Genshin Impact Luna VIII Phase II Event Wishes: Columbina, Raiden Shogun, Weapons, and Banner Details
Luna VIII Phase II Event Wishes
Genshin Impact Version “Luna VIII” Phase II introduces three limited-time Event Wishes featuring Columbina (Hydro), Raiden Shogun (Electro), and powerful 5-star weapons from July 21 to August 11, 2026. Travelers can use these banners to strengthen their teams with featured characters, signature weapons, and boosted 4-star drops.
The Phase II banners include two Character Event Wishes and one Epitome Invocation Weapon Wish. The featured characters are “Welkin Moon’s Homecoming” Columbina (Hydro) and “Plane of Euthymia” Raiden Shogun (Electro), while the weapon banner highlights Nocturne’s Curtain Call (Catalyst) and Engulfing Lightning (Polearm).
What Is the Genshin Impact Luna VIII Phase II Banner Update?
Luna VIII Phase II brings limited-time Event Wishes where Travelers can obtain boosted-rate characters and weapons. These banners are separate from the standard Wanderlust Invocation wish and provide opportunities to collect exclusive characters and equipment.
The update focuses on two featured character banners running at the same time. Players who want to build teams around Hydro or Electro characters can choose between Columbina and Raiden Shogun.
The weapon banner also complements these characters by featuring their associated 5-star weapons, giving players more options to improve combat performance.
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Somnias a Luna Event Wish: Columbina (Hydro) Banner
The Somnias a Luna banner increases the drop rate for the 5-star character “Welkin Moon’s Homecoming” Columbina (Hydro) during Luna VIII Phase II. Travelers can summon Columbina during the limited banner period from July 21 to August 11, 2026.
Columbina is joined by three boosted 4-star characters, giving players additional chances to obtain useful team members while wishing.
Featured Characters in Somnias a Luna
| Character | Element | Rarity | Banner Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welkin Moon’s Homecoming Columbina | Hydro | 5-Star | Limited Event Character |
| Windthreading Shadow Jahoda | Anemo | 4-Star | Boosted Drop Rate |
| Shadow of the Night-Wind Ororon | Electro | 4-Star | Boosted Drop Rate |
| Wisdom’s Measure Sethos | Electro | 4-Star | Boosted Drop Rate |
The featured 5-star character Columbina (Hydro) will not appear in the standard Wanderlust Invocation after the event ends.
Reign of Serenity Event Wish: Raiden Shogun (Electro) Banner
The Reign of Serenity banner features the return of “Plane of Euthymia” Raiden Shogun (Electro) with an increased drop rate. This Character Event Wish-2 banner runs alongside Somnias a Luna during the same period.
Players who want a powerful Electro character can use this banner to obtain Raiden Shogun during Luna VIII Phase II.
Featured Characters in Reign of Serenity
| Character | Element | Rarity | Banner Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plane of Euthymia Raiden Shogun | Electro | 5-Star | Limited Event Character |
| Windthreading Shadow Jahoda | Anemo | 4-Star | Boosted Drop Rate |
| Shadow of the Night-Wind Ororon | Electro | 4-Star | Boosted Drop Rate |
| Wisdom’s Measure Sethos | Electro | 4-Star | Boosted Drop Rate |
Like Columbina, Raiden Shogun will not be added to the standard Wanderlust Invocation banner because she is an event-exclusive character.
Shared Character Banner Guarantee System Explained
The pity count for Character Event Wish and Character Event Wish-2 is shared between both banners during Luna VIII Phase II. This means wishes made on Somnias a Luna and Reign of Serenity contribute to the same guarantee progress.
For example, Travelers who make wishes on one character banner and later switch to the other will keep their accumulated guarantee count.
However, this guarantee system remains separate from other wish types, including weapon banners.
Epitome Invocation Weapon Banner Details
The Epitome Invocation banner increases the drop rates for two featured 5-star weapons: Nocturne’s Curtain Call (Catalyst) and Engulfing Lightning (Polearm). This weapon banner runs from July 21 to August 11, 2026.
Players looking to improve Columbina or Raiden Shogun’s combat potential can use this banner to obtain powerful equipment.
| Weapon | Type | Rarity | Banner Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nocturne’s Curtain Call | Catalyst | 5-Star | Featured Weapon |
| Engulfing Lightning | Polearm | 5-Star | Featured Weapon |
| Waveriding Whirl | Catalyst | 4-Star | Boosted Rate |
| Sacrificial Sword | Sword | 4-Star | Boosted Rate |
| The Bell | Claymore | 4-Star | Boosted Rate |
| Favonius Lance | Polearm | 4-Star | Boosted Rate |
| Favonius Warbow | Bow | 4-Star | Boosted Rate |
How Epitomized Path Works in Luna VIII Phase II
Epitomized Path allows Travelers to select a preferred promotional 5-star weapon before wishing on Epitome Invocation. Players can choose between Nocturne’s Curtain Call and Engulfing Lightning.
This system helps players work toward their preferred weapon choice while participating in the weapon banner.
The featured event weapons will not be available through the standard Wanderlust Invocation banner.
Test Run Event Available During Luna VIII Phase II
Travelers can test featured characters through the Test Run event before deciding to wish. The trial event provides fixed team compositions featuring selected characters.
Players who complete the available challenges can receive corresponding rewards.
The Test Run feature is available for both featured character banners:
Somnias a Luna
Reign of Serenity
This allows players to experience character abilities, combat styles, and team mechanics before investing Primogems.
Important Details About Luna VIII Phase II Wishes
All three Event Wishes remain available until August 11, 2026, at 14:59. Travelers should complete their wishes before the deadline because the featured characters and weapons will leave the banners afterward.
Key points include:
Columbina and Raiden Shogun are event-exclusive 5-star characters.
Featured weapons are unavailable through Wanderlust Invocation.
Character banner pity is shared between Character Event Wish and Character Event Wish-2.
Weapon banner pity follows its own system.
More banner information can be viewed through the Wish screen’s Details section.
Frequently Asked Questions About Luna VIII Phase II Event Wishes
When does the Luna VIII Phase II banner start?
The Luna VIII Phase II Event Wishes begin on July 21, 2026, at 18:00 and remain available until August 11, 2026, at 14:59.
Are Columbina and Raiden Shogun available in the standard banner?
No. Both Columbina (Hydro) and Raiden Shogun (Electro) are limited event characters and will not appear in the standard Wanderlust Invocation banner.
Do Somnias a Luna and Reign of Serenity share pity?
Yes. The guarantee count is shared between Character Event Wish and Character Event Wish-2, including these two banners.
Which weapons are featured in the Luna VIII Phase II weapon banner?
The featured 5-star weapons are Nocturne’s Curtain Call (Catalyst) and Engulfing Lightning (Polearm).
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