Kavelou

Kavelou is the het ship between Kaveh and Nilou from the Genshin Impact fandom.

Canon
Kaveh is an architect; Nilou is a dancer. Kaveh works for the academia while Nilou dances. Before the events of "Akasha Pulses, the Kalpa Flame Rises", dnacing and the arts were not allowed in Sumeru, for it would disrupt Greater Lord Rukkhdavata's wishes. However, after the boss fight with Scaramouche, Nilou is allowed to dance freely again.

A Parade of Providence
Kaveh and Nilou first met during the 3.6 version flagship event "A Parade of Providence". Kaveh as a participant of the interdarshan championship, and Nilou was one of the commentators.

Nilou is shown to be worried about Kaveh's condition during the event. She has a strong reaction when Kaveh breaks the Diadem of Knowledge and attempts to console him alongside others.

"Kaveh..."

- Nilou

Voicelines
Kaveh and Nilou both speak highly about the other's work in their voicelines. Kaveh also mentions her great personality and states that he would like to attend her performance.

"Nilou's talent as a dancer is indisputable. Zubayr Theater really lucked out when they recruited her. I've heard that she has a great personality too — she always smiles and says encouraging things to her audience when she's performing. Once I can find some time, I'll have to catch one of her shows."

- Kaveh about Nilou

"I heard he was the one who built the magnificent Palace of Alcazarzaray. He must have had a wonderful time making such a masterpiece, like when I'm in the middle of dance practice. Just thinking about dancing for everyone gives me so much happiness and motivation."

- Nilou about Kaveh

Serenitea Teapot
Kaveh and Nilou both favor the outdoor teapot set "Of twirling dances unfettered". In the set's description, it is said to imitate the festive of Zubayr Theater perfectly. Nilou also calls the theater a "spitting image" and suggests to perform on the stage.

Kaveh mentions his love for theaters and says that they make him feel free and forget about problems.

Fanon
Fans notice their shared love and dedication to arts, Nilou being a dancer and Kaveh an architect. They share the same views on art and beauty, knowing its value.

The home and family motif is also one of the reasons fans love this ship. Kaveh and Nilou hvbe deep connections with their families, as they both grew up in loving homes. Kaveh lost his home after his father died and mother left, and Nilou found her found family in Zubayr theater. As they both share the ideal "family is not by blood", fans think they would be a great match for each other.

Fandom
FAN FICTION

Trivia

 * Nilou and Kaveh are usually played together in a team. Kaveh's unique talent allows him to heal from bloom damage, while Nilou's talent gives buffs to characters that are either dendro or hydro
 * In promotion video for "Summer with Genshin", Kaveh is watching Nilou's performance
 * Kaveh and Nilou appear in the official Genshin and GiGo collaboration together in new outfits