ScaraLumi

Scaralumi is the het ship between Scaramouche and Lumine from the Genshin Impact fandom.

Unreconciled Stars
Scaramouche and Lumine meet for the first time during the limited time event story, Unreconciled Stars Act II "The Crisis Deepens", where Scaramouche claims to be a vagrant from Inazuma. Upon meeting him, Lumine seems intrigued by his unique clothing choices, and Scaramouche expresses interest in her identity as the Honorary Knight of the Knights of Favonius. Scaramouche has a curious and pleasant demeanor as the group speak briefly about the strange meteorites. He departs when he realizes the Millelith are approaching.

The next time he returns to speak with Lumine, Mona realizes the danger and teleports herself, as well as the rest of the group, including Lumine, away from him. It is then that Scaramouche's true identity is revealed: The Sixth of the Eleven Fatui Harbingers, The Balladeer. His true intention was to strike down Lumine and expresses disappointment at being stopped after coming so close to his goal. The pleasant personality from earlier is also revealed to be a farce, as he is shown to be cruel to his subordinates.

Later, Scaramouche and Lumine meet once again on Musk Reef, where he has just pulled himself out of the dream caused by touching a meteorite. He proclaims that his "research is finished" causing Lumine to go on guard, and he tells her to relax as he's done playing for today, and will come for her when he's ready. Eventually, Scaramouche departs with an impudent farewell.

Delusion Factory
In Archon Quest Chapter II: Act III - Omnipresence Over Mortals, Lumine's friend Teppei is killed by the aftereffects of using a Delusion. This causes her to become angry at the Fatui who orchestrated this outcome, and in a search for revenge decides to destroy the Delusion factory.

In the factory, Lumine discovers it was Scaramouche helping the manufacturing of Delusions. Scaramouche remarks how she looks like she wants him dead. He claims to only be following orders, and taunts her by telling her to go find the real mastermind. He also says how she's getting worked up over nothing, and questions her strength, remarking how she's changed and grown weak. Scaramouche expresses no respect for human life, and no regret for cutting lives short through the distribution of Delusions. All this together enrages Lumine.

When Scaramouche mocks Teppei and the soldiers as a whole, calling them weak, Lumine shoots back her own angry remarks and finally moves forward to approach him when she is suddenly affected by the domain and starts to collapse. Scaramouche laughs upon seeing this, telling her to embrace the anger, and that the factory feeds on her anger. He starts slowly walking closer to her. Right before she blacks out, Lumine sees Yae Miko approach Scaramouche.

At the end of this Inazuma Archon Quest Act, Lumine learns from Yae Miko that in order to save her from Scaramouche, Yae Miko handed over Ei's Electro Gnosis. Lumine also learns from her that Scaramouche is a prototype for the Shogun puppet, and how Ei's original plan was to discard him, but chose to seal his power and release him into the world instead. He wandered the world for some time, and eventually joined the Fatui.

The First Connection to Consciousness
In Archon Quest Chapter III: Act III - Dreams, Emptiness, Deception, Lumine runs into Haypasia, who has appeared to have maintained a connection with the divine. When Lumine connects to Haypasia's consciousness, she discovers to her horror that the divine figure Haypasia has contacted is actually Scaramouche.

During this connection, Lumine learns about Scaramouche's past. He was betrayed three times by those close to him: his mother, his friend, and his hope for the future. After these betrayals, Scaramouche learned to loathe gods and to not trust humans. He denounced his past and named himself Kunikuzushi (meaning country destroyer in Japanese), swearing to scrub himself of emotion and become a blank slate to eventually hold the Gnosis he now possesses. In the end, Scaramouche threatens to take over Sumeru.

After exiting Pardis Dhyai, Nahida who is inhabiting Katheryne's body becomes injured, and transports her consciousness into Lumine's body. When this happens, Lumine briefly inhabits Nahida's body and sees the creation of Shouki no Kami, Scaramouche's god form.

The Second Connection to Consciousness
In Archon Quest Chapter III: Act V - Akasha Pulses, the Kalpa Flame Rises, Lumine comes across Haypasia once again, who is sleeping in Pardis Dhyai. She touches Haypasia to make sure she is okay, and this physical contact establishes a connection with Scaramouche. He appears with a nonphysical form, taunting Lumine who is shocked to see him and is instantly on guard. Paimon is not able to see Scaramouche, so this is a conversation between him and Lumine alone. Scaramouche remarks how he's missed the abject horror that appears on her face every time they meet, and says he can hear all her thoughts. He says that he sensed Lumine's touch, and decided to enter Haypasia's consciousness at that very moment. When Lumine asks why, he says it's "to observe [her] on a fool's errand." Scaramouche tells her that even if she manages to rescue Nahida, she won't be able to defeat him. Lumine is shocked that the creation of a new god happened quicker than she thought.

Lumine then asks Scaramouche why he is acting more friendly than usual to her, to which he responds that it's because he is in a good mood. She asks if he is truly okay with all this, and that the plan is very risky. She says that even if he manages to fully become a god, he might not fully remain himself, and asks if he'd still want to become a god if it meant losing himself. In response, Scaramouche says that her words almost make her seem like a friend who actually cares, but that she is wrong because he was born to be a god. He says that his past memories and feelings are senseless drivel that should have been erased long ago. He then asks Lumine what this world has done for her to protect it with such conviction, and she responds saying he wouldn't understand. Scaramouche advises her to let go of her misguided guardian complex, and that she does not know the truth. He says it would be better for her and others, as humans can only find bliss in ignorance.

Scaramouche expresses to Lumine how Haypasia is useful as his first follower, and that eventually he will reach the throne of divinity. Lumine responds with doubt, which he notices, but then brushes off, saying she will eventually understand what kind of authority she is challenging. Lumine attempts to cause conflict by telling Scaramouche that Dottore is trying to harm his first follower. To this, Scaramouche tells her she is not good at sowing discord, and that a few words won't convince him to destroy Dottore.

Scaramouche says that he is willing to give Lumine a gift, telling her she is honored to be able to speak to him like this and that she will be rewarded. He says that both good and bad things can be considered gifts, and that gods have never needed to be reasonable. With this, he disappears, using the Gnosis to change the weather to thunder.

Battling Shouki no Kami
In Archon Quest Chapter III: Act V - Akasha Pulses, the Kalpa Flame Rises, Lumine approaches Scaramouche in his Shouki no Kami form. When he spews cruel words at Paimon for interrupting his conversation with Nahida, Lumine remarks how he is still the same Balladeer they know. Scaramouche then proposes a fight, to which Lumine steps up and battles with his divine form. She attempts to remove the Electro Gnosis from him, but is pushed back and then hit into the ground by Scaramouche. He then picks up Nahida and attempts to take her Dendro Gnosis from her, but Nahida reveals that they are actually in the 168th samsara cycle. Lumine absorbs the knowledge from the past 168 times she has battled Scaramouche, as well as the wisdom from every Sumeru citizen, and uses this to fight him again. He attempts to defeat her, but she is able to evade his attack, serving only to make him angrier.

In the end, Lumine is able to defeat Scaramouche and Nahida confiscates the Electro Gnosis from him. He falls out of Shouki no Kami, landing on the ground as Lumine watches.

Interlude Quest
In Archon Quest Interlude Chapter: Act III - Inversion of Genesis, Lumine comes across two people who are talking about the events of Tatarasuna 400 years ago, and they mention a mysterious kabukimono who was apparently not a human but a puppet. Lumine realizes this must have been Scaramouche. When talking with Paimon, they see Scaramouche, who is supposed to be locked up, walking through the streets of Sumeru. In response to this, they visit Nahida and see him there. Nahida explains that Scaramouche is doing some investigation for her. He asks Lumine if killing him is the only thing she can think about. Paimon responds that Nahida said he still has some mysteries left, and Scaramouche replies by asking Lumine if she would finish the job and kill him if it were up to her, and remarks that if so, he was wrong in thinking she might have been getting cold feet. Lumine does not have a response to this.

When Lumine learns Scaramouche is no longer a Harbinger following his recent losses, she bluntly remarks how Dottore tossed him out like trash. Scaramouche talks about how most human relationships are transactional, and how as long as one has value, they will not be abandoned. He then admits that after the recent events, he is not quite what he used to be, to which Lumine does not show sympathy, sardonically saying what a crying shame it is.

Nahida proposes that Scaramouche join forces with them, and decides to do a test run in order to see how well they all manage to cooperate. Lumine sees him as untrustworthy, but ends up agreeing to accompany him inside Irminsul.

After being transported to Irminsul, Scaramouche snarkily comments on how quickly Lumine has caught up with him, and Lumine in response tells him that she's here to babysit him upon Nahida's request. He says how he understands that prisoners get harassed by guards, but he's on temporary release, and thus they should back off a little. They propose a truce while they are in Irminsul to work together. Scaramouche says that he'll be in the front, and that Lumine should keep her pretty eyes open and try not to fall behind. At the snarky remarks, Lumine tells him to stop and to focus on his job. They stick close together during their brief travels inside Irminsul. During this process, Lumine notes how Scaramouche does not put up resistance, acting quite obediently, and is good at working on the front line. She wonders if this is the type of role he had in the Fatui, and thinks about how he is a strange individual.

When Scaramouche connects to the center of Irminsul, Lumine has a telepathic conversation with Nahida and Paimon, excluding Scaramouche. He realizes this and is upset, saying how it must be a riveting conversation they are having, and that the best ones always happen when he is not involved. He also realizes that he is the subject of said conversation. Lumine in response tells him that they have every right to keep certain things confidential. Scaramouche agrees, saying how they can't have their prisoner knowing too much.

Scaramouche mentions that Lumine and her twin Aether came from outside this world, and when asked how he knows this, says how it would be more odd if he did not know, considering Lumine is world famous and that they have met before. Lumine expresses surprise that his attitude is better than she expected, and Scaramouche says that he can manage keeping the peace right now so as to not cause more misery for himself.

From Irminsul, Scaramouche learns that his friend Niwa, whom he believed had betrayed him, was actually loyal to him in the end. Instead, it was Dottore who crafted this betrayal. Lumine gives him some space to process the complex emotions this causes him. After listening to Nahida explain the situation, Lumine understands how this specific perceived betrayal was his reasoning for exalting revenge on the Raiden Gokaden, and that being betrayed by a close friend must cause great resentment. Along with this, however, she also remarks how this does not mean vengeance was the correct answer.

Lumine finally checks on Scaramouche, who wears a dangerous expression, and he asks if she’s worried about him. He says that if they did not have the history they did, he’d almost think it qualifies him to be her friend. Lumine does not react to this beyond making sure this setback will not affect the plan.

Scaramouche does not find any information on Descenders in Irminsul, but he offers Lumine information of his own regarding her brother. He says she is free to decide whether to believe him, but that he would not lie about something like this.

After confirming the mission is completed, Scaramouche decides to take some time for himself contrary to the original plan, forming a shield around himself, Lumine, and Paimon. He asks Lumine to answer a question for him in return for him giving her a secret of his own. Scaramouche takes her hand in his to establish a telepathic connection. She is suspicious of his motives, asking if he is trying to brainwash her, but he denies this, saying he does not have the power to do more than talk with her. Using this connection, Scaramouche asks Lumine if there is a way to change the past in this world, and though she does not respond, her shock at the question coupled with her hesitation to answer tells him there is. Lumine is unable to do anything as Scaramouche erases his existence from Irminsul, stating that those who died in Tatarasuna because of him deserve another chance at life.

After the effects of Scaramouche’s stunt have manifested, the world has forgotten about Scaramouche's existence, with the sole exception being Lumine who still remembers everything. She travels around Inazuma and discovers that although Scaramouche attempted to remove himself to save those unjustly killed, his actions were for nothing as the people he tried to save still died, just in different ways. She visits Nahida and tells her what she remembers. When asked what kind of person Scaramouche is, Lumine finds it hard to answer as she was enemies with him, and as a result doesn’t know his perspective or reasoning on the matter.

Later, Lumine goes to the Grand Bazaar to clear her head. She remembers Greater Lord Rukkhadevata saying no one can fully erase themselves from existence, not even her. Just as she is starting to wonder what happened to Scaramouche, she sees him at a fruit stand though he seems different. His clothing has changed, and he is no longer snarky and rude but rather sincere and kind.

Lumine follows as he leaves the city to find new sunsettias, and remarks internally that if she wasn’t seeing this with her own eyes, she wouldn’t believe it. He asks Lumine if she needs something from him, as she has been following him from the city. She replies that she knows him even if he has no recollection, and backs this claim up by saying she knows that he is a puppet. She takes him to visit Nahida, who asks why he refers to himself as a wanderer, to which he replies that it sounds like a plant without roots, which is relevant to him. When Wanderer asks what he was like in his “past incarnation” as Nahida calls it, everyone struggles to respond, causing him to realize he was not the best person before, but still asks to be told the truth as truth is important to him.

Throughout this time, Lumine listens intently and does not act in a hostile manner towards Wanderer. She tells him that they were enemies before, and when he asks why she is helping him in that case, she does not have a response. Lumine supervises Wanderer as he delves into the physical memories themselves. He is apologetic that she has to tag along, but is also determined to face his past. Later, when Wanderer reclaims all his memories, Shouki no Kami reappears as he is still struggling to comprehend what he has received, and Lumine steps up to defend Wanderer from being struck by its blow. Not long after, Lumine is about to be hit by another attack when Wanderer returns the action and defends Lumine from the blow, receiving an Anemo vision momentarily after.

Once Shouki no Kami disappears, Lumine tells him that his past will catch up to him, and Wanderer replies by saying she sounds like she’s concerned about him, but thanks her for helping him see the truth. Back in the Sanctuary of Surasthana, Wanderer mentions how utility to others is what gives him worth, and when Lumine replies by saying Nahida doesn’t see him like that, he comments on how Lumine is a good guy who is into justice, but he has a different perspective. He then asks Lumine why she went to Inazuma after he wiped himself from Irminsul, and she says it was to see what he changed. After hearing this, he decides he is in debt to her, as she has done him a favor, and he will do everything he can to pay it back. Lumine says in response that she did not do all this for a reward, but he insists that equal transactions are the only nature of relationships, and that he’ll balance the books one day. Lumine remarks how she hopes Wanderer will give Nahida a chance in having him live a new life and moving on, genuine in wanting to see him grow. Wanderer ends up agreeing to listen to Nahida, and vows to help them from behind the scenes. Wanderer also expresses how he should change his name, and allows Lumine to pick one for him, accepting what she gives him. Before he leaves, Wanderer asks Lumine to tell the truth to any remaining Raiden Gokaden descendants, claiming they deserve to know the truth, even if it means they will try to attack him. Lumine agrees, and he says that he likes her no nonsense attitude.

A Parade of Providence
During the limited time event, A Parade of Providence Act I "Comings and Goings", Wanderer is revealed to be representing Vahumana as “Hat Guy” in the Akademiya Extravaganza and Interdarshan Championship event. Lumine is confused why he is participating as he does not seem the type to participate in things like this. When she asks him, he comments on how nosy they are, and asks if they will annoy him to death if he doesn’t reply. He does end up providing an answer, revealing it was ultimately Nahida who made him sign up for the event. Then he tells her to talk with the other contestants instead of him. He says that someone is about to get very unlucky, and asks her to guess who. Lumine has an unimpressed look on her face after this.

When Lumine is speaking with Layla, Wanderer appears and joins the conversation, tersely saying how it doesn’t appear like Layla has the resolve to win, and when Layla asks if she said something wrong, Lumine does not respond in a manner that is angry with Wanderer, rather just calmly explaining how it wasn’t Layla’s fault.

When Lumine finds Tighnari in the desert, dehydrated and tired, Wanderer remarks how humans are weak creatures who can’t survive extreme temperature changes. Lumine does not like this and challenges him, but he ends up handing over a container of water.

Wanderer’s Birthday Mail
On January 3rd 2023 Wanderer gave Lumine a Shimi Chazuke (his specialty dish) along with 3 Delicious Candied Ajilenakh Nut and 3 Delicious Baklava. In the letter, he tells her how Nahida kept asking him to visit the Akademiya, and when he wildered in the wilderness instead, she found him and told him that it can be very painful to be alone all the time, and suggested he saw Lumine and brought her something on his birthday. He then remarks how absurd it is to give someone else a present on his own birthday, and says how Nahida might be trying to make his life more fulfilling, but she doesn’t consider what it is like for others to meet him. The letter ends with Wanderer saying how he got dragged into a cooking interest group, and that he is giving the food to Lumine as it is not to his taste. He says she can eat it if she likes, or throw them away if she doesn’t, and that he doesn’t care what she does with them.

Quotes
"It’s my job to lead the way and get rid of any obstacles in our path. All you have to do is keep your pretty eyes open and try not to fall behind."

- Scaramouche to Lumine, Inversion of Genesis

"Really? What a crying shame."

- Lumine to Scaramouche, Inversion of Genesis

"What, can't fall asleep with me around? Hehe."

- Wanderer to Lumine, Character Voice-Overs

"You want to use my hat as an umbrella? Hmph, the audacity to even make that request..."

- Wanderer to Lumine, Character Voice-Overs

"Anyway, it's probably a good thing that you have a mean streak. I don't think I could stand to be around you if you were completely incorruptible."

- Wanderer to Lumine, Serenitea Pot Voiceline at Friendship Level 7

Fanon
Scaralumi is a ship that has existed since Scaramouche’s initial introduction in the Unreconciled Stars event. The ship gained much more popularity during the release of the Sumeru Archon Quest and Interlude Quest in late 2022 and early 2023. This was because Scaramouche played a titular role in these quests, and had several more moments with Lumine that could be read as romantic.

A popular appeal of the ship is the enemies to lovers dynamic, as Lumine expresses dislike for Scaramouche at multiple instances, yet in other moments, especially later on in the story, seems more level-headed and kind with him. Another appeal of the ship is the contrasting yet sometimes matching color palettes, with both Lumine and Wanderer’s palettes containing blue and white, yet their hair and eye colors are very different. The Scaramouche outfit contrasts with Lumine’s own, given his dark colors against Lumine’s mostly white dress.

When Scaramouche wiped himself from Irminsul, the only one who was left with the memories of who he was is Lumine. Shippers often view this as creating a special bond between the two, and the duo also serve as record-keepers for the events that happened prior.

When Wanderer regains his memories, he requests Lumine to offer him a new name. Many shippers view this as an especially sacred gift for him, given his past struggles grappling with the idea of not being named by his creator.

As there are multiple “versions” of Scaramouche and Lumine. For Scaramouche, the versions include the following: Kabukimono (prior to his third betrayal), Scaramouche (prior to the Sumeru Interlude Quest), Amnesiac Wanderer (during the Sumeru Interlude quest, before regaining his memories), and Wanderer (after the Sumeru Interlude Quest). For Lumine, the versions include the following: Lumine or Traveler (as the main character of the story) and Abyss Lumine (as the Abyss Princess). Shippers often mix and match these versions within the ship. Some include: Scaramouche/Lumine, Wanderer/Lumine, Abyss Lumine/Kabukimono, and Abyss Lumine/Scaramouche.

Shippers also often use the name Kunikuzushi for Scaramouche, as it is a name he gave himself in canon.

There are currently 600+ Scaralumi shipping fanworks on AO3.

Fandom
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Scaramouche/Lumine tag on AO3

TUMBLR

Scaralumi posts on Tumblr

Trivia

 * Common symbols used to describe this ship are: ☂️✨


 * Variations include: ☔️✨, “🌂✨, and 🌀✨