Honkai Star Rail: The Adventurous Moles: Review, Beginner’s Guide, and FAQs

  • Meta Synergy: The 4-star Destruction Light Cone “The Adventurous Moles” provides up to 72% ATK increase at Superimposition 5, making it a premier F2P choice for characters like Hook, Clara, and Yunli in 2026.
  • Quest Completion: To finish the “Hidden Treasures” quest, players must solve environmental puzzles in the Great Mine, Rivet Town, and the Silvermane Guard Restricted Zone.
  • Technical Footprint: As of 2026, the game requires approximately 70GB on PC and 45GB on mobile, supporting 120 FPS on high-end chipsets like the A19 Pro and Snapdragon 8 Gen 5.

Three years after its explosive debut, Honkai: Star Rail remains a titan of the turn-based RPG genre, blending cosmic horror with the whimsical charm of Belobog’s underground. At the heart of this duality lies “The Adventurous Moles”—a name that refers both to a beloved group of pint-sized rebels and one of the most mechanically consistent Light Cones in the Path of Destruction. Whether you are a fresh Trailblazer boarding the Astral Express or a veteran optimizing your roster for the latest Memory of Chaos cycle, mastering the secrets of Hook’s crew is essential for progression.

2026 Review: Is “The Adventurous Moles” Still Meta?

In the current 2026 landscape, power creep has sidelined many early 4-star items, but the Adventurous Moles Light Cone remains a resilient outlier. Its “Mischievous” passive triggers an ATK stack whenever the wearer uses a Basic ATK, Skill, or Ultimate. Unlike temporary buffs, these stacks persist for the entire duration of the battle, providing a massive, reliable ceiling for raw damage.

Pro-Tip: To maximize this Light Cone, ensure your rotation includes at least one Basic ATK and one Skill usage early in the fight. This guarantees two stacks immediately, which is often enough to out-scale generic 5-star options at lower refinements.

While the game has transitioned into the “Path of Erudition” and “The Hunt” dominance in recent patches, Destruction units still serve as the backbone for survivability-heavy compositions. For players moving through the 2026 Meta & PS6 Guide benchmarks, the efficiency of this Light Cone on “F2P” accounts cannot be overstated.

Light Cone (Destruction) Max ATK Buff (S5) Best For
The Adventurous Moles 72% (Stacked) Hook, Clara, Misha
Under the Blue Sky 32% + 24% Crit Rate Yunli, Blade
A Secret Vow 40% – 80% (HP Based) Arlan, Jingliu

The Adventurous Moles: Hidden Treasure Quest Guide

The quest “The Adventurous Moles” is a cornerstone of the Belobog storyline, requiring players to find hidden pages from a children’s book to locate “treasure.” Many beginners get stuck after the initial tutorial. Here is exactly where to find the three missing pages:

1. The Great Mine (The Unexpected Parchment)

Head to the Overlook area in the Great Mine. You will find a page on a crate. The puzzle involves a lamp hanging on a fence; look for the one lamp that is out of place on a nearby box and hang it back on the fence to reveal the treasure chest.

2. Rivet Town (The Missing Crate)

Located in the back alley where you previously fought Boss monsters. You’ll find two sets of shelves. The hint tells you that the “shelves must be equal.” Pick up the crate from the middle of the left shelf and place it on the middle of the right shelf to match the configuration.

3. Silvermane Guard Restricted Zone (The Gun Racks)

Travel to the front lines. The page is found on a wall near the command center. You must ensure all four gun racks in the vicinity have exactly three guns each. Most racks will have two; simply interact with the nearby gun stacks to fill them.

2026 Technical Performance & Optimization

With the release of advanced hardware, Honkai: Star Rail has evolved significantly from its 2023 launch state. For those playing on the 2026 PS5 Pro Review standard, the game now features native 4K resolution with Ray-Traced reflections in the Xianzhou Luofu and Penacony regions.

  • Storage Requirements: Ensure you have at least 75GB of free space on PC to account for shader pre-caching. Mobile users should expect a 45GB footprint.
  • Performance Targets: On the iPhone 17 and later (A19 Pro), players can finally enable “Ultra” textures with a stable 120 FPS, a feature previously exclusive to high-end PC builds.
  • Platform Availability: While the game launched on multiple systems, HoYoverse has officially sunset support for legacy consoles, focusing exclusively on PlayStation 5, PC, and modern mobile chipsets.

According to the latest official HoYoverse patch logs, the game continues to receive monthly content drops, ensuring the “Adventurous Moles” and their legacy remain a core part of the Trailblazer’s journey through the stars.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How do I start “The Adventurous Moles” quest?

You must first complete the “Hook’s Treasure” companion quest and reach Trailblaze Level 24. Once these conditions are met, Julian in Boulder Town will provide the initial quest prompt.

Is “The Adventurous Moles” Light Cone better than 5-star options?

At S5 (Superimposition level 5), it can outperform several S1 5-star Light Cones in terms of raw ATK. However, it lacks the utility (like Crit Rate or HP recovery) found in premium options like “On the Fall of an Aeon.”

Why can’t I find the trash can quest in Boulder Town?

The infamous “Lord of Trash” quest initiates southwest of the Goethe Grand Hotel Space Anchor. You must interact with the specific dumpster and answer its questions correctly. This remains one of the 20 legendary trash can interactions in Belobog.

Does the game support cross-save in 2026?

Yes, Honkai: Star Rail maintains full cross-save and cross-play functionality across PC, iOS, Android, and PlayStation 5, provided all platforms are linked to the same HoYoverse account.

“The Moles are not just a group of kids; they are the heart of the Underworld’s resistance. Their quest is a reminder that even the smallest Trailblazers can find the greatest treasures.” — 2026 In-Game Archive

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