Genshin Impact 7.0 Standard 5-Star Selector, Free Constellation Value, and Two-Gold Start Rumors

Genshin Impact’s pre-Snezhnaya hype is naturally centered on banners, new characters, and future team archetypes. But for a lot of players, especially newer ones, the more important question is much simpler: what free account value might arrive when Version 7.0 begins?

That is why discussion around the possible return of the standard 5-star selector has become so popular. It is not just a wishlist topic. For many players, it could directly affect how they start the next major region, how they choose a carry, and whether they can stabilize an early roster without spending Primogems immediately.

The most viral version of this conversation claims that Travelers may effectively begin the new cycle with the value of two gold-tier rewards: one from the standard 5-star selector and another from a renewed constellation-choice system. That idea is exciting, but it needs careful framing.

What players are actually talking about

The current community discussion usually combines three separate ideas:

a returning standard 5-star selector at the start of the next major version cycle
an 8-character pool that may remain unchanged if no new standard unit is added
a refreshed or continuing constellation selector event that could add extra account value on top

When these three ideas are merged into one short post, the result becomes the popular phrase that players may get “two golds” of value at the start of Version 7.0.

That phrase is catchy, but it is also imprecise. The smarter way to write about it is to separate what seems structurally plausible from what still lacks final official confirmation.

What currently looks relatively grounded

As of July 13, 2026, the following parts of the conversation are the easiest to understand as reasonable:

current reporting still places Genshin Impact in the late Version 6.7 cycle, with the second half expected around July 22, 2026
players are already treating Version 7.0 as the gateway into the Snezhnaya era
past large-cycle behavior has made players expect some form of early major-version account support event
standard 5-star selector logic becomes a natural topic whenever a new major version begins and the standard roster does not obviously expand

In other words, the discussion exists for good reason. The exact implementation is where caution becomes necessary.

What should still be treated as speculative

Here is the cleaner distinction:

Topic	Status as of July 13, 2026
Version 6.7 second half is approaching in late July	Supported by current version-cycle reporting
Players expect more free-value systems when 7.0 begins	Reasonable community expectation
Standard selector could return at major-version start	Plausible, but still not final official confirmation here
The 8-character pool will remain unchanged	Depends on whether HoYoverse adds a new standard unit
Players can effectively start with “two golds”	Community value framing, not official wording
Selector and constellation systems will definitely reset for everyone	Not confirmed

This matters because many players will make saving decisions based on how “guaranteed” this sounds. Right now, it is safer to treat it as a likely-value discussion, not as a locked policy announcement.

Why the standard 5-star selector rumor feels believable

The rumor is gaining traction because it follows a logic many players already accept: when a major content era begins, HoYoverse often has strong incentive to lower the barrier for entry, especially for new or returning players.

That makes a selector event appealing for several reasons:

it helps beginners avoid weak random starts
it gives returning players a reason to re-engage
it lets HoYoverse support the new regional meta without handing out limited banner units
it creates goodwill during a period when many players are saving for future banners

This is why even unconfirmed selector discussions tend to spread rapidly. They speak directly to account planning.

The rumored 8-character pool

The current community interpretation says that if no new standard 5-star is added, the likely selectable roster would remain:

Jean
Diluc
Qiqi
Mona
Keqing
Tighnari
Dehya
Yumemizuki Mizuki

This is one of the easiest parts of the rumor to understand. If the standard pool itself does not change, then the selector pool naturally stays aligned with the available standard 5-star group.

That said, until HoYoverse publishes the final event details, players should still avoid treating the exact list as permanently locked.

Best way for beginners to think about the selector

One of the most useful parts of this discussion is not the rumor itself, but the decision framework it creates for newer players.

For most beginners, there are three broad ways to choose:

Pick by character preference.
If there is one standard 5-star you genuinely love, personal motivation still matters.
Pick a practical early carry or stabilizer.
This helps clear early content more comfortably.
Pick based on the current regional system direction.
This is the most forward-looking choice, and it is why some players are revisiting characters who may fit newer reaction environments better after adjustments.

The third path is where the current meta discussion gets interesting.

Why some players are suddenly talking about Qiqi and Mizuki more seriously

One of the reasons the selector rumor is more than just nostalgia is that some standard characters are being re-evaluated through the lens of newer systems and broader reaction-team discussion.

In current community framing:

Qiqi is no longer treated only as a meme loss outcome, because some players believe newer team environments give her more practical niche value
Mizuki is also being discussed more positively because newer system discussions can increase the value of role compression, flexible support, or newly compatible team shells

This does not mean every beginner should blindly choose Qiqi or Mizuki. It means the older “never pick them” attitude is not as automatic as it once was in certain discussions.

What “two golds” really means

The phrase “extra two golds” sounds dramatic, but players should understand what it actually means in context.

It usually does not mean:

two free limited 5-star banner characters
two direct Intertwined Fate pity claims
two full premium pulls guaranteed from banners

Instead, it usually means players are combining:

one standard 5-star selector
one free constellation-value event or constellation-progress opportunity

From an account-efficiency perspective, that is still a huge deal. It is just important not to misunderstand the claim as literal banner-double-reward language.

Why the constellation event matters almost as much as the selector

The other half of this discussion is the idea that a constellation-related event could continue or refresh in the new version cycle, giving players another major source of account value.

That matters because for many accounts:

a first copy of a standard 5-star solves roster gaps
a free constellation can make an already-owned standard unit much more usable

That is exactly why players describe the combination as a two-step launch package. One reward improves your baseline roster. The other can deepen your investment in a unit you already plan to use.

The only caution is that reset conditions and participation rules are still the part players should wait to verify officially.

How old and new players should think differently

The best selector decision is not the same for everyone.

New players

New players should focus on:

which unit helps the early game most
whether they lack healing, mobility, comfort, or damage
whether they want a flexible unit rather than a narrow specialist

Older players

Older players should focus on:

constellation breakpoints
whether a standard unit has gained value in newer systems
whether saving selector value for account completion is smarter than following hype

This is why no universal “best 8-pick ranking” is ever perfect.

A practical rule if you are unsure

If you are unsure which selector target is best, ask this:

Will this character actually enter my regular team rotation?
Does this choice solve a real account problem?
Am I choosing long-term utility, or only short-term excitement?

If you cannot answer yes to at least one strong practical reason, then the pick may not be as valuable as it feels in the moment.

Planning before Snezhnaya banners begin

Because Version 7.0 is expected to transition players into a long Snezhnaya banner cycle, free account value matters more than usual. A smart selector choice can reduce pressure on your early Primogem spending and make it easier to save for future limited characters.

If you are already planning around Snezhnaya banners, reruns, or early-region team building, you can check Topuplist for recharge options, and Genshin players can go directly to Genshin Impact top up on Topuplist.

Final thoughts

The reason this rumor is resonating so strongly is simple: players want stability before a major regional shift. An 8-choice standard 5-star selector plus meaningful constellation value would be one of the best ways to give that stability.

As of July 13, 2026, the most responsible conclusion is not that every part of the “two gold start” claim is already locked in. It is that the underlying logic is strong, the community expectation is understandable, and new players should absolutely be thinking ahead about how to use any free-value system wisely if it appears.

FAQ

Is the 8-choice standard 5-star selector officially confirmed for Genshin Impact 7.0?

As of July 13, 2026, players should still treat that as a strong community expectation or forecast rather than finalized official event wording unless HoYoverse publishes the exact rules.

Which characters are usually included in the rumored 8-choice selector?

The current community list is Jean, Diluc, Qiqi, Mona, Keqing, Tighnari, Dehya, and Yumemizuki Mizuki, assuming the standard pool does not expand beforehand.

Does “two golds” mean two free limited 5-star characters?

No. In current discussion, it usually means the combined value of a standard 5-star selector plus an additional constellation-related reward opportunity.

Should beginners pick by meta or by preference?

Both are valid, but beginners usually get the safest long-term value by choosing a character they will actually use while also respecting current system trends.