#because everything is deeply intimately connected

[softantlers]

something that is so fun about taivan is that, yes, they are a small town queers scarcity ship. not to be an asshole but it is very possible that they may have never dated each other if they had been in an environment with more options, not because they are not suited to each other but because that's just how it goes-- what initially draws them together is the scarcity of wiskayok, which we know is not affirming (especially in the 90s) due to the way all the queer characters navigate anxieties around the closet.

but what is so fascinating about taivan is that you take that small town and make it EVEN SMALLER by putting them in the wilderness. they become codependent in ways that parallel the experience of being some of the only queers in a small town but are incredibly magnified because of the intimacy they develop in surviving the wilderness and being each other's secret keeper about other tai. they truly become a "no one else could ever understand" ship, beyond what initially brought them together.

also, other tai in of herself is such an excellent insight into tai's psyche, since she is invariably experiencing small town scarcity differently from van because she has to move through added layers of marginalization in being biracial and Black. the idea that the wilderness may be a place she finally feels comfortable coming out as gay in but not as one she feels comfortable having the other girls know about other tai in is SO INTERESTING.

i don't know if i have the words to capture what i mean and maybe there is some projection going on here, but i will often talk to most people about being queer but the intersection of my queerness with my relationship with race & being mixed often feels less speakable. i don't mean to connect other tai to race in this same way (more that it's an echo of otherization). what i do mean to point out that tai, unlike van, has to negotiate which slivers of herself can be shared with other people because she has more identities to move through and frankly more room to be misinterpreted, treated poorly, and harmed by other people's perceptions. other tai, i feel, is an example of that conflict-- able to share some things but having to keep other parts of yourself tied up and hidden because the entirety of You is not something you feel anyone can truly hold.

and that isn't to say that van does hold everything but without tai's choice or consent van DOES KNOW about other tai and even as their connection is tumultuous and they don't always get each other, i do understand why "you saw and didn't run away" becomes another scarcity element to their relationship... also also, van desiring someone emotionally intimate at the end of her life is a representation of scarcity, one that is deeply human but that also compromises her own morals about tai's relationship to simone and sammy. scarcity brought them together in the first place and brings them together again, and it is so INTERESTING and MESSY. don't let anyone tell you that they're a boring or (frankly) healthy ship. omg they are not, and that's fucking real! there's so much going on there and it's rich and deep and hurtful and human!

[theseventhdimension]

okay okay, but imagine Tech analyst reader who frequently helps out or takes over for Garcia. The team technically knows they do that but sometimes they forget so imagine Derek calling the tech cave and reader answering just hearing “What’s up baby girl?” and reader just being like “Excuse me?!” because he’s definitely not at that level of comfortable with Derek and also not exactly a girl

also, congrats on getting married!

404: Garcia Not Found..

Pairing: Derek Morgan x Male! Reader

Word count: 1.3k+

DNI: Fem-aligned

Author's note: Arghhh this is a really nice idea, and i'm always looking to write more stuff for Morgan but I'm absolutely hopeless at coming up with ideas for him.

Thanks so much for the congrats! Everything went perfectly, except for the fact someone brought their kid despite being specifically told not to. As always, all feedback is appreciated. Hope you enjoy!!

By noon, the heat had evolved sentience and declared itself sheriff. The Nevada heat clung to everything like regret—sticky, unrelenting, and just a little personal.

Two murders in three days. Both victims were hitchhikers, both picked up near the I-80, both found stripped of ID, with matching bruises around their wrists and necks—suggesting a clear dominant/submissive dynamic between the killers.

The locals were out of their depth. Hotch was in an interview. JJ and Rossi were talking to truck stop staff. And Morgan?

Morgan needed tech backup. Now.

He stabbed the call button on the secure laptop connection, barely watching the screen flicker as the signal went through to Quantico.

Ring. Ring. Click.

“What’s up, baby girl?” Morgan said automatically, leaning one hip on the desk. His voice was smooth, familiar—pure muscle memory. “We’re out here baking in the sun with two vics in the morgue, and I need you to work your magic. See if you can pull anything from highway cams near the last truck stop they were seen at—mile marker 178. Also, if there's any pattern to the direction the victims were headed, maybe someone’s choosing their targets based on where they’re trying to go. Could mean the unsubs are mobile. I’m thinking truckers, maybe a couple? Something about the crime scenes says shared space. The bindings were too clean. It’s coordinated. Might be a dominant-submissive thing. Maybe sexual, maybe just control—either way, it’s intimate and practiced.”

He paused just long enough to breathe.

“You still with me, baby girl?”

A beat.

Then— “…Excuse me?”

The voice on the other end was not high-pitched, not glittery, and absolutely not Penelope Garcia.

It was deep. Masculine. Smooth in that ‘voice actor for luxury car commercials’ kind of way, and currently laced with dry confusion and more than a little judgment.

Morgan blinked. “Wait—what?”

“It’s me. Not Garcia,” you said flatly, already typing away like this happened more often than it should. “You know—the other tech analyst? The one who’s been covering for her while she’s off presenting at that FBI coding retreat in Maryland? The guy who’s been patching your signals and processing your half-sent field requests all week?”

Morgan sat up straighter, suddenly aware of how much talking he’d done. “Oh. Oh, damn.”

“Yeah. That’s the correct response,” you said, amusement starting to creep into your voice. “You just called a grown-ass man ‘baby girl,’ listed four crimes, and didn’t even pause for breath. Honestly, I’m flattered. But also—deeply concerned.”

Morgan rubbed his forehead, suddenly feeling every degree of the desert heat. “I didn’t check the name—I just hit the line. It’s usually Garcia.”

“Yeah, well, today it’s me,” you said, matter-of-fact, fingers flying over your keys. “And for future reference? Maybe wait for the voice to talk before you start handing out nicknames like candy.”

Across the makeshift office, Reid coughed pointedly into his elbow, and Prentiss didn’t even pretend she wasn’t listening.

Morgan groaned, quietly and with soul. “She’s gonna hear about this, isn’t she?”

“Oh,” you said with a smirk he could feel through the phone. “She’s gonna make a slideshow.”

Two days after wrapping the Nevada case, you were elbows-deep in corrupted metadata, muttering darkly at your monitor like it had personally insulted your family line.

Your desk looked like a warzone: a battlefield of empty energy drink cans, half-eaten protein bars, and one worn notebook full of scribbled access codes and passive-aggressive post-its to yourself.

The door creaked open.

You didn’t look up.

"..You’re not Garcia," you grunted. "So unless you’ve got a sandwich, an apology, or the exact GPS coordinates of an unsub’s burner phone, I’m not interested."

There was a pause—then a familiar throat-clear.

"...Actually, I’ve got two outta three."

You looked up.

Derek Morgan stood in the doorway like a man approaching a trap he helped build. In his hands, a cardboard tray of two iced coffees—the sides slick with condensation—and a paper bag radiating "guilt muffin" energy.

One cup had your exact order written neatly across the lid.

The other just said: BRIBE.

You raised an eyebrow, unimpressed but entertained. "This your version of groveling?"

"It’s a start," he said, stepping inside like the floor might reject him. "Also brought a blueberry muffin. I hear your kind can be appeased with carbs."

"...Garcia?"

"She may or may not have emailed me a PowerPoint titled ‘How to Apologize to the Other Hot Nerd.’"

You squinted. "Other hot nerd?"

"She wrote it. Not me."

You leaned back and crossed your arms. "So let me get this straight. You call a grown man ‘baby girl’ in the middle of a double homicide case, ignore three emails about the tech rotation, and now you think caffeine and a muffin are gonna fix it?"

"...Yes?"

A beat.

You reached for the coffee and inspected the lid.

"I will accept this tribute," you said, taking a long sip. "Only because you spelled my name right. That’s rare."

Morgan exhaled. "Good. I was afraid I’d have to beg."

"Oh, don’t worry," you said, licking some foam from your lip. "I haven’t decided not to make you change your ringtone to ‘Oops I Did It Again.’"

He blinked. "As in... Britney?"

"You called me baby girl, Morgan. We’re past embarrassment. We’re in consequences now."

You turned back to your monitors. Morgan hovered nearby, unsure whether to sit or evaporate.

Then, with the faintest grin, he said, "For the record... your voice threw me off. I expected Garcia’s sparkle and jazz hands, and I got Morgan Freeman after two Red Bulls and a week without sleep."

You smirked. "Damn right. Now sit down if you wanna watch me reroute a VPN signal through six countries in under ten seconds."

He did.

Somehow, between the quiet clicks of the keyboard and the occasional slurp of coffee, the awkward began to smooth into something easier. Familiar. Not quite friendship, not quite anything else—but a start.

Almost.

Until you muttered, "Also... I am keeping the BRIBE cup. For legal leverage."

"Noted."

Just then, the sliding glass door to the tech office cracked open with the softest of squeaks.

Garcia peeked in—just her head at first, curls bobbing, glasses slightly askew. Her eyes scanned the room like a hawk on a sugar rush, pupils dilating the second they landed on the scene.

Morgan, sitting casually at the edge of your desk, coffee in hand, looking far too pleased with himself.

You, leaned back with his cup labeled “BRIBE,” one leg hooked under the other, sipping coolly mid-keystroke like this was just another Tuesday.

She froze.

Her eyes widened—comic book style, full saucers. Her mouth parted slightly, as if to gasp, but no sound came out.

She squealed—silently, violently, like her entire body had been possessed by the spirit of a thousand fangirls trying to behave in a museum. Shoulders shaking, hands clenched in excitement, every cell of her being vibrating at a frequency only dolphins could hear.

And then—

She turned on her heel and sprinted out of the room.

Just full cartoon physics. Gone.

You didn’t even blink. “She’s gonna turn this into a PowerPoint, isn’t she?”

Morgan sighed into his coffee. “She already has one.”

[nunyabznsbabes]

Katniss is like Lucy Gray this, Katniss is like Sejanus that, and yes fine that's all good and true and lovely but Katniss Everdeen is also a direct parallel to Coriolanus Snow and people NEED to start talking about this because it's driving me crazy.

Think about it: they both grew up poor and deeply vulnerable, losing parents at a very young age, with a matriarchal adult (Katniss' mother and Coriolanus' Grandma'am) who fails to provide for them emotionally and physically. They intimately understand the threat of starvation, even developing with stunted growth because of it, and their narrations in the books share a fixation on food. Throughout their childhoods, both experienced constant fear and suffered a fundamental lack of control over their circumstances. Because of this, they're inherently suspicious of the people around them. They resent feeling indebted to others, especially those who have saved their lives. They're motivated almost entirely by family and deeply connected to their communities. Both are used and manipulated by the Capitol, both are forced to perform to survive and despise every inch of it, both are thrown into the Arena and made to kill. Both have a self-sacrificial, genuinely sweet sister figure acting as their conscience. Peeta and Lucy Gray - performers and love interests with a fundamental kindness and sense of hope about them - fulfill markedly similar roles in their narrative. Both contribute to the development of the future Hunger Games, Snow throughout tbosas and Katniss towards the end of Mockingjay.

It's easy to ignore these similarities because, as mirrors of each other, they are exact opposites. Katniss is from District 12, viewed and treated as less than human; Snow is the cream of the Capitol crop, given the privilege of a name with social weight, an ancestral home, and the opportunity of the Academy despite having no more money than a miner from 12. Katniss has no agency over her life, and responds by being kind whenever she's able, while Snow justifies horrendous evils in order to continue his quest for complete control. Katniss does everything she can to protect her family; Snow does everything he can to protect his family's image as an extension of his own ego. Katniss loves her District and connects with its inhabitants on a meaningful level, but Snow is indifferent at best to his peers - the apparent "superior people" - and only engages with his community for personal gain. Katniss emerges from the Arena horrified at herself and the system, but Snow takes his trauma and turns it into an excuse to perpetuate the violence with himself at the top. Katniss cares for Prim until her death and then snaps at the loss of her little sister, while Snow survives on Tigris' blood, sweat, and tears and then torments and abandons her, presumably because she calls him out on his insanity. Snow actively adds to and popularizes the Hunger Games because of his vendetta against the Districts following his childhood wartime trauma - Katniss briefly agrees to a new Hunger Games (which is arguably a facade to trick Coin), but later definitively stops them from happening by killing Coin and choosing a life of peace and privacy. Snow is obsessed with revenge, but Katniss empathizes with the Capitolites and does what she can to keep them from suffering. He exists in a cruel system and selfishly upholds it; she exists in a cruel system and works to dismantle it for the good of her family and community, at great personal cost. And Peeta and Lucy Gray are incredibly similar, but Katniss and Peeta forge a relationship of genuine love and understanding that shines in comparison to Coriolanus' obsessive projection onto Lucy Gray.

So, yeah, Katniss is Lucy Gray haunting Coriolanus. But I bet you anything that eighty-something year old President Snow looks at her, the girl on fire, and thinks that he sees the ghost of his own past: bright and young and brilliant, emerging from a childhood of starvation with a relentless hunger for success, a talented and charming performer helping her win the Games. And that's why he's so afraid of her! Because if he sees himself in her, then he's up against his own cunning, his own talent for manipulation, his own charisma, his own genius. He reads her wrong, obviously, but it means that in his mind he's up against the version of himself that he could have been, with the nightmare army of his childhood at her back and her star-crossed lover at her side, spewing Sejanus' truths in his own voice. This isn't to say that Katniss ever achieved the level of power and agency that Coriolanus did during her time with the rebellion, but it is to say that Snow was taken down by what truly terrified him - his own morality, come to finish the job.

[astrologydray]

The Lubby-dubby side of the Venus signs 🥰😍😘😫

😈Aries Venus:

They love teasing, playful banter, and a little bit of competitive flirting. If they’re wrestling with you for fun, they’re into you😭.

Aries Venus shows love through big, impulsive acts—surprise dates, random “I love you” texts, or whisking you away on an adventure.

Hugs? More like bone-crushing embraces. Kisses? Always fiery and full of urgency.

Aries Venus won’t sugarcoat things, but their honesty means you’ll always know where you stand with them.

They need excitement in relationships—think spontaneous road trips, fun challenges, or chasing each other around the house just for fun🥰.

😈Taurus Venus:

Taurus Venus loves physical touch—expect long hugs, hand-holding, and falling asleep tangled together. They show love through warmth and closeness.

Expect candlelit dinners, cozy nights in, soft blankets, and music that sets the mood. Taurus Venus loves creating ambiance😫.

They prove their love through consistency, loyalty, and little everyday gestures—cooking for you, remembering your favorite things, and making sure you feel secure.

They want to be yours and yours alone—they’re protective, a little jealous, and love when you’re just as obsessed with them😚.

They express love through gifts, delicious food, and making sure you’re comfortable—they want you to be pampered and adored🤩.

😈Gemini Venus:

Expect clever comebacks, inside jokes, and playful sarcasm—it’s their way of keeping things exciting.

Gemini Venus bonds through talking, debating, and exchanging ideas. Deep late-night talks, sending memes, and random fun facts? That’s their love language🧠.

They’re the type to randomly text you “wyd” every hour and expect a full conversation about nothing. If they overshare, they’re hooked on you❤️‍🔥.

Love should feel like a never-ending sleepover—laughing, talking about anything and everything, and never running out of things to do together.

Compliments, sweet texts, and witty one-liners are their way of saying “I love you.” They’ll always make you feel mentally stimulated and adored🥰.

😈Cancer Venus:

snuggling, forehead kisses, and wrapping you up in a warm embrace make them feel safe and connected❤️.

Cooking for you, making sure you’re eating well, checking in on your feelings—they show love by taking care of you in little, thoughtful ways.

They form deep emotional bonds and need reassurance that you feel the same way. They be emotionally attached af😫🥰.

Cancer Venus wants to build a cozy, intimate world with their person—expect sweet traditions, a shared playlist, or a comfy home full of love.

If they love you, they will be protective. They may get jealous easily, but it’s just because they feel so deeply😤.

😈Leo Venus:

Expect big hugs, dramatic kisses, and constant compliments. Leo Venus isn’t shy about showing their love loud and proud.

Posting you on social media, bragging about you to friends, wanting to match outfits—they love making their love public and undeniable. Showing you off as they should😫.

When they love you, they’re all in. They’ll defend your honor, hype you up, and make sure you know you’re theirs.

Think romantic surprises, heartfelt love letters, and planning unforgettable dates. Love with them feels like a movie moment🤩.

Once they commit, they’re ride or die. They want a love that feels powerful, unbreakable, and meant to be🤞🏾.

😈Virgo Venus:

They show love by helping, fixing, and making your life easier—whether it’s remembering your schedule, bringing you food, or handling the little things you forget. Very thoughtful 🤔.

They notice everything—your likes, dislikes, habits, and moods. If they love you, they’ll adjust themselves to fit your needs effortlessly.

When a Virgo Venus commits, they’re all in. They don’t fall in love easily, but once they do, they’re steady, trustworthy, and always there for you.

They remember the little things—your favorite coffee order, what makes you anxious, or the book you said you wanted months ago❤️.

Instead of grand gestures, they show up for you daily, proving their love through consistency, effort, and devotion.

😈Libra Venus:

Even in love, they never stop flirting. Expect sweet compliments, lingering eye contact, and teasing banter that keeps the spark alive❤️‍🔥.

They adore romance and will shower you with affection, gifts, and quality time—but they also want to be adored in return.

Whether it’s holding hands, cuddling, or whispering sweet things, they love gentle, elegant forms of intimacy😫.

They’ll create romantic dates with candles and soft music, write heartfelt love notes, or plan something special just to make you smile.

Love should feel easy, fun, and full of connection—they want someone they can talk to for hours and still feel completely enchanted by.

😈Scorpio Venus:

When they love you, you become their world. They’re not interested in casual affection—they want something real and unbreakable.

If they’re in love, they’ll make sure you’re safe, defended, and completely theirs. A little jealous? Maybe. But only because they love so deeply🖤.

They won’t always say how much they love you—but you’ll feel it in the way they look at you, touch you, and fight for you😫.

They don’t do superficial romance, but expect intense, meaningful gestures, like sharing secrets they tell no one else or remembering tiny details about you forever.

they want growth, depth, and transformation. If they love you, they’ll push you to evolve into your best self🤞🏾.

😈Sagittarius Venus:

Expect random road trips, last-minute date ideas, and a relationship that feels like a never-ending adventure. They want a love that’s exciting and free🏃🏾.

They want a partner they can grow with, debate with, and experience new things with—mental stimulation is a must!

They’ll tell you exactly how they feel, and while they value independence, they’re incredibly devoted to the person who can keep up with them.

They won’t cling, but if they keep coming back to you even with all their options, that’s how you know you have their heart.

They might not always be romantic, but when they do express love, it’s bold, dramatic, and full of enthusiasm🤪.

😈Capricorn Venus:

When they’re in love, they’re all in for the long haul. They want to build something solid and lasting with their partner.

they show love through providing, taking care of you, and making sure you’re supported. If they’re taking care of the logistics of your life, that’s love 💕.

They show up for you, day in and day out. Whether it’s supporting your career goals or just being there when you need them, they’re always dependable.

They might not wear their heart on their sleeve, but they’re extremely affectionate in subtle ways—holding your hand, offering gentle touches, or showing interest in your day.

they’re drawn to partners who are ambitious, responsible, and goal-oriented. If you earn their admiration, they’ll show love through undying support😚.

😈Aquarius Venus:

They show affection by engaging in thought-provoking conversations, debates, and sharing ideas. If they’re excited to discuss something with you, it’s a sign they’re deeply connected.

They love someone who embraces their individuality. Expect unexpected surprises that reflect their quirky nature—random gifts, offbeat date ideas, or spontaneous adventures.

They’ll love you by encouraging you to follow your dreams, be your own person, and express your full potential🤞🏾.

They may not be outwardly emotional, but their love runs deep. If they open up to you emotionally, it’s a sign they truly trust you. They express love through actions, ideas, and long-term commitment🥹.

While they care deeply, they need space and independence. They show love by giving their partner room to grow and encouraging personal freedom.

😈Pisces Venus:

Pisces Venus loves through empathy and emotional depth. They want to connect on a soul level, often feeling like their love is fated or destined.

They show love through gentle acts of care, like offering comfort when you’re down, listening to your deepest thoughts, or simply being there when you need them.

Pisces Venus is very attuned to their partner’s emotional needs. They can sense when you’re feeling off or need reassurance, and they’ll go out of their way to make you feel loved and cared for😘.

They love expressing affection through art, poetry, or music—whether it’s sharing a song that reminds them of you or painting something inspired by their love for you😍.

Expect soft touches, sweet words, and an overall nurturing energy. They want to make you feel cherished in the most gentle and unhurried way🥰.

[dottysdokis]

The missing Journal 3 pages in TBOB are so interesting to me in further contextualizing Ford's mindset of shame regarding Bill. We'd gotten a snippet of it in the original J3 release:

But Bill shows us the less pragmatic motivations behind his actions, the mushy feely stuff he was too embarrassed to properly journal, putting certain series events into new context. Particularly this scene where after a whole episode of dancing around it, he finally opens up to Dipper about the nature of their relationship:

"Bill wasn't always my enemy, Dipper. I used to think he was my friend, long long ago..."

But does he really tell the full truth here? The cat's out of the bag, Dipper knows they had a deal, there's no reason not to tell everything. But Ford proceeds to explain his reasoning for summoning Bill as a purely practical, scientifically-driven one.

"I had hit a roadblock on my investigation of Gravity Falls. Until I found some mysterious writing in a cave. Ancient incantations about a being with answers. It warned me not to read them, but I was desperate."

Desperate...for what? Ford would have us believe it was for the sake of knowledge. Yet TBOB shows us that this is the entry immediately preceding his and Bill's first meeting.

Ford isn't some unfeeling robot powered solely by knowledge, he has human needs. He was lonely, lonely enough to summon a demon for companionship. A companionship so intimate, he describes his meeting Bill as the best day of his life, and laments the periods of absence from him.

That desire for intimacy is ultimately what drove him, and even with all his dirty laundry laid out he can't admit that part to Dipper. Maybe he doesn't even realize it himself, at least not until the post-Weirdmaggedon sections of TBOB:

Under the shame of unleashing Bill Cipher's destruction on the world, there's a much deeper shame: that Stanford Pines is not a lone-wolf, unfeeling sci-fi hero, but a fallible human being, capable of illogical sentimentality and longing for approval and (in)human connection. The exact nature of this sentimentality and longing is left to interpretation, but the efforts he goes to to conceal it make me lean towards something beyond platonic. Alex Hirsch's own words might support this:

"I think he is deeply, deeply hiding from his real feelings about things, because at some point early on, he decided that he could run from hurt by achievement and by creation, and has dug that hole so deep that he has no relationships. He doesn't have friendships, he doesn't have romantic relationships, he is someone trapped in a tower of his own mind and estranged. Ford shows none of that. He has sublimated himself romantically so, so deeply. (…) I really thought of Ford kind of like Tesla in that realm.”

TL;DR Ford is up in his feelings about Bill and repressing hard. This is also eerily reminiscent of the self-blame abuse survivors engage in, the hesitance to tell others, and shame over persisting feelings for their abuser.

[hyunjincanraptoo]

Hwang Hyunjin as your boyfriend

Alexa play Where Love Begins by Colde

Museum dates:

A museum date with Hyunjin is more than just admiring art— it’s an experience, a beautiful exchange of thoughts and emotions. Walking with your hands tangled through the exhibits, you both admire the intricate brushstrokes and carefully crafted sculptures. Hyunjin isn’t just there for the aesthetics, he dives deep into the meaning of each piece, discussing the stories behind the art with you, sharing his thoughts in that gentle, thoughtful voice of his. His eyes light up when he talks about a painting or sculpture that resonates with him, and he loves to hear your interpretation, always valuing your perspective too. Afterward, a quiet walk around the museum’s garden, or maybe a cozy café nearby, wraps up the date perfectly. It’s not just about the art— it’s about the connection you feel, the way he makes even the most intellectual moments feel intimate and full of warmth

𔓶𑇓𝆬 ͙࿐𓈒ْ ㅤㅤ ㅤ

ㅤ

Showering together:

Showering together with Hyunjin feels like a moment just for the two of you, a quiet, intimate escape from everything else. The water falls over you both as he gently foams shampoo into your hair, his touch soft yet tender. He can’t help but smile at the way you lean into him, your bodies close under the warm spray. The laughter that escapes when he playfully splashes you or the soft whispers exchanged as you rinse off, make every second feel magical. And even when the shower is over, he never wants to let you go, his arms always lingering around you, as if holding on to the moment.

𔓶𑇓𝆬 ͙࿐𓈒ْ ㅤㅤ

Keeps you warm:

He works out to stay strong… and to keep you warm. Nothing hurts his heart more than seeing you tremble when you're cold. So he quickly pulls you into his arms, wrapping you tightly with his warmth. Whether it's a cold night or a chilly morning, he makes sure you feel nothing but the heat of his love surrounding you.

𔓶𑇓𝆬 ͙࿐𓈒ْ ㅤㅤ

Takes you to tour with him:

Hyunjin loves touring, seeing his fans, and discovering new places. But what's the point of doing it without you? Exactly, none. He told his manager that he was taking you along, even if he had to sneak you in his bag. That way, he can create new memories with you in the most iconic places around the world, such as kisses under the Eiffel Tower, gelato in front of the Coliseum, skiing in Bariloche, sunbathing on Copacabana Beach— he’s happy to have you by his side.

𔓶𑇓𝆬 ͙࿐𓈒ْ ㅤㅤ

Massages:

Hyunjin’s hands are a work of art—  large, beautiful, and incredibly talented. When he gives you a massage, it’s not just a way to relax, it’s a display of his love and care. He knows exactly how to apply just the right amount of pressure, using his strong fingers to knead away the tension in your shoulders, back, and neck. His hands glide effortlessly over your skin, making you feel like you’re melting into the comfort of his touch. He takes his time, paying attention to every little detail, his thumbs working skillfully into the knots, and his fingers gliding over the most tender spots. You can feel the warmth and strength of his hands, and it’s impossible not to melt under his touch. Whether it’s after a long day or just because he wants to spoil you, Hyunjin’s massages are a reminder of how deeply he cares for you— making you feel cherished and completely at ease.

𔓶𑇓𝆬 ͙࿐𓈒ْ ㅤㅤ

Aftercare:

Sex with Hyunjin is surely amazing, but after everything settles, there’s a softness that envelops the space between you both. Hyunjin’s hands gently trace over your skin, his touch soothing and warm, like a quiet promise. He holds you close, his breath slow and steady, his lips pressed softly to your temple, whispering comforting words. He loves the way your skin feels against his, the connection lingering even after the passion fades. He gets up only to return with water, offering it to you with a tender smile, eyes soft, full of affection. He’ll make sure you’re comfortable, adjusting the blankets around you, creating a safe space where you can both relax. The intimate moments aren’t over— his fingertips lightly run over your arm, the sensation almost like a reassurance, an unspoken conversation between your hearts. The warmth of his embrace holds you steady as you both drift into that peaceful, quiet calm that only the two of you can share after such closeness.

𔓶𑇓𝆬 ͙࿐𓈒ْ ㅤㅤ

Paints you:

Literally paints on you. He says you're too perfect to be captured on a regular canvas, so he turns you into one instead. He loves to run his brushes along your beautiful curves. No matter your body type, to Hyunjin, you're the most perfect canvas he could ever have.

𔓶𑇓𝆬 ͙࿐𓈒ْ ㅤㅤ

Late night talks:

This little dumpling loves hearing about how your day went, but more than that, he loves chatting about his own day too. Laying on your belly in bed while you caress his hair (or what's left of it, hehe), he talks about every single detail of his day— from the moment Changbin came into his room and threw a pillow at his face to wake him up, to lunchtime with his members, practice at the company, and finally, the moment he gets to meet you (honestly, the best part).

𔓶𑇓𝆬 ͙࿐𓈒ْ ㅤㅤ

"Baby":

He always calls you "baby". Whether it's the first thing you hear in the morning while his body is tangled with yours between the sheets, his voice still lazy and raspy, or when you have a rare argument, and he looks at you with those pitiful eyes (like this 🥺), completely destabilizing your tough exterior. His gentle tone melts all your frustrations away, and no matter how hard you try to hold your ground, you always end up giving in with a soft sigh. You can't resist the way he says it, the way it feels like he's saying it just for you, like you're the most important person in the world to him.

𔓶𑇓𝆬 ͙࿐𓈒ْ ㅤㅤ

Photos:

With a camera in hand, Hyunjin becomes your personal photographer. He takes photos of literally everything you do. In his camera roll, there are pictures of you sleeping, eating, brushing your teeth, cooking, washing your hair, and dancing frantically to skz songs. You can’t blame him, though. The man sees you as his inspiring muse.

𔓶𑇓𝆬 ͙࿐𓈒ْ ㅤㅤ

Third wheel of Hyunlix:

Don’t get me wrong, Hyunjin loves you, but whenever Felix shows up, it’s like you’re instantly the third wheel. The two of them get this unspoken connection, laughing at inside jokes, teasing each other relentlessly, and sharing a bond that makes you feel like you're watching from the sidelines. You pretend to be annoyed, but deep down, it’s lovely. You can’t help but smile as they jokingly fight over who gets to sit next to you, knowing they’d never leave you out for too long.

𔓶𑇓𝆬 ͙࿐𓈒ْ ㅤㅤ

 He’s your partner in beauty rituals:

Hyunjin loves watching you go through your makeup and skincare routine, fascinated by how effortlessly you transform with each step. He'll sit beside you, handing you products with a smile, always making little comments about how you’re already beautiful no matter what you do. But he also loves the idea of doing it together— from skincare to nail painting. You’ll both sit side by side, him with his own skincare routine, carefully applying his serums and masks like it’s a ritual, occasionally glancing at you with a playful grin as he asks for tips.

When it comes to nail painting, you’ll laugh together as you both paint each other’s nails, Hyunjin focusing intently on making sure each stroke is perfect, but his concentration slips every time you both burst into giggles. He loves matching colors with you— whether it’s bold, fun designs or soft pastel shades. You both take your time, chatting about everything and anything, sometimes laughing at the mess you make. It’s not just about looking good, it’s about sharing those carefree moments where you both feel relaxed and connected.

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[clairerosetarot]

PICK A PIC: Your Future Spouses Favorite Part/Feature of You 18+ 💦

Hey guysss this was the most requested reading in my inbox, so here y’all go! :)) Also I forgot to add the cards I pulled and I forgot what they were after writing lmao pls bear wit me y’all. Anyways remember if it doesn’t apply let it fly 🪽 as this is a general and not personal reading.

Pile 1 🍒 Your future spouse is drawn to your confident and radiant energy! They love the way you carry yourself—there's something magnetic about your presence. The card reveals that they adore your sensuality and the way you move with grace. 💃💫 It’s your inner charm and the way you make them feel alive that is irresistible. They’ll always be enchanted by your vibe. Maybe you aren’t like this ow but trust- you will be when you become their wife🫣😂 🥺

You have what i’m hearing is like a celebrity vibe, and they can’t believe you- their so called celebrity crush😂 is giving them all this attention. When they imagine you, they can’t help but picture the feeling of your body against theirs—your hips swaying with confidence as you move towards them, the delicate touch of your fingertips tracing over their skin. ( they also love to watch you ride🎠🐎🤭) Every move you make, every flick of your hair, only adds to the overwhelming pull they feel. They love how every glance from you makes them feel like they’re the only one in the room, and they can’t stop thinking about the chemistry between you two. There’s no denying it: your presence is magnetic, and they can’t get enough of how effortlessly you captivate them. The way you make them feel so alive with just your presence leaves them hungering for more, always ready to experience the electric connection between you two, again and again. 💋🔥

Pile 2 🍉 In this pile, the card hints that your future spouse is captivated by your playful spirit. They love your smile and the way you laugh, which lights up any room. 😏😊 It's the little moments, like the twinkle in your eyes or the way you tease them with a wink. Your playful energy is something they find truly irresistible, keeping them coming back for more.

Your future spouse is absolutely entranced by the playful, yet deeply seductive energy you bring. There’s something about the way you smile, the way your lips curl into that flirty expression, that sends a rush of desire through them. 🤤 It’s not just your physical beauty that they adore, but the way you tease them with your playful energy, making every moment feel charged with sexual tension. I’m getting that this pile’s dynamic is very grumpy x sunshine were they are more stoic and reserved and you are this lovely ball of of sunshine awww. 🌈🥰 Your smile, your laugh, the way you make everything feel lighthearted and fun, drives them wild because they know there’s a much deeper, more passionate side to you that they can’t wait to experience. It’s almost like you’re a puzzle to them—beautiful, mysterious, and always keeping them wanting more. The way you catch their eye and hold that gaze, that slight smirk on your face, it’s like you’re daring them to take things further. And they just might take the bait everytime 🤭.

Pile 3 🍓 Here, the cards show they’re entranced by your touch. Whether it’s a soft caress or a lingering hand, your future spouse loves how you make them feel with even the smallest physical gestures. 🫶💋 They can’t get enough of your affection and feel completely connected when you touch them. It’s a bond that feels intimate, electric, and oh so sensual.

You trace along their body, exploring, teasing, and sending their senses into overdrive, leaves them yearning for more. They love the warmth of your skin against theirs, the way your bodies connect and create sparks with every touch. The intensity of your touch speaks volumes to them, making them feel things they’ve never felt before, as if you’re unlocking a new layer of desire that they didn’t even know existed. The simple act of your hands on their body drives them wild, and they can’t wait to feel that connection every time you’re close. They fantasize about feeling you trace your hands over them, each touch sending shivers down their spine and igniting a passion that only you can stir. Your touch makes them feel like they belong to you, that the bond between you two is deeper and more intimate than anything they’ve ever known. ❤️‍🔥🥺

They think about how your touch makes them feel so alive, how you can communicate everything without saying a word. Your hands on their body have the power to make them feel things they’ve never felt before, and they can’t wait to be touched by you again. They love the way you know just how to touch them, whether it’s with a light, teasing caress or a more possessive grip that leaves them breathless. Your touch brings them closer to you, and with every moment, they crave the feeling of your hands all over them, and theirs all over you. P.S. I’m also getting that they love your hair, maybe you have a lot, and it’s really curly and big or you just take good care of it with a luxurious routine, whatever it is - its got them hooked. 😂

Pile 4 🍰 In this pile, the cards reveals your future spouse’s deep admiration for your lips. They’re completely entranced by the way your lips move when you speak or smile, and they often find themselves daydreaming about your kisses. 😘💋 Whether it’s a gentle peck or a passionate embrace, or even more 😏 your lips are their favorite feature—an irresistible invitation they can’t resist.

Your future spouse is utterly captivated by your lips. There’s something so magnetic about the way your lips move, the way they curve into that smile or part slightly when you speak. Every time they look at your lips, they feel an overwhelming urge to kiss you, to feel the softness of your lips against theirs. They fantasize about your kisses—how they start slow and tender, exploring, before escalating into something deeper, more urgent. I’m also getting that after a long day at work all they can think about is you using those lips to get them off🫣🍭. The feeling of your lips on theirs is something they can’t get enough of, each kiss sending waves of desire through their entire body. Can somebody say oral fixation?!?! LOL.

[saoney]

520, Rafayel

𖠋♡𖠋 Rafayel x Fem!Reader

From the very beginning of your relationship with Rafayel, the two of you have always been careful— intimate, yet protective. Boundaries were respected. Desires tempered with responsibility. But when your dear friend confides in you about the overwhelming intimacy of being creampied, curiosity begins to bloom. A hunger to experience that same raw connection stirs inside you. Will he give in to your request? Or will love, lust and trust collide in a night that changes everything?

Trigger warning: creampie

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The decision came on a slow morning in bed, wrapped in sheets that smelled like his cologne and your skin. The kind of morning where everything is soft — his voice, the light streaming through the window, the way his thumb traced lazy circles on your bare hip.

“No kids,” you said, your head tucked under his chin.

“No kids,” Rafayel agreed, almost instantly, the conviction in his voice wrapping around you like a warm blanket.

You both smiled.

You didn’t need more than that. You had each other. The art, the city, the laughter between studio walls and nighttime walks after closing hours. The way he’d press kisses behind your ear when you sat on his lap, or how his touch could turn your bones to syrup when he whispered your name like a prayer.

It wasn’t that you didn’t love deeply. You did, possibly too deeply. But maybe that was why the thought of children felt too heavy. You were already navigating a universe made entirely of the two of you. You didn’t need anything more.

But still, the curiosity lingered.

It started as a joke, once, after a brunch date with your friend who couldn’t stop gushing about how incredible it felt when her boyfriend— “She said it’s like… this flood. Of warmth. Of love,” you’d told him one night, sprawled together on the couch, your legs tangled over his. “Like she could feel him in her for hours.”

Rafayel stiffened beneath you.

You looked up at him, amused. “You okay?”

His jaw ticked. “That’s… not something I’ve ever heard you want before.”

“I didn’t say I wanted it.” You paused. “I just said I’m curious.”

He shifted beneath you, pulling you a little tighter. “I wouldn’t be able to control myself.”

The way he said it low, conflicted, almost vulnerable — made something deep inside you ache.

“Is that so bad?” you whispered, half-teasing, half-meaning it.

He didn’t answer.

But the thought stuck with both of you.

Tonight, you wore the red dress.

Not for the occasion. For him.

Dinner had been intoxicating — not the wine, but him — the way he looked at you across the table, hand on your thigh, voice a velvet murmur in your ear when he leaned too close.

“You’re making it very hard to behave,” he’d said, teeth grazing your earlobe.

“You never behave,” you’d whispered back.

By the time you both stumbled back to his studio, your lipstick was smudged from kisses in the car, your breath shallow, your thighs pressed together with unbearable ache.

He pinned you lightly against the door of Mo Art, kissing you like he’d waited a century for this moment.

“Let’s continue this in our bedroom, yeah?” he murmured, voice rough, eyes molten.

You nodded, dizzy with anticipation.

The lights were low. His paintings stood witness from every wall, but you only saw him — his flushed cheeks, the hunger in his gaze, the way he gently, reverently, slid the zipper of your dress down and kissed every inch he revealed.

“Beautiful,” he whispered. “Always so fucking beautiful���”

When he laid you down, it wasn’t rushed. It was worship.

The way his hands caressed you — slow, thorough, like he was sketching your body into memory. The way he kissed your chest, your stomach, your thighs, murmuring your name like it was holy.

When he slid the condom on, you felt the weight of it between you, not disappointment, but… distance. A soft barrier you suddenly wished wasn’t there.

But you let it happen. At first.

Because the way he sank into you in missionary, the way he groaned your name into your mouth and whispered, “I love you,” was still everything.

“Ah—Rafayel,” you moaned, arching into him.

“You feel so good, cutie,” he panted, rocking into you, strong and slow. “So tight. You always take me so well.”

You kissed his throat, clutched his back, wrapped your legs around him.

But something inside you begged for more. For everything.

And when he shifted the angle and your body trembled with how deep he reached, you knew.

Now was the moment.

Your hips roll up to meet his. Each thrust hits deep, precise, intimate. But that thin layer — that barrier — it's all you can think about.

You wanted him. All of him.

His cock, his heat, his surrender. The rawness of nothing between you but love and sweat and skin.

He’s murmuring against your lips, “God, you feel so good, cutie. You’re squeezing me so tight... fuck—just like that... I love you.”

You look up at him — flushed, his curls damp with sweat, eyes hooded and glassy with need. And your heart, your soul, everything that is you reaches out.

You pull him in for a kiss, long and lingering. Then gently push him back.

“Lie down,” you whisper.

He blinks. “What?”

“I want to ride you.”

He grins, breathless. “You’re trying to kill me.”

You shake your head. “I want to feel you.”

He exhales hard, nods, lets you push him gently to the mattress. You straddle him, bodies slick and trembling, hearts pounding in tandem. He watches with reverence as you guide him back in, already pulsing for you.

You start to move slow, controlled, hypnotic. Your hands on his chest, your head thrown back.

And then, in that moment — you do it.

Fingers slide down to the base of him.

And you pull the condom off.

His eyes shoot open.

“Wait—what are you—?”

You look down at him, lips parted, chest rising and falling with every breath.

“Please,” you whisper. “I need this. I need you.”

He stares up at you, torn between fear and lust and love so deep it makes his voice crack. “I’ll lose control.”

You nod slowly. “That’s what I want.”

His hands grip your hips like he’s trying to ground himself. “I’ll go too deep. I’ll come too fast. I’ll—fuck—I might not be able to stop.”

“Then don’t,” you whisper, lowering yourself onto him.

And he breaks.

The moment he slides inside you bare, it’s like your whole body seizes — not in pain, but in shock.

“Ah—fuck—” you both gasp in unison.

It’s different.

He’s thicker, hotter, every ridge and vein pressing into your most tender places. Every inch of him stretching you, claiming you. No barrier. No separation. Just him.

And he feels everything.

Every shiver of your walls. Every flutter, every tremble. You’re wet, so wet, and he’s drowning in it.

“Oh my god,” you moan, head falling back. “You feel—so deep, Rafayel. So full.”

He’s biting his lip, hands digging into your thighs. “Shit, shit—fuck, you’re perfect. You feel perfect. I can’t—honey, you’re gonna ruin me.”

You start to move, riding him in slow, deep waves, and he’s not surviving this. He’s shaking, breathless, eyes locked on the spot where your bodies meet.

“You’re squeezing me so tightly,” he growls, voice hoarse. “I can feel your pulse, cutie—fuck.”

You clench around him on purpose and he groans, hands flying to your hips. “D-Don’t do that—you’re gonna make me come!—”

“That’s the point,” you breathe, leaning over him. “I want you to. Inside me.”

He grabs you, flips you under him so fast you gasp. Now he’s on top, pounding into you with raw, unfiltered need, the sounds of your skin slapping echoing through the room.

He moans against your neck, voice wrecked. “I’m not gonna last—I’m not—ah, fuck—I’m sorry—”

“Do it,” you cry. “Please, baby. Fill me. Claim me. I want to feel all of you.”

And with a strangled groan, he bites the side of your neck — not hard, just enough to mark — and then...

He lets go.

He collapses over you, shuddering.

Your fingers thread into his damp curls, stroking, soothing. His breath is ragged against your neck. He hasn’t pulled out. You can feel the warmth inside you, thick and real, and the slow, delicious weight of him softening but still buried deep.

Neither of you moves for a long moment.

The silence is not empty. It’s swollen with something raw and full.

“…fuck,” he finally whispers, voice barely there. “…I came inside you.”

You hold him tighter. “I know.”

“I didn’t mean to—I mean—” He lifts his head, looking into your eyes. “I meant it, but I didn’t plan it. You— you looked at me like that and I lost every ounce of control I thought I had. I couldn’t say no to you.”

You smile, brushing his sweaty hair from his forehead. “You didn’t need to.”

He groans softly, burying his face into the crook of your neck. “You’re going to ruin me.”

“You already are,” you whisper, tilting your head to give him better access. “You’re so deep in me, Rafayel. I can still feel you…”

His hips twitch involuntarily, and he lets out a helpless moan. “Fuck, don’t say that—”

“But it’s true,” you murmur. “You’re leaking out of me and it’s the most intimate thing I’ve ever felt.”

That stuns him into silence.

He finally pulls back just enough to look at you. His eyes are full with concern, with awe, with something fragile and breaking. “Are you… okay?”

You nod. “More than okay.”

“I didn’t hurt you?”

You shake your head. “You loved me.”

He exhales shakily, then leans down to kiss your lips, your jaw, your cheeks — over and over like he’s trying to convince himself this moment is real.

“I love you so much it terrifies me,” he confesses, pressing his forehead to yours.

Your hand finds his. “Then we’re terrified together.”

He smiles. It’s that rare, boyish smile — the one that only comes out when his armor drops.

You both stay tangled like that, long past the moment his body finally slides out of yours. He kisses the inside of your thighs, cleaning you with trembling fingers and reverent care, whispering apologies and praises in equal measure.

Later, under the covers, when the tremors have subsided and the world is quiet again, he pulls you close and murmurs:

“No more condoms?”

You laugh, curling into his chest. “Let’s see how long we last.”

He chuckles, low and wicked in your ear. “Not too long, cutie. Not if you keep looking at me the way you did tonight.”

You smile, content and sated. “Good.”

Because you don’t need anything else.

Just him.

Just this.

Just the two of you — raw, messy, vulnerable, and in love.

[thetrasha]

One Piece: Kaleidoscope Kisses

feat. ZORO, USOPP, SHANKS, BUGGY, MIHAWK

ZORO

Mood: FAMILIAR

Type: KISS ON THE LIPS

Zoro is a man who keeps most matters private. People don’t need to be all up in his business; he can decide for himself, especially when it comes to matters of the heart. He isn’t used to truly committed relationships since he’s intensely concentrated on becoming the world’s greatest swordsman – that’s his dream and he does everything in his power to chase that title. Naturally, since his training is so taxing and all-encompassing, he hasn’t had the time to focus on what he wants. He knows the in and outs of serious relationships solely due to social conditioning, but hasn’t reached past the age-old traditions yet. Zoro would never be embarrassed of you, anyone associated with him is a great source of pride for him – you’re certainly not an exception. He’s proud to call himself your partner. Still, he’s rather reserved. The Zoro you know to be intimate and open is a thing between you two. Deeply private, thoroughly perceptive and confident in his abilities – that is the Zoro you know.

A kiss on the lips shared between lovers – what a classic! He finds great comfort in emulating what generations of people have done long before you two were born. If their love has been persistent enough for him to worship its sacred nature, then he wishes that your relationship, by sealing every promise muttered to you in-between kisses with love, will, too, be remembered by generations to come.

USOPP

Mood: SHEEPISH

Type: KISS ON THE CHEEK

Usopp doesn’t mind showing that you and him belong to one another, in fact, he prefers it. It makes it so real and… palpable. Whenever others acknowledge that you and him are a couple, he puffs out his chest; it doesn’t make him feel small at all, if anything, it’s quite the opposite. You like him because of who he already is, not who he projects to be. You are interested in what he will be, instead of who he could be. That makes him feel very secure in your shared connection. Usopp just cannot help but blush whenever you kiss him – his skin is scorching hot all of the sudden and laughs weakly, absolutely smitten. He finds it hard to reciprocate, but doesn’t ever want to think that he doesn’t want your daily confirmations of your love for him, so he started kissing your cheek whenever you’re near.

It’s gentle, sweet and fleeting. He never lingers and often just does it to surprise you, to see a firework dancing in your eyes. It quickly turns playful and the adoration burning in his soul softly dimmers down into domestic bliss, grateful to have found you. He’s happy to express himself in ways that make him feel powerful, after all… you belong to him, just like how he belongs to you.

SHANKS

Mood: SENSUAL

Type: FRENCH KISS

Shanks has developed some unhealthy habits throughout the years… and they run deep. Incredibly, his drinking isn’t the main problem; no, instead, he has acquired the nasty habit to push the people he loves the most away from him. Shanks is someone who firmly believes that he has to shoulder the pain of the world, that he alone can help the helpless and the weak by internalising every bit of evil and piling it onto his peace-loving personality. He is by no means a bad man, but behind the image of the strongest, the most reckless, perhaps the happiest pirate on the planet lies a flower bed of missed opportunities and mistakes. Sometimes, he tries to pull his little stunt with you, trying to cope with a sudden bursts of regret due to melancholy. The only thing that helps is a firm kiss that you are his endgame.

And then, the Shanks who regrets mostly everything joins the Shanks who doesn’t regret anything – both are him, he is early sunshine and he is midnight… all by himself. And just like the tides of time, he consumes you whole. You get dizzy when this rare mood strikes him, because he is all-engulfing, and he wants to remind himself, every time, without fail, that pushing you away wouldn’t do anything but break him further.

Shanks, someone who appears to be larger than life, loves you for reminding him that he is only human after all.

BUGGY

Mood: VULNERABLE

Type: KISS ON THE NOSE

A man like him couldn’t ever be loved, he takes that assumption his self-loathing made up just for him as fact. Less so, now that he actually has a partner who loves him, but he cannot help but look in the mirror after a particularly difficult day. He’s taken his make-up off, his stubble is slowly growing into a beard, and the hair he cares for has become greasy from sweat and grime. When Buggy was a mere boy, you were someone he could only dream of being with; your kind and his kind usually don’t mingle. Meanwhile… he finds it hard to believe that you dreamt of someone like him when you were still little. Someone like him? Really? What… is there to love? Aside from being a liar on a grand scale, Buggy has accomplished nothing that would justify your interest. You were… everything. And he was nothing.

You see the change in his eyes and demeanour as soon as he leaves the bathroom again. He looks… so sad. Frighteningly sad. It breaks your heart to see him like that, but he’s slowly getting better at dealing with his own insecurities, bit by bit. It may never go away completely, but you want to make him see just how little you care for his everything, for he is your everything. A chaste kiss on his swollen nose stops him in his tracks, and genuine wonder replaces the sorrow in his gaze. And then, for the rest of time, you tell him you are proud to call him yours.

MIHAWK

Mood: INTIMATE

Type: KISS ON THE BACK OF THE HAND

Mihawk is accomplished, classy and has an acquired taste for the unconventional. A hardened life, marked by rigorous training, thrilling adventure and an unprecedented amount of power, makes quite lonely by nature. Solitude hasn’t evaded him just because he’s the best – quite the opposite, actually. It went after him directly, because he never noticed his own strength and the strange persona he managed to craft didn't help him in the realisation department. He's come to one conclusion, though… you don’t just believe that you’re the best all of the sudden, you notice it as soon as adversaries cannot keep up with your progress anymore. A lone wolf by nature, Mihawk’s immense pride couldn’t let him believe that it might become a problem. He’d rather feel thousands of years worth of pain than to admit defeat once.

You… always managed to disarm him, though. You aren’t as good as him, you’ll never be – both of you know that. Doesn’t mean that you aren’t allowed to try. Whenever you engage in the dance of battle with him, he can’t help but notice deadly amounts of admiration for you. Distractions like these are what get people killed out there.

He swiftly cuts you down with the back of his sword, handle digging into the back of your shoulder. He applied enough pressure to dominate the fight, but not enough to hurt you once. Dryly, he commented that he won. 281:0.

The two… he affectionately calls them “nit-wits” he housed and mentored watched in amusement, because they didn’t know who you were, but they certainly almost doubled over when Lord Dracule Mihawk helped you up before kneeling down and lowering his head, kissing your hand like it was normal.

[rabbiitte]

Queer Coding in Media: Jayce and Viktor's Case.

Let's address what Christian Linke recently said about Jayce and Viktor's relationship because this is making some noise in the community:

According to the co-creator, Jayce and Viktor love each other like “brothers”.

Christian states that he doesn't understand why people see their relationship as a romantic one.

Linke also added, after the end of the series, that Viktor is canonically asexual and dismissed a possible romantic relationship with Jayce due to that reason.

We'll expand on these points next. But first, some context.

| About queer coding...

If Jayce and Viktor's relationship is seen as beyond brotherly, it's because it was portrayed that way. Their relationship is very queer coded.

Queer coding refers to the practice of subtly implying that a character in a piece of media is part of the LGBTQ+ community without explicitly stating or confirming it. This is often achieved through subtext, symbolism or specific character traits associated with queerness. This often arises due to societal restrictions, censorship or creators intentionally embedding queer elements into their work.

Queer coding for a couple in media involves using subtle visual, narrative or dialogue-based cues to suggest a romantic or deeply intimate connection between two characters without explicitly confirming their relationship as romantic or LGBTQ+. This type of queer coding focuses on the dynamic between the two characters rather than just one individual's traits.

When discussing queer coding in media, the examples can include both the content of the relationship itself (dialogues, interactions and dynamics) and visual and non-visual narrative (cinematographic techniques, narrative techniques and the use of music). Both aspects—content and narrative—are essential to queer coding because: a) Content provides the material that audiences can latch onto (dialogues, dynamics or gestures) and b) the narrative guides how the audience perceives this material (through visuals or music, for example).

Below are examples and methods used to queer code couples:

Relationship's Content (character's dynamics and dialogues):

These are the in-universe moments or dialogues that give romantic or emotionally intense undertones to the relationship. For Jayce and Viktor, this includes:

1. Use of subtext in dialogue or relationships:

Ambiguous or "more-than-friendship" dynamics: Characters have intense emotional bonds or interactions that go beyond typical friendships but stop short of being explicitly romantic. Jayce and Viktor’s connection, for example, is filled with vulnerability, admiration and devotion beyond brotherhood. Their willingness to risk everything to save each other in each timeline adds a tragic, almost romantic layer to their bond. Jayce’s comment calling Viktor “beautiful despite his imperfections” and their mutual sacrifices suggest a deep connection that goes beyond friendship or platonic relationships. Their bond, tied to time loops and destiny, feels more like a soul bond with a cosmic significance that transcends a typical brotherly dynamic. In other cases, this would be a romance.

Loaded Dialogue: Lines of dialogue may carry double meanings or suggest emotional or physical intimacy without being overt (e.g., characters use ambiguous terms like partner, special or soulmate, which can suggest deeper feelings without explicitly labeling the relationship). For example, if one says, "I’d sacrifice everything for you," it resonates beyond platonic territory. Dialogue between Viktor and Jayce is filled with layered meanings that suggest a connection deeper than traditional friendship. Here are some examples:

When Viktor’s former mentor warns him about sacrificing love and legacy, Viktor instinctively replies "Jayce will understand," directly associating Jayce with love and signaling how central Jayce is to his emotional world. Similarly, Jayce’s decision to abandon politics to return to the lab is encapsulated in the line "my place was always here in the lab with you," which emphasizes that his devotion isn't just to their work but specifically to Viktor. The repeated use of "partner" by Jayce further blurs the lines between professional collaboration and emotional intimacy, as the word carries dual meanings, suggesting equality and closeness. The term is somewhere between friends, brothers and more than that. Hence, the term can be freely interpreted. Viktor later reflects on their bond by stating, "it was affection that held us together," acknowledging that their relationship transcended shared goals and was rooted in genuine emotional warmth. Finally, Jayce telling Viktor, "there is beauty in imperfections," as he admires Viktor’s struggles and physical challenges, conveys profound validation and care, elevating their bond to one of deep emotional resonance. These lines collectively demonstrate how their dialogue is charged with a sense of intimacy and mutual admiration, allowing the relationship to be interpreted as more than platonic, hinting at queer coding through its emotional depth and layered expressions.

2. Body language and interactions:

Lingering gazes or physical proximity: Close, lingering touches, extended eye contact or standing too close for “just friends” —common romantic cues—are often used. For example, long hugs, holding hands or standing closely during emotional moments are subtle ways of suggesting attraction or intimacy. In Jayce and Viktor's case, Jayce is almost always the one who initiates the physical contact. Jayce's non-verbal language with Viktor is marked by gestures of reassurence with a hand on his shoulder, hugs without centimeters of distance and fast moves to help Viktor in the face of his weakening due to his illness. An important detail to take into account is Jayce's reaction to Viktor and Mel's return. When Viktor returns from the dead, Jayce surprises his friend with a hug that knocks him off balance by his strength. When Mel returns after no one knew of her whereabouts, Jayce doesn't even hug her, but instead complains about why she didn't save Viktor.

Protective gestures: Scenes of one character sacrificing for, protecting or expressing deep vulnerability to another can suggest more intimate feelings. Jayce and Viktor's relationship also has the presence of hundreds of moments in which they both profess for the safety and well-being of the other. In season one, after having sex with Mel, she wakes up in an empty bed. It turns out that Jayce was with Viktor, waiting on the side of the bed for him to wake up. This detail alone shows where Jayce's loyalty lies. But, overall, Jayce is very delicate and helpful towards Viktor. In turn, the only moment in which Viktor initiates physical contact is to reassure Jayce so that he doesn't feel pain on the astral plane. Both join their foreheads in a significant gesture of appreciation and affection and console each other at the end of their existences.

3. Avoidance of heteronormativity:

Lack of romantic interest in the opposite sex: A queer-coded character may show no explicit attraction to the opposite sex while forming deep emotional bonds with same-sex characters. This is especially true for Viktor, who has had no interest in any character of the opposite gender during the two seasons. The guilt Viktor felt over Sky's death shouldn't be confused with sexual, romantic or aesthetic attraction. Viktor practically didn't even know Sky's name during the first season and, despite knowing each other since childhood, Viktor continues to call her "Miss Young" during the second season. As you may already know, Sky's presence in the second part of Arcane represents what Viktor has left of humanity. Jayce is a separate case, since he did have a sexual-affective relationship with Mel, despite not being officially a couple. However, he always put Viktor's well-being above his relationship with Mel.

Unconventional partnerships: Instead of marrying, having children, or living “normal” lives, queer-coded characters often follow nontraditional paths. The unconventional partnership between Jayce and Viktor lies in their shared path of devoting their lives to science and progress instead of following more traditional societal expectations. Their bond, rooted in their shared ambition and mutual understanding, creates a life partnership that revolves around innovation, discovery and reshaping the world. Together, they prioritize their intellectual and creative pursuits over conventional relationships, with their lab becoming the core of their connection and purpose. This can be seen, for example, in the moment when Jayce decides to resign from politics because he realizes that his place is next to Viktor in the lab. This partnership not only defines their lives but also strengthens their relationship, making it deeply meaningful and unique in its intimacy and shared vision.

Visual and non-visual narrative (cinematographic techniques, narrative techniques and music):

These are the deliberate storytelling choices that imply deeper subtext or allow the audience to interpret a couple's bond as queer. Examples include:

1. Visual narrative:

Symbolism (in scenes): are visual and narrative moments intentionally designed to evoke ambiguity, emotional depth or hidden meanings in a relationship. These scenes often rely on subtext, metaphor or visual framing to suggest intimacy or connection between two characters, leaving their nature open to interpretation. For example, Jayce's campfire scene. Fire might symbolize Jayce's internal turmoil. Mel appearing first may reflect her role as a significant figure in Jayce's life, while Viktor appearing next could symbolize a deeper, enduring connection. The fire "burning away" Mel and transitioning to Viktor might suggest that, in this moment, Jayce's thoughts are consumed by Viktor, representing a priority or emotional focus shifting toward Viktor. So, Viktor isn't simply a colleague or friend but someone whose presence looms large in Jayce's thoughts, surpassing Mel's. While the scene might not explicitly state anything romantic, the visual choices align with tropes often used to convey profound emotional connections, making it easy to interpret the subtext as romantic or deeply personal.

The decision to interweave Viktor’s scene with Jayce and Mel's scene while having sex is highly unusual too. If Jayce and Viktor are purely platonic friends, such a juxtaposition does feel strange. I understand, both Jayce and Viktor are "merging" with something beyond themselves, but can you imagine a similar scene with Jinx and Vi? If Jayce and Viktor's relationship were purely professional, friendly or brotherly, such imagery wouldn't normally feel warranted in storytelling.

Parallelism: In storytelling, parallelism refers to the use of comparable or mirrored elements—such as characters, themes or visuals—to draw connections or contrasts. It often involves showing two or more situations, characters or relationships side-by-side to highlight their similarities, differences or shared significance within the narrative. In Arcane, the creators align Viktor with Mel through parallels. Through this technique, creators seem to suggest that Viktor holds a similar or even equivalent place in Jayce’s life. Since Mel’s relationship with Jayce is explicitly romantic, this framing subtly implies that Viktor could also occupy a romantic or emotionally intimate role.

2. Non-visual narrative:

Music and Lyrics: are powerful tools to subtly hint at romantic or emotional dynamics between characters without explicitly stating them. By selecting specific songs or using lyrics that carry layered meanings, creators can invoke emotions or associations that resonate with queer themes, intimacy or romantic undertones. Songs that have lyrics with open-ended or ambiguous lines, when placed over scenes with queer-coded characters, allow for multiple interpretations. This creates a sense of queerness without labeling it outright, allowing the audience to interpret the relationship as they see fit. As is the case of the song The Line by Twenty One Pilots. Through the line "pull the blanket tight now" you can interpret the song from Viktor's point of view and dedicated to Jayce (since Jayce was the one who gave the blanket to Viktor).

Comparisons and mirroring: narrative parallels with romantic couples, either in character arcs, sacrifices or framing. For example, Jayce and Viktor share a significant bond across multiple timelines. Jinx and Ekko, meanwhile, also share a significant bond in another timeline. This could be interpreted as both couples choosing each other, even, in alternate universes. This is an idea that is commonly related to romantic relationships. Love across different universes is seen as something beyond fraternal and worthy of epic romantic love. In the same episode that Ekko meets Jinx in another timeline, Jayce meets Viktor in another timeline too. The same thing happens in episode three of season two. In the same episode where Vi and Caitlyn fight and part ways, Jayce and Viktor also fight and part ways. In this way, Jayce and Viktor follow a similar pattern and theme (albeit on a larger scale) to that of the other canonically romantic couples in the series.

Subtext in dialogue: refers to lines with double meanings that subtly suggest emotional or romantic undertones. The choice by the creators of lines that are commonly associated with romantic relationships such as "beautiful despite the imperfections", "in all timelines, in all possibilities, only you can show me this", "my place is in the laboratory, with you" or "it was affection that held us" convey an ambiguous message that leaves the possibility of multiple interpretations open. The use of the term "partner" was not accidental either. This word is commonly used by queer individuals to signify a romantic relationship while avoiding gendered language. Jayce and Viktor not calling each other “brothers” is significant because it leaves room for ambiguity, suggesting that the creators might not have wanted to firmly define the relationship. Jayce only called Viktor "brother" once and then insisted on the term "partners" until the end of the series.

As you noted, these aren’t accidental choices—they are purposeful creative decisions made by team members who do support the romantic interpretation of Jayce and Viktor's relationship. Animators, voice actors and designers contributed to shaping this relationship through subtle creative choices. For example, animators might have chosen specific expressions or gestures to convey deeper intimacy, even if this wasn’t explicitly stated in the script. Leaving their relationship ambiguous might have been seen as a “safe” route in the face of disagreements.

In collaborative works like Arcane, no single individual (not even Christian Linke) dictates the entirety of what's canon or not. Creative contributions from diverse team members with their own agenda and interpretations also shape meaning.

If the intention was to show a “brotherly” relationship but the execution led to widespread interpretation of a romantic one, it's failure in storytelling. If the intention was to show a "queer coded" relationship and the execution led to widespread interpretation of a romantic one, then it's success in storytelling.

Death of the author: Viewers also have their own interpretations and that's valid. Varied interpretations shouldn't be dismissed. Here the death of the author applies. This term refers to the fact that, after an author publishes a piece of work, that piece ceases to belong exclusively to the author. Once a work is released, it belongs to the audience as much as the creators. If significant parts of the fanbase interpret Viktor and Jayce as more than friends, that interpretation becomes part of the narrative’s cultural impact, regardless of authorial intent.

The interpretation in media of queer codes is deeply influenced by cultural cues. Although this changes from society to society, social cues are the same for everyone. If Viktor and Jayce’s interactions evoke a sense of romance, it’s because the storytelling taps into those cues, whether intentionally or not. The relationship between them two integrates cultural and social codes typical of queer relationships.

Cultural codes: are tied to traditions, beliefs and shared understandings within a specific culture or subculture. They include symbols (objects, gestures, or imagery that carry specific meanings within a culture —e.g., a wedding ring symbolizing commitment—), narrative patterns (storytelling conventions that audiences recognize, such as the "star-crossed lovers" trope or visual parallels that suggest a connection between characters), expressions and language (words, phrases, or metaphors that carry connotations shaped by cultural usage —e.g., the word "partner" often implying romance in contemporary Western culture—.

Social codes: are the behaviors and norms that define interactions and relationships between individuals or groups. These codes are often context-dependent and include: body language (physical gestures or proximity that suggest intimacy, power, or affection —e.g., lingering touches or intense eye contact indicating closeness—), relationship norms (expectations about how certain types of relationships—platonic, familial, romantic—are expressed in actions and language) and contextual cues (the way relationships are framed by their environment, such as a candlelit dinner indicating romance or playful banter suggesting friendship).

The way Viktor and Jayce interact is coded in a way that aligns more with romantic love than familial or platonic love. So, asking to associate Jayce and Viktor's relationship with a “brothers” type of relationship would mean having to disregard cultural and social codes.

| Romantic Undertones as "Canon Adjacent”.

As I previously said, the romantic undertone of Jayce and Viktor's relationship would result in a canonically established couple in any other series. So, what I see here is a double standard in romantic representation in the series. For example, many think that Ekko and Jinx are canon after (a conversation that wasn't added to the series and after...) Ekko gave his jacket to Jinx. Jayce and Viktor’s dynamic features more romantic subtext than that but they still are dismissed as "brothers". Is this homophobia? No, of course not. How could it be homophobia if Arcane shows an established lesbian couple? Well, let me tell you, lesbian representation is more socially accepted in male-dominated spaces due to fetishization, whereas romantic relationships between men are less embraced. The idea of two men in love can lead many people to question the masculinity of these men and the masculinity associated with characters like Jayce or Viktor is vital to League of Legends. Making a canonically gay male character is riskier for the franchise because, in lol, masculinity is an element that, many times, determines the election of one character over the other.

Unlike Vi and Cait, among whom (I understand) there was the belief of a romantic relationship, Jayce and Viktor were never associated in that way. So, I can see the risk.

If Linke intended to focus on male friendship, that’s fine, but dismissing other interpretations, especially in a story as emotionally charged as Jayce and Viktor’s, can come across as limiting or dismissive of queer readings, whether intentional or not. It would have been better for Christian Linke to shut up and let everyone have their own interpretation about Jayce and Viktor's bond. Instead of insisting on interpreting Jayce and Viktor’s bond as “brotherly”, it would be more inclusive and respectful to let viewers interpret their relationship freely. By insisting on framing Viktor and Jayce as just “brothers” or “friends,” the show risks falling into the “no-homo” trope, where creators deliberately steer clear of portraying characters as gay despite clear romantic subtext.

| Linke's arguments.

Arguments like "media lacks non-romantic platonic relationships" feel insincere because these type of relationships aren't underrepresented in media. That crisis never existed. Many popular shows and movies focus on deep, platonic male bonds (e.g., Sherlock Holmes, The Lord of the Rings, Supernatural). While it’s admirable to showcase strong male friendships, it’s not a groundbreaking theme. In such a case, there is a lack of representation of non-romantic platonic relationships between men and women. These type of relationships are equally rare and more deserving of advocacy, but we still have timebomb (Jinx and Ekko). In conclusion, media has no shortage of non-romantic male-male bonds, but LGBTQ+ male romantic relationships remain underrepresented. So, Christian Linke's dismissal about JayVik was even more noticeable after that argument.

Also, I would like to add that referring to a relationship as a "romantic" one doesn't diminish the importance or depth of a bond. Friendship isn’t erased by romance. In fact, many memorable romantic relationships in media are related to friendship (e.g., Anne and Gilbert from Anne with an E). But, to call it a brothers-like relationship would diminish the profound, cosmic depth of their connection because their bond is about recognition, unconditional support and shared purpose, even at the cost of the world. It’s poetic and tragic, resonating with themes of love, identity, and the human condition. The time loops, their repeated choice to find each other and their interconnected destinies make their relationship feel larger-than-life. For many viewers, this mythic quality resembles soulmate narratives rather than simple friendship or brotherhood.

Another argument that reveals Christian Linke's rejection of Jayce and Viktor as a possible romantic relationship, is the statement about Viktor being asexual. I would like to ask what is the point of revealing this information after the show ended? Representation works best when it's woven into the narrative, not dropped as an afterthought. Beyond that, I think Mr. Linke should educate himself. Experiencing little or no sexual attraction doesn't mean that romantic attraction cannot be experienced. Being asexual doesn't mean that a person can't be gay.

Asexuality: is a sexual orientation characterized by the lack of sexual attraction to others. This means that an asexual person typically doesn't experience the desire to engage in sexual activities with anyone, regardless of gender. However, asexuality exists on a spectrum. Asexuality as a spectrum refers to the understanding that asexuality encompasses a wide range of experiences and expressions of little to no sexual attraction. Rather than being a single, fixed identity, the asexual spectrum includes various orientations and preferences regarding sexual and romantic attraction.

Many asexual people form deep, meaningful romantic bonds and there's no inherent contradiction between being asexual and experiencing romantic feelings. To use Viktor’s supposed asexuality as a reason to dismiss any potential romantic undertones between him and Jayce feels reductive and dismissive—not just of their dynamic, but also of the diverse experiences of asexual individuals.

Let's end this post on a more positive note with Arcane team members who do support Jayvik.

Posts from animators + Jayce's voice actor with a JayVik fanart.

Viktor's character designer + posts from animator.

Moose is the creative director + AgentR is an animator + Mel's voice actress.

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playing around in the sandbox of queerplatonic benítez/lawrence.

and i'm not even talking about stifled desire or weird ecstatic sex dreams, no matter how fun that is. and i'm not even talking one-side pining in any direction, or innocent xiv blurring the edges of what devotion and worship stand for in cardinal lawrence's eyes.

i mean a real, an honest-to-god secret third thing. taking the whole brothers-in-christ thing in a bold new contemporary direction.

deeply intimate spiritual communion happening regularly during walks, and over paperwork, and behind bulletproof glass. all day every day. affirming conversations and touches and looks.

it's passionate. it's intense. it's something like infatuation. it's something like falling in love, quick friendship, human adoration - and nothing like that either.

it's a very clear understanding, a sharp and sudden and very strong connection, and it alters the world around them and it is not like they have a great deal of references for this.

so! naturally, a thought follows on the other. an assumption follows on the other, and as they have taken to an encompassing honesty, it doesn't take very, very long before they hash it out.

it is, all things considered, startlingly easy. nerve-wracking, of course, but there's a route to these things, and if kissing is not entirely pleasant, then it's not as if either of them has a great deal of experience.

they do break their vows together. schedule it in advance and everything!! a whole fraught arc involved, about repression and choice and sacrifice, and recontextualizing celibacy and chastity, and affirming their closeness as a vow in itself.

and it is. fine.

a spiritually meaningful experience! pleasurable in its way! but kinda mid, as far as generally meaningful experiences go. the quiet of a room with the air conditioning on is less erotic than most of their confessional sessions, and the not-take-backies of it give it a weight and pressure that isn't very enjoyable, even going into it together.

not really worth repeating. it's possibly lawrence regrets it at once and mourns his lost chaste chivalric ideal with real anguish, is filled with remorse for besmirching his friend and diminishing their companionship to something base. can't stand to look as benítez afterwards; can't stand to live inside himself.

it's possible benítez has to face the turmoil in his heart with being largely sex-repulsed even about the person who knows his self, body and spirit, the most. to find he prefers pleasure by himself, or not at all; that he does not find truth for himself in the idea of marriage or romantic affection.

no more now than he ever has before, even though he had believed it - even though he does love lawrence with a singular focus he hasn't felt before, as near to possessive attachment as he has ever come, and without the redeeming element of any defined, traditional term to it.

amatonormativity will get you anywhere, even in the vatican!

possibly there's a spin on the last-minute rush to the airport/train station/bus stop on the way to a tiny monastery in the alps to keep the love interest from flying off to london/new york/a tiny monastery in the alps, and an heartfelt heart to heart.

possibly benítez is wearing the same clothes he did when he arrived in rome, unexpected and unwanted. the first time he went out into the world as vincent benítez.

it's incredible, he says (it is possible, even likely, that his voice breaks a little), how much people don't really see him, when he's not wearing white. out of everyone in the world, no one looks at him as clearly as lawrence does. does this have to change, just because they have seen each other's nakedness and desire?

they are not adam or even, or noah's children; they should not need to break their ties because of shame. there is no harm in loving as they do, as there is none in loving otherwise. how just is it to argue otherwise, to work for an encompassing church, while casting themselves aside? he should leave rome, if he feels it is what he is called to go, but not because of shame.

lawrence comes back. lawrence takes his hands with his trembling fingers in apology and says, wrenched with love, with pity: oh vincent. no, it is not fair at all, is it?

he has been a fool. he has lived his life in ignorance of himself, and so narrowly he did not notice it. life to him was the church or marriage, and to have one was not to have the other, and nothing in between seemed possible, or correct, or permissible, or genuine.

they make it work! the times they wash each other's feet after particularly trying days, or the hand massages, and all the quietly ecstatic praying with fingers wound around the same rosary?

those can be sensual experiences too. there's closeness there. also possibly they try out guided masturbation involved from across the confessional grid, but that's a whole other thing.

[revelboo]

I love every single one of your stories, Revel. I gotta say, though, there's something about spark bonding, your interpretation in particular, that really intrigues me. Like, now I'm curious to see a human discussing the whole thing with their bot(s), and just going wide eyed in horror/awe as realization dawns on them that the bots ability to bond their spark--basically their soul--to their chosen human and there be something there to bond to at all may well be empirical evidence for the existence of human souls.

I like spark bonding being visceral, unable to hide anything you’re so intertwined in your partner. Everything, the good and bad, your happiest moments and your most shameful right there and laid bare. With a partial bond, you’re catching glimpses, flashes of memories or thoughts, but with a full bond, the walls come down and it’s all shared whether you want it to be or not, trusting yourself completely to your partner.

With bots it’s a euphoric feeling to tangle two sparks, or with a human, a spark and soul. I can see some bots preferring spark play to actual interfacing, because it’s so much more intimate. And I wanted the final say to be up to the human, they have to accept their Cybertronian completely to fully bond. With some pairs that might happen quickly or could take years to establish the trust necessary to fully bond.

Bonding

Bumblebee x Reader

• Feels your mouth open against his with a shaky moan and his palm splays against your spine to keep you against him. Your leg sliding against his as his helm brushes your forehead. Feeling your fingers catch at the edge of his plating, flirting with his exposed spark. But that’s all distant as he twines about the warmth of you tangled in his spark. Chasing after you as you arrow through him. Every time he brushes against you, bits of you, memories and emotions soak into him. Little flashes of who you are and he wants more, want to know all of you. Needs everything you are.

• Darting through him as he chases you, there’s a weird disconnect. This is you stripped down to your truest self, but the real, physical you is moving restlessly against him, trembling with pleasure at the feel of being tangled in him. So much more intimate than sex that it’s almost overwhelming. And his warmth engulfs you, bits of him spilling into you when it becomes hard to tell where you begin and he ends. Feeling a question there, a coaxing and you ignore it to dive into a memory. Chasing after an echo of Bee from the past, breathless at the glittering alien city around you. Home. Cybertron. Know it from his memories even though you’ve never been here. Long for it because he does.

• Chasing after the warmth and light of you, needing you, he spins into you, wrapping you in him. Asking, pleading for you to give in. To trust him. Feels your body tremble against his and his servos flex against you. Don’t you understand how much he loves you? That he’s loved you for a long time now? Wants to claim all of you, tangle so deeply in you that you can’t be separated. Your mouth brushes his and your light hums through his. And you surrender. The shock of it delicious, his body arching against yours. Nearly overloading from the feel of you.

• Whimpering against him as something shifts. And he’s pouring into you. Aware of him to the point it feels like drowning as he holds your body, holds your light. And you’re crying. Because you see all of him, know he sees all of you. The awful pettiness, the anger, the joy, and sorrow. It’s all his now. Just like all of him is yours. Feel his lips brush your cheek as you sob and he finally lets go. Shifts his plating to hide his spark away and you immediately miss that connection, that feeling of being seen and known. You’re aching for it, loss of the connection hurting.

• Curling himself more firmly around you, he feels you press your damp face against the mesh of his neck and you’re trembling as badly as he is. Didn’t realize fully bonding would be like that, so intense. Humbling. Hand cupping the back of your head, he can feel your heart beating against him. His. You’re his, like he’s yours now. Forever. “I’ve got you,” he murmurs, venting to pull you deep as you curl even tighter against him.

[purpleturtletarot]

Pick a Card Reading - What Type of Lover Are You?

This is my very FIRST written Tumblr Tarot Reading :) please let me know what you think. I have also posted some text tarot readings on my YouTube (purpleturtletarot) if you are interested in more. Feel free to DM me for suggested tarot reading topics. - I didn't do a lot of editing for this post, so each reading doesn't have much of a conclusion, but enjoy!

Deck Used: Heavenly Bloom by Noa Ikeda

Purple Hydrangea

Upright Nine of Swords, Upright Seven of Laurels, Upright Five of Laurels, Upright Knight of Cups

You are the type of lover that overthinks everything and may even have the capabilities to astral travel to connect with your love interests. You may have a lot of anxieties or fears of abandonment from past situations. Though, you continue to pour love, effort and investment into your partners, you sometimes feel they don't do the same in return or you're scared that they won't if it's a new love interest. You understand that healthy relationships give space for both parties to grow, and you are eager to water the seeds of a relationship and patiently watch them grow and evolve over time. Sometimes you feel your partners do not give you space to grow by being hypercritical of you not growing fast enough, or finding your evolution a threat in comparison to their own pace of growth. But you love with an open heart, you express your emotions very clearly and sometimes you are the one to admit your romantic feelings to a love interest before they do. Words of affirmation may be your strongest love language to give and receive. Service may be a significant love language for you, as well. You have a strong crown chakra, throat chakra, heart chakra, and solar plexus chakra. You take charge in expressing your heart fully in your relationships and I feel some of your peers are in awe of how you always pick yourself back up after strife in your love life. You really understand the saying that "it's better to have loved and lost than to never have loved at all." You may let yourself feel your emotions behind closed doors for a moment, understanding that it's more constructive to work through those feelings than bottle them up. If you're single, you easily open yourself up to new opportunities for love after the fact. If your in a relationship, you easily forgive because you know forgiving is not only for your partner, but also for you. Some view you as an oasis in a desert, and water is symbolic of emotions. Some people view you as a highly empathetic, compassionate person that is rare to find in a world where people perpetuate the stigma that being emotionally expressive is weak. You teach people that showing vulnerability is a strength.

Pink Chrysanthemum

Reversed Four of Laurels, Reversed Five of Swords, Upright Three of Wands, Upright The Lovers, Reversed Six of Swords

You are the type of lover that is overly generous with your time, energy, effort and resources. You may often get taken advantage of in your partnerships and they may leave you feeling like the grass is greener on the other side. This doesn't necessarily mean with other people, but sometimes you feel it's easier to grow and achieve your goals and desires when you're single and on your own. You're highly independent, while also being a "lover-boy" or "lover-girl" deep down. You fall deeply in love very fast, and can just as easily fall out of love. You're the type to want to be very intimately close to your partner, physically and emotionally. I feel lots of scorpionic energy, and 8th house energy. You're a very nostalgic person and tend to view relationships as important lessons no matter how long or short they are. Though you are nostalgic, you are able to cut people off with a swiftness. You are able to let go of attachments easily and sever cord ties with others when they have taken advantage of your generosity and kindness for too long. And you can easily look ahead to your future, you hold a strong optimistic attitude for your next adventure in romance and love and you can daydream and visualize about it easily. Though you can easily cut past people off energetically, you may leave doors open for them to physically contact you, such as through social media and texting. You may interact with past partners, but they can very much tell that you have emotionally and mentally have moved on. You're against the drama, and are able to be civil with past partners when you see them at different events, functions or social situations involving mutual friends. You tend to wish past partners well, and it sometimes halts them in their tracks if they want to be petty or try and make you jealous.

Orange Marigold

Upright Queen of Swords, Upright Five of Cups, Neutral Temperance, Upright Eight of Cups, Upright King of Swords, Reversed Page of Laurels

You are the type of lover that is very logical and somewhat mysterious at times. Though you express yourself easily and clearly, others feels there's much more that lies beyond the surface. When you are feeling more emotional or moody, you tend to retreat to a safe place to let your guard down instead of in front of partners. Some people feel you may put a mask on of who you really are, or that you try to act more tough than you need to be. The imagery of Mulan bathing in a lake comes to mind, it's one of the only times in the movie she allows herself to "be a woman." But her friends come and disturb her from being able to fully immerse herself in her femininity, and she feels the need to hide her true self. Whether you are a man, woman or in-between. I think this means you feel guilty for showing or feeling your femininity and you lean into your masculinity. You are evolving into becoming more balanced between your feminine and masculine. I think your strength, resilience, toughness and logical attitude seduce people in ways that you can become an obsession or drug to some people, or you can sometimes get obsessive or love people like vices. I feel strong push and pull dynamics, and maybe you have an avoidant attachment style. Additionally, you sometimes over-invest or overspend you time, resources, and effort on others. Prominent love languages in your life may be gift giving or words of affirmation, whether that is giving or receiving.

[htchnr]

꩜ intimacy hc's 𑣲 B. POINDEXTER.

𖦹 𝐦𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭. 𖦹 𝐛𝐮𝐲 𝐦𝐞 𝐚 𝐤𝐨-𝐟𝐢!

「 ꜜrequest,, "i'd really love to see more of your intimacy hc's about Dex!!". author notes at the end. 」

「 ꜜcontent,, nonsexual cockwarming ⋆ ocd triggers ⋆ Dex's overall mental health ⋆ my personal thoughts ⋆ panic attack mentions ⋆ intense & obsessive cuddling. ꜜwc,, 0,9k. 」

© 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 𝐇𝐓𝐂𝐇𝐍𝐑. 𝐝𝐨 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐜𝐨𝐩𝐲, 𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐦𝐲 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦, 𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫!

𑣲 i saw someone post about this last week i think-- that they hc Dex to not be sexually attracted to people-- and i agree.

꩜ like he for sure enjoys the act with someone he's close with, but for emotional value and connection reasons-- being close and extremely intimate with you. i don't see him being a one night stand person AT ALL.

𑣲 back to my kissing hc from my fic-- in my eyes the press of a forehead to another, or the bump of a nose as much more intimate for him. he doesn't mind kissing perse, but he highly prefers the other mentioned ways.

꩜ needs, needs. to end and start his day with said way of kissing. a firm, but caring press of his forehead against yours while he nudges his nose against yours. if it doesn't happen at the start and end of his day, he spirals. like a compulsion he can't fulfill or a routine suddenly cut off. it drives him insane. and he can't calm down until his completed the action.

𑣲 on to possibly my fave hc, (besides this kissing one) cockwarming. while he does enjoy the act of sex, cockwarming doesn't count as sex to him. neither of you are having your needs fulfilled in the sense of 'releasing'. to him, it is the most intimate and deeply soothing position he can possibly be in with you.

꩜ your usual routine of soothing him out of a panic attack doesn't work? cockwarming. his day spirals because his image of you of your relationship briefly slips? cockwarming, while you hold him impossibly close and reassure him, over and over and over that it'll alright.

𑣲 it send every sense of his into overdrive-- being swallowed whole by you. your warm, wet walls suffocating him and leaving him with no room to entertain the scary or peace disturbing thoughts. neither of you usually cum from it, though if he ever needs the release, you never mind helping him through it.

꩜ for his birthday after being together for a while you gift him a usb stick with hours and hours of audio footage of you coaching him through various things. any situation you thought he could possibly ever get into, you've thought of it.

𑣲 a break in his routine? a bad trigger of his ocd? a really bad case at work that somehow ends up really bothering him? he somehow feels that you're distancing yourself from him? you've thought of everything, and then even more.

꩜ the moment he gets it and you explain, he downloads it all onto his phone. you laughed, warning him that his phone will run out of space-- but he didn't care. everything could run out of space, and he'd still find some way to make space for you and your help.

𑣲 keeps headphones on him at all times. ready to able to listen to the audio files at any given moment if he needs. sometimes, after a long day at work and a case he can't get home from, he'll just listen to a few just to hear your voice. slowly soothing him to sleep. and even of those moments you've thought of, filling the remainder of the storage with hours of idle chatter material of you talking about hobbies, or just the sound of you humming or singing as you do chores.

꩜ when he can't listen to the audio files? well, that's a time we all don't want to think about.

𑣲 is 100% a service switch. i think he has his few moments where he craves to be in charge, but mainly he craves your praise. lives to hear your voice praise him following your lead or your orders. he just wants to be good for you.

꩜ doesn't mind hand holding, but muchhhh prefers linking your foot with his when you sit beside him. it might seem silly or odd, but just a simple gesture of your foot resting on the other side of his is soothing. grounding.

𑣲 suffocates you in bed at night. you know he needs it, but it can be intense from time to time. he needs to be wrapped around you, and you have to face him. it's like he's got a sixth sense for it, cause if you turn away in your sleep, he wakes up immediately somehow. and he will either manoeuvre over you to your other side for him to face you, or turn your body or face to face him.

꩜ my last thought that i can think off at the moment, is his absolute love for doing your hair-- if you've got hair long enough to braid, it's one of his most favored ways of relaxing. you on the couch or bed, in front of him as he sits behind you and braids your hair.

𑣲 the rhythm of braiding the strands of hair really soothes him. though, it can most certainly also be a trigger for him. if the mental process of the braid feels off, he will do it over and over again and it soothes him instead.

「 authors note,, this was all that i've been able to think about while also being busy with other fics in my head 😅 but i hoped you enjoyed nonetheless! and once again, requests are open for Dex and Wade Kinsella! 」

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Intimacy with Suguru Geto HC

Pairing: Suguru Geto x fem!reader

Summary: headcannons about what it would be like to be intimate with Suguru.

CW (content warning): talk about sex, mentions of oral sex (both f and m receiving), mentions of masturbation, praise kink, smut under the cut MDNI (+18), this is pretty much smut without any plot.

AN (author’s note): Hi! So this is my second time posting this because I accidentally deleted my original post because it wasn’t showing up on the tags and I was trying to fix it 💀 This one was requested, I’m currently working on another request as well as a Yuji one-shot. This was my first writing smut so please bare with me. As always a reminder that English isn’t my first language and I’m typing this on my phone so I’m sorry if there are any typos/mistakes. Enjoy and let me know what you think! :)

Requests are open so feel free to send them! (you can check the list of character sI write for on my pinned post)

Masterlist

Intense and controlled.

Geto doesn’t rush, he absolutely loves taking his time with you. He’s methodical and deliberate, every touch is calculated to get the reaction he wants from you, taking his time to read your reactions watch the way you react to his touches, the way he can see goosebumps forming on your skin as he kissed down your body, hearing the sound you make. He likes control, not in a cruel way, but because he enjoys understanding you deeply and guiding the experience. He would never soy no to a quickie, but he definitely prefers taking his time.

Eye contact

As we said, Geto definitely loves watching you. He makes sure to lock eyes with you often, not just out of passion but because he wants to see everything: your pleasure, your hesitation, your trust. He loves just watching you, whether it was him making you get yourself off or even when you’re just in plain missionary. He definitely makes you look at him whenever you cum. It’s part of how he connects emotionally. And if you look up at him while you’re on your knees for him? Yeah he’s definitely a goner.

Soundproof.

It’s not like Geto is quiet but he’s not loud either. He lets out breathy moans in your ear, pants and heavy breathing heard in the room. He knows is presence alone is commanding, he doesn't need to raise his voice to make you feel the weight of his desire or his authority. You’ll always feel watched, wanted, and chosen. One thing he does love is calling you pet names, specially Angel.

Praise.

Geto definitely has a praise kink, whether it’s hik praising you or the other way around. Even when he’s rough he’s moaning in your ear telling you how good you feel, how amazing you look or how good you’re taking him in. As your body tenses, legs trembling, breath catching, his voice stays with you low, steady, coaxing. “Just like that... you’re doing so well for me.” He’s proud of being the one that brought you so much pleasure, he almost holds it like it’s something sacred. And afterward, he kisses your knuckles, your cheeks, your thighs, grounding you as if to say: you are cherished, even here.

When you’re the one that praises him it never fails to make him loose it, even on the days where he’s rougher. All it takes is you telling him something among the lines of: “No one touches me like you do.” And he growls into your ear, low and dangerous: “Say that again.” He wants to hear it. Over and over. Wants you to tell him he’s better, that he’s all you want, that he’s the only one who can wreck you and hold you afterward. Because if he can be that to you, maybe he’s not completely lost.

Pace and exceptions.

As it was said before, Suguro loves taking his time with you, however there is one situation where he can’t control himself and that’s when he’s sent out on missions, being obligated to spend too much time away from you for his liking. He doesn’t speak. Just grabs your jaw and kisses you hard, dragging you back into his body like you might vanish if he loosens his grip. You try to ask how the mission went he cuts you off with his mouth and lifts you onto the nearest surface. His voice is rough when he finally speaks: “Later. I need you now.” He strips you fast, barely breaking eye contact, pupils blown wide. His hand closes around your throat, thumb stroking just under your jaw not tight, just enough to hold you in place. His other hand is already between your thighs, fingers slicking through your wetness as he mutters, “Look at you already ready for me. You missed this, didn’t you?”

Little reminders.

It’s not like he means to mark you, but when he sees the reminders of the night before on your skin he loves it. Geto's hands clutch your hips as he thrusts into you from behind, pace relentless. Your back arches, your hands claw at the sheets, and he holds you in place like he can’t risk letting you go. He’s panting now soft curses slipping from his mouth as your body tightens around him. You glance back, and the look in his eyes is wild not just aroused, but desperate. Like he’s trying to lose himself in you completely. His grip on your hips is so tight that you’re sure that the day after you would have bruises of the shape of his fingertips.

And you were right. The next morning when you’re changing he catches a glimpse of the bruises on your hips and a few hickeys he didn’t even remember giving you here and there. He pulls you in by the waist, kisses them again, then whispers, “You wear me so well. Like you were made for this.”

Aftercare.

Geto always makes sure that you’re taken care of after the both of you are finished, although the way he does it depends on the kind of day he was having.

When he had a bad day once it’s over, he collapses beside you, breath ragged. He doesn’t say anything. But his arm slides around your waist and pulls you close, burying his face in your neck. You feel the tension leave him, slowly, like your skin is the only thing keeping him tethered to the present. And even if he never says it, you feel it in the way his body curls into yours. After a while he gets up, getting a towel and cleaning you up throughly before getting back into bed with you, his arms holding you a bit tighter.

On the good days though? He absolutely loves to dote on you, even running baths for you. He loved getting in the bath behind you and holding you. The water is warm, fragrant with oils, and he slides into the tub with you, pulling you back into his chest. His arms wrap around your waist, his chin rests on your shoulder, and for long minutes he says nothing, just kisses your damp temple and lets the silence be tender. His fingers rub small, slow circles over your hips. “You were perfect,” he murmurs eventually, breath warm against your skin.

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-> 𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐰 𝐚-𝐳 | 𝐛𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧 .ೃ࿐

➳ published: 28.04.25 ➳ nsfw headcanon || genre: nsfw || rating: m ➳ idol: christopher bang ➳ summary: what would chris be like in the bedroom with you? ➳ author's note: this is my assumptions and holds no truth outside of my head. please do not take this seriously and do not engage if you are under 18. this is also written from a female perspective.

aftercare

it would depend on how intense the sex is. if it's intense, chris would run you a bath and carry you into the bathroom; he'd take his time and would even get into the tub as he helps ease your exhaustion. less intense sessions are followed by water, cuddles and cleaning you up. he's always providing praise and telling you how good you were, no matter what.

body part

we all know chris is a little insecure in his body despite the constant assurances but he's mostly proud of his arms. it's the part he's always working on because he wants to be able to lift you up at any time he pleases. on you, he loves everything and makes it known he doesn't have a preference.

cum

chris is a creampie type of guy. he uses protection most of the time because he's got good sex education and knows how to be safe but whenever he's given the chance — he's taking it.

dirty secret

connected isn't about wifi. drive isn't about driving. red lights wasn't written by hyunjin and railway was written with you on his mind. chris has written an album for you, each one more sensual than the last. why do you think he's protecting that laptop so badly? he doesn't want anyone to hear the moans that are saved on there.

experience

chris is experienced. he knows what he's doing and knows what he likes. he's settled as he's gotten older and been with you, though if you are ever unsure, he's there to guide and control the situation with ease.

favourite position

do i need to say it? he's hinted it multiple times — he loves it when you are on top riding him. mostly when he's sitting in his studio, hands free to touch as he pleases or helping you bounce when you get tired. chris is a ride that you cannot handle but damn, he loves it when you try.

goofy (are they serious in the moment or more light hearted)

this is always depending on his mood or what is happening. he's either goofy and playful, enjoying teasing you and working you up or he's radiating a dominant aura that has your legs weak. on a bad day or when he's stressed, christopher kicks in and he's fucking his anger out even if he's been to the gym.

hair (grooming)

chris keeps up with grooming. he's a laser guy and routinely gets laser hair removal on his legs, armpits and facial hair but when it comes to pubic hair? he manscapes. always well groomed, never messy and doesn't give a fuck what the guys say about it.

intimacy (are they romantic in the moment, how intimate can they be…)

unless it is a quickie or happens suddenly, chris is extremely intimate. he thrives on it. he wants hand-holding in missionary, he wants sweet words whispered as he worships you and while he's okay with you being shy about eye contact — his eyes are always on you. if he can take that chance to be intimate with it, to heighten the experience and make every time special — he'll take it.

jack-off

he doesn't masturbate often and can hold out until you're together. it's not that he doesn't but it's rare because he works a lot when you aren't around.

kinks

body worship, marking, praise, orgasm control, edging, exhibitionism and oral. chris is dominant, even if he has a soft side and can come across as a switch or submissive, he knows when to take control and doesn't hesitate. while he's not deeply into the daddy kink, he is a caregiver and thrives off your pleasure and the trust you have in him to take care of you.

location (favourite places)

chris isn't really a huge fan of anywhere public or overly public but he does love fucking you in the studio. he's more of a bedroom or your apartment/the dorm type of guy otherwise. he loves the comfort of his home.

motivation (what gets them going)

your arousal is usually the top thing that gets him going but he also does love it when you get all giggly and shy from his teasing. your hands on him, touching softly, running up and down his body is the easiest way to get him going because that means he can do that to you — and he loves doing it to you.

no (what won't they try, turn offs)

public settings where the risk is high is a top one for him but also threesomes, he refuses to share you with anyone and will make that clear. he will be open to try something at least once if asked nicely but those two are where he draws the line.

oral

chris is great with his tongue, he plays with it more than he should and makes it known that he knows what he's doing with it. he could live with your legs over his shoulders and his head buried between your legs but oddly, he's not overly as worried about oral. he'll allow you to do it if you enjoy it and will enjoy it when it's happening but he won't ask for it.

pace (are they fast and rough, slow and sensual...)

unless it's been a while or he's pissed off/in a mood, chris usually takes it slow. he wants to enjoy the moment, he wants to revel in every sound, every expression and how you feel wrapped around him. he knows how to stay on beat and will usually build it up depending on the mood but on a regular? chris is fucking you slow and sensual.

quickies

not the biggest fan of quickies because they happen more than he would like for them too. it's hard for him to have multiple sessions so usually, he'll fuck you when and where he can (studio, car, bathroom, late night, early morning...).

risk (are they willing to experiment, do they take risks)

chris is always willing to experiment especially if it's something you want to try. if he doesn't like it, he will say but usually he's open and tries most things asked. however, he is not a risk taker. if he cannot control the situation or hasn't had enough experience with something (e.g: shibari) then he will not allow it until he can figure out how to do it properly.

stamina

chris has more energy than he knows what to do with a lot of the time. if he's not on the go then something is wrong and even then — he's trying. he can finish a concert, come home and fuck you into the mattress afterwards before getting ready for bed. unless he's had an overly full day with filming or being with the kids — chris has high stamina.

toys

he's got a few vibrators and different toys that you've been interested in and doesn't mind using them when the time is right. his favourite toy is the long distance vibrator that he can control on his phone and uses it a lot when he's on tour.

unfair (how much they like to tease)

oh, teasing and chris go hand in hand. he loves teasing you in every way that he can think of. whether its through text, sending risque pictures, saying innuendos or purposefully teasing you to get a reaction — he can't help himself.

volume

he's a moaner, he's audible and loves it when you are loud too. he'll swear, groan about how good you feel and moan in ways that should be illegal. he's extremely vocal.

wild card (a random headcanon)

chris can't remember what you had said when you walked into the studio, wearing his hoodie and that smile that can only mean mischief. the words that left your lips when you looked the door didn't mean shit to him as he watched the way you undressed and showed off the new lingerie you had bought for him. fuck, he loves it when you're confident like this — it's sexy to him. pulling you closer, hands resting on your thighs as you straddle his lap, he looks up at you with adoration in his eyes. you look beautiful in that set but he knows you'll look even better with it off and his marks covering your chest instead.

x-ray (what's going on inside those pants)

big things come inside small packages is his motto. despite his height, chris has a slightly above average cock with a decent girth. he hits all the right places.

yearning

despite his sex drive, chris isn't overly needy. he can last a week or longer if he has to because he's always on the go. unless you are too far away for him to get to and tease him, chris is able to control his libido. don't get me wrong, when he can have you — he will — but chris' libido grows more with yours. if you aren't in the mood, he's vibing.

zzz

chris barely sleeps as it is but he finds himself able to sleep better after sex. even when he provides aftercare, he can wrap you up in his arms and sleep with you like that. normally, he struggles to get to sleep and when he's out — he's out. don't wake him, let him sleep. he sleeps better with you and prefers sleeping like that.