Genshin Impact 5.3 livestream finally reveals Pyro Traveler

The Genshin Impact 5.3 livestream has concluded, revealing the trailer for the upcoming 5.3 update. This has provided fans with their first official peek at the Pyro Traveler. The Traveler or MC (main character) is the game's protagonist, who can change their element by visiting the Statues of the Seven in each nation. However, unlike previous occasions, they couldn't wield the power of Pyro yet, but that will change in the next patch.

HoYoverse has now revealed the Pyro Traveler's moves and abilities in Genshin Impact along with some other details. Read on to learn more about them.

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Genshin Impact reveals Pyro Traveler gameplay in version 5.3 livestream

Players have been eagerly waiting for the MC to awaken the Pyro element's power and are curious about what his kit will offer them. During the recent Genshin Impact 5.3 livestream conducted by HoYoverse, the developer showcased some exciting footage including some clips of the Pyro Traveler.

Pyro Traveler abilities (Image via HoYoverse)

It can be seen in the 5.3 livestream (Timestamp - 23:15) that the Pyro Traveler activates his tap Elemental Skill ability to create a Pyro ring around him, similar to that of Kuki Shinobu. It can periodically deal elemental damage to foes within a certain AoE.

Followed by that (Timestamp - 23:18), we see the Sun-like summoning likely to be created by casting the hold version of Pyro MC's Elemental Skill. It can trigger a coordinated attack alongside the attacks of the active character.

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How to get the Pyro Traveler in Genshin Impact 5.3

The MC will unlock the Pyro element abilities during the Archon Quest (Image via HoYoverse)

The developers revealed during the 5.3 livestream that all players will automatically obtain the Pyro Traveler by engaging in the final Acts of Natlan's Chapter of Archon Quests. It was announced that the power would be unlocked at a critical point in the storyline and would be helpful to turn the tide of the upcoming battle.

Additionally, HoYoverse provided information on how to increase the Pyro Traveler's strength in the game. They announced that by recording more of their deeds in the Pilgrim's Chronicle gadget given by Citlali, players can power up the MC.

Furthermore, it was disclosed that Blazing Flint Ore, which can be obtained by completing Tribal Chronicles, will also be useful to the Pyro Traveler. However, they did not reveal the specifics as it could constitute as a spoiler.

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