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Cloud Retainer Story and Profile
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Cloud Retainer in Genshin Impact is an Adeptus renowned for her straightforwardness, and prowess over machines and Sigils. See her story, and all known info about Cloud Retainer here!
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Cloud Retainer Character Information
Cloud Retainer Profile
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Nation: Liyue |
| Faction: The Adepti of Liyue Harbor | |
| Element: Anemo | |
| Race: Adeptus | |
| Gender: Female | |
Cloud Retainer Voice Actors
| Language | Voice Actor |
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| English | Stephanie Panisello |
| Japanese | Nakatomi Mana(中臣 真菜) |
| Chinese | Qin Ziyi(秦紫翼) |
| Korean | Kang Si-hyeon(강시현) |
Cloud Retainer Appearance
We have encountered Cloud Retainer in numerous quests and events as a white crane with blue, black, and gold feathers. She also has red markings underneath her eyes.
Cloud Retainer Human Form
Cloud Retainer's human form was made public in A Single Harmony for an Irreplaceable Soul festive anecdote in The Exquisite Night Chimes event.
Cloud Retainer is seen taking the form of a woman with long, green hair tied in a high-ponytail, wears red glasses, and is dressed like a crane— with her taloned fingers and flowy, rectrices-like outfit.
Cloud Retainer Release Date
Playable Character Release in Version 4.4
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Cloud Retainer's human form was teased on Genshin Impact's social media under the name Xianyun! She was released Version 4.4 update alongside Gaming.
Xianyun Element and Release Date
Cloud Retainer Story and Lore
One of the Adepti in Liyue
Cloud Retainer is one of the remaining Adepti found in the region of Liyue. She generally spends her time away from humans and human settlements, but occasionally visit her fellow Adepti such as Ganyu in Liyue Harbor.
Made a Contract with Morax in the Past
Cloud Retainer, as well as many other Adepti like Xiao and Mountain Shaper, once made a contract with Rex Lapis to protect Liyue Harbor and its people.
During times of danger, such as the Archon Wars during which the contract was made, the Adepti promised to defend and protect Liyue from any threat or harm.
Holds Great Respect for Rex Lapis
Cloud Retainer held great respect and affection for Rex Lapis. In her words, her and the other Adepti had 'protected Liyue Harbor for 37 Centuries under the leadership of Rex Lapis,' showing the extent of her loyalty.
When she first found out about Rex Lapis' supposed death in Archon Quest Chapter 1 Act 1, Of the Land Amidst Monoliths, she even threatened to flatten the entirety of Liyue Harbor to find the culprit!
Archon Quest Chapter 1: Act 1 Guide
Lives in Mt. Aocang
The entrance to Cloud Retainer's abode is at the top of Mt. Aocang. In front of the entrance is a lake with a small island at the center, where a stone table and seats can be found under the shade of a large tree.
This area is where Cloud Retainer, Rex Lapis, and Guizhong used to have meals together. There is also a fishing spot found in this lake!
Dislikes Having Guests
During the Archon Quest Chapter 1: Act 1, it was shown that Cloud Retainer wasn't one to receive guests very often, not letting the Traveler stay in her abode for longer than necessary.
Raised and Trained Shenhe
Cloud Retainer is the Adeptus who had raised and trained Shenhe as one of her disciples. Shenhe regards her as her Master and obediently follows her teachings.
Fond of Her Disciples
Cloud Retainer's lofty attitude does not stop her from doting on her disciples and those she helped raise! Cloud Retainer spoke of Ganyu and Shenhe fondly, and is also one of the Adepti familiar with Yaoyao, who calls her 'Aunty Cloud Retainer.'
Has a Hobby of Inventing
During the Moonlight Merriment event, Cloud Retainer was revealed to have a hobby in invention and engineering. She created a Supreme Cuisine Machine which aims to cook various dishes more efficiently.
Cloud Retainer also created the Cloud Retainer's Damasked Device from the ''Of Travels and Treasures'' event, and implied to have made Yaoyao's bunny companion, Yuegui.
Of Travels and Treasures Event Guide
Creator of Mechanical Arts
In one of their gatherings in Mt. Aocang, Rex Lapis ought to judge Guizhong and Cloud Retainers' works, to which it was declared that the former's mechanism were better.
Cloud Retainer already knew that she was no match for Guizhong's skills in machinery. And to honor her friends' passing and memory, Cloud Retainer decided to polish the Guizhong Ballista after the war.
Cloud Retainer In-Game Appearances
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| Youkai | Heavenly Principles |
| Adepti | Aranara |
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