Serval Build Guide
Best relics, light cones, team compositions & trace priority for Honkai Star Rail 4.0 (February 2026)
📖 Serval Overview
Serval is a 4-star Lightning Erudition DPS with AoE Lightning damage and Shock DoT. Good second Erudition for The Herta teams with Passkey LC.
Element
Lightning
Path
Erudition
Rarity
★★★★
Tier
B
⚔️ Skills Breakdown
Basic Attack
Deals Lightning DMG to a single enemy.
Skill
Deals Lightning DMG with enhanced effects based on Serval's kit.
Ultimate
Powerful Lightning DMG ability with special effects.
Talent
Passive ability enhancing Serval's combat effectiveness.
Technique
Overworld ability providing combat advantages.
🛡️ Best Relics & Planar Ornaments
Relic Sets
🏆 Best in Slot
Scholar Lost in Erudition (4pc)
Alternatives
Band of Sizzling Thunder (4pc)
Planar Ornaments
🏆 Best in Slot
Firmament Frontline: Glamoth
Alternatives
Rutilant Arena
🔮 Best Light Cones
🏆 Best in Slot
Night on the Milky Way
Alternatives (ranked)
Today Is Another Peaceful Day (4★), Passkey (3★)
📊 Stat Priority & Main Stats
Body
CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG
Feet
SPD
Sphere
Lightning DMG
Rope
ATK%
Sub-stat Priority
CRIT Rate > CRIT DMG > ATK% > SPD
Target Stats
75%+ CRIT Rate
👥 Best Team Compositions
🏆 Optimal Teams
Alternative Teams
📈 Trace & Eidolon Priority
Trace Upgrade Order
Skill > Ultimate > Talent > Basic Attack
Eidolon Priority
E6
✅ Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
Best 4-star Erudition for The Herta
AoE Lightning damage
Shock DoT
❌ Cons
Low ceiling vs 5-star DPS
💡 Tips & Tricks
Use Passkey LC as second Erudition support for The Herta.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best relics for Serval?
The best relic set is Scholar Lost in Erudition (4pc) paired with Firmament Frontline: Glamoth as the planar ornament. Alternatives include Band of Sizzling Thunder (4pc).
What is the best Light Cone for Serval?
The best Light Cone is Night on the Milky Way. Good alternatives include: Today Is Another Peaceful Day (4★), Passkey (3★).
What tier is Serval in HSR 4.0?
Serval is ranked B Tier in our Honkai Star Rail 4.0 tier list as of February 2026.
Is Serval worth pulling?
As a B Tier Main DPS, Serval is a solid option but consider higher-tier alternatives first.