Are all 7 Archons alive?
As a passionate Genshin Impact gamer and content creator, I‘m here to provide the latest insights into one of the most common questions I get – are all 7 of the original Archons still ruling Teyvat today? After thorough analysis and research, the answer is no. Only 2 of the original Seven who emerged victorious from the Archon War are still alive and acting as Archons in present day – Venti and Zhongli.
Let‘s dive deeper into the history and current state of these godlike beings who rule the seven nations of Teyvat!
Archon Background
For fellow gamers who may be less familiar, Archons are gods who rule over one of the seven elements. They derive their authority and power from Celestia, the divine realm above Teyvat. Archons were originally chosen based on their strength – hence the cataclysmic Archon War they waged to determine the seven victors.
As the winners of this war for control 2,000 years ago, the Seven Archons have reigned since then as steady, godlike stewards of their lands. Or have they…?
The Original Seven Archons & The War
The original seven Archons at the end of this earth-shattering divine war were:
Venti – the Anemo Archon and God of Freedom who presides lightly over Mondstadt
Zhongli – the Geo Archon and God of Contracts, the oldest Archon who ruled strictly in Liyue
Baal/Beelzebul – the Electro Archon, twin gods who held dominion harshly in Inazuma until Baal perished and Beelzebul took over
God of the Woods – the mysterious Dendro Archon before Nahida who ruled reclusively
Water Lord? – the Hydro Archon shrouded in obscurity…
Murata – the Pyro Archon whose fiery temper perhaps contributed to her disappearance
The Tsaritsa – the unstable but strong Cryo Archon, the youngest of the original Seven
With the conclusion of this violent Archon War for supremacy 2,000 years ago, only these Seven victorious gods remained to rule Teyvat in an era of tentative stability from Celestia. Or so it seemed…
Over millennia, only Venti and Zhongli remain in power from this original pantheon. What happened to the others? Why have some Archons needed to be replaced multiple times, while these two have endured undisputed for 2,000 years? What does this mean for Teyvat‘s future? Read on for more details on this evolving landscape of ethereal power!
The Current Seven Archons
Currently in Year 2023, the roster of ruling Seven Archons in Teyvat stands as:
Venti – the same carefree Anemo god who outfoxed his rivals in the War
Zhongli – Liyue‘s immortal pillar of order and contracts
Raiden Shogun – Beelzebul‘s imposing puppet stands in for the Electro Archon
Nahida – the newly appointed Dendro Archon, youngest of The Seven
Who…? – no clues on the Hydro Archon‘s identity
Who…again? – same mystery for Pyro Archon post cataclysm
Tsaritsa – the once-friendly Cryo ruler, now coldhearted overlord in a shadowy scheme for power
Quite the shakeup since the original roster! With five new Archons over 2,000 years, only the everlasting friendship between Venti and Zhongli persists.
Why have the Electro, Dendro and Cryo Archons changed hands so many times while these two remain? What fate befell the Pyro and Hydro Archons? Can Nahida withstand the tests of time? I‘ll explore each unique Archon‘s past and future in the sections below.
Archon Profiles & Analysis
Having covered the previous original Seven and current lineup of Archons, let‘s dive deeper into the history, powers, personalities and speculation around both remaining steady monoliths of Venti and Zhongli as well as the transient cast who have come and gone: Baal, Beelzebul, previous Dendro/Hydro/Pyro Archons, along with the mysterious yet ambitious Tsaritsa.
Venti, the Puckish God of Freedom
History Shows This Breezy Jester Endures
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Zhongli, the Towering Pillar of Liyue Contracts
Remains an Unmoving Mountain over Millenia
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Baal & Beelzebul, Inazuma‘s Divine Despots
Electro Archon Power Struggle Ends in Death
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Forgotten Dendro Archons, Erased By Time
What Fate Befell the Successors Till Nahida?
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Missing Hydro & Pyro Archons, Lost to Cataclysm?
Scouring the Ashes for Clues to Their Fates
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The Tsaritsa
From Friend to Frozen Foe
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I‘ll provide detailed profiles on each Archon including history, abilities, governing approach, changes over time, and analysis on why some perish quickly while others like Venti and Zhongli have unmatched enduring power over long eras. Glean new insights into the psyches and fates of these elemental elite!
Conjecture on the Road Ahead
Given the turbulence amongst Archons in the past, what does the future hold for Teyvat‘s ruling pantheon?
I speculate based on hints that:
- Hydro and Pyro Archons from 500 years ago may still reemerge
- Tsaritsa‘s secret plan may upend the old order
- Will Nahida withstand tests of time?
- Venti and Zhongli likely to continue steadfast legacies
Stay tuned here as I‘ll continue analyzing leaks, lore and future updates to share the latest with fellow fans on emerging Archon twists!
In closing, only Venti and Zhongli remain alive as original victors of the Archon War to govern Mondstadt and Liyue respectively over 2 millennia straight of history. Their perseverance marks them as unique even among divine peers.
What fate befalls the other fleeting Archons who vanish to be rapidly replaced over eras? How much longer can the flighty drunken bard Venti and taciturn funeral director Zhongli maintain their roles amidst plotting rivals like the Tsaritsa?
Journey with me, a passionate fan immersed in Teyvat‘s lore and leaks, to unravel ongoing mysteries of elemental gods and unfolding events! What will the next chapter of this war among otherworldly immortals bring? Stay tuned here to find out!
