Solaris & Zenith
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Introduction
A duo that doesn't seem to be able to be separate no matter what otherwise they end up feeling lovesick, they are always seen doing very similar activities. If not, they're often doing things in their own corner while still in the same room/building. They both work part-time at a comic store, otherwise they spend their time playing tabletop games while also dipping their toes into arcade games by hanging out at Lavatera Arcade.
Solaris is the more outspoken one, he is very often seen being hyper and talkative and always seems to have a lot of energy. It's also possible to see him being smug. He particularly enjoys playing as close-range characters when it comes to games. Other hobbies he has include designing new outfits, shopping, anything macabre & history.
Zenith is a bit more reserved, but he won't hesitate to speak up if he doesn't agree with something or if something doesn't seem right. He tends to be the type to prefer to help behind the scenes, but won't hesitate to directly help in dire situations. Zenith prefers to play as ranged characters in general if he's playing a game. Other than that, his hobbies include reading, playing the guitar & learning card tricks.
Mutual impression
Solaris thinks that Zenith is...
Solaris: Zenith might seem to be the kind that doesn't like interacting with people in general, but I promise he's very cool! Once I got to know him, I knew what he had was just a facade! He's very smart and his strategies never cease to amaze me! Not only that, I kind of learned that I really like tabletops thanks to him!
Zenith thinks that Solaris is...
Zenith: Solaris is...a very special one. I wasn't a huge fan of him at first, but I think I'm glad he persisted the way he did. He reminded me of how fun it was to teach someone something I really enjoy and I'm glad I have a partner who's just as passionate as I am. And, most importantly, I'm happy I finally found someone to open up to.
Relationship Dynamic
Comfort
Trust
Affection
Desire
Story
How passion found love
Two young adults who lived vastly different childhoods found themselves at a tabletop party. One was invited by an old friend, the other one was one of the hosts. While the host explained how one of his favorite games, Dungeons & Dragons, worked, the other one gazed in awe despite never having played any tabletop games before. The way the taller man taught others was something that sparked something.
The shorter Solaris had a good time in his first short DnD campaign, although he was constantly staring at the bold Zenith, who used all of his brain power to come up with fun scenarios to play with. Since then, Solaris had attempted multiple times to meet Zenith again, but while looking at a comic store, their eyes crossed. Solaris knew something special happened between the two, but unfortunately, Zenith seemed a little clueless.
“Oh, I remember you. Were you looking into playing DnD more seriously? I can teach you everything I know about it.” Zenith’s first personal words towards Solaris only caused the latter to explode. He was so happy to be able to talk to him again after that one party. Without hesitation, he accepted.
Since then, the two of them spent their time outside of work to learn the ways of DnD and even started dipping their toes together into other RPG games. With Zenith finally feeling like he found someone to share his baggage to, he felt comfortable enough to call Solaris something more than just friends. And, during that time, Solaris learned a lot from the wise Zenith and only appreciated him more and more.
“You really should try to share your interests more, they’re very cool and you’re super fun to listen to!” Solaris exclaimed before the two of them officially started dating.
Solaris: I genuinely can't stop listening to Zenith! He's very charismatic when he explains things no matter what they're about, and that's something that made me love him so much...
Zenith: I can't believe I found someone who was passionate enough to listen to my rambles for hours. I'll never not cherish Solaris for that. And I owe him one, since he made me feel better about myself.
Trivia
- Their favorite activity to do together is to DM a DnD campaign together.
- While they have a rivalry with the Freedom Group, it's a pretty healthy one. It's usually related to fashion and video games.
- The DnD campaign that Solaris is DMing long-term with his group is themed after the House of Slaughter. To come up with the story, he used his knowledge of history and changed it into something very twisted. What he doesn't know is that it actually exists...
- If Zenith is not playing DnD, he is often studying other card games, such as Magic & Yu-Gi-Oh. He particularly has a soft spot for Yu-Gi-Oh and it is said that fantasy games in general are his special interests. He's autistic.
Mutual relations
Xenophon
The duo sees Xenophon as a rival, however, Solaris can't help but befriend him, despite their interests in games being vastly different. This doesn't prevent Solaris from wanting to teach Xenophon's group how to play DnD.
Surprisingly enough, despite them being rivals, Zenith does get along with Xenophon very well! They find themselves playing video games together when Solaris is off doing something else.
Libera
Solaris LOVES Libera. They are often found talking about a lot of off-topic stuff in the middle of their DnD campaign, which causes the others to get them to shut up. They are very often seen hanging out in general too.
Zenith isn't particularly open to talking to Leslie, but he respects her at the very least. As long as Solaris is happy.
