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raven-at-the-writing-desk · 2 months ago
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how do you think leona would do if he falls in love?
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Here are my thoughts in bullet-point/headcanon form for ease of reading! Key word there being my thoughts. (There will of course be different interpretations based on who you ask this question to.)
Standard disclaimer: These points are nothing more than my opinions and I am NOT saying my opinions are any more or less valid or “correct” than yours. Please, I’m not pre-book 1 Riddle/j It’s fine to have other takes; just remember to be mindful in how you communicate differences in opinion.
To start with, here's how I think Leona would deal with the experience of first love:
Firstly, I definitely feel that Leona is the type of person to not easily fall in love. There are many examples in canon of Leona rejecting the love he receives from others, whether it be from his own family (Cheka, Falena), dorm members (Ruggie, Jack, Savanaclaw mobs, etc.), or other peers. Even though he desires others’ approval and praise, he also simultaneously believes the compliments are insincere or that he may not be deserving or worthy of it, that he hasn’t “earned” it. It’s also difficult for him to be emotionally vulnerable with others, and I feel that this would extend to romantic circumstances.
Continuing from the previous point, I think it’d be a slow burn. Like, the feelings develop gradually and manifest in small but increasingly more forward-facing ways like his gaze lingering for a second or two longer than usual, him getting slightly irritable when he smells (I 100% believe that smell is a Big Thing for beastmen) some other guy on the object of his affections, or simply… his mind wandering to them, maybe in a daydream.
A lot of it is Leona musing about the situation and then being in denial. He’s not so oblivious as to ignore what are clearly blossoming feelings, but he's not so hasty as to act on them right away. He'd sit with those feelings, examine them, question them. What is it that he is experiencing and why, how did things come to this, etc. He may even try to convince himself it's a phase or he's "too good" for this or he's "above" this. Really takes a long time to wrestle with his emotions and to sort them out. And then when he has come to his conclusion, he might not be very pleased with it because (as I said before), he has self-esteem and self-worth issues despite outwardly presenting himself as confident and in-charge.
For a while, he keeps his distance and observes. He’s nothing if not a big cat biding his time, keeping an eye on his prey until—BAM! Down comes his paw, ensnaring the mouse. It's like a game of chess or... cat and mouse. You have to watch your opponent and predict their moves, then plan your own moves two or three or more steps ahead of them. He'd want to gauge if they're already taken, if they seem to express an interest in him too, what they like and dislike, information like that. The last thing Leona'd want to do is charge in, guns blazing, only to be rejected and have his pride hurt.
He may also go out of his way to test the object of his affections by purposefully engineering scenarios to see how they react. At first, it's subtle things that could easily be passed off as coincidence or happenstance. For example, maybe Leona would accidentally bump his shoulder against yours or as he's walking by his tail flicks you. That's just the start though. He'd put more pressure on over time. Like he'd be more confrontational, putting himself in your path as some obstacle to overcome, still being sort of an asshole to see how you handle yourself around him.
Leona tells himself he has the upper hand, and he's usually pretty consistent about hiding his feelings to that end. It might peek through here and there, but they easily read as him being tsundere as per usual. I think that would be his way of coping, because deep down he doesn't want to admit that a part of him is scared to feel this way. It's something else he could fail at, someone else he could frighten away or destroy.
With time, I think he'd become more confident. He has a better grasp of the other person, he's been able to sort out his thoughts. But the thing is, his pride is still a major deterrent. Instead of coming out and saying it, it would become another game. If you've ever read or watched Kaguya-sama: Love is War, it'd be similar to that. Leona would push for the other person to be the one to fall for him and confess first. Part of it is he's kind of afraid to be so emotionally vulnerable, part of it is that he's desperate to be wanted and needed by others, and part of it is that he feels he needs to "earn" that love by winning you over. He wants that sweet, sweet validation from you. He wants YOU to choose HIM.
I think he expects a certain amount of push and pull. If the game's too easy for him, the (psychological) hunt loses some of its thrill. I think he'd also be the type to seek a partner that isn't just a blind yes man (despite him giving off the vibes that he wants to be in total control, especially in his own dormitory); they should be able to keep him on his toes one way or another, and they shouldn't idolize him in a really unrealistic way--because then he worries what would happen if they learn about his flaws. Would they see him differently? Reject him? Etc.
It'd take a considerable amount of time and effort, but slowly he'd let the walls around his heart down to let you in--but ONLY if you pass his tests and prove that you can be loyal, trustworthy, and cognizant + accepting of all his flaws. He has high standards, so he's pretty picky about who he allows to be by his side. I don't think he'd be happy having to like... put in a fake "perfect prince" act or airs for someone else. Pretending to be someone you're not in order to have love might be just another source of stress for him.
He would take a more aggressive approach if the object of his affections makes it obvious that they return his feelings. More "accidental" touching (but of course nothing that breaches into something they find discomforting), intentionally dropping phrases that come off as flirtatious, demanding to spend more time together, etc.
If they're not into it, he'd respectfully back off. However, that won't stop him from moping about it in private later.
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Then, assuming a scenario in which he and the person he's romantically interested in get together/start formally dating:
I think he'd be a lot more blatant and shameless about "showing off" his affections and/or the relationship in general. Overt flirting at this point, casually laying his head on the shoulder or wrapping an arm or tail around you, etc. Who cares who sees? Let them know you're already taken.
Oh yeah, he's really into physical touch (within whatever limits you deem to be acceptable; he respects your autonomy). Cuddles while napping, hand holding, head pats, listening to your heartbeat, etc. It grants him a sense of security that you're like... physically there with him.
I think words of affirmation are also up there, however I don't think he would appreciate it if it's like... overdone. Too many compliments might start to feel disingenuous or even smothering after a while (what comes to my mind specifically is how he reacts negatively or with denial to his brother, Cheka, Kifaji, and even his own dorm members praising him).
As I mentioned earlier, I think there'd be a lot of banter and teasing; Leona strikes me as someone who likes to toy with his pre or puts up a fight; he still has his pride and won't take sass lying down, he'd definitely retaliate but in a playful way.
Slightly whiny and needy. Key word: SLIGHTLY. He's not going to go full yandere on you. I believe that Leona would be somewhat insecure about the relationship and wants you to validate him with your presence. Like, if you're lying down somewhere and try to get up to leave... he might pout and be all dramatic about it, maybe throw in a sarcastic line about how he's "a delicate prince" and how he'll "wither like a flower" without you.
Slightly possessive. Again, the key word: SLIGHTLY. He's not going to restrict your movements or demand complete control of your life. However, he might sulk if he like... sees some other guy hovering or getting handsy, obviously making you uncomfortable. (If it's a particularly bad day for him, Leona might get intrusive thoughts about being the "second pick" and his partner leaving him for some "better" guy.) We've already seen he can get pretty territorial when it comes to Savanaclaw and the Botanical Garden, so I think at some point he'd also step in to intimidate people he feels are becoming a problem for his S/O. It's not the case for every situation though; his partner should be able to handle themselves or let him know when he's overstepping.
I think he'd be a little more tolerant of things his partner pulls. They're the one exception for certain things, like touching his ears or being more willing to listen to their requests to go to class or to try this new vegetable.
He'd try to distance his S/O from his family, especially in the beginning. Leona would tell them he doesn't think they're ready to meet the royal family yet (especially knowing the rocky relationship he has with his family), but really a lot of this stems from his pride. Falena, for example, honestly might make him look uncool by infantilizing his "baby bro".
Leona doesn't really go out of his way to plan grand gestures (he's not Kalim). If he does anything "big", it's probably like sending Ruggie to your doorstep with fancy flowers and a notecard or something. What he values isn't the "frivolous" stuff, but spending quality time together (even if it's doing nothing in particular). Might still spoil you on, say, special occasions, but he generally dislikes making a big deal of these things.
I think he'd be into you wearing his clothes. It's an easy visual indication that you're intimate enough to do this, but also it cloaks you in his smell so every other beastman in the immediate vicinity also knows you're "marked". Leona tosses his unworn blazer over you, casually saying, "Keep it."
Speaking of!! I think he’d also really like the idea of marking (bites, scratch marks, etc.) or scenting his partner. Just animalistic stuff like that, y’know. I’m sure he could hold himself back if they’re not comfortable with these aspects.
I do believe he has the capacity to be very sappy, but I don't think he'd want to be at this level all of the time. It would probably be limited to private settings and done sparingly, sort of like a treat?? Cuz if he does it too often, then it might lose its "special" feeling, and I also feel like he wouldn't be open to being all squimshy 24/7. Usually his sappiness is sarcastic.
Going to keep it 100 here, he's going to be more vulnerable around you (especially in private), and that means potential traumadumping. That's not to say that he'd do it super frequently to go into full-blown details, but his S/O would be one of the few people he feels comfortable enough with to open about his deepest insecurities and fears. He sometimes needs someone to hear him out, a shoulder to cry on, etc. Of course, he's not going to treat his partner like an unpaid therapist. Leona just... needs some extra support every now and again, reminders that he's doing fine, you know??
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IMPORTANT ADDITIONAL NOTES:
Leona being in love would NOT smooth out all the rough edges to his personality. He's not going to white knight/act like you constantly need his protection, he's not going to bend over backwards and do anything and everything his partner asks of him. He still has a will and he can and will disagree or argue if he's opposed to something. He'll still let you handle yourself as needed.
Leona being in love would also NOT magically cure him of his personal issues and struggles. This is also true of the other characters who have deeply rooted trauma, but I feel this point should be included as a reminder anyway. It's of course not his entire personality, but his past experiences will impact how he interprets and reacts to things in present day (hence him being needy/wanting validation, etc.).
Like all relationships (whether romantic or platonic), it would not be flawless. There will be highs and lows, fights and disagreements, etc. This is normal in any relationship; what matters is that you're able to be mature enough to patch things up afterwards and learn from those rough patches.
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flipppyflopp · 8 months ago
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Forever in your shadow 🦁
You all would not believe how long this piece has been sitting in my sketch folder 🤡 I loved the composition of it, but I just had a hard time with the lineart, so I hid it away in my sketch folder until I felt ready to tackle it again. Now, it’s finished! I wanted the main focus to be the shadow of the crown hanging over Leona, just out of reach just like his claim to the throne.
Can’t believe we are finally getting Leona’s hometown event next month! I can’t wait to see all of the shenanigans he gets up to 👀
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rakiah · 3 months ago
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I will cherish this screen all my life.
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sleepyorchidmonster · 1 month ago
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Soo, remember in Glorious Masquerade, when Malleus came up with the story that the cause of the Crimson Lotus was unknown, and Rollo was actually trying to save everyone alongside the NRC students?
What if that's another bit of foreshadowing for the end of Book 7?
Briar Valley is in a really precarious position now, still recovering from the Silver Owls, with the Senate mostly taking over while Maleficia grieves, so Malleus overblotting is just another blow to the fae, even if students like Leona, Kalim, Vil and Idia manage to advocate on his behalf.
So why not spin the tale of how there was an unnamed threat on the island that was so Dire (pun intended for Crowley) and all-encompassing that Malleus had to go all out?
To avoid collateral damage and prevent the issue from reaching the rest of the globe, he had no choice but to use his UM to cover the whole island, keeping everyone safe in a peaceful slumber while the threat was dealt with. Luckily, STYX coordinated efforts with the rest of Briar Valley and they managed to subdue the threat both inside and outside the barrier, and everyone is safe now!
That way, the world can see Malleus not as an uncontrollable monster, but as a fierce protector who might go a bit overboard, but means well (also he's a dragon and his remaining family was on the island, so his protectiveness is understandable). Therefore, it's best to befriend the fae and Briar Valley than make enemies out of them!
The only problem is the rest of the student body and staff that saw the overblot at Lillia's farewell party, but I'm pretty sure STYX's Lethe program is back on to deal with the mobs, while the rest of the cast can be sworn to secrecy in exchange for having Malleus owe them a favour (they can use Azul's UM for the NDA).
As for the problem, NRC has been dealing with overblots at least once a month, not to mention the STYX invasion, and the Phantom Dwarves back in the mines, and how Book 7 might introduce the true mastermind and that's what we have to deal with in Book 8... They just have to pick ONE of the options above.
As a sidenote, having Sunset Savanna become Briar Valley's fiercest allies because Leona told his brother that Malleus is his friend would be so funny. Falena sees his depressed brother going to the trouble of making a whole Power Point presentation to convince the council on the benefits of allying to Briar Valley, all to save a school friend, and just decides that Malleus Draconia will have his unending support. Kifaji too.
(Leona has been ignored and belittled so many times that he prepared for the worst and made a whole slide presentation in hopes of defending his point well enough. Shoud've just led with "Malleus Draconia is a friend of mine who just went through a very traumatic experience and I want to help him" Kifaji and Falena would accept in a heartbeat).
BONUS:
Leona: *Practicing his Power Point presentation at 2AM*
Cheka: Unca, what are you doing in the middle of the night?
Leona: I'm just practicing, no one (my dormmates aside) ever likes my ideas and I have to make sure this works...
Cheka: Why?
Leona: Well you see... [starts explaining the inportance of supporting Briar Valley at theur moment of need and the benefits an alliance may bring to the table] ... also the Lizard would love if-
Cheka: Why do you keep calling Malleus Draconia "Lizard"? Is he your friend? Do you want to help him?
Leona, sighing: Yeah kiddo, he is my friend. He's been going though some tough times, almost lost his father and brother, and as much as we butt heads, well, no one deserves that...
Cheka: So why don't you just say that he's your friend and you wanna help him instead of talking about those "tweatwies"?
Leona: First of all, it's "treaties", and second, well, Briar Valley is in trouble, and helping them might get us in trouble too. Also I'm just the accursed second prince, people never listen to me, I need to back up my proposal with facts.
*random noise that sounds like a mix between a growl and a sob (Falena and Kifaji are eavesdropping lol)*
Leona: What's that?!
Cheka, panicking: Probably the wind....
*THE NEXT DAY*
Leona, finishing the presentation: And that's my proposal, any questions?
Random councilman: Well I-
Kijaji, smiling menacingly: I think it's a splendid idea, Leona. Briar Valley has been a longtime friend of ours, so it's only right that we help them in their time of need.
Falena, also smiling menacingly: Agreed! I'm so proud of you, my brother!
Leona: Wait, seriously!?
Falena's wife, smiling and sharpening a knife while subtly observing the other councilmen, marking targets: Of course, Leona! You have a sharp mind and this is a good plan. Briar Valley will have Sunset Savanna's full support for the coming criais, isn't that right, councillors?
Other councillors: Yes Ma'am!! Don't kill us pls
#honestly it'd be better to just wipe out everyone's memories#but it'd ruin plenty of character development#especially with how everyone's getting to know each other via dream-hopping#and how idia and sebek are making more friends/ acquaintances#and how the cast may see Malleus in a new light after all of the overblot madness (imagine if the overblot flashback gets broadcasted-#-because they're in a dream and have access to Malleus's subconcious)#also it'd be a neat way to brush aside all of the political consequences of book 7#since the game mostly ignores that and just jumps to the next chapter...#and we don't have time for a human-fae war 2.0 when there's still the interschool spelldrive and Grim's overblot#we interrupt this Book 7 speculation to bring you kingscholar siblings (this family is killing me)#I just think that if Leona were to ask for help Falena would come running. but no one in this game knows how to COMMUNICATE#so they're in a stalemate of misunderstandings#also Leona is allergic to asking for help like any other NRC kid#Idia and Ortho went to Hell and back for each other. Malleus is dooming the world because Silver cried. Falena you need to step up your game#yes falena and kifaji saw leona still awake worrying about a project and sent cheka to inveatigate while they eavesdropped from the hallway#twst#twst spoilers#leona kingscholar#falena kingscholar#malleus draconia#twst kifaji#kifaji#cheka kingscholar#rollo flamme#banter don't look there are too many spoilers here#idia shroud#ortho shroud
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onegianthotmess · 5 months ago
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Morel: *snatches Vil’s purse and slaps Kifaji in the face with it* THAT’S FOR BEING A COMPLETE DICK TO THE LOVE OF MY LIFE!!!!
Kifaji: *confusion* What the-?
Leona: She’s talking about me-
Leona: *realization* Wait, I’m the love of your life-??
Morel: I DON’T KNOW, I’M STILL ANGRY WITH YOU!
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twstfanblog · 7 months ago
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I'm the one who just sent in the period kifaji freakout and I meant that to be anonymous whoopsie
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(There we go fixed it :3)
Kifaji: Ma'am, I can assure you in all my years of living I have NEVER heard of such a thing and I don't believe it's NORMAL????
Leona: Just put her in a locked room with a gallon of juice. She'll be fine.
Yuu: I will bleed on everything put of SPITE.
Vil: Bleeding aside, why can't she compete? Her cramps are much milder than they were before...
Leona: You know...damn well she'd break someone's neck...
Vil:
Vil: Why is that my concern?
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frie-ice · 9 months ago
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At first I was going to do a collage that would only focus on Cheka and the Lion King character he is modelled after, young Simba, but after I learned that we were given a new TLK based character for the Sunset Savanna event, I decided to feature who characters in one collage. The new character I mentioned is named Neji (Kifaji on the JP server) and as you can seen is based upon Zazu. If Farena, Mufasa's TWST counterpart made a appearance in the game and event too, I would have added him and Mufasa to the collage as well. As we are dying to know what Farena looks like.
This Disney Twisted Wonderland collage is part of a series that showcase the parallel comparisons between the original TWST characters with the classic Disney villain characters (or trademark items) that they are based on upon and inspired from. In which has those Twisted Wonderland characters be seen as the TWST counterparts of those Disney characters. I got the idea for this series after seeing Tumblr posts of the TWST Housewardens and Vice-Housewardens being featured beside the original Disney characters that they represent, and I didn't want to limit myself to the Dorm Heads and overblot victims, but also for the other TWST characters.
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twistedtummies2 · 7 months ago
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Neji vs. Kifaji
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This is something I haven't seen posted about yet, so I might as well take it upon myself. XD
In the original Japanese version of "Twisted Wonderland," during the Cloudcalling/Tamashina-Mina Event, the Zazu-based character we meet is named "Kifaji." It's indicated that he basically raised Leona and his brother, and as a result - unlike with Scar and Zazu - the two don't seem to actually HATE each other, although they still snipe at one another, as you would likely expect.
In the recent English release, however, the character has been renamed "Neji." Naturally, I was confused by this. There's nothing inherently wrong with the name, but...why change it? It's the first time we've really had a major name change like that: other characters have slightly different spelling, usually just due to translation differences ("Falena" vs. "Farena"), but this is the first time I know of where the name has been TOTALLY changed. Well...I did a bit of digging, and I think I figured it out. It turns out that the word "Kifaji" is a Swahili word...for some form of food. I should point out that there are actually SEVERAL words that can mean variations on food and mealtimes in Swahili...and apparently, "kifaji" is among those options.
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Ohhhhh, you sneaky, sneaky Japanese fiends. XD
Naturally, I can understand why the English version would change this, since Leona and Kifaji don't APPEAR to have the same particularly dangerous animosity in their relationship...although I will admit, once you learn that fact, EVERYTHING about those two becomes SO much more hilarious. XD So, what about "Neji"? Well, to be honest, so far I haven't found a satisfactory answer as to why that's the name that was chosen for a replacement. It doesn't SEEM to be a word in Swahili at all, at least as far as I can tell. I DID find that the word "neji" in Japanese appears to mean "screw," as in the piece of hardware you might use to build a cabinet or something. If that's where the name comes from, your guess is as good as mine why THAT'S what they chose. :P Regardless, while I don't have any real problems with the name "Neji" on principle...I'm just gonna keep calling this character "Kifaji" in the future. Because now that I know what I know, there is no way I'm calling him ANYTHING else. >:)
A quick note, following all this: I should state that I don't tend to rag on the translations in the NA release of Twisted Wonderland the way a lot of people do. Most of the time I don't have any major problems with it, and on occasion I actually think they do some things better than the original. (Heretical blasphemy, I know.) However, when the translation DOES show its flaws...yeah, it REALLY shows its flaws. LOL
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kukvy · 5 months ago
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Old man yaoi...
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zayray030 · 7 months ago
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...the heart effects that happened after the second one...gurrrl I need that time travel fic where general lilia meets this lilia NOW
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the-fab-fox · 8 months ago
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Petition to Restore Kifaji's Rightful Name
I have created a petition to have the devs give Kifaji back his name because it makes absolutely no sense for them to have changed it in the first place and most of us are like 'he's already Kifaji to us so he'll always be Kifaji to us'.
IDK if it will make a lick of difference but we can try!
If you agree and would like Kifaji's new name to be returned to his rightful name, please give this petition a sign and share with those who hate the change as well!
Thank you! 💖
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raven-at-the-writing-desk · 13 days ago
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Book seven spoilers
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Leona’s mother is alive/was mentioned?! I've seen this floating around, and i wanted to know if it were true. Love your hard work btw.
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This is true; in 7-275 of the main story, the gang talks about their family’s photography habits. Leona mentions (very nonchalantly, mind you) that his mother and the grand chamberlain (Kifaji) are in the habit of taking candid photographs rather than the professional ones they have done for PR. They constantly request Leona to send them new photos, even after he left the royal palace. Apparently these photos are used to decorate the private dining room and his ill father’s hospital room. (He, of course, finds this annoying.)
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Interestingly, we know from Leona’s Ceremonial Robes vignettes that his sister-in-law also asks for photos of him. Leona’s constantly being bothered to send pics, lmao I mean, I can see why— 🤣
So yeah, Mrs. Kingscholar is still alive and well. She was just NEVER mentioned for 5 years 🤡 I think a lot of fans at this point assumed she died giving birth to Leona (which feeds into why he is loathed back home) or was otherwise out of the picture heh, pun intended some other big, important way that was being saved for a future event. To have it dropped at our feet so casually… it feels so jarring.
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moon-mage · 7 months ago
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theonemarvelousness · 2 years ago
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Scar of King's Roar [TW]
Leona's eye hurts.
A lot of stuff hurts. His eyes are dry.
It's rare he sees his father.
Talking to the doctor in the other room.
His ears ache; but he catches some words.
"--Unique Magic..."
"--sand? Everything?"
"--blot--"
"--blind?"
He can't see out of his patched-up eye.
Things are weird.
He wants a bath.
A nap.
"And STAY here. No one wants to look after a cursed prince!" The servant scolds, hauling him in the--well. He's not sure where he is, really. It's dark. And small. And there's no one here.
If he wasn't a lion, he wouldn't be able to make out this small, box-like space. He has to sit to fit.
Jiggling the handle does nothing. He can hear the clatter of a lock.
Maybe if he just naps?
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The door's still locked when he wakes up. He's thirsty, and his stomach growls. Hungry, too.
Pressing his ear against the door...
"Hello?!" He calls, maybe he can't hear them?
"HELLO?!"
Nothing.
He takes another nap.
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Sleep is nice, but when he's awake he's remembering how hungry and thirst he is.
Why are there no servants? That's... how it's supposed to be, right?
Why did the nanny leave him in here?
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His tummy hurts.
His throat hurts.
He's hit the door, and tried to use some magic. But he's not strong enough to get out. His claws aren't as long or as sharp as Farenah's, either. He can't just slash through things like his big brother.
Farenah's at school, far away, too.
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Why can't the door disappear?
Words--strange words bubble in his throat. "I am your hunger, I am your thirst. I am what steals your tomorrows. Kneel before me! King’s Roar!" He doesn't know where it comes from. This strong magic takes nothing, but--but the door!
The door he was pushing against... it's sand?
"What is THAT?" A servant yells, looking at him in horror.
"What did he do!?" Another.
Coming toward them, he grasps their pant leg. "I--"
The cloth turns to sand.
The servant screams. And shoves at him--hard. Their claws pierce and cut his skin, as he's shoved away by his face. It hurts.
It hurts so much.
Stumbling, he falls into a cabinet.
It turns to sand, slowly, as he uses it to get up.
It's.
There's a lot of shouts.
He sees guards.
He...
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Waking up here...
King's Roar.
That was the magic he used. His Unique Magic.
He isn't sure anymore.
Did kids get their Unique Magics?
He's so tired.
"PRINCE LEONA!" The shout of Kifaji startles him. Ears back.
Leona doesn't want...
"Oh no--what did they do to you? My little prince..." The bird flutters and all that.
But he doesn't want to talk. "Thirsty." He gets out, stomach grumbling. Suddenly, all of it's back. The hunger and thirst.
"Yes, yes!" And off the bird goes, coming back with a fresh glass of water. "Slow sips, Leona."
Taking it, he downs it gratefully. It soothes a lot. But he listens. Slow sips.
"I want a nap, Kifaji." He wants his room.
"The doctor hasn't finished--but what happened, Leona?" The soft tone of the adult. The old bird bends to look him in the eyes. Eye.
"...The nanny put me somewhere..." He mumbles, looking away. "And I got out with sand."
The King and the doctor return then.
His father looks just like Farenah.
Sunset hair. Gold eyes. Large. Proud.
He looks like his mother, the late queen. Dirt hair. Green eyes.
But he's only seen her in paintings. Farenah's photos.
Leona bows to the king, as he should, and keeps his gaze to the ground.
The doctor pulls up his chin. "His Blot levels are high, he's severely dehydrated. He needs water. Several good meals. That is an impressive amount of magic for a five-year-old..." He doesn't like looking at the old doctor. But he doesn't pull away like he wants to. "My King, you should be quite proud. You have two powerful princes in magic!"
"He summons sand." The king cuts back.
Leona's ears press flat to his skull.
The doctor is older than even Kifaji. "My, yes, we... are unsure if he'll keep his sight. Kifaji, make sure he's here after dinner. We'll do twice-a-day looks until it's healed."
"Yes, of course."
"He can go now." The doctor releases Leona.
"Come, my Prince." Kifaji gestures for him to come along.
Leona slides off the table, and bows to his father quietly before he leaves.
He doesn't stumble until he's out of the older lion's sight.
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The servants are scared now.
They were just mean before... cursed is thrown around a lot, more.
They say, in their whispers they think he can't hear, that he killed the queen when he was born.
He took too much.
Of course he did, look at that magic.
Sand.
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It left a scar over his eye, but he can see out it.
His fingers trace over it again and again.
"It does make you look like the King of Beasts, Leona." Kifaji points out.
"Really?" He turns back, looking at the old bird, curious.
The bird gives a big smile. "Yes, and I think you'll follow a path of greatness too, one day."
Kifaji's just saying that.
[END]
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natachasakamaki · 8 months ago
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Seriously, guys. I don't want to sound bad, I don't want to be rude, but that's crossing the line. I'm even trying to swallow Yahoo's withdrawal, Sebek Justin Bieber and Cater who only speaks with hashtags, but this is already crossing the limits of bizarreness, scrotum and everything that is bad. Seriously, they changed Kifaji's name...to NEJI?? WHAT IS HE NOW??? NARUTO CHARACTER???
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nami-moittli · 7 months ago
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Yessir 🫡🫡
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