How Many Wishes Do You Really Need for a C6 5-Star in Genshin Impact?

For many Genshin Impact players, the ultimate goal is to fully unleash the power of their favorite characters by obtaining all six constellations, often referred to as achieving a “C6.” While getting a C6 character, especially a 5-star, is a significant undertaking, understanding the sheer number of wishes involved can help you plan your resources. So, how many wishes do you need for a C6 5-star character?

The short answer is: if you have the absolute worst luck possible, you’ll need 1,260 wishes to guarantee a C6 5-star character on an event character banner. This translates to a staggering 201,600 Primogems. However, it’s extremely rare to experience such bad luck, making this the absolute maximum number of wishes. Realistically, most players will achieve C6 with fewer wishes, but this number serves as the hard cap for planning purposes.

Understanding Genshin Impact’s Gacha System

Before diving deeper, it’s crucial to understand the basics of Genshin Impact’s gacha system. The game uses a “wish” system, where you spend Intertwined Fates (obtained using Primogems) to pull for characters and weapons. Each wish costs 160 Primogems. Character banners, also called event banners, are the primary source for obtaining featured 5-star characters. Here are the key aspects to note:

• Soft Pity: The chance of pulling a 5-star character increases as you get closer to 90 wishes without obtaining one. This is generally considered to start around the 75th pull.
• Hard Pity: You are guaranteed a 5-star character on your 90th wish if you haven’t received one prior.
• 50/50 Chance: When you get a 5-star on an event banner, it has a 50% chance of being the featured character. If it’s not the featured character, the next 5-star pull is guaranteed to be the featured one. This is often referred to as a “50/50 loss”.

Breaking Down the Wish Count for C6

To get a C6 character, you need to obtain seven copies of the same 5-star character (the initial character plus six constellations). Here’s a breakdown of how the worst-case scenario plays out:

1. First Copy: To get the character for the first time, you will need to hit hard pity on the banner. That is, in a worst case scenario, 90 pulls (14,400 Primogems)

2. Second Through Seventh Copies: For each subsequent copy, you will need to hit hard pity twice to guarantee the featured character (because you may get a standard 5-star before getting a featured copy of your character). This is another 180 pulls (28,800 Primogems).

   Therefore, you are getting six further copies and the possibility of needing to lose the 50/50 every time.

• Total wishes needed (worst case): 90 + (180 * 6) = 1170 wishes.
• However, you need a hard pity before obtaining your character, then you need a further 6 to get them to C6, where you need to hit the 50/50 every time.
  • Therefore, the total is actually 90 + (180*6) + 90 = 1260 wishes

So, in a nutshell, if every single pull goes to hard pity, and you lose every single 50/50, it will take you 1260 wishes. This will cost you the equivalent of 201,600 Primogems. However, this is a worst-case scenario. Most players will get some 5-stars before hitting hard pity, and they may win some 50/50’s.

Real-World Considerations

While 1260 wishes is the absolute maximum, here are a few real-world considerations that impact the number of wishes you might need:

• Early 5-Star Pulls: If you get lucky and pull a 5-star before hitting hard pity (e.g., at 75 wishes), it dramatically reduces the number of wishes you need overall.
• 50/50 Wins: Winning the 50/50 consistently (getting the featured character directly) will also significantly decrease the total wish count.
• Existing Constellations: If you already have some constellations for a particular character, you will need fewer wishes.
• Pity Carryover: Pity counts carry over across the same type of banners. For instance, the pity on event banners will carry over to the next event banner (but not to a standard or weapon banner). This allows you to do a few pulls on a banner, without getting a 5-star, and come back to it later.
• Time: Accumulating these many wishes takes significant time for most players. Saving up is a marathon, not a sprint.

How Long Does it Take to Get a C6 5-Star?

Based on the absolute maximum of 1,260 wishes, and given that the best case scenario would be about 525 days, it is a long and difficult task to complete a C6 5-star character, unless you have a lot of real money to spend.

• Worst Case Scenario: Needing 180 pulls per 5-star copy (including the initial character) will take an immense amount of time, usually around 3.5 years of saving primogems.
• Best Case Scenario: If you hit the 5-star at about 75 wishes and never get a standard 5-star before the featured one, this would take approximately 1.4 years of saving primogems.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Here are 15 frequently asked questions to further clarify the process of getting a C6 5-star character:

How many Primogems do you need to guarantee one 5-star character?

You need 14,400 Primogems (90 wishes) to guarantee a 5-star character on a banner if you haven’t gotten one before. This is hitting what is called hard pity.

What happens if you get a duplicate 5-star character after C6?

If you receive a duplicate 5-star character after achieving C6, you will get 25 Masterless Starglitter. This currency can be used in the in-game shop.

How much does it cost in real money to get a C6 5-star character?

The cost varies depending on how you purchase Primogems. If purchasing directly, a C6 5-star character can cost anywhere from $800 to $2,500+ , depending on whether you win the 50/50.

Can you get a 5-star before hard pity?

Yes, it is possible to get a 5-star character before hitting hard pity (90 pulls). The probability increases the closer you get to 90 wishes.

Is a C6 5-star character worth the cost and effort?

The value of a C6 character is subjective. While C6 provides a significant power boost, it is a massive investment. Most players are fine with C0 characters, and are happy with a single copy.

Are there any 5-star characters that are particularly worth aiming for C6?

Some characters, like Xiao, Tartaglia and Raiden Shogun receive significant boosts at C6, making them worth aiming for if you’re a dedicated main player of that character.

How many wishes do you need to get a C6 4-star character?

Getting a C6 4-star is significantly easier than a 5-star. It can still cost a lot of wishes to obtain, but if you pull on the banner with the character you want, you will likely obtain it fairly quickly.

How do the different types of banners affect the pity system?

Event banners, standard banners, and weapon banners all have separate pity systems. However, the pity carries over from event banner to event banner, but not to standard or weapon banners.

Is it better to save Primogems for a specific C6 or pull as they come?

It is highly recommended to save Primogems and only pull on banners featuring characters you specifically want. Trying for a C6 with no preparation would be very expensive.

How can I earn more Primogems as a F2P (free-to-play) player?

Participate in daily commissions, complete events, clear the Spiral Abyss, and explore the map for achievements. In addition, there are often codes that can be redeemed for free Primogems.

What are the main benefits of having a C6 5-star character?

C6 characters often gain unique abilities, reduced cooldowns, and significant damage increases, making them powerhouses. For example, C6 Xiao can use his skill up to six times in one second.

Can you get a guaranteed 5-star character from the standard banner?

Yes, you can get a guaranteed 5-star character from the standard banner by hitting its pity count, which is 90 wishes as well.

Does the pity system apply to the weapon banner?

Yes, the weapon banner also has a pity system, but it is a different system to the character banner.

How do constellations improve a character’s power?

Constellations enhance a character’s abilities by providing stat boosts, new effects, and reduced cooldowns, which can dramatically change their playstyle.

Should I be aiming for C6 characters?

C6 characters are not needed to complete any of Genshin Impact’s content. C0 characters are just fine to get you through the entire game. Aim for C6 if you are a dedicated main player of a character and enjoy it enough to pay the real world price to do so.

Final Thoughts

Achieving a C6 5-star character in Genshin Impact is a monumental task that requires both significant resources and a large degree of luck. While the potential power boost is tempting, it is essential to understand the commitment and the real money costs involved. Knowing the maximum number of wishes needed can help you set realistic goals and make informed decisions about your primogem spending. Enjoy your time in Teyvat, and pull for what brings you joy!