Himeko Nova Materials Guide: Ascension, Trace and Light Cone | HSR

Jessica Turner

Jul 3, 2026

Himeko Nova is an upcoming Fire and Erudition character in Honkai: Star Rail. As a new version of Himeko and the beloved navigator of the Astral Express, Himeko Nova brings powerful Fire damage, Erudition-based attacks, and unique battle support into combat. To help Trailblazers who want to pre-farm for Himeko Nova, we have collected all of her ascension materials, trace materials, and signature Light Cone materials so you can fully prepare for her release. Keep reading!

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Himeko Nova Materials Total

The following is all the Level-up, Ascension and Trace materials you need to build Himeko Nova:

1) Character Level to 80

2) All Trace Nodes to Max

Total Materials	Total
Whimsy Wax	56
Dreamweave Steel	71
Lucid Awl	73
Radiant Prominence	65
Celestial Globe	18
Galaxy Framework	69
Cosmic Sandpit	139
Vanquished Flow's Reticence	12
Tracks of Destiny	8
Travel Encounters	3
Adventure Log	3
Traveler's Guide	289
Credit	3,887,800

Himeko Nova Signature Light Cone Materials

In this part, we will count all materials you need in order to enhance Himeko Nova's signature Light Cone A Star That Lights the Night from 0-80.

Total Materials	Total
Whimsy Wax	20
Dreamweave Steel	20
Lucid Awl	14
Celestial Globe	4
Galaxy Framework	12
Cosmic Sandpit	15
Credit	385,000

Himeko Nova Ascension Materials

☛ Himeko Nova Ascension Materials Total

The following is all the ascension materials you need to upgrade Himeko Nova from 0–80.

Total Materials	Total
Whimsy Wax	15
Dreamweave Steel	15
Lucid Awl	15
Radiant Prominence	65
Credit	308,000

☛ Himeko Nova Ascension Materials Per Level

And for more detailed information, here’s what Himeko Nova Ascension Materials and Credits you need for each Ascension level:

Total Materials	Materials
Level 20	Whimsy Wax × 5 Credit × 4,000
Level 30	Whimsy Wax × 10 Credit × 8,000
Level 40	Radiant Prominence × 3 Dreamweave Steel × 6 Credit × 16,000
Level 50	Radiant Prominence × 7 Dreamweave Steel × 9 Credit × 40,000
Level 60	Radiant Prominence × 20 Lucid Awl × 6 Credit × 80,000
Level 70	Radiant Prominence × 35 Lucid Awl × 9 Credit × 160,000

☛ How to get Radiant Prominence?

Radiant Prominence can be obtained through Stagnant Shadow: Shape of Ashes.

Himeko Nova Trace Materials

☛ Himeko Nova Trace Materials Total

The following is all the trace materials you need to enhance Himeko Nova's Basic ATK, Skill, Ultimate, Talent, Stat Bonus and abilities to the max.

Total Materials	Total
Whimsy Wax	41
Dreamweave Steel	56
Lucid Awl	58
Celestial Globe	18
Galaxy Framework	69
Cosmic Sandpit	139
Vanquished Flow's Reticence	12
Tracks of Destiny	8
Credit	3,000,000

☛ Himeko Nova Trace Materials Per Level

And for more detailed information, here's what Himeko Nova Trace materials you need for Basic ATK at each level:

Level	Materials
Level 2	Celestial Globe × 3 Whimsy Wax × 6 Credit × 5,000
Level 3	Galaxy Framework × 3 Dreamweave Steel × 3 Credit × 10,000
Level 4	Galaxy Framework × 5 Dreamweave Steel × 4 Credit × 20,000
Level 5	Cosmic Sandpit × 3 Lucid Awl × 3 Credit × 45,000
Level 6	Cosmic Sandpit × 8 Lucid Awl × 4 Credit × 160,000

Here’s what Himeko Nova Trace Materials you need for Skill, Talent, and Ultimate at each level:

Level	Materials
Level 2	Whimsy Wax × 3 Credit × 2,500
Level 3	Celestial Globe × 3 Whimsy Wax × 6 Credit × 5,000
Level 4	Galaxy Framework × 3 Dreamweave Steel × 3 Credit × 10,000
Level 5	Galaxy Framework × 5 Dreamweave Steel × 4 Credit × 20,000
Level 6	Galaxy Framework × 7 Dreamweave Steel × 6 Credit × 30,000
Level 7	Cosmic Sandpit × 3 Lucid Awl × 3 Credit × 45,000
Level 8	Cosmic Sandpit × 5 Lucid Awl × 4 Vanquished Flow's Reticence × 1 Credit × 80,000
Level 9	Tracks of Destiny × 1 Vanquished Flow's Reticence × 1 Cosmic Sandpit × 8 Credit × 160,000
Level 10	Tracks of Destiny × 1 Vanquished Flow's Reticence × 1 Cosmic Sandpit × 14 Credit × 300,000

Here’s what Himeko Nova Trace Materials you need for Bonus Stats and Abilities:

Level	Materials
Bonus Ability 1	Celestial Globe × 3 Vanquished Flow's Reticence x 1 Credit × 5,000
Bonus Stat 1	Celestial Globe × 3 Whimsy Wax × 6 Credit × 5,000
Bonus Stat 2	Galaxy Framework × 3 Dreamweave Steel × 3 Credit × 10,000
Bonus Stat 3	Galaxy Framework × 3 Dreamweave Steel × 3 Credit × 10,000
Bonus Ability 2	Galaxy Framework × 5 Tracks of Destiny × 1 Vanquished Flow's Reticence × 1 Credit × 20,000
Bonus Stat 4	Galaxy Framework × 5 Dreamweave Steel × 4 Credit × 20,000
Bonus Stat 5	Cosmic Sandpit × 3 Lucid Awl × 3 Credit × 45,000
Bonus Stat 6	Cosmic Sandpit × 3 Lucid Awl × 3 Credit × 45,000
Bonus Ability 3	Cosmic Sandpit × 8 Tracks of Destiny × 1 Vanquished Flow's Reticence × 1 Credit × 160,000
Bonus Stat 7	Cosmic Sandpit × 8 Lucid Awl × 8 Credit × 160,000
Bonus Stat 8	Cosmic Sandpit × 8 Lucid Awl × 8 Credit × 160,000
Bonus Stat 9	Whimsy Wax × 2 Credit × 2,500
Bonus Stat 10	Cosmic Sandpit × 8 Lucid Awl × 8 Credit × 160,000

☛ How to get Celestial Globe, Galaxy Framework & Cosmic Sandpit?

Celestial Globe, Galaxy Framework, and Cosmic Sandpit are Himeko Nova’s trace materials and can be obtained from Calyx (Crimson): Bud of Erudition.

☛ How to get Vanquished Flow's Reticence?

Vanquished Flow's Reticence can be obtained by defeating the weekly boss in Echo of War: Rusted Crypt of the Iron Carcass.

Conclusion

By following this comprehensive prefarm guide, you’ll be fully prepared to maximize Himeko Nova’s potential the moment she joins your team in Honkai: Star Rail. Gathering all the necessary ascension materials, trace materials, and signature Light Cone materials in advance ensures a much smoother gameplay experience, allowing you to focus on mastering Himeko Nova’s Fire damage, Erudition attacks, and Astral Express-themed combat strategies from day one.

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