Genshin Impact Luna III Update Patch Notes Reveals

The newest version of HoYoverse’s open-world title has already rolled out. There are new characters, more quests to progress, extra systems, and several gameplay adjustments that players need a while to absorb. The Genshin Impact Luna III update patch notes feel unusually lengthy for a version that doesn’t add an entirely new region, but it still manages to reshape plenty.

Genshin Impact Luna III update patch notes

New Characters: Durin and Jahoda

Genshin Impact Version Luna III makes two characters available, and both of them function in different ways from each other.

• Durin, a 5-star Pyro sword wielder, works on a dual-stance approach, where he is swapping between two flame styles depending on your team's requirements.
• His Elemental Skill turns him into “Confirmation of Purity,” which brings a white-fire dragon dealing wide Pyro damage and weakening certain enemies. The other stance, “Denial of Darkness,” calls out a decay-themed dragon that focuses more on precise Pyro hits and better reactions.
• Jahoda, on the other hand, is a 4-star Anemo bow support who deals with healing and elemental collection. Her skill puts her into a moving state where she absorbs traits from affected enemies, then releases improved Anemo attacks and healing afterwards.
• Her Burst gives steady healing, and it switches target when the current one reaches the set HP range. With Constellations added, she becomes more flexible in multi-element teams and covers many supportive gaps.

Weapons and Equipment Additions

There are also newly added weapons mentioned inside the Genshin Impact Luna III update patch notes, designed mainly for the fresh characters.

• The 5-star sword Athame Artis increases Elemental Burst Crit DMG and activates ATK-boosting effects that also help nearby allies. Several extra effects pile on top of it, especially the Hexerei-related ones, which make the weapon grow stronger the more it is activated.

• A 4-star bow named Rainbow Serpent’s Rain Bow enhances ATK whenever the wielder deals damage while not on the field. It supports characters who prefer to contribute from the background.

Main Story and Character Quest Expansions

Two new story chapters continue the progress of the Welkin plotline:

• Song of the Welkin Moon: Act V – A Nocturne of the Far North
• Song of the Welkin Moon: Act VI – Melting Moonlight in the Morning Mist

Players who reached Adventure Rank 28 and cleared earlier chapters will unlock them. Durin also receives his first Story Quest, Draco Rubedo Chapter: Act I, which rewards his special outfit once finished.

System Updates: Witch’s Homework and Hexerei

One of the larger systemic additions in this version is the Witch’s Homework feature. Completing the introduction quest gives access to the Little Witch’s Dictionary, which unlocks a special talent titled Witch’s Eve Rite for some characters like Durin, Mona, Fischl, Klee, Sucrose, and a few more.

When two Hexerei-aligned team members are together, a new passive called Hexerei: Secret Rite becomes active and provides positive effects during combat. After finishing the Homework tutorial part, players can choose one of three characters, Fischl, Sucrose, or Razor, to join their roster permanently.

New Enemy Type: Super-Heavy Landrover

Genshin Impact Luna III update patch notes bring On Paha Isle, players will encounter a newly designed mechanical opponent called the Super-Heavy Landrover. It has a heating meter that rises when it receives Pyro damage. If the meter becomes too high, the machine tries to cool itself with a Cryo Ward. Interrupting this cycle can disrupt the enemy’s rhythm. This foe encourages more active management of attack types instead of simply repeating the same hits.

For players interested in gearing up, the Genshin Impact Luna IV Artifact Sets and Bonuses Revealed also guides the best artifact setups for combat synergy.

Miliastra Wonderland, Cosmetic Sets, and Lobby Features

Wonderland content gets expanded again with new cosmetic sets such as Frosty Plume, Healing Heart, Winter’s Warmth, and a long list of additional pieces. Some of the new decorations are available only for a limited period in the Miliastra Shop. The Standard Ode set also gains another chapter entry. The Public Lobby switches into a winter theme called Tranquil Snowcourt: Clear Winter Day, and a matching template can be unlocked in Realms progression.

Genius Invocation TCG Enhancements

The card game receives multiple additions: new character cards for Escoffier, Gaming, and Black Serpent Knight, along with a few action cards. A new season of The Forge Realm’s Temper arrives, including special combat styles and unique challenge rules that require some deck adjusting.

Imaginarium Theater, Spiral Abyss, and Combat Tweaks

The new Imaginarium Theater season starts January 1, 2026, mainly focusing on Pyro, Hydro, and Electro. Some characters get new Thespian Tricks, changing how they act, and a few others gain temporary buffs as opening units. For the Spiral Abyss, the December 16 reset brings strong Pyro and Electro bonuses on Floors 11 and 12. The latest Abyssal Moon effect triggers shockwaves when Swirl is used up close, pushing players to set up reactions more carefully.

Players looking to optimize character progression may also find it useful to check the Genshin Impact Columbina ascension materials leaked for insight into ascension requirements.

Miscellaneous Additions and Fixes

Genshin Impact Luna III update patch notes add new recipes, character dishes, achievements, namecards, and some wildlife. UI improvements make sorting characters, tracking the Battle Pass, and exploring Miliastra Wonderland smoother. Bug fixes resolve issues with quests, animations, environments, and skills, though minor problems may still appear.

Version Luna III brings extended story quests, new systems, two characters, and gameplay tweaks that feel a bit uneven but meaningful. According to the patch notes, this update mixes narrative, combat, and system changes that make the world feel slightly refreshed again.