![[1.1 ZZZ] Investigating Ether and the Sacrifice - A Zenless Zone Zero Theory @Ashikai](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/t0QEWJ6HbHY/maxresdefault.jpg)
Uploaded September 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 days ago
While going through the story so far, I noticed a couple of weird things about the behavior of Ether, and after some investigation, it became clear that these suspicions of mine could tell us quite a bit about the true nature of the "Sacrifice". So I hope you enjoy this highly speculative analysis of Ether and the "Sacrifice"!
**TIMESTAMPS**
time is an illustion
**SPOILER WARNINGS**
- Main story up through chapter 3
- Qingyi Agent Mission
- Grace Agent Mission
- Camelia Golden Week
**CITATIONS & ATTRIBUTIONS**
Azrial Vanity's channel: youtube.com/@AzrialVanity
pastebin.com/iBcCJi1B
While going through the story so far, I noticed a couple of weird things about the behavior of Ether, and after some investigation, it became clear that these suspicions of mine could tell us quite a bit about the true nature of the "Sacrifice". So I hope you enjoy this highly speculative analysis of Ether and the "Sacrifice"!
**TIMESTAMPS**
time is an illustion
**SPOILER WARNINGS**
- Main story up through chapter 3
- Qingyi Agent Mission
- Grace Agent Mission
- Camelia Golden Week
**CITATIONS & ATTRIBUTIONS**
Azrial Vanity's channel: youtube.com/@AzrialVanity
pastebin.com/iBcCJi1B
![[1.1 ZZZ] Investigating Ether and the Sacrifice - A Zenless Zone Zero Theory](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/t0QEWJ6HbHY/mqdefault.jpg "[1.1 ZZZ] Investigating Ether and the Sacrifice - A Zenless Zone Zero Theory
While going through the story so far, I noticed a couple of weird things about the behavior of Ether, and after some investigation, it became clear that these suspicions of mine could tell us quite a bit about the true nature of the Sacrifice. So I hope you enjoy this highly speculative analysis of Ether and the Sacrifice!
**TIMESTAMPS**
time is an illustion
**SPOILER WARNINGS**
- Main story up through chapter 3
- Qingyi Agent Mission
- Grace Agent Mission
- Camelia Golden Week
**CITATIONS & ATTRIBUTIONS**
Azrial Vanitys channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AzrialVanity
https://pastebin.com/iBcCJi1B")
![[2.7 HSR] Unraveling the Stellaron Mystery - A Honkai Star Rail Theory](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/t1pb0bxCQqk/mqdefault.jpg "[2.7 HSR] Unraveling the Stellaron Mystery - A Honkai Star Rail Theory
Visit https://snhu.edu/ashikai and discover which degree program from Southern New Hampshire University is right for you!
Its been two years, and we are severely lacking in Stellaron lore. So I decided to take matters into my own hands and investigate. And based on what Ive found, I think its unlikely Stellarons are the seeds of destruction everyone seems to think they are.
#hoyocreators #honkaistarrail #hsrlore
**TIMESTAMPS**
00:00 Introduction
04:00 The Tree and the Sea
08:50 What is a stellaron?
13:45 Fragmentums
21:45 Muddied Worlds
33:50 Bonus!
**SPOILER WARNINGS**
- All main Trailblazer Missions up through version 2.7
**RELATED CONTENT**
What destroyed Amphoreus? (By Ashikai): https://youtu.be/MSuSJwp9Vsw
Amphoreus Predictions (By Lalodys Lore): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jIidrWLpO0A
**CITATIONS & ATTRIBUTIONS**
https://pastebin.com/FVnpgdM6")
![[1.4] Trying to understand the Aetherside - Arknights Endfield, Homecoming](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/tSEhZFtDgAk/mqdefault.jpg "[1.4] Trying to understand the Aetherside - Arknights Endfield, Homecoming
For good lore, download Arknights: Endfield - https://akendfield.gryphline.com/d27t/kmuwhd3n
I was so perplexed by the Blightshades that I ended up investigating the Aether with some... interesting results. Enjoy this crazy half-baked theory! :D
#ArknightsEndfield #Endfield #Homecoming
**TIMESTAMPS**
no time stamps, we ball
**CITATIONS**
https://pastebin.com/fhNMXNvr")
![[1.4] The story so far - Zenless Zone Zero Season One (Part A)](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/uOX7DhZbAEo/mqdefault.jpg "[1.4] The story so far - Zenless Zone Zero Season One (Part A)
Miyabi is officially here! Join me in playing ZZZ with my link: https://hoyo.link/1qSlFJAL #zzzero #zenlesszonezero #Miyabi
Make sure to use code BIG4E86C for 60 Polychromes and 6,666 Denny! (Valid only for version 1.4) Thanks to Zenless Zone Zero for sponsoring this video!
Zenless Zone Zeros first story arc is finally complete, and its been one WILD ride! Before we start gearin up for season two, lets take a look back at our journey so far. You never know what new things might jump out at you!
#hoyocreators #zzzero #zzzstoryline
**TIMESTAMPS**
00:00 Introduction
01:00 Prologue
03:30 Chapter One
08:15 Chapter Two
11:15 Chapter Two Interlude
15:35 Chapter Three
18:40 Chapter Four
23:20 Chapter Five
33:00 Ending Notes
**RELATED**
Hollow Zero and the Order (by Ashikai): https://youtu.be/jS-tZQGytkI")
![[6.7] Paimon & Project Stuzha - Genshin Impact Theory](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/uq1EC0vO6SI/mqdefault.jpg "[6.7] Paimon & Project Stuzha - Genshin Impact Theory
For game keys, gift cards, and more, shop Eneba: https://ene.ba/Ashikai
Need a top-up? Enebas got you covered: https://ene.ba/Ashikai-Gacha
just some thoughts about Paimon, Snezhnaya and Sandrone before we learn more.
**ATTRIBUTIONS**
Video editing by QueerBunny Productions: https://queerbunnyedits.com/
Boar King sidequest (Blizzard37): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GlWSG_JC7Zk
Freezer (Footage Factory): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P1oKE6FwvUM
Fridge (Chowhound): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=loEAZpB24Tc
Temperature dropping (Kurzgesagt): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mZsaaturR6E
Particle vibrations (Next Generation Science): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gGpY0EUy66w
Freezing people (TED-Ed): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rFGDJH7SZNU")
![[6.7] The Secret Powering the Firmament - A Genshin Impact Theory](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/vH9aB5FGC_A/mqdefault.jpg "[6.7] The Secret Powering the Firmament - A Genshin Impact Theory
For game keys, gift cards, and more, shop Eneba: https://ene.ba/Ashikai
Need a top-up? Enebas got you covered: https://ene.ba/Ashikai-Gacha
Theres a reason why were learning about the Stellar Black Body on the moon on the eve of Snezhnayas launch...
**TIMESTAMPS**
00:00 Introduction
02:05 Stellar Black Body
09:00 Body & Soul
15:30 Allogenes
19:51 Abyss
**SPOILER WARNINGS**
- ALL Archon Quests up to Luna 8 (6.7)
- Sandrone Event/SQ 1
- Frost Moon WQ
- Temple of Space WQ
**CITATIONS**
https://pastebin.com/J3P4PLRD
**ATTRIBUTIONS**
Video editing by QueerBunny Productions: https://queerbunnyedits.com/
3rd-Party Footage used:
Ocean view (Nature Picture Library): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CHXFdK1Ehzg
Forest Fire (New York Times): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mj75koAJBvY
Melusine dialog (Shinryu Elffire): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C8jd1bdFvXs
Black body radiation (But Why?): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mj2QOpQkSfI
Black body (Science ABC): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BBwULYIOkfk")
![[6.4] Why Gold Makes Dragons - A Genshin Impact Theory](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/vJsNlAMu1Co/mqdefault.jpg "[6.4] Why Gold Makes Dragons - A Genshin Impact Theory
Britannia is getting the open-world treatment.The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin is an upcoming open-world ARPG inspired by the series, with a massive world to explore and plenty of battles waiting across the kingdom.If you want to explore it yourself, check it out on PS5: https://7origin.onelink.me/tV8O/4ewku9f3
#thesevendeadlysinsorigin #7dsorigin #PS5 #PS5consoleexclusive #ad
Perhaps theres a reason why most of Rhinedottirs known creations are dragons! A BIG PLANET-SIZED REASON!
**TIMESTAMPS**
00:00 Introduction
03:20 The Abyss
11:30 Nibelung
18:30 Immersive Theater
25:48 Why Gold Makes Dragons
**SPOILER WARNINGS**
- AQ up through v6.3
- Skirk SQ
- Nahida SQ 2
- Durin SQ
- Narzissenkruez WQ
- Chenyu Vale WQ
- Some one-time events (Simulanka, Golden Apple Archipelago 2)
**RELATED LINKS**
Dragon Magic (by Ashikai): https://youtu.be/mymKVNQqzBc
**CITATIONS & ATTRIBUTIONS**
https://pastebin.com/ymUSXQ3D
Video editing by QueerBunny Productions: https://queerbunnyedits.com/
https://pastebin.com/h2awVqWJ
Compost animation, Scitoons: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFlsjRXbnSk
Lego sorting, renzo260: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nvcc3kyDwd8
Destroying lego cities, DonnyBRZ: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fYr4eJN29BY
Building lego tower, Brick Builder: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Duoo4XmTSfc&t=1s")
![[4.8] What Simulanka Tells Us About Natlan - A Genshin Impact Theory](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/vqBUhfArTOs/mqdefault.jpg "[4.8] What Simulanka Tells Us About Natlan - A Genshin Impact Theory
Every year the Hexenzirkel puts on a summer event that foreshadows the upcoming region and this year was no exception! Although a little more cryptic than usual, the paperbound world of Simulanka gave us plenty of information to make some educated guesses about what we can expect to see in Natlan.
Get ready to learn about frogs, squirrels, dragons and ball games folks! The Pyro Archon Mavuika has a very interesting story to share with us.
**TIMESTAMPS**
00:00 Introduction
01:50 Names
10:14 Games
19:07 Ignition
29:00 Heroes & Dragons
**SPOILER WARNINGS**
- Venti SQ 1
- Golden Slumber
- Simulanka (all quests)
- Zhongli SQ 2
- Nahida SQ 2
- Inversion of Genesis
- All archon quests through Chapter 4
**RELATED CONTENT**
Natlan Speculations (Ashikai): https://youtu.be/SS6lNjVK8J0
Vampire Penguins (Ashikai): https://youtu.be/o1C0_p98Zhs
Bale Moon (Ashikai): https://youtu.be/dmcmBf5H0pA
Death God (Ashikai): https://youtu.be/AajyhNchuRI
Hero Twin Myth (TED-Ed): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s-kDttqywJ4
Kinich Ahau Myth (TED-Ed): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z2vzrQWny_c
Natlans Fire is Fadin (The Laughing Man): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zfViFjIr5Ss
**CITATIONS & ATTRIBUTIONS**
https://pastebin.com/zDRZ3YSR")
![[3.6] The Beginners Guide to Sumeru - Genshin Impact Lore](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/wSy8z-QieEw/mqdefault.jpg "[3.6] The Beginners Guide to Sumeru - Genshin Impact Lore
Might be releasing this a tad early but I think a lot of people can benefit from this video right now... so I bequeath unto thee, The Beginners Guide to Genshin Lore: Sumeru Edition!
This video is a complete (but not comprehensive) timeline of important events in Sumeru from the (presumed) beginning of Teyvats history to the end of the Khaenriahn cataclysm. Again, this video is NOT comprehensive. Think of it as a highlight reel with an estimated order of events you can use as a basic framework of understanding.
Corrections and updates will be in the pinned comment below!
**CREDITS**
Thanks to my TXR for assisting with some of the snazzier parts of this video! Check out his twitter: https://twitter.com/txrpwr
**CITATIONS & FURTHER READING**
The Dirge of Bilqis: https://genshin-impact.fandom.com/wiki/The_Dirge_of_Bilqis
The Golden Slumber: https://genshin-impact.fandom.com/wiki/Golden_Slumber
Apocalypse Lost: https://genshin-impact.fandom.com/wiki/Apocalypse_Lost
Goddess of Flowers: https://genshin-impact.fandom.com/wiki/Nabu_Malikata
Flowers of Paradise Lost: https://genshin-impact.fandom.com/wiki/Flower_of_Paradise_Lost
Eternal Oasis: https://genshin-impact.fandom.com/wiki/The_Orchard_of_Pairidaeza
Desert Pavilion Chronicle: https://genshin-impact.fandom.com/wiki/Desert_Pavilion_Chronicle
Gilded Dreams: https://genshin-impact.fandom.com/wiki/Gilded_Dreams
Staff of the Scarlet Sands: https://genshin-impact.fandom.com/wiki/Staff_of_the_Scarlet_Sands
Jinni: https://genshin-impact.fandom.com/wiki/Jinni
Oasis Garden Ascension Material: https://genshin-impact.fandom.com/wiki/Oasis_Garden%27s_Mourning
Olden Days of Scorching Might Ascension Material: https://genshin-impact.fandom.com/wiki/Olden_Days_of_Scorching_Might
The Lay of Al-Ahmar: https://genshin-impact.fandom.com/wiki/The_Lay_of_Al-Ahmar
The Shepherd and the Magic Bottle: https://genshin-impact.fandom.com/wiki/The_Shepherd_and_the_Magic_Bottle
Gurabad: https://genshin-impact.fandom.com/wiki/Gurabad
Nameless Tablets: https://genshin-impact.fandom.com/wiki/Nameless_Tablet
Primal Obelisks: https://genshin-impact.fandom.com/wiki/Primal_Obelisk
Memories of Gurabad: https://genshin-impact.fandom.com/wiki/Memories_of_Gurabad
Tulaytullah: https://genshin-impact.fandom.com/wiki/Tulaytullah
Ormazd: https://genshin-impact.fandom.com/wiki/Ormazd
Shiruyeh: https://genshin-impact.fandom.com/wiki/Shiruyeh
The Tale of Shiruyeh and Shirin: https://genshin-impact.fandom.com/wiki/The_Tale_of_Shiruyeh_and_Shirin
Shirin: https://genshin-impact.fandom.com/wiki/Shirin_of_Gurabad
Ferigees: https://genshin-impact.fandom.com/wiki/Ferigees
Kisra: https://genshin-impact.fandom.com/wiki/Parvezravan
Xiphos: https://genshin-impact.fandom.com/wiki/Xiphos%27_Moonlight
Liloupar: https://genshin-impact.fandom.com/wiki/Liloupar
Scroll of Streaming Song: https://genshin-impact.fandom.com/wiki/Scroll_of_Streaming_Song
Key of Kaj-Nisut: https://genshin-impact.fandom.com/wiki/Key_of_Khaj-Nisut
Tulaytullah’s Rememberance: https://genshin-impact.fandom.com/wiki/Tulaytullahs_Remembrance
Hymn of Tir Yazad: https://genshin-impact.fandom.com/wiki/The_Hymn_of_Tir_Yazad_(Part_2)
Thanks to Deci for helping out with the timeline placements: https://docs.google.com/document/d/18W02zg-DcBlzGagBkddXP02Z0SDJl0n7EfseSRzff2g/edit")
