Honkai: Star Rail's Apocalyptic Shadow mode: Top performing characters revealed! A new fan-made chart highlights the most frequently used characters in this challenging combat mode, offering valuable insights into effective team compositions.
Apocalyptic Shadow, similar to Pure Fiction and Forgotten Hall, pits players against formidable foes with unique abilities, demanding strategic team building. Unlocked after completing the "Grim Film of Finality" mission in Penacony's Dreamflux Reef (version 2.3 onwards), this permanent mode currently rewards players with Xueyi for clearing the initial stages. Future updates will introduce new enemies and balance adjustments.
A Reddit user, LvlUrArti, shared a chart showcasing the top characters. Dominating the five-star category is Ruan Mei with an impressive 89.31% usage rate. Close behind are Acheron (74.79%) and Firefly (58.49%), followed by Fu Xuan (56.75%).
Top Five-Star Characters:
- Ruan Mei (89.31%)
- Acheron (74.79%)
- Firefly (58.49%)
- Fu Xuan (56.75%)
- Gallagher (65.14%)
Top Four-Star Characters:
The four-star roster features Gallagher (65.14%) and Pela (37.74%) as the most popular choices. Surprisingly, Xueyi and Sushang also rank highly. The highest-scoring team identified utilizes Firefly, Ruan Mei, Trailblazer, and Gallagher.
Upcoming Changes:
Version 2.5 will introduce a new boss, Phantylia the Undying (familiar to players from Xianzhou Lufou), a three-phase enemy with unique attacks and summoned lotus effects. Each phase utilizes a different damage type (Wind, Lightning, and Imaginary).
Rewards:
Successfully completing Apocalyptic Shadow yields valuable rewards, including Stellar Jades, Refined Aether, Traveler's Guide, Lucent Afterglow, and Lost Crystal. These resources are crucial for purchasing Rail Passes, enhancing relics, and acquiring new Light Cones from the Manifest Shop.
