Genshin Impact 2.6 Livestream is scheduled in the coming days, and we already have new info about the characters, banners, events, and more.
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Genshin Impact players are eagerly awaiting the 2.6 update as it is all set to bring a lot of new content for the players to explore, however, as always Genshin Impact leaks are consistently flowing in, revealing some additional data regarding the game.
We have had numerous 2.6 beta leaks, providing solid leaks regarding the elements of the Genshin 2.6 patch including new characters, banners, enemies, events, and much more. Moreover, HoYoverse has also revealed new info on the character that will be seen in the Genshin 2.6 version.
A lot of new content is planned for the upcoming update and it is expected that Genshin Impact 2.6 Livestream will reveal many exciting details about v2.6. This interesting content includes upcoming characters, new features, and juicy details about the v2.6 update.
Additionally, a new boss: Ruin Serpent, along with lots of new events are likewise scheduled for the 2.6 patch, so fans are hoping to get a glimpse of the same during the Genshin 2.6 Livestream.
We have no official info on the Livestream, but leaks have a few predicted leaks. So, let's get into the details of Genshin Impact 2.6 Livestream, where to watch, what all is expected including banners, characters, events, and more.
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Genshin Impact 2.6 Livestream Date
Players do have an idea that Genshin 2.6 update will incorporate Ayato, as several leaks have pointed towards it. Moreover, HoYoverse has officially revealed him to the players, so getting him in the 2.6 update is a sure event.
However, prior to the release of a new patch, HoYoverse conducts a live stream, and as usual, players will get the Genshin Impact 2.6 Livestream close to its release.
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UPDATE: 18/03/22
Genshin Impact 2.6 banner - Official Announcement
Genshin Impact Chinese social media published an official graphic with chibi avatars of both Ayato and Ayaka when advertising the 2.6 Livestream, confirming the 2.6 Ayaka rerun during the patch.
Moreover, popular leaker UBatcha also reported a few hours before the Livestream that in Phase 2 of Genshin 2.6 Banner, we only have Ayaka as the rerun character. As disappointing as it may be, in Genshin 2.6 update, there is no Kaedehara Kazuha rerun.
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UPDATE: 15/03/22
Genshin Impact 2.6 Livestream Art leak
Prior to the official announcement, the Genshin Impact 2.6 Livestream art has been leaked on the WFP Discord channel. As per the leaked data, Genshin Impact Patch 2.6 livestream is scheduled for March 18, 2022 at 07:00 AM (UTC-5).
The leaked 2.6 Livestream art features, both Ayaka and Ayato, clearly implying, the Ayaka rerun will be in the 2nd phase based on the pic.
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While travelers may anticipate the release of version 2.6, it cannot be said for the Livestreams. The Genshin Impact 2.6 special program's announcement is still to be made, and gamers can only guess when it will happen.
The 2.4 Livestream took place on Sunday, December 26th, while the 2.5 Livestream took place on February 4th, 2022, two weeks before the Genshin Impact servers were updated.
If we are to go by the previous patterns, then players should expect the 2.6 Livestream to begin sometime in mid-March 2022. March 18th can be the possible Genshin Impact 2.6 Livestream date.
On Fridays, the developers normally release a special program for the next game version, however, players should keep in mind that the formal announcement from HoYoverse is still pending.
Where to watch Genshin Impact 2.6 Livestream
Those who are keen to know the upcoming changes before the main release should definitely watch it on the official Genshin Impact Twitch channel.
The Genshin 2.6 Livestream will be available in both English and Chinese on the Twitch channel, however, in case anybody misses the 2.6 Special Program on Twitch, they can watch the video later on, on the official YouTube channel which will be made available a few hours after the Livestream.
Moreover, during the Genshin 2.6 Livestream, HoYoverse will likewise provide new Primogem codes to acquire lots of free primos.
Genshin Impact 2.6 Livestream Codes
With the introduction of new characters and content, miHoYo likewise gives away three new Genshin Livestream codes for primogems. So players can expect the same and should wait for the Genshin 2.6 Livestream codes that will also be announced during the stream, which will only be active for 24 hours.
To redeem these codes, players can follow either the website method or the in-game method. The Genshin Impact 2.6 Livestream codes are:
We will update this section once the 2.6 Livestream begins, so keep checking.
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Genshin Impact 2.6 Livestream Time
As per the above-mentioned pattern of 2.4 and 2.5 Livestream, HoYoverse usually conducts any Genshin Livestream at 07:00 AM (UTC-5).
So, as per the different timezones, the Genshin Impact 2.6 Livestream will be held at:
- 04:00 PST (Pacific Standard Time)
- 07:00 EST (Eastern Standard Time)
- 09:00 BST (Brazil Standard Time)
- 12:00 GMT (Greenwich Mean Time)
- 14:00 EET (Eastern European Time)
- 15:00 EAT (East African Time)
- 17:30 IST (Indian Standard Time)
- 19:00 VST (Vietnam Standard Time)
- 21:00 JST (Japan Standard Time)
- 06:00 CT
- 07:00 ET
- 04:00 ET
- 13:00 CET
So far we have no leaks on how long the 2.6 Livestream will be, but we only have Ayato that has been formally announced, so it will be best to expect a short Livestream.
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Genshin Impact 2.6 Release date
miHoYo is yet to announce the official Genshin Impact 2.6 update release date, however, as per the usual six-week patch schedule, players will get to explore the future update somewhere in end-march.
It is not difficult to predict the patch release as the 16th of February 2022 was the day when Genshin Impact 2.5 update went go live, so March 30, 2022, can be the official Genshin 2.6 release date.
Genshin Impact 2.6 Leaks
A prominent Genshin leaker, Genshin Intel shared a small overview of different features and elements that will be seen in the Genshin 2.6 update, and as per the leaked info, players will get:
- Chasm
- Ayato
- Irodori Festival (poetry, tower defense, kendo, and ikebana minigames)
- Domain of Blessing: Machine Nest
- Cooking event with teapot characters
- Crystal Research battle event
- Photography event
- The Black Serpent Knights' End
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UPDATE: 13/03/22
New Genshin Impact 2.6 leaks
- Genshin Impact 2.6 Seelies and chests leak
The Chasm will have at least 24 Seelies and 200 chests. It's worth noting that this estimate differs from the last leak, which stated that at least 12 Seelies and 160 Chests will be present.
- Genshin Impact 2.6 Chasm Oculus
A well-known Genshin Impact leaker, has disclosed that Chasm will have its own Oculus type called Lumenspar.
Although no official announcements about the rewards for completing Lumenspar have been released, several fans are anticipating a much-needed stamina boost, as was the case with the first two regions, Mondstadt and Liyue.
- Genshin Impact 2.6 Kamisato Ayato's Elemental Skill changes
Ayato's changes also disclosed the elimination of his taunt mechanic, in addition to a few skill changes.
Ayato's utility has been reduced as a result of this alteration. At the very least, it no longer requires an attack to explode, allowing it to do damage more quickly than before. In terms of consequences, the remainder of the Elemental Skill remains untouched for the time being.
- Genshin Impact 2.6 Yae Miko's Elemental Skill changes
Yae Miko's Elemental Skill has been modified in the ongoing 2.6 beta testing, according to prominent leaker Ubatcha.
Yae's Elemental Skill now prioritizes 'Nearest' foes while summoning Sesshou Sakuras. Earlier, the Sakuras in the public build, use to prioritize 'Random' enemies.
- Genshin Impact 2.6 Lumenstone Adjuvant, Lumenspar, Lumenstone Ore items
It has been claimed that a wide range of open-world features like Lumenstone Adjuvant, Oozing Gulches, and Bedrock Keys will be added to the game in version 2.6. It has been revealed by the leakers that Lumenspar is a sky-blue crystal that glitters so brightly that it brings forth echoes of the heavens above which cannot be seen from underground.
For the Genshin Lumenstone Ore, we only know that these will be rewarded for enhancing Lumenstone Adjuvant till level 10, and its name card description reads: "What flows within this nameless, voiceless azure crystal? The secrets of the heavens? Or the whispers of the abyss?"
- Genshin Impact 2.6 Spiral Abyss
We have quite some time left for the Genshin Impact Spiral Abyss 2.5 enemy setup to change, which happens on the usual server reset time. However, new leaks have uncovered that players might get to see new enemy setups in the next 2.6 Spiral Abyss rotation.
The monster lineup on Spiral Abyss Floors 11–12 has been updated and players will now get three new Phases in Genshin 2.6 update.
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Genshin Impact 2.6 Characters leak
It is a given that players will get new characters in the upcoming Genshin Impact 2.6 update and Kamisato Ayato is the only confirmed character.
However, players are expecting a few more characters to be introduced, and as per the leaks so far, the expected Genshin 2.6 characters is Dainsleif.
Kamisato Ayato ‧ Pillar of Fortitude
— Genshin Impact (@GenshinImpact) February 4, 2022
Head of the Kamisato Clan
As the head of the Yashiro Commission, Kamisato Ayato is committed to maintaining the prosperity and stability of the region.#GenshinImpact pic.twitter.com/wLAjVgfhdJ
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Genshin Impact Kamisato Ayato
Genshin Impact's Ayato is one of the upcoming 5-star Hydro Sword user. Fans were eagerly waiting to get a glimpse of the popular character, and thanks to the 2.5 Livestream, we got the official look of Kamisato Ayato.
It was claimed that Ayato will be shown on the 2.5 Livestream on February 4, and indeed the leakers were right. Prior to the Genshin 2.5 Livestream, HoYoverse released the official Genshin Impact Ayato drip marketing.
Now the 2.6 leaks have revealed the detailed info on Ayato's kit and the buffs, do check it out.
Genshin Impact Dainsleif
Genshin Impact Dainsleif has been defined as the self-proclaimed prophet, who has the keys to many of the world's greatest secrets and specifically of the lost region of Khaenri'ah.
Recently, Dainsleif has become a topic of discussion among the players, thanks to the constantly flowing leaks that reveal info about the upcoming update. Leakers have revealed that there's a possibility that the 2.6 update will bring back Dainsleif.
Heizou and Dainsleif were rumored to show up along with Ayato, however, now it has been revealed that Heizou's release has been pushed back but we have not received any conflicting statements regarding the Dainsleif release, so let's wait and see what the leakers will say further on this matter.
Genshin Impact 2.6 Banners leak
So far, we have no official info on Genshin Impact 2.6 banners or which characters will feature on the upcoming banner. However, as per the leaked data, players may get to see some interesting characters in the 2.6 banners.
Usually, any Event Wishes in Genshin lasts for 21 days, so based on this information, the forthcoming 2.6 Event Wishes should have the following release dates:
- Genshin Impact 2.6 Phase 1 will begin on March 30, 2022.
- Genshin Impact 2.6 Phase 2 will begin on April 19 or 20, 2022 (depending on the first banner).
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It is suggested that players may get to see the Genshin Ayato banner as the 1st 2.6 banner along with Ayaka and Venti rerun, which means March 30, will be the official release date of Ayato. Moreover, Kamisato Ayato has been introduced to us officially, so getting him on the first banner of the v2.6 patch doesn't seem odd.
However, HoYoverse did not reveal the 4-stars characters that will be on the Ayato banner, but we will make sure to update to with new info whenever leakers or devs drop any.
Other than Ayayto, we can expect the following Genshin Impact 2.6 banner rerun as per the leaks:
- Genshin Impact Kazuha rerun
- Genshin Impact Venti rerun
- Genshin Impact Yoimiya banner rerun
- Genshin Impact Ayaka banner rerun
- Genshin Impact Klee banner rerun
Different leakers have made different claims in regards to Genshin 2.6 banner reruns, so to check the details, head over to the 2.6 banners, reruns, and characters leak.
Genshin Impact 2.6 region - Chasm map
During Genshin Impact 2.5 Livestream, HoYoverse officially announced that players will get to see a new map in the upcoming update along with Kamisato Ayato and this official Genshin Impact 2.6 region is the much-awaited Chasm region.
Regarding the Genshin 2.6 Chasm map, the official announcement stated,
"In our future update for Version 2.6, Travelers will be able to delve into The Chasm, so Travelers can expect a completely new area to explore in the version following 2.5." While showing a few concept arts, the basic description of the area was given.
While players don't have access to The Chasm at the moment, we do know a few things about this area thanks to a number of new leaks.
Leakers claim Chasm in version 2.6 will be divided into two parts featuring an aboveground map and an underground map separately, each with 7 subareas for a total of 14. The names of these areas, their tutorial & event page, and a lot more have been leaked.
Genshin Impact 2.6 events and quests leak
As per the leaked data, different events will be brought back in Genshin Impact's 2.6 update along with several new quests and events.
The leaked Genshin Impact 2.6 events include:
- Irodori Festival event
- Chasm event
- Outside the Canvas, Inside the Lens event
- Vibro-Crystal Research event
- Spices from the West event
- Chasmic Serpent event
- Kamisato Ayato's Story Quest
Moreover, the leaks revealed detailed information on these upcoming Genshin Impact 2.6 events and quests and claimed that the Irodori Festival event will be the main Genshin 2.6 event and every Inazuma character will also appear during the event, according to Genshin Intel. The following minigames will be available at the Irodori Festival:
- Poetry
- Tower defense
- Kendo
- Ikebana minigames
While free Primogems are expected to be given away to individuals who participate, travelers who finish the Irodori Festival games will receive a free Xingqiu.
Leaks have also revealed the Irodori Festival story snippet and the furnishing item which hints at the Kazuha & Venti rerun.
Genshin Impact 2.6 Enemies
Other than the Genshin 2.6 map, HoYoverse also revealed the new 2.6 enemies during the v2.5 Livestream. The officially revealed Genshin Impact 2.6 enemy is known as Ruin Serpent.
The Genshin Ruin Serpent enemies have serpent-like shapes and are armed with digging tools, implying that they may be able to burrow and conceal. It appears to be a formidable and threatening enemy, so wish players the best of luck.
Other than the official reveal, 2.6 beta leaks have also detailed its description, location, model, combat skills, and the other 2.6 enemies who will be joining the Ruin Serpent to make the gameplay a bit harder for the players. As per the leaked data, these 3 new Genshin 2.6 enemies are:
- Black Serpent Knight: Windcutter
- Ruin Serpent
- Floating Moldbeast
For details of these enemies, visit our Genshin Impact 2.6 Enemies page.
Genshin Impact 2.6 Weapon - Haran Tsukishiro Futsu
Each new Genshin patch update adds new characters, enemies, and weapons to the game. And it has been revealed that players will be able to get Kamisato Ayato's iconic weapon, the Haran Tsukishiro Futsu, in version 2.6. Ayato's 5-star sword has the following stats:
- Base Attack - 608
- Secondary stat - 33.1% Crit Rate
- Passive R5 - When using players obtain 24% All Elemental DMG Bonus.
The character using this weapon will acquire stacks when surrounding party members use elemental skills, that will be depleted when the character wielding it utilizes an Elemental Skill. The character's normal attacks will be increased as the stacks are consumed. The weapon also has a 12 percent bonus to all elemental DMG.
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Genshin Impact 2.6 Artifacts leak
As per the post by Ubatcha, we will see new artifact sets soon. The leaker simply stated, "HP% Based. Tao is happy. Normals attacks based. Yoimiya is happy. If true, let's see which one Ayato's BiS will be."
Now new leaks revealed that we will get two artifact sets for Xiao and Ayato. As per the leakers the two Genshin Impact 2.6 artifacts are:
- Vermilion Hereafter
2-piece: ATK +18%
4-piece: After using an Elemental Burst, the character will gain a buff, increasing their ATK by 8% for 16s. When the character loses HP, their ATK will further increase by 10%. This ATK buff can occur up to once every 0.8s, max 4 stacks.
- Echoes of an Offering
2-piece: ATK +18%
4-piece: Normal Attack (NA) has a 36% chance to initiate (once every 0.3s) a buff that boosts NA DMG by 60% of ATK. The buff expires 0.05s after the next Normal Attack that deals DMG. If a Normal Attack doesn't trigger the buff, the next Normal Attack will be 20% more likely to do it.
These artifacts have also received some buffs with time, and the beta leaks have revealed the Genshin 2.6 artifacts buffs, effects, design, more.
Genshin Impact 2.6 Skins - Diluc skin and Fischl leak
Since the 2.4 update we are receiving new skins and outfits for the character in the game, and with version, 2.5 HoYoverse introduced Genshin Impact 2.5 alternate outfit for Amber, Jean, Rosaria, and Mona.
Now getting new character skins has been the topic of discussion between the Genshin Community for quite some time, and we have additional data about potential 2.6 skins.
According to the leaked info, Genshin Impact 2.6 update will probably bring 2 new skins into the game. These two new Genshin Impact skins are:
- Genshin Diluc skin
- Genshin Fischl skin
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Tz: A certain reliable uncle (referring to uncle DD) has already confirmed Diluc and Fischl skins.
Edit: Tz also confirmed the existence of the HP-based artifact set.#GenshinImpact #GenshinImapct #Genshin pic.twitter.com/nwGAE82aah
The leak has been affirmed by different reliable leakers so it wouldn't be wrong to believe in them. You can read more about Diluc skin and Fischl skin leak, in our other detailed article.
These were the complete details about the upcoming Genshin Impact 2.6 Livestream, release date, characters, banners, enemies, and more that have been revealed so far.
However, the data has come from the leaks that are subjected to change as 2.6 beta is still going on and we have quite some time left for the 2.6 patch. So, players should think about it with a grain of salt until HoYoverse officially releases the 2.6 update.
We'll make sure to keep you updated with the latest information regarding Genshin Impact, so keep following. Till then, you can also check the latest Genshin Impact leaks about the upcoming characters:
| Heizou | Yelan | Kuki Shinobu | Collei | Ayato | Dainsleif | Baizhu | Yaoyao | Nilou | Scaramouche | and more.
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