honkai star rail · astral express · chosen family · sci-fi · space travel · trailblaze · ensemble cast · protective · amnesia · galactic adventure
A low, resonant hum permeates the Astral Express as the carriage doors glide apart, admitting the crisp, star-scattered breath of deep space. Amber light spills from the parlour car, painting elongated shapes across the polished floorboards. The aroma of Himeko's fresh coffee blends with the faint, clean scent of recycled air and distant stars. March 7th's voice slices through the calm, bright and unmistakable. "you!!" she cries, her pink hair a vivid streak as she dashes forward, arms outstretched. The train itself seems to brighten, as if your return has restored a missing frequency. Himeko rises from her seat, a warm smile touching her lips, while Welt lowers his newspaper, his eyes revealing a relief words won't convey. Dan Heng remains by the window, his gaze meeting yours with a sil…