#bill cipher x axolotl

[vimzu]

shoutout to three other people who fw this ship.

I have so many thoughts about them. You can read them under the cut below. If not, I hope you'll enjoy the art!

The reason I made this an AU is because I wanted to make my own specific spin on them.

A pairing between these two fascinates me. And not really in "I can fix him" way, but in a "kindness untangles the deep rooted knots of apathy and misery" way. Because that's what the Axolotl, at least in my interpretation, is: an incarnation of selfless, relentless gentleness, compassion and goodwill. An immovable object to Bills unstoppable force. He can't be manipulated by Bill, as he has no way to get an upper hand on him, no tricks up his sleeve, no control over him. His words don't hurt him as they would anyone else, nothing he can come up with can truly waver Axs resolve to be kind to everything in the multiverse, including him.

In this AU I lean heavily into the concept that Ax is THE God of this world. He was there before everything and he was the one to mold existence into reality. Naturally, he has a unique outlook on the world. His love is all-encompassing, but it's not personal, per se. It is a love a God would have for their creation: they know everything has it's place, they've put it there with meticulous care, and even though the concept of karma exists in this universe, it doesn't mean that the wicked, the vile, the reprehensible has no place in this world. On the contrary, actually. Without this balance, everything would lose its meaning. What is it like to experience joy for someone who doesn't know sorrow? What good would order do if there was no chaos?

But even though Ax's love is undeniably unconventional, saying that he is indifferent to Bill, or that he is nothing special to him in the grand scheme of things would be a lie. If you heard that one audio which goes "loving the doctor is like loving the stars", then think back to that. Bill occupies a niche that no one has ever occupied before in Axs mind. He is way more willing to show his love for Bill openly and unabashedly, he does things for him he has never done for anyone, period. And while it was something that gave Bill trouble at first, when he eventually realized this, he was more than okay with the way Ax expressed his adoration. Not because he's "settling" or anything of the sort, but because this type of love isn't something he consideres as something lesser or not enough for him. He feels happy and content in their relationship, even if to get there they've had to face many hardships.

But to circle back to the universal balance I was talking about before, one deed Ax absolutely finds unacceptable is when someone deliberately messes with it and skews it, making themselves and everyone around them wretchedly unhappy.

This is the primary reason why he sent Bill to therapy: he was a danger to everyone around him and himself not because he was "bad", necessarily, but because he purposefully went off the deep end and made everyone's lives a living hell. He chose to be evil in abundance, becoming his own tormentor in the process without even realizing it. He lied until he couldn't tell what was a lie anymore, until agony became his happiness.

Ax's secondary reason for his decision was Bills own request. He invoked his name, he wanted to escape death through rebirth, and Ax obliged. The problem is this: for reincarnation to be feasible, a person must have good karma. While Ax loves everyone equally regardless, this is a law that cannot be broken. There is nothing explicitly wrong with living your life as someone less than charitable. If it is done in moderation, if your actions help keep the universal balance, or if you or others don't disproportionately suffer because of it, it's fair game. As was already stated, it is even necessary for some people to be this way. This doesn't mean, however, that those who indulged in such acts are eligible for rebirth right away. Its easy to be cruel, so having rebirth be a kind of reward for doing good deeds sounds fair.

The problem with this whole conundrum lies a little beneath the surface. Bill, despite what he says, what he believes, is the least suitable person for this kind of treatment. Even if he genuinely wants to get better and be reborn deep down, the Theraprism approach is only actively making him worse, as it tries to make an entirely different person out of him. They try to break him down so they can help him in shaping himself back up as someone new and healed. And this type of deconstruction works for some, but it is actively detrimental to Bills mental state.

After an undisclosed amount of time Ax notices this and realizes that he has made a mistake, so he decides on a different approach. He shifts the focus away from carmic rehabilitation and onto identifying and working through the underlying reasons for why Bill is miserable. He does so by pulling Bill out of the Theraprism and into his domain, where they begin to coexist. What does the trick, in the end, is Axs unrelenting kindness, but I may expand on this aspect of their relationship better in a different post.

This is basically the jist of it. Thanks for coming to my Ted talk.

[skyiiskyii]

me and the rarepair nobody cares for

[lunarcrystaldraws]

AxoBill (Bill Cipher x The Axolotl) Personal Headcannons cuz I’m am obsessed with these goobers.

TW// Self Harm mention. Lots of angst too.

(This list is subject to grow and change a lot lol just like you and I.)

Bill Cipher (He/They/It)

(Figuring out his real gender would take too much paperwork.)

Fluff:

Would never admit out loud, but he likes to be embraced. It makes him feel more in control of his thoughts and emotions.

“Yeah! I wooed The Frilly Guy Upstairs with my unfathomable charisma and my unique sense of humor! B)”

Was pleasantly surprised at Ax’s sense of humor. The first time they laughed at one of his weird jokes, the sound of their laughter… caught him off guard… and he wanted to hear it more.

He used to call them “Frills” or “Axxy” in a condescending way, but now calls them that affectionately.

Loves to look at Ax’s starry eyes.

He used to find Ax's voice terrifying at first, but soothing later on.

Angst:

He genuinely thought Ax was going to either let him die or revive him just to kill him again. He believes he is unredeemable, and that Ax made a mistake by saving him and letting him live.

Bill doesn't know of Ax’s dark past. Everything involving that time happened before he was even born. As far as he knows, Ax has always been this goody-two-shoes, preachy know-it-all since the beginning.

Prone to self harm when stressed (Ripping out eyelashes, and damaging his eyelids via, scratching, picking, pulling, etc.)

After an especially bad episode, he is uncomfortable by the sight of his own reflection.

Genuinely has no idea how or why The Axolotl fell in love with his headass. He thought at first that Ax was playing a cruel joke on him.

Bill is just extremely cynical. (He is working on it.)

The Axolotl (Any Pronouns)

(Genderless cuz... why would god itself be tied down to the tight constrains of binary gender 'n shit???)

Fluff:

Very physically affectionate and gentle. Likes to hold Bill and to be held.

The only being in the universe patient enough to put up with Bill’s bullshit and witness his healing journey.

The only being in the universe that can see past all of Bill’s lies, bluffs, and manipulation attempts.

“Seriously! What do you even see in that guy?” “He makes me laugh!”

Has a weird sense of humor somewhat similar to Bill’s that could be considered “uncharacteristic” of them.

Calls Bill star-based nicknames. Ex: “My Star,” “My Starlight.”

During their time as “Frilliam,” they witnessed first-hand humanity’s capability to love and cherish an animal companion, especially one that is a gift from a loved one. They think back fondly to their time under Stanford Pines’ care.

Angst:

Is upset by the fact that Bill was terrified of them. Ax doesn’t want to be seen as terrifying at all.

When their chest is exposed in the air, they wrap their arms around it by habit. They have a visceral reaction if someone touches their chest or tries to restrain their limbs.

Understands Bill’s pain quite well.

A very long time ago, they cried so hard, their eyes fell out. They regenerated after.

May or may not has erased their own memories a few times before.

Wants to tell Bill of their past, but doesn’t know if they should.

Had a twin and Had someone they loved dearly. Someone they used to call “Their little bunny.” Ax would do anything to hold them again, even if just one last time. A time wish cannot bring them back.

Bill’s humor and his more harmless shenanigans reminds them of “Their Bunny.”

Their name is actually pronounced a-sho-loht, but they’d rather separate themselves from that name.

Cosmic Immortality… (See: Sucker For Love 2)

Extras:

Bill’s petty insults do not upset Ax. They have better shit to worry about lol.

Ax can speak every language. Their native tongue is Nahuatl but written in the theraprism’s cryptogram alphabet. (Idk what that specific cryptogram is called smh.)

Ax wouldn’t speak Bill’s native tongue (the color code) in front of him.

Bill’s and Ax’s encounter after his deletion was… emotionally charged, specially for Bill.

Ax’s voice is similar to Satan’s from Adventures of Mark Twain, but less sinister sounding. A male and a female voice overlapping each other, so gender ✨️

Ax was unaware of a lot of the things that went on the Therapism. Something or someone found a loophole to The Axolotl’s all seeing eyes.

Ax does NOT like their gills being touched at all. Bill learnt that the hard way.

Ax can also read people's minds but avoids to do so. They find it distasteful. (They still detect lies all the time though.)

@ ing people who need some nourishment lol.

@skyiiskyii @vimzu @bluecroc29

/hj /Ref sorta

I totally did NOT edit this picture after i posted this cringe ❤️

[just-a-toast]

Okay I have a question for the gravity falls fandom:

How do we feel on Bill x The Axolotl??

Here’s my vision: Bill seriously needs someone that he doesn’t have power over, someone who wouldn’t be tricked by him in any way, but also sympathize with him and give him the attention and affection he DESPERATELY needs.

The Axolotl is a powerful god that truly understands Bill, and wouldn’t run away from him. The Axolotl could give Bill unconditional love and understanding and would wait for Bill for as long as it takes. They would help Bill become a better person.

It WILL be messy in the beginning, Bill would reject any and all attempts of affection, but after some time Bill could realize that the Axolotl would wait till the end of time for him. He would have very high emotional walls but I think the Axolotl would be able to break down these walls without crossing boundaries that would make Bill worse.

I truly think this could be a really interesting ship because of how expendable it is and using what we know to shape how their relationship would work.

And just remember that this is a “what if” and a “what’s your opinion” question, if you don’t agree or dislike it, perfectly okay! I just thought of it one day and wanted to see how other people would view it. I like hearing other people’s opinions and interpretations so please do share if you have an idea! (Respectful ones of course)

[nagayumes]

(all Imperfect Lovesong AU) gay dumbasses fell asleep first at the sleepover

[hannathecartoonlover]

My humanoid version of the axolotl I wanted to give them this all gender-fluid look kinda like a mix of a drag queen /king my version of the axolotl is gender-fluid

I also kinda ship bill cipher and the axolotl so lol

BUT I can see you simps

lol don’t worry I’m one too I dunno why I made them look hot but hey we all don’t know what to expect from our art

[nagayumes]

It's so peak

These two...

[ventalizm]

fanart for the freaky duo ever

[cromerone001]

Here it is! It only took damn ages! :D Comic 5/5

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DeityBillCipher/Star Falls AU: @fazfuri

GFSorememory AU: @HanakoRan2009

Dreamcaptor AU: @NeonRoss_

Overlords AU: @aeli_tan_art

gfreverence AU: @SleepyLios

University AU: @bitzzoxl

grandpyramids AU: @Ohthuh @audieaudieaudie

MrBillPines AU: @Honeqqu

Euclydiarises AU: @orxinus

Euclydiafound AU: @Raven_Anime_

HandymanBill AU: @LosanPostle & @waty_mot

Bibble AU: @Mr_Cl0wn_

RewiredAU:@NostalgInk

Ford and Bills as shapes: @imokfyn TherapistBill: @sopkambingsoto

Bill shape form: @Strangersees

Human Bills:

@Toospooky4u1 @spoonyspinee @donniipao @bitzzoxl @Honeqqu @tesscourtes @NostalgInk @fazfuri

Axolotl's:

@izktpeak @JozlynMoon @fazfuri

[vimzu]

we're so back baby.

more pages under cutoff!!

I've been squashed by life recently and uh. That's not a pleasant experience. Anyhow, I'm glad to finally be able to post about the sillies.

... and I can actually post a link to it here!! Amazing.

Here's the playlist. I don't plan on making copies of it on other sites, but you're welcome to do so on your own. Just maybe credit me or smth, idk how this works...

It is mostly old songs from the 70-80s, as you can see. I wanted to make something that felt fresh, so I purposefully didn't add some of the popular, modern artists that pop up every other playlist. Even so, here's some honourable mentions that didn't make the cut:

- Crane Wives: Metaphor, The wolf, Allies or Enemies

- Queen: You take my breath away, Another one bites the dust

- Electric Light Orchestra: Mr. Blue Sky

- Mother Mother: O My Heart, Arms tonite, The stand, Chasing it down

technically Problems fits too

- The Oh Hellos: Constellations, Cold + Lapis Lazuli

[nagayumes]

IT:'S SO PEAAAKKK

THEYRE CUTE 😔🫶

AU BELONGS TO @nagayumes ‼️‼️

[skyiiskyii]

bill does NAWT like sharing

[lunarcrystaldraws]

Binary Stars AU!: An AxBill AU! 💫🌟

Yaaaay! More Au’s to never update Also get it? Cuz binary stars are stars that orbit around eachother and-

This is the updated version of this post.

Alright guys it’s happening! My own dedicated, extremely self indulgent AU of my comfort ship! Please refer to this fluff/angst headcannon list for already established information!

Now for the new stuff:

Bill close-up:

The Rose + Feather:

Oopsies! Bill fell for the Axolotl, but there is no way they could ever love his dumbass back, right?

… Then they confessed their love for him…

Bill did not believe them. No way. This has to be a cruel joke on him. Some divine punishment for his crimes.

To soothe his doubts, (and his cynical ass) Ax made him this cosmic rose decoration weaved from their own blood, as proof and as a reminder of their love for him. The rose and its light are as everlasting as Ax’s love. It blinks in sinc to Ax’s heartbeat.

The feather is made of stardust. It resembles and functions similarly to Ax’s feathery gills. It changes color depending on Bill’s mood.

The Star?

So cool gift lore aside… a little star on Bill’s bowtie… also a gift cuz yeah. I’ll try to give it something deep about it. No promises tho.

It does kinda look like Ax’s default pupils and they do call him “My star/starlight”👍

Plz guys I need more ship art of them plzplzplz im starving plz. I must drag more people into this ship RAAAGGHHHHH!

Come get ya food: @skyiiskyii @bluecroc29 @vimzu @trg-deltarune-quotes @constellationmelody @the-dimension-hopper @heretospitegod

[just-a-toast]

Bill Cipher and the Axolotl traditional art‼️‼️ (my tablet died so I settled for this) (sorry if the quality of the pictures are bad)

1. Based on the ThisIsNotAWebsiteDotCom.Com video of the Axolotl swimming with the Bill statue Codes: GOD, SHOWMEGOD, WHOISGOD

2. Comic of the Axolotl giving Bill flowers so he can decorate his cell room

3. Bill’s first time meeting with the Axolotl (GIANT AXOLOTL YESSSSSS) (this is before Bill become truly evil, after the destruction of his dimension, but before the insanity if you understand)

4. VERY ROUGH SKETCH of human Axolotl design with Bill bad Ax being besties 🥰🥰 (Bill doesn’t know it yet)

5. Ax is taller than Bill and them in cozy clothes <333

I want them to live in a little house and have little sitcom shenanigans <333 I want more of them

[nagayumes]

Shitty doodles Idk tbh

[cammy-mcspammy]

REALM RULERS AU: How it began Comic

Full |||||

Now they're normal office workers, yippie!

I MIGHT make a continuation comic about what job Ford does specifically with the realm, how Bill convinced the Henchmaniacs to join, and the hijinx the Fearamid Office gets into.

Then maybe something about how Bill bonds with gideon and how ford makes up with Stanley again. Then ofc Bill and Ford starting to get used to eachother again.. n maybe more 😏