Genshin Luna VIII: Sandrone and Citlali Banners

Version Luna VIII has arrived in Genshin Impact, bringing two new 5-star Cryo characters alongside a stacked weapon banner and a unique Lightrace Wish. Travelers have until 2026-07-21 17:59 (server time) to decide how to spend their Primogems. For the latest news and guides, check out our Genshin Impact hub.

At a Glance

• Sandrone (Cryo) – 5-star event-exclusive, featured in Character Event Wish "To the Looking-Glass the Mademoiselle Said."
• Citlali (Cryo) – 5-star event-exclusive, featured in Character Event Wish-2 "Starry Night's Whispers."
• Weapon Banner – Epitome Invocation boosts A Teaspoon of Transcendence (Claymore) and Starcaller's Watch (Catalyst).
• Lightrace Wish – Heavenlit Prophecy allows players to chart a course toward one of multiple 5-star characters or weapons.
• 4-star units on both character banners: Beidou (Electro), Diona (Cryo), and Freminet (Cryo).

Banner Details

Both character banners run concurrently from the Luna VIII update until 2026-07-21 17:59 (server time). The guarantee count for Character Event Wish and Character Event Wish-2 is shared, so pity accumulates across both. This does not affect the standard wish or weapon banner.

Sandrone is the only 5-star in her banner, while Citlali headlines the second. Both are Cryo characters and cannot be obtained from the standard Wanderlust Invocation banner.

Epitome Invocation (Weapons)

The weapon banner features two 5-star options: A Teaspoon of Transcendence (Claymore) and Starcaller's Watch (Catalyst). Players can use the Epitomized Path to target a specific weapon. The 4-star lineup includes Favonius Sword, Rainslasher, Dragon's Bane, Sacrificial Fragments, and Sacrificial Bow.

Heavenlit Prophecy (Lightrace Wish)

This special banner allows you to select and chart a course toward one of several 5-star items, including Wriothesley (Cryo), Cyno (Electro), Yae Miko (Electro), and weapons like Sunny Morning Sleep-In (Catalyst) and Kagura's Verity (Catalyst). The 4-star pool is massive, covering many older characters and weapons. The guarantee count for Lightrace Wish is shared with Chronicled Wish, not with the standard character event banners.

Should You Pull?

Sandrone and Citlali are both Cryo 5-stars, but their roles likely differ. If you need a strong Cryo DPS or support, evaluate your current roster. The shared pity system means you can pull on either banner without resetting progress on the other.

For weapons, A Teaspoon of Transcendence and Starcaller's Watch are both event-exclusive. If you plan to use Sandrone or Citlali, their signature weapons are likely optimal, but weigh the cost of the weapon banner’s 75/25 split.

The Lightrace Wish is ideal for players who missed previous limited characters like Wriothesley or Yae Miko. With a charted path, you can guarantee one specific 5-star item after up to 270 pulls (hard pity).

Events & Rewards

During the banner period, the Test Run trial event lets you try Sandrone and Citlali with fixed lineups. Completing the challenges grants standard rewards (Mora, Enhancement Ore). No other limited-time events are mentioned in this notice, but the Luna VIII patch may include additional activities.

Teams & Synergies

Both new characters are Cryo, opening slots in Freeze, Melt, or mono-Cryo teams. Pair them with Hydro applicators (e.g., Furina, Ayato) for Freeze or Pyro units (e.g., Bennett, Xiangling) for Melt. The 4-star options Diona and Freminet offer shielding and physical/Cryo sub-DPS respectively, but Beidou provides Electro off-field damage for Superconduct.

For more detailed pull advice, check out our Genshin Impact Banner Guide and Veteran’s Pull Strategy.

Final Thoughts

Version Luna VIII offers a wealth of Cryo options and a rare Lightrace Wish for collector-minded players. Plan your Primogem budget carefully before the banners end on 2026-07-21 17:59 server time. Stay tuned to EarlyGG for more Genshin Impact coverage.