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doll-collecting-aerialist · 4 years ago

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Make Addy’s House With Me!!

So.. I made Addy a house. More like a room, but same difference. While this house isn’t completely modeled on Addy’s main house in her books (the house owned and managed by the Golden’s), as I wanted to use this as a photography set some of my other dolls (Kirsten, Kit), it still models after what a house could of looked like.

And because I like to talk, I will give you a not so concise tutorial on how I made this set. This project took about ten days. Sorry for no “keep reading,” I’m on mobile.

You’ll Need:

Thick Cardboard (I used three big boxes that were used to ship dolls)

A cereal box (or a similar weight of card board)

Card stock. I used an entire stack in the printing of all the different wood pieces. Printer paper tends to wrinkle and tear, it’s not ideal for making a photo set that you’ll eventually be putting doll furniture on.

Acrylic paint. I used two dark browns and a reddish brown.

Modge Podge. I used a matte all purpose modge podge and then a glossy paper modge podge. I definitely recommend using matte all purpose, it was much easier to work with and well.. not annoyingly shiny. I ended up using two full bottles, so you will need a lot.

Tacky glue. Make sure it dries CLEAR.

Two clear sheet protectors.

Duck tape. Or weird, off brand washi tape that your weird slavic grandma gave you.

Yarn.

A good pair of scissors. Or a craft knife if you’re fancy.

A sharp pencil to poke holes in things.

A color printer (or you can go to the store and buy paper that looks like wood, but that can get expensive)

Free stock photos and/or digital download scrap book papers. I got the floor of my set from as a digital download from an Etsy seller, and everything else was a free stock photo.

Paint brushes. You’ll need a large one for modge podge, and a couple smaller ones for the paint. Make sure you don’t like the large paint brush because it will get ruined. Even if you wash it.

A ruler.

A dark permanent marker

Something sharp to poke a hole into the tacky glue lid. And keep poking a hole in it because it WILL glue itself shut.

First off, you need the walls and floor, or else you will have no house. Unless you have really large boxes and are able to cut an entire wall from one card board piece, you will need to duck tape a couple pieces of cardboard together in order to make a wall. You’ll need two side walls, a floor and a back wall. I didn’t take measurements of my walls and floor because I was generally just trying to work with what cardboard I had.

Double check and make sure your walls are tall enough for your AG, preferably a couple inches higher. If you’re planning to put specific furniture into your set, make sure it fits in comfortably!! I checked the floor space with an AG bed I had on hand.

Make sure the walls are sturdy. I promise that you’re wasting less ducktape by wrapping it around a couple times, then you would be if you needed to fix your set everytime you wanted to use it. Make sure you can move it, and walk past it without it coming undone and dying.

One of my favorite things about my set is that I made it so it can fold in on itself. I do not have a lot of space for sets, so the fact that I can fold it up when I’m done is great (not to mention means that I can have more than one set). Now that you have your walls, it’s time to poke some holes with your sharp pencil.

This is me attaching the floor and the back wall. I marked out how many inches across the two pieces of cardboard were, and then from that I decided where to poke my holes. You can eyeball this, but that makes me anxious. Don’t poke your holes to close to the edge, or else the cardboard might rip (not fun). You’ll want to do the same with your two side walls, although you will be attaching the side walls to the back wall, not the floor.

After you poke all your holes, you’ll want to string the walls together with yarn or twine. Make sure it’s tight enough that the walls stand on their own without flopping, but loose enough so that it doesn’t tear the cardboard, and you can fold it up with ease. I left a generous amount of string left with each “hinge” in case I ever need to tinker with it, and I just tied each “hinge” with a double knotted bow.

Thus began my long relationship with modge podge. You’ll need to modge podge the wallpaper and flooring to the card board, which is very time consuming and boring, so make sure you have something to watch. Be sure what you’re using is of a heavier weight than printer paper, or it will wrinkle. And tear. And then you will cry. Don’t be overly concerned with white spots, or small places where the cardboard shows, because you can go over those later with paint.

**BE SURE YOUR PATTERNS LINE UP OR YOU WILL CRY**

Wow!! The modge podge is done!! That only took a week!! As you can see, I added some texture and touched things up with paint. (The popsicle sticks are not supposed to be there, long story)

Now for my other favorite part, the windows.

I wanted to be able to change the scene in my windows, so I used clear sheet protectors!! I cut it to be roughly 9in x 9in. Make sure you don’t accidentally glue the sheet protectors shut. That wouldn’t be fun. I made the window frame out of singular wood planks from the photo I used for the floor, and I glued each one to thick cardboard.

You’ll want to tacky glue the window frame together, and then to the wall. BE SURE NOT TO GLUE THE WINDOW SHUT WHILE DOING THIS!!!

For the background, I just found a scene on Google and glued to to a cereal box weight cardboard, before sliding it into the sheet protector.

That should lead you to having a really cool house for your dolls!! I can’t wait to fill this one with furniture. For reading (or scrolling past this long post) have a picture of my cat interfering:

#long post #american girl doll #ag #ag dolls #diy #dollblr #tutorial #dollhouse #addy Walker #pleasant company #dolls

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hacash · 3 years ago

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If you’re still taking them, Tom O’Brien for the (Himbo) Headcanons, hashtag when is this boy’s butt gonna heal

@ignoramace is this you continuing to lead the Tom O'Brien renaissance? :P

Tom O'Brien

Sexuality Headcanon: gay, in a long-term relationship with that dark-haired player with the designer stubble whose name I believe is Tyler Shannon (as evidenced here and here) Gender Headcanon: nb, his attitude to gender is like that post about 'people thinking you work at target because you wear a red shirt and you don't but I'll just go along with it because whatever'. A ship I have with said character: Aforementioned Tom/Tyler. A BROTP I have with said character: Tom & Thierry: they joke about hooking up because they're the only two players tall enough for each other on the team. Plus goalie solidarity bb. A NOTP I have with said character: None that I can think of! A random headcanon: Big on uncool hobbies which might have had him socially ostracised at school, were it not for his sporting prowess - model kits, lego sets, watercolours, that sort of thing. Tyler jokes that the only reason they haven't moved in together yet is Tom's ridiculous collection of various paraphernalia (though he still instagrams the shit out of it whenever Tom finishes a big project.) General Opinion over said character: pray for his torn butt #2021

send me a character and i’ll share my headcanons!

#tom o'brien #ted lasso

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naturecoastroger-blog · 5 years ago

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okayto · 4 years ago

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Murderbot Reference: Character Descriptions Part 3

Fandom reference! I tried to note every time a person/thing got a physical description, as well as additional info like how augments work, etc. Please note that there may be spoilers for all five books, but especially Network Effect.

This post contains:

Murderbot, Body

Murderbot, Armor

Murderbot, Outfits

Corporation Rim Work Clothes + Business Attire

Safety Suits/Environmental Suits

EVAC Suits

Other posts: Part 1; Part 2

Murderbot, Body

· No sex-related parts at all. Skin gets regenerated by cubicle or MedSystem fairly frequently. Organic and inorganic parts meet on arms, legs, chest and back. Until altered by ART, has no hair except top of head and eyebrows. SecUnit code normally keeps hair short to avoid interfering with armor.

· Post-ART, eyebrows get a little thicker, grows fine body hair that hopefully make the organic/inorganic meeting areas look more human-natural. Head hair grows a few centimeters and “I could feel it, and it was weird.” ART also altered the way its skin met edges of inorganic parts, so they look more like augments. It grows its hair an additional 2 centimeters (~1 inch) in ES as more human camouflage.

· Probably taller than most most humans: definitely taller than Mensah, Amena,Tapan, and multiple humans who were eyeing Tapan in the hall of their motel-thing. Grips Ratthi’s and Gurathin’s shoulders in ES after knee damage in order not to fall, which means it doesn’t have to reach up to their shoulders. Plus, was created to be able to carry humans.

· Can peel back the skin around its shoulder joint to stick in an ID tag. It hurt, but no bleeding/leaking.

· Skin in right arm can be peeled back where it meets the edge of energy weapon, and MB can store memory clips (fingertip-size) there. It feels weird and bulky. Inorganic parts around arm weapon port might look like augment designed to correct injury, but weapon port looks like weapon port.

· Skin on fingers is very sensitive.

· Knee is inorganic joint with skin right above; in ES injury that affects knee too close to inorganic joint for wound sealant to work. Feet have no organic parts and don’t look like medical augments for injured humans.

· Dataport in back of neck can be hidden with shirt/jacket collars. Looks similar to interfaces of some augmented humans.

· At least some inorganic parts have the company logo etched in.

· Has a compartment under its ribs where it can store ART’s comm

· Looks more human after ART’s change and most humans haven’t seen SecUnits before, but those who have are often still able to identify it as a SecUnit.

Murderbot, Armor

· During contracts, stays in armor full-time unless damaged. Armor completely hides body. Comes in pieces; during ASR it has an alternate set it can pull out, but first would have to do diagnostics and fitting. Faceplate can be opaque or clear, and can also be retracted. Almost always kept helmet opaque and consequently is very bad at controlling its expression.

· After killing GrayCris SecUnit, it and Mensah swap out key/identifiable pieces: arm and shoulder pieces on both sides, leg pieces that have the armor’s inventory code, chest and back piece with logos. Other pieces they don’t swap.

· Skin suit goes on under armor.

Murderbot, Outfits

· ASR, patrolling non-uniform: Based on standard research group’s uniform, meant to be comfortable inside habitat: knit gray pants, long-sleeved T-shirt and jacket, like exercise clothes, plus soft shoes.

· ASR, after repair and Mensah purchase: uniform, pants, long-sleeved T-shirt and jacket that cover all inorganic parts, with possible exception of neck dataport.

· Stolen clothes after running away: Gray and black work clothes, long-sleeved T-shirt and jacket, pants and boots, stolen knapsack. Dataport visible, but looks like augmented interface.

· ART’s crew uniform without logos: pants with lots of sealable pockets, long-sleeved T-shirt with a collar high enough to conceal dataport, soft hooded jacket, all in dark blue or black. Clothes get damaged with shrapnel in RP, but holes not very visible due to dark colors after cleaning.

· Shop in ES: likes idea of long skirts, wide pants, full-length caftans, tunics and jackets that go to the knees. Likes idea of wearing them all. Chooses self-sizing workboots with shielding to protect against heavy things dropping, pants with lots of sealable pockets, long-sleeved shirt with a collar to cover dataport, and soft hooded jacket, in arrangement of black and dark blue. Also gets new knapsack with more sealable pockets.

· In NE, once ship enters wormhole it changes into clothes it likes: human work boots, pants with lots of pockets, T-shirt, soft jacket, all in dark colors with no logos. Under jacket also is deflection vest from Station Security to add some protection against inert blades, slow projectiles, fire acidic gas, low energy pulses, etc.

· Later wears ART’s crew uniform and logo doesn’t bother it “as much as usual.”

Corporation Rim Work Clothes + Business Attire

· Some miners wore coveralls and jackets with logos from various installation

· Hired thugs in AC wore jackets and pants with deep side pockets big enough to conceal weapons or batons.

· Most things MB wears are variations on generic human work clothes

· The GrayCris rep in ES (a tall pale human with light-colored hair) wears “one of the many local variations” of business attire: a dark long-sleeved jacket that went to the knees, over wide pants.

Safety Suits/Environmental Suits

· In RP: Abene’s group wears “full suits” for safety protocol, include filtering, emergency air supply, and some protection for vulnerable human bodies. Abene’s includes a helmet with an emergency release tab at its bottom, on Abene’s neck. Once the tab is broken, the helmet won’t stay on. Abene’s group’s suits include pinlights visible in the dark. Abene wears a harness over hers that includes an emergency kit.

· Environmental suits from ART: material feels thin but protects against a lot of toxic substances, has a closed breathing system attached. Fits under an EVAC suit.

EVAC Suits

· Kept in lockers. A full suit includes maneuvering jets, and has air supply. Has room for MB to stuff its small knapsack under its jacket before putting on EVAC suit.

· Models in NE the lab module are slightly different, “more expensive”, where person can step in and pull it up with an assist from the suit’s own power supply. Amena has to tie up her hair when putting it on.

#Murderbot #Murderbot Diaries #Martha Wells #Network Effect #Reference

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woodenmodelkits · 1 year ago

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Crafting History: Expert Tips for Building Exquisite Wooden Ships

Wooden ship building has a deep tradition and heritage that dates back to the long years of sailing in the seas. The evolution of the ship design and construction techniques give enthusiasts a greater appreciation for the history and craftsmanship that went into building wooden ships. Unveiling the tapestry of remarkable vessels, majestic tall ships to agile schooners, gives inspiration and respect for this enduring artistry. Constructing miniature ships is an exciting and a satisfying process that involves talent, accuracy among others as well as historical knowledge. This in-depth guide will provide you with all the important tips and tricks needed to develop impeccable models of maritime history.

Selecting the Right Model Ship Kit

Understanding the Components

Attention to detail

Finishing Techniques

Rigging and Detailing

Historical Accuracy

Patience and Perseverance

Attention to Scale and Proportion

Incorporating Innovative Techniques

Community and Resources

Showcasing Your Work

Selecting the Right Model Ship Kit

Selecting an ideal model ship kit is very critical when starting your wooden-ship building expedition. Evaluate the level of detail, scale and also historical fidelity of the model ship kits. You can also try and start off with smaller wooden ships so that you can get used to the process before stepping into larger projects. Selecting good quality miniature ships that suit your knowledge and interests is very important. Initially building these ships might seem a bit tricky but it is surely a great experience.

Understanding the Components

Get acquainted with the constituents of the kit that include wood, rigging and also metal fittings. Understand the instructions and the diagram carefully to determine what parts connect in which way. Spending some time on getting well acquainted with all the details of the kit will create a perfect premise for an easier and much more enjoyable assembling process, which would also introduce you to the delicate intricacies within each element that makes this building experience highly rewarding.

Attention to detail

When constructing the wooden ship, details are very much important. Be methodical as you make sure that every single piece is perfectly in place, with the right adhesives and also the necessary tools. Consider the complexity of the miniature ships, and carefully check how aligned their parts are. By scrupulously focusing on such minor details, you’ll not only improve the visual design of your model ship kits but will also create a higher appreciation for craftsmanship and precision that goes into wooden ships-building.

Finishing Techniques

After the basic construction is completed, pay much attention to the details. Sanding, staining and varnishing the wood surfaces can help improve the visibility of the wooden ships so that the original look comes out naturally which adds to it an aura of authenticity. Moreover, the careful painting of the details including the hull, deck and especially intricate ornaments will make your model ship kits alluring as well as historically authentic. These last steps should be done with sincerity and accuracy, which will not only enhance the aesthetic appeal of your creation but also develop an admiration within you for creating the wooden ships.

Rigging and Detailing

The rigging of wooden ships is so very characteristic that it needs lots of skill and perseverance. Look into the past references and drawings to ensure that the appropriate reproduction of rigging detail is done. Use some fine strings and delicate tools in order to produce a very realistic rigging. Researching historical rigging techniques and incorporating them into your miniature ships will not only make it more authentic, but also reflect the passion of seafaring history. Through the detailing of rigging, your model ship can become a living organism full of maritime skills and also a tale from history.

Historical Accuracy

For enthusiasts who are also concerned with historical accuracy, you can research the time period and nature of the wooden ships that you would like to replicate. Focus on the detailed design, colors and also insignia that one could expect to see in your model ship at this time. By exploring the historical background and the details of the miniature ships, you can open new horizons for your personal understanding. Your model ship built on historical accuracy, makes your model ship kit an effective tangible link to a splendid and unforgettable maritime history.

Patience and Perseverance

Wooden ships, especially model boats are a labor of love by which one has to have immense patience and determination. Accept the process and be patient enough to perfect your techniques, then learn from blunders, and also enjoy the act of creating an art piece. Every step in the construction process provides you with many new tools for your growth and mastery, from the application of knowledge about different materials to enhancement of skills. You will not only connect to the ship building but also gain a sense of achievement as you see your hard work and skills transform into the stunning details of your model.

Attention to Scale and Proportion

It is very important to ensure that the model has the right scale and proportion of wooden ships for precision and also aesthetic beauty. Make certain that every part, from the hull to even a small detail fits into an appropriate scale thereby producing a scaled replica of an authentic ship. Paying great heed to the scale not only allows for an accurate depiction of the ship but also displays your dedication towards accuracy and art. If you maintain the scale integrity from start to finish, your model ship kits will be utterly fascinating in its appearance of exact size - a scale that calls admirers into captive wonderment over the details and also historical accuracy achieved in this incredible piece.

Incorporating Innovative Techniques

Research the possibilities of incorporating laser-cut wooden parts, 3D printing for detailed elements and also advanced painting methodologies to increase craftsman level in your miniature ships. Using such technological developments increases the breadth of your creative horizons and also ensures a higher level of accuracy and complexity when replicating historical ship details. By applying these modern technologies and methods to your craftsmanship, you can create a perfect blend of classical artistry with the innovative technology.

Community and Resources

Participate in the lively community of model ship builders to share your ideas, solicit advice and get some inspirational tips for your projects. Find online forums, workshops and also model ship building clubs to interact with other enthusiasts about this timeless hobby. Through such a communal exchange of insights and experiences, one is bound to gain not only from the collective wisdom but also get connected with the individuals who share your passion. With such a collaborative setting, your wooden ships building adventure becomes an excellent opportunity for development in terms of learning and creativity as well as sharing.

Showcasing Your Work

A testimony of your commitment and skill is the collection of finished model ship kits. Take part in the model ship displays, post your artwork on various social media networks and also build a legacy with the concept of wooden ships by motivating others with it. With your expertise and passion, you motivate a new generation of model ship builders while also keeping the interest in this art form alive. Your participation in the exhibitions and also online platforms does not only represent your commitment, but also makes an eternal mark on the thick motley patchwork of maritime craftsmanship devoted to wooden ship models.

Crafting wooden ships is an incredibly satisfying and alluring activity. Indulging in the hobby of model ship construction allows you to improve your artistry and acquire invaluable knowledge, ultimately producing exquisite miniature ships that eloquently capture the spirit of nautical history. Through commitment and the deft use of tried-and-true techniques, you can go on a creative expression and historical appreciation journey. In the end, you will refine your skills to create outstanding models that serve as examples of your enthusiasm and knowledge in the fascinating field of model ship building.

#model boat kits #ship in a bottle kit #wooden ships #model ship kits

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craftcompare · 10 months ago

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Occre 1/100 Scale Amerigo Vespucci Model Kit

Occre Amerigo Vespucci 1:100 Model Ship Kit Specifications: Scale: 1:100 Length: 980mm Height: 560mm Width: 304mm The Amerigo Vespucci is a tall ship ... http://dlvr.it/T5ShyN

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thiswasinevitableid · 4 years ago

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13 fury and 29 leviathan, Ot4, nsfw, please!

I decided to split these up, so here’s Leviathan, and fury will be a separate fill! Indrid’s design is based on an oarfish, Duck on a grouper, Barclay on a whale shark, and Stern is a black and white snapper.

There are times Joseph wishes he was just a brain floating in seashell, not a mer with a body that needs things like food, sleep, and sex. The migration of the Leviathans is one such time.

Every five years, the larger creatures of the Marianas Trench travel upwards, for reasons that remain mysterious to even the deep sea mers. Five years ago, Joseph was ill. Five years before, his job was such that he was unable to take the few days needed to visit the migration sight and record his findings. Now that his chance has come, he’s not letting anything, be it the possibility of losing a limb if he gets too close to the giants or the sparse fishing near his camp stop him.

And he’s certainly not letting his heat stop him.

He’s chosen the optimal observation point, so when another mer swims into the view, he prays they won’t chase him off or make noise.

“Oh, apologies, I was not anticipating this timeline.” The merman is angular around the face, his tan body bookended with silver; his moonlight colored hair occasionally falls across glowing, red eyes, and his tail is longer than average, elegantly metallic and fanned with red. He strikes Joseph as formidable, so it’s a good thing that he seems friendly.

The new mer cocks his head, “You’re here to observe the migration.”

“I am. Um, are you?” It could be fun to have a fellow rare creature’s enthusiast to keep him company.

“No. I come here to draw, but I’m happy to share the space with you.”

“Thank you.”

They make small talk, during which the other mer introduces himself as Indrid, a seer for hire, and informs Joseph that the migration will start in the next ten minutes.

While his brain focuses on the task ahead, his heat creeps through his body. It’s not too bad, but he knows it will only get more intense as the day moves one. It’s mostly agitation right now, not the aches and tunnel vision that will come for him over the next three days. He’s not sure if he’s releasing any sort of scent signals, because the last thing he needs while trying to record the leviathans is someone pestering him.

Indrid looks up from his drawing, sets it carefully on a stone and swims a circle around Joseph, “Ah, I was not imagining things. You are giving off heat pheromones. And I thought I was prone to unlucky timing.”

“It’s not like I did it on purpose.” Joseph grumbles.

“Of course not. I, ah, do not mean to worry you, but there are many futures where your research is interrupted by hopeful suitors.”

“Damn it.”

“If it would help, I could stay close and pretend to be your mate. You, ah, you would not need to actually be such, though I am not opposed to such things once you are done with your day.” His ears flick once, “the point is, my help is not contingent on sex.”

“That…that would be very helpful, thank you.” Indrid seems genuinely eager to help him, which set fondness squirming up his spine.

Indrid retrieves his supplies, curls the end of his tail around the black and white of Joseph’s own, and murmurs, “The first one should appear in under twenty-seconds.”

He’s right on the money, Joseph stifling a gasp of delight as the massive, bone-white body of a Ningen emerges. It’s pace is alarming fast for something so large.

Next is a creature he’s never so much as read of; serpentine and bioluminescent, with light lures fanned out across it’s forehead.

Movement to his left, another mer emerging from the nearby rocks with their eyes on him. Indrid waits a beat, then whips his head around to hiss at the newcomer, frilling his ears out as he does. They turn tail instantly.

“They didn’t even argue.” He’s impressed.

“I have a bit of a, ah, a reputation. It’s unearned, mind you, but sometimes it comes in handy.”

Joseph nods, turns his attention back to the trench just in time to see a Kraken fleeing from a pair of massive sharks.

He continues his observation with no interruptions, Indrid’s presence enough to deter the few mers who come to investigate him. His new acquaintance offers additional benefits; the physical contact soothes his heat to a degree, especially when pretends that this is all a prelude to that lovely tail wrapping around him while Indrid sinks his teeth into his shoulders.

Better still, during a lull in conversation he glances over to find Indrid has captured the leviathans on paper.

“It seemed to me your notes could use illustrations.” He says a moment before Joseph can ask.

“That’s, Indrid those are incredible, you didn’t need to set your own projects aside-“

“This is more fun than drawing the futures. And more rewarding.” He smiles at Joseph’s excitement.

It’s going on hour seven of observation that his body betrays him; his heat seeps into every nerve, his body twitching and squirming in it’s desire to swim off and get off as soon as possible.

“I foresee the migration lasting three more days. If you need to be done for the day, I do not think it will damage your research.”

“I…”

“However” Indrid says casually, “if you want to stay longer but are struggling to, I can always tell you that good mates can last a few hours more.”

“Shit” The part of his tail concealing his dick pulses, “Indrid, how did you know-“

“Foresight.” Indrid taps his temple, grinning wider.

“I, I think I can call it a night.” He repacks his observation kit, Indrid’s tail holding his all the while. Then he whirls, kissing him as the other mer lets out a muffled laugh.

“My, it must have gotten intense.” Indrid strokes his cheek, roving his eyes up and down his body.

“Very. I, I’m sorry, I’m not very good at spontaneity during my heats, so this might be awkward.” He tries to pet Indrid’s tail, only for his wrists to be caught in a strong hold.

“What do you usually do?”

“I, um, I pick out potential partners ahead of time. And if there aren’t any I’m interested in, I just hole up on my own until it’s over. Besides, it’s not just about who I want; what I want can be a bit of a surprise for most mers.”

Indrid leans close, purrs in his ear, “Am I right that you would call yourself, ah, needy pet?”

“Hollllyshit”

“Answer me.” There’s an edge to his lilt.

“Yes, I would, Indrid please-“

“Hush.” The mer begins swimming them towards the houses on the cliffs, “I have just the thing. You need all the attention you can get, more than I can give without passing out, but there is an easy solution.” He turns the conversation away from sex, asking Joseph about his work until they reach the entrance to a home in the rocks, the front of it sporting an impressive garden.

“’Drid, that you?” A voice calls as they swim down the hallway.

“Yes, my love. And I brought a guest.” They round the corner into a large kitchen. Seated at the table is a merman with short, dark hair, and a mottled green and brown fin. He sets the model ship he’s working on into a carved box, then propels himself with obvious, easy strength to capture Indrid in a kiss. It’s only when Indrid nudges him to turn his head that he sees Joseph.

“Oh, uh, name’s Duck, welcome to our place.” He holds out a hand, smile crooked and soft, the evening light falling around the curves of his body in a way that makes it impossible for Joseph to look anywhere else.

“It’s lovely.” He takes Duck’s hand, shaking it as Indrid explains how they met. Duck takes a polite interest in it, adding that he’s done restoration work on the scant plant life near the edge of the trench.

“Now, what I wanna know is if you invited him for the reason I think you did.” Duck sends a pointed look at Josephs tail, where silver and blue are starting to pulse in place of his usual colors.

“Yes. Assuming everyone is amenable to the idea. Speaking of which, where is, ah, nevermind, here he comes.”

“Hey Indrid, should I start dinner? Heard you say something about a guest—oh holy fuck.”

Joseph clamps his hands over his mouth to stifle the excited moan that tries to leap out.

“You two know each other?” Duck looks between them, then smirks, “hold on. Barclay, is this fella mr. tall, dark, and handsome you keep swoonin over?”

“I, uh, I” Barclay seems to be trying to hide behind his grey and black-speckled tail, “I didn’t know this is where you were going. When you said vacation I assumed, like, you’d go somewhere fancy. Not just a few miles out from the city.”

“If the guy behind me hadn’t been in such a rush to get his lunch, I could have told you more.” He swims forward, heat ebbing in the face of discovering where the mer he’s had a crush on for months lives (and that Indrid has managed to secure two of the most attractive mermen in the world as partners).

Before he can reach Barclay, he jerks to a stop. Duck has hold of the end of his tail, though from the sharp-toothed grin this tableau was Indrid’s idea.

“Am I correct” Indrid swims lazy circles around the other three, “that we are all in agreement that the best way for Joseph to manage his heat is for us to take turns helping him relieve the tension?”

“Yep”

“Uh huh.”

“Yes, now for gods sake let’s get to it.” He tries swimming forward, discovers Duck is even stronger than he looks, and lets out a frustrated, horny whine. Duck makes a sympathetic noise, rubbing his tail soothingly. Barclay decides to close the distance himself, only to freeze at Indrid’s voice.

“I believe you said something about dinner, dear one.”

“But-“ Barclay’s brown eyes send a pleading look at between Joseph and Indrid.

“You’ll get your turn, or several if the timelines are correct, but it won’t do for all of us to get caught up in the heat of the moment and forget to eat. Or for Joseph to burn through a great deal of energy and not replenish it. Besides, he clearly likes your cooking. You have a chance to show off.”

Barclay chuckles, “You’re a menace, sir.”

“You love me for it.”

“I do.” Barclay kisses Indrid as he drifts by, gives one more appreciative, longing look at Joseph, and turns back to the counter. Joseph’s back hits the table a split-second later, Indrid’s face and frilled-out ears filling his vision.

“Now, be a good little pet and let me fuck you.” Ink-smudged fingers expertly stroke his scales as his tail curves around him, trapping them together. The pressure of his touch and the sting of his teeth as they graze his collarbone make Joseph buck in his hold.

“IndridpleaseOHshit, shit” a cock slides into him, “that, that was fast.”

“I have been swimming in your desire for hours. It was only because you were so very engrossed in your work that I ohnnnn, I did not ask to do this sooner.” Indrid nibbles his ear, his tail rippling with effort as he fucks deeper, “you just seemed so happy.”

Joseph moans, wrapping his arms around Indrids shoulders, “That’s one of the most considerate things anyone’s done for me in months.”

“You deserve it, pet, just as much as you deserve to be fucked so much you’re too full to swim.”

“No, ahnnfuck, no wonder Barclay looks so content on Monday mornings, if this is how you treat your mates.”

Indrid trills, blushes, and then hides the fact by sinking his teeth into Joseph’s shoulder. The pain lights him up from tail-tip to the top of his head and he buries a kiss in Indrid’s neck. The tendrils of his cock, already wound around Indrid’s shaft, tighten as the other mer kisses along the bite mark.

“That’s it pet, go ahead and cum, you’ve been so patient, held out so long, you’ll feel so much better if you do.”

The fact that it’s the act of receiving permission that tips him over the edge is probably something to bring up with his therapist, but he’s not thinking about that now. Right now, his world is nothing more than blinding pleasure and his body screaming with relief that he’s finally getting off.

Indrid stays still as he rides it out, trilling softly as he kisses his cheeks. He waits until Joseph meets his eyes and nods before he begins rolling his hips, tail coiling and relaxing in time with his efforts.

“There we are, you can take a break pet, lay here and let me-AHhhnn” His measured thrusts morph into sharp jerks. Joseph’s cock perks up as knuckles graze it, and Duck’s chin rests on Indrid’s shoulder.

“Sorry, you know watchin you play all high and mighty turns me on. Especially when you’re fuckin such a handsome piece of tail.” Duck fingers open the lower part of the slit from which Indrid’s cock emerged.

“No complaAAIInts here” Indrid’s movements turn wilder by the moment and he cranes his neck backwards in search of kisses. Joseph would sit up so he and Duck could lavish him with them from both sides, but his muscles aren’t quite up to that yet.

There are two, high trills, one after the other as Duck bites the tip of Indrid’s ear and then the base of his neck. Indrid thrusts as deep as he can, cumming with satisfied chirps and moans as Duck sucks a bruise into his neck.

As Indrid pulls out, he rubs at the scales around Joseph’s cock in a way he’s never seen before, one that makes everything close up the instant his cock is all the way free. He raises an eyebrow, intrigued.

“It’s courteous to hold onto what a mate gives you” Indrid leans closer, adding, “I also suspect Barclay will enjoy it.”

Indrid helps Joseph sit up, clearly intending to guide him over to service Duck, but Joseph is miles ahead of him, darting out to wrap his arms around his middle and kiss his way from his chest to his belly.

“Y;know, Barclay made it sound like you were real reserved, shy even. Know heats can make folks a little wild, but this seems like a stretch.”

“It’s, it’s not the heat. It’s you. It’s this” He presses another kiss to his belly slides his hands down to grope his upper tail, “you’re, well, let’s just say I think Indrid has incredible taste. Your whole body is divine, Duck” he nips the sensitive band where scales give way to skin, “if someone told me you swam straight out of Poseidon’s Court, I’d believe them.”

“Fuck, are you always like this?” Duck looks at Barclay, who’s holding a spoon so tight it’s cracking.

“Nope.” The cooks voice is creeping higher as he watches Joseph lick and kiss at Duck’s tail.

Duck stills him with a hand in his hair, keeping his eyes on Barclay, “Do you, uh wanna switch? I can keep an eye on whatever you’re makin so you don’t gotta wait longer.”

“No, I, I wanna be good. I can be patient. But, uh, thanks.”

“Suit yourself. Alright handsome, you can keep goinnnnfuck, ohfuckyeah that’s good.” Duck cups the back of his head, urging him on. Joseph understands why Indrid wasn’t thrown by his unconventional cock; Duck’s is the same, multiple short, hyper-sensitive tendrils emerging from a slit instead of a shaft.

To his delight Duck is vocal, moaning and groaning as he tells him how well he’s doing, how perfect he looks with a cock in his mouth.

“Oughta, oughta make you suck ‘Drid and Barclay at the same time, be so fuckin hot, think I could cum without even touchin myself ohfuck, yeah, do that again.”

The tendrils tickle when they glide over his tongue, harden when he curls his lips around a few and sucks.

“Enjoying yourself my love?”

“You know it, darling. Fuck, Joe, where the fuck did you learn to suck dick like this?”

He pulls back, winks, “Maybe if you take me out to dinner, I’ll tell you the whole sordid tale.”

“You got a date” Duck dips down to kiss him, then shoves him back into place, grinding his hips harder before cumming with a half-laugh, half-moan. He’s still shaking when he guides Joseph so they’re face to face and kisses him, whispering, “Thanks for that, handsome.”

He doesn’t have time to note that no one’s ever thanked him for blowing them before there’s a thunk of bowls on the nearby table.

“Dinner’s ready.” Barclays cock is visibly throbbing under his scales, but he lets Indrid lead him to a chair, set a bowl next to him, and whisper in his ear with a mischievous grin. The cook nods, and then Indrid is waving Joseph over.

“You really should eat, you barely had any lunch, but Barclay’s been patient. I recommend multitasking.” Indrid pecks their cheeks one after the other, then goes to sit in Duck’s lap.

Joseph lowers himself and rubs their tails together, “Dinner smells delicious.”

“It’s not the only thing.” Barclay rumbles, then shakes his head, “sorry, I’m super-responsive to other mers heats, we, we can just have dinner if you want, you don’t have to-“

“Barclay, you’ve been on my mind for months. I want to.” His tendrils don’t coax so much as demand Barclay’s cock enter him and they moan in tandem as Joseph settles into place.

“Here” Barclay holds up a piece of fresh crab and Joseph eats it from between his fingers. It’s perfect, just like every meal Barclay’s ever made him. He “mmmms” and opens his mouth for another, this time biting Barclays finger before taking it.

“Tall, dark, and handsome, huh?”

The cook blushes, “Yeah. You, gods you’re always so put-together, I’d say this was a dream come true by my brain can only fantasize about you, like, calling me up to your office and sucking you off. Never thought I’d see you heat-crazed and getting fucked by my boyfriend and one of my best friends. Also, it’s so fucking hot” he gives his first sharp thrust up, “to fuck Indrid’s cum back into you.”

“I told you so.” Indrid murmurs from behind them.

Joseph rocks his hips, kissing Barclay’s cheeks and stroking his beard, “Seeing you is the best part of my day; I, um, I even redid my budget so I could come get lunch more often. I almost asked if you wanted to help me with my heat but I, I was worried it’d be overstepping.”

“Nah. Not for my favorite customer.” Barclay kisses his nose.

“Does AHnnnshit,” Barclay’s cock is thick enough to catch all the tendrils, “does this mean I get a discount now?”

“Of course, ten percent off for every blowjob.”

“I’ll be eating for free in no time. Possibly the end, ohfuckyes, of this heat.” He stops, tries to correct, “that’s, um, that’s if you want to see me again after tonight.”

Barclay nuzzles his neck, “I do. Gonna take a wild guess and say those two do too. And in case you think I’m kidding…”

Joseph cums as Barclay bites the opposite shoulder from where Indrid’s mark is still red, the other mer growling as he pumps his hips up into him again and again, refusing to let go until his cum mixes with Indrid’s and Joseph’s shoulder sports a deep purple bruise.

“Holy shit.” Joseph collapses against his chest.

“Better, babe?” Barclay kisses the top of his head.

He looks over his shoulder at where Duck and Indrid are trading increasingly heated kisses.

“Yes, but I’m just getting started…”

Joseph wakes up in an empty bed, his last memory of Duck fucking him while he jacked Indrid and Barclay off, one in each hand.

Maybe they all have work? Maybe they’re hoping he’ll take a hint and leave…

“Mornin Joe” Duck floats in the bedroom doorway, “Barclay asked me to come get you. He’s almost finished packin breakfast up.”

“Oh,for, um, for me to take on the road?”

Duck shakes his head, “for all four of us; ‘Drid showed us drawins from yesterday and we decided we’d like to join you. If, uh, if that’s okay?”

Joseph swims over to take his hand, “it’s perfect.”

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