Honkai: Star Rail's Apocalyptic Shadow Mode: Top Performing Characters Revealed
A newly released 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, accessible after completing the Grim Film of Finality mission. This mode tests player strategy with powerful enemies and specific character requirements.
The data reveals a clear top tier of characters. Among five-star units, Ruan Mei dominates with an impressive 89.31% usage rate. Close behind are Acheron (74.79%) and Firefly (58.49%), followed by Fu Xuan at 56.75%.
The top four-star performers are equally compelling. Gallagher leads the pack with a 65.14% usage rate, significantly outpacing Pela at 37.74%. Other popular four-star choices include Silver Wolf, Sparkle, Aventurine, and Black Swan.
Optimal team compositions, as indicated by the chart, frequently include Firefly, Ruan Mei, Trailblazer, and Gallagher. Surprisingly, some four-star characters like Xueyi and Sushang also prove highly effective.
Looking ahead, version 2.5 promises to further challenge players with the addition of a new boss, Phantylia the Undying, a three-phase enemy from Xianzhou Lufou, known for its Lotus summons and diverse damage types (Wind, Lightning, and Imaginary).
Successfully completing Apocalyptic Shadow rewards players with valuable in-game resources, including Stellar Jades, Refined Aether, Traveler's Guide, Lucent Afterglow, and Lost Crystal – crucial for acquiring Rail Passes, upgrading relics, and obtaining new Light Cones.
