Hey, hey! I’m virtual YouTuber Lu Luo Luo, and today I’m bringing you the “Song of the Empty Moon” from *Genshin Impact*: “The Seventh Day of the Month“A quick rundown of the highlights from the preview livestream for this update. This update takes us back to Sumeru! It looks like we’re in for another epic battle with the Doctor! It also ties up loose ends from years ago, and a brand-new 5-star character will be making their debut—NicoandLorn, ReissueDu LinandMarvika, as well as the cute 4-star little loliBritney…You could also say this is a card pool version packed with the Magic System. If you want to know about draw recommendations for this new card pool, Lolo will also share some strategies.Whoa!
[Genshin Impact] The Moon’s Seven 🎯 Preview Guide ▸ Nico and Lorn Are Here! Is Bennett About to Lose His Job? 😱? Fire Goddess Mavica’s Re-release, the Archon System Takes Off! Get All Your Gacha Tips in One Place! ▹ Lu Luo Luo ◃
00:47 All-New Storyline
02:14 Legendary Quest: Nico
02:52 Nico’s Witch’s Cottage
03:25 Legendary Quest: Lorn
03:58 Brand-New Boss
04:22 First Half—Nico, Dulin & Britney
04:32 Second Half—Lorn, Marvika
04:40 5★．Nico
06:08 5★．Lorn
06:58 4★．Brennie
08:00 Preliminary Selection Recommendations—Nico
09:06 Preliminary Sampling Recommendations—Lorn
10:01 Preliminary Sampling Recommendations—Du Lin
10:36 Preliminary Sampling Recommendations—Marvica
11:27 General Sampling Recommendations
11:50 New Relics
12:24 Version Events
13:19 Other Updates and Improvements
14:49 Easter Eggs Revealed for “Winter Kingdom”
15:07 END
All-New Storyline
Demon Lord’s Mission
The stage for the Moon Chapter 7 Demon Lord Quest will return to Sumeru. As seen in the PV, Naxada has fallen into a deep slumber, and a large number of Spirit Guardians have appeared throughout Sumeru—all of which are more aggressive than ever before. The atmosphere across Sumeru feels decidedly off. What’s most concerning is that a “familiar yet unfamiliar” adversary has also appeared in Sumeru—yes, someone who looks exactly like our Dr. D’Torre. Wait a minute—doesn’t Lolo remember that we already took care of D’Torre back in the “Fourth Moon” update? So who exactly is this person who looks just like the doctor? Can we just keep slicing and dicing like this? As seen in the PV, everyone in Sumeru is getting in on the action this time. From the familiar Cole to the Sages of the Council of the Divine, all the way to the companions we’ve met in the Great World—everyone is lending a hand in their own way. Klei has grown a lot, too. Remember when we first met her? She was afraid to interact with others because of her Scaly Disease, but now she’s able to step up and hold her own—this is something that will really resonate with veteran players. Additionally, Tut, the King of the Cranes—that mysterious cat—will make an appearance in this quest. Travelers can experience this for themselves once the update goes live. As an observer of the worldlines, Nico will also provide key guidance to Travelers during this Archon Quest. Furthermore, completing this Archon Quest will not only grant you560 rough stonesIn addition to the rewards, you can also directly obtain Nico’s breakthrough materials. Furthermore, considering that the “Moon Seven” storyline involves a large number of characters and past events, the development team has added a “Guide’s Notes“, which helps us organize adventure information; you can also open the handbook during conversations to view relevant details. Additionally, starting with the Moon Seven update, the Archdemon Quest will also introduceArchive Feature…so we can better immerse ourselves in the story. The overall reading experience should be much more enjoyable than before.
Legendary Quest: Nico
Speaking of Nico, she’s also one of the featured new characters in the “Moon Seven” update. Nico is an angel who has lived for several thousand years and is a member of the Witches’ Guild. Long ago, the angelic race was punished—they were forced to choose between losing their powers or their physical forms. However, Nico’s case is unique: she has both retained and lost both, and has lived in human form ever since. Essentially, Nico is an “angel who has lost her voice.” Although she cannot speak aloud, she can communicate directly within people’s minds. As an observer of the worldline, whenever the world undergoes changes, Nico always offers hints to everyone, much like a prophet. As seen in the trailer, Nico will take us on a journey deep into her life as an angel who has lived in isolation for thousands of years, and this narrative will unfold in conjunction with the current Demon Lord mission.
Nico’s Witch’s Cottage
In Nico’s story, the “Moon Seven” update also features a special addition: “Nico’s Witch’s Cottage.” Do you remember the witch’s cottage we built for Nico at the Gathering Place earlier? In the upcoming “Moon Seven” update, you’ll finally be able to go inside and explore it! Not only has Nico given the rooms in the cottage a makeover so travelers can explore and hunt for treasure there, but every week, he also unlocks a mysterious room for travelers. Each room hides a different story, along with treasures Nico has prepared for everyone—it feels a bit like Nico’s version of *Chronicles of the Moon*. Here’s a sneak peek: once all the doors have been opened, there’s a good chance there will be a special hidden surprise waiting. Travelers who love exploration and storytelling definitely shouldn’t miss this.
Legendary Quest: Lorn
Next up is another new character: Lorn, the deputy captain of the Fifth Squad of the Westwind Knights. He is a knight who truly relishes combat; his determination to win and his focus on the battlefield are second to none. Always charging at the very front, he eagerly seeks to face off against skilled opponents, making him a truly unique figure within the Westwind Knights. As for why Lorn has such an aggressive fighting style, the story behind it is hidden in his Legendary Quest, “The Chapter of the Cunning Hare.” This Legendary Quest also delves into a long-forgotten chapter of the Knights of the West Wind’s history—it feels as though a memory that has been sealed away for a long time is about to be unlocked. Completing the Legendary Quest not only rewards you with Primogems and materials to level up Lorn, but also reveals the true nature of his title.
Brand-New Boss
The Supreme Deity of the Left Path
So, since the villain this time is supposedly a rival of D’Torre, just how tough will the battle be? This new boss is named “The Supreme Deity of the Left Path“Based on the observation report, his style of operation is indeed very similar to that of D’Torre. Furthermore, judging from the block effects of his attack moves, we can roughly infer that this doctor likely possesses the ability of the ‘Ruler of the Void,’ and he is also capable of unleashing the ‘Blade of Emptiness.’ Following the upcoming “Moon 7” update, we’ll be able to challenge this formidable foe ourselves and, while we’re at it, obtain character cultivation materials.
“Moon’s Seven” Gacha Pool Information
First Half—Nico, Dulin & Britney
In the first half of the gacha pool, we’ll be welcoming a brand-newFive StarsFire ElementArtifact Character—Nico, as well as reissuesFive StarsFire Element—Du Lin, plus a new 4-star character—BritneyA companion run. Plus, a weapon gacha pool featuring two five-star characters.
Second Half—Lorn, Marvika
In the second half of the card pool, a brand-newFive StarsIce ElementLong-Handled Weapon Character—Lorn, as well as reissuesFive StarsFire Element—Marvika, as well as a gacha pool featuring exclusive weapons for two 5-star characters.
New Character
5★．Nico
Nico WeiFive StarsFire ElementRitual Object CharactersOutside of combat, Ni can summon nearby spirit friends to guide the Traveler to the location of treasures. Like Linaya, she possesses special abilities for exploring the open world, but keep in mind that to use this ability, you must first obtain the Treasure Compass for the current region.During battle, when Nico unleashes an elemental combat skill, she will…ShieldProtect the team while also providing benefits to all roles on the teamIncrease Attack Power. I’d also like to highlight this point: this attack power boost isPersonal, Team-wide…whether you’re playing an on-field or off-field role, everyone gets a share, and unlike Bennett’s attack boost, which increases…Fixed Attack Power, Nico’s bonus attack has still been increasedAttack Power Percentage, plus there’s alsoE-Start + On-the-Go…it also removes the original restriction that confined Bennett to a specific area, and this mechanic alone makes it exceptionally powerful.Nico’s Elemental Burst is even more interesting: she uses “Golden Threads of Heavenly Light” to weave her destiny, unfurling stunningly beautiful wings behind her and summoning what are known as “Mystic Projections” to assist her allies in attacking enemies. The damage dealt by these “Mystic Projections” benefits fromCurrent Attack Power of Characters on the Field…and it deals area-of-effect damage based on the element type of the character currently on the field. In other words, if you have an Ice-element character on the field, “Arcane Projection” deals Ice-element damage; if it’s a Lightning-element character, it deals Lightning-element damage, and so on. This mechanic allows Nico’s协同攻击 to seamlessly integrate into almost any elemental team.Once Nico completes “The Witch’s Lesson” and triggers the “Arcane·Mystery” effect, the damage dealt by “Mystic Projection” will be further increased, and its appearance will also undergo some changes. As seen in the preview screenshots, the phantom created by the elemental synergy attack will take on the form of the Magus character. Overall, Nico is a versatile support Angel who can continuously boost the entire team’s attack power, provide shields, and initiate elemental synergy attacks based on the characters on the field. Her versatility is exceptionally high, making her a perfect fit for virtually any team composition.
5★．Lorn
Lorn forFive StarsIce ElementCharacters with PolearmsIn battle, after Lorn casts an Elemental Skill, an energy bar appears beside him. When teammates deal significant damage, Lorn’s competitive spirit is ignited, granting him a continuous boost of “Victory,” which can then be used to cast an enhanced Elemental Skill or, by consuming all “Victory,” unleash an even more powerful Elemental Burst. Although, doesn’t the animation for this ultimate feel just as devious as the Wanderer’s? Since “Victory Drive” can also be accumulated faster with the help of teammates, to unleash Lorn’s full potential, the team must include teammates of comparable strength. It’s an interesting mechanic where he gets stronger against stronger opponents—the better his teammates are, the stronger he becomes. Additionally, Lorn has an interesting talent: for a period after casting his Elemental Skill, its level is temporarily increased by 1. However, if any teammate’s talent level is equal to or higher than Lorn’s Elemental Skill level, this temporary upgrade effect will last even longer—yet another talent that encourages friendly competition with teammates. After completing “The Witch’s Lessons,” Lorn can also become a Mage, and upon meeting certain conditions, the damage dealt by her Normal Attacks and Heavy Attacks will be further increased.
4★．Brennie
Britney forFour starsWind ElementRitual ObjectsCharacter,Although she’s young and looks like a little kid—and even bears a bit of a resemblance to Kuromi?—don’t let her appearance fool you. Britney wields the Summoning Bell and the Hammer of Judgment, which she won from a witch, and has been personally certified by Alice as a “witch hunter.” With her wealth of experience and solid knowledge base, she’s a true little adult—she can even hold her own in a debate with Alice. Based on plot clues, Britney has a bit of a history with a certain “witch wearing a large, openwork hat,” as this witch took her best friend away from her. In battle, when Brienne taps her Elemental Skill, she swings the Hammer of Judgment to deal Anemo damage; if a diffusion reaction is triggered, she can land an additional attack. Her Elemental Burst summons her trusty little helper, “Witchbait Bell,” which follows the character on the field and periodically deals area-of-effect Anemo damage. When the bell triggers a diffusion reaction, it summons small hammers of the corresponding element to strike enemies. Furthermore, after the hammers land, they provideDamage Multiplier. After completing “The Witch’s Lessons,” Britney can grant magic-user characters even more buffs; she is aBackline Damage + Spread Damage Bonus + Mage BuffA versatile “second-in-command” support with three roles in one. More importantly, for some players, the addition of Brienne also counts as completing an achievement.
Preliminary Gacha Recommendations for the “Seven Moons” Pool
Nico
Next up are some preliminary gacha pull recommendations for the “Moon Seven” gacha pool. First, let’s talk about Nico. In terms of her role, Nico isn’t just an exclusive support for the Magician class—she’s more like a portableShield Bennett. In addition to boosting attack power and providing shields, Nico’s ultimate ability also delivers significant burst damage and can coordinate attacks based on the attack power of other characters on the field. These support effects are further enhanced when Nico is used in a Mage-based team composition.So if you’ve taken a drag…Grand Commander FarqaorFull-Stat WendyAs the main carry, I’m even planning to pair it withLornThat’s right. Actually, the current Magic-Wizard system is lacking exactly this kind of survival support; the final slot will only be filled once Nico arrives.Secondly, even if you don’t run a Mage team, the title “Big Bennett” alone makes him a highly recommended pull in terms of strength—and as a 5-star support, her mechanics, abilities, and damage output all far surpass Bennett’s—not to mention that her power will be further amplified by ascension upgrades down the line. So, as long as your current team has a main DPS that benefits from attack power and can accommodate Bennett, you can swap them all out for Nico. which really highlights just how versatile Nico will be in the future, doesn’t it?Ohhh~~ Is Bennett going to lose his job? Of course we’ll keep Bennett and Nico on the team the whole way.Finally, Nico’s design is absolutely stunning. She’s definitely the character that Lolo knew she had to pull the moment she saw her in the entire “Song of the Empty Moon” version—the White Stocking Angel is just so beautiful.
Lorn
Next up is Lorn, the Deputy Captain of the Knights. In terms of role, he functions as an ice-elemental carry, possessing solid damage-boosting capabilities and burst damage. What makes him unique is that the stronger his teammates are, the higher his damage output becomes; therefore, Lorn is a character whose performance is heavily dependent on his teammates’ abilities.While Ice C already has Sirkok dominating the top tier, Lorn’s addition is certainly not intended to challenge Sirkok’s status, but rather to integrate Lorn into the Mage system, thereby enabling different combinations and playstyles within that system—such as pairing Lorn withDu Lin, and it enhances the melting and evaporation reactionsHei Dulin…is a very powerful mage duo.Secondly, Travelers who don’t have an Ice C character might also consider pulling for Lorn—for example, even without Sirk, you can still put together a team.Lorn + Mona + Aikofi + FuninaA “Permafrost” deck of that sort. You might even get a chance to go head-to-head with Skork, but if you already have a full Skork deck, it mainly comes down to whether you have Dulin to play “Melt.”Finally, here’s a more forward-looking tip: Since the Winter Kingdom update is coming soon, the newly released artifact sets suggest that gameplay involving Ice-element reactions—such as Superconduct—will be strengthened in the future. so there’s a high probability that Lore will offer a significantly different experience once the new reactions are buffed in the Winterland update. However, at this stage, Lolo recommends waiting until you have Dulin before pulling again.
Du Lin
Next up are the rerun characters. While Dulin is a decent Fire-element support character, his performance is fairly average if he’s not part of the Archmage build or is only at 0 ascensions. However, from the perspective of strengthening the Archmage build, Dulin is highly recommended. Therefore, the conclusion is that as long as you plan to play the Archmage build, Dulin is practically a must-pull. However, if you don’t plan to play the Archon build, skipping him won’t make much of a difference. Dulin’s main role is to use his Fire support to trigger Overload, Ignite, Melt, or Vaporize effects, but there are plenty of other characters that can fill this role besides him.Dulin’s “2 Lives” ability is also a very powerful support-oriented game-changer, so if you’re frequently tackling high-difficulty stages—such as “Dangerous Battle in the Shadow Realm”—and want to increase your damage ceiling, then2 LivesI highly recommend taking it as a supplement, but it’s also relatively expensive, so you should decide based on your budget and how much you need it.
Marvika
And finally, “Listen to the Roar of the Sun~~”—Marvika, the Fire Goddess.Even though it’s been over a year and a half since Marvika was released, she’s still the undisputed T0 Fire C in Lolo’s eyes. The Nata Battleship still wipes out enemies with ease in the Shadow Realm’s Perilous Battle, If you pulled her Constellation early on, I’m sure you’ve been having a blast with her ever since last year’s Nata event. Moreover, Marvica shows no signs of losing her edge—she excels in both damage output and open-world exploration, Overload, Melt, and Vaporize—all her Fire reactions are incredibly strong. Players can further boost her damage ceiling through skillful play, such as using the dual-Marvica head set commonly seen in Abyssal Depths difficulty 6, or performing scoring-boosting maneuvers like the “Falling Melt” combo. Moreover, Marvica possesses background Fire damage capabilities, so even if she’s switched to a Fire support role, she can equip the “Brave” set for damage boosts—making her a truly versatile character. Given that each of Marvica’s Ascensions provides a stat boost, At 0 Ascensions, it’s best to collect the Nata Battleship set—suitable for all players—and even those without her signature weapon should consider acquiring one. 2 Ascensions help reduce farming time, while 6 Ascensions let you wrap things up quickly and head home. Ultimately, how far you choose to pull depends on your budget and farming needs.
General Sampling Recommendations
Finally, here’s a quick summary of the gacha guide for the four characters. Based on Lolo’s own ranking, the order should generally be:Marvika-Nico > Dulin, Lorn. Marvika and Nico are recommended characters worth pulling even if you don’t play the Mage build, while Durin and Lorn are best used in conjunction with the Mage build. However, if your Mage team consists only of 4-star characters, your damage ceiling will be relatively limited. Therefore, if you really don’t have many Mage characters and aren’t particularly interested in the build, you can skip them altogether.
Brand-New Artifacts
The “Seventh Moon” update will introduce a new Artifact Dungeon and two brand-new artifact sets.
A Gift from Heaven
The first set of “A Gift from Heaven“It’s primarily a set designed for support roles in the Magic-User system, so it’s alsoNicoGraduation Set Options. The 2-piece set increases charge, and the 4-piece setIncreases damage for the entire team by 20%, but it must share the same element as the wearer; when paired with “Magical Arts: Arcana,” it can also provide up toIncreases damage for the entire team by 40%. Furthermore, in addition to the wearer’s element, the elements of characters on the field can also be factored into the damage bonus calculation, making it even stronger than the “Hero” set; however, this is limited to characters in the Mage class, and at least two Mage characters are required to trigger the effect.
The Somber Disillusionment in the Shadows
Another set of “The Somber Disillusionment in the Shadows“, can be viewed as a new“Superconducting” Reaction KitI’m not sure how the superconductivity build for Clorinde in *Skyblade* will change, but since the set effect won’t unlock its full potential until *The Long Winter*, we won’t have a clearer picture of the playstyle until the new Blessing is implemented.
Version Events
A Fantastic Journey with Friends
Next, let’s take a look at the main event of the “Moon Seven” update—“Fantasy Friends’ Journey.” Upon completing this event, you’ll receiveRaw Stone, Crown of KnowledgeIn addition to rewards, you can also get the super cute weapon skin “The Super-Powerful Magic Key“. It’s a bit like the ‘Ultimate Overlord Super Magic Sword’—I wonder what kind of contrast it would create if Falga were to equip it?”The event revolves around the secret base of the “Little Witches’ Club,” founded by Kori. Each member has their own special magic and an impressive title—it feels like Alice must have created them all. Inside this secret base, Kori has prepared “magic toys” that let you play a game of passing and catching with Dudu Ke. It’s a fun little game that combines movement and quick reflexes.The little witches Qiqi and Yaoyao will introduce Liyue’s magical mechanisms, which require players to plan their routes and jump nimbly to help Yuegui safely escort the little sparrow home.As for the little witch Zao Yu, she’s prepared a ninjutsu device that allows for special training—practicing alongside the fluffy raccoon dog. It’s similar to parkour, and watching that round little butt is pretty cute.Finally, the mature Britney has no intention of getting carried away with toys; she has prepared “Demon-Hunting Drill“, and complete the battle level challenge here.
Other Small Activities
Other examples include “Chronicles of the Trials of the Valiant, Sharp, and Majestic“, as well as “A Chase Through Vibrant ColorsYou can also earn rewards such as Primogems by participating in the “…” mini-event.
Other Updates and Improvements
Summoning the Seven Saints
The Summoning of the Seven Saints will also be updated in this version,Filins, LaumaandExperimental Field-Generating DeviceThe card will be added to the deck.
New Adventures
After the update, you will be able to obtainNaviyaandThe WandererWith the “Travel Traces” event underway, fans of these two travelers should seize this opportunity.
A Gathering of a Thousand Melodies
Qianyin Yaji has released a brand-new album titled *Poem of Magical Fantasy: A Symphonic Fancy*. The sheet music themes for Dulin and Falga will also be available soon; interested Travelers can redeem them in the *Qianyin Collection*.
Strive for Excellence and Pursue the Long-Term
“Diligence and the Long Journey” is also set to be updated. For players with perfect attendance, there are no additional rewards after completing the eight-week period. Therefore, in this new cycle of “Diligence and the Long Journey,” the following will be added to the existing rewards: “Practice the Rites of the Book of Rites“, which means that after redeeming your Destiny Star, you can earn even more rewards as you continue to achieve this week’s goals, includingRaw StoneIn addition to this bonus content bundle, there will be extra rewards every week.
Realm of a Thousand Stars
The system in “Thousand Star Wonderland” has also seen quite a few updates this time. First up are the new outfits and the new lobby—the style of these outfits seems a bit like the new outfits from “Robin” or “Xia Die” over at the neighboring studio.In addition, our Qiu and Gou can finally show off all kinds of moves in Teyvat—you can take them to various locations to take photos and capture those amazing moments. Plus, the new version’s outfit combinations now includeRandom DisplayOne of the game’s features is that when you enter a “Mysterious Realm” level, you can randomly equip a pre-set outfit, so the several outfits I’d carefully put together earlier are finally coming in handy. In addition, if you participate in the “Realm of a Thousand Stars” event during the “Moon’s Seventh” update, you’ll not only receive a free 4-star outfit—complete with an octopus hat—but you’ll also getExquisite CrystalsandRaw StoneRewards.Meanwhile, Qiyu is also preparing for a unique sports meet—I wonder what it will be like?There have also been quite a few updates to the Qijiang System. First, the mini-map editing feature has been upgraded. Qijiang users can now upload custom maps in the new version and add new interface spaces, making the user interface even more streamlined and intuitive.The “Seventh Moon” update will introduce a batch of new scene assets, as well as some water-related objects. Creative artisans will also be able to edit the color of the water to create even more interesting scenes. 
Easter Eggs Revealed for “Toward Winter”
At the end of the preview, the official channel also released some behind-the-scenes footage of the Land of Winter, including scenes of a train traveling through snowy landscapes and the statues of the Seven Ice Gods of the Land of Winter.The screenshot also shows what appears to be a new character from the Land of Winter—a young boy wearing a hood, wielding a spear, and possessing the Eye of the God of Thunder.Finally, I saw Kong’s brand-new Winter Kingdom outfit—he was even holding a sniper rifle.
That wraps up our quick guide to the “Moon Seven” update preview livestream. After the update goes live, Lolo will also be posting articles with hands-on impressions of the new characters and gacha tips. Which character are you most excited to pull?Thanks for watching until the end! I’m Lu Luo Luo, a virtual YouTuber. See you next time!
Source: KOCPC Chinese