According to BD Cricket, two major developments are making waves in Honor of Kings: the release of the new Amber Age skin line and the upcoming debut of the hero Ao Yin, who will launch directly to the official servers without first being tested in the beta environment. This bold move suggests that the developers have full confidence in his performance post-launch. But for now, let’s focus on the Amber Age skins, which have captured significant attention across the community.
The Amber Age skins are backed by strong value, offering epic-level cosmetics at a notably low price point. Add in a bonus signature from renowned author Liu Cixin, and the deal becomes even more attractive. However, as BD Cricket notes, a skin’s usability should also be judged by its in-game feel, not just price and appearance.
Galo’s Amber Age skin features a futuristic design, with a tight latex-style suit enhanced by amber tech. It’s sleek and modern, though not everyone may appreciate its non-traditional aesthetic. Visually, the detailing—especially in the facial area—is arguably the most refined among her skins. In terms of in-game feel, the attack feedback is sharp and crisp. Her arrows deliver a satisfying sound with each hit, offering a piercing sensation that falls somewhere between the featherlight Rain of Arrows and the weighty Taihua. While it doesn’t completely replace those classics, it arguably provides the best middle-ground feel and has quickly risen to fan-favorite status.
Design-wise, the skin is solid but not overly flashy. It lacks the elegance of Dawn Guardian but far surpasses the underwhelming Scarlet Battle Armor. Special effects are average, with two main highlights: a random back-sword animation while walking and a massive ultimate attack effect that visually sweeps across the screen in satisfying fashion.
On the other hand, Kai’s Amber Age skin faces stiff competition, especially from the visually intense Silver Aria. Among high-tier skins, Scarlet Battle Armor has the weakest effects, while Silver Aria stands out with its dramatic dual-form transformation during the ultimate. While the demon form in Silver Aria delivers excellent impact, its regular form lacks the same punch. Still, every slash in his ultimate mode is crisp and clean, with solid sound feedback.
BD Cricket breaks it down simply: if you’re looking for practicality and solid performance, Dawn Guardian will serve you well. If your focus is showy effects, Silver Aria is well worth the cost. But if you’re a collector or a fan of Liu Cixin, the Amber Age skin line is a great pickup—not just for aesthetics, but for sentiment as well.