The Honkai: Star Rail universe is entering its unique 3.8 update, featuring an uncommon three-phase schedule lasting a total of 8 weeks. The highlight of this week is the end of Phase 2 and the much-anticipated start of Phase 3.

Here are all the details for Phase 3, launching on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 (usually around 1:00 PM Turkey time):

Honkai: Star Rail 3.8 - Phase 3: "Farewell to Memories"

This phase marks the final stretch of the update and will last about 15 days (January 28 – February 12, 2026). It’s a grand finale especially for Sunday and Aglaea fans.

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No new 5-star character is being introduced in this phase, but two of the game's most powerful and beloved characters are making a comeback:

• 5-Star Characters:

  • Sunday (Imaginary / Harmony): A must-have support, providing energy and crit damage boosts, especially for teams using the "Summon" mechanic.

  • Aglaea (Lightning / Remembrance): A fast, crit-focused powerhouse that controls the battlefield as a top-tier DPS.

• 4-Star Characters:

  • Tingyun (Harmony)

  • Yukong (Harmony)

  • Dan Heng (Hunt)

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Signature Light Cones for these characters are also available for a limited time:

• A Grounded Ascent (Sunday’s signature)

• Time Woven Into Gold (Aglaea’s signature)

What Awaits in Phase 3?

1. Treasure Hunt Event: Launching at the end of the update, this event offers a chance to earn "Self-Modeling Resin" and plenty of "Stellar Jade".

2. Apocalyptic Shadow New Phase: A fourth stage will be added towards the end of the update, challenging your strategic skills.

3. Double Reward Events: Boost your relic farming speed with events like Planar Fissure and Realm of the Strange.

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