Genshin Impact 5.4 Leak: Arlecchino's Updated Swap Animation and Bond of Life Indicator
Recent leaks suggest a quality-of-life improvement for Arlecchino in Genshin Impact Version 5.4: a new swap animation and a visual indicator. This five-star Pyro DPS character, introduced during the Fontaine arc, has proven a popular choice despite her complex kit.
The leak, originating from Firefly News and shared on the Genshin Impact Leaks subreddit, highlights a visual cue appearing above Arlecchino's model after being swapped out. While the leak doesn't explicitly state its function, the community largely believes it will track her Bond of Life (BoL) levels. This Fontaine-exclusive mechanic acts as a reverse shield, depleting the BoL gauge instead of increasing HP upon healing.
This QoL change, while not boosting Arlecchino's damage directly, significantly enhances usability, particularly during complex battles demanding simultaneous attention to multiple targets and effects. Arlecchino's multiple adjustments since release are unusual for Genshin Impact characters, likely due to her intricate gameplay.
Despite her complex kit, Arlecchino remains a fan-favorite and a top-tier Pyro DPS. This timely update coincides with her upcoming appearance on a Version 5.3 Limited Character Banner, alongside Clorinde, the Champion Duelist, starting around January 22nd, as confirmed by the recent Special Program.
