Yo yo yo, fellow Trailblazers! Version 2.5 is finally here, and let me tell you, my wallet is already crying just looking at the banners. But guess what? HoYoverse is actually being kinda generous this time around! I've been crunching the numbers, and the total amount of free Stellar Jades we can scoop up is... well, let's just say it's enough to make any F2P player do a little happy dance. We're talking new characters, a fresh map on the Xianzhou Luofu, and a mountain of primo-gems... I mean, Stellar Jades, just waiting to be claimed. So, buckle up, because we're diving deep into the ultimate farming guide for 2026's Version 2.5!

🤑 The Grand Total: Breaking Down the Jade Mountain

Alright, let's get straight to the good stuff. Thanks to the legends in our community (shoutout to nivskis for the awesome chart!), we know exactly how many Jades are up for grabs. For all you free-to-play warriors out there, the grand total is a whopping 10,735 Stellar Jades and 15 Star Rail Passes. That's not just pocket change, my friends!

Here’s the breakdown of all the goodies, served up in a nice, clean table for you:

Source Stellar Jades Star Rail Passes Notes
Daily Training 2,520 0 The grind is real, but so are the rewards!
Gift of Odyssey 0 10 (Special) Free 10-pull, let's gooo!
October Shop Reset 0 5 (Special) + 5 (Standard) Don't forget to check the shop!
Maintenance Compensation 600 0 Our apologies for the inconvenience, lol.
Weekly Simulated Universe 1,350 6 Your weekly dose of pain and suffering pays off.
Divergent Universe 480 0 New challenges, new rewards!
Missions 600 0 Story and exploration time.
Characters Showcase 80 0 Easy jades for trying out new units.
Version 2.5 Special Program 300 0 Did you watch the stream? Here's your reward!
New Location 300 0 Fresh map means fresh treasure chests!
New Achievements 245 0 For all you completionists out there.
Redemption Codes 120 0 Always keep an eye on those social media drops!
Nameless Glory (Free Track) 0 5 Even the free BP is cooking.
Luminary Wardance (Main Event) 1,200 0 The big event of the patch!
Festive Revelry 540 0 More fun, more jades.
Memory of Chaos / Pure Fiction / Apocalyptic Shadow 2,400 0 Endgame content giving you a hard time? The jades are worth it!

Just look at that list! It's like the game is practically begging us to pull. And speaking of pulling...

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⚔️ Who's Worth Your Hard-Earned Jades? The Version 2.5 Banner Line-Up

Okay, so we've got the resources. Now, who do we spend them on? Version 2.5 is split into two phases, and honestly, both halves are kinda stacked. It's a tough choice, man.

  • First Half (Now Live!): This is where the new hotness, Yunli, makes her debut. She's waving that giant sword around like it's nothing, and the animations? Chef's kiss. Running alongside her is a re-run for the ultimate sustain queen, Huohuo. If you missed her the first time, this is your chance to finally stop worrying about your team dying.

  • Second Half (Starting August 21): This phase brings the mysterious Jiaoqiu into the spotlight. We don't know everything about his kit yet, but the hype is real. And if that wasn't enough, the one and only Sparkle is getting a re-run! Your favorite Quantum harmony buffer is back to make your DPS hit like a truck.

Picking between these is gonna be torture. Do you go for the shiny new DPS, secure your team's survival, or grab the ultimate support? My heart says pull for all of them, but my Jade count says... choose wisely.

🔮 The Future is Bright: What's Cooking for Version 2.6?

And just when you thought you could relax after 2.5, HoYoverse is already teasing us with what's next! Version 2.6 is bringing not one, but TWO new five-star characters: Feixiao and Lingsha. We also have Moze joining as a new four-star. My crystal ball (and the leaks subreddit) is buzzing, but we'll have to wait for the official details. One thing's for sure: you're gonna want to save some of those Jades from 2.5 for them too!

💎 My Personal Farming Strategy & Final Thoughts

So, how am I tackling this update? Here's the game plan:

  1. Priority #1: Clear all the limited-time events, especially Luminary Wardance. 1,200 Jades is no joke.

  2. Priority #2: Blitz through the new story and map. Those exploration and mission Jades are the low-hanging fruit.

  3. Priority #3: Suffer through the endgame modes. Yeah, Apocalyptic Shadow might whoop me a few times, but 2,400 Jades is the ultimate motivation.

  4. The Pull Plan: I'm leaning towards saving for the second half. Jiaoqiu has that cool, enigmatic vibe I can't resist, and having Sparkle would complete my Mono-Quantum dreams... but Yunli looks so cool too! Ugh, the struggle!

In the end, Version 2.5 is shaping up to be one of the most rewarding patches yet. The amount of free currency is seriously impressive, and the character lineup is fire. Whether you're a veteran or a newbie, there's never been a better time to jump in and build your account.

So, what are you waiting for? Get out there and start farming, Trailblazers! And may your pulls be ever in your favor. 🚂✨