"Honkai: Star Rail Version 3.1 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 event, offering a choice between four units.
• The event will feature Qingque, Pela, Serval, or Asta, all of which were introduced during the game's 1.0 cycle.
• The game has been focusing more on releasing 5-star characters, which may indicate fewer new 4-star units in the future.

A recent leak has surfaced about Honkai: Star Rail's upcoming Version 3.1, revealing an exciting addition: a free 4-star character selector event. As the game gears up for its 3.0 cycle, which promises new gameplay features and characters, this leak has sparked interest among the player base.

Currently, Honkai: Star Rail boasts 23 4-star characters. While not all of them are top-tier in the meta, certain units like the recently released Moze and Gallagher have gained popularity due to their versatility. However, to maximize their potential, these 4-star characters 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. Now, according to the leak, Version 3.1 will bring back this event, allowing players to choose from Qingque, Pela, Serval, or Asta.

The leak, shared by the well-known community leaker HomDGCat, indicates that this selector will be part of a limited-time event, much like those in past patches. All the characters available in the selector were introduced during the game's 1.0 cycle, with Asta being a character players receive early in the game for free. Recent rumors suggest that all upcoming characters might be 5-stars, which could mean that Amphoreus, the game's developer, may not be planning to release new 4-star units anytime soon.

Honkai: Star Rail Leak Teases New 4-Star Character Selector in Version 3.1

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

While Pela and Asta have maintained their utility as decent support characters, Qingque and Serval have been outshined by newer DPS options. It's worth noting that all these characters are available for purchase in the in-game store. Since the introduction of Penacony, players have observed a trend where Honkai: Star Rail has been releasing more 5-star characters than 4-stars. With nearly 40 five-star characters already in the game, and eight more expected with the Amphoreus update, along with a rumored crossover with Fate/Stay Night adding two more, the gap between 5-star and 4-star units is significant.

During the 2.0 cycle, only four new 4-star characters were introduced, including an alternate form of March 7th. It remains to be seen if Amphoreus will continue this trend, but if the leaks are accurate, future 4-star character selectors might struggle to offer new units. Nevertheless, players have much to look forward to in the upcoming Version 3.0, which will introduce the highly anticipated The Herta and Aglaea. To prepare for these new additions, Honkai: Star Rail has recently released new redeem codes for free Stellar Jades and materials, helping players stock up on pulls.