Genshin Impact doesn’t hand out free character skins often—so when they do, you know they’re worth examining closely. Whether you're a lore enthusiast, meta-focused player, or simply want your favorite 4-star to look fresher than ever, skins offer visual flair and occasional animation upgrades—without costing a single Primogem (if you catch the event in time).
Version 5.8’s Sunspray Summer Resort brought us Bennett’s new skin, "Adventures in Blazing Hue," so it’s the perfect time to revisit how it stacks up against two previous free skin releases: Fischl’s "Ein Immernachtstraum" and Kaeya’s "Sailwind Shadow."
We’ve ranked all three based on:
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๐ Visual Design
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๐ฅ Animations & Effects
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๐ Lore Significance
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๐ธ F2P Accessibility
Let’s break them down—ranked from best to still-pretty-good.
๐ฅ 1. Fischl’s "Ein Immernachtstraum" (Version 2.8)
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Design: A regal Gothic Lolita outfit dripping with personality. The tiara, flowing purple gown, and detailed Oz-themed accessories scream Fischl.
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Animations: Unique idle poses and visual tweaks to her Elemental Burst (Oz glows more dramatically).
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Lore: Perfectly tied to her self-crafted world—the Immernachtreich—and her obsession with fantasy. A visual extension of Fischl's identity.
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F2P Value: Originally free via the Golden Apple Archipelago event in Version 2.8. Now costs 1,680 Genesis Crystals in the shop.
๐ฎ Community Verdict: Widely praised across Reddit and HoYoLAB as the best 4-star skin to date.
Verdict: A must-have for Fischl mains. Stylish, lore-rich, and beautifully animated.
๐ฅ 2. Bennett’s "Adventures in Blazing Hue" (Version 5.8)
A fresh look and fan-favorite upgrade
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Design: Spray-painted hoodie, athletic shorts, fiery decals, and Natlan-themed accessories. More vibrant and expressive than his base outfit.
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Animations: Updated visual effects—like Pyro dust trails on Normal Attacks and a surfboard-style burst tornado. Subtle but slick.
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Lore: Connects to Bennett’s summer misadventures in Natlan, though not as deep as Fischl’s.
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F2P Value: Free during the Sunspray Summer Resort event (until August 18, 2025). Afterward, available for 1,680 Genesis Crystals.
๐ฅ Community Verdict: Praised for improving his outdated look. Some call it the “first 4★ skin that actually feels like an upgrade.”
Verdict: A solid glow-up—especially if you use Bennett in meta teams.
๐ฅ 3. Kaeya’s "Sailwind Shadow" (Version 3.8)
Understated charm with subtle lore hints
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Design: A clean Mondstadt naval outfit with white gloves, a flowing cape, and hints at Kaeya’s Khaenri’ah roots (like star-shaped accents).
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Animations: Minor tweaks—cape fluttering, new idle stance—but no combat effects.
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Lore: Symbolically nods to Kaeya’s dual heritage, though no direct story impact.
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F2P Value: Originally free in the Secret Summer Paradise event. Now also 1,680 Genesis Crystals.
๐จ️ Community Verdict: Stylish but low-impact. Less talked about in recent updates.
Verdict: Best for Kaeya fans, but lacks the punch of Fischl or Bennett’s skins.
⚖️ Final Ranking: Best Free Genshin Skins (2025)
| Category | Fischl | Bennett | Kaeya |
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| Visual Design | ๐ Best in class | ๐ฅ Vibrant upgrade | ⚓ Elegant but simple |
| Animations | ⭐ Unique burst & idle | ✨ Light VFX updates | ๐ Minimal |
| Lore Significance | ๐ Deep fantasy tie-in | ๐ Summer-themed cameo | ๐ต️♂️ Symbolic only |
| F2P Accessibility | ๐ Past event only | ๐ Still free in 5.8 | ๐ Previously free |
๐ง TL;DR – Which Skin Should You Prioritize?
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For Lore & Style: Go with Fischl.
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For Meta Use & Fun Vibes: Grab Bennett while it's still free.
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For Aesthetic Simplicity: Kaeya’s skin is clean and thematic but subtle.
๐ Missed the event? All three are available in the shop for 1,680 Genesis Crystals each.
๐ฃ Vote for Your Favorite Skin!
Which skin do you like the most?
| Skin Name | Community Rating |
|---|---|
| Fischl’s "Ein Immernachtstraum" | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Bennett’s "Adventures in Blazing Hue" | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Kaeya’s "Sailwind Shadow" | ⭐⭐⭐ |
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