Genshin Impact’s Version 6.2 Luna III update introduces a game-changing system called Hexerei: Secret Rite, permanently buffing eight beloved Mondstadt characters connected to the mysterious Hexenzirkel. Arriving December 3, 2025, this update brings permanent enhancements that will revitalize forgotten favorites and strengthen meta staples alike.
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What is the Hexerei System?
Hexerei: Secret Rite is a team synergy buff that requires two characters considered Hexerei Characters to activate, giving respective characters’ kits extra effects on their combat abilities while enhancing the party’s capabilities as a whole. This permanent system unlocks through completing Alice’s “Witch’s Homework” quest line, with each character receiving unique story-driven tasks.
Learn more about the official Genshin Impact Luna III update and explore our RPG character build guides for optimal team compositions.
Complete Genshin Impact Hexerei Character Roster
| Character | Rarity | Element | Weapon | Role |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durin | 5-Star | Pyro | Sword | DPS/Support |
| Venti | 5-Star | Anemo | Bow | Support/CC |
| Klee | 5-Star | Pyro | Catalyst | DPS |
| Albedo | 5-Star | Geo | Sword | Sub-DPS |
| Mona | 5-Star | Hydro | Catalyst | Support/DPS |
| Razor | 4-Star | Electro | Claymore | DPS |
| Fischl | 4-Star | Electro | Bow | Sub-DPS |
| Sucrose | 4-Star | Anemo | Catalyst | Support |
How to Unlock Hexerei Buffs
Finishing character-specific tasks allows the character to be considered a Hexerei member and access to Hexerei: Secret Rite, allowing them to receive team bonuses and additional effects on combat abilities when paired with another Hexerei member. Each character requires completing their personal “Witch’s Homework” quest from Alice’s special dictionary.
Key Benefits:
- Permanent buffs that apply automatically
- Enhanced Constellation effects
- Team-wide synergy bonuses with 2+ Hexerei members
- No additional cost once unlocked
Detailed Character Enhancements
Venti – The Anemo Archon’s Awakening
Venti’s buff allows him to shoot Anemo arrows that go through enemies after using his burst, which increase the time and CD for his burst, and whenever a nearby character triggers swirl after using his burst, their damage increases while Venti’s burst deals more damage. This transformation makes Venti one of the strongest Anemo characters, as he reclaims hidden power from Istaroth, the God of Time.
Klee – The Spark Knight’s Optimization
Klee’s new Hexenzirkel passive allows her to execute a free charged attack without breaking her Normal Attack sequence after using her burst, while her Attack increases based on the number of bomb stacks she has. Her attack animation speed also increases, bringing this forgotten 5-star back into meta relevance.
Albedo – The Silver Isotoma System
Albedo’s Elemental Skill now generates Silver Isotomas, which increase Transient Blossom damage while Silver Isotomas increase Hexerei members’ damage based on Albedo’s DEF. This makes him an exceptional support for Hexerei team compositions, scaling off his naturally high Defense stat.
Mona – Enhanced Vaporize Specialist
Mona’s new passive directly buffs the Vaporize damage of her team, giving her a really good upgrade and making her a good partner for Durin in Luna III. This enhancement solidifies her position as one of the premier Hydro supports for reaction-based teams.
Fischl – Electro Reaction Master
Triggering Overload provides team-wide ATK buffs, while triggering Electro-Charged or Lunar Charged increases the team’s Elemental Mastery. Fischl’s existing team archetypes become significantly more potent with these team-wide buffs.
Razor – Energy and AoE Enhancement
Additional Electro Sigils overflow, allowing Razor to deal additional AoE Electro DMG and regain energy during the process. This buff dramatically improves both his comfort and damage output in extended battles.
Sucrose – Premier Anemo Support
Sucrose’s new buff allows her to increase Normal Attack, Charged Attack, Elemental Skill, and Elemental Burst damage for Hexerei party members when she creates either small or large wind spirits. This comprehensive damage boost potentially makes her the best Anemo support in the game.
Durin – The Newborn Dragon
As the newest addition, Durin is a 5-star Pyro sword user who can play support or damage dealer roles, lowering elemental resistance and dealing AoE damage as support while excelling at single-target damage as DPS. His dual combat forms provide exceptional flexibility.
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Building Your Hexerei Team
Optimal Combinations:
- Venti + Sucrose: Double Anemo with overwhelming crowd control
- Klee + Mona: Devastating Vaporize damage amplification
- Albedo + Durin: Geo + Pyro crystallize reactions with DEF scaling
- Fischl + Razor: Electro resonance with energy generation
Team Building Tips: Remember that you need at least two Hexerei characters to activate Secret Rite effects. Mix and match based on elemental reactions, with Anemo characters providing versatile support across all compositions.
Free Character Opportunities
Players can gain Sucrose, Fischl, and Razor for free during Version Luna III. This generous offering ensures all players can experience the Hexerei system regardless of gacha luck.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do the Hexerei buffs expire, or are they permanent?
The Hexerei buffs are completely permanent once unlocked through completing each character’s Witch’s Homework quest. According to HoYoverse, these enhancements remain active throughout the game indefinitely, including their effects on Constellations. This means investing time in completing these quests provides lasting value, making previously underwhelming characters like Klee viable again in current meta content. The buffs automatically activate whenever you include two or more Hexerei characters in your party composition, requiring no additional maintenance or resources after initial unlock. This represents one of the most significant free power boosts in Genshin Impact’s history, rewarding long-time players who’ve invested in these Mondstadt characters.
Can I use Hexerei characters without completing their Witch’s Homework quests?
Yes, you can still use these characters normally if you haven’t completed their quests, but you won’t receive any Hexerei enhancements. The characters will function exactly as they did before the Luna III update until you finish Alice’s Witch’s Homework tasks for each specific character. Once unlocked, the Hexerei designation and enhanced abilities apply automatically. The Secret Rite team synergy effect only triggers when at least two characters in your active party have completed their respective quests and earned Hexerei status. This system is entirely optional but highly recommended, as the permanent buffs significantly improve character performance without requiring additional resources, constellations, or weapon upgrades. You can complete these quests at your own pace, making it accessible for both casual and hardcore players.
