Honkai: Star Rail's Version 4.0 is set to introduce the Elation Path, a fresh gameplay mechanic centered around "Elation," "Punchline," and "Aha Instant" states, alongside two new 5-star characters: Yao Guang (Physical, Elation) and Sparxie (Fire, Elation - Sparkle Superposition form). Leaks from reliable sources like Hakush.in and KazusaLeaks have revealed six new Elation Light Cones in total: two 5-stars (signature for the new characters), two 4-stars, and two 3-stars.
These Light Cones emphasize Elation stacking, CRIT stats, and synergy with Skills, making them ideal for Yao Guang (supportive buffer) and Sparxie (damage dealer).
4-Star Light Cones
Both 4-stars offer strong baseline boosts tailored to Elation rotations.
| Light Cone | Max Stats (Lv. 80) | Effect (S1) |
|---|---|---|
| Today's Good Luck | HP: 953 ATK: 529 DEF: 329 |
Increases CRIT Rate by 12% (20% at S5). When the wearer uses an Elation Skill, increases Elation by 10% (14% at S5), stackable up to 3 times. |
| Mushy Shroomy's Adventure | HP: 847 ATK: 476 DEF: 397 |
Increases the wearer's Elation by 12% (20% at S5). When the wearer uses an Elation Skill, all enemies take 8% more Elation DMG (12% at S5) for 2 turns. |
Best Uses: Today's Good Luck suits CRIT-focused builds like Sparxie for consistent stacking via frequent Skills. Mushy Shroomy's Adventure excels in damage amplification for Yao Guang-led teams.
3-Star Light Cones
These budget options provide niche but potent buffs for Elation-specific scenarios.
| Light Cone | Max Stats (Lv. 80) | Effect (S1) |
|---|---|---|
| Lingering Tears | HP: 847 ATK: 318 DEF: 265 |
When Punchline is 10 or higher, increases CRIT DMG by 20%. |
| Sneering | HP: 741 ATK: 370 DEF: 265 |
While Aha Instant is active, increases Elation by 16%. |
Best Uses: Lingering Tears boosts Sparxie's burst phases with high Punchline generation. Sneering synergizes with Yao Guang's Aha Instant triggers for sustained Elation uptime.
Ascension Materials
All share common Elation materials: Lucid Awl, Dreamweave Steel, Whimsy Wax, and "The Fluffy" book series (Collector's Edition, Serialization Memorial Issue, Hand-drawn Storyboard). 4-stars require ~308k Credits; 3-stars ~231k.
Leaks indicate these will debut alongside the 5-stars: When She Decided To See (Yao Guang) and Dazzled By A Flowery World (Sparxie). Keep in mind, details are from beta/datamining and subject to changes before official release.
Note: This article is based on leaks and may not reflect the final version of the game.