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Romantic Headcanon Meme: 2-4, 9, 12, 16, 17, 20, 21, 23, 25, 26-29 (Aspros (lol obviously his ship with Manigoldo haha))

Romantic Headcanon Meme | AsupuMani (my OTP ❤️)

What my Muse admires about their love interest(s)

Hm... This is pretty hard to pin down for Aspros. In the most canon version, Aspros doesn't really realize he loves Manigoldo. Yes, he does have an attraction, but he doesn't realize that it's a 'love interest' sort of attraction. I don't even think he's consciously aware that he admires some parts of Manigoldo.

Metagaming tho, he admires Manigoldo's boisterous nature. It's like an attractive amount of cockiness and confidence that isn't too overpowering since Manigoldo can and will be humble should he need to be. It's just Manigoldo prefers to hide this part of himself.

I would also guess that Aspros unconsciously admires Manigoldo's respect for life and people from all walks of life? I feel like Manigoldo, from what I gathered in his gaiden, doesn't really hold things against people. like, he even said something along the lines of "The world isn't there to satisfy selfish people, but even then, I don't hate those kinds of people". And he says it with a smile. So I'd think that Manigoldo isn't the type that judges people just because of how they are or where they came from. You treat him and his friends good, and he'll accept you how you are; if you're an enemy, he doesn't make a whole show about how you are. I think Aspros would unconsciously admire that greatly (especially if you take my headcanons of him being gay-leaning into account since it was loathed in the 1700s). This is hilarious since I'm sure after the assassination attempt, Aspros would have been enemy number 1 on Manigoldo's list.

What sort of daydreams / stray thoughts they have about their love interest(s)

Woof.... As you know, in my headcanons, Aspros is a romantic. I'm sure that the things that 'normal' couples can do in public, Aspros would have daydreams of. But, you know, since they're in a forbidden love, they would probably never do such things. But, also, if we're going with the close-to-canon-as-possible portrayal for this, I'm sure Aspros wouldn't even admit that he has such daydreams. Or, actually, I'm sure that he wouldn't be aware of having such thoughts. If he does catch himself having those thoughts, he would think that he's having a sexual craving rather than it being a romantic desire.

Their worries/insecurities regarding their love interest(s)

Oof... I don't think Aspros would be aware of any worries or insecurities. Aspros is a very guarded person and he's also a very selfish person. Especially since we're doing this post-corruption. Plus, I don't believe that Aspros would have a lot to worry about with Manigoldo. Taking inspiration from my previous RP partner that helped me develop the AsupuMani ship, Manigoldo is pretty loyal, and since Mani didn't have any prior relationship, he's pretty blinded by his first love.

I will say, the only thing that Aspros would be mildly concerned about is if Manigoldo manages to somehow see through his plan of seducing him. Like, Aspros *is* using Manigoldo in order to get an idea of how the Pope sees him and as a safety net of support for after he secures his position as pope. So if Manigoldo ends up seeing through his act, then it would undoubtedly lead to Manigoldo losing trust in him. And, out of everything, Aspros puts a lot of significance on loyalty and trust. So that's about the only thing I'd say that Aspros is concerned about, but it's a very mild concern.

Any physical/emotional/mental/spiritual feature(s) they find attractive

Oh woof... let's go down the list of prominent things then, shall we?

Physical: Muscles. /shrug/ As I said, my version of Aspros is gay, or rather gay-leaning. He's more attracted to the toned body of men than he is into the curves of a woman. I'll also say he's attracted to Manigoldo's smiles and grins? Because Manigoldo does have really cute smiles and smug grins, I feel like Aspros would unconsciously be weak for those. And, ofc, as a gay man, I don't think I need to say that he's attracted to... ahem. Other parts of the body...

Emotional: I feel like Aspros would find Manigoldo's empathy attractive. My version of Manigoldo is very empathetic (Cancer trait), so he'll understand how other people are feeling without needing to ask. But just as he is attracted to that part of Manigoldo, he's also very cautious of it since, because of that emotional reading, Aspros is aware of how much of a risk it is if Manigoldo manages to 'read' through his acting. So, it's an attraction to a double-edged sword.

Ways my Muse goes out of their way for their love interest(s)

I wouldn't doubt that Aspros is a partner that would take more than he gives, and Manigoldo would probably be satisfying giving more than he gets... but I do not think that Aspros would be an unfair sort of lover. Within the "love languages", Aspros definitely falls under 'acts of service' more than he falls under 'physical touch'. So Aspros would do things he knows would probably benefit Manigoldo. And should Manigoldo ask for his assistance, Aspros would grant it immediately. He would probably even do things in the background that would make Manigoldo's missions run smoother. He would even, perhaps, stick his neck out for Manigoldo a little more than he should. Not quite risking his position, but obviously in a way that would be rather uncharacteristic if anyone is paying attention close enough.

And the most hilarious thing about this is that 85% of the time, Aspros would be unconsciously committing these acts. Some things might be intentional, such as doing things in the background to aid Manigoldo, but the majority of them won't be.

My Muse’s kinks and how they would bring them up to their partners), if at all

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Hm... Well, I do have the kink that Aspros likes when his hair is pulled, he also has a thing for dirty talking too, especially if he's bottoming. There's also edging, both receiving and giving, I can see that being a part of his kink list. There are also some moments, especially when he's feeling upset, when he wants to ravish and/or wants to be ravished (in the CNC/rough sex way), but never anything that treads into BDSM... Another thing I can see is semi-public sex or the thrill of nearly being caught/being heard by others... Although that's more of a fantasy he has, I would say he still gets off at the idea of it.

But, ah, I'm very bad at this... I don't really know much more unless I explore it in drabbles (since my stories and headcanons write themselves, some things just pop up while I'm writing)...

How he'll bring it up? Communicating and just sharing the fantasy with Mani. Aspros isn't afraid of talking these things through, especially if it's important to talk it over first before getting into it. Although, for some things, I'd imagine he'll bring it up via dirty talk, just to see Manigoldo get agitated and aroused by the fantasies.

My Muse’s sexual fantasies regarding their partner(s)

Oh. Boy.

Can I just answer this by saying 'There's a lot'??? Because there is. Even with things that aren't really his kink, he fantasizes about because he's fascinated with Manigoldo's reaction before, during, and after the deed is done.

Any pet names my Muse has or would call their partner(s)

Hm... I don't think so? Aside from 'darling', 'beloved', 'love', so on... Things he thinks he doesn't mean.

How my Muse would comfort their partner

As I touched upon it before, Aspros' "love language' is 'acts of service' and 'physical affection''. If Manigoldo was ever upset, Aspros' way of comforting him would be to 'be of service' no matter how he's used, as well as physical affection such as hugs, cuddles, and kisses should it be needed. Of course, he'll do these things believing that if he were to be at Manigoldo's side during difficult times, it'll get Manigoldo to trust him blindly--not quite realizing that he himself is genuine in these acts.

My Muse’s thoughts on marriage and their position as a spouse

Oh ooohhhh... This is an interesting thought, especially since we're going with the close-to-canon portrayal for this ship.

I don't think Aspros ever thought upon marriage. I don't think he was ever interested in it, especially since, during his time, marriage was exclusive to a man and a woman. Or, rather, I don't think it'll ever be in his thoughts unless it was brought up by his partner, and his partner specifically. If it's brought up by anyone else, he'll probably brush it off, but if Manigoldo brought it up (like, perhaps a sexual fantasy where they're roleplaying the wedding night), he'll probably mull over the idea more than he should.

But I'd imagine that after he starts to think about it, it'll just be a daydream. Since, after all, it's unheard of to marry another man (for his time period). But I would think that, if he were to daydream about it without being a prick to himself, he wouldn't be against marriage to his partner. It would be a private/secret thing, but it would definitely satisfy a large romantic desire he wouldn't know he would be craving. He probably wouldn't think on it deeply since, a.) he doesn't want to believe in fantasies regarding a romantically fulfilled future (since, if you go with my headcanons, the last time he did that with Klaus, it hurt him terribly) b.) It's useless to think about such things unless it's a roleplay fantasy for bedroom activities.

Although, in the canon divergence on the successful assassination plot, I can see Aspros sort of coaxing Manigoldo into a pseudo-marriage. Using Manigoldo's emotional vulnerability to get him to vow to be by his side forever. Not officially a marriage, but something very similar to it and extremely private to just them two. That way he can keep a powerful saint by his side while also securing his partnership with Manigoldo (unconsciously fulfilling the romantic desire).

My Muse’s thoughts on their experience / skill in bed

Oh, he knows he's good. Before Manigoldo, he had a lot of sexual partners due to his sexual desires. Although, the number pales in comparison to Defteros' body count since Aspros doesn't seek out the company of harlots and stray men frequently. So he knows he's skilled in bed. But not like Manigoldo would notice (since Mani's first is Aspros, a headcanon I will take to my grave).

My Muse’s favorite part about having sex with their partner(s)

Hm... Well, I mentioned it before, but Manigoldo's reactions before, during, and after sex would be Aspros' favorite things... but Aspros also loves to hear his partner too, from moans to growls to screams. Plus, I would imagine, although Aspros had a list of sexual partners before Manigoldo, I'm sure he wasn't too emotionally invested in them. So, when he does it with Manigoldo, because he's unconsciously emotionally attached, it would just feel a lot more fulfilling. So he'll just like it more overall when it is his partner.

My Muse’s go-to gift or treat for their significant other(s)

Hmm!! I honestly haven't thought about it...

I would think that expensive things would be a go-to? I mean, after all, Aspros is of the mindset that the wealthiest of people will show off their wealth by buying high-quality and rare items. I would imagine that, in order to lavish his partner, he'll buy things like expensive clothing and jewelry. Especially something that isn't straightforwardly a romantic item, so that they can keep their relationship a secret.

My Muse’s favorite way to spoil and/or pleasure their partner(s)

lmao, you mean something other than smoldering his partner with kisses and dragging them to bed to have sex? Honestly, for spoiling, probably cuddles, treats out to restaurants, lavishing with expensive goods... pleasuring his partner? Hm... anything sexual, I guess, but also entertaining emotional needs as well, even if he thinks he isn't involved too heavily in it. He would say words of affection as well if he knew that his partner needs to hear such things, but he wouldn't ever say "I love you", because--as far as he's aware--he doesn't love his partner (at least until a second before he dies when he realizes that he actually does, but by then it'd be already too late).

My Muse’s preferred method of being spoiled / pleasured by their partner(s)

lmao, you mean something other than being smoldered by kisses and getting dragged into bed to have sex? For being spoiled, Aspros loves head scratches. His scalp is pretty sensitive (like Defteros'), and he absolutely loves it when a hand runs through his hair and rubs his scalp. It turns him into a docile creature (or an aroused docile creature), but not a lot of people know about that. Pleasure? Definitely any sexual act. Also, while he wouldn't be aware of it, but hearing words of affection would bring him pleasure in an emotional sense. Especially, as ironic as this is, the "I love you" words. He'd see it as him successfully tricking Manigoldo into an emotionally secure place, but he wouldn't realize that he craves to hear those words (another romantic desire he wouldn't realize he has).