The Honkai Star Rail community has been abuzz with excitement this week as the HSR 2.1 Livestream approaches. HoYoverse has begun releasing Drip Marketing for the new characters arriving in Honkai Star Rail 2.2. Yesterday, they unveiled Robin’s, and today, surprisingly, they’ve revealed Boothill’s Drip Marketing. Many in the community didn’t expect Boothill to be playable this early, especially after speculation from leaks suggested he would first appear in the 2.1 trailblazing missions. Nonetheless, let’s delve into Boothill’s Drip Marketing and everything we know about him so far, including his leaked kit.
Honkai Star Rail: Boothill Drip Marketing and Voice Actors
Boothill’s Drip Marketing characterizes him as an exceedingly optimistic and uninhibited cowboy navigating through the cosmos. Identified as a member of the Galaxy Rangers, Boothill is depicted as someone dedicated to punishing the depraved through any available means. Additionally, the marketing hints at Boothill seeking revenge against the IPC, setting the stage for potential conflict between him and Aventurine in the upcoming 2.1 Trailblazing missions.
Andrew Russel, recognized for his roles as Akira Otoishi in JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure (anime), Giovanni in Pokémon Masters (game), and Genta Kojima in Detective Conan: The Scarlet Bullet (anime movie), will lend his voice to Boothill in the English version.
Konishi Katsuyuki, renowned for his roles as Diavolo in JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure (anime), Kamina in Gurren Lagann (anime), and Laxus Dreyar in Fairy Tail (anime), will voice Boothill in the Japanese version.
Speculated Release Date for Boothill in Honkai Star Rail
Boothill’s Drip Marketing confirms his inclusion in HSR 2.2, slated for release around May 5, 2024. However, it remains uncertain whether he’ll debut in the first or second phase of the version. Assuming standard procedures, Boothill could potentially launch either on May 5 or May 26.
HSR Boothill’s Path, Damage Type, and Leaked Kit
Boothill is a 5-star Hunt character specializing in Physical Damage. As the inaugural Hunt Physical character in Honkai Star Rail, he embodies swiftness and focuses on single-target attacks, promising a formidable capability for high single-target damage output.
The leaked information regarding Boothill’s kit suggests that one of his skills compels enemies into a Duel, likely functioning as a taunt ability. Additionally, his Ultimate is rumored to amplify Break damage while also delaying enemy turns.
Does Boothill Have a Connection to Acheron?
Boothill’s Drip Marketing depicts him as a Galaxy Ranger, sparking numerous questions since Acheron is also associated with the same group. However, while Acheron’s Drip Marketing suggests she merely claimed to be a Galaxy Ranger, Boothill’s explicitly states that he is one.
I speculate that Acheron may not truly be a Galaxy Ranger and is possibly assuming that identity for convenience. We’re aware of her affiliation with Nihility, but without more details on Boothill, it’s challenging to draw further conclusions. Let us know your opinions on this, drop your comments in the comment box underneath.
