#the most beautiful quality of a true friendship is to understand and be understood with absolute clarity (hannibal chat)

[filhosdatany]

hannibal lecter: tags

[honeygrahambitch]

God i love every single thing about Mizumono. From the clock ticking noises in the background which keep you on edge to the facial expressions of every single one of the characters. Everyone did a magnificent job with alternating fear, pain, rage, regret and betrayal. Special mention for Will's face when Hannibal touches him and Hannibal's face when Will says "I already did."

Even the fucking decor is chef's kiss. Their clothes. Every blood stain. Will's wet hair. The blood on Hannibal's face. The way he holds him. The way he holds him while he is bleeding. Showing him one last bit of bitter-sweet affection.

The dialogue. The dialogue is AHHH.

"You were supposed to leave."

"We couldn't leave without you."

(...)

Fate and circumstance have returned us to this moment. When the teacup shatters

(...)

I gave you a rare gift but you didn't want it

Didn't I

(...)

You would deny me my life

No. Not your life, no.

AND BLOODFEST. BLOODFEST WILL FOREVER HUNT ME.

Oh and let's not forget little easter eggs like the fact that Will drops his gun on purpose cause he realizes he doesn't deserve to defend himself and that Hannibal should punish him however he pleases. And we should also mention Hannibal picking up Will's jacket <3

The way Will's desperate pleas when he realizes Hannibal would kill Abigail.

And if you are not yet bowling your eyes, let me remind you of how Hannibal could have run away the night before when he smelled Freddie on Will. But nope, he had decided to stay. To hope until the very last second that Will would change his mind.

And another special mention I want to make it's for a scene that has always hit hard for me. When Jack enters the kitchen.

I want to thank you, Dr. Lecter, for your friendship.

The most beautiful quality of a true friendship is to understand and be understood with absolute clarity.

Then this is the clearest moment of our friendship.

[rhiannon-girl]

The most beautiful quality of a true friendship is to understand them. Be understood with absolute clarity.

[galerymod]

One of the most beautiful qualities of true friendship is to understand and to be understood.

Lucius Annaeus Seneca

The ideal of philosophy, but reality speaks a different language.

mod

As soon as it comes to reputation, money, power, passion with a mixture of greed and desire, friendship is only a very, very thin thread that breaks quickly.

mod

The competition and the egos of those who call each other friends play against the very concept of friendship.

Mistrust and vanity do the rest.

The nice thing about the powerful is that as they get older, they trust no one for fear of losing their power.

[kiss-my-freckle]

"The most beautiful quality of a true friendship is to understand them. Be understood with absolute clarity." - Hannibal

"You and I… we have something. An understanding." - Elena

"Will Graham understands Hannibal. He accepts him. Now, who among us doesn't want understanding and acceptance?" - Jack

"I like you now. Just the way you are." - Elena

"Imitation allows us to better understand the behavior of others." - Will

"Because you're a vampire now. And part of you knows you're a lot more like me than you are like him." - Damon, Elena's subconscious

Delena + Hannibal

[coroahq]

( giovana cordeiro, cis female, she/her, 27) ** ♔ announcing ELEANORA "NORA" JÖNSSON,  PRINCESS OF SWITZERLAND! in a recent portrait they seem to resemble GIOVANA CORDEIRO. it is a miracle that SHE survived the last five years and for that reason, they are FOR the kingdoms working together. reflecting on them now, they remind me of  GREAT AMBITION HIDDEN BEHIND AN ALOOF FACADE, PERFECT HAIR AND AN EVEN BETTER REPUTATION, ORNATE GOWNS AND LUXURIOUS JEWELRY .

Eleanora, named after her adoptive mother's sister, was born in a distant land far from the kingdom of Switzerland. Tragedy struck her family when she was just a toddler, as a devastating earthquake ravaged their homeland. In the chaos that ensued, Eleanora's parents, whom she barely remembers, were lost, and she was left orphaned and alone.

News of the earthquake reached the compassionate ears of the Swiss king and queen, who immediately sent aid to the affected region. Among the rescue efforts, they discovered the young Eleanora, frightened and in desperate need of care. Touched by her plight, they decided to bring her back to their kingdom and raise her as their own.

Eleanora's transition into her new life was not without challenges. The memories of her parents and the trauma of the earthquake lingered within her, causing her to be initially withdrawn and reserved. The king and queen, recognizing the pain she carried, surrounded her with love and understanding, allowing her to heal at her own pace.

As time passed, Eleanora found solace in the beauty of the Swiss countryside, with its tranquil lakes and lush green valleys. Nature became her sanctuary, a place where she could connect with her innermost thoughts and find peace. It was during these quiet moments that she felt a stirring within her, as if the spirit of Aphrodite, the goddess of love and beauty, whispered secrets of charm and grace into her heart.

Eleanora's transformation began subtly. She discovered a natural talent for creating art, particularly intricate portraits capturing the essence of love and affection. With each stroke of her brush, her shyness melted away, replaced by a blossoming confidence and a desire to share her unique perspective with the world.

Her newfound artistic prowess soon attracted attention from the royal court and beyond. The vibrant colors and the genuine emotion emanating from her creations captured the hearts of those who beheld them. Her charm was not confined to one gender; she effortlessly enchanted both men and women with her magnetic presence. Her beauty, both outward and inward, radiated a warmth and authenticity that drew people towards her like moths to a flame.

When in the company of men, Nora's grace and charm had a transformative effect. With a single smile, she could melt the most stoic of hearts and ignite a fire of passion within them. Her genuine interest in their stories and opinions made them feel seen and valued, allowing them to open up and share their deepest desires and vulnerabilities. Eleanora possessed an uncanny ability to make every man she encountered feel like a hero, a cherished soul worthy of love and adoration.

Similarly, Nora had an enchanting effect on women. Her nurturing spirit and genuine empathy created an environment of trust and camaraderie. Women felt comfortable confiding in her, knowing that their secrets were safe within her gentle embrace. Eleanora celebrated the beauty and strength of her fellow women, inspiring them to embrace their own unique qualities and recognize their inherent worth. She encouraged them to embrace self-love, to honor their dreams and passions, and to never settle for anything less than true, authentic love.

Nora reveled in the joy of love itself. She understood that love transcended mere romantic notions, encompassing friendship, familial bonds, and self-love.

[icy-saturday]

THE COSMIC CONNECTION - Gargantua Part 2

By Maulwurf

Once upon a time, in a bustling city filled with towering buildings and curious minds, there lived a friendly black hole named Gargantua. Gargantua's story began in an unethical ion collider where she was mistreated and subjected to harsh experiments in the name of scientific curiosity.

Gargantua's unique abilities, however, did not align with the expectations of the scientists. Her gravitational pull was unexpectedly weak, rendering her useless for their research. Determined to escape the terrifying facility, Gargantua made several daring attempts until, finally, she managed to break free.

Now free but weak and disoriented, Gargantua roamed the city streets, searching for someone who would care for her despite her shortcomings. The city dwellers were both intrigued and afraid of her, for her presence caused objects and matter to swirl around her in a mesmerizing cosmic dance. But no one understood her, and she felt alone.

One fateful night, as Gargantua floated through the city, she caught the attention of Luna, a young stargazer. Luna had always been fascinated by the mysteries of the universe and had spent countless nights gazing at the stars, dreaming of cosmic connections.

Luna's curiosity and open heart allowed her to see beyond the fear and embrace Gargantua's uniqueness. She approached Gargantua with kindness and offered her friendship. With Luna's companionship, Gargantua began to feel a sense of belonging and trust.

Together, Gargantua and Luna embarked on an extraordinary adventure to unlock the true potential of Gargantua's powers. Luna's knowledge of astronomy and Gargantua's innate understanding of the cosmos created a perfect harmony between them.

Gargantua discovered that her weak gravitational pull had a hidden purpose. Instead of destruction, she could use her gentle touch to influence the paths of celestial objects, guiding them through the vast expanse of space. Luna, with her unwavering belief in Gargantua's abilities, helped her realize that her powers were not meant for research but for forging cosmic connections.

As their bond grew stronger, Gargantua and Luna became a source of inspiration for others. They organized stargazing events where people could witness Gargantua's gentle sway and learn about the wonders of the universe. Gargantua's cosmic dance brought joy and a sense of unity among the people who once feared her.

With Luna's support, Gargantua blossomed into a symbol of hope and understanding. She taught humanity that even in the darkest corners of the universe, there can be light and beauty. The Cosmic Connection they shared became a beacon of love, acceptance, and the infinite possibilities that exist within the cosmos.

And so, Gargantua and Luna continued their journey together, inspiring others to embrace the cosmic connections that lie within each of us and to celebrate the unique qualities that make us who we are. Their story became a reminder that even the most unexpected friendships can create a universe of wonders and transform lives forever. 

[fixquotes]

"One of the most beautiful qualities of true friendship is to understand and to be understood"

- Seneca the Younger

[mushroomjar]

[Image Description: Four gifs of two scenes from Hannibal. The first two show Hannibal saying: "The most beautiful quality of a true friendship is to understand and be understood with absolute clarity." The other two gifs show Jack saying: "Will Graham understands Hannibal. He accepts him. Who amongst us doesn't want understanding and acceptance?" End Image Description]

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[kiroharabas]

One of the most beautiful qualities of true friendship is to understand and to be understood. ...

[probaway]

AI approaches the wisdom of Seneca

Seneca (4 BC-65 AD) — Wiki – Pic – was a Stoic philosopher, tutor of the young Roman Emperor Nero and associate of then slave Epictetus. No man was ever wise by chance. Seneca (4 BC-65 AD) — Wiki – Pic – was a Stoic philosopher, tutor of the young Roman Emperor Nero . 1. One of the most beautiful qualities of true friendship is to understand and to be understood. Seneca was emphasizing the…

[granolarolla]

The Night We Became Friends

One of the most beautiful qualities of true friendship is to understand and to be understood.  Lucius Annaeus Seneca I recommend against sleeping with your best friend. I’d had a friend a long time ago who seemed like the only one who could understand certain things about me. We were briefly a couple, but we were better at being friends. He’s not the sort to be single much, and I really needed…

[saturnrevolution]

things no one tells you about your jupiter sign

Aries Jupiter 🍀

You attract blessings whenever you follow that fire inside of you that screams loud and pushes you towards your dreams. You attract blessings whenever you stand up for yourself, when you do not wait for the right moment to say what you've been feeling, but you express your emotions right away for your own good. You attract blessings when know you don't have to be understood to succeed. You attract blessings when you nurture that child inside of you and when you're not scared of the ridicule.

Taurus Jupiter 🍀

You attract blessings when you speak your mind, no matter how much the truth might hurt in the moment, you know that it can only do good on the long run. You attract blessings when you do things for your own comfort and when you build a safe space for yourself. You attract blessings when you invest in quality time spent with your loved ones. You attract blessings when you slow down and asses and when you don't give up on your goals no matter how long it takes. You attract blessings when you place quality on top of quantity in all areas of your life.  

Gemini Jupiter 🍀

You attract blessings when you go on that search for information and you stimulate your mind through reading or through learning a new language. You attract blessings when you accept both your happy side and you sad side and you go with the flow. You attract blessings when you have heated debates on any possible subject, but most importantly on the subjects that you are passionate about. You attract blessings when you finally implement that idea that has been waiting for you. 

Cancer Jupiter 🍀

You attract blessings when you shut down your brain and listen solely to your intuition. You attract blessings when you open your heart and let others in your inner world. You attract blessings when you give and when you show up. You attract blessings when you forgive and when you accept, even if you don’t understand. You attract blessings when you are kind to yourself and when you take some time off. You attract blessings when you let your imagination guide you and you put it out in the world. 

Leo Jupiter 🍀 

You attract blessings when you team up with your fear and instead of letting it consume you, you let it motivate you. You attract blessings when you believe in yourself and when you let go of external validation. You attract blessings when you are leading and when you deal with things as they come. You attract blessings when you let those creative juices flow and you feel the present moment through every cell of your body. You attract blessings when you roar and jump towards your passions. 

Virgo Jupiter 🍀

You attract blessings when you investigate, when you research and when you thrive to be the best version of yourself. You attract blessings when you listen, when you pay attention and when you analyze and seek. You attract blessings when you begin to see the value in the every day and when you find the routine that works best for you, not the one that everyone seems to be doing. You attract blessings when you show up for your friends through small favors. You attract blessings when you decide rationally. 

Libra Jupiter 🍀

You attract blessings when you let yourself be a bit of a hopeless romantic. You attract blessings when you seek to find harmony rather than destruction. You attract blessings when you learn that winning is not always the most fulfilling. You attract blessings when you create, when you shine and when you spend time immersing into the beauty of the world and get lost in it. You attract blessings when you negotiate and fight for what’s right. You attract blessings when you go out, when you write, you paint or you speak in a gracious manner. 

Scorpio Jupiter 🍀 

You attract blessings when you work towards your goals in secret, when you keep that precious part of yourself hidden until you are ready to let the world to see. You attract blessings when you do things with passion and a tint of obsession. You attract blessings when you listen to your heart and you let yourself feel any emotion that comes to you. You attract blessings when you tune into your power and are not afraid to assert it. You attract blessings when you are cautious with who you let in. 

Sagittarius Jupiter 🍀

You attract blessings when you exchange experiences with people and you make the most out of the present moment. You attract blessings when you are positive and when you believe. You attract blessings when you learn about a new idea of life that resonates with you and you implement it through your habits. You attract blessings when you travel and you seize the world. You attract blessings when you don’t stress about small details, but rather you wonder about your big dreams and you don’t let anything take that away. 

Capricorn Jupiter 🍀 

You attract blessings when you work effectively towards your goals. You attract blessings when you don’t waste your time with drama or with anything that doesn’t resonate with you. You attract blessings when you show up and you put effort and you care. You attract blessings when you realize that discipline is the key to making your dreams come true. You attract blessings when you invest in yourself and the people you love. You attract blessings when you preserve your energy for what makes you smile. 

Aquarius Jupiter 🍀 

You attract blessings when you don't look for external permission to be authentically yourself. You attract blessings when you go on a search for your soul tribe, for your community and you don't settle for friendships that don't accept you for who you are. You attract blessings when you run away from the mainstream, from the cruel and the superficial. You attract blessings when you innovate and when you don’t run away from the problem, but you run towards it with grace. 

Pisces Jupiter 🍀

You attract blessings when you let yourself daydream, you attract blessings when you dance and sing and read poems before sleep. You attract blessings when you learn the importance of others and how to communicate empathically. You attract blessings when you don’t take yourself too seriously and stress out, but you rather take every moment as it comes with curiosity and excitement. You attract blessings when you trust your heart and act from inward, rather than outward. 

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[edenmemes]

assassin’s creed valhalla starters

words within ‘()’ are additional, optional choices! more maybe to be added at a later date. some n/sfw present. 

❝ you should see the other man. he got the worst of it. ❞   ❝ and who better to lead us to glory than me? ❞ ❝ i am most at home helping others. ❞       ❝ i’ve waited long enough for you, and you for me. ❞   ❝ thank you for not saying anything about my past. ❞       ❝ know that however far away, you’re always in my thoughts. ❞   ❝ when you see your god, tell them i sent you. ❞   ❝ what you make up in muscles, you’re lacking in spine. ❞   ❝ i almost envy you, to see the world through such a muddy glass and live with such petty concerns. ❞   ❝ i smell the stink of a dozen kingdoms in your beard. ❞   ❝ this feud is not yours, yet you fight it all the same. i find that strange. ❞   ❝ by the look on your face, you have lost your will to live. ❞   ❝ my arms are numb from battle. does it need any dressing?    do you think it is a serious wound? ❞   ❝ oh dear. this is not how i foresaw things. not at all! ❞   ❝ should we take this to your chamber? ❞   ❝ i want this. i want you. ❞   ❝ turn around, walk away, and you keep your insides inside. ❞   ❝ stay back! back! i will fight you! ❞   ❝ you look like reddened shit. what happened? ❞   ❝ i have always wanted to experience the world as you do. ❞   ❝ you come like a valkyrie out of a fog. but i have no dead to give you. ❞   ❝ all right, stay close and do as i do. ❞   ❝ home. or...it was home, once. now it is nothing but bone. ❞   ❝ i’ll have no qualms wiping clean your grin. ❞   ❝ just take care. such hatred can make you careless. ❞   ❝ away from your table for a day and you are already lusting for blood. ❞   ❝ if i did not know any better, i would say you are teasing me. ❞   ❝ the dream of new lands is a powerful lure. ❞   ❝ i love climbing up here. makes me feel as high as a raven. ❞   ❝ if i don’t find your horse, i will steal you a new one. ❞   ❝ i feel somewhat trapped. in this room, in this settlement, in this life. ❞   ❝ you are lost in a sea-storm of your own making. ❞   ❝ the poet in you sings once again. ❞   ❝ tonight, we will eat and drink like gods and wake in a kingdom made new. ❞   ❝ i wish i understood you better. for those i do not understand, i do not trust. (and i cannot stomach a lack of trust.) ❞ ❝ i’ve been called worse. ❞   ❝ you have nothing to fear from me. i bear you no ill will. ❞   ❝ you are a shadow of your father. weak and witless. ❞   ❝ what is this? is this...are we in hell? ❞   ❝ keep company with kings and you will soon have a crown of your own. ❞   ❝ a toothless cub may grow to be a dangerous wolf. ❞   ❝ you are far too young to speak so wise. ❞   ❝ i need clear, sound judgement. i need you. ❞   ❝ kind and courageous people live the best lives, but it can be a difficult path to keep. ❞ ❝ i want to say...i love you. and i have for some time. ❞ ❝ you smell that? the stink of jealousy. (of our budding friendship, i think). ❞   ❝ ah, while i have you, i’m reminded...i have this for you. ❞   ❝ your lies are just like you. big and bold. ❞   ❝ don’t excuse yourself. you enjoy this too much. ❞   ❝ you've come back. why are you wasting your time with me? ❞   ❝ care to sing a song? helps me pass the time. ❞   ❝ that is twice you have earned my admiration. ❞   ❝ you have only the setting sun to tell you when to stop. ❞   ❝ i want to know what you know. name your price. ❞   ❝ people like you deserve something worse than death. ❞   ❝ they called me a lout, a disgrace. they were right. ❞   ❝ i will have to get used to watching the sights of war from afar now. ❞   ❝ there’s no other way. fight or hide. it’s up to you. ❞   ❝ do not think me a coward. i am not afraid of war. ❞   ❝ friendships end. often at the point of a spear. ❞ ❝ i will make you beg as your father begged. ❞   ❝ (until that time,) it would be best to keep all discussions about...    about us to yourself. ❞ ❝ without you i would have lost my way a thousand times. ❞   ❝ you have no other friends. so tread lightly here. ❞   ❝ be it a blessing or a curse, family is always first. ❞   ❝ let’s not walk too far with that idea. i need you right where you are. ❞   ❝ you bested me. yet, i’m the one left standing. ❞   ❝ it’s a pleasure to meet you at least. ❞   ❝ you and your people here have done more for me than i could ever repay. ❞   ❝ you have my highest respect, regard, and trust. ❞   ❝ you’re not shy, are you? ❞   ❝ if we do this, you’ll earn the right to call me friend ten-thousand fold. ❞   ❝ does this have the stench of betrayal to you? ❞ ❝ today has meant so much. we rode, we fought, we drank, we laughed. (you showed me your world.) ❞       ❝ your end was written the moment you came for me. ❞   ❝ i am a sellsword. i ask what i please, and i take what i’m owed. ❞ ❝ you move and i will take your eyes. you hear me? ❞   ❝ i will leap first. on my word, you must follow. ❞   ❝ many times i wished to tell you. wished to say what was in my heart and what i desired. (but duty kept me from it.) ❞   ❝ these wounds will heal quickly. you’re lucky. ❞   ❝ anything to help you feel at home. ❞   ❝ our friendship is the best thing to come from this mess. ❞   ❝ you will be remembered for this, for years to come. ❞   ❝ i thought i had lost you. for good this time. ❞   ❝ you have shown me a great kindness. it is only fitting that i do the same. ❞   ❝ the mess you’re in...you don’t know the half of it. ❞   ❝ you have drawn a dark conclusion about me, haven’t you? (that is all well and good. i’ve drawn some about you as well.) ❞   ❝ you seem...strangely familiar. ❞   ❝ here i am, an upright man who never once learned how to bend the knee. and yet...i shall try. ❞ ❝ that’s a bread knife. do you mean to butter me? ❞   ❝ is that not something you worry over? ❞   ❝ a blind pursuit of vengeance has made you predictable. ❞   ❝ no matter where you are, or how far you travel, i will hunt you down. ❞   ❝ i came for you, looking for a friend and ally. ❞   ❝ people change.    it may be that you change with them, or you go your separate ways. ❞   ❝ i wish you whatever peace you may find in this new life you’ve found. ❞   ❝ i want your word: you will follow my orders. ❞   ❝ the day is new, and the air is bracing. are you ready for the fight ahead? ❞   ❝ er...good to meet you as well? ❞   ❝ what riches are worth so much misery, and the deaths of honorable men and women? ❞   ❝ my destiny is mine to weave. ❞   ❝ my road forward has been a muddy one. slick with blood and tears. (but we can reach its end together.) ❞   ❝ it is a wise leader who considers the needs of others. ❞   ❝ i think my mouth has gotten me in enough trouble today. ❞   ❝ at the end of all things, you will find yourself with nothing but your regrets. ❞   ❝ you saw fit to keep me guessing through your fits of madness. ❞   ❝ by all the gods, what was that? ❞   ❝ i was...restless. a quiet walk alone clears the head. ❞   ❝ when winter is past, summer will come and wind you in a flowered skirt, for you are beauty and shall not wither. ❞   ❝ ...unless you had a more interesting day planned for us? ❞   ❝ i do hope you see it now, for all you have done for me. ❞   ❝ your passion, your strength. i have never met such a burning soul. ❞   ❝ i have no guilt nor regret for what we have done, but we should be careful. ❞   ❝ i see before me a person full of passion, vigor, and a love for their people. ❞   ❝ if i wanted to hear you talk shit, i’d cut out your tongue and shove it up your ass. ❞   ❝ you! you look stronger than most of the others. ❞   ❝ your hatred for me burns bright. i could warm my balls on it. ❞   ❝ you’re quite like your arms: incredibly thick. ❞   ❝ i fought as i do, as hard as i do, to survive. (for i know what awaits us in the end. only darkness.) ❞   ❝ a shameful trick. you are your father’s child. ❞   ❝ you destroyed my life. i will take yours. ❞   ❝ you snore a little, like a wounded bear. ❞   ❝ that’s when i knew i would live and die for you. ❞   ��� i’m going to pretend your last words were taken by the wind. ❞   ❝ i might still kill you yet, if your prattling doesn’t cease. ❞   ❝ you are weak like your father was weak. (you dance better than you fight.) ❞   ❝ have you ever seen muscles as massive as mine? ❞   ❝ i’m honored by your faith in me. and your confidence. ❞   ❝ after my missteps, i worry what you must think of me. ❞   ❝ with so much blood in the water and death in the air, i’d like to know your name and purpose. ❞ ❝ i have a good feeling about this place. ❞   ❝ you helped me reclaim what i had lost in myself. ❞       ❝ you speak of honor. where’s yours? ❞       ❝ you will throw away all reason to defend what you sworn to. ❞       ❝ you really are like a hero out of folk tales. ❞       ❝ how much would you sacrifice to be freed of fate’s shackles? (would you give your tongue, your hand, your sight?) ❞   ❝ there’s no power strong enough to do what you say. ❞       ❝ please, you must fight for me.    who knows what vile people might come to harm me? ❞   ❝ i have no need to count my kills. they number too many. ❞   ❝ i appreciate you for all of your qualities. ❞ ❝ not even the gods can change fate. ❞       ❝ i think it is time i take my leave. ❞ ❝ you really thought my life was in danger? (and you risked your own life...) ❞ ❝ the path ahead is bright, with glory at its end. ❞ ❝ it is easy to lose one's way on the road to glory. do not let false victories blind you to what is true. ❞ ❝ the act of leaving so beloved a home, there is a sadness to it. ❞       ❝ so there’s nowhere...you call home? ❞   ❝ all things end. ruins are not a warning, they are a testament. ❞   ❝ be nice to sleep in a real bed when this is over. ❞   ❝ in my sleep i dream. and in my dreams i see an end to the doom that will grip the earth once again. ❞   ❝ even when we win, we lose. ❞   ❝ i am as good with my lips, as i am with my tongue. ❞   ❝ is this your idea of a pleasant ride through the country? ❞   ❝ no whispering god brought me here. i brought myself. ❞   ❝ i would like very much to pass some time with you. ❞   ❝ ...and that’s how i got that scar. ❞   ❝ do i now haunt your dreams? ❞   ❝ it was never in their character to lead, it was always within yours. ❞   ❝ so easily wounded by words. imagine the ruin my axe would inflict on your flaccid ego. ❞   ❝ i have felt this way for some time now. i care for you. ❞   ❝ i have not felt safe since then. not really. ❞   ❝ how long have you been chasing me? seventeen winters? eighteen? ❞   ❝ you are not always to be trusted. your passions overcome you. ❞   ❝ i like you. you may help me here or step on me...and by the look of you i’d welcome either. ❞   ❝ it is good to have you in this fight. ❞   ❝ you need only know my impressive scale and flawless build. ❞   ❝ i am better than any man here. ❞   ❝ i can tell by looking at you, you are not a great warrior. (you know it too, there is no reason to deny this.) ❞   ❝ i am looking for honor, and have become lost as a result. ❞   ❝ many apologies. you are no child, simply a frail and fully-grown fool. ❞   ❝ i was stupid, selfish, reckless, blind, boneheaded, and i smell like blood and shit. ❞ ❝ anything to say for the mess you led us to? ❞   ❝ how was your...first kill? ❞   ❝ you squirm like that and my axe will miss your neck! unpleasant for both of us. ❞   ❝ i know you would defy me to the death, fighting for a glorious end.     that i will not allow. ❞   ❝ most men choose to be loud or stupid. impressive, that you managed both. ❞   ❝ you are a great warrior. conquerer of this land and that of your birth. ❞   ❝ you’re chasing shadows like a madman howling at the moon! ❞   ❝ quite a hit you took. how many were lost? ❞   ❝ well fought! even if your wits were somewhat rattled. ❞   ❝ we suffered no losses in this fight, and the men who humiliated us are dead. what is there to say? ❞   ❝ i would like to be close to you. ❞   ❝ if you are a warrior with honor running like sunlight in your veins, then you may help me fulfill my destiny. ❞ ❝ you are a long way from any warm hearth, warrior. Is this where you call home? ❞ ❝ am i to go the rest of my days without love or attention? i think not. ❞   ❝ the gods favor you. they always have. ❞   ❝ the others, they are like clubs. blunt and ungainly, you are nimble, like a knife. ❞   ❝ people with eyes that gleam like yours are always up to something more. ❞   ❝ only a fool stays awake all night worrying. you are tired when you get up, and the problem is still not solved. ❞   ❝ i liked you from the first. i saw something in you that captivated me. (as if a forgotten memory of an old friendship had suddenly resurfaced.) ❞   ❝ you've done nothing but give me your blind word! ❞   ❝ did you bring me any treasure? ❞ ❝ the woodsmoke from your firepit does sting the eyes. but the warmth is welcome. ❞ ❝ it is not something i can speak on. or wish to. ❞ ❝ i'm with you. only say the word. ❞ ❝ until we cut off this serpent's head, it will poison us, day by day, drop by drop. ❞ ❝ get some rest and return here at first light. ❞ ❝ i missed having you at my side. how i wished i could have taken you along on my travels. ❞ ❝ i do not like this, but i will not stop you. ❞ ❝ i have waited too many years for this day. when ___ stands before us, give me the final blow. ❞ ❝ why do you carry such a useless burden? let it go. ❞ ❝ i have waited years for this, but i will not risk losing it through rashness. ❞ ❝ i cannot fathom your game. you are either a young fool...or deceptively wise. ❞ ❝ your confidence blinds you to so much in plain sight. ❞   ❝ it’s good to be here, with you and your people. (i feel my life has found a new road.) ❞   ❝ there has always been war, even among the gods. ❞       ❝ my honor has been stained. until it's wiped clean, i want nothing else. ❞ ❝ i lack the patience for pole fishing. i would have better luck with my bow. ❞   ❝ if we tell all our stories, we’ll be here for a week. ❞ ❝ can you teach me the art of archery? ❞   ❝ bury the past. build the future. ❞       ❝ i missed you. your clear head and your courage. (we have not had enough of both in recent months.)   ❞   ❝ i have a good feeling this war is near its end. ❞ ❝ explain in plain words why you have willfully disobeyed my commands. (do you mock me?) ❞   ❝ the gods favor you. they always have. ❞   ❝ my love for you rises tall and strong, like the tree of life. ❞   ❝ the prize is some of my time. (a walk in nature, maybe more if that is where our conversation takes us.) ❞ ❝ together, we are unstoppable. ❞ ❝ it is natural to fear change. to resist it. (but all things change, and all things end.) ❞ ❝ you said nothing of this to me, not a word. ❞ ❝ so long as men and women fight to secure honor and freedom, their allegiance hardly matters to me. ❞ ❝ i care for you. i do not know how to say it any other way. ❞   ❝ love can burn brighter near death. ❞ ❝ i knew this would be difficult, but sometimes the weight bears down heavily. ❞ ❝ you are young and still foolish, so i will spare you your life. (but cross me again or harm anyone i cherish, and you will join your friends in hell.)   ❞ ❝ if you are as brave as you appear, you will come. ❞ ❝ this is not a natural quiet. it's as if a curse has befallen this place. ❞ ❝ there was a curse here long before i came along. ❞ ❝ we’ll forge a warrior from your softness, hammered on the anvil of war. ❞ ❝ you are different than the kind my flights of fancy attract. burdened, decorated and…delicate. ❞ ❝ i do not know what else to say. m-my memories are faint, hazy. ❞ ❝ how are you doing? you survived a serious blow. ❞   ❝ we’ll weave our sagas together, thread upon thread. ❞ ❝ i try to use my knowledge to help others. i am only a threat to those who fear the unknown. ❞   ❝ slap some moss on that gash and wrap it well. ❞   ❝ a knife to the back is a wound that never heals. ❞       ❝ with me you have wisdom! glory! power! what more do you need? ❞       ❝ if your hell is real, i’m glad you’ll get to see it. ❞   ❝ to fight beside such legends is an honor. (i've only heard tales of your conquests. now i get to live them.) ❞   ❝ i have tried to live well. it is enough that the gods know that. ❞ ❝ a cloud hangs over you. is something wrong? ❞   ❝ you have plunged my city into chaos. ❞   ❝ my sword is gore-greedy. i am ready to fight. ❞   ❝ accept your fate and die a coward, here before your people... and i will spare the rest. ❞   ❝ you would take the rescue for yourself, so the victory song is written about you? ❞   ❝ kneel, and i will spare your life. ❞   ❝ it has been some time. what brings you so far to see me? ❞

[suibianjie]

“One of the most beautiful qualities of true friendship is to understand and to be understood.”– Seneca

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[Sgt. O’Duck is about to arrest Bugs Bunny]

O’Duck: I want to thank you, Bugs, for your friendship.

Bugs: The most beautiful quality of a true friendship is to understand and be understood with absolute clarity.

O’Duck: Then this is the clearest moment of our friendship.