A recent Honkai: Star Rail leak has revealed details about Cipher’s signature Light Cone, which is expected to debut in Version 3.3 on May 23. Cipher, a rumored five-star Nihility character, will come with a Light Cone designed for Crit-heavy, damage-focused builds, making her a strong choice for players looking to optimize their DPS.
Cipher’s Light Cone Effects and Gameplay Impact
According to a leak from prominent HoYoverse insider Shiroha, Cipher’s Light Cone will provide:
- A flat Crit Rate boost, similar to other Light Cones that enhance raw stats.
- A DEF-reducing effect when the wearer lands a hit with their Skill.
- An additional DEF reduction if the attack crits.
This Light Cone appears to be tailored for damage-oriented Nihility characters, particularly those who rely on Skills as their primary damage source. Characters like Acheron and Kafka could potentially benefit from its effects, while debuff-focused units like Welt and Sampo might also find it useful in certain team compositions.
Cipher’s Role in Honkai: Star Rail
Cipher is expected to be one of the Chrysos Heirs, a group of characters tied to the game’s lore. She is rumored to possess the Coreflame of Trickery, which aligns with her high-damage, Crit-based playstyle. While she has yet to appear in the main story, leaks have hinted at her involvement alongside other upcoming characters like Hyacine and Phainon.
With recent additions like Tribbie (Quantum Harmony) in Version 3.1 and Castorice (Quantum DPS) arriving in Version 3.2, Cipher’s release will add yet another powerful option for Quantum DPS enthusiasts. Her Crit-heavy kit is expected to make her a sought-after choice for players aiming to optimize high-damage team compositions.
Release Date and Expectations
Cipher’s debut is currently rumored for Version 3.3 on May 23, 2025, alongside her signature Light Cone. Given her Crit and DEF-shredding abilities, she could quickly become a top-tier Nihility DPS, especially for teams built around damage amplification and debuffs.
With the continued expansion of Honkai: Star Rail’s Quantum roster, Cipher’s arrival could introduce exciting new strategies and team synergies. Players eagerly awaiting her release will want to stay tuned for official announcements from HoYoverse.
