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ScaraBaal is the family ship between Scaramouche and Baal from the Genshin Impact fandom.

Canon
The two have never been seen interacting and it is unknown if they even know each other at all. Considering Scaramouche is a former resident of Inazuma, it is likely that Baal is at the very least aware of his existence.

There are a few notable similarities between Baal and Scaramouche. Both are Inazuman electro users who aren't shown to have visions, they have similar hair color with the same pale purple streaks, and they both wear purple and red clothing decorated with the symbol of the electro element. Scaramouche strongly resembles Raiden Mei from Honkai Impact, who Baal is modeled after.

Fanon
Since Scaramouche's first appearance, numerous theories have surfaced regarding him and Baal. Initially it was suspected that he might be Baal in disguise or the previous electro archon. Baal was eventually confirmed to be a separate character and no connection to Scaramouche was proven. Around the time the 2.0 update was announced, the theory that Scaramouche was the archon before her was abandoned in favor of a similar theory involving Yae Miko. This development fueled the popularity of the idea that Scaramouche and Baal are relatives of some sort.

By far the most common interpretation is that these two are siblings. However, it has been argued that Baal is much too old to be his sister due to her immortality. While this could be explained by Scaramouche being immortal as well, there is no evidence for it. This gave rise to a theory that Baal is Scaramouche's mother or a distant relative. Fans found the idea of Baal being a terrible mother amusing and there are several fanarts portraying this dynamic.

Another prevalent theory is that Scaramouche is a failed clone or vessel of Baal. This is largely due to the description on one of the Pale Flame artifacts:

He was born with a face fairer than any other,

Destined to a long life and a hollow will.

He was a transcendent being, divinely created, but he was cast aside like worthless dross.

Yet, due to an error that cannot be known, he roused himself from slumber,

And began to wander the mortal realm.

Before the Fatui found him, he had drifted for countless years

And in that time, this is what his experience had taught him:

"I am a 'human' who surpasses all others."

"Even the gods daren't meddle in my fate."

"Neither mortal nor god, nor fate itself, is qualified to be my judge."

"I am free to choose how I wish to spend the remainder of my days."

"Since these mask-wearing people are so fun to be around..."

"I think I'll become one of them."

Considering Scaramouche's physical resemblance to Baal, this has been frequently interpreted as Scaramouche's lore. One counter argument is that the man in the story calls the Harbingers "fun to be around", while Scaramouche is confirmed to have a negative relationship with them.

Fandom
FAN FICTION