HoYoverse has launched Unity: The Realm of People, the third phase of the Lantern Rite storyline in Genshin Impact, giving players a new chapter of narrative content as part of the ongoing A Lanternlit Ode to the Silver Moon event. This phase invites Travelers to continue their journey through the Lantern Rite celebration, complete emotional quests, and ultimately unlock the event’s Afterword, adding closure to the festival’s layered story arc.
The Lantern Rite is one of the most cherished seasonal events in the game, rooted in Liyue’s cultural traditions and inspired by the real world’s Lantern Festival, where lanterns symbolize remembrance, hope, and guiding lost souls home. In Genshin Impact, it is celebrated under a full moon with fireworks, festive decorations, and quests that blend rich storytelling with atmosphere.
In Phase III: The Realm of People, players explore the emotional and narrative heart of the lantern celebration. The storyline begins with the Traveler heading to Mt. Aocang, and then to Mt. Qingce, where important dialogues and cutscenes unfold. Later, the quest requires visiting the Wanmin Restaurant for a significant meal sequence, followed by additional interactions that deepen the event’s focus on unity, memory, and personal connection.
This phase continues the event’s tradition of blending environmental storytelling with character driven moments. Liyue Harbor and surrounding areas are adorned with lanterns, setting a warm and festive tone that underscores the theme of coming together under the full moon. Players interact with familiar NPCs and explore emotionally charged scenes that reflect the festival’s reverence for heritage and shared human experience.
One of the most important outcomes of completing The Realm of People questline is unlocking the Afterword, an epilogue that offers deeper reflection on the Lantern Rite’s overarching themes. This concluding segment wraps up narrative threads from earlier phases and gives players a satisfying sense of closure before the event concludes.
The community has been active in discussing the Lantern Rite lineup, with players on forums sharing impressions and excitement over how Phase III ties together the event’s earlier narrative beats. Fans have expressed appreciation for how the Lantern Rite quests weave in lore, character moments, and atmospheric design to create a memorable festival experience within the Genshin Impact universe.
Overall, Unity: The Realm of People enriches the Lantern Rite festival by offering both engaging gameplay and emotional storytelling that celebrates Liyue’s traditions. As Travelers complete this final phase and unlock the Afterword, they gain a deeper appreciation for the visual beauty and narrative depth that define one of Genshin Impact’s most beloved yearly events.
