The rumor mill for Honkai: Star Rail is buzzing again, and this time, the whispers are about something every player loves: free stuff. A fresh leak has the community all excited, pointing towards a generous event in the upcoming Version 2.7 that would let Trailblazers pick up a free 4-star character. Let's be real, who doesn't like a nice freebie to spice up their roster? It's been a hot minute since the last one of these selector events, so this news is hitting just right.

According to the leak, shared by a user on Reddit, the event is called "Cosmic Home Decor." The gist of it is pretty charming: the Trailblazer gets their own personal room to fix up and decorate. To get the renovations going, you'll need something called Express Fund. You earn this special currency by completing duties and playing through a segment named "Dinner Meeting." It sounds like a cozy, low-stakes side activity—a nice change of pace from the usual universe-saving antics. Once you've pooled enough funds and leveled up your space, the grand reward awaits: a selector that lets you choose one of four 4-star characters.

The rumored lineup for this selector is a solid mix:

• Moze (The Destruction, Physical)

• Misha (The Destruction, Ice)

• Xueyi (The Destruction, Quantum)

• Lynx (The Abundance, Quantum)

Now, that's a pretty sweet deal. Each of these characters brings something unique to the table. Players over on Reddit were quick to chime in with their thoughts. Some were already planning their picks, with Moze getting a fair bit of love despite the... let's say, lively discussions that surrounded his initial release back in Version 2.5. Others were just happy to see the tradition of free characters continuing. HoYoVerse has a pretty good track record with these giveaways, so hopes are high.

Looking back, the game has been steadily building its cast. We got Lynx way back in Version 1.3, followed by Xueyi in 1.6. This year, Misha made his debut in the massive Penacony update (2.0), and Moze joined the crew later on. Offering them for free is a fantastic way for newer players to catch up or for veterans to finally get that one character they missed.

Of course, it's crucial to remember the golden rule of leaks: take it with a grain of salt. Nothing is set in stone until the developers make an official announcement. Plans can change during development. But given the game's history of rewarding its players, the community's optimism feels pretty well-placed.

While we wait for Version 2.7, expected to land around December 2025, there's still plenty happening in the current timeline. Version 2.5's second phase banners are wrapping up soon, offering a final chance to pull for Lingsha or Topaz. And right on its heels, Version 2.6 is set to launch, bringing new banners featuring Rappa and Imbibitor Lunae in the first phase, followed by Acheron and Aventurine in the second. The Express never stops rolling, and neither does the excitement for what's coming next around the bend.

So, for now, Trailblazers can keep this juicy bit of info in the back of their minds. The prospect of customizing a personal space and getting a free character out of it? That's a win-win scenario most are eager to see become reality. We'll just have to wait and see what the official word is when the time comes.