Honkai Star Rail 3.6 Leaks: Collab, New Characters & Release Date

Time: 2025-06-09 16:25:10

Author: Lucy Lauria

Honkai: Star Rail's Version 3.6 is on the horizon, and it looks like it'll be a big one. We've got a lot of buzz about a major collaboration and some familiar faces getting powerful new forms. Here's a rundown of what the leaks are suggesting for the upcoming update.

Disclaimer: Just a heads-up, everything you're about to read is based on leaks and rumors. Things can change before HoYoverse officially confirms them, so take it with a grain of salt!

▍HSR 3.6 Release Date

Based on Honkai: Star Rail's consistent six-week patch cycle, Version 3.6 is tentatively expected to launch around September 26, 2025, and run until approximately November 6, 2025. This places it firmly within the third quarter of 2025, a period HoYoverse had previously indicated for a significant collaboration.

▍Major Collaboration: Fate/stay night [Unlimited Blade Works]

One of the most talked-about features for this period is the Fate/stay night [Unlimited Blade Works] collaboration event, "Sweet Dreams and the Holy Grail." While this event is officially set to begin with Version 3.4 (around July 11, 2025), leaks suggest its duration will extend through the entirety of Version 3.6.

Collaboration Characters:

Two iconic 5-star characters from the Fate series are expected to join the Honkai: Star Rail roster:

Saber (Artoria Pendragon): Rumored to be a 5-star character following the Path of Destruction and wielding the Wind element.
Archer (EMIYA): Expected to be a 5-star character following the Path of The Hunt and wielding the Quantum element.
Free Character: In a generous move, leaks indicate that Archer will be obtainable for free simply by logging into the game during the collaboration event, which runs from July 11, 2025, until the end of Version 3.6. This is a fantastic opportunity for all players to acquire a powerful limited 5-star unit.

▍HSR 3.6 New Characters (Beyond the Collaboration)

Beyond the Fate collaboration, Version 3.6 is heavily rumored to introduce new, evolved forms for two of Honkai: Star Rail's most iconic characters.

March 7th SP (Special Version):

This is arguably the most exciting leak for many players. March 7th, one of the first free characters, is rumored to receive a new 5-star form.

Path and Element: Expected to follow the newly introduced Path of Remembrance and wield the Ice element.

Lore & Speculation: Since entering Penacony's Omphalos, March 7th has been in a deep sleep, with no signs of waking up even by Version 3.3. Based on known clues, her background might be tied to memories. This has led players to speculate that March 7th will eventually regain her memories, achieving a "complete" or "awakened" form.

Appearance & Kit Speculation: Her new design is rumored to be linked to a previously leaked jellyfish-themed Light Cone (possibly a Preservation one), adding a unique aesthetic. If her new look genuinely incorporates jellyfish elements, it would be a major visual upgrade! Her kit is rumored to involve summoning "memosprites," which could contribute to damage, provide buffs, or even heal allies. There's also speculation of a focus on enhancing Freeze effects, aligning with the Remembrance Path's abilities (which often involve controlling enemies through freezing). Interestingly, in early beta tests, March 7th had a different, older outfit. While it was likely optimized out, it's not impossible for a revised version of that design to reappear, perhaps hinting at her transformation. This overall transformation suggests March 7th will evolve from a versatile support into a potentially meta-defining unit with unique mechanics.

Dan Heng SP (Special Version):

Not to be outdone, Dan Heng is also rumored to receive a new 5-star form in Version 3.6.

Path and Element: Expected to follow the Path of Preservation and wield the Fire element.
Role Shift: This would be a substantial change from his current forms (Wind Hunt and Imaginary Destruction as Imbibitor Lunae), suggesting a new role as a defensive support character. Some leaks suggest his kit might involve summoning or unique defensive mechanics.

▍Story and Lore Implications

The introduction of March 7th SP as a Remembrance character, particularly with her potential connection to the Aeon Fuli, ties deeply into the ongoing Penacony story arc. The Amphoreus chapter, which is currently unfolding, is expected to continue impacting the narrative through Version 3.7 or even 3.8. March 7th's rumored transformation could be a direct result of her journey and the unfolding mysteries surrounding her past and connection to the Path of Remembrance.

Other details on events and quality-of-life updates for 3.6 are less specific.

Conclusion

The potential arrival of March 7th SP and Dan Heng SP as 5-star units highlights a trend of evolving existing characters within Honkai: Star Rail. This, coupled with the highly anticipated Fate collaboration, positions Version 3.6 as a pivotal moment for the game, offering both exciting new gameplay and deeper narrative exploration.