Honkai: Star Rail Leak Unveils Abandoned Relics from Closed Beta

A fresh leak from Honkai: Star Rail has surfaced, revealing several scrapped Relics that were originally part of the game’s closed beta testing phase, complete with detailed descriptions. This widely acclaimed sci-fi RPG from HoYoverse offers a rich array of options for players to enhance their characters, utilizing various resources sourced from in-game challenges and the gacha system. Players can acquire new Light Cones through events and gacha banners, while also boosting their characters' Traces by gathering materials. Among these enhancement methods, Relics stand out for their unique effects and buffs.

The Role of Relics in Character Development

Relics play a pivotal role in character upgrades in Honkai: Star Rail. With various Relic sets available, players can obtain these valuable items by conquering challenges within the Cavern of Corrosion, scattered throughout the in-game universe and the Herta Space Station. Relics bestow bonuses that range from boosts to Physical and Elemental Damage to unique buffs tailored to enhance specific character playstyles. Recent leaks, however, have unveiled a selection of scrapped Relics from the game’s second closed beta.

Breaking Down the Leak

Prominent leaker Sakura Haven has shared intriguing details about these scrapped Relics, showcasing fifth and sixth pieces from several Relic sets, including the Musketeer of Wild Wheat, Champion of Streetwise Boxing, and Guard of Wuthering Snow. The leak indicates that these sets initially contained six pieces during beta testing. It appears that artists for Honkai: Star Rail typically create rough hand-drawn prototypes before finalizing new Relics.

A History of Removed Content

As the community dives into this latest leak, it’s worth noting that fans have previously discovered an array of removed items and resources associated with Star Rail. Earlier leaks have provided glimpses of earlier character designs and even completely reworked characters. Additionally, players stumbled upon unused gameplay mechanics, including a proposed "dating sim" feature that would have enabled players to strengthen their relationships with party members.

Future Prospects for Honkai: Star Rail

While the scrapped fifth and sixth pieces may never make a return, the game continues to evolve with new content on the horizon. Upcoming updates are expected to introduce a host of exciting characters, including the highly anticipated Sunday and a new version of Tingyun. Recent rumors also suggest a novel Toughness mechanic involving a "Feigned Toughness" meter that players can activate for additional bonuses. With a wealth of new characters and gameplay mechanics set to enrich the experience, the future looks bright for Honkai: Star Rail fans!