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How To Set Support Characters In Honkai Star Rail

Here is everything you need to know about Support Characters and Starfaring Companions in Honkai Star Rail!
How To Set Support Characters In Honkai Star Rail

Honkai Star Rail is a turn-based RPG that takes players on a journey across the stars as a passenger of the Astral Express crew. Naturally,  it would be pretty lonely exploring the galaxy on your own, which is why HoYoverse allows players to add other Trailblazers to their friend list. This isn't only for cosmetics, and there are several benefits for adding other players to your friend list in Honkai Star Rail. One of these benefits is being able to use Support Characters. 

So, if you are ready to learn more about Support Characters in Honkai Star Rail, you've come to the right place. This article will cover everything you need to know about Support Characters in Honkai Star Rail, including what they are, how to set them, and the benefits of using them!

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Players can set one Support Character. (Picture: HoYoverse)

How To Set A Support Character In Honkai Star Rail

Here is a step-by-step guide on how to set a Support Character in Honkai Star Rail:

  1. Open the menu by selecting the smartphone icon in the top left corner of the screen. 
  2. Press the three dots next to your Account Name. 
  3. Select "Trailblazer Profile."
  4. Select "Support Character."
  5. Choose the character you want to add as your designated Support Character (you can also remove an existing Support Character by selecting "Remove Support" at the bottom right corner of the screen). 
  6. If done correctly, you should have successfully set a Support Character!

What Are Support Characters In Honkai Star Rail

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Players should set their most powerful character as a Support Character. (Picture: HoYoverse)

Support Characters in Honkai Star Rail can be used by other players to help them on their adventure. There is a lot of incentive to select a powerful Support Character because the more people use the said character, the more rewards you can earn. Upwards of 60,000 Credits can be earned by players using your Support Character until you claim the reward and it resets. 

Players can use random Support Characters if their friend list is empty or use the same Support Character if they have a person added. This can be very helpful in clearing early game content by using a powerful Support Character. 

What Are Starfaring Companions In Honkai Star Rail

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Show off your favorite characters via the Starfaring Companions menu. (Picture: HoYoverse)

Players will also have the option to select three Starfaring Companions to add to their profile. Unlike Support Characters, these characters have no in-game effect. They are simply cosmetic additions to show off your favorite and most powerful characters. They can be seen whenever a player views your Trailblazer Profile. 

And that's everything you need to know about Support Characters and Starfaring Companions in Honkai Star Rail!

How To Set Support Characters In Honkai Star Rail FAQ

How To Set A Support Character In Honkai Star Rail

To set your Support Character, go to the menu icon in the top left and select "Trailblazer Profile." Choose "Support Character" and pick your desired character. To remove a Support Character, click "Remove Support" at the bottom right.

What Are Support Characters In Honkai Star Rail

In Honkai Star Rail, players can use Support Characters for help. Choosing a strong one earns more rewards. Players can earn up to 60,000 Credits, and can select a random Support Character if their friend list is empty. This is useful for clearing early game content.

How do Starfaring Companions work?

Starfaring Companions are an aesthetic addition to your Trailblazer Profile. They don’t do anything. The option is there for you to show off your favorite characters. Many players will likely use this to show off their favorites. Some other may use it to show off their rare pulls or most powerful characters. You can see your friends’ Starfaring Companions when viewing their Trailblazer Profiles from your friends list. They, and others, will be ablet to see yours as well. Otherwise, that’s really it for Starfaring Companions. It’s just a bit of glam for your profile.