#cadrenebula

[ffxivtribehydrae]

outerwear: What's your OC's outerwear situation? Jacket, sweater, cloak? What sort of weather do they deal with most and how do they protect themselves?

How cold is it? Snow or rain or wind? Auro'usk got something for every condition. Mild chill just a jacket will do, for windy he will get thick scarves, heading into a snowstorm he will bundle up properly from head to toe if he now has to go out. Thankfully he usually deal with mild weather and rains at worst as he usually spends time in the Shroud where he currently lives.

He always tries to be well prepared since he is terrified of getting ill. Being rather prone to simple flus growing worse rather fast he tries his best to avoid exposing himself to the weather.

~ Character design asks ~

[paintedscales]

What setting would they consider the most romantic to spend time with a partner? A beach at sunset? A private box at the theatre? An opulent ballroom? A private garden? Or something else entirely?

Good evening, Nebula! Thank you for the ask, and sorry it took me some time to get to it! I liked thinking about this one, though. :> I hope you've been well!

Annual Amorous Asks

Forest trails on the cusp of winter -- that moment right as autumn is ending and winter is soon felt upon the land. Sure, Nomin hates the cold, and has made this evident. However...the crisp air and slight chill reminds her -- reminds them -- of Sharlayan where they finally allowed themselves to bare their emotions to one another.

Though Sharlayan itself is too stuffy and perhaps a bit alienating to the both of them, that chill -- that crisp feeling. It tickles those memories. That elation.

I'd like to imagine that Nomin and Estinien, if they want to do something special, will go somewhere where the air isn't quite frigid to make it uncomfortable for Nomin. Somewhere where the trees are saying goodbye to their leaves as they go from fiery hues to being dead and brown, falling to the ground. From there, a clear night, the velvety sky speckled with countless stars that stretch on and on and on.

[mimble-sparklepudding]

8. The Hunter.

The Hunter’s prey is quite elusive,

Its trail is cold, its traits obscure,

But know its end will be conclusive,

As it has crimes to answer for...

The eighth character in my silly poem series is Alfarinn of @cadrenebula. This blog has thirteen OCs at the last count, of which Alfarinn is one. One might think that it would be confusing to read, let alone write, about so many OCs, but you will soon discover that they are all incredibly well-realised, with their own backstories, personalities and (most importantly) pets!

Given I can barely keep track of one OC, I am always slightly awestruck by the sheer skill and creativity to be found on this blog.

Definitely worth following if you're not already.

[aces-and-kings]

How about Stefan and Alexander with coffee and books? :D

Every Friday, like clockwork, Stefan found himself standing outside The Hourglass, Alexander's quaint bookshop nestled in the bustling brume sector of Ishgard. The familiar scent of old parchment and freshly brewed coffee wafted through the air as he pushed open the creaky wooden door and stepped inside.

The tinkling of a bell announced his arrival, and Alexander looked up from behind the counter. "Ah, Stefan! Good to see you again," he greeted, his voice carrying a hint of excitement. "The usual, I presume?"

Stefan nodded with a grin. "And surprise me with a new book this time too, hm?"

As Alexander prepared Stefan's black coffee just the way he liked it, he glanced at the stacks of books lining the shelves. His keen detective instincts always led him to choose something he thought his regulars would appreciate. Today, he settled on a forgotten tome about ancient ruins and lost civilizations—a subject that never failed to ignite Stefan's curiosity.

"I have something I think you'll find fascinating," Alexander said, placing the steaming cup of coffee on the counter. "It's a book about ancient ruins and the untold stories they hold. I thought it might capture your adventurous spirit."

Stefan's eyes sparkled with anticipation as he reached for the book. "Thank you, my friend. You always manage to find the most intriguing reads."

Alexander chuckled. "It's all part of the job. I love helping people find just what suits their particular tastes." He paused for a moment before adding, "Speaking of taste, I've prepared some fresh baked goods for you to take to P’sahji’to. I hope he enjoys them."

Stefan's expression softened. "He adores your baked goods, especially the pastries. You have a way with desserts just as much as you have a way with books."

The two men chatted about the latest literary discoveries, sharing stories and recommendations, while savoring the aroma of coffee that filled the air. It was a ritual they both cherished, a sanctuary of words and friendship amidst the bustling city.

After a while, Stefan reluctantly stood up, feeling the weight of time urging him to leave. "I must get going, my friend. P’sahji’to is eagerly awaiting my return. Same time next week though?"

Alexander smiled, his eyes twinkling. "I'll be here, ready with a new adventure and a fresh pot of coffee. Safe travels."

With a nod of gratitude, Stefan bid farewell to his friend and left The Hourglass, clutching the precious book in one hand and the basket of desserts in the other. As he strolled through the brume, the echoes of his footsteps mingled with the whispers of stories yet to be told.

@cadrenebula, thank you. I enjoy the idea of Alex having regulars at the shop.

[humblemooncat]

Ki'to Does Ivalice

I meant to make this post sometime this week, but day-of is hopefully fine.

For those who might be interested, I'm running blind through the Ivalice AR tonight, and would love to bring some friends along!

We'll be meeting tonight at 8pm EST in the Gold Court in Ul'dah on Zalera (Crystal)!

I don't know if we'll get a whole 24 people, but if we get more than 8, I'll set up a PF for us. o7

Tagging those who said they were interested on my other post: @lilvulpix-alex, @sjofn-lofnsdottr, @kskellington, @kanehon, @cadrenebula, @murphymakestherules (If we're still running when you get home, I'll tag you in!)

If you're interested, but can't make it this time, I plan to run Lohi through probably next weekend on Saturday or Sunday.

[mist-touchedxiv]

I promise that going forward I'll try to limit OoC posts, but I really wanted to acknowledge some truly wonderful people.

I've, uh, made no secret that for a while I wasn't in a good place emotionally. I don't think it's necessary to rehash my woes here, so I won't.

Long story short, I was pretty fed up with the FFXIV community and I was vocal.

I thought I was just venting into the void, shouting into an unfeeling abyss, but something surprised me: hands reached out to me.

I was legitimately taken aback by the kindness and compassion that I've experienced recently and I just wanted to express my appreciation for some folks.

@honorablepeachpitt - You were the first person in a while to make an actual effort to make a connection with me and while it's not been a long time, your consistent efforts and friendship really have made an impact on me and have truly made 2025 start at a high point.

@cadrenebula - I have genuinely appreciated that you have consistently been someone who has appreciated the dumb memes I've sent over the months when I felt like I was just too discombobulated to properly communicate and have returned the favor in kind with lots of memes that made me laugh. Even if I didn't know what to say, you always accepted my efforts. I hope to continue to get to know you!

@chadhunkler - Much like Nebula, I have really valued the way you have acknowledged my efforts to communicate through meme shitposting. I hope you have a good time RPing with me! Plus, the name "Chad Hunkler" is an all-time great that will never not make smile at least a bit!

@archaiclumina - Your congeniality really took me by surprise! I truly have been blown away by the magnanimity you've shown me by helping me learn how to participate in the Tumblr FFXIV/RP community. Lessons I didn't realize that I DESPERATELY needed. You even promoted my blog some! You've nearly single-handedly improved my opinion of the Tumblr FFXIV community. BlueSky, however, is still dead to me. 😂

@but-first--tea - While we may not always quite "get" each other, the effort and reciprocity you've shown me over the months has made me really appreciate our interactions!

@thefrostflower - It was truly a balm for my soul to have someone who I could not only vent my frustrations with the FFXIV community to, but understood, commiserated with me, and made me feel valid.

@spotofmummery - While I'm not close with you and you clearly having a lot going on, you've always made an effort to acknowledge me in the communities you admin.

Respectfully,

The Mun Behind the Bun

[gatheredfates]

QUIZ: VILLIAN TYPE ✧˖°.

@thefreelanceangel demanded I do my little boy — my little meow meow — and who was I to deny?

Pure Evil

You are unapologetically evil, you are likely just here for the drama and the theater of it all. You are selfish and cruel because you want to be, not because you had no other choice, but because you revel in the opportunity to do what is wrong. That's not to say you will commit every unspeakable act, perhaps you have standards and your own moral code, but by no means are you the good guy in your own mind. Those who have wronged you, no matter how trivial or petty the slight against you, will be treated without mercy and you will be cackling the entire time without a hint of remorse. You enjoy the most painful and twisted approach to getting your revenge. Above all else, you like to cause problems on purpose.

HE'S A VOIDSENT, I DON'T KNOW WHAT YOU ALL EXPECTED HERE.

Tagging: @hythlodaes, @piyopikamika, @sealrock, @thevikingwoman, @yloiseconeillants

@humblemooncat, @chainsofaether, @cadrenebula, @allyennah, @abracarabbit

@arty-ffxiv, @cindernet-explorer, @eriyu, @nhaneh, @airis-ray & you!

Because I refuse to be called out for my mistakes again (affectionate) the link to the quiz is here!

If you'd like a chance of being tagged, you can like my permanent interaction call here!

[chadhunkler]

I was tagged for WIP Wednesday by @iona-xiv !!! (didn't have time to answer yesterday ;_;)

i have so many thing kinda hanging in my brainspace, between Chad eye ideas (eyedeas? hmm), Kasha meeting new yokai/showing them to Toyo, and maybe getting Chad into the adventuring business. The biggest thing, though, would probably be the new character I'm working on, Holuikhan Haragin!

She's from a part of the Haragin tribe that split off and swam deep into the Ruby Sea generations ago, a place where no light touches. Still working on the nitty-gritty of her backstory/lore, but I've got the basics down, and some neat physical descriptions sort-of based on real life! Did you know there's certain deep-sea fish that have capsule-shaped melanin cells that absorb an insane amount of light? I took that and modified it a bit, so her skin's super dark underwater, and her fins/scales/eyes can shine bioluminescence like an anglerfish to attract prey! yeyeyeyeye fishe

Thank you again for tagging me! I'm gonna tag @archaiclumina @airis-ray @oneiroy @sealrock @shroudkeeper @verysmallcyborg @rasenkaikyo @captainkurosolaire @ythealleycat @cadrenebula @varrok and anyone else who'd like to! To be honest, I'd ping everyone I'm following if I could

[peddlestox-shinyrocks]

Reading Preferences - Peddlestox Shinyrocks

as tagged by @mimble-sparklepudding

BOLD genres your character reads. Italicize genres your character occasionally peruses. Strikethrough if they absolutely won’t touch it. Bold, italicized and strikethrough they won't go 10 fulms feet of it.

art | biography | business | chick lit | children’s | classics | comics | contemporary | cookbooks | crime | fantasy | fiction | gay and lesbian | graphic novels | historical fiction | history | horror | humor and comedy | memoir | music | mystery | nonfiction | paranormal | philosophy | poetry | psychology | religion | romance | science | science fiction | self help | suspense | spirituality | sports | thriller | travel | young adult | warfare

ty mimble for the ask! i... do not know who hasn't done this

@starrysnowdrop for her two blorbos? @houserosaire? uhh @draculas-husband @laladventures perhaps? sends one @cadrenebula too

So a little bit about Kwaszits:

The bolds:

She doesn't believe anyone can be too old for a children's story. And she prefers the simpler words.

Comics and Graphic Novels? They have pictures. Even if she can't understand the words she can certainly look at the pictures.

Fantasy and Fiction? She likes hearing about the tales of adventurers and a lot of them seem fairly far fetched from a non-adventurer's perspective.

Kwas loves romance novels. She loves the pining, the slow burns, the love at first sights, Romeo and Juliet type stuff.

The italics:

These are underneath a bunch of assumptions.

Chick lits I don't think are things Kwas would often look at now, but maybe once or twice when she was a teen.

Art depends on what constitute as "art". Are we including making forms of art like say jewelry making, knitting, quilting, embroidery, etc or just plain drawing/sketch/painting books to learn from or just plain picture books of art? If its the broad strokes, it'd probably be a bold instead. If its the latter two, again, once or twice but not often.

Cookbooks are only when she wants to make something and nothing else.

Historical fiction will depend on the plot.

Humor/comedy I think she would be interested in, but I've also never read either of those kinds of books (because they don't really appeal to me, I'd rather watch a comedy/satire) so maybe.

Nonfiction and science are probably where her instruction manuals and DIYs are put in, but they're also other things in there so italics.

Science fiction is not as good as Fantasy/Fiction but I think she'd read a handful.

Travel books only for the newest place she's heading to and never again.

The normals:

The only one I wanna talk about here is the gay/lesbian one because... well if its under romance she'll probably read it, but she's not going to go out of her way to find them.

The strikethroughs:

Just plain disinterest in the topic.

The bold/italic/strikes:

Oh dear god does she hate these.

Poetry only for the sin of having problems understanding them. I think she'd find them pretty cute/interesting if she sat down and gave them a chance.

Warfare is obvious. She's a lovegobbie. Not a fighter.

Paranormal? Kwas is a coward. She HATES ghosts. (cocoa ghost only exception and only cause he's been nice and giving her cocoa) She wants nothing to do with any of it - demons, cryptids, ghosts, all of that gives her nightmares and if I didn't know any better I'd say they could induce her into a panic.

Horror is pretty much the same thing. She doesn't like the idea of something going bump in the night, anything to do with the likes of things like slasher fics or murder mysteries or anything that could make her think not twice but four times over being alone with a chocobo on the road going to the next town. Her gobbieheart can't take it.

[petitfarron]

♦ - quirks/hobbies headcanon?

I also got asked this by @cadrenebula, so I'll just give you both as many answers as I can with my sleepy brain at once. ♡

For dumb little things, I guess would be considered 'quirks'? Here's a few:

I headcanon Farron as having an accent similar to Erenville's but a little thicker and harder to understand as he's only been free of Rak'tika for roughly... 5 years? And if he gets excited and starts to talk too fast, people just stare at him like he's speaking in tongues, so he needs to actively slow himself down. The funny thing with Dusk that has him forgetting to slow down is that the Echo just... let's Dusk understand Farron perfectly at all times, so there's never been an issue with them! So that has him slipping back into old habits of not being so mindful, the poor guy.

There's also a habit he has of rubbing the side or back of his neck when he feels awkward or nervous.

Another silly thing he does - because he's always been terrible at getting questions across properly - is to tilt his head at the person he's talking with and tipping his ears a little too far forward to make himself visibly look inquisitive and curious. That way, people will always understand that he's actually asking something, and there's no confusion.

As for hobbies! Farron has quite a few, but they've mostly been mentioned if memory serves. It probably doesn't...

There's obviously botany and alchemy, which basically go hand in hand for him. He's a little nutty and mad over both of them, and he tends to get... very overenthusiastic if anyone starts a conversation about either with him. Don't let him talk for hours because he absolutely will, and no, he won't feel bad about it either!

Another hobby that he's picked up and really thrown himself into is cooking! He's gotten very good at it and thank the gods for that when he has to feed two grown ass elezen men who don't care to feed themselves properly.

There's also a silly one that I, personally, enjoy... he absolutely adores reading fairytales! His favorites are cheesy romances, and yes, he will happily show you his horribly embarrassing massive collection of fairytale tomes! Is it better or worse that he's collected them all in a matter of only 4 years?... It's probably fine. It's completely normal behavior.

I think that's about all that my two braincells can come up with at the moment, but I hope it was fun to read! Thanks for asking. ♡

[ffxivtribehydrae]

9 Fandom Peeps to Get to Know Better

Tagged by: @nabaath-areng

Three ships I like: Been really into OOC ships lately... Too many to pick

First ship ever: My very first OC and Kai Hiwatari from Beyblade. Man I loved that series as a kid. Maybe I should watch it again and see what I think as adult..?

Last song you heard: Dead Man - David Kushner. Just recently discovered him and I am vibing

Favorite childhood book: Trollkarlens Ring (Wizard's Ring), it was a short choose-your-adventure style of book and I absolutely loved it. Never in my life have I read the same book twice, but that one saw soo many rereads. And probably played a part in growing my interest for RP

Currently reading: I... haven't read a book in years (that is not school related). I have a goal to read 1 book this year. Pathetic I know

Currently watching: Just finished Worst Roomates, now I plan to start Squidgame season 2

Currently consuming: Breakfast. Been on a cereal obsession lately

Currently craving: Boba. Gosh I hope the shop is open when I head out today...

Tagging: @lal-ffxiv @cadrenebula @avaritia-ffxiv @adellennehocoleux @umbralsound-xiv @spotofmummery @ishgardianskypirate @felinewanderer @ythealleycat

and if you reading this wanna do it, tag me so I can get to know you!

[candycryptids]

Get to know me better! Tagged by @zylphiacrowley and @ahollowgrave ✨

Last Song: Space Ghost Coast To Coast by Glass Animals (YouTube link) cos it’s on my ‘spooky’ playlist for Carbs 😂 it’s actually one of the few songs on that with like, proper lyrics

Favorite Color: Orange! And Yellow! And Green! And Purple…!! (My favorite in FFXIV color though, is Celeste Green. She doesn’t lose!)

Currently Watching: Season 10 of Hermitcraft! We’re trying to keep up with MumboJumbo, Grian, Rendog, Geminitay, Bdouble0, Smallishbeans, Zedaph, and ImpulseSV :) …. Remember how I reblogged that pill about having interests I just don’t talk about? Yeah this is one of them. Lol. We’re also watching Zedaph’s new solo create mod series 😌

Last Movie: Beetlejuice (1988) for my brothers birthday, it was just as silly and fun as I remembered!

Sweet/Spicy/Savory: yes. I think my general go-to is, Sweet breads, Spicy Noodles/Meats and Savory Veggies…. But I couldn’t pick just one over the others 🤔 I could MAYBE drop Savory for a sweet/spicy in S-tier tho

Relationship Status: Poly, married (commitment/ceremony only can’t legally marry where I live), and not super fussed (personally) about finding more dates/people to add to it. I can’t even joke about needing a sugar daddy I’m just not cut out for that I’m too aro-ace

Current Obsession: U h….. being alive. Jkjk I just chewed through all the available chapters of Greatest real Estate Developer, it took me a while to suck up and read ‘the popular thing’ cos i thought it was gonna be like other infinite power up fantasy Story-Book Isekai’s but it’s actually really charming- the artist, adaptor, AND author are all having a really good time working on the series from the ‘extras’ they posted and the expressions are………. Well if I ever get around to posing the stuff I have in mind you’ll see the influences I’m sure. 🫣 …. Also I’m still super obsessed with FFXIV and all my blorbs- rn the spotlight is flickering a lil tho cos I gotta clench my jaw and just take the time to do some work in blender instead of playing the game and spinning the camera real fast around my beans cos my beans are still BROKEN lol. I gotta find a way to update Lev’s skin and Mochiie needs to be rebuilt from the ground floor still basically.

Last thing in my search history: ………….

“Beetlejuice 1988” I was making sure I was putting down the right year cos I knew it was a lil older than me but not by a bunch but I couldn’t remember /)////////(\ sh.

People I wanna know better: Uhm! I’m tagging @becquerelnoir @cadrenebula @archaiclumina @oneiroy uh, I actually dunno who has or hasn’t done this 🫣 no pressure to do this if you don’t wanna or you’ve been tagged already! Also if I didn’t tag you and you WANT to be tagged you can pretend I did or even just send me a dm and I’ll tag you XD this monster says you’re ‘it’ if you wanna be

[mimble-sparklepudding]

You've never been annoying. <3 I always look forward to the asks from you even if it takes me a long time to answer them sometimes.

Thank you. I hope they are good asks, or at least OK ones :)

[aroseyetbloomedwrites]

Book Genre Prompt

Interesting enough! It was said I was mentioned by sweet @dearestcherry, but I could not find the tag, so, I am yoinking this regardless. Many hearts to you! That was a joy to read.

Tagging: @wpip-raham, @cadrenebula, @avampyone, @houserosaire, @lukawarrioroflight, @scholarlostintime, @thefrostflower, @adahlenan, @sjofn-lofnsdottr

bold genres your character reads. italicize genres your character occasionally peruses.

art | biography | business | chick lit | children’s | classics | comics | contemporary | cookbooks | crime | fantasy | fiction | gay and lesbian | graphic novels | historical fiction | history | horror | humour and comedy | memoir | music | mystery | nonfiction | paranormal | philosophy | poetry | psychology | religion | romance | science | science fiction | self help | suspense | spirituality | sports | thriller | travel | young adult | warfare

Francel leads a very busy life, and so, typically, his mind is kept quite busy during the day, and most of the evening, as well. Those final hours he is able to spend in bed, or, on his sofa, can be with a book to wind down. His most common companion being Musical History and developments, not just scores, and also, old (and new) textbooks. A lot of his time as Overseer did require learning on the fly, or, on the go, and also being able to take advice from those assisting him, who, want to see him grow as well. (Getting off track). Thus, he does read a lot of business and world wide economic and governmental theory and function. And for pleasure, when his little brain is so stuffed, a little fantasy, a little romance, a litany of poems or limericks until the book falls on his face, and he sleeps nestled within the pages for a few hours.

[woltourney]

ROUND 1 SIDE B

1: Kisa Hatasashi (@skeleton-monarch / @seabornchild) v Zee Zalinos (@zeloinator) 2: El Shizuka (@bounusstage) v Coconeja Hahaneja (@plenary-indulgence) 3: Axel Kristallwesfv (@axelofthekey) v Ki'to Vashai (@humblemooncat) 4: Norlaise Sellecerre (@luciacbg) v Huge Beef (@isayoldbean) 5: Kari (@karixiv) v Zuveh'a Khulaa (@zuveha-xiv) 6: Bertilak Hautdesert (@dutifullyscentedkid) v Aina Rosewood (@ainarosewood) 7: K'pehli Tia / Sae'pheli'ehva (@hallowed-nebulae) v U'zula (@mischiefmilly) 8: Rigel Orionis / Ragdoll (@thegreatyin) v Syla (@mistdrinkersblade) 9: Amara Ra'thaal (@terminalkarma) v Stelak Ganzthuv (@drtanner) 10: Valentin Charledore (@cadrenebula) v Thorne Bitterclove (@thornethelegend) 11: Raine Kurusu (@lilvulpix-alex) v Iris Opranta (@irisopranta) 12: Lopu Rhaavuna (@mages-ballad) v Big-Chungus Funny Icarus (@swageus_harmonia) 13: Nahte'to Vhia (@lookbluesoup) v Max Arzin (@jydrophobic) 14: Naru (@blucifer08) v Fortunate Storm (@kanden) 15: Vastha Mhakaracca (@incense-and-iron) v Rolanberry "Kira" Cheesecake (@phobos-voidwalker) 16: Tahri Nhupuju (@tahri-nhupuju) v Amor Valentine (@lunadivino)

[mist-touchedxiv]

Oh Hey! It's the Thing! I Can Do It! I Can Do It 9 Times!

◦Three ships I like◦

Bandit and Chili - Bluey (there's a small child in my family, I swear)

Han Solo and General Leia Organa - Star Wars

Tina Belcher and Zeke - Bob's Burgers

◦First ship◦ Han Solo and Leia Organa

◦Last song◦

◦Favorite childhood book◦ Harry Potter series (just being honest, absolutely do NOT support JK Rowling in her current position)

◦Currently reading◦ Ghazghkull Thraka: Prophet of the WAAAGH! - Nate Crowley

◦Currently watching◦ Longplay w/ no commentary of Illbleed on the Dreamcast

◦Currently consuming◦ Beef sticks and a beer

◦Currently craving◦ Fettuccine alfredo

Thanks to @amalthea-felsblood for the nomination!

I'll nominate... @cadrenebula @chadhunkler @alenkos @mimble-sparklepudding @archaiclumina @alexissero @thefreelanceangel @thefrostflower @kikisqueaks

If you've already done it, then feel free to ignore!