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Build guide · Honkai: Star Rail
English voice: Joshua Waters
The best Phainon build in Honkai: Star Rail (Version 4.4) is Thus Burns the Dawn with As Navigator Isee Sees It. Updated August 28, 2026
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Skill
Max first
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Ultimate = Talent = Basic
Then
Major traces, best first: March to Oblivion (A2) > Bide in Flames (A4) > Shine with Valor (A6)
E1Fire and Light Bind Virtue and Vice
E2Sky and Earth Churn Mortal Froth
E3Level bump
E4Faces of Titans, Blurred by Time
E5Level bump
E6Embers of Old Rise StillE1The base SPD inheritance ratio for Khaslana's extra turn increases to 66%. For every enemy target defeated in one battle, additionally increases this ratio by 1.5%, up to a max of 84%. When using Ultimate, increases CRIT DMG by 50%, lasting for 3 turn(s).
E2Khaslana's Physical RES PEN increases by 20%. When one use of "Foundation: Stardeath Verdict" consumes 4 "Scourge" point(s), gains 1 extra turn.
E4When using "Calamity: Soulscorch Edict," additionally gains 4 stack(s) of "Soulscorch."
E6The number of overflow points allowed for "Coreflame" no longer has an upper limit. When the battle starts, gains 6 point(s) of "Coreflame." After using the attack from "Foundation: Stardeath Verdict," additionally deals True DMG equal to 36% of the total DMG dealt in this attack to the enemy target with the highest HP.
A Destruction carry who wants raw multipliers rather than a mechanic, so the two support slots are whichever Harmony units buff hardest and the last is a healer.
Phainon — this characterMain DPS
TribbieHarmony buffer
CerydraATK buffer
HyacineSustainHonkai: Star Rail 5★ Physical Destruction Main DPS
Thus Burns the Dawn tops the light cone ranking for Phainon, at 133.69% relative damage at S1, ahead of On the Fall of an Aeon, Something Irreplaceable and A Trail of Bygone Blood. That order is prydwen.gg's, measured in play and rephrased here; every row of it sits under Light cones below.
Run As Navigator Isee Sees It on Phainon, with Wavestrider Captain and Scholar Lost in Erudition behind it. The planar ornament is Arcadia of Woven Dreams. Main stats are CRIT Rate > CRIT DMG body, Speed = ATK% feet, Physical DMG > ATK% sphere, ATK% rope. Roll substats in the order SPD (if needed) > CRIT RATE > CRIT DMG > ATK%.
Trace priority is Skill > Ultimate = Talent = Basic. The Ultimate costs 12 energy, which is what an Energy Regeneration Rate target has to clear.
The strongest team is Phainon, Tribbie, Cerydra and Hyacine, built around Phainon — Physical · Destruction.
Deals Physical DMG equal to 100% of Phainon's ATK to one designated enemy.
Ability level
6 is the cap from trace materials; Eidolons add the rest.
| Attribute | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic ATK DMG | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90% | 100% | 110% | 120% | 130% | 140% |
Gains 2 point(s) of "Scourge", dealing Physical DMG equal to 250% of Khaslana's ATK to one designated enemy and Physical DMG equal to 75% of Khaslana's ATK to adjacent targets.
Ability level
6 is the cap from trace materials; Eidolons add the rest.
| Attribute | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic ATK DMG | 125% | 150% | 175% | 200% | 225% | 250% | 275% | 300% | 325% | 350% |
| Adjacent DMG | 38% | 45% | 53% | 60% | 68% | 75% | 83% | 90% | 98% | 105% |
Gains 2 point(s) of "Coreflame," dealing Physical DMG equal to 300% of Phainon's ATK to one designated enemy and Physical DMG equal to 120% of Phainon's ATK to adjacent targets.
Ability level
10 is the cap from trace materials; Eidolons add the rest.
| Attribute | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skill DMG | 150% | 165% | 180% | 195% | 210% | 225% | 244% | 263% | 281% | 300% | 315% | 330% | 345% | 360% | 375% |
| Adjacent DMG | 60% | 66% | 72% | 78% | 84% | 90% | 98% | 105% | 113% | 120% | 126% | 132% | 138% | 144% | 150% |
Gains "Scourge" by an amount equal to the number of enemies and 1 stack of "Soulscorch," then causes all enemies to immediately take action. While in the "Soulscorch" state, Khaslana takes 75% reduced DMG. After an enemy target attacks or takes action, gains 1 more stack of "Soulscorch." After said enemy targets finish their actions, immediately launches Counter, deals Physical DMG to all enemies equal to 40% of Khaslana's ATK, and additionally deals 4 instance(s) of DMG, with each instance being Physical DMG equal to 30% of Khaslana's ATK dealt to one random enemy. Afterward, "Soulscorch" is dispelled. Each "Soulscorch" stack increases the DMG multiplier of said Counter by 20% of its original multiplier value. DMG dealt through this ability is considered as Skill DMG. If "Soulscorch" is still active at the start of Khaslana's extra turn, immediately launches Counter.
Ability level
10 is the cap from trace materials; Eidolons add the rest.
| Attribute | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skill DMG | 20% | 22% | 24% | 26% | 28% | 30% | 33% | 35% | 38% | 40% | 42% | 44% | 46% | 48% | 50% |
| Skill DMG (2) | 15% | 17% | 18% | 20% | 21% | 23% | 24% | 26% | 28% | 30% | 32% | 33% | 35% | 36% | 38% |
Dispels all debuffs on this unit, then deals Physical DMG equal to a max of 1170% of Khaslana's ATK. For every 1 point of "Scourge" consumed, deals 4 instance(s) of DMG, with each instance being Physical DMG equal to 45.0% of Khaslana's ATK dealt to one random enemy. When consuming 4 point(s) of "Scourge", additionally deals Physical DMG equal to 450% of Khaslana's ATK, which is evenly distributed across all enemies.
Ability level
10 is the cap from trace materials; Eidolons add the rest.
| Attribute | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skill DMG | 585% | 644% | 702% | 761% | 819% | 878% | 951% | 1024% | 1097% | 1170% | 1229% | 1287% | 1346% | 1404% | 1463% |
| Skill DMG (2) | 22.5% | 24.8% | 27.0% | 29.3% | 31.5% | 33.8% | 36.6% | 39.4% | 42.2% | 45.0% | 47.3% | 49.5% | 51.7% | 54.0% | 56.3% |
| Skill DMG (3) | 225% | 248% | 270% | 293% | 315% | 338% | 366% | 394% | 422% | 450% | 472% | 495% | 518% | 540% | 563% |
Transforms into Khaslana. During the transformation, deploys the Territory "Ruinous Irontomb." Within the Territory, other teammates depart and cannot take action, and all enemies have Physical Weaknesses. Khaslana does not enter his own turn, but has 8 Khaslana's extra turn(s), with a SPD set at 60% of Khaslana's base SPD. When the last of Khaslana's extra turns starts, immediately launches a final hit and deals Physical Ultimate DMG equal to 960% of Khaslana's ATK that is distributed evenly across all enemies.
Ability level
10 is the cap from trace materials; Eidolons add the rest.
| Attribute | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AoE DMG | 480% | 528% | 576% | 624% | 672% | 720% | 780% | 840% | 900% | 960% | 1008% | 1056% | 1104% | 1152% | 1200% |
Phainon's Talent. When "Coreflame" reaches 12 point(s), can activate Ultimate. Even after reaching the limit, can still hold up to 3 overflow point(s). When the transformation ends, gains "Coreflame" based on the number of overflow points. When Phainon is targeted by an ability from any other target, gains 1 "Coreflame" point. And if the ability is cast by one of Phainon's teammates, can also increase Phainon's CRIT DMG by 30% for 3 turn(s).
Ability level
10 is the cap from trace materials; Eidolons add the rest.
| Attribute | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Talent DMG | 15% | 17% | 18% | 20% | 21% | 23% | 24% | 26% | 28% | 30% | 32% | 33% | 35% | 36% | 38% |
Khaslana's Talent. Upon transformation, gains 4 point(s) of "Scourge". If this happens during an ally target's turn, then the duration of all buffs on that target is extended by 1 turn and the current turn ends. Khaslana is immune to Crowd Control debuffs, has 1 Enhanced Basic ATK and 2 Enhanced Skills, but cannot use Ultimate. During the transformation, increases ATK by 80% and Max HP by 270%. After using an attack, restores HP equal to 20% of his Max HP. When Khaslana takes a killing blow, he will not get knocked down. Instead, he will restore HP equal to 25% of Max HP and immediately launch a final hit. For every 1 remaining Khaslana's extra turn, the final hit's DMG multiplier decreases by 12.5% of its original multiplier value. When the transformation ends, increases all allies' SPD by 15% for 1 turn.
Ability level
10 is the cap from trace materials; Eidolons add the rest.
| Attribute | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ATK Boost | 40% | 44% | 48% | 52% | 56% | 60% | 65% | 70% | 75% | 80% | 84% | 88% | 92% | 96% | 100% |
| ATK Boost (2) | 135% | 149% | 162% | 176% | 189% | 203% | 219% | 236% | 253% | 270% | 284% | 297% | 311% | 324% | 338% |
While Phainon is in the team, increases Max Technique Points by 3. When actively using this Technique, consumes 2 Technique Points and immediately attacks all enemies within a certain range. After entering combat, regenerates 25 Energy for allies and gains 2 "Scourge" and 1 Skill Point(s). Deals Physical DMG equal to 200% of Phainon's ATK to all enemies at the start of each wave. If attacking a normal enemy, immediately defeats them without entering combat. No Technique Points are consumed if no enemies are hit.
A2When the battle starts, gains 1 point(s) of "Coreflame." When the transformation ends, gains 3 point(s) of "Coreflame."
A4When receiving healing or a Shield from a teammate, deals 45% increased DMG for 4 turn(s). This effect cannot trigger repeatedly within one turn. When receiving an Energy Regeneration effect from a teammate's ability, gains 1 point(s) of "Coreflame."
A6When entering combat or ending transformation, increases ATK by 50%. This effect can stack up to 2 time(s).
Totals at full unlock, summed across every node of that stat. Ascension rank gates the nodes as it gates the Bonus Abilities above.
Level 80 and every ability maxed
4,223,000
Credits 12 material lines
Ascension to 80
308,000
Credits 4 materials · 6 steps
All 6 abilities maxed
3,915,000
Credits 6× the single-ability bill
Ethereal Omen ×54,000Credits
Ethereal Omen ×108,000Credits
Invasive Clot ×3
Echoing Wail ×616,000Credits
Invasive Clot ×7Echoing Wail ×940,000Credits
Eternal Lament ×6Invasive Clot ×2080,000Credits
Eternal Lament ×9Invasive Clot ×35160,000Credits
Total to level 80
308,000 Credits
Eternal Lament ×15Invasive Clot ×65Echoing Wail ×15Ethereal Omen ×15Ethereal Omen ×32,500Credits
Borisin Teeth ×3Ethereal Omen ×65,000Credits
Echoing Wail ×3
Lupitoxin Sawteeth ×310,000Credits
Echoing Wail ×4Lupitoxin Sawteeth ×520,000Credits
Echoing Wail ×6Lupitoxin Sawteeth ×730,000Credits
Eternal Lament ×3
Moon Rage Fang ×345,000Credits
Daythunder Anamnesis ×1Eternal Lament ×4Moon Rage Fang ×580,000Credits
Tracks of Destiny ×1Daythunder Anamnesis ×1Moon Rage Fang ×8160,000Credits
Tracks of Destiny ×1Daythunder Anamnesis ×1Moon Rage Fang ×14300,000Credits
One ability maxed
652,500 Credits
Tracks of Destiny ×2Daythunder Anamnesis ×3Eternal Lament ×7Moon Rage Fang ×30Echoing Wail ×13Lupitoxin Sawteeth ×15Borisin Teeth ×3Ethereal Omen ×9All 6 abilities maxed
3,915,000 Credits
Tracks of Destiny ×12Daythunder Anamnesis ×18Eternal Lament ×42Moon Rage Fang ×180Echoing Wail ×78Lupitoxin Sawteeth ×90Borisin Teeth ×18Ethereal Omen ×54E1The base SPD inheritance ratio for Khaslana's extra turn increases to 66%. For every enemy target defeated in one battle, additionally increases this ratio by 1.5%, up to a max of 84%. When using Ultimate, increases CRIT DMG by 50%, lasting for 3 turn(s).
E2Khaslana's Physical RES PEN increases by 20%. When one use of "Foundation: Stardeath Verdict" consumes 4 "Scourge" point(s), gains 1 extra turn.
E3Ultimate Lv. +2, up to a maximum of Lv. 15. Basic ATK Lv. +1, up to a maximum of Lv. 10.
E4When using "Calamity: Soulscorch Edict," additionally gains 4 stack(s) of "Soulscorch."
E5Skill Lv. +2, up to a maximum of Lv. 15. Talent Lv. +2, up to a maximum of Lv. 15.
E6The number of overflow points allowed for "Coreflame" no longer has an upper limit. When the battle starts, gains 6 point(s) of "Coreflame." After using the attack from "Foundation: Stardeath Verdict," additionally deals True DMG equal to 36% of the total DMG dealt in this attack to the enemy target with the highest HP.
Physical
Destruction
