#December Holiday challenge

[florart98]

A little explanation as to why Jackson has that little decoration in his office.

Firs prompt of the December Holiday challenge 🎉 - Decorating the office

[creators-club]

Welcome to the first '24 Days of Christmas' event for the Creators’ Club. Every holiday, we plan to have a custom event planned. For Christmas, we are hosting a prompt event.

Prompts:

Day 1:

Holiday Words: snow, reindeer, fireplace Holiday Phrase: "All is calm, all is bright."

Day 2:

Holiday Words: mistletoe, stockings, cocoa Holiday Phrase: "Home for the holidays."

Day 3:

Holiday Words: garland, sleigh, twinkle Holiday Phrase: "A winter wonderland."

Day 4:

Holiday Words: chimney, bells, frosty Holiday Phrase: "Silent night, holy night."

Day 5:

Holiday Words: candy cane, ribbon, wreath Holiday Phrase: "Deck the halls with boughs of holly."

Day 6:

Holiday Words: eggnog, Santa, frost Holiday Phrase: "Naughty or nice?"

Day 7:

Holiday Words: nutcracker, sugarplum, scarf Holiday Phrase: "‘Tis the season to be jolly."

Day 8:

Holiday Words: sleigh bells, gift, evergreen Holiday Phrase: "Over the river and through the woods."

Day 9:

Holiday Words: carolers, snowflake, gingerbread Holiday Phrase: "Do you hear what I hear?"

Day 10:

Holiday Words: poinsettia, icicle, peppermint Holiday Phrase: "Walking in a winter wonderland."

Day 11:

Holiday Words: elf, chimney, mittens Holiday Phrase: "Underneath the mistletoe."

Day 12:

Holiday Words: ornament, pinecone, sleigh ride Holiday Phrase: "Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow."

Day 13:

Holiday Words: candy, cocoa, snowfall Holiday Phrase: "Rockin’ around the Christmas tree."

Day 14:

Holiday Words: holly, lights, cheer Holiday Phrase: "It’s the most wonderful time of the year."

Day 15:

Holiday Words: ribbon, present, sparkles Holiday Phrase: "Have yourself a merry little Christmas."

Day 16:

Holiday Words: star, tree, joy Holiday Phrase: "Peace on Earth, goodwill to all."

Day 17:

Holiday Words: tinsel, cookies, glitter Holiday Phrase: "Oh, what fun it is to ride."

Day 18:

Holiday Words: wrapping paper, icicle, marshmallows Holiday Phrase: "On a cold winter’s night."

Day 19:

Holiday Words: snowman, jingle, candy cane Holiday Phrase: "Making spirits bright."

Day 20:

Holiday Words: lantern, cider, log Holiday Phrase: "Bringing tidings of comfort and joy."

Day 21:

Holiday Words: snow globe, sled, chocolate Holiday Phrase: "Under the sparkling lights."

Day 22:

Holiday Words: angel, melody, starry Holiday Phrase: "A child is born."

Day 23:

Holiday Words: gingerbread, carol, magic Holiday Phrase: "Let your heart be light."

Day 24:

Holiday Words: holly, miracle, velvet Holiday Phrase: "As the world awaits Christmas morn."

Guidelines Under the Read More

The 24 Days of Christmas Writing Challenge will officially run from December 1st to December 24th, giving participants the chance to immerse themselves in a festive creative journey. To provide a head start, participants can begin brainstorming and drafting as early as November 18th, though official entries will be accepted only during the event dates.

All submissions must include the hashtag #cc24DaysofChristmas to ensure they are recognized as part of the event. During this time, there will be no regular Creators Club events, allowing members to fully focus on this unique challenge.

All submissions written by followers who are not on the tag list will be featured under user: guest.

Submissions must be entirely original, as AI-generated content is strictly prohibited.

All submissions must be, at least, 100 words.

Each day, a new prompt will be shared, offering participants inspiration to create something festive and engaging. While writers are encouraged to follow the prompts in order, they may use them as flexible starting points for their work.

You do not need to use all the prompts for the day. Just use as much as you need to get the juices flowing.

While there is no strict word limit, all entries should demonstrate thought and effort.

Collaborative entries are welcome, provided all collaborators adhere to the same guidelines.

If you have any questions, please feel free to send @creators-club a question.

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[banesberry-anomoly]

Yall know what time it is

[cressida-jayoungr]

One Dress a Day Challenge

Anything Goes December

Holiday Inn / Marjorie Reynolds as Linda Mason

Another Edith Head design. I always knew this dress just had to be gold! The colorized version of this film is honestly not bad, and they took the trouble to research the actual color of the dress. As you can see in the bottom photo, they faithfully reproduced the color. It also has a slit down the back for easy movement. The silver strip creates an interesting effect like a yoked collar, and it also offsets the deepness of the V-neck so that it is less noticeable.

I'm sure Fred Astaire was glad that, unlike the most famous beaded dress on one of his dancing partners, this one didn't have wide sleeves to smack him in the face!

It's also too bad Marjorie Reynolds didn't have more of a film career, because I do find her enjoyable in this.

[izztreme-art-n-stuff]

Day 21 - Holiday Drink

Jeannie S.? Ya alright? You haven't touched your drink in a while.

Do you ever think this whole holiday is just a capitalist ploy to rot children's brains with things they don't need?

What? What the hell are you talking about?

Oh nevermind....

[jilychallenge2023]

day 14

Enjoy today’s jily holiday piece by the lovely @annasghosts

the Curse on ao3

[rednavierose]

It's been fun!😁

Merry Christmas Everyone!🎄

[cobrastrikes421]

Doodle December: day 25

This edible dormouse is the Christmas gift to her special friend and her friends put her in the present just for fun and she’s paralyzed to the waist down.

@swan-scribbles 

[fake-married-my-dead-fiance]

Disappointing Kdrama Endings of 2024

4 way tie:, Queen of Tears, No Gain No Love, Marry My Husband, and Captivating the King

In order, the reasons for disappointment:

Magic cancer Memory Wipe Surgery (though honestly the last episode was good)

The female lead lost

The side couples got no screen time and the Ex-fiance was THE WORST

Unresolved ending because the writers clearly couldn't figure out what to do (I figured it out)

(@whenthegoldrays December Kdrama challenge)

[i-am-trans-gwender]

No Nostalgia Critic November is over. You know what that means! It's time for Destroy Nostalgia Critic December!

[transgendersyourbeatles]

Hey! Check it out, me and a friend have decided to do a December Holiday Writing Prompt Challenge with one another! Will be periodically updating this!

[alpaca-clouds]

My December Challenges Masterlist

Alright, tomorrow the last month of the year begins and with it there come a lot of fanfiction writing challenges. This is going to be my masterpost, in the hope that I will manage to update this every day and not forget about it halfway through.

I am very hungry right now - so I am going to write for three challenges. My own Fluffcember Challenge with 31 stories for a variety fandoms, @amonthofwhump's Winter Whumperland Chalenge with 12 Stories focusing on Astarion from Baldur's Gate 3 and @justporo's BG3 Winter Holiday Challenge with 12 stories focusing each on different characters from BG3.

Fluffcember will update daily (unless I am somehow prevented from updating). Winter Whumperland between the 1st and 23rd on the uneven days, BG3 Holidays between the 2nd and the 24th on the even days.

I obviously will also post about the stories when they update.

Masterlist under the cut!

Day 01

Fluffcember: Stardust Children Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow | Mina & Soma | 1100 Words

Winter Whumperland: His Shadow Baldur's Gate 3 | Astarion-centric | Astarion/m!Tav | 2300 Words

Day 02

Fluffcember: An Unperfect Gift Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves | Ed & Kira & Holga | 1000 Words

BG Winter Holiday Challenge: The Best View In The City Baldur's Gate 3 | Astarion/m!Tav | 2000 Words

Day 03

Fluffcember: Buona Notte SK8 THE INFINITY | Reki/Langa | 500 Words Winter Whumperland: His Punishment Baldur's Gate 3 | Astarion-centric | 2000 Words

Day 04

Fluffcember: Russian Winters Yuuri!! On Ice | Victor/Yuuri | 1100 Words BG3 Winter Holiday Challenge: Memories of Childhood Baldur's Gate 3 | Karlach/Shadowheart/Wyll | 1000 Words

Day 05

Fluffcember: The Meaning of Family Castlevania: Nocturne | Richter & Maria & Tera | 1500 Words Winter Whumperland: His Past Baldur's Gate 3 | Astarion & Original Female Charater | 2000 Words

Day 06

Fluffcember: Winter Days Baldur's Gate 3 | Halsin & Scratch | 1200 Words BG3 Winter Holiday Challenge: Reflections in the Moonlight Baldur's Gate 3 | Aylin/Isobel | 1100 Words

Day 07

Fluffcember: Caffeine Addiction Digimon Tamers | Yamaki/Reika | 1000 Words

Winter Whumperland: His Guilt Baldur's Gate 3 | Astarion/Original Female Character | 2100 Words

Day 08

Fluffcember: A First Time For Everything Castlevania | Trevor & Adopted Kids | 1300 Words

BG Winter Holiday Challenge: Children's Laughter Baldur's Gate 3 | Halsin & Tiefling Orphans | 1000 Words

Day 09

Fluffcember: On Thin Ice Baldur's Gate 3 | Karlach/Shadowheart/Wyll | 1100 Words

Winter Whumperland: His Responsibility Baldur's Gate 3 | Astarion/m!Tav | 2100 Words

Day 10

Fluffcember: Like Family Ojamajo Doremi | Majo Rika & Doremi | 1600 Words

BG Winter Holiday Challenge: Cheesy Noodles Baldur's Gate 3 | Tav & Enver Gortash | 3200 Words

Day 11

Fluffcember: Cold Nights Blue Eye Samurai | Ringo & Taigen | 1000 Words

Winter Whumperland: His Ghosts Baldur's Gate 3 | Astarion/m!Tav | 2000 Words

Day 12

Fluffcember: Sweet Treats Castlevania | Hector & Striga | 1600 Words

BG Winter Holiday Challenge: Midwinter Princess Baldur's Gate 3 | Karlach/Wyll | 1100 Words

Day 13

Fluffcember: A Promise of Change Castlevania: Nocturne | Olrox/Dead Lover | 1000 Words

Winter Whumperland: His Wounds Baldur's Gate 3 | Astarion/m!Tav | 2200 Words

Day 14

Fluffcember: The Scent of the Forest Arcane | Jayce/Viktor | 1100 Words

BG Winter Holiday Challenge: Sparkling Wine and Honeyed Berries Baldur's Gate 3 | Karlach/Shadowheart | 1200 Words

Day 15

Fluffcember: Home Again Baldur's Gate 3 | Alfira/Lakrissa | 1200 Words

Winter Whumperland: His Fault Baldur's Gate 3 | Cazador/Astarion | CW: Noncon | 2500 Words

Day 16

Fluffcember: The Meaning of Christmas Stray Gods: The Roleplaying Musical | Grace/Persephone | 1100 Words

BG Winter Holiday Challenge: Simril Nights Baldur's Gate 3 | Astarion/m!Tav | Tav & OCs | ~4000 Words

Day 17

Fluffcember: Child's Play Baldur's Gate 3 | Astarion & Tiefling Orphans | 2100 Words

Winter Whumperland: His Leash Baldur's Gate 3 | Incubi/Astarion | CW: Noncon | 4000 Words

Day 18

Fluffcember | BG3 Winter Holidays

Day 19

Fluffcember | Winter Whumperland

Day 20

Fluffcember | BG3 Winter Holidays

Day 21

Fluffcember | Winter Whumperland

Day 22

Fluffcember | BG3 Winter Holidays

Day 23

Fluffcember | Winter Whumperland

Day 24

Fluffcember | BG3 Winter Holidays

Day 25

Fluffcember

Day 26

Fluffcember

Day 27

Fluffcember

Day 28

Fluffcember

Day 29

Fluffcember

Day 30

Fluffcember

Day 31

Fluffcember

[stillm0nster]

8 / 31 december writing challenge - holiday edition! ft. @faeriemists 𝐅𝐎𝐋𝐊𝐋𝐎𝐑𝐄 : alternative universe in which aeri is a witch & heedo is the prince she meets after she's given shelter in the castle.

she had just arrived in the castle with a group of refugees, seeking shelter from the cruel plague that was slowly eating at the land behind the tall walls around the castle. a charming young girl who, albeit seeing death up close, had remained as carefree and happy as can be, given a roof above her head and an opportunity to serve the royal family. the way she met the young prince was out of naivete; following the music she heard early in the morning, leading her right to the chambers where he was with his mentor, learning to play the violin. his eyes were warm and curious and so were hers while the two children stared at each other. but realization seemed to have hit her and little aeri widened her eyes, taking a few small steps back, running off to somewhere like a scared wild animal– did she know who she laid eyes upon? maybe the golden circlet on his head was enough of a hint, something inside her told her to run.

the days began to pass, turning into weeks, months, years. she had become a fine lady, a servant for the royal family. but she proved her worth one evening while pouring wine, a gift from a neighboring land they said. heedo was first to try the drink but before the cup could reach his mouth, aeri's hand swatted at his own, the chalice falling from his hand and clinking on the stone floor, the red liquid splattered, creating a mess. it happened quickly, perhaps without her realizing it until moments later when all eyes were on her. “poison… i – i had something like … a vision!” the king has beckoned another servant to come forth and have a taste of the wine. it took no longer than a few seconds for the servant to fall on the floor, convulsing, body turning limp and blood softly leaking from their ears. from that day onward, aeri was no longer just a servant. she was like the young prince’s shadow. by that time, she had saved him and the entire royal family far too many times to count on the fingers on both hands. but there was something between the two of them, an energy. she knew that being with him was impossible, not only because she was a nobody and he was already being talked into a marriage with a princess from a neighboring land, but also her dreams and visions– she had always heard someone screaming ‘run’ when she dreamt about him, but she could never decipher those mesages. and him, the charming prince, never missed a chance to get close to her, yet never going overboard and doing something that would put them both in a compromising situation.

“do you want to go to a ball?” he spoke to her as they strolled down the empty, cold halls. aeri had a smile on her face, knowing that he meant the masquarade ball later that evening. “i will be there, serving drinks.” sadness was laced in her voice. “no, not as a servant– there’s something for you in your room. i’ll be waiting for you tonight, aeri.” with a charming smile, heedo ran off, having duties to tend to, leaving aeri confused. when she went to her room, she found a beautiful dress and a mask that had feathers and sequins all over it. he had sneakily taken care of it all. even for just a night, they could live out the life they both wanted but knew they couldn’t have.

nobody knew who she was– a mysterious princess from a far off land. he was thrilled to dance with her, again and again throughout the night. but as time was passing, aeri realized she had to go back, she couldn’t afford being found out, especially not by the queen, who seemed to dislike her a lot already.  “aeri! wait–” heedo ran after her, grabbing onto her wrist and leading her to a place he thought was secluded enough, a smile gracing his features. “the ball … it was great. i just…” he stopped for a moment, just to make sure there was nobody walking their way. then he watched her for a while; she looked so perfect, she was what his heart yearned for and within a blink of an eye, she was in his arms, lips capturing hers in a sweet kiss. but the act wasn’t long lived albeit desired by both. she had pushed him away. “i’m sorry—” he began, eyes blown wide in shock over his own actions. “why did you do that?!” she was on the verge of tears. “i know it’s wrong and i shouldn’t … i just had to. please, understand me.” that was the last thing he said before rushing off to somewhere else. poor prince, so in love with someone he could never have.

a few days passed, awkwardness lingering around the two while they met and spent time together daily. she was his shadow, after all. but one early morning, someone had the audacity to push the doors of her chambers open and grab aeri by the hair while she was still unaware of what was happening– it was no other than the queen herself, who was furious to know the servant had kissed her son. now, while aeri wasn’t an ordinary human being, she only used her powers for healing and doing good deeds, hence why the queen knew she couldn't mess with her. there was an actual emergency that she had to attend as well, hence being saved from the queen’s rage for now. the king wasn’t feeling well and aeri was summoned to his chambers where his two children and wife kept a close eye on what she was doing. heedo was quite worried because of the state his father was in, he wasn’t fully ready to sit on the throne so soon and he could only pray it wasn’t anything serious. aeri was checking the king’s pulse, a herbal potion brewed specially for the old man. she knew it wasn’t good when he threw up black liquid after drinking the potion. “it’s the plague! none of you had touched him today – right?!” she turned to the other three, making sure they haven’t done that, gaze lingering on heedo for a while. they all denied that and she suggested they leave the room right at that moment and not let anyone else come in, order to behead whoever else had contact with the king in the past few hours. “what about you?” heedo asked her, noticing the way she tried to hide her arm. there was a dark mark that surfaced on her wrist after being in close contact with the king, just like the marks on the old man’s body. she knew this won’t affect her in the long run ( she knew what she was already ). but he? he was concerned about her. “i’ll be fine, now go.” he didn’t. heedo managed to push out his mother and sister, locking the doors behind. “i helped him earlier…” pulling up his sleeve, heedo revealed his arm, having the exact same mark as she did, only bigger. it meant him, just like the king, was doomed to die sooner than later.

“no…” she couldn’t believe it, and he was irritatingly calm, an annoying yet charming smile on his face. heedo already thought that both of them will find each other when they pass, maybe have a life in which they can be together. he had dragged her to the small living room beside the king's bedroom. the fireplace was bright and warm, contrasting with the sight outside– it had started snowing. heedo sat near the fireplace and sighed, watching the portrait of his family hanging on the wall above so majestically. it was a life worth living, even though he wasn’t that old yet. “i can’t wait to meet you again.” he spoke, patting the space beside him for her to sit. aeri lowered herself beside him, leaning into him. she was feeling a bit weak but that was only a momentary state and she would be back to normal soon but heedo? he couldn’t be saved from the plague. he held her close, the silence more deafening than ever. “why did you have to do this, heedo…” she had begun crying, tears thicker than water and redder than the finest wine. “it’s okay, i prefer to die than to have to live a life i wouldn’t be fully enjoying…” he was utterly selfish, leaving an entire kingdom without a ruler, leaving his fianceé a widow. aeri couldn’t bring herself to tell him the truth of her immortality, hence the tears that kept on trickling down her cheeks, staining them red. “shh… do you want to have one last dance?” he had suggested, which brought utter confusion to her. “there’s no music.” she mumbled, looking up at him as if she expected he had a solution for that. “just listen to the beat of my heart.” he reached over and wiped her face clean with the delicate fabric of his sleeves. then the two slowly raised to their feet, sinking into each other’s embrace and began swaying to the rhythm of his heart. it lasted for a long time, their last dance, until they both collapsed on the floor, lifeless.

aeri stirred when it was that time of day, shortly after a sunrise, the sun rays bathing the entire kingdom in gold – the golden hour ( she had met him during the same time back then ). the rays of the sun tickled her eyes and she soon awoke, coming to her senses. the warm hands that she held into her own, were now colder than ever and the chest on which her head was resting was no longer heaving, the heart inside no longer beating. then it hit her – heedo was dead. the first man she had ever loved was dead and she couldn’t do anything. maybe she should have ran when she was first told so in her dreams.  

[poorslaindoll]

Drawcember day 14

Prompt list by me :)

Outside and inside of the CUTEST thing I have ever made. I wanna print this out and give it to someone… but I’m out of colored ink ;~;

[izztreme-art-n-stuff]

Day 16 - Favorite Holiday Movie

So many words....

[jilychallenge2023]

26 December 2023

Since it's Boxingday, we have a whole load of goodies for you. A lovely fic by @eastwindmlk : Lucky Charm and another one by @nena-96 : Cold Hands and a Warm Heart Read and Enjoy on ao3.

Some jily songs we got sent by you all to enjoy

From @sofargoneao3 Song: Wonderland 😭

From @thecasualauthor18 A song that absolutely makes me think of Jily is "Love Love Love," by Avalanche City.

and from our lovely @chiechie97 song: This December, by Ricky Montgomery