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CARDArknights: Endfield 1.6 Banner Predictions
Version 1.5, “Snowy Solitude, Hidden Dream,” is still underway (Thephlos’ banner runs until September 30, while the second-half Yvonne rerun has been moved forward to September 24), but discussion of Version 1.6 has already spread throughout the community.
Based on current information and the usual version schedule, Version 1.5 is a transitional update lasting into early October, while Version 1.6 will be the core update that follows it. Some players have estimated that Version 1.6 will launch around October 15 based on the schedule for Sanity Supply events. With a new main story, new characters, and the conclusion of the Wuling arc, it is expected to be considerably more content-heavy than Version 1.5.
If you are still unsure whether to spend more on the Version 1.5 banners, it may be safer to wait for the Version 1.6 preview before deciding~
Estimated Version 1.6 Release Date
According to estimates from the NGA player community, and based on version patterns and the cycle of Sanity Supply events, Version 1.5 will last approximately 44 days. Thephlos’ banner will end on September 30, while the second-half Yvonne rerun banner will open early on September 24.
Based on this, Version 1.6 is highly likely to launch officially around October 15, with an estimated duration of 42 days.
| Item | Estimated Time |
| End of Version 1.5 | Mid-October |
| Version 1.6 launch | Around October 15 |
| Version positioning | Core update (the finale of the Wuling arc) |
As for the preview livestream, some players speculate that the Version 1.6 preview may be scheduled for October 9, the second working day after the National Day holiday. The version content announcement could be released on October 10, followed by the official launch on October 15.
Character Release Predictions: Sǐ and Xiaocong Arrive in Succession
Based on the “Future Version Preview” shown during the Version 1.5 preview livestream and speculation from multiple communities, Version 1.6 will introduce two important characters.
Sǐ - Xiaocong (first-half banner) - The Feranmut Proxy finally arrives
Sǐ is one of the characters most likely to be released in Version 1.6. Cross-checking information from multiple sources, Sǐ has been teased by the official team several times since the Version 1.2 preview, but has never been playable. She was mentioned during the 1.2 livestream, formally appeared and played an important role in the Version 1.4 story “Toward the Abyss,” and appeared again in the “Future Character Preview” for Version 1.5.
Character background: Sǐ is the thirteenth proxy of the Feranmut “Sui.” Her identity is a Feranmut Proxy, and she appears as a green-haired woman with dragon horns. This led players to nickname her “Xiaocong,” meaning “little scallion.” In the Version 1.4 story, she appeared at Yinglong Pass, guided the Administrator through the final enhancement of the “Shurang Instrument,” and helped treat the injuries the Administrator suffered while fighting Alekhe...rios.
Release prediction: Several analysts have pointed out that Sǐ’s release schedule resembles “Thephlos’ pattern”: she appears in the story first and becomes playable within the following two versions. Following this pattern, Xiaocong is highly likely to be the featured character on the first-half banner of Version 1.6.
Yeminghui (second-half banner) - Guide to a New Region
According to the Version 1.6 schedule projections from the NGA community, the second-half banner may feature a new character. Players have temporarily nicknamed the character “Ma Ge,” and based on earlier insider reports and speculation, her real name is Yeminghui.
Reveal history: The character was first hinted at during the Version 1.3 preview livestream. The Version 1.4 preview then revealed her concept art and name, fitting the pattern of characters becoming playable within two versions after being shown in a preview. She is highly likely to be the main new character of the first half of Version 1.6 and may participate in the Version 1.6 main story rather than simply arriving as a surprise character.
Predicted role: The community speculates that she may be an Electric Vanguard who could synergize with existing Electric teams. However, some players have noted that current Electric teams should still function normally even without pulling for her.
Version Positioning: The Finale of the Wuling Arc, Preparing the Way for 2.0
Based on the version pacing analyzed by the player community, Endfield follows an alternating pattern of “core update → transitional update”: 1.3 (core) → 1.4 (core, decisive Wuling battle) → 1.5 (transitional) → 1.6 (core, finale of the Wuling arc) → 1.7 (transitional) → 1.8 (core update connecting to a new region).
As the concluding update of the Wuling arc, Version 1.6 is expected to include:
▲ The conclusion of the Wuling main story and answers to remaining mysteries
▲ A new area or map opening alongside the story
▲ An approximately 42-day version with more content than Version 1.5
▲ The “Gaseous” material system from Integrated Industries in Version 1.4, along with the permanent seasonal mode “Echoes of War”
If you are not particularly interested in the Version 1.5 second-half rerun character, Yvonne, you can save your resources for the Version 1.6 characters.
Resource Planning and Pull Recommendations
| Your Situation | Recommendation |
| Already invested in the first half of Version 1.5 (Thephlos) | Stop and wait for more information; the Version 1.6 core update is more worth anticipating |
| Considering the second half of Version 1.5 (Yvonne rerun) | Pull if you lack a core unit for the Cold team and have Tangtang/Bieli; otherwise, skip and wait for Version 1.6 |
| Want to pull for Sǐ | Start saving pulls now and go for her in the first half of Version 1.6 |
| Want to pull for Xiaocong (Yeminghui) | Wait for the Version 1.6 preview to confirm her role and story involvement before deciding |
Pity Carryover Reminder: Under the new rules, the guaranteed pity for future character and weapon banners can be carried over. This means that if you built pity during Version 1.5 without obtaining a 6-star, your progress can carry directly into Version 1.6, so nothing is wasted. However, refer to the official announcement for the exact pity rules.
Schedule: Version 1.6 is expected to launch on October 15, approximately five weeks from now. The Yvonne rerun will take place during the second half of Version 1.5, so if you decide to skip it, you can focus on saving pulls.
Version 1.5 is progressing steadily, but Version 1.6 is the core update that truly deserves attention next. Sǐ’s release in the first half and Xiaocong’s arrival in the second half are nearly confirmed. Combined with the conclusion of the Wuling main story and the opening of a new area, the amount of content is worth looking forward to.
If your resources are limited, consider waiting on the Yvonne rerun in the second half of Version 1.5 and focusing on the new characters in Version 1.6. The new version is coming around October 15.
Kardz Top-Up Recommendation: A Safe and Efficient Way to Replenish Resources
Version 1.6 will introduce both Sǐ and Xiaocong, and as the core update concluding the Wuling arc, it may require a considerable number of pulls. If you play on the international or Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan servers, you can use Kardz to top up Originium and prepare for Version 1.6 in advance. Kardz supports direct Originium top-ups for the international version of Arknights: Endfield via UID. You do not need to provide your account password, the price is lower than official channels, and delivery usually takes only a few minutes.
How to use it:
1: Visit the Kardz official website (kardz.com), search for “Arknights Endfield” or “明日方舟终末地.” If you prefer a quicker option, simply click the product card below to purchase directly;
2: Select the Originium package you need;
3: Enter your game UID, choose a payment method, and complete the payment;
4: The Originium will be automatically added to your game account shortly;
Friendly reminder: Before topping up, make sure that your server and UID are correct to avoid any inconvenience. The direct top-up method only requires your UID and is a relatively safe option. Limited-time promotions are often available around major version updates, so check the official website for available coupons before placing an order.
Good luck with your Version 1.6 pulls, Administrators, and may your new characters join your roster soon!
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