Argenti, a 5-star Physical character from the Path of Erudition in Honkai Star Rail, is a character that requires some knowledge to effectively build. Here is what you need to know about him.
Argenti is scheduled to make a return in the Honkai Star Rail version 2.3 phase 2, completing the game’s Physical unit roster alongside the 4-star character Hanya.
Despite its previous reputation as a weak class, Erudition has now become a powerhouse thanks to the efforts of Argenti, Jing Yuan, and Himeko. This is especially evident in the Pure Fiction game mode, where Erudition characters are in high demand and Argenti excels in this area.
In order to support Argenti in Honkai Star Rail, it is important to be aware of the specific Light Cones and Relics that are best suited for him.
Who is Argenti in Honkai Star Rail?
Argenti is a member of the Knights of Beauty, known for his noble and unwavering commitment to the Path of Beauty. He strives to uphold righteousness and ensure that the path is never deviated from.
He also holds the belief that for the fight to be honorable, his enemy must willingly wield the weapon. Otherwise, it would not be considered noble.
Honkai Star Rail: Argenti Abilities
Argenti Ultimate is his highest damage ability.
The basic attack, known as “Fleeting Fragrance,”inflicts 50% of Argenti’s ATK as Physical DMG to a single enemy target.
Ability: Blossoming Justice – Causes all enemies to suffer Physical DMG equal to 60% of Argenti’s ATK.
Argenti’s Ultimate #1: In This Garden, Supreme Beauty Bestows – Consuming 90 Energy, this attack deals Physical DMG to all enemies equal to 96% of Argenti’s ATK.
Ultimate #2: Garden of Merit – Uses 180 Energy to inflict Physical DMG totaling 168% of Argenti’s ATK on all enemies. Additionally, the attack will continue for 6 additional rounds, dealing 56% of Argenti’s ATK as Physical DMG to a random enemy each round.
Talent: Sublime Object – Each time Argenti successfully hits an enemy with his Basic Attack, Skill, or Ultimate, he will regenerate 3 Energy and gain a stack of Ascend. This will increase his CRIT Rate by 1.0%, and can be stacked up to 10 times.
Technique: Manifesto of Purest Virtue – Upon using this Technique, all enemies within a designated area will be afflicted with Daze for a duration of 10 seconds. While in a state of Daze, these enemies will not actively engage in attacking the team. When engaging in combat with a Dazed enemy, Argenti will deal Physical DMG equal to 80% of his ATK to all enemies and also replenish 15 Energy points.
Traces
- Piety (unlocked at Ascension 2) – At the beginning of each turn, gain 1 stack of Ascend.
- The Ascension 4 skill Generosity triggers each time an enemy summons a new unit, restoring 2 Energy instantly.
- The Courage skill (available at Ascension 6) increases DMG dealt by 15% against enemies with 50% or less HP.
Honkai Star Rail: Argenti Eidolons
Argenti Eidolon 1 is worth going for in Honkai Star Rail.
- At Level 1, there is a flaw within the Kingdom of Aesthetic that can be addressed. Each stack of Ascend will also boost CRIT DMG by 4%.
- Agate’s Humility – Level 2: This character’s ATK increases by 40% for 1 turn(s) when using the Ultimate and facing 3 or more enemies on the battlefield.
- Level 3 – Thorny Road’s Glory: Skill Lv. +2, up to a maximum of Lv. 15. Talent Lv. +2, up to a maximum of Lv.10.
- Trumpet’s Dedication (Level 4) – At the beginning of battle, this character receives 2 stacks of Ascend and their Talent’s maximum stack is increased to 2.
- Level 5 – Somewhere in the Universe Does Snow Fall: Ultimate Lv. +2, up to a maximum of Lv. 15. Basic Attack +1, up to a maximum of Lv. 10.
- Level 6 – Your Magnificence: When activating Ultimate, 30% of the enemy target’s DEF is disregarded.
Best Argenti Light Cone
An Instant Before Gaze
The most effective Light Cone for Argenti in Honkai Star Rail is An Instant Before A Gaze, his signature move. This skill boosts his CRIT DMG by 36%. When using his Ultimate, Argenti’s Max Energy is taken into account to increase the damage dealt. For every point of Energy, the Ultimate DMG is increased by 0.36%, with a maximum of 180 points of Energy.
Today is Another Peaceful Day
Today Is Another Peaceful Day is a highly efficient 4-star option for Argenti as it boosts his damage proportional to his Max Energy. The damage multiplier increases by 0.20% for every point of Energy, with a maximum of 160 Energy.
Top Relic and Planar Ornament Set for Argenti
The most optimal Relic set for Argenti in Honkai Star Rail is Champion of Streetwise Boxing. The set bonus can be found below:
- Equipping both pieces of this set will result in a 10% increase in Physical DMG.
- When the wearer attacks or is hit, their ATK increases by 5% for the remainder of the battle as a result of wearing all four pieces. This effect can accumulate up to 5 times.
The optimal Planar Ornament set for Argenti is the Inert Salsotto, which enhances Argenti’s CRIT Rate by 8%. When his CRIT Rate reaches 50% or above, Argenti’s Ultimate and subsequent attack damage will be boosted by 15%.
Optimal statistics for Argenti
The following are the statistics that you should prioritize for Argenti in Honkai Star Rail.
| Main stat | Substat |
|---|---|
| Body: Crit Rate or Crit DMG | Crit Rate |
| Feet: SPD or ATK% | Crit DMG |
| Sphere: Physical DMG Bonus | ATK% |
| Rope: ATK% | SPD |
Ascension and Level-Up Materials in Honkai Star Rail
Ascension Materials
To obtain Argenti in Honkai Star Rail, you will require the Extinguished Core and its upgrades, as well as Netherworld Tokens. The specific quantities of materials needed are listed below:
| Ascension Level | Credits | Materials | Rewards | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4000 | Extinguished Core x5 | 1 x Star Rail Pass | |
| 2 | 8000 | Extinguished Cored x10 | ||
| 3 | 16000 | Glimmering Core x6 | Netherworld Token x3 | 1 x Star Rail Pass |
| 4 | 40000 | Glimmering Core x9 | Netherworld Token x7 | |
| 5 | 80000 | Squirming Core x6 | Netherworld Token x20 | 1 x Star Rail Pass |
| 6 | 160000 | Squirming Core x9 | Netherworld Token x35 |
How to obtain Argenti Ascension materials in Honkai Star Rail
The Core and its upgrades have been extinguished.
Extinguished Core is a essential item for Argenti.
The Extinguished Core and its upgrades are obtainable by farming Certain Fragmentium Monsters in Honkai Star Rail. These monsters can be found through the Synthesis tab, where you must select the item and then the enemy’s name. The game will guide you to the relevant locations automatically.
You can additionally obtain them by completing daily assignments and participating in the Simulated Universe.
The token for the Netherworld remains the same.
Netherworld Token is a boss material in Honkai Star Rail
You can obtain Netherworld Tokens by defeating the boss Stagnant Shadow: Shape of Perdition, which drops them. These tokens can be farmed at Fyxestroll Garden in Xianzhou Loufu.
Trace Level-Up Materials
The required materials for Argenti at Trace level-up are the Key of Inspiration and its upgrades, the Extinguished Core and its upgrades, and the Regret of Infinite Ochema. The specific quantities needed for each material are as stated:
- Key of Inspiration x18
- Key of Knowledge x69
- Key of Wisdom x139
- Extinguished Core x41
- Glimmering Core x56
- Squirming Core x58
- Regret of Infinite Ochema x12
Where to Find Argenti Trace Level-Up Materials
The Key of Inspiration and its various upgrades.
Key of Inspiration is a Trace level-up material in Honkai Star Rail.
Rivet Town is the location where you can obtain the Key of Inspiration by farming Crimson Calyx: Bud of Erudition.
Infinite Ochema’s Regret
Regret of Infinite Ochema can be farmed from Echo of War.
The Echo of War: Divine Seed in Scalegorge Waterscape drops this material. To access this boss, you must complete Xianzhou Loufu’s story quest.
Argenti Trace and Eidolon Priority in Honkai Star Rail
In the upcoming section, we will cover the necessary Traces and Eidolons required for leveling up in Honkai Star Rail.
Analysis of Traces
The key areas to focus on while leveling up Argenti are:
- Ultimate
- Talent
It is crucial to prioritize leveling Argenti’s Ultimate, as it is the most powerful aspect of his kit. Additionally, his Talent should not be overlooked, as it offers valuable Crit Rate enhancements.
Eidolons
To progress in Argenti, you need to level up the following Eidolons:
- Eidolon 1
- Eidolon 6
Eidolon 1 will provide Argenti with a significant 40% increase in Crit DMG. Eidolon 6 will also enable Argenti to disregard enemy DEF.
Pros and Cons of Using Argenti in Honkai Star Rail
The advantages and disadvantages of Argenti are listed below:
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Powerful AoE DPS | Ultimate reliant |
| Regenerates Energy from his Ultimate | Works best against mobs instead of bosses |
| Free to play friendly |
Is Argenti worth pulling in Honkai Star Rail?
Argenti is a highly sought-after character in Honkai Star Rail due to his exceptional abilities as a Physical DPS unit. His expertise lies in AoE combat and although he heavily relies on his Ultimate, he has the advantage of regaining this ability after defeating enemies.
The main drawback of Argenti is his inability to replenish his Ultimate ability, making him less effective against bosses. However, he excels at taking down mobs or multiple enemies (at least 5), making him a valuable asset in the Pure Fiction game mode.
He is also very welcoming to free-to-play players, making him a valuable choice to obtain.
Best Silver Team Composition
Argenti is an ideal addition to a Hypercarry team composition, where he can be effectively paired with Bronya, Tingyun, and Huohuo. This combination will provide Argenti with sufficient energy for his Ultimate and also grant ATK buffs to boost his damage output.
If you are playing for free, you can use Yukong, Fire Trailblazer, and Natasha in your Argenti team. This lineup will still provide ATK and CRIT boosts, as well as healing and shielding abilities.
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