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"Don't worry about being different. The world's a big place, full of wonders & surprises."
Everyone: *bruised up*
Aether:Let’s take a break from Stygian. It’s fine not to win them all. Let’s see what the abyss has in st-
GEO GECKO
Zibai:ALL OF MY HATE! ALL OF IT! LEAVE US ALONE!
Columbina:It will be okay.
Zibai:But it won’t! That’s what’s upsetting about it!!!
Linnea:*in the distance* Address meeee!
Lumi: Ya-hoooooo!
Aether:I hate this for me…
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Linnea (23rd May)
Genshin Impact
The advisor always has answers ready for every question, but as for where she'll be, that's anyone's guess...
Linnea:Two reasons to pull for me before I go! Reason one! *holds Lumi*
Lumi: Ya-ho!”
Aether:Strong reason, but not enough.
Linnea:Reason two! I’m essentially geo Escoffier.
Aether:……Shit. That is what you are. Damnit! Zibai is just geo Skirk!
Zibai:I don’t know who this skirk is, but she sounds very cool.
Protocol: Official Meeting!
Prev<-
The votes have been submitted! The people have been chosen! With all things settled, Aether has set up a larger table in the captains’ room, big enough for all 21 main representatives and himself. He laid his head down at the very end of it from the exhaustion of catering and sprucing up the place.
The door open and to nobody’s surprise, pyro was the first to arrive,
Hu Tao:Back for her third appearance, they thought she couldn’t do it, it’s ya girl! Hu Tao!
Mavukia:Everyone voted for her.
Hu Tao:*sits in her old spot* And all is right with the world.
Aether:Wow, hey Bennett! Moving up to the bigger leagues!
Bennett:I still can’t believe it. But it made more sense so people wouldn’t have long debates over me.
Aether:That might be the best decision of the day.
Mavukia:Glad to be apart of this. I’m actually looking forward to talking more with everyone in a group setting. I imagine it gets a little lively. I’ll help where I can.
She said that, then immediately put her feet up on Aether’s legs and reclined back in her seat.
Aether:You got comfortable fast.
Mavuika:I’m taking a page out of Xilonen’s playbook. Do you think she got voted?
The door opened again as she said that; next to show up was geo. Navia came in with just as much energy as Hu Tao.
Navia:Guess who made it to the cool kids club!!!?
Linnea:The coolest of the kids!!!
Zibai:*walks in calmly* They’re very excited.
Mavuika:Let me guess. Xilonen is vice rep?
Zibai:You know her well.
Mavuika:Escaping me is her natural talent at this point.
Navia:Oh, Bennett! I was gonna try to advocate first pick on you in the future. Looks like I need a new opener.
Bennett:Am I really that popular?
Linnea:Aether! Who was the fastest to send in their submissions!?
Aether:Hydro.
Hu Tao:If Keqing would’ve remained in power, electro would have done it in an hour. I feel bad for whoever has to fill those shoes.
Ei:*walks in* Good evening.
And suddenly everyone but Mavuika sat up just a little bit more formally. Her eyes did light up seeing Varesa walk in right behind Ei; while Linnea felt her heart drop seeing Ineffa.
Mavukia:I had my fingers crossed I’d see you here. Way to step up!
Varesa:If I’m being honest I’m absolutely nervous.
Ineffa:Sal-u-tations everyone. I look forward to working together.
Aether:That’s a new greeting.
Ineffa:I learned it from a light novel. Unfortunately, there’s no date the tenth volume.
Ei:Miko wanted me to tell you all that it will cost a hefty some if you decide that she’s needed in future meetings.
Hu Tao:Why are we being punished!?
Ei:She’s a little upset is all. I’m sure treating her to a meal will smooth things over.
They all take a seat; Ineffa made sure to sit on the opposite side of Linnea.
Zibai:Who do you think will show up last? I was almost certain it would be us.
Navia:I told you I had plenty of time to make some pastries for the occasion.
Aether:I don’t think I want my sweets compared to yours.
???:They’d be more balanced, health wise.
Escoffier came in pointing fingers at Navia in judgment, meanwhile Ayaka came in to light up Hu Tao’s mood. That was quickly put on hold upon seeing Citlali. Her head immediately whipped to Mavuika.
Mavuika:Citlali!? You’re here too!?
Citlali:Unfortunately. Wait, why are you surprised?
Mavukia:N-No reason. Glad you’re here! Hehe…
Citlali:…Gasp! Am I your special vote? Do I have to attend two separate meetings!?
Hu Tao:For the record, I wouldn’t have done this to you.
Citlali:I can’t believe this! I have other things to do y’know.
Aether:I will help with any excess work. *smiles*
Citlali:…You better.
Hu Tao:Welcome back Ayaka!
Ayaka:I- Lord Raiden!?
Ei:*waves* Relax. We are all friends here. In this instance, I do believe you are my senior.
Ayaka:Th-That will hardly mean much…
Sandrone:*walking in* You all sure have energy.
Varesa:Ummm were we supposed to bring all four votes in our house?
Escoffier:No. Lady Sandrone wasn’t here when it time to vote. She’s not apart of anything, but we were hoping she could observe to shadow Ayaka.
Ayaka:Much like Keqing, I think I want a little down time, if that’s alright?
Aether:Of course. I only feel bad I didn’t bring an extra s-
Sandrone:*conjures chair*
Aether:Never mind.
Sandrone:*turns head*….
Ei:??? Hello. Have we met?
Sandrone:No. I just wasn’t expecting to see someone so…famous. Word of the Electro Archon tends to travel.
Ei:I presume it’s rather unflattering.
Sandrone:To some. I for one will withhold judgment. *looks away*
Aether:Welp….didn’t think this would happen. Maybe it really is good Arlecchino isn’t here at all?
Mavukia:To answer an earlier question, anemo should be the last. Varka isn’t one for meetings.
Varka:*walks in* But I live for good first impressions! Also one of us stresses out about being late.
Faruzan:Young man, that’s most people.
Bennett:Ay!! Varka!
Varka:Well look who’s going places!? And here I was ready to make a speech to have first pick. We actually almost made you our fifth seat.
Bennett:Did you vote Miss Nicole?
Varka:Nah. I didn’t want to look desperate.
Their third member, Scara, walks in last. To his left, Sandrone stares at him while Navia waves eagerly. To his right, his mother of all people. He looked at Aether with pure exhaustion. All he got was a shrug. He sat near Navia ultimately.
Navia:Hat Guy!!!! I hope you’ve been well?
Scara:It’s a sliding scale.
Linnea:Dendro and hydro are all that’s left. You think their choices were difficult?
Hu Tao:There’s a lot of personality in the hydro house.
Everyone:Yeah….
Scara:Considering this current group, I’m sure it was more drawn out than our own.
Aether:How did you let Venti escape responsibility?
Varka:It’s sorta a talent he’s mastered.
Mavuika:Hahaha! Looks like you have more to learn.
Ei:It’s for the best. Things will go smoother this way.
Zibai:I wanted to see him though….
Ineffa:Dendro will be next to arrive.
Hu Tao:How can you tell.
Ineffa:I sense my own.
Ajaw:KINICH! SO HELP ME YOU BETTER INTRODUCE ME CORRECTLY OR-
Kinich:They voted me, not you. Isn’t this your chance to go do something, or do you want to be locked up?
Ajaw:On what grounds!? I haven’t done anything!
Mavukia:What if I told him to!?
Silence came from behind the door. After a few seconds, Kinich came in without his companion. Emilie and Lauma followed right behind him.
Kinich:Thank you.
Mavuika:I am so happy to see so many of my people join me! Xilonen really missed out.
Emilie:Oh look, hi Bennett. No need for our speech.
Bennett:*smiles*
Lauma:….
Sandrone:H-Hello. It only makes sense they’d choose someone as capable as you.
Lauma:Much appreciated. I see you are in good health. May the moon continue to shine down on you. Although, I believe that would happen without a prayer.
Aether:I did not plan this well. At least everyone is cordial!
Varka:Ah, where are my manners? Marionette, on behalf of Mondstadt, thank you for your service. We couldn’t have gotten through Dottore without you.
Sandrone:Tge pleasure was genuinely all mine. He had to go.
Ei:Ah, she’s a Harbinger. I wasn’t familiar with her real name. So that’s what that look was for.
Aether:I should’ve bet mora on hydro being last.
Citlali:Are they typically unorganized.
Aether:No, but…
Kinich:Some people have a habit of oversleeping.
Right one queue, Mualani comes rushing in.
Mualani:We are not late! We’re right on-
Everyone:…
Now normally she’d be a little embarrassed, but with so many Natlanese here…
Mualani:*raises fist* Well look at us! For Natlan.
Kinich and Citlali:You can’t just-
Varesa and Mavuika:For Natlan!!!
Bennett:For Natlan!
Mualani:That’s the spirit!
Kinich:Siiiiggghhh
Citlali:Let it go. It’s easier that way.
Lauma:Where’s Nilou?
Nilou:*walks in* Right where you think she is.
Hu Tao:Honestly…of course. Who else would be an easy choice?
Furina:Yours truly!
There was an obvious stare from Mavuika that Hu Tao chose to ignore the moment Furina entered the room. There was actually a few faces that immediately curled their lips at the sight of Furina.
Just like that, everyone was here, plus one. Even with some clear tension between a few people, Aether was more than optimistic about this group.
Aether:Take a good look at your peers. You will be seeing them regularly. Now then, there’s no real official business on the first meeting. However, there is now something we need to workout. As you know, every house here had to choose someone not of their element as a fifth seat for a special reason related to alternative jobs.
Scara:Are you going to tell us what they are?
Aether:There’s not much point. I did consider however that a representative here might end up holding two titles. Which is fine!
Citlali:Is it!? I didn’t even want one job and now I have two.
Furina:Ah, so you got the short end of the stick? My condolences.
Geos and Cryos:….
Nilou:Did I get picked for the dendro house?
Emilie:Unanimously.
Nilou:Hehe, that actually makes me happy. I had a feeling. That’s fine. I’m actually curious about meeting the others.
Aether:Well, you’ve technically met three. Furina got picked twice.
Furina:….Huh?
Ayaka:Oh my. Someone voted for you besides us? I would’ve assumed dendro but…
Escoffier:*looks at Navia.
Navia:*bright red* In our defense, it felt like such an obvious choice. No one contested me!
Furina:I have triple the work!?
Sandrone:You let Columbina escape any form of work!?
Linnea:It seemed obsessive when Zibai and myself were here!
Scara:Knowing her, she’s probably made her escape by now.
Furina:Ummm, are these choices set in stone?
Aether:No. It’s why I’m bringing it up. You get to pick which house to represent, as well as who should replace you for the other. Seeing how they both wanted hydro to begin with.
Navia:*bats eyelashes*
Escoffier:*flashes recipes*
Furina:….I would hate to leave Ayaka in dire straits.
Cryos:Let’s go!
Navia:And here i thought I mastered persuasion…
Furina:We need to find Columbina.
Aether:Alright! Team exercise: bring back the Moon Goddess! The reward will be first pick on assignments!
And they scattered like trained assassins. All except Samdrone.
Sandrone:Can’t you just call her name?
Aether:I like ice breakers. Can’t you?
Sandrone:I’m practically an understudy. *sips tea* Plus what would I look like screaming her name all over the place.
Aether:Par for the course.
Sandrone:…*squints*
New Protocol 3
Protocol 2<-
[Geo House]
Itto:Alright everyone, listen up! I, Arataki “Numero Uno” Itto, firmly believe that I-
Ningguang:*gently grabs shoulder*…
Itto:…
Ningguang:As a peculiar “acquaintance” to Yelan, and a concerned individual, I will give you 50 thousand mora to sit down and accept this sliver of reality.
Itto:But…sniffles I actually had a speech this time. It was full proof.
Ningguang:…Impress me with the brief version.
Itto:I have my sword, Linnea is really cool, my main man Gorou always has my back, and that Fountaine superstar is always helping someone. Doesn’t that mean I’m awesome?
Geos: Holy crap, it was a legitimate point!
Ningguang:*hands him a bag* Treat this as an apology.
Itto:Does this mean I get a spot!?
Albedo:No.
Itto:Oh come on!
Albedo:Your thought process is sound, and definitely worth considering. However, you and I she’s very similar situation. You stated owning your blade as a positive in your favor, and it is. But…you’re not the only greatsword user, now are you.
Navia and Noelle:*wave*
Itto:….Gasp! But it’s mine! One of you doesn’t even care much for it!
Navia:It’s still pretty impressive.
Noelle:I quite like it a lot.
Gorou:Your argument for a spot was great, the only issue is, well…it’s actually a great argument for them as well.
Albedo:It’s not a full proof Arataki Itto plan. It’s a full proof geo frontliner plan. As for me, I fear my sword also might find better use in another’s hand.
Zibai:Apologies. I had no intent on intruding. I can make do without.
Albedo:It’s alright. We should put our best foot forward, and it’s not as if it’s gone forever. Use as you see fit, representative.
Itto:Okay so….I’m not even gonna pretend like she wasn’t get spot, but she doesn’t even have to state a defense!? She just gets it!?
Yun Jin:Itto, she is a legendary figure that the archons themselves look up to with great respect.
Zibai:*smiles* I’m also good at math. That’s the most important part if you ask me.
Itto:Fine, no need to rub it in.
Illuga:If I may, consider the state of affairs we’re up against, I believe Linnea should have a seat. She’s too vital to not be. In the right conditions, we can occupy multiple battle fronts thanks to her.
Linnea:*red* M-me!? I was ready to be an honorable mention. Top 3? Oof, that’s some real pressure.
Itto:Right!? We would totally understand if you want to take a more backseat approach.
Linnea:Oh no, i accept this position without question! From conch gang leader to house of geo representative! Looks like I’m moving up in the world!
Noelle:Umm, I don’t think I deserve a spot. I’ll abstain.
Zhongli:Undeserving? I have to disagree. Many here would say you’ve done the most time and time again.
Noelle:Oh no! Your contribution is far more impressive than my own. It’s just that….part of mine was the fact I can provide healing alongside damage when it came Itto. Now that Linnea has stepped up….
Itto:So? With her around, now your advantage is making a shield too. There’s not a crystallize shard in sight!
Geos:….
Itto:What? If I’m gonna get a spot, I want it for my qualities and not someone else’s flaws!
Zibai:I like that attitude, young man!
Ningguang:You are truly full of surprises today.
Yun Jin:Navia? You’ve barely spoken. I thought you would’ve jumped at the chance.
Navia:You would think, hehe… If I’m being honest, I always feel like I’m a bit lacking more often than not. I mean some success of mine were thanks to Noelle and the god of thunder herself. Other times I can’t seem to close the gap. Unlike you all, I wouldn’t say I have a real stand out moment. I’m not like you.
Albedo:Is that your greatest quality? I can’t think of a single reason why I would ask for the Shogun’s help. You aren’t like us, it’s true. Right now you could ask for my aunt Nicole, Ineffa, and Xingqui to team up, and it’s viable.
Zhongli:More often than not, our success builds upon one another in this house. You however, are the undisputed bridge between us and the other houses.
Itto:Maaaaan! I can’t even argue with that. Any time I’m calling for Gorou, you’re waving over Bennett like it’s no big deal. I don’t think we ever butted heads over teammates. Darn it! Now I’m convinced. Just give it to one of them!
Noelle:Navia, I for one think you’re more than enough.
Navia:Hey now…sniffles no need to get too mushy. I rather like my makeup as it is. If you all have that much faith in me, then I’ll do my best!
Ningguang:Now then, are we going to address the obvious lack of a certain someone’s voice?
They all turn their head to see Xilonen’s head in her arms as she sleeps at the table.
Kachina:She’s…been busy.
Zibai:With?
Kachina:H-Helping a lot of people…
Ningguang:And just like that, fourth seat. Unavoidable, and unproblematic, so you might as well stop fake sleeping.
Xilonen:…*raises head* What gave it away?
Illuga:A lack of snoring.
Kachina:I’m sorry. I said too much!
Xilonen:You did perfectly fine. Like she said, unavoidable. Siiigh.
Albedo:I believe you and Navia are the most qualified to determine the fifth and final seat.
Xilonen:Well at a glance I would say Columbina. Not only does she create a third separate team option in rare circumstances when three is needed, but in the standard scenario, she’s greatly contributing to one side to balance out the other. However…
Navia:*smiles* The real ray of light on our side is the wonderful Furina de Fontaine! She’s not just my other half or the half of lunar crystallize. She is reason why any of us healing was considered an advantage to begin with.
Linnea:Next to me, we’ll push Navia all the way to the top! Put her next to Zibai, and Xilonen can easily get them in rhythm alongside Aino. She even helps Bina.
Zibai:Sounds like there’s no need for further discussion. Furina de Fontaine it is!
Navia:Yaaaaaay!
xxxxxxx
Furina:*eating cake*
Columbina:Say, what happens if you’re the rep on one house, and the advocate of another?
Furina:*shrugs* There’s so many of us, what are the odds? I mean if that’s gonna happen to anyone, it’s probably Nilou. I guess she can tell us when it’s all finalized.
The hydro rep continued to eat, completely unaware that she currently holds three seats total thanks to the praise of cryo and geo.