Genshin Impact Luna IV New Region & Bosses 2026: Nod-Krai Expansion Guide
Hey Travelers! Version 6.3 “Luna IV” dropped on January 14, 2026, and it’s packed with Genshin Impact’s wildest updates yet—new Nod-Krai regions, brutal weekly bosses, and story quests that hit different. We’re talking Piramida headquarters, Wild Hunt enemies, and Varka squad sightings that tie straight into the Archon Quest. Whether you’re hunting Lunoculus or farming new materials, this guide covers everything new in Luna IV’s map and bosses for January 2026. Let’s explore!
Nod-Krai Map Expansion: Piramida & Beyond
Luna IV unlocks Piramida, the Lightkeepers’ icy headquarters north of Paha Isle in Nod-Krai’s frozen north. This isn’t just pretty snow—it’s a hub for Winter Icelea world quests, new teleports, and Varka’s Knights of Favonius squad base (finally some Mondstadt love!).
Key New Areas:
- Piramida Lightkeepers HQ: Central hub with Archon Quest Act 7-8 progression, shops, and NPC story beats.
- Wild Hunt Territories: Scattered domains with nightmare-themed puzzles and Lunoculus hunts.
- Varka’s Forward Camp: West side, ties into “A Traveler on a Winter’s Night” quests.
How to Unlock: Complete Song of the Welkin Moon Chapter Act 6 first, then fast-travel to Paha Isle dock (new boat route). Expect 3-5 hours of main quests to reveal full map—stock stamina food!
New Bosses: Weekly Grinds & Field Threats
Two massive additions demand your artifact farms—these drop ascension materials for Columbina, Zibai, Illuga, and Ineffa.
The Doctor (Dottore) – Weekly Boss
Location: Nod-Krai central crater (unlocks post-Act 7).
Fight Style: Phase 1 mech segments (break arms for stagger), Phase 2 fatui goons + poison AoE, Phase 3 clone swarm with self-destruct.
Weakness: Pyro/Electro (shields melt fast). 50/150 resin, drops “Shadowed Core” for new 5-stars.
Clear Tip: Zhongli/Diona shields + Bennett circle = easy 30s solo. F2P? Navia plunges clone phase.
Lord of the Hidden Depths: Whisperer of Nightmares
Field Boss near Piramida lake (no resin, repeatable).
Mechanics: Hydro tentacles (dodge roll), nightmare debuff (lose HP unless healed), final phase bubble shield breaks with Electro.
Drops: “Nightmare Whisper” gems + Nod-Krai talent books. Perfect for Ineffa/Columbina leveling.
Team Rec: Hyperbloom (Nahida triggers bubble pops) or Lunar-Charged (Ineffa zaps tentacles).
Archon Quest Breakdown: Acts 7 & 8
Act 7 – A Traveler on a Winter’s Night: Starts in Piramida, chases Wild Hunt leads. Traveler buffs activate here (Anemo/Dendro dual resonance +20% DMG).
Act 8 – True Moon: Climax vs. Dottore segments. Unlocks Traveler skins (both elements) as rewards!
Expect 2-3 hours each, with Lantern Rite 2026 tie-ins (free Yaoyao skin + Liyue 4-star).
New Artifacts, Events & Rewards
Domains:
- Aubade of Morningstar and Moon: Lunar-Charged set (Electro DMG + reaction amps).
- A Day Carved from Rising Winds: Anemo/EM hybrid for Sucrose/Kazuha.
Events:
- Lantern Rite 2026 (Jan 30 start): Free 4-star pulls, Neuvillette/Yaoyao skins.
- Moonlit Patrol Exercise: Nod-Krai combat trials with primogem hauls.
Farm Routes & Progression Tips
Day 1 Priority:
- Archon Quest Act 7 → Unlock Piramida + Dottore.
- 100% Winter Icelea (36 Lunoculus).
- Whisperer boss x3 for gems.
Weekly Routine: Dottore Tuesday/Wednesday, Lantern Rite dailies, Stygian Onslaught practice (Lunar buffs shine).
Nod-Krai’s expansion sets up 6.4’s full region reveal—track HoyoLAB for teasers. Who’s farming Dottore first? Drop your clears below!