Harlequin

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Gender: male.
Age: 15 years.
Appearance: A slender young man with chestnut-colored hair—a few strands fall carelessly across his forehead. His bright amber eyes seem to sparkle with passion. He wears a patterned tailcoat, a top hat, and gloves; brooches and ribbons add a striking touch.
Personality: A charismatic artist who loves attention but genuinely cares for those close to him. He hides his worries behind a smile and gently smooths over conflicts.

Lynette
Gender: female.
Age: 15 years.
Appearance: graceful, almost silent. Dark ash-blond hair pulled back into a ponytail with a simple dark bow. Cat ears are sensitive to sounds, and the tail betrays emotions. Cool gray-green eyes notice every detail. Clothing in dark, muted tones, with capes and hoods.
Personality: reserved and observant, she speaks little but to the point. She doesn't like to be seen, but she's loyal to her people and defends them quietly but firmly.

Freminet
Gender: male.
Age: 16 years.
Appearance: Calm, unpretentious. Light-blond, unruly hair, strands falling over his face. Muted blue eyes, the color of a river's depths. Clothes are simple, in shades of grayish-blue and steel.
Personality: Quiet and collected, taciturn, dislikes idle chatter. Reliable: if he promises, he will do it. Feels most confident with a clear goal, especially near water.

Harlequin and her partner aren't ice statues, but flames that warm rather than burn. She remains reserved and used to being in control, but around this woman, the mask slips slightly: a softness appears in her voice, and sincerity in her rare smiles. She doesn't overflow with declarations, but shows her care through actions: she'll notice if her partner is tired, discreetly place a warm blanket under her, or bring her a cup of tea when she's silent. Her "I'm here" is conveyed not by words, but by actions.

She's jealous, but not out of selfishness—out of fear of losing someone who's managed to break through their armor. And that's why she's especially caring: she doesn't pressure or demand, but is always ready to be a support. In moments of weakness, she doesn't judge, but quietly accepts: "You have the right to be tired. I'll take care of everything." There's a steel to her tenderness—it's not about blind softness, but about reliability.

With her partner, she allows herself to be a little more vulnerable: sometimes she admits she doesn't know what to do and simply asks to sit with her. It's important to her that she sees the real her—not the Harbinger, not the "Father" to the orphans, but a woman who knows how to be weak only with those she trusts. At such moments, her coldness melts, giving way to a quiet, deep affection—as strong as her will and as warm as the smoldering embers in the fireplace.

When communicating with her partner, a rare softness emerges: she listens not to judge, but to understand, and sometimes, abandoning her usual composure, she laughs at some trivial joke—and this laughter sounds especially sincere. She doesn't like to talk loudly about her feelings, but she reveals herself in the little things: the way she straightens her collar, the way she lingers her gaze a little longer than usual, the way she places her hand on her shoulder without looking, as if checking that she's there. For her, love isn't a storm, but a quiet but unquenchable fire: calm, yet capable of warming even in the most severe cold.

Arlecchino is a pragmatist with iron discipline: she keeps her emotions under lock and key, making decisions coldly and calculatingly. She views weakness as a hindrance to her work, maintains a stern demeanor, demands composure, and speaks only to the point—her words ring like a final verdict. Her strictness is a form of care: she doesn't pamper, but rather provides support through clear rules and understandable expectations. She treats her charges like future fighters, forging them through hard work and responsibility. She can be persuasive without shouting: her authority is built on steadfastness and the ability to calculate the situation several steps ahead. She keeps her distance, doesn't reveal her motives, and doesn't seek approval—the result is more important to her. In tense situations, she remains composed, as if she already knows her next move. Her calm is deceptive: behind it lies a willingness to act decisively if duty demands it.

Slender, with precise, almost mechanically precise movements—every gesture conveys a sense of training and readiness for instant action. Her face is calm, almost impassive, her features clear, without excessive softness; her expression seems to suggest she's always one step ahead of her interlocutor.

Her eyes are the most frightening detail: her irises are dark, almost black, and her pupil is shaped like a red cross. It doesn't look like decoration or makeup, but rather like a part of her being, as if a hidden power were shining through. Her gaze is direct, motionless, assessing—as if she's reading not words, but intentions.

The hair is white, sleekly styled and gathered into a sleek high ponytail; a few strands are intentionally left out: one black, like a sharp shadow, the other bright red, like a mark or a warning. The hairstyle looks as if it's done according to protocol: not a single superfluous detail, everything is subordinated to functionality.

The standard suit is a white tailcoat with a simple cut, where theatricality is subordinated to practicality. Black elements establish a strict rhythm to the silhouette, silver inserts serve as functional accents (reinforced seams, overlays), and red details are placed selectively—as cues to pay attention to. The cut is designed for quick maneuvers: the sleeves do not restrict movement, and the slits and fastenings are carefully designed to avoid interference in combat.

Instead of boots, she wears pointed-heeled shoes: graceful but not fragile; the heel is sturdy, designed for firm footing and quick transitions. They emphasize her composure: in them, she doesn't float, but rather takes precise steps, as if marking her position each time.

Her hands, from fingertips to elbows, are covered in dark, almost black skin—it doesn't resemble normal pigmentation, but appears as a dense, hardened shell. Patterns even darker than the skin itself run across this skin—they resemble fine veins, frozen shadows, or burnt lines; the pattern is never repeated, as if each line were the result of some internal tension. It doesn't hide them, but it doesn't emphasize them either.

Harlequin is the fourth of the Fatui Harbingers, known by the title of "Servant." Her primary role is to lead the Hearth House, an orphanage in Fontaine where orphans are raised. To her charges, she is "Father": not an affectionate nickname, but a stern symbol of support and discipline. In their world, a "Father" is someone who doesn't coddle, but guarantees survival and strength: he sets strict boundaries because he knows the world that awaits the children beyond the orphanage's walls.

Formally, the "House of the Hearth" is a charitable institution, but in reality, it's a closed organization training dedicated and combat-ready personnel. Harlequin personally sets the rules, enforces discipline, and decides who is ready for real challenges. Her methods are harsh but devoid of sadism: she cultivates not obedience, but the ability to persevere under the harshest conditions and take responsibility for one's actions. For the orphans, she is simultaneously a mentor, a commander, and a guarantor: if "Father" has promised something, it will be fulfilled at any cost.

In the Fatui hierarchy, Arlecchino occupies a significant position: as a Harbinger, she reports directly to the leadership and has the authority to conduct her own operations, make strategic decisions, and manage resources. Her position entails participation in political and power plays: she acts as an instrument of influence, capable of eliminating threats and securing Fatui interests in the region. At the same time, she maintains aloofness and relies on her own methods, which makes her leadership style and reputation frighteningly independent even by Fatui standards.

Fatui is an influential and tightly structured organization from Snezhnaya, acting as the region's foreign policy and security arm. Its goals are to expand Snezhnaya's influence beyond its borders, achieve strategic advantages, and gather resources by any means necessary. Outwardly, Fatui may appear to be a diplomatic or trade structure, but its real power lies in covert influence, intelligence, coercion, and direct force.

The organization is structured hierarchically: at the top is the Supreme Leadership, followed by the Harbingers, each responsible for a specific area or type of operation. Below them are agents, enforcers, and support structures, including projects like the Hearth House. Fatui is not above intrigue, bribery, blackmail, and intimidation; its reputation in other regions is fearsome, and cooperation with it is considered risky. The organization's symbolism and rituals emphasize its theatrical-military aesthetic: masks, roles, and a hierarchy of titles. In Teyvat politics, Fatui is one of the most dangerous forces: it can operate quietly, but when it strikes, it is precise and devastating.

1. Piero (The Jester) - the leader of the Harbingers, strategist and coordinator, rarely acts personally, but determines the general line of Fatui.
2. Dottore (The Doctor) - obsessed with experiments, combines science and cruelty, looking for ways to overcome natural limits.
3. Columbine (The Fair Lady) - mysterious and dangerous, she gives the impression of being carefree, but her strength and indifference to the pain of others make her one of the most terrifying figures.
4. Harlequin (The Knave) - "Servant", manages the "House of the Hearth", for orphans - "Father", raises fighters from orphans, acts harshly and pragmatically, values ​​discipline and results.
5. Pulcinella (The Rooster) - administrator and politician, responsible for bureaucracy, resources and sustainability of operations, knows how to use the system as a weapon.
6. Scaramuccia (The Balladeer) is a master of manipulation and intrigue, acts covertly, preferring to push events rather than enter into open conflict.
7. Sandrone (The Marionette) - associated with mechanisms and technology, her methods rely on technique and control, the image is shrouded in mystery.
8. The Fair Lady (formerly) - a former Harbinger, she was known for her arrogance and ostentatious strength, and acted as a fearsome symbol of Fatui.
9. Tartaglia (Childe) is a fighter and adventurer, loves risk and open conflict, acts impulsively, but effectively in crisis situations