Tighnari New vs Old English VA Comparison | Elemental Skill, Burst, ETC

[@KitsuWasTaken]

New Kirara Voice lines just give us info about 2 upcoming chars in Fontaine: Lyney and Chiori. Let's Listen Here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJite6qfed1-e7s

[@asheclips3784]

i love the fact hyv decided NOT to let Zach listen to the old voicelines, because they wanted to fully separate the old voiceover from the new one. while i (hate to) admit he who shall not be named did an amazing job at voicing tighnari, i am so excited for the new voiceover. while the old one was sassy, zach made tighnari into a full blown sarcastic king and i’m living for it

[@Raikos100]

It's a very weird and full of controversy decision. The only reason they did that was to try to stay away from the old VA to avoid any damage to the company reputation. But it's unfair to trash a whole character personality and start from zero at this point. He could very well keep the same tone as the old one and yet have a different voice. It sounds like Mika is voicing Tighnari and not only it's conflicting, but it ruins the already build fanbase. Imagine if that happened to Zhongli. Players would quit for good, his voice alone is carrying the character and the fanbase.

[@TheMattVis]

​@@Raikos100 Meh, I don't know how it is in western. But some characters changed voiced in eastern won't make us quit the game. Especially if the old VA does a crime. When Ai Kayano who is one of the most known VA in Japan have scandal with China and every China games needs to replace all her roles, while it does makes fans upset, but the game still thriving and not stopping at all. If you would quit just because 1 character is having a different voice, maybe you don't even really likes the game to begin with.

[@FreneticPotato]

@@TheMattVis I'm not gonna quit, I'm just not gonna use him anymore. Don't really care if I already invested so much on him.

[@TheMattVis]

@@FreneticPotato Well it's up to you and any other player. For me it just stupid if you would quit a game just cause 1 character have their voice changed. Cause the story is still there, and there's a ton of characters exists. Also like one of your reason, you could just not opt to play him instead, it's not even mandatory to play with him. If the game have a big problem or a scandal came out for the company itself, than it would makes sense to quit it.

[@s2wuolf508]

@@ar11jpeghe thing abiut Tighnari in game is that while he is smart academically and common sense wise he is confident in himself and his sass is a mature “sarcastic-straight to the point” kind of sass rather than a playful sass you could see from Yae for example. Zach did a good job but if he sounded more confident and a bit more mature it would be perfect. People who bully other people for having constructive criticism on the new va while not supporting the old va(looking at you twitter) isn’t really helping either. Though honestly I’d rather hoyo just give multiple voicelines by different vas and make a poll to let the community choose which one they like better on Tighnari

[@suvi1502]

The old voice is definitely unique when it comes to voice acting…but the guy had to go and I’m ok knowing Greg Heffley is now Tighnari. Plus I can tell he put in his own emotions into the character, it’s just something that’s gonna need getting used to

[@tranquillite1351]

Speaking of emotions, there is a huge difference in the voiceline "when it snows". The previous Va put in some soft emotion into it so the traveler felt comforted by it but Zachary's version of that line, was said in a deadpan way. But no hate on Zachary though. He did what he could in the time given to him. Fella must have been tired of rushed recording everything.

[@majoshadow603]

​​@@tranquillite1351 opino lo mismo algunas líneas estaban inexpresivas, en la actual, igualmente se agradece su trabajo.

[@IndraD]

Still not arrested tho so I don't think he committed any crime. What he did happens all the time on discord lol. He was just unlucky to get caught

[@SpiderDibs]

​@@IndraD Common doesn't mean not illegal. Since he had a platform, it was much easier to get caught. And depending where he's from, there's definitely gonna be legal issues happening.

[@IndraD]

@@SpiderDibs nope. Online isn't as mainstream yet that just joking with a kid is considered crime. People will get away with it for a good few more years.

[@Ninillii]

I prefer his new VA for sure. He managed to portray Tighnari‘s sarcasm/sass in a more subtle and natural way. He did an amazing job, and even if THAT hadn’t happened, I still would’ve liked his performance a lot more :)

[@naber5852]

you are just coping lol

[@thalmorjusticiar1]

@@naber5852 you're just living in an inferior past and refusing to move forward lol

[@squin6959]

@@naber5852 just let people have their own opinions, what you think of something isn’t fact

[@Eric123_lol]

​@@naber5852I think your the one coping with how I'm interpreting your comment you're defending the old va after what he did!

[@crepe_loaf]

@@naber5852 no one is coping, people can have opinions. Plus, after what the old va’s done, it is only reasonable that we just don’t like his voiceover anymore.

[@mayharb1603]

the opening chests line gets me everytime lmao- the old VA makes it sound like he's questioning the chest and the location in a serious manner, whereas the new VA makes it sound like he's genuinely concerned about why there is a chest there lmao

[@tsuyachii]

2:04 Can I just say that as someone who's not familiar with the English version of Genshin I just love how Tighnari's new VA said this line? It's so funny and it fits his character so well.

[@z.e.v]

very true

[@prettyfish6747]

Yea he just cuts to the chase like “ *whysthereachesthere?* “

[@biggestfanofhammond9898]

@@prettyfish6747 it's like he forgot the "hm"💀💀

[@yatonokamikanata]

IM CRYING

[@blubblubblup]

peak

[@waldherzwaca6798]

I personally like the old voice more, but I’m happy Hoyo jumped in action so fast to change the voice actor

[@TheNameless-]

Yeah No, I rather have them Take their time to Look for an actual good one.

[@eh9948]

@@TheNameless- whats wrong with this one?

[@envybe248]

​@@TheNameless- thats the thing, they didn't have the time. They needed a VA to replace the old one as soon as possible

[@Bubs_dayo]

@@eh9948 what’s not wrong with this one? Lol … it seems like he has a completely different personality. Ik I shouldn’t judge it from just this but ehhh, Doubt it’ll get any better. Nothing against the VA tho, he did a relatively good job but the voice doesn’t suit tighnari at all.

[@투루-l3e]

@@TheNameless- this IS an actual good one lol?

[@MilkBread3]

If I'm completely honest, Zachary is EXACTLY how I pictured Tighnari to sound like. I was super surprised when he first came out and sounded like that (previous VA), but I think Zachary is doing a GREAT job and it sounds more soothing instead of squeaky. Edit: Thanks a lot for the likes I enjoy hearing everyone's controversial opinions😊

[@venusroses]

Me too

[@GummyDinosaursify]

Yeah, I think the old voice was more jarring but we all got used to it. Dont get me wrong, I love when they mix it up. I still miss Barbara's old voice. But I think this new one just fits Tighnari's appearance more.

[@lilzira8225]

I totally disagree. I find the new one kinda weird, I didnt imagine Tighnari to be squeeky, since I see him as a calm and to himself person. I do find it great that they changed it for the reasons we all know. I support the new va, he is trying his best to do Tighnari, and if he voiceacts him like that I´m fine. Also said, sometimes vas have to do the voice a spicific way , so maybe he was told do be more squeeky.

[@SSzKzOo143]

I liked both VA's because the previous one had a bit of a sassy tone in it and the new one has a soothing voice. But I'm glad they changed his VA.

[@SilverSimp]

@@SSzKzOo143YES, i like both VA’s voice.

[@KK-qm8bo]

I see the potential this new voice has. I'm sure it will grow on me eventually

[@retroistic.]

it wont on me

[@KK-qm8bo]

@@retroistic. well it's still too early to know whether they give him pointers on un-mikafying hjs voice or not

[@ruminating_in_silence]

​@@retroistic. who asked.

[@KK-qm8bo]

@@retroistic. very pessimistic of u...kinda harsh don't you think?

[@whitneybennett4857]

@@retroistic. Then escort yourself out of this video and never play as Tighnari again and let the rest of us have fun with it.

[@kokocute123]

The new VA’s take on Tighnari is exactly how I imagined Tighnari would be - nerdy, has a ‘know it all’ tone, and a little younger than his age. The old VA’s take and his added sass just make it unique which makes it memorable but not necessarily good. I love how Zach delivered this in just 2 months without even hearing the old voicelines, and how Hoyo didn’t tolerate having a scum of a person tied to this community.

[@fernandozavaletabustos205]

Too bad the old VA did very bad stuff.

[@daphnedaphn3]

Ngl I've been playing genshin for a long time and have been there since the old VA voiced Tighnari and I always felt his voice was not to my full liking in English and preferred him in the Japanese dub. Zach's interpretation of him seems more Tighnari tbh. Obviously they're gonna have to tweak a few lines since it's so short notice and Zach didn't have a lot of time to prepare, but he did a great job w what was available to him.

[@naber5852]

we are coping this new voicelines are so bad

[@cortfun7775]

@@naber5852 it's not really coping. Some people just prefer the new voice

[@abceckswhyzee7169]

Opinion = coping ok.@@naber5852

[@chimchimeroo5101]

As someone who doesn’t play in english dub- Tighnari’s old voice is quite rare to me. So to me personally, I REALLY love the new one! I don’t understand why people said he doesn’t sound “sassy” anymore because in CN dub he sounds strict. But I love the new one! He sounds more mature and gentle here 💚 I might change to eng if there are events that has Tighnari involved because he sounds cool

[@coffeelatte8616]

Truth be told.. I love the old one.. not saying the new one is bad it's just my preference and I think I knew why people say that thing.. yep he definitely lost the sassiness in the new one and sounds more mature, if I looked back at his story quest the when he mocked us dang it was iconic.. also my fav voiceline is when he is in dessert ha.. I will missed that voiceline

[@mayomaio]

​@@coffeelatte8616 man

[@Pix_Sil]

The “sassiness” was something the old VA coined for the character but it’s not canon to his personality. Tighnari is pretty strict and super nerdy so I really love that his new VA gave Tighnari “🤓” energy

[@Zsuki100]

wow i can tell you the cn dub does not sound strict, the words he uses in chinese like "呢" or "啊" makes him sounds carefree tbh and his tone and the way he speaks just sounds soft. you guys should stop coping and just accept that the old one is better. idk what copium youre smoking there but like the old one literally carries the vibe of the cn dub you were talking about. the new one sound like a old creepy dude with a rough voice that sounds shit, it does sound more mature but in a bad way and no it does not sound gentle

[@chinofan]

You guys do realized that voice actor is Zachary Gordon a.k.a The Diary of the Wimpy Kid

[@Cinnamowo]

Tighnari voice lines are really funny, I guess that makes the new voice easier to accept. The old voice was really unique, and I wish the new one was just a little deeper

[@bluemurloc5896]

same

[@eg-draw]

I won't accept it even for the whole "funny" plot. I don't want to main another razor.

[@melouch9895]

@@eg-draw have u ever heard of this cool thing called switching dubs

[@gabrielabatista6016]

I don't mind it being more high pitched, I just wish he was a bit more sassy. Oh well, I guess I just have to get used to it.

[@PigeonPie]

The old one was super high and breathy though? Or you want it deeper to be more different/suit the character more

[@Smallia]

Honestly I love the new VA. I think it’s more in line with Tighnari’s voice in other languages which (in my opinion but I respect anyone who doesn’t think this) I think have captured his personality better. I feel like we’ll see his caring side come out more, especially with characters like Collei (the old VA’s tone with Collei always seemed off to me). I will miss the exaggerated sass when he’s talking to characters like Cyno, but I overall enjoy this voice much more. And, as said by Cyno’s EN VA, I’m happy it’s so different because then it won’t trigger anyone

[@kokocute123]

Omg finally another person who noticed this! The old Tigh’s voice was so cold towards Collei 😭 I was surprised about that when we first met Tigh and Collei when entering Sumeru. I always imagined Tigh to be a nerdy scholar, not a strict, sassy one. Zach is exactly how Tigh should sound, it’s just that people are so used to the old one.

[@JellyOnAPancakeAyyyy]

@@kokocute123 I felt the same, I did find annoying his old voice

[@kaylinlynell]

I agree! His voice now matches so much better with the other languages. I play in Japanese, but I love Zachary’s lines!

[@IndraD]

Nah it doesn't match at all. Your opinion sucks

[@D4YDRE4MS]

YES!!! as much as i love the extremely sassy tighnari in the old voice, i don't think tighnari canon personality is sassy EVERYTIME, it seems the attitude on the old voice doesn't fit with the soft scene like when it's between tighnari and collei. the new voice by zachary really good on giving the subtle sass and the know it all personality of tighnari and i must say i love it more than the old one. yes, i will miss the constant sassiness on the old voice, but the newer voice definitely suits the canon personality of tighnari more

[@f.b.iagent3971]

“He who shall not be named” did an (unfortunately) amazing job voicing Tighnari, that makes Zachary Gordon’s voiceover role a tough act to follow, I really like the new voice but I’m not so happy with the direction The “I’LL UPROOT YOU!” sounds perfect though, I know Genshin’s not designed as an “I’m gonna scream the attacks name’s at the top of my lungs” kinda game but this line had a lot of oomph put into it and I appreciate it I’m just happy HYV managed to get the entirety of Tighnari’s VO completely redubbed in such a short time, bravo HYV

[@retroistic.]

elliot did a way better job

[@Gibmeprimogemss]

I’m not saying that what “He who shall not be named” did is okay or that it is funny, but every time someone calls him “You know who” or “He who shall not/must not be named” I get reminded of Harry Potter (Since I used to be in the fandom) 😭😭

[@cytrusasid]

@@retroistic. I mean, the Community all thought Nari's old voice didn't suit him the first time he was introduced; sounding like a bootleg sassy mickey mouse, but grew to the point that lotta liked the voice when it's now abt to be gone. We'll be used to his new voice then this time too, it's just a matter of time until familiarity bias kicks in again.

[@melonsapphire]

@@cytrusasid true. I remembered that too. Funny some people kept forgetting about that.

[@_Cetarial]

@@retroistic.They should never have fired him. Cancel culture has gone too far.

[@dino_saw_you713]

In all honesty, I especially like how the new voice lines are a lot softer and probably done with everyone's idiocy. Like the quote where he says: "It's all part of the learning process," sounds a lot more like a doting teacher who wishes the best for you (reminds me of my teachers). Although we may miss a sassy Tighnari, this was for the best, and I am glad of the change in the voice lines.

[@thehermit8618]

I personally read it more as just brutal honesty which seems to fit Tighnari. He sounds just as ready to give you the most heartfel praise you'll ever hear as he is to deliver the most crushing and blunt criticism of your life

[@chocoflan22]

Hearing the side by side i can say that the new va sounds more clearer than the old one. His voice isnt as soft as the previous one and it does add more to tighnaris character. I was so used to the old va as a tighnari player that it was taking my awhile to get used to the change but the side by side helped me appreciate Zacharys voice over more because it makes me feel like i can understand what he Is saying more clearly than before. Idk i struggle understanding a lot of things clearly 😭 so i really appreciate the change

[@StarkeeperLen]

honestly same! the new va definitely did a better job at making each word sound understandable-

[@dreamy_clouds_7]

I used to hear, “Let’s sniff that in the butt”😅 so I am glad it is more clear now.

[@chocoflan22]

@@dreamy_clouds_7 i used to hear that too 😭😭

[@fernandozavaletabustos205]

Too bad the old VA did very bad stuff.

[@dreamy_clouds_7]

@@chocoflan22 Yeah it was funny

[@sabrinaalamo8203]

The new VA did such a great job!!! It’s hard to step into an existing character with a distinct tone and characterization while still making it your own and I think Zachary Gordon killed it 😊

[@laurencedioscorides6551]

no he didn't, not bad but killed it is an overstatement

[@filomenahermano5660]

​@@laurencedioscorides6551 they gave their opinion, you don't have to be this aggressive 😘

[@Fungus_Man]

I agree :D

[@tranquillite1351]

I agree with you. I dunno how people are saying the new Tighnari voicelines have personality but to me it lacks personality and confidence of a teacher/Forest watcher Who knows his flora/leader. I get that the recordings were rushed though.....

[@amoraacho6181]

@@laurencedioscorides6551In all fairness he was very rushed. He has what MAYBE a month and half to do all those voice lines? Remember he had to do the story quest AND archon quest lines too for new players. Elliot had a lot more time and prep. So for the super short time frame he killed it.

[@WhisperingPersona]

I’m so weird, this makes it sound like older Tighnari is teaching younger Tighnari voice training, and he’s mimicking him lol The difference in “why is there a chest here” makes me laugh.

[@jianna009]

Lol yeah! Zachary’s “why is there a chest here” is so deadpan it’s actually hilarious, i like his much better 😂

[@jancarlosattard9519]

True even nip that in the bud or ill abroot you

[@chilledout_5486]

that line never fails to make laugh a bit, idk why but its a stark difference and i kinda like it lol

[@jancarlosattard9519]

If you want a laugh search zyox reactes too new va of tighnari and go to the point were he startes seeing him its in the middle of the vid

[@Snuy69]

my genuine reaction everytime i find a chest

[@starioushina901]

I personally really love the new VA. He sounds a little younger, which does suit Tighari a lot more imo. I think he'll do even more amazing in the future. People should really uplift the new VA more.

[@retroistic.]

NO IT FUCKING DOES NOT HE SOUNDS LIKE MIKA

[@nesboljohnson7551]

I agree

[@misha_himik9466]

+ he sounds more like scientist. Like me 🤓

[@xtenshi22x]

Now watch people say he looks like a minor now bc of that voice-

[@Deskrib]

Call me what you want but I've never liked Tig's eng va. And to be honest I'm really liking the new va so regardless of what people say, it's a W in my book.

[@brooke9953]

I only play in English dub because I've become so attached to the English cast and I will admit, as much as I don't want to, that I will miss Tighnari's original voice. It won't quite be the same as I thought it was perfect for him. "You know who" actually did a very good job but Zachary's is very unique in and of itself. He also sounds a lot younger, which I appreciate. I'm sure given the time it will grow on me. He does need to work on the sass a little bit but these sound really good so far! I'm excited to hear more!

[@fooly6868]

We're all adults here, you can say the name Elliot Gindi dude it won't hurt any feelings

[@jonathansibrian695]

They think its harry potter and that saying elliot will bring great catastrofe

[@brooke9953]

@@fooly6868 His name just leaves a sour taste in my mouth. Saying it makes me uncomfy, y'know? So I try to avoid it but you're right. This ain't Harry Potter lol

[@GabeHowardd]

@@brooke9953 uncomfy for typing a name 😭😭

[@charisma7268]

Old va sound like martin the martians

[@CrayonZombie]

I'll miss the "I hear everything" energy from before, but I adore the new voice overall. He did an amazing job in such a short amount of time. ☆

[@thequeenoftheabsols]

As much as I loved how sassy the old VA was, I'm excited to see Zach's progression as the game goes on. I have faith in him Edit: Since y'all apparently can't read, I am NOT wanting to keep the old VA. I'm happy that they replaced him, and I want to see how Zach will go, since it's evident they didn't have much time, like other comments have stated. I sympathize with the victims of the old VA, as I myself was a victim of grooming when I was a teen. It's not that deep, y'all.

[@johnd7760]

Mika's VA progression, you mean! I have faith in him, as welln

[@cytrusasid]

I mean, we all thought Nari's old voice didn't suit him the first time he was introduced. We'll be used to his voice then this time too, it's just a matter of time until familiarity bias kicks in again

[@ChristianKessler4185]

@@cytrusasid can you please for fucks sake stop talking, as like you speak for everyone? Speak for yourself. His old voice was from the first minute perfect fitting, if you ask me, and like me, there are also many other people sharing that view. So it can't be logically "all" who thought his voice didnt suit. I know this all only a typical phrase, but these kind of overgeneralizations are annoying af in discussions. Sorry that this hit you now, no offense. I'm for sure not getting used to a VA that sounds like a lifeless robot that just reads down lines like a total VA beginner unable to do the simplest emotions like sounding cheerful, sorr, but thats simply not the quality I, huge emphasis on I as a single letter for me cant just express that without mentioning that - expect from a game like GI that earns every freaking month millions over millions of money - in other words, enough to come up with a little bit more effort to a solution that would be more pleasing for everyone, because everything the victim sympathists care for and those who care less, but just wanted a decent solution, just wanted to see Elliots butt get kicked out of the company quickly only. Congrats you got what you wanted.

[@atriyakoller136]

@@cytrusasid idk, I liked it at first. But I'm actually liking the new VA's work now. The aranara line sounds amazing! And others too

[@City000]

I never liked his first voice he sounds like Willy wonka 💀💀💀💀

[@stevemajors3152]

As much as I liked the previous VA's work, which is difficult to surpass (sadly), the new Tighnari VA sound more like Tighnari, he preserved some of the sassiness, but it's also more active and endorsing, with really meaningful ups and downs in the voice tones. The "why is there a chest here?" really sounded like "I've seen enough, so it isn't that much surprising. that said... why. is. there. a. chest. here??"

[@Serqphic]

Yeah plus changing his sassy voice tone was also done so the victims don't trigger that horrible memory

[@Schooltao]

There is little to no sass in the new voice which was my favourite part of tignari’s voice but I do hope the sass in his voice will grow as he continues to voice tignari

[@yukichan177]

well tighnari's actual personality is not sassy XD like he does have some sass but hes more of a "im so done with you" "argh" "kind" personality: new va gave tighnari life and is on par with the japanese personalty XD while old va had sass in every line, it made tighnari sound like a sassy sleepy dude..the new one made him sound awake

[@saschanerraw6198]

@@ascreamingarcticfox5395 I understand this since I do have favourites in the ENG voice overs (hats to Dainsleif, Zhongli and Ei's VAs). But not ALL the ENG VAs didnt make the voice overs BETTER than the rest (well just my opinion). As much as I love Ayato and Itto, those are the examples of getting their personality quite *wrong* esp the voicelines where Ayato tends to be so aggressive than his other counterparts and Itto...yeah, I listen to all his VL and the chasm quest in all his language voice overs, and his portrayal in ENG version back then is just so...yk, so aggressive as well. I do understand your point but yeah, ENG didnt make ALL of the VL better because of their own "twist" bc sometimes, it diverges from their actual personality that youll actually question who is who (this comes from someone who plays at 3 diff voice overs) 🤷🏻🥴

[@ElethiaNightraven]

He who shall not be named had a more agressive approach with tighnari.

[@kajaphum3657]

lesser sass is more fitting imo because back then tighnari just looked like a sassy drama dude and it doesn’t quite fit his description as a forest watcher. zach’s voice made tighnari sound like he’s tired of everyone’s shit and it’s more fitting, In My Opinion.

[@ToscaTee]

@@saschanerraw6198 ayato’s line about itto has thankfully changed now he appropriately sounds more amused. Eng version has its hits and misses, they certainly have taken many creative liberties in localizing, from xiao’s mischaracterization to zhongli’s unique charm.

[@briibird]

The new VA sounds so good at expressing emotions in their lines!

[@GabeHowardd]

bro sounds like a deadpan, wdym? 😭

[@laurencedioscorides6551]

@@GabeHowardd bro sounds like Gorou with Mika personality, people exaggerate him

[@DebTheDevastator]

Such salty people in the comments, no one would have been good enough for these people. I love the new voice. He hits the key points better. More energy and cockiness during the fight lines and his complete exasperation for fools translate so well.

[@GabeHowardd]

@@DebTheDevastator "More energy" 😂😂

[@SpiderDibs]

​@@GabeHowardd Yeah, NEXT to the og version he would sound like that. Elliot added so much unnecessary sassiness that it changed his whole canon personality.

[@kannent4385]

I love the new VA! I like how his voice is warmer and friendly with occasional deadpan moments. I know some people like the sass of the old VA’s work but I personally feel like some of it feels like overacting, and I find the new VA’s calmer lines more refreshing. Especially if you’re gonna hear it over and over? Everyone is entitled to their own opinion though!

[@fernandozavaletabustos205]

Too bad the old VA did very bad stuff.

[@KISSINGJUDAS]

I don't play in English so as listening this for the first time I like Zachary's voice more, he sounds with more personality than the previous VA

[@simpetea]

Oh! I personally already liked it, but hearing more lines make me believe I can get use to it. The “Heh, can’t see?”, “Heh, let’s nip that in the bud!” and “Who ate a poisonous mushroom this time?…” lines I think was the best ones, and the ones that captured some level of sas. If other lines can match up to them he’ll be a perfect fit, IN MY OPINION of course, I know many dislike this voice and even saying that they will stop playing him because of it. It’s okay to dislike it, but for the people who wants to stop playing him because of it though………..welp- sucks to be you I guess.

[@juanwt]

its actually "lets nip that in the bud" 😂

[@gruescuciprian646]

why so rude

[@SillyCynHehe]

​@Gruescu Ciprian they are not being rude-

[@johnd7760]

did u just say '' butt"? fucking ignorant casuals these days, i can't..

[@MysteriousFuture]

It’s a common mistake I see and wouldn’t want to see people centuries from now wondering how “butt” made sense in the phrase 😂😂😂

[@pyrithmaticgaming]

I've been a Tighnari main since he released. He was my first lvl 90, first fully built artifacts/weapon, etc. I love the new voice actor. It sounds much more realistic, authentic, and true to the character (as seen in cutscenes and story). He sounds much more caring for the applicable lines, and the sarcastic lines seem more natural/realistic to how everyday people talk (at least around me). I'm so glad to have the new VA

[@trilikvlt]

Man I'm the opposite, I ADORED the sassy "I hear everything" vibe... I just came back to Genshin after a few months, and I'm so sad to know the VA has changed. Damn

[@MurakiChiyo]

​@@trilikvlt be sad for the voice but don't be sad they kicked the human scum to the curb

[@kimnamjoonbts]

@@trilikvltwho asked

[@trilikvlt]

@@kimnamjoonbts Why does someone need to ask for anyone to express themselves ? Such a strange tendency, to say « who asked », which is quite immature.

[@snowy3869.]

To be honest I LOVE Zachary Gordon's voiceover. It's a new take on tighnari but it's so well done and it really fits him.

[@Ionlyeatchipzeveryday]

Sadly to admit I guess his old voice did suit him but I really do like the little touches the new VA did in the battle lines (including the "ha" for example) The voice direction is really odd, but hopefully his new voice will grow on me :)

[@scarxnnivs]

Just out of curiosity. Close your eyes and try to imagine Tighnari talking, focus on face expressions and body movement. Zachary's main career path is acting, and seems that actors often sound more "lifeless" when voice-acting (which makes sense, since acting puts lots of emphasis on body expression.)

[@Elliarts54]

Tried it, figured out old voice started to get on my nerves after one second. New voice felt invigorating, like someone who’s walking besides me and freely talking, feeling safe expressing themselves around me. The old one felt more closed off, almost as a toxic person at times, which Tighnari def shouldn’t be. It’s interesting how different each voice actor version is, I love the differences the new va made for Tighnari☺️

[@tranquillite1351]

I agree. Most of the lines delivered felt like a dead end and lacked personality. One can easily spot what's good acting and what's bad/okay-ish. Voice acting methods be different from being a performer......

[@viridi7755]

my brain decided to imagine Greg instead .-.

[@TrueMonkeyNinja]

I disagree, the new VA has much more life in his performance.

[@Serqphic]

​@@TrueMonkeyNinja yeah it doesn't even sound that bad, I guess people just can't let go of things and start again

[@flibble2816]

I LOVE THIS VOICE ! some of the lines are just SO SO much better and closer to what i was imagining for him

[@karkador]

YES!!!

[@KaagKagamine5]

I don't play in English but new VA sounds a lot more friendly, I don't know why whenever I hear him speak before it felt like he had a hard time being nice or didn't enjoy his job.

[@jianna009]

his condescending attitude may just be bcuz he was always a prodigy. im not saying that all prodigies are like this, but when ur brought up in an environment where everyone thinks ur good at everything and tries to force u to do stuff u dont want bcuz they think it’s “best for u” then ofc ur gonna end up acting a bit arrogant. at least that’s how i was brought up. i’ve learned to act nicer though, and it’s only w those im close w that i can genuinely be myself and forget that ppl think im just a “nerd”

[@niffleraku]

@@jianna009 My interpretation was he sounded more condescending with the older voice bc they were trying to go for the "fuck the akademiya and these idiots" approach

[@jianna009]

@@niffleraku LOL thats a good interpretation, i like that

[@WazzupNigga]

@@jianna009 the original says otherwise. He sounds more polite in cn and jp. I don't know about the kr one.

[@johnd7760]

Your lack of eng va experience shows so it's hard to understand it, hence your false perspective. Stick with the jpn female voice, that's definitely better 💀😉

[@ivann9924]

I wished i played the archon quest later (and getting tighnari later) because the old voice is so iconic and suits tighnari really well. Really loved how he sounds in the old voiceovers because the voice is just so distinctive from other characters. Wished the VA didn't do the thing he did because the voice he did was awesome. The new Tighnari voice sounds nerdier a bit but i guess it will grow on me over time

[@measlesplease1266]

His old voice sounds homosexual too feminized.

[@2D_Emerald]

@@measlesplease1266 I really disagree, but even if it was overly feminine how is that a bad thing?? not to defend the old VA but I don't at all see the point you're making

[@JhonnyStone100]

@@2D_Emeraldhe’s just another brainless drone unable to separate a person from a character

[@StarkeeperLen]

ohhh I actually really like how the new va in some situations has an a lot more annoyed or tired tone! His voice seems a bit stronger and also a bit more youthful! It'll take awhile to get used to the change but honestly I'm personally happy with the new va

[@SamiiSam128]

People can say what they like, but i think this voice suits tighnari. Its the best we can probably get since Hoyoverse had to work fast for a new VA. Im looking forward to hearing the voice in game. Lets not judge until its in game!

[@MysteriousFuture]

It will take time to get used to but it will come to pass

[@TheMattVis]

​@@MysteriousFuture Yeah, people really is exaggerating too much. At least for me, he's voice already sounds close to the old one. To be with in characters, the VA need some time to voicing it and have interaction with other characters.

[@offbrandbiscuit]

"let's not judge until it's in the game" bro, it's not gonna magically sound different just because you're hearing it in the game as opposed to hearing it on a video. Zachary isn't a bad VA but the choice to cast him as Tighnari is just a mid choice when there are far better options out there. These aren't demo reels you're hearing where he's trying to get acquainted with the character, this is the final product. This is what it will be like in the game. Waste of a comment not even gonna lie

[@TheMattVis]

@@offbrandbiscuit Yeah but what choice they have? In case you forgot, this is CN games, as long the staff and VA in CN is not having trouble, they would keep moving, especially if you seen the trailer for 3.6, Tighnari and Sumeru characters is on the Highlights. Meaning he will appear in the story, and you expect to him not having VA at all? When Tighnari appears with his old voice in the trailer patch before, you can see many viewer is disgusted by him, cause at that time the trailer already got recorded. You would say it's mid, but even if there's a better voice for Tighnari out there, this is the choice the EN takes. Like it or not, this is what happen.

[@ilyaszulkarnain]

This is just like Barbara emo vs cheerful all over again, me personally I like tighnari new voice more than the old one because the new one doesn't sound like he's pinching his nose while talking

[@ilovekaeya]

Wai, he sounds way better than I thought he would! Can't wait to finally hear all of his voice lines!

[@Dragonlord826]

Tighnari's new va matches his design, but his old matched his personality a bit more.

[@MP-tz7mf]

I dunno. The new voice feels so much more natural to me. I like the way he uses volume to change nuance in his voice like how he makes his voice softer about adventurers doing their own thing, like he's saying it under his breath. He sounds more enthusiastic about gathering samples, too, like the nerd he is. You can almost imagine his tail wagging. Also, his battle lines sound growly. Feels more suitable for combat.

[@redstorm4032]

“Can’t see?” And “I hear everything” are the only lines I think the old VA did better, and under the circumstances, it’s a worthy sacrifice. I love Tighnari’s new voice 🥺

[@shamsielshahar120]

For me the old VA's version while in combat was better but the rest the newer VA is better

[@Axe-wieldingFox]

OMG this new one is SO ADORABLE! Also the sass when Tighnari mocks the adventurer's is so cute. This one sounds more genuinely sweet, especially in the "don't be afraid to make mistakes" part (imo anyways) I guess I'm used to broadway actors being changed out so I was so excited to hear a new version of Tighnari, I love it already! I love the little 'hah'-snickers!

[@hikaritx]

Hah, another test subject

[@alexyz9430]

It's like Hoyo's English voice talent agency has been developing a kink for 🤓🤓🤓 type voices more

[@wisteria0971]

💀

[@Not_obligated2care]

Gotta represent the fanbase 😭 😂 - 🤓

[@MrsCutieeCake]

Or it feels like that Tighnari is actually a nerd when it come to plants.

[@eath2606]

​@@MrsCutieeCake Wth do you mean? All plant nerds havou to sound like that? I am a plant nerd and i know many such people and we sound nothing like this mika imitation

[@JhonnyStone100]

😹😹😹😹

[@Firefly_night]

i love the new one~!

[@retroistic.]

it doesnt sound as good also stfu holy shit you say

[@-Quinchysan]

I love the new voice actor!! Zachary did amazing. Im glad hoyoverse didnt keep the old one. And the fact Zachary is Greg heffley?! Thats awesome! And the new VA sounds a little more cleaner and more emotional in a good way.

[@yven9959]

i love the new voice! in my opinion it suits tighnari its calming and smooth but a bit sassy

[@byosora]

Im going to miss the old one it suited him so well, its one of reasons I fell in love with Tighnari when he first came out

[@floraslia]

Okay but be happy that they replaced him and we don’t have a p*do voicing him anymore

[@kawansiesquad6659]

Same, tighnari didn’t stand out to me at all except for his ears until I heard his voicelines

[@byosora]

@@floraslia I’m very happy that he got replaced but his old voice suited him so well

[@Quinqyincy]

@@floraslia fr

[@N1skibidirizzler]

I agree I really liked his old voice but it’s better that the va isn’t a pedo now

[@Who_is_Toast]

New Tighnari got a Mika-fication💀

[@wisteria0971]

Took 🤓 to a new level

[@destinyehiozuwa7754]

This new va needs improvement but he'll get there

[@bizarrebread9032]

Definitely sounds kinda like Mika 😭

[@thespiceinclover798]

I really like the new va! The old one sounded like an in-your-face kind of sassy, while the new one sounds like he’s judging you from across the room…I also think he does the action lines better, he gave a lot of life to the elemental burst lines!

[@elisabethpoland2967]

I honestly like both. The new VA does make Tighnari sound younger, but I think it still fits and he comes across a lot friendlier

[@Yo_miojo]

Yes!😊

[@chickennerd2085]

Zachary' Tighnary version is like Tom Holland's Spiderman. They gave "geek" charm which were actually in line with the character. I actually like Zach VA.

[@xiali5242]

In my opinion the new VA should add a bit of tone to tighnari this has that same vibe but the tone still isn't working should he have a bit of tone like the old one and sass too over all still amazing job to the new VA for voicing tighnari

[@aceofpurity]

The last one is crazy, Elliots tone makes us think tignari is happy and excited whilst ith Zach it feels like tignari is being assertive and it's like a job

[@Destiny_sm]

He wasn’t originally supposed to be sassy as the old VA made him out to be so I’m glad they toned it down.

[@xiali5242]

Well it's kinda iconic hearing tighnari being sassy and having that tone to his AHEM former VA but could be improve with some changes I pretty sure they allowed tighnari to have that tone or something I just AHHH I'm gonna miss his old voice but what has to be done is done I feel like the new VA is gonna be awesome with some changes to his tone I guess but eh we'll see 🙈 I'm in love with the voice acting of him

[@whitneybennett4857]

@@Destiny_sm I'm inclined to agree. It's going to take time to get accustomed to hearing this voice, but it just seemed like they overdid it a bit with the sass in the original. I mean, I definitely don't mind a good bit of sass, but previously it seemed like the majority of Tighnari's personality was based around him being annoyed about something 95% of the time.

[@sparg_mm]

there is no "should add". all voice lines are done and recorded. he'll be like this forever

[@squidcat5311]

I will miss his old Voice qwq I don't like what the Old VA did but it's still a fact that he made an amazing job in Voicing Thignari!! And I know the new VA was supposed to sound different from the old one but i still can't get used to it :c

[@tranquillite1351]

I think Zachary just needs to improve on some of the line delivery and put a bit of emotions into them.....Other than that, he is fine.

[@diecedanque2240]

He will never voice act again so not so amazing. What he should do is commit himself to theraphy so he can have some control sending his deek pics to minors.

[@kalix270]

you dont like what the old va did but you missed his voice? Pick a struggle dawg. What if you are a minor and Elliot is using his TIghnari voice to tell you to touch yourself and asking to send him pic of your private parts? Sure you can't imagine that, that's how you could say you miss his old voice. He doesn't deserve any praise from anyone and that's more factual than what you are claiming he did an amazing job. It's his last voice work after all and wouldnt be his last if he actually did an 'amazing job'. So I'd say get your facts right. Way to end his shortlived career.

[@squidcat5311]

@tranquillite1351 Yes I mean I would also need some practice on voice acting ^^; and I didn't wanted to say that Zachary did not a great job ^^; he did and even in less time then the others that's amazing ^^

[@squidcat5311]

@kalix270 Yoo chill i just said that I will miss Thignaris old Voice this still doesn't mean that i support Elliot :/ I know how it is to get fooled by Someone who is older then you so i know that it's very terrible what he did and I didn't wanted to say that the New VA didn't made a good job but i think I need some time to get used to it ^^; and I see nothing wrong with it that i would miss Thignaris old Voice bcs im just talking about the Voice and not about the person who is Voicing him you know maybe i didn't made myself that clear to understand what I mean but i hope you know now what I mean ^^

[@bobafrost7366]

Sounds slightly more lifeless (not just the sass taken down a few notches), but this is still way better than my initial impression of him and maybe he'll improve with time as he grows more used to playing Tighnari & warms into his new role (just like Paimon's VA did)! *Edit:* I woke up to find the thread under my comments fighting which I wasn't expecting! *Please stay civil with each other under here guys and don't warp or twist other people's words!* I say that to both sides of the fight under here going on, not just one or the other! Personally, I can see both sides of the argument (minus where it got uncivil). The side that believe he will get better with time and grow into the character. That's exactly what I believe. To me, he just sounds unexperienced as a VA (not to mention the rushing they must have gone through to re-record so many lines in a short time period), but believe he does possess the potential needed to portray Tighnari- to re-summarize everything I already said in my original comment. And on the other side of those arguing I also see words being warped and twisted from their actual meaning, as someone else under another comment said quote, "The preference of the voice shouldn't be linked to the voice actor, they could get a new voice actor with a similar interpretation of the character. It's just sad it's come to this." - end quote. As in referring to the interpretation/portrayal of the character being the same, not meaning they want the specific actor himself. Some people find it easier to disassociate the actors voice from the character than others, but this is being misinterpreted and taken as saying the latter. Please do not warp each other's words! Calling any person who sounds similar to Tighnari "triggering" and should not be used is a slippery slope bc by logic that would automatically make all the other well-known VAs who have identical sounding characters from established anime shows also automatically "triggering" just for sounding just like him as well. This is a harmful & dangerously slippery slope to take bc it would deem these innocent people who are not that evil individual as triggering just for sounding like him, which is not only harmful and unfair to those individuals but goes to show the importance of disassociating a character from their VA. His voice should remain the same as Mihoyo intended just with a new VA, but his interpretation/portrayal remaining as unchanged as possible as the company's original intentions/vision for the character. That Eliot creeps' actions should not under any circumstance affect the character, which is exactly what that would be doing. There's no two ways about it, that's what it would be doing. There were plenty of regular people who also sounded similar sending in samples trying to get noticed that were also among the names passed around on social media and by that logic, all of their voices would be triggering as well. I can't emphasize enough that logic is a slippery slope starting to be against anyone who sounds a certain way bc of one bad individual who is not them and should not affect them, but the person I quoted summed it up perfectly in simpler words.

[@bobafrost7366]

My answer to the person who deleted their comment before I could reply: (Don't worry, I understand how you meant it and here's my answer since you were curious, if you even see this now lol). Yeah, I hear a lot of people think/feel that way about Paimon's voice compared to her old (honestly I like both), but I was really comparing in terms of expressiveness! She may more childish sounding & annoying to some now lol, but you can't deny she's way more expressive than originally! So I was saying maybe Tighnari's new VA will become more expressive with time as well!

[@Vulpeon.]

i agree, i also hope that the sass comes back since it's literally a part of his character now

[@gloomm553]

Yess i hope so but for me i think it fits him because he looks young

[@kawaiimika7974]

I hate it the more I listen to him. Before: LET'S GO GATHER SOME SAMPLES 🐶🥰 Now: Let's go gather some samples 😐😒👓

[@marig6202]

@@kawaiimika7974 jeez dude..

[@itsyeetorbeyeeted936]

Fun Fact (if you didn't already know): Zachary Gordon played Greg Heffley in the live-action Diary of a Wimpy Kid movies a few years ago. He also voiced Hayner in Kingdom Hearts 3.

[@zahraailsa6538]

I LOVE THE NEW VOICE OF TIGHNARI 😭😭😭💕💕💕 Thank you Zach Gordon, for making it more incredible and amazing and awsome!! 💕💕

[@hyperhypochondriac3378]

I love new voice so much! It's nerdier, more mature and calm, but in battle he sounds like "I'll bury you alive" and the voicelines are much clearer

[@ArmanAli-ci9bg]

NGL i still like old VA voice lines i feel like it's suits his caracter really well

[@retroistic.]

EXACTLY FINALLY SOMEONE WHO AGREES W ME

[@starrysky6586]

tighnari's personality in lore is far from how the old va characterized him though. he's a character consitently described as very kind, not sassy nor arrogant. he has his moments when he's tired of people refusing to listen to his warnings, but outside of that, he's mostly very calm and gentle.

[@Raikos100]

@@starrysky6586 Being sassy/tsundere as he was, don't make him any less kind. Also arrogant is a stretch. He is young, a prodigy and everyone around him was a bunch of A holes (reason why he left the akademia) and no one usually listens to him till they need his help. Even his best friend keeps making annoying dad jokes when near him, knowing very well he hates it. If he is not sassy from all that, he is just a robot imo. His lines are FULL of irony. The voice was popular and loved in NA bcs of that. It's like when you see Zhongli NA and other languages (He added a ridiculous amount of POWER to the character).

[@starrysky6586]

@@Raikos100 lore wise he was never sassy nor a tsundere. even his JP va said his sarcasm only comes out when he's exasperated by repetitive mistakes mostly done by reckless adventurers. he can have sharp tongue sometimes, but mostly when it concerns people's safety, as mentioned by collei. in character story he's implied to be very humble. he always says his life as a forest ranger is fairly simple even though it's evident he has done a lot to reform the forest ranger system and has a lot of achievements as a researcher. he initally disliked the akademiya more because how they'd gatekeep knowledge, as he thinks it's something that should be shared. the one who dislikes how much of an 'asshole' scholars could get is cyno. he does not hate cyno's jokes. he just doesn't think they're as funny as cyno thought, but he still lets cyno be anyway knowing it's a sign that cyno considers you as close to him or is in a good mood. it's obvious they have the tsukkomi-boke dynamic when it comes to joke. cyno knows when to not joke around with tighnari too, as said in archon quest. see? prev. EN va messed up so bad that y'all think tighnari hates his jokes. in other languages he's more like "sighs.. again?" if you prefer complete mischaracterization just like what happened with xiao's EN dub, then you do you.

[@tranquillite1351]

@@Raikos100 I agree with you. It was a very unique voice on a very unique character. He did add so much life into Tighnari. Too bad he ended up being trash of a human being.....

[@bnd2nd]

New voice makes him sound more like a ranger than a researcher. Not worse, just... different.

[@annunow921]

Yeah in all honesty we can agree that Elliot did such a good job that people's expectations for the new VA is high but the new Va ain't even bad it kind fits him more I know people were complaining about how they wish they took more time to find a VA which they can't because there's a deadline Atleast they changed it though

[@jojomuppet1820]

​@@annunow921 Aka Elliot 2.0 instead of embracing change

[@ventilatorkinn]

zachary nailed it!!! love his voice more, it matches Tighnari’s personality!! and overall he’s really nice and i love watching his streams hahha

[@bjarrk]

I miss his old voice but Zach did an amazing job

[@Murrgenti]

Tighnari’s voice was my favorite. Especially the voice lines in the desert when he’s suffering from the heat. Now it’s not. Sounds like Mika or someone else. I’m crying.

[@NyehNyeh12]

Interesting. I feel like the old va always sounded so….soulless to me. He felt boring, and idk, creepy? Mind it this was before the news. I just always though his voice was very odd sounding. I love the new va personally.

[@_.hybrids._1680]

I agree with you. Now he just sounds like a generic smart person. I’m not blaming the VA, but the director.

[@havicmaking]

@@NyehNyeh12 he has this odd lisp like a stereotypical nerd character from a shitty cartoon from the 2000’s. I dislike Elliot but let’s not pretend that the new VA is better either.

[@elizza8770]

​@@_.hybrids._1680 i mean, generic smart person is supposed to be what he first passes off as right

[@1eah]

@@NyehNyeh12 i toootally agree with u. i never liked his og voice actor bc it just sounded odd and he sounded like an old man

[@veruqualuxterna3349]

New voice sound like they unable to find fast for new V.A so they pick anyone will do seems. Even though That Old V.A might did something morally wrong you can't argue that his voice for Tighnari is excellent, it just to bad after update it's gone for good. Sassy Voice Tighnari shall be miss .

[@Yaoyue春]

now yo'u can hear let's nip that in the bud clearly... but the "Can't see" bops

[@touyaoyagi]

The new one is so good. I might be bias as a diary of a wimpy kid fan but its still good and sounds more soft honestly

[@Burgerboy]

Dude that's the guy who played Greg Heffley in the Diary of a Wimpy kid movies

[@darnell8979]

the new VA sounds innocent and humble much like goru does. i dont hate it. it will take some getting used to but its over all very cute so im happy ^^

[@laurencedioscorides6551]

lol yeah I was thinking that he sounds like certain someone, i think its like a mix of gorou and mika

[@Khoi16]

Hopefully in the future they redo these lines after Zackary Gordon understands Tighnari’s Character more, most of the attack sounds are really good, however I hope he can eventually capture more of his sass in his profile voice lines

[@Sypherz]

Agreed. He doesn't sound sassy, he sounds sarcastic - and sarcastic easily comes across as mean. But mostly, to me, this voice sounds immature and whiny. However, I can hear real potential in a few of his lines, so I hope they do re-do them.

[@angelemily2201]

0:46 as a tighnari main I heard this voice line soooo many times and honestly I'll probably miss the old one due to nostalgia but I'll hopefully get used to the new va soon ❤ Tighnari was a comfort character to me so I'm really sad and disappointed by his old va 😥

[@Astralysterious]

Obviously, the old VA is so much better than the new one. When I first heard a new voice I thought it was just Mika's VA with a different tone. Only to find out later that it was a completely different person. Now we have two different characters with a similar voice and manner of speech. GJ Hoyo

[@jasmineb5252]

I didn't like the old voice from the beginning and I kind of got used to it but it still didn't feel right but Zachary's voice was really how I initially thought Tighnari's voice should sound, I really enjoy it!

[@candyperl3697]

The I hear everything line should be changed Old voice : I.HEAR.EVERYTHING ! New voice : I HEAR EVERYTHING The new voice should put a small wait between the words Exept that he is nice

[@retroistic.]

yeah he didnt put a wait between anything its fucking shit

[@Kizakoe]

I am actually quite sad I really loved Tighnari old voice, he had so much sass and it was my favorite, of all characters… I want to be clear, I am not ok with what happened But that voice was so good I just feel sad… I kind of hoped it would never happen tbh just for how good it was

[@wolfmanflame12]

I agree. Not defending what he did in the slightest, but I definitely loved his Tighnari when I first heard it.

[@MilkyTeax_25]

I agree, hate to see that such a good voice for tighnari belonged to such a $h!tty person. What he did was horrible of course, but i feel like tighnari lost the sass a bit.

[@laurencedioscorides6551]

@@MilkyTeax_25 Agree what a fkin idiot Elliot was, wasting his talent just like that

[@laurencedioscorides6551]

fully agree, old Tighnari voice is goated, my fav beside Zhongli and Scaramouche

[@whoami-vf5om]

i agree, i can't imagine the scene when Dottore and Tighnari faceoff during the Archon quest with this new voice

[@tsunderemerc2963]

Just comparing them objectively, I prefer the old one. The new one doesn't suit Tighnari very well to me sounding younger, rather than the wise and mature forest ranger the game portrays him as. I get why they radically changed it and all, but i think they could have at least given him a slightly deeper and more calm voice, especially his more active Q and E lines sort of sound like he's trying to do a Sonic impression or something

[@cytrusasid]

I mean, the Community all thought Nari's old voice didn't suit him the first time he was introduced; sounding like a bootleg sassy mickey mouse, but grew to the point that lotta liked the voice when it's now abt to be gone. We'll be used to his new voice then this time too, it's just a matter of time until familiarity bias kicks in again.

[@Axe-wieldingFox]

tbf a preference will always be subjective - there are different ways to see a character. For example I prefer Barbara's new voice and I think it fits her character better but a lot of people say they think her old voice fit her character better, it's all subjective.

[@mwuahugz1115]

I think it's all just a matter of time til we get used to the new VA.

[@achmadputra2]

Oh really? I thought you guys didn't like Tighnari's voice when he was first introduced, I remember that y'all saying his voice was "too sassy". I guess that drama will repeat again this time.

[@Synphss]

You just gotta get used to him, plus tighnari isn't canonically sassy, yk who just made it seem that way.

[@fajrifalah6907]

Old Voice really Fit Tighnari as a scholar an educated person with those calming voice But the new one Is like he's the smartest person in class that Graduate sooner than the others

[@novathefallenstarwarrior]

I still can't believe this is being done by Greg "Dairy of a whimpy kid" Heffley. What is going on

[@trevwright93]

As shitty as he-who-shall-not-be-named is, I will admit. He did bring a certain life to Tighnari. It was enjoying listening to his voicelines. Now I LOVE Zach. He’s quite adorable. Do I think he’s the right fit for Tighnari? Eh. Maybe it’s a case of the more I hear, the more it fits. But I’m glad the whole thing is over and we can stop holding our breath. CONGRATS ZACHARY!!

[@diaryanjo]

I play Genshin Impact in Japanese Dub and I'm not in Sumeru yet so I have yet to meet Tighnari (officially). I've only met him briefly during the Windblume event and again, was in Japanese Dub. I can see why Original was unique because of his tone. But I honestly like the direction Zachery is going with Tighnari. He sounds like an experienced and wise Forest Ranger. Each VA has their own perks but I personally like the new VA. Give him lots of love guys. We need more positivity in the community then trying to tear each other down.

[@ZeddPlay]

I like the new one a lot more than the old one. There was just something about the old one that bugged me

[@retroistic.]

no shit there was abt elliot but this one sounds way worse omfg bruuhhh

[@heatherxo4374]

​@@retroistic.INNIT

[@despressso]

@@retroistic. there’s no way “ill uproot you” sounds bad by zach it sounds like an actual burst now

[@prawnfishh]

@@retroistic. its cute 😭

[@retroistic.]

@@prawnfishh but ruins his personality

[@ashxxga3ha51]

I really love Tighnaris old voice because I’m used to it and since I play him a a lot with English dub and but I’m happy Hoyoverse took action and changed his voice.

[@jesterinspirit]

I'll be one of many to argue that Zach's sass delivery OUTCLASSES *he who shall not be named* sass delivery for Tighnari and in general,sounds more like a dissapointed and concerned mother that Tighnari is wich I find funny for Tighnari

[@user89389]

Honestly? I like the new VA. I think he did a great job, especially considering how much they probably had to rush the whole process to replace the voicelines so quickly. I'm pretty sure it normally takes longer than this, I wouldn't be surprised if Zachary didn't have as many chances to practice and retry his lines as a VA normally would. At least that's the feeling I get, like some lines he could get better (especially short ones, those would be quicker to retry), and others fall a bit behind (mostly the long ones). It also seems like they wanted to go for a different vibe (for a reason), and they don't entirely have it figured out just yet. That'll come in time. So far this Tighari seems a lot more into the fight, he sounds more fired up, and I kinda like that. At the same time, he sounds a lot more done with everyone's BS, and since he's Cyno's friend, I find that to be very funny. I can't wait to hear how he reacts to Cyno's jokes. I'm looking forward to hearing Zachary's voicelines in future content, hopefully when things are recorded under different circumstances, and less as an emergency measure.

[@ScripturientMuse]

I like Zach’s voice for him so much better. I never liked the old VA because I found his delivery very condescending and arrogant, which didn’t feel right for the gentle but scolding older brother vibes I like for this character. I think Zach has captured a kindness and curiosity that was missing from the original performance. Thanks for putting this together!

[@Fairy-Uvinq]

I feel you. This is how tigh sounds in my head tbh

[@ScripturientMuse]

@@Fairy-Uvinq Same! This is what I pictured before I ever heard him and so was very put off by the tone of the original VA as a result.

[@EntityXR0]

Agreed

[@marig6202]

Yup!! That’s exactly how I feel and how I assumed he would be when I first met him!

[@leturna9866]

Honestly, you're right. I did feel at times that the old VA made him sound like an ass, especially when he was talking to/about Cyno.

[@kibathefang6022]

Voice be like: Razor upgrade to Mika upgrade to Tighnari

[@iz_ryojinn]

Ah yes I can sense some razor too

[@Zoldykk.]

Zachary fits tighnari very well, because he sounds so bright, king, and gentle.

[@Xic-]

As a newer genshin player who’s currently doing the archon quest in sumeru, I was not aware that he used to sound like this 😭 it feels so out of character, I totally prefer the new one 🤧

[@dreamworld6957]

I think this new VA should have played the whole sumeru Archon quest. That would give him at least some idea about the character. 🙂

[@Demigod2NE3]

Yup it will be replaced gradually. But the priority are the standard voice we hear always and the new dialogues on the story quests

[@dreamworld6957]

@@Demigod2NE3 true

[@notspooky1990]

They had less than two months to do all the voices in the game. Most VA roles don’t have this kind of urgency.

[@spacewalrus9210]

eh - people probably need to watch Cy yu vod on Tighnari VA. He kinda explained with new VA they'll keep it same themeing around Tignahri but overall want to seperate from old VA as much as possible. He was talking mainly voice tones but this could probably apply to the sass old VA gave. Trying a different approach to separate from old VA. I can hear a bit of sass but just not as much as old which im fine with. Im interested in direction they'll do with new VA

[@anfir9218]

​@@spacewalrus9210 meh, i just want deeper and clam voice, Gordon to "funny"? I think

[@kibathefang6022]

The comparison shows just how much character has been put into Tighnari's OG EN voice. I'm gonna miss it so badly.

[@nekonions]

Yeah but sucks that the previous VA is a despicable human

[@rachel9209]

​@@nekonions so true

[@goldebrine7675]

​@@nekonions The preference of the voice shouldn't be linked to the voice actor, they could get a new voice actor with a similar interpretation of the character. It's just sad it's come to this.

[@goldebrine7675]

I don't mind the new VA but I'll miss the accent and sass.

[@floraslia]

Y’all stop being selfish. I don’t think the victims would like to hear a voice that sounds too similar to their abuser’s voice while they play the game.

[@masterdementer]

I'm gonna miss the old voice of Tighnari, cuz its one of the calm voices which is instantly gets on top of your head like Diluc, Zhongli, Cyno, Albedo, Ayaka and probably more but cant recall the names. Still the new ones sounds good as well.

[@reverieieie]

Zachary did amazing. Love the softer and more diligent tone, he still managed to capture some sass and impatience too! Looking forward to his future work as well.

[@scrivenerdenograde7661]

Ngl as used to "the unnamed" as I am, the new VA fits Tighnari's character better. He sounds done with everyone versus the "I'm fine they're always like this" that the old voice gave

[@neptune5233]

Personally I am in love with the new voice, especially his elemental burst, I can actually hear “Bud” and it actually sounds like him. I love it!

[@antspkrvsk6783]

Люблю старый голос Тигнари. И буду очень скучать по нему.

[@antspkrvsk6783]

@Giovanna Mirabile Agree. The voice actor was still a professional. He very subtly beat different emotions in intonations. I love Tignari's character and I'm used to his old voice, but now it's like a stranger to me. PS, I wrote this text with the help of a translator. If there are mistakes, I apologize.

[@reviebetito6285]

Why does he sound like grown up Mika I can't -

[@Daxim30Z]

I feel so sad about Elliot and his corruption. I don't hate him, however its dissapointing what he done. Zach is awesome.

[@Tamslop]

I miss his old voice, do not miss the old VA.

[@ra1animatez]

I actually like the New VA. He did his best and I appreciate it! ❤

[@annunow921]

Yeah the only thing I'm worried about is if people attack the New VA just because it doesn't meet expectations as we know the genshin community can be quite toxic

[@ra1animatez]

@@annunow921 👆 Top reasons why I hate the Genshin fandom

[@cookidouqh]

2:03 THE WAY HE SOUNDS SO CONFUSED I LOVE IT

[@Lunasakura]

i will miss the lively OG EN. i always think that voice has the exact sass and the excitement of tighnari's job and profession.

[@tranquillite1351]

It was easily top 10 iconic voice in genshin, but that human just ended up being horrible. Oh well, his loss.

[@karmaakabane9727]

Coming back here, I realized I was just used to the old tighnari voice back then without judging equally. The new voice lines are way better. There's this abrupt change in voicelines from sumeru until the new patches (when hsr was released) making the voice lines more descriptive rather than it sounding like it invites children to play the game. This same voice line technique I was talking about is also the same as how hsr does their voice lines: clear, descriptive, full of emotion yet not child-like.