Version Luna 1 of Genshin Impact introduced Nod-Krai, a system packed with new mechanics, buffs, and artifact sets that completely change how you’ll play and farm moving forward. For players focused on long-term progression, understanding these updates is key.
From adjustments to elemental reactions to new artifact grinding strategies, here are five Nod-Krai upgrades that will impact your account for months to come. Also check out LUNA 1 Stygian Onslaught Guide.
1. Bloom Reaction Self-Damage Nerf
One of the most impactful hidden changes in Luna 1 is the Bloom reaction adjustment. Before this patch, Bloom and Burgeon dealt 5% self-damage to your characters, which often punished high-level builds. Now, it has been reduced to 2%, making Bloom teams far more sustainable.
This means you can safely run full Elemental Mastery (EM) builds on Bloom activators like Barbara, Kokomi, or Llama without worrying about killing yourself faster than the enemies. Healers can easily keep up with the reduced recoil, opening the door for more aggressive Bloom-focused playstyles.
2. The Moon Sign System
Nod-Krai introduced a completely new mechanic: Moon Sign Levels.
- One Moon Sign character grants Nascent Gleam.
- Two Moon Sign characters grant both Nascent and Ascendant Gleam.
These buffs interact with artifacts, weapons, and even non-Moon Sign characters, who can boost Lunar damage based on their stats. For example:
- Hydro units scale off HP (up to 60k).
- Pyro, Cryo, and Electro scale off ATK (up to 4,000).
- Geo scales off DEF (up to 3,600).
- Dendro/Anemo scale off EM (up to 1,600).
This system rewards creative team building and incentivizes running two Nod-Krai characters in one squad for maximum synergy.
3. Lunar-Type Damage Explained
Lunar Damage is the foundation of Nod-Krai’s new combat mechanics. Currently, we have:
- Lunar Charged – tied to characters like Anfa, with both reaction-based and direct-damage versions.
- Lunar Bloom – tied to Llama, similar to transformative reactions but scaled by EM.
Unlike traditional reactions, Lunar Damage ignores DEF multipliers and does not scale with elemental goblets or standard damage bonuses. Instead, it thrives on Elemental Mastery buffs, making it unique compared to other damage types.
4. New Nod-Krai Artifact Sets
Two artifact sets define the Nod-Krai grind:
- Silken Moon Serenade (Support Set): 2-piece: +20% Energy Recharge. 4-piece: Grants 60–120 EM (depending on Gleam level) and 10% Lunar Damage.
- Night of the Skies Unveiling (DPS Set): 2-piece: +80 EM. 4-piece: Grants 15–30% Crit Rate (based on Gleam) and 10% Lunar Damage.
Equipping both sets on different characters provides up to 20% extra Lunar Damage. These sets are extremely powerful but only shine if your team includes Moon Sign characters, making team composition crucial.
5. Smarter Artifact Hoarding
Artifact farming is now even more important. With Nod-Krai, double crit substats, crit + ER combos, and high EM pieces are more valuable than ever. Players should:
- Prioritize Crit Rate Circlets for balance.
- Save Energy Recharge Timepieces for support roles.
- Hoard unusual pieces (like DEF % with double crit) in case future units scale differently.
Even older sets like Instructor’s remain useful for Lunar reaction comps, so don’t overlook them. In the long run, artifact flexibility will decide whether your account can fully utilize Nod-Krai’s upgrades.
The Nod-Krai system reshapes combat, farming, and team building in Genshin Impact. The reduced Bloom self-damage, the powerful Moon Sign buffs, and the specialized artifact sets all work together to create fresh strategies for both casual and endgame players. If you’re planning your next months of farming, the key takeaways are simple:
- Invest in Elemental Mastery.
- Build teams with at least two Moon Sign characters.
- Start grinding the new artifact sets as soon as possible.
With these upgrades, your account will be ready to tackle future challenges in Teyvat—and beyond.