Genshin Impact 7.1: A Rekviem for the Underworld

Genshin Impact 7.1: A Rekviem for the Underworld Arrives September 23

HoYoverse has confirmed that Genshin Impact Version 7.1, titled "A Rekviem for the Underworld," will launch on 2026-09-23. The update brings two new five-star characters, a suite of event-exclusive weapons, fresh Archon Quest chapters, and a substantial compensation package. For ongoing coverage, keep an eye on our Genshin Impact news hub.

This patch is notable not just for its content but for its timing—it lands during the game's anniversary period, and the compensation alone offers 600 Primogems to eligible players. Below is a breakdown of what's confirmed, plus what to prioritize before and after the servers go live.

At a Glance

• Update maintenance: 2026-09-23 from 06:00 to approximately 11:00 (UTC+8).
• Compensation: Primogems ×300 for maintenance plus Primogems ×300 for issue fixes, totaling 600 Primogems.
• Eligibility: Adventure Rank 5 or above by 2026-09-23 06:00 (UTC+8).
• Claim deadline: Maintenance compensation before the end of Version 7.1; issue fix compensation before 2026-09-26 06:00 (UTC+8).
• New characters: Vesna (5-Star Anemo Sword) and Vodyanitsa (5-Star Hydro Catalyst).
• New weapons: Event-exclusive Beyond the Chrysalis, Hymn of the Maelstrom, New Bough, Winter's Heavy Heart, Breezeborne Refrain, and event weapon Silver Light.
• New Archon Quests: Chapter VII: Act III "White Night, Like a Dream Upon Waking" and Act IV "A Rekviem for the Underworld."
• New boss: Guardian Blade of Drifting Snow in Fellfrost Peak.
• System updates: Secret Tsarist Assignments, Edge of Survival stages, Miliastra Wonderland additions, Genius Invokation TCG updates, Imaginarium Theater seasons, and Spiral Abyss refresh.

New Characters and Banners

Vesna (5-Star Anemo Sword)

Vesna is the Commander of the Druzhna and the Tsaritsa's keen blade. As an Anemo DMG dealer, she enables her party to trigger Stellar Swirl reactions and can also deal Stellar Swirl DMG herself under certain conditions. Her kit suggests a strong synergy with characters who can apply Cryo or Hydro auras, making her a potential core for reaction-focused teams.

Vodyanitsa (5-Star Hydro Catalyst)

Vodyanitsa, the Prima Donna of the Korolevskiy Troupe, is a Hydro character who provides both healing and support. She is well-suited to Freeze and Stellar Swirl teams, offering sustain while enabling reactions. Her Catalyst weapon type allows her to apply Hydro frequently, which could be valuable in freeze compositions.

Both characters will be available via Event Wishes. Specific banner phases and rates are not stated in official materials beyond the update notice. For a detailed banner schedule, refer to our Genshin Impact 7.1 guide.

New Weapons

The update introduces several event-exclusive weapons obtainable from the Event Wish:

• Beyond the Chrysalis (5-Star Sword): Grants sequential effects—increased CRIT DMG, increased Stellar Swirl DMG, or Elemental Energy restoration—each time the equipping character uses an Elemental Skill or Burst. Effects reset when leaving the field.
• Hymn of the Maelstrom (5-Star Catalyst): Increases Healing Bonus; healing boosts Max HP and grants ATK to the active character based on the equipping character's Max HP. Further enhanced after Frozen or Stellar Swirl reactions.
• New Bough (4-Star Sword): After using an Elemental Skill, hitting an opponent increases ATK and Elemental Mastery. In the "Radiance: Stellar Glimmer" state, it instead boosts ATK and Stellar Glimmer reaction DMG.
• Winter's Heavy Heart (4-Star Catalyst): Grants Elemental Mastery and ATK based on the number of Cryo and Electro characters in the party. In "Radiance: Stellar Glimmer" state, it boosts Elemental Mastery and Stellar Glimmer reaction DMG instead.
• Breezeborne Refrain (4-Star Bow): Increases Energy Recharge; when Skill or Burst hits, increases Stellar Glimmer reaction DMG for nearby party members.
• Silver Light (4-Star Sword): Event weapon that increases Elemental Mastery after using an Elemental Skill. Obtainable via the "Silverwing in Pursuit of the Moon" event.

Events and Rewards

Compensation Details

All Travelers who reach Adventure Rank 5 by 2026-09-23 06:00 (UTC+8) will receive:

Compensation Type	Amount	Claim Deadline
Maintenance Compensation	Primogems ×300	Before end of Version 7.1
Issue Fix Compensation	Primogems ×300	2026-09-26 06:00 (UTC+8)

Compensation will be distributed via in-game mail within 5 hours after maintenance concludes. Mails expire after 30 days.

New Archon Quests

Chapter VII continues with two new acts:

• Act III: "White Night, Like a Dream Upon Waking" — Unlocks at Adventure Rank 18 and after completing Act II "Wraith's Nocturne."
• Act IV: "A Rekviem for the Underworld" — Unlocks after completing Act III.

Both quests support Focused Experience Mode.

World Quests

• "Swords and Secrets" — Requires AR18 and completion of Act III.
• "Upstream Variations" — Requires AR18, completion of Act II, and Meeting Point: Tidesong Cavern Lv. 2.

New Enemy: Guardian Blade of Drifting Snow

Located in Fellfrost Peak, this ancient Snegovik encases herself in an ice coffin when her HP drops below a certain threshold, dealing AoE Cryo DMG. The coffin can be weakened by Stellar Glimmer reactions, making it vulnerable to Electro and Anemo attacks. If left undamaged, she recovers HP and counterattacks; if damaged, she becomes weakened.

System Updates and Quality-of-Life

Secret Tsarist Assignments

A new feature added to the Special Recruitment Project. Visit Confidential Secretary Chayka at Zapolyarny Palace weekly to accept assignments. Completing them yields Furnishings, Blueprints, and other rewards. Future versions will add Wind Gliders. Unlocks after completing Act III.

Edge of Survival

Two new stages: "Fiery Feather Pursuit" and "Ice-Imprisoned Citadel," with corresponding rewards. The "All Records" screen will undergo data compilation and reopen later.

Miliastra Wonderland

• New cosmetic sets from "Moonlight After the Rain" and Chronicles/Epic of the Realms.
• Limited-time sets in the Miliastra Shop.
• New Public Lobby theme "Osmanthus Retreat: Divine Bouquet" and purchasable Private Lobby.
• Initial Top-Up Reward: first purchase of each Chronal Nexus tier grants Celebration Chronal Nexus.
• Cart feature, Recruit Players, sharing features, and leaderboard privacy settings.

Genius Invokation TCG

• New Character Cards: Columbina, Illuga, and Talent cards.
• New Action Cards: "Return of the Three Moons," "Elemental Transfiguration: Overload Blessing," "Book of Blinding Light," "Sevenfold Transmutation," "Surge of Lightning," and "Recollection of Days Past."
• The Forge Realm's Temper returns with "Clever Stratagems" theme.

Imaginarium Theater

• October 1 season: Required elements Hydro, Cryo, Anemo. Opening characters: Neuvillette, Barbara, Citlali, Kaeya, Wanderer, Prune. Special Guests: Ineffa, Yae Miko, Thoma, Chiori.
• November 1 season: Required elements Hydro, Electro, Geo. Opening characters: Yelan, Aino, Flins, Fischl, Zhongli, Kachina. Special Guests: Qiqi, Odette, Vesna, Jahoda.

Spiral Abyss

New season on 2026-10-16. Floor 11: 60% Anemo and Cryo DMG Bonus. Floor 12: First half 75% Stellar Glimmer DMG; second half 75% Cryo DMG Bonus. Blessing of the Abyssal Moon: Stardread Moon triggers shockwaves dealing True DMG after certain reactions.

Adjustments and Bug Fixes

The update includes numerous optimizations and fixes across quests, enemies, exploration, audio, Prime Ice Constructs, Miliastra Wonderland, and other systems. Notable fixes include:

• Qiqi's Elemental Skill CD Reduction talent occasionally failing.
• Beidou's Constellation 6 Elemental Mastery buff occasionally failing.
• Stellar Swirl reaction DMG calculations sometimes excluding Cryo characters.
• Various clipping, display, and progression issues.

For a full list, refer to the official patch notes.

Pre-Patch To-Dos

• Claim any pending compensation from previous versions before maintenance.
• Spend your Original Resin and complete weekly bosses before the update.
• Finish any limited-time events that expire with the patch.
• If you plan to pull for Vesna or Vodyanitsa, ensure you have enough Primogems and Intertwined Fates.

Day-1 Priorities

• Log in after maintenance to claim compensation mail.
• Start the new Archon Quests to unlock Secret Tsarist Assignments.
• Try the new Edge of Survival stages.
• Check the Miliastra Wonderland shop for limited-time cosmetics.
• If you're a TCG player, purchase new cards from Prince at The Cat's Tail.

Conclusion

Genshin Impact 7.1 is a substantial update with new characters, weapons, story content, and a generous compensation package. Whether you're pulling for Vesna or Vodyanitsa, diving into the new Archon Quests, or simply collecting your Primogems, there's plenty to do. For more detailed analysis, check out our Genshin Impact 7.1 preview and release date coverage.