Version 6.0 is tipped to launch on 10 September 2025, skipping 5.9 entirely and dovetailing with the game’s fifth-anniversary broadcast. The patch is expected to open the snow-lit frontier of Nod-Krai, introduce three playable newcomers, and reset the double-value Genesis Crystal bonus—making it the most lucrative update since Inazuma.
A First Look at Nod-Krai
Leaked footage shows an aurora-washed landscape where jagged ridges give way to broad, wind-buffeted plains. The central hub, Lightkeeper’s Harbor, mixes steampunk cranes with Snezhnayan architecture, while the roaming world-boss Runic Roc stalks the open Ivory Steppe.
A recent web-event even teased map locations—Paha Isle laboratories, Frostmoon Scion sanctuaries, and a wrecked airship at Blue Amber Lake—hinting at Fatui-driven storylines and hidden danger zones.
Three New Faces on the Banner Horizon
Flins (Phase 1)
A five-star Electro pole-arm DPS, Flins wields the new Lunar-Charged reaction that chains Electro bursts between targets, encouraging brisk three-character rotations.
Lauma (Phase 2)
Lauma brings Dendro catalyst support, detonating Bloom cores into homing projectiles while sprinkling heals—perfect for Hyperbloom or future Lunar synergies.
Aino (Free 4★)
Leaks suggest Aino, a Hydro claymore voyager, will be handed out through a regional quest much like Xiangling’s early event.
If HoYoverse keeps its six-week cadence, Flins’ banner should run from launch day until 1 October 2025, with Lauma taking over through 12 November 2025.
Combat Shake-Ups: Lunar Reactions
The Lunar family of reactions pairs Electro with Cryo, bouncing damage to two nearby foes and scaling off Elemental Mastery—early math pegs it as a Hyperbloom-level mob clearer.
Quality-of-life tweaks may arrive alongside it: Condensed Resin storage rising from eight to ten, universal Artifact Strongboxes twice weekly, and a pick-your-loot option for weekly bosses.
Anniversary Rewards and Crystal Strategy
HoYoverse traditionally mails 20 free wishes and 1,600 Primogems during anniversary week, topped off by a seven-day login event.
The bigger headline, though, is the Initial Top-Up Bonus reset, doubling every Genesis Crystal tier for one purchase cycle.
If you plan to convert Primogems into intertwined fates, a single secure Genesis Crystal top-up timed right after the reset squeezes maximum value from the offer.
Preparing for Patch 6.0
Pre-farm gems and mats—Electro & Dendro ascension stones plus Regional Specialty placeholders will lighten day-one grind.
Save Fragile Resin until Strongbox and Condensed expansions go live.
Track banner pity so the anniversary windfall lands where you need it; if Flins isn’t your style, bank resources for Lauma or later reruns.
Budget Welkin/Pass gems first, then consider an official crystal recharge only once to enjoy the doubled payout without overspend.
Final Thoughts
Beneath the icy skies of Nod-Krai lie new story arcs, a fresh combat meta, and perhaps the most generous anniversary to date. Chart your exploration routes, line up artifact targets, and keep a trusted crystal portal bookmarked for launch day. May your first ten-pull of 6.0 sparkle gold—and may the northern lights guide your glider to hidden treasure.