Summary
AHonkai: Star Railleak is teasing the potential in-game appearance of rumored upcoming character Sam, expected to be introduced to the game in a future update. The recent launch of the HoYoverse sci-fi RPG’s Version 2.0 update has brought plenty of new content to the game, aside from the debut of Penacony. Version 2.0 introduces three new playable characters toHonkai: Star Railwith Black Swan, Sparkle, and Misha coming alongside new areas to explore and new puzzle-solving mechanics. A new leak could now potentially be teasing rumored character Sam’s addition to the game.
Sam saw his long-awaited first official appearance during the main story ofHonkai: Star Rail’s Version 2.0 as a member of the Stellaron Hunters. Before his in-game debut, Sam had been heavily teased through the story ofStar Rail’s pre-existing Stellaron Hunters with Sam and Kafka first recruiting Blade to the group. He was also heavily involved in popular character Silver Wolf’s addition to the antagonistic organization, teased through her Character Stories. Now, a new leak is giving a closer view at how Sam may look as a playable character.
Rumored Honkai: Star Rail Character Sam Leaks
A recent leak shared to the Chinese Baidu Tieba forums gives a closer look at thein-game model for rumored character Sam. The short clip shows Sam’s metal suit of armor moving and shifting into different positions, changing his appearance into more battle-ready stances. The second video also showcases parts of Sam’s mask moving, revealing the glowing blue visor underneath and the mechanical movements inside his chest armor.Sam’s release date withinHonkai: Star Railhas not been confirmed, though current rumors suggest he may arrive in Version 2.2.
Sam serves as just one of several characters rumored to be joiningHonkai: Star Rail’s roster throughout the Penacony cycle. HoYoverse has directly introduced several of these characters through its Special Program broadcasts and promotional material,teasing upcoming cast members like Sunday and Robin. Leaks fromHonkai: Star Railhave also hinted at several new updates coming for older characters, including the next version of the Trailblazer and a rumored skin for starter character March 7th.
With multiple Penacony characters already teased,Honkai: Star Railrecently revealed the trio of party members that will join the playable roster in Version 2.1. During the lead-up to Version 2.0’s Special Program, HoYoverse introduced two new five-star characters coming in Version 2.1, with Aventurine and Acheron set to join the roster.Honkai: Star Railwill also add anew four-star character in Gallagherduring the Version 2.1 update. The upcoming releases of several highly-anticipated characters should have plenty in store forHonkai: Star Railfans during the Penacony cycle.
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