Hou Yi's calculations are universally acknowledged as excellent, but which skin do Chinese server players prefer? The "Divine Tree Reaching the Sky" skin just isn't popular

Talking too much about skins might get a little boring, but the players' choices indirectly reveal issues with the design of high-end skins. This phenomenon is intriguing, and while I really want to ask, I can't find a way to do so. I can't exactly send a private message to the Chinese server asking why they're not wearing that skin, can I? Hou Yi has eight high-quality skins, but after checking the usage of Hou Yi in various regions and online reviews, I realized that the best-rated skin wasn't the anniversary legendary limited edition "Divine Tree Reaching the Sky." It's a top-tier design with cultural collaboration, yet players still look down on it. Is it really that bad?

Legendary Quality Number One: Golden Sagittarius

The new version is ignored, while the old one remains unforgettable. Without comparison, there's no harm done. The Gold Sagittarius, one of the Saint Seiya collaborations, is an ancient design that was once incredibly popular. Even in 2026, it was still highly redeemed in the limited-time point shop. Its appearance officially replaced the Radiant Star. The initial high-end version, with its aesthetics from years ago, had a great sense of impact, but its flaws included a faint firecracker sound, as if the special effects had been weakened, and a lackluster feel. Upgraded, yet not powerful enough. The Gold Sagittarius perfectly fills all the gaps.

One of its selling points is, of course, nostalgia, which everyone has, and the number of people owning it is quite high. It's a permanent skin, available everywhere, and the store is always open to you. Savvy summoners will wait for major events to get it for free, such as the Spring Festival and anniversary celebrations, so there's no need to worry too much about discounts.

The selling points are countless: feel, sentimentality.

The skin has the highest usage rate in the Chinese server, and there's a reason for that. Its in-game feel completely surpasses other high-end skins. The basic attack is a yellow pop arrow. Visual appeal doesn't matter; the key is that it reacts quickly after hitting the target, providing a solid impact. You can really feel the power and force of the attack. It's thunderous and powerful. For marksmen who don't use combos or rely on skills, the basic attack is their biggest asset. Although it's an older skin, it doesn't feel out of place or like a plastic skin at all.

The top choice in the Chinese server. To put it simply, it's easy to acquire, offers smooth gameplay, silky controls, light movement, and clear arrows. While the special effects aren't outstanding, it's extremely practical. Among legendary-tier items, its popularity far surpasses that of the Divine Tree.

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