The highly anticipated Genshin Impact Version Luna V update is set to launch on February 25, 2026, bringing players back to where it all began — Mondstadt. Titled “Song of the Welkin Moon: Variation — Homeward, He Who Caught the Wind,” the update blends nostalgia, major character debuts, limited-time events, and new gameplay systems into one of the most emotionally resonant patches yet.
Developed by HoYoverse, this latest Genshin Impact Version Luna V update marks a turning point in the “Song of the Welkin Moon” series while finally introducing one of Mondstadt’s most legendary figures as a playable character.
Varka Finally Becomes Playable in Genshin Impact Version Luna V
After years of lore references and off-screen heroics, Varka, Grand Master of the Knights of Favonius and the Knight of Boreas, officially joins the roster in Genshin Impact Version Luna V as a 5-star Anemo claymore wielder.
Long known to players through Mondstadt’s storyline and later narrative developments in Nod-Krai, Varka’s playable debut is one of the most significant character releases in recent memory.
Varka’s Combat Style: Dual-Wielding Elemental Power
Varka introduces a unique dual-wield combat system:
- Wields two claymores simultaneously
- Left-hand weapon deals Anemo DMG
- Right-hand weapon converts to Pyro, Hydro, Electro, or Cryo based on teammates
- Enhanced Normal Attacks through his Elemental Skill
- Unique Charged Attack that does not consume Stamina
- Hexerei effect boosts special Skill and Charged Attack frequency
This design allows Varka to deal two types of Elemental DMG simultaneously, offering unprecedented flexibility in team compositions and reaction-based combat.
Players can also unlock a brand-new weapon appearance for both claymores after defeating a Wolf Spirit fragment — available free of charge.
Varka Story Quest: The Great Wolf King Faces Crisis
Genshin Impact Version Luna V deepens Mondstadt’s lore with Varka’s Story Quest. The Great Wolf King of the North confronts a new Wild Hunt calamity, forcing Varka to unite his allies in defense of the region.
This narrative thread reinforces Mondstadt’s legacy while expanding the stakes of the broader Teyvat storyline.
Event Wishes and Banner Phases in Version Luna V
The Genshin Impact Version Luna V Event Wishes are structured as follows:
Phase One:
- Varka (5-Star Anemo Claymore)
- Flins (Rerun)
Phase Two:
- Skirk (Rerun)
- Escoffier (Rerun)
Additionally, the Chronicled Wish featuring Mondstadt characters returns, giving long-time fans another opportunity to secure beloved units from the region where their journey began.
Return to Mondstadt: Flagship Event “Echoes of Memory”
The emotional core of Genshin Impact Version Luna V lies in its flagship event, which invites players to revisit Mondstadt and relive treasured moments.
Echoes of Memory Event
- Explore altered versions of iconic past locations
- Use the Spotter Kamera to identify subtle environmental changes
- Experience narrative callbacks to early-game adventures
Other activities hosted by the Knights of Favonius include:
- Beverage crafting tailored to returning characters
- Special Gliding Challenges
- Combat Challenges featuring Knight Shadows
In the Combat Challenge mode, players can summon mysterious Knight Shadows to break enemy weaknesses and gain the upper hand in battle.
Completing these activities rewards players with the crystal ball–inspired weapon appearance “Phantasmal Gift: Star Omen”, usable by any Catalyst wielder.
New Mini-Games and Gameplay Features
Genshin Impact Version Luna V expands beyond nostalgia with fresh gameplay content:
- Kamera challenge capturing sights across Natlan, Fontaine, and Sumeru
- Strategic defense mode against waves of enemies
- Updates to Travelers’ Tales
- Miliastra Wonderland voice feature launch
- Free cosmetic Manekin/Manekina set “Owl Envoy”
These additions ensure the update offers both narrative reflection and gameplay variety.
Exploring Teyvat in 2026
Genshin Impact remains one of the most influential open-world RPGs in the world. Players assume the role of the Traveler, journeying across Teyvat in search of their lost sibling while mastering elemental combat and building diverse teams.
With the ongoing “Song of the Welkin Moon” series, Nod-Krai stands as the seventh major region introduced to the world.
Genshin Impact Version Luna V continues the game’s legacy of:
- Expansive open-world exploration
- Cross-platform progression
- Co-Op multiplayer
- Regular live-service updates
The game is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox, PC, Android, and iOS.
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