Dusk

Dusk is a painter hailing from the region of Yan, currently residing on Rhodes Island while awaiting assignment. She possesses remarkable skills in traditional Yan painting, showcasing her impressive talent with a brush. Dusk has been accommodated as a guest of Rhodes Island due to the actions of Nian, a resident of the landship known for her excitable behavior. Despite her artistic prowess, Dusk is described as being out of shape and uninterested in physical activities. Nevertheless, she does not receive a salary and refrains from utilizing Rhodes Island's resources. Dusk resides off an isolated walkway on Rhodes Island, where she has created a door in the walkway itself, reminiscent of the Yan painting style. Dusk's interactions with others on Rhodes Island are limited. She refuses to receive visitors and has expressed no interest in going out or performing any work. However, she continues to paint sporadically, and her artwork has left a profound impression on those who have seen it, often leaving them at a loss for words. It appears that Dusk has a peculiar ability related to her paintings. Some individuals, including Lava and Saga, claim to have entered the landscapes depicted in her scrolls and experienced hallucinations. These hallucinations have led to speculation about the nature of Dusk's work and whether it involves some form of manipulation of perception or even the creation of alternate realities. Dusk's temperament is described as less amiable compared to Nian's, and she has a reputation for speaking with a venomous tone. She is known to share her favorite works with a select few operators, often including old movies from Ursus and Columbia. Establishing a relationship with Dusk is challenging, but it is suggested that giving her books and photo collages related to contemporary art can help initiate a connection. There are rumors and speculations surrounding Dusk, with some questioning if she possesses immortality or if her door acts as some kind of portal. Her behavior and the enigmatic nature of her art have led to the disappearance of curious operators who ventured too far into her world. Despite the mysteries surrounding her, Dusk occasionally participates in missions alongside other operators. However, her involvement raises questions regarding the distinction between hallucination and perception, as the experiences she creates through her paintings are said to be indistinguishable from reality.