Total Primogem and Fate Breakdown
Version 6.3 launches January 14, 2026. Lantern Rite begins January 30 with two major reward channels:
- Serene Moonlit Nights mail: 1,600 Primogems (January 30)
- May Fortune Find You login: 10 Intertwined Fates over 7 days (worth 1,600 Primogems)
Combined value: 3,200 Primogems worth of wishes before sub-events.
Total Version 6.3 F2P Primogems: 14,540 (includes Spiral Abyss resets January 16 and February 1, daily commissions, and recurring content).
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Event Duration and Critical Deadlines
Main event: January 30 to February 23, 2026 (25 days)
Sub-event schedules:
- May Fortune Find You: January 16, 04:00 to February 3, 03:59
- Shutterflash Memory Hunt: January 16-26
- Moonlit Patrol Exercise: February 9-23
- Ley Line Overflow: February 16-23 (double rewards)
Serene Moonlit Nights mail schedule:
- January 30: 1,600 Primogems
- February 1: Crown of Insight
- February 2: Sanctifying Elixir
- February 3: 2 Fragile Resin
Mail expires 30 days after receipt. Claim promptly if your mailbox nears 1,000 message limit.
What's New in 2026
Words to a Good Friend provides free 4-star Liyue character selector at 1,200 Festive Fever points.
Requirements: AR 20, Archon Quest Prologue Act 3, Chapter 5 Act 5
Selectable characters (11 total):
- Claymore: Beidou (Electro), Chongyun (Cryo), Gaming (Pyro), Xinyan (Pyro)
- Catalyst: Lan Yan (Anemo), Ningguang (Geo), Yanfei (Pyro)
- Polearm: Xiangling (Pyro), Yaoyao (Dendro), Yun Jin (Geo)
- Sword: Xingqiu (Hydro)
May Fortune Find You Login Event
Runs January 16 to February 3, 2026 (18 days). Only AR 20 required.
Reward schedule:
- Day 1: 1 Intertwined Fate
- Day 3: 2 Intertwined Fates
- Day 5: 2 Intertwined Fates
- Day 7: 5 Intertwined Fates
You can miss 11 days and still claim all rewards. Just log in 7 total days.
Serene Moonlit Nights Mail Rewards
Auto-delivered to in-game mail starting January 30, 00:00 server time.
To claim:
- Open Paimon Menu (ESC/menu button)
- Navigate to Mail
- Select Claim All
The 1,600 Primogems on January 30 provide immediate pulling power. Crown of Insight (February 1) upgrades talents from level 9 to 10. Two Fragile Resin (February 3) = 120 Original Resin.
30-day expiration starts when mail is sent, not when you log in. Manage mailbox regularly.
Free 4-Star Character Selector Strategy
Unlocks at 1,200 Festive Fever points from completing sub-events.
New Players (AR 20-45):
- Xingqiu: irreplaceable Hydro application for vaporize/freeze teams
- Xiangling: strongest off-field Pyro DPS
- Beidou: exceptional AoE damage in taser comps
Mid-Game (AR 45-55) - constellation upgrades:
- Xingqiu C2: extends Hydro duration, adds interruption resistance
- Xiangling C4: extends Pyronado duration 40%
- Ningguang C2: resets Jade Screen cooldown, doubles Geo particles
Veterans:
- Lan Yan: newer Anemo Catalyst with unique mechanics
- Missing characters for completion
- Specific constellations for new team comps
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Minigames and Sub-Event Primogems
Auspicious Treasure Trees
Collect Fortune Coins daily from trees scattered in Liyue Harbor. Exchange for Primogems, talent books, weapon materials.
Optimal route:
- Start at main plaza near Adventurers' Guild
- Proceed clockwise through upper terraces
- Check behind buildings and alleyways
- Visit Yujing Terrace and Feiyun Slope
Takes 5-10 minutes daily, no combat required.
Jade Collection Minigame
Timing-based challenge collecting Jades while avoiding floating lanterns.
Pro tips:
- Observe lantern patterns before starting
- Prioritize high-density Jade clusters
- Use smaller character models for tighter navigation
- Practice runs to memorize routes
Charm Coin Activities
Earn through combat (damage enemy groups) or exploration (light Xiao Lanterns). Combat scales to World Level. Lighting lanterns requires no combat—best for efficiency.
Exclusive Outfits
Yaoyao - Rainlit Bamboo Reverie: Free through event challenges. Complete before February 23.
Neuvillette - Melusent Gift: Discounted Genesis Crystal purchase during event. Significant savings vs. future full price.
Traveler - As Heaven and Earth Are Made Anew: Free after completing True Moon Archon quest.
Ley Line Overflow Double Rewards
February 16-23, 2026: Double rewards for Blossoms of Revelation and Wealth at normal Resin cost.
Strategy:
- Stockpile Fragile Resin before February 16
- Prioritize immediate character ascension needs
- Calculate exact material requirements
- Complete Resin-free activities first
At World Level 8: Blossom of Wealth normally gives ~60,000 Mora per 20 Resin. During overflow: 120,000 Mora—effectively half the Resin cost.
Reserve Condensed Resin and Fragile Resin for this period. Efficiency gains compound over dozens of runs.
Spiral Abyss Resets
January 16 and February 1, 2026: 600 Primogems each from floors 9-12 full clears (1,200 total).
Optimization:
- Review new enemy lineups and adjust teams
- Test rotations in floor 9 first
- Attempt 36-star clears early for retry time
- Use food buffs for marginal DPS increases
Each chamber's 3-star clear = 50 Primogems. Full 36-star clears = 7.5 pulls worth of resources.
Daily Commissions
60 Primogems/day (4 commissions + Katheryne reward). Over 25 days: 1,500 Primogems.
Maximize efficiency:
- Set region to Liyue for themed commissions
- Complete after 4:00 AM server reset
- Prioritize achievement-progress commissions
- Use mobile, high-AoE characters
Missing days compounds into significant lost pulling power. 60 daily Primogems = over 1/3 of a pull.
Common Primogem Loss Mistakes
Missing Time-Limited Windows
Shutterflash Memory Hunt (January 16-26) ends before main event. Set calendar reminders for each sub-event deadline.
Ignoring Mail Expiration
30-day timer starts January 30, not from your login. Inactive accounts risk losing 1,600 Primogems and Crown. Log in January 30 minimum.
Overlooking Prerequisites
Character selector requires AR 20, Archon Quest Prologue Act 3, Chapter 5 Act 5. New players should prioritize AR experience through commissions, Resin, and exploration.
Missing Daily Collections
Fortune Coins respawn daily but don't accumulate if uncollected. Missing days permanently reduces total currency. Establish daily collection routes.
Banner Planning and Spending Strategy
Pity System Mechanics
Limited character banner guarantees:
- Soft pity: 74 pulls (11,840 Primogems) - significantly increased 5-star rates
- Hard pity: 90 pulls (14,400 Primogems)
- Guaranteed featured: Up to 180 pulls (28,800 Primogems) with 50/50 loss
Lantern Rite's 3,200 Primogems = 20 pulls. Version 6.3 total: 14,540 Primogems ≈ 91 pulls.
F2P Strategy
Prioritize:
- Save 180 pulls before committing to limited banners
- Target meta supports over niche DPS
- Avoid weapon banner (less favorable pity)
- Use character trials before pulling
91 pulls in Version 6.3 = halfway to guaranteed featured character from zero pity.
Low-Spender Optimization
Welkin Moon: +90 Primogems daily for 30 days = 2,700/month or 5,400 across Version 6.3. Total: ~125 pulls.
Battle Pass: +680 Primogems + 4 Intertwined Fates + 5 Acquaint Fates. Total: ~134 pulls.
Modest investments significantly improve guarantee timelines.
Genesis Crystal Top-Up Value
First-Time Buyer Bonus
Doubles crystal amount for each denomination's initial purchase. Bonuses reset annually. Prioritize doubled-value packs before standard-rate purchases.
Welkin Moon Efficiency
$5 USD = 300 Genesis Crystals immediately + 90 Primogems daily for 30 days = 3,000 Primogems total ≈ 600 Primogems per dollar.
Largest Genesis Crystal pack: $100 USD = 6,480 crystals with bonus ≈ 130 Primogems/dollar (or 65 without bonus).
Always maintain active Welkin before buying direct crystal packs.
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FAQ
How many total Primogems can F2P players get from Lantern Rite 2026?
1,600 Primogems via mail + 10 Intertwined Fates (worth 1,600 Primogems) = 3,200 Primogems worth. Version 6.3 total: 14,540 F2P Primogems.
What are the exact dates for Lantern Rite 2026?
Main event: January 30 to February 23. Sub-events: May Fortune Find You (January 16 to February 3), Shutterflash Memory Hunt (January 16-26), Moonlit Patrol Exercise (February 9-23), Ley Line Overflow (February 16-23).
Which free 4-star character should I choose?
New players: Xingqiu or Xiangling. Mid-game: constellation upgrades on frequently used characters. Veterans: Lan Yan or collection completion.
When do mail rewards expire?
30 days after being sent (starting January 30, 2026). Claim before expiration or lose rewards permanently.
Can I complete all events if I start late?
Main event provides 25 days. But Shutterflash Memory Hunt (January 16-26) has only 10 days. May Fortune Find You needs 7 total logins across 18 days—flexible for intermittent play.
Is Lantern Rite worth spending Primogems on banners?
Depends on pity count and resources. 74+ pity has higher expected value. Below 50 pity without guarantee: evaluate if you can reach 90 pulls before banner ends.
