Genshin Impact 7.1 Anniversary Rewards: How to Claim Both Free 5-Star Characters

Genshin Impact Version 7.1 arrives on September 23 with one of the most useful anniversary packages the game has offered: two separate 5-star character selections, 1,600 Primogems, 10 Intertwined Fates, and a reset of the first top-up bonus for Genesis Crystals. The headline sounds simple, but the rewards do not all come from the same screen and one of the character choices is tied to Archon Quest progress. Knowing the difference matters, especially if you are returning for the anniversary or saving for Vesna, Vodyanitsa, Skirk, or Escoffier.

When Version 7.1 and the anniversary rewards begin

The official Version 7.1 Benefits Overview confirms that the update launches on September 23. Genshin Impact's anniversary falls on September 28, so players should not expect every reward to appear in one bundle immediately after maintenance. Check the Events menu and in-game Mail after the update, then follow the displayed countdown for your server.

The two character selectors are available during Version 7.1 and are listed through November 3, based on the published benefits information. Treat the in-game deadline shown on your account as final because daily reset times differ by server. Claiming early is sensible, but choosing early is not required. You can review your roster, test the new banners, and decide before confirming a selector.

The two free 5-star selectors are separate rewards

Version 7.1 does not ask you to choose between a limited 5-star and a standard 5-star. Eligible players can receive both.

The limited-character invitation offers one of six characters: Tartaglia, Nilou, Baizhu, Chiori, Clorinde, or Varesa. This invitation is unlocked by completing the Version 7.1 Archon Quest. The standard-character selector is available after logging in during the event period and offers Jean, Diluc, Qiqi, Mona, Tighnari, Keqing, Dehya, or Yumemizuki Mizuki. It does not share the Archon Quest requirement.

Both rewards grant the selected character directly, so they do not consume wishes, change your pity count, or alter a 50/50 guarantee. The published benefits also include enough ascension materials to raise each selected character to Level 60. That removes part of the early farming burden, although talents, weapons, artifacts, and higher ascensions still need their usual materials.

Choosing from the six limited 5-star characters

There is no single correct choice for every account. A character who fills a missing role usually creates more value than a constellation for someone you already own.

Varesa suits players looking for an Electro on-field damage dealer with strong movement and exploration utility. Baizhu brings healing, interruption resistance, and Dendro application, making him a comfortable option for Bloom, Hyperbloom, Aggravate, and other Dendro teams. Nilou transforms Bloom into a specialized playstyle with excellent multi-target damage, but her best passive requires teams built only with Hydro and Dendro characters.

Clorinde is an Electro on-field damage dealer who works especially well in Aggravate and other reaction teams. Chiori provides off-field Geo damage and becomes more attractive when your account already uses Geo constructs or wants a low-field-time sub-damage dealer. Tartaglia offers rapid on-field Hydro application and remains a strong driver for International-style teams, although his cooldown management rewards practice.

If two options seem equally appealing, compare their team cost. Baizhu can solve survival and Dendro application at once, while Nilou may ask you to build an entirely new roster. Chiori and Tartaglia can be excellent, but they shine most when their teammates and rotations are already available. Pick for the teams you will actually play, not for a theoretical ranking.

Choosing from the eight standard 5-star characters

The standard selector is a chance to fill a practical gap or secure a favorite without relying on a lost 50/50. Jean combines team healing with Anemo utility. Diluc is a straightforward Pyro damage dealer. Qiqi offers very high healing, while Mona supports burst-focused setups with Hydro application and her Omen effect.

Tighnari is a reliable quick-swap Dendro damage dealer for Quicken teams. Keqing is a fast Electro carry who benefits greatly from Aggravate. Dehya adds interruption resistance, damage mitigation, and off-field Pyro application in selected teams. Yumemizuki Mizuki offers an Anemo catalyst playstyle centered on Swirl and team sustain.

For newer accounts, a new character normally expands team options more than an early constellation. For established accounts, a key constellation may be reasonable if every missing option would remain unused. Before confirming, check whether your chosen character needs teammates, weapons, or regional materials that you can realistically build. The included Level 60 materials help, but they do not finish the build.

Turning 1,600 Primogems and 10 Intertwined Fates into a 20-pull plan

The anniversary package includes 1,600 Primogems and 10 Intertwined Fates. Since one event wish costs 160 Primogems, 1,600 Primogems equals another 10 wishes. Together, the two rewards represent 20 limited-banner pulls before counting maintenance compensation, event rewards, exploration, quests, or your current balance.

Do not assume all 20 pulls arrive on September 23. The official overview confirms the totals, while the live Events menu and Mail provide the exact distribution schedule. Leave expired Version 7.1 livestream codes out of your budget; those redemption codes ended on September 15.

A useful count starts with current pity, adds guaranteed Fates and Primogems, then keeps weapon-banner funds separate. The free character selectors do not move pity, so they should never be entered as wishes in your calculation.

What the Genesis Crystal first top-up reset changes

Version 7.1 resets the first top-up bonus for Genesis Crystal purchase tiers. After the reset is live, a tier whose original double bonus was already used can become eligible for its first-purchase bonus again. The reset does not double Genesis Crystals already in your account, and it is separate from Blessing of the Welkin Moon.

There is no need to spend in order to receive the free anniversary rewards. If you already planned to buy Genesis Crystals, open the in-game Crystal Top-Up screen after the update and confirm the bonus shown for the exact tier before paying. Regional pricing and available purchase methods can vary. Players using Treabar's Genshin Impact top-up page should also verify the selected region, product, fulfillment instructions, and final live offer before checkout.

Building a Version 7.1 pull plan around the free rewards

According to the Version 7.1 release information, the first phase features Vesna and Vodyanitsa, while the second phase features Skirk and Escoffier. Start with the character you want most, then judge whether your free selector already covers the same role.

If you choose Varesa or Clorinde, for example, another on-field damage dealer may be less urgent than a support. If you choose Baizhu, a team that previously lacked sustain may become ready without another banner pull. Save enough for your highest-priority target before considering constellations or weapons, and wait for live trials before making a final decision. Anniversary rewards improve the budget, but they do not remove the risk of reaching hard pity.

Frequently asked questions

Can I claim both free 5-star characters in Version 7.1?

Yes. The limited invitation and the standard selector are separate benefits. You can claim one character from each pool if you meet the relevant conditions before the event ends.

Does either free 5-star change pity or the 50/50?

No. Both characters are direct grants, not Event Wishes. Your character-banner pity and guarantee remain unchanged.

Do I need to complete the Version 7.1 Archon Quest for both selectors?

No. Archon Quest completion is required for the six-character limited invitation. The eight-character standard selector is tied to logging in during the event period.

When do the selectors expire?

The published event information lists November 3 in server time. Check the countdown on your own server before confirming, since reset times differ by region.

Are the Version 7.1 livestream Primogem codes still active?

No. The special-program codes expired on September 15. Do not include them in a current anniversary wish budget.