The sky in early September was filled with a cool breeze, as if adding a solemn atmosphere to the upcoming version 4.0 of Genshin Impact. Zhongli, the King of Rock, sits like a sculpture in the long river of time, slowly coming from the depths of the virtual world. On September 5, his remake was launched, like a grand ceremony, focusing the attention of countless players on the picture of light and shadow.
Drawing cards is like a sacrificial ceremony. The finger touches the screen, and the light shines, like fireworks blooming in the night sky, gorgeous but short-lived. The guaranteed mechanism set by miHoYo is like a hidden river, guiding players through the fog. Generally speaking, after 80 to 90 card draws, the Rock King will come, as if the long-awaited god has appeared in the world. However, if fate plays tricks on people and draws other five-star permanent characters, the number of card draws will need to be recounted, and the number of card draws will be extended to 150 to 180. Every failure is a dialogue with fate, reflecting the obsession and expectation deep in people’s hearts.
The recharge process is like a complex symphony, with layers upon layers. Players need to spend two 6480 Genesis Crystals, about three hundred dollars, to pave the way for Zhongli’s return. Three repeated confirmations seem to be a test of faith and a restraint of desire. Those players who are deeply trapped in the dilemma of “bad luck” have to add a third set of 6480 Genesis Crystals, as if plucking the strings of fate in a silent struggle.
The light on the screen flickers, like the lights on the stage, rendering a tense and mysterious atmosphere. Players concentrate and hold their breath, waiting for the rock-colored brilliance to freeze, like the gorgeous appearance of the protagonist on the stage. Zhongli’s figure, cold and warm, as steady as a rock, as heavy as a mountain. He is the indispensable sword in the team and the shield that protects the balance.
This card drawing journey is like a narrative movie, unfolding the drama of fate. Players experience the emotions of hope and loss in repeated attempts and waiting. Every time you press the card draw button, it is a prayer for the future; every time a five-star character appears, it is a visual and spiritual feast. The bitterness of failure and the joy of success are interwoven into a vivid picture, recording the growth and persistence of players.
As the night falls, the lights gradually dim. The light of the mobile phone screen reflects the expressions on the players’ faces, some solemn, some happy. Regardless of the outcome, this journey of pursuing the Rock Lord has become an unforgettable page in their lives. Zhongli’s re-engraving is not just an update in the game, but also a visual feast of persistence, hope and faith.