Arknights Banners: Upcoming and past
In the world of Arknights, banners (often called “headhunting” or “gacha” banners) are a central mechanic driving how you obtain new Operators. Whether you’re planning your Orundum or just want to keep track of what’s been released, it’s essential to stay current on upcoming and past banners.
What Are Arknights Banners?
Arknights banners (commonly called “headhunts”) are limited or rotating pulls in which certain Operators are rate‑up — meaning they have higher chances to appear. Banners are categorized into types such as Standard Pool, Limited, Special, Joint Operation, The Front That Was (TFTW), and Kernel / Kernel Locating banners.
Operators introduced in non‑limited banners usually become part of the standard pool for future banners, with exceptions for truly limited ones.
Below are tables summarizing upcoming banners (as currently known) and a selection of past banners for reference.
Upcoming Banners (2025 & Beyond)
These banners are either datamined, based on CN server schedule, or hinted by official sources. Dates may shift in Global.
| Approx. Period | Banner Type & Title | Rate‑Up Operators / Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| 2025/09/30 – 2025/10/14 | Headhunting / Standard or Limited | TBD in Global; following CN’s schedule |
| Late 2025 (Projected) | Limited Banner – Exusiai The New Covenant & Lemuen | New limited characters; must‑grab for collectors |
| Late 2025 | Standard / New Operator banner – Tragodia | New support / caster role operators |
Note: The July limited banner featuring Yu & Blaze the Igniting Spark is among the more confident leaks for 2025’s midyear plan.
Because Global releases often lag behind CN, “upcoming” banners in Global may already have occurred in CN. Always check official announcements.
Past Banners – Selected Highlights
Here are some significant banners already released, useful as reference for patterns and content.
| Timeframe / Date | Banner Name / Type | Notable Operators, Rate‑Ups, or Reruns |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 (various) | Many former standard & limited banners | See full former list on Arknights Fandom |
| May 23 – June 6, 2025 | Standard Banner | A debut of Reed the Flame Shadow was predicted to align with this period |
| June 6 – June 20, 2025 | Standard Banner | Known schedule from player leaks and community predictions |
| Reruns & repeating events | Various | Many popular Operators see reruns in Standard or Special banners |
For a complete historical record, the Headhunting / Former banners section on Arknights Wiki or Terra Wiki is an excellent resource.
Tips for Banner Strategy & Tracking
- Watch Global announcements: Though CN timelines hint at upcoming content, Global’s banner release order or timing can vary.
- Follow datamining and community sources: Fan wikis and leak aggregators often publish upcoming banner schedules.
- Track banner types: Knowing whether a banner is limited, standard, or special can affect pull strategy.
- Use tables like above: Maintain an updated table on your site so users can easily compare upcoming vs past banners.
