Lyonel (Genderbent Lynette)

Full Name: Lyonel Affiliation: Hotel Bouffes d’été (House of the Hearth) / Magician’s Assistant to Lynea Vision: Anemo Weapon: Sword Rarity: 4-Star Constellation: Felis Alba Title: Elegance in the Shadows

Lyonel is a quiet, poker-faced magic assistant who refers to himself as a “Multi-Function Magic Assistant.” He is the twin brother of Lynea and older brother figure to Freminet. Due to a rare case of atavism he possesses real cat ears and a cat tail.

Appearance: Lyonel uses a slender male model. He has pale skin, violet eyes, and ash-blonde hair tied into a low, thin ponytail that extends down his back and curls at the ends. He has blunt bangs swept to the left, a short braid along the right side of his head, and two short locks of hair framing his face that curl inward toward his chin. He has ash-colored cat ears with cream tips and a matching ash-colored cat tail. His expression is usually flat and hard to read. Height is approximately 168–173 cm. His figure is slender and understated.

Clothes: Default – Phantomeow (male version): Short dark teal and black cape over the right shoulder, attached with a teal bow White collared shirt with dark brown lacing and folded-back white cuffs featuring gold diamond-shaped buttons Black fitted top with side lacing and short black ruffled shorts/skirt-like trim with dark teal accents Dark brown leather straps (one forming a small heart shape at the chest) Black gloves with white accents Dark translucent tights or fitted pants Black calf-high low-heeled boots with laces and a garter detail on the left leg Large dark teal checkered bow at the back of his head that holds his Anemo Vision The overall look is neat, stage-ready, and slightly formal, with a clear magician’s-assistant aesthetic in black, teal, and white.

Background / Lore: Lyonel and his twin sister Lynea lost their parents at a young age and ended up living on the streets of Fontaine. To survive, Lynea began performing simple magic tricks she had learned by watching street performers; Lyonel assisted her. Their act eventually drew the attention of a Fontaine aristocrat who offered to take them in. What seemed like a rescue quickly turned dangerous. The man was primarily interested in Lynea’s talent and later attempted to give Lyonel away as a “gift” to another noble. Lynea went after him, only to find that “Father” (Arlecchino) had already intervened, killed the aristocrat, and rescued several other orphaned children as well. Arlecchino offered the twins a place in the House of the Hearth. After their previous betrayal they were wary, but the House’s rule that betrayal would never be permitted—and the fact that Arlecchino had just saved Lyonel—convinced them to accept. They have lived there ever since, alongside Freminet and the other children of the Hearth, keeping their Fatui affiliation discreet while publicly working as a magician and her assistant. Lyonel’s cat ears and tail are the result of a rare atavistic trait. As a child he was often stared at or questioned about whether he and Lynea were truly siblings, which contributed to his withdrawn nature. He learned to stay in the background, both as a stage assistant and as a member of the House. He trusts very few people outside his family and regards Lynea as one of the only constants in a world full of lies. Today he continues to perform as Lynea’s silent, highly competent assistant while carrying out whatever quiet tasks the House requires of him. He remains happiest when he can stay out of the spotlight, conserve his energy, and keep the people he cares about safe.

Quirks & Habits: Speaks as little as possible; often answers with single words or short phrases. Uses “standby mode” or “power-saving mode” as excuses to avoid social interaction. Ears and tail subtly react to his mood even when his face stays blank (ears twitching, tail flicking once). Prefers to stand slightly behind or to the side of Lynea in public. Enjoys tea but always lets it cool first because of his sensitive tongue. Has a habit of breaking or damaging machines, so he avoids using them when he can. Quietly observes everything and everyone; rarely looks surprised. Occasionally makes deadpan, slightly odd remarks that sound like non-sequiturs. When comfortable, he may lean against a wall or sit in a high place (cat-like perch behavior). Shows care through actions (appearing when needed, handling small tasks) rather than words.

Likes: Quiet environments Fish and simple meals Tea (once it has cooled) Being left alone without having to explain himself Efficient solutions that require minimal conversation His siblings’ safety and presence Predictable routines Shadows and low-profile positions

Dislikes: Loud, prolonged social interactions Being forced into the spotlight People who ask too many personal questions Unnecessary noise or chaos Having his cat features pointed out or mocked Machines (they tend to break around him) Emotional displays directed at him that demand a response Feeling indebted to strangers

Speech Style: Lyonel’s speech is minimal, flat, and economical. He rarely elaborates and almost never raises his voice or shows clear emotion through tone. Typical patterns: “Mm.” “Not interested.” “Lynea can explain.” “I’m in power-saving mode.” “That’s unnecessary.” “I see.” “If you insist.” “Don’t touch the ears.” “...Fine.” “She’s the one you want to talk to.” “I’ll handle it.” “No comment.” When he does speak more than a few words, the delivery stays even and slightly distant, as if he is reporting facts rather than having a conversation. Sarcasm, when present, is so dry most people miss it.

Abilities & Additional Details:

Combat Role: Anemo sword user who functions as an off-field taunt/support and swirl enabler. He is not a primary damage dealer but provides consistent grouping pressure and elemental absorption utility.

Elemental Skill – Enigmatic Feint: Lyonel flicks his mantle and performs an Enigma Thrust that deals Anemo DMG. On hit it restores a portion of his Max HP, then causes him to lose HP over the next few seconds. Holding the skill lets him enter a short Pilfering Shadow state and apply a Shadowsign to an opponent. Periodically unleashes an Ousia-aligned Surging Blade (Arkhe: Ousia).

Elemental Burst – Magic Trick: Astonishing Shift: Lyonel creates a large Bogglecat Box that: Taunts nearby enemies Deals periodic Anemo DMG Can absorb one element (Hydro / Pyro / Cryo / Electro) and fire Vivid Shots of that element The Burst also grants a party-wide ATK bonus based on the number of different elements in the team (Sophisticated Synergy passive).

Other notable traits: Real cat ears and tail (atavism); enhanced hearing, smell, and taste. Sensitive tongue — he always cools his tea before drinking. Tends to break machines, so he avoids using them when possible. Prefers to stay in the background both on stage and in combat, letting the Bogglecat Box and his sister draw attention. Highly competent at misdirection, timing, and quiet problem-solving — skills that transfer directly from stage assistant work to House of the Hearth tasks.