With Version 3.4 “For the Sun is Set to Die” set to release on July 2, HoYoverse has just dropped major updates via a preview trailer and the latest Developer Radio. This version marks a historic turning point in the game: the first-ever character enhancement system, a brand-new story skipping mechanic, a massive Fate/stay night [Unlimited Blade Works] collab reveal, and even a future intelligent team-building assistant.
Here’s a detailed breakdown of what’s coming:
▍Preview Livestream on June 20
The official Version 3.4 preview stream is scheduled for Friday, June 20 at 19:30 (UTC+8), featuring voice actors of Herta, Phainon, and the Trailblazer. Surprisingly, other members of the Aeon lineage (the “Aurum Alley”) are not present, sparking speculation about plot twists.
The update’s title draws directly from the previous PV A Fable About the Stars, referencing the Destruction Aeon Nanook:
“Because the sun is about to fall, ruin descends.”
This strongly suggests a major confrontation between Phainon and Nanook. On top of that, the highly anticipated Fate/stay night [Unlimited Blade Works] collaboration will have its full reveal during the stream, including playable characters and crossover gameplay elements.
▍First-Ever Character Buffs
Version 3.4 introduces a selective buff system for existing characters. The first batch includes Silver Wolf, Blade, Kafka, and Jingliu—four top-tier fan favorites.
Silver Wolf’s buff details are already confirmed:
· Ultimate becomes AoE, making her ideal in today’s multi-enemy fights;
· Skill targets the main DPS’s element for Weakness implant, avoiding randomness;
· May regenerate Energy at the start of battle or turn, enabling earlier Ultimates and better debuff cycling.
Players can toggle buffs on or off for each character, preserving the original version if desired. This ensures flexibility for team building and future content planning.
▍Story Skipping and Summary Feature
A much-requested story skipping feature will be implemented. Dialogues will be split into sections, and each can be skipped individually with a text summary and speaker list provided.
Initially, this will cover Penacony, Jarilo-VI, and Herta Space Station, with more regions added in Version 3.6, which will also introduce a story recap archive for lore lovers.
This update caters to both types of players—those who enjoy deep narrative immersion, and those who prefer a fast-track gameplay loop.
▍Scholar Woowoo Coming in Version 3.5
Looking ahead, Version 3.5 will introduce Scholar Woowoo, an AI-driven helper integrated into the official community. It will:
· Suggest team compositions based on owned characters;
· Analyze unoptimized relics in inventory;
· Recommend targeted farming goals and stat improvements.
A dream come true for both beginners and veterans, it streamlines optimization and long-term planning.
▍Conclusion
Version 3.4 isn’t just another patch—it’s a leap forward:
· First-ever character buffs redefine combat potential;
· Story skipping and summaries give players full control over pacing;
· Fate collaboration adds depth and excitement;
· Smart tools like Scholar Woowoo pave the way for long-term growth.
The June 20 livestream will reveal even more surprises. Don’t miss it!
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