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Honkai Star Rail Herta is an Ice-element Erudition character focused on AoE damage. Her Skill and Ultimate hit all enemies, while her Talent triggers follow-up attacks when foes drop below 50% HP. This makes her ideal for clearing waves and supporting damage-heavy teams. With solid base stats and a Technique that boosts her ATK, Honkai Star Rail Herta thrives in battles where she can consistently trigger her Talent and apply pressure across multiple targets.
Herta Build
The Erudition
Ice
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
HP
952
ATK
582
DEF
396
Speed
100
Taunt
75
Herta Upgrade Materials
Body: CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG
Feet: Speed
Planar Sphere: Ice DMG
Link Rope: Energy Regen Rate / ATK%
CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG
Speed
ATK%
Break Effect
Honkai Star Rail Herta Guide: Abilities
What Are You Looking At?
Herta Normal Attack
Single Target
Deals Ice DMG equal to 50% of Herta’s ATK to a single enemy.
One-Time Offer
Herta Skill
AoE ATK
Deals Ice DMG equal to 50% of Herta’s ATK to all enemies. If the enemy’s HP is at 50% of their Max HP or higher, DMG dealt to this target increases by 20%.
It’s Magic, I Added Some Magic
Herta Ultimate
AoE ATK
Energy Cost: 110
Deals Ice DMG equal to 120% of Herta’s ATK to all enemies.
Fine, I’ll Do It Myself
Herta Talent
AoE ATK
When an ally’s attack causes an enemy’s HP to fall to 50% of their Max HP or lower, Herta will launch a follow-up attack, dealing Ice DMG equal to 25% of Herta’s ATK to all enemies.
It Can Still Be Optimized
Herta Technique
Enhance
After using her Technique, Herta’s ATK increases by 40% for 3 turn(s) in the next battle.
Efficiency
First Tier
When Skill is used, the DMG Boost effect on target enemies increases by an extra 25%.
Second Tier (Ascension 2)
DEF + 5%
Third Tier (Ascension 3)
Ice DMG + 3.2%
Fourth Tier (Ascension 3)
CRIT Rate + 2.7%
Puppet
First Tier
Herta’s RES to Crowd Control debuffs increases by 35%.
Second Tier (Ascension 4)
Ice DMG + 4.8%
Third Tier (Ascension 5)
DEF + 7.5%
Fourth Tier (Ascension 5)
Ice DMG + 4.8%
Icing
First Tier
When Ultimate is used, deals 20% more DMG to Frozen enemies.
Second Tier (Ascension 6)
CRIT Rate + 4%
Third Tier (Lv. 75)
DEF + 10%
Kick You When You’re Down
Herta Eidolon Level 1
When using Basic ATK, if the designated enemy’s HP percentage is at 50% or less, additionally deals Ice Additional DMG equal to 40% of Herta’s ATK.
Keep the Ball Rolling
Herta Eidolon Level 2
Every time Talent is triggered, this character’s CRIT Rate increases by 3%. This effect can stack up to 5 time(s).
That’s the Kind of Girl I Am
Herta Eidolon Level 3
Skill Lv. +2, up to a maximum of Lv. 15.
Basic ATK Lv. +1, up to a maximum of Lv. 10.
Hit Where It Hurts
Herta Eidolon Level 4
When Talent is triggered, DMG increases by 10%.
Cuss Big or Cuss Nothing
Herta Eidolon Level 5
Ultimate Lv. +2, up to a maximum of Lv. 15.
Talent Lv. +2, up to a maximum of Lv. 15.
No One Can Betray Me
Herta Eidolon Level 6
After using Ultimate, this character’s ATK increases by 25% for 1 turn(s).
Honkai Star Rail Herta Guide: Team Compositions
Honkai Star Rail Herta is a versatile character who excels at dealing AoE Ice DMG, and she works best in a role that maximizes her damage potential while synergizing with other damage-dealers and support units. When building a team around her, focusing on characters that either amplify her damage or benefit from her AoE abilities can significantly improve performance in combat.
Premium Best Team
Himeko
Himeko excels at AoE damage, especially after triggering Weakness Breaks. Her synergy with Honkai Star Rail Herta shines as both unleash follow-up attacks, rapidly clearing enemies. Together, they form a powerful duo ideal for wave-focused combat scenarios.
Herta
Honkai Star Rail Herta’s Ice AoE and follow-up attacks make her a strong Sub DPS. Her Talent activates when enemies drop below 50% HP, complementing Himeko’s burst damage and helping finish off foes quickly. She adds consistent multi-target pressure to the team.
Tingyun
Tingyun boosts allies’ ATK and regenerates energy, making her a great fit for AoE teams. She enhances Honkai Star Rail Herta and Himeko’s damage output, allowing frequent Skill and Ultimate use. Her buffs keep the team’s offense strong throughout the battle.
Natasha
Natasha keeps the team sustained with solid healing and cleansing. Her support allows Honkai Star Rail Herta, Himeko, and Tingyun to focus on offense. Reliable and efficient, Natasha ensures survivability during longer fights or against tougher enemies.
Honkai Star Rail Herta Guide: Ascension Materials
Herta Ascension Materials
| Level | Credit | Enemy Drop | Boss Drop |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | 3,200 | Extinguished Core x4 | – |
| 30 | 6,400 | Extinguished Core x8 | – |
| 40 | 12,800 | Glimmering Core x5 | Horn of Snow x2 |
| 50 | 32,000 | Glimmering Core x8 | Horn of Snow x5 |
| 60 | 64,000 | Squirming Core x5 | Horn of Snow x15 |
| 70 | 128,000 | Squirming Core x7 | Horn of Snow x28 |
Herta Basic Attack Trace Materials
| Level | Credit | Trace Materials | Enemy Drop |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 4,000 | Key of Inspiration x2 | Extinguished Core x4 |
| 3 | 8,000 | Key of Knowledge x2 | Glimmering Core x2 |
| 4 | 16,000 | Key of Knowledge x4 | Glimmering Core x3 |
| 5 | 36,000 | Key of Wisdom x2 | Squirming Core x2 |
| 6 | 128,000 | Key of Wisdom x6 | Squirming Core x3 |
Herta Skill, Talent, Ultimate Trace Materials
| Level | Credit | Trace Materials | Enemy Drop | Weekly Boss Drop | Track of Destiny |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 2,000 | – | Extinguished Core x2 | – | – |
| 3 | 4,000 | Key of Inspiration x2 | Extinguished Core x4 | – | – |
| 4 | 8,000 | Key of Knowledge x2 | Glimmering Core x2 | – | – |
| 5 | 16,000 | Key of Knowledge x4 | Glimmering Core x3 | – | – |
| 6 | 24,000 | Key of Knowledge x6 | Glimmering Core x5 | – | – |
| 7 | 36,000 | Key of Wisdom x2 | Squirming Core x2 | – | – |
| 8 | 64,000 | Key of Wisdom x4 | Squirming Core x3 | Destroyer’s Final Road x1 | – |
| 9 | 128,000 | Key of Wisdom x6 | – | Destroyer’s Final Road x1 | – |
| 10 | 240,000 | Key of Wisdom x11 | – | Destroyer’s Final Road x1 | Tracks of Destiny x1 |
Honkai Star Rail Herta Guide: Conclusion
Honkai Star Rail Herta is a strong AoE Ice Sub DPS who excels at clearing waves with her follow-up attacks. When paired with teammates who boost her strengths—like Himeko, Tingyun, and Natasha—she becomes a key damage dealer. Build her with Ice DMG, CRIT Rate, and CRIT DMG to maximize her output. With proper setup and team synergy, Honkai Star Rail Herta delivers consistent, impactful damage that helps dominate multi-target battles and enhances overall team performance in Honkai: Star Rail.
Frequently Asked Questions (F.A.Q)
❓Is Herta F2P-friendly?
Yes. She pairs well with F2P units like Serval, Trailblazer (Remembrance), and Gallagher. These comps provide sufficient battery, healing, and support to let her shine.
❓Is Herta worth pulling for?
Absolutely. Honkai Star Rail Herta is a top-tier Erudition DPS with flexible team options. She excels in both AoE and boss fights when properly built, and fits well into many team comps.
❓Does Herta consume too much SP?
She has moderate SP needs due to enhanced Skills. Her signature Light Cone helps manage this by restoring SP on Ult. Teams with SP-generating allies also improve her uptime.
❓How does Herta’s Skill work?
Her Skill is a Blast attack that damages a primary target and adjacent enemies. When enhanced, it becomes “Hear Me Out,” dealing more AoE damage based on stored Inspiration stacks.
