HSR Version 4.4 Livestream Recap | SP Himeko Debuts & Fate UBW Vol. 2 Crossover Arrives!

I. Version Information

II. Trailblaze Mission, New Maps & Boss Content

1. Trailblaze Mission: "Singing of the Quietude"

The Astral Express Crew heads straight into the jaws of demise to uncover the ultimate secrets behind the Quietude Civilization. Prepare your tissues for an incredibly emotional narrative where Himeko • Nova takes center stage. The PV lines directly pay homage to Honkai Impact 3rd's "Final Lesson"—massive tear-jerkers await veteran players!

2. New Maps & Echo of War Boss

• Two brand new exploration maps will be added, packed with environmental puzzles, hidden Basic/Bountiful Treasures, and narrative Adventure Missions.

• New Echo of War Boss "Lord Ravager: Quietude" drops two new exclusive Relic/Ornament materials for 4.4. Expect high-difficulty mechanics that heavily test your team's energy rotation and Weakness Break efficiency.

• Two new Planar Ornament sets will debut, tailored specifically for Fire Erudition and Quantum Erudition DPS characters. They perfectly match the kits of Himeko • Nova and collab character Rin Tohsaka.

III. Full Version Warp Schedule & Pull Planning

1. Continuous Full-Version UP: Himeko • Nova (5-Star • Fire • Erudition)

Her Character Event Warp will run continuously throughout the entirety of Version 4.4 alongside her signature Light Cone. With no phase restrictions, you can freely accumulate Stellar Jades and pull at your own pace.

• Core Kit: Summons her exclusive mecha "Star-Paver" at the start of battle, unlocking a universal Support Skill for the entire team. Casting her Skill buffs team DMG and restores Support Skill charges. Her Ultimate synchronizes the entire squad into mecha forms, unleashing multi-stage beams and massive wide-range AoE pulses.

• Faction Easter Egg: Triggering the Support Skill with any Astral Express Crew member activates an exclusive additional buff.

2. Phase 1 Rerun Event Warps (July 15 – Mid-Version)

• Featured Reruns: Sparxie, Dan Heng • Permansor Terrae, Evernight

• Sparxie's brand new limited outfit "Sweet Dreams Transmission" drops simultaneously. Don't miss out on the initial release discount period if you want to grab this gorgeous new look!

3. Phase 2 Rerun Event Warps (Mid-Version – July 23)

• Featured Reruns: Cerydra, Anaxagoras (Anaxa), Aventurine

• A highly robust lineup covering premium sustain, universal support, and top-tier DoT/DPS. Players missing meta supports or robust components should consider pulling here.

IV. Fate UBW Vol. 2 Collab: "Phantasmagoric Holy Grail War"

Supervised directly by TYPE-MOON's Kinoko Nasu with original character art illustrated by Takashi Takeuchi. This event continues the phantasmagoric world-building of Vol. 1, introducing a massive standalone Companion Mission line with zero entry barriers for players.

1. Fate UBW Vol. 2 Crossover Limited Warps

(Permanently available starting July 24, pity system carries over/shares with Vol. 1)

The collab pool is permanently added to the crossover system, sharing its pity/guarantee counter with Vol. 1 characters Saber and Archer. Two new 5-Star characters debut:

• Rin Tohsaka (5-Star • Quantum • Erudition): Limited Warp exclusive. Her kit revolves around a unique "Gems Energy" stack mechanic; when allies consume Skill Points, she builds stacks to dramatically empower her Skill DMG. Her Ultimate delivers an AOE nuke via her signature massive bow. Pairing her with **Archer** triggers an exclusive follow-up team-up attack that refunds Skill Points, establishing her as a high-frequency looping AoE main DPS.

• Gilgamesh (5-Star • Lightning • Destruction): Available via the Event Warp pool, but can also be claimed completely free of charge through version events.

2. Massive Collab Rewards (Must-Read)

• From July 24 until the end of Version 4.6, log in and complete the crossover event to get a free 5-Star Character Selector: Choose either Gilgamesh or Vol. 1 Archer.

• Accumulating a lifetime total of 200 pulls across any limited collab pools grants a free Limited Collab Light Cone Selector (Choose Gilgamesh's or Archer's signature weapon). F2P players can reliably secure a limited signature Light Cone!

• New and old collab units feature specialized team synergies: Running Rin Tohsaka × Archer (EMIYA) or Gilgamesh × Saber in the same squad triggers special coordinated follow-up attacks alongside massive DMG buffs.

3. Crossover Story: "Phantasmagoric Holy Grail War"

Trailblazers will cross thresholds into an entirely uncharted phantasmagoric space to enter the local Holy Grail War. The event beautifully fleshes out the lore intersections between the Fate universe and Star Rail's Trailblaze path, featuring gorgeous, fully-animated cutscene recreations of classic UBW iconic scenes.

V. Standard Events & Rewards Breakdown

• Gift of Odyssey: Log in cumulatively during the version to claim 10 Star Rail Special Passes.

• Trailblaze Missions + Echo of War + Collab Events yield a grand total exceeding 3,000 Stellar Jades.

• Currency War system level caps are raised, introducing limited Light Cones and high-tier materials to the Undying Starlight/Embers Exchange store.

• Quality of Life Quality Enhancements: Added 1-click optimization upgrades for Light Cones/Characters alongside bulk material consumption features.

• Standard limited-time minigames and exploratory puzzles will award massive extra enhancement materials.

Summary

Version 4.4 sets an unprecedented benchmark by successfully checking all boxes across gripping narratives, character design, and cross-IP execution. The emotional depth of **Himeko • Nova's** standalone arc coupled with the sheer production value of the Fate Vol. 2 crossover remain the absolute dual focal points of this update. Free 5-Stars and a 200-pull signature weapon selector lower the entry barrier to a historic low, while the rerun banners supply flexible archetypes, ensuring both seasoned veterans and greenhorn Trailblazers find the perfect target for their hard-earned currency.

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FAQ

Q1: When does Version 4.4 release? When does the Fate Vol. 2 Collab start and how long does it run?

A: Version 4.4 updates live globally across all servers on July 15, 2026. The Fate UBW Vol. 2 Crossover launches shortly after on July 24. The events, collab pools, and selector exchanges will run consistently all the way until the conclusion of Version 4.6, giving everyone ample time to budget resources without rushing.

Q2: Does the Fate Vol. 2 Crossover pity carry over or link with Vol. 1? Do I need special tickets?

A: Yes, the **Rin Tohsaka** and **Gilgamesh** limited crossover pools share their system pity counters directly with the original Vol. 1 Saber and Archer pools. Furthermore, they use standard Star Rail Special Passes (the pink tickets)—no premium unique event currencies required.

Q3: How should I choose my free 5-Star selector? Gilgamesh or Archer?

A: Once the crossover launches on July 24, clear the intro storyline to unlock your choice. If you already have Archer from the first run, prioritize **Gilgamesh** to finish your team-wide synergy bounds. Archetype-wise, pick **Gilgamesh** if your roster lacks a premier Lightning AoE Destruction Hypercarry, or select **Archer** if you desperately need a specialized single-target physical Hunt character.