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HSR SP Mortenax Blade Guide | High Support Value + Strong Damage! Strength Analysis

Avery Wilson, KeyGoldAvery Wilson

Version 4.3 introduces the new 5-star Fire Nihility character Mortenax Blade. As a new form of Blade, he focuses on converting HP into damage, unleashing burst damage through his field mechanic, and triggering frequent follow-up attacks. He performs especially well in AoE scenarios and can maintain consistent damage output through debuff-based team setups.

This guide uses tables to organize the core information clearly, covering Mortenax Blade’s mechanics, build priorities, Relics, Light Cones, team compositions, Eidolons, and pull recommendations.

1. Mortenax Blade Basic Information

Mortenax Blade

Rarity / Element / Path

5-star Fire・Nihility

Core Role

AoE main DPS, HP-consuming damage dealer, relies on field effects and follow-up attacks

Core Traits

Consumes HP to increase damage, enhances skills during field duration, triggers off-turn follow-up attacks through debuff stacking

2. Skill Mechanics Overview

Basic ATK

Deals Fire DMG based on Mortenax Blade’s Max HP and applies a Taunt effect. Damage is greatly boosted within the field.

Skill

Consumes self HP to unleash AoE damage. No Skill Points cost. Counts as a follow-up attack while inside the field.

Ultimate

Summons the Boundless Wrath Field, inflicts debuffs on enemies and unlocks enhanced Ultimate.

Talent

Gains charge stacks for each debuff on enemies during field duration. Full charge triggers automatic follow-up Skill and Energy recovery.

Technique

Grants massive DMG reduction and AoE Taunt upon entering battle, greatly boosting early survivability.

3. Relic Build Recommendations

3.1 Best-in-Slot Relic Set

Recommended Set

4-Pc Masterpiece of the Divine Craftsman + 2-Pc Bone Collection’s Serene Demesne

Masterpiece of the Divine Craftsman

Masterpiece of the Divine Craftsman 4-Pc

Increases HP by 12%. When the wearer deals damage to enemy targets affected by DEF reduction, the wearer’s CRIT DMG increases by 28%. After the wearer applies DEF reduction to enemy targets, all allies gain Kindling for 4 turns. This effect cannot stack. Allies with Kindling deal 28% increased damage. This effect can be triggered again after the wearer launches an attack.

Bone Collection’s Serene Demesne

Bone Collection’s Serene Demesne 2-Pc

Increases the wearer’s Max HP by 12%. When the wearer’s Max HP is 5,000 or higher, increases the CRIT DMG of the wearer and their memosprite by 28%.

3.2 Main Stat and Substat Priority

Main Stats

HP% Body, HP% Boots, Fire DMG Sphere, HP% Rope

Substat Priority

HP% > CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG > Effect Hit Rate > SPD

Build Notes

Prioritize Max HP first, then increase CRIT stats as much as possible. Effect Hit Rate is useful for improving debuff consistency, while SPD is secondary.

4. Light Cone Recommendations

Tier

Light Cone

Rating

Core Advantage

5-star Signature

New Husk That Burns the Inferno

New Husk That Burns the Inferno

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best Choice

Provides a large Max HP bonus and increases CRIT DMG. It perfectly matches Mortenax Blade’s HP-consuming playstyle and high-frequency Skill rotation.

4-star Premium Option

Holiday Thermae Escapade

Holiday Thermae Escapade S5

⭐⭐⭐⭐

A strong utility Light Cone that increases damage while applying additional vulnerability-style debuffs to enemies.

4-star Alternative

Good Night and Sleep Well

Good Night and Sleep Well

⭐⭐⭐⭐

Increases damage against enemies with debuffs, making it compatible with Nihility teams, but it lacks extra support value compared with stronger options.

5. Best Team Compositions

Team Type

Team Setup

Gameplay Concept

Recommended For

Premium Follow-Up Team

Mortenax Blade + Ashveil + Tribbie + Hyacine

Mortenax Blade + Ashveil + Tribbie + Hyacine

The whole team applies debuffs frequently, maximizing follow-up damage while combining sustain, damage amplification, and off-turn pressure.

Players pursuing high ceiling performance, Memory of Chaos, Pure Fiction, or endgame leaderboard-style clears.

Premium Burst Team

Mortenax Blade + Acheron + Tribbie + Hyacine

Mortenax Blade + Acheron + Tribbie + Hyacine

Mortenax Blade’s field helps stack debuffs quickly, enabling Acheron to charge her Ultimate faster while benefiting from AoE vulnerability and damage amplification.

Players who already own Acheron and prefer fast-clear burst setups.

6. Eidolon Effects and Pull Priority

Eidolon Level

Effect Summary

Rating

Explanation

E1

Basic ATK deals additional damage while the field is active.

Minor Upgrade

Provides a small damage increase, but it is not essential.

E2

Improves charge generation efficiency and greatly increases follow-up attack damage.

Major Breakpoint

A key Eidolon that improves both damage output and rotation consistency. This is the priority upgrade for players chasing strength.

E4

After using the enhanced Ultimate, the entire team gains SPD.

Utility Upgrade

Improves the team’s action economy and overall combat rhythm.

E6

Reduces the charge requirement and further strengthens follow-up damage.

Whale / Best-in-Slot

Fully unlocks Mortenax Blade’s damage ceiling and makes his follow-up rotation much smoother.

Overall Pull Recommendation

For practical use: E0 Mortenax Blade is already playable. With his signature Light Cone, he should be strong enough for daily content and most endgame scenarios.

For strength-focused players: Prioritize E2. This is his most important breakpoint because it improves both damage and rotation efficiency.

For low-budget players or beginners: You can consider skipping the banner and waiting for a future rerun, especially if your account already has strong Fire or AoE DPS coverage.

For players planning to pull Mortenax Blade, prepare your Stellar Jade budget carefully before the banner goes live. If you need more resources for his banner, Light Cone, or Eidolons, using a reliable hsr top up option can help you purchase Honkai: Star Rail Oneiric Shards safely and keep your pull plan on track without interrupting your banner progression.

Summary

Mortenax Blade is one of the core damage dealers of Version 4.3. His gameplay identity is clear: HP consumption, field-based enhancement, debuff interaction, and frequent follow-up attacks.

His playstyle offers both mechanical depth and strong AoE performance. Whether you are already invested in follow-up teams and Nihility-based setups, or you need a powerful Fire main DPS for account progression, Mortenax Blade can fit into multiple combat scenarios.

Before pulling, evaluate your current roster, Stellar Jade reserves, Light Cone options, and long-term build plan. This guide should help Trailblazers understand his kit quickly and decide whether he is worth investing in.

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FAQ

Q1: What is the difference between Mortenax Blade and the original Blade?

A: They have completely different roles, elements, and mechanics. The original Blade is a Wind Destruction damage dealer who relies on self-HP consumption and stack-based damage. Mortenax Blade is a Fire Nihility AoE DPS whose core gameplay revolves around field effects, debuffs, and follow-up attacks. Their connection is mainly character-related rather than gameplay-identical.

Q2: Mortenax Blade keeps consuming HP. How can I prevent him from dying too easily?

A: Pair him with sustain characters such as Hyacine or Huohuo. His Technique also provides strong early-battle DMG reduction, helping him survive the opening turns. For Relics, prioritize HP% main stats and substats to increase his Max HP and improve overall tolerance.

Q3: Does Mortenax Blade need a lot of SPD?

A: Not necessarily. Keeping his SPD around 134–140 is generally enough for a stable rotation. Substats should prioritize HP%, CRIT Rate, and CRIT DMG before heavily investing in SPD.