Robin Early Access Review & Analysis | The Pandora Box of Strategy Game | Honkai Star Rail

[@LilyAquina]

I don't typically make long guide videos, but Early Access is an incredibly rare opportunity. The fact that a small channel like mine was chosen among the big guys motivates me to deliver my best effort yet. It's surreal to think about, considering I'll never be able to compete with the larger channels in terms of viewership, and most of my opinions aren't exactly revenue-friendly. Perhaps they saw something in me that I haven't even recognized myself, lol. But anyway, I'm allowed to make more than one video about Robin leading up to her release day. If you wanna request a specific strategy/showcase, I can do it for you. ==== Join Lily's Discord for character builds : discord.gg/X4TQ2h9

[@phantr2530]

Gratz for the early access, deserved. love your vids ! About showcase request Well i'm not against a 10 Action Dps showcase with bronya sparkle Robin. it's prettier to do it Wave 2 so i would pref it to be done wave 2 :p .. for that you just need to save Robin ult for the start of wave 2, and manage to have it again before the cycle end. (its prolly hit rng reliant ngl)

[@hideyoshi6708]

you are doing great!!! keep up the good work🫶

[@rinoakirova1548]

Probably the most obvious, but I'm very interested in a MoC 12 showcase with Robin as a main DPS. I actually thought about using this exact same team lineup (Robin+Asta+Tingyun+Pela) but not sure how it would fare against the bulky level 95 enemies.

[@phantr2530]

@@rinoakirova1548 i Wonder what is the best between Asta or Bronya tho ! Bronya Skilling on robin before Robin ult could do massive damage increase ! and after that her basic adv forw her so it allow her to play 3rd time in concerto without needing much speed, also if you play DDD on Bronya + TY you should be good to play 3 time in concerto with everyone without needing Asta speed buff ! that or maybe the classic Silver wolf could be super good too

[@triuberit]

Congrats with the early access!!! I always love your guides

[@ahlemlora1452]

Thank you lily for showcasing a gameplay that isn't just Dr.Ratio, Topaz, Aventurine ! all the other CCs basically did the same team. I get that that is the team hoyo intended for her to be used in but a lot of people won't have all four of those 5 stars so it's good to see how her enerygy works outside of that team. By the way, buffing Robin after she has ulted doesn't work, she only takes into consideration her stats before she ults, so the tingyun skill on her at 15:40 is useless, the proof is that you'r hitting 34k after tingyun's skill but at 15:30 you already hit 36k when Tingyun's skill wasn't on her.

[@jyusatsu]

Just found your Robin videos and channel. I just love how you breakdown Robin, from her entire kit, LC options (not glorifying her signature as a must-have), and most importantly, her actual battle showcase with explanation. Never seen such effort compared to other CC. You def'ly deserve my sub!

[@LilyAquina]

Welcome to the channel! Hope u enjoy ur stay 😁

[@SpyD8980]

Congrats for being chosen for early access vids you deserve it!!

[@huyhoangminhdo7738]

The only reason why I think they gave you the early access is because of Boothill. You're the only cc in the EN community that can sold people on Boothill while getting people to play break team at the same time

[@Andychiu845]

With the amount of godlike break relic she have accumulated since 1.0, on release she probably have the world strongest boothill too

[@This_Origami]

only cc is a huge stretch

[@huyhoangminhdo7738]

@@This_Origami I mean there isn't any channel on youtube that is so enconded in break team as Lily's.

[@SnakeNews10]

​@@huyhoangminhdo7738 What about Gacha Smack?

[@marcotibayanmalone7158]

He doesn't focus on break effect nearly as much. He's more so known for checking out alternative builds (HP Blade and Critka) ​@boi3248

[@UncleGames]

If some players skipped Aventurine, they can also use March 7. She has follow-up attacks, and can delay enemies with her ult giving more window for damage. (she is also in Robin's banner) :)

[@solomonwatson9401]

Would you really want to freeze the enemy. If Thier not attacking that means less March follow up attacks and less damage from Robin overall.

[@UncleGames]

Of course, March can do her basic attacks to proc Robin's passive remember? Also, freezing the enemies will help you dish out tons of damage comfortably during Robin's ult duration add to that the skill point generation of March. As I've mentioned, March 7 is good for those who didn't get Aventurine. If you have him, then of course, that's a better team.

[@arbjormon678]

I just found your video on my feed and all I can say is this is amazing!! Your explained her entire kit simply and clearly, and by showing your explanations in game as well. I also appreciate you explaining Robin's intricacies and how to make the most out of her kit (like in timing ultimates and how you can manipulate turn order by emphasizing with zoom-ins and slowing/pausing the gameplay). I also appreciate how you used Robin in non-FuA teams which showed that she is still a viable harmony character despite not being in her ideal set-up. Your showcase of her being the main dps is the cherry on top with f2p 4* characters! Easy sub!! Looking forward to more of these kinds of videos!! As a relatively new player, your videos are clear and straight to the point with emphasis on the important/must know stuff. Thank you!!

[@georgezhang1573]

The 181 speed is affected by ddd and ruan mei since robin’s ult is not a character and will not be advanced forward/get speed buffs, so it ends up being around 160 speed required with both ddd and ruan mei, which is a lot more obtainable. So ruan mei should be better than asta in that position, especially since robin already has so much attack.

[@LilyAquina]

Thanks for the insight! Will consider that option later.

[@rarefishmerchant]

Was stoked to hear you got early access. Congrats! Can't wait to hear you talk about Boothill :)

[@FREE2PLAYGOD]

AIN'T NO WAY ! Lily congratulations 🎉

[@Gesfalthe]

Lily, I've been keeping up with your videos since you started. Just realize that I haven't subscribed. Gonna rectify that now. I'm glad to see you get more traction. 😊

[@semivivusrex]

The event lightcone is tailor made for her after her signature.

[@Zerocyxone9]

one info - no more copyright strikes if we reupload your video as long as we credit your channel and react on your vid. it will be good for your channel incase someone uses your materials.

[@cynicalducky1041]

That's true, iwintolose has a video that talks about how he chatted with Hoyo and they took back the copyright strike risk.

[@LadyMouzon]

Congratulations Lily! So deserved! We all see what they do. You're an amazing, one-of-a-kind creator! 😍

[@heiwanushiyasuda9092]

Well, tough luck Robin, my sights are already set on Firefly, and Boothill has his gun next to my head. I really want to branch out to FUA, but it's not the time. Maybe next time tho

[@briannguyen6248]

Ty for the video! I already planned to pull her cause I love her angelic design. Meaning I’m looking forward to Sunday as well. I’ll probably invest E1 S1 on her tbh. Because I love FUA teams and gotta save for Robin and Jade.

[@Yungblxxd__]

Congrats on being chosen for early access Lily! This guide was so useful (the info on speed breakpoints to maximize concerto was helpful), I can really feel the effort you put into it. Looking forward to more of your content in 2.2 patch

[@erwandywijaya9965]

Grats first of all, Lily! And the guide quite reflects how u do your content usually well as well, so keep doing it great! :)

[@jleg8586]

You are delivering the highest quality content, its no surprise here. Grats!

[@Onic14]

Eyyy, congratulations!! Absolutelly deserved 🙏❤️❤️

[@mtr4nn]

Congrats lily! You offer a different outlook on how to play honkai star rail, which is something and that i and manh others appreciate. Keep doing you!

[@RagereaverNL]

So happy you got the early access, Lily! Your content has been consistently awesome and deep, with good info, unique opinions and minimal drama. Congrats!

[@siege_sensei]

I'm glad I waited for Robin, she looks so good. Thanks for the build advice 👍

[@MiraPacku]

15:46 nice

[@semi3930]

😮😊 perfect breakdown of her kit and very good explanation on rotation and tips This was very helpful 100%

[@nuttanp]

Congrats on early access. Your channel is the only honkai star rail related channel that I actually watch 🥰🥰🥰

[@TemjinZero]

Congratulations on getting access! You are definitely one of the content creators who deserves the opportunity!

[@LlamaM2288]

Awesome video! Very well explained for me❤ she's even more broken than I imagined 😮 I cant wait to use her with my blade (assuming I can get her 😢)!

[@Dakotaaj12]

Excited to get these early accesses from you coming forward! 🎉

[@khoirulanwar8958]

Aven topaz ratio is ready for you robin..lets gooooo robin

[@victorplaton2698]

Congrats Lily!! 🎉 I'm so happy for you! 🥳

[@potatopotato7882]

as someone who plays tekken and hsr atm, my brain got f'd up when Infinite Azure theme started lmao

[@chaossupreme4810]

Congratulations!

[@thedandguy189]

Something I realized, I think Robin might be one of the first supports I know of that want that energy regen artifact 2 piece that advances their action forward at the start of battle. Could make speed tuning her even easier.

[@Maldron]

Vonwacq's forwarding effect requires 120 speed to trigger, which is technically more speed than is strictly necessary to go twice in turn one as Lily showed.

[@atanmuhammadzulhilmi534]

Yo! That first wave 0 cycle clear with Robin Main DPS is wild!

[@denypratama3658]

Ahhh I thought her bonus damage will apply to all enemies when gettinghit my aoe attaks... I was thinking that will be huge for pure fictions and erudtion character. Regardless, this is really good showcase and I will def roll for my lady. She is just too gorgeous to be skipped!

[@sageofsixpaths8392]

LILY GOT CHOSEN RAHHHHH🦅

[@ch1dd]

My triple threat subdps team is gonna go crazy if I can get her, with Asta-Hanya-Robin going as fast as possible. The AoE interaction is a bit of a shame, but understandable for balancing, otherwise bounce skills would go absolutely out of control following the same principle. I think this kind of support actually increases strategy like this silly idea, without affecting regular meta, which is all around a positive in the name of fun imo.

[@UlmaAum]

Congrats on getting in the early access, Lily!

[@gwagner1380]

After failing Aventurine, as a F2P I have only 3 pulls left so maybe I will need to avoid her, not enough currency to secure her and her lightcone. Sadge because I really wanted her as I am a sucker for Singer units in RPGs but losing Aventurine to Gepard for the 4th time, really put a strain to my jade balance. I lost Kafka, Houhou, Ruan Mei and Aventurine to Gepard and while he is my main tank, I no longer feel secure for betting on the 50/50 for the units I want, Im broke atm so 2.2-2.X might be only for saving sadly, hope her rerun in 3.X (if there's one) is not paired with a good unit!

[@gudzore5197]

Wow, you got chosen! Congrats!!

[@phantr2530]

Yea she will be op for the current state of the game ^^ As always classic harmony, and other harmony doing insane things in they category will keep release in infinite loop. Normal Dps playing 10 times Zero cycle should be possible now, however SP will be a big issue so multiple Bronya LC recommended, SP efficient Dps, and we're not against a little Bronya E1 :x

[@benpork8533]

Congrats. I'm looking forward to see her paired with your Mar. 7th.

[@thejabrons]

Seele with bronya+sparkle+robin will be fun to play 😊

[@ironheadedDoF]

Does Robin's additional damage do work on Toughness of a physical weak enemy? Congrats on being picked for early access. Robin and Boothill vids for the fans!

[@JGDGkot]

In general additional damage doesn't deal Toughness damage.

[@akaiyoru2681]

Another option is to run Robin with Himeko and Herta in Pure Fiction. I'm sure that Robin will get more units she can buff

[@iDroiD-Gaming]

First off, congrats sis on getting the early access. Second, I know this is not your playstyle, but would it be ok to test with Seele and Bronya combo? It just crossed my mind she'd be one heck of a team

[@kucingrebahan1630]

AYO!!! CONGRATULATIONS LILY!

[@Ghostaur]

Hopefully I'll stay strong and manage to skip her. I have too many units already and just want to save up for either Firefly or more Acheron Eidolons.

[@MrGshinobi]

Congrats on the early access 🎉

[@user-et1zl2df1p]

Lily, can you a video showcasing her with the 6 eidolon? Would be funny to see her damage

[@kennethbedona4140]

Should I get her instead of topaz?

[@markmarkmark08]

Yeaaah Creator Experience Server lezzgoooo 🔥

[@wiigamer1995]

huge opportunity for lily happy you got that chance 😊

[@juvaldoh7271]

Congrats lily🎉

[@cyrene03]

so excited!!

[@niigolover]

I only have 64 pulls and i'm saving up for upcoming characters 💀💀💀

[@jonahtran1834]

This means you’ll get cover Boothill!🦅

[@jaria_ss216]

WOOOOOO CONGRATS LILY

[@cwcth769]

I don't have FUA team characters and have Sparkle/Ruan Mei/Bronya E1. I use team around Acheron E2/Jingliu E2 as my main Dps as Team1/2.. Is she still a must pull meta wise?

[@siema14123]

So equipping robin is like having an open slot but your team deals additional base 10k dmg? cool

[@phoenixguy7016]

Could Yukong use the event lightcone?

[@JBGamingExp]

did you directly contact hoyoverse for early access or the hoyo contacted you?

[@argent882]

Can she steal kills like Ruan Mei?

[@Poisonlover323]

Will you do Harmony Trailblazer review too?

[@rinz5027]

I don't know, a Turn-based strategy game can only innovate so far. It is inevitable we will get characters that basically does multiple roles as one, consolidating roles from other paths in their own. It is the only way to "innovate" new units and make them better. It is disheartening but its where the game is headed and it is inevitable.

[@keneunaegbu851]

Acheron. She basically took a shit on all destruction and erudition units

[@rinz5027]

@@keneunaegbu851 Exactly. Her being a Nihility unit is just a disguise really.

[@ammarnk9260]

​@@keneunaegbu851 not really, she's more restrictive and needs to have a full team built around her with specific light cones.

[@keneunaegbu851]

@ammarnk9260 They're still in direct competition with her though. Like is there any situation where you would recommend a player use/pull DHIL, Jingliu or Jing Yuan for blast or aoe content over Acheron? All you need is a Pela on your account, and she's most likely the better pick. It's wild

[@yubaa]

That's pretty unimaginative. Hoyo started HSR with a pretty minimalistic design so there's plenty of room for them to branch out still. They can simply expand available paths, elements and restrictions / enemy counters. And how do you counter Acheron? Easy, debuff immunity.

[@vesdan13]

Hey Lily, is this your voice??

[@yo1miko676]

I have both dr ratio and aventurine. Should i go for robin or topaz?

[@HDAD419]

Topaz can be sub with other FuA unit, imho the buff Robin gives for the team is more valuable.

[@programwolf7301]

But what about Bronya's LC? ER is really good for Robin

[@LilyAquina]

If u by any chance have that LC, use it. Otherwise, dont force ur way to buy from the shop. Its not worth it.

[@merry6920]

ayo Lily early access

[@shirohaze]

They have good eye on hsr creators, not like that one game

[@Zerocyxone9]

so robin is like a premium tingyun...hmmm

[@BotChaseWW]

oh so that what the 😏😏😏 is about

[@frandzederick]

No mention of BP lightcone?

[@gevallinputeraavrian]

Its good and can compete with others lc if S5, but new free lc 2.2 is best 4* options I think

[@Chris-gu8yg]

Omg not again 😰😰😰 I'm going to broke again every month

[@Maria-.-Kim]

Skippp🙏waiting our queen break Boothill😍🫶

[@aomafura3374]

Her passive doesnt do aoe dmg with aoe FUA?

[@zaxtonhong3958]

Nope

[@joycosta8707]

Can Robins attack deplete shield?

[@LilyAquina]

Nope It is an additional damage

[@zenitsu6614]

I'm sorry Lily though I want to hear what u are saying... that Robin song in background though the volume is low is not allowing me to.. It's so damn good : (

[@marcotibayanmalone7158]

I must stay strong for Firefly and Jade 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@daudhasanudin7551]

Does robin needed signature lc?

[@LilyAquina]

If you have to choose between signature LC or E1, go for E1

[@daudhasanudin7551]

Noted, thanks for the guide. I'll wait for boothill early access or review. if I can ask, whats your thought for 160 boothill along with other 160 harmony? Because I already prepare the relic like that, or is spd does not matter for boothill?

[@paradiseking5574]

Naah Robin good infact she's bis for almost every team but can't miss firefly she's the one I wanna get E6 so will have to skip robin sadly 😢

[@J3nnySmith]

No way to turn off her song , gg hoyo on releasing the most annoying meta character ever.

[@muhammaddaniel9469]

Tahniahhhhh Lily~ thats an absolute rare opportunity!! You deserve it much lovee 🫶

[@lotusbotus733]

congratulations on getting early access

[@WobinR]

Thank you for being the first person I've seen showcasing a ftp team 🥲❤