Honkai: Star Rail Version 2.5 Banners Revealed: Feixiao Debut, Trio Rerun & Lingsha Arrives

The celestial engines of the Xianzhou Luofu are humming with renewed energy as Honkai: Star Rail gears up for its Version 2.5 update, officially titled 'When the Sacred Ginmill Closes'. The recent Special Program didn't just tease a new Trailblaze Continuance story; it laid out the full roster of stellar characters set to warp onto the gacha stage. Following the epic Penacony saga, the game is shifting focus back to the ancient ships with a lineup that blends formidable new faces with long-awaited comebacks, promising a meta shake-up and a treasure trove of pulling opportunities for Trailblazers. With the update scheduled to dock on September 10, 2026, the hype train has officially left the station.

⚡ Phase 1: The Arbiter-General's Ascent & A Stellar Trio

The first half of the update is absolutely stacked, headlined by the debut of the much-anticipated Feixiao. This new 5-star character wields the power of the Wind and follows the The Hunt Path, poised to carve a new niche in hyper-carry compositions. But HoYoverse decided one new 5-star wasn't enough excitement—they're introducing a revolutionary Trio Rerun Banner running concurrently! This special banner features three powerhouse 5-stars: the songstress Robin (Physical, Harmony), the memory-weaver Black Swan (Wind, Nihility), and the lightning dominator Kafka (Lightning, Nihility). This is a dream come true for players who missed their initial runs or are looking to secure key Eidolons.

Phase 1 Banner Lineup (Sept. 10 - Oct. 1):

• Featured 5-Stars:

  • Feixiao (Wind, The Hunt) - NEW

  • Robin (Physical, Harmony) - Rerun

  • Black Swan (Wind, Nihility) - Rerun

  • Kafka (Lightning, Nihility) - Rerun

• Featured 4-Stars:

  • Moze (Lightning, The Hunt) - NEW Character Release!

  • Asta (Fire, Harmony)

  • Luka (Physical, Nihility)

This phase also marks the official arrival of the 4-star Moze, giving everyone a chance to add this Lightning Hunt unit to their roster. The synergy potential here is insane—imagine Feixiao's wind slashes backed by Black Swan's DoT setups or Robin's universal buffs 😱.

🔥 Phase 2: The Healer's Flame & A Top-Tier Rerun

After the storm comes the calming flame. The update's second half introduces another brand-new 5-star: Lingsha. She enters the fray as a Fire element character walking the Abundance Path, ready to bring potent healing and likely some fiery support mechanics to team comps. Sharing the spotlight with her is the fan-favorite interstellar investor, Topaz & Numby, making a glorious rerun! This 5-star Fire The Hunt duo remains a top-tier choice for Follow-Up Attack teams, and her return is sure to make many wallets tremble.

Phase 2 Banner Lineup (Oct. 2 - Oct. 22):

• Featured 5-Stars:

  • Lingsha (Fire, Abundance) - NEW

  • Topaz & Numby (Fire, The Hunt) - Rerun

• Featured 4-Stars:

  • Misha (Ice, Destruction)

  • Natasha (Physical, Abundance)

  • Guinaifen (Fire, Nihility)

This phase offers a solid mix of 4-stars, with Guinaifen being a particularly strong Nihility option for Fire-weak content. The arrival of Lingsha could signal a shift towards more offensive-oriented sustain units, challenging the current Abundance meta.

🌌 Beyond the Banners: A Universe of New Content

Version 2.5 isn't just about the characters. The ever-evolving Divergent Universe game mode is receiving a significant balance update. Several Cosmic Equations are getting buffed, and Path traits are being fine-tuned to encourage even more diverse and broken team strategies. Get ready to theorycraft new ways to conquer those simulated universes!

Furthermore, the update will introduce multiple new bosses to challenge Trailblazers. In a thrilling twist, the new character Feixiao will also debut as a weekly boss within the game, allowing players to experience her full power from both sides of the battlefield. This integration of story, character, and endgame content is a hallmark of HoYoverse's design.

💎 Pull Strategy & Final Thoughts

With such a rich banner schedule, planning your Stellar Jade expenditure is crucial. Here’s a quick meta snapshot to help you decide:

Whether you're saving for the raw power of Feixiao, the unparalleled value of the trio rerun, the supportive flames of Lingsha, or the economic prowess of Topaz, Version 2.5 is shaping up to be one of the most impactful updates yet. The Luofu awaits, Trailblazers—may your pulls be ever in your favor! 🚂✨