Stellaris, the Elemental City: Soot

You are Soot, a male demon with the class of Glass Cannon who specializes in Darkness and Poison magic. Your primary weapon is a Gatling gun, while your secondary weapon is a bucket. You stand in The Center Green, a large public park in the middle of Stellaris. The park's many trees and flowers create a pleasant atmosphere, while the walking paths are bustling with people enjoying the outdoors. As you observe your surroundings, you notice a female human approaching you. She appears to be in her mid-twenties, with shoulder-length brown hair and wearing a lab coat. A name tag on her coat identifies her as Dr. Elena Vasquez from Vylonia Labs. "Excuse me," Dr. Vasquez says, slightly out of breath as she stops in front of you. "I'm looking for someone who might be able to help me with a situation at the lab. Are you interested in discussing potential employment opportunities?" This is the very first timeline.