Genshin Impact fans looking towards the fiery horizon of Natlan can rejoice! Leaks suggest a fascinating new character named Xbalanque, codenamed “One Entombed With the Primal Fire.” Let’s delve into what we know so far about this enigmatic Pyro user.
Genshin Impact Leaks: Xbalanque, the Fiery Enigma from Natlan
A Cryptic Introduction
Xbalanque first appeared in a tweet from the official Genshin Impact account promoting the Hydro character Neuvillette from Fontaine. The tweet featured a quote attributed to Xbalanque, hinting at a connection between him and the Fontaine storyline: “Someday when they return, their true ordeal shall begin.”
Fiery Origins and Potential Inspiration
Xbalanque’s title, “One Entombed With the Primal Fire,” points to his fiery nature and likely ties to the Pyro Archon of Natlan. With Natlan drawing inspiration from Latin American, Mesoamerican, and West African cultures, fans speculate Xbalanque’s name and abilities might be rooted in Mayan mythology.
Leaks Reveal a Strong Pyro Polearm User
Recent leaks from Genshin Impact insider TeamMew suggest some exciting details about Xbalanque:
- Xbalanque is expected to use the “boy model” similar to characters like Bennett and Xingqiu, hinting at a younger fighter.
- As a Natlan native, Xbalanque will likely wield a Pyro Vision and become one of the few Pyro polearm users alongside Hu Tao.
- The leak suggests Xbalanque might introduce new ways to apply Pyro element off-field, making him valuable for powerful elemental reactions in the challenging Spiral Abyss.
Possible Mayan Mythology Connections
Natlan’s Mesoamerican influences have led fans to theorize connections between Xbalanque and Mayan figures:
- “Xbalanque” directly references the hero twin Xbalanque from the Popol Vuh texts. This could suggest a future twin character.
- The hero twins were known as “jaguar-men,” leading to speculation of jaguar themes in Xbalanque’s design, abilities, or even transformation mechanics.
- The “entombed” description might reference the Mayan myth of the twins being sacrificed and reborn through fire.
While Version 4.0 brought the full Fontaine region, most projections place Natlan and Xbalanque around 8-10 months away in Version 5.0 (late 2023/early 2024). This gives Travelers time to save their Primogems and prepare for the arrival of Arlecchino in Genshin Impact 4.6.
As more details about Xbalanque emerge, his potential ties to Mayan mythology and his off-field Pyro application make him a highly anticipated character for exciting new team compositions. The fiery future of Natlan promises much for Genshin Impact players!
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