Genshin Impact 5.3 livestream reveals upcoming Hu Tao and Xiangling outfits

Genshin Impact's version 5.3 Special Program livestream has revealed a lot of exciting details about the upcoming update, including information about new character skins. HoYoverse has announced that Hu Tao (5-star Pyro) and Xiangling (4-star Pyro) will be receiving new outfits that alter their in-game appearance.

Read on to learn more about the new Genshin Impact 5.3 character skins for the two Pyro characters.

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Genshin Impact 5.3 will bring new Hu Tao and Xiangling character skins

Genshin Impact's 5.3 update is scheduled to go live on January 1, 2025, releasing a plethora of new content. While the update will advance the storyline of the Natlan arc, it will also celebrate the Lantern Rite festival, taking players back to the Liyue region. To commemorate the occasion, HoYoverse will release exclusive outfits for two beloved characters — Hu Tao and Xiangling. Let's look at the details of both skins.

1) Hu Tao's skin

Hu Tao's new outfit for version 5.3 (Image via HoYoverse)

Hu Tao's new outfit in the game is called "Cherries Snow-Laden". It provides the 5-star Pyro with an aesthetic overhaul, featuring a white, red, and black color scheme with golden accents. Furthermore, it replaces Hu Tao's hat with a new white-colored variant that has a black rim. She also seems to have styled her hat with a pair of red sunglasses.

As is the case with older 5-star character skins, Hu Tao's outfit will be available for discount throughout the 5.3 update. Following this, the amount of Genesis Crystals required will be increased.

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2) Xiangling's skin

Xiangling's new outfit for version 5.3 (Image via HoYoverse)

Xiangling is one of the most beloved 4-star characters in the game. This sub-DPS will be receiving a new skin called "New Year's Cheer" in version 5.3. While the upcoming outfit retains her orange and black color scheme, it changes her style completely by adding a red and white Christmas-themed jacket. Moreover, she will wear a beanie styled after her companion, Guoba.

Similar to other 4-star character skins, players will be able to obtain Xiangling's skin for free by participating in the Lantern Rite festival event. Past the duration of the event, the outfit will become available in the shop and cost Genesis Crystals.

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