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Honkai: Star Rail’s New Endgame Mode: Anomaly Arbitration Explained

Version 3.6 of Honkai: Star Rail is set to introduce Anomaly Arbitration, a brutal new permanent endgame mode designed to push veteran players to their limits. With strict unlock conditions, complex team-building mechanics, and no Stellar Jade rewards, this mode is purely for those seeking the ultimate challenge.

Here’s everything we know so far.

How to Unlock Anomaly Arbitration

Before even attempting this mode, players must prove their strength by conquering the hardest content in the game:

  • Memory of Chaos (MoC) Stage 12 – Full clear with 3 stars
  • Pure Fiction (PF) Stage 4 – Full clear with 3 stars
  • Apocalyptic Shadow (AS) Difficulty 4 – Full clear

Only after completing all three will Anomaly Arbitration become available.

Gameplay Structure & Challenge

The mode consists of four stages, each ramping up in difficulty:

Three Trial Stages

  • Players must deploy three entirely separate teams (no overlapping characters).
  • Each stage tests different combat mechanics, forcing strategic team compositions.

Final Boss Stage

  • After clearing the first three stages, players can mix and match characters from their previous teams to take on a punishing final boss.
  • This stage is expected to be the hardest combat challenge yet in Honkai: Star Rail.

Rewards: Bragging Rights Over Stellar Jade

Unlike other endgame modes, Anomaly Arbitration does not reward Stellar Jade. Instead, players earn:

  • Exclusive avatar frames
  • Redeemable character outfits
  • High-value progression materials

This design choice emphasizes skill and roster depth over grinding for pulls, catering to dedicated players who want a true test of their account strength.

Why This Mode Matters

  • Roster Depth Required – Players can’t rely on a single overpowered team; they need multiple well-built units.
  • No Meta Shortcuts – The no-repeat rule discourages hyper-investment in just a few characters.
  • True Endgame Challenge – Positioned as the hardest content yet, surpassing MoC, PF, and Apocalyptic Shadow.

Release Date & Final Thoughts

Anomaly Arbitration arrives in Version 3.6 (mid-2025). While some players may be disappointed by the lack of Stellar Jade rewards, this mode is clearly aimed at hardcore veterans who want a reason to keep optimizing their teams beyond standard endgame content.

Will you be ready for the challenge?

(Note: Details are based on leaks and official previews—subject to change upon release.)

 

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