Genshin Impact 6.2 drip marketing introduces Durin, a Pyro Sword-wielding dragon reborn from lore, set to debut in the Luna III update.
HoYoverse has officially unveiled Durin as the next playable character in Genshin Impact, revealed through the latest 6.2 drip marketing campaign tied to the upcoming Luna III update. Once a tragic figure from Mondstadt’s past, Durin is now reborn as a Pyro Vision wielder and Sword user.
Who Is Durin in Genshin Impact?
Durin was originally known as the wicked dragon who brought calamity to Mondstadt, clashing with Dvalin and ultimately falling on the slopes of Dragonspine, where players can still see his massive remains. However, the new narrative twist reveals that Durin has been reborn, not as a monster, but as a horned youth with a fresh story to tell.
According to his official introduction, “Some would mention a horned youth, and share amusing anecdotes of his embarrassing moments at the tavern and how he and Klee were scolded by Acting Grand Master Jean. ‘Has a new version of Durin's story emerged?’”
This confirms that Durin’s return is not a resurrection, but a reimagining, possibly tied to the Hexenzirkel, a mysterious witch coven from Inazuma. The drip marketing confirms that Andersdotter, a Hexenzirkel member, created this new Durin based on the original dragon, using the power of "M" — a being capable of shaping reality through imagination.
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Genshin Durin’s Abilities, Vision, and Title
- Vision: Pyro
- Weapon: Sword
- Title: "The Undying Fire"
- Constellation: Draco Rubedo
Durin is seen in promotional art wielding a glowing red sword, which is expected to be his signature 5-star weapon, likely featured in a limited-time Event Wish during his banner.
Genshin Impact Durin Release Date
The Luna III update (version 6.2) is scheduled to launch on December 3, 2025. Given that Durin is the first character revealed for this patch, he is highly likely to appear in Phase I of the update, making his debut on December 3.
More details about his skills, constellations, and gameplay mechanics will be revealed during the Luna III Special Program, expected to be livestreamed on November 21, 2025.
All in all, the 6.2 drip marketing has successfully reignited interest in one of Genshin’s oldest mysteries. Durin, once a symbol of tragedy, is now a beacon of renewal and hope; a character born not from blood, but from storytelling itself.