Genshin Impact Leak Reveals Spiral Abyss for Version 5.3

Key points

• Spiral Abyss has evolved in Genshin Impact, with new challenges and power-ups for characters Pyro and Nightsoul in version 5.3.
• The new Spiral Abyss in version 5.3 will introduce a brand new boss that favors the Pyro and Nightsoul characters, with distinct strategies for both halves.

Recent information obtained from beta servers for Genshin Impact gave players an overview of the challenges that await in the Spiral Abyss in version 5.3. Spiral Abyss has evolved significantly since the launch of Genshin Impactand, although the basic format has remained unchanged, there is no denying that the developers have attempted to improve the experience.

Adding the Imaginarium Theater to Genshin Impact gave Spiral Abyss more breathing room, as it was no longer the only end-game activity. Additionally, version 5.1 added the ability for players to skip the first two floors in the Spiral Abyss based on their performance in the previous loop. While its difficulty has seen a huge leap since version 4.1, older teams can still reliably beat Spiral Abyss if used correctly.

That said, the Spiral Abyss is within Genshin Impact comes with some extra quirks for version 5.3. Not only have the blessings returned to Plane 12, but they are more powerful than ever. Somewhat controversially, they cater to the banner characters in the patch by providing a DMG bonus aligned with Pyro and Nightsoul. The full lineup for the upcoming Spiral Abyss has been datamined via HomDGCat and notably features the Solitary Suanni for the first time since its introduction in version 4.4.

Genshin Impact: Waves and Blessings of Spiral Abyss for Floor 12 in Version 5.3

Blessings

• The Pyro's DMG dealt by all party members' normal attacks is increased by 75%.
• All party members' Nightsoul-aligned DMG is increased by 75%.

First half

• Room 12-1
  • Yumkasaurus (x3)
  • Mountain King Yumkasaur Greedy (x1)
• Room 12-2
  • Beast Xuanwen (x3)
  • Suanni lonely (x1)
• Room 12-3
  • Bitterly Cold Wayob Manifestation (x1)
  • Mek Construction Specialist – Pneuma (x1)

Second half

• Room 12-1
  • Iktomisaurus (x3)
  • Rebel Hermetic Spiritspeaker (x1)
• Room 12-2
  • Dark Camouflage – Ruin Guard (x1)
  • Dark Mimesis – Secret Source Automaton: Hunter Seeker (x1)
• Room 12-3
  • Papilla tenebrous: Type III (x1)

It's important to mention that Wayward Hermetic Spiritspeaker is a brand new world boss Genshin Impact. It will debut in version 5.3, both in the open world and Spiral Abyss, and is designed to favor Pyro characters. Overall, the second half seems to favor a hypercarry like Kinich, as Burning and Nightsoul attacks are particularly effective against the abyssal shield of both Tenebrous Papilla and Tenebrous Mimesis.

On the other hand, the first half of Spiral Abyss is definitely made with Citlali in mind. Many theorists believe that Citlali in Genshin Impact he will be Melt's best support in the game, as well as being Mavuika's ideal teammate. While Mavuika and Harlequin are expected to make short work of the first half, players will likely be able to brute force their way through the Spiral Abyss with less orthodox options, such as Navia. The new Spiral Abyss will begin on January 16, 2025 and will last until February 16, 2025. However, Genshin Impact players will be able to prepare Mavuika and Citlali in advance, as both characters are expected to hit the event banners on January 1st.