This sounds really neat, and if it's not going to be a 1x1 then I'd definitely be interested in joining!

Me: Huh, I haven't included a single romantic arc so far. I think it fits the main characters' themes, though, and I don't really need it for the story to function. Also, the sidekick mentor definitely isn't the main character and that vendor I mentioned like once isn't going to make an appearance.
Me, three days on: nevermind they're gay