HoYoverse has confirmed the launch schedule for Illuga, a new four-star Geo character, as part of the second half of the Genshin Impact Luna IV update. Players can expect Illuga to appear on Phase II character banners from 3 February 2026, with availability varying by server time.
Genshin Impact Illuga release date and times
Illuga will be available to pull from 3 February 2026 at 18:00 server time. The Phase II banners, which include Illuga alongside two 5-star units, will remain live until 24 February 2026. Release times by server are listed as follows: Asia (UTC+8) at 18:00, Europe (UTC+1) at 18:00, and America (UTC-5) at 18:00. Players should convert these server times to their local time zone to plan their wishes.
The announcement makes clear that Illuga is a four-star Geo claymore user and an adoptive son of the Starshyna of the Lightkeepers. He is affiliated with the Lightkeepers faction in the Nod-Krai region. HoYoverse has stated that Illuga will appear on both the Zibai and Neuvillette banners during Phase II, giving players multiple banners on which they can obtain him.
Banner composition and who appears with Illuga
Phase II character banners in Luna IV will spotlight two five-star units alongside the new four-star. The confirmed five-star characters are Zibai, a Geo sword user, and Neuvillette, a Hydro catalyst user. Illuga will be included on both of these banners, increasing the chances for players to encounter him whether they aim for Zibai or Neuvillette.
HoYoverse also indicated that two additional four-star units will appear on these banners, though details about those characters will be revealed shortly before the Phase II banners go live. Players seeking to complete sets or gather specific builds are advised to watch official channels for the full lineup and any accompanying promotional details.
Timing, availability and player preparation
Because the banners go live at 18:00 server time, players on the Asia server will see Illuga available first, followed by Europe and then the America region, accounting for standard server rollouts. The Phase II banners remain available until 24 February 2026, giving players a three-week window to pull.
Collectors and free-to-play players should note the double-banner placement, which can influence pity progression and banner-targeting strategies. Those planning targeted pulls may wish to calculate whether to pursue Illuga directly, or to wait for potential future reruns that could offer a cleaner pity path.
HoYoverse typically shares further patch notes and livestream summaries ahead of major banner changes, so interested players should check the official Genshin Impact channels for any last-minute adjustments or clarifications regarding banner rates and character kits.
In short, Illuga arrives in the Luna IV Phase II banners on 3 February 2026 at 18:00 server time, joins Zibai and Neuvillette on their respective banners, and will be available until 24 February 2026. Convert the listed server times to your local time and follow official HoYoverse updates for the final details on the remaining four-star additions.
Key Takeaways:
- Genshin Impact Illuga release date set for 3 February 2026, appearing on Phase II banners in Luna IV.
- Illuga is a 4-star Geo claymore character featured on both Zibai and Neuvillette banners until 24 February 2026.
- Banner release times differ by server: Asia (UTC+8), Europe (UTC+1), America (UTC-5), all at 18:00 local server time.
