Himeko has managed to mark her spot amongst the most powerful AOE characters in Honkai Star Rail. This 5-star character is a fire-style fighter who follows the Path of Erudition. Himeko’s Critical Damage, Speed, Fire Damage, and Break Effect potential make her an unstoppable DPS unit. If you wish to maximize her contribution to your team, you need to choose the best Light Cones, Relic sets, and a synergistic squad around her.
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Himeko Abilities in Honkai Star Rail
| Move | Skill Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Sawblade Tuning | Basic Attack | A comparatively weaker attack that inflicts 50% Fire Damage on a single target. |
| Molten Detonation | Skill | This move lets Himeko cast AoE attack on all the enemies at a rate of 138%. |
| Heavenly Flare | Ultimate | This move lets Himeko cast an AoE attack on all the enemies at a rate of 138%. |
| Victory Rush | Talent | When Himeko’s points are maxed, she can wield her talent to inflict 70% Fire Damage to all the targets on the next turn. To gain points, you need to cast Weakness Break (three times to get max points). |
| Incomplete Combustion | Technique | This skill lets Himeko actualize a dimension for 15 seconds. After being engulfed in this dimension, the fire damage is accentuated for 2 turns by a rate of 10%. |
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Best Light Cones for Himeko in Honkai Star Rail
Since Himeko inclines towards AoE, you want to choose Light Cones that will uplift Himeko’s Critical Damage, Effect Hit Rate, and Attack Stats. Some of the most reliable Light Cones for the Himeko build are:
- Before Dawn (5-Star)
- Night on the Milky Way (5-Star)
- Today is Another Peaceful Day (4-Star)
- The Birth of the Self (4-Star)
- The Seriousness of Breakfast (4-Star)
Best Relic Sets for Himeko
To maximize the potential of Himeko, we suggest focusing on Relic Sets targeted towards Critical Damage, Break Effect, Attack, and Energy Recharge. Since Himeko naturally has good Speed Stats, you can also use relics to complement this attribute. Here are some of the best relic sets for Himeko:
- 4 Pc Firesmith of Lava Forging
- 4 Pc The Ashblazing Grand Duke
- 2 Pc Musketeer of Wild Wheat
These Planar Ornaments can subtly make a huge impact on Himeko’s performance:
- 2 Pc Space Sealing Station
- 2 Pc Inert Salsotto
- 2 Pc Firmament Frontline: Glamoth
Best Team Composition for Himeko
Since Himeko is an AoE DPS damage dealer, it is recommended to place her at the opposite end of the team defender. Apart from this, pairing Fire-type characters with Himeko is a great strategy. The units that pair best with Himeko include:
