Get the latest Honkai Star Rail upcoming warp banners and predictions for May–June 2025. Know which 5-star and 4-star characters may arrive in Version 2.5, light cone leaks, banner cycle forecast, reruns, and who to save Stellar Jades for!
Who’s Coming to Honkai Star Rail Next?
With the ever-evolving world of Honkai: Star Rail, knowing the upcoming warp banners can help Trailblazers plan their pulls wisely. From new limited 5-star characters, possible reruns, to powerful signature Light Cones, the upcoming banners in May and June 2025 could significantly shape the game’s meta.
This guide dives into confirmed details from developer announcements and live streams, as well as reliable community leaks and predictions for Version 2.5 and beyond. If you’re saving your Stellar Jades, this is the must-read forecast before the next banner drops!
🗓️ Current & Upcoming Warp Banner Schedule (May 2025)
| Warp Cycle | Banner Name | 5-Star Character | Duration |
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| May 1–21, 2025 | Brilliant Blaze (Part 2 of 2.4) | Sparkle (Quantum, Harmony) | Confirmed |
| May 21–June 11, 2025 | [Predicted Banner] | New Fire or Imaginary DPS | Unconfirmed |
| June 11–July 2, 2025 | [Rerun Prediction] | Bronya / Seele / Blade | Likely |
🔍 Note: These dates follow Honkai Star Rail’s usual 21-day banner cycle. The Version 2.5 livestream is expected around May 18, 2025, which will confirm the next characters.
🌟 Confirmed Current Banner – Sparkle (May 2025)
⭐ Featured 5-Star: Sparkle
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Element: Quantum
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Path: Harmony
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Role: CRIT Buffer + Skill Point Generator
Sparkle has redefined the support meta by combining powerful CRIT DMG boosts and action advancement with SP generation. She fits perfectly with hyper-carry units like Jingliu, Blade, and Seele.
🛡️ 4-Star Units (on current banner):
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Gallagher (new Fire Abundance)
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Sampo
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Natasha
🔦 Light Cone Banner: Earthly Escapade
This Light Cone gives huge Crit DMG, Skill Point recovery, and Speed – tailor-made for Sparkle.
🔮 Predicted New Character Banners – Version 2.5
Version 2.5 is expected to launch on May 21, 2025, with two new banner cycles.
Based on reliable leaks and pattern analysis, here’s what’s likely coming:
🔥 1. Fire DPS (New 5-Star Character)
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Element: Fire
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Path: Destruction
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Role: High AoE DPS
Predicted Name: Feiyan or “Yanque” (based on previous HoyoVerse lore references)
This unit could bring scaling Fire AoE with burn mechanics and would synergize well with Kafka or Guinaifen.
🧿 2. New Imaginary Debuffer
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Element: Imaginary
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Path: Nihility
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Role: Support/Debuffer
This mystery character could compete with Silver Wolf, possibly introducing a DEF shred or speed control kit.
🔁 Predicted Rerun Characters (June 2025)
After Sparkle’s release and the new 5-stars in 2.5, expect popular reruns returning around June. Based on banner history and demand:
🌀 Likely Rerun Candidates:
🔮 Seele (Quantum Hunt)
The first limited 5-star remains a fan-favorite. Her rerun is overdue, and Quantum teams are trending again (especially with Sparkle).
⚔️ Blade (Wind Destruction)
Blade’s HP-scaling damage and synergy with healers like HuoHuo make him a strong rerun candidate.
🎭 Bronya (Wind Harmony)
Always in demand for her turn manipulation and Crit buffs. She pairs well with nearly any DPS.
🔥 Kafka (Lightning Nihility)
Popular among DoT players, especially if a burn-based Fire DPS drops soon.
🔦 Upcoming Light Cone Predictions
Every new banner includes a 5-star signature Light Cone, crucial for maximizing the character’s performance. Here’s what we may see:
| Light Cone | Predicted Owner | Path | Buff Type |
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| Crimson Ember (rumored) | Fire DPS | Destruction | Burn DMG + Crit Rate |
| Thought Unseen | Imaginary Debuffer | Nihility | Debuff Hit Rate + SPD Reduction |
| Inherently Unjust Destiny (rerun) | Aventurine | Preservation | DEF scaling boosts |
📌 What to Spend Stellar Jades On?
With so many powerful characters expected, here’s how to spend wisely:
💎 Best Pull Priorities (Based on Meta):
| Character | Reason to Pull |
|---|---|
| Sparkle | Game-changing SP generator & buffer |
| Kafka (if rerun) | Core of DoT comps |
| New Fire DPS | May bring AoE burst & burn synergy |
| Seele (if rerun) | Fast, stylish ST nuker with Quantum niche |
| Imaginary Debuffer | May enable new crowd control team archetypes |
🎯 Tips for Pull Planning
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🧠 Use Star Rail Special Passes only on limited-time banners
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🗓️ Watch for Livestream Confirmations (May 18)
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💰 Track drop rates – pity carries over to next banner of the same type
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💼 Join events – most banners align with free Stellar Jade rewards
🧠 FAQ – Honkai Star Rail Warp Banner Predictions May 2025
Q1. How often do new banners release?
A: Every 21 days, or roughly every 3 weeks. Each version has 2 banner phases.
Q2. Will we get a double banner like Genshin?
A: Not yet. HSR still follows a single-featured 5-star system, but multiple top 4-stars are rotated.
Q3. Is Sparkle worth pulling?
A: Yes, Sparkle is arguably top-tier support in May 2025, especially for high-end Memory of Chaos teams.
Q4. When will Seele rerun?
A: Based on pattern and leaks, likely in June 2025 during the second half of Version 2.5.
Q5. Should I save for the Imaginary debuffer?
A: If you missed Silver Wolf, this may be your best chance to add a Nihility-style support to your roster.
✅ Who Should You Pull in May–June 2025?
The warp banners coming in May and June 2025 are packed with powerful new meta characters and anticipated reruns. If you’re sitting on a pile of Stellar Jades, this is a prime opportunity to upgrade your team.
🔥 Our Top Predictions:
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Sparkle – Now live and a must-pull for supports
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New Fire AoE DPS – Possibly meta-breaking
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Imaginary Nihility Debuffer – Perfect for SU and MoC
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Seele or Blade Rerun – Returning fan-favorites
💬 Who are YOU saving your Stellar Jades for? Tell us in the comments!
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