Honkai: Star Rail Leak Hints at Highly Anticipated Character in Version 2.6

A fresh leak from Honkai: Star Rail teases the arrival of a highly-anticipated character making their debut in the upcoming Version 2.6 update. With nearly 60 playable characters already available, HoYoverse’s popular sci-fi RPG continues to expand its roster by hinting at more key figures set to join the game's ever-growing universe.

HoYoverse has long introduced various in-game factions such as the Genius Society, Masked Fools, and the Intelligentsia Guild through both lore and characters. Now, a new figure from one of these prominent groups is expected to make their first appearance in the game.

A New Genius Society Member Joins the Roster

From the very beginning of Honkai: Star Rail's story, players were introduced to the Genius Society through Herta, a pivotal character who serves as the 83rd member of the group and master of the Herta Space Station. She aids the Astral Express crew in their journey. Since launch, other notable members of the Genius Society have also been introduced, including the playable character Ruan Mei in Version 1.6, and another rumored character, Screwllum. Now, another Genius Society member is preparing to enter the fray.

Leak Teases Polka Kakamond's First Appearance

A leak from well-known HoYoverse insider Sakura Haven suggests that the infamous Genius Society member, Polka Kakamond, could make their first in-game appearance with Version 2.6. The leak hints that Polka will be part of an update to the Simulated Universe, though it’s unclear in what capacity. Version 2.6 is expected to launch in October.

Though Polka Kakamond hasn't officially appeared in the game yet, they already hold a legendary status among fans. Referred to as the "Lord of Silence" by Herta, Polka is rumored to have killed several other Genius Society members. Despite their long absence, this leak supports the in-game theories that Polka may still be alive and ready to resurface.

Polka Kakamond’s introduction would mark the arrival of one of Honkai: Star Rail's most talked-about characters. HoYoverse has been steadily teasing a variety of major upcoming characters, from the mysterious leader of the Stellaron Hunters, Elio, to the many powerful Aeons scattered throughout the game's universe.

There are also rumors swirling about the return of familiar faces in new forms, with leaks suggesting that Tingyun could soon receive a fresh, playable version. As Honkai: Star Rail gears up for its next major update, fans are eagerly awaiting the reveal of one of its most enigmatic characters.