A new leak from the Honkai: Star Rail 3.5 beta is really exciting. According to data mined from the latest test build, a system for detecting “character path change in combat” has been quietly added, suggesting that Path-switching mid-battle might become a real mechanic in the future.
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A Game-Changing Mechanic?
This feature is not fully implemented yet, but its appearance in the client files could hint at things to come. If true, it may open the door for characters who can suddenly swap their role mid-fight.
For example, players are already speculating that Elation characters might gain the ability to switch to a new Path: like putting on their mask and then switching to a different style during battle. This could add a ton of new ways to build teams and combat strategy, making encounters more exciting and unique.
Elation specifically would fit this type of combat. It is currently not a playable path, but we do know some characters are related to it, such as Sampo, who could maybe get a new 5-star version that would be Elation. He could switch path mid-fight after putting on his mask.
Of course, those are only suspicions, so take it with a grain of salt.
As always with leaks, nothing is confirmed until HoYoverse officially announces it. The system might be tied to a specific character, future story content, or even a new mechanic introduced in later patches. It is also possible it’s just backend testing with no current release plans.
Still, the possibility of mid-combat Path changes would be a major addition for the game, especially considering how important the Path system is.
