Scoring free characters in Honkai Star Rail can be a challenge, especially rare 4-star and 5-star ones. However, with the upcoming Version 1.6 release, players can acquire the new 5-star character, Dr. Ratio, at no cost!
Dr. Ratio is an Imaginary-type character that belongs to The Hunt trail. By logging in during a specified period, you can add this powerful new ally to your team.
When Can I Get Dr. Ratio Reward?
The free Dr. Ratio reward will be available from the start of the Panta Rhei event on January 17, 2024 in phase 2 of Honkai: Star Rail version 1.6, until the end of version 2.1.
So you have from January 17th 2024 to the end of version 2.1 to log in and claim your free 5-star Dr. Ratio! This gives both existing and new players plenty of time to unlock him.
How to Qualify for the Free Dr. Ratio Reward in HSR
To qualify for the free Dr. Ratio reward in Honkai: Star Rail, you must meet one requirement:
✅ Finish the “A Moment of Peace” Trailblaze Mission
This is the opening Trailblaze mission sequence in Honkai: Star Rail. Specifically, you must complete the 3rd mission called “Today is Yesterday’s Tomorrow” to qualify for the free Dr. Ratio.
So as long as you’ve finished this initial Trailblaze tutorial mission, you will be eligible to claim Dr. Ratio for free during the specified period.
How to Claim Dr. Ratio Reward in HSR
Claiming your free Dr. Ratio in Honkai: Star Rail is very straightforward:
Step 1) Log in to Honkai: Star Rail anytime between January 17th, 2024 (start of Panta Rhei event) and the end of version 2.1
Step 2) Check your in-game mail
Step 3) Claim Dr. Ratio from the mail and add him to your roster!
It’s that easy. Dr. Ratio will be sent directly to your account mail, so be sure to check it after logging in during the eligible period.
Why Is Dr. Ratio a Top Character?
So why is the free Dr. Ratio such a hot commodity in Honkai: Star Rail? Here are some key reasons this Imaginary Hunter is a top-tier character:
💥 Very Strong Attack Ratings
Dr. Ratio boasts impressive ATK ratings across the board:
❇️ Basic ATK: A+
❇️ Skill ATK: SS
❇️ Ultimate ATK: SS
With triple-S tier Skill and Ultimate attacks, Dr. Ratio hits incredibly hard!
🎯 Excellent Skills
His Passive, Skill and Ultimate have great synergy for dealing damage:
📝 Passive – One Cut Kill: Basic attacks have a chance to deal bonus Imaginary DMG based on Dr. Ratio’s ATK.
➕ Skill – Schrodinger Slash: Performs a circular slash, dealing Imaginary DMG to surrounding enemies. Boosts his Crit DMG.
🔺Ultimate – StarGates: Opens portals dealing massive Imaginary DMG over a wide area.
🛡 Very Tanky
Despite being a high DPS character, Dr. Ratio also has very strong defenses, making him quite tanky:
❇️ Max HP: A+
❇️ DEF: A+
His innate sustain and damage mitigation gives him great solo survivability.
👍 Easy to Use
With simple directional slashes and wide area attacks, Dr. Ratio is very easy to use effectively right away. Just tap Skills and Ultimate when available to unleash huge bursts of damage.
💰 100% Free to Obtain
And of course, the #1 reason is that this ultra rare 5-star character can be claimed for free just by logging in!
FAQ
Here are answers to some frequently asked questions about getting the free Dr. Ratio in Honkai: Star Rail:
Do I have to wish or spend crystals to get Dr. Ratio for free?
No, you do NOT need to spend any currencies or wish to receive Dr. Ratio. Just log in during the period and claim him from your mail.
What if I’m a new player who hasn’t started yet?
As long as you complete the “A Moment of Peace” Trailblaze mission after you start, you will qualify for the free Dr. Ratio.
What if I already claimed Dr. Ratio but didn’t add him to my roster?
As long as you claimed Dr. Ratio from your in-game mail, you will be able to find him by going to Characters > Collection to add him to your roster.
Can I get Dr. Ratio on all my accounts/servers?
Yes, you can claim the free Dr. Ratio reward separately on each account and server.
Final Words – January 4, 2024
A free top-tier 5-star character like Dr. Ratio doesn’t come often, so be sure to log in starting January 17th 2024 to claim him! With mighty Imaginary attacks, tremendous sustain, and easy playstyle, he’s a huge boost to any roster.
Just complete the “A Moment of Peace” Trailblaze mission and check your mail between Version 1.6 Phase 2 and Version 2.1 to obtain this powerful Hunter.
Will you be grabbing the free Dr. Ratio in Honkai: Star Rail? Let us know!
