The Honkai Star Rail 2.0 trailblazing missions delivered an exhilarating experience, packed with unexpected twists and turns. However, the excitement doesn’t end there. A new fan theory, initially proposed by Meteor-Z on Bilibili, suggests that Aventurine might have been Dr. Ratio in disguise for much of these missions.
Before dismissing this theory as far-fetched, consider the compelling evidence presented by Meteor-Z, which, despite a few minor gaps, seems quite substantial. Let’s delve deeper into the details to determine whether Dr. Ratio could truly be masquerading as Aventurine in the Honkai Star Rail 2.0 trailblazing missions.
The Origin Story: Aventurine’s Sparkling Narrative
In a recent Twitter thread that gained traction within the Honkai Star Rail community, user Lawless presented a theory regarding Dr. Ratio possibly masquerading as Aventurine during a conversation with Sparkle. Lawless noted that this theory was originally proposed by Meteor-Z on Bilibili in Chinese, with Lawless providing an English translation in the tweet.
Despite initial skepticism, Lawless’s tweet offers compelling evidence to support this theory, prompting further discussion and analysis within the community.
Is Aventurine Truly Dr. Ratio?
Let’s dive into the major evidence supporting the theory that Dr. Ratio disguised himself as Aventurine, as well as some potential fallacies in the argument. This analysis promises to be an exciting journey through the depths of the Honkai Star Rail universe.
Evidence 1: Aventurine’s Precise Timekeeping
The theory’s foundation lies in Aventurine’s precise time count during a conversation with Sparkle, correcting her that it had been exactly 45 minutes, mirroring Dr. Ratio’s penchant for specific time counts. This is contrasted with Aventurine’s typically unspecific mention of time in another scenario.
Another compelling piece of evidence is the similarity in speech patterns between Dr. Ratio and Aventurine during their respective conversations. Both characters exhibit a similar level of verbosity and eloquence, suggesting a possible connection between the two.
However, it’s essential to note that this theory is not without its flaws. One potential fallacy is the assumption that precise time counts are unique to Dr. Ratio, as Aventurine’s use of specific time in one instance does not definitively establish a pattern.
Evidence 2: Aventurine’s Telling Tone in Discussion with Sparkle
One noticeable aspect of the conversation between Aventurine and Sparkle is that Aventurine’s demeanor and speech pattern seem different. His voice is less flowery, and he speaks with more precision, while the voice actor remains the same, the delivery is distinct. This observation is reminiscent of a similar scenario involving Robin, where it was later revealed that someone was disguising themselves as Robin, leading to Welt noting that her voice sounded off.
It has been revealed that Robin is deceased, and someone, most likely Sparkle, was impersonating Robin alongside Sunday. Welt, upon meeting Robin, remarked to Himeko that her voice seemed different. This highlights the significance of the disguised voice. However, it’s also possible that Aventurine chose not to adopt a flowery tone with Sparkle, preferring a more direct approach, knowing that such tactics would not be effective.
Evidence 3: Dr. Ratio’s Sticker Placement
The introduction of the Dreamscape Sticker Book event in Honkai Star Rail 2.0 added a new layer of intrigue. Players were tasked with collecting stickers scattered throughout Penacony to complete their Sticker Book. Interestingly, one section featured stickers of characters found in Penacony, with stickers typically located where Trailblazers first encountered these characters.
A puzzling detail emerged with Dr. Ratio’s sticker placement. Unlike other characters, Trailblazers never actually encounter Dr. Ratio in Penacony. Yet, his sticker can be found very close to where Aventurine and Sparkle have their pivotal conversation. Dr. Ratio’s sticker location (marked as 1) is intriguingly close to the spot where the conversation between Aventurine and Sparkle occurs (marked as 2), raising questions about the connection between these characters.
Evidence 4: Dreamy Dialogue: The Setting of the Conversation
One of the theory’s major fallacies is the assumption that Dr. Ratio lacks the ability to disguise himself. While it’s true that Sparkle is known for her disguising skills as the masked fool, Dr. Ratio’s capabilities in this regard are not explicitly stated. Moreover, the crucial detail that the conversation between Aventurine and Sparkle occurs within the dreamscape adds a new dimension to the theory.
In the context of the dreamscape, the 2.0 Trailblaze missions suggest that assuming someone else’s identity is possible in the DreamScape, with one of the rules explicitly stating not to do so. This indicates that Dr. Ratio could potentially disguise himself as Aventurine within the dreamscape, concealing his true identity and lending credence to the theory.
You make a valid point regarding the distinction between disguising oneself and convincingly acting as another person. While players assumed Aventurine was the real Aventurine during the conversation with Sparkle, even if the voice seemed slightly different, it would require exceptional acting skills for Dr. Ratio to convincingly portray Aventurine and deceive the players.
Dr. Ratio’s proven ability to act convincingly is evident from the Crown of the Mundane and Divine trailblaze continuance mission. In that mission, Dr. Ratio initially appeared to be a participant alongside the Trailblazer in uncovering secrets, only to later reveal that he orchestrated the entire scenario. This demonstrates Dr. Ratio’s proficiency in acting and manipulation, further supporting the notion that he could successfully masquerade as Aventurine.
Identifying Misconceptions in the Presented Evidence
While the evidence mentioned above strongly supports the theory, it’s not the only evidence provided by Meteor-Z. There are other pieces of evidence that have been presented, but they have many loopholes and contradict the theory. Here, we will discuss the loopholes in the other evidence provided by Meteor-Z.
Misconception 1: Sparkle Referring to Aventurine as Sigonian
In the conversation between Aventurine and Sparkle, Sparkle asks if Aventurine is from Sigonia because of his beautiful eyes, to which Aventurine responds, “Need another hint? I’m an Avgin.” This exchange has been highlighted in a Twitter thread as evidence that despite Aventurine claiming to be an Avgin, Sparkle still refers to him as a Sigonian, suggesting she was addressing someone in disguise.
However, this argument is undermined when considering the conversation between Aventurine and Dr. Ratio. In this exchange, Dr. Ratio also refers to Aventurine as a Sigonian. Additionally, Aventurine uses the term “Avgin” himself in the conversation with Dr. Ratio, stating that he was taught that friends are weapons of Avgins. It’s worth noting that in the English subtitles of Honkai Star Rail, “Avgin” is translated as “Honey,” further complicating the interpretation of this dialogue.
Misconception 2: Dr. Ratio’s Disappearance Linked to Tavern Mention
Another significant piece of evidence in the theory was Dr. Ratio’s disappearance during the conversation between Aventurine and Dr. Ratio when Aventurine mentions the Tavern. This disappearance led to speculation that Dr. Ratio overheard Aventurine’s lack of contact with the Tavern (masked fools) and then went to have a conversation with Sparkle, disguising himself as Aventurine.
However, this evidence also has a major loophole. Dr. Ratio is actually revealed to disappear when Aventurine comments on meeting Acheron and asks for information about her. This suggests that Dr. Ratio may have had information about Acheron but chose not to reveal anything to Aventurine.
Misconception 3: Dr. Ratio’s Alleged Honesty
We haven’t seen much of Dr. Ratio in Honkai Star Rail, but in each of his appearances, he has shown a tendency not to lie. He may withhold information or deflect questions, but he does not outright lie.
If he did disguise himself as Aventurine during the discussion with Sparkle, it would suggest that he lied by calling himself an Avgin. However, Dr. Ratio’s character so far does not indicate that he is a liar. Additionally, Dr. Ratio is portrayed as a very pragmatic person, and the idea of him disguising himself as someone else does not align with his personality.
Verdict: Is Dr. Ratio Posing as Aventurine?
The theory of Dr. Ratio disguising as Aventurine during the conversation with Sparkle is initially hard to believe. While some evidence presented by Meteor-Z is compelling, there are also several loopholes in the argument, and the idea of Dr. Ratio disguising himself does not align with his character.
It’s challenging to determine the validity of this fan theory without more information about the Penacony story in future missions. Personally, I lean towards the belief that Dr. Ratio is not disguised as Aventurine in that conversation. However, if the Penacony arc continues to introduce twists as it has so far, it promises to be a memorable storyline. I encourage everyone to share their opinions and fan theories in the comments.
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