The gacha system in Genshin Impact has created quite a few legendary tales of players chasing after their dream characters, but when it comes to the most elusive character, C6 Qiqi takes the crown for being notoriously difficult to obtain.
Why Qiqi Is Considered the Hardest to Get
While you might think limited 5-star characters would be the hardest to obtain, Qiqi presents a unique challenge because she’s part of the standard banner pool. Unlike limited characters who have dedicated banners where you can target them specifically, Qiqi can only be obtained through losing 50/50 pity on character banners or through standard wishes.
The Mathematics Behind the Challenge
Getting a specific standard 5-star character is incredibly challenging because:
– There’s no rate-up mechanism for standard characters
– You’re competing with other standard 5-stars like Mona, Keqing, and Diluc
– Weapons are also included in the standard banner pool
– The base rate for any 5-star is only 0.6%
The “Qiqi Curse”
Ironically, while Qiqi is statistically one of the hardest characters to specifically target, she’s become infamous in the community for appearing when players least want her. Many players jokingly refer to losing their 50/50 pity to Qiqi as being “Qiqi’d” – a phenomenon that’s particularly frustrating when you’re trying to get a limited banner character.
Strategic Approaches to Character Collection
If you’re trying to collect specific characters in Genshin Impact, here’s what I usually recommend to friends:
– Save primogems for guaranteed pity on limited banners
– Don’t chase standard banner characters specifically
– Plan around character reruns
– Consider the weapon banner only if you’re a whale
A Personal Note on Gacha Strategy
I’ve seen countless players fall into the trap of trying to specifically obtain standard banner characters like Qiqi. Trust me, it’s better to let these characters come naturally while focusing your resources on limited banners where you have more control over the outcome. Think of standard banner characters as pleasant surprises rather than primary targets.
Remember, while Qiqi might be statistically the hardest to intentionally obtain, the true challenge in Genshin Impact isn’t getting any single character – it’s managing your resources wisely to build the team you want. The game is ultimately about enjoying the journey, not just collecting specific characters.
