All Genshin Impact Characters

There are innumerable heroes to summon, use, and even more NPCs to interact with in the sprawling world of Teyvat; Genshin Impact’s gorgeous setting. Here is a master list of all Genshin Impact characters, every playable character, in the game, along with their various strengths and weaknesses.

Sword Characters

Characters who wield swords are your primary melee DPS. While some of them serve support roles in addition to their damage output, they serve as the bread and butter of combat. Below is a list of all playable sword characters, organized in alphabetical order.

Albedo

An artificial human that was created synthetically by Rhinedottir, a famous alchemist, Albedo is the Captain of the Investigation Team and Chief Alchemist of the Knights of Favonius.

Alhaitham

Alhaitham is the Scribe of Sumeru Akademiya, drafting ordinances and documenting their findings. He is also a Haravatat member.

Ayaka

Kamisato Ayaka is the eldest daughter of the Kamisato Clan and is the sister of Ayato. She is graceful, beautiful, and elegant. Due to her social status in the Yashiro Commission and Shirasagi Himegami, she is observed as a model of perfection.

Ayato

Kamisato Ayaka is the leader of the Kamisato Clan and is the brother of Ayaka. He is a humble man who serves as the head Yashiro Commissioner.

Bennett

Discovered as a baby orphan by an elderly adventurer, Bennett was subsequently raised by the Adventurers’ Guild in Mondstadt. He is the sole member of “Benny’s Adventure Team” due to the grave misfortune that others suffered by following him.

Chiori

Chiori is an independent designer who strives to achieve brand recognition across all of Teyvat.

Clorinde

Clorinde is Fontaine’s strongest Champion Duelist, and once served as Furina’s bodyguard.

Furina

Furina is the Hydro Archon, Fontaine’s leader, and a celebrity to her people.

Jean

Serving as Acting Grand Master of the Knights of Favonius, Jean is a direct descendent of the Gunnhildr, an ancient and prestigious clan. She is constantly maintaining the City of Freedom by handling unrest occurring all across Mondstadt.

Kaeya

The Cavalry Captain for the Knights of Favonius, Kaeya is held in the highest esteem, even with his secrets and eccentricities. He is obtainable early on in the Prologue.

Kazuha

A wandering samurai from the ancient Kaedehara Clan, Kazuha has been serving as a crewmember of The Crux.

Keqing

Serving as the general secretary of the Liyue Qixing, the governing body in the city, Keqing seeks her own answers from the world instead of allowing chaos to run amok. She rejects the fate of the gods and chooses to forge her own path.

Kirara

Kirara works for Komaniya Express as the Gold Level Courier. She is incredibly diligent in ensuring all packages are delivered to the proper place.

Kuki Shinobu

The Arataki Gang’s Deputy Leader, Kuki is the right-hand sidekick of Itto. She fell into this life after studying in Liyue and trying various trades.

Layla

Layla is a student that specializes in Theoretical Astrology, with chronic sleep deprivation and health issues as a result.

Lynette

A magician’s assistant to her twin brother Lyney. After their parents’ passing, Lynette served as the eyes and ears of the House of the Hearth.

Nilou

Nilou is a popular performer at the Zubayr Theater. She is said to look like something out of a fairy tale, but she is quite the regular person when she steps off the stage.

Traveler (Player Character / MC)

The protagonist and main character to play as. At the start of the story, both genders of the Traveler are twin siblings from an unknown world, captured by a mysterious god and left stranded on Teyvat.

Qiqi

Resurrected from the dead as a zombie on behalf of the adepti, Qiqi now works at Liyue Harbor’s Bubu Pharmacy under the care of Baizhu.

Xilonen

Xilnon is a Name Engraver for the Children of Echoes, often found taking naps in the Sun. She has exceptional craftsmanship at the forge.

Xingqiu

The son of the Feiyun Commerce Guild manager, an influential organization in Liyue, Xingqiu also serves as a practitioner of the arts of Guhua Clan.

Polearm Characters

Arlecchino

Arlecchino is one of the Fatui Harbingers and the current head of the House of the Hearth.

Candace

Aard Village’s Guardian and Al-Ahmar’s scion, Candace is very protective of her home. Still, she shows kindness to passing travelers–as long as they don’t violate any rules.

Chevreuse

Chevreuse is captain of the Maison Gardiennage’s Special Security and Surveillance Patrol.

Cyno

Cyno is General Mahamatra, who commands an intimidating presence. He is feared by the Sumeru Akademiya researchers.

Emilie

Emilie is a renowned perfume designer, self-employed, and has her products highly sought after.

Hu Tao

Wangsheng Funeral Parlor’s 77th Director, Hu Tao is a young, energetic character who loves nothing more than to pull pranks on innocent bystanders.

Kachina

Kachina is a young warrior who belongs to the Children of Echoes, determined to become strong in spite of her many failures.

Mika

Mika works for the Knights of Favonius Reconnaissance Company as a surveyor. He is extremely efficient at his job, but he hopes to become a cartographer one day.

Raiden Shogun

Inazuma’s vessel of the current Electro Archon, the Raiden Shogun is the manifestation of Ei’s will as she resides in her Plane of Euthymia.

Rosaria

A member of Mondstadt’s Church of Favonius, but you wouldn’t know it by her attire. Sharp, piercing language and a cold demeanor, Rosaria’s movements are quite unpredictable.

Shenhe

Taken in as a disciple by the Cloud Retainer after being born to an unknown exorcist couple and a traumatic childhood incident, Shenhe now resides in Liyue.

Thoma

Originally from Mondstadt, he now serves as both a fixer in Inazuma as well as the Kamisato Clan’s housekeeper.

Xiao

The last remaining Yaksha, all-powerful adepti dispatched by Rex Lapis to subdue the evil spirits that plague Liyue, Xiao resides in Wangshu Inn. He often secludes himself from human interaction and crowds.

Xiangling

Wanmin Restaurant’s Head Chef, Xiangling works alongside Mao, her father. Unafraid of trying out exotic ingredients or various new recipes, her dishes are often quite unique.

Yaoyao

Yaoyao is a martial artist trained under the same mentor as Xiangling. Today, she serves as an assistant to Ganyu.

Yun Jin

A prestigious brewer, singer, and dancer working at the Heyu Tea House.

Zhongli

The vessel of Morax, the current Geo Archon, Zhongli experiences life through the perspective of a mortal by serving as Wangsheng Funeral Parlor’s chief consultant.

Catalyst Characters

Barbara

The Church of Favonius’s deaconess as well as a self-proclaimed idol, Barbara is also the younger sister of Jean, and through her mother, a descendent of the Gunnhildr Clan.

Baizhu

Baizhu owns the Bubu Pharmacy in Liyue and is the guardian of Qiqi. A master Doctor, he desires immortality to ensure he is the last to bear a generational contract with Changsheng, a white snake.

Charlotte

Charlotte is a journalist from The Steambird and is always on the prowl for an exclusive scoop.

Heizou

The best detective in the Tenryou Commission, Shikanoin Heizou has admirable insight and wit. His demeanor is unrestrained, but he is incredibly talented.

Klee

Klee takes after her mother Alice, an extremely destructive adventurer, in many ways; often to the dismay of the Knights of Favonius who she was originally entrusted to.

Kokomi

The Divine Priestess of Watatsumi Island. Descending from the Sangonomiya Clan, Kokomi is solely responsible for the overwhelming majority of affairs in her region.

Lisa

An effective mage recognized as the most distinguished graduate of Sumeru Academia in the past 2 centuries, Lisa now serves as the Knights of Favonius’s Librarian.

Mona

An astrologist of pride and skill, Mona is hiding in Mondstadt to avoid her master upon accidentally reading their private diary.

Mualani

Mualani is a surfer, guide, and watersports shop owner for the People of the Springs.

Nahida

Nahida is the Dendro Archon, leading a civilization that values wisdom and knowledge above other things.

Neuvillette

As the ludex of Fontaine, Neuvillette leads the Marechaussee Phantom. He upholds the rules of court and is secretly the Hydro Sovereign.

Ningguang

The Liyue Qixing’s Tianquan and owner of the Jade Chamber which floats high above the city.

Sucrose

A bio-alchemist also serves as Albedo’s assistant.

Wanderer

The latest incarnation of the being originally known as Scaramouche, the Wanderer has no destination, home, or kin.

Wriothesley

After serving as an inmate at the Fortress of Meropide, Wriothesley became an Administrator, enforcing a series of reforms under his rule.

Yae Miko

Overseer and Guuji (chief priest) of the Grand Narukami Shrine as well as the owner of the Yae Publishing House.

Yanfei

The child of a human mother and adeptus father, she was soon placed under the watch of Madame Ping after her parents left for their own adventure. She now serves as the legal advisor for Liyue’s citizenry.

Claymore Characters

Beidou

Captain of the renowned pirate crew known as The Crux, Beidou is also known for her immense strength and indifference towards the Tianquan.

Chongyun

An exorcist originating from Liyue and born with excessive levels of yang energy, which has proven to be both an aid as well as a burden. While he is effective at what he does, Chongyun has never seen a spirit himself.

Dehya

Considered legend as the “Flame-Mane” of the Eremites, Dehya is a passionate and fierce warrior determined to deliver hope to her home.

Diluc

The owner and proprietor of the Dawn Winery and a nobleman of the highest esteem in the society of Mondstadt. Although a prior incident resulted in him parting ways with the Knights of Favonius, he still works to protect the city with his own methods.

Dori

Dori owns The Palace of Alcazararay and is a highly regarded merchant, known for her ability to obtain the necessary goods for any customer, provided they pay enough Mora.

Eula

A descendent of the tyrannical and infamous Lawrence Clan, Eula now serves the Knights of Favonius as the captain of the Reconnaissance Company.

Freminet

Freminet has skill and experience in professional diving but prefers to stay out of the spotlight.

Gaming

Gaming left his birthplace to pursue his passion as a professional Wushou dancer.

Itto

A descendent of the oni, Itto also founded and is the current leader of the Arataki Gang.

Kaveh

Kaveh is an architect whose most well-known work includes the Palace of Alcazarzaray. Before this, he studied as a student at the Sumeru Akademiya, graduating with honors.

Kinich

Kinich is a Saurian Hunter from the Scions of the Canopy and has a knack for calculating the price of requests due to his utilitarian philosophy.

Navia

Navia is the optimistic president of the Spina di Rosula, with a tenacious spirit that lets her press on with the help of the people of Fontaine.

Noelle

Although not yet a knight, she hopes to join the ranks of the Knights of Favonius by initially serving as a maid.

Razor

Abandoned as a child, Razor was raised by the wolf back in Wolvendom. He slowly began integrating with humans again after an encounter with the Grand Master of the Knights of Favonius.

Sayu

A ninja struggling to grow tall. She uses her techniques to hide and sleep to enhance her growth.

Xinyan

A musician specializing in rock ‘n’ roll, Xinyan has amassed an incredible fanbase by performing in Liyue Habor.

Bow Characters

Aloy

A crossover character originally featured in the hit PlayStation exclusive, Horizon: Zero Dawn.

Amber

The sole Outrider representing the Knights of Favonius, she assists the citizens of Mondstadt.

Childe (Tartaglia)

Always willing to take on a challenge and chasing danger at every corner, Tartaglia is the Eleventh Fatui Harbinger.

Collei

Experimented on by the Fatui, she was a wandering traveler of Teyvat until meeting Amber in the city of Mondstadt. Since this time, Collei now serves as a forest ranger in the depths of the Avidya Forest.

Diona

The daughter of Springvale hunter Draff and bartender at Cat’s Tail, though she has no desire to consume alcohol.

Faruzan

Professor at the Sumeru Akademiya, she finally managed to return to the school after escaping some ruins she was trapped in a century ago.

Fischl

Hailing from a world outside of Teyvat, Fischl is a daring adventurer who works for the Adventurers’ Guild in Mondstadt along with her night raven, Oz.

Ganyu

An adeptus under contract with Rex Lapis, Ganyu is also the Liyue Qixing’s general secretary.

Gorou

Watasumi Army’s reliable and courageous general. Considered a dependable leader whose subordinates can always trust.

Kujou Sara

Adopted daughter of the Kujou Clan, belonging to the Tenryou Commission. Serving as the right hand of the Raiden Shogun and loyal to her claim, Sara carries out her orders with due diligence.

Lyney

Lyney is a magician and the twin brother of Lynette. After his parents’ passing, Lyney took on missions working for the House of the Hearth.

Sethos

Sethos is the leader of the Temple of Silence and once served as the vessel of Hermanubis.

Sigewinne

Sigewinne is the resident head nurse of the Fortress of Meropide.

Tighnari

Tighnari is the very first playable character in Genshin Impact using the Dendro elemental affinity. Despite his life as a forest watcher, he prefers solitude in Avidya.

Venti

The vessel of the Anemo Archon Barbatos, Venti is a wine-loving, free-spirited bard from Mondstadt.

Yelan

Yelan is a mysterious liaison claiming to serve the Ministry of Civil Affairs and the Yangsheng Teahouse. But in reality, she gathers intelligence for Ningguang.

Yoimiya

The owner of Naganohara Fireworks and daughter of Ryuunosuke, Yoimiya is very outgoing and loved by all residents of Narukami Island.

Genshin Impact characters FAQ

How many Genshin Impact characters are there?

Including the Traveler (MC), there are 89 playable Genshin Impact characters.

How old is MC Genshin Impact?

Physically, the Traveler (MC) is 15 years old. However, due to arriving in Teyvat from another world, the exact age is unknown.

Who is the tallest Genshin Impact character?

The tallest Genshin Impact character would definitely be Neuvillette, standing at 5’91” high.

Who is the smallest Genshin Impact character?

The smallest Genshin Impact character is Klee, with a height of 4’2″. She is so small, in fact, that she can be used to enter enclosed spaces.