Honkai Star Rail's Version 3.6 has brought exciting new characters and reruns to the table, giving players plenty of options to expand their rosters. With the current phase featuring Evernight and The Herta, and the upcoming phase showcasing Permansor Terrae and Anaxa, Trailblazers have important decisions to make about where to invest their precious Stellar Jade and Special Passes.

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Current Banners: Evernight and The Herta (Phase 1)

Phase 1 of Version 3.6, which began on September 23, 2025 for NA servers and September 24 for EU and Asia, features two powerful 5-star characters:

Evernight (5★ Ice Remembrance)

Evernight represents a fascinating addition to the roster as another version of March 7th. As a 5-star Ice character following the Path of Remembrance, she brings unique capabilities to any team composition.

Key Features:

• Element: Ice

• Path: Remembrance

• Signature Light Cone: To Evernight's Stars

• Rate-up 4-stars: Misha, Guinaifen, and Xueyi

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The Herta (5★ Rerun)

For players who missed The Herta in previous versions, this rerun presents a perfect opportunity to add this powerful character to your roster.

Banner Duration: September 23 - October 15, 2025

The 4-star rate-up characters are identical to Evernight's banner, featuring Misha, Guinaifen, and Xueyi, giving you consistent chances at these characters regardless of which 5-star you're pursuing.

Upcoming Banners: Permansor Terrae and Anaxa (Phase 2)

Phase 2 of Version 3.6 will run from October 15 to November 4, 2025, featuring:

Permansor Terrae (5★ Physical Preservation)

Similar to how Evernight relates to March 7th, Permansor Terrae represents another version of Dan Heng (like Imbibitor Lunae before him). As a 5-star Physical character following the Path of Preservation, he's expected to be a formidable addition to the roster.

Key Features:

• Element: Physical

• Path: Preservation

• Signature Light Cone: Though Worlds Apart

• Rate-up 4-stars: Sushang, Hanya, and Serval

What makes Permansor Terrae particularly appealing is that Trailblazers can claim a free copy of him through the "Pact of Permansor Terrae" event that runs from Phase 2 of Version 3.6 until the end of Version 4.0. This makes him an especially valuable character to build, as you can potentially obtain his first constellation without spending additional resources!

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Anaxa (5★ Rerun)

Anaxa returns for players who missed his initial run, sharing the same 4-star rate-ups as Permansor Terrae.

Banner Duration: October 15 - November 4, 2025

How to Choose: Character Selection Strategy

With limited resources, most players need to make strategic decisions about which characters to pull for. Here are some considerations to help with your Honkai Star Rail 3.6 character selection:

1. Assess Your Current Roster

Before pulling, take a good look at your existing characters:

• Which elements and paths are underrepresented?

• Do you need more DPS, support, or tank characters?

• Which team compositions could benefit from these new additions?

2. Consider the Meta vs. Favorites

While meta considerations are important, pulling for characters you genuinely enjoy playing will likely give you more satisfaction in the long run. As one player put it, "I'd rather have a character I love using than one I feel obligated to build just because they're strong."

3. Free Character Opportunity

With Permansor Terrae being available for free, consider how this affects your pulling strategy:

• If you want his constellations, pulling on his banner makes sense

• If you're satisfied with just C0, you might prioritize Evernight or one of the reruns instead

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4. Light Cone Considerations

Don't forget that signature Light Cones significantly enhance character performance:

• To Evernight's Stars (for Evernight)

• Though Worlds Apart (for Permansor Terrae)

• Into the Unreachable Veil (for The Herta)

• Life Should Be Cast to Flames (for Anaxa)

If you already have a character's signature Light Cone from a previous run, that might influence your decision to pull for their rerun.

New Game Content to Test Your Characters

Version 3.6 introduces Anomaly Arbitration, a high-difficulty endgame mode that requires three separate teams plus a final team. This new challenge makes having a diverse roster of well-built characters more important than ever.

Additionally, the new Trailblaze Mission "Back to Earth in Evernight" and events like "Nice Weather for Dromases" and "Try-Not-to-Laugh Challenge" provide opportunities to test your new characters in varied content.

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Community Recommendations

Based on early testing and community feedback, here are some initial impressions of the new characters:

Evernight

"She brings a fresh perspective to Ice teams with her Remembrance path abilities. Her kit synergizes particularly well with characters who can benefit from her memory manipulation mechanics."

Permansor Terrae

"As a Physical Preservation character, he fills a unique niche that hasn't been well-represented before. His defensive capabilities don't come at the expense of damage output, making him versatile for different content."

Remember that the meta is still evolving, and characters often find new niches as players discover optimal team compositions and strategies.

Conclusion

The Honkai Star Rail 3.6 character selection offers something for everyone, from the new and intriguing Evernight and Permansor Terrae to valuable reruns of The Herta and Anaxa. With the addition of a free Permansor Terrae, even F2P players have excellent opportunities to expand their teams.

Consider your roster needs, favorite playstyles, and resource management when making your pulls in Version 3.6. Whether you're chasing meta compositions or collecting your favorite characters, this update provides plenty of exciting options to enhance your Honkai Star Rail experience.

Happy Trailblazing!