Phantom Blade Zero Director Says Meigu Lake Was Inspired by Wuxia, Not Zelda

Phantom Blade Zero Director Explains the Inspiration Behind Meigu Lake

Phantom Blade Zero’s director says Meigu Lake draws on Chinese folklore and wuxia culture, not The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker, despite comparisons from players.

Meigu Lake is one of the most interesting locations in Phantom Blade Zero. Players can travel between islands by boat, explore them, find treasures, and fight enemies. The adventure evokes a journey across the Great Sea in The Wind Waker.

Директор Phantom Blade Zero раскрыл источник вдохновения – это не Zelda — Image source: TheGamer

The game director explained that the location was inspired by wuxia, a Chinese genre of stories about martial arts masters.

Although many games have featured memorable lake locations, the inspiration for Meigu Lake came directly from Chinese wuxia culture. Lakes are among the most iconic settings in wuxia, and the Chinese term “jianghu,” which literally means “rivers and lakes,” is often used alongside “wulin” to refer to the entire world of martial arts.

According to the director, lakes offer many possibilities, including mysterious islands, hidden treasures, unusual enemies, and legends shrouded in mystery. Together, these elements make exploring the world more interesting.

Phantom Blade Zero Director Explains the Inspiration Behind Meigu Lake

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