Recent leaks from Honkai: Star Rail offer a sneak peek at Anaxa, a highly anticipated new character from the Amphoreus region. These leaks suggest Anaxa will be a utility powerhouse, bringing a unique blend of abilities to the game.
Anaxa, one of several "Flame-Chaser" characters making their Star Rail debut in the game's fourth playable world, is expected to possess a diverse skillset. This includes manipulating enemy weaknesses, a feature reminiscent of Silver Wolf, and delaying enemy turns, a tactic employed by characters like Silver Wolf and Welt. Furthermore, he's anticipated to offer significant offensive support, potentially reducing enemy defense and boosting damage for himself or his allies. A specific release date remains unconfirmed.
The Amphoreus region, already featuring Star Rail versions of popular Honkai Impact 3rd characters like Kevin Kaslana (Phainon) and Elysia (Cyrene), is set to expand its roster with Anaxa. This follows the pattern of introducing alternate versions of familiar characters, a trend seen with Seele, Bronya, and Himeko.
Anaxa's leaked abilities seem to draw inspiration from several existing characters. His weakness application mirrors Silver Wolf's flexibility, while his defense reduction resembles Pela's utility. The turn-delaying mechanic is a familiar feature, showcasing his potential to be a highly effective support character.
With the current meta heavily influenced by top-tier supports like Ruan Mei and Robin, and newer additions such as Sunday and Fugue, Anaxa's arrival could significantly alter the game's landscape. Considering the upcoming damage-focused support Tribbie in Version 3.1, Anaxa's versatile kit positions him as a potentially game-changing addition to Honkai: Star Rail's roster. His precise release date remains unknown, but his potential impact is already generating considerable excitement among players.