#psy-changeling

[jeanjauthor]

One of my best friends from high school engaged in an international pen pal service. Many years later, she eventually married the Finnish man she had met through that letter exchange service (before the advent of the internet, but not too much before, lol). She now lives near Helsinki, but recently came back just this last month to visit many friends and remaining family members. (She can do the work-from-home thing which means she can work from just about anywhere so long as she has decent wifi.)

And she brought me Finnish chocolates (as she often does), which are less sweet than the kind you find in America, but quite good overall.

However, this time she brought a small bar as an experiment.

(The image is taken off of the Puhdistamo website.)

It's not a very big bar, about two fingers wide, a little bit more than finger-length long. But it was mint, and my friend knows I like mint.

Turns out, it does not taste like any chocolate I have ever had before. And the reason is in the "Raaklasuklaa" part of the name. Raw Chocolate*. (*Note, NOT a direct translation!)

What does that mean? Well...apparently...it's not fermented.

To clarify, chocolate goes through two (2) fermentation steps.

The first is when the pods are harvested, split open, and the seeds are scooped out and dumped into a pile with the pith (juicy bits) of the fruit, where they are lightly covered by leaves (iirc) and left to ferment in the open for a week or so.

Then they go to be cleaned, roasted, shelled, winnowed, ground, mixed with other stuff, special treatments of temperatures, etc...and then they get poured into bars that are then set aside for literal months to continue fermenting. This is the second round of fermenting.

I am not certain which step was skipped (it could be both for all I know), but this chocolate is not fermented.

Now, we mostly think of fermenting as being alcoholic (because drinks!), but it's not. Technically, pickles are fermented. Sauerkraut is fermented. This is a not-alcoholic-in-nature fermentation process that normal chocolate bars go through, to develop the rich, strong flavors that make chocolate so distinctive.

But in this Raakasuklaa bar...?

It's raw, not fermented.

The flavors are there, but they're very very subtle. The mint is much stronger. And like many things in Europe, it's not very sweet, so the mint is the highest riding note, but it's not overly sweet. (Kinda like spearmint gum, in fact.) Aside from the mint, it's mostly a texture that you notice. (Not an unpleasant one, just there's more texture than flavor...?)

I think this is a chocolate bar that those who cannot stand strong flavors would like.

Which makes me think of my fellow author Nalini Singh, and her Psy-Changeling universe, where the psy race underwent a century of emotionless existence in order to learn enough discipline to control their psychic powers. In order to ensure that cool logical attitude, they developed a lot of foods that were, well, bland. Because strong flavors provoke strong emotions.

This is a chocolate bar that would be consumed by the psy in Nalini's created world. it's a good bar that is remarkably mild Even if something is mild-mannered, that doesn't mean it's bad. It's simply something different.

If you are curious (and can get your hands on some), I say, why not give it a try?

(Just don't go into the experience expecting a strong flavor sensation.)

[mashithamel]

In the absence of new Wheel of Time info, I’m going to hijack this tumblr to delve into my new obsession—paranormal romances!

I recently read Nalini Singh’s Psy-Changling (Trinity) series and had a blast with it. I had not known there was a criminal minds-paranormal-romance genre, and it’s like, did they make this especially for me???

So, on a reread I’m writing my honest take on each book, giving each a rating, and keeping track of just how many times the romantic couple takes a shower (hint: probably a lot!). Let’s jump right in with the first one.

[Ratings are out of 5 cold showers]

Slave to Sensation

(The covers are…mostly not great)

Slave to Sensation

Doing it in your dreams first? Hot. Multiple times? Very hot. Then in reality? Even hotter. Our first time meeting the twins, and they are so cute. The Pack one-by-one accepting Sascha was sweet. Meeting the wolves and the Laurens was also delightful. Sascha learning she’s not broken resonated with me as the mom of a kid recently diagnosed with autism as a teenager. Changeling justice is very satisfying, and the serial killer storyline was gripping.

Number of showers: actually pretty low!

Lucas: 2

Sascha: 3

Rating: at least a couple cold showers

[whimsicalmeerkat]

Fic Master List

All the cool kids have these, so I figured I'd make one as well. Splitting them up by fandom since I have a bajillion fandoms and fics. List updated as of 3/16/2025. Some of the links go straight to my works on AO3 and some go to a post I've made here on tumblr. It's a work in progress.

Drabbles | 3 Sentence Ficathon 2024 | 3 Sentence Ficathon 2025

Teen Wolf: Derek Hale/Stiles Stilinski, Derek Hale/Peter Hale/Stiles Stilinski, Chris Argent/Derek Hale, Derek Hale/Peter Hale, Derek Hale/Laura Hale, Derek Hale/Laura Hale/Stiles Stilinski, Allison Argent/Derek Hale/Stiles Stilinski, Stiles Stilinski/Jackson Whittemore, Peter Hale/Stiles Stilinski, Derek Hale/Stiles Stilinski/Jackson Whittemore

Men’s Hockey RPF: all archive locked, click the link to see pairings etc. Note: Some players I've written about in the past who I wouldn't write about now even if I go back to the fandom, but I chose to let my works stand as they are.

Black Jewels - Anne Bishop: Daemon Sadi/Lucivar Yaslana

Perilous Courts - Tavia Lark: Julien Sandry/Whisper, Bellamy Sandry/Rakos Tem, Daromir Azri/Vana Dire, Vana Dire & Bellamy Sandry, Corin Marcel/Audric Sandry, Kazia Dire/Lucien Vaire

Original Work: various m/m and m/m/m pairings

The Hollows - Kim Harrison: Trent Kalamack/Rachel Morgan, Jenks/Matalina

Spider-Man/Deadpool

The Witcher: Emhyr var Emreis/Geralt of Rivia, Geralt of Rivia/Jaskier | Dandelion

Psy-Changeling - Nalini Singh: Aden Kai/Vasic Zen, Kaleb Krychek/Judd Lauren, Lucas Hunter/Hawke Snow, Judd Lauren/Walker Lauren

Radiance Series - Tavia Lark: Evain Marha/Leth ka Tariel, Karis Cooper/Ronan Vizia, Arthur Davorn/Shaesarenna Nightven

Stargate Atlantis: Rodney McKay/John Sheppard

DC Comics/The Authority: Apollo/Midnighter, Apollo/Midnighter & Jenny Quantum

The Darkest Court - M.A. Grant: Roark Lyne/Phineas Smith

Haelan Series - AJ Sherwood: Stefan Bjorne/Dag Gates/Mikkel Vintners

The Collective Series - Louisa Masters: Marc/Ian Massey

Demonic Disasters and Afterlife Adventures - Shannon Mae: Adam/Minos

Chosen One Universe - Macy Blake: Victor Eastaughffe/Orsen Riggs, Victor Eastaughffe/Orsen Riggs & Gus, Bentley "Bebe" Baxter & Eduard Eastaughffe, Jedrek/Nick Smith

The Epic of Gilgamesh: Enkidu/Gilgamesh

Last Binding Series - Freya Marske: Robin Blyth/Edwin Courcey

Marvel Cinematic Universe: Loki/Thor

Dragon Age: Origins: Herren/Kylon/Wade

Hellbound Gods - Alexa Piper: Lionel Hawkes/Lucy | Lucifer

Ghostly Guardians - Louisa Masters: Ewan/Josh

Community of Species World - Louisa Masters: Percy Caraway/Brandt Draco

Diviner/s Game - Jennifer Cody: Robbie Julien/Chanda Marduke

Seducing the Sedgwicks - Cat Sebastian: Gen

[thatwritererinoriordan]

Resonance Surge (Psy-Changeling Trinity) Hardcover – Picture Book, July 18, 2023

[booksiamreadingatm]

[bleedinknight]

I'm back in the Psy Changeling phase .

Thanks to Lucas Hunter, and Judd Lauren.

And ofc, @authornalinisingh

[aaronwarner]

Ivy’s sweater slipped off her left shoulder when she leaned forward, baring skin of golden cream to the morning sunlight. “Okay, I get that.” She didn’t notice when he nudged the sweater back in place with [telekinesis], the temperature too cold for her to be so exposed. [...] “How did they know your subdesignation so fast?” Her sweater slipped again and he nudged it back. “It usually takes time to be certain, even with genetic markers.” [...] Vasic glanced at her shoulder, nudged the sweater back up. This time, she noticed, color on her cheeks as her hand went up to the spot. “How many times?” “Five.” He got to his feet before he could make it six. “I need to rest.”

SHIELD OF WINTER by Nalini Singh

[net-mind]

“The Psy are known to be icily controlled, inhumanly practical, and impossible to push to violence.”

— from Prologue: Silence, Slave to Sensation by Nalini Singh

[dreamlandcreations]

Silver Silence masterlist

changeling!Sergei Kravinoff x Carter!Reader (Psy-Changeling AU)

Summary: Control. Precision. Family. These are the principles that drive the youngest Carter, who is the director of the new agency that is meant to protect the three races and the fragile peace between them. If only the new leader of a powerful predatory changeling pack wasn't so distracting and destructing...

To be updated…

[reading-valkyrie]

↳ Book Aesthetics — Kiss of Snow

“'Except I never had a prayer when it came to you. You're in my every breath and every thought, intertwined so deep inside me that love's not a strong enough word—you have my devotion, your name branded on my soul, my wolf yours to command. A hundred years? It'll never be enough. I want eternity.'”

[madamebaggio]

Notes: Previously...

***

Arthur crossed his arms. “You know what I want.”

“Yes, I do.” Sansa gave him a flat look. “You want to be insufferable and domineering. Like all dominant men.”

He arched an eyebrow at her. “I’m not like all ‘dominant men’, my lady. I’m an Alpha.”

Sansa rolled her eyes. “And it took you only five minutes to point that out. Lovely.”

“It’s in my nature.”

“It is.” She agreed way too easily. “Which is why we cannot pretend this is anything but temporary insanity.”

“Why?” Arthur pressed.

“We’re both Alphas, Arthur. This is unheard of.”

“Stop avoiding the word.” Arthur growled at her. “Say the words. What is unheard of?”

“Do not show your teeth at me.” Her eyes went wolf.

“Say the words, Sansa.” He pushed. “What is that we can’t do?”

“We cannot be together. At all.”

[mashithamel]

Tangle of Need:

I had a lot of thoughts, reactions, and quotes in this one, so it’s a long one!

* “Even if there had been a cure, Kaleb would’ve given the same answer—8-91’s death was inevitable. Someone had to be the canary.” God, he doesn’t even call him by his name. Cold, gray Kaleb is such a great character.

* “You’re not a woman I’ll ever want in my bed.” -Riaz. Ouch.

* Judd’s dry sense of humor is everything.

* “I’m worth more,” she told him, wiping the back of her hand across her mouth. “Affection, respect, tenderness, I’m worth all of that, so don’t you dare come near me again until you’re ready to offer it.”

* “Time to get some sleep, he thought, and having dressed, began to walk toward his quarters … then suddenly, he was tracking another scent. Delicate and strong. Fragile and steely. A puzzle that suited the enigma of a woman for whom the need in him burned hot and intense. He caught up to her just as she reached her door. A pregnant pause, last night repeated. Not turning, she pushed through. Entering behind her, he shut the door, turned the lock.” 🔥🔥🔥

* Ok, letting BlackSea know you mean business if they renig on the contract is good, but…how, exactly, does a wolf pack plan to retaliate against a group that can quite happily live in the open ocean for long periods of time? In addition to ground-to-air defense systems have they been building a submarine fleet too???

* “There’s nothing for me in the past.” Yes, she thought, the past was forever gone, for both of them. ❤️😭

* “Some of us are tired, Judd,” Vasic added quietly, the gray of his eyes holding the darkest of shadows. “When this is all over, all we ask for is peace.” I ❤️ Vasic

* Bowen getting the chip first is a very cool move for a leader. But given the lack of testing and high risk—has he clarified a plan in case he dies? Like, he has a clear back up identified and ready to jump into leadership, right?

* “But it wouldn’t be easier—Silence is based on the precept that emotion is a weakness, but what I feel for Brenna makes me stronger. I fight harder, dirtier, and rougher, because I know any injury to me will rebound on her.” I ❤️ Judd

* The Alice story…it’s boring, right? Or am I just heartless?

* “Do you feel any different?” “I no longer have psychopathic thoughts as often. I believe that could be termed progress.” “You’re not a psychopath.” “Or perhaps you simply don’t want me to be.” Sometimes Amara is just a gift.

* “I gave you multiple pupcubs. I have prowess.” - Riley, drunk and happy

* “I love you, but I have a hangover and you’re talking crazy.” - Hawke

* “his mind filled with thoughts of the woman who had brought him back to life, branded her claim on his heart. His tough, prickly, generous Adria, who wasn’t so tough or prickly after all.” - Riaz

* I like how he calls her his empress.

* Obviously Lissette was going to show up and suddenly be available, but it is still such a gut punch. They were finally happy! They chose each other! “So she’d have to be the one who broke her own heart.” 😭😭😭

* “Love, she realized at that terrible moment of truth, could be incredibly unselfish, even when it hurt until she bled.” - Adria

* I love how Krychek is always doing, like, six things at the same time.

* He grabbed her upper arms, held her in place, the raw fury in his voice a wild thing. “I made my choice, and I chose you. Don’t you do this. Don’t you destroy us.” I’m sobbing. Oh this whole breakup is so heartbreaking, for both of them.

* Ok, the hammer with “Adria Delgado” engraved on it 🥺

* Sophisticated Lissette throwing a shoe at her husband is comedy.

* Krychek found her! I’m so ready for the Heart of Obsidian.

* “Heart of my heart, that’s who you are, Adria Morgan. Chosen and forever. Wolf and man, you own every part of me.”

In a series where everyone—even the humans and Psy—gets a mating bond, this is a fantastic story where they don’t, but they still choose each other. The start was kinda rough, and a LOT of time is spent on other people. Alice continues to bore me. Hawke/Sienna remains hot, I continue my love affair with Judd and Vasic. But the ultimate love story in this one is beautiful.

Number of showers: a contender for the lead!

Riaz: 6

Adira: 5

Rating: four out of five cold showers

[whimsicalmeerkat]

WIP Title Game

RULES: make a new post with the names of all the files in your WIP folder, regardless of how non-descriptive or ridiculous. let people send you an ask with the title/emoji that most intrigues them, and then post a little snippet or tell them something about it! and then tag as many people as you have WIPs.

Thanks for the tag @jammerific! I’ve done this fairly recently, but it’s always a good time. Y’all know I love talking about my wips. I’m putting an emoji key for fandoms, because I feel like being extra. Send me asks!

🐺Teen Wolf

🧠 Psy-Changeling

💎 Black Jewels

🐉 Sleeping Beauty

😈 Original Work

👑 Perilous Courts

☀️ Radiance Series

🪄The Hollows

macrocest bingo - inappropriate use of a candy cane 🐺

with lightning in his hands - twisted sleeping beauty 🐺

Stasis - Role Reversal 🐺

as through a glass darkly - mirrors/reflections 🐺

Time Fuckery 🐺

Deter Week 2025 🐺

devils-maker - angsty time travel 🐺

Trading Up - meet cute run amok 🐺

devil don't take a break - demon Stiles bad friend Scott 🐺

Kaleb/Judd 🧠

come back yesterday - Time Travel Extended 🐺

all of this can be broken - violence and gore 💎

take a chance - dice rolling game 🐺

another fucking sleeping beauty fic 🐺

He's not a weregoat! 🐺

Two werewolves walk back into a territory 🐺

my tea's gone cold - Black Jewels tea shop/bookstore AU💎

won't you take me from this valley - Regency time travel nonsense 🐺

whiskey on the rocks & adderall - Stiles goes to college 🐺

moon gave me permission recursive murder husbands 🐺

Stackson friendship movie fixit 🐺

filthy freaks music video inspired fic 🐺

Daemon Sadi & Maleficent fight crack fic🐉💎

Confessions (formerly TWCAW) 🐺

turns at every sound - Alternate Dark!Laura Ending 🐺

can't raise hell with a saint sequel 😈

werewolf draskorans 👑

Chris Has Amnesia 🐺

Not a desire demon at all ☀️

Black Jewels/Teen Wolf Crossover 💎🐺

Don't Challenge the Ruthless 🪄

Soulmates apparently? 🪄

aphrodisiacs | 69 | tentacles 🐺

Freedom to Leave 🐺

firebird Stiles 🐺

Incubi Hales 🐺

3 Sentence Ficathon Prompts

A Dragon With ADHD - ancient dragon Stiles 🐺

knotting | impact | virginity - steterek 🐺

evil twin | double penetration in one hole 🐺

Wanksgiving collar fic 👑

I’m not tagging 41 people. Consider yourself tagged if you want to play. A few random tags below.

@dear-massacre @renmackree @thotpuppy @definitively-different-drivel @eevylynn

[mermaidsirennikita]

One thing I do love about high stakes paranormal romances is that you typically do get to see old couples with an HEA come back, and while you know their HEA will last (this is why I always scoff at IAD readers who feel like "someone" has to die in the ultimate endgame... they don't.... lol at least not permanently; you can kill randoms, but you can't kill romance couples) you get to see them imperiled a little? And the Drama?

Like:

--in Kristen Callihan's Soulbound, we have an existential threat to the hero, which in turn creates an existential threat for all the supernatural creatures he's "sired", including two!!! Former heroines. Whose heroes subsequently get to cradle their prone forms (in the case of Jack and Mary of Shadowdance) or basically burn the house down in a case of werewolfy insanity (Ian and Daisy of Moonglow, one of my favorite romance couples of all time, who only got better through him literally growling over her prone form, I swooned).

--in Kresley Cole's Lothaire, when Mariketa of Wicked Deeds on a Winter's Night (a book that was 8! installments prior) attempts to reach through a mirror and rescue/kidnap Ellie, only for Lothaire's Contractually Obligated Friend to cut her hand off (it grows back it's fine). Kresley just writes that Ellie hears a "beastly roar", but if you've read all the previous books, you know that's Bowen, Mariketa's husband/beast familiar werewolf man, who is VERY UPSET.

--and on a flip side, in Kresley's Sweet Ruin a few books later, you see Lothaire being very typically flippant about a Big Danger he's been called to help with, and Ellie isn't even named; but if you're a series reader, you understand exactly how the mood shifts when he snaps to the "female vampire" next to him to get the hell out of dodge IMMEDIATELY

(Kresley does not elaborate if she does, and it's Ellie, so I assume she Does Not)

This is also a benefit of being a series reader, of course; and I'll never be over the pure geeky joy of seeing two people I watched fall in love and be stupid for 400 pages come back to be in love and stupid on the sidelines, sometimes with MORTAL DANGER.

[booksiamreadingatm]

[azrielsbxtch]

I truly cannot wait to start Nalini Singhs Psy Changeling Series

Like you don’t understand I am absolutely obsessed with the Guild Hunter series!!!! It’s right up there with ACOTAR for me and as a plus the fandom isn’t toxic!!

So the fact that she has another series I haven’t read yet…and it’s like 30 books!!!!

Don’t threaten me with a good time!!!

November cannot come fast enough my TBR is creaking under its weight.