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HSR × Fate/UBW Phase 2 Collaboration Arrives: Rin Tohsaka Debuts!5-Star Gilgamesh Available for Free

Sage Martinez, KeyGoldSage Martinez

A major crossover is coming. The Honkai: Star Rail × Fate/stay night [Unlimited Blade Works] Phase 2 collaboration has been officially announced and is scheduled to launch with the version update on July 24.

As the follow-up to the first collaboration, this new event continues the high-standard crossover between Honkai: Star Rail and Fate/UBW. With character designs handled by Takashi Takeuchi and full supervision from Kinoko Nasu, the collaboration aims to preserve the original charm of the Fate characters while adapting them into the cosmic setting and turn-based combat system of Honkai: Star Rail.

Compared with the first wave featuring Saber and Archer, the second phase raises both the hype and the rewards. Two highly anticipated 5-star collaboration characters are set to arrive: Rin Tohsaka and Gilgamesh. Even more importantly, Gilgamesh will be available as a free 5-star character, making this one of the most player-friendly crossover events of the year.

Below, we break down both new collaboration characters based on their Fate/UBW background, character identity, and expected role in Honkai: Star Rail.

Rin Tohsaka: The Genius Tsundere Mage and a Versatile Erudition Support

Rin Tohsaka in Fate/UBW

Rin Tohsaka in Fate/UBW

Rin Tohsaka is one of the central heroines of Fate/stay night [Unlimited Blade Works]. She is the current head of the prestigious Tohsaka family, a renowned mage lineage in Fuyuki City. Elegant, confident, and highly capable, Rin has the classic “tsundere” appeal: cold and competitive on the outside, but kind, thoughtful, and emotionally sincere beneath the surface.

As the heir of a major mage family, Rin is exceptionally talented in magecraft. She specializes in jewel magecraft, using gems to store magical energy and unleash powerful offensive and defensive spells. Her combat style is flexible, tactical, and highly efficient.

Throughout the Fourth and Fifth Holy Grail Wars, Rin repeatedly demonstrates sharp judgment, excellent magical ability, and strong battlefield awareness. She is one of the most beloved characters in the Fate series and remains a fan-favorite heroine among anime and game players.

Attribute and Combat Role

Rin Tohsaka  5-star Physical  Path of Erudition

In Honkai: Star Rail, Rin Tohsaka is expected to debut as a 5-star Physical character on the Path of Erudition.

Her role appears to reflect her original identity as an all-round tactical mage. Instead of being a pure DPS or a pure support, Rin is positioned as a hybrid character focused on damage enhancement, team utility, and flexible offensive support.

She is expected to provide:

Team damage amplification

Single-target and small AoE damage

Utility support for multiple team archetypes

Strong synergy with Erudition-based setups

As a limited collaboration banner character, Rin is likely to become one of the key collectible units of this event. For players who like Fate/UBW, Erudition characters, or high-value crossover units, she will be one of the main highlights of the version.

If you plan to pull for Rin Tohsaka, it is worth preparing your Stellar Jade in advance. For players who want a smoother banner experience, using a reliable HSR top up option can help you prepare for limited pulls more efficiently without disrupting your planned gacha budget.

Gilgamesh: The Golden King of Heroes and a Free 5-Star Destruction DPS

Gilgamesh in Fate/UBW

Gilgamesh in Fate

Gilgamesh, also known by fans as the “Golden King” or “Goldie,” is one of the most iconic characters in the Fate franchise. Known as the King of Heroes, he is described as two-thirds god and one-third human, possessing the prototypes of all treasures in the world.

Proud, dominant, and overwhelmingly powerful, Gilgamesh carries himself with absolute confidence. His personality is arrogant and authoritarian, but that arrogance is backed by immense strength and legendary status.

In the Unlimited Blade Works route, Gilgamesh serves as one of the final major threats. With Noble Phantasms such as Gate of Babylon and Ea, he displays overwhelming offensive power, long-range suppression, and near-limitless combat potential. He is not only one of the strongest Servants in Fate, but also one of the most recognizable figures in the entire Type-Moon universe.

Attribute and Combat Role

Gilgamesh 5-star Lightning Path of Destruction.

In this collaboration, Gilgamesh is expected to arrive as a 5-star Lightning character on the Path of Destruction.

This role fits his original image perfectly. The Path of Destruction emphasizes powerful damage output, while the Lightning attribute allows him to deliver explosive and visually striking attacks. His skill effects are expected to recreate the iconic feeling of Gate of Babylon, with overwhelming treasure barrages and high-impact battlefield presence.

The biggest highlight is his availability: Gilgamesh can be obtained for free.

After the collaboration version launches on July 24, players will reportedly be able to log in and choose one free 5-star collaboration character between Gilgamesh and the returning Archer. This means even free-to-play players can obtain a limited 5-star DPS from the Fate/UBW collaboration.

In combat, Gilgamesh is expected to offer:

High single-target Lightning damage

Strong AoE damage potential

Powerful Ultimate burst damage

Reliable performance in Memory of Chaos and other endgame modes

Good value for new players and F2P accounts

As a free 5-star main DPS, Gilgamesh is clearly one of the biggest rewards of this collaboration. His combination of popularity, visual impact, and practical combat value makes him one of the most important units in the event.

Collaboration Summary

Compared with the first phase, the Honkai: Star Rail × Fate/UBW Phase 2 collaboration appears to offer stronger character appeal, better player rewards, and broader team-building value.

Rin Tohsaka captures the charm of her original Fate/UBW personality, including her jewel magecraft, tactical intelligence, and iconic tsundere identity. Gilgamesh brings his overwhelming royal presence, legendary Noble Phantasms, and explosive combat style into Honkai: Star Rail’s turn-based system.

From a player reward perspective, the free 5-star Gilgamesh is the biggest highlight. Limited collaboration characters are usually difficult to obtain without spending resources, but this event gives every player a chance to claim a major crossover character. Meanwhile, Rin Tohsaka remains the key limited banner unit for players who want both collection value and strong gameplay utility.

With the collaboration scheduled for July 24, players will be able to claim a free 5-star King of Heroes while also pulling for the iconic Fate heroine Rin Tohsaka. For both Honkai: Star Rail players and Fate fans, this is shaping up to be one of the most important crossover events of the year.

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FAQ

Q1: Are Rin Tohsaka and Gilgamesh limited collaboration characters?

Yes. Rin Tohsaka and Gilgamesh are limited collaboration characters from the Honkai: Star Rail × Fate/stay night [Unlimited Blade Works] event. Based on standard collaboration rules, they are not expected to enter the permanent Stellar Warp. After the event ends, they may become temporarily unavailable unless an official rerun is announced.

Q2: Can Gilgamesh really be obtained for free?

Yes. According to the event information, players will be able to obtain a free 5-star collaboration character after the version update. Players can choose between Gilgamesh and the returning Archer, making this one of the most valuable rewards in the collaboration.

Q3: Will Phase 2 include rerun content from the first collaboration?

The event will reportedly include the return of Archer as a selectable free character, along with collaboration story content, limited-time activities, and some returning event rewards. This allows both new and returning players to experience more of the Fate/UBW collaboration content.