Close Menu
  • Gaming
    • Game Guides
    • Codes
    • Game News
    • Game Previews
    • Game Reviews
    • Game Features
    • Game Lists
    • Platforms
      • Nintendo
      • PC
      • PlayStation
      • Xbox
      • Mobile
  • Entertainment
    • Movies
    • Movie Features
    • Movie Reviews
    • TV
    • Reality TV
    • Royals
  • Celebrity
  • Human Interest
  • Astrology
  • Videos
  • More
    • Anime
    • Lists
    • Podcasts
    • Reviews
Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram LinkedIn YouTube
  • About Us
  • Join Our Team
  • Meet the Team
  • Privacy Policy
  • DMCA Policy
  • Contact Us
  • Terms of Use
  • Sitemap
  • Editorial Guidelines
  • Advertising Policy
The Nerd Stash
  • Gaming
  • Celebrity
  • Human Interest
  • Videos
The Nerd Stash
Home»Game Features»Honkai Star Rail Players Feel the Lack of a Paimon-like Character in 2.0 is Refreshing

Honkai Star Rail Players Feel the Lack of a Paimon-like Character in 2.0 is Refreshing

Stay in Teyvat, Paimon.

Giovanna De ItaBy Giovanna De ItaFebruary 12, 20243 Mins Read
Honkai Star Rail Paimon Character
Image Source: HoYoverse via The Nerd Stash

If there’s one thing we can all agree on, Genshin Impact established many staples for the anime-themed realm of gacha. Most games of the genre include characters with over-the-top designs, flashy combat moves, and mysterious storylines that get unveiled as new versions launch. For the latter, there’s one thing where HoYoverse’s most successful game dropped the ball for players, and that is Paimon. She is a companion serving as the one who provides exposition for some convoluted plot points. Now, with the recent 2.0 version of Honkai Star Rail, Trailblazers are glad they don’t have a Paimon-like mascot around.

The Lack of a Paimon-like Character in Honkai Star Rail Lets Me Enjoy the Story More

Honkai Star Rail Paimon
Image Source: HoYoverse via The Nerd Stash

Don’t get me wrong, I love Paimon; I even have merchandise with the emergency food plastered all over it, but if there’s one thing that annoys me, it’s that she steals screentime from the actual protagonist. Since I’m a huge HoYoverse fan, I play Honkai Star Rail, too, and let me tell you that the lack of a character like Paimon is refreshing in many ways.

For starters, ever since we all began our journey in Belobog, the Trailblazer had the chance to show their personality through many dialogue choices instead of having Paimon or another companion choose for them. A few mention March 7th as this character, but she is only around some of the time. And now, with Penacony finally here, I love that, through the version’s mysterious plot, I can understand it without needing a cast member whose work is to provide exposition or info-dumping for you.

Even if the main story for Penacony seems confusing, let’s remember that the developers said this is the longest one the game has had. It’ll develop throughout versions 2.0 through 2.3, so there’s plenty more to see. Still, with all the new characters thrown into the mix and the enigmatic feeling Penacony has, I was able to keep myself on track with every reveal and introduction. I still have some burning questions, but that happens in every HoYoverse game.

Related:

Honkai Star Rail Character Design Is Getting Lazier & Lazier

Finally, Genshin Impact needs a story log similar to Honkai Star Rail‘s. This function was added a few versions ago, and it is a fantastic way to keep track of every strange name, character, or dialogue I might’ve skipped accidentally. So, yes, Paimon is great, but I’m glad I don’t have a flying companion in the land of dreams, and I hope to all Aeons that we don’t get one in the future.

Related Topics
Genshin Impact Hoyoverse
Share. Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Reddit Email
Giovanna De Ita
  • Website

Giovanna is a fan of every single game HoYoverse has launched. When she's not covering videogames, she writes her daily horoscopes and tarot readings for the astrology vertical in The Nerd Stash.

SUGGESTED READS

All Black Ops 6 and Warzone Season 4 Events
Game Features

Black Ops 6: Every New Event Coming In Season 4

The Division 2 Game Pass Release
Features

One Of Ubisoft’s Best Games Just Landed on Xbox Game Pass

Elden Ring Matchmaking Error
Game Guides

How To Fix ‘Matchmaking Not Working’ in Elden Ring: Nightreign

How to Change Skins in Nightreign
Game Guides

How To Change Skins in Elden Ring: Nightreign

What are Sheckles in Roblox Grow a Garden?
Game Guides

What are Sheckles in Roblox Grow a Garden?

Marvel Contest of Champions Solvarch Eidol
Features

Marvel Contest of Champions Unveils Its Next Eidol and Original Character, Solvarch

Trending
California Family Battles to Keep Sick Child From Being Deported: ‘Where Are All the Pro-life People Now?’

California Family Battles to Keep Sick Child From Being Deported: ‘Where Are All the Pro-life People Now?’

Evolve: The Marathon Review (Xbox One)

#IDARB Review (Xbox One)

‘Hotline Miami 2’ Banned in Australia

The Nerd Stash
Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram YouTube LinkedIn
  • About Us
  • Join Our Team
  • Meet the Team
  • Privacy Policy
  • DMCA Policy
  • Contact Us
  • Terms of Use
  • Sitemap
  • Editorial Guidelines
  • Advertising Policy
© 2025 The Nerd Stash. All Rights Reserved.

Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.