New Update for Honkai Star Rail: 2.4 Release Date, Banners, and Latest News

The HoYoverse team is constantly working on bringing significant updates to Honkai Star Rail. Following a plot filled with unexpected developments, players are eagerly preparing to encounter fresh characters in the upcoming 2.4 update.

The upcoming story will bring fans back to the Xianzhou Alliance, allowing players to discover uncharted territories and confront unfamiliar foes. Additionally, an event will offer the opportunity to obtain a new playable character for free.

The latest information on the Honkai Star Rail version 2.4 update is summarized below.

HSR 2.4 release date

The release of Version 2.4 of Honkai Star Rail is scheduled for July 31, 2024, immediately following the end of Jade’s banner.

This schedule is determined by the game’s fixed cycle of releasing a new banner every three weeks. In the event that the developers face any complications and are required to postpone the update, we will inform you promptly.

Yunli character card in Honkai Star Rail — HoYoverse

Yunli will debut in HSR 2.4.

New Banners for Honkai Star Rail 2.4 Update

Yunli and Jiaoqiu have been confirmed as the two main characters for the 2.4 banners, as they are the only characters officially announced by HoYoverse.

Furthermore, it has been hinted by sources that Huohuo will have a banner re-run in the upcoming 2.4 update. The identities of the other featured characters have not been revealed yet, but this section will be updated as more information about the update becomes available.

Imaginary Events on March 7th Leaked

March 7th will finally be receiving a new costume, resulting in the acquisition of fresh abilities as well.

March will become Yanqing and Yunli’s apprentice in the art of the sword during the event titled Saga of Primaveral Blade. This will result in the character unlocking a new Hunt version, with the element of Imaginary.

March 7th will shake things up for Hunt characters by introducing a new role that focuses on dealing damage to single target enemies. Our Imaginary March 7th guide covers everything we know so far about this unit, including Ascension materials and Eidolons. Be sure to check it out for all the details.

March 7th in Honkai Star Rail — HoYoverse

Imaginary March 7th is a four-star unit.

Leaked Light Cones

Version 2.4 of Honkai Star Rail will introduce new characters to its lineup, along with the addition of new Light Cones. Thanks to the 2.4 beta, players have been able to get a sneak peek at the descriptions and effects of these new Light Cones. Here is what can be expected:

Poised to Bloom | Four-star | The Harmony

This item boosts the wearer’s ATK by 16%. If there are two or more allies in the team who share the same Path, their CRIT DMG will also increase by 16% upon entering the battle. However, abilities of the same type cannot stack.

Unfortunately, March 7th will not be able to utilize her newly acquired Light Cone. However, this four-star addition is quite intriguing for support characters. While not many prioritize boosting their ATK, it could prove to be highly effective for Nihility teams.

Dance at Sunset | Five-star | The Destruction

Wearing this greatly increases the chances of being targeted by enemies, but also boosts the wearer’s CRIT DMG by 36%. Additionally, after using their Ultimate, the wearer gains one stack of Firedance for up to two turns, with a maximum of two stacks. Each stack of Firedance increases the wearer’s follow-up attack DMG by 36%.

Although Yunli’s Light Cone is designed specifically for her, it is also compatible with other Destruction characters such as Clara or Blade. These characters also reap the benefits of dealing and receiving DMG, and possess potent follow-up attacks.

Those Many Springs | Five-star | The Nihility

The wearer’s Effect Hit Rate is boosted by 60%. Whenever the wearer performs a Basic ATK, Skill, or Ultimate on an enemy target that is not already under the Unarmored effect, there is a possibility of causing the enemy to become Unarmored. While under this state, the enemy will receive 10% more DMG for two turns.

If the wearer inflicts DMG on an enemy affected by the Unarmored effect, there is a possibility that the enemy will enter the Cornered state, resulting in an 18% increase in DMG received by the enemy.

Jiaoqiu’s leaked Light Cone appears to be highly effective for Nihility units. It introduces a new element to the wearer’s skills, providing them with the opportunity to inflict additional damage over time with each successive attack.

As you anticipate the release of Honkai Star Rail version 2.4, be sure to redeem all currently available codes to receive Stellar Jade. Also, don’t miss out on the latest updates about Feixiao and Moze, two upcoming characters in future versions.