BookEchoes of Antiquity: A Grand Overview of Traditional Xianzhou Folk Culture — Xianzhou Chordophone
Echoes of Antiquity: A Grand Overview of Traditional Xianzhou Folk Culture — Xianzhou Chordophone is a 1★ material in Honkai: Star Rail — see how to get it, its use, and related items right below on this page.
Echoes of Antiquity: A Grand Overview of Traditional Xianzhou Folk Culture — Xianzhou Chordophone is a material ★1 in Honkai: Star Rail. This item is not currently used to level up any character or Light Cone.
Last updated: 30/07/2026
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Description
Xianzhou Chordophone is a kind of traditional folk art. The name comes from the performer who has to play a chordophone while reciting along at the same time, hence, "Xianzhou Chordophone." The lyrics and rapping of this style convey a vivid ambience of everyday markets, mainly using urban slang and sometimes even lacking strict rhymes. Its themes cover a wide range, from heroes of yore to passionate romance. In my humble opinion, Xianzhou Chordophone has the highest barrier to entry for any local folk art: Not only do prospective artists need to be nimble in speech, but they also have to be excellent performers.
One solo performer has to play many characters, distinguishing each to the audience by using only recitation and rap. Not just that, but it's called "Chordophone" for a reason: Extreme proficiency in playing the Xianzhou chordophone is naturally a key requirement. Despite having only three strings, a Xianzhou Chordophone performer can use them to subtly evoke thousands of different moods, scenes, and emotions. I'm not talking about merely stringing along on a chordophone here. When I was young, I heard Master Qiju's chordophone tale "Jing Yuan's First Hunt." By "young," I was almost 300 years old... But her superb acting and outstanding musicianship still move me deeply to this day.
Now, Master Qiju has already entered into the Hall of Karma. Some new performers have honed their craft over the centuries to also perform this masterpiece to perfection. But I truly still prefer and yearn to hear her rendition of "Jing Yuan's First Hunt."
Stats
| Rarity | ★ |
| Type | Book |
Official names in every language
| Tiếng Việt | Tiếng Vọng Cổ Xưa - Khúc Nghệ Truyền Thống Xianzhou - Xianzhou Trụy Tử |
| English | Echoes of Antiquity: A Grand Overview of Traditional Xianzhou Folk Culture — Xianzhou Chordophone |
| 日本語 | 太古からの響き～仙舟伝統芸能大全～ 仙舟墜子 |
| 한국어 | 상고에서 온 메아리~선주 전통 공연 예술 특집~선주 추자 |
| 繁體中文 | 來自遠古的回聲～仙舟傳統曲藝大觀～ 仙舟墜子 |
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FAQ
What is Echoes of Antiquity: A Grand Overview of Traditional Xianzhou Folk Culture — Xianzhou Chordophone?
Xianzhou Chordophone is a kind of traditional folk art. The name comes from the performer who has to play a chordophone while reciting along at the same time, hence, "Xianzhou Chordophone." The lyrics and rapping of this style convey a vivid ambience of everyday markets, mainly using urban slang and sometimes even lacking strict rhymes. Its themes cover a wide range, from heroes of yore to passionate romance. In my humble opinion, Xianzhou Chordophone has the highest barrier to entry for any local folk art: Not only do prospective artists need to be nimble in speech, but they also have to be excellent performers.
One solo performer has to play many characters, distinguishing each to the audience by using only recitation and rap. Not just that, but it's called "Chordophone" for a reason: Extreme proficiency in playing the Xianzhou chordophone is naturally a key requirement. Despite having only three strings, a Xianzhou Chordophone performer can use them to subtly evoke thousands of different moods, scenes, and emotions. I'm not talking about merely stringing along on a chordophone here. When I was young, I heard Master Qiju's chordophone tale "Jing Yuan's First Hunt." By "young," I was almost 300 years old... But her superb acting and outstanding musicianship still move me deeply to this day.
Now, Master Qiju has already entered into the Hall of Karma. Some new performers have honed their craft over the centuries to also perform this masterpiece to perfection. But I truly still prefer and yearn to hear her rendition of "Jing Yuan's First Hunt."
Where do you get Echoes of Antiquity: A Grand Overview of Traditional Xianzhou Folk Culture — Xianzhou Chordophone?
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What type of item is Echoes of Antiquity: A Grand Overview of Traditional Xianzhou Folk Culture — Xianzhou Chordophone?
Echoes of Antiquity: A Grand Overview of Traditional Xianzhou Folk Culture — Xianzhou Chordophone is a 1★ material in Honkai: Star Rail, in the “Book” category.
What is Echoes of Antiquity: A Grand Overview of Traditional Xianzhou Folk Culture — Xianzhou Chordophone used for?
Echoes of Antiquity: A Grand Overview of Traditional Xianzhou Folk Culture — Xianzhou Chordophone currently isn't listed as required by any character ascension, Light Cone ascension, or crafting recipe in official data.