In the bustling streets of Liyue Harbor, a young exorcist named Chongyun could often be found scanning the shadows for traces of evil spirits. Since the release of his hangout event back in version 1.4, travelers have been invited to step into his world—a world of icy treats, hidden ghosts, and quiet moments of friendship. Even in 2026, these memories remain vivid for those who chose to spend an afternoon with the popsicle-loving Cryo swordsman.
It all began with a simple invitation. After completing the prologue’s third act and gathering two story keys from daily commissions, the Traveler unlocked Chongyun's hangout quest from the story quest menu—an icon that promised multiple paths to explore.
The first fork led to Wuwang Hill, where mysterious mist clung to the trees. There, the Traveler and Chongyun stumbled upon a Test of Courage event that felt oddly like a commercial ploy. The exorcist's sharp instincts flared, but the Traveler nudged him to play along. When they encountered a tiny ghost named Qianqian, everything changed. Rather than banish the spirit, they listened—helped her find a resting place, fetched Cryo Whopperflower Nectar for her, and eventually said a gentle farewell. That ending, titled Goodbyes, was anything but sad.
Yet the Traveler could have made different choices. On another attempt, still deep in Wuwang Hill, they downplayed the mist’s strangeness and steered the exorcist toward leaving early. Instead of helping Qianqian, they simply returned to Liyue with Chongyun, sharing a quiet walk that left a faint taste of regret. This Small Regrets ending felt like a missed note in an otherwise cheerful melody.
A third scenario unfolded when Chongyun’s yang energy flared out of control during the investigation. Pale and drained, he had to be led home before anything could be resolved. Nothing Gained was a stark reminder that even an exorcist could be his own worst enemy.
But Wuwang Hill wasn’t the only stage. The Traveler next whisked Chongyun into a completely different rhythm within Liyue itself. There, two lively children, Dalong and Little Le, challenged them to games. The resulting Idle Amusement ending turned the exorcist into a reluctant but surprisingly good playmate. Hide-and-seek was a riot: Chongyun crouched behind a low wall overlooking the water, his blue hair sticking out just enough to be spotted.
Little Le had wedged himself behind a large tree near the warp point, giggling at his own cleverness.
Dalong, meanwhile, crouched beside a crate behind the nearest house, barely suppressing his laughter. After the game, they all shared homemade popsicles—Mist Flower and Qingxin—and the Traveler saw a softer side of the exorcist bloom beneath the summer sun.
Yet even that bright afternoon couldn't erase the pull of Wuwang Hill. Armed with new clues from his friend Xingqiu, the Traveler and Chongyun returned to confront a real vengeful spirit. This time, the investigation felt serious, charged with purpose. When the ghost appeared, Chongyun’s calm skill shone, and the Traveler watched him exorcise the demon with practiced grace. The Blessing in Disguise ending proved that some rumors actually held truth, and that friendship could sharpen an exorcist’s blade.
And then there was the chaotic experiment. In one fateful variant, the Traveler helped Chongyun craft a popsicle using Jueyun Chili and Slime Condensate instead of the safe, cooling herbs. The result was instant mayhem: Chongyun’s congenital positivity condition overloaded, leaving him flushed and flustered in ways no exorcism ever could. The Can't Beat This Heat ending became a humorous legend among Travelers who enjoyed seeing the stoic swordsman lose his composure for once.
In 2026, looking back, these branching paths feel less like a simple game mechanic and more like a window into Chongyun’s soul. Each choice, whether it led to a heartfelt goodbye or a spicy mishap, peeled back another layer of the exorcist’s earnestness, his quiet fears, and his unwavering dedication. Even the smallest dialogue lines still resonated—“Let's both drink it. If you lose control, I'll be sure to take care of you”—showing how deeply the Traveler’s trust affected him.
The hangout event may have been released years ago, but it remains a cornerstone of his character. Newcomers in 2026 can still chase those same endings, discovering that behind the popsicle obsession and anti-ghost rigor lies a gentle heart just waiting to be understood. And for veterans, retracing these steps feels like visiting an old friend who still greets you with the same quiet smile.