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back for season 4, baby 🗺️
how are ya guys doing? i'm literally about to watch season 4 right now!! so excited, how is it so far? 🌊
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imagine just getting absolutely railed in a mating press by rafe
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I think we completely forget in s1 how after rafe got kicked out wheezie goes over and gives rafe her money.
Like this thirteen year old kid with no job obviously had saved that money for YEARS and when her brother was in trouble she gives it to him no questions asked. Like he didn't even ask her for it she just gave it to him.
It's so upsetting to see the amount of loyalty she has for that family and the shitty way they treat her in return
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missing s1 rafe cameron like a mf right now
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JJ Maybank character analysis
Luke Maybank and the unhealthy dynamics of parentification
What is parentification?
Parentification is a role reversal where parents are emotionally unavailable to provide support to the child typically due to their own problems often caused by alcohol or drug addiction or a mental illness. The child is forced to take care of themselves and take responsibility of the parent. Parents who are emotionally unavailable might also put down their children, contributing to a lack of self-esteem and increased stress for the child. This unavailability leaves the child without the necessary emotional guidance and stability.
The relationship between JJ and Luke Maybank
Luke is a single father. He is drinking and addicted to the prescribtion drug "Ambien", also known as a Z-drug. He is neglectful and abusive, failing to offer the emotional backing that JJ needs.
Luke Maybank is addicted to sedatives
Until about the third episode of the first season, we don't learn much about JJ Maybank's abusive family background. The first time we get a glimpse of his father is when Luke Maybank is exiting Barry's house, where he possibly went to get drugs or being involved in other shady activities. We also learn, that Luke Maybank lost his job at the salvage yard because he turned up drunk for work.
In Season 1, Episode 3, JJ Maybank and his friends visit the salvage yard to steal an underwater drone. During this scene, JJ concocts a lie about his father to distract the security guard, crying that his father "was gonna hit him again" if he wouldn't finish a certain task for him. The viewer is left wondering if there is some truth in his lie.
In Episode 5, father and son are on screen together for the first time in a dramatic scene, which intensity shocked many viewers. Beforehand, JJ Maybank was portrayed as funny, reckless and rebellious. There were no actual signs that he could have really been the victim of such vicious domestic violence as portrayed in this Episode.
In the scene Luke Maybank picks up his son JJ from the police station. As soon as they got into the car, Luke's entire rage is suddenly unleashed on JJ as he brutally beats him up. The mistreatment continues at home, where Luke verbally abuses his son mercilessly, possibly being under the influence of prescribtion drugs and alcohol. Meanwhile JJ locks himself in his bedroom. He is badly bruised and anxious, visibly traumatized and shaken by his father's actions.
"How you gonna get that money back, huh? By sittin' around doin' nothin'? I'm gonna tell you right now, you are a worthless piece of shit! Your Momma knew." (Luke Maybank, Season 1, Episode 5).
But physical abuse only being one possible hallmark of parentification. Parentification mainly involves overstimulation in parent-child interaction, where the focus is strongly on the parent's emotional needs. A strong indicator for JJ being parentified is, that he only feels valuable when fulfilling his father's needs. He really tries to please his father, desperately longing to "earn" just a small moment of parental kindness.
When he steals money from Barry's drug shack to pay for his restitution, he is even willing to jeopardize his friendship with the Pogues, just to fix things with his father.
At first, Luke gratefully accepts the money. JJ is shown beaming with relief and happiness over his father's praise and appreciation. But soon after Luke makes it clear that he doesn't want to use it for the restitution to help his son. He argues that the money was his to spend because JJ had already "cost him so much".
Luke instills guilt in JJ by blaming him for his misery (Season 1, Episode 7)
With that being said, Luke twists the fact that it is actually his paternal duty to provide for JJ's basic needs. Instead, he manipulates JJ by making him feel responsible for financial burdens, further solidifying JJ's role as a caregiver.
When JJ objects and takes his money back, his father beats him again. This time, JJ fights back, ultimately overpowering his father, pinning him to the ground. JJ is about to possibly hit and kill him with an object, but at the sight of his father being defeated he breaks down in tears, heartbroken and frustrated about his father's repeated rejection towards him and possibly feeling guilty and ashamed about having to defend himself like that against his own father. As JJ realizes how weak his father is, he might have also felt uncomfortable and confused with the sudden power he has over him. Notably, that particular scene also visualizes the unhealthy role reversal between father and son.
"You gave me nothing. You gave me nothing but a shitty life. All you ever did was try to scare me. But guess what? I am not scared of you anymore!" (JJ Maybank, Season 1, Episode 7)
The internal struggle between longing for parental affection and dealing with the reality of his father's behavior becomes clearer in Episode 10 when JJ tries to steal the key to Luke's boat, the "Phantom".
As JJ is about to take the key off his sleeping father, Luke surprisingly wakes up in a changed demeanor. He apologizes to his son, not without shifting part of the blame onto JJ, saying: "You remind me of your mother".
"I know I'm hard on you sometimes. But sometimes I see your mother in you. And it get's me a little tweaked, you know?" (Luke Maybank, Season 1, Episode 10)
Although Luke comes across sincere and apologetic in this moment, he actually refuses to take any responsibility for mistreating his son. Worse than that, he shifts the blame onto JJ's mere existence and heritage. This justification for his anger issues is another form of abuse and emotional manipulation.
Additionally to that, Luke Maybank repeatedly brings up JJ's missing mother and his frustration about her, with complete disregard for his son's feelings for her. He never considers whether JJ loved his mother, if he misses her, or if JJ himself is hurt or confused by her disappearance. He focuses only on his own pain and frustration, completely ignoring his sons feelings who must navigate complex emotions and family dynamics all by himself.
JJ finally accepts his father's attempt to hug him because he deeply craves for his approval and love. In doing so you can see him desperately trying to push down his emotions and unsuccessfully holding back his tears. The intimate moment is interrupted when Luke, under the influence of his drugs, collapses back on the couch sleeping, allowing JJ to think clearly again and finalise his mission of taking the key of his father.
Another instance where the role reversal becomes very clear is when Luke JJ helps his dad to escape to Yucatan in Season 2, Episode 8. After they share an emotional farewell on the boat, JJ gives his father some money for the journey and secretly disposes the pills fueling Luke's addiction. These actions are another example of JJ routinely stepping into a caretaker role, which traditionally belongs to the parent.
Luke Maybank pressures his son into helping him for the last time (Season 2, Episode 8)
JJ stays behind, relieved that his father cannot harm and manipulate him anymore. But his hopes are fading that he will ever change. JJ is left with the growing certainty that he will, despite his relentless efforts, never be able to have the unconditional love and acceptance he craves for. It is questionable if JJ will ever give up seeking his father's love and acceptance, but due to his personal growth in the last three season it becomes clear that he will no longer fight for it to the point of self-sacrifice.
Luke Maybank leaves his son (supposedly) for good in Season 2, Episode 8
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We're the Pogues, and our mission this summer is to have a good time, all the time.
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Intoxicating Embrace
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This one is for @ihe4rttwd I hope you true enjoy it caused had fun writing it and I'm sorry for making you wait forever!!!
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Rating: Mature
Warning: oral (m reseving x2), slightly tipsy sex, harsh language, name calling such as (needy slut, pretty bunny, cum slut and more, unprotected sex(wrap the willy you silly), creampie (x2), smutty- fluff (at the end), hair pulling, please let me know if I missed any, not proof read, MDNI!!!
I repeat MINORS DO NOT INTERACT!!!!!
Category:M/F/M
Fandom: Outerbanks (obx) (TV series)
Relationships: Rafe Cameron x f reader x Pope Hayward (every one is over the age of 21)
Summary: who would have thought that the Kook prince would date 2 Pogues?
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As the soft glow of candlelight filled the room, I couldn't help but feel a flutter of excitement in my chest. It was our first official date night at home, and I was eager to spend quality time with both Rafe and Pope. The three of us had been growing closer over the past few years, and tonight felt like a milestone in our now stable relationship.
I had prepared a cozy setup in the living room, with blankets and pillows scattered on the floor. The aroma of homemade dinner filled the air, adding to the ambiance. As I put the finishing touches on the table, I heard the doorbell ring, signaling their arrival. Opening the door, I was greeted by Rafe's warm smile and Pope's gentle nod. They both looked handsome and relaxed, ready for a night of relaxation and connection.
"Hey, Y/n," Rafe said, his voice filled with anticipation. "This place looks amazing. You've really outdone yourself." I blushed, feeling a surge of pride. "Thanks, Rafe. I wanted tonight to be special for all of us." Pope stepped forward, his eyes filled with appreciation. "You've created such a cozy atmosphere, Y/n. It feels like a sanctuary." I smiled gratefully, gesturing for them to come inside. "Well, I hope you both enjoy it. Let's sit down and eat." We settled onto the floor, our plates filled with delicious food. As we savored each bite, the conversation flowed effortlessly.
We talked about our favorite memories form when we started dating up to now. It was a night of getting to know each other even more on a deeper level, sharing our vulnerabilities and desires. Rafe reached across the table, his hand gently brushing against mine. "Y/n, I feel so lucky to have you in my life. You bring so much joy and light." I felt my heart skip a beat, my gaze meeting his. "Me too, Rafe. You and Pope have brought so much happiness into my life."
Pope's eyes sparkled with warmth as he spoke. "Y/n, you have this incredible ability to make us feel seen and loved. It's a gift." The air between us was charged with a mix of excitement and nervousness. We were all aware of the growing tension between us, but none of us had yet voiced our true feelings and needs. As the night wore on, we moved from the dinner table to the cozy nest of blankets on the floor.
We ended the night fully naked tangle into each other. More specifically with Pope watch rafe pound me into the bed. Rafe laughed lowly, using one hand to grip my hair, using tge other to lock both my arms behind my back. I gasped, head down now makeup smeared sheets, as he began pistol driving his hips into me with brutal force.
I try to move from him feeling the pressure build up quicker then expected. “You aren’t gonna fuckin run from this dick, nah.. take that shit and make a fuckin mess on it. You gotta be a good cum slut for us baby." He nearly growled, not caring that you still had to take Pope next.
"S'too much Rafey...I-I can't, please." I whimper and whine into the sheets. "Oh, s'oki pretty bunny, we got you. Pope and I are gonna take real good care of you; just let Daddy get you there first." He says as he motions Pope of to join. "C'mon princess you gotta get my dick wet, although from what I see It's not gonna be that hard to slide right in." Pope said right before shoving his dick down my throat, while taking my hair from Rafe making a ponytail. "Oo Fuck Pope just wait til you get back here, think we'll get her to squirt tonight." Rafe chuckled out before sending a slip you my ass. "Oh most definitely and God her throat is taking me so good, sit she probably won't need to swallow with how open it is."
I let out a loud whimper moan feeling like I was about to cum what felt like the 100th time tonight. "Mmm I think you need some help baby." Pope laughed before reaching under me with his dick still fucking my throat with no remorse to rub my swollen clit, while Rafe was still thrusting in me.
"Fuck, keep clenching down on me like that you needy cum slut, I'll cum in you right row." While sucking Pope I groan loudly and keep clenching Rafe's dick to make him cum two seconds later. "Shittt, I need to take a pic." Rafe said before pulling out to get his phone.
"Damn baby, I'm close don't stop sucking ny dick baby." Pope says before smacking my ass and spreading my legs for Rafe to get good and easy access to take good pictures of my puffy, cum leaking pussy. Before I could register what was happening cum was shooting down my throat. "Swallow fr us and open up pretty bunny." Rafe said from the edged of the bed and I do so.
"Ohh you nasty slut maybe I should cum down yiur throat while Pope fucks mine and himself back into tha needy pussy." I quickly nod my head before Pope filled me over onto my back and slapped his still hard dick on my puffy sticky pussy. "Mmm s'too big Pope, can't-cant take it. "Oh you know you can princess, we know you can so be a good girl for me yeah." Pope says before sliding in pushing and using Rafe's cum as lube. "See what'd he say baby we know you can take him now open wide for daddy." Rafe stalked and towered over me with one knee on the bed making it easier for me to suck his dick.
I gasp feeling Pope thrusting deep, hard and fast before feeling rafe using my throat the same way Pope did. All I could do was moan and let out slight gags here and there. "Rafe, rub her clit I'm pretty sure if I keep the pace up she'll squirt." Rafe groaned and the thought of me squirting of Pope and started rubbing as if he was the flash even giving my pussy a few slaps, causing me to whimper and shake in pleasure.
"Ohh did we break our poor bunny, no thoughts in that dumb bunny brain huh." Rafe says with him and Pope watching me jolt in pleasure only able to whimper. "Mmm" I try to shake my head even though the pleasure was too good to deny. "Aww I think we did break her Rafey, aww baby I don't know what your tring to say but I know you're close."
Pop and Rafe both speed up their actions abusing my still needy pussy. Within the thirty seconds that the sped up I was shaking and squirting with pleasure. "Fuck baby, I'm gonna cum and I need you to swallow." Rafe says right before cumming down my throat. I only let out soft whimpers, throat to sore to stay anything
Once the three of us came down from our high the heat within my pussy lingers until pope pulls out, causing our mixed cumm to spill from my now empty and lonely hole. "Shit I think we actually broke her." Pope says before slowly going to run a nice hot bath. Rafe quickly following suit to get me cold water and a snack to help me come back down. "Don't fight just drink some yeah." Rafe smiles holding the water to my lips causing me to drink.
Once in the bath me in Pope's arms, Rafe at the opposite side of the tub. They both took turns grazing over the marks they left, and getting each other and myself all clean before bringing me to bed with fresh new sheets. "m'so proud of you baby." Rafe said before putting me in one of Pope's shirt. "We, both are baby." Pope kissed my head as they laid beside me with aton of snack and water on the night stand ready for me at any moment I asked.
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#jj maybank#rudy pankow#obx s1#obx cast#obx#the pogues#obx pogues#outer banks icons#obx icons#pogues for life
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Cried over this instagram live a few years ago now I'm gonna make it your problem 🥲
#outer banks#obx s1#obx s2#obx s3#john b routledge#jj maybank#john b and jj#chase stokes#rudy pankow#god i hate this show but im gonna have to watch s4 for them huh#just them#they are everything to me 😭😭😭
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TOUNGE TIED.
pairing(s): hot!drunk!demanding!rafe × kook!fem!brunette!reader
probs a blurb since its short <3
for my love @theblackcatwitch4 masterlist.
DESC reader is at a bar and rafe falls in love with a particular tounge-periced whimpery brunette.
[currently just imagining rafe fucking you so manly.]
🏁WARNINGS: regular fucking, fingering, open mouth, drunk, demanding rafe, cursing, slapping, kind of oral sex with the tounge peircing? groaning, adrenaline, the WORST un protected sex.
🚩MDNI🚩
REQUESTS | OPEN
after a long day of working at the wreck, and getting fired, you step up to your porch and press your keys into your door, swinging it open and kicking your heels off on the hard wood floor.
you throw the door shut and go into your kitchen to pour yourself a drink.
you huff and pull out your parent's expensive wine they gave you for your housewarming party.
you slip your lips in the glass as you roll your eyes.
this wasn't gonna cut it for you. you definitely needed something stronger.
you set the glass down and go back to your door to slip your heels back on, grabbing your keys and getting into your car to head to the bar.
you pull up and slam the door behind you, going up the counter, to order 2 drinks to start with.
you take a seat, swinging your head and legs around. you needed to get drunk so bad.
you were horny. out of your mind. you almost squirmed in your seat, almost eager for your ex to show up at this shitty bar so you could fuck.
the bar was busy. it was a friday night after all.
you squirmed and rocked yourself in your seat, taking one shot after another, your tounge pericing locked in your glass, clinking to the drink.
suddenly you see some...boy.
he was eyeing the metal in your tounge as you drank, you glanced slightly under the counter to see his dick pointed up so hard in his shorts.
you knew him, from school. the way his hair was pushed back. his button down shirt that only revealed a sliver of his toned chest.
was it just drunk you, or was he hot?
no. you began drinking one after another.
Rafe kept eyeing you, smirking then looking away, drinking at his bourbon.
you licked your lips a little and downed another drink.
you knew who it was, you always found him attractive, his dick. his tallness, his..ugh
after all, it was rafe cameron.
you slowly stood up, making your move. a little shaky, but you gave him such a desperate look, pouted lip, making your way into the bathroom.
you walked clumsy and drunk, your dark hair melting behind you as you slipped in the doorway.
he was already following you in.
you tied your thighs together as he appeared in the dimmed light.
"whats such a pretty girl like you doing here, by yourself? mmm?"
you made your lip go down and look up at him pouted and squirmy.
"oh- rafe i cant."
you bit your lip and gave him a dirty smile.
you whined, going on your knees.
he pulled you off the floor aggressively, gripping your arm tight.
"rafe! you're scaring me-"
he slapped into your ass again and again..which made you rub yourself up and down, sliding against yourself.
he stepped up and backed you into the wall.
"clothes, now."
he tightened his grip around your body and slammed you against the tile.
you were shaking at this point. you took off your shirt and dropped it on the floor as he demanded. he unziped his shorts, revealing his pointed up hard dick.
he slipped off your silk bra as he grapsed your breast, planting kisses on your thighs making you groan desperatetly, making his way up your underwear, as he went into your tits, biting.
you held onto his shirt as he began to bite into your neck and go down back into your cleavage.
he sucked and sucked and then his dick went inside.
you breathed sharply in, the air was damp and hot, his breath was hot. he was so unbelievably wet.
you held onto his shoulders, and let yourself feel the sour you had been craving for ages.
you went up, and down over and over, he massaged under and up, making you grasp for your life, making your pussy drip on the floor.
you moaned loudly as he choked you with his large, veiny hands.
"sit still."
you whined desperately again.
"Goddamnit!" he groaned angrily
he gripped you even tighter, if that was possible.
the lump in his throat made you whiney, like a desperate little girl.
he spread his entire wet tounge into yours, him tasting the coppered metal in your mouth.
he bit your lip so hard it made it bleed which made you squeal.
he groaned, that peircing was so hot.
you couldnt breathe anymore as you fucked, fucked, fucked. He put his finger up, water was trickling down your spine.
he went up so good it made you cum right away.
"good girl."
he held you so tight you couldn't move anymore, but he was going so fast so sexy
you couldn't even say you were...
his right hand was down, and it was full of your cum.
the tips of his hair was sweaty and his warm tounge was inside yours.
his veins were practically out of his hand, the more he tightened his grip the harder you felt your body heat.
you were going up so hard you couldn't recieve oxygen anymore.
"fuck, rafe."
you tried to catch your breath but he wouldnt let you.
your body went red as he bit into your neck more, it hurt so good, him grasping.
"the metal...you're tounge..its so hot."
the rasp in his deep, pissed voice made your stomach rush in an addictive pain.
his warm cum filled you, and it made your lower abdomen sore.
his wet, huge pussy inside you made you slober all over him, he sucked it into his mouth and ate into your lips.
"you're so easy to make feel good, m?"
you were up against the cold tile so hard, the heat made it warm. the hottest orgasm.
you moaned a little too loud which made you choke as his hand went deeper into your neck, you felt like you were purple.
sweat dripped down his abs, his dick, his face.
you were fucking so hard you couldn't see.
you went so feminine it made him go in such a sexy..man..so dominant.
"come on, go in like the little slut you are."
he bit and sucked the pericing in your mouth, his dick felt like it was reaching into your brain, clinging and running his large fingers into your long dark hair.
you whimpered and gasped for some kind of air, but he just gripped tighter and tighter.
he thrusted his hand up and down your vagina making your underarms and inner thighs sweat.
he was holding them against his body, grasping the inside of your legs, resting your moving head against the wall back and forth.
your mouth was hot and open, while you choked.
your neck was against the tile, slippery, tilting your head all the way up to the blurry ceiling light.
"thats it baby girl you're doing so well." he cooed in your ear.
you fucked for an entire hour, it was so sour and the two of you couldn't get enough of it.
he tucked your dark toned hair back behind your ear before he dropped you, your body sliding against the wall slowly back down to the floor, you couldn't breathe. that was the sweatiest you've ever felt in your life.
you looked up to see him standing over you, chin down, dark blue eyes staring down at you in the sweetest misery, his dick right in your face.
your bare ass was spread on on the cold tile, pussy warm, and your legs we're exhausted.
you panted hard, swallowing.
cum was spread all over the clothes that were beneath the two of you. your brain felt like it was on fire, that was the best fuck you've had in a while.
his veiny wrists and hands were covered in your own slober and wetness.
you looked up at rafe trying to catch your breath, watching him try to get his slimed hand to move after such fingering.
he licked off his fingers and tutted.
"so you know, beautiful, that peircing of yours was what got me goddamn hard for you."
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i know kiara might have been a little bit of a pick me in season 1 to sarah but holy shit imagine how annoying it would be if you´re best friend who ditches you and made you return to your suicidal state NOW wants to hang out with the new friends you made because she finally realised her circle was useless and now shes with your male friend.
Listen i loved sarah in s1 and s2 but Kiara was always right. She didn't want sarah to hang out with them because she would hurt John b.
Although guess what KIARA WAS RIGHTT
In s3 sarah cheated on John b just like with her other 5 bfs so don't even say it was not expected.
Anyways i actually don´t care that she cheated on him because the only characters i truly like are JJ,Kiara,Pope and Cleo.
Kiara the pogue queen always on top.
#kiara carrera#sarah cameron#john b routledge#bring it on home john b#outer banks#obx s1#obx s2#obx s3#obx s4#jj maybank#pope heyward#cleo obx#jiara#jarah#cleope
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just rewatched the scene where jj takes the fall for pope and almost started crying like that man is IN LOVE
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JJ Maybank character analysis
The meaning of the gun
"I got this thing, you know, to protect us" (JJ Maybank, Season 1, Episode 3)
At the start of the Pilot we see JJ Maybank as a funny, imaginative, rebellious guy who, although doesn't really think through the consequences of his actions, seems quite harmless.
However, his personality becomes a bit darker and erratic after he steals a loaded gun. He gets literally obsessed with always carrying it around and, to the dismay of the Pogues, does not hesitate to show it off for intimidation.
The possession of the gun holds a deep symbolic meaning for JJ Maybank, which goes far beyond the simple necessity of self-defense. Psychologically it can be described as "compensation" and a "defense mechanism." These terms describe how individuals use symbolic objects or behaviors to cope with inner conflicts or to make up for a lack of control in their lives.
The gun as a symbol for power and control
For JJ, who grows up in an environment where he has little control over his own life and safety, the gun symbolizes the opportunity to regain control. The gun gives him the feeling that he can protect himself and his friends.
Also, JJ is the one who faces the most oppression from many sides—whether it's from his abusive father, societal stigmas, or conflicts with the Kooks. Owning a gun represents a form of power that he otherwise lacks. It serves as a means for him to defend himself against those who oppress him.
In a powerful scene in Season 1, JJ points the gun at his abusive father and later breaks down crying to his friends: "I can't take it anymore... I was gonna kill him!"
The gun as an expression of JJ's inner conflicts
JJ's decision to possess a gun is an expression of his inner anger and desperation. The weapon represents his deep-seated frustration and his drive to combat the feelings of helplessness that overwhelm him due to his familial and social circumstances. It also expresses JJ's self-destructive tendencies. His willingness to take extreme measures highlights the depth of his emotional pain and despair.
The gun as a proof of coming of age
For JJ, forced to grow up early due to parentification, the gun also symbolizes his claim to independence and maturity. It is a means through which he can prove himself as capable and adult, someone who can protect himself and others.
Because he is often not taking seriously, JJ believes that possessing a gun will earn him more respect. It is an attempt to strengthen his position in the social hierarchy and assert his autonomy.
"(...) Remind you that I am the only one who can properly defend us." (JJ Maybank, Season 1)
The key moment of JJ losing his weapon
In "Outer Banks" Season 2, Episode 4 JJ Maybank finally gives up his weapon. It happens when the Pogues are about to get cornered by the police. JJ brandishes his gun in order to assert control over the situation. Recognizing this, John B steps in by assertively taking the gun out of JJ's hand, letting it fall to the ground, gently reassuring him, that he is going to be ok.
This message was extremely important for JJ, lifting the heavy weight of responsibility finally off his shoulders. JJ, being usually prepared to constantly put his own life on the line for the well-being of his father or his friends in order to "earn" their love and respect, was now protected and guided himself by his best friend.
"It's gonna be alright." (John B., Season 2, Episode 4)
After a short moment of indecisiveness and shock, JJ gives in and completes the act by quickly kicking dirt over the gun, so it stays hidden before the police can find it.
This is one of the most powerful, though underrated scenes in Outer Banks, because it really marks a key moment of JJ's personal development. It signifies his willingness to confront his inner demons: giving up control- for once not relying on himself but really trusting someone else's judgement. He is also accepted and cared for without having to proof himself or fulfill someone else's needs beforehand.
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#obx#outer banks#netflix#2020#season 1#obx s1#John B#John B Routledge#Kiara Carrera#Kie#Pope Heyward#Pope#JJ#JJ Maybank#Chase Stokes#Madison Bailey#J.D.#Rudy Pankow#The Twinkie#1x01
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My gift to the OBX fandom for Christmas
#outer banks#obx#obx aesthetic#obx s1#obx season 1#obx pogues#p4l#pogue 4 life#back when they were all happy and normal ugh sad face#I CAN'T STOP USING SONGS FROM THE PRACTICAL MAGIC SOUNDTRACK HELP ME#if you look at the og scenes you can see how much my coloring changes the sunsets and sunrises ugh
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