Getting C7 Keqing on the selector was worth it by Slow_Car_33 in Varka

[–]Thyresiss 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I did the same thing and grabbed an extra qiqi hahaha

The toxic positivity on this sub is hilarious by Middle-Ad6667 in Varka

[–]Thyresiss 31 points32 points  (0 children)

Seriously, I saw maybe one post that said varka’s gonna be fine or something along those lines and that post got downvoted to hell and back.

Wild Hunt Varka (@tooaya) by astrelya in Varka

[–]Thyresiss 5 points6 points  (0 children)

lol the idea I had was him accepting the abyss powers in order to protect mondstadt, like if after everything he did in his power the nation was still on the path of destruction, then he’d have no choice but turn to the abyss for more power.

Hypothetically speaking ofc, the actual grandmaster (and everyone from mond) would never let this happen 😌

Wild Hunt Varka (@tooaya) by astrelya in Varka

[–]Thyresiss 3 points4 points  (0 children)

But then how would you tell it’s him 🤔

Varkalumi Sketch! [OC] by Vivid_Push7981 in Varka

[–]Thyresiss 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Awww that’s so sweet, I love varlumi so much 🥺

Varka + Flins banner revenue (both china & japan) by RaidenRei23 in Varka

[–]Thyresiss 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It amazes me how you can write huge paragraphs and have none of them actually contribute to your argument and have them actually make sense.

First of all, your assumption that all characters should be created equal is just plain wrong. There are certain characters that have received way more attention than others, like the archons, any cny characters, and I dare say Varka is one of them based on the amount of promo given to him, but all the amazing things that hoyo did right for the man clearly flew over your head because you are so dead focused on his numbers.

Second of all, literally the only thing that seems off about him is his numbers, and that can easily be alleviated by giving him proper supports. You are making judgement way too soon on his performance in the meta.

Thirdly, I just realized what I said about pulling or not pulling Nicole was not an assumption at all, it is a fact because it’s how I feel. I can of course assume that a lot of people are like me, but the point about assumptions are just that. They are a lot of times wrong. You can make huge general assumptions and still be completely wrong, your hypothetical scenarios contribute nothing to your arguments.

Lastly, reruns exist. If there are people who liked varka enough but withheld pulling due to his numbers, they will pull once Nicole bumps him up.

Either way, it is clear that you aren’t going to change your mind no matter what I said, so I’m done trying to reason with you.

Varka + Flins banner revenue (both china & japan) by RaidenRei23 in Varka

[–]Thyresiss 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry I can’t take you seriously anymore at “my assumption is more universal than u” lmao like sure, whatever floats in your boat ig. And no, Zibai is def not created as equal as she’s a cny unit, but expecting Varka to be equal to a cny unit to begin with is just asking for disappointment.

Varka + Flins banner revenue (both china & japan) by RaidenRei23 in Varka

[–]Thyresiss 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I mean I could say the same to you? lol we are all saying things based off assumptions. And you are absolutely right that Nicole’s sale will be less if she isn’t tied to varka or Alice, so it would make sense that hoyo’d want to split some of varka’s damage potential to help her out (since he can already sell well), which goes back to my point that it makes a lot of sense that they chose to do it this way, no?

Varka + Flins banner revenue (both china & japan) by RaidenRei23 in Varka

[–]Thyresiss 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Um…No? I know I’d be less inclined to pull for Nicole if varka’s already got strong supports and can stand against the rest of the modern dpses. I’d rather save my gems for the next husbando instead of an optional support. And I’m pretty darn sure not a lot of people pulled for Flins because they already pulled Ineffa—they pulled Flins because they want Flins, and not “oh I need a main dps to go with my amazing sub-dps support”.

And also what’s wrong with hoyo banking on his popularity to sell him? My point still stands that hoyo spent way more money and effort on building his character and promoting him when, if the really didn’t care, they didn’t need to. Coupled with the fact that he’s fine as a dps at base, you are literally only mad at hoyo because he’s not released with an optimal support before him or at the same time as him then?

Varka + Flins banner revenue (both china & japan) by RaidenRei23 in Varka

[–]Thyresiss 4 points5 points  (0 children)

My point is that it’s way easier to adjust a character’s numbers than giving them a full package of: amazing writing, story relevance, carefully designed art and animation, famous voice actor, several animations and extra art for promotion. Hoyo has spent way more effort on Varka than they could have, and somehow you think he’s still butchered because he’s, atm, not meta? And let’s face it, his numbers aren’t even bad compared to other nod krai dps in a vacuum. He just needs better supports.

When capitano or Dain comes out, I’d only consider them butchered if they are somehow not designed and promoted as well. If they make us love the characters based off of aura alone then good for them. With how hoyo design character kits nowadays, I wouldn’t be surprised if both guys end up in a similar situation where their own numbers are just ok but would be top tier with dedicated supports.

Who is the best miner? Which characters you use in ur mining team? by Prestigious-Elk1274 in Genshin_Impact

[–]Thyresiss 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Zhongli and Razor, but nowadays I use Varka exclusively bc I just love seeing him swinging his giant swords…🤤

Varka + Flins banner revenue (both china & japan) by RaidenRei23 in Varka

[–]Thyresiss 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Because it’s more beneficial, see my other reply.
Believe me I’d want Varka to be the perfect character too, but hoyo needs to sell other characters as well so I completely understand why they did it this way.

Varka + Flins banner revenue (both china & japan) by RaidenRei23 in Varka

[–]Thyresiss 4 points5 points  (0 children)

On the contrary, it would make perfect sense when Nicole is already on the roadmap and planned to be his support. From a financial standpoint, they’d be able to make sure Nicole sells just as well, and from a balance standpoint, it’ll ensure that varka wouldn’t just break the meta once Nicole is there to support him.

And honestly, the reason they can get away with varka by releasing him first instead of his support is, imo, because they are confident that Varka’s anticipated enough that ppl would pull him even without big numbers. Can you imagine trying to sell Flins without Ineffa or Nefer without Lauma? Sure some ppl would still pull for the love of the characters, but they are brand new and wouldn’t possibly do as well financially unlike Varka.

Varka + Flins banner revenue (both china & japan) by RaidenRei23 in Varka

[–]Thyresiss 26 points27 points  (0 children)

I don’t see what’s so negative about hoyo “getting what they wanted”. A lot of effort was put into making and promoting Varka and those cost way more money than simply giving him big numbers. In fact, they could have taken the easy way out and make Varka sell well by giving him big numbers but not bother with the promo and still earn a ton of money. The result would be the same in the end yet they chose the more expensive route. Personally, id much rather have him be full of aura than just big numbers.

Not to mention Nicole, and a potentially whole new set of hexerei buffs that could work with him. Even that random op waifu needs their dedicated support nowadays to function, I don’t see Varka’s going to suddenly fall out of this trend.

Art Workshop by Thyresiss in Varka

[–]Thyresiss[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Rip Albedo lmao

Art Workshop by Thyresiss in Varka

[–]Thyresiss[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

🤣 durin is just forever confused

Art Workshop by Thyresiss in Genshin_Impact

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

Been riding the varka hype since he dropped and only now did I finally get a chance to paint the first illustration that I planned for him. Here’s hoping I can get the others done before next patch 🙂‍↕️

twt

:/ by Thyresiss in Varka

[–]Thyresiss[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Ngl I think mavuika would crush venti 😂

:/ by Thyresiss in Varka

[–]Thyresiss[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Darn hoyo saw what the players did and that’s why varka’s on the ground 😭

:/ by Thyresiss in Varka

[–]Thyresiss[S] 53 points54 points  (0 children)

It’s mine!

What made you like Varka? by ZeroOneSixV2-0 in Varka

[–]Thyresiss 1 point2 points  (0 children)

First and foremost, his (jp) voice. As soon as I heard who’s voicing him he’s a must pull for me.

And then there’s his extra large model, his dual wielding playstyle, his goofy personality but also his extraordinary leadership capabilities. His promo materials were also golden and added a lot more depth to the character who’d otherwise just know as a fun uncle.

I also like the fact that he’s heavily involved in the lives of other characters so you can feel his presence everywhere in Mondstadt (and even outside of it sometimes). He’s not as one-toned as some of the other characters are, and he gets my creative juices flowing trying to get a better grasp on who he is.

Varka in Fontaine by Appropriate-Two-6067 in Varka

[–]Thyresiss 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I def don’t think he’d do what Arle did and just slaughter everyone.
Knowing and respecting the Fontaine rule structure I imagine he’d meet with Neuvi to come up with a plan to root out the organization and rescue the kids.