I've been counting down the days since HoYoverse first teased that Honkai: Star Rail would be collaborating with Fate/Stay Night, and now it seems we're finally getting closer to this epic crossover! According to recent leaks, Version 3.4 might be the update we've all been waiting for. Can you imagine boarding the Astral Express alongside iconic Fate characters? I certainly can't wait!
What We Know About Version 3.4
From what I've gathered, Version 3.4 is shaping up to be a monumental update for Honkai: Star Rail. The first half will reportedly feature Phainon, one of the highly anticipated Amphoreus characters from the Chrysos Heirs. But it's the second half that has me truly excited - that's when the Fate/Stay Night collaboration is expected to begin!
If the leaks from reliable source hxg_diluc are accurate, we're looking at a July 4th release date for Version 3.4. That's less than two months away! 🚀
Here's the expected banner schedule:
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First Half: Phainon
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Second Half: Fate/Stay Night Crossover Character(s)
The Fate Collaboration Details
While HoYoverse has been quite tight-lipped about the specifics, only confirming that the crossover would arrive in Q3 2025, leaks have given us some tantalizing hints. The most exciting rumors suggest that both Archer and Saber will become playable characters!
As a fan of both franchises, I'm practically bouncing in my seat. But wait, there's more! Additional leaks have hinted at the Paths these characters might follow:
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One character is rumored to be on the Hunt Path
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Another is expected to follow the Nihility Path
What I'm still wondering is how exactly will these characters be integrated into the Star Rail universe? 🤔 Will they have their own dedicated story quest? Or will they simply be available as special characters with no narrative context? The mystery continues!
People Also Ask
Will the Fate characters be limited-time only?
Based on HoYoverse's previous crossover patterns, it's highly likely that the Fate characters will be available for a limited time only. This was the case with Genshin Impact's Aloy and Honkai Impact 3rd's Asuka. So if you're planning to add these characters to your roster, you might want to save your Stellar Jade now!
How will the Fate characters fit into Star Rail's combat system?
This is something I've been pondering myself! Considering the leaked Paths (Hunt and Nihility), we might see Archer as a single-target DPS character and perhaps Saber as a debuffer or DoT specialist? But that's just my speculation - HoYoverse could surprise us all with unique mechanics tailored to these iconic heroes.
HoYoverse's Crossover History
It's worth noting that this isn't HoYoverse's first rodeo when it comes to crossovers. They've previously incorporated external characters into their games with great success:
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Genshin Impact welcomed Horizon Zero Dawn's Aloy as a playable character
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Honkai Impact 3rd featured Neon Genesis Evangelion's Asuka during a limited event
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Both Fischl and Sparkle have appeared in crossovers between HoYoverse's own titles
These past collaborations give me confidence that the Fate integration will be handled with care and attention to detail. Will they surpass these previous crossovers? I certainly hope so!
The Expanding World of Amphoreus
While the Fate collaboration is stealing most of the spotlight, let's not forget about the continuing expansion of the Amphoreus world. HoYoverse has been steadily introducing the "Chrysos Heirs" characters, with Tribbie, Mydei, and Castorice already confirmed.
Now with Phainon joining in Version 3.4's first half, the roster of characters from this new playable world continues to grow. I'm curious to see how these new additions will interact with the established cast and how they'll fit into the overarching narrative of Star Rail.
Final Thoughts
As July approaches, my excitement for Version 3.4 only grows stronger. The combination of new Amphoreus content and the Fate/Stay Night collaboration makes this potentially one of the most significant updates since the game's launch.
What are you most looking forward to in this update? Are you saving your pulls for Phainon, or are you holding out for the Fate characters? Perhaps both? The choices are tough when the content looks this good!
In the meantime, I'll be grinding for Stellar Jade and preparing my team compositions. After all, whether it's exploring the mysteries of Amphoreus or welcoming legendary heroes from another universe, the Astral Express journey continues to surprise and delight at every turn. Isn't that why we all fell in love with Honkai: Star Rail in the first place? ✨