Weapon Banner Overview (February 3-24, 2026)
Epitome Invocation Phase 2 runs three weeks, coinciding with Zibai and Neuvillette rate-ups. 5-star drop rate: 0.7% per pull (160 Primogems each).
Lightbearing Moonshard targets DEF-scaling sword users leveraging Lunar-Crystallize reactions. Tome of the Eternal Flow optimizes HP-scaling catalyst users relying on charged attacks.
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Epitomized Path Mechanics
Guarantees your chosen weapon after 2 Fate Points (max 240 pulls). Hard pity: 80 pulls. Soft pity: 65 pulls. Each off-banner 5-star awards 1 Fate Point.
Critical: Fate Points reset when banners change—progress doesn't transfer.
Version 6.3 F2P primogems: 14,540 (≈107 pulls)—short of 240-pull guarantee (38,400 primogems).
Meta Relevance
February 2026 meta emphasizes reaction-based damage and sustained DPS. Zibai's Lunar-Crystallize introduces defensive scaling; Neuvillette dominates Hydro application. Both perform adequately with 4-stars but signature weapons unlock substantial damage ceilings.
Lightbearing Moonshard Analysis
Zibai's signature sword: 542 Base ATK, 88.2% CRIT DMG at level 90.
Passive Ability
- R1: DEF +20%, Lunar-Crystallize DMG +64% for 5s after Elemental Skill
- R5: DEF +40%, Lunar-Crystallize DMG +128%
Synergizes with Zibai's Elemental Skill (10 Phase Shift Radiance/sec) and Normal Attacks (+5 Radiance/0.5s). Spirit Steed's Stride consumes 70 Radiance (15s cooldown).
Ascension Materials
- Grain of Aerosiderite ×5
- Mistshroud Manifestation ×23
Zibai Performance (C0)
R1 Damage Comparisons:
- Lightbearing Moonshard R1: 100% baseline
- Cinnabar Spindle R5: 82% (-18%)
- Uraku Misugiri: 95% (-5%)
18% gap = 3-4s faster Spiral Abyss Floor 12 clears.
Alternative Users
Limited compatibility. Current sword users (Ayaka, Keqing, Alhaitham) prioritize ATK/Elemental DMG over DEF. Weapon optimized solely for Zibai and future DEF-scaling sword users.
Optimal Teams
- Zibai/Xingqiu/Fischl/Zhongli
- Zibai/Yelan/Kazuha/Bennett
- Zibai/Furina/Baizhu/Nahida
Tome of the Eternal Flow Analysis
Neuvillette's signature catalyst: 542 Base ATK, 88.2% CRIT DMG.
Passive Ability
- R1: HP +16%, Charged Attack DMG +14%/stack (max 3), 8 Energy/12s
- R5: HP +32%, Charged Attack DMG +30%/stack, 12 Energy/12s
Stacks activate within 0.9s (0.3s cooldown). Energy restoration = ≈40 Energy/min.
Ascension Materials
- Essence of Pure Sacred Dewdrop ×6
- Alien Life Core ×41
Neuvillette Performance (C0)
R1 establishes damage ceiling. 16% HP bonus scales charged attacks; 42% total charged attack boost (14% × 3). Energy restoration reduces Burst downtime 15-20%.
Versatile Users
- Neuvillette: Optimal synergy
- Wriothesley: 5-8% below specialized alternatives
- Furina: HP scaling benefits, minimal charged attack value
- Mualani: Functional but suboptimal
Optimal Teams
- Neuvillette/Furina/Kazuha/Zhongli
- Neuvillette/Xingqiu/Fischl/Baizhu
- Neuvillette/Yelan/Nahida/Kuki Shinobu
Head-to-Head Comparison
Shared Stats:
- Base ATK: 542
- CRIT DMG: 88.2%
- Rarity: 5-star limited
Divergent Passives:
- Moonshard: DEF + Lunar-Crystallize (5s window, precise timing)
- Tome: HP + Charged Attack + Energy (near-permanent uptime)
Versatility
Moonshard: Zibai-exclusive currently. Future value depends on DEF-scaling sword releases.
Tome: Works across HP-scaling catalysts (Neuvillette, Wriothesley, Furina). Proven mechanics suggest continued relevance.
Future-Proofing
Moonshard's value tied to Lunar-Crystallize adoption (introduced January 14, 2026). Tome benefits from established HP/charged attack mechanics across multiple characters.
4-Star Alternatives
Zibai Options
- Cinnabar Spindle R5: 82% damage (event-limited)
- Uraku Misugiri: 95% damage (gacha)
- Amenoma Kageuchi R5: 70-75% damage (craftable)
18-25% deficit remains viable for all content with optimized artifacts.
Neuvillette Options
- The Widsith R5: 75-80% damage (gacha)
- Prototype Amber R5: 65-70% damage (craftable)
- Hakushin Ring R5: 60-65% damage (craftable)
20-35% deficit doesn't prevent content completion.
When 4-Stars Suffice
F2P weapons work if you:
- Prioritize roster expansion
- Don't need consistent 36-star Abyss clears
- Have strong artifacts compensating deficits
- Plan future character pulls
12,800 primogems (80 pulls) = half a guaranteed 5-star character.
Wishing Strategy
Primogem Costs
- Minimum: 160 (0.7% chance)
- Soft pity: 10,400-12,800 (65-80 pulls)
- Epitomized Path guarantee: 38,400 (240 pulls)
Expected average: 18,000-22,000 primogems (112-137 pulls).
Decision Framework
Pull if:
- Own Zibai/Neuvillette as main DPS
- Have 38,400+ primogems for guarantee
- Strong artifacts maximize weapon value
- No upcoming character banner plans (6.4-6.5)
- Seek optimization over roster expansion
Skip if:
- Lack featured characters
- Plan upcoming character pulls
- Have R3+ 4-star alternatives
- Below 20,000 primogems
- Roster gaps exist
Player-Type Recommendations
F2P: Avoid unless 38,400+ primogems and all desired characters secured through 6.5.
Low Spenders (Welkin+BP): Consider if maining featured character with 25,000+ primogems.
Whales: Both worthwhile for collection. Prioritize R1 copies over R5 single weapon.
Common Mistakes
- Pulling without Epitomized Path reserves
- Pulling without owning featured characters
- Ignoring 4-star alternatives
- Forgetting Fate Point resets
- Weapon banner before character acquisition
Resource Optimization
Ascension Farming
Moonshard: 3-4 Maguu Kenki runs daily (160 Resin) = 2-3 days. Mistshroud domains: 20 Resin/run.
Tome: 3-4 Hydro Tulpa runs = 2-3 days. Alien Life Core: 4-5 days Fontaine farming.
Enhancement Requirements
Level 1→90:
- Mystic Enhancement Ore ×907
- Mora ×906,000
Acquisition: Daily routes (30-40 ore), Blacksmith (120/day), Expeditions (10-15/20h), BP (288/period). Total: 7-10 days F2P.
Version 6.3 Primogems (F2P)
- Daily Commissions: 2,520
- Events: 4,200
- Spiral Abyss: 1,200
- Exploration: 2,100
- Maintenance: 600
- Codes/mail: 920
- Stardust: 800 equivalent
- Total: 14,540
Spenders add:
- Welkin: 3,000/month
- BP: 1,320 value
- Genesis first-time bonuses: 2× value
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Final Verdict
Choose Moonshard If:
- Main Zibai as primary DPS
- Prioritize specialized optimization
- Plan future DEF-scaling sword pulls
- Value peak niche performance
Choose Tome If:
- Main Neuvillette or multiple HP-scaling catalysts
- Prioritize versatile compatibility
- Prefer consistent cross-content performance
- Value future-proof investments
Skip Both If:
- Lack featured characters
- Have R3+ 4-star alternatives
- Plan 6.4-6.5 character pulls
- Below 25,000 primogems
- Prioritize roster expansion
Long-Term Value
Tome offers superior versatility—HP scaling and charged attacks span multiple existing characters with proven meta relevance.
Moonshard depends on future Lunar-Crystallize adoption (speculative).
For maximum flexibility: Tome provides safer investment.
Action Steps
- Check primogem reserves (need 38,400 for guarantee)
- Assess roster (own/use Zibai or Neuvillette?)
- Compare 4-star alternatives (performance gap worth cost?)
- Review 6.4-6.5 banner schedule
- Calculate expected value (damage increase vs character acquisition)
Timeline:
- Feb 3-10: Monitor community data
- Feb 10-17: Make preliminary decision
- Feb 17-24: Execute before deadline
FAQ
Is Lightbearing Moonshard worth pulling for Zibai C0?
Provides 18% more damage than Cinnabar Spindle R5 (3-4s faster Abyss clears). Worth pulling only if you main Zibai, have 38,400+ primogems for guarantee, and skip upcoming characters. F2P should prioritize character acquisition.
How does Epitomized Path work?
Select one featured weapon. Each off-banner 5-star = 1 Fate Point. 2 Fate Points = guaranteed chosen weapon (max 240 pulls/38,400 primogems). Fate Points reset when banner changes—non-transferable.
Average primogem cost for weapon guarantee?
Hard pity: 12,800. Soft pity: 10,400. Epitomized guarantee: 38,400. Average: 18,000-22,000 (accounting for soft pity 65-75). Version 6.3 F2P: 14,540 (insufficient without supplements).
Weapon banner or character constellations?
Character constellations generally provide greater value. C1-C2 often grant 20-40% damage plus QoL improvements, exceeding signature weapons. Weapon investment makes sense only after securing desired characters. F2P: prioritize C0 acquisition.
Signature weapon DPS increase at C0?
Typically 15-25% over best 4-stars. Moonshard: +18% vs Cinnabar Spindle R5. Tome: +20-30% vs craftables. Translates to 3-5s faster Abyss clears but doesn't change content accessibility—all clearable with 4-stars and proper artifacts.
Best 4-star alternatives?
Zibai: Cinnabar Spindle R5 (82%, event-limited), Uraku Misugiri (95%, gacha), Amenoma Kageuchi R5 (70-75%, craftable).
Neuvillette: Widsith R5 (75-80%, gacha), Prototype Amber R5 (65-70%, craftable), Hakushin Ring R5 (60-65%, craftable).
All enable full content completion—signatures are luxury, not necessity.
