Honkai Star Rail Rerun Character Roadmap 3.8-4.2: New Limited Characters & Stellar Jades Guide
2025-12-19
Honkai: Star Rail players are already buzzing about which characters might show up in the next few patches. Versions 3.8 to 4.2 are going to feature a mix of rerun favorites and brand-new limited units. So, it is the right moment to start planning how you will spend your Stellar Jades.
Just a quick note before we continue: everything here comes from community discussions and early leak talk. HoYoverse can adjust the schedule at any point, so think of this guide about Honkai: Star Rail's new limited characters and reruns as a helpful forecast rather than confirmed information.
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HSR Version 3.8: Focus on Break-Based Synergy
Honkai: Star Rail Version 3.8 is confirmed to run longer than usual. It is stretched to about 8 weeks. Due to that, the update is split into 3 banner phases instead of the normal 2. This means players will see three separate sets of character banners released one after another throughout the patch.
| Honkai: Star Rail Version 3.8 | ||
| Phases | New Character | Rerun Characters |
| Phase 1 | The Dahlia | Firefly |
| Phase 2 | Fugue, Lingsha | |
| Phase 3 | Aglaea, Sunday | |
New Limited Characters
The Dahlia
There is only one new character release scheduled for HSR 3.8. The Dahlia (aka Constance) is a 5-star Fire and Nihility character who acts as a specialized Super Break support in HSR. She focuses on increasing Break-oriented teams by elevating enemy vulnerability and speeding up Break cycles. Many players expect her to become a core unit for future Super Break lineups.
Rerun Banners
Honkai Star Rail rerun character banners in 3.8 are split into three phases, with a focus on characters that pair well with Dalia:
Firefly
Firefly remains one of the strongest 5-star Break-focused DPS units in Honkai: Star Rail. She is known for her high speed and reliable Break damage. Although tougher enemy shields in later patches have slowed Break teams down, The Dahlia's new Super Break mechanics could restore Firefly's impact. Players aiming to build a powerful Super Break lineup will find Firefly an ideal partner for The Dahlia.
Fugue
Fugue is a strong 5-star Break support who increases allies' toughness reduction and converts it into Super Break damage. Her abilities make her essential for any Break-focused team.
Lingsha
Lingsha is a 5-star ATK-based healer who fights alongside her summon, Fuyuan, which deals AoE damage, heals the team, and removes one debuff each turn. Her Ultimate increases enemies' Break damage taken by 25% for 2 turns, which makes her a valuable asset in Break teams.
Aglaea
Aglaea is a 5-star Remembrance and Lightning character in Honkai: Star Rail. Here, DMG in supreme Stance is very effective if there are the right support teammates.
Sunday
Sunday is an amazing 5-star Harmony and Imaginary character. He gives your DPS and their Summon an additional turn via his Skill and elevates their damage scale.
Honkai Star Rail 3.8 Rerun Banner Schedule
| HSR 3.8 Banners | The Dahlia | Dec. 16, 2025 - Jan. 07, 2026 |
| Firefly | Dec. 16, 2025 - Jan. 07, 2026 | |
| Fugue | Jan. 07, 2026 - Jan. 28, 2026 | |
| Lingsha | Jan. 07, 2026 - Jan. 28, 2026 | |
| Aglaea | Jan. 28, 2026 - Feb. 12, 2026 | |
| Sunday | Jan. 28, 2026 - Feb. 12, 2026 |
HSR Version 4.0: Focus on Break-Based Synergy
First things first, don't get confused that we forgot to mention Honkai: Star Rail version 3.9. Actually, there will be no HSR 3.9 banner. Amphoreus' storyline wraps up in Version 3.7, and the leaks suggest that 3.8 will bring players back to Penacony for a short visit before the game shifts toward its next major chapter in 4.0.
Version 4.0 reverts to the standard schedule of two phases with new limited characters and corresponding reruns.
| Honkai: Star Rail Version 4.0 | ||
| Phases | New Character | Rerun Characters |
| Phase 1 | Yao Guang | Sparkle (Base Harmony-Version) |
| Phase 2 | Hanami (SP Sparkle) | Cerydra |
New Limited Characters
Yao Guang
Yao Guang is a member of the Xianzhou Alliance and one of the seven Arbiter Generals of the Cloud Knights. So far, we have limited details about this Honkai: Star Rail new limited character, but the HSR 4.0 leaks confirm that she is also a main damage dealer (Main DPS) and may be stronger than Hanami.
Hanami (SP Sparkle)
Hanami is a 5-star SP form of Sparkle, a Fire-element character following the Path of Elation. She is going to be the first Elation DPS in the HSR. Leaks portray her as a high-damage hyper-carry who burns several Skill Points in one turn to deliver heavy damage, similar to the playstyle seen with Dan Heng • Imbibitor Lunae. Her skill set can also be somewhat predicted based on the effects of the newly introduced Relic sets.
Rerun Banners
Sparkle (Base Harmony-Version)
There are strong chances that the base Harmony-version Sparkle will pair with her SP form Hanami. She is best for Hanami because she can 4 Skill points instantly through her Ultimate and increase the team's maximum Skill Point cap by 2 (allowing up to 7 Skill Points total), which is crucial for Hanami's high Skill Point demand.
Cerydra
Till Honkai: Star Rail version 4.0, Cerydra will be among the only few remaining Version 3.x characters who haven't received a rerun so far. Therefore, her inclusion is very likely.
HSR Version 4.1: New Faces from Ten Stone Hearts and Galaxy Rangers
Honkai: Star Rail 4.1 will introduce another two new limited characters, along with reruns of fan-favorite older characters.
New Limited Characters
Pearl
Pearl is releasing in HSR 4.1 as an Elation healer. She is a member of the Ten Stone Hearts and the senior manager of the IPC’s Strategic Investment Department. Still, we have very little information about her kit or role.
La Mancha
La Mancha is rumored to be the "Leader of the Righteous". He is the current leader of the Galaxy Rangers and a potential Emanator of the Path of the Hunt. As an Emanator, he may have unique mechanics tied to the Hunt Path's focus on single-target damage and speed. However, it is still uncertain whether he will join the banners.
Rerun Banners
Cyrene
Cyrene is a 5-star Ice and Remembrance character. She supports Chrysos Heir characters with exclusive buffs. She also enables True Damage for the team and provides a party-wide damage increase. She also instantly fills all allies' Ultimate gauges when she casts her first Ultimate.
Acheron
Acheron is a 5-star Nihility and Lightning character with powerful DPS to annihilate enemies via her powerful Ultimate. She benefits most from having Nihility teammates.
Jiaoqiu
Jiaoqiu is a 5-star Nihility and Fire character. He is built around weakening enemies through debuffs. His Ashen Roast increases the damage enemies receive, while his Ultimate further amplifies the damage they take from Ultimates. This makes him a strong support for DoT setups and an excellent partner for Ultimate-focused DPS characters.
Yunli
Yunli is a 5-star Destruction and Physical character. She is a follow-up damage dealer who shines through powerful counterattacks. She deals especially high damage after activating her Ultimate. Her Ultimate needs to be used before enemies take their turns, so she can respond with effective counters.
HSR Version 4.2: Anniversary Update with Highly Anticipated New Characters
Honkai: Star Rail 4.2 will be the anniversary update for HSR and include two new limited characters and related reruns.
| Phases | New Character | Rerun Characters |
| Phase 1 | Yae Sakura | Sparkle |
| Phase 2 | Silver Wolf | Herta |
New Limited Characters
Yae Sakura (Playable Form)
Yae Sakura is a fan-favorite from Honkai Impact 3rd, so her debut in HSR is as an Ice-element character following the Path of Elation. Leaks suggest that her best playstyle is in "mono-Elation" teams.
Silver Wolf (5-Star SP Form)
A new version of Silver Wolf is rumored to follow the Erudition path, with her element still unknown. Although little has been revealed, this path usually points to an AoE-focused role as either a main or secondary damage dealer.
Rerun Banners
Sparkle
Sparkle is a 5-star character from the Quantum element. She is an effective support for DPS units that consume a lot of Skill Points. She can push an ally's turn forward and increase the team's damage whenever a Skill Point is spent.
Herta
Herta is the 83rd member of the Genius Society and master of the Herta Space Station. As an Erudition DPS, she can perform exceptionally well in all endgame and general content. She can also find Treasure Chests around the map.
How to Save Stellar Jades for Honkai: Star Rail 3.8-4.2 Versions
It has become more important than ever to manage Stellar Jades to get the most from Honkai: Star Rail new limited characters and rerun units. Some of the crucial tips to save Stellar Jades are:
- Set clear pull priorities and focus only on characters that fit your main teams.
- Skip banners that don't improve your current roster or future plans.
- Track banner phases in advance, especially Version 3.8's three-phase schedule.
- Save for limited characters, as their reruns are less predictable.
- Avoid impulse pulls and aim to reach the top on high-value banners.
Conclusion
Honkai: Star Rail version 3.8 to 4.2 is a packed roadmap filled with exciting new limited characters and impactful reruns. This means careful Stellar Jade planning has become more important than ever. Other than considering these leaks and community insights, keep an eye on official announcements from HoYoverse and plan smartly to make the most of upcoming Honkai Star Rail rerun character banners and new releases. And don't forget to prepare for upcoming HSR banners by topping up Oneiric Shards on Buffbuff with competitive prices and instant processing.
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