Genshin Impact enthusiasts, get ready to welcome Chiori, the fashion-forward character from Inazuma, as she steps into the limelight in Version 4.5. In a recent story teaser released by HoYoverse, players were treated to a sneak peek into the no-nonsense personality that defines Chiori’s journey from Inazuma to Fontaine.
Originally hailing from Inazuma, Chiori made the bold move to Fontaine to establish herself as a fashion designer and clothier. In the cutthroat world of fashion within the Court of Fontaine, she wielded both her swordsmanship skills and her blunt personality to carve her niche. Chiori quickly captured the hearts of the Genshin Impact community during the Fontinalia Film Festival event in Version 4.3, thanks to her chemistry with characters like Ayato and Chevreuse.
Fans have been teased with glimpses of Chiori since Version 3.7, and her role as a fashion designer is not just a backstory; she is canonically responsible for crafting the outfits of various playable characters, including Kirara, Lyney, Lynette, and Navia. To add a practical twist to her vocation, players sporting alternate outfits or glider skins will experience increased movement speed when Chiori is part of their team.
In anticipation of Chiori’s debut on the Event Banners for Genshin Impact Version 4.5, HoYoverse treated players to a story teaser that delves into the character’s persona. These teasers often serve to provide insights into a character’s background and motivations, and Chiori’s story centers around a simple theme: challenging the notion that the customer is always right.
The video showcases Chiori’s pursuit of her own sense of justice, epitomized by her departure for Fontaine. In contrast to her experience in Inazuma, where she faced criticism for not prioritizing a privileged customer, the Chioriya Boutique operates on a “first come, first served” policy. Chiori, representing another dimension of Fontaine’s society, aligns with the central theme of justice prevalent in the region.
From a gameplay perspective, Chiori is a 5-star Geo character who wields swords as her weapon of choice. As the second Geo Sword user after Albedo and the third character to dual wield in combat, she promises to bring a unique dynamic to the game. While expected to shine in Geo teams alongside characters like Navia, Chiori’s versatility makes her compatible with various Geo setups, including Itto, Gorou, and Zhongli cores. Her primary role is as a formidable damage support scaling with both DEF and ATK, with the potential to become an on-field character at higher constellations.
Get ready to make your wishes come true, as Chiori becomes available for pulls starting March 13, 2024. Don’t miss the chance to add this stylish and powerful character to your Genshin Impact roster, and also keep an eye out for the opportunity to pull for Itto on the same banner. Happy