#wip: the name. witch

[cain-e-brookman]

Heads Up, Seven Up

Thanks so much @spideronthesun for the tag!

Rules: post the last seven lines you wrote, then tag seven people.

Wrote about 2k yesterday and they are very rough so...

The creatures didn’t understand fear. Didn’t understand death. Hardly could process life. Whatever it was that befell the Other, was beyond any language they had. He couldn’t protect us. He couldn’t protect her.  Then our home left.

And so I'll tagggggg: @topazadine @seastarblue @illarian-rambling @eternalwritingstudent @dearunreliablenarrator

@leahnardo-da-veggie and @satohqbanana

[cain-e-brookman]

welcome back to writeblr! i'm cain and i write high fantasy with a lot of worldbuilding and fun characters. my current wip, THE NAME, WITCH follows the journey of the witch Uthyr as he's sent by the God of the End to stop an unauthorized apocalypse brought on by ancient calamities gone off the rail. and someone's "misplaced" the prophecy.

looking for active writeblrs 🦇

i’ve had quite the break from writeblr. now i’d like to join some wip tag lists, read, and support others who are actively writing!

reblog / like with a comment describing your wip in one sentence (i know it’s hard) or link to your wip so i can check it out!

bonus if it’s fantasy, rivalry-themed, or has some world-building.

[hexcii]

I knowwww I said I wasn’t going to draw because I currently don’t have a desk and I didn’t want to further fuck up my back

Buuuuuuut

Consider this, TNG art (and sacrificing my legs instead of my back. The only feeling I’ve had in my legs in the past 7 hours is pain)

[benisbeaaaaans]

They are unbelievably fucked up I love them

[thebarontheabyss]

Can you share some spicy facts about the ROs? And RO reaction when the MC takes the lead (since they are the owner of the bar)?

Well well, let’s see… 👀

(Obviously, expect some adult themes ahead)

Death never felt the pleasure of physical intimacy—or at least, not according to their highly fractured memory. If they ever had sex, they’ve chosen to forget about it.

Nonetheless, it is something they wish to experience, although they need to take things slow. They are very romantic about it, though—they read a lot of… “romance” novels. They will be also very eager to please their partner. Expect a lot of “Am I doing this right?”

Death would absolutely appreciate you taking the lead—they’re way too nervous to do it themselves, and your confidence would be a huge relief.

Perhaps not surprisingly, the 56th Prince is a biter. Don't be surprised if you leave with a few light marks after a night with them.

Like everything else in their life, sex is a game to them, and they love playing with control. So, pushing their partner to their limits and hearing them beg is music to their ears.

They are fine with relinquishing control—but it’s mostly a farce—They’ll turn the tables on you later.

Morgan/a doesn’t take things too seriously in bed. Expect a lot of banter and generally playful energy.

They’ve had plenty of experience outdoors, so don’t be surprised if they suggest some unconventional locations. That said, a bed works just fine for them too. And yes, they use magic during sex. It’s Morgan/a—of course they do!

When it comes to you taking the lead, Morgan/a is all for it… as long as you don’t do anything they dislike. If you do, expect them to be very vocal about it 😤

Hastur has… a lot of stamina. You might want to invest in a very sturdy bed.

If you ask nicely, he’ll let you touch his horns.

Control is an interesting thing for Hastur. Most of the time, he’s focused on controlling himself, not you—taming the beast within, so to speak. He’s more than happy to let you take the lead and even prefers it, trusting you more than himself in those moments.

Peisinoe might have a blasé exterior, but they are deeply passionate about sex. They just haven't found anyone worthy for a long time… until now.

Unsurprisingly, they’re very vocal and loud in bed, so you’ll never have to wonder if they’re enjoying themselves.

Letting you take the lead would be their ultimate show of trust.

Lmao, if you’ve been here since the start, you know it’s YOUR goddamn fault I now have to write spicy facts about Mr. Shade over here. Jk, his romance path is one of the things I’m really excited to write.

But because of the nature of his story, most of this is deep spoiler territory. So, I’ll just say: yes, you WILL have the option to have sex with him. That’s a fact, right?

As for taking the lead… well, let’s just say that’s spoiler territory too. ;)

[cain-e-brookman]

hello, im also trying to get back into the writeblr thing lol so far the tags have been a great place to find new blogs, so i'll throw mine in too!

writers, listen up...

i've fallen out of touch with the writeblr community a lot in the past few years, and i want to rectify that. the community aspect was what made me fall in love with tumblr, and what improved my writing for the better.

the golden days of my writing were when i was highly active and engaged in this wonderful community, but life and work and the horrors of self publishing have overtaken my energy in the past year. however, i have been really struggling with original writing, and i want to get back into the community here.

that said...

you write fantasy with queer characters

are an indie author

post frequently about your wips (taglists are a bonus!)

are queer

are a very active and friendly writer

if any of these apply

please, please reblog and tell me about your wip. gush over it. infodump. characters and ships and worldbuilding and plot, i want it all! this is your invitation to be as selfishly indulgent as possible. let's make some new friends and restore some community!!

boosts appreciated!

[flickerngflower]

Have been in the mood of finishing year+ old wips lately. My first victim.

[oobbbear]

New house new life new beginning

[cain-e-brookman]

First Line Tag

I was tagged by @spideronthesun! Thanks again!

Rules: post the first line of your WIP, the first line you worked on today, or any other "first line"!

I'll be tagging @satohqbanana @seastarblue and @sunset-a-story

I'll be posting the very first line that appears in my wip; one that has been the opening line since the very first iteration.

If Uthyr had known the end of the world would make his hydrangeas wilt, he would have been prepared a week ago for what was coming.

[cain-e-brookman]

as the person i last reblogged said, in fantasy we often just kind of.....kill family off. oops. although Uthyr has very little living family, Crucius has very sparingly mentioned his father.

although Crucius says they don't quite see eye to eye--

"'[...]he and I have diametrically opposed personalities. We’ve butt heads nearly my whole life. His partner once said he was convinced that we started arguing before I’d fully left the womb.'"

--he speaks highly of him

"'He’s not noble-born, but no one who didn’t know would ever suspect. You could dress him in rags, walk him down the streets, and he still couldn’t be mistaken him for someone who wasn’t important. If ever we separated at a party, I always knew where to find him: in the center of the room, the focus of every eye. I’ve never known anyone else so bright or so moving.'”

like Crucius, though, he remains shrouded in mystery. all Uthyr truly knows about him is that he has a house on the northern coast of Uslaria where Crucius goes to visit every spring, and he seemingly has no problem housing his son after his banishment.

he doesn't know that Crucius' father would never abandon his son for anything. that he would lie, kill, steal, or anything else to protect his only child. both him and his partner. family is everything to Crucius' father. he doesn't love in halves. no one on the wrong side of his fangs has ever lived to tell the tale.

Tilda is looking for her brother. Are there any family members in your story? Siblings? Parents? Uncles? Tell us about them!

[qursidae]

Fancy Hella + Aya I got going cause I'm procrastinating finishing my OOTH map

[lunarharp]

wip and if ppl's clothes turn pink when theyre in love

[cain-e-brookman]

from my WIP, The Name, Witch

Uthyr kept calm as he moved once more though the halls until he’d made it outside the temple and off hallowed ground. The first step into a world not kept level by the Death God’s blessing took him out at the knees. Dropping to the ground, doubled over the bundle, he fought to even his breathing. The world fogged at the edges; Uthyr was glad to be on the ground where he could fall no farther.

“Stop being dramatic,” came a voice somewhere outside of Uthyr’s vision. “You did really good, actually.”

“I hate you.” The words felt juvenile, petulant. Uthyr was too shaken to articulate himself further. “You’re awful and I hate you.”

“You’re at the back of a very long line,” replied the Trickster, appearing in front of Uthyr’s kneeling form. He’d sloughed off the disguise of  “Everett,” twitching with energy and moving haltingly. As though the world could only hold him in moments. One second he looked as such and the next found him shifted to another stance. Another emotion. No wonder under the skin of a physical form he felt so chaotic. He hardly belonged in this realm at all.

Too difficult to get a full look, it was nearly impossible to pin down any true feature of his except that his hair and eyes were green, he was a short sort of skinny, and his right arm stopped at the elbow. Cut off by the Death God, Uthyr knew, in one of their innumerable skirmishes. In many ways, he appeared childish. Had the energy of a pre-adolescent. 

“I am actually impressed,” Emjir went on. “Obviously I’ve been called for your tricks, but I did have my doubts about how well you could pull that off without my assistance. Bravo. Am I using that right?”

His voice buzzed at the edges. Held multitudes. Broke through the pieces of the realm and reformed at Uthyr’s ears. Looking at him itched something in Uthyr’s mind. Something he should know, something he should see. Uthyr tightened his arms around the bundle. Its hum kept him in this world. He breathed in through his nose, holding the breath for a long moment before releasing it.

“Luminescent.”

The Trickster regarded him. “One more time?”

“Neither pearlescent nor iridescent,” clarified Uthyr. “It’s luminescent.”

“Huh,” said Emjir. “Go figure. An infant star should be iridescent, I think.”

do us both a favor and share with me a piece of your own writing that you really like. i wanna read some stuff

[starswordartblog]

There was. so much art i wanted to make this october, and then i got beat up by life in multiple ways, and now the month is over but by god i am going to post at least one thing. Anyway meet Clementina the witch, her dress is a cauldron.

I have been spinning her and her group of ocs/story for over an year so the fact that i starting finally designing her on halloween month is pure coincidence but fun. Sadly I couldn't finish the animation i wanted to go with this but here's a wip just to show off the concept:

wheeeeeee

[ghost-proofbaby]

you've posted (or maybe it wash just in tags) about the knight eddie story youve worked on before and i have not been able to get the idea out of my head

oh, nonnie. oh. (i definitely have. in tags and posts for a few months now haha)

but you know when fics get so big behind the scenes and suddenly you're scared to post it? like, you've got several full chapters written, an entire world and magic system built, and an entirely fleshed out OC, but like... the thought of sharing it with the world is just? scary? yeah. that's where i am.

knight!eddie also doesn't leave my head. i just don't want to post this monster of a fic that honestly reads more like a fantasy novel because i don't know if y'all would like it haha. it's very intense and genuinely doesn't read like just a fic. it reads like a book. it is a book at this point. if y'all really are interested, i could always post snippets and such. it's not a matter of characterization and stuff, but... i just put a lot of work into it and it's my baby lol

[thebarontheabyss]

If the MC were to purpose to their ro(s); who would actually want to get married and what would be the ro(s) ideal way to be proposed too? (Polys included if applicable 🥺)

Great ask! Let's see... 👀

Death has obviously never considered the idea of marriage, but they also never considered the idea of love before you came along. So yeah, they would love to get married to you, though they may not know how to express this desire without... a little nudge. They’d prefer a quiet, private proposal somewhere intimate. A simple, heartfelt moment would be everything to them. Maybe a beach?

For a poly marriage, Death would be both honored to be a part of and a little nervous about tackling this "assignment." You'll have to constantly make sure they won't feel overwhelmed.

Hmm... Marriage is a complicated subject for Lilith/Damian. In the infernal culture, marriage is more about power and status—a transaction to climb or pay debts. So, for Lilith/Damian, saying "yes" would require a shift in perspective (as you are, unfortunately, not worth more than a single dime in Hell's currency) So, they’d need to overcome many of their own demons (and devils) to see marriage as anything more than a deal. But, if you managed to get through to them, they’d want a grand proposal—something unforgettable and a little extravagant.

They’d feel MUCH more comfortable in a poly marriage, though, as it better fits their worldview and sense of freedom, making it feel less like a contract and more like a constant choice.

For the Witch, marriage isn’t particularly important—they view it as one of many possible ways to express love. But if you were to propose, they would agree, as long as the wedding incorporates the cultural practices of Ffaraon.

They’d want the ceremony to feel meaningful and deeply connected to their heritage, so if you want to impress them with a proposal, make sure it's magical :D

In a poly marriage, Morgan/a would be more than open, as long as everyone involved feels valued!

Hastur is deeply committed and, in a relationship, would likely propose to you before you even have a chance to think about it 👀

For him, marriage is a sacred vow, a way to signify the depth of his devotion. He’d plan a private, meaningful proposal, just the two of you, where he could express his feelings without interruption.

Yeah... nope. Peisinoe is entirely against the idea of marriage, viewing it as a subjugating institution, especially after witnessing their own parents’ ruinous relationship. For them, if you feel the need to commit your relationship to a formal agreement, your love is not worth it. So, If you ever brought up marriage, they’d probably laugh it off.

What does the He Without Name think of marriage? Who knows. But maybe, deep down, there's a sort of magic in the marriage ceremony. Perhaps it can even awaken something distant, waiting inside of him. But actually putting a ring on a shade might prove a bit difficult.