Meet Rerir, the enigmatic new antagonist in Genshin Impact, whose presence in Nod-Krai is shrouded in mystery and lore. This character is deeply intertwined with Khaenri’ah and the Cataclysm that occurred 500 years ago in the game. If you’re curious about Rerir’s backstory and significance, you’re in the right place. Here’s everything you need to know about Rerir in Genshin Impact.
Who is Rerir in Genshin Impact?
Rerir is recognized as one of the Five Sinners of Khaenri’ah and leads The Wild Hunt. If you’re not familiar with the Five Sinners just yet, keep reading—I’ll explain. Known as the Rächer of Solnari, Rerir plays a pivotal role as the main antagonist in the Nod-Krai Archon quests. His first appearance came during the Genshin Impact Luna I Archon quest, where he is dubbed Blasphemy Against Death.
So, what leads a Sinner to appear now, and why does he seem so weakened? Columbina discloses that Rerir has long been fascinated by the moon. Legend has it he vanished shortly after the Cataclysm, with tales suggesting he fell into the moon’s reflection, a place of no return. Following his disappearance, events in Nod-Krai deteriorated significantly.
In fact, Rerir faced death after the Cataclysm, and today, only his “image” leads the Wild Hunt—not his true self. This projection is more dangerous and ferocious. His apparent mortality raises questions: If he’s meant to be immortal, how did he die? Let’s delve into that next.
Is Rerir Truly Dead in Genshin Impact?
No, Rerir is not truly dead. According to his actual self revealed during the Luna I Archon Quest, his physical form was shredded into countless fragments and cast into the chaos of time, yet he lives on.
This implies that his body is still operational, manifesting as the “image” faced by the Traveler. However, his consciousness has fragmented amidst the chaos, birthing a new persona. The Traveler’s intervention thwarted the Wild Hunt’s aim of fully resurrecting Rerir. As it stands, he currently possesses only ten percent of his original strength.
Who Are The Five Sinners in Genshin Impact?
The Five Sinners are notable figures in Khaenri’ah who dabbled with the Abyss, wielding its power under the Vinster King. Unfortunately, they succumbed to the Abyss’s corruption, sharing a mighty power that could potentially annihilate the world. It’s rumored that this power stemmed from the bodies of their siblings.
This involvement partly led Ronova to curse Khaenri’ah people with immortality during the Cataclysm. Ironically, these Sinners didn’t defend their homeland when it was in dire need despite being the architects of its tragedy.
The five Sinners recognized are:
- “The Wise” Hroptatyr
- “The Visionary” Vedrfolnir
- “Gold” Rhinedottir
- “Foul” Surtalogi
- “Rächer of Solnari” Rerir
Each Sinner supposedly shares a domain with different Genshin Impact Rulers. For instance, Rhinedottir shares the realm of life with Naberius, while Rerir shares the domain of death with Ronova. Vedrfolnir controls time alongside Istaroth, and Surtalogi governs void with Asmoday. Hroptatyr uniquely shares a domain with the Primordial.
That wraps up our exploration of Rerir in Genshin Impact. We’ll continue to update this post with any new revelations about this captivating character, so make sure to come back for the latest insights.
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