Wow, where to even start with this? So, today was the big splashy reveal for Honkai: Star Rail’s version 3.4, right? Look, I don’t usually pencil these events into my calendar, but this game kinda reels me in every time. Like clockwork, they dropped new characters—surprise, surprise!
But let’s jump to the juicy tidbit, shall we? It’s the Fate/stay night crossover everyone’s been buzzing about since, oh, last August? Yeah, back when we were all trying to figure out if pumpkin spice anything actually belongs in coffee. Anyway—focus—this collab has been simmering on the back burner for ages, and now here we are, finally at the brink.
So, new characters! Version 3.4 throws a party with favorites from the Fate series: Saber and Archer. Yep, they’re joining the fray. Saber’s swooping in with wind and destruction vibes, tossing in her hat—or whatever she wears—into the gacha ring. And Archer? He’s just dropping by for a free hi-hello if you log in. They’re sticking around longer than your awkward cousin at Thanksgiving, at least until November-ish.
Oh, and don’t forget Phainon! This guy, a big-deal NPC from the Amphoreus days, is finally playable. Like, it’s about time, right? He’s packing a Physical/Destruction kit which sounds like a lot, but somehow fits.
And, let’s not gloss over this whole banner rerun fiesta! Six whole reruns! Characters like Tribbie (still giggling at that name), Sunday, and Sparkle are making cameos again. It’s basically a reunion tour, minus the awkward small talk with ex-bandmates.
The Stellarons are getting a facelift too, with new battle mechanics and spiffy Eidolon effects. Shoutout to Kafka, Silver Wolf, and Blade for the upgrades, and hey, Firefly’s getting a new outfit—you know, because clothes are… important? Jingliu’s got a kit revamp too, and maybe she’s joining this morally ambiguous band of misfits. Could be kinda wild!
Mark your calendar’s people: July 2nd, that’s D-Day for update 3.4. Phase two hits July 23rd—whoopee! So, grab your popcorn—or whatever you munch on—and catch the whole livestream madness if you dare.
And a quick nod to version 3.3 from May. It brought Hyacine into the fold and dragged The Herta back for a nostalgic spin. New kid on the block, Cipher, turned heads too. And yeah, voice actor swap drama anyone? SAG-AFTRA’s been shaking things up for the Trailblazers and a couple of main folks like Dan Heng and Himeko. Stay tuned, who knows what’s next in this wild ride.
