Honkai Impact 3rd Patch 3.7 Banner Preview: Cyrene Debuts, Castorice, Hyacine, and Mydei Possibly Returning

With patch 3.7 approaching, Honkai Impact 3rd developers are once again focusing on the upcoming new characters and banner rotation. While official confirmation has yet to be given, trailers, community leaks, and some in-game Easter eggs suggest that this patch will not only feature the debut of the all-new five-star character Cyrene, but also the likely return of popular characters like Castorice, Hyacine, and Mydei. Furthermore, the long-awaited new permanent mode, "Currency Wars," will officially launch in patch 3.7, offering players more strategic and challenging opportunities.

The following content combines leaks and existing clues to provide an early look at the highlights of patch 3.7 and offer some guidance on development and card drawing strategies.

HSR 3.7 Banner Preview – Cyrene Makes a Stunning Debut

New Character Role

Rarity: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Battle Path: Memory

Battle Type: Ice

Cyrene, known as "Cyrene," is a distinctive Memory character, her design inspired by poetry. Official copy describes her as "a ripple of past reveries," symbolizing the connection between the past and the future. Unlike previous support or pure DPS units, Cyrene possesses dual forms, allowing her to flexibly switch between support and offense.

In her passive Memory form, she shields and heals allies, converting damage taken into Memory Fragments for storage. Her ultimate ability, "Recall," then heals and removes debuffs from the group.

In her active Memory form, she enters a more aggressive state, consuming shards to apply the "Shatter" effect to enemies, dealing additional damage. Even more impressively, her abilities can "copy a teammate's last action," meaning that certain core DPS burst abilities can be multiplied, significantly increasing the team's damage cap.

Character Art and Design Highlights

Cyrene has two forms:

Memosprite—A pink, winged elf, dreamy and lively.

Adult form—Barefoot, adorned with a flower crown, and wielding a bow that summons starlight arrows, she exudes an elegant and mysterious aura.

Her talent allows the entire team to ignore some defense and increase true damage, further enhancing their overall damage output. Overall, Cyrene is a versatile character who balances support and burst, offering a wide range of adaptability, from challenging dungeons to story-based experiences.

Cyrene's Connection to Alicia

The most exciting topic in the community is the relationship between Cyrene and Alicia.

In her lines, she calls herself "Daughter of Aedes Elysiae," a title closely associated with Alicia.

Her art style, color scheme, and pink memosprite form are all reminiscent of Alicia from Honkai Impact 3rd.

Does this mean Cyrene is a continuation of Alicia's memories, or perhaps a character inheriting her legacy? This remains a mystery, but this hidden connection will undoubtedly be gradually revealed throughout the story, generating even more anticipation and emotional resonance for players.

Possible Returning Characters

In addition to the brand-new Cyrene, the 3.7 banner is very likely to feature popular characters.

Castorice

Rarity: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Path: Memory

Attribute: Quantum

Castorice is a Quantum-based core damage character. She relies on her "Spirit Wings" skill for area damage and possesses exceptional defense penetration. With the right support, her sustained damage can even reach top-tier levels in the game.

However, her high damage output requires health to be consumed, so a team with a support or healer who can maintain a stable health pool is essential. She is extremely valuable for players who enjoy high-intensity challenges and deep progression.

Hyacine

Rarity: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Path: Memory

Attribute: Wind

Hyacine is a utility-oriented support character. Her "Death Blossom" mechanic buffs allies who are depleted of health, ensuring they can maintain stable damage even at low health.

She synergizes well with self-damage characters like Mydei and Blade, making her a key support in high-risk playstyles.

Mydei

Rarity: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Path: Destruction

Attribute: Imaginary

Mydei is a challenging Destruction character whose damage is directly tied to health drain. The lower his health, the higher his damage, making him a typical high-risk, high-reward fighter. He not only delivers explosive damage but also draws enemy fire with his taunts, creating an environment for his team to deal damage.

She pairs best with support characters that can steadily drain health or have lifesteal mechanics, such as Hyacine.

New Mode: "Currency Wars"

Patch 3.7 will also introduce a new permanent gameplay mode, "Currency Wars," a major update previously announced during the official Patch 3.6 livestream.

Mode Features

10-Player Teams: Players will need to assemble larger squads to meet the challenges.

Front and Back Row Positioning: Different characters will receive specific bonuses or trigger bonds based on their positioning.

Combo Bonuses: The mode will offer exclusive bonuses, and certain character combinations can trigger special effects.

PvE-focused: This mode focuses on wave-based combat, emphasizing team building and strategy over direct confrontation.

The overall gameplay style is somewhat similar to deck-building, requiring players to find optimal synergy within a larger team. This not only tests the depth of their squad but also provides new challenges and growth opportunities for long-term players.

Conclusion

Overall, Patch 3.7 is packed with highlights:

Cyrene makes her debut, featuring a unique dual-form gameplay and is a versatile Memory-type character.

Castorice, Hyacine, and Mydei may be remastered, giving players the opportunity to complete their favorite characters.

The new "Currency Wars" mode provides a fresh platform for end-game gameplay and is expected to bring long-term content updates and gameplay depth.

For players planning card draws and resources, now is the time to make your plans. Whether you're looking to experience new story characters or tackle more challenging dungeons, version 3.7 is an update not to be missed.

While awaiting official confirmation, it's worth organizing your development resources and planning your Dream Fragments to embark on this adventure, which is sure to be full of surprises.