Genshin Impact 6.0 Card Pool Leaks: Ferris and Lauma Make a Powerful Debut! How to Obtain a Free Four-Star Aino and Predicted Update Schedule

Genshin Impact 6.0, the 2025 anniversary update, will undoubtedly be a hot topic for travelers. According to current leaks, this update will introduce two new five-star characters—the Grass-type support "Lauma" and the Lightning-type gunner "Frillis"—as well as a free four-star Water-type character "Aino" during the event. Additionally, there will be re-releases of the popular characters Ye Lan and the Grass Goddess Nashida, along with new weapons and artifact systems, officially ushering in a new "Moon Reaction" gameplay.

Note: This information is based on unofficial leaks and patch cadence predictions. Please note the official announcement for final details.

1. Genshin Impact Version 6.0 Release Date Forecast

Genshin Impact has maintained a six-week update cadence since its public beta. Barring any delays or special adjustments, the release date is:

Expected Release Date: September 10, 2025 (Wednesday)

Version Cycle: Expected to last until around October 22, 2025

This is also the anniversary release. As per past practices, miHoYo will offer its largest number of bonuses and limited-edition characters during this period. Therefore, Version 6.0 will undoubtedly be one of the peak periods for krypton gold and Primogem consumption throughout the year.

2. Genshin Impact 6.0 Card Pool Overview

New Character Pool:

Upper Half

★★★★★ Lauma (Grass/Magic Weapon)

★★★★ Aino (Water/Greatsword, free during the event)

Four-star Supporting Characters (Not yet confirmed, may include Grass, Water, and Mine characters like Kawi and Kuki Shinobi)

Lower Half

★★★★★ Ferrins (Thunder/Polearm)

Reprinted Characters:

★★★★★ Yelan (Water/Bow)

★★★★★ Nashida (Grass/ (Magic Instrument)

New Weapons:

Ferrins Exclusive Weapon: "Bloodstained Deserted City"

Lavma Exclusive Weapon: "Spinning Night Sky Mirror"

Multiple Four-Star Weapons and the Event Weapon: "Skylight's Spinning Harp"

New Relic Set:

Night of the Sky's Manifestation (Ferrins Exclusive)

Spinning Moon's Night Song (Lavma Exclusive)

3. New Character Detailed Analysis

3.1 Lavma - Grass-Type Lunar Bloom Core Support

Rarity: ★★★★★

Elemental Attribute: Grass

Weapon Type: Magic Instrument

Position: Backstage Grass Support + Lunar Bloom Damage Boost

Lavma's kit is built around Lunar Bloom reactions, transforming regular blooms into "Lunar Blooms," granting an additional 15% critical strike chance and 100% critical damage. It also generates the special resource "Grass Dew," optimizing circulation and energy regeneration.

Her damage boost is based on Elemental Mastery multipliers, so prioritize stacking Elemental Mastery when choosing weapons and relics.

Compatible Teams: A Grass + Water + Thunder Lunar Reaction Team, paired with characters like Nashida and Yelan for maximum effectiveness.

3.2 Aino - Free Water Greatsword Character from the Event

Rarity: ★★★★

Elemental Attribute: Water

Weapon Type: Two-Handed Sword

How to Obtain: Free during the limited-time event in Patch 6.0

Role: Backstage Water Boost + Lunar Reaction Damage Support

Aino is a talented mechanic in Nordkalai. Her kit provides Lunar Reaction-related damage boosts for the entire team. As a low-spec "Girl" (expected to debut in Patch 6.3), she can synergize with Grass and Thunder characters to trigger various Lunar Reaction events, making her an excellent character for beginner Lunar Reaction teams.

Highlights: Free, highly versatile, and a must-have for the new Reaction mechanic, perfect for beginners and low-spending players.

3.3 Ferrins - Lightning-type Frontline Burst Main Carry

Rarity: ★★★★★

Elemental Attribute: Lightning

Weapon Type: Polearm

Position: Lunar Shock Core DPS / High-Rate Burst Carry

Firins's abilities enchant normal attacks with the element of Lightning. Using the combat skill "Phantom Flame" and the special form "Northern Spear Sword," he can trigger Lunar Shock at a high frequency for a short period of time. Using his talents, he can convert all team-wide shocks into Lunar Shock, further increasing damage.

Higher constellations significantly improve, especially the sixth constellation, which grants a 30% Lunar Shock independent damage bonus.

Compatible Teams: Recommended pairing with a Lunar Shock-specific support like "Inef" to ensure a smooth damage cycle.

4. Highlights of Five-Star Character Reproductions: Ye Lan

A highly versatile sub-carry with both water damage and damage boost, suitable for all reaction teams.

In the 6.0 Lunar Reaction gameplay, he still provides a stable background water elemental attachment.

Nashida

A Grass-type reaction-focused support, she boosts the team's elemental mastery and provides free-hand Grass damage.

With the 6.0 "Lunar Bloom" mechanic, she's expected to regain her Grass-type core status, especially when paired with Lauma, significantly boosting team damage.

5. New Weapon Information

Five-Star Weapons

Bloodstained Deserted City (Felins Exclusive): Increases Elemental Mastery and Lunar Shock damage multiplier

Nightspinning Mirror (Lavma Exclusive): Provides recharge efficiency and bonus to elemental mastery for the entire team

Four-Star Weapons (Selected)

Quiet Whistle

Moonweaver's Dawn

Master Key

Gold Digger

Black Marrow Lantern

Hookhook

Skylight's Spinning Harp (Event Weapon)

6. New Relic Sets

Night of the Sky (Felins Exclusive): 2-Piece Set: +80 Elemental Mastery

4-Piece Set: Increases critical strike chance and increases Lunar Reaction damage based on Lunar Radiance stacks

Moonspinning Night Song (Lavma Exclusive): 2-Piece Set: +20% Elemental Recharge Efficiency

4-Piece Set: Increases elemental mastery for the entire team and increases Lunar Reaction damage based on Lunar Radiance stacks

7. Card Draw Tips and Primogem Planning

Moon Reaction Team Players: Prioritize Lauma and Ferrins, two core characters in the new system.

Lack of highly versatile sub-carries: Consider the Nightfall re-release pool.

Grass Team Fans: Nashida will see increased play in 6.0 and synergizes well with Lauma.

It's recommended to stockpile at least 180 Primogems before 6.0 to avoid the stress of drawing cards caused by the Anniversary Edition's multiple character pools.

8. Summary

Genshin Impact 6.0 is not only an anniversary update, but also the starting point for the full implementation of the Lunar Reaction system. The addition of two new five-star characters, the free four-star Aeno, the re-release of classic and popular characters, and the release of new weapons and relics all maximize the playability and strength of this update.

For travelers, this will be a critical update that requires strategic Primogem planning and is one of the most worthwhile investment periods of the year.