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Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Honkai: Star Rail 3.5 leak teases Hysilens, Cerydra, and fan-favorite reruns
(Image via miHoYo) A fresh leak from the Honkai: Star Rail community has stirred buzz around the upcoming Version 3.5 update. With the Amphoreus storyline reaching a fever pitch, fans are already speculating on which 5-star units will steal the spotlight. Early info hints at both brand-new characters and powerful reruns, setting the stage for one of the game's most anticipated updates yet. New Arrivals: Hysilens and Cerydra Step Into the Light Version 3.5 is rumored to introduce two new 5-star characters: Hysilens and Cerydra. Hysilens is reportedly a Physical Nihility unit, bringing disruptive debuffs and likely some nasty DoT potential. Early whispers suggest she might synergize heavily with existing Nihility mains. Cerydra, on the other hand, is rumored to be a Wind Harmony character. And here's the exciting part: she allegedly boosts RES-PEN, a rare and powerful effect that could turn many team comps into absolute nukes. If true, she may shift the meta more than expected. E1 HYSILENS FOR FREE?! | HUGE HYSILENS BUFF & CERYDRA'S KIT STILL MID - HSR 3.5 LEAKS Fan-Favorite Reruns: Kafka and Silver Wolf Return? The same leak claims we're getting two heavy hitters back: Kafka and Silver Wolf. According to insider info: Phase 1: Hysilens + Kafka Phase 2: Cerydra + Silver Wolf Kafka has already received some subtle buffs in recent updates, so pairing her with Hysilens could be an intentional play by HoYoverse to revive DoT-heavy Nihility teams. Meanwhile, Silver Wolf's utility as a Quantum Nihility unit is still unmatched. Pairing her with Cerydra could unleash some insane debuff/res-pen synergy. Community Reactions: Mixed But Curious The response so far? Divided. While many are hyped about Hysilens and the return of Silver Wolf, some fans were hoping for reruns of Rappa, Black Swan, or Mydei. Others are already planning to skip these banners entirely to save for rumored characters like Terravox or the long-awaited 5-star March 7th. Still, if this leak holds, the synergy between the banners looks calculated. Double Nihility in Phase 1, and debuff/res-pen layering in Phase 2 is a tempting combo for meta-focused players. What's Next: Waiting on the Special Program Stream As always, nothing's confirmed until HoYoverse says it is. The developer is expected to reveal the official banner lineup in the next Special Program stream, likely just weeks away. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!


Time of India
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Amphoreus Explained: Origins, Role, and Lore in Honkai Star Rail
Image via miHOYO Among the endless cosmos of Honkai: Star Rail, the shadowy universe is governed by only a few personalities, and one of them is Amphoreus. Having been presented relatively recently in a series of layered plotlines and fragments of in-game lore, Amphoreus must be admitted as an enigmatic character bathed in myth, memory, and allegories of philosophy. With the game constantly expanding its lore, characters like Amphoreus can make an important contribution to worldbuilding and help enhance the thematic touch of the Honkai world. This paper will discuss the origin and narrative importance of Amphoreus and the mythology surrounding this enigmatic being. Honkai Star Rail Lore : The Origins and Meaning of Amphoreus Amphoreus Explained (Honkai Star Rail Lore) As a backstory, Amphoreus is heavily ingrained in the mythos of Honkai: Star Rail and ties heavily to the plotlines of Penacony and the Garden of Recollection. Stated in a cryptographic language and implying regarding dreams and memory, Amphoreus is more of a symbol of memory, knowledge, and flexibility of identity rather than a character. Origins and Symbolism Amphoreus is not the usual character with sparkling abilities or huge chats. Rather, they are more a footnote in the tale, some kind of person (or entity) associated with the Aeon Fuli, the Aeon of Remembrance. Should you have visited Penacony or gathered snippets of information about the dream world, you may well have heard of Amphoreus, usually brought in association with inaccessible memories and encrypted messages. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like American Investor Warren Buffett Recommends: 5 Books For Turning Your Life Around Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Key symbolic themes associated with Amphoreus include Memory Preservation: Amphoreus is often linked as a collector or guardian of past thoughts and experiences, especially in a dream sequence. Duality: The name's prefix 'Ampho-' implies duality or multiplicity, fitting for a figure tied to dream logic. Timelessness: Amphoreus is out of time; it will appear largely immune to time rules and tend to respond to ghosts of the past or other variants of events. Role in the Game In Penacony's storyline, Amphoreus is referenced by characters who seek clarity about their past or confront the illusions of memory. While not always appearing directly, their influence is felt through Dreamscape Manipulation—Players often encounter traces of Amphoreus that are often linked with memories that twist and shift. Guidance or Warnings—Amphoreus is suggested to provide cryptic knowledge or concealed truths. Symbolic Presence—Often bound to locations or items that hint at long-forgotten events. Amphoreus is one of the most intellectually multilayered beings of Honkai: Star Rail, as an amalgamation of myth, philosophy, and memory. As an acting and a story-giving piece, or a soft modifying agent in dreams, Amphoreus encourages the player to ask questions about the logic of identity and the role of memory in a larger and larger universe. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Manika Batra's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 3. Watch Here!


Time of India
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
All Golden Scapegoat Puzzle Solutions and Locations in Honkai Star Rail
Image via: HoYoverse W ith Patch 3.4's release, Amphoreus greeted the picturesque location of Aedes Elysiae with two generously rewarding Golden Scapegoat puzzles, each yielding 20 Stellar Jades. Their elegant design combines the region's rustic charm with the Scapegoat's playful anarchy to make puzzle-hunters feel simultaneously at home and unsettled. Puzzle 1: Dough Under the Tent Location : West of Voyager's Wharf Setup : Under a grain laden tent, this puzzle begins with a deceptive pastoral calm . Steps: Input : Left × 4, Right, Up, Left Strategy : After moving Left × 4 and Right. Then fall to the altar. Insight: The mix of stealth and directionality transforms this humble floorplan into a spellbinding tango with your 'wicked goat' shadow. Honkai Star Rail 3.4 - All Golden Scapegoat Puzzle Solution Guide Puzzle 2: The Courtyard Challenge Location : Sacrament Courtyard, upper-left path Steps: Input : Left × 2, Down, Up, Down, Left, Right Strategy : time your left after the Right to make the goat activate the yellow trap door, and then lead it to the blue plate, before falling yourself. Insight : This puzzle combines logical sequencing with a trap-door twist, not mere physical navigation, but cunning orchestration of cause and effect. Honkai Star Rail 3.4 - All Golden Scapegoat Puzzle Solutions How to Design Unlike previous puzzle streams, which could sometimes come across like obstacle courses, these new puzzles combine environmental storytelling with puzzle mechanics: Visual setting: grain tent, snug courtyard, lantern-lit walkways—Aedes Elysiae's art enhances every puzzle. Character synergy: The golden goat comes alive, a competitor rather than a fixed hindrance. Reward loop: Stellar Jades and serenity intertwine, cracking puzzles here simply feels rewarding, not grindy. Expanding the Legacy Naturally, Aedes Elysiae isn't the first area to feature these puzzles. Since 3.0, players have logged miles. Eternal Holy City (Okhema) : Four riddles sneakily embedded in bathhouses and bazaars Castrum Kremnos and Janusopolis Abyss : Complex mazes demanding spatial sense and astute memory brushes All Aedes Elysiae Golden Scapegoat Puzzles Honkai Star Rail How to Solve 40 stellar jades for two puzzles. These puzzles never feel tacked on, they enrich the narrative and world. Each 3.4 puzzle rewards patience, with elegant simplicity that belies depth. The Golden Scapegoat puzzles aren't merely incrementally more of the same, they're streamlined evolution. They honor the series' origins in spatial logic, then add on stacked pacing, atmospheric resonance, and environmental narrative. When paired with their physical prizes, they provide an experience that's as meditative as it is ingenious. As Honkai: Star Rail continues its voyage through the stars, these puzzles shine, little mythical instances that draw players into Amphoreus' story even more. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.


Time of India
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Honkai Star Rail Version 3.4: Banner schedule, release date, events, new characters, and more
(Image via miHoYo) Honkai Star Rail Version 3.4 is landing soon, and the livestream just dropped a massive info bomb. From long-awaited collabs to new characters, epic banners, and some spicy QoL changes, this update is shaping up to be legendary . If you missed the stream, here's a quick summary of everything that's coming in version 3.4. Honkai Star Rail 3.4 Release Date & Theme Honkai Star Rail 3.4 goes live on July 2, 2025. The update pushes the Amphoreus saga forward with a new chapter titled 'For the Sun is Set to Die' . But that's just the beginning because this update is also diving headfirst into a Fate/Stay Night crossover that's bound to break the internet. 3.4 SPECIAL PROGRAM! Banners, Skin, New Systems, Events, QoL Updates & More - Honkai: Star Rail Honkai Star Rail 3.4 New Characters Incoming 3.4 brings Phainon to the roster, a golden enigma with ties to the Chrysos legacy. Alongside her, the much-hyped Fate/Stay Night collab drops Saber (Artoria Pendragon) and Archer (Emiya) into the game—yes, with their iconic Noble Phantasms as Ultimates. Want more firepower? Firefly, Jingliu, Blade, and others will return through reruns across the patch. Honkai Star Rail 3.4 Character Banners Breakdown Here's how banners are split this time: Phase 1: Phainon (5 star), Sunday, Sparkle, Tribbie Yukong, March 7th, Tingyun Phase 2: Firefly (5 star), Jingliu, Blade Luka, Lynx, Hanya Collab Banners: Saber and Archer banners drop July 11, 2025. Archer will also be given away for free , and yes, you can summon for more copies. Honkai Star Rail 3.4 New Lightcones Version 3.4 introduces four Lightcones themed around fate and ideals: Thus Burns the Dawn A Thankless Coronation The Story's Next Page A Hell Where Ideals Burn Pro tip : Archer's Lightcone is free if you spend 200 Special Passes during the patch. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Honkai Star Rail 3.4 New Region: Idis Elysiae Prepare to explore Idis Elysiae, a surreal new location connected to the unfolding mystery of Amphoreus. Expect cryptic lore, new enemies, and jaw-dropping visuals. Honkai Star Rail 3.4 Livestream Explained In 113 Seconds Honkai Star Rail 3.4 Events: Holy Grail War Takes Center Stage W hile regular events take a backseat, the Fate crossover steals the spotlight. Still, the Origami Bird Clash returns for a nostalgia trip with solid loot. Don't miss Firefly's new outfit, Spring Missive, available in the shop using Oneiric Shards. Honkai Star Rail 3.4 Quality-of-Life Updates Dialog skip option now available during story segments. Buffs for Kafka, Blade, Silver Wolf, and Jingliu to make them more endgame viable. You can toggle these enhancements on or off. Honkai Star Rail 3.4 isn't just another patch; it's a crossover celebration , a meta shift, and a storyline evolution wrapped into one interstellar update. With fan-favorite characters, a Fate-themed warzone, and quality-of-life upgrades, this might be the biggest update yet. Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here