Unraveling the Odds: Your Guide to Genshin Impact’s Standard Banner Character Rates
The allure of Genshin Impact lies not only in its breathtaking world and engaging storyline but also in its gacha system, a core mechanic that determines how players acquire new characters and weapons. Among the various banners, the Standard Banner, also known as Wanderlust Invocation, holds a unique position. It’s a permanent fixture, offering a continuous opportunity to obtain a variety of characters and weapons, but understanding the odds of acquiring a specific character can be tricky.
So, what are the odds of getting a character in the Standard Banner? Directly speaking, it’s a multifaceted calculation. You have a 0.6% chance of pulling a 5-star character or weapon with each wish, and a guaranteed 5-star within 90 wishes. The probability of that 5-star being a character is approximately 50% (without any pity guarantees in place) and a 4-star character is around 1 in 60 if you get a 4-star. While every 10 pulls guarantee a 4-star or higher item (character or weapon), pinpointing the odds for a specific character is challenging, as the pool is large and diverse.
Decoding the Standard Banner Mechanics
To fully grasp the odds, let’s delve into the intricacies of the Standard Banner. It’s essential to distinguish it from limited-time character event banners, which feature boosted rates for specific characters. The Standard Banner, in contrast, offers a wider selection of characters and weapons, meaning your chances of landing the specific character you desire are inherently lower.
Pity System: Your Safety Net
The pity system is a critical component of Genshin Impact’s gacha mechanics. It acts as a safety net, guaranteeing you a high-rarity item after a certain number of pulls. For the Standard Banner, you’re guaranteed a 4-star or higher item (character or weapon) within 10 wishes, and a 5-star item (character or weapon) within 90 wishes.
Soft Pity and Hard Pity
While you are guaranteed a 5-star at 90 pulls (hard pity), many players notice an increased chance of pulling a 5-star between pulls 70 and 80. This phenomenon is known as “soft pity.” Although the exact mechanics aren’t officially disclosed, it’s widely believed that the odds of pulling a 5-star increase significantly as you approach the hard pity threshold. Understanding the soft pity mechanics can potentially optimize your primogem spending.
Character vs. Weapon: The 50/50 on 5-Stars
When you finally hit that 5-star, there’s another layer of probability to consider: will it be a character or a weapon? On the Standard Banner, the odds are roughly 50/50. This means you have an approximate 50% chance of getting a 5-star character and a 50% chance of getting a 5-star weapon. This contrasts with Character Event Banners, where 5-star results are, after a “lost” 50/50, guaranteed to be the limited character.
4-Star Character Odds
The odds of getting a specific 4-star character can be estimated. If you get a 4-star, the odds of that 4-star being the character you want are around 1 in 60. But the list of available 4-star characters can be large, and some may not be available on the standard banner.
Optimizing Your Standard Banner Strategy
Given these odds, how can you optimize your Standard Banner strategy? Here are a few considerations:
- Prioritize Limited Banners: If you desire a specific character, focus your primogems on limited-time character event banners, where the featured character has a significantly higher pull rate.
- Standard Banner for Variety: Use the Standard Banner primarily for acquiring a broader range of characters and weapons, particularly if you’re not targeting anyone in particular.
- Don’t Rely on Specifics: Avoid using the Standard Banner as your primary method for obtaining a specific character. The sheer number of available items makes it statistically improbable.
- Utilize Free Acquaint Fate: The game periodically provides Acquaint Fate, the currency used for Standard Banner wishes. Save these for Standard Banner pulls.
Is the Standard Banner Worth It?
Ultimately, the value of pulling on the Standard Banner is subjective. If you are a new player, you will get some character and weapon variety. If you are a veteran player who has specific characters that you would like, the Standard Banner might not be worth it. Weigh the pros and cons before committing your resources.
Understanding the probabilities associated with Genshin Impact’s Standard Banner empowers you to make informed decisions about your primogem spending. While the odds of obtaining a specific character can be challenging, knowing the underlying mechanics allows you to approach the gacha system with a more strategic mindset. For more insights into game mechanics and the impact of games on learning, explore the resources available at the Games Learning Society. (GamesLearningSociety.org).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Are you guaranteed a character on standard banner?
You are guaranteed a 4-star or higher item (character or weapon) every 10 pulls. You are also guaranteed a 5-star item (character or weapon) every 90 pulls. The 5-star being a character is not guaranteed, it is roughly a 50/50.
2. Does getting a 5* weapon on standard banner reset pity?
Yes, pulling a 5-star weapon (or character) on the Standard Banner resets your pity count for that specific banner. The pity counter starts again from zero after each 5-star pull.
3. Does pity expire in Genshin?
No, pity does not expire in Genshin Impact. Your pity count on each banner (Standard, Character Event, and Weapon Event) remains constant until you pull a 5-star item, at which point it resets.
4. Is standard banner worth pulling?
The value of pulling on the Standard Banner depends on your individual needs and goals. If you’re a new player looking to expand your roster of characters and weapons, it can be worthwhile. However, if you’re targeting specific characters, limited-time event banners offer much better odds.
5. Can you get 5 stars from standard banner?
Yes, you can absolutely get 5-star characters and weapons from the Standard Banner. The Standard Banner has a 0.6% of pulling a 5-star item, however, the roster available on the Standard Banner (or Wanderlust Invocation) rarely changes.
6. Is 70 pity good?
Reaching 70 pity is considered good because you’re entering the “soft pity” range. This means that the game may increase the probability of you getting a 5 star.
7. Does the standard banner have 50 50?
Yes, it does. You have approximately a 50% chance to pull a 5-star character and a 50% chance to pull a 5-star weapon when you hit the 5-star pity on the Standard Banner.
8. Which character from Standard Banner is the best?
“Best” is subjective and depends on your team composition and playstyle. Diluc is often recommended for his solid damage and pyro capabilities. Other characters like Jean, Qiqi, Mona, and Keqing are also viable depending on the player.
9. What happens if I get a 5 star in standard banner?
When you get a 5-star character or weapon on the Standard Banner, your pity counter resets. The pull itself doesn’t guarantee anything for your next 5-star on the Standard Banner.
10. What are the odds of getting a 5 star weapon?
The base chance of pulling a 5-star item (character or weapon) is 0.6%. In the Standard Banner, you have around a 50% chance of the 5-star pull to be a weapon and a 50% chance to be a character. The Weapon Event Banner has boosted rates for the featured weapons.
11. Why didn’t I get a 5 star at 90 wishes?
If you used 90 wishes spread across multiple banners (Standard, Character Event, Weapon Event) without getting a 5-star on each individual banner, then you did not hit the pity. Pity counts are separate for each banner.
12. How many primogems is 90 wishes?
You need 14,400 primogems to get 90 wishes. Each wish costs 160 primogems.
13. Can I get 5 star before pity?
Yes, you can get a 5-star item (character or weapon) before reaching the 90-pull pity. The base pull rate is 0.6%, so it’s possible, but statistically less likely, to get a 5-star early.
14. Does 50 50 carry over Genshin?
The 50/50 mechanic applies specifically to Character Event Banners. If you “lose” the 50/50 (meaning you get a non-featured 5-star character), your next 5-star pull on that banner is guaranteed to be the featured character. This carry over until you obtain the limited character on banner.
15. Can you pull Tighnari on the standard banner?
Yes, Tighnari was added to the Standard Banner after his initial limited-time banner. However, the odds of pulling him specifically are low because there are other characters and weapons in the loot pool.