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How Many Wishes Does It Take to Get a 5-Star in Genshin Impact?

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The burning question on every Genshin Impact player’s mind: How many wishes does it really take to pull that coveted 5-star character or weapon? The short answer is, statistically, it takes an average of 62.5 wishes per 5-star. However, this is just an average, and the real answer is a bit more nuanced due to Genshin Impact’s pity system. This system guarantees a 5-star within a certain number of pulls, drastically affecting the actual wish count for many players. Let’s dive deep into understanding how the pity system works and the factors that influence your chances of acquiring those powerful 5-star characters and weapons.

Understanding Genshin Impact’s Pity System

The pity system in Genshin Impact is your safety net, ensuring you eventually receive a 5-star, even if luck isn’t on your side. It operates independently on each banner: Character Event Banners, Weapon Event Banners, and the Standard Banner. Understanding this separation is key to managing your Primogems effectively.

Soft Pity vs. Hard Pity

There are two types of pity: soft pity and hard pity.

Soft Pity: This is where the gacha system subtly increases your chances of pulling a 5-star before hitting the hard pity. While the exact mechanics are not officially disclosed by Hoyoverse, community testing and analysis have revealed that soft pity begins around the 74th wish on character and standard banners, and around the 63rd wish on weapon banners. The probability of pulling a 5-star increases with each wish after this point.
Hard Pity: This is the guaranteed 5-star. On Character and Standard Banners, hard pity is at 90 wishes. This means that if you haven’t pulled a 5-star within 89 wishes, your 90th wish will be a 5-star character or weapon. On Weapon Banners, hard pity is at 80 wishes.

50/50 System on Character Event Banners

Character Event Banners introduce another layer of complexity: the 50/50 system. When you finally pull a 5-star on a character event banner, there’s a 50% chance it will be the featured character, and a 50% chance it will be a standard 5-star character (Diluc, Jean, Keqing, Mona, or Qiqi).

Winning the 50/50: If you get the featured character, congratulations! You’ve “won” the 50/50.
Losing the 50/50: If you get a standard 5-star character, don’t despair! The next 5-star you pull on that same banner is guaranteed to be the featured character. This is known as being “on guarantee.” This guarantee carries over from banner to banner. So if you fail the 50/50 on one banner, your next 5-star on the next character event banner is guaranteed to be that banner’s featured character.

Epitomized Path on Weapon Event Banners

Weapon Event Banners also have a safety net, known as the Epitomized Path. This allows you to choose one of the two featured 5-star weapons. If you don’t get the weapon you chose the first time you get a 5-star weapon, you get an Epitomized Point. The next time you get a 5-star weapon, you are guaranteed to get the weapon you chose. This also carries over to the next banner.

The Epitomized Path ensures that you will obtain one of the two specified 5-star weapons on the banner and helps the weapon banners be more reliable compared to character banners.
Keep in mind that if you do not choose one of the two 5-star weapons at the beginning of pulling, you will not get the Epitomized Point if you pull the other 5-star weapon you did not choose.

Factors Affecting Your Wish Count

Several factors influence how many wishes it will take you to get a 5-star:

Luck: This is the most obvious factor. Some players get lucky and pull 5-stars early, while others hit hard pity more often.
Banner Type: Character and Weapon Banners have different pity systems. Weapon Banners generally require fewer wishes to reach hard pity but have the Epitomized Path system.
Primogem Income: How frequently you earn Primogems affects your wish count. Consistent daily commissions, events, and Spiral Abyss runs will allow you to pull more often.
Starting Point: Knowing where you are in your pity count is crucial. If you pulled a 5-star recently, you know you have a longer way to go before the next one.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How do I check my pity count in Genshin Impact? You can check your pity count by going to the “Wish” screen and selecting “History.” You can see your last few wishes and count how many wishes it has been since your last 5-star pull on each banner type.
Does the pity system reset after getting a 5-star? Yes, the pity count resets to 0 for the specific banner on which you pulled the 5-star. Each banner tracks pity separately.
Does pity carry over between different Character Event Banners? Yes, pity carries over between Character Event Banners. If you don’t reach 90 wishes on one banner, your pity count will continue from where you left off on the next Character Event Banner.
Does pity carry over between different Weapon Event Banners? Yes, pity carries over between Weapon Event Banners. Similarly, if you don’t reach 80 wishes on one banner, your pity count will continue from where you left off on the next Weapon Event Banner.
Does pity carry over between different Standard Banners? Yes, pity carries over between Standard Banners. Your pity count is tracked separately for each banner type, but carries forward between banners of the same type.
What is the difference between a “Limited Character Banner” and a “Character Event Banner”? They are the same thing. “Limited Character Banner” is another term used to refer to “Character Event Banner”, and both refer to the featured character banners that rotate periodically.
What is the “Standard Banner,” and how is it different from Character/Weapon Banners? The Standard Banner, also known as “Wanderlust Invocation”, features a pool of permanent 5-star characters (Diluc, Jean, Keqing, Mona, Qiqi) and 5-star weapons. It does not have rate-up featured characters or weapons, and its pity system is separate from Character and Weapon Event Banners.
Are there any events that increase the 5-star pull rate? Hoyoverse occasionally holds events that offer extra wishes or Primogems, but they rarely, if ever, directly increase the 5-star pull rate itself. They stick to their stated rates.
Is it better to pull in single wishes or ten-pulls? Statistically, there’s no difference. The gacha system calculates each wish independently, regardless of whether it’s a single pull or part of a ten-pull.
How does the Epitomized Path work on Weapon Banners? The Epitomized Path allows you to select one of the featured 5-star weapons. If you don’t get the weapon you chose the first time you get a 5-star weapon, you gain an Epitomized Point. The next time you get a 5-star weapon on that same banner, it is guaranteed to be the weapon you chose. Epitomized Points also carry over to the next Weapon Event Banner.
Can I lose the 50/50 multiple times in a row? Yes, it is statistically possible to lose the 50/50 multiple times in a row. However, after losing the 50/50 once, your next 5-star pull on that banner is guaranteed to be the featured character.
What happens if I get a duplicate 5-star character? If you get a duplicate 5-star character, you receive a Stella Fortuna for that character, which can be used to unlock their Constellations, further enhancing their abilities. You also get a certain amount of Masterless Starglitter, which can be used in the Paimon’s Bargains shop.
What is Masterless Starglitter, and what can I do with it? Masterless Starglitter is a currency obtained from pulling duplicate characters and weapons. It can be used in Paimon’s Bargains shop to purchase items like Fates (for wishing), character ascension materials, and occasionally, limited-time characters or weapons.
How can I maximize my Primogem income as a F2P (free-to-play) player?
- Complete daily commissions.
- Participate in all events.
- Clear Spiral Abyss floors.
- Open chests and complete world quests.
- Redeem promo codes.
- Explore the open world thoroughly.
Is it worth it to spend money on Genshin Impact to get more wishes? This is a personal decision. Spending money can accelerate your progress and guarantee certain characters or weapons, but the game is entirely playable without spending any money. Consider your budget and enjoyment of the game before making any purchases.

Ultimately, acquiring 5-star characters and weapons in Genshin Impact is a blend of luck and strategy. By understanding the pity system and managing your resources wisely, you can increase your chances of obtaining the characters and weapons you desire. Good luck on your pulls, Traveler!