#matchup scenario game

[ratatatastic]

god forbid you make a goalie pick between goalies in a theoretical scenario! god forbid it! but said goalie will get giggly about it anyways

florida panthers @ utah hockey club | 1.8.25 (x)

[kingkatsuki]

Barou Shoei & @knchins 

How you meet.

You’d anticipated the crowd to be packed for My Chemical Romance tonight, especially since it had been years since they last performed live and they were the band of the weekend— but what you didn’t expect is to have some fucking prick behind you rubbing his sweaty body against you. Feeling the hint of a semi digging into your lower back as he pretended to be pushed forward by the sea of people.

You pushed back against him, but there wasn’t any available space to slip into, and you didn’t want to leave the crowd after coming in early just to make sure you had this perfect spot.

Contemplating turning around to cuss him out when another man stepped in, a large palm wrapping around your forearm to tug you to his side. Moving you to the side slightly as he stood behind you, dark eyes glaring at the pervert who was now looking irritated.

“Fucking asshole, you got no shame?” He spoke loudly as the guy began to get flustered, “Lucky they’re about to come on or I’d kick your ass.”

Even though Barou was protecting you now, you could see out of the corner of your eye that he was keeping an eye on the other people in the area to make sure he wasn’t doing the same to someone else.

“You okay?” He leaned down as his lips brushed against the shell of your ear.

“I’m fine, thanks.” You felt so relieved now he was behind you instead, protected even as you looked back towards the stage.

“Can you still see?”

“Yeah.” You were certain this was an even better view than you had before, or maybe it was just because you felt more comfortable.

The crowd became more intense when MCR came on stage, but you didn’t feel it. Not with Barou standing behind you protectively. His arms on either side of you stopped any moshing guys from barging into you, crowdsurfers went straight past you and the best part? He’d managed to shove the perverted guy into one of the pits that had opened up which left you feeling safe and secure.

When they finished you turned to face your saviour, thanking him for making the experience perfect and of course he couldn’t leave without shooting his shot and getting your number🥺

[arundolyn]

hot(?) guilty gear take:

danger time is fun and not nearly as bad a mechanic as some people like to claim. they're just salty when they lose to it

[jellybonbons]

KISS CAM!

Kenji Sato x gn!reader

CW: pure fluff, established relationship, possessive kenji, best friend (Mio).

Words: 1.0k

AN: gave a name for reader's bff becus I got sick of writing 'your friend'. comments and reblogs are highly appreciated <3

“Good evening, ladies and gentlemen, and welcome to New Tokyo Dome, home of your Giants! Tonight, the Giants face off against the visiting Swallows in what promises to be an exciting matchup.”

It was your first time experiencing your boyfriend’s game live, a significant change from watching him on screen. Ken had given you two tickets, inviting you to see his baseball game in person and you decided to bring your best friend, Mio.

As you and Mio made your way through the bustling crowd to your seats, the excitement of the game day atmosphere surrounded you. The stadium was a sea of team colours, with fans cheering and the scent of popcorn and hot dogs wafting through the air.

Ken had been clear about keeping your relationship private for now, given that it was still new, and he didn't want to stir up any media attention. You understood his concerns and were content with supporting him discreetly, even from the stands.

You finally found your seats and settled in, the anticipation bubbling inside you. As you took in the scene, the field looked well-maintained under the stadium lights, and the crowd's roar was almost deafening. Your eyes instinctively scanned the field, searching for Ken among his teammates. When you finally spotted him, you couldn’t help but beam with pride.

Ken's tall figure was unmistakable, and as if sensing your gaze, he turned towards you – he had purposely given you tickets close to his dugout so he could see you from there. His eyes met yours, and he gave you a wink that made your heart flutter. The crowd that witnessed the interaction erupted in cheers, mistaking it for a playful gesture to all the fans.

Mio nudged your shoulder playfully. "Did he just wink at you? Oh my god, he totally did!"

You laughed, trying to keep your excitement contained. "Maybe he did," you said, your cheeks warming.

"Dude, if anyone noticed, you're going to be all over the sports news tomorrow," she teased.

"Let's hope they just think he was winking at the crowd," you shook your head, smiling.

"Well, either way, it's pretty amazing. Look at him! He's totally in his element."

As the game commenced, you watched Ken with admiration. The way he effortlessly swung his bat, the precision in his throws, and the commanding presence he had on the field – it was clear he was born for this.

You could hardly contain the pride and joy swelling within you as you saw him in action. Being a part of his world, even if only from the sidelines, felt like a privilege. If only he knew how much you itched to scream, “Yeah! That’s my boyfriend!” proudly with your chest, you might have made your presence even more known. 

Occasionally, the stadium's giant screens would light up with the infamous "Kiss Cam," zooming in on couples in the crowd. Each time it happened, the fans would cheer and clap, urging the featured pair to share a kiss. 

Some couples laughed and played along, while others blushed and waved shyly at the camera. You and Mio watched the spectacle with amused smiles, sharing knowing glances whenever the camera swung close to your section.

After a few rounds, the stadium's energy shifted as the game went into a brief break. The "Kiss Cam" made its rounds again, eliciting cheers and laughter from the crowd. This time, to your surprise and slight horror, the camera zoomed in on you and the guy sitting beside you. The giant screen displayed your faces for all to see, and the audience erupted in cheers, urging you to kiss the stranger.

Mio sensed your discomfort and immediately tried to defuse the situation. She leaned in closer, putting her arm around you and making exaggerated gestures to draw the attention away from the awkward scenario. However, her efforts came to an abrupt halt as she caught sight of Ken sprinting towards you from across the field.

—

Just as the chants grew louder, Ken, who was about to take a sip of his water in the dugout, glanced at the screen. His eyes widened in shock as he saw you on the Kiss Cam with another man. "Hell nah," he muttered under his breath, dropping his water bottle without a second thought.

With determined speed, he sprinted across the field. The crowd's cheers turned into gasps of surprise as Ken vaulted over the net and made a beeline for your seat. In one swift motion, he pulled you into his arms and pressed his lips to yours in a deep, passionate kiss. The stadium erupted in a mix of astonished silence and wild applause.

As he broke the kiss, he glanced around at the crowd, a smug grin on his face, clearly enjoying the attention and the statement he had just made. You stood there, stunned and speechless, your heart pounding in your chest. 

Huh?!?!

“You alright, babe?” he chuckled softly at your reaction, his eyes twinkling with mischief. Then, his gaze shifted to the guy sitting beside you, his eyes darkening with possessiveness. The guy raised his hands in surrender, nervously shifting in his seat before quickly changing places with the person next to him.

Before you could respond, Ken peeled off his jersey, revealing the snug turtleneck underneath. He draped the jersey over your shoulders, its warmth and his scent enveloping you. "Way to make an entrance, Ken!" Mio, who had been trying to help you deflect the situation, burst into laughter.

Still breathless from the kiss, you managed to find your voice. "I can't believe you just did that," you said, a mix of embarrassment and exhilaration in your tone.

Ken grinned, pulling you close. "I couldn't let anyone else have you, not even for a second," he replied.

The crowd's cheers and the flashing cameras faded into the background as you focused on him. "You're going to make your PR team work overtime with this move," you quipped, a playful edge in your voice as you finally caught your breath.

"Let them work. They should get used to it," he replied confidently. 

You chuckled and pulled him into a kiss. The cameras flashed even more intensely, capturing every moment of your embrace. From the sidelines, Mio let out a loud wolf whistle, her laughter ringing out above the noise.

You smiled against Ken’s lips, thinking to yourself, so much for keeping things lowkey.

Dividers by: @anitalenia

[st6rly]

TUNING IN TO 4O.O ST6RLY RADIO !

THE ST6RLY RADIO is back in business! to celebrate 400+ listeners, and also the host’s return, the creative team behind the station is holding an event! but make sure to tune in time; space is limited !

all posts for this even will be tagged as "! the st6rly radio." please block as needed. event details under the cut.

O1. desperate for LOVE ? need a little SPARK in your life ? for A LIMITED TIME, ST6RLY RADIO will be YOUR CUPID ! ─── AKA. MATCHUPS ! (8/15)

requirements: must be off anon. please make sure you are able to be @ mentioned. reblog the matchup once posted to confirm you’ve received / seen it.

WHAT SHOULD THE HOST KNOW ? ─── AKA. WHAT TO SEND !

if the matchup wanted is for honkai star rail or genshin. please note that the host will be matching participants with only the adult men from both games.

3-4 sentences about your personality

general aesthetic / fashion style

label your ask at the top with the 💌 emoji !

WHAT THE HOST WILL AIR LIVE ! ─── AKA. WHAT YOU GET !

the character he thinks you pair best with & one - two other characters that were potential matches

headcanons / little notes about why the host thinks you’d get along together

a small moodboard based on how he feels the vibes

three songs that reminds her of your new dating life !

O2. ST6RLY RADIO is NOTHING if not interested in people’s CRAZY personal lives ! EXPOSE, SPILL, tell the host EVERYTHING ! ─── AKA. SMAU REQUESTS ! (0/10)

rules: no nsfw prompts / scenarios. mildly suggestive scenes are ok. nothing to do with cheating, pregnancy, periods, or heavy mental health topics.

WHAT SHOULD THE HOST KNOW ? ─── AKA. WHAT TO SEND !

1 - 2 characters from either genshin or hsr; no mixing fandoms please. if sending 2, please state what you want the primary ship to be or if it’s meant to be poly.

a scenario + some detail of what you have in mind with it.

optional: who you would like to have in a friend group for that fandom !

label your ask at the top with the 💬 emoji !

WHAT THE HOST WILL AIR LIVE ! ─── AKA. WHAT YOU GET !

a one-shot smau + maybe some written parts that include whatever you sent me.

a song recommendation in relation to the one-shot

please note that the reader will automatically be gender neutral.

THE RADIO HOST'S MESSAGE :

ahhh thank you guys so much for 430+ followers !! it's such a shocking moment for me to know how many of you have stuck around during all my unannounced hiatuses / breaks, and that you continue to support my little writing journey !! here's to two years on this blog and hopefully a few more :DD

[freshthoughts2020]

FIVE BOLD NBA PREDICTIONS FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE SEASON

Five Bold NBA Predictions for the Remainder of the Season

January 14, 2025

The NBA season is heating up, and as playoff contention tightens, surprising twists and turns are on the horizon. Here are five bold predictions for how the rest of the 2025 season could unfold.

1. Detroit Pistons Will Advance to the Eastern Conference Semifinals

After years of rebuilding, the Pistons are poised to surprise the league. Cade Cunningham’s All-Star-level play, combined with the toughness of Isaiah Stewart and Jalen Duren, has provided Detroit with a foundation that’s both gritty and dynamic. Malik Beasley and Tim Hardaway Jr. are hitting threes at a lethal rate, adding a critical outside dimension to the Pistons’ attack.

Though they’re still seen as underdogs, their current momentum could lead to an upset against any team not named the Cleveland Cavaliers. If their young core plays with discipline, Detroit might very well find themselves in the second round or, improbably, the Eastern Conference Finals.

2. Boston Celtics Will Stop Cleveland Cavaliers’ Finals Dreams

While the Cavaliers have dominated much of the season and look like strong contenders, Boston’s experience gives them the edge. Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown have taken the painful lessons of past playoff losses to heart, much like other eventual champions before them.

Add the Celtics’ balanced roster, including Derrick White and Jrue Holiday, and Cleveland’s lack of playoff-tested depth becomes a concern. The Celtics are well-equipped to grind out victories, making them favorites to edge the Cavs in a potential matchup.

3. Russell Westbrook Will Deliver a Legendary Playoff Performance

Russell Westbrook’s resurgence with the Denver Nuggets has been one of the most captivating storylines this season. As Jokic’s pick-and-roll partner, Westbrook has found his groove, averaging impressive numbers while bringing a burst of energy to Denver’s rotation.

Expect a jaw-dropping 30-point, 10-assist, and 10-rebound performance in a crucial playoff game. Westbrook’s ability to thrive under pressure and his renewed confidence make this not just possible but likely against a formidable opponent.

4. Lonzo Ball Will Shine in the Play-In Tournament

After a long and arduous recovery, Lonzo Ball’s return to action could serve as the emotional spark Chicago needs. Should the Bulls find themselves in a play-in game, expect Lonzo to shine brightly, inspired by his brothers’ success off the court and his own journey back to form.

Whether it’s knocking down threes, dishing precision assists, or locking down on defense, Lonzo’s contributions will be pivotal, even if Chicago doesn’t progress far. His performance will solidify his value as a leader and motivator.

5. A Cavs vs. Thunder Finals Will Mark the Lowest-Watched Series Ever

While both teams have the talent to reach the Finals, their relative lack of superstar marketability could hurt viewership. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Donovan Mitchell are undeniable stars, but they don’t yet have the mainstream appeal of LeBron James or Stephen Curry.

Moreover, the NBA has struggled to build new icons, with SGA lacking a signature shoe and Mitchell overshadowed by the likes of Anthony Edwards in the Adidas lineup. Purists will enjoy the series, but casual fans might tune out, preferring the narrative of proven champions or established dynasties.

Conclusion The NBA thrives on unpredictability, and this season is no exception. From Detroit’s underdog rise to the potential viewing challenges of new-market Finals contenders, these bold predictions capture the drama and excitement of the league. Whether or not these scenarios come to fruition, one thing’s for sure: the rest of the season will be a wild ride.

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[mysteryfawn]

"Undefinable" Is What Defines Humans. 

Welcome to the forest! Let me introduce myself before I show you the rest of the path! My name is Jackie, I'm 16 years old, genderfluid, and bisexual. I will mainly write for TWISTED WONDERLAND, but I can also write for SCP Foundation, Phighting, Forsaken, Pressure, and Regretevator!

Rules and Guidelines

Requests are open

I do NOT write anything 18+, problematic, or content that isn't for the fandoms I mentioned on top;

I feel comfortable writing horror topics (psychological included), dark AUs, and dark themes (There will be a warning and a cut whenever I write them);

I only write platonic fics for characters under 16 years old in the TWST franchise! In other franchises, all characters under 18 are strictly platonic;

I can write headcanons, scenarios, one-shots, character analyses, and matchups!

There is a rare chance I'll write character x character or character x oc.

Headcanons

I will write from 5 - 10 headcanons per character! Scenarios

It is limited to 1 scenario per request with no limit on how many characters you'll like!

One-shots

The one-shots will usually have a minimum of 1k words! They are slower to make, so I apologize for their long wait.

Character Analyses

The analyses are usually a more serious type of request. I analyze certain characters' traumas, past, relationships, how they'd act in certain situations, or other interesting stuff you might want me to explore! (Limit of 4 characters per request)

Matchups

The matchups are characters I think would fit you or your OC's/sonas best! This could be romantic, platonic, or "Who would you be".

For matchups, I will require a more detailed request, such as name, age, gender, personality, appearance, disabilities (mental or physical), your type of partners or friends, and anything you think will help! Do not include personal information that could endanger you or others or NSFW!

Warning - I am shuffling writing, school, and game development at the same time! If your request takes a bit, please do not get mad! Every request will most likely take a maximum of 2 weeks.

[clownakai]

Rye doesn't speak much.

It's nothing personal, apparently: it's just how the guy is. Hiromitsu can even see the appeal of it— get people so used to not getting anything out of you that eventually you're left in peace—, but that doesn't mean that being on the other end of Rye's near-perpetual silence isn't a massive annoyance on a good day, especially seeing as he's currently the organized crime's equivalent of Hiromitsu's commanding officer. Especially seeing as the man's no talking policy clearly extends to Pokémon battles— arguably one of the most speech-reliant situations you can find yourself navigating.

Sure, body language can be exploited just fine to read your opponent's intentions (many trainers, whether they realize it or not, tend to attribute a specific flair to their movements when calling out moves: once you've figured those out, prediction becomes a hell of a lot easier), but Rye lacks those tells as well, and that's without considering the fact that the warehouse they're in casts heavy shadows over the sniper's form.

(Hiromitsu is under no illusion of it being a coincidence.)

And if the lack of useful tells wasn't enough—

A series of whistles pierces the air, followed by two consecutive offensive moves courtesy of Rye's Houndoom: the widespread Flamethrower achieves little in terms of damage, but it does obstruct Mochi's vision long enough for the subsequent Iron Tail to land with impeccable precision.

His Togekiss plummets with a shrill cry, only barely managing to right himself and regain altitude at the last moment. Hiromitsu calls for a Roost— the third in less than two minutes of battling.

He really needs to get his head in the game. This is nothing like standardized battles: the concepts of alternating turns and limited movesets are as alien to these people as Clefairy are to Earth as a whole, which makes sense but is also turning out to be more of a setback than Hiromitsu initially thought.

So far, he's managed to isolate five distinct whistle sequences, three different series of clicks, and at least four combinations of the two resulting in just as many coordinated attacks, each made up by moves that don't even match the individual whistles and clicks' original meaning half of the time.

Keeping up with Rye is getting harder by the second; even with a massive type advantage, Hiromitsu may very well lose the match if he doesn't come up with something, fast.

Type matchups aren't everything!, a squeaky little voice chirps in the back of his mind. In Hiromitsu's humble opinion, that's utter bullshit 90% of the time; unfortunately for him, it appears that Rye belongs to the remaining 10% of case scenarios.

Fuck you, Hiromitsu thinks, and then calls, "Protect and Rain Dance!"

Mochi throws up the shimmering barrier just in time for Rye's Houndoom to slam into it at full tilt, the Flame Wheel she'd been charging dissipating harmlessly as the first droplets of summoned water begin to dampen her fur.

Hiromitsu frowns. That could have easily been an Iron Tail or a Thunder Fang: it'd make sense, even, for Rye to opt for those as opposed to yet another— now ineffective— fire-type move. It'd definitely grant him a quick— huh.

Is... Is he actively trying to drag the fight out? But why? What does Rye have to gain from exhausting both of their Pokémon?

Long, high-pitched whistle. Whistle, whistle. The Houndoom’s surroundings begin to boil and glow a sicklish purple. That's—

"Dodge!" Hiromitsu shouts, thankful that it's Mochi battling by his side when he realizes the Togekiss already had his exact same idea. He's not sure he'd be able to attain the same heights of synergy with a Pokémon that hasn't been with him as long as Mochi has.

The spray of their opponent's Sludge Bomb whizzes past, missing by a wide margin, although the same can't be said for the following Flamethrower. The jet of flames, narrow and long-ranged this time around, engulfs Mochi's left wing for an interminable second before dissipating; the Togekiss cries out, struggling to remain airborne, and Hiromitsu doesn't even need a visual to know that he's now racing against time. He's willing to bet that's quite the nasty burn he's going to find himself treating later.

... Hold that thought.

"Thunder Wave," he orders, internally cheering when the move hits. Mochi's earlier Rain Dance has done a good job weakening their opponent's fire type moves so far, and the Houndoom’s soaked fur proves to be a blessing in disguise by combining with Thunder Wave into a disruptive shock as the paralysis fully settles in. "And now Facade!"

Mochi lets out a belligerent cry before diving straight for Rye's Houndoom, who fails to dodge the attack and consequently gets thrown into a wall. Amazingly enough, she's up and back into the fray within seconds, a guttural snarl stretched around her fangs. She's not moving as fluidly as before, though, all thanks to Mochi's Thunder Wave: Hiromitsu glimpses the Pokémon's muscles spasming more than once as she fights the status condition.

Again, Hiromitsu has to wonder just what it is that Rye thinks he can get out of such a drawn-out match: a general idea of how Hiromitsu fares under pressure? His battle style? Hints as to how strong he is? The exact same could be said about Hiromitsu: he's nothing if not observant, and while his opponent's peculiar commands system has been giving him quite a bit of trouble, he's at least been able to pin a few things down here and there, along with a very interesting bit of information.

It's quick, and most importantly it's subtle, but Rye's Houndoom glances back at her trainer whenever he spells out a combination of moves. Oh, it's done masterfully: she never outright turns to look at Rye, but among all the running around she does she's bound to at least have him within her periphery for a moment or two, and with the excellent night vision so common among dark types there's no doubt she'd be able to catch some kind of additional message from her shadow-clad trainer, be it a minute change in expression or a sign he makes with his hands.

And, if Hiromitsu has it right...

Whistle. Long, high-pitched whistle.

"Dazzling Gleam, then Protect!" He commands, heedless of the Snarl that hits Mochi square in the chest. His Pokémon shakes the attack off and responds in kind with minimal hesitation, the bright shockwave radiating from his own attack momentarily bathing the warehouse in blinding light. It's not as powerful an offensive as it'd be if Mochi was in perfect shape, but Hiromitsu reckons it still dealt a great deal of damage.

He hears more than sees something heavy clash against his Pokémon's Protect along with the distinctive crackle of electricity dispersing in the air, and he can't contain a victorious grin. He's figured it out, he—

—meets Rye's eyes across the improvised field, or at least he thinks he does; the poor lighting does him no favors. Nevertheless, Hiromitsu gets the distinct impression that the older operative is holding back a laugh, and he only figures out why when Mochi lets out one more melodious cry before half-gliding, half-plummeting to the ground in exhaustion.

Hiromitsu resists the urge to run up to his Pokémon and check on him on the spot. Instead, he calmly returns Mochi to his poké ball as Rye's Houndoom limps back to her trainer, head held high despite the near-constant tremors running across her entire body.

Rye doesn't say anything, merely returning her to her poké ball as well before giving Hiromitsu a long (and still annoyingly silent) once over. Then he turns around, beckoning him to follow, and Hiromitsu can do nothing but obey.

Outside, unaffected by the crossfire, Vermouth awaits Rye's assessment of their battle, a cigarette loosely hanging from her lips. Hiromitsu isn't sure why, exactly, she decided to have them face off like this, but he assumes it's something to do with his future standing within the Organization’s ranks. It wouldn't be the first test he's had to undergo for that exact purpose, either.

The woman's Seviper, coiled at her feet, raises its head upon sensing their approach. Hiromitsu catches Rye sneaking more than a few glances at the serpentine Pokémon: a mild fear of it, perhaps, or merely distaste for anything Vermouth-adjacent. From what little he's seen of the woman, Hiromitsu can already sympathize. Still, this is no time to speculate, so he files away the detail for a later, more thorough examination.

"How was he?" Vermouth asks without preamble, hardly even sparing Hiromitsu a glance— much unlike her Pokémon, which he immediately finds himself being circled by.

Rye lights a cigarette he produced from fuck knows where, takes a long drag and angles his head away from their little group to exhale the smoke, ignoring Vermouth with the air of someone who has done it a million times when she pointedly doesn't extend him the same courtesy. "Not bad."

"That's it?" She raises an eyebrow. "You don't get paid for two-words reports."

"I'm not getting paid for this at all.”

You didn't look too put out by that back there, Hiromitsu doesn't say. At long last, the Seviper at his feet seems to lose interest in him: it slithers back to its trainer, successfully preventing what would have undoubtedly been a lovely chat about Rye's salary by curling around Vermouth's legs in a blatant bid for attention.

Vermouth scoffs, but doesn't push any further. Finishing her cigarette and flicking away the butt, she weaves through her Pokémon's coils without so much as a backwards glance. "You'll want to have a better report ready for when Gin comes around," she says in lieu of goodbye. "God knows what kind of mess there'll be to clean up if you don't."

Rye says nothing, taking a drag out of his own cigarette and waving Hiromitsu off once Vermouth and her Seviper are out of sight. He does make a vague phoning gesture with his free hand, though, so at least there's that. Hiromitsu didn't blow his chances, even though he lost the match.

Sure, he still has to face Gin's judgment— according to their intel, the guy is quick on the trigger and paranoid as fuck—, but if his performance had truly been unsatisfactory Rye would have probably called him something much different from not bad in front of Vermouth. He doesn't look like someone who enjoys unnecessarily long cons.

Hiromitsu's hand remains tightly wound around Mochi's poké ball until he's sitting in his car, completely alone; only then does he let go of the tiny sphere in his pocket.

He didn't blow this, he repeats to himself as he makes his way to his apartment. He didn't.

[strwbmei]

Matchup Event

Matchup for: @schendsal

Matchups: Yukong, Bronya, Eula

Contains: fluff, smut, male reader, breeding (Yukong), creampie mentions (Yukong), mentions of lactation (Yukong), breast play (Yukong and Bronya), marking (Bronya), semi-public sex (Eula), implied masturbation (Eula), blowjob (Eula)

A/N: Sorry for taking so long! Honestly, it was Yukong's part that took the longest because there was a bunch of stuff I had to confirm with the lore and then I ended up changing most of it by the time I was almost finished. Hope you like it, though!

Ask:

Congratulations on reaching 1,000 followers, I hope you continue to grow more and more!

Personality-wise I tend to be an ambivert.

Around close friends I'm the one in the group who's always cracking jokes or saying the most mind-numbingly stupid things. I do this to make them laugh and keep their spirits high, since I know that life can be pretty stressful for everyone. If that stress gets to be too much, then I'm happy to hear out their troubles and lend them a shoulder for support. I might not be able to solve their problems, but I want to be a source of strength for them at the least.

Outside my friend group I become a lot more closed off. Instead of goofing off, I'm told I become diligent and considerate of others. I like to make sure school assignments are completed ahead of time so my group can review it and help other groups if they become stuck. Though I usually end up as the group lead, I don't like to lead by force. Instead I prefer to let my team play to their strengths, and I'll make up the weaknesses as we go along. A happy team is a good team after all!

This doesn't mean I'm not without my flaws. I can be really immature at times, and I get depressed if I feel like I'm holding others back or can't perform at the high standard I set for myself. When this happens I usually close myself off from others and listen to music until I feel better. I can get competitive when it comes to things I'm passionate about, but not to the point of lashing out at others.

In terms of hobbies I have a few outside of games. I like reading, cooking for others, listening to music, and cheesy romance novels. I sketch a bit too, but I'm not very good at it, haha. I'm the type to take a lot of interest in my partners hobbies, and I'd probably bug them a bunch about it.

For the ask, I'd like a mix of SFW and NSFW with whomever I'm paired with. Sadly the only fandoms I'm familiar with are Honkai: Star Rail and Genshin Impact. Grinding for those two eats up most of my spare time, so I haven't gotten to try the others. The scenario could be a festival date or comforting one another after a long day of work. But if inspiration strikes you, feel free to write what you please!

I'm a heterosexual dominant, so I suppose I wouldn't want to be paired up with any of the men. (Fine as they may be). Intimacy for me is more about the connection than being extreme with it, and I take pride in providing my partner with pleasure. For my own tastes, I am into breeding, sleepy sex, semi-public sex, oral (giving & receiving), and breast play.

Yukong

╰┈➤ SFW ;

: ̗̀➛ No one would've guessed that you two were in a relationship, especially with how you two act in the workplace. In fact, everyone thought Yukong disliked you due to the high standard she always held you to when that was only because she knew she could count on you.

: ̗̀➛ That said, your relationship wasn't a secret. Yukong wasn't exactly the type to be all clingy and affectionate in public, much less while on the job, so everyone dismissed it as a joke whenever you called her your wife. They just thought you were one of those guys who liked getting treated harshly. Safe to say they were floored when they saw Yukong giving you a kiss on the cheek before heading into the building.

: ̗̀➛ She may have been an ace pilot who could calmly conquer the battlefield in any situation, but she couldn't help but feel nervous introducing you to Qingni. Yukong was extremely relieved that the two of you got along. Though, much to her detriment, you bonded over pulling silly pranks on her when she least expected them.

: ̗̀➛ Domestic life with Yukong couldn't be any better. She's responsible for her share of chores and helps you out whenever she can. Both her and Qingni are also a joy to cook for because you can easily see the way their eyes light up once they take the first bite.

: ̗̀➛ Once a month, without fail, the three of you clear your schedule to have a picnic trip together. Most of the time, you're the one who cooks all of the food while Yukong is the one who sets everything up. Once you're done eating, the three of you often opt to fly kites or catch up with each other. Both activities give Yukong a lot of comfort.

: ̗̀➛ Your relationship with her feels like home. In a future full of uncertainties and doubt, you find respite within each other. You might have disagreements every now and then, but they only make your bond and trust in the other person even stronger.

"Dear, could you pass me the salt, please?"

"Mm. Here you go."

"..."

"..." It's been a little bit longer than an hour since you first got home. You and Yukong didn't fight or anything, but the awkwardness is killing you. It's obvious that both of you have had a tiring day, even more so than usual.

The dining room is filled with soft, yet sharp sounds of tableware, and you're the first to actually try to break this uncomfortable silence. "You know you can talk to me about anything, Yukong." She nods and sighs. "I know, it's just... I've never been good with words."

Annnnnd it's back to that same soundlessness again. Not another word from either of you until you're in bed together. "I apologize for always treating you so harshly at work." She suddenly speaks up, turning to face you.

"It's nothing personal. Besides, I wouldn't want to get special treatment just because I'm your partner. What brought this on?"

She shakes her head. "Nothing in particular. I've just been really stressed with work lately, and I don't wish to cause any for you."

"Not at all. I know you only do that because you trust me." You smile, brushing a stray strand of hair from her forehead.

"Because you're one of the few I can depend on. You're always doing your best, and I'm proud of you for it."

"Yeah. Thank you, Yukong."

"I just want you to know that you can depend on me too. You don't have to shoulder everything on your own."

"..."

"..."

"I love you."

"I love you too."

╰┈➤ NSFW ;

: ̗̀➛ Breeding. Breeding. Breeding. It's quite literally all that's on her mind whenever the two of you make love. You could say that it's because of her genes or heat cycles, but Yukong can't deny that she's always wanted to have little pups to care for.

: ̗̀➛ She doesn't even care if she cums as long as you promise to stuff her full by the end of it. Of course, you'd never be so cruel, but it just goes to show how she'll gladly do anything to get you to breed her thoroughly.

: ̗̀➛ To Yukong, it doesn't matter whether she's on top or bottom. While she'd be grateful if you did most of the work, she's also perfectly willing to put in effort to get what she wants. Whether it be in her career or in bed, it's a whole different feeling of satisfaction to get what you've worked so hard for.

: ̗̀➛ Yukong isn't very vocal in bed, but that doesn't mean she isn't feeling good. It's quite the opposite, actually. You know you've got her good when she's biting her lip, nails digging into whatever part of you she can reach as her cunt clamps down hard on you.

: ̗̀➛ Despite never actually have given birth before, Yukong has the ability to lactate. You don't even have to play with her breasts to get her to— she'll lactate a good bit just from having an orgasm. Playing with her nipples certainly helps, though.

: ̗̀➛ Call her vanilla, but Yukong dislikes using toys in bed. She thinks they're a waste of time and prefers to get straight into the action. She won't mind using them on you if you want her to, but when it comes to herself, she'd much rather you pound her silly instead of wasting your energy on vibrators and the like.

You're in the kitchen, on your way to start making breakfast. You woke up early, and what better use of your time to make Yukong a nice meal? Currently, she's in your shared room, getting some much needed rest.

Or so you thought until you saw her standing by the doorframe wearing nothing but one of your dress shirts. "Good morning, Yukong. What do you think of pancakes for breakfast?" You smile at her, on your way to grab your apron.

You're quickly stopped in your tracks when Yukong suddenly stumbles, almost falling to the ground. "Yukong! Are you alright?" She shakes her head. "My love... I need your help."

You're worried and confused for a moment before you look down to see her thighs sticky with her fluids.

Oh.

You gulp. "I understand. Don't worry, I'll take care of you." Your hands make their way to the buttons of her shirt, and you're able to feel just how hot her body is beneath it. Even more so than during her usual heat cycles.

You leave kisses along her neck, collarbones, and her now exposed chest, but it seems Yukong doesn't want that. Her mind is hazy, and her lust for you only worsens by the second.

She takes your hand, guiding it to her dripping cunt,and you can feel just how much she needs you. Yukong looks at you with dazed eyes, "There's no need for you to be such a gentleman. I'm... really not in the mood for teasing right now."

Bronya

╰┈➤ SFW ;

: ̗̀➛ Bronya loved being the Supreme Guardian. Truly, she did—but loving something doesn't mean she's always happy to do it. She was glad to help her people and take on their burdens, but the dark circles under her eyes spoke for themselves as did her obvious fatigue.

: ̗̀➛ Every day felt like an endless cycle of document after document until you came into her life. Everybody else felt it wasn't their place to try to assist Bronya with her duties, and you were the only one who made an effort to help.

: ̗̀➛ Seeing the cup of coffee on her desk with a small note always gives Bronya the strength she needs to push through the day because she immediately knows who it's from. The coffee is made just how she likes it, at just the right temperature. It's a secret that she won't tell even you, but she keeps all of those post-its you leave in a drawer and looks through them whenever she misses you.

: ̗̀➛ Even with a busy lifestyle, she tries to make as much time for you as she can and comes home into your arms as early as possible. Sure, fancy dates might not always be feasible, but can it really get better than cuddling with each other as you fall asleep?

: ̗̀➛ She doesn't want to reveal your relationship to the public until you're married, but everyone can clearly see that the two of you have something going on. The way she smiles when she's with you is completely different.

: ̗̀➛ Overall, they're just glad that their Supreme Guardian isn't overworking herself as much. Everyone tells her to rest, but you're the only one that she isn't as stubborn with.

Cocolia Rand, her mother. Cocolia Rand, the Supreme Guardian.

Since when did the line start to blur? Perhaps such a "line" did not exist in the first place. Perhaps she deliberately chose to ignore the undeniable signs of impending catastrophe. And yet, what did that lead to?

It's already been a year, but her nightmares repeat like clockwork all the same. Just when she thinks she's come to accept what happened, memories much too vivid come back to haunt her.

Bronya jolts awake in a cold sweat. She tries to draw breath, but air fails to enter her lungs. It feels as if they've closed themselves; as if this were punishment for her ignorance.

"Bronya... Bronya!" You call out to her. Seeing you has eased the aching in her heart ever so slightly, and finally, she can breathe.

Bronya hadn't shed a single tear since that day; she vowed to herself and to her mother that she wouldn't. Yet, without realizing it, a stream of them makes their way down her cheeks.

"I-I'm sorry, I don't know what's gotten into me so suddenly..." Bronya sniffles, wiping her tears. You pull her into a tight hug, and she gladly takes the opportunity to hide her face in your neck. She doesn't want you to see her like this.

"It's okay. It'll all be alright. I'm here for you."

Just like that, something inside of Bronya shatters. All of the anger and sadness she's felt for so long, all at once. She bursts into tears and sobs into your shirt. "You've been so brave, haven't you?"

Almost an hour passes as you comfort her, and she finally starts to calm down. She pulls away, looking up at you with puffy, tear-stained eyes. "There's nothing left. I've lost everything." You muster up the warmest smile you can manage and bring a hand up to caress her cheek. "You're wrong, Bronya. There is still something left." "A chance to take everything back."

╰┈➤ NSFW ;

: ̗̀➛ Bronya is the most submissive person to walk this universe EVER. The human embodiment of the phrase "you tell me to jump, I ask how high." She'll do whatever you want as soon as you say the word because making you feel good makes her feel good.

: ̗̀➛ Considering the type of person you are, sex with Bronya is almost like a competition of pleasuring the other person more. She's very good at turning you on, but she's way too tired to do much most of the time. Bronya still tries, of course, but you always end up winning this little "competition" of yours.

: ̗̀➛ She's such a big baby in a way that just makes you want to spoil her rotten. Holding hands, hugging, kissing, you name it— she'll cling onto you every chance she gets. The sweet thing just has to touch you, and you could never bring yourself to deny her.

: ̗̀➛ Her moans are so pretty, too! They're drawn-out and breathy, growing louder as she nears her orgasm. She tries not to be too loud, but it just feels too good sometimes. One side of you wants to make her scream your name loud enough for everyone else to hear, while the other wants to keep her cute sounds all to yourself.

: ̗̀➛ Scratches a lot, but the marks aren't too deep thanks to her nails always being perfectly filed. She doesn't leave hickeys (much) as she's more of the type to leave soft, quick kisses wherever she can reach. Bronya can't help feeling guilty seeing the red lines she made on your back, though. There are many other ways she can mark you as hers, after all. She doesn't want to hurt you.

"My love..." Bronya sighs dreamily, feeling your hands trail up her body. Your warmth provided her comfort to get through the night, and truly, that was the only thing she sought from you before all of this began.

A kiss. That was all it took for lust to plant itself in your hearts.

She tilted her head, and you gladly took the chance to leave soft kisses along her neck. Your fingers traced her body; down to her her hips, back up to her breasts, and finally, they found themselves playing with her nipples.

"Mmh..." Bronya groaned, leaning into your touch. You hum in response, rolling the buds on your fingers. "Beautiful girl." A soft, yet sudden pinch makes her gasp and arch her back. "Love you so much..."

Your warmth was no longer enough. Bronya wanted more; wanted you. You made her feel like the greediest woman in Belobog, and for some reason, she loved it. "Please, I want you."

Halting your movements, you gently flip her over so that you're on top of her. You take the hand covering her mouth and kiss the inside of her wrist. "Then, you will have me. I'm all yours."

Is lust just another fragment of love or an impurity that taints it? Is Bronya your adored muse, or your most beloved sin?

Eula

╰┈➤ SFW ;

: ̗̀➛ Honestly, the two of you didn't quite get along at first. She wasn't outright uncooperative when the two of you went on missions, but you could feel how strangely distant she was being for seemingly no reason. You only broke the ice once you invited her to a drink to celebrate finishing a particularly difficult mission together.

: ̗̀➛ She's never had someone willingly accompany her, much less invite her to a bar, so she ended up talking your ear off as she vented her frustrations about the discrimination she faced just for her last name. While her family has done some messed up stuff, that isn't necessarily her fault. She's just a normal girl.

: ̗̀➛ No one could've expected it, but the first thing you discovered you had in common with the infamous Spindrift Knight was your love for cheesy romance novels. How you found out? You were both drunk. You started reciting the cringiest dialogue you could remember from them, and Eula continued the lines after you.

: ̗̀➛ Even though you first got to really know her while drinking with her, Eula only really shows her true self once she's alone with you. She's the gentlest, kindest, most compassionate woman you've ever met. You wonder if the rest of Mondstadt were blind to not see Eula beyond her being a Lawrence, but really, she's only this vulnerable when she's with you.

: ̗̀➛ Marriage in particular is one of her biggest fantasies. There's just something really romantic to her about being so... deeply connected to each other. Eula always thought it'd be impossible for someone like her, yet, here you are. You accept her and all her flaws with open arms. She's so used to blazing flames to the point that your gentle warmth feels so alien. It's not a feeling she's used to, but that doesn't mean that she won't cherish it.

: ̗̀➛ Speaking of marriage, Eula would prefer to take your last name. She's not running away from her family's actions; much less is she trying to clear their name. Eula knows that what they've done is unforgivable. A name is what makes up a good part of your identity. It's what people will remember you as and it's who you are to them. Bearing your last name makes her feel like she's taking a part of you with her wherever she goes no matter how much time passes, and that gives her indescribable comfort.

Eula never liked the Windblume festival. No, Eula hated the Windblume festival.

Why wouldn't she? Everything was so noisy. Even during the day, taverns were filled with drunks merrily getting wasted. There were fewer commissioners, which left more work for her to do.

It didn't help that the Windblume Festival also symbolized the downfall of the Lawrence clan.

Festivity filled Mondstadt's winds, and any form of participation from her earned nothing but more scorn from the townspeople she works so hard to protect.

Although Eula had you this time around, she didn't want to keep you from enjoying the festival just because she couldn't participate.

Alas, she forgot to consider one thing: It's you who knows her best. You know that she wants to celebrate just like everybody else. So if she can't go to the festival, why not bring the festival to her instead?

Maybe you can't exactly replicate the festive atmosphere and the little games, but that wasn't going to stop you. The essence of the Windblume Festival doesn't lie in high-quality wine and fancy ceremonies, but in showing your loved ones that you care.

Eula had her suspicions when you suddenly took her on a date saying you "knew a spot," but she didn't expect to see a secluded place in the forest filled to the brim with dandelions.

"So? What do you think?" You smile at her, pride filling you once you see how awestruck she is. It's not often she's so surprised. "It's... beautiful." Eula replies. The softness of her voice as she says this is one she shows only to you.

After a moment passes, you take a deep breath. "You're everything to me," you pick a dandelion, presenting it to her with a confident smile on your face. "more precious than the very air I breathe..."

It's her favorite line from her favorite novel. To other people, it might not make sense, but she remembers it vividly and she's glad that you do, too. She can't help but chuckle as she takes the flower from your hand.

"Or the chocolates I love." She continues. Honestly, it sounds more cheesy rather than romantic in real life, but she can't stop herself from smiling like an idiot. After all, she always viewed those books as nothing more than a mere fantasy.

"You'll always be my treasure."

╰┈➤ NSFW ;

: ̗̀➛ Great would be an understatement to describe your sex life with Eula. She's flexible, has seemingly endless stamina, and her hips work wonders. Not to mention she has the most attractive body you've seen and an even more attractive face to go along with it.

: ̗̀➛ Eula is neither dominant nor submissive. She does things her own way, based on whatever she feels like doing at a given moment. If Eula wants to ride you, she'll ride you. If she wants to give you head, she'll give you head and vice versa. Eula is just focused on making the both of you feel good.

: ̗̀➛ She's fine with mostly anything as long as she can see your face during sex. If not that, then at least to feel your hands somewhere on her. Eula might not look like the type, but she's inexperienced with all of this and she just needs to see that you're the one making her feel so good.

: ̗̀➛ Eula denies it, but she loves the risk of semi-public sex. It gets her heartbeat rising and adrenaline pumping. Everything about it from having to keep quiet to the chance of being caught in such an explicit act turns her on.

: ̗̀➛ She's surprisingly shy in bed though, especially during your first time. She becomes all cute and focused, trying her best not to mess anything up. Eula becomes more daring and bold as time passes, but hearing reassurance and praise from you is always appreciated.

: ̗̀➛ Riding you is her favorite thing to do. The position you're in gives both of you just the right amount of control. She doesn't have to move much for it to feel good either, just feeling your cock grind against her walls has her biting her moans back.

"I understand that I'm attractive, but do you always have to be so... easily roused?" Eula looks up at you, a shade of pink spotting her cheeks and eyes full of annoyance.

Okay, maybe this was partly her fault since she's been putting herself in provocative positions in front of you, but she only expected a bit of fun once you got home.

She certainly wasn't expecting to suck you off in a random alleyway where you could easily be caught.

"Eula, you really don't have to..." You sigh. Admittedly, this whole situation was really turning you on, but you didn't want to force her into doing anything she didn't want to do nonetheless.

"You really think I'd let you walk home with such an obvious boner?" She glares. She did have a point— ignoring it would just bring both of you embarrassment. "Just... make sure to finish quickly. This place reeks..."

Nimble hands work to quickly undo your pants and free your aching cock. Eula would much rather take her time in the comforts of your home, but the situation just doesn't allow for that.

Not even a second later, you can feel her lips wrapped around the tip, working its way down your length eagerly. Every inch that isn't in her mouth is being carefully handled by her hands.

It takes all of your strength to keep quiet as she moves her tongue exactly how you like it. "Fuck... Eula..." You groan. When you start softly tugging at her hair and bucking your hips, she knows you're near your orgasm.

What really brought you over the edge was the sight of Eula grinding on her own hand as she sucked you off. Warm cum fills her mouth, and she swallows all of it. "Geez, you're gonna make a mess..." She complains.

Seeing the wet patch on her shorts, you know that you'll have to finish what you started.

[greenbubblefactory]

Matchup for Bellatrix

Congratulations you have a match with..

Idia Shroud !

★Now, at first glance this might seem like an unlikely pairing, but the moment I started connecting the dots, I knew you two would be an incredible match. You both have a naturally enigmatic presence while you’re independent and nonchalant, Idia leans toward introverted and reclusive. The result? He’d be completely intrigued by you. You’re someone who doesn’t reveal much about yourself at first, and for a guy who prefers to observe from a distance, that’s enough to make him endlessly curious.

★The first thing that would catch Idia’s attention is your intelligence. Your love for riddles, mysteries, and challenges? Oh he’d love that. The moment he realizes you enjoy mentally stimulating things, you’ve instantly earned his respect. He’d probably try to challenge you with some obscure logic puzzle or throw you into some elaborate game scenario, just to see if you could figure it out. And if you do? Oh boy. Expect his hair to flare up just a little as he mutters something about how “NPCs aren’t usually this smart…”except you’re no NPC, and that just makes you all the more interesting to him.

★And then there’s your humor. You have a playful, sarcastic side, and the way you use absurd expressions would absolutely throw Idia off at first. He’s used to people being predictable, but you? You keep him guessing. He’d be baffled when you suddenly start talking like someone from the 1800s one moment and then switch to tomboy energy the next. It would break him in the best way possible. You’d make him laugh when he least expects it, and though he’d grumble about it, deep down, he’d love the unpredictability.

★Now, let’s talk about your shared love of information. You enjoy listening to people talk about their passions, and Idia? He is built for that. The moment he realizes you’re willing to sit and listen to him ramble about obscure game lore, AI advancements, or some ancient strategy from an old RPG, he’ll be hooked. He might start off reserved, but once he realizes you genuinely enjoy it, he’ll open up like a floodgate. And the best part? He’d actually listen when you talk about your interests too. Expect him to casually drop facts about astronomy or deep-sea creatures in conversation, pretending like it’s no big deal when in reality, he absolutely spent hours looking them up just to impress you.

★Then there’s the matter of your habit of ruining romantic moments with jokes. If there’s one person who would understand that, it’s Idia. He’s so bad at handling romance that the moment he tries to be suave, he overthinks it into oblivion. So if you crack a joke to break the tension? He’ll either play along or dramatically overreact. And then of course it becomes a competition. You tease him, he tries to one-up you, and suddenly, instead of a romantic moment, you’re both laughing at your own ridiculousness. It’s chaotic, but it works.

★And let’s not forget your love for night explorations. The idea of sneaking around NRC to uncover all the hidden passageways? Idia would groan about it at first, saying something like, “You do realize I could just hack into the school’s surveillance camera and find them for you, right?” But deep down? He’d love it. He’d send Ortho to scout ahead for you, or better yet, reluctantly follow you himself grumbling about it the whole time but secretly enjoying the thrill.

★Your relationship would be the definition of an exclusive club,one built on deep conversations, sarcasm, and the kind of humor that only the two of you truly understand. You’d challenge him, intrigue him, and make his otherwise predictable world so much more interesting. In return, he’d show you a side of himself that few ever get to see the passionate, intelligent, and surprisingly thoughtful side that hides beneath all the self-deprecating humor.

English is not my first language so I'm sorry if there are any spelling mistakes!

[m4iya]

ᝰ.ᐟ✮⋆˙ Matchup #9 ˙⋆✮ᐟ.ᝰ

Now, onto the matchup…

I decided to match you with Iwaizumi Hajime!

One of the main factors that influenced my decision was your interest in a bunch of different sporting activities. Although he played volleyball in high-school, Iwaizumi is generally a sporty/sport orientated person. I can see the two of you getting along over something like that, going out all the time and playing sports together. You seem to me like a competitive person (correct me if I’m wrong) but I can also see you maintaining a friendly rivalry that carries on from one game to the next, keeping a tally on who’s’ won more games.

I can imagine the two of you starting off as good friends in high school. Perhaps meeting/taking proper notice of each other during PE, where you’d be the last two left on opposite dodgeball teams. Though, the match had to end in a tie as the bell for the next period rang, and the rest of the students didn’t want to sit through what seemed like a stalemate. Afterwards, competition sparked between the both of you, and you began to hang out even outside of class. You’d go to his practice after school, waiting for him so you could go somewhere together if he was free afterwards. You’d talk together casually, your interactions resembling this of people who had grown up together as opposed to having only met recently. Likewise, I can imagine a confession taking place at somewhere like a café. Unplanned, and rolling off the tongue like second nature. The two of you wouldn’t change much after that, and your relationship wouldn’t suddenly fall off the rails.

The two of you would also get along easily; I can imagine you both sending memes to each other, mainly brain rot from your end (correct me if you don’t watch those things). It’d either be you spamming him, receiving short replies or no replies, or texting/calling until late hours.

I can also see you both going on runs together when you’re a little older (athletic trainer iwa….) and heading to the gym together. He could give pointers on your form, or maybe you’d compete together over who could lift more weights. Though, a little more on the runs: He might come to your house to ‘pick you up’ so the two of you could get start from the same place together. He’d take scenic routes, close to lakes, or through calm areas without many people. If your run took place around afternoon, you’d occasionally stop to watch the sunset together.

Since you mentioned rating food on your spam, I could imagine it slowly incorporating another person who also wants to make his comments clear. Your ratings also might end up a little biased based on who paid…!

I can also see you as a beach person! And with that point, it’s time for a beach themed scenario:

You had been feeling antsy the whole day, eager to go somewhere – to do something other than scrolling on your phone. Checking the time on your phone every 10 minutes, you found that - well - 10 minutes had passed each time.

Groaning, you shoved your head into one of the many pillows that were strewn over your bed.

Yesterday during one of your late night talks with Iwaizumi, he offered to take you to the beach tomorrow seeing as the weather was heating up – and of course you agreed.

You stared across the room at your bag packed with your swimsuit, a beach ball, floaties and whatever else you could think to bring along.

So instead of sulking around, waiting for time to pass, you decided to head over to the kitchen and prepare some light sandwiches and snacks. By the time you finished shoving the remaining things you needed in your already stuffed-to-the-brim bag, your phone lit up with a notification.

‘I’m outside’

‘take your time but make it quick.’

Rolling your eyes with a chuckle, you immediately typed up a response.

‘awww is someone excited to see me?? ;3’

seen appeared under your message without a second’s delay.

Slinging the large beach bag over your shoulder, you left your apartment, locking the door behind you.

Parked in front of the entrance was Iwaizumi’s car. Strutting up to the door, you called out his name, annoyingly dragging it out. You could barely contain your laughter at the expression he wore as you took the passenger seat.

“Could you try to be a little less loud?”

“I mean, I can try.”

You told him about the various things you’d brought along, and he pointed to the backseat, showing you what he’d brought along.

“You brought a volleyball?” He asked, turning the wheel “What kind?”

“Just a regular beach one.”

“What do you mean regular?”

“One of those rainbow inflatable ones.”

“Then call it an inflatable one.”

“Whatever, they’re both volleyballs right?”

He chuckles, shaking his head in amusement. “You really don’t change much, do you?”

Raising an eyebrow, you notice the corner of his lips tugging upwards as the car comes to a slow halt at a stoplight.

‘Neither do you’ You thought as your gaze wandered to his wrist. He still wore his half of the cheap bracelet that you’d both won at an arcade together back in high school, even though you’d bought him much nicer things since then. You couldn’t help break out into a faint smile yourself. Obviously, you still had your half of the bracelet but out of fear of ruining it, it remained on your bedside table beside your expensive jewellery.

Parking the car, the two of you stepped out and walked towards the beach, the sand kicking up beneath your feet as you picked up the pace, excited. Setting your belongings down, the ocean was your first destination of the day. You both splashed water on each other, laughter drowning out the sound of waves crashing against the shore. He’d disappear under the waves for a few seconds, only to reappear behind you, his arms wrapping around your legs and waist ‘princess-style’, before launching you back into the water as a shriek closely followed.

Of course, you’d taunt him by tickling him underwater when he wasn’t paying attention; the sweet sound of his laughter that hadn’t changed since you’d met filling your ears.

[niuttuc]

My Favorite Cards of 2024: Murders at Karlov Manor

The year is pretty close to over, so let's go back over the sets released this year (with new cards at least), and go through a few of my favorite cards from that release. I'll group together stuff released together, in this case it'll be Murders at Karlov Manor, the Commander precons, and the Clue edition. I'll probably go through one set a day for the next week, though I might skip some days for personal reasons.

Cryptic Coat is a new twist on living weapons that feels really good to play with. While Duskmourn revisited the manifested auto-attach equipments a bit, this one has more gameplay to it by being an infinite mana sink, and the Ward 2 of cloaking makes it just a bit more fun. It also offers some interesting play patterns when you expect removal for it, as to when to activate it to bounce, and is great with blink effects, both to get more 2/2s by blinking the coat or blink the 2/2s to get the permanents hidden behind for free. The default rate of an unblockable 3/2 ward 2 for 3 is decent enough, and it doesn't feel too bad to play against either (outside of limited), there are points of interaction.

Aftermath Analyst is a new package for an effect we've seen rarely in the past, and good enough to spawn an entire deck in standard until rotation, while also being an excellent commander card for any green deck that has anything to do with the graveyard, or with lands. The main downside of World Shaper is that it never dies when you want it to, so putting the death fully into your hands makes the card feel so much better to play with.

Cases in general were pretty neat, but I'll single out these two because I've played with them quite a bit. Filched Falcon is relatively simple, but the low cost to entry and instant speed sac make it a powerful and tricky thing, always to keep in mind as a reason to keep up my mana. Crimson Pulse is a great way for aggressive red decks to go long, for matchups they can't close as fast as they'd want. Three cards a turn will end a game VERY quickly in red, and even the initial cast can be a divination when empty-handed.

I haven't played with Doppelgang much personally, but one has to respect a card with this much nonsense potential. The ability to target lands and your opponent's stuff turns this card from a narrow-hard to use card into something that will always impress and create unlikely scenarios, as long as you have the mana to put into it.

I love burninating people's boards, and Incinerator of the Guilty sure does that. It's easier to randomly have stuff in the graveyard than connect with a non-trampling Balefire Dragon, and you usually don't need that many hits to close out a game. Incinerator really loves haste but it replaced or joined Balefire in both my decks that were still playing it. And now that people have forgotten about it for new shinies, it's even available for about $0.50 while Balefire is still above $10 for some reason.

Is this design original? No, of course not, it's literally a copy paste of another card. But that other card is one of my favorite designs in the game, so it earns a spot here almost by default. Plus, it brought it back in standard.

Between the stellar art and buildaround potential, Insidious Roots decks have a pretty unique feel to them, not quite like other graveyard decks or other combo decks. Most forms of graveyard hate aren't even good against it if they trigger the roots, and the deck has been viable in a few places at points, which is quite the work from an uncommon.

I just like Gleaming Geardrake. Two artifacts for two mana, and a flying body that really loves random Treasures and other trinkets. It's won me many games, and was a bit slow in a bunch more, but it's just cute and neat.

Columbo closes it out with Final-Word Phantom. I generally like playing at instant-speed for trickiness, and only doing so during end steps is a fine way to make it less obnoxious while still retaining a good chunk of the utility. People no longer have to wait on you on every priority, just on end steps!

[mxtwister]

Cassette Beasts Showcase Predictions

More "official" reveal of the Kuneko + Magickrab plushies (easy opener)

Mobile port updates/bug fixes/statistic overview (again, introductory stuff)

CB soundtrack will be part of some kind of upcoming video game music festival.

New hidden remasters (I hold out that a Muskrateer one is coming I READ THE ARTBOOK) / Billboard quests / Merline encounters, updates that draw players back in without changing the game massively

Another crossover with a Raw Fury title (Ballionair, maybe?)

Mod manager for PC version (I'll crack and buy it on steam for an easy-access poly mod). CB is rife with potential for fanmade beasts and I wouldn't be surprised if they tempted players by streamlining the modding process.

The ittiest bittiest tiniest teaser for the next DLC. Not even what it is, just the fact that it'll exist. At some point. A screenshot or piece of early concept art feels like the most likely thing, and I wouldn't get my hopes up for a release date

Ok now the INTERESTING stuff

Showcase Wishlist

Partner merch drop. I have absolutely no idea what that might look like tbh. Possibly Youtooz figures of their main tapes? Alternatively, stylized cassettes for each character would be super cute (grey and yellow for Cat-5, green and red for Fungough, silver and blue for Decibelle, etc.)

Release of the live versions of the soundtrack on Spotify (PLEASE)

Improved multi-player battle system with random online matchups

Alternatively, a general update to multi-player mode where you can essentially take the place of the partners for the person you're playing with and experience the game alongside them

When it comes to the potential for sequel-bait, I think the most likely scenario is that it will be announced either this showcase or next year's (I like to think we're not at the end of CB's lifecycle JUST yet) alongside an announcement for the final DLC, which possibly leads into said sequel, to tide us over in the meantime. Like I said, I'd be happy if they kept up with our current game for a little while longer. BUT with the next-gen Switch on the way it might make sense to hop on that new consul hype and announce the sequel around the time that people will be picking up a brand new system they'll be eager to play with. But I'm no industry expert.

TLDR; I think it's very likely that any announcements made for the future of Cassette Beasts will be vague, with more info to come down the line. Outside of announcing new merch or a restock or minor quality-of-life updates I'm not confident we'll be getting anything substantial right away.

[suneslvr]

Okay, thank you!! 🤗 So, may I please request headcanons of a fem!reader who is dating Dazai, Chuuya and Ranpo (polyamory)? 🥺

(yan)!poly hcss w/ dazai, chuuya, & ranpo

warningss; yandere themes, mentions of kidnapping, obsidians; poly hcs with (ranpo, chuuya, and dazai x f!reader). notes; not proofread ;<. this is the yandere version but I will make the non!yandere version laterr

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I honestly feel this is one of the funniest matchups ever, but it would suck for you.

All three of them are extremely smart and that would make it extremely hard to escape.

I don't think they will live together but you'll either take turns between the three of them or you'll live in your own private apartment, and they come and visit you.

If it's the second one, then it would probably be strongly protected and even though you'll be by yourself they'll make sure you can't leave.

Obviously, you're going to get teased a lot, mostly by dazai and ranpo but sometimes by chuuya as well.

dazai is the type to defend you against ranpo and chuuya even though he does it more, ranpo doesn't really care but chuuya sometimes gets mad and that starts arguments between the two.

You probably like ranpo a little more only because during chuuyas and dazais argument, you can find some comfort in him.

Though he is still very mean. Ranpo loves to test you and play games with you. even if you already succumbed to stockholm syndrome, he will still test your love for them.

these tests would consist of various questions or sometimes even games.

for example, he would either hire someone to call you and pretend to be someone who can help you, just for ranpo to be listening in on the call.

Dazai is the least delusional out of the trio, with ranpo coming second and chuuya coming last.

even though dazai isnt as delusional, he wholeheartedly believes that you belong to him, and you should love him as much as he does.

ranpo is only delusional when you psychically deny him, as it would hurt him too much to know that you hate him so much that you wouldn't even let him push your hair back.

Chuuya on the other hand will be delusional until you say you hate him and try to murder him; he will always trick himself until believing that you don't hate him.

If you ever try to escape on the other hand, even though he doesn't want too, chuuya has the most violent punishments out of the three.

he hates hurting you, but he also is a firm believer that if your hurt enough once, he doesn't have to do it again.

dazai is the type to threaten you the first time and make it seem likes hes joking than when you actually try to escape the threat won't seem so empty. He'll tell you that if you ever tried to escape, he'll break your legs and never let you leave the house, but during this he'll be giggling. when you do try to escape, when he finds you, you'll wake with two broken legs, and he'll be laughing about how you won't be able to try to leave now.

Ranpo is the type of guy who shows you murder cases including all of the gory details, he loves your scared expressions and how you shake for days after. If you still try to escape, he'll be more hurt than anything and would let dazai and chuuya punish you while he calms down,

in general, this is like the worst-case scenario, the only thing worse would be a fyodor, mori, and nikolai poly relationship...

requests are encouraged <3

[carlsangel]

For Carl ideas besides fics and matchups I think it’d be a fun idea to do a little game called ’How Carl would react to you ______’. Basically someone would fill in the blank and send in a scenario (ex: How Carl would react to you surprising him with a new comic you found on a supply run) and then you would answer and respond to that scenario as Carl and react like how you think Carl would react in that scenario.

Does that make sense? Basically a fill in the blank scenario game where you would be answering and reacting as Carl?

YES I COULD TOTALLY DO THIS but ill probably write it more as explanations rather than like as him i feel like that’d be easier for me and i wouldn’t be too off base that way or id write it as like a mix of explanations and little blurbs i suppose :>

soooo yeah you guys can send how would he react scenarios and i’ll write them out for u! they can be fluffy angst or smut idrc :D

[penultimate-step]

I'm noticing that in several action battle series the villains and side characters have elaborate and complicated powers with specific abilities and limitations, but then the protagonist's power is something much simpler, along the lines of "punch harder."

I guess it makes sense from, almost a game design perspective, in that the villain's power's are designed as puzzles to solve or obstacles to overcome, while the mc's are meant to be the "toolkit" to solve them. In that case you can scale up a villain's power complexity as much as you want because they only need to exist for a limited number of encounters, while the protagonist's is kept vague enough that they can be reused as a "key" in many different scenarios. This also serves to simplify power system interactions, as most of the design energy can be shuffled onto one side, avoiding the trouble of working out tons of interlocking power combinations while still retaining the "feel" of a detailed system.

(And in this logic, maybe ally characters can have complexity because they aren't going to be used quite as often, and so the author can pick and choose which matchups to put them in, only deploying them when they have written an interesting corresponding obstacle. Though I'm less sure about this bit.)