Genshin Impact players, get ready to open your wallets (or your Primogem stashes). Leaks for Version 6.6 (codename Luna VII) are flooding the community, revealing two brand-new 5-star characters and some exciting rerun possibilities.
Version 6.6 is scheduled to drop on May 20, 2026. This gives players roughly five more weeks in the current patch before the new banners go live.
Leaked Banner Schedule for Version 6.6
| Phase | New Character(s) | Featured Rerun(s) | Expected Weapons |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phase 1 (May 20 – June 10) | Nicole (5★) | Mavuika / Citlali (rumored) | Nicole’s signature weapon |
| Phase 2 (June 10 – July 1) | Lohen (5★) + Prune | Kinich / Durin (speculated) | Lohen’s signature polearm |
New Characters in Detail
- Nicole Reeyn (“N”) – A mysterious Pyro unit connected to the Hexenzirkel witches. She has been teased in the story as a voice-only figure. Leaks describe her as a strong off-field or on-field DPS/support character with major story implications in the upcoming Archon Quest.
- Lohen – A Cryo Polearm user who may slot into Hexenzirkel or Anemo-focused teams as a powerful driver or sub-DPS. Some leaks suggest he might eventually join the Standard Banner pool, making him more accessible long-term.
- Prune – Appears as an additional featured character (possibly a new 4-star or surprise unit) in Phase 2.
Weapon Banners & New Gear
Early leaks mention two powerful new 5-star weapons:
- Dustlight Septenary – Nicole’s signature weapon (Phase 1)
- Calamity Regret – Lohen’s signature polearm (Phase 2)
New artifact sets and a fresh weekly boss are also expected alongside the banners.
Why This Patch Matters
Version 6.6 looks like a perfect “character-driven” update. Nicole’s Hexenzirkel connections could push the main story forward significantly, while Lohen’s kit (if the Cryo Polearm leaks hold) might shake up the current meta — especially for Freeze, Melt, or hypercarry teams.
Pull Advice
- F2P / Low-spenders: Nicole looks like the safer “must-pull” if you need Pyro flexibility. Lohen could be more niche but potentially meta-defining.
- Save those Primogems: The official livestream (expected around May 8) will confirm everything. Wait for kit reveals before going all-in.
- Standard Banner watch: If Lohen really heads to the permanent pool later, that greatly increases his long-term value.
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