Phainon appeared as an ally for the Trailblazer and Dan Heng basically since the Honkai: Star Rail Amphoreus storyline started, and now he’ll become a playable character in version 3.4. HoYoVerse teased his debut on social media with insights into what kind of unit he’ll be. He’ll show up on July 2, 2025.
As expected from someone who is a leader, Phainon will be a five-star Chrysos Heir. He’ll follow the path of Destruction, much like Mydei. This means he can target single opponents, but will likely have a Skill or Ultimate that hits a group of enemies. He’ll also deal Physical damage.
This means he’ll be the third Physical Destruction type unit in the game. The first form of the Trailblazer also follows that path and deals that type of damage. Clara, who’s been in the game since launch, is also on that path. Yunli, who debuted in 2.4, is that type as well.
Phainon isn’t the only Honkai: Star Rail playable character for 3.4. HoYoVerse already announced two others. Both are part of the upcoming Fate/Stay Night crossover event. Saber and Archer, from that series, will join as five-star playable units. We’ll also get Archer, the first male Quantum character, as a free one when he debuts.Â
Honkai: Star Rail is available for the PS5, PC, and mobile devices, and Phainon will launch as a playable character in 3.4 when that launches on July 2, 2025. The next update on 3.3 arrives this week, as the Special Program for it airs on May 9, 2025.
Published: May 6, 2025 12:00 pm