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Genshin Impact Fontaine: Release Date, New Characters, Leaks, More

Fontaine is one of the most anticipated regions in Genshin Impact, and here is everything we know about it.
By Rabia Sayal | 
First Published July 25, 2023, 11:46
Genshin Impact Fontaine: Release Date, New Characters, Leaks, More

Fontaine is one of the most anticipated regions in Genshin Impact, and it is the home of the Hydro Archon, also known as the God of Justice. As per the leaks, the nation values law and order and has a sophisticated culture and technology, and many fans are eager to explore Fontaine and meet its new characters and quests.

Since HoYoverse has not released many details about Fontaine, the only way to get some clues about it is through leaks and rumors, and you can find everything we know about it below.

July 25 Update: We checked this page for the latest information on Fontaine Enemies and Bosses today.
July 3 Update: HoYoverse has released Overture Teaser: The Final Feast showcasing all the characters coming to Genshin Impact 4.0 update along with new enemies.

Genshin Impact 4.0 update will bring Lynette (4-star), Freminet (4-star), and Lyney (5-star). 

June 23 Update: HoYoverse has revealed the first look at Fontaine locations and its under water exploration.

Genshin Impact Fontaine Release Date

Fontaine is expected to release with Genshin Impact 4.0 update.
Fontaine is expected to release with Genshin Impact 4.0 update. (Picture: HoYoverse)

As per the leaks, Fontaine is expected to be introduced to Genshin Impact alongside the 4.0 update. The exact release date of Genshin Impact 4.0 has not been announced yet; however, based on the current patch schedule, it is expected to be out on August 16.

Fontaine New Characters and Leaks

Fontaine new characters, design, and other leaks.
Fontaine new characters, design, and other leaks. (Picture: HoYoverse)

As per the leaks, Fontaine will have a twin-city concept, with one city above the water and another one below it. The underwater city will be accessible through diving or using special devices. In addition to this, it will have a legal system that will affect the quests and events in the region. The player will have to deal with different laws and regulations, as well as face trials and judgments from the Hydro Archon.

In addition to this, it will also bring new characters to the game, and there are several leaked characters from Fontaine that have been circulating online. You can find their list below.

Wriothesley

A Hydro Catalyst user who is rumored to be a descendant of a noble family in Fontaine. He has a refined appearance and personality and wears a blue coat with gold accents. He also has a monocle and a pocket watch as accessories.

Lyney and Lynette

Twin siblings who can switch elements between Hydro and Pyro. They are said to be part of a circus troupe in Fontaine, and have a cheerful and lively demeanor. They wear matching outfits with red and blue colors, and have animal ears and tails.

New Enemies and Bosses

Fontaine will bring a ton of enemies and bosses that you can beat to get ascension materials, refinement materials, artifacts, etc. and the complete list has been leaked by Honey Impact.

Fontaine enemies and bosses
Fontaine enemies and bosses. (Picture: HoYoverse/Honey Impact)

These leaks are not confirmed by HoYoverse, and the official details might be different. We will get to know more about Fontaine in Genshin Impact 4.0 update livestream, and we will update this page accordingly. 

Rabia Sayal

Written by Rabia Sayal

Rabia leads the coverage of her first love, VALORANT, and is also a die-hard fan of Genshin Impact’s lore and character designs, though she misses playing retro games like Mario, Roadrash, Need for Speed II, and a lot more. She is currently enjoying Honkai: Star Rail and is eagerly waiting for Minecraft The Wild update. You will also find her playing Fireboy and Watergirl when she is feeling pretty lazy and wants to play It Takes Two once again sometime soon. You can also find her past work on the likes of Gamepur, Sportskeeda, Hard Drive, and more publications. Along with being a gamer, she has done Masters in Mathematics and loves to play with numbers.