Unveiling New Adventures, Characters, and Events
Greetings, Trailblazers! Honkai: Star Rail Version 2.6 is here, bringing us into the enigmatic dreamscape of Penacony with the "Mappou Age" update. From riveting storylines to powerful characters, here's everything you need to know about the latest update.
Version 2.6 Update & Maintenance Details
Update Timeline
- Start: October 23, 2024, at 06:00 (UTC+8)
- Duration: ~5 hours
Compensation
- Server Maintenance: Stellar Jade ×300
- Bug Fixes: Stellar Jade ×300
Eligibility:
Trailblazers with Trailblaze Level ≥ 4 before October 23, 2024, 06:00 (UTC+8).
📩 Compensation will be sent via in-game mail within 5 hours after the update is complete. Make sure to claim it before November 22, 2024!
How to Update
- PC: Restart the launcher and click "Update."
- Android: Follow the in-game instructions.
- iOS: Visit the App Store and tap "Update."
- PS5®: Open the system menu, select the game, and confirm the update.
What’s New in Version 2.6?
1. Thrilling New Storyline
Trailblaze Continuance: Penacony — Banana Outrage: Battles Without Ninja and Humanity
"Laughter, song, and dance linger all day, and by twilight, we sleep and do not wake — this dream world is like an old banana peel, covered in dark stains. Seek the true path, and extinguish this Mappou Age of the Dharma!"
- Availability: Permanent after the update.
- Requirement: Trailblaze Level ≥ 21.
💡 Recommended to complete "Penacony — Stranger in a Strange Land" beforehand.
2. New Characters
5-Star: Rappa (Erudition: Imaginary)
- A multi-target DMG dealer with the ability to:
- Gain an extra turn after using her Ultimate.
- Ignore Toughness regardless of weaknesses.
- Increase Break DMG to Broken enemies.
3. Powerful Light Cones
- 5-Star: Ninjutsu Inscription: Dazzling Evilbreaker (Erudition)
- 4-Star:
- Dream's Montage (Abundance)
- Ninja Record: Sound Hunt (Destruction)
💫 Obtainable through Light Cone Event Warps like "Brilliant Fixation" and "Sound Hunt Ninjutsu Inscription."
4. Expansive New Areas
Penacony Paperfold University College
- Explore the heart of Penacony’s academic brilliance in the Moment of Sol, where dreams and knowledge intertwine.
5. Exciting New Events
Sound Hunt Ninjutsu Inscription
- Event Period: October 25 – December 2, 2024.
- Requirement: Trailblaze Level ≥ 21.
🎸 Take part in an epic music festival while uncovering lurking threats!
Mr. Cold Feet’s Pop-Up Shop
- Event Period: October 31 – November 11, 2024.
- Sampo is back with mysterious deals in Belobog.
Shadow of the Ranger
- Event Period: November 13 – December 2, 2024.
- Explore a Galaxy Ranger’s enigmatic new mission on the space station.
Gift of Odyssey
Log in daily to claim Star Rail Special Pass ×10 after checking in for 7 days!
6. New Gameplay Mode: Simulated Universe — Unknowable Domain
Dive into Herta’s Simulated Universe and explore new extrapolation branches of mysteries.
- Availability: After the update.
- Requirement: Complete Simulated Universe: World 5.
Gameplay Updates & Optimizations
- Combat Tweaks: New mechanics for Weakness Breaks and Follow-up ATK bonuses.
- System Enhancements: Streamlined Relic acquisition, filter schemes, and 120 FPS support for iOS devices.
- Audio Improvements: Refined voice lines in multiple languages for smoother immersion.
New Enemies & Challenges
Prepare to face the likes of Banacademic Advisors and the Cacophonic Conductor in updated gameplay modes such as Apocalyptic Shadow and Memory of Chaos.
Bug Fixes and System Improvements
- Fixed abnormal effects in battles, visual glitches, and dialogue inconsistencies across multiple missions and characters.
- Optimized Relic filtering, inventory limits, and team interfaces.
Ready for Your Next Adventure?
The dream world of Penacony beckons! Log in now to explore Version 2.6 and claim your Stellar Jade rewards. Don’t forget to dive into the new events, storylines, and challenges awaiting in this exciting update.
Trailblazers, assemble — let’s extinguish the Mappou Age! 🌌