Overview
- Leaked information regarding Honkai: Star Rail suggests the return of two characters in the forthcoming Version 3.3 update.
- Characters The Herta and Aglaea are likely to reappear in new banners, despite their recent introductions a few months ago.
- Version 3.3 will also introduce two new five-star characters to the game: Hyacine and Cipher.
A recent leak concerning Honkai: Star Rail has unveiled exciting news about upcoming character re-runs in the upcoming Version 3.3 update. This update promises to feature returning fan favorites, a concept that has become a common strategy in HoYoverse’s gacha games, allowing players another chance to recruit beloved characters after their initial availability. Notably, Honkai: Star Rail has frequently implemented “triple re-runs,”where fans can choose from three different five-star selections, thus enhancing their gameplay experience.
The anticipation for Version 3.3 is building, with initial teasers hinting at an engaging cast reveal post-anniversary. The update will see the addition of two new five-star characters into the playable roster: Hyacine and Cipher. Hyacine is expected to make her debut as a Wind Remembrance character, rumored to fulfill a healer role, while Cipher is anticipated to provide strong Quantum DPS capabilities within the Nihility Path.
Insight into Upcoming Re-Runs in Version 3.3





Confirmed Characters in Version 3.3
- Hyacine: Five-star Wind Remembrance character
- Cipher: Five-star Quantum Nihility character
- The Herta: Five-star Ice Erudition character
- Aglaea: Five-star Lightning Remembrance character
The return of The Herta and Aglaea marks one of the quickest re-runs in Honkai: Star Rail history. The Herta made her first appearance under three months ago as the leading five-star character in Version 3.0, followed closely by Aglaea, who played a critical role in continuing the storyline of the latest world. However, details about when precisely in Version 3.3 each character will appear on the gacha banners are yet to be verified.
As fans eagerly await the Version 3.3 update, the hype around Honkai: Star Rail continues to grow following the successful launch of Version 3.2, which celebrated the game’s second anniversary with abundant rewards and events. Additionally, rumors of a long-awaited collaboration with Fate/Stay Night are beginning to circulate, potentially unveiling further content in Version 3.4. Players can expect a thrilling set of developments in the coming months as the game evolves.