Honkai: Star Rail Version 4.3, titled “The Lethe Below the Living”, will be released on June 1 for all available platforms. This update introduces a new chapter in the Planarcadia storyline, a new playable character, and several new gameplay features and events.
Key Facts
Version: 4.3 – “The Lethe Below the Living”
Platforms: PC, PlayStation 5, iOS, Android
Release Date: June 1
Download sizes for Version 4.3 have not been announced.
What’s in the Update
- New main story chapter: “The Lethe Below the Living”
- New playable character: Mortenax Blade (5-Star, Fire, Path of Nihility)
- New area: Inkford Hermitage
- New event: Gift of Tempered Blade
- New gameplay feature: Starward Mode
- New event: Wispae Amusement Park
- Rerun Warps: Yao Guang (Phase 1), Cyrene and Phainon (Phase 2)
- Planned summer collaboration event: Fate/Stay Night [Unlimited Blade Works]
Patch Notes Highlights
Version 4.3 introduces a new playable character, Mortenax Blade. He is a 5-Star character of the Fire element, following the Path of Nihility. His Ultimate initiates an enhanced state within a Bounded Field, increasing damage taken by all enemies. This state also unlocks his secondary skill, which utilizes a Sword Formation for increased damage output. Allies attacking enemies while Mortenax Blade is on the team apply a debuff that builds Charge for his Skill. This version also includes rerun Warps for Yao Guang in the first phase and both Cyrene and Phainon in the second phase.
Platform Availability and Times
Version 4.3, “The Lethe Below the Living,” will launch globally on June 1. Players on PC, PlayStation 5, iOS, and Android devices will be able to access the update simultaneously. Specific server downtime and maintenance schedules are not yet detailed but are expected to align with previous update rollouts.
What it Changes for Players
The arrival of Version 4.3 brings a significant expansion to the game’s narrative with a new chapter focusing on Mortenax Blade and the Trailblazer’s journey to Inkford Hermitage. Players will gain access to Mortenax Blade as a new playable character, adding a distinct debuffing and damage-dealing role to team compositions. The Gift of Tempered Blade event offers a free Trailblazer Outfit piece upon obtaining Mortenax Blade. Additionally, the Wispae Amusement Park allows for player customization within the World in Canvas, and Starward Mode introduces new challenges in endgame content.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the new playable character?
The new playable character is Mortenax Blade, a 5-Star Fire-type character on the Path of Nihility. His abilities focus on debuffing enemies and enhancing his own damage output.
What new story content is added?
Version 4.3 adds a new chapter to the Planarcadia arc, exploring the World in Canvas and visiting Inkford Hermitage. This content delves into the story of Mortenax Blade and the Trailblazer.
Are there any rerun characters in Version 4.3?
Yes, Version 4.3 will feature rerun Warps. The first phase will rerun Yao Guang, and the second phase will bring back both Cyrene and Phainon.
What is Starward Mode?
Starward Mode is a new gameplay addition to endgame content like Memory of Chaos and Pure Fiction. It consists of three distinct stages requiring three separate teams to clear for bonus Stellar Jades.
Is there a collaboration event planned?
A Fate/Stay Night [Unlimited Blade Works] collaboration event is planned for this summer, offering players a chance to earn characters such as Gilgamesh or Archer by logging in.
