Honkai Star Rail Serval is a Lightning Erudition character renowned for her potent AOE damage and Shock-based mechanics. Specializing in inflicting the Shocked status to deal damage over time, she excels in multi-target combat. This guide covers her abilities, Traces, Eidolons, builds, and team synergies to help you maximize her offensive potential and dominate in prolonged battles.

Serval Build

The Erudition

Lightning

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

HP

917

ATK

652

DEF

374

Speed

104

Taunt

75

Serval Upgrade Materials

Silvermane Badge

Key of Inspiration

Lightning Crown of the Past Shadow

Guardian’s Lament

Best Relics

Band of Sizzling Thunder

Pioneer Diver of Dead Waters

Scholar Lost in Erudition

Best Ornaments

Firmament Frontline: Glamoth

Space Sealing Station

Best Light Cones

An Instant Before A Gaze

Passkey

Before Dawn

Flames Afar

Night on the Milky Way

Body: CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG

Feet: Speed

Planar Sphere: Lightning DMG

Link Rope: Energy Regen Rate / ATK%

CRIT Rate / CRIT DMG

Speed

ATK%

Break Effect

Honkai Star Rail Serval Guide: Abilities

Serval Skills

Roaring Thunderclap

Serval Normal Attack

Single Target

Level: 1

Deals Lightning DMG equal to 50% of Serval’s ATK to a single enemy.

Lightning Flash

Serval Skill

Blast

Level: 1

Deals Lightning DMG equal to 70% of Serval’s ATK to a single enemy and Lightning DMG equal to 30% of Serval’s ATK to any adjacent enemies, with a 80% base chance for enemies hit to become Shocked for 2 turn(s). While Shocked, enemies will take Lightning DoT equal to 40%% of Serval’s ATK at the beginning of each turn.

Here Comes the Mechanical Fever

Serval Ultimate

AoE ATK

Energy Cost: 100

Level: 1

Deals Lightning DMG equal to 108% of Serval’s ATK to all enemies. Enemies already Shocked will extend the duration of their Shock state by 2 turn(s).

Galvanic Chords

Serval Talent

Enhance

Level: 1

After Serval attacks, deals additional Lightning DMG equal to 36% of Serval’s ATK to all Shocked enemies.

Good Night, Belobog

Serval Technique

Impair

Immediately attacks the enemy. After entering battle, deals Lightning DMG equal to 50% of Serval’s ATK to a random enemy, and all enemies have a 100% base chance to become Shocked for 3 turn(s). While Shocked, enemies will take Lightning DoT equal to 50% of Serval’s ATK at the beginning of each turn.

Serval Traces

Rock ‘n’ Roll

First Tier

Skill has a 20% increased base chance to Shock enemies.

Second Tier (Ascension 2)

Effect Hit Rate + 4%

Third Tier (Ascension 3)

CRIT Rate + 2.7%

Third Tier (Ascension 3)

Effect RES + 4%

String Vibration

First Tier

At the start of the battle, immediately regenerates 15 Energy.

Second Tier (Ascension 4)

CRIT Rate + 4%

Third Tier (Ascension 5)

Effect Hit Rate + 6%

Third Tier (Ascension 5)

CRIT Rate + 4%

Mania

First Tier

Upon defeating an enemy, Serval’s ATK increases by 20% for 2 turn(s).

Second Tier (Ascension 6)

Effect RES + 6%

Third Tier (Lv. 75)

Effect RES + 8%

Serval Eidolons

Echo Chamber

Serval Eidolon Level 1

Basic ATK deals Lightning DMG equal to 60% of the Basic ATK’s DMG to a random enemy adjacent to the Basic ATK target.

Encore!

Serval Eidolon Level 2

Every time Serval’s Talent is triggered to deal additional DMG, she regenerates 4 Energy.

Listen, the Heartbeat of the Gears

Serval Eidolon Level 3

Skill Lv. +2, up to a maximum of Lv. 15. Basic ATK Lv. +1, up to a maximum of Lv. 10.

Make Some Noise!

Serval Eidolon Level 4

Ultimate has a 100% base chance to apply Shock to any enemies not currently Shocked. This Shock has the same effects as the one applied by Skill.

Belobog’s Loudest Roar!

Serval Eidolon Level 5

Ultimate Lv. +2, up to a maximum of Lv. 15. Talent Lv. +2, up to a maximum of Lv. 15.

This Song Rocks to Heaven!

Serval Eidolon Level 6

Serval deals 30% more DMG to Shocked enemies.

Honkai Star Rail Serval Guide: Team Composition

Honkai Star Rail Serval’s Team Composition is essential to maximizing her effectiveness as a Main DPS character. To fully leverage her strengths, she needs teammates who can enhance her damage, provide protection, and ensure her survival. Below is a recommended Free-to-Play (F2P) team that works well with Honkai Star Rail Serval.

F2P Best Team for Serval

Serval

Honkai Star Rail Serval acts as the team’s main damage dealer, using Lightning DoT and AOE attacks to wear down multiple enemies. Her ability to apply Shock consistently allows her to deal sustained damage, especially with proper team support.

Tingyun

Tingyun boosts team damage by increasing allies’ ATK and restoring 50 Energy with her Ultimate. This support helps Honkai Star Rail Serval activate her skills more often, keeping Shock effects active and maximizing her overall damage potential.

March 7th

March 7th protects allies by providing DEF-based shields. She absorbs damage when shielded allies are attacked, helping keep Honkai Star Rail Serval safe. Her defense utility is crucial for team survival in extended or high-damage encounters.

Natasha

Natasha supports the team with reliable healing, restoring HP during and after enemy assaults. Her presence ensures that Honkai Star Rail Serval and other allies stay healthy, maintaining combat effectiveness in long or tough battles.

Honkai Star Rail Serval Guide: Ascension Materials

Serval Ascension Materials

Silvermane Badge

Silvermane Insignia

Silvermane Medal

Lightning Crown of the Past Shadow

Level Credits Enemy Drops Stagnant Shadow Drops 20 3,200 4x Silvermane Badge 30 6,400 8x Silvermane Badge 40 12,800 5x Silvermane Insignia 2x Lightning Crown of the Past Shadow 50 32,000 8x Silvermane Insignia 5x Lightning Crown of the Past Shadow 60 64,000 5x Silvermane Medal 15x Lightning Crown of the Past Shadow 70 128,000 7x Silvermane Medal 28x Lightning Crown of the Past Shadow

Serval Basic Attack Trace Materials

Key of Inspiration

Key of Knowledge

Key of Wisdom

Silvermane Badge

Silvermane Insignia

Silvermane Medal

Level Credits Calyx Materials Enemy Drops 2 4,000 2x Key of Inspiration 4x Silvermane Badge 3 8,000 2x Key of Knowledge 2x Silvermane Insignia 4 16,000 4x Key of Knowledge 3x Silvermane Insignia 5 36,000 2x Key of Wisdom 2x Silvermane Medal 6 128,000 6x Key of Wisdom 3x Silvermane Medal

Serval Trace Talent, Skill, and Ultimate Materials

Key of Inspiration

Key of Knowledge

Key of Wisdom

Silvermane Badge

Silvermane Insignia

Silvermane Medal

Guardian’s Lament

Tracks of Destiny

Level Credits Calyx Materials Enemy Drops Echoes of War Drops Tracks of Destiny 2 2,000 2x Silvermane Badge 3 4,000 2x Key of Inspiration 4x Silvermane Badge 4 8,000 2x Key of Knowledge 2x Silvermane Insignia 5 16,000 4x Key of Knowledge 3x Silvermane Insignia 6 24,000 6x Key of Knowledge 5x Silvermane Insignia 7 36,000 2x Key of Wisdom 2x Silvermane Medal 8 64,000 4x Key of Wisdom 3x Silvermane Medal 1x Guardian’s Lament 9 128,000 6x Key of Wisdom 1x Guardian’s Lament 10 240,000 11x Key of Wisdom 1x Guardian’s Lament 1x Tracks of Destiny

Serval Ascension Abilities Materials

Key of Inspiration

Key of Knowledge

Key of Wisdom

Guardian’s Lament

Tracks of Destiny

Name Credits Trace Materials Echoes of War Drops Tracks of Destiny Rock ‘n’ Roll 4,000 2x Key of Inspiration 1x Guardian’s Lament String Vibration 16,000 4x Key of Knowledge 1x Guardian’s Lament 1x Tracks of Destiny Mania 128,000 6x Key of Wisdom 1x Guardian’s Lament 1x Tracks of Destiny

Honkai Star Rail Serval Guide: Conclusion

Honkai Star Rail Serval is a powerful Lightning AOE DPS, excelling at applying Shock for strong DoT. Her abilities, Traces, and Eidolons work together to maximize multi-target damage. With the right build—focused on CRIT, ATK%, and Lightning DMG—and support from allies like Tingyun, March 7th, and Natasha, she thrives in prolonged battles. Properly geared and ascended, Honkai Star Rail Serval is a reliable and efficient choice for sustained crowd control and team damage.

Frequently Asked Questions (F.A.Q)

❓How does Serval apply the Shocked status?

Honkai Star Rail Serval applies Shock with her Skill and can extend its duration using her Ultimate. Shock deals Lightning DoT for 2 turns, which can be extended or reapplied, allowing her to deal damage even when not actively attacking.

❓How does Serval’s Ultimate work?

Her Ultimate deals AOE Lightning DMG and extends the Shock duration on all enemies by 2 turns. This ensures her DoT remains active longer, allowing her to maintain pressure on enemies even during rotations or support turns.

❓Can Serval be used in late-game content?

Yes, with proper investment, Honkai Star Rail Serval can clear Memory of Chaos and Simulated Universe. While not meta-defining, her consistent AOE and Shock damage make her effective against clustered enemies and debuff-susceptible foes.

❓Is Serval a good DPS in Honkai: Star Rail?

Yes, Honkai Star Rail Serval is a strong 4★ Lightning Erudition DPS, especially effective against groups of enemies. She deals AOE damage and applies Shock for consistent Lightning DoT, making her reliable in multi-target battles and Simulated Universe runs.