Typically, few things bring more joy than embracing a compelling villain, and this new series offers followers the unique opportunity to do so. Confirming Sunday’s bold antagonist from the Penacony storyline, Hoyoverse announced that developer Sunday will soon become a playable character in the game. Fellow enthusiasts, who’ve eagerly awaited his comeback for over a year, are rejoicing with humorous memes, creative fan art, and unbridled jubilation.
The official account has revealed further details about the upcoming character. Sunday will probably embody the essence of an extraordinary figure, tracing the path of the legendary Concord. By assuming this role, he becomes the central figure in the reimagining, faithfully following the path outlined by the original Concord, while also bolstering the abilities of other key characters through his actions. While lacking context beyond this point, the artist’s rendering of his splash art is indeed stunning, imbuing the protagonist with an otherworldly aura, as if divinely inspired.
The day Sunday was initially introduced as a non-player character (NPC) within the 2.0 version of the game. The 2.0 patch re-launched in February 2024, meaning he’s been an integral part of the squad for nearly 18 months now. As Sunday’s most ardent fans eagerly await each update, they’ve been holding their collective breath in anticipation of one thing: the moment when he finally becomes a playable character. Despite the excitement surrounding the Astral Specific’s return to the The Xianzhou Luofu, the builders inadvertently caused players to wait with bated breath, and some even lost hope as recent events in the main storyline unfolded. As his return was announced, followers were over the moon with excitement once more.
The followers responded with a mix of astonishment and delight. Shoto, a popular VTuber, responded with a straightforward declaration: “HE’S REAL,” garnering more than 8,600 likes. Another user quipped, “It may be a Tuesday but it certainly seems like Sunday,” drawing a parallel between his album’s title and the sentiment expressed.
The sun has a sister named Sunday in its recreation. The fact that she’s already a playable character has long been a source of excitement for fans, who have eagerly anticipated the opportunity to finally reunite her with him in game.
Fans flocked to social media, crafting hilarious memes featuring his iconic character designs. As the camera captures the moment, Sunday’s arms stretch upwards in triumph, capturing the slam dunk with ease.
Fan-generated artworks depicting the character’s captivating features were widely shared among enthusiasts.
A launch date for Sunday has yet to be formally announced. Despite previous character release patterns from Hoyoverse, the timing of this announcement suggests that he will likely become a playable character in the 2.7 patch. For those who have been meticulously stockpiling Star Rail Premium Passes for months, your moment of triumph is finally at hand.
