Archer Build Guide
Best relics, light cones, team compositions & trace priority for Honkai Star Rail 4.0 (February 2026)
📖 Archer Overview
Archer is a 5-star Fire Hunt DPS with unique charged attack mechanics. She requires SP generation support like Sparkle for optimal rotations.
Element
Fire
Path
Hunt
Rarity
★★★★★
Tier
S+
⚔️ Skills Breakdown
Basic Attack
Deals Fire DMG to a single enemy.
Skill
Deals Fire DMG with enhanced effects based on Archer's kit.
Ultimate
Powerful Fire DMG ability with special effects.
Talent
Passive ability enhancing Archer's combat effectiveness.
Technique
Overworld ability providing combat advantages.
🛡️ Best Relics & Planar Ornaments
Relic Sets
🏆 Best in Slot
The Wind-Soaring Valorous (4pc)
Alternatives
Pioneer Diver of Dead Waters (4pc)
Planar Ornaments
🏆 Best in Slot
Rutilant Arena
Alternatives
Firmament Frontline: Glamoth
🔮 Best Light Cones
🏆 Best in Slot
Archer Signature LC
Alternatives (ranked)
Swordplay (4★), Cruising in the Stellar Sea
📊 Stat Priority & Main Stats
Body
CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG
Feet
SPD
Sphere
Fire DMG Bonus
Rope
ATK%
Sub-stat Priority
CRIT Rate > CRIT DMG > ATK% > SPD
Target Stats
75%+ CRIT Rate, 150%+ CRIT DMG
👥 Best Team Compositions
🏆 Optimal Teams
Alternative Teams
📈 Trace & Eidolon Priority
Trace Upgrade Order
Skill > Ultimate > Talent > Basic Attack
Eidolon Priority
E1 > E2
✅ Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
High single-target damage
Unique charged attack mechanics
Strong with Sparkle SP generation
❌ Cons
SP hungry — needs SP generator support
Limited AoE damage
💡 Tips & Tricks
Sparkle is her best support — SP generation and action advance.
Build standard CRIT DPS stats.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best relics for Archer?
The best relic set is The Wind-Soaring Valorous (4pc) paired with Rutilant Arena as the planar ornament. Alternatives include Pioneer Diver of Dead Waters (4pc).
What is the best Light Cone for Archer?
The best Light Cone is Archer Signature LC. Good alternatives include: Swordplay (4★), Cruising in the Stellar Sea.
What tier is Archer in HSR 4.0?
Archer is ranked S+ Tier in our Honkai Star Rail 4.0 tier list as of February 2026.
Is Archer worth pulling?
As a S+ Tier Main DPS, Archer is absolutely worth pulling and one of the best investments in the game.