Getting a guaranteed 5-star character in Genshin Impact is something every player dreams about, and I’m here to break down exactly how the pity system works to help you achieve that goal.
Understanding the Pity System
Let’s start with the basics – Genshin Impact has a “pity” mechanic that guarantees you’ll get a 5-star character after a certain number of wishes. For character event banners, you’re guaranteed a 5-star pull by your 90th wish if you haven’t gotten one before then. However, most players actually get their 5-star around the 75-80 wish mark due to “soft pity,” where the drop rates significantly increase.
The 50/50 System
Here’s where it gets interesting – when you pull a 5-star on a character event banner, there’s a 50% chance it will be the featured character and a 50% chance it will be one of the standard 5-star characters (like Jean or Diluc). If you lose the 50/50 and get a standard character, your next 5-star is guaranteed to be the featured character. This carries over between banners, making it a powerful planning tool.
Tips for Maximizing Your Chances
1. Save your Primogems and only wish on banners featuring characters you really want
2. Keep track of your pity count using the banner history
3. Consider buying Welkin Moon for extra Primogems if you’re a light spender
4. Complete daily commissions and events religiously
5. Don’t waste Primogems on the standard banner
Planning Your Wishes
The key to getting your desired 5-star is patience and planning. I always recommend saving at least 180 wishes (28,800 Primogems) before pulling on a banner if you absolutely must have the character. This ensures you can reach guaranteed pity even if you lose the 50/50 first.
F2P Strategy
As a free-to-play player, you can earn roughly 60-70 wishes per version update if you complete all events and dailies. This means you can typically guarantee a 5-star character every 2-3 updates if you save diligently. Focus on upcoming banners that interest you and start saving well in advance.
Final Thoughts
Remember, getting a guaranteed 5-star character is a marathon, not a sprint. By understanding the pity system and planning your resources carefully, you can ensure you’ll get the characters you want most. Keep an eye on leaks and announcements to plan your wishes effectively, and don’t get discouraged if you lose a 50/50 – it just means your next 5-star is guaranteed to be the banner character!
