Okay, wow. After all those months of leaks and community debates about Iansan’s rarity and release date, HoYoverse finally dropped the official news! 🎉 She’s confirmed as a four-star Electro Polearm user, arriving alongside the new five-star Varesa in version 5.5. As someone who mains Electro characters and adores flexible supports, I’ve been practically vibrating with excitement since the announcement. That artwork? Stunning. Just look at her! . But let’s dive beyond the hype—her leaked kit paints a fascinating picture.

✨ First Impressions of Iansan's Kit: Jack of All Trades?

Honestly, reading through her abilities felt like unwrapping a layered gift. She brings SO much utility packed into one four-star frame:

• Damage buffs AND off-field healing? That combo alone makes my support-loving heart skip a beat. And get this—both scale purely off her ATK stat, meaning building her feels super straightforward. Slap on that Skyward Spine? Yes please! 🙌

• The movement-based buff extension mechanic? Genius. Imagine sprinting with Yelan or Keqing and watching Iansan’s buffs stretch longer than a Monday work shift. It rewards aggressive, mobile playstyles I adore.

• Her Nightsoul’s Blessing state persisting off-field screams versatility. Exploring Natlan’s volcanic landscapes with passive combat buffs? Sign me up!

But... it’s not all rainbows. My biggest groan? She can’t heal herself. Seriously?! 😩 That means slotting in another healer like Kuki or Kokomi feels almost mandatory unless you’re a dodging god. And those buff durations... girl, they start shorter than my attention span during artifact farming! Plus, some buffs are selfish—only boosting Iansan herself—which feels limiting in co-op. And zero elemental application for teammates? Oof. That stings when Bennett exists.

⚡ Iansan vs. Bennett: The Support Showdown We Didn't Expect

Let's address the Pyro elephant in the room. Everyone’s asking: "Can she dethrone Benny boy?" My take? It’s complicated. On paper, her ATK-scaling buffs and healing mirror his, but key differences shift the meta:

Feature	Iansan	Bennett
Healing Range	Off-field, excludes self & co-op	On-field AoE, includes self
Elemental Infusion	None 😢	Pyro at C6 💥
Team Buff Scope	Some self-only, no co-op	Universal within circle
Resonance Synergy	Electro/Natlan focus	Pyro resonance boost

For Pyro teams? Bennett still reigns supreme—that +25% ATK resonance is irreplaceable. But for Electro hypercarries like Raiden or Cyno? Iansan’s innate synergy feels chef’s kiss. She’s practically tailor-made as a battery, and her healing frees up slots. And Natlan comps? Absolutely her playground. Still... losing Bennett’s universal buff range hurts. It’s a trade-off: niche optimization vs. flexibility.

💥 DPS Potential: A F2P Dream Come True?

Now, here’s where I get genuinely excited. As a low-spender who missed Nahida’s banner, Iansan’s DPS viability feels like a lifeline! All her talents scaling with ATK means you can build her hybrid—swapping between support and main damage seamlessly. No fancy nukes like Eula? True. But among four-stars? She’s poised to be top-tier. Think of her as Fischl meets Jean: consistent Electro damage while buffing your on-fielder.

That ATK focus means even F2P weapons like Crescent Pike or Kitain Cross Spear will shine. Slap on a Gladiator set you’ve hoarded since AR 45, and boom—viable DPS! For players without recent five-stars, she’s not just accessible; she’s empowering. ✊ Still, that self-heal absence haunts her solo potential. Needing a shielder or healer beside her adds team-building friction.

🧭 Final Verdict: Pull or Skip?

So... will I roll for her? Absolutely. Her design alone—fiery Natlan vibes with Electro flair—has me sold. But objectively? She’s a paradox: overloaded kit yet held back by clunky limitations. If you love Electro teams or Natlan characters? She’s borderline essential. Bennett loyalists might shrug. For F2P warriors? She’s a diamond in the rough—raw potential waiting for the right comp. Maybe version 5.5 artifacts will unlock her true power? 🌋 I’m keeping my expectations grounded but hopeful. What about you—ready to sprint into battle with her?