#cleric caregiver

[ur-fav-is-agere]

Goeniko from King Of Fighters

Is a big sister/cleric caregiver!

[bunnelbaby]

✨🧸 Cleric Caregiver flag for divine healers that take care of kiddos and critters of all kinds (please reblog if you save)! ✨🧸

[yickle-twees]

They saved my life, so I’ll save theirs.

I'm alive because they made me alive.

[faefoundmoon]

kiss the cook/cleric/caregiver ! ❤️

[best-nun-tournament]

Round 1, Match 26

Mother Mildred (Call the Midwife) vs Silque (Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia)

Mother Mildred is an Anglican nun of the Order of St. Raymond Nonnatus, is a midwife and caregiver, and is Mother Superior.

Silque is a mendicant nun serving the goddess Mila

Mother Mildred

She is funky! Unlike most managers she delights in getting her hands dirty and helping out if she believes that is what she had been called to do. Absolutely a fun character and really shakes up the dynamic of the house when she comes to stay.

Silque

Beautiful woman... beautiful woman... Anyway she's the first cleric you get if I recall correctly in the game so you rely on her pretty early on and she's a good unit! She learns warp early which is a great spell for all kinds of strategies. But this isn't about her gameplay! She's just a fun character. She's far from your standard quiet nun type. She enjoys the Girl Talk (tm) and tries to have some with Faye (although Faye shuts it down because she hate gossip or something). She's so cool and girlboss. But even with all that she's still very devout! Because it was Mila's teachings that saved her as a child, she is extremely dedicated to serving the Mother Mila. Also she likes to eat raw bags of flour and hard stale bread. The justification for this was that she was raised humbly (first on a pilgrimage with her mother then by the Novis Priory) but I think it's just goofy as hell. Also she has a high luck growth which is also funny because she gets kidnapped like twice and I don't think that's very lucky.

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More stuff: this is just more stuff but I find it interesting how her mother served the god Duma while she serves the goddess Mila, opposing dieties. Even though she was raised for the first years of her life by her mother who was a Duma Faithful, she was raised the rest of her life in a Mila-dedicated Priory so she serves Mila although her mother served Duma.

[autistic-gale-dekarios]

BG3 OC Lore: Ernest

This is my little baby guy Ernest, from my second BG3 run. Finally finished writing up his lore today. So here it is :)

Basics

Full name: Ernest Summerglade

Race: Wood half-elf

Gender: M (cis) (he/him)

Birth date: 10 Alturiak 1444 DR (age ~48 during game events)

Class: Nature Cleric of Mielikki

Background: Outlander

Stats: 10 STR | 14 DEX | 16 CON | 8 INT | 16 WIS | 10 CHA

Moral alignment: LG (early game) / NG (endgame)

Personality (MBTI, Enneagram): ISFJ, 9w1

Neuro stuff: Autism, generalised anxiety, history of PTSD, selective mutism

Sexuality: Bi (demi/acespec, sex-positive)

Romanced character: Halsin (ship name: Oakglade)

Media

Tags: #oc: ernest (my posts about him); #ernest core (posts that are him-coded)

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Oakglade playlist

Full backstory under the cut!

Pre-game

Early life

Ernest was the eldest child of a human father and a wood elf mother, raised alongside his two younger sisters, Petra and Gwyn, in the forests between Baldur’s Gate and Cloakwood. Ernest’s mother was a druid from the Cloakwood Circle, and his father was a ranger from Baldur’s Gate who’d left the city to live wild when the two fell in love. Ernest’s parents both worshipped Mielikki, following her teachings to protect their patch of wilderness from harm while avoiding conflict with outsiders. This wasn't always easy, and as the Baldurian lumber and hunting trades boomed, the forest faced increasing threats.

One night when Ernest was 14, Petra 10 and Gwyn 7, their parents were both killed while trying to defend a giant oak tree from loggers. Ernest was woken by the commotion and ran over to help, but it was too late, and he didn’t stand a chance against a dozen men with axes. But before they could turn on him, something changed suddenly. An inexplicable feeling of calm came over Ernest, and the loggers -- as if compelled by some ineffable vision -- all dropped their axes and fled back to the city, leaving both tree and children unharmed. Somehow Ernest knew this was an intervention by Mielikki herself: it was her who had enlightened those men and saved him and his sisters. For this, he felt a renewed sense of devotion to the goddess. There must have been a reason his parents died but he was spared: he must have some greater purpose, and he was going to fulfil it.

Ernest was the only one of the children who’d actually witnessed what happened to their parents, and he did his best to shield the other two from the trauma, even if it meant carrying that burden all by himself. Forced into a caregiver role for little sisters, Ernest had to put aside his own feelings -- the survivor’s guilt, the growing fear of conflict and loss, the eternal debt he felt he owed his parents and the wilderness they died defending. He truly believed he and his sisters were only alive because of a miracle, and he couldn’t count on another one next time.

Ernest had always been quiet, but after his parents’ death, he would go weeks at a time without talking at all. This wasn’t a choice so much as a defense mechanism, as if using his voice would unmask how terrified he was inside. Speaking was self-exposure, self-exposure was weakness, and weakness was danger. Petra and Gwyn learned to understand Ernest without words, and this deep connection between them saved their lives many times.

Ernest's mother had intended to teach her children the ways of the druids when they came of age. With that now off the table, Ernest was reliant on the practical survival skills he'd learnt from his father to protect what remained of his family. But, increasingly, this didn't feel like enough.

Life as a cleric of Mielikki

When Ernest was 16, he heard of a sect of Mielikki clerics in Baldur’s Gate, and one day ventured there to find them and hopefully learn from them. Ernest had barely left the wilds beforehand, so his first trip to the Lower City was a huge culture shock. Pollution, oppression and hardship everywhere he looked. When confronted with the brutality of urban life, he understood that the sense of loss he carried was not unique to him: tragedy was unfolding all around him, every day. It wasn’t just his sisters and their patch of woods that needed protecting.

Ernest recalled his mother’s stories of the Forestarms of Waterdeep, a group of Mielikki followers who worked to bridge the gap between wilderness and civilisation by teaching city dwellers how to live in harmony with nature. Ernest decided that Baldur’s Gate needed a Forestarm and that he would take on that duty.

Followed by his sisters and using what he’d learnt in the city, Ernest founded a new division of Forestarms which welcomed anyone with a devotion to Mielikki and protecting nature in her name. As the community grew, Ernest and his sisters became custodians to the forest, deeply respected by the wildfolk living there. By Ernest’s 20th birthday he was a powerful nature cleric, and he visited the city regularly over the next three decades to carry out his work.

During game

The three siblings were holding an open sermon in Baldur’s Gate when the mindflayers attacked. Ernest didn’t see what happened to his sisters, but when he woke on the nautiloid he feared the worst. Despite them both now being grown women with powers of their own, Ernest blamed himself for not protecting them better, convinced that if anything had happened to them, it was his fault.

Despite (or maybe because of) his reserved nature, Ernest got along well with the rest of the party. Ernest had always been very loyal and trusting, assuming the best of everyone, which -- while beneficial traits for a Forestarm -- did make him somewhat of an easy target (e.g. he let Abdirak beat him up, Volo take his eye out and Astarion drain him all on the same day).

Ernest only truly came out of his shell when he met Halsin. Ernest was no stranger to physical intimacy, but he’d always been so focused on his family that he’d never really been in a devoted relationship before. There was no pinpointable moment where he ‘fell in love’ with Halsin; in a way, it felt like he’d always loved him. They had very similar backgrounds and values, but Halsin had a calming presence to him that Ernest desperately needed. He spoke more to Halsin in the few months they spent adventuring together than he had to anyone in years prior. Prayer had once been a very private activity for Ernest, but he felt comfortable enough around Halsin to share this with him. Halsin even made him a small wooden idol of Mielikki, which became like a comfort object for him (until Karlach accidentally set it on fire one night) ((she apologised profusely and let Ernest use Clive as a makeshift idol while Halsin worked on a replacement)).

Ernest’s experiences throughout game events changed him for the better. The amount of conflict and death he was forced to engage with were distressing at first, but through it all he learned how to confront that distress rather than bury it. He'd lost several allies along the way, including Shadowheart, Astarion and Orpheus, but his grief was now overshadowed by hope. Ernest’s bravery and optimism weren’t just a mask anymore, they were real and they were stronger than his fear.

Post-game

After game events, Ernest went back to the woods in search of his sisters. To his joy, he found Gwyn safe and well. She told him how she’d escaped the city during the attack, and later returned to aid displaced citizens and refugees. Sadly Petra hadn't been so lucky. She was also abducted by the mindflayers, presumably either turned or killed. Gwyn had been mourning both of her siblings until she heard that Ernest was not only alive, but the one who had saved the city.

Ernest planted a tree for Petra in her favourite spot, and spent much of the next few weeks just sitting with it and thinking. Once, he would have tortured himself with remorse for his sister's death, but now, he felt mostly acceptance. Loss was difficult, yes, but life could not meaningfully exist without it.

During this time, Halsin had been travelling throughout the region doing humanitarian work. When the pair reunited, Ernest decided to join him, entrusting Forestarm duty to Gwyn in his absence (though he came back to visit regularly).

Ernest and Halsin took in a growing number of lost and orphaned children in the course of their travels, and essentially adopted and raised them as their own. They were both excellent dads.

Trivia

Ernest’s favourite colour is corn yellow, his favourite season is summer, his favourite food is blackberries, and his favourite animals are deer.

Ernest is not the brightest apple in the bunch. He makes up for his lack of brain cells with his abundance of heart cells.

Thanks to his mixed parentage, Ernest is bilingual. He can speak Common and Elvish fluently, though for most of his life he could read and write only in Common (Halsin eventually taught him Espruar).

Ernest is big into basket weaving. Put pretty much any assortment of plant matter in front of him, he can (and probably will) make a basket out of it. He’s good at daisy chains too.

Ernest’s sisters call him Nesty. When Halsin first heard Gwyn calling him that, he thought it was the cutest thing ever and immediately started using it too (Ernest retaliated by calling him Daddy Halsin).

Ernest may be quiet in the streets but he's embarrasingly loud in the sheets. Halsin has had to physically cover his mouth to stop him waking the entire camp

Character inspirations for Ernest include: Samwise Gamgee (LOTR), Beth March (Little Women), Fluttershy (MLP: Friendship is Magic), Baymax (Big Hero 6), and Piglet (Winnie the Pooh)

I welcome all asks about Ernest and/or my other OCs, I will never turn down an opportunity to yap about them :3

Other OC lore posts: Hugo | Casper

Fenton’s lore is next on my list to write up so uh. Buckle up for that mess

[crosaidi]

paerin's gruff and can be a curmudgeon, but he is, by nature, a caregiver. he actually really likes his role as a battle healer of sorts, a lot more than he'd readily admit. he'll take care of people when they're sick or injured, he'll fuss over them, and he's not a priest or a cleric by any means but he's capable, especially out in the field.

and he likes it. finds a deep satisfaction in it, finds that he's kind of good at it despite having no bedside manner. he wonders sometimes, honestly, if that's where life would've taken him if he hadn't lived it by the sword, but that's the way it went and that's the way it is.

[theoakandthemistletoe]

The Clerics of the Four Seasons

The Clerics of the Four Seasons are a benign cult in the kingdom, separate from the temples. Rather than venerate a deity, these clerics are devoted to the natural cycle of the year, and while any gods who show up are welcome to help out, their primary focus is on nature's rhythm. They get on unusually well with druids and their Circles as a result, although it is more of a working relationship and they are not privy to druidic secrets. Generally speaking, people have positive opinions on the cult, although there are certain rumours about them which the cult suspects are spread by the official temples.

The four different subsects of the cult each focus, as one might guess, on a different season, and the nature of their worship varies accordingly. Clerics of the Blossom come to the fore in spring and have a reputation for being optimistic caregivers. Their magic focuses on the school of Evocation, but Necromancy is not frowned upon either, which is the source of most suspicion around the cult. They host the Bloom, a festival showcasing spring flowers, lights, and art.

Clerics of the Fields are the guardians of summer. Most view them as a bacchalian group, thanks to their festival, the Carnival, a celebration of freedom and release, but in reality they could be argued as the most hard-working of the four sects. They work long days studying agriculture and maintaining their farms, offer protective magics to all and sundry, and host the Carnival as an escape from their duties rather than an extension of them.

Autumn is greeted by the Clerics of the Harvest. Hospitality is law for this sect: it is their sacred duty to host any travellers who visit, providing them with nourishment and supplies for their journey. Those who visit the Clerics of the Harvest should feel as if they are being welcomed home. The Clerics close the season with the Harvest Festival, a vast banquet for the clerics and whomever they may be housing at the time, and it is said that winter begins at the stroke of midnight after this festival.

Many imagine that winter's clerics, the Clerics of the Frost, must be an appropriately cold and unfriendly sect. They don't host a festival like the other sects, it's true, but they do welcome anyone into their halls for study, and provide Divination services to the general populace. In lieu of a festival, people are invited to receive a vision from an oracle concerning both the year past and the year to come -- a vision as confusing and unhelpful as most prophecies are, but they do come with a free talisman.

Early in Morris's adventuring career, the group stayed with the Clerics of the Harvest for a short time over the period of the Harvest Festival. Giving Morris food is guaranteed to warm him up to someone, and Millie, a plump young lady his age with curly brown hair and a lovely smile, took him under her wing. The morning after the festival, cold, frosty, crisp, hot breath misting in the air, Morris and Millie took a walk alone around the kitchen gardens, a walk which should have taken them ten minutes and yet somehow kept them occupied for nearly an hour.

Later that day, the group left to continue their quest. Neither Morris nor Millie regretted parting. It felt like they'd reached the natural end of whatever they had, and hanging around afterwards would spoil it. They both knew trying to make a serious long-term go of it would never work. Still, Morris has a bit of a type when it comes to women, and that type looks a lot like Millie.

[feliniakattus]

Allegiances drop (finally)

im happy to answer any questions about anything!!

Bound by the alliance, five groups of different species come together for mutual protection and the benefits of living together. The other kattii are unwilling to join, and free of the rules imposed by the Leagues, although they miss out on food and companionship on their journeys.

The Grasslands

Savannah Coalition

Emperor: Crane Song-Glide, a slender, long-furred mostly white molly with thin horns and grey patches

Consuls: 

Dark Song, a black and white tom with unusually long horns and green eyes

Mangosteen, (acting consul: Thunder)

Senators: 

Jackal Creek, a ginger tabby jack with yellow eyes and brown horns

Baobab Root-Soar-Claw, a thick-furred warm grey tabby tom with thick horns

Medlar Root-Soar-Claw, a grey and gold tortoiseshell jack with green eyes and curled horns

Mowana Creek, a pinkish grey mackerel tabby molly with blue eyes and short horns

Thunder Root, a slender grey tabby point tom with amber eyes and thick horns. 

Clover Bud-Creek, a pretty fair brown speckled tabby tom with dark blue eyes and black hooves

Cleric, Marrah Glide, an albino molly with pink eyes

Apothecary: Fern Antler-Claw, a pale ginger mackerel tabby molly with light orange hooves

Legionaries:

Salvinia Bud-Bones, speckled ginger jack with a significant scar on their belly 

Sumac Claw-Bud reddish brown mackerel tabby molly with long legs and green eyes

Syringa Bud-Fang, a brown tabby tom with a jagged white marking on his belly

Senna Bones, speckled cream tom with one missing leg and yellow eyes

Acacia Bud-Fang, swift mottled brown jack with short, sleek fur and streamlined horns

Vera Fang, a beautiful light brown tabby tom with patches of darker fur and black hooves

Lantana Glide, dawn-coloured molly with lighter chest and paws and pinkish eyes

Nutmeg Claw-Bud, a slim brown mackerel tabby molly with green eyes and long legs. 

Cinnamon Claw, a tall, slim ginger mackerel tabby molly with green eyes and a long tail. 

Pagoda Stem-Bud, spotted cream molly, partially paralysed with a broken horn.

Cassia Antler, a black and white jack with a large scar on their back and broken horns

Tirones:

Oak Song, a dark gold spotted molly cub with amber eyes, tutored by Thunder, Cassia, and Cinnamon

Pigeon Song, a grey-gold spotted molly cub with green eyes, tutored by Baobab, Lantana, and Syringa

Marula Creek, a dark grey-gold spotted tom cub with yellow eyes, tutored by Jackal, Sumac, and Vera

Motopi Creek, a light grey-gold spotted jack cub with blue eyes, tutored by Clover, Acacia, and Senna

Caregivers: Mangosteen Root-Soar-Claw, dark ginger mackerel tabby jack with blue eyes and white belly.

Cubs:

Combretum Root, big light gold spotted tom cub with a white belly and green eyes

Paspalum Soar, small dark gold spotted molly cub with a white belly.

Retirees: Kunai Stem, thin dark, pinkish-gold jack with long horns and a missing eye.

The Inland Sea

Broad Pod

Monarch: Sterlet, long-tailed sandy-red tom with white side stripes and a long muzzle.

Successor: Sprat, slim, sleek cinnamon tom with white side stripes and a short muzzle

Courtskats: 

Anemone, a dishevelled ginger classic tabby molly with long fur and green eyes

Coral, a huge orange tom with thick tail fins and blue eyes

Jellyfish, a massive dark ginger classic tabby molly with a cool grey underbelly

Bryozoa, a small, sleek pale red mackerel tabby jack with a grey belly.

Algae, a sleek pale ginger mackerel tabby molly with green eyes

Dulse, a big dark red classic tabby demimolly with green eyes and white spots

Cleric: Inri’rrp, a melanistic tom with blue eyes and cream paws

Apothecary: Crab, a sleek red classic tom with yellow eyes

Knights:

Kelp, a dark red classic tabby jack with dense fur and green eyes.

Trout, a cinnamon ticked tabby molly with a thick, bushy tail.

Rockweed, a small mostly grey tom with pale ginger tipping and yellow eyes

Abyss, a large red classic tabby jack with yellow eyes

Urchin, a messy furred dark ginger jack with a grey belly

Laver, a small dark red mackerel tabby molly with white spots and yellow eyes

Nika, a blue-grey tortoiseshell-tabby jack with red patches and green eyes

Shrimp, a red and white spotted tabby molly with blue eyes

Aurelia, a longhaired, slim spotted tabby molly with blue eyes and light red fur

Squires:

Lamprey, a sleek, nimble cinnamon point molly cub with green eyes, tutored by Dulse and Laver

Porpoise, a swift warm mink point molly cub with green eyes, tutored by Anemone and Aurelia

Red, a bright red classic tabby tom cub with a thick, bushy tail, thick fur and green eyes, tutored by Jellyfish and Rockweed

Grey, a mostly grey and white classic tabby tom cub with thick fur and green eyes, tutored by Coral and Nika 

Caregivers:

Rapid, a warm grey ticked tabby tom with blue eyes and a silver underbelly.

Scale, a heavily pregnant ginger tabby jack with green eyes. (Ginger, Rapana)

Cubs:

Storm, a grey ticked tabby and white tom cub with blue eyes

Splash, a massive grey mackerel tabby tom cub with amber eyes

Retirees:

Scorpene, a sleek cinnamon tom with white side stripes and a long muzzle

Katran, a big red ticked tabby molly with a silver underbelly and blue eyes

Wave, a grey classic tabby point molly with green eyes and cream

The Desert

Sand Skulk

Water guide: Papyrus, an agile, warm grey molly with faint stripes and golden scales

Guardian: Lotus, a sand-coloured molly with dark scales lined with gold 

Dune Council:

Cornflower, a beautiful grey and cream molly with golden eyes and scales 

Palm, a brown and gold trans-tom with bristly fur and hazel scales

Hollyhock, an elegant golden tom with a silver scar along his back and silver scales

Delphinium, a blue-eyed silver jack with warm undertones and silver scales

Henna, a ginger classic tabby trans-molly with green eyes and dark scales

Safflower, a cream-coloured jack with dark gold scales and white freckles 

Lychnis, a warm silver molly with amber eyes and silver scales

Cleric: Tohor, an albinistic tom with pink eyes and soft scales

Apothecary: Dill, a warm-toned grey molly with black speckles around her eyes and black scales

Wanderers:

Poppy, a cream molly with black freckles and scales

Doum, a tall cream classic tabby jack with green eyes and dark scales

Jujube, a nimble grey and cream molly with gold scales

Persea, a warm grey mackerel tabby tom with black scales

Mimosa, a cream mackerel tabby tom with white speckles and scales

Tamarix, a grey spotted tabby jack with green eyes and black scales

Cotula, an agile warm grey molly with spotted fur and pale scales

Pimpernel, a sun-faded white tom with a grey tail and gold scales 

Lovache, a cream mackerel tabby jack with dark cream scales and orange eyes

Nacazcul, a grey classic tabby tom with gold scales and spots

Sycamore, a brown mackerel tabby trans-molly with dark brown scales and green eyes

Pupils:

Poinciana, an orange jack with green eyes and grey overtones, tutored by Lychnis and Poppy 

Sunflower, a cream tom with thin grey stripes and dark grey scales, tutored by Safflower and Pimpernel

Samwa, a cream and grey classic tabby molly with green eyes and gold scales, tutored by Henna and Cotula

Balsam, a sturdy golden trans-tom with green eyes and soft black speckles on both fur and scales, tutored by Palm and Nacazcul

Caregivers:

Carob, a black mackerel tabby molly with burn scars and a broken scale

Nitre, a sturdy golden jack with an old thick scar on their paw and cream scales

Cubs:

Cattail, a small ginger mackerel tabby molly with a fluffy tail and black scales

Amaranth, a small pale brown tom with gold scales

Rush, a grey and gold molly with gold scales

Alhagi, a pale gold molly with black scales 

Retirees:

Sawgrass, a grey tom with an old scar on the back of his neck and speckled gold scales

Cressa, a pale brown tom with a fading short tear on his chest and pale black scales

The City 

Relevant Creatures

Thyra, muscular black smoke Court Kattus molly cub with lilac eyes.

Oak, enormous golden striped Court Kattus and Yeenix hybrid tom with protruding fangs.

Tojo, slim brown spotted Yeenix molly cub with amber eyes and a nose and earring piercing.

[thetinyblossom]

ੈ✩‧₊˚ All is well ੈ✩‧₊˚

🌙Content🌙

-Hurt/comfort + reassurance

-Vox Machina (Crit Role campaign 1)

-Regressor Scanlan Shorthalt/Caregiver Pike Trickfoot

🌙AO3 Link🌙

Scanlan is a bit… bad at dealing with his emotions, this is a known fact to his group, he is the “funny guy”, the “flirty bard”, that’s his personality, well… at least part of it.

He is also caring and emotional, a father, a husband and a good friend. All those facades of Scanlan are loved by his group of friends, by his love, Pike, but, everybody has their secrets, including the bard.

Growing up, he found a little side of him that he felt ashamed, his age regression (gods he didn’t even know that it had a name!) is a topic he avoids talking about as much as possible, it does feel lonely, but when Pike brought it up, as she was explaining to the group about Grog's own regression, it dawned on him… He himself regresses

“No, no, no, it’s just some stupid feelings”

He thought to himself, but the more time went by harder was to ignore those feelings. Everybody has so supportive of Grog, would they be also supportive with him? Would Pike still love him?

“That’s silly Scanlan, grow up”

“Grow up” and he pushed those thoughts way, he accepts being a caregiver, he enjoys being able to take care of his friends but, when it comes to him, he just ignores as much as possible.

That’s his secret… well… it was a secret, until today.

He had an awful day and he can’t shake off the feeling of being a little boy, wanting comfort and to have a pacifier in his mouth, of warm hugs and being held, being the one getting comfort instead of always comforting….but he felt so ashamed, so vulnerable… but he has no energy to fight those feelings of shame for long, he toss and turns on his and Pike’s bed.

Restless.

He feels useless, he can’t help but hug a pillow and suck his thumb, looking for some comfort as he softly cries.

Pike softly wakes up at wearing his soft sobs

-Scanlan? Dear? Is something wrong?

She asks a bit sleepily, not sure if he is awake or having a nightmare. Her sweet voice brings some comfort to Scanlan, who looks at his lover, his face tear-stained, and can only mumble a bit as he wipes away some tears that keep pouring

-Pike… you know that… that thing? That regression that happens to Grog? Yeah… that’s it and I just… can’t help it

-Oh Scanlan dear

Pike coos him, her tone so soft and caring

-It’s ok, I understand, come here, my love

She pats her lap for him to rest his head on it, the bard does so and clings onto the cleric’s soft and motherly touch

-It’s ok, shhh, you’re alright, mama is here ok? Let me take care of you my sweetheart

Pikes words are exactly what he needed to hear, he hugs her and she embraces him, holding him close to her…

…So comforting, so soothing, like heaven…

Pike cradles her little boy, softly humming and singing a lullaby, making sure Scanlan is comfortable and feeling safe

His tears cease, he feels at ease, suckling on his thumb as he hears Pike’s comforting words and sweet melodies, he feels like baby…. Her baby

And all it’s safe

All it’s well

The night is like a mantle, safely holding him and his dearest love, his dearest cleric, his dearest mama

Soon they fall asleep, cuddling

And all is safe

All is well

All is perfect…

-Goodnight, little one

-Goodnight, mama

…So perfect

[thepastisalreadywritten]

SAINT OF THE DAY (October 3)

St. Théodore Guérin SP was born Anne-Therese Guerin on 2 October 1798 at Etables, Brittany (France).

As she was growing up, the French government was virulently anti-clerical, closing down seminaries and churches, and arresting priests and religious.

Her cousin was a seminarian who lived in hiding in her parents’ devout Catholic home.

He instructed her thoroughly in the faith and she displayed an advanced knowledge of theology, even at a young age.

Anne-Thérèse entered the Sisters of Providence at 26 and devoted herself to religious education.

Her intellectual capacities were formidable, and she was even recognized by the French Academy for her acheivements.

In 1840, Mother Théodore Guérin was sent to Indiana, USA, to found a convent of the Sisters of Providence in the diocese of Vincennes.

There, she pioneered Catholic education, opened the first girls’ boarding school in Indiana, and fought against the anti-Catholicism prevalent in the day.

She was well known for her heroic witness to faith, her hope, and her love of God.

The fledgling years of the convent of Our Lady of the Woods were difficult, with the ever present danger of it being burned down by anti- Catholics.

The persecution also came from within the Church, from her own bishop who, on not being allowed to tamper with the order’s rule, excommunicated her.

The excommunication was eventually lifted by his successor.

In 1904, James Cardinal Gibbons said that she was “a woman of uncommon valour, one of those religious athletes whose life and teachings effect a spiritual fecundity that secures vast conquests to Christ and His holy Church.”

She died on 14 May 1856 after a period of sickness. Her feast day is celebrated on October 3.

She was beatified by Pope John Paul II on 25 October 1998. She was canonized by Pope Benedict XVI on 15 October 2006.

She is remembered as a woman devoted to prayer, an educator, caregiver, and leader.

[cimmeriana]

{ HEADCANON }

Melinoe's mother, Elisheva Tavaras, was born a Druid and was lured into the community of Shadow Druids during her maiden years. As she grew older, she secluded herself so that she could live her life out communing with nature. To Elisheva, nature was superior and no humans or humanoids deserved to prosper from its bounty.

In her solo travels, she grew a deep hatred for others and their blatant disrespect for nature. Her hatred grew so intense that, from her fury one winter's day, upon seeing the horror of miles of trees felled, she annihilated an entire village. It was then, as she told her daughter, that she first met Bhaal and fell in love. Her love drove her to declare herself a Cleric of Bhaal, to give him her soul and her heart and her body.

Bhaal, of course, never returned her love, but rather manipulated her love and devotion to him to use her as his vessel to bear his child of divine blood.

Melinoe was a child of immaculate conception, and Elisheva was simply the womb for her to feed from and her caregiver until she was determined of age.

Unfortunately, Elisheva had no idea how to be a mother properly. They turned a cave into a home, as her mother refused to chop down the beloved trees to make a cabin. Elisheva taught her how to kill with purpose. Every part of the animal must be used. Animals, mother said, were far better than people and deserved more respect.

There was love there, as she of course would love the child of Bhaal, but she was unintentionally neglectful. Perhaps from a deep, internalized fear or perhaps just ignorance.

This often meant that Melinoe was allowed to wander to her heart's content and often went unpunished for any bad behavior. She was a wild child, a little tiefling child only ye high with bare feet coated in mud and hair filled with twigs.

Little Noi. Little Nell. Little Beastie.

A feral child of the woods who used her little fangs to rip freshly caught fish to shreds and drew pictures in the blood because it made her mother and the voice inside her head laugh.

A travelling family of merchants had happened upon her one day as they were heading to Baldur's Gate. This wild little girl with glowing white eyes. They took her, convinced from her untidy presentation that she was an orphan.

She murdered them all in one night, after breaking bread with them and singing songs. After sharing toys with the three other children. She soaked her little patchwork dress with their blood and then ran all the way home to her mother.

It was as if this event was the catalyst. As if it had summoned Bhaal, because he too was waiting. Waiting to claim his daughter.

Waiting to teach her why she had been made.

Waiting to take her into the city so she could finally begin serve her purpose.

Sweet little tiefling all soaked in blood... she was to be her father's daughter. And her father's daughter alone. She didn't hear a scream or cry when she turned away, distracted by the shine of gems upon the hilt of a little blade presented to her. A gift from her father, to show pride in her first real kill.

But she did see the little river of blood that trickled towards her bare little feet.

Mother was now rewarded, Father said, to be freed from the follies of those who would destroy her precious nature.

[dicenete]

Okay so... I wasn't going to but I did and I started the Dark Urge playthrough in BG3. I made a life cleric half-elf and you bet I will make them the most unhinged character I have ever created. The constant pull of bloodlust and caregiving. :)

[pidgeon-brained]

I say make Cleo the doctor but not in a caregiving way more in like,,, tired cleric who really doesn't want to give you another health pot because she's already burned through ten of them on you alone.

Like. If I lost a limb, there's no one I would trust more than the fully animate zombie to do it.

Also! Fun fact about me, I love writing Joe hills as a therapist. There's just something deeply amusing about it. Especially because I headcanon that Joe is able to read minds / see into all possible dimensions (it's a complicated Herobrine thing don't worry about it) and just making him give therapy is silly.

also i always think its really funny that in fics if someone needs medical attention its pretty much either doc (literally just bc his name is doc????) or its stress bc. women be caretaking. bc thats all theyre good for. and also none of you know fucking anything abt stress so when you guys wanna write a fic and include loads of hermits youre like oh i know! stress is a woman! with a cutesy aesthetic! i can make her be the one who does medical stuff! like. yeah sure. whatever. like i dont have a solid awnser for who would actually be the person who knows medical shit on the server but. stress would probably not be great at it.

[dice-n-antlers]

Hiii!!!! I saw you reblog one of my posts talking about OC'S and just wanted to say a thank you and talk about Ocs!! I wanted to ask about yours first!! (the one in your pfp)

do you have a voice claim for her at all?

does she have a favorite weapon/spell if she does magic?

whats her favorite type/article of clothing?

does she have a favorite flower?

And what her place in her family/hows her family situation?

And those are just some silly off the top of my head questions! Answer any you want to or none of them!

((also totally delete if this is too random lol!!))

AAAAAAAA I’M SO EXCITED TO BE ASKED ABOUT MY OC. Not too random at all, my friend! 💜

The OC in my pfp is Snap of Ice of the Mourning Temple Clan (she goes by Snaps).

I don’t have a specific voice claim for her. So thinking about it… she might sound a bit like Auli’i Cravalho (the voice of Moana), but with a soft mid-Atlantic accent.

Favored weapon: Spear or quarter staff. Only because she also uses it as a walking stick due to her weak leg and pronounced limp from an old childhood injury.

Favored spell: Snaps definitely leans more toward magic over physical weapons. She’s the support cleric so she mainly uses heals, restorations and curse removals. Recently, she has been using Life Transference more, which has a way bigger healing factor than her other spells, but hurts her in the process. It’s a price she’s more than willing to pay.

Her favorite piece of clothing is her amulet, which was gifted to her by her head priestess when she left the temple.

However, honorable mention goes to the fancy, silvery-shimmery, flowy-leg pantsuit that one of her friends recently gifted to her. Snaps has always worn practical clothing or religious vestments, because she grew up at an isolated temple in the mountains. This pantsuit is the single prettiest thing she has ever owned or worn.

She doesn’t have a personal favorite flower yet. You might say she has an inherited favorite; one of the few things she remembers about her mother is that her mother loved mountain laurel.

Her mother and younger brother both died in the landslide that injured her leg. Her bio dad brought her to the mourning temple, but then left and never returned. Snaps was raised by the clan. She was officially adopted by her dads Clash of Copper and Afternoon Guest as her primary caregivers, but it was a community effort to raise her. Over time, her adventuring party has reached a found-family status.

[tursanoosaville]

Finding the Right Employment Agency in Caboolture: Your Guide to Success

Looking for a job can be challenging, especially in today's competitive market. Finding the right employment agency can make a significant difference in landing your dream job or filling an open position. Caboolture, a growing region with a vibrant business scene, has several employment agencies that connect job seekers with employers. In this article, we’ll explore everything you need to know about finding the right employment agency in Caboolture, the challenges you may face, and how to navigate the process step by step. We'll also provide a real-life case study to give you a deeper understanding of how an agency can benefit you.

What is an Employment Agency?

An employment agency acts as a bridge between employers looking for talent and job seekers searching for work. They provide recruitment services for a variety of industries, from entry-level jobs to specialized positions. These agencies screen candidates, match them to suitable roles, and assist employers in filling vacancies quickly and efficiently.

Why Choose an Employment Agency in Caboolture?

The employment agency Caboolture sector has become increasingly essential as more businesses are setting up operations in the region. Local agencies understand the Caboolture job market better than national or international firms, offering tailored services that meet the specific needs of both job seekers and employers. By partnering with an agency in your area, you gain access to job opportunities that might not be advertised elsewhere, and employers benefit from candidates who are already familiar with the local community.

Common Topics You Should Know About Employment Agencies

1. How Employment Agencies Work

Understanding the inner workings of an employment agency is critical for both job seekers and employers. Most agencies operate on a contract basis with companies, providing them with temporary or permanent staff. Job seekers register with the agency, and their profiles are matched with suitable job openings.

The agency handles everything from resume screening to preliminary interviews, ensuring that only the most qualified candidates reach the final stages of hiring. For employers, this eliminates the time-consuming process of sorting through unqualified applications.

2. Benefits of Using an Employment Agency

There are several benefits to using an employment agency in Caboolture for both job seekers and employers:

Access to Hidden Job Markets: Many employers don’t advertise their openings publicly but rely on agencies to find candidates.

Save Time: Job seekers can fast-track their applications, while employers save time on recruitment.

Expert Guidance: Agencies offer professional advice on resumes, interviews, and even salary negotiation.

Flexible Opportunities: Many agencies specialize in temporary or part-time work, making them ideal for those looking for flexible employment.

3. Types of Jobs You Can Find Through an Employment Agency

Agencies in Caboolture often specialize in various industries, including:

Administration and Office Work: Secretarial, clerical, and data entry positions.

Trades and Labor: Skilled and unskilled labor, electricians, plumbers, and more.

Healthcare: Nursing, caregiving, and other medical roles.

Retail and Hospitality: Customer service, cashiering, and management positions.

Challenges You May Face When Working with an Employment Agency

While using an employment agency Caboolture can be incredibly beneficial, it’s not without challenges. Here are some common hurdles:

1. Limited Control Over Job Selection

When you rely on an employment agency, you might feel limited in your choice of jobs. Some agencies may push positions that aren’t the best fit for you, especially if they're trying to fill vacancies quickly. It's essential to communicate your preferences clearly from the beginning.

2. Competition from Other Job Seekers

Employment agencies work with a large pool of candidates, which means you'll be competing with others for the same roles. Having a standout resume and solid interview skills will give you a better chance of being selected for top positions.

3. Lack of Transparency

Some agencies may not always provide full information about job offers, especially if it’s a short-term or temporary role. Be sure to ask detailed questions during your interview with the agency, including pay rates, job duration, and job responsibilities.

4. Waiting for the Right Match

Patience is required when working with employment agencies. They won’t always have the perfect job available immediately. Sometimes it may take days or even weeks before a suitable role comes along.

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Work with an Employment Agency in Caboolture

Step 1: Research and Choose the Right Agency

The first step in your journey is to research and identify the best employment agency Caboolture has to offer. Look for agencies that specialize in your field of interest, and read reviews or testimonials to ensure they have a good reputation.

Step 2: Prepare Your Resume and Documents

Before registering with an agency, ensure that your resume is up-to-date and tailored to the kind of jobs you're seeking. Having professional references and any relevant certifications will also make your application more appealing to employers.

Step 3: Register with the Agency

Most agencies will have an online registration process where you can upload your resume and provide personal details. Once registered, you’ll likely be asked to attend an in-person or virtual interview with one of the agency's recruiters.

Step 4: Discuss Your Job Preferences

During the interview, it’s essential to communicate your preferences clearly. Be upfront about the kind of role you’re looking for, your availability, and any restrictions you may have regarding location, salary, or hours. This will help the agency match you with the most suitable opportunities.

Step 5: Stay in Regular Contact

Once you're registered, it's crucial to maintain regular contact with the agency. If you haven't heard from them in a few weeks, follow up to check if there are any new job opportunities. Staying proactive shows the agency that you're serious about finding employment.

Step 6: Prepare for Interviews

When the agency finds a suitable role for you, they'll arrange an interview with the employer. Be sure to research the company beforehand and practice common interview questions. The agency may provide you with tips and feedback to help you succeed in the interview.

Step 7: Negotiate Terms

If you’re offered the job, the agency will often handle negotiations on your behalf, especially regarding salary and other employment terms. However, it’s important to communicate your expectations clearly and ensure they’re represented during the negotiation process.

Case Study: How One Job Seeker Found Success through an Employment Agency in Caboolture

Meet Sarah, a Caboolture resident who was struggling to find a stable job. After being laid off during the pandemic, she sent out numerous resumes but received little to no response. That’s when she decided to register with a local employment agency Caboolture.

The agency quickly matched her skills to a temporary administrative position with a local construction company. Although it wasn’t exactly what she was looking for, the agency reassured her that it could lead to more permanent opportunities.

After a few weeks on the job, the employer was so impressed with Sarah's work that they offered her a permanent role with a significant pay raise. Sarah is now the office manager, and she credits the employment agency with helping her get her foot in the door.

Conclusion: The Value of Using an Employment Agency in Caboolture

Whether you’re a job seeker or an employer, working with an employment agency Caboolture can offer a range of benefits. From time-saving recruitment processes to access to a wider pool of candidates or job opportunities, employment agencies are a valuable resource in today’s competitive job market.

While there may be challenges along the way, such as limited control over job selection or competition from other job seekers, following the right steps can lead to success. Remember to research agencies thoroughly, prepare your documents, communicate your preferences clearly, and stay proactive throughout the process.

With the right approach, finding employment through an agency can be a rewarding and fulfilling experience. Just like Sarah in our case study, the next opportunity that comes your way could be the one that changes your life for the better.

Whether you’re starting your career, seeking a career change, or an employer looking to fill a crucial position, an employment agency in Caboolture can make the process faster, easier, and more efficient. Don't hesitate to reach out and explore the possibilities today.