If you’re a Genshin Impact fan, you know the drill. Every few weeks, a shiny new banner drops, and the temptation to spend those hard-earned Primogems hits hard. The question is always the same: Should you pull, or should you pass? With Genshin Impact 5.7 just around the corner, players are buzzing with excitement—and hesitation.
Before you throw all your gems at the screen, let’s slow down and take a closer look. This update’s banners aren’t just about pretty faces; they could impact your team builds, exploration experience, and even your future pulls. Thanks to early leaks and community speculation, we already have a solid idea of what’s coming up. If you’ve been keeping tabs on the Genshin 5.7 banners leaked, you’ll know there are a few surprises in the lineup—and some decisions aren’t as easy as they seem.
In this guide, we’ll break down the key characters, weapons, and reruns expected in 5.7. We’ll also weigh their value for different types of players, so you can decide if your Primogems are better spent now or saved for later. Let’s get into it.
The headline grabber this time is Emille, a new 5-star Cryo claymore user. She’s been hyped for months, with leaks teasing her massive AoE freeze potential and unique “icy battlefield” passive. Early beta impressions suggest she’s a strong pick for freeze comps, but maybe less flexible for general use.
Joining her is a rerun of Baizhu, the 5-star Dendro healer. If you missed him in earlier patches, this could be your chance to round out your Dendro teams. His sustainability makes him valuable for Abyss runs, but his slower healing ticks aren’t everyone’s favorite.
On the 4-star front, we’re reportedly getting boosted rates for Rosaria, Dori, and Kaveh. Rosaria is always a solid Cryo support with crit buffs, Dori is… well, polarizing, and Kaveh is fun for Dendro reaction fans but not a meta-breaker.
All things considered, this banner lineup feels good but niche. If you’ve already got a solid Cryo or Dendro core, pulling for Emille or Baizhu could be a power move. But if you’re looking for flexible roster additions, this might not be the most universal banner to spend on.
Let’s talk about the weapon banner because let’s be honest—sometimes the weapons are the real prize. The 5-star weapons reportedly featured are Frostbite Greatsword (Emille’s signature claymore) and Jadefall’s Splendor (Baizhu’s catalyst). Frostbite comes with a crit damage substat and a passive that boosts Cryo damage when enemies are frozen, which makes it perfect for Emille but less useful outside of freeze teams.
The 4-star pool is shaping up to be solid, with weapons like Sacrificial Bow, Favonius Lance, and Lion’s Roar making a return. If you’re missing key supports or need energy recharge options, the 4-star banner might quietly be the MVP here.
Should you pull on the weapon banner? Only if you’re planning to max out Emille or Baizhu. Otherwise, it’s a risky gamble—especially if you already have strong universal weapons.
You should pull if:
You should probably pass if:
If you’re sitting on a stockpile of Primogems but aren’t emotionally attached to these characters, it might be smarter to skip and save. Genshin’s banner cycle is fast, and new game-changers are always a few patches away.
One thing to keep in mind: leaks suggest Raiden Shogun or Hu Tao could rerun in 5.8. If either of those characters is on your wishlist, passing on 5.7 might be the patient (and rewarding) play.
Additionally, 5.8 may introduce new Fontaine characters or weapons, setting the stage for the next big meta shift. If you’ve been burned by pulling impulsively in past patches (looking at you, Dehya banner survivors), you know the sting of spending too soon.
There’s also chatter about a Hydro claymore user arriving in 5.9, so if you’re short on Hydro units, it might be worth holding out a little longer.
Let’s be practical. If you’re free-to-play or low-spending, every gem counts. It takes 14,400 Primogems for a guaranteed 5-star at soft pity. Do you have enough for both 5.7 and a future rerun? Or would splitting your gems leave you stuck in no man’s land?
Don’t forget—events and Spiral Abyss resets can help pad your stash, but probably not enough for multiple 5-star guarantees unless you’ve been hoarding since the last big patch.
Before pulling, check your Primogem budget. If you’re under 90 wishes and don’t plan to buy Welkin or the Battle Pass, pulling now could lock you out of future banners.
So… pull or pass? Here’s the takeaway:
At the end of the day, Genshin’s banners are as much about who you love as who’s meta. If Emille’s design, story, or playstyle speaks to you, go for it! If not? There’s no harm in holding back.
It’s easy to get swept up in the hype when a new banner drops. But your Primogems are precious, and spending wisely today can set you up for bigger wins tomorrow. Whether you’re pulling or passing, the most important thing is to feel good about your choice.
And remember—there’s always another banner coming.
