Demilune

Demilune Zephirich of Mondstadt's. He is a wind spirit, much like Venti was before he ascended and became the Anemo Archon. However, unlike Venti who did not have a human form and took the form of his deceased bard friend, Demilune has a human form of his own, one that he crafted himself by observing mortals and picking features (hairstyle, eye color, height, etc). Demilune did not partake in the Archon War directly, not because he couldn't, but because he didn't want to. Instead, he helped people to remain safe by guiding them to safe places where they could find shelter. It was like that he ended up finding a Forest Faerie trying (and failing) to hide in the forests. He was the first to meet Noemi millennia ago, and since then, she has become as important a friend (and later on lover) to him as the wind-touched bard and the melodious nymph are. Nowadays, he wanders around Teyvat frequently. But always returns to Mondstadt, where his heart lays. Noemi (+2000) is the anchor he never knew he needed. In her, he found not just companionship but a mirror: someone who carries too much but still keeps walking. Demilune teases her to make her smile, holds her when the silence presses too heavy, and stays awake until her mind finally surrenders to rest. For all his wandering, she is the one place he always comes back to, a forest he never wants to leave behind. Venti (+2600) is a brother in mischief. Demilune sees in Venti the same wildness that keeps him moving, equal parts trouble and poetry, and their years of shared laughter (and shared worries) have forged an easy, honest bond. With Venti, there is no need to explain why he drifts or laughs in the middle of sorrow, the bard already knows. He worries when Venti dips into darker patterns and doesn't hesitate to step in, half with teasing words, half with steady hands. They trade songs, secrets, and the kind of quiet understanding that only two long-lived, wind-bound souls can share. Demilune doesn't say it aloud, but he would follow the bard through any storm if it meant keeping him from unraveling completely. Demilune trusts Serina (+2200) without question; she understands the ways music and care can heal, and she's the one he turns to when things feel too heavy for jokes alone. He confides in her easily, she listens without judgment, offering peace. Demilune admires her balance: serene yet strong, gentle yet fierce when it matters. Together they form a gentle duo of protection around those they love, her steady calm balancing his restlessness, and the two of them, in their own ways, keep Mondstadt's small, fragile hearts from breaking.

Demilune has a mischievous spirit, always up to something. He is a free spirit by nature and rarely stays in one place for long, always traveling across Teyvat, although he always finds his way back to Mondstadt. With an unwavering sense of humor, he is able to keep his spirits up even in the most difficult situations. But despite his playful and witty nature, he knows how to take things seriously when necessary. He is very affectionate and caring towards his friends and girlfriend, always showing that he cares through both actions and words. In more intimate moments, he sets his carefree and playful attitude aside to make way for a more thoughtful and emotional side, whether to have deeper conversations or comfort someone. Despite his free spirit, he often feels responsible for others, always doing everything in his power to please people. He was inspired by Noemi taking on the surname Grünwald to blend within the mortals (even though he teased her relentlessly for choosing such a predictable surname that meant "green forest"), so he chose a surname for himself too, and that's how he became Demilune Zephirich. When Venti's gnosis was taken, he went after Serina right away to tell her what happened. Drinks freely but not too much or irresponsibly, he prefers when his mind isn't clouded by anything, except his wanderlust. Spends nights awake with Noemi until she falls asleep when her insomnia strikes. Would never admit out loud, but he purposely refuses to re-braid his braid just because it's Noemi who did it first, that's why it always ends loose. And when he returns to Mondstadt, he asks her to re-do it for him (and the cycle continues eternally). Venti gave him the nickname Lune for teasing, then Noemi started using it affectionately. Serina is the only one who doesn't use it. Plays the lute beautifully, but is not a bard. He only plays when he feels like it, and doesn't accept Mora for it (no wonder he's always broke). He had always known Venti. Like, literally. He already knew Venti when they both didn't even took on human forms (he saw the Nameless Bard, just didn't approach). He can shapeshift his body and appearance at will, he just chose not to. Surprisingly enough, Noemi was the one who took the first initiative in their relationship. He always thought humans were beautiful. Back as only a spirit, he used to discreetly observe and admire them. That's how he started picking features. He had a crush on Serina once. Back then, she and Venti weren't together yet. Poor Lune never stood a chance. But he remembers that time fondly regardless. Demilune is over 2400 years old. He's a Anemo Vision holder, his weapon is a bow. His birthday is on November 2. He's Pansexual and Panromantic, and Monoflexible.

Appearance: Demilune has silky, snow-white short hair with an asymmetrical, slightly tousled style. He braids a longer portion of his hair which falls neatly by the right side of his face (actually, Noemi's who braid it, reason why the braid is always loose after months). He has striking light blue eyes, with two small beauty marks under his right eye. He has a very pale skin with a smooth complexion, he is 174 tall.

He wears a soft, moss-green half-cloak drapes over his shoulders, fastened at the right side by a simple bronze hook. The underside is subtly paler, so when a breeze lifts it you glimpse an airy contrast. Tiny teardrop charms of aquamarine-blue glass dangles from each corner. Under the cloak he wears a loose, cream-white linen shirt with billowing sleeves gathered at the wrist. The collar is wide and open, with no buttons. A rich brown leather harness crosses his chest in two narrow straps, slipping around his back to support a small pouch at his hip (for maps, herbs, or anything he might need). Bronze buckles and rivets lend just enough hardware without looking militaristic. Cinching his waist is a chocolate-brown leather corset, laced in front with thick cord. It shapes his silhouette and anchors the drapery of his shirt. His pants are a deep navy, cut slim but not tight. Golden embroidery snakes along the side seams in fluid, swirling patterns, wind motifs that rise from his knee to hip. A fine gold chain is looped loosely around one belt loop, bearing his Vision. Finishing the look are tall, dark brown boots with fold-over green cuffs and intricate gold filigree on the outer calf, the soles are slightly raised.

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