Dan Heng returns in Honkai: Star Rail 3.6 with a new form — Permansor Terrae, a 5-Star Physical character on the Path of Preservation. In this incarnation, he’s not just a shielder but a strategic support hybrid who empowers allies through his Bondmate system and his summoned Souldragon companion.
Dan Heng Permansor Terrae Overview
- Rarity: 5-Star
- Path: Preservation
- Element: Physical
- Role: Shielder / Support DPS
- Base Stats (Lv. 80):
- HP: 1048
- ATK: 582
- DEF: 776
- SPD: 97
Permansor Terrae’s playstyle revolves around his Bondmate — an ally designated to share his buffs and shield effects. Through this link, his Souldragon acts as an autonomous protector, granting shields, cleansing debuffs, and performing follow-up attacks based on the Bondmate’s ATK and element type.
Ascension Materials
Leveling him requires a mix of Fear-Stomped Flesh, Courage-Torn Chest, and Invasive Clots, which are all accessible from new 3.6 enemies and Stagnant Shadows.
| Material | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Fear-Stomped Flesh | 15 |
| Courage-Torn Chest | 15 |
| Glory-Aspersed Torso | 15 |
| Invasive Clot | 65 |
| Credits | 308,000 |
Focus early farming efforts on Invasive Clot, as it’s expected to be the hardest to obtain at launch.
Trace Materials
Upgrading his Traces enhances his shields, buff scaling, and follow-up potential through the Souldragon.
| Material | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Tracks of Destiny | 8 |
| Daythunder Anamnesis | 12 |
| Scattered Stardust | 18 |
| Fear-Stomped Flesh | 41 |
| Courage-Torn Chest | 56 |
| Glory-Aspersed Torso | 58 |
| Crystal Meteorites | 69 |
| Divine Amber | 139 |
| Credits | 3,000,000 |
Honkai Star Rail Dan Heng Permansor Terrae Kit and Trace
Dan Heng Permansor Terrae is one of the few units in the game that scales his shielding from ATK rather than DEF. This creates a unique build path that rewards offensive investment while maintaining strong sustain.
Basic Attack – Aegis Vitae
Deals Physical DMG equal to a portion of his ATK to one enemy.
Simple but important — this attack is his consistent way to generate energy for his Ultimate cycle.
Skill – Terra Omnibus
Designates one ally as the Bondmate and grants a shield to all allies for 3 turns.
- Shield scales with Dan Heng’s ATK and can stack up to 300% when refreshed.
- The chosen Bondmate gains increased ATK through his A2 trace, Empyreanity.
This skill forms the backbone of his sustain mechanics.
Ultimate – A Dragon’s Zenith Knows No Rue
Deals AoE Physical DMG to all enemies and provides a shield to all allies.
- Also enhances Souldragon, enabling it to perform Follow-up Attacks based on the Bondmate’s ATK and element.
- Enhanced state lasts for two Souldragon actions.
It’s both a powerful defensive reset and an offensive trigger for his Bondmate synergy.
Talent – Of Virtue, Forms Unfold
When a Bondmate is designated, summons Souldragon (SPD 165).
Each Souldragon action:
- Cleanses 1 debuff from allies.
- Provides a shield that stacks with existing ones (up to 300%).
- Disappears when Dan Heng or his Bondmate is knocked down.
Souldragon’s regular turns create near-constant protection, especially in high-speed teams.
Technique – Earthrend
Dazes enemies before combat, making them unable to attack.
Starts the next battle by auto-activating his Skill without consuming points — excellent for exploration efficiency.
Bonus Traces
| Trace | Effect |
|---|---|
| Empyreanity (A2) | Skill increases Bondmate’s ATK by 15% of Dan Heng’s ATK. |
| Sylvanity (A4) | Advances his action by 40% at combat start; Bondmate’s attacks grant 6 Energy and speed up Souldragon by 15%. |
| Sublimity (A6) | Souldragon grants extra shields to the weakest ally and deals Additional DMG of the Bondmate’s type. |
These traits transform him into a constant support engine, combining shielding, debuff removal, and ally empowerment.
Eidolons
Each Eidolon enhances the connection between Dan Heng and his Bondmate, improving sustain, action economy, or team-wide buffs.
| Eidolon | Effect |
|---|---|
| E1 – Shed Scales of Old | Using Ultimate restores 1 Skill Point and increases Bondmate’s Resistance Penetration by 18% for 3 turns. |
| E2 – Watch Trails to Blaze | Extends Ultimate enhancement by 2 actions and doubles Souldragon’s damage and shield strength. |
| E3 – Bear Weight of Worlds | Ultimate +2 (max 15), Basic Attack +1 (max 10). |
| E4 – By Oath, This Vessel Is I | Reduces Bondmate’s damage taken by 20%. |
| E5 – The Path of Permanence Sweeps Far | Skill and Talent +2 (max 15). |
| E6 – One Dream to Enfold All Wilds | When a Bondmate is active, all enemies take 20% more damage; Bondmate’s attacks ignore 12% DEF. Using Ultimate causes AoE Additional DMG equal to 330% of Bondmate’s ATK. |
Even his E1 and E2 are game-changing, letting him generate Skill Points and maintain permanent enhanced Souldragon uptime.
Best Builds for Dan Heng Permansor Terrae
1. Shielder Support Build (Recommended)
This setup focuses on maximizing shield value and support uptime.
Main Stats:
- Body: ATK%
- Feet: SPD
- Sphere: ATK%
- Rope: Energy Regen or ATK%
Substats Priority: SPD > ATK% > HP% > Effect RES
2. Hybrid ATK Build (DPS-Utility Mix)
For players who want his shields and damage to scale aggressively.
Main Stats:
- Body: ATK%
- Feet: SPD or ATK%
- Sphere: Physical DMG%
- Rope: ATK%
Substats Priority: ATK% > SPD > CRIT DMG > Effect RES
Best Light Cones
| Light Cone | Description |
|---|---|
| Though Worlds Apart (Signature) | Boosts ATK up to 128% and heals all allies upon Ultimate use; grants “Redoubt” to increase team DMG. Best-in-slot for both sustain and team buffs. |
| Moment of Victory (5★) | Increases DEF and Effect Hit Rate; better for defensive setups if you lack his signature cone. |
| She Already Shut Her Eyes (5★) | Boosts Energy Regen and HP; increases team DMG when HP is reduced. |
| Journey, Forever Peaceful (4★) | Strengthens shields and improves ally DMG output. Excellent F2P option. |
| Landau’s Choice (4★) | Provides taunt and damage reduction. Ideal if you want him to tank hits. |
F2P Tip: If you don’t own premium cones, Landau’s Choice or Texture of Memories remain strong due to his reliable self-shield generation.
Best Relics and Planar Ornaments
| Set | Bonus |
|---|---|
| Self-Enshrouded Recluse (4pc) | Best-in-slot. Boosts shield power and team CRIT DMG after shield deployment. |
| 2pc Self-Enshrouded Recluse + 2pc Messenger Traversing Hackerspace | Balanced option for added SPD while maintaining shield consistency. |
| 2pc Self-Enshrouded Recluse + 2pc Musketeer of Wild Wheat | Solid alternative focusing on extra ATK scaling. |
Planar Ornaments:
| Set | Reason |
|---|---|
| Lushaka, the Sunken Seas | Best overall — provides Energy Regen and buffs the first ally’s ATK. |
| Penacony, Land of the Dreams | Works well with same-element teams (Physical). |
| Space Sealing Station | Simple ATK% bonus for larger shields and follow-up damage. |
Best Team Compositions
Permansor Terrae functions best in single-DPS compositions, where he can dedicate his Bondmate buff to one carry.
1. F2P Shield Support Team
| Role | Character |
|---|---|
| DPS | Dan Heng (Wind) |
| Support | Asta |
| Buffer | Yukong |
| Sustain | Dan Heng Permansor Terrae |
This team is fully free-to-play and leverages consistent turns through Asta and Yukong’s buffs while Permansor Terrae shields everyone.
2. Single DPS Core Team
| Role | Character |
|---|---|
| DPS | Imbibitor Lunae |
| Support | Bronya |
| Buffer | Sparkle |
| Sustain | Dan Heng Permansor Terrae |
This setup turns Dan Heng • PT into a core enabler, constantly advancing turns and shielding the main DPS, keeping uptime and tempo high.
3. DoT Team Variant
| Role | Character |
|---|---|
| DPS | Kafka |
| Sub DPS | Black Swan |
| Support | Asta |
| Sustain | Dan Heng Permansor Terrae |
Because his shields scale off ATK, he fits well in DoT comps, where his Bondmate (usually Kafka or Black Swan) frequently attacks to trigger Souldragon advancement.
Recommended Stat Goals
To optimize his kit, aim for these rough thresholds:
- ATK: 3000+
- SPD: 134 or higher (acts twice per cycle)
- Energy Regen: 120–130%
- Effect RES: 20–25% (optional survivability)
This balance ensures continuous shields, frequent Ultimate uptime, and consistent Bondmate synergies.
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Dan Heng Permansor Terrae stands as one of Honkai: Star Rail’s most innovative Preservation characters.
His Bondmate and Souldragon mechanics bring tactical depth, rewarding fast-paced teams and consistent coordination between allies. Players who invest in his signature Light Cone and relic setup will find him invaluable in Memory of Chaos, Pure Fiction, and all endgame modes.
Whether you aim to use him as a pure shielder or a hybrid support, his flexibility and scaling make him a top-tier sustain option for Version 3.6 and beyond.
