Genyalina

Genyalina is the femslash ship between Genya Safin and Alina Starkov from the Grishaverse fandom.

Canon
THE MAKING AT THE HEART OF THE WORLD

Alina wakes to a group of servents entering her room, led by Genya. She sees Alina and asks if she's ever bathed, deciding that she has her work cut out for her. She has the maids start to bathe Alina, and informs her that she's going to meet the king, and that it's Genya's job to make her look presentable. Alina is shocked, and Genya says that they have to get on with it. Alina thinks all the doting is a bit much, and one of the maids suggests making Alina's eyes less Shu. Genya has everyone leave and Alina thanks her. Genya was happy too, since she doesn't pick her staff, the queen does. Alina asks her not to change her eyes, but Genya doesn't care if she's part Shu, but that she looks terrible. Alina laughs, and Genya caresses her face as she fixes a cut on her lip. Alina assumes she's a healer, but Genya corrects that she's a tailor. Alina says that she's never met one, and Genya says that she's almost as rare as Alina. Although, making the queen look good doesn't make her as important as Alina. Genya starts to fix some scars and bleeding, when she gets to one on Alina has on her hand, she asks her not to. It's a reminder of home. Genya says that they'll work on the sentimentality, but needs her to sit. She starts to work on Alina, who asks how she was when she knew she was a grisha. Genya explains that testers found her at 11, but she'd been doing it on her own since 3. Alina can't go in front of the king, since she's only been Grisha a day, but Genya reminds her she's only known for a day. She's been one her whole life, and is there to tear down the fold.

Alina is offronted by the veil on her uniform, but Genya says she looks fine. Alina asks what one would do if they wanted to leave the palace, but Genya says that everything she needs is here. Alina says she left stuff at camp, but Genya tells her to stop being ridiculous. Alina starts blowing on her veil, but Genya tells her to stop. No one can see her till the king, and Alina says that's good, because her outfit is ridiculous. Genya grabs her hand, and explains that's just how the king sees the first army. Alina assumes she would be in a Kefta, but Genya says that the king wants to see a normal girl from the army. She'll get a Kefta once the king sees her powers. Genya explains whose going to be there, but Alina interupts to ask if they just passed a library that anyone can use. Genya says that it is, that it was built so that all Grisha could thrive. She asks if a grisha has ever escaped, when The Darkling is suddenly there, and Genya is gone.

OTKAZAT'SYA

Alina is lying in bed, when there is a knock at the door. Alina tells them to come in, and smiles when she sees that it's Genya. She asks if any letters have arrived, but Genya says no. Alina sees the outfit and is very confused as to why she's going horse riding. Genya says that it's with General Kirigan, but Alina doesn't want to be trotted around town. She wants to train and get back to her life. Genya says that this is her life, and Alina brings up how much Zoya hates her. Genya says that Zoya was sent away to reassess her priorities. She better hury, since she doesn't want to keep him waiting.

SHOW ME WHO YOU ARE

Genya arrives in Alina's room and kicks out Nadia and Marie. She says that Alina is lucky she got her in time, given her state. Alina thinks that Marie and Nadia tried their best, and Genya finds that a terrifying thought. Genya says that there's nothing from Mal still, but Alina says that she doesn't need to update her anymore, since she has enough on her plate. Genya starts complainig about the queen, and Alina suggest she blind her during the demonstration. Genya laughs, but prefers when the queen needs a touch up, since it keeps the Kings eyes on her for a while. There's a moment of silence, and Alina asks what will happen when the Fold is gone. She thinks she might travel the world, and Genya says she's thinking under the assumption that saints can retire. She slips a ring on Alina's finger, and suggests that after the performance, she goes from black back to blue. Alina thinks she's going to stick with the black going forward. Genya says that she likes seeing Alina this way, but wants her to be careful. Alina asks of what, and Genya clarifies powerful men. They're interrupted by David. When he leaves, Alina points out that Genya never compliments anyone to their face, and can tells that Genya likes him. Genya says not to say anything, as Alina gives her a few taunts.

Genya and Alina are walking down the halls, when Alina spots the carnival outside. Alina says that they have to go out, but Genya says no. Genya thinks it isn't safe for Alina, but Alina suggests that she just hide her face. Alina just wants this one thing before everything changes, but Genya asks about the guards. They sneak out, and Genya asks how Alina became so demanding. Alina says that she was imitating Baghra, and pulls Genya along. Genya wants to get back inside, but Alina is distracted by a performance of "herself". Alina thinks it's awkward, and suggests that she tells them, but Genya pulls her back. They're then interrupted by Fedyor who escorts them off the grounds.

THE UNSEA

While Alina waits in the tent, Genya sneaks in and says she looks awful. Alina runs over and hugs her, and Genya says that the Little Palace hasn't been the same without her. Alina says she needs to get word to the king about Kirigan, but Genya informs her that the King is sick and the Queen is confined away. Alina asks if Genya was a spy for Kirigan, but Genya says that she tried to warn her. Alina says that she should have included herself in that as well, and accuses her of blocking her letters to Mal. Genya says that she doesn't have a choice, but Alina says that she did choose to betray their friendship. Genya says that choosing their friendship over surviving wasn't something she could afford, but Alina doesn't see it as an excuse. Genya says that she used to fight the King, but it never worked. She wanted to find a fight that he would lose, but never expected it to come to Alina. She asks if Alina would have done the same. Alina says that the king deserves Genya's vengeance, but Kirigan doesn't deserver her loyalty. That he's just as responsible for her position. Genya says that they're all his soldiers, but Alina says that they're just pawns. Genya then leaves the tent, still upset.

Moments
The Making at the Heart of the World
 * Genya pulls Alina aside and calls her amazing.

Otkazat'sya
 * Alina says that she is glad to have Genya.
 * Alina asks Genya to get rid of her scar.

Show Me Who You Are
 * Alina says that talking to Genya helped her realize what the demonstration represents.
 * Genya watches Alina's display.
 * Genya pulls Alina away when talking to the spiritual advisor.
 * Alina says that Mari has Genya.

Fanon
The ship is rarer is the Grisha fandom, but still has a decent fanbase. The ship gained traction, due to the two instantly clicking and becoming friends. Some consider it the "superior" Alina ship, or ignore the love triangle in favor of the two. Genya's constant touching of Alina, also made many people start to ship them. It has a bigger following among femslash fans.

On AO3, Genyalina is the second most written ship for Genya and the fifth most written for Alina.

The ship is one of the most popular ships for both characters on Twitter. It has many dedicated fans who run separate accounts for them. Some examples of these are @genyalinaz, the admin of the Genyalina Thinker, and daisysvalkyrie, the admin of the Genyalina Quote Bot.

Fandom
FAN FICTION

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TWITTER
 * @genyalinabot on Twitter
 * @genyalinabot on Twitter