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AHonkai: Star Railleak is breaking down the details of the heavily rumored five-star version of Herta, expected to launch following the release of the game’s next world. The HoYoverse sci-fi RPG has often introduced alternate versions of its pre-existing characters, both through new five-star variants releasing on the gacha banner and free versions. Two starter characters have already received new versions, withMarch 7th’s Hunt variantand Dan Heng’s Imbibitor Lunae five-star version. Now, another popular character is set to receive a new variant soon.
Rumors have swirled throughout recent months aboutHonkai: Star Rail’s Herta receiving a new form in a future update. Herta has been one ofStar Rail’s most popular characters since her debut in Version 1.0, given out as a free character and playing a major role in the story of the Herta Space Station. Herta’s in-game appearance has also often been alluded to as not being her real appearance, implanting her consciousness into the dolls found throughout the station. Herta’s true form is now rumored to be coming soon, with new leaks hinting at her gameplay.
Honkai: Star Rail Leak Teases Herta True Form’s Kit
A new leak shared by trusted HoYoverse leaker HomDGCat is revealingHerta’s true form’s kit following her release. Herta’s Skill deals Ice damage to one enemy and applies a “Clue” stack before dealing another round of damage to the enemy and its adjacent allies, with an enhanced version adding a third attack hitting all enemies. Herta’s Ultimatedeals AoE Ice damageand gives her an additional turn, buffing her ATK and unlocking her Enhanced Skill. Her Passive utilizes the Clue stacks to provide more damage, with enemies also gaining Clue stacks at the start of the battle.
Rumors about Herta’s new five-star form would not be the first time the character has been mentioned to have an alternate variant. A leak fromHonkai: Star Rail’s early testing suggests thata Fire variant of Hertamay have originally been planned, though the idea was likely scrapped early in development. The appearance of Herta’s real form has also long been the subject of rumors withinStar Rail’s fanbase, speculating on the eventual playable release of the real Herta. Herta’s true form is currently expected to launch sometime following the debut ofHonkai: Star Rail’s fourth world.
The potential real version of Herta comes asHonkai: Star Railis quickly approaching the debut of its next playable world. HoYoverse has not yet shared any official details about the game’s fourth world, though leaks have begun to tease some of theenemies appearing inHonkai: Star Rail’s next world.Star Rail’s previously announcedFate/Stay Nightcrossover is also expected to arrive next year, with rumors that franchise mainstay Archer may become playable.Honkai: Star Raillooks to have a busy year ahead in 2025 between its new world and an exciting crossover.
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