Honkai Star Rail V3.8 Update Summary

While Honkai: Star Rail’s Version 3.7 is still fresh with new adventures, Version 3.8 is already on the horizon—and it’s bringing exciting updates for Trailblazers.​

In this piece, we’ll break down the key details of Version 3.8: from the debut of new playable character The Dahlia to returning fan-favorites in re-run banners, plus fresh gameplay modes. Curious about team-building with The Dahlia or grabbing that missed character? Keep reading to prep for Version 3.8!​

3.8 Beta Amphoreus

 

V3.8 New Character The Dahlia

Per the latest updates, The Dahlia—the new character set to debut in Honkai: Star Rail Version 3.8—is a Fire-element unit following the Nihility Path, with her core role defined as a "top-tier Break Support." A key part of her kit is that she can deal Super Break Damage even when the target’s Toughness isn’t at 0, meaning she doesn’t require full Toughness depletion to boost a team’s Break damage output, and she also exclusively recovers Firefly’s Energy, with this effect only triggerable by the two of them.

Widely expected to either challenge or replace Ruan Mei as the core support in Break teams, Dahlia stands out for her meta-shaping potential, and she offers fresh synergy options for Trailblazers looking to optimize their Break team compositions.

 

Version 3.8 Rerun Characters Prediction

Given Dahlia’s role as a "Break Team Support," Version 3.8’s rerun characters will likely focus on "Break Team Damage Dealers" to help players pair her with compatible units and build cohesive Break teams.

First Half Banner

Dahlia’s new character banner in the first half of the version is expected to be accompanied by the rerun of Rappa. As a damage-focused unit specialized in dealing Break damage, Rappa aligns perfectly with Dahlia’s supportive position，allowing players to immediately assemble a functional Break team once they unlock both characters—eliminating the need to wait for additional reruns to fill core roles.

Second Half Banner

The second half banner may feature Bootill’s rerun. Bootill’s skill mechanics are highly compatible with the Break system, and its inclusion in the later phase of the version will offer players a second option for a Break-focused damage dealer, especially for those who missed Rappa in the upper half. Beyond Bootill, there is also speculation about potential reruns of older characters from around Version 2.0, such as Fugue, Lingsha, and Yunli. This possibility arises because Version 3.8 only introduces one new limited character, making "double reruns" in the lower half feasible.

For players who enjoy Break-focused gameplay, this version’s banners are a "gospel," but the concentrated release of key characters means it’s essential to plan resources in advance to avoid "excessive pressure" on the wallet.

Rappa	Boothill	Fugue
Lingsha	Yunli

 

New Stages in the Divergent Universe

 

Don't miss out on this time-limited offer!

 

New Gameplay Tutorial

HP Count

Units with "HP Count" will not lose HP when attacked, but their "HP Count" will decrease instead. When the "HP Count" reaches zero, the unit will be knocked down. Healing and Shield effects cannot prevent "HP Count" reduction.

When ally characters defeat enemy targets, they will regain "HP Count".  When a memosprite defeats an enemy target, the memomaster will regain "HP Count."

 

Back Row Target

Back Row Target is located in the back of the formation on the field and cannot be selected by "Single Target ATK" and "Blast"-type abilities. "AoE ATK," "Bounce," and "Follow-Up ATK" abilities can hit enemy Back Row Targets.

When an enemy with "Back Row Target" is defeated, DMG dealt to the enemy boss increases up to 2000%. This effect will be removed when the enemy boss enters a new phase.

 

HP Overload

Units in the "Overloadable" state will convert any damage exceeding their current HP into "HP Overload" and won't be knocked down as a result.

When "Overload Settlement" on the action bar takes action, HP calculation will be performed. Units with HP below 0 will receive fatal damage. It is recommended to select multiple characters who excel at shielding and healing to keep your ally units' HP up.

 

Hallucinogenic Mermaid

After the Boss Enemy receives a certain number of attacks, one ally character will enter the "Phantom Illusion" state. While in this state, the "Hallucinogenic Mermaid" will take the character's place in combat. "Hallucinogenic Mermaid" will inherit some of the character's stats.

"Hallucinogenic Mermaid" cannot receive healing or Shield effects, and deals massive DMG to all allies when defeated. Using Skill as "Hallucinogenic Mermaid" applies DoT effect based on target's Max HP and triggers additional DoT calculations. Using Basic ATK dispels the "Phantom Illusion" state. It is recommended to select characters that can Support "Hallucinogenic Mermaid" to fully utilize the powerful DoT effects from its Skill.

 

New Boss--Calamity Boss

Rarity	Base HP	Base ATK	Base DEF	Speed	Toughness
Littleboss	2190498	718	115	190	200

 

New Penacony Map

New Penacony Maps: Dream of Gnawing Oak, Burn Like My Heart.

New achievement: Defeat the enemy target with Super Break DMG while it's under Toughness Protection.

 

New Characters

In the HSR V3.8, a new character called Styllus, with a Girl body type, has been introduced.

 

New Room Decorations and Accessories

In version 3.8, a series of new room decorations will be added, most of which are related to the Chrysos Heris and mementos from our time in Amphoreus.

MC Accessories

4-Star Deliverer's Wreath

4-Star Garbdriver

 

Conclusion

That’s all for the Honkai: Star Rail Version 3.8 update highlights! We’ll keep a close eye on and share the latest news promptly, so stay tuned to LDShop. As a stable and secure top-up platform for Honkai: Star Rail, LDShop is your go-to choice if you want to get sufficient in-game resources to boost your combat power!