All Nod-Krai Characters Leaked — Full Release Schedule & Guide
A massive wave of leaks has revealed the complete roster for Genshin Impact's Nod-Krai region. The lineup is stacked: fan-favorites Varka and Alice finally become playable, two Fatui Harbingers join the roster, and even the legendary dragon Durin may be swooping into your team. Here's everything we know — release schedule, elements, factions, and how to prepare your Primogem savings.
Nod-Krai Character Release Schedule
| Version | Character | Element | Role | Faction | Est. Release |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.8 | Ineffa | Electro | Support | Clink-Clank Craftshop | July 30, 2026 |
| 6.0 | Unknown Male | Electro | DPS | Lightkeepers | Sept 10, 2026 |
| 6.0 | Unknown Female | Geo | DPS | Frostmoon Scions | Sept 10, 2026 |
| 6.1 | Unknown Female | Pyro | Support | Curatorium of Secrets | Oct 2026 |
| 6.2 | Durin | Pyro/Anemo* | DPS | Knights of Favonius | Nov 2026 |
| 6.3 | Columbina | Hydro | Hybrid | Fatui Harbingers | Dec 2026 |
| 6.5 | Varka | Anemo | DPS | Knights of Favonius | Feb 2026 |
| 6.6 | Nicole | Cryo | Support | Hexenzirkel | Mar 2026 |
| 6.7 | Alice | Pyro | DPS | Hexenzirkel | Apr 2026 |
*Durin's element is disputed between leakers — both Pyro and Anemo have been claimed.
The Heavy Hitters: Harbingers & Legends
Columbina — The Third Fatui Harbinger (Version 6.3)
Element/Role: Hydro Catalyst — Hybrid (DPS + Support)
Why She Matters: Described as one of the most powerful characters in all of Teyvat, which justifies her Third Harbinger title. Her hybrid role suggests build flexibility rarely seen in Harbinger characters — she can function as both main DPS and team support depending on artifact investment.
Durin — The Shadow Dragon (Version 6.2)
Element/Role: Pyro or Anemo — Main DPS
Lore: A legendary shadow dragon created by Rhinedottir, one of the Five Sinners of Khaenri'ah. He fought Dvalin and his resurrection/rehabilitation arc is expected to be a major Nod-Krai story beat.
Playable Significance: If real, Durin would be one of the most unique character models in the game — a full dragon playable character rather than a human-form vessel.
The Long-Awaited Arrivals
Varka — Grand Master of the Knights (Version 6.5)
After being mentioned since the game's launch, Varka is FINALLY arriving. The Grandmaster of the Knights of Favonius is expected as an Anemo Claymore user — fitting for Mondstadt's military leader. His role as an Anemo DPS suggests crowd-control synergy with Viridescent Venerer, likely positioning him as a premium on-field carry.
Alice — Klee's Mother (Version 6.7)
The legendary adventurer and Hexenzirkel member Alice will arrive as a Pyro DPS in Version 6.7. This makes perfect sense given her daughter Klee's affinity for explosions. As one of the most powerful and knowledgeable characters in Teyvat's lore, expectations are sky-high for her kit design.
New Gameplay Mechanic: Lunar Reactions
| Reaction Type | Description | Key Characters |
|---|---|---|
| Lunar-Charged | Enhanced Electro-Charged — transforms how Electro/Hydro teams function | Ineffa, Version 6.0 Electro Male |
| Lunar-Crystallize | Offensive Crystallize — finally makes Crystallize reactions worth building around | Version 6.0 Geo Female |
Faction Breakdown: Who's Who in Nod-Krai
| Faction | Notable Characters | Role in Story |
|---|---|---|
| Lightkeepers | Version 6.0 Electro Male | Defend against the Abyss and the Wild Hunt |
| Frostmoon Scions | Version 6.0 Geo Female | Moon Goddess worshippers with unique crystallization powers |
| Voynich Guild | Pyro Female Boss | Merchant authority controlling Nod-Krai trade |
| Hexenzirkel | Alice, Nicole, Barbeloth | Mysterious witches; Alice the legendary adventurer |
| Fatui | Columbina, Dottore (story) | Seeking Nod-Krai's lunar power |
| Knights of Favonius | Varka, Durin (possibly) | Expedition force stationed near Nod-Krai |
Primogem Saving Plan
Priority Targets
- Save for Version 6.0 — the new Lunar Reaction enablers will define the meta for the next year
- Skip Version 5.8 unless you really want Ineffa — she'll likely rerun alongside her best teammates
- Columbina (6.3) and Varka (6.5) are must-pulls for Harbinger collectors and lore enthusiasts
- Alice (6.7) as the capstone character of the Nod-Krai cycle — save a pity guarantee
- Farm universal materials now: Mora, EXP books, and talent books will be stretched thin across 9+ new characters
What Makes This Leak Credible?
- Multiple corroborating sources: Leakers Shiroha, Team Mew, HxG, and Seele have all shared similar information
- Official teasers match: The "Behind the Scenes of Genshin Impact: Let's Start With Nod-Krai" stream showed Alice, Varka, and other mentioned characters
- Logical progression: The release pattern follows HoYoverse's typical schedule of new characters every patch
Sources & References
- Of Zen and Computing — All Nod-Krai Characters Leaked in Genshin Impact (June 2026)
- Leaker compilations from Shiroha, Team Mew, HxG, and Seele (2026)
- Official HoYoverse teaser content — "Behind the Scenes of Genshin Impact: Let's Start With Nod-Krai"