#Harmonic Patterns

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Harmonic Patterns in Trading: Unveiling the Enigma

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Harmonic Patterns in Trading: Unveiling the Enigma

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OH and the Ah ah! Ah ah! Ah ah! Ah ah! harmonizing coming in on agtikbi. WAOGH....this like interlude within the love song pretending to be about jeremy but it's the section that's actually the little love song about jeremy hence what's Reprised, and originally it was "hearing that in the tiny desk concert taking me out as always" but now i'm listening to the obcr and the xylophone & gentle splash of chimes & the horns coming in thank you charlie rosen always & the melody it starts sort of wandering twirling away in & thinking about Thank You Glittery Hearts thinking about christine hugging jeremy amid their dancing together. and the whole song a bop. bmc ;w;

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The top image is a graph of the first nine harmonics of a harmonic series. The bottom image is an x-ray of the inner structure of a conch shell.

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Infernal Shadows 02

Synopsis: Being one of the most powerful overlords in Hell, you like to keep up with colonies and overlord plans. Recently with the new extermination date out, you hold your annual gala sooner than usual. You hadn’t expected to get in the middle of the already heated feud between the Radio Demon and the head of Vox Tech.

Warnings: She/Her pronouns used for the reader, mentions of blood, voodoo?, Angel Dust being a horn-bag, Reader is referred too as Madame to the public. Vox and Alastor feud because I live for it.

Song for this chapter: HAUSER - Adagio (Albinoni)

A/N: I’m so glad part one did well! I really liked this idea and hoped other people would too. As always comment if you want to be tagged and I will tag you in the next post! I wanted this to be three parts, but depending on how much I can fit in this chapter and the next one, I’ll see if I need to make four parts. The song at the beginning of this chapter is meant to be played when the line “ The music picked up” Is read. Skip to 5:35 for it to play smoothly, or as smoothly as possible.

Word count: 3.k or something over that idk I got too lazy to count :(

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Within, the grand foyer unveiled itself, revealing a sweeping staircase adorned with a rich, mahogany handrail in stark contrast against a black and white color scheme. Crystal chandeliers, dangling from lofty black ceilings, cast their brilliance upon white walls adorned with ornate mirrors. Plush Victorian-era furnishings, upholstered in rich black and white fabrics, adorned the parlor rooms, establishing cozy settings for guests to assemble and engage in enriching conversations. Each room murmured tales of a past era – intricately patterned black and white wallpaper, frames gilded in black to showcase classical art, and a subtle aroma of aged wood and lavender lingering in the air, harmonizing with the monochromatic elegance. The guests walking in all marveled at the details of the mansion.

Charlotte and Vagatha both stepped in, Charlotte in awe of the detailing. A shadow figure bent down slightly to offer her a drink, to which she happily took.

“Vaggie this is all so beautiful. I hope I can make a good impression.” Charlotte said, turning to her partner to ease her nerves. Vagatha just smiled, a hand on her shoulder lovingly.

“You’re gonna do great babe, besides, there’s so many people here, if one likes it I’m sure other people will get on board too.” Vagatha said.

“Or they can laugh at you if one person points out how ridiculous it is.” Husk said, chugging his drink before placing it back on the servers tray.

“Thanks for the kind words Husk.” Vagatha said sarcastically. He just shrugged, looking towards the bar area which was practically calling him over.

Upstairs in your room, you stared at yourself in the mirror as your shadows made the finishing touches on your outfit. Draped in a long, elegant black gown that gracefully embraced your commanding figure, the fabric cascaded like shadows. Delicate chain motifs intertwine with the dress, creating an alluring dance of darkness. A chain belt cinches your waist, a subtle nod to your captivating ability to ensnare and command over your shadows. Completing the regalia, silver chain cuffs adorn your wrists, reflecting both power and refinement.

“Madame, the guests are all in the lobby awaiting your arrival.” One of the shadows said. You nodded, stepping down from your showcase, winking to yourself in the mirror before chuckling to yourself. A shadow approaches you, bowing in respect before holding out a tray with your drink, a contrast to your dark colors. You take the glass in your hand, another shadow lightly putting a thermometer in your drink so it’s the perfect temperature for you, fifteen point five degrees Celsius. The liquid is a light yellow-ish green, Lafite-Rothschild, an expensive French wine you tried in 1906 when you were alive. Lifting it to your lips, you take a long sip and sigh, the spicy and earth notes, mixed with a hint of tobacco and red Barrie’s dance on your tongue like a performance of Gavotte. You pull back with a sigh, setting the glass down, a perfect Ridel Vinum Bordeaux, personally crafted for you as the bottom of the glass is a Smokey black, fading into clear glass towards the top.

“Let’s get this Gala started shall we~?”

In the lobby, guests were socializing amongst themselves. Velvet, Vox and Valentino had split for a short while. After the incident outside, the two overlords wouldn’t stop tantalizing the picture box about his fit of frustration dealing with the Radio Demon. From the lobby, there were large crystal doors revealing the back exterior of the house. The greenery was just perfect, with cobblestone flooring revealing another bloody fountain. Vox stood with his drink, speaking to some sinner he couldn’t remember the name of, about how well his business was going.

“You ever get,” Vox asked, eyeing one of the shadows who stood in a corner, white eyes soulless as they held out drinks to guests. “Creeped out by those, things?” Vox asked, turning back to the sinner. He just scoffed.

“Please, they’re always around and as far as I know, harmless.” The sinner said. At that, a shadow appeared between the two, taking their empty glasses and replacing it with new, full ones. Vox tried his hardest not to seem alarmed at this, and took the glass silently, sipping his drink slowly as it floated away. It was then he took in the shadows appearance. They all looked the same. Tall figures, Smokey outlines, but no feel or hands, just a faded end to their limbs. Their eyes were white and soulless, almost as it they were vacant, a shell of what they used to be. There were no facial features, just two white circles and a thin white line for their mouth. Each one however, had a light Smokey chain around their chest, wrapped in the shape of an X.

“What are the chains for then? They’re pretty much smoke, what do they need chains forever?” Vox asked. The associate laughed, but before he could answer, another overlord stepped in.

“They have chains because they’re claimed souls.” Fredrick Von Eldritch says, his sister Bethesda in toe. The two grin, a shadow following behind them with a tray of their drinks. “If you get invited to the gala long enough, you get a personal one.” He said with a wink, gesturing to the shadow behind the two.

“They’re quite cute once you get used to them.” Bethesda said with a smile, cooing at the shadow lightly. Yet, it still remained expressionless.

“Actually, now that you say that.” The sinner says, looking around for a moment. “It’s been awfully quiet with a laugh track being played.” He says, referring to Alastor. Vox just rolls his eyes.

“Who gives a shit about where that old timey freak is?” Vox asks. Fredrick and Bethesda snicker to each other, catching Vox’s attention.

“Probably hunting for his dear Madame.” Bethesda said dramatically, laying her head on her brothers shoulder and batting her lashes playfully. Fredrick and the sinner laughed at his sisters antics, but Vox grew serious.

“What does that mean? He knows her?” Vox asked, to which Fredrick scoffed, finishing his drink before reaching for another off the shadows server tray.

“Of course he does. She died before him, and they’re the closest overlords in time period. Well, aside from Zestial and her.” Fredrick explained. Vox didn’t say anything else, instead looking to the red ‘moon’ of hell, before glancing at the blood fountain. He had heard rumors about being at the Madame’s table, and how she gave the inside to all her projects and plans before the next extermination. Apparently, this year was supposed to be ‘different’ as people had been talking.

“When does this dinner start anyway? We’ve been standing out here for two hours.” Vox said annoyed.

“In a few minutes, Madame will make her grand entrance. She will socialize with the guests as it is polite to have one on one time with them. Then she will spend the rest of the time while the orchestra gets together deciding on contenders to sit at her table.” A shadow walking by said, stopping to stare at Vox. “Madame is always watching.” It then said, turning to serve other guests. Vox said nothing, instead turning on his heel and making his way inside the mansion. How could someone feel suffocated outside? Fredrick and Bethesda said nothing, watching him go, but sharing a glance between each other before making their leave too, leaving the sinner all by his lonesome.

Inside, Charlotte and Vagatha conversed about how she could get people behind her project.

“Maybe if I sing-“

“Please no. These people are too…” Vagatha said, glancing around the room. Everyone seemed too, fake. Vagatha knew Charlotte being herself around these people would do absolutely no good to the hotel, and though she hated telling Charlotte these things, she knew her kindness would be frowned upon, and made fun of. “Serious for that kind of thing.” Vagatha finished, taking a sip of her champagne. She settled for champagne in a flute while Charlotte drank water, wanting to hydrate herself in hopes to calm her nerves.

“I heard that Madame might be making her entrance soon.” Charlotte said nervously, looking around. She half expected her parents to show up, but knew how they rarely liked getting involved in overlord affairs. She’d be surprised if they showed up.

“Then when she does you can try to pitch your idea to her.” Vagatha said supportively. Charlotte just smiled and nodded, hoping someone would listen to her. She had tried practicing on two sinners moments ago, to which they both laughed and called her delusional. The defeat was beginning to get to her, and she hadn’t even started yet.

With Velvet, she began studying the interior of the old-styled mansion. She was trying her hardest to not be too rude about it, but of course she had her comments, but ultimately kept them to herself. Cramoisie, your fashion line, was the top fashion brand in hell, everyone wanted a piece of it. Velvet had never had an article for herself, despite trying her hardest to get something, anything, even a sample. But people feigned for it like drugs. Velvets line was successful sure, but with your validation and guidance, she could become perfection, the same way you were. Everyone in hell looked up to you, shit, you had even gotten Lilith’s praise as she was photographed wearing a custom piece you designed for her. Your work was art in its purist form, and Velvet kept a close eye on her other colleagues to make sure they didn’t fuck your chance up. Velvet had her assistant hold samples and sketches of designs Velvet had been working on, wanting to show you her best work in hopes of winning you over. She could brag about having you support her line, and her fans would die of excitement. Maybe, she could get you to design her a custom piece, or Velvet could design one for you. The possibilities were limitless, if you agreed to meet with her of course. But that was all the more reason why she needed to make sure she had a seat at your table tonight. She needed to get close to you.

“Are you fucking high?” Velvet whispered to Valentino, who just chuckled softly at her.

“What’s the matter hermosa? Just enjoy the Gala, we’re here to have fun right?” He asked with a giggle. Velvet huffed, deciding to find Vox, hoping he could straighten Valentino out. Valentino would not fuck up her chance tonight.

Near the large staircase in the middle of the room, Alastor stood, glass of whiskey in his clawed hands. He smiles, humming to himself while quietly back up into a wall, careful to scan the room quickly before he disappears into the shadows. Then, moments later, appears in a room separate from the gala. It’s a study, your study. Alastor takes a step forward and quickly the shadows in the room seemed to deepen, casting larger, more dramatic silhouettes that seemed to dance on the walls. The interplay of darkness and light only heightened the mysterious allure of the study. In the midst of this chiaroscuro ambiance, Alastor found himself surrounded by an atmosphere that mirrored the complex nature of the figure depicted in the portrait hanging above the fireplace, which was in the far back wall of the study. It was the only light source in the room. Black wooden shelves lined against the tall walls, showcasing famous pieces of literature, all hand picked and to your liking. The fire place, crafted with dark marble, commanded his attention. Above the mantel, a striking portrait of Madame hung, capturing his focus, like a trance. The image portrayed a being universally admired, yet equally feared; someone who elicited both admiration and intimidation all at once, you.

“Hm, hiding now are we?” Alastor asks with a grin, tutting lightly. “That’s not very proper of you Madame~” He says, calling out to you. Seconds later, a dark shadow appears in the corner of the room, taking up the entire corner, before a shadowy figure steps out. Similar to the servant’s out in the lobby, Alastor’s eye twitch’s slightly.

“Oh don’t be so pissy. You know no one gets to see me before my entrance.” You say, the shadow expressionless, but Alastor can hear your tone through the figure, taunting him. He sighs, setting his staff on a slant along his foot.

“And here I thought I could connect with an old friend.” Alastor said with a chuckle, staring down the shadowy figure, hoping his gaze would ease you to show yourself to him. But alas, stuck in your ways, you didn’t show yourself, instead laughing, though the figure did not open its mouth, making your ‘shadow a-presence’ all the more eerie.

“If you really want to speak with me it can wait until my entrance. I should be done soon.” You say, before Alastor just smiles, tossing his staff from hand to hand.

“Well if you’re really going to make me wait, mind you speed the process up a bit? You know it doesn’t take much to make you look breath-taking.” Alastor compliments, but earns a scoff from you.

“Oh please, don’t start with me ‘Radio Demon.’” You mock, before the shadow figure begins to step back.

“Wait, a moment before you go.” Alastor says, standing his staff on the floor. The shadow figure stops, before you speak again.

“Make it quick. You know how much energy it takes to keep this up.” You say.

“So, about this hotel business. I know she’s planning to talk to you about it.”

“Yes the idea you tell me so much about.” You say sarcastically. Alastor had told you bits and pieces about the princess’s project, but didn’t tell you what it was for exactly, leaving you to wonder how important it really was if even he wouldn’t speak on it.

“Well you know how much I crave entertainment. Is it possible to make a request for the seating arraignment tonight?” Alastor asks. You laugh, figure still unmoving.

“Humorous to think you even have a seat. You’ve been gone for what? Seven years?” You say with a scoff.

“You’ve been gone decades my dear, you didn’t even show up to your last twenty gala’s, having your pity shadows do it for you. I doubt you should be speaking on the matter.”

At that, you chuckle to yourself before the shadow begins to back into the corner, black smoke enveloping the corner like a cloud. “I presume you would be correct. Well, I’m off now. Don’t sneak into my quarters again.” You say finally before disappearing. Alastor just grins, stepping into his own shadow, joining the other guests.

The shadows had slowly but, eventually ushered the guests into the lobby, everyone gathering around the staircase as the shadows lined up against the railings, the orchestra playing the music you had specifically requested. You were about to make your grand entrance, something you hadn’t done in centuries. Everyone stood around, awaiting your arrival, the shadows momentarily disappearing to give the guests more space to crowd around. Candles lit along the walls, as well as floating lights appearing going up the staircase. There, the shadows took their place, two on each step on opposite sides, facing each other. The music picked up, the lights focusing at the top of the stairs. Black smoke began to roll down the steps slowly, the anticipation for your arrival growing. The music gets calm for a moment, a larger shadow figure standing at the top of the staircase. It’s larger than any of the other shadows in the room, standing at fifteen feet tall. It speaks in a monotone voice, but loud and commanding.

“Thank you all for your attendance tonight. The Crimson Gala is held once every year to start the new year with all those who survived the extermination. This being said, Madame would like to say her personal congratulations for not being apart of the bloodshed this year. While the past years she has used me to say that she will unfortunately not be in attendance, I am pleased to say that tonight, along with all the new guests, she will make her grand entrance. Presenting to you, the prowess of darkness and queen of shadows, Madame.”

The lights shine bright, and the shadow vanishes quickly. Velvet shushes Vox and Valentino, eyes practically bulging out of her skull to see you. Alastor just stares, waiting in anticipation. Charlie claps her hands quietly to herself while Vaggie just smiles. Rosie sips her glass, eyes waiting to see what outfit you’ve put together this time. At the top of the staircase, a large black smokey circle opens at the bottom of the floor, smoke swirling upwards slowly in a tornado form, smoke getting quicker as it swirls around itself. It gets larger, and guests closer to the stairs have to back up a bit as the wind picks up. Carmilla turns her face to the side, not wanting the wind to mess up her hair too much. Finally, the music picks up again, the peak point in the song, which lasts eight seconds, before the smoke falls to the side in one swoop, leaving you in the midst, now on display for all guests to see. The music continues, the chains against your dress glistening under the light. The music continues the play as you take steps down, looking at the guests. There’s a serious expression on your face, but somehow neutral all the same. Your shadows had added last minute black lace gloves, which went up to your forearm. The bottom of your dress had a lace trimming, as well as the bodice being laced with trim along the bust area. The jewelry was a simple black diamond crystal on a metal chain around your neck, paired with black diamond earrings. The cuff links on your hand remained all the same though. Finally reaching the end of the steps, everyone clapped, now finally being graced with your presence.

Velvet was in awe, staring at you with wide eyes like a child being gifted the most precious thing. Her excitement grew enormously, watching you shake hands and socialize with guests. She had never seen you before, after you had gone ghost for centuries, hardly anyone had photos of you. Hell she didn’t even know what you sounded like.

Charlie was so excited to meet you. She hadn’t seen you in, forever, and was now finally excited to be seen as your equal. Well, that was what she had hoped at least. Having seen a portrait of you in her parents' home when she was younger, she learned of the close relationship between Lilith and you. The anticipation had built over the years, and now, finally, she looked forward to being seen as your equal. Her hope was to hopefully get your support for the hotel, aiming to elevate her standing in the eyes of others. With your backing, she believed people would take both her and the redemption project more seriously, fostering a genuine desire for redemption. Maybe it would even work.

Husk smiled as he watched you socialize with guests. He was glad to finally see you back out again. He never knew why you went into hiding of course, but he never had the balls to ask, so he just stood quiet. When you disappeared, it was after a particularly rough extermination, and he knew something had happened, he just didn’t know what. Since then, the world only had glimpses of you to go on. Some sinners were starting to think you were a myth, since you never showed your face at the Crimson Gala, especially since you were the host.

Vox was taken aback, a sense of confusion and unease settling within him. Your presence had caught him off guard; he had anticipated something different, perhaps an older figure. The unexpected impact left him feeling uneasy, realizing the gravity of your influence. It dawned on him why Velvet had stressed the importance of making a favorable impression. Apart from Zestial and the twins, you stood as one of the strongest and most enduring overlords. In Vox's mind, securing your alliance was imperative for the success of his company. Your potential support would make his endeavors foolproof. Everything had to be flawless – not for any personal reasons, of course, but solely for the sake of his company. He needed you.

Making your rounds to guests, you began to get closer to your colleagues. With a wave to Stolas, and a nod to Zeezie, you run into the Radio Demon himself, Alastor. He grins, sharp teeth getting you. He smiles and nods his head, and you nod back. Alastor takes in your stoic expression, before carefully taking in your outfit.

“My, my, Madame, you’ve truly outdone yourself tonight. Your choice in attire is as captivating as ever – a perfect blend of elegance and sensibility. Quite the spectacle for the grand event, don’t you think?” He asked, holding his arm out to you. You take it, and the two of you walk around the lobby together, conversing.

“Well you don’t look to bad for yourself. Maybe going into hibernation was perfect for you.” You say back, and he grins.

“You’re too kind darling.” He says, dead heart quickening. He puts a hand to his chest, mocking fragility. “Your words leave me breathless my dear.” He says with false dramatics. You roll your eyes and smack his arm playfully.

“Oh please, your ego is quite large enough already, yes?” You ask. He doesn’t say much else, but instead, gently moves you to the side while you look at your shadows, now waltzing around in the middle of the lobby, putting on a performance.

“Did you plan that?” Alastor asks. You shake your head.

“No, but the music is perfect for it, so I let them be. They’re already trapped with me, I might as well make them useful.” You say, and Alastor just hums, a laugh track playing. However, as the two of you walk, his track screeches to a halt upon seeing Vox approach the two of you.

“Madame.” Vox says, nodding his head. His expression is serious, and though you’ve heard of him, you’ve never seen him.

“Ah hello. Vox I presume?” You ask, free hand reaching forward to shake his own outstretched hand. The two of you shake hands, and Alastor can’t ignore the way he fights to keep his smile. Why he could just shove his staff right into that flace faced fuckers scree-

“Alastor, I suppose you’ve met Mr.Vox before, correct?” You ask. Alastor nods with a smile, and you notice the way it stretches almost painfully across his face. It makes you uneasy, but you ignore the feeling. He’d surely tell about what this is about later on in the night you supposed.

“Why yes we have! I’ve made him loose his signal quite a few times.” Alastor says with a laugh, his laugh track playing. Vox doesnt say anything, though he doesnt have too as his eye twitching had given enough away. The two clearly did not like each other. Than again, you had felt the same way about Alastor when you first met him, so the feeling was understandable.

“Madame, a dance?” Vox asked, turning his attention back to you. You thought for a moment, before untangling your arm from Alastors and nodding to Vox, taking his outstretched hand to you and leading you to the dance floor, which now had a couple other sinners dancing as well. Alastor held onto his staff tight, but relaxed as you discreetly slid him a card. In white with black lettering, cursive font. Seat number five. He was invited to your table. Guaranteed a seat. That was enough to have him back in light spirits, now searching out his dear friend Rosie to share the good news.

Velvet had been looking for you all over, her assistant close in toe. She had tried her hardest to get to you when you initially made your enterance, but alas you had been too overcrowded with people for her to get to you. She had heard rumors about how you hated rudeness and disrespect. That meant no interruptions, and no loud speaking, or vulgar language. She was sure to keep herself in check, and that meant her colleagues too. So, naturally, you could imagine her shock upon seeing Vox dancing with you on the dance floor, black dress twirling at your feet. You looked so regal, so elegant, flawless. She wanted to be just like you. She waited patiently on the sidelines, waiting for the dance to end. She could see the two of you having a conversation, but couldn’t pinpoint what about.

“So, I presume you’re one of the, newer overlords?” You asked as the two of you danced. Vox chuckled, leading you slowly.

“New? Well, maybe to you I would be. I heard you haven’t really left your own head for quite some time.” Vox says lowly. You nod, letting him dip you.

“Yes that would be correct. So what are you supposed to be exactly?” You ask, quite unsure of his purpose. Overlords are meant to have a strong leading purpose in hell, so what was his?

“Well, you’re looking at the head of Vox Tech. A software company.” He says, and you hum in understanding.

“So modern technology.” You confirm, and he nods, pearly whites shining brightly back at you.

“You’re looking at the future Madame.” Vox says, spinning you quickly, before bringing you close by your hip.

“Interesting. So, what’s your social influence?” You ask. Vox thinks for a moment, before laughing to himself.

“People have televisions in all their homes. Any piece of modern technology comes strictly from me. With a little mind control, there isn’t any influence I don’t have.” Vox says, noticing a sinner walk by with a smart watch, to which he holds a finger up to you, sending himself through it, and then to another sinner with their smartphone, making his way around the room in seconds before he’s back in front of you, stepping in time for the next number. “See? Nothing I can’t do.” He says with a wink. You nod slowly, looking around the room. Being back out in the spotlight after being gone for so long makes you feel a bit, behind. But with an overlord like this in your circle, maybe this could be a way for you to keep up with the current world, get you back up to pace. The dance finally comes to a close, and the two of you bow to one another, before you summon a card, handing it to Vox. Seat number nine. Vox grinned at you, giving you a nod. You nod back, before looking at another sinner who’s asked to speak with you. With that, you leave Vox at the dance floor, white card in hand. His spot at your table was secured. But, this made his emotions churn even more. What was this feeling he had? He was happy yes, but for the companies sake. But, maybe for once, he could mix just a little business with pleasure.

Charlotte had lost her partner at the bar and had been looking for her for quite some time. However, instead of finding Vagatha, she found you instead. You had seemed to be finishing a conversation with Vox, and though she disliked him, she took her chance the moment she saw you walking away.

“Excuse me, Madame- Miss- Um.” Charlotte said quickly, causing you to stop in your tracks. She got closer to you, now a few inches away. It was then she realized how tall you were compared to her. You were easily around seven feet, or just under that. With your heels that was. You looking down at her made her feel intimidated, small, like the child. But, feeling her nerves rise, she began to ramble again. “I know you probably have a lot to do tonight and I don’t want to take up your time, I just want you to hear me out, if that’s okay with you of course.” Charlotte said quickly, pausing to inhale. You narrowed your eyes at her, snapping your fingers and causing a shadow to appear next to you, singular glass on the tray. It was the same tall shadow from earlier, with the same drink. Again, using testing the temperature of the drink, before nodding to you so you could take it. You lifted the glass to your lips, maintaining eye contact with Charlotte as you drank the wine in one go, putting it down on the tray with a sigh.

“Go on.” You replied, now intrigued. You knew who she was. “You’re the girl with the hotel? Lucifer and Lilith’s child, correct?” You asked. Charlotte smiled, stars appearing in her eyes as she gushed.

“You know who I am?” She asked surprised. You nodded, cracking a small smile for the first time tonight, causing many eyes to stare in shock. You hardly ever smiled. In fact, there were three counts ever of you smiling in hell. Once, when you first got to hell, killing and claiming territory, and smiling once you finally settled down. The second being after World War One, when so many souls came to you seeking ‘help’ yet only being met with contracts. Third, being just before the extermination you disappeared after. You had gone through your belongings from Earth that managed to get brought to you from the surface, and was looking at family photos with one other overlord. Zestial. Now, at the gala, here was Lucifer’s brat, as some would call, making you crack a grin at her giddiness.

“Of course I know who you are. Do you forget I know your mother? You’re practically a niece of mine at this point.” You say, motioning at Charlotte to walk with you. “Now, what is this hotel I’ve heard about?” You ask. She beams at this and follows excitedly.

“OkaysobasicallyIhavethishotelandit’scalledthe’HazbinHotel’whichisforsinnerswhowantobebetterandredeemthemselvestotryand-“ You stopped her, allowing her to take a breath of air after rambling for so long. You lead her outside, finding a nearby bench to sit on. With how quickly she spoke, she needed all the ‘fresh’ air she could get right?

“Why are you speaking so quickly? Also, sinners who want to better themselves? Where would you find those?” You ask with a laugh, the same tall shadow appearing with a glass for you. Again, you sip on your drink as Charlotte collects herself together.

“Usually if I explain slowly people cut me off and I never get to finish, so I’ve gotten used to just saying everything as quickly as possible so they don’t cut me off and actually listen to what I have to say.” Charlotte says, again rather quickly. “Like I was saying; the Hazbin Hotel is a place for sinners who want to better themselves to possibly try to get into heaven through redemption, and I know what you’re thinking, we’ve all died and got sent here, but I believe people can change and that everyone deserves second chances.” Charlotte explained. She saw the look of confusion on your face, and began to speak again. “We already have two residents, who are making strides to be better people every day with group activities and I believe it’s working. If I could just get other people on board, people like you on board who actually believe in my cause, then we can get rid of extermination and maybe save some people here.” Charlotte explained. You thought for a moment, and the fact you hadn’t laughed in her face yet gave her some hope that maybe she had gotten through to you. You stood up, setting your empty glass on the tray before the shadow disappeared.

“Honestly,” You said with a sigh, looking around, your eyes landing on your shadows serving other guests. “The entire project sounds delusional.” You said sharply. Charlotte looked down at this, defeated, before standing as well.

“Well, thank you for hearing me out I guess. You’re the only other person who has aside from Alastor. So, thank you for your time.” Charlotte said, turning to walk back inside the gala, head hanging low with tears brimming her eyes. Maybe it was the connection to her mother, maybe it was because she reminded you of her mother. But, something had to change.

“I didn’t say we were done speaking Charlotte.” You said sharply again. She stopped and tensed up at that, before turning around, wiping a tear that slipped down her cheek.

“W-what?” She asked. You stepped forward to her, putting your hands flat together before smoke encased them. Then seconds later it was gone, and in your hands was a white card. You handed it to her with a nod.

“It sounds delusional. But, maybe someone will like that about you.” You said. She read the card, face dropping once she realized what it meant.

“So, so I can sit with you tonight? I can pitch my idea?” She asked excitedly. You nodded, patting her shoulder.

“Yes you may. I’ll allow you to have your time. You get thirty minutes, there will be overlords and royalty there, I’m sure someone is bound to take an interest in it.” You say. Charlotte squeals excitedly before jumping up and down, clapping her hands.

“Oh my goodness! Thank you so so so much!! You won’t regret this I swear!” Charlotte said, and you just nodded.

“Of course I won’t. I don’t make mistakes.” You say, before walking past her. “Oh, and thank Alastor for that. He was insistent you be present at my table tonight.” You say to her. She’s left standing outside in shock, watching as you walk back into the lobby to socialize with other guests.

It seemed Velvet had finally caught you, rushing her assistant to follow you as she made her way over to you.

“Madame, you look absolutely breathtaking tonight! Your presence here is like a beacon of individuality and charisma,” she exclaims, eyes sparkling. You look her up and down for a moment, stopping in your tracks to listen to her. Something feels, odd about this one. “I’ve been ardently following your unique style for ages, and it’s truly an honor to be in your presence. The way you effortlessly blend boldness with subtlety, it’s unparalleled, truly outstanding. Now, I’ve ventured into a daring new fashion brand, and I can’t help but envision you as the unrivaled star in my collection. Picture it: the illustrious Madame, gracing the world with a revolutionary expression of style. This would be the perfect way to make your way back into the public eye, and of course you would look ravishing doing so.” Velvet said, her assistant handing you sketches of Velvets designs, and photographs of some of her work on her models. “So, what do you say Madame? Will you be the luminary of a new era in Hell’s fashion?” Velvet says. You grow quiet for a moment. Aside from Rosie, you’ve had no other overlord come into the fashion realm, and Rosie is only partially in it as a side hustle, but everyone knows it’s your thing. The designs are things you would never wear, bold and odd colors together, like a child’s clothing line.

“Is this for children?” You ask. Velvet nearly chokes and her assistant tenses up.

“No Madame. It’s modern fashion.” Velvet says cautiously. She knows what she’s doing. Correcting you. No one ever does that. You don’t need to be corrected because you know what you’re looking at. A sad fashion designer who wants you to slap your name on her sloppy work so if it goes up in flames it’s your reputation taking the fall, not her’s.

“So all your models look like they came from a whore house? Correct?” You ask. Velvet’s jaw drops and her assistant hides a laugh. Velvet, inhaling softly, tries her hardest not to cry on the spot. You’re her idol. She can’t fuck this up.

“No Madame! Not at all!” She says, showing you a design she had made personally for you. Based on your other collections, she knows your favorite color is black, so that’s a plus. All she had to do was add a bit more, of her flair to it. It was a black jumpsuit, with a fur coat that dropped down to the knees, black with white fur around the edges of the coat and the cuffs. The sketch wasn’t half bad, and quite frankly better than the others. Maybe it was the forgiving mood Charlotte had put you in. Velvet hands you the design and you skim over it, taking in the details, the hair and eye makeup, the shoes and jewelry notes written on the side. The sketches aren’t bad, but modern fashion isn’t your fashion.

“I’ll consider it. Do you mind if I keep these?” You ask. Velvet shakes her head, handing you the folder from her assistants hands.

“Please, take whatever you’d like Madame!” Velvet says. You nod, flipping through the pages.

“You’ll hear from me soon. In the meantime, I want new sketches of these designs. Modern fashion is fast fashion. Nothing stays memorable that way. You want to be good?” You ask her, and she nods quickly. “Then be better. Modesty and elegance are what people strive for. It radiates power, and everyone is greedy for that. If you can sell that through an item, you won’t ever go out of style.” You say, handing her back the folder, keeping the sketch she’d done for you. Well, at least you liked something. Vevelt nodded her head and watched you walk away, letting out a sigh of relief.

“Um, miss?” Her assistant asked.

“What?” Velvet asked annoyingly.

“She left a card on the folder.”

At that , Velvets eyes snapped down at the folder, before she screamed in excitement. Seat number six. She was invited to your table. Mission accomplished. Now, with only six seats left to fill, you were off to talk to your other guests. The night had proved to be interesting, and you knew your encore would not disappoint.

[kleopatra45]

Aspects of Mercury in the Natal Chart

☌ Mercury Conjunct Other Planets

Conjunctions can be both positive and negative. On the positive side, they combine the energies of the planets involved, enhancing their qualities and creating a powerful synergy. This can result in heightened strengths and abilities in the areas governed by the conjunct planets. On the negative side, conjunctions can amplify challenging traits, potentially leading to imbalances or conflicts if the combined energies are not well-integrated or harmonized.

Mercury Conjunct Sun: This conjunction blends intellect (Mercury) with identity (Sun), creating a sharp, articulate mind aligned with personal goals and self-expression. Individuals with this aspect excel in communication and decision-making, as their thoughts are closely tied to their sense of self. However, they may struggle with over-identification with their ideas or opinions.

Mercury Conjunct Moon: When Mercury is conjunct the Moon, thoughts and emotions are closely linked. This aspect enhances intuitive communication and emotional intelligence. Individuals can articulate their feelings with clarity and sensitivity, making them good at understanding and expressing both their own and others' emotions. There is a natural talent for nurturing conversations and connecting deeply through words. Mercury Conjunct Venus: This aspect enhances verbal charm and intellectual appreciation of beauty and relationships. It fosters eloquence in expressing feelings and a refined taste in arts. Yet, it might incline towards indecisiveness in choices and a tendency to prioritize harmony over truth in communication. Mercury Conjunct Mars: This conjunction combines mental agility with assertiveness and determination. It fuels quick thinking and decisive action, making individuals adept at strategic planning and debate. However, it can lead to impatience or a combative communication style when challenged. Mercury Conjunct Jupiter: This aspect expands mental horizons, promoting optimism, and philosophical thinking. It enhances verbal fluency and the ability to grasp complex concepts. Yet, it may lead to over-confidence or a tendency to exaggerate facts in communication. Mercury Conjunct Saturn: This conjunction blends intellectual rigor with discipline and practicality. It supports methodical thinking and long-term planning, but may also contribute to a cautious approach to new ideas or a tendency towards pessimism. Mercury Conjunct Uranus: This aspect sparks inventive thinking and originality. It enhances intellectual curiosity and unconventional ideas, but can also lead to mental restlessness or abrupt changes in thinking patterns. Mercury Conjunct Neptune: This conjunction blends logical thought with intuition and creativity. It enhances imaginative thinking and sensitivity to subtle nuances, but may also lead to confusion or impracticality in decision-making. Mercury Conjunct Pluto: This aspect intensifies mental focus and depth. It promotes investigative skills and a profound understanding of psychological motivations, but may also incline towards obsession or a desire to control through communication.

⚹ Mercury Sextile Other Planets

Sextiles are positive aspects that encourage cooperation and the easy flow of energies between the involved planets. This harmonious connection facilitates smooth interactions and enhances the beneficial qualities of each planet, leading to supportive and constructive outcomes. The ease of this aspect promotes opportunities for growth, creativity, and positive developments in the areas influenced by the sextile.

Mercury Sextile Sun: This harmonious aspect enhances clarity in self-expression and intellectual pursuits. It promotes effective communication and a balanced integration of thoughts with personal identity, fostering cooperative interactions. Mercury Sextile Moon: A Mercury-Moon sextile fosters a harmonious blend of mental and emotional faculties. This aspect encourages thoughtful emotional expression and effective communication. People with this sextile are adept at balancing logic and intuition, making them good listeners and empathetic speakers. They can easily convey their feelings and understand others, promoting clear and supportive interactions. Mercury Sextile Venus: This aspect fosters harmonious communication in relationships and an appreciation for artistry and beauty in expression. It enhances diplomatic skills and a refined, tactful approach to social interactions. Mercury Sextile Mars: This aspect enhances assertive communication and strategic thinking. It supports decisive action and effective problem-solving, fostering confidence in verbal exchanges and intellectual pursuits. Mercury Sextile Jupiter: This aspect expands mental horizons and promotes optimistic thinking. It enhances intellectual growth and philosophical insights, fostering articulate communication and a broad perspective on life. Mercury Sextile Saturn: This aspect combines practicality with disciplined thinking. It supports structured communication and methodical planning, fostering reliability and effective management of responsibilities. Mercury Sextile Uranus: This aspect promotes innovative thinking and adaptability. It enhances intellectual curiosity and original ideas, fostering progressive communication and a flexible approach to change. Mercury Sextile Neptune: This aspect enhances intuitive understanding and creative expression. It supports empathetic communication and artistic endeavors, fostering sensitivity to emotional nuances and imaginative thinking. Mercury Sextile Pluto: This aspect deepens analytical abilities and promotes transformative thinking. It enhances investigative skills and a profound understanding of underlying motivations, fostering strategic communication and psychological insight.

□ Mercury Square Other Planets

Squares are negative aspects that create tension and challenges between the involved planets, prompting growth through conflict. This dynamic aspect often leads to struggles and obstacles that need to be overcome, pushing individuals to address and resolve the underlying issues. The friction generated by squares can be difficult to navigate, but it ultimately encourages personal development and resilience as one learns to balance and harmonize the conflicting energies.

Mercury Square Sun: This challenging aspect creates tension between intellect and ego. It can lead to conflicts in communication or challenges in aligning thoughts with personal goals, necessitating conscious efforts to balance rationality with individuality. Mercury Square Moon: Mercury square the Moon can create tension between rational thoughts and emotional responses. This aspect often leads to internal conflict and misunderstandings in communication. There may be difficulty in expressing emotions clearly, resulting in potential misinterpretations or emotional frustration. Learning to navigate and integrate these contrasting energies is crucial for improving communication and emotional balance. Mercury Square Venus: This aspect can lead to misunderstandings or challenges in expressing affection and appreciation. It may create friction in relationships due to differing communication styles or values, prompting the need for compromise and clarity in emotional expression. Mercury Square Mars: This aspect intensifies mental agitation and impulsiveness. It can lead to arguments or hasty decisions driven by emotional reactions, necessitating mindfulness in communication to avoid conflicts and promote assertive yet diplomatic exchanges. Mercury Square Jupiter: This aspect can lead to over-optimism or exaggeration in communication. It may cause misunderstandings due to inflated ideas or a tendency to overlook details, prompting the need for grounded thinking and realistic expectations. Mercury Square Saturn: This aspect creates challenges in expressing thoughts with authority or adhering to conventional wisdom. It may lead to self-doubt or a cautious approach to new ideas, necessitating perseverance and clarity in communication to overcome mental blocks. Mercury Square Uranus: This aspect fosters mental restlessness and unpredictability. It can lead to sudden changes in thinking or unconventional ideas that disrupt communication, prompting the need for adaptability and open-mindedness to new perspectives. Mercury Square Neptune: This aspect can lead to confusion or deception in communication. It may create misunderstandings or unrealistic expectations, prompting the need for clarity and discernment in intellectual pursuits to avoid mental fog or emotional manipulation. Mercury Square Pluto: This aspect intensifies mental obsessions and power struggles. It can lead to manipulative communication or a fixation on control, prompting the need for transparency and ethical considerations in intellectual pursuits to avoid mental coercion or hidden agendas.

△ Mercury Trine Other Planets

Trines are positive aspects that create a smooth and beneficial connection between the involved planets, enhancing talents and creating a sense of ease. This harmonious aspect facilitates the natural flow of energy, making it easier to express and develop the qualities associated with the planets. Trines often lead to emotional balance, inner harmony, and an overall sense of well-being, as the supportive nature of this aspect encourages the effortless integration of strengths and abilities.

Mercury Trine Sun: This harmonious aspect promotes clarity in self-expression and alignment of thoughts with personal goals. It enhances intellectual confidence and effective communication, fostering cooperative interactions and mutual understanding. Mercury Trine Moon: With Mercury trine the Moon, there is a natural synergy between intellect and emotions. This aspect enhances emotional intelligence and ease in expressing feelings. Individuals with this trine are likely to be articulate and intuitive, able to communicate their emotions with clarity and sensitivity. They have a talent for understanding and conveying complex emotional nuances effortlessly. Mercury Trine Venus: This aspect fosters harmony in communication and appreciation for beauty and artistry. It enhances diplomatic skills and a refined, tactful approach to social interactions, promoting balanced exchanges and mutual respect. Mercury Trine Mars: This aspect enhances assertive communication and strategic thinking. It supports decisive action and effective problem-solving, fostering confidence in verbal exchanges and intellectual pursuits. Mercury Trine Jupiter: This aspect expands mental horizons and promotes optimistic thinking. It enhances intellectual growth and philosophical insights, fostering articulate communication and a broad perspective on life. Mercury Trine Saturn: This aspect combines practicality with disciplined thinking. It supports structured communication and methodical planning, fostering reliability and effective management of responsibilities. Mercury Trine Uranus: This aspect promotes innovative thinking and adaptability. It enhances intellectual curiosity and original ideas, fostering progressive communication and a flexible approach to change. Mercury Trine Neptune: This aspect enhances intuitive understanding and creative expression. It supports empathetic communication and artistic endeavors, fostering sensitivity to emotional nuances and imaginative thinking. Mercury Trine Pluto: This aspect deepens analytical abilities and promotes transformative thinking. It enhances investigative skills and a profound understanding of underlying motivations, fostering strategic communication and psychological insight.

☍ Mercury Opposition Other Planets

Oppositions in astrology create a dynamic of tension and awareness between the energies of the planets involved. This aspect often highlights contrasting needs and urges individuals to find a balance between them. While oppositions can create challenges, they also provide opportunities for growth and integration as one learns to navigate the tension between opposing forces.

Mercury Opposite Sun: This aspect creates tension between intellect and ego. It can lead to conflicts in communication or challenges in aligning thoughts with personal goals, necessitating conscious efforts to balance rationality with individuality. Mercury Opposite Moon: Mercury opposite the Moon can indicate a dynamic tension between thoughts and feelings. This aspect often brings challenges in aligning mental clarity with emotional depth. There may be a tendency to swing between overanalyzing emotions and emotional outbursts. Finding a balance between rationality and emotional expression is key to managing this aspect and fostering harmonious communication. Mercury Opposite Venus: This aspect can lead to misunderstandings or challenges in expressing affection and appreciation. It may create friction in relationships due to differing communication styles or values, prompting the need for compromise and clarity in emotional expression. Mercury Opposite Mars: This aspect intensifies mental agitation and impulsiveness. It can lead to arguments or hasty decisions driven by emotional reactions, necessitating mindfulness in communication to avoid conflicts and promote assertive yet diplomatic exchanges. Mercury Opposite Jupiter: This aspect can lead to over-optimism or exaggeration in communication. It may cause misunderstandings due to inflated ideas or a tendency to overlook details, prompting the need for grounded thinking and realistic expectations. Mercury Opposite Saturn: This aspect creates challenges in expressing thoughts with authority or adhering to conventional wisdom. It may lead to self-doubt or a cautious approach to new ideas, necessitating perseverance and clarity in communication to overcome mental blocks. Mercury Opposite Uranus: This aspect fosters mental restlessness and unpredictability. It can lead to sudden changes in thinking or unconventional ideas that disrupt communication, prompting the need for adaptability and open-mindedness to new perspectives. Mercury Opposite Neptune: This aspect can lead to confusion or deception in communication. It may create misunderstandings or unrealistic expectations, prompting the need for clarity and discernment in intellectual pursuits to avoid mental fog or emotional manipulation. Mercury Opposite Pluto: This aspect intensifies mental obsessions and power struggles. It can lead to manipulative communication or a fixation on control, prompting the need for transparency and ethical considerations in intellectual pursuits to avoid mental coercion or hidden agendas.

©️kleopatra45

[sinful-mind-joyful-thoughts]

Marcus talks you through it… when he’s feeling nice otherwise the man is just a mumbling moaning mess who will not hesitate to take you however he wants

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Summary: PWP

Warnings: SMUT, hair pulling, dirty talk, praise and degradation

A/n: working on writing shorter stuff so enjoy hope this is good and YES he is the type to tease especially is you say your close ohhh

His rugged breathing filled the room as he pounded into you from behind. The only sounds were your muffled moans and the raw slap of skin on skin. Marcus thrust into you with a relentless, harsh rhythm, his grip bruising your hips as one hand pressed your head firmly into the mattress below you. Each thrust sent him deeper inside you, transforming you into a rag doll for him to fuck as he pleased.

"God, you feel so good," he muttered through clenched teeth. His rough hands tightened in your hair, yanking your head back, arching your spine until your back pressed against his chest. He continued to pound into you, his grunts vibrating in your ear. The sensation of his teeth biting down on the soft flesh of your neck sent a sharp jolt of pain and pleasure through you, causing you to cry out, "Marcus!"

"Yeah, scream my name," he growled, his voice dark and demanding. "Let everyone know who's fucking you like this."

You were getting close, and he knew it. "Move, sweetheart. Fuck yourself on my dick, show me how you like it," he commanded, his voice raw with desire. Both of you were panting, your cunt clenching around him as you sank down fully onto his cock. His warm, rough hands rested possessively on your waist, guiding you.

"Y-Yes... Yes sir, please... I promise I'll be good for you... So good," you whimpered, throwing your head back in ecstasy. You desperately tried to squeeze your legs shut as your orgasm tore through you, your hips canting forward to press your clit even closer to the toy despite your sensitivity. The overwhelming sensation made your body spasm, your thighs quivering with need.

"Fuck, you're squeezing me so tight," Marcus groaned, his grip tightening on your waist. "Keep going, baby. Show me how much you want it."

Your breath hitched, your mind hazy with pleasure. "Marcus... I'm so close," you gasped, your voice trembling.

"Come on, then," he urged, his voice a rough whisper. "Come for me. Show me how much you need this."

"F-Fu-Oh my g-" you cried out, barely coherent as your orgasm ripped through you. Your body convulsed, your cunt tightening around his cock like a vice.

"That's it," Marcus growled. "Gonna come in this cunt, fill you up." His cock swelled inside you, tensing as his seed spilled out, filling you completely. He came with a guttural "oh fuck," driving into you with one final, brutal stroke.

For a moment, you lay still, the only sound your ragged breathing harmonizing with his. Marcus's massive hand trailed delicately along your arm, his touch suddenly gentle, almost reverent. You shivered under his caress, feeling the contrast between his earlier brutality and this tender aftermath.

"You're perfect," he murmured against your ear, his breath warm and heavy. "So fucking perfect." His lips trailed soft kisses along your shoulder, a stark contrast to the rough way he had just taken you.

You sighed, your body melting into his touch. "Marcus," you whispered, your voice filled with a mixture of exhaustion and satisfaction.

He turned you around gently, pulling you into his arms. "Did I hurt you?" he asked, concern lacing his voice as he looked into your eyes.

You shook your head, a small smile playing on your lips. "No, it was perfect," you reassured him, nuzzling into his chest.

"Good," he said, his voice softening. "I want you to feel good. Always."

With that, he held you close, his hands tracing soothing patterns on your back as you both lay there, basking in the afterglow of your shared passion.

[partywithoutsmiling]

Another AU that has been knocking around my mind for a while XD I call it Moonlit AU

It can be summed as such: Pop Trolls are pretty wild bunch when it comes to looks, varying in colours, flocking/fur patterns, glitter, freckles, hair, you name it

It got me thinking, what sort of thing would they find attractive in prospective partner? While singing/harmonizing could be a part of it (and ngl, that did made me think of the Happy Feet movies, as silly as those were), my mind turned towards more physical attributes

Thus, this AU was born- where one of the reasons why Pop trolls like to be most active at night (to party) is that a Moon's Light also allows them to appreciate fur/flocking patterns otherwise hidden, where the complexity and style varies from troll to troll, as is thought to show one's inner self

Contrary to what one would expect from the Princess (and future Queen) of Pop, Poppy's patterns are rather simple- but striking nonetheless, firm and bold stripes, like taking a wide brush to a canvas- straightforward but chaotic in their hardly orderly fashion Poppy struts her patterns; they are unique and dominant among the general showing of swirls, polka dots and flower like spottings She is aware her stripes are not considered the most attractive of features- too similar to that of a predatory critter, too sharp for who is supposed to be cheerful queen of equally cheerful people- but she is a romantic at heart and believes that when it will be time to choose a consort, those physical features are surface-level importance at best, and this is the mentality she has going forward, looking at the glowing marks of her friends and considering them equally beautiful no matter what.

Until she manages to spot Branch one night outside under the full moon light that is.

Branch's pattern, in high contrast to Poppy, is far more complex. Symetrical but delicate in its filigree, and far more detailed than anything the Princess has ever seen before. Usually, Branch ventures out only on moonless nights, as he feels the glow of his marks are too visible, too dangerous to just show out and about, for every dangerous predator to see- and it is purely bad luck when bad weather caughts him outside longer than he would have liked, and Poppy manages to catch the sight of him while he is completely unaware he had been seen.

All her conviction flies right out of the window, as she looks at his delicate patterning and her mind just goes blank and - Oh

Usually she would have called out to him, ask him to come to a party- but she feels mesmerized, hypnotized by the elegance of the filigree, and her mind longs for a way to memorate it forever- with a photo, or a painting- and she stares at the entrance of his bunker long after he vanished inside, completely stupefied and wrong footed.

Before, Poppy hardly ever gave Branch a thought, when it came to this part of Pop Troll culture; as part of her, guiltily, sort of assumed that with his lack of colour, his patterning would be rather bland as well- and besides, it's not like he ever shown a desire to participate in courting dances.

But now she is left with sudden new, and unexpected feeling- her heart and breath going now a bit faster everytime she catches a glimpse of him from now on, her cheeks flushing and her tail wagging in excitement

(Her desk's drawer is filled with failed cut out scrapbook pieces of leaves and tiny detailed filigree, as she attempts to journal her sudden and new discover and cant get it quite right)

Tldr; Pop Trolls have fur/flocking patterns that appear only under the moon's light, and Poppy finds Branch's so irresistibly attractive she hardly knows what to do with herself

This pushes her to try and spend more time with him- just spend time with him, no trying to push him to go to parties with her or trying to get him to sing or hug

For his part, Branch is both secretly pleased his own crush is now paying more attention to him than to Creek (who is not happy with this development) but also holy shit Poppy is paying more attention to him, so it is kind of unnerving for him, freaking him out

[occamstfs]

Ramadan Recitations

Here's a Arab/Muslim Cultural TF, figured I may as well throw it up for Eid! May not be for everyone, but may those who enjoy have at it! Happy Eid! -Occam

It’s the end of March and Allen’s roommate has been listening to the Quran out loud for the length of Ramadan. He’s out of town for the weekend and Allen is uncomfortable sitting alone in the silence of their apartment. Now that he hasn’t heard the consistent background melodies of a recitation in a couple days he realizes what delight they brought him. He goes to find the playlist that Mo had been using. Suddenly feeling the golden cross that hangs from his neck everyday he briefly reconsiders before deciding to put on the recitation anyway. Jesus is in the Quran right? It’s not like there’s any harm to appreciating someone else’s culture.

Assuming Mo wouldn’t mind Allen using his speakers he throws on the Tilawa, Mo would be playing it now himself anyway. Allen starts to work as the reciter begins his melodic reading. He almost tunes it out as he starts reading and responding to emails in their shared living room. His body sits at ease as the rhythm of the man’s speaking reverberates through him.

Allen doesn’t speak a word of Arabic, but as he continues to type up droll responses to even duller emails he finds himself paying more attention to the verses than work that he needs to get done. As his distraction rises he tabs away from work and decides to take a break and see what exactly the verses that he’s so fond of are saying. He scans a translation but his eyes glaze over as he remembers Mohammad telling him that to really understand the words of the prophet one must read in his tongue. 

Instead Allen just decides to just close his eyes and listen to the deep melodies of the mother tongue. The patterns and unfamiliar tonality provide him a comfort he doesn’t understand. He listens and the song only grows sweeter to his ears, he lies back against the couch as he begins to hum along uncertainly to the music. Allen harmonizes better by the second as he feels some sense of understanding over the distinctively not western scales, however he doesn’t notice as the chain of his necklace breaks, falling to the floor. He doesn’t hear the cross hit the floor instead remaining focused on his serene enjoyment of the man singing scripture to him.

Continuing to hum along, Allen notices that despite trying to keep a steady note, his tone seems to be getting deeper. He clears his throat and finds it’s not only his humming but his voice entire that has lowered in pitch. He rises from his serene reverie to go and find some medicine worried now that he is coming down with the flu. Standing he also notices that the temperature seems as if it’s rising in the apartment as well. Allen goes to grab some medicine, under his breath saying “inshallah I’m not sick eh?” Mo had been teaching him Arabic for some time now, but he always avoiding using it, Inshallah in particular since so many kids who certainly don’t appreciate Arabic culture are throwing it around. At this moment though Allen says it as if it’s an instinct, as if he has been using the language for some time. 

Walking to a medicine cabinet Allen doesn’t notice as the volume increases on the speakers to still reach his ears. Words continue to steadily flow into his mind, standing in front of the cabinet he finds alongside the still increasing warmth there is a soreness starting to appear through the whole of his body. He groans in his deeper voice, feeling his Adam’s apple rest strangely on his throat as he tries to stretch out his soreness. It’s like he hit the gym this morning, though he certainly has not. He takes deep slow breaths as he bends down to work out the pain in his legs and torso, unaware as his body begins to lengthen in height. He feels the aircon blow up his shirt as his midriff is now exposed, he pulls it down in vain before reaching to grab medicine, accidentally overshooting thanks to his added height.

Allen makes his way back to the living room, dry swallowing his flu medicine before sitting back down to enjoy his repose. This time not only does he have an instinctual understanding of the melody and rhythm, but he finds himself knowing what words are to come next in the verses. Surely he hasn’t heard recitations that much right? He doesn’t even speak the language how could he possibly, nevertheless he starts whispering under his breath the words he feels should be next and finds himself right on the money. His whispering slowly grows in volume as he finds himself beginning to sing along with the tapes, “Bismillah al-Rahman al-Rahim…” he continues on with the verse, singing as if classically trained.

He shoves his hand over his mouth in shock and finds another surprise awaiting him on his face. He is perpetually clean-shaven for work and yet all of a sudden there is stubble growing on his face. Allen rushes to the restroom to inspect his face and finally finds something impossible happening to him. He sees the roots of his hair growing darker, pushing thicker out from his head. Not only has he suddenly grown stubble but the scruff on his face is rapidly approaching a full beard. As he clutches at his hair and beard in inspection he finds that the changes are not isolated to his face.

He sees his arms stretch further from his shirt than they did this morning and feels the awkward gaps on his waist and ankles, and feels the air blow against the dark hairs beginning to spread up his stomach and legs. He sees hair thicker than his pubes begin to grow on his wrists spreading indeterminably up his arms. The reciter’s voice grows stronger as Allen inspects himself, his eyes racing from one part of his body to another seeking any sign of normality. He feels an itch in his pits and on his chest as the song rises in pitch and volume. There is a drive in his chest to continue singing along but as he makes eye-contact with himself in the mirror, seeing the blue eyes he’s always loved swiftly staining themselves the color of coffee before darkening even further he knows that there can be no explanation for this other than that man’s voice.

He clenches his jaw to keep himself quiet as he races through the living room to shut off the speakers. His longer legs trip over themselves as each frantic breath he takes begins to expand his chest. Beyond the physical changes to his body he feels a change begin to take root in his mind. Allin feels he must be big, he must be strong. It is as Allah wills it. He stumbles in front of the speakers as he finds himself torn on what to do. He sees his arms darken under the still growing forest of hair on his arms, his biceps tearing his sleeves as they tan. Growing chest hair tickling his shirt he feels muscle surge from his chest as he raises his hand to yank the speakers from the wall. 

The voice of the man singing grows to a din as it is joined by a chorus of other voices within Alin’s head. Thousands of recitations, of songs, the Quran and countless Hadith surge into his mind in a horrible cacophony. He yanks the power cord from the wall and the dissonant symphony within his mind vacates. And Alin is once more left alone with himself, his ears ringing and his vision blotchy. Slowly recovering and laying on the floor he begins to hear himself groan through the tinnitus. Even his moaning sounds changed as the man begins to lose his English vocabulary to learn the only tongue that shall truly matter to him now, that of the sacred book.

He whines to himself switching between eloquent Arabic vulgarities and English more accented by the second, he sees a cross necklace next to him, calling out quite loudly, “Madha? What is this?” Must be a prank from Mo, ach he needs to work on his material eh. Sitting alone in the living room Alin tries to think of what to do to distract himself, both from the silence surrounding him and from the flood of information storming in his head. Suddenly everything becomes simpler when he decides to just do what he always does, turning to the East Alin sees Mo’s prayer rug, always lying out for convenience’s sake. Alin grimaces and briefly considers phoning Mo for his lack of dedication, but upon seeing the skintight outfit he is wearing to pray he reconsiders. He should focus on correcting himself before fretting over even his friend.

Alin closes his eyes once more, languishing in the quiet for one moment before he begins his own, his deep voice ringing out as he sings verse in praise, “Ah, Allahu Akbar.” His chest growing to hold more breath and his pecs begin to surge large enough to honor Allah with his body. He hugs his stomach as he continues “Subhanakal-lahumma wabihamdika-” He feels his biceps pull against his massive chest and almost smirks as he thinks about them, he feels an urge, a desire to flex the them before clicking his tongue at himself to stay on task.

“Subhanna rabbeeyal adheem-” he bends down, feeling his thighs and ass push out behind him, ripping large tears into his pants At the same time Alin sees the bulge in his pants grow larger, popping his zipper and escaping from his pants. He sharply inhales as he feels everything is suddenly more intense. He feels his body grow beyond the limits of his clothes. He feels his already larger cock begin to grow erect and Alin, continues to sing “Rabbana walakal hamd-”

Finally he prepares to do his favorite part of Rakats, he gets to his knees before fully prostrating himself. Continuing the prayer as he feels his beard grow heavier on his face. His forehead touches the floor and he smiles, feeling a warm itch in his crotch as his briefs strain to contain him, pubes spilling out every way, “Subhanna rabbeeyal ‘alaa”

He rises back to seating, the motion creating an intense pang of pleasure throughout his body as he struggles to maintain control of his senses. He ekes out, “Rabbigh-fir lee…” becores cumming in his briefs. He finishes the Rakat in his solid pants before promptly leaving to regain his dignity and change into actual prayer appropriate attire, changing into a thobe and doing two Rak’a ending with a Tashahhud as one is to do.

Ali smiles as he sits in reflection having finally quieted the chaos within his mind. He feels his strong body hidden under the thobe and comforted in his time spent worshiping. His final thoughts before he decides to do another round of Rak’a is a conviction to thank Mo for sending him that playlist of Quranic Recitations. He does not know who he would be without it. Inshallah he shall get the chance to bring his light to others. He rubs his hands down his powerful body as he stands. Wallah, they don't know what they’re missing.

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oh yeah also have to shout out the young queer theatre-enjoyer (as doer or audience) with christian parent experience of "at least i can be in the choir & be one of like 2-4 tenors & enjoy singing harmonies & most of practice is just chilling b/c it's 95% playing the melody 50x for the twenty sopranos who still don't have it down" while also not having to deal with sitting in the midst of the pews or whatever

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𝐑𝐚𝐡𝐮 + 𝐊𝐞𝐭𝐮 - 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐊𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐉𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲 ☪︎⋆

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Rahu and Ketu in astrology symbolize the dual forces of desire and detachment, shaping our soul's journey through life. These lunar nodes reveal the areas where we seek growth, transformation, and spiritual understanding, as well as the lessons we must learn to release past attachments. Rahu represents our ambitions, cravings, and the pursuit of what is new and unfamiliar, often pushing us toward expansion and exploration. In contrast, Ketu embodies our past experiences, innate wisdom, and the need for spiritual liberation, encouraging us to let go of old patterns that no longer serve us. Understanding the dynamics of Rahu and Ketu offers valuable insights into our motivations, challenges, and the balance we must achieve between embracing the material world and nurturing our spiritual growth, ultimately guiding us toward a more authentic and fulfilling life path.

𝐀𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐑𝐚𝐡𝐮 + 𝐋𝐢𝐛𝐫𝐚 𝐊𝐞𝐭𝐮

When Rahu is in Aries and Ketu is in Libra, your soul’s path revolves around embracing individuality, self-assertion, and courage while learning to release past-life attachments to relationships and diplomacy. Rahu in Aries thrusts you into situations where you must develop independence and take bold, pioneering actions. This placement amplifies a hunger for personal power and achievement, often making you feel like you need to stand out or be the first in everything you pursue. What people may not realize is that this drive is not just external—Rahu in Aries forces you to confront deep-rooted fears of failure, inadequacy, or being overlooked. This fear can push you toward impulsive decisions, as you feel an urgency to prove yourself. The key challenge here is learning how to channel this intense energy into constructive, purposeful action rather than reckless ambition.

One lesser-known aspect of Rahu in Aries is the lesson of self-reliance not just on a material level, but also emotionally and spiritually. You may be driven to be independent in the outer world, but internally, this placement is pushing you to trust yourself, rather than constantly seeking validation through external success or approval from others. Rahu's influence can create an illusion that satisfaction lies in achievements or recognition, but the deeper fulfillment comes from mastering your inner strength and cultivating patience. This placement also calls you to find a balance between healthy assertiveness and the tendency to overpower others—learning to be a leader without becoming overly aggressive or domineering is a subtle yet crucial lesson.

With Ketu in Libra, there’s a karmic history of relationships and partnerships. In previous lifetimes, you were likely deeply invested in social harmony and cooperation, often prioritizing others’ needs over your own. Now, Ketu in Libra creates a sense of emotional distance or detachment from relationships. You may feel that relationships aren't as fulfilling as they once were, or you might unconsciously avoid deep connections. This can lead to an internal conflict where you long for companionship but simultaneously feel that relationships are burdensome or spiritually irrelevant. What’s less commonly understood is that Ketu here brings a deep spiritual awareness of the impermanence of human connections, causing you to focus more on personal freedom. The lesson with Ketu in Libra is to harmonize independence with meaningful relationships—learning to engage with others without losing yourself and balancing personal growth with cooperation.

𝐓𝐚𝐮𝐫𝐮𝐬 𝐑𝐚𝐡𝐮 + 𝐒𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐩𝐢𝐨 𝐊𝐞𝐭𝐮

When Rahu is in Taurus and Ketu is in Scorpio, your soul's path emphasizes the quest for stability, material security, and sensory enjoyment while also confronting deeper emotional truths and the shadow aspects of your psyche. Rahu in Taurus propels you toward a strong desire for wealth and comfort, often leading you to seek appreciation through tangible achievements. However, this relentless pursuit of material success can mask an underlying fear of instability or loss. What many may not realize is that Rahu's influence can create a tendency to overindulge in physical pleasures or accumulate possessions, believing they will provide lasting happiness. The challenge is to recognize that true security stems not from external validation but from cultivating self-worth and inner peace.

Ketu in Scorpio presents a karmic journey deeply intertwined with emotional depth and transformation. In past lives, you may have experienced intense emotional bonds or power struggles, shaping your understanding of intimacy. With Ketu here, there’s often a sense of emotional detachment from these extremes, which can be misunderstood as a lack of passion. Many people may overlook that this placement fosters a unique spiritual awareness regarding the impermanence of desires and attachments. You might find that relationships feel less fulfilling, leading to an internal conflict where you yearn for connection yet simultaneously resist deeper engagement. Understanding this paradox can lead to profound insights about the nature of intimacy and the liberation found in releasing unhealthy attachments.

The interplay between Rahu in Taurus and Ketu in Scorpio encourages you to balance the material and spiritual realms. A lesser-known aspect of this dynamic is the idea that your pursuit of physical security can sometimes obstruct emotional growth. You are called to embrace life’s pleasures while also confronting the depths of your emotions, recognizing that true fulfillment comes from mastering your internal landscape. The key lesson is to navigate the fine line between enjoying tangible rewards and engaging in emotional transformation. By doing so, you not only enhance your material life but also cultivate a profound understanding of your soul’s journey, ultimately leading to holistic growth and harmony.

𝐆𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐢 𝐑𝐚𝐡𝐮 + 𝐒𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐮𝐬 𝐊𝐞𝐭𝐮

When Rahu is in Gemini and Ketu is in Sagittarius, your soul’s path revolves around embracing curiosity, communication, and intellectual exploration while releasing past-life attachments to dogmatic beliefs and rigid structures. Rahu in Gemini ignites a thirst for knowledge and a need to express yourself through diverse ideas and social interactions. This placement often drives you into various learning environments, making you adaptable and versatile. However, what many may not recognize is that this influence can lead to a scattered mind or superficial understanding of complex concepts, as the constant pursuit of new information can distract from deeper truths. The challenge lies in learning to focus your mental energy and filter out distractions, channeling your intellectual curiosity into meaningful pursuits that foster true wisdom.

Ketu in Sagittarius signifies a karmic journey centered on the quest for truth and spiritual understanding. In previous lifetimes, you may have held strong convictions or immersed yourself in philosophical pursuits, often prioritizing beliefs over experiences. With Ketu here, you might feel a sense of detachment from organized belief systems, leading to a questioning of traditional ideologies and a search for personal truths. A lesser-known aspect of this placement is the potential for existential introspection; you may find yourself grappling with profound questions about purpose and meaning. While this can foster spiritual growth, it may also lead to a sense of disconnection from the larger world or a feeling that established truths no longer resonate with you.

The dynamic between Rahu in Gemini and Ketu in Sagittarius invites you to harmonize your thirst for knowledge with a deeper understanding of life’s purpose. Many overlook that this interplay encourages you to engage with a variety of perspectives while remaining open to the wisdom of lived experiences. The key lesson here is to balance intellectual exploration with spiritual insights, learning to appreciate the nuances of both sides. By doing so, you not only enrich your mental landscape but also cultivate a more profound understanding of your soul’s journey, ultimately leading to personal growth and expanded consciousness.

𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐚𝐡𝐮 + 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐧 𝐊𝐞𝐭𝐮

When Rahu is in Cancer and Ketu is in Capricorn, your soul’s journey emphasizes the importance of emotional security, nurturing, and personal connections while releasing past-life attachments to authority, structure, and external validation. Rahu in Cancer instills a deep desire for emotional fulfillment and belonging, compelling you to seek out nurturing environments and form close bonds with others. Many may not realize that this placement can also lead to an over-dependence on emotional connections, sometimes at the expense of your own individuality. The challenge lies in learning to balance your need for security with self-reliance, recognizing that true emotional strength comes from within rather than from others.

Ketu in Capricorn indicates a karmic history centered around ambition, discipline, and societal expectations. In previous lifetimes, you may have prioritized career achievements and external success, potentially neglecting emotional needs or personal relationships. This placement often brings a sense of detachment from traditional paths to success, making you question the value of conventional goals. A lesser-known aspect of Ketu in Capricorn is the internal conflict that arises between the desire for personal achievement and the need for emotional authenticity. You might find yourself drawn to unconventional careers or creative expressions that allow for greater emotional depth, even if they defy societal norms.

The interplay between Rahu in Cancer and Ketu in Capricorn encourages you to find harmony between your emotional needs and your ambitions. Many overlook that this dynamic calls for a nurturing approach to your goals, emphasizing that personal fulfillment and professional success can coexist. The key lesson is to cultivate emotional resilience while simultaneously embracing your ambitions—learning to establish a solid foundation for your emotional well-being as you navigate the challenges of the outer world. By integrating these energies, you can create a balanced life that honors both your feelings and your aspirations, ultimately leading to holistic growth and fulfillment.

𝐋𝐞𝐨 𝐑𝐚𝐡𝐮 + 𝐀𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐮𝐬 𝐊𝐞𝐭𝐮

When Rahu is in Leo and Ketu is in Aquarius, your soul's journey revolves around embracing self-expression, creativity, and leadership while releasing past-life attachments to group identity and unconventional ideals. Rahu in Leo instills a strong desire for recognition, appreciation, and personal power, driving you to seek out opportunities to shine in the spotlight. Many may not realize that this placement can lead to a heightened need for validation from others, potentially resulting in a reliance on external praise to feel worthy. The challenge lies in learning to channel this intense energy into constructive self-expression and authentic leadership, rather than falling into the trap of seeking superficial accolades.

Ketu in Aquarius signifies a karmic history related to detachment from societal norms and the collective consciousness. In previous lifetimes, you may have been deeply involved in communal activities or progressive movements, prioritizing the needs of the group over your own individual aspirations. This placement can create a sense of emotional distance from collective ideals, making you question the value of conformity and groupthink. A lesser-known aspect of Ketu in Aquarius is the potential for internal conflict between the desire for individuality and the need for social connection. You might find yourself feeling like an outsider in social settings, leading to a search for a unique identity that aligns with your true self.

The interplay between Rahu in Leo and Ketu in Aquarius invites you to harmonize your need for personal recognition with a deeper understanding of community and shared values. Many overlook that this dynamic encourages you to embrace your individuality while remaining connected to others, finding ways to lead and inspire without losing sight of the collective. The key lesson is to balance your desire for personal glory with the importance of collaboration and humanitarian ideals—learning to be a beacon of light that uplifts both yourself and those around you. By integrating these energies, you can cultivate a fulfilling life that honors your creative expressions and social connections, ultimately leading to profound personal and collective growth.

𝐕𝐢𝐫𝐠𝐨 𝐑𝐚𝐡𝐮 + 𝐏𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐊𝐞𝐭𝐮

When Rahu is in Virgo and Ketu is in Pisces, your soul’s journey centers around embracing practicality, analytical thinking, and service while releasing past-life attachments to idealism, escapism, and emotional overwhelm. Rahu in Virgo drives a strong desire for order, detail, and efficiency, compelling you to seek perfection in various aspects of life, especially in work and health. Many may not realize that this placement can lead to a tendency to overanalyze situations or become overly critical, both of yourself and others. The challenge lies in learning to balance your need for precision with acceptance of imperfection, recognizing that true growth often comes from embracing the messiness of life rather than trying to control every detail.

Ketu in Pisces signifies a karmic history connected to emotional depth, spiritual exploration, and imaginative realms. In past lives, you may have been immersed in spiritual practices or artistic pursuits, valuing intuition and emotional connections over tangible outcomes. This placement often brings a sense of detachment from emotional chaos or an overwhelming desire to escape from reality. A lesser-known aspect of Ketu in Pisces is the potential for spiritual fatigue; while you may possess profound insights and empathy, you might also feel drained by the emotional demands of others. This can create an internal conflict between your need for spiritual fulfillment and the desire for practical grounding.

The interplay between Rahu in Virgo and Ketu in Pisces invites you to find harmony between practicality and spirituality. Many overlook that this dynamic encourages you to engage with the world through service and tangible contributions while remaining open to the deeper emotional currents that drive your actions. The key lesson is to cultivate a sense of purpose through practical means while also allowing space for intuition and creativity—learning to ground your spiritual insights in everyday life. By integrating these energies, you can create a fulfilling existence that honors both your analytical nature and your emotional depth, ultimately leading to a richer and more balanced life experience.

𝐋𝐢𝐛𝐫𝐚 𝐑𝐚𝐡𝐮 + 𝐀𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐊𝐞𝐭𝐮

When Rahu is in Libra and Ketu is in Aries, your soul's journey emphasizes the importance of partnerships, harmony, and social balance while releasing past-life attachments to independence, impulsiveness, and self-assertion. Rahu in Libra drives a strong desire for connection, collaboration, and mutual understanding, compelling you to seek out relationships that reflect beauty and balance. Many may not realize that this placement can lead to an overemphasis on pleasing others or losing oneself in partnerships, sometimes sacrificing personal needs for the sake of maintaining harmony. The challenge lies in learning to assert your individuality within relationships, recognizing that true balance comes from honoring both your needs and those of others.

Ketu in Aries signifies a karmic history focused on individuality, courage, and self-discovery. In previous lifetimes, you may have prioritized personal freedom and self-assertion, often charging forward without considering the perspectives of others. This placement can create a sense of detachment from the drive to lead or be the center of attention, leading to a conflict where you feel both the urge to assert yourself and a simultaneous withdrawal from direct confrontation. A lesser-known aspect of Ketu in Aries is the potential for spiritual lessons around patience and cooperation; while you may possess a pioneering spirit, this placement invites you to explore the importance of teamwork and understanding the value of others' contributions.

The interplay between Rahu in Libra and Ketu in Aries invites you to find harmony between collaboration and individuality. Many overlook that this dynamic encourages you to develop meaningful partnerships while also honoring your own desires and goals. The key lesson is to balance your need for connection with the assertiveness of self-expression—learning to engage with others without losing sight of your identity. By integrating these energies, you can cultivate a fulfilling life that honors both your interpersonal relationships and your personal journey, ultimately leading to enriched experiences and deeper connections.

𝐒𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐩𝐢𝐨 𝐑𝐚𝐡𝐮 + 𝐓𝐚𝐮𝐫𝐮𝐬 𝐊𝐞𝐭𝐮

When Rahu is in Scorpio and Ketu is in Taurus, your soul’s journey emphasizes the exploration of emotional depth, transformation, and intimacy while releasing past-life attachments to material security, stability, and conventional values. Rahu in Scorpio instills a powerful desire for profound experiences and emotional connections, compelling you to dive into the mysteries of life and confront the complexities of your inner world. Many may not realize that this placement can lead to a fascination with power dynamics, secrets, and the darker aspects of human nature, potentially resulting in obsessive behaviors or an intense need to control situations. The challenge lies in learning to navigate these emotional depths without becoming consumed by them, recognizing that true transformation comes from acceptance rather than manipulation.

Ketu in Taurus signifies a karmic history related to comfort, stability, and the physical senses. In previous lifetimes, you may have placed significant value on material possessions and the comforts of life, prioritizing security over emotional exploration. This placement often creates a sense of detachment from materialism, making you question the true value of possessions and prompting a search for deeper fulfillment. A lesser-known aspect of Ketu in Taurus is the potential for an underlying fear of loss or change; while you may feel a pull toward emotional depth, there can also be an instinct to cling to familiar comforts or routines. This can lead to an internal conflict where you crave transformation but simultaneously resist letting go of what feels secure.

The interplay between Rahu in Scorpio and Ketu in Taurus invites you to find balance between emotional intensity and material stability. Many overlook that this dynamic encourages you to embrace the transformative power of emotions while also recognizing the importance of grounding yourself in the physical world. The key lesson is to cultivate a sense of security that is not solely tied to material possessions, allowing emotional growth to flourish without losing touch with reality. By integrating these energies, you can create a fulfilling life that honors both your emotional journey and your need for stability, ultimately leading to profound personal growth and resilience.

𝐒𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐮𝐬 𝐑𝐚𝐡𝐮 + 𝐆𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐢 𝐊𝐞𝐭𝐮

When Rahu is in Sagittarius and Ketu is in Gemini, your soul's journey centers around embracing exploration, higher learning, and philosophical understanding while releasing past-life attachments to superficial knowledge, scattered thoughts, and duality. Rahu in Sagittarius drives a strong desire for truth, adventure, and expansion, compelling you to seek out experiences that broaden your horizons, whether through travel, education, or spiritual exploration. Many may not realize that this placement can lead to a tendency to adopt grand ideas without fully integrating them into your life, sometimes resulting in overzealous beliefs or a restless spirit. The challenge lies in learning to ground your expansive aspirations in practical applications and to discern between genuine insights and mere ideologies.

Ketu in Gemini signifies a karmic history related to communication, adaptability, and social connections. In previous lifetimes, you may have been highly skilled in articulating thoughts and navigating social dynamics, often prioritizing intellectual exchanges over emotional depth. This placement often creates a sense of detachment from superficial conversations and may lead you to feel overwhelmed by the constant influx of information. A lesser-known aspect of Ketu in Gemini is the potential for mental fatigue; while you may possess a wealth of ideas and insights, there can be a sense of confusion or a desire to escape the noise of everyday chatter. This internal conflict can prompt a search for clarity and a deeper understanding of your thoughts and communications.

The interplay between Rahu in Sagittarius and Ketu in Gemini invites you to balance your pursuit of knowledge and adventure with a focus on clear communication and understanding. Many overlook that this dynamic encourages you to engage in meaningful conversations that foster genuine connections while remaining open to new perspectives. The key lesson is to cultivate a sense of purpose in your quest for knowledge, learning to filter out distractions and focus on what truly resonates with your beliefs. By integrating these energies, you can create a fulfilling life that honors both your thirst for wisdom and your ability to connect with others, ultimately leading to profound personal and intellectual growth.

𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐧 𝐑𝐚𝐡𝐮 + 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫 𝐊𝐞𝐭𝐮

When Rahu is in Capricorn and Ketu is in Cancer, your soul’s journey emphasizes the pursuit of ambition, structure, and professional success while releasing past-life attachments to emotional dependency, familial obligations, and comfort zones. Rahu in Capricorn instills a strong desire for achievement, status, and recognition, driving you to climb the ladder of success and establish a solid reputation in your chosen field. Many may not realize that this placement can lead to an overemphasis on work at the expense of personal relationships and emotional well-being, potentially resulting in a feeling of emptiness despite outward accomplishments. The challenge lies in learning to balance ambition with emotional intelligence, recognizing that true fulfillment comes not just from professional achievements but also from nurturing your emotional needs.

Ketu in Cancer signifies a karmic history centered around home, family, and emotional bonds. In previous lifetimes, you may have prioritized nurturing and caretaking roles, often placing the needs of others above your own. This placement often creates a sense of detachment from family dynamics or a reluctance to engage in emotional connections, leading to an internal conflict between the desire for independence and the longing for emotional support. A lesser-known aspect of Ketu in Cancer is the potential for spiritual insights about the nature of love and attachment; while you may feel the pull toward familial ties, this placement encourages you to explore the deeper meaning of emotional connections and the importance of self-care.

The interplay between Rahu in Capricorn and Ketu in Cancer invites you to find balance between your professional aspirations and your emotional life. Many overlook that this dynamic encourages you to establish a strong foundation in your career while also honoring your emotional roots and the need for genuine connections. The key lesson is to cultivate a sense of achievement that is not solely tied to external recognition, allowing yourself to embrace vulnerability and emotional expression. By integrating these energies, you can create a fulfilling life that honors both your ambitions and your emotional well-being, ultimately leading to holistic growth and a deeper understanding of your soul’s purpose.

𝐀𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐮𝐬 𝐑𝐚𝐡𝐮 + 𝐋𝐞𝐨 𝐊𝐞𝐭𝐮

When Rahu is in Aquarius and Ketu is in Leo, your soul’s journey emphasizes embracing innovation, humanitarian ideals, and collective consciousness while releasing past-life attachments to personal glory, recognition, and the need for validation through individual accomplishments. Rahu in Aquarius drives a strong desire for freedom, originality, and progress, compelling you to seek out unique experiences and challenge societal norms. Many may not realize that this placement can lead to a tendency to become overly focused on group dynamics at the expense of your personal identity, potentially resulting in feelings of alienation or detachment from individual desires. The challenge lies in learning to balance your quest for social impact with the need for self-expression, recognizing that true fulfillment comes from integrating your individuality with collective goals.

Ketu in Leo signifies a karmic history centered around self-expression, creativity, and personal recognition. In previous lifetimes, you may have been deeply invested in achieving personal success and being in the spotlight, often prioritizing your desires for admiration and validation from others. This placement can create a sense of emotional detachment from the need for recognition, leading you to question the value of personal achievement. A lesser-known aspect of Ketu in Leo is the potential for spiritual growth through humility; while you may still possess a strong creative spark, this placement encourages you to explore the deeper meaning of self-worth beyond external accolades. You might find that genuine fulfillment comes from contributing to the greater good rather than seeking applause.

The interplay between Rahu in Aquarius and Ketu in Leo invites you to find harmony between your need for collective contribution and your desire for personal expression. Many overlook that this dynamic encourages you to engage with community initiatives and social causes while also embracing your unique talents and perspectives. The key lesson is to cultivate a sense of identity that honors both your individuality and your role within the larger community—learning to lead without overshadowing others and to innovate without losing sight of your creative essence. By integrating these energies, you can create a fulfilling life that celebrates both your humanitarian aspirations and your artistic expression, ultimately leading to profound personal and social growth.

𝐏𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐑𝐚𝐡𝐮 + 𝐕𝐢𝐫𝐠𝐨 𝐊𝐞𝐭𝐮

When Rahu is in Pisces and Ketu is in Virgo, your soul’s journey emphasizes the exploration of spirituality, intuition, and emotional depth while releasing past-life attachments to practicality, perfectionism, and analytical thinking. Rahu in Pisces ignites a strong desire for transcendence, creativity, and connection to the unseen realms, compelling you to seek experiences that foster emotional and spiritual growth. Many may not realize that this placement can lead to a tendency to escape reality or become lost in fantasies, potentially resulting in disillusionment if not grounded in practical reality. The challenge lies in learning to navigate the balance between your dream world and the tangible aspects of life, recognizing that true fulfillment comes from harmonizing your intuitive insights with real-world applications.

Ketu in Virgo signifies a karmic history focused on order, service, and attention to detail. In previous lifetimes, you may have prioritized efficiency, practicality, and the needs of others, often at the expense of your own emotional needs and spiritual exploration. This placement can create a sense of detachment from daily responsibilities or a reluctance to engage in routine tasks, leading to an internal conflict between the desire for spiritual depth and the need for practicality. A lesser-known aspect of Ketu in Virgo is the potential for insights regarding health and well-being; while you may feel drawn to neglect the mundane, this placement encourages you to find value in the practical aspects of life and how they contribute to your overall wellness.

The interplay between Rahu in Pisces and Ketu in Virgo invites you to find balance between spiritual exploration and practical living. Many overlook that this dynamic encourages you to embrace your intuitive and creative nature while also recognizing the importance of grounding your visions in reality. The key lesson is to cultivate a sense of purpose that integrates both your emotional and spiritual insights with practical actions—learning to appreciate the beauty in routine and the significance of self-care. By integrating these energies, you can create a fulfilling life that honors both your spiritual aspirations and your everyday responsibilities, ultimately leading to holistic growth and a deeper understanding of your soul’s purpose.

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Introducing a new birg culture, and the reason the Twowi go to such lengths to cross the icy equator with their cargoes of rare metal and pungent gall-spice. The Ss’wassoum are a wealthy empire based on the far southern coast, where the sea-ice melts more quickly in the spring and its people first built their wealth on the sea-harvest. Their language is heavy on harmonized syllables, which lends their speech a distinctive musical quality. Family units are smaller than the fiercely clannish Twowi, and the gender divide is less rigid, though still distinctly matriarchal. Some of their most lucrative raw exports are refined tree-plastics and sea-silk, which is valued for fine textiles.

While the Twowi run on highly specialized industrial clan-towns, the Ss’wassoum exist in more diverse cities, though the class divide is impossible to ignore. The nobility are loud of dress and voice, with their ornate refined plastic head-dresses, vividly patterned veils, and resonators worn over the rear spiracles to enhance their voices. But despite all the attention they draw to themselves, their faces are always covered; to be perceived as gray-furred mortals akin to any commoner is inconceivable. They walk the streets as living demigods. Just below the nobility are the merchant class, which may approach their influence in wealth and education but are legally barred from the elaborate headwear and home exteriors of their superiors. Instead they adorn the insides of their homes with the latest in art and technology, particularly elaborate electric light fixtures crafted from imported Twowi metal. Commoners wear little at all in the sunny months, save for the occasional beaded sash and brass mandible-cuffs. Sailors and other hard laborers frequently adorn their bodies with scarified and dyed patterns to mark themselves for the goodwill of protective gods.

The Ss’wassoum government does implement a standardized education system of sorts, though only those of the upper class can test or pay their way into the finest schools, where they can master the high dialect and the art of Opinion. Historically, etiquette laws forbade the discussion of controversial topics in public spaces; these were reserved for halls of judgement. The rule is more of a social taboo these days, but an ancient loophole ruled that written forms of debate could be presented anywhere, and with the subsequent invention of movable type, a colorful written debate culture flourished. Wherever there is a public bulletin, a cafe wall, a blank space where people gather, you fill find posted essays on anything from the hypocrisy of the noble class to a long winded treatise on the merits of toe-biter clams. It is not uncommon for a debate topic to outlive the original essayists, as hills are chosen to literally die on are then proudly upheld by the writer’s descendants. So ingrained into Ss’wassoum society is this debate culture, that committed debate rivals may be legally recognized as a marriage-like partnership. Though the Ss’wassoum carry no expectations of monogamy to a reproductive partner, the correlation between rivalry and mating season partners does not go unnoticed. As a general rule, a worldly and strongly opinionated individual is more attractive.

Big thanks to @primalmuckygoop for pitching so many great ideas for these guys, including most of the lore on their debate culture, and the very name of this civilization!

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dad!charles doing the cupid's chokehold trend with baby and reader like the "take a look at my girlfriend, she's the only I got" one but with them both 🥺 thank you <3

Oh, this is a nice and cute request 🥺. I have seen the trend on TikTok and I think it is very adorable, thanks for the request!!! So here we go🥰

A cute fam trend | Charles Leclerc

Where Charles decides to make a TikTok trend with his girls and they have a lot of fun making the video.

Warnings: None, just a Charles fluff being an adorable dad and partner with his girlfriend and daughter! And a lot of dad!Charles 🥰🥰.

It was a pretty nice and warm day in their apartment, they were playing on the floor with your two year old girl Mollie, helping her to build a tower with a bunch of colorful blocks. Sunlight streams trough the windows, creating dappled patterns on the carpet.

"Oh, Mollie, you little rascal! Daddy and I were almost finished!" You giggled as Mollie knocks over the tower with a gleeful squeal.

"Don't worry, amore mio, we can always build another one... Maybe even taller this time!" He said as he scoops Mollie up in a playful hug, tickling her belly.

"More! More!" Mollie says as she squeals with joy.

"See? She's got her father's competitive spirit already." You smiled.

"Let's just wait for when she starts in karting. She will leave us in the dust!" He said while winking at you.

You took Mollie in your arms and started giving her little kisses on her face, she was smiling as she tried to take your necklace. Suddenly, Charles' cell phone rang with a notification, he takes his cell phone to check and starts scrolling through a few videos, a mischievous glint appeared in his eye.

"Hey babes! You two up for a little TikTok fun?" He asked with a shy smile.

"Oh? What do you have in mind, monsieur?" You asked as you raised an eyebrow in his direction.

"Well, it's something I saw online, it's a trend where guys show off their girlfriends, it's called "cupid's chokehold" or something like that... Don't worry, it's a cute trend, plus, Mollie may appear in it! It would be so adorable" He said with a smile on his face.

"Hmm, alright! Let's see this Cupid's chokehold thing then!" you said a little doubtful but intrigued.

Charles quickly sets up the phone on the coffee table and hits record. The upbeat music starts, and he first showed his wallet very close to the camera, where he has a photo of you and Mollie, while the part of: "Everywhere I go I keep her picture in my wallet like here" was playing in the video and then you and Mollie appeared with a smile, Charles lifts Mollie onto his shoulders, holding her hands playfully around his neck.

"Take a look at my girlfriend, she's the only one I got..." He started singing along with the music.

He turns to you, his eyes sparkling with love and amusement, which is how he's always looked at you. You raise your hands in mock surprise, then break into a wide smile.

"Not much of a girlfriend, I never seem to get a lot" You also joined in to sing along.

You step into Charles's embrace, placing your hands on his chest as he dips you playfully. Mollie squeals with delight, giggling as you and Charles sway to the music, your eyes locked in a silent conversation.

He pulls you close, a tender kiss brushing your lips. Mollie reaches out, touching your cheek with a chubby finger, her happy babbling harmonizing with the music.

"Oh, we got you too, Mollie. You're the only little cupid we need in our life!" you said in a whisper only audible to the three of you, Mollie giggled a little at your whisper.

"Our cute little girl. As pretty as her mama" he also said in a whisper while giving both of you a small kiss on the forehead, you smiled at his action towards both of you.

The video ends with the three of you laughing and cuddling, a picture of pure family joy. As you scroll through the comment section later in the evening, you see hearts flooding the screen. The caption reads: "My two favorite girls. Take a look at my amore and our little cupid... they're the only one I got. #familytime #loveofmylife".

You just smiled when you saw the description, you definitely have someone with a heart of gold by your side, someone incredible and loving and you were simply grateful for that, there was no doubt about it, with him there was no such thing.