As Version 3.4 approaches, miHoYo has officially revealed the details of the deep collaboration between Honkai: Star Rail and the iconic IP Fate/stay night. In addition to the original 5-star character Phainon (White Calamity), this update will bring the popular characters Saber and Archer to a limited-time gacha pool. Below is a breakdown of the key details and in-depth analysis.
▍3.4 Version Schedule
Expected Launch Time:
NA Servers: July 1, 2025 (UTC-5)
EU/Asia Servers: July 2, 2025 (UTC+1 / UTC+8)
In line with the usual six-week update cycle, the global server synchronization is expected to officially begin on July 2.
Fate Collaboration Gacha Pool Availability
Opening Time: July 11, 2025 (UTC-5)
Ending Time: At the end of Version 3.6 (exact date to be announced)
Free Archer Distribution Window
Starting from July 11, 2025, 12:00 PM (server time) until the end of Version 3.6, players can log in to the game and receive Archer (Red A) for free.
After this period, Archer will only be available through the gacha pool and will no longer be obtainable for free.
▍Version 3.4 Gacha Characters Breakdown
Phainon
Role and Path: Physical, Destruction (Path of Destruction)
Appearance and Backstory: As an original character, Phainon wears silver-white armor and wields twin-bladed heavy swords. It is rumored that Phainon has carried out numerous high-difficulty elimination missions at the border. Beneath his cold exterior lies a strong commitment to justice.
Expected Skills: Focuses on high single-target damage and heavy strike defense-breaking. The seamless connection between regular attacks and charge skills will provide consistent output when facing high-defense enemies. Combining the "Destruction" path's heavy strike characteristics, Phainon is expected to be a core force for pure physical DPS.
Saber
IP and Design Features: From Fate/stay night, this version features a modified black stockings outfit. The classic blonde hair and holy sword elements are retained, but the outfit and details integrate Honkai: Star Rail's futuristic technological aesthetic.
Attributes and Path: Wind Attribute, Destruction Path (5★)
Combat Style Prediction: Primarily a melee fighter using a single sword, with unexpected wind-based slashes and armor-piercing stabs. Skill combos are expected to balance both explosive damage and mobility, allowing Saber to quickly engage and deliver high-frequency damage. The "Destruction" feature may also include area stuns or debuff effects, enhancing team control capabilities.
Archer
Attributes and Path: Quantum Attribute, Hunt Path (5★)
Acquisition Method: Limited-time free distribution + collaboration gacha
Character Design and Skills: Archer’s red cloak and dual-gun design reflect his quantum hunt role. According to player leaks, his skills will use an energy consumption mechanism similar to "Drinking the Moon":
1 energy point: Single-target normal attack, focusing on precise sniping
2 energy points: AOE spread attack, increasing AOE coverage
3 energy points: Full-field group damage, clearing the battlefield
As energy increases, the damage multiplier also increases, allowing Archer to deliver flexible output in open-world and multiplayer dungeons.
▍Gacha Mechanism and Summoning Strategy
Independent Pity Calculation:
The Fate collaboration gacha pool’s summoning history is completely separate from the regular gacha pool, meaning players can freely use dedicated or universal Starrail tickets without worrying about overlapping pity with other pools.
Strategy Suggestions:
Prioritize Free Archer: Log in to receive him at no cost, completing your character collection for free.
Use Dedicated Tickets Wisely: If you aim to collect both collaboration characters, consider allocating a reasonable amount of dedicated tickets and keep an eye on future official "track setting" announcements.
Watch for Potential Reruns: While this collaboration is said to be "long-term," it is not a permanent fixture, and whether it will be rerun in the future is still unknown. Players should weigh their options and act accordingly.
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