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During the visit, Director Zhang also took the opportunity to give Mo Li a detailed explanation of the opening ceremony's procedures.

These things should have been kept secret.

But now that he and Mo Li are in a cooperative relationship, and with Eden around, Director Zhang naturally has nothing to hide.

"Eden's program... is actually being used as the grand finale?" Mo Li was genuinely surprised after seeing the program list.

"Sigh..." Director Zhang sighed.

He was also very conflicted about whether or not to let Eden be the finale.

"Although I'm the lead director, I'm also a bit undecided about this."

"We discussed it for a very long time, and the votes for and against were very close."

Mo Li could understand Director Zhang's melancholy.

Although Eden's popularity is already ridiculously high all over the world.

After the story of "Paradise of the Past" that year, and the "Sound of the Flame" concert, her and Alicia's popularity once again reached a new high.

In addition to her excellent singing skills, it can be said that she could completely hold her own as the closing guest on any show.

but……

The Olympic Games program is no small matter.

A single program can require hundreds of people to rehearse diligently for two or three years.

It's a bit unreasonable to put Eden at the end without any further discussion.

However, just as Mo Li was thinking this, Director Zhang's words stunned him once again.

"The key is……"

"The performers who had rehearsed diligently for over two years not only didn't complain, but they all unanimously hoped that Miss Eden would be the closing act."

Mo Li: "..."

OK OK.

All I can say is that Eden's fans are everywhere.

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Chapter 565 Has Gan Yu, the Qilin, been chosen as the Olympic mascot?

Ultimately, neither Mo Li nor Eden could offer any advice on Eden's decision to be the finale.

Let Director Zhang worry about this headache himself.

Afterwards, the two sides discussed matters concerning Kiana as the final torchbearer for the Olympic flame and the selection of the Olympic mascot.

After Director Zhang's explanation, Mo Li had a general understanding of the current progress.

In short—

Kiana's role as a torchbearer has been finalized.

In other words, the matter of the mascot still needs to be discussed.

Two solutions are now presented.

Firstly, Director Zhang's team created a batch of original mascots.

Secondly, the decision is made by voting online, with the target being animals unique to the Dragon Kingdom, or traditional and mythical species.

For example, the national bird of China, the panda, the divine dragon, and the qilin.

Of course, not all species with Chinese characteristics can be selected.

In addition to being likable, the selection criteria also require that the candidate align with the blessings of prosperity, well-being, health, and good fortune, as well as the ability to contribute to national development and create economic value.

The reason Director Zhang told Mo Li about this was because more people in their team agreed with the second option.

Director Zhang could imagine that if online voting were actually implemented, given Mihoyo's current popularity...

If any of the Kirin characters from Genshin Impact were included, they would absolutely dominate and reach the top.

It's safe to say that miHoYo has basically already secured one.

Even if they ultimately lose, miHoYo will still get a lot of exposure in this vote.

This news is arguably the best news we received during this visit.

Mo Li was genuinely happy for Gan Yu.

"So, roughly when will voting begin?"

Director Zhang shook his head: "It's not decided yet, but it will be soon."

Just then, Zhang Yuanyuan, who had been following behind Mo Li, couldn't help but speak up: "Boss Mo Li, hurry up and think of some characters in 'Honkai Impact: Star Railway' that fit the theme of this mascot."

"If so, release it as soon as possible; maybe one or two more characters can get some screen time."

Mo Li: "!!"

Yup!

Star Iron will be in open beta in a few days.

And Star Iron's popularity is definitely no less than that of Genshin Impact.

As for suitable roles... the little Di Ting from the Immortal Boat? Or the train conductor Pam?

I'll have to go back and think about it carefully.

Okay, I'll do it as soon as possible.

Director Zhang had no objection to this.

He was well aware of how favored miHoYo was in the eyes of the Chinese government.

"Director Zhang, may I ask a question?"

Just then, Rita, who had been following Mo Li, suddenly spoke up.

"The economic value created after the mascot is selected..."

As soon as Sister Ta said this, everyone present immediately understood what she wanted to ask.

Naturally, it boils down to... how much money miHoYo can get...

Everyone present understood the value of miHoYo's IP.

If Gan Yu in the form of a Qilin is indeed selected, it will definitely be used as a merchandise item for the Olympic Games to help subsidize the cost of hosting the Games.

As [Gan Yu] is a derivative product of miHoYo's IP, miHoYo naturally cannot accept it for free.

"You may not know this, but the boss has always been very considerate of the feelings of the girls in the studio."

"So, although we make anime-style games, the boss has never had the idea of ​​making profits from figurines or other related merchandise."

"They are even cracking down on derivative works and pirated goods sellers without any mercy."

"If Gan Yu is selected as an Olympic mascot, it will definitely create business opportunities for many merchants."

"This move will not only satisfy the consumption desires of countless people and bring substantial revenue to the country, but it will also solve the employment problems of countless people."

"so……"

Rita's points were clear and concise, listing all the benefits this move would bring to the country. However, she made no mention of the significant fame that being selected would bring to Mihoyo.

Director Zhang simply watched Rita's eloquent speech with a smile.

He nodded only after Rita finished speaking, whether in agreement with her words or in affirmation of her assertive negotiating attitude was unclear.

"This... is it Miss Rita?"

Mo Li nodded: "Sorry, I was so stunned by the grandeur of the venue that I forgot to introduce it."

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"Rita, you could say she's... my secretary."

Director Zhang nodded slightly, and then slowly said:

"That's why some people want to create their own mascots."

"After all, if it's original, there are no copyright issues."

Rita: "Yes, I understand, but an original mascot is definitely not as popular as Qilin Ganyu, whether it's domestic or foreign tourists."

"Unless the national treasure panda is chosen, it won't be as popular with many foreign tourists, but I'm sure it still won't compare to the Qilin Gan Yu."

Director Zhang nodded: "Yes, everyone knows this, which is why I said more people agree with online voting."

...... ... ...

"As for Rita's concerns about the distribution of profits..."

Director Zhang paused for a moment before bursting into laughter: "Boss Mo Li really has no idea how much the country values ​​you, hahaha..."

"Anyway, you don't need to worry about this little thing."

"The Olympics aren't just about making money by selling mascot dolls."