Honkai: Star Rail players might be in for a massive treat with the upcoming Version 4.0 update, as leaks point to a free selector allowing one limited 5-star character from a premium lineup. This news has exploded across communities, with the update expected around February 12-14, 2026, just ahead of Chinese New Year.
The Leaked Selector Details
According to reliable leaker Mortis Leaks, players will choose one 5-star from the following limited characters upon logging in during patch 4.0 (potentially on February 11 for some servers). Sparkle is confirmed as a fixed option, while the rest of the list could shift before official release.
| Character | Element | Path |
|---|---|---|
| Acheron | Lightning | Nihility |
| Aventurine | Imaginary | Preservation |
| Sparkle | Quantum | Harmony |
| Jingliu | Ice | Destruction |
| Dan Heng • Imbibitor Lunae | Imaginary | Destruction |
| Kafka | Lightning | Nihility |
| Jing Yuan | Lightning | Erudition |
This selector is speculated to tie into Version 4.0's major expansion, introducing the Elation Path, new regions like Planarcadia, and characters such as Yao Guang and Sparxie (Sparkle's Fire counterpart).
Why This Leak Is a Game-Changer
In a gacha title like Honkai: Star Rail, handing out a free limited 5-star is unprecedented generosity. These units are typically locked behind warp banners with low pull rates. Acheron remains a top-tier hypercarry DPS for endgame content like Pure Fiction and Memory of Chaos, while Aventurine offers unmatched Preservation sustain. Sparkle buffs Skill Point economy and critical stats, making her invaluable for most teams - especially with her upcoming variant.
Community reactions on X are electric, with F2P players eyeing Kafka for DoT teams or Jingliu for Ice hypercarry.
Top Picks Based on Meta Needs:
- No strong DPS? Acheron or Jingliu.
- Sustain lacking? Aventurine.
- Support hole? Sparkle (future-proof).
- DoT enjoyer? Kafka.
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