Last week, publisher HoYoverse announced that their latest game update, Version Luna IV “A Traveler on a Winter’s Night”, will arrive at the door of their free-to-play open-world action-adventure role-playing game title ‘Genshin Impact’ on 14 January. This update brings about a conclusion to the current story arc on Nod-Krai as Travelers face Il Dottore once and for all, all the while bringing anticipated characters Columbina/Zibai/Illuga as well as a new elemental reaction. Luna IV also expands the map of Nod-Krai further north, bringing about new places to explore when you’re not tackling the new Lantern Rite story alongside other festive events. Plus, the UGC mode “Miliastra Wonderland” sees continued refinements and content additions.
By finishing the latest events in Nod-Krai, players can finally get the Traveler a new pair of clothes. Please do so ASAP as they’ve not showered in years.
Ineffa will be rerunning this coming patch in the first phase of things followed by Furina’s better half Neuvillette in the second run of things.
Have a gander below for more details on Genshin Impact’s Luna IV version update. This game is available on PC via HoYoPlay, Xbox Series, PlayStation consoles, iOS, and Android via Google Play/Galaxy Store. The game is also playable over XCloud for users with a Game Pass Ultimate subscription. Genshin Impact supports crossplay and cross-saving across all platforms.
As tensions in Nod-Krai approach a critical threshold, the latest Archon Quest reaches its dramatic climax. After seizing the power of the Moon Marrows, Il Dottore presses forward with his research, setting the stage for an inevitable showdown against the Traveler and their allies. Empowered by this unprecedented force, he draws the battle into his twisted domain where the rules of reality are upended and chaos is meticulously orchestrated. Upon completing this Archon Quest, the Traveler will unlock a brand-new outfit, offering deeper insight into their personal journey and evolving understanding of elemental power.
Columbina Hyposelenia, widely known as the Moon Maiden, now joins the battlefield as a 5-star Hydro Catalyst wielder, offering potent support centered around Lunar Reactions. Through her unique skill set, Columbina can trigger coordinated Lunar Reaction DMG even while off-field, while her special ability, Lunar Domain, enhances all Lunar Reactions with a general DMG Bonus and a range of powerful effects.
The Lunar Domain can summon additional thundercloud strikes for Lunar-Charged reactions, generate extra resources for Lunar-Bloom reactions, and increase the number of Moondrift attacks for the new Lunar-Crystallize reactions. In addition, she can convert Electro-Charged, Bloom, and Hydro Crystallize reactions into Lunar Reactions and, during the adventure in Nod-Krai, even revive a fallen teammate, allowing allies to fight side by side under the moon’s blessing.
Version Luna IV also introduces Lunar-Crystallize, a brand-new elemental reaction triggered when Geo meets Hydro under specific conditions. This reaction summons three Moondrifts near enemies, and after being triggered three times, it activates Moondrift Harmony, dealing Geo DMG to nearby foes with a chance to land CRIT Hits.
While Columbina offers powerful support for the Lunar-Crystallize reaction, the new 5-star Geo Sword wielder Zibai, known as the White Horse Adeptus in Liyue’s books and folktales, brings its potential to even greater heights. By entering a special state and building up unique energy, Zibai can unleash a powerful Elemental Skill that deals Lunar-Crystallize DMG. As more Lunar-Crystallize reactions are triggered, both the frequency and damage of this skill increase, allowing Zibai to dominate the battlefield with relentless assaults.
In Version Luna IV’s Event Wishes, the first phase will feature Columbina alongside a rerun of Ineffa, and the second phase will introduce Zibai and Illuga, a new four-star Geo Lightkeeper who fights with a polearm and battles alongside a messenger bird, together with a rerun of Neuvillette. Additionally, Neuvillette’s new outfit will be available in the shop for a limited time at a discounted price.
Nod-Krai expands northward for the first time, unveiling Piramida, the headquarters of the Lightkeepers, overlooking the western Pillar of Embla and the Kipumaki Cliff, where the Wild Hunt still lurks. In a new World Quest, players will join forces with the Lightkeepers and Illuga to continue the fight against the Wild Hunt.
Back in Liyue, the annual Lantern Rite returns with a vibrant array of events, generous rewards, and stories of the Adepti. This year’s tale unfolds under the celestial signs of Zhanzhu the Moon-Devourer, revealing how the long-reclusive White Horse Adeptus, Zibai, steps once more into the mortal world. During the celebration, players can place special Xiao Lanterns throughout Liyue Harbor, inscribe them with heartfelt wishes to share with others, collect Fortune Coins from Auspicious Treasure Trees to exchange for special gifts, and enjoy a variety of festive mini-games.
Version Luna IV also brings a generous lineup of free rewards, including 1,600 Primogems delivered via in-game mail, 10 Intertwined Fates from a login event, a brand-new outfit for Yaoyao available through the Lantern Rite event, and the chance to invite one four-star Liyue character for free. Players will also receive a special horse mascot cosmetic set via in-game mail and can obtain additional rewards from events.
Beyond the generous rewards, Miliastra Wonderland also introduces a brand-new Classic Mode, allowing players to invite select characters from Teyvat to join them on stage adventures. Additionally, players can support the Craftspeople by purchasing the Colorful Surprise Box, which unlocks extra gameplay experiences.
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