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I know a lot of you guys don’t want to reblog those posts about the wildfires in Greece because they’re too long, so I figured I would make a shorter post for y’all. 

Here is a link on how to help and what the current situations are, and here is a direct link to the fundraiser.

As someone who has personally been affected by fire, I would really appreciate if y’all could sb this??

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I'm curious. You've drawn Gladio many times with long luxurious, shampoo commercial worthy hair, BUT I was wondering what your representation of him looks like in his awkward more-formal teen to mullet stage? Somewhere between Brotherhood and Game where Iris begs him to cut it it's so awkward.

Oh my gosh, hello love!! It’s been so long, I hope you’re doing well!

So, I have a story for you about your ask. You sent it to me right before I went out of town, so while I was away, I worked on drawing your Gladio for you. BUT! Here’s what happened, I had your ask wrong in my head. Because I only read it once and lost internet for a little while, I thought you wanted to see just teen Gladio with shorter hair, since I always draw older him with long, flowing locks. And only now did I realize what you actually wanted to see. 

So here’s what I drew before: 

And now that I properly re-read your ask, I did a quick (like super quick) redraw to give Gladio the most awkward mullet ever:

IT’S SO AWKWARD, I’M DYING. I hate it so much, both Iris and I want to chop it off. But you’re so right, he would’ve had to have that weird in-between stage when he was growing out his hair. But he’s a pretty confident guy, I bet he would’ve rocked it regardless. I like to think that he started having the shaved sides early on and kept them until he decided to fully grow them out later in his twenties.

This was super fun/awful to draw, so thank you!! I’m still laughing over it. 

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Hello GORGEOUS

I also live for Older Gladio! I wish Square Enix would give us an older chocobro patch because I want to play with them all the time in the main game, not just at the end. I love seeing art with Older Gladio (especially with his amazing mane). All your art is amazing but Older Gladio in your art style is just awe inspiring! Keep up the amazing work! Also, as a side note, what are your opinions on Nyx Ulric?

I’m SO happy you enjoy my older Gladio art! He’s a total guilty pleasure, drawing him is my safe place where all my troubles just fly away. I’ve always loved drawing hair ever since I was a kid, so he’s the best excuse to keep practicing new techniques and hairstyles. I really should get to drawing the other chocobros, but Gladdy pulls me in every time. 

I love Nyx! *happy sigh* That man is just perfection, I could watch him all day. I didn’t actually watch Kingsglaive until after completing the game, so I’m kicking myself for not seeing it sooner to really feel the impact of everything during the game itself. Nyx was a really great character and it hurt to see him sacrifice himself the way he needed to, but he was also such a badass while he did it. 

I’ve never tried to draw Nyx, so you inspired me to make a quick sketch! And I say quick, but I’m me and I have a hard time not spending time on a drawing, haha. Thank you for the ask, hope you like!

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Gladio and Ignis Sketch Commission for @ninemoons42-lestallumhaven  😘

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Oh my god

As you can see I’m a absolute madman

This is a GIF REF BASED ON THE ANIMATION SINBAD!!!!  my most fave scene im laughing so hard cause it remind me of gladnoct moment so much….

I tried analyse each frame before I draw and damn all the details made me love the animation all over again plz guys go watch it again(for the hair porn u know what i mean), and since its a total of 12 frames……i think i can draw those tattoos….

and so i did…(my hand died), a fine end for April shinagians when im going back to Taiwan cause……its gonna be may (wiggles)

Since this is a referenced gif for lolz, this is a free gif for use in countering all shirtless Gladdy you wish to put a shirt on (dontspamtoomuchtho;w;)

(｀ω´) *:･ﾟ✧ Kofi //   (｀ω´) *:･ﾟ✧ Commission

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Okay first - this is absolutely amazing. His facial expression and hair is just GORGEEOOUUSS AAAHH! And second - no one should be giving you any crap about being inspired by a hairstyle that you like. That's how artists grow. That's how art is FORMED. By inspiration, and this hairstyle is definitely not an exact copy- in fact this is a very common style of braid that I actually use for my hair. If anyone knows anything about creativity is that ideas are built upon other ideas. This is really disheartening that someone would make you feel bad for this, especially since it was completely unintentional, and INSPIRED. Please don't let this get you down, Ixi. Your art is a blessing unto us all, and this beautiful piece proves it! Keep up the amazing work!! ❤❤❤

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My love affair for Gladio with majestic hair continues

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Pierced & Fierce - The Amicitias 

I was inspired by all the amazing content that came from Amicitia Week that I had to draw a little love for my favorite sibling duo

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Into the Fray

I completely forgot I wrote this, but this is actually one of my favorite pieces I’ve ever written for Gladnis. Sorry I’ve basically been dead to the world everyone! But have some angsty Gladnis. 

Got this idea after hearing the banter where Gladio supposedly has a girl in the World of Ruin, and I was like - uh...holy shit are they mocking Gladio? Like - if you hear their voices like - WOW? They sound SO sarcastic? Especially Ignis!? I hope I’m not the only one who noticed that so obviously there’s some angst behind it muehehe - and thus this idea was born. If you’re like me and need a way to cope with it - THEN THIS IS FOR YOU! 

First bit of this is the actual dialogue. 

Just some background: I have a headcanon that Ignis left the group for 2 years after Noct disappeared, leaving for 8 of them to train his senses and only coming back when Noct returned. So yeah, hope you enjoy the angst? *SOBS*

FFXV

Relationship: Gladnis

“So, yeah. No wedding just yet.”

Gladio’s words carried in the quiet of the night. The small breeze around them picked up as the four milled around the area. Prompto and Noct were fixated on the small project of hooking up the gas grill, whilst Gladio prepared the tent and Ignis prepared the fire. It was supposed to be a casual night - one of their last before they ventured into the Citadel, but the topic had taken an unexpected turn - a turn that Ignis was in no way prepared for - so he attempted to keep himself silent as they continued.

Prompto scoffed loudly, his voice edging on distaste as he spoke the next sentence, “No wedding EVER.”

Ignis was unable to figure out just how they managed to carry on - but Noct’s next words were anything but approving as the recently awoken King tossed an obvious glance between the two of them.

“Go figure.” Noct jibed, his tone laced with something close to mockery as he focused on the bit of the project. The small pause before he spoke was indication enough that he was surprised - yet didn’t say anything beyond that.

The conversation was weighed down by the false sense of lightness - the topic was supposed to be pleasant, but the tones and expressions suggested anything but, and Ignis clamped his mouth shut as they continued.

“Hey, don’t hate me.” Gladio spoke, and Ignis clenched his teeth, but he knew his outside expression was a perfect replication of emotionless. He couldn’t believe Gladio so effortlessly spoke as such - it was clear he was barely acknowledging Ignis’ presence. Then again, as he thought back to Gladio’s persistence in wanting him to stay behind in Cartanica dungeon, he realized it was likely characteristic. Gladio had a habit of being upfront and ruthless in matters such as these.

“Hate the game. Yeah, yeah.” Prompto spoke up next, and Ignis almost scoffed at the jab.

A game.

“So we can’t expect a formal introduction for some while then.” Ignis couldn’t stop himself from speaking, his voice barely escaping total and complete mockery. He could feel Prompto and Noct’s eyes on him as he continued to fiddle with the small tower he was making with the firewood.

“Yeah, at least, not till all of this is over.”

Again, no hesitation on Gladio’s part. Speaking as though it was the most casual thing in the world.

He should have expected it...but it...still stung.

Gladio huffed in small amusement as he continued, “Can’t take good conscience leave a girl to worry while I rush headlong into danger.”

Noct stared solidly at Gladio for a moment, eyes narrowing just slightly even as the man continued to work on pitching the tent. “Right…”

Prompto was less subtle in the glare that he shot the older man, and he huffed before he indignantly turned his back on him as he rose to fetch the gasoline. “Gee, you oughta teach a master class in romance.”

“Or acting.” Ignis almost bit his tongue - he’d not meant for that to slip out, but the words danced on his tongue even after they’d spilled from his mouth. They were poison - meant to disable the one they were spoken to.

“No acting here. I keep it real with the ladies.” Gladio’s voice carried easily through the space, but it was like shredding through concrete at the same time.

Ignis knew he’d been asking for a fight - stoking the flame - but he hadn’t expected such a quick answer, so fast and natural. He found his limbs locking, his body stiffening at the response. Silence fell over the group, and he could sense two pairs of eyes on him - Noctis and Prompto. He didn’t turn, he clenched his jaw instead, keeping the small twigs locked in his arms.

He couldn’t let it hurt. No. He had known what he did. He expected it, even. His own comment was meant as a snub - he’d wanted some kind of reaction - but the one he’d received rendered him speechless.

The twigs clacked against the ground as he threw them against the small pile - he could sense the tension in the air - he could have cut it with his daggers. Gladio wasn’t facing him - he could sense that much - his back was turned. It was only Noctis and Prompto - likely sneaking glances at him - that he felt on his face.

Without uttering a word, Ignis turned on his feet and stiffly made his way out of the campsite. “We need more tinder. I’ll be back shortly.” Normally, an affirmation would have been needed - but the feeling of eyes staring into his back as he left was all he needed to know that he’d been heard.

He kept his expression blank, refusing to allow the words to repeat in his head. Damn his heightened senses - every syllable - the small variation in his tone - he could hear it all clearly. Gladio had meant it. Meant every word. He truly had let go. Sure, Gladio may still care for him - but only as a friend - he’d cut himself off entirely from the feelings they’d developed.

It’s what Ignis had wanted.

...no. It wasn’t. Otherwise he wouldn’t be walking in this random direction - entirely foregoing the false mission he’d set himself upon. He wouldn’t be trying to get away from the voice that carried in his head, or the piercing golden eyes he could feel on his back as he walked away. He wouldn’t be stumbling slightly as his senses momentarily fled from ensuring that he knew the path before him, he wouldn’t be so utterly distracted...and hurt -

“Hey -”

Ignis whirled around blindingly fast, summoning a dagger in his hand to swipe at the sudden presence that appeared behind him - the grip that had fastened on his wrist before tightened as another hand came up to block the blow.

“Woah! Careful!” Gladio’s voice was like a grate upon his head, and Ignis snarled as he attempted to tug his way out of his strong grasp, the daggers disappearing in a shower of blue sparks.

“What are you doing?” Ignis demanded, his teeth bared when Gladio didn’t release the grip on his wrist. “The tent’s not finished -”

“Shut up -” Ignis flinched at the harshness that hissed between Gladio’s lips, the man tightening the grip on his wrist so fiercely it began to tingle with pain. “What the fuck was that back there!?” He barked, and Ignis could feel the rage seethe from his body heat as he spoke.

“I have no idea what you’re talking about. Release me now, Gladiolus -”

“You know damn well ‘WHAT’!” Gladio bellowed, brazenly pulling at Ignis’s wrist so that he nearly stumbled forward. “What the fuck was that ‘acting’ shit!?”

So, it had gotten to him...

“Merely a statement of fact -” this time Ignis yanked so hard at his arm that Gladio was forced to release the grip, but the vehement twist in his expression didn’t dissipate as he continued. “Seeing as I was correct.”

“And I’m tellin’ you you’re wrong.” Gladio hissed, Ignis could feel his face inches from his as he practically spat at him. “I ain’t actin’, I never did -”

“Why yes, I can certainly see that, now. Thank you for opening my eyes - so glad that she’s worth giving up the facade - lucky girl, indeed.”

“You -”

“Leave me alone, Gladiolus -” Ignis nearly stepped on Gladio’s feet as he shoved himself in front of him, his lips lifted in a snarl as he spat the next words. “Or I will not hesitate to make you.” A pause filled the silence, both parties attempting to keep their hands off each other in the small hope that they wouldn't rip each other apart. Ignis finally receded, the small silence giving him enough time to cool his head a small degree as he stepped back. “There’s nothing more to be said on the matter.” He voiced plainly, turning on his feet. “Return to the site -” He began to walk, paying no heed to the eyes drilling into the back of his head. “That’s the one thing you’re good for -”

“I loved you, Ignis.”

Ignis paused, the words rooting him into place like a statue. He forgot how to breathe, and his limbs felt useless as his arms stilled against his sides.

“I wasn’t actin’. Ever. I -” Gladio seemed to flounder with his words, but Ignis still couldn’t find the strength within him to move. “I loved you so much - and then you - fuck, Ignis - Ignis, you left!”

He could sense Gladio’s movements, the gestures likely wide and helpless as he explained himself. The words were knives - cutting, sharp, and very real with pain.

“What did you expect me to think? You know what - you wanna talk about someone who was acting? - You just - you left - leavin’ me a note. A note for Astrals’ sake! That was it! I got nothin’ else! You left without so much as a second thought -”

“A second thought!?” Ignis yelled back, whirling on him, “Do you recall how long it was before I dared pull against my restraints? It was years, Gladio!”

“Restraints!?”

Ignis’s lips twitched in a snarl, “You had no idea what it was to be useless - useless. Trapped inside myself - never to be left alone - watched - guarded - my responsibilities.”

“You’re sayin’ I trapped you - by trying to keep you safe!?”

“You’d never have let me go!”

“Of course not! You think I wanted to see you go get yourself killed!?”

“You would rather see me kept under lock and key - a fate worse than death.” Ignis hissed, but eventually he sighed, shutting his eyes as he turned away. “Your intentions...were not malicious. I’m aware.”

“Yours were.”

Gladio’s vehement words split the night, and Ignis shot him a harsh glare. “You believe I left out of spite?”

“Why else would you have up and left without so much as a word t’me! Not even a goodbye!”

“I left you a note -”

“A NOTE!?” Gladio’s voice boomed in the vote, his voice cracking as he broke the quieted tones. “A FUCKING NOTE!? You think that was enough!? Something consisting of: “Sorry, Gladio - gotta go - you’re bein’ an asshole and I gotta find my own way. Nice knowin’ ya - ‘cause I’m probably not gonna come back alive” -”  

“I explained very clearly why I had to leave, Gladiolus. Very.”

“Yeah. I got that. Lookin’ for a way out - best way to do it.”

Ignis froze, shutting his eyes in disbelief before he took an incredulous step forward, “...what?”

“You heard me.” Ignis sensed as Gladio fought the silence, a hand rubbing at his arm, and finally spoke, “You were ready to let go, Ignis. You wanted it.”

For a moment Ignis had no idea what to say - but it was then that he realized it was no use. Something inside of him deflated - and he suddenly had no energy. He let out a long sigh, a gloved hand coming up to rub his eyes as he bowed his head. “No. Not at all,” He could feel large amber eyes fly to him when Ignis finally spoke, voice hoarse from yelling, “But you were quick to replace me with someone else. Very quick. I should have expected it.” Ignis straightened, turning to disallow Gladio to see the glassiness in his pale eyes. “I’m not condemning this, Gladio. I - “ He cleared his throat, turning slightly once he found the strength to face him. “I’m happy for you.” It was a boldfaced lie. And Gladio knew it. He could sense it around him. He hadn’t meant the words to hurt him, but it had - he could feel that, too.

“I knew what may happen should I have left. I couldn’t expect you to wait for me forever. But I thought…” Ignis trailed off, hands spreading on either side of him in a helpless gesture. “I thought you would understand why. Why I had no choice. And maybe...maybe if you had...”

Gladio remained silent, Ignis following it with a small sigh, holding back the fierce lump in his throat with the sting in his eyes. “Though...that wouldn’t have been fair of me.”

Gladio huffed - but it sounded more like a choked laugh, “You left, Ignis. I thought you were dead for a good couple years. Nothin’ lettin’ me know you were alive. You don’t know what I went through - I needed help - I needed you -”

“You don’t have to explain to me, Gladiolus.” Ignis silenced him with a hand, sighing before he turned back around, “I was selfish enough to think that -” He stopped himself, words catching in his throat as he turned back around. “No - it doesn’t matter.”

“You think it doesn’t matter?”

Ignis rooted himself in place as he sensed Gladio move forward, his body heat tinged the edge of his personal space, and he almost took a step back, but a strong hand on his arm kept him in place, and he found himself pressing his lips in a thin line instead as Gladio’s presence became stronger. “You think - that everything we went through - what we had doesn’t matter?”

He shouldn’t have been surprised that Gladio had known what he was about to say, so he kept silent, keeping his head slightly turned away even as Gladio’s intense gaze bore down strongly upon him. “It was simply too much to hope for - that you would let me go. I knew that if I stayed...I could never be what I must for when Noct returned.”

“You didn’t say a word about that, Ignis. Not even a word.”

“I know. And it’s because you would have done one of two things - you would have let me go...or you would not have. And had I left against your wish...we both know what you would have done.”

“But - why didn’t you just ask, Ignis? Why?”

“What if you had said no? What would I have done?” He couldn’t see his face, but he felt eyes searching his expression as he continued, desperately trying to make him understand. “If you had said no...I...I wouldn’t have been able to do it, Gladio. I’d rather live with the small hope you might forgive me, than leave with the knowledge of that rejection.” He stated, his voice softening at the end, “Though...it matters little in the end. I was late. And you’ve moved on.”

He heard Gladio let out sigh - it sounded strangely clogged, and his heart ached as he felt the small tremor in Gladio’s grasp on his arm.

“Ignis...I still -”

Ignis’s eyes widened, and he whipped his head around to face him, “Don’t.” Ignis silenced him with a finger, this time pulling back roughly enough that Gladio had to let him step back. “Do not -” The lump in his throat caught his words, and he had to swallow harshly before he continued, “do not say another word.”

Silence fell over the two of them, each staring carefully into one another’s eyes. It was Ignis who let out a breath first, head bowing before he tentatively reached up a hand, squeezing Gladio’s upper arm before he gently released it. With a small breath, Ignis gathered his wits, taking the moment to gently move passed the larger man.

There was nothing more to say.

“You’re still wearin’ it.”

Ignis paused, halting the subconscious movement of his hand reaching for his necklace.

He sucked in a breath, closing his eyes before he tilted his head upwards, allowing the cool night breeze to ease his anxiety before he turned to address the other man.

“I never stopped loving you, Gladio. Not even for a moment.” He finally said, breaking the silence, “I know I hurt you. And the end result was always to be this…” He released a sigh, “it’s not your fault, it’s mine.” Ignis’ voice dropped as his hands fell limply to the side. “But...we must focus on what matters most now. Noct must find his way to the throne. And we must be there to aid him in every possible way.” He finished, letting out a small breath, knowing that Gladio’s full attention was on him.

It was true. At the moment, they could not continue like this. Noct needed them to be at their best. It’d been fought to keep down - not brought up, and though they’d not said a word to each other since they’d reunited, now was certainly not the time to attempt to figure out what had happened...

He knew Gladio was thinking the same, as it took him a long while to respond, “Yeah…” He hoarsely replied after a long pause, and Ignis could sense the drop in his shoulders as he spoke. “You’re right.”

Silence settled over them, a chilly breeze nipping at exposed flesh of his neck as Ignis upturned his head towards the sky. He imagined what it looked like - he knew beyond him was Insomnia - the Citadel. There awaited the fate of the world - but it was too much in that moment - the weight of it too much - so he simply settled for listening as the soft rustling of clothes as Gladio moved beside him, and hoping, that maybe, just maybe, he wasn’t imagining the sound of Gladio’s necklace clicking softly as he moved to stand beside him.

“...Into the fray once more, Gladio.” Ignis’ voice was a small whisper, closing his eyes as the breeze picked up around them.

“Yeah…” Gladio’s voice was a deep rumble of acknowledgement, distant, defeated - but determined, so when Ignis reached for his hand, just a small source of grounding in that harrowing moment, a deep sense of relief flooded him at the contact he’d missed so dearly when Gladio accepted the grasp.

“One last time.”

The grip in his hand became a little tighter in response.

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Chapters: 4/? Fandom: Final Fantasy XV, FFXV - Fandom, Final Fantasy 15 Summary:

In an Eos where the Supernatural Community is treated like the rumors and conspiracy theories of Area 51, Magi, Werewolves, Vampires and Hunters live in a precarious, if delicate balance.

OR.

The life and times of the boys with a supernatural twist.

Featuring: Vampire!Noct, Hunter!Prompto, Werewolf!Gladio and Mage!Ignis.

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Chapters: 38/? Fandom: Final Fantasy XV Rating: Not Rated Warnings: Creator Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings Relationships: Prompto Argentum/Noctis Lucis Caelum, Gladiolus Amicitia/Ignis Scientia

Drabble 38: Two writers - one prompt. How do the styles of these co-authors compare when given the same prompt?

Dragons are amazing - dragons and FFXV? EVEN BETTER!

Basically a fun little thing comparing the writing styles of KiaCoral and DragonGem777! ABOUT DRAGONS! :D :D :D

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11 Questions!

Tagged by the completely and utterly amazing @wildixia!!! :D :D :D

1. What was your first Final Fantasy? (To play/watch/get into)

Hmmm...this one is tough - I really wanna say FFXII was my first that I really REALLY enjoyed - but FFXV takes the cake with how deep in the hell of it that I am hehe.

2. Who’s your all-time favorite FF character?

Ignis. Hands down this man may even be my favorite character of all time.

3. Are you a morning person or a night owl?

NIGHT OWL - Gods, night owl - I cannot stand mornings. *Shivers*

4. What was the most recent movie you saw?

King Kong is on Netflix and UGGHH - those giant bug things creep me the hell out. YUCK.

5. You’re stranded on a deserted island, but you can have one of the FFXV chocobros stranded with you, who would you chose?

Gladio. For sure. Gladio would be able to keep us alive while we try to get help. That survival instinct in him is strong and he’d probably end up making that deserted island into like a luxury island or something like that. That man is capable of anything I swear.

6. Do you have any resolutions for 2018?

Uh...Yeah? I want to try drawing more, and I really want to do super well in college this year. Writing obviously is a big part too, but other than that...I want to be a better person and reach out more!

7. Extrovert or introvert? Or maybe a little of both?

Ambivert! If you don’t know this term then it’s SUPER nice because I think a lot of people can relate! It’s a term for preferring to live an extroverted lifestyle but if you’re in a social setting you’re REALLY good at being social. It’s a perfect balance of extroverted and introverted - which I am FULLY AND COMPLETELY.

8. How long have you been on tumblr for?

Uh...I think now I’ve been on tumblr foorrr - just over a year?

9. Have any favorite youtubers? Or streamers?

Hmmmm...not particularly. I used to like PewDiePie but eh - he’s just kinda annoying now.

10. What’s the first job you ever had?

Babysitting for sure - but I would say my first real job was at a theater - I was a barista supervisor there!

11. Are you a manga reader? If so, what are some of your favorites?

Not really - and honestly I wish I was but I really don’t have time. It’s super unfortunate actually :/ There’s a lot of good stuff out there that I KNOW I’m missing and UGGHH I WISH.

Yay! Here’s a few questions for anyone if they’d like to do so!

1. Have you ever done karaoke? If so which song?

2. Are you more of a reader or a writer?

3. How many siblings do you have?

4. If you could take any of the FFXV characters to tour where you live, who would it be and why?

5. What’s the worst injury you’ve ever had?

6. Which FFXV lady character do you think deserves their own DLC?

7. If you could move anywhere in the world, where would it be and why?

8. How do you think the world will end?

9. If you could have one of the chocobros as your husband, one as your brother, one as your son, and the other as your father, who would be who?

10. Have you gotten into a physical fight with someone?

11. What’s your favorite social media site?

Thanks again! Please feel free to do this even if you’re just scrolling passed! :D

Just gonna tag a few people here for the heck of it! @everythingcouldbedaijobu2k17, @doctorharryemryswatson @domesticfluffsimulator @milkymaccha @chocoboiii @reibyss @miaheartfire

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Back to scanlating the FFXV Official Comic Anthology! 

lmao i confess I did not clean the page really well

You can read previous scanlations here

A major big thank you to my translator shininyan!!!

Ko-Fi Page | Commission Info | Storenvy

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What should have happened after the Leviathan battle :(

based off the little headcanon me and mod peach made.. but a little happier

-Mod Pupper

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hold me close and tell me that I’m enough.