Genshin Impact Version Luna V, “Song of the Welkin Moon: Variation — Homeward, He Who Caught the Wind,” will launch on February 25, inviting players to return to Mondstadt, the land where their journey first began. The update also marks the long-awaited debut of Varka, who will officially join the roster as a playable character.
Introducing Varka
Varka, Grand Master of the Knights of Favonius and Knight of Boreas, finally makes his long-awaited debut as a 5-star Anemo claymore wielder. Players can explore his story in greater depth through his Story Quest, where the Great Wolf King of the North faces an unprecedented crisis.
Varka’s dual-wielding style lets him deal two Elemental DMG types at once for versatile combat. His Elemental Skill boosts Normal Attacks, converting his right-hand claymore to Pyro, Hydro, Electro, or Cryo based on teammates, while his left-hand claymore deals Anemo DMG. Enhanced Normal Attacks let him trigger a special Elemental Skill or a Stamina-free Charged Attack more often, and his Hexerei effect further increases their usage and overall damage output.
Moreover, after Varka defeats another Wolf Spirit fragment in battle, players can claim a brand-new weapon appearance, available for both of his weapons, free of charge.
Varka will be accompanied by a re-run of Flins during the first phase of the Event Wishes, followed by re-runs of Skirk and Escoffier in the second phase. A Chronicled Wish featuring Mondstadt characters will also make its return.
Gameplay & Events
This update introduces a major flagship event that invites players to reunite with familiar faces in Mondstadt. In the event “Echoes of Memory,” players can explore familiar scenes from past adventures, now with subtle changes that can be recorded with a Spotter Kamera. Another event allows players to reconnect with old acquaintances, while crafting beverages tailored to each character’s personal tastes.
For players seeking a more thrilling experience, this update also introduces special Gliding and Combat Challenges. In the Combat Challenge, players can summon mysterious Knight Shadows to shatter enemy weaknesses and turn the tide of battle. By completing these challenges, players can obtain a crystal ball–inspired weapon appearance, “Phantasmal Gift: Star Omen,” which can be equipped by any Catalyst wielder.
A series of brand-new mini-games will also arrive with the update. These include a special Kamera challenge that invites players to capture iconic sights from their adventures across Natlan, Fontaine, and Sumeru; a strategic defense gameplay mode focused on fending off waves of enemies; as well as new updates to Travelers’ Tales. In Miliastra Wonderland, the new voice feature will officially launch, accompanied by gameplay modes designed around this functionality. In addition, players can obtain a brand-new Manekin/Manekina cosmetic set, “Owl Envoy,” free of charge through in-game events.
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