Which Four-Star To Choose in Lantern Rite Genshin Impact

Choosing Your Ideal Four-Star in Genshin Impact's Lantern Rite Event

The Lantern Rite event presents a valuable opportunity to acquire a free four-star character in Genshin Impact. Whether you're a seasoned player seeking constellations or a newcomer building your roster, careful consideration is key.

Prioritize existing favorites! If you covet a character you lack or desire additional constellations for a beloved unit, the choice is clear. However, if your roster is relatively complete, consider these recommendations:

The standout choice this year is the newly introduced four-star, Lan Yan. This Anemo shielder enhances survivability in teams that prioritize damage over healing (such as those featuring Hu Tao or Arlecchino), while simultaneously offering resistance shredding with the Viridescent Venerer artifact set. Her absence from most players' rosters and promising kit make her a compelling option. Acquiring her second constellation further boosts her capabilities by enabling shield regeneration during normal attacks.

While pulling for Arlecchino or Clorinde on their banners, you might also acquire Lan Yan constellations.

Beyond Lan Yan, Xingqiu, Xiangling, and Yaoyao stand out as excellent choices. Yaoyao, a potent Dendro healer, consistently replenishes your team's health. Although her skill primarily heals the active character, it also damages enemies. Her burst provides team-wide healing. She's exceptionally versatile in various team compositions (Bloom, Hyperbloom, Aggravate, Spread, even Burning teams) and functions effectively even at Constellation Zero, eliminating the need for additional copies.

Xingqiu and Xiangling are established top-tier four-star characters. If you lack either, they are highly recommended. Xingqiu, a remarkable sub-DPS, inflicts substantial Hydro damage, making him integral to Freeze and Vaporize teams. He also offers damage reduction and minor healing. His final constellation significantly amplifies his already impressive power.

Xiangling, a Pyro sub-DPS, unleashes a devastating pyronado that inflicts significant Pyro damage, crucial for triggering reactions. While players receive a copy through Spiral Abyss floor 5, her constellations dramatically enhance her capabilities. Constellation Four, in particular, extends her burst duration by 40%, transforming her into an exceptionally powerful unit.

If you already possess these characters, focus on obtaining constellations for other four-star characters you desire. Don't waste this chance to strengthen your existing roster!

Genshin Impact is available now.