These banners aren't just about pulling powerful units—they deepen your immersion in the world's lore. Zhongli, the Geo Archon once known as Rex Lapis, embodies Liyue's ancient contracts and elemental balance, offering players a chance to explore narratives of divine oversight and human ambition that echo the gods' watch from Celestia.
Gentry of Hermitage: Zhongli's Return
The "Gentry of Hermitage" Wish boosts Zhongli alongside 4-stars Rosaria, Shenhe, and Yun Jin. If you're building teams around Geo constructs or shielding, this is your window—Zhongli's unbreakable shields and petrification bursts reshape battles against Teyvat's corrupted forces, letting you forge paths through ruins and fortresses with unyielding defense.
Why Does Zhongli Matter for Lore Enthusiasts?
Zhongli's story uncovers secrets of the Archon War and Celestia's selections, enriching role-playing as you delve into Liyue's jade pavilions and forgotten technologies. Pairing him with Shenhe adds layers to exorcist tales, enhancing narrative progression in your adventures.
The Hearth's Ashen Shadow: Arlecchino's Spotlight
Meanwhile, "The Hearth's Ashen Shadow" features Arlecchino with boosted rates for Rosaria, Yun Jin, and likely Xianyun. As a Fatui Harbinger tied to the House of the Hearth, she brings shadowy intrigue to your party, her Pyro infusions and bond mechanics reflecting themes of greed and splintered civilizations in Snezhnaya's harsh environs.
How Do These Banners Impact Team Building?
Arlecchino excels in overload reactions, opening new strategies for exploring Sakura woods or gothic towers. Combined with the Epitome Invocation's Crimson Moon's Semblance polearm, these pulls could shift your approach to elemental puzzles and boss fights, uncovering more of Teyvat's magical universe.
Mark November 11, 2025, on your calendar—these wishes maintain the balance of power in your journey, blending combat depth with lore that keeps the world from splintering further.