As 2026 approaches, the world of Teyvat continues to expand, and new characters emerge to shape its ever-evolving meta. Among the most anticipated additions is Chiori, the serious-minded fashion designer from Inazuma who made her debut as an NPC during the Roses and Muskets event in Version 4.3. While officially confirmed to wield a Geo Vision, the details of her combat capabilities have been the subject of fervent speculation within the community. Recent leaks, converging from multiple sources as Version 4.5 draws nearer, paint a fascinating picture of a character whose gameplay mechanics are as intricate and deliberate as the haute couture she creates. These early reports suggest Chiori will be the sole new 5-star character introduced in the update, positioning her as a pivotal figure for Geo teams, an element often seeking fresh synergy and support options.
Chiori's Vision and Alleged Weapon
Chiori's Geo Vision, obtained in Inazuma, dangles from the right side of her kimono's obi belt, notable for its distinct Inazuman casing that sets it apart from Fontaine's designs. This detail strongly implies she will not be aligned with the Arkhe system introduced in the Hydro nation. Regarding her armament, the prevailing leak, as reported by outlets like Sportskeeda, suggests she will be a sword user. This choice of weapon, while not yet universally corroborated by other leaks, would complement her precise and elegant demeanor, much like a master tailor's shears slicing through fabric with unwavering accuracy. Her connection to the blade could be as fundamental as a spine is to a book, providing the structural support for her entire combat style.
Elemental Skill & Burst: A Symphony of Scissors
The core of the leaked gameplay kit revolves around Chiori's manipulation of scissor-like Geo constructs, a thematic reflection of her tailoring profession.
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Elemental Skill: Leaks from sources like Uncle PP describe a skill that summons a yellow scissor shape. This construct gathers enemies in a straight line and deals damage. The skill reportedly has a hold function, allowing the scissors to advance before snapping shut upon release for increased damage and crowd control. This mechanic is echoed in information from leaker White, who also notes the skill's gathering capability. This ability could function like a precise seam, pulling disparate threads—or enemies—into a single, manageable line.
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Elemental Burst: Described as the potential star of her kit, Chiori's Burst involves a short animation of her wielding a large pair of scissors. Following this, three scissors spawn and rotate around her before opening, causing a damaging explosion to nearby enemies. Post-explosion, three scissor symbols materialize behind the active character. White's leaks corroborate the area-of-effect damage and add that the Burst provides a buff to the on-field character. The nature of this buff is hinted at in further details: the scissor symbols are said to enhance Normal Attacks.
Passive Talents & Coordinated Attacks
The leaked Passive Talents further define her supportive role and mechanics:
| Passive Talent Type | Alleged Effect |
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| Combat Passive | Boosts the entire team's Geo DMG while a scissor symbol is active. |
| Utility Passive | Triggers coordinated attacks. With one active scissor, it opens; with two or three, it closes for the attack. These coordinated scissors last 6 seconds, with up to three possible. |
These coordinated attacks are a key indicator of her potential as a sub-DPS. Similar to top-tier off-field supports like Raiden Shogun, Xingqiu, and Yelan, these attacks would allow Chiori to contribute damage and elemental application even when she is not actively on the field.
Chiori's Projected Role: Geo Support & Sub-DPS
Analyzing the collective leaks points to a dual-purpose role for Chiori:
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Geo Support: Her kit is heavily geared towards empowering teammates. The Burst's Normal Attack buff and the Passive Talent's team-wide Geo DMG bonus are classic support tools. This positions her as an ideal partner for Geo main DPS characters who rely on Normal Attacks, such as:
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Arataki Itto
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Navia (whose outfit she designed)
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Potential future Geo attackers
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Sub-DPS: The inclusion of coordinated attacks through her scissor symbols allows her to deal consistent off-field Geo damage. This mechanic, combined with the crowd control from her Skill, means she can set up reactions, provide energy, and chip away at enemy health while another character takes the spotlight.
Her gameplay could be envisioned as a complex loom, where her Skill gathers the threads (enemies), her Burst weaves the pattern (buffs and initial damage), and her Passives provide the enduring, supportive backdrop (off-field coordinated attacks).
Caveats & Future Outlook
⚠️ Important Disclaimer: With Version 4.4's release still on the horizon as of early 2026, these leaks remain speculative. Character kits are frequently adjusted during beta testing. While the convergence of details from multiple sources lends credibility, the final version of Chiori in Genshin Impact 4.5 may differ significantly. Nonetheless, the prospect of a new Geo support/sub-DPS hybrid has generated significant excitement for potentially revitalizing one of the game's more niche elemental rosters. As the release date approaches, more concrete information from official sources or consistent leaks will ultimately reveal the true cut of Chiori's combat capabilities.
