The Genshin Impact 6.0 teaser took the community by storm, showcasing an expansive lineup of characters from the upcoming nation of Nodcry. In this breakdown, YouTuber AliceronZ walks us through each character’s anticipated banner release date, element, role, and what we know about their kits. With the patch cycle now fully loaded through 6.7, here’s your complete guide on who’s coming and when to save your Primogems.
Patch 6.0 – Introduction to Nodcry
Characters:
- Flynn’s (5★ Electro Bow)
- Llama (5★ Dendro Catalyst)
- Ano (4★ Hydro Claymore)
Banner Order:
- Flynn’s will headline the first half, acting as the patch’s anniversary unit.
- Llama follows in the second half.
- Ano is featured in Flynn’s banner and will likely be obtainable for free.
Kits & Roles:
- Flynn’s is built around Lunar Reactions, particularly as a carry that synergizes with Hydro.
- Llama supports Lunar Bloom by modifying Bloom reactions and applying buffs from the background. She represents a support-style Dendro unit rather than a traditional DPS.
- Ano is a crucial enabler—being the only Hydro character from Nodcry, she’s necessary to trigger Lunar reactions until Colombina arrives.
Patch 6.1 – Duran
Character:
- Duran (5★ Pyro)
Role:
- Off-field Pyro support and buffer.
- Duran is set to replace Bennett and Xiangling as the go-to Pyro support. He applies Pyro from off-field and buffs teammates’ damage, especially Cryo and Hydro characters.
- Weapon type is still unknown.
Hype Level:
- Massive. Duran is one of the most anticipated characters in the upcoming cycles.
Patch 6.2 – Nefer
Character:
- Nefer (5★ Dendro Bow)
Role:
- Main DPS for Lunar Bloom teams.
- Designed to pair directly with Llama, Nefer’s kit amplifies damage through Lunar Bloom synergy and likely fills the core DPS slot in these new comps.
Patch 6.3 – Colombina & More
Characters:
- Colombina (5★ Hydro Polearm)
- Unrevealed Female Character (likely 5★)
Colombina’s Role:
- Archon-equivalent of Nodcry.
- Off-field Hydro applicator and buffer.
- Will enable full Lunar Reaction teams by being the first 5-star Hydro character from Nodcry.
- Wields a polearm, not a catalyst as some expected.
- Strong synergy with many team archetypes. Her kit is expected to be top-tier, on par with Nahida.
Note: The second 6.3 unit (name unrevealed) is speculated to be from Liyue, possibly due to lantern motifs in teaser materials.
Patch 6.4 – New Female Character
Character:
- Another unrevealed female unit.
- Nothing is confirmed, but expectations are that she will be from Nodcry, continuing the region’s narrative push.
Patch 6.5 – Varka
Character:
- Varka (5★ Anemo Claymore)
Role:
- Anemo damage-focused unit.
- Will NOT be physical, as previously speculated. Instead, Varka will deal pure Anemo damage with a versatile, all-around strong kit.
- This marks his long-awaited debut after years of teasing.
Patch 6.6 & 6.7 – Nicole & Alice
Characters:
- Nicole (5★ Cryo Support)
- Alice (5★ Pyro DPS)
Synergy & Roles:
- Nicole is an off-field Cryo applicator designed to enable Pyro characters like Alice. She’s expected to be on the same power level as Duran.
- Alice, mother of Klee, will be a powerful on-field Pyro DPS. Her kit is said to rival Colombina in strength, and she’ll shine in double-witch comps with Nicole.
This duo is generating significant excitement as one of the best-synergizing pairings in Genshin’s upcoming metas.
Banner Release Timeline Summary
| Patch | Characters | Roles |
|---|---|---|
| 6.0 | Flynn’s (Electro), Llama (Dendro), Ano (Hydro) | Lunar reaction core, support, enabler |
| 6.1 | Duran (Pyro) | Off-field Pyro buffer |
| 6.2 | Nefer (Dendro) | Lunar Bloom main DPS |
| 6.3 | Colombina (Hydro), Unknown Female | Archon-tier support, potential Liyue unit |
| 6.4 | Unknown Female | Likely Nodcry continuation |
| 6.5 | Varka (Anemo) | Anemo damage dealer |
| 6.6 | Nicole (Cryo) | Cryo support |
| 6.7 | Alice (Pyro) | On-field Pyro DPS |
Source: AliceronZ – Watch the original video
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Who is the 5-star Hydro unit that replaces Ano in Lunar teams?
A: Colombina, expected in patch 6.3, will be the premier Hydro unit for enabling Lunar Reactions.
Q: Is Varka a physical or Anemo unit?
A: He is confirmed to be an Anemo Claymore character focused on Anemo damage, not physical.
Q: Which character should I pull for if I want the best Lunar Reaction support?
A: Llama is the core Lunar Bloom support, while Colombina is necessary for Hydro application. Together, they form the foundation of Lunar comps.
Q: When will Alice become playable?
A: Alice is expected to arrive in patch 6.7 as an on-field Pyro DPS with a high-power kit.
Q: Are there any free characters in 6.0?
A: Yes, Ano (4-star Hydro Claymore) is rumored to be obtainable for free.
Q: Who are the Archon equivalents in Nodcry?
A: Colombina is confirmed to be the Archon-tier unit for Nodcry, serving a similar role to Nahida or Raiden.
Let us know who you’re saving for—and stay tuned for more updates as we near the 6.0 launch!
