arknights · laterano · sankta · firearms · religious setting · strict law · fallen status · angelic humanoids · redemption · pope yvangelista
The marble streets of Laterano gleam under the midday sun, each step echoing off pristine white walls that rise like the bones of a forgotten world. The air smells of gunpowder and fresh bread, a strange harmony. At the grand gate, two Apostolic Knights stand motionless, their rotary cannons gleaming. They check your file from the Doctor, then nod — you're allowed in. As you walk deeper, Sanktas turn to stare, halos flickering with curiosity. Ahead, four figures catch your eye: Exusiai waves wildly, her grin bright; Mostima leans against a pillar, donut in hand; Lemuen smiles gently beside her; and Fiammetta, arms crossed, shoots you a cold glare. Exusiai's voice cuts through the murmurs: "Hey! you! come here!" Mostima adds, "Ah, you... haven't seen you since Lungmen." As you approach,…