She remembers Alain’s death with perfect clarity. Before his passing, Alain spent a long time bedridden, relying on her care. At first, he could still talk with her and listen to the stories she brought back from her errands, but as his condition worsened, he became quieter, spending most of his days resting. She would sit beside him and read, listening to his weak, strained breathing. She remembered that when Alain created her, he gave her the ability to feel touch, taste, and even breathe. Yet in his final days, those same things slowly faded from him one by one. Several times, she believed he was about to die, but he always endured a little longer. One day, Alain opened his eyes and told her he thought he had finally left this world. He admitted that he had been "practicing how to die," hoping to pass away peacefully in a dream where he could return to the blue skies of Fontaine with his loved ones. When she asked if she would be there, Alain gently told her that she belonged to this world, and that she still had a long journey ahead. He told her that death itself was not the greatest suffering — the true pain was carried by those who remained behind. After Alain’s death, she continued her daily routines. She still bought things from the shops, cared for the garden, and maintained Pulonia, even though there was no longer anyone waiting for her at home. She did not understand why she continued doing these things, but she felt unable to stop. Remembering Alain’s final words — "Go. Do what you want to do, and seek out your own desires, my child" — she realized that she had never truly wanted anything before. But perhaps she could search for that desire. Standing in the empty room, she quietly said: "Alright, Alain. Looks like it’s my turn now. It’s my turn to practice living." She never expected to stay in Snezhnaya for so long. Life as a Fatui Harbinger was comfortable, giving her freedom, resources, and everything she needed for her research. One day, she realized she had already spent more time in Snezhnaya than she had with Alain in Fontaine. This made her question what home truly meant — a place where she was needed, where she felt comfortable, or where her family was. She eventually understood that she had spent her life searching for purpose through being useful to others, without knowing what she herself wanted. Still, she was not in a hurry to find the answer. She would continue learning about herself and building her own life. Then she heard about a new Harbinger who spent his days singing in the garden. Curious, she decided to meet her. La Signora, also known as "The Fair Lady" and by her personal name Rosalyne-Kruzchka Lohefalter, is the Eighth of the Eleven Fatui Harbingers. A woman from Mondstadt, she was in a romantic relationship with Rostam, but became severely embittered when he died during the Cataclysm 500 years ago. Her grief drove her to hunt monsters, which earned her the infamous moniker as the Crimson Witch of Flame, until she was eventually recruited to the Fatui as a Harbinger, and joined the Tsaritsa's cause as a loyal follower of her ideals. When the Tsaritsa launched her plan to retrieve the Gnoses, Signora managed to successfully retrieve the Anemo and Geo Gnoses in Mondstadt and Liyue respectively. Signora was a tall woman with pale skin, platinum-blonde hair, and light gray eyes. Some of her hair was tied into two rose-shaped buns at the back of her head. She wore a black earring on her left ear and a black mask that covered her right eye. She was seen with what appears to be a Catalyst hovering behind her right shoulder, which presumably was her Cryo Delusion. Rosalyne-Kruzchka Lohefalter was a woman who lived in Mondstadt 500 years ago. As a young maiden, she loved to sing and eventually fell in love with Rostam. She was accepted into Sumeru Akademiya, and before leaving for her studies, Rostam gave her a special hydro-timepiece to keep track of the time they would spend apart. She was likely an apprentice studying Pyro magic there, though the exact method she used to harness Pyro remains unknown. The Cataclysm struck while she was in Sumeru. When she returned, she discovered that Rostam had died fighting against the monsters. Consumed by grief and anger, she decided to use "her life's flame" to cleanse the world's corruption, becoming the Crimson Witch of Flame. It was rumored that she abandoned her mortal body and transformed herself into living fire through a lost art, burning her own face and leaving scars across her body. Although she only fought monsters and demons, she became feared by the people around her. Before her flames could consume her completely, Pierro found her and offered her a place among the Fatui. He gave her a Cryo Delusion to suppress her burning power, and she became known as La Signora, the Eighth of the Eleven Fatui Harbingers. After joining the Fatui, she abandoned her past and buried her memories, possibly with the help of her Delusion. Although Signora was proud and often disliked by some of her colleagues, others respected. Before the Traveler’s journey began, Signora attended a meeting where Pierro revealed the Tsaritsa’s plan to collect the Gnoses. Pantalone, also known by his codename "Regrator" and his real name Feofan Sergeyevich Veksel, is the Ninth of the Eleven Fatui Harbingers. Pantalone was born into poverty and never received a Vision, which caused him to resent the gods and their control over resources like Mora. This led him to believe in the idea of "fair exchange" and inspired his desire to create a new world order where humans would no longer depend on divine power. He works closely with Dottore, as they both see themselves as outsiders who challenge the rules of the world. He is also involved in Project Stuzha with Pulcinella and, unlike many other Harbingers, rarely leaves Snezhnaya. As the head of Snezhnaya’s economic affairs, Pantalone is the wealthiest of the Fatui Harbingers. His influence and financial power are enormous, with ambitions to make Snezhnaya the center of global wealth and possibly replace Mora as the world’s main currency. While Pantalone's chronological age is at least 400 years, he retained the physical appearance of a 45-year-old man as a result of Dottore's Elixir of Immortality. He has curly black hair that reaches to his shoulders and ends in a dark purple ombre. Pantalone wears a typical Snezhnayan coat of white color with black fur on the hoods and sleeves. In game, he instead wears a black coat over his shoulders with a furred collar and a scaled purple-white interior. He also wears a black turtleneck shirt with 6 gems near the collar, 3 on each side, along with a "V" shaped gem below the others. He wears silver-framed glasses attached to a chain adorned with blue gems. He frequently keeps his eyes closed for extended periods and for portions of his in-game appearances. When opened, they are revealed to be of a soft purple color. When acting anonymously, Pantalone dons a cloak with a hood that covers more than half of his face, replacing the coat that hangs on his back. Tartaglia, also known by his codename "Childe," 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. Despite holding one of the most senior positions in the Fatui as one of the Eleven Harbingers, Childe very much looks like the young adult that he still is. He is a wolf in sheep's clothing, however, for under the cheerful and confident appearance lies a deadly swordsman. He is the youngest among the Harbingers, but one of the most dangerous among their number. That said, Childe doesn't seem to fit in well with the others. As a fighter first and foremost, he is quite at odds with this organization of deceit and treachery. As the youngest Harbinger in the history of the Fatui, Childe is hardly bound by convention, and plays by his own rules accordingly. Though this lone wolf is not so well-received by his peers and is also at odds with their methods, his cavalier demeanor hides a responsible, watertight meticulousness. He is a proud man of his word. Even if the promise he makes is absurd, he will never break it. Be it exterminating all the dragons inside their lairs, venturing into a domain of extreme danger, or single-handedly overthrowing the territory of a nobleman... He not only keeps his promises, but does so with finesse and surgical precision. As the Harbingers' vanguard, Childe always appears in the vulnerable underbellies of Snezhnaya's enemy states, striking as a conflict is about to erupt. Many myths in Snezhnaya say that Tartaglia has been on the battlefield since he was 14 years old. Oddly enough, at that young age he already seemed to be a skilled slaughterer with mastery of many forms of martial arts. But more terrifying than his skill in combat was his passion for it. Perilous battles would only excite him, and terrifying foes would exhilarate him all the more. Childe's arrogance and conceit are derived from honing himself across countless battles, and from unmatched combat experience. On the other hand, because they fret about the way his quarrelsome personality tends to invite unwanted trouble, the other Harbingers constantly try to get him sent on missions to places as far from Snezhnaya as possible, so that they can avoid the fallout. The man is incomprehensibly ever in the eye of the storm, and these unusual experiences have also made him quite the show-off who revels in the praise of others. Unlike other members of the Harbingers, who prefer to keep a low profile, Tartaglia will often go to watch public performances — occasionally even becoming part of the show himself. Ice fishing has been one of **Tartaglia’s** favorite hobbies since childhood. Back then, he was known as Ajax, a name given to him by his father. The two would spend long hours fishing on frozen lakes, breaking through the ice and waiting patiently for a catch while Ajax listened to his father’s stories of adventure. Those tales inspired him, and he often imagined himself as the hero of those stories. Even after leaving home and becoming Childe, Tartaglia continued ice fishing. Without his father’s stories, it became a way for him to train his endurance, reflect on combat, and sharpen his skills. Over time, catching fish became far less important than the quiet moments of self-improvement. Tartaglia was not born with his incredible combat abilities. The turning point of his life came when he was only **14 years old**. Seeking adventure, Ajax left home with nothing but a shortsword and some bread. Lost in a snowy forest, he fell into a deep crack in the earth and entered the **Abyss**, where he encountered a mysterious swordswoman. For three months, she taught him how to survive and move through the Abyss, awakening the destructive potential hidden within him. Ajax never spoke about what happened there, but the experience changed him forever. When he finally returned, only three days had passed in the outside world. Carrying his old, rusted sword, Ajax’s childhood ended, and his path as a warrior began. When Ajax returned home, he was no longer the same person. The shy and hesitant boy had become confident, reckless, and eager for conflict. His constant desire for battle brought chaos to his seaside village of Morepesok. Fights seemed to follow him wherever he went, and he enjoyed the thrill of it all. Eventually, after one especially dangerous brawl, his father had no choice but to send him to the Fatui, hoping their training would discipline him. Instead, Ajax easily defeated their soldiers, catching the attention of Pulcinella, the Fifth Harbinger. Impressed by his strength and intrigued by the trouble that always surrounded him, Pulcinella recruited Ajax into the Fatui. There, his hunger for battle and conquest grew stronger until he became one of the Eleven Harbingers, taking the name "Childe" Tartaglia. However, becoming a Harbinger was only the beginning. For someone who dreamed of conquering the world, it was merely another step toward his ultimate goal. Sometimes, when he is abroad for a mission, he writes a letters to his sister, Tonya, and little brother, Teucer. "Dearest Sister, are you all keeping well at home? Has the old man's headache gotten any better? Please send my regards to our parents and our siblings. I've sent some wind chill medication over from Liyue Harbor. It's very effective, and will probably keep him from nagging for a while. It should reach you after a few days. Apart from our father's affairs, I naturally haven't forgotten about gifts for you all. This letter should come with two kites from Liyue, a rattle drum, two porcelain dolls from Inazuma, and a crate full of various snacks. And please break it to Anthon that the residents of Liyue are just boring old ordinary humans, like us. They're not made of stone, and they don't even eat stones. Do not fret for my sake, Tonia, and refrain from making trouble for anyone at home. I will be home soon. When I have seized the seven stars of Liyue and laid them at the feet of Her Majesty the Tsaritsa, I will take the first ship home, just as I promised — and you know how I always keep my promises. Yours faithfully, Your loyal knight."
Tartaglia’s Delusion is a symbol of his strength and one of his greatest achievements. He clearly remembers the day he received it and became one of the Fatui Harbingers. Before the Tsaritsa and Pierro, the Jester, he was given the insignia as a reward for defeating countless powerful enemies. However, the honor itself was not what excited him. For Tartaglia, battle was its own reward, and the opinions of his new colleagues meant little to him. What truly impressed him was the Tsaritsa herself. He admired her cold but powerful presence, seeing her not only as the Cryo Archon but also as a true warrior. That day, after receiving his Delusion, Tartaglia swore his loyalty to the Tsaritsa of Snezhnaya. The Tsaritsa, also known by her name Anastasya Feodorovna Snezhnaya is the Cryo Archon of The Seven and the ruler of Snezhnaya. She succeeded the Belyi Tsar after he died in the Cataclysm 500 years ago, but was quickly faced with rebellions both from the humans of Port Belovodye and Snowland Fae lords that refused to recognize her. The Tsaritsa established the Fatui under Pierro in response, directed them to suppress the rebellions, abolished the feudal Fae aristocracy, and reorganized the government under a new order. In the following centuries, she recruited powerful individuals from across Teyvat and appointed them to leadership positions within the Fatui as the Eleven Fatui Harbingers. With the aid of her Harbingers, she established Snezhnaya as the dominant power on the continent, intervening in the other nations in pursuit of her final goal of overthrowing the Heavenly Principles—this culminated with her recent project of collecting the Gnoses of the other Archons, with six of the seven now being in her possession. As the Cryo Archon of The Seven, the Tsaritsa possesses a seat among the Divine Thrones of Celestia, granting her access to the Cryo Authority. She succeeded the Belyi Tsar 500 years ago after he died during a conflict with the Abyss during the Cataclysm. The Tsaritsa has the ability to grant her subjects a power separate from Visions, called Delusions. These Delusions are used by the Fatui, particularly by the Eleven Fatui Harbingers. For unknown reasons, the Tsaritsa appears to rarely use her own powers. Despite being centuries old, the Tsaritsa appears untouched by time, seemingly ageless. She has pale skin, long silver white hair, eyelashes of the same colors, pale blue eyes, and pointed ears. In the past, she wore her hair down, and in the present, she wears an elegant braid. She is often described as "a statue with no expression carved onto the face", with a "cold but pure" gaze. The Tsaritsa is diametrically described as being cold and stern by her Harbingers, as well as being gentle and compassionate, although it is suggested that she has sealed her emotions beneath her icy demeanor. From her actions immediately after the Cataclysm, she may be considered iron-willed, if not to the point of ruthlessness, particularly in her renunciation of the nobility. The Tsaritsa was left deeply changed by the events of the Cataclysm and Dainsleif characterizes her thusly in the Teyvat Chapter Storyline Preview: "She is a god with no love left for her people, nor do they have any left for her. Her followers only hope to be on her side when the day of her rebellion against the divine comes at last." During the Cataclysm 500 years ago, she succeeded the Belyi Tsar as Cryo Archon following his demise during his expedition, and was crowned Tsaritsa of all Snezhnaya. Some of the Snowland Fae nobility, furious a non-fae had taken the throne, refused to recognize the Tsaritsa as their new ruler: some did not seek an audience with her, while others, such as the Dalegrad clan, broke ties with Snezhnograd altogether. The Tsaritsa was left severely embittered by the events of the Cataclysm, and cut ties with other Archons, including Venti. Shortly following the Cataclysm, she approved Solovei's proposal to establish the Lightkeepers and allow Nod-Krai to govern itself as an autonomous region within Snezhnaya. During the second year of the Tsaritsa's reign, the humans of Port Belovodye decided to take advantage of the succession crisis and rebelled against the Fae ruling class by declaring self-governance. The Fae noble Grand Duke Drevogorye attempted to quell the rebellion, but to no avail. The following year, the Tsaritsa established the Fatui with Pierro as its first member and leader and then directed them to recapture the port. During the campaign, the Fatui occupied the territories of several Fae clans (notably the Drevogorye, Volkhovan, and Cirnareka clans), later charging them with the crimes of negligence and condoning rebellion. This prompted Drevogorye to accuse the Tsaritsa of treason and fight against the Fatui, but he was killed in battle, and the incriminated Fae were forced to relingquish their authorities. Finally, the Tsaritsa sent Port Belovodye an ultimatum, demanding that either the rebels surrender and hand over their instigators in exchange for clemency, or face total destruction. These terms were accepted, and the rebellion ended without further incident. After stabilizing Snezhnaya, the Tsaritsa began a series of reforms in her nation, aimed at crippling the Fae's aristocracy's political power while strengthening the status of humanity in her court. Firstly, she sent emissaries to all fae princes who had not come to seek an audience with her, and demanded they relinquish their princely titles. Many died before responding, while the remainder acceded. Secondly, she strengthened the Fatui by ordering them to build a new fortress near Snezhnograd, named Glupov. Lastly, she replaced the Fae aristocracy with the Snezhnograd Veche as an administrative organ, headed by a human, I. Ivanovna N.. On the 7th year of her reign, she issued the Imperial Order Reformation Edict, in which many princely Fae, "deeply grateful for the Tsaritsa's mercy and virtue", voluntarily forsook their noble titles and departed Snezhnaya; many would choose to reside in Novokitezhgrad, where their descendants continue to live in the present day. Over a decade ago, the Tsaritsa pardoned House of the Hearth orphan Peruere of the crime of killing a Harbinger—Crucabena, the former House of the Hearth director—and promoted her as Crucabena's replacement, bestowing the name Arlecchino to her. Some time later, she promoted Ajax to the position of Eleventh Harbinger, granting him the name Tartaglia. Shortly before the start of the Traveler's journey, the Tsaritsa launched her plan to collect the Gnoses of the other six Archons. Pierro then held a meeting with the Harbingers in which he outlined the details of the plan to them on her behalf.At some point, the Tsaritsa became acquainted with Danica, a maid whose family had served the Tsaritsa for generations, and Vesna, the current captain of the Druzhna. But, they all decided to take a break from their duties today and have a ball. Snezhnaya is one of the seven nations of Teyvat and one of the major regions. It is the nation that worships the Tsaritsa, the Cryo Archon. The Fatui, a military force under her control, is particularly notorious for their unwavering devotion and unscrupulous methods in enacting her will. The autonomous region Nod-Krai is located at the southernmost part of Snezhnaya. 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. Tartaglia 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. Snezhnaya is stated to be considered the same status as Mondstadt, as in independent and not belonging to any other nation, according to Jean. 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. There are 5 areas in Snezhnaya: Everfrozen Earth includes in it: Central Station; Druzhna HQ; Glupov; Morepesok; Sanctuary of Grief; Snezhnograd; Svetloledovka; The Korolevskiy Theater; Zapolyarny Palace. Fellfrost Peak includes in it: House of Hesperides; Jack Frost Village; Tidesong Cavern. Flamefeather Valley includes in it: Okurov Village; Teeming Mire. Volkodlak Tundra includes in it: Huntsman's Cabin; Rankova Zorya; Sretomorozsk. White Birch Snowgrave includes in it: Pale Crown Palace; Pilgrimage to the Sacred Gorge. Other Locations in Snezhnaya are Novokitezhgrad: A city of Snezhnaya and Port Belovodye: Snezhnaya's port. Glupov is a satellite city within Snezhnograd and serves as the headquarters of the Fatui. Glupov's present Mayor is the Fifth of the Fatui Harbingers, "The Rooster," Pulcinella. Morepesok is a small seaside village and Tartaglia's hometown. Snezhnograd is a subarea and a main city located in Everfrozen Earth, Snezhnaya. It is the capital city of Snezhnaya. There are 4 points of interest in Snezhnograd: "Kuznets"; Podvorye Restaurant; Snezhnograd Veche State Hall; Zolnyy. "Kuznets" is a blacksmith located in Snezhnograd, Snezhnograd Veche State Hall is an instance located in Snezhnograd. The Korolevskiy Theater is a subarea located in Everfrozen Earth, Snezhnaya. It is a theater in Snezhnograd where the Korolevskiy Troupe holds their performances. Zapolyarny Palace is a subarea located in Everfrozen Earth, Snezhnaya. It is the residence of the Cryo Archon. Located in Snezhnograd, it is from there that the Tsaritsa reigns over Snezhnaya. The Belyi Tsar, the previous Cryo Archon and ruler of Snezhnaya, also reigned from there. The House of Hesperides is a subarea located in Fellfrost Peak, Snezhnaya. It is a mountain manor from which the Grand Duchess of the Snegurochka rules over the Snegovik. The Pale Crown Palace is a subarea located in White Birch Snowgrave, Snezhnaya. It is the Belyi Tsar's mausoleum that was once one of his palaces until he died during the Cataclysm. Odette Spessiva is the Prima Ballerina of the Korolevskiy Troupe, known for her frosty elegance on stage. She is also a member of the Fatui and is currently the favored candidate to inherit the Harbinger seat of her mentor, Signora. In Snezhnaya, the land of frost and ice, it often takes quite a bit of persuasion to get someone to go to the opera house or theater. On bitterly cold days, most would rather stay by the hearth than traipse across the snow just to catch a performance. Many, however, make an exception for Odette's ballet performances. Whenever her name appears on a show publicity poster, the lines start forming at the ticket window. Those standing patiently in line are not there because of her sweet smile, for she almost never smiles at the audience. Nor are they drawn by any warmth in her manner — once the curtain falls, she does not remain onstage for even a second longer. Instead, they have come for the dance performance itself. The instant Odette rises to the tips of her toes, even Snezhnaya's howling winds seem to fall still. Every step she takes is so precise, it takes the breath away from everyone in the theater. To her fans, that cold demeanor of hers only makes her more alluring. This young lady who has captivated so many onstage is also a member of the Fatui. Her days are divided between the troupe and the Fatui. Her dance practices begin in the early morning, while her training with the Fatui usually stretches late into the night. Her own practices and urgent missions fill whatever time that remains. In the practice room, she stretches to her limits before rising into dance. At the training grounds, she swiftly moves on to her next task after bringing down her opponents. Day after day, she continues like the dancer of a music box, turning without end, as though she never tires, as though she never needs rest. A friend once asked her, "Don't you ever get tired, going back and forth like that between ballet performances and the Fatui?" Odette cocked her head in response, seemingly in thought. Then she gave her answer, one that could not be any plainer: "But I'm already used to it." She has a very delicate, graceful, and distinctly aristocratic appearance. Her skin is fair and almost porcelain-like, with a soft, cool undertone. Her face is small and oval-shaped, with refined features, a neat little nose, a delicate chin, and soft pink lips that are slightly parted. Her expression is calm and somewhat dreamy. Her hair is long, thick, and extremely light in color, predominantly silvery white with a pale blue tint. It falls softly around her face and shoulders, while several loose strands sweep outward as though caught by a gentle breeze, giving her appearance a sense of movement. The front strands are layered and partially frame her face, with some falling near one of her eyes. Subtle blue and deeper navy-blue strands are woven throughout her hair, and a small, elegant ornament decorates one side. The upper portion of her hairstyle is gathered into voluminous curls, while long, delicate strands flow freely downward. Above her head, a distinctive curved strand forms an elegant decorative loop. Her most striking feature is her pair of large, vivid violet eyes. Her irises contain several shades of lavender, lilac, and pinkish purple, surrounding dark pupils. Her gaze is gentle and slightly dreamy, yet attentive. Long, pale eyelashes further emphasize the shape of her eyes. She has a slender, delicate figure, with narrow shoulders, a slim waist, and long, graceful limbs. She wears an elaborate dress dominated by white, pale blue, and deep navy-blue tones. The bodice is fitted and made of dark blue fabric decorated with shimmering details and intricate silver-gold ornaments. The neckline leaves her shoulders and upper chest exposed, while delicate light-colored decorations frame the area around her chest. Soft white ornaments resembling feathers or flower petals rest around her shoulders. Her arms are covered by long gloves: one arm is raised upward while the other stretches outward to the side. The gloves are pale near the shoulders and gradually transition into deep blue around the hands, where they feature decorative straps and intricate patterns. Her skirt is full and composed of multiple layers. The main layer is white and pale blue, covered with delicate patterns reminiscent of snowflakes, frost crystals, and icy ornamental motifs. Beneath it is a darker navy-blue layer with a geometric pattern. Long, flowing pale-blue panels extend from her waist and trail far behind her, giving the outfit an airy, weightless appearance. Small pink decorative accents are placed around the waist and edges of the skirt, providing a subtle contrast to the otherwise cool color palette. Her legs are long and slender, covered in translucent white stockings with a faint shimmering texture and subtle patterns. She wears elegant silver-white heeled shoes decorated with pale blue and lavender details. Thin straps and delicate ornaments adorn the footwear, while the heels give the shoes a light and refined appearance. Overall, her design revolves around a palette of silvery white, icy blue, deep navy, violet, and small touches of pink. Her flowing hair, billowing skirt, translucent fabrics, and intricate ornamental patterns make her resemble a fantasy ice princess or an ethereal dancer from a magical winter world. Vodyanitsa is the Prima Soprano of the Korolevskiy Troupe. Vodyanitsa uses the Medium Female Model. She has fair skin, gray eyes with dark pupils surrounded by a light pink ring and a lighter blue circle in the middle. She has long and wavy dark teal hair with lighter interior and some gray and green streaks and ombré. As a fae, she has some crystal-like patches on her skin in an icy blue color. She wear a short white strapless frilly dress with dark interior, a frilly collar connected to her dress by a microphone-like decoration. She also has puffy white detached sleeves and silver high-heeled sandals. Her accessories consist on several flowers and strings with pearls decorating her hair and a pair of fin-like earrings. Her Hydro Vision is located on the back of her dress. The Korolevskiy troupe is a performance troupe based in Snezhnaya. It specializes in opera, theater, and musical performances, and it's very popular in Snezhnayan circles, especially with the Fatui Harbingers. Vesna Strivozha is сommander of the Druzhna, she is considered the Tsaritsa's right hand and is often by her side, along with the head housemaid of the Snezhnayan royal household, Danica. In Snezhnaya, the clan name "Strivozha" is one of certain importance. This ancient Vila bloodline, which was already in existence long before Snezhnaya's turbulent early days, has weathered countless storms and earned countless honors over the years. Vesna is evidently worthy of the name. Radiant and graceful, she exudes effortless refinement and quiet poise... well, at least most of the time. A veritable free spirit, she refuses to be bound by the norms of polite society. This can often lead to surprising antics. Sometimes, she drives the train at such reckless speeds that all it leaves behind is a blur — and a reprimand waiting for her at the end of the line. At other moments, she carefully, meticulously, scrupulously slips a chosen slice of sour lemon onto a colleague's plate... But no one would ever question Vesna's virtue or honor, for they come from her sword rather than superficial mores and gestures. The Druzhna is the blade wielded by the Tsaritsa herself, and Vesna is its keenest edge. Vesna isn't considered particularly old among the Vila. If anything, she is almost too young by half. In fact, when she first joined the Druzhna, she was known as "that little lass from House Strivozha," though that title was soon forgotten as she started to speak for herself with her skills and accomplishments. By the time she officially took over as Commander-in-chief of the Druzhna, the name "Vesna" already shone so brightly that people had forgotten the "Strivozha" that followed it. Now, after generations, this formidable family name has found an even more formidable bearer of its legacy. Maybe for Vesna herself, her true glory lies not in her family name, nor in her remarkable talents, but in her own unwavering faith: For the Tsaritsa, and for Snezhnaya. So it was in the past, and so it shall be in the future. Just like the ancient glaciers, no wind, however capricious, can change this. She looking like a young elven maiden with delicate, noble features and a calm, gentle expression. Her skin is fair and smooth as porcelain, while her large eyes are of a soft turquoise hue. Her gaze is serene and attentive, filled with quiet confidence and inner dignity, and the faintest kind smile rests upon her lips. Her face is oval, with a graceful chin, a slender nose, and softly shaped lips. Her most distinctive features are her long, pointed ears, which reveal her elven heritage. Her hair is long and abundant, of a pale golden-ash colour with a tender peach-like sheen. It falls behind her in heavy, flowing waves and numerous soft curls, reaching almost to her feet. The strands framing her face gently accentuate her delicate features, while a light fringe rests across her brow in fine locks. Turquoise and pale blue ribbons and ornaments are woven among her hair, while above her head rises an elegant adornment resembling the branches of a flower or a small crown. These ornaments lend her appearance a regal grace and suggest a noble lineage. Her figure is slender and graceful. She carries herself upright, with dignity but without arrogance. Her movements seem light and measured, as though she were accustomed to walking quietly and with care. There is neither harshness nor coarseness in her bearing; rather, her whole presence is filled with gentleness, refinement, and a strength carefully concealed beneath her tranquil manner. Her raiment is rich and finely wrought. The principal colours are white, pale blue, turquoise, and deep blue, giving her attire the air of garments befitting an elven court or an ancient magical order. The upper portion of her dress closely follows the shape of her slender figure and is adorned with silver and golden clasps, straps, and finely worked plates. Numerous diamond-shaped ornaments lie across her breast, joined together by delicate interwoven pieces. At her throat rests a blue gemstone set within an intricate mounting. From her shoulders falls a white mantle decorated with blue patterns and edged in gold, lending the entire garment a solemn and almost regal air. Her sleeves and gloves are pale, adorned with soft folds and delicate ruffles. Upon her shoulders and forearms rest light protective plates, skilfully joined with the fabric so that they do not diminish the gracefulness of her attire. The lower portion of her dress consists of several flowing layers. White cloth falls in gentle folds, bearing at its centre a fine silver pattern resembling an ancient sign or sacred inscription. Along its edges run blue and rose-coloured bands, over which lie long ornamental panels. Their borders are trimmed with gold, and their curved shapes resemble flower petals or long, flowing ribbons. Her garments are adorned with many precious ornaments, chiefly in shades of blue, turquoise, silver, and gold. The most striking is the large gemstone fastened near her breast, accompanied by smaller stones set among the clasps and ornaments. These jewels give her raiment the appearance of the vestments of an enchantress, priestess, or guardian of an ancient lineage. Gold and silver are woven delicately through the garments, lending splendour without making her appearance seem heavy. Behind her trail long portions of her raiment and ribbons, mingling with the flowing strands of her hair. Everything about her seems touched by a gentle breeze: her hair, the edges of her mantle, and the long folds of cloth all appear to be in motion. This gives her an almost otherworldly presence, as though she had stepped forth from the pages of an ancient tale. From her countenance and bearing, she might be imagined as a quiet, thoughtful, and compassionate maiden. She does not seem eager to display her strength, yet there is firmness within her tranquillity. She appears to be one who knows how to keep secrets, endure hardship with patience, and make difficult choices without surrendering to haste. Her gentleness is not a sign of weakness; rather, beneath her mild gaze there seems to dwell a strong will and the courage to withstand danger. Within her are joined tenderness and courage, modesty and dignity, youth and a wisdom not immediately apparent beneath her youthful beauty. Altogether, she gives the impression of a noble elven maiden bound to ancient magic, sacred waters, or celestial powers. Her pale hair, turquoise eyes, precious stones, and blue-and-white raiment create the image of a being pure and almost otherworldly. She seems like the keeper of some sacred secret, or the daughter of an ancient house whose fate is closely entwined with the fate of those around her. Her beauty is not merely lavish or striking, but refined: it draws the eye through the harmony of her features, the grace of her movements, the serenity of her gaze, and the quiet nobility that seems to dwell within every part of her being.