Should you pull for Feixiao in Honkai: Star Rail?

The ferocious Feixiao has finally made her way into full release in Honkai: Star Rail version 2.5. With it, it’s time to ask the question that always pops into the mind of those considering pulling a new character: Is she worth it?

Is Feixiao worth pulling in Honkai: Star Rail?

Feixiao is an extraordinarily powerful character with a lot of easy-to-access damage in her kit. In terms of raw strength, she offers a ton of value to any account, but the amount depends on who else you already own. This is because Feixiao is a follow-up character, and as with most follow-up characters in HSR, they thrive depending on who they have on their team. With Topaz and Robin being her best teammates by far, thanks to their potent buffs to follow-up attacks, having them on your account makes Feixiao an interesting consideration.

Furthermore, Feixiao being a Hunt character means she deals top-tier single-target damage, but a big plus is that her AoE potential isn’t all that weak despite her typing. Her follow-up mechanic is rather unique for a follow-up character because, unlike most, her follow-up does not require any special condition to build or activate. An ally hitting an enemy is enough to increase her counter, meaning she is highly versatile and can fit on most teams without much trouble.

That said, despite Feixiao’s solid value, she isn’t a must-pull for a few key reasons. Her biggest drawback is the stiff competition she faces from Firefly and Acheron. While Feixiao can dish out just as much damage as these two, you don’t need to pull for her if you already have one or both. Firefly and Acheron are in the same power tier as Feixiao, and her slight edge in single-target damage isn’t enough to justify spending Stellar Jades for such a minor upgrade. This is especially true in AoE-heavy content like Pure Fiction, where Feixiao struggles to compete in any meaningful metric and is far less effective than the aforementioned.

So, should you pull for Feixiao? Is she worth your time and investment? The answer depends on your roster. If you already have her ideal teammates, like Topaz and Robin, or if you’re missing Firefly and Acheron, she could be a great addition. But, if you’re only after her for meta reasons, weigh these factors before committing. Ultimately, if you love her design, go for it! Your enjoyment should be the top priority. Just make sure you’re certain before pulling the lever.