Kafka, a character in Honkai: Star Rail, is set to receive significant buffs that may enhance her follow-up attack, allowing it to activate with any teammate’s attack. This makes Kafka’s kit more versatile, addressing her waning relevance as new characters have emerged in the game.
Previously, during the initial phases of Honkai: Star Rail, Kafka was highly anticipated and recognized as one of the strongest 5-star units upon her introduction in Version 1.2. However, her status has diminished with newer characters like Penacony and Amphoreus overshadowing her skills, particularly with Acheron commanding attention in the Nihility category.
Recognizing this imbalance, developers have announced plans to improve certain characters, including Kafka. Recent leaks from well-known community sources, Luna and Seele Leaks, indicate that Kafka’s follow-up attack could potentially interact with Damage over Time (DoT) debuffs, triggered by any of her allies’ attacks.
Currently, her follow-up attack is limited to an ally’s Basic Attack, but these upgrades could allow for more frequent activation and improved damage output. The specifics regarding the timing of these changes remain uncertain, though there are hints that they may coincide with Version 3.3.
As the game evolves, adjustments are planned not just for Kafka but also for other characters like Silver Wolf, Blade, and Jingliu. These changes seek to enhance the playability and relevance of early units.
Meanwhile, players can look forward to the introduction of a new Quantum Nihility character, Cipher, who is rumored to also focus on follow-up attacks in the upcoming update. This evolving landscape in Honkai: Star Rail promises exciting developments for both new and returning players.