#male apprentice x Lucio

[bomber-grl]

Main 6 - Cuddle Headcanons

PAIRING(S): Asra Alnazar x Gn!Reader, Julian Devorak x Gn!Reader, Nadia Satrinava x Gn!Reader, Muriel x Gn!Reader, Portia x Gn!Reader, Lucio x Gn!Reader

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Cuddling positions are practically never ending with Asra. They love to just be close to you and doesn’t have much of a preference.

However, there are some cuddle positions that are preferred after a long day of existing.

One of them is him laying on your chest. Usually this is your way of helping them unwind, especially when you massage his scalp and play with his hair.

Other than that, just hearing your heartbeat and feeling the rise and fall of your chest comforts them, even after all that’s happened.

Then there’s the time when he just wants to show you that he loves you.

This usually prompts them to start kissing you all over your face and you end up falling into his arms, all bundled up by the warm blankets.

Honestly overall, they just love to cuddle in bed with you and whatever position you two end up laying in

Even if it isn’t always the same position you wake up in

Also bonus points if you end up letting Faust cuddle up with you two, she does get cold sometimes yknow

Which she most likely always does end up doing

In Nadia’s route, it’s noted that there is only once bed in the shop so it’s likely Asra and you share it even when you’re not cuddling

So most times he’d fall asleep from exhaustion near you, with faust slithering on him

Probably hugs you around your waist too

And if you try to strike a “sexy” pose he’ll laugh and play along

The worst

Ofc he’s not actually the worst Lucio still exists but the way he cuddles at times is a hit or miss

Especially since most times he ends up sprawling his limbs out wherever they can, usually ending up on top of you unless you spoon him.

When it’s actually enjoyable to cuddle with him, most times he enjoys being spooned or mutual holding.

We all know how self deprecating he is so might as well show him how well he can be loved, even if you’re shorter or smaller, that’s no excuse

Just don’t mind his long limbs

Regardless of how you choose to hold him, he’ll always hold onto you back. Now on the other end of the spectrum where it’s damn near torture-

He has no regard for you- in his sleep at least

Like bro is genuinely squishing you with his limbs, and you can’t even move them because you’re trapped 💔

He probably unknowingly hogs the blanket too since he’s slipped off the bed more times than he’d like to admit and has taken the blanket with him.

He has all his weight on it, making damn near impossible to get the blanket from under him, leaving you shivering and timbering in the cold

If you’d prefer to be the one held then he’d be more than happy to 😭 just be prepared for him to be pretty flustered by being the one “in charge”

He does apologize to you when he wakes up if he’s been squishing you, etc etc though

Mother

She definitely one of the LI that are on the podium of best cuddlers. she holds you so warm and tight it’s honestly the best.

She is not the type to be all that physically affectionate, which is honestly a bummer because her hugs and cuddles are the best ever.

Often times at the end of an exhausting day as countess, she loves to spoil you and hold you in her arms.

She’s more than happy to massage your scalp or shoulders, even feeding you some fruit would be sufficient

Sleep wise, she’s as elegant as she is when she’s awake. Her hair is somehow perfect (must be the rose colored lenses talking-) and she’s not a blanket hogger of any kind

She’s really considerate even in her sleep and she’ll randomly wake up in the middle of the night and look for you

If you’re not covered by the blanket, she’ll tuck you in and go back to bed.

Either that or she’ll also hold you in her arms depending on if she believes that you want your space.

Now, if you’re more a sprawler, always falling off the bed, or just not that pretty of a sleeper she find it super endearing

She’ll literally get up from her cozy place on the bed to help you back up. Even going as far as carrying you if that’s what would be more comfortable.

Now, we all know Nadia prefers to be the one “in charge” she prefers to pamper and that’s alright.

But, if you prefer to also show her your affection that same way she’ll be more than happy to oblige- although it’ll be done with a blush.

When cuddling Muriel is super gentle and is hyper aware because of his larger stature, making him scared at the possibility of hurting you.

Which, you have to reassure him would never happen because you’d be happy to be crushed by him

With your constant reassurance and how often you tend to flop yourself on top of him, he eventually just gets used to it.

Cuddle wise, he’s usually big spoon for obvious reasons, he’ll hold you against his chest too along with Inanna being sandwiched by you both.

Again, you tend to be the one laying on him and when he chooses to sleep on his back, you’re laying on his chest and just absorbing his warmth.

I think it’d be obvious, but Muriel would also enjoy being held aswell. When you confront him with the idea he’s flustered because not only has he never considered it but he’s so touch starved.

If you have him lay his head on your chest, being held in your arms or even go as far as have him be little spoon, well his blush is out of this world.

If anything, he’s just happy that you’d want him to feel loved, as if you being around him isn’t enough

It isn’t

He’s basically beet red and he just accepts the affection ,laying there with you because again, he loves it.

Whenever/ if he tries to argue and say that he’s too big or whatever just say that you want him 🔛🔝 of you and just watch him squirm and get so flustered that he forgets

He ends up inevitably bringing it up again, so just cuddle the man

Sleep wise, Muriel is also really considerate. He tries not to take as much space and if you end up subconsciously tugging a blanket that he’s on, he’ll immediately move to give it to you.

Treat him well.

Yes, yes, yes, just yes

She’s the absolute best person to cuddle with, she’s such a cuddle bug and honestly neither of you guys have a preference most times and so it ends in just cuddling however.

Most times it’s either of you on the others chest. Mostly it’s Portia that enjoys having you rest on her and she enjoys playing with your hair or just massaging your scalp.

She’s more than happy to be the big spoon if that’s what you prefer, maybe she’d even tease you for being so “bold” as to ask.

Ironic considering that the instant that you insist on coddling her she’s flushed from head to toe.

Literally almost literally every time you two cuddle she’ll always put a leg over you.

Just a quirk of hers that you’ve noticed and a definite plus is how warm she is which causes you to cling to her.

Which definitely warrants some teasing for clinging onto her like some koala. She finds it endearing though and is definitely worth is since she ends up peppering kisses all over your face

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Is it really cuddling with Portia if you exclude Pepi? No, no it’s not

Pepi is so cute!! It’s a well known fact and she’ll always end up crawling and making her way through the bundle of blankets to rest her little self in between you and Portia.

Sleep wise, Portia is also a hit or miss 😭

She’ll either cling to you in her sleep while also being considerate so it’s not bothersome

Or she’ll sleep lazily and drool a bit, causing her to be a bit embarrassed once she finally wakes up.

The worst motherfucker to cuddle with, EVER (up to interpretation whether it’s said with love)

Not likely)

Like he sleeps in either of two ways and neither of them are necessarily the best.

The first way is him being all lovey dovey and cuddly with you while the second one makes you wish death (again) upon him.

The first one is admittedly really nice. He’s in your arms and just being the needy, clingy bastard we all know Lucio to be.

It’s not so nice because of how this doesn’t change even during the summer time. You’ll definitely end up getting a heatstroke because of him clinging onto you one day.

That’s just the first way though.

The second way is him being sprawled out all over you without a care in the world.

His limbs are so freaking heavy too, it’s not like you could escape even if you desperately wanted to.

Worst part? He steals the fucking blanket all the time

Literally refuses to let go of his weirdly tight grip on the blanket in his sleep, leaving you shivering and timbering all night.

And then he has the audacity of getting mad at you for pushing him off the bed.

Smh

That’s all i have on this fucker

[amethystasra]

Heya! So, you know that one comic about the apprentice having remnants of the plague you reblogged? My apprentice has something like that, except a little less extreme. Upon revival, she appeared healthy enough. But when Asra started having her do more and more of the same things she would do, she just couldn't. She has a very poor stamina and is unable to walk more than an hour without breaks. She used to love adventures with Asra before the plague, but now she can't do anything like that. She hasn't gained much weight either, no matter how much pumpkin bread Selasi makes for Asra to buy, and falls sick much more often. People don't exactly run away from her, but she does get stares. My question is, what would Yandere Asra do for her, knowing he brought her back only for her to still be so feeble?

I absolutely love this AU/headcanon ! I'm a huge sucker for angst

Asra would be terrified the first time he noticed it, afraid that they were still suffering from the plague and would immediately do everything in his power to try and find a cure.

He would insist on keeping them inside and doing everything for them, making sure they get enough rest.

When he notices that their condition wasn't getting better but also not getting worse, he would let them do more things on their own and take them outside more often, but he'd never let them out of his sight.

He'd make sure to take care of all the people who'd stare at them.

He'd feel intensely guilty and would never stop trying to find a cure, even if that means he'd have to make another deal with the devil. He just wants them to be safe.

Sorry this is a little short but i've been a bit busy lately T_T

Also i hope this is even going to show up cause my recent posts haven't been showing up in any tags i use so i think i might be shadow banned :/

[arcanarubinaito]

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Main Six

Asra Alnazar

Nadia Satrinava

Julian/Ilya Devorak

Muriel of the Kokhuri

Portia/Pasha Devorak

Lucio/Montag Morgasson

Familiars/Animals

Faust

Chandra

Malak

Inanna

Pepi

Mercedes & Melchior

Camio

Chimes & Flamel

Jaeger

Courtiers

Consul Valerius

Praetor Vlastomil

Procurator Volta

Pontifex Vulgora

Quaestor Valdemar

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Aisha Alnazar

Salim Alnazar

Tasya/Anastasia Devorak

Lishka Devorak

Mazelinka

Halinka (A Warm Welcome)

Khamgalai of the Kokhuri

Morga Eirsdottir

The Satrinavas

Nasrin Satrinava

Namar Satrinava

Nafizah Satrinava

Nazali Satrinava

Navra Satrinava

Nahara Satrinava

Nasmira Satrinava

Natiqa Satrinava

Gavin (The Bazar Job)

Minor Characters

Chamberlain (One of the Palace servants. Unclear if ‘Chamberlain’ is his name or his title.)

Ludovico (Palace Guard)

Bludmila (Palace Guard)

Selasi (The Baker)

Saguaro (An acquaintance of Asra’s, from Nopal)

Tilde the Leech Monger (A leech merchant near Mazelinka’s house.)

Barth/Bartholomew (Bartender of The Rowdy Raven)

Aedile Velos (Once slept in the Palace’s haunted guest room.)

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The Fool (0)

The Magician (I)

The High Priestess (II)

The Empress (III)

The Emperor (IV)

The Hierophant (V)

The Lovers (VI)

The Chariot (VII)

Strength (VIII)

The Hermit (IX)

Wheel of Fortune (X)

Justice (XI)

The Hanged Man (XII)

Death (XIII)

Temperance (XIV)

The Devil (XV)

The Tower (XVI)

The Star (XVII)

The Moon (XVIII)

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Judgment (XX)

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[localcultleadr]

My dirty little secret ( apprentice x Lucio ) 1/5

« Milady,

I'm afraid that the Count's state is worsening quite badly, more and more everyday. More than just a global physical weakness due to the plague, I fear that the isolation is eating his sanity away as he's now talking about a ghost visiting him while the nurses are away. He even gave it a name, talking about what he learnt from it and joking about how he's going to be the first one to bed a spirit.

Mistress, we can't no longer talk about a brief delirium here, it's been weeks. I would be happy to say that it's a sign of magical enlightment but on his death bed, it can only means bad news.

The end is near, Countess. At least, he doesn't seem too upset about it.

S. Marigold, Head nurse. »

Said note was laying around, forgotten on Nadia's desk, in a pile with all of her sisters that the Countess had yet to read. It wasn't that the health of her husband wasn't a concern of her but now that she was the only regent in Vesuvia she had little to no time to spend on herself, and even less for him. She would obviously inquire about his state when having lunch with the good doctor and Asra but right now, she was stuck handling political matters with the courtiers in regarding the plague that was spreading all around. She didn't have time to think about her husband when she had to make sure that Vesuvia wouldn't crumble under this curse.

The note would have to lay around a bit longer.

Lucio, for once, didn't care about the fact that his wife wasn't spending time at his side, or that Asra and Julian were avoiding him even more. Sure, he couldn't say that he didn't miss their presence but, like always, he retaliated and replaced them. At least that's how he convinced himself that he didn't need anyone right now, snuggling in his heavy blanket, shutting his eyes hard to try to forget the pounding pain in them, sign of the plague spreading.

Tears were falling along his cheeks. Not because he was sad of some sort. Not because he was alone and slowly dying with little to no hopes to ever be cured, particulary not that his doctor seemed to prefer spending time with his wife instead of working on a cure or visiting him. And especially not because he was so scared of death itself. If he was crying, it was merely a physical reaction due to the pain. At least that was how he tried to convince himself, and failing, as he was sobbing heavily against the expensive fabric of his pillow to muffled the sound.

The plague was something so far away, something that couldn't reach him before, so he didn't cared much about it. He didn't really think about the state of his population as long as he was healthy.  Now that it was no longer the case, they had to find a remedies. Some would think that on his death bed, facing hight spirit judgement and loneliness, he would show remorse even if only to save his soul, but no. Right now he could only feel despair taking over him like the crawling red that was spreading on his skin.

Before that his throughs could spiral even more, he feeled the weight of someone seating next to him and a hand lightly petting his hair. He tensed instinctly before the soothing voice of his ghosty compagnion calmed him down :

“ Come on sweetheart, don't do that to me. You know you're not pretty when you're crying.” Lucio could only snort lightly in between his sob, still smooched against the pillow. It did sound like a wet gargle but Llyr didn't seem to mind as he was stll scraching the greasy blond hair. Finally, the Count did look up from the expensive fabric he was crying into to face the small smile of the other man. Tears had stopped falling down, leaving red streak and even more red eyes behind them.

“ Here we go, all pretty... ” said Llyr before pressing a quick peck on Lucio's hair, his hands moving to his cheeks to  trace soothing circles on them. The count couldn't help but feel a little giddy under the ghost's minestration, leaning instinctly against his touch. It had been so long since he was pampered like this, getting told that he was beautiful. He signed soflty before getting back to his sense and whining :

“ I'm not pretty, I'm drop dead gorgeous.”

“ My appologies your majesty, I'm deeply ashamed of my words and my behaviour. Please let me make it to you by kissing your noble feet.” He said, his hands leaving his cheeks to bow  dramaticaly, still fully seated, his nose pressed against the blanket. While Lucio reajusted himself properly, his back against the bed frame, as Llyr was getting back up again before Lucio did said :

“ Don't get up before I'm telling you to do it. “ It was merely teasing, but he made him feel better to be in control, even if it was close to nothing especially after wailing in front of the ghost. The mere idea of the man listening to his every word, knneling in front of him made him feel all warm inside, and down there. The light warm went to a fire of his groin when Llyr did what said and put back his head where he was before, down in a somehow submissive pose.

Lucio exhaled loudly.

The rush of power nearly knocked him over. Since Llyr became a part of his everyday routine, he had to be the witness of  multiple of Lucio's mental breakdown. The count couldn't help, and even for his usual obliviousness, to feel slighty embarassed. He grasped at every bit of control he could.

Even his first meeting with the guy was him making a fool of himself by yelling and falling out of his bed when he saw the ghost sitting near his windows. If you'd ask him, Lucio would claimed that he didn't “ screamed like a fucking wimp. ” Such a big lie, would replied Llyr. Back then, the count looked absolutely terrified, like he saw death itself. It was no death but sure a dead one : Llyr died nearly a year ago and remained here as a ghost or something akin to it. For some reason, he couldn't leave the aisle Lucio was also stuck in. Finally, being stuck with each other made him something close to friend.

Lucio didn't have much information about the way Llyr died as the guy didn't talk much about it but he was exhalling an odor of burning smell that the Count had learn to like. So he must had been killed by being burned alive or something as he was a magician. For once, he didn't planed to talk about it, scared that he would scared him away as he was finding his presence soothing. He wanted to keep him all for himself. Egoisticaly, because he was a selfish man, he liked even more the idea of a person who couldn't abandon him and for whom he was the whole world. Made him feel less pathetic to hung on so much on a spirit.

That's why he was being vague when he talked about  him to his nurses, and he only did it because he couldn't shut his month. He had to talk about him to make his presence more real.

“ You can lift your head now. I think you understood the lesson. ” Llyr got back up with a knowning smile, amused and teasing in a way that was pleasing Lucio. It's been so long since anyone looked happy to see him.  

“ Thank you, Ô my master. How could I thank you for your indulgence ?  What coud I do to repay your infinite kindess.”

“ Let me fuck you ? Or you could fuck me ? ”

“ Well, at least they can't say that you're not willing to honour the dead.” The ghost looked nothing but amused, obviously not taking Lucio's request seriously. He was maybe corporeal enough to achieve such an act but the whole idea was kinda weird. “ But no, definetely not doing it.”

“ It should he an honour to bed me ! I'm the Count of Vesuvia ! Army's supreme commander !  Karnassos' hero ! best lay around here and a gorgeous being if I say so myself ! ” Boasted loudly the Count before choking on a coughting fit, supporting himself on Llyr's shoulder while the latter was doing soothing circle on his back while encouraging him to take deep breath.

It did take a few minutes for the Count to take his breath back before falling back on his pillows, each respiration a struggle. The ghost kept his hands on him, knowing how Lucio was touch starved, lightly feathery touch on his forehead, hair or on the plexus solar area. He was so fustrated by his lack of magic in this form, he would love nothing more than to relieved Lucio from the pain he was but since his death he couldn't do much more than supporting him.

It reminded him of when he was aline, when he was just an apprentice trying to save as much people as he could from the plague. He didn't save much but at least they died the most peacefully he could achieve. He would love to say that he was here until the end, motivated only by self-sacrificing generosity but it would be such a lie. Sure, he was here until the end but the reason of his presence was completely different from just plain kindness.

He was sure his time on earth after his death was a harsh punishment for trying multiple times to flee during the plague outbreak. He would face the port, thinking about how much he missed travelling, discovering new thing, practicing his magic with pleasure instead of giving the released of death to the victims who asked for it. He missed the smell of humid weather while he wandered around the forest, he missed the warm sand smell of Nopal, the freshly baked goods when it was early around the market. He wanted to go so hard.  

But everytime he caught himself back, guilt eating his guts and leaving him nauseous. He was thinking of Julian he was leaving behind, of his face when he would discover that Llyr had abandon him, of the loneliness he was letting him drown in. He came back, every time, smiling sweetly as Julian would inquire about his errand. Every time he would found a tale to tell to explain why he did leave so early.

Then, the flame, roaring in those metal caskets, like the scream of the victims would follow him on his death bed. The smell of ash overwhelming his senses.

Coming back to his sense, always shaky when the memories would flood his mind, he leaned into Lucio personnal space to hug him tightly. Even if the Count didn't notice his trouble, he would be the last to refuse to cuddle. Llyr felt a bit bad to take advantage of Lucio's loneliness to get a little bit of tenderness but couldn't help.

The bed was so big that Lucio didn't even need to move for Llyr to be able to take place next to him. The Count's head find his chest, simply enjoying the sensation of a warm body against his, the idea of kinky ghostly sex partially forgotten for now. Llyr's hand went back to Lucio's hair while he hummed a song of his birthplace, a village that he would most likely never see again.

At least, he was not alone and Lucio was not the worst person to hang around. Sure, he was brash, noisy and self-centered. Sure, his tales were a bit worrying and it seemed that he killed quite a lot of people during his time as a mercenary or during the wars he was involved in as the count and seemed proud of it.

But at least, he looked cute when he was sleeping.

[idk-spooky-stuff]

I was bored so I made an apprentice oc.

Maverick is highly confident "me-first" kind of person, but he is also curious and willing to help people around him.

he has a raccoon familiar named Bast and loves crystals and nature

he's Julian-main for sure

also I'm aware my art style doesn't fit the game, don't remind me

[collective-laugh]

Hey beby here's try number 2 x3 I have a request for the main 6 Male MC who stopped celebration his birthday, doesn't mention it or anything because it always went bad & nobody remembered it this year and what the 6 would do Much love to you

ugh this only took me a million years so sorry lol

Asra

wouldn’t push him into celebrating his birthday, but it might just so happen that the two of you do something special on or around

that’s a total and complete accident, he swears

he doesn’t particularly care for the idea of no one remembering him or his birthday, but if that’s what he wants...

Asra will remember, honestly, (probably a bit better than him, tbh)

Nadia

I think she’s used to lavish celebrations and events every birthday, and when he learns he’s intentionally hiding his birthday?

Switches into Therapist mode, worrying about what was so terrible that he doesn’t want to celebrate his own birthday

She won’t push him too hard, but she does want to establish communication between the two of them

She loves him, and wants him to feel safe with her

Julian

Drama boi makes a big deal out of smudged eyeliner, much less something as big as his lover’s birthday

He doesn’t know it? He’ll figure it out somehow. He probably, literally, just asks

Julian wants to celebrate, wants to make things better for him

He thinks that the only worthwhile birthday is a happy one, and making new, better memories is one of his top priorities

Muriel

Oh. That’s okay. He’s sorry he forgot, if he did tell him

Muriel doesn’t like to celebrate his birthday much either, but thinks that he deserves something a little...better than feeling like he wasn’t worth celebrating

Muriel might insist on something small, even if it isn’t a “birthday party”

He wants him to know that they’re...special, to him...really

Portia

Oh noooo we cannot have this. She grips him by the shoulders and is intent on making this the best birthday Vesuvia has ever seen

She knows that he deserves to have a good time - hell, everyone in and around the palace deserves a night off, and that’s how she really convinces him

It is a good time, and it’s rather small, and she’s happy that he told her

She’s a little angry that no one remembered the love of her life’s birthday, but she’s more intent on making it a night to remember

Lucio

You thought Portia was going to go all out? Oh, please, Lucio’s party is going to look like Portia’s on crack

he absolutely goes all out, decorating the venue, both of their outfits, insisting that the catering be top quality

There would be nothing but the best for his birthday boy, and he thought it important to spoil him, especially on his birthday

Have the people who forgot beheaded? Lucio sure as hell wants to.

[xxluckymisfortunexx]

Finally sketched my personal MC designs for the Main Six. This is mostly just their initial sketch and it might change later on. I'm most likely going to use these OCs for the Arcana content I would make :3

I created these MCs based on relationship dynamics possible with the Main Six

💙Asra's MC💙 (He/They)

Reserved, lowkey sophisticated, softspoken

Comes from an esteemed household and held a fond for swordsmanship as a kid

Possibly a knight who served a King in the past

Often indifferent to Asra's flirting, but internally likes it when Asra tries to tease him

Straightforward with compliments that it catches Asra off guard; he unknowingly can fluster Asra with no effort

"Giving acts of service love language;" wants to make sure Asra's needs are met and loves doting on him

❤Julian's MC❤ (He/Him)

Collective, observant, curious and "adventurous"

Possibly an adventurer who ran away from home and found his way to Vesuvia; eventually wanted to add magic to his skillset

Trust issues but doesn't show it; lowkey needs reassurance 24/7

Strong alcohol tolerance but doesn't make it a habit

His dynamic with Julian can be described as "smart separately, but shares a single brain cell when together" He's often the rational one

Closet sadist; "words of affirmation love language" he wasn't given much praise in his childhood, so it's still special to him when someone tells him that they're proud of him

💚Muriel's MC💚 (He/They)

Despite his innocent face, he has a sly charm that comes out when he's become close to someone

Possibly came from an orphanage after being abandoned as an infant and got adopted into a rich household that gave him a lot of freedom

Doesn't want to leech off of his family's wealth so he works to earn his own money; decided to depart from his hometown in search for an adventure

Carefree and outgoing enough to take Muriel out of his comfort zone

Mischievous, has a tendency to pull pranks and also a tendency to not back out on a fight when necessary; blunt and confrontational

Experimental with hair and accessories; loves to style hair

"Gift-giving love language;" loves to shower Muriel with gifts

💜Nadia's MC💜 (Any pronouns)

Tomboy ambivert with confidence that wavers each day. Can be 100%, 50%, or just not feeling it

Possibly trained and raised under a dojo as a homeless kid part of a troublesome gangster, became a blacksmith after she finished years of training, then traveled to experience the world, ending up in Vesuvia

Strong familiarity with the locals and commoner world and helps Nadia be familiarized with the street slang and operations

Very techy, likes to create and invent gadgets and applications during her free time

Can flirt back but is easily flustered with any flirtatious advances from Nadia due to being socially awkward

Has the mouth of a sailor when her friends are threatened, but is quite reserved normally

(Design of her eyes are inspired from the Egyptian mythology that had a moon and a sun as their eyes)

🧡Portia's MC🧡 (She/Her)

Kind, softspoken, easy-to-approach

Possibly raised by nuns in an orphanage; once she was old enough, she refused to pursue sisterhood and decided that she needed to experience the outside world more before knowing what she really wants to do

Charitable and loves to volunteer in community programs

Gentle physique, but is assertive when necessary; is not fond of being talked down to (which happens often because her kindness is seen as her weakness)

Motherly nature and hospitable

Often calm but can easily match Portia's enthusiasm as partners-in-crime; also a subtle flirt

Loves to tease Portia but won't admit it

Possibly helps out in an orphanage post-canon story

"Quality time love language;" wants to give and be given affection with undivided attention, values spending time with those she loves

🤍Lucio's MC🤍 (He/Him)

Dilf

Separated from his family due to a dysfunctional household; was homeless and took up different jobs to support himself

Possibly became a member of local militia in the past that had retired, then was eventually interested in magic

Organized and prim appearance, but usually doesn't last throughout the day

Caffeine addiction; can spend time in an office/his shop all day; workaholic

Resting bitch face but is actually doting to the people he cares about

Has the best praises/compliments and a surprisingly long patience

He finds Lucio's eccentric attitude refreshing and cute

"Dear" "Darling" "Love"

Should I do an MC for Valdemar? 🤔 Looking forward to drawing Arcana content with these characters. There is quite a shortage with mlm and wlw contents lmao.

I don't think I'll give them a name, or maybe I will, depends if I get the inspo someday

Asks are open for Arcana-related requests or asks!

Is the Arcana fandom dead cuz I recently just got in and I'm planning on drawing male mc content-

[beanswrites]

"The Special Tea" Asra x MC, from The Arcana

Guys, here you go, have a nice little one-shot before I do some requests!!

Fun fact: This is the first The Arcana one shot I've ever written! I found it recently (and edited it, because my God was it cringy)!

I know that I was gone for a little bit of time but hey, I'm back, and requests are open! Feel free to request anything, but check out my rules for requesting first! Or, you could also pick something from my prompts!

Also available on AO3!

masterlist | rules for requesting | prompts list

Word count: 1557 words

Trope: Fluff, Slight Angst

Pairing: Asra Alnazar x fem! MC

AU: none

Warnings: drugging (technically??), truth tea

Picture from Pinterest!

As the apprentice of the great magician Asra, everyone expects that your life is full of wonders, adventures, and magic. Well, they couldn't be more wrong. Asra never lets you come with him on his trips because he wants to keep you safe, so you get stuck in the shop.

You are in charge of running the shop and helping the customers while you wait for them to come back from their unpredictably long trips. This time, Asra wasn't back for a month. That was a dangerously long time to be away from him.

Honestly, chilling at the shop was getting pretty boring after that kind of time because there was nothing to do. You couldn't even play with Faust because the little purple python always hung around Asra's neck in his adventures.

The white-haired man would sometimes send you postcards and letters just so you know that he's okay. Julian and Portia visited every once in a while, so you couldn't exactly say you were lonely. That didn't mean you didn't miss him, though.

The winds were breezing that night, with hints of magic in the air. That usually meant a strong magician is in town, and there wasn't a better magician in the whole Vesuvia than the man you gave your heart to, Asra.

Okay, he maybe gave you his heart physically, but what the all mighty magician didn't know was that you reserved your heart for him and him only. He was indeed very handsome, incredibly smart, and would always keep you safe, which is why you started liking him in the first place. Sure, he can be annoying with his mysteries sometimes, but in all other ways, he was everything you wanted.

The clock struck 7 PM, so it was the time to put the shop's sign to 'closed' and clean the place up for tomorrow. You were exhausted since you had five tarot readings today. The brush you were sweeping with brushed every part of the wooden floor as you hummed the light song Julian has taught you in the Rowdy Raven, just like every day.

Out of nowhere, the wooden floor screeched, and you yelled out: "Sorry, we're closed!" but the person didn't seem to get the hint. The mysterious figure continued walking in, going fastly through the shop, getting close to the private part where you and Asra lived.

"Um... EXCUSE ME, but we are closed. You are welcome to come back tomorrow when we will be open" You repeated, but the shadow man kept coming forward. Somebody's deep breath echoed just a couple of meters away from you, which put shivers through your body.

Oh no.

What if it was someone who wanted to hurt you?

Or who wanted to hurt Asra?

What if Lucio came back?

These were the questions circling in your mind as you thought about what to do.

If your master was here, he would probably tell you to use your mind and let the magic flow. As he would usually tell you, you took a deep breath and grabbed a potion from the shelf that you could use to stop the potential intruder.

"Don't come closer! I have a weapon!" 

You said, but the man came into the room. Listening to your instincts, you threw the bottle onto the figure.

You didn't see much, but you figured it was a man and not an extremely large one. Maybe you could have tackled him down. Maybe he wasn't a threat. You figured out it wasn't one of your male friends, but nor Lucio, as the figure was physically a bit smaller than all of them.

Suddenly, the figure spoke.

"Ouch, MC, I know you've missed me, but you don't have to push me down! Can you please help me up?"

As soon you realized who it was, you jumped on him and tackled him with many hugs.

"ASRA!! YOU'RE BACK!!"

He laughed, and his wonderful purple eyes shined. He put his hands on your back and brought you in another warm hug, which almost made you melt right there in his arms.

"Come here MC! let's make some tea so I can tell you about my adventures and you can tell me why did you jump on me like I was robbing the store."

You blushed as you followed him into the kitchen. You grabbed a jar full of yours and his favorite herbs, but he stopped your hand and placed the jar back on its shelf.

"No, not that one today. I have a very special tea that I want you to try"

He said as he brought a small jar of purple powder back into the room. The suspicious substance smelled like lavender and moonflower. It was unlike any other tea you have seen before. Still, you would trust Asra with your life, so you let him cook tea for the both of you.

When the hot drink was finally finished, he brought it over to the table in front of you, when you noticed something strange. The only purple tea was meant for you, which means Asra only wanted you to drink it.

"Don't worry, I would never poison you, MC! I wouldn't be able to stand the fact that you're hurt." He said like he could read your mind.

Those words relaxed you a bit as you took the first sip of your tea. The feeling it gave you was warm and bright, it was magical. Suddenly, you began feeling very light and sleepy, and the last thing you remember is Asra's warm smile, as he whispered: "Sweet dreams, MC.."

You woke up the next day in Asra's bed, with no memory of what happened. At first, you were scared and very confused.

'Shit, what if we slept together?!'

That thought quickly went away as you realized that you were fully clothed in what you wore the day before. You slowly made your way from Asra's room into your shared kitchen, where you've spotted him making some kind of traditional Vezuvian dish for breakfast.

"Good morning MC, my love, did you sleep well?" He said as he stirred the dish in his pot.

A crimson shade flushed over your face at his comment.

"What do you mean Asra? Why are you calling me that?"

He laughed like what you asked him was the funniest thing in the world.

"Oh right, sorry, you don't remember... I always forget that after the truth potion you can't remember things! Why am I calling you that? Because you kind of confessed your love to me last night, MC.."

Suddenly, your anger rushed thru the roof as you realized what he said.

"Hey, that's not fair! You put me on a truth potion! You basically drugged me, Asra! Plus, how do I know you're not making this up? And care to explain why was I laying in your bed?!"

The handsome, white-haired man came closer to you and held your hands in his.

"Listen, MC, I know I shouldn't have... I just really wanted to know if you feel the same for me..? I swear I'm not making it up, I can make a vision right now just to prove it to you. And I swear, I would never take advantage of you like that, you were lying in my room because I brought you there! You were too weak to walk, and my room was the closest, so I put you to sleep there.."

You thought for a few moments before answering him. He was a jerk for making you confess everything when you didn't know what was happening, but at least he knew your real feelings, right?

"Ughhh, fine... But at least, tell me... What did I say to you? How did I confess..?"

He turned his facial expression into a huge grin, while he was going back to his meal.

"Well... I asked you how were you feeling, because you looked very funny, almost drunk, and you said you were okay. Then, I didn't want to pry too much, but then you suddenly asked me: "Heyyy, Asraaa, you wanna hear a secret??" Which I, of course, wanted to hear. Then, you told me: "Asraa, I loveee youuu". Now tell me, MC, were you telling the truth?"

You blushed spread on your ears and chest, as you looked at the wooden floor.

"Well... It was a truth potion, wasn't it..?"

Asra quietly nodded as he approached you.

"But.. Asra? How did you respond? I mean... Are you okay with me, feeling this way..?"

He grabbed your chin and slightly brought your head up so you can look up at his eyes. He stroked your cheek a few times and smiled lightly.

"MC, no star in the sky shines as bright as you... The only thing that keeps me homesick for this town is the fact that you are waiting for me... I love you too, MC, my love, and I told you that yesterday too."

Since that day, only a few things changed. Asra would still go on his adventures, but would sometimes take you with him. And when you were left in the shop, every time he came back he greeted you with a loving kiss. Now, you have completely given your heart to the purple-eyed magician, all because of Asra's special tea.

[ethanharli]

Requested: Nah.

Pairing(s): Asra x Top Male Reader

Warning(s): Some Angst, Flashbacks, Mentions of heartbreak, Sudden confession, Cliffhanger, Long, Sister Nadia.

A/n- I brought this over from my Wattpad, and I edited it a bit but this is the longest One-Shot I've ever made, just fifty words away from three thousand :")).

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A frustrated groan slipped past my lips as I fumbled with the sleeves of my costume, it may sound silly but its true. I refuse to wear anything that could reveal my torso, besides my face of course but that's only because its not covered in ink. Now don't get me wrong, the art adoring my body is nothing but beautiful, yet some of its a bit much for the public eye, and I hate attention. Guess Muriel and I are the same in that regard. After adjusting the sleeves I slipped on my rings and emerald necklace that clung tightly around my throat, which didn't bother me in the slightest bit as I drag my pierced tongue over my bottom lip. Finishing up with a few things I quickly locked up my house and headed on my way to the palace, Nadia had invited me over for the Masquerade this year since the last one ended with Lucio and the Devil trying to take over.

I really have to admire that apprentice, their magic is quiet fascinating. With a small smirk I slipped on my wolfs mask, nothing original but the black and vibrant neon of purple and green helping it stand out, even if only by the slightest. The journey to the palace was quite fun, watching people light up fireworks and drink to their hearts content without a worry in the world. Yet it was a whole new world once I entered the palace gates, making my way towards the ball room in hopes to run into my sister, but Nadia is nowhere to be found. "Should've expected as much, she is the Countess after all" I muttered with a proud smile, if only my familiar where here to keep me company but sadly having a grey wolf in this crowd isn't such a good idea, poor thing would be trampled despite her large size.

Taking a glass of wine I sipped it slowly, enjoying the bubbly feeling of it going down my throat. Yet a slither around my ankle caught my attention, and I froze at the sight of a familiar snake, looking up at me with their cute tilted head. "Friend!" Faust cheered, happily slithering up my body to rest on my shoulders, "Yes Faust, it's good to see you again" A pained smile forced at my lips, scratching softly under Faust's chin. If Faust's here then Asra and his apprentice must be close by, I should've expected as much. "Miss you" My heart tightened at the words, forcing the breath out my lungs painfully, and here I thought I could enjoy the Masquerade without running into anyone else, but I guess even an over packed Masquerade can't hide me from them. "I missed you too Faust-" My words were cut off by a familiar voice, merely a couple feet behind me, yelling for the beautiful creature wrapped around my shoulders.

"Im sorry Faust but I really should be leaving, please don't tell Asra I was here alright?" I asked as worry started to pool in the pit of my stomach, however Faust simply tilted her head, watching me curiously. Nevertheless I made a slow pace to the exit, not wanting to rise any sort of suspicion as Asra yells a bit louder. And there he is, my savior. Putting on a small smile I took a drink from a waiters tray, walking up to Julian without seeming any bit out of place, then once the right moment hit I brushed my shoulder against his and shrugged Faust onto him, not once turning back to look at them. However I knew I wasn't out in the clear just yet since a pair of eyes followed me as I left the room.

Being out in the hall felt a lot better then being so close to him. Especially when I'm not ready to face him just yet, hell I don't even think I have the power to look at him without freezing up, how stupid of me to think I could come back here. "[Y/n]?" The sound of Nadia's voice finally got me to relax a bit, letting the tension in my shoulders drop, "Hey Sis, it's been a while" I smiled down at her, watching as her eyes soften before pulling me into a tight embrace that I gladly returned. "Where'd you go? You told me that you were going to talk to Asra after what happened with Lucio and the Devil but it was only him that came back, he said he didn't know where you ran off to and when I tried to ask what happened he'd never answer!" Her crimson eyes glare up at me as they slowly fill with tears that I quickly brushed away.

"Its okay Nadi, Im back now and I plan to stay, I missed my little sister way to much to be gone for so long" I chuckled, trying to lighten up the mood even only for a second, before she looks at my costume with not very well hidden disgust. "You've really never had an eye for fashion have you?" She sighs, taking my hand and dragging me down the hall where Portia was standing. Once her eyes met mine her face lit up in realization, "[Y/n]! You're back!" She jumped up to hug me, which I returned with a ruffle of her long hair.

"Portia could you please get my dear brother to one of the guest rooms so he can change?" Nadi smiled and Portia couldn't have answered any happier, "Yes milady! Now c'mon [Y/n] lets get you a new costume!" She cheered, dragging me away by the sleeve of my shirt. Somewhere in the back of my mind I knew this wasn't going to end well, and by the time I was pushed in the room with a new set of clothing I knew I was right. The clothing was way to revealing for my liking, even though the color and fabric made me look elegant and right at home. The top exposed my arms and most of my chest, the 'V' stopping right above my waist which the pants hugged tightly, yet the rest of it was baggy except the bottom of it, which also hugged my ankles nicely.

But my tattoos and scars were out in the open. The skulls, flowers, and chains that decorate my body glowed a faint blue color, as if cheering that they were finally free from my always concealed clothing.

I didn't want to wear it, every part of my mind was screaming to tear it off but I couldn't. My sister picked this out for me and this is her party, I'll do it for her if not for myself. Sliding my mask back on I headed out the room, looking down at Portia with a nervous smile as she stared at the art in wonder, "I never knew you had these!" She pouted, looking as If I had betrayed her somehow. I could only reached out and pat her head, trying to ignore the eyes that locked onto me, "Im not very fond of them, so I always hid them, Im sorry for not telling you sooner." She merely rolled her eyes and smiled at me before realization yet again broke on her face, "I need to go tell the rest you're here! Stay put!" My eyes widened as I tried to stop her, but she was already out of reach before I could, and the slithery presence was back at my feet.

"Friend!"

Fucking hell.

At that moment I felt the fight to run away slowly drain from me, I knew I couldn't avoid him forever, no matter how hard I tried. Even so, with what resistance was left in me I headed towards the garden with Faust resting peacefully on my shoulders, and stayed put by the fountain, letting my eyes flutter shut for a mere moment.

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My palms started to sweat as I looked down into those mesmerizing lavender eyes that watched me with an amused glint, "Asra I-" The words got caught in my throat for the millionth time now, and even I was getting impatient with myself. But can you blame me? Asra looked so majestic under the moonlight, with the stars that practically glowed in his eye's, I don't think I've ever thought it was possible to feel so relaxed and intimidated at the same time.

"[Y/n], are you okay?" He asked, his voice barley above a whisper as he slowly reached up, softly brushing his fingers against my cheek. A flutter in my chest caused the chains on my body to recoil slightly, and thankfully he didn't notice the change, "No, I just can't hold it in anymore Asra" My hand clenched tightly on my sleeves, nearly causing them to rip while Asra brushed a lock of hair of of my face. "Hold in what?" He smiled, but my eyes drifted to his chest, looking where the mark on his heart is hiding, causing me to reluctantly pull away from his touch.

It was a simple friendly gesture he's always done to calm me down, to bring me back from whatever clouded my thoughts. So when I pulled away he reached out again, slower this time, as if any rushed movement would send me away. "Asra stop" He looked a bit shocked when I grabbed his wrist, but my grip was gentle, cause I'm more afraid of hurting him than anyone else. However the negative thoughts practically swallowed my mind whole as I rejected his magic from flowing into me. The mark on his chest was the only thing I could look at, cause it reminds me everyday that he gave up some of his heart for his apprentice, to bring them back. Jealousy truly is a cruel thing.

"Nevermind, it was foolish of me to think I even had a chance" I whispered with a bitter chuckle, taking a step back I crossed my arms, turning my broken gaze towards the sky. "Forget it, just go back to your apprentice, they need you more than I do" I don't know why my words came out laced in such malice and sorrow, but they did, and that seemed to earn a glare back from him. "What's wrong with you? Ever since you found out about my deal its like all you want to do is run away from me and push me away, if you have something to say to me then go ahead and say it, but do not drag them into this."

The chain around my neck tightened, slowly crushing at my windpipe as I clenched my fists and smiled softly to myself. I knew I'd regret what I did next, I knew it would weigh on me forever, I knew it would cause me much more pain then it did right then, but I did it anyway. Ill have to thank Ilya if this works, putting on my best face I turned towards Asra and scoffed, tilting my head a bit, like I usually do when pissed off, even though this is just a lovely facade. "Don't even bother, its not like you'd care anyways, would you? All you care about is that apprentice of yours, you even gave up part of your heart for them" I let the words flow, nearly letting the tears pool in my eyes when I spat them out.

"Is that really what you think?" He hissed, knuckles turning white from how tightly he was grasping his sleeves, but I didn't let myself falter under his gaze. "Asra I don't have to think it when I know its true, we've known each other since we were kids, you can't fool me" I scoffed, glaring back into his lavender eyes, keeping that gaze was a lot harder then I thought it would be. Before he could speak up I made sure to cut him off, "You love 'em, that's the only reason you'd do it right? Because you love them? Let me guess, you couldn't live without them could you?" I rolled my eyes, looking off to my left, practically feeling his breath hitch for a moment, confirming what I needed to know.

Im sorry Asra.

You don't have to forgive me.

Because I highly doubt these chains will go anywhere, I can never be free. Even with you by my side, the one person that keeps me together, the one person that I'd risk everything for.

Im so sorry.

"Just leave already, its not like you want to be here anyways right? So just leave me alone, I don't want you here."

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I don't remember much after that, but I do know he left, and I was left alone to wallow in my own despair. The chains got tighter over the year, so tight that the only thing keeping me breathing is all the techniques I've learned, and the fact I learned how to hold my breath for a long while. A few tears slip past my [E/c] eyes, that Faust happily wipes away with her tail, rubbing her face against my cheek, "Friend!" She smiles, curling against me, it felt so good to have her around again. Even if this'll be the last time.

The chains tighten a slight fraction, forcing me to hold my breath. "[Y/n]?" My body tensed at how my name rolled off his lips, it felt like a distant dream, like this isn't actually happening, but one look at him and I know its real. My god has he always looked so gorgeous? Or am I going crazy? Probably both. Once [E/c] met Lavender I knew I was done, his hairs pushed back like last year though the mask kinda looks the same, with only a few added touches, and his costume definitely gets him to stand out above the rest, just a beautiful array of bright colors clashing against his mixed skin, it hugs his figure perfectly. He looks like a god amongst the light of the fountain.

"Its me" I sighed out, reluctantly turning my gaze back to my feet. I couldn't help the surprise when he moved in front of me, placing both hands on my cheeks, looking into my eyes with such relief that I could hardly believe it. His touch sent shivers down my spine, slowly I started to breathe again as the chains retract a bit, I had clearly forgotten how revealing my clothes are, cause once the chains pulled back Asra's eyes shifted to them.  "How long have you had these?" He asked, trailing his hands down to trace the marking with a soft touch, "Asra wait-" Yet the mark appears, the same one he has, just mine glowed a faint blue in the center of my chest.

His eyes widened seeing the mark, keeping his eyes on it as if it were to attack at any moment, "You've never had chains, its always been your skulls and flowers, is it because of this? Why didn't you tell me about this?" He looked hurt, the same hurt in his eyes that he had a year ago when we last talked.

"What was your deal?"

Oh how I wanted to tell him, but the chains tightened at the thought, yet I pushed through it, Im tired of lying, I'm tired of keeping everything in, Im tired of it all, "That I couldn't be open anymore, that I wouldn't be able to speak my mind freely like I once did." A small cough ripped out my throat as a blue glow tried to burn past the chains, failing miserably. "What? Why?" He looked stunned, I don't blame him, I've always been one to speak my mind and tell everyone how I'm feeling, to be honest to myself and them without a care about what others thought.

But..

"I was scared, there's something I've always wanted to say, but I never could because I've always been so afraid about what would happen after, what if it went wrong? What if I messed up? What if I said something wrong? What if you-" My mouth snapped shut as quickly as it could, now I certainly can't avoid this, cause those lavender eyes stare at me with such intensity I might just burn away. His hands slowly moved up to my neck, letting his magic aid in pulling the chain away from my neck, allowing me to breath freely. "What about me?" He asked softly, keeping his gaze fixed on mine as my hands unconsciously travel to his hips.

I guess it's now or never..

Building what up whatever courage I had left, I pulled Asra against my chest, using one hand to push his mask out the way, before claiming his lips with mine.

[kairukitsuneo]

*Little Oopies* (Lucio x Male Apprentice OC) -9pages comic

Introducing my male OC Apprentice, Gilbert! :3 *Please read from left to right*

Oh Nooo, Not the Puppy Dog’s eyes attack!!

Gilbert forgive him since Lucio asked so nicely (no

Bonus Scene with Asra:

Thank you for reading! 💕

[alls-fair-in-pride-and-prejudice]

Writing Masterlist and Requesting Info

My Tags

My OCs: #OC Lyra (used for multiple fandoms - took on a life of her own), #Apprentice Gale (Arcana Apprentice, the first OC on this blog)

My creations (fics, moodboards, analysis, theories, etc): #alls fair creations

Gale Dekarios x Lyra Brightsong fics/info/snippits: #Weaving Constellations

Fluff Fic Requests

Carry Me Home - Imtura from Blades of Light and Shadow x MC

My Brother the Bard - Kade from Blades of Light and Shadow & MC

Ice Cream Fixes Everything - Captain Ed Mercer from The Orville x Reader

Chase the Darkness Away - Modern Day AU Aaravos from The Dragon Prince x Reader

White Rose - Ethari x Runaan from The Dragon Prince

Everyone Needs a Friend - Aaravos from The Dragon Prince x Reader

Sailing for the Horizon - Blades of Light and Shadow: Imtura and Kade discuss Reader

Spare a Moment or Two - Obey Me: Shall We Date Lucifer x MC

Other One Shots

* means link will take you to AO3

Muriel’s Strength - The Arcana Muriel x MC

Hanged-Man’s Chest - The Arcana Julian x MC

Fake it ‘Til You Make It - The Arcana Lucio character study

Like Real People Do - The Arcana Asra x MC

Who Are You, Death? - Original response to a writing prompt

I Wish a Kiss Could Do the Talking for Me - The Arcana, a ship between two fan apprentices 

Revenge Can Wait* - The Dragon Prince Aaravos x Someone Else’s Original Male Character

The Final Battle* - The Dragon Prince theoretical ending, kind of Aaravos x Orphan Queen

Loneliness is Such a Monstrous Thing* - EXPLICIT 18+ Koh (ATLA) x OC/reader written on a dare/lost bet

F8 - Baldur's Gate 3 Tav remembers a previous saved game via dream

The Astronomer and the Mage 

*** This is an ongoing Aaravos x Reader story with a few connected one shots - these links will take you to AO3 ***

The Astronomer and the Mage Part 1 (original, 18+ only!)

The Astronomer and the Mage Part 1 Alt Version (edited version sfw)

Dark Magic Has Consequences - bonus story focused on Viren

He’s More Myself Than I Am - bonus scene between Aaravos and Astronomer

The Astronomer and the Mage Part 2 - (18+ only)

The Astronomer and the Mage Part 2 SFW version - same story without the explicit elements

The Star King's Labyrinth

Aaravos x Female OC Labyrinth AU: part 1, part 2, part 3

The Snake and the Star: A Multi-Part Loki x Aaravos story

Archive of Our Own

FanFiction Net

DeviantArt

A Simple Plan Gone Wrong: Astarion x Tav BG3

Ongoing Series, lots of hurt/comfort, 18+ AO3 Link

Weaving Constellations - Gale x Tav BG3 (join tag list here)

"You're not versed in magic are you", Scholarly Discussion, The Ever-Seeing Eye, Confessions, Interlude - Friendly Advice, Magic Lesson , Silver Stars, The Wizard's Dilemma, A Light in the Darkness

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You can request short fluff written pieces or character moodboards

One-shot fanfics:

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- The main theme for my series of one shots and requests is comfort, as I think we could all use a little of that from our favorite characters right now

- As such, I’m only doing fluff for now: no lemons and no angst (except mild hurt in a h/c fic)

- I’ll do platonic and romantic character/character or character/reader, and I’ll do my best to keep it gender neutral in case of the latter. I don’t really vibe with second person writing though so I’ll be writing in first person. Edit: I feel more confident writing in second person now! So I can probably give you that if you request x reader.

- I do requests in order that they are submitted to me, with the exception of if I have done one for you before. I’ll get to it, but it will be pushed down in priority so new people can get their own comfort fics. (I’m leaving anon on and I’m trusting you guys to be honest about this. I want as many people as possible to get some love)

- Each one will be around 1000 words, give or take a couple hundred.

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- I can't guarantee I'll know the character/fandom you're talking about. If I'm not familiar, I won't feel able to fulfill your request, but I can't list out all my fandoms either because I'm sure to forget some. The only way to know is to ask, so don't be shy <3

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[vesuviannights]

Vesuviannights: Fic and HC Masterlist

Here it is! As of 16 January, 2020, this is a comprehensive list of every fic and headcanon I have posted here. 

This is sorted by type and then character. Most of if not everything I write is lemon-rated, so please be aware of that when you click through. There will also be a warning list at the beginning of any post you click on, just in case!

These are also available to read on my AO3. 

Alternatively, #writing features everything I have, both fics and headcanons, as well as mini fics I have written in response to asks.

Happy thottery! 🖤🖤

& indicates a fic that has been added since the last update (24th Nov).

Asra 🔮 

Quick Fic: Daddy Asra

Impatience Is A Virtue

Daddy Knows Best

The Instructor

Think Twice

Violet, Lilac, Wisteria, Amethyst: Part 1 and Part 2 &

Julian 🥀 

Quick Fic: Good Cook Julian

Pathetic Baby Boy

Boy Ruined

A Collection of Your Sighs

Call Forth the Raven

Delightful Dinner Debauchery

Doctor, Doctor: Give Me the News

After and Forever

House of the Slain (AMAB reader)

House of the Slain (AFAB reader)

Wax Poetic &

Lucio 👑 

My Beautiful Wicked Little Thing

You Need Only Ask

Horns Like the Devil

Beg, O Mighty One

I Slithered Here From Eden Just to Sit Outside Your Door

You Keep Me Insane, Baby

A Prayer to St Anthony, Patron Saint of the Lost

The Thing

Fox Teeth

Thirteen

What Happens in the Chasm &

Heel &

Muriel 🐺 

The Way the Light Yearns

It’s Not the Waking, It’s the Rising

The Edge

Call of the Night

Nadia 🌹

The Cherry Stem Trick

Oh Countess, My Countess

Portia 🐈 

Oh, the Ache of the Longest Journey

Valerius 🍷 

Hard to Watch

Spite of the Lamb

The Sun Kissed the Moon, And the Moon Turned Away

The Cockwarmer

Glory, Glory

Master

Nevivon Red &

The Other Courtiers 🏰 

Pathetic Little Fool (Vulgora)

Tentacles (Valdemar)

The Major Arcana 🎴

The Exchange (Hierophant)

Nameless (Devil)

The Payment (Devil) &

Misc/Random 🌥

The Count of Vesuvia, Forced to his Knees (Lucio/Valerius)

The Small Hours (Lucio/Asra)

My Apprentices, Ari & Eli ✨🌙

A Study in Ariana (Ari x Laurel x Julian x Nadia) &

Chastity (Ari x Tarek) &

Bones of the Liar (Ari x Lucio) &

Poly 🍇

Green Line Killers (Asra x Reader x Lucio)

Part 1: Caught Between the Tides

Part 2: Stars in the Firmament

Part 3: Green Line Killers

Young Gods/The Eternals (Lucio x Reader x Valerius)

Part 1

Part 2

Part 2.5

Part 3

Obedience (Reader x Multi)

Part 1 (Valerius x Reader)

Part 2 (Lucio x Reader)

Part 3 (Nadia x Reader)

Part 4 (Julian x Reader)

Part 5 (Asra x Reader x Portia)

Part 6 (?? x Reader)

Various Asra x Reader x Julian

The Angels of Dawn and the Little Death

Tales of the Reckless

The Dumb Loving the Dumb

Various Asra x Reader x Muriel

The Heat That Drives the Light

Various Lucio x Reader x Julian

Begging In 7 Different Languages

The Bet

No Pain, No Gain

The Human Resources Disaster (+ Valdemar)

All HCs can be found on #headcanons.

& indicates a hc that has been added since the last update (24th Nov).

General ☕️

MC murdering someone (Main 6) 🔪

Main 6 + courtiers as The Onion articles 

Main 6 Coordinated Strippers AU: Part 1 and Part 2

Lucio hires a shitty magician, makes Asra and MC watch

Main 6 as One Direction songs

Romantic Multi 👀💦

Reacting to a dominant/rough MC (main 6)

Filming Porn and Uploading it (Main 6)

Asra  🔮 

Asra and His Darling Devil (MC who broke bad)

Magician Asra

Just...softness

Quick Horny Asra HCs

Dom Asra, for my subby bitches &

Demon Asra HCs: here and here, as well as the whole #demonverse &

Julian 🥀 

Public Sex/Teasing with Julian

Quick Rough Dom Julian HCs

Lucio 👑 

Lucio body worshiping an insecure female MC

Quick Goat Daddy HCs

Lucio/MC first time when he gets his body back

Submissive Lucio + Bondage

Devil Lucio and his pet

Lucio’s Jersey Accent

Lucio loves ALL tiddies and here is proof

Lucio’s revenge

The Count Loves Fat Thighs (pass it on!!)

Lucio + VERY intense verbal humiliation @ reader

Lucio + an MC who plays innocent around him but is actually a little minx

Sub Lucio, for anyone who wants to see him squirm &

SnuggleSlut Lucio &

Muriel 🐺 

Riding Muriel’s Thigh

Muriel, for all my size kink and training kink babes & 

Nadia 🌹

Nadia using a strap on MC/reader &

SnuggleSlut Nadia &

Nadia using magic to give herself (and you) The D &

Portia 🐈 

SnuggleSlut Portia &

Valerius 🍷 

Soft Valerius HCs

Valerius eating out an AFAB reader

Itty Bitty Valerius Lemon HCs

Others 🌥 

Quick Soft Headcanons (Muriel/Reader/Portia)

Comforting a male MC (Julian, Lucio, Asra) &

[goldgalaxytea-fanfics]

Possessed Heart

Rating: Teen And UP Audiences

Archive Warning: No Archive Warnings Apply

Category: F/M, M/M, Multi, Other

Fandom: The Arcana

Relationship: Muriel x Reader

Characters: The Apprentice, Muriel, Morga, Vlastomil, Vulgora, Unnamed generic guards, You, Reader

Additional Tags: x Reader, Reader Insert, Reader-Insert, No pronouns used for the Reader, so anyone can read it, Female Reader, male reader, gender neutral reader, Established Relationship, Fighting, Violence, Non-Graphic Violence, Choking, The bad kind of choking, Not the good kind of choking, Hurt/Comfort, Comfort, Emotional Hurt/Comfort, Angst and Hurt/Comfort, Angst, Angst with a Happy Ending, Emotional Hurt, Magic, Magic Healing, Mind Control, Loss of Control, mind control magic, Rage, rage magic, Anger, Physical hurt, Hurt, Injury, Minor Injuries, injuries, Love Confessions, Love, Romance, Hugging, Tears, hug, Hugs, Kissing, kiss, Kisses, the reader is the apprentice, Canon Divergence, not canon, Almost Dying, Near Death Experience

Words: 2,144

Summary:

While on the hunt for Lucio - you, Muriel & Morga manage to capture and arrest his Courtiers. That is, all but one.

Fortunately you find them quickly. Unfortunately they already have something wicked planned.

Notes:

PLEASE NOTE: This story takes place sometime later on in Muriel's route. The apprentice and Muriel are in an established relationship. 

You, Muriel and Morga had already dealt with the other Courtiers. With Morga's expertise  you managed to easily track them down and then not so easily escort them back to Vesuvia. Currently the ones you had already captured were enjoying their luxurious stay in the jail cells underneath the abandoned Coliseum.

Your latest catch, Vlastomil, was standing between you and Muriel on your journey back to the city. His arms were chained but you each held one of his arms in case he tried to make a run for it (he had been a very slippery worm to catch). After that fiasco, the only one left to arrest was fiery courtier, Vulgora. You and your traveling party had come face to face with them quite a few times but each time they had always managed to avoid capture. Each time they put up a fight, the three of you barely able to over power them before they give you a smug smirk and escaped before any of you could even blink.

Luckily though you knew where they had scurried off to this time. As you reached the edge of the city, Morga caught wind of Volgora's trail once again. She muttered a quick "I'll meet you there" before bolting off the way you came from.

You and Muriel walked in a peaceful silence through the city, each of you focused on keeping your prisoner in sight and in line. However that peace quickly shattered as the Coliseum loamed in the distance. The abandoned structure casting a dark shadow onto anything it could reach, destroying any light it could find. Muriel's eyes grew dark as you crossed the threshold, his mind weighed down by terrible memories.

You hurried towards the cells, wanting to get Muriel out of there as soon as possible. It was hard for him everytime you came here. The old ruins lay empty, but to him it still held the ghosts of his past. As soon as you reached the cells the guards unlocked an empty one for you. Vlastomil let out a faint oof as you tossed him in beside the other Courtiers. You gave a quick farewell to the guards before grabbing Muriel's hand and escorted him back the way you two had came. He trailed behind you, body tense and eyes lowered.

As you came back out into the arena you turned back to check on him, your heart squeezing painfully at the sight before you. Unshed tears swam in his clouded emerald eyes. Expression blank and emotionless as he stared at something you couldn't see. It was a sunny day but the walls of the Coliseum didn't allow any of that light inside. The shadows made the arena feel colder, sadder, scarier.

Your feet instinctively took you closer to him, grabbing his other hand and rubbing small comforting circles with your thumbs. His body relaxed slightly at your gentle touch but his muscles were still too tense, his gaze still too distant. Slowly, so that you wouldn't startle him, you move your hands up to gently hold his face. Thumbs stroking across his cheeks in soft loving motions. 

"Muriel," You whispered “I-”

"What do we have here? Have the puny mortals COME TO PLAY?" A sinister voice shouted.

We quickly jumped apart. The new presence snapped Muriel out of his daze, automatically moving to stand in front of me, using his large body as a shield. While the gesture was sweet it wasn't really needed. You knew how to handle yourself in a fight pretty well by now. You moved to stand beside him instead of behind. He was clearly upset by that but didn't move to stop you. Your eyes quickly found the owner of the voice. Head tilting back as you glared at the figure atop the arena's wall. They almost looked like they were on fire, their red outfit lit up by the fiery sun shining directly down onto their back. Vulgora smiled evilly at you both.

"How are you here? Morga tracked your trail out of Vesuvia!" You shouted up at them. They only laughed, their pointed teeth flashing in the light.

"It’s not even difficult to fake a trail. Yet as you can see that stupid insect was dumb enough to fall for it." They directed their sharp smile at you specifically "Now! You will let my associates go!"

"Never!" You glared up at them, arms crossed and feet firmly planted in place.

Their smile never broke as they reached for something on their belt.

"Well in that case, I'll have to dispose of you." 

Muriel held his staff ready and you conjured an arrow in your bow, ready to fight. Vulgora’s gaze snapped to your lover, their smile growing impossibly large. They held up a bronze sword hilt straight up to the sky, flat smooth metal where a blade should rest. As the hilt touched the sunlight a fire from the smooth hilt burned and grew until it formed a fiery blade.

"On second thought… why don't you take care of them for me, scourge?" They smirked.

Before any of us could react Vulgura jumped down, impaling the fiery blade into Muriel's chest, right where his heart was. The large man collapsed to his knees, body completely still, eyes wide. Vulgura pulled the sword out, the blade once again missing. They laughed and walked off towards the jail cells. You rushed forward, a healing spell already ready but when you stood in front of him there was no wound. You quickly noticed though his eyes have fallen shut. Though what was even more concerning was he still hasn’t moved an inch, yet his body was shaking violently.

"Muriel…?" You gently held his face. "What's wrong? What did they do to you?" His face scrunched up in pain.

"Get away from me…"

"What? Why?"

"...not safe."

"What do you mean by that?" Your questions fell on deaf ears. He had stopped shaking and was deathly still. You put your magic out, searching him for what could be wrong. You felt a fire at his heart and your blood ran cold. It was dark and evil, like hellfire.

"Muriel-"

Your world spins as you were launched across the arena, slamming into the wall so hard it cracked. You blinked away spots as you watched a dark figure with glowing eyes loaming in the center of the arena. The sun behind them bright and burning. As they slowly approached you gasped. Physically it was Muriel but that definitely wasn't him. His stance was fierce, his face angry with a literal fire in his eyes. His pupils were black coals while a red hot fire burned from them. You were trapped there, in pain and shock as he drew closer. He stopped right in front of you. Face so close you could feel the heat of the flames on your face, so hot it burned. Your eyes connected, yours full of sadness and fear while his were full of hatred and anger.

"Muriel…?" You whispered. It hurt to speak. He flinched so slightly it almost seemed like it had been a trick of the light. "Please… I don't want to fight you." The flames died slightly. "I know this isn't you. They did something to you, I don't know what but I can help you, I promise that I can. You just need to calm down." You rambled on, trying to break him out of the spell but also distracting him enough to give you a minute to regain your focus so that you can heal yourself.

As soon as you stopped talking his fist raised slowly. You closed your eyes, quickly healing yourself. Your eyes shut open and you hurled your body to the side, nearly avoiding his punch. The wall where you just stood crumbled and cracked, pieces falling to the floor as dust clouded the air. You crept quietly, trying to avoid alerting him until you could figure out how to reverse whatever Vulgora had done to him. A healing spell perhaps? Probably one to reverse spells. The only problem is you didn't know the exact spell they did nor did you know how powerful their magic was. Either way it was worth a shot. You had to do something.

A nearly silent footstep behind you startles you from your thoughts. You whipped around, the spell starting to form as you were forcefully shoved to the ground. Muriel kneeled over you, his large frame holding yours in place. One of his hands held both of yours down above your head while the other held your throat. His grip was firm but it wasn't enough to hurt you or hinder your breathing. Your eyes connected with his as you desperately tried every spell you knew that could possibly help him. But each one was met with failure. Seeing that you had gone silent, his fist closed tighter. You gasped, breaths starting to become more difficult. 

"Muriel please I know you're still in there-" His grip tightened further. Tears welled in your eyes as you desperately tried to bring air into your crushed throat.

"Mur-iel" You barely choked out. Your vision faded to black and you lost track of time. Vaguely you felt his hands release you. You stayed as still as you could as your breathing evened out and your vision slowly came back. His gaze stayed on you but his eyes were wide and he was shaking violently. The fires in his eyes had shrunk and the once hellish red now glowed a sickly yellow. The spell was weakening but he wasn't free yet. Still a little out of it from almost being choked to death you could only think of one more thing to try. You slowly brought your hands to his face, softly cupping his cheeks and brought your lips to his. You kissed him with everything you had. Putting forth all the love you had for him into that one action. His shaking decreased and then stopped. Slowly he started to kiss back, hands moving to rest softly on your shoulders. After a few moments you pulled back, smiling softly at him.

"Are you okay?" His face fell at your question, the memories of what had happened making tears flood his eyes. He crawled off of you, hesitantly sitting on the ground next to you.

"You shouldn't be asking that…" He refused to meet your gaze, instead staring in horror at his hands. "You're the one who almost died…" You quickly got up, moving to hold him but he flinched away from your touch. "Stop! Don't touch me, I don't want to hurt you again…" Your heart dropped at that.

"Muriel… it wasn't your fault. You weren't in control, you were under a spell that made you do those things. You would never have hurt me if you'd been yourself." You spoke softly, your words sincere. He was quiet besides his sobs. After a few minutes he spoke, voice barely audible.

"Yes I'm okay… are you?" He finally met your eyes, tears staining his cheeks, concern and love in his eyes. You smiled softly, slowly reaching your hand out towards his face, stopping a few inches away in case he still didn't want to be touched. He closed the distance, gently leaning his cheek into your hand, eyes softly fluttering shut.

"I'm okay, thanks to you. Even with the spell you didn't kill me. It was close yes, but you stopped. You fought the spell because you didn't want to hurt me. I trust you, I know you wouldn't hurt me on purpose." You gently wiped the tears from his cheek. An action that was in vain because at your words they fell harder. He gently wrapped his arms around you and pulled you to his chest, burying his face in your neck.

"I'm so glad you're okay." He spoke softly into your ear. "I was so scared I was going to lose you." You gently stroked his hair, trying to soothe him. "The mission we're on is dangerous… something bad could happen to us any minute. I'm so scared of that happening… but I'm also scared of never telling you this if I were to lose you." His words cut off abruptly, broken by a sobbed hiccup. He spoke your name softly, his feelings clear in his voice "I… I love you."

Your own tears fell as you hugged him tighter. "Oh Muriel, I love you too." You both sat there for awhile, just crying and holding each other. Softly spoken words of comfort and affection filling the space between you. Yes the city of Vesuvia needed you, now more than ever since Vulgora had freed the other Courtiers while you were busy trying to help Muriel. But right now that wasn’t important. Right now you needed each other.

Notes:

Fun fact! This story was inspired by a dream I had. In it I was at an amusement park with Muriel and I was sitting on his lap while we were chilling on a picnic bench in a food area. A worker comes out with a sword and she holds it up to the sunlight and it gives it the power to turn people evil and be controlled by the owner of the sword. The amusement park was trying to build an army so they stab Muriel with the sword. He tries to fight it and is shaking violently. I held his face and tried to help him. He says the spell will only break if I love him and I tell him but I do love him but it's too late it's taken control and he tries to fight me but I ran away as the dream ended.

Since the courtiers each relate to one of the four horsemen of the apocalypse, Vulgora (War) was perfect for this. Since Vlastomil (Pestilence) has his disease powers and worm babies obviously everyone else should have something cool. I took elements of my dream and elements of stuff that relate to war. The sword from my dream was perfect since swords are a very common weapon of violence (plus I feel like Vulgora would love swords). I added in the fire blade because fire is a common symbol of destruction and rage. The blade of fire also came slightly from my dream since they used the fire of the sun to activate it. Also in cannon Vlastomil was able to give Lucio the ability to spread disease, so I feel Vulgora would have something similar that would cause anger in others. Hence why they stabbed Muriel in the heart, they implanted war into him. Him shaking and trying to fight it also came from my dream. Along with the softly holding his face (I couldn't not add it multiple times, he is baby uwu).

[my-complicated-pairs]

List of canon villain x heroine ships with happy endings in visual novels and video games

While the title of this list is “List of canon villain/heroine ships with happy endings”, it doesn’t contain only ships with male villains and female heroes:

-some of these ships consist of female villains and male heroes;

-there are some lgbt+ ships and polyamorous relationships here as well;

-in some of these ships both characters are villainous (or antiheroic);

-some of these characters may be seen not as villains, but as antivillains, antiheroes, antagonists or “just” criminals - in the end these definitions are fluid and some characters may be really difficult to categorise, especially if they go through a major character development or if they appear in the slice of life media;

-I included ships involving ex-villains;

-some of these ships are the examples of the enemies to lovers trope, but they don’t involve any characters, who can be categorised as villains or antiheroes.

Other notes:

-in some examples the villain doesn’t get a redemption arc and it’s the heroic character, who changes their alignment;

-in few examples the couple has a bittersweet ending, but I include them due to the fact that both characters are not dead and their relationship itself is happy/okay;

-this list was created mostly for statistical purposes (it may be used for recommendations as well, but not always) - due to it, this list includes ships that are humorous, don’t play significant role in the canon material, come from the media that are often considered to be bad or come from really obscure media;

-some ships on this list may be considered to be controversial due to various reasons, so if you don’t want to play anything potentially disturbing, don’t forget about doing research first;

-I included some pre-existing couples.

I’ll be updating this list from time to time, so feel free to suggest other examples :) - and correct me if I got something wrong (f.e. if the specific ship doesn’t have a happy ending, some characters are not villains and/or antiheroes etc.)

If the types of characters are not specified, the ship consists of a male villain/antihero and a heroine.

List of canon villain x heroine ships with happy endings in live action movies

List of canon villain x heroine ships with happy endings in live action series

List of canon villain x heroine ships with happy endings in anime and manga  

List of canon villain x heroine ships with happy endings in animation and comics (excluding anime and manga)

List of canon villain x heroine ships with happy endings in book series

List of canon villain x heroine ships with happy endings in standalone pieces of literature

List of canon villain x heroine ships with happy endings in music 

MAJOR SPOILERS BELOW. 

Due to the nature of visual novels and video games with various paths, it’s highly possible that potential villainous love interests may get very unhappy endings (which mostly means they die) on other character routes. I know how saddening it may be, so I decided to put warnings about it (sometimes about bad stuff happening to the good guys as well). Usually I don’t do so, when it comes to bad or dark endings (f.e. if a villainous love interest dies in the bad ending of some other character’s route, but survives in its good ending), but there are some exceptions to this rule.

Visual novels and otome games - not free ones (including microtransactions)

Lucio x the apprentice (male villain turned hero x female, male, or non-binary hero in the uplift ending; male villain x female, male, or non-binary hero turned villain in the reverse ending) - The Arcana: A Mystic Romance, a 2016-2021 American fantasy game by Nix Hydra (suggested by @a-cynical-dreamer-world) [note: the apprentice’s gender is customizable] [warning: aside from his own route, Lucio gets a happy ending only on Portia’s route (while he’s not mentioned in her uplift ending, it’s safe to assume that just like in her reverse ending of her route, he helps the rest of the good guys in the restoration of Vesuvia); he’s exiled from Vesuvia in the uplift endings of Nadia and Julian’s routes; he’s eternally enslaved in the demon realm by Valdemar in the uplift ending of Muriel’s route; he dies without redemption on Asra’s route and in the reverse endings of Nadia, Julian and Muriel’s routes]

Nadia x the apprentice (female hero turned villain x female, male, or non-binary hero turned villain) - the reverse ending of Nadia’s route in The Arcana by Nix Hydra

Portia x the apprentice (female hero turned villain x female, male, or non-binary hero turned villain) - the reverse ending of Portia’s route in The Arcana by Nix Hydra

Markaius x Tetrine - the canon ending of Asher, a 2014 American dark gothic visual novel by Sun Labyrinth, the first part of the Asher trilogy (suggested by an anon) [note: it’s the only part of the trilogy that’s free to play] [warning: the later installments in the series reveal that Markaius doesn’t stop being a manipulator and while he loves Tetrine in his own strange way, he’s mostly using her for his own gain; Tetrine's feelings towards him are complicated too (she rather remembers that she loved him than actually loves him) and in some non canon endings of Tell a Demon she rebels against him and may end up romantically involved with Kalevel instead] [note: the final part of the trilogy is a work in progress and it’ll be possible for them to get a happy ending]

Julius x Tell - the canon ending of Tell a Demon, a second part of the Asher trilogy [warning: Julius dies in some non-canon endings and in one of them it’s possible for Tell to end up romantically involved with Kalevel instead; Tell dies in some endings as well; one of the spin-off games, The Last of the Lords of Ice, continues from one of the endings, in which Julius dies, and it gives Tell option to have a happy romantic ending with someone else... and to reconcile with Julius] [note: the final part of the trilogy is a work in progress and it may change a lot]

Nethiil x Tell - The Last of the Lords of Ice, a continuation of one of the bad endings in Tell a Demon

Roen x Ritsuka - Dance with Devils, a 2016-2018 Japanese fantasy series

Shiki x Ritsuka - Dance with Devils, a 2016-2018 Japanese fantasy series

Urie x Ritsuka -  Dance with Devils, a 2016-2018 Japanese fantasy series (suggested by @acquiredmen)

Raze x Bright (male villain x female hero with an option of becoming a villain) - Demonheart, a 2017 dark fantasy visual novel (suggested by @javomelancholie)

Ayato x Yui - Diabolik Lovers, an ongoing Japanese vampire series  [warning: this game contains a lot of potentially triggering stuff and if you want to play it, you need to be okay with the fact that the love interests can be really awful and abusive towards Yui, at least at the beginning]

Shu x Yui - Diabolik Lovers, an ongoing Japanese vampire series

Reiji x Yui - Diabolik Lovers, an ongoing Japanese vampire series

Kanato x Yui - Diabolik Lovers, an ongoing Japanese vampire series

Laito x Yui - Diabolik Lovers, an ongoing Japanese vampire series

Subaru x Yui - Diabolik Lovers, an ongoing Japanese vampire series

Ruki x Yui - Diabolik Lovers, an ongoing Japanese vampire series

Yuma x Yui - Diabolik Lovers, an ongoing Japanese vampire series

Kou x Yui - Diabolik Lovers, an ongoing Japanese vampire series

Azusa x Yui - Diabolik Lovers, an ongoing Japanese vampire series

Carla x Yui - Diabolik Lovers, an ongoing Japanese vampire series

Shin x Yui - Diabolik Lovers, an ongoing Japanese vampire series

Kino x Yui - Diabolik Lovers, an ongoing Japanese vampire series

Visual novels featured in the Lovestruck app by Voltage Entertainment USA, an American subsidiary of a Japanese developer [warning: at this moment the game is not available anymore, but the fans work on making it available again]

[note: links lead to official descriptions, trailers or first episodes, either uploaded by the official accounts or recorded by fans preserving the game content] 

Astraeus x main character (male villain x female hero turned villain) - Astoria: Fate’s Kiss and Astoria: Lost Kisses, 2015 & 2018 fantasy games (suggested by a-cynical-dreamer-world) [note: Lost Kisses cover events happening between the first and the second season of Fate’s Kiss and it’s very recommendable to read them, when you play Astraeus’s route] [note: before picking the first season of Astraeus’s route in Fate’s Kiss, you need to go through first two seasons of Hades’s route in this game (you don’t need to read Hades’s seasons in Lost Kisses, cause in his case it’s simply a filler arc and it creates some canon discontinuity on his route)]

Selene x Orthrus (female villain x male hero) - Hades’s route in Astoria: Fate’s Kiss

Prime x Charybdis (female villain x female antihero/hero) - Medusa’s route option for Burst with Pride, an Astoria: Fate’s Kiss side story [note: non-playable characters]

Special mention to Euryale x main character (female villain x female hero), Pallas x main character and Helios x main character - they were considered as possible new routes for this series, but unfortunately in the end they weren’t started!

Lavinia x female main character (female villain x female hero) - Ever After Academy, a 2020 fantasy game [note: an unfinished route]

Antonio x main character - Havenfall is for Lovers, a 2017 horror/fantasy game (suggested by a-cynical-dreamer-world)

Vanessa x Liliane (female antagonist/villain x female villain) - Antonio’s route in Havenfall Is for Lovers [note: Vanessa is an antagonist/villain on Diego’s route and Liliane is a villain on Mackenzie’s route]

Vanessa x main character (female antagonist/villain x female hero) - Havenfall is for Lovers 

Diego x main character (male ex-villain x female hero) - Havenfall is for Lovers [note: they’re also mentioned as a couple on Duke’s route in Villainous Nights]

Gwen x Grace (female villain x female hero) - (Mackenzie’s route in) Havenfall is for Lovers [note: non-playable characters] [note: these two are an endgame couple on all routes, but Gwen starts as a villain only on Mackenzie’s route]

Damien x Annabelle (male villain x female villain) - Mackenzie’s route in Havenfall is for Lovers [note: non-playable characters; both of them were considered as possible new love interests for the main character on their own routes, but in the end nothing came out of this]

Special mention to Annabelle x main character (female villain x female hero), Liliane x main character (female villain x female hero), Dracula x main character, Jonas x main character, Victor x main character and Damien x main character - they were considered as possible new routes for this series, but unfortunately in the end they weren’t started!

Rafe x female main character (male ex-villain x female hero) - Immortal Heart Society, a 2021 fantasy game [note: an unfinished route]

Special mention to Rafe x male main character (male (ex-)villain x male hero) - it’s considered as a possible new route for this series, but unfortunately in the end it wasn’t started!

Helena x main character (female villain x female hero) - Love & Legends, a 2017 high fantasy game (suggested by a-cynical-dreamer-world)

Alain x main character (male villain x female hero/ex-villain) - Love & Legends (suggested by a-cynical-dreamer-world) [note: the main character’s heroic/villainous status differs on various routes - on other character routes she’s simply a heroine] [note: Alain and the main character appear as a romantic couple on one of the posters in Grace’s room in all Havenfall Is for Lovers routes - usually it’s hidden behind Grace’s back] [warning: Alain survives only on his own route; on Saerys’s route he gets redemption through death; on August, Altea, Reiner, Iseul and Helena’s routes he dies without redemption (in Helena’s case, he dies shortly after he starts showing redeeming qualities and spares her life)]

Special mention to Jinhai x main character - it was considered as a possible new route for this series, but unfortunately in the end it wasn’t started!

Casimir x Benoit (male villain x male hero) - Nikolai’s route in Queen of Thieves, a 2019 crime/action game

Special mention to Tristan x main character and Thea x main character (female villain x female hero) in Reigning Passions, a 2019 high fantasy game - they were considered as possible new routes for this series, but unfortunately in the end they weren’t started!

Yvette x main character (female villain x female hero) - Sin With Me, a 2019 action/fantasy game (suggested by a-cynical-dreamer-world)

Special mention to Vinca x main character (female villain x female hero), Nero/Kozholok x main character and Lazareth x main character - they were considered as possible new routes for this series, but unfortunately in the end they weren’t started!

Antares x engineer aka human main character - Starship Promise, a 2017 sci-fi game (suggested by a-cynical-dreamer-world)

Corvus x his unnamed wife (the pre-existing couple) - Antares’s route for engineer aka human main character in Starship Promise

Zhora x engineer aka human main character (female villain x female hero) - Starship Promise (suggested by a-cynical-dreamer-world)

Tyrian x engineer aka human main character - Starship Promise [note: an unfinished route]

Antares x private investigator aka alien main character - Starship Promise spinoff [note: an unfinished route]

Special mention to Gamma x one of the main characters (non-binary villain x female hero), Corvus x one of the main characters, Tyberius x one of the main characters, Evander x one of the main characters and Beta x one of the main characters - they were considered as possible new routes for this series, but unfortunately in the end they weren’t started!

Lucien x human main character (male ex-villain/antihero x female hero) - Sweet Enchantments, a 2018 fantasy/slice of life series

Runa x human main character (female ex-villain/antihero x female hero) - Sweet Enchantments

Special mention to Axia x one of the main characters (female villain x female hero), Kamila x one of the main characters (female villain x female hero), Elyscia x one of the main characters (female antagonist x female hero), Cyril x one of the main characters (male ex-villain/antihero x female hero) and Aristeo x one of the main characters - they were considered as possible new routes for this series, but unfortunately in the end they weren’t started!

Renzei/Falcon x Monarch - Villainous Nights, a 2018 action/sci-fi game (suggested by a-cynical-dreamer-world)

Lorelei/Badger x Monarch (female ex-villain x female hero) - Villainous Nights (suggested by a-cynical-dreamer-world)

Special mention to Scarlet x Monarch (female villain x female hero), Dahlia x Monarch (female villain x female hero), Charles x Monarch, Sampson x Monarch and Hayden x Monarch - they were considered as possible new routes for this series, but unfortunately in the end they weren’t started!

Visual novels and otome games - free ones

[note: links lead to downloads] 

Sano x the protagonist (male villain x player-gender hero turned villain) - ending no. #8 of Sano’s route in Boyfriend to Death, a 2016 Australian/Canadian dark gore game by Gurobob, Darqx, and ElectricPuke [+18] 

Vincent/Akira x the protagonist (male villain x player-gender hero turned villain) - ending no. #21 of Vincent’s route in Boyfriend to Death 2: Fresh Blood, a 2017 Australian/Canadian dark gore game by Gurobob, Darqx, and ElectricPuke [+18] [note/warning: Vincent dies in Cain’s ending no. #1]

Vincent x Farz x the protagonist (male villain x male villain x player-gender hero turned villain) - ending no. #17 of Vincent’s route in Boyfriend to Death 2: Fresh Blood [note/warning: Farz dies in Vincent’s ending no. #21]

Cain x the protagonist (male villain x player-gender hero turned villain) - some endings of Cain’s route in Boyfriend to Death 2: Fresh Blood [note: one of them can be achieved only by playing Vincent’s route]

Lawrence x the protagonist (male villain x player-gender hero turned villain) - no. #14 ending in Lawrence’s route in Boyfriend to Death 2: Fresh Blood [note: Lawrence may die in the good ending of Ren’s route]

Ren x the protagonist (male villain x player-gender hero turned villain) - some endings of Ren’s route Boyfriend to Death 2: Fresh Blood

possibly Vincent/Akira x Lawrence (male villain x male villain) - epilogue in Boyfriend to Death 2: Fresh Blood

possibly Sano x Rire (male villain x male villain) - epilogue in Boyfriend to Death 2: Fresh Blood

Guilleme x Rosa - the secret ending of Cupid (a 2015 Philippinean dark gothic game) by Fervent [suggested by a-cynical-dreamer-world] [warning: in order to reach this ending, you have to reach all 4 other endings before: in the 2nd one, Guilleme's killed by Rosa, but they reconcile before he passes away (they even share a kiss in the romantic variant) and therefore he gets redemption through death; in the 3rd one, he abuses her, knowing it may lead her to suicide; in the 4th one, he dies without redemption, killed by her] [tw: suicide mention] [warning: if you decide to open the locket (a requirement needed to unlock the 1st ending), both Rosa and Guilleme will think that he’s her father - according to the creator, he’s not, but you don’t get to know it, if you don’t check info outside the game] [tw: incest mention] 

Senrei x Biyu - Days of the Divine (a 2013 Dutch fantasy game) by Circle Pegasi (suggested by a-cynical-dreamer-world) [warning: Senrei’s route is the only one, on which both he and Biyu get a fully happy ending; on Liufang’s route, Senrei kills Biyu’s grandfather and is defeated and exiled by Liufang; on Maru’s route, he’s killed by Maru]

Duliae x Alenca - Ebon Light (a 2019 American fantasy game) by Underbliss (suggested by a-cynical-dreamer-world)

Laceaga x Alenca - Ebon Light by Underbliss (suggested by a-cynical-dreamer-world)

Oswald x Cheryl (male villain turned hero x female hero in the canon ending; implied as the future in Oswald’s neutral ending; male villain x female hero turned villain in the dark ending) - Fantasia: Realm of Thanos (a 2009 Indonesian fantasy game) by azureXtwilight and its 2010 sequel Fantasia: Requiem of The Abyss by the same creator (suggested by a-cynical-dreamer-world) [warning: Oswald dies without redemption on other love interests’ routes, with the exception of Leon and Gil’s alternative endings]

Leon x Cheryl - Leon’s good ending and Gil’s alternative ending in Fantasia: Realm of Thanos by azureXtwilight 

Oswald, Leon, Gil & Ian x Cheryl (two male villains and two male heroes x female hero) - the harem ending in Fantasia: Realm of Thanos by azureXtwilight  

Leon x Melodia - the canon ending and Gil’s good ending in Fantasia: Realm of Thanos and Fantasia: Requiem of The Abyss [note: the main character’s potential LI ending up with a non-playable character]

Cain x Valen (male ex-villain x female hero) - Fantasia: Requiem of The Abyss [note: canon endgame]

Bastian x Christina (male villain x female hero turned villain in the “Foretold” ending, male villain turned hero x female hero in the “New Order” ending) - Fatal Hearts, a 2007 British fantasy game by Hanako Games (suggested by a-cynical-dreamer-world) [warning: he dies in Jeremy’s ending and in some other endings as well]

Jeremy x Christina (male villain x female hero turned villain) - Fatal Hearts by Hanako Games (suggested by a-cynical-dreamer-world) [warning: he dies in some endings]

Bastian x Katie - the “Hopeful Future” ending in Fatal Hearts by Hanako Games [note: the main character’s potential LI ending up with a non-playable character] 

Zareh x Mina - Frozen Essence, a 2010 Canadian fantasy game by VenusEclipse (suggested by a-cynical-dreamer-world)

Caius x Mina (male villain turned hero x female hero in his light ending; male villain x female hero turned villain in his dark ending) - Frozen Essence by VenusEclipse (suggested by a-cynical-dreamer-world) [warning: Caius dies without redemption on Varian’s route]

Varian x Mina - Frozen Essence by VenusEclipse (suggested by a-cynical-dreamer-world)

Rowan x Luana (male villain/antihero x female hero) - Home’s Embrace by Sunlit-Dreamer, a 2019 American horror game (suggested by a-cynical-dreamer-world) [note: you don’t get to know about Rowan’s villainy/antiheroism unless you play Waite’s rejection ending] [warning: the true ending reveals that Luana - as the result of traumatic events she went through - fell into mental illness and that most probably she’s the only character that survived]

Rowan & Waite x Luana (male villain/antihero & male antihero/hero x female hero) - Home’s Embrace by Sunlit-Dreamer (suggested by a-cynical-dreamer-world) [note: you don’t get to know about Rowan’s villainy/antiheroism and Waite’s possible antiheroism unless you play Waite’s rejection ending] [warning: see above]

Lady Os x Corvus (female villain x male hero) - The Knife of the Traitor by Chegovia, a 2012 Peruvian fantasy/comedy game (suggested by a-cynical-dreamer-world) 

Lady Os x Lilja (female villain x male hero) - The Knife of the Traitor by Chegovia (suggested by a-cynical-dreamer-world)

Lady Os x Gervase (female villain x male um... hero) - The Knife of the Traitor by Chegovia (suggested by a-cynical-dreamer-world)

Lady Os x Vosges (female villain x male hero) - The Knife of the Traitor by Chegovia (suggested by a-cynical-dreamer-world) 

Adrian x Miranda - Nachtigal by Cyanide Tea, a 2013 Australian vampire game (suggested by a-cynical-dreamer-world) 

Luca x Miranda - Nachtigal by Cyanide Tea (suggested by a-cynical-dreamer-world)

Adrian & Luca x Miranda (two male villains x female hero) - Nachtigal by Cyanide Tea (suggested by a-cynical-dreamer-world)

Virion x main character (enemies to allies to lovers) - Oathbreaker, a 2019 English high fantasy game by RinmaruGames  (suggested by a-cynical-dreamer-world) [note: if you don’t choose Virion as the love interest, they become friends who care deeply about each other]  

Takeo x Kumiko - Our Mountain, a 2019 American fantasy game by Neeka of OBP (suggested by a-cynical-dreamer-world) 

Kenji x Kumiko - Our Mountain by Neeka of OBP (suggested by a-cynical-dreamer-world)

Ruce x Gwyn - The Villaintine by niannn, a 2018 Philippinean slice of life game  (suggested by a-cynical-dreamer-world) 

Chrysandra x Cyril (female villain x male hero turned villain) - Wanted: Dragon,  a 2015 Australian/American fantasy comedy game by Godline and Metasepia Games (suggested by a-cynical-dreamer-world)

Chrysandra x Balrung (female villain x male villain) - Wanted: Dragon (suggested by a-cynical-dreamer-world) [warning: Balrung is killed by Cyril and Chrysandra in the good endings of Cyril’s route]

Chrysandra x Niir (female villain x male villain) - Wanted: Dragon (suggested by a-cynical-dreamer-world)

the Lampir x the woman who dated him - What’s Your Name? by Sunlit-Dreamer, a 2017 horror/dark comedy game (suggested by a-cynical-dreamer-world) [warning: the epilogue, reached after completing all three routes, reveals that there’s a possibility that the pair won’t have a happy ending in the future]

the Cat & the Dragon x the cute animals enthusiast (two male villains x female hero) - What’s Your Name? by Sunlit-Dreamer (suggested by a-cynical-dreamer-world) [warning: the epilogue, reached after completing all three routes, reveals that there’s a possibility that the relationship won’t have a happy ending in the future]

Visual novels and otome games - online flash games

[if you want to play them, download Newgrounds Flash Player from here]

The Blood Prince x Jenna (male villain x female hero turned villain) - Moonlight Dating Sim, a 2007 American horror/fantasy game by Nummyz (suggested by a-cynical-dreamer-world) [warning: in the canon continuity she kills him]

Stas x Jenna - Moonlight Dating Sim by Nummyz (suggested by a-cynical-dreamer-world) [warning: in the canon continuity she doesn’t requit his feelings for her]

The Pond x Jenna - Jenna Moonlight: Red Moon Destiny, a 2009 American horror/fantasy game by Nummyz (suggested by a-cynical-dreamer-world)

Cross x Jenna (male villain x female hero turned villain) - Jenna Moonlight: Red Moon Destiny by Nummyz

Other video games - the professional ones

[note: links lead to Wikipedia pages]

Maria x Altair (enemies to lovers) - Assassin’s Creed, a 2007-2018 American action-adventure stealth series [note: Assassin’s Creed: Bloodlines shows how these two fell in love with each other, Assassin’s Creed II reveals to the general audience that they were romantically involved, Assassin’s Creed: Revelations shows Altair’s memories from the life he spent together with Maria, their entire romantic plot is shown in the book Assassin’s Creed: The Secret Crusade] (suggested by @kittypeas)

Te’ijal x Galahad - Aveyond, a 2004-2015 RPG series (suggested by a-cynical-dreamer-world)

the Beast/Adam x Belle - various official Disney’s Beauty and the Beast adaptations: 1993 Beauty & The Beast: Belle's Quest and Beauty & The Beast: Roar of the Beast, 1994 adaptations for the NES and for the Super NES 

Arion x Altena - Fire Emblem: Genealogy of the Holy War, a 1996 Japanese RPG game (suggested by an anon)

optional for Gangrel x Robin - the DLC content for Fire Emblem Awakening, a 2012 Japanese RPG game (suggested by an anon)

optional for Walhart x Robin - the DLC content for Fire Emblem Awakening, a 2012 Japanese RPG game (suggested by an anon)

Erim/Lufia x Maxim’s descendant (female villain x male hero) - Lufia & the Fortress of Doom, a 1993 Japanese RPG game

Erim/Seena x Wain (female ex-villain x male hero) - Lufia: The Legend Returns, a 2001 Japanese RPG game

implied for Hecubah x Jack (female villain x male hero) - the wizard’s route in Nox, a 2000 American RPG game [warning: on the warrior and the conjurer routes Jack kills Hecubah; additionally, the warrior route shows him reuniting with his pre-existing nonvillainous love interest]

Ashi x Jack (female villain x male hero) - the alternate ending in Samurai Jack: Battle Through Time, a 2020 Japanese action-adventure game based on the 2001-2012 American animated series [warning: Ashi dies in the series and in the regular game ending]

Revan x Bastila (male villain turned hero x female hero-temporary-villain in the canon ending; male villain-temporary-hero x female hero turned villain is an another plot option) - Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic, a 2003 American RPG game [warning: in the canon continuity Revan leaves Bastila, when they’re married and have a child]

Alicia x Waffle (female villain x male hero) - Tail Concerto, a 1998 Japanese action-adventure game (suggested by an anon)

Other video games - indie ones

Kcalb x Etihw (the pre-existing couple; male ex-villain x female hero) - The Gray Garden, a 2012 Japanese pseudo-RPG game [note: non-playable characters] [note: in the widespread English translation Etihw’s gender was wrongly translated as non-binary]

Kcalb x Etihw (the pre-existing couple; female ex-villain x male hero) - Gray Garden The, a 2014 Japanese pseudo-RPG game (an official The Gray Garden parody) [note: in the widespread English translation Etihw’s gender was wrongly translated as non-binary]

Samekichi x Wadanohara (male antagonist x female hero) - Wadanohara and the Great Blue Sea, a 2013 Japanese pseudo-RPG game (suggested by an anon) [warning: before reaching the true ending, you have to watch two other endings first, and both of them end tragically for these characters: in the first one, Wadanohara is raped and turned to a villain by Sal on Samekichi’s eyes; in the second one, she sacrifices her life to save the sea and Samekichi commits suicide] [tw: rape mention; tw: suicide mention]

Cherryblod x Doloz (the pre-existing couple; male ex-villain/antihero x female hero) - Wadanohara and the Great Blue Sea [note: non-playable characters] [note: the truth about Cherryblod’s past is revealed in one of the vids in the bonus room that you may reach after beating entire game]

[readerstories]

The Mysterious Magician part 1/? Lucio (the Arcana) x male!reader.

Lucio (the Arcana) x reader. A slightly alternative universe: You are not the apprentice, but a powerful traveling magician that sweeps through town during the yearly masquerade; and catches Lucio's eye. Male!reader (AO3)

Warnings: none

Wordcount: 2569

The yearly masquerade in Vesuvia is big event every year. People travel from all over to come and experience the sight and wonders of it all. Many just come as they please, others are invited, invited into the castle and the presence of the count and countess. Many strive for the opportunity, and the list keeps getting bigger, and yet more exclusive every year.

To say Lucio is proud of himself would be an understatement. The whole masquerade is made by him, for him, so of course it's great. There are new people to meet and get entertained by every year, some that even make it into his (and sometimes Nadia's) bed. During every masquerade Lucio is having the time of his life, tonight being no exception. He bounces between people and conversation, just enjoying himself.

He does not know where Nadia is, neither does he care. Doctor Julian is around somewhere, as well as that annoying magician Nadia likes so much. He does not care much for either tonight, but makes a mental note that they are here. Not being here would be an insult, not only to him, but to all of Vesuvia. Who would ever pass up a great party like this?

He is having a good time, when he spots someone he has never seen before. He is not good with name, but he remembers faces quite well. It's a good idea to know if a person is your enemy, friend, lover or just a servant, as he has many of each. 

The new person is is clad in black clothes with golden patterns all over and with a matching mask. His body, his posture, his hair, and his face, what Lucio can see behind the black and gold mask is alluring. 

He spots the magician, Asra, walk by, and grabs him by his collar. He knows surprisingly many people and is good with names, so he might know this person.

"Do you know that man over there?" Lucio points to you, surprised to see a fond smile spread over Asra's face when he sees you.

"Yes, I actually do." Asra pushes Lucio's hand off his collar, which Lucio let's go of for now. He gives Lucio your name and continue speaking.

"I met him a few years ago, traveled with him for a while before we parted ways. He is always on the road, so I am glad he came."

"You are glad he came? It sounds like you invited him." Lucio scoffs. Asra ignores it.

"I didn't, Nadia did, after she asked me for suggestions for her part of the guest list. I'm surprised he even got the invitation, he never stays long in one place."

"I guessed as much from your earlier statement. What does he even do?" Asra gives Lucio a weird look. This is perhaps the longest Lucio have ever talked to him, and it's even about another person except from himself. He's not even looking Asra, but at you the whole time.

"He's a magician like me. Well, mostly."

"Mostly?" Lucio turns to him with a raised eyebrow.

"I'm small compared to him, he is very... powerful to put it that way." Lucio grins, feeling even more interested, and claps his hands together.

"Well, you must introduce us, come on." He grabs Asra by the shoulder this time, and half pushes him forward towards you. Asra doesn't even try to protest, he knows how Lucio can be when he sets his mind to something. When they get close enough, Lucio pushes Asra forward, hard enough that he stumbles and falls into you.

You are quick to catch him, ready to give this person who fell onto you a real earful, but you stop when you see your friend and former travel companion Asra.

"Asra, my old friend! Good to see you again after all this time!" Asra rights himself, giving you a smile.

"Good to see as well my friend. I see you are doing well."

"As are you, if you are here." Asra can almost hear the non-existent noise of Lucio's patience slipping away, so he doesn't idle for much longer.

"Alas, I did come over to introduce you to someone. Friend, this is Lucio, count of Vesuvia." At his words, Lucio steps forward, grin wide on his face.

"Pleasure to meet you Count Lucio." You do a small bow. When you look up, Lucio catches your eyes. Eyes that are golden like his arm, and almost as striking.

"Likewise. I hear you travel a lot, so I am glad you could take the time to stop by."

"No trouble at all. When I got the invitation from Countess Nadia I must say I was surprised to invited, before I saw the note that Asra was the one to suggest I was invited." You put a hand on Asra's shoulder and give it a friendly squeeze.

"I hear you are a magician?"

"That I am. That was why me and Asra traveled together before. To learn from each other is a valuable thing dear Count." Asra lets out a little laugh at your words.

"I doubt you learned much from me, I on the other hand learned many things." Lucio takes the word again before any of you can speak.

"So, you must be good then. As much as I don't like to admit it, Asra is more than a decent magician." Your smile is a mix of cocky, but at the same time coy, which Lucio decides there and then he needs to see more of.

"I hardly use such words about myself, but yes."

"Then please, show me some tricks." You scoff, not being polite in the slightest.

"Tricks? This is real magic we are talking about Count Lucio." Lucio decides to ignore your rudeness in favour of focusing on how good his name sounds in your mouth.

"Well, show me some magic then." You give him a nod. You lift up your hands, clasping them together. A light shines trough them, and when you open your hands, a small meadow filled with yellow flowers are in your palms. 

It's small, but before Lucio can say anything, the grass from the meadow expands down both your arms. At your elbows the grass turns into vines. At your shoulders the vines splits into two. 

One side goes down to wrap around the rest of your body, filling with thorns as they go down your torso and legs. The other part of the split vines turns into two yellow snakes that curl around your throat. 

Your hair sprouts flowers in the colours of the rainbow. Your face stays clean, while your eyes are constantly shifting colour. Lucio is speechless, as are many others around you.  

"What do you say to that magic trick, Count Lucio?" You clap your hands together loudly, everything except from the snakes around your throat disappearing. The people around you give a small applause, all impressed by your little show. Lucio pretends not to be just as impressed and scoffs.

"Was that all you have?" He can see a glint in your eyes, seeing that you have taken his words as a challenge. Perfect.

"No, it is not. I did what I could with the space I have Count Lucio. The middle of a crowd is not the best place for magic." You tilt your head, face made of stone, daring him to say anything against it. He grins, seeing the bait you have laid out for him.

"I see. I shall give you space then." He turns on his heels, walking up to the nearest guard, starting to give orders to get them to move everyone away from the middle of the floor.

"You spurred him on." Asra pipes up from besides you. You had almost forgotten he was there.

"Well, I could not let him believe my skills as a magician is subpar, could I now my friend?" Asra sighs, so you take his hands in yours, squeezing them and letting a little warmth from them seep through both of your skin.

"Count Lucio is no enemy or someone I wish to be one. He is simply bored royalty that wants some fun. I can give him that for now, cause I like too do so at this moment." Asra looks into your eyes, searching for some untruth.

"I can not stop you, but I must say that getting involved with Lucio in any capacity is dangerous."

"Come on old friend, do you not think I can handle him?"

"I know you can." He kisses your intertwined hands, letting go when Lucio appears at your side. Looking behind you, you can see that he has managed to clear a large space in the middle of the floor. The ball room is quieter than before, mostly filled with whispers as they all wonder what is happening.

"The floor is yours, magician." Lucio does a mock bow, you stop yourself from snorting at the sight.

"Thank you Count Lucio." You make your way over with Lucio and Asra right behind you, stepping into the open area. You turn and walk backwards until you are in the middle, stopping and addressing Lucio as loud as you can muster without using magic to amplify your voice.

"What magic would you like to see today dear Count?" Lucio grins from his place in the front of the crowd.

"Something big."

"As you wish, Count Lucio."  You nod at him, and with that, you begin.

Spreading your arms out as wide as you can, small blue butterflies appears and take off from your arms. Around your feet, grass sprouts up, spreading out from you to cover the whole floor. Some people gasp and jump when it comes toward them, but the grass simply goes under their feet. The grass closest to you grow taller, reaching your waist and forming a small circle. And then there are animals appearing out from it.

A small fawn takes a few shaking steps out from the tall grass and people awe. An elk with massive horns steps forward, horns making their way first. A bear, a horse, a lynx, and flying birds soon follow. 

Next, several rabbits in different shades of black, brown and white are jumping their way into the room. You are still standing in the tall grass, arms outstretched. 

You put them down, catching Lucio's gaze. Your eyes are your normal gold, but he almost feels electrocuted by them.

He hears the crowd gasp, and tear his eyes away from yours to see what has everyone reacting. When he sees what it is, his eyes widen. There are what seems to be people made from wood stepping out from your circle of grass. 

They wear no clothes, but they do not seems shy in the slightest. It helps that there are no visible sexual organs. If there where, he is sure some of them more easily shocked people in the crowd would have fainted. 

The wooden people step around the animals, gathering together, some even dancing to some unheard music.

Lucio feels a cold snout on his right hand and look down. The lynx is sniffing his hand, he snatches it away from it. It gives him an unimpressed look before trotting off. 

The snout had felt so real, that for a second Lucio had forgotten that it wasn't. It's just your magic. He looks back to you, and you catch his eyes once more.

Before he can think or do anything else, a loud screech pierces the air. People slam their hands over their ears at the sudden noise. From your shoulders, two eagles made purely from flames grow. 

They admit another screech, which makes all the animals turn towards you. They kick of your shoulders, flying up as high as they can under the ceiling. He watches them, admiring their horrid beauty where they circle above them all.

After a few more seconds, both birds tips forward and dives straight down, into the grass covered floor. The grass is instantly up in flames, and so is the other animals. 

They scream, and turn into as in a few seconds. The same fate befalls the wooden people, gone quicker than they came. Everyone gaps, he can even hear some cry out in fear. 

He then realises that he can actually feel the heat from the flames. It makes him pale and shift his attention back to you.

This time, he is the one who gasps. Because there you stand, covered in flames. As he looks on the flames dies down in the room and on you, leaving a thick layer of ash behind in the room. 

You yourself is a sight. It looks like your skin is cracking, and red light is shining trough. Your clothes are torn and burnt, showing more cracked skin beneath. It looks like you are made of flames. 

People gasp again and whisper among themselves. Lucio can't take his eyes of you. You grin, giving a bow.

And with that, all the ash disappear, and you return to normal, clothes and skin whole again.

Thunderous applause abrupt when you straighten yourself up, and you are soon swarmed with people that want to compliment your performance. It takes some time before Lucio can get ahold of you himself. When he does, you give him a grin.

"How was that dear Count Lucio?" He doesn't lie this time.

"Absolutely fantastic. You truly are a wonderful magician."

"Thank you Count Lucio. I count your wishes for magic was fulfilled for the night."

"They were. But there will be other nights, which is why I wish for you to stay here at the palace. If not as a court magician, at least as a guest for a while." You are shocked that he actually liked it so much that he wanted you to stay, but you hide your surprise behind a calm smile.

"I'll say yes to that, but I warn you, I will not stay for long." Lucio waves a hand at that.

"Sure, yeah, what ever you say." He then spots Nadia, and yells for her to come over. She rolls her eyes, but does walk over to you two.

"Dear wife, let me introduce you to this wonderful magician, the one behind the magic just performed." He gives Nadia your name, and you hers with her title, she humms.

"Yes, I saw that, quite impressive." She reaches out her hand, you take it and give it a kiss on the knuckles.

"He will also be our guest for a while." Lucio informs as he slips an arm around her waist. She lets him for now.

"Is he now?" You look between them, seeing Nadia somewhat tense posture.

"Your husband offered, I could hardly decline." Nadia gives you a smile.

"Hardly not. Now, please, I must say hello to other guests, but I am sure we will see more of each other later."

"I do hope so Countess Nadia." She gives you a smile, before disappearing into the crowd once more. Which leaves you alone with Count Lucio.

"Come, lets get some drinks and talk, and then the servants can prepare a room for you." You let Lucio grab your hand and drag you over to a drink table, not minding really. It's going to be a few interesting weeks at least.

[starblazerm31]

Azalea/Imalia Apprentice April Asks #3 Playlists

I love sharing playlists.  I’ve included YouTube links to the songs if you’d like to hear them!

1. Your character’s theme song

Alan Walker, Sabrina Carpenter & Farruko - On My Way

For this song, I imagine Azalea as she’s leaving her shop to go to the palace for the first time.  The male parts is Asra leaving on his journey (the translated version of these lyrics are quite sad imo and fit Azalea and Asra’s relationship since they will never be together again).

The Cult - Fire Woman

For this, I see Imalia coming in to deal with cultists who are trying to stage a coup on her cousin Queen Dreen Suval’s rule.  Imalia won’t tolerate this and proceeds to blow them all to hell in a grinning, grandiose, anime fashion.

2. Your character’s LI’s theme song

Julian:  Billy Idol - John Wayne

Imagine Julian stalking through the dark streets of Vesuvia, his quest for knowledge driving him forward through alleyways, tunnels, and finally up to the palace itself.  Meanwhile, from the upper window of her shop, Azalea stares out at the stars, hoping he is safe.

Lucio:  Da Vinci’s Notebook - Enormous Penis

It’s his theme song, dammit.  Call me wrong.  He’s just strolling along, smiling to himself (maybe even with a boner, who knows?!).  He’s got it where it counts.

Asra:  Fiona Apple - Never is a Promise

Imalia wants to tell Asra that she loves him, but she keeps on seeing the glimmer of love in his eyes when he looks at Azalea.  She thinks deep down that she could never truly reveal everything about herself to him and still keep him close.

3. The love song of your character and their LI.

Julian:  Dorothy - Medicine Man

This is the song I hear during their first time together. (Fic here! nsfw!)

Lucio: The Weeknd - Blinding Lights

Lucio is a needy bastard and just doesn’t feel right when Azalea isn’t around.

Also!  Stone Sour - Song #3

This song (in my head) tells what Lucio is feeling as far as Azalea is concerned.  He’s not really familiar with *real* love, and what he feels with Azalea is so vastly different from anything he’s ever experienced.  It’s exciting and deep, and it has changed him forever.  “Did I save you? ‘Cause I know you’ve saved me too.”

Asra:  

Bad Wolves (ft. Diamante) - Hear Me Now

Their lives haven’t gone the way they’ve wanted them to, but in the end they were there for each other.  This is the song I hear during their “realization” moment.  When they knew they could work out together.

The Cars - Magic

Their first trip to the Magical Realms as a couple.  Days of running, jumping, playing games, discovering intimacies about each other and soaking up each other’s presence.

4. Your character’s ass-kicking song

AC/DC - Thunderstruck

Azalea stands against Valdemar, staring into his eyes with anger.  He morphs into his demon form and suddenly Azalea’s hair begins to stand on end.  Valdemar readies to charge when a massive bolt of lightning lances down from the sky and strikes the ground in front of him.  He rears back, startled, but behind him Azalea hits him with an electrified punch.  She somersaults over him and hits him with bolt after bolt of electricity until he retreats.

Fall Out Boy - The Phoenix

Imalia is a heavy hitter and has an explosive temper while in battle.  Pity her foes.

5. Your character’s favorite song

Beck - Dreams

Azalea at the Masquerade

Tom Petty - You Don’t Know How It Feels

Sums up how she feels most of the time

6. Your character’s sad song

Agnes Obel - Riverside

Azalea watches Asra walk away from the shop, off on another journey.  Leaving her alone, yet again to watch the raindrops.

Melanie Martinez - Pity Party

Three years ago, Imalia lost her beloved father and her apprentice/best friend to the Red Plague.  She laid them both to rest...only to remember that it was her birthday.

7. A song to train to

X Ambassadors - Boom

Azalea and Imalia are in a gorge outside of Vesuvia.  Imalia tests Azalea’s power and ability to put the things Imalia has taught her into practice.  Asra and Lucio watch from the edge of the gorge with awe as lightning and fire dance and clash from the two mages down below.

8. A song to relax to

Gorillaz - Clint Eastwood

A good song they’d like to just chill and groove to while toking.

9. A song that makes your LI think of you

Julian:  Andrew McMahon In The Wilderness - Cecilia and the Satellite

Julian watches from the loft window as Azalea leaps and bounds over the rooftops of Vesuvia on her night run.

Lucio:  Sheppard - Geronimo

Lucio and Azalea are on a trip and see the most amazing cove.  They go on a playful swim, Lucio chasing Azalea through tunnels and ending up in a cave covered in glow worms.  They share a quiet intimate moment before swimming back through a different tunnel and ending at the top of a beautiful waterfall.  Azalea grins at Lucio and leaps down into the pool below.  After a moment of hesitation, Lucio takes the leap after her.

Asra:  Luis Fonsi ft. Daddy Yankee - Despacito (Non- Beiber version)

Asra and Imalia see a band performing in the Marketplace and just can’t help but dance together.  Without touching.  X3

10. A wedding song

Julian:  Soul Calibur III - Healing Winds

Sweet and moving, as the two of them proudly declare their eternal love.   Azalea walks down the aisle, she is a glittering spectacle of white pearls, moonstones, crystals, and feathers from Corva. (she had been saving Corva's shed feathers for this occasion).  When they exchange vows, Corva perches on Julian's shoulder, and Malak on Azalea's.  They present them with the rings.

Lucio:  Krypteria - Liberatio

Grand and magnificent, just the way they wanted it.   Azalea is escorted by Mercedes and Melchior.  They look amazing, all clad in white.  Azalea’s dress is the same as above, but she actually wore diamonds; even though she hates them.  The rings were tied to M&M's collars...which could have been a horrible decision if the dogs got riled up, but Imalia has Balthazaar at the ready to pursue and snatch, should that happen.  With the final kiss, sealing the deal, M&M tear out of the sanctuary, sending birds flying in all directions.

Erasure - Always

In the Magical Realm, Asra and Imalia travel to the Magician’s Realm, where they run around and play, frolicking in the surf and flying over the glittering trees. When they find The Magician, he officiates their secret wedding; using half of Imalia’s heart to make Asra’s whole again.

11. Any other song you’d like to include!

Flogging Molly - Devil's Dance Floor

A night of dancing at the Rowdy Raven!