Updated on December 2, 2025 at 12:20am: Added announced 4-star banner characters.
Genshin Impact Luna III banners were announced during the Luna III special program livestream.
The tale of Nod-Krai moves forward as the region readies itself for Moon-Prayer Night, a spectacular festival that also marks the Dameselette’s final evening before she ascends to the moon.
Alongside the festivities, Durin—the newly born dragon—makes his long-awaited debut as a playable character, showcasing both of his battle forms. Players can also earn new abilities for Durin and other Hexerei characters by completing special Hexenzirkel-related quests.
Genshin Impact Luna III release date
Genshin Impact Luna IIII goes live on Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
Genshin Impact Luna III: Complete list of characters
Genshin Impact Luna III banners – Phase 1
Durin is a 5-star Pyro sword user with two distinct combat forms, allowing him to flex between team support and powerful DPS.
Once a dragon from the fairytale realm of Simulanka, Durin later gained a human body through Albedo’s alchemy—specifically, the transfer of the original dragon’s heart energy. This unusual rebirth grants him dual abilities:
- One form draws from Simulanka’s pure essence, providing team support by lowering enemy Elemental RES and inflicting AoE Pyro damage.
- The other form is infused with Abyssal power, specializing in high single-target bursts and amplifying his own Vaporize and Melt reaction damage.
Completing his Story Quest uncovers more about Durin’s past and the Hexenzirkel—and rewards players with a unique bonus for him.
A new 4-star character, Jahoda, an Anemo Bow wielder, debuts in version Luna III. She specializes in providing exceptional team-healing and possesses the unique ability to absorb Elements, dealing corresponding damage.
| RARITY | GENSHIN IMPACT LUNA III BANNER PHASE 1 CHARACTERS | ELEMENT | WEAPON |
| 5-star | Durin | Pyro | Sword |
| 5-star | Venti | Anemo | Bow |
| 4-star | Jahoda | Anmeo | Bow |
| 4-star | Benny | Pyro | Sword |
| 4-star | Faruzan | Anemo | Bow |
Phase 1 runs for three weeks from December 3 to 23, 2025.
The new weapon banner for Athame Artis, a 5-star sword that serves as Durin’s signature weapon, and The Daybreak Chronicles, a new bow that sits in Venti’s best-in-slot, also go live in Genshin Impact version Luna III.
Genshin Impact 5.8 banners – Phase 2
| ARITY | GENSHIN IMPACT LUNA III BANNER PHASE 1 CHARACTERS | ELEMENT | WEAPON |
| 5-star | Varesa | Electro | Catalyst |
| 5-star | Xilonen | Geo | Sword |
| 4-star | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| 4-star | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| 4-star | TBD | TBD | TBD |
Phase 1 runs for three weeks from December 24 to January 13, 2025.
New Hexerei characters mechanic
Version Luna III delivers a major expansion centered on Hexerei characters, empowering select characters tied to the Hexenzirkel. By completing Alice’s “Witch’s Homework”, players can elevate Durin, Venti, Klee, Albedo, Mona, Razor, Fischl, and Sucrose into Hexerei characters.
Each quest explores a unique storyline for its character, unlocking special abilities and altering their Constellation effects.
If a party includes at least two Hexerei characters, the Hexerei: Secret Rite effect activates, granting a substantial boost to overall combat performance. For instance, Venti—an Anemo Archon deeply intertwined with the Hexenzirkel—reclaims a hidden power through his quest. When Stormeye is active, his Normal Attacks transform into Windsunder Arrows, piercing targets and potentially extending Stormeye’s duration.
Players can review all enhancement details using the new gadget, The Little Witch’s Dictionary. After finishing the prerequisite quest, they can also freely invite Razor, Fischl, or Sucrose to join their party.
All Version Luna III events
Version Luna III is headlined by the event “Soulblazers’ Snowbound Journey,” which brings players back to Dragonspine.
Through winter-themed minigames, players can earn rewards including an exclusive 4-star weapon, “Rainbow Serpent’s Rain Bow,” Primogems, and other resources.
Back in Nod-Krai, players will find more stories and interactions with the Dameselette awaiting them in Silvermoon Hall. Additionally, the Envisage Echoes challenges will be updated to include Klee’s and Albedo’s echoes as new rewards.
What’s more, the UGC gameplay module Miliastra Wonderland will receive brand-new updates in Version Luna III. The new “Wonderland Resource Center” allows Craftspeople to freely share and obtain resources and creative content via the editing tool.
More rewards can be unlocked in this version, including fun actions, expressions, and free pulls. In addition, a winter-themed Main Hall will also be available to players during this version.
