Zhongli’s Grand Deception Falls Short as Fellow Archon Sees Through the Ruse

The intricate web of relationships between Genshin Impact’s Archons continues to reveal new layers of complexity, particularly regarding Zhongli’s elaborate plan to fake his own death. A fascinating discovery by a player has shed new light on the dynamic between the Geo Archon and the Electro Archon, Raiden Shogun.

Zhongli, also known as Morax, orchestrated his apparent demise as part of a calculated strategy to allow Liyue to become self-governing while he pursued a quieter life among mortals. While this deception successfully fooled most of Teyvat’s inhabitants, it appears the Electro Archon wasn’t among them.

Initially, Zhongli believed the news of his “death” would intensify Raiden Shogun’s fixation with eternity. However, her voice line about Morax reveals she saw through his scheme entirely. The Electro Archon not only knows about his staged exit but also hints that his story isn’t finished, despite his attempts to step away from his duties.

This revelation is particularly significant given both Archons’ status as two of Teyvat’s most formidable entities. While the game’s lore suggests these powerful beings have encountered each other before, players have yet to witness any direct interaction between them in-game.

The connection between these Archons may become more relevant as the game’s story progresses, especially concerning the mysterious events surrounding Khaenri’ah’s destruction. With HoYoverse’s confirmation of an upcoming Khaenri’ah main quest, both Zhongli and Raiden Shogun could play crucial roles in unraveling this chapter of Teyvat’s history. In the more immediate future, players can look forward to seeing Zhongli during the upcoming Lantern Rite event.