#I Don't know why

[slavicafire]

I know it's technically good practice to answer the comments that people leave on your ao3 fics. but it feels very silly and I can't really force myself to do it... I keep judging it by what I myself feel - and I'd hate for the author of a work I commented on replied to my comment

[lazylittledragon]

domesticating your vampire: a memoir

(beautiful high res version on patre0n)

[grey-viridian]

DTIYS for @tizeline

Congrats on 10k!!! (love your artstyle btw sooo soft and beautiful i wanna look at your art all day!)

The original outfit was perfect but I still felt like something was missing...

[kathrahender]

Me with every pair of two rivals: They're married your honor.

[funyiipp]

Summer Evening.

This (Or I guess, last?) week has absolutely SUCKED for me. Why? I don't really wanna get into it. But it really killed my urge to draw for a bit.

[reddstardust]

Ngl this is probably my new favorite pic of the ghoul boys 🤧

[soundcrusher]

Ratchet in a dress.

That's all.

[agustmylove]

lbh who lost his faith of having a peaceful life the moment he felt the tea on him

lbh who got bullied everyday and survived only because he just can't die

lbh who finally got a ray of hope through little kindness that sqq offered him

lbh who finally had someone who cared for him like his dead mother

lbh who fell in love with sqq

lbh who was pushed down the abyss by his teacher who taught him not all demons are bad

lbh who began self loathing thinking that his shizun might hate him

lbh who survived abyss and refused to go back to the only place he felt home because he needed to prove himself

lbh who weilded xinmo not just because it whispered promises of endless power but also offered a way out of his hell

lbh who watched his shizun refusing to talk with him and run away from him

lbh who simply wanted to understand why sqq pushed him

lbh who lost his mind

lbh who watched the person that casted him to abyss the one who he thought hated him self destructed to save him

lbh who held sqq lifeless body and heard the abuses of his marital brothers about how unfilial he is to kill the person who mourned for his supposed death

lbh who refused to give up on sqq and fought the war god for five years

lbh who never give up even in the cold days of sqq not answering his call

lbh who had to play tug of war with cultivation world to get sqq to talk to him

lbh who still believed that sqq would choose everyone over him

lbh who stuttered through his proposal

lbh who with countless issues and insecurities slowly working his way through

Moreover lbh who wanted to just live, cook and take care of shizun and not fulfilling his supposed destiny as the supreme emperor with hundreds of beauties in his harem

No one can make me hate luo binghe for he was acting just the way any of us would if we are casted down the abyss by the only person you ever loved and have in this world . Yes lbh is a red flag and I don't care because he is so real in all his emotional outbursts

LUO BINGHE deserves the world and Shen Yuan would agree with me

[mangeur-detoiles]

LUCY & KATE | NCIS HAWAI'I

A love story.

[robasarel]

[junorsky]

One took away the freedom of will, and the other - life

[allastoredeer]

I have no problem with al being a bottom, I just have a hard time with bottom king lucifer as a top. May I have examples to try and see your side?

Exhibit A:

Dat smirk.

Exhibit B:

Soft Top Lucifer

Exhibit C:

Demon Top Lucifer

Exhibit C:

That sexy shoulder bop

Exhibit D:

Look at this guy.

Exhibit E:

Obvious one.

Exhibit F:

I just wanted to post this one cuz I like his smirky little face.

LOL no, seriously though, there's no specific way a character has to act or behave to be deemed a top, bottom or switch. It's a preferred sexual position that isn't dependent on outside factors, it's just what a person enjoys, and what the reader/viewer wants that character to be. That's essentially what it is. It's not based on logic, it's based on what position the fan prefers for them to be in.

Lucifer could do his sexy little shoulder bop and still be a bottom. He can give the most suave, seductive smirk and still be a bottom. It's different for everyone.

But as for why I like top!Lucifer, here are a few reasons:

A) I really like it when shorties top. So often, in almost all fandoms I've been in, the default for a popular ship is the shorter one bottoming and the taller one topping. As a shortie myself, I just...ugh, I get so tired of it. Especially since the bottom is typically softened, UwU-ified, and turned into this delicate little flower. Bringing personal feelings into this, I've been very short and very thin all my life. I've literally been described as "delicate" before, and as someone who enjoys sports, running around, and is just a loud, rough and tumble person by nature, I absolutely hate it. It's given me a lot of mental and emotional issues, and a lot of the treatment and comments I've gotten has made me feel belittled, vulnerable, and weak. So, while being a bottom doesn't mean you're any of those things, short characters have been treated like that for a majority of the fandoms I've been in, no matter what their personality, stature, behaviors, or attitude was, and seeing it brings out of love of dark and negative feelings that I'd rather not re-live when I'm trying to enjoy myself in fandom. (Which is another reason why I dislike so much bottom!Lucifer because he's so often softened down and turned into this naive, dare I say, helpless little lamb. The moment Alastor overpowers him or easily manipulates him into a deal, I am outta there.)

B) Lucifer has that top energy. Can't explain it. He just does. To be clear, I don't see him exclusively as a top. He's a switch. But I do headcanon Alastor as exclusively a bottom, so in any radioapple relationship I write or draw, Lucifer will top.

and C) the most important reason: I like seeing Alastor get railed.

Alastor bottoms in all the ships I have for him and Lucifer is no exception. Besides, I find a lot of versatility and potential in Lucifer being with/fucking a sinner, especially considering his distaste of them. Makes for a good hate-fucking scenario, or a very emotional and in-depth character deep dive of him coming to terms with his own bias and internalized hatred of them and finding love and companionship in one of the very people he despised. That's some delicious mental turmoil and the perfect opportunity for character development.

(LOL there's a lot of talk of Alastor not bottoming because of his ego, and yet nobody considers that maybe Lucifer wouldn't bottom for Alastor because he's a sinner. He is the embodiment of pride after all. So, combining that with his disdain for sinners, would he really "stoop" so low as to let one of them fuck him? Food for thought).

But seriously though, when it comes down to it, I just like Alastor bottoming and Lucifer topping. Yes, bottom!Lucifer and top!Alastor has been soured for me due to popular fandom depictions of it, but even before those were popular, I simply preferred Alastor bottoming. I enjoy it more, not just for his character, but just...because. I just do.

Thing is, I don't think there has to be a list of reasons for why you prefer a character topping, bottoming, or switching. People are allowed to do whatever they want with these characters. It's fandom. This is a playground. We don't have to have a reason, we're just here to have fun.

If you can't see Lucifer as a top, Anon, that is a-okay 👍👍Thanks for asking for a different perspective though, it's always awesome when a person seeks to understand someone else's point of view. I don't know how well of a different perspective I offered, though. I have a hard time answering questions like these bcuz they just don't make a lot of sense to me. It's hard to say why I like something when I just...do. I just vibe with it.

To boil it all down, my examples/answers are all based on what I like and how I feel. I like bottom!Alastor cuz I enjoy it. I like top!Lucifer because I love seeing Alastor get railed - especially by a big, powerful demon king. Very yummy.

Also, LOL, considering Alastor is exclusively a bottom to me, anyone I do ship him with will automatically be the top, regardless of who they are XD So I guess that's an important factor to consider too 😂

I don't know how well I did with answering this, but I do want you to get the perspective you were looking for, so! My fellow bottom!Alastor truthers who are reading this, drop why you like bottom!Alastor in the comments below for our lovely Anon!

I'm curious about what you guys have to say too.

[notfeelingthyaster]

you don't need to minimize other people's favorite because you have a favorite: it's okay to love damian, you don't need to shit on tim's character/erase his trauma. you can love tim and not shit on jason's run as robin. you can have cass or duke as a favorite and not diminish the other kids relationship with bruce and each other. and on, and on, and on.

[morganski-19]

The One with the Child

Robin and Nancy walk into the café after a long day of work. Stopping when they see Jonathan sitting on the couch reading a book with a toddler sitting next to him, playing with a toy. They share a confused look before walking around the couch.

“Hey Jon,” Nancy leads.

Jonathan looks up from his book. “Oh, hey guys. How was work?”

“Uh, fine,” Nancy says, still confused. “Just one, tiny, quick question.”

“Whose child is that?” Robin points at the toddler looking up at them with big eyes.

“Oh, right, this is Argyle’s niece, Stella. He’s in the bathroom, so I’m watching her for a minute.”

Robin flops on the armchair. “Oh, thank God. I thought that was just a random kid.”

Jonathan gives her a weird look. “Did you think I just stole a child? What gave you the impression that I would do that?”

Robin shrugs. “Someone could have just left the child here. You don’t know. That happens. You would be surprised how many times Steve has had to stay afterschool to sit with a kid whose parent forgot to come pick them up.”

“To be fair, my mom did that a few times when I was a kid.” Nancy pulls one of the other chairs closer. “Only a few times though.”

“My mom did that too. Happens when you’re a single mom.”

Argyle comes back from the bathroom, hair braided down his back. “Hey dudes. You meet Stella?” He sits down on the couch, Stella grabbing his arm and hiding behind it. “She’s a bit shy.”

“Robin thought I stole her.”

Robin makes a high-pitched noise. “I did not. I thought you were picked by a lazy parent to be entrusted with their child. That is far different than stealing.”

“Still doesn’t make it any better.”

Robin rolls her eyes, getting up to go order a coffee at the bar.

“Which sister is Stella’s mom?” Nancy asks, trying to change the conversation.

Argyle tries to get Stella to loosen her grip on his arm but fails. “Julia. She has a job interview in the city today so I’m watching her.”

“And you brought her here?” Robin sits back down with her coffee.

“Hey, this is a family friendly establishment until seven and by then she will be back with her mom. She should be done soon to come pick her up.”

Eddie walks into the café, waving as he orders a coffee at the bar. Doing a double take when he sits down, eyes wide.

“I know I’ve only known you guys for like a year but none of you had a secret kid, right?”

“No, this is my sister’s kid. I’m watching her for a few hours.”

Eddie relaxes in his seat. “Oh, thank God. I could not have dealt with that twice in one week.”

Nancy perks up. “Twice?”

“Yeah, remember my buddy Jeff from high school. Apparently, him and his girl are expecting. Sent me into a whole crisis.”

“Oh, that’s why you were cleaning your room a few days ago.”

“I’m offended that’s why you think I was cleaning, but you’re correct.”

“Why were you having a crisis?” Robin asks over her coffee. “It’s not like we’re not at an age where people we know start having kids.”

Eddie makes a large gesture. “That’s why I was having a crisis. It was the first one of my friends that is taking that next step in life. While I’m still stuck between two jobs, not in a relationship, and a giant fucking mess. Sorry,” he apologizes to Argyle.

“She’s two, she doesn’t know what that word means,” Argyle assures.

Steve comes into the café and sits on the chair next to Eddie. Covering his face in his hands. “If I see another first grader, it’ll be too soon.”

“Bad day.” Robin gives him a sympathetic look.

Steve nods. “Three kids had to be sent to the nurse because they were sick. Three, like visibly sick. They shouldn’t have even been sent in at all. And then the rest were just on edge and didn’t want to settle down after recess. And.” He finally spots Stella on the couch. “One of your sister’s kids?”

Argyle nods. “Yeah. Her mom should be here soon, so don’t worry.”

“I said first graders for a reason. They are monsters. What’s her name?”

“Stella. Do you want to say hi?” he asks her. Stella gives Steve a small wave.

Steve melts a little bit. “You have just made my whole day, Stella.”

A woman who looks a little like Argyle walks into the café. Argyle notices her and stands, picking up Stella from the couch. “Hey, Jules. How was the interview?”

“Pretty good. Thanks for watching her again, I appreciate it.” She takes Stella out of Argyle’s arms. “Did you have a good time with Uncle Argyle?” Stella nods into her mother’s shoulder. “Hope she wasn’t too much trouble.”

Argyle shakes his head. “Not at all. Right Jon?”

“Yeah, not at all.”

Julia nods, finally realizing the rest of the group.

“Oh right, Julie, these are my friends. You’ve met some of them. Dudes, this is my sister Julia.”

The group gives a mix of greetings before going back to separate conversations. Julia says hello back before Argyle walks her out of the café.

“It was seriously no trouble watching her, it was nice to see her. And you.”

“I know. Wish I could stay more, but we got to get back.”

“If you need a place to stay, you can chill at our place. I’ll take the couch so you can have a bed.”

Julia shakes her head. “That sweet but I didn’t pack an overnight bag. If we leave now, we might make it before the next rush hour. I wouldn’t want to inconvenience you and Jon.”

“Nonsense. You know you’re always welcome at our place.”

“When are you two finally going to cut the crap and get together already. The whole family’s been waiting for it.”

Argyle groans. “Tell me there’s not a betting pool.”

“You already know the answer to that.”

“Jesus. I’m not sure we even ever will. He’s like the first best friend I’ve ever had, I don’t want to lose him over some stupid feelings.”

Stella coos, grabbing at her mom’s hair. “We should go before she starts getting fussy. For what it’s worth, I don’t think you will. You might not believe me, but there’s more hope than you think there is. From an outsider’s perspective.”

“So, I can blame you when everything goes up in flames. Nice.” Julie gently slaps his arm. “Call me when you get back, alright.”

“I will. Wave goodbye to Uncle Argyle, Stella.”

“Bye, bye,” Steve whispers with a small wave.

Argyle smiles. “Bye, Stella. Nice seeing you both.”

They walk down the street to where Julia parked as Argyle returns to the café.

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[swan2swan]

Clinging.

[howlingday]

The Tall One

Cardin: Hey, Arc... How about we make a bet?

Jaune: A bet?

Cardin: Yeah. You win, I'll stop picking on you. But if I win, I get to take that cutie on your team out on a date? The tall one~.

Pyrrha: How disgusting...

Jaune: ...Alright.

Pyrrha: J-JAUNE?!

Jaune: But if I win, you leave all of my team alone, including her.

Cardin: Sounds like we have a deal.

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One fight later...

Goodwitch: WINNER...

Goodwitch: CARDIN WINCHESTER!

Cardin: (Panting) Not bad, Arc... (Picks up) You actually made me sweat. But you gave your word now, so there's no going back.

Jaune: I'm sorry... guys...

Pyrrha: Jaune...

Cardin: (Walks up to Pyrrha)

Pyrrha: If you think I'm gonna-

Cardin: 'Scuse me, Nikos. (Walks past)

Pyrrha: Huh?

Cardin: (Walks to Nora) 'Scuse me, Nora.

Nora: Wait, if not me or Pyrrha, then-!

Ren: ...

Cardin: (Blushing) Uh... H-Hey, Rin. So, uh, what time should I... Y-Y'know?

Pyrrha/Nora: HE THINKS REN IS A GIRL?

Ren: ...While I respect that Jaune gave his word as a man, I do not agree with this result. He has a stomach bug and wasn't fighting at full strength.

Cardin: W-What-?

Ren: Also, I have no interest in boys. Good-bye. (Walks past him)

Cardin: Tch! (Falls to knees, Crying) Why do the hot ones always turn me down~?!

Pyrrha: ...

Nora: ...

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Earlier

Cardin: Man, Jaune, how do you get anything done on a team full of girls? Especially that smoking hot babe in the dress?

Jaune: Babe in the dress?

Cardin: Yes, the green one?

Jaune: You mean Ren?

Cardin: Yeah, her. Rin~.

Jaune: ...

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Later... But also earlier...

Jaune: Hey, Ren?

Ren: Yes, Jaune?

Jaune: Are you... okay?

Ren: What do you mean?

Jaune: I mean is anyone bothering you?

Ren: Besides Nora and her antics?

Jaune: Does you want me to make her stop?

Ren: No, no, she knows when I've had enough.

Jaune: Okay. Well, what about Cardin?

Ren: Cardin? No, not exactly. Why?

Jaune: Well, he... kind of has a crush on you.

Ren: ...

Jaune: ...Ren?

Ren: I'm sorry, Jaune I thought I heard something crazy. Something like how Cardin Winchester has a crush on me.

Jaune: Believe me, I am just as surprised as you are.

Ren: I didn't know he was interested in men.

Jaune: He's... not.

Ren: ...