Alyosha: Wintry Hunt Character Trailer — Genshin Impact Version 7.0
Alyosha’s “Wintry Hunt” Trailer Explained
Alyosha’s character trailer, “Wintry Hunt,” presents him as a skilled hunter who sees opportunity where others see only frozen wilderness. The trailer uses Snezhnaya’s snow-covered plains to introduce a character whose relationship with the region is based on survival, hunting, and practical knowledge.
The central idea of the trailer is that Snezhnaya’s harsh environment can provide valuable resources to someone who knows how to read it. A vast snowfield may look empty to an ordinary traveler, but an experienced hunter can identify what the landscape offers and knows how to make use of it.
The trailer therefore focuses more on Alyosha’s character and outlook than on explaining a specific gameplay mechanic. Rather than presenting the snowy plains as nothing more than a hostile environment, it shows how a skilled hunter can turn those conditions to his advantage.
Quick Summary
Character: Alyosha
Character title: “Swift-Striding Hound”
Rarity: 4-star
Element: Electro
Weapon: Polearm
Nation: Snezhnaya
Trailer: “Alyosha: Wintry Hunt”
Associated version: Genshin Impact Version 7.0
Version title: “Everwinter Without Mercy”
Trailer theme: Hunting, survival, and finding resources in Snezhnaya’s snowy wilderness
Who Is Alyosha in Genshin Impact?
Alyosha is a 4-star Electro polearm character introduced alongside the Snezhnaya content of Version 7.0. His character presentation gives particular attention to his skills as a hunter and his familiarity with the frozen environment.
His “Swift-Striding Hound” title reinforces the hunting theme surrounding his character. The combination of his title, Electro element, and polearm weapon gives him a distinct identity among the characters introduced with the Snezhnaya storyline.
Alyosha is also notable because his availability differs from that of Version 7.0’s limited 5-star characters. According to the Phase I Event Wish information, he appears as a boosted 4-star character during the relevant Event Wishes. He is scheduled to enter the standard “Wanderlust Invocation” in the following Version.
Odette’s Event Wish
Odette is the new 5-star Cryo character highlighted in the first Phase I Character Event Wish. Her banner, “Swan’s Shadow in Silken Ice,” gives her a boosted drop rate for the duration of the event.
Odette remains an event-exclusive character rather than joining “Wanderlust Invocation.” Travelers who want her should therefore distinguish her limited Event Wish availability from Alyosha’s later standard-banner availability.
Arlecchino’s Event Wish
Arlecchino returns as the featured 5-star Pyro character on “The Hearth’s Ashen Shadow.” Her banner runs alongside Odette’s Character Event Wish during Phase I.
Arlecchino also remains outside the standard “Wanderlust Invocation” pool. The banner therefore gives Travelers another limited 5-star target during the opening phase of Version 7.0.
Alyosha, Sucrose, and Lynette
Alyosha, Sucrose, and Lynette are the shared boosted 4-star characters across both Phase I Character Event Wishes. This means Travelers can target any of the three regardless of which featured 5-star banner they choose.
Alyosha has an additional availability change after the Event Wishes. The 4-star Electro polearm character is scheduled to enter “Wanderlust Invocation” in the next Version.
Phase I Weapon Event Wish
The Version 7.0 Phase I Epitome Invocation features two promotional 5-star weapons: Whitelake Frostfeather and Crimson Moon’s Semblance. Whitelake Frostfeather is a Sword, while Crimson Moon’s Semblance is a Polearm.
Five 4-star weapons also receive boosted rates during this weapon Event Wish. The lineup includes Favonius Sword, The Bell, Dragon’s Bane, Sacrificial Fragments, and Rust.
| Weapon | Rarity | Type | Phase I Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitelake Frostfeather | 5-star | Sword | Promotional, boosted |
| Crimson Moon's Semblance | 5-star | Polearm | Promotional, boosted |
| Favonius Sword | 4-star | Sword | Boosted |
| The Bell | 4-star | Claymore | Boosted |
| Dragon's Bane | 4-star | Polearm | Boosted |
| Sacrificial Fragments | 4-star | Catalyst | Boosted |
| Rust | 4-star | Bow | Boosted |
Epitomized Path
Travelers can use Epitomized Path to chart a course toward one of the two promotional 5-star weapons. The available targets are Whitelake Frostfeather and Crimson Moon’s Semblance.
The promotional weapons will not be included in the standard “Wanderlust Invocation” pool. Travelers interested in either weapon should therefore pay attention to the Epitome Invocation schedule rather than assuming the weapons will remain permanently available.
Test Run for Featured Characters
The Test Run event allows Travelers to try selected characters before deciding which banner to use. Players enter specific stages using fixed trial lineups containing the selected characters.
Completing the available Test Run challenges provides corresponding rewards. This makes the trial event particularly useful for Travelers who want to experience a character’s combat style before spending Primogems.
Test Run can also help players compare characters they already know with the new options introduced in Version 7.0. In particular, Travelers considering Odette or Arlecchino can use the trial content to get a practical feel for the featured characters.
Version 7.0 Snezhnaya Content
Version 7.0 places Snezhnaya at the center of the new content experience. The region introduces new environments, characters, exploration features, and systems that expand the way Travelers interact with the world.
The Snezhnaya adventure also introduces several region-specific systems. These include the Eye of Graeae, train travel, Prime Ice Constructs, and new combat-related features connected with the Shadow Realm.
Eye of Graeae
The Eye of Graeae serves as a new companion, providing access to several Snezhnaya-specific functions. Travelers encounter the system as they progress through the relevant Snezhnaya story content.
Its role extends beyond simply accompanying the Traveler. The Eye of Graeae is presented as an ancient technological intelligence capable of analyzing the unusual conditions found throughout the region.
Train Travel
The new train system provides another way to travel between Snezhnaya’s cities. Once the relevant feature has been unlocked, Travelers can use trains as part of their exploration and progression through the region.
The train system also supports selected activities beyond transportation. Certain activities can be performed while aboard a train, giving the system a broader role in the Version 7.0 experience.
Prime Ice Constructs
Prime Ice Constructs add another exploration-focused feature to Snezhnaya. These constructs can assist Travelers while exploring the frozen region and can also be used for specific interactions involving materials or messages.
Access to the system is tied to progression through the relevant Archon Quest content. Travelers therefore unlock its full usefulness as they advance through the Snezhnaya storyline.
New Combat and Challenge Content
Version 7.0 also expands combat through new Shadow Realm-related systems and firearm-focused activities. These features give Travelers a different combat experience from the traditional third-person exploration-and-battle format.
The Shadow Realm introduces third-person shooter-style combat involving firearms. This system is tied to the Snezhnaya storyline and becomes available as players progress through the relevant Archon Quest.
Additional activities build on this new combat format. The Special Recruitment Project: Cycle Training introduces weekly Shadow Realm Training Quests, while Edge of Survival provides firearm-focused challenge stages.
Frontrunners’ Edge
Frontrunners’ Edge lets players view challenge records associated with the new combat content. The available records provide a way to review performance and compare challenge results.
The records become fully available from August 17. This makes the feature relevant to players who want to track their performance after Version 7.0 launches.
How to Prepare for Version 7.0 Phase I
The best preparation is to install the available update resources early and decide which Event Wish matches your goals. Travelers who already know whether they want Odette, Arlecchino, or a featured weapon can plan their Primogem spending before the banners end.
Players should also leave enough storage space for the pre-installation files. The estimated requirement is approximately 8 GB on PC and 3 GB on mobile, although the final size can vary depending on installed voice-over packs.
Travelers should also check their in-game mail after maintenance. Eligible players receive 300 Primogems as maintenance compensation, and the message expires after 30 days.
What Makes Phase I Important?
Phase I serves as the opening point for the Version 7.0 Snezhnaya experience. It combines new character banners with new regional systems, exploration mechanics, and combat activities.
The character lineup also gives players several different reasons to engage with the update. Odette introduces a new 5-star Cryo option, Arlecchino returns as a limited 5-star Pyro character, and Alyosha arrives as a new 4-star Electro polearm user.
The wider update is not limited to the Event Wishes. Travelers interested in exploration, new combat systems, and Snezhnaya’s story have additional content to discover beyond the banner screen.
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Final Thoughts
Genshin Impact Version 7.0 Phase I centers on the arrival of Snezhnaya and a broad range of new gameplay content. Travelers can explore the new region, experience its unique systems, try new combat activities, and choose between several limited-time Event Wishes.
The most important Phase I date is September 1, 2026, at 17:59, when the featured Event Wishes end. Before then, Travelers can pursue Odette, Arlecchino, Alyosha, Sucrose, Lynette, and the featured weapons through their respective banners.
The individual Version 7.0 notices remain the best source for exact event requirements, schedules, and reward details. As more activities become available, those notices provide the specific information needed to plan each event.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Genshin Impact Version 7.0 launch?
Version 7.0, “Everwinter Without Mercy,” launches after maintenance on August 12, 2026. Maintenance begins at 06:00 (UTC+8) and is expected to take five hours.
When do the Version 7.0 Phase I banners end?
The Phase I Character Event Wishes and Epitome Invocation end on September 1, 2026, at 17:59. Travelers should complete their wishes before this deadline if they want the current boosted rates.
Which characters are featured in Phase I?
Odette and Arlecchino are the featured 5-star characters, while Alyosha, Sucrose, and Lynette are the boosted 4-star characters. Odette appears on “Swan’s Shadow in Silken Ice,” and Arlecchino appears on “The Hearth’s Ashen Shadow.”
What are the featured Version 7.0 weapons?
Whitelake Frostfeather and Crimson Moon’s Semblance are the two promotional 5-star weapons in the Phase I Epitome Invocation. The boosted 4-star weapons include Favonius Sword, The Bell, Dragon’s Bane, Sacrificial Fragments, and Rust.
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