Cloud Retainer, the Much-Anticipated Genshin Impact Character, May Debut in Version 4.4, Leaks Suggest

Leaked information in the Genshin Impact community hints at Cloud Retainer, a highly-anticipated character, potentially making her debut in the upcoming Version 4.4. Although she currently serves as an NPC in the game, players have been eagerly awaiting her playable version.

Cloud Retainer is closely associated with the Liyue region and has appeared in various Archon, Story, and World Quests. The leak aligns with expectations since Version 4.4 typically hosts the Lantern Rite Festival, which takes place in the Geo nation, further tying her release to this update. Adepti like Cloud Retainer serve the Geo Archon, Morax, also known as the Prime Adepti.

A previous Genshin Impact video showcased Cloud Retainer’s human form, suggesting she could have a unique transformation mechanic. She would join the ranks of other Adepti characters, such as Zhongli and Ganyu, who have transitioned from NPC to playable characters.

Considering HoYoverse’s update schedule, Version 4.4 is expected around mid-January. The absence of Cloud Retainer in recent Fontaine teasers suggests she might not appear in the Hydro nation and could debut as part of the highly-anticipated Liyue expansion, potentially bridging the gap between the Geo and Fontaine regions.

Fans eagerly await more information as they anticipate Cloud Retainer’s official arrival in the game.