Honkai: Star Rail version 3.2 update ‘Through the Petals in the Land of Repose’ launches April 9

As a thrilled follower, I’m excited to share that I’ll be diving into the new update for Honkai: Star Rail on April 9! This exciting version 3.2, titled “Through the Petals in the Land of Repose,” is being rolled out by the talented developers at miHoYo. Can’t wait to explore this new adventure together with all you fellow fans!

Here is an overview of the update, via miHoYo:

As a gamer, I’m excited about this update! The Trailblazers and Chrysos Heirs are about to embark on an adventure filled with survival challenges and political intrigue as our Flame-Chase Journey unfolds. The arrival of new 5-star characters, Castorice (Remembrance) and Anaxa (Erudition), promises more excitement and allure in our quest to solve the mysteries of Amphoreus. Can’t wait to see what’s next!

In conjunction with the approaching Two-Year Anniversary of Honkai: Star Rail, the game is organizing a variety of unique events and prizes for players starting from Version 3.2. This upcoming version will introduce the “Festive Gifts” event, an anniversary-specific celebration, where players can collect 20 free pulls just by logging in daily. On April 26, which marks the anniversary date, players will receive a special in-game card from a companion as well as 1,600 Stellar Jades as a gift. Furthermore, players can select one free 5-star character among Ruan Mei or Luocha.

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 Heir of Chrysos, to the sunken city-state of Styxia – a desolate place shrouded in the Sea of Souls, filled with massive dragon skeletons and ghostly inhabitants. Using an ancient lamp for guidance, players will piece together the long-lost history of the Titans and the draconic disaster through fragmented stories shared by spectral residents. However, their journey becomes precarious when they encounter Pollux, a leviathan slumbering in the River of Souls. This enemy has the power to manipulate health points, forcing the team to closely watch their health during battles. One mistake could lead to disaster.

In addition to external threats, these adventurers encounter internal conflict as well. The Elders’ Council of Okhema seeks to prevent the Flame-Chase Voyage through a council decision, while the undead scholar Anaxa, fueled by Cerces’ Coreflame, adds complexity to the situation. His clandestine meetings with the Elders’ Council suggest a hidden alliance. As the secrets of Styxia entangle with Okhema’s political intrigue, the Trailblazers’ journey becomes increasingly perilous, with their expedition and the Flame-Chase Voyage encountering even more obstacles.

As the adventure through Flame-Chase Journey progresses, players will face increasingly tough obstacles. In the recent update, two powerful 5-star characters, Castorice (Remembrance) and Anaxa (Erudition), are now available to join your team as valuable assets for the Trailblazers. Among these two newcomers, Castorice, the daughter of the River of Souls who bears a curse, has garnered much attention due to her heartrending past. Born under the Touch of Death and on a quest to find the lost Coreflame of Death, she possesses the Netherwing – a spectral being born from centuries of memories and divine power. This dragon emerges when Castorice unleashes her ultimate ability, sacrificing its own HP to scorch all enemies with dragonfire. While active, the Netherwing syncs with Castorice to deliver devastating combined attacks. As allies lose HP, it converts into HP for the Netherwing, intensifying this unit and Castorice’s damage output. Additionally, when in perilous situations, it protects the party by provoking enemies, then explodes in a self-destructive blaze upon leaving the battlefield, dealing extra damage while healing allies.

Castorice has an exclusive feature for staying alive: If any of its companions takes a fatal blow during combat, they don’t collapse instantly but instead enter a critical state. In this brief period, achieving certain requirements can bring them back to fight again. Incredibly, this ability continues to function even when Castorice isn’t part of the team.

Looking forward to it, the esteemed character Anaxa will team up with players as well. Belonging to the Seven Sages of the Grove of Epiphany and being the founder of Nousporism, Anaxa’s life took an unexpected turn due to a mysterious black wave that swept away many valuable aspects from his life. This event not only changed his perspective on souls and the structure of reality but also fueled his passion for scholarly work even more. In battle, Anaxa’s attacks may weaken enemies at random. As these weaknesses accumulate on an enemy, he can activate a special state called Qualitative Disclosure, increasing his damage and allowing him to launch a subsequent Skill Attack without spending any Skill Points. His ultimate move, Sublimation, instantly applies seven weaknesses to all opponents.

In the first portion of Version 3.2, an innovative Warp event is introduced, showcasing repeated appearances of the exclusive 5-star characters Fugue, Jiaoqiu, and Acheron. As we progress to the second half, “Dr. Ratio” will reappear as a limited 5-star character. These experienced allies will significantly boost players’ exploratory endeavors, offering both strategic intricacy in navigation and combat. Furthermore, during the live stream preview, the development team hinted at addressing longstanding player requests for character enhancements. In Version 3.4, Silver Wolf, Blade, Kafka, and Jingliu will undergo balance adjustments. The specifics of these modifications will be shared in upcoming updates, so keep an eye out!

During their thrilling escapades, explorers known as Trailblazers can also enjoy a playful side-game called Seal Slammers (originally named “So Dang Fun Seal Bumping Duel Challenge Seal Slammers”). In this game, players engage in a whacky competition against their Chrysos Heir partners, participating in chaotic seal-themed collisions. This unique event is sponsored solely by Aglaea and lasts longer than usual, providing players with additional time to immerse themselves in the fun-filled chaos.

To mark the two-year milestone of Honkai: Star Rail, an assortment of unique events are planned, enriching players with a variety of engaging activities. In the grand Star Rail WORLD event, Trailblazers will join forces with familiar faces to orchestrate a cosmic-wide gala. Players will need to showcase strategic skills in fundraising, upgrading the venue, and gathering loyal allies for assistance. As resources multiply, additional booths and Assistants will become accessible, transforming the celebration into an even more spectacular affair.

The magnificent “Honkai: Star Rail” concert is set to take place at the SPD Bank Oriental Sports Center from May 1st to 3rd, 2025. This spectacular event will consist of three live performances, with a global livestream on May 3rd, enabling players worldwide to be part of this audio-visual extravaganza. Moreover, “Star Rail LIVE 2025 Special Screenings” will take place in various cities globally throughout May. Attendees can look forward to exclusive merchandise giveaways and themed interactive activities for an immersive experience. Furthermore, regional collaborations and offline events will be launched in selected areas to celebrate two years of cosmic adventures and express gratitude for the unwavering support from players! For more information on the anniversary event details and updates, please visit the official website.

Right now, you can play Honkai: Star Rail on your PlayStation 5, or download it for PC through a client on your computer or the Epic Games Store. For mobile users, you can find it in the App Store for iOS devices and Google Play for Android phones.

Watch a new trailer and special program below. View a new set of screenshots at the gallery.

Version 3.2 Update “Through the Petals in the Land of Repose” Trailer

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Version 3.2 Update “Through the Petals in the Land of Repose” Special Program