#are the mind games and power dynamics not enough for y’all?

[wowthosearebigears]

I’m sorry, are there seriously people who are pessimistic about the next episode because Galadriel and Sauron probably aren’t gonna fuck on screen?? Like, I get the ship. I also enjoy it. But are y’all really out here feeling betrayed because their dynamic isn’t going to go beyond psychosexual tension? That’s already so compelling! Why would you set up these bizarre expectations and then decide to be devastated when they aren’t met?

[bitdemonic]

loving the drink themed game 🍹💕

Can I get 2 and 5?

Thank you for your time!💐🌈☀️

why thank you sweetness! happy you’re here mwah

no. two — 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭’𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐱𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐝𝐲𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐛𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐲’𝐚𝐥𝐥?

🃏 — 6op retrograde, 2op, the world retrograde

tbh, i’m picking up that this future spouse is legitimately an ex lover or someone that you shouldn’t be involved with (love triangle, work affair). this connection is hidden under wraps, one that only the two of you are aware of. you’re naughty tho, bc i’m getting that this is what makes the dynamic much more enticing. however, because you’re such an independent woman, i believe the sexual energy can go rogue time to time. i mean in terms of power play, competition, battle of the fittest. because you’re so sure of yourself and who you are, this can come off as stubborn to the other person. hard to get or a challenge. i feel that they’ll try and offer more than what you’re used to and because it’s out of your character to accept, you’ll reject it. quite frankly, or at least before the union, in your eyes this person is just a nice fuck. no strings attached, “chase a check, never chase a bitch.” that’s a front though, bc i’m getting that you’re both invested in each other as you are confused lmao. jupiter could be someone’s ascendant ruler or prominent in their chart.

🍷 as far as the sex goes

it’ll be transformational as hell. once this person lowers that wall, the one that separates business and pleasure, they’ll be opening the floodgates to an emotional rapture. with the death and pain card in retrograde, this reminds me of a cleanse. a release for all that pent up tension that lies beneath the facade of being too serious for love. they’re the ones to trail a finger up and down the slip of your spine to spell “i love you”, or to kiss and lick away the tears of pleasure falling down your face. i feel your first instinct is going to be to push, to run away from being vulnerable, but this person won’t let you. you’ll be forced to succumb to their desires, but above all, their love is what’ll revive you. healer. divine god or goddess. if there was a nobel peace prize for lovemaking, this person wouldn’t even have runner-ups. the illumination card in reverse, orgasms with them will burn hotter than the sun’s core—you’ll feel bare and ripened, your insides will literally bloom like flowers. breasts are a big thing here as well. their favorite thing is to latch onto your nipples and stare, just staring up into your eyes as their mouth tugs harder. overall, the world revolves around you. this person will shine light upon your darkness. healing past wounds, providing guidance—all while splitting you open. mind, body, and soul.

no. five — 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐝𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐛𝐞𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐱𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨𝐱𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝?

🃏— 7ow, knight of pentacles, the emperor retrograde

surprisingly enough, i pulled two of the same cards from the first drink. under the influence, this person is still going to be the same doting sweetheart as they are when sober. just ten times more affectionate. “a sap.” physical touch is apart of their love language in general, but in this state it’ll be damn near impossible to get them off your hips lmao. i’m also getting that they’re timid, so if y’all are around other people they’ll be more reserved than usual, might even keep quiet until spoken to. but as soon as y’all are alone, their voice and hands are melting chocolate—hot warmth that’s spreading all over. begging for your sex in the cusp of your ear, sliding their palms over and around your ass, laving sensual bruises along your neck. “weak” and “soft spots”. with the emperor in reverse, i feel that this person will be in a puddle at your feet. they’ll want to be understood, or at least under your attention and care. “i need love and affection.” big spoon, little spoon vibes aw. they’ll offer their entirety to you, “all of me loves all of you.” this person wants you to take the lead, to turn them into silly putty. they’ll give hints too lmao. widening their eyes or tugging at their shirt, very cherub like in their mannerisms. a sheep in wolf’s clothing.

end.❤️‍🔥 @jovialladyaurora

[wingsofkpop]

NSFW Alphabet - Yang Jeongin (m)

A - Aftercare

Despite being on the more inexperienced side, I think Jeongin is responsible enough to know that aftercare is a must following sex, whether it be making sure you both are properly hydrated or helping you change the bed sheets. Because he’s usually babied by his members, this sweet boy treasures each moment he’s able to take care of you for a change though he won’t say no if you request to be the bigger spoon for a night or two.

B - Body Part

Seeing as our dear maknae has apparently gotten buff somewhere over the years, he likely takes pride in his biceps and arms in general as he damn well should. We’ll go more in depth about it later, but let’s just say Innie likes to use his strength in more ways than one… Moving on, Jeongin will never not be a fan of your neck. Mans has a bit of a marking tendency, but hormones aside, Jeongin’s in love with your scent, which seems to be more pungent around thah area. Plus, the crook of your neck also makes a good hiding place when he’s shy.

C - Cum

The only place this man’s cumming is in a condom. He may not be a baby anymore, but he doesn’t want any other baby Jeongins showing up anytime soon. Changbin is already a handful enough as it is…

D - Dirty Secret

Now it’s a bit out of the element here, but Jeongin sometimes gets tired of being coddled by his members. That being said, he’s had some fantasies about proving his growness—fantasies that may or may not include getting caught eating you out until you’re a literal puddle by Chan or Hyunjin, or maybe fucking you into the wall just in time for Changbin or Seungmin to walk through the door. Not wanting to disrespect you or anything, he prefers to keep these thoughts to himself… just don’t ask questions if he starts to get a little handsy during movie nights with the other boys.

E - Experience

Like most of the younger Stray Kids members, I don’t think he has too much sexual experience. He’s probably made out with a girl or two over the years, maybe felt her up a bit, but that’s as far as his hands-on exploration goes. Even so, he probably has a general idea of how things are supposed to go, generously provided by stories from his members and the wonders of porn.

F - Favorite Position

Due to his lack of sexual practice, Jeongin probably has not found his all-time favorite position just yet. He’s eager to try everything he possibly can, so expect to be blown away literally every time y’all do the do.

G - Goofy

Jeongin doesn’t mind getting a little silly during sex every once and a while, but he also knows that a more sensual, serious mood is needed too. The first few times will definitely be more casual and light-hearted, kept alive by his playful grin and mischevious fingers. But even as you two begin to become more mature, that same youthful atmosphere will remain, making it feel like the first time every time.

H - Hair

He probably just lets it do it’s own thing honestly. As long as it doesn’t get too unruly, he doesn’t mind it all that much.

I - Intimacy

Seeing he’s likely never been in a serious relationship before you, he’s all about the ideal, romantic aspect of love making. And while there won’t necessarily be rose petals and silk sheets every time you guys have sex, he knows how to make you feel loved and wanted with just his touch alone. Eye contact is also a huge must for Jeongin—he needs to see your face in the moment, to watch the pleasure overtake your body as he brings you to a headspace only few have the privilege to witness. It may sound cheesy, but I honestly wouldn’t be surprised if he has a secret plan to marry you one day, already knowing you’re his forever person.

J - Jack Off

Innie is young, so it’s no surprise his hormones are a bit on the overwhelming side at times. For him, getting off largely depends on if and when he has a moment to himself, which is quite rare between his busy schedule and lack of privacy in the dorm. That being said, he probably masturbates no more than three times a week. If that.

K - Kink

Alright hoes, I’m gonna start this off by saying Jeongin damn well has some sort of strength kink. We’ve all seen the size of those arms. Now he wouldn’t necessarily manhandle you, but if the moment requires him to pick you up by your thighs, or maybe pin your wrists to the bed cause you’re getting a little too frisky, then a man’s gotta do what he’s gotta do. He also has a HUGE thing when you get all dressed up for him, whether it be in a dress/suit or a lingerie set. Some other honorable mentions of his include marking, praise, and the occasional teasing.

L - Location

Please, please, PLEASE let this man take you against the wall, or anywhere that lets him show off his strength. He turns into some type of beast, I swear—Bonus points if y’all have the dorm to yourselves, because then he will literally take you against every single surface…

M - Motivation

The second you compliment him, this man will be literal putty in your hands. He loves, and I mean LOVES, when you praise him for his stage performances or MV scenes. And don’t let him catch you watching his fancams… or else prepared to get dicked into next year~

N - NO

BDSM is completely off the table for Jeongin. While he doesn’t mind trying something new every so often, he’s just not comfortable treading into the kind of intense territory that would require use of a safe word. He’s also just not a fan of power dynamics in general.

O - Oral

Sorry fam, oral is just not it for Jeongin. It’s nothing against you, he just doesn’t prefer blow jobs because of his tendency to finish too early, and he’d much rather practice other methods of foreplay to get you both off.

P - Pace

In the beginning stages of your relationship, Innie used to utilize a rapid, sloppy pace. After obtaining more experience, his stroke game is much, much better and more fluid, though he sometimes tends to revert back to an awkward pace when he’s close to climax. But like everyone, his skill and confidence will grow more over time.

Q - Quickie

The only time he’ll settle for a quickie is if he’s completely and totally desperate for your touch. But even then, he needs to be sure your session will take place in an environment that is both private and isolated from any other people. But once he’s comfortable and secure, he’ll drive you into the nearest wall with no further hesitation whatsoever.

R - Risk

Nope, nope, nopity, nope. While the idea of getting caught makes him feel all the things, Jeongin would rather not risk anyone actually walking in on you two when you’re being less than innocent. Especially his members, because if they do, he knows he’ll never hear the end of it.

S - Stamina

He’s got pretty decent stamina. Jeongin can usually go for some foreplay and maybe two rounds depending on how exhausted he is from his schedule. Then again, on days he is a bit more on the tired side, he wouldn’t mind sitting back and letting you do most the work.

T - Toy

The most curious boy omg. Innie’s experience with toys probably stems from porn and the dark side of Reddit, so he’ll be utterly fascinated if you own any nifty gadgets of your own. And while I don’t think he’d actively shop for sex toys, he doesn’t mind spicing things up in the bedroom with a couple vibrators, restraints, or sensation play objects.

U - Unfair

Don’t let his adorable facade fool you—this boy can be the WORST tease on any given day. He’s the type of lover that will suggestively trail his hands across your breasts and thighs, then act all innocent when you call him out. Jeongin is also an expert in getting you to tell him what he wants to hear. For example, “You want me to make you cum, baby? How exactly do you want me to do that?…”

V - Volume

Honestly, this man is a moaning machine. And you may hear some cute little whimpers and whines in that mix too… At first, he was probably a bit bashful to make any noise in that context, but after some coaxing and needed praise from you, he’ll never try to be silent again.

W - Wild Card

Let me set the scene for you: You and Innie watching some horribly budgeted rom-com you found on Netflix, and literally just making fun of the entire movie. That is, until the two main leads start making out in the back of a car. Oh, this shuts you both right up, especially when clothes start coming off and the car windows begin to steam up. The scene ends eventually, but this awkward, sexually tense silence still remains between you and Jeongin, and when you look to your blushing lover, you find him poorly attempting to cover his raging hard on. Then, he clears his throat and cutely stutters, “S-So… You wanna… you know?…”

X - X-ray

He’s a bit below average: 4.5-5 inches. But he’s got some thickness to his name.

Y - Yearning

As already mentioned, Innie tends to hold back in regards to his sexual needs for fear of coming across as a horn dog. You two probably do the nasty at least once a week, but I guarantee you can raise that number if you sit your boyfriend down and explain the concept of a mutually beneficial relationship huehuehue.

Z - ZZZzzz

If there’s one thing that Jeongin loves most in the world, it’s being in your arms after a long and stressful day. Whether or not you choose to end the night with an orgasm or two, he’ll settle himself atop your body, using your breasts as his own personal pillows, and just let his tension melt away in the comforting warmth of your touch. And though he’d never admit it, sometimes he doesn’t really mind being babied after all…

[nari-nim]

yeosang as your boyfriend

nari note: kicking off the bf series with this king. who do you want to see next? creds for gif goes to @holy-yeosang​

Let’s be honest, you might have to make the first move with him

But it’s worth it because yeosang is actually such boyfriend material

He takes comfort in established familiarity and warm-heartedness, so likes taking things slow and understanding your personality more than anything

Shy boi at first even as y’all are dating

It can take a long time to reach the point he’s super comfortable. 

But please be patient with him because he really has super intense and strong feelings for you

Super playful and chaotic once he feels max comfortable around you!!

Type to be quiet around others but then rambles nonstop with you. Would be so funny too, he has so many hot takes he was holding in 

Can be unpredictable, but not in a bad way! 

More like he just stares at you in such a straight face until you get slightly worried, but he just feeds you three pocky sticks, kisses your lips as you are munching in confusion, and then leaves

Also please he’s so funny??? Like it’s not the type of humor like Wooyoung who just is so loud and makes everyone laugh, but the type where he makes such snarky or intellectual jabs at the situation/those around him

So it just ends up with the two of your snickering on the side

So many inside jokes

So much laughter, always 

Definitely the type to tease you as his form of flirting

Enjoys personal attention and lots of eye contact when talking about literally anything that comes to mind

Really likes just sitting with you somewhere cozy and talking about life for hours and hours on end

Once he’s comfortable, he’s actually so adorably expressive and unafraid to return PDA

While he may struggle with emotional expression at times, physical affection can stand in loving words for him

While not as touchy as San or Wooyoung, he isn’t afraid to have the two of you be in your own world

Sits close to you at any given opportunity and quietly takes care of you

Like offering you snacks first, moves your hair behind your ears, urges you to wrap you arms around his, gives you his jacket

He’s the type to love you quietly

Actions speak louder than words, and his actions are so incredibly thoughtful and attentive

For example, he may not be tripping over himself to tell you just how much he loves you 24/7 but he never fails to open soft drinks for you after the one time your nail broke in front of him when you tried to pry the metal tab open, he literally ignores the group chat but makes sure he bids you good morning and good night because he’s seen how happy they make you feel, etc

Ok but he is so kind even if he rarely voices it. You can absolutely count on him to be there for emotional and practical support whenever it’s needed.

Very trusting in the relationship

He is really understanding of you having friends/a life outside of him so he’s less likely to get jealous

Really rational in disagreements

Sometimes it can get hard to read his expressions, so it’s important you both learn to communicate a lot to keep the relationship healthy! He’s actually really good at voicing his thoughts and opinions well once he has the space to do so

Values reciprocation

Will do aegyo to make you blush or sway things in his favor. And then will proceed to hide his face immediately after

please he is Adorable

You’re his hype man. He will also then get super shy, but loves every single second of it. Secretly wants you to hype him up nonstop

I think he secretly really enjoys words of affirmation as his primary love language (receiving).

Compliments can be a little rare from him, so when he does compliment you, you know he really means it!! 

And he will roast you

Sometimes, he has his fun by occasionally starting some verbal sparring followed by intense making up. 

Like he’ll choose a topic and say something so wild about it just to see your expression. Pushes your buttons a little before either one of you has to shut the other up through a make out session or a bet

Just very trustworthy, loyal, loving and faithful as a whole uwu

NSFW after this

With that being said, he’s a switch

I don’t see power play being as big of deal for him tbh, he likes to go with the flow with what you both feel like during the moment

literally his preference to dom or sub may actually depend on you and the dynamic of the relationship

when he’s dom, he’s soft or hard depending on the mood as well

but ngl I’m leaning on that hard dom agenda

Sex with him can start out a bit vanilla at first

He’s so careful and wants you to be comfy :’)

But give it a few rounds and lots of communication, his kinky ass will take over

Takes a lot of joy in pleasing you, and can take this to an extreme where he just wants to watch you cum again and again and again from his touch

Um can be a bit of a sadist 

Type to ask you if it hurts while overstimulating you and says “good” when you moan in affirmation 

Secretly has a thing to see you cry 

Also really likes edging

He likes driving you so desperate to the point you’re begging him to let you cum

As you’re reaching and moaning for him he’ll say in a teasing tone “oh really, what do you want? You want my cock? Hm? Is that it?” 

Just to hear your pleady whines

That mocking tone will send shivers down anyone’s spine 

Oh My God you cannot tell me he won’t have a degradation kink (giving)

Also the type to be like “use your words” while he’s going down on you and then proceed to suck your clit extra hard, making you unable to form coherent sounds through your loud moans. It then becomes his excuse to edge you for yet another round because you didn’t use your words, did you?

Whew, anyways

Grab onto his biceps while he rails into you and notice how they flex underneath you as he starts pounding harder in response

Likes to show off his gains by pushing you up against a wall 

Also likes it when you top him

Likes hearing you really vocal, even though he’s more on the quieter side when he isn’t dirty talking

Usually just groans when hitting an extra sensitive spot or when you give a particularly good blowjob that day

Likes having you go down on him as foreplay, but prefers penetration as an end goal

Into the classic missionary and launchpad positions so he can see your expression clearly as he overstimulates/edges you

Likes seeing you look up at him through those teary eyes <3

But also very into doggy style

Likes fucking you into the sheets in general, so any position adjacent to that is on his favorites list

um his fingering game is so strong

In the mornings, likes slowly fucking you from behind while spooning you so he can also grab onto your tits or play with your clit

His end goal always is to make you feel so fucking good, it just manifests differently than service tops like Seonghwa or Yunho

Very private about your sex life and not into public sex at all

Possessive in that way. Only he can touch you like that, see you like that, hear your moans like that, etc

Likes hearing you confirm that 

“Only I can make you scream like this”

“Who fucks you this good, huh?”

“C’mon, say it louder.” 

Has one hell of a degradation kink (giving) me thinks

Likes it when you talk back, lowkey likes brat taming when he’s in a dom mood

But does like teasing you in public and keeping it like that until you both find a bedroom, gets off on the idea of you both having to hide your neediness in public

Very little people expect that from just seeing you both together in regular settings 

But little do they know despite the two of you innocently sitting together eating brunch with the team, leaving a few inches for jesus, y’all just had the freakiest sex before getting there. Like you’re literally shifting around in your seat as the soreness kicks in, and Yeosang is smirking ever so slightly at your discomfort

Will rest a heavy head on your upper thigh for a few seconds, brushing his pinky finger against your clothed clit through the thin fabric of your outfit, as he reaches for the bread basket 

Likes hearing that little gasp leaving your lips

Knows he’s leaving you very frustrated and will use that to his advantage later

The whole time, he has the most innocent, fair expression on his face

when he’s a sub tho?

similar vibes. wants you to feel good. 

Still wants to dirty talk, but it’s far more subservient now

one quick way to get him into subspace

if you push him far enough, then he’s so pouty and clingy and fucking cute

It’s so rare to see him like this but always such a treat

favorite positions is to have you ride him and he’ll play with your tits

or he’s still fucking you into the sheets but you are 100% in control

Just imagine him all whiny and teary as he fucks into you, begging you to let him cum as your clench your walls purposely around him, making him yelp as he tries to still his shaking thighs to wait for your signal

actually can be quite obedient as a sub

truly will do his best to be your good boy 

Anyways, aftercare is pretty good with him. He’s very caring and gentle and checks in a lot with you (he better, usually he fucks quite a few rounds out of you)

If he’s fucked out tho, make sure he is also taken care of! As a sub, he follows your orders so well so he’ll probably fall asleep so fast after intensely cumming for the nth time 

At the very least wipes you both down clean with a warm washcloth and kisses you to sleep

Likes spooning you at the end :’)

give him his cuddles </3

masterlist

[najatheangel]

ship (not who they represent, who you assign them romantically) ur mooties w/ bts if you haven’t already!! 💖💗💖💗

Y’all just can’t get enough of my tag moots games huh? Jk I love these of course I can do that for you. Also sorry if these reasons seem very bad, but this was based off of how well I know my moots. 😊

[💜]Kim Seokjin:

@aquamoonchaii - Both similar in personality and adores the people around them so I can imagine you both sticking together like glue. The cheerleader couple that's supporting their "kids."

@melonmochimoon - Both similar aesthetic, visually stunning, and perfectly balanced together. The married couple everyone inspires to be.

[💜]Min Yoongi:

@purplepsycho03 - Can make the perfect business and romantic partners together. Also can imagine you two becoming a big inspiration for each other's work. Beyonce and Jay-z vibes if you ask me.

@gangsta-dragon - Another hard-working duo. Can also imagine Suga trying to make moves by holding hands with you or offering his seat to you when you crowded at a public event. Treats you like a queen.

@emuava - Can imagine you two understand standing what the other person is thinking without saying anything. Can also imagine heavy physical and emotional attraction for each other.

[💜]Jung Hoseok:

@fairyjunn - The sunshine and sunflower just shine individually, but together instantly makes everyone's mood 10x better.

@mochiable - I can imagine him breaking you out of your shell and trying new experiences with you like riding bikes or baking cookies. You would also help him calm down when he’s having his bad days.

[💜]Kim Namjoon:

@soleilsuhh - Would make amazing song lyrics together because y’all have such amazing minds and would come up with the best concepts. Savage together, but also very lovey dovey.

@kpopsnowball - Another Namjin dynamic where your both the married couple that loves to tease each other and have fun together. Your the only one that can make him laugh the most.

[💜]Park Jimin:

@ermbabyel - Very supportive and sweet to each other. Can imagine him following you around and clinging in to you when he’s hanging out with you and the rest of the members.

@madeofsaltiness - Your best friend and your lover. The way your personalities would mesh also your both visually look incredible together. You would also cause some trouble together.

@neptunehobi - Very flirty vibes, but also very chaotic. I can imagine him trying to argue with you playfully and then tease you the next minute.

[💜]Kim Taehyung:

@bigbrainenergytingz - Sis y’all are just too crackheaded, but it somewhat balances out because he’s more on the mellow side. You bring out his inner child while he brings out your inner peace.

@rr0zu - Expensive, but ride or die vibes. Visually powerful together and fashion icons. Traveling around the world together.

[💜]Jeon Jungkook:

@jaesspresso - Taehyung is another good match, but I chose Jungkook because y’all would be dangerous in a good way together. He would be crushing so hard for you and would enjoy spending a lot of time with you.

@amazingwriter101 - The true maknae couple. Both very shy around each other, but he’s the perfect slow burn romance that’s worth it in the end. Another couple that’ll be traveling a lot and take lots of cute photos together.

sorry if I forgot anybody, I didn't realize I have so many moots. if you want one too feel free to send one and I'll make sure to send one for you. 😅✨

[whumpinggrounds]

Care for, Cuddle, Crush

some much-needed jamie/isabella caretaking fluff feat. isabella pretending she doesn’t know she’s in love with her babysitter <3

tagging @shapeshiftersandfire and @killtheprotagonist - as per usual lmk for adding/removing and also shoutout to y’all i’m sure you were not aware just how much content you were signing up for lol oops

CW: general BBU warning, pet whump, lady whump, power dynamics, awkward caretaker

When Jamie comes through the door, Isabella springs to her feet, but it doesn’t feel like her training that’s urging her up. She’s been waiting all day, and she’s used to waiting all day, but this is different, somehow. This feels special. The smile on Jamie’s face sends warmth all through Isabella, and for a moment the two just grin at each other, quietly, shyly. Jamie rocks from her heels to the balls of her feet and back again. “Can I…can I hug you?” she asks it hopefully, and Isabella just bites her lip and nods, quick and decisive. Jamie takes a few steps forward, hands held out.

The next second Isabella is in Jamie’s arms, and before she can think better of it, Isabella’s arms come up to hold Jamie back. Her heart does a funny kind of stutter in her chest, and she hangs on tighter, tighter, pressing her face against Jamie’s chest. One of Jamie’s hand comes up to rub Isabella’s back, and Isabella melts. It’s been – it’s been – she doesn’t know how long it’s been since she’s been held like this. Too long. However long it’s been, it’s been too long.

After a few moments, Jamie sets her hands gently on Isabella’s shoulders, pushes her back just a little to look Isabella in the face. “Doing good?” she asks softly, and Isabella doesn’t really want to meet Jamie’s eyes, feels shaky and shy, but she makes herself do it anyway, because she knows Jamie won’t touch her again until she knows Isabella’s okay.

“Yeah.” Her voice comes out small but sure. “Yeah, um…I…I like that.” Resting her eyes on the bottom half of Jamie’s face, Isabella watches her smile, watches her swallow.

“Should we get dinner started?”

Isabella’s less hungry than she usually is because she actually ate lunch today, remembering that Jamie allows that. Besides, this holding – this is much better than eating. Biting her lip, she dares to shake her head, rocks forward just a little against Jamie’s hands on her shoulders. The redhead smiles, tucks a lock of hair behind Isabella’s ear, and the brush of her knuckles against Isabella’s cheek makes the boxgirl catch her breath. She leans into Jamie’s knuckles, chasing her hand, and the woman gets a tentative, pensive look on her face.

“Want to, um…” Jamie hitches her shoulders in a hesitant shrug. “Want to sit on the couch for a bit? We can…can cuddle?” Jamie’s face goes red just with the asking. “If that’s, um, something you want to-”

She shouldn’t cut Jamie off, she really shouldn’t. Isabella wouldn’t, if she were a good pet, but she just nods, nods before Jamie’s done talking, before the words even make sense. She steps forward to, into Jamie, bumping against her. Isabella does want. She wants.

One hand resting lightly on her shoulder, Jamie leads her over to the couch. Jamie sits first and looks up at Isabella with hope in her face. Her voice is tentative. “You don’t…we don’t have to…if you changed your mind…”

There are a thousand calculations running through Isabella’s mind. How close she wants to sit, and how close she can sit, and how close it’s right for her to sit, and what Jamie wants, and what Miss Mara would want, and-and-and-

She sits down, right next to Jamie, almost in Jamie’s lap, and she leans against her, and Jamie puts an arm around her and holds her there, tight and warm and safe.

It’s not enough. It’s not enough, and Isabella shouldn’t be thinking like that, but she wants. She wants. She presses against Jamie, leans into her hard enough to tip the redhead a little to the side. “Okay,” Jamie says softly, though Isabella isn’t using her words. “Okay.”

Jamie explains what she’s going to do, asks about it at every turn even though talking about it turns her face red. She explains everything in a careful, friendly tone, and she tells Isabella a thousand times she doesn’t have to, and sometimes she won’t move until Isabella responds. It all makes Isabella so impatient that the girl wants to scream.

With glacial slowness and way too much talking, Jamie lies back on the couch, against the arm of it, and Isabella lies down next to her, against her, almost a little on top of her. She wraps an arm around Jamie’s waist, and Jamie answers in kind – one arm around Isabella’s waist, the other cradling Isabella’s head against her chest. There are tears in Isabella’s eyes, though she doesn’t know why. Isabella can’t remember the last time she felt so safe, so held; she can hardly breathe with the feeling. Miss Mara hugs her, Miss Mara touches her, Miss Mara takes Isabella to bed with her, even, but she doesn’t know if Miss Mara’s ever held her like this. It feels like something in Isabella has cracked, come loose. In training, they made sure she liked touching, loved it, craved it, but most of the time Miss Mara prefers to sit apart, and her owner’s desire are far more important than a pet’s. When Jamie holds her, it feels like a drink after being thirsty so long she’d forgotten she was thirsty at all. It feels like relief long after she’d thought to seek it out. It feels…it feels…well, it doesn’t even always feel huge and exciting and lifechanging. It just feels good. It just feels right.

If Isabella were harder, smarter, less naïve, she’d make herself rigid. She’d remember her few awful days of Romantic training, and she’d face the fact that Jamie will want more than this. That has to be it. Isabella knows it even as she rejects it, feels the creeping dread in the pit of her stomach as Jamie brushes her fingers idly through Isabella’s hair. The Box Babe shuts her eyes and rests her head on Jamie’s chest, unable to resist the feeling of being held. She hangs onto that feeling for now, for as long as it lasts, willfully ignoring the horror that must be coming. The dread can’t kindle, can’t catch, not when she feels so warm and so held and so safe. Isabella might be stupid for it, but at least, in this moment, she’s happy.

Minutes pass and no horror comes. Jamie doesn’t seem to want more than this. The girls just lie there, fully clothed, holding each other. “Good?” Jamie asks, one last time, and the sound of her raspy voice makes Isabella smile into Jamie’s shirt.

“Good,” Isabella whispers, and means it. 

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There’s been a weird feeling in Isabella’s stomach all day. Squirrely, warm, it makes it hard for her to sit. It makes her want to pace. She keeps throwing herself down on the couch and then bouncing back up. She keeps staring at the clock. She keeps thinking about Jamie.

Isabella tells herself it’s okay because she used to think about Miss Mara like this – still thinks about Miss Mara like this, of course, of course. Back when Miss Mara was the only person she knew, she thought about Miss Mara all the time – what her owner did all day, and what made her happy, and what she might want Isabella to do differently. And she still thinks about that, all the time. Miss Mara’s her owner, after all. Miss Mara’s her world and keeping her happy has grown to be a higher and higher stakes game.

Jamie is…something else. Jamie is outside the world, something new and strange and completely unexpected. Isabella doesn’t think about what she can do for Jamie, she thinks about what she can say to her. Little nothing stories about her day that, which she knows will make Jamie smile. The way the redhead looks when she smiles. The way her calloused fingers feel on Isabella’s skin. Her raspy voice, her sudden, startled laugh. Isabella thinks and thinks and thinks about Jamie.

She’s not like Miss Mara and she’s not like the handlers. She’s softer and she’s kinder and she doesn’t punish Isabella, not ever. She doesn’t yell or roll her eyes or even sigh when Isabella’s being stupid. She’s patient. She’s kind. She always asks Isabella what she wants – always. It’s nothing, really. But it feels like something.

Rolling over on the couch to bury her face in a pillow, Isabella chides herself internally, trying hard to mean it. It’s only been…well, it’s really only been a few days, that Isabella’s spent with Jamie, so she could still be wrong. She needs to hang onto that, needs to remember that she’s just a pet and anything could happen to her, anytime. She needs to be ready, always.

With Jamie, that gets harder and harder to remember.

At eight pm, Jamie will be home again. Or, not home, not for Jamie, but Jamie will be here. Will be back. Will be with Isabella. The thought makes Isabella smile to herself as she paces around the apartment.

She’s not supposed to think that way. She knows she isn’t, though she’s not sure why exactly. It’s not disloyalty, not exactly, because Miss Mara still rules her world and always will. Jamie just…fascinates her. Has some new hold on her that Miss Mara doesn’t. Something feels wrong about it, secret, vaguely illicit. But there’s nothing in Isabella, or her training that knows how to stop. And even if she could…Isabella doesn’t think she’d want to.

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matchup: #1 - hq boy w/ an extroverted fem reader!

—a/n: wow im genuinely so sorry for taking so long. literally school is ruining my life and i also um,, haven’t been doing the best this past month. i really hope this makes up for it !! it’s kinda long so my bad...also this is NOT proofread lol i apologize if it sucks aaaa.

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hello @/meremoomoo ! you are so cute and tysm for being patient about ur request. i debated who you would go well with for a while, but in the end i came up with...

SUGAWARA KŌSHI!

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#SUGA: “YOU’RE PERFECT JUST THE WAY YOU ARE!”

#Y/N: “THANK YOU KŌSHI :].”

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☆ SUGA IS PERFECT FOR YOU, AND HERE IS WHY—

PERSONALITY TYPE:

suga has a personality type of INFJ, which compliments your ENFP personality type well.

“...you may benefit from perseverance in this relationship. your sensitive, sympathetic nature may at times overtake you, leading you to make decisions that feel right but are not really the wisest option. this person, whose approach seems so cold at times, can help you to tune into your powers of objective reasoning and ensure that you are not letting emotions rule your life.” —some website i found

while INFJs are not the most compatible with ESFPs, your other personality type, wonderful things can still come out of INFJ/ESFP dynamics! 

“your differences mean that you actually have a lot to offer one another. your counterpart may inspire you to slow down and think more deeply about the meaning of things, rather than just doing what feels right in the moment. in turn, you can help them to get out of their heads and enjoy life for what it is.” —some website i found

HOW YOU GUYS MET:

sugawara and you did not start off on the right foot at first...

the two of you were in the same class and sat very close to each other so he decided that he really wanted to get to know you.

he also just really likes becoming friends w/ people lol

since you were always laughing loudly with your friends during break time, he deduced that you had a good sense of humor.

he decided that jokes seemed like the right way to get to your heart win you over!

easy enough, right?

wrong.

apparently, he had caught you on a bad day because his attempts to be friendly were not received well. at all.

poor suga.

he does his best to be kind to everybody, but at the same time, he does love to poke fun at others. he probably took one of his jokes too far or something?

or maybe you really were just having a bad day?

who knows.

anyways, after that awkward encounter, he did his best to avoid you.

it’s not that he hated you, it’s just that he thought you hated him. it sort of bummed him out because you seemed cool, but he wanted to be respectful of your feelings!

*sorry it’s not enemies to lovers, but it’s close enough i hope ?

HOW HE DISCOVERED HE LIKED YOU:

the class had finished testing early, so the teacher decided to put on a movie.

AND FOR SOME UNKNOWN REASON THE MOVIE WAS OLD YELLER?!!?!?

(basically it’s just an incredibly depressing dog movie. like, if you’ve never seen it then just imagine the saddest movie you’ve ever seen 10x)

anyways, you ended up crying. very loudly.

sugawara was incredibly concerned for you, since you seemed to be genuinely distraught, but he didn’t say anything

eventually, the teacher caught on to your disarray and excused you from the room so you could go calm yourself down.

after some time, the teacher tells suga to go check up on you to make sure ur not dead or whatever lol (you were taking a while).

he was hesitant to do this since he knew you weren’t too fond of him, but suga decides to do it anyways since he didn’t want to be a disobedient student.

he finds you sitting on a bench with tears streaming down your face

and MAN!!

all at once, suga gets this overwhelming urge to make you feel better. but like, as in, he-never-wants-to-see-you-in-this-kind-of-state again-otherwise-he-might-breakdown kind of urse.

despite not being super close to you, he had gotten so used to your large smiles and extroverted demeanor, that watching you cry felt foreign to him.

he missed your smile.

he soon realizes that seeing you upset hurts him because he genuinely cares about your well-being.

so he decides to make it his personal mission to make you smile again.

suga takes the spot next to you voicelesslyand tries his best to talk you through your dismay.

you don’t seem to mind the company, and to his delight you don’t seem to hate him as much as he thought you did!!

suga is very grateful for this

anyways, he manages to cheer you up, and the tips of your lips turn up into a small grin—just like he wanted them to.

AND BOY OH BOY WHEN THEY DO!!

whew this man’s heart skips a BEAT baby and he is lowkey spiraling lol he’s so confused like why is this girl’s smile making me feel some type of way

he had been so focused on what you thought about him, but he had never once stopped to consider what he thought about you (until this very moment, of course).

turns out suga was incredibly fond of you

yeah, that’s how he knew.

suga brain go brr 4 pretti girl

HOW HE CONFESSES:

you two had been hanging out more frequently as of late

and getting to know you was only making suga‘s crush grow EXPONENTIALLY

after many nights spent in long contemplation, he came to the conclusion that it was time to ‘man-up’ and just rip off the band-aid that was being honest about his feelings.

he buys a single flower (tanaka’s advice) and waits by your locker

very very simple and sweet confession typa beat :(

literally SO nervous pls help . he’s scratching the back of his neck and holding the flower out to you with a slight twinge in his cheeks.

“y/n...i know you weren’t too fond of me at first, but i...i don’t know i think we’re great together! and now that we hang out and stuff i was thinking that maybe we could-“

yeah you cut the poor boy off and said yes to put him out of his misery.

literally verbally celebrates when you accept his flower. does a lil victory dance and everything.

ugh yall r so cute.

AFTER HE CONFESSES:

YOU GUYS GET TOGETHER INSTANTLY WOOOOOO

somehow the most wholesome and chaotic couple to ever exist???

you guys spend like every waking moment together it’s adorable

noya and tanaka would jokingly hit on you and suga would pretend to be actually jealous.

i hc him as being a somewhat possessive-y boyfriend so do w that what you will

total best friend kind of lover but he’s also a sweetheart and rlly romantic + respectful abt ur needs:(

y’all r super comfy w each other !!

WHAT HE LOVES ABOUT YOU:

sugawara is usually the kind of person that’s always there for other people so he appreciates the fact that you’re the same way! you guys bond over your shared therapist/mom-friend tendencies, and quickly become the support systems you so desperately needed prior to getting together.

he’s there to listen to you about your problems and vice versa.

he adores how you can meet and sometimes even exceed his energy. it’s a nice change of pace since he usually gets scolded by daichi. </3

thinks it’s cute how much you care for animals! you’ll often find him staring at you in wonder as you pet a random dog on the street lol.

MISC HEADCANONS:

will spend hours on end watching you play video games on FaceTime. after a while, he ended up buying his own console and now you guys play together!

he’s fairly competitive, and will whine whenever you destroy beat him in a game!

he’s so cute pls

one of his favorite things to do after a long day is sit and play slower paced games such as minecraft and animal crossing with you.

whether it’s about your fav historical monument or about a new show you saw, suga will listen to you talk for hours and never get bored. usually he’s always got something to add to the convo though. sometimes you guys get overly excited together and end up speaking over each other in the same way.!

is INCREDIBLE at getting you to calm down?? like, if you ever need to be put in your place, suga knows exactly what to say to do it. does this make sense? lol. you guys have big ying and yang energy sometimes i feel.

you’re his BIGGEST supporter. whenever he’s put into games, you’re always the LOUDEST one cheering him one.

it really touches him to know that you’ll always be there to root for him!! even mr.refreshing gets down sometimes, so it’s incredible to have someone as positive as you by his side constantly reassuring him.

he’s a big animal person as well so you guys like going to volunteer at shelters together!

this was actually your second date HAHA.

if a dog is within a 40 ft radius from y’all, it is almost guaranteed that you guys will sprint to go pet them.

since you’re both athletic, you guys help each other practice sports together! suga’ll throw u soft toss and help you run drills and hype u up before games. & you’ll help him work on his technique and such <33.

y’all totally gossip together wow. you said you were a bit on the meaner side of the spectrum and lowkey he doesn’t mind AT ALL. he lives for it HAHAHAHA.

he literally thinks you’re stunning so it upsets him whenever you get insecure, but he’s always got the right thing to say to cheer you up! genuinely just,,,, so good with his words. if you’re having a bad night, he’s ready to come to your rescue with a gentle smile and funny one-liner and maybe a documentary if you’re lucky enough.

in his eyes, everything about you is beautiful. your hair. your freckles. your body. your laugh. your smile. everything!! he’s going to do whatever it takes for you to love yourself in the same way he loves you.

this man so whipped smh 🙄🙄

tl;dr: suga thinks you hate him. you don’t. you start hanging out. he confesses to you by the lockers. you start dating. you are infinitely better at gaming than he is and will never let him forget it.

YOUR ANTHEMS (in no particular order):

darling by christian leave

pleasantries (with your lover) by mustard service

upside down by jack johnson

sunflower, vol.6 by harry styles

what do you like in me? by nasty cherry

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“The Gamblers” and Dean’s Growth

What am I supposed to talk about for the next month and a half?  Jokes on y’all it’s still gonna be Supernatural.

Did I write an essay about Dean?  Sure did.

Let’s talk about something that I know a lot of people have talked about throughout the season, and I find like super fascinating, and that’s the Dean/Chuck dynamic.  I read a really interesting post about how Chuck feels about Dean, almost a sort of “writer falls for their character” type of deal, which is just so interesting, and something that I would read books on if people would let me.

This whole thing about Chuck “neutralizing” their “powers” (which, I’m in the camp that Chuck didn’t really neutralize these luck powers that they have, more just made them super fucking unlucky for a change, and it’s much more about Chuck fucking with him than him “staying out of it”) is that it even works on interrogations.  We saw last week that Sam can’t just pull the puppy dog look and get someone to spill their guts to him, so when Dean puts on his charm and gets the waitress to talk, it jumped out at me enough to mention here.

Why is it, when Sam’s go-to tactic to get info doesn’t work, that Dean’s does?  Clearly, he’s not immune to Chuck’s fuckery (hence the lactose intolerance and 19 cavities), but why does this particular thing get to stay?  Are we supposed to believe that, while Dean can charm anyone anywhere, Sam can’t?  It really jumped out at me that Dean could get info out of this girl with his charm when Sam couldn’t get info out of the werewolf with his puppy dog face, almost like Chuck picked and chose what they got to keep and what they didn’t.  Could be a little bit of a reach, but that’s how it came across to me.

Dean and that cowboy kink was all I could think about the whole time he was playing that guy in the bar too lmao.

REALLY enjoyed the boys, despite not having any luck or any kind of extra “strength” are heroes no matter what.  I mean, we all knew that, but to have it said when they’re at a low point, to have a goddess change her mind about the operation she’s running because Sam and Dean would rather lose all their luck than leave a bunch of innocent people to die?  That’s some good nice CLASSIC SPN right there and I enjoyed the HELL out of it.

ALSO “Don’t play his game, make him play yours.” Like hello???????  What a GREAT line and just like throws us right directly into Team Free Will 2.0 so perfectly?????

So like.  That last scene huh?  TFW 2.0 back together again?  Also them PARALLELS between Dean going straight for Cas when he came back from the Empty in 13x05 and Sam going straight for Jack in this episode?  P O E T I C.

But what got me, what really got me, is Dean.  Dean, who was hell-bent on killing Jack at the end of last season, who was so angry at Jack, at Cas, for what happened to Mary.  He is so...soft here.  So soft, not hugging Jack, but holding his face, really looking at him, trying to make sure, without a shadow of a doubt that this is Jack, their Jack, Jack with his soul intact, brought back to them.  And the best part is, he can’t tell, so he looks at Cas, and asks Cas without words to confirm it, and Cas’ face says, as clearly as if he were actually saying it “trust me, this is Jack.”  And Dean does, with that little smile Cas gives him, he trusts him. 

There are a lot of little things in this episode that show just how much Dean has grown, how much he’s changed since we met him in season 1.  Dean is so smart, so unlike the macho guy he used to pretend to be.  It’s okay that he’s not good at everything, that Sam is better at some things, he’s proud of that.  It’s okay that Sam takes the lead in the pool game.  It’s okay that he is who he is.  That’s okay.  He’s not a beach read, he’s Tolstoy.  And, a recent development, he trusts when someone he loves says something.  We saw it with Sam in 15x09, when he said he believed what Chuck had shown him was actually their future, and Dean didn’t argue, he simply said “okay” and moved on.  He trusted Sam there, just like he trusted Cas about Jack in this episode.

Pretty much every episode this season, we’ve seen that Dean is not who he was when he was 26.  He reads Tolstoy, he’s great at pool, he loves scratch offs (even if he never wins them), and, most importantly, he trusts.  That little look between Dean and Cas was so small, so soft, so intensely trusting and domestic and intimate, I don’t think I’m ever going to be over it tbh.

[gothwarlocks]

NSFW OC Game

Tagged by @raven-of-domain-kwaad, thank you!! 🥰

Tagging: @kyber-heart, @alexithemandalorian, @sentinelapologist, @blueburds, @clonethoughts and anyone else who’d like to. 🤠

TW for some nsfw subject matter and kink discussion to be safe. I omitted a couple things from some of the questions without changing them, if that’s alright (like, gendered terms that sounded odd or felt limiting, to me.)

Tag your OC that is a wild Happy Top. That one oc that happily shares their love with anyone.

This is totally Azmodai. He’s very happy to top, experienced enough to deliver, and knows this combination is a commodity lol. He’s also just a fairly kind person that likes to listen and cater to his partners’ needs before his own, something I think dom tops should always do. ☺️

Lorn and Azzy are an item, by the way, but they’ve got an open relationship. They are just each others’ primaries. Something I always forget to mention!!

Tag your OC that has the KINKIEST MIND. And I don’t mean the most massive kink. I mean that OC that is into A LOT OF STUFF.

My sorcerer that I don’t talk about enough, Andras. They are pretty out there. They’ve dabbled in everything from bondage to blood play to using the Force in less-than-intended ways. The way they perceive their body as a thing they possess to mold to their will leads them to experiment in many ways with various partners. They enjoy feeling out their limits and pushing beyond them. 👀

Valen’tin is a close second, though. He has a similar relationship with kink and his body and mind.

Tag your OC that carries a pillow around just so someone makes them BITE IT. Your ultra-super-mega bottom/sub OC.

I feel like he’d protest being branded as a pillow-biter but this is so Lev lol. He’s a tough as nails bastard and doesn’t really exude what most people are accustomed to with sub bottoms, but boy is he ever lol. He just needs the right man to blow his back out 😌❤️

Tag your OC that would make GOD their BITCH. The top dog. The top bitch. The dom to dom them all.

Azmodai doesn’t have that kind of aspiration. Kyr’ilsaar, though... 🙈 I mean everyone reading this on my page should know by now that that man gets off on power dynamics and asserting himself as the “top dog”. It’s a product of him feeling belittled and smaller than the legacy of his father and the Sith that conspired against him. Kyr lives out some of that fantasy in the bedroom. 🤷🏻‍♂️

Tag your OC that makes rocks cry. The little one that likes cuddles and being pet. The one you gotta be gentle with because they are so soft.

Ylan! Next question.

Tag the OC that flips you over. That shy one that makes you think you are in charge and later ties you up and gags you.

Andras again! For context, they’re a vers bottom (and I guess a switch, but it’s conditional). I’m going to rerun the entire game on a clone of them soon so you’ll see them much more but just know that they are...funny. 😏 They would totally get a kick out of pulling stunts like this. I’m sure they’ve fucked some moff in this manner slkdjlsdk 🥵

Tag your MOST endowed OC. That OC who WILL break you just with COCK.

Y’all got me it’s Azmodai 😔 and for some extra lore, he has a golden frenum piercing because I think they’re neat and he would be extra enough to have one to match his gold nipple piercings.

Runner-up is Valen’tin!!

Tag your tiniest OC. That OC that is a sweet piece of cuteness. But that has a body so flexible that they can easily take the last OC

Not exactly a tiny, but Lorn fits this category. Though still strong, he’s a smaller-set man (~5′6″) and a perfect fit for Azmodai (~6′2″) 😩

Tag your OC with the MOST sensitive Body. That OC that can’t have a massage without moaning. The OC that goes wild just from kisses.

Valen’tin 🙈 but in all seriousness. He’s someone with a history of trauma and hardships so genuinely tender feelings and gestures can get him off as well as rougher interactions.

Tag your OC that has the WEIRDEST KINK.

Aw I wouldn’t call a kink weird even if it crossed my mind. Kink exists as something outside of the mainstream and kind of depends on its taboo-ness to function because a lot of it can be about the subversion of it. Anyway if I must give an answer, maybe I could give a few that are less popular?

Andras: Knife and blood play (general edge play), size kink (for partners larger than them), (very careful) Force lightning

Kyr’ilsaar: Force use (especially choking), orgasm denial, praise kink (latter two aren’t that weird but he gets off on being pissed off and worshipped which is...fun lol)

Lev’rani: public sex (and specifically the fear of being caught--I forgot the term..)

Tag your most VANILLA OC.

This is an evil question. I don’t think Any of my toons are vanilla, but if I am forced to comply here: the least adventurous is probably... Ylan. He IS your typical Pillow Princess Twink.

Tag your OC with the largest collection of SEX TOYS.

sldkjflkj LORN 🥵 I don’t even know why that was such an early established thing for him but I’ve always thought “yeah he’d be the type”

[that-was-anticlimactic]

16, 17, 18 for the ask thing?

hello, hun! thank you for indulging me<333

16. What is your favorite trope(s) in fanfiction? so i already answered this one (enemies to lovers / hanahaki), but i have so many favorites that i could probably talk about this for awhile! this time, i’m going to go with either found family or angst. i have a found family and a jar of angst sticker on my laptop, and if you’ve read my stuff, you can probably tell i am a HUGE fan of angst! i think when it comes to angst, i just love the potential it has in (okay, this’ll make me sound like a horrible person but i only like this in writing oiuyghui) hurting someone and seeing what happens? there’s so much potential, and it doesn’t have to be just violence, breaking someone mentally is there, hurting relationships... it gives you a chance to be in their shoes and think critically what is a reasonable / in character reaction for this character? and that’s one of my favorite things to consider and analyze when writing (plus, angst means you get to make the other characters worry about said character and that’s always fun)!

when it comes to found family, i just love the dynamic potentials. for atla, i love exploring the friendship betweem Suki and Aang (which there is going to be a LOT of in chapter two of there’s a beauty in the fall which i am so genuinely excited to share (!) as well as the potential between Sokka and Mai, Katara and Toph, Zuko and Ty Lee... etc... ! it’s also giving these kiddos some therapy, which is always nice. i think i also really like this trope because i am a HUGE my little pony: friendship is magic fan, and friendship is something so wonderful and hard and complex and just all around a great thing in life. i study the friendship lessons from mlp for fun all the time and do my best to apply them to situations in life, and i find that writing them out through fanfiction is helpful (see my series sunlight and storms lol, not to be like read my stuff, i just feel passionately about applying these friendship lessons and which ones would fit the gaang members + Azula, Mai, and Ty Lee best!)

17. If you were a bender, which element would you control?

so, i, personally, think i would be a nonbender, and that isn’t just because my top two atla characters are Sokka and Yue and my favorite LoK character is Varrick (i will die on Varrick hill, y’all). i just... i can’t really see myself as a bender? i think i, personally, am able to see life in a nonbending perspective, and i often feel that being a nonbender is wielding the power of words more than anything; the power of the mind. i think that’s my strong suit. not that i’m like, a super smart person, but words are kind of my thing iuybhtfgdhyhuji

if i were to be a bender, though, i think i would be a firebender. i have the passion and i know that i’m serious enough to learn how to control my inner flame. i’m also ginger which like, always gives me firebender vibes, but i digress. i think fire suits my personality and the way that i think and work best, as well as fits my defensive mechanisms (aside form nonbending, haha!)

18. If you were a warrior, what would be your weapon of choice?

i have also already answered this, but i am more than willing to again because this is a cool question! i think i would wield a spear! i think the motion of spears is what really sticks out to me. it’s large enough that i won’t be afraid of losing it or cutting myself with it, but it’s also thin and can be used for many things, i think. whenever i pictured myself with a weapon (and this is including whenever i pictured myself in the ninjago universe lol), i always saw myself with a spear! it works for long distance and short distance fighting, which is also a huge plus!

oops i wrote probably more than you were expecting... i love analysis, what can i say heh heh <3

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[froppywrites]

could I get a bnha matchup pretty please? 21 y/o afab androgynous enby, long+super thick and wavy dark red hair, sharp almost black eyes. loves to wear makeup but is also a total bro, has a lot of tattoos and piercings. loves to cook, play video games, and paint. super flaky and scared of commitment (total sagittarius) but willing to try it for someone who is understanding. sassy to a fault, sill roast a mfer 24/7 but also defend them to the death bc I'ma ride or die bicth. chaotic neutral

hello fellow sagittarius, mod cer speaking. we are quite similar haha. enjoy!

I MATCH YOU WITH YAMADA HIZASHI!

- i think you two would have enough similar personality traits and enough opposing ones to form an interesting dynamic! he respects you a lot in that sense

- he thinks you’re really cool, both in attitude and how you look!

- i think you two would get along great as a best friend type of relationship before getting into an actual relationship. you’re a bit younger than him, but he’d probably say he likes the spunk of the younger generation or something stupid like that

- he wont understand the commitment issues but he’ll try to work through them with you! he’s a loud guy but he wont mind taking it slow for you, he like syou that much

- he likes that you’re a bro but also not a bro? it’s a vibe he can seriously get with

- would probably let you pick a tattoo for him one day

- i think he’d love you roasting people!! finds it hilarious, even if it ends up being directed at him. he laughs so loudly at them he almost bursts your eardrums 

- let me just say, he loves your whole look? it’s something he’ll always like and admire. he probably never thought he’d be with someone who has the tattoos and the piercings but he’s not regretting it. he loves them all individually.

- cooking wars would be common between you two? i don’t know how good of a cook he is, honestly, but he’s competitive so i think he’d want to try to beat you at it. but you always win. because you’re great at cooking

- y’all look like a power couple and the media loves u two 

[space-whalesharks]

More nonsense but in that last Mandalorian recap I realized I gave the barely-a-fic I’ve been doing a plot hole, and even if three of y’all care I fixed it bc my writing brain is finally, finally working again. Behold, the worst summary: 

Refusal of the Call

In which Din has a request, and Raza and Cobb share a brain cell with different degrees of success in its usage. 

Din stared across the table at Raza and Cobb, trying to figure out just how to present the thing he had been hesitating to ask the last few hours. Din had bitten the bullet and  returned to Mos Pelgo after the speeder debacle so the speeder could get repaired and he could get some rest so he wasn’t caught as unawares again. But now he was about to depart so he intended to ask at the last minute so there could be less damage. For all involved.  It has been nice enough, he could admit, but the sight in front of him made him think back on the last thought he had about the dynamic, and well, now that everything had calmed down and he could make clear connections, well, there was something obvious staring him in the face. He turned his attention to Raza. “I need you to do me a favor.”

Her smile was immediate, kind. “Sure. What do you have in mind?” 

“I need you to take the kid.” 

She beamed. “You  got it,” she looked at The Child. “How about that, Little One? You stay here with Aunt Raz and Uncle Cobb when your daddy goes off to do something dangerous?” she looked at Din. “For how long? Couple of days?”

“As long as you can take him. Life, if you can.”

Her response was immediate. Her smile dropped instantaneously: “No!” 

It was matched perfectly with Cobb’s incredulous “What?!” and even the Child made a squeak that sounded stunned and offended. 

Din sighed. “He’s… somehow a Jedi. He needs to be with his people-“

“Mando, I’m not his people. I’ve only known one of his kind and -“

Din started to stand at the comment, completely forgetting the Child was in his lap for the moment. He scrambled to catch the Child, only to find that Cobb had already lunged for him, gotten a hold of him and had set him in his own lap instead. That was another reason he was certain he was making the right choice. The kid would be raised loved and protected if he did this. It was much better than his current situation. Though the fact that Cobb leaned over The Child what looked like protectively against him and was giving him a warning look didn’t quite sit well in his gut. Even The Child looked distressed, which made it much worse. Maybe he’d wait to see about the species mate. Maybe that would work better than a Jedi.  “You’ve seen his kind before?” 

Her response was guarded. “A long time ago, when my father brought me to an old Jedi for a game of catch up- and to see if I could train.”

“Where is he now?”

“Was. Was in Dagobah. But he’s long gone, I’m afraid. Died… must have been ten years back now. My friend Luke might know more. He’s one of us, too. I can ask if you’d like but with my skill, well, lack thereof. it might take a while.” 

Din sighed again. So close and so far. He thought that would be it, he would be home free, the kid could be safe with his people who would understand him, keep him on the right path. It was finally getting to him just how many plans had gone wrong. At least this one didn’t end up in mayhem or bloodshed. “No, that’s…” what could he even say. “He needs to be with you, your mother- Jedi. Decent Jedi. And I don’t mean in skill.”

“We’re barely Jedi, we don’t count.”

“You’ve got decent covered, though. You’re all I have. And some understanding is better than none.” 

“And you’re all he’s got. He’s your son.”

“He’s not.” His heart broke at the honest to god distressed sound the Child made. “He just… needs people who are better for him.”

“You’re the best for him. You can have him get trained in the Force without severing any sort of relationships. It worked for me... more or less.”  

“I took him with me to fight the Krayt Dragon,” Din objected. 

Cobb finally spoke up. “And he loved every second, if I heard right.” 

Din turned his attention to Cobb and tried to convey annoyance through the helmet. 

It worked, judging by how Cobb tossed his hands up in the air. “What? He did! He only got scared the one time. That’s saying something.” 

“Yes, it’s saying he’s getting used to danger. That’s a problem,” Din looked back at Raza. 

“No,” she repeated, firmer than the last time. 

“Cobb wants children,” Din blurted. If the other man was going to throw him under the bus, he’d do it right back. “Told me last night when he had a couple of drinks in him. You can get your wish if you take the kid.” 

Cobb gaped at him, then looked at Raza frantically. “Now hold on a sec-” 

Raza put a hand out to silence him. “And that’s our call when the time comes, not yours trying to pawn off the kid.” 

The Child cooed at that, sounding hurt, and Din’s heart broke again. It’s for him. It’s for his safety. “I just want what’s best for him.” 

“You’re what’s best for him,” Raza replied. 

“Doubtful,” 

“So the next best thing is dumping him off with strangers?” Cobb cut in. 

“We’re not strangers.”

“Funny, you told me the opposite two days ago,” Cobb deadpanned. He sounded… off. 

“I just… trust you both with his safety… and knowing what to do with those powers of his.” 

Cobb scoffed with enough venom in his tone that it alarmed the other two. “You’re asking us to sit by and let you abandon your son, Mando,” Cobb finally cut in. His voice sounded dangerous. “It happened to me, my parents dropped me here right after having, and I I’ll be damned if I sit by and let that happen to this little guy that I’m already fond of.”

Din’s stomach twisted all over again. So that was why he had been so quiet, why he was holding the Child so tightly during that conversation.

Cobb continued. “If we’re not strangers after all, you won’t ask that of us. So don’t you dare. Ever. And honestly I’m pretty damn disappointed in you that you made it this far.” 

Well now this was bound to end like all others had. So mayhem, then. He opened his mouth, then shut it. “I’m not trying to pawn him off, I-” 

“Sure sounds like it.” 

“I’m sorry, I just-” 

“Take. Your. Damn. Kid,” Cobb replied. He passed the Child over to him, the Child himself whining at the sudden shift in energy. 

To her credit, Raza did too. She gave the Child’s head a reassuring rub, then looked at Din. “Look, we get it. We do. And we know you care about the kid. And that’s another reason why we can’t do that to you. Or the little one.” She went to pull her hand from the Child, but the Child reached up in order to keep her hand there. She sighed, then passed her hand over his head lightly. “You two will be fine, you can make it through this. You’ll help him find his way. It’s just not here without you.” 

Cobb’s eyes flicked to his, not at all losing any of the annoyance he had built up. 

Din sighed. Those two were tough, but they made fair points. There was no sense in arguing. There was no way Raza and her mother were the last two around. She had mentioned Luke. Luke Skywalker, he supposed. That was a start. “I suppose you’re right. We’ll be fine. We’ll make it through. Won’t we, Kid?” He hoped it sounded convincing. He opened his arms. “Come on Kid, we have to go.”

“Wh-“ Raza’s eyebrows shot up. “You’re leaving from here? You were actually going to dump him and run?”

“Would’ve been easier on the both of us,” Din admitted quietly. He only took small comfort in how Raza’s face shifted from growing anger to sympathy. At least he had that. Cobb was still glaring at him. He opened his arms. “Come on, kid. We have to be back to the Crest by nightfall.”

The Child pouted for a moment, mourning the soon to be loss of the pets, but got up on the table, waddled over and let Din put him back in his sling. 

“We’ll walk you out, make sure you don’t dump him on one of our doorsteps,” Cobb commented  drily, rising to walk with him all the same. Raza joined them, and they all gathered by the speeder, just like they had the last time. 

“I won’t. You’ve got nothing to worry about, message received, loud and clear. He stays with me,” Din assured them. He took the Child’s carrier out and set it on the floor of the speeder. Then, carefully, eager to out some physical and emotional distance between them: “Thank you for the hospitality. We’ll meet again.” He got into it and fired up the engine, and without another word, pushed off and started making his way through the town. 

The Child popped his head out of the bag and waved goodbye to the other two, and they waved back half heartedly. 

After Din was out of sight, Cobb sighed heavily. “Kriff…” Another pause. “That reminds me, we gotta go to Mos Eisley this weekend. Ma invited us for dinner. She asked me to ask you to bring the stuff to make that roasted nuna you made the last time.” 

“Okay. You do know that he’s gonna kill you when he finds out that you lied, don’t you?” 

“Oh, absolutely. But you were floundering, I jumped in to assist. But I just lied to the guy. You mind tricked him. He’s gonna be more mad about that, I’m sure.”

“The kid’s not vocal. He’s not gonna know about the Jedi mind trick for a while. He’s gonna figure out the lie way sooner.”

“He’s gonna have to catch me, first,” Cobb countered. Then, carefully: “you think he and the kid will actually be okay? He ain’t gonna do something stupid?”

“See, that’s the good thing about my mind tricks. Most of the time they only work if there’s already some semblance of what I tell them in their heads already,” Raza answered. “They will be fine. He doesn’t want to leave the kid as much as he pretends he does.” She looked back at the speeder, already just a dot on the horizon. “He needs the kid more than he thinks the kid needs him. Part of him knows that, too.” 

“That is… actually assuring. Feel like an ass for doubting him, though.” 

“You’re in good company there.”

—-

A few months later, Cobb had been repairing part of his roof when he heard a few passersby talking excitedly about how ‘he’ was back. He was vaguely concerned for a moment until he looked over the side of the roof to see a familiar green and brown lump make its way to his doorway. “Kid…?” There was silence, an excited squeak, followed by Raza going “Little One!” inside. Ah. That “he.” No cause for concern then. Especially if he still had the kid. He hopped down from the roof, intent on finding the surrogate father, only to come just about face to face with him just outside the entryway.  “Hey, our favorite Mandalorian returns. Good to see you. What brings you here?” 

Din hummed. “Had some trouble in Mos Eisley before this.”

“Oh?” Cobb grinned. 

“Trouble with a job. Had to stay the night,” he slowly turned towards him. “Met a nice old couple who put me up for the night. Eric and  Noma.” Cobb stopped smiling. “Vanth. Who are very much looking forward to their son Cobb’s wedding in a couple of months. Noma’s been dreaming about it since they took him home from the Medical Pavilion.”

Cobb flinched, feeling the annoyance seeping from the man. He wondered if he should just start running now.  “... Can I get a head start, at least?” 

Din’s response was punching him in the gut, but he could tell he pulled it, so even as he doubled over, he tried not to laugh after the pain receded. “Okay, so it was a lie, a bit of a mean one. But hey, you’ve still got the kid, so we were right. He is yours.”

“That’s why you’re not dead,” Din answered. “Is Raza inside? I’ve got a question about… Jedi mind altering.”

Shit. “You gonna hit her for pulling that, too?”

“... … What?”

Cobb frowned, then looked at the kid, suddenly putting together that he had done something with it. Go figure. She had said the thought had to be there. “Nothing. Right this way. Help me up the step, I can’t move anything below my chest thanks to you.” 

“Fine.”

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🌹 The Desert Rose’s Weekly Pick a Card Reading 🌹

April 27th, 2020:

🌹 Quartz 🌹 Emerald 🌹 Ruby 🌹 Yellow Obsidian

Take a breath and listen. Which crystal calls to you? Then, when ready, go forward. Your message is revealed below the cut 👇🏻👇🏻 Nefer Sedjmek.

🌹 Quartz: Six of Pentacles

Don’t flaunt your wealth to others. If you’re prosperous, it may be time for you to share that with the more unfortunate. There will be some kind of power dynamic thrown at you this week and this inequality will pain you. Stand up for what is right or what you feel is right. The unfortunate have no voice and you may be in a position to help their voices be heard. You may have a choice here. Using your abundance to dominate OR using your abundance to lend a helping hand. Listen deeply to your heart and it will give you the answer. (Here’s a hint: don’t be an asshole.) Quartz is the master healer--or at least one of them--and can bring clarity of mind along with those healing energies. These can help clear you mind when you need it most so meditate with a piece, carry one with you or embody its energies to bring them forward for you. Sharing this abundance of yours will bring an understanding to you mind and soul. A wholeness. 

🌹 Emerald: The Magician

You have the power. You have the tools. So what the hell are you waiting for? Get to it! You can manifest your wildest dreams! Understand--and learn if you do not--the lessons behind each of the suits in the Tarot. Swords are the intellect, the mind. Communicate your ideas and communicate them well. Cups are emotions, the heart. Tap into that intuition of yours. Wands are your passion. Tape into it to bring forth the will you need to manifest. Pentacles are your abundance. Share your wealth with others. And wealth doesn’t always mean money. It can be knowledge. As above, so below. There is always a balance you must find as well. Be the shining light to inspire others to do the same. Emerald can help you tap into that intuition. Listen deeply and listen well. Do things in love. Carry a piece, meditate with one or embody Emerald’s energies this week to help you manifest your dreams. Bringing forth this magic and this power will help you understand yourself at a different angle. A wholeness will envelope you.

🌹 Ruby: Five of Wands

Ah. Got some conflict, I see. Stand tall and don’t allow others to bring you down with them. There’s always some competition in any path you may take. Everyone wants to be a tarot reader, everyone wants to be an artist. There’s always going to be a conflict. But, instead of feeding that toxic fire, y’all should support each other. No one is better than the other. Some may have more experience under their belt but that can be an opportunity to teach. It sure does take time--a lot of time--and dedication to get your name out there. So, keep working hard and diligently and all things will fall into place. Outside of this weird competitive world, this card could also signify just every day annoyances getting the best of you this week. It’s been a tough and crazy ass time, so remember to give yourself patience. Take a breath and a step back from the situation and give it some time. A new approach will soon be open to you. Ruby is a rather passionate stone and a fiery one at that. This can help you keep on keeping on in situations where you feel lost and defeated. Once you understand that being supportive with others in your field instead of being this cutthroat piece of shit, a new understanding and a wholeness will come for you. (Everyone begins somewhere. Remember that you, too, were once in the novice’s shoes.)

🌹 Yellow Obsidian: The Emperor

There needs to be a sense of order and control in your life, and you need to start putting it into play. Chaos and Order are opposite sides of the same coin, but there may be a little too much chaotic energy right now. Find a balance. Playing too much Animal Crossing and not enough meditation or school work could set you back. (Don’t be like me.) You may have to start writing down to do lists, or start planning ahead of time in a daily planner or journal to keep yourself on track. Do those things first and then treat yourself to playing games or whatever you find fun. Set rules, guidelines and limits. Follow them. Create order from the Chaos. It’s going to be difficult at first--especially in this crazy ass time when we all have time on our hands--but once you get into the groove of things, it’ll just be like a normal day for you. Build that structure and you’ll gain a new understanding and a new wholeness of yourself this week. Yellow obsidian can help protect you from any negativity as you build this new structure and bring in some love and kindness to show you patience for yourself. Carry a piece, meditate with one or embody its energies to help you along the way.

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Deck Used: True Black Tarot

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Congratulations, KIERSTEN! You’ve been accepted for the role of CLEOPATRA with an approved FC change to Anais Mali. Admin Rogue: More than anything, Calina is one of the characters I've been most excited to see brought back to us, and I couldn't be more thrilled that you've captured her so well! Calina's such a balance between warmth and cunning, between drive and connection, and you really drove home her humanity. Her intelligence and fortitude clash so well with her loneliness in this way that really sang to my heart throughout your application, and the para sample blew me away. I love her with every ounce of my being, and I know just from reading this that you'll go beyond the distance and reach new heights with our lovely new Queen. We cannot wait to see what you have in store! Please read over the checklist and send in your blog within 24 hours.

WELCOME TO THE MOB.

Out of Character

Alias | Kiersten

Age | 21

Preferred Pronouns | she/her/hers

Activity Level |  I’ve never written a day before in my life…haha…unless…? (see here: https://catherinedaly.tumblr.com/ and https://isabellagagliano.tumblr.com/ :* ) Also, school is about to let out so I’m going to have so much free time that y’all will wish I had something else to do, or somewhere else to be.

Timezone |  EST

In Character

Character | Calina Sokolova – Cleopatra → With a face claim change to Anais Mali, please? uwu

CALINA

origin: Greek

meaning: beautiful, lovely; the moon

SOKOLOVA

origin: Russian

meaning: falcon; hawk

CLEOPATRA

origin: Greek

Meaning: glory of the father

What drew you to this character? | Well, it’s no secret that I’ve been dying to complete The Trifecta ™but I think I even surprised myself when I turned my attention to Calina. It’s been so long since the mesmerizing Cleopatra took the stage and, with each passing day, I find that I miss her more and more. She’s startlingly different from both my Catherine and Isabella. Both Isa and Cat are led by their heart, but Calina is decidedly not; she’s terribly bright and practical—a diamond in the rough that’s not yet been fully excavated… But, could Verona handle the savant in her unfettered brilliance and whip-quick wit? Is the city prepared to kneel out of their own volition, rather than being so savagely forced?  This girl turned woman turned phoenix has been scorned one time too many and she deserves to assert herself as an entity far greater than just being Faron’s loyal shadow. I’m eager to give her what’s due, and more!

What is a future plot idea you have in mind for the character? | Where do you see this character developing, and what kind of actions would you have them take to get there? 3 future plot ideas would be preferable.

I WILL NOT BE TRIUMPHED OVER: He picked her to be a general, and a general she will be; the King may have fallen, but the Queen is more than capable of continuing the legacy. Calina, of all people, knows that the Vasiliev man would roll over in his grave to know if she even considered so-easily conceding to the Veronesi and their brutally unforgiving ways. I would love to get the chance to explore the Sokolova woman PICKING UP WHERE FARON LEFT OFF. His roots in Russia run deep and wide, still viable even though he no longer lives. I like to think that Calina inherited his network, considering she was his right hand. However, such power holds great responsibility—and danger. The late Vasiliev’s connections were no secret to Damiano and his group, which places her in a precarious position: to work at intertwining her newly inherited network with the Montagues or keeping it tucked against her chest. After all, they took from her, so why would she give anything?

TURN YOUR WOUNDS INTO WISDOM: Her heart is a fickle thing that’s not yet stopped its beating–even with all that she’s lost–and now she’s looking for something that cannot be so easily taken from her. Alexander Rallis seems to have cemented himself firmly within Montague ranks and while this is what initially drew Calina to him, it’s not what makes her stay; she’s a wraith looking for a soul to tie herself to, and he’s her best bet. But, the Sokolova woman isn’t taking her heart into account when she decides to interact with him more. What started as a tactical attempt to grow closer to Alexander for the sake of learning what it takes to be the Montague consigliere has become somewhat muddled, at least on her end.

Calina knows desire like the back of her hand; she knows lust intimately, but is damningly inexperienced with feelings and how quickly they can strike. What she feels towards Alexander is an uncomfortable mix of a girlish crush and well-tamed, heady desire (though she’ll vehemently deny any feelings of affection for the man of war). I’d love to EXPLORE THE DYNAMIC BETWEEN ANTONY AND CLEOPATRA (bonus points if he somehow finds out her words were ingenuine, at first) and how far she’s willing to go in terms of her own ascension within Montague ranks. But for now, for Alex, she’ll string her words together in the most beautiful of sentences; she’ll even drench them in his decadent gold, if it will coax the great Antony from his armor long enough so that she may come to understand what lies underneath; she’s vying for his mind, but not prepared for what else (his heart, perhaps?) might come.

I AM NO BIRD AND NO NET ENSNARES ME: Mona Chen, the Keeper of Sparrows, is her target; The Dark Lady is a fine price to tuck in one’s pocket. Damiano made his desires clear when he assigned the Sokolova woman to lure Mona from her Capulet-leaning ways into ways that better align with Montague ideologies, and Calina refuses to fail. I’m excited about CALINA RELYING ON HER PAST TO ASSIST HER while she tries to court Mona for the sake of the Montagues. She’s done well enough to stifle her memories of her time within halls of debauchery, but they’ll soon become her greatest asset–a sharp contrast to her belief that they were her Achilles’ Heel. How far is Calina willing to go to pull The Dark Lady to the Montagues’ side? She’s no stranger to using her body to get what she wants and she sees the way Mona watches her–closely, as though she’s waiting for the woman from Russia to slip up and return to her roots. If Mona thinks she’ll be able to make a Sparrow out of Calina, so be it; what the owner of The Dark Lady doesn’t know–that Calina refuses to return to that lifestyle–won’t hurt her. If white lies and gilded interest are what it takes to bridge the gap between Damiano and Mona, so be it.

Are you comfortable with killing off your character? | Only if it’ll cause the maximum amount of pain possible.

In Depth

In-Character:

PARA SAMPLE–

They don’t give him a funeral. They barely acknowledge the vacancy he’s left behind, the lives upended by his untimely departure–both here, and in Russia. Calina’s not surprised by this, not  at all; hosting a funeral for a man murdered by someone supposedly on the same side as he was would be… Tricky, to say the least. And in not giving Faron Vasiliev the proper burial he deserved, the unspoken message is clear: all that glitters is not always golden.

In the days after Faron’s demise, Calina is reminded of a cruel lesson she was remiss to keep in the forefront of her mind: everyone–no matter how highly they’re thought of, no matter what they bring to the table–can be replaced. Measure for Measure is gifted to Matthias before Vasiliev’s body coldens; her loyalty, too, is transferred to Damiano, the hefty price Faron paid to free her from her contract in Russia symbolically falling on the shoulders of the Montague king. She knows better than to bite at the hand that feeds her, so she remains stoic in the presence of those of whom haven’t earned her trust–an amount that, when totaled, can be counted on one hand and one hand alone.

Calina sighs into the darkness of her room, into the lush bedding that surrounds her body. She collects her scrambled thoughts as neatly as she can; she gathers those too-raw and fragmented memories that can’t have her attention–not now, maybe not ever–and and shoves them to the back of her mind, bringing others to the forefront so that she may concoct a plan to ensure her safety here in Verona–here, permanently, as she’ll be damned before she ever calls Russia ‘home’ again.

First and foremost, the Sokolova woman is acutely aware of the target on her back, no matter how curious Damiano may be about her silver tongue and whip-quick mind. The interest of the Montague can quickly wane; the lavish lifestyle she’s come to familiarize herself with can be snatched away without so much as a passing glance. Her attachment isn’t to the items, but rather to the intoxicating feeling of security–to knowing she’ll have a home, to knowing she’ll not have to worry about where her next meal will come from–and she’s not willing to lose it without giving it her all.

Secondly, she needs allies. In a game of chess, the Queen is the most valuable piece on the board and Calina knows, though no one can see, that there’s a crown atop those wily curls of hers and she won’t let it fall. She’ll gather people like pawns, find a niche for herself in Damiano’s kingdom and create a buffer. The people sing of Antony’s accolades, of Gertrude’s steadfastness in the middle of disasters and more, but it’s time they’ve learned a new song: a song of Cleopatra, the woman who didn’t cut others at the knee, but rather coaxed them to kneeling out of their own volition.

Last, she knows that she must now work twice as hard to take what’s hers; she’s come to terms with taking three steps forward followed by two steps back. The newly-inherited title of emissary suits her far better than soldier, but not nearly as well as advisor. To say that she’s not become comfortable with the power Faron was wise enough to imbue her with would be a lie; the Sokolova woman relished the way he saw her as an equal, and she wants that same attention still, even though he’s gone. But, good things take time and she’s got plenty of it.

The King is dead; may God save the Queen.

She’ll not give them a chance to not give her a funeral, too.

INTERVIEW–

What does your typical day look like?

“I wake as early as my body will allow,” the Sokolova woman says, “which is earlier than some, but not others. I’ve broken my habit of favoring the night—thankfully.” It’s a lie, of course; her affinity for night and its darkness have been seared into the very marrows of her bones, what with her past as Madame’s precious драгоценный камень bleeding over to her present and eagerly waiting to devour her future. “Bast is a spoiled little thing; as soon as I wake up, she’s kneading at my side or sitting on my chest until I get up and feed her. In a way, she’s akin to an alarm clock.” A fond smile graces her visage at the thought of her Russian Blue–a gift from the Zaitsevs, longtime clients of hers and Faron’s that took note of the way she tended to their feline and his desire for her lithe fingers to stroke his silky silver fur while maintaining her focus and wit on the matters at hand. “I feed her, and then I have a cup of збитень while perusing Il Giornale. On my way to work, I might pick up a pastry from one of the bakeries I pass.“

Moments of peace before she slips into her role as Montague emissary and client charmer. But, of course, this little journalist need not know of her underground dealings.

Rather, Calina gives him what he wants–something palatable; something honest; something that piques his interest enough to get him to write it down, but not enough to ask more. “Once I leave my darling for the day, I typically don’t make it back until the evening. I spend my time working remotely in The Capital Library as often as I can. Offices are too stuffy for my liking. I’d rather be surrounded by thousands of books filled with rich history while crafting communication strategies for my clients.”

Where is your favorite place in Verona?

The answer that first comes to mind is bittersweet and far too personal: her favorite place in Verona is—was—Faron’s home—untouched and uninhabited since his demise. It leaves a bitter taste in her mouth, much like the сельдь с луком that her late mother was so fond of. The memories are nothing but quick flashes, though she can feel the goosebumps rising on her skin; she can feel Faron’s phantom touch along the small of her back, and can hear Alyona’s honey-drenched laugh as she playfully turned the hose from her azaleas to her gleeful daughter. But, Calina knows herself and she knows herself well; she’s far too proud to falter, especially in the face of a nosy reporter. So, she does what she does best: she chains the memories and thoughts before they have a chance to run wild; she shackles them together—two pieces of her irreparably-broken heart—and shoves them into a dark corner of her mind that’ll be ignored until something else taunts the perpetually-grieving beast that resides in her chest.

The journalist prompts again, curiosity evident in the slight furrow of his brows and in the way he doesn’t allow her to mull over her answer, to pull palatable words from her arsenal of languages. The Sokolova woman notes his softly spoken impatience, adding it to her list of observations—that he’s recently had coffee, the familiar scent of the drink lingering between them; that he’s not as seasoned as other journalists she’s come across, as he’s more concerned with what she says rather than what she doesn’t or won’t say; and that he’s not as subtle as he’d like to think, with his blue eyes that graze her frame in more instances than just one.

“Verona is such a beautiful city,” Calina muses at last, warmth coloring her words as though she’s speaking of a dear friend. “But, caro mio, if you must make me choose—“ a gusty, nearly dramatic sigh billows from her lacquered lips “—Lamberti Tower. There’s nothing quite like reaching the top and looking at the breathtaking scenery below.” A well-manicured finger twists at her brown curls. “Should you find yourself there, I highly recommend The Hathaway.” It’s sinful–how delicious and dangerous the drink is. “But, be careful—it’s practically impossible to just have one.”

What has been your biggest mistake thus far?

Were she a less professional woman, she’d have laughed in his face. She’d have parroted his question back at him, incredulity coloring her words and displeasure marring her now-placid expression. Calina Sokolova, making mistakes? No, she is far too meticulous, far too critical; she scours over every word, every shift in body language or facial expression, cataloguing it all in her mind so that she may act appropriately. Years spent morphing herself into whatever her clients wanted—a simpering coquette, a lustful breath against the shell of an ear, a body meant to be used and discarded soon after—have served her well.

Women like Calina don’t make mistakes. Calina doesn’t make mistakes. She cannot afford to do so.

“Oh, дорогая,” the woman says at last, a hint of mischief glinting in her dark hues as she leans back in her plush chair, “would you believe me if I said I’ve not yet made one?”  

What has been the most difficult task asked of you? (tw: allusion to terminal illness)

The Sokolova woman’s most difficult request was something that wasn’t asked at all. It wasn’t something she could stop or something she could pass to somebody else. No, the most difficult task for the princess of the dark alley was commanded. Not even she, freshly-graduated from Novobisrov State University and armed with the knowledge of old and new, could disobey the order… All she could do was helplessly watch.

The decline was cruelly slow, seemingly stretching time just far enough for her to take a second to hope. It’s both a blessing and a curse, that fickle thing called time. It gives as easily as it takes, tricking you into thinking there’s a chance when it’s only prolonging the inevitable. Может быть, мы уедем из России - найди другого доктора в другом месте, a frustrated Calina suggested long ago, her pride rearing its ugly head deep in her chest. Her mother couldn’t die. She forbade it…

…And in the end, it didn’t matter.

Her protests fell upon deaf ears, as did her pleas. Her prayers remained so damningly unanswered that she couldn’t help but blame herself for halfhearted attempts, so she only prayed more—desperately, angrily, fearfully. Calina bruised her knees with how often she fell to them in the name of the Redeemer–to a God her mother held so much faith in, to a God she once believed existed. When left motherless, possessionless, and poor, she only further dug her heels in, deciding that she’d never be made a fool in the face of time again. She sells her body, the notion of kneeling for less-than-holy reasons no longer distasteful, for at least it—unlike the time she wasted praying—yielded results. It paid for her rent, her food, her existence.

“My mother once told me it’s ill-advised to say you’ve already experienced the worst of things,” she murmurs.  “She said it tempted Fate and angered it so that it didn’t rest until it outdid what you thought was the most terrible of all.” Alyona Sokolova never said it, the light in her eyes snuffed out before she ever got the chance. Calina likes to believe she would have, had the illness not first taken her mind. Clearing her throat and finding her voice once more, the emissary tacks on,  “And mother knows best, да?”

What are your thoughts on the war between the Capulets and the Montagues?

A soft and disapproving hmmph comes first, and it is punctuated by an unimpressed response: “It’s brutish–the whole idea of it.” Wars fought for the sole purpose of destruction did nothing for either side; a pity, truly, but she expects nothing less from the crowned men that perpetuate its continuance. Both Cosimo and Damiano are bullheaded, though she does give them some credit; they’ve both picked women to be their Underbosses—women who know that cold calculation will always prevail over hot tempers and wounded prides.

Calina continues, “Ask any Veronesi why the two families feud and you’ll hear dozens of stories, each a bit different from its predecessor.” It’s one of the things she loves and detests about language—how malleable words are, how easily they diffuse as they’re passed from person to person. Calina tucks a loose curl behind her ear, golden ring glinting against the afternoon sun that shines through opened curtains. She pauses thoughtfully as though she’s considering an idea she’s not yet had, head canting just slightly before she venturing, “They’re going to run themselves and Verona ragged.” Fights can only last for so long. There’s nothing sustainable about war, nothing sustainable in pulling the downtrodden into the battles that they’ll never live to reap the benefits from.

Here, bodies are expendable; minds are not. Calina’s made sure to prove herself worthy of being grouped into the latter time and time again; her recent promotion within Montague ranks is only one of dozens of accolades she’s destined to earn. Spoken with the finality of a woman who has other matters to tend to, she closes with, “Adesso, corrispondente… Should you desire a more in-depth answer, ask them why they’re fighting. Ask them what the goal is.”

Extras: If you have anything else you’d like to include (further headcanons, an inspo tag, a mock blog, etc), feel free to share it here!

EXTRAS:

MBTI: INTJ - The Architect + | independent, jane-of-all-trades, driven -  | judgemental, blunt, secretive

ZODIAC: Virgo - 22 September + | logical, responsible, orderly -  | critical, obsessive, perfectionist

TEMPERAMENT: Choleric + | ambitious, confident, practical -  | uptight, impatient, uncomfortable around emotion

RICE PURITY TEST SCORE: 48

LOVE LANGUAGE(S): acts of service + physical touch

HEADCANONS:

In Novoborisk, Calina studied both history and linguistics (with a concentration in translation and translational studies). Before the tragedy of losing her mother, she planned on working as a professor while also researching ancient civilizations.

Alyona Sokolova stoked the burning desire to know in her precious daughter from her very first breath. Because of this, Calina is voraciously inquisitive; years of sharpening her mind and her tongue have created a well-spoken woman with undeniable charm.

Calina knows five languages, including her native language of Russian—English, French, Macedonian, and (most recently) Italian. She wants to learn more, should she ever get the opportunity.

She has a Russian Blue cat named Bast–a nod to Ancient Egypt and her dream to study civilizations of the past.

On her right hand, she wears a golden signet ring that she never takes off. It belonged to Faron—a ring he’d outgrown years ago but still kept as a reminder of his past. Now, it now belongs to her—a ring that fits perfectly on her right ring finger as a reminder of their pasts.

MOCK BLOG:

https://cleosokolova.tumblr.com/

PINTEREST BOARD:

https://www.pinterest.com/diaphcnous/calina-sokolova-the-savant/

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July Angel Fish Awards

Every month all of you fantastic writers work your asses off to post some truly incredible stories. Our Angel Fish Awards are the way for all of us, as a community of writers and readers, to lift each other up and give praise to those who have captured our attention and deserve a few kind words.

The monthly Angel Fish Awards are peer-nominated, meaning ANYONE IN THE POND CAN NOMINATE ANY POND MEMBER’S FIC. While the Pond was founded to support the Guppies, everyone in this community deserves to be showered with love and feedback, and we hope that by opening this up as a Pond wide system, we’ll be able to share the love as far as it can go.

NOTE: WE’VE BEEN HAVING OCCASIONAL PROBLEMS WITH ASKS GOING MISSING. Please use the Submit button when submitting your nominations and make sure you’re signed into Tumblr or your URL won’t show. (If the form asks for your name and email address, then you’re not signed in.) If you like, you can also send a message to Michelle or Mana to check and make sure we got your submission.

WITHOUT FURTHER ADO, HERE ARE JULY’S ANGEL FISH AWARDS!

Nominated by @manawhaat

Sanctuary (oneshot) by @idreamofplaid

I am in love with the way this starts. This sacred space that has been created, and Dean’s part in it, is so sweet and pure. It just radiates warmth and good energy and gives me all the happy feels! And then Sam comes into play and there’s a deep level of sensuality that just oozes into you as you read and the way this flows as an almost spiritual sexual encounter could have easily been overdone, but you were able to pull back just enough to be in the sweet spot and give Sam and this kind of sex the care that it needs. Kudos, my friend! 

Shoot (oneshot) by @winchesterswoonathon

This entire story and the way these characters interact with each other is incredibly organic. It’s the Jo and the John we know are there but don’t get to see on the show. It’s poetic and sexy and risky and wrong but in all the right ways. There’s such a good balance in all of this and I seriously fucking love it! 

Stitches (oneshot) by @mrswhozeewhatsis

UGH THIS FIC GIVES ME THE CHILLS! Like Dean’s sewing, there is so much care and attention to detail in this story. It’s done right. It’s done with grace. The glimpse we see is one we don’t see on the show, but it’s impossible to believe anything other than the history that Michelle has created for Dean. And weaving that backstory into his experiences the way she does is fucking seamless and stabs you in the goddamn heart and murders you in the middle of the aisle in fucking Walmart. But like, in a good way. 

Good Intentions (drabble) by @atc74

This fic is from Dean’s POV and it is raw and honest and powerful and vulnerable and pissed off and heartbreaking in all the ways that he is. This is a story told in a very appropriate way for Dean and it’s a great capture of such a layered character! 

Nominated by @bookshido 

The Last Time by @thegirlwhorunswithwinchesters 

So, I knew that I wanted to nominate this piece and this author as soon as I helped beta this fic because it reminded me so much of a story I’d see come from a Big Fish. Like, I only had one comment for the whole piece when I was looking it over and that wasn’t even a big change. This author works so hard and writes with a level of skill I don’t see a lot out there except from some of the most expert writers, and English isn’t even her first language! She writes consistently, is dedicated, and is super sweet to boot! If anyone deserves this award, she deserves to be recognized among the other winners.

Nominated by @mrswhozeewhatsis 

Come Tomorrow, Feel No Pain by @mere-mortifer 

Considering this is their first SPN fic, EVER, it’s unbelievable!! There’s everything you could ever want in a Dean fic, right here! Totally blown away!

Nominated by @erins-culinary-service

Underworld’s Hero (series) by @flamencodiva

I love this sequel and getting the chance to see things through Illiara’s eyes and I’m living for the slow burn!

Don’t Run (oneshot) by @flamingcodiva

Her first A/B/O fic and its so good! It’s angsty and the reader is so stubborn can’t wait to see where it goes 

Fake Yours (series) by @supernatural-jackles​  

I binge read this in one night, but i just couldn’t stop reading. It’s such a sweet AU and the interactions between Dean and the reader are just so fluffy and cute!

Wrong Number (series) @supernatural-jackles​

My eyes were not only blessed with this first part but with 2 more parts after! I love that this takes place before the show even officially starts. Dean is such a gentleman as always. If you haven’t read it yet you’re missing out. 

When You Least Expect It (series) by @coffee-obsessed-writer

I don’t usually read Jensen fics, but I love this one! There’s so much happening with the ex’s and between the reader and Jensen all with a spotify playlist to go along with it.

Nominated by @thelittleredwhocould

Stitches (oneshot) by @mrswhozeewhatsis 

If you want to cry, this is the fic for you. I love the imagery Michelle conjures of little Dean learning how to sew and how he applies that skill through his life.

Married at First Sight (series) by @saxxxology 

I adore this little series. There’s only 2 parts but I could definitely read 100 parts. It’s just such an interesting idea for a game show and the addition of one Sam Winchester only makes it better.

Captivated (series) by @saxxxology 

This is one of my favorite series ever. Only 10 parts are on Tumblr rn. It wasn’t getting much interaction, so Saxxy decided to keep the rest to her Patreon for now. Y’all should go show it some love.

Wrong Number (series) @supernatural-jackles 

This fic is super cute. While the idea of calling a strange man scares me to death, Dean makes it 1000x less scary. The idea of Dean’s voice on the other end of the phone…

Fake Yours (series) by @supernatural-jackles  

I’m a sucker for fake relationship fics and this is definitely a good one. Dean makes such a good fake boyfriend.

I Know Your Wife (She Wouldn’t Mind)  (series) by @teamfreewill-imagines  

This will always be one of my favorite series. I love how what was a little smutty thing has developed into this lovely story of a girl finding a family (can Jensen and Danneel please adopt me??)

Guise (series) by @crispychrissy 

I haven’t read beyond the first part of this series but I’m so excited to read the next few parts and learn all the crazy things it seems Chrissy has planned. I love throwing a “monster” reader in with the boys.

Her Saviours (series) by @bamby0305 

I will never not recommend this series rewrite. Amber is doing an excellent job working the A/B/O dynamics and the reader into the plot of the show.

Cat and Mouse (oneshot) by @bamby0305 

This. Is. My. Jam. I fucking love Meg and this fic is just so dark and gritty and good.

You Never Say Red (oneshot) by @fictionalabyss 

Gimme all the soft Dom!Sam and aftercare. Sam is the sweetest bby.

Thank you all for the awesome work and great feedback!

As with the BFAs, these are not actual awards! This system is set up so everyone in the pond has a chance to share the love and promote a fic/author that has grabbed your attention. The more people that participate, and the more everyone remembers to submit their own fics after posting, the better this will be :D

THANK YOU ALL AGAIN, KEEP UP THE AMAZING WORK, AND AS ALWAYS, HAPPY WRITING!

[felassanis]

Everything I love about Assassin’s Creed

1. Ezio da la la la

2. If you idle for long enough in Odyssey Ikaros comes and lands on Alexios’s/Kassandra’s arm and then alexios/Kassandra will greet him.

3. Edward’s outfit is by far my favourite Assassin robe. It looks so fooking cool.

4. Alkibiades

5. The first mission in Assassin’s Creed III. Finding the temple and it coming alive with all the lights and the humming was so fucking cool and the theatre with Haytham was such a good way to start the game, I loved the environment that went with the theatre and the parkour was really good too, everything was good even though I had no idea why we were there in the first place lol.

6. SHAUN HASTINGS

7. Edward’s tattoos being the only reason why I go whaling in AC:Black flag

8. The dynamic between Jacob and Evie, I’ve always wanted a twin duo in a game and Jacob and Evie Frye were awesome and y’all keep sleeping on them.

9. The different colour schemes in Assassin’s Creed 2 for the different cities gave the locations their own feel and vibe and it differentiated them from each other while also ensuring that the landscapes were utterly gorgeous. For example, Venice had cooler colours, very blue and silver while Florence was warmer, with more orange and brown thrown into the mix. It really gave those maps their own identity and it was great.

10. All of Lineage. all of it, it was flipping fantastic and I know it’s not a game but it was brilliant and the other Assassin’s Creed movie will never top it despite Michael Fasbender being in it.

11. That cutscene in Black Flag where Blackbeard lights his beard on fire, I love that historical accuracy because it was very likely true and it’s so SO bad-fucking-ass

12. Alkibiades

13. How quickly I fell in love with Frederico Auditore despite the fella only having about 5 lines.

14. Also just how quickly I came to love the Auditore family, that was how well written they were, that I fell in love after 30 minutes with them. 

15. LEONARDO DA VINCI

16. Desmond Miles’s snark.

17. ‘Hey whatta matta with you altair,’

18. SHAUN HASTINGS

19. How buffy Kassandra is

20. The hookblade was actually amazing in Revelations and I’m in full support that it shouldbe brought back. The noise it made was also oddly satisfying too?

21. The Glyphs in AC2 were spooky and ominous and I refused to do the last mission until I had found all of them and uncovered the Truth. Because that entire side quest was full of anticipation and the creepy vibe the Glyphs gave off and how the footage of Adam and Eve was cut up and glitchy was just really interesting and it peaked with a climax.

22. LEONARDO DA VINCI

23. The golden beads in Alexios’s hair.

24. And Alexios just being an overall gorgeous human being who’s face was chiselled by the gods.

25. The flying machine mission in AC2 while really aggravating if you didn’t do it the first time was also really fun and getting to see Leonardo all giddy and happy made it worth it.

26. I don’t know if it’s just me? but Connor’s hair? like I know for a fact that I like men with long hair but something about his hair and the feather intertwined into it was just really appealing? and while I know why Connor shaved his hair I couldn’t help but screech when he did lmao but that’s because it’s obviously not my tradition and it’s abnormal to me. pfft

27. Revelations is one of the best AC games and I’ll fight anyone on this. It was phenomenal given how it finally concluded Ezio’s story (and remember Ezio was the face of the franchise for years and he was fan favourite and still is so there were some pressure and expectations) and how it also concluded Altair’s story.

28. Altair wasn’t that interesting in the original game but Revelations added depth and layers to his characters and made him way more intriguing. The game also gave this character important significance to the lore and I think that’s the perfect way to honour the guy who started it all. As much as we love Ezio, Altair came before and without him, Assassin’s Creed wouldn’t quite be the way it was today. (although it’s up to you if that’s a bad thing or not lmao)

29. And seeing Ezio old and matured, becoming this wise legend of a man was really cool and getting to play as him in his final journey was both heartbreaking but satisfactory.

30. I have to give a massive applause to Ubisoft for making Leonardo gay as well in Brotherhood prominently. I don’t think it was ever proven historically if he was? but it was rumoured? and yet Ubisoft went and made it canon giving that representation while also having Ezio outright say he’s okay with Leonardo dating men?! Like, in that time period if you were gay you could go to prison and the general view of homosexuality was that of disgust and yet Ezio is just here supporting his best friend? hell yes.

31. ALKIBIADES

32. I have certain feelings with Unity, but I won’t lie that the parkour was spot on in that game.

33. Gideon Emery....just Gideon Emery as Reginald Birch. The character’s a massive prick but god...that voice.

34. Connor mentioning his grandfather Edward as he’s sailing the Aquila.

35. Getting to see the wreck of the Jackdaw in Assassin’s Creed Freedom Cry was gut-wrenching.

36. Finally getting to pet animals in ACIII.

37. Finally getting to feed pigs in a video game ^^

38. SHAUN HASTINGS

39. OKay, I like Shaun because the guy is really entertaining and he’s British like me and I need to see this fucker in future games again...because after Syndicate he just vanishes and we got...Fucking Layla ugh.

40. The Naval combat in Black Flag is unmatched, fighting other ships never felt like a chore and it was fun and thrilling and the rewards felt deserving. And the feeling of taking down your first Man’o War is RIVETING.

41. Rebecca calling the Animus ‘Baby’

42. She’s another character I want to see come back. And she and Shaun better come back and be alive.

43. Lucy being a Templar was a plot twist I never saw coming but I was all for that angst especially when it seemed like they were setting up what I thought was the inevitable Desmond x Lucy romance. But I guessed wrong.

44. Yusuf Tazim being the joy and light of Revelations. fuck you Ubisoft

45. Ezio’s family theme song is the most iconic video game songs ever.

46. The introduction of Alkibiades in Odyssey, what a great way to introduce a character. like seriously, I fell in love with that fucker the moment he started speaking and felt up Kassandra’s arms while being half naked and wasted.

47. Bayek being a breath of fresh air in wonderfully written complex characters whose story was powerful and tragic. He needs a sequel.

48. Assassins Creed Brotherhood’s trailer being iconic.

49. When returning to Florence to retrieve the apple and you bring Ezio back to his old home only to see the ghosts of his entire family waiting for him. I was gobsmacked when that happened and it’s such a beautiful detail.

50. Mary Read/James Kidd being one of the best characters in Black Flag and leader in the ‘did not deserve it’ club. Every minute of her was flipping terrific and her significance in Edward’s story as one of the driving points that turned him into a better man was great.

51. I cried at the end of Black Flag.

52. The little text about Shaun sobbing when you look at the database on Desmond the dog in Syndicate.

53. The lip scar being shared between Desmond, Ezio and Altair was a cool detail.

54. The interchangeable cloaks in ACII.

55. Henry Green was so soft, kind and lovely and I honestly adore him.

56. Cane swords in Syndicate WERE AWESOME

57. NO fall damage in Odyssey. Keep this feature I don’t care how impossible it is for me to survive a jump off of a giant statue of a naked god it’s cool and I want it for every other game about to be released.

58. If you walk through grass in Origins Bayek sticks his hand out like that scene in Gladiator.

59. The scene in ACII Where Ezio uncovers his father’s robes from the chest and holds it up, It’s an incredible scene and the music fits so well with it and if you’ve watched Lineage it’s all the more amazing.

60. Rosa being pretty and terrifying in ACII.

61. The Bleeding effect being that other thing in lore that is SO BLOODY INTRIGUING and I wish it was explored a bit more. Can you actually imagine having the bleeding effect? where you can’t tell the past and the present apart? where you see ghosts from the past and hear voices no one else hears? jesus,..

62. getting answers about Clay/Subject 16. Ever since he left that writing in the wall with his own blood I was hooked on his story and thank god we got answers and a face to the legendary name. I wouldn’t mind more of him though.

63. I’ve always been fascinated with Native Americans and finally getting to explore them a bit more in ACIII proved to be interesting and I hope it was satisfactory representation for Native Americans.

64. finally getting to play in the present day in assassin’s creed brotherhood and 3, like actually getting to run around and explore as Desmond.

(I did a post like this on my old blog and I’ve rewrote them on here but I also got some new things, I just like having a post like this on my blog and I like seeing people who also agree with these brilliant features in this franchise, you can pretty much tell which two games are my favourite lol, Black Flag and 2 will always have a special place in my heart,)