By 2 AM, the philosophy was over. We were back in the city, and Hu Tao had discovered a fresh pile of Qixing leaflets.
Her most famous work, the Hilichurl Ballad, is a staple of Liyue's nightlife, often sung by children and adults alike. To Hu Tao, poetry isn't just a hobby; it's a way to demystify the grim reality of her profession, turning the heavy topic of death into something rhythmic and approachable. Business and Spirits at Wuwang Hill Life in Teyvat- Night with Hu Tao
Hu Tao's nights often start not with funeral rites, but with verse. Known as the "Alleyway Dark Poet," she roams Liyue by the light of the moon, composing doggerel that ranges from the whimsical to the profound. You might find her perched on a rooftop or wandering near the Ministry of Civil Affairs, meticulously caring for the stone lions she treats as pets. Life in Teyvat: A Night with Hu Tao
You smile nervously. You should have said no. To Hu Tao, poetry isn't just a hobby;
Hu Tao, the 77th Director of the Wangsheng Funeral Parlor, does not walk through the streets—she prances.
“You’re slow, Traveler!” She offers you a hand, then immediately pulls it away. “Just kidding. Get up yourself. It builds character.”