[ #ZayaCollabs #P’uumaLanaa ]

[ Lingering ]
[ ft. @starbladeknight.bsky.social's Ser Conaron Starblade ]
[ #ZayaPoses #ZayaCollabs #ZayaYuuno ]

[ Round Two: START!!! ]
[ ft. @frozennorth.bsky.social (and a mention of @thepanpixel.bsky.social's M'zikuh) ]
[ #ZayaPoses #ZayaCollabs #P'uumaLanaa ]

Some Time Earlier...

P'uuma Lanaa leans in to grab Ariana's jaw, pulling the viera woman's face downward as a playful grin forms on P'uuma's lips. The two women walk along Bloodshore's beach, each one wearing a striking and flattering bikini.

P'uuma Lanaa wraps herself around Ariana, who holds her in a lifted embrace as the two stare lovingly into one another's eyes under the setting sun of Eastern La Noscea.

On a bit of a Swimsuit P'uuma craze tonight, so...

here she is on a date with @alchemybun.bsky.social's gorgeous Ariana :D

[ #ZayaPoses #ZayaCollabs #P'uumaLanaa #MMAPL ]

Zaya Yuuno-Dalamiq, Chaland Leva, and Hinako Daigo sit at the pier of Costa del Sol, each one invested in the ongoing conversation between the three friends.

[ #ffxivsummerbash ]
[ ft. @chaland-leva.bsky.social and @rasenkaikyo.etheirys.social ]

[ #ZayaPoses #ZayaCollabs #ZayaYuuno ]

Ser Conaron Starblade: "You know, like... nyah." Zaya Yuuno-Dalamiq: "... pardon?" The first image depicts Zaya and Conaron walking through the Doman Enclave, locked in conversation. The second image zooms in, as Conaron brings a hand up in a cutesy manner while making a semi-felid face, much to Zaya's unamusement. Conaron: "Nyah~" Zaya: "Stop"

[ "Nyah" ]
[ ft. @starbladeknight.bsky.social ]

#ZayaPoses #ZayaCollabs #HellsiteEorzea

Zaya Yuuno-Dalamiq sits in a Knight Commander's Chair behind the desk of her home office, looking up from a paper in her hand as she speaks to the new arrival. "It is a pleasure to meet you, Miss Oroq. I am Zaya Yuuno-Dalamiq, Right Hand to Lord Hien Rijin and General of the Doman Defense Force. "However, as the Warrior of Light, you are free to call me as you will."

Rin smirks, thinking through the instructions provided her.

Rin: "... Mommy" Zaya: "No."

Rin slams her hands upon the desk, raising her voice as she begins to complain. "BUT YOU SAID I COULD CALL YOU ANYTHING."

[ Names ]
[ ft. @st4rd1ver.bsky.social's Rin Oroq ]

I mean, yes, she is a mother, but at the same time-

#ZayaPoses #ZayaCollabs #ZayaYuuno

A picture of Kyva O'Riain and Eaufriene de Dremieu beneath the autumn canopy of the Northern Shroud, the two lady knights brandishing their weapons and striking active poses, with Kyva aiming a bow over the lowered posture of Eaufriene, whose sword and shield protect the archer from assailants.

[ 🛡️ Sisters in Arms 🏹 ]
[ ft. @koboldlygoing.bsky.social's Eaufriene de Dremieu ]

With so many similarities between them, it comes as no surprise that Kyva and Eaufriene work so well together.

#ZayaPoses #ZayaCollabs #KyvaO'Riain

Kyva and Coeli O'Riain sit upon a couch within their home, with Kyva sitting in her wife's lap as she sketches their pet sparrow, Parsley.

[ Quality Time ] [ ft. @senyahtayuun.bsky.social's Coeli ]

Kyva doesn't have much beyond her duties to occupy her time, but she does enjoy wi(ldli)fe sketches.

Luckily, she has a perfect model close at hand.

#ZayaPoses #ZayaCollabs #KyvaO'Riain

A zoomed out shot of the Quicksand, showing numerous unconscious Brass Blades and other patrons surrounding P'uuma, who has adopted a casual stance with her hands upon her hips, glancing to her three companions with a smile, breaking the silence. "... So! How about some drinks? First round's on me!"

[ So Much For Girl's Night ] [ Aftermath ]

#ZayaPoses #ZayaCollabs #P'uumaLanaa

P'uuma Laana holds a lalafellin Brass Blade aloft by their collar, speaking comfortably as she rears back her fist. "See, the worst part of getting banned from the Bloodsands is that EVERY TIME I try to enjoy a night on the town, there's a fifty-fifty chance that I get jumped by about six members of the local guard for 'disrupting the peace.'"

P'uuma punches the Brass Blade she was holding, her fist (and the poor lalafell) blurring from the force of the impact.

P'uuma pulls her fist back, the lalafellin Brass Blade no longer on-screen as the miqo'te woman glances down smugly, resuming her commentary. "Like, Twelve forbid a girl enjoy her bar fight in peace, right?"

The camera pans to show (Left to Right) Conaron Starblade, Maritima Lionsteele, and Apollo Celeris, standing with a mix of shock, horror, and awe at P'uuma's brutal brawling method and surveying the field of unconscious bodies scattered across the Quicksand's floor.

[ So Much for Girl's Night ]
[ With @starbladeknight.bsky.social and @apolloceleris.bsky.social ]

...to be fair, there's only so many ways spending time with P'uuma can go.

#ZayaPoses #ZayaCollabs #P'uumaLanaa

Zaya Yuuno-Dalamiq stands triumphant above Yukina Kotokaze, her blade drawn and pointed at the inexperienced samurai. However, Zaya's words betray the antagonistic stance, speaking calmly and with kinder -- if strict -- words. "Stand, Lady Kotokaze. A guardian cannot hope to protect others while laying upon the earth."

[ A Guiding Hand ]
[ With Kotokaze Yukina (@st4rd1ver.bsky.social) ]

"An eager blade alone does not make a swordswoman. However, when honed by patience and tempered by expertise, she may yet grow to find her name spoken in legend."

#ZayaPoses #ZayaCollabs #ZayaYuuno

Zaya Yuuno-Dalamiq lowers herself into a ready stance with one hand upon the grip of her Katana, shadows crawling along her lower body as in front of her, Bell Tideweaver -- as a Dragoon -- raises her spear, stardiver rings forming in the air behind her as bahamut's wings manifest from her back, holding the Au Ra woman in the air as she aims a devastating blow at the grounded Samurai.

[ 💥 Brace for Impact ⚔️ ]

(With @dreadwyrmbell.etheirys.social)

#ZayaPoses #ZayaCollabs #ZayaYuuno

P’uuma Lanaa leans forward against the railing of a spectator’s box in the Bloodsands, hollering at the offscreen match alongside the rest of the visible, blurred crowd. Besides P’uuma, Ariana Paharo stands with crossed arms and a soft smile as her eyes focus not on the gladitorial combat, but instead on the Miqo’te woman she came with.

Sharing your passions with those you love is a natural thing to do. 🧡

So too is getting swept up in the passions of those closest to the heart. 🖤

(With @firrin.bsky.social’s Ariana!)
#ZayaPoses / #ZayaCollabs / #P’uumaLanaa / #MMAPL

Ships! Ships! Ships!

P'uuma and @firrin.bsky.social's Ariana!
Kyva and @senyahtayuun.bsky.social's Coeli!
and Kyva and @st4rd1ver.bsky.social's Carmen!

#ZayaPoses #ZayaCollabs #P'uumaLanaa #KyvaO'Riain #MMAPL

Griselda Majashir closes a wooden gate along the perimeter of an outdoor forge within the Doman Enclave's Yard, speaking to an Au Ra woman visible in the foreground, dressed in the garments of a blacksmith. Griselda Majashir: "Excuse me, miss, are you Zaya Dalamiq? I've been hoping to speak with you, and was told you'd be here."

The camera pulls back to show the Zaya Dalamiq's face as she reaches to pull a chunk of metal from a bed of smoldering coals. Gris, meanwhile, falls behind Zaya, who responds to the visitor's inquiry. Zaya Yuuno-Dalamiq: "I am Zaya Dalamiq, yes. But why might a hero such as the Beast of Thavnair require my aid? I suspect you do not intend to ask for a new blade."

Zaya lifts the heated bar of metal with a pair of tongs, moving from the smithing table as Gris follows behind. Griselda Majashir: "I wanted to ask you for advice. I heard you were adept at using Dynamis on the battlefield, like me, and I figured you might have suggestions in how to strengthen such an ability."

[ The Mythril Heart ] [ 1/5 ]
[ Thank you again, @harething.com, for letting me pose Gris ]

Though their wounds have been mended in the wake of the Final Days, Griselda Majashir travels to Doma to seek aid in regaining what strength remains lost.

#ZayaPoses #ZayaCollabs #ZayaYuuno

...So hot you could fry an egg.
[ With @starbladeknight.bsky.social's Ser Conaron Starblade! ]

#ZayaPoses #ZayaCollabs #ZayaYuuno

Zaya lowers the cup of tea from her lips, breaking the silence with careful words. "Lady Reol, much as I have enjoyed this spot of respite..."

The camera turns to show Kasha Reol, who appears taken aback by Zaya's unexpected words as the Au Ra continues. "... We ARE here on official business, so I suggest we do what it was we came for."

Kasha glances down toward the half-eaten biscuit in her hand, speaking in quiet resignation. "You are not wrong, Miss Yuuno. Though I am loathe to abandon such a fine treat, duty must come first."

The camera pans behind the two women, their gazes turning to address the three yokai that stand idly in the middle of the room, watching the pair in confused anticipation. Kasha continues to speak, regarding the new company, though not addressing them directly. "Besides, it would not do to leave the guests of honor in suspense."

... and, as a bonus, an idea which came to mind as I was posing this scene.

Perhaps this could evolve into a Demon Hunter AU?
(Once more with @chadhunkler.bsky.social's Lady Kasha Reol)

#ZayaPoses #ZayaCollabs #ZayaYuuno

Kasha Reol and Zaya Yuuno-Dalamiq sit at a rounded table within a heavily Eastern room, the two women sharing a small collection of biscuits and tea.

Kasha Reol and Zaya Yuuno-Dalamiq sit at a rounded table within a heavily Eastern room, the two women sharing a small collection of biscuits and tea. The camera sits just behind Zaya, who currently partakes of the tea, while Kasha delicately munches on one of the biscuits.

Kasha Reol and Zaya Yuuno-Dalamiq sit at a rounded table within a heavily Eastern room, the two women sharing a small collection of biscuits and tea. The camera sits just behind Kasha, who quietly munches on one of the provided biscuits, while Zaya partakes of the tea.

With the chaotic nature of life, one must cherish even the smallest moments of serenity. Tea with friends is no exception.
(With @chadhunkler.bsky.social's Lady Kasha!)

#ZayaPoses #ZayaCollabs #ZayaYuuno

Though the heat has yet to relent, at least Kyva need not suffer alone.
(With @st4rd1ver.bsky.social's Carmen Constance Cooke!)

#ZayaPoses #ZayaCollabs #KyvaO'Riain

Kyva O'Riain: "Strange... I've never heard of vampires glittering in the sunlight before." Kyva O'Riain tilts her head slightly, furrowing her brow as she reads an undefined book, commenting idly about the contents within. Next to her, Carmen Cooke clutches her face, her cheeks turning red with blush as the Hyuran arcanist comes to the realization of just which book they have given Kyva to read.

Kyva O'Riain: "Also, is it meant to be a romantic gesture that he admits to watching her sleep without her knowing? That alone is ample cause for arrest, even if it's an act of love, as he claims." Kyva's brow furrows as she continues questioning the story before her. To her left, Carmen Cooke crumples into a ball, her silent embarrassed screaming forming a wall of text in the air behind her.

Some lessons, like knowing which book you are lending to a new friend, must sometimes be learned the hard way.
(With @st4rd1ver.bsky.social's Carmen Constance Cooke!)

#ZayaPoses #ZayaCollabs #KyvaO'Riain

[ Making Up For Lost Time ]

Freed from her duties as Warrior of Light, Pieh Ratolkoh sought to fill some gaps in her knowledge at the Studium. Luckily, the Students of Baldesion had a skilled tutor on hand.

He didn't make it easy, however...

#ZayaPoses #ZayaCollabs #B'kettTia

The shadows fade from Zaya's eyes, and she focuses her gaze on Bell, who sits stunned in Zaya's arms. The dialogue reads, "Please, try to keep yourself calm. You are hurt, and moving around so much will hinder my abilities to get you to safety."

Zaya turns her gaze away, attempting to hide herself from the woman in her arms. A blush forms as Zaya finishes her brief lecture. The dialogue reads, "Besides, you are making it... hard for me to focus on the task at hand."

Bell looks downward, still partially stunned at her situation and Zaya's words. Zaya, meanwhile, keeps her gaze away, the two women flush with shared embarrassment as Bell responds. The dialogue reads, "O-oh... yes, I- I think, I think I can do that..."

The camera zooms out to show both Bell and Zaya, their faces bright red and gazes averted from one another. A system message sits at the bottom of the image, reading "Bell was not able to follow Zaya's request." With an addendum beneath reading "In fact, it made things worse."

[2/2]

#ZayaPoses #ZayaCollabs #ZayaYuuno

Zaya Yuuno walks along a dirt path to Namai in Yanxia, carrying Bell, a Raen Au Ra Summoner, in a princess carry.

The camera focuses on Bell, whose face is bright pink and partially covered by her hands, her mind racing with Gay(?) Panic over her current situation. The dialogue reads, "Oh no, oh no, this is bad. What if she notices? She wouldn't notice, right? It's not that obvious, right? But what if it is? What if she already knows? Is she just not saying anything? Why wouldn't she say anything? If she isn't, maybe she doesn't know? But how do I know for sure? Do I ask her? WHY WOULD I ASK HER? I CAN'T ASK HER, THAT'D BE LIKE JUST TELLING HER. NOW SHE HAS TO HAVE NOTICED, SO WHY ISN'T SHE SAYING ANYTHING???"

The camera zooms out to show Zaya, whose eyes are darkened by shadows, breaking the awkward silence between the two. The dialogue reads, "<sigh> ... Lady Bell ..."

Princess Carries are a truly dangerous thing... [1/2]
(With @dreadwyrmbell.bsky.social!)

#ZayaPoses #ZayaCollabs #ZayaYuuno

Juksie Emdi and Zaya Yuuno stand together, staring down the camera and activating their 'Provoke' abilities; Juksie performs vulgar gestures and spouting obscene insults while Zaya quietly menaces her opponent. Above them, the caption reads "Two Kinds of < Provoke >"

... well, whatever works.
(With @juksieemdi.bsky.social )

#ZayaPoses #ZayaCollabs #HellsiteEorzea #ZayaYuuno

They have incredible chemistry... like Sodium and Water.

#ZayaPoses #ZayaCollabs #P'uumaLanaa

Haserre Gilda -- a male Viera with long blue hair and dark, tattooed skin, stands among the dirtied alleyways of Ul'dah, leering and speaking toward P'uuma Lanaa, who stands in the foreground of the image. The dialogue reads, Haserre Gilda: "You are INCREDIBLY violent."

P'uuma shifts her weight onto a single leg, dragging the unconscious body of one brass blade while the incapacitated forms of other Brass Blades and Crystal Braves litter the alleyway. P'uuma, despite the blood on one side of her face, smiles gleefully toward Haserre, speaking her reply. The dialogue reads, P'uuma Lanaa: "Yeah, but I'm also short, and that's adorable."

... In her defense, she's right.

// With @vcforlife.bsky.social's incredible Bnuuy :D

#ZayaPoses #ZayaCollabs #HellsiteEorzea #P'uumaLanaa

Due to the scarcity of free time allowed the Left and Right hands of Doma, the opportunity for a double date between ZayaGono and ConaGiri is a much-coveted respite from daily life.
(With @constareggman.bsky.social's lovely Ser Conaron Starblade!)

#ZayaPoses #ZayaCollabs #ZayaYuuno #ZayaGono

(Left to Right) P'uuma Lanaa, Ariana Paharo, M'naago Rhaz, M'zhet Tia, and Loonh Gah settle in around a campfire during day's end in Rhalgr's Reach, the group sharing a moment of peaceful intimacy alongside a warm meal.

[ Family Dinner ]
[ w/ @firrin.bsky.social 's Lady Ariana ]

"The best-tasting meal is the one you share with those you love."

#ZayaPoses #ZayaCollabs #P'uumaLanaa #PMMLcule

They were missed :)

[ ft. @constareggman.bsky.social's Ser Conaron Starblade :D ]

#ZayaPoses #ZayaCollabs #ZayaYuuno #ZayaGono