Genshin Impact Luna I (Version 6.0) Guide: New Characters, Map, and Features
Genshin Impact Luna I is the highly anticipated 6.0 update released in September 2025, bringing the vibrant region of Nod-Krai and a trio of powerful new characters to the world of Teyvat. This guide covers everything you need to know about the Luna I update: new map expansion, characters like Lauma and Flins, weapon banners, gameplay features, and how this patch reshapes the meta for players both new and veteran.
What’s New in Genshin Impact Luna I?
New Region: Nod-Krai
The sprawling lands of Nod-Krai make up the new map content for Luna I. This region features mysterious landscapes, deep lore steeped in the Frostmoon Scion traditions, and new mechanics like the Golden Carp’s Leap—a fast-traveling technique using adeptal powers across rivers and cliffs unique to this area.
Players can explore:
- Frostmoon Enclave, a snowy area with new enemy types and resource nodes
- Industrial Nasha Town, home to engineer characters and new questlines.
New Characters in Luna I
Lauma (5-Star Dendro Catalyst)
- Lauma is a powerful Dendro support who revolutionizes Bloom reactions, introducing Lunar-Bloom, a crit-friendly bloom-related effect.
- Provides Dendro and Hydro RES shredding, useful for maximizing team elemental damage.
- Ideal for hyperbloom, bloom, or burgeon team compositions.
Flins (5-Star Electro Polearm)
- Flins serves as an on-field Electro DPS focusing on Lunar-Charged attacks with his unique Manifest Flame state.
- Excels in high-frequency elemental bursts and synergizes with reaction-heavy teams.
- His Lunar-Charged elemental burst forms core rotation strategies in 6.0.
Aino (4-Star Hydro Claymore)
- Aino is a free-to-play 4-star character praised for her Hydro application and healing support.
- Brings easy access to Hydro status for reaction triggers and sustains her team well during prolonged fights.
Luna I Weapon Banner & Builds
- Signature weapon banners feature Nightweaver’s Looking Glass Bloodsoaked Ruins (Lauma’s Catalyst) and the Signature Polearm for Flins.
- A new 4-star sword, the City Sword, is also making its debut in this update.
- Players should prepare for these banners by gathering Primogems, as these weapons drastically enhance the new characters’ power ceilings.
Gameplay Features and Meta Shifts
- The Imaginarium Theater returns with new story chapters featuring Nod-Krai characters and lore.
- Version Luna I introduces the Elemental Moonsign, a system to further customize character buffs.
- Bloom-related reaction builds receive a massive upgrade with Lauma, changing the dynamics of late-game teams.
- Electro team compositions adapt with Flins bringing fresh mechanics around Lunar-Charged bursts.
How to Prepare for Luna I Update
- Stockpile essential resources: Ascension materials for new polearm and catalyst weapons.
- Farm event currencies and primogems for the character banners.
- Get familiar with the Nod-Krai map and its key exploration points to maximize efficiency.
- Plan your team compositions around Lunar-Bloom, Lunar-Charged, and Hydro/Electro synergies.
FAQs About Genshin Impact Luna I
Q: When was Luna I released?
A: Luna I (Version 6.0) launched on September 10th, 2025.
Q: Who are the playable characters in Luna I?
A: Lauma (5-star Dendro), Flins (5-star Electro), and Aino (4-star Hydro).
Q: What new region is introduced?
A: Nod-Krai, featuring areas like Qiaoying Village and Frostmoon Enclave.
Q: What are Lunar-Bloom and Lunar-Charged mechanics?
A: New reaction types introduced with Lauma and Flins, enhancing Dendro and Electro elemental reactions.
Conclusion
Genshin Impact Luna I ushers in fresh adventures, game-changing characters, and deep story content. Whether exploring the rich culture of Nod-Krai or mastering the potent new reaction systems with Lauma and Flins, this update offers something for all Travelers. Prepare your teams, optimize your artifacts, and dive into the lunar-themed saga that’s shaping the future of Teyvat!
