Iansan: The New Bennett Replacement in Genshin Impact?

In *Genshin Impact*, Bennett has long been hailed as one of the game's most valuable characters, consistently finding a place in numerous team compositions since the game's inception. However, with the arrival of Version 5.5 on March 26, players are buzzing about Iansan, a new 4-Star Electro Polearm character from Natlan, who is being touted as a potential "Bennett replacement." Let's delve into how Iansan stacks up against Bennett and whether she truly can take his place.

How Does Iansan’s Kit Compare to Bennett’s in Genshin Impact?

Iansan is designed primarily as a support character, offering both damage buffs and healing, much like Bennett. Her Elemental Burst, "The Three Principles of Power," is central to her support capabilities, but with a twist. Instead of requiring characters to stay within a static field as Bennett's Burst does, Iansan summons a Kinetic Energy Scale that follows the active character, boosting their ATK based on her Nightsoul Points.

If Iansan's Nightsoul Points are below 42 out of a maximum of 54, the ATK bonus scales from both her Nightsoul Points and her ATK. When her Nightsoul Points reach at least 42, the ATK bonus scales solely off her ATK, highlighting the importance of building her with ATK in mind. However, to maintain this buff, the active character must keep moving, as the scale tracks distance traveled and restores Nightsoul Points based on that movement.

While both characters offer healing, Bennett significantly outshines Iansan in this aspect, providing up to 70% HP restoration within his field, whereas Iansan's healing capabilities are less potent. Additionally, Bennett can heal himself, a feature Iansan lacks. Another notable difference is that Bennett can infuse Pyro into the Normal Attacks of the active character at C6, a capability Iansan does not have, which might be a drawback depending on your team's needs.

For exploration, Iansan offers unique advantages. She can use Nightsoul Points to sprint and jump longer distances without consuming stamina, providing more mobility than Bennett. However, Bennett's utility in Pyro teams is unmatched, thanks to Elemental Resonance, which boosts ATK by 25% and provides Pyro infusion.

Should You Choose Iansan or Bennett in Genshin Impact?

Iansan and Bennett share a striking resemblance both visually and in terms of their supportive roles, leading many to call Iansan Bennett's "long-lost sister." However, rather than replacing Bennett, Iansan offers a strong alternative, particularly for secondary teams in challenging content like the Spiral Abyss.

One of Iansan's most significant advantages is her dynamic buff system, which encourages active movement rather than staying within a fixed area, as required by Bennett's Burst. This change can refresh gameplay and offer a strategic edge in certain situations.

Players interested in trying out Iansan can do so during Phase I of *Genshin Impact* Version 5.5, launching on March 26. Whether you opt for Iansan or stick with Bennett, both characters provide robust support options that can enhance your *Genshin Impact* experience.

*Genshin Impact is available to play now.*