Fresh leaks about Natlan's beloved veterinarian Ifa have ignited heated discussions across the Genshin Impact community, revealing his complete gameplay kit ahead of the Version 5.6 update. According to credible sources on the Genshin Impact Leaks subreddit, this Anemo catalyst user's mechanics center around the unique 'Nightsoul Blessing' state – but many Travelers express disappointment over his perceived lack of originality. 🤔 With HoYoverse recently introducing the similarly themed five-star healer Mizuki in Version 5.4, players question why we're getting another on-field Swirl-focused catalyst support so soon. Though lore enthusiasts highlight potential synergy with pyro warrior Ororon, the overwhelming sentiment suggests Ifa might become just another niche four-star overshadowed by existing Anemo units like Kazuha or Jean.
🔬 Ifa's Complete Kit Breakdown
Leaked details paint a clear picture of Ifa's combat style as a hybrid healer/sub-DPS:
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Normal Attack - Herbal Whispers: Three consecutive Anemo strikes generating 80 Nightsoul points and activating the Nightsoul Blessing state. Simple yet effective for energy generation!
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Elemental Skill - Medicinal Volley:
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Tap: Fires a single healing bullet restoring party HP while dealing Anemo damage 🌀
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Hold: Rapidly shoots multiple medicinal bullets (great for sustained healing during boss fights)
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Nightsoul Enhancement: Holding skill during Blessing state triggers a powerful plunging attack with unique visual effects!
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Elemental Burst - Therapeutic Field Sedative: Creates an expanding Anemo field that explodes twice – first pulling enemies into a vortex, then applying 'Binding Wind Marks' to up to four targets. These marks detonate after delay when affected by Hydro/Pyro/Cryo/Electro, enabling explosive Swirl reactions!
⚠️ Why Fans Are Frustrated
Despite creative mechanics, three major pain points dominate discussions:
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Fifth Anemo Catalyst Character: Repeating a weapon/element combo already used by Sucrose, Heizou, Wanderer, and Sayu reduces novelty 😩
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Suspected 4-Star Status: Kit description length and lack of 'game-changing' mechanics strongly hint at lower rarity, disappointing those hoping for a meta-defining five-star
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Mizuki Deja Vu: Arriving right after Version 5.4's on-field Swirl healer makes Ifa feel like repetitive design instead of innovative gameplay
✨ Silver Linings & Synergy Potential
Not all hope is lost! Lore-wise, Ifa's deep friendship with Ororon suggests killer team synergy:
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Ororon's pyro infusion could constantly trigger Ifa's Burst marks for massive overload damage
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Healing mechanics complement Ororon's presumed aggressive playstyle
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Early theorycrafters speculate they might share artifact sets or weapon types 💡
📅 Release Timeline Expectations
If Ifa debuts on the first banner cycle of Version 5.6 (following HoYoverse's pattern), Travelers can expect his arrival around May 7, 2025. That gives you three weeks to farm Mora and Hero's Wit!
❓ People Also Ask
- Q: Will Ifa be better than Jean or Sayu?
A: Unlikely – his kit lacks Jean's cleanse or Sayu's mobility, focusing more on reaction triggers.
- Q: Can Ifa replace Kazuha?
A: No! He lacks crowd control buffs and elemental damage bonuses that make Kazuha universal.
- Q: What artifacts suit Ifa?
A: Viridescent Venerer for Swirl support or Ocean-Hued Clam for hybrid healing builds.
- Q: Is he worth pulling for F2P players?
A: Only if you need an Anemo healer and lack Jean/Sayu – otherwise save for five-stars.
What's your take, Travelers? Does Ifa's veterinary charm outweigh his uninspired kit design, or should HoYoverse have cooked up something truly unique for Natlan's first Anemo character? 🐾 Let the debate begin in the comments!
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