The upcoming Genshin Impact Version 6.2—codenamed Luna III—is shaping up to be one of the most exciting patches of the year. While this update won’t expand the map, it promises new characters, powerful reruns, refined combat buffs, and a deeper dive into the Song of the Welkin Moon storyline.
Genshin Impact Luna III Release Date
Genshin Impact 6.2 (Luna III) is expected to release on December 3, 2025, following the six-week patch schedule that HoYoverse has maintained since launch.
| Server | Release Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| North America (NA) | December 2 2025 | January 5 2026 |
| Europe (EU) | December 3 2025 | January 6 2026 |
| Asia | December 3 2025 | January 6 2026 |
| TW/HK/MO | December 3 2025 | January 6 2026 |
The update arrives right after the game’s fifth-anniversary events, continuing the Nod-Krai storyline and bridging into Luna IV early next year.
New Characters: Durin and Jahoda
Luna III will debut two fresh faces in Teyvat: the long-awaited Durin and the newcomer Jahoda.
Durin — Pyro Sword (5-Star)
Once the monstrous dragon that attacked Mondstadt, Durin has finally been reborn in human form through Albedo’s alchemical research. In combat, he wields two dynamic states that alter his abilities:
- Confirmation of Purity State: unleashes the Dragon of White Flame dealing AoE Pyro DMG and lowering enemies’ Pyro and reaction RES.
- Denial of Darkness State: summons the Dragon of Dark Decay, focusing on single-target Pyro DMG while boosting Durin’s Vaporize and Melt damage.
These twin stances make Durin a flexible DPS who can pivot between burst AoE and single-target destruction.
Jahoda — Anemo Bow (4-Star)
Jahoda, a loyal yet self-doubting agent under Nefer’s Curatorium of Secrets, brings a unique healing and support playstyle.
Her Elemental Burst summons two Purr-sonal Household Helper Coordinators that restore HP to allies. If healing pushes a teammate above 70% HP, they gain +100 Elemental Mastery for six seconds—creating synergy with reaction-based teams.
Luna III Banners and Reruns
According to early leaks, the Luna III update will run two banner phases:
- Phase 1: Durin (5-Star Pyro Sword) and Varesa rerun
- Phase 2: Venti and Xilonen reruns
Each phase will include weapon banners featuring new 5-star armaments.
New Weapons in Luna III
Three new weapons are expected to debut alongside the characters.
| Name | Rarity | Type | Key Effect |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Erosion | 5-Star | Sword | Boosts Elemental Burst DMG and grants a “Daylight Blade” buff for 3 seconds that further enhances damage. Buff is stronger if the team has the Arcane Rite effect. |
| Dawn of the Distant Hymn | 5-Star | Bow | Grants the “Risen Dawnwind” buff after staying out of combat for 3 seconds, increasing attack and Burst power. |
| Rainstring of the Rainbow Serpent | 4-Star | Bow | Raises ATK for 8 seconds after each successful hit. |
Both Durin and Venti are expected to have signature 5-star weapons within these banners, while the 4-star event Bow should be available for free through limited-time events.
New Enemies and Bosses
Two new enemies will appear in Luna III:
- Super-Heavy Landrover: Mechanized Fortress – a large mechanical boss that drops Durin’s ascension materials.
- Pale-Furred Wolf – a regular monster type whose loot details remain undisclosed.
Buffed Characters in Luna III
HoYoverse plans to breathe new life into several older units. Confirmed or leaked buffs apply to:
- Venti
- Mona
- Klee
- Albedo
- Razor
- Fischl
Additionally, a new party mechanic called Magic: Secret Rite enhances “Magic” characters when two or more are in the same team—similar to a faction buff system centered on Hexenzirkel mages.
Quests and Story Content
Luna III continues the Nod-Krai Archon Quest line and introduces a story chapter tied to Durin’s transformation and the Hexenzirkel’s research. One quest leak, The Witch’s Coursework, involves gaining the Arcane Rite effect for certain characters, encouraging players to experiment with Hexenzirkel team compositions.
Map and Gameplay Changes
Despite speculation, Luna III won’t expand Teyvat’s world map. However, the update will introduce new systems like the Miliastra Wonderland Component Sharing Platform, which lets creators share prefabricated builds to enhance the creative experience within player-made realms.
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While most details stem from trusted leaks, everything is subject to change until HoYoverse confirms it officially. Still, with Durin’s long-awaited arrival, Jahoda’s fresh support mechanics, and a wave of character buffs, Luna III is set to be one of the most anticipated updates in Genshin Impact’s recent history.
Stay tuned for official pre-release streams and event announcements as December approaches.
Key Takeaways
- Release Date: December 3 2025 (global rollout by region).
- New Characters: Durin (5★ Pyro Sword) and Jahoda (4★ Anemo Bow).
- Reruns: Venti, Varesa, and Xilonen.
- New Weapons: Black Erosion (Sword), Dawn of the Distant Hymn (Bow), Rainstring of the Rainbow Serpent (4★ Bow).
- Character Buffs: Venti, Mona, Klee, Albedo, Razor, and Fischl.
