god's (un)chosen.

⏳ ━━ glory to al - ahmar ! ❞ wisdom's measure.

# TIMENVOY. to be affiliated sethos from genshin impact. by berry. ━━    rules.    about & talents.   threads. mun.

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Escaping the noise of the city and its resort, the Wanderer felt most at home in the wilderness. Under the cover of the woods, his run-ins with obnoxious humans were few and far between, though one time he spooked some campers in the middle of the night. What did they call him, again? Some sort of stupid name, not worth remembering… "Large leg?"

When he heard screams from a distant cliffside, he thought someone else might have suffered the same fate. His morbid curiosity led him to the zip line; seeing that the cause for terror was something so mundane curbed his enthusiasm. Humans sure love scaring themselves over nothing…and what's with the double-rider setup?!

He sat in a nearby tree, silently watching guests pass by. There was entertainment value in the horrified looks on riders' faces, though many chickened out, and others still were up here hunting for the "large leg" instead. It quickly became tiresome.

The Wanderer was just thinking of leaving when a certain green-eyed face came into view on the trail. Huh. As Sethos neared his perch, he couldn't resist a taunt, eyes gleaming from behind the leaves. "Well, well, if it isn't a certain flightless insect. Don't tell me you're here to take to the skies with this ridiculous contraption--gliding would be easier. For some reason, it requires two people…"

A disgruntled pause, then a realization. "--And don't expect me to join you! I already have a better way down."

After what felt like an odyssey in search of a creature he wasn't even sure it was real or not at this point, Sethos had decided to take a well-deserved break from all of the madness he had encountered in recent days. The resort had been his first stop, Choca Beach his second, and now his comeback to the Bigshell Eco Park for redemption. Hopefully, with no unwanted surprises along the way. . . right ?

His peace lasted for half an hour as it didn't take him long to hear screams from afar. Was this place cursed or was this sheer misfortune finally catching up to him ? Whatever it was, he couldn't turn his gaze away from it. His own constitution forbade him from ignoring it, and so the desert dweller went to check things out. At first, his mind returned back to the monster in question, another possible encounter that would roll in motion another investigation. However, once the brunette drew closer, what he found was nothing like the monster he had imagined.

As it turned out, the screams he'd heard came from the fear and thrill of those riding the newest zip wire. An activity he had noticed during his first visit to the area, though at the time, it hadn’t caught his interest.... until now.

Wasn't it interesting ? A new method to explore this eccentric place. Sure, gliding would be easier, perhaps even faster. Nevertheless, it wasn't about the speed it possessed but about the fun it gave them. And what could be a very effective way to spot Largeankle. He could give it a try, actually, he will give it a try ! Gotta enjoy what this place could offer for once.

Approaching the trail got him right to the instructors and those who awaited for their name to be called. Getting a turn was the easy part, getting a partner might be the hardest as this activity was meant to be conquered by two individuals. Sethos could ask anyone, his friendliness paired up perfectly with his charisma. And truth to be told, he would have done so if A CERTAIN SOMEONE hadn't called out for his attention.

That familiar tone of voice made him perk up as that taunt so peculiar of his got him shifting his gaze right where the puppet sat. ❝ As perceptive as always, hat guy. ❞ An eyebrow raises just as a smile, running into a friend was always a welcoming surprise despite being called a flightless insect along the way. ❝ Actually, I am. It looks fun ! Might be the only chance I get on these vacations so why not ? Plus, now that I know you're here I can rest easy knowing that if this thing fails, someone will catch right on time. ❞ Hands set on his hips, a laugh comes out to ease the mood. Wanderer keeps talking and Sethos keeps hearing, it's then that he's reminded of an essential he's still missing; "it requires two people", wanderer had said, not knowing what this had provoked. A domino effect that ends on his own doom.

Realization struck like a spotlight clicking above his head, his eyes sparkled and his mouth opened eagerly. WELL, WELL, WELL.

"Hey! Sethos! I was actually considering how to be allowed inside. Glad to see I don't have to." He chuckled awkwardly.

"Either way, glad I caught you. I was in the city when I heard someone mention it was your birthday. So, I grabbed something and walked through the desert to get here. I actually don't know what I'd do if you weren't here." Kaveh scratched the back of his neck.

He pulled out an leather bag, handing it to the other. "Here. Leather holds up a lot better than most cloth. But I know it can be fairly pricey. So here, you won't have to worry about getting sand in your stuff no more."

Coming back home for a special day like this was more of a routine than anything else. Whether he had started his day at Sumeru City or camping in middle of the sandy sea, he would always find his way back to the Temple of Silence. Here his people would feast and celebrate alongside him, raising a glass in his name to a prosperous life. It's not a traditional family like the ones back at the city but it's his and that's enough.

For hours, until the sun set on the horizon, Sethos enjoyed the company of his community before going out on a walk. The mantlet of stars guided him through and in his own solitude he found comfort. He takes his time getting back to the temple, walking through a familiar path before emerald hues fixate on a blurry figure visible from miles away.

❝ It's been a while, Kaveh. ❞ At his approach there's a wave back at his friend, a happy hum added to his reply. Certainly the architect stood out far too much for his own good. Nevertheless, at the Temple of silence, he would be welcome as one of their own. ❝ You got right on time, I was just about to step inside. Ah ! The trip must have been exhausting, friend. ❞ Walking from the city to desert was no easy task. No one in their right mind would do such thing... yet we are talking about Kaveh here. ❝ Coming all the way here to give me a gift ? You flatter me. ❞ Eccentric as well as stubborn, a very dangerous combo in fact. But he sure has great taste and that's something Sethos can't deny.

Although Sethos won't be attending lore, he can be found exploring Empyrea, mostly in THE EMPYREAN RESORT, SHELL ECO PARK & SOARING HEIGHTS.

For the first half of the month of JUNE, I'll be accepting asks with the prompts of the areas mentioned ! For those curious, he will be using a "formal attire" when he's at the resort and at soaring heights ( reference : hoyofair 2024 ) but will change to his usual look whenever he's at the eco park.

These are the prompts I'm most interested in but the rest are, of course, welcome as well:

[BALLROOM] - Welcome to my prince Sethos agenda. With how confident and flirty he can be, I wouldn't be surprised if he ended up dragging someone out to dance. It doesn't have to be romantic but it certainly will be chaotic.

[CRYPTID SIGHTING] - Curiosity got the best out of him and now, he's on a mission to be the first one to get a picture out of that alleged monster lurking in the woods at night. Join Sethos on an adventure to prove if that famous "LARGEANKLE" even exists.

Inquisitive minds from across Teyvat and beyond are invited to partake in their workshop dedicated to Slime tests and experiments. What fascinating combinations and groundbreaking results can you and your friend come up with ?

He might not be a Spantamad graduate like Cyno ( or even a student to begin with ). But the time to try and see if he's fit to be part of a Darshan has come and there's no better way than a workshop like this ! Join Sethos ( or let him drag you by accident ) on his adventure to discover if alchemy is really his thing or just another thing Cyno surpasses him on.

His chuckle grows ever so slightly, a snort held back by a contented sigh. ❝ Is charming me part of your next trick, magician ? ❞ With words as sweet as his anyone would fall right on the palm of his hand. Anyone except Sethos. It would take him more than that to win his favor. ❝ You've been staring at me for quite some time now. Tell me, is there something in your mind ? ❞ Perceptive, is he not ? A natural talent fit for his peculiar upbringing.

Out of all the guests present for the show, Lyney had coincidentally chosen the hardest target in the room. He, who is aware of the spared glances thrown his way, acts foolish enough to blend with the crowd. When Lyney smiled, he did so as well. When he pointed, he nudged with the rest. An spectator like any other right until the spotlight is set on him. Even when it's not his intention, he always ends up standing out amongst the rest. Call it another natural talent of his, one of many it seems.

❝ If you need a volunteer you should just say so. I can help with that. ❞ Though that's more of a wild guess from his part. ❝ But try not to stare too much or else, you might get distracted mid act, blondie. ❞ An added wink comes to place, consider it a generous tip for his services.

Since his formal arrival in Sumeru City, not as a visitor this time - but as a recognized citizen among the locals, much in his life has changed in ways he never could have imagined. Sethos had traded life within the walls of the sacred temple hidden in the heart of the desert, a silent refuge where only the chosen could behold its magnificence and share in its secrets, for a modest hut in the bustling city. A rather drastic change if you ask him. One he still had trouble adjusting to despite the confident demeanor he presented to others.

After all, it’s not every day you go from living in structured community, bound by strict rules and a role-defined routine, to complete freedom of choice. Now, every decision, from where he lives to what he does and what he wants to pursue, is entirely in his hands. That includes, of course, something as trivial as decorating his own home… a task he had no idea where to even begin with.

❝ Hmm, weeeell, what you did here is rather.... unique. ❞ At this point on time the brunet wasn't entirely sure if accepting Alhaitham's help had been a success or a mistake. His choice in furniture was decent, but not so much when it came to matching the pieces all together. It's almost as if he was doing it on purpose, knowing too damn well who would come after to undo the mess. ❝ If I'm honest with you - i'm not so sure about the clock, or the curtains, or the lamp, or the ━━ ❞ and the list goes on. Objects that alone, stand out, but when together, they become a chaotic mess. At least this is way better than the little to no individuality his old room had back at the temple.

❝ I didn't know you had a bit of an eccentric taste. ❞ Should he blame the other's trickster side ? Either way, Sethos didn't entirely dislike it, the problem here alone was the composition. If he could just shift a few things from one side to another, or even adjust the light source, it would hopefully improve in the eyes of a certain professional. ❝ Perhaps we can move a few things to the closet. Like the weird fungus figurine you put in the middle of the room - ❞ No idea where he even got it to begin with. How it ended up in his possession is a mystery yet to be resolved. ❝ or the random TCG poster I won at a raffle . . . actually, let's get rid of that one entirely. You can have it if you want or put it aside for Cyno. This place is a work in progress but at least now it looks more. . . ❞ Varied ? Wild ? Hectic ? ❝ - lively. ❞

Life outside of the desert’s walls is vast in many senses. These new surroundings held kinder suns and less treacherous winds than the endless abrasive waves of sand he called home. People in the city thrived like plants under constant care, tended by the skies and watered by the rain, an existence hard to grasp for those raised by the desert, where nature imposes constant limitations and hardships. There, a place where danger often emerges without a warning. For those raised within the golden seas, it’s something you learn to survive with until those hardships become part of your routine. The desert life is not fit for the weak, that’s why many who come opt to leave as soon as they get a chance. But for others, used to the obstacles and adversities, it’s all they’ve ever known ━━ all Sethos has memory of. 

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