When allegations surfaced against Elliot Gindi in early 2023, HoYoverse made the tough call to recast Tighnari’s voice – a decision that had players on the edge of their seats. Fast forward to 2025, and Zachary Gordon has fully stepped into the forest ranger’s boots, delivering lines that capture Tighnari’s signature dry wit and botanical brilliance. The transition wasn't just a quick band-aid fix; HoYoverse meticulously re-recorded every piece of dialogue for this Dendro archer, ensuring seamless integration across quests, events, and idle camp chatter. Players initially wondered if the new voice would match the character’s scholarly vibe, but Gordon’s performance? Absolute fire. 🙌

Why Tighnari Matters in Tevyat

As Sumeru’s first 5-star Dendro unit, Tighnari ain’t no sidekick. This fox-eared genius anchors critical lore about Irminsul trees and Eleazar research, plus he’s a meta darling for quick-swap teams. Remember his cameo in 2023’s Windblume Festival? Dude casually dropped botanical knowledge while others were chasing balloons! His redesigned voice lines now pack extra sarcastic zingers – like when he roasts Paimon’s plant-murdering habits.

Meet the New Voice Behind the Ears

HoYoverse broke the news via Twitter (their go-to for VA reveals), introducing Gordon like a boss. This dude’s been hustling since age eight! While old-school fans recognize him as Diary of a Wimpy Kid’s Greg Heffley, gamers know his work as:

• 🔹 Hayner in Kingdom Hearts 3

• 🔹 Mart Mattin in Star Wars: Rebels

• 🔹 Young Ravus in Kingsglaive: Final Fantasy XV

His range? Cheat code level. Gordon nails Tighnari’s calm-but-sassy tone while adding fresh textures – like that \u201cI-totally-saw-that-coming\u201d chuckle during Withering Zone battles.

How Players Reacted to the Switch

When update 3.6 dropped Gordon’s lines, the fandom did a collective double-take. Some OG stans mourned Gindi’s deeper timbre, but most agreed: Gordon’s lighter, crisper delivery fits Tighnari’s \u201cI’m-too-smart-for-this\u201d energy. Reddit threads blew up with side-by-side comparisons:

Original Line	Gordon’s Version	Vibe Check
\u201cSpecimens secured.\u201d	More playful smirk	Less robot, more sass
\u201cDon’t touch my fungi.\u201d	Sharper protective tone	Big \u201ctalk-to-the-paw\u201d energy

Community verdict? He leveled up the role while keeping Tighnari’s soul intact. Major W.

People Also Ask

• Will old event dialogues with Tighnari change?

Yep! HoYoverse patched all archived content – even 2022’s \u201cGraven Innocence\u201d quest got the Gordon treatment.

• Does Zachary Gordon voice other Genshin characters?

Not currently, but fans are low-key begging for him to voice a sneaky Fontaine scholar next.

• How does this affect Tighnari’s lore significance?

Zero impact. His story beats remain untouched – only the vocal chords got upgraded.

• Are there new voice lines exclusive to Gordon’s version?

Oh snap, yes! His \u201cAbout Cyno: Jokes\u201d line now includes a groan-worthy pun about TCG cards.

The Road Ahead for Tighnari & Gordon

Looking beyond Sumeru, Tighnari’s bound for bigger roles – leaks hint he’ll school Natlan researchers about Dendro-pyro symbiosis in 2026. As for Gordon? This gig’s his golden ticket. Anime con panels already feature him doing live Tighnari roasts, and his DM inbox? Flooded with casting offers. Personally? I’d kill for him to voice a sassy Alchemist in Zenless Zone Zero. Imagine Tighnari’s snark meets cyberpunk – that’s content gold right there. The recast proves sometimes change isn’t just necessary; it’s a dang upgrade. Gordon didn’t just fill shoes – he made ‘em fashion statement. 💯