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| Obsidian of Dread | |
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| Item Type | Trace Material, Character Ascension Material |
| Inventory Category | Upgrade Materials |
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| Description | A fragment of dark matter captured from the void. Used to level up Traces slightly for Nihility characters. |
| How to Obtain |
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Honkai Star Rail Obsidian of Dread Guide: Overview
Honkai Star Rail Obsidian of Dread is a 2-star material used to level up Traces for Nihility characters like Silver Wolf and Kafka. It’s also needed to ascend several Light Cones. You can get it from Calyx (Crimson): Bud of Nihility in the Great Mine, purchase it at World Shops in Herta Space Station and Jarilo-VI, or exchange for it with Undying Embers. It’s not used for character ascension but is vital for enhancing combat potential.
Honkai Star Rail Obsidian of Dread Guide: How to Obtain
Buy using Undying Embers
 Undying Embers x12 | → |  Obsidian of Dread x2 |
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Purchase From the World Shop
To get Obsidian of Dread from World Shops, use the special regional currency specific to each area. Visit shops in places like Herta Space Station or Jarilo-VI and exchange their local currency to purchase this material.
Calyx (Crimson): Bud of Nihility
Farm Obsidian of Dread by clearing enemy waves in the Calyx (Crimson): Bud of Nihility located in the Great Mine. Complete battles successfully to earn this material as a reward.
Honkai Star Rail Obsidian of Dread Guide: How to Use
Character Trace Ascension
Obsidian of Dread is a key material for ascending the Traces of characters such as Guinaifen, Kafka, Luka, Pela, Sampo, Silver Wolf, and Welt in Honkai: Star Rail, boosting their skills and overall effectiveness in battle.
| Characters that Use Obsidian of Dread |
Light Cone Ascension
Obsidian of Dread is used to ascend Light Cones such as In the Name of the World, Incessant Rain, Patience Is All You Need, Solitary Healing, We Will Meet Again, Eyes of the Prey, Good Night and Sleep Well, Resolution Shines As Pearls of Sweat, Fermata, Hidden Shadow, Loop, and Void in Honkai: Star Rail.
| Light Cones that Use Obsidian of Dread |
Honkai Star Rail Obsidian of Dread Guide: Conclusion
Honkai Star Rail Obsidian of Dread is an essential 2-star material, primarily used to level up Traces for Nihility characters and ascend specific Light Cones. While not needed for character ascension, it plays a crucial role in boosting combat effectiveness and versatility. Obtainable through the Calyx (Crimson) Great Mine, World Shops, or Undying Embers exchange, it’s a valuable resource for players focused on maximizing their team’s potential in battle.
Frequently Asked Questions (F.A.Qs)
❓Is Obsidian of Dread included in event rewards?
Sometimes it appears as a reward during limited-time events or missions, supplementing other acquisition methods.
❓What’s the most efficient way to get Obsidian of Dread?
Combine farming Calyx Great Mine stages, purchasing from World Shops, and exchanging Undying Embers daily for steady Obsidian of Dread gains.
❓How often does the Calyx Great Mine reset?
The Great Mine generally resets daily or weekly, allowing repeated farming of Obsidian of Dread.
❓Do all Nihility characters require the same amount?
No, the amount needed depends on each character’s Trace upgrade level; higher upgrades require more Obsidian of Dread.
