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By ExploreGenshin.gg
Genshin Impact fans, mark your calendars. April 30, 2025, could be the start of something big. As the Traveler’s journey through Teyvat continues, Hoyoverse is preparing us for the next regional arc: Nod-Krai — a snowy, mysterious territory heavily tied to Mondstadt’s past and Snezhnaya’s future.
With Version 5.6 taking us back to Mondstadt and teasing familiar names like Varka, the momentum is clearly building. Let’s break down everything we know and what to expect from the “Let’s Start with Nod-Krai” livestream, which may usher in the beginning of Genshin’s endgame.
❄️ What Is Nod-Krai?
Nod-Krai appears to be a transition region between Mondstadt and Snezhnaya. Though Varka, Mondstadt’s long-absent Grandmaster, won’t appear in person just yet, his voice lines and involvement in the upcoming events confirm his importance — and his stationing in Nod-Krai with the Knights of Favonius expedition.
This region isn’t just a snowy backdrop. Hoyoverse confirmed that multiple factions are active here:
- The Hexenzirkel (a circle of witches tied to Alice and Klee)
- The Fatui
- The Abyss Order
- The Knights of Favonius
The convergence of so many powerful groups suggests that Nod-Krai will be a central location for future conflicts — possibly leading to our long-awaited meeting with Tsaritsa, the Cryo Archon.
📅 What to Expect on April 30
The upcoming livestream titled “Let’s Start with Nod-Krai” is expected to give us:
- A first look at Nod-Krai’s environment and mechanics
- Background on Varka’s expedition
- Insight into the major factions operating in the region
- Possibly the introduction of new characters or exploration systems
- Hints toward Snezhnaya’s main storyline
This could mark the start of the Snezhnaya saga, which may be divided into two major arcs — similar to how the Chasm bridged Liyue and Sumeru.
🎁 5 Free Redemption Codes – Claim Now!
To celebrate this reveal, Hoyoverse has released five redemption codes — no strings attached. These will grant you Primogems and possibly other valuable rewards. Be sure to redeem them quickly, as they may expire soon:
🔹 Redemption Codes:
- FATUI
- FROSTMOONSCIONS
- LIGHTKEEPERS
- THEWILDHUNT
- VOYNICHGUILD
Redeem them at: https://genshin.hoyoverse.com/en/gift
🔮 Why Nod-Krai Might Be the Most Important Region Yet
While it isn’t confirmed that Nod-Krai will be fully released in Version 5.7 or 5.8, everything suggests that its introduction will change Genshin’s trajectory. With overlapping storylines, long-teased characters, and factional intrigue, this could become the central hub for the final acts of Genshin’s main narrative.
Notably, this livestream might set the stage for the Tsaritsa, and perhaps even the long-anticipated final Archon quest arc.
🌍 Final Thoughts
Whether you’re in it for lore, new characters, or Primogems, the Nod-Krai reveal on April 30 is shaping up to be a monumental moment for Genshin Impact. We’ll be covering the entire stream live — with summaries, analysis, and breakdowns the moment it drops.
