Herta Build Guide for Honkai: Star Rail

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Character Profile

Character Overview

Madam Herta, the formidable 5-Star Ice Erudition character in Honkai: Star Rail, serves as Emanator of Nous. This brilliant mind holds position #83 in the Genius Society and established the Herta Space Station. The iconic Herta puppets scattered throughout the station, including her playable 4-star counterpart, are modeled after her younger self.

Combat Specialization

As an Erudition specialist, The Herta dominates multi-target encounters while maintaining solid single-target performance. Her kit features impressive self-buffs including an 80% CRIT DMG team boost when paired with Erudition allies and a potent three-turn ATK buff from her Ultimate. This makes her relatively easy to build with accessible F2P options for Light Cones and team composition.

Gameplay Mechanics

The Herta's combat revolves around accumulating Inspiration stacks for herself and building Interpretation stacks on enemies. Consuming Inspiration stacks enables enhanced Skill attacks, while Interpretation stacks amplify damage from her strengthened abilities. This guide covers optimal builds to maximize her battlefield performance.

Optimal Build Configuration

Relic Recommendations

The Scholar Lost in Erudition set stands as her premier option, offering CRIT Rate and substantial Skill/Ultimate damage boosts. Players can alternatively utilize the Hunter of Glacial Forest set before obtaining optimal pieces. For Planar Ornaments, Izumo Gensei and Takama Divine Realm provide the best overall performance, with Rutilant Arena serving as a strong alternative.

Stat Targets

• ATK: 2,500-3,900 (depending on setup)
• CRIT Rate: 80-100% in combat
• CRIT DMG: 180-200%+ (with A4 Trace)
• SPD: Base or 134 breakpoint

Light Cone Selection

Into the Unreachable Veil remains her undisputed signature option, followed by Night on the Milky Way in multi-target scenarios. F2P players can effectively utilize Today Is Another Peaceful Day (S5) as a budget-friendly alternative that competes with 5-star options. Various 4-star Light Cones serve as viable temporary solutions for newer players.