Honkai: Star Rail ignites the Era Nova and launches the Fate/stay night collab in Version 3.4 update, arriving on July 2nd, 2025. This update, titled For the Sun is Set to Die, promises to bring a wealth of new content, including powerful new characters, story expansions, and a highly anticipated crossover event with the Fate/stay night franchise.
Honkai: Star Rail Version 3.4 – Era Nova Begins
HoYoverse is set to release the 3.4 update on July 2nd, 2025, marking the beginning of the Era Nova chapter in Honkai: Star Rail. The update continues the story following the Chrysos Heirs’ desperate mission to return the final Coreflame to the Vortex of Genesis. Players will explore the Aedes Elysiae region more deeply, focusing on the new character Phainon, whose story and abilities are central to this update.
Phainon is introduced as a 5-star Physical Destruction character with a unique combat style. His kit revolves around gathering Coreflames to transform mid-battle, creating a Territory that boosts his damage output while temporarily removing allies from the field (their buffs remain). This transformation channels the powers of Origination, Calamity, and the Foundation Titans, making Phainon a flashy and functional solo warrior. Notably, his Technique can eliminate normal enemies on the field without initiating combat, enhancing exploration efficiency.
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Fate/stay night Collaboration in Honkai: Star Rail
One of the most exciting features of the 3.4 update is the Fate/stay night crossover, launching its event “Sweet Dreams and the Holy Grail War” on July 11th, 2025. This collaboration introduces two iconic 5-star characters from the Fate universe: Saber and Archer.
- Saber: A 5-star Wind unit on the Path of Destruction, Saber’s Ultimate skill, Excalibur, deals AoE Wind damage and enhances her basic attacks. She builds Core Resonance during battle, allowing her to chain extra actions and regenerate energy efficiently.
- Archer: Available as a free 5-star character starting July 11th, Archer is a Quantum Hunt unit specializing in single-target damage with repeatable Skill spam in the Circuit Connection state. His Ultimate, Unlimited Blade Works, unleashes powerful follow-ups and skill point regeneration.
This crossover event immerses players in a magical battle royale in Penacony, where familiar characters summon legendary spirits as Servants. Players will encounter Aventurine, Robin, and Boothill amid the chaotic dreamlike war, blending lore and combat fanservice seamlessly.
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Honkai: Star Rail 3.4 Update Highlights
Feature | Details |
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Release Date | July 2nd, 2025 |
New Characters | Phainon (5-star Physical), Saber (5-star Wind), Archer (5-star Quantum Hunt, free on July 11) |
Fate/stay night Collab Event | "Sweet Dreams and the Holy Grail War" starting July 11, 2025 |
Story Expansions | Amphoreus and Penacony regions |
Gameplay Enhancements | Toggle between classic and enhanced battle modes; character buffs and combat reworks |
Quality of Life Improvements | Skip dialogue feature; return of Origami Bird minigame |
Honkai: Star Rail’s Gameplay and Meta Evolution
Version 3.4 also brings significant gameplay improvements and meta shifts. Popular characters like Silver Wolf, Kafka, Jingliu, and Blade receive meaningful enhancements, including Eidolon buffs and combat reworks. Players gain more flexibility with the new option to toggle between classic and enhanced battle modes, allowing for tailored playstyles.
The long-awaited skip dialogue feature makes replaying story content or event filler much faster, enhancing the overall user experience. Additionally, the fan-favorite Origami Bird minigame returns, offering a lighthearted break from the intense patch content.
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Honkai: Star Rail’s Version 3.4 update is shaping up to be a landmark release, combining deep lore progression, exciting new characters, and a dream crossover event with Fate/stay night. Whether you’re a fan of the story, the gameplay, or the collaboration, this update offers something for every Trailblazer. Prepare to board the Astral Express on July 2nd and dive into the Era Nova!