Phase 2 of Genshin Impact Version 6.3 shifts the spotlight to Zibai, the long-awaited Geo Adeptus, whose lunar-themed kit introduces an entirely new way to think about Crystallize teams. We’re also getting a Neuvillette rerun, making this banner phase especially tempting for players lacking a strong hypercarry.
In this article, we’ll break down Zibai’s kit and weapon, walk you through the new events, and wrap things up with why now’s a great time to prepare your pulls.
New Character: Zibai
Zibai enters Genshin Impact as a Geo sword user with deep roots in Liyue’s ancient history. Once revered as an angel-like deity governing Lang-Gan, she was worshipped as the God of Soil and Grain before the civilization’s fall. After Lang-Gan’s destruction, Zibai’s divinity faded, and she eventually became one of the Eight Adepts, carrying echoes of her former power into the present. Her design and lore lean heavily into lunar symbolism, tying her story to cycles, balance, and the quiet weight of lost civilizations, making her debut feel both grand and melancholic.
Zibai’s kit revolves around the Lunar Phase Shift, a stance that converts her Normal and Charged Attacks into Geo-infused strikes while enabling the Lunar-Crystallize reaction. Unlike traditional Geo units that focus purely on raw damage or shielding, Zibai rewards DEF scaling, Hydro synergy, and precise rotations. She’s best played as an on-field DPS in Geo-Hydro teams, turning Crystallize reactions into meaningful damage instead of just defensive utility. If you enjoy reaction-driven gameplay but want something sturdier and more methodical than glass-cannon carries, Zibai brings a refreshing twist to the Geo roster.
Zibai will be joined by 5-star Neuvillette and 4-stars Illuga, Aino, and Gorou in Phase 2, which runs until February 24, 2026. Neuvillette’s return is especially exciting—his overwhelming Hydro damage, massive AoE coverage, and self-sustaining playstyle still place him firmly among the strongest DPS units in the game.
New Weapon: Lightbearing Moonshard
With a high Crit DMG substat and a passive that boosts DEF by 20%, Zibai’s signature sword leans fully into her scaling needs. Its passive effect, Legacy of Lang-Gan, further amplifies Lunar-Crystallize reaction damage by 64% for a short duration after using an Elemental Skill, making it a massive power spike during her Lunar Phase Shift windows. While clearly designed with Zibai in mind, DEF-scaling Geo characters like Albedo or Chiori can also make good use of it, giving the weapon some long-term value beyond a single banner.
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New Events
Moonlit Patrol Exercise
Running from February 9 to February 23, 2026, this event introduces a tactical, wargame-style challenge set in Nod-Krai. Players will choose a Frontline Captain and assemble combat units to face off against enemy formations in simulated battles. It’s less about raw stats and more about wise lineup choices, rewarding players with Primogems, weapon ascension materials, and other valuable resources.
Ley Line Overflow
A familiar event that’s always welcome, Ley Line Overflow doubles the rewards from Blossoms of Revelation and Wealth. It’s the perfect chance to stock up on EXP books and Mora—especially useful if you’re planning to build Zibai, Neuvillette, or multiple characters from this banner.
Phase 2 of Version 6.3 offers a strong mix of innovation and reliability. Zibai pushes Geo gameplay forward with Lunar-Crystallize mechanics, while Neuvillette’s rerun gives players a proven powerhouse to aim for. With valuable events running alongside the banners, this phase is packed with reasons to log in, farm, and pull.
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