Genshin Impact Version 5.6 "Paralogism" Arrives May 7, 2025: New Archon Quest, Fontaine Amusement Park, and More!

The upcoming Genshin Impact Version 5.6 update, titled Paralogism, launches on May 7, 2025, and it’s shaping up to be one of the most exciting patches yet! Players can look forward to a thrilling Archon Quest Interlude, a unique amusement park management event in Fontaine, and the debut of two new playable characters. Prepare for a blend of mystery, strategy, and action as we return to Mondstadt and explore Fontaine’s newest attractions!

New Archon Quest: A Storm Brews in Mondstadt

The beloved Windblume Festival returns, but this time, not everything is as joyful as it seems. A sudden, unexpected trial puts Albedo in serious danger. Travelers must team up with Venti, the Knights of Favonius, and new allies like Dahlia and the mysterious Lady Alice of the Hexenzirkel to uncover the truth behind this ominous turn of events.

However, courtroom drama is just the beginning. As monsters begin invading Mondstadt, players will uncover hints of an even greater threat. To secure Lady Alice’s help, players must pass a magical trial—an intense Weekly Boss Challenge that takes place on a mystical chessboard, where mastering strategy against the King and Queen is key.

Fontaine's Chevalmarin Film Fantasyland: Build and Manage Your Own Park

The flagship event of Version 5.6 is a management simulation set in Fontaine! Collaborate with Navia and other familiar faces to run the Chevalmarin Film Fantasyland, an amusement park built around the magic of cinema.

Players will manage three major attractions:

• Eclectic Escapades
• Movie Masterpieces
• Mellow Manor

You'll expand your park by upgrading facilities, recruiting employees, and boosting Service Value. Strategic use of Action Points will be crucial to maximizing profits and unlocking valuable rewards — including the exclusive 4-star bow, Sequence of Solitude.

New Playable Characters and Banner Reruns

Escoffier – 5-Star Cryo Polearm User

A former head chef at Hotel Debord, Escoffier combines culinary skills with combat mastery.

• Elemental Skill: Summons the All-Spectrum Multi-Use Cooking Mek, which absorbs elemental attacks or follows allies, dealing continuous Cryo DMG.
• Elemental Burst: Heals party members and reduces enemies' Hydro and Cryo RES.

Ifa – 4-Star Anemo Catalyst User

From Natlan, Ifa fights with his Qucusaurus companion, Cacucu.

• Elemental Skill: Fires Tonicshots to heal allies and damage foes while pulling enemies together for crowd control.
• Nightsoul’s Blessing: Boosts Swirl and Electro-Charged DMG while automatically healing low-HP teammates.

Banners and Chronicled Wish

• First Phase: Features Escoffier, Navia, and Ifa.
• Second Phase: Sees reruns for Kinich and Raiden Shogun.
• Chronicled Wish: Focuses on 5-star characters from Inazuma, giving players another chance to summon old favorites.

Final Thoughts

With an emotional Archon Quest, a deep and strategic management event, and two versatile new characters, Genshin Impact Version 5.6 promises endless adventure. Whether you’re solving mysteries in Mondstadt or running a cinematic empire in Fontaine, there’s something exciting for everyone when the update drops on May 7, 2025!