#pokémon inspired scents

[allthingsscented]

pokémon inspired scent combination! this one is for Gengar 😈

i feel the dark spooky spice of immortal with the plum and then the sharp bitey fruitiness of the candy apple cauldron are perfect for Gengar's mischievous vibe!

[sadpearljhonny]

Alright, let's start showing these designs first we have the Tomoe Mami inspired line:

Petitmilla, The seed Pokémon, grass type.

They are usually very friendly and cordial to pokemon and humans. They are often seen caring for other Pokémon and healing them with the healing properties of their leaves.

Maidprout The Pokémon costume and the evolved form of Petitmilla.

Despite its small size this Pokémon can give powerful attacks with its hands in the form of loops. They can be seen prowling in meadows tending flowers or caring for pokemon

Candelloro, the disguise Pokémon and the evolved form of Maidprout.

They are said to give off a pleasant scent, which these Pokémon use to invite other pokemon to their home where they will often no longer let them go, tying them up with their vines.

[chiiroptereh]

The bats of Pokémon through the eyes of a bat nerd (who also used no references so they're a tiny bit iffy)

Forgot to bring my tablet so I'm playing with dad's rainbow markers and pens. I kinda dig it actually but my phone cannot take proper photos of them lol

Nerdy stuff about design choices and lots of bat facts under the cut if you're interested in that!

Zubat is mainly modelled after Vespertillionidae and Natalidae species, inheriting both families' pointy faces and dense fur that often covers their eyes, making them appear blind (except zubat actually is blind). Their wings are broad, more akin to a Megadermatidae species, which was just a choice based off of the original design. Broader wings allow for increased manoeuvrability at the cost of speed in real species. Their legs are long and spindly, another trait borrowed from Natalidae.

Golbat still has zubat's woolly fur to keep its rounded appearance but has narrower wings as well as stumpy ears and a large mouth, all traits gleaned from free-tailed bats, the latter a trait specifically of the genus Otomops. They really do look like that sometimes yes. Its large feet are borrowed from the fish-eating myotis (Myotis vivesi) who frankly has even bigger feet than this guy. Bats are wacky lol

Crobat has a mostly furred face similar to Pteropid, Rhinolophid or Phyllostomid bats. Its ears are more fantasy and not modelled after any existing species. I had hairy-tailed bats of the genus Lasiurus on the mind while interpreting the little tufts on its bum, here they're meant to be fluff hanging off the uropatagium. It has very narrow wings similar to Molossid bats, and it fits for such a speedy Pkmn! (Fun fact: a Molossid bat was the fastest recorded vertical flight of any animal)

Woobat is inspired by Desmodus species, more commonly known as vampire bats. While their cousins the Honduran white bat (Ectophylla albus) is more commonly the interpretation, I chose Desmodus instead for its flat, heart-shaped noses and similar dental structure. The excess in fur is more attributed to the same families as in zubat, but with some more Lasiurine influence.

Swoobat's choice in inspiration was pretty obvious to me at first: the heart-nosed bat (Cardioderma cor)! The furred face and ears joined at the base is indeed inspired by Megadermatid bats but otherwise it has probably the most mixed influences of all these designs. I once again took the flat, heart-shaped nose from Desmodus species like I did with its pre-evo, and then its tail was adapted from Rhinopoma species (fittingly known as mouse-tailed bats!) as well as Molossid (free-tailed) bats. From an entirely nerdy perspective swoobat is easily my favorite, it really highlights a lot of chiropteran diversity whether intentional or not.

Noibat has joined ears like swoobat, inherited from Megadermatid bats (and sometimes Molossids) and is the first to have an actual nose-leaf, partially influenced by trident bats of the genus Asellia. I was kind of imagining that the bare patch between the tufts of black fur were present because they housed scent glands like in Emballonurid (sac-winged) bats who have similar bald patches. (I don't know a ton about Emballonurid bats unfortunately, so I'm not sure whether this is a family-wide occurrence or attributed to certain genii, lol. If anybody knows feel free to tell! I think some Molossids have scent glands too so heck throw them in as well)

Noivern is easily the most fantastical of the bunch, more dragon than bat, but it wouldn't feel right not to include him. He's got the same design choices on the face that its pre-evolution has (joined ears and nose-leaf) but otherwise doesn't have any more specific influences in batty terms. However, I turned the tragus into that little protrusion under the ear of the original design which I thought was kind of clever ;)

[koffeebreakmelts]

Hello there! My name is Kanra, and I sell fandom inspired wax melts (and candles coming soon)!

This will be a pinned post with all of my available products as well as some frequently asked questions, but for now, consider this a base introduction post.

My fandoms (so far) include:

Star Wars: The Clone Wars (clones), Star Wars: The Bad Batch, Star Wars: Rebels, Final Fantasy, Genshin Impact (Mondstadt, Liyue, Inazuma, Sumeru, Fontaine), Honkai: Star Rail, Animal Crossing, Legend of Zelda, and Pokémon.

If you like cozy vibes and unique scent blends, please consider browsing my Etsy shop and picking up a scent or two. 🩷

https://koffeebreakmelts.etsy.com

[ecreau]

And for my last introductory post~ it’s all about my logo!

Is it a mouse, a Pokémon-like creature, or just a random shape? It’s actually a hedgehog! I grew up surrounded by different animals—from dogs to even piranhas. I’m not kidding! We had a school of piranhas that I used to feed. I had an unusual childhood. 😅

The logo is inspired by my late pet, Hugo, an albino hedgehog. He was a lovely companion who would sleep on my lap, drawn to the scent of my clothes. The first time I held him, I was scared because of his sharp spikes! But over time, we became friends, and his spikes softened. I miss him so much~

I hope you’ve enjoyed my introductory/recap posts. Tomorrow, I’ll start posting my Faketober entries and some reels I’ve created. I’m both nervous and excited!

Happy October, everyone!

-

“Beautiful Things Blossom”

[seeker-for-arts]

Raincode Pokemon headcannons

Although I’d never thought I would return to writing for this fandom, I can’t say I didn’t enjoy writing this.

This is something that has been done for many fandoms, including Raincode, despite the smaller fanbase. It’s been a while since I had written anything for this game, but reading Raincode NG+ by MHJoker4Ever, which had recently been continued after a hiatus, quickly got me inspired. Their fic series expands on many minor characters and gives them more characterization, which you’ll see me adapting here. For each character, I have included a Pokedex entry that can best show why I chose those Pokemon for them. Some have an in character blurb showing how they coexist with their partner, and some others have a direct explanation from yours truly. Without further ado…

Nocturnal Detective Agency

Yuma - Reuniclus

“When Reuniclus shake hands, a network forms between their brains, increasing their psychic power.” - Reuniclus Black Pokedex entry

Halara - Hisuian Lilligant, Tsareena, Lucario

“I suspect that its well-developed legs are the result of a life spent on mountains covered in deep snow. The scent it exudes from its flower crown heartens those in proximity.” - Hisuian Lilligant Legends Arceus Pokedex entry

“A kick from the hardened tips of this Pokémon's legs leaves a wound in the opponent's body and soul that will never heal.” - Tsareena Shield Pokedex entry

“It can tell what people are thinking. Only Trainers who have justice in their hearts can earn this Pokémon's trust.” Lucario Shield Pokedex entry

A commonality amongst Halara’s Pokemon is their Fighting typing, and how they attack with kicks, much like themselves. Tsareena matches Halara’s disposition almost uncannily well, having become cold and merciless in order to protect itself, and draws a comparison between Halara and Fubuki, who is in possession of the more innocent and naive first form, Bounsweet. However, Halara still values justice and doesn’t tolerate wrongdoing, which was why Lucario found commonality with them and eventually pledged to stay by their side.

Desuhiko - Ditto, Zoroark

“When it spots an enemy, its body transfigures into an almost perfect copy of its opponent.” - Ditto Yellow Pokedex entry

“Each has the ability to fool a large group of people simultaneously. They protect their lair with illusory scenery.” - Zoroark White Pokedex entry

Sometimes, when extra hands are needed for an investigation, Ditto and Zoroark act as invaluable helpers for Desuhiko, also being able to disguise themselves. However, a limitation of their disguises that Desuhiko himself doesn’t have is their inability to mimic human speech. A person being strangely silent can be a giveaway to the superstar detective’s Pokemon mimicking someone.

Fubuki - Bounsweet, Gholdengo

“Because of its sweet, delicious aroma, bird Pokémon are always after it, but it's not intelligent enough to care.” - Bounsweet Ultra Sun Pokedex entry

“Its body seems to be made up of 1,000 coins. This Pokémon gets along well with others and is quick to make friends with anybody.” - Gholdengo Scarlet Pokedex entry

Bounsweet is immediately recognizable by the innocent and somewhat dimwitted smile on its face, which it maintains even in danger. It resembles its trainer more than the other detectives in the agency would like to admit, although they keep silent in order to spare Fubuki’s ego.

Gholdengo, on the other hand, was gifted to the young heiress by Mr. Clockford as her protection during her detective ventures. Its silly appearance and amiable personality belie a highly capable Pokemon in combat, much like the reality-bending time powers that Fubuki possesses by virtue of her bloodline, despite her childlike naivety.

Vivia - N/A

The near-death detective often looked like a pile of rotten food being swarmed by flies, only in this case, the flies were various Ghost type Pokemon lingering around him. With one foot already on the "other side", he couldn't blame these wayward souls for taking an interest in him, but as for claiming one of them for his own, Vivia did not have the energy. To him, a trainer's bond with their Pokemon was merely temporary, no matter how strong. However, he appreciated the Ghost types for not assaulting his every senses with wails and whispers of regrets, like the souls of humans did. He wanted nothing more than some peace and quiet, after all.

Yakou - Inteleon, Tandemaus

“It may present itself as being well-mannered, but deep down, it still has a lazy side. It will slack off when its Trainer isn’t looking.” - Inteleon Violet Pokedex entry

“The pair sticks together no matter what. They split any food they find exactly in half and then eat it together.” - Tandemaus Violet Pokedex entry

Although it is registered under Yakou’s name in present time, Tandemaus was not originally his; instead, it was his wife’s Pokemon, whom Yakou ended up taking in after her death. Sometimes, when he looks at it, bittersweet memories of his time with her rush back.

Inteleon was recruited by Yakou upon receiving orders to rendezvous with Master Detectives bound for Kanai Ward, but in truth, the Water type sniper was recruited to assist in brainstorming his revenge on Dr Huesca.

Chapter 0 Master Detectives

Zilch - Chandelure

“It absorbs a spirit, which it then burns. By waving the flames on its arms, it puts its foes into a hypnotic trance.” - Chandelure Black Pokedex entry

The old wives’ tales surrounding the Litwick line are embodied by this Chandelure, who acts as the assassin’s partner-in-crime and incinerates whatever - and whoever - its trainer commands it to. It especially loves to capture and burn the souls of its trainer’s targets to fuel its flame after a successful hit.

Melami - Hisuian Typhlosion

“Said to purify lost, forsaken souls with its flames and guide them to the afterlife. I believe its form has been influenced by the energy of the sacred mountain towering at Hisui's center.” - Hisuian Typhlosion Legends Arceus Pokedex entry

Having been with Melami since its formative years and exposed to her affinity with the realm of spirits, her Fire type partner grew up to have mastery over communing with wayward souls and seeing the life energies of those around it, much like its ancestors from an era of the past. Whenever Melami is channeling, Typhlosion keeps watch by her side to ensure that the soul is calm and does not lash out.

Aphex - Pangoro, Yungoos, Primeape

“Although it possesses a violent temperament, it won't put up with bullying. It uses the leaf in its mouth to sense the movements of its enemies.” - Pangoro X Pokedex entry

“It wanders around in a never-ending search for food. At dusk, it collapses from exhaustion and falls asleep on the spot.” - Yungoos Moon Pokedex entry

“It becomes wildly furious if it even senses someone looking at it. It chases anyone that meets its glare.” - Primeape Silver Pokedex entry

Despite his rough life, Aphex does not regret meeting his three partners. They protected him from the less savory residents of the slums he grew up in, and prove to be powerful comrades when he comes into scuffles with criminal brutes, but Aphex’s natural keenness for talking with his fists leads to him allowing his Pokemon to run wild and them going out of control at times.

Zange - Gumshoos, Annihilape

“Once it finds signs of prey, it will patiently stake out the location, waiting until the sun goes down.” - Gumshoos Scarlet Pokedex entry

“It imbues its fists with the power of the rage that it kept hidden in its heart. Opponents struck by these imbued fists will be shattered to their core.” - Annihilape Violet Pokedex entry

In contrast to the brash newbie Aphex, Zange has no tolerance for any lack of discipline, from the trainee detectives under him and from his Pokemon. Gumshoos commonly helps to stake out investigation suspects, and anyone who tries to flee from the veteran Master Detective rarely gets past Annihilape.

Pucci - Hatterene

“If you're too loud around it, you risk being torn apart by the claws on its tentacle. This Pokémon is also known as the Forest Witch.” - Hatterene Shield Pokedex entry

Aetheria Academy

Kurumi - Rowlet

“Flies noiselessly on delicate wings. It has mastered the art of deftly launching dagger-sharp feathers from those same wings.” - Rowlet Legends Arceus Pokedex entry

Ever since the unending rain in Kanai Ward began, Kurumi’s partner had been unable to fly much at first, but it eventually adapted, and found out that the pittering of the rain helps to silence its flight. This was useful for when Kurumi had to spy on her targets, but when spying on Peacekeepers, she kept Rowlet in its ball, no exceptions. With how trigger-happy the Peacekeepers were, Kurumi simply could not risk Rowlet being on the receiving end of their aggression.

Yoshiko - Leavanny, Ninetales

“This gentle Pokémon has strong protective instincts. The leaves on its arms are sharp enough to slice a thick tree in half with one stroke.” - Leavanny Scarlet Pokedex entry

“Very smart and very vengeful. Grabbing one of its many tails could result in a 1,000-year curse.” - Ninetales LeafGreen Pokedex entry

Even in the metal metropolis that was Kanai Ward, life finds a way. Yoshiko met her first partner when it was still a wee Sewaddle in one of the few spots of greenery amongst the high-rise apartments in the city. Although the unending rain that started after the Blank Week proved rather troublesome for a Grass-type who was used to bathing in the sunlight, nurturing still proved enough to raise the little bug into a mature Leavanny. The caring Pokemon was more than happy to help in its trainer's solo rehearsals by mimicking other actresses.

Ninetales, however, had a more complicated story. Yoshiko found the little critter hiding from the rain only a few weeks after the Blank Week, but for whatever reason, it was feral and shaky, nearly biting at the girl when she tried to approach it. Yoshiko thought that it might have been the wounds it bore, but even wild Vulpix were usually rather calm (as long as you didn't touch their tails), and to snap at a human like a feral animal was rather unexpected. Although it got comfortable with Yoshiko with time, she still had to warn others, even her close friends, to not surprise the fox, lest they suffer a nasty bite instead of a 1000-year curse.

OOC: While there were some shades of it when I wrote for the Chapter 0 Master Detectives, this section with the girls is where I’m going to be drawing heavily from their expanded characterizations in the fic I had linked.

The two Pokemon chosen by Yoshiko share a common theme: their elegant and benevolent looks belie a vicious side that surfaces when enraged. Leavanny shows no mercy to those that harm its kin, and Ninetales, the ethereal and elegant fox spirit, is known for bearing disproportionate grudges and imbuing curses on travelers over a slight.

Despite being the most outwardly friendly between the three of them, Yoshiko bears a deep darkness within her ever since they committed to their murder plan, which is seen in full force after the deed was done.

Waruna - Incineroar

“Incineroar's rough and aggressive behavior is its most notable trait, but the way it helps out small Pokémon shows that it has a kind side as well.” - Incineroar Shield Pokedex entry

OOC: Let’s talk about one of the most infamous starters of all time. Incineroar is explicitly designed after a heel wrestler; it’s big, muscular, and loves to brag and challenge other Pokemon, but despite its showboating and Dark typing, it actually has a kind heart, and adores the support shown to it.

This pairs amazingly well with Waruna herself, who genuinely cares for her friends despite presenting herself as a demanding, no-nonsense actress.

In addition, Incineroar’s personality is a stealthy reference to how most wrestling matches are scripted, aka kayfabe; there is no real tension between the face and the heel, despite their theatrics and showboating. While Waruna and her friends may keep up the act of a cutthroat rivalry between them, it is precisely that, an act; none of it is real, and they are secretly still friends.

(And no, I did not give her a feline Pokemon just because she likes cats.)

Kurane - Phantump, Poltchageist

“This Pokémon came to be when the spirit of a deceased child possessed a tree stump. It now wanders the forest searching for friends.” Phantump Violet Pokedex entry

“Supposedly, the regrets of a tea ceremony master who died before perfecting his craft lingered in some matcha and became a Pokémon.” - Poltchageist Scarlet Pokedex entry

OOC: A running gag in the game, and expanded in the fic I had linked, is Kurane's tendency to sink into the background, and then reappear when she wants to and scaring the daylights out of people who hadn't noticed her. As such, what better type to give her than Ghost types? Specifically, two Ghost types: Phantump reflects its trainer in being shy and reclusive, but still yearning for friends.

However, shy is only one half of Kurane; when she is on the stage and performing, the mask changes, displaying a surprisingly competitive streak in her, and a desire to give the best performance she can. This earns her the respect of Poltchageist, who was once a perfectionist tea ceremony master who desired to hone his craft until the very best.

[vaniloqu3nce]

Pokemon AU Concept: Enid’s Rockruff DOESNT evolve and it’s the only pokemon she has had because her parents never actually let her have a pokemon (because Enid’s parents suck) but her Rockruff kept coming back after her parents tried to get rid of it multiple times (her mother especially). Her Rockruff knows Enid by scent alone and even showed up to her school! Enid doesn’t wolf out until her Rockruff evolves. And Enid has never had to use a pokeball on her Rockruff because they have a partnership.

Also the Addams family doesn’t believe in capturing Pokemon either, they let most Pokémon roam wild on their property, unless the Pokemon wants a Luxury ball or something.

Also all my headcanons are inspired by @ale-owl their art! Go check them out! Follow them! Tell them YOU’RE THEIR BIGGEST FAN even though thats a lie cause its me

[duskffyart]

☆Day 21: Snack☆

"Sweetle (Sweet + Beetle), the Candy Shell Pokémon. This Pokémon have an outer shell that looks like hard candy. Because of their small size, they do get mistaken as candy by other Pokémon, leading to them being heavily preyed upon. Unfortunately, their main line of defense is to release a strong scent resembling that of sugar, which has not helped their numbers. Preservation efforts have been made mandatory as these Pokémon would likely otherwise be extinct. They do make good companions to those in the candy-making profession, as they produce a sweet and very tasty "honey" that varies in flavor by diet."

Inspired by a little beetle I saw in our driveway today. Part of the Faketober Art Challenge by @xeeble !

[galoresficrecs]

[SKZ] Minsung Part 3

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put me at ease, pretty please by Kamiizumi [9,1k words] actors!au, anniversary, established relationship, pwp || explicit🔞

✪ Raves and an Ode to a Reference of The Shining by gidakata [1,5k words] AW: violence, MCD ;; dark crack, body horror, established relationship, implied/referenced drug use, rave, murder || explicit🔞

✪ reach out and touch by liknow [11,2k words] college!au, best friends, porn with feelings || explicit🔞

Read my lips (they'll tell you I like you) by kersenvla [33,7k words] strangers to lovers, deaf character || teen and up

✪ Red Room by milkilino [14,6k words] author's note: fucked up with a sad ending ; DEAD DOVE: DO NOT EAT ;; torture, trauma, stockholm syndrome, character death || explicit🔞

✪ rent-a-boyfriend by hyunievrse & vmnesie [62,7k words] college!au, fake relationship || mature

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✪ shotgunning by keros [114,1k words | 4 ch] college!au, social anxiety, recreational drug use || explicit🔞

Show me your Scent by jellowrites [7,5k words] a/b/o!au, anosmia, pack dynamics, mating bites || explicit🔞

✪ Six Inches of Frustration and Charcoal by MistressScimitar [13,6k words | 3 ch] college!au, strangers to something || mature

Smells Like Teen Spirit by screamingskz [9k words | 2 ch] rock band!au, ambiguous/open ending, time skips || explicit🔞

✪ so sweet like chocolate by luckyday [71,7k words | 3 ch] college!au, strangers to lovers, slow burn || teen and up

something about us by Kamiizumi [4,9k words] zombie apocalypse!au, strangers to lovers || mature

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Stay Tonight by e__lino [15,8k words] college!au, friends with benefits, friends to lovers || explicit🔞

starstruck by hanville [37k words] inspired by starstruck, meet-ugly || teen and up

steal me with a kiss by hyunnies [3,9k words] female!minho, pwp || explicit🔞

✪ Stellar by bitsori [37,4k words] actors!au, a/b/o!au, friends to lovers, fake relationship || mature

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teach me something new by vmnesie [19,7k words] friends to lovers, time skips || explicit🔞

✪ The Bones in my Garden were for You by jellowrites [4,4k words] serieal killer, unhealthy relationship, ambiguous/open ending || mature

The Claiming of Han Jisung by cherrybitten & Cuddlyms [10,3k words] a/b/o!au, wolf pack || explicit🔞

✪ The Forest Beckoning by glissandos [61,6k words | 14 ch] high school!au, fantasy, strangers to lovers || teen and up

the impact of a pact by linootys [17,3k words] college!au || explicit🔞

the kissing list by eclipsed [23,7k words] strangers to lovers, one night stands, developing relationship || explicit🔞

✪ The Mystery of the Disappearing Man by Swtch_racha [23,3k words] magical realism, friends to lovers || teen and up

The way you look at me (I don't need to see it to know) by kersenvla [61,3k words | 2 ch] farm!au, farmer!minho, blind!jisung, slow burn, strangers to lovers || mature

✪ They Come Crawling in the Night by Stray_Anpanman [45,4k words] zombie apocalypse!au, enemies to lovers, slow burn, found family, dad!jisung, kid!jeongin, kid fic || teen and up

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this endless raining spell by ifonlynotnever [3,9k words] modern with magic!au, weather, spells & enchantments || general

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✪ tomorrow by Kamiizumi [15,9k words] college!au, time loop || teen and up

tonight is for the two of us by hanville [11,1k words] prom!au, pining || teen and up

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✪ Twenty Five Inch Dreams by kersenvla [38,9k words | 2 ch] rock band!au, tv producer!minho, strangers to enemies to lovers, slow burn || mature

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✪ underneath this raging storm by dulcetchan [7,5k words] friends to lovers, trapped in ikea || teen and up

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✪ waiting for rain by notzomi [97,9k words | 22 ch] college!au, 1994!au, housemates, slow burn, enemies to lovers, secret relationship, coming out, homophobia || teen and up

Washed by interrupted [16,1k words | 3 ch] crimes & criminals, smut || explicit🔞

we could call it even by hanville [11k words] christmas, reunions, friends to lovers, famous!jisung || teen and up

✪ We'll Never Have Sex by bunsevng [5,6k words] college!au || mature

✪ Welcome to Existence by bitsori [4,4k words] 2000s!au, high school!au, pre-slash || general

✪ What Do I Call You by lovesoaked [24,3k words | 4 ch] sugar daddy/sugar baby!au, strangers to lovers || explicit🔞

✪ When The Morning Comes by bitsori [32k words] time loop, strangers to lovers, weddings || explicit🔞

✪ When The World Comes Down by bitsori [19k words] post-apocalypse!au, strangers to lovers || teen and up

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✪ When You're Tired (I'll Be Here) by jellowrites [1,9k words] pining, nudity, hopeful ending || mature

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Woes of a Catboy by ShadowDrifter [14,7k words] hybrids!au, canon compliant || explicit🔞

woke up in japan by vmnesie [6k words] one night stand, strangers to lovers, age gap, hopeful ending || teen and up

wonder by wonder by dawnshine [5,6k words] disney fusion!au, aladdin!au, strangers to lovers, royalty!au || teen and up

Wonderwall by liknow [44k words | 3 ch] college!au, coffee shops & cafés!au || explicit🔞

✪ you be the moon (i'll be the earth) by bulletbulletbullet [2,7k words] college!au, rivals to lovers, time skip || mature

✪ You got me feline some type of way by bluecalicocat [7k words] supernatural, witch!jisung, accidental shapeshifting, friends to lovers || general

✪ you're driving me wild by shuijing [43,1k words | 12 ch] animal scelter, slice of life, slow burn || teen and up

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[sunsage]

who’s your pokémon partner?

Growlithe

Well, would you look at that! It seems a Growlithe wants to be your partner! Growlithe, also called the Puppy Pokémon, will never forget a scent and is known to be fiercely protective over its territory. Like most fire Pokémon, Growlithe are drawn to people who are confident and bold, though they are also known to be exceptionally playful and defensive Pokémon. They make the perfect partner for trainers who are loyal and inspired, and who pride themselves on being able to stand up for the people and things they love. My friend, this marks the beginning of your and Growlithe's journey together. Welcome to the world of Pokémon!

[costora-region]

It's Friday! And today we got the next fossil pokémon! The Rock/Grass line inspired by the Megalonyx, Lazemoss and Mosslonyx! An ancient sloth inspired pokémon! Coming from the Moss Fossil.

Lazemoss' name is quite obvious between Lazy and Moss since we know that's a thing that happens to sloth's fur. It... kinda smells, but some people find its smell... relaxing.

Finally, Mosslonyx is the mix of Moss and Megalonyx (Obviously). It evolves when the scent of Lazemoss becomes way more evident and its body has been covered almost completely by the moss coat.

Going by the lore of Costora, this pokemon is actually distantly related to Snorlax, and you could say is the prehistoric version of it. It is also a Pokémon not many trainers would have due to its... perk regarding the smell.

And finally a heads up! Next week we have the final two Fossils, and my two personal favorites now that we're at that! OH! And if you're noticing a lack of saurs in the fossil department, I DID research about Mexican fossils... most are mammals... But don't fret! There'll be one!

[gunpointpokereviews]

Sprigatito

Hyahhh, what horrors will you...! Huh? This thing is adorable! You guys really didn't have to hold me at gunpoint to make me review this guy/gal/vegetable. In fact, why don't you just untie me so that I can... no? Alright. Where do I start:

Sprigatito! Lovely name. I think its origins are pretty straightforward, it's a small cat with small leaves. Its facial markings even look like leaves, but knowing what I know about its later evolutions, I can see them for what they truly are: the beginnings of a marvelous sort of facialwear.

Its animations are about what you would expect from a relatively frill-less kitty cat like itself, characteristically sweet and inspiring many loud and obnoxious AWWs from myself as I watch them. I may not be a cat person, but I'm also not a callous beefcake who holds people hostage, and so I can appreciate them very well.

I'm enjoying this too much for my situation? Drat. It must have been Sprigatito's soothing scent--supposedly it smells rather nice. I'm thinking something like a cool mint, sharply fresh and distracting. Do they make Sprigatito leaf-flavored toothpaste? Sprigatito leaf-flavored... altoids? Chewing gum? There are so many possibilities, dear captors, if only you had a few with you now, you could demonstrate their efficacy for me personally! WOAH, not so close! *mutters* with your breath, I don't even care about the gun at this point...

Upon its reveal, a combination of its cheerful pink-colored eyes and its other features lead to many exciting and imaginative comparisons that surprised everyone. But in any case, a pink and green color scheme is essentially impossible to screw up, and Sprigatito is no exception, especially when all of its colors (well, all of its three colors) are so vibrant.

Floragato

I want to be a yoyo man, I cry, make me a yoyo man!

Floragato doesn't seem to hear me, but let's see. Hmm... nope, I am still a clumsy woman who can't do anything cool with a yoyo, such as unexpectedly fighting off nonspecific swarms of burly thugs who have me captured with what appeared to them to be merely a children's toy... Maybe next time. Floragato has no such limitations, however.

Sprigatito has evolved, and now walks alongside the trainer on its two hind legs! This might bother some people, but I don't mind it. Personally, I find walking on two legs to be a very beneficial undertaking in day to day life, as it frees up my hands to do important things, like practicing yoyo skills. That's just me, though; Zacian gets along fine with its mouth-wielding.

Again, Floragato's name is straightforward enough. It is still a leafy cat, but it's older now, and carries with it a little flower bud. Aww. Of course, in a classical cat fashion (Do you remember Torracat's "bell" and Incineroar's "belt buckle"? The mind games never end), the bud which appeared to be nothing but a charming decorative pin at first glance actually can extend out on a vine and functions as its favored mode of attack.

This is pretty original, isn't it? I freaked out when I first saw it. My god. Yoyos. Next thing you know, there'll be Pokémon with coins or surfboards, or even spoons. (Nah, that last one is too ridiculous.) Yo-ing requires a lot of skill and dexterity, making it a very flashy art form and perfect for an evolution line themed around showmanship. Also, on a cat Pokémon, it brings to mind the image of a cat playing with a ball of yarn or a cat wand. I'm not sure if that factored into the design, but I do like it.

Meowscarada

As pretty as Meganium, as cool as Decidueye, and as tricky as... hmm, Greninja? And also, as cool as Greninja? Is Greninja cool? Its tongue is... *Hank Meatloaf, one of my most terrifying captors, growls or possibly laughs* anyway, it's MEOWSCARADA!

Its shawl/scarf/poncho thing has grown out into a magnificent dual masquerade/magician's cape that refracts light around Meowscarada to aid it in its increasingly extravagant sleights of hand, and also looks a bit like a fleur-de-lis. Meanwhile now-hidden vine's flower bud has also apparently opened, but all that's normally visible is four sepals with nothing at all in between. This changes in battle, blooming into an explosive six-petaled flower that looks suspiciously like a young pomegranate.

In fact, I rather suspect that it actually is based on a pomegranate and its flower, particularly with the historical importance of pomegranate iconography in particular regions of Spain, such as the aptly-named province of Granada in Andalusia, and the fact that Meowscarada uses the flower as a bomb. Did you know the word for grenades in many languages comes from the word for pomegranate? I bet you did, huh. *I pat Bloody Kate's beefy arm knowingly and am rewarded with a riveting punch to my solar plexus*

Now why would a pomegranate grow on a vine? Well, here's my conspiracy theory about the vine. Meowscarada's paws look suspiciously like beans. I don't mean like, cat toe beans. But like, actual beans. Their claws, which I have never seen protract, look exactly like the germ of a bean. There's no way they didn't think about this, come on, you should just beanlieve me on this one.

Regardless of what flower it actually is, the same one blooms around Meowscarada's neck in the manner of a collar. Cats wear collars, of course, but I think this is more of a traditional ruff. Its mask is potentially a part of its fur; Floragato's dex entry mentions that its fur can stiffen up into a very hard and tough consistency, and so so far as evolution is concerned, this feels like a logical continuation. Who can say, though.

Between the diamonds printed on its mask, its diamond shaped flower (the idle version, I mean), and the many acute angles across the rest of its body, diamonds are important to its design in some capacity. I'm inclined to think its a reference to harlequin print, as Meowscarada itself seems to take a general influence from the harlequin character, but along with its refractive cape it could be something crystalline as well. Maybe if we get something like Terastrallized forms in the DLC, that could end up featuring a bit more prominently.

It's really very impressive how much they integrated all of its fancy faux "clothes" with its nature and gameplay, isn't it? Well, that's Pokémon for you. *starts thinking about Greninja's tongue again*

The official Pokémon website justifies its overall flashiness by saying that it, along with Floragato, is a very needy Pokémon that loves attention, and grows lonely and jealous easily. That's such a perfect explanation for why it would develop such a showy demeanor, though it is a little sad. But really, if you can give it the attention it wants, who doesn't love a velcro cat? All the more cuddles.

Wrapping up!

Unless my zooarchaeological knowledge of real-life Iberia is severely lacking (*pushes up glasses but then devolves into a coughing fit*), all members of this evolutionary line don't appear to be based on any sort of extinct fauna, which means that the rough-and-ready theory that grass starters are based off of extinct animals can at last be discard... no, adapted! The Iberian lynx, which Meowscarada seems to take a spiritual inspiration from, is endangered. Therefore, it is very nearly extinct (nevermind the ongoing and relatively successful conservation efforts for the species, this ain't about them). Dearest captors, you needn't throw out that dollhouse-scale child's boot just yet. If you managed to shove it on poor Grookey, Rowlet, Chespin, Snivy, and that Sinnoh twig turtle whose name escapes me, no doubt you shall continue to be able to do so for the rest of time. Huh? No, I'm not being a smartass! Aaaghh no I'll behave I swear just back off with the peashooter I'm [muffled] [indecipherable]

But all in all, the Sprigatito line is cute, complex and interesting, and visually quite stunning. The sundry themes and influences you might expect to be a little discordant come together just perfectly for my tastes. It purrforms its duty as the primeowry starter and face of the beautiful Paldenya region very nicely, and it's basically everything I could ask for from a cat made of salad. I'm looking forward to finally having one myself. Have you seen how Meowscarada run??

For my special personal rating, I give it a Mari-approval mark: GOLD EDITION. This is a real thing now, I'm totally sticking by it. Unless you threaten me some more about it.

[pikatalia]

More Than Just A Hero Chapter List🐶

*be warned, there is sexual content in this fic!!!🐶

🐶Chapter 4: Coming Soon!!!

NEW SHORT STORY- The Beast Inside can be found HERE 3(:)0

The Fire In Her Eyes - N x Reader

Bonus story✨ 3(:)

[tierra-paldeana]

☠🌏– She's been cleaning around her room today, throwing out stuff that she didn't use anymore, organizing her bookshelf, dusting the furniture and such. At some point, she opens her closet and begins taking out boxes, most of them filled with shoes, others filled with magazines, both old and new.

It always brought back so many memories. After joining Naranjuva and starting to earn money from Pokémon battles, she had stopped using pocket money to buy cigarettes and instead started buying these (plus the ocassional treat that she had never been able to afford before that). The nostalgia hits her like a wave, all these old trends she'd see as tacky now, the cover that inspired her to get earrings, the feel of the paper on her fingers...

Then she finds the magazine.

...Huh!

Picking it up, she can remember the day she bought it - a cold Winter day in Mesagoza, at a kiosk that sold these at a cheap price alongside her first ever bag of cheesy chips. The scent of plastic brings these memories flowing back but... she has to acknowledge the Mamoswine in the room.

It was very likely she had bought this magazine back then for a different reason. After all, she can read the words 'Pokémon breeding tips for Ground types' and 'Showcasing the latest fashion craze in Paldea!' here and there. But now that she thinks about it... there was a chance she thought the boy on the cover was very pretty, so more reason to get the magazine.

And I mean... she wouldn't have been wrong.

Míralo¹... What a smile...

Judging by the date at the top... she becomes aware that this was probably before his accident. Her smile weakens a little, feeling a bit melancholic, but... she can't help but look at it with a certain tenderness still.

Man, he would've hated my guts if we had met back then... hahah!

She opens the magazine and looks at these shots of him on his snowboard, with such a proud smile on his face...

It did remind her of herself a lot when she was young. Thinking herself untouchable, seeking the latest rush, doing risky shit for the sake of feeling on top of the world...

...Maybe... we wouldn't have been that different after all, huh?

But more importantly...

I'm glad I get to see a smile on his face again...

¹Look at him

[ealvara7]

Oh! I've never really done something like this... but I'll give it a shot! ✨️

Hm... I'm going to say that #1 is a lie.

As for my two truths and a lie?

I've recently watched The Amazing Digital Circus, with my favorite character being Pomni.

My artistsona/self insert's aesthetics are inspired by Pokémon's Kalos region fashion, along with classic Barbie movies.

I love scented candles, with my favorites being food-based scents.

I actually have a couple people to tag this time! Obviously no pressure, and I apologize in advance if you've already been tagged before by someone else!

@maririna @hyakucinth @stinkyhorsebitch @hoodoo12 @bjfinn

Two Truths and a Lie!

Rules: Share two truths and one lie about yourself, tag five people to guess your lie and to share their own, make sure to guess the lie of the person who tagged you!

and 🤔 mmm I wanna guess that 3, you never went to music festivals, is your lie? I’m real tempted to say 2, but even smart people can repeat grades for one reason or another. Ohh I love this game, though I’m pretty bad at guessing games. I got tagged by@de-sire-blog

Now mine, which I had a lot of trouble coming up with xD

1. I used to get into lots of trouble for fighting and what not in school because anger issues~

2. I was basically raised at renaissance fair for how often my parents and I attended from my birth until I was about 6-7.

3. I once had plans to become a musician and/or actor until I realized my social anxiety was way too terrible, so I settled for doing art instead.

Tagging, but no pressure ~ @thebattlehamster @miss-bibbles @jegulus-trash @clifford-thebigreddog

[exileosi]

WHO'S YOUR POKEMON PARTNER?

GROWLITHE

Well, would you look at that! It seems a Growlithe wants to be your partner! Growlithe, also called the Puppy Pokémon, will never forget a scent and is known to be fiercely protective over its territory. Like most fire Pokémon, Growlithe are drawn to people who are confident and bold, though they are also known to be exceptionally playful and defensive Pokémon. They make the perfect partner for trainers who are loyal and inspired, and who pride themselves on being able to stand up for the people and things they love. My friend, this marks the beginning of your and Growlithe's journey together. Welcome to the world of Pokémon!