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Discovering Blade’s New Power in Honkai: Star Rail

Shanghai, ChinaTuesday, May 26, 2026

Release Date: June 1
The next chapter in the galaxy‑themed RPG brings a fresh narrative, new characters, and exciting gameplay mechanics.

Story Highlights

  • New Chapter: Submerged in the River of the Living
  • Continues the Ideal Paradise arc.
  • Blade enters a painted realm to confront Lord Ravager Asat Pramad and the sealing force, Aeon of Voracity.

New Character: Blade – The Thousand‑Night (5★)

  • Barrier Ability: Deploys a protective shield that increases damage while active.
  • Ultimate Transformation: Evolves into a stronger form with new skills and a powerful finale.
  • Synergy System: Charges when teammates hit enemies, triggering extra abilities and restoring energy automatically.

Gift of the Forged Sword Event

  • Reward: Acquire Blade via the Warp mechanic → free outfit Karma of the Other Shore.
  • Event Phases:
  • Early: revisit Hyokwang area.
  • Later: temporary returns of Kirene and Painon.

New Activities

  • Spirit Amusement Park:
  • Build rides and pathways to attract spirits for unique gameplay moments.
  • Star‑Rise Mode:
  • Expands core combat scenarios (Memory of Chaos, Pure Fiction, Apocalyptic Shadow).
  • Clear three distinct stages with perfect scores → 100 Stellar Jades each (300 total).

Partnerships & Future Events

  • Collaboration with electronics brand UGREEN.
  • Hint of a large collaboration event tied to the Holy Grail War for more summer surprises.

All details are available on the official Honkai: Star Rail site.

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