For the first time ever, HoYoverse is presenting a rare opportunity to obtain a five-star character for free. Honkai: Star Rail, the developer’s free-to-play turn-based RPG, achieved significant recognition by securing three awards in its inaugural year, including the prestigious title of Best Mobile Game at The Game Awards.
Following this success, HoYo has introduced a chance for players to acquire Dr. Ratio, a five-star Imaginary Hunt character, without the need to expend a single Star Rail Pass. Discover the steps to secure Dr. Ratio for free, and make sure to seize this offer before it concludes.
How to Obtain Dr. Ratio for Free:
Fortunately, even if you are a newcomer to Honkai: Star Rail, you can still obtain Dr. Ratio for free. This opportunity is available to anyone who has unlocked the mail feature within the game.
1. Navigate to your phone dashboard and select the mail icon.
2. Look for the starred mail at the top titled “Subscription Reply from Dr. Ratio.”
3. Inside, you’ll find an automatic reply from Dr. Ratio himself. Click on the Claim button to add him to your character roster.
4. Confirm the successful claim by checking if Dr. Ratio appears on your screen and is listed in your Character list after accessing your mail.
Acquiring Dr. Ratio’s Ascension Materials:
For players still in the early stages of the game, obtaining Dr. Ratio’s ascension materials is achievable through the Temporary Access feature in the Interastral Guide. Note that the actual teleportation point cannot be unlocked until a specific point in the main story, and “Temporary Access” will be visible in relevant sections such as Stagnant Shadows.
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Claiming Period for Dr. Ratio:
According to HoYo, Dr. Ratio can be obtained for free within the specified timeframe:
- Start: January 16-17, 2024, depending on your timezone
- End: At the conclusion of Honkai: Star Rail 2.1 – Date to be announced
Dr. Ratio made his debut alongside the launch of his limited-time banner, Panta Rhei. Players can secure him for free through the in-game mail and also have the option to pull for additional copies during this time. The claim period extends until the conclusion of Honkai: Star Rail 2.1, with the official release date yet to be disclosed. Subsequently, Dr. Ratio will transition into a regular limited-time event character, joining the ranks of Seele, Luocha, and Silver Wolf.
HoYo has specified that Dr. Ratio is a limited-time event character, and in the future, he may only be accessible through his banner unless unforeseen circumstances arise. The likelihood of HoYoverse offering another limited-time five-star character anytime soon is uncertain.
Honkai: Star Rail is accessible on PC, iOS, Android, and PlayStation 5.
