Honkai: Star Rail v3.1 Leak: Free 4-Star Character Selector Revealed

Summary

• A leak suggests that Honkai: Star Rail Version 3.1 will include a free 4-star character selector featuring four units: Qingque, Pela, Serval, or Asta.
• This selector is expected to be part of a limited-time event.
• The game has been focusing more on releasing 5-star characters, resulting in fewer new 4-star units.

A recent leak has surfaced about Honkai: Star Rail's upcoming Version 3.1, revealing an exciting feature: a free 4-star character selector. This event, expected to be time-limited, will allow players to choose from four characters: Qingque, Pela, Serval, or Asta. As Honkai: Star Rail gears up for its 3.0 cycle, fans can anticipate new gameplay features and characters.

Currently, Honkai: Star Rail boasts 23 4-star characters. While not all are top-tier in the meta, some like the recently released Moze and Gallagher have gained popularity for their versatility. However, to maximize their potential, these 4-star units often require higher Eidolon levels. Previous updates, such as Versions 2.1 and 2.7, have included similar character selectors, making it easier for players to enhance their 4-star units. The new leak suggests that this trend will continue in Version 3.1.

The leak, shared by the well-known community leaker HomDGCat, indicates that the free 4-star character selector will be part of a limited-time event, akin to those in past patches. The characters available in the selector—Qingque, Pela, Serval, and Asta—all debuted during the game's 1.0 cycle. Notably, Asta is given to players early in the game for free. Recent rumors have suggested that all upcoming characters might be 5-stars, hinting that Amphoreus may not introduce new 4-star units soon.

Here's a quick look at the characters included in the selector:

• Qingque: Quantum, Erudition
• Pela: Ice, Nihility
• Serval: Lightning, Erudition
• Asta: Fire, Harmony

While Pela and Asta have remained solid support options, Qingque and Serval have been outshined by newer DPS characters. All these units are also available for purchase in the in-game store. Since the Penacony update, Honkai: Star Rail has leaned towards releasing more 5-star characters, with nearly 40 in the game compared to the 4-star roster. Eight more 5-star characters are expected with the Amphoreus update, and a rumored crossover with Fate/Stay Night may add two more.

During the 2.0 cycle, only four new 4-star characters were introduced, including an alternate form of March 7th. If the leaks hold true, future 4-star character selectors might struggle to offer new units. Nonetheless, players should be excited for the upcoming Version 3.0, which will introduce The Herta and Aglaea. To prepare for these updates, Honkai: Star Rail has recently released new redeem codes for free Stellar Jades and materials, helping players to stock up on pulls.