Guides · Honkai: Star Rail
Plan turns before comparing damage numbers. A support acting before the damage dealer can make a stronger contribution than a small increase in attack. Match your sustain and skill-point spending to the encounter, then refine relics for that team.
Game modes
Compare characters within the same role and mode. The reference tiers keep their original scale; a higher tier does not replace team synergy or the equipment assumptions shown on the card.
Equipment choices
Start with equipment you can actually obtain. These are alternative recommendations, not pieces to equip together. Refinement, set size and team restrictions change the result.
Team building
A lineup is a starting point: check that each teammate is available and that your team can repeat its resource cycle. Replacing a unit also changes buff timing and defensive coverage.
Find a character build
Use the slot recommendations to make your first functional setup. When several stats are listed, choose the one that fills the gap in your current team rather than mixing every option.
Acheron ↗Aglaea ↗Anaxa ↗Archer ↗Argenti ↗Arlan ↗Ashveil ↗Asta ↗Aventurine Waveflair ↗Aventurine ↗Bailu ↗Black Swan ↗