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First chapter of my Kit Tanthalos x OFC. Enjoy!

For 150 moons, the passage of time within the castle walls marked the silent journey of Lyra Calloway. The magic that once shimmered in her veins had retreated, dissolving into the recesses of her memory, becoming as elusive as the tendrils of a half-remembered dream. In the daylight hours, Lyra was a composed lady's maid, her laughter ringing softly within the castle's halls. Yet, beneath her composed exterior, the echo of forgotten spells and lost incantations whispered in the corridors of her mind.

The soldier, Ballentine, was a consistent presence in her life, a stalwart guardian who not only saved her but also brought with him a sense of warmth and belonging. His visits, sprinkled across the years like stardust, were cherished moments of respite for Lyra. In the depths of his eyes, she saw reflections of the love her parents once showered upon her, a connection to a past that felt both distant and vivid, like the pages of a cherished storybook.

However, as time flowed like a river, Ballentine noticed the solitude that sometimes wrapped around Lyra like a shroud. A child surrounded by adults, her laughter occasionally rang out in the corridors, echoing with a longing for companionship. Sensing her need for a friend, he orchestrated a meeting that would alter the course of Lyra's life.

On that pivotal day, Ballentine led Lyra to another girl, a young soul who had also found sanctuary within the castle's embrace. A blonde-haired girl named Brunhilde, whose laughter bubbled like a spring, brought an effervescent energy into Lyra's world. She was a whirlwind of curiosity and enthusiasm, her eyes reflecting the same sense of wonder that Lyra had once possessed.

In the tapestry of fate, their friendship was woven with threads of shared secrets and endless giggles. Lyra, on the day they met, tried valiantly not to burst into laughter at the peculiar sound of Brunhilde's name. Yet, in that moment, something magical happened. The laughter that Lyra had held back for so long bubbled up, spilling into the air like musical notes, echoing the beginning of a friendship that would last a lifetime.

The sun cast a gentle morning glow through the castle windows, illuminating the cozy kitchen where the two friends sat, breaking their fast in the midst of their duties. The aroma of freshly baked muffins hung in the air, a testament to Brunhilde's culinary skills, which had become the heart and soul of the castle's kitchen.

Brunhilde, affectionately nicknamed Bruni by Lyra, was a lively whirlwind, her eyes alight with excitement as she chatted animatedly about the prince. "He is so dreamy, Lyra, you know," Bruni gushed, her words laced with starry-eyed admiration. "Yesterday, he told me thank you while I put some muffins on the table, and then later that night, he came down here, and we kissed, he is so perfect Ly." Her voice was filled with the kind of reverence usually reserved for celestial beings.

Lyra, ever the pragmatic soul, rolled her eyes playfully, a smile dancing at the corners of her lips. "Well, I would hope so," she replied, her tone teasing. "He is a prince, after all, and those are basic manners, and you let him kiss you, so..." Her fingers delicately plucked a muffin from the plate in front of her, savoring the warmth that still lingered within the freshly baked treat. "Your muffins are just so good," she added genuinely, her words punctuated by a contented sigh.

This compliment elicited a hearty laugh from Bruni, a sound that echoed with the joy of companionship. "Lyra, you're too kind," she said, her cheeks flushed with a mixture of pride and happiness. "But really, you should see the way he looked at me. It was like... I don't know, like he saw me." Her eyes glittered with a mixture of awe and disbelief.

Lyra, ever perceptive, observed her friend's expression, a fondness blooming within her heart. "Maybe he did see you, Bruni," she said gently, her tone soft. "You have a way of capturing people's attention, not just with your muffins, but with your spirit. It's... enchanting. He is lucky to have you, I hope he knows that." The word slipped from her lips before she could stop it, and she inwardly chided herself for the slip, hoping Bruni wouldn't notice the odd choice of words.

But Bruni, in her own spirited way, simply grinned, her eyes sparkling with mischief. "Well, if I'm enchanting, then you, Lyra Calloway, are positively magical," she declared, raising her muffin in a mock toast.

The head of the kitchen's sharp voice cut through the warm camaraderie like a dagger, reminding the girls of their responsibilities. With practiced efficiency, Bruni and Lyra hurriedly untangled themselves from the moment they shared, exchanging a quick but affectionate hug before parting ways. Bruni darted off to prepare the morning meal, her footsteps echoing with purpose in the bustling kitchen.

Lyra, ready to begin her temporary duties, had one foot out of the kitchen door when the head cook's voice reached her ears once more. "Oh! Lyra, I almost forgot, Ballentine is looking for you," the cook said, her tone softened by the warmth of their shared workspace. Gratitude painted Lyra's lips as she uttered a sweet "thank you" before setting off to find the soldier.

It didn't take long to locate Ballentine; he was often found in the castle's training ground, honing his skills with the determination of a seasoned warrior. Today was no exception. As Lyra approached, she observed the intense training session taking place between Ballentine and a fierce-looking girl named Jade. Lyra knew better than to interrupt; she had narrowly escaped a sword's edge the last time she inadvertently intervened in their training.

She settled a respectful distance away, content to watch until their spar came to a close. The clash of swords, the sound of metal meeting metal, reverberated through the training ground until finally, there was a pause, and the blades ceased their dance.

"You still favored one of your sides, but you are going to do great. You've worked so hard for this," Ballentine said, his voice a mixture of pride and encouragement, his eyes fixed on Jade. Gratitude glimmered in Jade's eyes as she replied, "Thank you, Ballentine," her tone laced with determination.

Seizing the moment, Lyra stepped forward with a warm smile, her presence heralded by the soft rustle of her skirts. "Hello, Jade," she greeted, her voice gentle, acknowledging the other girl's efforts. Jade's fierce expression softened into a smile, a rare sight that warmed Lyra's heart. "Morning, Ballentine," she added, acknowledging the soldier whose guidance had become a beacon of strength for them both. After this, they said their goodbyes.

The sun hung low in the sky, casting a warm golden glow over the castle grounds as Lyra and Ballentine walked together. Lyra, her eyes alight with curiosity, finally couldn't contain her question any longer. "You wanted to speak to me?" she inquired, her voice a delicate melody beneath the vast expanse of the open sky.

"Yes, I do," Ballentine began, his tone soft but firm, radiating a sense of pride. "Everyone is very pleased with your work as a lady's maid. Every guest you've served has spoken highly of you, and that makes me very proud, of the young lady you are becoming." His words, like gentle waves, washed over Lyra, leaving her heart warmed by their sincerity. It was a stark contrast to the past, where praise had been scarce and often barbed.

A genuine smile curved Lyra's lips, a rare sight that spoke volumes. "Thank you," she replied, her voice soft-spoken, gratitude filling the gaps between her words. The affirmation, so earnestly given, felt like a soothing balm to her soul, healing wounds she hadn't realized were there.

Ballentine, sensing her vulnerability, continued, his voice unwavering. "And we... I think you are ready for a more important role. You've been chosen to be the lady's maid of the princess. This is..." He paused, searching for the right words to convey the magnitude of the honor.

"What?" Lyra interrupted, her voice escalating with disbelief. Her eyes widened, mirroring the astonishment in her voice. The prospect was beyond her wildest dreams, a surreal twist of fate she hadn't dared to imagine.

Ballentine, the epitome of calm in the storm of her emotions, raised his hand in a gesture meant to quell her sudden outburst. "This is an honor, Lyra," he assured her, his eyes warm with reassurance. "You were hand-picked for this."

"But... I thought that her royal highness already had a lady's maid," Lyra stammered, her nervousness palpable. Doubt crept into her voice, uncertainty clouding her eyes.

"Yes, but she is advanced in age," Ballentine explained patiently, his words measured and calm. "The queen thought that perhaps someone closer to her age would be better suited for the job." His explanation, though logical, did little to ease Lyra's apprehension.

"You know I am not good with new people..." Lyra confessed, her voice a quiet murmur, her vulnerability laid bare before him.

Ballentine's eyes softened with understanding. "Jade knows her," he said, offering a lifeline of familiarity in the sea of uncertainties.

"Really?" Lyra's eyes widened with a mix of hope and trepidation. Before Ballentine could say anything more, Lyra dashed off towards Jade, her heart pounding in her chest. The courtyard seemed to stretch endlessly before her as she ran, her breaths coming in short gasps.

With each hurried step, Lyra closed the distance between herself, Jade, and the answers she desperately sought. "Jade! Wait!" Lyra's voice, laced with urgency and hope, cut through the crisp castle air. At the sound, Jade, her footsteps momentarily stilled, turned around, her eyes widening in surprise as she waited for Lyra to catch up. Ballentine, ever the steadfast guardian, trailed close behind, his expression a mix of curiosity and quiet support.

"What happened?" Jade questioned once Lyra was in front of her, her tone a blend of concern and confusion, her eyes flickering between Lyra and the soldier behind her.

"We are friends, right?" Lyra began, her voice steady despite the whirlwind of emotions inside her. The question hung in the air, pregnant with the weight of anticipation.

"Of course, we are," Jade replied, her voice soothing, sensing the gravity of the moment. She shot a quick glance toward Ballentine, silently seeking confirmation of the seriousness of the situation.

"So, you'll tell me the truth," Lyra stated, her eyes unwavering as she locked onto Jade's. A pause hung between them, pregnant with the intensity of the unspoken question that followed. "What is the princess like?" she finished, her voice barely louder than a whisper, yet laden with a profound earnestness.

"Kit?" Jade asked in a confused voice, a flicker of surprise crossing her features. Lyra's confusion mirrored Jade's, unable to comprehend the casualness with which the princess was referred to.

"You call the princess by her given name?" Lyra questioned, her brows furrowing in bewilderment, her voice a mixture of awe and disbelief.

Jade, her posture shifting slightly, held her head high, a subtle but unmistakable pride in her voice. "We are friends. We trained together almost every day."

Recognition flickered in Lyra's eyes, and a calm settled within her as the implications of Jade's words washed over her. "Oh... so she IS nice," Lyra breathed, her voice laced with relief. In that moment, the princess transformed from a distant, intimidating figure into a tangible, approachable person.

"Yes, indeed, she is... why?" Jade asked, curiosity knitting her brows together.

Lyra turned around, her gaze meeting Ballentine's, his eyes reflecting a deep sense of pride and assurance. A gentle smile curved her lips, a silent acknowledgment of the unspoken support he offered. With newfound confidence, she turned back to Jade. "Well," Lyra began, her voice filled with quiet certainty. "You are looking at Her Royal Highness's new lady's maid." The words hung in the air, pregnant with the weight of possibility and change.

"Oh! Lyra, that's great!" Jade exclaimed, her eyes alight with genuine happiness. She enveloped Lyra in a warm, spontaneous hug, the shared excitement between them binding their friendship even tighter. In that embrace, amidst the castle courtyard bathed in the golden hues of the fading sun, Lyra felt a surge of confidence and purpose.

"Just one more thing," Jade said, her tone suddenly serious as she gently released Lyra from the hug. Lyra, her eyes filled with both anticipation and confusion, nodded in response. "Yes?" she asked, her voice laced with curiosity and a sweet smile.

"Be patient with her," Jade advised, her words hanging in the air like a quiet plea. With those cryptic words, Jade abruptly turned and began walking away, her steps quick and purposeful, leaving Lyra standing there, her mind swirling with questions and a sense of foreboding.

"What? What does that mean? Jade!" Lyra called after her, her voice a mix of confusion and frustration. But Jade, now a distant figure, merely glanced back, her laughter carried on the wind as she disappeared from view. Left alone, Lyra turned to seek answers from Ballentine, her trusted confidant.

"What does she mean by that?" Lyra inquired, her eyes searching Ballentine's for any hint, any clue to unravel the mystery that now clouded her path. But Ballentine, ever enigmatic, merely smiled at her, his expression a blend of reassurance and quiet understanding. He remained silent, leaving Lyra with nothing but his cryptic smile.

Just as Lyra was about to press further, a sudden, resonant bell echoed through the castle halls, its chime reverberating like a command. The sound cut through the tension in the air, signaling the start of their duties as castle staff members. Lyra took a deep breath, the weight of Jade's words lingering in her mind, and with a newfound resolve, she turned away from Ballentine and began making her way toward the princess's chambers.

The corridor stretched ahead of her, its walls adorned with tapestries depicting the castle's storied history. Each step echoed with a sense of purpose and trepidation. Lyra's heart beat steadily in her chest, a rhythm that seemed to synchronize with the anticipation and uncertainty of the path she was about to tread. With every footfall, she steeled herself for what lay ahead, knowing that the cryptic advice from her friend would soon reveal its meaning in the enigmatic world of the princess's chambers. As the grand doors loomed before her, Lyra took one final deep breath, the air heavy with the scent of anticipation, and pushed open the door, stepping into the unknown with courage in her heart and determination in her eyes.

The soft morning light filtered through the delicate curtains, casting a gentle glow upon the figure of the princess, still lost in the embrace of sleep. Lyra, her heart pounding with a mix of excitement and trepidation, approached the ornate bed, her footsteps echoing softly against the chamber's grandeur. With a steadying breath, she reached for the curtains, her fingers gentle yet firm, and pulled them open in a swift, purposeful motion.

"Good morning, Your Highness," Lyra greeted her voice a perfect blend of firmness and sweetness, carrying the weight of her newfound responsibility. Time hung in the air, each second feeling like an eternity as she waited for the princess to stir from her slumber. Seconds turned into minutes, and when the stillness became too much to bear, Lyra's eyes fell upon a book resting on a nearby table.

An internal battle raged within her—a war between caution and necessity. Her mind warned her of the consequences, and the potential trouble of her actions, yet the urgency of her task spurred her forward. If she did not rouse the princess in time for breakfast, the repercussions could be just as dire. With a decisive breath, she approached the table, her fingers wrapping around the book. It felt weighty in her hands, the knowledge that her actions held consequences both daunting and invigorating.

In a split-second decision, Lyra allowed her instincts to guide her. The book met the floor with a loud thud, the sound shattering the quiet of the chamber. The princess jolted from her sleep, and sat up in bed with sudden haste, her expression a canvas of confusion.

"Good morning, Your Highness. I am so sorry for the noise, how clumsy of me," Lyra apologized, her voice genuine and laced with remorse for her abrupt disturbance. The princess, still disoriented, turned her head, her eyes narrowing in puzzlement.

"You are not Mrs. Crain," she observed, her voice tinged with a mix of curiosity and suspicion.

"Indeed, I am not," Lyra affirmed, her voice unwavering as she retrieved the fallen book, her movements graceful and composed. "I am your new lady's maid, my name is Lyra, Your Highness." As she stood before the bed, she executed a perfect curtsy, her demeanor poised and respectful, embodying the grace that her position demanded.

In the quiet expanse of the princess's chamber, the atmosphere hung heavy with both anticipation and tension. Lyra, her movements purposeful and deliberate, approached the closet where the princess's attire was kept. Her eyes, keen and observant, scanned the array of clothing, a thoughtful frown marring her brow. Thanks to the insight Jade had provided, she anticipated finding an assortment of trousers and blouses instead of the expected dresses. Undeterred, she set about selecting an ensemble that balanced both comfort and practicality.

Meanwhile, Kit observed the young maid with a mix of curiosity and intrigue. Lyra's hands moved deftly among the fabrics, her choices made with a quiet confidence that intrigued Kit. As Lyra deliberated over the outfit, Kit's thoughts flitted between the impending discussion about her clothing and the growing thirst that had settled in her throat. An idea formed in her mind, a momentary escape from the oncoming battle about dresses and courtly attire.

With purposeful grace, Kit swung her legs over the edge of the bed and stood, her movements fluid despite the haze of sleep. She padded toward a nearby table adorned with a jug of water, her steps silent on the chamber's rich carpet. Pouring water into a delicate cup, the cool liquid soothed her parched throat, momentarily distracting her from the impending conversation.

"So, Your Highness, I was thinking about this for the day," Lyra's voice, polite and respectful, cut through the room. Kit, her thirst momentarily sated, turned her attention back to the maid, her expression one of guarded anticipation. She braced herself for the upcoming debate about her attire, a challenge she was prepared to meet head-on.

But as she turned, her eyes met Lyra's and she was met not with the expected resistance, but with something else entirely. The young maid stood before her, holding out a selection of clothing.

Trousers, a soft green blouse, and a vest were displayed with a kind of quiet confidence that took Kit aback. It was as though Lyra had read Kit's mind, understanding not just the princess's daily routines but also her desire for comfort and practicality.

"I thought that perhaps this would be comfortable for the day, in case Your Highness decides to do some training today," Lyra explained, her tone gentle yet firm. Kit, for the first time, found herself at a loss for words. The battle she had mentally prepared for had not materialized. Instead, there stood a maid who not only anticipated her needs but respected her choices. With a tentative smile, she nodded, a silent acceptance of the outfit offered to her.

As she began to change into comfortable attire, Kit stole a glance at Lyra, a newfound curiosity blossoming within her.

The air in the chamber hung with a subtle tension as Kit, made casual conversation, attempting to bridge the gap between their roles. "So... how old are you? You seem around my age," Kit inquired, her voice soft, her gaze lingering curiously on Lyra as she handed her the vest, the fabric cool and smooth in her hands.

"We are the same age, Your Highness," Lyra responded, her voice calm yet guarded, a faint hint of hesitation underlying her words. As Kit began to put on the vest, she noticed Lyra's meticulous efforts to smooth out any creases, her fingers moving with a practiced ease. The unspoken tension between them seemed to dissolve in the quiet rhythm of dressing.

"You're all set, Princess. Would you like me to do your hair?" Lyra offered her eyes briefly meeting Kit's before she took a step back, granting Kit space and autonomy in her decision.

Kit, feeling a sudden impulse to assert her independence, declined the offer, her eyes narrowing slightly as she assessed herself in the mirror. "I do not think that would be necessary; I can do it myself," she stated, her voice tinged with a hint of determination as she started to walk toward the vanity where her brushes lay.

"I could braid it," Lyra persisted, her voice gentle, a subtle insistence underlying her offer. The maid's gaze held a quiet intensity as if she saw something more in the princess's request—a chance to connect beyond the boundaries of their roles.

Kit hesitated, her fingers absently combing through her hair as she considered Lyra's offer. For a moment, she pondered the idea of allowing this stranger, who seemed to understand her desires before she voiced them, into this intimate part of her daily routine. Yet, the pull of familiarity and self-sufficiency won her over.

"No, it's okay. I would wear it down today," Kit decided, her voice firm, her eyes meeting Lyra's in the mirror. In that brief, reflective moment, Kit noticed the color of Lyra's eyes—vivid blue, reminiscent of the sky just before dawn.

Kit, lost in her thoughts, was abruptly pulled back to reality by the sound of Lyra's voice. "So, I was not notified of any duties Your Highness would have to attend today, but for now, Her Majesty..." Lyra's words trailed off as Kit raised her hand, a silent plea for a momentary respite from the formalities that encased her life.

"Please, could we be, at least a little bit less formal, please?" Kit pleaded, her voice carrying the weight of both exhaustion and longing. In a fraction of a second, Kit swore she detected a glimmer of relief in Lyra's eyes, a shared desire for an escape from the rigid protocols and the gilded cage of royalty.

"Well, your mother and your brother are waiting for you to break their fast," Lyra continued, her voice softening, a genuine smile touching her lips. Kit found solace in the simple warmth of that smile, a respite from the usual stiffness she encountered in the castle's halls.

"Alright, that is great because I am really hungry right now," Kit replied, the sincerity in her voice betraying her weariness. With newfound determination, she started walking toward the door, the prospect of a meal a small yet significant comfort in her day.

As she stepped out, she realized Lyra hadn't followed. Confusion clouded her features, and she turned back to find the young maid standing in the opulent corridor. "Oh, I have to finish your chambers first, then I'll come with," Lyra explained, her voice soft and apologetic. Kit's eyes softened with understanding.

A pang of resentment surged within her. She hated the formality, the endless rituals, the suffocating expectations. The casual grace with which Lyra moved through the world, unburdened by titles and false smiles...

"Princess!" Kit's steps faltered, and she turned around at the sound of Lyra's voice. Lyra was hurrying toward her with an air of urgency.

"I forgot to let you know something," Lyra began, her words hinting at an important revelation. Kit's brows furrowed inquisitively. "Jade is going to start..."

"Jade? You know her?" Kit interjected a curious note in her voice. The fact that Lyra seemed to be acquainted with Jade intrigued her. Jade had never mentioned a connection to this girl before.

"Yes, we are acquaintances... friends, actually," Lyra replied with a warm smile, her eyes reflecting a genuine fondness for the subject of their conversation. Kit, on the other hand, wore a slight frown, her mind racing to process this newfound piece of information.

"As I was saying, Jade is going to be training in half an hour," Lyra continued, her words coming in a steady stream of consideration. "However, considering that you are only about to have food, I would consider waiting at least half an hour before starting your training."

Kit was about to interject with her own thoughts, but Lyra pressed on, her voice a mixture of sincerity and a trace of personal experience. "Because from personal experience, I once ate and then had to run, and I ended up throwing up..." Lyra trailed off, her expression contorting briefly with the memory of the unpleasant incident. "I think I just overshared, but that's my honest advice, Princess," she concluded with a graceful curtsy before stepping back.

Before Kit could formulate a response, Lyra turned and walked away, her footsteps echoing down the corridor. Kit stood there, a whirlwind of confusion and intrigue swirling within her.

Who was this girl, and where had she come from?

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BUTCH BRACKET Round 1

Rules & Guidelines

If you notice any issues with the matchups or submissions please let me know!

Matchups under the cut, polls will be linked once they're posted.

Bracket A

Jess McCready (A League of Their Own) vs. Shelley Byron (Doom Patrol)

Lupe García (A League of Their Own) vs. Desdemona (Fortnite)

Jo DeLuca (A League of Their Own) vs. Min Suh (My Princess Charming)

Vi (A League of Their Own) vs. Darling Charming (Ever After High)

Max Chapman (A League of Their Own) vs. Faye (Questionable Content)

Chloe Kitagawa (Belle of the Ball) vs. Imtura Tal Kaelen (Choices: Blades of Light and Shadow)

Kase Tomoka (Kase-san snd Morning Glories) vs. Miyake Aoi (D4DJ)

Hoshiumi Asa (Haikyuu) vs. Kyoutani Kentarou (Haikyuu)

Annabelle Cheddar (Dimension 20: A Crown of Candy) vs. Sir Amanda Maillard (Dimension 20: A Crown of Candy) vs. Captain Jan De La Vega (Dimension 20: A Starstruck Odyssey)

Kristen Applebees (Dimension 20: Fantasy High) vs. Evan Kelmp (Dimension 20: Misfits and Magic) vs. Chieftess Cleva Katzon (Dimension 20: The Ravening War)

Cynthia Zdunowski (Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies) vs. Lake (Infinity Train)

Anne Lister (Gentleman Jack) vs. Sasha Nein (Psychonauts)

Tracer/Lena Oxton (Overwatch) vs. Zarya/Aleksandra Zaryanova (Overwatch)

Moira O'Deorain (Overwatch) vs. Junker Queen (Overwatch)

Brigitte Lindholm (Overwatch) vs. Susie (Deltarune)

Riot Maidstone (Hello from the Hallowoods) vs. Striga (Castlevania)

Bonnibel Bubblegum (Adventiure Time: Fionna and Cake) vs. Cassie Sandsmark (DC Comics)

The Ninth Doctor (Doctor Who) vs. The Twelfth Doctor (Doctor Who)

Sevika (Arcane) vs. Vi (Arcane)

Geeta (Pokémon Scarlet/Violet) vs. Rika (Pokémon Scarlet/Violet)

Kim (My Candy Love) vs. Jean (Blue Jean)

Naberius Kalego (Mairimashita! Iruma-Kun) vs. Opera (Mairimashita! Iruma-Kun)

Zen'in Maki (Jujutsu Kaisen) vs. Jane Crocker (Homestuck)

Rainbow Dash (My Little Pony) vs. Applejack (My Little Pony)

Dame Aylin (Baldur's Gate 3) vs. Lae'zel (Baldur's Gate 3)

Karlach (Baldur's Gate 3) vs. Kevin E. Levin (Ben 10 Ultimate Alien/Alien Force)

Jillian Holtzmann (Ghostbusters (2016)) vs. Kena Mwaura (Rafiki)

Emmy Altava (Professor Layton) vs. Chloe Price (Life Is Strange)

Lois (Dykes to Watch Out For) vs. Kora (Rebel Moon)

Mo (Dykes to Watch Out For) vs. Kipo (Kipo And The Age Of Wonderbeasts)

Niamh Brody (Any Way The Wind Blows) vs. Jamie (Butch Jamie)

Kenjou Akira/Cure Chocolat (KiraKira Precure a la Mode) vs. Hinomori Shiho (Hatsune Miku: Colorful Stage)

Bracket B

Tenoh Haruka/Sailor Uranus (Sailor Moon) vs. Arkady Patel (The Strange Case of Starship Iris)

Nahara Satrinava (The Arcana) vs. Nazali Satrinava (The Arcana)

Gideon Nav (The Locked Tomb) vs. Isabel Lovelace (Wolf 359)

Pyrrha Dve (The Locked Tomb) vs. Alice "Daisy" Tonner (The Magnus Archives)

Park Jae-In (Sora & Haena!) vs. Thatcher Davis (The Mandela Catalogue)

Jess Goldberg (Stone Butch Blues) vs. Lady Lesso (The School for Good And Evil)

Undyne (Undertale) vs. Van Palmer (Yellowjackets)

Amaya (The Dragon Prince) vs. Tenjou Utena (Revolutionary Girl Utena)

Burn (Wings of Fire) vs. Moonwatcher (Wings of Fire)

Tsunami (Wings of Fire) vs. Asha (Wings of Fire)

Moonlight (Warriors) vs. Mothwing (Warriors)

Anybodys (West Side Story (1961)) vs. Anybodys (West Side Story (2021))

Mitsuki Koga (The Guy She Was Interested in Wasn't a Guy At All) vs. Rachel Lindt/Hellhound/Bitch (Worm)

Warthog (Trinity) vs. Susie Myerson (The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel)

Jay (Star Stable) vs. Sabine (Star Stable)

Alex Cloudmill (Star Stable) vs. Korra (The Legend of Korra)

Adora (She-Ra and the Princesses of Power) vs. Huntara (She-Ra and the Princesses of Power)

Catra (She-Ra and the Princesses of Power) vs. Scorpia (She-Ra and the Princesses of Power)

Pearl (Splatoon) vs. Kit Tanthalos (Willow)

Sun Jing (Tamen De Gushi) vs. Coral (The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes)

Buliara (The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild/Tears of the Kingdom) vs. Urbosa (The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild)

Ganondorf (The Legend of Zelda) vs. Impa (The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword)

Tetra (The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker) vs. Linkle (Hyrule Warriors)

Queen Barb (Trolls) vs. Viva (Trolls)

Hunter (The Owl House) vs. Willow Park (The Owl House)

Luz Noceda (The Owl House) vs. Raine Whispers (The Owl House)

Blaze the Cat (Sonic the Hedgehog) vs. Vector the Crocodile (Sonic the Hedgehog)

Surge the Tenrec (Sonic the Hedgehog) vs. Ali (The Big Con)

Garnet (Steven Universe) vs. Ruby (Steven Universe)

Bismuth (Steven Universe) vs. Roman (Sanders Sides)

Saira (We Are Lady Parts) vs. Kim (Yes Or No)

Lucy Kensington (Where The Stars Fell) vs. Yang Xiao Long (RWBY)

#butch bracket #round 1 #matchups #not a poll

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thatsgay-writes · 1 year

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literally begging for a kit tanthalos x reader where reader is a princess who kit is engaged for an arranged marriage to instead of graydon and kit acts really rude towards them, and reader only finds out later that it’s because kit loves her and didn’t think she could ever be good enough for her?

This Takes Place Pre-Willow Series

(Any Info I Have On Cashmere Is Literally From Google.) Not Proof Read

You sit at the head table next to your father in the Castle of Tir Asleen. You run through all the etiquette you’ve learned through the years in your head as you enjoy the meal in front of you and give an occasional polite smile as you make accidentally make eye contact with other people. Many people were staring at you and your father, not only had the announcement of your engagement to Princess Kit been a surprise to the people of Tir Asleen and Cashmere but seeing Cashmere royals outside their walls was rare as well. Speaking of Princess Kit, you had barely gotten the time to know her but you were already… interested to say the least. Being put into an arranged marriage wasn’t something you had on your bucket list but at least your fiancé was good looking and similar in age to you. Luckily for you, and you assume Kit, you had convinced your father to allow you to stay in Tir Asleen for some months before being wed. So at least you would get to know the person you were marrying, if Kit allowed. You had been staring at Kit, unceremoniously, for the past 15 minutes as she talks to another girl at the table. When there was a pause in their conversation, Kit turns towards you and you turn to your food.

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"Y/n Jyranthi, the princess of Cashmere, last name is based off the Empire that Cashmere replaced." Kit tells Jade as the two of them turn back to look at you. You had already been looking at them and turn away and act like you were involved in the conversation with your father and Queen Sorsha. "I thought there was two of them." Jade wonders, as she notices the way Kit couldn't take her eyes off of you. "There is but no one has seen the other prince or princess ever, no one even knows the other siblings gender. The people of Cashmere rarely leave their kingdom. But that is the one I am to marry." Kit finally looks away from you to look at Jade. "Have you at least spoken to her yet?" "Yes, I curtsied like a real lady... and she did the same in return, gave me a small smile, and then sort of disappeared."

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You put down your cutlery and look towards the Queen as she makes a speech about the reason for your family's visit and the feast that was spread before everyone. "Two hundred moons since the knights of Galladoorn vanquished Bavmorda's legions and freed Tir Asleen from its curse. And for two-hundred moons, we've maintained a civil alliance, governing with mutual consent, while preserving our autonomy. One realm, two separate kingdoms. Until now. In 6 moons, Princess Y/n of Cashmere will marry my daughter, Kit. Adding a new and harmonious alliance between Tir Asleen and Cashmere. Not only will this open a new route of trading but it will also assure a strengthened front against any foe we might face." You keep taking peaks at Kit's expression through out the speech and you can see her eyes widen at the announcement of 6 moons until you got married. Clearly, Queen Sorsha hadn't informed her of the change you fought so hard for.

Queen Sorsha raises her glass to finish her speech. "To the brides, may they rule wisely and justly, and defend our realm till that day when the true empress Elora Danan returns." You notice Kit staring at you out of the corner of your eye as you all stand and hold out your cups. You give her a polite smile but she just turns away in response.

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You stand near the edge of the party as you watch a people dance together near the center of the room. One of them being Kit and her knight, Jade. You meet your fathers eyes from across the room and nod your head. You walk towards Kit and Jade, "I'm sorry to interupt but I was wondering if I could talk to Kit for a second." You can see Kit's eyes pleading with Jade to say no but you both knew Jade couldn't really deny you. "Of course." She says with a smile and shoots Kit a knowing look before heading towards the drink table. You slide in easy to where Jade had been standing and start to slow dance with Kit, making sure to leave an obvious gap between the two of you."

"So, umm, what do you think about all this?" You ask as you try and make conversation, now that you were close to Kit, it was a lot harder to think. "Well it's not ideal..." You grimace and nod your head at her words, not surprised. "But I thought we were supposed to get married tomorrow? Where did this 6 moons thing come from?" You shift nervously as she stares at you intently, like she trying to read your mind. "Well I figured if we were both forced into this marriage, it would be better to get to know one another first." You say with a small shrug. "Wow, I'm actually surprised my mother would agree to that." Kit says as she turns her head to look at her mother, who was standing with your dad, who were both staring at the two of you. "Yes well, it was the least I could do." Kit turns back to you with a little confusion in her eyes. "What do you mean?" "Well I just meant with Jade being enlisted into the Paladins, I wouldn't want her to just disappear over night from you. Besides this way we could get to know each other before being stuck together for the rest of our lives."

Kit barely hears the last sentence that leaves your lips. Jade's leaving Tir Asleen? Jade's leaving her? You can see the wheels in Kit's head turning. "Shit, she hasn't told you yet has she? Me and my big mouth... Don't worry though, she would return to be our personal knight once she finished her training." You try to alleviate her fears or whatever else was running through her head. But you could tell that the damage was done. "If you'll excuse me." Kit says but she gives you no time to response as she stomps off towards Jade, who you give an apologetic look as Kit starts to yell at her and make a scene.

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Kit had not talked to you since the night of the feast. You had tried everything you could to get her attention but nothing seemed to work. So you stuck to yourself and either ended up at the stables or training with the knights, who would let you win. Today seemed like another day of isolation but you saw Jade and Kit heading out of the kingdom and you decided to follow. Maybe you should have said something, let them know you were following but Kit probably would have made you stay in the kingdom or decided not to go where ever they were going, so you followed them from a distance. There was a few hiccups here and there, where you would step on a twig or accidentally kick a rock but you always managed to hit the ground in time so they wouldn't see you.

Well, except this time. You dropped to the ground as fast as you could, heart hammering in your chest as you mentally cursed at yourself. You parents would be very disappointed in your stealth skill right now. You wait a couple seconds and when you don't hear anything you begin to slowly rise. "Who are you and why are you following us?" You hear Jade say with her very distinct accent, a blade pressed to the center of your back. "I was just wondering where you guys were going." You say with an even voice as you feel Jade take the blade away from your back. "Oh, princess, my apologies." She says as she offers you a hand up as you turn over. "It's fine, I clearly need to brush up on my stealth." You tell her as you give her a smile and dust yourself off. "What are you following us?" Kit asks, anger clear in her voice, as she glares at you. Arms crossed, unconsciously flexing her biceps, it was kind of hot. You shook yourself out of your stupor. "I just wanted to know where you guys were going."

"And you couldn't have just asked." Kit says accusatorily, getting in your face. "Kit-" Jade goes to stop her but you hold your hand up. "And what? You would have let me join you? Let me follow along? Pretend to at least tolerate my company?" You retort and get close enough to Kit that your noses are touching. "I begged my father and your mother for at least a chance to get to know you before we were both bound by marriage. Jyranthi don't beg, that is something that has been ingrained in my head since I was born. I lost some of my dignity fighting for 6 moons to get to know you and for what? The cold shoulder?" Kit doesn't respond and you decidedly ignore the way her eyes flick down to your lips and back up and how it made you feel. You let out a deep breath as you back away. "Never mind, this was clearly a mistake. If either of you need me I will be in the stables. Again. Like I have been for the past 2 moons." You shoot Jade a friendly smile as you walk away from the two and back to the Tir Asleen. Missing the clear slap on the back of the head Jade gives Kit and the forehead slap she gives to herself.

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You wish you could say much has changed since your argument with the other princess, but that would be a lie. Other than the times Queen Sorsha forces Kit to take you to train with Jade and her, you haven't hung out with her sense. She did, however, send you the occasional smile as you passed in the halls and let you sit with her and Jade during dinners. But today was the last day she would be allowed to semi-ignore you, for tomorrow you to would be wed and your kingdoms united. Sorsha had tasked you with the job to retrieve Jade and Kit from their training, so they would have time to change and prepare for the feast for your father's arrival. Usually as you walk up the stony path, you can hear the sound of swords clashing against each other but today it was almost deathly silent... Almost.

"What do I do Jade?" You can hear Kit say as you reach the peak of the cliff and hide behind some rocks. "Literally anything other than what you have been doing these past 6 moons would be fine." Jade says with a slightly bored tone, like she has told Kit the same thing multiple time. "But does it even matter? Either way tomorrow we will get married and then we'll be like that for probably the rest of our lives." Jade just nods along as she lets Kit work things out in her head. "I mean she even said it herself, she begged our parents just to get to know me before we got married and for what? For her to figure out she is only going to marry an asshole?" Kit grunts as she throws a rock off the cliff. "Gods Jade, she just... she deserves someone better. Someone who shows her the interest and care she deserves from the beginning, not someone who realizes too late how much they care for her." Jade looks over at Kit with a shocked expression. "You're not saying what I think your saying... Are you?" Kit looks at Jade nervously and lets out a sad laugh. "I guess I am... huh... I love her, a lot more than I wanted or was going to allow myself to and I thought if I ignored her and pushed her away, maybe the feelings would go away. Maybe she would beg for our parents to reconsider. Maybe she could get them to change their minds and she could marry for love and not political reasons, like she deserves... But a too little, too late, am I right?"

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Kit loves you? Kit is in love with you? Wow. You couldn't help the large smile that graced your face as you finally made your presence known. Kit and Jade both jump to their feet in shock and Kit with a bit of embarrassment. "How much of that did you hear? Didn't your parents tell you that it's rude to eavesdrop?" Kit says with a slight anger in her voice but you know it because she's trying to ignore and cover up everything you just heard. You don't give her a response and just walk up to her, caressing her face in your hands. Jade takes a couple steps back as she looks on with a smirk, she's never seen Kit so unsure or lost for words. "We should go right? I'm sure my mother sent you up here to--" You cut Kit off as you plant your lips on hers. Kit freezes at the sudden contact but quickly warms up to it and wraps her arms around your waist pulling you closer. You both break away as you run out of air and Kit wears a giant smile on her face and you match it with your own. You both go back in for another kiss when Jade clears her throat and the two of you jump apart. "As glad as I am that Kit has gotten her shit together. I am sure Queen Sorsha did actually send you up here to retrieve us?" Jade asks as you blush and nod your head while looking at the ground, missing the way Kit stares at you with complete adoration. Jade groans as she grabs hers and Kit's swords off the ground and starts walking down the cliff. "Great, I'm going to be a permanent third wheel now, aren't I?" Jade just says to the world and Kit blows a raspberry at her as the two of you follow behind her.

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When you return to the castle, hand in hand with Kit, your father is already there and conversing with Queen Sorsha. Sorsha looks surprised to see you and Kit holding hand and blushing like young children but your father looks proud and happy for you. The feast that night was a blast and instead of sitting with your father at the main table, you smushed in next to Kit at hers. The two of you also danced the night away, making sure to include Jade as to not make her feel like a third wheel. Everything was perfect....

You just wished it had stayed that way.

#x reader #willow #willow 2022 #kit tanthalos #kit x reader #kit tanthalos x reader #willow (2022)#willow series

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princessandknightfight · 11 months

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'tis finally here... the bracket...

(matchups below the cut)

Jade & Hendrick (Dragon Quest XI) vs Westley & Buttercup (The Princess Bride)

Gwen & Frederick (Cursed Princess Club) vs Palamedes Sextus & Camilla Hect (The Locked Tomb)

Hori Masayuki & Kashima Yū (Gekkan Shoujo Nozaki-kun) vs Kohga & Sooga (Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity)

Zen & Mitsuhide (Snow White with the Red Hair) vs Marinette & Adrien (Miraculous Ladybug)

Glimmer & She-Ra/Adora (She-ra and the Princesses of Power) vs Utena and Anthy (Revolutionary Girl Utena)

Shrek & Fiona (Shrek) vs Gideon & Harrowhark (The Locked Tomb)

Mytho and Fakir (Princess Tutu) vs Kit Tanthalos and Jade Claymore (Willow)

Yuyuko & Youmu (Touhou) vs Duck & Fakir (Princess Tutu)

Lucy Heartfilia & Erza Scarlet (Fairy Tail) vs Sapphire (Princess Knight)

Korra & Asami (The Legend of Korra) vs Nathaniel Thorn & Silas (Sorcery of Thorns)

Link & Zelda (The Legend of Zelda) vs Cassandra & Rapunzel (Rapunzel)

Cordelia Glenbrook & Avlora (Triangle Strategy) vs Luke & Leia (Star Wars)

Han Solo & Chewbacca (Star Wars) vs Ranni & Blaidd (Eldin Ring)

Princess Cookie & Knight Cookie (Cookie Run) vs Eugene & Rapunzel (Rapunzel)

Hamlet & Horatio (Hamlet) vs Endymion and Princess Serenity (Sailor Moon)

Rysn Ftori & Cord (The Stormlight Archive) vs Glory & Deathbringer (Wings of Fire)

Dehya & Dunyarzad (Genshin Impact) vs Sadie & Amira (Princess Princess Ever After)

Minerva & Palla (Fire Emblem) vs Bubblegum & Marceline (Adventure Time)

Sapphire & Ruby (Steven Universe) vs Poppy & Cyrenic (Sleepless)

Sapphia & Odette (High Class Homos) vs Mario & Peach (Mario)

Florence Vassy & Svetlana Sergievsky (Chess) vs Ryne & Thancred (Final Fantasy XIV)

King Dedede & Meta Knight (Kirby) vs Kyros & Rebecca (One Piece)

Prince Adam & Teela (He-Man) vs Sir Miranda Aldes (Tumblr)

Vin & Elend Venture (Mistborn) vs Arturia Pendragon & Bedivere (Fate)

Ventuswill & Frey (Rune Factory 4) vs Alphonse Elric & Mei Chang (Fullmetal Alchemist)

Orym of the Air Ashari & Dorian Storm (Critical Role) vs Kokomi & Gorou (Genshin Impact)

Suletta Mercury & Miorine Rembran (Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury) vs The moon and the earth (real life)

Saori Kido and Pegasus Seiya (Saint Seiya) vs MK & Mei (LEGO Monkie Kid)

Haruno Haruka/Cure Flora & Kaido Minami/Cure Mermaid (Go! Princess Pretty Cure) vs Apple White & Darling Charming (Ever After High)

Rose Quartz & Pearl (Steven Universe) vs Yona & Hak (Yona of the Dawn)

Ariyet & Hew (Through the Door) vs Elincia & Lucia (Fire Emblem)

Impa & Zelda (The Legend of Zelda) vs Violetta Mondarev & Tarvek Sturmvoraus (Girl Genius)

#heeeeeey poll runners who might be following me. you can totally reblog this if you want.#since like. its been a while since i started this.#also if something got fucked up PLEASE tell me nicely it took. it took so long to get it all without mistakes.

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trickarrows-bishop · 5 months

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who is kit tanthalos

OMFG SO LAST LIKE NOVEMBER / DECEMBER THERE WAS THIS SPIN OFF DISNEY SHOW CALLED WILLOW WHICH WAS A SPIN OFF OF A MOVIE ALSO CALLED WILLOW

anyways i started watching it for one actress in it who acc had me kicking my feet in another marvel show i watched, erin kellyman, and anyways i went into it only knowing like the gays liked it (thought we were just shipping random girls like the sapphics always do) BUT I WAS WRONG DISNEY GAVE A SHOW W SUCH BEAUTIFUL SAPPHIC REP ITS INSANE

Anyways

kit is this lovely dumbass lesbian

she’s a cocky little shit and the princess of a kingdom called Tir Asleen. she was in a forced engagement to another character, graydon, of who was the prince of another kingdom i can’t remember the name of.

she decided to attempt to leave tir asleen overnight after: meeting graydon for the first time and realising he really isn’t all that™️ and finding out that jade- her best friend and biggest crush EVER- has been accepted into training to officially become a night, but it would mean that jade would also have to leave tir asleen.

that night tho, her brother, airk, is kidnapped during an ambush on the castle. she, jade, airk’s lover- dove, graydon and this other guy who is amazing, called boorman all then have to travel to go find and save airk.

it’s so gay i loved willow sm 😭 disney “shelved” the show for a year as its meant to have three seasons but they also took it off disney+ back in may… 💀💀

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gotylocks · 1 year

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Why Willow is my favorite show of all time (and why I'll miss it)

When I was a kid, I watched a lot of Disney princess movies. As a deeply closeted trans girl, it was one of the few things I could reliably watch that could technically be considered "girl stuff", but didn't carry the same bullying as other "girl stuff". Those movies made me fall in love with fairy tales, but they weren't really what I wanted from those stories.

It frustrated me to see the damsel, always waiting for a man to come save her. It frustrated me that they couldn't be the hero of their own story, sidelined and uninvolved, rarely the focus of any character development. This was worsened by the fact that I was also a closeted lesbian, as the overwhelming straightness of the romances on display never connected with me.

When I was a kid, I loved fantasy stories. Swords and sorcery and dragons and elves, it was all so exciting to me. But it fell into a similar trap as the fairy tales. It was rare to have a girl in the lead who I connected to. I read the Lord of the Rings books, but I didn't have the same connection to them as most people.

Something like Xena, which was very interesting to me, was tough to get into because being in the closet made me feel like I wasn't allowed to watch it, which is something I still regret. But I always wanted a fantasy story about a princess I connected to, that was more interested in swords and adventure than boys and ballgowns.

When I was a kid, I loved Star Wars. I was enraptured by this combination of fantasy and Sci-fi, filled to the brim with mythology and lore, with relatable characters at the heart of it. A story that showed love and compassion was just as, if not more, powerful than brute force violence. But it was also a story largely centered around men, as Leia (strong as she was) often sidelined from the action.

When the sequel trilogy started, I saw Rey as a chance to get the Star Wars story I had always wanted. But it soon became apparent that was not the case, as everything was made to be about the men of the story, be it Kylo Ren, Luke Skywalker, or Emperor Palpatine. She was never allowed to be the driving force, to become her own character, and by the time the trilogy ends, she is right back to square one on her journey.

You might be thinking, what is the point of all this preamble? What are you going on about? This is about Willow. Specifically, the Willow show. I bring up all of that background to impress upon you why Willow means so much to me and why I am so heartbroken its story has been cut short.

From the opening scene after the prologue that explains the events of the 1988 movie, we are introduced to Kit Tanthalos, a brash and cocky princess, and her long suffering best friend/sparring partner, Jade Claymore. From the moment they remove their masks at the end of their sparring session, you can see the romantic tension between them, barely contained. At this point, I knew better than to get my hopes up about anything happening with that, but it was still nice to think about.

Then we learn more about Kit and Jade. Kit is being forced into a loveless marriage with a prince from a neighboring area, purely for political reasons. She isn't happy about this, but is willing to do it for the good of the people, as long as Jade is there with her. But then, it's revealed Jade will be leaving to train with the Shining Legion (a prestigious group of Knights) the day after Kit's wedding. While Kit's outburst at this reveal is described as childish, it's also completely understandable, as she is having her world ripped from under her while she's attempting to do the selfless thing by going through with the wedding.

So she gets selfish, she lashes out, she makes a big scene about it. It's the classic "queer coded princess rejects the marriage" story, but that is only where we start things. After things cool down, Kit realizes she can't go through with it, because now she would be losing everything she cares about, with nothing to gain for herself. Again, she makes a selfish decision to run away, but before she does, there's one thing she has to do before it's too late.

She sneaks into Jade's room in the cover of night, straddles her in her bed, and gives her goodbye speech. Jade knows she can't talk Kit out of running, but still makes a half hearted attempt at it. Before she leaves, Kit does the one thing she knows she wants to do while she can, and kisses Jade. You can tell this is done with years of stifled love bursting through at last. More than that, it is a mission statement from the show in episode 1, that Kit and Jade are in love and it will not be something that is cut around.

But as Kit is making her escape, the castle is attacked and her brother is kidnapped, thus setting into motion the quest. Face untold danger, go beyond the known world, rescue the prince. At last, a story where the princess is the one that has to save the prince.

This would be fine as is. A totally acceptable fantasy story with these character archetypes in place. But it doesn't stop there, as it adds in the rest of the quest party, all with their own baggage and background. But nobody stays the same as they are in the first episode. Everyone has their own growth through this quest.

Kit learns that Jade has been letting her win in their sparring sessions, so her confidence in her talent is misplaced and she needs to learn both humility and how to fight if she's going to save her brother. And humility comes at Kit at a constant clip, starting with the reveal that the ditzy lovesick kitchen maid that insists on going on the quest is actually Elora Danan, the fabled chosen one, and this makes Kit jealous as hell.

Kit is brought down from her overinflated sense of self from the first episode over and over until she hits rock bottom and has to rebuild herself into the hero she's intended to be. She has to work for it! This makes her both flawed and layered, and she's a much more interesting character because of it.

But it's not just about Kit. Jade learns the truth of her family and that everything she's been training for is a lie. Elora learns the truth about who she is and has to grapple with the weight of the world and a destiny she might not live to see the end of. Boorman has to contend with his selfish nature and atone for his past mistakes. Graydon has to overcome childhood trauma to become the sorcerer he dreamed of being. And the title character Willow, as well, is not the one note mentor he could have been, instead fulfilling his own arc as he grows into the great sorcerer nobody thought he could be (while also overcoming his guilt for past mistakes).

That is a cast of six who are all incredibly important to the overarching story at hand, but also experience incredible personal growth across all 8 episodes. Nobody is sidelined. This is especially important when you look at the diversity of the cast, predominantly filled with people who have not been given the opportunity to be the heroes of their own story.

That's why Willow is important to me. It's a fantasy fairy tale with tinges of Star Wars sprinkled throughout, with a grumpy, cocky, gay, tomboy of a Princess at its core. It's a beautiful lesbian romance that isn't always cheery, but feels honest. It's a show with a gay romance in which the fact that they're gay is never a source of drama, is fully accepted by the rest of the questing party (before Kit and Jade, in true lesbian fashion), and is treated the same as any straight romance would be in its place.

It's a story that loves love and loves women. It's a story that tells you it believes that "Love is the most powerful force in the world" and actually shows that's true. It's a story about compassion and care instead of brute force violence and hatred. It's a story about actual found families, and not what the internet has told you found families are over recent years. It's a story about how fun it is to go on a quest.

While I know I could go on and on about this forever, I will have years ahead of me to pontificate about this show. But for now, I hope you understand just why I say Willow is my favorite show of all time, the show I have dreamt of since I was little, and why I'm heartbroken to see it end so abruptly.

#willow 2022 #willow appreciation #willow thoughts #tanthamore #kit tanthalos #jade claymore #kit x jade #elora danan #graydon hastur #thraxus boorman #willow ufgood #my writing #I'm sorry this is so long i just have a lot of feelings

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yourartmatters-itswhatgotmehere · 2 years

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Representation matters!-in TV/MOVIES.

i am, obviously, not able to type ALL here, but the ones i know and love dearly+the ones I think are most important for the viewers♥- I WILL KEEP UPDATING THIS WHEN NEEDED♥) +obvi not in any important-order!!

1. BISEXUAL-BI-REPRESENTATION (as a bi person myself I still think this should be represented more in media everywhere(when it’s done right!))

-bi boys: Jesper Fahey (Shadow And Bone), Nick Nelson (Heartstopper), Alex Claremont-Diaz (RWRB-Red White & Royal Blue), Timmy Andrews (The Craft: Legacy), Malakai Mitchell (Heartbreak High), Magnus Bane (Shadowhunters), Gar Logan-BeastBoy(DCTitans), Aki Menzies (GossipGirlHBOMax),, Salem Saberhagen (SabrinaTheTeenageWitch-90s), Li Shang (Mulan1998), Lucifer (Lucifer), Jeremiah Fisher (The Summer I Turned Pretty), Gael Martinez (Good Trouble), Michael Guerin (Roswell, New Mexico), Evan "Buck" Buckley (9-1-1), Dustin ‘Dusty’ Reid (Heartbreak High),

- bi girls: Anna Taggaro (OTH-One Tree Hill), (and to me Peyton Sawyer, Brooke Davis(the actress said it so it’s canon!), Rachel Gatina (OTH-One Tree Hill), Nina Zenik (Shadow And Bone), AJ Campos (Crush2022), Hope Mikaelson (TO-Legacies), Ava Silva (Warrior Nun), Katherine "Kitty" Song-Covey (XO Kitty), Missy Beckett (Heartbreak High), Yasmina-Yaz Fadoula (JWCC- Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous), Casey Gardner (Atypical), Abby(Atypical), Beatrix "Bird" Castro (Finding Carter), Marissa Cooper (The O.C), Alex Kelly (The O.C), Aneesa Qureshi (Never Have I Ever), Lake Meriwether (Love, Victor), Vada Cavell (TheFallout-2021), Eve (Lucifer), Stella Yamada (Lemonade Mouth 2011), Sahar Zahid (Heartstopper (sinceS2) ), Nora Holleran (RWRB-Red White & Royal Blue), Haley Dunphy (Modern Family), Eleanor Henstridge (The Royals), Maureen Johnson (Rent the musical), Anthea (Shazam! Fury of the Gods), Daphne Blake (Scooby Doo), Sue Gilbert (Dickinson), Toni Topaz (Riverdale), Marie Moreau (Gen V), Jackie (Love Lies Bleeding)

(for an epic and very queer historical-fiction tv show watch MARY & GEORGE !!)

1b. PANSEXUAL-PAN-REPRESENTATION

Max Wolfe (GossipGirlHBOMax), Mazikeen (Lucifer), Mal (Descendants Movies), Josie Saltzman (Legacies,TO,TVD), Penelope Park (Legacies), Klaus Hargreeves (The Umbrella Academy), Isabel (Bottoms 2023), Karen Shetty (Mean Girls 2024),

(for an epic and very queer historical-fiction tv show watch MARY & GEORGE !!)

1c. ASEXUAL/ ACE REPRESENTATION

Raphael Santiago (Shadowhunters), Isaac Henderson (Heartstopper), Tolya Yul-Bataar (ShadowAndBone-Grishaverse), Tori Spring (Heartstopper), Douglas ‘Cash’ Piggott (Heartbreak High),

(for an epic and very queer historical-fiction tv show watch MARY & GEORGE !!)

2. GAY/ LESBIAN REPRESENTATION

-gay: Wylan Hendriks/Wylan Van Eck (Shadow And Bone), Prince Henry Fox (RWRB-Red White & Royal Blue), Jack McPhee (Dawson’s Creek), Alec Lightwood (Shadowhunters), Simon Spier (Love,Simon2018), Victor Salazar (Love,Victor), Benji Campbell (Love,Victor), Rahim (Love,Victor), Charlie Spring (Heartstopper), Brimsley and Reynolds (OueenCharlotte-BridgertonSpinoff), Eric Van Der Woodsen (Gossip Girl), Quincy “Q” Shabazian (XOKitty), Damian Hubbard (Mean Girls 2024), Nick Feinstein (The Fallout 2021),

-lesbian: Beatrice (Warrior Nun), Diana Berrigan(White Collar), Fabiola Torres (Never Have I Ever), Ellie Chu (The Half Of It), Emily Fields (Pretty Little Liars), Maxine Baker (Ginny & Georgia), Izzie Taylor (Atypical), Calliope "Cal" Burns (First Kill), Juliette Fairmont (First Kill), Tara Jones (Heartstopper), Darcy Olsson (Heartstopper), Mia Karp (Vampire Academy), Meredith Beckham (Vampire Academy), Tamar Kir-Bataar (Shadow And Bone), Nadia Zhabin (Shadow And Bone), Simone Jackson (DaisyJonesAndTheSix), Yuri Han (XO Kitty), PJ and Josie (Bottoms 2023), Hazel Callahan (Bottoms 2023), Madison (Finding Carter), Kit Tanthalos (Willow), Jade (Willow), Sabina Wilson (Charlie’s Angels 2019), Velma Dinkley (Scooby Doo), Winnie Black (Miller’s Girl), Janis ‘Imi’ike (Mean Girls 2024), Emily Dickinson (Dickinson), Sasha So (Heartbreak High),

(for an epic and very queer historical-fiction tv show watch MARY & GEORGE !!)

3. TRANSGENDER PEOPLE REPRESENTATION

-Elle Argent (Heartstopper), Anybodys (West Side Story 2021), Luna La (GossipGirlHBOMax), Chanel (Warrior Nun), Naomi (Heartstopper), Felix (Heartstopper), Amy (RWRB-Red, White & Royal Blue), Ash Romero (Pretty Little Liars:Original Sin),

4. Non-Binary/Genderqueer/ (they/them) Representation

-Darren Rivers (Heartbreak High), Addison (Never Have I Ever), Klaus Hargreeves (The Umbrella Academy), Jordan Li (Gen V), (we seriously lack the representation in popular and mostly-watched shows and movies for teenagers and young adults here tho),

5. ASTHMA REPRESENTATION

-I don’t see this represented enough in TV or Movies for Young Adults, nor Kids.

5b. DISABLED CHARACTERS REPRESENTATION:

Kaz Brekker & Jesper Fahey & Wylan Van Eck, Genya Safin(Shadow And Bone) , Rebecca Hall-Yoshida (Never Have I Ever) +MORE BELOW(and above in this entire post♥):

6. EPILEPSY REPRESENTATION

Nathan Walter (My Life with The Walter Boys),

6b. DIABETES REPRESENTATION

Cassie Salazar (Purple Hearts), Abby Brown (OTH-One Tree Hill), (still not enough tho, if it’s done, it is so often shown WRONG..)

7. ADHD REPRESENTATION

Jesper Fahey (Shadow And Bone), Percy Jackson + other Demigods (Percy Jackson and the Olympians), Alex Claremont Diaz (RWRB-Red, White & Royal Blue), Anne Shirley (Anne Of Green Gables 80s movies), Neal Caffrey(White Collar), Stiles (Teen Wolf), Jesus (The Fosters), Sara Eriksson (Young Royals),

7b. AUTISM REPRESENTATION

Sam Gardner (Atypical), James McEwan (Heartstopper), Wylan Hendriks/Van Eck (Shadow And Bone), Amanda (Change Of Habit 1969), Oskar Schell (Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close), Sara Eriksson (Young Royals), Quinni Gallagher-Jones (Heartbreak High),

8. DYSLEXIA/ DYSGRAPHIA REPRESENTATION

Wylan Hendriks/ Wylan Van Eck (Shadow and Bone), Percy Jackson (movies + tv show as well), Donna Martin (Beverly Hills 90210), CeCe Jones (Shake It Up), Evan Chapin (Atypical),

9. LATINX LEAD REPRESENTATION

Ava Silva (Warrior Nun) , Lissa Dragomir (Vampire Academy), Wednesday Addams (WednesdayNetflix), Santana Lopez (Glee), Ella Lopez (Lucifer), Pilar Salazar (Love, Victor), Maria (West Side Story2021), Cassie Salazar (Purple Hearts 2022), Alex Claremont-Diaz (RWRB-Red, White & Royal Blue), Jackie Howard (My Life with The Walter Boys), Noa Olivar (Pretty Little Liars:Original Sin),

10. BLACK PEOPLE AS THE LEAD REPRESENTATION

Ariel (TheLittleMermaid2023), Raven Baxter (That's So Raven), Cyborg (Teen Titans), Antwon Skills Taylor (OTH-One Tree Hill), Darius Bowman (JWCC- Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous), Calliope Burns (First Kill), Rose Hathaway (Vampire Academy), Starr Carter (The Hate U Give 2018), Mary (Warrior Nun), Simone Jackson (DaisyJonesAndTheSix), Annabeth Chase (Percy Jackson and the Olympians), Faran Bryant (Pretty Little Liars:Original Sin), Tabitha 'Tabby' Haworthe (Pretty Little Liars:Original Sin), Darren Rivers /they/them/ (Heartbreak High),

10b. INDIGENOUS PEOPLE REPRESENTATION

Malakai Mitchell (Heartbreak High), Missy Beckett (Heartbreak High), Reservation Dogs, Rez Ball (Netflix, out soon), Mohawk Girls,

11. ASIAN LEAD REPRESENTATION

Alina Starkov (Shadow And Bone), Mal Oretsev (Shadow and Bone), Tamar Kir-Bataar (Shadow And Bone), Tolya Yul-Bataar (Shadow And Bone), Lara Jean (To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before), Ellie Chu (The Half Of It 2020), Tao Xu (Heartstopper), Kitty Song-Covey (XO Kitty), Isabel (Bottoms 2023), Minnie 'Mouse' Honrada (Pretty Little Liars:Original Sin), Ash Romero (Pretty Little Liars:Original Sin), Sasha So (Heartbreak High), Jordan Li (Gen V),

(+desi women) Kate Sharma (Bridgerton), Devi Vishwakumar (Never Have I Ever), Inej Ghafa (Shadow And Bone), Zoya Nazyalensky (Shadow And Bone), Mohini "Mo" Banjaree (Lemonade Mouth 2011), Princess Jasmine (Aladdin 2019), Emma Morley (OneDayNetflix), Amerie Wadia (Heartbreak High),

12. THE MAIN CHARACTER WEARING GLASSES REPRESENTATION

Elle Argent (Heartstopper), Ellie Chu (The Half Of It), Emma Morley (OneDayNetflix), Velma Dinkley (Scooby Doo), Harry Potter

13. MUSLIM REPRESENTATION

Rahim (Love, Victor), Aneesa Qureshi (Never Have I Ever),

14. NARCISSISTIC/ABUSIVE PARENT REPRESENTATION

Nathan Scott + Lucas Scott (OTH-One Tree Hill), Wylan Hendriks/ Wylan Van Eck (Shadow And Bone), Pacey Witter (Dawson’s Creek), Chuck Bass (Gossip Girl), Kenji Kon (JWCC- Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous), Michael Guerin (Roswell90s/RoswellOG), Blair Waldorf (GossipGirl), Daisy Jones (DaisyJonesAndTheSix), Rose Hathaway (Vampire Academy) +Disney’s Tangled

15. VEGAN REPRESENTATION

Gar Logan/Beast Boy (DCTitans), (..like seriously we NEED more representation here..)

16. JEWISH PEOPLE REPRESENTATION

Seth Cohen (The O.C), David Gordon (Gordo) (Lizzie McGuire), Ben Gross (Never Have I Ever), Cyrus Rose (Gossip Girl), Max Wolfe (GossipGirlHBOMax), Danielle (Shiva Baby)

17. LOSS/ GRIEF REPRESENTATION

OTH-One Tree Hill/ Roswell90s/RoswellOG / ShadowAndBone / Never Have I Ever/ OneDay(Movie+TV show) / Vampire Academy/ The Vampire Diaries + Legacies/ My Life with The Walter Boys/ Wild Cards / Young Royals/ Dickinson/ Pretty Little Liars:Original Sin/

18. WRITERS/AUTHORS REPRESENTATION

Anne Shirley (Anne Of Green Gables 80s movies), Lucas Scott (OTH-One Tree Hill), Wednesday Addams (WednesdayNetflix), Emma Morley (OneDayNetflix), Dan Humphrey (Gossip Girl), Joey Potter (Dawson’s Creek), Ezra Fitz (Pretty Little Liars), Cairo Sweet (Miller’s Girl), Emily Dickinson (Dickinson),

19. FRIENDSHIP/ FOUND-FAMILY REPRESENTATION

OTH-One Tree Hill + Roswell90s/RoswellOG + Shadow And Bone + JWCC-Jurassic World Camp Cretaceous + Heartstopper + Love, Victor + Teen Titans (OG) + Scooby Doo + DaisyJonesAndTheSix + Lemonade Mouth 2011 + Bottoms 2023 + Willow(2022-2023) + My Life with The Walter Boys + Charlie’s Angels 2019 + Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Pretty Little Liars:Original Sin, Heartbreak High,

20. FOSTER KIDS/ KIDS WITHOUT A PARENT FIGURE/OR STRUGGLING TO FIND ONE/ ORPHANS/ ADOPTED/

Landon Kirby (TO-Legacies), Anya/Anastasia(1997), Michael Guerin(RoswellOG/Roswell90s), Carter Stevens/Carter Wilson (Finding Carter), Anne Shirley(AnneOfGreenGables 80s movies), Callie Jacob(The Fosters), Sam Walker (OTH-One Tree Hill), Peyton Sawyer(OTH-One Tree Hill), Christian Ozera(Vampire Academy),Lissa Dragomir(Vampire Academy), Hope Mikaelson(TO-Legacies),Gar Logan(DCTitans),Nick(No Good Nick),

21. JAPANESE REPRESENTATION

Kenji Kon (JWCC-Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous), Gar Logan (DCTitans), Paxton Hall-Yoshida (Never Have I Ever), Jo (Running for Grace2018), Hiro + Tadashi Hamada (Bix Hero6), Stella Yamada (Lemonade Mouth 2011),

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