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Honkai Star Rail - How to Get Old Photo of Balakin

Old Photo of Balakin is a mission item in Honkai: Star Rail. Check out our guide on its location and how to use it!

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How to Get the Old Photo of Balakin

Obtained From a Mission

Honkai Star Rail - Ancestor

Old Photo of Balakin can be obtained by progressing through the mission, Ancestor's Drill Bit.

Ancestor's Drill Bit

How to Use the Old Photo of Balakin

Used to Progress Ancestor's Drill Bit

Honkai Star Rail - Ancestor

Old Photo of Balakin is used to progress the mission, Ancestor's Drill Bit, by submitting the item to Serval and Molly.

Ancestor's Drill Bit

Old Photo of Balakin Information

Old Photo of Balakin
Old Photo of Balakin Item
Description An old yellowing photo. Evidence of a certain individual's part in a certain historic event.
The figure in the picture did not seem to plan to let people feel the historical weight this photo should carry.
"What will become of Belobog in a hundred years? Well, you'll have to see it through your eyes."

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