#rika is a godsend

[hutaoscoffinn]

Hi! Do you have any relationship hcs for Rika? :) I love that woman sm AAAAA

BLESSED YES I FUCKIN DO. I HAVE SO MANY HEADCANONS FOR MISS RIKA ITS INSANE AHHHHH omgomgomg okay take food. I give nourishment in form of Rika

Warnings: SFW, fluffy fluffy fluffy, so much floof, Rika is a teasing cunt what can I say, Rika is also incredibly hot, gn! Reader. Arguments so slight angst. Lets get it boissss. This was also not beta read so aha if theres errors WHOOPSIES

Character: Rika of the Elite 4

Requests: OPEN

You and Rika most likely met because of your gym circuit that you completed

Along with Nemona and her many random challenges of battle of course

This lead you two to constantly run into each other as Rika was quite curious about the person who was completing the gym challenges with ease and who caught even Geeta’s eye

Safe to say Rika was intrigued by you

The more you two met via Rika “just so happening to be in the area of your gym challenges and deciding to watch

That shit was on purpose do not believe her when she says its a coincidence

The more she slowly began to fall for you

By the time you finally arrived at the Elite 4 to take her on, she had admitted to herself that she had feelings for you

You kicking her ass in battle was the icing on the cake and lead to your relationship with the ground type user

As far as how Rika confessed, well lets just say her staring wide eyed at you, flushed red after you beat Geeta has Hassel shoving her forward to speak up

Thanks old man she needed a good ol push in the right direction

Safe to say Rika isnt always the confident gay she claims she is

She does indeed get flustered from time to time by you and while those times are few and far between they still happen

Usually, Rika is exactly the confident gay she says she is

She lives to tease you, loving your reactions to her touches and teasing words as she pushes every button to get you all flustered

Her favorite way to get you flustered is to sneak up behind you, wrapping her arms around your body and tugging you up against her

She relishes the way your face heats up and she will press a kiss to your forehead with a smirk

“You feelin’ okay baby? You feel really warm.”

Yeah thats your fault YOU LITTLE SHIT—

Ahem, moving on

As far as PDA goes, Rika usually keeps things on the down low

She has to keep up her professional appearances as a member of the pokemon league and the Elite 4

So typically when you two are in public she prefers to just hold your hand, have you hold her arm, or she will have an arm loosely wrapped around your shoulder or waist

Subtle things that aren’t too obviously affectionate but still get off a clear message: you are hers

So yeah surprise surprise Rika is a tad bit possessive

You are easily the most precious thing she has and she’s going to protect you and do what she can to keep you by her side

All within your consent and boundaries of course

If there are ever moments where you feel like Rika is being a touch too much, ask her to tone it down and she will

She loves you deeply and would never want to make you uncomfortable or push a boundary you set

Rika is a certified gentleman™

She always opens doors for you, opens car doors and buckles you in, pulls out your chair, offers you her arm, holds the umbrella over your head, offers you her coat when you are cold, ect

One thing Rika will never be shy about is showing you how much she loves and cares for you

She’s always using acts of service and small gifts to spoil you when she can

Like buying you your favorite drink from a cafe, getting you a sandwich exactly how you like it made, giving you flowers randomly throughout the week and months

She knows your bra size if you wear bras, she knows your clothing sizes, she knows your ring size, what length you like necklaces or bracelets to be, she knows what colors look best on you, what makeup brands you use if you wear makeup

Rika knows your allergies if you have any, what medications you take if you take any medication

She knows your favorite restaurant, favorite cafe, favorite store, what your favorite flowers are, your hobbies

Rika is incredibly observant with anything that relates to you because she loves you so deeply and wants to show you how much she cares

This level of care even bleeds into your social life as she remembers what the birthdays of your friends are so she can help you shop for gifts for them

She knows your pokemon’s favorite treats and sandwiches so she can help you care for them

Rika doesn’t date for fun, she dates to find her lifelong partner and she shows that

Rika is actively involved in any aspect of your life that you are comfortable with her being in and she will wholeheartedly support you through anything

Now this does not mean you are safe from her scoldings because she will worry about you and scold you if you do something dangerous

Such as dive head first into the crater of Paldea with your Miraidon or Koraidon because we have all done it I know we have and if you havent, you’re missing out

So safe to say, like all relationships, arguments happen

But Rika is not one to let said arguments simmer for a while

If there is something wrong in your relationship or something she feels that needs to be addressed, she tells you

Rika heavily values communication and will want you to do the same for her and if you do have so concerns she will listen intently, looking into your eyes as you speak and waiting for you to finish before she responds

So big arguments dont happen often between you both

But when they do, Rika doesn’t like to let it sit unaddressed for more than a day

She will give you any space you need but before the day ends, she will want to talk to you about it

She hates going to bed with you angry at her, and if you are still mad at her by bedtime she will offer to sleep on the couch depending on how angry you are with her

Usually though, she prefers to hold you close and cuddle you in bed even if you two were arguing

She values your time together and doesn’t want to lose out on it because of an argument and whatever discussion you two need to have will happen in the morning

Rika will not even leave for work at the league without talking to you, and if she has to, she will send you constant texts and will call you to remind you how much she loves you

Because she does, she loves you more than anything in the world

You are her angel, her baby, and she will always cherish you

Reblogs are always appreciated <3

[dira333]

The Road Not Taken - part 16

Shibi x  female reader with a name - arranged marriage

Summary: Airi Nara seems a hopeless case, until her grandmother sets her up for an arranged marriage. But was marrying Shibi Aburame the right choice after all?

Masterlist ; Character sheet

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The change in your household is subtle yet obvious. 

Tsume smiles every time she sees you, a knowing, teasing smile that dances across her lips. So far you’ve managed to keep her silent, but you doubt her self-restraint will hold much longer.

Yori has yet to reappear on your doorstep, giving you some time to come to terms with your conflicting feelings toward her.

As a Clan-elder, you’re expected to show her respect. But, as both Shikaku and Shibi have pointed out, you’re no longer part of the Nara-Clan. 

You owe her gratitude, for bringing you up when no one else would and for arranging the marriage that has brought you so much happiness, but you no longer owe her your blind obedience. Maybe you never did.

-

Shibi has started to get up later in the mornings. 

He quite enjoys staying in bed as long as he possibly can, awake yet unmoving, holding you close until one of the boys or both start making noise.

You’ve been trying to make him see the sweet joy of taking a bath together, quietly planning a short trip to the Onsen for when Shino’s advanced training officially starts. It’s slow progress, but it’s progress.

You started working one week after your return from the mission, your leg still in a brace. It’s only two mornings a week so far and you can take Shino with you if you want, though he seems less interested in the hospital every time you take him with you.

Rika’s been a godsend, never once batting an eye when you flinch at loud noises or Iruka comes in with Naruto for a private check-up that’s mainly just a chat and a shared lunch box. 

Even Akane stops by once, her face still pretty pale.

“I heard you started working again.” She looks at your leg brace that’s peeking out from under the table. “How are you doing?”

“It’s good.” You nod at your little office. “Quiet, too. But I think I owe you a thanks. I’m sure I wouldn’t have this job without you.”

Akane shakes her head. “I didn’t do anything for you. I know your husband. I knew he’d pull the necessary strings. The Hospital can’t operate without the generous donations coming from various Clans. I’m not an expert on that matter, but I think the Aburame Clan donates quite a substantial amount.” 

You narrow your eyes at her. “I don’t believe you.”

“Then don’t. I did what I could do for Iruka. He deserves it. Tell him so when you see him next.” She gets up again. “Oh, by the way… did you take a look at the scroll when you had it?”

You furrow your brows. “No? Why would I? I don’t even know what it was supposed to be.”

“Hmm.” Akane doesn’t look convinced. You sigh.

“Don’t tell me I got the wrong scroll.”

“What makes you think that?”

“Because that would be typical. Going through all the hassle of getting that scroll and then I didn’t even check if it was the right one. Not that I would have been able to make sure of it anyway with my limited knowledge.”

“Well…” Akane clears her throat. “I’m no expert either. But I was questioned about it this week. I did take a look and from what I could tell I thought it was the right scroll. But Danzo’s convinced it’s a fake.”

You sigh. “Well, there’s nothing we can do about it now, right?”

Akane nods, the movement tight. 

“Are you okay, though?” You ask. “You’re still very pale. Are you getting the rest you should?”

“Oh, yes. I’m fine. I’ve always been rather pale.” She sends you a tight smile. “By the way, Rock was asking if he could come over sometime and meet you and your kids. I told him a bit about you.”

“Oh, of course. Shino’s not that keen on making friends and Torune’s not to be touched for various reasons, but I’d love to meet him. I’ll talk to Shibi and get back to you, is that okay?”

She nods, taking one last look at you before she leaves with a wave of her hand.

There’s something strange about her visit, but you can’t put your finger on it.

Two days later you hear about her departure. All you know is that she’s sent out on another mission.

“Much too early,” her husband bemoans when you talk to him. “But you’ve met Akane.” He tells you with a smile. “She can never sit still.”

You only hear of her death a week after it has happened. There’s no more talk about Rock Lee visiting. 

-

“Have fun today,” you brush your hand through Shino’s hair, wondering absentmindedly if you’re clinging to him for his comfort or yours. “I’ve got a surprise for you later.”

“Can you come with us?” Shino asks. He’s very proud of the new coat he’s gotten, he’s told you all about it three times today.

You look at Shibi for input, but he shakes his head. 

“Today it’s just us.”

“You can tell me everything when you come back, okay?” You press a kiss to Shino’s temple. “I’m very curious. I still remember my first training with my Dad.”

“Can you tell me about it?” Shino asks. You can tell he’s trying his best to waste time.

“Sure, when you come back. Come on, give me a hug and then it’s time to go.” 

He hugs you tight, sniffles a little into your neck. 

“I’m very proud of you.” You tell him when you see him off. 

Twenty minutes after he’s left there’s a knock on the door.

You half expect them to be back already, that Shino’s stubbornness won out in the ned.

It’s Chiasa instead.

“Shibi took Shino out for training,” you explain. She nods and points in the direction of the kitchen with her chin.

“Oh, sure, come in if you need anything-” She sidesteps you and you bite back a sigh.

Chiasa is never rude, but her quiet assertiveness is sometimes hard to take. You suppose you could have worse mothers-in-law, but you often wonder what she sees in you. If she likes you or just deals with the fact that you’re here.

“Ah,” another voice calls out, sending a shiver down your back, “You’re home.”

You turn to see Yori march up the path to your house. You haven’t seen her since that dreaded mission. It’s been almost a month but you could have taken a longer break from her.

“Hello, Yori.”

“Your leg’s all healed, I see?” She asks. “Can I come in?”

Considering her usual way of greeting, that’s almost nice. 

“Sure,” you say, because there’s only Lunch to prepare today, as well as the laundry and you can’t run away from her forever, “Chiasa is here too.”

“Ah,” Yori pushes past you with the grace of a hungry deer sniffing food. “How nice. I was wondering when we could all have tea together.”

“Chiasa?” You turn toward the kitchen. “Yori is here. Would you mind having tea with us?”

“That’s not the way to ask, Child!” Yori points out. “Aburame-san, how nice to see you again. How’s your health?”

Chiasa nods instead of speaking, her dark sunglasses reflecting Yori’s forced smile.

“I’ll make tea,” you rush forward, eager to get your hands busy. “Does anyone want something sweet? I’ve made Honeyglazed Apple.” 

“I suppose it’s understandable that you’ve got a sweet tooth with your condition.”

Chiasa’s eyes flick over to you at Yori’s words. You can feel sweat forming at your collar. Right, just what you wanted. Your grandmother and your mother-in-law discussing your fertility.

“About that,” you start, unable to look one of them in the eyes, “I’m not actually pregnant. It was just a silly rumor.”

“Well, just because you’re not pregnant now doesn’t mean you won’t be pregnant soon.”

You tense. Somehow Yori’s even worse to handle when she’s trying to be supportive. All you feel is dread as you wait for the other shoe to drop.

“Maybe we could talk about a different topic,” you ask quietly, not daring to raise your voice. 

“Please speak up,” Yori orders immediately. Chiasa must have heard you, however, because her eyes are on you. You can feel her stare despite the sunglasses hiding her emotions.

“How is work?” Chiasa asks so suddenly you almost drop the teapot you just picked up. 

“It’s uh, nice.” You swallow thickly. “Plenty of stuff to do. They’ve asked me to come in two more mornings if possible.”

“Well, why wouldn’t you?” Yori asks. 

You think about the disappointment you’d felt days prior when you’d gotten your period. You think about Shino showing off his new coat he got for training. You think of Torune’s who’s going to be home in a few hours, trailing after you like a shy cat. 

You lick your lips and say something else.

“It’s going to be Spring soon enough. I need to talk about it with Shibi first to make sure I won’t leave work here unattended.”

“Sure, sure,” Yori huffs, clearly displeased by your answer, “You need to talk with your husband. But your job at the hospital is a prestigious one. You shouldn’t swap it with playing housewife.”

“No one said I was.” You point out, hurt clawing at your throat. Maybe you’d love to play housewife. Would that be so wrong?

“And don’t forget about your Clan,” Yori soldiers on. “Ayame just asked yesterday when you’d be back around. There’s no one as talented as you when it comes to her therapy.”

You blink in surprise. Next to you, Chiasa seems busy with her plate of apple slices though. You wonder if this is a test. At least on Chiasa’s side. She’s just letting you blunder on, judging you silently behind those dark shades.

But even if she wasn’t there, you’d be hard-pressed to say something.

You can’t go on like this forever, with Yori. You have to put up some boundaries someday. 

Your heart beats thunderously as you take a seat.

“Yori,” you start, focusing on a stubborn stray hair in her eyebrows to keep safe from her stare. “I am no longer a Nara. I am an Aburame now.”

“Nonsense,” Yori waves her hand around, “You’re both. That’s what this marriage was for. To bring our Clan’s closer together.”

“Maybe. But I am also human. I cannot fulfill the duties of two Clan members. I have to prioritize one. If Ayame wants to continue her therapy through me, she’ll have to see me at the hospital like everyone else.”

Yori falls silent. She has been remarkably well-behaved up until now, probably because Chiasa’s in the room with you. But how far does that self-control go?

“Are you really this ungrateful?” Yori’s voice has turned cold. Your already tense body stills completely, the muscles in your neck screaming in pain. “You wouldn’t be married at all without me, still hoping for some fool to notice you. And how are you repaying me for all the work I took on, for all the good I did for you? Just because you can play mother and wife now doesn’t mean you’re suddenly someone new! You’ve always been lazy, good for nothing, like your father-”

“Leave.” Your mouth is dry and your voice sounds rough around the edges, but there’s enough determination in the single word to stop Yori’s lecture. 

“What did you say?” She asks, her face full of surprise. Chiasa next to you is silent. Your hands are shaking, but you know you can’t go on like this. Should she be opposed to your decision, there’s nothing you can do about that but trust that Shibi will have your back.

“I am grateful. You have brought me up when I had no one else and you were the one who pushed for this marriage to be possible. But I will no longer let you treat me like a doormat. Leave. You are no longer welcome here.”

“I-” Yori’s speechless, a rare occurrence. She grabs her coat and storms toward the door nonetheless, something you’re incredibly thankful for. You don’t know how long you’ll be able to keep up the strong facade, how soon you’ll break down crying. 

“Shikaku will hear about this!” She crows and slams the door shut.

Silence fills the room after her departure. 

You can feel Chiasa’s eyes on you just as the first tears trickle down your cheeks.

“Did I do the right thing?” You ask before you curl into yourself at the table. 

Chiasa does not speak for a while, but she rests one hand on your shoulder. It’s the most reassuring she’s ever been since you moved in.

“I was the one who approached Yori,” Chiasa eventually says when your tears have dried and your hands no longer shake.

“What?” You turn to look at her, but her face does not betray any emotion.

“Shibi was very lonely. He’s still young enough to have more children and I remember how it was when my husband died. It’s easy to settle into a quiet life, but it’s not necessary.”

“But Yori said…” You trail off. It would be on brand for Yori to present someone else’s idea as her own.

“It doesn’t matter in the end. To me, at least. Shibi would not have acted on it without Yori pushing for it. Why? He does not listen to his mother as much since he’s become a father.”

“He listens to you a great deal,” you tell her and you might be wrong, but you think you see her lips twitch into something like a smile.

“You are trying to get pregnant?” Chiasa asks after a few more minutes of silence. “Right?”

“How… How do you know?”

She raises her hand to show off a few of her Kikaichu. You’ve seen them before but never up close like this. They are more of a reddish color, different to Shibi’s stark black ones or Shino’s with their blueish tint.

“There are no secrets when you’re an Aburame. If you have trouble conceiving, there is a tea I can recommend. Why? It has helped me conceive Kenji after I’ve had trouble.”

You can feel your cheeks heat at the topic but you swallow down your embarrassment and nod. “That would… that would be nice, thank you.”

-.- Shibi -.-

Shino’s hanging off him like a sack of potatoes.

Every person they pass sends him a knowing smile. They’ve all been there.

They meet Torune just shy of the front door.

“How was it?” He asks, peering up at Shino. The younger boy does not answer. Shibi suspects he’s fallen asleep.

“He did very well,” he says, a quiet pride coating his words.

Torune pushes the door open for him and there you are, hands already stretched out to welcome them all.

He could get used to this, coming home to your smiling, eager face - he could do without the dried tears on your cheeks he will have to ask you about later -  and the way you pull him in for a shy little kiss.

“I packed some things for us,” you declare, “So we’ll just have a quick snack and then leave for the Onsen.”

“The Onsen?” Torune asks, clearly confused. “What are we doing there?”

“It’s a family trip. Like a mini vacation. Come on now, I made us some salad. Does anyone want tea?”

-

You’ve already settled in the steaming water, a little too quick for his hungry eyes, laughing at the way they’re all standing there, peering cautiously into the water.

“I am wearing so few clothes,” Torune complains, keeping a safe distance from the others.

“It’s fine,” you tell him again, “I talked to Chiasa and some of the other elders. Your bugs don’t like water. So as soon as you settle in it, everyone will be fine. You can even sit on our lap if you want to.”

“Really?” Torune’s face lights up and he climbs into the pool, dipping down for good measure too.

“Do I have to?” Shino sounds less pleased at the prospect.

“How about you put your legs in first?” You offer. “You too, Shibi.”

He swallows a sigh. This is just like taking a bath, he reminds himself, just a little hotter.

As he takes a seat at the edge, legs dipped into the hot water, Torune climbs into your lap, arms slung around you like a little monkey.

“You all look really cute in your bathing trunks. I wish I could have taken a picture of you, all lined up there before. But that would be a little weird, wouldn’t it.”

Shino settles into his side. He’s tall for his age, but slender, which is often forgotten under those bulky coats.

-

Eventually, they both make it fully into the water.

But it doesn’t take long for the heat to get to them, especially Shino.

Shibi picks him up and lifts him out of the water, lays him onto the cool stone tiles.

“Everything okay?” You ask, worry in your voice.

“It will be. We’re not used to this kind of heat,” he explains. “We’ll just be taking a break.”

“Oh, you point at the paper screen door he had noticed before. “This door should lead into a small garden. Don’t stay out too long, but I guess you both will find something of interest in there.”

And you’re right. It doesn’t take Shino long to find two different kinds of beetles and one fat caterpillar who curls up on his palm as he shows it to you and Torune.

The older boy doesn’t seem to mind the heat. It’s not hard to tell that he would endure much more than a little heat if it meant being able to touch and be touched without risk.

After an hour or so Shibi slips back into the pool. 

“If you want,” he offers Torune quietly, unsure of it himself, “We can sit together a little as well.”

Torune nods shyly and climbs into his lap, folds his long legs to fit perfectly, not unlike Okita who’s spotted a new, albeit small box to sit in. His head rests perfectly on his chest and even though it breaks his heart in a new, fresh way, Shibi can’t help but think that this might be the first time someone’s got to touch him like that since his father’s death. 

And even before that… was Shiruko a man who held his son close? He doesn’t know and he doesn’t want to pry. All he can do right now is offer to be what Torune needs.

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[nyaagolor]

lets try this again with the heights lol

Ur a godsend thank you so much!! Sorry for the inconvenience with this-- tumblr sure is a functioning website. That being said:

SV Character Heights but they're actually correct this time

Main Characters: Protagonist: 60 inches - 5'0" Nemona: 66 inches - 5'6" Penny: 60 inches - 5'0" Arven: 65 inches - 5'5" Sada: 67 inches - 5'7" Turo: 70 inches - 5'10" Gym Leaders: Katy: 69 inches - 5'9" (without hat) Brassius: 70 inches - 5'10" Iono: 64 inches - 5'4" (with heels) Kofu: 71 inches - 5'11" Ryme: 67 inches - 5'7" (with heels) Tulip: 77 inches - 6'5" (with heels) Grusha: 68 inches - 5'8" Pokemon League: Rika: 68 inches - 5'8" Poppy: 38 inches - 3'2" Larry: 77 inches - 6'5" Hassel: 77 inches - 6'5" Geeta: 72 inches - 6'0" Academy Teachers: Miriam: 66 inches - 5'6" Tyme: 67 inches - 5'7" Clavell: 67 inches - 5'7" Dendra: 69 inches - 5'9" Jacq: 71 inches - 5'11" Raifort: 73 inches - 6"1" Salvatore: 75 inches - 6'3" (jeez) Saguaro: 77 inches - 6'5" (HELLO????) Team Star: Giacomo: 70 inches - 5'10" Mela: 60 inches - 5'0" Atticus: 67 inches - 5'7" Ortega: 54 inches - 4'6" Eri: 75 inches - 6'3"

[moonlitfighterrika]

"Diamond Storm!"

The diamondized shards propelled towards the flaming monster landing a direct hit. Always knowing how to make a flashy ending, it's the killing blow and the fiery anthropomorphic monster dissipates into pixels.

"Good job, Renamon. Efficient as always." Rika says to compliment her partner's successful battle, and the pair watches the data disappear into the air, deciding to skip out on downloading.

The realization that Renamon's powers had returned was a godsend for all the back-to-back fights that the pair have been engaged with. Though, it made sense with the grand size of the Digital field's fog. At least, that's how Rika has been rationalizing.

"Alright, let's go find the next one." She says as she stuffs her hands in her pockets and is ready to delve further into the mist, very upbeat and doing quite well with the current situation.

She turns around and notices a familiar face, smirking. "Well, you always show up at the perfect time when things are going down. Hopefully, you got to see that battle? You did say that you'd kill to see us kick butt."

@baddestdangerboy liked for an event starter~

[minieggukie]

hi I'm figure skating anon and if you are interested maybe you could check out some routines by other skaters, I think it's really easy to fall in love with this sport but maybe you don't really know where to start.

soooo these are some skaters that I love:

Javier Fernández: spanish skater, you can see the passion in every movement, and it's clear that he is really happy while skating. he no longer competes but I feel like everyone that likes figure skating should check out one of his programs

Yulia Lipnistkaya: she won the Sochi Olympics in 2014, I think. She is really elegant and it looks like she flows with the music, it's incredible to watch

Evgenia Medvedeva: I don't really know why but I love her skating, she no longer competes and her jumps are not the best due in part to injuries, but I love the emotion she conveys

Aliona Kostornaya: she is the one I prefer out of the 3A (the three russian girls that have swept every competition this year) because her musicality is incredible, even if the others have more quads

And now some others that I love but I'm tired so I won't elaborate

Sasha cohen (her spirals are INCREDIBLE)

Shoma uno (I love him so much)

Rika kihira (I love her strength while skating)

so as you can see I got a little carried away😅 I love this sport a little too much

anyways hope this can be useful for you, or at least entertaining

OMG THANK YOU, YOU'RE A GODSEND 💜💜

some of these names are familiar to me already as i'm diving into this but i'm looking forward to watching more. i've missed the joy and excitement of getting into a new thing 😭 there's only so many hours in a day i can spend pining for user bts_twt 😔 thanks again for taking the time to write this! and feel free to send me vid links or anything! only if you like ofc haha

[itsalwayssunnyinhinamizawa]

wait ok tho rika being assertive was a godsend

she did not even WAIT on that sword

she said “maybe it WOULD be a good thing”

sorry i want them to be in love theyre obviously in love but damn that felt good

[kakairu-rocks]

As you may have noticed in the past month or so, there have been quite a few changes to the forum, and a lot of new activities; so we would like to introduce you to the mods that are making them happen!

@rikacain is a veteran, having been around & working on the forum since the very beginning!

They are an amazing mod, having put a lot of effort into keeping the alive, even running it on their own at one point; and they are an absolute godsend! 🥰

About Rika:

1. How long have you been shipping KakaIru?

Two years now! Going on three, wow.

2. What are your favourite tropes to indulge in? Do you have any specific storylines you like within those tropes?

Fave trope… honestly I am fond of the whole waiting trope. Like, one of them is missing, the other has faith he’s making his way back or is tearing the place down looking for them… just gets me going !!!

3. Do you like Kakashi, or Iruka more?

Iruka! But I relate to Kakashi more, hah.

4. Out of your own KakaIru creations, which is your favourite?

It’ll have to be hitsuzen. It was fun to write!

5. What is your favourite ramen flavour? ;)

Definitely karamiso - or spicy miso! With a side of melt-in-your-mouth chashu and kakuni.

@kakairu-shrine is our newest mod! She's been a very active member, and recently answered our call for help!

Although she's new, she's not afraid to get things going; and has been working hard with Rika to make the forum a more interactive community!

About kakairu-shrine:

1. How long have you been shipping KakaIru?

About 3 years now!

2. What are your favourite tropes to indulge in? Do you have any specific storylines you like within those tropes?

It depends on my mood. I’m a sucker anything soft & sweet; but I also love Hurt/ Comfort! I particularly enjoy Firsts; and I absolutely love first dates where Kakashi is an awkward, shy mess, and Iruka finds it endearing 🥰

3. Do you like Kakashi, or Iruka more?

Ahh don’t make me choose! I love them both equally!

4. Out of your own KakaIru creations, which is your favourite?

It’s hard for me to decide, since I have so many to choose from (close to 40 now!); but probably… The Missing!

5. What is your favourite ramen flavour? ;)

I absolutely love miso; and often add garlic seafood to mine, just to make it a little more interesting!

Why don't you come to the forum & introduce yourself, as well? We'd love to get to know you, too!

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So You Wanna Throw a Convention Hotel Room Party

Gotta love room parties.  Where else can you find a normally socially awkward  Uthena cosplayer  drunk off shots of Hennessy flirting with other women, a Future Trunks cosplayer high off coke that he snorted off a Hex Maniac cosplayer’s ass,  and two stoned Persona fans talk about who’s best girl(s) in Persona 5? (the answer: Tae and Ohya)

Yea, you could visit multiple room parties. That’s cool and all.   But, what is cooler is hosting your own room party.  You can become the source of otaku debauchery!  I’ll teach you how!

The Hotel

To host a room party, you obviously need a hotel room. Make you have booked a room. Location is key.  You want to host your party at the primary convention hotel.  Hosting at the secondary hotel isn’t bad either,  just as long as it’s not too far from the main hotel(s). Ain’t nobody gonna drive 20 minutes to your lame ass hotel party.  A suite, a large single king-size room, or two rooms that are linked are best choices for room partying (depending on how the size of the party you’re planning).

If the convention hotel has a dedicated floor/wing/etc. for parties, request a room on that floor.  Some hotels will move your room to the party floor for free, while others require an additional fee (around an extra $100 a night).

Anime Nebraskon (Omaha), Anime Midwest (Chicago),  Anime Weekend Atlanta (Atlanta), DragonCon (Altanta) , and Archon (St. Louis) are conventions that I’ve personally attended in which they have a select floor or wing for partying.

Hospitality

(If you were Rika from Higurashi you’d be an alcoholic too.)

The job of a host is showing as much hospitality to your guests as possible.  Greet everyone with a smile.  Show them respect. Make them feel comfortable and welcomed.  This means cleaning the room hours before the party and throughout it, having liquor, juices, soda, food, and water available (which I will cover later). Talk to as many of your guests as possible. Be friendly.  Trust me, doing these things will net you repeat visitors for future parties.

Cleaning Supplies

Spills and party fouls happen.  It’s  unavoidable, but that doesn’t mean you can’t clean up (plus, you don’t want cleaning fees on your bill). Cleaning supplies will help you in the long run, and plus, cleaning goes hand-in-hand with hospitality.

Here what you’ll need:

Trashbags: Hotel trashbags are small, weak, and will overflow quick. You want something that’s heavy duty, like Hefty trashbags.  3-7  heavy duty trashbags should be more than enough for your party.  Tie a trashbag on the door handle for easy access for trash and waifus alike.

Paper Towels: Paper towels are godsend for messes.  Get something strong and absorbent like Brawny or Bounty.

Tip: Don’t use the hotel towels.  You’ll need them to dry yourself off , after you’ve washed off the shame of sleeping with that Black Lady (Sailor Moon) cosplayer after the party ended. You know,   the one who was way into character calling you “daddy” while you were raw dogging her from behind.

(Sleep with crazy. Don’t date crazy.)

Dish Soap: For difficult stains. Plus the best dish soap smells good.

Disinfection Wipes: Great way to kill germs and reduce con pluage from unwashed, unhealthy virgin nerds.

Febreze:  Because people don’t fucking shower at conventions.

Having these simple cleaning products will help you in the long run. You don’t need everything on the list, but it’s useful to have at least trash bags, dish soap, febreze,  and paper towels on stand by.

Food and  Drinks:

What’s a party without food or drinks? A rather boring one,  run by a host who’s most likely a freeloader, expecting others to bring things but not providing anything in exchange.  Nobody likes those type of people.  You gotta  have your own set of food and drinks at your party.

Here what you’ll need:

Alcohol (LEGAL DISCLAIMER: DO NOT SERVE ANYONE UNDER 21)

3 Bottles of plain Vodka 2 Bottles of  plain White Rum 2 Bottles of Dark Rum 1 bottle of tequila 1 bottle of gin 1 bottle of Triple Sec 1 bottle of Schnapps 1-3 bottles of Liquer (Peach, Sour Apple, Midori, coffee, etc.) 1 bottle of Rumchata 1 bottle/box or red wine 1 bottle/box or white wine Case of beer (24-36 pack work best) 1-6 bottles of fruit flavored vodka/rum  (pineapple, mango, raspberry, etc.)

Juices: Orange Juice Pineapple Juice Apple juice Fruit Juice/Punch Lemon/Lime juice Cranberry Juice Sweet and Sour Mix Tonic

Sodas: Coke Lemon-Lime Dr. Pepper Ginger Ale Root beer Club soda

24-36 case of bottled water

On the food end, pizza and chicken wings work well.  You can order 1-3 pounds of wings and 5 boxes of cheap pizza for an entire party. Convince party goers to put in on the food.  Don’t let others mooch off your shit.

Promotion

Nobody will come to your party if they’re unaware. You must promote it.  Create a Facebook event.  Speak to people at the convention.   Networking is key.  Now, if room partying is against hotel rules, keep it on the low.  Only tell a very select few people that you can trust.

Besides, you don’t want your party shut down because you let the wrong people in.

Oh, this can happen too.  Don’t violate disturbing the peace laws.

Rules

As a host, you gotta have rules.  Yeah, parties can be chaotic, that’s a given.  But you need to lay down some rules and have order to ensure a safe and happy party for you and your guests.

My general rules:

Respect the host and host’s room

Don’t be a creep and make others uncomfortable

Don’t fuck/sleep on my/our bed

Don’t steal. You steal you’re getting your ass beat and booted.

Keep noise at a reasonable level to prevent noise complaints.

No smoking unless it’s a smoking floor, 420 friendly hotel, etc. Also match me. I’ll match you too.

No one under 21 (if serving alcohol)

Just simple universal rules that should work.  You can add your own rules for your party depending on the nature.

Hope these tips help! Feel free to apply them to your own parties.   Be safe and have fun this con season!  If you have any suggestions and advice, please post them in the comments section below!

Further Reading: https://matadornetwork.com/nights/how-to-throw-a-secret-party-in-a-hotel-room/

http://www.betches.com/how-to-throw-a-hotel-party

Art Sources:

Second best Hotaru making terrible life choices: http://www.pixiv.net/member_illust.php?mode=medium&illust_id=55182233

Featured image source: https://www.pixiv.net/member_illust.php?mode=medium&illust_id=929247

Sakuya cleaning: https://www.pixiv.net/member_illust.php?mode=medium&illust_id=40230929

Black Lady fanart (WARNING: NSFW wesbsite): http://www.hentai-foundry.com/pictures/user/utilizator/165232

Gundam getting arrested: https://www.pixiv.net/member_illust.php?mode=medium&illust_id=9441297