#library member peaches !!

[quitealotofsodapop]

Was Red Son going up to heaven and being granted unlimited access to their library the first time he met his grandmother or ANY of his grandparents?

Idk about DBK'S extended family situation, but if that's Red Son's first introduction to her (biological) extended family OMG that's probably a lot to handle with everything else going on in their life.

Ref.

In terms of paternal family; there isn't much left. DBK's parents kicked him out after he made it clear he was marrying Iron Fan, and her alone. His younger brother Ruyi inherited everything as the sole heir after their parents passed from age. DBK always thought that his parents had strayed from their demonic roots, many demon clans had - preferring to mimic the mortal or celestial politics beyond the Underworld.

DBK kinda wishes Red had time to know his paternal grandparents, but he knows they wouldn't have approved of the boy either. They might have seen him as a worthy bargaining chip for marriage contracts, but doubts much else.

The less said about Ruyi the better.

As for PIF's side of the family? Well...

My hc is that Red Son accidentally met his maternal grandmother before - during New Years when he and Mei broke into the Peach Orchard.

Xiwangmu can recognise her daughter's features from a mile away. And farther still, the flickers of her own True Fire. But she simply patted both of them on the heads and sent them on their way. Her heart grew fond seeing "little ones" running around the gardens again, like how her daughters used to as cubs/hatchlings. If she knew her kin, she knew that the little fire opal would stumble back into their lives again eventually.

After the events of Season 3 and with LBD nearly destroying the world - Heaven had to get involved with the clean up (LBD broke a lot of laws).

Nezha, who knew Red Son when he was an infant, was ultimately the first one to ask openly;

Nezha: "Haven't you ever actually met your mother's parents?" Red Son, busy fixing the van: "No. She never discussed them. The only time I asked, she said that they were not welcome in our lives. I felt it was rude to pry." Nezha: "...you know we're cousins right?" Red Son: "EHH!?!"

In Red Son's defence; he just thought Nezha babysat him as a favour to an old fighting buddy. Turns out the real reason was because Nezha was the only member of the Celestial Royal Family brave enough to sneakily keep contact with Iron Fan after the war.

So now Red Son is dealing with the knowledge that he's a Celestial Royal Prince!?

Red Son begins accompanying Nezha to the Celestial Realm - not feeling comfortable without a chaperone to defend him. At first just to tag along with boring post-battle stuff; notably returning Lao Tzu's furnace. The alchemist was annoyed by the loss of three pills, but impressed that Red Son managed to concoct a cure to whatever LBD added to Spider Queen's venom on the fly.

And Lao Tzu is terrible for keeping secrets...

Within the next few visits; Nezha and Red Son are stopped by Celestial Guards. Seems that the Jade Emperor himself wants an audience with the fire demon.

Red Son swallows a lump in his throat. Nezha gives him a sympathetic, but supportive smile.

The Jade Emperor is... a lot taller than Red Son expected. But the woman at his side is familiar somehow...

Xiwangmu, delighted: "I told you he'd return, my jade!" Jade Emperor, stony face: "So he has." Red Son, remembering: "Hey, wait a minute! You're the woman from the orchard! You let me take a peach!" Xiwangmu, tittering: "Of course! I cannot deny my own grandchildren the fruits of my garden!" Red Son, stuttering: "Y-you knew...?" Xiwangmu, dismounting her throne: "Of course. It's not hard to recognise the tiny face I saw the day I nearly lost my youngest daughter. I still have my duty as Goddess to protect new mothers from misfortune after all... Tieshan is a proud woman. She rejected my help up until she lost consciousness. Then your father begged for me to intervene. Despite our animosity, he still kowtowed to me to save her and you. I respect him for it." Red Son, realising: "You... you knew about me since I was born. Then... why didn't you try contacting me?" Xiwangmu, shares sad glance with her husband: "If I had... It would have placed a terrible spotlight on our youngest grandchild. If the Realms had even suspected, imagine how many demons and celestials alike would have gladly torn you asunder?" Jade Emperor, finally speaking: "Once your True Fire emerged, it would not be long until people began questioning your heritage. Only my wife and your cousin Li Nezha have wielded it before you." Xiwangmu: "We were so delighted when Guanyin took you on as her disciple! It eased our worries so much that your aunt was keeping an eye on you!" Red Son, first time hearing this lore: "Wait what?! WHAT DO YOU MEAN AUNT!?!"

Red Son was starting to get used to visiting the Celestial Realm and getting to know his maternal family.

IF PIF and DBK saw him leave the palace and return with books from the imperial library, they didn't make any comment on it.

Then Season 4 happened...

Red Son's warning may have been too late to truly save his grandfather, but it was enough to evacuate the Queen Mother and the Princesses. The celestial army didn't believe him at first, but Nezha was quick to support his judgement. It only took a quick fact check with the Ten Kings to confirm that the Scroll of Memory was indeed missing, and that the three former-celestial agents were now loose upon the mortal realm.

The last time Red Son saw his grandfather alive was when he tried dragging him off his throne, not even big enough to fully grasp a finger.

The Jade Emperor refused to budge.

Jade Emperor: "Why are you here alone?" Red Son, crying from panic: "The Brotherhood-! They wanted to recruit Father back into their ranks, but he refused! Mother leapt to take the blow meant for him and he-! His last act was to try and save her!" Jade Emperor, noticeably stiffens: "The Brotherhood struck them down?" Red Son: "N-no. But they captured them in the Scroll of Memory. But! If Azure wanted to, he could snap the bamboo containing their souls! Please! I beg of you! Evacuate with the Queen Mother, so you won't suffer the same fate!" Jade Emperor: (*sighs with relief upon hearing Iron Fan is alive. settles back into his throne*) Jade Emperor: "...Child. If you are so insistent on protecting this world, go confront the Brotherhood at your cousin's side. I am not a helpless old fool." Red Son: "But-!" Jade Emperor: "But nothing! I am not ordering you as an Emperor. But as your grandfather. Leave me here to greet my foes, as a demon king facing a warrior's end." Red Son, stops trying to drag him: "I... I will ensure that they never make it past those doors! You can count on me! Nezha and I will crush them!" Jade Emperor: "I know you can. You are my daughter's son." Red Son: (*says nothing else, but tearfully nods to his grandfather for what he correctly feels is the last time. fire teleports away.*)

In canon it was only after the Scroll was collected and the captives free did anyone in the Celestial Realm confirm that the Jade Emperor was no longer with them.

But in the case of the extended royal family; they knew the moment Xiwangmu roared to the Heavens. A connection in her heart severing like a line of red string cut. The last time her grief shook the realms, she tore open the Heavenly River itself and flooded the earth. Now the skies are beginning to crack... doesn't take a genius to know why the Queen Mother is weeping.

In the aftermath, Red Son and his parents are released from the Scroll. Only to see Xiwangmu and the Maidens. The elderly tigress crying waterfalls into her hands as her elder daughters cling to her robes and sob.

Iron Fan's normally stoic expression breaks. She calls to her mother, dropping to her knees and burying her face in her arms like she's a child all over again. Even without words, the princess knows.

The Bull King does not join the women, but he gives clear permission to his child to. Red Son didn't even need to ask.

Xiwangmu: "You were the last one to see him, fire opal. What were his last words to you?" Red Son, clinging to PIF: "He said... that I was his daughter's son." PIF: (*breathes a shocked gasp through her tears!*) Xiwangmu, smile breaking through: "Typical Yudi. Deciding things without telling me." Red Son: "What do you mean?" Nezha: "The Jade Emperor has not recognised Princess Iron Fan has his daughter since the war." DBK, voice a mix of shock/delight: "He recognises your mother as his daughter again. Which means he-" PIF, determinedly wiping her tears: "He recognises you as his legitimate grandson, and as an heir to the Celestial Throne." Red Son: (*too shocked to speak. makes tea kettle sound as flame hair dies to embers. faints Yamcha-style*)

[elitadream]

Since we know that Peach cares about Luigi just as much as Mario, what do you think she’d get him for his birthday?

Do you think she’d go to Mario to figure out? After all who knows him more than his big brother? I think Mario would probably be so joyous that Peach cares so much about Luigi too.

What do you think she’d eventually get him?

Oooh, Peach going to Mario and asking him what she should offer Luigi is such a cute thought! 🥰🎁 For her, it would be a win-win situation, I mean: getting help on finding the perfect gift for a dear friend of hers and talking to her crush at the same time? About something that would have him grinning widely and his eyes sparkling with genuine love and excitement, no less?? She would be eagerly looking forward to that conversation! 😄💓

There are so many options as to what said gift could be though, I wouldn't quite know which one to pick! 👀🤭 I had suggested the idea of her giving him books in a previous ask (as he would love spending time reading in the castle's library), or perhaps something to build and tinker with. Could be brand new clothes! A seasonal accessory, a fancy uniform or a dress- as seen in this splendid little oneshot by @coffeecat1983. 💫 Or perhaps it would be something more symbolic. A stunning medal to express her deep acknowledgment and gratitude, a special ceremony organized just for him where all members of the court would cheer and clap for him, and during which she would appoint him as an official and esteemed ambassador of the Mushroom Kingdom. Recognition in its most heartfelt and sincere form. 💞

[chaoticbeanz]

Hellfire’s Girl 2

Summary- A new girl moves to Hawkins and has already made an impression.

Pairing- Eddie Munson x Fem!oc

Warnings- friends to lovers, slow burn, she/her pronouns, cursing, mainly nickname will be used,

Word Count- Almost 2k

Notes- There will be some straying from the storyline. Not a lot of Eddie in this one I apologize. Please don't forget to comment. I'd love to hear feedback.

Masterlist

Part 1 Part 3

~3rd Person~

Peaches felt so much better about school and Hawkins in general. She had friends, her boys she decided to call them. And according to Dustin, she’d have a few more. She loves the nickname she was given. She never cared about fitting in but she was glad she found others who made her feel like she belonged. Hellfire made her feel like she was always meant to be there.

After lunch, the group began to separate, walking to their respective classes. Each member bid her farewell.

Before walking down the hall she called out, “Hey Gareth!”

He turned around, “What's up Peaches?”

“After school, did you still wanna have a ‘grass’ session with me?” she asked nervously, pushing up her glasses.

“Hell yeah! I’ll wait for you in the parking lot.”

“Perfect!” she smiled, turning in the opposite direction. Unaware that Eddie was right behind her, only able to catch Gareth’s response. Were they meeting after school? Did you like Gareth? He couldn't help feeling that little green monster creeping up again but it instantly faded when he saw her jump.

“Fuck Eddie!”

He liked hearing her say his name. She somehow made it sound so much sweeter.

~Lena~

“You scared the daylights out of me!” I smacked his arm trying to catch my breath as he raised them in defense.

“Forgive me, milady, that was not my intent.”

I couldn't help but giggle. “Uh huh sure. Then praytell, what is your intent, good sir?”

“To escort fair maiden Peaches to her next educational torture.” Eddie bows to sell the bit.

I had to contain the blush creeping up my cheeks. All the boys are using the nickname but it feels different when Eddie uses it.

When he looks up at me I shake my head, beginning to walk. “Don't you have a class too?” He didn't need to know yet that I had a study hall.

He stands up and jogs to catch up with me. “Mrs, O’Donnell can wait. Besides, I wanted to know what you thought about good ole Hawkins high.”

I shrugged my shoulders, “It’s not so bad. There is a clear imbalance in the hierarchy and everyone seems way too invested in basketball. I personally find it boring. Besides, I’m more of a band girl anyway.”

“Finally! Someone normal!” Eddie cheers out. I couldn't help but laugh at his theatrics.

“Everyone here seems small-minded, that they don't like change or the unconventional.”

“That's Hawkins for ya sweetheart. If you aren't cookie cutter then you're branded a ‘freak’.”

I forced myself to ignore the pet name. But it made me sad to think. Is that how the boys were labeled? Bullied because they dressed differently or liked other things that weren’t sports? Hawkins was so ass backward and it wasn't going to force me into conformity.

“Well, I guess that makes me a freak then.” I turned to face him as I stopped in front of the library.

Eddie looked at me with a look I couldn't quite place. Maybe I shouldn't read too much into it. He pointed at the library questioningly. “Oh, did I forget to mention I have a study hall?” I teased then curtsied. “I thank you good sir for the company. Now I bid thee farewell.”

He smirks at me and takes my hand, “But of course. Anything for Maiden Peaches.” Eddie kissed the back of my hand then sauntered off down the hall.

I let go of the breath I didn't know I was holding in. I could feel how red my cheeks were as I walked through the doors looking for a table to sit at and attempt to study. Which proved to be more difficult than intended. Head clouded with Eddie when I knew it shouldn't be. C’mon Lena, you can't have a crush this quickly! You just met him! Besides, he's just being nice because you're the new girl. At least that's what I tried to convince myself. Maybe I could poke around and ask questions with Gareth? Though they seemed like best friends, he probably wouldn't share secrets with me.

Worth a shot.

~Eddie~

God, how was I crushing so hard already?! She’s absolutely perfect! I wanted to know everything about her. What music she listened to, and what movies she watched. Did she know D&D? How would she react to me having a band? I couldn't stop thinking about her.

After I walked away from her, I felt like I was on cloud nine. Fuck going to class. I decided I was going to skip this class and head to my picnic table for a smoke. Then I’d catch up with Gareth. I needed to know what was going on between them. I know I wasn't the only one captivated by not just her beauty but her humor and her charm as well. I lit a cigarette and took a long drag. Letting it fill my lungs then exhale all the smoke.

Maybe ‘m getting ahead of myself? What if she already has a boyfriend? Or what if she doesn't even like guys? I mean Buckley swings that way so it is possible. We just became friends, is it selfish of me to already want something more, to be more to her?

All my life in Hawkins, there wasn't anyone quite like Peaches.

As if on cue, the bell rang just as I stomped out my cigarette. Time to have a chat with Gareth.

~3rd Person~

When Eddie found Gareth, he casually put his arm around his best friend. Gareth could see the mischief in his eyes. “What did I do?”

“Heard you say you were meeting Peaches after school? What's that about?” Eddie tried not to sound desperate, but it may have come out as jealousy instead.

Gareth knew immediately then that his best friend had the hots for her. I mean could he blame him? It didn't stop him from having a bit of fun with Eddie. He didn't need to know that Gareth was secretly trying to help him in the long run. “Yeah man, she asked me if I wanted to share a joint with her.”

He could practically see the gears moving inside Eddie’s head. Trying not to show his agitation.

“You rarely smoke.” Eddie couldn't wrap his head around it. And he thought Peaches couldn't get any better. A grunge stoner goddess roamed these halls.

Of all people though, why’d you have to ask Gareth? His green monster was starting to get the better of him.

“Who am I to turn down such an offer? Besides, gives me the chance to get to know her more.”

Eddie wanted to punch the smirk off his face but contained himself. He had to remind himself that it was fair game. It didn't mean he liked the idea.

“Trying to get with our Peaches, Gare?”

“We’re just friends, Eds.” Just then the bell rang signaling the next class. “Look, I got to go. We’ll talk later man.”

Gareth walked away, leaving Eddie alone in the hallway.

Eddie’s mind was too preoccupied; he barely paid attention for the rest of the day. Well, even less than he usually did.

~Lena~

I couldn't be more happy than to hear the last bell ring. The day was finally over. My brain was fried and not in the way I wanted yet.

I quickly gathered my things and headed to my locker. I didn't want Gareth to have to wait long for me. As I started putting books into my locker, I thought about the questions I wanted to ask him that I didn't get to during lunch. Nothing super personal, just general things about the boys.

Once my locker was locked, I headed towards the doors. Pushing them open I see Gareth leaning against the building. “Sorry if I took too long.”

He turned his head and smiled, “It’s all good Peaches.”

I return the smile and walk towards my car, he pushes off the wall and follows.

“Do you have a spot or…?” I asked as I opened my door and tossed my bag in the back seat.

”Uh…most of the time it’s the back of Eddie’s van.” Gareth rubs the back of his neck, nervously laughing while we get into my car.

I turn my key and it roars to life. Eddie. I hadn’t even thought to ask him. Now I feel like an idiot and rude.

”Oh. Well now I feel bad. Had I known I would’ve asked him if he wanted to join too.”

”Don’t worry Peach. There’s always next time.”

I started reversing out of the spot I was in, “You’re right. We could go to my house if that’s cool with you? My parents let me smoke on the roof.”

”That’s badass! Mine won't even let me in the garage.”

I laughed as I pulled out of the parking lot, heading towards my house. “Oh, I have some tapes in my glove compartment if you don’t want to listen to Queen.”

In the corner of my eye I saw him reach and search through what I had. Though I had a feeling I knew what he’d pick.

“You listen to Black Sabbath?”

I knew he’d be shocked. One, it was considered “Devil music” and two, sometimes I didn’t look like the kind of girl to like that sort of music. But I didn’t care and I told him what I told everyone.

“Music is music Gareth. I like what I like.”

”I knew I made the right decision becoming friends with you Peaches.”

I looked over at him and gave him a smile while at a red light. He put in the tape and we jammed out for the rest of the ride.

When I parked in front of my house, I noticed that neither of my parents were home yet. Which was fine, I wasn’t uncommon since they both had jobs. Before I got out of my car, I reached into the glove compartment to retrieve my last joint and placed it in my pocket.

I unlocked my front door and we entered. “Welcome to Casa de Peaches. Make yourself a home.” I relocked the door then tossed my keys on the coffee table and my bag on the couch. “Before we head to the roof, we should probably grab some drinks and snacks. I don’t know about you but I get major munchies.”

I gestured for him to follow me into the kitchen. I opened the fridge and grabbed a drink. “You can have whatever you want.” I said leaving it open for him to choose. We each grabbed a few snacks from the cabinet as well then he followed me to my room.

”You got a nice place Peaches.” I hear Gareth say as we reach the top of the stairs.

”It’s not so bad. I’m still getting used to it.”

As soon as I opened my door, I was mortified. “Fuck!”

I had forgotten that I had shit everywhere. Clothes, shoes, books, tapes and records. My room looked like a raid happened while I was at school. I could hear Gareth chuckle from behind me. “I am so sorry it’s so messy. I usually have it fairly clean when friends are over.” He probably thinks I’m gross because girls are supposed to be cleaner than boys.

”It reminds me of my room, but slightly girly.” He laughed. “Don’t worry. I don’t think less of you.”

Well that’s a relief.

I place my snacks on my small side table next to the window. While Gareth did the same, I quickly started cleaning up some of the disaster. He noticed. “Seriously Peaches, it's fine.”

He ended up grabbing my shoulders to stop me from moving around.

”Okay. Okay.” I took a deep sigh then fished out the joint from my pocket. I couldn’t stop the smirk that was forming.

”Let's light this sucker!”

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“grass” session will be in part 3

[kaleuh]

Day 188: What are you always carrying around with you?

My phone! And (hold on, emptying my purse, agh fuck, pennies everywhere, i need to clean this out more)

-A crumpled coupon for sweet cherries and corn at ShopRite (expired 7/6) -Warm Vanilla Sugar hand sanitizer -A single, lone, red d20 -An expired Wyndham hotel keycard -Off-brand "poprocks" wrapper -License, debit card, library card, health insurance card, SBA police card -A vial of dandelion perfume (half full) -Smoothie punch card (8 more and I get a free smoothie) -New Jersey Transit ticket receipt -Business card of one Steven Jay Sanford, who carves wooden sculptures of ducks for a living -Six restaurant/grocery receipts (three are completely illegible, not even sure what they're for honestly) -a World's Smallest toy catalogue (it is about the size of my thumb) -Two different sparkly lip glosses -Three pairs of clip-on earrings (one is missing) -A few single dollar bills -a pearly, clear-beaded hairclip in the shape of a bow -Old key to my parents' house (with a flashlight keychain) -New key to my parents' house (with a flashlight keychain) -My dead uncle's Mass card, "Grieve Not... Nor speak of me with tears... But laugh and talk of me as though I were beside you. I loved you so... 'Twas heaven here with you." -a tiny comb -top of a [REDACTED] wrapper -Four chapsticks (Vaseline, 'Bubble Yum' bubblegum, classic Cherry chapstick, and Ruby Soapworks' Peach lip balm) -A Slim Jim ('Best by' date unintelligible..) -Floss sticks -Listerine spray -Spare car key -A blue lighter, not because I smoke but because a lighter is very handy to have regardless! -A long expired chinese mint I never opened as I kept thinking, "Ooo a mint! I'll save that for later!" (later never came) -Crest Whitening Strip -A gold necklace (unopened) -Two lipsticks (one Milani #12 'I Am Radiant', and, no joke, the same god damn 'Mauve' Icing lipstick I had 10 years ago that I listed on this challenge last time. They discontinued it so I've been really making it last!!!!) -tissues with lipstick on them (gross) -My favorite perfume, a vial of Peach Nectar, made by @paranoidgemsbok at Ruby Soapworks. I don't fully classify it as perfume, since it is, instead, crack to me. If I'm going out with people, it's already on my body. If I realize it's not, I will quickly rectify that and then make everyone take a hit of it. It's more than halfway gone. Would vape this if I could -Also a vial of Ruby Soapworks' Bourbon Vanilla perfume, which is also wonderful -My apartment keys (printed with Spiderman and Hello Kitty patterns) looped in with a ShopRite member card, a Wendy's 'Free Frostys for 2024' card, and my two ADORABLE and gorgeous Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle keychains by @frenchiefie!

I usually have a hairtie and a flower hairclip too, but they tend to be on me! Anyway, PHEW!!

[gefdreamsofthesea]

Today's Cthulhu Awakens session:

Everyone needs a vacation.

They are heading to Georgia (the US state). It is peach season.

They check in at a hotel. Some time passes, and they meet Alice, who works for a family that lives on nearby Cumberland Island.

The estate is called Dungeness. I can't decide how to say it and end up saying it like "Dungeon-ess"

They hop on a ferry and are introduced to Patch, who makes small talk, telling them that the fishing used to be great but has declined in recent years.

They head through marshland and fog and dock at the estate. It is an old house but has clearly been maintained.

They meet Margaret Gasper, their hostess, and the staff at the manor: Michael, Alice, and Edmund.

They head inside, they look at a picture of Margaret's great x 4 grandfather, who fought for the Union (they gather this is kind of a "fuck you" to certain folks around here) and are offered refreshments. Mairéad has multiple drinks and fails her constitution roll. She is now fatigued (penalty to all checks). The book specifies a consequence that I don't like, so instead I rule that she suffers a -2 penalty.

I give Mairéad a choice 1) explore with the others and make a check every two hours to reduce her condition or 2) sleep it off for four hours (note: it is 10:30 AM, dinner is at 6:30)

She chooses to sleep (for the moment)

Dahlia explores the kitchen. She successfully intimidates one of the cooks there to let her snoop.

Sarah decides to explore the library.

Correction: Sarah decides to have sex with her wife in the library.

I get so annoyed my players worry that I am actually mad at them. I am not. I am disappointed.

I tell Sarah's player she may not have any chicken tendies or choccy milk and that she is a bad girl. Kinksters know this is the worst thing I could have possibly said. Disclaimer: I am not serious. Once again, I was not mad, just, shenanigans.

Sarah decides to do some actual research and rolls badly.

I consult secret DM things and Sarah notices Margaret in the library. Margaret leaves and Sarah notices a hidden nook. There are books on a theory that many humans today are descended from "monsters", she makes an alienation test and passes.

They encounter Winston the Maine Coon. He is a white cat. They pet him. "You pet the kitty--not like that." They also find a strange bust ("not like that").

She heads back out into the library proper and I allow for another perception test. She finds handwritten books about a certain Marsh family and determines that whoever wrote these is related to them. There is enough evidence here to get the FBI involved in an investigation of Dungeness.

(Side note: previously I remarked that Margaret has a Boston accent)

Someone's coming! Sarah is unsuccessful at concealing the books. Brooke (her wife) carefully ushers her out of the room. The staff member watches her the whole time.

Meanwhile, Mairéad investigates the trophy room. There is a gun cabinet.

Mairéad wants a gun.

She decides to throw something at the gun and picks up a (fake) skull. Failure. The skull bounces off the glass.

One of the staff rushes in and demands to know what's going on. Sarah runs in. Mairéad's player (unsure if serious) debates using a grenade to solve this problem. Sarah is attempting to diffuse the situation and usher Mairéad out (persuasion check: fail, opposed strength check: Sarah wins)

They are both kicked out of the house. Mairéad tries to go back inside through a window and is immediately caught again. Sarah waits for Brooke. Brooke does not appear.

Meanwhile, Dahlia decides to head upstairs. I inform her player that this will involve a challenge test (a series of checks with consequences for failure).

We call it for the night. I need to consult the book anyways as I can't remember doing a challenge test with this system.

Once again, I must stress that I was not mad at my players, just a little frustrated with their shenanigans. It's okay, they're on vacation.

[evereinefaust]

˚₊· ͟͟͞͞➳❥ 𝐍𝐎𝐓 𝐀𝐋𝐋

It was lunchtime. By now, a lot of students would be loitering around the halls. Some would be eating in front of their club rooms, others would be at the central plaza, while those who refuse to mingle with others would be by themselves in a secluded place. But for a particular duo, they were instead spending the rest of their lunchtime in the library.

A young man with short, peachy hair and a young woman with [h/l], [h/c] hair sat next to each other in the spacious library. Although the room may be small, it was undoubtedly not a liked place by most of the student body. That's why these two would usually hang out in the library to avoid students often coming up to them out of random. This is also their go-to location beside the student council room.

On the table in front of these two students were some books. The peach-haired male was writing something in his record book, some papers scattered next to him as his eyes darted from the notes to his writing. While the girl next to him was reading a book in silence, often stealing glances in his direction to see his progress.

"Hah..." the [h/c]-haired woman sighed, slouching over the table. Her cheeks were pressed against the wood and her half-lidded eyes were staring at her companion.

"What's the matter, [Y/n]-chan?"

A slight pout emerged on her lips. "It's been a while since our last outing... Do you think we could hang out again, Ken-kun?"

"Of course, let's inform Reiichi-kun," Ken smiled, orange eyes softening at her.

The young woman giggled, making her companion elicit a soft chuckle at her cuteness, red spreading across the boy's cheeks. After, Ken resumed his task while [Y/n] raised her head from the table and fixed her hair. Her attention then shifted toward something else that caught her eye.

Just outside the library was a group of students loitering around, some familiar heads peeking inside. The student council vice president could hear their mumbling from where they are in the library, and even notice the love-struck expression of all the girls aimed at a certain male.

She hummed, the corner of her lips curving upward as she glanced at Ken. "You're really popular, aren't you, Ken-kun?"

"What do you mean?" he asked, sparing her a confused glance.

"Look at those fangirls you have outside the library," she nudged her head in the direction of the door, proving her point. "Though I didn't expect for them to be standing around outside... I might reprimand them later..."

The peach-haired boy paused his work. His lips were pursed and his eyes fixated only on his female companion. Although [Y/n]'s words were simple in themselves, Ken was still oblivious to what she meant by that. Well, it's not like he was paying them any mind — after all, there's only one girl in the school that he's giving his full attention.

Though he doesn’t know why she said such things, his gaze followed after hers. A slight frown immediately appeared on his lips upon seeing a few male students trying to take a peek at the [h/c]-haired student council.

"There are some boys staring at you too," he mentioned, though the tone of his voice was anything but happy.

"Mhm," [Y/n] hummed, nonchalantly shrugging her shoulders as if saying that she already knew that fact before focusing back on her reading. 

Observing the [h/c]-tressed student for a few more minutes, Ken's lips sported a frown, a slight crease between his forehead. The aloof way his fellow student council member responded to his comment made his heart churn. He gazed back at the entrance to the library, still seeing more males lingering around.

"I don't like it."

[Y/n] hummed. "What is it?"

"I don't like any other boys looking at you," the male firmly said, surprising her. "Especially when it's not me or the guys in the council."

"Oh? Why's that?" a smirk played on her lips, giving him her full attention. Her [e/c] hues glinted with amusement, staring expectantly at Ken.

"I don't want you getting distracted by their stares. I want you to focus only on the important stuff."

"Well, I guess you're right," she hummed again. "Don't worry, I'll completely ignore them."

Ken's frown deepened. "That won't do. We need to move to a more secluded place so that they won't have a chance to look at you."

"Where?"

"In the council room where no one can interrupt us," he smiled sweetly, a pink blush spreading across his fair cheeks.

"Alright then," [Y/n] chuckled.

The girl then stood up from her seat. She placed a bookmark on the page she left before closing her novel. Ken also fixed the documents he was working on earlier, getting ready to vacate the library in favor of a more quiet area where watching eyes wouldn't follow them. Once they were done, they proceeded to leave the room.

"Please excuse us," the [h/c]-haired student council vice-president softly said to the crowd outside the door, showing them her sweet smile.

As expected, the male students flushed bright red upon hearing that. Most of them could only stare at her beauty, dumbfounded as they unconsciously made way for the two council members to walk through. With that, the two students stepped out of the library, heading to the council room. As soon as Ken opened the door to the council room, the noise of chatter became apparent. It wasn't loud, but it wasn't silent either.

He made sure to lock the double doors so that none of them would try to open the sliding doors to take a peek and even drew the curtains closed. Ken let out a huff of satisfaction, a smile gracing his lips. Turning on the light to illuminate the dim room, he then placed his documents on the council table, setting them aside.

[Y/n] was already seated at her usual spot, ready to return to her reading. The peach-haired male sat next to her, bringing his chair even closer.

"You're not gonna finish your work?" she puckered her lips, tilting her head in curiosity.

"I think a little bit of break would be fine," he chuckled, his expression softened as he lovingly stared at her. "Besides, I'm curious about the book you're reading."

[Y/n]'s face lit up, her eyes sparkling. "I knew you'd be interested in this soon enough~ This is a romance fantasy titled 'Dreamscape'."

"Is it related to the previous book you were reading?" he asked, pointing at the cover of the book. "The cover seems similar to the other one."

"Oh, it's because it's part of a collection. Dreamscape is the 7th installment in the Nightbringer series," [Y/n] explained, the excitement in her tone obvious.

Ken can't help but listen attentively to the girl’s excited ramblings, a permanent smile plastered on his lips. When she starts speaking about something related to literature, he finds himself captivated by it. The way her [e/c] orbs sparkle and the way her voice flows in such an elegant manner just makes him feel so warm within. The way the light bounces off her [h/c] hair made him want to reach out and caress her hair with his fingers. Even her cute smile captivated him.

The way she talked about the story she was describing, and how her nose scrunches when she gets an exciting part to explain to him... All of these things combined into something that captivated him beyond description. And now he finally has an opportunity to experience it firsthand.

Butterflies erupted from within his stomach, fluttering and flying around inside. He felt a strange warmth spread throughout his entire being, something akin to giddy laughter bubbling in his throat. He blinked a few times, clearing the sudden dizziness that had suddenly overcome him. Nevertheless, he found himself falling more and more for this particular girl.

And that's how the two of them enjoyed the remainder of their lunch chatting with each other about literature and bonding over things that they both love.

[nintendouniverse2023]

"At the city of Townsville, Blossom, Bubbles and Buttercup were once normal triplets under the care of their father Professor Utonium who would create a special formal to create a much better life at Townsville in reason crimes. One day, Utonium and his chimpanzee assistant Ape accidentally cause a mysterious black chemical (Chemical X) to land into the mixture, which causes the mixture to rapidly bubble and explode into three projectiles which hit each of the three girls who were at the wrong place at the wrong time. Each girl gains specifically colored streaks in their hair (pink, blue & green), as the chemical projectiles give the girls special powers as well as their own unique abilities. With their new powers, the three sisters take on the great responsibility of protecting their city from dangerous villains, lawbreaking criminals and other varying forces of evil, as the guardian heroes, The Powerpuff Girls!"

Blossom

Age: 15

Sexuality: Pansexual

- The Leader of the Powerpuff Girls

- Shes is the Bookworm with a short temper

- Comes up with a plan to stop the Bad Guys

- Blossom was Utonium's part-time partner of science, scene Jojo has become the villainous Mojo Jojo

- She sometimes goes all mad scientist

- She cannot stand Princess Morbucks

- Shes mostly goes to the Library in School.

- Had a HUGE crush on A young 15 year old prodigy who is talented in science, chemistry and technology "Dexter"

- Her Crossover Friends were Donatello and Snide

Bubbles

Age: 15

Sexuality: Bisexual

- The Sweetest member of the Group

- Bubbles quite a huge imagination, is talented at art, enjoys blowing bubbles and loves animals

- Close Friends with Robin Snyder

- She Befriend and redeemed Fuzzy Lumpkins into becoming their allie.

- A Fan of Anime

- She was the fashion designer. So was the one who made the outfits

- You might not like it when she get into her bad side. She brutally beated Princess Mobucks once.

- She owns her own octopus plushy named Octi, who she would sometimes bring along with her.

- Her Crossover Friends were Princess Peach, Zelda, Mara Mario *My OC*, Yoshi, Kirby and Pikahcu

Buttercup

Age: 15

Sexuality: Bisexual

- The abrasive tomboy of the girls, and acts as the group’s muscle.

- Fight First, ask questions later

- Has Anger Issues

- Also argues with Blossom sometimes

- She loves to play sports and is very prideful and egotistical about her strength.

- Loves playing fighting video games

- In a realtionship with someone *An OC who was not ready yet*

- Her Crossover Friends were Raphale, Bendy, Blitz and Knuckles

[hekate1308]

I’m not saying I didn’t like it.

Prompt: I’m not saying I didn’t like it

Fandom: Supernatural

Pairing: Drowley

Normally, Crowley’s affairs, for lack of a better word, didn’t last long – if they ever got past the first night. After one or two weeks, it was usually over.

Which was why it was so bloody confusing that he had been seeing Dean, the local librarian, Lawrence’s helpful darling and everyone’s best friend, for six months now, especially because, as everyone who knew about him had let him know, they had absolutely nothing in common.

As if Crowley didn’t know that.

But he didn’t have the time to focus on Dean and whatever they were to one another at the moment, because… well…

He had other things to deal with.

Simmons should really have known better than to let herself get taken so easily, but then, he had all the experience in the world. And now that he thought about it her real mistake had been to try and oust him in the first place.

At least she seemed to have worked alone. That was something – it meant the other members of his organization had at least the good sense to try and not die by his hand.

Which, of course, Simmons did even as she begged for her life. Pathetic, he thought as he let the gun sink. She had to have known that her actions would have consequences, and exactly the one she had just experienced.

Alright. Now to dealing with the body –

“Clean shot.”

He turned around to find Dean studying the scene in front of him.

He didn’t know what to say or do. Normally, he would have shot immediately… but… well…

This was Dean. And he happened to… happened to…

And then, for the first time in his life, his world was turned upside down.

“Oh relax, Peaches. I’m not saying I didn’t like it.“

He turned his head to stare at him. Had Dean – the kindest, gentlest soul he had ever met, the librarian who regularly arranged readings to children, the man who at least half a dozen people would call first if they needed help just said –

“It lacked a certain… finesse, I’ll give you that” he then continued simply. “Normally you’re more subtle.”

A pause. He hated to ask – he always hated to ask, no matter the topic or the person – but he had to know. “So you were aware…”

“Oh, what you do? Of course. Recognized you immediately when you came into the library. It was a lucky coincidence – I’d been wondering how to meet you properly for some time now.”

“Had you?” The thought that Dean might be an undercover police officer entered his mind, but he dismissed it immediately. No – that glitter in his eyes, the excitement in his voice – he knew those very well.

That was why Dean had never bored him.

He had found a kindred spirit without being aware of it.

He was walking towards him now – no, rather stalking, the glitter in his eyes becoming more prominent. “You see, ever since I was a kid I’ve had these… urges. To do… certain things. Only they don’t align with my values, and anyway, there was Sammy… could hardly do something that would risk leaving him alone with Dad. At least until I was old enough to solve that problem.”

So the car accident he had told him about right at the beginning of their… affair had not been an accident after all.

“He was the first, but needless to say, not the last. Always make sure they deserve it, though. And I’m not talking about the poor or the homeless or something like that –“

“So Ketch – that was you?”

He nodded. “Was fun.” He grinned. “I realized soon enough that it just wouldn’t be fair to drag someone – how should I say – normal into all of this. So since my early twenties, I’ve been looking for someone who could be… quite literally… my partner in crime. And when I figured out what you are…” he trailed off.

Crowley should perhaps have been shocked, or angry, but in fact he was impressed by the thought he had put into all of this. “And you think I could be?”

“I think you might be… intrigued by everything you just heard. And I already know you’re good in bed, and it’s not like you would go to the police to rat me out.”

His hands found Dean’s hips to draw him closer. “Intrigued is not exactly the word I would use… captivated, I would rather say.”

“Well, then… what do you propose we do, then?” Dean grinned again that boyish grin of his that would have convinced everyone of his innocence immediately, even if suspicion had ever fallen on him, which it most likely would not.

“Well, darling” he drawled. “You wouldn’t be interested in learning about the inner workings of my firm, for a start, wouldn’t you?”

[amitieos]

fodlan profile: elincia

from shadoll

PERSONAL INFORMATION

GENDER: Female AGE: 24 HEIGHT: 156cm /5'1" DATE OF BIRTH: 23rd October / 23rd of the Wyvern Moon, Imperial Year 1156 CREST/HOLY BLOOD: None CLASS: Black Eagles Professor AFFILIATION: Crimea, Tellius

BIOGRAPHY: Daughter of the late King Ramon of Crimea, Elincia was raised in secrecy, away from the court and out of the public eye. Her less than conventional upbringing fostered a uniquely humble outlook in the young Queen. Aware of her shortcomings, Elincia enterred Garreg Mach in order to learn more of the world outside her personal bubble and meet people from all walks of life in hopes of being better equipped to serve her people. PERSONAL HISTORY

1156 - Born to The Wise King Ramon of Crimea in the winter of the late King's life - As her uncle, Lord Renning, the Crown Prince had already been named her father's successor, Elincia was raised by House Delbray and her birth kept a secret from the populace. Neighbouring leaders however, knew of her existence

1174 - Start of the Mad King's War. Witnesses the death of her parents at the hand of King Ashnard during the fall of Castle Melior, she is forced to flee alone - Rescued by a mercenary company on the run from King Ashnard

1174-1175 Alongside Greil's mercenaries, defeats the Mad King and reclaims Crimea's independence - As the only known member of the Crimean royal line alive, Elincia is crowned Queen

1177 - Puts down a rebellion lead by Duke Ludveck in the Crimean Civil War

1177 - Ascends the Tower of Guidance as part of the Hawk Army. Aids in the defeat of Ashera and restoration of the petrified people of Tellius

1180 - Appoints her uncle, Lord Renning, as regent and travels to Garreg Mach to improve herself as a leader.

INTERESTS: Needlework, housework, reading and riding. LIKES: Sweets, learning new things, socialising, flowers DISLIKES: Violence, injustice, warfare, loneliness, unclean spaces. STATUS: Queen of Crimea CLOSE ALLIES: Micaiah, Byleth (Billie), Phina (Lucia, Geoffrey, Ike)

DINING HALL PREFERENCES

LIKES: saghert and cream, fish and bean soup, vegetable pasta salad, onion gratin soup, sweet and salty whitefish sauté, sweet bun trio, fruit and herring tart, garreg mach meat pie, pheasant roast with berry sauce, fish sandwich, pickled rabbit skewers, super spicy fish dango, peach sorbet, two fish sauté, gronder meat skewers, sautéed pheasant and eggs, gautier cheese gratin, vegetable stir fry, bourgeois pike, derdriu style pheasant DISLIKES: beast meat teppanyaki, grilled herring, small fish skewers, sautéed jerky, spicy fish and turnip stew, country-style red turnip plate, daphnel stew, cabbage and herring stew, fried crayfish

DINING HALL NOTES

FAVOURITE DISH ✧

"This is positively delightful! Why, I could even go for seconds!"

STANDARD DISH ✧

"Do you know what's even better than good food? Sharing it with good company, of course."

LEAST FAVOURITE DISH ✧

"This... isn't really to my tastes but I'd hate to be wasteful. Or offend the chef, I'm sure they worked very hard to cook today's meal."

WITH MICAIAH/LUCIA ✧

"It's been quite sometime since we've had the pleasure to share a meal together. Let's savour the opportunity just as much as the food."

WITH BYLETH ✧

"Ah, food tastes better when I share it with you! Speaking of which... are you planning to finish that or shall I help you out?"

TEA TIME GUIDE

FAVOURITE TEA: Bergamot, Rose Petal Blend

CONVERSATION TOPICS: a dinner invitation, a new sword technique, books you've read recently, capable comrades cats, children at the market, crimea's future, i'm counting on you, exploring the monastery, favourite sweets, likeable allies, overcoming weakness, past laughs, pegasus care, perfect recipes, reliable allies, the ideal professor, the library's collection, the opera, things you find romantic, working together, you're doing great work

TEA TIME QUOTES

GREETING ✧

"It's an honour to be invited, truly." "I'd be delighted to keep you company." "Oh, how lovely! Did you bake these yourself by any chance?"

FAVOURITE TEA ✧

"What a surprise, how did you know this was my favourite? I must learn yours so I can treat you next time."

FIVE STAR TEA ✧

"Oh my, this is rather expensive. I hope I haven't inconvenienced you in any way."

BEING OBSERVED ✧

"Do I have something on my face? Why else would you be starting so intently...?" "Ahaha, sorry. I'm not used to being gazed at in such a way. I'm admittedly a little nervous!" "Well, if you must insist on staring at me I will respond in kind! After all, I'm sure you're far more interesting than I am."

QUIPS ✧

"Ah! Oops, I think I scalded my tongue." "What a refreshing beverage!" "These sweets are delicious... could I possibly have one more?" "How have you been keeping?" "Me? Oh, I've been well! Keeping busy with my students" "How lovely..." "Thank you so much!" "Ahh, it's warm."

ENDING ✧

"Thank you so much for your time. I'd love to do this again, but please, let me treat you next we meet!"

FINAL COMMENTS ✧

(1) Do you think my students are progressing well? I hope so, they're all so talented and full of potential! ANSWER: Commend, Nod, Agree (2) I loathe violence, as did my father before him. Sadly, this sword is all I have left of him, other than the weight of the crown. ANSWER: Sip tea, Sigh (3) My pegasus was my great-grandmother's. We've been dear friends since I could walk. Perhaps that's why he's so protective of me, even to this day. ANSWER: Laugh, Chat (4) My own lack of resolve allowed Duke Ludveck to raise a rebellion and disturb the peace of Crimea. Never again can I allow such a thing to happen to my people. Not for a man who seeks only strength and power.. ANSWER: Disagree, Admonish (5) I have grown much since my time at the royal villa. Yet the more I grow, the more I'm aware of all the ways I'm still lacking. It's not such a bad thing... ANSWER: Chat, Sip tea. (6) I've made so many friends since I came to the academy! Every day is filled with new things to learn and people to meet! ANSWER: Commend, Chat (7) Selfish as it may be, I often felt quite lonely growing up. Things are different now though. I do feel blessed each day. ANSWER: Sip tea, Nod (8) I never knew such evil could exist in this world until I lost my parents. That hurt deeply, of course, but the one thing I could never forgive was the oppression of our people. ANSWER: Sigh, Nod (9) One day, I'd love to host you in Crimea! It's a beautiful country, filled with warm, generous people. Melior is renowned for it's library and academics, too! ANSWER: Laugh, Chat, Agree

MISCELLANEOUS DIALOGUE

GIFT GUIDE FAVOURITE GIFTS: tasty baked treat, floral adornment, gemstone beads, armoured bear stuffy, watering can, riding boots, monarch studies book, ceremonial sword, landscape painting, legends of chivalry, daffodil, owl feather DISLIKED GIFTS: training weight, hunting dagger, whetstone, blue cheese, pitcher plant

GIFT QUOTES

DISLIKED GIFT ✧

"Oh my... would someone else not appreciate this even more?"

LIKED GIFT ✧

"How very kind of you! You really shouldn't have."

FAVOURITE GIFT ✧

"Wow! This is truly wonderful! You must really care for me to have chosen something so carefully, thank you!"

LOST ITEMS

EMBROIDERY NEEDLE. A thin, steel needle which still has a pale orange thread attached. Likely belongs to someone skilled at housework who enjoys arts and crafts. Found: Black Eagles Classroom, by the desk PEARL NECKLACE. Of great lustre and fine craftsmanship. Likely a family heirloom of a noble or royal house. Probably belongs to someone of means who is perhaps too trusting for their own good. It might have sentimental value. Found: Dining hall BOX OF PEGASUS TREATS. High quality, delicious snacks for the most finnicky and particular of pegasi. Belongs to someone who adores animals and perhaps rides a pegasus into battle. Found: Stables

LOST ITEM QUOTES

OWNER ✧

"Bless the stars, thank you for finding this for me. I owe you a great debt for returning it swiftly!"

NOT OWNER ✧

"Ah, forgive me but that isn't mine. Perhaps I could help you find it's true owner? They surely must miss it dearly."

BATTLE QUOTES

MOCK BATTLE QUOTES

"Congratulations! You've bested me today. I'll fall back before anyone gets seriously hurt." (Byleth specific) "Heehee, you won this round Billie! Well done!"

FIRST KILL

"Taking a life is a terrible burden, one I don't take lightly. Yet the murder of an innocent is a far more heinous crime. It is unforgivable."

MONASTERY QUOTES

CHOIR PRACTICE ✧

"Heehee, I do love to sing! Though I'm nowhere near as gifted as my dear friend Leanne." "My mother was an accomplished musician. I lack her natural gift, but this does make me feel closer to her."

COOKING ✧

"It might surprise you to know but I'm actually quite a skilled cook! You're not the first to tell me that's not very princess-like, haha!" "Oh I've never made this recipe before! But I'm sure if we work together the results will be delicious." "Ah, that smell is delectable! I can't wait to let everyone dig in to this scrumptious meal."

TUTORING

INSTRUCT

BAD

"Forgive me, I lost my focus. I promise to try harder and do better next time!" CRITIQUE: "I'm sorry, you're absolutely right. I ought not waste your time." CONSOLE: "Yes! I'll definitely do better from here on out!"

GREAT

"I could not have done this without your excellent instruction." "Don't worry, I'll keep working hard. I have no intention of resting on my laurels!"

PERFECT

"Heehee, you're a great teacher and I'm a natural! We're unstoppable."

TASKS

STABLE DUTY ✧

"I love spending time with the horses, they're such graceful and gentle creatures!"

WEEDING ✧

"Let's work together and clean this area up pronto! Then the flowers can finally bloom properly."

SKY WATCH ✧

"I don't wish to boast but I am a decent flier. If you're nervous or need any tips, I'd be more than happy to help."

CERTIFICATION EXAMS

FAILED ✧

"Oh dear. It appears my efforts were inadequate. I'll make sure to study even harder for next time!"

PASSED ✧

"Wow! I didn't know I had this in me. I couldn't have done it alone."

UPDATE GOALS

FLYING ✧

"I've ridden a pegasus since I was a little girl. Soaring through the air is when I feel my most whole and free. Perhaps I could hone my skills to become more evasive and dangerous to our foes on the battlefield?"

REASON AND FAITH ✧

"I have some training in healing and faith magic already that I could improve upon but... I'd like to challenge myself. Perhaps reason lessons would help me diversify my skillset to better protect my allies. What do you think?"

SWORDS ✧

"Amiti has been passed down through House Crimea for generations. My father, admittedly, refused to use it. However, I've found that sometimes peace needs to be protected. If I can master the sword, perhaps that alone would be deterrent enough..."

AUTHORITY ✧

"I came to Garreg Mach to become a stronger, wiser leader for my people. I think studying authority would help me further such goals and allow me to aid our allies on the battlefield in new ways. Would you be willing to teach me what you know?"

LEVEL UP

0 TO 2 STATS ✧

"Small steps, however meagre, still lead one forward."

3 TO 4 STATS ✧

"The efforts of myself and my teachers have blossomed. I'm proud of this!"

5+ STATS INCREASED ✧

"To think such potential slumbered within me. I will use these talents to pave a bright and happy future for the people of Crimea."

AT LEVEL 99/ALL OR MOST STATS RAISED ✧

"I may have exhausted what I can learn on the battlefield but there is still much to be learned elsewhere. Further practice too shall help keep my skills sharp!"

BUDDING TALENT ✧

"What a joy it is to find untapped potential and let it bloom in full colour!"

NEW SKILL ✧

"I worked hard for this! Now, to put it to good use."

RECLASSING ✧

"Fascinating! I'll apply myself and learn what I can." "I will pursue mastery of this for the sake of all!" "Wow, I didn't even know I could do this! I'll do my best with this!"

BATTLE QUOTES

FULL/HIGH HP ✧

"With my allies beside me, I cannot lose!"

HALF HP ✧

"This battle is harsh and turbulent. Let us rally together and push towards victory!"

LOW HP ✧

"No... for the sake of Crimea I must push ever onwards!"

ENEMY DEALS 1 OR 0 DAMAGE OR MISSES ✧

"My swift steed deserves all the praise."

CRITICAL ATTACK ✧

"A sound thrashing for you!" "If I must, I will not err!" "I will hesitate no longer." "If you insist on violence... so be it!" "For the sake of Crimea and all I love..." "You leave me no choice. I'm sorry."

GAMBIT ✧

"I will not allow you to proceed any further. Turn back, or force my hand!"

GAMBIT BOOST ✧

"You have my aid, I pray that it is enough."

DEFEATED ENEMY ✧

"Too slow!" "You ought to have surrendered." "That's quite enough from you!"

ALLY DEFEATS ENEMY ✧

"I always feel safe beside you." "Our enemies pale in comparison to your skill and talent." "Excellent work, my friend!"

ALLY HEALS/RALLIES ✧

"Bless you, I can continue forth now." "My deepest gratitude." "I am ever by your side." "Thank you, I really needed that." "That's a great help. Let me know if you need anything." "Together we are stronger than any foe that stands before us." "It is our bonds of friendship that make us truly unbeatable."

DEFEAT QUOTE

CASUAL ✧

"Forgive me, I've over done it. I have to fall back, Crimea still needs me,"

CLASSIC ✧

"Father, Mother... I'm sorry... I wasn't strong enough to build the future our people deserve... I have failed you all..."

THE ADVICE BOX ✧

"My students are exceptional and filled with boundless potential! But I am lacking in many way, especially as a teacher. What can I do to best aid them in their personal growth?" (Answer) Be attentive and listen to their needs. They may have troubles beyond the classroom.

[novankenn]

Slightly Unhinged (879 Words)

Deep in the bowls of Beacon's labyrinth like basement, Jaune toiled away. It had been a couple of weeks since he "vanished" and while others worried and searched for him, he became a shadow. Stalking the halls after hours, nicking the items he required to do his work, to achieve his goal.

The promises of elixirs that would promote strength, agility, intelligence, vitality and vigor. It was the answer to his problems... the magic bullet that would allow him to close the chasm between himself and his peers.

/=/

Ozpin: So, still no sign of Mr Arc?

Glynda: None.

Ozpin: Have we reached out to the VPD, just in case he has gone to Vale?

Glynda : I don't feel that is necessary at this stage, considering the reports I have been getting from various members of the staff.

Ozpin: What types of reports?

Glynda: The kitchen staff are reporting missing food and drink items. They figure it's a single student raiding their larders, do to the small amounts that have gone missing.

Glynda took a glance down at her tablet to confirm some information before continuing.

Glynda: Professor Peach is also reporting missing items. Some limited quantities of dust, but more puzzling are the old chemistry and dust mixing equipment, plus some of her stocks of rare flora samples.

Ozpin: So, we have a single student missing, but also minor quantities of supplies being taken.

Ozpin leaned forward on his desk, his hands clasped underneath his chin.

Ozpin: So, if my assumption is correct, you feel Mr Arc is still on beacon’s grounds, and is helping himself to various items around the school, correct?

Glynda: I do. I understand the food stuffs, but the other items are slightly confusing.

Ozpin: I agree. What about his scroll? Have we been able to ping it?

Glynda: No. I refuse to believe that he knows how to disable the tracking software, so the only reasonable conclusion is, he’s keeping it turned off.

Ozpin: Anything further?

Glynda: Aside from the interviews conducted with the remainder of team JNPR, which you have already reviewed. Nothing.

Glynda sucked on her bottom lip for a minute, before speaking up.

Glynda: I think you made a serious mistake, Ozpin, in regard to accepting someone so ill prepared to be here.

Ozpin: Why do you say that?

Glynda: Not even considering his grades, there is the single fact of his fraudulent transcripts…

Ozpin: He passed initiation.

Glynda: Barely and only because Ms Nikos took a liking to him from their first interaction.

Glynda reached up to push her glasses up her nose.

Glynda: Though, I will admit, that he showed remarkable fortitude and ability when it came to directing others; which is supported by his leadership grades. But he wasn’t ready, and I feel the mental strain has caught up with him.

Ozpin: I see.

Ozpin leaned back in his chair

Ozpin: So you feel Mr Arc is having a mental breakdown?

Glynda: I do.

Ozpin: It’s a valid theory, but I feel, no I know, there is something else happening.

Ozpin reached up and rubbed his chin, as if in deep thought.

Ozpin: Has the review of his actions leading up to his disappearance been completed?

Glynda: Yes.

Ozpin: Highlights?

Glynda: Nothing much. Mr Winchester was abusing Jaune’s insecurities, his team interactions were strained; however there is his checking out of three books from the library almost three weeks ago. Books that have yet to be returned.

Ozpin: What were the topics?

Glynda: Alchemy, and a couple of resource books focused on identification of flora and fauna.

Ozpin: Alchemy?

Glynda: Yes. Le traité d'Ophélie sur la propriété alchimique.

Glydna frowned as she saw Ozpin’s whole body stiffen.

Glynda: Ozpin, do you know that book?

Ozpin: (sighing) You could say that. I wrote it, a few hundred years ago, and placed the only remaining copy in the stacks.

Glynda: Then it appears that Mr Arc has found it. Is this a problem?

Ozpin: Do you have a list of the items Professor Peach is missing?

Glynda said nothing, but instead pulled up a file on her tablet and handed the whole device to the Headmaster. It took him only a few minutes to review the list.

Ozpin: Cancel all classes. I want every teacher to start searching Beacon’s basement. We need to find Mr Arc like yesterday!

Glynda: Is it that serious?

Ozpin: Yes. Yes, it is. None of the recipes in that stupid book were designed with thought towards interactions with aura awakened individuals. I wrote it with the intention that its recipes would be used to assist the average person’s life…

Ozpin’s face was drawn and pale, as he dropped the tablet on his desk while rising from his seat.

Ozpin: I… I tested some of them on the aura awakened…

Glynda: Ozpin?

Glynda questioned as Ozpin looked to be shaking, while moving to grab his cane and head for the elevator.

Ozpin: Aura negatively interacts with the products. It corrupts and twists the end results. Mr Arc is in grave danger… if he is still at Beacon as the evidence suggests, the only place he could be hiding out is the basement.

Glynda: I’ll inform all the staff.

Ozpin : I just hope we’re not too late.

[popculturelib]

Patented and Improved Methods of Preserving and Canning Fruits and Vegetables, Pickling, Making of Jams, Vinegar, Cider and Unfermented Drinks: Also the Crystallizing and Candying of Fruits, etc / With Cook Book of Over 400 Pages Comprising Receipts from Celebrated Chefs of This Country and Europe (1890) by the Northwestern Publishers and Patent Right Specialists is one of our older cookbooks, and it's a hefty one of over 500 pages. The book touts itself as having the "most modern and improved methods known" for preserving food and has sourced its recipes from both the United States and Europe "at considerable cost." Note: $3 in 1890 is about $100 in 2023.

Featured here are two pages of recipes from the section on Jellies, Jams and Preserves, as well as a page from the index showing sections of recipes for sick people and for infants and children, among other topics. A transcript of the recipes is below the read more.

An interesting fact: On the copyright page for this book, there is a line that reads "As members have all pledges themselves to secrecy, they must not publish or circulate methods, or use for business purposes, under penalty of law."

The Browne Popular Culture Library (BPCL), founded in 1969, is the most comprehensive archive of its kind in the United States.  Our focus and mission is to acquire and preserve research materials on American Popular Culture (post 1876) for curricular and research use. Visit our website at https://www.bgsu.edu/library/pcl.html.

...has become considerably evaporated, test it frequently by dipping a few drops on a plate to cool; and when it jellies sufficiently remove at once from the fire. A much larger quantity of juice will be needed for jelly prepared in this manner than when sugar is used, about two quarts of juice being required for one-half pint of jelly. Such jelly, however, has a most delicious flavor, and is excellent served with grains. Diluted with water, it forms a most pleasing beverage.

Apple and Pear Marmalade

Peel seven pounds of tart apples and put them into the preserving kettle with a pint of cold water ; peel the yellow rind of four lemons, and add same to the apples. Boil it to a pulp, then squeeze in the juice of the lemons and add four pounds of sugar, and boil the marmalade from one-half to three-quarters of an hour until it has the proper "form" and seal in your glasses.

To put Fruit in Jelly.

Prepare some jelly, either from apples or oranges when boiled gins to cool stoned to the proper consistency, and add to it as it be dates, seeded raisins, pitted cherries or other small fruits.

Quince Jelly.

Clean thoroughly good sound fruit, and slice thin. Put into a double boiler with one cup of water for each five pounds of fruit, and cook until softened. Express the juice, and proceed as with other jellies, allowing three-fourths of a pound of sugar to each pint of juice. Tart or sweet apples may be used with quinces in equal proportions, and make a jelly of more pleasant flavor than quinces used alone. The seeds of quinces contain considerable gelatinous substance, and should be cooked with the quince for jelly making.

Plum Jelly.

Use damsons or greengages. Stone, and make them in the same way as for berry and other small fruit jellies.

Peach marmalade.

With a rough cloth rub the fur from sound ripe peaches. Cut them in halves, taking out the stones, and crack about half of them and take out the kernels ; pour boiling water over the kernels, and rub off the skins; then cut them lengthwise in small strips, weigh the peaches, put them in preserving kettle, and add to them three-fourths of a pound of sugar to each pound of peaches ; set on back of stove where it will heat slowly ; when it boils stir constantly and let it boil half an hour ; when it has boiled twenty-five minutes put in the kernels you have cut in strips, and boil it five minutes longer. Put the marmalade in jars, and when cold clip a white paper in brandy and lay over it and seal tight.

Crab Apple Jelly.

Wash the apples, cut them in small pieces, put them in preserving-kettle with just enough water to cover them. Set them on the stove and let them cook to a pulp ; then pour all into the jelly bag, and let the juice drain through them (do not squeeze the bag), and to each pint of juice add one pound of sugar and boil together, removing all scum, for twenty minutes, or until a little of the juice cooled forms a jelly ; when partly cooled put it in your cups, clip a piece of white paper in brandy and lay over it, and seal tight.

[optimismxmagicism]

Ewan in Fodlan!

Personal Info:

Gender: Male (transmasc) Birthday: 22nd day of the Harpstring Moon (May 22nd) Age: 14 Height: 145cm Weight: 38 KG Crest/Holy Blood: N/A Class: Blue Lions Affiliation: Gerik’s Mercenaries, Caer Pelyn

Personal History:

Magvel 791 - Was born to a wealthy merchant couple in Jehanna To protect him, Tethys took him from their home and fled. Grew up on the streets of Jehanna’s capital with his sister, Tethys.

Magvel 799 - Was found and recruited by Gerik’s Mercenaries

Magvel 800 - Started tutelage under Saleh in Caer Pelyn

Magvel 803 - Participated in the war of stones, joining Princess Eirika in her battle against the Demon King.

Magvel 805 - Received a letter of acceptance and traveled to Fodlan, joining the officer’s academy as a student of the Blue Lion house.

Interests: Studying Magic, harmless pranks, Likes: Learning, Magic experiments, brain teasers, sharing sweets with his loved ones, eating sweets, playing pranks on friends, Dancing. Dislikes: Poverty, the dark, being alone for too long, being made fun of for his height, spiders, going to bed hungry, lecherous men. Status: Student to the Great Sage Saleh and junior member of Gerik’s Mercenaries

Close Allies: in TOA: Erk, L’arachel Outside: Tethys, Saleh, Gerik, Marisa

Dining Hall Preferences

Likes: Saghert and Cream, Sweet Bun Trio, Pheasant Roast with Berry Sauce, Peach Sorbet, Small Fish Skewers, Fried Crayfish, Vegetable Pasta Salad, Onion Gratin Soup, Country-Style Red Turnip Plate, Fruit and Herring Tart, Fisherman’s Bounty, Fish Sandwich

Dislikes: Beast Meat Teppanyaki, Pickled Rabbit Skewers, Daphnel Stew, Cheesy Verona Stew, Pickled Seafood and Vegetables, Gautier Cheese Gratin.

Dining Hall Quotes

Favorite Dish

“Wow! This is seriously tasty! Do ya think they used magic to make it?”

Least favorite dish

“Uh…. I’m not hungry right now. ..what? No dessert?! Aw… okay..”

Tea Time Guide

Favorite Tea: Honeyed-Fruit Blend

Favored Topics

A place you'd like to visit / Books you've read recently / Children at the market / Cooking mishaps / I’m counting on you / Our first meeting / Past Laughs / Reliable allies / Someone you look up to / Tell me about yourself / Thanks for everything / The library’s collection / The view from the bridge / Working together / You seem well / You’re doing great work / Favorite sweets / Shareable snacks / Books you’ve reach recently / Heart-racing memories / Hopes for your future / Dreamy Knights

Tea Time Quotes

Greeting

“Thanks for the invite! I always enjoy drinking tea with a friend!”

Favorite Tea

“Ohhh, this is my favorite! Sis sometimes bought it for me as a treat!”

5 star tea

“Gosh, are you sure you wanna spend such a fancy tea on me? Well hey, thank you!”

Being Observed

“Aw, do I have something on my face again? I can wipe it off myself, I’m not a child!” "What is it? Am I just so adorable you can't look away?" "I can see the clarity in your eyes! ..That's what teacher sometimes says, hehe." "You can poke my cheek- it's soft, I promise!"

Introducing Own Topic

“I was studying before you called me here, so getting the chance to relax is so nice!” “Have you ever tried tea made from mountain herbs? It’s surprisingly sweet!” "This school is so fancy.. Kid me would've never imagined attending such a place!" "I wonder how my big sis is doing. I should send her a letter again sometime..." "You're not my first teacher, did you know that? I'm studying magic under someone else too!" "I wonder who got the idea to put leaves in hot water.. I wonder if other plants would work too..." "Hey so, I've been thinking about designing Pegasus-pulled carriages! What do you think? Doesn't that sound fun?" "The air here is so nice. So much better than dry desert air, yuck!" "There's so many pretty people here- but none are as pretty as my big sis!"

Quips

“Hm?” “Oh!” “Yeah!”

End

“Ahh.. I feel so refreshed already! Thanks so much for the tea, Professor!”

Misc. Dialogue

Gift Guide

Favorite Gifts: Armored Bear Stuffy, Board Game, Tasty Baked Treat, Gemstone Beads Disliked Gifts: Blue Cheese, Smoked Meat, Training Weight

Gift Quotes

Disliked gift

“Uhh.. Oh, here’s a magic trick! One, two, three.. and poof! It’s gone!“

Liked gift

“Oh, wowzers! Thank you!”

Favorite gift

“Whoa, is it really okay for me to have this?! I'll have so much fun with it, thanks!”

Lost Items

Doodled Tome - A beginner spell tome full of juvenile doodles, much to the original owner’s chagrin. It probably belongs to a scatterbrained mage. Location found: dormitories

Dancer’s Bracelet - An ornate bracelet usually worn by dancers outside of Fodlan. It’s held on a string, as if to be worn as a necklace. It probably belongs to someone close to a dancer who’s too small to wear it properly. Location found: library

Ribbon Staff - A healing staff decorated with flashy red ribbons, perfect for use on stage. Probably belongs to a mage that likes to show off a little. Location found: Classrooms

Lost Item Quotes

Owner

“Ooh, I was wondering where I dropped that! Thanks so much for finding it!”

Not owner

“No, that doesn’t look familiar to me. Should I use magic to figure out who's the owner?”

Battle Quotes

Mock Battle Retreat

“Owie! Aw.. I guess I still have a lot to learn after all..”

First Kill

“I.. I took on magic to protect my friends, but this is… so much blood…”

Monastery Lines

Choir Practice

“La La laaaaa~ Ehehe, surprised? I used to sing all the time with my sister!”

Cooking

“Hey, do you think this would go well with what we’re making? …no? Aw, okay.”

Tutoring

Instruct

Bad

“Huh?! What went wrong here?! Aw, boo..”

Console: “Thank you.. I-I’ll do better next time, promise!” Critique: “Yikes, that’s harsh! I was trying my best!”

Great

“Heehee, that was no problem at all!”

Perfect

“Did you see that?! Are you proud of me, Teacher?”

Praise: “Aw, shucks, I’m blushing.. keep it coming though!”

Stable Duty

“Aww, you're such a cutie, aren't you? Want a sugar cube- OW! Don't bite my hand!”

Weeding / Clearing Rubble

“Ow, my back is starting to hurt.. why don’t we take a break soon?”

Sky Watch

“W-Whoa, we’re so high up! Don’t drop me, okay Pegafriend?”

Certification Exams

Failed

“Aw, what the heck? I totally thought I nailed that one!”

Passed

“Woohoo! Do I look more like a great sage yet? Huh? Do I?”

Lecture Questions

Approach

“Hey teacher, I have a question!”

Question

“Hey so, I sometimes hear people say magic is lame and that makes me so mad! Yet when I confront them they just laugh me off and call me a pipsqueak.. how should I get rid of them?”

OK: “Just ignore them, they aren’t worth your time.” Bad: “Have you thought about bulking up a little?” Good: “Give them a demonstration! Show em who’s boss!”

Bad Answer

“Uh.. if you say so!”

Good Answer

“Yeah, I totally thought so too!”

Update Goals

Reason

“I wanna be a great sage like my teacher back home as soon as I can, which means achieving total mastery over anima magic! To that end, please help me train my reason skills!”

Faith

“I fight to keep everyone safe, but sometimes injury is unavoidable right? If I can heal everyone I can be even more helpful! So please, help me train in Faith!”

Swords

“I’m not one for swordfighting, but my sister and everyone else in the mercenary company knows how to use them! So maybe a little practice would be good, what do you think?”

Level Up

0 to 2 stats up

“Maybe I should just take it easy for a little bit…”

3 to 4 stats up

“Hey, not bad, not bad at all!”

5 stats up

“With magic like this, I’ll protect everyone!”

6 stats up

“Wahoo! I’ll catch up soon Teacher! You’ll be so proud of me!”

Upon reaching level 99

“Whoa… I’m already so strong, yet I don’t have a wizard beard… phew.”

Budding Talent

“Heehee, I’m just a treasure trove of surprises, huh?”

New Skill

“Ooh, I wonder what I can do with this!”

Reclassing

“Hehe, what do you think of this snazzy new look? Am I tough? Or adorable?”

Battle Quotes

When selected

Full/High HP

“Ooh, I’ll help!”

Medium HP

“Still got energy to spare!”

Low HP

“I’m.. a little worn out.”

Enemy Deals 1 or No Damage or Misses

“That’s all?” “Whoops!”

Critical Attack

“I’ll protect us all!” “Woo, watch me go!” “This show’s over!” “Magicaboom!” “Like a great sage would!”

Gambit

“Let’s do this everyone!”

Gambit Boost

“You can count on me!”

Defeated Enemy

“Oh! I won!” “How do ya like them apples?!” “My magic’s the best!” “Are you proud of me, teacher?”

Ally Defeats Enemy

“Wow, you were so strong!” “Heehee, don’t hog all the spotlight!” “Hey, could you teach me how to do that?”

Ally Heals/Rallies

“Feeling SO much better!” “Yay, thank you!” “Just what I needed!”

Death/Retreat Quote

Casual

“Ow ow ow OW! That was too much! Sorry guys, Time to exit… stage left..”

Classic

"Why can’t I.. move? I don’t.. Sis.. Teacher.. I’m so sorry, I completely… messed up…”

[kakusu-shipping]

*kicks down your door* ALRIGHT ALRIGHT LET’S GET THIS STARTED

First off I want the basics!! Who and what is your S/I? What’s their backstory and how did they meet everyone?

Aaaaaah!! Thankyou for your interest!!!! I go back and forth between "He" and "I" when talking about my S/I so apologies if this isn't cohesive!!!

I actually have two Mario S/Is technically,,,

One really really old one baby me made in... 2011 or so that I lightly revamped a few years ago; That post can be seen Here (bowuigi and Mariocest mentioned)

And the newer one made in part thanks to the Mario Movie finally giving me confirmed extended Mario Family outside of the Super Show, my Mario Brothers Cousin S/I is the one I'll talk a bit about.

I have a few posts about him and the rest of the Mario family floating around my art tag but to give the summery:

Emilio (nicknamed Emile) is the only son of Tony Mario and his ex-girlfriend Pauline. He is 5 years younger than Mario and Luigi, and 6 years older than their younger cousin Louisa. He's currently in collage at his mother's wishes to become a politician, but has no real interest in it. He has a pet turtle named after his favorite Pokemon Turtwig.

I'm using the movie's cool isekai plot of how Mario and Luigi got to the Mushroom Kingdom as my base, because I personally like it better than Yoshi's Island/Partner's in Time's sort of They were Always there plot, and it just is the only story we have on Mario Family and I love them they are my Familia. However Partner's in Time is canon to my S/I's later plot just in more of a Cross Dimensional adventure rather than just time travel because I love that game a lot

So I'm not plot important in the movie at all, that all still happens as it does in canon, I was blissfully unaware of their adventure sitting at home in Brookyln with the rest of the family until they came home.

After that, and after Mario and Luigi fully move out and into the Mushroom Kingdom, I start visiting them and crashing at their place often.

I have a deep fascination with Mushrooms, in both real life and in this Self Insert, so of COURSE I have to come be a biology nerd all over the Mushroom Kingdom, and the bros are happy to have me around. We're all pretty close, especially sense I'm the only family member who knows the brothers are together Romantically, and am willing to cover for them.

While in the Mushroom Kingdom I start getting interested in more than just the Mushroom Forests. I start asking about the people, and the other kingdoms, and the people in those kingdoms, so on and so forth. Mario and Luigi don't really know much aside from Evil King Bowser and his kingdom of Killers which. Bros I know he tried to kill you but that's a big sweep to make of a whole country. So we go ask the Princess for more information. But she's busy doing Princess Things.

Enter Toadsworth my beloved old man who deserved to be in this movie. Toadsworth has been the royal adviser sense before Princess Peach, so of course he knows plenty on the surrounding Kingdoms and their governments and justice systems and trade rates and all that juicy world building.

So I start getting into fantasy politics.

My S/I for this one is really smart, smarter than real me by a lot, he retains information well and makes more logical conclusions and can grasp big concepts my little dropped outta highschool pea brain can't, so he soaks up every bit of information Toadsworth gives him like a sponge.

A month or two of this goes by and I start missing my real world collage classes to run off to the Mushroom Kingdom and learn Fantasy Politics. I read every book in Peach's Library, and then everything in Toadsworth's personal collection, and then everything in the Toadtown local library, all while listening to any story or extra detail Toadsworth himself knows.

Meanwhile my poor dad, Tony, has Pauline breathing down his neck about me skipping classes to run off with those Hooligan cousins of mine to some Fantasy land doing who knows what throwing my future away. This isn't super plot important just. Pauline is a Mother Knows Best kind of parent while Also being a Hands Off kind of parent. I was raised in the Mario household, she paid for my schooling, that's the dynamic.

Anyway eventually I fully commit to dropping out of Human Collage to fully study under Toadsworth to become the Mushroom Kingdom Royal Adviser under him. I'm now doing super official stuff like helping plan events like galas and the Star Festival, I'm sitting in on meetings both with the Toad Court and with other Nations, I'm meeting with Monarchs and Politicians of other Countries on the weekly. I'm rubbing Elbows with King Koopa himself! The bros are not happy about that one but they ARE supportive

I even get my own room in the castle!! Which tends to go pretty unused because at this point I'd been sleeping exclusively in the Bro's house. Occasionally if I'm really focused on a job Toadsworth gives me I'll work overnight on it in my room is the castle, but that rarely happens because Luigi always calls me when dinner's almost ready so I can get home just as it's done, and no one can resist a Luigi home cooked meal. The few times I have stayed overnight working in the Castle Mario's ended up calling me at like 3am because he can't sleep and doesn't want to wake Luigi. Another reason I end up coming home.

Ah this is getting long I'm sorry thankyou so so so much for asking I don't think I've posted all this information cohesively yet?? Is it cohesive?? I hope so!!

Uhm but I think that's all the Basic information!! To summarize:

My S/I is Mario and Luigi's cousin, Son of their Uncle Tony and his ex-girlfriend Pauline. He's about 18-19 years old at the start of the movie

His Backstory is he's a Gifted Kid raised under a Projecting Mother who has an interest in Economics and Politics, but only for the fantasy world Mario and Luigi stumbled into

He meets everyone through becoming the Royal Adviser in training under Toadsworth, leading him to attend important meeting and Galas with high ranking figures like Princess Daisy and the Koopa King Bowser

Thankyou for reading this all if you did!! I hope it was interesting!!!! Please feel free to ask more if you'd like!!

[clamorybus]

🍑🍅🍇

i'll do this for moira since i was just drawing her! :0 though jsyk she's an oc for an overally complex phone game so somethings i say are gonna sound out there ajdkskal

🍑 [PEACH] How do they show their kindness? How kind are they truly?

in general she's very pleasant; friendly and jovial (though she's in a slump at the start of her story). but it's hard to call her "kind", y'know? she can be quite selfish and up her own ass at times. i mean, she'll jump to a friend's defence, or help her dad with chores if asked, and she's polite to waitstaff and stuff, but she tends to put herself first.

🍅 [TOMATO] How misunderstood is your OC? In-universe or IRL

hmm...i think irl a lot of people would see her as overly emotional/mopey. in reality she's trying to get over a break up; she's had depression for about a decade but her recent break up has kicked it into overdrive, so it's taking awhile to dig herself out of her slump. and both irl and in-universe she's seen as impulsive. while she can be short-sighted, she isn't really impulsive. she only makes a decision when she thinks she has all the evidence she needs, though she doesn't always think through the implications of those decisions, if that makes sense. also because she likes fashion and the color pink, some people assume she's vane and/or shallow, which is far from the truth.

the GRAPES is going under a read more because it got WAY too long

🍇 [GRAPES] What's their circle of people/their species like? What dynamic would they be called?

With friends, she kinda The Emotional Rock. tbc she's not a Mom Friend or a The Therapist, she's just the friend with the least amount of drama going on so she's safe and relaxing to hang out with. she's also not afraid to call them out when they're being jerks and help give them some prospective. she's a very grounding presence for her friends.

At home though, she's the princess lol. she's not really bratty or anything, esp now that she's an adult, it just since she's an only child she's the focus of everyone's attention. she's also indulged quite a bit and is just under the line of being spoiled. she gets along well with all her family (aside from her maternal grandma, but Nana Candela doesn't get along with most people and has been divorced from her grandfather since she was 7 so it's fine lol).

She has a special bond with each of her household members though.

She was very close to her mom growing up. Her mother, Alyson, was a hobbyist seamstress and loved dressing her Ra-Ra as nicely as she could. She'd make her her baby clothes, her pjs, her halloween costumes, etc. When Moira was old enough, Alyson would have her help in the design process, helping with the sketches, picking out fabric, etc. And she eventually taught her how to sew, both by hand and machine. This fuelled Moira's love of fashion and design, which she later went to college for. It's an understatement that she was devastated by Alyson's passing.

She's close with her father Reuben too. He's not an artistic man, but they bonded over other things. He's the one who taught Moira to read and write, and would have her practice by having her dictate or transcribe letters for him. He also had a vast library she'd peruse through, both fiction and non. Though she's a different kind of bookworm these days. Hours would be spent talking about literature and life. Moira honestly has an easier time being open with her father. These days, Benito is a busy man. For last few years he's been the sole breadwinner for the family, thus he's often away at work. He still makes sure to call and check-in with Moira every day.

Last but not least is her maternal grandfather, Eliseo. She calls him "Granpapí". Benito had to move to NYC for work 17 years ago; since it was around that time his divorce was finalized, Eliseo made the move North with the Garridos. He and Moira have been close ever since. Like most grandparents, he's more playful and easy going with Moira than he was raising Alyson. It's a family in-joke that he's more like an older brother than a granddad. He'd often entertain her with tales of his childhood in Cuba and her mother's childhood in Florida. He'd sing her nursery rhymes, and she'd sing him the English songs she learned in school. He taught her how to play dominoes, cards, and cubilete. The only being Eliseo spoils more than Moira is the family cat, Teddy.

He can be quite old-fashioned though. While he's sympathic, he can't quite grasp how her mental illness affects her. "I know she's upset but she shouldn't lie in bed all day. Why can't she get up and help around the apartment?". Plus he feels she's being dramatic about her breaking up with her girlfriend, feeling that it wasn't a real relationship (despite it lasting nearly four years). He can definetely be ignorant but he deeply loves his granddaughter. He keeps an eye on her, making sure she eats enough and showers at least once a week.

Still, he wants her out of her fog and back to her old self. He's desperate enough that he gives her the Storybook; a bizarre magical artifact his great-great-grandfather found on the beach and passed through the generations. It allows a person to travel to other dimensions, both in history and in fiction, and become someone else. You can live entire lifetimes, from youth to dying in old age, and only a few hours in your orignal world pass. It can be dangerous however, and his daughter Alyson became so obsessed with traveling (and disconnected from herself) that she ended her own life.

He figures letting Moira travel won't lead to the same end though; he used the book in his youth and didn't become addicted, and only has minimal mental scars so he thinks Moira will be just fine. And that remains to be seen

[conkreetmonkey]

He thought he could make a quick buck by burning it all down in a scheme he'd been plotting, but of course all the furniture makers and printing companies, most of them being local mom-and-pop establishments due to the communal, public-funded nature of the library, most of whom had donated their wares simply to see the library improve, said "What the fuck, you did that on purpose. How do you expect the place to run now? How insulting to our hard work!"

The founder said "Well, you see, in the contract I had you all sign when our relationship began, there was fine print that established my right to alter the agreement as I saw fit. Basically, the new deal is that, as a fee for using my real estate for your products, I want to charge you a small sum every time one of your provided replacements is used. Every time a book page is turned, the suppliers shall owe me a dime, and every time a piece of furniture is used, the builders shall pay fifty cents. Nonpayment will result in the destruction of your items"

The businessowners were outraged. "We can't afford that! And why should we pay for the right to furnish your library? If anything, it should be the other way around!"

The owner said "Hey, you don't like it, go somewhere else. A contract is a contract, and this library is mine. I am well within my rights."

And so the businessowners did just that, and left. They collectively decided to refuse to pay. None could afford it, the idea of paying for the right to do work was absurd, and the town was filled with many other clients anyway. Most had never had profit in mind in the first place, and just believed in the idea of the town having a nice library.

Once word spread, a good deal of people stopped going to the library. The place was damaged terribly in the fire, and what useable books and chairs remained were set to be removed once the fees began and would be unpaid. Shocked by the expectation to work just as well without useable shelves and their machines fire damaged, the librarians went on strike, camping out in sections of the library and disallowing access to the books they contained.

Whether it was due to the drastic loss of viewable content or solidarity with the businessowners or librarians, cardholding library members began cancelling their subscriptions. Donations ground to a halt. The library stood dead and empty.

The owner chuckled smugly, surveilling his burnt-out, all but empty, freshly egged library. "Who needs 'em? Once I get those fees rolling in and new patrons start signing up for cards, it'll be peaches and cream!"

Meanwhile, many patrons, businessowners and librarians alike entered the doors of the other, intact library directly across the street.

Over 18 years we had built up a veritable Library of Alexandria for niche knowledge exclusive to the site, only for the founder of said library to light up a cigarette and drop it on the floor on purpose

[danicadenniss]

Totally Spies 2024

Alexandra Rylee Casoy

Aliases/Nicknames: Alex, Alexis, Alexia, Soccer Girl, Girly Cousin, Big Sister, Little Sis, City Girl

Dates Of Birth: July 5th, 2010

Home: Beverly Hills, California (Born in San Diego, California)

Gender: Female (she/her)

Height: 4'9

Ethnicity: White Latina American (Irish Mexican American)

Hair Color: Light Strawberry Blonde

Eyes Color: Ocean Blue

Skin Color: Peach

Hobbies: Spending time with her friends and family included Sammie, Doing Yoga Every Mornings, Playing Soccer, Taking care of the animals including Oniky

Favorite Color: Golden Yellow, Sky Blue, Light Pink

Family Members: Carmen Casoy (father), Mauve Casoy (nèe Quinn, mother) Alexander Casoy (older brother), Oniky (pet pig), Lucia & Carlos Casoy (paternal grandparents), Elena Casoy (paternal aunt), Carlos Casoy (paternal uncle), Isabella Casoy (paternal cousin), unnamed paternal great grandparents+ Santiago Casoy+ (ancestor), Liam Quinn (maternal uncle), Cassandra Quinn (maternal uncle) Kimberly Quinn (maternal cousin), Finley Quinn (maternal grandfather), Orla Quinn+ (maternal grandmother), unnamed maternal great grandparents+ Cara Quinn+ (ancestor)

Friends: Samantha Nyah Simpsons (best friend), Kairi Hotaru Ewing, Britney May Tang

Love Insterests: Dean Dizon (crush)

Role in the team: The Middle Animal Kindness/The Faithful One

Fashion Choices: Christian, Country, Indie Clothes

Goals: To protect the world from threats, To become a country indie guitarist

Favorite Movies & Series: Branch: Troll Of The Wildglade, My Lovely Horsies

Favorite Foods: Vegetarian, Vegan, Mexican & Irish Foods, Natural Bran Muffin

Favorite Music Genre: Christian Country, Indie Pop

My version of Alexandra is a bit different from the original. The original Alexandra is a mixed between a tomboy and a girly girl. In my version of Alexandra is a country indie girly girl. For her design, I turned her into an Irish Mexican American girl, I made her hair long wavy in a braided, a high braided ponytail, ponytail, a high braided bun and low braided pigtails and a golden yellow matte lipstick, Alex is the most country indie girly girl as she wearing country indie clothes like denim skirts, denim shorts, overall dresses, overall shorts, blouses, plaids shirts, jeans, capris jeans/capris leggings, long/knees high/ankle length socks and country boots including tasting for golden yellow, pansexual pride jewelry and light pink belt with golden yellow buckle around her waist. Alex practiced three sports like cross country, soccer and track & field. She is an animal lover to caring horses, cats and pigs. Alex's family are from Ireland and Mexico, they moved to USA, also Christian while they go to church every Sunday, her father Cameron who is an Mexican American Gardner, her mother Mauve who is an Irish-American librarian by working at the school library, her older brother Alexander Casoy who is smart, innocent and kind college student at the University of California, Berkeley he showed to become the ocean at the beach and interested Marine Science, she was chosen to work for W.O.O.H.P because she resuce a newborn piglet from the rain, during the mission she don wear short sleeves golden yellow catsuit.