Serval is a 4-stars playable character in the beloved game Honkai Star Rail, belongs to the Path of Destruction and specializes in dealing Lightning damage.
She is the eldest daughter of the prominent Landau family. Her role as a skilled mechanic overseeing the operations of the prestigious Neverwinter Workshop.
Located in Belobog, the workshop doubles as a vibrant hub for rock ‘n’ roll enthusiasts and performers. As a passionate hobbyist, she infuses her mechanical expertise with her love for music, creating a unique blend of innovation and artistic expression.
In our gaming news today, we’ll guide the optimal strategies and equipment choices to maximize Serval’s potential on the battlefield. Let’s dive in and unleash the full potential of this character!
Honkai Star Rail Serval Character Overview
HSR Serval Character Bio and Rating
| Rarity | 4-star |
| Gender | Female |
| Path | Erudition |
| Voice Actresses |
Natalie Van Sistine (English), Aimi (Japanese) |
| Combat Type | Lightning |
| Species | Humans |
| World | Jarilo-VI |
| How to Obtain | Mail: Honkai: Star Rail pre-registration and social media follower rewards
Any Warp Banner Store (May & November) |
| Release Date | 2023-04-26 |
| Taunt | 75 |
| Tier List Rating | A – Overall
B – Single Target |
Serval’s Base Stats
| Stats | Lv. 1 | Lv. 80 |
| HP | 124 | 917 |
| ATK | 88 | 652 |
| DEF | 51 | 374 |
| SPD | 104 | 104 |
| Taunt | 75 | |
Serval’s Gallery
Should You Build Serval?
Serval is a Lightning DPS character who specializes in DoT damage through the Shock effect. Her abilities allow to extend these Shock effects through her Skill and Ultimate. Both Serval’s abilities capable of hitting multiple enemies, she shines in stages populated with numerous adversaries per wave.
If you are looking for a dynamic Lightning DPS character capable of effectively handling multiple targets while inflicting debilitating Shock effects, Serval stands out as an excellent DPS choice for your lineup.
The best Serval’s builds – AoE Lightning DPS build
Many players often choose to build Serval as an AoE Lightning DPS character, dealing more damage through her DoTs and Ultimate ability. The choice of equipping the Pioneer Diver of Dead Waters, it help amplifies Serval’s DMG against debuffed enemies.
As you learn deeper into the effect of this set, you’ll find that it not only boosts her ATK but also directly elevates her damage output, particularly complementing her DoTs, Skill, and Ultimate abilities. To meet the set requirements, make sure that Serval’s SPD stat is at least 135.
Here are the recommended stats and gear kit crucial for maximizing Serval’s performance to her fullest potential:
| Main Stats | Best Sub Stats |
| Body: CRIT Rate or CRIT DMG Feet: ATK% Sphere: Lightning DMG Link Rope: Energy Regen Rate or ATK% |
CRIT Rate or CRIT DMG ATK% SPD Break Effect |
Best Light Cone Sets for Serval Character
Based on effectiveness and suitability for Serval’s abilities, we recommend the following Light Cones for her:
1. Before Dawn (5-star)
If you’re looking for a 5-star light cone option for Serval, we recommend An Instant Before A Gaze. This weapon effect is increases Serval’s Skill and Ultimate DMG by 18/21/24/27/30%.
Additionally, after she utilizes Skill or Ultimate, she gain Somnus Corpus, a unique buff. When triggering a follow-up attack, Somnus Corpus is consumed, increasing the follow-up attack’s damage by 48/56/64/72/80%.
To obtain it, you should keep an eye out for the Brilliant Fixation Warp Banner from December 06, 2023, to December 27, 2023. Explore the base stats of An Instant Before A Gaze light cone:
An Instant Before A Gaze |
Lv. 1 | Lv. 80 |
| HP | 48 | 1058 |
| ATK | 26 | 582 |
| DEF | 21 | 463 |
2. Passkey (3-star)
If you don’t yet have the 5-star Light Cone set or you’re just starting Honkai: Star Rail, we highly recommend considering the Passkey set. When Serval’s Skill is activated, additionally regenerates 8/9/10/11/12 Energy. However, this effect can only be triggered once per turn.
How to get it: Passkey can be obtained by pulling it from any Warp Banner!
Passkey |
Lv. 1 | Lv. 80 |
| HP | 33 | 740 |
| ATK | 16 | 370 |
| DEF | 12 | 264 |
3. The Seriousness of Breakfast (4-star)
If you’re eyeing the Light Cone 4-star set, The Seriousness of Breakfast is a suitable option for Serval. This set boosts her DMG by 12/15/18/21/24%. Additionally, for every defeated enemy, Serval’s ATK increases by 4/5/6/7/8%, stacking up to 3 times.
How to get it: You can buy The Seriousness of Breakfast light cone from the Forgotten Hall Store for 200 Lucent Afterglow.
The Seriousness of Breakfast |
Lv. 1 | Lv. 80 |
| HP | 52 | 1164 |
| ATK | 26 | 582 |
| DEF | 18 | 396 |
4. Geniuses’ Repose (4-star)
Another option for a 4-star Light Cone set is Geniuses’ Repose. Experience the exhilaration as Serval’s ATK surges by 16/20/24/28/32%, infusing every strike with unstoppable force. But the excitement doesn’t end there, when she defeats an enemy, her CRIT DMG increases by 24/30/36/42/48% for 3 turn(s).
How to get it: You can obtain Geniuses’ Repose by pulling it from any Warp Banner!
Geniuses’ Repose |
Lv. 1 | Lv. 80 |
| HP | 38 | 846 |
| ATK | 21 | 476 |
| DEF | 18 | 396 |
5. Today Is Another Peaceful Day (4-star)
Today Is Another Peaceful Day is a 4-star light cone you can equip for Honkai Star Rail’s Serval. Its effect is activated upon entering battle, increases Serval’s DMG based on her Max Energy. The damage boost scales at a rate of 0.2/0.25/0.3/0.35/0.4% per point of Energy, with a maximum cap of 160 Energy.
You can own Today Is Another Peaceful Day light cone by unlocking Nameless Glory and reaching Level 30. Then, obtain the Treasure of the Starry Seas and use it to unlock the Light Cone.
Today Is Another Peaceful Day |
Lv. 1 | Lv. 80 |
| HP | 38 | 846 |
| ATK | 24 | 529 |
| DEF | 15 | 330 |
Best Relic Sets for Serval Character
To optimize Serval’s performance in Honkai Star Rail, you can equip her with up to six relics. This includes four slots for a standard set and two slots for one of the Simulated Universe sets.
For the four main slots, we recommend equipping Serval with either four pieces of Band of Sizzling Thunder to enhance her attack and lightning damage, or four pieces of Musketeer of Wild Wheat, known for its versatility as an all-rounder DPS set. Alternatively, you can mix and match by equipping two pieces of each set to boost both her attack and lightning damage simultaneously.
1. Band of Sizzling Thunder (4 pieces)
The optimal choice for Serval, allowing her to inflict additional Lightning damage by 10%. Additionally, when Serval’s activates, enhances her ATK by 20% for 1 turn(s).
2. Musketeer of Wild Wheat (4 pieces)
A generally good set that increases Serval’s ATK by 10%, furthermore increasing her SPD by 6% and Basic ATK DMG by 10%.
3. Band of Sizzling Thunder (2 pieces) and Musketeer of Wild Wheat (2 pieces)
A set for when you are farming for better ones, providing decent DMG.
- Serval’s Lightning DMG is increased by 10%.
- Serval’s ATK is increased by 10%.
Best Plannar Ornament Sets for Serval Character
1. Firmament Frontline Glamoth
As long as she has 135/160 SPD, her overall DMG will be enhanced.
- ATK is increased by 12%. When SPD is above 135/160, ATK is increased by 12/18%.
2. Sigonia, the Unclaimed Desolation
Sigonia is great for levels with multiple enemy waves, such as Pure Fiction. It gives her buffs that increase Critical Damage (CRIT DMG), and these buffs last until the end of the battle.
- Crit Rate is increased by 4%. When an enemy dies, Crit DMG is increased by 4%, stacking up to 40%.
How to build Serval Team Comps?
Serval F2P Team Comp (Free to Play)
- Sub-DPS: Serval.
- Main-DPS: Dan Heng. For detail guide, see Honkai Star Rail Dan Heng build.
- Shielder: Trailblazer (Fire).
- Healer: Natasha. For more information on how to build Natasha, see Honkai Star Rail Natasha build.
This lineup of characters excels in delivering damage, whether against single targets or groups. Dan Heng handles tankier foes effectively, while Fire Trailblazer and Natasha ensure the team’s survival with their support abilities.
Serval DoT Team Comp
- Sub-DPS: Serval.
- Main-DPS: Kafka. For more information on how to build Kafka character, see Honkai Star Rail Kafka build.
- Support: Ruan Mei. For detail build guide, see Honkai Star Rail Ruan Mei.
- Flex: Huohuo. If you looking for more information on how to build Huohuo, see Honkai Star Rail Huohuo.
The Shock DoT can be applied to enemies by using Serval’s Skill, and this status can be sustained by her Ultimate. With Skill, Kafka is capable of triggering the Shock DoT as well. Furthermore, Serval’s Break Efficiency is increased, and an enemy’s recovery from Break is delayed by Ruan Mei.
Honkai Star Rail Serval’s Abilities
- Basic Attack – Roaring Thunderclap: A single enemy is inflicted Lightning DMG equal to 50% of Serval’s ATK.
- Skill – Lightning Flash: Primary strike deals lightning damage to a single enemy, equal to 70% of Serval’s attack. Adjacent foes also suffer lightning damage, amounting to 30% of Serval’s attack. This attack has an 80% chance to inflict a shock status on enemies for 2 turns, causing them to endure extra lightning damage each turn, equal to 40% of Serval’s ATK.
- Ultimate – Here Comes the Mechanical Fever: All enemies are inflicted Lightning DMG equal to 108% of Serval’s ATK. the Shock status on Shocked enemies will be extended by 2 turns.
- Talent – Galvanic Chords: Deals additional Lightning DMG equal to 36% of her ATK to all Shocked enemies when attacking.
- Basic Attack – Roaring Thunderclap: A single enemy is inflicted Lightning DMG equal to 100% of Serval’s ATK.
- Skill – Lightning Flash: Primary strike deals lightning damage to a single enemy, equal to 105% of Serval’s attack. Adjacent foes also suffer lightning damage, amounting to 45% of Serval’sattack. This attack has an 80% chance to inflict a shock status on enemies for 2 turns, causing them to endure extra lightning damage each turn, equal to 62% of Serval’s ATK.
- Ultimate – Here Comes the Mechanical Fever: All enemies are inflicted Lightning DMG equal to 144% of Serval’s ATK. the Shock status on Shocked enemies will be extended by 2 turns.
- Talent – Galvanic Chords: Deals additional Lightning DMG equal to 54% of her ATK to all Shocked enemies when attacking.
- Skill – Lightning Flash: Primary strike deals lightning damage to a single enemy, equal to 122.5% of her attack. Adjacent foes also suffer lightning damage, amounting to 62% of her attack. This attack has an 80% chance to inflict a shock status on enemies for 2 turns, causing them to endure extra lightning damage each turn, equal to 80% of her ATK.
- Ultimate – Here Comes the Mechanical Fever: All enemies are inflicted Lightning DMG equal to 162% of Serval’s ATK. the Shock status on Shocked enemies will be extended by 2 turns.
- Talent – Galvanic Chords: Deals additional Lightning DMG equal to 63% of her ATK to all Shocked enemies when attacking.
- Skill – Lightning Flash: Primary strike deals lightning damage to a single enemy, equal to 140% of Serval’s ATK. Adjacent foes also suffer lightning damage, amounting to 60% of Serval’s ATK. This attack has an 80% chance to inflict a shock status on enemies for 2 turns, causing them to endure extra lightning damage each turn, equal to 104% of Serval’s ATK.
- Ultimate – Here Comes the Mechanical Fever: All enemies are inflicted Lightning DMG equal to 180% of Serval’s ATK. the Shock status on Shocked enemies will be extended by 2 turns.
- Talent – Galvanic Chords: Deals additional Lightning DMG equal to 72% of Serval’s ATK to all Shocked enemies when attacking.
Honkai Star Rail Serval’s Eidolon
- Eidolon 1: Echo Chamber – Deals Lightning DMG equal to 60% of Basic ATK DMG to a random enemy next to the attacked one when doing Basic ATK.
- Eidolon 2: Encore! – Regenerates 4 Energy when Talent is triggered.
- Eidolon 3: Listen, the Heartbeat of the Gears – Skill Lv. +2, up to a maximum of Lv. 15. Basic ATK Lv. +1, up to a maximum of Lv. 10.
- Eidolon 4: Make Some Noise! – Shocks enemies who are not Shocked on Ultimate. The effect is the same as the Skill effect.
- Eidolon 5: Belobog’s Loudest Roar! – Ultimate Lv. +2, up to a maximum of Lv. 15. Talent ATK Lv. +2, up to a maximum of Lv. 15.
- Eidolon 6: This Song Rocks to Heaven! – Shocked enemies takes in 30% more DMG.
Honkai Star Rail Serval’s Traces
In total Stats:
- CRIT Rate +18.7%
- Effect Hit Rate +18%
- Effect RES +6.7%
Here are Serval’s a set of unique abilities in Honkai Star Rail combat:
- Ascension 2: Rock ‘n’ Roll – 20% base chance to Shock enemies on Skill.
- Ascension 4: String Vibration – Regenerates 15 Energy at the start of battle.
- Ascension 6: Mania – ATK is increased by 20% for 2 turns when defeating an enemy.
Honkai Star Rail Serval’s Level-up Ascension Materials
In total:
- 246,400 Credits
- x50 Lightning Crown of the Past Shadow
- x12 Silvermane Badge
- x13 Silvermane Insignia
- x12 Silvermane Medal
| Before Ascension | After Ascension | |
| Base HP | 124 | – |
| Base ATK | 88 | – |
| Base DEF | 51 | – |
| Base SPD | 104 | – |
| Ascension Materials | Credit Costs | Reward |
| – | – | – |
| Before Ascension | After Ascension | |
| Base HP | 243 | 293 |
| Base ATK | 173 | 208 |
| Base DEF | 99 | 119 |
| Base SPD | 104 | 104 |
| Ascension Materials | Credit Costs | Reward |
| x4 Silvermane Badge | 3,200 | – |
| Before Ascension | After Ascension | |
| Base HP | 355 | 405 |
| Base ATK | 253 | 288 |
| Base DEF | 145 | 165 |
| Base SPD | 104 | 104 |
| Ascension Materials | Credit Costs | Reward |
| x8 Silvermane Badge | 6,400 | – |
| Before Ascension | After Ascension | |
| Base HP | 468 | 517 |
| Base ATK | 33 | 368 |
| Base DEF | 191 | 211 |
| Base SPD | 104 | 104 |
| Ascension Materials | Credit Costs | Reward |
| x5 Silvermane Insignia, x2 Lightning Crown of the Past Shadow | 12,800 | x1 regular Star Rail Pass |
| Before Ascension | After Ascension | |
| Base HP | 580 | 630 |
| Base ATK | 412 | 448 |
| Base DEF | 237 | 257 |
| Base SPD | 104 | 104 |
| Ascension Materials | Credit Costs | Reward |
| x8 Silvermane Insignia, x5 Lightning Crown of the Past Shadow | 32,000 | – |
| Before Ascension | After Ascension | |
| Base HP | 692 | 742 |
| Base ATK | 492 | 528 |
| Base DEF | 283 | 303 |
| Base SPD | 104 | 104 |
| Ascension Materials | Credit Costs | Reward |
| x5 Silvermane Medal, x15 Lightning Crown of the Past Shadow | 64,000 | x1 regular Star Rail Pass |
| Before Ascension | After Ascension | |
| Base HP | 804 | 854 |
| Base ATK | 572 | 608 |
| Base DEF | 328 | 349 |
| Base SPD | 104 | 104 |
| Ascension Materials | Credit Costs | Reward |
| x7 Silvermane Medal, x28 Lightning Crown of the Past Shadow | 128,000 | – |
| Before Ascension | After Ascension | |
| Base HP | 917 | – |
| Base ATK | 652 | – |
| Base DEF | 374 | – |
| Base SPD | 104 | – |
| Ascension Materials | Credit Costs | Reward |
| – | – | – |
Reference:
- Honkai: Star Rail Serval Build. Genshin.gg. Retrieved 2024-4-14.
- Serval Best Builds and Teams | Honkai: Star Rail. Game8. Retrieved 2024-4-13.
