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Bright blue eyes were focused literally anywhere other than their bare wrists. They weren’t… ashamed, exactly, of the brand burned on the inside of both, but… Seeing the marks, the scars that would never let them forget their traumatic childhood and teenage years for even a moment, always unleashed a tide of emotions in them that the redhead was still only slowly learning to cope with in healthy ways.

Still, when Aki pushed the sleeves of their shirt down and buttoned the cuffs, their movements were just a bit rushed; claw-tipped fingers trembling just slightly. Half-pinned ears, and their tail twitching a bit stiffly, gave away the discomfort their neutral expression tried to hide — their words even more so. Sometimes… what we wake up, can't be put back to sleep. Understatement of the fucking century.

A half-grin curled one side of the blue-eyed feline’s mouth for a moment, at Sienna’s wording; they weren’t born in the desert, but they understood the sentiment rather well, despite their Mistrali roots. Then the moment passed, and their sigh mirrored Sienna’s, ears fully flattening at the mention of their father. (Though Sienna was their aunt, the pair were so close in age they more naturally behaved like cousins, which suited Aki just fine.)

While the new High Leader’s instincts bade her pace, Aki’s bid them do something, so they moved away from leaning against the wall beside the window. Their office was fairly nondescript in décor; neutrals featured throughout, with warm undertones in the wood and upholstery. The room was divided roughly in half, one side for their act sessions, and the other containing their desk and the two straight-backed chairs (one of which Sienna had claimed).

The rest contained a comfortable couch sat against the far wall, with a coffee table — tissues, a pitcher of water, and a few cups — in front of it. A small table with a kettle for tea or other hot drinks and a bowl of assorted fruit was set against the wall between the couch and the door. The soft hum of a white noise fan came from its spot on the windowsill across from the door. A small bookshelf and a basket of blankets were set below the window.

Making their way to the small table, Aki set about making tea, a specific blend both they and Sienna liked — though, given how many years it had been, her preference may have changed… They would cross that bridge if they came to it. Letting their hands automatically work, the psychiatrist finally spoke again. “I don’t know if I would entirely fault Ghira,” they murmured, knowing the White Fang’s new leader would hear.

“We all know just how persuasive my — how persuasive Hathi is.” Ignoring their stumble over how to refer to the Elephant Faunus — if felt strange to call him their father, all things considered — they continued without pause. “Speech impediment no, that man could get a serial killer off and make everyone think it wasn’t just a good idea, but the only possible conclusion they might’ve come to.” If their words were a bit bitter, they ignored that, too.

After a long moment of silence, Aki continued, softer and less flippant. “…Nearly made me think I deserved — what he did to me — even while I was begging him to stop.” The smell of burning flesh and the sound of screaming still haunted their nightmares. Brushing off their vulnerability, the redhead turned to bring the two cups of tea over to their desk. One was handed carefully to Sienna, while the other was even more carefully set on their desk, which they leaned against instead of sitting.

(Today was a Good Day, so far as pain and stiffness went, but the delicacy with which they treated their right arm had always served to keep accidents from happening as much as possible. Hence why they had held Sienna’s cup in their left hand.) “As for whether I still pay attention to Fang politics,” another deflection, as they loosely crossed their arms, “I still keep my ear to the ground — and no. I don’t tell Ozpin very much.”

Pseudo-parent or no, it didn’t feel right telling him everything.

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“Sometimes… what we wake up, can't be put back to sleep.”

One ear flicked in acknowledgment, but Sienna stayed put: arms folded, frowning as she gazed through the window. "Sometimes." Her mouth lifted in a sardonic smile, fleeting. "That's how it is with everything; life—it's all just flash floods and sinkholes out there."

The ear twitched again.

Sienna threw a quick wink over her shoulder. "I've been informed talk like that does not land the same outside the desert," she added, dry. "It's… don't think that needing water to live means the rains can't kill you quick as any grimm. Don't take anything for granted."

Prowling away from the window, Sienna draped herself into one of the chairs Aki kept facing their desk and propped her chin on her fist, contemplative.

"I appreciate you agreeing to meet me," Sienna said at last. "From all you've described—well." Her ears pinned back. "You could be forgiven for believing what the humans say about us. I–"

Restless instinct bade her leap to her feet and start pacing; she pressed her lips together and hiked her bad foot up to rest on her knee instead, hand on her ankle. Exhaled, slowly.

"—can't imagine you've paid much mind to the internal politics of the Fang since the Vale chapter shivved you," Sienna muttered, thick with disgust. None of it for Aki. Shaking her head briskly, she continued, "Well, Ghira stepped down at the end of last year to pursue state politics, and I was elected High Leader after him. It's…"

Again, she paused.

"I've heard," she said, with deliberation, "some rumors I don't like about our Vale chapter, over the years. Ghira always cut Hadi a lot of slack; I think, maybe, more than my brother really earned." She drummed her fingers against her boot, brows drawing together. "That's why I reached out to you, and a couple other formers; the… in-fighting, bullying our own for having human relations—I have zero tolerance for that."

But the problem ran deeper, if Aki's account of their expulsion was any indication, than Sienna had surmised.

"So," she sighed, "if it can't be put to bed, the Fang will have to cut them loose. Let them eat each other alive. But I am hopeful it isn't… unsalvageable, yet."

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LOVE & SEXUALITY & RELATIONSHIP HEADCANONS

send a symbol to find out:

💓 When did they have their first crush? ❤ Have they ever been in love? 💕 How easily do they fall in love? 💖 How do they say ‘I love you’ without really saying it? 😕 Have they ever said ‘I love you’ without meaning it? 👀 Would they ever enter/have they ever entered into a friends with benefits relationship? 💋 How old were they when they had their first kiss? 🚗 When did they go on their first date? 🌹 What is their idea of a perfect date? 🔑 At what point would they move in with a partner? 💟 What is their stance on PDA? 🍵 Do they prefer to ask out a partner or be asked? 👥 What is my muse’s sexual & romantic orientation? 💦 When did they lose their virginity? ⁉ Have they ever questioned their sexuality? 💡 What made them realize their sexuality? 💌 When was their first serious relationship? 💘 What was their most serious relationship? 💝 What was their most recent serious relationship? 💗 What advice would they give a potential partner about making their relationship last if they could with no judgment? 💫 Have they ever been hit/struck by a partner? ❌ What is the biggest mistake they make in their relationships? 💥 What was their worst relationship? 😓 Have they ever cheated on a partner? 😢 Have they ever been cheated on by a partner? 💞 Would they ever enter/have they ever entered into a polyamorous relationship? 😭 When was their first breakup? 💔 What was their worst breakup? 👍 What was their most amicable breakup? 🌙 Have they ever had a one night stand? 🍷 How far would they go on a first date? 💍 Would they ever get married? 💎 Would they rather propose or be proposed to? 💒 What kind of wedding would they want to have? 👶 Do they want children? 🍼 Could a partner ever change their mind on children? ❔ Ask your own question!

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Send "COCOA" for our muses to drink hot chocolate (on the porch, by the fireplace, etc.). - Pyrrha for Rhea

It got cold in Argus this time of year, situated adjacent to the sea and near Anima’s northern most point as it was, so Rhea brought a blanket along with the hot chocolate. As always, the one for Pyrrha was in her favorite mug. Handing Pyrrha the aforementioned mug, the taller redhead settled beside their daughter on the top-most step, picking up their own drink only once they were both wrapped in the blanket.

Though out of their own armor, they didn’t mind the gentle press of the edges of hers. Humming softly, they sipped their own drink, allowing the comfortable silence to stretch a bit before finally speaking; someone with a classical music background would have called the timbre a warm contralto. “Tell me more about your friends, sweetheart?” Rhea’s smile was warm as their voice.

Pyrrha couldn’t stay long; they would make the most of the time they had.

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((Aki bakes like their life depends on it, in December, putting together and gift wrapping plates of cookies for their patients/friends and loved ones. They also aren’t above mailing them.))

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CHRISTMAS STARTERS!

Feel free to revise as necessary to fit your muse's speech, change pronouns, etc.

Sentences

"Did you get a tree yet?"

"Can you help me decorate the tree?"

"How are we out of garland? We always reuse it!"

"Oh, shoot! I broke an ornament!"

"Should we use the red and green lights, or the yellow lights?"

"I got a new reindeer for the yard. It lights up and moves its head."

"I got a nativity for the yard."

"Don't interrupt me! Decorating for Christmas is a delicate process!"

"Can you hold the ladder for me? I have to hang these lights up."

"Can you help me decorate the house?"

"I bought all this when it went on sale on the 26th last year. Best time to get Christmas decorations, you know?"

"Look! Reindeer candles!"

"Look! A Santa candle!"

"I'm baking cookies. Come taste the dough."

"I can't get enough of these gingerbread cookies!"

"I got new cookie cutters. Santa, trees, reindeer, snowflakes ... "

"You can't go wrong with classic sugar cookies and icing, you know."

"Want to help me decorate the cookies?"

"Should I make a ham or a turkey this year?"

"Have you finished your Christmas shopping yet?"

"I always make my presents by hand. It feels more meaningful to me."

"I have no idea what to get [NAME] for Christmas. What did you get them?"

"I hate when it snows!"

"I love when it snows!"

"What's your favorite Christmas carol?"

"Would you rather host dinner on Christmas Eve or Christmas day?"

"What do you want for Christmas?"

"Tell me what to buy you for Christmas and then forget you told me, okay?"

"I might just give everyone money this year."

"Are you okay with getting a gift card?"

"You don't need to get me anything. Your company is enough."

"Want to go sit on Santa's lap?"

"Did you write a letter to Santa?"

"I always go to mass on Christmas Eve."

"The park has a Christmas village set up! We should go!"

"I'm winning the neighborhood light contest this year! Bet on that!"

"Here. I got you reindeer antlers for the party."

"Here. I got you an elf hat for the party."

"Here. I got you a Santa hat for the party."

"No mistletoe allowed!"

"You know that's holly and not mistletoe, right?"

"I love eggnog. Wish it was around all year and not just the holidays."

"Debate time: fake tree or real tree?"

"Debate time: eggnog or apple cider?"

"Debate time: cocoa with milk or cocoa with water?"

"It's so cold out!"

"I'm going to get a fire going."

"I need to buy a few more stocking stuffers."

"If you don't stop sing-screaming Christmas carols, I'm shoving a candy cane down your throat."

"I hate Christmas music."

"I love Christmas music!"

"I'm so tired of going to Christmas parties. I just want to stay in and sleep this weekend."

"I can't wait for all the parties this year!"

"I hate peppermint, to be honest."

"I wish pumpkin spice was still around."

"Bring on the peppermint!"

"I always bake like a fiend in December."

"I made you some hot chocolate."

"I dare you to try the fruit cake."

"I bought candy canes!"

"Let's buy those gag candy canes. You know, the ones that taste like hot dogs and sardines?"

"If you don't like The Muppets Christmas Carol, are you even human?"

"Christmas is my favorite holiday."

"I hope it snows this year. I don't like a warm Christmas."

"Should I wear the red dress or the green dress to the party?"

"Christmas is about spending time with friends and family."

"Please come over on Christmas. No one should be alone, not then!"

"Wait, you mean I have to try to replace every bulb until I find the one light that's actually out?!"

"It's the most wonderful time of the year, just like that song says!"

"I'm always happier this time of year."

"I always feel melancholy this time of year."

"Merry Christmas!"

"Happy holidays!"

"Bah humbug."

Actions

Send "TREE: SELECT" for our muses to look for a Christmas tree.

Send "TREE: DECORATE" for our muses to decorate a Christmas tree.

Send "COOKIES" for our muses to bake cookies.

Send "CHEFS" for our muses to cook a Christmas dinner.

Send "CAROLS" for our muses to go caroling. (Feel free to specify a song!)

Send "HOUSE" for our muses to put up lights and other Christmas or winter decorations.

Send "LIGHTS" for our muses to go look at Christmas lights in the neighborhood.

Send "COCOA" for our muses to drink hot chocolate (on the porch, by the fireplace, etc.).

Send "SNOWMAN" for our muses to build a snowman.

Send "SNOWBALL" for our muses to have a snowball fight.

Send "SHOP" for our muses to go gift shopping.

Send "MUSIC" to listen to Christmas music with my muse. (Feel free to specify a song!)

Send "MISTLETOE" for our muses to meet under the mistletoe for a kiss.

Send "CHURCH" for our muses to go to Christmas mass.

Send "PARTY" for our muses to attend the same Christmas party.

Send "SKATE" for our muses to go ice skating.

Send "SKI" for our muses to go skiing.

Send "VILLAGE" for our muses to go on a walk through a Christmas village (at a park, a garden, etc.).

Send "WRAP" for our muses to work together to wrap presents.

Send "SLED" for our muses to go sledding.

Send "WISH" for my muse to tell yours what they hope happens in the new year.

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Cooking!

Hey, I'm hungry, leave me alone.

"Taste this?"

"Okay, so, I added mint... does it work?"

"I made you dinner! I uh, I hope you like it."

"... so I may have burnt it."

"Shall we order takeout instead?"

"Are you sure this is cooked through?"

"I don't think the middle is meant to be pink..."

"I didn't know you were a good cook!"

"Ooh, it smells tasty in here."

"What are you cooking?"

"Are you - are you baking a cake??"

"This is... really tasty."

"This is... really disgusting."

"Needs salt."

"Eugh! Too much salt."

"Oh, I don't really like sweets. Sorry?"

"Don't look at me like that, you asked for feedback!"

"You're... cooking dinner? For me? What?"

"More garlic. The answer is always more garlic."

"You made me a cake??"

"I made you a cake!"

"Don't interrupt me whilst I'm icing."

"Yes, you can lick the bowl."

"No, don't lick the bowl, there's raw egg in that!"

"I... I dropped it. Three HOURS of cooking and I DROPPED IT!"

"I was so tired I scraped my dinner into the bin. I... I'm crying."

"Hey, hey, it's okay, we all make mistakes."

"Did you put onion in this?"

"I'm... I'm allergic... to this..."

"Sit down, shut up, and eat your dinner."

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((Tomorrow’s Aki’s birthday, if anyone wants to bother them~ 🧡))

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Force my Muse to Spill their Secrets

🌧- For a heavy, emotional secret

🙃- For a lighter, slightly embarrassing secret

🌟- For a secret wish or desire of theirs

🍏- For something they secretly wish didn’t exist

🍎- For something they secretly wish did exist

❤️- For a secret crush

📲- Talk about someone/something you dislike, but only pretend to like

👁‍🗨- Talk about someone/something you like, but pretend to dislike

🍻- For something bad/mischievous you did as a child or teen that your parents don’t know about

🌜- For a ‘weird’ habit or tic that no one knows about

💃- For a talent that they like to keep hidden from others

🏹- For a talent they wish they had

👻- For something that scares or disturbs them, but they refuse to tell anyone

☢️- For a controversy or scandal they have been able to keep mostly under wraps

🐇- For a secret item they keep (stuffed animal, comfort object, etc)

📒- For a secret journal/diary they keep (Bonus: Share an entry from it!)

📔- For a secret sketchbook they keep (Bonus: Share a sketch or doodle within it!)

🖤- For something they secretly wish they could do with your muse

❓- Free Space! Ask them about a specific secret!

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3rd Tier series - Gold Knight Titania

See the previous ones here

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Titania and her two sons, and yes i added ike

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mighty mercenary ✨🪓

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Titania

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Ask my muse questions about their family. Parents, siblings, grandparents, children, grandchildren, aunts and uncles, nieces and nephews, cousins, members of a found family ...

Don't hold back!

(Remember to specify for multimuse blogs.)

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((The Team’s all here XD LINK.))

Don’t bind while training. A message from your friendly neighborhood psychiatrist and their Team.

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Softer Love

"Will you hold me? Just for a while?"

"It's not too much to ask for - to be loved."

"It feels better when you're here."

"Hold my hand. Don't let go."

"Promise me you'll hold on."

"I don't feel so cold now. Because you're here."

"My heart aches when you're away."

"Share a blanket with me?"

"We should just stay in and watch a movie."

"Oh, I saw this and thought of you."

"I wanted to bring you here. I knew you'd like it."

"Let me take you to my favourite place."

"You light up the room for me."

"I can hear your breathing. It makes me feel safe."

"Can I listen to your heartbeat?"

"We don't need to do anything. I just want you to be here."

"Can I hold your hand?"

"You bought this for me..?"

"You're always cold, so I got you a scarf."

"I know you're right behind me."

"I can't sleep until I hear you get home."

"You can tell me when you're not okay."

"Just get some rest, okay? I'll be right here."

"I bought your favourite food."

"I made you your favourite meal."

"I picked up some of that tea you like."

"Oh! I saw a dog today, let me show you a picture -"

"You were talking in your sleep. It was cute."

"I can't imagine being here without you."

"I had a nightmare that you left me."

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send me anons about my muses family

ask about relationships, events or send your headcanons about their parents, siblings or kids.

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