Genshin Impact Version 6.1 (Luna II) – Release Date, Banners, and Everything We Know

Genshin Impact Version 6.1 (Luna II) arrives October 22, 2025, bringing Nefer’s debut, rerun banners for Zhongli and Arlecchino, new weapons, Archon quests, and the Miliastra Wonderland UGC system. Here’s a complete breakdown of all content and events.

🌙 At a Glance – What’s New in Luna II

• 🗓 Release Date: October 22, 2025 (Asia servers)
• ⭐ New Character: Nefer (5★ Dendro Catalyst)
• 🔁 Reruns: Furina, Zhongli, Arlecchino
• ⚔️ New Weapons: Reliquary of Truth, Dawning Frost, Moonweaver’s Dawn, Sacrificer’s Staff
• 🧊 New Boss: Frostnight Herra in Nod-Krai
• 🎮 Feature Launch: Miliastra Wonderland UGC system
• 🎉 Major Events: Ruins Exploration, Saurian Sojourn, Dance Dance Dynamic Disco, Overflowing Abundance

🕒 Genshin Impact Version 6.1 Release Date and Maintenance

Genshin Impact Version 6.1 releases on October 22, 2025, immediately after the Luna I Phase 2 concludes. Maintenance typically lasts five hours, after which players can claim compensation Primogems.

North America	October 21 2025 – 6 PM to 11 PM (UTC-5)
Europe	October 22 2025 – 12 AM to 5 AM (UTC +1)
Asia / TW / HK / MO	October 22 2025 – 7 AM to 12 PM (UTC +8)

During downtime, HoYoverse rolls out patch files, and new banners unlock once servers reopen.

🌕 Genshin Impact 6.1 Banners – All Characters and Weapons

Phase 1 (Oct 22 – Nov 11 2025)

• Character Banners: Nefer (debut) and Furina (rerun)
• Weapon Banner: Reliquary of Truth (5★ Catalyst), Splendor of Tranquil Waters (5★ Catalyst)

Phase 2 (Nov 11 – Dec 2 2025)

• Character Banners: Zhongli (rerun) and Arlecchino (rerun)
• Weapon Banner: Vortex Vanquisher (5★ Polearm), Crimson Moon’s Semblance (5★ Claymore)

🌿 New Character – Nefer the Dendro Visionary

Nefer is the first 5★ Dendro Catalyst wielder introduced since Nahida. She channels “Lunar Bloom,” a mechanic amplifying Dendro reaction damage with rhythmic pulses synced to charged attacks.

Players describe her playstyle as “a conductor between Nahida and Furina,” balancing elemental reactions with teamwide healing bursts. Early leaks suggest her passive enhances Bloom and Hyperbloom chains by 10–15%.

📜 Archon Quests – The Song of the Welkin Moon Continues

Version 6.1 deepens Mondstadt’s lore through two new Archon quests:

• Act III – “A Nation That Doesn’t Exist”
  • Reveals secrets about a lost Dendro order within the Luna civilization.
• Act IV – “An Elegy for Faded Moonlight”
  • Serves as a reprise to the Welkin Moon chapter, unfolding political turmoil in Nod-Krai.

Each quest features cinematic storytelling with full voiceovers and dynamic weather systems unique to the region.

⚔️ New Weapons in Version 6.1

Reliquary of Truth	Catalyst	★★★★★	Nefer’s signature; boosts reaction damage and energy regen after elemental skill hit.
Dawning Frost	Catalyst	★★★★	Chance to freeze small enemies when CRIT is triggered.
Moonweaver’s Dawn	Sword	★★★★	Quest reward from “Polkka Beneath the Moon’s Oracle.”
Sacrificer’s Staff	Polearm	★★★★	Refreshes elemental skill cooldown similar to Sacrificial Series.

Weapon banner rotation mirrors character phases for maximum pull synergy.

❄️ New Boss – Frostnight Herra

The Frostnight Herra is a majestic ice-armored creature dwelling in Nod-Krai’s frozen chambers.

Frostnight Herra is a field boss dropping Nefer’s ascension materials and rare crystals used for new weapons.

Its attack pattern alternates between slow ice spikes and sudden flash-freezes, demanding precise dodges rather than shield spamming. Rewards include the “Herra’s Heart Shard,” a core material for Dendro Catalysts.

🧩 Miliastra Wonderland – The UGC Revolution

Perhaps the most anticipated addition in Genshin Impact version 6.1 is the launch of Miliastra Wonderland, a creative sandbox that lets players build custom worlds and share them globally.

What is Miliastra Wonderland?

It’s a User-Generated Content (UGC) system similar to Roblox or Minecraft Realms but with Genshin’s art direction and physics. Players can design maps, set NPC scripts, add combat events, and invite friends to explore.

The Manekin Character

A customizable avatar called the Manekin serves as your Wonderland explorer. You can choose male or female versions and outfit them through two new banners: Encounter Echoes and Phantom Night Candlelight.

🎯 Major Events in Version 6.1

Ruins Exploration: Fieldwise Center	Solve desert mysteries and puzzles with Sumeru researchers.	Free Collei + Primogems + Talent books
Saurian Sojourn	Partner with your Saurian companion to clear combat trials.	Hero’s Wit + Weapon Ore
Dance Dance Dynamic Disco	Rhythm-based co-op event testing timing and style.	Mora + Crown of Insight
Overflowing Abundance	Resource bonus event; double drop for talent and weapon domains.	Farming efficiency boost

Events rotate every two weeks to sustain engagement and Primogem supply.

🔍 When Will the Next Genshin Impact Update Arrive?

Based on HoYoverse’s standard six-week cycle, Version 6.2 should arrive around December 3, 2025. Expect early leaks by mid-November and an official livestream two weeks prior. Keep your resin stocked and artifact routes planned.

🧠 Pro Tips for Preparing for Genshin Impact 6.1

1. Save Primogems: Prioritize Nefer or reruns by team synergy.
2. Farm Dendro Materials: Stock up on Nagadus Emeralds and Fungal Spores.
3. Pre-Level Weapons: Enhance existing Catalysts to boost Reliquary compatibility.
4. Complete Archon Quests: Required for access to Luna II storyline.
5. Backup Artifacts: Dendro reaction sets will gain new value with Nefer.

💬 FAQs about Genshin Impact Version 6.1