Genshin Impact: The Origins

Azure Legion

One night, I was lying in bed, thinking. It had been a tiring day for me. Takashi and Sorakaze were dueling every day, but they always ended up with equal results. Akira was improving so fast. He was also getting bigger; now he was taller than all of us. My twelfth birthday was coming up next week. My parents had planned a party, but since Ei and Makoto couldn't come, they decided to cancel it. I didn't understand why. When I asked Saiguu, she always teased me about it, so I didn't ask again.

I looked at the blueprints I had been working on over the past few days. I upgraded Takashi's and Yashiro's swords because I noticed some issues that needed correction. I also fixed Tenryou's bow since he was upset about its long-range accuracy. I made a few adjustments to it.

For Miko, I finished her Catalyst. She loved it. It helps her control her power of vision. She was a little bit nervous at first, but with my mother's and Saiguu's guidance, she really got the hang of it.

For Akira, it was complicated at first. As you guys know, my grandfather Akihiko was a total nutcase. To make things worse, Akira started to follow in his footsteps and eventually became a total nutcracker like my grandpa. Anyway, Akira's fighting style was initially based on hand-to-hand combat, but lately, he started using claymore swords. Claymores are a type of heavy sword that requires both hands to wield. They are great for both defense and offense, but they aren't as quick or flashy as lighter swords like tachis. They also aren't very sharp. You need a lot of muscle power to wield them, which is why they're not my favorite.

At first, I thought Akira would stick to hand-to-hand combat, so I started making knuckledusters for him. However, after he began mastering heavy swords, my plans hit a snag. After some thought, I decided to make both. I crafted a knuckleduster for him, which I named "Ōkami no Tekken," meaning "Iron Fist of the Wolf." Then, I made a heavy sword for him, which I called "Ōkami no Tsuchi no Gekirin," meaning "Wrath of the Earth Wolf." He loved them both. Heavy swords aren't suited for duels or agile opponents, so he can use the knuckleduster in those situations. For those who need heavy damage, he can use his heavy sword.

And lastly, our newest member, Shikanoin Sorakaze. He is the same age as us and uses an Anemo Vision. According to my father, he is a prodigy of his clan. However, his Vision originally belonged to his father, who died during the Great Shogunate War. When the owner of a Vision dies, the Vision dies too, but if you are capable or a close relative, you can reawaken it. Sorakaze was able to awaken his father's Vision, and he now serves under me as my left hand, while Takashi serves as my right hand.

Yesterday, I asked Sorakaze to choose a weapon for himself because I found out he didn't have a permanent one. Shinobi typically use kunai and shuriken, relying on agility and lightweight gear. They also employ ninjutsu, scrolls, and talismans in combat, making it challenging to carry a fixed weapon.

"Young master... do you... want to make a weapon for me?" Sorakaze asked, his tone filled with disbelief.

"Why don't you like it?" I inquired.

"No... No, I... I just..." Sorakaze began to stutter.

"Young Master, do you know. people in Inazuma thinks you as a master blacksmith. Also, your weapons are most finest weapons and unique in Inazuma." Yashiro explained.

"Really? I didn't know that. But why hasn't anyone asked me to make one?" I asked.

"I don't think there's a single brave soul who would dare request a custom-made weapon from the next shogun himself. After you fixed my bow, most clan members worship it like an ancient artifact," Tenryou replied.

"What? But why? I only adjusted some minor errors and amplified its resonance with your vision. It's just a... minor thing," I replied, scratching my head.

Here's a revised version of that continuation:

"He knows, young master. Thanks to you, Tenryou no longer has just a bow. He now wields a hand cannon that shoots meteors. And Yashiro can perform six consecutive attacks in a second without even using his Vision, while most swordmasters in his clan can manage only three. When Yashiro uses his Vision, he can execute twelve attacks. As for me, my sword strikes feel almost like thunder, even though I can't see my own sword. And just yesterday, Master Akira caused an earthquake. Lady Miko even conjured a thunderstorm a few days ago," Takashi bombarded me with updates.

I smiled innocently at them and changed the topic.

"Come to think of it, guys, I've decided to form a team," I suggested.

Everyone fell silent, so I continued speaking.

"As you all know, in recent days we've been exterminating dangerous monsters and aiding people. It started as part of our training, but my thoughts have changed. I want to form a team because one day, I'm setting off on a journey across Teyvat. I thought it would be more fun with all of you. It's fine if you're not interested; I don't want to give orders," I explained.

"Count me in, young master. We'll follow you to the ends of the earth," Takashi replied. Everyone nodded in agreement.

"Alright then. We need a name for this team. Any ideas?" Yashiro asked.

Everyone started suggesting names, but after a few hours, we were out of ideas. Suddenly, a word came to my mind.

"Azure Legion," I said. "And for our symbol..." I drew the symbol that I had seen at the Shinigami's Shrine in my Azure God realm.

Everyone nodded in agreement. After a few hours, they departed. Now, here I am lying on my bed, lost in thought about my future...

Until my mother barged into my room.