Emerging leaks regarding Honkai: Star Rail Version 3.3 indicate an exciting flagship event that promises players a chance to secure a free character. This event represents a valuable opportunity for F2P (free-to-play) gamers who can strategically select the optimal unit for their gameplay needs. As HoYoverse’s turn-based RPG recently rolled out Version 3.2, it is anticipated that the update for Version 3.3 will follow a six-week schedule, placing its release approximately six weeks from now. In the meantime, the community is actively engaged with new missions, anniversary festivities, and honing their skills with Castorice.
Explore the leaks surrounding the upcoming free character event in Version 3.3.
Honkai: Star Rail 3.3 Main Event Leak: Obtain Free 4-Star Characters
The Return of The Legend of the Galactic Baseballer
Information from a leaker known as Sakura Haven indicates that the much-anticipated Legend of the Galactic Baseballer: Demon King event will be featured as Version 3.3’s primary attraction. This event is expected to allow players to acquire a free 4-star character as they tackle various stages, each with unique enemy buffs. The details have been tagged as “Reliable”in a post on Reddit.
The mechanics of this new event draw inspiration from its predecessor, with enhancements aimed at refining gameplay. Notably, players can select their free 4-star character from a lineup that includes Gallagher, Misha, Hanya, and Xueyi. According to another leaker, Tart, this selection will require players to accumulate a specific number of points during the event to claim their chosen character, further enriching the competitive aspect of Honkai: Star Rail Version 3.3.
Enhanced Free Character Selection in Honkai: Star Rail 3.3
Outdated 4-Star Characters in Prior Events
While the opportunity to secure free characters is typically a highlight for players, previous events posed challenges due to outdated character choices. For instance, the Awooo Firm event offered characters such as Qingque, Pela, Serval, and Asta—units that lacked relevance for seasoned players. As a player who had maxed out these characters, I found the only reward to be 20 Undying Starlight. The situation raises concerns regarding the limited roster of functional 4-star characters.
Pela remained a valuable option, especially in support roles. Yet, most of the offerings did not meet the needs of players looking for current meta-relevant characters. Fortunately, leaked information about the upcoming Version 3.3 event suggests a much-improved selection, featuring Gallagher, Misha, Hanya, and Xueyi—some of the most recently introduced characters in Honkai: Star Rail.
The likelihood that players will possess all these characters at max Eidolon levels is significantly lower than in previous giveaways. This presents a win-win scenario for players, especially since they may still need one or more of these characters, revealing a potential boon for F2P participants.
Gallagher: The Top Choice Among the Leaked Honkai: Star Rail 3.3 Characters
Arguably the Premier 4-Star Healer
Among the stellar lineup of characters, Gallagher stands out as a premier choice. His skills as a 4-star Abundance healer distinguish him for his remarkable healing capabilities and the potential to debuff adversaries. His Ultimate grants the ‘Besotted’ status to enemies, causing them to sustain more Break DMG, while also enabling allies to restore HP when inflicting damage. Furthermore, Gallagher’s next Basic Attack deals increased Fire DMG and lowers the target’s ATK. He is particularly effective in Break teams, such as those incorporating Firefly.
Gallagher serves as an ideal F2P alternative to Luocha, the 5-star Imaginary healer. His skill set encourages a proactive playstyle, where aggressive team strategies can lead to effective healing, particularly in scenarios with steady HP loss. This makes him a valuable asset for team compositions lacking top-tier healers like Luocha.
With such few quality healers currently available in the game, I highly recommend selecting Gallagher, especially for those who have yet to experience his capabilities. While Misha and Xueyi are commendable DPS options and Hanya offers utility, Gallagher truly represents the pinnacle of the upcoming roster for Honkai: Star Rail.