Honkai: Star Rail Meets Fate: A Dream Crossover
Honkai: Star Rail is collaborating with Fate/Stay Night, bringing the iconic characters Saber (Artoria Pendragon) and Archer (Emiya) into the game. This crossover, titled “Sweet Dreams and the Holy Grail,” starts on July 11, 2025, and promises a unique blend of both universes.
Saber: The Knight of Wind
Saber, a 5-star Destruction character with the Wind element, will be available through a limited-time event banner. Her ultimate features the iconic Excalibur, delivered with a stunning, full-screen animation inspired by Fate/Stay Night. Saber is expected to excel in both single-target and wave-clear scenarios, potentially boasting high damage output and resistance penetration. She will play a key role in the new story missions, interacting with the Trailblaze crew.
Archer: The Precise Quantum Hunter
Archer, a 5-star Hunt character wielding the Quantum element, will be free for all players who log in during the event, until the end of version 3.6 (likely November 2025). Known for his precision and focus, Archer is designed to efficiently deal damage to bosses and elite enemies. His banner and acquisition are separate from standard banners, with Eidolons likely obtainable through the gacha system.
A New Grail War in Penacony
The collaboration introduces a new storyline set in Penacony, where a dream-based Grail War unfolds. Saber and Archer join the Penacony cast, bridging Fate’s lore with the Honkai: Star Rail universe. This narrative arc promises engaging interactions between Fate characters and the Astral Express crew, complete with cinematic moments and Fate-themed battles. The events are canon to the main Penacony story, suggesting lasting relevance within the HSR universe.
Key Features
- Event Start: July 11, 2025
- Characters: Saber (5-star, Destruction, Wind), Archer (5-star, Hunt, Quantum)
- Story: New, canon storyline in Penacony featuring a dream-based Grail War.
- Gameplay: Saber excels at wave clearing; Archer specializes in single-target damage.
- Availability: Saber via limited event banner; Archer free for all players during the event.
Summary Table
| CharacterPathElementHow to ObtainNotes | ||||
| Saber | Destruction | Wind | Limited Event Banner | High damage, Excalibur ult |
| Archer | Hunt | Quantum | Free (login event) | Single-target, quantum DPS |
Log in during the event to claim Archer for free and experience this unique Fate crossover within Honkai: Star Rail.
