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itxithingsrp · 1 year ago
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KUWT SOKOLOV : cast.
CHILDRENS EDITION, PART I.
“ Podemos pelearnos hasta la muerte, pero al final del día seguimos siendo familia y eso es lo que prevalece sobre todo. ”
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larkingame · 2 years ago
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play the demo | patreon | larkin is rated 18+
someone is after you.
for over a decade and a half now, you’ve traveled up, down and across the country--running schemes and hunting fiends with your mentor, con-man-by-day, vampire-hunter-by-night, Wyatt Abrams--the prolific vampire slayer and the living descendant of Gregory Abrams, founder and prophet of the Abrams Family, the nomadic vampire-hunting cult that raised you--and was wiped out years ago.
carrying the abrams name means also means carrying on it's enemies--but that isn't to say you haven't forged a couple of your own along the way. now, it seems someone is trying to make good on old threats and promises. they've placed a bounty on your head.
so you and wyatt do what you do best: you run away. to some little town, out nevada ways, where the title of town preacher is unexpectedly thrust upon you--bringing back years of trauma you thought long tucked away.
as if that wasn't enough, on your first day in town the local mine up and explodes--leaving the reclusive family that runs the town--and owns the mine--to suspect you as the main culprit.
now you're left with the responsibility of investigating the disaster to clear your name, looking into the mysterious cult just south of town, the gang of outlaws who've been wrapped up deep in a feud with larkin's patriarchal family--a group of people which you suspect to be hiding a secret most monstrous--all while dealing with the ghosts of your past, and the roots your family left behind.
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larkin is a vampire western choose-your-own adventure game, with focuses on romance, religion, horror and complicated family dynamics.
play a fully customizable character [[decide upon their physical appearance, gender identity, sexuality, customize their pronouns]]
dictate a unique relationship with your mentor-turned-father-figure and his former appentice
romance any of twelve characters, five male, three female, one non-binary and three gender selectable characters.
define your characters skillset and scheming tactics, select their weapons and fighting style, elect their feelings on religion, vampires and the cult that raised them.
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the doctor [male] cyrus sokolov - the quasi-mayor of larkin, cyrus sokolov also operates as the town's doctor and mortician. he's immeadiately suspicious of you, the new preacher and the reputation you comes with. even though he doesn't like it, he needs your help.
the princess [female] celina sokolova - despite the misconceptions among the townsfolk, the reclusive third sibling of the sokolov family, celina, is actually the family’s eldest. hardly leaving the sokolov mansion, it’s rumored around town that she’s been struck with some sort of sun-related illness, others seem to hold the opinion that miss sokolova simply sees herself as too good to linger amongst the common folk. whatever the case may truly be doesn’t much matter to the people of larkin, after all, it's much more fun to gossip. she's very suddenly developed a fascination with the preacher, a hunger almost. but will she eat you whole?
the mortician's assistant [male] dominic sokolov - the youngest scion of the sokolov family, dominic works as assistant mortician in larkin, though he’s much more interested in larkin’s living townsfolk then the dead ones he’s been charged with taking care of. with seemingly endless information on everyone and everything that goes on in larkin, mister sokolov might not be the worst friend to have.
the lawyer [male] jacob nash -  larkin’s only practicing attorney and resident do-gooder. after passing the bar exam, nash headed out west in the hopes of making a real difference for the people there, only to spend most of his days settling petty disputes and notarizing documents. despite his disappointment, however, nash has managed to keep a level head and his fondness for the people of larkin, even though he’s not so sure the sokolovs have the townsfolk’s best interest in mind.
the bartender [female] rose holloway - larkin’s most recent transplant, that was, until the preacher showed up. former city-girl, rose has adapted to both life out west and on her own, the only way she knows how--by pushing through it. the owner and bartender of larkin’s only saloon, the emerald, rose is a popular figure around larkin whether she likes it or not, but whether that has more to do with her occupation or the fact she also happens to be larkin’s youngest widow is still a topic up for debate.
the lieutenant [male/female/non-binary] hollis - an enigmatic figure around larkin, hollis serves as a lieutenant for the mysterious rateliff fellowship. one of the cult’s few members to make the long trek from their encampment in the desert to town more than once. talked to by few, hated by most, hollis bears the reputation of the people they represent to the town of larkin--one, that isn’t particularly favorable.
the vampire hunter [male/female/non-binary] ace zhang - vampire-hunting-mercenary extraordinaire, the last the preacher knew of ace, they were the young hot-shot on san francisco’s hunting scene. once upon a time ace was a prominent figure in the preacher’s life, the first real acquaintance they managed to make on their own, someone outside of wyatt’s sphere. growing up a member of the guild, their life is one that’s mirrored the preacher’s. maybe that’s why the two seemed to be linked so closely during the preacher’s time in california, whether that was as friends, rivals or something more, their presence is one that remains prominent in the preacher's mind.
the outlaw [male] cassidy alan ward - cowboy, outlaw, bandit, cassidy goes by many names and titles, but the one he prides himself on most is leader. protector of his people, the ward gang hides out somewhere in the hills outside larkin, looming over the townsfolk as an ever-present threat, cassidy finds the sokolovs personally responsible for the death of his sister, caroline, and he is out for blood.
the gunslinger [female] ethel jackson - cassidy's right hand, ethel is a gunslinger through and through. fancying herself the robinhood type, she's got a personal hatred for the family that looms over larkin.  with the fastest gun in all of nevada, maybe even all of the west--ethel could prove to be a valuable friend--or a deadly adversary.
the stranger [non-binary] reyes - the newest addition to ward's gang, not much is known about them or their past--what everyone is well aware of, however, is the fact that nobody whose ever decided to cross reyes has ever come out of it alive.
the vampire [male/female/non-binary] montero moreau - you've hunted down their coven, debilitating any hopes for growth they had in terms of advancing in the cut-throat world of Vampires. you've made montero look like a fool, and they hate looking like a fool. They're determined to hunt you down and take revenge.
the first man [male] - adam - he believes himself to be the mirrored man mentioned in the abrams family book of genesis--the first vampire, plagued to walk the earth--and he has long been in search of his eve.
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nopanamaman · 10 months ago
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Q&A: Nikita Reizner
Character interview. January 2024
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Well, well, well, if it isn't everyone's most behated teacher. Today Nikita Danilovich will answer some of your most popular questions. The interview is image based, but you can find a transcript at the bottom.
Let's get to it!
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TRANSCRIPT
VIOLET_GALAXIE asks: What’s your favorite artefact you’ve found in the Zone?
Nikita: I don't have an impressive resume in that regard. My job wasn't to collect artefacts, it was to keep those who do alive. I guess dropping my glasses that one time made for a useful trinket…
MOONPATCH asks: So, off the record, how tempted were you to try and kill/disappear Yura when he blackmailed you? Even if you decided against it, did the thought cross your mind at any point?
Nikita: Of course. That would be the easiest solution. Ah, but I’d prefer not to resort to that. I do not like violence. Regardless, I couldn’t do much after being seen by Sokolov. 
At the end of the day, threats to the family are just more practical.
DYMESTL asks: What is your relationship to the Kazarins? What made you want to work with them?
Nikita: Kolya knew the group Victor was part of first, I joined later. Had I not, that scatterbrain would bite the dust a decade earlier. 
The Kazarins are good folks. All of them. Victor was great. Maria, too. Their relationship, not so much. (She hated us. Really.) 
Well, even if both of them were still here with us, Sasha and Serozha would never grow up… normal. In the plainest sense of that word. But it’s only natural. People like us, stalkers - we’re poison to our families.
BRANDON ONTAMA asks: What's your relationship with Sanya? Any fond memories with her?
Nikita: Oh, Sashka? She ran to me whenever she and Serozha had arguments. Which was great, because I got her to check lab works for me.
Ah, and her cultural development is entirely my achievement. Books, films, documentaries. Scary to think what she’d become if she grew up watching nothing but those… animes.
REKANOCHI asks: Tell us about your daughters!
Nikita: I’m aware they exist. Two girls, apparently. But I was never stated as the father. I cannot contact them.
WALNUT: Do you know how Nadya’s doing these days?
Nikita: …She is dead.
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xoxoskai · 1 year ago
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NIKOBRAN HEADCANNONS
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to keep you going this last week before God of Fury drops<3
Between all his sons-in-law, Brandon is Kyle's favorite.
Levi's is Mia (cousin-fuckers who stole his son and daughter he'll always beef with)
Brandon and Niko are the type of relatives to wear matching clothes on Christmas because Niko would take up any chance to wear matching anything with Brandon.
If and when Brandon bakes, no one gets a chance to even taste what he made before Niko devours it all.
The only place Niko can fall asleep in at record speed is Brandon's arms.
The only reason Niko teaches Brandon how to drive a bike is so he can put his arms around his boyfriend's slutty waist boyfriend.
Remi is terrified on Brandon's behalf.
"Bran, yes, he's hot but mate, look at that guy! He has some skin on those tattoos!"
Astrid shares Remi's concerns but soon comes to find out that Niko is the biggest goofball of sunshine and almost adopts him.
Surprisingly, the one who takes the longest to accept Brandon is Rai. Because it's not her first time meeting the Kings (hello, she's a far relative) and she's worried that her oldest who is actually tender hearted and plagued by demons of his past, might be crushed beyond repair if Brandon hurt him.
Brandon and Landon think they can get away with tricking their in-laws by dressing as each other but they underestimate the Sokolov-Hunters who told them apart the moment they walked in.
Brandon tried it on Niko once when he first divulged about how Maya and Mia used to do it, but Niko could tell Brandon apart from his "psycho" brother in a heartbeat.
"It's your eyes" He had murmured. "Yours sparkle"
Glyndon is weary of Niko but as long as Brandon's happy, she's happy.
Landon is supremely unhappy.
When Landon first opposes their relationship by threatening Niko, Niko flings back "Remember who you're dating and what I mean to them" back at him.
Niko and Landon almost kill each other multiple times.
If there's someone even more unhappy than Landon, it's Crieghton.
Creighton: "Does this mean I can't fight him anymore?" Elsa: "Why were you fighting him before this?!" Creighton: "Is anyone else hearing this buzzing? I should go check."
Niko goes feral whenever he sees Brandon shirtless and vice-versa but
Niko is always shirtless, so Brandon is always suffering.
Unlike Niko, Brandon doesn't carry him into a dark corner to immediately fuck.
If there's no scene of Brandon asking Niko "Who's fucking you?" Rina, you'll hear from my therapist. And if there's not a single, evil, unhinged Brandon moment where Niko is flabbergasted at the change and is accusing him of being two-faced at which Brandon will laugh, lean in and ask tauntingly "What are you going to do? Tell on me?" I will sue.
Brandon's muse is Niko. (Bitch, I said what I said)
Unlike Landon, Brandon doesn't divulge this piece of information to his boyfriend because he does not want to give Niko even more reasons to walk around with lesser clothes.
Brandon gets a tattoo for Niko on his ribs. (cue feral Nikolai)
After which Niko tries to get Brandon's name tattooed on his favorite organ, but Jeremy literally deadlocks the door to his room to keep him inside after Niko asked for opinions in their group chat about his decision.
Niko: You don't think it's romantic? Jeremy, Killian, Gareth, Landon, Eli, Creighton, Remi:
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They've definitely rolled around in paint and fucked on a canvas after it. Niko would display it in the entryway of their house if Brandon let him.
They've also joined the mile high club.
After they get engaged, Brandon calls him by his full-name as in "Nikolai Sokolov-Hunter-King" just to piss him off but Nikolai loves being associated to Brandon in every possible way, so it backfires.
Their wedding bands have each other's name inscribed in them.
As does the underside of their ring fingers in the other's handwriting.
Nikolai tries drawing a heart over the i in his name and almost gets smacked.
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welldonekhushi · 1 year ago
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Call of Duty OC: Vasili "Bell" Sokolov 🔔
OLD DESIGN:
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NEW DESIGN:
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Finally, I came up with my Bell's bio-sheet as well! I abandoned him for nothing, but now I decided to give him some depth and character for good <3
GENERAL:
Name: Vasili
Full name: Vasili Mikhailovich Sokolov/Vincent Stephens
Codename: "Bell", Ворона (The Crow, by the KGB)
Alias(es): Vasya, Vince, Vasen'ka (by his parents), Adler's protégé (by Woods), Scary Old Man (by Sims), Major Sokolov
Age: 43 years old (BOCW), 52 years old (BO6)
Gender: Male
Nationality: Soviet (as Vasili), American (as Vincent)
Languages spoken: Russian, English, Spanish, Italian, German and fluent in many other languages
Date of Birth: [REDACTED]
Place of Birth: Kamyshin, Russian SFSR
Sexuality: Heterosexual
Marital Status: Single
Occupation: KGB (retired), Perseus Operative (formerly), CIA (formerly), MI6—MACV-SOG (implanted memories), Pantheon (joined during BO6 but left to co-operate with the CIA again)
Status: Active
Universe: Black Ops: Cold War, Black Ops 6
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Faceclaim: Danila Kozlovsky
Song: "Sudno" by Molchat' Doma
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Biography: Bell, unaware about his own existence and his past, sought to assist the CIA special agent, Russell Adler on the aim to hunt down Perseus. Every moment that passes, he starts gaining his lost memory back, which makes him question himself about what he truly is. Would Bell choose the right side of history, or choose his own?
AFFILIATIONS:
KGB (Committee for State Security)
General Anton Charkov
Major Dimitri Belikov (double agent)
Major Vadim Rudnik
Lev Kravchenko
Perseus Faction
"Perseus" (leader)
Arash Kadivar
Anton Volkov
Qasim Javadi
The Safehouse
Alex Mason
Frank Woods
Russell Adler
Helen Park
Lawrence Sims
Lazar Azoulay
Aleksandra "Aleks" Clarke R. (@alypink)
Yume Sieheart (@cyberghostdraws)
Koa "Hunter" Nikau (@islandtarochips)
Charles Moore (@deeptrashwitch)
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Weapon induced: Knife, MI6A1, M60, MP5, Type 63, LW3 — Tundra, AK-47, Throwing Knife
Fighting style: Systema, hand-to-hand combat, a little martial arts
Special skills: Has a good sense of observation and quick to react to the situation, can compose himself in many identities
Talents: Vasily could learn languages easily at a fast rate, even after getting brainwashed, he still retained those qualities within him
Shortcomings: Has frequent headaches, loses focus at times, not very confident when it comes to taking a decision, becomes absolutely dependent on his superiors
MOODBOARD:
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PERSONALITY:
Myers-Briggs Type: ISTP (The Virtuoso)
Is aware of his surroundings: Because of his career as a special agent, Bell conceals himself in terms of his personal life in seclusion. Even knowing he's hunted everywhere, he intelligently makes himself invisible from the outside world which makes others difficult for him to locate or recognise.
Works in solitude: Vasili/Bell has always prefered to work alone, but it doesn't mean he doesn't mind going on missions with the team. But, as his habit of being a special agent, that trait normally came from him back in his days when he worked with the KGB.
Observant and intelligent: Vasili was able to survive any sort of situation because of his good observant skills, and his capacity to act quicker. He was able to learn a lot of languages as well, and posed himself in different identities, that made it harder for the intelligence agencies to track him down.
Is reserved and introverted: Bell really doesn't speak to anyone much, unless when it comes to planning or going for missions, he needs to form a sort of communication to keep it lively. He is seen being more comfortable with Mason and Woods, but never felt having a good vibe with Adler. It was odd on his part, but it was going to grow very obvious when the truth would have come closer to any minute.
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BACKGROUND STORY
Bell, who first used to live under the identity of Vasili Sokolov, was born in a family who had an army background, where his mother and father, both served during the Second World War, and hearing their stories, it gave Vasili a motivation to support his parents legacy by joining the intelligence — which was the KGB, going under the codename "Crow".
THE KGB ARC [REDACTED]
When Vasili joined the organisation, he showed a remarkable performance as a special agent. Some say he was born to join the intelligence and make the country proud, or he was a gifted child who could learn anything quickly and successfully perform a mission by stealing info or destroying any plans that could harm his country, without any failure. He even pointed out possible mistakes while planning out a mission, and in the end they worked out efficiently. Alongside, he made himself a friend, whose name was Dimitri Belikov, and grew closer to each other and worked together as a team.
Sooner or later, Vasili's influence spread all around the world, especially during the Cold War, the enemies of the Soviet Union had a kill/capture on him. "Kill" because Vasili knew too much about them, and "Capture" because, they wanted him to tell everything he has with him, which likely created a risk for the KGB and they couldn't do so. With that, General Anton Charkov gave him the order to "retire" and stay hidden to protect himself along with the organisation. Disappointed, Vasili protested that it was the only thing that "kept him going", but having no choice, the agent decided to leave the KGB, under the General's orders.
PERSEUS ARC [REDACTED]
It was a matter of time, when one was going to collect him instead, realising he was now no longer affiliated with the KGB. Vasili was met with someone who called himself "Perseus", and requested him to join his alliance, since he knew about Vasili from his influence, and promised to give him full security, knowing he was hunted worldwide too. Seeing that as an opportunity, Vasili agreed to join in good terms, directly becoming Perseus's loyal agent.
As he continued his journey in the faction, he had shown his skills again which made Perseus as his most trusted agent, unlike the rest. But, at times Vasili has shown inner conflict towards his ideas. During the moment when he was explained about "Operation Greenlight" with the members, it left a strange feeling within his heart. He tried to protest, but he somehow couldn't refute his superior's words, and decided to acknowledge instead. Vasili had kept showing a remarkable performance, much to Arash Kadivar, one of the faction members, being envious of his relationship with Perseus.
Kadivar lures him to Trabzon Airport, where he takes Vasili, and explains that he didn't want any more "competition", resulting in him shooting the special agent in the car he was present in, leaving him to die and bleed alone. But, sooner or later, an attack situated on the airfield, unbeknownst to the dying Vasili who was growing unconscious every passing minute. Growing lost in his own thoughts, about Perseus that promised him to give him protection from the outer forces, but didn't recognise that his "own" people were against him too, as he questioned his existence at the same time.
THE SAFEHOUSE ARC — "BELL" ARC
The voices echoed, and the man started to lose his breath.. until he woke up, and found himself in a strange place, where he couldn't remember anything of what happened. This is where, he encounters Russell Adler, a CIA agent who he curiously looks upon, having no idea. Unable to introduce himself, Adler briefed him about his name, being it under the codename "Bell". And this is where, all the very events of the canon game begin from here.
MASTERLIST:
Vasili's parents
Vasili Sokolov and Dimitri Belikov
Vasili's retirement from the KGB
Solovetsky Ending
Vasili's PRE-LORE to Black Ops 6
Vasili "Bell" Sokolov in Black Ops 6
Vasili and William "Case" Calderon
To Be Free. (Jodie Hall & Vasili Sokolov)
Vasili's quotes in Black Ops 6
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psycho2-0 · 4 months ago
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Alex's Requests pt. 2:
MiaGlyn, NikoBran, JerLan, MayaCecily Mia takes Glyn on a bike ride date. When they are on this date they see their sibling and their partners passing by them also on their bikes.
The low, rumbling growl of Mia’s motorcycle echoed through the quiet night of the town, as she slowed down, turning her head slightly to glance at Glyndon, who sat behind her, arms wrapped tightly around her waist.
“Enjoying the ride, Princess?” Mia teased over her shoulder, her blue eyes glinting with amusement in the rearview mirror.
“Don’t call me that,” Glyndon grumbled, though the wind tugged a laugh from her lips. She tightened her hold, her cheek brushing against Mia’s shoulder. “And yes, surprisingly, I am.”
Mia smirked, revving the engine slightly. “Told you this would be fun. You trust me, don’t you?”
“Debatable,” Glyndon replied, though her relaxed posture betrayed her words.
The road stretched ahead, a winding ribbon of asphalt cutting through a scenic blend of bright lights and tall buildings. Mia picked up speed, weaving expertly through the empty streets. Glyndon felt her heartbeat sync with the rhythm of the bike, the rush of adrenaline blending with the rare sense of freedom she always found with Mia.
Just as they rounded a street, the roar of another set of engines reached them. Mia slowed slightly, tilting her head. “What the hell—?”
A sleek black bike zoomed past them, the familiar figures of Nikolai and Brandon astride it. Nikolai was at the handlebars, his expression focused yet relaxed, while Brandon leaned tightly against him, both arms around his waist. The sight of Nikolai’s amused smirk was enough to make Mia groan.
“Of course it’s them,” she muttered, earning a laugh from Glyndon.
Brandon glanced back, raising a hand in a brief wave. Nikolai gave a lazy nod, his sharp gaze lingering on Mia and Glyndon for a moment before they sped off, the deep purr of their engine fading into the distance.
“Think we’re the only ones out here?” Glyndon asked, though her tone suggested she already knew the answer.
Before Mia could respond, another sound of a bike roared up behind them. Jeremy and Landon came into view, the powerful machine kicking up a light spray of gravel. Landon, clad in a black leather, that was obviously Jeremy’s, shot the two girls with an amused smirk, he glanced up ahead over Jeremy’s shoulder, watching as Sokolov’s bike got farther away from them.
“Do try to keep up, Volkov!” Landon called over his shoulder, his voice full of challenge.
Jeremy’s lips curved into a rare grin as he revved his bike, the sound vibrating in the air. “You talk too much,” he shot back, accelerating effortlessly to catch up to the retreating bike in the distance.
Mia rolled her eyes as the two raced past, their intensity palpable even from a distance. “They’re going to kill each other one day. Or worse, someone else.”
Glyndon shook her head, unable to stifle her laughter. “At least they look like they’re having fun.”
The sound of yet another engine reached them, and this time, Maya and Cecily pulled into view, their helmets glinting in the moonlight. Maya rode at a safer pace, gesturing animatedly as she shouted something to Cecily, who nodded against her shoulder with a soft smile.
Maya’s eyes lit up when she saw Mia and Glyndon, and she slowed her bike momentarily. “Hey, losers! Nice night for a ride!”
“Clearly, it’s a family outing,” Mia replied dryly, earning a playful shove from Glyndon.
Cecily gave a small wave, her silver hair escaping slightly from under her helmet. “Be careful,” she called, her voice tinged with gentle concern before Maya hit the throttle again, leading them back onto the open road.
Mia glanced at Glyndon, her smirk returning. “Ready to leave them all in the dust?”
Glyndon tightened her grip on Mia’s waist, her laughter bubbling over. “Do your worst.”
Mia revved the engine, the powerful rumble vibrating beneath them as they surged forward, the thrill of speed and the open road carrying them far beyond the chaos of their siblings and their partners.
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fountian-of-youth · 7 months ago
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Dr.kraken's file
Former Name: Mikhail ivan sokolov
Current name: mikhail ivan Scott (only his husband is allowed to say his name since he's the only one who knows it, Damien is owned by @birbisanon )
Code name : Dr.kraken
Birth date: Dec 19 1969
Rank: all Access doctor /scientist
Age: 55
Appearance:
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Species: cybernetic human
Abilities: use tendrils to pick up things / stab / crawl. Super human strength and speed , cross any kind of terrain
Weakness: his more human part are weaker and vulnerable, his pride and ego , his God complex
Personality; snarky manipulative asshole who turns your words against you. Sadistic, prideful at times usually tends to keep quiet and do his work by himself. To those like his husband he's caring , romantic and very sweet n humble.
Additional information: he knows morse and binary code , has huge knowledge of animals and biology. He has the fear of death
Backstory:
Kraken’s father Ivan was a very wealthy man owning his deceased mother’s fashion factory and corporation. He married his wife Olga Sokolov who owned an equally wealthy wool corporation. The two meet at a meet up with other rich people discussing the many things wool could be used for fashion and clothes. There was a spark from there things kinda settled in they dated for two years then married and stayed a happy couple for 25 years so their company can grow. When they felt ready they decided to try for a child so their company wouldn't go to the ground and their legacy could live on.
Outside of the family people would've called them a loving and friendly couple who help even the poorest of souls get a job to have a better life. Down to earth but at times they did seem stingy, wanting to look best in public to win people over.
When their son was born they were shocked to find out he turned out to be albino of all things. They were scared at first but they learned to instantly fall for their son. Especially with his beautiful red eyes that seemed to match rubies. Since Ivan didn't have a last name he took his wife’s last name. So to let their son have a middle name he used his own and he and his wife chose a good first name for him.
Bringing to the world
Mikhail Ivan sokolov
When growing up Mikhail had quite a bit of health issues from sensitive eyes , skin , immune system and stomach. He was put under a strict diet and supervision so he could grow healthy without any troubles. For most days since the two parents were busy they had a nanny do most of the work. At most his mother would only spend one hour with her baby with his father hardly spending time.
When Mikhail started to turn 3 he started to show signs of being an odd child in the forms of hardly talking , being very prone to not looking into eyes , getting angry when schedules he had set were interrupted and refusing to eat certain foods. Along with crying at random times in the middle of night for hours on hours . Hardly showing any signs of interest in things besides animals and machines.
When asked about this after being taken to a doctor and psychiatrist the parents were told he had autism. Or in the terms during the 70s. From there Mikhail wasn't kindly treated by his parents as in during those times people thought autistic people were in quotes.
People with lack of an unconscious symbolic life
Growing up his parents would constantly try to force him to eat foods that triggered his sensory issues with it. Mikhail Hated this and from this issue developed a bad eating disorder that caused him to be slightly malnourished through his kids to teen years. Constantly told to act normal and keep eye contact with people even when he was highly uncomfortable and on the verge of over stimulation. Locking him up in a dark closet when he has angry or crying outbursts due to overstimulation.
He was constantly bullied at school as well for this as kids and a certain group used him as their target practice. Going as far to create a game called smack book which involves them finding the thickness , hardest book and smacking Mikhail with it. He has a permanent broken nose thanks to one smack to the face. The worst thing about growing up in a life like this was the name calling and mental abuse he succeeded. With people always calling him a husk , emotionless person not human, someone he wasn't even a real human.
Whenever Mikhail tried to defend himself, trying to explain himself things never worked out. especially at one point beating up the main bully. He was always constantly dragged into the principal's office where he was forced to explain himself on what happened. Even when he did, everyone would always side with his bullies.
“Boys will beboys”
When he got into such troubles like these his parents resorted to a punishment where they smack his wrists to the point of bleeding. Mikhail had scars on his wrists due to the fact his father used a metal ruler to slap his wrists. From this and his parents forcing him to try and be a perfect model in their family to keep the business going and face “pretty”. Mikhail slowly learned to despise everyone around him, which pushed him to really grow detached from his parents.
During when he was a teen that was when things really took a turn with his parent’s company suddenly crashing down into a burning mess. He found himself and his parents suddenly being dirty poor and scrambling for jobs to get a place to stay. Unfortunately he was stuck living with his parents in a crappy one room apartment in the city. He still held hope his parents would love him so he helped out as best he could by taking multiple jobs to try and help them get back on their feet even when it meant handing his whole money over.
One incident broke the last ties he had to his parents since they couldn't take him out of the school from the previous payment they made for his future. So being forced to stay in that school Mikhail ran into bullies that tried to pick on a kid who was clearly disabled. To say in short terms ..Mikhail threw one bully out the window unfortunately that bully did survive. When reported and to not be sent to jail they had Mikhail kicked out instead of jailed or reported.
This resulted in Mikhail being choked by his father who screamed at him “WHAT IS WRONG WITH YOU - WHY CAN'T YOU JUST BE A NORMAL PERSON FOR ONCE!!! BE A FUCKING NORMAL NON RERARTED BRAT!”. His mother was the only reason he was not killed by his drunk father but it did mean Mikhail was tossed to the ground. A glass bottle smashing at his head to knock him out for the night.
From there Mikhail refused to interact with his parents, shutting down giving no response to what they said or did. Which greatly worried his parents when they did try to reach out to him but stopped when they saw the murderous looks in his eyes. He saved whatever money he did to take private classes in a school near him to learn science and engineering.
Which he perfectly thrived in growing to be smart and creating things that were easily able to win others over. Wanting to find a permanent job in this field he searched and searched until he found one company that seemed to fit his taste.
Urban shade, A place where he could finally let his ideas grow and become something big. To make those that mocked him in the past pay for saying he wouldn't achieve things . To show he wasn't a useless husk. To get in tho
He had to show his dedication to the higher ups to show his loyalty to the company. Which he did show ….by killing his parents in a live one way video feed . Showing himself cutting them up and dissecting them and keeping their organs hauntingly alive. This approved his acceptance into the job as scientist and as an employee of urban shade.
He was twenty when he entered urban shade and during his years working there he had very significant growth. From being the timid teen that was bullied and picked in to a confident and snappy , prideful scientist. The prideful part being an act to hide what the trauma did to him , he always choose to go out of his way to avoid working with people. Why should he let anyone work with him after all the shit he dealt with??
He created the prototype fountain of youth serum in hopes of getting it right the first time but was only able to give himself forever youthful looks. This was enough to spark him to spite humanity and show that he could push the boundaries to prove he was something more than a mere husk or human mortal.
For 35 years he worked hard to get where he was and to earn his way to the top to become the high ranking scientist he was. Even with this power he was often mocked and secretly spoken behind the back due to him proudly showing off he was a bisexual man. His albino appearance yet again didn't help him as people seemed to side eye him or scoff. This resulted in him being angry and prone to snapping at people to get things done.
An event would change his life for the worse but also for the better
Kraken as his code name. Had been like usual working at his labs and minding his own business. When two fellow coworkers started to harass him on joining a party that was being hosted at the off base in the Philippines. The reason kraken was targeted was due to hearing he was going to the Philippines to harvest for some sea angels himself for his project.
Kraken tried his best to avoid answering but with a stressed mindset and a wanting to ditch these annoying turds. He accepted the invention not knowing thanks to his lack of ability to pick up on cues. Didn't realize the party was a special weed party. When he arrived at that party, kraken for once actually started to open up.
Unlike most parties this one was chill and calm with people talking or giggling (obviously high off their asses). Naively kraken never once noticed this and kept wandering about even mingling with people who decided to chat with him. When kraken did start to feel hungry he went to the snack bar. Lot of the snacks and food were something that triggered his food texture so he avoided eating those and went with the powdered donuts while drinking his straight vodka drink.
No one bothered to inform him on what he was eating till he reached the ninth donut where someone finally spoke up saying. “So you're really going to get that high? Damn “ this effectively snapped kraken out of eatting more donuts and asking the person what they meant. From there panic ensued as Kraken calculated the amount of time he needed to get back to the hotel he was staying at.
The only thing he couldn't factor in was how the donuts had the illegal amount of weed in it. Having no one willing to drive him, Kraken decided to take the car he drove. Half way there he didn't realize he was high until ….he crashed into a car … kraken suffered many injuries during this crash listing of
Fractured jaw and shoulder
Punctured lungs
Torn tendons and muscles
Broken spine
Broken shoulder blade and vocals damaged.
All Kraken could remember was crawling out from the car and falling to the ground where he was found by paramedics. It took a couple days for him to wake up from his knocked out state. Knowing he could be killed for being useless he begged for urban shade to give him another chance. He did get a chance to prove himself again by proving to get new limbs to fix himself and heal.
One of the highest up even visited when he was in the hospital ... .tho with good and bad news…he could keep the work and projects he has ….but he needed to be punished for causing a bunch of money to be used for his cover up. Which revealed that the person he crashed into was a family. How the older brother was used as a scapegoat things kraken was absolutely shocked at and disgusted with …he hated he killed a child and hated himself for it to this day.
The punishment was to be sent into a psych ward where he was quite literally again abused. A nurse that didn't give him his meds on time causing him to suffer in pain from his wounds. A nurse threatened to push him down the stairs when he was wheelchair bound. He was constantly reminded now that he was physically disabled just the same way he was mentally disabled. He hated his time at that torturous place.
When he was able to finally get out this is where he found out he was set up with a supervisor. Forced to work with someone named Damien Scott the relationship started as rivals and funny enough they were over emails before this. Forced to work with him didn't help as there was one person dealing with the trauma of the past.
And him a freshly traumatized man leading to the two constantly bashing heads together and getting over nit picking fights. With Damien taking out his anger and hostile angst on kraken. With kraken trying to be the better person and going after the real criminals and guilty people he used for work. Due to an assault that happened to Damien with kraken over hearing what happened. The two started to grow close as Kraken helped Damien find a safe spot in his lab . Giving a weighted blanket and drinks and access key for Damien to use to escape when things like this happen again.
Bit by bit the two fell for each other and ironically helping the other heal over their trauma to the point they fell in love with each other and got married within the year they met.
Kraken later a year later after the incident found out about allo nanol the person he crashed into and killed the brother too. Was in jail out of sympathy and feeling like this person could get the crystal. Took allo out from the jail he was sent too take the Filipino off the death row into expndables.
At the same time he had also decided to hire another expendable to grab his fountain of youth serum that was left behind during evacuation from Z-13’s breakout. He was very much enraged and furious when he found out the expendable he hired injected the serum into allo.
Leading him to be chasing the poor Filipino to get his work back and fix things back into his favor . To prove all those that mocked him wrong and …in a way sick twisted way try to redeem himself for the win he committed.
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otmaaromanovas · 2 months ago
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Currently working on the database and feel a need to vent my frustrations. I am filling in the section for Anfisa, Sydney Gibbes' maid who accompanied him to Tobolsk. There is very scarce information about her, apart from Rappaport's description in Four Sisters about her as being “toothless” and “old”. No reference is given for this.
Rappaport also exaggeratedly claims that Gibbes lived in “a hastily converted stone outbuilding near the kitchen - in smelling distance of the pig-swill” whilst at Tobolsk, simply because he did not like Gilliard and didn't want to share a room with him. No reference is given for this either.
The only reference to Gibbes living outside of the Governor's House is given by Evgeny Stepanovich Kobylinski to the Sokolov Report, who stated that "the Englishman did not like to live with anybody else, so he was allowed to live outside" in a "small house near the kitchen".
Furthermore, Gibbes testified that "[o]ur stay in Tobolsk was altogether very agreeable. I did not see anything very objectionable in the conditions of our life." Therefore, even in Gibbes did live in a make-shirt house next to a pig swill, he didn't seem to mind that much.
The relationship between Gibbes and Gilliard is also plagued by a lack of sources across the board. They appear to have had a practical friendship, keeping each other updated with news via telephone and letters. Gibbes would run errands for Gilliard, and the pair teamed up in Ekaterinburg to demand answers over what was happening with the Romanov family. Neither wrote anything overtly critical about the other, though there are rumblings that Gibbes was critical of Gilliard for publishing his memoirs in the years after the Revolution. This was likely rooted in the fact that Gibbes seems to have been an intensely private person, who would not have dreamt of publishing such detailed recollections of the family. Whilst Gilliard published a couple of memoirs, wrote for newspapers, and took a large public role in debunking the Anna Anderson affair, Gibbes returned to England, converted to Orthodoxy, and settled into a deeply pious life.
Essentially, all of the info in that quote on Anfisa is either completely unreferenced, or exaggerated. Big sigh.
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📍 George Gustav Telberg, Robert Wilton, The Last Days of the Romanovs, (New York: George H. Duran Company, 1920), p. 42, 105, 106
📍 Christine Benagh, An Englishman in the Court of the Tsar: the Spiritual Journey of Charles Sydney Gibbes, (California: Conciliar Press, 2000), p. 82, 136, 203-204
Photograph of Pierre Gilliard (left) and Sydney Gibbes, ГАРФ ф611 оп.1 д.102 л.86
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islandtarochips · 9 months ago
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FINALLY! I have done it been SO long for me to finish this piece! And I want to say thank you to @alypink for helping to color the cake, the season and the colors! I LOVE it!
Okay everyone! Since I saw some of my mutuals done this! I was thinking that I should joined in! With my BOCW OC! Koa Nikau and Ex who is now becoming his wife (again)! Aroha Arehe!
Their first marriage hasn’t been planned ACCORDINGLY since the two just ran off to get married somewhere else. Without Aroha’s family knowing. But since they have their 2nd wedding. They’ll finally have their WHOLE family (mostly Aroha side) to see them getting married!
Koa lets Aroha plan things out but will help out as much as he can. Aleks help out as well to ease things up a bit.
The two do like to have their wedding ceremony outdoors. But has different ideas of where to have their venues. Aroha decided to go with Koa’s ideas. For she had found it very romantic of these two dancing under the decorative lights.
Koa was planning to have their wedding around the fall season but changed his mind since he wanted to make his future wife happy. So he’s glad that he agreed to do it during the Spring season.
They also invited Koa's friends! Even though that the Groom has to tolerate of seeing Adler, Hudson, Sims and Helen. But luckily Aroha was there to calm him down.
The Groomsmen would be Frank, Alex, Craig, Charles and Aroha’s older brother (surprisingly he agreed to this). And the Best Man will be Vasili. Questioning of what happened to Sims, Lazar, Hudson and Adler? They’re just sitting down on the chairs.
Bridesmaids will be Jodie and some of Aroha’s cousins. And the Maid of Honor will be Aleks. Imagined these two women had gotten closer because of them talking about their hubbies🤭 Oh and Helen was with the other boys in the crowd.
Pretty sure the groomsmen (except for Aroha’s older brother) will try not to laugh at Koa’s, not his uniform, HAT. Koa would just shush those guys up as he tried to keep his composure.
Koa will also be blushing to see Aroha walking up on the aisle with her father. Wearing that beautiful dress. He was also sweating so much to see Aroha’s father glaring at him when he handed his daughter to him. (You should know why)
Marynee (Alek's daughter) being the honoree flower girl. And having one of Aroha's nephew being the ring bearer.
Since the wedding couples decided to do their own custom wedding vows. You can say Koa had took this one in the bag. For he had SO many things to say to his lover. About their past relationship, of his regrets, how much he had screw it up and blah blah blah and so forth and so forth. You get it right?
The beginning of the song will be “Endless Love”. Which it is Koa and Aroha’s cue for the slow dance.
Vasili and Jodie will be having a dance battle against Frank and Alex.
Kai (Koa and Aroha's eldest son) started talking to Sims about some mechanic nerd stuff.
Everyone will be seeing Aleks, Frank, Charles, Craig and Vasili having that drinking competition. Wait…KOA GET VASILI AWAY FROM THE VODKA!
Aleks dancing with her kids and Koa’s kids on the dance floor. TRYING to drag Adler to join in.
Charles will be doing the most embarrassing dance in HISTORY while being drunk. And Ari (Koa and Aroha's youngest son) joined in with him. (Koa had secretly recorded it)
Koa and Lazar was arm wrestling again. And once again, Lazar won. Which he received a kiss on the cheek from the bride as a reward. (Koa was ok with that. He’s fine…I think.)
And after the reception well BEFORE the ending of it. Vasili had surprised Koa with a special tradition of the Māori way. By doing the HAKAS. Which it gives Koa great tears to see his friend who had done it so well. Even Aroha was impressed.
Vasili “Bell” Sokolov - @welldonekhushi
Craig Alan Jones - @kaitaiga
Aleksandra Clarke R./Marynee - @alypink
Charles “Charlie” Moore - @deeptrashwitch
Jodie “Bell” Hall - @imagoddamnonionmason
Koa “Hunter” Nikau/Aroha Arehe Nikau - Me
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g-on-ef · 1 year ago
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THe heART was BuILd to BrEak
Summary: Brandon King the only male omega among a family of alphas because of his status his older twin brother Landon King is overprotective and controls everything he does
Nikolai Sokolov a true blood alpha and heir to the Russian Mafia Nikolai is dangerous murderous everything Brandon was taught to stay away from
And yet when Nikolai catch a small glimpse of the omega he becomes obsessed with him and will do anything to have him by his side including kidnapping...
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A/N: okay so I know I said I was gonna update this on Friday ie tomorrow but I couldn't wait so here is my nikobran fic and I hope you guys like it ^^
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Chapter 1: ThE oMEga PRINCE
In a family of alphas Brandon shouldn't be surprised to have an overprotective grandfather, father, uncle, brother and cousins and yet being locked in his room on a Saturday night for the fifth time in a room continues to surprise him.
Being born in a family of Alphas can have its perks being the only male omega in a family full of alphas not so much.
Especially when that family was the King Family.
A family full of powerful individuals who rule England with an iron fist a family that is ruthless and will do anything to stay on top.
Whether it's murder, kidnapping, extortion, there was nothing the King Family would do to stay on top.
They will also make sure to get rid of anyone that threaten their family especially their only male omega family member.
Locking him away so he wouldn't go to a party Ava Nash invited him to was a sure to keep him from interacting with alphas that wanted to get in his pants.
Brandon groan as he laid on his bed and stared at his ceiling.
When Ava invited him to a party he was excited to go he never been to one {seriously he's 23 and he has yet to be at a party} and knowing he was going made him feel giddy inside unfortunately Landon caught wiff of it and found out that the party was being held at some mansion that was own by some alphas known as the Heathens Landon not only put a stop to it but almost torn Ava a new one.
If it wasn't for Eli {Ava's mate} stopping him Landon would have done some serious damage to Ava's self esteem and no one needed to see her cry and get drunk off her ass because she couldn't handle being called out on her bullshit.
Brandon hated this, he hated that the only reason Landon was overprotective was because he saw Brandon as something that was weak and fragile.
At first Brandon thought Landon only saw him as spare parts something he could easily dispose of but than...Landon showed his true colors, showed Brandon that Landon genuinely loved the omega and refused to let anyone hurt him...their parents included.
It's why he tried to not get to angry with him whenever he used his alpha command on him {which he hated} and tried to see his point of view.
A small ping caught his attention.
Brandon grabbed his phone and saw he had a message...from Jayden.
The omega blushed a little ever since they were little Brandon has had a crush on Jayden Adler the alpha was like a prince and treated Brandon as an equal.
Okay maybe not but he treated him better than Landon did.
Jayden 💖: Hey :)
Brandon smiled as he typed back
Brandon: Hi :)
Jayden 💖: what are you doing?
Brandon: stuck at home -_-
Jayden 💖: that sucks :/ wanna hang out?
Brandon stared at the message, Jayden was inviting him to hang out?
It's been a while since he went out and his family {including Landon} trusted Jayden so it wouldn't be a problem.
Smiling Brandon texted him back,
Branon: yes I'd love to ^^
Jayden 💖: awesome ! Pick you up in 10
Brandon squealed as he got off his bed and began to get ready maybe his Saturday wasn't ruined and he would get to spend it outside his home but he gets to spend it with Jayden. Nothing could ruin this day.
Little did Brandon know he shouldve stayed home he should have rejected Jaydens invitation maybe if he did he wouldn't have capture the attention of a monster...one that will gladly do anything to keep him by his side...
A/N: well love it hate it tell me what you guys think ^^
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ask-mosquito · 1 month ago
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i think i have been pressured onto this app by that sergeant with the ridiculous hair…
aye whatever. i am avim sokolov, but you can call me mosquito. yes, the wings and the flying and the height are the reason behind this nickname.
for any of the recruits seeing this, i am sir to you. not ‘short king’ blyat and i am not going to carry you anywhere.
поговорим позжe.
(hey hey it’s birdie from @ask-sgtcrow . i finally made a hybrid oc after weeks of wanting to!!! he’s a peregrine falcon hybrid, russian, kind of airforce kind of not. idk read his character profile for more)
(a couple of rules before you interact with this blog:
1: i’d really prefer minors don’t interact with this blog. i’m 18 years old, ye’re children
2: anyone is free to send in asks as long as you’re relatively nice and not just straight up hateful.
3: flirting is fine. nsfw is also fine but there’s always a chance i’ll also ignore it. straight up nsfw will probably be ignored
4: keep ai off my blog. if you support or use ai art/content then please avoid interacting with my blog)
5: more immersive/extensive roleplay when interacting with me is welcome and actually encouraged. i need to drag myself out of my many years long writers block somehow
(i made anonymous an option in my ask box but if any of these rules are violated by an anon it’s outta here)
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itxithingsrp · 1 year ago
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KUWT SOKOLOV : cast.
CHILDRENS EDITION, PART II.
“ Todos estamos partidos por un mismo patrón, moldeados por una misma persona y, aún así, no podemos ser más diferentes. ”
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loserkaleidoscope · 2 months ago
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MY OC's and their ship songs
From their POV. Can you believe I forgot to make part two of the idea i stole from @zenjiiejiie ?? SHOCKING. But here it goes.
⋅•⋅⊰∙∘☽༓☾∘∙⊱⋅•⋅ Vanya Sokolov⋅•⋅⊰∙∘☽༓☾∘∙⊱⋅•⋅ Ship: Jurya ♥ ♥ (I love them so much, your honour) (Once again, I have SO many songs for them, it's hard to pick one ;A;) (honestly, the whole song, but I don't want to post all the lyrics xD) I see you when you hide, and when you lie it's no surprise I see you when you run from the lie within your eyes I see you when you think that I don't notice all those scars I see you, yes, I see you
I'm alone with you, you're alone with me What a mess you made of everything I'm alone with you, you're alone with me And I'm hoping that you will see yourself
Like I see you Yes, I see you I see you Yes, I see you
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⋅•⋅⊰∙∘☽༓☾∘∙⊱⋅•⋅Vano Mera⋅•⋅⊰∙∘☽༓☾∘∙⊱⋅•⋅ Ship: Mino ♥ (Vano is mostly an instrumental type of person, so this is a little more tricky) (I lied. I had multiple here too; technically also the whole song)
You make me wanna be somebody that I've never been Now when I look into the mirror, I'm not seeing myself But in a good way (Good way) 'Cause every inch of you's fucking perfect You were the door I couldn't open, now I can't lock it I wanna keep your love forever sealed in a bottle We'd be the only ones who'd open it when we wanna
If I die in your arms Wouldn't care 'bout heaven at all Until my time's up, I swear I'll try my best to not sabotage what we got 'Cause we're perfect the way that we are Might make a mess, but I swear I'll try my best to not sabotage this
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Also, bc Vano is polyamorous, he gets a second one! :D Ship: Stellar ♥
In the ruins of madness A ghost of a chance There is new hope reborn in every tragedy And the world I see bares A mystery waiting to be revealed
And don’t you know that Every cloud has a silver lining
You may call me a dreamer Call me a fool Just a blue eyed believer in you
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⋅•⋅⊰∙∘☽༓☾∘∙⊱⋅•⋅Leon⋅•⋅⊰∙∘☽༓☾∘∙⊱⋅•⋅ Ship: AlJan (this one is tricky bc I didn't get to write them yet)
Seen you from afar Wondered who you are Wondered what you're like Think you're just my type
And now I'm dreaming, dreaming, dreaming, dreaming, dreaming of you And now I'm dreaming, dreaming, dreaming, dreaming, dreaming of you
Want you, yes I do Bet you never knew it Think you'd suit me fine Want you all the time
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welldonekhushi · 11 months ago
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Vasili’s Retirement
Here's an aesthetic moodboard I made of Vasili when he was in the KGB!
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Summary: Charkov convincing Vasili to retire after giving his full service in the KGB. What made the General do so? And would Vasili agree to it?
Note: This is where I change some of the canon story for my Bell! General Charkov being a father figure for Vasili and Dimitri.
Warnings: None
Word count: 1,293 words.
“Amidst the complexities that are rising in between the relationship with the East and the West, we solemnly take your contribution as a huge factor to handle the situation quite well, Major Vasili.” The General of the KGB, Anton Charkov talks as Vasili carefully listens to his superior who called in for an important discussion. Charkov pours a cup of tea inside Vasili’s cup and for himself.
“Take a sip.” Charkov offered Vasili to partake of the beverage, as he needed the conversation to be as neutral and calm as possible, even knowing it was a hard decision for the General who was holding a heavy heart within himself to tell the news. Vasili grabbed the cup handle and took a sip of the tea, before placing it back on the General’s desk.
“But as we’re worried about the safety and security of the organisation, along with your own being... you’ve already made a lot of enemies, Vasili.” Charkov furrowed his eyebrows, placing the brim of the cup on his lips as he sipped the tea inside, before pulling back and kept it on the desk, crossing his hands. “And it’s not because we don’t trust you, but we’re only trying to keep the secrets within ourselves. You know a lot more than they do. You’re their prime target.”
“You mean the CIA could be behind me anytime? Regardless they’re the ones desperate to catch me and miserably failed.. somehow?” Vasili raised an eyebrow.
“Possibly. You can’t always trust your wits, Vasili. This isn’t a game, but a matter of serious consideration. Your life's on the line, and it’s standing on a tightrope. You’d never know if the pressure would soon be unbearable, that would likely make not only you, but the whole KGB at risk. Even if you die or get captive, it’s the same consequence.”
“So... what do you want me to do?” Vasili questioned.
Charkov held a heavy heart while trying to reveal his response to the Major. He sighed, and shook his head, and faced the officer again, feeling prepared. “You should retire.”
Vasili was astonished by that order, and it made his eyes widen. He forgot about everything at that very moment, from hearing Charkov’s response. It felt like a part of him was about to shatter. The very duty that kept him sane and dedicated, only for him to be told that he should finally let go of it. “But... General I – “
“I know, Sokolov. This is a very, very hard decision that I took upon myself. But I also had to hold a cabinet meeting for it. They advised you to retire but go undercover with a new identity and appearance. Conceal yourself as much as you can... the Western powers would do everything, and anything to get to you. And I’m not saying this as a KGB General... but as a concerned father.” Charkov tried to assure Vasili that whatever he was doing was for the sake of the whole nation’s safety and security. He didn’t want to lose it... but he wouldn’t want to see his country fall as well, only because he disagreed with what Charkov told him to do so.
With a bitter understanding, Vasili gave the nod, not wanting to condemn Charkov’s order. “Sir, yes sir.”
“Otlichno. I’m proud of you, Vasya.” Charkov lit up a smile, but Vasili had his face drowned in deep emotions. He had so much to succeed in, but turns out, this was the end. It felt like his glory days were over, but for the better, he agreed to leave the KGB on the General’s order.
“Don’t worry about what happens next here after your departure. Major Dimitri Belikov would take your place from now on. I trust him as much as I do with you, too. You both made me really proud, and I wish you luck.” Charkov extended his hand towards Vasili for a handshake.
Vasili gave a slight smile and joined the handshake the General offered to him. As Vasili got up from his chair and started to leave the office and walked through the hallway, he saw Dimitri, who too was also approaching the General’s office. The man stopped in surprise, who concealed his pain by leaving the duty to greet his beloved friend. “Dima?”
“Vasya!” Dimitri gave him a grin. “What happened? Did you do something mischievous again, that made Anton Charkov give you a huge, philosophical lecture? Like the last time?” He laughed it out, but Vasili gave a sly smile, knowing the truth.
“Ah, no Dima I... I think this is my last meeting with you.” Vasili spoke in a demotivated tone. Dimitri’s smile vanished when he said that, but he tried to brush it off thinking he may be joking with him.
“Oh, zamolchi! You’re playing with me. Aren’t you?” Dimitri laughed it out, but Vasili shook his head back.
“I’m being honest.” There was a moment of silence for a second, in between each other. Dimitri was still confused, and Vasili was the one to break it again. “I’m retiring.”
“What?!” Dimitri said in shock. “Are you serious, how could you retire – “
“I understand you feel the same as me, Dimitri. But... this is only for the sake of the nation’s safety and security.” Vasili replied. “Charkov and I have talked about it, and he wants you to take my place instead.”
Dimitri was internally disagreeing with him, as he didn’t want to believe it at first. But hearing Vasili’s words, he felt conflicted. “But... I could never be like you.”
“You’re misunderstood. Charkov trusts you like he trusts me. You’ve been assigned with a responsibility, Dima... and you must do it. For me.” Vasili grabbed onto his shoulders, assuring him. “I won’t be there, but I’d never forget what you did for me.”
Dimitri tried not to break in tears, seeing that his friend was now bidding a farewell from his post. Vasili gave him a hopeful smile and hugged him. Dimitri too hugged him back tighter, not wanting to let Vasili go this quick.
“It’ll be okay, Vasili...” Dimitri sniffs as he tries to control himself at this moment. “If you ever need something, get to me first. And it should be me only.”
Vasili pats his back and chuckles. “Of course, moy brat. Your number would be dialled first.”
“And if you feel you’re in danger... and I had to take my life for it, I will.”
“Shut up, Dima. You’re not dying, and when I’m still here, nothing would ever happen to you. Never.” Vasili looks at Dimitri and sets his cap and uniform. “That would be betrayal. That I kept a promise and you still decided to give your life for me.”
“But at least it’s better than a betrayal of trust.” Dimitri mentions something that did hold weight to Vasili’s thoughts. But he was curious about something else so he asked ahead before he could leave.
“Besides, did General Charkov call you in too?” Vasili asked, as Dimitri wipes off his tears as he responds. “Did you do something mischievous, instead?”
“No uhm, I wanted to have a conversation with him... maybe I’d talk about your leave and the new steps that I might have to follow while being in your shoes.”
“Oh, that’s currently necessary. You may take your leave, Major.” He saluted Belikov before departing, and so did Dimitri in return. As they both started to walk in the directions they were supposed to, Vasili slightly turned around to check on Belikov, and saw him fumbling with something in his hand before shoving it into his pocket and leaving a trace. Though Vasili didn’t really pay attention to it, and the scene ends to black when he exits.
Translations: Otlichno — amazing, Zamolchi — shut up/shut your mouth, Moy brat — my brother
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tapersco · 1 month ago
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Being very predictable, but I would love to hear more about your Rasmus interpretation! Is he connected with 50 Blessings or the mob in any way? Does he have any other relationships (or more so, people he has his eye on) outside of Jacob? :^)c
Ras 🦉 thoughts below
Rasmus (real name Radmir Sokolov) likes to have as many connections as possible because he values control through possession of information, as much of it as possible, and from multiple sources. so he's kind of involved with everyone in some way or another
though he might behave loyal to some, at the end of the day, Rasmus has no gods or masters. he's loyal when it suits his interests. he's primarily affiliated with the mob because he came to with them to FL to begin with, they trust him the most, he "belongs" among them so to speak. and he adopts the part of a higher rank, ranking a step or two below the boss and his family.
he was probably most loyal to the Father, up until he was killed. then he focused his attentions on the Son, for whom he acted as a right hand while also keeping an eye on him (he cares sometimes....). he also made contact with Evan several times (also i like to think of him taking the place of Petrov in the sauna and taking things further. hehe)
he also has a nephew, my oc Nigel (real name Grigori) and mentors him, so to speak :)
i associate him with the mythological strix/strzyga and i think he carries that energy with him wherever he goes: unsettling, eerie, and vaguely nonhuman. i feel like the mob would have stories about him.
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anjumzm · 11 months ago
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Midsummer Night
A Legacy of Gods Fanfic
JerCes Daughter x LanMia Son
Chapter 2
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Theodore Sokolov King
I'm bored.
Literally and figuratively.
I'd expected the little bird to come out of her gilded cage after I left her hints pointing her in the right direction. God knows how I need my daily dose of chaos and what better way to initiate it than to rile up the Volkov princess, I want to see her out of her element, see her 'goody two shoe' image shatter, but it seems like I'll have to wait for a while before that happens now.
How boring.
Guess that's what being genuis does that to you, when it becomes so easy to want something and achieve it, in a manner that might look impractical to most of the folks around you, but you make it seem easy.The only competitors I have around are my cousins, namely Sean King, Uncle Eli's son, and the other being Dominic Sokolov, Uncle Bran and Uncle Niko's son, although I wouldn't consider the latter a competition considering our fields of excellency are poles apart.He's a known name amongst the Bratva, while I mostly keep to my domain of business, although I do like to get my hands dirty now and then. There's Jasper too, Uncle Creighton's son but since he's the youngest King heir, he's also the one who's most protected and looked after, to the point that no one on UK and US grounds would dare breathe wrong his way, fearing our collective wrath. I would never cross a line with the above fuckers, coz one thing that's been engraved in the mind of every King is:
Family above all.
Which is why everything is getting boring for me.
I've known that I was different from other kids since my childhood. While most of the kids my age struggled with basic mathematics I'd solve complex math problems within minutes. Be it series of domino puzzles, decrypting messages and riddles or learning new languages I could do it all. Although my parents,would be proud of my achievements and always flaunt them in front of their peers, deep down I know they were disturbed because of my detached nature. I cannot process emotions like others do.I once heard my Grandma talk to my Mom about how I inherited my father's aloofness, lack of empathy and his narcissist tendencies. I watched my mother's face fall as Grandma said that "If Landon was able to overcome his nature and become the loving husband and Father he is today, I'm sure our Theo will do the same"
But that's the problem, I cannot see the lack of empathy and emotions as a vice, rather it's my biggest asset. It makes me be over cautious, over calculating and the results are infront of us allA stronger empire than before commanded by a headstrong, handsome genuis with holier-than-thou personality. I've added more allies, more assets in my 3 years as the vice president than my COO Dad or CEO Uncle did in their inital years as leaders, a fact that's been praised by the Legends Aiden King and Levi King , my Granduncle and Grandfather. The same can be said about my cousin Sean, but he's been a few points back since the last ruckus he caused, and now I'm left to deal with the consequences.
Which brings me to the current issue, the stealing or more like taking the files containing deets on Mr.Williamson, the one who's been a thorn in our way since the Sean incident. Motherfucker thought he could blackmail The Kings. Seems like he has suicidal tendencies.
While I'd been planning and contemplating about ways to bring the fucker to his knees, opportunity came walking towards me in the form of Dominic Sokolov and his big mouth. During one of our ranting sessions, he might've slipped up this tidbit information about Volkovs having dirt on him and protecting him in return of some alliance bullshit.
What I'm if not an opportunist?
After rigorous planning, plotting and planting spys within the Volkovs fort I successfully got the data drive.I was planning to use my triumph card over Williamson, but than Aanya Volkov happened. I saw her speak at the Bratva meeting first time, eyes ablaze, hands twitching as though she wanted to strangle me to death and that's the most entertainment I've got in nearly 5 years, you see there's something alluring about breaking ones carefully and meticulously built good image. I've known her since my childhood due to her relations with my Aunt and Uncle creighton wife, Annika Volkov who also happens to be her Aunty, not to mention she's my little sister's best friend.
I'd seen her around the mansion but she would always keep her distance from me, as any sane person would.But then I learned something, which makes me believe that her soft spoken nature, all bright and pure is just an image.
Just like me, something sinister lurks within her too.
While I keep my beast at my shoulder, proudly on display for all to see, she's been taming hers from a long time.And I'll be damned if I let it be dormant any more.
I'll bring out your demons Aanya, even if I have to drag myself through your personal hell.
Time for my demon to meet yours.
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