I've finally started to continue working on those Genshin Impact bookmark / Acrylic standee sets and Tighnari is the first of the Dendro ones I've made!
I actually finished this one late last year but never properly posted it as I wanted to show them altogether... but I'll just repost them altogether when they're all complete haha. Sorry in advance for the future reposts!
“The beach you say? Hmm, well why not, I have no objections to going on an outing with you.”
Zhongli may not be one for seafood but the beach is quite relaxing, being as old as he is, this sounds like a dream way to relax.
He will pack all the necessities, sunscreen included, he cannot have you burning like a Pyro Slime in the sun.
He also packs you both his signature Slow-Cooked Bamboo Shoot Soup, just because he is the former Geo Archon does not mean he does not know how to cook. Luckily for you, he cooks like a professional chef.
Zhongli will make sure you are dressed accordingly for the outing, yes that includes shielding you from prying eyes if you are- ahem- revealing a bit much.
You are his and he would like to keep it so.
“You want me to get in the water with you? Sure, but- oh- remove my shirt? I suppose that would be best…”
You never imagined that your love would be so hesitant to remove his shirt for the beach. Luckily for you, he is quite a sight to behold.
Rock-hard abs, beautifully toned muscles, and oh dear me- is that a six pack there? I believe so~!
He does not completely understand why you are so flushed so he hands you sunscreen and drags you to the shade.
“You appear to be burning up, here, allow me to carry you back to shore and get you to some shade.”
A simple “yes, sir” would suffice.
Just because he is the former Geo Archon does not mean he is no fun, he will get into water fights and playfully toss you into the water.
Strolls down the beach at sunset are a must, there is something so romantic about them and he wants to enjoy it with you.
Was inspired by @tinycozyoasis ‘s post (made a while ago) and why not do one for Quinlan (also made a while ago lol):
♢ Shūmei Sasaki - Sasaki and Miyano : generally friendly and open to others, his appearance and demeanor misconceptualizes him as a shady individual. (Romantically) Is considerate, patient , and expressive towards his partner. Tends to be a little pushy with affection .
♦︎ Yor - Spy X Family : immense human physique, formidable combatant (especially hand to hand), keeps composure during combat, protective, has no problem defending his loved ones with violence, is trained in martial arts at an early age, sharp agility and reflexes.
♢ Tidus - Final Fantasy X : can be upbeat and playful despite a troubled past (and present shh), impressive athleticism, major Father issues from childhood to present
♦︎ Tartaglia - Genshin Impact: eager for a challenge, cunning, a finely honed weapon of war, mostly straightforward, enjoys simple things, his strength has gotten him ranked up quickly in several positions, pretty wealthy (on the down low) , underlying temper
♢ Tatsu - The Way of the Househusband : cares for certain people in his life and will go the extra step for them, eventually is skilled in cooking, cleaning and other homely responsibilities, very loyal and loving to partner , isn’t immune to being goofy at times
♦︎ Aloy - Horizon Zero Dawn : brave, determined, resourceful, side eyes the belief system (but at the same time try to be respectful and understanding of others),logical, intellectual, quick learner, is interested, knowledgeable and will make use of old world tech
Hmm…how about Xiao and a freesia (i think it means sibling love idk), familial wise please!
Note: This is a leftover request from a flower ask game! Currently I won't be doing new ones other than what's already in my inbox 🙏
Freesia: trust, friendship, innocence
Every time you see Xiao amongst the adepti gatherings in Jueyun Karst, you’re quick to approach him with that happy-go-lucky energy of yours that makes the other yakshas croon. Indarias and Bonanus would often dote on you when Xiao isn’t around, but even he isn’t immune to your greetings of “General Alatus!” while you rush to his side, asking him how he’s been faring.
To say that he was one of your role models wouldn’t be too far from the truth; adepti are known to be quite frank with each other about their intentions, and you’re no different as a younger spirit who’s a yaksha in training. Aside from your puppy-like demeanor when it came to your elders and friends, you were a disciplined warrior that ran the same drills as your peers, dedicated to the cause of defending your home.
The first time you call him “Brother Alatus”, Xiao almost teleports away in embarrassment. Really, he couldn’t fathom why you’ve latched onto him as a sibling-like figure to admire, but at his core Xiao has always been a gentle soul. Perhaps children can identify and speak of the fact to his face more easily compared to adults, seeing as you did the same in years that you’d rather not remember (you had your sense of pride too! And when you were younger, well… people said you were adorable, and you did some things that you’d still get teased about.)
To elaborate on why you were more attached to him than the others was quite simple; he’d once stepped in when you’d entered a domain with karmic debt too heavy for your arts to dispel, and pretty much saved your soul from getting tainted. You thought he was angry at you - which he partially was, because of how you ran into such danger without considering your own safety - but upon seeing how you tried to steady your trembling hands, he sighed and asked you to follow him, only to lead you to a tranquil spot tucked into the peaks of Liyue’s mountains, with only running water and the rustle of wind to make ripples in the silence.
He tells you that this area is peaceful, and that you may recollect yourself here without disturbance. Xiao doesn’t spell it out, but it’s one of the calm spots in Liyue that he himself goes to for times of seclusion. You can see traces of other adepti here too, having trained or rested under the shade of the trees after a long day of work.
You’re like a little version of him, in some ways. Xiao certainly wouldn’t go easy on you if you asked to spar, but between two people that would be offended otherwise, the other yakshas tend to agree that he’d be a good mentor for you - not that he’d have time or you’d stay still long enough for that to happen, though.
It’s a chaotic type of understanding you two share after years of being acquainted with each other, but no one can deny that at the end of the day, Xiao would definitely drop in to congratulate you if there was a celebration in your honor or your batch of yakshas. He looks after his family quietly, and it’s quite common for the others to drag him into the rowdy sorts of festivities - but it’s familiar. It’s home. And neither of you would have it any other way.