Honkai: Star Rail Leak Teases New Character in Version 2.6

Key Takeaways

  • A new Honkai: Star Rail leak hints at the debut of Polka Kakamond, a notorious Genius Society member, in Version 2.6.
  • Polka Kakamond, known as the “Lord of Silence,” is suggested to have killed multiple other Genius Society members through Star Rail’s in-game lore./
  • Polka’s appearance in the Simulated Universe suggests a major update may be on the way for the roguelike game mode.

As an ardent gamer with years of Honkai: Star Rail under my belt, the latest leak about Polka Kakamond’s debut has sent ripples of excitement coursing through me! I remember fondly how Herta, our trusty Member #83, guided us in the early days of our journey. Now, it seems we’re about to meet another enigmatic figure from the Genius Society – the infamous Polka Kakamond, the “Lord of Silence.


A fresh leak about Honkai: Star Rail suggests that a character long whispered about will make their debut with the Version 2.6 update. In addition to the nearly 60 playable characters in Honkai: Star Rail, the sci-fi RPG from HoYoverse has hinted at numerous significant figures within its universe. Previous characters and game lore have provided clues about organizations like the Genius Society, Masked Fools, and the Intelligentsia Guild. Now, it seems that a new member of one of the game’s key groups is poised to make their initial appearance.

In the storyline of Honkai: Star Rail, players encounter the Genius Society fairly early on, with the initial player character playing a significant part in the game’s beginning. Herta, who is Member #83 within the society, oversees the Herta Space Station and assists the crew of the Astral Express. Fans have since been introduced to several other members, such as Ruan Mei (introduced in Version 1.6) and Screwllum (widely speculated to be playable). Another member of the Genius Society is soon set to make their debut in Star Rail.

Honkai: Star Rail Leak Teases Polka Kakamond’s First In-Game Appearance

According to well-known HoYoverse leaker Sakura Haven, there are hints pointing towards a new Genius Society character making an entrance during update 2.6. The leak implies that the upcoming update to the Simulated Universe will introduce the first in-game appearance of notorious Genius Society member Polka Kakamond. While the leak doesn’t provide specific details about Polka’s role, it suggests that a significant update may be coming soon for the widely played game mode Star Rail. It is anticipated that update 2.6 will launch in October.

Although Polka Kakamond hasn’t made an official debut in Honkai: Star Rail yet, this member of the Genius Society is already well-known among fans. In her description of fellow Genius Society characters, Herta labels Polka as the “Lord of Silence.” This title suggests that Polka has killed several other members of the Genius Society. A leak also supports theories about Polka’s survival, proposed by Herta, hinting that Polka could still be alive despite their prolonged absence.

The anticipated arrival of Polka Kakamond in the game Honkhoi: Star Rail is expected to mark the long-awaited debut of one of the game’s most enigmatic characters, who has been the subject of much speculation among players. HoYoverse has dropped numerous hints about some significant new characters that are set to join the game, including Elio, the leader of the Stellaron Hunters, and a host of Aeons from the RPG. Furthermore, there have been whispers about the comeback of past characters in revamped forms, with rumors pointing towards Tingyun potentially getting a new playable iteration soon. It seems that Honkhoi: Star Rail is preparing to unveil one of its most elusive personalities at long last.

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2024-09-08 20:05