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Cyberpunk 2077 New Year’s Exchange - 2024 Round

Sign Up Form | Pinch Hitters Sign Up | AO3 Collection | 2023, 2022, 2021 Works Masterlist

Schedule:

Sign-ups: October 7th 6:00PM UTC - October 27th 9:00PM UTC

Assignments out by (latest): October 30th 9:00PM UTC

Check In: December 1st - 5th 9:00PM UTC

Gift Posting: December 30th - January 3rd 9:00PM UTC

Creation Requirements:

Fic: Minimum 1000 words of complete fic - no WIP. All fic must be new and original, and created specifically for your recipient’s request. The fic cannot be a sequel to another fic or part of a series or specific AU of yours that the recipient did not request.

Art: One drawing, digital or traditional. Art doesn’t need to be fully colored or a fully rendered illustration, but should look finished - no WIPs or sketches! Both digital and traditional art is allowed. Art pieces must be new and original, and created specifically for your recipient’s request. In the case of traditional art, it can’t be on lined paper and the quality of the digital picture must not be so bad as to not be recognizable (i.e. no blurry pictures).

What is this?

Simply, it’s an anonymous fandom gift exchange held during the last months of the year. Fanfic writers and fan artists sign up, giving their offers and requests, and are then given someone else’s request to create for. Who you’re creating for is kept secret until gifts are posted.

Who can participate?

Any fic writer or digital/traditional artist (of age 18 and up). You must simply be able to meet the minimum requirements, detailed above.

Full rules below the cut or here on gdocs.

Where is this happening?

Tumblr; optionally on discord, and on AO3 for fic (and art) posting. Important information will be posted to the event tumblr. You don’t have to join the discord server - I can send you your assignment over email, if you say you want that when signing up. If you do join, I will be using the discord @everyone function to remind people of upcoming deadlines and such. There will be an AO3 collection.

How does gifter/giftee matching happen?

On a basis of offers and requests.

At sign up, you will first provide a list of characters and relationships (be they platonic or romantic/sexual) you offer, as well as things you will absolutely not create for.

After that, you will detail your request, again giving characters and relationships, and what you do not want in your gift (DNWs).  You can also optionally, meaning your creator is not required to take these into account when making your gift, put in Likes (tropes, characterization, AUs, aspects of the relationships/characters you’d like a focus on, things you like in art, etc.) and Prompts (any specific story and art prompts you may have). There’s also a space to put any of your V details, if you have a custom one/s - visual references, background details that aren’t in the game, etc.; these are again optional for both you and your creator.

You can offer and request fic, art or both.

You are only expected to create one piece. You may offer to create fic, art, or both, but you’re only expected to do one.

Is NSFW/18+ content allowed?

Yes. The game itself is 18+ and contains sex scenes, and as stated above and in the rules, the exchange itself is 18+ participants only. When you sign up, you will be askedif you’re okay with having your gift contain sex/be of explicit sexual nature (full frontal nudity included for art) or not. NSFW content is opt-in. Additionally, if you say ‘yes’ it is not guaranteed you will for sure get NSFW fic/art. Note that this is not a smut exchange so you can’t request only NSFW fic/art.

Is this game-canon only or are things from Edgerunners or the tabletop allowed as well?

This is focused on the game, but Edgerunners and TTRPG are both allowed. Though make sure to respect it if your recipient says they don’t want anything outside of the game!

Rules

You must be aged 18 and up to participate in this exchange.

Maintain full anonymity! Do not talk anywhere about who you have as a recipient and do not post WIPs of your work either on social media or on discord. Don’t speculate about who your creator is either. After posting, you’re free to talk about it wherever you want. (If you’re a writer who uses a beta, you can tell them, but they are also expected to follow the ‘don’t talk about it’ rules.)

You must request and offer at least one character or relationship.

Requesting a character and requesting a relationship are two different things. Meaning: if you request a character, you will get matched with someone offering that character, NOT a relationship containing that character. The reverse also holds: requesting/offering a relationship will NOT get you matched with someone offering/requesting one of the characters in the relationship.

Please specify V’s gender when offering/requesting them. If you do not, I’ll assume you’re fine with any/all possibilities.

Ships between two Vs are only allowed if you have at least one other requested character/relationship as well. Same goes for OCs, in a ship or on their own. This is to ensure there’s someone who can actually make you a thing.

Respect your recipient’s Do Not Want’s (DNWs). Failure to do so will get your gift disqualified (and send your recipient for emergency pinch hitting) and if I find out you did it on purpose/maliciously, you will be banned from any future rounds of the exchange.

If you don’t put a character/relationship/trope/etc. in the DNW section in your sign up, I can’t do anything if you receive a gift containing that thing-you-don’t-like. Please take care and write out your DNWs; a long and exhaustive list of what you don’t want is perfectly fine, so don’t be shy. Short is fine as well. Just don’t leave it blank unless you’re really sure you’re fine with everything!

Optional details are optional! Meaning: even if something is in the Likes and Prompts boxes, the creator is not required to follow them. The only thing a creator MUST take into account when creating a gift is: DNWs, characters/relationships, yes or no to receiving NSFW.

You may change your sign-up details at any point before sign-ups close. Do so by messaging the official tumblr or via discord (#help-desk) (discord is likely to get you the fastest response). After sign-ups close, your details are final and cannot be changed.

Matching is based on ONE character OR relationship. Obviously I will try to match people with multiple offers to those who request multiple of the same characters and/or relationships, but it may end up not possible for some. Therefore, make sure all the characters and relationships you offer are ones you’re sure you can create for - each one may end up your only actual option.

Matching is final! Barring any errors I may make (accidentally giving you someone whose only request is a character you didn’t offer), no changes will be made.

During the check-in period you are required to affirm you’re still actively participating. This will happen the same way assignments are handed out, either over email or Discord DMs. You should strive to be at least halfway done by this point, but it’s not required and there’s no penalty to being behind or anything. People who don’t respond to the check-in will be assumed to have dropped out.

In case you cannot finish your gift, please say so as early as possible. I don’t need to know why, I just need to know quickly so I can find someone else to create a gift.

If you can finish your gift, but need an extension past the deadline, reach out to me via discord DMs or email.

In the event that you withdraw from the exchange and then your assigned creator does as well, you will not get sent to PHs and you will not receive a gift. Sorry!

As long as you submit a gift for your recipient, you are guaranteed a gift in return.

AI-generated writing or art is banned.

Approach all with good faith. Straightforward rule: don’t be a dick.

Remember to comment on your gift! I’m not going to hunt people down if they don’t comment on their gifts (I won’t be keeping track), but please do remember that it’s polite and feels good to have the work you put in acknowledged. If you don’t have anything to say, a simple thank you will suffice! And commenting late is better than never, so don’t feel bad if you forget/get distracted.

FAQ

What is ‘DNW’ exactly?

DNW stands for Do Not Want. That is, anything that you don’t want to appear in your gift and anything you will not create. This includes: any and all triggers, squicks, relationships/characters/tropes/interpretations/AUs/etc. that for whatever reason you don’t want to create or receive. An explanation for why you DNW something is not needed or expected. Respecting DNWs when creating gifts is mandatory.

What is a ‘pinch hit’/’pinch hitter’?

A pinch hit is a fanwork produced for a request that’s in need of fulfillment either because there were no offers that could be matched to it or because the participant assigned the request withdrew from the exchange (or because, after posting, the work turned out to contain something that was DNW’d). A pinch hitter is the person who does the pinch hit - they may be regular participants of the exchange, or they may have signed up to be only pinch hitters. If one signs up to be only a pinch hitter, they will not receive a gift work.

My recipient has a mile long list of characters and relationships! Do I have to include ALL of them in my fic/art?

No. You only HAVE to make something for ONE of their requested characters or relationships.

I got a recipient who says they’re OK with NSFW art/fic, but I am not comfortable with creating NSFW art/fic, what do I do?

Create non-NSFW art/fic that matches their requested relationships and/or characters as usual. As stated above, NSFW content is opt-in and no one can request only that. Yes to receiving NSFW content is only relevant if you, the creator, are also willing to create such. Otherwise, feel free to ignore it.

I got matched with someone on one thing, but one of their other requests looks cool - is it okay to fulfill that request even though it’s not what we matched on originally?

It is! Basically, I just need everyone to receive fic/art for ONE of their requests. If you get inspired by something even if that isn’t what you originally offered, go on ahead and create!

Will there be organized beta reading for writers?

No, sorry. There isn’t a requirement that all fic be beta-read. If you really feel like you need a beta for your writing and don’t already have one, I’d suggest asking someone you know isn’t participating to do it for you!

If you have any unanswered questions, send a message or an ask!

[danyaselmar]

caztube

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A Humble Request for Sign-ups 😄

Calling all porters! Sign-ups are now open for Death Stranding Secret Santa 2: On the Beach 💙! This is a digital gift exchange where you gift fanwork and receive one in return. Click on the banner or the link below to sign-up. Likes and reblogs are greatly appreciated! 👍 💙[SIGN-UP FORM] 💙

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Death Stranding Secret Santa 2: On the Beach 💙

Calling all porters!

With all the exciting news coming out about DS2, I feel like it’s time to host another DS Secret Santa!

This is a fanworks exchange for all things Death Stranding.

If you have any questions, feel free to send an ask, or email: deathstrandingsecretsanta@gmail.com

Keep on keeping on,

Eurydia 💙

[danyaselmar]

I’m not dead. I’m just completely lost in the deepspace or whatever. Ngl I haven’t fully recovered from misty invasion yet xD

Drawing is difficult at the moment but I still try to make time to practice

[danyaselmar]

I’m not dead. I’m just completely lost in the deepspace or whatever. Ngl I haven’t fully recovered from misty invasion yet xD

Drawing is difficult at the moment but I still try to make time to practice

[danyaselmar]

petition to move kitty cards to the battle menu where it fucking belongs

[danyaselmar]

Let’s combine two of my unhealthy obsessions. Love & Deepspace and the one and only Cazador Szarr. I’m not even ashamed. It’s just a sketch because I have barely any energy to do anything. But I had to get it out of my system.

Peace out *disappears back into the void*

[danyaselmar]

Companion Sexuality Headcanons

a/n: I saw people doing some of these and thought I’d share mine. 🥰

Shadowheart

Bi/Pan! This is, of course, influenced by the fact that she is canonically bi/pan.

Lae’zel

Bi/Pan! This is, of course, influenced by the fact that she is canonically bi/pan.

Karlach

Bi/Pan! This is, of course, influenced by the fact that she is canonically bi/pan.

Astarion

Bi/Pan! This is, of course, influenced by the fact that he is canonically bi/pan.

Gale

Bi/Pan! This is, of course, influenced by the fact that he is canonically bi/pan.

Wyll

Bi/Pan! This is, of course, influenced by the fact that he is canonically bi/pan.

Halsin

Bi/Pan! This is, of course, influenced by the fact that he is canonically bi/pan.

Minthara

Bi/Pan! This is, of course, influenced by the fact that she is canonically bi/pan.

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omggg thanks for reading I hope you enjoyed ❤️

[danyaselmar]

I really enjoyed drawing Cazador

[danyaselmar]

Office au 👀

I gathered the courage and decided to draw Cazador's brother. Sorry, haha~

[danyaselmar]

Oh my gods!!! AAAAAHHHHH. Thank you!!! Thank you so much!!!! I LOVE this story💕 It's so beautiful😭 I have so many feelings about this right now🥹😭💕

First of I must say you captured Lavera's character perfectly. The way she acts and speaks is on point!!! Especially when she gets upset as Halsin seemingly makes fun of her question. That was so perfect!!

The setting is wonderful. This is exactly how I imagined Lavera would feel and behave before reaching Baldur's Gate. Waking up early and needing a moment to herself, reminiscing the past journey.

And then Halsin. Oh my heart fluttered just as Lavera's when he made his entrance😊💕You conveyed her feelings for him so well. How smitten she is with him and yet so anxious about his feelings for her.

I adore how you described them watching the sunrise together. It's so cute and romantic and wonderful. The scene was so vivid.

I love their entire interaction. The way they are both kinda reaching for each other so shyly. There is so much hope and sweetness.

Your writing is wonderful. I really really love your style.😍 I practically devoured this fic. And will do so again many times.

Thank you for this incredible gift. You made me very very happy💕

Dawn of a New Day

My gift for @danyaselmar for the BG3 2024 Fandom Exchange hosted by @zevlor and @carlosoliveiraa! This fic features their tav Lavera and Halsin enjoying a sweet morning together! Art from official BG3 book. Warnings: None

The world trilled with a welcome melody mixed with the loud snores of her companions. Lavera opened their eyes. Above them, the stars twinkled against the dark backdrop, turning her head they saw the various tents and fire that had burned out hours ago, lit by the fading moonlight. 

It was early morning, judging by the cicadas still awake, and their companions still hidden away. All giving her a few moments of peace before they continued their journey.

Their journey. Lavera brought their arm up, placing it under her head to rest on while she stared up at the stars, yet not seeing them

How far had they come? 

From her time on the Nautiloid, meeting with the Druids, saving the tieflings. Then through the Shadow lands and Moonrise Towers. Lavera had faced every battle head on, maybe a bit too head on Wyll would say (Karlach was more than appreciative of their antics at least!)

How far they had come.

Lavera was proud of them all. Each one of them had started out terrified when they realized what had been done to them. Terrified and angry. Yet none of them had wavered in following her through each battle, through each new area. 

But what awaited them at Baldur's Gate filled her with a sense of dread. 

Lavera sighed and sat up. They moved slower than normal, trying to not make too much noise as they made their way out of the camp. With this being their last night in the woods, the last thing she needed was to let the weight of what came next ruin their peace now.

They didn’t walk far before finding an opening that gave them a clear view of the land. Mountains and trees to her right, buildings and cobble roads with smoke stacks from the city further in the distance to her left. Lavera turned back to their right and took a deep breath, soaking in the crisp, sharpness of the woods, the dark aroma of the soil mixed in with the faint scent of salt and sulfur.

Lavera wrinkled her nose and blew the air out. The city, important but not where they wanted to go. She tried to turn her thoughts to more calming moments, the rush of adrenaline in a fight, the warmth of a campfire and one of Gale’s meals. Those were the moments she wanted to remember.

So caught up in their thoughts, Lavera didn’t hear that someone was approaching.

“Peaceful morn’.”

Lavera’s head snapped up, turning ever so slightly to look over her shoulder. Adrenaline coursed through their body, ready to attack if necessary. Darkness cloaked the figure, concealing most of their features except for their large form. It took Lavera a moment later to recognize the voice of Halsin. Just knowing he was there sent her heart pounding and she hoped he couldn’t hear it as he got closer.

“Either come out from the shadows and join me, or leave.” Lavera called out, turning their attention back to the horizon. They winced at the harshness of her words, but compared to the pounding of her heart, it was all they could do to not betray their true emotions.

The sound of muffled footsteps, a soft chuckle, and then a large presence sitting down to her. Lavera didn’t turn her head, instead sinking her fingers into soil beneath her. It was cool to the touch, the gentle heat of the sunshine not yet warmed it up.

“I thank you for letting me join you,” Halsin said after a moment. “It is not often we get a chance alone. I wanted to thank you for your assistance with the Shadow Curse, all my years, and everything I tried after what happened there…”

He trailed off, but Lavera didn’t need him to finish. The pain of what had happened in the druid’s grove, in the Shadow Cursed lands, had been evident from the moment she had met him. Even when he smiled and had been carefree and relaxed at the tiefling celebration, Lavera had seen him looking off to the distance, his shoulders sagging slightly.

But she also remembered the way his eyes had stayed on them throughout the celebration as well.

“What else could I do, Halsin?” Lavera leaned over and nudged him with her shoulder. “I promised you I’d help and the land needed saving.”

But seeing you hurt broke my heart more, Lavera thought but didn’t dare say out loud. They were reminded of being back, back at Last Light Inn where Halsin had traveled through a portal to save part of the land.

The battle had been a rough one. So many shadows had come sulking in to stop him from his goal. Lavera fought with all their might until finally the last wave fell and with it came Halsin’s return. Lavera couldn’t forget the joy they felt in that moment, seeing him alive, and still carrying the young boy that was meant to be the life of the land.

The battle was over and the change of the land soon followed. Lavera was taken away by the beauty that was revealed when the Shadow Curse was lifted.

Beauty they was staring at now. With Halsin right there next to them.

He had been quiet as Lavera thought of their most recent events. Such a kind man, even with the spirit of the animal within. How much he seemed to understand of them, even when she remained so reticent about her life. Trust was hard to come by, especially with them still learning the events that led to them being tadpoled.

Now they were here, multiple accomplishments under their belt and yet so many more to come. Too many unknowns. What could she do, to not dwell on what might occur?

At that moment, the golden rays of the sun finally reached where they sat. The golds and reds were breathtaking to look at and on Halsin, even more so.

“It’s a beautiful morning, now that we can truly see its glory.” Halsin echoed their thoughts. He was looking to the horizon, a soft smile on his face.

To look at him caused both a raging storm and calming ease inside her, the twists too much to bear and yet Lavera didn’t want to leave. Halsin had been so kind and gentle with her, his laughter music to her ears and ferocity in battle, a force that spurred them on. Nothing compared though to the way he would look at them, after a battle, in the late evenings, and even now in the early morning light. 

How long had it been since someone looked at her like that? With such kindness and interest? And every conversation was so genuine. There was no denying the truth in his words, though she had wondered just what he would do now.

“Yes it is,” Lavera finally said, looking back to the sky and watching the final fading of violet as the world burst alive with the fiery orange to the softest pinks that connected the sky. All still contrasting with the dark edge of the horizon. “Do you mind if I ask you a question?”

“Of course.”

Halsin turned to her, giving Lavera his full attention. He reached up with his hand, playing with the strands at the end of his braid before realizing what he was doing and pulling his hand back. His cheeks darkened as he smiled, not quite meeting their eyes.

 It made them almost not ask the question that was now on her mind.

Almost.

“Now…” Lavera licked her lips, then met his gaze, “Now that we’ve lifted the curse, what will you do?”

“What will I do?” The laugh that followed both elated and unnerved her.

“If you’re going to make fun of my question, then don’t bother!” Lavera made to move, but a strong hand stopped them.

“Lavera, I mean no offense. Please,” he looked up at them, brown eyes warm and gentle, as he pleaded with her. “Stay with me. I’ll answer your question.”

Lavera huffed and rolled their eyes, but their heart beat faster than ever before. Just what would he say? Lavera gulped and sat down, forcing themselves to not break eye contact with Halsin. His usually warm, brown eyes looked dark and mysterious now.

After a moment he turned away. The light from the rising sun was brighter now, casting a warm glow on his features that held her in such rapture they almost missed what he was saying.

“Meeting you was like something out of a dream. From the moment you rescued me, from the goblin’s prison, to helping me save the lands from the Shadow curse, and saving Thaniel. You have accomplished more than I would have ever imagined. Certainly, more than I have done,” Halsin chuckled, then turned and grabbed her hand.  “You have my eternal gratitude, Lavera.”

Any response Lavera had immediately left their mind when Halsin touched them. His words were so welcoming and kind, starting to beat back the gnawing thoughts of if he would stay or not. If he would stay… with her.

“Let me travel with you, please.” The shadow that had previously darkened his eyes was gone now. They were gleaming now, filled with longing and hope, and a little trepidation as he continued to speak. “You are beyond amazing. Being by your side has given me a new purpose and I wish never to lose you. I desire to remain with you, if you will have me.”

Lavera stared up at him, a smile spreading across their face.

“Yes, of course!” Lavera exclaimed, squeezing Halsin’s hand tightly. “There is nothing more I would want than you.”

Halsin beamed at them and Lavera felt the heat rise in their face. Had they just said that outloud?

“I…I mean, next to me.” Lavera stammered out. “By my side. How could I face the city and all those enemies without you?”

Halsin laughed, a deep genuine belly laugh that stirred deep inside her. When was the last time she had felt this way? Whatever it was, Lavera only knew that they didn't want it to go away.

“Let’s head back. The others are probably waking up and will wonder where we are.” Halsin started to stand, but Lavera held onto his hand tightly. “Or not?”

Lavera shook their head, giving him a cheeky grin and tugging him back down. He landed with a soft thud on the ground,  so close now they were touching shoulder to shoulder.

The two of them sat there, continuing to watch the sun rise. The dawn of a new day.

And neither was in any hurry to leave.

[danyaselmar]

This is my gift for @carlosoliveiraa for the Baldur’s Gate 3 exchange organized by her and @zevlor <3

Serenade for Three

Rating: T; no warnings (teeny-tiny bit suggestive if you squint) <1k

Her fingers expertly caressed the strings of the lute. The trusted instrument vibrated in her arms, wooden body humming in harmony with the bard’s angelic voice. 

Amity Brightwater sat comfortably on a tree trunk, enfolded by the warmth radiating off of the campfire and illuminated by its guttering glowing light. Her hair swayed in the soft evening breeze. As if the loose strands were dancing along with the tunes. 

The song she had chosen for tonight held more meaning than she pretended to know. A deeper message hidden from the grasp of her tadpole-ridden mind but just within reach of her aching soul which yearned infinitely strong to proclaim proudly how she felt. 

Her tail flicked beside her like a metronome while she sang. 

"Moonlight gently lay your might,

down on my oh bleeding heart.

Darkness will be forced away,

until we meet and dance again." 

Shadowheart caught herself tapping with her foot to the rhythm of the song. The tender melody brought her comfort and managed to ease away most traces of the bitter reality. It felt as if all her worries were a million miles away, buried on a different plane. Here, in this exact moment, she didn’t need to worry about tadpoles or the Absolute. She felt safe. And warm. Within her usually wintry heart something stirred. Stronger than ever before.

Above her the moon smiled behind a gossamer veil of clouds, silver light dripping through the carefully woven cover, pouring down chastely on the intimate moment shared between the two companions like the impalpable tears of the Dark Lady herself. 

Shadowheart allowed her mind to recall the other fateful night where wine, calmness and kisses were shared under the ever loving and undiscriminating gaze of the firmament. A memory, albeit still fresh, she cherished deeply like every fragment of her splintered remembrance. And despite the pain she felt piercing through the scar on her hand she refused to suffocate the small flame that kindled in the very center of her body. For it provided more and more warmth every day. A tiny glimmer of hope that carefully snuck around the guardians of her predetermined destiny, providing an equally tiny insight on a path she never considered before. 

A path of companionship opened up by the tiefling bard whose music always managed to touch her in the right place. 

Not far from the campfire another elven creature was haunted by similar trouble. In his tent Halsin was still lying awake on his bedroll. Too many thoughts kept him from finding much needed rest. The grove was saved thanks to the effort and bravery of the fierce leader of the group of misadventurers. Amity. The bard had impressed him on multiple occasions. Mostly through her compassion for her kin. The refugees from Elturel. 

Through the opening of his tent he could see the night sky above camp. Cloudy yet auspicious.

Besides the chirping of crickets there was another pleasant sound being carried into his tent. The voice of his savior accompanied by a melodically played lute.

"Oaks and bears protect my love,

from harm beyond the realm of nature.

Fools will try and try again,

to hold the hands of beasts within."

He rose upwards to lean on his elbows and to shoot a quick glance in the direction of the words that permeated his entire being like his druidic magic. And of course, his eyes found her form immediately, drawn to her like bees were drawn to fragrant blossoms. The bold words made his heart flutter.

Halsin envied the moon for she could always caress the bard’s skin without consequences. 

He longed to feel the softness of her chest pressed against his. He longed to feel the rough ridges where her tail met her lower back against his lips. He caught himself instinctively seeking out skin contact whenever possible. And even if it was just the mere brush of her, from years of playing the lute, calloused fingertips when she handed him a bowl of stew. He cherished every second.

Halsin envied the wind for he could always kiss her cheeks without consequences. Whenever Amity returned to camp with prominent remnants of the latest battles still on her face he wished nothing more than to wash the blood and grime off her skin, to clean her wounds and to press little kisses on the small cuts littering her cheeks. But this privilege was not yet his.

And Halsin envied Shadowheart for she could always be closest to her without consequences.

Or so it seemed.

He had observed the two women interacting. And he knew they were close. Of course he had noticed them slipping away from camp the night they celebrated their victory. And he still felt the slight sting in his heart when he remembered rejecting Amity’s sweet advances during the party.

But he had also noticed the stolen glances directed at him. The bard’s gaze would linger on him often. And whenever he saw that Shadowheart noticed as well, he could never find any traces of jealousy in her eyes. Only soft fondness directed also at him.

Halsin hoped that perhaps when the shadow curse was lifted he might be able to find time for himself again. And that perhaps the two women would welcome him with open arms. 

"A bard alone with just her song,

saw twice the hurt each night to come.

One dawn will draw bring peace within,

sweet slumber in the arms of three."

Amity poured her soul into the song hoping that the only two recipients who truly mattered would hear her. Hear her gentle proclamation of affection and yearning for them both.

[danyaselmar]

So, here are the finished pants and the current state of the boots. The pants were pretty easy to sew. Although they’re not as accurate as they could be. But they’re super comfy and designed to be also worn out of cosplay context.

I made the boot covers from fake leather and glued them to a pair of shoes. I kinda regret not giving him heels. I feel like Cazador deserve them. Also it would be nice to gain a bit of height while in costume. How tall was he again? 🤔 Anyway, perhaps I’ll redo the boots later. For now I’m pretty happy 😊

(Please excuse the dirty mirror🙈)

I..I made it. I finally reached act 2 😭

Had to take a 3 month break from playing Baldur’s Gate due to reasons. And now that I dove back in head first I can’t wait to see what’s going to happen next. It’s a great feeling. I’m so curious😊

Perhaps now I can also finally work on all those neglected sketches again🙈 There are a dozen unfinished artworks of Lavera and a particularly challenging project.

And yes, the Cazadork cosplay is still happening. I acquired a gorgeous wig and am gradually collecting materials. The pants are actually finished now. But at the same time I want to upgrade my Astarion cosplay. The process is slow but steady. Pictures will follow soonish.

Now I’ll stop rambling an get back to work.

💫 Danya

[danyaselmar]

Opens tumblr. Sees a seething hot take on a beloved character. Takes a deep breath. Closes tumblr before bad things can happen.