'Genshin Impact' Version Luna VII Update Released Today, May 20. New 5-Star 'Niko' and 4-Star 'Prune' Debut!
HoYoverse implemented the version Luna VII update for 'Genshin Impact' today, May 20. The update introduces new characters Niko, Prune, and Durin to the event wishes, along with new Archon Quests and weapons.
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- 📰 Published: May 20, 2026 at 21:33
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Global interactive entertainment brand HoYoverse released the version Luna VII "Prana of Void and Ash" update for the multi-platform open-world RPG "Genshin Impact" today, Wednesday, May 20. We are announcing the arrival of the new 5-star character "Niko (Pyro)", the new 4-star character "Prune (Anemo)", the opening of new Archon Quests set in Sumeru, and other event information.
New 5-star "Niko (Pyro)", new 4-star "Prune (Anemo)", and limited 5-star "Durin (Pyro)" appear in Event Wishes!
Following the update today, Wednesday, May 20, the Event Wish "Murmuring Seraphic Contemplation" and Event Wish 2 "Red Born From White" have commenced.
During this period, the drop rate for the featured characters will be significantly increased.
■ Event Wish - Character "Murmuring Seraphic Contemplation"
[Duration]
After the update on May 20, 2026 (Wednesday) to June 9, 2026 (Tuesday) at 18:59
Featured Character (★5)
"Silence and Clamor Residing in the Heart - Niko"
◇ Element: Pyro
◇ Weapon: Catalyst
◇ The silent "Witch", an envoy of heaven who keeps her mouth shut.
◆ Elemental Skill "Holy Revelation: Unseen Light"
Instantly deploys a blazing shield, increasing the ATK of all team members.
Additionally, as team members continue fighting for a while, they gain an extra ATK buff effect.
◆ Elemental Burst "Holy Revelation: Pilgrim's Progress"
Summons the "Shadow of Mysterium". When an ally's attack hits an enemy, it unleashes an additional attack of the same elemental type.
Featured Character (★4)
"Harboring Clumsy Dreams - Prune"
◇ Element: Anemo
◇ Weapon: Catalyst
◇ A little "Witch Hunter". She has traveled all the way from Nad-Krai to hunt down witches who only bully the weak and commit all sorts of evil deeds.
◆ Elemental Skill "Ring Ring! The Sound of Witch Hunting"
Swings down her hammer with all her might, striking the enemy along with her bell. If a Swirl reaction occurs at this time, Prune hops onto the elementally infused hammer and heavily strikes the enemy.
◆ Elemental Burst "It's Witch Hunting Time!"
The bell summoned by Prune watches over all enemies, dealing AoE Anemo DMG at regular intervals. If the bell triggers a Swirl reaction, the elementally infused hammer delivers a devastating blow to the enemy.
"Wolf Boy - Razor"
◇ Element: Electro
◇ Weapon: Claymore
◇ A boy who lives away from human towns with wolves in Wolvendom, Mondstadt. He has sharp intuition and agile movements.
"Prinzessin der Verurteilung! - Fischl"
◇ Element: Electro
◇ Weapon: Bow
◇ The self-proclaimed "Prinzessin der Verurteilung". A mysterious girl traveling with a night-raven named Oz. Currently registered with the Adventurers' Guild as an investigator.
■ Event Wish - Character 2 "Red Born From White"
[Duration]
After the update on May 20, 2026 (Wednesday) to June 9, 2026 (Tuesday) at 18:59
Featured Character (★5)
"Undying Flame - Durin"
◇ Element: Pyro
◇ Weapon: Sword
◇ The dragon born from Witch M's story has finally arrived in the human world. His "story" will continue to be woven.
◆ Elemental Skill "Dual Formula: Fusion Refining"
Upon activating the Elemental Skill, Durin can enter either the "Pure White Truth" or "Pitch Black Denial" state.
Immediately after changing states, Durin can recover a certain amount of Elemental Energy, preparing for subsequent buff acquisitions or the activation of different Elemental Bursts.
Pure White Truth: Immediately deals AoE Pyro DMG to nearby enemies.
Pitch Black Denial: Immediately deals multiple instances of Pyro DMG to enemies in front.
◆ Elemental Burst "Pure White Law: Shifting Light"
When "Burning", "Overloaded", "Pyro Swirl", or "Pyro Crystallize" reactions are triggered, or when dealing Pyro or Dendro DMG to an enemy in a Burning state, the enemy's Pyro RES and the RES corresponding to the reaction are decreased.
It also deals 3 instances of AoE Pyro DMG to enemies in front, and while following the active character on the field, attacks surrounding enemies at regular intervals, dealing AoE Pyro DMG.
◆ Elemental Burst "Pitch Black Law: Smoldering Star"
Deals 3 instances of AoE Pyro DMG to enemies in front, and while following the active character on the field, deals AoE Pyro DMG to 1 enemy at regular intervals.
Additionally, upon triggering "Vaporize" and "Melt" reactions, the damage of the elemental reactions he triggers is increased.
Featured Characters (★4)
"Harboring Clumsy Dreams - Prune (Anemo)"
"Wolf Boy - Razor (Electro)"
"Prinzessin der Verurteilung! - Fischl (Electro)"
Event Wish - Weapon "Epitome Invocation" Now Available!
Following the update today, Wednesday, May 20, the Event Wish "Epitome Invocation" has commenced.
During this period, the drop rate for the new 5-star weapon "Catalyst: Seven Oaths of Dust and Light" and the limited 5-star weapon "Sword: Black Eclipse" will be significantly increased.
New 5-star "Niko (Pyro)", new 4-star "Prune (Anemo)", and limited 5-star "Durin (Pyro)" appear in Event Wishes!
Following the update today, Wednesday, May 20, the Event Wish "Murmuring Seraphic Contemplation" and Event Wish 2 "Red Born From White" have commenced.
During this period, the drop rate for the featured characters will be significantly increased.
■ Event Wish - Character "Murmuring Seraphic Contemplation"
[Duration]
After the update on May 20, 2026 (Wednesday) to June 9, 2026 (Tuesday) at 18:59
Featured Character (★5)
"Silence and Clamor Residing in the Heart - Niko"
◇ Element: Pyro
◇ Weapon: Catalyst
◇ The silent "Witch", an envoy of heaven who keeps her mouth shut.
◆ Elemental Skill "Holy Revelation: Unseen Light"
Instantly deploys a blazing shield, increasing the ATK of all team members.
Additionally, as team members continue fighting for a while, they gain an extra ATK buff effect.
◆ Elemental Burst "Holy Revelation: Pilgrim's Progress"
Summons the "Shadow of Mysterium". When an ally's attack hits an enemy, it unleashes an additional attack of the same elemental type.
Featured Character (★4)
"Harboring Clumsy Dreams - Prune"
◇ Element: Anemo
◇ Weapon: Catalyst
◇ A little "Witch Hunter". She has traveled all the way from Nad-Krai to hunt down witches who only bully the weak and commit all sorts of evil deeds.
◆ Elemental Skill "Ring Ring! The Sound of Witch Hunting"
Swings down her hammer with all her might, striking the enemy along with her bell. If a Swirl reaction occurs at this time, Prune hops onto the elementally infused hammer and heavily strikes the enemy.
◆ Elemental Burst "It's Witch Hunting Time!"
The bell summoned by Prune watches over all enemies, dealing AoE Anemo DMG at regular intervals. If the bell triggers a Swirl reaction, the elementally infused hammer delivers a devastating blow to the enemy.
"Wolf Boy - Razor"
◇ Element: Electro
◇ Weapon: Claymore
◇ A boy who lives away from human towns with wolves in Wolvendom, Mondstadt. He has sharp intuition and agile movements.
"Prinzessin der Verurteilung! - Fischl"
◇ Element: Electro
◇ Weapon: Bow
◇ The self-proclaimed "Prinzessin der Verurteilung". A mysterious girl traveling with a night-raven named Oz. Currently registered with the Adventurers' Guild as an investigator.
■ Event Wish - Character 2 "Red Born From White"
[Duration]
After the update on May 20, 2026 (Wednesday) to June 9, 2026 (Tuesday) at 18:59
Featured Character (★5)
"Undying Flame - Durin"
◇ Element: Pyro
◇ Weapon: Sword
◇ The dragon born from Witch M's story has finally arrived in the human world. His "story" will continue to be woven.
◆ Elemental Skill "Dual Formula: Fusion Refining"
Upon activating the Elemental Skill, Durin can enter either the "Pure White Truth" or "Pitch Black Denial" state.
Immediately after changing states, Durin can recover a certain amount of Elemental Energy, preparing for subsequent buff acquisitions or the activation of different Elemental Bursts.
Pure White Truth: Immediately deals AoE Pyro DMG to nearby enemies.
Pitch Black Denial: Immediately deals multiple instances of Pyro DMG to enemies in front.
◆ Elemental Burst "Pure White Law: Shifting Light"
When "Burning", "Overloaded", "Pyro Swirl", or "Pyro Crystallize" reactions are triggered, or when dealing Pyro or Dendro DMG to an enemy in a Burning state, the enemy's Pyro RES and the RES corresponding to the reaction are decreased.
It also deals 3 instances of AoE Pyro DMG to enemies in front, and while following the active character on the field, attacks surrounding enemies at regular intervals, dealing AoE Pyro DMG.
◆ Elemental Burst "Pitch Black Law: Smoldering Star"
Deals 3 instances of AoE Pyro DMG to enemies in front, and while following the active character on the field, deals AoE Pyro DMG to 1 enemy at regular intervals.
Additionally, upon triggering "Vaporize" and "Melt" reactions, the damage of the elemental reactions he triggers is increased.
Featured Characters (★4)
"Harboring Clumsy Dreams - Prune (Anemo)"
"Wolf Boy - Razor (Electro)"
"Prinzessin der Verurteilung! - Fischl (Electro)"
Event Wish - Weapon "Epitome Invocation" Now Available!
Following the update today, Wednesday, May 20, the Event Wish "Epitome Invocation" has commenced.
During this period, the drop rate for the new 5-star weapon "Catalyst: Seven Oaths of Dust and Light" and the limited 5-star weapon "Sword: Black Eclipse" will be significantly increased.
FAQ
What new characters are in Genshin Impact Luna VII?
The update introduces the new 5-star 'Niko' (Pyro), 4-star 'Prune' (Anemo), and limited 5-star 'Durin' (Pyro).
How long does the new event wish last?
The event wishes run from the update on May 20, 2026, until June 9, 2026, at 18:59.
Who is the voice actor for the new character Niko?
The Japanese voice actor for the new 5-star character Niko is Megumi Toyoguchi.