The Wild Hunt
Last updated 2026-08-22
The Wild Hunt is an Abyssal phenomenon and group of monsters primarily found in Nod-Krai. This phenomenon taints deceased individuals with Abyssal energy, turning them into ghouls known as the Wasteland Wild Hunt.[1][2] The Wild Hunt is controlled by Rerir, one of the Five Sinners of Khaenri'ah.[3][4]
Description
The Wild Hunt was created during Rerir's attempt to enter a moon gate to find his lost lover, Tholindis, which tore him to several pieces scattered all over Nod-Krai; these pieces are what brought the monsters of the Wild Hunt into existence.[5] Nod-Krai was the first area to be affected by the cataclysm after Khaenri'ah, and the Wild Hunt is comparatively extraordinarily powerful.[6] Since then, Rerir has plotted to restore his physical form by finding the fragments of his corpse, as well as his power by finding the fragments of the Three Moons and Moon Marrow, leading the Wild Hunt to continually attack Nod-Krai in search of them.[4][7]
As few people know the Wild Hunt's origins, various folk tales exist to explain the Wild Hunt's existence. Some say the Wild Hunt is a demonic host from another world seeking a harvest of souls, while others believed them to be the lingering phantoms of an ancient nightmare.[8]
The Lightkeepers classify the Abyssal phenomena at Kipumaki Cliff and elsewhere in northern Nod-Krai as part of the Wild Hunt, although they noted that it was different than the normal Wild Hunt.[9] Rather than being controlled by Rerir, the Wild Hunt in northern Nod-Krai was caused by Rotwang and his disciples.
Following Rerir's expulsion from Teyvat, the Abyss created an imitation of Roland in order to lead the Wild Hunt in his absence. After Roland's form expired during the events of Varka's Story Quest, Lupus Majoris Chapter: Act I - To Those Who Embark on the Expedition, the Wild Hunt is left leaderless, with a simple, primal urge to destroy.[10]
Trivia
- The Wild Hunt rarely travel to Hiisi Island, as the moon's power deters them from advancing.[11]
Etymology
- The Wild Hunt is a folklore motif present in various European societies. Wild Hunts usually involve a chase led by a mythological figure escorted by a supernatural group of hunters. Seeing such hunts was thought to forebode catastrophe or death to the witness.
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Other Languages
| Language | Official Name | Literal Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| English | The Wild Hunt | — |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 狂猎 Kuángliè | The Wild Hunt |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 狂獵 Kuángliè | |
| Japanese | ワイルドハント Wairudohanto | — |
| Korean | 광란의 사냥 Gwangnan-ui Sanyang | The Wild Hunt |
| Spanish | Cacería salvaje | Wild Hunt |
| French | Chasse sauvage | Wild Hunt |
| Russian | Дикая Охота Dikaya Okhota | The Wild Hunt |
| Thai | การล่าอันบ้าคลั่ง Kan-la an Ba-khlang | The Wild Hunt |
| Vietnamese | Cuộc Săn Hoang Dã | The Wild Hunt |
| German | Wilde Jagd | Wild Hunt |
| Indonesian | Perburuan Liar | The Wild Hunt |
| Portuguese | Caçada Feroz | Fierce Hunt |
| Turkish | Vahşi Av | Wild Hunt |
| Italian | Caccia selvaggia | Wild Hunt |
Change History
References
- ↑ Archive, Living Beings, Enemies and Monsters, The Abyss: Wilderness Exile
- ↑ Archive, Living Beings, Enemies and Monsters, The Abyss: Wilderness Hunter
- ↑ Artifact, Long Night's Oath: Nightingale's Tail Feather
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 Archon Quest, Song of the Welkin Moon, Act II - Elegy of Dust and Lamplight, Part 2: The Dark Side of Memory
- ↑ Archon Quest, Song of the Welkin Moon, Act IV - An Elegy for Faded Moonlight, Part 1: All Is Foretold
- ↑ YouTube: Behind the Scenes of Genshin Impact "Let's Start With Nod-Krai" | Genshin Impact #NodKrai
- ↑ Archon Quest, Song of the Welkin Moon, Act II - Elegy of Dust and Lamplight, Part 4: The Ashen-White Order Burns
- ↑ Artifact, Long Night's Oath: Undying One's Mourning Bell
- ↑ World Quest, Nightingale's Song: Chapter II - Darradarljod: When War Songs Rise
Illuga: The Wild Hunt on the cliff may have abilities different from those elsewhere. Three years ago, we paid for that difference in blood. - ↑ Story Quest Act, Varka, Lupus Majoris Chapter: Act I: To Those Who Embark on the Expedition
- ↑ Nod-Krai Hidden Exploration Objective, Quest-Like: Secrets of the Tideseal Stones
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