Playing Honkai: Star Rail doesn’t have to be expensive—but it definitely can be. Between limited-time banners, Express Supply Pass renewals, and the occasional tempting Light Cone, I found myself topping up more often than I expected. At first, I didn’t pay much attention to where I was buying Oneiric Shards. But over time, the small extra costs started to add up.
That’s when I started looking for a better option. I wasn’t trying to cut corners or chase crazy discounts—I just wanted something reliable, fast, and ideally cheaper. That’s how I found the Honkai top up service hosted on Manabuy, and it’s been one of the easiest financial wins in my mobile gaming life.
What stood out to me first was how transparent everything was. No weird pricing jumps, no additional fees popping up at checkout. The price listed was the price paid. I compared a few of the bundles—especially the 3280 + 600 Oneiric Shard pack that I usually buy—and it consistently came in lower than the standard in-game purchase, sometimes by enough to cover a few daily stamina refreshes.
I wouldn’t call myself a hardcore spender, but I do like pulling for units I care about, and topping up before events helps me avoid last-minute stress. The reason I trust Manabuy is because it works the same way every time: I enter my UID, pick a bundle, pay, and within a couple of minutes the Shards are in my mailbox. There’s no need to log in, no risk of failed payments, and no annoying app redirects.
Over the last few updates, I’ve stuck to this system, and it’s saved me more than just money. It’s cut out the mental friction of deciding when and where to top up. I no longer wait for bundles or promotions. I simply get what I need, when I need it, and always know I’m not overpaying.
Another underrated perk is the ability to plan top-ups ahead of schedule. If I know a certain banner’s coming next week, I’ll prep the Oneiric Shards in advance. That way, when the character drops, I can focus on team building instead of checkout processes.
I’ve recommended Manabuy to a few friends who also play Star Rail, especially the ones who tend to chase banners without budgeting first. While the savings per purchase might seem small, over the course of a few months, it really does make a difference. And for players who use services like Express Supply Pass or pull on nearly every new release, it adds up fast.
In a game where timing matters and budgets can blur quickly, being able to reliably top up at a lower price without sacrificing security or speed feels like an easy win. It’s not flashy, and that’s the point—it just quietly works.
