Honkai: Star Rail version 3.2 launches on April 9 bringing in two new characters, anniversary plans, and more

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In their latest broadcast, HoYoverse unveiled that the update for Honkai: Star Rail, titled “Through the Petals in the Land of Repose,” is set to release globally on April 9, simultaneously on PC, PS5, iOS, and Android devices.

In the latest update, version 3.2 of Honkai: Star Rail, we are introduced to two brand-new 5-star characters – Castorice and Anaxa, as well as additional content featuring Amphoreus. This update also prepares us for the exciting Honkai: Star Rail Two Year Anniversary celebration. HoYoverse has also announced that there will be a re-run of Fugue, Jiaoqiu, and Acheron within the first half of patch 3.2. For more details on this update, you can watch the Honkai Star Rail Patch 3.2 trailer, read HoYoverse’s full press release, and check out gameplay screenshots provided below.

Honkai: Star Rail version 3.2 update trailer

HoYoverse, a worldwide leader in interactive entertainment, revealed today that the Version 3.2 update for Honkai: Star Rail titled “Through the Petals in the Land of Repose” is set to release on April 9th. In this new version, players will encounter survival trials and political machinations as they embark on their Flame-Chase Journey. The introduction of two new 5-star characters, Castorice (Remembrance) and Anaxa (Erudition), promises an even more captivating and intriguing adventure to solve the mysteries surrounding Amphoreus.

To mark the approaching Two-Year Anniversary of Honkai: Star Rail, players will find themselves immersed in a variety of special events and perks starting from Version 3.2. Beginning with the “Festive Gifts” event, an anniversary-unique celebration, granting 20 complimentary pulls each day through daily logins. On April 26, the actual anniversary day, players will be presented with a special in-game card from a companion as a keepsake and receive 1,600 Stellar Jades as a gift. Furthermore, players can pick one free top-tier character, either Ruan Mei or Luocha, to add to their roster.

In the absence of Thanatos, the Death Titan, and the sudden downfall of Oronyx, the adventurers known as Trailblazers will embark on a journey with Castorice, the Chrysos Heir, towards the submerged city-state of Styxia – a desolate place in the Sea of Souls, filled with colossal dragon bones and restless spirits. An old lantern will lead them, helping them piece together the ancient history of the Titans and the draconic disaster through fragments of stories told by ghostly inhabitants. However, their exploration becomes hazardous when they encounter Pollux, a leviathan sleeping in the River of Souls. This enemy can alter players’ health points, so they must carefully watch their vitality during battles. One wrong move could lead to disaster.

Inside as well as outside, the heroes encounter conflicts. The Elders’ Council in Okhema intends to halt the Flame-Chase Journey by voting on it, but things become more intricate when the undead scholar Anaxa, fueled by Cerces’ Coreflame, gets involved. His clandestine dealings with the Council of Elders suggest a secret pact that adds darkness to the situation. As Styxia’s mysteries intertwine with Okhema’s political schemes, the Trailblazer’s voyage becomes increasingly perilous, with their mission and the Flame-Chase Journey encountering even more obstacles.

In the course of their adventure, players will face increasingly difficult hurdles within the Flame-Chase Journey. The latest update introduces two powerful 5-star characters, Castorice (Remembrance) and Anaxa (Erudition), who will become valuable allies for the Trailblazers. Notably, Castorice, a cursed daughter of the River of Souls, is particularly popular due to her heartrending past. Born under the Touch of Death as a Chrysos Heir in search of the lost Coreflame of Death, she commands the Netherwing, an ethereal dragon spawned from millennia of memories and divine power. This dragon emerges when Castorice unleashes her ultimate move, consuming its own HP to incinerate all enemies with dragonfire. While active, the Netherwing aligns with Castorice to launch devastating combined attacks. Whenever allies lose health, it converts into health for the Netherwing, boosting this character and Castorice’s damage even more. Moreover, when the situation is dire, it protects the party by drawing enemies’ attention, then explodes in a self-destructive blaze upon departing the battlefield, dealing extra damage while healing allies.

In addition to its distinctive abilities, Castorice has a special survival mechanism: If an ally is dealt a fatal blow during combat, they don’t instantly perish but instead enter a critical state. For a brief period after that, meeting certain conditions can bring them back to life and return them to the fight. Incredibly, this revival ability works even when Castorice isn’t part of the team.

Looking forward to it, the esteemed five-star character Anaxa is set to join players’ squads! A prominent figure known as one of the Seven Sages of the Epiphany Grove and the founder of Nousporism, Anaxa experienced a life-altering event with the mysterious black tide that took many cherished items from him. This experience profoundly changed his perspective on souls and the nature of reality, fueling his passion for scholarship even more. In battle, Anaxa’s strikes have a chance to weaken opponents. As weakness stacks accumulate on an enemy, he can activate Qualitative Revelation, a special state that boosts his damage and enables him to launch a subsequent Skill Attack without spending any Skill Points. His ultimate move causes Sublimation, instantly applying seven weaknesses to all enemies at once.

In the initial phase of Version 3.2, a new Warp event is set to premiere, showcasing repeated appearances of the rare 5-star characters Fugue, Jiaoqiu, and Acheron. Following this, the 5-star character “Dr. Ratio” will make a comeback in the second half. These experienced allies will significantly boost players’ journeys with their strategic versatility, proving valuable both in exploration and combat. Furthermore, during the live stream preview, the development team hinted at addressing player requests regarding character improvements in future versions. Specifically, Silver Wolf, Blade, Kafka, and Jingliu are set to receive balance adjustments in Version 3.4. The details of these modifications will be unveiled in upcoming updates, so keep an eye out for more news!

During their exciting journeys, the Trailblazers can also enjoy a fun and wacky mini-game called Seal Slammers (originally known as “So Dang Fun Seal Bumping Duel Challenge”). Here, players engage in playful collisions with their Chrysos Heir comrades, all involving adorable seals. This unique event is supported solely by Aglaea and lasts longer than usual, allowing players to immerse themselves further in the joyous chaos it brings.

To mark the second anniversary of Honkai: Star Rail, we’re planning a sequence of unique events that will provide players with an exciting assortment of activities. In the Star Rail WORLD event, adventurers will work alongside familiar faces to coordinate a cosmic-wide gala. Players are tasked with using smart management skills to accumulate funds, upgrade the venue, and enlist helpful allies for assistance. As resources multiply, fresh booths and Assistants will become accessible, making the celebration even more spectacular.

Hey there, fellow gamer! I’ve got some thrilling news for us Star Rail enthusiasts. Three years from now, on May 1st-3rd, 2025, we’re going to unite at the SPD Bank Oriental Sports Center for an epic Honkai: Star Rail Concert! This event will have live performances that you won’t want to miss.

But There’ll be a global livestream on May 3rd, so players worldwide can tune in and join this audiovisual extravaganza.

And get this – there will also be “Star Rail LIVE 2025 Special Screenings” happening in cities across the globe throughout May! Attendees will have a chance to score exclusive merchandise, participate in themed interactive activities, and immerse themselves fully in the experience.

To top it all off, regional collaborations and offline events will take place in select areas to celebrate two years of cosmic adventures. It’s our way of thanking you for your incredible support!

Want more details about this anniversary event? Head over to this site for all the latest updates. Let’s make these next two years unforgettable, together!















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2025-03-28 16:26