I found myself staring at the banner timer at 3 a.m., heart halfway between thrill and dread. The trailer dropped, chat exploded, and everyone typed the same three letters: V-A-R. You know the feeling—one pull can rewrite your roster or haunt you for months.
I write these guides because I pull for a living and I hate watching good Primogems go to waste. Below I’ll walk you through which faces to chase in Luna V, how they stack up in real teams, and the one rerun that might steal the show from the new arrival.
I saw a streamer hold her breath the moment the splash art changed — Are There Any New Genshin Characters in Luna V?
Yes. The only new face debuting in Luna V is Varka: a 5-star Anemo claymore wielder, styled as the Grand Master and Knight of Boreus of the Knights of Favonius. Alongside Varka, three heavy-hitters are rerunning, making this banner dangerous for anyone who chases novelty over value. I’ll lay out why a rerun might be a better call for many players.
A dozen Discord threads lit up overnight — Genshin Impact Characters Ranked for Luna V: Who Should You Pull First?
Short version: not every shiny banner requires a pull. Here’s how I rank the banner cast for practical power, team fit, and long-term value. I order them by who will move your damage needle the most and who will cause the least buyer’s remorse.
Who is the highest priority DPS in Luna V?
Flins. If you don’t own Flins, this is the clearest single pull of the banner. He’s the strongest DPS on offer here, especially for electro teams that want consistent, high spike damage. Flins plays like a lighthouse in a storm—he makes other team members read the same map and follow the light. Note: to squeeze every ounce of output you’ll want supportive pieces like Ineffa or Columbina in your roster.
Should I pull for Varka or wait for a rerun?
Varka is the banner’s marquee “new” character, but he’s second on my list. He’s a solid Anemo claymore DPS who scales well with his signature weapon—without it his kit feels muted. Varka sits like a pressure cooker, primed for a burst if you pair him with his weapon and the right supports. If you already own the gear and team pieces that pair with him, pull. If not, consider prioritizing the reruns that will likely do more immediate work for your roster.
Is Skirk worth pulling without Escoffier?
If you’re short on cryo supports, yes—but usually not yet. Skirk is a terrifying Freeze DPS who chews through content, but her ceiling assumes an Escoffier anchor. Escoffier is the support that makes Freeze and certain Melt comps sing; without her, Skirk’s kit lacks a consistent path to peak numbers. If you own Escoffier, Skirk moves up several ranks. If you don’t, Escoffier should be your priority over Skirk.
Flins — Highest Priority DPS
Real-world observation: I watched a Nightcore stream where every member queued Flins into boss practice. Why it matters: Flins is the most immediate damage upgrade for a lot of teams. He scales cleanly with common artifacts and strong Electro supports, and his kit fits a wide range of compositions. If you want a single pull with the highest expected return for actual content (Spiral Abyss, bossing), Flins is the call.
Varka — Highlight of Luna V
Real-world observation: dozens of YouTube creators paused the Varka reveal to discuss weapon synergies. Varka is the new arrival many are hyped for, but his peak depends on having his signature weapon and the right group of supports. He’s excellent when properly built, and he offers flavor and novelty—but the raw DPS ceiling isn’t above Flins. If you chase aesthetics or kit novelty, he’s worth a pull; if you chase power-per-Primogem, consider the reruns first.
Escoffier — Strong Cryo Support
Real-world observation: a Freeze discord channel filled with “finally” messages after Escoffier’s reveal. Escoffier reintroduced Freeze as a reliable strategy and props Melt comps too. She’s the kind of support that reshapes what your existing characters can do—especially Skirk. If your roster lacks a modern Cryo support, Escoffier moves to the top of your must-pull list.
Skirk — Freeze Queen
Real-world observation: I tested a Skirk comp against Abyss floors and watched HP bars vanish. She’s currently the only Freeze DPS that clears content consistently and is easy to play, but she’s heavily reliant on Escoffier for team synergy. If you already have Escoffier, Skirk is one of the strongest damage plays here; if not, she’s a lower priority unless you love the playstyle.
Final pointers: check your roster for missing supports first, ask whether a new kit fits existing weapons, and don’t faint at the lure of novelty alone. I’ll be watching official Hoyoverse channels and YouTube breakdowns for patch notes and balance shifts—so if you want a second opinion on a test pull, send me your roll video. Which banner are you actually pulling first, and why?