Tech Desk 
Sep 15, 2025
Genshin Impact is highly anticipated to introduce a brand-new five-star character set during the Version 6.3 update, coming as part of next year's Lantern Rite.
Previously, Genshin Impact launched a trio of new characters with Lauma, Aino, and Flins joining the game, while also displaying upcoming characters such as Nefer, Jahoda, and Columbina.
Another member of an upcoming patch is being teased. Notably, a recent post shared by Genshin Impact leaker Douma Leaks is hinting at a new character coming in the Version 6.3 update.
According to the leak, the "Luna IV" patch is expected to introduce another Adeptus from the Liyue region to the game as a five-star unit, rumoured to be the "White Horse Adeptus".
The Adeptus character will reportedly be added to Genshin Impact as part of next year's annual Lantern Rite event, celebrating the Chinese New Year.
Moreover, the leak indicates that the White Horse Adeptus character's introduction to the game will be connected to Zhongli.
Genshin Impact is expected to add two new Fatui Harbingers to the game’s roster during Nod-Krai, with both Columbina and Sandrone appearing within Version 6.0's Archon Quest.
The title is also set to officially introduce Knights of Favonius Grand Master Varka, who has been rumoured to appear within the game since its launch.
Genshin Impact Version 6.3 release date
According to leaks, Genshin Impact Version 6.3 is expected to release in mid-January 2026.
According to HoYoverse, Genshin Impact's long-rumoured "user-generated content" mode alongside the Version 6.0 Special Programme teases the "Miliastra Wonderland" as a new game mode that allows players to submit their own Genshin Impact mini-games.
It is worth noting that Genshin Impact looks to have plenty of momentum going as HoYoverse kicks off its newest regional cycle.
