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Honkai: Star Rail Adds Robin • Summeretto in Version 4.5

By · Published Aug 15, 2026· Official sources verified

HoYoverse revealed Honkai: Star Rail Version 4.5 "To Roll the Stars in Astropolis" during the August 14, 2026 Special Program, with the update launching on August 26. The update adds Robin • Summeretto, a 5-star Wind character following the Path of Remembrance, while Aventurine • Waveflair, a 5-star Quantum character following the Path of Elation, arrives in the second half starting September 12. Version 4.5 also adds new Astropolis story content, new events, a Divergent Universe update, and an option to speed up story dialogue.

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Version 4.5 Sends the Trailblazer to Astropolis

Honkai: Star Rail Version 4.5 "To Roll the Stars in Astropolis" launches on August 26. The story continues after the Express Crew's conflict with Lord Ravager Asat Pramad, as a crisis involving the Voracity puts Planarcadia in danger.

The Trailblazer travels to Astropolis to seek the power needed to help Planarcadia. Astropolis is an important Interastral Peace Corporation stronghold and the headquarters of Interastral Peace Entertainment.

The new Trailblaze Continuance brings Robin and Aventurine into the Astropolis journey.

Robin • Summeretto Debuts in Version 4.5

Robin • Summeretto is a new limited 5-star Wind character following the Path of Remembrance. Since Sunday left Penacony, Robin has taken over as head of the Oak Family, and her visit to Astropolis also involves an investigation into Gopher Wood's legacy.

In combat, Robin • Summeretto performs alongside a band of birds and supports her teammates through Vibes. Actions taken by teammates accumulate Vibes for Robin.

After Robin uses her Skill and reaches the required amount of Vibes, the team enters Fever Pitch. Allies receive buffs when they attack enemies, and the effect becomes stronger as the team takes more actions.

Her Ultimate immediately advances one selected teammate's action, restores that teammate's Energy, and increases Robin's Vibes.

Robin also performs a new song named "Only by Chasing the Wind" during the Version 4.5 story.

First-Half Event Warps

Robin • Summeretto becomes available when Version 4.5 launches. The first half also includes a returning character and new Light Cone additions.

  • Robin • Summeretto as a limited 5-star character.
  • Rise and Sing as a limited 5-star Light Cone.
  • Hyacine as a returning limited 5-star character.
  • A Little Getaway as a new 4-star Light Cone.

Aventurine • Waveflair Arrives in the Second Half

Aventurine • Waveflair is a new limited 5-star Quantum character following the Path of Elation. His story continues during a vacation in Astropolis while he investigates his suspicions concerning a traitor among the Ten Stonehearts.

His combat animations use beach volleyball and surfing. Using his abilities and taking actions with teammates builds Punchline and Fervor.

When Fervor reaches the required amount, Aventurine • Waveflair immediately triggers an additional Elation Skill. The attack hits all enemies and then deals multiple instances of randomly targeted single-target damage.

His Elation Skill receives another enhancement during the next Aha Instant. Its damage increases as the team takes more actions.

Second-Half Event Warps Start September 12

The second half of Version 4.5 begins on September 12 with Aventurine • Waveflair and another returning character.

Warp contentAvailability starts
Robin • SummerettoAugust 26
Rise and SingAugust 26
Hyacine rerunAugust 26
Aventurine • WaveflairSeptember 12
Summer Rides the SurfSeptember 12
Ashveil rerunSeptember 12

Overdrive Whirlwind Grand Prix

Version 4.5 introduces the racing event "Overdrive: Whirlwind Grand Prix." The Trailblazer takes the role of a team principal and leads a racing crew through the competition.

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Minuscule Great Adventure

"Minuscule Great Adventure" is another event included in Version 4.5. It uses stage-based challenges as part of the new version's event lineup.

Divergent Universe and Double-Drop Events

Divergent Universe receives another gameplay update in Version 4.5.

Two double-drop events also return during the version:

  • Planar Fissure.
  • Realm of the Strange.

A new Trailblaze Fashion item named "Aw, Look Up Here" is also being added as an electronic emoti standee headwear item.

Story Dialogue Can Be Sped Up

Version 4.5 adds an option to increase the speed of story dialogue. The setting can be turned on or off while story dialogue is playing.

MOONDROP Collaboration

Honkai: Star Rail is also collaborating with MOONDROP. The collaboration includes Sparxie-themed products and online and offline activities that will gradually roll out across multiple regions.

Zenless Zone Zero Collaboration Is Coming Later

HoYoverse also announced a collaboration between Honkai: Star Rail and Zenless Zone Zero for later in 2026. Characters from Zenless Zone Zero will appear in Honkai: Star Rail as part of the collaboration, with more information to be released separately.

Version 4.5 Platforms

Honkai: Star Rail Version 4.5 continues on PlayStation 5, Windows, Android, iOS, and iPadOS. The game is free-to-play with optional in-game purchases.

Trailer, screenshots, and media

Version 4.5 Special ProgramWatch on YouTube

FAQ

Is Robin • Summeretto a separate playable character?
Yes. Robin • Summeretto debuts as a new limited 5-star Wind character following the Path of Remembrance. Her combat mechanics use Vibes and Fever Pitch to support teammates as they take actions and attack enemies.
When does Aventurine • Waveflair become available?
Aventurine • Waveflair becomes available starting September 12 during the second half of Version 4.5. He is a limited 5-star Quantum character following the Path of Elation, and Summer Rides the Surf receives a boosted drop rate alongside him.
Which characters receive reruns in Version 4.5?
Hyacine receives a rerun during the first half alongside Robin • Summeretto. Ashveil returns during the second half when Aventurine • Waveflair becomes available.
Can the dialogue speed option be changed during a conversation?
Yes. Starting with Version 4.5, story dialogue can be sped up. The option can be turned on or off while story dialogue is playing.
Is the Zenless Zone Zero collaboration part of the August 26 update?
The collaboration was announced during the Version 4.5 news but is scheduled for later in 2026. Characters from Zenless Zone Zero will appear in Honkai: Star Rail as part of the collaboration, with additional details to be released separately.
What happens to Divergent Universe in Version 4.5?
Divergent Universe receives a gameplay update in Version 4.5. Planar Fissure and Realm of the Strange also return as double-drop events during the version.
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