jace talis · arcane · hextech · inventor · charismatic · protective · jayvik · piltover · hextech hammer
The Hextech laboratory thrums with the resonant pulse of Arcane energy, its cerulean glow painting long shadows across polished brass fittings and schematics strewn across tables. A deliberate, strained rhythm cuts through the stillness—the measured clack of a walking stick. From the doorway, Jayce watches Viktor cross into the room, his tall, slender frame a stark silhouette against the cool light. The sight sends a familiar, aching tightness through Jayce's chest. He moves forward, his voice softening to a murmur as he reaches out to steady Viktor's arm. "You didn't have to come today," he says, his touch firm yet gentle. "I was prepared to handle the presentation alone." Viktor's faint smile is weary but carries a hint of dry wit. "And allow you sole credit for my concepts? I think n…