#theriddleman

[sillyjokes]

What word is a fun word, until you add one letter and it becomes a terrible word that no one wants to happen? - @theriddleman

"Oh eddiekins! I know this one. It's too easy. Laughter is fun, but take away the first letter, and put the letter S. You get slaughter." He grins. @theriddleman

[blckfckinmsk]

💋 - @theriddleman

· 𓂃 ࣪˖🔪 ˖ ࣪𓂂 . Roman's been drinking a lot tonight, he typically did when he had these sort of big bashes. That was the point of it all after all. It just makes his inhibitions lower -- which wasn't the best when he barely has any to begin with. It's why when the Riddler starts asking riddles his response is to kiss the man on his lips in order to shut him up instead of answering.

[powderedhcarts]

closed for @theriddleman

The Wayne Family New Year's Bash is a much-anticipated event that's been held every year for almost a century now. When Bruce was younger, Alfred would do a lot of the heavy lifting to hire event planners, security, caterers.

Now, Bruce has to do those things himself, though he lets the event planner do most of it. He doesn't have any eye for decor and his palate is less sophisticated than he'd lead people to believe (if it's a day ending in 'Y', he'll be ready and willing to devour salty basket of fries and a deep fried garden burger patty on a loaded, buttery bun).

He even lets the event planner handle the guest list unless he has special requests. This year, he decided he had a handful, including one Edward Nygma. He'd never admit it, but he's proud of the progress the man's been making, and a little good PR and fancy food would hardly be overly charitable. Bruce likes to make sure those who have genuinely decided to get on the straight and narrow have the tools to do so.

In fact, the New Year's bash is a charity event, and is one of the biggest earners of the year to help fund Arkham. The place has come incredibly far since Bruce first donned the cowl, though they're still fighting him on changing the damn name.

Bruce sighs, looking at himself in the mirror one last time, adjusting his bow tie, then he steps out of his room and heads to the Wayne Manor ballroom, where the event is being held, laughing and waving off the applause as he walks into the tastefully but extravagantly-decorated room.

[springbandit]

❝ Are you okay? ❞ (Leonardo & Tails)

Tails' body jolted stiff as he realised someone was watching him. It was the middle of the night and he'd been so sure that the whole world was asleep. Leo's approach had only embarrassed him further than he was already feeling for being upset at all. "Yeah. Yeah, I'm okay." he answered, trying to sound chipper, but the cracks in his voice giving him away. He sniffled, rubbing his arm along his face to dry his eyes. "I just had a bad dream. Totally nothing."

@theriddleman

[etxrnaleclipse]

Cont. from @theriddleman (x)

"Not today, at least. You know me, I like to be entertained, so... Entertain me." Iain stared at the other and listened to what he had to say, gaze narrowing as his self-declared brilliant mind mulled over the request. It was hardly the most difficult thing he had been asked for, but not without its risks. Still, he enjoyed a challenge, and as his fingers wrapped around the envelope, a smirk played on his lips. "NOW you're speaking my language, my good sir."

[pyramultimuse]

"Chicken chow mein, no onions, side of prawn toast, some egg fried rice and a dozen of those little sugar donuts for dessert." He finished off the order through the delivery app and smiled at the hair petting he received. Very content with the attention Ed was giving him.

"It'll be about thirty minutes. Lets play a game! Truth or dare Ed?" He asked staring up at him.

The blond's words about Oswald made The Riddler sad that the Penguin wasn't with them. Ed was confused about his feelings to begin with. He had begun feeling a very obvious attraction to both his best friends. Of course, in the beginning, he had tried to fight it. But now, Edward had allowed himself to accept his feelings and often found him wanting to explore whatever they were.

He was knocked out of thought by the sight of the younger man laid across his lap, and he quickly shuffled to make it more comfortable for Harold.

"Chinese sounds good. I usually have chicken chow mein with no onions, and maybe some prawn toast to share?" He asked the other man, his hand slowly reaching down to stroke through Harold's hair.

[demongemz]

Ada had found herself growing rather fond of Leo, their friendship had started during an impromptu sign-up for a martial arts class and it had been something of a blossoming into spending time together. Which led them to the pier amidst the chaos of the rides and people partaking in the merriment that was simply the Carnival. She’d just finished winning something from one of the booths when Leo happened upon her “So I might’ve won you a little something while you went to grab us some popcorn” she mused handing over a little stuffed turtle, before taking the offered popcorn bag “That is your favorite animal, right? Quite an interesting choice but hey who am I to judge?” She mused before nudging the other “What do you think we should try, I’ll admit I’m a bit carnival rusty, outside of maybe doing a Ferris Wheel.” @theriddleman

[kingofthewebxxx]

Wanted to wish you all the best for the New Year! Thank you for sharing this with me. Although this is remaining a rp blog may spread some more awareness on various things and of course more positivity.

A huge thank you to:

@asrielbelacquaaaa, @ordinarycass3, @mxgneticperscnality, @thecockysniper, @the-v0iid, @theriddleman, @fortitudina, @fangsforhire, @unsnare, @astrainclinantx, @thejestersiren, @mikaels0n-elijah, @dontcxckitup, @cardigansandearlgrey, @brokenthimbles, @inmentemusae, @question-marked, @governmentofficial and @gloomfaithed

And to everyone else who is sharing this journey! Wishing you the best too

[moonglowmuses]

annie was occupying a seat at the local cafe. it was one that she frequented now and it was becoming one of her favorite destination spots. she was alone, eating some food, when she noticed a new person carrying their tray, probably searching for a seat, which was difficult since the cafe was bustling. "hello!" she called out, gesturing towards the empty seat across her in the booth. "would you care to JOIN ME? i have plenty of space." annie was learning to trust others again, and while that could be tough, it was all part of the process.

@theriddleman

[heartsick-honeybee]

I got tagged!

I’ve never been tagged before. I got tagged in a thing! I've been noticed! Woohoo! Tagged by @loki-todd0816

Rules: Tag 10 (or less) people you want to get to know better

Relationship Status: Single mother of two, completely socially inept.

Favorite Color: Eye-Blistering Neon Pink

Song Stuck in My Head: Shinedown - Dysfunctional You

Three Favorite Foods: Crab Legs, Soup, Sandwhiches

Last Song I Listened To: Within Temptation - Overcome

Dream Trip: England!

Last Thing(s) I Googled: Wella T14 Toner

I have no idea who to tag so this’ll be random. I’m also scared to tag people, but imma do it anyway, so I’m sorry 😅

@ednyxmatic @spookyvoid @skye707 @finzphoenix @sh4pes-4nd-colors @theriddleman @just-an-enby-lemon @pharoahkittylover @lonleywriters-blog

I’m so sorry if you didn’t want to be tagged. You can ignore it if you so wish 💀

[desastreorcalamite]

Closed starter for @theriddleman

"Please tell me you have time to spar tonight." Kate practically begged, her voice holding a whine within its tone. She wasn't above begging, no matter how much she wanted to convince herself that she was. "I can make it worth your time. Pizza on me. Two pizzas on me. Large. All the toppings." She offered, trying to entice him.

[blckfckinmsk]

“ i assume that you thought yourself untouchable.” - @theriddleman

· 𓂃 ࣪˖🔪 ˖ ࣪𓂂 . "Careful, riddle man. That almost sounds like a threat. Do you really want to go there with me?"

[powderedhcarts]

closed for @theriddleman

"I mean..." Jason let out a sigh from under the solid red helmet he wore as his costume. "I dunno, man. I can't decide if I'm flattered or insulted you decided to come to my side of town."

[springbandit]

Tails had spent the morning at a local scrapyard. Sure, he didn't have expressed permission to be there, but, he hadn't been able to find the owner and he didn't think they'd mind if he just took something to recycle. He'd clambered his way to the top of a pile of damaged cars, having no fear of heights, he'd never stopped to consider just how precarious his current position might be. He yanked at a part of one of the cars, tugging and hauling at it to try and get the rusted bolt that held it together to give way to him, the car suddenly toppled, shunting down sharply, trapping the young man's leg as it knocked him to the ground. Panicking, he tried to free himself but wasn't strong enough to lift the car. "Help!" he cried out, panic beginning to set in. "Somebody! Anybody! Hello?!"

@theriddleman

[fcdcdmcmories]

"Nothing lasts forever." (Anyone/You Choose!)

"YEAH, .. I FUCKING SUPPOSE NOT," sighing. nothing did last forever and he was well aware of that, but .. then again .. there were certain things that he wanted to know were going to last forever. right? how could he not, he wondered? it was hard to explain, but .. even with his lack of memories? he knew that was the case. that he'd do whatever he could in order to make sure that happened. "but .. it's up to us to make sure that what is important actually lasts, isn't it? at least ... i think so."

@theriddleman

[home1ander]

As much as that was perhaps a mandatory reasoning he should've been concerned about arriving on time. Maybe not so much as a concern as it was about eagerness and exactly what the basics were. John couldn't help the way way he was distracted over his surroundings--it's easy to forget that he wasn't the only one who wanted to watch. One part of him was expecting trouble. Probably he had enemies--not that those weren't something didn't come with it's own warrant with someone of his nature. He's learned to admit that.

Just in time. He wasn't exactly late once he'd gotten around turning off whatever switch in his head distracted him the most--whatever his eyes saw, but that too became one of the world's blurs. The announcement that the show was starting reached back to him. He didn't exactly protest and nor did he signal that he didn't want to be bothered. And he definitely didn't shoo the corporate vulture away--that's what he called them. It's one the least worst things he could call them. But sometimes they did manage to entertain him.

Lead away to his seat he would follow without any fuss by one of his assistants. Along with thrill, there was this inner emotion of...? What was the word for it? Speechlessness. He somehow got the impression that there was a different air than usual. If that was the case, he certainly wonders what it was like all of those times when he hadn't been here. The further in the room he'd gotten, the louder the roaring crow becomes. The cheers and not a jeer within hear shot could heard nor spotted. Finally seated, his eyes were quick to spot the host in question. Though he didn't exchange a single word, his lips twitched into an upward smirk.

The clock hit seven, the time Ed was scheduled to perform. The adrenaline had well and truly kicked in at the point. His hand was shaking slightly as he quickly made his way to the side of the stage. A small breath left his lips, quietly psyching himself up as he brought the microphone to his lips.

"Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to... THE RIDDLE FACTORY!" For some reason, when he performed, his voice was higher than usual. Maybe it was the showman inside him trying to get out. His nerves dived down immediately as he heard the roar of cheers and applause from the crowd, and a large triumphant smirk appeared on his lips as he entered the stage through the side, the main stage still covered by a large black curtain.

"Thank you for joining me today! This show is going to be different to my usual. If you've been here before, then you know I usually bring my vict- I mean... Contestants up here one at a time... but today, I want to bring them all up here in one go. How does that sound?" He asked his audience, and judging by the way the crowd seemed to roar, it seemed they like that idea. He could already tell that this audience was in the palm of his hand and that this show would be something special.