The long-awaited Genshin Impact Version 6.1 “Luna II – An Elegy for Faded Moonlight” has finally arrived, bringing a fresh wave of characters, events, and systems to Teyvat. This update continues the Nod-Krai storyline and introduces one of the most intriguing figures yet—Nefer, head of the Curatorium of Secrets. Alongside her debut, several fan-favorite characters are making a return, giving players a wide range of options for their Primogem savings.
Released on October 22, 2025, the Luna II update will run until December 2, 2025, divided into two phases of banners. Although the update doesn’t expand the world map, it delivers new quests, the Miliastra Wonderland UGC system, a powerful new boss, and multiple returning characters. It also continues the Archon Quest storyline Song of the Welkin Moon: Reprise, deepening the lore of Nod-Krai and the mysterious Lunar phenomena.
Phase 1: Nefer and Furina Light the Stage
Banner Duration: October 22 – November 11, 2025
The first half of Luna II focuses on Nefer, the sole new character of this update. A 5-star Dendro Catalyst DPS, Nefer uses the Lunar-Bloom reaction to deliver high elemental damage. Her Elemental Skill allows her to enter the Shadow Dance state, empowering her Charged Attacks and creating Verdant Dew stacks that convert Bloom cores into Seeds of Deceit for extra burst potential.
Featured Characters (Phase 1):
- Nefer (5★ – Dendro Catalyst) – New Character
- Furina (5★ – Hydro) – Rerun
- Yun Jin (4★ – Geo)
- Rosaria (4★ – Cryo)
- Lynette (4★ – Anemo)
Weapon Banner Highlights:
- Reliquary of Truth (5★ Catalyst) – Nefer’s signature weapon that boosts CRIT DMG and Elemental Mastery.
- Splendor of Tranquil Waters (5★ Sword)
- Plus a lineup of 4-star options: Dawning Frost, Sacrificer’s Staff, Favonius Warbow, and Moonweaver’s Dawn.
Nefer’s synergy with Lunar-Bloom teams cements her as the update’s highlight. Players focusing on Dendro-based compositions will find her mechanics both powerful and visually striking.
Phase 2: The Return of Arlecchino and Zhongli
Banner Duration: November 11 – December 2, 2025
Once Nefer’s banner ends, two heavyweights take the spotlight—Arlecchino and Zhongli.
Featured Characters (Phase 2):
- Arlecchino (5★ – Pyro) – Main DPS rerun
- Zhongli (5★ – Geo) – Top-tier Shielder support
- Lan Yan (4★ – Anemo)
- Yun Jin (4★ – Geo)
- Rosaria (4★ – Cryo)
Weapon Banner Highlights:
- Crimson Moon’s Semblance (5★ Polearm) – Arlecchino’s best-in-slot weapon.
- Vortex Vanquisher (5★ Polearm) – Zhongli’s signature weapon with strong ATK scaling.
- 4-star weapons include Portable Power Saw, Range Gauge, Dragon’s Bane, The Dockhand’s Assistant, and Sacrificial Fragments.
Phase 2 banners cater to players wanting a flexible roster—Arlecchino’s raw Pyro damage and Zhongli’s unmatched defense utility complement almost any team.
New Weapon Highlights
Among the arsenal introduced in Luna II, two weapons stand out:
- Reliquary of Truth (5★ Catalyst) – Boosts CRIT DMG up to 88.2%, with effects that increase Elemental Mastery and CRIT Rate when dealing Lunar-Bloom damage.
- Sacrificer’s Staff (4★ Polearm) – A balanced option granting Energy Recharge and stacking ATK buffs.
- Dawning Frost (4★ Catalyst) – Grants bonus Elemental Mastery after Charged or Skill hits.
These additions expand the pool of Dendro Catalyst and support weapons, ideal for players experimenting with reaction-based teams.
The Frostnight Herra Boss and New Events
Version 6.1 introduces the formidable Frostnight Herra, a new boss essential for Nefer’s ascension materials. It features a unique mechanic called the Gloomveiled state, which boosts resistances and reacts to Lunar damage over time. Players will need strategic timing to break its defenses and avoid its elemental absorption phase.
Additionally, several events accompany the update:
- Ruins Exploration: Fieldwise Center – An obstacle-course and combat hybrid event set in Sumeru.
- Dance Dance Dynamic Disco – A rhythm minigame with music from the Welkin Moon OST.
- Saurian Sojourn – A collaborative event featuring Saurian companions.
- Overflowing Abundance – Increased drops for Weapon and Talent materials.
Miliastra Wonderland: Genshin’s First UGC System
Perhaps the most ambitious addition is Miliastra Wonderland, a permanent UGC mode that lets players design, share, and play custom stages. You can customize a new avatar called the Manekin, create mini-games with editor tools, and even host public lobbies to play with others. This system opens up endless creative possibilities for Genshin’s community.
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Version 6.1 (Luna II) balances new content with nostalgic returns. Nefer brings a fresh mechanic with her Lunar-Bloom playstyle, and the reruns of Furina, Arlecchino, and Zhongli offer chances to complete some of the most versatile teams in the game. Meanwhile, Miliastra Wonderland and its UGC tools add a new dimension to Genshin’s gameplay loop, making Luna II one of the most comprehensive updates in recent memory.
Whether you’re pulling for the mysterious Curatorium leader or waiting for your favorite rerun, Luna II ensures there’s something for every Traveler under the moonlight.
