Overview
- Official artwork for Xiangling’s new Lantern Rite outfit raises eyebrows as fans notice she is missing an eyelash.
- Version 5.3 of Genshin Impact is set to be one of the game’s most expansive updates.
- Players can expect to unlock Xiangling’s new skin for free during the Lantern Rite event by completing specific tasks.
Recently, a dedicated Genshin Impact fan drew attention to an intriguing flaw in the newly released official promotional art featuring the beloved Pyro character, Xiangling. The game’s marketing frequently showcases various characters through stunning artwork, especially in anticipation of updates.
Fan Discovers Quirky Flaw in Xiangling’s Official Art
The recent Special Program for Version 5.3 has created significant excitement among players, signaling the arrival of major new content. This update not only includes the introduction of a new Archon but also marks the highly anticipated return of the Lantern Rite Festival. Amidst this revelry, an unusual oversight in the official art has captured the community’s attention.
My friend pointed out Xiangling’s missing right eyelash in this official art and now I can’t un-see it…. by u/Krimsel in Genshin_Impact
A Reddit user, known as Krimsel, recently sparked a lively discussion by highlighting that Xiangling appears to be missing an eyelash in her latest artwork. This observation quickly gained traction within the community, leading to a flurry of playful criticisms towards Krimsel, who humorously lamented that they could no longer overlook this peculiar detail. Interestingly, while theories about a potential design flaw abound, other promotional materials for Xiangling show no such discrepancy in her eye design.
Comments have suggested that this might be a result of a layering mistake during the animation process, potentially linked to the artists using Xiangling’s original model as a foundation. Despite the oversight, many fans expressed indifference, stating they would be perfectly fine if this quirk remained part of Xiangling’s new skin. The recent Special Program has confirmed players can earn this skin for free during the upcoming Version 5.3.
To acquire this skin, players will need to participate in several limited-time activities that will reward them with the outfit. Genshin Impact has consistently focused on releasing cosmetics during its major annual events, specifically the Summer event and the Lantern Rite Festival, which has kept the community engaged and eagerly awaiting new additions.
Xiangling won’t be the sole character to receive a new outfit in this update. HoYoverse also announced that Hu Tao, another Pyro character, will have a new costume, which will be available exclusively through the in-game shop. It is expected that Hu Tao’s skin will be launched at a promotional price for the duration of Version 5.3, aligning with the studio’s historical approach to cosmetic releases.