"Honkai: Star Rail Version 3.1 Leak: Free 4-Star Character Selector Revealed"

Summary

• A leak indicates that Honkai: Star Rail's Version 3.1 will feature a free 4-star character selector, offering a choice among four characters.
• The selector is expected to be part of a limited-time event, with options including Qingque, Pela, Serval, or Asta.
• The game has seen a trend of releasing more 5-star characters, resulting in fewer new 4-star additions.

A recent leak has stirred excitement in the Honkai: Star Rail community, revealing that Version 3.1 will include a free 4-star character selector. This feature, anticipated to be part of a limited-time event, aligns with the game's upcoming 3.0 cycle, which promises new gameplay features and characters.

Currently, Honkai: Star Rail boasts 23 4-star characters. While they may not dominate the meta, certain 4-stars are invaluable in various team compositions. Recent additions like Moze and Gallagher have gained popularity due to their versatility. However, to maximize their potential, these characters often require higher Eidolon levels. Past updates, such as Versions 2.1 and 2.7, provided opportunities to acquire these Eidolons through free character selectors. The new leak from prominent leaker HomDGCat suggests that this event will return in Version 3.1, allowing players to choose from Qingque, Pela, Serval, or Asta.

The characters available in the selector all debuted during the game's 1.0 cycle, with Asta being available early in the game for free. Rumors have circulated that future character releases may focus exclusively on 5-stars, hinting that Amphoreus might not introduce new 4-star units soon. This trend is evident as Honkai: Star Rail has released nearly 40 five-star characters, with eight more expected in the next update, and a rumored crossover with Fate/Stay Night adding two more.

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 continue to serve as reliable supports, Qingque and Serval have been outshined by newer DPS options. These characters are also available for purchase in the in-game store. Since the Penacony update, the game has increasingly focused on 5-star releases. During the 2.0 cycle, only four new 4-star characters were introduced, including March 7th's alternate form. If the leaks are accurate, future 4-star character selectors might struggle to offer fresh options.

Nevertheless, players have much to look forward to in the next patch. Version 3.0 will introduce The Herta and Aglaea, and to aid in preparations, Honkai: Star Rail has released new redeem codes for free Stellar Jades and materials.