "Your Grace".[146]

House of the Hearth

The House of the Hearth is an orphanage run by Arlecchino, the Fourth Fatui Harbinger. Orphans within the house are often raised directly into the Fatui or remain closely affiliated with the organization by way of their relation to Arlecchino.

  • Freminet (菲米尼; Fēimǐní)
Voiced by: Jinli[9] (Chinese); Paul Castro Jr. (English); Shun'ichi Toki[12] (Japanese); Lee Joo-seung[9] (Korean)
A shy diver who is well known in Fontaine for his focus and expertise. He is Lyney and Lynette's adoptive younger brother.[147]
  • Lynette (琳妮特; Línnītè)
Voiced by: Kekewei[9] (Chinese); Anairis Quiñones (English); Yū Sasahara[12] (Japanese); Lee Myung-hwa[9] (Korean)
An introverted catgirl who is Lyney's sister and assistant during his magic shows.[147]
  • Lyney (林尼; Línní)
Voiced by: Jinli[9] (Chinese); Daman Mills, Cat Protano (young) [English]; Hiro Shimono,[12] Kurea Yamaguchi (young) [Japanese]; Park Song-young[9] (Korean)
A famous magician in Fontaine and Lynette's brother. He is outgoing and spirited, in contrast to his siblings.[147]

Natlan

Main article: Natlan

Natlan was released in August 2024.[148]

  • Chasca (恰斯卡; Qiàsīkǎ)
Voiced by: Zhang Ruoyu[9] (Chinese); Lauren Amante[149] (English); Yūko Kaida (Japanese); Su-hyeon[9] (Korean)
A well-known peacekeeper from the Flower-Feather Clan.[149]
  • Citlali (茜特菈莉; Xītèlālì)
Voiced by: Liu Zhixiao[9] (Chinese); Skyler Davenport[149] (English); Asami Tano (Japanese); Lee Eun-jo[9] (Korean)
The high priestess of the Masters of the Night-Wind and the adoptive grandmother of Ororon, who lives in seclusion from the tribe. She is called "Granny Itztli" by the Natlanese due to her being afflicted with a long life span.[150]
  • Iansan (伊安珊; Yī'ānshān)
Voiced by: Zhen Li[9] (Chinese); Katrina Salisbury[149] (English); Ayaka Ōhashi (Japanese); Lee Jae-hyeon[9] (Korean)
A renowned Natlanese fitness instructor and nutritionist from the Collective of Plenty.[151]
  • Ifa (伊法; Yīfǎ) and Cacucu (咔库库; Kǎkùkù)
Voiced by: Lu Shujun (Chinese); Jonny Loquasto (English); Junta Terashima (Japanese); Park Ki-wook[152] (Korean) (Ifa)
Voiced by: Lu Shujun (Chinese); Dominic Catrambone (English); Shōhei Komatsu (Japanese); Park Ki-wook (Korean) (Cacucu)
A renowned Saurian veterinarian from the Flower-Feather Clan who travels with his companion Cacucu.[153] Cacucu assists at Ifa's clinic and is capable of understanding and mimicking human speech.
  • Kachina (卡齐娜; Kǎqínà)
Voiced by: Jing Chen[9] (Chinese); Kristen McGuire[149] (English); Yurika Kubo (Japanese); Son Seon-young[9] (Korean)
A young and determined girl from the Children of Echoes,[149] known for her tenacity and knowledge of the land.
  • Kinich (基尼奇; Jīníqí) and K'uhul Ajaw (库胡勒阿乔; Kùhúlè Āqiáo)
Voiced by: Banma[9] (Chinese); Jacob Takanashi[c][149] (English); Noriaki Sugiyama (Japanese); Kim Seong-woo[9] (Korean) (Kinich)
Voiced by: Mi Yang (Chinese); Abby Espiritu (English); Junko Takeuchi (Japanese); Park Ri-na[9] (Korean) (K'uhul Ajaw)
A Saurian Hunter from the Scions of the Canopy.[154] He is accompanied by K'uhul Ajaw, a talking Saurian.
Voiced by: Li Ye[9] (Chinese); Katiana Sarkissian[149] (English); Mikako Komatsu (Japanese); Kim Na-yul[9] (Korean)
The current Pyro Archon. She was a member of the Scions of the Canopy before ascending to the position.[155]
  • Mualani (玛拉妮; Mǎlānī)
Voiced by: Wang Xiaotong[9] (Chinese); Cassandra Lee Morris[149] (English); Nao Tōyama (Japanese); Kim Do-hee[9] (Korean)
A knowledgeable and popular guide from the People of the Springs.[149]
  • Ororon (欧洛伦; Ōuluòlún)
Voiced by: Liang Dawei[9] (Chinese); Nathan Nokes[149] (English); Takashi Kondō (Japanese); Seo Jung-ik[9] (Korean)
A young man from the Masters of the Night-Wind, with a strong ability to perceive souls and a passion for growing aphids.[9]
  • Varesa (瓦雷莎; Wǎléishā)
Voiced by: Qiao Su (Chinese); Jane Jackson (English); M·A·O (Japanese); Kim Ye-rim[9] (Korean)
A laid-back orchard owner, warrior and competitive eater from the Collective of Plenty. She is considered by Iansan as her prime student.[9]
  • Xilonen (希诺宁; Xīnuòníng)
Voiced by: Mi Yang[9] (Chinese); Elizabeth Dean[149][156] (English); Fairouz Ai (Japanese); Kim I-an[9] (Korean)
A smith from the Children of Echoes whose skill with the forge is renowned throughout Natlan. She has designed and created multiple custom implements for her friends and also possesses the knowledge and skill required to forge Ancient Names.[9]

Snezhnaya

Snezhnaya saw a partial release in September 2025 with the release of Nod-Krai. The rest of Snezhnaya is scheduled to release in 2026.

Eleven Fatui Harbingers

The Eleven Fatui Harbingers are the powerful lieutenants of the Tsaritsa. They are based on characters from the commedia dell'arte.[157]

  • Arlecchino (阿蕾奇诺; Ālěiqínuò) a.k.a. The Knave (仆人; Púrén) / Peruere (佩露薇利; Pèilùwēilì)
Voiced by: Huang Ying (Chinese); Erin Yvette (English); Nanako Mori (Japanese); Lee Myung-Hee[9] (Korean)
The Fourth Fatui Harbinger and director of the House of the Hearth, in which she is commonly addressed as "Father" by the orphans.[158]
  • Il Capitano (卡皮塔诺; Kǎpítǎnuò) a.k.a. The Captain (队长; Duìzhǎng) / Thrain (瑟雷恩; Sèléi'ēn)
Voiced by: Wang Wei (Chinese); Chris Tergliafera[149] (English); Ken Narita[159] (Japanese); Min Eung-sik[9] (Korean)
The First Fatui Harbinger, formerly a Sentinel Knight of Khaenri'ah. Extremely powerful and enigmatic, he is well-respected within the Fatui and holds a strong sense of righteousness. He sacrificed himself in place of Mavuika after she used Ronova's powers.[160]
  • Il Dottore (多托雷; Duōtuōléi) a.k.a. The Doctor (博士; Bóshì) / Zandik (赞迪克; Zàndíkè)
Voiced by: Wu Lei (Chinese); Mick Wingert (English); Toshihiko Seki (Japanese); Park Seong-tae[9] (Korean)
The Second Fatui Harbinger, formerly a student at Sumeru's Akademiya. Ambitious and obsessed with transcending the boundaries of humanity, he is a mad scientist unfettered by morality. In Nod-Krai story quest, he succeeded in creating a god and was presumably killed by Columbina.[161]
  • Sandrone (桑多涅; Sāngduōniè) a.k.a. Marionette (木偶; Mù'ǒu)
Voiced by: Hong Haitian (Chinese); Deneen Melody (English); Mariko Honda (Japanese); Gang Eun-ae[9] (Korean)
The Seventh Fatui Harbinger. She was a puppet created by genius researcher Alain Guillotin who modeled her after his younger sister. She was always accompanied by Pulonia, a modified Ruin Machine. She was killed by Dottore after sacrificing her life to protect the Traveler.[162]
  • La Signora (席诺拉; Xínuòlā) a.k.a. The Fair Lady (女士; Nǚshì) / Rosalyne-Kruzchka Lohefalter (罗莎琳·克鲁兹希卡·洛厄法特; Luóshālín-Kèlǔzīxīkǎ Luò'èfǎtè)
Voiced by: Ziyin (Chinese); Unknown (English); Yui Shoji[9] (Japanese); Unknown (Korean)
The deceased Eighth Fatui Harbinger and formerly the Crimson Witch of Flame. She was executed by the Raiden Shogun after losing a duel with the Traveler.[163]
  • Tartaglia (达达利亚; Dádálìyà) a.k.a. Childe (公子; Gōngzǐ) / Ajax (阿贾克斯; Ājiǎkèsī)
Voiced by: Yudong (Chinese); Griffin Burns (English); Ryōhei Kimura (Japanese); Nam Doh-hyeong[9] (Korean)
The Eleventh Fatui Harbinger. He was trained by Skirk after he fell into the Abyss as a teenager. Despite being carefree, he is an expert combatant proficient with multiple weapons. He is obsessed with battle and enjoys fighting powerful opponents, with his only goal being to become stronger.[164][165]

Nod-Krai

Nod-Krai is an autonomous region located at the southernmost part of Snezhnaya. Kuuvahki, a primordial lunar energy predating the seven elements, is abundant in Nod-Krai and harnessed for many purposes, including powering the Vision-like Moon Wheels and their Lunar Elemental Reactions. Nod-Krai was released in September 2025.

  • Aino (爱诺; Àinuò)
Voiced by: Ge Zirui (Chinese); Annabel Brook (English); Natsumi Takamori (Japanese); Jo Kyoung-i[166] (Korean)
The creator of Ineffa and founder of the Clink-Clank Krumkake Craftshop, who can piece together all kinds of intricate machines for various functions just from the scrap metal she collects.[166]
  • Columbina Hyposelenia (哥伦比娅·希珀塞莱尼娅; Gēlúnbǐyà Xīpòsāiláiníyà) formerly The Damselette (少女; Shàonǚ)
Voiced by: Yang Menglu (Chinese); Emi Lo (English); Lynn (Japanese); Yu Yeong[167] (Korean)
The former Third Fatui Harbinger and Goddess of the Frost Moon and later the Trilune Goddess. She is worshipped as the Moon Maiden Kuutar by the Frostmoon Scions which she left shortly after her birth and joined the Fatui. After fulfilling an unspecified agreement with the Tsaritsa which required much of her strength, she left the Fatui and currently resides in the Silvermoon Hall at Hiisi Island.[167]
  • Illuga (叶洛亚; Yèluòyà)
Voiced by: Yu Tou (Chinese); Jonathon Ha (English); Shūichirō Umeda (Japanese); Hwang Dong-hyeon[168] (Korean)
A member of the Lightkeepers who is part of the Nightmare Orioles, an investigation squad. The son of the current leader, he is able to remain optimistic and positive, no matter the situation.[168]
  • Ineffa (伊涅芙; Yīnièfú)
Voiced by: Meijia (Chinese); Angelina Danielle Cama (English); Megumi Nakajima (Japanese); Sung Ye-won[169] (Korean)
A multifunctional robot created by Aino containing integrated mechanical components from various nations and assembled in Nod-Krai. She is accompanied by a smaller robot named Birgitta.[169]
  • Jahoda (雅珂达; Yǎkēdá)
Voiced by: Han Jiaojiao (Chinese); Sonya Krueger (English); Konomi Inagaki (Japanese); Oh Ro-ah[170] (Korean)
An employee of the Curatorium of Secrets and self-proclaimed bounty hunter who is constantly afraid of being fired by Nefer, her boss. She was a member of original Seahook Gang before being disbanded after the boss was killed.[170]
  • Kyryll Chudomirovich Flins (克里洛·楚德米洛维奇·菲林斯; Kèlǐluò Chǔdémǐluòwéiqí Fēilínsī)
Voiced by: Ma Zhengyang (Chinese); Nic Olsen (English); Yuichi Nakamura (Japanese); Shin Yong-woo[171] (Korean)
A member of the Lightkeepers who watches over the cemetery in the north of Nod-Krai. He carries a lantern to dispel the Wild Hunt, which contains Rerir's heart inside.[171]
  • Lauma (菈乌玛; Lāwūmǎ)
Voiced by: Zhang Anqi (Chinese); Alexandra Guelff (English); Houko Kuwashima (Japanese); Jang Chae-yeon[172] (Korean)
The Moonchanter of the Frostmoon Scions. She is incredibly benevolent and kind, becoming highly respected among her people and the wildlife.[172]
  • Linnea (莉奈娅; Lìnàiyà)
Voiced by: Unknown (Chinese); Unknown (English); Unknown (Japanese); Unknown (Korean)
An advisor for the Adventurers' Guild who possesses extensive knowledge in life sciences.[173]
  • Nefer (奈芙尔; Nàifú'ěr)
Voiced by: Zeng Tong (Chinese); Ashleigh Haddad (English); Nana Mizuki (Japanese); Won Esther[174] (Korean)
The head of the Curatorium of Secrets and the Northern Intelligence Network. She is incredibly calculating to the point where people speculate that she can predict the future.[174]

Other regions

Khaenri'ah

Khaenri'ah is expected to be released after Snezhnaya. It is not part of the continent of Teyvat, and not ruled by any of the Seven Archons.

  • Dainsleif (戴因斯雷布; Dàiyīnsīléibù)
Voiced by: Sun Ye (Chinese); Yuri Lowenthal[175] (English); Kenjiro Tsuda[12] (Japanese); Choi Han (Korean)
The former knight captain of the Khaenri'ahn Royal Guard. He used to travel with the Traveler's sibling and occasionally meets with the Traveler to share information.[176][177]

Other significant characters

Voiced by: Duoduo Poi[9] (Chinese); Corina Boettger[10] & Penelope Rawlins[9][c] (English); Aoi Koga[10] (Japanese); Kim Ga-ryeong[9] (Korean)
The Traveler's guide and companion, who mostly speaks for them due to them being a silent protagonist.

Hexenzirkel

The Hexenzirkel is a mysterious coven of mages, some of whom possess immense power. They conduct explorations of the world tree that holds all of Teyvat's information, Irminsul, and sometimes host "formal tea parties". Each member has a unique codename corresponding to a letter of the alphabet.

  • Alice (艾莉丝; Àilìsī)
Voiced by: Zhang Qi[39] (Chinese); Rachel Kimsey[39] (English); Kikuko Inoue[39] (Japanese); Yeo Min-jeong[39] (Korean)
The Founder and Elder of the Hexenzirkel, creator of Simulanka, and Klee's mother. She is a potent sorceress, adventurer and prolific inventor whose experiments often end destructively.[178]
  • Nicole Reeyn (尼可·莱恩; Níkě Lái'ēn)
Voiced by: Yun Hezhui[9] (Chinese); Sophie Shad[9] (English); Megumi Toyoguchi[9] (Japanese); Lee So-eun[9] (Korean)
An angel prophetess who studies Teyvat's direction and order. She is physically mute but has an ability to speak directly into people's minds.[162]

Reception

Several of the game's characters have enjoyed massive popularity and have earned millions of dollars in revenue. According to PCGamesN, the character banner featuring the Wanderer and Arataki Itto generated over US$3.79 million in revenue on its first day of release and more than US$17.43 million in its first week.[179] In September 2021, during the week of the Raiden Shogun's first banner, the game generated $150 million in revenue, far exceeding that of the whole preceding month. Genshin Impact topped the sales ranking for mobile games in 42 countries and regions. A commentator for HK01 attributed this to her character design, widespread advertising, high player expectations, and the discounts of the game's first anniversary. This record exceeded all previous characters until she made available again in March 2022, which resulted in the game topping iOS revenue charts in over 20 countries and regions. The Raiden Shogun's record was eventually broken by the November 2, 2022 banner, which introduced the Dendro archon Nahida and earned US$34 million in the Chinese market.[180] The record was broken again by a banner featuring Xiao.[179]

Controversies

See also: Genshin Impact § Controversies

Cultural representation controversies

See also: Sumeru (Genshin Impact) § Cultural appropriation concerns, and Natlan § Character skin color controversy

In August 2022, HoYoverse introduced the nation of Sumeru, a region inspired by Middle Eastern and South Asian cultures. Many of its playable characters and NPCs were depicted as white-skinned, prompting accusations of whitewashing and colorism.[181]

In July 2024, HoYoverse released a trailer for the nation of Natlan, which was inspired by pre-Columbian Mesoamerican, African, and Polynesian cultures. Similar to Sumeru's characters, the character designs received criticism for perceived colorism and cultural appropriation, as the majority of the characters are depicted with white skin. Among those criticizing included many of the English voice actors in the game.[182][183]

Voice actor controversies

In February 2023, allegations of abusive behavior and sexual exploitation of minors were made against Elliot Gindi, the English voice actor of Tighnari. Gindi apologized for some of his actions but denied the allegations of preying on minors. He was widely condemned by the Genshin Impact community and fellow voice actors, with the voice director of the game, Chris Faiella, seeking to take action against Gindi.[184][185] HoYoverse later fired Gindi and replaced him with Zachary Gordon.[133]

Conflicts with SAG-AFTRA

Main article: 2024–2025 SAG-AFTRA video game strike

From 2024 to 2025, HoYoverse was affected by strike action from English voice actors affiliated with SAG-AFTRA as part of SAG-AFTRA's main strike. Although HoYoverse wasn't listed as one of the companies targeted in the main strike, multiple English voice actors in support of the strike stopped voicing their assigned characters as part of an independent strike separate from the main strike. HoYoverse responded by switching recording studios, as well as recasting various striking voice actors.[186]

Following the main strike's suspension, while some voice actors continued their work, Sean Chiplock stated that other voice actors are still striking against HoYoverse independently due to the company's non-union status.[187] As a result, HoYoverse continued to recast multiple voice actors, including Corina Boettger (formerly Paimon), Kayli Mills (formerly Keqing), Valeria Rodriguez (formerly Sucrose), and Shara Kirby (formerly Candace).[188]

Notes

  1. [a]
    Most characters wield Visions, except for a few who use their own means of controlling the elements.
  2. [b]
    His name is inconsistent throughout the game. Fischl's lore depicts it as Ozvaldo Hrafnavins while her English voiceovers depicting it as Ozvaldo von Hrafnavins.
  3. [c]
    These characters' original voice actors were replaced due to their support of the 2024–2025 SAG-AFTRA video game strike.
  4. [d]
    Jung replaced Lee Woo-ri, who was the sole voice actor before his death. Lee's existing voicelines are retained.
  5. [e]
    After the removal of Rukkhadevata's existence from Teyvat, Nahida is now believed to have always been the original Dendro Archon.
  6. [f]
    Aoki Tuttle withdrew as Charlotte's voice actress in November 2025 and was replaced by Wang.[137]

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