#white lilies means rebirth and purity~

[kylominis]

𝒊𝒏 𝒂 𝒃𝒆𝒕𝒕𝒆𝒓 𝒕𝒊𝒎𝒆, 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒄𝒐𝒖𝒍𝒅 𝒃𝒆 𝒎𝒚 𝒇𝒓𝒊𝒆𝒏𝒅… [♡]

[sleepyrogues]

I thought I would compile all of the floral baldurs gate designs I've done! I'm not an expert but I had a lot of fun trying to find flowers that matched the characters stories but also fit their color schemes and aesthetics.

Heres the meanings!

♡ Astarion - Roses + Star of Bethlehem (aka little Star flowers) for love, pain without repression, hope. ♡ Gale - Lavender / Purple hydrangeas for deep understanding, knowledge, compassion, devotion ♡ Karlach - Daffodil + Amaryllis for strength, determination, and new beginning's. ♡ Lae'zel - Gladiolus + Nasturtium for honor, strength, victory and passion. ♡ Minthara - Snapdragon + Rhododendron for deception, strength, protection and beliefs. ♡ Shadowheart - White lily + forget me not + night orchid for rebirth, purity, the pain of less and remembrance of loved ones. ♡ Wyll - Magnolia + Dahlia for nobility, dignity, elegance and personal strength.

[incorrect-threehouses]

Flower symbolism in the FE3H Valentine's Alts

I am a big fan of any kind of flower symbolism, so when the valentine's alts in heroes came out this year I was instantly curious as to what the significance of the flowers chosen in each character's art was, so I'd like to share what I've found!

Edelgard - Violets/Crocuses

I actually found it pretty difficult to figure out what flowers Edelgard was holding, as they're not what you'd expect her to have, namely her favourite flowers, carnations. So I did a bit of research and the two most likely flowers I think they could be are either crocuses or violets.

I think both of these have the right kind of colouring and petal shape to be the flowers shown in Edie's art (although if you know of another flower that it could potentially be lmk!). In terms of the symbolism, crocuses (left) represent cheerfulness, youth, glee and the return of spring, and purple ones in particular represent dignity, pride and success.

Violets (right), on the other hand, represent modesty, faithfulness, humility, and romantic love between women, as Sappho used violet imagery to describe her lost love multiple times in her poems (a win for the lesbians and bisexual women). According to Christianity, St. Valentine used crushed up violets as ink to send letters while he was imprisoned, so they're closely related to Valentine's Day too. They're also associated with grief and mourning as in ancient rome they were used for funerals, and I believe they're also used for mourning in countries like Thailand. An interesting link I found (which could just be me overthinking lol) is that they bloom in February, which is the month in-game when Edelgard launches her attack against the church. Personally, I think the violet symbolism works better for Edie.

Dimitri - Lily of the Valley

Lily of the valley represent sweetness, purity, luck, and in flower language mean the return of happiness. While being beautiful though, pretty much every part of the plant is very poisonous. These are also associated with Mary in Christianity, with folklore saying that the flowers grew from where her tears fell on the earth when Jesus was being hanged on the cross. They're the flower of May, which has another potential connection as that's the month Dimitri starts on his path to redemption and retakes Fhirdiad. Also they're Marianne's favourite flowers which makes me very happy 🥺 Dimamari my beloved (fun fact: they're also one of my favourites!)

Claude - Daisies

Claude's are another easy one, they're pretty obviously daisies, although I think they could be two specific types: oxeye or camomile

Daisies as a whole represent innocence, loyal love, new beginnings, and signalled that a secret was kept safe in victorian flower language. White ones also symbolise purity and yellow joy & friendship. While these flowers usually have happy connotations, there's also a celtic folktale that when a child dies young, god will make daisies grow to comfort the parents. They're also the flower of April, which is both the month the lords and Byleth meet, and the month of the war at Gronder. Not sure if there's any strong link to Claude there, but interesting nonetheless.

For the specific daisies I mentioned, as well as looking like the correct size and shape, the symbolism of both work very well for Claude. Oxeye daisies (left) are dedicated to Artemis, greek goddess of the moon, and of course Claude's crest is related to the moon arcana, while camomile (right) symbolises patience in adversity, calmness and resilience. It's also one of Claude's favourite teas!

Rhea & Sothis- Lillies

The symbolism of lillies is pretty straightforward: affection for loved ones, purity, fertility and majesty. White lillies are closely associated with the divine, rebirth and rejuvenation of the soul, which is why they're often chosen for both weddings and funerals. In another win for the lesbians, a few sources I found said they can also symbolise sapphic love! Nice to see the bisexual women being represented

Hubert- Carnations

(I still can't get over how goofy he looks knsbdkdhf)

Carnations represent fascination, devotion and distinction, but can also represent contempt. Red ones in particular symbolise a deep love, and mean "alas my poor heart" or "my heart aches" in flower language. They're also a symbol of socialism and the labour movement. They are the flower of January, but I couldn't find any relevant links to Hubert or Edelgard in the equivalent month in game. Carnations are, as previously mentioned, Edelgard's favourites, which the fact that he's got them for her just makes me 🥺🥺🥺

So, that's my little ramble for the evening, I hope you enjoyed!

[eeriepromis]

💖 LaDs Magical Girl AU: NIGHTBORN SYNDROME (a.k.a. HOT GUYS WITH CURSED GLITTER) 💖

(A totally serious and definitely not crack-fueled LaDs magical girl anime concept with extra unnecessary glitter sparkles!)

✨ The Premise ✨

In a world where magic is both a blessing and a curse, certain warriors- the Nightborn- carry a terrifying fate. When exposed to extreme magical energy, they undergo a mystical mutation that amplifies their Flair but at a cost.

🌙 Nightborn Syndrome makes them:

✔ Look like they stepped straight out of a dark magical boy fashion catalogue (capes, leather gloves, high boots- the whole aesthetic). ✔ Have dramatic, glowing tattoos that pulse whenever they feel strong emotions. ✔ Gain ridiculous, over-the-top magical transformations✔ Become overly poetic and brooding for no reason. For some reason, all of MC’s love interests are affected. And for even less of a reason, MC is the only one who can stabilize them.

👑 The “Big Evil”: Evermore 👑 (Because what’s a magical series without a looming villain?)

Evermore

A shadowy organization obsessed with harnessing Nightborn power to conquer the realm.

They’re responsible for weaponizing potential in kids (like Caleb, and even Xavier).

Their leader? Has an even bigger cloak than Zayne’s.

What They Want:

Evermore hunts the Nightborn to harness their curses for a dark ritual. Legend says if they combine all that unstable magical energy, they can open the Midnight Rift- a portal to a realm of limitless power.

The Stakes:

If Evermore gets their hands on the Nightborn, they’ll forcibly trigger their transformations to siphon raw magic.

A single meltdown from any one of them is catastrophic. All of them together? World-ending fiasco.

MC’s Role:

As the Celestial Guardian, she alone can stabilize the Nightborn. She also holds the key to locking the Midnight Rift.

Cue tension: Evermore wants to either use her to control the guys or take her out of the picture.

The Conflict

Evermore sends monstrous minions to provoke the guys into full meltdown mode, hoping to extract that unstoppable energy.

MC and the Nightborn LIs team up (despite their endless emotional fiascos) to protect the city- and each other.

Expect monster-of-the-week battles where each guy transforms in the middle of a grocery store, or a park, or a random Taco Bell. (Poor Taco Bell.)

🌟 Full Cast of Nightborn Disasters & Their Suffering 🌟 MC (The Magical Girl Who’s Tired of This BS)

Just a normal girl (haha, just kidding).

Alias: Astral Lily

Astral: Represents the cosmos, destiny, and unseen forces. MC is the only one who can stabilize the Nightborn, and her connection to magic is otherworldly-whether she likes it or not.

Lily: A symbol of purity, guidance, and burdens. Lilies also symbolize rebirth.

Role: 

The Celestial Guardian, sole force keeping the Nightborn from spiraling into unstoppable meltdown mode.

Her job? 

Keep them from going full cursed transformation mode.

Her life would be easier if her entire friend group weren’t afflicted with the most dramatic magical disease ever.

Her reality? 

Babysitting a bunch of emotionally stunted, overly attractive magical warriors who explode if they feel too much.

Goal: 

Live a semi-normal life while stopping her boys from demolishing the city every time they get flustered.

New Problem: 

Some shady organization called Evermore has appeared, hunting the Nightborn for their potent magic. MC definitely didn’t sign up for a magical turf war- but here we are.

Her catchphrase:"Oh my god, not AGAIN."

❄️ ZAYNE (The Brooding Ice Prince & The Emotionally Malfunctioning Cousin Figure)

Flair: Ice

Alias: Vesper Camellia

Vesper: Means "Evening Star," symbolizing fading light, solitude, and distant beauty. Zayne tries to keep everyone at arm’s length, but no matter how much he withdraws, his presence still shines.

Camellia: Represents longing, perfection, and unspoken admiration. White camellias symbolize devotion without words- Even if Zayne will doesn't say how he feels, it’s obvious to everyone except himself.

The Worst Case of Nightborn Syndrome™.

If he blushes? Instant dark magical transformation.

If he’s annoyed? Dark cape activation.

If MC looks at him too long? “Stop looking at me- ” (cue swirling shadow aura)

Transformation Theme: 

His old clothes shatter like frost, revealing a sleek, elegant silver-and-blue battle ensemble, and an unnecessarily large sword that he never actually uses.

Personality: 

Acts cold and logical, but is actually panicking internally 24/7.

Spends an unhealthy amount of time glowering in corners.

He copes by being emotionally constipated.

Backstory: 

MC was taken in by his family when she was younger, so they were raised like cousins. There’s a 5-year age gap, so half his life was spent trying to be the “cool older kid” and the other half failing at it miserably.

Is allergic to compliments from MC because they make him transform.

MC copes by messing with him on purpose. She figured him out way too fast.

And now she actively tries to make him trigger just to watch the chaos unfold.

Zayne, whispering in horror: "Stop testing me like I'm some unstable science experiment."

MC, smirking: "Oh, my bad. Didn't realize you were this sensitive."

Zayne, already glowing with ice magic: "I swear to god- " Zayne, gripping his face, visibly in pain: "This is a nightmare."

MC, sipping her drink, unfazed: "It’s hilarious, actually."

⚡ CALEB (The Delinquent Who Loves Too Hard)

Flair: Gravity Manipulation

Alias: Crimson Aster

Crimson: Represents passion, defiance, and an unshakable will- Caleb is fiercely loyal (which is fitting since this man decided MC was his ride-or-die at age 12 and never let go) but also a wildcard, challenging fate itself. His presence feels like an unpredictable force that can either protect or destroy.

Aster: A flower associated with love, patience, and remembrance- which aligns with his deep-rooted devotion to MC and the lingering past between them. In some myths, asters symbolize a farewell or a lost love..

Backstory: 

Grew up in an orphanage ever since escaping being a test subject at the tender age of 11.

MC met him when she accidentally got into a street fight with him at age 12 and won. Instead of sulking, he immediately declared her his future wife.

Everyone thinks this is a made-up rumor because he’s a delinquent even up to their highschool years and she’s the sweet, innocent MC. It is NOT.

Used to be a delinquent, now a competitive magical boy who refuses to lose at anything. 

Nightborn Syndrome: 

Triggers when he's angry. 

Transformation Theme: 

Electricity crackles at his fingertips, static humming in the air as golden sparks arc around his body. His jacket dissolves (for reasons unknown). (And yes, shirtless transformations happen at least once per episode.)

Personality: 

Competitive, refuses to lose, but secretly kind of soft.

A tough delinquent vibe, ironically forced into flashy magical boy uniforms

Most people expected Caleb to hold a grudge… instead, he immediately fixated on her and even trained with her.

"Pipsqueak, you're small, but you punch like a damn truck," he muttered, wiping blood from his lip. Instead of retaliating, he grinned. "I like you."

Ever since that day, Caleb has been an absolute menace in her life.

He wasn't a romantic type- no grand confessions, no stupid poetry like Sylus. No, Caleb proved his feelings through pure, unhinged loyalty.

"If I don't like someone, I tell them. If I like someone, I don't let them go."

Cue MC groaning into her hands for the next decade.

🎭 SYLUS (The Walking Romance Novel Who Needs To Be Stopped)

Flair: Energy Manipulation

Alias: Phantom Rose

Phantom: Represents mystery, illusions, and fleeting beauty. Sylus is too charming for his own good.

Rose: Symbolizes passion, secrecy, and dramatic suffering. Every transformation of his is basically a Shakespearean monologue in real time.

Backstory: 

MC met him after he literally fell out of a tree while reciting poetry.

He’s usually suave but relatively normal- until the curse hits.

Nightborn Syndrome: 

Overwhelming Romantic Energy™ (as if possessed by 1,000 Shakespearean ghosts)

Cloaks billow, rose petals swirl, dramatic spotlights appear out of nowhere.

Dramatic as hell.

His shirt mysteriously being unbuttoned.

Transformation Theme: 

"Midnight Prince" aesthetic. His shirt rips open dramatically every single time. His hair sparkles.

Personality: 

Normally, he’s suave, calm, and has that whole mysterious princely vibe. But the moment his powers trigger? HE BECOMES A FULL-ON DRAMATIC THEATER ACTOR.

He immediately forgets everything afterward.

It’s gotten to the point where the team just lets him run out of dialogue like a glitching NPC.

His Nightborn curse?

 He gets way too charming when it activates.

Shirt ripped? Cloak billowing? Flowers appearing out of nowhere? Check, check, check.

The Absolute Struggle of Sylus & MC

MC: "Sylus, you good?"

Sylus, his eyes slowly glowing as his transformation starts: "Ah, my dear, you mustn't concern yourself with the depths of my torment-"

MC: "Oh god. Not again."

BOOM- Cloak flares. Moonlight intensifies. Roses swirl.

Sylus, fully in his Nightborn form: "The weight of destiny rests upon my shoulders, yet I- "

MC, pinching the bridge of her nose: "Someone get the spray bottle."

Will literally quote Shakespeare at MC while slowly removing his gloves for no reason.

"Oh, my starlit goddess, my moonlit salvation, my divine seraph- "

MC: "Dude, we are at a Taco Bell. Calm down."

The worst part? He doesn’t remember any of it. The next day, he’s like “Why is everyone avoiding me?”

🔥 RAFAYEL (The Tsundere Knight Who Refuses to Admit He Cares)

Flair: Fire

Alias: Ashen Carnation

Ashen: Symbolizes burnt-out embers, destruction, and hidden warmth beneath the ashes. Rafayel burns for others but refuses to admit it. His power flares up when he feels too much- which is why he denies everything.

Carnation: Represents deep emotions buried under a tough exterior. They also represent unbreakable bonds and self-sacrificial love, which is a nice way of saying: "This man will burn down an entire city before admitting he cares."

Backstory: 

MC met Rafayel, and - of course - it was in the middle of a dramatic fight.

That was Years Ago.

Fast forward to now, and she’s somehow stuck with him.

Nightborn Syndrome: 

Rafayel’s problem? His Nightborn Syndrome is fueled by his overwhelming need to protect people.

So what happens when he sees MC in danger?

BOOM. Instant flames.

BOOM. Armor materializing out of nowhere.

BOOM. Dramatic pose, followed by a desperate attempt to pretend nothing just happened.

Transformation Theme: 

Goes full “Holy Guardian” mode with so many sparkles that you’d think Tinker Bell exploded.

Personality: 

Grumpy, follows the rules, but secretly the biggest softie. Tries to hide his emotions but that makes them worse. Ends up tripping into his own transformation sequences.

MC, sighing: "Rafayel, it’s fine, I can handle myself- "

Rafayel, blushing violently as the flames swirl around him: "I-It’s not like I was worried! I just- SHUT UP."

His personal hell?

MC being sweet to him.

MC smiling at him.

MC saying anything remotely soft, ever.

MC needing help and actually accepting it.

MC vs. Rafayel’s Denial:

MC: "Rafayel, you're blushing."

Rafayel, covering his face with his hand: "I AM NOT-"

BOOM- Instant transformation.

MC, smugly patting his armor: "Huh. Sure about that?"

Rafayel, face now burning hotter than his actual flames: "I- I was just testing my control.”

🌟 XAVIER (The Quiet One Who Turns into a Glitter Bomb)

Flair: Light

Alias: Noctis Edelweiss

Noctis: Means "Night," symbolizing hidden power, silent strength, and unspoken emotions. Xavier lurks in the background until his Nightborn power explodes into something uncontrollable.

Edelweiss: Represents bravery, devotion, and rare beauty. This rare flower grows in high, unreachable places- just like Xavier, who prefers to observe from a distance until the moment he literally shines brighter than the sun.

Backstory: 

Unlike the other Nightborn disasters, Xavier didn't immediately combust upon meeting MC. In fact… MC didn't even realize they’d met before, when he helped her as his Noctis alter-ego self even tho they were classmates.

The problem? He is very, very bad at talking about his feelings.

If Nightborn Syndrome is a wildfire for the others, for him it’s a slow-burning, inevitable supernova- one that will eventually consume him if he ever loses control. And the more time he shares with MC, the more his feelings grow - the less he can control them.

Nightborn Syndrome: 

Activates when he gets embarrassed or surprised - which is rare luckily.

No one even knew he HAD Nightborn Syndrome until one day, MC complimented him and he transformed so hard the windows shattered.

Transformation Theme: 

A golden halo of starlight flares into existence around him as his eyes snap open, pupils now glowing like twin constellations. Soft motes of light rise from the ground, orbiting him in slow, mesmerizing patterns.

Personality: 

Quiet, observant, lowkey terrifying.

If MC so much as praises him, you can guarantee a 50-foot glitter tsunami.

Xavier has spent so long in the background that being noticed- even a little- is overwhelming for him.

Reaction to MC complimenting him: (Silence.)

"..." (immediate glowing transformation explosion)

MC is launched backward into a bush.

Everyone else is blinded for 30 seconds.

Xavier stands there, absolutely mortified, glowing like an actual sun.

MC, coughing up sparkles: "… Bro, I just said your hair looks nice."

Xavier, whispering in horror: "I know."

👄 The "Oh My God, Just Kiss Them to Stop It" Rule

MC literally holds all of their fates in her hands and she is not responsible enough for this.

She figures out that if she kisses them, it INSTANTLY cancels their transformations.

So now every time one of them starts glowing, she’s just like "ugh, fine," and pecks them on the cheek.

Zayne:

Kissing him. He does not recover from this knowledge. The first time MC realizes this: MC: "Fine. Let’s try something." Zayne: "What-" MC kisses him on the cheek. Instantly, the glow fades. The ice dissolves. The blizzard stops. Zayne, staring at MC, visibly malfunctioning: "...What the hell just happened." MC, smirking: "Oh, nothing. Just science."

Caleb: 

MC walks into the room. Caleb, immediately tense: "Don’t start." MC: "I haven’t even said anything-" Caleb: "I can feel you thinking. Stop it." MC: "Nice jacket, though." BOOM- Caleb instantly transforms. His cloak billows out dramatically. A wind that wasn't even there before starts swirling. MC: "...Seriously? From one compliment?" Caleb, gripping his head: "I CAN’T CONTROL IT, OKAY?!" MC: "...Just- come here, you idiot." MC pecks him on the cheek. Caleb, blinking in confusion as his transformation fizzles out: "Tch." MC, patting his cheek: "Good boy." Caleb, combusting internally.

Rafayel: 

Kissing him. This realization ruins him. The first time it happens: MC: "Fine, you big baby-" (kisses his cheek to calm him down.) Rafayel, immediately de-transforming, standing in absolute silence. MC: "There, that wasn’t so bad, right?" Rafayel, hand touching his cheek where she kissed him, utterly broken. Rafayel, whispering in horror: "… Don’t do that." MC, grinning: "Oh? Why? Because it works?" Rafayel, turning bright red: "I- Just shut up."

Xavier: 

Xavier tries SO HARD not to feel anything. But then MC comes along and just casually worships him and he short-circuits. MC: "Wow, you’re actually really graceful in battle." Xavier, internally screaming: "Don’t transform don’t transform don’t transform-" Glows anyway. The worst part? MC realizes that kissing him immediately cancels the transformation. MC: "Fine. Get over here." Xavier, suddenly frozen in place: "Wait, what-" MC kisses him on the cheek. His glow instantly dies down. Xavier, absolutely shell-shocked, staring at the ground like his entire belief system has been challenged. MC, smirking: "Breath, cutie." Xavier.exe has stopped working.

Sylus:

Kissing him. Which is, quite literally, the most dangerous thing to do. Because the moment MC kisses him to stop the transformation, he just leans into it. First time it happens: MC: "Okay, enough of this." MC pecks him on the cheek. His transformation instantly dissolves. Sylus, blinking, processing. Then, the smirk returns. Sylus, voice smooth as silk: "I see. So you’ve chosen to indulge my desires." MC, realizing the mistake: "Wait- NO-" Sylus, leaning closer: "Very well, my love. If this is the path you wish to walk-" MC, already trying to flee: "HELP, I FIXED THE TRANSFORMATION BUT NOW HE'S JUST FLIRTING." Caleb, Zayne, and Rafayel watching in absolute horror.

🌟 HOW MC MET ALL OF THEM 🌟

❄️ ZAYNE: Babysitter Turned Eternal Sufferer

MC was taken in by Zayne's family, which means she grew up constantly annoying him. Zayne, at age 15, when he first met little MC: "She’s small. She’s loud. This is my personal nightmare." MC, at age 10: "HI! YOU’RE OLD. ARE YOU MY BROTHER NOW?" Their dynamic? MC: "Zaaayyynneee~" Zayne: "Go away." MC: "What happens if I poke your Nightborn mark?" Zayne: "Do NOT-" (instant dramatic transformation explosion)

⚡ CALEB: The Rivalry That Turned Into a Marriage Proposal

MC met Caleb when they got into a fistfight at age 12.She won. Instead of holding a grudge, Caleb immediately decided she was wife material. Every interaction since has been: MC: "You mad?"Caleb: "Why would I be mad? My future wife is strong-" (immediately starts glowing and transforming)

🎭 SYLUS: The Living Shakespeare Monologue

MC was minding her business when Sylus literally FELL OUT OF A TREE. Landed dramatically, stood up, and said: "At last, fate has guided me to my one true- " "Wait- who are you." MC: "... Dude, are you okay?" Sylus: "Only now that I have seen the light of your eyes- " MC: "I’m leaving."

🔥 RAFAYEL: The Grumpy Knight with a Soft Spot

She was cornered by an enemy, and before she could react, fire exploded through the battlefield, turning her attackers to ash. A figure in crimson armor stood over her, blade still burning from the strike. MC: "You saved me-" Rafayel, scoffing, looking away: "Don’t get the wrong idea. I was just passing through." And then he literally sprinted away before she could thank him properly.

🌟 XAVIER: The Guy Who Sparkled So Hard She Finally Noticed Him

MC didn’t notice Xavier at first because he’s too quiet. One day, she casually complimented his hair. BOOM- instant magical transformation. MC, screaming and shielding her eyes from the glitter explosion: "WHY ARE YOU LIKE THIS."

🌟 Transformation Sequences - Magical Boy AU!

🔥 Rafayel - "Blazing Heart!"

Rafayel snaps his fingers, and a burst of golden-red flames swirls around him, lifting him off the ground. The embers crackle, spiraling upward as his clothes melt away into shimmering light, reforming into a sleek crimson and gold outfit. With a flourish, his coat materializes mid-spin, embroidered with glowing sigils of fire. His boots click against the ground as he lands, flames flickering harmlessly beneath his feet. He smirks, running a hand through his hair, now streaked with vibrant embers at the tips. With a dramatic snap of his fingers, a flame ignites at his palm. "Justice burns brightest in my hands." (🔥 Cue dramatic coat flip. 🔥)

❄️ Zayne - "Glacial Knight!"

Zayne’s breath crystallizes in the air as a cold wind swirls around him, lifting his scarf as it begins to unravel into sparkling threads of ice-blue magic. With a sharp swoosh, his old clothes shatter like frost, revealing a sleek, elegant silver-and-blue ensemble with icy crystalline armor forming over his shoulders and arms. His boots form as he steps forward, leaving a frost-kissed imprint beneath him. A gleaming blade of ice manifests in his grasp, and snowflakes dance in the air around him. He exhales slowly, eyes glowing with a soft, steady frost-blue radiance. "A knight’s duty is eternal." (❄️ Cue very graceful but very unnecessary hair flip. ❄️)

⚡ Caleb - "Stellar Striker!"

Electricity crackles at his fingertips as Caleb grins, sparks racing up his arms. His jacket dissolves into pure energy, reforming into a sharp, star-stitched military-style coat with lightning-infused seams. His boots magnetize to the ground before he leaps into the air, lightning arching between his hands as his gloves materialize mid-motion. With a dynamic midair spin, his weapon - a dual-bladed energy staff - flickers to life in his grip. He lands with a flash, winking as the energy settles around him. "Lightning strikes twice when I'm around." (⚡ Cue finger guns and a smirk. ⚡)

🎭 Sylus - "Moonshadow Mirage!"

A gentle breeze swirls, and Sylus tilts his head, grinning as silver light gathers around him. His coat dissolves into ribbons of moonlight, reforming into a sleek, deep-indigo outfit with asymmetrical layers and flowing midnight-blue fabric. His gloves shimmer into existence as he flicks his wrists, revealing concealed daggers woven with constellations. The shadows around him dance, moving in sync with his movements as he steps into place. With a flourish of his scarf, he vanishes for a split second- only to reappear behind his own magic, smirking as the final glow fades. "The night’s secrets are mine to keep." (🌙 Cue a smug bow before vanishing again. 🌙)

🌟 Xavier - "Celestial Guardian!"

Soft starlight radiates from beneath his feet as Xavier closes his eyes, allowing golden constellations to swirl around him. His coat transforms first, shimmering into a regal navy-and-gold ensemble adorned with celestial embroidery. With a gentle lift of his hand, a radiant staff manifests, pulsing with the light of countless stars. His boots solidify beneath him as he steps forward, stardust lingering in his wake. He opens his eyes, now glowing with cosmic wisdom, and gives a calm, confident nod. "Guided by the stars, I walk the path of destiny." (✨ Cue soft cosmic glow and dramatic cape flourish.✨)

Coming soon to a Magical Girl anime near you! ⸻ Note: Header Image generated with AI.

[fraybury]

Batch of birthday arts I posted on Twitter

Flower explanation under read more

Stargazer lily: Made in 1978 by cross-pollinating Asiatic and Oriental lilies, it was named "stargazer" as a nod to how the flowers are pointed toward the sky, like they're looking at the stars. Flower meaning: hope, persistence, success

Green hellebore: The scientific name is Helleborus viridis. The flower's meanings are good fortune, prosperity, health, and rebirth. I went with red stargazer lily for Hiroto's birthday, so I gave Midorikawa a green flower

Baby's breath: Flower meanings are sincerity, purity, and love. Though the only reason I chose the flower for Tachimukai was just because it has the word "baby" in the name

Christmas rose: A type of hellebore often used to symbolize Jesus and Mary. It also symbolizes purity and is carved on churches' confessional booths (though I chose this flower for Fubuki just because it's white and Christmas related)

[writers-potion]

Plant Symbolisms 🌱🌿🪴

Flora have a special corner in literature.

Starting from the Greco-Roman period when certain plants were representative of gods (like olive trees for Athena), plants have meant more than just a source of food or pleasure.

Lotus - Symbol of creation, rebirth, and the sun. The blue lotus represents spiritual enlightenment, while the white lotus symbolizes purity.

Papyrus - Represents prosperity, growth, and regeneration, often associated with the Nile River and the goddess Isis.

Mandrake - Associated with love, fertility, and aphrodisiac properties.

Poppy - Symbol of sleep, healing, and regeneration, often associated with the god of sleep, Hypnos.

Rose - Represents love, beauty, and the goddess Aphrodite.

Jasmine - Symbol of sensuality, love, and spiritual growth.

Palm - Represents victory, triumph, and eternal life, often associated with the god Osiris.

Acacia - Symbolizes resurrection and the afterlife, linked to the god Osiris and the Tree of Life.

Cornflower - Represents fertility, abundance, and regeneration.

Anemone - Symbol of protection, healing, and renewal.

Anemone, garden: Forsaken.

Almond, flowering: Hope.

Balm: Sympathy.

Bamboo: The emblem of Buddha. The seven-knotted bamboo denotes the seven degrees of initiation and invocation in Buddhism.

Bay leaf: I change but in death.

Bell flower, white: Gratitude.

Bluebell: Constancy.

Broken flower: A life terminated, mortality.

Buttercup: Cheerfulness.

Calla lily: Symbolises marriage.

Campanula: Gratitude.

Carnation, red: Beauty always new

Chrysanthemum: I love.

Clover, white: Think of me.

Clover, four-leaved: Be mine.

Cinquefoil: maternal affection, beloved daughter.

Convolvulus, major: Extinguished hopes or eternal sleep.

Coreopsis, Arkansa: Love at first sight.

Crocus: Youthful gladness.

Cuckoo Pint: Ardour.

Cypress tree: Designates hope.

Daffodil: Death of youth, desire, art, grace, beauty, deep regard.

Daisy: Innocence of child, Jesus the Infant, youth, the Son righteousness, gentleness, purity of thought.

Daisy, garden: I share your sentiment.

Dead leaves: Sadness, melancholy.

Dogwood: Christianity, divine sacrifice, triumph of eternal life, resurrection.

Fern: Sincerity, sorrow.

Figs, Pineapples: Prosperity, eternal life.

Fleur-de-lis: Flame, passion, ardour, mother.

Flower: frailty of life.

Forget-me-not: Remembrance / true love.

Furze or Gorse: Enduring affection.

Grapes: represent Christ.

Grapes and leaves: Christian faith.

Harebell: Grief.

Hawthorn: Hope, merriness, springtime.

Heartsease or Pansy: I am always thinking of you.

Holly: Foresight.

Honeysuckle: Bonds of love, generosity and devoted affection.

Honesty: Sincerity.

Ivy: Memory, immortality, friendship, fidelity, faithfulness, undying affection, eternal life, marriage.

Jonquil: “I hope for a return of affection.”

Lalla: Beauty, marriage.

Laurel leaves: Special achievement, distinction, success, triumph.

Marigold: Grief or despair.

Morning glory: Resurrection, mourning, youth, farewell, brevity of life, departure, mortality.

Mystic rose: Mother.

*some of these flower symbols have Greek or Roman origins but were also used in ancient Egyptian culture.

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🖱️References

https://www.proflowers.com/blog/plant-symbolism-guide

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/396668679699365428/

https://lilysflorist.com/blog/the-symbolism-of-flowers-in-literature-and-poetry-a-look-at-the-hidden-meanings-of-blooms-in-classic-texts/#:~:text=Rose%20%2D%20Represents%20love%2C%20beauty%2C,and%20the%20Tree%20of%20Life.

[askefrueee3]

IV. The Empress- Catherine Fourth card- The Empress, is represented by Catherine. This card usually symbolizes themes like motherhood, nurture, beauty and charm, but also the unknown and doubt, which seems to reflect Catherine's story quite well. Here, I decided to picture her pregnant, close to the finale of her story.

Used symbols: White lilies- purity, innocence, rebirth Pink butterflies, pink energy- Aideen's presence and power The golden horse- Catherine yearned to become a horse, to become one with horses, and she was the previous incarnate of Aideen before our MC, so I decided to use the golden horse we're turned into by Ydris to reflect that. It may not be fully canon- significant, but it played well with The Empress aesthetic, and I like to give more meaning to the golden horse.

[softielexi]

🌸Types of flowers Ateez would be: Hyung line🌸

This is just because I love flowers and I know the majority of others do too!

Hongjoong🤍

White lilies: white lilies represent purity and rebirth, as well as grace and beauty.

Seonghwa💗

Pink lily of the valley: pink lily of the valley resembles sweetness, humility, and renewal. It’s also associated with hope.

Yunho💛

Sunflower: sunflowers resemble joy, positivity, and hope through difficult times.

Yeosang🤍💗

Gilded lilies: gilded lilies often mean that you’re spoiling something that’s already beautiful by trying to make it more perfect.

[cameatslemons]

often chosen for both weddings and funerals, white lilies symbolise a rejuvenation of the soul. this meaning represents purity, commitment and rebirth, which is why they're often chosen as sympathy flowers.

[historia-jaeger]

The discussion about Jeankasa's canon status

This post is an update from this post here. I also refer to the same article again.

___ Mikasa's children are adopted: There are many fans who obviously don't want to see Jeankasa married and think Mikasa should love Eren until the end of her life. That's why Mikasa's children must also be adopted. The reason given is the bandage around Mikasa's wrist, which is supposedly seen on one of the manga pages.

Yes. It's true that Mikasa's mother gave her this Clan-mark when she was little. With the order to pass it on to her children. - But it wasn't said that she should take off her bandages after she has children. And then there is the question of whether she even wants to pass it on.

And look at the child at the grave and the child in Jean's dream. It's the same child. The man next to Mikasa can't be Jean: 1. The man is to tall for Jean: Apparently the man is too tall to be Jean. This picture is taken as evidence:

Of course, if I run on a sloping, mountainous landscape, then I am automatically taller than the person running one level below me. 2. The man is Armin: Supposedly the man is not Jean, but Armin, Mikasa's grief companion. Such images are used to confirm this thesis.

In the first picture, Armin's hair is being blown back by the wind. That's not a hairstyle. And the second picture shows Mikasa and Armin before the timeskip, where Armin still had this piss-pot cut and therefore significantly longer hair.

If we compare Armin and Jean to the man next to Mikasa... Which is more likely? That Armin stands next to Mikasa, who has a lighter hair color and recently had a short army cut, or Jean, whose hair color and hairstyle completely match his last hairstyle? Especially when you look at the proportions. Armin needs to grow a lot. Which is rather unlikely. The flower theory: 1. Mikasa's grave flowers: There are two different versions of the scene where Mikasa lies in the grave. In the manga, she lies in a bed as lilies. she has her hands folded in front of her chest. In the anime, Mikasa wears a ring on her ring finger and her grave is made of roses. These same roses are also on her chest.

The theory of the Antis states that the lilies in Mikasa's grave would represent her virginity. Qoute: They are chosen for both weddings and funerals and symbolize the renewal of the soul. They can represent purity, commitment and rebirth, so they are often used to express compassion. - Source These lilies could just as easily represent Mikasa's wedding to Jean. But it is more likely that they are grave flowers. The same with the white rose. 2. Flowers for Eren's grave: One theory is that Mikasa placed four roses on Eren's grave, which signify that nothing will come between them (the lovers). And yes. This meaning is also correct. This is supposed to be a sign that Mikasa won't have another man other than Eren. - Aside from the fact that this theory is a bit of an asspull, it's not even true. Those aren't four roses on Eren's grave.

I see a tulip and two sunflowers...

The chasety ring theory: If you look at the picture of Mikasa in her grave, you will notice that in the manga Mikasa doesn't wear a ring and in the anime she does. Is that a wedding ring? Antis think it's a chastity ring. Unfortunately, that can't work, because Attack on Titan obviously takes place in Germany. The last date I could record was the year 850. So the 9th century. Source

The “True Love Waits” movement, which also included the chastity ring, only became active in Germany in the 21st century. So in our current era. Source

The wedding ring already existed in the 9th century. However, it was more commonly worn by nobles. Which is why Mikasa didn't wear a wedding ring in the manga. Source In the AOT-Guidebook it´s stated that Mikasa's martial status is single: I don't have the book, but @mizzraynelly wrote the following: The Final Character Guidebook published on June 9th, 2021. No page mentions about Mikasa’s marital status, even her pages. It’s only birthdate, height, weight, and the Corps she belongs to. Other arguments: Other arguments revolve around theories that have not been proven and/or are difficult to refute. This includes statements like: Jean would never betray Eren by marrying Mikasa. Mikasa still loves Eren, because she still wears his scarf and has love lyrics engraved on his gravestone. Or that she had let burried her next to Eren, because she wants to be by his side forever... Jean may have realized that Mikasa loves Eren and respects that. However, he never made a statement that he would not marry Mikasa after Eren's death. I would like to see the proof.

But he often criticized Eren's behavior towards her. For example, when he tried to kill her as a Titan. So it's pretty unlikely that he wouldn't take his chance.

It is not certain where Mikasa was buried. You can only speculate, that her grave is next to Eren's. Therefore, this should not be presented as fact. She wrote the love lyric on Eren's gravestone in her grief. But that doesn't rule out a new love. And falling in love again doesn't automatically mean no longer loving the person who died. That's why she's welcome to walk around with her scarf. ___ Now that's how many theories I've dispelled? And on one topic. I wonder why people can't accept the obvious. Mikasa married Jean and had children with him. - Complete.

[secretlyazombi3]

RE Protags as Flowers .ᐟ ‧₊˚❀༉‧₊˚.

๋࣭ ⭑⚝ a/n: the quality of all these images got totally butchered when i saved them to my laptop </3

LEON KENNEDYᵎᵎ

──★ CENTAUREA CYANUS. This flower is native to Europe and can be found in Italy in nature. It represents serenity, hope, young love, purity, and innocence. However, it is also used as a symbol for longing or unrequited love. This flower is also used to commemorate deaths of military soldiers. It was also used as a herbal medicine in the past, believed to be able to heal all wounds, and today is still used as it has anti-inflammatory/antioxidant properties.

CHRIS REDFIELDᵎᵎ

──★ WHITE GLADIOLUS. Also known as the sword lily, this flower comes in many colors, but the white gladiolus is most intertwined with change, often seen at weddings or funerals. The sword shape of the flower is often used to represent integrity and strong moral values. The white gladiolus specifically represents purity and innocence. It was also used to try and heal injuries as the flower is a symbol of strength. These flowers grow in South and East Africa.

JILL VALENTINEᵎᵎ

──★ BLUEBELL. This flower is often associated with the goddess Hecate, the guardian of the dead. In folklore, this flower is able to ward away evil. In different cultures, this flower represents putting others before you. This is also why the flower is seen as being able to keep away evil in folklore, it’s seen as a guardian flower that serves to protect others. This flower grows in Europe, including in France.

REBECCA CHAMBERSᵎᵎ

──★ ORNITHOGALUM. This flower grows in places in both Asia and Europe, and is often referred to as ‘star of bethlehem’ due to its star-like shape. It represents purity, innocence and rebirth. In certain cultures, this flower is believed to have medicinal qualities and can be healing if consumed. It is also connected to the plant Venus, which represents femininity and beauty.

CLAIRE REDFIELDᵎᵎ

──★ HIBISCUS. This flower has many different meanings in many different cultures, and the color of the hibiscus changes the meaning as well. Pink hibiscuses represent friendship and familial love. These flowers are connected with various different goddesses in different cultures, and often represent femininity, sensitivity, and being caring/nurturing. Some cultures believe that hibiscus flowers can help people come to terms with a tragic past and move forward to create a better future.

ADA WONGᵎᵎ

──★ CAMELLIA. This flower is especially adored in many Asian countries, including China. Parts of the flower are inseparable, which is why this flower represents long lasting devotion or being inseparable from another person. However, these flowers can also represent longing or unrequited love. These flowers are also used in perfumes due to their scent.

ETHAN WINTERSᵎᵎ 

──★ CARNATION. This flower’s name is from the word “carno”, meaning flesh, due to its fleshy color. This flower represents deep and never ending love. This flower was used mostly to honor mothers, but in the 20th century it became associated with father’s too. It represents the strength, wisdom and resilience of fathers all depending on the flower color that is picked. These flowers are commonly gifted to fathers on father’s day.

[crepuscular-archive]

I've become a sorta of flower nerd, I love looking into symbolism of flowers and how certain cultures perceive them sooo...I am assigning flowers to some selfships :3

Aznerine/eternalflowershipping

@snowbellecity

Maypop purple passion flower, the meaning of this flower is extremely specific(and besides it always traces back to Christianity) but the colors reminded me of both Nerine and AZ, and it just has that mystical and whimsical feeling to it. Something old that is almost ethereal and is untouched by time.

Mataneresi

@labselkie

White Lily, like most white flowers they're associated with purity and rebirth but the white Lily is chosen as sympathy flowers. It reminds me of them, one of its meaning it's commitment. Besides I feel like Matangi wouldn't pass the opportunity to pamper Neresi with pretty flowers that match her wings.

Jasver

@silverlining-ships

Orange tulips, I juggled between flowers but I think this one fits well, one of the meanings that caught my eye was to show appreciation between a couple. While I doubt that Jasper fully understands why humans would so much value on flowers, she'd try to give something she found pretty(by her own standards and human standards).

That's all byee

[etanow]

I was looking at your banner (which goes hard as s$&@ by the way) and on closer examination I noticed something really cool!

In the image, Pomni is inside an open coffin and is surrounded by flowers, with one half being colourful while the other is pale white. I also noticed the bouquet of flowers Pomni is holding is especially vibrant (unless I’m crazy).

I have to assume the image is about Pomni, through circumstances beyond her control, is stuck living only a half-life and is desperately holding on to who she is and once was, right?

I don’t know much about flowers and their meanings, but I know in some cultures White is often associated with Death.

Did I get it right or should I be executed for being cringe?

TY for the thoughtful ask!!! Unfortunately, no execution for you because you're right! The flowers at the bottom are common funeral arrangement flowers but do have their own meanings;

Stargazer lilies represent sympathy, majesty, and purity. White roses have many meanings: love, secrecy, silence, humility, reverence, and despair. Dracaena leaves mean inner power, growth, and renewal. White hydrangeas have a few meanings: rebirth, heatlessness, and abundance. Eucalyptus leaves mean protection.

The vibrant flowers in her hand are for herself, and the surrounding bouquets represent the other residents she lives with; a combination of how they feel about her and about them in general.

I'm a dork for flower language if you can't tell oop

[ainnur]

Why do your new au is call Bone Flower AU?

Also how Wukong and Bai He dynamic?

It is call Bone Flower au because I found a cool looking flower that made from bone randomly on Pinterest. AND knowing that Bai He mean Lily so the idea just click to me with one of my fav idea of Wukong and Lady Bone Demon being a sworn sibling.

Thinking in this au Wukong choose to name Bai He that because White Lily remind Wukong of LBD as it mean purity, comitment and rebirth. It's fit LBD so well because LBD think her idea is pure and right, not to mention how she committed to her belive that she want to destroy this mess up world to create a perfect one basicly give this world a rebirth

(If I got the information wrong feel free to correct me)

As for Bai He and Wukong, they have this father-daughter dynamic as Wukong is the one raise her in this au. Tho their relationship bit complex with Bai He not fully understand emotion quite well and Wukong being Wukong keeping the secret why Bai He was created while also not really open with Bai He. To his defend Bai He never actually ask why she was created tho. They love each other BUT wish to understand each other more.

[moonandst4rs]

Supernatural characters as flowers !!

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This randomly came to me as i was looking at different flowers and their meanings. And i don't know, they some just seemed to resonate with different characters. To be completely honest though, I just love associating things together, like character and colours, songs, different gods and goddesses, so like if you guys enjoy this type of thing let me know, plus if you'd like to know any other characters !! And don't be afraid to share your ideas as well <3

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Dean Winchester - Gladiolus - Struggle, Strength, Victory, Pride, Moral Integrity

Sam Winchester - BlueBell - Humility, Constancy, Gratitude, Everlasting Love

Castiel - White Lily - Purity, Spirituality, Peace, Rebirth, Commitment, Faith

Bobby Singer - Oak Tree Flowers - Strength, Wisdom, Endurance, Resilience

Jack Kline - Daisy - Innocence, Purity, New Beginnings, Cheerfulness, Divine Virtue

Crowley - Black Dahlia - Betrayal, Sadness, Passion, Power, Strength

Rowena - Foxglove - Beauty, Danger, Healing, Harm, Immortality, Magic

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[fraybury]

Inazuma Eleven birthday art batch 3 (Batch 1) (Batch 2)

Flower explanation and alt versions of Kidou's art under read more

Lotus: Symbolizes purity, strength, resilience, and rebirth. It's commonly used as Buddhism symbolism, and some depictions of Acala (Fudo Myoo), which is the Buddhist deity Fudou is named after, depict him with the flower

Anemone: Also called windflower. The purple anemone was used as protection against evil, fitting Kazemaru's position as defender and his arc in the second season

Rose: The official flower of Father’s Day, with red roses representing alive fathers and white roses to honor deceased fathers, representing how fatherhood is a central theme in Kidou's writing. Red roses mean true love and passion. White roses mean innocence, purity, and virtue. The combination of red and white roses together symbolize unity

Tiger lily: Symbolizes confidence, pride, prosperity, and good fortune