#cu chulainn imagine

[fandom-go-round]

Hello!! Could I have a gender neutral love letter from Cú Chulainn (any adult version) from the fate series please?? Just something fluffy is good, I have nothing specific in mind 🙏❤️

Sorry this took so long dear, I love Cu and this ask. I hope you enjoy!

A Love Letter. You almost don’t see it because it’s not in an envelope. Tucked onto your nightstand, it takes you a moment to realize that it’s a letter addressed to you.

Hey

I want you to know that you can ignore this letter if you want. It’s not going to change my feelings in any way but it’s up to you if you want this to go farther. Now that that’s out of the way, I can really get started.

I want you to be mine. I know that you’re popular and that I’m one of many Servants but I don’t care about that. I want to spend as much time as possible with you; we have fun spending time together. Being with you is one of the things I look forward to in this weird second life.

Look, I’m not saying that I’m the best. If you decide to be with me, it’ll be the two of us until the end. No other people allowed. I’m going to protect you, even if you don’t need it. That’s what it means to care about someone, at least to me.

I think I know your answer. The ball is in your court. Let me know what you want to do and I’ll follow you the entire way.

Cu Chulainn

[yandere-romanticaa]

Well, since you're asking 😏. I've seen a couple of Lancers (Cù Chulainn) posts on your page, and I would like to ask how you would view him as a yandere.

The epitome of "if you want something, you go get it". This man is not shy nor is he subtle about his feelings and frankly, he has no reason to be. He knows he's strong, he knows he has the looks and the brains and if you even try to get all cute with him by saying that he doesn't possess those qualities, he will lovingly! bully you into the afterlife.

I see him falling for someone who is a fighter, someone who will pose a challenge for him. He doesn't like people who are passive, I don't think you even need to necessarily be a good fighter. Show him your drive, your ambition, Cu Chulainn wants to see what makes you tick. He wants to find that and play with it, he wants to push your buttons to the extreme and then some. He can't help himself, not when you make all those cute little faces at him.

As a yandere, I don't see him as a very intense one. While he is 100% capable of getting his hands dirty - and will gladly do so if it meant to keep you safe - he would act relatively normal around you. Cu Chulainn is mostly a threat to those around him but not you. He likes to keep the air light-hearted and carefree, to listen to you laugh or bicker with him truly is the highlight of his day.

If I had to rate him on a scale, I'd give him a cool 6.5/10. He wouldn't be nearly as intense as some other servants as his own devil may care attitude prevents him from stepping into some truly gruesome territory. Again, he isn't necessarily above it, but sometimes it really is easier to talk things out.

[hopefulblazeexpert]

Robin Hood and Cù Chulainn on a date! This is a fill for this prompt from @nasuversekinkmeme

They’re going to drink beer, smoke, catch maybe 3 fish and have an excellent time together

[matchanne]

One comedic yet hypocritical take that (I think) the devs can do with Cú’s relationship with his wife is…he gets ironically jealous to a degree/possessive when Emer interacts with other guys in Chaldea.

Oh, it gets worse when that guy happens to be a certain Archer (you know who that is). THIS ONE IS A DECLARATION OF WAR.

[jinnyurr]

NSFW + SFW ASKS

I wanna write about my fate boys (CHECK PINNED POST), do send me requests to get me started before i get beat up by uni again on monday. Here's a few prompts I'll provide, youre free to not use any of these and ask for your own prompt, i will most likely write them either way.

Template here if youre gonna ask for the prompts provided! Youre free to use it or not, just make sure to include the name, the prompt, gender of the reader, and which version you want.

(SFW VER, (dialogue here), (character here), (scenario here [optional]) )

(NSFW VER, (name of the tattoo here), (character here) ,(scenarios here[optional]) )

SFW VER

NSFW VER

okay thats all for now! Feel free to barge into my asks. Thank you for taking the time to read!

[finnlongman]

On nicknames.

[finnlongman]

HELP

I swear this was going to be just a quick sketch but... oh well... anyways read a moment's silence just fucking read it my god

[11queensupreme11]

Ok but like now I'm obsess with Cu Chulainn in pjo, like I imagine him being somehow transported to the pjo world like Percy, apearing in the human world and ending up meeting Percy before the lighting thief (which means she's younger than twelve so a bit 👨‍✈️) and staying with her because he can sense she is a demigod so the only lead he has to the divine world, of course they would both hate it because "you're disgusting" "who the fuck even are you" somehow, it still works and he inserts himself into the story falling for Percy and being bro-zoned by her. The gods of course don't care, they are not racist, they don't give a crap about any demigod in equal measure, and so after Gaia, he finally finds a way back into the ror verse and drags Percy kicking and screaming to his suposed happy ending.

Only for the other yanderes to become yanderes

this is gonna be cu chulainn 90% of the time when he's babysitting and falling in love with percy:

he's so fed up with her danger-prone ass like "bitch STAY STILL FOR ONCE!!!! STOP FUCKING SNEAKING OUT OF CAMP AND GETTING SUCKED INTO DANGEROUS QUESTS! NO YOU WILL NOT BE THE CHILD OF THE PROPHECY IM GETTING OUR ASSES OUT HERE FUCK THIS STUPID UNIVERSE"

but whoops, she's the child of the great prophecy and get this, THERE'S ANOTHER GREAT PROPHECY LMAOOOOO

cu chulainn after finding out there's another great prophecy centered around percy's stupid ass and he has to go through this AGAIN:

i also can't stop thinking about him being brother-zoned, i feel like he would actually lose his fucking shit if that ever happened. like imagine being transferred to another universe with shitty ass gods and weird stupid rules that everyone has to follow (and he's considered an outer god so we all know he HATES rules), babysitting this adorably feral demigod child, living with her, being raised alongside her, falling in love with her and constantly having to protect her because EVERYONE WANTS HER DEAD, and then after all that........

she brother-zones you 💀💀💀💀💀💀💀

like you can't even blame percy because she grew up with this guy so OF COURSE she sees him as a big bro, BUT LMAOOOOOO SUCKS FOR CU CHULAINN WHAT A LEWSER 😂 he's just getting Ls after Ls in this universe 😂 i'm surprised he hasn't ripped his hair out at this point 😂😂😂

AND THEN.... he finally finds a way back to his og universe and drags the love of his life kicking and screaming through the bifrost. he's back home, percy's with him, and all is well but BAM six other yanders fall in love with her AND HE'S STILL BEING BROTHER-ZONED 💀💀💀💀💀

(and imagine she's still pining after anthonius too, i bet you he DEFINITELY interrupted the underwater kiss scene after the war 😭 probably just fished her outta the lake and just went "nope not happening" 😭😭😭)

[has-gilgamesh-doneanythingwrong]

nsfw headcannons with Cu~? (≧∀≦) hope you have a wonderful day~!

Hi anon, thanks; you too!!! Well, as my queue is permanently closed, I'm not really taking requests anymore... But I guess I can share a few general NSFW Cu headcanons. Some headcanons I have may be more popular than others, but I hope they will be enjoyable to read regardless. I've kept all situations with a partner gender-neutral as well!

Hope you enjoy... These will be tagged as 'lemon fanfic' and there won't be any explicit content however it will likely be 18+.

Warning: depictions of a sexual nature and mentions of kinks/ possible bedroom interactions, temperature play, outdoor sex, oral...

As you haven't specified a Cu, I will write for all four!!! (in my personal belief Proto is 18+ so he'll be included as well. These may be long...)

Fate Series Cu Chulainn (Proto, Lancer, Caster, Alter)-General NSFW Headcanons

Proto Cu

As a Cu that seems even more intent on proving his worth than the others, I headcanon that he would possibly the type to go way out of his way to impact his partner as much as possible during sex. Like the kind of guy that will pull out as many stops as possible to make them melt beneath his touch (but then gets extremely carried away at some point, losing himself to the moment).

He does seem like the kind of guy to really indulge in the touch and sensations of his partner, however Proto Cu does also strike me as being pretty insecure sometimes as well. So sometimes he may try to play it cool at first, or may prefer sex with clothes on (until he gets really into it).

He's also depicted as a bit wilder and more unrestrained than the other Cu, and has a very restless vibe in my personal opinion. So I can imagine him getting a bit wild in the bedroom; via biting, pouncing etc. I bet he'd likely be the guy to pull out the claws, as well as feel great pleasure from having his partner's hands digging into his skin.

He'd likely enjoy as much simulation as possible, so would love if his partner touches him openly as well. He would want to feel them too, and would relish in them openly exploring his body. Let him know just how much you desire him.

On the reverse, this means planned foreplay will likely unravel very quickly- because Proto would likely get extremely hot under the collar, and lose track of himself. I guess this means that it could get a bit rough, but then in the myths they say he is a lover that knows how to attend to their partners' needs, so it may not get too intense.

He's cocky as hell, that's for certain. Just like on the battlefield, he most likely has trained in the arts of sex as well. If you praise him, he'll likely eat your adulation RIGHT UP and then push himself to please you even more, yearning for even more of your adoring words.

Despite this, as he's shown to warm up extremely quickly to the master in his 'my room' lines, and can be really affectionate; I believe he may also be a massive softie as well. I think he also has the potential to be a huge romantic in terms of NSFW, and would definitely enjoy a tender time together as well!!

Though as he's Proto, he may be a bit shy with the tender words at first; but seeing as he's the guy who still holds on dearly to his Gae Bolg replica from Prototype, as well as still speaking very fondly of his time in the Land of Shadows with Scathach- you bet that this guy's heart would likely be bursting with a lot of feelings.

As for kinks, I am unsure- this guy seems really open to many things. But as he also enjoys the thrill of battle, I have a feeling he'd get really excited from some combat-style stuff. I think he may be a lil bit freaky.

Kinks that can evoke a thrill, that makes his veins thrum with adrenaline-setting him off with deep desire. I think he loves that kind of simulation.

I once read a post that details Proto as the kind of guy who'd cook a nice breakfast after a passionate one-night stand, and I can also imagine that happening. I can also imagine there would be space for joy and laughter as well as some occasional random moments, so he'd be pretty fun overall!

Lancer Cu

Overall, I'd say he is pretty similar to Proto. But the major difference here is that Lancer gives the impression of being way more comfortable in his own skin than Proto is. He knows how fucking hot he is, and has the pride and ability to work a room (though he can also be extremely crude as well).

Lancer is proud of who he is, and isn't afraid to show it- so he'd be totally up for showing off to the utmost.

His flirting game would be a powerful entrée to set the mood. Be prepared for flirts that range from cute, affectionate and pretty complimentary of your skills and positive traits- to downright horny and even extremely blatant (he may be smooth, but personally I feel like Lancer sometimes also gets extremely carried away).

However, I believe that Lancer is a serious romantic. It seems to bring him great pleasure to commit Acts of Service by doing as much as possible for those he cares for, like a 'big brother' type.

I guess in a NSFW setting this means he'll attend to your needs and make you feel safe and comfy during some very attentive sex??

He may also be very easy to wrap around your fingers as well. He may very well bend his knees to your words of praise, desperately grasping for more.

Tell him just how good he feels, what you think about him... it'll give him a real boost, and maybe make him blush too. As the type who loves putting on a show- and who loves it even more when his heroic acts are admired and adored- admiring touches and words will have him whipped like an errant knight serving their lord.

On the other hand, he also loves a challenge; so may not be entirely adverse to being ordered around a little- especially if the demands are hot!

This one is probably also open to a lot of different kinds of sex and kinks, so there's a lot of options to play around with (ranging from tame to hardcore).

Lancer doesn't seem that judgmental when it comes to sexual desire, and whether a partner is experienced or a shy newbie, he'll be happy to take the reins- or let you pull him a little by the collar- if you dare to handle him, of course.

That doesn't mean he isn't intense though. Lancer is also very emotional, and will very likely fully invest himself into the moment. In a sentimental sense, that likely means he will bless you with praise and compliments, as well as endowing you with beautiful terms of endearment in his native language.

In a horny sense though... watch out. You may be at it all night, in all sorts of ways. If things are feeling good, then he'll indulge in the moment with you for as long as possible.

If things get a little heated, or even competitive- such as fighting for dominance, or really going at one another- then he'll battle back with his utmost. If you want to render him to paste beneath your luxurious touch, Lancer will make you work for it. He likes the competition.

Lancer will remember exactly what turns you on, and is a very perceptive warrior; so though he may not always read the finer details, he'll be able to gauge how you're feeling or know exactly where to set you off- so be prepared for one heck of an experience.

"Do heroes give head?!" The debate continues. Sure, I bet he'd enjoy receiving some oral, tightly weaving his hands around the easiest part of his partner that he can access.

However, in my opinion- who knows? He may return the favor every now and then, pouring his all servicing a partner; and enjoying the way in which they unravel before his sumptuous fingers and tongue.

On a last note though, I do think there are aspects of Lancer that can be very deeply sentimental at times; as well as moments in which his more sorrowful aspects may rise to the surface.

There may be moments where he completely unravels his outer face of peerless confidence before a partner and unleashes the vulnerability resting within, and may just wish to bury himself within another's warmth, whiling away the painful hours by another's side.

Caster Cu

Caster Cu is also very similar to Proto and Lancer in terms of NSFW headcanons (im sorry im just repeating this for all of them). However, to me personally, Caster Cu's air of mystery and emotional distance is much stronger than Proto and Lancer's. This man is like a wizard's maze, boasting many different aspects to his character.

As he's older, the flirting game is even more deadly. He likely has a tough repertoire by this stage, able to set even the steeliest of hearts aflutter (or serve as a very humorous and interesting guy to banter with at the very least).

Due to his role serving as a form of guidance towards Mash and the Master- as well as certain lb6.5 spoilers that reveal the reason as to why he has adopted a role that is so strongly defined by wisdom- he is likely to have a more mature edge to him.

This doesn't mean that he's immune from 'silly time' though.

This means that he'll be a comfy guy for someone who is a bit new to sex or someone who is nervous, as he can consistently guide them along; constantly adjusting to their changing pace and needs.

However, he does seem to give off the impression of being rather tired (are those bags under his eyes?), so he may have a bit less stamina. Or maybe more. Caster Cu is very unpredictable in my opinion, however I can imagine him complaining of pains in his joints and of aching muscles, so some kinks may be a bit more exhausting for him to pull off.

That doesn't mean that he's not up for some adventure though! Now he's got all the time in the world to explore nature, get prepared for an exciting bevy of locations.

From the forest, the great outdoors; to even under a waterfall- he doesn't strike me as the kind of guy to have any shame about where he'd indulge within a good time.

Thanks to his mastery over the runes, Caster is your ultimate guy for temperature play. A little bit of ice from the Isa rune there, and a comforting fire from runes such as the Kenaz one make for a very titillating time.

Rotating between heating and cooling the parts of your body that yearn for him, as well as even as going far as to change the temperature of his body as he works his way through- you'll be bound to melt beneath his touch.

Plant sex with the runes is also an option. Making sure to remain careful enough not to hurt you with his vines, yet also tightening the pressure enough for your face to lax with bliss, he fills with excitement (and a bit of apprehension) when pleasuring you with nature.

Though it gets him hot to see you so appreciative of his ancient arts, your expressions of pleasure make it increasingly difficult for him to retain his slipping sense of composure...

However, he may burst out with a strange catchphrase or a silly move every now and then (matrix ordanye- bedroom edition style).

Please don't mind it- or even laugh along if you like! Caster Cu gives me the impression of being a rather surreal and random lad at times, and I feel as if the realms of NSFW would be no exception to showcasing this funnier side of him.

Seeing as Caster is more measured than his other selves, and allegedly boosts a even temperament, he may be less prone to get carried away within the moment, however he likely still has a tender side, flattering you with caring words and loving touches.

He isn't yet immune to praise either, so don't hold back in letting him know how you feel about him (he may get even MORE flustered, or caught off guard with surprise).

Despite this, it can feel as if Caster Cu is wearing a very tight mask at times. It may take a bit longer than the other Cu to really see him set loose, and let his words and feelings flow freely within the moment. It doesn't mean he's enjoying things any less, though.

After losing so many that are dear to him- over and over again- and experiencing so many terrifying moments, he may savor every moment as if it's his very last, drinking in every last second with a partner.

The here and now, this fleeting moment. Caster Cu will hold it dearly, in order to calmly let things go once the time comes.

This may manifest on him holding on a little tighter to you at times, burying his face against your own, almost as if he's worried you'll suddenly drift away.

Caster gives me the impression of being very sentimental deep down, but keeping said cards of emotion very closely bound against his chest. It may be a bit of challenge to get him to unravel a little, but it's far from impossible.

Cu Alter (In General)

In terms of NSFW, I believe that Cu Alter is an extreme contrast to the other three. Despite having the same capacity for emotion and care as the others, he operates as if he's an unfeeling killing machine- almost as if he's a beast with no reason (even though that's not always the case with him).

In my opinion, I feel like Cu Alter is most likely to have sex during a situation that fulfils a need or an urge of his- for example, having sex solely to recharge his mana, or if he needs a physical release from all the things going on inside of him.

Sex with him in these circumstances may focus on the most necessary elements of intercourse only, jumping straight to the grittiest, most business-like aspects of the act.

Cu Alter isn't the type to let himself have fun, nor allow himself to enjoy sensations as much as his other selves do.

That doesn't mean that other forms of sex are completely off the table, it's just that to me personally- it would likely be rarer for him to have more sentimental types of sex, seeing as he showcases his care for others in extremely subtle ways.

He's also suffering and struggling in an extreme manner, so it also may be extremely difficult for him to express those kinds of feelings.

Possibly as a result of the corruption of the grail and his madness enhancement, even when he showcases his deep affection- it is often marred by contradictory words and harsh insults that belies how deeply he feels for others.

Emotions are likely really, really hard for him.

Cu Alter is likely the type to show how he feels through actions, as a result of struggling severely to articulate his feelings via words.

He is very awkward and reticent when it comes to expressing his feelings, so hearing praise from him may be quite rare.

However, as his words tend to manifest as insults, he may mutter phrases of a more degrading, cold or fierce nature in the bedroom at first.

Cu Alter often says the complete opposite of how he feels. So if he were to feel affection for someone, he may push them away with some stinging words or attempts to inform them of his apparent nature.

He'll make it incredibly hard for you to get close at first, batting away words of praise; and doggedly insisting that he's nothing more than a monster- that you shouldn't praise nor adore him. Cu Alter won't harm a partner, but he may be very stubborn against praise at first.

I believe he is the type to pick up others with his tail, or wrap his tail around them, and sleep next to them; getting close. I feel like he may let his guard down a little if he feels comfortable sleeping next to his partner.

You may not hear him say how he feels, but I headcanon that he may give into guttural growls, moans and other incoherent noises when he's having a good time; claws and fanged teeth clutching onto his partner for dear life.

For Cu Alter, in a sexual setting- I think his actions will be of a much greater import than his words.

Cu Alter also purposely isolates himself from others. It's as if he is very self-punishing. So I think in terms of sex, the act itself may be a barrier to him- seeing as he does all in his power to give the impression of being distant and avoiding touch with others.

Sex could possibly be a bit rough and intense with him, or very sleepy and slow.

He does seem like the tired and worn out sort, to an almost worrying level; so I don't feel as if he'd go too hardcore- unless he eventually decides to unleash the millions of restraints that he's shackled and bound himself with.

This kind of side to him may explode within a more combat-focused situation, or a very intense one in which he decides to set off all of the things burgeoning inside of him, so it could end up being an extremely wild sort of sex. (I'm not too sure myself, as Cu Alter is a character that I find difficult to truly grasp.)

I feel like sex of the slower sort may be more likely with him though, as he doesn't give me the impression of being one who would unravel quite so easily around another.

As he seems so exhausted, there is a chance that his partner may have to take the lead at times, or initiate the mood- he's not going to really have the skills to set things up himself or flirt. I can imagine him being very languid and tired, so a partner may need to actually take Cu Alter by the hands this time.

As the once Mad King of America, Cu Alter is used to barking out orders, so you may hear quite a lot of those in the bedroom!

Cu Alter (in a more affectionate sexual situation)

I haven't got much to say in terms of this scenario, as I believe that he'll still struggle a lot to express his feelings. However, in a situation in which he gives up on pushing a partner away, he may really indulge in the little things- and wrap himself protectively around a partner, melding every part of his body against their form.

He is likely EXTREMELY touch-starved, so I can imagine him really taking in every single curve of a partner, deeply taking in every single touch, nip, bite and touch of his against yours.

I do think he has a side that is every bit as sensory as the other Cu deep down- maybe even more so, as he's been cut off from touch and isolated from others for so long.

His words will be a bit less harsh, and he may be a lot more receptive to your touch and words of adulation in this sort of situation.

I can imagine him taking extremely long naps and just holding a partner in his arms all day in this kind of situation. He wants to be as close as he possibly can to you, treasuring you with every fiber of his being.

Extra (General Notes)

I do think that Cu Chulainn would entertain many various forms of relationships and sexual relations, and that open relationships would be a possibility as well. In terms of NSFW, I believe he is open to many kinds of situations and scenarios.

[tainbocuailnge]

The way you talked about Setanta sorta-kinda reminds me of Elizabeth in a lot of ways, namely the trying to distance themselves from what they'd become if I'm not misunderstanding.

I think elizabeth is a different situation (though hers IS similar to draco's), this one is more like shirou clashing with archer because he doesn't grasp the reality of their ideal. it's not that setanta wants to avoid becoming his future self, it's that he lacks the maturity to understand or accept what it takes to become his future self. he was never good at not being himself, cu chulainn grew up to be the person he wanted to be when he was setanta and setanta wants to become a cu chulainn he can be proud to be. but the living setanta had to simply do his best while the servant has the foresight of hindsight and he struggles to reconcile the life he lived with the one he imagined he'd live, and in particular the way he died with how he thought he'd die.

I don't think he's consciously trying to distance himself from his death. i think his focus on still being in training and wanting to become stronger before he feels like he can use the name cu chulainn is rooted in childishly reasoning "I'll just become a better cu chulainn then". if it were him he would simply not lose to medb. if it were him he would simply save everyone and do everything right. he's too immature to understand how he could have let things get so out of hand that he had to meet his end disgraced by many broken geasa and tied to a rock to stay upright. he accepted a gruesome death when he took up arms despite cathbad's prophecy warning against it but now that he knows what that death ended up being he's subconsciously recoiling and going "really? that gruesome? can't I do better than that?"

[thegeekytaurus]

Instead of focusing on making soulless and unwanted live action remakes of their animated movies here are some fairy tales/legends/myths/fables/folktales/literature and original ideas that Disney should focus on adapting into animated movies:

The Twins/The Boy who was brother to the Drague

2. Don Quiote

3. Little red riding hood

4. Puss in Boots

5. Tatterhood

6. Iron John

7. Ivan Tsarevich

8. Dobrynya and the Dragon

9. Rasputin

10. Journey to the west

11. Norse Mythology(Aesir, Vanir and Jotnar)

12. Cu Chulainn or Fionn mac Cumhail/Finn McCool

13. Till Eulenspiegel

14. Egyptian Mythology (Horus)

15. Nora of Kelmendi

16. Ibonia

17. Anansi

18. Epic of Mwindo

19. Epic of Gilgamesh

20. Momotaro

21. Aztec Mythology(Quetzalcoatl)

22. The Kalevala/Kalevipoeg

23. Ramayana/Mahabharata

24. Rostam

25. Kiviuq

26. Princess Bari or Shimcheong

27. The epic of king Gesar

28. the tale of Thanh Giong or the legend of Au Co and Lac Long Quan.

29. The story of bidasari

30. The legend of Mayari

31. a Maltese fairy tale or myth

32. Gothic fairytale story idea(one with vampires)

33. Steampunk/ Gaslamp fantasy story idea

34. A re-imagining of Moby Dick from the whale's perspective.

[yandere-romanticaa]

People are hungry for this man, oh my word. Take these humble crumbs, my little doves. Also fem reader because it's easier for me.

The soft glow of the moon cascaded down on the pair as the wind blew gently, soothing the raging heart in the girl's chest.

It was hard to focus when you were oh so aware of his stare. It was so easy to picture it - ruby red eyes, lost deep in thought as they skimmed all over your body, taking in absolutely every detail they possibly could... And yet, still somehow being able to be completely aware of the surroundings or any incoming attack. Every miniscule movement of the tiniest of bugs, any scarce leaf on the ground, all of it was easy for him to spot.

That was the power of a Servant, you figured. And your Lancer had many, many things going for him.

Being a participant in the Holy Grail War was never an ambition of yours. Your family had no real standing with the other mages as it was a relatively newly established group. You never even considered yourself a particularly impressive or strong mage, just good enough to survive.

And against all odds, the Holy Grail had picked you.

The bright red command seals on your hand were a painful reminder of your bloody predicament. Danger lurked in every corner and even if you tried to hide it, the quiver in your step was painfully obvious to your Lancer. To him, you were no better than an open book. In its own way, he found that endearing.

He took a shine to you almost immediately. While he would typically prefer a more outspoken and assertive Master, he couldn't help but to stir the fire which lay dormant deep inside you. You couldn't see the strength you possessed but that was alright. He could see it, smell it, almost taste it even. He wanted to push you into above and beyond, he wished to see you at your breaking point, only to rise from the ashes anew.

Such a delicious thought. His cute little Master, who didn't have a single clue of the plans he had for her.

Times like these, he really, really, loathed being a heroic spirit. Improper thoughts came to him like breathing, it was certainly no way for a Servant to admire their Master in such a manner but the man could not help himself.

You were far too delectable for your own good.

He was going to chain you, break you, show you just how much he cared for you in the most earnest way possible. He was going to present you with the Holy Grail and make you the true victor of this war.

He was going to make you even more beautiful than you could ever imagine.

[davidgrandorder]

*listens to gilcu playlist*

*gets overwhelmed with gilcu feels*

oough...

I started writing this in the tags but you know what i'll just write it up here

I just have so many THOUGHTS about them. Like they're so toxic but they have the potential to be so good, and I just love imagining the progression of their dynamic.

From barely tolerating each other because they live under the same roof, work with or under the same person. To slowly warming up to each other and getting used to each other's presence. Coming to expect the other to just be there, so used to it that they start to see it as a given, take it for granted.

And then comes the point where one of them gets hurt and suddenly that normalcy they've accepted is threatened and they're hit with the realization of 'I don't want them to Not Be Here'.

And they don't know what to do with that feeling. Don't want to acknowledge that they might actually care about each other, about this person they didn't even realize they'd started to see as an actual person. This accidental fondness for someone that started as a tenuous ally at best, who has somehow managed to become a pillar, however small, of their existence here. Enough that if it were gone they would notice, it would affect said existence, in a way they wouldn't be able to ignore.

But like. Cu hates Gilgamesh. Or he did, at least. Still mostly hates him. But he's seen the way he gets on with the kids around Fuyuki, the small silly things that he seems to enjoy about Fuyuki and this time period. He's come to know his quirks, seen beyond his initial view of him as just an arrogant and powerful asshole. He's seen how Gilgamesh goes out of his way to pester him at work, when he's fishing; how he seeks him out for attention, how catlike he is, and there is something almost slightly endearing about it- not that Cu would ever, ever admit that, especially not to Gilgamesh's face.

And Gil, he doesn't care about Cu Chulainn. He's an irritation at worst, and a decent enough plaything at best, but that's where it ends, obviously. He's not strong enough to be considered a worthy enemy- but he is strong, and he is skilled, and there's something amusing in riling him up and seeing how many of Gil's tricks he's learned since their last battle. There's something comfortable about being able to piss him off so thoroughly, and knowing that he'll be over it within an hour or so, will go right back to treating him casually, or cheerfully talking about his garden, or his latest catch, or something that happened at one of his jobs... That doesn't mean anything though, he doesn't value Cu any more than he would any other person he interacts with in this city. Obviously.

It doesn't mean anything that they know what each other's favorite foods and hobbies are, that's just a consequence of living together. It doesn't mean anything that Cu wonders what Gilgamesh is doing on the days when he doesn't come to bother him at work. It doesn't mean anything that Gilgamesh just so happens to always show up where Cu is and chooses him as his target over other Servants in Fuyuki. None of these things mean anything, they insist to themselves, stubbornly ignoring the growing something at the heart of the nonexistent relationship between them.

And just the potential of it all from there. The directions it can grow in. The back and forth love-hate relationship as their dynamic slowly but surely develops into a sort of friendship, something they struggle to ignore and deny, to a deeper bond.

anyway I love them your honor

[jasminewalkerauthor]

Deep dives into folklore: Irish mythology

Irish mythology, steeped in ancient lore and imbued with a sense of enchantment, stands as a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the Emerald Isle. This deep dive essay embarks on a quest to explore the depths of Irish mythology, unveiling the stories, deities, and sagas that have shaped the spiritual and imaginative landscape of Ireland for millennia.

I. The Mythic Cycle:

At the heart of Irish mythology lies the Mythic Cycle, a collection of sagas that recount the exploits of legendary figures and divine beings. Táin Bó Cúailnge (The Cattle Raid of Cooley), an epic tale of heroism and warfare, features the hero Cú Chulainn defending Ulster against the forces of Queen Medb of Connacht. Other prominent tales include the tragic love story of Deirdre and Naoise, and the intoxicating adventures of Fionn mac Cumhaill and the Fianna, a band of legendary warriors.

II. Tuatha Dé Danann and the Otherworld:

The Tuatha Dé Danann, a mythical race of supernatural beings, are central to Irish mythology. These gods and goddesses, associated with beauty, magic, and craftsmanship, are said to have inhabited Ireland before the arrival of humans. The battle of Mag Tuired, in which the Tuatha Dé Danann faced the Fomorians, showcases their power and the eventual establishment of the divine race as the rulers of the Otherworld.

III. Cycles of Life and Death:

Irish mythology is deeply connected to the cycles of life, death, and rebirth. The concept of the sídhe, fairy mounds or portals to the Otherworld, represents the passage between life and the afterlife. The Banshee, a female spirit known for her wailing cries, is often considered an omen of death, while the concept of Samhain, the precursor to Halloween, marks the end of the harvest season and the beginning of the Celtic new year, symbolizing the transition between life and death.

IV. Mythical Creatures and Beasts:

The folklore of Ireland is teeming with mythical creatures and beasts, each carrying its own symbolic significance. The Pooka, a shape-shifting creature with an unpredictable nature, reflects the capriciousness of the Irish landscape. The leprechaun, a mischievous fairy, is associated with hidden treasures, while the fearsome Cu Sidhe, a giant hound, guards the entrance to the Otherworld. These creatures add depth and whimsy to the rich tapestry of Irish mythology.

V. Cultural Resilience and Mythological Adaptation:

Irish mythology has endured through centuries of change, including periods of colonization and cultural upheaval. The oral tradition played a crucial role in preserving these myths, passing them down from generation to generation. Even in the face of external influences, the Irish people have demonstrated a remarkable resilience in maintaining their cultural identity through the retelling and adaptation of mythological narratives.

Irish mythology, with its heroic sagas, divine beings, and mystical creatures, offers a captivating glimpse into the soul of Ireland. The enduring legacy of these myths speaks to the resilience of a culture that has weathered the storms of history while holding onto its rich and enchanting heritage. As Ireland continues to evolve, its mythology remains a source of inspiration, connecting the present to the ancient tales that have shaped the collective imagination of the Irish people for centuries.

[tgrailwar]

if we're on the topic of odd questions concerning the nature of reality and the grail war, this should be an easy one for you guys. we've spent so much time together after, all!

what do we look like?

Cu Chulainn: "I can answer this one. You don't 'look' like much of anything. We can sense you, and your mana, but it's sort of like talkin' to a haze. A very... talkative haze. I just sorta assumed you were usin' familiars to talk to use indirectly."

Mandricardo: "It was a bit unnerving at first... well, it still is, kind of... sorry. You guys say a lot, and we can hear... I guess most of it? I'm not sure."

Izou: "It's damn freaky, no matter what. Imagine tryin' to assassinate with a bunch of voices in your head yellin' 'watch out, Assassin!' 'Over there, Assassin!', and so on."

Saber: "I dunno. I got used to it pretty quick. Still, having a lot of Masters sure is... something!"

[levbolton]

never read a fate fanfic so i never imagined how specific the tags on ao3 are hahaha

because these are Cu Chulainn | Lancer and Heroic Spirit Emiya | Archer

and this is Cu Chulainn | Caster and the other one is still Heroic Spirit Shadow Emiya | Archer

and this is cu chulainn alter | berserker

while this is Heroic Spirit Emiya Alter | Archer

and i only scratched the surface but oh my god my head is already spinning haha

the best emiya and cu are these tho