Does Standard Banner Ruin Pity in Genshin Impact? A Comprehensive Guide
No, the Standard Banner in Genshin Impact does not ruin your pity for other banners. Each banner type – Character Event Banners, Weapon Event Banners, and the Standard Banner – maintains its own independent pity counter. Pulls on one banner do not affect the pity count of any other banner. You can wish on the Standard Banner without fear of impacting your chances on limited-time banners.
Understanding the Pity System in Genshin Impact
The pity system in Genshin Impact is designed to guarantee that players receive high-rarity items (both characters and weapons) within a specific number of wishes. This system consists of two main components: hard pity and soft pity.
Hard Pity
Hard pity is the maximum number of wishes required to guarantee a 5-star item. For the Standard Banner and Character Event Banners, this number is 90. For the Weapon Event Banner, the hard pity is 80. If you reach the hard pity, your next wish will result in a 5-star item.
Soft Pity
Soft pity is a less explicit mechanic where the probability of obtaining a 5-star item increases significantly after a certain number of wishes. While HoYoverse (the game developer) doesn’t officially disclose the exact starting point, community research suggests soft pity begins around the 75th wish on the Standard and Character Event Banners. The probability ramps up dramatically from this point until you hit hard pity. Soft pity also exists in the weapon banner and is around the 65th wish.
Pity Carryover
A crucial aspect of the pity system is that pity carries over between banners of the same type. This means that if you make 70 wishes on a Character Event Banner and the banner ends, those 70 wishes will count towards your pity on the next Character Event Banner. However, pity does not carry over between different types of banners. Wishes on the Standard Banner will only contribute to the Standard Banner’s pity counter and will not affect the counters on Character Event or Weapon Event Banners.
The 50/50 System
Character Event Banners also have a 50/50 system in place. When you obtain a 5-star character on a Character Event Banner, there’s a 50% chance it will be the featured character. If you don’t get the featured character (i.e., you “lose” the 50/50), the next 5-star character you pull on that banner is guaranteed to be the featured character. This guarantee carries over between Character Event Banners. This 50/50 mechanic does not affect the standard banner, nor is it affected by it.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are some common questions players have about the Standard Banner and its impact on the pity system:
1. Does pulling on a Standard Banner reset pity on other banners?
No, pulling on the Standard Banner does not reset the pity on any other banner. Each banner type has its own independent pity counter.
2. Does getting a 5-star on the Standard Banner reset pity?
Yes, obtaining a 5-star item on the Standard Banner resets the pity counter for that banner only. The pity counter on other banners remains unaffected.
3. Does the Standard Banner count towards the 50/50 on Character Event Banners?
No, the Standard Banner and Character Event Banners are completely separate. Pulls on the Standard Banner have no impact on the 50/50 guarantee on Character Event Banners.
4. How many wishes are needed for hard pity on the Standard Banner?
The hard pity on the Standard Banner is 90 wishes. This means that you are guaranteed to receive a 5-star character or weapon within 90 wishes.
5. Does soft pity apply to the Standard Banner?
Yes, soft pity also applies to the Standard Banner. While not officially confirmed by HoYoverse, many players report an increased chance of pulling a 5-star item around the 75th wish.
6. Will my pity reset on the Standard Banner if I don’t wish for a long time?
No, your pity on the Standard Banner will not reset simply because you haven’t wished for a long time. Pity only resets when you successfully pull a 5-star item on that banner.
7. Does getting a 4-star on the Standard Banner reset pity?
While obtaining a 4-star character or weapon resets the pity counter for 4-stars, it does not affect the 5-star pity counter. 4-star pity is a separate system that guarantees a 4-star character or weapon within 10 wishes.
8. Can I see my pity count on the Standard Banner?
Yes, you can track your pity count by counting the number of wishes you’ve made on the Standard Banner since your last 5-star pull. The game does not explicitly show the pity count, but you can manually keep track. There are many online tools developed by third parties that can help track this.
9. What happens if I get a 5-star before reaching pity on the Standard Banner?
If you get a 5-star item before reaching the hard pity of 90 wishes, the pity counter resets immediately to zero. The pity system guarantees a 5-star within 90 wishes, but you could obtain one much earlier.
10. Is it worth wishing on the Standard Banner?
Whether it’s worth wishing on the Standard Banner depends on your priorities. If you’re a new player and need more characters and weapons, it can be a good option. However, for veteran players, Character Event Banners often offer more desirable and powerful characters. Also, the characters offered on the Standard Banner can be obtained in the Limited Banners as well.
11. How does the Weapon Banner pity system differ from the Standard Banner?
The Weapon Banner has a lower hard pity of 80 wishes compared to the Standard Banner’s 90. Additionally, the Weapon Banner has a “Epitomized Path” system, where you can choose one of the featured weapons and guarantee that you’ll get it if you reach hard pity.
12. Where can I learn more about game mechanics and educational gaming?
There are great resources online such as the Games Learning Society that has done extensive research on games and learning. You can find more at GamesLearningSociety.org.
13. How many Primogems do I need for 90 wishes on the Standard Banner?
Each wish costs 160 Primogems, so 90 wishes require 14,400 Primogems.
14. Does the Starglitter Exchange affect my pity?
No, exchanging Starglitter in Paimon’s Bargains does not affect your pity count on any banner. Starglitter is obtained from pulling duplicates of characters and weapons, and using it to purchase items is separate from the pity system.
15. Are there any strategies for maximizing my chances on the Standard Banner?
There is not a guaranteed strategy for obtaining 5-star items on the Standard Banner beyond understanding the pity system and wishing responsibly. Save up a significant number of wishes before pulling, so you are guaranteed at least one 5 star item.
By understanding how the pity system works and how it applies to each banner type, you can make informed decisions about where to spend your precious Primogems in Genshin Impact. Remember that the Standard Banner does not affect the pity on other banners, so you can wish on it without fear of ruining your chances on limited-time banners.