Baldur’s Gate 3’s 1.0 launch will have tons more stuff. Let’s go by the numbers of the new and exciting features come release day.

Baldur’s Gate 3 Launch Details Show Off New Classes, Races, Companions, and More!

Larian revisits their journey with Baldur’s Gate 3 development. One of the things they shared is how gargantuan the experience was, compared to their previous title, Divinity Original Sin 2. That game was created by 120 individuals, across 3 years. Baldur’s Gate 3, on the other hand, was helmed by 400 folks. Development for this one took almost 6 years, many of which were spent in Early Access. Speaking of which, almost 2 million players partook in this early period. 

Comparing the two herculean games shows exactly how massive a leap Larian took when creating Baldur’s Gate 3. DOS2 had a total of 5 races, as compared to BG3’s 11 (and 31 subraces, more on this later). The older game had 225 player spells and actions compared to BG3’s 600. DOS2 also had 45 talents (passive skills) vs the newer game’s 308. 

Baldur’s Gate 3 also has a staggering 2 million words in its script. This probably doesn’t account for the various lore books, item descriptions, and other fun tidbits. The game’s cinematics are also three times the length of all three mainline Lord of the Rings movies, combined. No mention though if this is the regular or the (superior) extended cut editions. 

The new news for Baldur’s Gate 3 is the confirmation of the level cap, new races, the monk class, and possible party companions. 

A Feather in Your Cap

One of the biggest announcements was that Larian confirmed that Level 12 will be the max level in Baldur’s Gate 3. While they originally planned the maximum to be level 10, they realized that there were too many fun abilities locked behind level 12. They did not go too much into detail, but they did mention spells such as Planar Allies, Otto’s Irresistible Dance, and Chain Lightning. 

Two new races have also been confirmed, though one was possibly teased in one of the previous trailers. Players can now choose to be a Dragonborn or a Half-Orc. The Dragonborn has a plethora of choices when it comes to subraces. Specifically, we have Black, Blue, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Gold, Green, Red, Silver, and White. A player’s choice of subrace will determine the character’s damage and resistance strengths. 

Half-orcs seem to be the perfect choice for those who want to be in the thick of things, like Barbarians or Fighters. They have powerful Savage Attacks which deal insane crit damage. Defense-wise, they get Relentless Endurance which saves them from outright death, letting them live to fight another day (or at least 1 more turn, if unlucky). 

Class is in Session

The announcement also confirmed not just the 12th class, the monk, but also all of the new subclasses being thrown into the mix. 

Players will get to select Wild Magic Barbarians, Spore Druids, Champion Fighters, Gloom Stalker Rangers, Assassins, Storm Sorcery Sorcerers, Sword Bards, Archfey Warlocks, or Vengeance Paladins. Clerics get a ton more options, with the Knowledge, Nature, Tempest, and War subclasses opening up. Wizards get a similar treatment with the new Conjuration, Divination, Enchantment, Necromancy, Illusion, and Transmutation subclasses being made available. 

Monks are your traditional punchy martial class. They prefer to be light on their feet, with some traversal options like Step of the Wind. This class fights best when unencumbered by pesky things such as armor and heavy weapons, preferring to fight with Unarmored Defense, clubs, or even just their fists. Monks will have three subclasses available to them: Open Hand for close beat-em-up combat, Shadow for stealthy sneaking, and Four Elements for launching spells with your fists. 

Three’s Company

Baldur’s Gate’s 6th Origin Character has been confirmed. The Barbarian Karlach, previously an in-game quest giver, will now have a fully playable Origin Story. Just like Astarion, Gale, Shadowheart, Lae’zel, and Wyll, Karlach can be a permanent companion in your party as well. Larian did tease that there will be a seventh and final Origin Character that will be revealed in next week’s Panel from Hell. 

Moving on to non-origin companions, we get confirmation that Halsin, Jaheira, Minsc, and Minthara will be recruitable. We do know that both Halsin and Jaheira are druids, Minsc will likely be a Ranger like in old times, and Minthara is a Paladin. 

Larian did mention that there were plans to lock party compositions after the game’s first act, like in a pivotal moment in DoS2. However, they backtracked on this decision and will allow players to swap their companions at any point in the game instead. They further confirm that most companions will be romanceable, specifically calling out Halsin the druid. 

Feats and Spells, and Baldur’s Gate 3

There are tons more info revealed in the lengthy press announcement. The game will launch with 37 feats in total. Some of the new feats in the launch version are Resilient, Elemental Adept, Dungeon Delver, Sentinel, Lucky, Mage Slayer, Heavy Armour Master, Sharpshooter, Medium Armour Master, Ritual Caster, Savage Attacker, Performer, Polearm Master, Durable, and Observant. 

The game will also have over 600 spells. Some of the new ones being introduced are Banishing Smite, Hold Monster, Cloudkill, Heroes’ Feast, Disintegrate, Sunbeam, Destructive Wave, Blinding Sickness, Flesh Rot, Circle of Death, and more. 

A Countdown to Greatness

The surprise announcement that Baldur’s Gate 3’s PC version releasing 4 weeks earlier could not have made us more excited. Just like previously announced, those who already own the Early Access version will have a 72-hour head start, though limited only to the game’s first Act. Speaking of which, there will also be three difficulties at launch: Normal, Story, and Hardcore. 

Be sure to hop on over to the Baldur’s Gate 3 Wiki for more on the game! 

In other news, check out Wo Long Crossover with Naraka: Bladepoint and Zhongyuan DLC Now Available, and Pathfinder: Abomination Vaults Kickstarter is Now Fully Funded. 

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Wo Long Fallen Dynasty now released the Battle of Zhongyuan DLC and the crossover with Naraka Bladepoint.

Wo Long Crossover with Naraka: Bladepoint and Zhongyuan DLC Now Available

Two major games inspired by ancient China have now collided in an epic crossover. Wo Long Fallen Dynasty the Action-RPG has gotten a collaboration with fast-paced action title Naraka: Bladepoint. This free update arrives today with armor based on Naraka. Players will gain both the “Loyal Drunk” and “Crimson Night” equipment sets which can be claimed via Deliveries from the Battle Flag menu.

But that’s not the only addition today. The game is getting a new DLC Battle of Zhongyuan which adds further content and challenge for the brave.

What’s New in Update Ver 1.10?

Not only do players gain access to the Naraka Bladepoint crossover content. But there is a whole host of additions with version 1.10.

There are some quality-of-life updates such as being able to now equip 8 Wizardry Spells. Players will also be able to store Genuine Qi, which will be available by accessing the Level Up menu upon reaching the maximum level. Any Genuine Qi stored will not be lost upon death. You can also now compare a piece of equipment with another in the inventory menu. This should make it easier to decide which equipment to use.

One big ticket item in this update is the addition of 10 new Wizardry Spells. New spells can be obtained by gaining the item Hidden Tomes. Tomes are dropped by defeating bosses on the Path of the Rising Dragon and further.

Another addition is the consumable item Handheld Gong, this can be gained as a possible drop reward from some enemies. There are new special effects which will be randomly assigned to equipment.

There are also some adjustments when it comes to Wizardry Spells. Players will no longer need to activate Morale Rank for Wizardry Spells. It will now gain certain conditions such as if the Moral Rank is below the listed level Spirit consumption is increased. Also if the spell has a positive effect, it will incur a negative effect that will slow down the automatic Spirit recovery while in Low Spirit.

What’s New with the Battle of Zhongyuan DLC?

Also arriving today is the new DLC Battle of Zhongyuan. Wo Long players will gain access to this paid DLC which grants further stages, enemies, a new difficulty level, further weapon type and more.

Battle of Zhongyuan Packs a Punch

The DLC adds new weapon category called cestuses which is available at the beginning of the game. This new weapon type certainly packs a punch and will drop at random. A further difficulty mode called “Path of the Soaring Dragon” adds more challenge to the game. Players will need to have conquered a certain number of battlefields before this is made available. Once achieved it will unlock equipment with upgrade levels and higher rarities than the current maximum level. There’s also an increase in the player’s max cap levels and Morale Ranks.

It wouldn’t be a DLC without further Wo Long enemies and demons to meet. A new Divine Beast also joins the ranks. Players can enjoy new accolade rewards, trophies, achievements, titles and records to boot.

In order to gain access to the DLC, players will have needed to have completed the main battlefield “Tyrant’s Final Banquet” in the main game.

Wo Long Fallen Dynasty is available on PS5, Xbox Series, PS4, Xbox One and PC. The Battle of Zhongyuan DLC is now available alongside the free update Ver. 1.10.

If you’re currently making your way through the Three Kingdoms, be sure to drop by our Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty wiki to stay on top of challenging bosses, armor, weapons and more.

For more news find it here in Pathfinder: Abomination Vaults Kickstarter is Now Fully Funded and Final Fantasy 16 Surpasses 3 Million Copies Sold.

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The Kickstarter campaign for the first co-op Action-RPG in the Pathfinder universe has now exceeded its original backing goal.

Pathfinder: Abomination Vaults Kickstarter is Now Fully Funded

The ARPG set in the Pathfinder’s immersive world has now smashed its original Kickstarter goal. Aiming to gain $308,998 USD (CA$ 410,000) the amount now current stands at $342,150 (at the time this was written). There is just a few hours to go. Pathfinder: Abomination Vaults is being developed by Quebec-based developer BKOM Studios. They are doing something quite different to the usual video games based on the pen-and-paper roleplaying game. This time developing an Action-RPG that can be played in co-op.

Pathfinder Action RPG

Earlier at the end of May, we covered the launch of the Kickstarter campaign. It detailed an adventure into the mega-dungeon Gauntlight Keep. In Pathfinder: Abomination Vaults players take up the role of an adventurer against the evil Belcorra. The game can be played as a single-player or in co-op with up to four players. Couch co-op is also promised. Players can venture as either a barbarian, wizard, cleric, or ranger.

What’s most interesting about this game is the deviation from turn-based or strategy-based combat. Previously we’ve had titles such as Pathfinder Wrath of the Righteous or Pathfinder Kingmaker. Pathfinder: Abomination Vaults is however inspired by the 2E ruleset and taking those elements into action-based combat. Characters will also have customisation options with “Feat Selection”. While classes dictate the overall theme, there is room for playstyle customisation.

Il reste moins de 24 heures avant la fin de la campagne Kickstarter de #Pathfinder: #AbominationVaults!
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There’s less than 24 hours to go until the end of Pathfinder: Abomination Vaults’ Kickstarter campaign!
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— Bkom Studios (@BkomStudios) June 29, 2023

If you want to jump on this project, be sure to do it post haste as the campaign will finish in just a few hours. While the original target has been met for Pathfinder: Abomination Vaults, you can still help back the game and help reach stretch goals. Stretch goals include a new boss dragon Ravirex at $350k USD and new enemy types at $365k.

This isn’t the only recent Pathfinder title to be announced in development by BKOM. The spinoff bullet hell roguelite Pathfinder Gallowspire Survivors was also revealed.

Pathfinder Abomination Vaults will be coming to PC via Steam and GOG with an estimated delivery of July 2025 according to the Kickstarter page.

For more news find it here in Final Fantasy 16 Surpasses 3 Millions Copies Sold and Baldur’s Gate 3 Will Surprisingly Be Released 4 Weeks Earlier, at Least on PC.

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The latest title Final Fantasy 16 has now surpassed 3 million copies sold since its release just this month.

Final Fantasy 16 Surpasses 3 Million Copies Sold

The Action-RPG Final Fantasy 16 has now reached a massive 3 million in copies sold worldwide says developer Square Enix. The title which launched on Playstation 5 on June 22nd has already this staggering amount. The news was announced via the official game’s Twitter account.

『ファイナルファンタジーXVI』の全世界累計販売本数が300万本を突破しました。
みなさまに心より感謝を申し上げます。
これからも #FF16 をよろしくお願いいたします！ https://t.co/6G21xg8cpr pic.twitter.com/CRv6X9GBvF

— FINAL FANTASY XVI (@FF16_JP) June 28, 2023

In case you missed it, the latest entry into the long-running franchise goes a touch darker than previous entries. Shaking up combat has the main character being able to channel the power of Eikons as a Dominant. This means being able to fight in human form and utilising major powerful moves as a Dominant. This is a departure from entries past, where characters could use summon moves.

Following the main character Clive, the world of Valisthea is a gritty world at war. This entry is a much darker rendition, set to bring not only emotional damage but a story about sides vying for power. In our review, we gave it a 9.3, which is high praise. It takes the “core elements” of the franchise adding new features. Cas called it one of his “favourite entries in the series” which is really saying something. There’s plenty to enjoy with its “well-crafted story and breathtaking gameplay”.

Final Fantasy 16 is currently available as a PS5 exclusive. If you’re about to venture into the world of Valisthea check out our Final Fantasy XVI Beginner Guide.

For more news find it here in Baldur’s Gate 3 Will Surprisingly Be Released 4 Weeks Earlier, at Least on PC and An Ankou is a Mythological Roguelike Where You Reap Souls (Among Other Things).

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Baldur’s Gate 3 gets a surprising announcement that its release on PC has been moved up a few weeks.

Baldur’s Gate 3 Will Surprisingly Be Released 4 Weeks Earlier, at Least on PC

In a surprising turn of events, in a world filled with countless different delays for various reasons, Larian Studios has decided to shock us all. Larian announced today in a press release that the threequel’s highly anticipated release was actually bumped up instead of another delay. The PC version of Baldur’s Gate 3 will be released on August 3, instead of the original release on August 31st. This essentially moves its release up four whole weeks. 

The unfortunate news? The PlayStation 5 version has been delayed to September 6th. This puts it in direct competition with a little indie game called Starfield. 

The More Frames, the Better!

Larian Studios has announced that the development of Baldur’s Gate 3 for the PS5 edition requires additional time to achieve the desired 60 frames per second. Rather than compromising on quality, the studio has decided to postpone the game until it meets its standards.

In their statement, Larian expressed their commitment to delivering a high-quality experience. Baldur’s Gate 3 is aiming for a smooth 60fps, and while the team is making good progress on the platform, they require a bit more time. Larian is adamant about not giving in to compromises on the quality of the game, and that it would be a disservice to settle for 30fps or make other shortcuts just to meet an arbitrary deadline.

Larian emphasized their dedication to pushing the boundaries of RPGs on the PS5, stating, “We understand that folks may be disappointed with this but we’re close enough to reaching new heights for RPGs on the system that the benefits of a short delay outweigh the downsides of rushing the PS5 release and having to downscale.“

Baldur’s Gate 3 on Team Green

Regarding the Xbox version of BG3, Larian acknowledged the technical limitations of the Series S console as a potential roadblock. While the studio remains optimistic about bringing the game to the Xbox Series X, their priority is to ensure optimal performance across the entire Series X|S ecosystem, without any compromises. Larian assured fans that they are investing substantial effort into making it work and will provide updates on the progress.

With this, they have committed to releasing a good product on Microsoft’s consoles. Just like the PlayStation 5, Larian is ready to release the game only when it’s ready.

Larian also confirmed that they are actively developing a comprehensive Mac version of Baldur’s Gate 3, which will be released at a later date. Michael Douse, the publishing boss at Larian, expressed the studio’s commitment to releasing the game on multiple platforms while maintaining the highest quality standards: 

“We’ve always been a studio that aims to release on as many platforms as possible, in order of readiness. We’ve also aimed for the highest possible quality on every platform we’ve released on… (Baldur’s Gate 3) features over 170 hours of cinematics, more than twice the length of the entirety of Game of Thrones, and more than three times the dialogue of all three Lord of the Rings novels combined.” the quote reads.

Douse added that delaying the PC version would have been the wrong decision, given their confidence in meeting the required standards. Players will be able to face off against Jason Isaacs’ antagonist much, much earlier than anticipated.

The Final Panel from Hell?

Larian intends to provide more details about Baldur’s Gate 3 during the Panel From Hell: Release Showcase event on July 7. Be sure to stay tuned here at Fextralife and the Baldur’s Gate 3 Wiki for more on the game. 

Baldur’s Gate 3 is Larian’s next foray into turn-based sandbox RPGs. Players will be able to create their own characters with questionable origins. They will select between the traditional D&D classes, with all the skills, abilities, and feats that come with it. Be sure to check out our various Baldur’s Gate 3 Guides for deep dives into the game! 

In other news, check out An Ankou is a Mythological Roguelike Where You Reap Souls (Among Other Things), and Guild Wars 2: Secrets of the Obscure Expansion to Release this August. 

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In this Star Rail guide to the best Eidolons, I will discuss the top five Eidolons in the game that are worth investing your Stellar Jade in. This is not intended to be a tier list or a ranking of character power, but rather a recommendation on resource management. Consider it a way to maximize the benefits of using your hard-earned wishes. It’s generally not advised to spend wishes chasing Eidolons due to their high cost, even for four-star ones in my opinion. However, this may not hold true for every character, so the list aims to help you narrow down which Eidolons are truly worth summoning. If you’ve been wondering which character to allocate your last remaining resources to, then this guide is tailor-made for you!

Honkai Star Rail Guide: 5 Best Eidolons

When it comes to wishes, every account has access to a limited number of them. You receive a substantial amount of wishes when starting a new account and progressing through levels. Additionally, completing challenges, quests, and engaging with various content grants you a certain amount of wishes. Furthermore, you receive a steady income of wishes on a weekly and monthly basis. However, all of these sources are finite. If players fail to manage them properly, they may end up with useless or subpar Eidolons for their characters.

Obtaining a five-star character typically requires an average of over 75 wishes. The first five-star character has a 50% chance to be the rate-up character. If this chance is missed, the next five-star character is guaranteed to be the rate-up character. This is a significant investment, but five-star characters usually perform well even without Eidolons at E0.

On the other hand, there’s no guarantee of obtaining a specific character with four-star wishes. Each banner features three rate-up characters. Each four-star pull has a 50% chance of being one of those three characters. This means that with each set of ten pulls, there is a one-in-six chance of obtaining a specific character. Acquiring multiple copies to enhance Eidolons will require either great luck or a substantial number of wishes.

The Best tips for Summoning Eidolons

In this guide I’ll provide some tips to help you get more value from your wishes in Honkai Star Rail.

Plan Your Wishes Ahead

Honkai Star Rail often announces upcoming banners for the next patch before the current banners end. This provides players with valuable information about the characters they can expect to see in the next two months. It allows for better planning, and players can evaluate how many wishes they want to allocate to each banner.

Let’s take the example of version 1.0 and 1.1 banners:

• Seele as five-star, and Hook, Natasha, and Pela
• Jing Yuan as five-star, and March 7th, Sushang, and Tingyun
• Silver Wolf as five-star, and Asta, Dan Heng, and Serval
• Luocha as five-star, and Pela, Qingque, and Yukong.

Each banner lasts for three weeks, and it’s important to note that it’s unrealistic to expect to obtain all of these characters, let alone acquire Eidolons for all of them. This is where planning becomes crucial. You need to consider which characters you truly need and which ones are not worth pursuing.

For example, some players might decide to skip the Jing Yuan banner. This might be because they already have a free-to-play Erudition character such as Serval. They might prioritize obtaining more unique characters that fulfill new roles, so they main Serval and skip Jing Yuan. Serval is featured as a rate-up character in the next banner alongside Silver Wolf. Wishing on the Silver Wolf banner would provide a significant boost to their account as Serval’s Eidolons will add considerable value.

The same approach can be applied to players who skipped Seele and opted to play Sushang as a four-star alternative. They can save all their wishes and go all-in on the Jing Yuan banner to obtain more copies of Sushang.

Relax, Don’t Try for E6 From One Banner Alone

If you are aiming for an E6 four-star character, you might need over 400 wishes to obtain the seven required copies. Accumulating this number of wishes takes considerably more time than the three-week duration of a single banner. Therefore, players should not expect to acquire all Eidolons at once. They should consider waiting for character reruns to build a more diverse roster in the process.

By distributing your wishes across multiple banners, you increase your chances of obtaining new characters alongside your desired Eidolons. In many cases, new characters hold more significance than higher-rated Eidolons.

Let’s use Pela as an example. She first appeared in the banner featuring Seele, Natasha, and Hook. Then, in the three subsequent banners, she reappeared in the Luocha banner alongside Qingque and Yukong. If a player exhausts all their wishes to acquire high-rated Eidolons for Pela in the first banner, they deprive themselves of the opportunity to obtain more characters from the second banner. Therefore, adopting a patient and gradual approach is a good way to obtain the best Eidolons in Honkai Star Rail.

Summon on Banners with Several Useful Characters for Your Account

It may sound obvious, but you would be surprised how easy it is to miss this tip. One might see an amazing five-star character and spend every last wish trying to obtain it. Without considering whether the banner offers other useful characters for your specific account needs is not recommended.

Let’s take an account that pulled and focused on Seele as a single-target DPS. If you have skipped the Jing Yuan banner to save more wishes. You may be faced with the decision of pulling on either the Luocha or Silver Wolf banner in version 1.1. This account requires an AOE DPS and a second single-target DPS to build two teams for the Memory of Chaos mode. Along with an offensive support and a second healer.

In this case, the player can choose to go for Luocha, who is an excellent healer, and also acquire Yukong as a good offensive support. However, the Silver Wolf banner might offer more value. Providing Silver Wolf herself as an offensive support, Dan Heng as a single-target DPS, and Serval as an AOE DPS. Additionally, Asta can serve as a secondary support in some cases. By opting for the Silver Wolf banner, the account can also obtain Eidolons. This is for all three characters that could be utilized in their two teams. Instead of just acquiring Eidolons for a single four-star character.

These are some basic tips to optimize your gains from wishes, intended to increase the efficiency of your wishes. With that said, let’s proceed to the Best Eidolons in Star Rail.

Serval E6: This Song Rocks to Heaven

Serval‘s Eidolons, in general, are among the best Eidolons in Star Rail. She is a four-star AOE DPS who can rival five-star characters in their own game. She has a low energy cost, allowing her to spam her ultimate, and she excels at breaking shields and dealing significant damage.

Her E6 provides a straight 30% damage multiplier to all her attacks, which is a powerful buff with minimal conditions and guaranteed 100% uptime. Serval applies a lot of shock and can extend its duration. This ensures she never experiences downtime with her E6. Additionally, as she progresses to E6, Serval gains E1, which makes her normal attacks AOE, E2, which refunds energy with each attack, and E4, which applies more shock with her ultimate.

These qualities combined, build up a strong AOE dps character, that can output potent damage. Against any enemy weak to lightning, Serval will be a very competitive character to pick, and against enemies who are not weak to lightning, you can use Silver Wolf with her to force lightning weakness. Serval’s Eidolons also enable her to pair well with Kafka, Sampo, or any future character focusing on DoT.

These qualities combine to create a strong AOE DPS character capable of delivering potent damage. When facing enemies weak to lightning, Serval becomes a highly competitive pick. When it comes to dealing with enemies without lightning, pairing her with Silver Wolf can force the lightning weakness. Serval’s Eidolons also synergize well with characters like Kafka, Sampo, or any future character focused on Damage Over Time (DOT).

March 7th E4: Never Forfeit Again

In the Honkai Star Rail Defensive Support Tier List, I ranked March 7th at the highest rank. This is due to the complex nature of her kit, which allows her to fulfill multiple roles such as shielder, cleanser, shield breaker, and crowd control character. One of the key factors contributing to her high ranking is her fourth Eidolon, which adds a third counter attack and scales her counter damage with Defense.

By default, March can counter twice per turn when any shielded ally is attacked by an enemy. These counters not only deal damage and break shields, but also refund energy to March. By adding an extra counter, March is able to break more shields, deal more damage, and use her ultimate more frequently. This, in turn, enables March to break shields even more and freeze enemies more frequently.

The value of March at E4 significantly increases, especially in AOE content. Along the way to E4, she also gains E1, which generates more energy, and E2, which grants more shields.

In endgame Memory of Chaos mode, March is one of the best characters to play, and her effectiveness improves with Eidolons. I highly recommend obtaining her E4 if possible and using her more frequently.

Star Rail Best Eidolons – Sushang E1: Cut With Ease

You might be surprised by the amount of power this simple Eidolon can provide. Sushang is a single-target DPS character who relies on breaking enemy shields. She deals more damage against broken enemies and gains increased speed. Her E1 adds incredible utility to her kit by refunding the skill point used by Sushang to activate her skill.

This refund requires the enemy to have a broken shield, which is something Sushang always strives to achieve. Therefore, it is not difficult to meet this condition, and you can expect it to be active more often than not. Over the course of a lengthy battle, this Eidolon will refund a significant number of skill points, which can then be used by secondary dps, support, or a shield breaker. Thus, it not only benefits Sushang herself but also the entire team playing alongside her.

For an easily obtainable Eidolon that only requires one additional copy, E1 on Sushang is considered one of the best Eidolons in Star Rail. There are not many DPS characters who can enhance the overall performance of the team while fulfilling their primary role. Therefore, I highly recommend acquiring Sushang’s E1, whether through a banner where she is featured or from the monthly shop.

Asta E4: Aurora Basks In Beauty and Bliss

While she starts off decently at E0, Asta gains a significant amount of utility with Eidolons. Asta’s primary utility lies in buffing the attack of all allies by stacking her talent and increasing speed through her ultimate. Additionally, she buffs fire damage for fire DPS characters.

Asta’s Eidolons

Her attack buff can reach up to 75% for all allies, which is immense. However, her stacks are constantly being reduced. Therefore, her E1, E2, and E6 focus on slowing down the reduction of stacks. Each of these Eidolons adds something valuable, and while none of them are exceptionally powerful on their own, they contribute to Asta’s overall effectiveness. E4, on the other hand, focuses on generating energy for Asta, which helps her use her ultimate more frequently. The ultimate is tied to the speed buff, and usually, Asta needs several turns to charge her ultimate, while the buff only lasts for two turns. Thus, energy generation is crucial to reduce downtime, as losing the speed buff can disrupt rotation fluidity.

Asta’s buff provides a flat speed increase, which is then multiplied by speed modifiers from other sources. Therefore, in reality, her buff is larger than the listed 50-speed value. If her E4 helps her use her ultimate one turn earlier, that’s a +50 speed boost for the entire team for one turn, which is a significant enhancement.

Maintaining Asta’s E4 Buff

The condition to maintain Asta’s E4 buff is to have two or more stacks of her talent. This condition is not difficult to meet, considering how her E1 and E2 assist in slowing down the reduction of stacks. The buff itself grants 15% energy generation, which is almost equivalent to having an additional five-star Rope relic with energy generation. Furthermore, if you combine Rope, E4, and a shield break relic set, you can charge Asta’s ultimate much faster and grant your team more turns.

Dan Heng E2: Quell the Venom Octet, Quench the Vice O’Flame

This Eidolon reduces the cooldown of Dan Heng’s Talent. What this talent does is grant Dan Heng significant wind resistance penetration for one action. The condition to trigger it is a support ally targeting Dan Heng with a skill, and the cooldown is initially set at two turns. Therefore, by default, Dan Heng can utilize the powerful buff for one action and then wait for two turns before using it again.

Now, with E2, the cooldown is reduced to one turn, allowing Dan Heng to benefit from the buff for an additional action. Instead of saving it solely for his ultimate, he can use it once more during his skill. This increases Dan Heng’s damage potential, and if played optimally, he can surpass other single-target dps characters. Unfortunately, the buff still relies on another character buffing Dan Heng at the right time, making it challenging to achieve optimal rotations, even with E2.

However, the damage increase is still significant, and Dan Heng can exploit it to various extents. Even in the worst rotation scenario, Dan Heng still gains considerable benefits from E2.

So that’s it for the Best Eidolons to obtain in Honkai Star Rail. What did you think of the list? What are your favorite Eidolons you’ve summoned? Let us know in the comments below!

Stay tuned for more Honkai: Star Rail Guides. For more Honkai: Star Rail content, check our Honkai Star Rail Tier List – Defensive Supports, Honkai Star Rail Tier List – Offensive Supports, Honkai Star Rail Tier List – AOE DPS, and Honkai Star Rail Tier List – Single Target DPS As well as, the full list of our characters Build guides.

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An Ankou is a fast-paced action roguelike where you reap souls and battle hordes of evils, by the makers of Foretales.

An Ankou is a Mythological Roguelike Where You Reap Souls (Among Other Things)

Prepare to embark on a perilous journey as you step into the shoes of the Ankou, the fabled servant of death, in Alkemi’s upcoming roguelike game, An Ankou. Drawing inspiration from Pagan mythology, Alkemi presents a hauntingly captivating world where players must guide lost souls while combating relentless hordes of demons. 

The title features fast-paced action and strategic gameplay, as to be expected from the genre. An Ankou promises a dark tale with a satisfying experience that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Embracing the Mask of the Ankou

Players will assume the mantle of the Ankou in An Ankou. This is a mythical figure who ushers souls from the land of the living to their final resting place. Set in an alternate version of 19th-century Brittany, you will have the opportunity to choose from three distinct playable classes: Apothecary, Nun, or Soldier. Though it is of note that the game’s Steam page lists the Nun as unavailable at the moment.

Each class offers a unique set of skills and abilities, allowing for unique gameplay experiences.

The Demonic Hordes Await

Steel yourself for intense battles against hordes of demons as you strive to fulfill your duty as the Ankou. An Ankou delivers intense combat encounters requiring skill and strategy. As you navigate the haunted open environment, you’ll need to craft equipment, explore perilous areas, gather essential resources, and level up to overcome the relentless onslaught of enemies.

Be prepared to face increasingly powerful waves of demons and formidable bosses as you progress through An Ankou. What starts as a battle against merely a handful of evil creatures swiftly escalates into fierce fights against hundreds of demons. 

Growing in power from humble reaping to full-on mass murder is enough to fulfill anyone’s power fantasy. The game’s fast-paced progression is sure to keep you on your toes, transitioning seamlessly between careful exploration and adrenaline-pumping combat.

Crafting and Survival in An Ankou

Survival in the treacherous world of An Ankou hinges on resource management and crafting. As the Ankou, you must scour the haunted lands, utilizing your trusty scythe to harvest wood, plants, and metal. Talk about making the most of the tools at your disposal. 

These valuable resources will be crucial in crafting and upgrading your gear, empowering you to face ever more formidable adversaries. With a vast array of equipment and abilities tied to different professions, each playthrough should have enough variation to keep one entertained for quite some time.

An Ankou To Remember

An Ankou will also offer a range of options for customizing your overall experience. Players can choose between shorter, action-packed sessions or delve into lengthier quests. Alkemi’s commitment to regular updates ensures that the adventure will continue to expand, promising more content and excitement on the horizon.

The world of An Ankou will catapult players into a hauntingly beautiful realm brimming with intricate details and atmospheric wonders. From the eerie forests cloaked in mist to the decaying remnants of forgotten villages, the game’s visuals paint a vivid picture of a world teetering on the edge of darkness. Alkemi’s attention to detail and meticulous world-building ensure that every corner of the environment is infused with a sense of mystery and foreboding.

The Mysterious Ankou

Each playthrough presents new challenges and surprises, as the game dynamically responds to your actions and choices. Whether encountering enigmatic characters with their own quests or stumbling upon hidden treasures that unveil long-forgotten tales, every moment in An Ankou is a chance to deepen your understanding of its hauntingly captivating world.

An Ankou will also provide optional challenges and objectives that allow players to tailor their experience to their preferred playstyle. The number of gameplay options will ensure that An Ankou offers something for everyone. 

Speaking of customization, the game will also have multiple control schemes available. Players can decide between a keyboard & mouse, a controller, and even a controller with auto-aim.

Death Becomes You

Prepare yourself for a harrowing and unforgettable journey through the realms of An Ankou. With its compelling mythological setting, adrenaline-pumping combat, strategic resource management, and a living, breathing world to explore, Alkemi’s roguelike adventure promises to leave an indelible mark on the genre. Alkemi was also responsible for Foretales, one of the Best Steam Demos to check out as of last year.

Brace yourself for the release of An Ankou’s Early Access in July. A demo will also be available starting June 29th. 

In other news, check out Guild Wars 2: Secrets of the Obscure Expansion to Release this August, and Remnant 2 Unveils N’Erud Biome in New Trailer. 

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Guild Wars 2: Secrets of the Obscure introduces sweeping changes to class weapons, reward systems, and more! 

Guild Wars 2: Secrets of the Obscure Expansion Unveils a Skybound Adventure

As the elder dragon cycle draws to a close, a new threat emerges in the world of Tyria. Guild Wars 2 enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating the release of the game’s highly anticipated fourth expansion, Secrets of the Obscure. 

With its scheduled launch on August 22, 2023, players will be pulled into a captivating storyline and introduced to a mystical archipelago hidden above the clouds. Today, we take a look at an overview of what players can expect from this new expansion.

Through the Fire, Into the Flames

Secrets of the Obscure introduces a breathtaking realm of mystery and magic concealed above the clouds. Initially, players will explore two expansive aerial maps and venture into the depths of the Wizard’s Tower outpost. As the story progresses through subsequent updates, a new explorable zone will unravel, offering endless opportunities for discovery.

Players are called upon to join forces with the Astral Ward, a valiant group dedicated to defending Tyria against the encroaching Kryptis forces. These malevolent entities emerge through rifts in reality, launching a siege on the celestial domain of Amnytas. As players ascend through the ranks of the Astral Ward, they will face increasingly formidable adversaries across both new and existing maps, unlocking valuable rewards along their journey.

To combat the ever-expanding threat, players will harness the power of the Heart of the Obscure, a mystical artifact with unique capabilities. By mastering its enigmatic powers, players will be able to track and eliminate the rifts, revealing new dangers as they dive deeper into the mystery. 

The Wizard’s Vault

The Wizard’s Vault, a prestigious location within the expansion, serves as a hub for a variety of in-game achievements. Completing daily, weekly, and regular tasks across the game will earn players special currency called Astral Acclaim. 

Astral Acclaim can be exchanged for a wide range of exciting rewards, such as new weapon and armor skins, select items previously exclusive to the gem store, crafting materials, gold, mystic coins, legendary crafting starter kits, and more.

With regular updates, the selection of available items will expand, guaranteeing an ever-evolving shopping experience for players.

Combat Perfected

Guild Wars 2: Secrets of the Obscure aims to provide players with meaningful combat choices beyond just introducing new elite specializations. Each existing profession already possesses diverse roles and playstyles with the number of options available to them. For this expansion, the focus is on strengthening and refining existing combat systems while eliminating longstanding limitations. This will ultimately offer players even more build options.

One exciting aspect of expansion releases is the introduction of new weapons and weapon skills through elite specializations. Traditionally, equipping elite specialization weapons required players to commit to the corresponding trait line. However, Secrets of the Obscure introduces Weaponmaster Training. This is a system that transforms the elite specialization weapons associated with each profession into core proficiencies.

Once players unlock Weaponmaster Training, they can use elite specialization weapons without equipping the corresponding trait line, even if they haven’t trained that elite specialization. This means that players can mix and match weapons from associated elite specializations, even without owning previous expansions. However, owning the appropriate expansion and fully unlocking each elite specialization will still be necessary to utilize their trait line and acquire signature weapons and armor pieces.

Armed to the Teeth

The following weapons will become part of each profession’s core proficiencies in Guild Wars 2: Secrets of the Obscure:

• Guardian: Axe (main hand), sword (off-hand), longbow
• Revenant: Shield (off-hand), greatsword, short bow
• Warrior: Dagger (main and off-hand), pistol (off-hand), torch (off hand)
• Engineer: Mace (main hand), sword (main hand), hammer
• Ranger: Dagger (main hand), hammer, staff
• Thief: Scepter (main hand), rifle, staff
• Elementalist: Sword (main hand), warhorn (off-hand), hammer
• Mesmer: Axe (main hand), dagger (main hand), shield (off hand)
• Necromancer: Pistol (main hand), torch (off-hand), greatsword

Furthermore, a few new skills will be introduced to accommodate edge cases, such as the berserker’s Primal Burst with a dagger or the untamed’s Unleashed Ambush with a staff.

A Rune Reworded

In line with the goal of providing meaningful build choices, Guild Wars 2: Secrets of the Obscure streamlines the rune system. Currently, runes offer five tiers of straightforward stat bonuses, with the sixth tier providing additional bonuses or special effects. However, the sixth tier sometimes tied two build components to a single choice.

With the expansion’s release, the sixth tier of each rune set will complete the stat bonuses associated with that set, removing additional special effects or conditional bonuses entirely. To maintain special bonus effects in combat, they have been separated into their own build component, offering players more control over their builds.

Relics Reforged

Starting August 22, every player’s build will include a relic slot that becomes usable at level 60. Many relics, accessible to all players regardless of expansion ownership, replicate the functionality of popular sixth-tier rune bonuses. For example, the Relic of the Trooper mirrors the previous sixth-tier Trooper rune effect of removing a condition from each affected ally after using a shout skill.

Core relics have updated effects compared to the sixth-tier runes they were associated with, such as the Relic of the Thief, which grants a 1% increase in strike damage for 6 seconds, up to a maximum of 5 stacks, and refreshes the duration of all stacks upon striking an enemy with a weapon skill that has a cooldown or resource cost.

Relics can be obtained through crafting, instanced content like Fractals of the Mists and Strike Missions, reward tracks, achievements, and more. To celebrate the new system, all players will receive a relic selection box at launch.

Sky’s the Limit

The skyscale mount, introduced in Living World Season 4 after Guild Wars 2: Path of Fire, revolutionized the way players navigate the maps in Guild Wars 2. The freedom and movement options provided by the skyscale mount have been well-received, and ArenaNet wants to ensure that as many players as possible can experience it. As a result, Guild Wars 2: Secrets of the Obscure will introduce a new method of acquiring the skyscale mount. Regardless of whether or not players own Guild Wars 2: Path of Fire or have completed the original skyscale collection, the expansion will provide a streamlined collection process to unlock their very own skyscale.

Building upon existing Mastery lines, the new flight Masteries complement the player’s aerial capabilities. Progression unlocks features such as the ability for flying mounts to traverse leylines and utilize updrafts, even in previously explored maps. Dedicated players who train both flight Masteries will unlock additional bonuses for their skills, further enhancing their gameplay experience.

A Rewarding Guild Wars 2

Guild Wars 2: Secrets of the Obscure boasts a wide array of enticing rewards for dedicated players. At launch, players can earn the Rift Hunter and Astral Ward armor sets, with a demonic set becoming available in a later release. Throughout the expansion, completing story chapters, collections, and achievements will unveil a treasure trove of rewards, including weapon sets, unique weapons, back items, combat tonics, infusions, guild decorations, miniatures, emotes, and more. 

The expansion will also (eventually) introduce a set of legendary armor. This will grow more powerful in combat as it becomes infused with magic. It is also noteworthy that this will be the first set of Legendary Armor not tied to raids. Players can go collect and explore the open world instead!

Guild Wars 2: Secrets of the Obscure

With the imminent release of Guild Wars 2: Secrets of the Obscure, players can look forward to returning to the skies above Tyria. From soaring through awe-inspiring vistas to battling against otherworldly forces and uncovering hidden treasures, this expansion promises a wealth of new content and experiences. 

Brace yourselves for an enthralling journey as the Secrets of the Obscure expansion quite literally expands the horizons of Guild Wars 2 on August 22, 2023. The game can be preordered on the main site, or on Steam after its 10th Anniversary. Fans of the highly successful MMO (that’s perfect on the Steam Deck!) don’t have to wait too long. 

In other news, check out Remnant 2 Unveils N’Erud Biome in New Trailer, and Temtem: Showdown is a Free-to-Play Multiplayer Monster Battler.

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In this guide to efficient Relics farming in Honkai Star Rail, I will discuss the Relic Sets that offer the best returns on your daily Stamina investment. Please note that this is not a tier list or a ranking of Relic power. But rather it’s a recommendation on how to manage your resources effectively. The goal is to maximize the benefits obtained from your limited Stamina. Due to the RNG of Relic drops, I don’t advise to spend stamina gambling on them. Not before getting most of the guaranteed upgrades to your character. Once you have reached a high Trailblazer Level and acquired the majority of your traces, Relic farming becomes much more advantageous. This guide is specifically tailored for endgame Relic farming.

Honkai Star Rail Guide: Best Relics To Farm

Stamina (or Trailblazer Power) in Honkai Star Rail is limited, generating 10 stamina per hour. This caps at 180. If you log in twice a day to spend them, the total daily stamina amounts to 240. In terms of Relics, there are twelve Relic sets that can be obtained from six different caverns of Corrosion. There are also eight Planetary Sets that can be obtained from four worlds in the Simulated Universe. Each cavern of Corrosion consumes 30 stamina, while Simulated Universe runs consume 40 stamina.

The maximum number of caverns of Corrosion you can farm daily without using fuel refreshes is 8. Or you can obtain 6 Immersion rewards from the Simulated Universe. The rarity and quantity of Relics obtained are determined by your Equilibrium and Trailblazer Level. It is important to note that the higher your Equilibrium level, the better Relics you will receive. This makes it unwise to farm Relics at lower levels. Focus on obtaining only a few Relics with the correct main stats for your main team at lower levels. Save all your fuel refills for farming at Trailblazer level +60.

We should aim to farm the caverns of Corrosion that provide the broadest coverage in terms of Relic sets. This means we can prioritize the caverns of Corrosion that offer two sets. These can be utilized by a large number of characters. The same principle applies to the Planetary Sets obtained from the Simulated Universe. In this guide on the best Relics in Honkai Star Rail, I will explain how to achieve optimal Relic farming.

Honkai Star Rail Relics Overview: Path of Gelid Wind

The Path of Gelid Wind Cavern of Corrosion holds a wind set and ice set which I will go over.

Eagle of Twilight Line – Wind Set

The wind set provides Wind damage as a bonus on two pieces and allows the character to advance a turn forward upon using their ultimate. As a result, it is a standard choice for any wind DPS character, such as Dan Heng, Sampo, or even a support character like Bronya. Additionally, other characters who do not possess the wind element can also benefit from using the Eagle of Twilight Line set. Due to Advance Forward being a very valuable stat, as it allows for more turns, it’s a more universal set.

If you have a support character that doesn’t necessarily require a DPS set from their own element, the Eagle of Twilight Line is a beneficial set to utilize. Not only does it generate more SP for the team, enabling energy to be refunded faster, but it also facilitates more turns. This set aids in increasing the energy generation for your support character as well as generating SP for the entire team. Typically they benefit from acting faster than DPS characters in order to provide SP and buff the DPS more frequently. This set serves this dual purpose.

Advance Forward Stat

The advance forward doesn’t happen every turn, and only when character uses ultimate. So the best characters to use it are those who have very low energy cost, or refund their ultimate easily. Other supports without Wind element who prefer Wind Set over Speed Set are Pela, Asta, and Tingyun.

The “Advance Forward” effect does not occur every turn but rather when a character uses their ultimate. Therefore, the best candidates to benefit from this effect are those with very low energy costs or those who can easily refund their ultimate. Additionally, there are other support characters without the Wind element who prefer the Wind Set over the Speed Set, such as Pela, Asta, and Tingyun.

Hunter of Glacial Forest – Ice Set

The Ice set provides Ice damage as a bonus on two pieces and grants conditional Crit Damage for two turns following the ultimate. However, upon its release, the only two Ice DPS characters available were Herta and Yanqing. Both of these characters struggle to maintain the full uptime of the four-piece bonus, resulting in the Ice set not always being the optimal choice as a DPS option. Especially with the high energy cost of Yanqing’s Ultimate, and Herta not being a popular pick as a DPS.

No other character outside of the Ice cast can fully utilize Hunter of Glacial Forest, so it’s a bit underwhelming. Ice characters can find good alternatives in hybrid sets.

Path of Gelid Wind Cavern Verdict (9/10)

It is indeed an excellent cavern, but in this Star Rail Best Relic Guide, I cannot wholeheartedly suggest solely focusing on it. Farming this cavern is ideal if you have an Ice damage dealer since drops from both sets will be utilized. You can farm it to acquire two pieces of the Ice set for a hybrid setup, which doesn’t require a significant amount of time. Alternatively, you can fully commit to building multiple sets for various characters. However, if you don’t have a need for the Ice set, it is not the only cavern worth farming, and you might discover more efficient options for your account.

Honkai Star Rail Relics Overview: Path of Drifting

The Path of Drifting Cavern of Corrosion drops a Healing set, and an Attack Set with bonus Speed.

Passerby of Wandering Cloud – Healing Set

This Relic set provides a healing bonus, and gives one extra SP at the start of a battle. This is the standard pick for every healer character. It’s also a nice way to squeeze in some extra skill use for any team setup. The SP bonus is particularly valuable for teams aiming to clear the first wave in Memory of Chaos within a zero-cycle. However, beyond that specific scenario, it is a nice bonus but not necessarily essential.

Musketeer of Wild Wheat – Attack and Speed Set

The Musketeer of Wild Wheat is the most versatile Relic set in Honkai Star Rail, offering three bonuses: % Attack, Normal attack damage, and % Speed. It is the only set that provides a Speed bonus among all the Relic sets upon its release. Speed is a valuable attribute that can be utilized by almost every character, whether they are DPS or support. While the wind set may hold more value in optimal setups, the speed set is widely accessible. It drops from weekly bosses and other sources, increasing the chances of obtaining multiple favorable pieces when farming for it. Additionally, the speed set possesses some unique properties.

What makes Speed unique is its crucial role in triggering several Planetary Set bonuses. In fact, there are three sets that require 120 speed and one set that demands 145 speed. Certain characters have inherently low speed, requiring significant bonus Speed to reach these thresholds. Furthermore, Speed enables characters to take more turns, deal increased damage, and generate more SP.

Speed is not the sole benefit you gain from the Musketeer of Wild Wheat set, as it also provides an Attack bonus. The generic attack stat is a solid choice for any character focused on dealing damage. In this Star Rail Best Relics guide, we can’t find a more versatile and universally applicable set, even if not the best.

Path of Gelid Wind Cavern Verdict (8/10)

Every healer in the game necessitates farming this cavern, whether they intend to use a healing set or the attack and speed set. Furthermore, every support character can make use of the speed set, either permanently or temporarily. Additionally, the majority of DPS characters can also equip the drops from this domain.

So while it might not be the strongest in every situation, it’s a good place to start. Especially if you don’t have Ice or wind DPS to justify farming ice and wind cavern. You can outfit your entire account with relics from this cavern, and it will provide a reasonably good setup overall.

Relics Sets Overview: Path of Jabbing Punch

This Cavern of Corrosion, Path of Jabbing Punch drops a physical set, and Break Effect Set.

Champion of Streetwise Boxing

The physical set offers the potential to stack up to a 25% Attack bonus after attacking enemies five times. The buff remains permanent, allowing characters to gain a higher value from it during longer battles. At the time of launch, the physical DPS characters available include Luka, Clara, Physical Trailblazer, and Sushang, all of whom can make excellent use of this set.

Additionally, certain characters with a high number of attacks, like Herta or Himeko, can also utilize it, although it may not be their optimal choice. There are healers like Luocha who benefit from scaling with attack since it serves as both an offensive and defensive stat. However, even Luocha can find satisfaction in using a hybrid attack/healing set if preferred.

The general use of a physical set is somewhat limited, compared to say a Wind set. But it’s worth farming if you use physical DPS. More so if you use a mono physical team with two physical DPS.

Thief of Shooting Meteor

The Break Effect Set stands out as one of the best sets in the entire game, particularly when used on the right character. Break Effect is a niche stat that remains inactive until the precise hit that breaks through enemy toughness occurs. This may initially appear counterproductive to the inexperienced observer. However, the amount of damage it can stack on some elements, makes it worth building a fully dedicated breaker.

The best support in the game right out of the gate is the Silverwolf. This is due to her superb break capability. er Quantum element enables her to accumulate stacks on broken enemies, and when the enemy recovers, they suffer immense Break damage. This type of break damage is unique and doesn’t scale with offensive stats such as attack or crit. Instead, it scales with the character’s level, break effect, enemy’s maximum toughness, and element type. Apart from the Break Effect, these stats are beyond our control or can only be raised up to a certain limit. Thus, the Break Effect serves as the only multiplier we can utilize to enhance break damage, and the Break set provides exactly that.

In this guide to the best relics in Honkai Star Rail, the Thief of Shooting Meteor set is a great pick. It not only provides the valuable Break Effect, but also grants energy when breaking enemy toughness. This feature offers a fantastic means of charging the ultimate ability faster and enhancing the overall performance of the character, particularly for those with area-of-effect (AOE) capabilities.

All three characters, Silverwolf, Serval and Yukong, excel as fully dedicated breakers for their respective elements. Additionally, Asta, and Sushang can also incorporate Break Effect into their builds, albeit to a slightly lesser efficiency.

Path of Jabbing Punch Cavern Verdict (7/10)

If you are focused on building a Physical DPS character, this cavern is an absolute must. If your main focus is on building Silverwolf, it becomes a high-priority target. Otherwise, it remains a decent cavern where you can obtain the Break set for certain support characters or for Serval.

Both the Wind cavern and the Healing cavern are more valuable if you can only farm one cavern. However, you can mix and alternate between them and still get decent results. There’s really no bad choice here.

Relics Sets Overview: Path of Holy Hymn

This Cavern of Corrosion, Path of Holy Hymn drops a lightning set and Def Set.

Knight of Purity Palace

The Def set is the optimal choice for shielders, and there are no viable alternatives to it. The four-piece set bonus directly multiplies shield strength, providing excellent protection. Additionally, the two-piece bonus offers a straightforward percentage increase to defense, which is beneficial for all shielders. I highly recommend obtaining a copy of this set for every shielder in your roster. However, I advise against expending excessive stamina on farming it.

The aspect of Def scaling is that characters can easily reach high values, resulting in diminishing returns. For shielders, other stats besides defense do not have a significant impact, so they don’t require extensive optimization. Having the correct set bonus and the appropriate main stat are more than enough for most shielders.

Band of Sizzling Thunder

The Lightning Set is more niche compared to other sets. It provides lightning damage on the two-piece bonus and a conditional Attack buff on the four-piece bonus. However, the condition to trigger the Attack buff requires using a skill every single turn, which is not something many characters can consistently meet.

On top of that, there aren’t many lightning DPS characters available. So it boils down to Jing Yuan who becomes the primary user of the Lightning Set. Other characters like Serval can focus on building the Break Set, while Arlan is generally considered underwhelming.

Path of Holy Hymn Cavern Verdict (6/10)

In our Honkai Star Rail Best Relics Guide, I recommend farming enough Def set pieces from this cavern and then moving on. It’s not necessary to extensively farm this cavern for an extended period, as it primarily benefits a single character in the long run.

Relics Sets Overview: Path of Conflagration

This Cavern of Corrosion, Path of Conflagration drops the Fire set and the Imaginary Set.

Firesmith of Lava-Forging

Fire set is most effective on fire DPS characters such as Himeko and Hook. The set provides bonuses to fire damage, skill damage, and additional fire damage after using the ultimate. This is particularly beneficial for characters who rely on their skills and frequently charge their ultimate. Himeko, in particular, perfectly aligns with these requirements, making her the optimal user of the fire set. Hook can also make good use of the set for buffing her enchanted basic attack.

Aside from these two characters, no other character can fully utilize the Fire set. Asta may gain a slight increase in DPS, but since Asta primarily functions as a support, they generally work better with Speed or Advance Forward sets. Similarly, the Fire Main Character tends to benefit more from the Def set. As for non-fire characters, they have no means of effectively utilizing the Fire set’s bonuses. So it’s a very limited pick.

Wastelander of Banditry Desert

The Imaginary set sees even less usage compared to the Fire set. The sole Imaginary character in the entire game at launch was Welt, with two additional Imaginary-type characters being released in 1.1 but unable to utilize the Imaginary set.

What makes matters even worse for this particular set is the bonuses are conditional based on offensive stats. It provides a Crit Rate bonus against debuffed enemies and a Crit Damage bonus against imprisoned enemies. While the debuffed status may initially appear easy to trigger due to any Damage over Time effect being considered a debuff, the Crit Rate itself can be obtained through main and sub-stats on Relics. Characters that are in the Imaginary category are not in favor of sacrificing a 10% damage multiplier from their correct element set for an accessible stat such as Crit Rate.

Crit Damage is further limited by a more challenging condition: Imprison. Only Welt’s Ultimate and the Imaginary break can inflict Imprison, requiring investment in Effect Hit Rate to successfully land the debuff. As a result, no character besides Welt can effectively utilize this set. Yukong, being a support, prioritizes building energy, speed, and Break effect. Similarly, Luocha requires investment in attack and healing stats rather than focusing on Crit Damage.

Path of Conflagration Cavern Verdict (6/10)

In conclusion, Path of Conflagration cavern doesn’t have any of Honkai Star Rail’s Best Relics. It has niche and harder-to-use sets. Ideally only when you use fire main DPS, and you do it half-heartedly. There are more important and broader caverns to farm, and sets to use. Probably it’s best to pretend this cavern doesn’t exist, and farm generic DPS sets for your fire DPS characters and save yourself the hassle.

Relics Sets Overview: Path of Providence

This Cavern of Corrosion, Path Providence drops the Quantum set, and another set which is pretty much useless in my opinion and no one really uses it as there are better alternatives.

Genius of Brilliant Stars

The Quantum Set is a signature set for the limited five-star DPS, Seele. It’s the best elemental set, with pure damage multipliers that work very well together. The two-piece set has standard quantum damage, and a four-piece that has a stat called Ignore Def. Ignore Def is a unique stat that multiplies character damage, and it gives increasing returns if stacked. Currently, in the game, there is no other source for Ignore Def, but it also stacks with Def reduction. You can get a Def Reduction from the Nihility debuffers such as Pela, or Silverwolf. Or even some from the Nihility Light Cones.

Overall, the Quantum set is one of the main reasons Seele is so strong damage dealer. And if future Quantum characters get released, they have potential to be top dps as well. This set is so powerful that it might rival full dps sets on none-Quantum characters, assuming enemies have Quantum weakness. This can also be achieved with Silverwolf + Mono element teams.

However, since Silverwolf performs worse with the Quantum set than a Break set, this leaves the farming of this cavern valid only for Seele and Qingqu. Otherwise, farming the Quantum Cavern is a terrible idea.

Guard of Wuthering Snow

This set reduces damage taken, heals the character when they drop below 50% health, and gives them some energy. Overall, it has zero offensive stats, and the energy generation is so small that it is not viable as a support set. Additionally, the condition to activate it is so ridiculous that no character at launch can meet it: getting below 50% health every turn to gain some energy.

The Destruction set is currently not a great set, but it may be meant for an unreleased character with a unique kit that can synergize with it in future. Until then, it is simply dead weight, and getting pieces of it instead of Quantum pieces can be frustrating.

Path of Providence Cavern Verdict (5/10)

If it weren’t for the useless self-healing set, the Path of Providence Cavern would have a chance to be one of the best. However, getting 50% trash pieces from farming is a huge downside. The other set is not effective even as part of a hybrid set. For example, we can use the Fire and Imaginary sets in a hybrid 2-piece + 2-piece set, which would justify using the better drops.

So that’s it for the Best Relics to farm in Honkai Star Rail. What did you think of the list? What are your favorite Relic Sets so far? Let us know in the comments below!

Stay tuned for more Honkai: Star Rail Guides as they are released. For more Honkai: Star Rail content, check out Honkai Star Rail Tier List – AOE DPS, and our Honkai Star Rail Tier List – Single Target DPS.

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A new trailer released for Remnant 2 featuring the new location N’Erud is a dystopian nightmare but creepily intriguing.

Remnant 2 Unveils N’Erud Biome in New Trailer

Revealing just a bit more of the upcoming souls-like shooter Remnant 2, developer Gunfire Games showcases the location N’Erud. This decaying biome is full of echoes of the past. A science lab is overgrown with escaped experiments just waiting to greet players. We see although the location has power, creatures are wandering the landscape. AI robots also whizz about doing some jobs left over from the time before.

What makes this footage so eerie is its quiet surroundings, with occasional whooshes of opening doors. Then there’s the crawling on all fours, backward beings that scuttle in and out of camera view. This new setting for the sequel Remnant 2 looks big and dangerous. The video description explains that the “denizens, the Dryzr” have uncovered a supermassive black hole that could lead to revealing the “mysteries of creation”. However, what exactly has happened to the Dryzr in the process is even more curious.

The second game Remnant 2 looks like it will have lots of enigmas to solve in the game. Players will need to band together using the new archetypes such as the Challenger and Handler to overcome these alien-like creatures in a world time forgot. But from the looks of the new class the Handler, you can also go it alone as the companion dog can even help heal.

Remnant 2 will launch July 25th for PC, Playstation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.

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