Genshin Impact: Iansan's Potential As A 5-Star Character in Version 5.4

Natlan has already introduced many fan-favorite characters, but Iansan has been known to Genshin Impact players since the Travail trailer in 2020. Her element was confirmed as Electro during the Ignition teaser for Natlan. However, her rarity has been a topic of debate among fans and leakers, especially leading up to Version 5.3.

The latest information about Iansan in Genshin Impact is that she is expected to launch in Version 5.4. This update will introduce a new area in Natlan, and Iansan will be important for giving players the ability to explore in ways similar to the Tatankasaurus from the Collective of Plenty. Version 5.4 will also add Mizuki, a 5-Star Anemo character from Inazuma, to the game. While many believed Iansan would be the 4-Star character of Version 5.4, there’s a chance Genshin Impact may have changed their plans.

Miruko has revealed that Iansan will be a 5-Star Electro character. Known for leaking content like Capitano's sword model and music from Version 5.0, Miruko has a solid track record of sharing early Genshin Impact info. However, this claim is one of the boldest in recent patches. Miruko also mentioned that the information is two months old, meaning the developers might have changed their mind about Iansan's rarity after the Archon Quest in Version 5.1.

Genshin Impact Iansan Leak — The latest information about Iansan in Genshin Impact is that she is expected to launch in Version 5.4

Nevertheless, this leak should be taken with caution for a few reasons. Iansan's symbol appears in the Pilgrim's Chronicle alongside Ororon and Kachina, both of whom are 4-Star characters from Natlan. If Iansan were a 5-Star character, her symbol would likely be placed in the Tribal Chronicle instead. Based on this, the logical assumption in the game is that Iansan is the 4-Star character from the Collective of Plenty, while Varesa is the 5-Star character from the tribe.

Additionally, the list of upcoming Genshin Impact characters places Iansan alongside Varesa, who isn't expected to debut until Version 5.5. Looking at past releases, like Kachina being followed by Xilonen and Ororon being followed by Citlali, there seems to be a pattern of releasing a 4-Star character from a Natlan tribe before their 5-Star counterpart. This is likely because 5-Star characters have an upgraded version of their tribe's exploration ability. Fortunately, players won’t have to wait long to find out Iansan's rarity, as her drip marketing is expected to start soon. Version 5.4 is set to launch on February 12, 2025.