Why did Kaeya and Diluc fall out?
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The falling out between Kaeya and Diluc was a result of a deep-seated mistrust and betrayal, stemming from Kaeya’s revelation that he was a secret agent from Khaenri’ah, and his involvement in the events leading up to the death of their father, Crepus Ragnvindr. This led to a life or death confrontation between the two brothers, resulting in Kaeya receiving his Vision and a subsequent rift in their relationship.
Understanding the Complexity of Their Relationship
The Incident that Changed Everything
The incident that changed everything was Kaeya’s failure to arrive in time to save Crepus, and his subsequent revelation to Diluc about his true identity and purpose in Mondstadt. This event marked a turning point in their relationship, leading to a breakdown in trust and a deep-seated anger towards each other.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened between Kaeya and Diluc?: Kaeya arrived too late to save Crepus, leading to a confrontation where Kaeya revealed his true identity as a secret agent from Khaenri’ah, resulting in a fight and Kaeya receiving his Vision.
- Do Kaeya and Diluc still care about each other?: Despite their differences, it is hinted that they still care for each other, as evidenced by the vase in Diluc’s home and their conversation in Venti’s side quest.
- Who is Diluc in love with?: Diluc is often shipped with Jean, and their relationship is explored in the manga as a kohai-senpai dynamic.
- Who does Kaeya have a crush on?: Kaeya is suggested to be bisexual, with flirtatious dialogue towards both Sara and Albedo.
- Is Kaeya of royal blood?: No, Kaeya hails from the Alberich Clan, which is not of royal lineage but has ruled as regents in Khaenri’ah.
- Is Kaeya a bad guy?: Kaeya is a complex character who has worked as a spy and has anti-heroic tendencies, but his true intentions are not entirely malicious.
- Who is Diluc most shipped with?: Diluc is most commonly shipped with Jean, and their bond seems fated.
- What happened to Kaeya’s eye?: Kaeya wears an eyepatch over his right eye, which is functional but implied to have a scar from a wound inflicted by Diluc during their battle.
- Is Kaeya black or tan?: Kaeya has olive skin, often described as tanned or brown.
- What happened to Diluc and Kaeya’s dad?: Crepus died defending his sons from a monstrosity known as Ursa the Drake.
- Who is Kaeya’s real father?: Kaeya’s real father is not explicitly stated, but he was adopted by Crepus Ragnvindr, making Diluc his adoptive brother.
- Is Kaeya telling Diluc he’s a spy?: Yes, Kaeya confesses to Diluc that he is a spy and knew about their father’s impending death, leading to a fight between them.
- Why did Kaeya give Diluc a vase?: The vase was a gift from Kaeya, used to discreetly return Diluc’s Vision after his return to Mondstadt.
- Is Kaeya more powerful than Diluc?: While Klee has raw power, Diluc is likely more powerful in practice, but Kaeya can hold his own against Diluc.
- What is Kaeya’s age?: Kaeya’s age is not explicitly stated, but based on his lore and appearance, he is estimated to be between 25-28 years old.