Honkai Star Rail is the massive new space RPG from miHoYo, creators of the acclaimed Genshin Impact. As players journey across the galaxy, they will take on trials to raise their characters‘ Equilibrium level. Reaching the higher tiers unlocks new talents, abilities, and ascension phases.
In this comprehensive guide, we‘ll cover how to reach Equilibrium Level 2, an important early game milestone for progression.
Why Raise Your Equilibrium Level?
Equilibrium represents the growth and ascension of your characters. The maximum is Level 5, achieved after completing all trials.
Each level provides significant stat boosts and new skills:
- Equilibrium 2 unlocks the first ascension, raising the level cap to 50.
- Equilibrium 3 increases the cap to 60 and unlocks the second ascension.
- Equilibrium 4 requires completing phase 2 of trials and ascensions.
- Equilibrium 5 is attained after the final ascension, granting huge stat bonuses.
Higher Equilibrium levels also allow tackling more difficult endgame challenges with better rewards. Investing in Equilibrium early accelerates your characters‘ strength.
Step 1: Reach Trailblaze Level 30
Trailblaze is Honkai Star Rail‘s account progression system. Advancing it is key to unlocking content.
To unlock Equilibrium Level 2, you must reach Trailblaze Level 30 first.
Here are effective ways to gain Trailblaze EXP and level up quickly:
- Complete story quests and explore new areas. This is the core way to increase Trailblaze.
- Spend Vitality on material domains to ascend characters and weapons.
- Discover hidden chests and puzzles scattered across the world.
- Achieve Combat Missions through fighting enemies.
- Clear Achievements for bonus EXP rewards.
Once your Trailblaze hits 30, the Trial of Equilibrium Part Two will become available in the Trials menu (marked by a scale icon).
Reaching Trailblaze Level 30 is essential to unlock further Equilibrium progression
Step 2: Attempt the Trial of Equilibrium Part Two
After reaching Trailblaze 30, navigate to Trials and select "Trial of Equilibrium". This will present the option to begin Part Two.
It costs 30 Vitality to attempt the trial. Make sure you‘re adequately prepared before starting.
During the trial, you‘ll have to defeat waves of enemies. The recommended Trailblaze level is 30.
Here are tips to successfully clear the Trial of Equilibrium Part Two:
- Assemble your best single target and AOE damage dealers.
- Utilize elemental reactions like Melt and Vaporize for bonus damage.
- Keep moving and dodge attacks using the manual evasion system.
- Have healing abilities and shields ready to sustain your team.
- The key is burst damage, reactions, and survival.
With good characters and weapons, you should be able to defeat the trial at the recommended level.
Step 3: Unlock Equilibrium Level 2 and Ascend
After completing the Trial of Equilibrium Part Two, you will:
- Increase your Equilibrium to Level 2
- Obtain the Stagnant Shadow ascension material
- Unlock the ability to ascend your character to Phase 1
- Raise the level cap from 40 to 50
Use the Stagnant Shadows to ascend your characters. This also requires clearing their ascension material domain.
Once ascended, your characters will receive major stat boosts based on their phase:
- HP increased by 6%
- Attack increased by 9%
- Defense increased by 9%
This makes a big difference in their power early on. You can also level them 10 levels higher to increase stats further.
Moving Beyond Equilibrium Level 2
Reaching Equilibrium 2 is an important first step, but further challenges await:
- At Level 3, the cap raises to 60 and you can ascend to Phase 2.
- Equilibrium Level 4 requires completing phase 2 trials and ascensions.
- Level 5 is attained after the final ascension to max your characters out.
- Later trials have enemies with increased stats but better rewards.
As your Equilibrium rises, continue strengthening your characters, weapons, and teams. Combining high Equilibrium with properly built characters is the key to dominating Honkai Star Rail‘s endgame content.
In Summary
Here are the steps to get Equilibrium Level 2 in Honkai Star Rail:
- Raise your Trailblaze to Level 30.
- Unlock and attempt the Trial of Equilibrium Part Two.
- Defeat the trial to obtain Stagnant Shadow and reach Equilibrium 2.
- Use Stagnant Shadows to ascend your characters to Phase 1.
Reaching Equilibrium Level 2 marks a major milestone in early progression. Your characters will be noticeably stronger. Use this guide to hit Level 2 quickly and start ascending your team.
There‘s still much more to explore across the stars! This is just the beginning of your Equilibrium journey.
