The wait is officially over. Varka, the legendary Grand Master of the Knights of Favonius and Knight of Boreas, is finally making his debut as a playable character in Genshin Impact. BGMI Fans have been asking about him since Version 1.0 — and he’s arriving with a bang.
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When Does Varka Release in Genshin Impact?
Varka will debut in the first phase of the Genshin Impact Luna V update, releasing globally on February 25, 2026, at 11 AM (UTC+8). Unscramble It Mark your calendars and start saving those Primogems!
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Varka at a Glance — Key Info Table
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Rarity | 5-Star |
| Element | Anemo |
| Weapon | Claymore (Dual-Wield) |
| Role | Main DPS |
| Banner Phase | Phase 1 — Feb 25 to Mar 17, 2026 |
| Rerun Partners | Flins, Skirk, Escoffier |
| Best Weapon | Gest of the Mighty Wolf (Signature) |
| Best Artifact Set | A Day Carved From Rising Winds |
What Makes Varka Special?
In battle, Varka’s dual-wielding allows him to deal two different types of elemental damage simultaneously, and he has a few neat tricks to really boost his damage output, like his ability to rely on the Hexerei effect to trigger more instances of Elemental Skill. BGMI
Varka functions best as a Hexerei Mono-Element DPS, making him a flexible and powerful addition to reaction-based team compositions. He was also the one who found Razor in the wild and took it upon himself to reintroduce Razor to other humans. GGRecon Yes — the lore alone makes him worth pulling.
Story Context — Why This Version Feels Special
Instead of taking players to a new zone, this version takes the crew back to Mondstadt, where everything began. Players can partake in a brand-new event hosted by the Knights of Favonius, revisiting memories of the beginning of the journey alongside familiar faces. BGMI
It’s a nostalgic homecoming — and it hits different for day-one players.
Learn more about Genshin Impact’s gacha mechanics on Wikipedia and how the banner system works before you spend your wishes.
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FAQs
Q: Is Varka worth pulling in Genshin Impact Version 6.4?
Varka is a strong Anemo DPS with unique Hexerei mechanics, but he’s heavily dependent on his signature weapon — ideal for dedicated Mondstadt lore fans and reaction-focused players.
Q: Who are the rerun characters alongside Varka in Version 6.4?
Flins, Skirk, and Escoffier are all getting rerun banners in Version 6.4 Luna V, running alongside Varka’s debut banner until March 17, 2026.
