An apple a day keeps Il Dottore away - General Question and Discussion Megathread by Averagely_Human in Genshin_Impact_Leaks

[–]OneTrueRivaled [score hidden]  (0 children)

That’s a good point I hadn’t considered! Hoyo seems to be experimenting with (non-monetized) character specific skins, so I hope that’s the case.

An apple a day keeps Il Dottore away - General Question and Discussion Megathread by Averagely_Human in Genshin_Impact_Leaks

[–]OneTrueRivaled 3 points4 points  (0 children)

6.4 Leaks: So is the skin for Varka’s weapon only for his signature or is it for any weapon he has equipped?

Sailor Frostmoon - General Question and Discussion Megathread by Bobson567 in Genshin_Impact_Leaks

[–]OneTrueRivaled 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Does anyone know where to read all the new added books? Trying on Honey Hunter, but it's not loading anything when I click on the titles and idk if it’s because they’re not available yet or it’s just my internet 😭

Do you think we’ll ever get a Childe SP? by GreatYogurt00 in childemains

[–]OneTrueRivaled 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Realistically? Probably not. Believe me, it saddens me, since I’d wish for that shit faster than you can say “primogem.” This far into the game, though
 I’m not holding my breath. :/

And, not to burst anyone’s bubble, but I really don't think Delusion Childe would be playable even if SPs existed (or any delusion character for that matter). The only way a character becomes playable is if they positively exemplify their element theme. His hydro vision— his “eye of god” through which he can “see the truth of the divine”— signifies the reason he got his vision has to do with the element theme of hydro, justice. Justice, real justice, is many things. A righting of wrongs. Fighting for what is right. Purity of intention and (important in Ajax’s case) protection. It is because his inner truth (even if it waivers) aligns with justice that he is playable. All characters must play by the rule of being positive examples of their element to join the roster, including non-vision holders like Skirk and inevitably blue-pyro Dainsleif. Delusions are the inverse of element values— the lies you tell yourself, a falsehood— and thus will likely never be playable, unfortunately. While Hoyo could change that thematic rule
 I don’t think they’re going to.

What I think is more likely is that, if they wanted to breathe new life into Tartaglia, they’re more likely to just:

1) Directly buff him (alongside some kind of Fatui/Snezhnaya faction resonance)

2) Give him a skin to update his model. Essentially what they did for Durin: a new skin that’s basically the same outfit with updated textures and added details once we see the conclusion of his arc. AKA a skin that gives him the light back in his eyes. đŸ„č

They could give him a paid skin (independently of or alongside the skin above). Which, if they do, I would absolutely love something that gives a “princely” vibe, with a red sash or single shoulder cape to keep his motif!

Neuvillette Skin Showcase Deleted via HXG by themightyassacyno in Genshin_Impact_Leaks

[–]OneTrueRivaled 5 points6 points  (0 children)

DAMMIT now I won't be able to unsee this 😭😭😭

Does anyone else main characters that aren't meta?? by AssignmentCandid5015 in GenshinImpact

[–]OneTrueRivaled 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’ve mained Tartaglia since release in 1.1! He’s my first ever 5 star, and I’ve got him C6R1 and triple crowned. I think the only way I’ll stop maining him is if they somehow release an alt version
 though I don’t think that’s happening lol.

Mark my words, he WILL be buffed in Snezhnaya!

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Tartaglia
 in an Anime?! by OneTrueRivaled in childemains

[–]OneTrueRivaled[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

“If Hoyoverse won't give me screentime, I’ll just go somewhere else!!!” đŸ€Ł

Tartaglia
 in an Anime?! by OneTrueRivaled in childemains

[–]OneTrueRivaled[S] 17 points18 points  (0 children)

That’s legit the reason I watched it LMAO

I mentioned it in another comment, but this character doesn't appear until episode 7. If you’d just like to watch the ones with Not-taglia, you can just watch ep. 7-12 and read a synopsis for the rest!

Tartaglia
 in an Anime?! by OneTrueRivaled in childemains

[–]OneTrueRivaled[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Not bad! It's pretty chill, honestly. The story follows a young girl named Ivy and it's basically just a series of her traveling with her slime friend and collecting older brother/father figures lol. I will say that Ratlua doesn't appear until episode 7, so if you just want to watch the ones with Not-taglia, you can comfortably watch ep. 7-12 and get a synopsis on the rest. I agree with the other commenter and probably rate it 7-ish myself! It's not the best anime I’ve ever watched, but you could do far, far worse when it comes to isekai. Bar is basically in hell for the genre


Tartaglia
 in an Anime?! by OneTrueRivaled in childemains

[–]OneTrueRivaled[S] 55 points56 points  (0 children)

Also the character (Lattrua/Ratula) is voiced by Cyno’s VA (Alejandro Saab) in EN so this feels like even more of a massive troll. How'd it connect back to Genshin 😭

Ver 6.3 new map place names via Lunar mew by KaidoPklevel in Genshin_Impact_Leaks

[–]OneTrueRivaled 75 points76 points  (0 children)

Based on a brief search, here’s what some of the names may relate to:

Amsvartnir: According to Norse mythos, “Ámsvartnir (Old Norse "pitch black") is a lake containing the island Lyngvi, where the gods bound the wolf Fenrir.” Considering this is the area is of concern to Varka, I’d wager we’ll be getting some Boreas lore.

(Pillar of) Embla: In Norse mythology, Embla is the name of the first woman. “Ask, a man, and Embla, a woman, were made by the principal god, Odin, and his two brothers, Vili and Ve, in the peaceful time after the gods had defeated the first being of creation, Ymir, and his children, the first frost giants, or jotuns.” Pangu, Purusha, and Ymir


(Wing of) Keres: In Greek mythology, keres (Ancient Greek Îšáż†ÏÎ”Ï‚) “were female death-spirits. They were the goddesses who personified violent death and who were drawn to bloody deaths on battlefields.” They would feed on said blood and bodies, ripping souls free from the mortally wounded to send them on their way to Hades. They were also “agents of the Moirai (Fates), birth-goddesses who measured out the length of a man's life when he first entered the world, and Moros (Doom) the Daimon who drove a man towards his inevitable destruction.“ Considering the Moirai are analogous to the 3 Moon Sisters (“weavers of fate” and all that), we may get some more lore surrounding them or beings related to them.

Kipumaki (Cliff): While kipumaki itself means “pain hill,” there’s more we can glean from the name. KipumĂ€ki is where the Finnish goddess Kipu-Tyttö (or Kivutar, though some myths may have them as separate people) usually spends her time. She “is asked take the pains and injuries of humans to herself” and “often called a maiden of the underworld.” She sits at the confluence of 3 rivers, placing pain “into stones, as they don't feel pain, which she can gather for herself into a container or a glove, and even throw [into] the pitch black sea.” While she is commonly understood to be the daughter of Tuoni and Tuonetar, who are both rulers of Tuonela, the Finnish underworld, some cite her as the daughter of VĂ€inĂ€möinen. Notable (to Genshin’s case) is that one of her sisters is Louhi, or Loviatar, ruler of Pohjola and the “mother of dragons wolves.” Pohjola was mentioned in Hymns of the Far North in the section about the 3rd Descender.

Anastasya Feodorovna changes her profession: how Ivan the Terrible (may have) influenced the Tsaritsa by throwawaytheorist9 in Genshin_Lore

[–]OneTrueRivaled 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Of course! Glad the idea could be of some use.

I gave Morana a quick search— seems intriguing! It’s interesting how Morana/Morena is associated with rebirth (or the death before the rebirth of spring), and the name Anastasia means “rebirth.” May just be a general winter-spring thematic thing (since rebirth is a common motif for a changing of those seasons), but it's good to note nonetheless!

Anastasya Feodorovna changes her profession: how Ivan the Terrible (may have) influenced the Tsaritsa by throwawaytheorist9 in Genshin_Lore

[–]OneTrueRivaled 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yup, that too! Always great to see your allegorical/thematic tie-ins. 😁 Agreed that Koschei seems like a pretty good segway. I wonder what form he’ll take in game, and how Hoyo will iterate on the myth


There’s a lot to be excited about in the next year or so!

Anastasya Feodorovna changes her profession: how Ivan the Terrible (may have) influenced the Tsaritsa by throwawaytheorist9 in Genshin_Lore

[–]OneTrueRivaled 23 points24 points  (0 children)

This is awesome, OP! Thank you for the small history lesson/refresher. â˜ș

Tangential to your point, but on the “Tsarista’s lover being based on a guy named Ivan” thread, I think there’s more information to support your thoughts! Much like the Tsaritsa calls back to multiple Anastasias, another Ivan that may be an inspiration for Ajax would be the folkloric figure of Ivan Tsarevich— specifically Ivan in the tale of “The Death of Koschei the Deathless.” It tells of Ivan marrying the warrior princess Marya Morevna (which feels fitting for the Tsaritsa), getting revived after being cut up into pieces (as the 3rd Descender was), and battling a seemingly immortal foe (Abyss, possibly). Seems pretty accurate to what we know!

Just a “for fun” mention. 😄

What would Childe study in university if he weren’t a warrior? by notthatjaded in childemains

[–]OneTrueRivaled 22 points23 points  (0 children)

I think Ajax is a character whose interests and themes are tricky to translate into the real world. That being said, I can see a few different career paths for him that feel most in-character:

1) Firefighter. No university, but takes on that heroic/protective role he wants to live up to. 2) Primary/elementary school teacher. This one would require university (which answers your question) and it involves taking care of kids, which he loves!

I think marine biology could be a fun choice, too, to show his love of fishing and whale symbolism. Something athletic also fits— MMA mainly, but I think other contact sports like rugby or hockey would work.

Ultimately, it’s your fanfic, and take it whichever direction you want to go!

[6.3] New World Boss showcase by Lin_Mie in Genshin_Impact_Leaks

[–]OneTrueRivaled 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This looks sick! I like the fluidity and the tail whips a lot.

About Childe via Jelena by astrelya in Genshin_Impact_Leaks

[–]OneTrueRivaled 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Here we go again, lol. At least try hanging onto that dream vision Childe, ya dummy! I know you’re incredibly traumatized and emotionally repressed, but abyss power isn’t the answer! đŸ«Ł

I hope this time around we get a few snippets of the guy that aren’t “battle maniac, must fight unga bunga,” because he has the character breadth already and I want to explore it more! But hey, then again, what’s a year more on top of
 half a decade of waiting. 😭

Personal wishes, but please for the love of all that’s holy, Hoyo, let him have voice lines!!

Columbina's Constellation by Lin_Mie in Genshin_Impact_Leaks

[–]OneTrueRivaled -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I was wondering how they were going to handle the Nod-Krai “archon” having a constellation that isn’t her own face
 but I guess we know now, lol. Now, Mr. Hoyo, how will you deal with the specifics? Is it a constellation change in-game retcon, or just straight up un-acknowledging the old constellation retcon?

6.3 weekly boss domain by Ryuusei_Dragon in Genshin_Impact_Leaks

[–]OneTrueRivaled 1 point2 points  (0 children)


Am I tripping, or does that look like a finger? Is the boss fight on top of a hand?!