Just when Travelers thought they had conquered Natlan's challenges, Genshin Impact Version 5.1 is brewing up what might be the most demanding boss battle in Teyvat's history. This mechanical monstrosity isn't just another overworld nuisance—it's practically rewriting the rulebook on team-building requirements. The leaked Automaton boss doesn't just want to fight you; it wants to personally check your character roster before even considering a fair fight.

The RES-Tanking Colossus 🤖

This new Automaton boss laughs in the face of conventional damage dealers with its insane 60% all-elemental resistance in its normal state. That's right—sixty percent! Most bosses would be happy with half that resistance, but this mechanical bully wants to make sure your usual damage dealers feel utterly useless. It's like bringing a water pistol to a volcano fight—you're just gonna end up steamed.

BOSS DEFENSE MECHANICS:

• 60% All Elemental RES (Base State)

• Requires Nightsoul effect activation

• Weak point only accessible via special pillars

• Geo characters specifically recommended

The Children of Echoes Mandatory Tax 👑

Here's where things get really spicy—this boss practically demands you have either Kachina or Xilonen in your party. The Nightsoul effect creates special pillars that can ONLY be climbed using the abilities of the Children of Echoes tribe members. Talk about tribal favoritism! The boss might as well have "ECHOES TRIBE MEMBERS ONLY" written on its metallic forehead.

Available Options (You Don't Have Many):

Character	Rarity	Role	Availability
Kachina	4-star	Geo Support	Free copy given
Xilonen	5-star	Geo Support	Version 5.1 banner

Community Backlash and Resource Dilemma 💸

The player base is, well, let's just say they're not exactly thrilled. Many Travelers who grabbed their free Kachina during recent events are now facing the ultimate gacha dilemma: do they invest precious resources into a character they never wanted to build? It's like being forced to buy insurance for a car you never drive—except the insurance costs Mora, EXP books, and talent materials!

Common Player Complaints:

• 🚫 "I have Kachina but zero intention of building her"

• 💰 "Resource investment feels wasteful with new characters coming"

• 😱 "Please don't put this thing in Spiral Abyss!"

• 🤔 "Is this HoYoverse's way of pushing character sales?"

Xilonen: The Intended Solution? ✨

For those planning to pull for Xilonen in Version 5.1, this boss fight might feel like a walk in the park. Leaks suggest she'll be a flexible Geo support who can slot into various team compositions—conveniently making her the perfect counter to this very specific mechanical menace. It's almost like the stars are aligning... or rather, the corporate strategy is showing.

Xilonen's Rumored Advantages:

• Flexible kit beyond typical Geo supports

• Perfect counter for the new boss mechanics

• Five-star power level for easier clears

• Future-proof for upcoming content

The Unspoken Fear: Spiral Abyss Inclusion 😨

The elephant in the room—or rather, the mechanical giant in the domain—is the terrifying possibility of this boss appearing in Spiral Abyss. Current comments suggest players are collectively crossing their fingers that HoYoverse shows mercy. Because let's be real, nobody wants their 36-star clear depending on whether they built that one specific four-star character they ignored for months.

This boss isn't just changing the meta; it's holding it hostage with very specific demands. Only time will tell if this design philosophy becomes the new normal or remains a controversial experiment in character-specific content.