Genshin Impact Version 6.6, titled Luna VII, launched on May 20, 2026, and it's one of the more pull-demanding patches in recent memory. Two new 5-star characters debut across the two phases, two heavyweights return on rerun, and a new 4-star joins the roster. Whether you're sitting on a healthy Primogem stash or scraping together the last few pulls before pity, knowing exactly what each banner offers before you tap that Wish button matters.
Nicole's Angel's Reverie banner
What is the full Version 6.6 banner schedule?
Luna VII splits into two phases, each running roughly three weeks. Here's the confirmed schedule:
Both Phase 1 banners, Nicole's Angel's Reverie and Durin's Rubedo, of White Stone Born, share the same boosted 4-stars: Prune (Anemo), Razor (Electro), and Fischl (Electro). Phase 2 boosted 4-stars for Lohen's Frostedge Nocturne and Mavuika's Ancient Flame Ablaze are still to be confirmed.
Both banners within a phase share pity and the 50/50 system, so your pull count carries across Nicole and Durin's banners simultaneously.
Phase 1 breakdown: Nicole and Durin
Should you pull Nicole?
Nicole is a 5-star Pyro Catalyst support built specifically for Hexerei teams. Her kit centers on team-wide ATK buffs, off-field Pyro AoE damage, and a strong Pyro shield. The standout mechanic is her Burst: if her Witch Homework condition is fulfilled beforehand, she can increase Burst damage by 300% of her own ATK. That's a significant ceiling for players who prep correctly.
She's designed to slot into Hexenzirkel-focused compositions alongside characters like Durin, which is exactly why his rerun lands in the same phase. The pairing is intentional.
If you're building toward future Hexerei characters arriving in later patches, Nicole is the foundational support piece. Pulling her now sets up your roster for versions ahead.
Should you pull Durin?
Durin is a 5-star Pyro Sword sub-DPS with two distinct playstyles. His Principle of Purity state reduces enemy elemental resistance by 35%, making him a genuine team buffer. Flip to his Principle of Darkness state and his Vaporize and Melt damage increases by 70%, turning him into a personal damage threat instead. The flexibility is real: you can run him as a pure buffer or lean into his damage numbers depending on your team's needs.
For players who already have Nicole, Durin's rerun timing makes obvious sense. For players without either, the decision comes down to whether you're investing in Hexerei compositions or prefer a more standalone damage dealer.
Durin's rerun banner
Phase 2 breakdown: Lohen and Mavuika
Should you pull Lohen?
Lohen is a new 5-star Cryo Polearm DPS who converts basic and charged attacks into Cryo damage through his Will to Win mechanism. He's built for on-field Melt team play, dealing sustained Cryo damage while building up personal damage through his unique mechanic. His signature weapon, Disaster and Remorse, arrives on the Phase 2 weapon banner.
Lohen is expected to move to the Standard Banner after his debut window closes. If you want him, pulling during Phase 2 of 6.6 is your best opportunity to guarantee him through the limited banner's 50/50 system.
Should you pull Mavuika?
Mavuika is the Pyro Archon and one of the strongest DPS characters in the current meta. Her kit revolves around the Nightsoul mechanic and building fighting spirit to power her Elemental Burst, which hits exceptionally hard. The catch is that she performs best when paired with other characters that use the Night Soul mechanic, which narrows her team options compared to more flexible DPS units. If you have her premium team ready, she can outperform most options in Nod-Krai content. If you don't, she still functions but loses some of her ceiling.
For players who missed her original banner, this rerun is the straightforward answer. For players already running a strong Cryo DPS lineup, Lohen fills a different niche.
Mavuika's rerun banner
What are the Version 6.6 weapon banners?
Each phase brings its own Epitome Invocation weapon banner featuring signature 5-star weapons for the featured characters.
The Phase 1 weapon banner also features four boosted 4-star weapons: Dragon's Bane (polearm), Mitternachts Waltz (bow), Moonweaver's Dawn (sword), The Bell (claymore), and The Widsith (catalyst). Phase 2 boosted 4-star weapons are not yet confirmed.
A Thousand Blazing Suns is Mavuika's signature claymore and one of the strongest options for Pyro DPS characters in the current weapon pool. If you're pulling Mavuika and have the Primogems to spare, the weapon banner is worth considering.
Who should you pull in 6.6 overall?
Here's a quick verdict table to help you decide where your Primogems go:
Nicole and Durin are both long-term investments for Hexerei compositions that will stay relevant into future patches. If you're choosing between Phase 1 and Phase 2, consider whether you need a support or a DPS first.
For players planning around future versions, the patch cadence from 6.5 onward has been relentless with high-value banners. Nefer and Lauma sharing Phase 2 of 6.5 already strained Primogem reserves for many players, and 6.6 doesn't ease up. Prioritize your actual team gaps over pulling because a character looks strong in a vacuum.
If you want more context on what Version 6.5 introduced and how it connects to 6.6's story beats, the 6.5 Luna VI patch rundown covers the full picture, including the new Dornman Port area where Lohen had hidden story appearances before his playable debut.
What's coming after 6.6?
Version 6.7, expected after July 1, brings Sandrone, the 7th Fatui Harbinger, as a new 5-star Cryo Claymore DPS. Her arrival is confirmed through official drip marketing. After that, Version 7.0 is currently slated to launch around August 12, 2026, with HoYoverse skipping Version 6.8 entirely. That update introduces the full Snezhnaya region and the Cryo Archon's playable debut.
The back-to-back major releases mean recovery time between patches is minimal. If you're targeting Sandrone in 6.7 or saving for the Snezhnaya launch, spending heavily in both 6.6 phases could leave you short when those banners arrive.
For players who recently pulled Linnea in 6.5 and want to maximize her kit, check out the Linnea build guide for the best weapons, artifacts, and Lunar-Crystallize team setups. And for everything else happening in the current version, the full Genshin Impact guides collection has you covered.