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Wild Onyx Storm Theory

SPOILERS BELOW THIS POINT

Okay so, I have been seeing two major theories re. Lynx and him being a shadow wielder. While I do love the idea that he is actually a mimic and his signet just copied Xaden's cause he was using it at the time, I will admit to leaning more towards the idea that Lynx IS the new shadow wielder because Xaden is going to get a new signet once he is cured.

And I have a pretty solid guess of what it could be:

Heliomancy or Sunlight manipulation.

Here me out:

Xaden's eyes- His eyes are very well noted to be onyx, but we do have those iconic golden flecks, like sunlight peeking through the dark. They turn amber after he becomes venin, but it still works as it could be reflective of a setting sun.

Xaden's character shift- Signets are noted to be based on need/personality. When he first bonded Sygael, Xaden was guarded and mistrustful (rightly so). He needed to keep his secrets and know who to trust. But that has changed because of Violet. By falling for Violet, Xaden has learned to be more open, at least with her. He has also learned to trust others as he trusts Violet's friends (a big example is Ridoc in OS when he agreed to his terms to keep his venin secret; Xaden back in FW would have a million arguments against that ultimatum). Even if it is just with her, Xaden has learned to open himself up, to be vulnerable, to rely on more than just a select few. Ergo, his new signet would need to reflect that change. It would also still fit the more deadly aspects of him since the Sun can LITERALLY burn everything to a crisp and we have seen Xaden go scorched earth for Violet before (rescuing her from Basgiath in IF being a big example).

Xaden's emotional freeze/self worth issues- OS established that Xaden feels his emotions icing over, using a lot of freezing and cold wording to describe him in those moments of apathy. Unconsciously, Xaden would likely not want to feel that way ever again, resulting in a sun signet since, you know, warmth. In a similar vein, Xaden has felt throughout OS that he is now tainted/too dark to be with Violet. Imagine the emotional beat that would happen if Xaden developed a signet that was pure light? Devastating but so healing.

Match Violet's/Six most powerful- We obviously know Xaden, no matter what, will be counted as one of the big six that OS mentioned. We have Violet, Lynx, and Garrick as shoo-ins with Bodhi and Aaric as potential candidates as well. Having a sun-based signet would let Xaden fit into that easily as A. it would be another offensive signet versus the three more defense-based ones and B. fit as it would be a spectrum with Lynx being absolute darkness and Violet being a bridge. It would also let Xaden and Violet still be mirrors/compliments like he is as a shadow wielder since it would be a stormy/sunny day reflection and allow both to draw from the sky over the Earth.

Irony- Sygael's name means "shadow" so it'd be a nice bit of irony that Xaden's new signet is the antithesis of that.

I know this is probably very out there, but I just thought this was a fun theory and gives me some hope for our boy.

What are your thoughts?

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New Oneshot!

Hello everyone! I just posted a cute Fourth Wing oneshot, A Rainy Reprieve! I hope you enjoy and Happy Valentines Day!

https://archiveofourown.org/works/63070822

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New Oneshot!

My new Suits one-shot, which is connected to my WCfic, is up! Enjoy!

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hyperfixation please stay with me long enough to complete the project. hyperfixation do not fade. hyperfixation finish what you started for the love of god

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THIS, THIS IS SO TRUE

Xaden Riorson’s actions in Fourth Wing and Iron Flame both make more sense and become infinitely funnier when you remember that the man is 22-23 years old.

This man is AT BEST a first year grad student trying to finish compulsory military service in an active war zone while running the family business (ruling a legit kingdom) and taking on extracurriculars (leading a rebellion) as side hustles. On top of that there’s a literal plague of evil descending, institutional racism is against him, and his Situationship (calling Violet that cuz a lot happens there over two books and I’m trying to cover all the relationship levels) never seems to settle out for more than a month at a time.

Like, of course the decision making is not always on point. The man doesn’t even have a fully developed pre-frontal cortex yet and he hasn’t slept the recommended amount in 6 years.

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When I say I would froth at the mouth if that is in the revival I need yall to know I mean it.

Neal in oversized cable knit sweaters

I just think he'd be cute in them

Idk if he'd actually wear them though

I like to think that he becomes more comfortable being more comfortable around his people post-series, including his clothes. Still dressing to the nines a lot of the time, but if he's chilling at home, or out to dinner or whatever low-key thing, he's in comfy clothes

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Final Chapter!

The final chapter of my WC fic is up! Enjoy and thank you!

Sneak Peek:

“Where are we going?” 

Neal smiles at the giggle in Morgan’s voice. When he stopped her after work, asking her to trust him much like she did him for his birthday, Morgan had been skeptical but still put her hand in his. 

Neal is still baffled by how much trust she places in him. 

The weather was cooperating thankfully. Though it was a chilly early December evening, the sky was clear, a few stars defying all the light pollution to blink down at them. 

Neal glances down at his anklet. It was still green but he’d have to be quick. The marshals were getting a bit suspicious with all the late investigations he and Peter were supposedly doing. 

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New Chapter Up!

Chapter 42 of my WC fic is up! Enjoy!

Sneak Peek:

“Neal……” 

“It’s not what you think.” 

“There are only so many reasons to stop by a place like this on our lunch break.” 

“Exactly, more than one. Don’t worry, Peter, I know what I’m doing.” 

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As a countdown to Onyx Storm’s release date, I’ve decided to post my favorite quotes, one per day, in no particular order.

Mrs. Yarros loves a good dick joke and I’m here for it.

I’m expecting many more in 39 days time, ma’am.

That hilt is eight inches—” “Seven,” Dain corrects. “Imagine a man actually shortening a girl’s estimate,” Maren teases.

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New Chapter Up!

Chapter 41 of my WC fic is up! Enjoy!

Sneak Peek:

“He lives!” 

Neal let a smile play on his lips as Peter greets him with that, a feigned look of shock and relief on his face. 

“Ha ha, Peter, very funny,” Neal says, unable to stop grinning. Peter just claps him on the shoulder. 

“So, clearly it went well.” 

“It did,” Neal replied, thinking not only of the dinner and drinks but afterword.....

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Blacklist/WC thought

Okay so I only just started watching The Blacklist and idk if this is an accurate assessment/weird thought but Reddington to me is just older, more violent Neal.

Same love of dapper clothes/older aesthetics, same level of charm, same deep love for their people, same ability to cause absolute mayhem.

Only difference I see is that Reddington is unafraid of guns and can actually throw a punch.

Am I completely off or no?

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New Chapter Up!

Chapter 40 of my WC fic is up! Enjoy!

Sneak Peek:

Neal was saved any more wondering when a glass of wine was pressed into his hand.

Bassam smiled warmly, “Apologies again. My wife is a bit of a worrier, always has been, and my brother has not had an easy time.”

Neal smiled gently “It’s completely alright. If I was in their shoes, I’d probably be the exact same way.”

Bassam sighed a bit and sat on the couch. Neal joined him, spotting Samir on the balcony with his own wine, lost in thought.

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New Chapter Up!

Chapter 39 of my WC fic is up! Enjoy!

Sneak Peek:

Morgan gave a small snort. “He probably was hoping he’d seen the last of me when he moved to PH. I used to terrorize him at the DA’s office. It helped that Donna loves me.” 

“Well, you are very lovable.” 

“And you are very biased, but I accept it.” 

Neal chuckled, forgetting for a moment where he was until someone cleared their throat. 

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New Chapter Up (Early)!

Chapter 38 of my WC fic is up! Enjoy!

Sneak Peek:

“A pleasure to finally meet you, Mr. Caffrey. My name is Mary Abbas. You’ve probably heard plenty of me from this one,” she turned a bit and tweaked Morgan’s nose playfully. Morgan giggled and instinctively brought her hands up, making her look far too adorable in Neal’s opinion. 

He took Mary’s hand and, hoping this would earn him some brownie points, kissed the back of it like an old Victorian gentleman. 

“The pleasure is all mine, Mrs. Abbas. Thank you for inviting me.” 

“Oh, you are a charming one,” Mary replied, withdrawing her hand and shaking a finger at him. Though her tone was playful, Neal sensed an underlying nervousness at the statement. 

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New Chapter Up!

Chapter 37 of my WC fic is up! Enjoy!

Sneak Peek:

Neal isn’t naive. He knows he’s changed, but any parent worth their salt would hear “former conman,” and focus on the latter word. And then promptly force the other party to drop him like a hot pan. 

And the thought of being without Morgan tore at something in him so hard he thought it left actual scars on his chest. 

He even untied his half-knotted tie again to check. 

Which is how Morgan found him. 

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New Chapter Up!

Chapter 36 of my WC fic is up! Enjoy!

Sneak Peek:

“Habibti, this was bound to happen eventually. Our daughter has found love! This is cause for celebration, not worry.” 

“I know, it’s just……..I know our daughter. She does sometimes have her head in the clouds, but at the end of the day, she’s no fool. She will not be taken in because a set of blue eyes bats prettily, we taught her better.” 

“And…….?” 

“But she is my baby, Bassam! And I do not want to see her hurt!” 

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New Chapter Up!

Chapter 35 of my WC fic is up! Enjoy!

Sneak Peek:

Of course, Morgan knew about the altercation. 

She’d hacked into the internal drives in the van (for security reasons, Peter, don’t give me that look) and overheard and saw a solid amount of it, including Neal running into the building with a gun-wielding asshole with little to lose. 

You know, like an idiot. 

So Morgan was less than pleased when the boys arrived back to Pearson-Hardman’s offices.