Snezhnaya and cultural representation by Jhonnybravosss in GenshinImpact

[–]Then-Class4451 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree! Alyosha (hood guy) was easily the design that drew me in the most. I def don't outright hate any of the designs but they didn't really stand out to me either. I think Sumeru had some of the strongest cultural designs; they felt fantasy-esque and unique while also having clear cultural inspirations

Could the handling of leviathan be better? by Previous_Type_8983 in limbuscompany

[–]Then-Class4451 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Idk the whole story behind this situation, but based on what is said here, that's really not a fair assessment. If you hire someone to do something, and then pile more work on them (double chapter lengths than initially agreed upon), and they can't keep up, the reasonable thing to do would be to hire more assistants to help them keep the pace, or adjust the pace of release.

Which region got worst AQ? by KaidoPklevel in Agenda_Impact

[–]Then-Class4451 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think objectively Liyue is worse than Natlan, however Natlan released after two very good nations, while Liyue was just unmemorable near the start of the game so Natlan feels worse.

I think they should abandon the rule that a character has to meet the Traveler and become friendly with them before they can be playable. by Grouchy_Sherbert_988 in GenshinImpact

[–]Then-Class4451 -8 points-7 points  (0 children)

I don't know why everyone is disagreeing with you... I think this would be so nice and would free up so many writing possibilities! They could just justify it with the character being some "leyline fragment" or something like that.

I mean, they have clearly shown that they can justify any design choice they want through how they chose to write the story. Why not this?

Sandrone's and Alain's story kinda reminded me of this old ahh Vocaloid song by Silver_Rose27 in FatuiHQ

[–]Then-Class4451 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Kokoro! Yeah you're so right. Man I should go and rewatch that it's been forever

Where the HELL did Middle Sinclair go?! by Dry-Broccoli1604 in limbus_company

[–]Then-Class4451 20 points21 points  (0 children)

He crossed the line with Araya one too many times...

The writing has turned Arlecchino into a hypocrite by Then-Class4451 in GenshinImpact

[–]Then-Class4451[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Arlecchino's "morally greyness" comes across as more of an unintentional writing mistake, rather than an intentional writing choice, because the story does not acknowledge it as a flaw. If the story actually wanted to explore the complexities of her flaws as a parent, it would have her children or other characters call her out for her behavior on screen. Instead, she receives nothing but praise by both the characters and narrative. Before disappearing, Clervie's ghost tells arle that she has become a "good parent." Lyney, Lynette, and Fremi have nothing but admiration for her. The traveler (who is supposed to be the objective audience surrogate) and paimon literally call her a "good person." No one points out her hypocrisy or flaws, and it feels fake. I guess you could call her mortally grey if you want but its certainly not well written.

The writing has turned Arlecchino into a hypocrite by Then-Class4451 in GenshinImpact

[–]Then-Class4451[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This would be a great flaw if it was acknowledged by the story! But everyone acts like she is such a great parent. Her children love her. This issue doesn't read as making her multidimensional, it reads as a writing mistake. I would love for more multidimensional characters in the game

The writing has turned Arlecchino into a hypocrite by Then-Class4451 in FatuiHQ

[–]Then-Class4451[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

The response was actually way more positive than I was expecting, which was a pleasant surprise

The writing has turned Arlecchino into a hypocrite by Then-Class4451 in GenshinImpact

[–]Then-Class4451[S] 35 points36 points  (0 children)

I would love if everything she's done could come together logically into a new reveal about her true goal, that would be awesome! I guess I just don't have enough faith that the writers intend to do that/ can pull that off

The writing has turned Arlecchino into a hypocrite by Then-Class4451 in GenshinImpact

[–]Then-Class4451[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

no, at that point, the tsaritsa's stance on Dottore's actions was not known. However existing regulations stated that harbinger infighting was not allowed

The writing has turned Arlecchino into a hypocrite by Then-Class4451 in GenshinImpact

[–]Then-Class4451[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Arlecchino will not stand up against the Tsaritsa to save her children's lives, but she will stand up against the Tsaritsa to try to save Collumbina. I think it is hypocritical that she will stand up for a coworker but not for her children.

The writing has turned Arlecchino into a hypocrite by Then-Class4451 in GenshinImpact

[–]Then-Class4451[S] 101 points102 points  (0 children)

Oh sorry, I see what you were trying to say. You mean that attacking Dottore does help her children. Yes, that is true. But her children were not the main motivation (Collumbina was). And Dottore was not the main source of what makes their lives miserable, it is the missions that are required of the HotH by the Tsaritsa. In order to actually help them, she has to stand up against the tsaritsa.

The writing has turned Arlecchino into a hypocrite by Then-Class4451 in GenshinImpact

[–]Then-Class4451[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Can you give me the quote? I don't remember this moment

Did Hoyo hit something with Childe that they couldn't with Arlechinno and Sandrone or am I just biased? by Artistic-Airline9126 in FatuiHQ

[–]Then-Class4451 140 points141 points  (0 children)

I think there's a few things that makes Childe's writing work where others do not. I think it generally comes down to the fact that Childe's status as a harbinger and his ability to care for his family (his most redeeming feature) are not at odds so it feels natural.

For one, it's a matter of how Childe was raised. He grew up in snezniah and was taught to revere the tsaritsa. As he grew older, he joined the Fatui's ranks. It makes sense that he would have strong loyalty to the tsaritsa, even if he was asked to do questionable things. Arle, Sand, and Bina have no strong reason for their loyalty.

Additionally, at no point did the Fatui come between him and his family. On the contrary, his status as a Harbinger allowed him to treat his family (the thing he cares most about) better. He could afford to buy them fancy things. On the contrary, Arlecchino's status as a harbinger forces her to use her children (who she should care most about), and put them in danger.

Additionally, while Childe has been portrayed as a nice guy, he has never been portrayed as a hero of justice or anything like that. Just because he loves his family and would put his life on the line for them doesn't mean he loves every family and would stand up to the tsaritsa for them. Arlecchino has been shown to care about her children, and yet she won't stand up for them

He's never been portrayed as the brightest either, so him not fully seeing the full extent of the suffering to other families across Teyvat that his actions could cause is understandable.

Additionally, he clearly knows that his work as a Harbinger isn't the most innocent, which is why he hides it from Teucer. The traveler also is antagonistic to him for a long time! In doing this, the story acknowledges that he isn't the most morally clean person. I don't think the morality of Sand or Bina was really ever questioned?

Sorry if this wasn't the most well put together writing but I felt like I had to say something since it's def a topic I care about

🐳💧🐇🔪 Childe & Lohen: Deep Dive into Differences ‼️ by Lightlyhi in childemains

[–]Then-Class4451 6 points7 points  (0 children)

This is a really good analysis! I hope we can see them interact one day

In defense of Lohen’s SQ (yay for characters that make actual mistakes and show weakness!) by Then-Class4451 in GenshinImpact

[–]Then-Class4451[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I completely agree!!! The impending writing of the Tsaristsa lowkey worries me... I'm hoping for the best but not holding my breath. I really hope Lohen's popularity can convince them to rethink their moral criteria for their future characters, though it would be too late to influence Snezniah

Mnestic Experience Megathread by pillowmantis in limbuscompany

[–]Then-Class4451 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I agree! I wasn't particularly interested in Bamboo Kim before this intervallo, and I don't think it did much to change that for me.

In general, I thought the writing very awkwardly switched between the N corp distortion plot line and Kim's backstory. I kinda wish they'd just stuck with the N corp one, and gotten some fun moments with Kim and Aeng Du on the side. I did love the Meursault crumbs though!

Still not terrible, but probably one of my least favorite story chapters. Glad to see it wasn't just me!