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Simultaneously, A man jumped up from behind. Upon landing the bow in his hand transformed into dual hydro blades. He charged into the encirclement of the Millelith forces and swiftly knock them all out with a rapid series of attacks. This dazzling sequence of movements happened in the blink of an eye. While the traveler and Paimon were still in awe, The man made a gesture with his head.
"Come with me"
…
" It's actually him."
As soon as she saw The man appear, Ningguang Recognised him immediately. He is The Fatui harbinger known as childe.
This situation was slightly unexpected for Ningguang. Could it be that Childe was also present at the Rite of descension? Was his involvement somehow related to the Archon's assassination? With various questions and doubts in her mind, Ningguang continue to watch the story unfold.
…
After escaping the Millelith forces, they finally managed to elude the pursuit.
" Just who are you exactly?" Paimon asked.
" call me Childe" the man replied.
"Childe? What, so we're just supposed to dote on you?"
"Haha, no, no, not at all. It's an alias of sorts."
"In Mondstadt, I don't suppose you came across a "Signora" by any chance?"
The Traveler and Paimon Instantly went on alert. Because back in Mondstadt, a certain Fatui harbinger had made them become synonymous with the term villain.
And Childe had already anticipated this reaction.
" I'm not a bad guy… okay perhaps I'm kind of a bad guy, But I'm not here to give you any trouble. Would it be too much to ask for you to keep the sword sheathed?"
Through his persuasive words, Childe explain the current situation from his viewpoint. He had admitted that he had been observing the Traveler during the Rite of descension and knew that they were not the Culprit. Therefore, Childe intended to help find the real killer.
The reason he was helping the Traveler was in his own words, " regrettably, given that I am a Fatui envoy from Snezhnaya… there's no way I'd be trusted after something of this magnitude. The ruling Qixing of Liyue has always been overly suspicious of us."
Finding the true culprit Would also serve as a way to clear any suspicion on him. In front of Northland bank, Childe handed the traveler a sigil related to the Adepti.
"Hate to admit it, but your Fatui Intel seems alright. But, Why would we go looking for the adepti anyway?" Paimon asked.
"Ha, oh my little friend. There are plenty of reasons mortals seek the blessings of the adepti."
" Money, Health, Love… but you… you will go for justice."
"Justice?"
"The Qixing We have already dispatched the Millelith. They'll be seeking out the assassin from amongst the onlookers."
" But how could a mere mortal kill a god they can sweep aside entire armies? Rex Lapis never gave up his power as a god"
After following Childe's Words, The Traveler speculated, " you think the Qixing did it and they're trying to pin it on someone else?"
" you're thinking is even more radical than my own. Honorary Knight."
" even now, The Northland buying wouldn't be able to hold the Millelith off For long, But the adepti can clear you of any wrongdoing."
" look for them. And be faster than the Qixing's Messengers, so that you can give your version of events first."
…
The plot had become even more bewildering by this point. Judging from Childe's Actions, He also seemed unaware of the true corporate behind the assassination of the Geo Archon. Using The traveler to find the adeptus in an attempt to clear himself of suspicion. There was even suspicion that Liyue Qixing might be responsible for the assassination, To which Ningguang found to be utterly absurd. However, based on this aspect alone a temporary judgement could be made - it seems that the Fatui Harbinger was not the true culprit behind this event. So how exactly did the Archon Fall? Could it be that he killed himself?
At the same time, Keqing Had also progressed to the same plot. According to the story's development The next step would be the journey to seek out the Adepti In Jueyun Karst. Sensing Keqing's gaze, Ningguang knew that she hardboard similar doubts.
Ningguang rhythmically tapped her fingers on the table. She wondered how she would act if she were experiencing this incident. The Geo Archon has just been assassinated this undoubtably would create a massive catastrophe in terms of faith for the people of Liyue. However, Ningguang Considered the various other impacts that such an event would bring about, as well as the potential internal threats currently within Liyue - The Fatui. If it were her, she would probably hide and protect their Archons body in secret, observe the subsequent developments while concealing the truth in plain sight. But aside from the Fatui's reaction to this incident, there was another factor she was even more deeply concerned about; the Adepti. The Adepti and the Qixing had a history of conflict, and in this current era those conflicts seem to be intensifying. It was highly likely that after the Archon's Assassination, These conflicts would escalate to the absolute extreme. it might even lead to a full-scale war between mortals and the Adeptus.
In the upcoming Story, The Traveler would visit The Adepti One by one. So let's take a look at this game and see how the adaptus would react is such an incident truly happened.
…
"Signora, I don't understand what you're so afraid of."
In a meeting room at Northland bank, Childe leans back in his chair and spoke a bothered tone.
" you won't even mention what actually happened in Mondstadt. Now because of this "gaming café", you're too scared to even go there in person. Instead you rely on your subordinates to infiltrate and gather information under the guise of ordinary players."
"At best we can only passively gather information this way, It's ridiculous."
Signora's expression remained indifferent as she replied coldly, " I have my reasons, The owner of that mobile game Café is far from an ordinary person, Feels more like a genuine god."
"Now, your in Liyue, With both of us here As envoys, yet your still cowering here like this. In such a situation, how will we ever obtain Morax's Gnosis?" Childe quibbled.
Signora fell silent and cast a sharp glare at Childe.
At the same time, the temperature in the room began to plummet.
" Are you suggesting we fight? Haha, as much as I would love to this isn't the right place for that."
" well never mind, You have your reasons, And I have mine."
Childe was about to leave the meeting room as he prepared to push back his seat. However, the moment his hands touched his armrest, A layer of ice instantly formed around the armrest.
" what is the meaning behind this?"
" Although I don't like you, As colleagues, there is a piece of information that I need to share with you." Signora said, fixing her gaze on Childe. " Regarding the latest news about the 'mobile game café' — You, Tartaglia, Have appeared as a playable character in this game."
" They made me a playable character?" Childe revealed an intrigued smile. "Now That is interesting… it's worth my personal attention."
===
In recent days, Taylor's Mobile game café had completely opened up its market in Liyue. All 150 seats were constantly occupied, and it was only late at night that the crowd would eventually thin out. Initially some players mainly want to experience the novelty of a mobile game, But once they got into the game, they were hooked on it. Many players, even exclaimed that this game was too addictive.
Liyue was a place of commerce, attracting people from all corners of the world, and that included those who had exceptional gaming talents that they were unaware of. Due to various factors and disparities in information differences among the players were still prevalent. In the streets and alleyways of Liyue, Discussions about the content of the mobile was everywhere. Among them, The most discussed topic was about choosing characters from the Gacha banners.
Having a powerful character could give someone an excellent gaming experience, Enabling faster progress in the story And becoming a "pro" player. Although Wales were still in minority, most players only made one recharge. Although they also received Primogems from quests and exploration, It wasn't enough to guarantee them all the characters.
In Liyue, The hottest character was unquestionably, The Queen of the standard banner — Keqing. Without getting into any specifics, Just her identity was enough to make many players want her on their teams. Not to mention that Keqing The five star DPS character, known for swift swordplay and versatile skills. She was highly functional and an excellent choice for exploration. Her popularity had even exceeded Taylor's high expectations.
However, the standard banner would not guarantee any rate up characters. Whether one could pull Keqing was purely a matter of RNG. Some people hazardously spent money just to get Keqing, and the amount of money players spent trying to get her refreshed every minute, to the point that Keqing Was jokingly referred to as "Kaching".
And just this morning, Taylor had released the new limited five star character banner.
[Farewell of Snezhnaya, Tartaglia [Childe] new wish available], the accompanying weapon banner included [skyward harp] and [memory of dust].
Once this character banner was revealed, it immediately sent shockwaves to write all of the players from Liyue! Their current progress in the storyline was genuinely around The retrieval of the Holy lyre in Mondstadt. Even the "pro" players were currently stuck challenging Dvalin.
If Taylor didn't know any better, it would seem that no one had officially initiated the Liyue story arc. However, this didn't hinder the players curiosity about this new character.
"Tartaglia… why do I feel like I've seen this person somewhere before?"
" I know this guy; he's an envoy from the national of Snezhnaya visiting Liyue!"
" judging by his appearance, He should be a DPS character, Right?"
" I don't know if he's strong or not, But if he is, I will pull for him!"
" Why don't we just check out the character trailer that Taylor released?"
I miss the anticipation of numerous players, Tartaglia's character trailer began to play.
[" the Fatui From Snezhnaya Are known to make ways wherever they go in Tayvat and Tartaglia is a driving force within them."]
[" Of the 11 Fatui Harbingers Tartaglia alone would prefer to faces enemies in one and one combat rather than lure them into a trap."]
[" "Childe" is known far and wide as a fearsome warrior, Well versed in a variety of fighting forms, he can switch stances at will."]
[" Tartaglia is weakest with a bow, so he chooses to use one precisely to overcome this weakness."]
" It seems like this guy named tatagleah is pretty strong; after all, he is still one of the Fatui Harbingers."
" it's not tatagleah; it's Tartaglia."
" he seems quite powerful, but I wonder how he'll be perform ingame?"
" Claymores are the strongest weapons; bows don't seem all that strong."
" Hydro element characters should be in pretty high demand for elemental reactions."
The voices of players discussing the new limited character filled the air. Meanwhile, In a private room, Tartaglia removed his Hood. Listening to the players discussions about him find himself feeling a little curious.
How are the owner of this mobile gaming café design his combat style?
[" when facing a strong foe, Tartaglia will reveal his true might."]
[" when he cast his elemental skill: foul legacy: raging tide" he's summons weaponry fashioned from pure hydro dealing hydro damage to surrounding enemies in the process and also switches to his Melee stance"]
[" in this Stance his normal attack now combos up to 6 consecutive hydro slashes."]
Seeing the footage of himself, Fluidly switching and wielding different weaponry against his enemies. Tartaglia had a small smile.
"Hmm, not a bad design at all. However, this is just one of the many combat styles I use."
" besides the elemental skill, There is also an elemental burst, I wonder if this girl would reveal some of my true abilities?"
Tartaglia subconsciously reached for his mask. That after all… was his true Trump card. The true form of his foul legacy transformation it wasn't As simple as what was shown in the mobile game -Just switching his weapon forms. It was a complete release of the power within his eyepatch, A massive amplification of his vision power, Even to the extent that altered his physical form to some degree.
' it seems that Taylor, Despite having some information about Me, doesn't fully understand me.'
In Tartaglia's view, this In game version of himself, Although well-designed in terms of movements, Only showed a very very small fraction of his true abilities.
[" depending on Tartaglia's stance, his elemental burst will unleash one of two different attacks."]
[" in ranged stance, Tartaglia swiftly fires a hydro imbued magic arrow ahead of him, which deals area of effect hydro damage and also applies the riptide status to enemies."]
[" in Melee stance, Tartaglia performs a slashing attack with a wide area of effect dealing substantial hydro damage to all surrounding enemies, and if the elemental burst hits an enemy affected by riptide, The riptide effect will be consumed in a hydro explosion."]
Seeing his elemental burst, Tartaglia couldn't help but give a smile. Although it was certainly a good move, He had felt that perhaps he had said his expectations too high, hoping that it would reveal some of his more potent abilities. His foul legacy transformation and the power of his cetacean We're not showcased in this mobile game. This made Tartaglia feel somewhat letdown.
(TN: for those who don't know the cetacean here Refers to the giant whale in his boss fight.)
However, since he had already become a limited character in the mobile game, Tartaglia naturally intended to pull for himself. Besides uncovering more information about his ingame character, he also planned to develop himself into the strongest DPS character. In the game and reality, he aim to be one who stood at the top!
However, before Tartaglia could start pulling for his character, The door to his private room was suddenly knocked.
" who is it?"
"[Childe], since you're here too, don't hide why don't we have a chat?"
Tartaglia's eyes blinked, he recognised that voice as Ningguang's, The Tianquan Of the Qixing.
Sure enough, Even though he concealed his Waites and appearance, He was still discovered by the Qixing's Surveillance. Since that was the case, Tragically had no reason to hide any longer. he walked right out, after all he had done no wrong yeah just come to experience the game as a player.
"Tianquan Ningguang, oh, and if it isn't the Yuheng, Keqing It's been too long."
Tragically greeted them both with a friendly smile. If someone didn't know any better, They might think that he was good friends with Ningguang and Keqing.
"It's quite lively right now, I didn't expect that in the Liyue update, The first five star Limited character would be you," Keqing said.
" hahaha, yeah, I wasn't expecting it either." Tartaglia appeared to be perfectly amiable, again, if one didn't know any better, You would think he and Ningguang and Keqing we're good friends who were catching up.
" the owner of this mobile game café even named my character banner 'farewell to Snezhnaya' I have to say it's surprisingly suits the occasion."
Ningguang smiled faintly and said, " well since [Childe] is also interested in his character banner, Why don't we make a little wager?"
"oh, Does lady Ningguang Want to make a bet with me? Well, that is nice. I wonder what the terms of the wager is."
" oh it's quite simple." a faint glint Shone in Ningguang's pupils. " if you can pull your endgame character to max constellations and obtain Your signature weapon within 30 million Mora, Then you win."
" if you win, i'll compensate you for every single Mora you spent."
" However, if you lose, you'll be bearing the cost of all that mora you spent."
" I wonder if [Childe] has the courage to accept this little Wager?"
===
Hearing Ningguang's Propose such a wager; Tartaglia's Face revealed a knowing expression. 30 million mora, when converted into in-game currency, meant you would have at least 300,000 primogems. To get any character to max constellation, One needed to use someone that character seven times. However, Tartaglia was aware of a certain piece of information That many hadn't realised: this Mobile game had a pity system! Even with the worst luck you would get a five star character at the 90th pull. Although it might not be the current limited character, The next five star would most definitely be the limited character. This is what was called soft pity and heart pity. (TN: to them that's what it means)
The Fatui Had paid considerable attention to this mobile game and naturally learned about this not widely spoken about rule of the character banners. They even conducted related statistics. Basically, the range to pull a max constellation character with the worst luck was between 630 and 1,260 pulls. In other words that would require a minimum of 100,800 Primogems and a maximum of 201,600 Primogems.
Tartaglia had firmly remembered this information because he had intended to pull himself to max constellation. Therefore, he needed to plan ahead. The so-called "signature weapon" should be the skyward harp On the weapon banner. There was no requirements for it's refinement rank, so obtaining one copy would suffice. Ningguang's Condition was 300,000 Primogems, Which believed would be more than enough.
However, for an average person, they would definitely hesitate to accept this wager because they were most likely unaware of the pity system. While 300,000 Primogems Was a considerable amount, When facing unknown probabilities, They would inevitably feel somewhat afraid. Childe On the other hand was different. He had the most detailed data analysis and knew the secrets of these banners.
Even for Tartaglia, 30 million Moro was by no means a small sum. Now that someone was offering to cover the cost, He was more than happy to accept.
Ningguang's audacious wager had already attracted the attention of many players in the vicinity. Many of them put on their phones and started focusing their gaze on Tartaglia. In the eyes of other Ning Wong was the rudest merchant in all of Liyue Harbour. How could she possibly enter into a losing bet? Surely should want to see Tartaglia suffer misfortune. After all torta was right, they were not aware of the banners pity system. They could only make subjective judgements, And they believe that Ningguang Would not make a disadvantageous move.
The Fatui harbinger named Tartaglia could easily refuse this wager. Although he might lose some respect by doing so, his opponent is after all Lady Ningguang, Admitting the fate would not be considered shameful.
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Yay, I have finally gotten back into the swing of it, hopefully I won't have that happen to me again anytime soon
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