"Honkai: Star Rail Version 1.2 Update Brings Blade and Kafka Banners, Release Date Confirmed"

Honkai: Star Rail Version 1.2 will introduce new playable characters Blade, Kafka, and Luka. Blade is a five-star Wind Destruction unit who consumes his own HP for greater damage, while Kafka is a five-star Lightning Nihility unit focused on dealing Lightning DoT. Luka, a four-star Physical Nihility character, is also part of the update. The first banner will feature Blade, Arlan, Sushang, and Natasha, while the second banner will include Kafka, Luka, Sampo, and Serval. The update will be available on July 19, 2023.