- Trailblazers journey back a thousand years into the ancient empire of Okhema, uncovering the reign of Imperator Cerydra and the origin of the Law Coreflame.
- A dramatic confrontation unfolds in Styxia as the Trailblazer faces Lygus, a powerful enemy with two shifting forms and a hidden identity.
- As the Eternal Recurrence cycle deepens, the Trailblazer’s role as the Deliverer takes center stage in the escalating battle to rescue Amphoreus.
HoYoverse is gearing up to release Honkai: Star Rail Version 3.5 update, titled Before Their Deaths, on August 13, 2025. This massive update picks up the second half of the Amphorean story arc, taking us deeper into ancient lore, debuting two new 5-star characters, and unveiling brand-new events and features for Trailblazers across the galaxy.
Main Story Progression: Return to Okhema, A Thousand Years Ago
After accepting the Deliverer’s role and witnessing Phainon’s fiery stand against Nanook, the Trailblazer’s journey to rescue Amphoreus is far from over. In the new Trailblaze Mission, players will travel back a millennium alongside Cyrene into Okhema, the lost empire once ruled by Imperator Cerydra. The Eternal Recurrence cycle continues as the stakes rise, and the past threatens to reshape the future.
New Playable Characters in HSR Version 3.5
Hysilens
Making her long-awaited debut, Hysilens is a 5-Star Physical Nihility unit and the steadfast commander of the Holy City’s knights. She’s a DoT powerhouse that thrives in teams built around damage-over-time.
Her Ultimate creates a Zone that triggers bonus DoTs for every enemy already afflicted, while also lowering their ATK and DEF. Her Basic, Skill, and Ultimate all have a chance to inflict random types of DoT, and her Skill increases the DMG enemies take, letting your whole team shine brighter.
Cerydra
Holder of the Law Coreflame and the mind behind the first Flame-Chase Journey, Cerydra is a 5-Star Wind Harmony support who turns her allies into unstoppable forces.
Her Skill grants a growing buff called Military Merit that boosts ATK and eventually unlocks CRIT DMG and RES PEN boosts, plus skill replication. Her Ultimate dishes out AoE damage and charges herself, allowing for sustained support as battles drag on.
Stellar Reruns: Kafka and Silver Wolf Return
Version 3.5 isn’t just about the newcomers. Fan-favorite 5-Stars Kafka (First half) and Silver Wolf (second half) are making a return via limited-time banners. Their synergy with DoT teams (Kafka) and Quantum/Hack-heavy squads (Silver Wolf) makes this an excellent opportunity to round out your roster with some serious support firepower.
Explore Styxia, the City of Infinite Revelry
Say hello to a stunning new map: Styxia, a dazzling dreamland hiding deadly secrets. The Trailblazers will confront Lygus, a formidable boss with two shifting forms, and a hidden truth that may change everything. This location feels like a visual treat with high narrative stakes.
New Events: From Restaurants to Drinks with Old Friends
- Chrysos Maze Grand Restaurant – Manage a restaurant in Aedes Elysiae, serve the fairies, and renovate the venue to earn their praise.
- Old Brews & New Friends – Return to the Dreamjolt Hostelry as a guest drinksmith and reconnect with familiar faces for heartwarming slice-of-life stories.
Extra Features: Voice Toggles and Gamescom Presence
Trailblazers can now switch voice lines between in-game dubs and original licensed VAs for collab characters, finally offering full customization for fans. And if you’re attending gamescom, don’t forget to swing by the HSR booth for freebies and fun!
Final Thoughts
From unraveling ancient Okhema’s secrets to commanding a fairy-run bistro, Version 3.5 delivers both high-stakes lore and cozy downtime in equal measure. Hysilens and Cerydra are shaping up to be not just meta-relevant, but narratively crucial.
Combine that with Kafka and Silver Wolf reruns, a mysterious new boss, and much-needed QoL changes, and it’s safe to say: Before Their Deaths might be one of Honkai: Star Rail’s most well-rounded updates yet.
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