#starter;elora

[fionnaubin]

for: @elora-luna

location: allard alley

Maybe he'd fucked up, was a thought which crossed Fionn's slightly addled mind. The vampire had assured him trading blood for weed was a good deal, and that it wouldn't even hurt, and with the cut hours he was about to deal with what with The Catch needing repairs, he'd thought it would be a good shout to save money. That being said, was he meant to feel so... out of it?

He put a hand to his neck as he stumbled along dizzily, reaching out to the wall for stability. He'd expected it to be a small wound and to heal quick, but his hand came away wet and even in the dim alley he could see the liquid was dark, was his own blood. The thought made Fionn slightly nauseous, or maybe that was the blood loss, and with the distraction and his vision blurring he barely saw the girl pass in front of him and nearly bumped straight into her, only at the last minute managing to take an unsteady step back with a wide eyed, unfocused look of apology, "sorry, I'm sorry-"

[fionnchristie]

for: @elora-opulence

location: outside fionn’s apartment, descray

He’d thought he was being so cute, so funny, begging her to come back in that way - and in Fionn’s mind it had been an emergency, he’d missed her so much, needed to see her. It was only now, as he opened the door ecstatically only to be faced with Elora’s concerned expression that it began to dawn on Fionn that it might not have been the correct way to behave after all.

For a moment, he even considered feigning a cough or a wheeze and acting like he’d been telling the truth, but Fionn had never been good at acting, and besides he smelled an awful lot like weed and cigarettes which he suspected would lead to a discussion regardless about his habits versus their effects on his health. Instead he was made to push through with the original idea, and to be fair that was easy as a smile had appeared on his face almost as soon as he saw her, widening across his cheeks - he was happy to see her, no matter the situation. “Hey.”

[cass-evans]

for: @elora-opulence

location: cass’ apartment, descray

It was easy to tidy up if you’d never decorated much to begin with, he had learned. Cass didn’t often have people round, though. Theo had been allowed in, once or twice. Ryden, when he’d let himself in to deal with an unwell Cass who had refused help that came in any way but forcibly. But for the most part, the boxy apartment remained scarce. Good enough for him, if not visitor appropriate. The bedroom was empty but for the closet that had came with the place; he slept on the beaten up sofa in the living room, blanket and pillow folded neatly on top of it rather than strewn around like they normally would be. The kitchen was barely touched - if he was being honest he rarely cooked anymore, was often too fucked or simply too tired to remember, but he’d had to bother today after offering. Typical of Cass, to make promises he then struggled to fulfil.

He could cook though, luckily, even if he often chose not to. He was nearly done stirring the sauce through the pasta - penne alla vodka, thankfully simple lest he go too adventurous and fuck it up the one time he had a guest - when he heard the knock on the door and made his way to the front door, leaning in the doorway as if to block the view of the inside of the apartment even though Elora would soon enough come in. “I didn’t think you’d actually come,” Cass admitted quietly, as he stepped back to allow her in.

[dreammakcr]

muse ║ elora vanserra → original character fandom ║ a court of thorns and roses notes ║ daughter of elain and lucien

"You think I'm weak, because I'm not like you." If there was one thing that couldn't be denied, it was that Elora took after her mother.

[themultiverseheroines]

Open Fandom RP (to all fandoms)

Elora a faun is seen looking out at the temples of this new area she's never been to before. She agreed to go out with your muse after agreeing to go out on a date with them. She had to admit, this was a great way to start off their date. And is looking forward to what they're going to find.

"This is so beautiful! I can't believe no one has come by these temples in a long time. Are they protected by some sort of evil curse or dangerous booby-traps?"

[bunnyreaper]

wc - 4.6k

warnings - 18+/nsfw (eventually), age gap (older male younger female), bodyguard!au, threat of violence.

notes - another visit to dilfville, a new series, because that's all we need, right? lol. hope you enjoy ♥

Friday nights meant one thing: unwinding after a long week of working in your home office, braving the outside world, and heading to the comfy flat belonging to your friend Jules.

While visiting her place was always a blast, Friday nights were for DnD. Leaving behind Earth for its fantasy counterpart and getting lost in the adventures of your group's merry band of do-gooders. 

Saturdays are usually spent drinking coffee, frequenting markets, and then rounding the night off with cocktails and dancing. (And Sunday's recuperating from being up on your feet all night, spending the day in bed reading whatever trashy romance novel is next on your reading list.) 

Your weekends are your sanctuary—your freedom from routine and work is your refuge. 

You dance around your bedroom, rocking your hips to the music as you pull on your clothes—a white blouse and black bustier to channel the vibes of your character Elora. 

When the doorbell rings, it's entirely unexpected. Anyone close to you knows you're just a few minutes away from heading out for the night—maybe it's a neighbour, you suppose to yourself as you head to the door. 

On the other side of your flat's door is an incredibly handsome man. Broad framed, ruggedly good-looking yet with a finely pressed white shirt and dress trousers. His features are striking, strong eyes and a brow slashed with a scar, stubble all over, and a neatly trimmed mohawk that strangely suits him. All in all, a sight for fucking sore eyes, standing so confidently and casually in your doorway like he belongs.

You hate how your eyes linger on his form far longer than they probably should, but the handsome stranger is just so enthralling.

"Hello?" You mumble, a little absent-mindedly, as you try to gather thoughts that aren't just lewd and dirty.

His stormy blue eyes meet yours, his cheek tugs into a half-smile that definitely doesn't meet his eyes, the faintest dimple appearing on his left cheek. "John MacTavish, ye maw sent me." 

"Oh, the bodyguard." You reply dumbly. Fuck. If you were opposed to the idea before, you certainly were now... or maybe you're not.

On one hand, you have to have a handsome stranger watching over you—on the other, you have to have a handsome stranger watching over you, while you act normal about the entire thing. 

You realise that you're acting completely the fool, so you snap out of your thoughts and step aside to allow the older man inside. "She didn't tell me to expect you... probably thought I'd run. Uh, come in." 

"Thanks." He nods as he steps through the threshold, ducking slightly as he does. 

Once inside, his eyes scan over the open-plan space of your living area, seemingly taking in every little detail. 

You watch him, sensing that his training and experience make him focus on the minute particulars of a room that others would completely skip over. 

Your mother had already clued you into the fact there might need to be security enhancements to the flat itself, and you assume those requests came at the behest of the man himself. He seems to be lost in evaluating what these might be. 

"So, what can I do for you?" You ask, filling the air with some sort of conversation starter. You have no idea what you're doing in this situation on the whole, but especially not when it comes to hiring, negotiating with, and retaining a bodyguard.

"It's what I can do fer you." He turns, taking you in now, and you start to feel self-conscious about having too many buttons undone, too much chest on show. 

Something tells you that MacTavish's gaze would make you squirm regardless—his eyes carrying a heaviness to them that seem like a fantastic attribute in a protector. Surely anyone who would even think about coming close to cause you harm would reconsider under his harsh look.

You start to wrack your brains for what he can actually do for you. Again, you have no familiarity in having personal protection, beyond what you've seen your mother undergo. Your work is fairly stable, you keep the same routine, and the biggest threat you ever seem to face is the creeps in the club. 

Well, apart from the online threats, but something about the anonymous, cowardly messages doesn't frighten you. 

"If I'm being honest,I don't exactly want a bodyguard. I don't see much of a point?" You admit, voice a little quiet. After all, you don't mean to upset or offend the man, but you're not sure he isn't just wasting his time with this job.

He squints, considering for a moment before he answers. "Yer maw sees things differently." 

She does, and that's probably the only reason you agreed to go through with this in the first place. You don't want to worry her, especially since her own security has had to be tightened due to said threats. 

"Yeah, she's really worried." 

John's brows furrow, a small frown appearing on his lips. "Aye, rightly so, considering everything." 

He seems serious and said severity gives you pause for thought. His job is to assess and protect against threats, so surely he wouldn't be here, acting the way he is were there not a valid reason for concern. The thought makes a lump form in your throat, makes your stomach twist in a way you'd rather not acknowledge. 

You try to cope with it the best way you know how—humour. 

"Eh, online threats are nothing new for a girl my age, you know? And it's not like I'm anyone important." You shrug it off, hoping that if you say the words aloud, they'll just come true. As you speak, your phone chimes with a notification from your group chat, reminding you of your upcoming plans—and the fact you're going to have to abandon this little meeting. "Uh, I'd offer you a cuppa, but I'm leaving soon." 

"Don't drink it anyway, but thanks." The man smiles slightly, before turning away once more and scanning the room. He cranes his neck to get a look down the hallway, leading to your bedroom and bathroom. "There's a difference between lads online, an' the kinda people that make up extremist groups like those targeting your maw and her party." 

"Really?" You laugh, a short, sharp sound that betrays your discomfort. You grab your jacket and keys by the door, desperate for something to fiddle with. "Thought they were all just sad loners, desperately searching for something to make them feel better." 

"Except some of them have connections, dangerous connections." 

There are a million and one reasons you don't want to go through with this, and very few urging you to. Though, removing a major worry from your mother's life is a big one—John MacTavish's gorgeous blues are another. The possible invasion of privacy lingers in your head, the worry that your father might be using this as an opportunity to have the inside track on your life, on all the things you don't tell your parents. Your mind also revolts at the idea of unnecessary restrictions to your plans, your friends being held under a magnifying glass. 

The thought of the threats being real is the only thing more startling. You sigh, resigning yourself to your fate. "If this is what will help her feel better, then I guess I better find a way to make this work." 

He nods firmly, joining you at where you hover nervously at the door. "I'd agree." 

"Unfortunately, you arrived at the worst possible time, because like I said, I'm just headed out. Can't miss the tube." You force a tight-lipped smile, making your excuse to leave—the thought of being late makes you jittery, the thought of being late continuing this difficult conversation makes you feel worse. 

"Where ye going?" He asks, head tilted. 

You know it's the first question of many. Where are you going? Who are you going with? The atmosphere already feels a little stifling, the relationship a little strained. You and John aren't friends, never will be friends. He's here to do a job, watch over you, and take your security very, very seriously. 

"This is how it's always going to be?" You ask, the question coming out a little snappier than you intend it to. 

John takes it in stride, unblinking in the face of your shortness, and yet unrelenting in his need for information. "Aye." 

Once more, you sigh. "Right... I'm going to my weekly DnD game at my friend's house, and please, I really don't wanna cancel." You plead, feeling like a child reasoning with their parents rather than two adults on equal footing. You hate the feeling, even if you know his intentions are pure. 

"How many friends?" He asks. 

"4." You answer instantly. 

"How long have ye known them?" His questioning continues, and his focus on the people you trust naturally drives you up the wall, even if again, you know it's just his job.

Your grasp on your keys tightens, your agitation growing. "I'll tell you whatever I can some other time, but please, I hate being late." You gesture to the door, indicating that it's time for him and you to leave. 

John grabs the door, opening it for you and allowing you to step through before he does. As you turn to lock the door, you expect him to arrange another time and to bid you farewell, but he doesn't. "I'll drive ye. Dinnae bother arguing, lass." 

His words have a finality to them that quiets you anyway, but the use of 'lass' renders you all but speechless. 

"Okay..." You mumble, leading the way down the stairs as his hand comes to ghost along your lower back.

MacTavish’s vehicle is parked out in the street, and as you approach the car, you can feel his eyes searching again. He beats you to the car, a sleek black Range Rover, opening the door for you before climbing inside himself.  

The action would be nice under any other circumstance, and such propriety is something you're probably going to have to get used to, but right now it just reinforces the annoying, infantilising feeling that you're currently suffering through. 

As you give your friend's address to John, he takes off without another word, flicking on the car stereo before he goes. The atmosphere is thick, stifling, and you can only hope that in time the feeling will lessen, especially if your mother makes him a permanent feature. 

On the way over, he picks up his questioning where he left off. "So, how long have you known this group?"

"A good few years, since uni." 

"We can go over names and details when you're ready." 

You take a deep breath, holding it in and then forcing yourself to calm a little. Instead, you try to focus on watching John, the diligent way he drives. "I'm assuming you have a long list of things we'll need to go over."

His eyes don't stray from you. "Aye, that we do." 

The two of you fall into tense silence for the rest of the drive, nothing but the music and the sound of the car to keep you company. In the quiet street your friend lives on, John pulls in to park on the opposite side of the road, killing the engine and the radio, making the silence almost deafening.

Your nerves are getting the better of you again, and yet John seems so comfortable, unperturbed by the awkwardness. You're unsure what comes next, what to say. 

"Not to be rude but, I'd prefer if you didn't come in." You utter, saying the first thing that springs to mind, despite it probably not being the best thing either. You flash the man an apologetic smile before you continue. "I don't know how to deal with all this, especially when we haven't agreed on how all this is gonna work?" 

You hope your earnest admission makes up for your temporary ill-manners. 

"Tha's fine, I'll stay here." He looks completely impassive. "Not ideal, but it'll do." 

He doesn't look bothered by the inconvenience, and you suppose you should assuage him of the idea it's going to be a quick visit.

"Really? I'll be gone for a few hours." 

His brow quirks. "Yer maw paid upfront, so as far as am concerned, my job's already started." Once more, his statement is absolute, and you don't bother trying to argue.

"Right then." 

John is out of the car first, headed straight to your side of the door, checking left and right before he opens to let you out. 

The action makes you both laugh and curse, perplexed by the deed as you climb out. "You're not my driver, you know you don't need to open the door for me?" 

He laughs too, derisive and short as he closes the door a little too sharply. "Not tae be rude, but I believe the words you're looking for are 'thank you'."  

"Gonna walk me to the door?" You ask, trying to shed yourself of your nerves and make the situation lighter. 

You can't stay tense and subdued for the entire duration of this relationship—besides, now you're moments away from reuniting with the others in Albion Vale and forgetting all about this mess for a few hours. That alone is enough to raise your spirits. 

John forces a cheeky, tight-lipped smile, the crow's feet at his eyes crinkling almost condescendingly. "Not feeling tha' gentlemanly anymore. I'm sure ye'll be fine." 

"I'm sure." You make your way halfway across the road, before coming to a realisation, stopping and turning. "Oh, what's your number, you know, make this whole thing easier?"  

John darts out, his arm falling just beside you as he ushers you across the road and onto the other side.

"Pass yer phone." He says, holding out a large, rough hand expectantly. 

"Right, yeah." You nod, probably more than is necessary, as you pass your phone over to the man. 

John takes the phone more softly than you expect, typing in his name and number before holding it back out for you to take. "I'll be here when yer done, to take ye home." 

"Uh, thank you." You take the phone, before walking away sheepishly heading into your friend's block of flats and toward her apartment. 

With each step you take, you try to push John and the threats and everything to do with the outside world far, far out of your brain. 

The night passes by in a flurry of laughter and fun, lost in the adventures of Albion Vale and the antics of your party. 

The session wraps up, and while you would usually be in no rush to head back—you know you can't sit around and leave John, however much a stranger he is, sitting in the car outside. 

You text him to let him know you're headed down in five, and when you make it to the street less than 3 minutes later, he is there, leaning against the car door waiting for you. 

"Thank you." You whisper, climbing inside. When John joins you in the car, he scrubs at his eyes before putting the key in the ignition. "Have you not been bored out of your mind?" 

"Nothing I'm not used to." He replies instantly, pulling away before you can ask any further. 

"What did you do before this?" You ask, curiosity getting the better of you. 

From your understanding, most bodyguards cut their teeth in the police or the armed forces, and have tonnes of experience under their belt.

John oozes an ex-forces demeanour–his perfect posture, constant alertness, and the scars littering his skin. 

It'd be hard not to notice, but becomes immediately obvious with the way your eyes seem to love settling upon him when they can. You have to force yourself to squash down the drunken, misguided lust that flares within you as you watch his large hands on the steering wheel and notice his veiny, hairy, and muscular forearms. 

"Army, Captain." He answers, pulling your attention back to him in a more professional manner properly. 

Something within the way he speaks makes you think there's more to the story—though you suppose with that kind of background, he has a cache of secrets and tales that he can never really share.

"Oh." You nod, feeling a little soothed. If you have to be protected, you suppose someone with his level of experience is the best man for the job. "I'm in good hands then." 

Once more, he flashes a forced half-smile. "Aye."

A moment passes, and you find more questions bubbling to the front of your brain. Naturally, you're curious about this man who is undoubtedly going to become a big part of your life from now on, but the fact that his nature is a little reserved makes your curiosity multiply. You've long been a sucker for closed-off older men—call it a character flaw. 

"Why did you leave the army? If you don't mind me asking."

There's a beat of silence where you think he might not answer, but eventually, he does, eyes still fixed on the road. 

"Medical reasons. Nothing that affects my ability to do this job." He rushes to add, a slight spark of defensiveness flashing through as his jaw visibly tightens.

You're no expert detective, and you haven't seen your protector in action, but your first guess is that whatever ailment made him leave isn't entirely physical. The fact he's been somewhat open about it puts your mind at ease, the fact that your mother has clearly vetted him even more so. 

You offer an empathetic smile that he likely doesn't see. "I don't doubt it." 

The drive home passes quicker and easier with a bit of mead in your veins, allowing you to loosen up enough to hum along to the music playing from John's speakers. The little buzz passing through you alleviates that sense of trepidation you felt earlier, luring you into a false sense of security. 

When the car pulls up and John lets you out, you know just what to say what needs to come next. "Well, I guess you should come in so we can formalise things." 

"I'd appreciate it." He nods, before turning back to the car to grab a bag and follow you into the building.

 *

You and John sit at your kitchen island, tea in your hand and coffee in John's—a neat, stapled stack of papers sits before you.

"Here's the contract I signed with ye maw, but she's given us some wiggle room." John says, tapping the top of the paper where the bold letters of CLOSE PROTECTION AGREEMENT — 141 SECURITY sit. 

"Nice of her to allow me a say, if I'm honest." You laugh dryly—you love your mother dearly, but you'd be lying if you said she wasn't overbearing. Your initial protests about this whole arrangement had been entirely shut down, and clearly, she didn't trust you to follow through considering she sprung John on you tonight, unannounced.

"I'm sure she just wants what's best for ye." John offers as you flick through the pages.

The contract outlines the agreement between the Guard and The Principal—with stipulations on activities, compensation, and conduct. 

It's weird seeing it all laid out on paper, seeing the hefty cost of John's services, and the fact you'll be giving this man free access to your home and life. All of this to keep you safe from some nebulous threats that have not even been acted upon.

"She does, but this is inconvenient, and frustrating to say the least." You purposefully choose not to include the words 'fucking annoying' and 'torturing me with a hot man I can't have', though your next conversation with your therapist will absolutely include such descriptions and more. 

"I can understand tha'." He nods understandingly, before raising his coffee and taking a sip—his gaze unwavering as he does. "You've never had close protection before?" 

You shake your head. "No, this is all new to me." 

"Okay. We'll start by discussing exactly what kind of protection you're looking for. Part of tha' will be dictated by what yer maw laid out, like I said, we can decide specifics." 

"Sounds like a plan." You lean back in your stool, tea in hand as you contemplate. Admittedly, you should have done some research before this, but in your defence, you did think you had more time. You're not entirely sure what boundaries you can set—but you hope that John can lead the process a little. "I don't think I can do something 24/7, and it's not like you can stay here, I guess."

You cringe internally thinking about how fucking awkward that would be—your tipsy brain supplies the image of the world's most uncomfortable sleepover. 

In your imagination, John looks grumpy and uncomfortable, still tucked up in bed in that stiff shirt with his boots still on. You are, of course, in little fluffy bunny pyjamas staring at him all gooey-eyed whilst he tries to pretend everything is normal. It takes conscious effort for you not to giggle at the mental image.

"I understand. I'd suggest I escort you anywhere outside these four walls, day or night, work and social events. Conduct security checks on your flat, vet close contacts, update your digital security, things like tha'." John supplies a rundown of potential actions like it's a grocery list, yet a very severe grocery list. His collected nature does put you more at ease.

"Sounds a tad invasive." 

"I'll try to make it as little as possible." 

"Thanks, I appreciate it." You smile slightly, truly thankful for his consideration and tact.

You give John a once over, thoughts once again ticking over. "If you're going to be with me everywhere, you can't walk around like that, outside of my work, that is. No offense, it's just, all my friends are gonna think I'm a self-important twat if I start showing up everywhere with some posh bodyguard." You stop abruptly, realising how much you're bloody rambling.

"Am far from posh. But, more casual look then, aye?" 

You smile a little nervously, hoping you haven't completely offended the man. "Please." 

This whole situation is beyond difficult to navigate—untreaded paths, forging new relationships, balancing existing ones. Your friends really are going to think this whole situation is beyond bizarre. They already find amusement in seeing your mother on the news. Having a bodyguard is going to leave you subject to endless teasing, relentless mocking, and attempts to make your and John's life a whole lot harder.

Your head falls into your hands as you rub at the sockets of your eyes, undoubtedly smearing your makeup and making a mess of your face. It'll get easier, you reassure yourself.

With your eyes closed and pressed into the heel of your hands, you don't see the way John's expression softens or the way he moves closer to comfort you before hesitating and stopping short. "Wha's the matter?" 

"I'm just... incredibly anxious about how this is going to play out with my friends, with work." 

John leaps into problem-solving mode, immediately pulling from his brain some words to soothe you, as well as making note of what bumps in the road to smooth out. "Ye mother said she already consulted yer work, and they're fine to make accommodations." 

Of course, she'd already talked to David about the whole thing. "So it'll be fine aside from all the gossip it will cause." 

"It's politics and I ken yer not naïve, everybody's talking anyway, no?" He offers, and yet you don't seem assuaged, so he tries a different tactic. "It's my job to blend in. They'll barely notice me." 

"With that haircut? Sorry." You giggle—surprisingly you find the mohawk suits his rugged look, but it certainly isn't something you've seen on a man that wasn't walking the streets of Camden. Though, even with a more fitting haircut, the man is so casually striking and ever so slightly imposing that he just naturally draws attention. "In general, you don't strike me as a man who does blending in well, not in civilian life anyway."

His eyes narrow for a moment, before he struggles to fight off a smirk. "Hmm, ye might have a point. Not changing ma hair though, sorry. Nae sure ye family has enough money for tha' one."  

His more playful side makes your heart soar, and gives you hope that everything might just be alright.

"I have a crazy idea." Okay, maybe you're more tipsy than you thought you were, as your brain supplies an outlandish plot and your mouth runs away with it. 

His eyebrow arches and his eyes sparkle with intrigue. John MacTavish seems like a man who likes crazy ideas. "Go oan." 

"I'll tell my friends that you're my boyfriend, and we're just so madly in love that you have to come everywhere with me. Means no real questions." 

Your proposition is met with deafening silence, despite the huge, encouraging grin on your face.

John laughs, just the once, before his expression hardens. "Not a chance, lass."

"Why? You don't have to really do anything. Besides, it'll save you sitting outside in the car, or staring from the shadows and making everyone feel uncomfortable." 

You realise now that while you noticed a distinct lack of a ring, there's the possibility that John is still attached, and what you're suggesting is wildly inappropriate—but it's not that point he argues on.

"Aye, so I just have to spend ma time socialising instead." He scoffs.

"Well, surely you're not brooding and mysterious all the time." You wager.

Once more, he finds a smirk tugging at his lips that he can't hold back. "No' at all, but it's been a long time since I was the life of the party, and something tells me that me an' your DnD friends don't have a lot in common." 

"They might surprise you, but you also might surprise yourself. Maybe you're a secret nerd." You wink, still being jovial before you shift back to your genuine pleas. "It'll make my life a whole lot easier and be one less thing for me to stress about. My friends wouldn't second guess the story much once they got past the shock of me bagging someone older, wiser, and oh-so-handsome. Please."  

You flash your softest, sweetest doe eyes and lay the compliments on extra thick in the hopes of swaying him. In the political world, you're used to using charm to try and get what you want, and know that without charisma you'd get nowhere. Perhaps it's a bit low of you to stoop to using flirtation on someone who could likely run rings around you when it comes to negotiation, but it's worked before, and at this point, you're desperate.

John straightens up in his seat, eyes you for a moment, and then lets out a heavy sigh, crossing his arms over his chest. "Fine." 

The fact he relents honestly takes you a little by surprise. You're relieved, but yes, surprised. "Huh?"

"Fine, I'll be whoever ye want me to be..." The look in his eyes shifts to something imperceptible, as he leans over the counter closer to you. "As long ye listen to what I say when it comes to yer safety and security. Deal?" 

He holds out his hand, and your own feels dwarfed when you reach out to take his calloused palm.

"You drive a hard bargain, John MacTavish. Deal." You shake, and neither of you makes a move to immediately let go.

"Aye, a know." He winks, and the action makes your heart skip a beat, your cheeks flood with heat.

Each second passes slowly, his touch feeling like too much and not enough all at once. You know at that moment that life from now on is going to be especially difficult as long as John is around.

What he says next is the final nail in that particular coffin. "Would've done it anyway, but glad I got ye to agree to ma terms, lass." 

[renegadetulisrp]

Lunara - Interpol Agent 30+

Nate - ER Surgeon 40+

Jason - Club owner 40+

Adra - Teacher 30+

Carlos - Car Mechanic 40+

Elora - Student 20+

Savannah - Visual Artist 30+

Diego - Bounty Hunter 40+

Zach - Mob Boss 40+

Akira - Biochemist 20+

Alexander - Guitarist 25 - 30+ Ariaella - Baker 25-30+

**These are currently my babies with no active threads! Like for a starter from one of them. Specify muse if you want or I can just throw a random one at you! Please note that some of my muses here are asexual / demisexual so if you do want shippy things, we need to do some plotting / discussions.

[exmcrtis]

location: reid's place

closed starter for: @backmaskcd (reid)

"i hope you brought your A-game today, buddy, because i'm gearing up to whoop your ass." elora's voice was cheerful as she let herself into reid's room, a bag full of snacks hanging off of her shoulder and a sweet smile on her face. truth be told, whenever she and reid played games together he usually won, but she needed to continue the bit just like she always did. "you ready?"

[putawayyourphone]

Sophia: "Just a few more years, right? Just a few more years and everything will get better. Yeah it will get better... Once I move out I can take my brother away from mom and dad. It will get better soon...."

"I wish Elora was here.... she should have taken Xavier instead. He would have been a lot more happy with her. It breaks my heart to see another one of my siblings like this..."

*Sniffle.*

"It will get better. I just have to find a husband soon. Or quick. Just anything to get us out of here. I don't care if I have to sell my body or get damaged for it. As long as it gets us out of here."

"I don't like it here. It's getting harder to stay positive. I feel hopelessly and trapped that I can't do anything to help when my siblings are unhappy..."

"I'm afraid Xavier will end up like Xena... that's even if she's still alive... I hope so... I really do hope so... she hasn't contacted us in years... neither has Lillie..."

"Everything will get better...."

".... it will get better...."

".... just a few more years..."

OOC: @xavier-thebest Boom characterization post. Not a rp starter but just a little post of the only decent family member in this household.

[wickedsrest-rp]

What’s new in town?:

The giant leg that erupted from the ground is like nothing anyone has ever seen before. Is it a coincidence that Wicked's Rest is full of bad omens around the same time it showed up? Check out our current plot of the week of Season 2 for ways to interact!

Ring in the Spring! There’s a town picnic, a huge caterpillar infestation, and so much more in our seasonal event.

In addition to all those Twilight marathons, the Midnight Drive-In is also featuring The Lovely Bones until May 1st. This confuses a lot of people who are expecting a familiar adaptation and getting something much weirder. Also, it was produced in Ireland? No one recognizes the names in the credits.

Have you ever played Viva Piñata? Now you can in real life! Cute, colorful piñatas have become animated and are hopping around town. Some people are ecstatic to chase them, whack them open, and get all the goodies inside. Others not so much. They might explode all on their own, too, and they aren't all filled with candy.

The RP is celebrating its 1 year anniversary! We'll be posting some goodies this upcoming weekend, but in the meantime, enjoy the meta anons and content being posted to the main throughout the week.

Starters:

Frankie and Tino have some spring goodies to share with the town!

Maggie needs some medicine for a cold. Maybe allergies? Tis the season for sneezin'.

Zofia is having a yard sale - check it out!

[ Unsanitary tw] Winter is pissed off someone left a (very nice) present on her doorstep.

Wyatt is very calmly wondering what that thing that came out of the ground looks like to anyone else.

Elora found a dog please help her it's not a dog.

[fionnchristie]

@elora-opulence

Maybe it had been a joke, their suggestion that they run to each other, meet in the middle. But if it had been, then it was a joke Fionn had misunderstood, because he had sprinted to get to her, caught up in the sheer excitement of finding her, like a child or a teenager experiencing feelings for the first time and overwhelmed with them. It was a naivety Fionn had had underlying his personality before, but now it seemed she brought it out more and more each time he saw her, and it brought him unbridled joy, enough to make him want to do anything to see her again.

And so when he finally made it to her, he was out of breath, but the grin on his face was clear even if he couldn't yet vocalise his happiness and he pulled her to him, messy kiss landing right on her lips as Fionn span her around, laughing breathlessly, "I missed you."



[cass-evans]

for: @elora-opulence

location: the den

Maybe she'd noticed his lack of presence at the Den over the past month, or maybe not - either way, Cass wasn't particularly inclined to providing an explanation for his absence, although the sheepish smile on his face when Elora turned to face him and the quick eyebrow raise he offered indicated that he might be capable of experiencing at least some measure of guilt regarding his going off radar. "Is it gonna be a total dick move if I ask for a welcome back free drink?"

[sound-wav3]

Fictober 2024

Rose

Prompt: 26 ("you were the first")

Fandom: Original Work

Rating: E

There was a slight clatter as I placed down the tea tray. I carefully set out two cups out and poured tea into both of them. I place one on a saucer in front of Mistress Elora and one on a saucer in front of her guest.

"Thank you, Conner."

I bowed and moved off to the side of the room.

"So, Mr. Granthul, what bring you back here after so many years?"

Hugo Granthul was a large man, from a poor family. It would be impossible to tell he didn't come from money looking at him. He was wearing formal armor for starters. Pretty bad for combat but it looks quite fancy.

"Miss Evenelle-"

"Please, you may call me Elora."

"Elora. I have heard your 'wish granting' business has been going well."

"But of course. As long as there are people there will be wishes. And as long as there are wishes, I will offer to grant them."

"For a price of course."

"Of course. You know nothing is free."

"Of course. And King Hendrick was more than happy to allow you to continue operation within his kingdom. Provided you follow a few rules."

"Yes. I remember."

"I apologize for my bluntness, but do you?"

"Three rules. I may not grant anyone a kingdom or power over the king. I may not kill anyone. I may not take on an apprentice."

"And yet I've heard rumors of a young girl here. One who is also practicing the dark arts."

"It's simple magic. Same as the court wizard."

"So you admit it."

"I do not. I have no apprentice. The young girl in question is my new daughter. I have adopted her as I have to children of my own. I have all the legal documents, if you would like to see them."

"But you are teaching her magic! That goes against the King's orders!"

"The rule was to not take an apprentice. I have not. I have a daughter. And it only makes sense for a mother to teach her daughter, does it not?"

"You are twisting the King's rule to your own need!"

"I have done no such thing! I am following the king's rules to the letter!"

"Elora you don't-"

"You will do well to remember your place when you insult me."

He scowled. "Miss Evenelle. This cannot be allowed to stand. I have orders to take you and the girl into custody."

Mistress Elora put down her teacup. Her eyes lit up with a burning anger. "Hugo, you will do no such thing. My daughter and I have done nothing. I simply granted her wish to be brought up in a safe household. I have granted many wishes to help many people of this kingdom in a similar many. You would know. You were the first one."

Hugo looked down. Emotions flashed across his face. Eventually he stood up. "...I will report you have adopted a daughter to the king. He will not be happy with this news."

"Then I am sorry he cannot congratulate me on starting a family."

Hugo left. After he left the mansion Mistress Elora called out. "Rose, come here please."

Rose stepped out from behind the parlor door. She walked into the room and went to sit across from Mistress Elora. Mistress Elora patted the seat next to her. Rose sat next to her.

"Rose, dear. You needn't worry. You are my daughter and I not let harm come to you."

"But, what if they hurt you?"

"Oh not possible. Conner would tear them to shreds before they could touch me."

"Familiars can do that?"

"Strong and loyal ones can. Now let's lighten the mood. Are you ready to play with fire?"

Rose gasped. "You're gonna teach me fireball!?"

"Can't be a witch without it!"

[apurekindness]

@tirmorheir gets a starter

Timidly, Kiara knocked on the door of Lady Elora's chambers. Since Kiara's arrival in Camelot a few weeks ago, and the start of her employment as Gaius' assistant, she had been desperate to speak to Elora alone. She could feel the Lady's magic as soon as she was near to her - it was powerful - and she wanted to see if she could learn from her.

"My Lady? It is Kiara, may I come in?" she spoke, through the door.

[jasimkhalil]

CLOSED STARTER for: @itsp0ppy. WHERE | WHEN: Seaglass Heights Farmers Market, noon.

Maybe it's unconventional, and maybe it's always seasoned with a dash of melancholia, each time the two of them agree to spend time with each other and try to maintain their bond. But, Faolán needs this, to keep a tether on his past—no matter how ill-advised that is.

It's still easy enough to spend time with her, after the initial awkwardness subsides and they're back in the standard swing of things. Such as—

"Oi, did you see that fuckin' dog?" As they move past a stranger and their dog walking by, featuring an absolutely stunning German Shepherd, all black and fluffy. He is now entirely distracted from the handcrafted jewelry he had been looking at.

"I didn't know we could bring dogs here." He's still not sure on that. "I should've brought Elora."

[likecometsx]

┘elora&anyone *☄; open starter

elora, gathering courage, nibbled on her bottom lip and tapped the other on the shoulder. they'd just taken the last of the exact artisan cheese she needed off the shelf. "okay. if i make a very convincing argument, do you think i could actually have that?" she asked, pointing at their hands. "i know it sounds crazy, but it's actually kind of important."