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sleeplesssmoll · 5 months ago

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The Timekeeper and the Warden (Reverse 1999 AU)

I know I said I was studying but this is all @blehhhhhsthings fault! They keep making me brainstorm (thank you but also what have you done lol)

I was inspired by their Mask Tk au, but I put my own twist on it since I am a twisted individual. This is the scenario:

Vertin and Sonetto never make up after the break-away event because instead of Madam Z reaching Smoltin, Manus does first. They were waiting for her because they heard rumors about a child with Storm Immunity from their inside sources. Finding Vertin as the only child left confirmed those rumors.

Sonetto never gets over Vertin. She thinks about the way she treated Smoltin and blames herself for Vertin's Reversal.

Years later, Sonetto graduates as the top of her class and becomes a field Investigator so she can witness the outside world Vertin longed for. Two years after her graduation (roughly 6 years after break-away), a Manus Vindictae Renegade waltzes through the Foundation's front door. Sonetto pins her to the ground but falters when she realizes they have silver hair. However, she can't see her face because of her mask. The voice is both unfamiliar and nostalgic (because Smoltin is grown up now) but she doesn't have time to dwell on it. The deserter doesn't resist and claims they want to stop Manus more than they hate the Foundation. She's seen the way they treats arcanists who aren't purebloods and the unnecessary violence. She wanted to escape long ago and waited for the perfect opportunity.

Constantine decides to interrogate her further, especially once she sees the special umbrella the renegade brought with her. She must be one of Arcana's pets.

Later, the renegade becomes the Foundation's Timekeeper, and Sonetto is her Warden. While the Timekeeper has flexibility within the Foundation due to her rare Storm Immunity, it's Sonetto's job to keep her in line.

The Foundation also sealed off the Timekeeper's ability to communicate by branding an arcane skill (a curse really) around her throat. She can only speak with her Warden's permission and even if she tries to be sneaky by writing or something, the markings burn red and are incredibly painful (they're triggered by intent, like the bangles on the Island that Arcana and Vertin wore in the real story). Sonetto thinks it's cruel but Constantine informs her its for everyone's safety. This deserter has a silver tongue and she plants dangerous ideas in people's heads. By limiting how much she can say and forcing her to have Sonetto nearby in order to speak, they reduce her opportunities of betrayal. Besides, she's already betrayed Manus. Who's to say she won't turn her back on them next and return with their secrets? Sonetto's whole thing is loyalty and devotion so she starts off very cold with the Timekeeper.

The Timekeeper no longer wears a Manus Hand Mask, but a monochrome Foundation mask that covers her upper face (as much coverage as Bessmert's blindfolds or 2B's mask from Nier so it covers her freckles but leaves her mouth open to eat and make smug smiles with). It completely hides her eyes but she can see better than the average person through it since it has the same enchantment as the other Investigators (the ones that completely cover their face like in the prologue).

The Masked Timekeeper does the sort of the same thing as the Timekeeper we know. She shelters "unhinged" arcanists and takes on the most dangerous missions since her people are considered dangerous and disposable. She is very protective of her crew.

However, she and Sonetto are painfully awkward.

Vertin has no idea how to interact with her former deskmate. In her mind, Sonetto was always nice enough to put up with her but actually couldn't stand her. She doesn't blame Sonetto either because she was...difficult. While Vertin is a touchy and affectionate person, she hesitates with Sonetto or changes her mind last minute.

Meanwhile, Sonetto hates this game of hot and cold she ends up in every time they interact. As much as she hates to admit it, the TK grew on her. She's kind, sincere, and never treats Sonetto like her Warden but as part of her beloved crew. They argue at times but Sonetto never uses her status as Warden to silence her. There is an odd understanding between them even if they never seem to get one another.

This Vertin was raised by Arcana instead of Madam Z. She's a smooth talker and a skilled fighter outside of her crappy arcanum. Instead of a stoic face, she smiles (like Arcana but a smug smile instead of Arcana's creepy "I dare you" one.)

As much as she says she despises Arcana, she kept the Umbrella she gave her. The Umbrella is infused with Arcana's slime and can shape-shift into many things: a shield, a sword, a cane, heck even a fishing pole (she did this to piss Arcana off but her leader found it amusing and creative). This Vertin is also completely shameless when it comes to manipulating others as a means to an end.

She finds out what you desire most and uses that against you. It's one of the reasons Constantine branded her.

"You deserve more. They can't give you that, but I can," type of persuasion. She also frustrates Sonetto by talking around her instead of answering her questions or telling her what's on her mind.

Eventually Sonetto opens up to the Timekeeper about a friend she lost long ago. She's afraid one day she'll forget her.

Vertin has no idea she's talking about her because she didn't think Sonetto thought of her as a friend, just a deskmate she was stuck with. She assumed her friend fell in battle. Lots of people were reversed too so she still doesn't connect the dots until Sonetto specifically brings up the break-away event.

Vertin's name was added to the Forbidden List and you'd be punished for saying it (like the word "Storm" before it was public knowledge). This is one of the reasons the Timekeeper took so long to put together Sonetto's still grieving for her. She's not sure how to deal with this but she doesn't know how to make Sonetto happy. All these years later and she's still a burden on her deskmate.

Some things never change.

Aaaaand that's where I decided to start writing my story from. Although, I could sprinkle this background information throughout...if I knew what I was doing anyway. Reverse did it with AS while Vertin was in a coma so I decided on a dream route.

Sonetto is so scared she'll forget Vertin, she uses AS to see her again. However, she can never remember the color of her eyes. Smoltin would lower them when she spoke to her or avoid her gaze after she found out Sonetto asked the Instructor if she could switch deskmates. That's why it was the first thing she forgot. This makes her panic!

I also want to put Yeni in this fic. She's sooo much like Sonetto but more direct and sarcastic. Essentially, what she and the TK develop is what Sonetto and the TK could have been.

Sonetto tells herself she doesn't care. She's only worried about remembering Vertin and nothing else matters–

But how come she's never seen the TK's face but Yen has!? Unfair. She's known her longer.

Sonetto hasn't realized the others have seen Vertin's face. Constantine only dictated she wear the mask on missions to represent the Foundation, but doesn't care about what Vertin does in her free time once she realizes it's THAT VERTIN. Not many people recall what Smoltin looked like since she was never in the Spotlight due to her awful grades and she was tiny. Just harder to notice in general, especially when everyone's looking down to see her. The school did their best to cover up her past since she had no family to fight for her anyway. They were her "family" since she was a month old.

Vertin finds it hard to face Sonetto so she doesn't take it off in front of her. It's easier this way. She's also still figuring things out.

Constantine's happy her little pawn returned as a more powerful piece to play with. Madam Z cries a bit when she see Vertin, the child she failed to save.

Idk what to call this au or even if it's worth naming if I don't actually do anything with it but I'm open to opinions!

#reverse 1999 #reverse 1999 au #fic ideas #this post is a fic in itself good heaven #i dont know what to do with this despite writing all this

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definesanity · 5 months ago

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Off The Shore, And Knee-Deep In The River

Please Note: This can be read in either interpretation. I am not going to say which is the correct one, for there isn't one, it's simply your choice.

Yenisei did not mind Madam Bessmert, initially.

When she was introduced to the investigation team, she kept her thoughts to herself on them; but it was Bessmert who truly caught her eye.

Because, ironically, it was her eyes that caught her own.

"If you do not mind me asking, Madam," she had asked the tall lady, "Do you need me to... help you?"

Bessmert instantly caught on, and gave a smile. "That is, if you do not mind doing so, child... ah, Енисе́й, now, correct?"

"Correct, Madam; and, remember, do not hesitate. We are here to help."

And from there, their trek began.

And Yenisei learning many of Bessmert's talents and habits.

The first, of which is the most simple to explain, is her senses other than sight being heightened. It made for interesting conversations around a campfire, as Bessmert relayed what she heard to Yenisei, who was drawing the surrounding area.

Bessmert, one day, asked Yenisei about herself.

Yenisei... did not know how to reply. Then, naturally, she thought of one: "Perhaps... I can describe myself to you?"

"That would be wonderful, thank you." Bessmert smiled often around Yenisei; the former Russian noble allowed her to relax.

"My complexion is rather pale; my eye colour is that of blue, and my hair is the length down to my knees. Oh, and it is... plain red, I believe? A desaturated red."

Bessmert hummed, taking in the information. "What an interesting appearance... while I wished I could have seen it for myself, I am comfortable with merely imagining it."

"You... were not always blind?"

The words tumbled out of the girl's mouth faster than she could hope to stop them. Even then, Bessmert did not look offended.

"No; it happened roughly a decade ago. I have gotten used to it, now."

The answer was short. But Yenisei did not press.

It was not her place to question the Madam.

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Bessmert carried many strange qualities; talking often was one of them.

Yenisei could not remember the amount of times she has watched and saved Bessmert from falling down a hill, into water, and many others.

Yenisei did not mind the talking, however. It felt nice, and Yenisei had always been a listener than a chatter.

"I smell..." Bessmert did not sniff; or rather, Yenisei did not see her do so. "...Hm, a mixture of fragrances; frosty water, oakmoss, Geranium and... ginger?"

Yenisei looked perplexed, trying to figure out where the Madam had smelled these... oh.

Yenisei then realised it was herself.

"A-Apologies, Madam, that... might be me." Yenisei was not bashful, but even then, she was glad Bessmert could not see the light red dusting her cheeks.

"Is that so?" Bessmert replied. Then, a smile appeared on her face. "Well, you certainly have a unique scent, Yeni."

Yenisei turned more red. "M-Madam?!"

It was there, Yenisei realised later, that this was when Bessmert started to refer to her as 'Yeni'.

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Yenisei still was surprised at how quickly and easily Bessmert could create a story and lie.

But what surprised her more was Bessmert's strength.

During the events of Péi City, Yenisei took to fighting. Of course, when the Beasts of Yin and Yang appeared, it was her, Bessmert and Getian fighting.

And when a shield of pure Arcane energy protected her from a bolt of thunder, she looked at Bessmert in shock.

"I can't see it... but I can sense it." she stated calmly. Like a calm wave in a tsunami, an actor from a previous stage now in a new role.

Yenisei composed herself. She won't allow any harm to befall anyone; even to the one who caused this mess.

Yet, she will have ask later...

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It felt strange, when she was a Lushu.

What made it weirder was how natural it felt, galloping on all fours. Granted, she was a Lushu, so...

She walked to the campsite, looking at the flame and the only one sitting by it.

"Madam?" Yenisei spoke gently. Bessmert's head turned to her, and she smiled.

"Ah, Yeni. Are you feeling more refreshed?"

Yenisei gave a nod, not that Bessmert could see it. "Yes. But... why are you still up?"

"I couldn't sleep." she replied simply. "That's all there is too it."

It wasn't, Yenisei could tell from a glance. Bessmert is good at hiding things. From everyone but Yenisei.

"Bessmert," Yenisei said, as the Madam looked at her quickly. "Please. You need to rest."

"..." Bessmert looked away. And then, sighed. "I... might. I might."

Yenisei looked at her. "Madam..."

"...I will, trust me."

She can only hope.

#ryuusei's works #reverse 1999 #r1999 #yenisei #reverse 1999 yenisei #bessmert #reverse 1999 bessmert

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fishareglorious · 5 months ago

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i should be doing notes to shuori. so i will.

yenisei earlier: this water aint shit

yenisei now:

im cryign she’s not having a grand old time isn’t she. tfw your teammates get turned into horses, madam bessmert bullshits her way to gain entry inside a city to get more info on them, and you think things might be going well after you meet a nice tavern owner that lets you two stay the night, but while on a walk at night some sentient wooden dolls harrass you into drinking and then a giant bird man person fucking kidnaps you. you turn into a horse later.

jiu. jiu dear. please put your priorities in order yenisei is missing.

YOU KNEW THE HORSES WERE HUMANS??? THEN WHY ARE YOU. WHATS YOUR ANGLE OLD MAN

im going to cry its. its the sacred getian fat tits drawing...............

yenisei honse...... what will she do....

huh. jiu’s responsible for the horsening?

on the same vein what does the density of jiu niangzi’s bones have to do with this😭

its obviously him thinking the wanted posters are for worship, but i’d like to think that since. he looks like that there he absolutely does not like that goofy ass depiction of him

getian. getian that is a horse.

this is such a funny lineup. cunty as fuck horse and feather man who is wanted by local authorities

oh, thats interesting. the shètí gods were his kind. and he’s the last remaining one?

There is a horse loose in the zhici. I think eventually everything’s going to be okay, but I have no idea what’s going to happen next. And neither do any of you, and neither do your parents, because there’s a horse loose in the zhici. It’s never happened before, no one knows what the horse is going to do next, least of all the horse. She’s never been in a zhici before, she’s as confused as you are. She just kidnapped Bessmert.

#reverse 1999 #playing rev 1999

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