HoYoverse is adding new characters to the Genshin Impact universe with its upcoming version 3.4 update, and Yaoyao is piquing the interest of gamers.

Genshin Impact has consistently expanded its playable character base since its release in 2020, and version 3.4 promises to be no different. Of late, HoYoverse has committed to faster update times, implementing a five-week update schedule as opposed to the previous six-week timeline with the release of Genshin Impact Version 3.3. As is custom with upcoming updates, speculation has been flying around among fans as some eager gamers scour the web for any clues of what the latest Genshin Impact version will hold. Genshin Impact 3.3 brought characters that have quickly become fan favorites such as the Wanderer and Faruzan, and Genshin Impact 3.4 will introduce franchise faithful to a new character called Yaoyao.

Fans have eagerly awaited the arrival of Yaoyao since she appeared in the manga as the franchise’s first Dendro character, and though it has taken a while for HoYoverse to satisfy consumers, anticipation for her character has not waned in the slightest. Many expect Yaoyao to be a four-star Genshin Impact character, and her backstory will likely appeal to a large portion of players. With her rumored abilities as a Polearm user, she adds an extra dimension to a team of…