At Gamescom 2024, Honkai: Star Rail officially announced a collaboration with Fate/stay night: Unlimited Blade Works, a revelation that has captured the attention of the gaming community.
Recent rumors suggest that Saber, one of the most iconic characters from the Fate series, may join Honkai: Star Rail as a playable character.
Below, we present the currently known details about this collaboration, along with speculative information regarding the potential inclusion of Saber and Archer.
While these details remain unconfirmed by official sources, they offer an intriguing glimpse into what this highly anticipated crossover might entail.
Collab Information
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Announced during the Honkai: Star Rail Version 2.4 Special Program on July 19, 2024, the collaboration is set for release in Q3 2025 (July–September).
The crossover will integrate Fate/stay night [Unlimited Blade Works]' narrative, potentially featuring a new story, events, or even a new planet.
Given HoYoverse's history with large-scale collaborations, expectations are high for unique gameplay elements and limited-time content.
Character Leaks
Saber (Artoria Pendragon)
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Leaks from Luna suggest Saber, the iconic servant from Fate/stay night, will join as a 5-star Wind Destruction character.
Both her character and Eidolons suppose to be obtainable via gacha.
As a central figure in Unlimited Blade Works, Saber's inclusion aligns with fan expectations, promising powerful abilities that reflect her legendary status.
Archer (Emiya Shirou)
Archer, known for his strategic prowess, is rumored to be a 5-star Quantum Hunt character.
Leaks indicate that Archer's base character may be free, with Eidolons available through gacha.
His presence was teased in the Gamescom 2024 trailer, featuring his iconic line, "Are you my Master?"
Also, Archer's skills are expected to emphasize precision and versatility, fitting his Fate persona.
Q&A
Q1: When will the collaboration launch?
A1: The event is confirmed for Q3 2025, likely between July and September.
Q2: Which characters are confirmed?
A2: No official confirmations yet, but leaks point to Saber and Archer as playable characters.
Q3: Will there be new story content?
A3: Speculation suggests a new planet or Holy Grail War-inspired story, though details are pending.
Q4:How reliable are the leaks?
A4: Leaks from sources like Tieba Uncle Hellgirl have been accurate in the past but remain unofficial until HoYoverse confirms.
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