The version 7.2 update for Genshin Impact, dubbed “Hour of Ruin,” will launch on November 4, developer miHoYo announced. The update sees the seven nations of Teyvat unite in a collective effort to avert the destruction of civilization. As the energy fluctuations of the Nails of Retribution grow increasingly violent, mysterious pillars of light appear across Teyvat, heralding the onset of the Holy Soil phenomenon and plunging each nation into severe crisis. Players will join forces with the Archons, Neuvillette, and allies across Teyvat to confront this unprecedented peril. Two familiar faces will also join the playable roster this version: Mitya and Valeriy, who will bring further enhancements to Stellar-Conduct reactions. In addition, a new region in eastern Snezhnaya opens for exploration, where players can board the railway to Novokitezhgrad and journey east to Wingspan Peak, which unfurls like a gigantic wing. Beyond exploration, players will help Snezhnaya confront the Holy Soil phenomenon unleashed by Ronova, utilizing new Prime Ice Constructs and two elemental shotguns to neutralize the hazards of contaminated Kresnik Kristall deposits while unearthing more of the nation’s past. Meanwhile, new Meeting Point quests follow Danica on a clandestine cleanup assignment for the Tsaritsa in Novokitezhgrad and Mitya as he investigates the soil near Teplo Oasis, their separate paths destined to cross unexpectedly. In addition, a colossal creature from the ocean depths also awaits challengers in Novokitezhgrad. Long known as an optimistic scientist with the courage to defy the Heavenly Principles, Mitya joins the playable roster as a 5-star Electro Catalyst wielder. While in the party, he converts the team’s Superconduct reactions into Stellar-Conduct reactions, boosting the entire party’s Stellar-Conduct DMG while accumulating special energy. Pressing his Elemental Skill releases this energy to deal periodic Stellar-Conduct DMG to nearby enemies based on the amount stored, while holding the Skill consumes it to unleash a rapid flurry of enhanced Charged Attacks, enabling him to shift seamlessly between off-field and on-field roles. His Elemental Burst deals AoE Electro DMG and generates additional special energy, sustaining his rotations through prolonged battles. In certain areas of Snezhnaya, his detection device allows him to detect hidden enemies and track their movements, making him a valuable addition to any party. Completing the Archon Quest within the designated period grants players 560 Primogems and Character Ascension Materials for Mitya, while tackling the latest Secret Tsarist Assignments yields additional rewards, including a Snezhnaya-themed Wind Glider.
