#the observants are like the parents of the unpredictable child

[laxxarian]

Okay, instead of Clockwork disliking the Speedsters, he's actually loving them cuz they made his work so fun and interesting, I mean, he knows everything and he also knows that the Speedsters would fix it sooner or later and the timeline would be alright.

And the plus side of it all, is that he gets to see it in his cog mirror shaped portal thing directly with popcorn in hand.

The dramas, the angst, the comedy, the romance and things. Its just a full blown telenovela to him.

So when the day came where he finally found a smidge of time to go on a vacation, he brought Danny with him, so much for the boy's confusion in Clockwork's sudden invitation to drag him along to Gotham then to space of all place.

Turns out, Clockwork just needed the 'human' Danny for a sec and trolled around in the watchtower that he got a human hostage while Danny was just confused as hell as to what's happening.

Danny: Clockwork??? Hello??? What's happening?!?

Clockwork and his cryptid speech: Unnatural of a fog, the forest has changed. This time, the flow of the clock is mine.

Danny:.... WHAT ARE YOU TALKING ABOUT??!?

And then the JL just thinking that the human is in distress from being a hostage by this entity while Clockwork just wants to have fun.

And this is why the Observants wants to keep Clockwork at bay because of his trolling tendencies.

[cupidlovesastro]

.𖥔 ݁ ˖𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐨𝐛𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 #𝟏𝟕(𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐢 𝐰𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝𝐧’𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐨𝐧 𝐦𝐲 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐞 𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐞𝐬)⋆˚✿˖°

disclaimer: please don’t take this personally, this is just my opinion of placements i find hard to deal with not only astrology wise, but also based on real life observations and experiences i’ve had or witnessed

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7h chiron- they seem to that the worse and most toxic relationship i’ve ever seen. and honestly from what i’ve seen, they are usually the victim of the relationship. they do grow a lot as a person from this but the damage is a lot

gemini placements paired with pisces placements- this mainly applies to sun, moon, and mercury, but they can be incredibly manipulative, to the point they believe their own lies. they also have a tendency to lie for no particular reason

1h/7h/5h pluto- they end up attracting people who are insanely obsessive or crazy over them. like to the point it’s unhealthy. people are also oddly possessive of them too, and they can easily be objectified by others

mars opposite or square venus- there’s an imbalance of feminine and masculine energy. although with square there can be a compromising or “agree to disagree energy”, with opposite, this is constant push and pull between the energies which can cause inner turmoil

moon opposite venus- in men this makes someone who’s misogynistic. there’s a lack of understanding for feminine energy and a lot of, blaming women for things. also a lot of toxic masculinity, and not wanting to be vulnerable. in women this can show being uncomfortable with your femininity and not being able to express it

any planet being aspected 5 or more times- this is especially important for moon, mars, and sun in my opinion. this can cause so many different conflicting energies for that planet or planets. there can be a lack of understanding for that planet as well and having a hard time relating to that planet since it’s aspected so much

taurus moon- i actually enjoy taurus energy, but taurus moon can definitely be difficult. they tend to dwell in their emotions for long periods of time and have a hard time getting over things. they can also tend to isolate their self

10h/4h uranus- inconsistent parental figures. possibly ones that came in and out your life without any warning or particular reason. they were unpredictable and you could never tell what their next move was. although they may have been very smart and taught you a lot, they weren’t very physically present, and if they were, they weren’t emotionally present

[lunaa007]

Astrology observations #3

These are my personal observations and should be taken in the context of the whole chart, never isolated 😊

Some of this is 18+, no minors allowed

♦️Mars-Uranus aspects can indicate a liking for risky activities and extreme sports, like motorcycling or base jumping. They can even like to put themselves in danger as they need the adrenaline. Routine is super boring for them, they need to try new things very often. They should be careful to release this nervous energy with sports, work they're passionate about or things like that or it can backfire. This aspect can be tempered down with Saturn aspects or a lot of earth energy in the chart.

♦️Venus square mars aspect: can often be mean to the person they like, classic "if he pulled your hair it's because he likes you" stuff. Can be very passionate, might have difficulty to separate feelings from lust. They might have talent for artistic sports like dancing or ice skating. For women, they might like a more sporty fashion style.

♦️Sun-saturn aspects: especially for harsh ones, this can really change the expression of the sun sign. I know someone with sun and several planets in Leo, but they are all square to Saturn and you could never tell she's a Leo; she is very reserved, shy and restrained in life. But as with all Saturn aspects this can change with age, the personality coming through more and more while keeping an amazing sense of discipline, wisdom and grounding.

♦️Moon-uranus aspects: with harsh aspects (conjunction, square, opposition), the mother might have been emotionally cold during the childhood, and she might have been a bit erratic and unpredictable. This could have showed up as frequently moving places, or having a mother considered weird or crazy by society. With soft aspects like trine or sextile this could show up as an untraditional family, maybe having two fathers or two mothers, or parents very into technology, but this was not hard on the person and it helped them develop their individuality and independence.

♦️Taurus mercury: these people can learn much slower than other people (this does not mean they are not as intelligent, their rhythm is just different). At school they might have felt behind their schoolmates or felt like they didn't have enough time to finish their exams/homework. It is important that they don't feel bad about this and take the time they need to do their work. This might be less strong with Uranus influence on mercury. ♦️ Aquarius moon natals and their need to always read and watch self-development content without ever actually feeling their feelings 🙃

♦️ Venus conjunct moon: these people are so kind, they have such a big heart and do not wish harm on anyone, please stay mindful of who has access to you as many people might want to be in contact with this energy but sometimes also energy vampires.

♦️ Mercury conjunct/square pluto and their dark humor! I have this in my chart and one of my colleagues actually said to me three days after she started: "your jokes can be really dark sometimes" 😂 it gets worse when I'm tired as I don't filter my jokes so much before saying them. These aspects might also think a lot about death and dark themes, they can be the type to think "what happens if I die tomorrow", or "I could die if I do this" but not in a worried way, just thinking rationally about what is possible.

♦️ Leo mars women and their secret backup plan of becoming a stripper or an exotic dancer 💃 these women often have a talent for dancing, and performing can make them feel desired and confident.

♦️ Aries moon/mars placements and their road rage! Both my parents have these placements and my god the number of stressful rides to school I had when I was a child 😂 this can also apply to the other fire mars.

♦️ Lilith conjunct ascendant: these people often provoke reactions everywhere they go, they rarely go unnoticed whether it is positive reactions or negative. The women with this aspect might get sexualised a lot, and the men with this aspect might attract animosity from other men. ♦️ Sun-jupiter and moon-jupiter aspects: they might always see the bright side of things, "it will get better", "this is temporary", seeing the glass half-full. A lot of optimism, faith in a higher meaning, maybe too optimistic sometimes and too trusting that things will unfold in the right way.

♦️Mars square pluto women often attract creepy men on the street, interactions with aggressive men might be unfortunately common. It is important to not repress their anger and channel their power in something like martial arts.

♦️Gemini moon/IC: they might love to talk with their loved ones at home, a lot of communication and learning in their private life. If they live alone they might be a lot on the phone or always have music or tv or radio on.

♦️Mercury square saturn: they might doubt their intellectual abilities when young, their learning style might not fit the classic school system. It is important that they are encouraged by their family, and with time they will gain confidence and master the learning techniques that fit them best.

♦️Mars in virgo might care too much about pleasing their partner in bed and have a hard time receiving pleasure without giving anything. They might also feel self-conscious if they do not feel "clean" like not fresh out of the shower. It is important for them to practice letting go of their thoughts and doubts and be present in their body. They deserve pleasure as much as everybody else!

♦️ Jupiter in the 2nd house might have a very good self-esteem, if the moon and venus are not too afflicted. And if it is the case it helps the native deal with the harder aspects.

♦️ That's why it is so dangerous to interpret an  aspect in isolation of the rest of the chart, a challenging aspect might be very beneficial in a chart and less in another one. For instance moon conjunct saturn might be more challenging for a Capricorn moon which is already quite controled and closed off, but in the sign of Aries it might help the native tame their impulsivity and control better their emotions. 

♦️ Or moon square Uranus might be beneficial for a Capricorn moon or a Taurus moon as it might help them break out of their routine and become more adaptable and flexible to change.

Thank you for reading!

@lunaa007

[anantaru]

— their favorite form of pda (public display of affection)

including dan heng, blade, jing yuan, luocha, sampo, gepard, welt x gn! reader

꒰ genre ��� — fluff, crack, very sweet n cute

when it comes to dan heng, he, for one part, enjoys less than more— you can catch him quietly patting your back whenever you‘re doing something, or on any occasion you'd meet up with your boyfriend, he'd make himself visible by kissing your cheek. it's rarely your lips when people were close by, yet if it was someone he considered a friend as well, dan heng did not mind smooching your lips for a short while. by all odds, he was observant of the current setting he found himself in and he waits long enough to relocate the vibes and go with them. it's also worth to note that dan heng would never attempt to do something to make you uncomfortable, he was a patient man, marking time and pausing to identify any discomfort.

notably enough, blade thinks it‘s cute, no scrap that, doubtlessly ambrosial when he notices how you're waiting for it to happen— howbeit, you‘re sneakily inching a square near his body so he can as a matter of course swathe his broad arm around your shoulders and leave it there to be tumbling around you. all the same example was blade expecting you to do the same and encircle him back. briefly, you will remain in a flowing setting and be fond of the exchanged heaves of air when you‘re slowing yourself into his chest— because fundamentally speaking, there has been nothing that had a more tranquil stifling on you then listening to blade's heart-beats.

as one clearly might’ve made an estimate thus far, jing yuan needs you to be as sheltered as possible against his immersing cradle. your boyfriend evidently does not want to unintentionally overstep any boundaries with you and makes it his own personal responsibility to be an eager listener while also hugely monitoring when he senses it‘s okay to approach you a tad closer. as a general rule, the subdued signaling will wind up with jing yuan listlessly planting his palm on your lower back whenever you walk into, well, really anywhere; a fine scented flower shop was only one of such. greater yet— the man was a gentleman, opening the door for you and silently swaying his large hand up and down your back to voicelessly tell you that, yes indeed, he was present and there's nothing for you to worry about.

the fetching and enticing luocha who, in his immediate brilliance, had a charming practice of turning relatively flustered, cheeks swelled up whenever he thought about it— all in all, what in the eyes of his significant other was too much or too little, all your boyfriend wanted to proudly achieve was to hit that spotless middle and make you doubtlessly happy in the process. he coughs, managing to get his hand towards your lower arm before exhaling softly, it's done now, he realizes, lips twitching in the process when you're amusedly watching him fold, "this is awkward, don't you think?" you giggle, pointing towards the comical picture of luocha holding onto you— significantly resembling a child holding onto their parent in a grocery store. "lets try this instead." above you, you see a man with a blush on his handsome features, leaning into whatever you say as you effortlessly slip your fingers and tangle them into his own.

how would you, individualistically, describe your boyfriend sampo koski? by fair means, it was impossible, unthinkably out of the question. you often find yourself quite surprised and baffled on how fickle and unpredictable he appeared to be. wether it had been sampo suddenly grabbing a stern hold of your hand to twirl you around in front of everyone or him swiftly cutting you off mid speech to place a kiss on your parted lips. 'i felt like it', he says proudly, with that damned smirk caked around the sharp edges of his mouth, but 'i needs more' sampo will add on, only then he'll shut up in a satisfied bliss and let you carry on with the topic you had been rambling about to him.

you sometimes wonder if the general and your personal protector gepard could turn even cuter— the hint of a full shaded blush on his cheeks as he averts his gaze and nervously coughs into his hand. but do not get fooled, he cannot possibly help himself, it's not like he will ever get used to you agreeing to the silent, little flushed request of gepard longing to hold your hand. be it known throughout entire spaces, he certainly does not stop here, what held gepard's mind locked behind heart shaped clouds, was when you'd visit him at work sometimes— undeniably when he wasn't busy for once; the unwavering courage, as he referred to it, for you to smirkingly place a subtle kiss on his burning lips after encountering him was indescribable for the man, and this craving he went through now had become like an infinite road— forever, he hopes, you'd show him more of that flickering kindness, the one that had lifted any burdens off his soul.

upwardly subtle and efficiently sophisticated— the very two turns of phrases that would adequately describe welt‘s usual approach on you. if he had to speak out more clear to a subject such as pda, which he does more than you'd sometimes like to admit, he was personally not all too bothered nor interested on it. distinctly, it's not like he found any particular distaste in it, he simply has not spent any time going over it alone more sufficiently. in a clearer way did he not view it as something holding a significant importance in your relationship. but, from time to time, he too catches himself fall into it, especially when you‘re inviting him with open arms surrounded by precious friends and colleagues, awaiting a passion infused hug welt always did justice to.

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[tranquilskies2]

Rozfink Parenting Headcanons

We know that Brightbill mimics Roz's behavior by making beeping noises, walking stiffly and initially speaking in formal dialogue. Since Roz is the primary parent, it's not brainer that Brightbill is a mama's boy and thus-takes up her behavior more than his father. However, that doesn't mean Fink doesn't influence him in some way. Brightbill can hiss, snarl and even pounce like his father. He doesn't exhibit those traits often since they're usually expressed from specific emotions.

Since Roz needs to conserve as much energy as she could during nighttime, this typically leaves Fink to take of Brightbill during this time. Whenever Brightbill has a nightmare, Fink comforts him by letting him hug his fluffy tail. Fink also tells Brightbill funny jokes & stories to lighten his mood. Heck, sometimes Brightbill sleeps close to Fink for this reason.

Brightbill's wide range of knowledge in stem of course comes from his mother (who also is his primary educator). He's fascinated with environmental science, robotic tech, mechanical engineering and various types of mathematics such as calculus, trigonometry, ect. For the most part, he's a fast learner with a photographic memory. On the flipside, Brightbill gets most of his survival skills from his father. This may seem bizarre since his father is a predator, but foxes are omnivorous and it's helpful for Brightbill to know what predators look for. Fink taught Brightbill various survival skills such as stealth, foraging, and how to escape from predators.

Which parent wakes up first? Roz since Fink absolutely needs all the beauty sleep he could get. She usually wakes up Brightbill in the morning and helps him get ready for the day such as bathing him, helping him get breakfast and daily morning meditation. Fink typically gets up during this time of the day. In the morning, Roz would provide Brightbill with all of the information she has in her database.

For the most part, Brightbill is a well-behaved child who rarely needs to be disciplined. However, he is by no means a "perfect" child. Like most children, he has rare his moments of making messes, throwing a fit and being defiant. As you can see, Roz is more active in discipline compared to Fink, who is more lax. Both parents never once yelled at Brightbill or take out their frustration on him, even if they're in a massively horrible mood for that day.

Like many parents, Roz & Fink aren't perfect parents. Roz can be overprotective & overbearing while Fink doesn't always take parenting seriously. Roz sometimes gets frustrated with Brightbill being so unpredictable at times (especially in his early childhood) and Fink sometimes have difficulty getting Brightbill to listen to him. Their highly contrasting parenting approaches does sometimes lead to conflicts & disagreements. They are days when either parent gets overwhelmed with Brightbill. They are both clearly first time parents who initially never planned to be parents.

Sometimes Roz & Fink sought parenting advice from Pinktail (who has multiple litters as clear indicators for experience). Pinktail would invite the family over for playdates and use this time to give parenting advice to Roz & Fink. She also gives them helpful self-relaxation techniques so that they'll avoid lashing out at their son. Eventually, the two families created a babysitting deal where they take turns babysitting each other's kids (with the deal being somewhat void once Brightbill is old enough to stay home by himself).

In the spring, one of the favorite places for the family to be are meadows. Sometimes, they'll get up early in the morning to listen to song birds chirping. They'll craft flower crowns and wreaths out of flowers they liked. Their favorite flowers are lilacs, daffodils, pansies, and sweet peas. They'll also chase and observe butterflies and bees among the fields.

During the summer, Roz has built a boat for her, Fink & Brightbill to cruise around rivers & lakes. As per usual, other animals never went near the boat, believing it's a "predator" as well. On the boat, they'll play "I spy" with their curroundings. At night, they'll observe fireflies over the lake and try to capture them. They'll also listen to frogs croaking and crickets chirping nearby.

During the day, the family would play games together such as hide and seek, tag and cloud watching. During the night, they'll do shadow puppetry (ofc with Roz being the master of it), stargazing and tell bedtime stories. Day or night, their favorite hang out spot is the cliffside.

Brightbill never questioned his parents not looking like him or his parents not looking any similar to each other. That is, until he migrated for the first time. He couldn't bear to hear members of his own kind insulting his parents for wasting their time raising a "runt". Some goose mothers said that they're glad that none of their children turn out to be "defects" or "mistakes" like Brightbill. Some even straight up told Brightbill that Roz & Fink aren't his "real" parents because they're not related to him. Brightbill's own kind mocking him for his parents are one of the reasons Brightbill initially started to develop resentment for the animals on the island.

After Roz left the island, Fink & Birghtbill shared their favorite memories they have with Roz. Brightbill finally called Fink:"Dad" for the first time after telling him how much of a great job he did helping Roz raise him.

[thedivinetarot]

Astro observation | Family Edition

This observations are made based on experience. You need to consider the environment you were raised in before considering if this resonates with you or not.

☆ I've realized that the conjunction between fire moons is explosive by the fire nature. Ex; someone have their moon in conjunct to someone else's moon in Aries. The nature of their feelings to each other can be unpredictable or unstable.

☆ Having one of your family members sun or moon specifically in your 4th house make you feel safe and seen with them.

☆ people with mars, Pluto or Saturn in their 4th house can indicate unstable home environment. If mars, then there was violence in the environment. If pluto then the 4th house person need to break generational trauma or he/she is the cycle breaker in the family. If saturn, then the environment was so structured and organized or parents might have high expectations of the child/ 4th house person or the mother or caregiver was so cold and distant emotionally.

☆ Uranus is the 4th house means that the person never settled down for a long time in one house during their childhood. Or they were the scapegoat or the black sheep in the family. I've also witnessed that they also got treated differently than their siblings.

☆ Having your moon or jupiter with good aspects (trine or sextile) with one of your siblings can make the relationship so addictive and sweet. Like this sibling make you feel so healed and at peace (you need to check other aspects).

☆ pluto square mars in the synastry between you and your parents/siblings indicates that the mars person were violent physically with pluto person. I've seen this in people who their caregiver was violent with them physically.

☆ Having your mars square mars of your caregiver can make you both do the same task differently. I've had this with my mother and when I help her she ask me to do the task in different way than I usually do. It can be frustrating honestly each one of us thinks she is right or her way is the right way.

☆ Having your father's sun in your venus or 1st house or ascendant can make you the golden child for him. Usually the sun person spoils the venus person a lot.

☆ Lilith in your siblings chart can tell you what exactly they are jealous of. If your siblings Lilith fell into your 7th house then she or he might be jealous of your social or romantic relationships. If their Lilith fell in your 1st house then they might be jealous of how you look or your beauty or your personality or your confidence.

☆ Venus or moon square pluto with siblings can make them very possessive of you. Like you are this person who they can't live without and they get so mad and angry when you put boundaries. Guys I'm not joking I have this with my younger siblings and both of them literally compete for my affection and the are so possessive over me lol.

☆ Having your moon in trine with a siblings moon can make you understand their feelings easily.

☆ Having a sibling with a lot of opposition aspects in you chart (more than 4 aspects) can mean you either can't live without them or hate the ground they walk on. Also I've seen that this sibling can help you see any problem from a different angle.

☆ Saturn in the 1st house or Saturn conjunct the ascendant can make the person a child who carried too many responsibilities from a very young age. Like taking caring of younger siblings or parenting their own parents. This can be an indicator that the person who have this aspect is the oldest child (take what resonates).

☆ Siblings with the same mars sign can get irritated from the same things, which can be good or bad based on the other aspects.

☆ Your parent or siblings saturn in your 1st house or conjunct your ascendant can make them very critical of you. Like for ex. If someone's saturn in leo and you have a leo ascendant they can be very critical of your personality or confidence or choices. Another ex. If someone's saturn in gemini and you have gemini ascendant then the saturn person will be very critical of your ideas or neighbors or school friends or they can judge your communicating style.

☆ If you have your father's Lilith in your sun sign he can be very jealous or intimidated by you or your achievements which can lead to a lot of misunderstanding or even abuse.

☆ Your mars in your father's 1st house or conjunct his ascendant could indicate that the mars person can provoke the ascendant person easily, Which can lead into violent arguments.

☆ Your caregivers mercury square your moon can make them clueless of how you feel or the way they communicate their feelings make you very irritable.

☆ Saturn in the 10th house in the natal chart can indicate a very strict father figure. Also another thing is your father might have been very critical of you or giving you hateful comments.

☆ If you have your planets in your mother's 5th house; most of your relationship with her is either encouraging you to follow your dreams/ passion OR spent a lot of time with you doing fun stuff (watching movies, going to restaurants, shopping, having coffee together etc..).

☆ I know many people mentioned this before but I will mention it again anyways. Saturn in cancer means a very dry and unhealthy relationship with the mother. The native's mother might have been cold and distant towards the child or the house person. And the effect can be greater if saturn in cancer was in the 1st house and 4th house specifically.

☆ Moon in Aries, Scorpio, Aquarius, Capricorn and gemini have a very unhealthy relationship with their mother. Their mother either were too detached from them or too attached with no personal space. Also these moons can indicates emotionally unstable individuals.

☆ I've seen this alot but idk if you guys have experienced this. Anyways, a Taurus sun sister can always fight with Cancer sun brother. They always be like: I told you not to use my facial cleanser and he be like: but it smells so good🙄.

☆ Mercury in virgo for a sibling can make them very critical of your ideas especially if you have air or water mercury. These natives with virgo mercury can make you feel dumb honestly.

☆ Mercury opposition in synastry with a sibling can make both natives aware of how different their style of communication or seeing any subject differently.

☆ Your siblings Venus or moon in your 1st house can make them very very generous with you. Like they can give you A LOT of stuff or food or even share clothes with you.

☆ Siblings with virgo and taurus sun are very generous also. They share alot of their possessions with you. They can even give you money, food, clothes. (If they love you).

☆ Siblings with Leo placements are very generous too. They are the sugar daddy/mommy in the family.

☆ Siblings with libra placements loooovveee to be spoiled by others. And most of the time they can be the diplomats in their family when two people are fighting.

☆ Aries placements can either be your biggest bully, selfish and uncaring sibling OR the most responsible and caring one there's no in between.

☆ Siblings with Sagittarius placements or Sagittarius dominate are fun to be around. But their anger can be unpredictable.

☆ No one and I said no one can understand you more than the sibling who have their sun in your ascendant. They just get you.

Post date: 17th of sep/2024-Tue

* Feedback is appreciated

How many of them did resonate with you?

Thank you for reading this ❤

[4vanaa]

—03 MEET THE ROUTLEDGES.

MASTERLIST

Parenting Style:

Sarah:

⌗ sarah is a warm, nurturing, and protective mother, who tries to balance being fun and carefree while ensuring her kids grow up to be kind, grounded individuals. having grown up with a privileged background, she wants her children to have an appreciation for the simpler things in life and to never forget their roots. she’s the more emotionally available parent, always ensuring her kids know they’re loved unconditionally.

⌗ sarah’s biggest strength is her ability to empathize and make her kids feel heard and understood, no matter what. she’s not afraid to give tough love, but it’s always done with a soft, caring touch.

⌗ she encourages creativity and independence, allowing her kids to make their own choices, but she also subtly guides them toward the right ones with gentle nudges.

John B:

⌗ john b is the fun dad, the one who often comes up with wild ideas and unexpected adventures, but he’s also deeply protective of his family. he’s been through a lot in his life, and his priorities have always centered around keeping the ones he loves safe, though sometimes in unconventional ways. while he’s not the strictest parent, he’s fiercely loyal and would go to the ends of the earth for his family.

⌗ john b’s biggest flaw is his tendency to act impulsively, often throwing caution to the wind in the name of fun or adventure. he tries to teach his kids to embrace life’s unpredictability, but sometimes that backfires when his ideas are a little too reckless.

⌗ he may not always know what the "right thing" is when it comes to discipline, but his heart is in the right place. he’s the parent who will show up with a spontaneous road trip or unannounced beach day, turning ordinary moments into exciting family memories.

The Kids:

CARTER ROUTLEDGE (14)

PERSONALITY carter is a very smart, self-aware, and slightly sarcastic teenager. he’s inherited sarah’s emotional intelligence and john b’s adventurous spirit, which makes for an interesting mix of traits. carter can be quiet and reserved at times, reflecting his intelligence, but he is also very passionate about things that matter to him. carter might not always wear his heart on his sleeve, but he’s incredibly observant and know when something’s off with his family.

RELATIONSHIP WITH HIS DAD carter shares a unique relationship with john b. while he loves his dad’s free spirit, he’s often the voice of reason when his ideas get a little out of hand. still, he can’t help but admire his ability to find joy in life’s unpredictability.

RELATIONSHIP WITH HIS MOM carter and sarah have a very close bond. carter looks to sarah for emotional support, and sarah always knows how to make carter feel safe and loved. she’s the one who understands his moods and is able to calm him down when he feels overwhelmed.

FUN FACT carter has a habit of secretly reading sarah’s journals from when sarah was a teenager. he’s fascinated by the way sarah navigated her own rebellion and family dynamics, which inspires carter to handle his own struggles similarly.

LILY ROUTLEDGE (9)

PERSONALITY lily is the sweet and sensitive child who loves to be involved in everything happening around her. while she’s still young, she’s very aware of the emotional dynamics in the family and has a strong desire to make sure everyone is okay. she is very caring and always looking out for her younger brother, bennett, making sure he’s not getting into trouble. lily is also very curious and loves to explore new things, just like john b.

RELATIONSHIP WITH HER DAD lily is a daddy’s girl. she adores her dad and is the first one to jump into whatever wild adventure john b suggests. she might not always fully understand the consequences of his actions, but she’s eager to be his sidekick and joins him on all of his impromptu ideas. she’s often the one pulling him away from risky situations by pointing out the safety hazards in the way only a nine-year-old can.

RELATIONSHIP WITH HER MOM lily and sarah are incredibly close. lily looks up to sarah as the emotional center of the family, and sarah is always there to listen to her. lily loves to help sarah around the house, and they have many quiet moments where they just hang out and talk about their day. sarah also gently guides lily when it comes to making responsible decisions.

FUN FACT lily loves to put on little performances for the family, singing and dancing around the house. john b will always be the first one to cheer her on, even though she’s a bit off-key and her choreography is questionable.

BENNETT ROUTLEDGE (4)

PERSONALITY bennett is the wild card of the family, always bouncing off the walls with endless energy and curiosity. he’s constantly getting into mischief and has a contagious laugh that brightens up every room. he’s incredibly smart for his age, but his curiosity often gets him into trouble. he’s known for asking endless questions and refusing to take "no" for an answer.

RELATIONSHIP WITH HIS DAD bennett and john b share a special bond—they are two peas in a pod. john b loves his son’s curiosity and energy and indulges him in almost everything. bennett is often the one to drag john b into impromptu adventures, demanding that they go “exploring” or “treasure hunting.” john b often spoils bennett and gets caught up in the fun of being a kid again.

RELATIONSHIP WITH HIS MOM bennett’s relationship with sarah is one of absolute adoration. he’s a mama’s boy in every sense of the word. sarah always makes sure to sit down with bennett at night to read him stories, and he can’t get enough of her attention. while he may be mischievous, he knows sarah is his safe space when things go wrong.

FUN FACT bennett has an obsession with building forts and hiding inside them. his dad is always caught inside the forts with him, reading books or playing make-believe, even if it’s not the most “parent-like” thing to do. bennett also has a favorite toy (a stuffed giraffe) that he insists on bringing everywhere, even on family trips.

FAMILY DYNAMICS:

DINNER TIME AT THE routledge household is a mix of fun and chaos. john b will often suggest going out for pizza at the last minute, while sarah tries to keep things together with a home-cooked meal. carter usually ends up zoning out, deep in thought, but will pitch in to help with the meal. lily will be talking a mile a minute, telling everyone about her latest school projects, and bennett will likely be making a mess, throwing food around, or trying to sneak extra servings.

JOHN B’S ADVICE TENDS TO come in the form of wild metaphors or spur-of-the-moment life lessons. if carter gets into a fight at school, john b might give them a long-winded lecture about always being true to themselves, complete with dramatic gestures and a smile. bennett, on the other hand, gets random lessons like, “always believe in your gut, buddy,” or “you can’t catch a fish if you don’t cast your line.”

SARAH IS THE ONE WHO OFFERS the more practical advice, gently guiding her kids toward making better decisions, especially when they feel confused or upset. if lily has a school problem, sarah will sit down with her and have a heart-to-heart conversation. she’s always making sure her kids feel heard and understood, even when they don’t know how to express themselves.

FAMILY GAME NIGHT TURNS INTO an absolute disaster with bennett hiding under the table and tossing cards everywhere, lily loudly declaring her plans to win, carter pretending to care but secretly reading a book, and john b trying to come up with new rules to make the game more fun.

SPONTANEOUS BOAT TRIP WHERE john b convinces the family to take the boat out, only for them to end up stranded on a remote island with no cell service. the family has to work together to find their way back, and by the end of it, they’re all laughing about how ridiculous the whole situation turned out.

[LO: ROUTLEDGE HOUSEHOLD]

The camera is fixed on John B lounging on the couch, legs thrown over the back, looking completely carefree as usual.

CONFESSIONAL John B

JOHN B: grinning "Okay, so I had this amazing idea for a family boat trip today. You know, something spontaneous and fun. So, of course, Sarah said no at first, because... she's the responsible one. But you know me—I always have a backup plan."

—Cut to John B attempting to pull off a dramatic wave on the boat, one that results in everyone getting drenched in the process.

JOHN B: Yeah, we ended up stuck on an island with no service, but hey—new adventure, right? And the kids—Carter was all 'Dad, this was a terrible idea.' Like, who needs a working cell phone anyway? We're just bonding, you know? winks at camera.

[Sarah is sitting on a chair with a cup of tea, trying to keep her composure, while her kids are running around in the background.]

CONFESSIONAL Sarah

SARAH: sighs, trying to sound composed "I love John B. I really do. But his version of finger quotes, spontaneous family fun, is basically me signing up for a rescue mission every time. I can't even tell you how many times he's gotten us lost in the last few months alone."

—Cut to John B using a map upside down while trying to "navigate" the family through the woods on their boat trip.

SARAH: See, this is why I handle the family plans. He’s great for... you know, fun stuff and impulsive moments, but for anything else, I’m the one who makes sure we’re not stuck on an island or accidentally swimming with sharks.

—She laughs and takes a sip of her tea, looking over her shoulder as John B dramatically tries to “rescue” Bennett from an imaginary shark attack.

[Carter is sitting at a desk, doing homework but looking exhausted, clearly over it all.]

CONFESSIONAL Carter

CARTER: I mean... the boat trip was a disaster. I was the one who ended up being the voice of reason. Again.

—Cut to Carter arguing with John B on the boat, trying to point out that the island they landed on looks suspiciously deserted.

CARTER: Mom is the only one who gets it. But Dad’s idea of family fun is basically let’s get stranded and see what happens.

Carter puts his face in his hands, shaking his head at the camera, as the sound of John B and Bennett yelling in the background echoes

[Camera pans to Bennett sitting on the floor playing with his stuffed animal, looking up at the camera with wide, innocent eyes.]

CONFESSIONAL Bennett

BENNETT: holding up his toy "This is Mr. Fuzz. He's my best friend. He keeps me safe when I do exploring."

—Cut to Bennett pulling John B into a "fort" built from couch cushions.

BENNETT: "Me and Daddy made a super secret fort! We’re gonna find treasure, right, Daddy?"

—Cut to John B pretending to look for treasure under the couch cushions, while Bennett gleefully hands him random objects like socks and spoons.

BENNETT: “Mommy says I need to clean up, but she doesn't know that this is very important treasure hunting business.”

[Camera fixes on Bennett patting his stuffed animal’s head seriously as if it’s the most important thing in the world.]

CONFESSIONAL John B (Again)

[John B is in the kitchen, pouring himself a cup of coffee, looking pleased with himself.]

JOHN B: "Okay, so—maybe it wasn’t the best idea to get stuck on that island, but you know what? We survived and made some memories. And that’s what counts, right?"

—Cut to Sarah rolling her eyes in the background as John B looks at the camera with a proud smile.

JOHN B: "Plus, Lily got to see a crab up close, Carter learned that Dad’s a genius with a compass, and Bennett thought we were on a secret mission. How could that not be a success?"shrugs as if he’s a hero in a family movie

JOHN B: "And as for Sarah... well, she’s the voice of reason, and someone has to be, right?" winks at the camera

—Cut to Sarah walking by and giving John B a playful, disapproving look.

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[piracytheorist]

I find it really important that in the last episode, Operation Strix didn't even cross Twilight's mind for a single moment. When he stands outside early in the morning, he becomes determined to "traverse the difficult obstacle" before him... but it quickly becomes apparent that this "obstacle" is simply Anya's inexplicable mood swings.

And while he goes by the entire day going along with whatever Anya asks to do, mentally noting what makes her excited and happy - and what makes her upset, like losing at mini golf - not once does he even mention the "mission". Subconsciously, yes, if asked, he'd say that Anya's happiness and stability is what Operation Strix depends on. But in his immediate thoughts, it's just him trying to make sense of the behaviour he sees, and trying to encourage things that will bring out positive behaviour.

Waiting until Anya gets a scoring point in mini golf. Letting Anya read comics while in the library - and taking note when she starts at the puzzle, then looks upset by it (though he misunderstands the reasons of her change in expression there, as he doesn't know she realized the puzzle wouldn't be an effective distraction for him). Taking her roller-skating, taking her to a magician show, getting her food she seems to enjoy.

And while you could say he's being a little too methodical with it - with all his "observe, analyze" internal orders... that's not really that far from what an actual caring parent does. The ship offers a lot of opportunities for entertainment, and just like a parent who wants to take some time off and offer stimulation and fun to their child, Loid takes a step back and allows Anya to guide him through activities, taking note of the ones she seems to enjoy.

And yet, Anya ends up looking like this.

But this time, Twilight doesn't resort to his usual "I'm a failure of a spy" rhetoric. He is confused, very much so, but he doesn't despair as much. Though getting upset, he puts his determination to see things through in priority.

And at the end? He fears that what will break apart is the Forger family, not Operation Strix.

Subtly, we start to see how his priorities are starting to change. Without him even understanding it, he focuses so much on keeping the family together "for the sake of the mission"... that he completely forgets to even think about the mission.

And then, he tries a quiet and kind approach, fitting it to Anya's needs. He asks Anya if her stomach hurts, he's glad to hear she's having fun but keeps his worried expression to encourage Anya to tell him what's really wrong, and when she shares her feelings, he's supportive, even showing sympathy by saying he would have liked it too if Yor could join them.

His final inner thoughts are him reminding himself that Anya is young enough to sometimes express her emotions in an unpredictable way, and that it was something as simple as missing Yor that made her look upset.

And thus, though he's being realistic about the possibilities of meeting Yor, he offers to try and communicate with her in order for them to meet up. As soon as Anya expresses her concern, he takes the role of understanding her reasons and providing comfort... and all without ever talking about how it would benefit his mission. In this episode, he's simply trying to make a little child feel happy and entertained, listening to her concerns, and offering solutions. And though he may not realize it immediately... the fact that he hasn't been wearing his WISE pin during the entire cruise speaks for itself.

Working as a spy and fully dedicating himself to this way of life is how he's managed to survive in a world of war politics, so it's certainly not easy to fully discard it in one go. But how he goes from "The Handler knew Anya relaxing was about Operation Strix all along" in the previous episode to "Focus on what Anya likes, be supportive and understanding, mission what mission" in this one is very carefully handled to show how even though his methods stay similar, his priorities are slowly shifting.

(Anime only fan here, don't spoil me for the manga)

[soberpluto]

Astrology Observations - Moon & Aspects (Natal)

Moon conjunct Mars will have a fit or athletic body almost by rule. They use this to gain more self-confidence. They tend to have a challenging relationship with their mother (they feel like they have to assert or prove themselves constantly before her). They too fight against their feelings, literally.

Moon in Capricorn are very skeptical people. They can be overly materialistic, and will be really attached to the father figure, for the good and the bad. The tendency to become workaholics is huge. Their mother is seen as ambitious.

Moon conjunct Sun people are very transparent. What you see is what you get with them. They easily find their place in life, as their conscious and subconscious mind work together towards a common goal. They also see their parents as a united and cooperative couple.

Moon square Sun, on the contrary, struggles to build a successful life project in their youth; they constantly feel torn between two sides of themselves. They feel their upbringing doesn't quite support the direction they feel they should take on (e.g. their parents don't approve their life goals / they need to find success away from home, etc.). They will see their parents as dynamic, but not being exactly in the same page.

Moon in Aquarius has a really hard time building close relationships because they feel much safer keeping their distance, even if consciously they desire intimacy with a partner. This changes for the better as time goes by, particularly after their 1st Saturn return, as they begin to understand the value of vulnerability.

Moon - Saturn harsh aspects are not easy. Usually, these talk about a stern relationship with the mother. They could've been deprived from nurturing and affection or were raised by much older family members. They could've been caretakers of others in expense of their childhood. This makes them really defensive towards others and punishing with their own feelings. Rejection is super triggering for them. They certainly are releasing karma around family matters.

Moon - Uranus harsh aspects create the worst of contradictions. People with these placements have the most difficult time rooting down and finding stability in life. Mother figure was seen as erratic, unpredictable and independent, an attitude that most likely created in the native a disorganized type of attachment, the most challenging to overcome. This means that they are avoidant and anxious at the same, a predisposition that confuses them and blocks emotional intimacy with others.

Moon - Neptune aspects give psychic powers and immense creativity. They can perceive worlds beyond their 5 senses and will have a latent talent for psychology and mediumship. On the downside, the mother could've been overly idealistic and ungrounded, someone who they really can't pin down or trust upon; OR, highly spiritual and receptive, giving the child an ability to feel guided and connected with God. Sadly, they possess a higher risk of developing mental health issues when they leave their unconscious traumas or emotions unattended.

Wherever your Moon falls in your chart, you can expect uncontrollable sudden fluctuations. The key to manage these roller coasters is to see them as natural cycles, ups and downs in which you are meant to flow rather than dominate. Remember the Moon is connected to a karmic house, and the house it sits in represents a particular lesson for you to learn in this lifetime. If your Moon falls in the 4th, 8th and 12th (look out if it's in a water sign) and/or has contact with Saturn, this is a clear indication about major karmic release.

Thanks for reading! 😘

Written by @soberpluto

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[seatherne]

Among all the four main characters, In my opinion Bison is the my most favourite and the reason is how he's so multifaceted and intriguing. Like if we notice how his demeanor often presents a facade of harmless cuteness that effectively disarms others. However he's so unpredictable by is nature which makes it so interesting and it is impossible to anticipate his next move. Going by the scenes specially in this episode where both he and Fadel learn of their parents demise. The subtle shift in his expression, from raw grief to a simmering desire for vengeance, is so powerful you can literally feel it in your bones !!

He also has empathy which is very evident in his astute observation of Babe's bruises and his forceful confrontation of the teacher who he confronted for damaging the child's life which also makes me realise how he not only was concerned for babe but also the other boy, which also reflects his self-reference hinting at a past where he himself have suffered similar injustices.And the final scene, where he displayed a surge of jealousy and literally issued an ultimatum to Kant regarding the ex-UFF Beauty, further underscored his unpredictable and layered personality.

Khaotung's portrayal of Bison is truly remarkable how he's able to capture the character's multifaceted nature with exceptional nuance and depth 🤌🙌

[laxxarian]

I like the idea that Clockwork who was new to the job was a little bit of a troublemaker and forgetful at times.

(I'm imagining that he used to be a human who just really loved clocks and used time to his advantage, planning and scheduling and stuff like that. And when he died, he became a ghost whose obsession is time and over time, he became a master. It's kinda like Danny who keeps getting new powers and gets stronger by the day)

Meaning that he'd forget about watching over the timelines or that he forgets what he was supposed to watch out for while seeing one timeline getting wrecked.

Meaning that the Observants are always there with Clockwork parenting him how to do the job.

Each time Clockwork says that question, it's either

A. Clockwork forgot his duties after playing hooky

B. Clockwork failed to save a timeline and now he's hiding that fact

C. Clockwork got tired and went high because he got no day-off

D. Other

[robin-evry]

Hey I really enjoyed your demigod head canons ♪(๑ᴖ◡ᴖ๑)♪ can I request a demigod reader but their the child of Circe (I know she’s not a canon god or even parents in Percy Jackson but she’s still a god) (￣^￣)ゞ

Sure thing

𝐖𝐇𝐀𝐓 𝐈𝐅 𝐘𝐔𝐔 𝐈𝐒 𝐀 𝐃𝐄𝐌𝐈 𝐆𝐎𝐃 ( 𝐂𝐈𝐑𝐂𝐄 ) 🐁✨

A demigod is a divine mythological figure, a god who is either part human, or a minor god. In ancient Greece, dead heroes were sometimes thought of as demigods. Greek and Roman mythology have their share of demigods, and so do many other ancient religions and traditions.

Demi-God Yuu would be similar to demi god yuu ( Hecate ) but they are reserved but also cunning, finding ways to amuse their boredom. They are very unpredictable in the School. They possessed a smirk or a smile that led people to keep guessing what's their next move.

Has an affinity with animals, the ramshackle dorm is known to have many animals to different kinds always hanging out in the yard helping Demi-God!yuu with chores or just to stay to talk with them. Even beast men every time Demi-God Yuu asks them to do something they would listen to.

Also has a habit of turning students they don't like into frogs or birds for a day. And the spell is in reversible nothing can turn the students back unless it's Demi god!yuu but they are the only ones that can free them from their curse.

A prodigy at potionolgy, even beating the likes of vil. They are a master at potionolgy. Creating potions that are known to be impossible in the world, using rare ingredients grow by themselves in the ramshackle dorm they. also possessed their own potion recipe that can alter one’s appearance, nature, or even memories.

They are a smooth talker. Their voice is smooth and soothing able to put people to sleep or hypnotize them like a siren though it’s hard to tell if it’s magic or just their natural allure. It makes even confident students hesitate, feeling both admiration and fear.

Demi-God Yuu has transformed the ramshackle dorm forest into a secluded garden. This space, filled with unusual plants and small creatures, becomes their sanctuary and a private place for brewing potions. The garden has a mystical atmosphere, and students who wander in uninvited often find themselves “lost” until Yuu decides to guide them out.

Grim and them at first have a rocky relationship, he originally was not trusting towards them and was wary of them. Every time they talk grim have to decipher whether or not they are telling the truth or deceiving but they soon grow into a much closer relationship. Demi-God Yuu even taught him some magic.

They have a habit to use birds as a massager, everytime when they have a test a bird would seen to land on the window of the classroom or if they had one and started chirping a melody and giving a more calming atmosphere so the staff allows it little did they know the bird was chirping all the answers to the test.

Demi-God!yuu also have the ability to transform into an animal of their choosing or any body part they choose.

Uses birds to communicate and observe the school every bird in the school grounds are all under their control so every time a news or something the birds will immediately report back to them.

Thanks towards their proficiency in potion making, demi god yuu would sell these potions or make potions whoever commission them but warning it comes with a price and very expensive to commission them. Epel once commissioned a potion that can help his family's apple farm...

Have some knowledge or excel in ancient magic, they are very interested in them even willing to learn the ones that are considered to be learned. They read ancient tapestries full of ancient magic to the point of forgetting to sleep.

I would like to demigod yuu being a neutral party they are not good or bad, they are a neutral party just doing what would benefit them.

Demi-God Yuu joins the Alchemy Club, they quickly become its most knowledgeable and resourceful member. However, they often work in the background, using their skills to enhance others’ potions or charms, while rarely claiming credit. Many club members seek Demi-God Yuu’s help in refining their work, and those who earn their favor might find themselves with charms that improve luck or resilience.

They have many animal pets that help them fix and serve under them. Theirs a rumor about this animal being formally human that was transformed by them but it is unclear.

Rook finds demi god Yuu absolutely fascinating, treating them almost as a muse. He’s enamored by their mystique and often watches their interactions with the creatures and nature around them. Demi-god Yuu, in turn, respects Rook’s keen insight, finding his fascination with them amusing yet endearing. They share a rare friendship of mutual intrigue and respect for each other’s depth.

Vil respects them but finds them like a rival since their appearance also describes them to be alluring and they excel more in potionology than him.

[snailygoon]

“THE CRANN OF THE FAE” Spread 1 : ✨introductions✨

MAIN TEXT: “HELLO ME! Or who I can only assume is me, considering that this is my journal. But if for some mysterious reason this highly valuable tome of knowledge has fallen into the hands of a stranger (and not the more likely scenario where it was snatched by the pixies that keep raiding my treehouse) then hello you! When I decided to write this new journal, I hadn't really considered that the knowledge it will contain might one day find its way into the hands of another. But if that be the case, I feel like some context, and maybe a proper introduction would be a helpful start.

My name is Aiva Abara, and this is my book of wonders. I grew up on a small farm in County Kilkenny, Ireland, and have always felt especially drawn to nature. Not surprisingly considering that most of my childhood was spent stumblin' about the forests surrounding my home and tending to the animals on the farm. For all I know I might’ve been under the Faeries spell for most of my life, my parents sometimes joking that I might be a changeling…although that was quite the astute observation on their part, I was most likely just what I like to call a “bug Kid": meaning the kind of kid that grew up covered in dirt, converting hollow stumps into makeshift cauldrons, and quite honestly wreaking havoc over my backyard. It's in these things that I find my comfort, endlessly fascinated by the ever changing and unpredictable nature of the forest and its inhabitants. I guess I'll never know if that unnamable force that's kept me wrapped around natures finger my whole life was due to me actually being a changeling, or maybe the work of Faeries whispering subliminal messages into my ears as a child. I am currently studying to become a nature conservationist, so ya know? Fair play Faeries…”

CURSIVE NOTE: “ it’s said that a mortal who carries a four leaf clover is able to see past the magic that renders the Fae invisible”

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[ezraspiderwick]

Music Box: Prologue (Little Mermaid AU)

You're the future Queen of the merpeople, your focus should be on royal duties, not collecting human trinkets. Yet, a magnetic-like attraction pulls you towards the two-legged creatures. One day, during a storm, you save a handsome prince from drowning, intertwining your life with that of humans forever.

Javi G x F!Reader

Word count: 1k

A/N: Javi will be making an appearance next chapter!

MASTERLIST

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Humans are unpredictable creatures to be observed only from a distance, never to be approached in case that particular day they woke up with violent impulses.  

That is the first lesson that little merchildren are taught the moment they’re old enough to swim by themselves. If the child is particularly naughty and prone to getting in trouble, they are told tales of other little ones who were taken away never to return to their parents. Whether those tales are real or not is still unknown.

However, even those scary stories told to you by your elders didn’t deter your growing interest in the creatures on the surface. During games, your friends would represent humans as hairy monsters with big fangs and dark eyes but you knew the truth, they were similar to merpeople, the only difference was that their lower half was split into two tails instead of one. And rather than having a fluke at the end of each tail, there were weird hands that kept them upright. 

All this knowledge came to you the day you found your first human treasure: a music box.

The small brown box had been stuck between two rocks, hiding in plain sight, invisible to anyone who wasn’t paying attention. You swam down to it and picked it up, removing the colorful algae that had grown around it. As you opened it, inside were small figurines, two humans holding hands and facing each other. There was a handle on the side and when you turned it a few notes came out of the box, prompting a smile to appear on your face. You turned it a couple more times and a melody came out of it as the two beings moved around in a circle. You were entranced by it. 

Knowing you couldn’t bring such an object home without risking the rage of your mother, the queen of the seas, you found a cave on the outskirts of the kingdom, its entry obscured from view by some corals. You placed the music box on top of a rock. You didn’t know it then but throughout the following years, your collection would only grow until nearly all the cave was covered in things the humans had lost to the ocean. With every new trinket added to your collection, you tried to figure out how life above the surface was for them. 

Picking up the silver miniature trident you had found a couple of days ago you wondered not for the first time, if this was meant to be a weapon like one of the soldier’s tridents, or if perhaps it was a toy for small humans to play with, or if it was a tool of some kind, perhaps it was a comb of sorts. 

You had grown too comfortable with your almost daily trips to your treasure cave, thinking no one could ever find this little paradise of yours. Hence you had become careless, no longer looking behind your shoulder, no longer taking the long route to mislead anyone who might be following you. 

You failed to spot one of your mother’s soldiers who saw you going into the cave, and once you came out she went in, curiosity taking the better of her. She was shocked by what she found inside. So shocked that she immediately went to tell the Queen about it, believing this was a matter of the kingdom’s security.

The next day as you rearranged your treasures, your mother busted in. “What is the meaning of this?” She gestured around, growing angrier and angrier with each second. She took the treasures you had collected with so much care and love and threw them to the floor, not stopping to listen to your pleas.

“I’m not hurting anyone by collecting them,” you cried out moving to rescue your most precious one, the music box, before she could get to it. 

“You shouldn’t have any of this!” Her anger was slowly morphing into worry and sadness. “My daughter, I do not want you to share your father’s fate,” she sighed as she sat on a nearby rock. 

Your mother never talked about your father, the only thing you knew was that he had been killed by humans when you were just a baby. When you were little you would ask about him but since you never got any answers you eventually stopped asking questions, opting to live with a part of your story missing. Not knowing was better than watching the sadness on your mother’s face whenever she talked about her late husband. 

You sit next to her, and take her hand on yours, waiting to see if she revealed anything more about your father. After some time she does. “When I was young I was curious about humans. Your father was too. That’s one of the things that made us fall for the other. We wanted to go to the surface and meet them, find humans that like us wanted to build a bridge between the two species.”

“What happened?” you ask softly.

“I befriended some fishermen, or at least I thought I did. They didn’t want to be my friends, they wanted to gain my trust so they could capture me. And they would have done just that if your father hadn’t saved me. But he was badly injured while saving me,” a couple of sobs escape alongside her words. 

“It was dumb of us to think humans could ever be friendly let alone civilized. If I hadn’t approached them your father would be alive and with us.” She places a hand on your cheek. “That’s why there has to be zero contact with humans, my girl, for the safety of our kingdom and our people.” She looks around. “You have to let this obsession go, I lost your father to them, baby, I can’t lose you too. I know it’s hard, but you’re the future queen, and it’s time you learn there are sacrifices that come with the crown.” 

You promise your mom you won’t come to the cave again. And you honor that promise leaving everything behind except for the music box, that is the one thing you keep, you allow yourself to hold onto the hope that maybe all humans aren’t bad. Whoever designed something so beautiful can’t also be capable of great evil, can they?

[vacantgodling]

my brain is a pile of mush but i wanna learn more about tcol so. holds microphone up to you. i would like to learn more about forte the handsome archer,,, anything you'd like to share,,,, pwease he seems fun

thank u for always indulging me i really appreciate it 🥺🥺🥺. this is also gonna be long as fuck so uhhh sorry in advance.

(there he is!! for context lol. just need to add pointy ears to him like i need to for everyone lmao. i’ll redraw him and the rest sometime… eventually…)

forte the handsome archer! aka, the most well adjusted mother fucker in contingent 17 (aka our main characters). and why is he the most well adjusted? WELP! he has the best family situation and the most stable upbringing lmao.

forte’s immediate family is made up of father, tenor symphonia; mother, soprano symphonia; and younger sister, melody symphonia (who’s about 10 at the time of the story’s beginning)—and they all live in the city of bass landing—which is located like here.

(BL stands for bass landing)

it has 2 rivers that border either side of it, the river cadenza to the north, and the river adagio to the south.

the adagio river is what separates the borders of bass landing to marthveil (the M on the mini-map) and both cities are an inland sea away from the birthplace of beasts and the conquest of MIZDARR, The Thicket… but neither nation knows this. this is because that (currently nameless) inland sea is unusually volatile, and that volatile nature greatly affects the northern river cadenza who is tumultuous as a mf. it’s nearly unpredictable… unless you have some sense for chaos magic.

forte does have a bit of this inkling—a bit, but it is enough. have an excerpt about it (tweaked since i’m rereading it for the first time in awhile)

Bass Landing was a quiet sort of place. Forte grew up amongst his neighbor’s gardens; their tall leafy plants teaching him his first lessons in utilizing visage and the tumultuous river Cadenza his first teacher of the treachery life could bring. Almost every year, Cadenza brought forth her waves and flooded the landscape. And every year since he was a boy, Forte watched. It didn’t take long until he began to feel the tug of something in his gut—a subtle intuition whenever her floods would strike—never taming, but an understanding of her unpredictable nature. When he eventually told his findings to the village overseer, he received his first bow; for he had proven the intuition of a Ranger���a test he was never informed he would be taking, but one he was glad took all the same.

said inkling will be important for later in the story. cough.

anyway, his father, tenor, was a magnificent bard proficient in using the magic cantatio, and he used to travel all among the continent—eventually meeting soprano who became a groupie for him of sorts, and the two returned to their home city (bass landing) when she became pregnant with forte.

forte definitely takes more after his mother—he’s always been a quieter sort, but he looks like the spitting image of his father. his resemblance to tenor is actually what made many assume that he’d grow up to be a bard, and it’s not that forte couldn’t if he wanted to. he has an amazing singing voice, and sang often as a child with his parents, and seems to have a natural affinity for music. but, that’s never been what interested him. nature always had; and more than nature, observing it, and discovering what lays in the hidden places of the world.

when forte first came of age and decided that he would go to school to become a ranger, he wasn’t actually planning on becoming a guilder. he was more thinking he’d be a rouge traveler of lands, really. the first test to becoming a student at Pinella’s Pass Survivalist School (the school all guild-trained rangers and scouts usually attend if they aren’t trained at home) is to actually locate the school on your own. it has less to do with chaos sensing, and more to do with tactile tracking techniques, which forte slowly mastered, giving him a good foundation when he found the damn place. he studied hard and ended up becoming a great, traditional ranger.

as an aside—there’s sort of 3 schools of archery that exist in terrae: the first is “traditional” so the kind forte and another character eryn are. that’s your kind of probably comes to mind first, short to mid ranger archers who wield short to medium bows and who also tend to climb trees or hide in brush for coverage. then, there are trick archers, of the likes of another character helix, these tend to be the ones who have more fun tricks up their sleeves such as status ailed weapons, multiple arrows nocked at a time and so on. finally, there are the bowmen of diisai, such as erik, who wield MASSIVE bows that are near your full body length and can shoot across long wide open ranges: more about power for taking down large beasts than providing cover from afar.

ANYWAY on topic—once he graduated from the school, he sort of ended up funneling into guilding; just as a way to gain money and experience before he decided to go off on his own and explore, which leads him to the aegean guild of explorers, aka contingent 17, aka part of the main cast.

with him being the eldest of the main 5 (he’s 27, while san and clear are 26, deux is 25, and san is 24) he ends up falling into a somewhat peace keeper role… in a different way than deux. simply put, forte doesn’t have any major beef with any of the other members of his team. san and piper butt heads all the time, san and clear also have beef, clear doesn’t have beef with deux but definitely jealousy to some extent… and forte is just vibing. LMAO. he also has his generally level headed nature to thank for also being the linchpin for making sure they either don’t kill each other or don’t die doing something stupid.

this isn’t to say forte is some stick in the mud though. far from it. he’s reserved—but not introverted. and he’s really comfortable and self assured in his own merits and in his place in the world. he makes acquaintances easily; he’s well versed in many topics so he navigates conversations easily, he’s just pretty much the only neurotypical person on this fucking squadron 💀💀 at least until the ptsd kicks in :)) but thems spoilers lmao.

i also mentioned he’s a bi king right? yeah he’s also comfortable in his sexuality which is just a far cry from the inner turmoil of clear 💀 but this is also because bass landing, like much of the rest of terrae minus kiskkaddon and eros/argos, operates on the bond system and same sex relations are literally as mundane as taking a shit literally nothing to sneeze at. eros/argos by comparison is in the fucking dark ages, and kisk is more… extreme monogamy. cough.

but because of this, the budding love… angle with him in the middle is actually a weird situation for him. he bonds with clear near immediately (clear is the first person to see him laugh or get him to crack a joke, and they’re pretty similarly tempered when clear isn’t having mental breakdowns) but he develops feelings for deux as the team grows closer (in its own way) and clear is… yknow. having meltdowns. he’s actutely aware of his own feelings and wasn’t really sure what to do about it for the longest time until the situation kind of took itself out of his hands, but aside from the yknow. ptsd cough (as he’s the most directly affected by the 300 year drama, deux being next in line) figuring out where his emotions stand is kind of a central conflict for him. but it’s not even really a conflict. as i mentioned forte is more of a stop, listen, observe, then take action type. so he really was deadass gonna ride out his feelings for potentially years if he had to just to observe and understand not only how he feels but how deux or clear felt towards him and what would be best for everyone in that relationship.

this ability to think rationally and critically is also why, when push comes to shove, he’s really the de facto leader of contingent 17—no matter how much san and piper bicker between themselves about it

SOOOOOO uh yeah, that’s kinda a basic?? overview of him… with a few extra details bc i can’t help it :P but thank you again for asking seriously made my whole night <3

[vihola]

Braintrot is too strong, so here's Verbena's backstory in a nutshell

“Whoever brought me into this world, they didn't want me. They left me on the steps of an orphanage when I was a few days old at most. The orphanage didn't want me either, they didn't particularly like my horns, but they believed in their duty. They never failed to remind me how charitable it was of them to not let me starve to death, how I had to be useful to justify my existence. 

Then my adoptive parents chose me because I looked interesting and exotic – their words, not mine. They were old elves with hundreds of years behind them, and they were bored to death. Seen it all, done it all, and desperately looking for new experiences. I was a new experience. They molded me into their own little source of entertainment. I learned to sing and play lyre, I learned to anticipate their wishes. Day in and day out – entertain, entertain, entertain. 

I was trying my best, but I failed at something – I was growing up too fast for my parents’ liking. They wanted a child, not a teenager, and definitely not an adult. So they used experimental magic to permanently stop my aging. They were more likely to kill me in the process than to get what they wanted, but they were careless people. And they succeeded anyway. Years passed, turning into decades, but I was stuck in a child’s body.

I found out that druid magic could undo my condition. So I ran away, barely avoiding my parents’ attempts to bring their favorite toy back home. The only druids I managed to find were shadow druids, but it didn’t matter. Their ideology suited me just fine. I hated the world and all the people living in it. I wanted them to suffer because they had been indifferent to my suffering. I wanted them gone because of what they could do to me. Burning it all down and letting a garden grow from the ashes sounded like a perfect solution. 

The shadow druids weren’t too keen on helping me, but they were curious. They let me stay with them while they studied me like a rare specimen, so I observed them and learned from them. By the time I finally started aging again, I didn’t want to leave. I won’t tell you what I did for their cause. I won’t tell you what I was willing to do. But even my deep hatred for the world had its limits, so I started questioning. My questions led to disagreements that alienated me until I no longer belonged. I had to leave and find my own way. 

I couldn’t undo my condition completely. My body still works in strange and unpredictable ways – I might live for a hundred years more, I might die in a month and not see it coming. Maybe my parents could have helped, but I didn't even consider going back to them. I changed my mind only when heard that they had passed away. I needed to see their empty house with my own eyes, so I traveled back to Baldur’s Gate for the first time in years. 

And it was the worst possible timing. Just when I was ready to bury my past, I found myself kidnapped on an illithid ship, with a parasite wriggling in my brain. Just my luck, eh?”