Something super cool is happening in Honkai Star Rail. We are getting HI3 Kevin and Elysia Expy in HSR.
If you’ve been playing Honkai Impact 3rd (HI3), you’re in for a treat because some of your favorite characters are getting a sort of makeover—or “expys”—in HSR. And yep, two fan-favorites, Kevin and Elysia, are part of the action!
What’s an Expy?
First, let me explain this funny word. “Expy” is short for “exported.” It’s like borrowing a character from one game, giving them a little twist, and putting them in another game. Think of it like meeting someone who looks and acts like your best friend but in a different setting. HoYoverse loves doing this, and fans are all over it.
Kevin’s Expy in HSR: Phainon
In the recent Amphoreus Saga of Heroes trailer, we got our first look at Phainon, who many believe is the Kevin expy. If you’ve seen Kevin Kaslana in HI3, you’ll spot the similarities right away—his look, his clothes, and even his fighting style scream Kevin.
Now, Phainon’s story is pretty epic. He’s called “the nameless new king” in Amphoreus, and his goal is to bring salvation to the region. Although he didn’t speak in the trailer, his Kevin-like vibe has fans convinced. Plus, some earlier leaks hinted at a Kevin expy coming to HSR, so it all checks out.
Ordain of the Chrysos Heir（2）
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Golden blood fell to the ground, as a distant prophecy resounded.
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Elysia’s Expy in HSR: Cyrene
Let’s talk about Cyrene. She showed up at the end of the trailer and even spoke to the audience. Fans immediately went, “Wait, isn’t that Elysia?” And they’re not wrong. Cyrene’s design and voice are major clues.
Here’s the deal: Elysia’s voice actors in both Japanese and Chinese are the same ones voicing Cyrene in HSR. That’s HoYoverse’s classic move for expy characters, so it’s almost confirmed that Cyrene is the Elysia expy.
Golden Epic Trailer — "Amphoreus' Saga of Heroes" | Honkai: Star Rail
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Amphoreus! I do not call your name suddenly or without cause.
I come here to recount history —
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Now these expys aren’t just there for nostalgia—they bring the Flame-Chaser vibes from HI3 to HSR. In fact, the trailer even mentioned “flame-chasing,” hinting at a possible reunion of the 13 Flame Chasers in some form. Fans of HI3 are already imagining the possibilities.
Adding Kevin and Elysia expys to HSR is like mixing two great recipes into one amazing dish. It’s exciting for players who’ve been following both games and adds a fresh layer of lore to HSR.
So, if you love Kevin and Elysia from HI3, get ready to see them in a whole new light in Honkai Star Rail. Phainon and Cyrene are shaping up to be amazing characters, and their connection to the Flame Chasers just makes everything more thrilling.
