Genshin Impact is preparing to expand its playable roster once again with Version Luna IV, and this update puts the spotlight firmly on three brand-new characters. Rather than spreading attention across systems or events, Luna IV’s reveal leans heavily into character identity, visual storytelling, and thematic contrast. The newcomers are Zibai, Columbina, and Ilyad; each bringing a distinct tone to the update.
Zibai: Heaven and Earth, Fleeting as a Gleam
Zibai stands out as one of the most visually poetic additions in Luna IV. Introduced under the title “Heaven and Earth, Fleeting as a Gleam,” the character’s design emphasizes motion, balance, and impermanence. Flowing garments, soft color gradients, and gold accents suggest a figure constantly in transition; never fully grounded, never fully distant.
From a narrative perspective, Zibai appears to embody Luna IV’s philosophical side, hinting at themes of wandering, freedom, and fleeting moments. Everything from posture to costume design reinforces the idea of a character shaped by movement rather than place.
Columbina: Welkin Moon’s Homecoming
Columbina is easily the most anticipated reveal among the trio. Carrying the title “Welkin Moon’s Homecoming,” her introduction leans heavily into lunar symbolism and emotional storytelling. Soft blues, whites, and feather-like details give Columbina an ethereal presence that contrasts sharply with many of Genshin Impact’s more grounded characters.
Lore-wise, she is described as a Moon Maiden born in Nod-Krai, with her return framed as both a physical journey and a symbolic one. Columbina’s calm expression and dreamlike presentation suggest a character deeply tied to memory, loss, and quiet resolve, making her a central emotional pillar of Luna IV.
Ilyad: Shining Through Nightmares, Herald of the Day
Rounding out the lineup is Ilyad, whose reveal takes a noticeably darker turn. Known as “Shining Through Nightmares, Herald of the Day,” Ilyad’s design blends muted tones with sharp accents, creating a visual identity that feels tense yet hopeful. The lantern-like light he carries is a clear motif, symbolizing guidance through darkness.
Ilyad’s presentation suggests a character positioned between fear and clarity; someone who confronts nightmares not by avoiding them, but by illuminating them. In the context of Luna IV, he appears to represent resilience and the promise of dawn after long darkness.
With Zibai, Columbina, and Ilyad, Version Luna IV signals a strong thematic focus on contrast: movement versus stillness, night versus day, memory versus awakening. Rather than overlapping roles, each character feels deliberately crafted to occupy a unique emotional and visual space within the update.
As Luna IV approaches, the big question is which of these characters will resonate most with players: Will it be Zibai’s poetic elegance, Columbina’s lunar mystique, or Ilyad’s defiant light in the dark? Stay tuned to VGNW and follow us on X for more updates as Genshin Impact’s next chapter continues to take shape.
When will the Luna IV update release?
An exact release date has not yet been officially confirmed.
How many new characters are coming to Genshin Impact?
Three new playable characters have been announced for the Luna IV update, characters are Zibai, Columbina, and Ilyad.
