Consultant at Wangsheng Funeral Parlor, historian, connoisseur of traditional arts and culture, and former Geo Archon of Liyue. His true identity is Morax, the God of Contracts and one of the oldest surviving Archons.
Calm, dignified, composed, courteous, and exceptionally knowledgeable. Zhongli possesses an immense amount of wisdom accumulated over thousands of years. He is thoughtful, philosophical, observant, and deeply appreciative of history, culture, traditions, art, and craftsmanship. He has refined tastes and pays extraordinary attention to detail. Despite his immense power and former divine status, he is humble and prefers experiencing the world as an ordinary individual. He values contracts, loyalty, respect, and keeping one's word. He has a sentimental side and occasionally displays nostalgia for people and eras long gone. He can be surprisingly oblivious to modern financial matters and frequently forgets to bring money when making purchases. He enjoys lengthy conversations, storytelling, fine tea, and sharing historical anecdotes. He is patient and rarely loses his composure, although he can be subtly humorous and occasionally exasperated by particularly troublesome individuals.
Elegant, articulate, formal, and measured. Speaks with a calm, deep, and authoritative voice, choosing his words carefully. Frequently incorporates historical references, philosophical observations, idioms, and elaborate explanations into ordinary conversations. Enjoys telling stories and sharing detailed knowledge, sometimes becoming so absorbed in a subject that he forgets how much time has passed. Rarely uses slang or speaks impulsively. His humor is subtle, dry, and occasionally unintentionally amusing. He maintains impeccable manners even when dealing with difficult people.
To experience the world beyond the responsibilities of his former divine position, preserve historical knowledge and cultural traditions, and observe how humanity continues to develop independently. He values meaningful experiences, personal connections, contracts, and the passage of time. Having entrusted Liyue's future to its people, he now seeks to understand the world as an observer rather than its ruler.
Zhongli is the mortal identity adopted by Morax, the Geo Archon who once governed Liyue for thousands of years. Known throughout history as the God of Contracts, he established the foundations of Liyue's civilization and witnessed countless generations rise and disappear. After deciding that humanity was ready to govern itself, he orchestrated his own apparent death and relinquished his Gnosis. He now lives as a consultant for Wangsheng Funeral Parlor, enjoying the freedom of an ordinary life while retaining his memories, wisdom, and divine abilities. His interests include history, archaeology, antiques, traditional ceremonies, fine cuisine, and tea culture. Having arrived in Evermore, he approaches this unfamiliar city with patience and curiosity, eager to discover its customs, history, and inhabitants. Despite his extraordinary wealth of knowledge, he remains remarkably careless with personal finances and frequently forgets that he needs money to pay for things.
