#☼*・゚ Interaction — ↳ essek thelyss
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@mythlike asked: "Would Caleb still love Essek if he was a worm?" // unprompted;; always open
“Ja, of course,” Caleb's head tilts to the side, blue eyes narrowing slightly as he studies his beloved drow with a curious expression. ��I carried you around Aeor as a fish, why would a worm be any different? Unless… are you a worm forever? And what kind of worm? A small garden worm? A giant Kryn worm?”
#☼*・゚ Friends — ↳ mythlike#☼*・゚ Interaction — ↳ essek thelyss#☼*・゚ Verse — ↳ the mighty nein#☼*・゚ Muse — ↳ caleb widogast#( i am so sorry i had to answer in character because this was too funny )
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@thelyss asked: "∗ 17﹕ sender and receiver cook together ." // 100 nonverbal prompts;; open
A rich aroma of simmering spices wafts through the kitchen as Fjord carefully stirs a bubbling pot of hearty stew, following Essek's precise instructions. Garlic, onion, and chunks of meat mingled in a savory broth. Across the room, he can hear Jester humming a tune to herself as she sits curled up on the cushioned window seat. Dappled in sunlight, illuminating her blue hands as they deftly sketched and shaded an intricate drawing.
He sprinkles in the herbs, watching as they disappear into the simmering liquid. “There’s not much call for cooking out on the sea, but I’m happy to lend a hand.” Though admittedly, Caduceus may have been a better choice for cooking assistant than him.
#☼*・゚ Friends — ↳ thelyss#☼*・゚ Interaction — ↳ essek thelyss#☼*・゚ Verse — ↳ post mighty nein#☼*・゚ Muse — ↳ fjord stone#( queued post. )
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@seeliecourt asked: "#amnesia: send is suffering from amnesia & doesn't recognize receiver." // tagged appropriately starters;; open
Despite all their knowledge and experience, the two wizards should have known better by now than to venture off on dangerous treks alone. While they are highly skilled in magic, the unpredictable nature of their surroundings always held a small percentage of risk that could potentially lead to disaster. Disasters like today, when an incredibly close battle leaves his partner temporarily unconscious.
“Essek!” With a sense of urgency, Caleb rushes to the drow's side, heart pounding in his chest. He gently lifts an injured Essek into his arms, cradling him close as he waits for those familiar violet eyes to open and meet his own. When they finally do, he cannot help the sigh of relief that falls from his lips. “Schieße,” he curses under his breath, gripping him tighter. “Are you alright? I was worried about you.”
#☼*・゚ Friends — ↳ seeliecourt#☼*・゚ Interaction — ↳ essek thelyss#☼*・゚ Verse — ↳ the mighty nein#☼*・゚ Muse — ↳ caleb widogast#( i left it open for you if you want essek to be feebleminded )#( but if you want essek to be able to talk then maybe he has forgotten the last few years? )#( some shadowhand essek )#( totally up to you!!! )
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@seeliecourt asked: "❛ note. give my muse a note saying: 𝒾𝒻 𝓎𝑜𝓊 𝓌𝒶𝓃𝓉 𝓂𝑒, 𝒾 𝒶𝓂 𝓎𝑜𝓊𝓇𝓈. 𝒾𝒻 𝓎𝑜𝓊 𝒹𝑜 𝓃𝑜𝓉, 𝓈𝒶𝓎 𝓃𝑜𝓉𝒽𝒾𝓃𝑔 𝑜𝓃 𝓉𝒽𝒾𝓈 𝓂𝒶𝓉𝓉𝑒𝓇, 𝒶𝓃𝒹 𝒾 𝓌𝒾𝓁𝓁 𝓃𝑒𝓋𝑒𝓇 𝓂𝑒𝓃𝓉𝒾𝑜𝓃 𝒾𝓉 𝒶𝑔𝒶𝒾𝓃." // loud and defending silence prompts;; open
As Caleb's eyes flutter open, he finds his head throbs painfully with each pulse of his heartbeat. Lingering remnants of last night's alcohol-induced haze cloud his thoughts when he tries to remember. And as the human shifts in bed, a small piece of paper catches his eye on the bedside table. He recognizes the familiar handwriting immediately and his evening memories come flooding back in a rush. Essek. That’s right, he was with the Nein in Nicodranas and Essek helped him to bed.
He's not quite sure what he's expecting the note to say when he reads it, certainly not what’s written on it. Caleb reads the note multiple times, over and over again, to make sure he isn't imagining things. Why now? He can’t help but wonder, but it is an afterthought as he tucks the note into his pocket, a surprised smile playing on his lips. Caleb takes a moment to tie back his unruly bedhead, an attempt to make himself somewhat presentable before he speaks with Essek.
Caleb's heart beats furiously against his ribcage as he approaches Essek's door, hand trembling as it reaches out to knock. “Guten morgen, Essek,” he calls out, “Are you awake?”
#☼*・゚ Friends — ↳ seeliecourt#☼*・゚ Interaction — ↳ essek thelyss#☼*・゚ Verse — ↳ the mighty nein#☼*・゚ Muse — ↳ caleb widogast#( caleb absolutely drunkenly flirted )
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for @seeliecourt || post echoes of the solstice
You’ve worked hard to overcome all of this…
Don’t let him get in your head...
Beauregard's piercing words reverberate through his mind, strong enough to shake the memories of Trent Ikithon from their hiding places. He clenches his fists, wishing for the strength and willpower to resist Ikithon's satisfaction in ruining another day of his life. But the pain and anger still flow freely through him, like a raging river threatening to sweep him away. Trent is gone and with him another fragment of Caleb’s stability.
The agony that Trent Ikithon inflicted on him paled in comparison to this—emotional pain cut deep, worse than any physical scars he bore on his arm.
But Caleb hasn't had a moment to process his own emotions, he's been occupied dealing with Veth's wrath over Luc and bidding farewell to the Nein once more. Only when he crosses the threshold of his home in Rexxentrum, can he finally breathe a long sigh, soon catching his expression of vulnerability as quickly as Essek finds him lingering near the front door.
“Essek,” Caleb's demeanor shifts, a glimmer of interest shining through the grief he tries to hide behind a facade, “You’re okay. I was so worried for you, schatz.” He couldn't bear to think of the guilt and regret that would have consumed him if Trent had succeeded in harming Essek too.
#☼*・゚ Friends — ↳ seeliecourt#☼*・゚ Interaction — ↳ essek thelyss#☼*・゚ Verse — ↳ the mighty nein#☼*・゚ Muse — ↳ caleb widogast#( widogast's terrible horrible no good very bad day... )
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for @seeliecourt || birthday blues
Caleb has never been one to relish in his own birthday. He doesn't despise it by any means, but he's always been content to simply humor his friends and partner who insist on celebrating him each year. Not this year, this year feels different. Fifty years have seemingly snuck up on Caleb, leaving him with a strange sense of dread. It feels as if he blinked and half of his life has somehow vanished before his eyes.
Apparently, fifty years is supposedly to be a big deal for a human, or at least that is what Beau tells him, but Caleb finds he views aging a bit differently these days. He doesn’t want to celebrate, instead providing Essek with every excuse in the book about why he’s much too busy with work to see the Nein or do anything special. If Essek sees through his flimsy excuses—and he likely does—he doesn’t push Caleb.
He knows he's been in a brooding mood all day, lingering too long in front of the mirror before class. Caleb scrutinizes every strand of his hair, which is now an equal mixture of silver and ginger. In another decade, it will likely be completely white, just like his ever-youthful partner's. And in the evening, when Essek makes an effort to pamper and dote on Caleb, showering him with affection. Or sneaks up behind him on the couch and presses a tender kiss to that certain spot on his neck, instead of melting into the touch and taking his love to bed, Caleb feels as though he wants to crawl out of his own skin.
It’s not Essek’s fault, and he hates that he cannot simply get over himself and enjoy the affection from his partner who Caleb is still very much attracted to. But his thoughts race at breakneck speed, hurling a barrage of insecurities and doubts in every direction. He can’t slow it down, can’t quiet the voices that whisper their doubts and fears with each press of soft lips. “Schatz,” Caleb speaks softly, earning the drow’s attention, “I know you are trying to celebrate me, but maybe we could just sit and read tonight?”
#☼*・゚ Friends — ↳ seeliecourt#☼*・゚ Interaction — ↳ essek thelyss#☼*・゚ Verse — ↳ the mighty nein#☼*・゚ Muse — ↳ caleb widogast#( another shadowgast induced haze )
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@thelyss asked: ❛i can read your fortune . . . it says you are a nerd.❜ // halloween themed starters;; open
"Guilty as charged." Caleb looks up from the essays with a wry smile, the nerve of Essek of all individuals to call him a nerd. "And here I thought fortune telling required a crystal ball or tarot cards, not just stating the obvious, my dear." Though the human is not doing himself any favors in this argument, choosing to grade papers on his evening off.
#☼*・゚ Friends — ↳ thelyss#☼*・゚ Interaction — ↳ essek thelyss#☼*・゚ Verse — ↳ professor widogast (post campaign)#( two wizards... the nerdiest relationship of all time )#( them <333333 )
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@thelyss asked: "[ scars ] sender gently tracing receiver's scars" // caring prompts;; open
It is not the first time Essek has seen him in a half-state of undress, thanks to the red eyes once upon his body courtesy of Lucien. But their relationship is still very, very new and Caleb’s current state of undress is not even for an overtly sexual purpose. Rather, Essek has agreed to visit, and as Caleb finishes bathing and moves to put on his shirt, he catches the drow's gaze lingering on his chest.
A wave of embarrassment washes over him as Caleb stands there, half-naked, in front of Essek. He's torn between apologizing for his state of undress or making a flirty remark about being caught off guard by Essek's gaze. As he looks down to see what has captured the other man's attention, he is reminded of the large red scar that sits at the center of his chest. The very same wound that killed him. “Essek,” Caleb calls for his attention, “you know this is no one’s fault.” Especially not yours. “You can… touch it if you would like to?”
#☼*・゚ Friends — ↳ thelyss#☼*・゚ Interaction — ↳ essek thelyss#☼*・゚ Verse — ↳ professor widogast (post campaign)#( imagining this very soon after their first kiss in the tower and they have not been intimate with each other yet )
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@astraltouch asked: "[ tongue ] sender and receiver indulge in a heavy makeout that involves tongue" // different kinds of kisses;; closed
The wizard's hand tugs at Essek's arm, drawing him in for a long-overdue kiss. It is a customary greeting between the two, a familiar dance of lips with each reunion. This time, however, there is an intensity to it, a yearning and longing that had been building up during their (longer than usual) time apart. Freckled fingers cupping the elf’s face, tender yet possessive, pulling him closer into a deeper kiss… emotions simmering beneath the surface.
“I’ve missed you, schatz.” His words came out in a soft, muffled murmur against the plushness of lips pressed together. Pausing for a moment to catch his breath, he pulled the other man closer, exploring with his tongue as it traced along the bottom lip.
#☼*・゚ Muse — ↳ caleb widogast#☼*・゚ Friends — ↳ astraltouch#☼*・゚ Interaction — ↳ essek thelyss#☼*・゚ Verse — ↳ the mighty nein#( imagining post campaign rather than au verse )
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starter for @thelyss
It had been precisely one month and twenty-six days since Caleb last laid eyes on Essek, he could easily calculate the hours and minutes as well, but it feels unnecessary. Though their return from their solo journey to Aeor had not been completely devoid of communication, he did receive occasional Sending from Essek and routine updates from Jester. But the chance to see the drow in person had not presented itself until now, when Jester suggested celebrating her birthday at the Lavish Chateau.
Truthfully, he was not entirely sure Essek would show up with everything going on in the mage’s life currently. But here he was, and suddenly Caleb felt like his new bowtie was constricting his throat. The rest of the Nein had already made comments about his new scholarly professor look, as Jester called it, causing a slight flush to creep across Caleb's cheeks. He always hated the attention.
Despite his best efforts, he cannot shake off nerves that have taken hold of him like a schoolboy with his first crush. Beauregard, as always, is relentless in her teasing and taunting. You know he keeps looking at you, she says with a sly grin. You should just go fucking talk to him. Stop being weird. He sighs but eventually gives in, waiting until Jester finishes talking Essek’s pointed ear off before approaching him.
"Hi, Hallo," Caleb greets him, and he can already feel Beauregard rolling her eyes from several feet away. "I was not sure if you would come his evening, but it’s good to see you, Essek. Outside of the context of life-threatening Aeor expeditions, of course."
#☼*・゚ Friends — ↳ thelyss#☼*・゚ Interaction — ↳ essek thelyss#☼*・゚ Verse — ↳ professor widogast (post campaign)#( post t-dock but pre first kiss )
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Essek is the traitor.
The revelation hits like a physical blow. Images flash through Caleb's mind, replaying the conversation through Frumpkin's eyes over and over again, desperately hoping it was all some giant misunderstanding. But in hindsight, it all falls into place like pieces of a puzzle. Essek's shift in behavior over the past few months now rings loud alarm bells in Caleb's head, causing him to question how he could have been so blind in the first place. Now they are left to deal with the fallout and, ach, what a complicated situation they have now found themselves in.
Numerous suggestions are tossed back and forth, each one more terrible than the last, until finally, Caleb convinces the Nein to allow him to talk to Essek alone initially. Jester and Caduceus are overjoyed about dressing up in formal attire—but Caleb cannot seem to muster the same excitement. While he wants to be excited, he wants to be happy for Veth getting her body back, his mind remains fixated on Essek.
As the soft strains of music fill the air, it is easy for him to spot Essek in disguise—Seth—across the crowded room of the gala. He exchanges a look with Beauregard, silently instructing her to keep the rest of the Nein occupied while he makes his move toward Essek. With swift and calculated steps, he weaves through the sea of well-dressed guests, making a wide circle around the banquet hall in hopes of avoiding Essek's gaze.
When he finds himself beside their incognito friend, Caleb taps him gently on the shoulder, “I do hope this is not too forward, but perhaps I could have this dance?” He extends a hand to Essek, maintaining a polite facade while his tone takes on an uncharacteristic firmness. His gaze darts around the room, taking note of anyone who may be observing them.
#☼*・゚ Friends — ↳ thelyss#☼*・゚ Interaction — ↳ essek thelyss#☼*・゚Private Verse — ↳ essek travels with the nein#( sorry this one took a lot of words to set up haha )
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for @mythlike
From the moment Caleb accepted the position at Soltryce Academy, he braced himself for the inevitable challenges that would come with it. As the Empire's most prestigious magic academy, it was no surprise that his complicated relationship with Imperial politics would constantly resurface. Today was no exception, as one of his students—a spoiled, ignorant rich kid—began spouting off derogatory comments about the Kryn. As the saying goes, it was all downhill from there.
Caleb had faced this particular student many times before, but today he found himself in the headmaster's office at the end of the day. It turns out that humiliating a student from a wealthy family, who happens to be very generous with donations to the academy, is not well-received. He did his best to put on a brave face and endure the reprimand, while simultaneously holding firm to his belief that such comments on their neighbors to the East were not conducive to creating a positive learning environment.
His jaw clenched as he fought the urge to lash out in defense of his stance. If not just for himself, for the young people of this Empire, the ones Caleb wants to believe will be better. They do not know any better unless they're told. If his words could reach even one of them, it would have been worth it.
As the sun slowly sets, he finally arrives at his home, much later than he had promised Essek he would return. With a tired smile, Caleb is greeted by the soft purr of Emilia rubbing against his leg. Kneeling down to pet her, feels her silky, black fur under his fingers like velvet. “Hallo, Essek,” he calls out to the drow who he assumes is nearby, “I’m sorry for being late. To be frank, well, I got into a bit of trouble at school this afternoon.”
#☼*・゚ Friends — ↳ mythlike#☼*・゚ Interaction — ↳ essek thelyss#☼*・゚ Verse — ↳ the mighty nein#☼*・゚ Muse — ↳ caleb widogast#( sorry for length!! )
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he's a ten, but he will not admit he is very sexy.😔
♢ — send [ THEY’RE A 10 BUT … ] and finish it in my muse’s inbox.
"I suppose in some circles, or to a certain drow, I could be considered fairly handsome when cleaned up properly."
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@seeliecourt asked: "[kissing it better] sender kisses receiver after bandaging up." // non-verbal angst prompts;; open
The human, with a furrowed brow and deep concentration, observes as Essek carefully wraps the last bandage around his forearm. The once pristine, white cloth is now stained with bright red, evidence of the many injuries Caleb has sustained on their perilous journey through Aeor. Their supply of potions is dwindling by the day and the treacherous landscape offers little safety for two wizards venturing alone… it is a miracle they have survived this long.
“We should have brought a cleric,” A nervous laugh escapes Caleb's lips, breaking the tense atmosphere that has formed between them after their recent skirmish. Unexpectedly, Essek leans in and presses a gentle kiss to the bandage wrapped around Caleb's arm. Oh. His eyes widen and he blinks rapidly, the bright blue of his irises meeting his violet gaze. The frozen tundra of Aeor suddenly feels much hotter. Caleb is not oblivious to this… whatever this is that has been building between them, now more apparent as they are alone. And he cares about Essek, quite a bit, in fact.
Caleb has no idea how long they have been locked in this intense gaze before he becomes acutely aware of it. “Danke. I am, ah, so happy you decided to accompany me here. It hasn’t been easy,” his cheeks begin to flush and he suddenly feels as ridiculous as a stammering, love-sick school child.
#☼*・゚ Friends — ↳ seeliecourt#☼*・゚ Interaction — ↳ essek thelyss#☼*・゚ Verse — ↳ the mighty nein#☼*・゚ Muse — ↳ caleb widogast#( set during their trip back to aeor and caleb is pining so hard.... )
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Caleb's lips curl into a grin against Essek's. "As you wish," he breathes before trailing kisses along the drow's sharp jawline. He nips lightly at the soft skin just below Essek's ear, eliciting a sharp inhale. Emboldened, he traces the shell of the pointed ear with the tip of his tongue before taking the lobe between his teeth and tugging gently.
His head is spinning, though whether it's from the copious amounts of alcohol in his system or from Essek's intoxicating presence, he can't be certain. All he knows is that he needs more—more contact, more heat, more of this beautiful drow in his arms. The human chuckles, warm breath ghosting over sensitive skin. "Like this, ja?" he murmurs, punctuating the question with an open-mouthed kiss.
essek feels delightfully pawed at with no thought to decorum, just indulgent desire. he inhales quietly as he's pulled close, and smiles. ❝ thank you, my love, ❞ he says, with a touch of condescension, ❝ you are very gracious. ❞
he adjusts himself against caleb to make sure their hips are perfectly aligned. ❝ now, i will not have you teasing my ears, ❞ he says, as he leans forward, ❝ you will kiss them properly. ❞ essek tries to uphold his aloof persona, but there's an undercurrent of need in his voice.
#☼*・゚ Friends — ↳ thelyss#☼*・゚ Interaction — ↳ essek thelyss#☼*・゚ Verse — ↳ professor widogast (post campaign)#( queued post. )
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