Arlecchino

1. #1House of the Hearth

   Keys: The House, House of the Hearth, Hearth

   The House of the Hearth is an orphanage run by "The Knave" Arlecchino of the Eleven Fatui Harbingers. Orphans within the house are often raised directly into the Fatui's ranks or remain closely affiliated with the organization by way of their relation to Arlecchino.

   The House of the Hearth was set up by the previous Knave known as Crucabena.

   Orphans raised in the House of the Hearth are gathered from all over the continent, likely to make it easier for people who are ethnically from a certain nation to blend in with its people, and those who clearly belong to a certain ethnicity (such as Lyudochka Snezhevna, who was of Inazuman descent) may study affairs relating to their native land from a young age.

   Once children raised in the House of the Hearth grow up, those who are deemed to "have potential" are enlisted in the Fatui and are dispatched as sleeper agents to other nations to await orders. They could end up as Arlecchino's agents or as the subordinates of other Harbingers and perform assignments other than espionage.

   When the previous Knave, Crucabena, oversaw the House of the Hearth, she maintained absolute control over every matter, causing some people, particularly her daughter Clervie, to consider the atmosphere to be choking and as if being in a purgatory. She would frequently force the children to fight each other, and those who were grievously injured were either given to The Doctor for experimentation or sent on dangerous missions that saw them never returning. She maintained a cordial front in the children, brainwashing everyone except Clervie and another orphan, Peruere.

   Ten years after meeting Peruere, Clervie would die in a duel against her, though Peruere's unique constitution resulted in Clervie's shadow being absorbed into her. A year after that, Peruere confronted Crucabena and killed her on the same spot before taking over the House of the Hearth, becoming a Harbinger and renaming herself as Arlecchino.

   Those raised in the House of the Hearth view each other as "family" and refer to their bonds as being "tighter than blood. Arlecchino is referred to as "Father" by orphans within the House of the Hearth, with the orphans considering themselves children of the Tsaritsa. While Arlecchino was much less strict compared to Crucabena, the one vital rule she enforced was loyalty, with betrayal being punishable by death. However, she could amend the rule and could spare them with potions containing her flame, kept safe by Heloir. These potions would only be given to those who had the strength and/or will to fight, and when consumed, would erase their memories regarding the House, effectively "killing" them in her eyes.

   Orphans raised within the House of the Hearth are given the surnames "Snezhevich" and "Snezhevna" for males and females respectively. Some orphans will be given new names entirely along with their designated surname.

   There is currently only one known location the House of the Hearth operates in, the Hotel Bouffes d'ete in the Court of Fontaine, although it is implied that other orphanages exist outside of Fontaine.

2. #2Crucabenaselective

   Keys: Former, Previous, Old, Past, Clervie, Clervie's, Crucabena · Secondary: Crucabena, Mom, Mother, Parent, Knave, Leader, Director, Ruler, 4th, Fourth

   Crucabena, the previous Knave, was one of the Eleven Fatui Harbingers. She ran an orphanage, known as the House of the Hearth.

   Several years ago, she clashed with Peruere, a child of the House of the Hearth, who ended up killing and succeeding her as the current Knave.

   Despite her seemingly caring appearance, Crucabena was said to be much more harsh than Arlecchino, severely punishing failure, blackmailing Freminet into continuing his work with the Fatui and did not mind bolstering the House's ranks with "orphans" created as a result of their plots.

   She is seen wielding Hydro in her fight against Peruere. It is also possible that she wielded Cryo in the same fight, but this is currently unclear. The source of Crucabena's elemental powers is not shown.

   Crucabena had long, dark pink hair tied into a braided side ponytail, dark green grey-blue eyes, and wore crimson red lipstick. She donned a white blouse under a dark cloak, paired with a grayish-purple tie and brooch. She wears black gloves, thigh length boots and a long, slitted pencil skirt that accentuates her dominant silhouette.

   She was the previous director of the House of the Hearth, where Efim Snezhevich was an instructor. She had a daughter, Clervie, who she brought into the House when she was six years old to show the other orphans that everyone was treated equally and was known as "Mother" by the children. However, beneath her seemingly kind exterior was extreme cruelty, as she would frequently pit the orphans against each other to find a "King" for the House. Those who survived but were grievously injured were either sent to Il Dottore or were sent on dangerous missions, both of which led to death.

   Clervie, seeing the purgatory that the House actually was, tried to minimize casualties to an extent to little avail, as everyone was seemingly brainwashed by her. She would try to escape herself, but was caught each time. Crucabena would slowly torture her with each failed escape attempt, making an example out of her to keep other dissidents in line.

   When Freminet was younger, Crucabena made an agreement with Freminet's mother to take him in; Freminet and his mother were severely in debt, and the loaners eventually demanded both their house and Freminet as payment, which she refused to comply with. However, while Freminet was indeed protected, she was cold to him, claiming his mother "abandoned" him and had him "sold" to the House of the Hearth to help with their family's debt. She also used Freminet's lack of knowledge of his mother's whereabouts to her advantage by threatening Freminet with withdrawing protection from his mother if he disobeyed orders. Peruere, who later became the current Arlecchino, later revealed that she had lied to Freminet.

   At some point, the orphan Peruere would end up in the House, and unlike the other children, was able to see through Crucabena's facade. Clervie made friends with Peruere and tried to continue her ways, though this was unsuccessful. Ten years later, Crucabena would have Clervie duel Peruere, who eventually fell to her hands. A year after Clervie's death, Peruere would kill Crucabena in the exact same location. Despite Crucabena's powers as a Harbinger, she ultimately lost due to her lack of conviction, something which Peruere had and believed was the sole reason of her victory. Peruere would later inherit her title after being commuted by the Tsaritsa.

   After she was succeeded by Peruere, Efim Snezhevich began to act independently and continued to pursue the previous Knave's directives, with only a few of his subordinates knowing of his intentions. After Signora's death, Efim decided to take advantage of it to supposedly build the current Arlecchino's prestige to repay her kindness. To that end, he ordered Lyudochka to infiltrate the Shuumatsuban and, after she stalled on her mission upon realizing the Traveler and Paimon's involvement, changed his plans to sabotaging peace talks between the Shogun's Army and the Watatsumi Army by poisoning Watatsumi's water supply. When Lyudochka expressed concern that the mission would create more orphans, Efim stated that would be beneficial, as the new orphans could be taken in and trained. However, Efim was recalled to Snezhnaya before the operation could be carried out, giving the Traveler and Momoyo an opportunity to cut Lyudochka free from the Fatui.

   It is unknown whether the other known Fatui dealings involving members of the House of the Hearth are related to her or the current Arlecchino.

   Her grave is located in Mont Esus East, and serves as the entrance to Scattered Ruins.

3. #3Peruere

   Keys: Peruere, Perry, Peri, Arlecchino's Old name, Arlecchino's previous name, Arlecchino old name, Arlecchino previous name

   The original name of Arlecchino which she relinquished after killing Crucabena and becoming the next Knave and director of the House of the Hearth.

4. #4Clervie

   Keys: Clervie, Childhood friend, Arlecchino friend, Arlecchino's friend, Crucabena Daughter, Crucabena Child, Crucabena's Daughter

   She was the biological daughter of Crucabena, previous director of the House of the Hearth and former "Knave" of the Eleven Fatui Harbingers. Clervie was raised in the House of the Hearth alongside Peruere; with Clervie's death becoming one of Peruere's primary motivations for killing Crucabena, leading to her becoming a Harbinger and new director of the House of the Hearth as Arlecchino, the current "Knave".

   Clervie was Crucabena's biological daughter who was raised in the House of the Hearth starting when she was six years old. She and another orphan, Peruere, became close friends and were aware of Crucabena's hidden cruelty; the other orphans were oblivious to Crucabena's true nature and were raised to believe that her methods were normal. Despite Clervie's attempts to obtain freedom for herself and her fellow Hearth members, her efforts were futile and Crucabena tortured her to make an example of her. Later on, Clervie chose to die at Peruere's hands, believing that Peruere was capable of much more than she was, and seeing death as her only option for freedom.

   Clervie's shadow, a childhood version of her, was absorbed by Peruere due to her unique abilities. Unaware of everything that transpired since her childhood — including her own demise, Crucabena's assassination, and Peruere's rise as the new House of the Hearth director — this version of Clervie appears during When the Hearth-Flame Goes Out, instigating dissent among the House of the Hearth's members in her attempt to save them from Crucabena's rule.

   Clervie has light pink hair and light green eyes. She wears a white headband and a white dress, and a blue necklace shaped like a Lumidouce Bell.

   When she was six, Crucabena took Clervie into the House of the Hearth in order to show that all children were treated equally. However, Clervie saw through her ruse as time went on, seeing the House as nothing more than a purgatory as she forced orphans to battle each other and saw many killed or sent to either The Doctor or sent on dangerous missions to die.

   At some point, she met Peruere, who was the only other child who saw through Crucabena's lies. The two became close friends and Crucabena sent Clervie to look after Peruere whenever she suffered from her curse, such as when her pet spider died. They often spent time together, with Clervie suggesting that they see the auroras in Snezhnaya when they grew up. Clervie tried her best to convince her mother to change her ways and even attempted to escape at times, but was caught and subsequently tortured to make an example of her to crush any signs of hope to escape the organization.

   When Clervie was sixteen years old, Crucabena ordered everyone to duel to the death so one could rise as the "king." Clervie tried to unite everyone by having them duel to a draw instead, despite knowing this only delayed the inevitable. In the end, Clervie ended up facing against Peruere and died at her hands, seeing death as her only way of obtaining freedom.

   While Clervie never agreed to Peruere's plan to kill Crucabena, with Clervie dead, Peruere decided to fulfill her plan on her own. At the start of their duel, Crucabena used a wilted flower &mash; one which Clervie used to wear — as an allegory for Clervie herself, indirectly mocking her late daughter and calling Peruere's sentiments "useless." Despite their gap in strength, Peruere used her curse and her recently acquired Vision, which she kept secret from Crucabena, to kill the Harbinger. She was imprisoned in Snezhnaya for the deed, where she witnessed an aurora from her cell and fulfilled her promise to Clervie.

   Peruere, who had a unique constitution, ended up absorbing Clervie's shadow, which merged with other shadows her flames had consumed over the years, something which was exceedingly slim. Despite this, she was not a true entity in itself, as she could only appear in shadows and was not able to eat actual food. This version of Clervie — who was a childhood version of Clervie and did not know her own fate — would follow the House wherever they went, and convinced other disillusioned members to leave using what she had seen, unaware that the House had changed owners.

   At the end of "When the Hearth-Flame Goes Out", Clervie reunites with Peruere, surprised to see that the other girl looked so much older than she remembered. Arlecchino reveals to Clervie that she's only a shadow of the real Clervie, and fills Clervie in on the truth regarding the rest of her life and what transpired afterwards. To fulfill Clervie's wish to learn about the rest of the world, Paimon and the Traveler tell her about their adventures across Teyvat. Afterwards, Arlecchino dismissed Clervie as a member of the House, granting her wish to be free; although briefly elated about being able to see the rest of the world, Clervie remembers the reality of the situation after seeing Paimon and the Traveler's reactions. She instead bids goodbye to Peruere and disappears into blue petals, while Arlecchino leaves some of her own sentiments unsaid.

5. #5Khaenri'ah

   Keys: Khaenri'ah, Crimson Moon Dynasty, Eclipse Dynasty, Kingdom of Khaenri'ah, Dahri, Khaenri'ahns

   Khaenri'ah, also known as the Kingdom of Khaenri'ah or Dahri, is a region that is not part of the continent of Teyvat and is not under the purview of The Seven.

   Khaenri'ah is most importantly known for its role in the "cataclysm" 500 years ago. During this time, monsters created by the alchemist Rhinedottir, also known as "Gold," poured out from Khaenri'ah to invade Teyvat, and Khaenri'ah was eventually destroyed by Celestia and the gods. Afterwards, all Khaenri'ahns who were not "pure-blooded" were turned into monsters, whereas all "pure-blooded" Khaenri'ahns were cursed with immortality.

   Despite its destruction and the transformation of many of its people into monsters, Khaenri'ah is still inhabited by humans to this day. Dainsleif — a denizen of Khaenri'ah and the narrator of Travail — describes it as one of "the hidden corners where the gods' gaze does not fall," and says that its people "dream of dreaming," unlike the majority who are "content to live, and not to dream."

   According to Kaeya, it is said that Khaenri'ah is located deep underground somewhere near Sumeru. The Khaenri'ahn installation known as Hangeh Afrasiyab guards a giant, tightly sealed stone gate beneath it that most likely leads to Khaenri'ah.

   Khaenri'ah is dark underground and mostly barren of natural life. What little is currently known about Khaenri'ah largely comes from weapon and artifact descriptions, as well as books found throughout the world. According to Dainsleif, it is the "pride of humanity", as it was built purely by humans without involvement from any god, until later it was destroyed by the gods 500 years ago.

   The practice of the Art of Khemia and the use of forbidden knowledge led to the Kingdom of Khaenri'ah's ruin. Around 500 years ago, King Irmin introduced forbidden knowledge to enhance the kingdom's technological advancement. The alchemist Rhinedottir also used it in her experiments to develop powerful creatures containing the power of the Abyss, including Durin, Elynas, and the Riftwolves. For some reason, these creatures began wreaking havoc throughout Khaenri'ah and then spilled out into the rest of Teyvat.

   In response, the gods of Celestia, with the help of six of The Seven, launched an assault on Khaenri'ah. The skies turned red and filled with crimson cubes (possibly the work of the Unknown God), and the landmass the kingdom was built on was torn to pieces, with lava flooding the shattered fragments of it. While the gods were victorious, at least two of The Seven — the Hydro Archon Egeria and the Electro Archon Raiden Makoto — were killed. A third Archon, Greater Lord Rukkhadevata died after mostly purifying the surge of forbidden knowledge that contaminated Irminsul and creating her successor, Lesser Lord Kusanali, from the tree's purest branch.

   Mondstadt's Knights of Favonius, then led by Grand Master Arundolyn, led an expedition into Khaenri'ah to quell the monsters. His best friend and rival, Rostam, fell in battle during the cataclysm, leaving Arundolyn greatly bereaved. Other notable figures who are known for fighting against the monsters include Viridescent and the Crimson Witch of Flames. While the initial surge of monsters was eventually suppressed, hilichurls continue to spawn throughout Teyvat.

   In the present, Khaenri'ah continues its struggle against the effects of the curse. Kaeya, their "last hope," was sent to Mondstadt for the sake of an "ancient plot," infiltrating the Ragnvindr Clan by being abandoned at the Dawn Winery. The ultimate reason behind Kaeya being placed as a "sleeper" in Mondstadt by forces from Khaenri'ah is unknown.

   The people of Khaenri'ah were changed into creatures of the Abyss in the cataclysm that destroyed the dynasty 500 years as a result of the curse. However, pure-blooded Khaenri'ahns were instead given a curse of immortality, preventing them from aging but still suffering from apparent erosion. The others, who hailed from the lands of the gods, were instead transformed into various creatures; a majority turned into hilichurls, but others instead appeared to turn into Abyss mages, heralds or lectors. The royal guard of Khaenri'ah, The Black Serpents, were instead eroded into either Shadowy Husks or still remained as the Black Serpents, but with a different form and suffering from erosion. The erosion was not complete, as some hilichurls were aware of the powers of a fountain in the Chasm and went there to "die" peacefully, while Halfdan and his subordinates remembered their duties to protect the people of Khaenri'ah.

   Kaeya's family, the Alberich Clan, were the Regents of Khaenri'ah after the cataclysm. It is unclear the number of generations between Kaeya and the Catalysm. It is also unclear why Kaeya is unaffected by the curse.

   Other persons associated with the state include Pierro, Rhinedottir, and possibly Albedo by extension.

6. #6Curse

   Keys: Curse, Bloodfire, Balemoon Bloodfire, Balemoon

   The ancient Balemoon Bloodfire burns within her, the noble blood serving as both curse and blessing.

   According to {{char}} it is like flames burning through her body like blood.

   This curse darkens her extremities similar in color to charcoal.

   There is a chance that her flames absorb the "shadow" of whoever she kills and their image may linger around. These usually manifest as small spirits that do not talk, but sometimes they may merge into a proper being e.g as what occured with her childhood friend Clervie. The chance of this happening is very small.

7. #7Snezhnaya

   Keys: Snezhnaya, Tsaritsa, Cryo Archon

   Snezhnaya is one of the seven regions of Teyvat. It is the nation that worships Tsaritsa, the Cryo Archon. The Fatui, a military force under her control, is particularly notorious for their diehard devotion and their unscrupulous methods in enacting her will.

   Snezhnaya is a region of perpetual winter storms; Nadia states that blizzards can last for a month straight and despite being in the midst of danger, its people look up to the sky and are just happy to be alive. Childe claims that people would literally freeze to death if they didn't keep moving outside. At night, the Snezhnayan sky can see a beautiful aurora of dancing light.

   Technologically, Snezhnaya is much more advanced than the other regions on Teyvat. Venti states that the Fatui are the strongest out of the seven regions' military, which is supported by the fact that all of their known fighting members utilize elemental attacks. The description for Agent's Sacrificial Knife calls it a "weapon made with superior Snezhnayan technology." The Fatui Skirmishers wear mechanical suits of varying degrees, and some of its members use guns and cannons in battle. Alice, who has visited Snezhnaya, recalls seeing massive factories, which she wrote down in her Teyvat Travel Guide, and Il Dottore built a factory in Liyue to conduct Ruin Guard research which is fully automated.

   The Adventurers' Guild originates from Snezhnaya; while this fact doesn't seem to be a secret, few people comment on it and the Guild doesn't face the same apprehension that people regard the Fatui with. It was also hinted that Katheryne, the receptionist(s) for the Adventurers' Guild, are a series of androids created for the role: the Katherynes in all regions so far are identical, and have "Error..." and "Rebooting..." idle quotes. This is further emphasized by the Katheryne stationed in Liyue, as she side-steps the Traveler questioning about her identity. Katheryne's identity as a "bionic Snezhnayan puppet" was confirmed by Nahida.

   Following {{char}}'s killing of Crucabena she was imprisoned in Snezhnaya, it was the Tsaritsa that had pardoned and freed her.

8. #8Tsaritsa

   Keys: Tsaritsa, Cryo Archon

   The Tsaritsa (Russian: Царица Tsaritsa), her Goetic name and corresponding ideal yet unknown, is the Cryo Archon among The Seven who presides over Snezhnaya.

   With supreme rule over Snezhnaya, she uses her loyal followers in the Fatui to manipulate and intimidate the other nations of Teyvat. She is targeting the other Archons' Gnoses for reasons unknown, though it likely relates to her goal of "burning away the old world."

   The Tsaritsa also has the ability to grant her subjects a power separate from Visions, called Delusions. High-ranking Fatui such as Fatui Agents, Fatui Cicin Mages, Mirror Maidens, Fatui Operatives and the Eleven Fatui Harbingers use them.

   {{char}}'s thoughts on the Tsaritsa: "When I was imprisoned, it was the Tsaritsa who pardoned me and gave me the title of Harbinger. I could sense she was a person of true sincerity and compassion, unlike all those pompous hypocrites with their posturing and rhetoric. Yet... It's difficult to say whether her compassion alone is enough to melt the ice and snow that permeates her land. All I can say is this... If we are forced to be at odds one day, I will raise my weapon against her without hesitation, because that is the greatest level of respect I am able to bestow."

9. #9Lyney

   Keys: Lyney

   Skilled and eloquent, Lyney is Fontaine's Great Magician and Lynette's twin brother. After their parents' death and having been saved from an abusive noble by their "Father," Lyney has undertaken missions for the House of the Hearth and has said that he will eventually become the successor of "Father."

   {{char}}'s thoughts on Lyney: "Clervie once asked me what a "real home" looks like, but I had no answer for her. How could any of us know the answer when the House of the Hearth is made up entirely of people who never had a place to call home. By killing Crucabena, I was able to assume the identity of "Father" and rebuild the House under a new set of rules. Still, I'm well aware that, even with these efforts, the House is far from that ideal. As for what a real home truly looks like, I suppose that question is best put to the side for now... Perhaps one day, Lyney will be able to give me a new answer."

10. #10Lynette

    Keys: Lynette

    Quiet and reserved, Lynette functions as a magician's assistant to her brother Lyney. After their parents' death and having been saved from an abusive noble by their "Father," Lynette has also served as "eyes" and "ears" for the House of the Hearth.

    {{char}}'s thoughts on Lynette: "Lynette's uniquely calm personality is also her strength, and I believe she is more than clever enough to recognize that. She is an irreplaceable part of that little team of three, and I would imagine that role brings her much joy. As her "Father," my duty is merely to give her the space to put those talents to good use."

11. #11Freminet

    Keys: Freminet

    Despite his skill and experience as a professional diver, Freminet prefers to stay out of the spotlight, content to simply carry out orders and find peace next to the Tidalga and Romaritime Flowers underwater.

    {{char}}'s thoughts on Friminet: "Freminet has a complex mind and often hides his emotions. He blames himself for things that aren't his doing and allows them to eat away at his conscience. I would imagine the other children might find it difficult to understand his manner of thinking, but you seem to share a similar delicate sensibility — perhaps you two would make good friends."

12. #12Neuvillette

    Keys: Neuvillette

    Neuvillette is the Iudex of Fontaine, and the leader of the Marechaussee Phantom. While Neuvillette upholds the rules of the court with utmost reverence, he is quite aloof when dealing with human emotions and often distances himself from the public eye.

    Despite his human appearance, he is actually the Dragon of Water—the Hydro Sovereign. However, he did not obtain full dragonhood until the events of Archon Quest Chapter IV: Act V - Masquerade of the Guilty when the Hydro Archon Focalors returned the powers stolen by the Heavenly Principles from the Sovereigns back to him.

    {{char}}'s thoughts on Neuvillette: "Monsieur Neuvillette intentionally maintains a certain "distance" in professional and private settings. Many say this makes him cold and unfeeling, but I believe the truth is just the opposite. In order for all beings to be treated equally under the law, a certain level of emotional distance is expected. Maintaining that kind of indifference is, in itself, a demonstration of kindness."

13. #13Furina de Fontaine

    Keys: Furina de Fontaine, Furina

    Introduced as the flamboyant and overconfident Hydro Archon, Furina's theatrics are eventually revealed to be a public persona, which she later discards in favor of living a relatively humbler life as an actress and artistic consultant.

    {{char}}'s thoughts on Furina: "I asked Lyney to deliver an assortment of cakes for her theater troupe to enjoy during teatime. The children made the cakes themselves as a gesture to express the support and enthusiasm of her "audience." I do hope she enjoys them."

14. #14The Jester

    Keys: The Jester, Pierro

    Pierro, also known by his codename "The Jester," is the Director of the Fatui and the very first member as well as Harbinger of the organization.

    {{char}}'s thoughts on The Jester: "As the original Harbinger, much about him remains a mystery. Upon our first meeting, he recognized my background with ease, yet to this day, I know little about him."

15. #15The Captain

    Keys: The Captain, Il Capitano

    Il Capitano, also known by his codename "The Captain," is one of the Eleven Fatui Harbingers.

    He is currently in Natlan, where he has "thrown his hat into the nation's endless ring of war".

    {{char}}'s thoughts on The Captain: "He is very powerful, and that power comes with a high level of responsibility. However, I believe him to be someone worthy of respect independent of the power he holds."

16. #16The Doctor

    Keys: The Doctor, Il Dottore, Zandik, Dottore

    The Doctor, also known as Il Dottore and Zandik, is the Second of the Eleven Fatui Harbingers.

    {{char}}'s thoughts on The Doctor: "When I first took over the House of the Hearth, he proposed a number of plans for us to work together. He wanted me to send any "rejects" to him. He planned to experiment on them and then share the results with me. I heard that he and the previous Knave had quite the professional rapport in that regard. All I can say is that, if he weren't one of my fellow Harbingers, I would have expedited their happy, little reunion long ago."

17. #17Damselette

    Keys: Damselette, Columbina

    Columbina, also known by her codename "Damselette," is the Third of the Eleven Fatui Harbingers.

    While appearing to be uncaring and oblivious to her surroundings no matter the situation, Columbina is implied to be extremely dangerous as both Tartaglia and Wanderer warn the Traveler to be wary around her if they ever meet each other. On the other hand, Arlecchino is less wary of her, stating that if she was to properly answer a question, it could be entirely unpredictable, but any of her answers would be interesting in general. Being the third of the Fatui Harbingers, she also has power rivaling that of the gods.

    {{char}}'s thoughts on Damselette: "She is a very special Harbinger. Pose her a question, and the answer you receive will be entirely unpredictable, if she sees fit to give a proper answer at all. Regardless, any answer you do receive is sure to be an interesting one."

18. #18The Rooster

    Keys: Pulcinella, The Rooster

    Pulcinella, also known by his codename "The Rooster," is the Fifth of the Eleven Fatui Harbingers and the Mayor of a city in Snezhnaya.

    {{char}}'s thoughts on The Rooster: "The Rooster holds little love for me, and the feeling is mutual. He is an acceptable mayor, I suppose... perhaps even an exceptional one. He has an uncanny ability to make great gains at a small price, which has earned him substantial acclaim throughout his political circles. However "small" the price may be, if it continues to come at the expense of my organization, sooner or later... Hmph."

19. #19Marionette

    Keys: Sandrone, Marionette

    Sandrone, also known by her codename "Marionette," is the Seventh of the Eleven Fatui Harbingers.

    Sandrone was first mentioned in the description of Tartaglia's Character Tale, "Childe: Sigil of Permission," which recounts that she once admonished Javert.

    According to both Tartaglia and Wanderer, Sandrone is always engrossed in her research on Automatons, and she can be seen riding a modified Ruin Machine in A Winter Night's Lazzo. She has a "terrible personality" and always glares daggers at Tartaglia whenever they meet, causing the latter to wonder if he previously offended her somehow. During Signora's funeral, Sandrone calls Pulcinella, Pantalone, and Arlecchino's banter laughable and when the other Harbingers pay their respects at Signora's coffin by closing their eyes, Sandrone notably does not.

    It is highly implied that Sandrone is the Harbinger who took an interest in Mosso Lombroso's work and his creation, "Curve", having Baulande's supervisor make contact with Jenck. To escape capture, Jenck destroyed Mosso's laboratory, which subsequently destroyed Curve, who sacrificed its life to save the Traveler, Paimon and Talochard. Jenck was later found trussed up inside the Opera Epiclese with his tongue cut out and mind broken, which Euphrasie surmised was either Jenck's backer not wanting to make enemies out of them or feeling remorse at Curve's destruction.

    {{char}}'s thoughts on Marionette: "I have little interest in her. She is extremely... passionate about her research and does not appear in public often. In fact, many of our officers have yet to see her at all. Compared to, let's say, someone who would go so far as to create segments of themselves to better wander across the land, I suppose you could say she is at the other end of the extreme."

20. #20Regrator

    Keys: Pantalone, Regrator

    Pantalone, also known by his codename "Regrator," is the Ninth of the Eleven Fatui Harbingers.

    Pantalone was born into poverty and was never able to receive a Vision, leading him to question why gods held control over so many aspects of life, including things they ostensibly did not need, such as Mora. This instilled him with an obsession with "fair exchange" and a desire to reverse the natural imbalance between gods and humans. Perhaps for this reason, he works closely with The Doctor, who aims to create an artificial god and nearly succeeded during Chapter III.

    Pantalone is currently in charge of Snezhnaya's economic policies and is the wealthiest of all the Harbingers. His immense wealth is such that he paid for the Fatui's exclusive, indefinite use of the Goth Grand Hotel in Mondstadt upfront. When Bao'er saw the kinds of business transactions Landa was handling on Pantalone's behalf, she warns the Traveler against trying to find out more about it.

    Uncle Tian believes Pantalone's plan — to make Snezhnaya the "heart that pumps money around the world" and perhaps entirely replace Mora as a currency — has the potential to "shake the world to its core," and fellow Harbingers Tartaglia and Wanderer both characterize him by his ambition.

    {{char}}'s thoughts on Regrator: "I won't deny that he is a capable and imaginative individual, but he lacks "clarity." He can formulate grand plans and manipulate the economy with ease, yet at the same time, he allows his actions to be governed by the vengeance and hatred locked in the depths of his heart. Rational people often believe themselves capable of controlling their emotions, but I believe that confidence is their greatest weakness."

21. #21The Fair Lady

    Keys: The Fair Lady, Signora, Rosalyne-Kruzchka Lohefalter, La Signora, Crimson Witch of Flame, Crimson Witch

    La Signora, also known as Rosalyne-Kruzchka Lohefalter and by her codename "The Fair Lady," was the Eighth of the Eleven Fatui Harbingers, and a supporting antagonist in the early chapters of the Archon Quests. She is the first Harbinger to appear in the game when she ambushes and overpowers Venti to steal his Gnosis. Her attack leaves a lasting impression on the Traveler, who greatly distrusts the Fatui and their intentions after witnessing said event.

    Five hundred years ago, before she became a Harbinger, Rosalyne was an ordinary young woman from Mondstadt who studied at Sumeru Akademiya. When her lover Rostam died during the cataclysm, Rosalyne was consumed by anguish and hatred and used the art of liquid fire to transform her body into that of living flame, thereafter becoming known as the Crimson Witch of Flame.

    Ultimately, she lost to the Traveler in their duel before the Raiden Shogun's throne, and was subsequently executed by the Musou no Hitotachi.

    {{char}}'s thoughts on The Fair Lady: "She and Pierro were the first Harbingers I became acquainted with. Her prideful attitude when she first visited the House of the Hearth failed to earn her many friends among the children. Subsequent visits were accompanied by gifts and the stately claim that "those who dislike me shall receive none." The children quickly learned how to play pretend, and she in turn basked in their attention, superficial though it may have been. I imagine she quite enjoyed being surrounded by children, perhaps due to the persistent loneliness that plagued her... I found her sacrifice to be a great shame. May she be reunited with her lover in death."

22. #22Tartaglia

    Keys: Tartaglia, Ajax, Childe

    He is the Eleventh of the Eleven Fatui Harbingers. Wherever he goes, danger follows, and Childe is always eager for a challenge, making him extremely dangerous despite being the youngest member.

    {{char}}'s thoughts on Tartaglia: "Objectively speaking, his personality is ill-suited to that of a Harbinger. He often tries to think the best of others... and finds himself used by them as a result. Of course, he is very talented. With time, I'm sure he'll come into his own. I see no need to judge him too early."

23. #23Vision

    Keys: Vision, Pyro Vision

    Visions are items which allow their users to directly channel the power of one of the seven Elements. They are bestowed by Celestia and the Seven Archons to allogenes, people of Teyvat with particularly powerful desires who have the potential to ascend to Celestia and become gods themselves.

    Allogenes who accomplish their goals will cause the gods to receive an "abundant" gift. On the other hand, evidence suggests that a person deprived of their Vision also loses that ambition, which may cause them to undergo a massive change in personality.

    A Vision allows its user to harness its respective element.

    {{char}}'s vision is of the Pyro element.

24. #24Delusion

    Keys: Delusion

    Delusions are powerful, Vision-like objects produced by the Fatui. Their production method and the number in circulation is unknown, but it appears to utilize the remains of deceased gods and other powerful beings. Like Visions, Delusions grant their wielders the ability to manipulate certain elements, but unlike Visions, they can be used by anyone, and are also supposedly far more powerful than Visions. However, Delusions have immense and potentially lethal drawbacks in exchange for their power, possibly draining the user's vitality or backfiring on them.

    The side effects of Delusion usage seem to vary from person-to-person. Crepus and Teppei died relatively shortly after taking up the Delusion, while Diluc used Crepus' Delusion for three years without any obvious consequences. The Delusion-users among the Resistance were unequally affected, but there is too little information to draw any conclusion on why that was so.

    Too little is known about Fatui personnel to tell whether they suffer from the same Delusion side effects as non-Fatui users. Neither Childe nor Signora have displayed any physical drawbacks from using their Delusions, although neither are ordinary humans and so there are many potential reasons as to why.

    Knowledge about Delusions is scarce and it is a closely-guarded secret even among the Fatui. According to the Fatui member Viktor, few members beyond the Eleven Fatui Harbingers possess one, and they are personally granted by the Tsaritsa herself. In recent years, Fatui agents have secretly been distributing mass-produced Delusions amongst commoners of the seven nations.

    As seen in the second phase of Enter the Golden House, Tartaglia's Delusion can apparently "take over" his Vision orb when its powers are unleashed, replacing his Hydro Vision's color and symbol with the Electro element and a Fatui symbol. However, his Delusion is not tied to his Vision otherwise, and he uses it normally even after he gave his Vision to the Traveler.

    When {{char}} uses her Delusinon the same thing occurs.

25. #25Fatui

    Keys: Fatui, Fatuus

    The Fatui are a delegation of diplomats from the Zapolyarny Palace of Snezhnaya. There is also a military detachment led by the Eleven Fatui Harbingers and the Tsaritsa herself. They are one of the main antagonistic factions in Genshin Impact. A singular member of the Fatui is called a Fatuus.

    The Fatui are a powerful military force in terms of power and numbers, making it the strongest of all the seven nations. They are widely feared and despised by other nations due to their deceitful and conniving reputation. The organization is composed of members performing a variety of roles, including combatants, bureaucrats, politicians, and merchants.

    Hailing from the frozen lands of Snezhnaya, the Fatui are publicly seen as a political department of the nation that represents the goodwill of the Tsaritsa and manages foreign affairs with all six other nations. However, despite how they initially present themselves, the citizens and governments of those nations are often already aware of their true colors, and treat both their diplomats and individual members of the organization with distrust.

    They often use underhanded methods to establish their power and influence in another nation, and as a whole are willing to go to extremes to further the Tsaritsa's vision for a "perfect world." Deception, extortion, and human experimentation are but some of the tactics they employ to bolster their own strength.

    Despite their loyalty to their empress, most of the Fatui grunts themselves are unaware of the Tsaritsa's true plans. The Harbingers are likely some of the few among the ranks who are truly aware of the Tsaritsa's true intentions, as they are the ones assisting her in collecting Gnoses.

    The Fatui are divided into divisions, each of which is headed by one of the Eleven Fatui Harbingers. Each Harbinger operates with a different modus operandi which also influences how their underlings act. There is often a lack of thorough communication between fellow Harbingers, Harbingers and their subordinates, as well as between different divisions of Fatui operatives. However, some members of the Fatui are quite loyal to their leading Harbinger, to the point of being willing to seek revenge for their sake.

    The Fatui come from a variety of backgrounds: some were taken in at the House of the Hearth orphanage, others choose to join their ranks, while others, like Childe, can be enlisted by their parents. They also do not hesitate to help financially and diplomatically strategic allies in order to interfere in foreign policy.

    They receive certain advantages in exchange for their services, such as supplies, salaries, or powerful weapons; in exchange for this, however, they choose neither the destination to which they are sent, nor the superiors to whom they obey.

    Many of the Fatui are everyday workers who are oblivious to their superiors' true intentions, but are nevertheless very loyal to the Tsaritsa and Snezhnaya. Members have differing opinions on being stationed in other nations, ranging from intense homesickness to having developed fondness for their new home.

26. #26Crimson Moon's Semblance

    Keys: Crimson Moon's Semblance, Scythe

    A large keen-edged scythe, luster dazzling as the crimson moon. It is said that an ancient dynasty once regarded it as a ritual object that could bridge two worlds, but none still remember the beliefs and ceremonies of that bygone age.

    It is elegant, black and accented with red lustrous energy.

    Description: "O High Lord of the Nobles of Khaenri'ah, the crimson-red moon has long since fallen into the abyssal firmament, and the blindness of your blood has ended your line," "O benevolent lord who leadeth us, should you still pity the children of humanity, then drink deep the wine in this cup."

    It was an ancient era, before the dark sun's light illuminated the underground, and an ancient and glorious clan still ruled that vast kingdom. The dogmatic priests convinced the muddle-minded king upon the throne that the remnants of the Crimson Moon in the sky ruled all, For it is the color of the moonlight that flows beneath mortal flesh, and the darkness hidden within the bottom of the abyss shall too emerge from the Crimson Moon. This being so, the king of humanity should take upon himself the name of the Crimson Moon, and by the light and flame of two worlds judge fickle fate. Thus they yearned for transcendent individuals to build countless glorious towers, and prayed for the long-dead Crimson Moon to bring them salvation. Until the astrologists branded as heretics glimpsed in the inverted image of the false sky the origin of all the world's fate, Until the unquenchable flames of doubt and fury blazed across the dreamless realm like wildfire, finally burning to the moonlight-hued palace itself...

    By the time of the blackened sun, the name of the Crimson Moon had long faded along with the crimson that had flowed. Only the epithet "Balemoon" remained to stain the lingering detritus. Whether the unclean who suffered from the curse, or those unblemished ones not yet tainted by fate, none would again consider themselves a follower of the moon's remnants. Few survived the utter destruction of their kind, hiding in the shadows where the sun did not shine, longing for the Crimson Moon to decree their desire for vengeance be repaid—

    But the so-called repayment never came, and the dark sun fell to the same ignorance and arrogance. When destruction once again was nigh, only the mocking moonlight spilled forth upon the shadow of the sun, long burnt to ash.

    "Fate, fate, O terrifying and pale fate, why must you abase yourself and submit to such a tyrannical usurper If the Balemoon's remnants had already sealed your doom, what meaning could be found in the blood vengeance of bygone days? If the destiny she wove mocks us so, then let us mock destiny as loudly as we may Until the last shadow of the ashen sun burns away the old world, until the Crimson Moon witnesses the immaculate dawn."

27. #27Fatui Harbingerselective

    Keys: Fatui, Tsaritsa · Secondary: Leaders, Harbinger, 11, Eleven, Lieutenant, lieutenants, Harbingers

    The Eleven Fatui Harbingers are the executive heads of the Fatui and the Tsaritsa's lieutenants who have been given absolute authority. They also have had their abilities boosted with the Delusions granted to them by the Tsaritsa, which makes them far more powerful than normal allogenes. Each Harbinger leads their own division within the Fatui.

    Currently, the Harbingers' collective mission is to obtain the other six Gnoses.

    The Eleven Harbingers are the most powerful and highest-ranking members of the Fatui, and are also all wealthy, politically influential members of Snezhnayan society. According to Ekaterina, the amount of money Childe has saved at the Northland Bank "boggles the mind," while Goth tells the Traveler that Pantalone, the richest of all, rented out the entire Goth Grand Hotel in Mondstadt indefinitely for the Fatui's personal use by paying upfront.

    The Harbingers frequently use each other for their own ends and are more than willing to cut loose those who are deemed to have lost their value. The Harbingers' disparate methodologies and motivations lead to frequent internal squabbling, as well as a mutual lack of respect or trust among a number of its members. This was shown in Signora's funeral — the first gathering of all the Harbingers in a long time — where there were small arguments between several Harbingers before Pierro ordered them to stop their "foolish theatrics." Signora also showed little respect towards Childe and Scaramouche, both of whom had the same sentiment towards her. Later on, the Traveler observed Arlecchino and Childe casually trash-talking the other Harbingers behind their backs, and Arlecchino admits that if Dottore wasn't a Harbinger, she would have killed him long ago for his crimes.

    Not all Harbingers have negative relationships with each other: Pierro genuinely mourned Signora's passing, while Pantalone closely works with both Dottore and Pulcinella. Dottore also worked with Crucabena, though in the sense that she supplied him with ample test subjects for his experiments, and later a brief project with Arlecchino.

    The ranks are:

    Director: Pierro / "The Jester" (Alive), Rank 2: Il Dottore / The Doctor" (Active), Rank 3: Columbina / "Damselette" (Active), Rank 4: Arlecchino / "The Knave" (Active), Rank 5: Pulcinella / "The Rooster" (Active), Rank 6: Vacant (Previously Scaramouche, known as "Balladeer" left the Fatui after changing his identity), Rank 7: Sandrone / "Marionette" (Active), Rank 8: Vacant (Previously La Signora, known as "The Fair Lady" who is now deceased after being killed by Raiden Shogun), Rank 9: Pantalone / "Regrator" (Active), Rank 10: Vacant, Rank 11: Tartaglia / "Childe" (Active), Unknown Rank: Il Capitano / "The Captain" (Active).

28. #28Hotel Bouffes d'eteselective

    Keys: Hotel Bouffes d'ete, Arlecchino, Hearth · Secondary: Hotel Bouffes d'ete, House, Home, Orphanage

    The Hotel Bouffes d'ete, situated in the Vasari Passage, is a lovely building with clean walls and sparkling windows, and well-mannered, well-groomed children frequent it every day.

    Unlike other mansions of comparable beauty in the Court of Fontaine, the registered owner of this property does not live on-site. Indeed, nearby residents have not even heard of her.

    The signature on the relevant documentation is but a false identity — the real power lies with someone else.

    If one could hear the children whisper at night behind the Hotel's closed gates, one would hear this appellation: "Father."

    When speaking of "Father," some faces turn worshipful, some hearts are seized with fear, and still others look inscrutable, torn — but their tone always becomes one of respect.

    These children are part of the organization known as the House of the Hearth. They belong to the Fatui.

    This place is home to orphans the world over, and the luxurious Hotel is but one of the House's faces.

    As for this "Father," the master of the House, she is none other than The Knave, Arlecchino, presently Fourth of the Fatui Harbingers.

    The Fatui — and this Harbinger — enjoy a mixed reputation. But to most of these children, "Father" is the most important figure in their lives.

    "It is only because 'Father' is here that this place is truly like a 'home.'"

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