I've been following the Genshin Impact leaks closely, and there's been quite a buzz around Iansan lately. Remember her from that Travail trailer back in 2020? We've known about her for years, but now she's finally coming in Version 5.4, expected to drop on February 12, 2025. What's interesting is the ongoing debate about her rarity – a recent leak claims she might be a 5-Star character, contradicting what many of us had assumed.

The Electrifying Controversy

When I first heard about Natlan's upcoming characters, I naturally assumed Iansan would be a 4-Star. After all, her symbol appears in the Pilgrim's Chronicle alongside Ororon and Kachina, both 4-Star characters from Natlan. Logic dictated that if she were a 5-Star, her symbol would have been in the Tribal Chronicle instead.

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"I remember watching the Ignition teaser and getting so excited when they confirmed Iansan would be Electro," I told my friend who also plays Genshin. "But I never expected this rarity debate to become so heated in the community."

The pattern seemed clear to me: each Natlan tribe has been releasing a 4-Star character before their 5-Star counterpart. Kachina came before Xilonen, and Ororon before Citlali. Following this pattern, Iansan should be the 4-Star of the Collective of Plenty, with Varesa being the 5-Star releasing later in Version 5.5.

The Leak That Shocked Everyone

But then came the bombshell from leaker Miruko, claiming Iansan will actually be a 5-Star Electro character. This is the same leaker who previously shared Capitano's sword model and music tracks from Version 5.0, so they do have some credibility.

"When I saw Miruko's leak, I had to do a double-take," I admitted to my Discord group. "It's one of the boldest claims we've seen in recent patches."

According to Miruko, this information is about two months old, suggesting the developers might have changed their mind about Iansan's rarity after the Archon Quest in Version 5.1. Perhaps her role in the story became more significant than initially planned?

Why Iansan Matters for Exploration

One thing is certain – Iansan will be crucial for exploration in the new Natlan zone coming in Version 5.4. From what I've gathered, she'll provide abilities similar to the Tatankasaurus from the Collective of Plenty, which will be essential for navigating the new area.

"I've been saving my primogems just in case she turns out to be a 5-Star," I confessed. "The exploration abilities alone make her worth pulling for, regardless of her rarity."

Version 5.4 will also introduce Mizuki, a confirmed 5-Star Anemo character from Inazuma. If Iansan is indeed a 5-Star as well, this would mark one of the rare patches with two new 5-Star characters instead of the typical one 5-Star and one 4-Star format.

The Waiting Game

The good news is we won't have to speculate much longer. Genshin Impact's typical drip marketing pattern means we should be getting official confirmation about Iansan's design, element, and rarity very soon.

"Every time I open Twitter, I'm half-expecting to see Iansan's official art reveal," I told my gaming buddies. "The anticipation is killing me!"

I've been analyzing the character release patterns since Natlan launched, and while the evidence points to Iansan being a 4-Star, I've learned that HoYoverse occasionally breaks their own patterns to surprise us.

People Also Ask

When exactly is Iansan expected to release in Genshin Impact?

Based on the current schedule, Iansan should be released with Version 5.4 on February 12, 2025, alongside the new Natlan area.

What element will Iansan use?

Iansan has been confirmed as an Electro user, as revealed in the Ignition teaser for Natlan.

Will Iansan have special exploration abilities?

Yes! She's expected to provide exploration abilities similar to the Tatankasaurus from the Collective of Plenty, which will be essential for navigating the new Natlan zone.

Frequently Asked Questions

What evidence suggests Iansan might be a 4-Star character?

🔍 Her symbol appears in the Pilgrim's Chronicle alongside other 4-Star characters

🔍 The established pattern of 4-Stars preceding 5-Stars for each Natlan tribe

🔍 Her placement next to Varesa in the leaked character roadmap

What evidence suggests Iansan might be a 5-Star character?

⚡ Leaker Miruko's recent claim based on alleged insider information

⚡ Possible story significance following the Version 5.1 Archon Quest

⚡ Her long-standing presence in promotional materials since 2020

Who else is coming in Version 5.4?

Version 5.4 will also introduce Mizuki, a 5-Star Anemo character from Inazuma, along with a new zone in Natlan.

How reliable is the leaker Miruko?

Miruko has previously shared accurate information like Capitano's sword model and music tracks, but as with all leaks, it's best to wait for official confirmation.

Whether Iansan turns out to be a coveted 5-Star or a more accessible 4-Star, I'm just excited to finally play her after seeing her in that trailer years ago. The Natlan region has already given us some amazing characters, and Iansan looks to continue that trend. Now, if you'll excuse me, I need to go farm some more primogems... just in case!