Genshin Impact Leak Reveals Full Ability Kit for New 4-Star Character Dahlia
A new Genshin Impact leak has revealed the full ability kit for Dahlia, a 4-Star Hydro Sword character from Mondstadt. Dahlia is set to debut in Version 5.7 following an appearance in the 5.6 Archon Quest. Known as a deacon of the Church of Favonius, Dahlia has long been teased in the community and will soon become a playable character.
Dahlia is a unique support unit offering shields and attack speed buffs, with his main role centered around Normal Attack teams. He is the first 4-Star Hydro character with a shield focus, though he lacks reliable off-field Hydro application—a drawback that may limit his synergy with popular units like Furina.
**Dahlia’s Key Abilities:**
* **Normal Attack:** Standard four-hit combo with sword strikes.
* **Elemental Skill:** Summons a Misty Trace that explodes on contact with enemies or launches allies into the air for exploration.
* **Elemental Burst:** Grants a Hydro shield scaling with HP. Hitting enemies with Normal Attacks builds stacks that allow shield reactivation.
* **Passives:** Boosts Attack Speed based on Max HP (up to 15%) and grants extra movement speed during daytime (not in Domains/Abyss).
* **Constellations:** Include energy restoration (C1), shield strength boosts (C2), shield duration increase (C4), and full-party revive at C6.
The kit suggests Dahlia may pair well with characters like Wriothesley, who rely on Normal Attacks. However, optimal shield performance may require Freeze team setups, potentially limiting his flexibility.
Community reactions have been mixed, with many players adopting a cautious approach until official release. While Dahlia’s shield utility and buffs show promise, his lack of Hydro application could hurt his viability unless adjustments are made during beta testing.
