Skirk’s long-awaited debut takes shape in the Genshin Impact 5.7 drip marketing, confirming her as a Cryo Sword wielder. Her icy precision and mysterious ties to Childe have already stirred excitement across the community, setting the stage for a chilling addition to Teyvat’s roster.
Skirk Drip Marketing in Genshin Impact
Skirk’s official drip marketing for Genshin Impact 5.7 confirms her as a Cryo character wielding a sword, matching long-standing community theories about her combat style. The artwork highlights her controlled demeanor and icy precision, hinting at a disciplined fighting technique shaped by her time in the Abyss. This reveal builds excitement for players awaiting her debut, as it strengthens narrative ties between Fontaine’s storylines and the mysterious world of the Abyss.
Skirk has been revealed to be a 5-star Cryo character with the Sword weapon type in Genshin Impact. She has been one of the most anticipated characters since her first appearance during the All Devouring Narwhal boss fight.
With her drip marketing released, Skirk is all set to feature in the upcoming Genshin Impact 5.7. Her Drip Marketing reveals some interesting details, mentioning that venturing into the universe and abyss are the same, in terms of braving the dark unknown.
In the days after the underground civilization collapsed, upon a patch of unremembered, scorched earth- The one who despised destiny plucked a young girl from the hand of fate. Once she had grown up, she too saved a child ensnared by providence. How good it would be, if warmth could be the measure of all things, if all tales could end in joy… Yet the road ahead is uncertain, the sights beyond unknown.
The Drip Marketing also gives us a glimpse of Skirk’s past and reveals that she might be the first clue to unravel all the questions the players have about the origin of Teyvat.
Genshin Impact Skirk: Release Date
Skirk is expected to arrive with the Genshin Impact 5.7 update, which is projected to release in late May 2026 based on
Skirk will arrive with the Genshin Impact 5.7 update, expected to be released around June 18, 2025.
With her Drip Marketing order in mind, she will likely feature in the first half banners. With Skirk’s release date confirmed in Genshin Impact, you should start saving on Primogems to spend on her banners.
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When is Skirk’s release date in version 5.7
Skirk released on June 18, 2025, in Genshin Impact Version 5.7 Phase 1.
Release Schedule
Version 5.7 launched globally on June 18, 2025, at 11:00 AM (UTC+8), coinciding with server maintenance ending around that time in most regions. Skirk’s banner ran from June 18 to July 8, 2025, alongside Shenhe rerun and 4-star Dahlia.
Time Zone Breakdown
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Americas (e.g., ET): June 17, 2025, evening (post-maintenance).
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Europe (e.g., CET): June 18, 2025, early morning.
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Asia (e.g., UTC+8): June 18, 2025, 11:00 AM.
Her signature weapon banner aligned with this Phase 1 period.
What are Skirk’s banner dates and pity schedule
Skirk’s debut banner ran from June 18, 2025, to July 8, 2025, in Genshin Impact Version 5.7 Phase 1.
Banner Details
The “Void Star’s Advent” banner featured 5-star Skirk alongside 4-stars Dahlia, Candace, and Diona, sharing a Wish counter with Shenhe’s rerun banner during this period. It included her signature weapon via the Epitome Invocation, with standard 5-star characters also possible but no other event exclusives.
Pity System
Genshin’s standard pity guarantees a 5-star at 90 pulls (0.6% base rate, soft pity ~74th pull), and a 4-star at 10 pulls (~3.3% character rate). Skirk had 50% chance on first 5-star (guaranteed next if missed); 4-stars had 50% featured odds, with guarantees carrying over. As of January 2026, no rerun is active-check in-game for current schedules.
