The wait is finally over! Durin, the dragon-turned-human who stole hearts during the Simulanka storyline, becomes playable on December 3, 2025. This 5-star Pyro sword user debuts during Phase 1 of Luna III alongside Venti’s rerun banner, giving Travelers their first chance to recruit this unique character who was granted human form through Albedo’s alchemy.
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Genshin Impact Durin Banner Release Schedule
| Region | Release Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Asia (UTC+8) | December 3, 2025 – 11:00 AM |
| Pacific Time (PST) | December 2, 2025 – 7:00 PM |
| Eastern Time (EST) | December 2, 2025 – 10:00 PM |
| Central Europe (CET) | December 3, 2025 – 4:00 AM |
| India (IST) | December 3, 2025 – 8:30 AM |
| Banner Duration | December 3-23, 2025 (21 days) |
The Luna III maintenance begins at 6:00 AM CST on December 3, 2025, lasting approximately 5 hours. Plan your final Daily Commissions accordingly before servers go down!
Durin’s Kit: Dragon Fire Unleashed
Durin switches between two combat forms—one supporting teammates by reducing enemy Elemental Resistance, and another delivering devastating single-target damage with boosted Vaporize and Melt reactions. His Vaporize and Melt damage receives a 40% boost, making him perfect for reaction-based team compositions.
Signature Weapon: Athame Artis (5-star Sword) features on the Phase 1 weapon banner alongside The Daybreak Chronicles for Venti.
Featured 4-Stars: Jahoda (new Anemo healer), Bennett, and Faruzan round out the character banner, offering excellent support options whether you’re building around Durin or Venti.
Planning your pulls? Check our Genshin Impact wish calculator and Primogem farming routes to maximize your chances.
Why Pull for Durin?
Lore Significance: From Simulanka’s storybook dragon to reality’s newest warrior, Durin’s journey from antagonist to ally represents one of Genshin’s most heartfelt character arcs. His Story Quest “Draco Rubedo Chapter: Act 1” explores his human transformation through Albedo’s perspective.
Team Versatility: His dual-form mechanic and Elemental Resistance reduction makes him valuable for both support and DPS roles. Pair him with Hydro or Cryo characters for devastating reaction damage.
Meta Potential: With 40% increased Vaporize/Melt damage, he slots perfectly into reaction teams with characters like Xingqiu, Yelan, or Rosaria.
Unsure about team building? Our Durin team composition guide and best weapons ranking offer detailed strategies.
Luna III Update Highlights
Beyond Durin’s debut, Version 6.2 introduces:
- Song of the Welkin Moon Acts V & VI: Continue the Archon Quest with Alice appearing in the story
- Hexerei: Secret Rite System: Unlock buffs for Mondstadt characters including Sucrose, Mona, Klee, Albedo, Venti, Fischl, and Razor through Witch’s Homework quests
- New Events: Soulblazers’ Snowbound Journey in Dragonspine with carnival minigames rewarding Rainbow Serpent’s Rain Bow (free 4-star weapon)
- Phase 2 Banners (December 24): Varesa and Xilonen reruns
For the complete update breakdown, visit our Luna III patch notes analysis.
How to Watch Durin Content
Want to see Durin in action before pulling? Here’s where to find comprehensive gameplay demonstrations:
Official Channels: The Genshin Impact YouTube channel features Durin’s character demo, story trailer “A Nocturne of the Far North,” and abilities showcase with detailed animations.
Character Trials: Log into the game during Phase 1 and complete Durin’s trial stage to test his kit with pre-built artifacts and weapons before committing Primogems.
Content Creator Showcases: Popular Genshin YouTubers like Zy0x, Zajef77, and IWinToLose will publish detailed guides covering optimal builds, team compositions, and constellation value within 24 hours of release.
Community Guides: The official Genshin Impact Wiki maintains comprehensive information including voice lines, lore entries, and frame-perfect combo guides from theory crafters.
Livestreams: Watch experienced players on Twitch testing Durin in various endgame content like Spiral Abyss and Theater Mechanicus for real-time performance evaluation.
For official announcements and event calendars, visit HoYoverse’s official website.
FAQs
Q: Is Durin worth pulling if I already have Pyro DPS characters?
Yes, Durin offers unique dual-form utility that differentiates him from traditional Pyro DPS units. His Elemental Resistance reduction supports the entire team, and his 40% Vaporize/Melt boost makes him exceptional in reaction-focused compositions that characters like Hu Tao or Diluc don’t provide.
Q: Will Durin’s banner overlap with other limited characters?
Durin’s banner runs exclusively during Phase 1 (December 3-23) alongside Venti’s rerun. Phase 2 (December 24 onwards) features Varesa and Xilonen instead. If you want both Durin and a Phase 2 character, budget approximately 160-180 Intertwined Fates to guarantee both through the pity system.
