Genshin Impact 6.2 Event Banners: Durin Debuts, Venti Rerun,
Durin finally arrives in Genshin 6.2, Venti reruns, Hexerei buffs Mondstadt, and new banner surprises. Full schedule, advice, and analysis.
Lumine Lee Genshin Impact 6.2 Event Banners: Expert Analysis & What to Pull
Christine Miller, EarlyGG Editorial — 2025-11-21
Genshin Impact’s Version 6.2 banners have been officially revealed, launching on 2025-12-03 (UTC+8), and the community focus is razor-sharp: the banner debut of Durin, Mondstadt’s legendary dragon, alongside a high-value rerun for Venti, and the long-awaited second run for Varesa—Natlan’s 5-Star Electro Catalyst. These shifts mark a rare confluence: never before in Genshin’s history have so many pivotal lore and meta candidates shared a cycle. Here’s what this means for strategic pullers and lore aficionados alike.
At a Glance: Genshin Impact 6.2 Banners & Major Updates
- Phase 1 (2025-12-03): Durin (5★ Pyro Sword, debut) & Venti (5★ Anemo Bow, rerun), with Jahoda (4★ Anemo Bow, debut)
- Phase 2 (date TBA): Varesa (5★ Electro Catalyst, rerun) & Xilonen (5★ Geo Sword, rerun)
- Mondstadt Hexerei buffs: Mona, Venti, Klee, Albedo, Razor, Sucrose, Fischl (team-based and individual reworks)
- No Mondstadt Chronicled Banner (confirmed by official preview)
- Venti’s new weapon: The Daybreak Chronicles bows debuts, replacing Elegy for the End as Venti’s signature in the Epitomized Path
Banner Schedule Table
| Phase | Duration (UTC+8) | 5★ Characters | Key 4★ | Weapon Banner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2025-12-03 to ~2025-12-25 | Durin, Venti | Jahoda | The Daybreak Chronicles |
| 2 | TBA (late Dec) | Varesa, Xilonen | TBA | TBA |
Exact dates for Phase 2 not stated in official materials. Official schedules appear on @earlyggcom Twitter and in-game.
Veteran’s Take: Why This Banner Cycle Is Different
Two meta-critical debutants, Mondstadt’s most iconic Archon, and a long-awaited rerun converging in a single patch is not business as usual. Durin’s arrival is the community’s biggest historic lore-to-gameplay conversion since Raiden Shogun, while Venti's rerun combined with reworked Hexerei support mechanics opens previously nonviable team archetypes—especially for Anemo-centric and Plunge-focused mains.
The absence of a Mondstadt Chronicled Banner is notable: free-to-play pathing for Venti, Klee, and others is restricted, emphasizing strategic wish-saving and team planning.
For the Min-Maxers: Pull Strategy & Pity Considerations
- Durin (Pyro Sword) finally answers the call for a Pyro swordsman with both solo-carry and support utility. His kit, leveraging Hexerei tag synergy, makes him an immediate Abyss candidate, especially for veteran accounts that have raised older Mondstadt 5-stars.
- Venti's Value: With his kit refreshed by Hexerei and the release of The Daybreak Chronicles, Venti can operate as both premier group control and, surprisingly, a main DPS in new meta builds. However, notably, the loss of Elegy’s general versatility means his optimal gear path shifts.
- Jahoda offers the first 4-star Anemo healer, critical for Lunar Reaction teams and Mono-Anemo comps. She synergizes with both Venti (for full Hexerei) and Durin.
- Varesa’s rerun, as Natlan’s initial 5-Star, supports Overload and Electro-playstyles that have lacked strong support. Her limited first banner (5.5) means many F2P/low-spend players missed her—this is your shot.
What’s Optimal for F2P/Low-Spend?
- Resource Planning: Estimate ~60 Intertwined Fates available from patch events and Welkin/BP (if applicable).
- Pity Management: Standard 90-pity system for limited banners still applies; rate-up at 50% per pull, pity hard-carry for weapon at 80.
- Competing Interests: With the next patch (6.3) rumored (unconfirmed) to feature three new 5★, those risk-averse on limited currency may benefit from waiting for confirmed 6.3 details. However, for meta value, especially for Pyro and Anemo-mains, pulling early brings significant rewards.
Teams & Synergies: New Archetypes Emerge
- Hexerei Teams: New passive buffs requiring two or more Hexerei-tagged units. Signature duos include Durin + Venti (swirl, pyro interactions) and legacy comps like Venti/Fischl/Razor/Sucrose.
- Lunar Reaction Teams: Jahoda enables stable Anemo healing, giving Mono-Anemo comps (Venti/Xiao/Jahoda/Sucrose) unprecedented sustainability.
- Overload/Plunge: Varesa synergizes strongly with Electro and Pyro pairings, especially if pairing with rumored 4★ support Chevreuse (unconfirmed)
Events, Rewards & Preparation Guide
- Hexerei Rite special event: Engage to unlock full buff sets for eligible Mondstadt characters. Pairing specific units on the same team unlocks special abilities; completion rewards include enhancement materials and Primogems.
- Material Preparation:
- Durin: Pyro weapon ascension (Agnidus Agate), Boss drops (not specified in official preview—see EarlyGG’s event guide post-release)
- Jahoda: Anemo enhancement materials (Vayuda Turquoise), select drop items
- Pre-farm Resonance Stones, weekly boss runs for rare drops, and check event shop tabs for exclusive, time-limited mats
Community Chatter: Early Reactions & Theorycraft
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