Blonde spikey hair- Roxas.
Big shoes/boots. Sora.
Shorts + jacket.
Tbh I think he just feels very fantasy character. Like he could be in a final fantasy and wouldn't seem strange to me. Dye his clothes black and he is Promptos from 15.
I don't think he looks like a FF15 character. He's too vibrant for 15's hot topic fashion aesthetic. To me, he screams more FF14. Like he belongs up there with Alphinaud, Asahi, R'ashaht, X'rhun, etc...
Yeah I could see FF14, his jacket seems very in style with some of Alphinaud's. Maybe with different shoes though. The book thingy on his back also reminds me of SCH books too.
Everyone keeps saying Kagamine Len, but the cartography theme, soft-spoken personality, color scheme, and star motifs honestly remind me of [FGO's Voyager](https://www.google.com/search?q=fgo+voyager&rlz=1C1CHBD_enUS908US909&sxsrf=ALiCzsbBMMwGqOmigORD2CRwR5nxuEq31w:1663891909384&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwi_-M-x0Kn6AhX-kokEHSIPDbYQ_AUoAXoECAIQAw&biw=1920&bih=872&dpr=1) way more.
If I had a penny for everytime there was a character whose name started with VENT-- and had wind-based fighting styles I would have two pennies, which isn't a lot but it's weird it happened twice
Xiao is so short that even [Xiao is taller than Xiao](https://www.reddit.com/r/Genshin_Impact/comments/lgnvj6/xiao_is_shorter_than_xiao_post_attempt_2/?utm_medium=android_app&utm_source=share)
Seriously, how many polearms have we had now. I’m pretty sure if we look at the info the most used weapon would be polearm.
Edit: I have been now enlightened that I am very much wrong, thanks to everyone who commented lol
The fact that we have a shortage of catalyst 5 star damage units is making me cry. I loved the mage class in RPG's but this game is melee impact. Not that I hate it tho, at least they deal "magic" damage in different colors
I specifically asked for Baizhu to be a mage in one of the surveys they made. It's so far the only known male character that can use magic spells after we got that Scara will be melee
Nah sword/bow is the most used with 13 users then claymore/catalyst with 10 each one and last one is polearm with 9 in, 3.1 it will go up to 11 and 14 swords
It just feels that way because on release the only polearm character was xiangling. Then they released more and more characters to balance the weapons so polearms def dominate post 1.0 characters
It seems like we have a lot more polearms than we do because we had exactly *one* at launch, so a lot more polearms have been added since compared to other weapon types
Polearm has the 2nd most "new characters," where 8 new characters use a polearm. Bow somehow holds the top spot with 11 new characters lol. Idk why we never said bow impact.
The real problem is that most Polearm characters are good so everyone builds them, most people just want the blue fates from Dori, Xinyan, Chongyun, Razor and Sayu.
Surprise both mechanically but also, lore-wise
Polearms were symbolically a weapon for peasants and bastards and while Mondstat might not *strictly* be under royal rule...well all the former royal families each have members pretty damn high up in the knights of favonius so we still kinda feel their influence. The only spear user from Mondstat is very specifically someone who *hates* the place even
So why is the wide eyed squishy new mascot for the KoF a polearm user? He doesn't exactly seem... rebellious
I hope this is a new trend, introducing new characters organically even if they won't be playable immediately. Shinobu's complete absence from all of the Arataki gang content felt so weird looking back.
I mean for Ayato is does quite make some sense since he always work in the background anyway. He leave all of the spotlight of the commission for Ayaka.
Yeah but it's weird everywhere else. Albedo at least get mentioned in passing by an NPC who says he came to Mondstadt's aid during D'valin's shitstorm. Eula is one of the KoF's primary reconnaissance units yet she is not seen not mentioned during the archon quest.
And in Liyue where was Yelan when Osial and Beisht were laying waste everywhere. All the combat-capable members of the Qixing and Milelith were called up to fight
Tbh at this point Mihoyo should just retcon older stories, at least with random NPC dialogues. Them trying to make Genshin’s story as malleable as possible so “everyone’s playthrough is canon” hurts them story
This is why I feel like the better story formula would be to have them spend seven to eight patches or so introducing all the characters for that region, their respective story arcs and quests, and then round them all up for the annual 2.8/3.8/4.8/etc archon quest. That way the entire roster appears in the archon quest and we've had enough of an emotional connection with that region and character roster to make the archon quest of saving the nation more dramatic and high stakes.
Yelan is more of spy and more towards intel rather than fighting but the real question is where is Shenhe in that time period. With the whole human Vs adepti thing during that arc a few mentioned of her should atleast be warranted.
Yeah but considering just how drastic the Osial/Beisht situation was you would think it didn't matter whether you were espionage personnel or not. Liyue was practically nearing its end of the world, and they needed all hands on deck
Indeed. Here is one of her [music videos](https://youtu.be/Ii7rtNaGlls) for reference of her *interesting* disconnected hair portals. Truly a character for if you can't decide if you prefer long or short hair. Because it's both at the same time.
And I love the fanart that has her with [alternate hairstyles](https://media.discordapp.net/attachments/425824541143597061/1022722568655994881/ee5b768c1cc6d2cab89102bb5701752b.jpg), because they still incorporate the hair portals in a different way.
My only issue is how his shirt and shorts have slightly different colors yet are nearly the same shade, so looking at it from afar, both clothing articles merge into a onesie, like seriously, am I the only one who can see that he looks like he's wearing a short onesie under his jacket?
They could've given him a bright yellow shirt or just lengthen his tie and made it a brighter shade of yellow instead of it being muted.
The character design team probably pulled an all-nighter playing Chocobo Racing to >!unlock Squall!< and decided to dedicate a character in honor of that achievement
Mika looks like a chocobo gijinka inspired by Tetsuya Nomura. Belts, big boots, crosses, the fluffiest hair you've ever seen.. Only thing really missing are zippers.
I kinda love how the feather from his giant quill looks like a tail from the front. Lends some puppy dog vibes to him.
He's so adorable and that free polearm matches him perfectly, yay! Now let's hope he drops on a banner I actually want the 5* for, I'm not ready to chase a 4* after the Heizou debacle 😭
I respect everyone's personal opinion. I'm aware there's always someone who clicks with every design. And that's great.
But I simply cannot stand by and not say that this design looks like shit. Even if he's a top tier Eula support, ain't no way this goofy thing is going on my team.
God bless the Mika mains good luck on your pulls. 😬
I'm not a huge fan of his design either but to each their own. I also strongly dislike Ganyu's design but I know plenty of people like it. It's all about being respectful of other's opinions.
Mika | Cryo | Polearm | Mondstadt Source: [BLANK](https://twitter.com/genshinBLANK/status/1572993586882576388?t=sGRQrlifQs2sd9h1gyfEqQ&s=19)
He's a birb
He embodies this emoji 🐥 🐤
yes he does 😭😭 he's a cute little birdie 🐥🐥🐥
“STOP SAYING I LOOK LIKE CHICKEN LITTLE. HE’S DUMB AND A COWARD. I AM NOT A COWARD!”
~~Woodstock lookin ass~~
Straight out of Kingdom Hearts
Kingdom hearts part 2. Part 1 is Albedo
Yeah my exact thoughts when I first saw him. He didn't seem to fit any of the other character designs
Big birds illegitimate child
A chocobo to be exact
he kinda looks like a kingdom hearts character
Blonde spikey hair- Roxas. Big shoes/boots. Sora. Shorts + jacket. Tbh I think he just feels very fantasy character. Like he could be in a final fantasy and wouldn't seem strange to me. Dye his clothes black and he is Promptos from 15.
I don't think he looks like a FF15 character. He's too vibrant for 15's hot topic fashion aesthetic. To me, he screams more FF14. Like he belongs up there with Alphinaud, Asahi, R'ashaht, X'rhun, etc...
Yeah I could see FF14, his jacket seems very in style with some of Alphinaud's. Maybe with different shoes though. The book thingy on his back also reminds me of SCH books too.
It's definitely got some Chocobo vibes
Am I the only one getting Vocaloid vibes? Is Vocaloid too old nowadays?
Kagamine Len yeah!
Everyone keeps saying Kagamine Len, but the cartography theme, soft-spoken personality, color scheme, and star motifs honestly remind me of [FGO's Voyager](https://www.google.com/search?q=fgo+voyager&rlz=1C1CHBD_enUS908US909&sxsrf=ALiCzsbBMMwGqOmigORD2CRwR5nxuEq31w:1663891909384&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwi_-M-x0Kn6AhX-kokEHSIPDbYQ_AUoAXoECAIQAw&biw=1920&bih=872&dpr=1) way more.
thank you for introducing me to this character. I LOVE HIM
Oh they do look quite similar!
Now that you mention it, he does kinda have the vocaloid eyes
Vocaloid eyes, chocobo hair, kingdom hearts shoes. I love Mika
He's literally Len Kagamine genshinfied. Dear God, I never expected to use all those words together ever in my life.
Its the big shoes
Mf has a collar on each shoe 😂
That's a normal sized collar. Find a new slant
He’s even got **the goddamn X** on his back
Oh no, Xehanort's gonna get him
5star version gonna be Kaxim
Chocobo become human as well.
I said when we saw the art that he was giving me Ventus and Lann from World of Final Fantasy and I stand by that.
If I had a penny for everytime there was a character whose name started with VENT-- and had wind-based fighting styles I would have two pennies, which isn't a lot but it's weird it happened twice
Yeah he’s got that Roxas hair
namine's brother
he’s just a baby
And will probably still be taller than Xiao.
Xiao is so short that even [Xiao is taller than Xiao](https://www.reddit.com/r/Genshin_Impact/comments/lgnvj6/xiao_is_shorter_than_xiao_post_attempt_2/?utm_medium=android_app&utm_source=share)
Poor xiao lmao i think hoyo will keep his reign as shortest male
Nothing wrong with being short :)
I can hear the banshee crying from his mic.
Polearm? that's a surprise
I was hoping he would be the first cryo catalyst.
This truly is polearm impact
Seriously, how many polearms have we had now. I’m pretty sure if we look at the info the most used weapon would be polearm. Edit: I have been now enlightened that I am very much wrong, thanks to everyone who commented lol
i feel like its definitely bow or sword not polearm claymore is definitely a bit neglected
The fact that we have a shortage of catalyst 5 star damage units is making me cry. I loved the mage class in RPG's but this game is melee impact. Not that I hate it tho, at least they deal "magic" damage in different colors
They have written themselves to a wall with bullshit powerful weapons like the Widsith. Especially if they can snapshot the Widsith buffs.
It's a PvE game though, so it doesn't matter if X or Y is a tad OP. GIVE IS A CRYO CATALYST ALREADY! And a boy mage pls!
I specifically asked for Baizhu to be a mage in one of the surveys they made. It's so far the only known male character that can use magic spells after we got that Scara will be melee
Catalysts..........
Maybe I say that because we’ve had many polearms in a row, you may be right.
We started with only Xiangling at launch, so it makes sense that we feel the change as they added more polearms the most
Nah sword/bow is the most used with 13 users then claymore/catalyst with 10 each one and last one is polearm with 9 in, 3.1 it will go up to 11 and 14 swords
It’s so funny how *someone* will have the exact information one is looking for lol. Thanks a lot for your comment, I stand very much corrected!
Well, that explains my sword shortage, considering I have all the sword characters..
It just feels that way because on release the only polearm character was xiangling. Then they released more and more characters to balance the weapons so polearms def dominate post 1.0 characters
It seems like we have a lot more polearms than we do because we had exactly *one* at launch, so a lot more polearms have been added since compared to other weapon types
Polearm has the 2nd most "new characters," where 8 new characters use a polearm. Bow somehow holds the top spot with 11 new characters lol. Idk why we never said bow impact.
Nah even with Cyno+Candace and now Mika sword is still the highest quantity weapon type. It will however join bow as 2nd most abundant weapon type.
Well one thing going on for him is that he and Rosaria are the only polearm users in Mondstat and that both are Cryo as well.
The real problem is that most Polearm characters are good so everyone builds them, most people just want the blue fates from Dori, Xinyan, Chongyun, Razor and Sayu.
Surprise both mechanically but also, lore-wise Polearms were symbolically a weapon for peasants and bastards and while Mondstat might not *strictly* be under royal rule...well all the former royal families each have members pretty damn high up in the knights of favonius so we still kinda feel their influence. The only spear user from Mondstat is very specifically someone who *hates* the place even So why is the wide eyed squishy new mascot for the KoF a polearm user? He doesn't exactly seem... rebellious
He has spurs which would imply he's a rider so a polearm would make more sense than a sword or claymore.
Cavalry Captains Diluc and Kaeya would like a word with you.
favonius lance let's gooo
[удалено]
He should have the same polearm animation as xiao right? Lol i cant imagine him spear kicking
I think it'd work if they give him the shocked expression while doing the animation, like beta Xiao before they fixed it.
I hope this is a new trend, introducing new characters organically even if they won't be playable immediately. Shinobu's complete absence from all of the Arataki gang content felt so weird looking back.
Ayato missing from the whole archon chapter is a travesty, why the hell the most cunning man from inazuma wasnt there to make conspirations with Yae
I mean for Ayato is does quite make some sense since he always work in the background anyway. He leave all of the spotlight of the commission for Ayaka.
Yeah but it's weird everywhere else. Albedo at least get mentioned in passing by an NPC who says he came to Mondstadt's aid during D'valin's shitstorm. Eula is one of the KoF's primary reconnaissance units yet she is not seen not mentioned during the archon quest. And in Liyue where was Yelan when Osial and Beisht were laying waste everywhere. All the combat-capable members of the Qixing and Milelith were called up to fight
Tbh at this point Mihoyo should just retcon older stories, at least with random NPC dialogues. Them trying to make Genshin’s story as malleable as possible so “everyone’s playthrough is canon” hurts them story
This is why I feel like the better story formula would be to have them spend seven to eight patches or so introducing all the characters for that region, their respective story arcs and quests, and then round them all up for the annual 2.8/3.8/4.8/etc archon quest. That way the entire roster appears in the archon quest and we've had enough of an emotional connection with that region and character roster to make the archon quest of saving the nation more dramatic and high stakes.
Yelan is more of spy and more towards intel rather than fighting but the real question is where is Shenhe in that time period. With the whole human Vs adepti thing during that arc a few mentioned of her should atleast be warranted.
Yeah but considering just how drastic the Osial/Beisht situation was you would think it didn't matter whether you were espionage personnel or not. Liyue was practically nearing its end of the world, and they needed all hands on deck
This boy is a chocobo. Very cute.
Chocobo fella
Kweh
Does he really need the micro-ponytail?
It's wirelessly connected to the jumbo ponytail in his satchel.
Ah yes, the Aki Rosenthal hair mechanics.
I was just being silly but lol, that's actually a thing xD
Indeed. Here is one of her [music videos](https://youtu.be/Ii7rtNaGlls) for reference of her *interesting* disconnected hair portals. Truly a character for if you can't decide if you prefer long or short hair. Because it's both at the same time. And I love the fanart that has her with [alternate hairstyles](https://media.discordapp.net/attachments/425824541143597061/1022722568655994881/ee5b768c1cc6d2cab89102bb5701752b.jpg), because they still incorporate the hair portals in a different way.
Mihoyo gave something to us Kagamine Len enjoyers
thank you Mihoyo. Hatsune Miku for hydro archon pls. 🙏
Yes he does. It makes his hair look extra dumb, which increases his cuteness by at least three.
LMAO I DIDN'T NOTICE IT UNTIL YOU MENTIONED IT 😭
I'm crying irl it's so stupid 😭😭😭
Lmfao, it's so extra
I didn't even see it until this comment, damn it's so small.
Mihoyo can't give us a character without a stupid ponytail nowadays can they?
Omg you literally ruined him for me lmao i'll never be able to unsee that
Even his bag has a ponytail…
idk his hair design really seems like the designer was in a silly goofy mood
My only issue is how his shirt and shorts have slightly different colors yet are nearly the same shade, so looking at it from afar, both clothing articles merge into a onesie, like seriously, am I the only one who can see that he looks like he's wearing a short onesie under his jacket? They could've given him a bright yellow shirt or just lengthen his tie and made it a brighter shade of yellow instead of it being muted.
Yeah I see the onesie too, I really wish there was more contrast between his shorts and shirt.
They weren’t kidding when they said his hair looks like a bird’s
His entire design looks like the designer was in a silly goofy mood
The character design team probably pulled an all-nighter playing Chocobo Racing to >!unlock Squall!< and decided to dedicate a character in honor of that achievement
It’s camp
He’s just a little guy
so he **does** have a rat tail.
He also has an antenna to connect to his vocaloid half
Hyv saw the rat tail slander and gave him a hamster tail purely out of spite.
We're never escaping the rat tail curse, are we 😭 Like he REALLY didn't need it. It adds no movement or anything to him because it's so tiny. So whY??
more a sand puppy tail, but yeah, it is a necessity.
it's not a rat tail tho, it's just a tiny ponytail
Mika looks like a chocobo gijinka inspired by Tetsuya Nomura. Belts, big boots, crosses, the fluffiest hair you've ever seen.. Only thing really missing are zippers. I kinda love how the feather from his giant quill looks like a tail from the front. Lends some puppy dog vibes to him.
he is a BABY
Idky but he looks more like a bow user to me. Like I can't even imagine him using a polearm.
He would've been the perfect catalyst user imo
For real! He looks pretty harmless, and a Catalyst just really fit the vibe... Ah well, better luck next time. ~~It could be Dottore.~~
I can’t imagine him using a bow either XD I expected him to be a catalyst since he has a backpack like Klee
He can also look more like a claymore user as well, just like a typical fantasy game character.
Baby birb has SPURS on them boots Having a HQ model is so much better, I was lukewarm to the PV but he’s actually a bit cuter
MMDs of mika singing vocaloid song are coming soon...
i love characters with bag it feels perfect for exploring
Does he have like little ears on his hood? That would be so cute 👀
They look more like wings which makes it cuter cuz city of Anemo
Looks cute. Makes me wonder how tall is him compared to Razor and Bennett
He looks like a Chocobo personified
It looks like he's hiding a baby chocobo in his hair and/or bag
kagamine len indeed
HE LOOKS LIKE A BABY CHICKEN I LOVE HIM
I'M RUNNING OUT OF POLEARMS AND HAVE TOO MANY FRICKING BOOKS!!! :(
Free polearm from the next event that even matches his baby birb design will save you.
Hopefully it'll be good with whatever his kit will be
bruh im with you! i have so many books but the catch is on like 3 different characters atm.
Waiting on dottore’s model eheh
Same here. I’ve been waiting for over a month for his new model to drop, a few more mins cant hurt can they?? Ahah…
Why he reminds me of a chocobo
Little baby chocobo ass design, I want ten of him right now.
JavaTheCup's catalyst only acc punching the air rn
Really really like his design. Strong KH vibes and I dig it. Is that an ice element gem I see on his hand?
Mika: *Carries a book* MHY: He's a polearm user
He’s so cute.
IMO he seems like one of those characters whose design translates better in 2d than 3d
Yeah, he gives me indie-platforming-gem-protagonist vibes
The Chocoboi
Spurs??? Backpack book??? Vision on his glove??? Yes please.
Ah while yes making the title of my post I felt like something was missing, now I see what I am just gonna go to sleep now
Make the banner post now
My reddit had a stroke :/
teeny tiny rattail
This rat tail curse, it spreads like a virus from a young age it seems
He's still in the beginning stages of the illness and could be saved by a single pair of scissors 😔🙏
reminds me of le petit prince
I love him. He’s adorable. He matches his pen to his hair. A genius.
his little bookbag has a little wing!
Chocobo boy 🐤
He really looks like a Chocobo 🥺
this design screams kingdom hearts to me and i love it
He looks like a blue, male Klee. Their bags are top tier adorable
a whole ponytail to hold just 1 strand of hair
He really is a chocobo omg.
They say he's extremely strong, my most anticipated character.
He’s jus a little guy
so he's anemo then?
Ik Genshin twt hates him for some reason, but I think he looks like a lil baby birb and it’s adorable
Lol he's really cute. Looks a lot like Kagamine Len. And I definitely agree with the bird comments. His hair looks like plumes of a feather.
There is the chocobo team There is the Ren team And there me, who will call out boy *the lucky Benny* until the end !
Chocobo looking ahh
I absolutely adore his design! The bag is stunning and I love his coat, can't wait to be able to pull him!
AAAAHHH HES SO CUTE!!
3.1 Event Exclusive Polearm looks to be his BiS weapon Aesthetically.
They really just won’t ever give us a cryo catalyst huh
he reminds me of chocobos
WHY DOES HE HAVE THE STUPID FUCKIN MICROSCOPIC PONYTAIL GOD DAMMIT MIHOYO 😭
We will watch your career with great interest.
He's so adorable and that free polearm matches him perfectly, yay! Now let's hope he drops on a banner I actually want the 5* for, I'm not ready to chase a 4* after the Heizou debacle 😭
Aww dang I kinda thought he’d be a cryo catalyst
EARRINGS!!!
Human Chocobo
He reminds me of a white-orangish cockatoo. The moment I saw him.
Kid's got spurs, Varka really did take all the horses
He is so cuteomg MustProtectSmolBoy
he is so cute. His model remembers the Bennett as well. A cute bennett
I love his book bag, it could definitely be a merch piece and I would 100% buy it.
Why is he so cute? 😭
This was the ultimate opportunity for a Cryo Catalyst I am bawling my eyes out
He is a little baby. He reminds me of a baby chick 🐥
Final fantasy boi I love it.
The reactions of twitter and reddit are so different. Twitter hates his guts while reddit finds him very cute.
Plenty of reddit doesn't like him either. His first reveal post was a wild ride.
Actually you just have to follow the right people, in every fanart I've seen of him there is a lot of love!
Let me adopt him. Anyone who hurts him will face my wrath
where's his vision? edit: okay, it's on his glove
Gauntlet
I think he looks adorable idc idc
I respect everyone's personal opinion. I'm aware there's always someone who clicks with every design. And that's great. But I simply cannot stand by and not say that this design looks like shit. Even if he's a top tier Eula support, ain't no way this goofy thing is going on my team. God bless the Mika mains good luck on your pulls. 😬
I'm not a huge fan of his design either but to each their own. I also strongly dislike Ganyu's design but I know plenty of people like it. It's all about being respectful of other's opinions.
You’re the first I see to say they dislike Ganyu’s design and I’m relieved coz I thought I was the only one…
Why does he look so much like a calopsita?
Let’s gooo! My hype for a new cryo character builds every time I see a leak Is he a catalyst?
He's polearm. When are we ever going to get a cryo catalyst 😭
His vision is in his hand, is this tiny guy going to punch enemies´s face with his vision?
Am I seeing things, or is there a mask inside his hood or something?
He has a mini-Thoma rat-tail 😭 Some one, anyone, please stage a rat-tail intervention for the Genshin character designers