It's 2026, and Kuro Game is once again lighting up the world of Solaris with the return of the beloved "By Moon's Grace" event in Wuthering Waves! After its initial run back in August 2024, I've been waiting for this festival for what feels like forever. And guess what? It's back with the same magical vibes, but with a few twists that make it even more rewarding. If you missed out on the free Xiangli Yao last time, now's your chance! But even if you already have him, the event showers you with enough Astrite and upgrade materials to make your roster shine. I've already dived in headfirst, and here's everything you need to know to make the most of it.

Let's start with the basics. "By Moon's Grace" is a limited-time event that runs from August 15 to September 28, 2026 — yep, the exact same window as the original. Classic Kuro Game move, but I'm not complaining. To even access the event, your Union Level needs to be at least 17, and you must have completed Chapter 1, Act 3 of the main story. Though the devs heavily recommend pushing through to Act 7 to avoid any story spoilers and get the full context. I was already at Union Level 60 when it dropped, so I couldn't resist jumping in immediately. The nostalgia hit hard!

🎡 What Exactly Is By Moon's Grace?

Imagine a vibrant festival filling the streets of Jinzhou with lanterns, riddles, and moonlit stalls. That's the Moonlit Fair! Your main goal is to gather funds and build up various fair stalls, each with their own mini-games and interactions. The three big ones this year are:

• Hsin's Fortuity – A fortune-telling stall that's all about luck and maybe a little bit of strategy.

• Riddle Twiddle – Brain teasers that test your trivia knowledge. Some of these are honestly tricky, but they're fun!

• Thus Says the Moon – A storytelling booth where you listen to tales and pick the right responses to influence the flow.

You'll be collecting Preparation Credits as you progress, which you spend to upgrade these stalls. That's where the real loop begins. Once your stalls are ready, you check your Festival Journal for Moments — special interactions with characters like Chixia, Sanhua, and Zhezhi. These Moments are adorable slice-of-life scenes where you hang out with your Resonators during the festival. You assign them to routes using Route Planning, and fulfilling their Wishes racks up Wish Tags. Those Wish Tags are basically your currency for the event shop, where all the juicy rewards await.

I have to admit, the Zhezhi Moment almost made me tear up. She's so sweet, and the festival setting adds this nostalgic glow. If you're like me and care about character stories, this event is a gem.

🎁 Rewards Breakdown

Alright, let's talk about the loot! The original 2024 run gave out 1,200 Astrite and a free Xiangli Yao, and I'm happy to report that the 2026 version keeps the same core rewards. But Kuro Game being Kuro Game, they've sprinkled in some extra goodies to thank us for coming back. Here's a neat table of what you can grab:

Reward	Quantity	Notes
🪨 Astrite	1,200	That's 7.5 pulls towards your next 5-star!
🌟 Xiangli Yao	1 copy	Free 5-star Resonator, absolute must-have
🧪 Premium Resonance Potion	5	Essential for leveling up skills
🔧 Premium Sealed Tube	10	Weapon upgrade materials
🎚️ Premium Tuner	8	For tweaking Echoes
💰 Shell Credit	200,000	Never enough credits tbh

On top of that, 2026 adds extra Astrite from challenge missions tied to the stalls, totaling another 400 if you clear everything. So in total, that's 1,600 Astrite — exactly a 10-pull! It's as if the devs read my mind. I've already claimed mine and I'm saving it for the next banner.

Now, let me gush about Xiangli Yao. If you didn't get him back then, you're in for a treat. He's a powerhouse Spectro DPS who just deletes mobs with his laser beams. Even if you have him at S0, the free copy from this event lets you unlock his first Sequence, which boosts his damage significantly. For free-to-play players like me, this is a massive win.

🗺️ How to Efficiently Clear the Event

I've been grinding this event for a few days, so let me share some tips to save you time.

1. Start ASAP and Prioritize Story – The event isn't gated behind daily resets like some others. You can blast through the quest chain the moment you meet the requirements. I cleared the first two phases in about three hours. Don't sleep on the side dialogues; they give extra Preparation Credits.

2. Upgrade Stalls in This Order – Based on my testing, focus on Hsin's Fortuity first because it unlocks the most Moments early. Then do Thus Says the Moon, and save Riddle Twiddle for last (it's fun but gives fewer Wish Tags per minute). You'll end up with a surplus of Credits eventually, so don't stress.

3. Companion Route Planning – When you assign characters, always pick the ones that have a "❤️" next to their name in the Journal. These are their favorite routes and grant bonus Wish Tags. For example, Chixia loves the food stalls, while Sanhua prefers the quieter spots. It's a small optimization but adds up.

4. Don't Forget the Daily Login Bonus – The event also ties into a separate login campaign that gives extra Astrite and a commemorative namecard. It's easy to miss if you're just rushing the main stalls.

5. Low Union Level? No Worries – If you're new to the game and barely hit Union Level 17, you can still complete the event! The combat trials are scaled down, and you don't need to fight anything too tough. I helped my friend who started last week, and we managed to clear it in a weekend. Just make sure you have enough time before September 28th.

💬 My Honest Thoughts

Wuthering Waves has had its ups and downs since launch, but events like By Moon's Grace show why I keep coming back. The moon festival aesthetic is just stunning — Jinzhou at night with floating lanterns? Chef's kiss. The character moments are well-written, and the rewards are generous by gacha standards. Giving away a free 5-star is still a bold move, and I respect Kuro Game for sticking with it even in 2026.

There are a few tiny gripes, though. The Riddle Twiddle stall can feel repetitive after the fifth riddle, and I wish there were more Moments with other characters like Yinlin or Calcharo. Maybe future events will expand the roster. Also, the event's late-summer timing means I'm always battling irl humidity while grinding on my phone, but that's a me problem 😅.

Overall, if you haven't logged in for a while, this is the perfect time to return. And if you're a daily player, well, free stuff is free stuff. I'll be here until September 28th, farming every last Wish Tag. See you at the Moonlit Fair!

So, what are you waiting for? Go grab your Xiangli Yao and let the moon guide your pulls!