Genshin Impactfeatures a whole host of memorable characters that left lasting impressions on millions of players. One of the first characters ever introduced inGenshin Impactis Amber, the Outrider representing Mondstadt’s Knights of Favonius. Before embarking into the region of Sumeru,Genshin Impactdeveloper HoYoverse released brand-new Amber artwork.
Genshin Impact’smain story chapters focus on particular regions of the game such as Mondstadt, Liyue, and Inazuma. Mondstadt serves as theintroductory chapter ofGenshin Impactas players learn about antagonistic threats in the world. Players first meet Amber on the way to the city of Mondstadt, and she proceeds to introduce the Traveler to various parts of the city.
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To celebrate Amber’s birthday, HoYoverse released new art featuring the iconic character through the officialGenshin ImpactTwitter account. The artwork is accompanied by dialogue of Amber addressing the Traveler. The first piece of art was illustrated by the artist yu-ri and depicts Amber with her Baron Bunny. Amber prepared useful items for the Traveler’s journey into Sumeru, a region that will be introduced withGenshin Impactversion 3.0. She provides a friendly send-off to the Traveler, butAmber’s connections to Sumeruimply that she could appear once more to help an old friend.
The second piece of art features Amber, the Traveler, and Paimon sitting near the top of the Mondstadt clock tower. The group has a great view of the greater Mondstadt area, and the top of the clock tower is a high enough to provide a suitable descent for gliding. Amber thanks the Traveler for joining her and wants to have another gliding competition.
Amber was an important character during thelaunch ofGenshin Impactas one of the first party members to join players on their quest. She’s still a fan-favorite in the community nearly two years after launch. Amber’s new artwork gives delightful insight into her friendship with the Traveler while players explore the far reaches ofGenshin Impact’sworld.
Players will soon discover secrets within the region of Sumeru, and theGenshin Impactversion 3.0 special programon August 13 will give an overview of what’s to come.Genshin Impactversion 3.0 is expected to arrive around August 25, which means players could enter Sumeru for the first time by the end of the month.
Genshin Impactis available now for Android, iOS, PC, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5. A Nintendo Switch version is in development.
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