Bennett has long been hailed as one of the most valuable characters in *Genshin Impact*, maintaining his utility and popularity since the game's inception. His versatility makes him a staple in numerous team compositions. However, with the introduction of Iansan in *Genshin Impact* Version 5.5 on March 26, speculation has arisen about whether she could serve as a replacement for Bennett. Let's delve into how Iansan's abilities stack up against Bennett's.
How Does Iansan’s Kit Compare to Bennett’s in Genshin Impact?
Iansan, a new 4-Star Electro Polearm character from Natlan, steps into the support role with a kit focused on providing damage buffs and healing, much like Bennett. Her Elemental Burst, "The Three Principles of Power," is pivotal in boosting other characters' attack, similar to Bennett's field. However, Iansan's approach is unique. Instead of a static field, she summons a Kinetic Energy Scale that follows your active character, enhancing their ATK based on her Nightsoul Points.
The ATK bonus from Iansan's scale scales differently depending on her Nightsoul Points. If she has less than 42 out of 54 maximum points, the bonus is influenced by both her Nightsoul Points and ATK. When she reaches or exceeds 42 points, the bonus shifts to solely her ATK, emphasizing the importance of building her ATK stat.
A unique aspect of Iansan's scale is that it requires the active character to move, tracking the distance traveled and restoring Nightsoul Points based on that movement. This contrasts with Bennett's stationary field, which provides healing up to 70% HP. While Iansan also heals, Bennett's healing capacity far surpasses hers, and he can heal himself, which Iansan cannot.
Another distinction is elemental infusion. Bennett, at C6, can infuse Pyro into the Normal Attacks of the active character, a feature Iansan lacks with Electro. The impact of this difference depends on your team's elemental composition.
In terms of exploration, Iansan offers unique benefits, such as consuming Nightsoul Points to sprint or jump further without using stamina. However, for Pyro teams, Bennett remains superior due to Elemental Resonance, which boosts ATK by 25% and provides Pyro infusion.
Should You Choose Iansan or Bennett in Genshin Impact?
Iansan's kit bears a striking resemblance to Bennett's, leading some to view her as his "long-lost sister." Rather than directly replacing him, she offers a compelling alternative, particularly useful in secondary team compositions for the Spiral Abyss. Her Kinetic Scale introduces a dynamic playstyle, encouraging movement rather than staying within a fixed area, which is a refreshing change from Bennett's static field.
If you're interested in exploring Iansan's capabilities, you can try her out in Phase I of *Genshin Impact* Version 5.5, launching on March 26.
*Genshin Impact is available to play now.*
