A recent leak from Honkai: Star Rail has given fans a sneak peek into a brand new detail about Castorice, a character soon to arrive from the enigmatic Chrysos Heirs. As we’re gearing up for Version 3.0 this coming January, Honkai: Star Rail is preparing to transport players to the intriguing planet of Amphoreus, a place rumored to echo Greek themes and mythology.
Dubbed “The Eternal Land,” Amphoreus stands as the fourth major planet in the Honkai: Star Rail saga. Legends say that even the renowned Akivili the Trailblazer hasn’t journeyed there yet. There’s a veil of mystery around Amphoreus, aside from one crucial fact: the Chrysos Heirs have played a vital role in breathing life back into it after a thousand years of conflict between mortals and gods.
One noteworthy character from the Chrysos Heirs is Castorice. In the Golden Epic trailer, she is depicted as the protector of the River of Souls, also known as the Styx. Many fans speculate that she might be inspired by the figure of Charon from Greek mythology, the mythic ferryman of souls in the Underworld. However, a revelation from recognized leaker Seele Leaks suggests Castorice is in fact one of the Three Titans of Calamity, famously referred to as “Thanatos, Hand of Grey.” This theory aligns with her possession of the Coreflame of Death, a detail that was subtly hinted in the Honkai: Star Rail teaser “The Worlds You’ve Never Been,” where a flower petal wilts in her touch.
As it happens in Greek lore, Thanatos is a symbol of peaceful death, touching those who are nearing life’s end. This character insight fits neatly with Castorice’s described role as the River of Souls’ guardian. Not surprisingly, this detail has sparked discussions among fans, piquing their curiosity about the mysterious Coreflame and the Chrysos Heirs’ practice of Flame-Chasing.
Equally intriguing to fans is the potential playability of Castorice along with other members of the Chrysos Heirs coming next year. Buzz in the gaming community hints that Castorice might debut as a Quantum-type Remembrance character in Version 3.2 of Honkai: Star Rail, although there’s always the chance for changes or surprises in the months to come. Nonetheless, it’s clear HoYoverse is cooking up an enthralling escapade on Amphoreus, with players keenly anticipating its kickoff on January 15, 2025.
For those aboard the Astral Express, Honkai: Star Rail offers a captivating odyssey across the universe’s cosmos. From HoYoverse, creators of global interactive entertainment, comes this space fantasy RPG. It’s a thrilling journey through vividly imagined worlds, assembling a team of memorable companions to navigate and conquer the threats that loom over the universe. Released on April 26, 2023, the game boasts Unity software, supports cross-platform play, and offers myriad adventures to uncover for hours on end.
