#he’s hangry Tav

[snowfolly]

He really is a cat.

(Saw the one with Gale and Tara and it gave me an idea.)

Also I’m sure this has been done before and if so here it is again lol

[dekariosclan]

Tav and husband Tav are milling around the shops. Tav sees something that they want but needs assistance from a sales rep. Unfortunately, the sales rep is a gum-chewing, dead eyed teenager who is rude AF and absolutely gives no shits about their job (you know the type). Sales rep ignores Tav twice before sassing them and being generally unhelpful.

How would husband Gale respond?

*Gale, angrily leaning over the order counter at the Baldur’s Gate McDonald’s, finger raised, nostrils flared*

Gale: Young man! Look here! (gestures at the sad excuse for a burger sitting on the counter in front of them) I’ll have you know we’ve dined on fish heads AND stale bread that far surpasses the utter slop my beloved has been served today—which, I might add, happened not once, not twice, but thrice—

Crappy Worker: *shrugs* What’s wrong with it?

Gale: Well! As my dearest has politely tried to inform you already: Cold meat; wet bread; extra mayonnaise when we CLEARLY asked for none, and, to add insult to injury, the most unappetizing topping of them all: TWO body hairs of very questionable origin—

Crappy Worker: *shrugs again* So?

Gale: ‘So??’ (gestures furiously at Ronald McDonald poster on wall) How befitting that your patron is a clown, because this entire establishment is rife with clownery—

Tav *hiding a smile*: Love, it’s okay! We’ll go somewhere else.

Gale *indignantly, over his shoulder as Tav leads him out the door*: And you can tell Sir Ronald or Lord McDonald or whatever his moniker is that he has lost our good will, and henceforth we shall ONLY be dining at the Burger Monarch down the road—

Tav: (whispers into Gale’s ear)

Gale: At the BURGER KING down the road—

[myrkulitescourge]

i would see if the goblin party version of the scene makes any difference in the rest of his romance myself but i’ve already finished the game romancing him twice and uh. a third time would probably do irreparable damage to my psyche at this point.

[liltaventures]

The dhampir's eyes widened as soon as Astarion entertained the idea of feeding off of one of their companions. Though he stayed silent throughout his rambling Quillen had been hurt by the other's words. When the vampire was done speaking Quillen finally responded. "First, I would never feed off someone without their consent. No matter how appealing the blood from a thinking being is, no matter how tempting it may be to give in to the urges just for a taste, I will not do it." He said, his eyes narrowing at the elf. “I assume you have, judging by that comment. I just hope that you’ve kept your fangs to yourself since then.” The half-elf seemed to only grow more upset. "Secondly, I wasn't trying to gain sympathy from you. I don't need your sympathy, I don't need anyone's." He said and balled his fists. “So screw you…” The half-elf looked up at the night sky and noticed where the moon sat amongst the stars. There were a few hours left before the sun would begin to rise, signaling a new day.

Quillen looked back at the elf. “I never judged you for your vampirism, I never was disgusted, not once.” He said, his voice wavering. “You looked at me like...like I was something vile disgusting thing! You stood there looking at me like I am some kind of freak!” The dhampir’s body trembled and warm tears began to dribble down his cheeks. “I put my trust in you! Clearly, I made a mistake.” He said and wiped his face before turning away from Astarion and walking off back towards camp. He would feed later, all he wanted to do was curl up on his bedroll and sleep away his frustrations. Twigs snapped under his boots as he walked down the dirt path toward the campsite a soft sigh escaped his lips and he stopped walking. He hadn’t meant to blow up like he did and he deeply regretted how the conversation with Astarion had gone. Quillen narrowed his eyes at the ground. “Dammit…” He cursed under his breath. “I messed up this time.” He sighed heavily and leaned against a tree. “I should apologize to him when things have settled down.” The dhampir took a seat on a log nearby and listened to the sound of the wind blowing through the trees. 

Quillen couldn't stay mad at the pale elf. After all, he probably did seem suspicious given how often he was sneaking off during the evenings. The half-elf sighed softly and turned to face Astarion, uncrossing his arms and leaving them at his sides. As the elf spoke Quillen began to feel guilty. While his gaze never left Astarion's his facial expression softened. He really shouldn't have kept his dhampirism hidden for as long as he had.Astarion had been the first person he'd met after waking up on the bright sandy beach after the nautiloid had crashed. Normal people would have been angry, frustrated, or even scared to be met with a knife to the throat, especially after surviving something that should have killed them. However, Quillen wasn't like normal people. Instead, he tried to reason with the elf, and after successfully doing so the half-elf suggested that they journey together. The two found a space to set up camp and ventured out the next day.

Due to his dhampirism, he was able to pick up on Astarion's vampirism when they had initially met though he never mentioned his discovery to the elf. Even when they had both acquired new faces to join them on their journey he still never spoke of what he knew. It wasn’t his story to tell, it wasn’t his secret to unveil.

Quillen swallowed thickly and took a deep breath that he didn't need. "I suppose it is high time I was honest with you." He said softly. "I am the offspring of a mortal and a vampire. My mother was a human and my father is a full vampire.” The half-elf cleared his throat before speaking up. “There are many names for what I am. Dhampir is the most common term but some call those like myself daywalkers, sunwalkers, you get the idea.” As Quillen spoke he seemed to grow sad and it was clear that there was more that he wanted to say. “I was raised alone by my mother. She worked in a brothel and had gotten pregnant after my father requested her…services. I never met my father and my mother was never keen on me trying to find him either so I never bothered seeking him out.” He explained. "I'm sorry that I kept this from you. I should have been honest about my dhampirism much earlier. If we are traveling together we need to be on the same page. We need to be able to trust one another.” Quillen expressed, a soft smile dancing on his plump lips. Astarion was the first person who Quillen had truly put his trust in and now he worried about how the other would see him. “If this changes anything and if you would rather I depart from camp I won’t make a fuss.” He expressed. A pained grunt escaped Quillen’s lips and he grimaced, a shaky hand helping brace himself against a tree. “Shit…I need to find something to feed on.” He said softly. His fangs ached and his stomach panged with hunger. He needed to find blood and soon.

[slusheeduck]

Casual Banter Masterpost

aka my Fictober 2023 drabbles! I figure I might as well get them all in one place on Tumblr, since I have them in one AO3 fic. Using the titles and descriptions from AO3.

Featuring my named Tav (Falerin), Tav/Astarion, a lot of Gale, and most importantly INTERACTIONS BETWEEN THE COMPANIONS.

Day 1: Smart - Astarion asks for a magic lesson. Day 2: Prize - Karlach wins a prize at the circus. Day 3: Fireside - One last campfire chat before the Shadowlands. Day 4: Cooking Lesson - Lae'zel learns to cook. Day 5: Mask - Astarion tries on a mask for funsies. It goes badly. Day 6: Sick - Gale and Falerin chat about friendship and illnesses Day 7: Anchor - Astarion regrettably holds Halsin's hand. Day 8: Good Taste - Gale shares a treat, and a good time is had by all. Day 9: A Talk - Just a little chat, in regards to some campsite romance. Day 10: Drizzt Do'Urden - Wyll, Karlach, and Astarion find some common ground. Day 11: Temporary - The campsite romance hits a snag. Day 12: Mirror - Gale makes good on teaching Astarion magic. Day 13: Lost Wizard: If Found, Contact Tara - Tara despairs over the state of her runaway pet wizard. Day 14: Clowning Around - Falerin uses a disguise kit. Astarion wants a divorce. Day 15: Proper Horn Care - There's no possible way to write this summary without it looking horny. Day 16: A Token - Halsin carves a little gift for Astarion. Day 17: One Nice Thing - Karlach shows Shadowheart something nice, when she really needs it. Day 18: 90% Evil - Why WOULDN'T the rogue be the one to talk to the death cultist? Day 19: Seamstress - No one in camp but Astarion would have survived Home Ec. Day 20: The Selfless Choice - Or, How To Be A Confidant To Both Halves Of A Couple In The Face Of World-Ending Catastrophe, By Gale Dekarios Day 21: Taste Test - Falerin is...kind of a fucking weirdo. This is Gale's burden to bear. Day 22: Curl-based Despair - Astarion experiences #curlygirlproblems. Falerin helps. Day 23: Hunger - Someone gets a little hangry. Day 24: Pact, Pt. 1 - Astarion finds out about Fal's illness. Day 25: Pact, Pt. 2 - Astarion finds out about Fal's illness. Day 26: The Cuddliest Foe - Lae'zel does some research. Clive assists. Day 27: Homecoming - Two resident Baldurians discuss coming home. Day 28: Date - Astarion gets some new clothes. Day 29: A Healthy Dose of Theatrics - Are you really best friends if you've never been tempted to throttle each other? Day 30: Starfall -The newly formed party takes a moment to enjoy a magical sight. Day 31: Epilogue - A quiet moment after saving the world. Post-Fictober Drabbles:

Stars in His Eyes - Fal learns about naming ceremonies--and why Astarion has the name he does.

Slumber Party - Astarion and Gale have a fun night of kicking their feet, giggling, and discussing the all-consuming power they both intend on taking for themselves. Kidnapped - Astarion's siblings succeed in getting him back to the manor - but he's stronger now. Plus he has a very, very pissed-off partner. Rewriting The Story - After defeating Cazador and a tryst in the graveyard, it's time for some relationship reflection. Happy - Surely being the lover of an ascended vampire is the happiest ending one could hope for. (Ascended Astarion AU)

Wild Heart - A brief moment, the morning after the almost ascension, where two early risers have a chat.

Matters of Balance - Withers performs a resurrection. Breathe Deep, and Move - You can never really go home.

Side-Tracked - As they're embroiled in a murder mystery, Fal decides to take Astarion out for some enrichment.

Late Night Thoughts - Astarion has some thoughts on Falerin's lie from earlier in the day. (Bonus chapter for Side-Tracked)

New Tricks - Astarion discovers a new trick while trying to herd a cat.

Party Favors - The ultra-self-indulgent take on the ever popular tiefling party.

Meet-Cute - Every couple starts somewhere. And sometimes that's on the ground, with a knife.

Five Good Nights - Four good nights shared before the tiefling party, and one shared after.

The Brink - Falerin reaches his breaking point in the House of Hope. Luckily, Gale knows exactly what he's going through--and he's more than glad to help.

~

Rewinding the Thread - CB adjacent 3-shot

A chance conversation in Baldur's Gate leads to an unlikely visitor to Falerin and Astarion's home a year after the Netherbrain's defeat. She pleads for just one thing: that Astarion pays a visit to his family - his true family, the one that's mourned him for two centuries.

In The Weeds - Astarion decides to take in the sights of Baldur's Gate during the day, and has a nice conversation with a local.

The Invitation - A surprise visitor leads to a bit of arguing, an invitation home, and quite possibly Faerûn's most awkward tea.

[abyssalaerlocke]

Weave!Vampire Gale

If my Tav/Durge is a sorcerer or fey or some shit, can Gale please just suck the magic out of me them like a bad wizard vampire?

Bad wizard as in he was naughty and ate the forbidden orb and now he's hangry.