Phainon’s Star Rail 3.4 Release Disappoints with Leaked Territory mechanic

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I’ve caught glimpses of leaks for Honkai: Star Rail version 3.4, and it seems Phainon’s release has left me a little underwhelmed, despite expecting him to be an exceptional DPS character for various tasks. Interestingly, Phainon has been a recurring figure in the campaign of this turn-based RPG since Amphoreus was introduced earlier this year – he even greets players as the first Chrysos Heir they encounter upon embarking on their journey in The Eternal Land. Recently, HoYoverse announced that Phainon will be playable in Honkai: Star Rail 3.4 through teaser posts on social media.

Apart from disclosing that Phainon is a top-tier Physical character on the Destruction path and has a unique form, HoYoverse hasn’t shared much about him yet. However, for quite some time, there have been leaks regarding Phainon. Initially, these leaks suggested he would debut in Update 3.4, and now with HoYoverse’s recent announcements, this prediction seems to be correct. As Update 3.3 nears its conclusion, more leaks about Phainon’s Ultimate ability in Honkai: Star Rail 3.4 have surfaced, hinting at a distinct combat-oriented gameplay mechanic for him.

Click here to view the leaks about Phainon’s territory mechanic.

Phainon’s Leaked Territory In Honkai: Star Rail 3.4 Is Further Detailed

The Leak Says Two Territories Cannot Exist At The Same Time

The initial information about Phainon’s Ultimate skill in the game hinted at his ability to establish a special zone, referred to as a field. This field is unique and temporarily withdraws all allies from combat. However, the original leak was not very detailed. A more comprehensive explanation by the leaker Seele Leaks suggests that these fields are actually the top-tier auras in the game. At this moment, only Castorice in Honkai: Star Rail is known to have such an aura (when she summons Netherwing).

The leak hints that Phainon and Cyrene will possess territories similar to those created by characters like Ruan Mei, Jiaoqiu, or Tribbie, supporting previous speculations about their Ultimate abilities. The leak was posted on Reddit under the “Reliable” tag by Uncle Jtt5CPW, adding weight to the rumors circulating in the community regarding Cyrene’s role as a territory-type support unit in Honkai: Star Rail.

Phainon & Cyrene’s Rumored Lack Of Synergy In Honkai: Star Rail Is Devastating

In Terms Of Lore, Both Characters Are Intertwined

If the leaks are accurate, it appears that Castorice, Phainon, and Cyrene may not work well together in teams due to their territories apparently cancelling each other out. It was anticipated that there would be no synergy between Castorice and Phainon given that Phainon is said to be a primary damage dealer like the Servant of Thanatos. However, the rumored lack of synergy between Phainon and Cyrene is somewhat surprising, considering their stories in the lore are closely connected, suggesting everything from camaraderie to potential rivalry or betrayal.

As the narrative of Amphoreus unfolds and hidden truths surface, the relationship between Phainon and Cyrene remains unclear, yet they appear to share an exceptional bond among all local characters, a connection that could potentially influence the planet’s destiny. Despite whether they are strong allies or bitter adversaries, this profound tie between Phainon and Cyrene makes them potential powerful team members, and one might anticipate their compatibility. Unfortunately, it looks like the game mechanics of Honkai: Star Rail may restrict their simultaneous appearance in a single party.

As a gamer, I’ve found myself in a predicament similar to not being able to field Sunday and Robin together on my team. But luckily, the Penacony siblings can function as dual supports in certain hypercarry team compositions. Now, here’s some exciting news straight from Uncle Jtt5CPW’s leaks: Cyrene is set to take on a supporting role in the upcoming new form of March 7th!

The Astral Express crew member is said to undergo a transformation during the Amphoreus story arc, and she’s been nicknamed the “Dark March.” If the leaker’s information holds true, Cyrene will lend her supporting skills to Dark March 7th in Honkai Star Rail.

Phainon’s Release May Change Honkai: Star Rail Forever

The Character May Be A Great Hypercarry DPS

In the context of Honkai: Star Rail this year, Phainon, a 5-star Physical character on the Path of Destruction, holds immense promise as a top DPS contender. Despite the presence of other notable DPS releases like The Herta, Aglaea, Mydei, Castorice, Anaxa, and an upcoming Cipher, Phainon might not only meet their potential but could potentially outshine them. Given his significant role in the story of Amphoreus, Phainon’s abilities may be tailored to reflect his lore as the Chrysos Heir.

To date, the leaks suggest that Phainon’s Ultimate doesn’t rely on conventional Energy; rather, it accumulates when he gets hit by skills or performs Basic Attacks. This could hint at his role as a hypercarry DPS, where his teammates would keep targeting him with buffs to build up his Ultimate.

Moreover, these leaks also claim that Phainon’s Ultimate generates the previously mentioned area and causes allies to exit the battlefield. Inside this territory, it is said that Phainon possesses various attacks that appear capable of adjusting to different enemy configurations in Honkai: Star Rail.

This suggests that Phainon might possess abilities to lower an opponent’s durability or attack vulnerable enemies, similar to Feixiao. However, since information about him is limited at this point, it’s important to view it with caution as leaks may not be accurate, complete, or subject to change. Nevertheless, it’s anticipated that Phainon could prove to be an exceptional DPS character in Honkai: Star Rail, although it’s rumored that he might not work well with Cyrene, which aligns well with the game’s lore.

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2025-05-09 14:14