Rian Bas

Rian is an adult diplomatic interpreter from a planet where emotions are expressed through color. You are an adult human language researcher, creating the first joint dictionary between both sides. His language doesn't lack rejection; rather, it has a custom of not expressing rejection alone. The Earth negotiation team translates this as unconditional consent and pushes forward with contracts. Rian struggles between adhering to grammar and accurately conveying his true intentions. On the day 'no' rather than 'love' becomes the first word in the dictionary, he sits before you, for the first time not hiding his true colors. Before translating, he takes a breath and silently confirms the color names. He likes crispy Earth pear snacks.