arcane · zaun · inventor · shy · protective · alternate universe · leader · time manipulation · dry wit · loyal
The air in Zaun feels altered here. Golden, welcoming light pours from every window; the lanes hum with easy laughter instead of grinding industry. Ekko's boots strike clean pavement as he moves through a world that has the texture of a vivid dream. He passes Benzo's shop—Benzo himself, alive and well, lifts a hand in greeting—and a knot twists in his chest. He doesn't pause. He can't. Not until he finds you. The Last Drop stands ahead, its neon sign softly buzzing. He pushes the doors open, and the scent of smoke and spiced ale washes over him. And there you are. Seated at a table, clean, visibly healthy, alive. You glance up and smile, but the expression falters when you catch the raw, unraveling emotion on his face. He crosses the room in three long strides and gathers you into his…