Everything You Need to Know About Genshin Impact Visions!

Pause for a moment, Traveler. Lift your gaze to Teyvat's starry skies. Across this vast land, thrilling new legends unfold daily. Whispers tell of "Visions"-a wondrous power granting mortals the ability to command the elements, wielding nature's might like gods themselves. To Teyvat's people, earning a Vision means far more than honor and prestige-it's a step into the divine realm.

But keep this clear: Visions and Gnoses are worlds apart. Gnoses embody higher-order power, capable of resonating with Celestia-something no Vision could ever match.

1. Origin of Visions in Genshin Impact

After suffering grave wounds in the war of vengeance, the Usurper's functions were ruined, no longer able to suppress this world's original order with absolute authority. To quell the world's resentment and defiance, the Usurper and another newcomer (suspected to be the Third Descender) created the Gnoses. An order was thus imposed: humanity should possess only these seven types of aspirations. All primordial fragments were driven to devour each other.

Henceforth, when human yearnings reached the heavens, the Seven Rulers of the material realm would bestow a gift upon that individual. Though unaware precisely who or what desire attained sacred heights, each of The Seven must fragment a sliver of their dominion as tribute. And when the recipient fulfilled their purpose... the gods reaped even greater rewards.

2. True Nature of Visions

At its core, a Vision is an external elemental device—or, more deeply, a "crystallization" of one's wishes. Those who possess one wield elemental power through this conduit. Every Vision holder is deemed worthy of godhood, qualified to ascend to Celestia. As the Raiden Shogun stated: Visions are not controlled by The Seven. Their manifestation is driven purely by human ambition. In essence, Visions are intrinsically tied to desire.

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3. Characteristics of Visions Across Nations

3.1 Mondstadt Vision

Mondstadt's Visions feature a circular center encircled by three pairs of wings (some characters like Kaeya possess broken wings). The lightweight design embodies freedom and the Anemo element.

Inspiration:

Mondstadt's core value is "freedom." Its Vision design draws from wind and birds-wings symbolize airflow and soaring liberty. Gothic architecture prevalent in Mondstadt may also inspire the winged motifs, echoing church spire ornaments.

3.2 Liyue Vision

Liyue Visions are square, framed by an octagonal border with trapezoidal accents. The sturdy structure represents contracts and the Geo element.

Inspiration:

Liyue's "contract" ethos is reflected in ancient jade pendants and architectural joinery. The square signifies order and stability, while trapezoidal details mirror Liyue Harbor's buildings. The design embodies Liyue's creed: "No rules, no square; freedom without transgressing order"—constrained formality housing aspirational spirit.

3.3 Inazuma Vision

Inazuma Visions showcase a large upper ring threaded with three circles (the central circle is the largest), forming a lightning-bolt triangle. The minimalist yet potent silhouette echoes eternity and the Electro element.

Inspiration:

Centered on "eternity," motifs derive from traditional Japanese patterns (lightning bolts, tomoe design) and katana hilts. Circles reflect cosmic balance, while lightning patterns channel Electro's raw power.

3.4 Sumeru Vision

Sumeru Visions resemble budding seeds-a leaf-shaped casing with twin minor leaves at the base. This organic form mirrors Sumeru's lush flora and natural essence.

Inspiration:

"Wisdom" manifests through ancient Egyptian and Hindu mandala influences. The seed-like shape symbolizes vitality and nature's force, resonating with Sumeru's rainforest ecosystem.

3.5 Fontaine Vision

Fontaine's teardrop-shaped Visions bear gear and wave motifs, with two distinct variants: Pneuma (angular ends) and Ousia (rounded ends). Wave orientations differ-Pneuma-aligned characters like Neuvillette/Lyney display top-left/bottom-right wave angles forming diamond shapes; Ousia-aligned characters like Wriothesley/Lynette exhibit spiraling bottom-left/top-right waves.

Inspiration:

"Justice" intertwines French Industrial Revolution mechanics (gears, steam engines) and aquatic flow. Gears convey precision, waves evoke tides, and fleurs-de-lis motifs symbolize impartial authority.

3.6 Natlan Vision

Natlan's Vision frames radiate four rays from the circular center toward cardinal directions, with rectangular protrusions between each ray. The aggressive silhouette embodies war and the Pyro element.

Inspiration:

The design draws from Mesoamerican motifs, particularly the Aztec Sun Stone (aka Calendar Stone) depicting Tonatiuh, the Fifth Sun. Natlan's Vision replicates the stone's central solar disk pattern, while regional icons reference its outer rings.

3.7 Snezhnaya Vision

Snezhnaya Visions feature snowflake-encrusted ice crystals surrounded by icicle clusters. The cold, sharp design reflects "winter's core" and the Cryo element.

Inspiration:

Rooted in Russian cultural symbols (snowflakes/frost patterns) and Orthodox architecture (onion domes). Icy forms represent harsh cold; snowflakes symbolize purity. Color schemes mirror Snezhnaya's signature blue-and-white palette.

4. What Does Each Vision Mean?

4.1 Hydro Vision

Holders require purity of conviction. Characters like Xingqiu and Barbara are known for selflessness and encouragement. Xingqiu gained his Vision through selfless acts without seeking reward, while Barbara consistently uplifts others.

4.2 Anemo Vision

Symbolizing freedom, fluidity, and hope. Recipients demonstrate pursuit of liberty or overcoming adversity: Venti spreads freedom through poetry; Jean upholds ideals while protecting Mondstadt; Xiao safeguards Liyue despite carrying karma; and Kazuha seeks life's meaning through wandering.

4.3 Geo Vision

Demands unyielding willpower or protective devotion. Noelle earned recognition through relentless training; Ningguang's Vision awakened during her pursuit of wealth; Albedo obtained his while researching alchemy. Thus, Geo wielders like Ningguang must persist relentlessly toward their goals.

4.4 Electro Vision

Granted to those who stay true to themselves: the god-questioning Keqing; the self-styled Prinzessin der Verurteilung; wolf-raised Razor; sea beast-slayer Beidou; genius sorceress Lisa-all are seen as outsiders.

4.5 Cryo Vision

Represents breaking free from fate: Kaeya awakened his Vision when revealing his true identity to his sworn brother; Chongyun relied on his conviction to "master his pure-yang constitution"; Qiqi's manifested at life's end with a wish to "stop time and live again"; Diona created a heartfelt drink for her father; Ganyu chose to transcend her adeptus heritage to protect humans.

4.6 Dendro Vision

Embodies life and growth. Bearers deeply value existence: Kaveh clung to artistic ideals after his Palace of Alcazarzaray project failed; Baizhu, raised amid life and death in an herbal clinic, vowed to heal like his master. All Dendro holders cherish the value of life.

4.7 Masterless Vision

Empty shells left after a wielder's death, devoid of elemental power. Rarely, they resonate temporarily with those sharing the original owner's ambition-like Kazuha reigniting his friend's Vision before Tenshukaku, or Ningguang's Vision reactivating when she obtained it.

If you had the chance to get a Vision, what element would you hope for? Though we can't wield real elemental powers in our world, you can collect Genshin  Genshin Vision Keychain - the closest we fans can get to holding that divine power in our hands~

This keychain perfectly recreates the Vision designs from Mondstadt, Liyue, Inazuma, and Sumeru, with exquisite craftsmanship and premium materials giving it authentic texture. Whether attached to keys or bags, it's effortlessly stylish. If Visions intrigues you, why not grab one of your chosen elements to experience it firsthand?

That wraps up today's dive into Visions! Hopefully you're now more immersed in Genshin's worldbuilding. Stay tuned to our site for the latest lore updates and all-new merch releases!