Look, I've been covering Honkai events for years now, and this Relic Recon iteration might just be the most generous we've seen. 120 guaranteed Access Cards? That's enough to completely transform your roster if you play it smart.
But here's the thing – and I can't stress this enough – you need a plan going in. I've watched too many players blow their cards on mediocre pieces because they didn't understand the targeting system.
Event Overview: What You're Actually Getting Into
The Numbers Game (And Why It Matters)
Event runs November 5 through December 15, 2025. You'll need Trailblaze Level 21+ to participate – pretty standard stuff. The real meat is in those 120 Access Cards: 48 from Version Missions, 72 from Event Missions.
Each card opens a +15 5-star relic chest. Sounds simple, right? Wrong.
The targeting system is where things get interesting. Every 8th chest guarantees recommended main stats and at least 2 effective substats. That's your safety net – use it wisely.
Version Missions break down like this: Complete Trailblaze sections (8 cards), daily login streaks of 1-3 days (8 cards each), and Trailblaze Power consumption at 240/480/720/960 increments (4 cards per threshold). Event Missions? That's where the bulk comes from – Snack Dash spectating, Currency Wars participation, the works.
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Farming Strategy That Actually Works
Currency Wars is your goldmine here. Black Iron 1 nets you 8 cards, and you get 3 cards per match completion (capped at 8 matches). Do the math – that's substantial card income if you stay consistent.
Here's my editor take: don't sleep on the Trailblaze Power consumption missions. Hit that 960 threshold early and often. It's steady progress that adds up fast.
The temporary storage system? Game changer. You can compare duplicate pieces before committing. Those green lock icons aren't just pretty – they're your ticket to optimization heaven after December 15th when Variable Dice rerolling kicks in.
Cyrene: The SPD Breakpoint Queen
Why 180 SPD Changes Everything
Cyrene's a 5-star Ice Remembrance support, and she's absolutely bonkers with 2+ Chrysos Heirs on the team. But here's what most guides won't tell you straight up: if you're not hitting 180 SPD, you're leaving massive damage on the table.
That 180 breakpoint activates Causality in Trichotomy. We're talking +20% team damage and +2% Ice RES PEN per excess SPD point (capped at 60 additional). Yeah, you read that right – every SPD point above 180 is pure team DPS.
Main stat priority: Body HP%/CRIT DMG, Feet SPD (non-negotiable), Sphere HP%/Ice DMG%, Rope HP%.
Substats? Tier 1: SPD, HP%. Tier 2: CRIT DMG, CRIT Rate. Don't get cute with this order.
Target 200+ SPD if you can swing it. The Ice RES PEN scaling is disgusting in the best way possible. HP-wise, 4000+ keeps you alive, 5000+ is comfort territory for endgame content.
Set Combinations That Don't Suck
Primary pick: Sacerdos' Relived Ordeal (2pc) + Messenger Traversing Hackerspace (2pc). Direct SPD bonuses, no fuss.
Alternatives worth considering: World-Remaking Deliverer (4pc) for team damage buffing, Eagle of Twilight Line (4pc) if you're running Advance mechanics.
Planar Ornaments: Sprightly Vonwacq gives you that battle start Advance – 3 actions in the first cycle is chef's kiss territory. Amphoreus works too, especially for the CRIT Rate bonuses and ally SPD on Memosprite summon.
Phainon: The Flexible Powerhouse
Support vs DPS – Pick Your Poison
Phainon's a 5-star Physical Destruction DPS with Enhanced State transformation. The beauty? He can flex between roles depending on your team needs.
Support builds: Body CRIT Rate, Feet SPD, Sphere Physical DMG%, Rope ATK%. Target SPD 134-135 – just one point above your team supports for proper Coreflame generation timing. This matters more than you think.
DPS builds: Body CRIT Rate, Feet ATK%, Sphere Physical DMG%, Rope ATK%. We're aiming for 100% CRIT Rate, 150%+ CRIT DMG, 2500+ ATK minimum.
Enhanced State is where Phainon gets stupid strong – 40-80% ATK bonuses and 135-270% Max HP increases. That's why base ATK investment scales so efficiently.
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Team Synergy (Because Context Matters)
The Coreflame system generates stacks through targeted ally buffs/debuffs. Overflow gives +3 additional stacks, and each Coreflame enables +15-30% CRIT DMG for 3 turns.
Optimal team comps:
- F2P: Phainon, Trailblazer Ice, Tingyun, Lynx
- Generalist: Phainon, Sunday, Cerydra, Huohuo
- Sustainless: Phainon, Sunday, Cerydra, Tingyun
Cyrene synergy is particularly nasty – Ode to Worldbearing gives +6 Coreflames, +6% CRIT DMG per excess (capped at 36%), plus +8% CRIT Rate. It's disgusting.
Mydei: The HP-Scaling Monster
Understanding the Bloodied Chiton Passive
Mydei's a 5-star Imaginary Destruction DPS who literally consumes HP for power. Sounds metal, plays even better.
Main stats: Body CRIT DMG, Feet SPD, Sphere Imaginary DMG%/HP%, Rope HP%.
Here's the kicker – Bloodied Chiton passive gives +1.2% CRIT Rate per 100 HP over 4000 (maxed at 4000 excess). That's 48% CRIT Rate at 8000+ HP. Free. CRIT Rate.
HP Thresholds you need to know:
- 8000 HP: Caps Bloodied Chiton CRIT Rate bonus (48%)
- 6000 HP: Minimum for effective passive utilization
- 10000+ HP: Luxury investment territory
CRIT Optimization: 90-100% CRIT Rate combining passive with substats, 150%+ CRIT DMG after you've secured CRIT Rate.
Set Synergies That Make Sense
Primary choice: Scholar Lost in Erudition (4pc) – +8% CRIT Rate and +20% Skill/Ultimate DMG. Clean, effective, no gimmicks.
Alternative: Longevous Disciple (4pc) offers +12% Max HP and +8% CRIT Rate per stack on HP consumption (maxed at 2 stacks).
Planar Ornaments: Bone Collection's Serene Demesne for CRIT DMG bonus at 5000+ HP, Rutilant Arena for Skill DMG enhancement at 70%+ CRIT Rate.
Endgame Performance (The Real Numbers)
Vendetta state at 100 Charge provides: 15-25% HP restoration, +100% action value, +50% Max HP, DEF reduction to 0. At 150 Charge, Godslayer triggers 140-280% single target plus 84-168% adjacent damage.
Performance benchmarks:
- Minimum: 6000 HP, 70% CRIT Rate, 120% CRIT DMG
- Optimal: 8000 HP, 90% CRIT Rate, 150% CRIT DMG
- Maximum: 10000+ HP, 100% CRIT Rate, 180%+ CRIT DMG
Advanced Min-Maxing (Where the Magic Happens)
Stat Efficiency That Actually Works
The Relic Recon targeting system is your best friend for precise stat allocation. Here's what most players miss:
Main DPS targeting: Phainon selection forces Physical DMG% Planar Sphere without SPD substats. ATK/CRIT with SPD requires specific DPS targeting.
Support optimization: SPD/ATK supports should target Dan Heng • Permansor Terrae. SPD/CRIT DMG combinations work best with Cerydra or Trailblazer (Remembrance) targeting.
Priority order for card allocation – and this is crucial:
- Main DPS (Phainon/Mydei) requiring 4 substats with specific CRIT ratios
- Support DPS (Cyrene) needing SPD breakpoints
- Utility Characters with lower stat requirements
Resource Allocation Strategy
The Guarantee Box system ensures recommended main stats and 2+ effective substats every 8th chest. Plan your card expenditure to align Guarantee Boxes with your highest-priority character slots.
Post-event optimization uses Variable Dice rerolling for final stat perfection on pieces with correct main stats but suboptimal substats. That's your endgame right there.
Common Mistakes (That I See Way Too Often)
Stat Imbalance Issues
Cyrene builds commonly neglect SPD substats – missing that critical 180 breakpoint costs you +20% team damage activation. Don't be that player.
Phainon optimization mistakes? SPD mismatching with supports, which completely disrupts Coreflame generation timing. Get your turn order right.
Mydei builds frequently underinvest in HP, missing the 8000 threshold for maximum CRIT Rate passive benefits. You're literally leaving free stats on the table.
Resource Waste Prevention
Never switch target characters mid-event. This replaces existing relics with new set pieces – you lose everything.
Use the event's stat hint system to identify optimal substats before finalizing pieces. It's there for a reason.
Reserve enhancement materials for confirmed optimal pieces after event completion and Variable Dice rerolling. Patience pays off here.
Event-Specific Farming Routes
Daily Routine That Works
My recommended daily routine:
- Trailblaze Power Consumption targeting 240/480/720/960 thresholds (4 cards each)
- Currency Wars participation completing daily matches (3 cards each, 8 match maximum)
- Snack Dash spectating 4 matches (6 cards) and accumulating 40,000 points (additional 6 cards)
Currency Wars rank progression: Black Iron 1 (8 cards), Viridian Bronze 1 (8), Jade Steel 1 (8), Cobalt Silver 1 (6), Ice Titanium 1 (6). Focus on consistent participation rather than pushing for high ranks – the card income difference isn't worth the stress.
Material Prioritization
Focus Access Cards on characters with the highest stat requirements. Prioritize relic slots with restrictive main stat requirements: Feet slots (limited to SPD/ATK% options), Body slots (CRIT Rate vs CRIT DMG vs HP% decisions), Sphere/Rope slots (elemental DMG% and scaling stat optimization).
Budget-Friendly Tips (For the F2P Warriors)
F2P Stat Priorities
Cyrene builds should prioritize SPD 180 breakpoint through mixed 2-piece sets (Messenger + Sacerdos). It's achievable and effective.
Phainon budget builds target 60-70% CRIT Rate and 150%+ CRIT DMG as minimum thresholds. Don't spread yourself too thin.
Mydei budget optimization prioritizes HP% main stats until reaching 8000 HP for passive maximization. The CRIT Rate return on investment is insane.
Focus Access Card spending on single character optimization rather than spreading across multiple builds. Master one character at a time.
Prioritize main stat correctness over substat perfection during the event. Correct main stats provide 70-80% of build effectiveness – substats are the cherry on top.
FAQ
Q: How long does the Relic Recon Event last and what are participation requirements? Event runs November 5 - December 15, 2025, requiring Trailblaze Level 21+. Players earn 120 Access Cards total through Version and Event Missions.
Q: What are optimal main stats for Cyrene? Body HP%/CRIT DMG, Feet SPD (mandatory), Sphere HP%/Ice DMG%, Rope HP%. Focus on SPD 180 breakpoint for +20% team DMG activation.
Q: Should Phainon focus on DPS or support stats? DPS builds: Body CRIT Rate, Feet ATK%, targeting 100% CRIT Rate and 150%+ CRIT DMG. Support builds: Feet SPD for turn order optimization.
Q: What HP threshold should Mydei reach? Target 8000+ HP to maximize Bloodied Chiton passive, providing 48% CRIT Rate. This makes HP investment more efficient than traditional CRIT Rate substats.
Q: Can I change target character during the event? Avoid switching as this replaces existing relics with new pieces, losing previous progress. Commit to character selection based on long-term goals.
Q: What happens to stored relics after the event? After December 15, 2025, stored relics become permanent and rerollable using Variable Dice for further optimization through substat rerolling.
