The Herta isn't entirely new to Honkai: Star Rail players. Many anticipated her arrival, especially given the familiarity with her puppet versions used in team compositions since launch. Unlike characters like Fugue or Imbibitor Lunae, The Herta retains her 4-star counterpart's path and element, but her gameplay is significantly different. Her kit centers around accumulating Interpretation stacks, gained when allies attack enemies, to massively boost her damage.

To maximize her potential, prioritize teams with frequent AoE attacks from allies, especially follow-up attacks, for efficient stack generation. Her bonus ability, Message From Beyond the Veil, grants all allies 80% increased Crit DMG if another Erudition character is present, making her ideal for duo DPS compositions.

The Herta + Jade + Robin + Lingsha

Best Premium Team Composition

This team—Jade, Robin, and Lingsha alongside The Herta—is exceptionally strong. Each member perfectly complements her kit. Jade, an ideal Erudition partner, frequently performs AoE attacks, synergizing with The Herta's stacking mechanic. Her follow-up attacks are especially effective when The Herta is targeted as Debt Collector. Lingsha provides crucial sustain, maintaining high HP for allies, counteracting The Herta's HP drain as Debt Collector, and offering AoE follow-up attacks. Aventurine is a strong alternative, though his bouncing attack might be less consistent than Lingsha's. Huo Huo or Fu Xuan offer valuable support, even if their attacks aren't as frequent. Robin's buffs to follow-up attacks and general DMG boosts are invaluable, especially in challenging content. Sunday or Ruan Mei are viable alternatives if Robin isn't available.

Team Roles:

• The Herta: Main/Sub DPS
• Jade: Sub-DPS, Support
• Robin: Support, Buffer
• Lingsha: Sub-DPS, Healer, Debuffer

The Herta + Herta + Remembrance Trailblazer + Gallagher

Best F2P Team Composition

This F2P team uses both Herta versions effectively. While Herta's follow-up attack depends on enemies below 50% HP, both Herta versions work well together for stacking Interpretation. Serval is a strong 4-star alternative. Remembrance Trailblazer excels, especially in Ice DPS scenarios, with Mem dealing True DMG and buffing Crit DMG. Pela is a strong alternative, providing debuffs and AoE attacks. Tingyun offers ATK and Energy buffs but lacks AoE capabilities. Gallagher provides consistent value with his SP-positive playstyle and AoE Ultimate, though this slot is flexible depending on available healers or sustain options.

Team Roles:

• The Herta: Main/Sub DPS
• Herta: Sub-DPS
• Remembrance Trailblazer: Support, Sub-DPS, Buffer
• Gallagher: Healer, Debuffer