Genshin Impact Arlecchino: Why matricide? The Mysterious Bloodline of Knave of Fatui

In the world of the Genshin Impact, there are always characters with mysterious identities and stories. This is true of the characters in Fatui. Today, let's follow the story of Arlecchino, the fourth of the Eleven Fatui Harbingers, in this article.

As night falls, the lights of the Mansion are dimmed, and the children sit around the fireplace, whispering to each other. The "Father" they spoke of was Arlecchino, the head of the House of the Hearth and the Fourth of the Fatui harbingers. She stood in the children's hearts like a towering mountain, both as their haven and their guiding light.

Ms. Arlecchino has adopted orphans from all over the world, and Hotel Bouffes d'ete is just one of her many "Homes". For these children, "Father" is not just a name, but an emotional attachment. With the warmth of a loving mother, she has turned this place into a real home for the children, full of love and warmth.

But you know what? This "Father" once kill her own mother, but no one blamed her.

The former owner of the House of the Hearth, the former "Knave" Crucabena, is honored by the children as "Mother", and she takes care of her family with a smile and a gentle manner. She tells wonderful stories to the children, but behind these stories lies a brutal truth. She guides her family to kill each other just to choose the strongest "King". In her eyes, the countless sacrifices are just part of the experiment, and she has never seen this place as her true home.

Formerly known as Peruere, Arlecchino was a war orphan adopted by her former, "Knave" Crucabena. She was somber, precocious, cold, and sober, and became friends with Clervie as she saw through Crucabena's lies. Once favored by "Mother", she became known as"Matricide" with a decisive stab. She never explained, letting the rumors fly like dust in the wind. Become the new "King" of the House of the Hearth and slay Crucabena in the dueling arena.

At the site of matricide, a tombstone stands silently, inscribed with a eulogy carved by her own hand, as if to symbolize the end of one era and the beginning of another. Arlecchino, the woman whose life was a mystery, claimed to be a Fontainian but possessed the ability to wield a strange fire. Her family views this as both a curiosity and a deep-rooted curse. When she loses control, the fire eat away at her body, leaving blackened marks as if to speak of her inner pain and struggle.

Now, the arrival of "Father" Arlecchino brings new hope and vitality to the House of the Hearth. She leads the children into the future with her motherly warmth and strong faith. Under her shelter, the children will learn how to manage their emotions, recognize themselves, and become stronger, more independent people. And Hotel Bouffes d'ete will continue to be their cozy home, witnessing every moment of their growth.

Join the Fatui

Arlecchino was arrested and imprisoned for matricide (the Fatui Harbinger) but was later pardoned to become the new Harbinger "Knave" and reorganize the House of the Hearth. She rejected most of the cooperation proposals, keeping only the "Bottled Flames" experiment to erase people's memories. As a diplomat or an assassin, she specializes in finding her opponents' cracks in a crowd while skillfully hiding her true colors.

When she meets with the Tsaritsa and receives the Delusion and the name "Arlecchino", the young "Knave" is summoned alone by "The Jester". Though "The Jester" promises to answer her five questions, Arlecchino remains wary and demands direct and honest answers. She asks why she was chosen, and why she accepts the idea that "The naive will die for their ideals, but we are willing to endure even the meanest existence to accomplish our goals".

In the third question, she asks about the crimson moon and its power that recurs in her dreams. "The Jester" mentions the ancient underground kingdom of "Eclipse" and its former "Crimson Moon", which she served, and suggests that she read "Hierobranto Innamorato" to uncover its secrets. On the fifth question, she is concerned about the future of the rest of the House of the Hearth, and "The Jester" assures Tsaritsa that she will grant everyone's wishes.

In the end, "The Jester" reminds her that, "Rather than dwelling on how the world is now, you should consider to where it should go." Arlecchino leaves behind the sound of her footsteps fading away as she departs, as if to speak of her future journey and unknown destiny.

Anyone who dealt with "The Knave" could feel the invisible oppression emanating from her. Her eyes were as sharp as eagles, as if she could see into people's hearts. She acts decisively, cleaning up everything with a smile and even cleaning up the scene without leaving a trace. However, it was her unknown that was the most frightening, and even the children who spent time with her knew very little about her.

Arlecchino's Mysterious Power

Arlecchino's power stems from multiple sources. The Balemoon Bloodfire burns within her, the noble blood serving as both curse and blessing - this was her first support. However, she did not succumb to it. Instead, she chose to face her fate and draw strength from it.

Tsaritsa's forgiveness, moreover, breathed new life into Arlecchino. She granted Arlecchino the Delusion, a symbol of courage and loyalty to her, and an opportunity to gain power for the third time. Arlecchino once existed under the name of Peruere, and she was deeply entangled with Clervie. Although her plan to assassinate "Mother" was unsuccessful, Peruere did not give up. She chose to go it alone, constantly sharpening her strength, and eventually obtained the Vision in the test of fate.

This Vision was of great significance to Arlecchino. It was not only a symbol of power, but also her belief and determination to defy fate and control the future. As the Fatui Harbinger, she treasured this Vision as much as she treasured her own life. She believed that as long as she had strong beliefs and unremitting efforts, she would be able to overcome fate and create her own splendor.

She had a premonition that if the flames touched her heart, her fate would change forever. And the residual shadows left by those flames were sometimes fragments of memories, sometimes splashes of color, and the voices of the victims echoed in her dreams from time to time. Occasionally, however, the remnants would form into sentient individuals that would bring her a moment of peace. She recognized them, but never called out their names.

Warm Home

The Hotel Bouffes d'ete in Vasari Passage is a jewel set amidst the bustle of the city. It is a beautiful and clean place, often frequented by elegant children with laughter. However, unlike the bustle of other public hotels, its owner is not well known, and the actual master of the house is even more mysterious.

Every August, the children prepare elaborate birthday gifts for her and she always responds with the same smile. Last year, Freminet was frightened by a gecko, which Lynette quickly caught and placed in a bowl. Adolescents begin to love beauty and wear jewelry secretly. "Father" doesn't interfere with this, but he intervenes to teach the children when they reveal their whereabouts due to their jewelry.

Arlecchino catches the girl's attention with a beautiful handbag, returns the necklace and gives her expensive jewelry to wear. She tells the girl that all people love beauty, but vanity is a poison. The girl apologizes in fear and tries to take off the jewelry. Yet "Father" calmly lets her wear it, teaching her to understand the power of her emotions and to become a master rather than a slave to them. This is a new course at the House of the Hearth - Emotion Management and Self-Awareness.

The House of the Hearth uses many codewords to maintain operational security and secrecy, and of these, "Marelle" was personally selected by "The Knave" herself. "Marelle" takes its meaning from a popular Fontainian children's game, symbolizing carefree relaxation and playfulness. But in the dark history of the House of the Fireplace, "Marelle" was synonymous with brutal training, where every mistake could bring the punishment of the blade, as chilling as a shadow.

With time passes, and with her unique wisdom and compassion, Arlecchino reinterprets the meaning of 'Marelle'. She brushes away the haze of the past and gives the word a renewed glow of ease and hope. She hopes that children will grow up in a carefree environment and have a broader and brighter future.

After reading this article about Arlecchino's backstory, will you like Arlecchino? She used her bad past as motivation to raise her children and educate them in the best way possible. She is not only the mysterious "Knave" but also the "Father" of the House of the Hearth.