Genshin Impact 7.0 Leaks Reveal Permanent Sword Weapon Skin and New Vodyanitsa Kit Details for Version 7.1

A new batch of Genshin Impact leaks has uncovered additional gameplay features planned for the Snezhnaya update cycle. The latest information introduces a permanent Sword weapon skin arriving in Version 7.0 and expands on Vodyanitsa's support capabilities, providing a clearer picture of how the upcoming Hydro character is expected to function in Version 7.1.

Permanent Sword Weapon Skin Coming in Version 7.0

One of the more interesting cosmetic additions found in the beta files is a brand new Sword weapon skin.

Early leaks initially caused some confusion regarding the weapon type, with some players believing the cosmetic was designed for Claymore users. However, recent beta information has now confirmed that the skin is exclusively for Sword characters.

• Unlike limited event rewards, this cosmetic is reportedly permanent, allowing players to unlock it at any time after it becomes available.

• According to the leak, the weapon skin can be purchased from the Jack Frost Goodies Shop, a new shop expected to debut alongside Snezhnaya's launch.

• To obtain the cosmetic, players will need to spend 24 Intricately Patterned Buttons, a special currency earned by helping Jack Frosts during exploration. Although the exact activities required to collect this currency have not yet been revealed, the system appears to encourage players to complete regional exploration objectives and interact with Snezhnaya's unique world mechanics.

If accurate, this would become one of the first permanent weapon cosmetics tied directly to regional progression instead of a limited time event.

More Vodyanitsa Kit Details Surface

The latest beta also expands on Vodyanitsa's gameplay, reinforcing her role as one of the premier supports for the new Stellar Swirl mechanic.

According to the leak, whenever the party triggers Stellar Swirl, Vodyanitsa reduces enemies' Anemo Resistance by 40 percent.

• This represents a significant increase compared to earlier reports and further strengthens her synergy with Anemo based Stellar Swirl teams. By lowering enemy Resistance, Vodyanitsa could substantially increase the overall damage output of teammates built around the new reaction system.

• The leak also confirms that Vodyanitsa provides off field Hydro application, allowing her to continuously support elemental reactions without remaining on the battlefield.

• However, there is an important limitation.
  While the team is actively triggering Stellar Swirl, the frequency of her Hydro application is reportedly reduced. Although the exact reason behind this design choice remains unknown, it may represent a balancing measure intended to prevent excessive reaction generation or to encourage more deliberate team rotations.

Another notable mechanic involves how she interacts with Anemo vortex effects.

According to the beta information, Vodyanitsa causes the Anemo vortex or grouping effect created during Stellar Swirl to detonate much more quickly. This unique interaction suggests she may not simply function as a conventional Hydro support but instead directly modifies how the new reaction behaves during combat.

Combined with previous leaks describing her healing, sustain capabilities and support for Cryo characters, these additional mechanics continue to establish Vodyanitsa as one of the central enablers of the Stellar Swirl playstyle expected to define much of the Snezhnaya meta.

Snezhnaya's New Combat System Continues to Take Shape

As more Version 7.1 information emerges, the overall design philosophy behind Stellar Swirl becomes increasingly clear. Rather than relying on a single character, HoYoverse appears to be building an interconnected roster where units such as Odette, Vesna and Vodyanitsa each contribute different pieces of the reaction's overall gameplay loop.

Meanwhile, quality of life additions such as permanent regional cosmetics continue to expand the amount of optional content available for players exploring Snezhnaya.

As always, players should remember that all of this information comes from leaked beta files and remains unofficial. HoYoverse has not confirmed the Sword weapon skin, the Jack Frost Goodies Shop or Vodyanitsa's final abilities, and every feature discussed here is subject to change before the official release of Genshin Impact Versions 7.0 and 7.1.