There are various characters in the game, including sharp swordsmen, powerful mages, and summoners who call the wind and rain, but there is a character called Xiadie, whose name is as soft as petals in the wind, but carries the weight of death and rebirth. She is not dazzling, nor is she likable. She is the kind of existence that you don’t even care about at a glance, but it is she who supports the lifeline of the entire battle.
This reminds me of many people who are ignored in reality. They are not the protagonists, not praised, but just live silently and endure silently, like Xiadie, who endures the torture of “death”, but constantly repairs herself and continues to survive.
1. Xiadie’s pain and her strength
Xiadie’s life is a story of continuous bleeding. Her attack is not the kind of pleasure of blood and flesh flying, but using her own life in exchange for damage to the enemy. Her signature skill “Mourning, Ripples of the Dead Sea” consumes her body with every blow. Her strength comes from sacrifice and the accumulation of pain.
This reminds people of those who struggle at the bottom of society. Their lives are full of scars, but they still choose to persist. The female workers in the factory carry heavy responsibilities on their shoulders and cry silently under the lights of the night shift; the cleaners in the city get up the earliest in the morning and drag their tired bodies to sweep the dust on the streets; the nurses in the hospital take care of patients all night, but no one remembers their names.
Xiadie’s life value is constantly depleting, and she uses pain to exchange for the survival of her teammates. Every “sacrifice” of hers is so real and heavy.
2. Loneliness is her destiny
Although Xiadie can provide protection for her teammates, she is destined to be lonely. Her skills require her to stand at the forefront of danger, withstand attacks, and protect others. She can’t attack as recklessly as other characters, nor can she win glory like the protagonist.
Loneliness is her destiny and the source of her strength. Just like many unsung heroes in reality, they also bear responsibilities alone, facing the pressure of life and the indifference of society.
Their efforts are not responded to, and they are even misunderstood, and gradually become silent. They also have pain and tears in their hearts, but they can only hold on and not let it flow out.
Xiadie’s name means “distant butterfly”, as if it is always dancing in a distant world, but destined to have no way back.
3. Death is not the end, but another beginning
Xiadie’s final move “Death Throat Howl, Resurrection Song Bell” summons the dead dragon, bringing a blow to the enemy, while reducing the enemy’s resistance and bringing temporary protection to teammates. The dead dragon is her guardian and a symbol of her sacrifice.
Death in the game is different from death in reality. Xiadie’s death is meaningful and brings hope and protection.
This reminds me of Yu Hua’s “To Live”, the protagonist has experienced countless lives and deaths, lost relatives and wealth, but is still alive, because being alive itself is the greatest meaning. Xiadie’s existence is a metaphor for this meaning. She uses her own death and life to create opportunities for others.
4. “Xia Butterflies” in Reality
In reality, there are too many “Xia Butterflies”. They may be parents who sacrifice their youth and health for their families; they may be teachers who silently nurture the next generation; they may be ordinary workers who silently work for social infrastructure.
These people do not seek rewards or praise, but just stick to their posts and use their own strength to protect others. Their names are often not remembered or even ignored, but they are an indispensable cornerstone of society.
Their lives are sometimes difficult, sometimes lonely, and sometimes desperate, but they still choose to stick to it. This power is more awe-inspiring than any gorgeous appearance.
5. The inspiration given to us by Xia Butterflies
The story of Xia Butterflies is a story about sacrifice, perseverance, loneliness and redemption. She tells us that heroes do not have to stand in the spotlight. Heroes can also be those who use their lives in the shadows to support others.
She shows us how much silent efforts are needed for the progress and prosperity of society; she makes us reflect on whether we really care about those who silently pay for our happiness?
In life, are we willing to be like Xiadie, who never gives up protecting and caring for others even when she is lonely?
Conclusion
Xiadie is not a dazzling star, but her light is deep and lasting. She interprets what responsibility and love are at the cost of her life.
In this complex world, may we all see those “Xiadie” and give them more understanding and respect. May we also learn to endure pain and keep moving forward, because living itself is a strong choice.