News Tag: Genshin Impact Version 6 2

Genshin Impact Version 6.2 Luna III Phase 2 will begin on December 23rd. The two new characters in the first phase may have already depleted your Primogems. The second phase will introduce Xilonen and Varesa banners.

Many players believe the second phase is a resource wasteland, with major rewards exhausted. However, this is a misconception. Players who have been consistently accumulating resources will gain enough Primogems in the second phase, the key being the accumulation of numerous smaller resources.

So let's look at all sources, from simple daily quests to easily overlooked web events, to see how many Primogems you can obtain in the second phase.

All Primogem Sources

The second phase runs from December 23rd to January 13th, 2026, lasting a total of 21 days. Below is a count of Primogems you can obtain during this period. You can determine whether you need to Genshin Impact top up for Phase 2, based on the final statistics.

Excluded First Phase Resources

The next reset of Spiral Abyss occurs before the start of the second phase, therefore its 800 Primogems are not included in the second phase budget. Similarly, rewards from other periodic events that reset to Phase 1 will not be included in this calculation.

Daily Commissions

Daily Commission provides 60 Primogems per day, and 21 days of Daily Commissions will provide a total of approximately 1260 Primogems. This is the most reliable base resource, roughly equivalent to 8 pulls.

Paimon's Bargains Shop

Paimon's Bargains Shop will reset in Phase 2 of Version 6.2. You can exchange Stardust for 5 Intertwined Fates, worth 800 Primogems.

Imaginarium Theater

Imaginarium Theater will also reset in Phase 2. You only need to complete it; high scores are not required. Completing it will easily earn you 1,000 Primogems.

Main Quests And Missions

Completing Archon Quests in Version 6.2 will reward you with 590 Primogems and 2 Starlight pulls worth 320 Primogems each, for a total value of 910 Primogems.

However, considering that many players have already completed most of the content in the first phase, and some players may not have had time to clear all the branches, we estimate this part at 300 Primogems. Adding the short side quests and subsequent missions scattered throughout the version, there will be another 135 Primogems, for a total of approximately 450 Primogems.

Event Sources

Soulblazers' Snowbound Journey

Soulblazers' Snowbound Journey event started on December 19th and ended on January 5th. The main part of this event can be considered the content of the second phase. It provides a total of 1120 Primogems. If we only calculate from the second phase, players can also obtain approximately 700 Primogems. In addition, this event gives away a free four-star bow and its fully refined materials.

Heroic Clash: Saurian Brawl

Heroic Clash: Saurian Brawl is a quick and easy event that started on December 29th and ended on January 7th. Completing the objectives rewards 420 Primogems.

Memories Of The Moon Web Event

This event is accessed via in-game mail. Completing simple tasks rewards 160 Primogems. The event will run from approximately December 31, 2025 to January 13, 2026. Players level 10 and above can participate.

Marvelous Merchandise

This event runs from January 5th to 12th, 2026. Players can redeem rewards using common materials, earning 280 Primogems.

Other Primogem Rewards

• Livestream Rewards: Version 6.3 special program livestreams typically offer 3 redemption codes, totaling 300 Primogems.
• Redemption Codes: At least one additional 60 Primogem redemption code is usually available during each version.
• Character Trial Runs: 40 Primogems.
• Login Rewards, Maintenance Compensation: Approximately 135 Primogems.

Total Primogem Acquisition

Free Player Total

Adding up all Primogem sources in Phase 2, free players can obtain approximately 5,570 Primogems in the second half of the phase, equivalent to about 35 pulls.

Monthly Pass Player Total

Welkin Moon Spender players will receive an additional 1,890 Primogems over 21 days on top of the free rewards, totaling approximately 7,460 Primogems, equivalent to about 47 pulls.

Character Pull Recommendations

The banners in Phase 2 feature returning characters. Players who already own these characters can choose not to pull or upgrade their Constellation levels. The two returning 5-star characters are Varesa and Xilonen, and the 4-star characters featured in the banners also perform well.

Xilonen

If you don't have Varesa, you shouldn't miss this opportunity, as she is currently one of the strongest and most versatile damage-boosting support characters. Her skill is easy to use; after using her skill, attacking twice provides a high amount of resistance reduction, and her ultimate skill also heals. Her equipment requirements are also low.

Varesa

Varesa is a powerful Electro main DPS character with a unique, plucking-heavy attack rhythm. With practice, her damage rivals top-tier main DPS characters, and she's quite easy to play. However, in Genshin Impact, her support role is higher than DPS role. If you already have a main DPS, her pull priority can be lower.

Regarding their strength, just follow the principle of pulling for characters you like. The meta changes, and new characters are constantly being released, but only characters you truly love will be diligently developed and used.

In short, if Xilonen suits your team composition, pull for her; if you like Varesa's gameplay, pull for her; if you're saving resources for Version 6.3 and later, you can use your calculated resource count to skip the current gacha banner, and a clear plan is the best answer.

Even if you're a die-hard fan of older Genshin Impact characters, you have to admit that new characters always garner more attention, especially those mentioned in previous main storylines, at least before and after a new version release.

While Durin doesn't entirely possess this quality, as the only new 5-star character in Version 6.2, he has still sparked a heated discussion within Genshin Impact player community.

Aesthetically, Durin is undeniably appealing. His attire is predominantly purple, his features are refined, and his demeanor is as haughty as a legendary vampire or demon. However, in contrast, he wields the power of fire - a Pyro character.

So, if you plan to obtain this character in Luna III and have him aid you in battle, what should you do? We'll tell you.

How To Obtain Durin?

This character will be released on December 3rd along with Version 6.2 Phase 1. His exclusive banner, Rubedo of White Stone Born, will also be available at that time, allowing you to consume Primogems to try to obtain him.

Note that this banner will only last until December 23rd. Therefore, if you haven't pulled Durin by the end of the phase, it's best to immediately obtain Genesis Crystals through Genshin Impact top up to exchange for more Primogems.

What Kind Of Character Is Durin?

This five-star character is a Pyro elemental DPS character who uses a sword. Other important basic stats are as follows:

• Attack: 346
• Defense: 822
• HP: 12430
• Bonus Stat: 38.4% Crit Damage

Based on the trailer and other information, Durin possesses very strong burst fire damage output potential, comparable to other classic Pyro characters in Genshin Impact.

Furthermore, after using her Elemental Burst skill for a period of time, Durin can continuously apply Pyro damage to enemies and reduce their Pyro and other corresponding elemental resistances after other teammates create Pyro-related reactions.

Despite his immense damage output, Durin is surprisingly easy to use. He synergizes well with most Genshin Impact characters, making him an ideal off-field support by boosting the team's damage output.

The only thing to note is that maximizing his power relies heavily on Elemental Bursts. Therefore, you must constantly monitor your team's resource allocation and timing of the attacks.

Which Is More Worthwhile: C1 Or Signature Weapon?

In Genshin Impact, if you pull a character twice or more from banners, that character will gain an upgrade called Constellations. Each upgrade is called C1, and so on.

On the other hand, when a five-star character is first released, the game equips them with a unique signature weapon, further enhancing their overall abilities. However, like obtaining Constellation, this requires consuming resources to pull from banners.

Since both of these enhancement methods have very low drop rates, you often have to choose one. For Durin, the effects of his C1 and Signature Weapon are as follows:

• C1: Provides a damage buff to all allies by stacking Enlightenment.
• Signature Weapon: Provides a 6% ATK buff to all allies, while also increasing Durin's Elemental Burst damage.

Comparatively, C1 provides a higher overall team buff, and Enlightenment is easy to accumulate, allowing for rapid multi-layer stacks to boost the entire team's output. If you're lucky enough to upgrade to C2 or C3, the effect is even stronger.

Of course, whichever approach you choose, it requires sufficient Primogems. Otherwise, to avoid being unable to pull other characters later, focus on other methods to enhance Durin.

How To Craft Builds For Durin?

Durin's combat value lies in boosting allies' damage output while serving as a supportive off-field secondary DPS. Therefore, equipping him with his Signature Weapon, Athame Artis, is undoubtedly the best choice.

Alternatively, you can consider another five-star weapon, Noblesse Oblige. It maximizes Durin's off-field output by increasing his Elemental Burst damage.

If your resources are limited and you can only obtain a maximum of four-star weapons, then R5 Wolf-Fang or Moonweaver's Dawn are the top choices. They are not only easier to obtain from banners, but can also be acquired directly by completing missions.

If all else fails, the three-star weapon Harbinger of Dawn is worth using, but you must refine it to level 5 to increase its critical hit rate. In summary, all available weapons are as follows:

• Athame Artis: 5-Star
• Primordial Jade Cutter: 5-Star
• Mistsplitter Reforged: 5-Star
• Absolution: 5-Star
• Wolf-Fang: 4-Star
• Moonweaver's Dawn: 4-Star
• Harbinger of Dawn: 3-Star

After deciding on your weapon, you need to further increase Druin's attack power to at least 2500 based on his existing stats to fully utilize his passive skill.

Next, you'll need to boost his damage output by stacking Elemental Energy, Crit Rate, or Crit DMG, and stack Elemental DMG Reduction for him when there are no other Pyro characters in your party.

How To Choose Artifacts?

In Genshin Impact, artifacts are equipable items, which you can think of as armor or accessories. They increase character stats, and equipping multiple artifacts from the same set grants powerful set bonuses.

If you're utilizing Durin in combat, prioritize artifacts and sets that boost Elemental Burst DMG, ATK, or Pyro DMG, such as 4-piece Noblesse Oblige - which enhances Durin while also providing an ATK bonus to allies.

With Version 6.2 coming soon, if you're interested in the new character Durin, start accumulating resources to acquire him as soon as possible, and then utilize him using our guide to experience various adventures in Luna III! Good luck!