Sunday is a father

Hey Trailblazers! I've been completely obsessed with the Penacony storyline in Honkai Star Rail, and one character who's really captured my attention, and sparked so many questions in the community, is Sunday. Specifically, I keep seeing queries pop up about whether Sunday is a father, who his father might be, and his religious connections within The Family. I've spent hours digging through the lore, and I wanted to share my thoughts and findings with you all, in true fan theory fashion! First off, let's tackle the burning question: Is Sunday a literal father in Honkai Star Rail? From what we know so far in the game's current story, there’s no direct evidence suggesting Sunday has biological children. However, the concept of "family" in Penacony, especially within The Family faction, is incredibly complex and often metaphorical. Sunday, as a high-ranking member and leader within The Family, likely sees himself as a guardian or a parental figure to the citizens of Penacony, or at least to those within his immediate circle. He carries a huge burden of responsibility, almost like a father figure overseeing his domain. So, while not a biological dad, his protective and guiding role could certainly be interpreted in a paternal light. Now, about those intriguing "little summons" mentioned in some lore snippets or fan discussions – this is where it gets really interesting! The OCR from some visuals even teased, 'What Sunday probably named his little summons.' Could these 'summons' be his creations, manifestations of his power, or perhaps even disciples who follow his teachings? We see characters in HSR with unique abilities to create or control entities. If Sunday possesses such an ability, these 'summons' could be his unique 'children' – not born of flesh and blood, but extensions of his will and power. Imagine him giving them names, nurturing their purpose within his vision for Penacony. It really adds another layer to his character and his immense influence. My personal theory is that these 'summons' are tied to the Dreamscape itself, perhaps aspects of the Dream's inhabitants or concepts that he has molded. Moving on to Sunday’s religious affiliations – this is undeniable. Sunday is deeply intertwined with The Family, which operates almost like a religious order, worshipping the Harmony. Their entire philosophy, their societal structure on Penacony, and Sunday’s actions are all rooted in the teachings of the Aeon Xipe. He's not just a leader; he's a devout believer, a high priest, if you will, dedicated to upholding the Harmony’s ideals and protecting Penacony from what he perceives as threats to its perfect dream. His brother, Robin, also shares this connection, though perhaps with a different approach. For me, seeing how deeply Sunday commits to his faith makes his motivations both fascinating and sometimes terrifying. His belief system dictates everything, and understanding that is key to understanding him. So, while we might not find a direct answer to "Who is Sunday's father?" in terms of a paternal figure like Aventurine's backstory, we can certainly see Sunday as a "father" in a metaphorical sense, someone who carries the weight of his "children" (the citizens of Penacony or his 'summons') on his shoulders. His religious devotion to the Harmony shapes his entire being and quest. It’s these nuanced interpretations that make Honkai Star Rail’s lore so rich. What are your theories? Do you think his 'little summons' are literal beings, or something more abstract? Let me know what you've uncovered about Sunday's past and his connection to the Harmony!