Genshin Impact: What We Know About Mitya and How to Pay for Wishes from Russia

Mitya is one of the most discussed upcoming characters in Genshin Impact. There's still no official banner announcement: the developers haven't confirmed rarity, release date, or exact abilities. Everything available now comes from leaks, rumors, and dataminer breakdowns. For players in Russia, this means one thing: it's time to save Primogems and sort out payment for wishes in advance, because in-game purchases require a foreign card.

What we know about Mitya so far

According to Pockettactics, Mitya is mentioned in leaks as a potential playable character, but there's no official confirmation from HoYoverse. Neither element, weapon, nor team role is known. The voice actor hasn't been announced either — the original article only discusses community speculation.

Important: any leaked dates and banners remain rumors until the official developer stream. Don't buy wishes in advance if you're not ready for the character to arrive later or not at all.

How to pay for wishes and Battle Pass from Russia

Genshin Impact accepts payments through the in-game store, but Russian bank cards don't work there. To top up your balance and buy wishes or the Battle Pass, you need a card from a foreign issuer — virtual or physical.

• Currency: payments are processed in USD, EUR, or another currency based on your account region. Check the current exchange rate and fees on the payment service website.
• Method: a virtual Visa or Mastercard issued by a foreign bank or payment service. Top up the balance and pay for the purchase in-game.
• Account region: if your account is registered in Russia, some payment methods may be unavailable. Check your profile settings.
• Balance: keep extra funds on the card — at least 10–15% above the purchase price to cover possible conversion fees.

Step-by-step: buying wishes with a virtual card

• Issue a virtual card with a service that supports international payments.
• Top it up with the required amount in the payment currency (usually USD or EUR).
• Open Genshin Impact, go to the store, and select the wish pack or Battle Pass you want.
• Enter your card details. If the payment is declined, check that online payments are enabled and that you have enough funds including fees.
• Save the receipt: you'll need it if the purchase doesn't go through and you have to contact support.

Common declines and what to do

• "Payment declined" — most often the card doesn't support international transactions or the balance is insufficient after conversion. Try another card or increase the balance.
• "Region mismatch" — check that the card's issuing country matches your account region. Changing the region in settings sometimes helps, but it's not always safe.
• Money was charged but wishes didn't arrive — don't panic, wait 24 hours. If it doesn't resolve, contact HoYoverse support with your receipt.

Should you wait for Mitya and start saving now

If Mitya interests you, start saving Primogems now. But don't rush to buy wishes before the official announcement: the banner date may shift, and the character may change. Follow official HoYoverse streams — that's where exact dates and banner lineups are announced.

For those playing from Russia, the main question isn't "when will Mitya come out" but "how to pay." A virtual card solves this: you top up the balance and buy wishes without relying on Russian banks. Just keep a buffer on the card and check the fees.

FAQ

When will Mitya be released? There's no official date. Follow HoYoverse announcements — any other timeline remains a rumor.

Can I pay for wishes with a Russian card? No, Russian bank cards don't work in Genshin Impact. You need a card from a foreign issuer, such as a virtual one.

How much should I keep on the card for wishes? The cost depends on the pack and currency. Add 10–15% for conversion fees so the payment isn't declined.

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