Varka's banner launches February 25, 2026, running through March 17, 2026 in Version 6.4 Phase 1. Guaranteeing this 5-star Anemo Claymore character requires 28,800 Primogems (180 pulls at 160 each). F2P players earn ~23,275 Primogems plus 10 Intertwined Fates across Versions 6.3 and 6.4 Phase 1 (171 pulls total). To bridge the gap, you need 6,480 Genesis Crystals ($99.99 package provides 12,960 with first-time bonus).
Varka Banner Timeline in Version 6.4
Version 6.4 launches February 25, 2026, featuring Varka in Phase 1 for 21 days (ends March 17, 2026). He's the first playable Grand Master of Knights of Favonius, wielding Anemo Claymore with crowd-control abilities. His signature weapon, Ballad of the Mighty Wolf, has 608 base ATK and 33.1% CRIT Rate.
Limited characters like Varka may not return for 6-12 months after initial runs. Daily commissions, events, and Spiral Abyss resets during this window contribute to your pulling budget. Starting accumulation during Version 6.3 (January 14 to February 25, 2026) maximizes free resources.
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Pity System Mechanics
Hard Pity: 90-Pull Guarantee
Hard pity triggers at exactly 90 pulls. If you haven't received a 5-star by pull 89, pull 90 guarantees one. Base 5-star rate is 0.6%—less than 1% per pull before pity activates.
Soft Pity: Pull 74 Onwards
Soft pity starts at pull 74, dramatically increasing 5-star rates. Community data shows rates climb from 0.6% to ~32% by pull 80. Most players get their 5-star between pulls 75-82, costing 12,000-13,120 Primogems realistically.
50/50 System
First 5-star on Character Event Wish has 50% chance of being Varka or a standard 5-star (Diluc, Jean, Mona, Qiqi, Keqing). Losing 50/50 guarantees your next 5-star is the featured character. This guarantee carries across banners.
Pity Carryover
Pity persists across all Character Event Wish banners. 65 pulls on a previous banner carry to Varka's banner—you'd need only 25 more for hard pity. Carryover applies only within same banner type (Character/Weapon/Standard are separate).
Genesis Crystal Calculations
Worst-Case: 180 Pulls
Starting from zero pity with no guarantee, losing 50/50 at pull 90, then hitting hard pity at pull 180 = 28,800 Primogems. The $99.99 package with first-time bonus provides 12,960 crystals (~$100 for 81 pulls).
Average-Case: 155 Pulls
Most players hit soft pity around pull 78-82. Losing 50/50 at pull 80, then soft pity at pull 155 = 24,800 Primogems. With 23,275 free Primogems + 10 Fates available, F2P players nearly reach this threshold.
Best-Case: Early Pulls
Lucky players pull Varka within 10-20 pulls (1,600-3,200 Primogems). If you're at 70+ pity with guarantee from previous lost 50/50, you might need under 20 pulls (3,200 Primogems max).
Constellation Costs
- C0: 28,800 Primogems worst-case (180 pulls)
- C1: +12,800 average (80 pulls) = 41,600 total
- C2: +12,800 average = 54,400 total
- C6: 100,800 worst-case (630 pulls) or 70,400 average (440 pulls)
Genesis Crystal Conversion
Standard Rates
- 1 Genesis Crystal = 1 Primogem (1:1 ratio)
- 160 Primogems = 1 Intertwined Fate
- No discount for 10-pulls vs singles
Total Crystals for Guaranteed Varka
28,800 Genesis Crystals for worst-case C0. With 23,275 free Primogems + 10 Fates (1,600 Primogem value), you need 3,925 additional crystals. This equals $49.99 package (3,280 crystals) + $4.99 package (300 crystals).
Free Primogem Sources
Version 6.3 (42 days): 14,540 Primogems
- Daily Commissions: 2,520 (60/day × 42)
- Spiral Abyss: 1,200 (600 per reset, 2 resets)
- Lantern Rite: 1,600 + 10 Intertwined Fates
- Version Events: ~8,000
- Maintenance: 600
Version 6.4 Phase 1 (21 days): 8,735 Primogems
- Daily Commissions: 1,260 (60/day × 21)
- Spiral Abyss: 600 (1 reset)
- Livestream Codes: 300 (announced Feb 13, 2026)
- Maintenance: 600 (Feb 25, 2026)
- Events: ~5,000
- Exploration: ~975
Spiral Abyss Details
600 Primogems per reset for full clear (36 stars, Floors 9-12). Floors 9-10 give 300, Floors 11-12 give 300. Even Floor 9 with 6 stars yields 150 Primogems.
Maintenance & Codes
Every update includes 600 Primogems compensation. Version 6.4 livestream (Feb 13, 2026) releases 3 codes worth 100 each (300 total). Codes expire within 24 hours.
Genesis Crystal Packages
Package Tiers
- $0.99: 60 crystals (60/dollar)
- $4.99: 300 crystals (60/dollar)
- $14.99: 980 crystals (65/dollar)
- $29.99: 1,980 crystals (66/dollar)
- $49.99: 3,280 crystals (66/dollar)
- $99.99: 6,480 crystals (65/dollar)
First-Time Bonus
Each tier doubles crystals on first purchase. $99.99 package gives +6,480 bonus = 12,960 total (130/dollar). This is 100% value increase—use first-time bonuses on higher tiers.
Cost Per Pull
Without bonuses: $2.42-$2.66 per pull across all tiers.
With first-time $99.99 bonus: $1.23 per pull (12,960 ÷ 160 per pull).
Optimal Strategy
New Spenders:
- Calculate Primogem deficit after free resources
- Buy $99.99 with first-time bonus (12,960 crystals)
- Use first-time bonuses on $49.99/$29.99 if needed
- Small packages for minor top-ups under 1,000 crystals
Used First-Time Bonuses: Combine mid-tier packages—per-pull costs similar across $14.99-$99.99 without bonuses.
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Budget Examples
F2P: Free Resources Only
Resources: 23,275 Primogems + 10 Fates = 171 pulls
Outcome: 95% chance of C0 Varka from zero pity. With 10-20 existing pity, virtually guaranteed.
Strategy: Complete dailies, clear Abyss Floors 9-12 biweekly, do all events, redeem codes, explore thoroughly.
Light Spender: Welkin + BP
Additional: Welkin gives 3,780 Primogems over 42 days (90/day) + BP Fates
Total: ~196 pulls from Version 6.4 alone
Investment: $4.99 monthly + $9.99 BP = $14.98
Outcome: With Version 6.3 resources, exceeds 200 pulls—guarantees C0, high chance of C1.
Moderate Spender: Guaranteed C0
Strategy: All free resources (171 pulls) + $99.99 first-time bonus (81 pulls)
Investment: $99.99
Total: 252 pulls
Outcome: Guarantees C0 with 72 pulls remaining for future banners or C1/weapon attempts.
Whale: C6 + Signature Weapon
Character: 440 pulls average for C6 (7 copies)
Weapon: 160 pulls worst-case guarantee
Total: 600 pulls = 96,000 Primogems
After Free Resources: 72,725 crystals needed
Investment:
- $99.99 first-time: 12,960 crystals
- 6× $99.99: 38,880 crystals
- 2× $49.99: 6,560 crystals
- Small packages to reach 72,725
Total: ~$800-900
Common Mistakes
Pity Doesn't Reset Between Banners
Pity carries forward across all Character Event Wish banners. Your 65 pulls on previous banners count toward Varka. Only pulling a 5-star resets the counter.
Wrong Banner Type
Standard Wish (Acquaint Fates) can't drop Varka. Only Character Event Wish (Intertwined Fates) features limited characters. Verify you're buying Intertwined Fates.
Not Planning for 50/50 Loss
Budgeting for exactly 90 pulls fails when losing 50/50. Always plan worst-case: 180 pulls for guaranteed featured character.
Skipping Free Primogems
Skipping dailies costs 60/day. Over 42 days = 2,520 Primogems (16 pulls). Ignoring Abyss sacrifices 600 biweekly. Across Versions 6.3 and 6.4 Phase 1, completing dailies + Abyss gains 5,580 Primogems (35 pulls) vs skipping.
Pulling Strategy
When to Pull
First Day:
- Immediate access to build Varka
- Full 21 days for materials/testing
- Early satisfaction
Last Day:
- Maximum event Primogems accumulated
- Reduced crystal purchases if lucky
- Flexibility to redirect resources
Recommendation: Pull within first week after initial event Primogems—balances early access with resource accumulation.
Track Pity
Check wish history in-game. Count pulls since last 5-star on Character Event Wish. History shows 6 months; older pulls aren't visible but internal counter remains accurate. Third-party tools auto-calculate pity.
C0 vs Constellations
Varka's C0 provides complete core functionality. Constellations enhance but aren't mandatory. Each costs 12,800+ Primogems average (80+ pulls). For most players, securing C0 then saving for future characters/weapons beats chasing constellations.
Backup Plan
If March 17, 2026 approaches without Varka secured, buy Genesis Crystals immediately. Missing the deadline means 6-12+ month wait for rerun.
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FAQ
How many Genesis Crystals guarantee Varka?
28,800 for worst-case (180 pulls). Free resources provide 23,275 Primogems + 10 Fates (171 pulls), reducing requirement to ~3,925 crystals. Most players get guarantee at 150-165 pulls due to soft pity.
When does Varka's banner end?
March 17, 2026 at server reset. Runs 21 days from February 25, 2026. Reruns typically occur 6-12 months later.
What if I lose 50/50?
You get a standard 5-star (Diluc/Jean/Mona/Qiqi/Keqing) but activate guarantee—next 5-star on any Character Event Wish is the featured character. Guarantee carries forward indefinitely.
How many free pulls before Feb 25?
~171 pulls (23,275 Primogems + 10 Fates) from Version 6.3 and 6.4 Phase 1 by completing dailies, Abyss, events, Lantern Rite, exploration, and codes from January 14 to February 25, 2026.
Does soft pity work on Varka's banner?
Yes, identical to all Character Event Wish banners. Starts pull 74, most get 5-star at pulls 75-82 (12,000-13,120 Primogems vs 14,400 hard pity).
Most cost-effective package?
$99.99 with first-time bonus: $1.23/pull (12,960 crystals). Without bonuses, $14.99-$99.99 all cost $2.42-$2.47/pull. Always use first-time bonuses on higher tiers for 100% bonus crystals.
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