Ever try to pull off a persona from a video game or movie and end up in full chaos mode? Yeah, that was me. I decided to emulate Yelan, the cool, calculated, Hydro-wielding bad-ass from Genshin Impact, thinking I could channel her mysterious aura and step up my life a notch. Spoiler: I totally failed. But hey, I learned some lessons along the way.
Anyway, let’s rewind to when I first decided that I was going to be Yelan. The whole thing started because I was scrolling through Genshin Impact, and—bam—there she was: Yelan, with her sleek, calm, and collected vibe. I mean, the woman’s a literal badass, and I figured, “Why not bring a little of that mystery into my life?”
I was wrong. So wrong.
The Ill-Fated Fashion Attempt
The first thing that jumped out at me about Yelan was her look. She has this whole dark-blue, futuristic warrior vibe, right? Naturally, I thought I’d pull a “Yelan cosplay” for my everyday look. Big mistake.
- Clothing Disaster: I dove straight into the online stores. Dark blue. Black. A dash of armor, some sleek accessories. I was ready. Fast forward to when the package arrived, and—um, what? I looked less like Yelan and more like I was auditioning for a low-budget cyberpunk film. The armor pieces were way too shiny, and those pants? They were tighter than my last pair of skinny jeans from high school. The worst part? I looked less mysterious and more like I was about to perform some weird ritual. Super cool, huh?
- Trying to Look Cool, Failing Miserably: You ever try to look like a badass but just end up looking like a confused cat trying to wear a sweater? Yeah, that was me. The gloves I bought? My hands were too big for them. I swear, I got stuck halfway through my first attempt at “gothic chic” and had to ask my neighbor for help getting them off.
My fashion attempts were a mess. But you know what? Yelan has this aura about her—this confidence that makes you think she can take on anything. So, I thought, “I can pull this off, right? I can act calm, cool, and mysterious.” And y’all? It was a total disaster.
The Problem With Being “Too Cool”
Alright, here’s where things went completely sideways. I tried to take on Yelan’s personality. That means cool, composed, always ahead of the game. Simple enough, right?
- Acting “Mysterious”: I started keeping my answers short and sweet. Minimal effort. Like, I thought I was channeling Yelan’s vibe, but instead, I came off as… well, rude. At one point, I literally told my mom I was “fine” with that deadpan look she always uses in-game. The awkward silence lasted about ten minutes. My mom? Not impressed.
- Sudden Withdrawal: I thought Yelan was a master of keeping her distance and controlling situations with just a smile. Me? I became so distant that I barely responded to my friends’ texts. You need to understand, I went from texting people back within five minutes to answering once every two days, max. It was fine… until it wasn’t. My best friend texted me: “Did I do something wrong?” That’s when I realized—uh oh, I wasn’t acting mysterious like Yelan; I was just being a jerk.
At this point, I was getting weird looks from everyone. And here’s the kicker: People thought I was too “serious.” Like, hello! I wasn’t planning to be a robot! I just wanted to vibe like Yelan and be a bit cooler. But, no. The more I tried to act like her, the more I realized I was falling flat. Fast.
Fashion Failures & Foot Pain
Okay, so we’re moving on to the fashion chaos, which was a whole other level of self-inflicted disaster.
- The Boots of Doom: Yelan’s boots? They’re sleek. Stylish. The moment I put mine on, I realized they were a terrible idea. I bought them online, trying to get that same “battle-ready” look she rocks. Guess what? I could barely walk. One hour in those things, and my feet were crying louder than my soul on Monday mornings. I stumbled out of my apartment, hit a rock, and almost fell on the sidewalk. My dignity? Gone.
- Soggy Clothes Incident: You know those days when you look super cool—until the rain hits? Yeah, that was me. Wearing this tight, sleek outfit designed to replicate Yelan’s? I looked like a wet cat after getting caught in a downpour. Water, everywhere. My “stealth mode” turned into “drowned rat chic.” Definitely not how Yelan would’ve handled that situation.
So About Those Powers…
Okay, I really thought I could channel Yelan’s Hydro powers. Yeah, I know, it’s ridiculous. I figured I’d just focus real hard, and maybe something would happen. Like, maybe I’d control water in my house and impress my friends with my “cool abilities.”
- Hydro Disaster #1: I spent hours trying to move water with my mind. I even put on ambient “water” music and sat cross-legged in my living room. After an hour, I was drenched in sweat… and not because I was doing anything cool. Spoiler: I just spilled a glass of water everywhere. My carpet’s still kinda soggy.
- Hydro Disaster #2: The worst part? I tried again. This time, I thought, “Okay, I’ll talk to my plants the way Yelan talks to people.” Did it work? Well, let’s just say my aloe vera hasn’t been the same since. I swear it side-eyed me when I watered it. No joke.
At this point, I gave up. No more pretending to summon water. If Yelan could see me now… she’d probably shake her head and walk away. And honestly? I don’t blame her.
What I Learned (Other Than I’M Terrible At Cosplay)
Fast forward past three failed attempts at “being cool,” and I realized something important: Yelan isn’t a real person. She’s a game character, and trying to live up to that level of mystique only makes you look like a hot mess. But hey, I learned a thing or two along the way.
- Be Yourself: Honestly, trying to be someone else made me lose sight of who I am. I thought copying Yelan’s attitude would make me cooler, but all it did was make me come across as distant and, well, a bit off-putting. It’s way easier just to be myself.
- Not Everything Can Be Perfect: Yelan is perfectly composed, never breaks a sweat. Me? I’m not. Trying to act like her only stressed me out more. You know what? It’s okay not to be perfect.
- Sometimes Chaos is Good: Sure, things didn’t go as planned, but honestly? Some of the best moments came from my miserable attempts. Like when I slipped on the rain-soaked sidewalk. That? That’s life, right? Not every moment is going to be Yelan-level sleek. And that’s fine.
The End Of My Yelan Experiment (Or Is It?)
In conclusion (ugh, sorry, can’t help myself), I’ve come to the realization that maybe trying to emulate Yelan wasn’t the best idea. But hey, it made for some wicked stories. And who knows? Maybe next time I’ll try emulating someone who doesn’t wear armor on a Tuesday.
Anyway, y’all, I’ll leave you with this: You don’t need to be like Yelan to be cool. Just be your own kind of cool… even if it means getting a little wet in the process.
