Genshin Impact 4.3 Update "Roses and Muskets" Phase 2 - Character and Weapon Banners Overview

Embark on the second phase of Genshin Impact's 4.3 Update "Roses and Muskets," beginning January 9, 2024. In the second phase of the Version 4.3 update, the banners will highlight the return of two five-star characters and introduce a brand-new four-star character. Let's delve into the details of Genshin Impact Version 4.3 Phase 2 banners.

Phase 2 Character and Weapon Banners Duration

• Start: January 9, 2024, at 18:00 Server Time
• End: January 30, 2024, at 14:59 Server Time

Character Banners

Reign of Serenity Banner

• Raiden Shogun's Third Rerun: Electro polearm user "Plane of Euthymia" Raiden Shogun returns.
• Featured 4-Star Characters: "Executor of Justice" Chevreuse (pyro/polearm), "Crowfeather Kaburaya" Kujou Sara (electro/bow), and "Trial by Fire" Bennett (pyro/sword) with increased drop rates.
• Standard Availability: Kujou Sara and Bennett are also in the Standard Wish – Wanderlust Invocation; Chevreuse joins from Version 4.4.

Tapestry of Golden Flames Banner

• Yoimiya's Fourth Rerun: Pyro bow wielder "Frolicking Flames" Yoimiya is featured once again.
• Featured 4-Star Characters: Same lineup as the Reign of Serenity Banner, with "Executor of Justice" Chevreuse making her debut.

Weapon Banner

• Rerun 5-Star Weapons: Engulfing Lightning (polearm) and Thundering Pulse (bow), signature weapons for Raiden Shogun and Yoimiya, respectively.
• Featured 4-Star Weapons: Wavebreaker’s Fin (polearm), Favonius Sword (sword), Rainslasher (claymore), Eye of Perception (catalyst), and Rust (bow). Favonius Sword, Rainslasher, Eye of Perception, and Rust are also available in the Standard Wish – Wanderlust Invocation.

Analysis and Recommendations

Character Banners

• Raiden Shogun's Banner: Ideal for those seeking to build a strong team with Raiden Shogun, as Bennett and Kujou Sara are valuable teammates.
• Yoimiya's Banner: Offers the same 4-star characters but caters to players preferring a pyro DPS.

Choosing Between Raiden Shogun and Yoimiya

• Raiden Shogun: A solid pick for those lacking both characters. Her constellations up to C3 can significantly enhance her as an Electro main DPS. Beyond C3, her constellations offer diminishing returns.
• Yoimiya: Players should consider their current roster and playstyle preferences.

Weapon Banner

• 5-Star Weapons: Both Engulfing Lightning and Thundering Pulse are highly desirable, with the former being versatile for characters relying on Elemental Burst damage.
• 4-Star Weapons: Rust is recommended for normal attack DPS characters, while Wavebreaker’s Fin and Favonius Sword cater to Energy Recharge needs.