In the latest update of Honkai Star Rail, players will soon set off on an epic adventure alongside the Chrysos Heirs as they embark on the Flame-Chasenb Journey. Their mission? To defeat formidable Titans and seize their coreflames. In version 3.2, the Trailblazer will explore the new adventure site, “Dragonborn City”Styxia, targeting the Death Titan, Thanatos.
As players progress, they will encounter the formidable Pollux, Netherwing Husk, Ferry of Souls, an undead dragon boss critical to advancing the main quest. This challenging opponent can also be found in endgame modes like Memory of Chaos, making its defeat a necessary task. However, victory over Pollux requires an understanding of its unique mechanics, turning what could be a difficult battle into a calculated challenge.
Pollux Boss Fight: Key Insights on Weaknesses, Attacks, and Mechanics
Pollux is particularly weak to three elemental types: Wind, Quantum, and Imaginary. During the encounter, it summons minions branded the Long Arms of Sorrow, which share a health pool with Pollux and may exhibit weaknesses to Lightning, Wind, Quantum, and Imaginary. Understanding these dynamics can be crucial for effective strategy formulation.
In addition to basic attacks, including single-target and area-of-effect (AoE) strikes, Pollux employs a unique damage type known as Atrophy DMG. This specific mechanic bypasses shields, making Preservation characters less effective during this confrontation. Players should adapt accordingly to maximize their success.
After a few turns, Pollux will execute the devastating attack named “To Die in Aromatic Pain,”entering a state called “Fragrance of Death.”This powerful move drastically reduces the health of all characters on the battlefield to just 1 HP while also applying the “Indulging Slumber”debuff. This effect demands urgency in the battle strategy; without proper healing, afflicted characters will suffer severe consequences.
Healers are essential in this encounter. When characters are reduced to 1 HP due to Pollux’s attack, employing a healer character is paramount to restoring HP and mitigating damage. Failure to heal or reduce Pollux’s “Desperate Bubble” will hinder the team’s ability to deal significant damage and survive. Proper healing can mitigate the “Indulging Slumber” condition, allowing a full offensive against Pollux.
Top Strategies for Defeating Pollux in Honkai Star Rail
Understanding Pollux’s mechanics is the first step toward victory. These practical strategies will enhance your chance of success against the Netherwing Husk:
1) Incorporate a Healer in Your Party
Despite their usual effectiveness, Preservation characters like Aventurine fall short in this boss fight due to Pollux’s damage bypassing shields. Instead, prioritize a dedicated healer. Characters such as Gallagher, Lingsha, and Luocha can be game-changers in this context.
2) Focus on Removing the “Indulging Slumber”Effect
Pollux will inflict the “Indulging Slumber”status after a set number of turns, impeding your party’s damage output. To counter this debuff effectively, ensure that healing characters can restore your teammates’ HP above 50%. Prioritize healing rather than attacking when afflicted.
3) Use Characters that Benefit from HP Fluctuations
Pollux’s unique ability to drain HP creates opportunities for characters that thrive on HP fluctuation, like Castorice, Blade, and Mydei. Castorice, in particular, excels during this fight, as her abilities are enhanced when she utilizes HP fluctuations to recover her Ultimate and summon Netherwing minions.
In summary, properly managing HP and debuffs, particularly with a healer’s aid, will significantly tilt the battle in your favor. Pollux presents a challenge but also an opportunity to develop your team’s synergy and strategy.