Genshin Impact Unveils All Banners for Major Version 6.1 Update

HoYoverse has officially lifted the veil on the highly anticipated Event Wishes for Genshin Impact Version 6.1, a patch titled “An Elegy for Faded Moonlight” (or “Luna II” in the new region’s cycle). The full banner schedule, set to begin on October 22, 2025, has confirmed a powerhouse lineup that is arguably one of the most compelling and high-value releases in the game’s history. With one brand-new 5-Star character debuting alongside three of the most sought-after Archons and Harbinger units, players worldwide are in a frenzy of Primogem planning for this massive content update.

The Version 6.1 banners will be split into two distinct phases, each offering a unique pairing of a new or returning 5-Star limited character. This news, hot off the heels of the recent Special Program Livestream, has cemented the next few weeks as a critical period for both free-to-play and high-spending players looking to optimize their character roster for the challenging new content in the Nod-Krai region.

Phase 1: The New Hypercarry Meets the Hydro Archon

The first phase of Genshin Impact Version 6.1, which runs from October 22 to November 11, 2025, is an instant meta-defining bracket. It features the debut of a much-anticipated new character alongside the return of a world-class support unit:

• “Temptation of the Crimson Sands” Event Wish: Introducing the new 5-Star Dendro Catalyst user, Nefer.
• “Chanson of Many Waters” Event Wish: A highly-requested rerun for the Hydro Archon, Furina (5-Star Hydro Sword).

Nefer is revealed to be a powerful on-field Dendro Main DPS whose kit is deeply integrated with the new Lunar-Bloom reaction introduced in the Nod-Krai region. Her playstyle centers around generating unique “Shadow Dance” stacks by triggering Lunar-Bloom, which she then consumes to unleash devastating Enhanced Charged Attacks. This focus on a niche, yet potent, reaction makes her an immediate target for players dedicated to Elemental Reaction team compositions. Her signature weapon, the new 5-Star Catalyst “Reliquary of Truth,” is also featured on the concurrent Epitome Invocation Weapon Banner, promising significant buffs to CRIT Rate, Elemental Mastery, and CRIT DMG for the new Dendro Hypercarry.

The strategic pairing of Nefer with Furina is a masterstroke by HoYoverse. Furina, renowned as one of the game’s most powerful Hydro Sub-DPS and universal buffer units, provides the exceptional off-field Hydro application and party-wide damage amplification essential for maximizing Nefer’s Lunar-Bloom reactions. For players looking to invest in the latest power creep and build a top-tier Lunar-Bloom team, this first phase presents an unparalleled, high-synergy banner investment opportunity.

Phase 2: Archon and Harbinger Reruns—A Lineup of Power

Following the first phase, the banners from November 12 to December 2, 2025, maintain the high-stakes pressure with the return of two juggernaut characters who dominate their respective roles:

• “The Hearth’s Ashen Shadow” Event Wish: Rerun for the Fatui Harbinger Arlecchino (5-Star Pyro Polearm).
• “Gentry of Hermitage” Event Wish: Rerun for the Geo Archon, Zhongli (5-Star Geo Polearm).

The second phase is notable for featuring both a major Archon and a powerful Fatui Harbinger in the same release cycle. Arlecchino, a formidable Pyro Main DPS whose gameplay revolves around the self-harming “Bond of Life” mechanic for massive damage output, remains a top-tier DPS choice. Her power and intricate playstyle ensure a high draw for those seeking to maximize Pyro damage in the end-game content.

Meanwhile, the return of Zhongli offers an unmissable chance for players to acquire the game’s premier Shield Support unit. His near-indestructible shield provides unmatched team sustain and a universal Resistance Shred, a utility that is invaluable in any team composition, including those centered around the new damage-over-time (DOT) and Bond of Life mechanics. The strategic synergy here is that Zhongli’s unparalleled shielding capacity is the perfect foil for Arlecchino’s high-risk, high-reward DPS approach, making this a highly desirable pairing for many whaling or dedicated players.

Industry Impact and High-Value “Double Archon” Cycle

This Version 6.1 banner lineup is exceptional for two main reasons. Firstly, the pairing of a new Dendro hypercarry with the Hydro Archon creates an immediate, highly synergistic team building opportunity. Secondly, this marks a rare instance where two of Teyvat’s beloved Archons, Furina and Zhongli, are featured in reruns within the same patch cycle. This concentration of must-pull, premium characters has the potential to break existing gacha revenue records, given the immense popularity and utility of all four 5-Star units.

Players are advised to carefully manage their Intertwined Fates and Primogems. Whether your focus is on acquiring the latest meta-defining Dendro DPS in Nefer, securing the fundamental Hydro and Shield supports in Furina and Zhongli, or adding the formidable Pyro power of Arlecchino, Version 6.1 demands a calculated wishing strategy. The simultaneous availability of such high-value characters ensures the next six weeks will be an exciting, and potentially expensive, time for the Genshin Impact community.