#OC & OC friendship

[thecapturedafrique]

OMG IT’S (Y)OUR BOI!!!

The roleplay hasn’t even launched but you’ve clearly been working hard lmao, I love how beautifully extensive this is! There’s so many parts to enjoy but imma try to pick out my favorites bits to list:

1000/10 on the name, I’m gonna call him our little birdie from now on

I wanna know how Ama felt about him nicknaming himself Cain cause as his little sister I would be Concerned dkdjdkdkkd

Cain working at an ice cream shop is so cute and reflective imho of how sweet he is, ugh the best boi truly

“Emotional support water bottle” nearly did me in lmfao

Maybe if I was bilingual I’d have done as good a job as Cain learning Spanish, I minored in the subject and yet am definitely below average

You lying describing his body as “average” in any way shape or form, idc idc! Like he tatted up and pierced? Quit playing! 😆

Like how you balance his positive and negative traits to give a well-rounded character who is still definitively a Nice Guy

And a Rich Guy

I also love how you named all of his horses, excellent choices truly, I’m so jealous of him

“End of friendships” WE ARE GONNA GET HIM AND LEO BACK TOGETHER OKAY 😭

meet cain: during his senior year in high school, cain tries to balance his studies, love life, and social life. however, he finds it much harder than he could have ever imagined with a serial killer on the loose.

learn more about him here:

Basic Information

Full Name: Cheasequah Awenasa

Cheasequah: The name Cheasequah is derived from the Tsalagi language and it means Red Cardinal Bird. Cain didn't receive his first name until a week after his birth. His great-grandmothers, grandmothers, and mother all participated in naming him, just as they had for other relatives around his age. They chose Cheasequah, inspired by the bright, windy day with sun-dappled maroon leaves that match the colors of a Red Cardinal Bird.

Awenasa: The name Awenasa is derived from the Cherokee Language and it means My Home. Native Americans did not adopt the custom of having surnames until 1900. Therefore, the only recorded Awenasa was a young man who went by the name of Salonitah “Sharp Shooter” Awenasa. Salonitah never knew his father as he died before he was born. In honor of his mother, he took her name "Awenasa" and used it as his official surname. She passed away in 1905.

Nickname(s)

Cain: Cain's nickname originated from the story of Cain and Abel. He found the drama of bloodshed, carnage, and family conflict thrilling, so he adopted the name for himself at the age of 7. His parents were obviously shocked and surprised, but much to his childhood annoyance, would still call him by his birth name.

Chess: Chess is derived from his first name, Cheasequah. His family mostly calls him by that name.

Age: 18

Date of Birth: September 27th, 2005

Birthplace: Seattle, Washington, United States

Cain was born in Seattle because his parents were temporarily living there for their careers before moving back to Ocean Shores a couple months after he was born.

Hometown: Ocean Shores, Washington, United States

Current Location: Ocean Shores, Washington, United States

Ethnicity: American Indian

Nationality

Cherokee: On his mother's side, he comes from the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI), and on his father's side, he is from the United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians. He has direct ancestors who were associated with the Indian Removal Act, The Trail of Tears and the 800 Cherokee Indians that lived amongst the Oconaluftee River that avoided the Trail of Tears entirely.

Gender: Cisgendered Male

Pronouns: He/Him/His

Sexuality: Bisexual

Religion: Cain’s family have notoriously preserved and raised each generation on traditional Cherokee beliefs. He’s raised to believe in Unetlanvhi (the Great Spirit) and practice those beliefs by participating in stomp dances and other ceremonies. Every year, he participates in two events held in Oklahoma, despite living in Washington.

Occupation: He works part-time as a ice cream scooper at an ice cream parlor and as a farm hand with his uncle during summer breaks.

Living Arrangements: Cain lives with his mother, father and three younger siblings in a 5 bedroom home in Ocean Shores, Washington.

In 1985, Cain's grandparents Yansa and Tsula Awenasa bought a plot of land and built their first home. After 15 years of living there and expanding the property, Tsula gifted the home to her youngest son (he was still living with them at the time), Cain's father Kanuna, in 2000. Kanuna and his wife Hialeah then raised their children in the home from 2005 onwards.

Bedroom Description

Cain’s bedroom can be described as cozy. The color theme of his bedroom is sage green, with dark wood floors. He has cream colored carpets that are 80% always littered with some kind of clothing until he picks it up. He has two huge connecting windows behind his bed that reaches out to the balcony (that he sneaks out of) that are covered with sheer taupe curtains. His furniture is made of dark wood to contrast that his entire room is painted a cream color. His nightstands are littered with an air diffuser, his keys, an alarm clock, two table lights, jewelry, emotional support water bottle and a framed picture of him with his favorite director Wes Studi. He has a desk that’s suppose to be for homework but it’s really to support his PC Gaming Desktop/Computer that supports games and editing videos. He has a low dresser that holds most of his trophies, awards, and other pictures of friends and family and a closet that’s built inside of his room. All over his walls are posters of movies, gaming and records of his favorite albums.

Cain's room is his personal space. If he's not out and about with his friends and family, he's usually vibing in his room.

Language(s) Spoken

Cain is fluent in two languages: English and Southern Iroquoian, which is spoken by the Cherokee Native Americans. His fluency is heavily reliant on the teachings of his grandparents, parents, and extended family members. Their objective is to prevent the near-extinct language from dying out completely within their family.

He can also speak Spanish, having been taking classes since Freshman Year. He is slightly above average in that language.

Physical Appearance

Hair Color

Black

Eye Color

Dark Brown

Height

6’0

Weight

166 lbs

Build

Inverted Triangle, Muscular.

He has the average body of someone who works out constantly and has a high metabolism.

Tattoos/Scars

Scars

Cain has a scar that travels below his ear and up four inches towards his head. No one can see it since his hair has grown back, but it was caused by a hate-crime incident.

He has a scar on his left eyebrow that was caused by falling off a training horse when he was a kid. Although it has faded over time, it is still visible if you are up close.

He has a few scars around his body that he wouldn’t have the slightest clue as to where they came from.

Tattoos

His first tattoo is an ancestral tattoo that’s located on the middle of his back. The men in his family receive this tattoo once they reach the age of 18.

The second tattoo is located on his forearm. The tattoo honors his ancestry.

The third tattoo is a camera located on his right ear. It represents his love for films and his desired career aspiration in filmmaking.

Piercings

Cain has both his ear lobes, helix and rooks pierced.

Usual Expression: Cain is known for his relaxed expression, which gives him an approachable vibe. His demeanor is one of his most notable characteristics, and it's easy to see why. He carries himself with a sense of calm and ease that makes people feel comfortable around him.

Distinguishing Characteristics

People notice Cain's hair before they notice him. Often in braids, straightened, half-do or just a ponytail, his hair reaches to the middle of his back, and he always takes good care of it.

Personality

Zodiac

Libra ☀️ Leo 🌙 Sagittarius ↗️

MBTI

ENFP-A: Campaigners are true free spirits – outgoing, openhearted, and open-minded. With their lively, upbeat approach to life, they stand out in any crowd. But even though they can be the life of the party, Campaigners don’t just care about having a good time. These personality types run deep – as does their longing for meaningful, emotional connections with other people.

Enneagram

6w7 (The Buddy): Sixes with Seven wings are very outgoing people who love to be surrounded by friends and have a good time. They balance their time spent relaxing with hard work, which is sacred to them. They can be both cheerful and serious, gaining insight from their environment and the people around them to anticipate their actions and protect themselves.

Temperament

Sanguine [Dominant]: The Sanguine is an extroverted, fun-loving, and playful personality type. They are activity-prone, impulsive, entertaining, and persuasive, often easily amused and optimistic. They are enthusiastic and expressive, and tend to be very affectionate. Sanguines are personable, receptive, open to others, and build relationships quickly. They are animated, excitable, approachable, accepting, and trusting of others. They smile and talk easily and often, and are skilled with words.

Moral Alignment

Neutral Good: A neutral good character typically acts selflessly, without considering whether the action is lawful or traditional. They are willing to cooperate with lawful officials, but they do not feel obligated to do so. If doing the right thing requires bending or breaking rules, they do not experience the same inner conflict that a lawful good character would.

Positive Traits

cooperative, diplomatic, fair-minded, social, reliable, hard-working, responsible, trustworthy, reactive, defiant, rebellious, optimistic, versatile, spontaneous, playful, high-spirited, practical, constantly seeking new and exciting experiences, curious, perceptive, enthusiastic, excellent communicator, festive, good-natured and romantic.

Negative Traits

indecisive, avoids confrontations, will carry a grudge, melancholic, defensive, evasive, anxious, cautious, people-pleasing, unfocused, disorganized, overly accommodating, overly optimistic, restless, misapplication of talents, becomes over-extended, lacks discipline.

Tropes

Nice Guy

Beware of The Nice Ones

You Are Not Alone

Big Man on Campus

Lovable Jock

Innocently Insensitive

Animal Lover

Fears

Current Fear: Losing his personal support system and stability.

Hobbies

Horseback Riding, Skating, Surfing, Swimming, Video Editing, Scriptwriting, Making Film Reviews.

Habits

Sideways glance, likes to wink, arms crossed over chest, pinching the bridge of the nose, running hand through hair, standing with hands in pocket, passing hand over the face when tired, twisting rings on fingers, leaning against wall while talking, whistles while walking.

Love Language

Acts of Service

" Can helping with homework really be an expression of love? Absolutely! Anything you do to ease the burden of responsibilities weighing on an “Acts of Service” person will speak volumes. The words he or she most wants to hear: “Let me do that for you.” Laziness, broken commitments, and making more work for them tell speakers of this language their feelings don’t matter. When others serve you out of love (and not obligation), you feel truly valued and loved."

Quality Time

" In Quality Time™, nothing says “I love you” like full, undivided attention. Being there for this type of person is critical, but really being there—with the TV off, fork and knife down, and all chores and tasks on standby—makes you feel truly special and loved. Distractions, postponed activities, or the failure to listen can be especially hurtful. Whether it's spending uninterrupted time talking with someone else or doing activities together, you deepen your connection with others through sharing time."

Physical Touch

" A person whose primary language is Physical Touch™ is, not surprisingly, very touchy. Hugs, pats on the back, and thoughtful touches on the arm—they can all be ways to show excitement, concern, care, and love. Physical presence and accessibility are crucial, while neglect or abuse can be unforgivable and destructive. Appropriate and timely touches communicate warmth, safety, and love to you. "

Favorites

Season

Fall

Weather

Rain

Color

Vermilion

Music

Hip Hop/Rap, Pop, Dance, R&B, Indie, Theatre Soundtracks.

Movies

Smoke Signals

Dead Poets Society

Ferris Bueller's Day Off

Geronimo: An American Legend

The Outsiders

Powwow Highway

The Protagonists

Sports

Basketball, Football and Track

Beverage

C4 Energy X Starburst Drinks, Lemon and Lime Water, Black Tea

Food

Fry bread that is paired with toppings such as beans, meat, cheese, and tomatoes. Cedar plank salmon with wild rice and wild onions, that are served with eggs.

Animal

Representory Animal: Red Cardinal Bird

Family

Parents:

Kanuna Awenasa (47 years old): Kanuna is Cain’s father and has been a constant presence in Cain's life, as well as that of Cain's three other siblings. Not only has Kanuna been emotionally supportive of Cain, but he has also been physically present, providing guidance and a nurturing environment where Cain can express his emotions freely to him.

Hialeah Awenasa (45 years old): Hialeah is Cain's mother and they share a close relationship. Hialeah has a deep sense of protectiveness towards all of her children, but especially towards Cain since he will be leaving soon to attend college. Like any mother, Hialeah is always going to great lengths to ensure that she can be the best mother she can be and Cain, like any good son, is always appreciative of his mother and her efforts.

Sibling(s):

Amadahy “Ama” Awenasa (14 years old): Ama is Cain's younger sister, and they have a close relationship. However, things have recently become tense between them. This tension is somewhat expected, as Cain is leaving high school just as Ama is entering it. They are both at different stages in their lives, with different priorities and interests, and are generally shifting in different directions. While Ama wants to carve out her own future, Cain is using the excuse of being her big brother and knowing what and who is best for her. Despite their differences and ongoing bickering, Ama and Cain have always been there for each other, supporting one another through thick and thin.

Welala “Wesa” Awenasa (7 years old): Wesa is Cain's younger brother, and they have a close relationship. Though they share a typical big brother-little brother bond with all the arguments, fights, and annoying behavior that come with it, their bond runs deep. Cain hopes to set a good example for his brother, but his naturally rebellious nature is a contrast to that. At the same time, Cain cherishes their unique sibling dynamic.

Inola “Nini” Awenasa (6 Months old): Inola is Cain's younger sister, and they naturally have a close bond. Her arrival was a surprise to everyone, but Cain easily took on the role of as a big brother, as he has done twice before.

Extended Family

The Kanagagota Family

Maternal Great-Grandfather: Mato Kanagagota

Maternal Great-Grandmother: Lapahie Kanagagota ( Lapahie did not have a surname when she married Mato).

Maternal Grandfather: Citlali Kanagagota

Maternal Grandmother: Mitena Kanagagota (née Summerhill)

Uncle: Danuwoa Kanagagota

Uncle: Wohali Kanagagota

Aunt: Leotie Kanagagota

Mother: Hialeah Awenasa (née Kanagagota )

— Sidenote: The Kanagagota Family lives in upstate Carnation, Washington, where they own a farm. Cain's horses reside on the farm and he tries to visit them every weekend.

The Awenasa Family

Honorable Mention: The First Inheritor of the Awenasa Surname | Salonitah Awenasa

Paternal Great-Grandfather: Nakamo Awenasa

Paternal Great-Grandmother: Ayita Awenasa (née Onacona)

Paternal Grandfather: Yansa Awenasa

Paternal Grandmother: Tsula Awenasa (née Bravebird)

Aunt: Mohe Catawnee ( née Awenasa)

Uncle: Atohi Awenasa

Uncle: Austenaco “Austen” Awenasa

Father: Kanuna Awenasa

Aunt: Kamama Awenasa (Kanuna’s indentical twin sister)

Family’s Financial Status

Cain’s family’s financial status is Upper Middle Class.

Cain's mother is a Pediatrician and his father is an Aquatic Veterinarian. On top of that, The Awenasa and Kanagagota Family have had stable to comfortable jobs + careers since they moved to Ocean Shores and Carnation, Washington around 50 years ago. Although some family members live in various other states across the west coast, they all stay in touch and are able to support themselves and each other financially.

Cain himself has over $110,000 in his own personal savings due to his mother being an Eastern Band Cherokee.

Pet(s)

American Quarter Horse: Stormcloud

Spanish-Norman Horse: Nightbreeze

Pyrenean Mountain Dog: Koda Awenasa

Entlebucher Sennenhund Dog: Misun Awenasa

Russian Blue Cat: Wahya Awenasa

Sidenote: Stormcloud and Nightbreeze do not reside with Cain. Instead, they live on the farm in Carnation, Washington with the Kanagagota Family.

Life Stages

Childhood: In the early days of Cain's life, joy and health were prevalent. His parents chose to be hands-on and hands-off when necessary, a sentiment echoed by his extended family, who he has been surrounded by since birth. Growing up, Cain didn't own many toys. It wasn't because his family couldn't afford materialistic things, but because he found more joy in mundane activities. During his 6th birthday party, his father bought him a brand new PlayStation set which he played with for a few hours. But the next morning, Cain was outside making mud pies and playing with a few of his friends who had stayed the night. His childhood, filled with nature, would only strengthened his need to get into trouble due to curiosity. He was rebellious to a fault and quick on his feet, so no one could catch him doing stupid things if they tried (but that doesn’t mean they never did). As a result, he was enrolled in school sports to expend some of his excess energy towards something positive, which worked until the racism against him became apparent. Cain had been surrounded by people who looked like him and had always been kind enough to make friends wherever he went, but many people can take advantage of that and thus he was bullied because of it, which started to irritate him. He had always been raised with the idea that one should treat others the way they would want to be treated.

Adolescence: During his teenage years, Cain has experienced many ups and downs. From the end of friendships to the end of relationships, but he believes that this is what shapes a person and he’s one to always learn from his mistakes. But, like all teenagers, nothing is ever clear-cut, no matter how hard he expresses his feelings about situations and people. Over the course of his middle and high school career, he’s became quite popular with the students but a little less popular with the faculty, except for his art and physical education teachers. He makes good grades, some above average to maintain a well adjusted GPA but his heart has always lied with telling stories and that’s mostly due to the influence of his grandparents, Yansa and Tsula, who are the family’s storytellers.

[jadetheblueartist]

Been projecting myself into Percy Jackson lately so here’s a little doodle

After a little identity crisis, I think I’ve settled on being a daughter of Athena and legacy of Nemesis who eventually joins the hunters of Artemis. Super simple and straightforward hfjdjfjjdjdjdkd

Gonna yap I guess and treat her like an oc that’s just me bc it’s easier to approach that way

-so her name is Lea (short for Azalea but she rarely actually goes by that)

-so daughter of Athena right? Well the interesting thing about that is she’s sort of an anti-Athena kid? In that she sort of opposite to how the other kids are

For starters, she is not the leading or strategizing type. That stuff stresses her out too much (doesn’t mean she wouldn’t technically be good at it, she just be struggling). Her “strategizing” generally manifests in overthinking and thinking through every possible outcome and knowing how to be prepared for it.

She’s also very avoidant of the spotlight and doesn’t struggle with hubris. She’d much rather play a support role. While some credit for things would be nice, she definitely doesn’t want any extreme accolades.

Lastly, she’s quite the burnt out gifted kid. She used to read a bunch, but now she can’t force herself to do that. She’s a school hater and especially a math despiser. Her love for knowledge manifests in her random deep dives and hyperfixations on specific topics where she’s overcome with the desire to know absolutely everything about this one topic or she will explode.

-her Athena-y traits come through in other ways tho. For starters, she love the arts and especially loves weaving type things like crocheting, knitting, friendship bracelet making, etc. She also enjoys debate type conversations and making good points and just generally knowing stuff. She is very perfectionistic which causes her to have really high standards for herself and those around her which leads her to isolating more often than not. Like her mother, she’s not interested in romance; she’s much rather focus on her platonic relationships (they’re hard enough to keep up as is).

-she’s also a legacy of Nemesis (her dad is a child of Nemesis). This manifests mostly in a really intense need for fairness and justice and wanting to put arrogant people in their place. The fact that Athena is already a goddess of justice also just kinda amps this up a bunch.

-her fatal flaw is probably fear/low self-esteem tho her low self-esteem could be rooted in fear so you knowwwwww she’s got a bunch of fears and things that have a big impact on her so she has to be intentional about pushing past them otherwise it very well could be fatal

-she can communicate with owls and has an owl friend named Toast

-joins the hunters at 18 ish probably right about when she’s ready to move on from camp

Yeah that’s sort of what we got going and like I only doodled her hunter outfit so you know but I love this it’s so fun fjdjdjdjdjdjdfkspfi I just have to do all this official lore stuff in order for my brain to let me use her in my scenarios ^^ it’s weird man but idk i just work here

[magnolia-sunrise]

💐 and 💘 for wolfgang and bastien!!

im not sure if you meant both for both but ill do both!

thank you hehe <3 💐What is their courting style? How would they woo someone? Wolfgang: they're hot, they know it, they know how to use it. So less of courting and more of "I like you, let's fuck" and it works for them 90% of the time. Then there is of course their stubborn mechanic who is actually too professional at first to say yes? so they actually have to ...try? It becomes kind of a fun challenge of trying to get a reaction out of Bastien; showing up to the clinic in more revealing outfits and amping up the flirting and touchiness.

it's all fun and games until they both catch feelings lmao Bastien: I don't think he actually knows like, how or why to try? He used to wine and dine his boyfriend when they started dating but even back then it was kind of more at Matteo's discretion. He would say that doesn't get the whole like, romance thing very much. 💘 Is your OC a very good flirt? Are they charming?

Bastien: He's a very closed off and guarded person, not very flirty because of it. Over the years their friendship with Wolf does bring out a flirty side of him because there is that part of him that always wants to one up them in their own games. related to all this - he doesn't think he comes off as very charming to people he doesn't know, most of the time he doesn't feel like he belongs in his own skin so its. difficult.

objectively he is charming in less obvious ways - when you see underneath his carefully built walls and see that he really cares for his patients, that he will bring Élise a cup of tea when they've been both working too long, that he does have the genuine warmest smile that crinkles in his eyes every time

Wolfgang: what to say that i haven't said already, they've lived a long life, they know what they want and how to get it, they're shameless - charm comes very easy to them, so easy it's sometimes nauseatingly difficult to actually be vulnerable and honest without hiding behind a smile and a wink

[ao3feed-destiel-02]

A Nephilim &amp; a Mage

A Nephilim & a Mage https://ift.tt/6LyB1Dq by DawnDrakon A Jack Kline x OC fic. "Gold, Cinnamon, Thunder, & Thorns." When tragedy strikes the town of Greenville, Washington, Harvey meets the infamous Winchester brothers, who help her discover her dormant powers as a mage. With nowhere left to go, she finds herself in the care of Jody Mills and some new sisters, the Wayward Sisters. And when her life looks like it's finally turning for the better, she meets the Son of Lucifer, Jack Kline. Hijinks ensue.   Or: I write a queer woman of color into the story to balance out storylines, fix the show's stupid shit, and have someone else Jack's age. The characters grow together, fall in love, and everyone can finally find peace.   Fic is finished, just updating as chapters get edited! Words: 10650, Chapters: 2/40, Language: English Fandoms: Supernatural (TV 2005) Rating: Explicit Warnings: Graphic Depictions Of Violence, Major Character Death Categories: F/F, F/M, M/M Characters: Jack Kline, Original Supernatural (TV) Character(s), Castiel (Supernatural), Dean Winchester, Sam Winchester, Rowena MacLeod, Jody Mills, Donna Hanscum, Claire Novak, Kaia Nieves, Alex Jones (Supernatural), Patience Turner, Kelly Kline (Supernatural), Apocalypseverse Michael (Supernatural), Lucifer (Supernatural), God | Chuck Shurley Relationships: Jack Kline/Original Female Character(s), Castiel/Dean Winchester, Kaia Nieves/Claire Novak, Donna Hanscum/Jody Mills, Eileen Leahy/Sam Winchester Additional Tags: Bisexual Female Character, Female Character of Color, Slow Burn, Fix-It, Season/Series 13, season 13 and on retelling, Retelling, Post-Canon, Fluff, Light Angst, Mutual Pining, Female Friendship, Original Female Character(s) - Freeform, Demisexual Jack Kline, new magic system, Eventual Happy Ending, I Fix the Show, when i say slow burn i mean it, Eventual Smut, Mutual Masturbation, Blow Jobs, Vaginal Fingering, Cunnilingus, female orgasm, True Love, Porn with Feelings via AO3 works tagged 'Castiel/Dean Winchester' https://ift.tt/T9X1AIg May 18, 2023 at 05:21PM

[sae-mian]

ohhh.. i usually keep my rambling on these in the tags but... but...

LOOK AT THEM!!!!

nira’sae (my wol, pictured in the center) has two love interests -  my other OC minasha taan (left), and g’raha tia (right)

[obligatory ramble cut! it gets messy down there! you’ve been warned!]

nira’sae was so, so close to getting together with ‘raha at the end of the crystal tower saga - he even took their first kiss 😭 but... then he shut himself away, they shut themself off from love in general until a ways into heavensward, where they almost, almost fall for aymeric. after that, NADA. no romance. NONE. (until shadowbringers. hehe)

all the while, they develop something of a close, if slightly messy, friendship with minasha, their assigned retainer. he fancies them something fierce, but, generally comes to the conclusion they’re off-limits, so doesn’t pursue them seriously.

until!

⋆⁺｡˚⋆˙‧₊ endwalker  ₊‧˙⋆˚｡⁺⋆

after the events of shadowbringers, and after nira’sae promptly dies and loses most all of their memories, having to work to re-gain them, they hit it off with g’raha again. without all the baggage (and frankly, bad thought patterns) that came with those memories weighin’ them down, they were able to see clearly that they were pretty gone for him, and he was for them, too. 

so, partway through endwalker (around In From The Cold) those two get together all stealth-like (”stealth”, i say, like the other scions weren’t placing bets already). 

in post-endwalker, minasha slides back into the picture. with their newly found abundance of free-time, they go back to spending a lot of their free time together, just hanging out, napping together, as friends do. it’s during one of these naps that they manage to echo-project a dream onto him - one of a world where they get together (funnily, the dream he sees is actually of the Petals universe, where they are canonically together anyway). 

and he’s just. so miffed by this. the idea that they were not, in fact, off limits, and he could have done more than just pine this whole time. 

so he makes up for lost time. he amps up the flirting, and the general assholery, and they feel hella guilty about it the whole time cus. it’s kind of working? they already had a little crush on him from the beginning? and now he’s making it worse? and they’re with g’raha now so please stop? 

it ends well, though. 

g’raha catches on pretty quick, and, while at first he was a little possessive about it, he eventually came to realize minasha actually makes quite the ally. most importantly, minasha makes nira’sae happy. and that’s what matters most. (and also he flusters the hell out of them - which is one of his favourite things to do, too)

it has been a hard day so I leave you all with yet another wol question...

do they have a love interest? I ADORE hearing about people's wol and/or oc ships so pleaaaase hit me with all the details <33

[gaydiation-poisoning]

soooo I scrolled through ur tag abt ur oc amp and u mentioned that she has a friend named Sammy in there ! how'd she meet them and how's their friendship dynamic ?

Ahh yes Sammy! The wee fishe boi

To Amp, Sammy is an adopted little brother of sorts. She first met him while she was still living on the streets in Inkopolis at the time.

She was about nine years old and wandering along the shoreline one evening, and found a jar rolling around in the surf with something inside it.

Curiosity got the best of her, and she had to very carefully walk along the rocks out into the water to grab it, needing to be very careful not to fall in as Inkfish and seawater don't mix.

She pulled this jar out of the water and brought back to the beach, where upon further inspection she discovered it was a baby Salmonid lodged inside. After several attempts she finally managed to free him, and seeing that he was weak, offered him some of the chips she had been saving for dinner that night, which he wolfed down with gusto.

She was originally going to get up and leave, but he followed, and insisted on following. Amp eventually figured he didn't have a school to go back to, and she of all people knew what it was like to not have a home.

So she took him in, and they've been together ever since, helping each other find food and make their way in the world. After all, kids like them gotta stick together, right?

[jet-slootmaekers]

JET SLOOTMAEKERS & JAMIE WHELAN

Law & Order: Organized Crime [03.02]

[protectorsofworlds]

Friends Till The End Completed Version.

[finniestoncrane]

first time requesting hi !! i know this isn't your usual writing request but i am starving for more of your ocs so could i please get some mark and connie content ? tell me about how they'd pursue a love interest and how they'd act in a relationship >:) and yeah we've already seen how mark flirts but i am absolutely rabid for him so MORE MORE MORE

ok ok yep absolutely!! in light of recent events in the newest chapter of my long fic i am more than happy to go wild about mark because he is my babygirl ;-;

connie's pretty easy to answer for. she only has one love interest, and that is eddie. she has lust interests, but they really don't go any further than her staring and screaming internally at people she thinks are pretty (ivy, johnny charisma, jack ryder... she's me). her plan of action with eddie was to stick around long enough that he just got used to her, and she imagines she succeeded. in reality, he loves her dearly and didn't need to "get used" to her, he liked having her around from the start, even if he was hesitant to admit it ;-;

OK OK SO BABYGIRL EXTREME, MARK <3

flirting

he's a pretty confident guy, i think it comes with the line of work. no one wants a hesitant goon

he flirts with everyone. constantly. he doesn't even realise he's doing it, he just has that kind of face and charm that makes everyone assume he's into them

but the key to knowing if he's genuinely interested in you is nicknames

like he'd almost immediately give anyone he was into a petname/nickname

also verbal flirting is like second nature to him, but physical flirtation is 100% reserved for people he is into

if he's holding your hand, or grabbing your waist to pull you closer, or hugging you, or placing his hand on your lower back then he's smitten

if he's really trying to amp it up, he'll let himself be 'cringe' in front of you

no one apart from the people he's slept with know that he plays guitar, because they're only ones he'll serenade (so cheesy, but impossible to hate)

pursuing a love interest

he can be a little bit relentless, because his usual method of letting someone know he's into them is spending a lot of time with them whenever possible

so even if he's not asking you on a date outright, you'll be asked out for walks or drinks or lunch or anything pretty regularly

saying that though, he lets things happen naturally

he's not really a dater, explicitly

like, you're not going to feel awkward at a romantic dinner or pressured in the back row of the cinema

it's just hanging out as friends until he catches you off guard with a slight grin, followed by a kiss that he made you lean into before you even knew what was happening

in a relationship

it's either a positive or a negative, depending what you're preferences are, but it's sort of just an intimate friendship

he's not a hugely romantic guy, being in a relationship is an extension of dating and nothing more. like there's just the addition of exclusivity and regular sex

he's not particular about rules or norms, he'll have you move in with him pretty quickly

he's also easy to be around. he's tidy, fairly organised, and he's a good listener

but he's not going to propose to you, that's for losers. who needs to pay money to make their relationship official? no thank you

he's also extremely comfortable with his lifestyle and where he is right now, so that might get stale if you're looking for literal adventure

if you're just looking for fun and someone a bit exciting who is also dependable and not too risky, he's perfect

bonus sex headcanons

he's not hugely adventurous sexually, although he's not vanilla either. like he will finger you in a public place, but he's not into any specific kinks beyond lingerie, spanking and maybe a teensy bit of daddy stuff

he is hung though, and he knows how to use what god (me) gifted him with

like we're talking 8 inches of uncut meat babe, and he's super good with it. gentle and careful, but rough if you want him to be

he also eats pussy/ass super sloppy

and he's very vocal

he's super whiny when he cums, and despite the fact that during sex he's all grunting and growling, he moans like a soprano at the climax

[vox-monstera]

For the ask game: 4, 5, 30, 36?

CP2077 OC ask game *:･ﾟ✧⚔️🤖🔮

(thank you @irrigone!)

4. what tarot card from the major arcana would you associate with them?

I'd associate Vox most with The Tower. Her life has been tumultuous, with drastic, life-altering changes occurring often. For good or bad, Vox has had to burn down and rebuild her life more than once, and it's something that she's fearful of, but good at, at this point.

5. are they religious or spiritual in any way?

Before passing away, Amp and Rom raised Vox in a secular household, so she didn't have a religious foundation as a young child. Padre did attempt to raise her Catholic after she came to live with him, but Vox was very much against the whole institution. As far as spirituality, she's always been a skeptic, though there are times in which Misty says or does something that has her doubting her cynicism.

30. is your friend a social butterfly or more of a loner? - copied this one from an earlier ask!

Definitely a loner. She grew up starting conflict instead of searching for friendship, and it wasn't until she met Jackie for the second time after coming back to NC that she finally started to open up. He was definitely a catalyst for her social development, being the absolute beam of sunshine of a person that he was. Vox did revert slightly after his death and found it hard to connect to others without the fear of losing them.

36. who is their biggest enemy? - copied this one from an earlier ask!

I'm not gonna sit here and quote My Own Worst Enemy by Lit but... Other than that, Vox doesn't really have "enemies"; she more has people that she'd really like to curb stomp.

Thank you for your questions! 💗 It took me forever to answer but we did it, boys!

[imthepunchlord]

The New York special. Sigh. I liked marinette in the New York special. Adrien. Well. You know. Alya? Nope. Never.

So marinettes behaviour. Anyone can see that marinette was trying to move on and get rid of her slightly creepy tendencies. I liked that. She was trying to be friends with him. Alya was being the most unsupportive person. Her ‘just a friend’ was irritating felt very condescending. It was like she doesn’t actually care about marinettes feelings. She knows that marinette feels hurt when she sees him in a relationship with Kagami (no hate to Kagami, I love her) but she still wants to get her with adrien. She encourages her to pursue Adrien when he is akresdy dating Kagami. And marinette is dating luka.

Another example of Alya being a shitty friend is guiltrip. She tried to gaslight marinette into telling her the secret. (It just gave me manipulative vibes) then also (I don’t remember the episode) she tried to guiltrip marinette into giving her the fox miraculous permanently. Then there’s Mr Pigeon 72. When marinette was going to go comfort Kagami (like a good friend) she tells her to go comfort Adrien instead because fuck female solidarity!

Now Adrien. Well. I think him wanting to go to New York was okay. He is hardly let out of his house. But I also agreed with ladybug when she said she can’t trust him now. Adrien then threw himself a pity party when he killed Aeon. I don’t know why but I always get the vibe that he wants everyone to feel sorry for him. He’s the sad rich kid. (we have 3 more of those now). But he is also grieving. He is allowed to be sad. I’m making an exception for that.

So that’s pretty much it. Hope you have fun reading it!

Yeah, even back in s1, Alya's had issues as a friends. That was the biggest reason I couldn't really get into Alyanette. Overall, the friendship and dynamic was enjoyable but you could definitely see those issues. And s2 continued and those issues just got worse. They really took one of her biggest flaws and just, amped it up to a 100, especially s3, the NY Special, and now s4.

Honestly their friendship is quite souring right now.

On Adrien going to NY, biggest issue is that he just didn't notify LB at all. Yeah, Plagg told him not to, but that's a forced in writer line that makes that comment OC from Plagg. One of two now (that I know of). Also bothered that he and Aeon don't talk about the fact that he did kill her and is is like yeah, no, that's ok no it's not.

That is serious and if they're not going to treat it seriously, they shouldn't have done it. Like Chloe nearly causing a train accident, not treated as seriously as it should. Marinette getting expelled. There's a big growing list of things that should be treated with seriousness but they aren't.

Either way yes, Adrien at the core just wants unconditional love and support. He doesn't even want to date LB as an equal romantic partner but just someone who loves him unconditionally and fill that void his mom left. You got Simon Says to back him associating LB with his mom, and then you got the ep Ladybug where Sentibug promises to love him and that's all he needed to turn against the real LB.

It is ok for Adrien to be sad, but when he's sad for 4 seasons straight, you stop caring. Call me when he grows a pair and decides to finally change things for himself. Otherwise I'm not interested or even care about Adrien and the Agreste drama anymore.

[rosyfingereddawnn]

only the black rose (chapter 3)

pairing: jimmy page x layla porter (oc)

warnings: vague sexual references, two mentions of keith richards and a whole lot of fluff. also poetry about jimmy page because i’m a simp.

words: 3.4k

summary: in the blink of an eye, it’s 1975 and layla’s suddenly joining led zeppelin for their north american tour. throughout the chaos, the band take a liking to her, she builds friendships with the boys, and love blossoms. but all good things must come to an end.

author’s note: not beta’d as always! this story does follow a playlist of mine, because i put too much thought into things. also this chapter is full of jimmy moments (finally) so i hope you enjoy :)

masterlist

playlist

chapter one

chapter two

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“He’s coming!”

Hushed whispers echo through the studio as amps become hiding spots, and instruments camouflage the people crouched behind them, anxiously waiting. Layla finds herself kneeling next to Bonzo and Jonesy, Robert a few feet away, giggling silently at the anticipation.

Feeling for the leather handle of the prize slung over her shoulder, Layla smiles wide, excitement dancing in her eyes like a perfect waltz. Hearing soft footfalls on the tiled floor drawing near, a charged silence falls over the studio. Sun-kissed curls poke out from behind the amps to spot the intruder. With a subtle nod to hidden companions, chaos erupts.

“Surprise!” A chorus of voices yell in near unison, startling the intruder, who puts a hand to his racing heart.

“Happy birthday, Pagey.” Robert trots up to his friend, grinning impishly at the stunt he had pulled. Jonesy and Bonzo follow suit, hugging the guitarist, while Peter lumbers out of his hiding spot, knees groaning from his crouched position. A pat on the shoulder and smile gracing his face, Peter wishes the man a happy birthday as well. Minutes pass, packed with greetings and formal well-wishes, until misty green meets warm brown once again.

“Happy birthday, Jimmy.” Layla starts towards the man, pulling him into a familiar hug, his unruly curls brushing her cheek like the soft caress of a lover. The hands that wrap around her back finally feel the handle of the weathered guitar case, and he pulls away, confusion creasing his handsome face.

“Layla, is that a guitar? I didn’t know you played...”

“This isn’t for me… It’s, uh… It’s your birthday present.”

“You…”

“Well don’t just stand there gaping at her, Pagey! Open it for God’s sake! She picked it out herself!”

Hands quivering almost imperceptibly, long fingers reach for the clasps of the case, snapping them open with a click. A soft gasp permeates the tense silence as the lid is opened, revealing the beautiful instrument. Lifting it out of the case delicately, Jimmy’s face fills with awe, eyes shining, clear ponds of morning dew. Running a hand down the neck of the guitar lightly, Jimmy looks back at Layla, then at the instrument once more, mouth opening and closing like a floundering fish.

“Layla… It’s… Thank you so much.”

“Of course, Jimmy,” Layla whispers almost shyly at the gratitude of the man before her, “I hope you like it. I saw it and thought it was perfect for you, but obviously you don’t have to use it if it’s—”

She is cut off by the sensation of long arms around her once more, cradling her as though she was a precious gift. She is once again surrounded by the dusky sweet scent of smoke, pine and citrus. Ebony ringlets tickle against her cheek once more, and she is home.

“You know,” Jimmy starts, voice a calming rumble against Layla’s cheek, which is pressed to the tall man’s chest, “I may not be great with words. That’s why everyone else writes the lyrics. But believe me, petal, I’ll never forget this.”

“Petal… That’s a new one, Jim.”

Layla and Jimmy jump apart then, laughing shyly at the intrusion. Hands wringing together, desperately searching for a distraction, their eyes meet once more. Twin blushes rise on their faces, and they turn to face their friends.

“Well, I do believe it’s time for the cake!” Peter claps his hands together, signalling the end of the awkward moment that had transpired, “Boys, let’s go get everything ready. Except for you, Pagey. You’re the birthday boy, we’re not gonna let you lift a finger to help today.”

“But—”

The only response is the patter of footsteps against the floor, signalling their exit. Layla chances a look at the man next to her, and finds him looking back once again. Mulling it over in her head, she decides to ask the question she’s been contemplating since the beautiful guitar was uncovered.

“Jimmy, you said you weren’t great with words,” Layla breathes out, hand rubbing at the back of her neck, eyes downcast, “Would you be able to play something for me? You obviously don't have to, but—”

“Layla, I’d love to. I need to try this beauty out anyways, might as well do it while you’re here to witness it.”

A smirk sits familiar on his stubble-dusted cheeks, dimples just visible. It’s obvious he was joking, but the thought of him playing something solely for her, on the guitar that she gifted him, was a lot for the young woman.

“Do you have any requests, petal?”

“Not really, but I’m sure anything you play will sound amazing.”

“Oh, you flatter me too much,” A hand moves to the crown of his head, graceful fingers scratching nervously, a betrayal of the man’s attempt at nonchalance. Jimmy stops then, cogs almost visibly turning in his brilliant mind. “… This will have to do.”

He sends a smile to his companion, and launches in, a flurry of beautiful chords resonating from it’s polished wooden body. Layla is in awe, watching his deft fingers slide across the fretboard with practiced ease, never missing a note. It’s when he starts singing, quietly, under his breath, that Layla’s eyes shoot up to his. Jimmy’s eyes are closed in pure concentration, a small smile dancing playfully on his lips. She can barely make out the words that float from his mouth, until he hits the chorus.

“God only knows what I’d be without you…”

He opens his eyes then, a smile growing at the open-mouthed expression of the woman next to him. He hums the rest of the song quietly, smirk never leaving his face until the very last note. Taking a deep breath, he turns to the woman, ducking his head slightly, the confidence leaving as though it had never been there at all.

“So… What did you think?”

“Here’s what I thought, Jim,” Layla says, a mischievous smirk of her own present on her face, as she stands looming over the guitarist. Soft lips meet the apple of a stubbled cheek, a sharp inhale of air punctuating the complete silence of the studio. Layla moves back, taking in the shocked expression on the angelic face of her companion, “Now, I think it’s time for a birthday celebration, so I’ll meet you in there, birthday boy.”

Layla, walking to the door, chances a look back at the guitarist and find him in the same position, staring off into space dazedly, a hand pressed to his cheek. Layla laughs lightly under her breath, and leaves the room. She finally meets up with Peter and the boys, who take one look at the smile that hasn’t left her face, and snicker amongst themselves.

“So, Layla, what were you and Jimmy talking about? Anything important that we should know, birdie?”

“Nothing at all, Bonzo. I do appreciate the concern, really, but don’t you worry your million dollar heads over it.”

“You know, that smirk isn't very reassuring, little dove. How do we know you didn’t break him somehow? I told you that outfit was gonna be a lot for him.”

“Well, I’m glad that someone had the balls to do something about the tension between you two, but I didn't think it’d be you, Layla.”

“And why not, Jonesy?”

Jonesy’s reply is cut short by the clacking of shoes on the floor, approaching the group. They look over, and Jimmy, seemingly recovered from the shock of lips meeting skin, walks into the room with a large smile creasing his pristine features. Taking hold of the glass of champagne Peter passes him, Jimmy tips it back.

“Tough night, Pagey?” Peter jokes, sipping from the glass in his hand, smiling as wide as ever.

“Not at all, Peter. Actually, my night got even better,” He sends a subtle glance over to Layla, confidence back in place, “Let’s get this party started.”

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What feels like daggers appear to be piercing her head as Layla awakes, mouth feeling like a barren desert. She turns over and is assaulted by the bright morning light, and shields her eyes from the onslaught. Finally adjusted to the sunlight streaming through the open windows. Layla takes in her surroundings, confusion evident on her drowsy face until she remembers the events of the night before. Jimmy’s birthday at the studio. The impromptu performance, the first sip of Jack Daniels burning its way down her throat like a kerosine blaze. Then it goes hazy, flashes of booming music and drunken dancing pound invisible fists against the inside of her head.

Layla, arm resting over her eyes to block out the world for just a little longer, misses the light click of the door opening, and startles when cold, callused fingertips press like droplets of rain to her sleep-warmed cheek. She looks at the offender, and sees wispy dark hair framing a porcelain face. Kaleidoscope eyes gaze into hers, a content smile resting on rose pink lips.

“Good morning, petal.”

“‘Morning, Jim.” Layla yawns, subtly pressing into the hand that now cupped her cheek.

“Are you feeling any better? Didn’t think a spitfire like you would be such a lightweight.”

“I’m gonna choose to ignore that comment,” Layla grumbles, wincing at the light chuckle Jimmy lets out. “I’m feeling a little better, thanks.”

“I’m glad. There’s some coffee waiting for you in the studio if you’re up for it. I’ll, uh... let you get dressed.”

Layla immediately becomes aware of the friction of the soft blanket against bare skin. The woman was left in her undergarments, thankfully, but the clothing she had been wearing from the night before was nowhere to be seen. Layla gasps, grasping at the retreating hand, the guitarist turning around to acknowledge her, cheeks blushing scarlet as he glimpses her exposed shoulder.

“Jim… Did we…?”

“What?”

“...”

“Oh. Oh, no. Last night, you indulged a little too much in our selection of drinks and, well… spilled about a litre all over your clothes,” Jimmy says, smirking at the woman in front of him. “I took you up here, and got the clothes into the wash. Don’t worry though, I turned around. There’s a change of clothes on the end of the couch.”

Layla laughs, squeezing the thin hand clasped in hers in thanks.

“Besides, petal, you deserve more than a drunken birthday fling. I’d kick myself if I didn't do this right.”

At this, the guitarist turns around, and walks out the door. Layla’s eyes bore into his retreating back, mouth hanging open at his admission and quick retreat. Standing finally, her eyes find the change of clothes on the end of the couch, just like Jimmy had said. A pair of black slacks, and a familiar silk shirt, a deep maroon in colour. Slipping them on and tying her hair into a low bun, she slips out of the room. The decadent smell of coffee tickles her nose as she walks on to the studio, and, nearing the door, she is met with the ever-present sound of laughter.

“Ah, look who finally decided to grace us with her very presence. I’m so honoured.”

“I’m just here cause I was promised coffee, Jonesy.”

“Cold, little dove. I thought we had something special here.” Fake tears are wiped from sun kissed cheeks, Bonzo and Jonesy hiding their smirks beneath their hands. Jimmy, who had been tasked with the making of the coveted coffee, looks over at the woman, chuckling softly.

“Well, blondie, if we had something special you’d have known that I need coffee in the morning to function,” she takes the steaming mug that the guitarist hands over, and takes a sip, a dreamy look on her face, “Jimmy is automatically the best out of all of you. He can make a great cup of coffee, and that’s enough for me.”

“Sure, that’s why he’s your favourite…”

“What was that, Bonzo?”

“...”

“Exactly what I thought.”

“Note to self: don’t talk to Layla before morning coffee. Got it.”

“Finally, you’re learning!”

The sound of footsteps approaching punctuates the end of the conversation, and Peter Grant rounds the corner, smiling ear to ear. Spotting Layla in the mix of his boys, Peter sends her an amicable wink, which earns him a grin in return.

“Good, you’re all here. Layla, are you all packed, dear?”

“Yep, all packed.”

“Wonderful. Our plane is due in just a few hours, so we’ll stop by your flat on the way. Next stop: Netherlands.”

Cheers sound from around the studio as the excitement for the upcoming tour ramps up. Peter silences the group, laughing, a tell-tale smirk settled on his lips.

“I must say… I think you’ll all find the ride there quite enjoyable. Even you, Pagey.”

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“A private jet?!”

“Her name is the Starship, but we’re accepting suggestions if you have a better idea.”

“Peter… This is…”

“Didn’t think it was possible to make the birdie speechless, I only know one person who can,” Bonzo meets Jimmy’s eyes then, a blush rising on the latter’s pale face. “Good job, Grant.”

“How did you even afford something like this?”

“My dear, I did mention that this was a very famous band, did I not?”

“Well, yeah, but… I was expecting like… The Black Keys level of popularity, not like, One Direction.”

“... Who?”

Layla catches Jonesy’s gaze, and when the man shakes his head minutely, eyes wide, she knows she messed up. Shit.

“Uh… Exactly! You guys are good, sure, but I thought you guys would be like… more underground, or something.”

Good save.

“Little dove, we’re like… one of the most popular bands in the world at the moment. You know, you really did pick a good day to almost get a concussion. Who knew that our Mr. Grant would be there?”

“Oh god… Boys… what if she had been snatched up by The Rolling Stones instead?”

“I have heard that Keith Richards has been getting all the women lately…” Jimmy says, hand moving to rub at his arm in mock anxiety, callused fingers catching ever-so-slightly on the lush green silk of his shirt. The mischief written all over his face exposed the ruse.

“Okay,” Layla starts, a smirk growing on her face in anticipation, “As much as I actively avoid saying it… you guys are pretty great. I’m glad I met all of you, and I won’t leave you for the Rolling Stones. How was that?”

“Acceptable.”

“Very sorry to interrupt this lovely moment, but the Starship awaits.” Peter says, smiling sheepishly at his intrusion, hand raised to show the majesty of the plane before them.

Piling into the aircraft, Layla is met with sleek silver and dark upholstery, yet another inkling as to how famous the boys really were. Strolling through the aircraft, Layla is stunned by the presence of a fully stocked bar, expensive spirits gleaming in the waning morning light. Walking to the comfortable sitting area, she gapes at the beautiful fireplace to her left.

“Is that safe?” she mutters under her breath, eyes wide as saucers, amazed at the level of luxury. This jet is more expensive than anything she’s ever seen, and she gets to experience it with her boys. As much as she’d like to return home, to her own time, this is a pretty great experience.

A sudden tap on the shoulder of the woman in question snaps her out of her thoughts, and, finally raising her eyes to spot the offender, she is greeted by the handsome face of Jimmy Page staring right back at her.

“Hey, petal. Do you mind if I sit with you?”

“Well…,” Layla jokes, giggling when she spots the hesitant look on the man’s face. “I’m just kidding, Jim. Of course, take a seat!”

Plopping down onto the couch beside her, the guitarist turns his body to face Layla, his full attention on the young woman beside him. Knee to knee with him, Layla can just barely smell the expensive cologne the man wears, mingling with the scent she now associates with the man: light accents of pine and citrus infused with warm, heady tobacco. Layla looks up at Jimmy then, and is struck by his beauty. His ebony ringlets fall to his shoulder, and, backlit by the afternoon sun streaming through the open plane windows, gives the impression of holiness. A sprinkling of subtle freckles look like stars falling across his cherubic face, and his eyelashes frame his perpetually tired eyes like a precious work of art. His eyes, a deep vivid emerald that she could get lost in forever, search the woman’s face, and it is when she looks down to study his angelic lips that she sees he is trying to speak to her.

“Earth to Layla,” Jimmy says, smiling shyly once he realizes that Layla was staring. He’s not as used to this silent reverence as he had expected. “Hello, is anybody in there?”

Shaking herself out of her reverie with a nod of her head, chestnut curls bouncing with the movement.

“Sorry, got a bit…. distracted… What were you saying, Jimmy?”

“I could tell, petal,” Jimmy scoffs, not unkindly, and Layla can see a pink tinge rising on his cheeks. “I was just wondering how you were doing. I mean, with everything that’s happened, of course.”

“You’re sweet, Jim. I’m… doing much better than I had expected,” Layla says, eyes softening as they roam over the worried face of the man next to her. “I woke up after the accident and thought I was done for, and then I met Peter, and… you, and the boys, and you were all so incredibly kind to me. I’m still trying to find a way to repay you guys.”

Her eyes stray from his face, then, to meet her shoes, preparing herself for what she is about to express.

“I know I can be too sarcastic, and I hold my cards too close to my chest, but I really do appreciate all of you. Even if I don’t always say it.”

Layla lays her hand on his then, looking into his eyes earnestly. Placing his own hand on top of hers, warmth seeping from one to the other, he shakes his head vehemently.

“Petal, you’re not some kind of burden that was left outside our door. I’m… We are glad we found you when we did. You’re not going to get rid of us that easily, Layla.”

“Damn, that was my goal.”

“I knew it. There’s another talented, devilishly handsome band you’re affiliated with, isn't there?”

“Jimmy, how do I say this… I’m so sorry. It was Keith Richards. I was lying to you guys earlier.”

“Just as long as it wasn’t Jeff Beck, or I’d have to have a talk with him.”

Smirks grow slowly on their faces, and they let out twin giggles, unconsciously drifting closer to one another. Their laughter soon fades, and they are left enraptured with each other once again, eyes never straying from their gaze on the other. Finally, Jimmy breaks the eye contact between them with a forced cough, and the pair turn away, hands still clasped absentmindedly.

Layla chances a look at the guitarist, who is apparently set on never looking at her again. Noticing how their hands are still interlocked, she gives his a light squeeze, and he looks over once more.

“Jimmy, I just… I really do want to thank you. For checking up on me, and for making me laugh, and just… Thank you.”

“Layla, it’s my pleasure,” Jimmy says, reaching a faintly shaking hand to push back a stray curl that had fallen in the woman’s face. “I care about you, and I want you to be happy. If I can make that happen for you, then I’m going to do it.”

Speechless, Layla can only squeeze his hand once more. Finally noticing the slight tremors that run through it, she looks up at Jimmy, whose jaw is clenched tightly, tension clear on his face.

“Jim, are you alright? Your hands are shaking…”

“Oh, I’m fine, petal. I just get a bit nervous on planes is all. It’ll pass.”

An idea comes to Layla then, and she stretches out her legs, shifting forward once more.

“Put your head in my lap and sleep through it, so you won’t be a bundle of nerves the whole time.”

“Layla, it really is fine—”

“Jimmy, just do it. You’ll never relax otherwise.”

“...Fine.”

Jimmy’s head comfortably placed on her lap, Layla threads her fingers through the tastefully messy curls, and, minutes later, Jimmy is out like a light. Satisfied, she leans back, hand still buried deep in the raven locks, and dozes off as well. The pair sleep on, oblivious to the snickering of the rest of the band, and the shutter click of Robert’s camera.

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taglist: @jimmys-zeppelin @salixfragilis @timetraveller4 (let me know if you want to be added!)

[ultfreakme]

Extremely incorrect assumptions I had made about Teen Wolf from only reading fics(before watching the show) for your entertainment:

Thought the Alpha Pack fight was the final arc of the show

Jennifer Blake/Julia deal was completely separate from the Alpha Pack

Sheriff NEVER found out about the supernatural stuff- I didn’t even know Melissa knew tbh. I thought the kids were fending for themselves. On that note; did not know Rafael was a real character and just assumed he was an OC

Thought Sheriff’s name was John.....this one’s obvious.

Erica and Boyd were alive the entire time and they had seasons long build up to their relationship( didn’t know that either of them would die).

Thought young Derek would stick around for around 4 episodes.

Did not know that Allison was dead

Thought the nogitsune arc happened at around season 4 and that it was a lot less depressing & way more- ‘Stiles is totally fine and is fighting a battle of minds with this fucker’. I was not prepared for the tears and angst let me tell you.

Thought that all omegas had blue eyes, like how betas have amber and alphas red

Thought Derek was the alpha for most of the series, at least up until season 5

I thought Pack Nights where the entire crew chill and cuddle on a weekly basis with junk food and watching movies was something that was canon in the show......my goodness was I disappointed. 

Did not know that Malia and Stiles dated. 

I assumed ‘monster of the week’ really meant, well, monster of the week(one monster per episode). Thought that the plot structure was more character driven, with the monsters acting as catalysts to self-discovery and that they weren’t exactly a priority, rather they were easy trouble that could be dealt with in the span of one episode. 

Thought Stiles really was split between supporting Derek and Scott and that he didn’t belong to either of the packs. 

Cora stuck around for about 2 seasons minimum in my head. 

I thought Lydia and Stiles remained best friends after he stopped looking at her through rose-tinted glasses. Them dating was a shock. 

I didn’t even know Aiden and Ethan ACTUALLY did the voltron thing- it sounded way too impossible to be canon so I though they just did the normal wolfy thing and the voltron thing was an extra bit authors used to amp up tension.

This I still don’t know so someone please confirm- Derek hates Stiles calling him ‘dude’ and is always like “don’t call me dude”. 

Faeries and pixies were canon occurrences that actually happened one way or the other. I thought the faeries(or whichever spelling fic authors choose idk) were in Mexico and that’s why Young Derek happened.

I full-on believed, with no doubt in my mind that Meghan Ory was indeed, Laura Hale, that she acted for reals in Teen Wolf AS Laura Hale, and every ‘Laura Hale’ screenshot of her that I saw (specifically the one of her in the red plaid jacket and white shirt) was a screencap from the actual show.

I thought Erica and Lydia had a not-friendship where Lydia and Erica constantly bickered- rivals(?) Like ‘Only I can insult her, no one else can’. Thought Boyd and Derek were very close too.

Here’s what I thought the pack was in canon: Derek is the alpha, Erica & Boyd are his cooperative betas, Isaac is split between Derek and Scott(mostly scott), Jackson begrudgingly sticks around because he needs to learn control(he hates Derek), Stiles, Lydia(sort of) and Danny(but he doesn’t know he’s part of the pack, they all just decided to protect him without any communication because Danny is nice).

Thought the Hale house definitely got rebuilt- not the exact design, but another place was being made on the same grounds. 

Thought that the pack hung out at the back of the rebuilt Hale house to train while Lydia and Stiles did their research at the same time. I also thought Allison trained along with the werewolves with her archery. 

Thought Allison’s mom had a whole arc of her own, I did not believe she died after the bite. I thought she didn’t die and came back as a werewolf just to kill Derek and then later kill herself after exacting revenge.

I thought Eichen House was solely for torture made by some psycho dude to entrap/jail supernatural people. I thought the whole of Eichen House was hidden away by some sort of glamour because i thought it was a PRISON. And that Stiles and Malia’s first meeting was actually in Eichen House and he had no idea that Malia was a were-coyote until she told him about it. I also thought Eichen House was where the nogitsune possession happened. 

That’s it for now but I’m sure I missed a lot. Enjoy this clusterfuck of AU fanon Teen Wolf which is most often what fic writers use

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Favorite Fics: Drarry Edition

Like I mentioned last time, reading has been a big comfort to me with all this craziness and sheltering at home, so I want to pay it forward and send love to some of the writers whose work has been brightening my quarantine. Thanks, guys!

For this list, we’re leaving the MCU for a while and heading over to the Wizarding World. I liked Harry Potter when it came out, but I never really read much fanfic until I realized a couple of years ago how much a redeemed Draco fit into the redemption trope that I loved in Harringrove, LoVe, SnowBaz, and other fandoms and ships. Once I started perusing the fics out there, I realized that one of the strengths of this fandom is the length and quality of the stories. I love stories that are a meal, and Drarry provides so many!

As I’ve gotten into the ship (so many years late, lol), these are my top 10 favorites.

dirtynumbangelboy by @magpiefngrl

This is probably the Drarry fic that I most enjoy. I come back to it fairly often when I need just a good read in the HP world. Fake dating is one of my absolute favorite tropes, which made this one an automatic win for me, but it’s written with such heart. I really, really love Draco in this fic. His uni studies and his flat being so different from the diffident image he projects. This is also probably the best Astoria I’ve ever read. Also--Jam Today! Read it now!

Do It All Over Again by DracoWillHearAboutThis

I only discovered this series earlier this year, and I’ve already read it at least three times from beginning to end. It’s a re-telling of the original series starting from Book 1. Draco sends himself a letter from the future basically saying that his dad is wrong, and he needs to give up his pure blood ideals and befriend Harry, then--boom--the Golden Trio’s adventures all happen with Draco in tow (and eventual romance, of course). The plot is fairly similar to the actual series, but I am there for the angst and the character growth. Narcissa kicks ass in this ‘verse, and Draco/Hermionie as besties is a treat! Book 4 and Book 6 are both amazing. And her titles are hilarious. This is the only series on my list that is still a WIP, but there’s plenty to read. Books 1 - 6 are complete, and a new chapter for 7 comes out every two weeks. It’s a safe bet so far, and it’s so good--why wait?

A Secondary Education by Thunderbird587

In this fic, Draco takes a job as Potions Professor at Hogwarts after getting divorced under horrible circumstances and renews his acquaintance with Harry, who is the DADA Professor. It’s got a bisexual awakening, and manages to combine friends with benefits with some supreme pining. Like a whole pine forest. Thunderbird587′s Draco POV is so fleshed out, and yet it also lets us see how Harry is pining, even when Draco himself doesn’t. Plus, at over 200K, it is long enough to get lost in for ages, which is perfect right about now. And when you finish the main fic, there are three other ancillary fics, two in Harry’s POV that take place during the main one. The cufflinks one is my favorite, but the writing is so good that I even thoroughly enjoyed the third sub-fic that fleshed out an OC. So, so worth the read--all of it!

The Foundations!verse by Saras_Girl

All of the fics by Saras_Girl are great. You can’t go wrong with any of them. But Reparations, Foundations, and all the little one-shots after are my favorite. It honestly surprised me at first, because alcoholism is a trigger for me, but this fic actually helped me realize that it’s the addiction part, the fall to rock bottom that triggers me. Recovery stories are different. And, I guess, this one is a bit different in that, though it has plenty of characters recovering, Draco himself is actually in a healthy place and facilitating recovery without relapsing. Harry is a Healer in this one, which is not the usual, and I quite enjoy his other relationships in this ‘verse, as well. He, Ron, and Hermione’s friendship is great in this one (their pub nights crack me up), but I also really like Harry’s friends at St. Mungo’s. My second favorite Terry Boot ever, and two awesome OC chicks. And the process of Drarry going from can’t stand each other to in love is slow and prickly and yet really believable. Oh, and Harry and Narcissa’s relationship in this one is just fabulous.

Golden Age by zeitgeistic (faire_weather)

The Hufflepuff in me was bound to fall in love with this fic. I really enjoy Eighth Year fics, especially the ones that embrace inter-house unity (shouldn’t have taken them a war to see the need for that!). This one takes it to a new level when everyone in... I think it was 6th - 8th years were resorted at the welcome feast, and the whole 8th year dynamic is shaken up. Harry, Draco and Neville become Hufflepuffs; Hermione and Pansy become Ravenclaws; Ginny becomes a Slytherin; and somehow Ron and Blaise are the ones who stay in their houses because the hat thinks they are basically the uber Gryffindor and Slytherin. But with the rest of them, we get to see them embrace other facets of their personalities, which is super interesting. And then, after the resorting, we find out that Hufflepuffs have a whole different world going on that basically no one outside their house knows about, and that world is brilliant. Even Hufflepuff food in the Great Hall is different! Everyone would enjoy this story, I think, but if you are a ‘Puff, you really, truly should not miss it. And if you like this one, check out some of zeitgeistic’s other works. Her world building is fabulous.

Life skills outside the curriculum by Endrina

In this fic, Harry gets fed up with the Dursleys before his 11th birthday and runs away before he gets his Hogwarts letter. He ends up on the streets and somehow embraces this kind of instinctual magic that is really fascinating. A few years later, Draco runs away rather than get involved more closely with the Dark Lord, and of course they meet up. This whole fic is super compelling. Harry’s world view and the way people gravitate toward him even without chosen one status. Also, this fic has one of my favorite versions of Remus and Sirius ever. I really wish there was a part two that went in depth on everything that happened after the end of this one, but even on its own it is so worth the read. And everything is wrapped up. I’m just greedy and would’ve loved more. :-)

A Convenient Impracticality by @firethesound

This fic combines friends with benefits and fake dating into a really enjoyable story. Harry is so oblivious, but it all works out in the end. And Draco is a secret mastermind, but in a good way. So is Hermione. Unlike some of the other, angstier stories on my list, this one is so fun, and I love it. And if you like it, check out more of firethesound’s work, as well. It’s worth it!

you’ve got the antidote for me by kandakicksass

And then, back on the angst train, lol. Soulmates, red string of fate, rejected bond = terminal disease. Whew! There’s a lot to unpack in this one, but after I read it, I never forgot it. I read a lot of fic in a lot of fandoms, and I always know a story is going to become a favorite if it stands out so much that I remember it later and think about it. That surely happened here.

(We’ll Call This Fixer-Upper) Home by phdmama

This is one of the first fics I read on my first Drarry binge, and I’ve always remembered it. Just like I love Eighth Year and Hogwarts professor fics, I also love fics where they have really unexpected jobs--pretty much anything other than Aurors. In this one, Harry is an artist/photographer and Draco is an up-and-coming rock star. The music and art, the creativity is important in this fic, but it also really looks at Draco’s recovery after the war in ways I haven’t read since, and I’m also a sucker for our favorite characters actually addressing and recovering from their trauma. 

Boom Clap (The Sound of My Heart) by @femmequixotic and noeon (noe)

This fic takes the Eighth Year trope to the next level. Draco, Harry, Hermione, and some other faves are teaching fellows at Hogwarts. Junior professors, kind of. It read like if the HP crew went to college. And, of course, Draco and Harry fall in love along the way, but not without much angst and obliviousness. I really enjoy the Draco POV in this. His worries and anxieties feel so real for that stage in his life, but amped up because of the past. This was one I read, never forgot, and then had to go back and find so i could read it again.

So, those are my top 10, but there is lots of other good Drarry out there--both from these authors and all the others in the ship and the fandom. Thanks for all the writing you guys do.

Oh, and tagging @virtual-insomnia, but only because she said she might want to make some quarantine fic lists of her own. :-)

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Worth it

Characters: Hangman Page x OC

Summary: I got the idea based off of the image below...totally looked like Kenny was pissed at Hangman...so to sum this up Hangman sleeps with Kenny’s ex...when Kenny starts to talk shit to Adam, he sticks up for you. You just want to know what all this means. 

As you sat in your hotel room watching Dynamite, your stomach was turning in knots. And the anxiety amped up when you saw them come out to the ring together for the main event match. The look at Kenny gave Adam was extremely telling. 'Shit..he knows' You twiddle your thumbs as you see Adam standing there so confidently, standing his ground. Not giving two fucks if Kenny knew or not. I didn't do anything wrong though... That's what you kept telling yourself. There was probably some code out there that you don't sleep with your ex's best friend, but the code was definitely there for your best friend to not sleep with their ex. The breakup between yourself and Kenny was pretty amicable, definitely at first it was amicable. Jealousy started to show after time began to pass though, because seeing him train or get a little close to some of the female talent he had brought in from Japan, and you wondered if there might've been something more to those relationships. Maybe there was more to those relationships when you and him were together. Definitely nothing you could prove, but it crossed your mind once in a while.

It was no secret the friendship of the Elite had been going through their ups and downs, and maybe he did it just to rattle Kenny...It would be no lie if you said you also did it to rattle Kenny a little bit. How did he find out though? Did Adam spill it just to get under his skin even more? So many different thoughts crossed your mind.

Those in charge told you to go back to the hotel, you did all your social media postings sitting on your hotel room bed. The bed that just the night before you had drunken, sloppy, but extremely satisfying and hot sex with Adam Page on. Your ex's best friend, tag team parter...The way he stood there at his entrance, so fucking confident, extremely sexy just being in his ring gear. The look in his eyes when he was beating the shit out of his opponent it made you clench your thighs.

You headed down to the hotel bar, knowing that within an hour or so Adam would be there. You had so many thoughts running through your head, maybe you shouldn't over think it. Maybe you were just a hookup, maybe you were some type of revenge sought out by Adam to have over Kenny...either way you were hoping to get your answer tonight. You eyes were glued to the entrance of the hotel, you picked the perfect seat in the bar so that you would be in view when Adam walked in. And when he did walk in you watched him screen the lobby, and you smiled a little because you had a feeling he was looking for you. Then his screening stopped when his eyes met yours. A grin forming from his lips, and he made a B-line towards you. You already had a glass of his favorite whiskey waiting for him, because even prior to the night before, you had spent a considerable about of time with the cowboy, that you knew his drink. "You are a sight for sore eyes." he said as he approached you. Wrapping an arm around you in a side hug and kissing your temple. That felt nice, that felt like maybe last night wasn't meaningless sex. "Rough night?" you ask. "I got into it with Kenny..and in my stupid rage, I told him." he admitted right away. Well at least he's straight up about it.

"I have to admit I had a feeling you did..you should've seen his face during your entrance." "That bad, huh?" he asked taking a sip. "Yeah, and what the hell were you guys getting into it about now??" He took a deep breath and pinched bridge of his nose. Do I really want to know? "He...mentioned how he was seeing someone new..and how you would be sensitive..I don't know darlin' it was a lot of shit talkin'" You felt that pit in your stomach, the one that wasn't nervous or sad, the one fueled with anger. "What the fuck?! Is he seeing one of his prospects?! I should've known, he was probably fucking them when him and I were still together.. but wait how did you telling him? .. oh my god" "I just.. I got mad. I stood up for you."

-flashback-

"I think she's a lot stronger than you think man" Adam said to Kenny after the statement he made about you not being able to handle him being in a new relationship. "Hah, okay man. Nice for standing up for her, but I dated her for 2 years. I think I know her pretty well." Matt Jackson and Cody just shared glances, they didn't want to get in the middle of this conversation. Adam just shook his head and took a sip from his water bottle. "What you have something you wanna say?" Kenny said, it was like he was trying to egg him on. "Nope." Adam said. "Yeah, exactly. You don't know her, plus whens the last time you've been in a relationship." Kenny said with a sarcastic laugh afterwards. Adam started to nod his head, "You know what man? I fucked your ex last night. Said it was the best she EVER had. But go ahead and have fun with your 90 pound ragdoll. I'm sure she'll be a lot of fun to have around." he said getting up and leaving the room.

-end flashback-

"Wow." was all you could say at first, "He's such an asshole." "Yeah I didn't say anything to him after that, so I guess that's why he had the look he did when we came out." You nodded your head, "Well thanks for standing up for me." you said with a small smile. "You're worth it."

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Code’s Top 5 TS Fics

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The Consequences of Sound by Acantha_Echo 

Status: Incomplete, Work In Progress

Summary: Anxiety hurts Thomas. It's just what he does, what he has always done. It's not what he wants. He only wants to protect him but that is easier wished for than done. When the opportunity to prove himself opens up to him, he grabs it, for once not caring about the consequences. Things go downhill from there. The fall, rise, fall (and rise again) of Virgil.

Relationships: Prinxiety, Platonic LAMP

CW: Toxic Friendships, Headaches and Migraines, Anxiety Attacks, Manipulation, Depression, Unsympathetic Deceit, Unsympathetic Remus

My thoughts: This fic is So Freaking Good, my friends. It has real estate in at least 86% of my brain. I love going back to reread my favorite parts, and sometimes when I’m rewatching episodes I’ll catch myself thinking of the fic. Right now it’s the Christmas episode bc I’m in big time daydream mode about what the current arc is going to bring. It’s got big Found Family energy, and I eat that stuff right up. It is so heart-warming to watch Virgil grow closer to them. And, yeah, the Prinxiety owns my ass. It is some real Slow Burn shit, and the little glances and soft interactions.... oh goodness. And there’s suspense too, with all the barriers Virgil has built, and the secrets he keeps. For the love of everything, give this fic a try. 

To Build A Home by AValorousChoice

Status: Completed

Summary: "There was a long silence as Virgil processed the words, his eyes darting between the pair of them. “Y-You-” he swallowed heavily. “You want to adopt me?” This was a joke. Surely, it was a joke. Nobody ever wanted him. Nobody had ever shown the slightest bit of interest in adopting him. Virgil never believed he was good enough for a loving family until the day that Patton and Logan walked into the orphanage.

Relationships: Logicality

CW: Child Abuse, Alcohol and Alcoholism, Panic Attacks, Car Accidents, Swearing, Homophobia, Minor Character Death, Animal Abuse, PTSD, Violence, Murder, Attempted Murder

My thoughts: Another Found Family for y’all. So this one is a kid!fic, which I don’t read a lot of, but have found some Really Good ones over the years. I grow really attached to characters when it feels like I’ve watched them grow up. Probably has to do with my love for character development, though not every kid!fic will have that. This one, actually, takes place over the course of less than a year of Virgil’s life after Logan and Patton adopt him. It deals with trauma and finding a place Virgil feels he belongs and is equally full of hope as it is fear. Again, watching Virgil grow close to his family - Patton, Logan, Roman, and some marvelous OCs - is so precious. And shout-out to Roman in this one bc he is the cutest, weirdest freaking kid you will ever read, and I would protect him with my life. The next one in the series is actually all about him and advances forward to when they’re teens (at which point I come across a lot of moments where I’m like “omg they’ve grown so much my heart”).

(i’d never) want once from the cherry tree by ace_corvid 

Status: Completed

Summary: Of all the notable Youtubers active today, none are perhaps as popular as Roman Prince, beauty guru extraordinaire. From small beginnings, rising popularity from his vlogs brought him to the fame he never doubted he’d relish in. But also on the up and up is the conspiracy theory and cryptid lover known by his online alias ‘Virgilant’, who reveals little about his personal life and shies from the spotlight.Despite clashing fandoms and their own preconceptions, they're dragged into a somewhat whirlwind collaboration between channels. Sparks fly, but with Virgil desperately afraid of coming out and pining for his room mate, can anything really happen? With Logan, Patton, Remy and Deceit along for the ride, watch as fear of being who you really are blossoms into something new… With more than a little romance along the way.After all, is there anything more terrifying than showing the world who you are? Alternatively; a meta media fic following the journey of Youtubers, who just so happen to be characters we know and love.

Relationships: Prinxiety, Logicality

CW: Anxiety over Coming Out, Fandom Discourse Commentary

My thoughts: The funniest thing in my GD LIFE. Get this; they’re all in character, but the author has amped up their chaos levels times 100. They are undeniably themselves and it’s to an extreme. I freaking love it. And the multimedia style is so entertaining. It keeps the story at a fast pace and creates a great setting and diverse character interaction. That interaction includes banter and absolutely absurd and relatable content. Everyone’s friendships are undeniable bc they’re constantly roasting one another but you can tell they’d kill for each other. So good. This fic is so good. Please go read.

lavender for luck by lovelylogans

Status: Completed

Summary: Virgil's uncle can cast spells, and read fortunes, and hear houses talk through their noisy creaks. Virgil's father had, too, when he was alive, and their mother before them. Virgil was born with the family's tawny eyes, the family's pale skin, and the family's magic. And the people they fall in love with—or, at least, the ones who love them back—all die, which is why Virgil knows he can never take the chance of having that for himself. A Practical Magic inspired au

Relationships: LAMP

CW: Implied/Referenced Character Death, Parental Death, Spiders, Animal Cruelty, Swearing, Arguing, Physical Confrontation 

My thoughts: Magical realism, secrets, excellent characterization. The border between reality and magic in this AU is seamless. I love the normality of magic in these types of stories, and this one didn’t even have magic as a Thing for most of the world. Magic wasn’t a regular thing, yet the author made it so normal to Virgil’s life... it was phenomenal. And the character interactions... they are so sweet on each other omg. And it isn’t really rushed either. There is time skips, but they don’t break apart the fic too harshly, instead enhancing the time they’ve gotten to know one another. Deceit’s character is so much fun too. He doesn’t take shit, but he also really cares. And the whole uncovering Virgil’s life is so interesting, both what we know and the characters don’t, or stuff we don’t know and Virgil won’t talk about. It creates excellent tension. So I guess I have to go read Practical Magic now (which this fic is based off of) and you have to go read this.

dreams are the second form of reality by Flooftheriver

Status: Incomplete, Work In Progress

Summary: Roman’s creative capabilities stretch further than anywhere any of the sides realise he can go- sometimes even Roman himself. He can craft intricate worlds from nothing, invent people out of mere whispers of an idea, all for the purpose of filling the night with adventure. His dreams are so strong in fact, that they can unknowingly pull others in, bending them to the will of the story he is creating. So what happens when he dreams up a Prince, and finds he needs somebody to play the role?

Relationships: Prinxiety, Logicality

CW: Possible Character Death, Weird Shadow Monsters, Minor Violence, Blood and Violence

My thoughts: So it’s set in canon in place of AA. Which means we get some lovely angst in the form of Virgil thinking everyone hates him. And I’m super stoked to watch him get that Acceptance he deserves. You know what we call that? Growth. Let’s get that character development y’all. For now, however, he’s in Roman’s dreamworld and trying to make sure Roman doesn’t realize it’s actually him or he’ll get kicked out of the best thing in his life. So we have secrets, which creates great tension, and things going... strange in the dreamworld. Also, the Prinxiety is cute as heck - loving that slow burn holy crip - alright go read it.