Genshin Impact Luna II: Nefer Arrives, Miliastra Wonderland,

Genshin Impact Luna II: Nefer, Miliastra Wonderland, and the State of the Game – Patch 6.1 Analysis

Genshin Impact’s Luna II update, officially subtitled Song of the Welkin Moon: Reprise – "An Elegy for Faded Moonlight", launches on 2025-10-22 06:00 UTC+8, marking a major inflection point for both late-game veterans and new arrivals.

For months, players speculated how HoYoverse would evolve its live service DNA in the post-Luna era. With freshly minted regions, a game-changing creative mode, new progression systems, and a top-tier Dendro DPS debut, Version Luna II doesn't just add content—it pivots the player experience. Here's what the update means for your account, roster, and daily routine, plus expert analysis on whether to pull, what to prep, and where the meta is heading.

At a Glance: Luna II Key Highlights

Update maintenance: 2025-10-22 06:00–13:00 UTC+8 (7 hours; claimable Primogem compensation: 720 total)
Nefer banner debuts: New 5★ Dendro Catalyst DPS (resourceful Curatorium owner)
Miliastra Wonderland: UGC creative hub with cosmetic unlocks, cross-platform
Archon Quest: Acts III/IV added, Focused Experience Mode debuts
Imaginarium Theater S1/S2: Rotating challenges, exclusive rewards (Nov 1, Dec 1 rollouts)
System updates: Friends cap 200, QoL UI, PS4 support sunsets
Notable event weapons: Reliquary of Truth, new 4★s in limited banner

Patch 6.1 Banner Overview

Banner Phase	Start (UTC+8)	End (UTC+8)	Featured 5★	Rate-Up 4★
Phase 1	2025-10-22 13:00	~2025-11-12	Nefer (Dendro)	Not stated in official materials
Weapon Event	2025-10-22 13:00	~2025-11-12	Reliquary of Truth (Catalyst)	Moonweaver's Dawn, Dawning Frost, Sacrificer's Staff
Phase 2 & reruns	Not stated	Not stated	Not stated	Not stated

See detailed pull analysis and banner position in the Luna II timeline.

Nefer: Kit & Meta Commentary

Element: Dendro
Weapon: Catalyst
Role: Quickswap Dendro DPS, Lunar-Bloom enabler, team EM buffer

Nefer introduces Lunar-Bloom, a direct Dendro damage mechanic. Her kit pivots on skill-triggered Charged Attacks enhanced by "Verdant Dew" stacks and AoE Dendro bursts. Her Moonsign (Ascendant Gleam) enables field-wide Dendro Core conversion—raising complex synergy questions for bloom/hyperbloom teams.

Expert perspective:
– Dendro/EM teams: Nefer looks optimal alongside Hydro trigger supports (Nilou, Kokomi) and EM buffers (Nahida, Sucrose).
– Competition: She will likely compete with Alhaitham (single-target) and Nahida (spread/buff) for top Dendro carry spots.
– F2P viability: To maximize, players will likely need event weapons or strong EM gear; however, she is less resin-gated than Sumeru DPSes.

Should You Pull for Nefer? F2P & Whaley Analysis

Banner timing: No significant concurrent reruns flagged as of patch notes. If you skipped Luna I, Nefer is the flagship Dendro addition for Luna II.
Pity advice: Standard soft-pity rules (guaranteed at 90, 50/50 on first loss unless protected) apply. Weapon banner follows typical Epitomized Path.
Spend guidance:
- F2P/low-spenders: If you lack a dedicated on-field Dendro DPS, Nefer is a valuable roster add—especially with the free Sacrificer's Staff and Dawning Frost as fallback options.
- Optimizers/meta-chasers: Invest if you focus on Dendro/hybrid bloom lineups or competitive Abyss clear times. Otherwise, monitor reruns/speculated Inazuma cycles.

See EarlyGG pulls strategy for a comparison.

Miliastra Wonderland: Gameplay, Unlock Criteria, and Cosmos

Miliastra Wonderland positions Genshin alongside genre peers like user-generated playgrounds. Here’s what’s new:

Access: Unlocked after Prologue Act I ("Knights of Favonius") and awakening your Wonderland Manekin/Manekina.
Gameplay: Solo and co-op competitive minigames, player-made stage creation, and extensive cosmetic collecting.
Platforms: Play on PC, iOS, Android, PS5, Xbox Series X|S. Map design (Sandbox) is currently PC-only.
Cosmetics: Earned via "Odes," Miliastra Shop purchases, crafting, wishlisting, and gifting; 4★ exclusives in Chronicles/Epic progression.
Social tools: Friend cap doubled (now 200); new lobby/party features for easier matchup.

Alt text suggestion: Screenshot of the Miliastra Wonderland lobby interface: player avatars, party up options, and creative map browser; demonstrates the evolving social layer.

Event & System Updates: What to Prioritize Day 1

Compensation
– Primogem compensation: 420 for maintenance, 300 for issue fixes (conditions: AR 5+ by 2025-10-22 06:00 UTC+8)
– Claim by: End of Luna II (maintenance), or 2025-10-25 06:00 UTC+8 (issue fix)
– Mail expiry: 30 days post-distribution

Archon Quests
– Available: Act III ("A Nation That Doesn't Exist"), Act IV ("An Elegy for Faded Moonlight")
– Requirements: AR 28+, clear preceding acts; "Focused Experience Mode" for accessible pacing.

Imaginarium Theater
– Season 1: Opens Nov 1, 2025; required elements: Hydro, Electro, Dendro. Openers: Furina, Barbara, Cyno, Ororon, Alhaitham, Yaoyao.
– Season 2: Starts Dec 1, 2025; element swap.
– Special guests: Arlecchino, Zhongli, Diona, Lynette (S1); Mona, Mualani, Albedo, Fischl (S2).

Spiral Abyss
– Ley Line Updates (Nov 16): Floor 11 EM +200; Floor 12 Bloom DMG +200%, Lunar-Bloom DMG +75%, Pyro Normal +75% (First Half).
– Blessing: Oathbound Moon triggers True DMG on Bond of Life changes.

Other
– Quality of Life: Tutorial button visible, maximum purchase values streamlined, enhanced Luna Treasure Compass range, text/audio fixes, PS4 sunsetted.
– TCG: New cards, balance tweaks for discard mechanics, targeting, character card support.

Pre-Patch Checklist

Level AR for rewards: Ensure AR 5+ to claim maintenance/issue compensation.
Prep Dendro/EM gear: Stockpile artifacts for Nefer, weapons with EM/CRIT substats.
Finish prior Archon quests: Acts II and prerequisite story for new Main Story.
Friend Management: Now’s the time to curate your 200-slot friend list—deal with old connections before co-op and creative events ramp up.
Review event redemption: Keep an eye on time-sensitive rewards in mail and event shops.

Looking Forward: Luna II and Beyond

The Luna II update reflects HoYoverse’s growing focus on long-term engagement—creative co-op, system upgrades, and new monetization hooks like cosmetic gifting. With Nefer leading Dendro DPS innovation and Miliastra Wonderland courting broader social play, the game sets a high bar for patch-after-patch relevance in the gacha RPG space.

Players should expect further refinements to custom content, recurring endgame (Imaginarium Theater, Spiral Abyss), and continued regional unlocks as 6.1 paves the way into the franchise’s next arc. For deeper banner break-downs, prep lists, and live meta updates, see EarlyGG’s dedicated Luna II hub.

Not stated in official materials: Specific 4★ banner rates, full rerun lists, all artifact/stat changes. All details based on HoYoverse’s official patch 6.1 notes as of publication.