I LOVE AND HATE GENSHIN (RANT)

TUE.10.21.2025

    I am reluctant to admit that I, Dakota Iamnottellingyoumylastname, am a Genshin Impact fan. Boo me all you want, but c'mon, they have sexy (vaguely) alt dudes, how could I resist?! Genshin re-piqued my interest nearing the release of Nod-Krai, and most of all, my one and only, FLINS.

     Anyways, I have spent 2 months rekindling my love for the game and uh... I think I have been loving this game too much, like... AR 50 in 2 months, kind of loving. Which is crazy, since this year might be one of the most important in my academic journey. And here I am sitting on my ass playing this stupid game. 

    I am scared. And so fucked. 

    Moreover, the reason I stopped playing in the first place has caught me in it's wiles again, GAMBLING. I think Genshin's monetization tactics are as cheap and scummy as the next guy. But god damn does it have me hooked on it like heroin. I spent hours grinding for Flins, and I was so annoyed when I ran out of crystals even though I got him. So, like an idiot, I dedicated more time to retrieve enough to do another ten-pull, just to lose it to Qiqi (very sad). The whole cycle of gacha games is so fucking annoying. But god, I can't get enough.

    On the contrary, my beautiful boy Flins has been leveled to 90! Yippiee! So I am very excited to crown my king, haha. He's so amazing, he one-shots everything that moves. Moreover, I am preparing to level 80 my Ororon. He's my second favorite, with my 3rd being Albedo (the OG). 

    SPEAKING OF ALBEDO- Sorry, side tangent. I really wish there was a banner for him coming up since he's in the story. I had him in my long-lost old account, and I desperately want him back. Sigh... if only... And because of Durin's upcoming release, I definitely want him because duh, 75% DMG boost when they're together- Hello?! That's a DMG goldmine!!!

    As mentioned, Durin is coming out soon. That I am extremely excited for. And it's great because I have the chance to get a guaranteed Durin! I am considering pulling his weapon as well, since it has even more party-wide buffs (allegedly). And even if he turns out to be shit, I still want him because he's adorable and ooh pretty sword!!

    This was just a fun rant about my experiences so far with the game. Maybe one day I will write a review of the game! Although that will be a long while since the game isn't finished until a long while, if ever. I forgot, I must retreat to my slumber soon! I cannot keep staying up. It is bad for me... Anyway, hope anyone who reads this has a wonderful day! And if I don't see ya', good afternoon, good evening, and goodnight!

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