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- “Name’s Yinlin. As for what I do... Shhh, we don’t talk about that in public.”
“No, I cannot place my faith in it, but my anticipation stems precisely from this distrust.” - —Yinlin and Baizhi character quotes, captures Yinlin’s secrecy, Baizhi’s curiosity.
YinZhi is the femslash ship between Yinlin and Baizhi from the Wuthering Waves fandom.
Canon[]
Yinlin, an Electro Congenital Resonator, serves as a former Jinzhou Patroller who now operates covertly after her suspension from the Public Security Bureau. Her character is defined by resourcefulness, reliability, and a hidden compassionate side beneath her flamboyant exterior. Baizhi, a Glacio Mutant Resonator, is a researcher at Huaxu Academy, specializing in Remnant Ecoacoustics and accompanied by her healing Remnant, You’tan. Both characters are prominent figures in Jinzhou.
The Wuthering Waves Version 1.1 update introduced events where both Yinlin and Baizhi appeared in promotional materials, including a notable collaboration artwork. This artwork, shared on official social media, depicted them in complementary poses. The game’s event banners, such as Baizhi’s feature in Changli’s banner and Yinlin’s rerun from December 2024 to January 2025.
Yinlin’s enigmatic and confident personality contrasts sharply with Baizhi’s reserved and analytical nature, creating a dynamic that fans find compelling. In Jinzhou’s lore, Yinlin’s covert operations could intersect with Baizhi’s research into Remnant creatures, potentially leading to teamwork. Baizhi’s dedication to knowledge might draw her to Yinlin’s mysterious past, while Yinlin could admire Baizhi’s intellect and determination.
Fanon[]
YinZhi is a rarepair in the Wuthering Waves fandom. The YinZhi ship thrives on the trope of opposites attracting, with Yinlin’s secretive charm complementing Baizhi’s studious demeanor. Fans often depict them in slow-burn narratives where mutual respect evolves into deeper feelings through shared missions in Jinzhou. On platforms like X, headcanons suggest Baizhi’s curiosity leads her to unravel Yinlin’s guarded past, fostering emotional intimacy. The “mysterious rogue x scholarly intellect” dynamic is a popular framework, with Yinlin’s boldness balancing Baizhi’s restraint. Fanfiction frequently explores themes of trust and vulnerability, highlighting their potential for a profound bond.
Visually, YinZhi is celebrated for its aesthetic appeal, combining Yinlin’s bold qipao and lightning motifs with Baizhi’s elegant wrap dress and icy hues. Fan artists on Pixiv and X emphasize their elemental contrast, creating vibrant illustrations of them in battle or intimate settings. The official collaboration artwork, showing them side by side, has inspired numerous fan recreations with romantic undertones. Some fans imagine scenarios where Baizhi’s healing abilities support Yinlin during covert operations, blending their skills in dynamic compositions. This visual chemistry has made YinZhi a standout ship in the Wuthering Waves fandom.
In fanon, YinZhi often features speculative scenarios where their professional lives intertwine, such as joint investigations into Jinzhou’s Tacet Discords. Fans on X have proposed a “situationship” dynamic, where their bond is close but undefined, leaving room for romantic tension. Stories frequently cast Baizhi as intrigued by Yinlin’s secrets, while Yinlin finds Baizhi’s sincerity refreshing amidst her solitary work. Tropes like “Hurt/Comfort” dominate fanfiction, reflecting their complex personalities. These imaginative narratives expand their limited canonical interactions into rich, fan-driven stories.
Fandom[]
- FAN FICTION
- Baizhi/Yinlin tag on AO3
Trivia[]
- Yinlin and Baizhi both appear in event banners, with Baizhi featured in Changli’s banner (July 2024) and Yinlin’s rerun banner running from December 2024 to January 2025.
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| Wuthering Waves Ships • Wuthering Waves Characters | ||
| SHIPS | ||
| slash | Caltefi • Geshuyan | |
| femslash | Cantethyia • Jinhua • Zaphi | |
| non-binary | Jirover • Scarover | |