Hello Trailblazers! It’s been a minute, and we’ve got some exciting news from the Honkai: Star Rail dev team. Prepare yourselves because version 2.7, titled “A New Venture on the Eighth Dawn,” is set to hit on December 4. This release will wrap up our ongoing saga in Penacony as we gear up for the Astral Express’s next journey to the mysterious realm of Amphoreus, also known as the Eternal Land. This update serves as the final chapter before we dive into version 3.0 and kick off a brand-new storyline.
Let’s take a quick look back. In our last story arc, Black Swan advised the Crew to explore Amphoreus—an area so elusive even Akivili, the Aeon of the Trailblaze, couldn’t reach it. Always up for a challenge, Navigator Himeko decides to gather as much info as possible about this uncharted territory. Meanwhile, the Crew makes a pit stop in Penacony to reconnect with familiar faces and make some memorable goodbyes before they set off on their next thrilling adventure.
### Familiar Faces in the Limelight Again
Remember that unforgettable show at Penacony Grand Theater? Those memories are as fresh as yesterday. It wasn’t just the Astral Express coming to life; Mr. Sunday reemerged too! Stepping away from leading the Oak Family, he chose to “Descend to the mortal realm to see what this world is truly like.” For him, it’s about leaving behind the blessings of Harmony and Order to chase a vision of utopia as a mere mortal. Thanks to a secretive Pepeshi named Wonweek, Sunday returns to Penacony for a final, mesmerizing performance before embarking on a new journey. Cloaked in a robe and hood to disguise his identity, he gives his last dance under the lights of the Planet of Festivities.
Sunday comes in as a 5-star Imaginary character with unique support abilities. His Skill allows an ally to take immediate action, boosting their damage output. If the ally has a Summon, both can act instantly and further enhance the damage boost. His Ultimate helps regenerate Energy for an ally, transforming them and their Summon into “The Beatified”. This grants them increased CRIT DMG through a bestowed halo.
Another familiar face making their return is Fugue, also known as our old friend Tingyun. After a brush with Phantylia that left her clinging to life, Tingyun was saved by Madam Ruan Mei from the Genius Society, who breathed new life into her. As luck would have it, Himeko and Welt recently visited Madam Ruan Mei, deciding to bring Miss Tingyun back home, thus rekindling her journey.
Fugue is a 5-star Fire character who excels at supporting allies by reducing enemy Toughness, regardless of their Type Weaknesses. While she’s in play, adversaries get afflicted with the Cloudflame Luster state, which puts them at risk for Break DMG when it’s stripped away. Plus, when teammates attack those Weakness Broken adversaries, they deal Super Break DMG. Her Ultimate deals out Fire DMG to all enemies, ignoring Weakness Types to directly cut down Toughness.
And there’s more! 5-star characters General Jing Yuan and Firefly will be back during the first and second halves of the version 2.7 warp event, bringing along their robust support skills to aid all your future voyages.
### New Features to Look Forward to in Version 2.7
Version 2.7 is packed with more than just fresh characters and storylines—it’s all about offering you an immersive journey. Discover the Astral Express’s new Party Car, where elegance meets nostalgia. Feel right at home amidst a spacious reception, complete with a marble bar and classic bartending robot. Whether you’re having a drink with the Express Crew or gazing at the cosmos, it’s bound to be a memorable experience.
Head upstairs, and you’ll find the Trailblazer’s personal quarters. Dive into the Cosmic Home Décor Guide event, where you’ll transform a once-empty room into a personalized haven, featuring cozy corners like bedrooms and bathrooms. By completing tasks, you earn Express Funds to gather furniture, watching as your room comes to life and reflect your cosmic journey.
Exciting changes are coming to the Relic system in version 3.0, allowing you to select a Relic’s Main Stat and Subsidiary Stats using specialized tools during synthesis. Utilizing the new item, Wishful Resin, alongside Self-Modeling Resin lets you set both the Main and Sub Stats for a Relic at once.
And before I sign off, here’s a little surprise: Pom-Pom found something special among the Trailblazer’s storage boxes! From the 2.7 update until the end of version 3.2, you can claim a Gift of the Express that lets you pick a regular 5-star character of your choice. The journey continues as we join forces with old and new allies—let’s keep traveling and battling side by side!
That’s a wrap on version 2.7 insights. But stay tuned—more surprises are on their way. We hope you’re as excited as we are, especially since our old friend Herta from the namesake Herta Space Station is fully ready for the adventures ahead. All this and more await when version 2.7 launches on December 4.
