Jingliu will be making her debut in Honkai: Star Rail as a playable character in version 1.4, first half. She makes her first appearance in the Companion Mission Frosty Blade’s Trial and has a significant background as the former sword master of the Xianzhou Luofu and Jing Yuan’s mentor. Throughout the game’s various versions, Jingliu has been featured in important quests, teasers, and memorable moments. In this article, we will explore various aspects of the Jingliu Banner.
Jingliu is featured in the Path of Destruction and is a formidable 5-star character with an Ice-type element. She specializes in delivering substantial area-of-effect skill damage through her transformative states. She can serve as the primary damage dealer for your team or take on a sub-DPS role. This article will provide insights into her gameplay mechanics, abilities, and skills, shedding light on her role in battles.
Why should you pull for Jingliu
Perfect Synergy with Blade
Jingliu’s unique ability to enter the ‘Transcendence’ state with her ‘Crescent Transmigration’ talent makes her an ideal choice for a team with Blade. Her HP drain in this state not only boosts her own ATK but also complements the playstyle of Blade who often relies on managing his HP for increased damage output. This synergy can lead to devastating combos and sustained performance in battles.
Impressive Damage Output
Jingliu is no slouch when it comes to dealing with damage. Her Ice-based attacks, especially her ultimate ‘Precipitous Blossoms, Fleeting as Stellar Dreams,’ can hit hard and cover a wide area, making her an effective damage dealer in various situations. Her ability to accumulate ‘Moonlight’ or ‘New Moon’ stacks further enhances her damage potential, allowing her to consistently deal significant damage over time.
Meta Relevance
Jingliu’s versatility and unique mechanics have earned her a place in the current meta of Honkai: Star Rail. Her ‘Transcendence’ state and the ability to switch between ‘Moonlight’ and ‘New Moon’ give her adaptability, allowing her to fit into a variety of team compositions. In the ever-evolving landscape of the game, having a character like Jingliu with both sustainability and damage potential is crucial for success.
Longevity
With Jingliu being a limited featured character, she may not return in banners for a considerable amount of time. By pulling for her now, you secure a valuable addition to your collection that will remain relevant for a long time. This ensures a stable and effective team setup that you can rely on in the foreseeable future.
In the version 1.4 Banner order of Honkai Star Rail, Jingliu takes the spotlight as the first featured character when the update launches. Additionally, the Jingliu Banner offers rate-ups for several 4-star characters, including the Quantum-type character Qingque from the Erudition Path, the Lightning-type character Tingyun from the Harmony Path, and the Wind-type character Sampo from the Nihility Path. These additional characters can complement your team and enhance your gameplay experience.
Jingliu Abilities and Ascension
Jingliu’s Ascensions offer a range of enhancements that align with her consistent damage-dealing capabilities. As you invest in and upgrade her abilities, you’ll notice substantial increases in damage, higher CRIT DMG, improved Speed, and an overall boost in her damage output. These improvements solidify her role as a reliable Sub DPS character in various team compositions.
| ASCENSION 2 | ASCENSION 4 | ASCENSION 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Deathrealm | Sword Champion | Frost Wraith |
| While in the Spectral Transmigration state, increases Effect RES by 35%. | After using Transcendent Flash, the next action will be Advanced Forward by 10%. | While in the Spectral Transmigration state, increases Ultimate DMG by 20%. |
Jingliu Abilities
Basic Attack – Lucent Moonglow
Jingliu inflicts Ice damage on a single target and accumulates one ‘New Moon’ stack.
Skill 1 – Transcendent Flash Feathered Frost
Jingliu deals Ice damage based on her ATK and adds one ‘Syzygy’ stack.’
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Skill 2 – Transcendent Flash Moonlit River
Jingliu damages a single enemy and nearby foes with Ice damage. It consumes one ‘Syzygy’ stack.
Ultimate – Precipitous Blossoms, Fleeting as Stellar Dreams
Jingliu deals Ice damage to a single enemy and surrounding foes. If she’s in the ‘Transcendence’ state, she gains two ‘Moonlight’ stacks after the attack. If not, she accumulates two ‘New Moon’ stacks.
Talent – Crescent Transmigration
With 2 ‘Syzygy’ stacks, Jingliu enters the ‘Transcendence’ state, enhancing her ATK at the cost of her and her teammates’ HP. In this state, ‘New Moon’ becomes ‘Moonlight,’ and Jingliu gains a new skill, ‘Moonlit River.’ Exiting the ‘Transcendence’ state occurs when ‘Moonlight’ stacks reach 0.
Technique – Shine of Truth
At the start of a battle, Jingliu automatically collects one Syzygy stack. Additionally, her Enhanced Skill, “Moon on Glacial River,” inflicts Ice damage to a single target and nearby enemies, with the damage scaling based on Jingliu’s ATK.
Jingliu Eidolons
| EIDOLON | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|
| Eidolon 1 – Moon Crashes Tianguan Gate | When using her Ultimate or Enhanced Skill, Jingliu’s CRIT DMG receives a 24% boost for 1 turn. If targeting only one enemy, the damage originally meant for adjacent targets will also affect the primary target, dealing with Ice DMG equal to 100% of what those adjacent targets would have received. |
| Eidolon 2 – Crescent Shadows Qixing Dipper | After using her Ultimate, the damage of her next Enhanced Skill increases by 80%. |
| Eidolon 3 – Halfmoon Gapes Mercurial Haze | Raises the Ultimate and Talent levels by 2, with a maximum cap of level 15. |
| Eidolon 4 – Lunarlance Shines Skyward Dome | While in the Spectral Transmigration state, the ATK boost obtained from consuming allies’ HP increases by 90% of the total HP consumed from the entire team. The cap for this ATK boost also increases by 30%. |
| Eidolon 5 – Night Shades Astral Radiance | Increases Skill level by 2, up to a maximum of level 15. Increases Basic ATK level by 1, up to a maximum of level 10 |
| Eidolon 6 – Eclipse Hollows Corporeal Husk | When Jingliu enters the Spectral Transmigration state, she gains 1 Syzygy stack. While in the Spectral Transmigration state, her CRIT DMG increased by 50%. |
The information provided here is based on a reliable source but has not been officially confirmed. It’s essential to exercise caution and keep in mind that unofficial details are subject to change. These specifics may not be entirely accurate or definitive, so it’s important to stay informed and be aware of potential updates or adjustments.
Why is Jingliu worth pulling for in Honkai: Star Rail
Jingliu is a compelling character to pull for in Honkai: Star Rail for several reasons. Firstly, her unique gameplay mechanics and versatility make her an excellent addition to any team composition. Her ability to enter the ‘Transcendence’ state, coupled with the synergy it offers with other Destruction characters and her capacity to switch and enter a transcended state, ensures that she can adapt to various combat scenarios.
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Moreover, Jingliu boasts impressive damage output, further solidifying her position as a top-tier character. Her Ice-based abilities and crowd control potential provide both sustained damage and battlefield control, allowing her to excel in different game modes. Overall, Jingliu’s unique skills, versatility, and meta-relevance make her a wise investment for players looking to enhance their gameplay experience in Honkai: Star Rail.
In the upcoming Version 1.4 first-half release on October 11, 2023, Jingliu will make her debut as the featured character in the first banner. Her impressive abilities are expected to establish her as one of the game’s top Ice-type characters, with the goal of surpassing Yanqing in terms of both popularity and effectiveness.
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