Honkai: Star Rail Version 3.1 Leak Hints at Free 4-Star Character Selector

A recent leak suggests Honkai: Star Rail Version 3.1 will include a free 4-star character selector, potentially as part of a limited-time event. This selector would allow players to choose one of four characters: Qingque, Pela, Serval, or Asta.

This news comes as Honkai: Star Rail's 3.0 update approaches, introducing new gameplay features and characters. The game currently boasts 23 4-star characters, with varying degrees of meta relevance. While some, like Moze and Gallagher, have gained popularity, many 4-stars require significant Eidolon investment to reach their full potential. Previous updates (Versions 2.1 and 2.7) offered similar free selectors, facilitating Eidolon acquisition.

The leak, originating from prominent leaker HomDGCat, specifies the four selectable characters:

• Qingque: Quantum, Erudition
• Pela: Ice, Nihility
• Serval: Lightning, Erudition
• Asta: Fire, Harmony

While Pela and Asta remain viable support options, Qingque and Serval have been outclassed by newer DPS units. Furthermore, all four are available for purchase in the in-game store.

This leak aligns with player observations regarding Honkai: Star Rail's recent focus on 5-star character releases. The game currently features nearly 40 5-star characters, significantly outnumbering 4-star units. With eight more 5-star characters anticipated in Amphoreus and a rumored Fate/Stay Night crossover adding two more, the disparity is expected to widen.

The 2.0 cycle only introduced four new 4-star characters (including March 7th's alternate form). If the leak proves accurate, future 4-star selectors might lack sufficient new unit options. Despite this, Version 3.0’s highly anticipated additions of Herta and Aglaea, along with recently released redeem codes for Stellar Jades and materials, offer players much to look forward to.