Jean Gunnhildr

Backstory 1

As the Acting Grand Master of the Knights, Jean has always been devoted to her duties and maintaining peace in Mondstadt. She had taken precautions long before the onset of Stormterror's assault, and she will guard Mondstadt with her life as always. The righteous and rigorous Dandelion Knight, and Acting Grand Master of Mondstadt's Knights of Favonius. As the acting Grand Master for the Knights, Jean takes all of her responsibilities and duties associated with the role seriously, regardless of how minor the tasks may seem, such as finding a lost cat. Due to this, Jean often exhausts herself trying to complete commissions from the locals, much to the concern of her fellow members. Her devotion to her duties stems from two reasons; her upbringing as a child, and Varka's teachings. Even though he consistently takes his duties lightly, his relaxed and unruly personality has contributed to her growth. She shows no resentment towards his attitude, instead vowing to ensure that the city will be more prosperous and welcoming when he returns. Her work ethic makes her well-liked by both Mondstadt's citizens, her fellow members, and is noted by other organizations. Although she prefers using peaceful methods to solve problems, she will not hesitate to use force if necessary. She has a habit of calling Diluc her senior, even well after he left the Knights. Despite this, she acknowledges that they both share the same vision of protecting Mondstadt. She sees Vennessa as a role model because of her exploits and how she left an impressive legacy behind and works tirelessly to maintain her legacy and Mondstadt's safety. Whenever she feels troubled or confused, she often heads to the Great Tree in Windrise.

Backstory 2

The Knights of Favonius are the protectors of Mondstadt, the swords and shields of the city. In addition to keeping the city and the surrounding travel routes safe from the threat of wild monsters, the Knights' most important responsibility is maintaining order among Mondstadt's inhabitants. Mondstadt is the City of Freedom, but unchecked freedom without any kind of rules only invites chaos and anxiety. Jean's understanding of this is the reason she remains diligent at all times, holding herself to impeccable standards. However, she often finds that she exhausts her monthly quota of coffee within the first few days of the month as a result.

Backstory 3

The Gunnhildr Clan is the oldest family of knights in Mondstadt, dating back to even before the very first epic was written. However, this long and proud lineage can also be a burden. Jean was raised by her mother to be the successor to the Gunnhildr Clan. She was trained in all the things a knight must know and all the qualities they must exhibit, from discipline, etiquette and conduct, to knowledge of history and ballads, as well as maintaining peak swordsmanship and physical fitness. Only by upholding this standard can Jean carry the mantle of the Gunnhildr Clan, whose motto is: "For Mondstadt, as always." Some time ago, there was a joke commonly told in Mondstadt's taverns: A Gunnhildr learns to say "For Mondstadt, as always" before learning to say "Mommy." As a child, Jean once lifted her head up from the book she was reading, "Breeze Amidst the Forest - Ballad Selection," and saw the other children her age happily playing with pinwheels outside the window. The young Jean knew in that moment what her family motto meant to her. Now, when she lifts her head up from her piles of paperwork and sees the next generation of children doing the same thing, Acting Grand Master Jean has no regrets about her years of service to that motto. "You have to give your all to do the right thing. Always."

Backstory 4

"Master Jean is so reliable." "If you ever run into trouble, seek Jean. She'll know what to do." The denizens of Mondstadt, civilians and knights alike, all rely on Jean. If someone needs help for the right reasons, Jean does not hesitate to render assistance. Be it a quarrel down at the market, a relationship issue... No matter how unrelated it may be to a knight's job... Jean gladly lends a hand whenever she can. "The chance to help someone in need is reason enough for a knight." To her, her knightly duty takes priority over her role as Acting Grand Master. She believes helping others herself is the best way to assist. She holds her fellow knights to the same standard. Lisa the Librarian once suggested that Jean take a break and "enjoy some afternoon tea, as is befitting of a lady." However, to Jean, doing that which is befitting of a knight takes priority over doing that which is befitting of a lady. "Jean is so reliable." Such is the reputation Jean enjoys in Mondstadt. Her only gripe is that there are not enough hours in the day. She could never help all of those in need, even by forgoing sleep. The dedication and commitment required to become someone so reliable is unimaginable.

Backstory 5

Given everything Jean has brought to her role as Acting Grand Master, people sometimes forget that there is, in fact, a Grand Master who is her superior. This does not bother her in any way, though. Her role and title within the Knights of Favonius do not affect her work ethic in the slightest. Her passion, honesty, and meticulousness come from two things. One is her education and training, which instilled in her a chivalrous spirit from a young age. The other is the devoted teachings of Varka, the free-spirited Knight of Boreas and Grand Master of the Knights of Favonius, currently dispatched on a crusade. The effect the relaxed and unruly Knight of Boreas Varka has had on Jean's growth has been great. "Grand Master, please take your job seriously. All of Mondstadt looks up to you." "Well, you are my second-in-command, so helping me out is part of your job description. This way, I can focus on the really important things, wouldn't you agree?" "..." He is the knight of new frontiers and legendary conquests, while she is the knight of maintaining peace and freedom. Jean does not resent Varka; perhaps there is wisdom in his conduct. However, what Varka leaves undone falls on her shoulders, and it is then down to her to do the right thing. Half a year ago, Varka led the elite knights of Favonius on yet another expedition away from Mondstadt. An expedition — how typical of Varka's character. "I'll leave things here to you. I mean, you've basically been doing my job for years now, anyway." "Leave it to me, Grand Master." After seeing the Grand Master off, Jean sat by the window and thought to herself: Upon your return, I will show you a kinder, more prosperous, and more peaceful Mondstadt.

Backstory 5

The great tree at Windrise is where the first Dandelion Knight came to the end of her journey. She was Vennessa, the founder of the Knights of Favonius and the restorer of Mondstadt. She bade farewell to the city she had vowed to protect, leaving behind her legend and a single sapling. After centuries of basking in the bliss of the thousand winds, this sapling grew into a towering tree. Jean was conferred the title of "Dandelion Knight" at the age of fifteen. The Dandelion Knight is also known as Lionfang Knight. Passed down through generations of knights, the title is bestowed upon only the most distinguished. On the day she received the title, Jean excused herself from the celebrations that followed the conferment ceremony. As if following in the footsteps of her childhood hero, she went and stood before the great tree. The title of Dandelion Knight symbolizes Vennessa's legacy of resistance and benevolence. So how, Jean thought, could one such as herself be worthy of this honorable title? More than a millennium had passed since Mondstadt's restoration. Did she really have what it would take to continue to protect this ancient and proud land of freedom? Beneath her outwardly mature visage lay the heart of a young girl, who had only just received the title and remained wholly unprepared for the task that lay before her. The wind blew from far away, and she felt it flow within her as it gently whisked away her doubts and worries, leaving her with an unwavering determination: For Mondstadt, as always. To become a warrior as kind and as determined as Vennessa, and to fight for her people and for freedom... Yes, this was the true meaning of her simple family motto. To this day, whenever Jean feels weary or feels herself beginning to waver, she comes and stands before this tree and lets the wind console her once more. It carries away her fatigue, so that she may once more have the strength to carry on. The great tree at Windrise marked the end of the first Lionfang Knight's journey. So too does it symbolize the beginning of Jean's Journey.

Appearance

Jean is tall. Her body is slender and not too muscular, although her physical strength cannot be underestimated just because of that. She has blond hair that she wears in a pony tail and light blue eyes like the faint colour of a vibrant blue river.

Personality

Jean is Caring and loyal, she has a strong sense of what is right and wrong. she has an unmatched sense of duty and can always be relied upon to keep her word. Responsible and analytical, she approaches life from a practical perspective and is skilled at reading a room and knowing unspoken social boundaries. Jean is a sociable introvert. She needs time to herself but people are the main focus of her life. Caring and thoughtful, she carefully considers how her actions impact others. She values meaningful connections and she is deeply loyal. Despite being reserved in some ways, she isn’t afraid to stand up for underdogs if she feels that they need support.

Title

Dandelion Knight

Preferred weapon

Swords

Secret

She is a romanticist and secretly yearns for the kind of romance described in fairy tale stories.