The latest update for Honkai: Star Rail, version 2.1 titled "Into the Yawning Chasm," is poised to expand the ongoing narrative with new adventures in Penacony's story. This update will introduce two Banners across different phases and a series of time-limited events to enrich the gaming experience. As Honkai: Star Rail celebrates its one-year anniversary, players can anticipate special bonuses and festivities.
Release Date and Time for Honkai Star Rail 2.1
The 2.1 update is set to go live on March 27th, Wednesday, at 3 am GMT, following the standard maintenance schedule. For players in the United States, the update will be available on March 26th, Tuesday, at 11 pm ET. Release times will vary by region:
- East Coast US: March 26th, 11 pm ET
- Central US: March 26th, 10 pm CT
- West Coast US: March 26th, 8 pm PT
- Australia: March 27th, 2 pm AET
- Japan: March 27th, 12 pm JST
- Europe: March 27th, 4 am CET
- UK: March 27th, 3 am GMT
These times are approximate, and players may access the patch slightly earlier or later.
2.1 Banners Overview
The 2.1 update introduces three new characters across two Banner phases, accompanied by returning 5-Star characters. The featured characters are as follows:
Additionally, new 5-Star Light Cones will be available alongside character Banners, with Acheron's and Aventurine's signature weapons featured during their respective phases.
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Upcoming Character Roster for Honkai: Star Rail Versions 2.0 to 2.2
2.1 Events and Anniversary Content
The update brings a plethora of events and new content, including:
- New areas: Clock Studios Theme Park and Dewlight Pavilion.
- Trailblazer Mission: The Devil in Velvet.
- Vignettes in a Cup event offering a chance to obtain a free 4-Star character.
- Anniversary events featuring special versions of Realm of the Strange and Planar Fissure.
- Cosmodyssey anniversary board game event.
- Festive Gifts event with up to 20 Star Rail Special Passes.
- A gift of 1,600 Stellar Jade on April 26th.
- New birthday cake design to mark the game's one-year anniversary.
- Simulated Universe update with World 9.
- Increased Relic inventory limit and new Planar Ornament sets.
- New Boss: Ten Stonehearts: Aventurine of Stratagems.
- Fate's Ensemble feature and updates to Fate's Atlas.
- New Ascension Material and Trace Materials.
- Additional Dream Ticker puzzles, Dreamscape Pass pages, and a Hanu Transformation upgrade.
Limited-Time Events:
The 2.1 update for Honkai Star Rail is not only bringing permanent content and login events but also introducing three special time-limited events to enhance the player experience. Here's a concise overview of these events:
Vignettes in a Cup Event
In this event, players step into the role of a drinksmith at Dreamjolt Hostelry. Your task is to concoct various beverages for the establishment's unique clientele, tailoring flavors, decorations, and ingredients to their tastes while empathizing with their stories.
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Rewards: Serving more customers leads to revenue level upgrades and rewards.
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Unlockable Character: As you progress, there's an opportunity to unlock a 4-Star character, potentially Gallagher, Misha, Xueyi, Hanya, Guinaifen, Luka, Lynx, or Yukong.
Tides of War Event
Referred to as "Tides of War," this battle-centric event challenges players to accumulate Grit Value through combat. Upon reaching the ultimate Grit Phase, a 'Might Unleashed' moment is triggered, providing significant combat enhancements.
- Strategic Team Building: Carefully select your team to maximize the benefits of the boosts and unleash powerful attacks.
Cosmodyssey Event
Cosmodyssey, the first anniversary event in Honkai Star Rail, invites players to a board game adventure inspired by previous in-game locations.
- Daily Dice Rolls: Roll the dice each day to trigger various in-game events.
- Trailblaze Funds: Collect funds to exchange for rewards or to make purchases on the game board.
- Assignments and Chance Events: Send characters on missions and navigate random events.
- Mini-Games: Engage in activities like the Windfall Slot Machine and Cookie Bakery.
- Personality Test: Discover more about yourself with an in-game personality assessment.
One-Year Anniversary Special Event
The anniversary event offers a range of bonuses:
- Triple Rewards: Special versions of the Realm of the Strange and Planar Fissure events will yield triple the usual rewards.
- Festive Gifts Event: Log in daily for seven days to earn up to 20 Star Rail Special Passes.
- Stellar Jade Gift: On April 26th, receive 1,600 Stellar Jade via mail.
- First-Time Top-Up Reset: The Oneiric Pouch's first-time top-up bonuses will be reset with the 2.1 update launch.
These events are designed to celebrate the one-year milestone of Honkai Star Rail and provide players with exciting new content and rewards. Enjoy the festivities and the new content in version 2.1!
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