#4d chess baby

[mollyrolls]

i made a general taglist, if u want it. u dont have to though... i know im not that cool.... its whatever.... sigh.......

[circuscountdowns]

I don’t think the crown works like this. added the full pages

[hanzajesthanza]

andrzej sapkowski in the witcher presents his reader with many curious and refreshing takes on the fantasy genre, such as "what if dragons were good" and "what if elves were incels"

[multeasers]

seeing maxi..mum ride get namedropped on the dash is so funny . zag lore drop of when his gender first fluid'ed, he went by max because he got into m.r. through the manga's third volume . by that point the flock had already gotten their makeovers in new york and max looked like a guy to baby zag,,,

[dirtyoldmanhole]

from the first time I read m!Corrin+Gunter's support (after playing rev):

I had always assumed that it was more or less equal to the other support chain from C-A, but there's some worldbuilding gems in here.

(also feelings ;_; )

Corrin: What about your random wanderings around the fortress? Gunter: I could tell when I would visit you that you were not sleeping all that well. Whenever I could, I would make my way to your quarters after hours. I'd read stories to you until you fell asleep, then watch over you as you slept. It looked like I was wandering around because no one at the fort could risk the king's anger. They would have reported my visits had they seen me come directly to you.

that last line really says something about how closely observed Corrin was.

given how things relaxed eventually in the NF, I strongly suspect Gunter (and Jakob/Flora/Felicia/Lilith) rooted out the spies over time, but it would make sense in the first year or two he specifically would have to exercise caution before figuring out who was Garon's people.

Feels like it also says a lot Gunter knew the trap in advance; of everyone in the NF (not including the royals), he's the one with first-hand experience just how lethal a critical gap in that ever-present paranoia could be.

(There's a part of me that goes 'damn, even more respect to him for quietly defying Garon.' which yes, but: what worse could Garon do to him? What's he gonna do, kill his whole family again? I have a sneaky feeling that that style of quiet defiance went a long way to stoking his ice-cold anchor of revenge. In a morbid way, it wasn't all lovey dovey feelsy shit about Corrin, it was that defiance that gave him a reason to stay alive day by day.)

He's also real clever about leaning on the excuse of 'senile old man developing weird habits' - not the first time Gunter's ironically weaponized his age to fool everyone else, or the last. I think this kind of mention make Revelation's eventual reveal even stronger when he's remarkably consistent about hoodwinking everyone on so many levels (including Corrin!).

[allpromarlo]

bobby wagner got cut by the rams? ravens win again

[chisatowo]

I find it funny just how many of my favorite bandori ships are between characters that have had like A event together and literally only one of them is the event the actual reason I ship them. Kokomoca event rewired my brain chemistry for all the others I either shipped them before hand or 4d chessed myself into it after ghfnrkfnf

[beeceit]

sooo... how'd everyone like chapter 29?

>:3

[euphietea]

Obsession

Endo Yamato x Hostess!Reader cw. manipulation. drinking. yandere. dc. syn & genre. [concept piece/warmup. no smut.] Endo has set his eyes on a second masterpiece - a seemingly innocent hostess.

­“C’mon baby, you’re really milkin’ me dry,” Endo whined teasingly as another bottle is ordered to their booth, “Already bought your time, now I gotta buy the bottle?”

You laughed, crossing your legs and batting your lashes, “Why of course~ How else am I supposed to pay my phone bill?” Your most devoted customer here had a bad habit of texting you at all hours of the day and night. It was cute! He’d even brag to you about scamming older women out of their money just to pay you.

Endo sucks in a breath, teeth bared in a grin, “Cold. Fine then, baby, I’ll order whatever is expensive.” Somehow those words felt like a challenge. He’d give everything to toy with you. You both knew it. That’s what he found so alluring about you. For as much as he tried to manipulate you, get you to come home with him, get you to bend to his will, you put up a fight of your own. “You’re an honored guest, but we need to start of slow!” You’d say and “Oh, but surely I’m more expensive than you can afford~?” It was cat-and-mouse. If you’d just let him tap it from the start, maybe he would’ve left you alone. But no.

“And here I am, abandoning my masterpiece for little ol’ you.” Chiika was already far long in the process. Endo didn’t need to worry too much about his masterpiece going astray. He could just gently bap him back into place with a few nudges. You were his newest fixation. He knew you had a certain cruelty he couldn’t ignore. He saw the glimmer in your eyes whenever you drew in some poor sucker like a sailor to a siren’s song. The dark ocean of sneering delight when you had a man hook, line, and sinker only proved that the two of you were cut from the same cloth. You were the object of his desires – a challenge, even. If only you’d listen to him and you’d be perfect. If only you’d let him in.

In his mind, he was playing 4D chess. He pretended to be utterly infatuated to you, to trust him. Then he’d gently guide you into hell with his own two hands. With each stroke of the brush, he’d color you anew. He’d guide you just as much as he’d worship the very ground you stepped on. How beautiful you could be if only you leaned into your carnal desires. To see your delicate hands reach for him in the same, crazed way he reached for you.  

The bottle came around with two glasses. You reached for the bottle only for him to grab your hands, “Allow me~.” If you only listened to his cash, he’d make the money talk.

[but-will-it-blend-daniel]

I honestly love reading unhinged posts about Armand being a mastermind because to me I just am like, yeah he’s manipulative but in a maladaptive coping mechanism way and he’s not even that good at it? Like his primary response is trying to mask and he’s bad at it? When I read devils minion, it really does feel like he’s high key autistic with trauma and has masked his entire existence filling different projected roles until Daniel where he has his guard down because Daniel is not a god like figure to him as a human. Daniel’s interesting enough and connected enough to humanity and things he cares about and doesn’t mind Armand being a weird little blender obsessed gremlin and tagging along as his sugar baby. Daniel chills with this weird pretty boy monster in a way vampires don’t?

I don’t know I haven’t read all the books and he’s fucked up for sure, I just think there are not enough brain cells or the attention span in that beautiful head for like the long game. It’s constant putting out fires and putting off consequences. His way to earn money is literally ridiculous “it’s always sunny”-style schemes (I think I will be obsessed with pirate vampire Armand until the day I die). Like this man is not playing 4D chess, he is just doing anything to not be lonely, to not break internalized rules informed by his making/existence that he projects on everybody, and to not die. All fear based!

[retributory]

i feel like you aren't even an sj fan if you don't fuck with his 4d chess cunt game. this tearful misunderstood pretty boy you've presented to me is not my high cuntess sj. like that's just an oc wearing his clothes. he would not have a baby and become redeemed and softened he would throw himself down the stairs to abort the baby faster because he doesn't think it deserves a chance at life. and then when asked about it instead of giving real reasons he would assert that he hates all babies and thinks they should die and if you disagree then fuck off. he is a hater on a level you can't even DREAM of getting on okay

[galactic-rhea]

in regards to your padme post, what if padme WAS put into the space monk order and groomed by the literal devil alongside anakin? How do you think she would've turned out?

#you can't put tags in asks #but I'm doing it anyways #padme and anakin are some of my favorite star wars characters

The galaxy is fucked. That's it, thanks for your ask. /hj

The thing is that Palpatine is so...insidious (lol) that I fully believe he could groom anyone to be a Darth Vader if he has the opportunity.

Look at Luke, with Luke it didn't work because he didn't have years of manipulation and Luke did have more stable relationships and less all-consumming insecurities compared to Anakin, and a much less dogmatic understanding of bieng A Good Jedi (tm),,,AND LUKE STILL ALMOST FALLS.

Even if you want to take the sequels as canon...He also didn't have the time to groom Rey for years, and still almost succeds.

Padmé saw Palpatine as a sort of political mentor but could realize she was being played, but Palpatine didn't warp her into world-changing views.

But regarding your question, I think it would depend a lot and there's a lot of factors playing, like: Do she and Anakin bond? Why did Palpatine pick her? Or is this a reverse situation? Was she also brough as an older kid or was taken as a baby?

If we simplify it to "She was the one super strong in the force so Palpatine picked her for apprentice", yeah, I think we would have had Darth Amidala, perhaps less ruthless and murderous than Vader, more subtle and way more cold, but...idk, look at the other people Sidious got his hand into (Maul, Dooku).

If Padmé and Anakin had bonded, and Sheev had wanted Padmé as his apprentice, then I bet he would've find some way to get rip off of Anakin and anyone close to her, isolating and cutting away any ties to love or comforts is first and foremost.

Even if Anakin had been another apprentice to Sheev, then Palpatine was in for just some fun games and see how to get one of his apprentices kill, betray or in some way get out of the picture so only the best one remains.

Sheev is an incredible villain because he's always playing 4D Chess and he adapts his plan on the go.

When it comes to AUs like this, I think we're talking about the very human and sad nature that is being vulnerable to manipulation, no matter how smart.

Sometimes we want to think "oh if it hadn't been Anakin, if it had been -insert goodie good character-, things would've changed", but the fact is that no one is infalible. Groomers change their game and attack the weakness they see and adapt to their victim needs, and Palpatine is terrifying in that regard. And is a supporting system what helps people to get out.

Padmé is brave, smart and competent, but guess what, so was Anakin. And I think Palpatine would have exploited her weakness if he had chosen her as a victim instead of Anakin. But so would have anyone else. If Palpatine had chosen Obi-Wan, or Ahsoka, or Quilan, or Ayla, whatever, then we would have ended with a sith apprentice anyways; with their own particular personality and quirks, of course, and less unhinged perhaps because one of the biggest things in Anakin/Vader's views is that he was a slave and he sees the world in a very particular way, but yeaaaah.

If I must think of how could an evil Padmé would be...I think she would be very methodical and unlike Vader, she wouldn't be submissive to her "master" at all, she would plot against Sheev and harbour lots of hate and very little loyalty to him. She has the mindset of a queen, not a slave. In a way, that would make her more dangerous.

And I think she would ha v e some sort of…possesive views? Like, idk how to explain, kinda like how a queen sees a bestiary? Awesome, scary and cool beast to keep in a nice sanctuary, but they belong to her. I get this idea because of that bit from one of the novels, where she thinks that Anakin is like a vine tiger, dangerous and capable of murdering anyone else "but that runs to put his cheek against her and pur.r"

But like Anakin, then anyone can turn back as well and get away from the manipulation, and a sith Padmé could as well!

aLSO, before anyone says something because I'm starting to know how this fandom works... no, I'm not absolving Anakin of guilt, because victims can become abusers and should be held accountable. However, I am praising how terrifying Palpatine actually is when you think about it, literally any other character could've become what Anakin became had Sheev (or any other groomer, tbh) decided to play the cards that way.

Sorry for the long rambling I thing i sidetracked a lot, I hope at least it's a good answer nkljgndfjkgdfg

[yinyuedijun]

But if reader did tell aventurine that the baby isn't his would he be sad it isn't? Would he still take care of her? And then pass out when the baby is born lol different anon but I really like that idea ahah reader's actual response is great too do they close the door to his face too? Is it bad i want aventurine to suffer? XD what if reader does find another rich blond man ahah

HI ANONNN I didn't get the chance to answer this but I wanted to !!!! I was thinking about this and changed my mind, I feel like it probably depends on the circumstances. I never talked about it in translation, but mc does need to sleep with other people for work (and like, he does too lol) so I think aventurine would just assume the pregnancy was a consequence of that. he does really, really treasure them so yes he would take care of them but without the intention of acting as any kind of father to the child (they wouldn't ask him to be, and it wouldn't occur to him). so consequently yes he does pass out when the baby is born and it is CLEARLY his biological child and then the panic of being a father sets in aggghgldhskdjsj 💀 and ykw maybe reader was playing 4D chess in this situation and trying their best not to make him bolt during the pregnancy... LMAO

on the OTHER HAND though if the reader framed it as like. "I slept with someone because I had feelings for them and now I'm pregnant and want to keep their baby" I think aventurine would COMPLETELY lose his fucking marbles lol. it sets him into a different kind of existential crisis where seeing you start a family makes him realizes how empty he feels without one, and how inadequate he would be as a father, and how he's sure that his accursed luck would somehow kill you just like it did the rest of his kin - so it's just as well that you love someone else and are having their kid. this of course does not stop him from spoiling you with expensive gifts and promises of an easy life for you and your child because he cannot fathom any way to make you stay other than financial gain lol

in this scenario, he STILL passes out when he sees that the kid is his, but this time he's a little relieved? because after being miserable for 9 months that he can't ever have a family, surprise! he's actually getting one! (you know, maybe reader was playing 4D chess with him here too 😰)

[krisluxxeeempress]

PICK- A - PILE, HOW DOES YOUR PERSON FEEL ABOUT YOU?

Pile One ( Skeleton Lovers) :

First things first, it's very clear that you guys are lovers however, the card came out in the reverse. I personally hold the lovers card in higher regards in comparison to the two of cups card. Anyone can have a connections but very few truly have a Divine soulmate or Twin flame connection as that is what the Lovers card indicates for me. With that being said, you both are very aware that you have shared many lifetimes together however, the BS has followed with it. I am showing a separation and you guys may not be talking. The masculine in this dynamic feels like they have lost complete control and or, refused to control their sexual desires. He may have cheated or refused to commit! The masculine could have used work as an excuse to avoid commitment and to cover up dealings with another person. ( how typical , yawns) If that is not your case, this masculine could have very well misunderstood your soulmate connection in it's entirety and as a result refused to commit. I see you guys had a sexual relationships for some and for others, where you possibly never met- there was a lot of fantasizing and 4D, 5D sexual encounters taking place for the both of you. Someone could have a fear of commitment or true intimacy due to a previous failed and traumatizing relationship ( yawns again). I am showing either you, them or both of you cannot stop looking at each others pictures, videos, social media or listening to any voicemails that may be saved still. For some of you, your person was in silent competition with you and they are mad you did not compete. This silent competition could be due to finances, career status or positions. It could be competition where you are literally competing for this persons attention, affection and love. So basically, they tried to make you jealous. (yawns again). For some, there was no real competition, all illusion created by them. Others of you, this person was leading you on out of pure ignorance of what your connection really was and meant. Emphasis on meant as this connection could be past tense, as i am seeing someone moving on and no longer wanting to be stuck mentally or physically. Someone is sexually frustrated or both, I see baby oil, dildos which only means one thing masturbation. For some, this person wants to have a family with you, others you already have one and they are concerned that you may move a long distance away or simply, find someone else to start a family with. They are mad at themselves because they knew better, allegedly, but didn't do better when they had the opportunity. For some, you do not have children and may have verbalized this at some point which prompted them to seek elsewhere. You may have had a change of heart, not because of them, but maybe- however, you had a change of heart and now want children but the damage is done considering whatever they did during your separation. Or whatever they did, or didn't do that led to the separation. The Outcome is not being able to move on meanwhile you have. Energy is fluid and so this can change, keep that in mind however, as of right now- it's a strong no.

Pile Two ( XOXO ):

Intuitively, this energy feels like a game. Like someone is playing chess and the other is playing checkers! ( i wrote this before pulling the cards) Let's proceed, shall we? Someone may have a Aquarius or Pisces moon, or moon on 11th or 10th house, regardless- i am getting that your person is completely detached or unable to identify how they feel at the moment. It's giving Linkin' park vibes, " Numb". The cards kept flying on the floor and so this can indicate someone who wants to brush things under the rug or they have a tendency to do this. If you had suspicions about your person cheating or using you for energy, attention or worse sex, it's true. It's hard to tell what side the reader is on because this person either is genuinely emotionally devoid or they have a strong poker face. Interesting i mentioned chess, checkers and now poker. Could be dealing with a Leo or Pisces. This energy seems confusing and all over the place! If this is your person for sure, it looks like they were using someone else until you wanted them or came back to them if there was a separation. I am wondering if Pile One resonated with you. I am also getting if someone claimed that a specific person or group of people were just their friends, the tarot cards and my intuition determined THAT WAS A LIE. This person wants to apologize for causing confusion, lying and either using you for sex or using others for sex until you came back around. I really think you should look into Pile One. You may have found out your position in all these mind games on your own or through this reading but they are mad because it looks like you have moved on or in the process of it. It looks like you are healing, focused on yourself and your financial stability- amongst other things that don't revolve around them and they are mad. They are mad that they lost at their own jigsaw games of BS. They are mad your standards are higher and defenses stronger now. They are mad you will no longer perform oral sex on them as it's clear you are the Goat with the Throat or Tongue, i don't know. They feel like you have moved on with a quickness and somehow it's an injustice. The outcome is only confirming that you have pulled back your loving energy and as of right now, i see no plans of you changing your mind. It looks like you are standing on principle and business. They want to apologize but . . I do not that being effective.

Pile Three ( Love Message):

Wow! this pile started off very strong with the world, death and lovers card all up right. This indicates to me a major transformation as within and so without! It appears like a lot of you are in relationship with the Divine and yourself and "your person" is really mad about this. They are mad you have chosen yourself. This person is realizing that they need you and want to have a heart to heart convo with you but the opportunistic card came out. This is the classic case of " you don't know what you have until it's gone" vibes. If you have no past person mad, this spread is indicating that you are unavailable to anyone past, present or future. Crazy thing is, this unattainable energy you are exuding is making other want to attain you. You are intelligent, stable, solid, and giving off royal vibes. You are committed to yourself and this is extremely attractive to the point, others are viewing you as a opportunity. This can be bad or good, you know this. Others see you as Husband or Wife material and are more than willing to fight for your affections. A lot of you have done the spiritual work to radiate such Divine and Royal energy. People want to be transparent with you, submissive even. They see your worth because you know your worth. There are some people who are mad you are not on their time or making time for them. In addition to, being mad that you do not show emotion! I feel like it was the complete opposite before where you wore your heart on your sleeve and even wiped your tears with the same sleeve. Sidenote, some of you may have a sleeve tattoo or this particular person- who feels entitled to your time and emotions, does. Some of you are just not the same person, it's the simple. You have came back from the dead, a completely new, powerful and fearless person. Whatever emotions you had, have died. These people that want you attention and love messages are going to have to be a magician to revive your emotions back from the dead, haha. You are not mean but you are direct and no nonsense. Some hate it and others love it. Congratulations, looks like a lot of respect, admiration and new beginnings are ahead, for you.

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[starlightshadowsworld]

"If it wasn't for the baby."

Is one of the best lines and the most 4d chess move Peeta could make.

Because the capitol don't care there sending children into a death game.

Katniss and Peeta are 16.

But the second the possibility of an unborn baby is bought into the mix...

Suddenly the capital, the people funding and sponsoring this event where children are killing each other, something they openly enjoy watching.

Suddenly they are outraged.

It's so simple and yet so effective.

Also Peeta said it with so much conviction even Katniss went.. Wait... I'm pregnant?!

[pinkpogiclub]

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jonas involuntarily playing mind games on them 😭😭😭😭 4D chess baby