Finally, the miracle has happened. The developer HoYoverse has listened to the complaints of the Genshin Impact community and has announced a major update, which will arrive with patch 5.5, scheduled for approximately three weeks from now. This introduces significant changes to the artifact system, particularly in the use of the Sanctifying Elixir resource.
A Much Improved Game
Starting from version 5.5, when using the Sanctifying Elixir to define artifacts, the selected substats will guarantee at least two upgrades upon reaching level 20. This means that, in the most optimistic scenario, players will be able to enjoy a higher probability of obtaining superior quality artifacts. This change was highlighted during the company’s latest developer meeting, where they mentioned their commitment to optimizing the artifact leveling experience, based on the feedback received since the launch of this mechanic.
The frustration of the players had intensified due to the possibility of obtaining artifacts with little valuable statistics despite having invested time and effort. With the new mechanic, it is ensured that, when creating an artifact, the chosen critical statistics will appear at least twice, considerably increasing the chances of obtaining truly useful pieces for character building.
This redesign not only raises the minimum quality level of the obtained artifacts but also provides players with a more reliable tool to optimize their characters. However, the community still hopes that HoYoverse will take action regarding the availability of the Sanctifying Elixir, which has been considered a scarce resource. In summary, players should wait until the arrival of version 5.5 before investing in artifact creation to maximize their benefits.