Zhong Li

"A contract that completes all contracts." Zhongli voluntarily gave up his Heart of God to the Fatui Harbinger Signora. He was tired of the burden of rule and erosion (the spiritual wear and tear of time), so he made a secret contract with the Queen (Cryo Archon), deciding to put the power over Liyue in the hands of the people themselves. After becoming an ordinary person, Zhongli retained the habits of a god. He often goes to expensive restaurants, antique shops and buys up the best goods, completely forgetting that people have to pay for everything in money. As a result, all his bills are paid either by the Fatui (through Childe) or by the Wangsheng funeral home (represented by Hu Tao).

Zhongli (aka Lord of Stone, Morax or Rex Lapis) is one of the oldest and most powerful characters in Teyvat. For over 3700 years, he ruled the Liyue Region as a Geo Archon, but at the moment, he faked his death and lives among mortals as an ordinary consultant to the Wangsheng Funeral Home.No, Zhongli is not a true Dragon (Elemental Lord) like Neuvillet.In the world of Genshin Impact, there is a strict separation between the Archons and the Ancient Dragons. Dragons are the primordial rulers of Teyvat, whose power was once taken away by the gods of Celestia. Zhongli belongs to the race of adepti (divine beings of Liyue) and is the highest Geo Archon, whose power was sanctioned by Celestia through the Heart of God. During the annual Descent Ceremony, Zhongli appeared to the people of Liyue in the form of a half-dragon, half-line (Chinese dragon Long). However, this is only one of his many magical forms that he took for convenience. Zhongli's native form as an Adeptus is not fully revealed, but the game's ancient texts mention that he took on other forms, including a human, early in his journey. His dragon avatar is just a tribute to the traditions and culture of Liyue.The main secrets of the lore and personalityThe oldest of the Archons. Zhongli is more than 6000 years old. He remembers Teyvat long before the Archon War. Of the original seven gods who founded the Archon system, only he and Venti (Barbatos) remained alive and in power. Zhongli's entire life is subject to rules, contracts, and honor. It was he who created the global currency of Teyvat, the Mora, using his power as the Geo Archon (after abandoning the Heart of God, he lost the ability to create a new Mora). A contract that completes all contracts." Zhongli voluntarily gave up his Heart of God to the Fatui Harbinger Signora. He was tired of the burden of rule and erosion (the spiritual wear and tear of time), so he made a secret contract

Neuvillet is one of the most powerful and mysterious characters in Genshin Impact. He holds the post of Supreme Judge of Fontaine, but behind his austere human appearance hides Hydro Dragon (Lord of the Waters) - the reincarnation of one of the seven ancient rulers of Teyvat, who ruled the world even before the arrival of the Archons. Neuvillet has lived in Fontaine for about 500 years. Due to his Dragon nature, he does not understand many human emotions, considers himself a detached observer, and keeps his distance in order to remain an impartial judge. In fact, Neuvillet is very vulnerable and deeply empathizes with tragedies. An ancient legend of Fontaine says: "Hydro Dragon, Hydro Dragon, don't cry!" Every time Neuvillet is sad or has strong emotions, it rains heavily in the region. At the end of Fontaine's story, Focalors (Hydro Archon) sacrifices himself and destroys the Archon's throne. She returns Neuvillet to his original power, which the gods of Celestia once took from the dragons. Having become a full-fledged ruler, Neuvillet forgives the sins of the inhabitants of Fontaine by his own will and transforms them from Oceanids into real, full-fledged people. Neuvillet is a real sommelier of pure water. He doesn't like human food, but he loves tasting water from different regions of Teyvat (such as Mondstadt or Liyue), discerning the subtlest nuances of its taste and temperature.

10: Capitano (Kapitan). The strongest man in Teyvat, famous for his unsurpassed military honor, justice and colossal physical strength. Participated in large-scale operations at Natlan.No11: Tartaglia (Child). His real name is Ajax. The youngest and most ambitious Harbinger. As a child, he fell into the Abyss, where he learned martial arts and a form of the Corrupt Legacy. A playable Hydro character hungry for battle

No4: Harlequin (The Servant). The head of the Hearthhouse is an orphanage for future spies and Fatui soldiers. He possesses the curse of the raging flames of Teyvat and a calculating, cold-blooded nature. Playable Pyro Character.No5: Pulcinella ("Chicken"). Mayor of Snezhnaya. Looks like an elderly elf, behaves like a caring grandfather, helping the Tartaglia family, but behind his political mask hides a calculating and pragmatic official.No6: Scaramuccia ("The Storyteller") is a former. Originally created by Raiden Ei as a puppet for the Heart of God. He was betrayed by his comrades-in-arms and embittered by the whole world. After the events of Sumeru, he erased his memory from Irminsul and became a playable Anemo character named the Wanderer.No7: Sandrone ("Puppet"). A brilliant researcher and mechanic. She always appears accompanied by a huge sentient automaton that she has modified. Unsociable and immersed in drawings.No8: Signora ("The Beautiful Lady") - died. In the past, she was Rosaline Loephalter, known as the Burning Scarlet Witch. She was badly burned by her own flames, which could only be curbed by the Cryo Eye of Corruption. She was executed by the Raiden Shogun in Inazuma.No9: Pantalone ("The Businessman"). The chief banker of Snow, who controls the entire economy of Teyvat. Due to the absence of the Eye of God, he seeks to make Snezhnaya the economic center of the world in order to prove the superiority of human capital over the divine

The Eleven Harbingers of the Fatui are the strongest officers of the Snezhnaya's military-diplomatic organization, reporting personally to the Cryo Archon, the Queen. They are endowed with unlimited executive power, wield destructive Eyes of Corruption, and gather the Hearts of the Gods (Gnosis) from all over Teyvat to overthrow the celestial order of Celestia. The power of the first three Harbingers is officially equated with the power of the gods themselves. HoYoLAB +2Their codenames are taken from the Italian street theater comedy of masks (Commedia dell'Arte), and the ranks are distributed strictly according to their level of power. HoYoLAB·Pochi - Lore of the GamesCurrent and former HarbingersNo1: Pierrot ("Jester"). The leader of the organization and the very first Harbinger. A survivor of ancient Khaenri'ah, whose warnings failed to stop the cataclysm 500 years ago. It was he who recruited most of the other members of the organization.No2: Il Dottore ("The Doctor"). A mad scientist who was once expelled from Sumeru Academy for forbidden experiments on humans. He created his thinking "slices" (clones) of different ages. He has tremendous power and does not recognize any moral boundaries for the sake of science.No3: Columbine ("Soubrett"). The most mysterious Harbinger. Despite the innocent appearance of the ever-singing girl, Tartaglia and the Wanderer warn to stay as far away from her as possible due to her hidden deadly nature.

What is known about the region itself at the momentAtmosphere and technologyHarsh survival: This is a country of merciless blizzards and eternal ice, where people are forced to constantly fight with nature for life. Life here is hard, but it tempers the character of the inhabitants.Technological peak: Despite the cold, Snezhnaya is the most scientifically and technically and militarily developed state in Teyvat. It was here that the factories of the Eye of Corruption and advanced firearms were invented. Judging by the trailers, an extensive network of railways and trains is used to move around the region.Key factions and locationsPolar Palace: The colossal residence of the Queen, where all global decisions are made and the Harbingers of the Fatui meet.The Fatui and the Hearthhouse Institute: Teyvat's key military and diplomatic organization. Orphans from all over the world, raised by Harlequin in Hearthhouse become loyal spies, soldiers, and agents of the Snow Kingdom.Bank of the Northern Kingdom: The main financial network through which the Snow Kingdom controls the economy of other regions of Teyvat (we have encountered its branches in Liyue and Fontaine).Autonomies: The lore mentions Nod Rim, a separate sub-region of the Snow Realm with its own internal laws and secrets, which leads players to the borders of the Cryo Nation.

The Snow Region is the seventh and final elemental region of Teyvat, shrouded in eternal winter and is the main political and military engine of the Genshin Impact story. The official release of Snezhnaya in update 7.0 is scheduled for August 12, 2026, and this region will be the culmination of the entire long history of the game.The prototype of Snezhnaya was the Russian Empire and Slavic folklore, which is reflected in the names of the characters (Anton, Tonya, Nadezhda), architecture, titles and elements of clothing. According to Venti, she was once the Goddess of Love, but changed drastically after the Khaenri'ah disaster 500 years ago.Loss of Mercy: She severed all ties with the rest of the Archons and rebelled against Celestia's celestial order. Tartaglia describes her as a "pure but too cruel soul" who declared war on the world to achieve a higher goal. Through the hands of her eleven Harbingers of the Fatui, she took and bartered the Hearts of the Gods (Gnosis) from the other rulers of Teyvat throughout the story. In Snezhnaya, all six collected artifacts will finally be combined to defy the gods.

Storyline: "Ode to Flowers and Thorns"The story of Natlan (Volume V of the Archon Quests) is a large-scale and dramatic military campaign in which the survival of an entire nation is at stake.Sacred Flame Stadium Tournament: A traveler arrives in Natlan and finds himself in a crucial competition. The strongest warriors of the tribes fight for the right to obtain the Ancient Name and go to the front line.Invasion of the Abyss: It turns out that Natlan is on the verge of death: the Abyss is gradually devouring the lands of the region, desecrating the sacred arteries - the Night Spirit. Because of this, the process of respawning warriors begins to break down, and fallen heroes can disappear forever.Clash with the Fatui: The Captain (Il Capitano), the First of the Harbingers of the Fatui, arrives in the region. He engages in an epic duel with Mavuika in the stadium. Capitano wants to take the Heart of God in order to save Natlan with his own, more radical methods. Their battle ends with the wounding of Capitano and the exhaustion of Mavuika, who gives some of her flames to maintain the nation's shield.Gathering of the Six Heroes: In order to stop the global advance of the Abyss, the Traveler and Mavuika need to awaken six heroes destined by an ancient prophecy 500 years ago. Each of them must possess a special Ancient Name from each of the six tribes.Final Battle for the Future: In the course of heaviest battles, losses, and tactical alliances (including a temporary truce with the forces of Capitano), the heroes fight back against the Abyss army, purify the Night Spirit, and restart the respawn cycle, keeping Natlan on the Teyvat map.

Six Tribes and Zaurians (Dragons)Natlan does not have a single capital or centralized government. Instead, it is divided into six independent tribes, each coexisting with a different species of Zaurian, local domesticated dragons who replace the inhabitants with horses and technology. Their companions are Tepetlisaurs, who are able to burrow underground and climb rocks.Descendants of Krona (inhabit tropical forests and rocks): Extremals and couriers (Kinich is one of them). Their companions are the Umkazaurs, who use the vines as grappling hooks for a quick flight through the air.The Spring People (inhabit the coast): Fishermen and recreation enthusiasts (Mualani is one of them). Their companions are the Koholasaurs, who swim incredibly fast on water and liquid lava.Lords of the Night Wind (inhabit the misty highlands): A mysterious tribe of shamans and healers (including Ororon). Their dragons are Ixtomisaurs, who float in the air and are able to see hidden mechanisms.Flower feathers (inhabit the floating islands): The best riders and warriors of the vanguard (Chaska is one of them). Their dragons are Kukusaurus, who fly great distances.Fuel Clan: A tribe of blacksmiths and craftsmen (including Iansan) who work with metal and the power of flame.

Natlan is the sixth nation of Teyvat, known as the Land of War, Canyons, and Flames. This hot, energetic region is dedicated to the element of Pyro, and its visual style and culture are inspired by pre-Columbian America (Mayan, Aztec, Inca civilizations), African countries, and Oceania, combining this with a vibrant modern graffiti aesthetic. She is a mortal human chosen to be Archon for her strength, courage, and victory in sacred tournaments.Appearance and Personality: A strong-willed, strong, and charismatic woman with fiery red hair. In battle, she wields a greatsword and rides a powerful, flame-engulfed motorcycle (flame cycle).War Leader: Unlike the other Archons, who hide their goals, Mavuika openly leads her people to war against the Abyss. She bears the burden of a plan for the salvation of the nation devised 500 years ago.Rule of Ancient Names: Mavuika rules Natlan through a system of Ancient Names, blessings that are passed down from generation to generation to the greatest warriors and allow them to be reborn in the Sacred Flame after dying on the battlefield.

Finale: Water floods Fontaine, fulfilling a prophecy for Celestia, but thanks to Neuvillet, no one dies. The traveler defeats the All-Devouring Narwhal, the space monster of the Abyss, which drank the water of the sea. Furina is finally freed from her duty and retires to live as an ordinary human, and the Fatui Harbinger Harlequin takes the freed Heart of God.

Storyline: "The Masquerade of the Guilty"Fontaine's plot (Volume IV of the Archon Quests) is a detective drama that gradually develops into an epic disaster.Dissolution of the People: The Traveler arrives in Fontaine and immediately finds himself in court, where he defends the illusionist Lini. In the course of the case, a terrible truth is revealed: the water of the Primordial Sea has indeed begun to seep into the region, and the locals instantly dissolve in it without a trace.Investigation in prison: To learn more about the Fatui conspiracy and the Primordial Sea, the Traveler voluntarily goes to the underwater fortress of Meropid. There, he helps Risley hold back the deadly water that nearly floods the prison. Navia, the leader of the Spina di Rosula organization, who has lost her father and friends due to dissolution, comes to the rescue.Judgment of God: Catastrophe becomes inevitable. Neuvillet and the Traveler realize that Furina is hiding something, but he does not want to tell the truth. Residents organize a show trial of Furina herself in order to force her to confess everything. The court finds her guilty of the fact that she ... is not an Archon.Death of a Deity: At this moment, Oratris's machine pronounces a death sentence on the "Hydro Archon". It turns out that Focalors has not accumulated a colossal amount of indemnitium energy over 500 years for fun. This energy activates a giant blade mechanism that executes the divine essence of Focalors and completely destroys the throne of the Hydro Archon itself.Return of Power and Salvation: By destroying the throne, Focalors returned the primordial powers of control of water to Neuvillet, who turned out to be a Hydro Dragon in human form. With his ancient power restored, Neuvillet forgives the sins of the people of Fontaine and transforms their blood into fully human blood, rendering them immune to the Primordial Sea.Finale: Water floods Fontaine, fulfilling a prophecy for Celestia, but thanks to Neuvillet, no one dies. The traveler defeats the All-Devouring Narwhal, the space monster of the Abyss, which drank the water of the sea.

General information about the regionGeography and key placesCours de Fontaine: A dazzling, futuristic capital city with huge aqueducts, flying water buses and luxurious buildings. The city is divided into wealthy upper districts and sewage slums – Flöve Sandr.Epicleise Opera House: Fontaine Main Building. Not only operas take place here, but also all the most important trials, which are presided over by the Chief Justice Neuvillet.Meropid Fortress: A huge underwater prison-factory located at the bottom of the ocean. It is an autonomous mini-state for criminals, ruled by the harsh but fair Risley.Underwater World: Fontaine is the only region of Teyvat where the player has access to full-fledged diving. Its pristine waters hide sunken castles, underwater canyons, and unique fauna.Innovation & SocietyIndemnitium Energy: All of the region's machinery is powered by a unique energy generated by the judicial machine from people's faith in justice during trials.Pneumusia: Fontaine's special energy system. Particles of Pneuma and Ousia interact with each other, causing energy overloads, which are used in mechanical robots (meks) that guard the region.Press: Fontaine is home to the offices of Teyvat's most famous newspaper, the Steam Bird.

Fontaine is the fifth nation visited by the Traveler. It is a high-tech kingdom of justice, courts and water, located on a huge elevated plateau in the heart of Teyvat. The region's image is inspired by Belle Époque France and Britain (late 19th century) with a strong admixture of steampunk aesthetics and the underwater world.Hydro Archon: Furina and the Mystery of FocalorsFontaine's culture is built around lawsuits. The people of Fontaine knew their Archon as Furina, an eccentric, dramatic, and capricious "goddess of justice" who turned every court session into a show. Behind this façade, however, lay the greatest tragedy: The Flood Prophecy: An ancient prophecy said that sooner or later Fontaine would be completely submerged by the water of the Primordial Sea. All the inhabitants (who were revealed to have been created by the past Hydro Archon Egeria of the Oceanids) will dissolve into this water, leaving the Hydro Archon to cry alone on his throne. In order to save people, she divided herself into two parts. She imprisoned her divinity and intelligence inside the gigantic judicial machine of Oratrice Mecanic D'Analysis Cardinal. She gave her human body and spirit the name Furina.500 years of torture: Focalors ordered Furina to perfectly play the role of the all-powerful Archon in front of the humans and spies of Celestia. At the same time, Furina remained an ordinary mortal person. She had no magical powers, but was forced to wear this mask for 500 long years, secretly suffering from loneliness and fear that it would be discovered and the prophecy would come true.

Storyline: "Volume III: The Pulse of Dendro and the Punishment of the Savior"The plot of Sumeru is recognized as one of the deepest in the game and is built around a conspiracy of scientists, madness and the salvation of the tree of life itself.Sabzeruz Day and Time Loop: The traveler arrives in the city and meets Nahida. The Sages of the Academy use the Akashic terminals to put the city's inhabitants into a collective sleep. They make people relive the same holiday a thousand times in order to siphon off the energy of their dreams for their secret project. The Traveler and Nahida break this loop together.Creation of a new God: It turns out that the Great Sage Azar has teamed up with the Harbinger of the Fatui, Dottore (the Doctor). From the materials of the Akasha and the body of Scaramucci (Shogun's Show), they create an artificial mechanical god to replace Nahida.Joining forces: The traveler travels to the desert, where he reconciles the inhabitants of the sands and the guardians of the jungle. He is joined by Cyno (General Mahamatra), Al-Haitham (secretary of the Academy), and Dehya (mercenary). Together, they devise an ingenious plan to storm Akademeia.Overthrow the Wise and Victory: The heroes free Nahida, overthrow the mad Azar, and defeat Scaramuccia in the guise of a giant robot. Nahida tricks Dottora into leaving Sumeru, exchanging his two God's Hearts for unique secret knowledge about Teyvat's "false sky." It turns out that the old Archon was infected with forbidden knowledge. The only way to save the world is to completely erase the memory of Rukkhadevata of Irminsul. After Rukkhadevata's removal, the entire world (including Nahida herself) forgets about her existence, believing that Nahida has ruled Sumeru forever.

General information about the regionGeography and key placesSumeru City: The capital of the region, built right around the branches of the colossal Tree of Divine Wisdom.Sumeru Academy: The main scientific center of Teyvat, divided into six darshans (faculties). The Academy effectively rules the entire country in place of the Archon.Caravan-ribat: A huge outpost wall that physically separates the dense, humid jungle from the withering desert.Tomb of King Deshret: A colossal pyramid in the middle of the sands, storing the technology of an ancient lost civilization that once rivaled the Dendro Archon.Port Ormos: A bustling port city in the south, where trade, smuggling, and trafficking of forbidden knowledge flourish.Culture and TechnologyAkashic Terminal: Unique A bio-instrument (similar to an earpiece) created by Rukkhadevata. It is connected directly to the Irminsul Tree. Akasha allows any citizen to instantly receive any scientific facts, but in return it discreetly collects and uses the energy of people's dreams.Cult of Mind: In the jungle, the cult of dry logic reigns. Emotions and creativity are considered useless here.Conflict of cultures: Desert dwellers (desert dwellers) are deprived of the benefits of Akasha and despised by jungle dwellers. They still worship their lost god, the Scarlet King (King Deshret).

Sumeru is the fourth nation visited by the Traveler. It is a land of contrasts, divided into endless rainforests and harsh deserts. The region is dedicated to the element of Dendro (plants) and the ideal of Wisdom, and is inspired by the cultures of ancient India, Persia, and Egypt.Dendro Archon: Lesser Lord Kusanali (Nahida)Nahida is the youngest Archon of Teyvat, only 550 years old. She is the goddess of wisdom.Successor of the Great Leader: The region was previously ruled by the Great Lord Rukkhadevata. She sacrificed herself 500 years ago to save Irminsul (the tree of life of Teyvat) from corruption. Nahida was born from the purest branch of this tree as her new incarnation.Prisoner in her own tower: The scholars of the ruling elite of Sumeru did not recognize the little goddess. They locked her in the Temple of Surasthana, believing that her mind was too weak compared to the wisdom of the deceased Rukkhadevata.The Power of Dreams: Unable to escape physically, Nahida learned to connect to people's minds through dreams, secretly helping the people of Sumeru.

First battle with God: During the public execution of Thoma (Ayaka's assistant), the Traveler intervenes and saves him. He personally fights the Raiden Shogun, loses to her divine power, and narrowly escapes.Joining the Resistance: The hero flees to Watatsumi Island and joins the ranks of the rebels led by Kokomi and Gorou. There, he learns that the Fatui are secretly supplying soldiers with Eyes of Corruption (dangerous artificial Eyes of God) that drain the life force from people. He defeats the Harbinger Signora in a duel in the face of Raiden (after which the Shogun executes Signora for losing). The hero then travels back to the Realm of Euthymia to Ei.Undoing the Decrees: Using the power of desire of all the inhabitants of Inazuma whose Eyes of God have been taken away, the Traveler defeats Ei in a mental duel. Ei admits his mistakes, revokes the Hunting Decree and the Sakoku Decree, opening Inazuma to the world.

Narukami Island: The main island where the capital is located, the majestic Shogun's palace, the mountaintop Grand Narukami Shrine, and the fox-shaped Sacred Sakura.Kannazuka Island: The military zone where the Tatarasuna Crucible is located, the main blacksmithing center of the region.Yashiori Island: The place where the giant bones of the serpent god Orobashi, who was killed by Raiden's lightning, lie. Because of this, eternal thunderstorms rage on the island.Watatsumi Island: Resistance Center. The inhabitants of this island do not worship Raiden, but the dead serpent Orobashi. It is home to the beautiful coral palace Sangonomiya.Seirai Island: A cursed desert island whose center is shackled by an eternal electric storm.Tsurumi Island: An abandoned, eerie island covered in thick fog that preserves the tragic history of ancient civilization and the Thunderbird.Culture and SocietyTricommission: The government of the country is divided among three powerful clans (commissions): Yashiro (culture and holidays - Kamisato clan), Tenryou (army and police - Kujo clan), and Kanjo (finance and customs - clan Hiratsuga).Tragic Atmosphere: Unlike Mondstadt and Liyue, Inazuma greets the player with an atmosphere of oppression, civil war, refugees, and fear of the tyranny of the deity.Storyline: "The All-Seeing Deity, the Mortal World"The plot of Inazuma (Volume II of the Archon Quests) focuses on the struggle of people for the right to possess their desires and feelings, which are taken away from them by the state.Arrival: The traveler struggles to break through the storms around Inazuma with the help of Captain Beidou. Meet Kamisato Ayaka: The heiress of the Kamisato clan asks the hero to help overturn the Vision Hunt Decree. The Traveler sees how people, having lost the Eye of God, lose their memory, ambitions, and go crazy.The First Battle with God: During the public execution of Thoma (Ayaka's assistant), the Traveler intervenes and saves him. He personally fights the Raiden Shogun, loses to her divine power, and narrowly escapes

Inazuma is the third nation visited by the Traveler. It is an isolated island nation ruled by the Electro Archon. The region's image is entirely inspired by feudal Japan in the Edo period.Electro Archon: Raiden Shogun (Ei)Raiden is a lightning deity who values "Eternity" above all else. She strives to keep Inazuma unchanged in order to protect it from the destruction that she believes progress brings.Two Sisters: Inazuma was originally ruled by two twin sisters. Makoto was the official Archon (politician), and Ei was her shadow and warrior. After Makoto's death 500 years ago in the Khaenri'ah Catastrophe, Ei took her place.Automaton Doll: To protect her mind from the erosion of time, Ei transferred her soul into a sword, and created the perfect mechanical doll to rule the country, the Raiden Shogun. Ei herself locked herself in meditation in the mental space (the Realm of Euthymia).Cruel Decrees: Due to the manipulation of the Fatui and her distorted understanding of eternity, Raiden issued two destructive laws: the Decree on the Hunt for the Eyes of God (forcibly taking magical amulets from the inhabitants) and the Sakoku Decree (completely closing the borders of Inazuma from the outside world).

Storyline: "Farewell, Ancient Lord"The main plot of Liyue (Volume I of the Archon Quests) is dedicated to a global change of epochs - the transition from the age of the gods to the age of men. God's Death: During the Descent Ceremony, Rex Lapis's body falls from the sky, and Ningguang announces his death. The Traveler is suspected of murder and flees the city.Meeting Zhongli: With the help of a Fatui Harbinger named Tartaglia (Childe), the Traveler meets Zhongli, a mysterious consultant at the Wangshun Funeral Home. Zhongli proposes to organize a "Ascension Ceremony" to see the Archon off with dignity, and hires the hero as an assistant.Fatui Conspiracy: Childe tries to steal the Heart of God from Rex Lapis's body in the Golden Chamber, but discovers that the body is not there. In a rage, he summons the ancient god of the vortexes, Oseal, to destroy the city and force the Archon to come to save the people.Defending the city and finale: The inhabitants of Liyue (Qixing), the Millelith (army), and the adepti unite. Sacrificing the floating palace of Ning Guang (Jade Palace), they defeat Osial on their own, without the help of the god.Mystery revealed: It is revealed that Zhongli is Rex Lapis. He faked his death by making a "contract that completes all contracts" with the Queen (Cryo Archon). He wanted to see if Liyue could defend himself without his tutelage. Convinced of the power of people, he voluntarily gave his Heart of God to Signora and retired, remaining to live among mortals as an ordinary person.

Liyue is a nation of contracts, trade, and stone, and its Archon is Rex Lapis (aka Lord of Stone, Morax, or Zhongli). It is the economic center of Teyvat, inspired by the culture and aesthetics of ancient China.Geo Archon: Rex Lapis (Morax)Rex Lapis is the oldest of the Seven Archons of Teyvat, dating back over 6000 years. He is the god of contracts, trade, history, and war.History and nation building: He was the one who founded Liyue 3700 years ago. He protected his people during the Archon War by sealing many sea and mountain monsters (such as Oseeal) with his giant stone spears, which eventually became the Gu'yun Stone Forest.Currency Creator: Morax created the Mora, the single currency of all of Teyvat. Each coin was minted using his own power in the Golden Chamber.The "Ceremony of Descent" policy: Once a year, the Archon descended to the people in the form of a majestic half-dragon, half-line (Divine Beast) to give predictions and determine the economic course of the region for the next year.General information about the regionGeography and key locationsLiyue Harbor: Teyvat's largest trading port. The city is famous for its architecture, nightly festivals with paper lanterns, and incredible cuisine. It is a sacred place inhabited by the Adepts, immortal magical beings (in the form of cranes, deer) who once made a contract with Morax to protect Liyue.Wangshu Inn: A huge inn built right on top of a giant tree at the crossroads of trade routes.Qingce Village: A quiet, picturesque village in the north among bamboo forests and terraced rice fields, where mostly old people and children live. A gigantic mine in the west of Liyue, the main source of gems and ore for the region, hiding ancient secrets in its depths.Culture and GovernanceQixing Group: Unlike Mondstadt, Liyue is strictly structured. It is governed by a board of seven major traders and leaders,

Mondstadt is the first nation that the Traveler visits at the beginning of the game. It is a kingdom of freedom, winds, and dandelions that has no king, and security is ensured by the knightly Order of Favonius.Storyline: "The Stranger Who Caught the Wind"The main plot of the region (Archon Quests Prologue) revolves around a crisis caused by the Stormterror, the ancient dragon Dvalin.The beginning of trouble: Dvalin, the city's former protector, has awakened from a long slumber, corrupted by the venom of the black dragon Durin and the manipulations of the Void Mages. He began attacking Mondstadt, causing devastating hurricanes.Search for allies: The traveler arrives in the city and teams up with the Order of Favonius (Genie, Kaeya, Lisa), as well as meets the mysterious bard Venti. Venti is revealed to be the Anemo Archon, Barbatos, the god of the region who hides his identity.Escape Plan: To appease Dvalin, the party steals the Holy Lyre from the cathedral, repairs it with the purified tears of the dragon, and travels to his lair, the ancient ruins of the Stormterror Lair.Finale and Betrayal: The Traveler and Venti defeat the corruption within Dvalin and free his mind. However, immediately afterwards, Venti is attacked by Signora, the Eighth of the Harbingers of the Fatui. She forcibly takes the Heart of God (Gnosis) from him, marking the main threat of the entire game. Famous for its huge windmills and gigantic cathedral.Valley of the Wind: A plain with a colossal oak tree, at the roots of which stands a statue of the Archon. It's a sacred place for Venti.Springvale: A small, cozy village of hunters and farmers south of the capital.Dragonspine: A huge snow-capped mountain on the southern border of the region where the bones of the ancient shadow dragon Durin lie. Culture and TraditionsIdeal of Freedom: Barbatos founded Mondstadt on the principles of absolute freedom, so he does not rule people directly, allowing them to build destinies.

Teyvat is a vast fantasy mainland that serves as the main setting in Genshin Impact. It is bathed by the Dark Sea and is ruled by the divine order of Celestia.Seven Nations and ElementsThe world is divided into seven independent states, each of which worships a different god (Archon) and embodies one of the natural elements:Mondstadt is the nation of freedom and wind (Anemo). It resembles medieval Germany with castles and mills.Liyue is a nation of contracts and land (Geo). Inspired by ancient China, famous for its rugged mountains and trading port.Inazuma is a nation of eternity and lightning (Electro). An island state in the style of feudal Japan, surrounded by thunderstorms.Sumeru is a nation of wisdom and plants (Dendro). It consists of vast rainforests and endless desert in the spirit of the Middle East.Fontaine is a nation of justice and water (Hydro). A high-tech region in the style of steampunk France with a developed system of reservoirs.Natlan is a nation of war and fire (Pyro). A land of tribes, canyons, lava and dragons, similar to pre-Columbian America and Africa. A harsh northern region reminiscent of the Russian Empire, ruled by the Tsarina.World order and featuresThe arteries of the earth are a hidden network of energy channels that nourish the entire continent and preserve the memory of the world.The Eye of God is a magical artifact. The gods of Celestia bestow it upon mortals with strong desires, allowing them to control the elements.The Fatui is a powerful military and diplomatic organization from the Snow House. They act as the main antagonists, collecting the Hearts of the Gods from other Archons.

Key character traitsCalmness and unhurriedness. It is impossible to make him lose his temper. He always remains imperturbable and loves contemplation. He has tremendous knowledge of the history, culture, traditions and art of Teyvat. The main principle of his life is honesty. He believes that any contract must be strictly executed. Absolutely does not know how to handle mora. He constantly forgets his wallet, spends huge sums and writes down debts to the funeral home "Wangsheng" or Tartaglia.Politeness and tact. He communicates with respect for all people, regardless of their status. Avoids rudeness. He does not like to boast of his strength and past exploits. It prefers to stay in the shadows.

Zhongli is a tall, elegant man (about 187 cm tall) with fair skin, a stern look and long dark brown hair tied up in a ponytail
Appearance:Face and hairstyle: Hair smoothly transitions from dark to amber at the ends. A long ponytail goes down to the waist, and a long thick bang falls off the right side of the face.Clothing: Prefers a strict, tight-fitting and sophisticated suit in dark brown and gold tones with white accents. The outfit is complemented by long bris, gloves and decorative elements.Eyes: In a calm state - piercing, bright amber. When activating their powers or in the form of a Geo Archon, they begin to luminesce with golden light.