What You Need to Know About the Anniversary Event
So Version 6.0 hits on September 10, 2025, and the anniversary festivities run until October 21-22 (the actual anniversary is September 28th, if you’re keeping track). Getting access is pretty straightforward – you just need to finish “The Outlander Who Caught the Wind” prologue, then navigate to the Event Screen and find the 5th Anniversary event. Click “Invite Character” and you’re golden.
Here’s your roster of choices: Diluc, Jean, Qiqi, Mona, Keqing, Tighnari, Dehya, and the newcomer Yumemizuki Mizuki (she’s an Anemo DPS, which is… interesting). The selector’s actually pretty smart – it’ll show you if you already own any of these characters and what constellation level they’re at before you make your final pick.
Breaking Down the Character Tiers (From Someone Who’s Tested Them All)
The S-Tier Picks You Can’t Go Wrong With
Tighnari is hands down your strongest DPS option here. I’ve been running him since his release, and his Dendro Spread reactions are just chef’s kiss. What I love about Tighnari is that he performs incredibly well from early game all the way to endgame content, and you don’t need his signature weapon to make him shine. His key power spikes come at C1, C2, C4, and C6 – but even at C0, he’s a monster. Pair him with Yae Miko or Fischl for Electro support and watch enemies melt.
Jean – now here’s where things get interesting. Her value has absolutely skyrocketed if you own Furina. That instant team-wide healing completely counters Furina’s HP drain mechanic, which has made her essential in my Furina comps. Plus, she brings solid Anemo support through Viridescent Venerer. Her C2 adds some nice ATK speed buffs, and C4? That Anemo resistance shred is genuinely valuable for Anemo DPS teams.
The A-Tier Solid Choices
Mona remains the premier damage buffer in the game through her Elemental Burst’s Omen effect. If you’re into those satisfying one-shot compilations (and let’s be honest, who isn’t?), she’s essential. Her Hydro application works beautifully for Vaporize and Freeze reactions, and that alternate sprint actually comes in handy for water exploration.
Yumemizuki Mizuki brings something genuinely unique to the table with her automatic Swirl mechanics. Her HP-based Elemental Burst deals solid AoE damage while keeping your team healthy. She absolutely shines in multi-target scenarios, though she struggles a bit with single-target content – something I noticed during my Spiral Abyss testing.
B-Tier: Situational But Not Bad
Keqing can be quite viable in Aggravate teams, especially with Nahida support. Her fast-paced combat feels great, and that teleport is useful for exploration. The thing is, newer Electro DPS characters like Clorinde have kind of left her in the dust performance-wise.
Diluc is still a solid beginner DPS choice. Actually, he’s gotten significantly better in Plunge teams with Xianyun and Furina – that’s been a pleasant surprise. The Claymore utility for breaking ores and shields is nice, but he does require some substantial 5-star investment to really shine in current content.
Dehya offers interruption resistance and damage mitigation, which sounds good on paper. In practice? Her personal damage is low and her mechanics feel clunky. She has some niche Pyro application synergy with Arlecchino, but generally, I can’t recommend her over the other options.
Qiqi heals exceptionally well – probably too well, honestly. The problem is she lacks utility beyond HP restoration. Those long cooldowns and poor Cryo application make her inferior to 4-star alternatives like Bennett or Diona in most situations.
Your Selection Strategy (Based on Where You Are in the Game)
If You’re New to Genshin
Go with Tighnari. Trust me on this one – he’s straightforward to play, fills that crucial DPS role, and remains relevant in endgame content. Jean would be my second choice for that healing and Anemo support versatility. Mona provides excellent scaling damage amplification as you progress.
Mid-Game Players: Fill Those Gaps
This is where you really need to think about your roster gaps and team optimization. If you own Furina, Jean becomes incredibly valuable for that synergistic healing. Also consider constellation value here – Jean’s C2 and C4 provide meaningful team buffs, while Tighnari’s C1 and C2 offer substantial DPS increases.
Endgame Veterans: It’s All About Optimization
You’re probably looking at constellation upgrades or collection completion at this point. Jean’s C4 is genuinely valuable for Anemo DPS teams (thinking Xiao or Wanderer here). Yumemizuki Mizuki offers some unique mechanics to explore if you’re into experimenting. Really evaluate your specific roster deficiencies.
Team Synergies That Actually Work
The Combinations I Keep Coming Back To
Tighnari Quicken Teams: My go-to is Tighnari + Yae Miko + Nahida + Zhongli for premium Spread reactions. On a budget? Fischl + Dendro Traveler + Kirara works surprisingly well.
Jean Support Teams: She enables Viridescent Venerer support across pretty much any elemental composition. And for Furina teams? She’s become essential for that healing utility.
Mona Amplification: She fits beautifully into Vaporize and Freeze teams through her Hydro application and that perfectly-timed Elemental Burst for massive damage windows.
Current Spiral Abyss Reality Check
Tighnari absolutely excels against current enemy lineups through those Dendro reactions. Jean’s value has increased dramatically with Furina’s popularity – that healing enables aggressive playstyles while maintaining the survivability needed for optimal clear times.
Actually, looking ahead to Version 6.0’s new Lunar Reaction mechanics and the Nod-Krai region, flexible characters like Jean and Tighnari will likely adapt well to whatever new systems we get. Anemo characters might gain even more exploration utility through environmental challenges.
Investment Requirements (And How Not to Waste Resources)
What You’re Actually Signing Up For
Tighnari needs Nilotpala Lotus and Jadeplume Terrorshroom materials from Sumeru – not exactly beginner-friendly if you haven’t unlocked that region yet. He uses Teachings of Admonition (available Tuesdays, Fridays, and Sundays). The good news? He performs excellently with 4-star bows like Stringless or Prototype Crescent.
Jean is much more accessible – Dandelion Seeds and Anemo Hypostasis materials are right there in Mondstadt. She requires Teachings of Resistance and has great weapon flexibility. Amenoma Kageuchi (craftable), Favonius Sword, or Primordial Jade Cutter all work well.
Don’t Make These Mistakes
Here’s what I see people mess up constantly: Don’t pick duplicates unless you’re targeting specific power spike constellations like Jean’s C4 or Tighnari’s C2. Don’t chase the meta blindly – a lower-tier character filling a crucial role in your roster provides way more value than another DPS you won’t use. And please, consider your playstyle preferences alongside meta strength. You’ll have way more fun with a character you actually enjoy playing.
The Real Value Here
Let’s be honest about what this selector represents. The standard banner offers no rate-up guarantees for these characters, and Chronicled Wish banners rarely feature them. This anniversary selector is equivalent to winning a 50/50 on the standard banner – we’re talking significant monetary value compared to gacha acquisition that could require hundreds of dollars with zero guarantees.
Your Burning Questions, Answered
What characters can I actually choose from? Eight total: Diluc, Jean, Qiqi, Mona, Keqing, Tighnari, Dehya, and the new Yumemizuki Mizuki. This is the largest pool we’ve ever seen in an anniversary selector.
Just tell me the best characters to pick. Tighnari for top-tier Dendro DPS, Jean for Furina synergy and healing utility, Mona for damage buffing. But honestly, it depends on your roster gaps and what you actually enjoy playing.
I’m completely new – what should I prioritize? Generally Tighnari for that DPS carry potential. Jean offers excellent healer-support hybrid value. Look at your current roster – pick Tighnari if you need DPS, Jean if you need healing and support utility.
Which choice has the best long-term value? Jean and Tighnari offer the strongest longevity in my experience. Jean’s healing remains essential across all content types, and her Anemo support adapts to pretty much anything. Tighnari’s position as the premier Dendro DPS provides sustained value as long as Dendro reactions remain powerful (which they will).
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