Honkai: Star Rail Version 2.1 Update Patch Notes

Star Rail is an epic sci-fi RPG from miHoYo featuring a vast and dangerous universe.

With the announcement that Honkai Star Rail patch 2.0's tenure will be elongated by a week, players are granted a festive window to revel in the anniversary festivities, packed into the game's March version. Poised to launch two weeks prior, the official broadcast promises to unfurl the features of the stellar update version 2.1. Moreover, piloting enthusiasts can commence with pre-download mere days before the new features dock at the station.

About the Honkai: Star Rail 2.1 update on March 27, we've got all the leaks and rumors you may want to know:

1 - Release Date

▉ March 27th, 2024

The brilliant constellation of Honkai: Star Rail is set to shine even brighter with its 2.1 update, ushering in a new epoch for space wanderers on March 27, 2024.

2 - New Banners

The spotlight in update 2.1 will beam on legendary heroes who will grace many event banners, including 3 new banners and 2 reruns.

( These 5 banners will be separately released in two phases.)

Phase 1 (March 27 - April 16)

▉ Acheron (New!)

Shrouded in mystique, Acheron veils his true identity, boldly claiming to be a Galaxy Ranger. He gallivants across planets, striving to bestow justice wherever it's needed throughout the cosmos. Acheron follows the Non-existence creed, wielding electric might in his skirmishes.

- Rarity: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

- Path: Nothingness

- Element: Electric

▉ Gallagher (New!)

Belonging to the influential "Hounds" faction of the Family, Gallagher doubles as security and bartender at Dreams Hotel. Preferring peaceful mixology over riskier clan tasks, he adheres to the Abundance path and harnesses fire in confrontations.

- Rarity: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

- Path: Abundance

- Element: Fire

▉ Fu Xuan (Rerun)

The first wave could unveil Fu Xuan (Save: Quantum) as a legendary hero, tantalizing players with her "Eyes Closed" finesse.

- Rarity: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

- Path: Save

- Element: Quantum

Phase 2 (April 16 - May 7)

▉ Aventurine (New!)

Ascending the corporate ladder, Aventurine stands as a pivotal figure at KMM, now embarking on a critical mission to Penaconia. Associating with Topaz, this top executive influences the ongoing narrative of the planet. He practices Conservation, inflicting conceptual harm in duels.

- Rarity: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

- Path: Save

- Element: Imaginary

▉ Topaz (Rerun)

Following Aventurine's advent, Topaz shall emerge with "Anxiety and Bliss" in the second wave. An epic roster awaits disclosure subsequently.

- Rarity: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

- Path: Hunt

- Element: Fire

3 - New Characters

▉ SIOBHAN (NPC)

NPC Siobhan (Siobhan) will also be making a guest appearance within the pantheon of characters.

The future update promises Siobhan, a bartender, and Gallagher's peer, as a noteworthy NPC. She'll lead the "Vignettes in a Cup" event, potentially ascending to a playable 4-star icon in future updates, per insider chatter.

4 - New Lightcones

To complement the arrival of these heroes, new 5-star signature Light Cones will debut:

▉ "An inherently unfair fate"

- Facing an inherently unjust destiny, the defender gains a 60% buff in defense.

- Shielding an ally boosts their critical hits, yielding 64% heightened damage for duels lasting two turns.

- Additional strikes from the bearer amplify enemy damage by 12% for the same duration.

▉ "Along the Passing Shores"

- "Along the Passing Shores" bestows a 60% surge in critical damage.

- Attacking an enemy carries a certain chance to inflict the 'Empty Bubbles' debuff for a turn. This can only affect each foe once per assault.

- With this curse, the bearer’s damage climbs by 1%, and their ultimate attack strength rockets by 40%.

▉ "Concert for two"

- In "Concert for two," the protagonist enjoys a 32% defense improvement.

- Each shielded comrade on the field translates into an 8% damage increase for the bearer, pointing towards a collaborative strength in battle.

5 - New Events

The March patch doesn't just orbit around updates and enhancements; it's a celestial celebration dedicated to Honkai: Star Rail's first anniversary. With new events drawing upon familiar reruns and special occasions, players, referred to as Pioneers, are set to harvest a bounty of rewards.

* Some listed event titles are tentative. We'll provide updates as new details emerge.

▉ "Supreme Leader

Partake in the supreme event at Star Express territory. Revisit Pom-Pom, uncover enigmatic figurines, and earn exclusive rewards like self-shaping resin and a unique profile theme.

▉ Space Odyssey

Dive into a retro-styled combat event. Traverse the Memory Bubble arena, conquer arcade-like levels, and gather precious rewards along the way.

▉ Vignettes in a Cup

Help out as Dreams Hotel's bar manager by temporarily stepping in as bartender. Mix extraordinary drinks for unique patrons and secure a 4-star character of your choice.

▉ Comet Gift

The familiar daily check-in returns in patch 2.1. Sign in for seven days to collect 10 Special Star Passes, with Acheron likely headlining the event.

▉ Realm of Strangeness

During the "Kingdom of Strangeness" event, earn double compensation in the Caves of corrosion. Strive for additional Cave relics as a rumoured anniversary bonus may triple the bounty.

▉ Garden of Sets

In the "Garden of Sets," pass trials of gold and crimson "Sepals" over several days to double your haul of upgrade resources and Trail enhancement materials.

Each event is a tribute to the odyssey that players have embarked upon, symbolizing not just the distance traveled in the in-game universe but also the journey they've shared with Honkai: Star Rail since its inception.