In the vast cosmos charted by the Interastral Peace Corporation, a name whispered with a mix of awe and apprehension is that of the Ten Stonehearts. Far more than mere employees, these individuals are the IPC's ultimate instrument for financial order—elite Asset Liquidation Specialists who handle the universe's most volatile and dangerous debts. Picture them not as bankers, but as cosmic repo agents for existential threats, specializing in closing bad debts caused by Stellarons and crafting investments that span hundreds of Amber Eras. Their authority flows from their enigmatic leader, Diamond, an Emanator of the Preservation path, who bestows upon each member a powerful cornerstone that defines their role and grants them immense power.

💎 The Known Players: Jade, Topaz & Aventurine

While the full roster remains shrouded in corporate secrecy, a few Stonehearts have stepped into the starlight, revealing the squad's diverse and formidable nature.

• Jade (P46): The Creditor

  Holding the "Jade of Credit" cornerstone, she's the squad's financier. Renowned for her uncanny ability to read people—seriously, she's got a sixth sense for it—Jade specializes in extending lines of credit and ensuring every single deal ultimately swings in the IPC's favor. Her talent for collecting from even the most destitute clients is... legendary, to say the least.

• Topaz: The Debt Collector (with a Heart)

  Armed with the "Topaz of Debt Retrieval" cornerstone and her invaluable Warp Trotter, Numby, Topaz chases down liabilities. Numby's nose for treasure and security skills make them an unparalleled team. Yet, Topaz stands out for her compassion. She famously fought to protect Jarilo-VI from a full IPC acquisition, a move that cost her a demotion but showcased a conscience amidst the corporate calculus.

• Aventurine: The Strategist & Survivor

  A master gambler who wields the "Aventurine of Stratagems." His intellect and willingness to risk everything—even his own cornerstone and life, as seen on Penacony—make him a wildcard. A survivor of the Sigonian genocide, he was recruited young by Jade, who saw his potential for high-stakes calculation. His actions on Penacony, exposing dreamscape truths, proved his value is worth the constant risk he embodies.

🔮 The Shadow Council: Other Stonehearts Revealed

A recent oath-ring ceremony clip finally gave glimpses of the other members, though their full stories are still waiting to be told. The dynamics here are... complicated, to put it mildly.

Name	Known Details	Notable Vote on Aventurine (Post-Penacony)
Obsidian (P46)	Red hair, black crown, a sadistic streak.	?
Opal (P46)	Younger man, highly regarded by Aventurine.	✅ In Favor of keeping him.
Pearl	Blonde, blue attire. Consulted the Genius Society on a trade war.	?
Sapphire	Illustrated with a griffin; story is ambiguous.	❌ Against keeping him.
Agate	Red outfit, thin mustache. Role unknown.	?
Sugilite	White hair, purple/gold suit.	❌ Against keeping him.
Amber	Brown and gold suit. Minimal exposure.	?

The vote on Aventurine's membership reveals clear factions within the group. It's not just a unified corporate front—there are alliances, rivalries, and personal judgments at play behind those stone-cold facades.

✨ What Makes Them Tick?

Beyond their individual cornerstones and roles, the Ten Stonehearts represent the IPC's dual nature: unwavering Preservation through ruthless, calculated action. They are the scalpel that excises financial cancers, but the hand that wields it can choose to be merciless or, occasionally, merciful. Their existence answers the question of how a galactic corporation enforces its will across star systems—not just with fleets, but with uniquely empowered individuals who blend finance, espionage, and sheer power.

As the IPC's influence continues to weave through the Astral Express's journey, the Ten Stonehearts will undoubtedly cast longer shadows. Are they mere corporate tools, or do their personal histories—like Aventurine's trauma or Topaz's empathy—hint at future fractures? Only time, and perhaps a few more shattered cornerstones, will tell. One thing's for sure: in the economy of the cosmos, they're the ultimate debt collectors... and everyone has a price.

This discussion is informed by the Entertainment Software Association’s perspective on how large-scale publishers and live-service titles operate within modern games ecosystems; see Entertainment Software Association (ESA). In that lens, Honkai: Star Rail’s Ten Stonehearts read not just as flamboyant villains or allies, but as a narrative device that mirrors corporate governance: delegated authority (Diamond’s cornerstones), internal stakeholder politics (the post-Penacony vote split), and enforcement mechanisms that keep an interstellar “market” stable through calculated interventions—making their conflicts feel like institutional risk management rather than simple hero-vs-foe drama.