Before the Tsaritsa claimed her icy throne, another Cryo Archon ruled Snezhnaya—Belyi Tsar, the enigmatic first god who challenged Celestia itself. As Genshin Impact’s Nod-Krai storyline unfolds, HoYoverse continues dropping cryptic lore fragments about this fallen Archon whose ambitions transformed a vibrant land into eternal winter.
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Belyi Tsar: Genshin Impact Essential Knowledge
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Title | First Cryo Archon of Snezhnaya |
| Status | Deceased/Fallen |
| Era | Post-Archon War, Pre-Cataclysm |
| Affiliated Faction | Snowland Faes |
| Major Goal | Create Elysium (perpetual paradise) |
| Conflict | Opposed Celestia |
| Fate | Fell to the Abyss during Cataclysm |
| Successor | The Tsaritsa |
| Possible Alias | Pakkaisukko (from folklore) |
| First Mention | Song of the Welkin Moon web event |
The Official History: War Hero to Rebel
Belyi Tsar earned his Cryo Gnosis through combat prowess during the brutal Archon War, joining the original Seven Archons alongside familiar names like Zhongli and Venti. This legitimacy made him Snezhnaya’s rightful divine ruler in the war’s aftermath.
His Revolutionary Vision centered on establishing Elysium—a perpetual paradise independent from Celestia’s control. This ambition positioned him as one of the few Archons who openly challenged the heavenly order, foreshadowing the Tsaritsa’s current rebellion against divine authority.
During his reign, Belyi Tsar commanded the Snowland Faes, supernatural beings who held significant power and influence across Snezhnaya. These Faes served as his loyal faction until his downfall erased their prominence from history.
The Tragic Fall
When the Cataclysm struck Teyvat 500 years ago, Belyi Tsar’s defiance against Celestia reached its catastrophic conclusion. He fell to the Abyss—whether through corruption, defeat, or sacrifice remains unclear. His death created a power vacuum that the Tsaritsa filled, inheriting both his Gnosis and his anti-Celestia ideology.
Following his demise, the Snowland Faes lost their privileged status, gradually fading into obscurity until even their existence became forgotten legend.
Folklore Connections: The Tragedy of Brotherhood
In-game texts scattered across Genshin Impact present alternative narratives about Belyi Tsar’s history, blending myth with potential truth.
The Brother’s Blood story describes a close familial bond destroyed by tragic quarrel. According to this version, Belyi Tsar accidentally killed his beloved brother, and his overwhelming grief froze Snezhnaya’s once-vibrant landscape into perpetual winter—the eternal ice reflecting his unending sorrow.
New Revelations: “Hymns of the Far North”
The recently discovered book in Nod-Krai’s Frostmoons Scions library introduces “Pakkaisukko,” a character many theorists believe represents Belyi Tsar under a folkloric alias. This text suggests deeper connections:
The Celestia Obsession: Pakkaisukko’s fixation on “Pojola” (interpreted as Celestia) mirrors Belyi Tsar’s documented opposition to heavenly authority.
Familial Ties: Compelling evidence suggests Pakkaisukko—and by extension, Belyi Tsar—might be the Tsaritsa’s father. This would explain her inherited rebellion against Celestia and her determination to complete his failed mission.
Why Belyi Tsar Matters Now
Nod-Krai’s storyline deliberately weaves together Teyvat’s most significant lore threads: Celestia’s tyranny, Khaenri’ah’s destruction, and the Archons’ roles in shaping history. Belyi Tsar’s legacy connects these elements, positioning him as a crucial figure whose choices still echo through current events.
Before Snezhnaya’s full release, expect HoYoverse to reveal more about this forgotten Archon whose rebellion set the stage for the Tsaritsa’s revolution.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Will Belyi Tsar appear as a playable character in Genshin Impact?
Currently, no official confirmation exists about Belyi Tsar becoming playable. Given that he fell to the Abyss during the Cataclysm and presumably died, his appearance would likely occur through flashback sequences, memory domains, or possibly as an Abyss-corrupted version. HoYoverse has precedent for making “deceased” characters playable (like past versions of Archons), so a younger Belyi Tsar remains theoretically possible during Snezhnaya’s story arc. However, his role seems positioned more as a historical figure whose legacy drives the Tsaritsa’s motivations rather than a direct participant in the Traveler’s journey.
How does Belyi Tsar’s story connect to the Tsaritsa’s rebellion against Celestia?
Belyi Tsar essentially blazed the trail that the Tsaritsa now follows. His attempt to create Elysium—a paradise free from Celestial control—directly parallels the Tsaritsa’s current mission to overthrow the heavenly order by collecting all Gnoses. If the “Pakkaisukko” theory proves accurate and Belyi Tsar was indeed her father, this connection becomes even more personal: she’s not just continuing his ideology but fulfilling her father’s failed dream. His downfall during the Cataclysm likely hardened her resolve, transforming her into the cold, calculating ruler willing to sacrifice everything—including love itself—to succeed where he failed.
