For the next period, it was "just an ordinary work routine," as Hokuto had said.
And indeed, after that day, Elysia really did get busy.
She had to spend a lot of time figuring out how to use the same voice to convey the feeling of the Herrscher of Corruption.
She also had to think about how to inject that emotion into the returning character of Elysia.
Even later on, when it came to designing the human Herrscher, Hokuto decided to take Elysia's suggestions into account.
Her workload increased drastically, leaving her feeling dizzy.
"No, no, this is way too busy all of a sudden."
"Didn't you tell me not to underestimate you? So this is too much for you?"
Hokuto remembered clearly. A few days ago, Elysia had confidently told him not to underestimate her.
Now, however…
"Believing that you can handle it and complaining that it's too much are not mutually exclusive. The difference is like Miss Faded Fairy and Miss Pink Elf—they can both exist at the same time."
"Master of metaphors" had started using her signature comparison again.
"…Elysia, you really need to learn how to use appropriate metaphors. I'd even be willing to help you find a few teachers."
Hokuto wasn't just saying this casually—he was already mentally listing candidates in his head:
Li Sushang, Little Sentience, Kiana…
"I don't need that! My metaphors are always appropriate! It's just that you didn't put your heart into understanding them."
Elysia firmly rejected it. She was always very confident in her metaphor abilities.
"Really?" Hokuto raised an eyebrow.
"Mhm."
Elysia playfully hummed and waved her hand, not wanting to discuss it with Hokuto anymore.
Then, she turned her gaze away and looked around.
She just happened to spot Kalpas, already dressed in a white suit and walking towards them.
Her eyes instantly narrowed. Kalpas looked pretty cool in this outfit.
Though… it was quite the contrast to his usual image.
"I really don't know how you convinced Kalpas," she muttered.
"It's all because of your influence, Elysia. He only agreed because of you," Hokuto answered sincerely.
"My influence?" Elysia wasn't quite sure what he meant.
"Yeah, Kalpas agreed to it because of you…"
"Don't say unnecessary things!!"
Before Hokuto could finish his sentence, Kalpas, who had reached them, interrupted in a calm voice.
"What? What? Kalpas, why are you interrupting Hokuto?…"
Elysia quickly asked, "Hokuto, go on."
"I…"
Hokuto felt the intense gaze emanating from under Kalpas' mask.
After thinking for a moment, he cleared his throat and said with a dramatic tone:
"Ahem, it's just that… I really had to put in a lot of effort to convince Kalpas... It was really hard work."
"Ah? Just like that?"
"Mhm, just like that."
Hokuto nodded seriously.
Elysia: "…"
"It just feels off somewhere."
She supported her chin with her hand, wearing a thoughtful expression.
But before she could figure it out, Hokuto interrupted her thoughts.
"Since Kalpas is ready, the others should be almost done too."
"Hmm, look…"
Hokuto raised his hand and pointed into the distance.
Kevin, Su, Elysia, Pardofelis, Hua, and even the awkward Mobius, Griseo, and Kosma…
Everyone had arrived in full attire.
"Everyone's here."
Seeing this, Elysia let go of her lingering doubts and smiled, walking toward them.
...
The filming of the "To Elysia" MV was best left undetailed for now.
In any case, though there were a few hiccups, it went relatively smoothly overall.
The recording of both the event and main storyline proceeded in the same manner.
Time passed quietly.
Before anyone realized, the fun Summer Hero event had come to an end.
Speaking of which, when Hokuto first launched the Summer event in Honkai Impact 3rd…
There were many veteran players who posted in the forums saying things like…
"Hurry up and update the main storyline!"
MiHoYo is treating us like nothing (OP): As the title says, I hope MiHoYo doesn't ignore us, stop dragging their feet, and hurry up with the main storyline!
Cracked Skull (2nd Floor): Strongly agree! The thought of waiting so long for the main storyline makes these new events feel boring.
Heavenly Fire — Holy Judgment (3rd Floor): Main storyline! Main storyline! Hurry up and update the main storyline!!!
...
On the day of the Summer event update,
most players were in the mindset of: "A small event like this can't satisfy me, hurry up and give us the main storyline!"
But just a few days later…
"This event is actually pretty good!"
MiHoYo is treating us like nothing (OP): As the title says, this event is so cool~~ I hope MiHoYo does more like this in the future!
Cracked Skull (2nd Floor): Strongly agree! There's even a short film released alongside it. So satisfying!
Heavenly Fire — Holy Judgment (3rd Floor): Though I'm still very much looking forward to the main storyline, I have to admit this event is really well done.
For the beauty of this world, let's fight (4th Floor): Wait a minute… I think I've seen the same people posting on a different thread?
It's Otto's fault (5th Floor): 5th Floor, you're so honest, aren't you? Seeing it and not saying it? (dog head)
Boxed Meal Herrscher (6th Floor): Catching the admin on the front line. Also, the old man finally did more than just noodle around at one creative point! [Overall, everything's stuck together], it's really cool, Kevin fans tearing up.
Theresa's exclusive captain (7th Floor): I highly suspect 6th Floor is actually a Kevin hater.
...
After players got their hands on the event, they quickly switched to "true fragrance mode."
This event was really fun, and the rewards were unprecedentedly generous. The event storyline was filled with plenty of inside jokes.
For example, Su's "I'm actually really anxious and in pain inside," the coconut and Hua, the bait cans, a bunch of people learning the transformation moves…
And of course, Kevin's "Stuck together".
Hmm, about that last one.
Elysia had even told Hokuto that it was her favorite idea in the event's script.
In response, Hokuto laughed and said…
He planned to continue the event storyline, extending it into a few more Golden Courtyard-related events.
In fact, he already had a very interesting idea in mind.
One that could echo Kevin's "Stuck together."
At the time, Elysia was happy and said she was looking forward to it.
Little did she know, the person involved in Hokuto's idea… would be her.
In any case, the Summer event ended in this "fun" atmosphere.
Time moved on to the anniversary celebration day.
It was once again MiHoYo's super-durable livestream.
Many viewers had already been waiting in the official livestream room for a while.
After everyone's patient wait, the once pitch-black screen finally started to change.
The screen gradually brightened.
But this time, instead of immediately seeing the host like in previous official streams, they…
Were greeted by a certain opening style they were, in a sense, very familiar with.
The livestream began playing a short animation.
[Isn't this Miss Elf's opening style?]
[I almost thought I entered the wrong livestream room.]
[I quickly exited to check and realized I was right, then hurriedly came back.]
[To the one in front, please remove the camera from my house. .jpg]
Amid the players' chatter,
cheerful music began to play, and the animation slowly unfolded.
"Ah~~ Just put the camera here?"
Cartoon Elysia stretched out her hand to adjust the camera.
"How's this angle?"
She suddenly laughed lightly and then confidently said,
"No matter the angle, I look great, right?"
After saying this, Elysia took a few steps back, confirmed she was in frame, and waved at the camera.
"Hi~~ everyone~~ Welcome to Elysia's... cough cough, this time it's not Elysia's livestream room."
[Congratulations to Elysia for taking over MiHoYo (for real) (dog head)]
[Aimen~♪]
"This time it's Elysia's little makeup class~~"
"After all, what's coming up is a very, very, very important matter for Elysia, so I have to show up in the most perfect state."
Elysia said this with a sweet smile, speaking cheerfully.
"Of course, I know, I'm already cute as I am, but sometimes dressing up a little more is just the finishing touch~~"
Then, in the animation, Elysia seemed to work some magic. She waved her hand over the desk, and suddenly, many 'Hero' brand cosmetics appeared.
For instance,
Eden's lipstick, Snake-sis's pink eyebrow pencil (with a cute pink snake drawn on it), Su's health moisturizer, Kevin's refreshing ice serum…
[Hero-brand cosmetics? Is MiHoYo planning to expand their business?]
[The female captain says, as long as MiHoYo releases it, I'll buy it!!]
[I'm wondering if these cosmetics will be in the official surprise giveaway boxes? I'm a guy, I probably won't use them.]
[If you don't use them, send them to me, free shipping.]
[Wait, am I the only one who didn't get the official giveaway merch???]
One player, seeing the discussion in the livestream, couldn't help but ask:
Is he really the only one who didn't get the official giveaway?
This can't be true!!
Soon, many players replied to him.
[Yes, you're the only one (haha)]
[Actually, I didn't get it either. You guys not only grind but grind so fast. I'm truly 'grinding' my own defeat.]
[Can we blame us players? We should blame MiHoYo for releasing too few giveaway items! If MiHoYo added another billion, would anyone still miss the merch?]
[I'll make a small account and grind again. .jpg]
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