As Version 4.4 arrives, the Lunar New Year draws near, heralding the ever-anticipated return of Genshin Impact's Lantern Rite Festival! This annual celebration, hosted in the land of Liyue, promises a reunion with old friends, introductions to vibrant new characters, fun-filled events, and bountiful rewards.
Just as the Windblume Festival is to Mondstadt and the Fontinalia Festival is to Fontaine, the Lantern Rite holds immense significance in Liyue. So, without further ado, let's dive into what awaits us at the 2024 Lantern Rite Festival!
Lantern Rite 2024 release date and schedule
To align with the Lunar New Year, the Lantern Rite Festival is set to unfold alongside the Genshin Impact Version 4.4 update, spanning from 5 February to 25 February 2024.
To participate, players must be Adventure Rank 28 or above and have completed the Archon Quest Chapter I: Act III "A New Star Approaches".
Below is the complete schedule for Lantern Rite 2024:
- 5 Feb:
- Lantern Rite Quest Act 1
- Mini-game challenge:
- Paper-Shadows A-Forging
- Joyful Beasts and Their Auspices
- 7 Feb:
- Lantern Rite Quest Act 2
- Mini-game challenge:
- Iridescent Cloud-Striding
- 9 Feb:
- Lantern Rite Quest Act 3
- 25 Feb:
- Lantern Rite 2024 concludes
Lantern Rite 2024 events
This year's Lantern Rite flagship event, "Vibrant Harriers Aloft in Spring Breeze", is themed around kites, symbolising hope! Coinciding with the real-world Lunar New Year, it is Genshin Impact's most significant annual celebration. Prepare to reunite with familiar faces, indulge in a grand feast of festivities, and witness awe-inspiring sights!
There will be four mini-game challenges that players can enjoy:
1. Paper Shadows A-Foraging
Experience a unique tabletop game that blends Fontainian film technology with Liyue's traditional Paper Plays to create a thrilling "Paper Theatre" performance. Within a limited turn count, solve puzzles and overcome obstacles as you guide Guoba and Yuegui on a quest to gather ingredients for delectable Liyue dishes.
2. Joyful Beasts and Their Auspices
Based on Wushou Dance, this co-op challenge throws you into the heart of the festivities. Battle against fellow Travelers across three thrilling stages:
- “Good Things Come Rolling In”: Collect as many Lucky Teabricks as you can
- “Race to the Top": Fight for control over highlighted platforms
- “To Pluck Goof Fortune”: Stay in a dedicated safe zone for as long as possible while avoiding danger
3. Iridescent Cloud-Striding
Use the “Golden Carp’s Leap” and take to the skies with this traversal challenge! While soaring through a night sky full of fireworks, players are tasked to collect as many Jade Lotus Lanterns as possible to get a higher score.
Lantern Rite 2024 rewards
One of the most exciting aspects of Lantern Rite is, undoubtedly, the rewards. As is customary, upon reaching a certain score threshold in the main flagship event, players will have the opportunity to select a free 4-star character from Liyue, alongside Primogems, Mora and other goodies. The new 4-star character, Gaming, will be featured in the lineup.
But the excitement doesn't stop there! Genshin Impact players are in for a treat during this year's Lantern Rite festival, as there will be new skins introduced for beloved 5-star Liyue characters: Ganyu and Shenhe.
Additionally, Xingqiu will also receive a Lantern Rite skin in the 4.4 update, and players will be able to obtain it for free by participating in the Lantern Rite event.
The release of these new outfits marks a significant milestone in Genshin Impact, as it will be the first time that two five-star characters (Ganyu and Shenhe) receive a skin simultaneously.
A vibrant celebration of the real-world Lunar New Year, Lantern Rite stands as Liyue’s most significant annual event, reuniting familiar faces for a grand feast of festivities that culminate in a breathtaking fireworks display. Get ready to celebrate the Lunar New Year and witness the mesmerising sight of Liyue Harbor illuminated by an endless array of lanterns.
For more about Genshin Impact, discover all that you need to know about the 18 new characters set to be released during Genshin Impact's Fontaine cycle. On top of that, the Version 4.4 banners have been leaked! Get ahead of the curve and start planning your Primogem savings for your future party members with our Fontaine character banner schedule here.
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