Few could have expected the pull that Genshin Impact would have on games in 2020. While it is free-to-play, it boasts stellar open-world gameplay and a story that anyone can enjoy. With characters that can be acquired via ‘wishes,’ fans of Genshin Impact have begun hunting for those most coveted characters in the roster.
One of the most sought after characters so far has been Diluc. He is lauded for his excellent design and his unmatched Pyro abilities. Diluc has a five-star rating. This means that only the luckiest players can snag him in wishes. This legendary pull has become the subject of memes from those who grabbed him, and others still burned by bad luck.
10 It’s Not About Him
For every Diluc fan, there is a Kaeya hater. As one of the weakest controllable characters in the game, players of the popular gacha game see this Kaeya as disposable. Users like tidalcurrent took to the internet to share how they think Kaeya would handle being second fiddle.
Kaeya is just trying to show himself some appreciation with a great social media post. Jean just has to ruin his mood though, making even this post about Diluc. Sometimes you just want to have a moment to appreciate yourself. Hopefully, Kaeya finds some friends that appreciate him and support this in the future.
9 What Did It Cost? Everything.
As with all gacha games, getting the best characters can be a struggle. Because Diluc is a 5-star character, chances of receiving him are below 1%. Those who are unlucky could spend dozens if not hundreds of wishes without receiving Diluc. While it is entirely possible to grab wishes for free, many players cave under their impatience and give over cash to expedite the process.
Rust_1992 shares the experience of one player that dumps money into the game to secure the Pyro user. Though they finally have Diluc, it cost them more than they’d like to admit.
8 Joker + Kurama = Diluc
Because it resembles anime, Genshin Impact has drawn fans of the popular medium to its player base. Those familiar with iconic anime characters may find Diluc’s appearance familiar, and there’s a good reason for this feeling.
Reddit user hylian_ninja connects the dots, sharing two famous characters with who Diluc shares a resemblance. One half of this concoction is the famous Joker from Persona 5 while the other is Kurama from the famous anime Yu Yu Hakusho. If these two popular characters were to be combined, Diluc’s design would be the result.
7 I Need It
Some may be able to resist the urge to spend money on primogems, but others aren’t as stalwart. Some users have seen and experienced Diluc in action thanks to trial missions in the campaign, and that taste was intoxicating.
Genshin Impact Memes shares a meme that depicts the all-encompassing need to get a Diluc from a pull. No matter how hard some resist the craving, they cave as Spongebob did when presented with a vase of water. They simply need to have this character on their team.
6 It Was All Just A Dream
Just because some users don’t spend money on the gacha mechanics, it doesn’t mean that they don’t desire the game’s best boy. Players have found the most inventive ways to stave off the desire to spend real-world money in pursuit of Diluc.
I Post Honkai/ Genshin Impact Memes Every day showcases this with a meme that depicts a player pretending to play the character by watching a YouTube video. While they haven’t had the fortune to draw the character in their own game, they have the power of imagination to fight off the pain.
5 Batman and Robin
Diluc may be popular, but he isn’t the only character to catch the players’ attention. One of the most recent additions to the roster has been Bennett. He’s a less experienced swordsman that has drawn some comparisons within the fanbase.
Reddit user marbleberry shares a meme that shows the mentor/mentee relationship between Diluc and Bennett. This is also a nod to the massively successful Spiderman: Into the Spiderverse. In which Miles Morales was mentored by Peter Parker. It’s a great nod to a phenomenal film that adds the artist’s personal flair.
4 Beginner’s Luck
Not every player had bad luck when it comes to gacha pulls. Some new players have touted insane luck, pulling Diluc before they even know his value. For fans that have been grinding and spending money to reach this goal, it can be demoralizing.
My-Name-is-Kishin helps illustrate this idea with a meme showing a disheveled Spongebob responding to hearing that other users acquired Diluc with ease. Those who put money into the game are sure to feel pain when rookies can’t even appreciate the gem they’ve stumbled upon.
3 Pyro Slimes
Diluc may be powerful, but no one is invincible. As a Pyro user, he commands flames with his attacks. It stands to reason that enemies that also control fire would be resistant to his attacks. Diluc struggles to do damage to these enemies in most circumstances.
Reddit user augustchan08 shares how they believe Diluc truly feels when confronting a Pyro Slime. These adversaries are the natural enemy of the otherwise dominant fighting force known as Diluc. These creatures may look cute, but they strike fear into the winery owner.
2 Clowning Around
1 This is Fine
One negative of being a Pyro user like Diluc is the likelihood of setting surroundings on fire. It isn’t uncommon to set grass ablaze in a confrontation with those who command flames. Diluc can often find himself damaging himself when he haphazardly swings his blade around in foliage.
The fire surrounding Diluc does seem to remind pursu777 of the ‘This Is Fine’ meme where the cute little dog just accepts the chaos around him. Diluc players may just come to understand that a little pain comes with the power he grants them.
