How To Get Light Cone Memory Shard In Honkai: Star Rail

The Light Cone Memory Shard is a new semi-premium currency introduced in Honkai: Star Rail with the Version 3.2 update. Alongside the Golden Companion Spirit, this shard allows players to exchange for 5-star Light Cones directly—removing the randomness usually tied to pulls. It’s a welcome quality-of-life addition, especially for players who’ve been burned by gacha luck. However, the catch is that it’s locked behind either a steep paywall or a heavy grind. In this guide, we’ll break down everything you need to know about the Light Cone Memory Shard, how to earn it, and how to use it to get the Light Cone you really want.

Light Cone Memory Shard Overview

The Light Cone Memory Shard is a special new currency introduced in Honkai: Star Rail with Version 3.2. This item lets you exchange for select 5-star Light Cones directly through the [Stellar Convergence] shop—offering players more control over their builds without relying solely on banner luck. At launch, the shop includes a strong lineup of permanent options such as:
• Past Self in Mirror (Harmony)
• She Already Shut Her Eyes (Preservation)
• The Unreachable Side (Destruction)
• Echoes of the Coffin (Abundance)
• In the Night (The Hunt)
• Night on the Milky Way
• In the Name of the World
• But the Battle Isn’t Over
• Something Irreplaceable
• Moment of Victory
• Sleep Like the Dead
• Time Waits for No One

These Light Cones will stay in the shop permanently, and HoYoverse plans to add even more in future updates—making it a valuable system for long-term account growth.

How to Unlock Light Cone Memory Shard

There are currently only two ways to get Light Cone Memory Shards in Honkai: Star Rail, and both require spending money.

1. Cherished Recollection (P2W Event)
The first method is by participating in the Cherished Recollection event, which will be available during Version 3.2. In this event, you’ll need to purchase Oneiric Shards. Once you buy enough to reach 8000 Oneiric Shards—roughly $65—you’ll receive 4 Light Cone Memory Shards as a reward. This is clearly aimed at paying players and has no free alternative.

2. Battle Pass (Nameless Glory/Medal)
The second option is through the game’s Battle Pass. You can earn 1 Light Cone Memory Shard by leveling up the Nameless Glory track. An additional shard is given if you buy the upgraded Nameless Medal tier, giving you a total of 2 shards from the Battle Pass. Again, both options require real money.

As of now, there is no way to get Light Cone Memory Shards as a free-to-play player, so these items are effectively locked behind a paywall.

To use your Light Cone Memory Shards, head over to the Stellar Convergence shop in Honkai: Star Rail. There, you’ll be able to trade 4 Light Cone Memory Shards for one 5-star Light Cone of your choice from the available selection. The shop features a fixed list of powerful Light Cones, and more options will be added in future updates. It’s a straightforward system—just collect enough shards and pick the one you want.

Conclusion

The Light Cone Memory Shard is a valuable addition for players looking to guarantee specific 5-star Light Cones without relying on banner luck. While it’s locked behind pay-to-win options like events and the battle pass, it still offers a clear and straightforward way to build your ideal setup in Honkai Star Rail. If you’re someone who doesn’t mind investing a bit into the game, this system provides a more reliable path to some of the strongest Light Cones available.