The evolving Lunar Reactions system continues to shape future team building, and Columbina sits at the center of many discussions. One crucial detail remains unchanged for now. Columbina on her own cannot convert Electro Charged, Bloom or Crystallize into their Lunar variants. In other words, she cannot independently turn standard reactions into Lunar Charged, Lunar Bloom or Lunar Crystallize without help from other characters or specific mechanics. This design keeps her firmly positioned as a Lunar reaction amplifier and enabler, not as a universal converter. However, this is still subject to adjustment. It is explicitly noted that this may be changed in the beta, so her final release version could gain broader conversion capabilities if the developers decide that the system needs more flexibility.
While her conversion limitation remains, the broader character roadmap already gives players a clear timeline for when their favorites will arrive and how the Lunar and Hexenzirkel ecosystems will expand. Based on the current countdown, here is how many days are left until each major unit becomes playable.
For Version 6.2, the spotlight shines on Durin and Jahoda.
There are 15 days left until Durin and Jahoda become playable. Durin anchors the Hexenzirkel resonance side, bringing corrupted ley line energy, alchemical resonance and strong synergy with future characters like Varka. Jahoda adds another dimension to this patch, supporting Durin’s teams and enriching the Hexenzirkel environment with additional utility and narrative presence. For players who enjoy dark alchemy, structured resonance mechanics and experimental team setups, 6.2 marks the true beginning of Hexenzirkel focused gameplay.
In Version 6.3, the roster expands into the Lunar side with Columbina and White Horse Adeptus Zibai.
There are 57 days left until Columbina and White Horse become playable. Columbina, as a 5 star Hydro Catalyst, is expected to be the premier Lunar reaction support and sub DPS, particularly for Lunar Bloom and Lunar Crystallize teams once the right partners are assembled. White Horse, known as Zibai, is a 5 star Geo Sword DPS with DEF scaling multipliers and a strong connection to Lunar Crystallize. Together they lay the foundations for a dedicated Lunar combat ecosystem. Columbina drives reaction amplification and domain control. Zibai converts defense investment into damage and takes advantage of new artifact sets that boost Lunar damage and Geo performance. Even if Columbina cannot convert reactions by herself yet, her presence will still define how optimal Lunar teams are built around Hydro plus Geo.
Looking ahead to Version 6.4, the focus shifts back to Hexenzirkel with Varka.
There are 99 days left until Varka becomes playable. As a 5 star Anemo Claymore and a core Hexenzirkel resonance unit, Varka joins Durin to create the martial and alchemical backbone of that faction. Early information suggests that Varka will offer internal Anemo buffs, resistance reduction alternatives and resonance effects that reduce the need for Faruzan in Anemo centric teams. Hexenzirkel resonance teams will likely become a dominant endgame archetype combining Durin’s forbidden alchemy with Varka’s knightly prowess.
Much further on the horizon lie two central lore figures. Nicole and Sandrone.
There are 183 days left until Nicole becomes playable in Version 6.6. Nicole is expected to be Geo aligned, with strong ties to cosmic lore and advanced geo or crystallize mechanics. Her synergy with Sandrone has already been highlighted in early STC style notes, framing them as a pair who combine structural defense, crystallize value and technological or construct based offense.
There are 225 days left until Sandrone arrives in Version 6.7. Sandrone’s design is likely to focus on machinery, puppets or drones, making her a unique presence in combat. When paired with Nicole, she may benefit from enhanced stability, crystallize shields or elevation like buffs that keep her mechanical creations active and protected.
Taken together, this countdown roadmap outlines the gradual construction of three intertwined pillars.
Hexenzirkel resonance with Durin and Varka.
Lunar reaction centric teams with Columbina, Zibai and supporting Lunar units.
Geo and technology oriented gameplay with Nicole and Sandrone.
Throughout this timeline, Columbina’s current limitation remains a key design choice. She cannot yet convert Electro Charged, Bloom or Crystallize into their Lunar variants on her own, which reinforces the idea that Lunar systems will depend on synergistic lineups rather than single character solutions. If beta changes grant her conversion abilities later, her importance will only grow. Until then, players can use this schedule to plan their wishes, resources and team concepts around the exact number of days remaining until each favorite finally becomes playable.
