Saber has arrived in Honkai Star Rail 3.4 through the Fate/stay Night collaboration—and she’s more than just a nostalgic crossover. As a 5★ Wind Destruction unit, Saber brings overwhelming AoE nukes, energy synergy, and one of the most cinematic Ultimates in the game.
Whether you’re a Fate fan or a competitive Trailblazer looking to build a top-tier DPS, this guide covers everything you need to maximize her potential from Day 1.
⚔️ Why Saber Is a Must-Build DPS
Saber isn’t just flashy—she’s meta-relevant and new-player friendly, thanks to:
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πͺ️ Devastating AoE Ultimate (1380% multiplier!)
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π Core Resonance mechanic that enhances uptime and energy generation
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π‘ Flexible team synergy across both Memory of Chaos and Pure Fiction
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π¬ Gorgeous Excalibur animation—peak Fate vibes!
"She hits harder than my E2 Jingliu." — Reddit user u/SwordOfPromised
π‘️ Best Light Cones for Saber (F2P & Premium)
π₯ Best in Slot (BiS): A Thankless Coronation
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+72% Crit DMG
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+80% ATK for 1 turn after using Ultimate
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π₯ Synergizes perfectly with her Ultimate-focused playstyle
π§ͺ Other Viable Options
| Light Cone | Why It’s Good | How to Get |
|---|---|---|
| On the Fall of an Aeon | +64% ATK (after Breaks) | Herta Store (F2P) |
| Thus Burns the Dawn | DEF Ignore on Ult | Limited Banner |
| A Trail of Bygone Blood | Solid Crit Rate boost | Battle Pass |
✅ F2P Pick: On the Fall of an Aeon is the go-to for free players due to consistent scaling.
π‘️ Best Relic Sets & Planar Ornaments
π§ Relic Sets
BiS: 4pc Wavestrider Captain
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+16% Crit DMG
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+48% ATK after Ultimate (based on stack consumption)
Alt: 4pc The Ashblazing Grand Duke (if you focus on Follow-Up synergy)
π Planar Ornaments
BiS: Firmament Frontline: Glamoth
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+12% ATK
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+18% DMG if SPD ≥135
Alt: Rutilant Arena
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+8% Crit Rate
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+20% Skill DMG if Crit Rate ≥70%
π Stat Priority
| Slot | Main Stat | Substats |
|---|---|---|
| Body | Crit DMG / Rate | Crit > ATK% > SPD |
| Feet | ATK% / SPD | SPD if under 135 |
| Sphere | Wind DMG% | — |
| Rope | ATK% | — |
π― Stat Goals:
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Crit Rate: ~70% (with trace bonuses)
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Crit DMG: 150%+
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SPD: 135+ (for Glamoth bonus)
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ATK: 3,000+
π― Skill Priority & Rotation Tips
πΌ Leveling Priority
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Ultimate – Your primary damage source (Max first!)
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Skill – Builds Core stacks (Lvl 8–9)
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Talent – Enables faster energy regen (Lvl 6–8)
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Basic ATK – Lowest priority
π Optimal Rotation
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Use buffers first (Tingyun, Sparkle, Pela).
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Cast Skill 2–3 times to build Core Resonance.
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Break the enemy (if possible).
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Unleash her Ultimate for massive AoE.
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Repeat.
π‘ Pro Tip: Trigger Excalibur after breaking toughness for max bonus damage.
π Best Team Comps for Saber
π₯ Premium Hypercarry Team
| Role | Character |
|---|---|
| DPS | Saber |
| Buffer 1 | Robin – ATK/Energy buffs |
| Buffer 2 | Sparkle – Crit DMG & SP support |
| Sustain | Huohuo – Healing + energy regen |
π° F2P Friendly Team
| Role | Character |
|---|---|
| DPS | Saber |
| Buffer 1 | Tingyun – ATK/Energy support |
| Debuffer | Pela – DEF shred |
| Healer | Lynx – Free sustain option |
π Alternative Supports
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Bronya – Action Advance + ATK buff
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Gallagher – SP-positive healer
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Sunday – Crit Rate & ATK buffs
π¦ Ascension & Trace Materials (Lv. 80 Max)
πΌ Ascension Mats
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Storm Eye x65 – Stagnant Shadow (Herta Space Station)
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Ascendant Debris x56 – Echo of War
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Charred Bud of Twilight x139 – New 3.4 Calyx
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Credits: 539,000
π Trace Materials
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Tracks of Destiny x12
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Credits: 3,000,000
π ️ Farming Tip: Focus on Storm Eyes early—new Calyxes often have lower drop efficiency!
π‘ Advanced Saber Tips
✔️ Energy Management
Saber shines when paired with Tingyun or Huohuo for fast Ultimate cycles.
✔️ Break Timing
Time her Ultimate after enemy break for bonus Wind DMG and ATK stacks.
✔️ SP Efficiency
Unlike hyper-spammers like Archer, Saber only needs 1 SP every 2 turns.
✔️ Support Positioning
Put Saber adjacent to buffers (like Sparkle) to maximize ult synergy.
π Saber Build Summary Table
| Build Element | Best Option |
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| Light Cone (BiS) | A Thankless Coronation |
| F2P Light Cone | On the Fall of an Aeon |
| Relic Set | 4pc Wavestrider Captain |
| Planar Set | Firmament Frontline: Glamoth |
| Main Stats | Crit DMG / ATK% / Wind DMG% |
| Speed Goal | 135+ |
| Team Core | Saber + Energy Buffers (Tingyun/Robin) |
❓ FAQ
Q: Is Saber worth pulling in Honkai Star Rail 3.4?
✅ Yes—she’s one of the best AoE Wind DPS units, especially if you lack Jingliu or Blade.
Q: What’s Saber’s best F2P Light Cone?
π― On the Fall of an Aeon is your best choice from the Herta Store.
Q: How much Crit Rate should I aim for?
Around 70%, especially if using Rutilant Arena.
π³️ Community Poll: Who's Your Saber Team?
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π₯ Saber + Robin + Sparkle + Huohuo
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π° Saber + Tingyun + Pela + Lynx
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π€ Running something else? Comment below!
π§π€π§ Community Links & Resources
π Final Verdict: Saber’s Meta Reign Has Begun
Saber is not just a nostalgic crossover bonus—she’s a top-tier AoE damage dealer with flexible team fits and easy-to-use rotations. Whether you’re pushing high-tier MoC or vibing in Pure Fiction, Saber has what it takes to carry hard and look stylish doing it.
Rating: 9.5/10 – Must-build for AoE burst lovers and Fate fans alike.
What’s your favorite Saber combo or Light Cone pick? Drop it in the comments! ⚔️✨
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