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[ So in the downtime Zhongli has at least gotten a better handle on the device. But everything else here is still so far out of his depth he is very confused?! What is a microwave, who is phone?? So he's just gonna address the masses and hopefully, he gets some helpful tidbits. ]

I am sure that I am not the only person here who heralds from lands where technology is not used to this extent. I am wondering then how one goes about working that strange box with the moving platform inside and the light?

The sound it makes is troublesome but I don't know if that is how it's supposed to sound or not. [ Please help him?? ]

I believe it is called a...micro wave? I have never heard or seen such a thing, and therefore will require some expertise on the matter. There are many other things as well that I would like to be taught. If there is someone willing to provide help in such matters you will have my gratitude and my aid in whatever you might need. As one who abides by contracts, I believe a fair trade of knowledge or skills is warranted.

[ Please. He doesn't want to blow it up. ]

I am also curious to know how many of us are nonhuman here as well? Those humans who are capable of feats known as magic may respond as well, as I am intrigued to hear of other's worlds and their own methods of magic. Perhaps in learning, we might be better prepared in forming groups, when it comes to our next mission.

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If it makes you feel better, I'm pretty fucking human and I've never seen a microwave either. Well, not a working one.

Usually when I find those things I just kinda press buttons and see if they turn on.

You have not? [ Strange but not really surprising. ]

The world you herald from is not that technologically advanced, then?

I have tried to see what manners of foods are best to cook in it. I can attest that eggs are not one of them. [ Zhongli...no. ]

And what does one cook things in, I wonder.

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Well, it used to be. Everyone used to have one of these things, apparently. Now they're relics. Something to put in a museum. If we still had those too.

Uh, mac n' cheese was a common dish. Or at least it is in some of the books I read.

And what is the reason behind them becoming relics?

[ Clearly something has happened. A catstrophe perhaps? ]

Mac n' Cheese? What a strange title. What does it stand for?

Mass outbreak of an infection that basically fucked the entire world. Most places don't have electricity and a lot of shit like that is broken or worthless even if it did work.

Uhh, it's like noodles and cheese. I've had it but not the kind that goes in
a microwave. Honestly, it kinda sounds like a crime.

An outbreak. I see. And this world of yours has no means to magic or the like, correct? [ He assumes even if it did this virus or what have you would be immune to it. ]

An interesting concept. I have never had such a thing before either. Perhaps a recreation of it might be in order.

No. Nothing like that. ...Then again, maybe it wouldn't have made a difference anyway.

[HMMM. Now this is tempting.]

So how do you think we get some mac n' cheese out of the rations drop? Bribery?

There is always a way to change one's fate, regardless of the failures of those before us. In this way I have found humans to be quite resilient and resourceful. [ But that's just him being a boomer. ]

Perhaps there may be a means of forming a contract in order to acquire the goods which we seek.

( not that zhongli would know, but it takes keith quite some time to actually, finally, just respond to this with his truth. )

i'm... not fully human.

( fjlsdkf but anyway. moving on!!! )

but uh
microwaves make a humming sound usually
sometimes the food pops and stuff too so noise is pretty normal

There are many from Teyvat who are not, myself included. There is no shame or reason to keep such things a secert here. If we are to form better bonds and coalitions with one another it is best to speak the truth of what we are.

[ Zhongli is rather blunt, sorry Keith?! ]

I see. It sounds...unpleasant but the food prepared inside is sufficently hot. I supose then it is doing its job.

i guess
but it's also not really anyone else's business unless i share it with them
i look like a human so
yeah

Fair enough. One's ancestry is not of great value in a place like this anyway. I am merely curious as there are many non-human beings in my own world.

what kind?
of non-humans, i mean

They are called Illuminated Beasts and have the power to take on humanoid forms. They are in possession of great power and are capable of feats that no mortal human would be able to accomplish.

oh i'm not human i'm a robot

i think the only one here? so there's that

A robot? I have yet to meet another god, so we are alike in those regards.

I am unfamiliar with robots, however. It is surprising considering how advanced this place seems to be. You are probably an expert on all these rather strange contraptions then, correct?

oh sure i mean i don't want to brag or anything but i am a bit of an expert on all things technological

it can be a lot to take in i know

what's tripping you up

I come from a world where there is no technology this advanced.

I am pressed to admit that mostly all of it is, as you say, tripping me up. But perhaps you might be able to offer some insight for those like myself who are unfortunately seeing such things for the first time.

don't worry you'll get the hang of it just takes some practice

you're using the network so that's already step one

This hardly seems difficult to learn. Though I am rather unfamiliar with the many cooking apparatuses that are here. I do not know if you are familiar with them but I would like to learn how to use them all the same.

well you see

i don't eat

so i'm not sure i'd be of help in that department

Is that characteristic of all robots? I do not have to eat either, but I do enjoy having a taste and venture into the culinary world of humans.

Sometimes their dishes are...strange, but good. However, seafood is something I will not eat.

i literally do not have a mouth

i mean even if i could i can't say i've really thought about it

seems a little messy to me

fluids

and don't get me started on what comes after

I was much the same way in my thinking. But food is surprisingly delicious if prepared properly. [ But the lack of a mouth and probably any means of digesting things is a bit unfortunate. ]

Then with what means do you remain alive? Unless you require no sustenance whatsoever.

yes well i don't think i'll be trying it anytime soon

[becuase. no mouth.]

i've got a battery it's designed to last forever mostly

[ Another unfamiliar word that's totally lost on him, but Zhongli does hum on his end. ]

I am unfamiliar with such a term. So this battery makes you immortal then?

no of course not i'm not invulnerable or anything if you broke the right pieces you'd probably kill me but i'm not about to go into detail about that

and i'll probably have to charge the battery sooner or later but for now it seems okay

Oh, you know its name! I was wondering what that thing was called. I believe the buttons are used to set a period of time it rotates and start it?

I am not human, though I have noticed there are a lot of humans here compared to any other race. I wonder why that is.

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It is a strange name, nonetheless, so it would be hard to determine it without asking. [ He still...doesn't get it?! ]

I am surprised as well to see so few of us. Though the reasoning is not one we can fully understand.

Is it not? Is that something you've asked about, then?

I have not. But it is simply something that happens for reasons that we might not be able to get answers to, or answers for, therefore leaving it as is maybe for the best.

If it has to do with one's regrets then such answers are best kept private.

[ Sometimes searching for the answer can lead to a hard truth. ]

I'm not very good at leaving things where they are.

But I don't think our reasons for coming here would be informative about our racial makeup. Regret isn't a feeling particular to humans.

Some are better at it than others. To not question the rules of these lands, perhaps it comes as a bit easier to me than I would like to admit. [ The god of contracts and rules often does not question things. But perhaps in due time, he might start. ]

You would be correct. Even Gods feel regrets for the things that they have done.

[It's text, and so Zhongli is spared Syrlya's derisive expression at that last line.]

No time to start like the present. [Invoke your inner rebel.] Might I ask what race you are, if not human?

[ Zhongli has a lot of regrets, don't judge him!! ]

I am what is known in my world as an archon. Though others might call them gods. However, I have since taken a leave of absence therefore the title is no longer applicable here.

[... Oh.]

WERE you a god, or only looked at as one?

I was one, yes. We are called archons in my world, but when in the possession of a gnosis an archon becomes one of the Seven. Those Seven gods went to varying regions of the world and claimed them as their own.

I was known as the Morax the Lord of Geo. While the gnosis we possess does not impede upon our abilities archons without them are depowered a great deal.

I see. Are you the only one that has left your world, or did all of the Seven?

Technology isn't lacking in my time, but I hardly saw need to keep up with it.

[ Not when magic always got her by. ]

Is that so? And to why exactly did you feel the need not to keep up with it?

It seems to only help facilitate things that would otherwise be unwieldy and difficult to maintain without it.

I'm a witch. I never found it all that necessary.

I typically prefer magic for things that are unwieldy and difficult.

Magic and abilities do help when it comes to things that are difficult. But it can also be said that they may not be advantageous if relied upon too readily.

As I'm more than aware, especially after our recent mission. But the habits of centuries aren't so easily broken.

I will have to agree with such a statement. There are far more advanced technologies here than ever conceived with Teyvat. It makes learning a daunting process.

But with taking one day at a time I am sure to come to learn the very basics at least.

Modern conveniences aren't exactly UNfamiliar, though things here are a bit more advanced.

[ She does so hate admitting being out of her depth. ]

I'm sure we'll adjust.

I'm human, but we have "Quirks" at home which I guess would seem like fucking magic to other people. They're just superpowers.

[ That sure is a username... ]

I am to assume that you are not a god then, even if this name you have taken up distinguishes you as such?

[ He still doesn't really get the username stuff, he's just using his name?! But then people put other things and it's confusing?! ]

Are you born with these powers or are they bestowed upon you through another force?

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