Is Aha's Design Missing That “Aeon” Factor?
Personally, I actually like the concept of Nihilux's new design. The Queen of Hearts inspiration fits the Alice in Wonderland influence surrounding the Elation cast really well, and the red/white/black palette looks fantastic.
But I can't ignore the criticism either. The detached sleeves, exposed shoulders, short skirt, stockings, and overall silhouette are all very familiar HSR design language. And considering THEY are an Aeon, one of the most incomprehensible beings in the setting, I wonder if the design should have pushed further.
We've already seen people compare Nihilux to Sparxie and other HSR women, while others think the Queen of Hearts motif makes the similarities completely intentional.
So what do you think? Is Nihilux's design appropriately iconic for Aha, or did HoYo play it too safe with the design of their first playable Aeon?