HoYoverse, the global interactive entertainment brand, launched new character event wishes in the multi-platform open-world RPG Genshin Impact starting February 3 (Tuesday). The update features new 5-star character Zibai (Geo), new 4-star character Illuga (Geo), and various limited-time events.
New Characters Join Event Wishes: 5-Star Zibai, Limited 5-Star Neuvillette, and 4-Star Illuga
Starting February 3 (Tuesday), the Character Event Wish "Pillar of Prosperity" and Character Event Wish-2 "Ordainer of Inexorable Judgment" are now available.
During the event period, pickup characters have significantly increased appearance rates.
Character Event Wish "Pillar of Prosperity"

Event Period:
February 3, 2026 (Tuesday) 7:00 PM to February 24 (Tuesday) 3:59 PM
Pickup Character (5-Star)

"Steed Passing Through Time, Hidden in the Depths - Zibai"
◇ Element: Geo
◇ Weapon: Sword
◇ The white horse immortal from Liyue's legends - Zibai. Among the tales of Liyue's adepti, she is the most mysterious existence.
◆ Elemental Skill "All Beings Are But Fleeting"
When Zibai activates her Elemental Skill, she enters "Steed Passing Through the Moon" mode. She unleashes an adeptal assault like a galloping steed, dealing massive moon crystal damage multiple times through consecutive normal attacks and special Elemental Skills.
◆ Special Elemental Skill "Soaring Spirit Steed"
Accumulates and consumes "Light Floating in Time" to activate the special Elemental Skill.
Accumulation methods:
- Enter "Steed Passing Through the Moon" mode (automatically accumulates)
- Normal attacks hit enemies
- Trigger Crystallize reactions while in Full Illumination state
◆ Elemental Burst "Ceremonial Law of the Three Enclosures"
Spins the canopy of Qingxuan Yanghua to attack, dealing Geo DMG twice. The second instance of damage is considered Crystallize reaction damage.
Pickup Characters (4-Star)

"Burning Core of the Dark Night - Illuga"
◇ Element: Geo
◇ Weapon: Polearm
◇ Investigation squad "Dark Night Eagles" member. The youngest squad leader of the Lightkeepers.
◆ Elemental Skill "Dawn-Breaking Night Raven"
When activating the Elemental Skill, Illuga summons a messenger bird to dispel the dark night, increasing the CRIT Rate and CRIT DMG of party members' Geo DMG.
◆ Elemental Burst "Shadowless Light"
When activating the Elemental Burst, Illuga lights the lamp, gaining 21 stacks of "Song of the Night Raven." When party members launch attacks, they consume "Song of the Night Raven" to increase Geo DMG and Crystallize reaction damage.
After activating the Elemental Burst, if Geo Constructs exist on the field or are newly created, additional stacks of "Song of the Night Raven" are obtained.

"Dondon Wonderful Machine - Aino"
◇ Element: Hydro
◇ Weapon: Claymore
◇ Genius mechanical engineer from Nad Krai. Loves interesting machines and sweets.

"Canine Warrior - Gorou"
◇ Element: Geo
◇ Weapon: Bow
◇ General of the Watatsumi Army. Despite his commanding presence as a leader, he shows no arrogance of high officials. In any situation, his subordinates deeply trust him, able to confidently entrust both their hearts and backs to him.
Character Event Wish-2 "Ordainer of Inexorable Judgment"

Event Period:
February 3, 2026 (Tuesday) 7:00 PM to February 24 (Tuesday) 3:59 PM
Pickup Character (5-Star)

"Ordainer of Inexorable Judgment - Neuvillette"
◇ Element: Hydro
◇ Weapon: Catalyst
◇ Fontaine's Chief Justice. Renowned for his flawless "impartial" demeanor.
◆ Elemental Skill "O Tears, I Shall Repay"
Summons cascading torrents, dealing Hydro AoE DMG to enemies in front based on Neuvillette's Max HP. After hitting enemies, generates 3 Sourcewater Droplets nearby.
◆ Elemental Burst "O Tides, I Have Returned"
Unleashes surging waves, dealing Hydro AoE DMG based on Neuvillette's Max HP. Afterward, summons 2 torrents to descend, dealing Hydro DMG in a small area. Generates 6 Sourcewater Droplets within a certain range in front.
Pickup Characters (4-Star)
"Burning Core of the Dark Night - Illuga (Geo)"
"Dondon Wonderful Machine - Aino (Hydro)"
"Canine Warrior - Gorou (Geo)"
Weapon Event Wish "Epitome Invocation" Now Available

Starting February 3 (Tuesday), the Weapon Event Wish "Epitome Invocation" is now available.
During the event period, the appearance rates of new 5-star weapon "Sword - Crescent Moon's Radiance" and limited 5-star weapon "Catalyst - Tome of the Eternal Flow" are significantly increased.
Event Period:
February 3, 2026 (Tuesday) 7:00 PM to February 24 (Tuesday) 3:59 PM
Pickup Weapons (5-Star)
"Sword - Crescent Moon's Radiance"
"Catalyst - Tome of the Eternal Flow"
Pickup Weapons (4-Star)
"Sword - Xiphos' Moonlight"
"Claymore - Favonius Greatsword"
"Catalyst - Sacrificial Fragments"
"Bow - Favonius Warbow"
"Polearm - Dragon's Bane"
Event Information
Get Yaoyao's New Outfit! Themed Event "Celestial Jade Wheel's Path" Now Running

The themed event "Celestial Jade Wheel's Path" is currently underway.
During the event period, participate in four activities - "Dragon Dance and Phoenix Flight," "Auspicious Battle Colors," "Moonlight Adeptal Traces," and "Lantern's Bright Dawn" to earn "Lucky Money," which can be exchanged for rewards including Primogems at the event shop.
By participating in the event, players can obtain Yaoyao's new outfit "Rain Echoing Through Bamboo" and invite one free 4-star Liyue character.


Event Period:
January 30, 2026 (Friday) 11:00 AM to February 23 (Monday) 4:59 AM

Additionally, Zibai's Story Quest "Celestial Jade Wheel's Path" will be unlocked during the event period.
Players who reach the required Adventure Rank and complete prerequisite quests can unlock it. Clearing the three-stage story and epilogue rewards players with Primogems and other rewards.
Story Unlock Schedule:
| Stage 1 Story Unlock | January 30, 2026 (Friday) 11:00 AM |
| Stage 2 Story Unlock | February 1, 2026 (Sunday) 5:00 AM |
| Stage 3 Story Unlock | February 3, 2026 (Tuesday) 5:00 AM |
Story Unlock Requirements:
Adventure Rank 20 or above
Complete Archon Quest Prologue: Act III "Song of the Dragon and Freedom"
※After the event ends, players at Adventure Rank 26 or above who have completed Archon Quest Act III "Song of the Dragon and Freedom" can continue to accept this Story Quest from "Quest Menu - Featured Events."
"Patrol Exercise" Event Begins
Starting February 9 (Monday), the "Patrol Exercise" event will be held.
During the event period, select frontline leaders and combat units to form deployment teams and engage in practice battles against opponents to earn rewards including Primogems and weapon ascension materials.
Event Period:
February 9, 2026 (Monday) 11:00 AM to February 23 (Monday) 4:59 AM
"Overflow of the Ley Lines" Event Begins
Starting February 16 (Monday), the "Overflow of the Ley Lines" event will be held.
During the event period, when completing "Ley Line Blossoms - Blossom of Wealth" or "Ley Line Blossoms - Blossom of Revelation" and claiming rewards using Original Resin, double rewards can be obtained. Double rewards can be claimed up to 3 times per day.
Event Period:
February 16, 2026 (Monday) 5:00 AM to February 23 (Monday) 4:59 AM

About Genshin Impact
A free-to-play open-world RPG, Genshin Impact. Become the mysterious "Traveler" and embark on a journey across the beautiful continent of Teyvat to search for separated siblings.
In the new version "Void Moon's Song," the seventh region "Nad Krai" is now accessible.
Across vast nations each with distinct cultures, encounter numerous characters. Master elemental reactions in combat and uncover the secrets of Teyvat.
Genshin Impact supports cross-platform play on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, Android, and iOS, allowing players to enjoy adventures together or solo across platform boundaries through shared data save functionality and multiplayer features.
Game Overview
Title: Genshin Impact
Genre: Open-World RPG
Platforms: PlayStation®5/Xbox Series X|S/PC/iOS/Android
Planned Platform: Nintendo Switch™
Price: Free-to-play (with optional in-game purchases)
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