Honkai: Star Railis a turn-based RPG from HoYoverse, creators ofHonkai Impact 3rdandGenshin Impact. It’s a spin-off title that takes place after the events of A Post-Honkai Odyssey - a self-contained part of Honkai Impact 3rd set eight years after the main story that sees the majority of Honkai sealed on the moon by Kiana, before humanity is invaded by aliens known as the Sky People.
Honkai: Star Rail focuses on the war against the Sky People, and includes some Honkai Impact 3rd characters, as well as some alternative or adjusted versions. You play as the Trailblazer, journeying through space on a giant train known as the Astral Express. The aim is to explore different worlds and space stations, confronting the Sky People on their own turf and trying to protect as many planets and factions as possible from this formidable foe.
Updated Jun 08, 2025, By Helen Ashcroft:Honkai: Star Rail continues to increase its playable character roster as the game’s second anniversary approaches. We’ve updated our list to help you stay up to date.
Honkai: Star Rail Character Statistics Chart
There are many playable characters in Honkai: Star Rail, plus Dan Heng’s Imbitor Lunae version. A handful can be obtained by gameplay, while the rest are tied to the game’s gacha system. Each character follows one of seven paths that affect how they perform in combat. They also channel one of several elements in battle.
This chart offers an overview of the different characters, including their age, height, path, and element. Heights are based on the in-game character models, while specific ages are currently unknown and instead, any description relating to age has been added when provided. Below is a character list that reveals more about each one, including their background and faction.
Appears Young: 18-20 - over 1000
Appears Young: 19-21 - over 700
Appears Young: 25-27 - over 700
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All ages are approximate and are based on in-game references, lore and appearance.
Acheron
Acheron is a drifter who aligns herself with the Galaxy Rangers, a group that believes in justice and who endeavour to upload it throughout the cosmos. The tall, mysterious and aloof woman carries a long sword and travels alone. She claims that her blade chose her, yet she fights with the power of lightning.
No one knows Acheron’s real name, or true identity. All that is known about her is her purpose, which is to uphold justice throughout the galaxy, relying on no one but herself.
Aglaea
Aglaea is known as The Goldweaver or Dressmaker of Okhema. She is a demigod destined to rebirth the dying land of Amphoreus by weaving destiny with golden threads. She is said to lead the heroes who will topple the gods and reclaim the divine flame and is the acting leader of the Chrysos Heirs.
Her appearance denotes that of an angelic being, with fair skin, golden hair and piercing blue eyes. She can weave dresses as well as she can weave the threads of destiny and has spent her life being admired for her beauty until she begins to step into the path of her destiny.
Argenti
Argenti has the appearance of a dashing handsome knight, fitting for a Knight of Beauty. He is a loner who wanders the cosmos upholding the values of beauty and embodying nobility and dignity.
A forthright and candid man, Argenti believes in being pious in battle, making opponents yield willingly to him, and keeping his good name intact.
Arlan
Arlan is the head of Herta Space Station’s Security Department. He is not capable of doing research himself, but he very much respects those who do and would risk his own life to protect them.
He has a dog called Peppy who he adores, and who keeps him company throughout his day. It’s said that he is no stranger to pain, and wears his scars proudly, since they show that he did his job well and protected others.
Asta
Asta is the Lead Researcher on the Herta Space Station and specializes in astronomy. She’s responsible for managing other researchers, as well as making sure the Space Station is running smoothly. She also deals with the Intelligentsia Guild, taking a polite but firm tone she uses throughout her duties.
This energetic young woman approaches things with effortless confidence, taking everything in her stride as she balances tasks and demands, seemingly with ease.
Aventurine
Aventurine is a senior manager in the Interastral Peace Corporation (IPC) Strategic Investment Department. He sees life as a high-stakes gamble and is always ready to roll the dice. In fact he gained his position by making a wager against fate itself.
He has an impenetrable air about him and is difficult to read, He holds himself with a constant slight smile that masks his thoughts well, making him appear aloof at times.
Bailu
Bailu is a young female Vidyadhara with a gifting for healing. She is known as the “Healer Lady” because of her skills in the field of medicine. Her remedies are unorthodox and can include prescribing hydration, sleep, or in one case a book about how to identify poisonous foods!
Despite her calling to heal, Bailu struggles to see people suffer, meaning she often treats patients with her eyes shut. So far this does appear to have had any negative effects.
Black Swan
Black Swan is a soothsayer and Memokeeper of the garden of recollection. Mysterious and elegant, she patiently connects with others, listening to their words and seeking a way to enter their memories.
She collects memories to gain a greater understanding of the flow of information, and is always seeking unique experiences and thoughts to uncover and interpret.
Blade
Blade is a member of the Stellaron Hunters and his past, and present, are shrouded in mystery. The skilled swordsman is said to have abandoned his body to become a blade, with an incredibly powerful self-healing ability.
His name is unknown, as is his age, but he bears both physical and mental scars that suggest he has been through a lot over the years. This has led him to pledge loyalty to “Destiny’s Slave.”
Boothill
Boothill is a member of the Galaxy Rangers. The flamboyant and brash cyborg cowboy has made it his mission to “punish the wretched by any means” and the Interastral Peace Corporation are his target.
Brought up by foster parents with siblings hailing from different places, he was taught about nature, plants, animals and farming. He also mastered hunting, which he uses to this day to fullfil his ambition.
