The rarest character in Genshin Impact continues to spark passionate debates among players, but Jean actually holds a unique position in terms of statistical rarity, despite being available since the game’s launch.
Why Jean Stands Out as Exceptionally Rare
Unlike limited-time 5-star characters that players can specifically save and wish for during their banners, Jean is part of the standard banner pool. This means there’s no guaranteed way to obtain her – you’re essentially hoping for a lucky pull from a massive pool of characters. What makes this especially challenging is that the standard banner includes both characters and weapons, significantly diluting your chances of pulling Jean specifically.
The Numbers Behind Jean’s Rarity
When we look at the actual statistics, getting Jean requires:
– First hitting the 0.6% chance of pulling a 5-star
– Then having that 5-star be a character rather than a weapon
– Then having that character specifically be Jean among all standard 5-star characters
Many players who’ve been active since launch day still don’t have her, even after thousands of wishes. I’ve personally seen dedicated players go years without pulling Jean, while accumulating multiple copies of other standard 5-star characters.
Other Contenders for Rarest Character
While Jean is statistically rare, some limited-time characters could also claim the “rarest” title:
– Albedo’s first banner had relatively low sales, making him uncommon
– Early limited characters like Klee have had fewer rerun opportunities
– Some newer players may consider characters from early events (like Aloy) to be the rarest since they’re currently unobtainable
The Impact of Banner History
The true rarity of characters can shift over time based on banner reruns and player demographics. A character might be common among day-one players but extremely rare among newer players, or vice versa. The definition of “rarest” really depends on when you started playing and which banners you’ve had access to.
What This Means for Players
If you’re specifically hoping to get Jean, my advice is to not count on getting her through standard wishes alone. While she can technically appear when losing 50/50 on character event banners, there’s no guaranteed path to obtaining her. This uncertainty is part of what makes her one of Genshin Impact’s most elusive characters, even though she’s been available since day one.
Remember, rarity doesn’t necessarily equate to character strength or utility – Jean remains a versatile support character who can fit into many team compositions, which makes her elusiveness all the more interesting to the player base.
