The Primogem dilemma is real. Two top-tier Cryo 5-stars are running simultaneously in Genshin Impact Version 6.4 Phase 2 — and with the banner closing on April 7, 2026, the clock is ticking. So should you pull Skirk, Escoffier, or both? Here’s everything you need to make the right call.
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Skirk vs Escoffier — Quick Comparison
| Detail | Skirk | Escoffier |
|---|---|---|
| Rarity | 5-Star | 5-Star |
| Element | Cryo | Cryo |
| Weapon | Sword | Polearm |
| Role | Main DPS | Sub-DPS / Support |
| Best With | Escoffier + Furina | Any Cryo or Hydro team |
| F2P Friendly? | Moderate | High |
| Banner Period | March 17 – April 7, 2026 | March 17 – April 7, 2026 |
Skirk vs Escoffier: The Honest Pull Advice
Skirk is one of the strongest main DPS units currently in the game — a ferocious swordmaster with ties to the Abyss and a high-ceiling kit built around Cryo and Freeze reactions. However, she comes with a major caveat: without Escoffier, she loses a huge portion of her combat capability. Destructoid She is best paired with both Escoffier and Furina for maximum performance.
Escoffier, on the other hand, is the true Swiss Army Knife of Version 6.4. She functions as an excellent healer, off-field Cryo applicator, and debuffer, while her 55% Cryo and Hydro RES shred benefits any Cryo or Hydro DPS unit Destructoid — not just Skirk. She’s flexible, beginner-friendly, and works effectively even without her signature weapon.
Who Should You Pull?
Pull Escoffier if: You want a versatile support who works across multiple teams right now, even without Skirk. She immediately upgrades Cryo carries like Ayaka, Ganyu, or Wriothesley.
Pull Skirk if: You already own Escoffier (or Furina), as her damage skyrockets with the right support. Without Escoffier, Skirk’s damage drops by roughly one-third Unscramble It — making her a riskier solo pull.
Pull both if: You can afford it. Their strength is mutually interdependent — pulling just one is considered a massive waste by many players. Unscramble It
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FAQs
Q: Should I pull Skirk or Escoffier in Genshin Impact 6.4 Phase 2?
If you can only pull one, Escoffier offers more immediate value across multiple teams. Pull Skirk only if you already have Escoffier or Furina to unlock her full damage potential.
Q: When do the Skirk and Escoffier banners end in Genshin Impact?
Both banners run during Genshin Impact Version 6.4 Phase 2 from March 17 to April 7, 2026 — so plan your Primogems before time runs out.
