Genshin Impact Version 7.0 Phase II Banners: Flins, Ineffa, and New Weapons
Genshin Impact Version 7.0 Phase II begins on September 1, 2026, at 18:00 server time, bringing two Character Event Wishes and one Epitome Invocation weapon banner. The Phase II lineup features the 5-star Electro characters Flins and Ineffa, alongside the 4-star characters Aino, Iansan, and Lan Yan. The weapon banner also boosts the 5-star polearms Bloodsoaked Ruins and Fractured Halo.
The banners remain available until September 22, 2026, at 14:59 server time, giving players a little over three weeks to decide where to spend their Intertwined Fates and Primogems. The Phase II notice also confirms that both Character Event Wishes share their guarantee count.
Version 7.0 Phase II Banner Schedule
Phase II runs from September 1 to September 22, 2026, with both character banners active at the same time. This means players can choose between Flins and Ineffa without waiting for one banner to end before the other begins.
Flins Character Event Wish
Flins receives the featured 5-star boost on “The Lone Light Knocks at Night.” He is an event-exclusive Electro character, meaning this particular version of Flins will not be added to the standard Wanderlust Invocation Wish.
The banner also increases the drop rate of three 4-star characters: Aino, Iansan, and Lan Yan. All three appear on both Phase II Character Event Wishes, giving players the same 4-star featured lineup regardless of which 5-star character they target.
Featured Characters on Flins’ Banner
Flins is the only featured 5-star character on “The Lone Light Knocks at Night.” The banner’s 4-star lineup gives players additional chances to obtain Aino, Iansan, or Lan Yan while wishing for Flins.
Flins — 5-star Electro
Aino — 4-star Hydro
Iansan — 4-star Electro
Lan Yan — 4-star Anemo
Because Flins is event-exclusive, players should not expect to obtain him later through Wanderlust Invocation based on this announcement.
Ineffa Character Event Wish
Ineffa receives the same featured 5-star treatment on the second Character Event Wish, “Astral Actuation.” Like Flins, Ineffa is an event-exclusive 5-star Electro character and will not be available through the standard Wanderlust Invocation Wish.
The same three 4-star characters appear on this banner: Aino, Iansan, and Lan Yan. This creates a straightforward choice for players who want a particular 5-star while still accessing the same featured 4-star pool.
Featured Characters on Ineffa’s Banner
Ineffa is the featured 5-star target on “Astral Actuation.” The banner includes:
Ineffa — 5-star Electro
Aino — 4-star Hydro
Iansan — 4-star Electro
Lan Yan — 4-star Anemo
The two character banners share the same 4-star lineup but differ in their featured 5-star character.
Flins vs. Ineffa: Which Character Banner Is Different?
The main difference between the two Phase II Character Event Wishes is the featured 5-star character. The 4-star boosted characters are identical on both banners.
This setup also gives players more flexibility because the guarantee counter is shared between Character Event Wish and Character Event Wish-2. Progress on one banner carries over to the other, rather than being treated as a separate counter.
Character Wish Guarantee Is Shared
The pity or guarantee count for the two Character Event Wish banners is shared. The official notice states that Character Event Wish and Character Event Wish-2 use the same guarantee count, which accumulates across both banner types.
For example, a player can make wishes on Flins’ banner and later switch to Ineffa’s banner without losing the accumulated guarantee count. The count remains separate from the guarantee systems used by other Wish categories.
This distinction matters for players who are deciding between the two featured characters during Phase II. Switching between the two Character Event Wishes does not reset the shared progress.
Epitome Invocation Weapon Banner
The Version 7.0 Phase II weapon banner boosts two event-exclusive 5-star polearms: Bloodsoaked Ruins and Fractured Halo. Both weapons are available through Epitome Invocation during the same September 1–22 period.
The official promotional image specifically places Bloodsoaked Ruins and Fractured Halo at the center of the weapon banner, while also showing the featured 4-star weapon lineup.
Featured Weapons in Phase II
The Epitome Invocation banner includes two 5-star promotional weapons and five boosted 4-star weapons. The full lineup is as follows:
Bloodsoaked Ruins — 5-star Polearm
Fractured Halo — 5-star Polearm
The Flute — 4-star Sword
Favonius Greatsword — 4-star Claymore
Favonius Lance — 4-star Polearm
Eye of Perception — 4-star Catalyst
The Stringless — 4-star Bow
Both Bloodsoaked Ruins and Fractured Halo are event-exclusive according to the notice and will not be available through the standard Wanderlust Invocation Wish.
How Epitomized Path Works for Phase II Weapons
Players can use Epitomized Path to target either Bloodsoaked Ruins or Fractured Halo. The system lets Travelers chart a course toward one of the two promotional 5-star weapons featured on the banner.
Players who want a specific weapon should select it through the Epitomized Path system. The in-game Wish screen provides full details on how the system works.
This is particularly relevant for players who have already decided which of the two polearms they want. Instead of treating both promotional weapons as identical targets, Epitomized Path lets players set a preferred destination.
Test Run Event Returns With Phase II
The Test Run trial event will be available while the Phase II Character Event Wishes are active. Players can use fixed trial teams containing the featured characters and enter designated stages to test their abilities.
Completing the available trial challenges provides corresponding rewards. This lets Travelers try the featured characters before deciding whether to spend Primogems or Intertwined Fates on their banners.
The Test Run is especially useful for players who have not used Flins or Ineffa before and want to understand how the characters feel in combat.
What Players Should Know Before Wishing
Players should decide which 5-star character or weapon matters most to them before spending their resources. Flins and Ineffa have separate featured banners, but their 4-star boosted characters are the same.
Players who want one of the new 5-star characters can therefore focus on the relevant Character Event Wish while retaining their shared guarantee progress if they later switch to the other character banner.
For weapon-focused players, the decision is between Bloodsoaked Ruins and Fractured Halo, with the five boosted 4-star weapons providing additional possibilities.
The banners also form part of the wider Version 7.0 content cycle in Snezhnaya. Animon Life continues to track official Genshin Impact updates and related releases, while these Phase II banners remain entirely focused on in-game characters and weapons.
FAQs About Genshin Impact Version 7.0 Phase II Banners
When do the Version 7.0 Phase II banners start?
The Phase II Character Event Wishes and Epitome Invocation begin on September 1, 2026, at 18:00 server time.
When do the Phase II banners end?
All three listed banners are scheduled to end on September 22, 2026, at 14:59 server time.
Are Flins and Ineffa available in the standard Wish?
No. The announcement states that the event-exclusive Flins and Ineffa will not be available through Wanderlust Invocation.
Do Flins and Ineffa banners share pity?
Yes. The guarantee count for Character Event Wish and Character Event Wish-2 is shared. Progress accumulated on one can carry over to the other, while the guarantee counts for other Wish types remain separate.
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