HSR Aeon Aha Kit, Materials, Relics, Teams, Eidolons and More

Aeon ★ Aha is stepping onto the battlefield in Honkai: Star Rail as a 5-star Quantum character following the Path of Elation. With a unique kit built around Elation, Punchline, and team-oriented mechanics, Aha can strengthen allies while contributing damage through their own abilities and special effects. Whether you are planning to pre-farm for Aha or simply want to understand how their kit works, this guide covers Aha’s skills, Traces, Eidolons, Ascension materials, and Trace materials to help you prepare your resources efficiently.

 

Aeon Aha Overview

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

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!”

Aeon Aha Skill Priority

Skill Priority: Talent = Elation Skill > Skill = Ultimate > Basic ATK

Aeon ★ Aha’s Talent and Elation Skill should be prioritized first. Her Talent is the core of her gameplay loop, controlling Wishpower generation while also providing team-wide CRIT DMG bonuses and interacting with the enhanced Elation mechanics during Faces of Elation. Her Elation Skill is also a major source of personal damage, dealing AoE Quantum Elation DMG followed by additional True DMG based on the total damage dealt during the current Aha Instant. Combat Skills Combat Skills

Her Skill is the next priority, as it applies Emanator of Elation to one ally, increases that ally’s Elation by 20%, and triggers a Follow-up ATK. The marked ally also generates Wishpower for Aha at the start of their turns, making the Skill important for both team support and Ultimate cycling. Combat Skills

The Ultimate remains worth leveling for its AoE and bounce damage, but its main value comes from activating Faces of Elation, so it can generally be upgraded alongside the Skill. Basic ATK has the lowest priority and can be left for last. Current Beta databases likewise place Talent and Elation Skill ahead of Skill and Ultimate.

Recommended Priority:

Talent = Elation Skill > Skill = Ultimate > Basic ATKn Aha Skill Priority

 

Aeon Aha Kit

Basic ATK

Starfrost, Showtime!

Single Target

Deals 50% Quantum Elation DMG to one designated enemy target.

Skill

This Emanator Was Certified by Aha™

Support

Causes one designated ally to gain the "Emanator of Elation" state, then immediately launches a Follow-up ATK, dealing 50% Quantum Elation DMG to all enemies. "Emanator of Elation" state lasts for the entire battle until switching to the next target. The target with the "Emanator of Elation" state has their Elation stat increased by 20% and, at the start of their turn, causes Aeon ★ Aha to gain 1 point(s) of "Wishpower."

Ultimate

Aha! Let There Be Laughter

AoE

Aeon ★ Aha gains the "Faces of Elation" state, lasting for 3 turn(s). At the start of each Aeon ★ Aha's turn, duration decreases by 1. Deals 200% Quantum Elation DMG to all enemies, then deals 5 instance(s) of DMG. Each instance deals 60% Quantum Elation DMG to one random enemy.

Talent

Work Wonders with THEM

Enhance

The Ultimate can be activated once "Wishpower" reaches 8 points. Aeon ★ Aha gains 1 point(s) of "Wishpower" after using Basic ATK, Skill, or Elation Skill. Once the team's Punchline reach 40 points for the first time, Aeon ★ Aha will immediately gain 1 points of "Wishpower," then increase all allies' CRIT DMG by 24% for 3 turn(s). This can be triggered again after Aha's turn ends.

Faces of Elation ★ Ex Nihilo

Enhance

While possessing the "Faces of Elation" state, Aeon ★ Aha causes allies' Path of Elation to ascend, enhancing Punchline and the "Certified Banger" state into Bliss and the "Party Trick" state. Bliss recovers 10% of the consumed Punchline at the end of the "Aha Instant" turn. During "Faces of Elation," DMG dealt by Aeon ★ Aha ignores 30% of the enemy target's DEF.

The True Story of Aha

Enhance

When Aeon ★ Aha and teammates deal DMG, additionally deal "Elation Debt" effect equal to 25% of the DMG to the enemy target. During the enemy target's phase transition, they maintain the "Elation Debt" value, with a maximum not exceeding 10% of the target's Max HP.

Technique

ABRACADABRA!

Enhance

After using the Technique, creates a special zone around this unit lasting 20 seconds. Enemies within the special zone are inflicted with "Misjudgment." Enemies under "Misjudgment" cannot detect our targets. Upon entering combat, Aha immediately gains 1 extra turn that adds a fixed 20 Punchline to the count.

Elation Skill

Yes Aha At Full Moon

AoE

Deals 60%Quantum Elation DMG to all enemies, then deals True DMG based on 20% of the total DMG dealt by this Aha Instant, equally distributed among all enemies.

Bonus Ability

Bonus Ability 1 A Prank on Aeons

Skill's Follow-Up ATK additionally deals 20% Elation DMG of the corresponding Type to the target with "Emanator of Elation" state and recovers 1 Skill Point(s). The Elation DMG additionally dealt in this instance does not count as 1 instance of attack.

Bonus Ability 2 A Carnival in Whimsy

When receiving healing or a Shield provided by a teammate, gains 1 point(s) of "Wishpower." This can be triggered up to 1 times. The trigger count resets after using Ultimate.

Bonus Ability 3 A Box of Everything

When Aeon ★ Aha's SPD is 125/150 or higher, Elation increases by 120%/150%.

Exclusive Effect

Aha Instant in

Support

Effect obtained after acquiring Aeon ★ Aha or when Aeon ★ Aha is in the current team: In combat, Aeon ★ Aha will personally lead the "Aha Instant" and can fast-forward the Elation Skill being used. The base SPD of "Aha Instant" increases from 80 to Aeon ★ Aha's base SPD.

 

Aha Eidolons

Eidolon	Effect
E1 Who Giggled at the Primordial Hush?	When entering combat, immediately gain 4 point(s) of "Wishpower," and merrymakes Elation DMG dealt by all ally targets by 15%.
E2 Between THEIR Eyes and Yours	Enhances Elation Path ascension effects
E3 A Stacked Deck of Sorrow and Joy	Ultimate Lv. +2, up to a maximum of Lv. 15. Basic ATK Lv. +1, up to a maximum of Lv. 10. Elation Skill Lv. +1, up to a maximum of Lv. 15.
E4 A Joke's Fate Boxed in Black	Increases the multiplier of the True DMG dealt by Elation Skills by 25% of the original multiplier. When Aeon ★ Aha deals Elation DMG, an additional 100% of the cumulative "Certified Banger" stacks possessed by teammates will be taken into the account.
E5 Moi Onstage and Me Offstage	Skill Lv. +2, up to a maximum of Lv. 15. Talent Lv. +2, up to a maximum of Lv. 15. Elation Skill Lv. +1, up to a maximum of Lv. 15.
E6 For THEY Said: You Are Elation	Enemy targets always have the "Elation Debt" effect that is at least equal to 20% of the target's Max HP. The first time Aeon ★ Aha casts the Ultimate, Aha immediately gains 1 extra turn that adds a fixed 40 Punchline to the count. Each subsequent Ultimate cast advances the Aha's action by 20%.

 

Aha Materials

If you plan to fully build Aha, you will need materials in the following chart!

Aeon ★ Aha Skill Materials

Material	Amount
Credit	2，260，000
Tracks of Destiny	6
The Fluffy Hand-drawn Storyboards	14
The Fluffy Serialization Memorial Issue	53
The Fluffy Collector's Edition	104
High Hopes of the Falsely Enlightened	9
Whimsy Wax	33
Dreamweave Steel	49
Lucid Awl	36

Aeon ★ Aha Ascension Materials

Materials	Amount
Credit	308，000
Sneering Harlequin	6
Whimsy Wax	15
Dreamweave Steel	15
Lucid Awl	15

Aha Materials Total

Material	Amount
Credit	2，568，000
Tracks of Destiny	6
The Fluffy Hand-drawn Storyboards	14
The Fluffy Serialization Memorial Issue	53
The Fluffy Collector's Edition	104
High Hopes of the Falsely Enlightened	9
Whimsy Wax	48
Dreamweave Steel	64
Lucid Awl	51
Sneering Harlequin	6

 

Best Relics for Aha

Best: 4-Piece Dreamlit Actor

Dreamlit Actor is currently the most synergistic Relic set for Aeon ★ Aha. Its 2-Piece effect increases SPD by 6%, while the 4-Piece effect increases the Elation of an ally targeted by the wearer’s Skill. When Aha has enough Certified Banger, it can also provide additional CRIT DMG to the entire team.

This set fits Aha particularly well because her Skill naturally targets the team’s main Elation DPS with Emanator of Elation, allowing her to strengthen that character while progressing her own Wishpower cycle.

Alternative: 4-Piece Diviner of Distant Reach

Diviner of Distant Reach is a strong alternative for a more SPD- and personal-damage-oriented build. It provides 6% SPD from the 2-Piece bonus, grants additional CRIT Rate at the 120/160 SPD thresholds, and increases all allies’ Elation after the wearer uses their first Elation Skill in battle.

It becomes particularly attractive if you can comfortably push Aha toward 160 SPD, as this allows her to obtain the full CRIT Rate bonus while acting more frequently.

Support Alternative: Sacerdos’ Relived Ordeal

Sacerdos’ Relived Ordeal can also work as a support-focused alternative. Its 4-Piece effect increases the CRIT DMG of an ally targeted by the wearer’s Skill or Ultimate, which synergizes with Aha repeatedly using her Skill on the team’s primary Elation damage dealer. 

Relic Priority:

Dreamlit Actor > Diviner of Distant Reach > Sacerdos’ Relived Ordeal

 

Best Planar Ornaments

Best: God’s Moment of Joy

God’s Moment of Joy is currently Aha’s strongest Planar Ornament option. It increases SPD by 6% and, when the wearer reaches at least 40% Elation, immediately advances their action by 40% upon entering combat.

Both effects are highly valuable for Aha. More SPD means more actions, faster Wishpower generation, and easier access to her important SPD breakpoints, while the opening Action Advance lets her apply Emanator of Elation earlier.

Alternative: Broken Keel

Broken Keel is a good team-oriented alternative. It provides Effect RES and, after reaching 30% Effect RES, grants 10% CRIT DMG to all allies. This sacrifices some of Aha’s personal tempo in exchange for additional team utility. 

Alternative: Sprightly Vonwacq

Sprightly Vonwacq can be used when opening turn order is especially important, as reaching 120 SPD provides the same 40% initial Action Advance. However, its Energy Regeneration Rate bonus is less valuable for Aha in the current Beta because her Ultimate is activated through 8 Wishpower rather than conventional Energy. Beebom

For this reason, God’s Moment of Joy is generally the cleaner fit for her current kit.

Planar Priority:

God’s Moment of Joy > Broken Keel / Sprightly Vonwacq

 

Main Stats and Substats

Aha’s current Beta build focuses heavily on SPD and CRIT, rather than conventional ATK scaling. Current build databases recommend CRIT Rate Body, SPD Feet, HP Planar Sphere, and DEF Link Rope.

Relic Slot	Recommended Main Stat
Body	CRIT Rate
Feet	SPD
Planar Sphere	HP%
Link Rope	DEF%

Substat Priority:
SPD > CRIT Rate = CRIT DMG > HP% / DEF%

SPD is especially important because Aha has a major Trace breakpoint tied directly to it. At 125 SPD, her Elation increases by 120%, while reaching 150 SPD raises that bonus to 150%. Combat Skills

For that reason, 150 SPD should be treated as a major build target. If you are using Diviner of Distant Reach, pushing further toward 160 SPD can also activate the maximum CRIT Rate bonus from the Relic set.

Unlike conventional Quantum DPS characters, Aha’s current kit deals Quantum Elation DMG, and Elation damage uses its own scaling system rather than relying primarily on regular ATK% and DMG% buffs. This is why current Beta recommendations favor defensive Sphere and Rope main stats while obtaining damage through Elation, SPD, and CRIT instead.

 

Best Aha Teams

Aeon ★ Aha is designed primarily around Elation teams. Her biggest synergy comes from enhancing the Path of Elation itself during Faces of Elation, improving the team’s Punchline-related mechanics and enabling additional benefits during Aha Instants. Combat Skills

Premium Elation Team

Sparxie

Aeon ★ Aha

Yao Guang

Pearl

This is one of the most natural full-Elation compositions for Aha based on the current Beta. Sparxie acts as the primary damage dealer, Aha provides Elation amplification and additional damage, Yao Guang improves the team’s Elation and Aha Instant cycle, while Pearl occupies the sustain slot. Current pre-release team testing and guides repeatedly use this four-character core.

Aha should generally apply Emanator of Elation to Sparxie in this setup. The state increases the selected ally’s Elation by 20%, while every turn taken by that ally generates one Wishpower for Aha. Combat Skills

Silver Wolf LV.999 Team

Silver Wolf LV.999

Aeon ★ Aha

Yao Guang

Pearl

Silver Wolf LV.999 can take the main DPS slot instead of Sparxie. Aha supports her through Emanator of Elation and the enhanced Elation mechanics activated by Faces of Elation, while Yao Guang and Pearl complete the Elation core. This lineup is also appearing frequently in early V1 testing, although exact comparisons between the Silver Wolf and Sparxie versions are still developing.

 

Conclusion

That covers Aeon ★ Aha’s skills and materials in Honkai: Star Rail. With a distinctive Elation-focused kit that combines team support with personal damage, Aha is shaping up to be an important character for Elation-based teams. If you are planning to pull for and build Aha, you can start preparing the required Ascension and Trace materials in advance.