HSR 4.7 Banner: Nihilux, the Aeon Aha

The HSR 4.7 banner has its first major reveal, and it is probably the biggest surprise of the entire Planarcadia arc.

HoYoverse has officially revealed Aeon ★ Aha, a new 5-star Quantum character following the Path of Elation. If you have been following recent story developments or earlier information about Nihilux, the reveal finally answers one of the biggest questions surrounding her identity.

For now, Aha is the only new 5-star revealed for Version 4.7. Here is everything we currently know about the Honkai: Star Rail 4.7 banners, including Aha, the expected release date, and possible reruns.

HSR 4.7 Banner Overview

New	Rerun
Aeon ★ Aha	TBA

HSR 4.7 Release Date

Honkai: Star Rail Version 4.7 is currently expected to release around November 11, 2026.

This date is based on the current version schedule and the usual six-week update cycle. Version 4.5 launched on August 26 and is a shortened five-week patch, while Version 4.6 is expected to return to a normal update length.

That would put the estimated 4.7 schedule around:

Phase	Expected Date
Version 4.7 Phase 1	Around November 11, 2026
Version 4.7 Phase 2	Around December 2, 2026

Aeon Aha Is the New HSR 4.7 Character

Rarity: 5-star | Element: Quantum | Path: Elation

Yes, Aha is becoming playable.

The new character has been officially introduced under the name Aeon ★ Aha, rather than simply Nihilux. Aha is a 5-star Quantum Elation character, making her another major addition to the Elation roster after characters such as Yao Guang, Sparxie, Silver Wolf LV.999, Aventurine • Waveflair, and Pearl.

The official introduction also makes her identity very clear. Aha refers to the countless masks and identities THEY have taken before declaring:

“Who is Aha? I am Aha!”

That is a pretty direct reveal.

This is especially notable because Aha is not simply another follower of the Path of Elation. Aha is the Aeon of Elation itself, the same entity behind the Aha Instant mechanic used by Elation characters.

Is Nihilux Actually Aha?

Yes. The character players previously knew as Nihilux is now being presented as Aeon ★ Aha for her playable release.

Earlier information consistently connected Nihilux with Aha and suggested that she would receive a special Aeon title when she became playable. The official reveal has now moved away from using Nihilux as the playable character name and directly presents her as Aha.

HSR 4.7 Rerun Banners

There is currently no reliable HSR 4.7 rerun lineup.

Several character names have already appeared in community discussions, but the information is still too inconsistent to lock any of them into Phase 1 or Phase 2.

Final Thoughts on HSR 4.7 Banner

The HSR 4.7 banner is already looking unusual with Aeon ★ Aha as its first confirmed new character. What initially looked like Nihilux's playable debut has turned into something much bigger, with the Aeon of Elation stepping directly into the roster as a 5-star Quantum Elation character.

If Version 4.6 and 4.7 both have characters you want, it may be worth planning your Stellar Jade early. You can also top up Honkai: Star Rail on LDShop if you need more Oneiric Shards before Aha's banner arrives.

FAQ

Is Nihilux playable in HSR 4.7?

The character previously known as Nihilux is being released under the playable name Aeon ★ Aha. The official reveal directly identifies her as Aha.

When will HSR 4.7 release?

Version 4.7 is expected around November 11, 2026, based on the current patch schedule. HoYoverse has not officially confirmed the exact release date yet.

What element and Path is Aha?

Aha is a 5-star Quantum character following the Path of Elation.