Zhong Li

Appearance: Face and Markings. She has fair skin and bright amber, almost fiery eyes—a look as if flames were dancing in them. On her forehead is the characteristic light mark of the Yax, but Indarias's is a reddish-orange tint, emphasizing her connection to the element of Pyro.
Hair and Style. Her hair is dark brown with fiery red highlights, as if touched by flames; her hairstyle is loose, tousled in places, as if a hot wind were constantly blowing around her. In some conceptions, she is depicted with elements resembling flames woven into her braids or as light trails of fabric.
Hands and skin. Indarias's hands have a warm reddish-gold hue—like the other Yaxses, this is an elemental marker: Bosacius's is purple, Menogyas's is yellow, and Bonanas's is blue. In places, the skin seems to be covered with thin golden veins, reminiscent of heated cracks.
Clothing. Light, "hot" shades: terracotta, copper, dark red, with gold accents. These are often layered elements that resemble flames or flower petals about to burst into flame. The design features many open areas—the emphasis is on agility and warmth, rather than heavy armor.

Personality: Passionate and straightforward. She didn't hesitate to make decisions or mince words: if something needed to be done, she did it immediately. Her directness could seem harsh, but there was no malice behind it—only a desire to act.
A passionate protector. For her, duty and loyalty weren't abstract concepts: she literally burned for those she considered her own. If one of the Five was in trouble, she would rush into battle first, without a thought for herself.
Emotional and vibrant. Among her friends, she laughed loudly, was genuinely angry, and rejoiced with genuine joy—without any half-tones. That's why her fall from karmic debt felt especially cruel: the flame that had warmed her ultimately burned her.
She wasn't afraid of death, but of powerlessness. Her greatest fear was failing to help, failing to protect, being rendered useless. This made her selfless to the extreme: she took on the most dangerous tasks so that others could retreat.

Appearance: General appearance. The only one of the Five, along with Indarias, whose appearance is feminine and graceful. Slender figure, graceful movements; her style is closer to Menogias than to the combative Bosacius.
Colors and Elements. The palette is Hydro-inspired: blue and light blue clothing with gold accents—the same combination as other Yaks, only in an aquatic palette. On the forehead is a light blue mark, as is traditional for Bonanas and noted in community materials.
Clothing. In her memories, she appears wearing a long dress with flowing sleeves and a train—and this is no accident: it is known that Menogias made this dress for her encounters with the adepts. The long train, which was so inconvenient in battle, is a detail that alludes to the element of water: smoothness, fluidity, flow.

Character: Tactful and delicate.
Family above all else. The Yax Five treated each other like family, and Bonanas was part of this "family"—she was shared with care, and her opinions were taken into account by Morax himself when assembling a collection of Menogias's works.

Appearance: Face and Hair. Long brown hair with yellow streaks—a direct reference to the element of Geo. Amber-yellow eyes, a light-colored mark on the forehead, like the other Yaxses (Xiao's is purple, Bonanas's is blue).
Hands. Menogyas's hands are golden-yellow, a characteristic of the Yaxes: Indarias's hands are red, and Bosacius's are purple.
Clothing. He wears an elegant high-collared coat with yellow sleeves, over which lies a dark cloak with Geo-style patterns. His appearance is the most "civilized" of the Five: not combat-ready nakedness and tattoos, but neat, well-thought-out clothing.

Personality: A master tailor. His hobby is creating exquisitely beautiful clothing. Rex Lapis was a great admirer of his work and amassed an entire collection of his outfits—including the very suit Zhong-Li wears in human form to this day. So Zhong-Li's elegance is essentially the handiwork of Menogias himself.
A perfectionist and stubborn in his work, he was warm and caring. He interacted with his comrades not as subordinates, but as family: his concern for the appearance of his brothers and sisters was his love language. There's a famous scene where he patiently tried to persuade Bosacius to don the purple robe—which, alas, had only two sleeves. The four-armed Yaxa never did don the robe, but the very fact that Menogias brought it and coaxed him into it speaks volumes about his gentle persistence.
A contrast to war. Of all the Yaks, he embodied creation, not destruction—he sewed, not hewed.

Appearance: Four arms and claws are his most distinctive feature. His forearms and hands gradually darken toward the tips, acquiring a deep purple hue, and his fingers are topped with long, almost claw-like nails. In combat, this gives him a unique style—he could wield two pairs of weapons simultaneously.
Tattoos. He doesn't need outerwear: his body is adorned with purple tattoos of thunderclouds and lightning bolts—a direct reference to the element of Electro. They seem to come to life when he moves. His face and hair. Short, spiky hair, slicked back, with purple streaks. His eyes are green; when karmic debt takes over, they "glow" purple-red—that's how he's described.
Yaxa's Mask. Like other Yaxas, he wore a mask in battle—the same one depicted on the crown of the Cinnabar Overworld. The mask enhances his power, but also harms the wearer.

Personality: A warrior's pride. Before every battle, he announced his name and title—not out of vanity, but as part of the Yaksa code of honor. His name was important to him.
The leader and "big brother." He wasn't just the strongest fighter, but a powerful leader—Xiao himself admitted it. The Five treated each other like family: he called the others "brothers" and "sisters." He was also known for his mischievous act: he once painted Xiao's face while he was sleeping.
A bon vivant and witty. Despite the constant war, he knew how to love life and encouraged his comrades to reminisce about the good times.

Appearance: Face and Features. He has pale skin and expressive amber-gold eyes with vertical pupils, like a predator's. His hair is dark green, almost black, with turquoise-emerald streaks; it is pulled back into a high ponytail, but individual strands fall freely, emphasizing his swiftness.
Ears and mask. His pointed ears betray his inhuman nature. He often appears wearing a golden Yaxa mask, which has terrifying features: it conceals his emotions and contains demonic power.

Clothing and details. The outfit combines lightness and combat practicality: bare shoulders, layered ribbons and fabrics that flutter as he moves. He wears numerous gold jewelry and pendants, reminiscent of amulets and bells—they jingle as he moves. On his arms and shoulders are protective elements reminiscent of armor, but without the heavy plates: the emphasis is on speed, not brute defense.
Weapon and stance. His spear is graceful yet deadly. In battle, he seems to float above the ground: his movements are sharp, fluid, and almost weightless, as if he were gliding through the air.
Symbolism. The turquoise-green and gold hues allude to Anemo's power and his status as Yaksa; the ribbons and pendants symbolize rituals and protection from corruption. Even his feathers resemble bird wings, echoing his title "Golden-Winged."

Personality: A sense of duty. For Xiao, duty isn't a choice, but a necessity. He continues to fight even when his strength is exhausted, because he can't allow evil to spread. His motivation is simple: "I have to do this."
Hidden care. He doesn't say, "I'll take care of you," but does everything he can to protect Li Yue and those he cares about. For example, he secretly protects the city and helps at critical moments, remaining in the shadows.
Pride and independence. He dislikes accepting help and rarely admits weakness.
Reserved and withdrawn. He rarely speaks more than necessary and doesn't seek out communication. For him, words are unnecessary noise, and actions speak louder. This makes him seem cold, but this isn't indifference, but a way to protect himself and others.

Human Form (Zhong Li). A tall, stately man with a noble bearing. His dark brown hair, with golden-amber highlights, is neatly styled and pulled back; his eyes are a warm amber hue, seeming to glow with ancient wisdom. His clothing is understated yet luxurious: a black suit with gold details, a cape with patterns resembling dragon scales or stone veins. His movements convey a calm confidence, as if he is always in control of the situation.

Morax's divine form. He appears as a majestic stone dragon: a long, powerful body covered in plates reminiscent of rock formations; golden patterns like glowing veins; impressive horns and claws. His color is dark gray and black with amber accents. He embodies the power of earth and time: he appears as if he himself is part of the mountains and cliffs.

Details and symbolism. The golden elements in his image allude to his element (Geo) and his status as the god of contracts; the patterns on his clothing and scales are reminiscent of runes and natural faults. Even his posture and gaze are always "weighty"—as if his every word and movement carries significance.

Character: Wisdom and antiquity. He has lived for thousands of years, witnessed the rise and fall of civilizations, and so speaks measuredly, without unnecessary fuss. His phrases often sound like aphorisms, and his decisions are balanced and long-term.
A commitment to contracts. For him, his word is law, and contracts are sacred. He doesn't just love formalities: for Morax, they are a way to maintain order and balance in the world. Hence his saying: "All deals must be made fairly."
Restraint and calm. He rarely loses his composure, even in critical situations, maintaining a cool head. This isn't indifference, but an understanding of the scale of events: he knows that panic doesn't solve problems.
A heavy burden of responsibility. Behind his outward composure lies the weariness of millennia of governance and protection. He is willing to sacrifice his personal comfort for the good of the region, and this makes him a tragic figure: he deliberately limits his power and presence.