The open-world action RPG Genshin Impact has already launched its Version 6.2 banners, and all Travelers’ eyes are now set on the next destination—Version 6.3, “Luna IV.”
The highlights of this update are undoubtedly the debut of the long-awaited Fatui Harbinger, “The Damselette” Columbina Hyposelenia, who will arrive as a Hydro support character centered on Lunar Reactions, and the new character “White Horse Adeptus” Zibai, who will introduce a new main DPS playstyle revolving around the Lunar-Crystallize reaction.
All five 5-star characters featured across the Genshin 6.3 banners are closely tied to either the “Lunar” or “Hydro” combat systems, marking another key reinforcement of the core battle ecosystem in the 6.X series.
According to the end time of the 6.2 banners, Version 6.3 is scheduled to be released on Wednesday, January 14, 2026 (UTC/GMT+8).
Version update preview overview
| Item | Main content |
| Release date | North America: January 13, 2026 6:00 PM~11:00 PM (UTC/GMT-5)Europe: January 14, 2026 12:00 AM~5:00 AM (UTC/GMT+1)Asia: January 14, 2026 7:00 AM~12:00 PM (UTC/GMT+8)TW, HK, MO: January 14, 2026 7:00 AM~12:00 PM (UTC/GMT+8) |
| Available Platforms | PC, iOS, Android, PS, and Xbox devices |
| New 5-star character event wishes | Phase 1: Columbina (Hydro, Catalyst)Phase 2: Zibai (Geo, Sword) |
| New 5-star weapon event wishes | Phase 1: “Nocturne’s Curtain Call” (Columbina’s Signature Weapon)Phase 2: “Lightbearing Moonshard” (Zibai’s Signature Weapon) |
| Other new content | New Map Area, New Artifact Sets (“Aubade of Morningstar and Moon”, “Wherever a Breeze Blows”) |
In-depth analysis of new characters
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Columbina
Rarity: ★★★★★
Element: Hydro
Weapon: Catalyst
Columbina’s mechanics are entirely built around the “Lunar Reaction” system. Her core function is to provide high-frequency, sustained Hydro application for the team and directly significantly increase the damage base of Lunar Reactions. Her Elemental Skill “Moon Ring” continuously deals Hydro DMG on the field and accumulates resources whenever the team triggers a Lunar Reaction, leading to a powerful special attack. Her Elemental Burst creates a field that provides a significant Lunar Reaction DMG Bonus to the entire party. With all this in mind, if you already have Lunar Reaction teammates ready, it’s the perfect time to start preparing the Columbina materials in advance.
Zibai
Rarity: ★★★★★
Element: Geo
Weapon: Sword
Zibai is the first main DPS character designed around the “Lunar-Crystallize” reaction. Her core gameplay involves entering an enhanced state via her Elemental Skill, then triggering “Lunar-Crystallize” reaction damage at a high frequency through rapid Normal Attacks and special skills. This reaction damage benefits from both DEF and Elemental Mastery, and Zibai’s talents further enhance its base damage.
Illuga
Rarity: ★★★★
Element: Geo
Weapon: Polearm
Illuga is Zibai’s “dedicated support.” His Elemental Burst grants a buff to the active character. When the character deals Geo or reaction damage, stacks are consumed to increase that damage. If the damage instance is a “Lunar-Crystallize” reaction, the amplification effect receives a massive boost based on Illuga’s own Elemental Mastery. His passive talents also provide additional CRIT Rate, CRIT DMG, and Elemental Mastery to Geo teammates.
Rerun characters
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Neuvillette: Remains among the top-tier carries, featuring a simple yet powerful Charged Attack-focused playstyle. A new outfit will be introduced alongside his rerun.
Ineffa: An excellent off-field Electro Sub-DPS who provides shielding and a powerful team-wide Elemental Mastery buff. She is a premium piece for Flins’s “Lunar-Charged” (Overloaded) teams.
New Artifacts
“Aubade of Morningstar and Moon”:
2-Piece: Increases Elemental Mastery by 80.
4-Piece: Greatly increases Lunar Reaction DMG for characters off-field. This is the best-in-slot artifact set for Columbina and all off-field Lunar Reaction characters, and will be a farming priority after the update.
“Wherever a Breeze Blows”:
2-Piece: ATK +18%. 4-Piece: Provides ATK and CRIT Rate bonuses. This set is more suitable for ATK-scaling characters related to the “Hexenzirkel,” such as Durin and Varka.
In summary, Genshin Impact 6.3 “Luna IV” introduces new strategic depth and team composition possibilities by bringing in Columbina as a system core and the new duo Zibai & Illuga. Travelers should carefully plan their wishes based on their existing roster and available resources that LDShop Platform is happy to provide you.