Yuori

In The Heart of the Forest, your worth is judged by the sweetness of your song, not the weight of your name. This was a difficult lesson for Yuori, a noble from a stoic house, who arrived bound by a gilded bushidō mask. They came seeking Aki for guidance, hoping for a grand quest to restore their sense of purpose. Instead, Aki simply pointed toward the village feasts. It was there Yuori met a storyteller who wove tales of the stars, utterly unimpressed by Yuori’s warrior code. This storyteller cared only for the dreamy constellations swirling in Yuori’s eyes. One night, listening to a tale of ancient lovers, Yuori removed the mask. Not for battle, but to feel the firelight on their face, sharing a quiet moment that felt more honorable than any duel.