Honkai Star Rail: Developing Mobile Games on Xianzhou

"When I discovered that even cultivating a [planet] was so simple."

"I began to feel... emptiness."

"I increasingly understood."

"That I crave research into the [essence] of things."

Ruan Mei's PV continued.

The scene behind her shifted from a small farmhouse to a section of the space station.

"And recently, I've had some different thoughts."

"At first, I was terrified by its appearance—"

In the background.

The voices of Herta and Screwllum could be heard.

Herta: "Ruan Mei is a tough nut to crack!"

"I've contacted so many people, spent so much time and effort to get in touch with her!"

"Hey, Ruan Mei, can you hear me?"

"You should at least show your face, right?"

Compared to Ruan Mei's calm and indifferent tone.

Herta's voice was like noise, deliberately creating a barrier between them.

From Ruan Mei's perspective.

Both Herta and Screwllum.

Existed as mere shadows.

Ruan Mei kept her eyes closed the entire time.

As if the chaos of the outside world couldn't affect her at all!

...

"Background Herta's chattering voice is hilarious!"

"After watching Ruan Mei's short, I suddenly feel like Lady Herta is so human."

"Does this scene mean that Ruan Mei actually has no interest in Herta and the others?"

"Geniuses have their own pursuits and ambitions. They come together not because of friendship or mutual recognition, but because they can derive value from each other."

"Is it really that real?"

"Rest assured, everyone present here, you hold no research value for Ms. Ruan Mei."

"No!!! I yearn to be studied by Ruan Mei!"

...

At this moment.

The scene of the space station behind Ruan Mei was filled with a myriad of colors.

Images of various creatures emerged.

The smallest among them were single-celled organisms.

Blue, red, and yellow goldfish floated freely behind her.

Large pink and blue jellyfish swam up from the lower left.

Together, they left behind a trail of dazzling brilliance.

The colors were so vivid.

It was like a child's spontaneous doodle.

Yet, in Ruan Mei's presence, it formed a subtle harmony.

"It was born from a spectacle, neither resisting nor mourning."

"It is closest to the emotion that naturally arose in me during my childhood."

"[It asked me... where is the focus of the research?]"

"The world is a riot of colors, always dazzling and overwhelming."

"But it has nothing to do with me."

In front of Ruan Mei.

A barrier appeared.

Seemingly blocking her path forward.

But Ruan Mei still did not open her eyes!

She continued walking on her own.

Pressing forward.

The barrier was like the surface of the sea.

Ruan Mei submerged directly beneath the surface.

Entering a completely new area!

In the background.

Besides the violin, the music became more grand and majestic.

...

"I understand now! Ruan Mei has broken through all obstacles on her path and entered a brand-new realm!"

"Is this what genius is? Forget stepping into her professional field, I can barely comprehend her thought process."

"I feel like she's becoming more and more divine, what's going on..."

"She's too pure!"

"This feeling... Ruan Mei has reached the pinnacle in her field, omniscient and omnipotent, hasn't she?"

...

Next.

Ruan Mei's words.

Left all the viewers in shock!

It could even be described as earth-shattering!

"I explore the mysteries of the universe, I seek answers deeper than [humanity]."

"There is nothing left for me to attain, nor anything I need to obtain."

"If I cultivate and reconstruct life..."

"I can dissect memories, regulate balance."

"Deconstruct The Beauty, recreate The Permanence."

"I will understand life, touch concepts..."

"Perhaps I can also..."

"Become."

In the scene.

Ruan Mei held the double helix structure of DNA in her hands.

A faint smile appeared on her face.

Paired with the grand and majestic music.

At this moment.

An overwhelming sense of epic grandeur swept over everyone!

All the viewers were stunned!

Too shocked to speak.

The real-time comments in the video went silent for two seconds!

And before anyone could react.

The appearance of one final scene.

Made this short film even more enigmatic and perplexing!

In front of Ruan Mei.

A game screen appeared.

And this game... was none other than Honkai: Star Rail!

The content on the screen.

Showed Stelle, Dan Heng, March 7th, and Welt teaming up.

Facing a battle against the True Sting Swarm!

When it was Welt's turn to act, he was hit by the weathering effect and fell immediately.

Dan Heng also fell.

Stelle and March 7th were both in critical condition.

And at this moment, the Swarm launched a fierce attack!

No matter how you looked at it.

There was no chance of recovery.

Ruan Mei watched this scene and spoke, "Don't worry, my dear [assistant]."

"I will give you a [reward]."

She gently tapped the screen.

The event in the Simulated Universe—[Ruan Mei] was subsequently triggered.

...

"What… what does this mean!?"

"It's the first time I've seen gameplay footage of Honkai: Star Rail in Yu Ling's short video!"

"She's actually watching the Astral Express Crew fight the Swarm Disaster!"

"So Ruan Mei plays Star Rail too."

"The current state of the Swarm Disaster—"

"Huh? There's even a scene of her struggling in the game, I'm dying of laughter hahaha…"

...

Space Station.

Master Control Zone.

The staff were collectively stunned!

Wiping the cold sweat from their foreheads.

Someone spoke up: "After watching this PV, I suddenly feel that although Lady Herta has always appeared indifferent and impatient, she's still somewhat humane…"

"Ruan Mei truly doesn't care about anything…"

"Wuwu, Miss Herta is the most approachable among all the geniuses."

"I feel the same way! Like when she brought Miss Asta out of her family, or when she accompanied her during the Aetherium Wars, saying she had no choice but to save face for the company, or even this time in the PV when she called Ruan Mei to urge her to show up—these are all judgments and choices that require foresight and consideration."

"I used to just know that the members of the Genius Society were amazing, but after playing Star Rail, I realized just how incredible they are! They're on a level I can't even begin to comprehend!"

"Personally, I think Lady Herta is the most down-to-earth in the Genius Society, while Screwllum is the most humane."

"Screwllum is the only one with a normal personality."

Herta's Office.

After Herta and Screwllum finished watching the short video.

Both fell into a brief silence.

Even the usually carefree Herta was at a loss for words.

After an unknown amount of time.

Screwllum spoke up: "This video meticulously showcases Ruan Mei's ideological transformation and mental journey. Her rationality and indifference have almost reached the level of inorganic life. I suspect: Ruan Mei wants to become… an Aeon."

Herta crossed her arms.

She spoke indifferently: "I've always valued Ruan Mei highly, but now I feel it's not enough!"

"Screwllum, I believe Ruan Mei doesn't want to become an Aeon, but rather, she has walked far enough in the realm of life and suddenly realized she has the opportunity to become one."

"From this perspective, she's truly a pure person, pursuing the essence of life."

"I think this is extremely important!"

"Because, based on the current data from the Simulated Universe."

"Aeons aren't something one becomes by wanting to. Instead, it's through the pure pursuit of a conceptual Path that one naturally becomes one."

"If she truly succeeds, I think… I'll be able to confirm how Aeons are born."

After hearing this.

Screwllum fell into a long silence.

In the video.

Ruan Mei's madness and boldness were revealed to the world.

But for these two geniuses, they saw even deeper.

On the Honkai: Star Rail forum.

(Good Zhao) Ruan Mei's PV also caused a huge uproar!

A detailed post analyzing the video content shot straight to the forum's front page!

Below.

Were the heated comments from players.

"Who would've thought that a [Hermit] from the Genius Society has quietly walked so far in the [Life] domain?"

"The music in this PV gives me a grand and expansive feeling. Just by putting on headphones, closing my eyes, and listening to the music, I feel as if I'm immersed in the vast universe, gazing up at the cosmos and observing all its wonders."

"Watching the PV: Ruan Mei is portrayed as a gentle and virtuous lady from a prestigious family, with her role as a genius researcher being a standout aspect of her character. Watching the PV: Ruan Mei is a fiercely ambitious genius researcher, with her background as a lady from a prestigious family being a trivial addition to her persona."

"In summary: Ruan Mei is aiming to become a god!"

"And not just any god! She seeks to comprehend and transcend those Paths..."

"Wow... I'm getting chills down my spine."

"Could it be that one day, a voice suddenly echoes across the universe—[The Divine Archer, I have ascended to godhood!]"

"If Nanook can do it, why can't I? I, Ruan Mei, will also ascend to godhood!"

"Once the Divine Archer, now after becoming a god, it's Lan's turn to pour the tea."

"Lan: Speechless, folks. Just finished exhausting myself beating up Yaoshi, only to come home and find a heavyweight living there trying to overthrow me."