Pricey Trailblazers, greetings from the Honkai: Star Rail growth group. It’s been some time, we’ve actually missed you. In the present day, we deliver you the most recent information from Version 3.4, “For the Solar is Set to Die,” arriving formally on July 2. Because the trailblazing expedition reaches its dramatic peak in Amphoreus, the Chrysos Heirs are pouring their final energy into securing one closing, valuable second — so that you just, the Trailblazer, and Phainon could ship the final Coreflame to the Vortex of Genesis. Now, the trail forward has been revealed. Just one closing step stays earlier than Period Nova.
Let’s decide up the place we left off — the fog shrouding Amphoreus’s skies progressively clears, revealing a merciless fact: this world is much extra complicated than it appears. As unveiled on the finish of Version 3.3, the basis of Amphoreus’s tragedy lies in an “Emperor’s Scepter” enduring to the current. Nonetheless, the occasions that observe have transcended Amphoreus’s borders. The waves of “Period Nova” could sweep throughout the cosmic shores, and amidst this torrent, each selection the Trailblazer makes might decide the destiny of your entire universe.
A brand new ally ignites the Galactic Path
Within the upcoming foremost storyline, the long-awaited Phainon will lastly turn out to be a playable character and be a part of the Trailblazer’s group. A local of Aedes Elysiae, he was one of many first Chrysos Heirs in Amphoreus to increase a hand of goodwill to the Trailblazer. Even within the darkest hours, he stood tall to protect others from hurt. However behind his calm and delicate demeanor lies the load of numerous hopes and expectations. In Version 3.4, gamers will enterprise deep into Aedes Elysiae because the Trailblazer to uncover Phainon’s previous — how he set foot on the Flame-Chase Journey, how he rose to turn out to be a warrior, and the way these trials formed who he’s as we speak.
Throughout fight, Phainon can accumulate “Coreflames” by numerous means. As soon as he reaches a sure variety of “Coreflames,” he can unleash his Final to remodel and create a “Territory,” battling enemies in a robust new kind. His fight energy vastly will increase. Whereas remodeled, allies might be quickly Departed, however their buff results stay energetic. Upon remodeling utilizing “Coreflames,” Phainon unlocks new skills, channeling the powers of the Creation, Calamity, and Basis Titans. It’s price mentioning that when Phainon is within the group, the group’s Method Level cap will increase. His Method can immediately defeat regular enemies inside a sure vary with out triggering fight. It will make exploring the map and adventuring throughout worlds a lot simpler.
Destiny/keep evening [Unlimited Blade Works] collaboration occasion
Past Amphoreus, a rare story is about to unfold in Penacony. Not too long ago, Trailblazer acquired a mysterious letter from Previous Oti, head of the Alfalfa Household, an invite to affix a particular leisure program known as “Candy Goals and the Holy Grail Battle.” This Holy Grail Battle will happen in Penacony, the place seven invited individuals will summon historic figures as Servants to combat alongside them. Along with the Trailblazer, acquainted names like Aventurine, Mr. Boothill, and Miss Robin can even seem as contestants. On the identical time, three legendary Heroic Spirits will reply to the Holy Grail’s name: Saber, Archer, and Lancer. How will this dazzling and unpredictable “Candy Goals and the Holy Grail Battle” unfold? Who will kind a contract with whom? The Trailblazer can uncover all these mysteries firsthand. The Honkai: Star Rail × Destiny/keep evening [Unlimited Blade Works] collab particular story — Trailblaze Continuance “Candy Goals and the Holy Grail” and the occasion “Destiny/keep evening” will formally go reside on July 11. Keep tuned!
Additionally it is price noting that Saber might be becoming a member of as a playable character on this collaboration. Saber is a 5-star Wind-type character following the Path of Destruction. Her Final, “Excalibur,” offers large Wind DMG to all enemies and converts her Primary ATK into an enhanced Primary ATK that additionally targets all enemies. Throughout fight, Saber can accumulate “Core Resonance” by her Method, Primary ATKs, or when allies use their Ultimates. As soon as she accumulates sufficient, she’s going to instantly achieve an additional motion. Utilizing her Talent at this second consumes all gathered “Core Resonance,” will increase the Talent’s harm, and immediately refills the Power required for her Final.
On the identical time, Archer can even be obtainable as a playable character to help gamers in battling highly effective enemies through the Holy Grail Battle and the following cosmic adventures. Archer is a Quantum-type character following the Path of the Hunt, expert at dealing sustained single-target harm by repeated Talent use. When his Talent is activated and he enters the “Circuit Connection” state, casting the Talent won’t finish his flip. He can proceed to make use of it till all Talent Factors are depleted. With every further solid, the harm will increase accordingly. Upon utilizing his Final, Archer will recite the basic chant to activate “Limitless Blade Works,” unleashing a robust strike towards a single enemy and gaining Particular Cost. Because the battle continues, at any time when an ally assaults, Archer can eat this Cost to set off a Comply with-up ATK and restore 1 Talent Level for the group.
Ranging from July 11, as soon as the collaboration occasion begins and till the tip of Version 3.6, Trailblazers who log in will be capable of declare Archer, the restricted 5-star collaboration character, free of charge. It’s price mentioning right here that the character and Gentle Cone collab banners might be obtainable long-term after the occasion begins.
Character re-run, present characters enhancement, and system optimization
Within the first half of Version 3.4, the restricted 5-star characters Tribbie, Sunday, and Sparkle will make their return. Within the second half, Firefly, Jingliu, and Blade can even re-run. A number of fashionable present characters — Silver Wolf, Blade, Kafka, and Jingliu — will get some severe enhancements. Some Eidolons of those characters can even tweaked to raised match their revamped kits, ensuring every thing stays in sync. Notably, these 4 characters permit seamless switching between basic and enhanced modes, letting gamers select their most well-liked battle fashion. Firefly’s new outfit, “Spring Missive,” can even launch quickly.
And that’s not all. The long-awaited “skip dialogue” function, which was beforehand introduced, is lastly going reside in Version 3.4, letting gamers freely select the tempo of storytelling primarily based on their very own preferences. The much-loved minigame “Origami Fowl” will make a robust comeback, including a contact of full of life enjoyable to the replace.
That wraps up our preview for Version 3.4. We hope it’s crammed you with anticipation for the highway forward — and bear in mind, that is solely the tip of the iceberg. Much more surprises are already underway.
