Nod-Krai is an upcoming new region in Genshin Impact. Guide includes Nod Krai release date, factions, Song of the Welkin Moon, location, details, lore, version release and more!
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Nod-Krai - Livestream
Behind The Scenes Livestream For Nod-Krai

A special livestream for Genshin Impact's behind-the-scenes work for Nod-Krai was held on April 30, 2025 at 8 PM (UTC + 8).
New Redeem Codes
Along with the livestream announcement were Primogem Redeem Codes related to Nod-Krai's factions. See more redeem codes in the button below!
1 | FATUI ▶Redeem Code Link | - Primogems x30 |
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2 | FROSTMOONSCIONS ▶Redeem Code Link | - Primogems x30 |
3 | LIGHTKEEPERS ▶Redeem Code Link | - Primogems x30 |
4 | THEWILDHUNT ▶Redeem Code Link | - Primogems x30 |
5 | VOYNICHGUILD ▶Redeem Code Link | - Primogems x30 |
5 | NODKRAI0910 ▶Redeem Code Link | - Primogems x200 |
Nod-Krai - Release Date
September 10, 2025

The code at the end of the Nod-Krai livestream gave the date of its release! It will be the next big update after the 5.8 update, moving the Traveler from Natlan to the aforementioned new location.
Factions In Nod-Krai
The following content were taken from the Song of the Welkin Moon web event where teasers related to Nod-Krai were posted.
Fatui

The "Palestar Edict," that highest of commands, has gone out. With it, the Fatui Harbingers have been summoned back to Snezhnaya and dispatched to Nod-Krai.
They Seek To Steal The Moon's Power
The Fatui have come to Nod-Krai to steal the moon's power. This puts them at odds with the other factions that seek to protect it.
Frostmoon Scions

The descendants of the legendary golden realm, who chose to find new homes among the mountains and forests after abandoning their ancient civilization. The only thing they never forsook was their faith in the "Moon Goddess."
Worshipers Of The Moon
The Frostmoon Scions worship the moon. They take it upon themselves to protect everything that the moon offers.
Lightkeepers

The ancient organization that has long defended Nod-Krai's freedom and peace against the ceaseless incursions and Wild Hunt attacks launched by the Abyss, now severely weakened from battles past.
Protectors Of Nod-Krai From The Abyss
To directly counter the Wild Hunt, the Lightkeepers are a military force dedicated to solely protecting Nod-Krai from the Abyss' forces.
Hexenzirkel
Located at the "edge" of the world, Nod-Krai has always been the stage where conflicts and dramas unfold, one after another — how could the Hexenzirkel possibly miss out on this golden opportunity?
The Wild Hunt

The armies of the Abyss sweep across the wilderness and canyons like a storm, and if you venture close enough, you may even hear their eerie whispers. These lost, soulless monsters appear to be silently searching for something...
Army Of Spirits
With Nod-Krai being the first location to be corroded after the Khaenri'ah catastrophe, the abysmal forces in Nod-Krai are very powerful. They gather together to destroy everything in their path.
Knights Of Favonius
A small group of elite knights from the Mondstadt expeditionary force has followed their Grand Master across Snezhnaya, arriving in Nod-Krai.
Varka Will Meet The Traveler In Nod-Krai
Varka is set to welcome the Traveler as they enter Nod-Krai. He is currently in Nod-Krai investigating something that the expedition team has discovered.
Voynich Guild

The merchants of Nasha Town formed a commerce guild to maintain basic order. However, how could the outlaws that prowl between the islands be controlled by something as simple as mere rules?
Merchant Guild In Nod-Krai
The Voynich Guild are a merchant guild that engages in commerce within the area. They are based in Nasha Town,
Treasure Hunters
The Treasure Hoarders have since spread throughout the rest of Teyvat, but their origin in Nod-Krai remains a little-known fact.
Snowland Fae
The fae who once followed the first Cryo Archon, the Belyi Tsar, ruling the Northlands in their entirety. Though now shorn of their former glory, they still influence the nation in their own ways.
Adventurers' Guild
Ad astra abyssosque! The Guild's strong presence in an adventurer's paradise like Nod-Krai is only natural. A certain "important figure" from the Guild's headquarters is preparing to welcome you as a sign of respect...
Clink-Clank Krumkake Craftshop
It began as a small workshop that a certain prodigy used to research the "World's Best Krumkake Machine." But over time, after the creation of many intricate inventions, it gained a new identity as a famous machine workshop.
Nod-Krai - Details & Lore
Land Not Far From Snezhnaya

Nod-Krai is a land with a long history found not far from Snezhnaya. Mavuika points Nod-Krai to the Traveler as their next destination as not to be in direct conflict with the Fatui.
Inhabitants Have A Mysterious Power
Mavuika mentioned that the people of Nod-Krai have a mysterious power, that the even precedes the seven elements. It was confirmed in the livestream that this is the power of the moon.
Home Of A Number Of Factions
Nod-Krai is an autonomous region found at the edge of Teyvat. With this in mind, it hosts a number of factions. Some seeks to protect Nod-Krai, while others seek to take advantage of its unique power.
Current Stronghold Of The Doctor

Dottore has been found to have his stronghold in Nod-Krai. This was confirmed by Mavuika in the Chapter 5 Act 5: Incandescent Ode Of Resurrection Archon Quest
Other Harbingers May Show Up
It was said during the livestream that there are several Harbingers will also play a part in Nod-Krai's story. Who exactly among them is still unknown.
One Of Its Locations Is Nasha Town

Nasha Town is hosts the base of the merchant guild, Voynich Guild. It also where the "Curatorium of Secrets" organization can be found. They are known for taking commissions that are hard to solve or those that need to be solved quietly.
Liben Has Visited Nod-Krai

According to Liben, people across Teyvat gather in Nod-Krai to get some opportunities to get rich. Nod-Krai is also mentioned by Liben as being located in the southern part of Snezhnaya.