#archduchessgabrielle

[defira85]

An Act of Charity

I had the very distinct pleasure of working with @archduchessgabrielle for another portion of the @bg3-winter-big-bang (I'm not great at restraint, what can I say, a fic and three art pieces seemed totally sensible back in November) but she was just an utter delight to work with. She wrote a gorgeous fic about Gortash and her Banite OC Gabrielle gritting their teeth and visiting an orphanage for publicity, and the two of them very promptly get bogged down in a little bit of angst and a little bit of sweetness, but there's still that Banite bite that we all know and love, don't worry

I was really overjoyed to get a chance to paint for her, because as a fellow aficionado of fat lady OCs, I've been in love with our dear villainous Archduchess for a while now. Getting to paint Gabrielle was just wonderful

Thank you so much for your patience Gabby, and for my Gortash loving friends, check out the fic!

[ennissg]

Biiig commission for @archduchessgabrielle with her Tav and Gortash! I've had so much fun with this one, I love drawing food, idk, something very pleasant about the process

Also check out this sick default durge tea set, I'm very proud of it

[themaybug]

secret santa for @archduchessgabrielle of Gabrielle and Gortash sharing a tender wintery moment 🥰

[m0nstarzz]

IM BACK IN THE FUCKING BUILDING AGAIN!!!!

I love Durgetavtash so much, you do not understand... especially now since I've been shipping my girlfriend's ( @archduchessgabrielle ) Tav with my Durge... they're so cute together, I can't believe Gortash fumbled not once but TWICE...Fumbled so bad he DIED..

[mimudraeg]

A recent fully-shaded commission for @archduchessgabrielle of their oc and Enver Gortash ^^

[reirakurenai]

The Archduke and Duchess the Cat (or Cattash) for dearest @archduchessgabrielle's birthday! ☺️

[archduchessgabrielle]

Blasphemous writing is found under Moonrise Towers by your party. Bane would be ashamed, and Enver Gortash would have your head if he knew you’d read him spilling his guts like this.

[beecreeper]

10 People I'd Like To Get To Know Better Tag!

I got tagged by @pandemneek forever ago and then forgot and I JUST got tagged by @daemon-in-my-head so now I'm actually gonna do it lol. Thanks!!

Last Song:

Favourite Color: Yellow!!! 💛 Everything MUST be yellow forever

Last Book: slowly working my way through the audio book for Fly Trap Frances Hardinge

Last Movie: uuuuuuuh oh my god I don't think I've watched a movie since November??? I can't think of anything since I binged every Ghibli movie before my Ghibli park trip. Well, if that's the case the last move I watched was Castle in the Sky.

Last Game: Just finished playing Stardew Valley for the first time! I did co-op with my partner and married Emily

Last Show: The new season of Apothecary Diaries!

Sweet/Spicy/Savoury: Spicy!!

Relationship: About a month ago I passed ten years with my partner who I love so fucking muuuuuuuch!!! 💕 🥰 💕

Last internet search: "punk ferox". I saw paleoart of an extinct mollusc with the scientific name punk ferox and I was like!!!! My boy??? Ferox?? PUNK Ferox??? This makes more sense than it may seem because I actually took the same Ferox from the scientific name of a species of spider in the first place but still like. "Punk" is a genus?! Punk is a genus that got paired for ferox of all things?? Now I get to think about sea slugs AND my large boy wearing spike bracelets AT THE SAME TIME?? The world is so beautiful.

Ooh and now I get to tag ten whole people uhh. I can't remember who's already been tagged in this train or not so sorry if you get doubles lol

@sunflowergem @m0nstarzz @archduchessgabrielle @adorablebanite @nkukubean @bardic-perdita @driderwife @smallnico @sankttealeaf @aleksxo

[adorablebanite]

OC Deep Dive Questions

Thank you @hippotooth for the tag, and giving me more excuses to blab about my dumb girl!

I'd love to tag some folks, should they wish to partake (if they haven't already!) @newtia @beecreeper @obuoliukai @melvinthedepressedrobot @ennissg @sankttealeaf @forged-by-fire @forlornghosts @walkerdraws @lizziemajestic @archduchessgortash @archduchessgabrielle @elinorbard @sunflowergem @threeofswrds @arianiziolek @defira85 @lillietea @kawareo @toobisa @kaava @asteria49 @demong @aurorawintersnight @archduke-enver-gortash (I'm sorry if I missed anyone! I'd love to see EVERYONE'S response, if possible!

(I realize Tumblr doesn't let me tag more than a handful of people but i'm stubborn and will do it in the replies, lmao)

Questions/Answers for my beloved OC ~Lilla~ under the cut

Warning - she's literally just a "made in a lab for gortash" trope, so enjoy extreme self-indulgence!

What common/uncommon fear do they have?

I don't know if there's much in the way of common when it comes to BG3, but I suppose Lilla's actually fairly brave! She's a Banite after all - though it took some getting there. Honestly her worst fear is getting "fired" by the boss - but that's a given. Lady Orin actually terrifies her, and maybe Balthazar a bit, as well (he's just mostly stinky and smug, though.)

Do they have any pet peeves?

You'll be sick of hearing this already, but given Lilla's nature, her biggest pet peeve is when people don't cooperate with Gortash 😅

Honestly just general incompetence - her standards rival the Chosen's, which are basically impossible, so good luck!

What are 3 items you can find in their bedroom?

An emerald silk bathrobe, an alchemy station stocked to the brim with all the good stuff, and a small library nook!

What do they notice first in a person?

Visually not much (unless she's attracted to them, in which case she's just like the rest of us and looks respectively, or otherwise 😉).

Believe it or not, she doesn't judge much based on looks; she's learned from the boss that every person has the potential to offer some skill or opportunity that could benefit the Banites and their chosen - so she's always looking to see what she can exploit or harness from someone, and to see if she can delegate their skills to Gortash's cause.

On a scale from 1-10, how high is their pain tolerance?

Pretty high up there- gonna say at least an 8, but she's cheating because she was kind of intentionally 'made' that way. Once she got a pommel from a greatsword straight to the cheekbone during a tournament and she just kind of smiled bloody at the dude which freaked him the fuck out because she's so small and un-phased.

Do they go into fight or flight mode when under pressure?

Depends on the pressure! She's survived/won a battle royal against some really grizzled Banites - though it may have mostly been luck -but it helped shape her ability to respond to fear fairly well! Again, the whole 'Banite blood' thing helps a lot!

She did have a massive panic attack when she thought her worst fear (see first question) was realized, which sent her into quite a state - so that would be the closes to fleeing she's ever gotten, really.

Do they come from a big family/are they a family person?

If by "family" you mean "secret Banite sect at the outskirts of Calimport," then yes she comes from a fairly big family, but she doesn't remember them, since they erased her memory when she was five and gave her to an Ilmater orphanage (long story - sounds weird - it is). Not really a family person, but could be, if her path took a different turn! She's quite nurturing considering all things (Which may have been a point of contention with Bane, but she ultimately proved herself, eventually).

What animal represents them best?

This is such a hard question...I never considered. Hmm what could be considered regal and unhinged in the same stroke? Maybe I'll say Owl - because it's the symbol of knowledge, and she's a knowledge domain cleric? Also she can be fairly deadly if you let your guard down around her 😊 Also she doesn't shut up sometimes.

What is a smell they dislike?

Balthazar.

Have they broken any bones?

As mentioned before, she had her face smashed with a really heavy weapon. Would you be interested in a smol excerpt? (You get it regardless 😅 (as usual warning: amateur writing)

How would a stranger likely describe them?

Very prim, proper, and polite! Quite sweet as well! Unless you've said something uncouth about Lord Gortash (It is recommended to not do that around her).

Are they a night owl, or morning bird?

She's extremely gort-coded, so whatever he wants (so both)

What’s a flavor they hate and a flavor they love?

Plump red berries are her favourite for reasons only the readers of AFI know :p. I don't know what she doesn't like! Maybe dirty/muddy meat and potatoes, which also only AFI readers will know why ^_^

Do they have any hobbies?

lol. lmao.

Alchemy I guess xD. Basically studying anything that makes her more competent/useful at her job.

Boom, surprise birthday party! How do they react to surprise?

I think at first she'd think it was a waste of time, but she wouldn't admit that she loves it (and the attention).

Do they like to wear jewelery?

Yes! A black suede collar with a Banite charm! She switches it for an Ilmater charm when in public though >.>

Do they have neat or messy handwriting?

Very neat, very succinct, very efficient. Transcribing was the very first reason Gortash hired her - especially because she's able to use her Mage Hand to write (ie in unseen places for what may or may not be for spying purposes).

What are the two emotions they feel the most?

This is so lame and cringe but just general catharsis for fulfilling her purpose. It's a perk of the whole "made in a lab" trope. For a being conceived during a silly Banite ritual designed to make the perfect servant for Bane's chosen (whoever it should be at the time), she actually feels a great deal of love -it's up to individual philosophy if it's organic/genuine, or preprogrammed.

Do they have a favourite fabric?

Emerald silk ^_^

What kind of accent do they have?

An English one, I dunno man. She grew up in an orphanage, but was taught by Ilmater nurses/clerics, so she sounds like a fancy lil bitch.

[hags-lair-zine]

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« My dad was originally the D&D nerd of the household. He had a whole room in our house dedicated to high fantasy memorobillia and miniature painting sets that I was never allowed to touch- too expensive and fragile for a 9 year old. I'd spend so long sitting and staring at the knick knacks that when he no longer needed the years worth of trinkets I hit the ground running with TTRPGS. When I found BG3 I was already sold, the setting and system being something I was still in love with made it all the better. I fell in love and I haven't gotten over it since, my main squeeze being Gortash. I'm still in the pits of Tavtash purgatory, but I've discovered a love for writing the likes of which I've never known thanks to BG3. »

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[adorablebanite]

Thank you for tagging me! I loved doing this, it was so fun!

Here's Mine!

I'm fairly sure Lilla would be ashamed to be seen with me, but she'd be nice, regardless! We'd at least bond over being Gortsexuals :3

This was so much fun to do! You can find the link to the picrew above, or here!

I would love to see @newtia @kaava @nexu101 @archduchessgabrielle and @bound-to-worse

I would tag so many more, but it only lets me tag a few! If you see this though, please do this and tag me so I can see your cutie faces!

tagged by @theviridianbunny to make myself & my oc in THIS picrew !! thank u for the tag <3

<3 me and rue <3

we are besties and going to go out to get smoothies together and talk about our unfortunate taste in men x

tagging with no pressure: @kaleido-scope-lady @adorablebanite @quacaserous and YOU! READING THIS! DO THIS! I'M PRESSURING YOU!!

[archduchessgabrielle]

Welcome!

Hello hello! Welcome to my endless stream of multi fandom related goodies! Here is some info about myself: I'm 22, use she/her, and love to write about my hyperfixations! I'm obsessed with evil men and my OCs… I do have commissions open for writing! NSFW and SFW welcome, it is 10 USD per 1,000 words. You can find me on bsky as well under @/archdchessgabby and on Ao3 under ArchduchessGabrielle :> Thank you for reading! Enjoy my stream of conciousness! Art by UwagiHime on Etsy (featuring my Tav what a lady...)

[adorablebanite]

Tagged by @kaava , thank you very much! Everyone makes me feel very welcome here!

rules: go to pinterest, search "your name + core", post six pictures. Then tag six people. I had to really scroll down to get past the edgy shit to find some things that actually reflected my personality xD I'd like to tag @newtia @bound-to-worse @forlornghosts @obuiliukai

@archduchessgabrielle

[adorablebanite]

Cheerfully telling Gortash she's gonna crack his ribs open one day is such a MOOD, LMAO!

Thank you for tagging me!! 🥹

I still have to finish my longfic, but it's on hold (again) for the Gort-o-ween event!

Perhaps we can see what @archduchessgabrielle @defira85 @catholic-paladin have as far as WIP

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I don't want to spoil anything (also in case I don't use something) but here's a smidge of my favourite topic; Gortash having a bath! As his personal assistant and loyal cleric, I can attest that he is in fact a very clean man, and smells like heaven. The unfortunate rumours of his hygiene have been spread by conspiracy theorists and enemies to the people of Baldur's Gate.

Lord Gortash bathes frequently, but does not let that get in the way of his work, as he is a shining beacon of productivity and multitasking!

He is also the proud inventor of an ingenious contraption powered by the unlimited energy of an infernal engine designed to heat up bathwater! It also agitates the water in a most pleasant manner, producing bubbles that offer a lovely relaxing and singling sensation!

He has yet to name and patent such a contraption, but I'm trying to convince him to call it the "Gortuzzi."

Sorry I know it's not a big WIP update, but I'm stumbling around the proverbial kitchen trying to cook the best I can, and I'm nervous about the meal, so maybe some Gortash in the bath will tickle the palate!

WIP Wednesday!

Thank you to the lovely and talented @bakuliwrites for tagging me!

I just can't resist sharing more of the pre-canon Durge (Ta'av) and Gortash story I'm working on:

She sighed and idly brought her hand to the side of his chest. “I wish we could go sooner. Tomorrow.” “Unfortunately, tailors do not perform well under duress. I will arrange an appointment as soon as possible and send word.” His lips curled into a contented smile. She was intrigued, as he thought she would be, and he was certain their little outing would be a memorable success. Even though her decision to sit on his stomach was less than ideal, her weight and warmth was strangely soothing. Her fingers pressed into his skin, and he frowned. “Are you… counting my ribs?” “Yes. Someday, I’m going to crack them open,” she said cheerfully. Then she leaned down, moving her hand up to grip his shoulder, pressing the tip of her dagger into his cheek, and lowering her face until it was only a hand’s width above his. “You promised,” she pouted.

Two completely normal people having a normal interaction, nothing to see here. (Check out the AO3 series here!)

I can't remember who I've tagged and who has posted recently, so apologies for repeats. I'm tagging @preciouslittlebhaalbae, @sankttealeaf, @adorablebanite, and @ladyduellist if you'd like to play!

[archduchessgabrielle]

As per request by Laubritter on Twitter, I give you Gortash getting waxed. Painfully. With a happy ending 😌🔞

[archduchessgabrielle]

Hello everyone!

Here is my submission for the first day of @gortash-week ! I look forward to reading everyone else’s submissions for our beloved Archduke throughout the week! ^^