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[timenvoy]

[ZIP-WIRE] - The newest advancement in outdoors-y tech, someone’s rigged up the very first two-seater harness. Ever wanted to go careening over the forest with nothing but a line of rope and a stranger to hold? There’s never a better time than now.

Escaping the noise of the city and its resort, the Wanderer felt most at home in the wilderness. Under the cover of the woods, his run-ins with obnoxious humans were few and far between, though one time he spooked some campers in the middle of the night. What did they call him, again? Some sort of stupid name, not worth remembering… "Large leg?"

When he heard screams from a distant cliffside, he thought someone else might have suffered the same fate. His morbid curiosity led him to the zip line; seeing that the cause for terror was something so mundane curbed his enthusiasm. Humans sure love scaring themselves over nothing…and what's with the double-rider setup?!

He sat in a nearby tree, silently watching guests pass by. There was entertainment value in the horrified looks on riders' faces, though many chickened out, and others still were up here hunting for the "large leg" instead. It quickly became tiresome.

The Wanderer was just thinking of leaving when a certain green-eyed face came into view on the trail. Huh. As Sethos neared his perch, he couldn't resist a taunt, eyes gleaming from behind the leaves. "Well, well, if it isn't a certain flightless insect. Don't tell me you're here to take to the skies with this ridiculous contraption--gliding would be easier. For some reason, it requires two people…"

A disgruntled pause, then a realization. "--And don't expect me to join you! I already have a better way down."

After what felt like an odyssey in search of a creature he wasn't even sure it was real or not at this point, Sethos had decided to take a well-deserved break from all of the madness he had encountered in recent days. The resort had been his first stop, Choca Beach his second, and now his comeback to the Bigshell Eco Park for redemption. Hopefully, with no unwanted surprises along the way. . . right ?

His peace lasted for half an hour as it didn't take him long to hear screams from afar. Was this place cursed or was this sheer misfortune finally catching up to him ? Whatever it was, he couldn't turn his gaze away from it. His own constitution forbade him from ignoring it, and so the desert dweller went to check things out. At first, his mind returned back to the monster in question, another possible encounter that would roll in motion another investigation. However, once the brunette drew closer, what he found was nothing like the monster he had imagined.

As it turned out, the screams he'd heard came from the fear and thrill of those riding the newest zip wire. An activity he had noticed during his first visit to the area, though at the time, it hadn’t caught his interest.... until now.

Wasn't it interesting ? A new method to explore this eccentric place. Sure, gliding would be easier, perhaps even faster. Nevertheless, it wasn't about the speed it possessed but about the fun it gave them. And what could be a very effective way to spot Largeankle. He could give it a try, actually, he will give it a try ! Gotta enjoy what this place could offer for once.

Approaching the trail got him right to the instructors and those who awaited for their name to be called. Getting a turn was the easy part, getting a partner might be the hardest as this activity was meant to be conquered by two individuals. Sethos could ask anyone, his friendliness paired up perfectly with his charisma. And truth to be told, he would have done so if A CERTAIN SOMEONE hadn't called out for his attention.

That familiar tone of voice made him perk up as that taunt so peculiar of his got him shifting his gaze right where the puppet sat. ❝ As perceptive as always, hat guy. ❞ An eyebrow raises just as a smile, running into a friend was always a welcoming surprise despite being called a flightless insect along the way. ❝ Actually, I am. It looks fun ! Might be the only chance I get on these vacations so why not ? Plus, now that I know you're here I can rest easy knowing that if this thing fails, someone will catch right on time. ❞ Hands set on his hips, a laugh comes out to ease the mood. Wanderer keeps talking and Sethos keeps hearing, it's then that he's reminded of an essential he's still missing; "it requires two people", wanderer had said, not knowing what this had provoked. A domino effect that ends on his own doom.

Realization struck like a spotlight clicking above his head, his eyes sparkled and his mouth opened eagerly. WELL, WELL, WELL.

❝ Was that your subtle way of asking if you could join me ~ ? ❞ It wasn't, IT WASN'T. But there's no way he was letting go of this chance when the solution to his problem was sitting right in front of him. ❝ Haha, you don't have to play hard to get ! C'mon, get down from that tree and join me already. ❞ Wanderer's biggest mistake was opening his mouth and he now had to pay for it. ❝ Or don't tell me you're afraid of heights ? If that's the problem, I promise I won't tell your classmates. ❞ Oh he knew the wanderer was everything less afraid of heights but this tease of his is part of a not very convincing plan to get him to accept once and for all. An innocent grin pairs up with his words. ❝ Don't worry, if you're actually afraid I can ask someone else. ❞ And now, we wait for the cat to fall on the trap.

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The gambling style he had learned back at the desert differed greatly from that of Empyrea, and that’s precisely why it had caught his attention. Machinery filled the room as well as their trickery, a predetermined luck that set the score in the house's favor. Once, Sethos had wanted to try it once to satisfy his curiosity as an imminent loss awaited at his door. Though luck itself had other plans in mind.

Aventurine had walked in right on time, either a coincidence or a blessing from above. Both had a brief exchange of a minute or two, and at the end, he was left at the machine with a chip gifted by the other. Nothing remarkable, he had thought. But when the chip got inserted and the screen flashed a vibrant 'JACKPOT', he knew he was in for a long ride.

The rest of the evening went out just the same. With victory after victory, accumulating a small fortune to the man's name. Whatever that chip had, it sure had worked on his favor. So well, in fact, that it raised everyone's suspicion.

❝ It's you again. ❞ Finding him had to be part of this lucky strike of his or another well planned trick from this mysterious stranger. ❝ I never did ask your name, did I ? But I feel that you won't even tell me even if I ask. ❞

@avcnturine

what a lucky day.

( JACKPOT! ) - ft. Sethos and Aventurine.

[timenvoy]

hunters 🐅🌾☀️

i’m SO excited to learn more about this mysterious guy…

[timenvoy]

❝ I know, I know ! I'm merely trying to tidy things up a bit. ❞ Alchemy was trickier than he had initially anticipated. Almost like an overcomplicated cooking recipe where one wrong move made everything fall apart. It was a meticulous art, one he certainly lacked the bases of. Nevertheless, Sethos tried his best as he learned along the way, a student like any other in this course, save for his unusually knowledgeable ( and impatient ) guest.

❝ Blue one, blue one, blue one. ❞ Over a dozen test tubes lay before them, with their former alphabetical order lost to time. Among those, over five glowed in different shades of blue, a true nightmare for a beginner. ❝ Sooo this one ? Got it. A single drop. ❞ As instructed, the brunet adds a drop into the mixture, shifting the hue to one of a vibrant purple seen in the book. ❝ There we go, first potion ready. See ? It isn't so bad teaming up with me━ ❞ Did he speak too soon or why is the potion suddenly bubbling up ? ❝ It is supposed to be doing that... right ? ❞

So I Heard You Were Like... Y'know...

@timenvoy and @currentlyoffwork

[timenvoy]

Kaveh stopped outside the Temple of Silence.

"Hey! Sethos! I was actually considering how to be allowed inside. Glad to see I don't have to." He chuckled awkwardly.

"Either way, glad I caught you. I was in the city when I heard someone mention it was your birthday. So, I grabbed something and walked through the desert to get here. I actually don't know what I'd do if you weren't here." Kaveh scratched the back of his neck.

He pulled out an leather bag, handing it to the other. "Here. Leather holds up a lot better than most cloth. But I know it can be fairly pricey. So here, you won't have to worry about getting sand in your stuff no more."

Coming back home for a special day like this was more of a routine than anything else. Whether he had started his day at Sumeru City or camping in middle of the sandy sea, he would always find his way back to the Temple of Silence. Here his people would feast and celebrate alongside him, raising a glass in his name to a prosperous life. It's not a traditional family like the ones back at the city but it's his and that's enough.

For hours, until the sun set on the horizon, Sethos enjoyed the company of his community before going out on a walk. The mantlet of stars guided him through and in his own solitude he found comfort. He takes his time getting back to the temple, walking through a familiar path before emerald hues fixate on a blurry figure visible from miles away.

❝ It's been a while, Kaveh. ❞ At his approach there's a wave back at his friend, a happy hum added to his reply. Certainly the architect stood out far too much for his own good. Nevertheless, at the Temple of silence, he would be welcome as one of their own. ❝ You got right on time, I was just about to step inside. Ah ! The trip must have been exhausting, friend. ❞ Walking from the city to desert was no easy task. No one in their right mind would do such thing... yet we are talking about Kaveh here. ❝ Coming all the way here to give me a gift ? You flatter me. ❞ Eccentric as well as stubborn, a very dangerous combo in fact. But he sure has great taste and that's something Sethos can't deny.

Leather is a material not many got the chance to find, even less to buy. It's expensive, as mentioned, though the price can be justified on it's utility. Now he wonders how he managed to get it, especially if the rumors regarding his living situation are right. That alone would make this gift all the more special, all the more unique cause his friend, despite the difficulties and obstacles ahead, got it for him. ❝ Thank you, Kaveh, I truly appreciate it. To show you my gratitude, let me offer you a room to stay for the night. It's not safe for you to walk back home at this hour so come, let me show you the way. ❞

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It had all started back at the resort, where rumors caught like wildfire, carried by the hush of whispers and murmurs. The name LARGEANKLE danced on everyone's lips until it slipped right into Sethos’s ears, a coincidence, he claimed, though it had sparked a butterfly effect even he couldn’t have foretold. A legend, a myth, a monster awaiting. Curiosity got the best of him, having the man journey deep into the protected zone in pursuit of a glimpse of the unseen. With a camping bag on one hand and supplies on the other, Sethos had made it his mission to uncover the truth behind the unknown. A call back to that adventurous side of his. Instinctively drawn to danger and all so hungry for the thrill.

But as fate would have it, his camping days wouldn't exactly go as planned.

The first two days had inevitably been intercepted by rain. Initially it had been a delight for the desert born prince, a change of scenario to his past quests. Then the delight turned into pain quickly enough whenever the drops fell through the tent, spoiling half of the supplies along the way. 'Fine, okay, I can deal with that', he had thought with a positive attitude still remaining. Then came the tourists' screams, each time alerting him of a supposed sighting, though always turning out to be another creature and never the beast in question. Finally, the last straw, the robbery.

He had been out foraging when it happened. The leftovers taken, the tent torn down, and the suspicious claws and footprints set on the mud. He was robbed and whoever did it left a mess, a big one no doubt. It was as if the culprit had a desire to be known, to leave behind unmistakable clues. ❝ Oh, now this is personal. ❞

The hunt began and with it - his approach towards the rest of the area is set on a defensive stand. The rustle of nearby bushes draw his attention, and judging by the fresh footprints, the creature might still be close by. With spear in hand, courage in his chest, and swift determination in his stride, he ventures deeper into the forest on that day's last attempt to find the culprit.

The noise pulls him in rapid steps and then a thunderous bang nearby sends Sethos charging forward without hesitation. ❝ Show yourself ! ❞ He demands when the rustling in the bushes intensifies, a frown painting over sharp features with his spear never lowering. ❝ Don't make me repeat myself, LARGEANKLE . ❞

@dukemeropide

who lies within the forest.

( CRYPTID SIGHTING ) - ft. Sethos and Wriothesley.

[timenvoy]

⏳ june, sethos : revelation.

Although Sethos won't be attending lore, he can be found exploring Empyrea, mostly in THE EMPYREAN RESORT, SHELL ECO PARK & SOARING HEIGHTS.

For the first half of the month of JUNE, I'll be accepting asks with the prompts of the areas mentioned ! For those curious, he will be using a "formal attire" when he's at the resort and at soaring heights ( reference : hoyofair 2024 ) but will change to his usual look whenever he's at the eco park.

These are the prompts I'm most interested in but the rest are, of course, welcome as well:

[BALLROOM] - Welcome to my prince Sethos agenda. With how confident and flirty he can be, I wouldn't be surprised if he ended up dragging someone out to dance. It doesn't have to be romantic but it certainly will be chaotic.

[CRYPTID SIGHTING] - Curiosity got the best out of him and now, he's on a mission to be the first one to get a picture out of that alleged monster lurking in the woods at night. Join Sethos on an adventure to prove if that famous "LARGEANKLE" even exists.

[MAN'S BEST FRIEND] - Befriending the local animals back in Sumeru City had softened his heart toward small creatures, and Empyrean isn't the exception. Whether it's dogs, cats, pigeons, or even the occasional wandering horse, he has found comfort in their presence. Who knows, perhaps this time fate would place an injured pup in his path, waiting for a gentle hand to help it heal.

[timenvoy]

⏳ may, plot taken : slime workshop.

Inquisitive minds from across Teyvat and beyond are invited to partake in their workshop dedicated to Slime tests and experiments. What fascinating combinations and groundbreaking results can you and your friend come up with ?

He might not be a Spantamad graduate like Cyno ( or even a student to begin with ). But the time to try and see if he's fit to be part of a Darshan has come and there's no better way than a workshop like this ! Join Sethos ( or let him drag you by accident ) on his adventure to discover if alchemy is really his thing or just another thing Cyno surpasses him on.

Opening this plot for anyone ( teyvat or not ). Feel free to reach out through tumblr dms or discord ! status : taken.

[timenvoy]

❝ you have a nice smile, has anyone ever told you that before? ❞

His chuckle grows ever so slightly, a snort held back by a contented sigh. ❝ Is charming me part of your next trick, magician ? ❞ With words as sweet as his anyone would fall right on the palm of his hand. Anyone except Sethos. It would take him more than that to win his favor. ❝ You've been staring at me for quite some time now. Tell me, is there something in your mind ? ❞ Perceptive, is he not ? A natural talent fit for his peculiar upbringing.

Out of all the guests present for the show, Lyney had coincidentally chosen the hardest target in the room. He, who is aware of the spared glances thrown his way, acts foolish enough to blend with the crowd. When Lyney smiled, he did so as well. When he pointed, he nudged with the rest. An spectator like any other right until the spotlight is set on him. Even when it's not his intention, he always ends up standing out amongst the rest. Call it another natural talent of his, one of many it seems.

❝ If you need a volunteer you should just say so. I can help with that. ❞ Though that's more of a wild guess from his part. ❝ But try not to stare too much or else, you might get distracted mid act, blondie. ❞ An added wink comes to place, consider it a generous tip for his services.

getting to know each other / @feliscus

[timenvoy]

AID. 🌱

Since his formal arrival in Sumeru City, not as a visitor this time - but as a recognized citizen among the locals, much in his life has changed in ways he never could have imagined. Sethos had traded life within the walls of the sacred temple hidden in the heart of the desert, a silent refuge where only the chosen could behold its magnificence and share in its secrets, for a modest hut in the bustling city. A rather drastic change if you ask him. One he still had trouble adjusting to despite the confident demeanor he presented to others.

After all, it’s not every day you go from living in structured community, bound by strict rules and a role-defined routine, to complete freedom of choice. Now, every decision, from where he lives to what he does and what he wants to pursue, is entirely in his hands. That includes, of course, something as trivial as decorating his own home… a task he had no idea where to even begin with.

❝ Hmm, weeeell, what you did here is rather.... unique. ❞ At this point on time the brunet wasn't entirely sure if accepting Alhaitham's help had been a success or a mistake. His choice in furniture was decent, but not so much when it came to matching the pieces all together. It's almost as if he was doing it on purpose, knowing too damn well who would come after to undo the mess. ❝ If I'm honest with you - i'm not so sure about the clock, or the curtains, or the lamp, or the ━━ ❞ and the list goes on. Objects that alone, stand out, but when together, they become a chaotic mess. At least this is way better than the little to no individuality his old room had back at the temple.

❝ I didn't know you had a bit of an eccentric taste. ❞ Should he blame the other's trickster side ? Either way, Sethos didn't entirely dislike it, the problem here alone was the composition. If he could just shift a few things from one side to another, or even adjust the light source, it would hopefully improve in the eyes of a certain professional. ❝ Perhaps we can move a few things to the closet. Like the weird fungus figurine you put in the middle of the room - ❞ No idea where he even got it to begin with. How it ended up in his possession is a mystery yet to be resolved. ❝ or the random TCG poster I won at a raffle . . . actually, let's get rid of that one entirely. You can have it if you want or put it aside for Cyno. This place is a work in progress but at least now it looks more. . . ❞ Varied ? Wild ? Hectic ? ❝ - lively. ❞

AID: sender helps receiver redecorate / @currentlyoffwork

[timenvoy]

for muses that are getting to know each other

❝ what's your favorite color and why? ❞

❝ can i come with you? ❞

❝ you have a nice smile, has anyone ever told you that before? ❞

❝ how do you take your coffee? ❞

❝ sorry, what was your name again? ❞

❝ it just occurred to me i never asked you what your last name is. ❞

❝ actually we've met before. ❞

❝ i've heard a few things about you. ❞

❝ care to join me? ❞

❝ i'm not really sure why i trust you. ❞

❝ i don't usually talk this much, it just feels easy to say stuff when you're listening. ❞

❝ i know we don't know each other that well but if you wanna talk about it... ❞

❝ could you help me with something? ❞

❝ do you like it here? ❞

❝ are you new around here? ❞

❝ you can ask me anything you want. i promise i'll answer truthfully except the things i feel like lying about. ❞

❝ i don't mean to be too forward, you just seem like you could use a friend right now. ❞

❝ you can come with me. i mean if you don't have anyone waiting for you. ❞

❝ we're friends now. you can ask me for help. ❞

❝ do you like this music? i can change it. ❞

❝ what are your favorite snacks? ❞

❝ really? i wouldn't have guessed that about you. ❞

❝ do you mind if i ask about it? ❞

ACTIONS:

VISIT: for sender to go to receiver's home for the first time

VISITED: for receiver to go to sender's home for the first time

CRYING: for sender to see receiver cry for the first time

CRIED: for receiver to see sender cry for the first time

BEGIN: sender and receiver are on their first date together

TRIP: our muses go on a group trip but end up stuck together, away from the rest of their friends.

SITUATION: our muses are acquainted because one of them is their friend's roommate. muse a shows up when their friend isn't there and ends up hanging out with muse b one on one.

GO: our muses go to a zoo or theme park together and get lost.

INVITE: sender cooks for receiver for the first time

INVITED: receiver cooks for sender for the first time

TOGETHER: our muses spend the night for the first time

TRY: our muses hooked up and are hanging out the next day

COMFORT: sender is going through a break up and receiver offers to cheer them up

COMFORTED: receiver is going through a break up and sender offers to cheer them up

OFFER: sender gives receiver a ride to the airport/picks them up

OFERED: receiver gives sender a ride to the airport/picks them up

AID: sender helps receiver redecorate

AIDING: receiver helps sender redecorate

[timenvoy]

⏳ ━━ may the city welcome you again, child of Hermanubis.

Life outside of the desert’s walls is vast in many senses. These new surroundings held kinder suns and less treacherous winds than the endless abrasive waves of sand he called home. People in the city thrived like plants under constant care, tended by the skies and watered by the rain, an existence hard to grasp for those raised by the desert, where nature imposes constant limitations and hardships. There, a place where danger often emerges without a warning. For those raised within the golden seas, it’s something you learn to survive with until those hardships become part of your routine. The desert life is not fit for the weak, that’s why many who come opt to leave as soon as they get a chance. But for others, used to the obstacles and adversities, it’s all they’ve ever known ━━ all Sethos has memory of. 

When he first came to the city, long before the events that led to his meeting with Cyno and the others, he had been surprised by this whole new reality Sumeru presented right before his eyes. It was different. Beyond the buzzing chatter of the crowds and the laughter of children playing nearby, there’s a sense of normalcy in these lands that leaves him in awestruck. Life here is easier, calmer, a place where journeys take minutes, not days. Where the sun embraces every individual instead of setting them ablaze. Where the night comes and everything remains at peace. Sumeru City had nothing to envy from the harsh truths of the desert and Sethos loved such thing.

❝ For the lucky, life moves with a softer touch. ❞

A chuckle paints from one cheek to another as his meticulous gaze examines passing smiles, whispers a bit too loud between fellow customers and the rumbling of steps from the moving crowds. Within the market he resided, blending in the shadows of the people, adapting to the environment and becoming one with the residents of Sumeru City. He acted like anyone else; curious, but not enough to draw attention. Kind like a local, yet sharp like a merchant. Sethos had, in many ways, become one of them in just a day, and the quiet confidence in his demeanor sealed the deal.

But beneath the confidence, his heart was intrigued, enamored, and captivated by every little thing this place, this city, had to offer.

That’s the beautiful thing about stepping outside his comfort zone, having the chance to discover the unfamiliar. An opportunity to live something different, a life only set kilometers away from his home; something unique, something so full of life, where people were happy and it showed. It wasn’t the desert, his home, but it was something that gave him the same homely feeling of being welcomed, of desiring something of this nature. He wanted to stay here, for a bit longer, for a bit more. But of course, Hermanubis had other plans in mind.

❝ Sir, would that be all ?. . . Sir ? Sir ! ❞

❝ Ah ! Sorry, sorry. I was lost in thought for a second there, haha. Right yeah, that would be all for today. ❞ With the day coming to an end and the information he needed right on the palm of his hand, there wasn't much for him to be doing on the city. He should have left hours ago but farewells are never a strong suit of his.

❝ Long trip ahead, sir ? ❞

❝ Yep, an errant boy like me ❞ Right an errant, that had been the first role that came to his mind to cover up his tracks, his identity. ❝ got a huge trip coming up. ❞ By trip he meant going home, where he belonged by birth ( where his grandfather and the rest awaited for his arrival, for news about their. . . special situation regarding a certain someone ).

 ❝ Let me guess, the desert ? ❞

❝ Was it too obvious ? ❞

❝ Well, not many ask for an extra third bag of supplies. Good luck, young man. MAY THE DESERT BE KIND IN YOUR TRAVELS. ❞

❝ May the desert be kind to us all, sir. ❞ ━━ and may the city give him, grandson of Bamoun and chosen vessel of Hermanubis, another chance.

[timenvoy]

SETHOS ❖ REVELATION OF THE SILENT SANDS

Just as the seasons come and go, so do the tides of sand ebb and flow. Beneath the sweeping sands are those who preserve the legacy of ancient wisdom.

[timenvoy]

📖 🐝

⏳ visage ; wisdom's measure.

⏳ others ; let your future shine bright with the sun.

⏳ ask ; my dear friend - our adventure has just started.

⏳ ooc ; the gods are watching from up above.

⏳ musings ; a blessing as well as a curse ; it's what makes you who you are - sethos.

⏳ commission board ; it's a mission for two so how about you and i.

⏳ headcanon ; this story is different from the rest.

⏳ drabble ; from stories untold and memories kept.

⏳ prompts ; well? what are we waiting for! out adventure has just started.

⏳ ic ; glory to al - ahmar !

[timenvoy]

⏳ ━━ glory to al - ahmar ! ❞ wisdom's measure.

# TIMENVOY. to be affiliated sethos from genshin impact. by berry. ━━    rules.    about & talents.   threads. mun.

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