Honkai: Star Rail Data Reveals Top Apocalyptic Shadow Picks

Honkai: Star Rail's Apocalyptic Shadow Mode: Top Performing Characters Revealed

A new fan-made chart highlights the most frequently used characters in Honkai: Star Rail's challenging Apocalyptic Shadow mode, a permanent addition similar to Pure Fiction and Forgotten Hall. This mode, unlocked after completing the "Grim Film of Finality" mission, tests players' strategic prowess with its unique enemy traits and demanding character requirements. Currently rewarding players with Xueyi for clearing the first two stages (as of version 2.3), Apocalyptic Shadow will see updated enemy lineups and balance adjustments in future updates.

The data, compiled by Reddit user LvlUrArti, reveals a clear tier list. Among five-star characters, Ruan Mei dominates with an impressive 89.31% usage rate. Close behind are Acheron (74.79%), Firefly (58.49%), and Fu Xuan (56.75%).

Top Five-Star Characters:

• Ruan Mei (89.31%)
• Acheron (74.79%)
• Firefly (58.49%)
• Fu Xuan (56.75%)

Top Four-Star Characters:

The chart also highlights top-performing four-star characters, with Gallagher leading at 65.14% and Pela following at 37.74%. The unexpectedly high performance of some four-star units, including Xueyi and Sushang, demonstrates the importance of strategic team composition over sheer star power.

The highest-scoring team identified in the data utilizes Firefly, Ruan Mei, the Trailblazer, and Gallagher, showcasing a potent blend of five-star and four-star capabilities.

Upcoming Challenges:

Future versions of Apocalyptic Shadow will introduce new challenges. A recent leak suggests that version 2.5 will add Phantylia the Undying, a three-phase boss from Xianzhou Lufou, known for its Lotus summons and varied damage types (Wind, Lightning, and Imaginary).

Rewards for conquering Apocalyptic Shadow include Stellar Jades, Refined Aether, Traveler's Guide, Lucent Afterglow, and Lost Crystal – valuable resources for enhancing characters and equipment at the Manifest Shop.