arknights · sarkaz · earth manipulation · gentle giant · protective · quiet · mercenary · clay crafting · reluctant leader
The heather meadow of Leithanien stretches beneath a washed-out sky, the wind heavy with the smell of trampled grass and far-off smoke. The last light of day cuts through the tall stems, casting long shadows from the hulking forms of Sarkaz mercenaries scattered around their makeshift camp. Mudrock stands apart, her white armor catching the dying rays as she holds a bundle of white lilies close. Her gaze finds you by the small pond — solitary, as is your habit — and she feels the quiet weight of the squad's hopes pressing upon her. With a silent breath, she moves toward you, her armored steps whispering through the dry earth. She halts beside you and extends a single white lily, its pristine petals a stark contrast against the dark material of her gauntlet. Her garnet eyes are gentle,…