Genshin Impact developer HoYoverse has finally unveiled the complete lineup of banner characters for Version 6.1, and it’s shaping up to be one of the most exciting updates in recent memory. The patch, scheduled to release on October 22, 2025, will bring new story content, a creative sandbox feature, and a set of powerful 5-star characters — Nefer, Furina, Arlecchino, and Zhongli. 🌿🌊🔥⛰️
Version 6.1 not only continues the Archon Quest of Nod-Krai, but also debuts the brand-new Miliastra Wonderland, a community-driven sandbox mode that allows players to design, share, and play custom mini-games. This innovation aims to enhance Genshin’s long-term replayability by encouraging user-generated content similar to other popular sandbox titles.
⚔️ Genshin Impact 6.1 Banner Lineup
First Half (October 22 - November 11)
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Nefer – 5-Star Dendro Catalyst
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Furina – 5-Star Hydro Sword
Second Half (November 12 - December 3)
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Arlecchino – 5-Star Pyro Polearm
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Zhongli – 5-Star Geo Polearm
During the official developer livestream, HoYoverse confirmed that Nefer and Furina will headline the first half of Version 6.1, while Arlecchino and Zhongli will lead the second phase. The weapon banner accompanying these characters is equally stacked, featuring both characters’ signature 5-star weapons alongside a new selection of Nod-Krai-themed 4-stars.
🌿 Nefer — The New Dendro Hypercarry
Nefer, one of the newest Dendro characters, introduces a fast-paced playstyle built around Charged Attacks that transform Dendro Cores into Seeds of Deceit, amplifying her total DPS potential. Her synergy with characters like Nahida, Yelan, Xingqiu, Zhongli, Baizhu, and Aino makes her one of the most flexible Dendro units to date.
🌊 Furina — The Hydro Support Queen
Furina remains one of the most beloved characters in Genshin Impact’s current meta. Despite the shift toward Elemental Mastery builds in Lunar Reactions, she continues to stand out as a top-tier Hydro Support, offering unmatched off-field healing and damage boosts. Players who missed her previous banner may find Version 6.1 the perfect chance to bring her home.
🔥 Arlecchino & ⛰️ Zhongli Return
The second half of Version 6.1 will give fans another opportunity to obtain Arlecchino, the ever-popular Pyro hypercarry whose unique mechanics make her both powerful and stylish. Alongside her, Zhongli, the unshakable Geo Archon, makes a welcome comeback — still regarded as the ultimate comfort pick thanks to his near-indestructible shields.
Dataminers suggest that Lan Yan, Yun Jin, and Rosaria will serve as the 4-star rate-up characters on one or both halves of the banner.
⏳ What’s Next for Genshin Impact
While Version 6.1 promises plenty of excitement, many players are already looking ahead. Reliable sources hint that Durin, a Pyro Support, will make his debut in Version 6.2, followed by Columbina, a Hydro Support, in Version 6.3. With so many anticipated releases on the horizon, players may want to carefully manage their Primogems before spending big this patch.
Version 6.1 will run from October 22 to December 3, 2025, and promises a perfect blend of storytelling, creativity, and fan-favorite characters. Between the introduction of the Miliastra Wonderland and the stellar lineup of banners, Genshin Impact continues to prove why it remains one of the most dynamic and content-rich gacha games in the world. 🌟
