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mysoullanguage · 2 years

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#0008 astrology’s love-liest placements

neptune in 7h — natives have a hard time being pinned down because their image of love rarely reflects the reality of it. these people image love as something much more magical than it is. they are hopeless romantics by nature who want to experience love as something profound, romantic, yet light-hearted. they look for the ultimate experience of love: something that satisfies their soft heart; something that isn’t harsh, or a love that isn’t cold, but very easy-flowing and non-demanding. these people also day dream a lot. & when they realise love is harder than it is, they tend to run away.

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moon/venus conj. or trine — very softhearted and gentle. they feel love on a deeply emotional level and feel emotional tenderness much easier than others. they seek to nurture and take care of others. they feel as though they need to be loved or be in a relationship to be happy. they enjoy being in love because they get to express their gooey feelings and to finally live the dream of being someone’s lover. they want to intertwine their psyche with feelings to breed a love that is light-hearted but very psychic. they want to connect with someone on a mental plane as well as physical.

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venus dominant or moon in taurus/libra — love is a pure aesthetic to them. romantic and sensual, they feel love on a mental, emotional, and physical plane. there is a yearning towards physical affection and hearty tendering. with taurus is a deep need to worship the body and pamper it. with libra is vanity that needs validation, attention, and affection. a venus dominant person will see love (+ life in general) through a rosy lens rather than reality. they often avoid the hard truths of relationships and prefer something that is superficial and purely fun

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7h stellium — this is a hopeless romantic placement in which the person’s identity may revolve around love or romance. they may have many interests or many suitors to them. they typically chase relationships but have high standards as to how love should look like. sexual and flirty in nature, they daydream about love often and constantly yearn for “the perfect one” while also being unapproachable because of their tendency to run from commitment. they may be codependent on others. being alone is almost like a punishment for them. they romanticise simple things in life

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pisces stellium — very soft-hearted nature with plenty of innocence to it. these people may be very creative and romantic in nature but may ruin romantic chances for themselves by having unattainable standards. they embellish the idea of love with something that is overly perfect and whimsical. they don’t want to acknowledge that love has trials and tribulations and everyone suffers once in a while when in love. creative and expressive, they promise to bring drama and support into the relationship. they are devoutly loyal and promise their most when in a relationship.

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libra neptune — while this placement was last seen in the 1950s, natives who have this placement would have been artistic/creative. being someone who is driven by harmony, these people would have looked to relationships as something to deeply relate to. human relationships in which psychic feelings can be exchanged was sought by these people. whatever neptune touches, tends to distance it from the native; thus, the person would have sought relationships that were of a specific romantic calibre

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pluto conj. sun/venus/mars — natives may feel an undying yearning for love and sex. they feel everything on a level that is intense and spiritual. when in love, they are thoroughly obsessed. they are addicted to the feeling love can bring, are willing to do anything for love, are looking for any way to achieve it. there may be two extremes in which the person will demand passion and love in their life and will do anything to achieve it; while the other, is where the person is deeply in love and passionate, and progresses through the feeling of love for growth, rather than drowning to it and letting it consume them. sex will be experienced on an intensely soulful level but they may struggle to “get enough, just enough” from it. so, they tend to overindulge in sex and love.

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neptune/moon/venus conj. or trine — probably the most hopeless romantic placement you could achieve as this placement intertwines delusion with indulgence and feelings. neptune distances what it touches so any rationality flies out the window with this placement. the person is very loving and utmostly caring, with the best heart to offer, but struggles having personal boundaries in relationships. they often imagine being a saviour to their partner as they want to provide for them emotionally and in other ways too. they want to mother their partner and they picture love as something flawless rather than something that can be flawless, if worked upon.

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libra/scorpio dc — loyalty and playfulness is brought to the table and the person offers their commitment to their lover. scorpio is sensitive and psychic in a relationship while libra is cooperative and treats the relationship like a team rather than something serious. they imagine a love that is (for scorpio) deeply transformative and everlasting and (for libra) reciprocal and light-hearted. they connect well with others and crave a physical connection with another person. they have a hard time being alone because they have too much feelings for their own good.

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venus in 5h — they typically have an allure that is playful, confident, seductive. they are sexual people with a magnetism strong and comforting. they are gentle people but still posses great stamina in bed. they idealise love excessively and are hopeless romantics. they imagine love in a fiery, passionate, perfect way; their image is typically a classic romance scene. they want to experience love that is light-hearted rather than something demanding and overly emotional. despite them yearning for a love deep and profound, they often struggle to keep themselves in relationships of this calibre because feelings are scary to them.

#astro observations #astro notes #astrology

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trollioscereal · 1 year

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pros n con for thisle auddie and verrah :3

THISLE

Pros: • Protection and Security. She cares a great deal for the safety of those she is seeing. They will be untouchable. Whether she hires bodyguards, gifts enchanted items, or her own presence protecting them. She will guarantee their safety and tear apart anyone who threatens that. • Commitment. Thisle takes her time when finding a quad and does not take filling one lightly. She takes it very seriously. While she can be quite a flirt and passes flattery around like free candy, once she finds her match, she's loyal for life. • Intense Lover. Thisle is a hunter at heart, sooo she is going to pursue her interest with passion and persistence. Her quads will rarely leave unsatisfied. • Endless gifts.

Cons: • Busy. Busy busy busy. She's got a lot of irons in the fire and needs a great deal of alone time, so getting one on one time with her may not be every day. She does her best, but its part of her lifestyle. • High Expectations. Since she has a reputation to uphold, she will have a sharp eye and tongue if she sees uncouth appearances or behavior. This can make her appear superficial and snobbish. She also expects her partners to keep up with her and give 100% to her or she'll think its a waste of her time.

• POSSESSIVE/OBSESSIVE. Selfishly wants to keep them to herself and gets heated if her relationship is challenged/threatened. • Violence. This can go either pro or con because a lethal troll is an attractive one. Thisle has the appearance of a lady, but she is not above doing business herself within her "connections". Coming home bloody (not hers lmao) will be more often than one would think. The life she lives and has created for herself is not up for debate or compromise.

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AUDDIE

PROS: • Sincerity. Auddie is an honest troll. She takes other's feelings seriously and would never attempt to hurt them. If you ask for her opinion, she will give the most honest answer. Key phrase: if YOU ask HER • Friend... ship? The nicest part of dating Auddie I guess would be a great friendship base, which is kind of where she prioritizes how she handles her quads... she's not exactly the romantic type, but she will be there for you (conditionally) and cares very deeply. It might seem like its a glorified friend position but there is a difference to her.

• Funny. Auddie (imo) is a very witty troll and likes to make others laugh. They're going to provide interesting conversation, often thought provoking or entertaining. • Mellow. Even if things get sour, she's not the type to burst into flames of fury when something doesn't go her way. in fact, she rarely gets angry. She is accepting, embracing even, to changes and understanding of to troll nature. CONS • Emotionless. It's not that Auddie doesn't develop feelings, but they feel lackluster compared to how she thinks it should be... she will come off as nonchalant, insincere, and indifferent to her partner's attempts to connect on an emotional level, while also acknowledging it is not fair to them because she knows its a problem. Oi.

• Flaky. Forgets to answer calls or texts for days. Cancels plans last minute or doesn't make any promises. She is not going to prioritize her partners and it will be jarringly apparent.

• Tired. Auddie is not the outgoing, social type. She will only go to kick backs and the occasional rager when she wants to get fucked up (toxic), but for the most part she stays put to be lazy at home.Do not expect her to want to go take a hike or do a zumba class or whatever the fuck.

#thisle things #ask #oneirictrolls #ill answer verrah in another ask!!#auddie things

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buzzcharacters · 3 months

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Skinkthorn - Bones Like Bare Roots

Male (he/him) - 27 Moons - Bisexual - Single

Large and inexpressive, Skinkthorn cuts an intimidating figure no matter what way you look at him. His tone is always serious bordering on unamused, and the scars that adorn his pelt (for which he gives little to no explanation) only serve to show how many fights he has been in, and how many he has won. He's cold and quiet, more an observer than a participant, though those in charge might notice that he easily complies with rules and directives given to him. That said - if he's in a situation where he has to work with his brother, Quailfang, then all bets are off. And for some reason, whenever he looks at Crowsong, that frown of his only seems to deepen.

Personality (Updated April 20, 2021):

Quiet ; cold ; dedicated ; resolved ; intense ; driven ; easily manipulated ; combat oriented ; loyal to the warrior code ; skeptical

Above all else, Skinkthorn is a cat of few words. If in a situation where he can allow actions to speak for him, he will almost always take it - and if he cannot, he speaks only as much as is necessary to get his point across. Having grown up next to the ever-chatty Quailfang, he finds needless chatter annoying and counterproductive. Because of this, he often comes across as cold, even if that's not really his intention. Not that he disputes any of these rumours - it's just he doesn't really mean to let the fact that he doesn't really care for something show, he's just not very good at hiding it.

All of Skinkthorn's drive comes from his desire to be the perfect warrior. How else is he going to make sure his parents see and are proud of him? Because of this, he is excellent at following orders, and the idea to go against the leader is never one to cross his mind. Even if it is as simple as being a member of a hunting patrol - he does not question directives given to him. Skinkthorn is hellbent on completing objectives and tasks as efficiently and effectively as possible - even if it means getting his paws a little dirty. This sometimes leads to him being a bit too intense and driven, and he will not show empathy or mercy to an enemy (or an obstacle) unless directly told to.

Though he doesn't lack the ability to think for himself, Skinkthorn much prefers to be a follower than a leader. He doesn't want to have the responsibilities of others on his paws, and is completely fine with letting others (even Quailfang) take the lead. However, his drive to be the perfect warrior can make him an easy target for manipulation, as if he feels something will improve his chances of meeting his desired outcome, he will unhesitatingly take it.

It's very clear that most of Skinkthorn's talents are in the combative side of the warrior lifestyle. He's a force to be reckoned with when he has a cause to fight to protect, and does so with a cold sort of indifference and efficiency. "When a true warrior is told to fight, he fights. He does not question why, and he does not mourn the fallen" - these are the words that Skinkthorn lives by. He cuts an imposing figure on his own, but even more so when fighting alongside Quailfang. Despite how rarely the two seem to get along, their competitive nature encourages them to fight harder when the other is in the picture - though Skinkthorn clearly favours brute force over his brother's sometimes more clever and yet less honourable tactics.

Thankfully, he is a loyal follower of the Warrior Code for the most part, trusting the wisdom of the cats who created it. There are a few things he can be pushed on, like anyone, but generally he sticks pretty close to it. His outlook of StarClan, however, is that while they may exist, and they may watch over the Clans as they are, they are not an all-powerful being. He acknowledges that they are to be respected, but he certainly does not fear them.

If asked, Skinkthorn will claim he fears nothing.

Now that Skinkthorn is without the law of the warrior code holding him in the eyes of StarClan, however, who knows what he’ll do to accomplish his goals.

Family:

Father - Seraph (he/him) - Formerly Crowsong - Court Member Uncle: Paleheart (he/him) - Deceased Uncle: Dovecall (he/him) - Status Unknown Father - Copperstar (he/him) - Status unknown

Littermate - Quailfang (he/him) - Court Member Older Half Sister - Lavenderheart (she/her) - Court Member Older Half Sister - Trufflefox (she/her) - Court Member Younger Half Brother - Banjo (he/him) - Court Member Younger Half Sister - Kazooie (she/her) - Court Member

Timeline (updated April 20 2021):

0 MOONS: Born to Crowsong and Copperfox in BreezeClan.

1 MOON: Copperfox replaces Harestar as leader and chooses Crowsong as his deputy. Skink-kit and Quailkit are given to a queen to raise so both parents can perform their duties.

1 MOON: Knowing who their parents are but receiving attention from neither, Quailkit and Skink-kit started competing with each other for their parents’ attention.

2 MOONS: Skink-kit begins to detest Quailkit and his over-the-top theatrics that he uses to garner attention, viewing it as inferior and fake. Skink-kit instead starts to work on his ‘warrior skills’ in an effort to make his parents proud.

6 MOONS: Apprenticed to Armadilloclaw.

6 MOONS: Armadilloclaw quickly notices the pre-existing rivalry between Skinkpaw and Quailpaw. She proposes an idea to Quailpaw's mentor - use that rivalry to make the two apprentices work harder.

7 MOONS: Skinkpaw enjoys Armadilloclaw's easy won praise, but it's not the praise that he wants. He still thrives for the attention and approval from his parents.

8 MOONS: Skinkpaw throws himself into his training, though Quailpaw proves to be an obstacle to his parents' attention. He notices Armadilloclaw hanging around Quailpaw's mentor and sees it as an act of betrayal. He loses faith and trust in his mentor, though still follows her directions to the letter.

8 MOONS: Skinkpaw and Quailpaw seem to have joint training sessions all the time. While Skinkpaw can respect his work ethic, he loathes being around him.

8 MOONS: However, Skinkpaw and Quailpaw seem to thrive and excel when training with each other, so the dual training sessions keep up and only stoke the burning fire the two have toward each other.

10 MOONS: Skinkpaw and Quailpaw go too far during a training session and end up having to be broken apart by their mentors, both panting and bloody. They are punished by being confined to opposite shifts of elder duties and have their warrior names delayed by one moon. The joint training sessions stop.

11 MOONS: Crowsong attacks Copperstar seemingly from nowhere and takes one of his lives. However, Copperstar revives and takes Crowsong’s eye as repayment before he is exiled, Copperstar unable or unwilling to kill him. Skinkpaw simply watches coldly as one of his fathers dies, and the other is exiled. Well, one less cat to try and garner the attention of.

12 MOONS: It is revealed that Crowsong is now leader of ShadeClan - however BreezeClan was sworn to silence by Copperstar, unwilling to admit what had happened. Skinkpaw only hears about it second hand, as he and Quailpaw are banned from gatherings. Privately, he wonders what this means for their dysfunctional family.

13 MOONS: Skinkpaw becomes Skinkthorn alongside Quailpaw (Quailfang).

15 MOONS: For the first time since midway through their apprenticeship, Skinkthorn and Quailfang are together without supervision. It starts off well enough, with Quailfang suggesting a 'friendly' competition to see who can bring back the most fresh-kill before sunhigh. However, when Quailfang loses and Skinkthorn acts like a sore winner, a fight breaks out leaving them both injured and with thorns sticking out of their rears. Skinkthorn wins the fight, but neither are in good shape on their walk back to camp.

15 MOONS: Skinkthorn and Quailfang are scolded by both Copperstar and the medicine cat for their childish actions.

20 MOONS: Given his first apprentice, Pebblepaw, as a last chance to show that he can be a good and respectable warrior. Quailfang is given an apprentice as well.

21 MOONS: Is too hard on Pebblepaw right from the start - Skinkthorn is more concerned about which of them (between him and Quailfang) is the better mentor. He starts competing with his brother over this question.

23 MOONS: Skinkthorn and Quailfang take their apprentices on a three day retreat away from camp. It ends in a disaster with the patrol getting caught off-guard because Skinkthorn and Quailfang were too concerned with each other, and the apprentices end up getting seriously injured.

23 MOONS: When they return to camp, Copperstar is furious and exiles them, stating that they had been on their last chance. They are promptly exiled for being unable to exist in a Clan environment.

27 MOONS: Arrive at the Court (Current)

Feats

Carved From Cold Stone (Passive): Skinkthorn cuts an intimidating figure to say the absolute least. Just his very being strikes fear into the heart of others. For this, he receives a +6 to Intimidation checks on Expeditions.

Victor, Victor (Active): Skinkthorn is the stronger brother, the one who can see the task through to the very end. When this feat is activated, he can add the amount of damage he took last turn into his next attack-- regardless of if it hits.This is meant for combat, but can be negotiated with Expedition Master to use outside of it. This can be used once per Expedition.

Feats are character abilities unique to Bones Like Bare Roots. The passive feat influences the characters stat, while the active feat is something you can activate once or twice per in character event. Feats are written by Koby, RP runner and creator of Bones Like Bare Roots.

Extras:

Full history can be found here.

Originally created January/February of 2021

Timeline & Personality need a revamp (last done in April 2021)

Other Iterations:

Lies in the Low

Hybrids AU

#skinkthorn #b #warrior cats oc

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jaykayblr · 3 years

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— ENHYPEN IDEAL TYPES ;

– HEESUNG ;

Venus in virgo

First of all, he is very loyal and devoted.

He desires someone who is natural, simple, kind and modest.

He wants commitment in a relationship.

For him, relationships are more than just a romantic relation.

For him, work is as important as love so he will pay equal time and attention to both

He is not the type to jump into a relationship immediately because he needs time to observe and analyze everything.

He needs order in his life so he needs someone who is as organized as him.

He is a perfectionist and needs everything to be up to the mark and just perfect.

He can be very insecure and can find faults in you so be patient with him.

– JAY ;

Venus in taurus

In a relationship he values loyalty and devotion before anything else.

Flirty, pretty simple in tastes, and very affectionate, he wants a long-standing and deep relationship, one that will evolve into a full-fledged marriage preferably.

He might be a materialist, just because he likes to be spoiled and to fulfill his desires.

He will prefer their partners to be calm, patient, with principles stemming from traditional places.

He is very observant and patient when it comes to love and romance

He’s very calm and takes it slow because he wants to be sure that he’s not going to waste his time or get hurt.

He likes to set his own pace, build the bond in time through experiences, mutual trust, and understanding.

Stability is all he wants, and he’s prepared to wait a lot to gain it.

He likes it simple and to the point.

A good looking person who knows how to take care of themselves is his type.

Steady minded and down to earth people attract him.

– JAKE AND SUNGHOON ;

Venus in scorpio

He desires someone whom he can be proud of.

He is willful and determined and does nothing half-way

Only if he finds someone to be worthy, he will dedicate his time towards them.

He’s fiery, volcanic, enthusiastic, extremely loyal, and has a tendency to assert his control everywhere he goes.

He’s honest to a fault and doesn’t have any prior thoughts before committing and sharing his life with his partner.

He does tend to become too involved in his partner’s life, probing their secrets at every step of the way, wanting to find the mysteries that lie within.

He prefers people who are resolute, intense, and passionate about what they do

He takes some time to get to know his partner, seeing how they approach challenges, their outlook on life, but once he decides to commit, rarely does he ever regret his decision.

If he gives his all to a relationship, puts forth incredible efforts to build a stable and secure situation for them both, he expects the same from his partner.

He can be possessive to a fault. Afterall we are talking about a Scorpio placement.

– SUNWOO ;

Venus in gemini

He likes people who can intrigue him on an intellectual level.

Those who know how to speak, how to form interesting phrases, who know exactly what it is they’re debating, those who are curious, studious, intelligent.

He’s more into enthusiastic, playful and smart people, the ones that can whip up a fresh subject just when the previous one has started to get boring.

He likes his freedom and independence too much to ever give it up, so don’t even think about becoming possessive.

He might appear as super funny, charismatic, and the smartest guy in the room who can speak about anything, but no matter what sort of relationship you have with him, he’s still going to have his secrets, the parts that no one gets to see.

Romantically, he wants his actions and feelings to be appreciated, to be acknowledged, to see that he’s doing the right things.

As for his partner, he wants them to have their own life, to do their own things without depending on his approval or constant support.

This guy loves people who can hold their own in a debate without resorting to fallacious arguments, and if they notice logical errors in others’ arguments, that would be even better.

He would like his partner to be multifaceted, someone who tries a lot of things just for the

– JUNGWON ;

Venus in aries

When he falls in love, he expects the target to fight for their independence, to struggle against his advances, to not give up easily.

He wants his partner to be independent, to have their own plans, and not depend on him for living their life.

He is attracted by a direct, straightforward and confident person who isn’t afraid to say what they want, to express their feelings, and to grab a hold of their potential.

Lively, outgoing, energetic, and very intense, this is what he wants from his ideal person.

It would be good if they practiced sports or if they had a very healthy lifestyle in general.

This means that they care about their own looks and general wellbeing and that they are not lazy.

What’s more, he wouldn’t mind even if they were to take the lead in the relationship, as long as they make the right decision.

He enjoys having a strong person at his side, and you would do better to show that to him.

There is only one life, and you have to live it fully.

He appreciates a straightforward and honest partner who doesn’t beat around the bush..

– NI-KI ;

Venus in capricorn

He has a very pragmatic approach towards romance.

He looks for partners who are serious about being in a relationship with him.

Mutual understanding and reliability are one of the most important traits of his ideal relationship.

He desires someone who is supportive, understanding, ambitious and persevering.

He desires someone who exudes the same earthy aura as him.

He desires someone strong, successful and ambitious.

He has a hidden, passionate side which he will only reveal to you after you have gained his trust.

He attracts the person of his desire by appearing mature and in control.

He is attracted to people who are older or more mature

He is attracted to strong, “executive” type people and his mate must be competent and responsible.

[ Requested by anon ]

Note : This post is completely based on astrology. I didn't know the group very well so I took the help of astrology for this.

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rosesastrology · 4 years

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THE MOON SIGNS

In astrology, your moon sign represents your emotional nature, habits, reactions, wants and needs. The way your moon sign manifests will differ because of the house it's in and any applying aspects to the moon. If you don't relate to the description, that can be why. The whole chart should be taken into account, nonetheless if listed things I’ve seen commonly represented by these Moon signs!

Click here for part 2 (Libra - Pisces)

— By @rosesastrology on Tumblr.

Aries Moon

Very emotional, but may choose to show another exterior (Sun/rising).

Usually grows more mature as time passes, but keeps their intense emotions and occasional childlike energy. They often want to do things on their own, without help. Even when they're growing up, they're quite independent.

Anger is explosive but often short-lived, although they can be the type to want revenge and hold a grudge- the actual anger doesn't last long. It comes up in waves. They can be quite nasty during that short time though, often saying things they don't actually mean just because they're in the heat of the moment.

They have waves of sudden inspiration and deep passion, but also of nostalgia and deep sadness. Their mood can change quite quickly.

Often, these people will be inclined to do some sort of physical activity because they want to see the best version of themselves and vent those intense emotions. This can also manifest in a fast-paced, busy lifestyle or just a brisk walking pace.

Their careers are often a form of self-expression.

They tend to go with whatever feels right in the moment, which can make them quite impulsive.

Their humour is quite childlike. They also tend to get embarrassed quickly (but they'll say embarrassing things all the same).

Tend to start working at a young age, or do something else that you’d usually expect from an older person.

They have a big sense of pride and ego, which can make it almost impossible for them to ask for help. The way to comfort them is often just by listening to them. Talking is not needed, unless you're reflecting back what they said. They enjoy feeling heard. They don't want you to make it better, they want to be heard.

They want to be recognized and acknowledged. They enjoy helping, even if it's just for them to feel better. They stand up for themselves, they will defend their emotions. They refuse to get crushed. In the same sense, this will make them help the underdogs.

Often, they have a sense of empathy but only if the mood is apparent. They can become very ticked off or confused by things like passive aggression. It can be difficult for them to put themselves in someone else's shoes, unless the other person reminds them of it. Then they will be more than glad to help. Direct communication and reflection books the most results with them.

They have a tendency to only help if you ask them directly.

They're quick to jump into things and tend to have strong opinions (feelings) even if they don't show them outwardly. Most do show them outwardly and can seem temperamental.

They tend not to have a filter and can seem quite savage, often immediately saying what's on their mind (whether good or bad). This is not to say that they can't control themselves, though.

Tend to feel impatient.

Are actually very undiplomatic.

They go through fire for those they're close to, and won't hesitate to sacrifice themselves. They tend to want to be someone's saviour or hero. This can come forward in their career, too.

They always want to keep moving. They want to make progress and continue. This is why letting go is often not the easiest for them, especially if they have a prevalence of air and earth in their natal chart.

Later in their life, they can be very autonomous and great leaders.

They can almost seem to be drunk on their own self and pride but in reality they’re just confident.

Thoughts tend to be superficial, thinking about practicalities or beauty unless other topics are stimulated.

Can be insecure, especially early in life.

Good at performing. Often their talents lie here.

They don’t necessarily struggle with letting go, but with loss itself.

They’re do-ers.

Persistent to reach goals. Very motivated.

Taurus Moon

Often, these people are artistic or at least have an appreciation for the arts.

They often enjoy cooking, if not they will enjoy eating. They have a very peculiar taste and opinion about how food should be. Often it's not too complex, and they tend to order the same thing at restaurants. They enjoy those types of routines, even if they like variety in their daily life.

They can come across as soft-spoken, sheltered people who enjoy staying in.

They tend to fixate on the past, or at least do a lot of reflection. Reflecting is their source of motivation.

Sacrifice breaks them apart. It's one of the things that will truly, truly touch them.

They just have a general sense of maturity and kindness, even if they have a childlike humour (depending on their placements), they will always have a sense of reliability and resilience.

They always strive for greater heights and can be hard on their past self, often linking their worth to their skill.

It's hard for them to shake off their emotions.

Not as materialistic as everyone makes them seem. Most Taurus Moons I know are actually the crash and burn type of people and have no attachment to their materials. Comfort goes above anything for them, they don't need much- they just need the right things. They tend to have strong opinions about that.

They always seek to understand their partners, even if it's in a situation where they didn't do anything wrong.

Can seem distant or hard to reach.

They're very sentimental and nostalgic.

Tend to have a pleasant voice.

They can have a very hard time letting things, people or experiences go.

They're very hard to convince.

They have a lot of emotional strength and resilience. They're always growth-orientated.

Escapism can be an issue because of their emotional need for comfort. However, this tends to lessen eventually.

They have a great love for nature. Animals, plants, space, people- they love all these things. They are fascinated by things that are bigger than them, the whole picture. That's why nature and space fit so well with them.

They tend to be mature and laid-back in relationships- some will find this boring but it actually gives a sense of home and comfort that you won't find anywhere else. Compromise is key.

They tend to believe that humanity as a whole can improve. They want to make the world a better place in a tangible way. This is why they're the type to donate to direct charities- they're generous and love seeing a form of tangible improvement. Tangible good.

Extremely loyal.

Direct in communication, often they talk about their past. Past experiences and nostalgia stand central in their emotions. They focus on growth.

If someone says they can’t do something, they will go out of their way to do it just to prove the other person wrong.

Self-sufficient. Good at handling criticism.

They can actually be quite moody.

They often talk about their past.

Grounded but they tend to want to know reasons. This includes reasons for their feelings.

Gemini Moon

Emotions and actions are rationalized.

They think before they talk (although they can snap).

They can be more unruly with their emotion when they're young, as well as when they're very stressed or feel as though their conclusions contradict one another.

Their intelligence is admiring, even when it's not traditional.

Tend to be apolitical because they see it as a promotion show rather than an exchange of ideas.

They find education/their work very important and prioritize this above their health.

They often follow traditions when it comes to the educational path, but tend to be more extravagant when it comes to creativity and self-expression.

They often enjoy reading one way or another, whether it's literature, poetry or manga or visual novels doesn't matter.

Very communication-orientated.

They tend to know a lot of psychological facts and tricks, which they use for self-betterment but also on others.

Confidence comes and goes as it pleases.

Doesn't do well with contradictions, especially if it's a contradiction about their own issues. They need reasons and conclusions to fix the issue, even if it's about emotions. This is both a blessing- they are focused on fixing the issue to grow, and a curse- they rarely ever go with the flow or go with what they truly desire.

Strong opinions that they love to discuss. They're not necessarily the type to start the discussion, but they will engage.

They’re extremely curious about a wide variety of topics.

Everything is based on their logic, so if it's faulty they feel like a failure.

Tend to be uncomfortable with risks and change, although they enjoy variety.

They're planners, they're generally not spontaneous.

They have a lot of different sides that they show to different people, it's like their personality has archetypes- but it's still all them.

They tend to know a lot of random facts.

Often enjoy mental stimuli in the form of media, movies, videos, video games, reading, studying, etc.

Quick-witted yet scatter-brained, they tend to confuse themselves.

Not the most organized people, even though they're planners, it doesn't directly correlate to their surroundings.

If they can't find a viable solution they can end up feeling as though they're crazy.

Inventive although they'd never call themselves that.

Can be the tough love type of people, which doesn't work well with everyone.

Because they're so good at analysing and articulating their emotions, they give good advice.

Flighty.

Will close themselves off if they're hurt.

Has a need to find comfort within their daily commute, whether that's through family, friends or a cafe doesn't matter.

They are connected to the sky- the intelligent yet structured patterns of life give them their smarts. Their intelligence is practical and physical, whereas Sagittarius' intelligence is surrounded around the higher conscience, Gemini revolves around earthly concepts.

The house where the Moon resides often shows what the individual struggles with but will eventually grow immensely through.

They tend to understand themselves better if they write down, or say their conclusions- even if they are very obvious.

They don't want to be controlled by their emotions, but it doesn't mean they don't honour them.

They tend to analyse everyone and enjoy being able to openly talk to someone about that. There is an inherent need to understand everything.

Sensitivity for the abstract.

Defensive over their opinions.

It's hard for them to just feel emotions and be in the moment or go with the flow.

Cancer Moon

Actually very secretive about their emotions, especially towards strangers and people they're not close with.

Changes their personality to fit with the people around them, even if that mans compensating low confidence for seemingly high confidence. Although they do this, they don’t see those friends as true friends, they know it’s fake and see through that.

Will act nice if they want something from you, like buying something for you or straight-up begging.

Family-orientated even if they don’t seem like it. Family means a lot to them. If their home is unstable they’ll be more likely to stay away from their homes, trying to find love and company elsewhere. Nonetheless, the situations hurt them deeply on the inside.

Can be quite moody.

They have a very nurturing and caring side but they won’t show it if they don’t have a connection, in fact they can seem very detached to strangers.

This supposed detachment is solely because they seek to protect themselves.

If they’re not convinced about your intentions or can’t gauge you, they’ll put up a front or wall. This can lead them to ignore people, even if they actually like them. Another reason is because they don’t want to disrupt someone’s life with.. their presence or the depth of their emotions.

They can play push and pull, like how the moon pulls on the ocean.

They go with the flow and the moment which is one of their best skills.

They believe what they believe, they trust their feelings and intuition. This makes it easier for them to understand things on a deeper level, rather than a superficial one. They can persevere very well through hardships because of this too.

They have great memory.

Tend to be very

They apologise for everything.

Tendency towards introversion, they actually prefer quieter places but when they’re younger this is not always apparent because they want to fit in.

Criticism tends to hurt them because they feel like they know best, criticism seems to devalue them in their eyes.

They don’t have a lot of true friends often. Even those who are very popular only see few of their friends as true friends they can count on.

They get antsy when they have to open up because they feel so deeply, they’re often misunderstood.

They’re very responsive to their environment.

Very proctective and defensive (on guard) about their emotions. You may notice they’re upset but they won’t vent. They’re emotionally quite mysterious (outwardly).

If they don’t like you or something you said, you will notice it.

Deep down they’re very emotional.

They often become more family-orientated after having children themselves.

They’re not weak, whatsoever. Mentally, they’re some of the strongest people I know.

They use their emotional resilience to their advantage.

Need a lot of validation and reassurance to truly feel self-sufficient.

Their anger is like a wave and it lasts longer than you’d expect it to. It takes a lot to push them past their limit, but watch out if you do.

Sensitive to outward stimuli such as bright lights or bright noises.

Often attracted to water or the sea in some way.

Can become very selfish when they’re in a bad mental space.

In time, they find their true emotions to be deep and more human than most, in a way. They can deal with these emotions, which is what makes them so resilient.

Can actually accept and feel their feelings without having to understand them which is very admirable. They can just be and feel.

They feel everything on a deeper level, which is why they can also manifest deep happiness into their life.

Leo Moon

They’re very creative and tend to be talented at many things.

Often, they’re good at acting or doing impressions.

Performing is one of their vocal points, whether it’s through music, acting, sports, or their individual talent doesn’t matter.

They can be very insecure and feel as though they don’t matter, aren’t good enough, aren’t pretty enough, etc. In fact, superficial (physical) inscecurity is a real issue with them.

They’ll only be outward (performing, being in the spotlight) when they’re confident. If they’re insecure, it’ll be quite the opposite. They’ll still enjoy attention, but in lesser doses and often with less people.

They’re very empathetic.

They’re generous, giving to others makes them feel better as well (whereas Taurus moons do it to leave something good behind that’s tangible).

Enjoy sharing their forms of self-expression with others.

They can be extremely motivated and persistent to achieve their goals. “Someone has to do it, so why not you?” because of this attitude, they can achieve great things.

Very endearing because they’re so childlike, they’re just so lovable yet bratty.

Validation makes them thrive harder and insults tend to wear them down. They often expect validation, and forget to give it back at times but not out of malicious intent- just out of cluelessness.

Can be a bit dramatic and vain.

They’ll throw a tantrum and then pout and honestly you can’t deny their apologies.

Have an aura of warmth and genuineness. Their warmth just spreads happiness and it’s magical.

Bad at handling criticism, even if it’s constructive it still tends to hurt their feelings. It makes them feel like they’re failures, often because they take things very personally.

Sensitive.

Can be passive-aggressive but won’t admit it.

Can be arrogant but in a way it’s endearing because they’re so forgiving and generous.

Enjoys looking nice physically.

Often, they’re hopeless romantics.

Hard to stay mad at because they’re very charming.

Can be very cruel when they’re angry.

They feel very powerful a lot, you’ll hear them say “How dare you?!” quite a bit.

Doesn’t and cannot hold back if something pisses them off. Very feisty.

Often they have a lot of friends despite their insecurities.

Very energetic and passionate.

They’re like an adult child. They carry all that childlike charm and wit with them. They’re so endearing and kind, yet just as sensitive. This is not to mean that they can’t be mature and serious, because they can and if you treat them like a child then they’ll likely say you’re infantializing them.

The unfortunate sides of the ego can take over when they’re upset. They tend to be straightforward, yet they want to people-please as well. When their ego takes over, they can be annoyed very easily.

They’re impatient for results, better things, people, etc. Practicing patience can help calm their ego.

Rich imagination.

They tend to get annoyed easily, but with the right people they’re annoyed very rarely.

They get especially angry if they feel the action was personal and purposeful.

Virgo Moon

High standards, especially when it comes to themselves.

Extremely sceptical of everything and everyone. They can have big trust issues.

Sensitive to outward stimuli such as people’s energies.

Destructive perfectionism and anxiety is common here.

They’re not emotionless but it’s very difficult for them to express emotions outwardly because they can’t understand them. Since they can’t understand it, it’s difficult for them to articulate those emotions without getting stuck. As such, they tend to repress their true emotions and sometimes motives.

Pets and kids tend to love them.

They’re extremely attentive to every flaw, regardless of if it’s truly a flaw or not.

A big pro of Virgo Moons is their power to pick up on any flaw or difficulty and change it or themselves. As such, they can work on themselves more easily. They’re always changing, growing and striving for the best version of themselves. That’s the true power of Virgo Moons.

They’re very critical, and judge themselves a lot.

Because they’re so analytical, they can pick up on cues, signs and little things other people won’t notice. This serves them greatly in their quest to be useful.

They want to serve or at least help others in one way or another because it makes them feel useful and fulfilled. Even if they’re leaders or performers, in their head they’re working for the purpose or future of someone else. If they’re bosses, they’ll still feel as though they’re working for their employees or family. Performers with this placement tend to feel as though they work for their fans.

They’re intelligent and seek intellectual stimulation through material things like fitness, health and work.

They live from day-to-day, hence why it’s important for them to feel useful in their work.

They naturally give of a reclusive energy. This is partly because they have a tendency to feel that they are better than someone else because they did something better or in a neater matter.

They’re generally mature at a young age and were forced to go and grow through many difficulties.

They feel like they have to control their emotions, or at least something or someone. Whether it’s health, a relationship, education or something else.

It’s hard for them to let loose completely, unless they have a fire sun sign.

Extremely dependable in crises.

They have a very dry, sarcastic and dark sense of humour that doesn’t work with everyone. They can overcompensate humour to feel more liked.

They’re always focused on their health and weight.

Actually very neat and generally organised.

Can be very on guard about their emotions.

Rather than rational, I’d describe them as reasonable. There’s a reason behind all their actions, and they seek reason behind actions of others.

They make boundaries for themselves, but at the same time they have a tendency to limit themselves.

They seek to always be useful and needed; to be auto-sufficient.

They seek for functionality and practical efficiency.

Methodical.

Have very soft skin.

They follow routines and systems as well as having a tendency to follow routine, they tend not to believe or follow the “impossible”.

They let their skill and work do the talking, whereas Gemini Moons tend to talk a lot about their skills and intellect.

Incredibly self-aware.

They don’t want to make their internal struggle seem apparent on the outside. They express their emotions in private, and seek to control them for the sake of their image.

They don’t want to repress their emotions but at the same time they don’t want to make it a big deal. They want remain “strong” and “under control” because otherwise they feel vulnerable, which makes them uncomfortable.

They spend a lot of time analysing other people’s emotions.

They often spiral into self-criticism because they find their emotions irrational.

Sensitive to scents and outward stimuli.

They make to-do lists when they’re stressed.

They often feel as though their emotions are a burden to others.

They feel distressed and lost when they can’t find the words to express themselves or their emotions.

Even though they put on a smile, they often seem like an open book aside from their anxieties or sadness.

It takes long for them to open up and they feel stressed when pushed, it works best to wait for them instead.

They crave emotional stability from others.

They always feel the need to be productive and learn new information.

Quite conservative in how they come across.

They often just think about their emotions.

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Top ten AFHF documentary moments, go!

Thank you for asking sea, but you've really put me in a dilemma, how the f am I supposed to choose 10? All of it was my favorite, he shined like the sun throughout the entire thing.

1. We got to see him in his element, him being nervous and excited just anticipating to share his passion with us. Can you imagine him thinking wishing to run away, and yet, staying put, squaring his shoulders and facing it head on. Hoping to give up, yet hoping against hope to do it again, even if it's just one more time.

“I hate this feeling [before going onstage]. Helene always said to me, that's a choice is it nerves or is excitement? It’s the same. Only now I look in the moment I feel it, but I look at it differently. […] I always have this feeling before in my mind where I’m thinking ‘if I could run away, I would’ but now I’m thinking ‘just get me out there!’ ”

2. You can see, that he is so far away from his ''image'' of One direction, yet the same teenage boy having this unattainable dream of being a singer, and that lad from donny. Expectedly, yes, he has grown and changed throughout the years, but his fundamentals and core remain the same.

“You know coming from a situation like One Direction it was never gonna be a walk in the park becoming a solo artist. I’ve had shit to deal with.“

2. BRUH, Vulnerability? from a white male? In his 20s and 30s?Who's an reputed artist? Who's a millionaire? I-? This line was just so true, and raw, and REAL.

“When everyday is the same, it’s hard to feel creative and its hard to get any kind of inspiration”

3. This sentence to me represented acceptance of struggles, usually a strong personality would rather not acknowledge his/her/their struggles. They'd rather be seen as someone who can do this in their sleep instead of saying, that yes my life is hard sometimes.

“Too many times in my career have I had to pick myself up and go ‘right let’s go again’ ”

4. Efforts, the sheer efforts. When you're at the level that you are, you happen to start putting significantly lot less effort in your work. Instead here's this baby, who is working even more hard, putting in extra energy, time, and assets into honing his craft. A true dedicated artist.

“I put in a lot of work with Helene over Zoom as well because of that I don’t think I’ve ever been that excited over a gig and I finally feel like I’m gonna get out there and not just enjoy it for fucking just bathe in it. Love it.“

5. Right, an artist who values his fanbase instead of taking them for granted and only using them for their money? you're kidding! An artist, who regularly emphasizes the importance of his fans, and never forgets to thanks them? Right, you're dreaming! An artist who meticulously plans a free festival for his fans? You're delusional

“Just the togetherness. That’s what makes me feel like I can take on the world. Because with that lot behind me, who’s gonna fucking stop us?”

6. Helene. That relationship - its closeness and intensity -- really surprised me. You can tell that they share a deep meaningful emotional bond. She's a mentor for him in every way and its clear she loves him as much as he loves her. A pretty rare sight, in between people who don't give really seem to give a fuck about him. There's a mother/son vibe there and he seems to trust her as completely as she admires him. Tbh, Helene I cried too.

“I trust Helene implicitly. She can tell me after I smashed it and I’m trying to read between the lines. Today, today she was fucking crying man.”

7. The moments the band were given to really what they can do, jamming out (including the strings going for it too.) Steve is phenomenal as is Michael, but they're all incredible frankly. The band was so cool, I'd also like to mention the other artists and people who's work The production design, the set design, the lighting, the sounds. Everyone except the marketing and advertising department, should clap themselves for a job well done.

8. Charlie. How well he gets Louis. How loyal he is to Louis, how much he appreciates who he is and what he can do. And how extraordinarily skilled he is at what he does himself. In fact this demonstrate just how good Louis is at finding people whore superb at what they do. He did his job phenomenally, exceptionally.

9. The fans as shown through the lens, which might be a substitute for through Louis eyes. Their love, their pride and delight came across so clearly .I loved that all the rainbow flags were given the spotlight - instead of being skimmed over, Only the Brave was a true moment. Similarly Two of Us, was a real moment, the fans knowing how much the song it meant for him, and understanding its value and being respectful about it. How they seemed shell-shocked and speechless during changes.

10. Maybe most of all, the reckless, fun, fuck it all style of the celebration shots moment and the band euphoric celebratory hug, showing their bond and relationship clearly. I absolutely loved those moments in the film because they were so Louis. He may be the leader but he's also a literal kid, a partner in crime some might say, pure unpredictable fun.

Watching the AFHF documentary, I feel every emotion that Louis went through and I know that we all are felt them together. He was just so happy and confident during the concert. A God on the stage. Anyone who has doubts Louis performance abilities, I urge you to watch 5 minutes of this. The immensity and intimacy are like nothing I’ve experienced with any other artist.

He is a real person, instead of some carefully crafted media persona; he is genuine artist, instead of any fake popstar wannabe; has real talent, instead of pretending to be talented; he is humble and kind, instead of someone advocating to be humble and kind, he is gold, instead of being glitter, and he is the SUN, instead of the moon who leaches of off someone else's light.

His character and personality was really visible. This was better than any interview, any promo, anything we could have hoped for. His standards are so very high, and he’s truly harder on himself than anyone else around him. I've no idea how he doesn't drown in the pressure and instead finds a way to break the expectations. Truly, As many have already commented, Louis always delivers, because what he gives is from his incredible intelligence and his big heart.

The reason it was fucking unbelievable was yes, ’cause I played me music and I sang some shit, but more importantly that we all are in the same room with the same idea, the same intention, the same feeling... And that, more than anything, is what I’ve come away from these situations feeling just this togetherness, and that is what makes me feel like I can take on the fucking world.

#asks #answered asks #sea #louis tomlinson #awfh festival #awfh documentary

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David Annandale’s The Harrowing Of Doom: An In-Depth Review

So, I was kindly offered an advance reviewer’s copy of The Harrowing of Doom by David Annandale for the Marvel Untold series, a new prose line revolving around Marvel’s villains. Although I’m not personally familiar, the author’s prior written work and academic scholarship indicated a strong background in fantasy, science fiction, as well as horror film and literature - all essential elements of Doom himself honestly, whether in his character, design, or formative influences. A promising start from the outset!

To no one’s surprise, I was especially excited for this one. Doctor Doom is both my favorite Marvel character and area of nerdy comics expertise, and Annandale sounded like the perfect candidate to tackle him.

The Harrowing of Doom centers around a conflict familiar to those who know the character. Taking place fifteen years after his ascension to the throne, Victor von Doom is still hellbent on rescuing the soul of his mother, Cynthia, trapped in hell by the demon Mephisto. His yearly attempts to save her have been fruitless thus far, but he believes he can really do it this time, enlisting the help of a new character, Maria von Helm, and some of his lesser known subjects (also new characters) to accomplish the task, by building a machine called The Harrower. The noble scheme is further complicated by the reappearance of Prince Rudolfo Fortunov, son of the monarch deposed and murdered by Doom years prior, who is equally determined to take back what he believes is his birthright by any means necessary. The novel is a relatively dense and detailed one, and as a true blue Doom enthusiast, I have a dense and detailed review to match.

The first thing that I personally take note of in any material involving Doom is the author’s perspective on the truth of Latveria’s “benevolent dictatorship.” It immediately speaks volumes about a writer’s perception of Doom’s accountability and sense of morality; it kind of ends up coloring his entire characterization. That being said, I was really pleased by the evenhandedness with which Annandale treats Doom’s Latveria and his influence upon his subjects. It slots in neatly with some of the greats, Lee & Kirby, Jonathan Hickman, Roger Stern, etc with the acknowledgement that Doom is indeed a despot with an iron fist and a will absolute, but one who cares for the wellbeing of his country. Through dialogue from his subjects like the skittish Father Grigori Zargo and diehard loyal Captain Kariana Verlak, the reader gets the sense that Doom’s rule may be the best leadership Latveria has ever known. (A brief aside: another great strength of The Harrowing of Doom that has to be mentioned is the fleshing out of these different original characters. Maria von Helm was a particularly welcome addition, as a close friend of Doom’s mother and a far more empathetic magic user compared to him.)

Verlak is openly married to Dr. Elsa Orloff, a trans woman and neurosurgeon of international renown. Both of them had experienced the Fortunov rule that predated Doom’s, with Orloff even having fled Fortunov’s Latveria when she first come out as transgender, in fear of his tyrannical rule and the dangerously transphobic legislature he enforced called “The Laws of the Person.” It is apparent that Doom exists in obvious juxtaposition to the prior ruler’s bigotry. Beyond the total erasure of all previous discrimination and state-enforced bigotry, he has Verlak appointed in a role of great prominence, gave Orloff the tools she needed to succeed in her field, and even shares an exchange with her where he remarks that he knows her from her publications in the Lancet Neurology and that he appreciates them for their “speculative” approach. In an excellent exchange between Father Zargo and the rebel Prince Fortunov, the priest, who is by far Doom’s number one fan, explains Doom’s mesmerizing hold on the populace and the benefits they reap from his rule, despite it being a despotic one:

“I’ll be explicit, all the same,” said Zargo. “Doom is a sun king, even more fully than Louis XIV ever was. Latveria is a world power. How? Because of Doom and only because of Doom. Latveria’s strength and its wealth come from his inventions. And the beams of his sun touch every citizen. Universal basic income, free healthcare, free schooling, free universities, free training to the highest level of your calling - all of these things flow from Doom.”

“Free?” Fortunov snarled.

“The price is obedience, yes,” said Zargo, “And yes, Doom is feared.” Zargo stopped himself from saying Vladimir was feared and hated. [...] “Even though Doom is feared, he also is Latveria in every sense that matters.”

What I really appreciated was the author’s ability to walk the tightrope of acknowledging how beneficial Doom is for the country and his protectiveness over his domain, whilst also acknowledging Doom’s intense paternalism that ultimately favors his own goals. Doom, as well-read comic fans would know, is heralded as one of Marvel’s master manipulators. It’s a great strength of this novel to see him exerting his willpower and the strength of his personality to manipulate and sometimes, fully overpower that of his subjects. Father Zargo is definitely the most profound victim of this, a man with ties to both the church and the occult. Through the novel, Doom insistently pushes him towards the latter, his priorities made clear in one sentence: “The work was what mattered. Zargo’s soul was not Doom’s concern.” An especially interesting scene occurs later in the novel. Without too much elaboration, Doom performs an experiment where he uses the old Latverian nobility as guinea pigs. This was something I immensely liked, corroborating one of my own personal perceptions of Doom. It’s always made sense to me that Doom would continue to hold a certain amount of disdain for Latverian high society, even after he went from low class Romani boy to monarch himself.

(“The Fantastic Origin of Doctor Doom,” Fantastic Four Annual #2.)

Afterwards his partner, Maria von Helm, muses aloud that she always wondered why Doom let vestiges of the old regime remain, to which Doom responds: “Now you know. The aristocracy has its uses, and the advantages of being disposable.” It’s maybe my favorite example in the book of the exceptions to Doom’s purported benevolence. He does want the country to flourish and for his subjects to prosper, but this intent can be superseded by his innately ambitious nature and his own personal biases. It’s clear at several points in the book that Annandale is obviously well-read on Doom himself, but it was especially in the capturing of this nuance that it really stuck out to me in a big way. (As well as the fun reference to Doom’s brief jaunt in the French Riviera in Supervillain Team-Up!)

Outside of this core aspect of his characterization, I really enjoyed how the novel not only built up Doom’s cult of personality, but emphasized the sheer magnetism of Doom himself, in person. Constantly, characters find themselves buffeted by strength of his will, craving his approval or cowering and scrambling to avoid his displeasure. It’s a great true-to-character depiction of interactions between Doom and Latverian citizens, dynamics that were only touched upon briefly in the periphery of most comics involving Doom. I think, ironically, this is also perhaps the source of one of the novel’s few weaknesses. By keeping the book very Latveria-focused, Annandale does an excellent job of adding world-building on every level, from expounding on Latverian national holidays to the layouts of Doomstadt to the country’s storied history with witches predating Doom and his mother. But the fact that Doom mostly interacts with those beneath him or those who work for him gives the reader a bit of a myopic, overtly flattering perspective of him as almost too certain, too powerful, too unfeeling. I suppose it serves the scope of the novel for Doom to be more an obelisk of a man than fully well-rounded, but I contest that one of the best things about his character is that his indomitable exterior hides a deep well of pain and uncertainty.

(“In The Clutches of Doctor Doom,” Fantastic Four #17.)

(“Oath of Fealty,” Doctor Doom #7.)

The novel obviously perceives Doom as Byronic, there’s even excerpts from Manfred interspersed between chapters that I greatly enjoyed, but I did find the heart of the Byronic character a little lacking here. Where Manfred bares his soul alone in monologue or to others, Doom, for the most part, does not. There are definitely brief allusions to the trials he’s faced, but he seems rarely prone to doubt or vulnerability until the very end. (For example, the central task is the attempt to rescue Cynthia von Doom’s soul, but little time is spent dwelling on this very human connection between mother and son.) Or even self-admitted imperfection! Interestingly, I only ever caught one mention of his scars in the entire novel.

The Harrowing of Doom seems to prescribe to the line of thought that the mask is the only true face of Doom’s that matters, but I think with that philosophy, it stays firmly within the character’s own comfort zone. And his psyche never feels truly challenged, because there’s no worthy challenger. Doom knows without a doubt that he is Fortunov’s superior, so there’s no real interpersonal friction there. It left me keenly interested in seeing how the author would write Doom in the presence of someone like Reed Richards, an opponent who has historically brought out Doom’s baser instincts and invoked his self-doubt, drawing out his flaws and humanity in the process. Hopefully Marvel approves a sequel!

Doubtlessly, it’s still a strong entry into Marvel’s Doom canon and an excellent read for anyone who enjoys the character and is familiar with his history. The novel gives a sprawling, detailed look at Latveria and fleshes out both country and countrymen with aplomb. I took real delight at the indirect peeks at Doom’s personality through other characters’s observations or simple exposition. Some notable examples include Doom’s occult librarian wondering if he had been appointed out of spite of his witch-hunter ancestry, Zargo noting the west wing of Werner Academy was dedicated to clinical research in a nod to Werner von Doom’s work as a healer, and my favorite: the paintings within Castle Doom being impressionistic depictions of Doom’s ancestors, “people long buried, long forgotten, and in their lifetimes ignored or worse.”

The conflict also moves at an engaging, brisk pace and smartly takes advantage of the widely known fact that Doom is preoccupied every Midsummer Night and turns that into an opening to be exploited by Fortunov, who also is well characterized throughout the novel and even experiences his own personal growth.

(“Though Some Call It Magic!”, Astonishing Tales #8)

Essentially, the product is a great novel about Doctor Doom influenced by strong comic lore knowledge, Gothic and Romance literature, horror cinema (According to the author, Doom’s lab is modeled after the lab from The Bride of Frankenstein!), and fantasy. If that sounds like something up your alley, definitely check it out. It gets a wholehearted recommendation from me.

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14 15 and 16 for Eleanor and Alistair for the OC asks!

14. What attributes do they have that are inherited from their parents or shared with their siblings/other relatives?

Eleanor is this magnificent hodgepodge of essentially four or so generations of Tuatha Dé and Fomoire. She inherited a lot of Lugh's rigidity, love of culture, and passion; she inherited Cethlenn's temper, especially the way that Cethlenn's jaw sets when she's angry, she inherited Balor's hair and eye color (the latter that she also shares with Lugh) along with his steel (over time, it took a while for that to come out), she inherited a little of Ogma's passion for learning, especially linguistics, she inherited Dían Cecht's asceticism (though that isn't all him -- that's also her upbringing), she inherited Cían's (and Balor's) penchant for disguises and overall ability to improvise. From her father, Duncan, she gained a sentimental streak that she keeps buried -- they both fell hard for someone that was out of reach; the difference is that Duncan went for it while Eleanor, who is used to caution...she did end up with him eventually, but it took decades. They're both incredibly loyal to their loved ones, going above and beyond for the sake of a friend. (And from her mother: Monsterfucking.)

Her sister, Iseult, is very much like her, or what she could have been if she'd been given a stabler environment. Much softer, still loyal to a fault, naive, but quick. Despite the rumors hanging over her sister's head, she utterly refuses to abandon her.

Alistair...actively tries to distance himself from his family and any traits that they have. His mother would hate to acknowledge it, since she generally views him as a weak, stupid boy, but, like Eleanor, he inherited his romanticism from one parent, that idea that, basically, he'd rather wait for an eternity for the right person than find himself shackled to the wrong one, and it wasn't his father. When his father died, she basically...shut down. They had eight children together, Alistair was a baby at the time, and she never considered remarriage. For a family of murderous horse shapeshifters, it was oddly sweet. She developed a harder streak and a "do as I say, not as I do" mentality as time went on, became more interested in establishing their strength as time went on, but it's vital to understand that Alistair's loyalty comes from his mother. The loyalty that gets him a lot of grief from the more hardened characters (including his mother herself), who see him as Eleanor's lapdog, started with her, aka one of the single most feared members of the entire Unseelie Court, holding her own against creatures thousands of years older than her.

15. Are their greatest flaw and their greatest strength related and in what way? (ie very caring and helpful but a doormat, or very observant and shrewd but often paranoid)

Eleanor is intensely analytical and is good at adhering to the absolute rules of politeness, which can function as a kind of autopilot -- that being said, she often comes off as quite cold and aloof, especially because, due to trauma issues, she rarely smiles or laughs. That she does sometimes relax around her closest friends is often taken as evidence that she's having tons of affairs, which her enemies take advantage of at every opportunity. (She literally can't win -- if she's cold, then she's a bitch; if she's warm, she's obviously having sex with them.)

Alistair developing a conscience and deliberately fighting against his own instincts has led to him being a genuinely good man, but it also means that, in a fight, he's nuked. Because the second he spills blood, there's this worry over whether he'll let it get to his head.

16. How has their childhood affected the way they view an aspect of their life (people, education, society, themselves, etc)?

Because Eleanor's selkie skin was hidden when she was young and she was essentially controlled into being the perfect Elizabethan lady, there is this...really big question of who Eleanor is. Like, who is she outside of that programming, is it possible to salvage the person she might have been, etc. Because of that, there is this massive disconnect between her and the rest of the world -- as mentioned above, she often comes off as distant and aloof, especially when she's among the Tuatha Dé due to that huge emphasis on community and the feasting hall, and that is something that Eleanor just...can't do. She can handle herself as a hostess, but there is always this very rigid formality to it -- she knows how to follow a script, and she's very good at being The Dutiful Protestant Lady (though she does loosen up slightly during her stay in the Otherworld -- there's a marked difference between Eleanor-in-the-Otherworld VS Eleanor-at-Court). Because her mentor was a former Roman orator, there is a large streak of her that is kind of modelled on that as much as Elizabethan ideals (there's a gravity to Eleanor that would generally not have been particularly attractive in a noble lady but does fit a Roman matrona), and, because she has a good knowledge of the law, tends to use that to her advantage (when she knows it carries weight.) Being so used to being jerked around and commanded has also meant that, as an adult and having reclaimed her coat, she is much less willing to be controlled -- she had her voice taken away from her once, she's never going to let that happen again, and she's gained an iron will from the experience.

Alistair, because he grew up in this "eat or be eaten" world, very big on survival of the fittest, very big on essentially turning him into a predator, is very worried about what he's capable of. He's closer to the one sister of his that will still talk to him, simply because it's very much "us against the world" and he thinks that she can still be turned around (she thinks the same about him) up until she reaches a point where he puts his foot down.

Because both of them grew up in this chaotic, treacherous environment, it also led to them being really fiercely protective of kids in particular (they're generally protective of the innocent, but especially kids). Eleanor only really started to warm up to Alistair when she saw him giving a piggy back ride to a local child, as she realized that he was becoming better. Also, because of the shared trauma of their upbringings, they both tend to look for comfort in their relationship, both of them wanting something calm and peaceful.

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winterscaptain · 4 years

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transfer request. part three.

read part one here and part two here

a/n: this one contains smut because im insufferable so if you’re not 18+, i love you but you gotta stick to part one :) i’m so happy i got the muse for another part to this. i have a request or two in my inbox that i’m working on, but feel free to drop some more!

AO3 | Masterlist | Requests Open!

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Y/N’s nerves settle as Aaron steps out of the assistant director’s office, closes the door behind him, and flashes her a soothing smile. He offers YN a hand. She takes it and rise, ready for her portion of the evaluation.

“I’m going to get Jack from school, and we’ll be waiting for you when you get home.”

She hums, and squeezes his hand. Her heart’s been racing all morning, and she’s barely been able to focus on the consults piling up on her desk. Didn’t people have better things to do than hurt women in their free time?

Sensing her anxiety, Aaron leans close to her ear and she suppresses a shiver. “I warmed them up for you. You’ll be great.” He presses a quick, casual kiss to her temple. “It’s just a formality – they know everything they need to.”

He releases her as their interim section chief opens the door. So much had happened in the four months between the transfer request and the hearing to address it. The most extreme of which were the death of Erin Strauss and their recent move to the newly-purchased house on the river between Quantico and D.C. It had been hectic, but they were happy to finally know whether Y/N would stay with their work family or not.

When she steps in and sits down, the assistant director looks friendly, albeit tired.

“Good afternoon, Agent.” The director flips a page on his legal pad, and she catches Aaron’s name among his notes.

“Good afternoon, sir. Good afternoon, Chief Leon.” She acknowledges both men with a smile. The interim chief is new to Quantico, but comes well-recommended.

“Thank you so much for coming in with your consult list so long. It is appreciated.”

Not that I had a choice. “No problem, sir. I’m excited to get things settled after...everything.”

“That makes two of us,” Chief Leon says. “Your fortitude and professionalism does not go unnoticed, and I’ve appreciated your welcome as I’ve settled into the interim role.”

She’s not sure, but it sounds like he put a little too much emphasis on interim. Letting it go, she reminds herself that she’s not here to profile but rather to discuss a rapidly-approaching marriage to one Agent Aaron Hotchner. “I’m so glad, sir. I think I can speak for the team when I say the BAU is proud to be under your leadership, no matter how temporary or permanent.”

The assistant director finally finds his footing in his notes and looks up. “Alright, to the situation at hand. How long have you been in a relationship with Agent Hotchner?”

Over breakfast that morning, she and Aaron had bounced their answers off each other, just to make sure everything was lined up for the bureaucratic nightmare that was a formal hearing. “Just over two years, now.”

“Did you disclose your relationship at the time of its inception?”

“No, sir.” It hurt to admit the flagrant policy violation, but it seemed reasonable at the time.

“You are aware that this is not bureau policy, especially seeing as Agent Hotchner is your unit chief.”

“Yes, sir.”

There’s a pause, and the two men look at each other. Interim Chief Leon takes over. “Because we have evidence that your conduct in the field remained unaffected, we have decided to overlook that policy violation. Your team has also advocated for you – Agent Morgan specifically remarking on your,” he checks his notes, “admirable dedication to the team and the support you offer to your unit and unit chief in high-intensity field operations. Agent Jareau spoke of your compassion and patience with the families of victims, and Dr. Reid emphasized the importance of your skillset with children and adolescent psychology. Agent Prentiss also complimented your cohesive work style and support of your unit chief, even in disagreements. Your team is very loyal, and you should be very proud.”

“Thank you, sir.” The tone and company in the room require short and simple answers, but she so wants to defend her decision to maintain the privacy of their relationship. She laces her hands in her lap to keep from fidgeting.

“I am continually impressed with the results of the BAU’s fieldwork, and desire to disrupt the team as little as possible so you may continue your high-performance in the field.” The assistant director’s smile didn’t quite reach his eyes.

“Thank you, sir.”

“You are to remain on assignment with the BAU until the re-evaluation of your contract in...” He checks the copy of your contract underneath his legal pad. “three years and four months.”

Remain on assignment? “Thank you, sir.”

Everyone stands, then, and she shakes hands with both men before leaving the assistant director’s office.

If I’m staying, and Aaron didn’t say anything about leaving, then who’s flying the plane?

+++

When she steps into the house, she can hear Aaron and Jack playing video games in the playroom. The sun had yet to set, and she revels in the rare opportunity to share daylight with her family.

Y/N leans against the doorframe as Jack continues to slaughter Aaron in Mario Kart. They’re both sitting cross-legged on the floor, holding the same posture right down to the slight tilt of their heads to the left.

They still don’t notice her after about ten minutes, so she flops down and stretches her torso across Aaron’s lap so her head falls into Jack’s. Jack’s little hands immediately fall into her hair, fingers tangling in whatever he can find.

Aaron lets the controller drop to the floor and stretches his hands to cover a broad swath of her abdomen. His fingers reach from her hip to just under the underwire of her bra.

“What kind of trouble are you getting up to in here?”

Jack giggles and she smiles up at him. He’s upside down from this angle, but he’s still the cutest boy in the world.

“Daddy sucks at Mario Kart.”

Aaron’s hair flops into his eyes as he releases her and reaches over you to tickle Jack. “Hey!”

Y/N laughs and rolls over onto the floor, snatching Jack away from his father by the waist. “C’mon Jack! Run!”

Jack grabs her hands and they run down the hallway, Aaron hot on their heels. Both she and Jack are crying with laughter at this point, and she stumbles as they turn into the living room, slipping on the hardwood in her socks.

Aaron takes advantage of her momentary weakness and pounces, caging her in his arms as he tackles her to the couch. Jack jumps on the both of them, and they rest there for a moment, Aaron half on-top of her with her head pillowed on his arm and Jack clinging to Aaron’s back.

The huge couch was a good investment.

“Hey, Y/N, wanna know something cool?” Jack’s little head tips up and she brushes some caramel hair out of his eyes. It seems to get darker by the day. He needs a haircut. “Always! You know how much I love cool stuff.”

“Dad said he got a new job and that he doesn’t have to go away so much and he’ll pick me up from Aunt Jessica’s every night before dinner.”

She raises her eyebrows and brings a hand to Aaron’s hair. His head is burrowed in her shoulder, absolutely hiding from her prying gaze. “Oh?”

“He also said he and Uncle Dave would help coach my soccer team and I said you can do that now because you have a ring like the other moms.”

That draws a smile from her, and she pulls both of her Hotchner boys close, squeezing them and kissing their heads. “Let’s get dinner on, my loves.”

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When Aaron tucks Jack into bed that night, she hangs back at the door. There is nothing quite like watching Aaron with Jack. They’re like different-sized versions of the same person, though there is a good deal of Haley in him. His smile, especially – wide and friendly – reminds Y/N of her often. The framed photos around the house are the strongest recollections of her. Y/N's favorite sits on the mantle with a dried rose from the funeral. It was the first thing she and Aaron unpacked, and Aaron spent many minutes standing before it, barefoot, with her tucked under his arm.

“Do you think she would be happy?” Y/N had asked.

He nodded, wordlessly. “She told me she was when I coded in surgery last year.”

She looked up at him, swallowing thickly when she remembered how close they were to losing him.

Aaron snorted, changing the tone. “She also told me I’d be a fool and an idiot to let you go. She wasn’t surprised when I told her I already knew that.” He adopts her countenance for a moment, imitating her. “Well of course you know, Aaron. Knowing and doing are two very different things.”

Y/N greets that picture every time she walks into the house. Haley, Jack, and Aaron from a decade ago smile back at her. It was their first picture taken as a family: Jack was barely three months old. The newest family photo sits beside it, Y/N’s eight-week (and most recent) ultrasound photo stuck haphazardly into the frame.

As Aaron leans up, she crosses to Jack’s bedside and kneels. The boy reaches for her, and she gathers him into a hug. “How much do I love you, my Jack?”

“More than the whole world,” he says, rote. She had shared that exchange with him long before she and Aaron started seeing each other, and they found it silly to stop now.

She breathes him in, kissing his temple and tucking him back in.

When she and Aaron finally rise and turn the light off, Jack is nearly asleep.

Safe within the confines of the bedroom they share, she raises her eyebrows at Aaron as she removes her shirt to change into pajamas. His eyes catch on her lace-clad chest and she takes the opportunity to change the subject. “New job?”

He huffs and flops on the bed, his shirt only half-unbuttoned, belt in-hand and slacks unzipped. “I didn’t expect him to spring that on you.”

She sits on the opposite edge of the bed and slips her pants off, leaving her only in your matching “I’m going into a scary meeting” set of underwear. Today may have been the last day she could wear them for a while. She leans back, landing next to him and carding her fingers through his hair.

“You didn’t answer my question.”

“They offered me the section chief position,” he mumbles into the comforter.

“Aaron! That’s huge!” She shoves at his shoulder and he groans, rolling on his side. She’s almost distracted by the adoring, soft look in his eyes. “Are you going to take it?”

“I asked for the week to decide, but it was just a formality. It’s time, I think, to be home with Jack more.” He reaches up, taking her chin between his thumb and forefinger. “And I wanted to keep you on the team.”

She rolls her eyes good-naturedly.

“The pay increase certainly doesn’t hurt, either,” he adds with a laugh.

She makes herself busy with the remaining buttons on his shirt, and ruck up the tails from his slacks. “Do you get to keep your office? Who’s the new unit chief?”

He laughs again. So many questions. “No, Emily gets my office as the new unit chief under my recommendation. But I get to keep the furniture.”

“Emily?!” Her rapid blush overrides the excitement for her friend. A smirk crosses her face. Aaron’s mirrors yours, and they’re both thinking of one particular late night on the desk a few weeks ago. “That’s good at least. I’d like to be able to sit at her desk and look her in the eye at the same time.” He kisses her soundly. “That would be useful.”

She reaches for him and wiggles into the middle of the bed. “I’ll miss you.” She grins against his mouth. “I’ll miss you in that vest, too.”

He rises fully then, removing the rest of his clothes. She lifts her arms above her head, reaching for him across the bed, looking at him upside-down. He roughly grabs her wrists and firmly tugs her closer to him.

She finds herself quickly surrounded by him, not an inch of her skin left untouched by kisses and caresses.

+++

When he’s finally inside her, and they breathe and kiss and laugh together, they can finally relax. She’s home, he’s home. The life they share together will be one marked with joy, with patience, with understanding.

“I love you,” she says with a gasp as he pushes deep into her, her back arching under him.

“There aren’t words, my love. None.”

He pushes her to your climax with a thumb on her clit, buried deep within her. She sinks her teeth into his shoulder. He follows quickly with a few sloppy thrusts. He doesn’t move even after a few minutes, still completely blissed-out, and she laughs.

She kisses his sweaty forehead, her fingers still tangled in his hair. “So do I get to call you Chief Hotchner when I’m mad at you now?”

He laughs, but it’s cut short by his groan and her hitch in breath when he finally pulls out of her. He takes a moment to recover, pressing his forehead to her chest. “I think,” he says after a moment, “you can stick to Supervisory Special Agent Aaron Benjamin Hotchner, Juris Doctorate for occasions like those.”

At her giggle, he continues.

“While a mouthful, it’s quite effective at getting my attention.”

“I’m so glad to hear that. I would hate to know I’m losing my touch.”

They tuck themselves neatly under the covers, not bothering to clean up. It’s laundry day tomorrow, after all. When she curls against his chest, he covers her hand where it rests over his heart.

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clareisa · 4 years

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Seventeen/Hip-Hop Unit as DEMIGODS

- im slowly getting back to writing, hope it's decent comeback

♠ - greek demigods AU

♠ - English is not my first language, so please, excuse my mistakes

♠ - hip-hop unit / performance unit / vocal unit

Seungcheol:

son of Apollo, God of Music, poetry, archery, medicine and sun

the most humble out of his siblings although being one of the most talented ones

likes to relax in gentle sun rays while the sun is rising or setting, making the light bend under his fingers how he wants them to

his serious appearance earned him respect but when you get to know him he is the softest and nicest being you could find

likes to be around other campers in half blood camp but love to be alone as well from time to time

when he is frustrated or mad you can find him at training space with all of the archery targets suffocating with arrows

likes to wake up the whole camp with his gentle and beautiful harp playing

as a son of the god of music, his voice is angel-like but is too shy and doesn’t sing in front of others often

everyone, even his siblings are begging him to sing when they are having camp dinner around a fire ... it takes longer to convince him but it is more than worth it

with Zeus’s son, Vernon, they are the main controllers of the weather around

one of the only ones against which aphrodite’s children charms can’t do anything

which they are pretty huffy about since they think children of Apollo are a perfect match for them

friends with everyone that is genuine and fair like him

one of the main healers in the camp

trying to help and heal mental illnesses or problems of others because he knows from experience that without a healthy mind your body is useless and life is sad

he came to the camp in his late teens and it didn’t take a long time for Apollo to claim him as his son

because every time Seungcheol was happy sun shined and when he was sad it hid behind the clouds

children of Demeter loves him to be around so their gardens are full of light

a lot of campers have a massive crush on him because he’s very manly and has good leadership but he always refuses it when his friends, mainly Wonwoo and Vernon, are telling this to him

he has strong powers and will but a fragile and sensitive soul full of colours to discover

Wonwoo:

son of Hecate, Goddess of magic, crossroads and ghosts

the quiet kid that is walking around the camp with a book in his hands most of the time, having that mysterious irresistible vibe around him

giving people shivers when he is around, but it is not uncomfortable, its actually pleasant and kind of magical

first, appear to be cold and unwelcoming but those few that are close to him discovered his heart-warming personality

best demigod to ask for advice since he can sense which of your paths going from the crossroad is the best for you... kind of 7th sense of his

loves to loosen up and just stare at the sky throught out starry nights

often talks ghosts of people wandering around the camp not being able to find the way to the other side

helping them to find what is still chaining them down to this world and cooperating with them to find a way to the other side for them

at first, campers though he is talking to himself, but after some time they got used to Wonwoo talks with ghosts that no one other than few children of Hecate could see

sometimes scaring others when he is taking care of or being friends with magical creatures that even demigods are not so sure about

he often gets visions of near future

it’s convenient to have him around so he can warn you and you or he can change it for better

he is always going to the forests around to find those curious and adventurous children of Hermes, mainly Dino

helping them find the right way on the crossroad to safely come back home

quite shy and not very social demigod and it’s very rare to get close to him, but those who do get close to him are considered very lucky

came to the camp by himself as he started noticing the traits of demigods he read so much in his books

claimed by Hecate as her son as soon as he came and finally spoke to a ghost for the first time even tho he was seeing them before

giving his friends crystals enchanted by him that is protecting, for example, their health, their relationships or powers and many more

seem calm and not harmful but try to hurt his friends or any innocent magical creature and you’ll regret getting to know his dark side

Mingyu:

son of Poseidon, God of oceans, seas and rivers

one of the most popular demigods in the camp, he is aware of it and actually enjoys it sometimes too much

loves to compete and fight in the arena with other demigods, it’s almost like a leisure activity for him because he is obviously very talented

he loves to fight mainly the children of Ares, Nike and Athena to prove them that he is a better warrior than them and with children of Zeus to challenge another demigod from “big 3″

very social demigod, one of the Poseidon children that has more “wild waters” in them

can’t be absent in any of parties that are specialities of Dionysus cabin and his children

“work hard, play hard”, that is his life motto

he is a hard worker and trains his powers very intensely and regularly every day, never complaining about a thing

sometimes he is actually fascinated by his own abilities and watches in awe with big puppy eyes when he can manipulate the water into any shape he wants to

enjoys the attention of Aphrodite’s children and how they are complimenting him just to get close to him and his stunning appearance

but actually has soft spot for children of Hephaestus, whos fire was the complete opposite of him and their hard-working nature

they were harder workers than him and even harder to impress which motivated him to be even better and be acknowledged by them once

friends with everyone... at least he think so since he talks with every single soul in the camp

really active and trying to help everyone with everything. even when he doesn’t have any experience and sometimes things end up with a catastrophe

like to relax by swimming alone far, far away from everything or taking walks around the bottom of a big lake since he is able to breathe underwater

came to the camp at a very young age

he was already but still shortly claimed by his father when his extreme powers and talents started showing up early

not really favoured by children of Hypnos thanks to his loud existence and their love for sleep, which is impossible with him near

very loyal and ready to risk his life for a good thing or his loved ones

loves to flirt with basically anyone but he is secretly waiting for “the one” he will fall for at first sight

Vernon:

son of Zeus, God of the sky, weather and thunder

not shy but not really bold... just chilling and living his best life

really popular among demigods and in camp in general thanks to being the son of the king of the gods but doesn't really care

creating peace between campers it’s his part-time job at this point, mainly between fierce children of Ares and proud children of Poseidon and sometimes even between his own siblings

every time leaving a good first impression with his manners, humour, handsome face and peaceful aura...everyone wants to be his friend

can’t help and find thunderstorms very calming and relaxing

naturally one of the best fighters in the camp but honestly hates to fight with others in the arena or at training

rather training his lightning powers alone because he is worried he could hurt someone with his destructive powers

one of the only Zeus children in centuries that has black feathered wings that let him fly and bring storm with flapping them throught out his flights

best friends with demigods considered by most of the campers as “outsiders” like children of Hades, Persephone or Achlys

supportive and fascinated by the powers of his best friends

with Apollo’s son, Seungcheol, they are the main controllers of the weather around

they are both making sure to keep a perfect balance along with four seasons

natural but not intentional heart drop of the camp, he doesn’t even notice something like others almost drooling over him

he has extremely good manners and charm that is making any girl melt, their godly origin is not playing a role since he captures hearts of all

came to a camp in his middle teens when his mother started noticing some traits of his godly father

wasn’t claimed for a very long time since he wasn’t really giving out and showing any particular powers

it was a couple of years already and his father claimed him after Vernon out of frustration of being lonely finally discovered his thunder wings

helping his friends as much as he could even if it’s just making rain appear for them to sleep better

he has one of the most precious souls existing and he deserves just the best

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ask-hunterxhunter · 4 years

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I wonder what would be kakin prince ideal type? Prince like benjamin or salé-salé or tserriednich?

Like I said in the Rules, I only take requests with three characters (except for the Main Four), so I’ll only do the ones you mentioned.

Benjamin.

Benjamin is focused on his goals to the point he wouldn’t stay with someone he feels can’t assist him in the long run. It’s not that he would want to use them, it’s just his objectives are so ingrained in him that they would interfere with feelings of affection. He sees himself as the only one worthy of being king, so his partner would have to be fit for the position of his wife/lover/partner/whatever.

He's a man who doesn’t care about who he has to destroy in order to achieve his goals. While this is true regarding many of the princes, Benjamin has shown to be aggressive and arrogant, someone who needs/wants to be in control of the situation. He’s not an idiot, but he can be impulsive. At the same time, Benjamin can appear as a pleasant individual when he needs to, understanding the importance of appearances.

Taking all this into account, Benjamin would prefer someone with a sharp mind (not only for conversations), probably who would be affectionate only in private (somehow, I think a person who appears cold and dangerous in public would greatly interest him). He doesn’t want a fragile little lamb, but someone who can stand tall and is self-assured.

However, it’s also very possible that he would also want this person to be somewhat submissive (without appearing weak), who would work with him but also allow him to stay in command, to be the “alpha male”. It’s okay for them to stand their ground or put others down if they are provoked (in fact, Benjamin would like that), but while they can disagree with him, they can’t outright challenge him. Note that this isn’t anything related to sexism or the belief of being dominant in a relationship, it’s again due to his belief of being the one who deserves to be king and what this entitles for him.

Salé-Salé

Being someone who wants to enjoy himself more than anything else, it’s hard to tell if Sale-Sale would ever settle down with someone when he can have as many partners as he wants (as shown in the ship) and anyone who would want to stay with him would have to accept the fact he wouldn’t be loyal (as much as he would say that those people mean nothing and he’s just having fun with them). This is ironic since if he took someone as a serious partner (be as official girlfriend/boyfriend or spouse), he would want them to be loyal to him.

As for himself, Salé-Salé would want someone who shares most of his interests and hobbies, who can enjoy life (or, at least, who wouldn’t nag him with the matter of responsibilities and/or take care of those for him) and is fun to be around, so he wouldn’t want his partner to talk much (or at all) about more serious matters with him, as he would find them boring. While he’d much rather prefer that his partner enjoyed parties (especially the kind he enjoys), if they showed they can have a good time even if they don’t like those, he may accept it without much of a fuss. They have to like his music, though.

Due to the nature of his Nen Beast, it’s possible that Salé-Salé has a great desire to be admired and worshipped, so his ideal partner would always have praises for him, know how to make him feel truly special, and be ready to spoil him. Not in a material sense, I mean, he is a prince, but with affection and attention. Note that while this may make Salé-Salé sound childish, it is different when he is alone with someone he considers special: As much as he wants to enjoy himself, there are times when people have to acknowledge their “not-so-pleasant” feelings. Though Salé-Salé rarely does so it’s the fact he feels he could with this person that matters (there are always people around him ready to give him attention but someone who could make a relationship that feels real and substantial would make an impact).

Because Salé-Salé can be somewhat shallow, he would prefer a partner that looks beautiful and desirable.

Tserriednich.

This isn’t exactly a man looking for love or with whom an easy relationship is possible (or safe, if you ask me). Remember we’re talking about a sociopath who takes pleasure in making art out of the death of others. Tserriednich sees people as “useful trash” and “useless trash” and he doesn’t care much for the “ideal partner” because he never gave much thought about it at all. Due to this mindset, it would take someone special to stand out in his mind (let alone capture a long-lasting interest).

He would want someone strong, who can stand their ground and doesn’t back down easily. Until a certain point when it comes to him, it must be said. It’s okay if they are a little harsh or rebellious (it’s more fun this way), as long as they don’t cross a line. Actually, this prince may even prefer someone like this and who also plays hard to get (or outright rejects him at first) since the challenge would make his blood run.

This would have to remain in a way even after they are together: Tserriednich would want someone whose mind he can’t predict, someone who can keep things interesting, who can surprise him even after months of being together. This is somewhat related to what he said, that “two-faced” (women) can be cute. Note that despite this claim, Tserriednich still despises disloyalty in a partner.

About that, if he saw a person who is intensely loyal to someone else (to the point they may be famous for that), he would want to turn this devotion to himself. This is also important because of his… Hobbies. His partner doesn’t need to enjoy them, but they would have to keep their mouth shut about it.

Being intelligent is also very important (even more than power. Yes, this would be a nice bonus, especially if the person has an interesting nen ability, but intelligence comes first). This man has many interests, has read about several subjects and he would want someone who can discuss those with him. Remember, he has already said to despise ignorance.

While a sharp mind and sharp words would interest him, there would be times when Tserriednich would want his partner to act absolutely subservient to him (often when they’re alone). It should be said that this isn’t out of enjoying BDSM or anything of this sort, but out of far darker desires.

#headcanon #hxh #hunter x hunter #prince #sale-sale #benjamin #tserriednich #ideal partner #hxh headcanon #I love exotic and different names #but boy do I hate tserriednich name #I'm pretty sure I'm butchering it everytime I try to speak it

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cooliogirl101 · 4 years

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Random MDZS fic idea:

The one where Wei Wuxian goes back in time, still in Mo Xuanyu’s body, and ends up adopting his younger self

- Which he wasn’t intending on doing, honestly. Just as he didn’t intend on landing in a dumpster when he came back-- which, ow-- he didn’t intend on the first person he came across to be his malnourished, too-thin, four-year-old self (gods, was he thin. He didn’t remember being that thin. Or tiny. How the hell had he survived before Jiang Fengmian had found him?!).

- And like, it wasn’t like he could just leave him. The poor kid-- his past self, whatever-- had been eating out of a dumpster! It would be too cruel.

- He hunts down Guangyao-- currently Meng Yao-- and his mother. He’d been planning on hooking Meng Yao’s mother up to a nice, stable job as an accountant, maybe, or a storekeeper’s assistant, and taking her to a competent doctor who could do something about her illness before it became deadly-- if he could make sure she had a better life, maybe she would stop clinging to Jin Guangshan as her only hope for salvation. And maybe Meng Yao wouldn’t be quite so desperate for his father’s acknowledgement this time around. And wouldn’t turn out to be a backstabbing, corrupt, master manipulator with no regard for human life. Maybe.

- He did not expect for her to push her son towards him with a sly smile, because I’m sure a powerful cultivator like yourself has many duties and wouldn’t mind an assistant to help out from time to time; Meng Yao is very dedicated, very intelligent, and he requires no payment except maybe, if sir is so inclined, to occasionally teach him some minor things about cultivation? For the purposes of better serving you, of course--

- And so he finds himself leaving town with one more kid than he entered with, with a promise to visit often. Alright then.

- He spends the next few years sabotaging the Wen forces, destroying storage facilities, pranking top-level officials in their own homes (making them increasingly paranoid), and acting as a general nuisance. Wen Ruohan’s blood pressure is at a record high.

- It has the added benefit of distracting the Wen forces from the fact that the other sects have been arranging secret meetings, quietly mobilizing their forces, preparing for war. Lan Qiren tasks several senior disciples to make copies of all their ancient scrolls; the originals are then hidden, their location known only to a select few members of the Lan Sect. Lotus Pier’s defenses have never been so fortified.

- Four-year-old Wei Ying knows nothing of all this, of course (Meng Yao knows significantly more, but hides it well). He only knows that Uncle Wei travels around a lot, but always comes back, with his signature bright, sunny smile and lots of gifts. He grows up with Yao-gege at his side and many homes-- the Cloud Recesses, the Unclean Realm, Lotus Pier. He has many friends and many siblings-- there’s Yao-gege of course, and Jiang Cheng, and Jiang Yanli, and Nie Huaisang. He never doubts that he is loved and, just as importantly, that he belongs. That he is wanted.

- Five-year-old Lan Zhan is quiet, doesn’t speak much (except to quote rules), and often seems sad (lonely). Wei Ying has never seen him smile.

That’s okay, though, Wei Ying thinks to himself. He can be happy enough for the both of them.

(Jiang Cheng had told him to stop bothering the Lan Sect’s Second Jade. Uncle Wei had told him the opposite.

“I don’t know. He seems so sad,” Wei Ying says doubtfully.

“He does, doesn’t he?” Uncle Wei agrees. “Give him space, when he needs it. But don’t leave him alone. The worst thing you can do to someone sad is leave them alone.”

Wei Ying thinks about it for a moment.

Jiang Cheng’s an idiot, he decides, and runs off to find Lan Zhan.)

- The older Wei Ying-- now Wei Xuanyu, because it’s not like there can be two Wei Yings/Wei Wuxians-- looks at his younger self, chattering nonstop to a silent (but still listening) Lan Zhan, and can’t help but smile, a little bittersweet. The constant, age-old grief in his chest aches painfully-- it’s so much a part of him now that he rarely notices it anymore, except during moments like these, when he is abruptly reminded of all he has lost.

Ah, Lan Zhan, Lan Zhan, he thinks to his husband, his Lan Zhan. What would you think if you could see this, our younger selves together? It seems no matter what, whether I meet you at age four or fifteen, I always end up loving you.

He’d known from the start, of course, that he could never have the same relationship with Lan Zhan this time around. It had been worth it though, to see him again, maybe even do something to make his childhood a little happier. And besides, a tiny adorable chubby-cheeked Lan Zhan was an infinite improvement over no Lan Zhan at all, which was all that the future (his future) held for him.

He could deal with a world where Lan Zhan never looked at him the same way, never knew him the same way, never loved him the same way. What he couldn’t accept was a world where Lan Zhan no longer existed-- because where was the beauty in a world like that?

Wei Ying’s happiness is my happiness, Lan Zhan had told him once. As long as Wei Ying is happy, I am happy.

And as long as Lan Zhan is happy, then I am happy, Wei Ying had replied. The context he’d originally said the words in no longer applies, but-- he glances at the shy, almost invisible smile on five-year-old Lan Zhan’s face, and can’t help but smile in response-- the sentiment still rings true.

- From behind a tree, a figure watches Wei Xuanyu silently, concern in his eyes. He thinks back to the devastating grief that had momentarily crossed the older man’s face, and a frown mars his gentle features, edged with helplessness and a rare frustration.

He doesn’t know the other man very well. He knows some things about him, just by watching-- he knows Wei Xuanyu is kind and fiercely loyal, creative and sharply intelligent, that he is one of the only people who can get Wangji to relax, that he likes spicy food and rabbits, that he knows every single one of the Lan Sect’s three thousand rules but pretends he doesn’t in order to get a rise out of Lan Qiren, that he plays the flute as well as any Lan, and that he is beautiful when he fights (and, well, when he’s doing just about anything, really). But he doesn’t know the other man well enough to ask who he’s thinking about in the rare moments he falls silent, a far away look in his eyes; he doesn’t know him well enough to ask Wei Xuanyu to confide in him, to trust him with his secrets and pain, to trust him with his past, to let down his ever-present cheerful mask around him.

He thinks he would like to. Wants it with an intensity that terrifies him at times.

- The war is over before it even really begins, when someone assassinates Wen Ruohan in the dead of night. Rumors abound that he incurred the wrath of a vengeful ghost. Far away, Wei Xuanyu’s lips curve up-- it’s a subtler smile than his usual ones, more relief than happiness.

It’s over.

- Somehow everything turns out, if not perfect, then at least okay.

- Jin Guangshan dies choking on a fishbone because fuck that guy.

(First time writing anything for this fandom so sorry if characterization is a bit off)

#mdzs #mo dao zu shi #my writing

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misssunflowersandsangria · 4 years

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Where the Wind can Reach

Hello my lovely dearies! I've had this in my drafts folder for a while. I hope that you enjoy some cute Suna family fluff!

Summary: Leaving Suna to be with Shikamaru wasn't an easy decision. A quiet moment with her brother reminds Temari about what matters most.

** Where the Wind can Reach

“Hey Tem, you ready?”

Temari turned to look at her brother who smiled brightly at her. Kankurou wasn’t often stunned speechless but this was one of those rare occasions.

“Well ...who knew that you could clean up so nicely.” He teased her not used to seeing her in fancy clothes and without a weapon. She probably had one somewhere. Seeing her in a sparkling white, elaborate kimono hit home that his big sister was getting married. She was a vision of excitement and joy.

“I hate you.” The smile on her face took the bite away from the statement.

“I know.”

“You look nice.” Temari complimented him smoothing down his hair. It reminded him of their younger days when she’d make sure that he was presentable before any meetings.

“I don’t know why you insisted that I couldn’t wear my face paint. I look like dad without it.” He was genuinely surprised by the request and initially called her a bridezilla. That earned him a few well deserved slaps to the face. Ultimately, he was smart enough to comply with her wishes. He was there bare-faced and it felt unsettling but there were very few things that she’d asked him to do for the wedding.

Her eyes were soft and contemplative. “I know you do. I think that for today, for this occasion. It’s okay.” He waited, staring at her confused.

“I know it’s silly but it's kind of like both you and dad are giving me away.”

Kankuro had to bite back a sob. He pulled her into a tight hug. “Damn it Tem, making me cry is really going to mess up my reputation.”

She chuckled returning the hug, hiding her own tears.

Temari knew that it was strange but there was a part of her that wished that her father was there. Unlike her brothers, she had a few hazy memories of life before the jinchuriki. When her mother was alive and her father wasn’t a monster.

Kankuro hated that he looked so much like the previous Kazekage. Seeing himself in the mirror oftentimes felt like a cruel reminder of his father and what he’d done. They’d all tried to work through the issues of their past but the scars remained. Regardless, if Temari wanted to feel like their father was there for her wedding, he’d happily do this for her.

“To be clear. I’m not giving you to Nara. If anything you’re just on loan. You sure you wanna go through with this? I could make a big scene, hide you in one of my puppets, leave you in the desert where no one could find you. It could be like a fun treasure hunt.”

She rolled her eyes, this wasn’t his first time he had some hair-brained idea to stop this wedding. “You moron. Shikamaru would find me.”

Kankurou shrugged. “He is as stubborn as you are, you’re probably right. However, say the word and Gaara and I will start an international incident and bring you right back here.”

She began to worry the pendant on the necklace Shikamaru had given her the night before. She’d been avoiding this conversation but it was now or never. “Are you two going to be okay without me?”

“You’re talking about the Kazekage and his adviser, of course, we’re not going to be okay. Being with the deer keeper is what you want so we will survive.”

She sighed before admitting her true feelings. “I feel like I’m being selfish, leaving you and Gaara, moving to Konoha.”

Kankurou waved off her concerns, not surprised by the admission. “It is totally selfish and it is completely the right thing to do. If we didn’t fight that war for you to be able to be with the person that you want, what was the point of all of it? You deserve whatever it is that will make you happy. And Nara makes you the happiest I’ve ever seen you. Nothing means more than that.”

She knew that she loved Shikamaru and wanted to be with him. Still, it was hard not to worry about everyone else in her life. This was never her dream. She wanted to be helpful and acknowledged by her brothers. Now, a happy life with Shikamaru was what she wanted.

Kankurou could see the hesitation in her eyes. His sister had always been selfless and loyal to the core. If he or Garra made a fuss she would cast aside her own happiness for them. He would never allow that to happen.

He wrapped a comforting arm around her. “Come on Tem. It’s like you always warned me when we were kids. There’s nowhere on Earth that the wind can’t reach. Even when you’re in Konoha you’ll be here. The work that you do will have far-reaching consequences here. You’re still our Princess.” Temari leaned into his side, thankful for the reassuring words. Her homeland and brothers would be okay. She raised them well.

“How’s everyone doing out there?”

“It’s a circus act. Tons of dignitaries and important people from all the great nations. Thanks for saving me from it. Garra is out there playing host. We could have probably sold tickets to this. It’s not every day that the Princess of Suna gets married.”

Initially, she and Shikamaru wanted a small wedding. They very quickly discovered that was never an option. Between their respective roles in their villages, the political ties, and familial ones this wedding was going to be an event. She hadn’t realized how many people were invested in their relationship. It represented not only the bringing together of two families but two nations. Their marriage ushered in a new era. Proof that peace had been achieved.

“How’s Shikamaru?”

Kankurou was ready with a snarky remark but just smiled reassuringly. “He’s ready to be married to you.”

He’d check on the groom as one final chance to play the protective brother role. To his credit, Shikamaru hadn’t been intimidated. Whether it was because he knew Kankuro only wanted the best for his sister or that he knew Temari would be more than capable of taking care of him herself, they bonded. Kankuro may joke but he knew that his sister had found the best partner for her. He recognized without a doubt that Shikamaru would love and protect his sister with all that he had.

“I’m ready to be married to him too.” They’d spent so much of their relationship apart, she was excited to finally wake up each day knowing that he was there.

“Stop it, you’re being gross and romantic. It’s weird.”

Temari rolled her eyes but was thankful that he could help calm her nerves. “It’s my wedding, what do you expect?”

He just chuckled giving her another affectionate hug.

“I love you, big sister.” For so long it had just been the two of them. Eventually, Garra completed their set. The famed sand siblings against the world. Their lives were much different now. Filled with so many people that they loved and stood by their sides. It was reassuring to know that at the core would always be the three of them. They weren’t losing anything their family was just growing.

“I love you too Kankuro.”

Surprising them both another set of arms enclosed around them.

“Garra?” He just nodded and they held onto each other tightly. Temari tried to subtly wipe away her tears. How many times had she held them together just like this in less happy circumstances? Now it was for something much different. Her brothers were holding her together.

‘Mother, father, I hope you can see how happy we are now.’

“Ready Temari?” Garra asked while both of her brothers reached a hand out to her.

Taking their hands in hers she nodded. “Yes.”

Temari held onto her new husband tightly. Shikamaru danced so awkwardly but she refused to let them end the night without slow dancing.

She smiled feeling his warm lips kiss her forehead.

“I love you wife.”

Wife...she was someone’s wife. Not just anyone’s wife. She was Shikamaru’s wife. So much for marriage being a drag.

“I love you too Shika.”

“Have you enjoyed everything?” It had been a busy and emotional day but she was finally married to the love of her life. For all that it was, it was perfect for them.

“It’s been a lot but something I’ll always cherish. Can you believe that we’re actually married?” She grinned, joy sparkling in her eyes.

“Honestly, no.” He chuckled and she couldn’t help but agree. They both probably would have remained single if they hadn’t met. How their wants in life had changed.

He placed a kiss against her palm. His lips meeting the cool metal of her ring the outward symbol of his love for her. “Still, I don’t think I’ve ever been happier. Thank you for marrying me.” She nodded resting her head against his chest overwhelmed by emotion and relief.

“Are you okay?” He knew all about her worries and anxieties about leaving home. There were moments that he was genuinely afraid that her love for Suna and her brothers would outweigh her need to be with him. He’d asked her for so much. For the rest of their days, he would prove that her decision was a wise one.

She gazed out at the crowd. The people that they loved the most in the world enjoying themselves, happy and carefree. Kankuro was celebrating with the best of them and had a pretty intense drinking contest against Killer B. He was now trying to convince Garra to let loose.

“Come on Garra! Your sister just got married, you should dance!!!!”

Temari just smiled to herself watching the scene play out. Her heart felt at peace seeing them there happy and at ease. She knew that no matter where she was she carried her brothers with her.

So she nodded settling back into her husband’s arms before reaching up to kiss him. They had all been through so much and could have lost everything time and again. In the end, she had everything that she wanted.

“Yes, I have you, we’ll be together. Everything is perfect.”

This story was born from the headcannon that Kankurou wears face paint because he looks so much like his dad. He hates it so the facepaint. I have a special place in my heart for him being a middle child as well lol I love the Sand Siblings so much!!!!

Maybe one day I’ll actually write out ShikaTema’s wedding.

Thanks again for reading! Likes/Comments are never required but always appreciated!

If you're interested I have a few smutty prompts that were shared with me that I can't wait to get my hands dirty with lol and I have a few other ideas jumping around but work is starting up again soon. :sigh: I'll be back soon! Till then take care of yourself and know that I love you!

#shikatema #shikatem #shikamaru x temari #fanfic #fluff #family fluff #pre wedding jitters #sand siblings #middle child rights

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cursebreaker-lilith · 4 years

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I only posted her original profile in September, but I’ve changed some stuff and wanted to do a new drawing. Lili was pretty new to me then, and I’ve found her voice a lot more since so it only felt right to have a do over on her profile.

This is all up to the beginning of year 6.

EDIT: Some formatting changes made 5-12-21

BASICS

Name: Lilith Silvia Vesta Brooks

Nicknames: Lili, Pipsqueak, Pip

Name Meaning: Lilith references a figure from Jewish folklore, Silvia comes from her grandmother’s name and references a figure from Roman mythology, Vesta was also chosen by her grandmother and references the Roman goddess of the hearth.

Gender: Cis Female

Pronouns: She/Her

Age: 16 (Variable depending on what year I’m writing about)

Birthday: October 19th, 1972

Zodiac: Libra

Blood Status: Half-blood

Ethnicity/Nationality: White Brit

Sexuality: Self identifies primarily with queer but is okay with being called bisexual. Is also probably on both the asexual and aromantic spectrum, but the words for them hadn’t been coined in her time period.

Appearance

Body:

Height: 165cm / 5′5

Build: Average to stocky, hourglass shape

Eyes: A bright yellow-green, noticeably a bit big and round.

Hair: Pale blonde hair that is very thin and fine. She likes doing it up in different ways, from ponytails, to pigtails, to braids. Right before starting her 6th year, she cut her hair short and permed it on an impulse encouraged by her Muggle friends.

Skin: Pale skin that burns easily but quickly fades into a tan

Misc: Small and usually unnoticeable scars scattered across her hands and face from ice in the Ice Vault that will fade wholly with time (most already have by 6th year). Pierced ears--one in each lobe as a teenager but adds more as an adult.

Material Items:

Clothing: As a young child, she tried to keep up with mainstream Muggle fashion. She preferred lots of bright colors, stripes, gaudy jewelry, and scrunchies. Dear lord she loves scrunchies. As she got older however, she began to phase out of the bright colors and mainstream fashion into something which would soon be called grunge. Not completely grunge however as she still loves her statement earrings and scrunchies. Usually wears baggy/non form fitting clothing.

Accessories: Almost always wearing some sort of dangly and obnoxious statement earrings. Always has at least three scrunchies on her person.

In her school bag: Her wand, at least five scrunchies, school books and papers, books Rowan wants her to read, an old crochet penguin for good luck (her first attempt at crochet animals), crochet hooks and yarn, journal and papers related to Cursed Vault plans, at least three cool looking rocks she found on the ground.

Reference:

Face Claim: N/A

Voice Claim: N/A

Personality

Traits:

+ loyal, friendly, extroverted, responsible, mature, kind, adaptable, quick learner, resourceful, hopeful, courageous

+/— determined, good liar, intense, clever, intelligent, independent

— obsessive, untrusting, secretive, forceful, quick temper, angry, abrasive, single minded, rule breaker, rude, spiteful

Description:

Lili has a lot of pent up anger and a quick temper. She’s angry at her family, at authority, at the world. She’s not good at processing this anger and thus tends to lash out at people very often and often very cruelly and violently. She knows this and tries to keep in check but isn’t very good at doing so even as she ages. Because of her anger, she also tends to keep grudges for quite a while, even for stupid or petty reasons and is slow to admit she’s wrong.

In a better world, she would be known for her friendliness. Lili can be very friendly and relaxed. She talks first and makes a judgement second, trying to be as open minded as possible. She’s very casual yet polite and likes people being the same back to her.

Lili is determined in a way that tends towards the negative. Her laser focus on things tend to quickly become obsessions if someone she trusts doesn’t intervene quickly enough.

After her mother stopped being a parent towards her at a young age, Lili learned to take care of herself quickly. She’s become clever and resourceful in her steps to becoming independent. It’s left her mature and responsible for her age, but also untrusting and secretive, convinced she can do it on her own (or with Rowan only).

Lili is very loyal to those that earn her loyalty. For those she cares about, she would do anything. If you do something to lose that loyalty, expect harsh treatment after if Lili even deigns to speak to you. She’s not afraid of cutting people out of her life if they betray or anger her.

Other:

Likes: crafts (crochet, knitting, sewing), Rowan and Barnaby, scrunchies, dangly earrings, being busy, collecting things, fashion

Dislikes: Merula and Ismelda, Rakepick, Snape, most other Slytherins, people who get in her way, Dumbledore, Doctor Who after the 5th Doctor, not getting enough sleep, flying class

MBTI: ESTP

Alignment: Chaotic Neutral

Hogwarts

Hogwarts House: Slytherin

OWL Classes:

Astronomy: 6/10 (E)

Charms: 9/10 (O)

DADA: 9/10 (O)

Flying: 2/10 (A)

Herbology: 3/10 (A)

History of Magic: 2/10 (A)

Potions: 4/10 (A)

Transfiguration: 7/10 (E)

OWL Electives:

Ancient Runes: 9/10 (O)

Arithmancy: 6/10 (O)

Care of Magical Creatures: 6/10 (O)

NEWT Classes:

Ancient Runes: 9/10 (O)

Arithmancy: 6/10 (E)

Charms: 9/10 (O)

DADA: 9/10 (O)

Transfiguration: 7/10 (E)

Extracurriculars:

Clubs: Dueling Club (3rd-4th year), Fencing Club (2nd-5th year), Transfiguration Club (occasionally from 2nd year on)

Quidditch: N/A

Prefect or Head Boy/Girl: N/A

Best Classes:

Charms It’s the one class she’s very naturally talented at. She never needs to study much, but she barely has to try with Charms. Someday she’ll beat Ben and be the best in their year at the class.

Defense Against the Dark Arts She’s not good at this because of any professor, she’s good at this because of her excursions into the Cursed Vaults giving her practical knowledge.

Worst Classes:

Flying Listen, if people were meant to fly, then they’d have wings, or a spell letting people properly fly would be created by now. Lili will be staying on the ground, thank you very much.

Herbology She’s lived in the city her whole life and being around so many plants is strange. She doesn’t hate the class, but she does use it to catch up with her friends rather than study.

Potions She doesn’t have the patience for potions, and that’s even when she doesn’t have Snape refusing to acknowledge her existence.

Favorite Professors:

Flitwick She thinks Flitwick is great. There’s not much more to say. He’s responsible but not smothering, and still thinks well of her brother. If she ever had to pick an adult to trust, it would be Flitwick.

Kettleburn She had taken Care of Magical Creatures because Rowan had wanted a third elective and Lili didn’t want to take Muggle Studies or Divination. However, she ended up loving the class and thinks Kettleburn is hilarious. She honestly wished she could take the class NEWT level, but her schedule was already full.

Least Favorite Professors:

Snape She has a very complicated relationship with Snape. He hates her because of her brother (who he did not get along with), because she reminds him of James Potter, and because her nickname, Lili, reminds him of his lost love Lily Evans every time he hears it. Lili, of course, does not know any of this and thinks he just hates her for no reason. Jacob thought he was a Death Eater (he got that from whispers older kids who Jacob knew were definitely Death Eaters), so Lili uses that as justification to not like him.

Rakepick She never trusted her and barely liked her, even before she became a professor. Her opinion didn’t go improve any time in fifth year.

Magic

1st Wand: Blackthorn, unicorn hair, 11 3/4 in, shiny and slightly flexible

“Blackthorn, which is a very unusual wand wood, has the reputation, in my view well-merited, of being best suited to a warrior. This does not necessarily mean that its owner practises the Dark Arts (although it is undeniable that those who do so will enjoy the blackthorn wand’s prodigious power); one finds blackthorn wands among the Aurors as well as among the denizens of Azkaban.”

2nd Wand: Aspen, phoenix feather, 12 in, fairly rigid

“In my experience, aspen wand owners are generally strong-minded and determined, more likely than most to be attracted by quests and new orders; this is a wand for revolutionaries.”

Special Abilities: Natural Legilimens, Occlumency

Boggart

Form: Jacob telling her she’s useless and unwanted and that everything she’s doing is for nothing.

Riddikulus: Has not found anything yet that works

Amortentia

What they smell: the Owlery, Standard Ingredient, and something else, something she can’t figure out

What they smell like to others: Lavender, hot chocolate, campfire smoke

Patronus

Form: A goshawk. Independent and intelligent hunters who focus intently on stalking their prey.

Memory: A childhood memory of going to a fair. Jacob looked after her the entire night, and it’s one of the last times she remembers seeing both of her parents laugh.

What they see in the Mirror of Erised: Herself with her family–Jacob is there and looks like how she remembers him, and her mother and father are holding hands and smiling. As she ages, her mother and father are phased out of the image and replaced by her friends, her new family.

FAMILY

Father: David Brooks

Muggle

b. 1943

Works at an accounting firm.

In theory, he was alright with magic and the wizarding world. In practice, it unnerved him more than he could say. When his children started doing accidental magic, and when Jacob came home from Hogwarts talking about nothing but spells and magic, that was it for David. He filed for divorce in 1980 and hasn’t spoken to his ex-wife or children since. He has since married to a fellow Muggle, treating her children as his own and speaking rarely of his biological children. He doesn’t even know Jacob disappeared.

Mother: Carina Flora Brooks (nee Braddock)

Pureblood

b. 1944

Ravenclaw

Works for a wizarding travel magazine as a photographer, travels around the world frequently

She was perhaps not meant to be a mother, and would have been happier following in her brother’s shoes of travelling the world with no responsibilities. However, her mother was insisting she marry and Carina, in a fit of rebellion, decided to marry a nice Muggle she knew instead of the purebloods her mother had picked out.

Carina was never very good with either of her children, and in particular could never get along with Jacob, resorting to abuse (emotional and physical) to try to get him to behave how she wanted. Despite this, she totally shut down when Jacob disappeared, feeling like a failure. This led to her severely neglecting her daughter to wallow in her own misery day and night. It also led to an irrational hatred of Hogwarts. She refuses to read any letters sent by them and has made several subtle attempts to make Lili miss the Hogwarts Express.

Brother: Jacob Seraphinus Ulysses Brooks

Half-blood

b. March 8th, 1967

Slytherin

Currently missing.

Never able to make friends easily or keep his mouth shut, Jacob always had a hard time fitting in, so he turned to books. He preferred fiction over nonfiction, but one history book’s mention of Cursed Vaults on Hogwarts’ grounds led to a search that would dominate his, and his sister’s, life.

He was an outcast in his house and Hogwarts, besides for a few acquaintances, and instead focused on reaching his goals. He was reckless and brave (the Sorting Hat considered putting him in Gryffindor), but obsessive, secretive, and increasingly dependent on the idea of “the end justifies the means.”

Grandfather: Ambrose Braddock

Pureblood

b. 1903

Ravenclaw

Deceased

Known for being Britain’s first natural Legilimens in a century. The Braddock family is known for being a line of natural Legilimens, but none in the family had had the ability in five generations before Ambrose was born. This ended up leading to an offer of marriage from the Malfoy family who wanted the connection to this rare ability. Later realized his grandson was also a natural Legilimens, but died before he could teach Jacob more than the basics on how to control it and never realized his granddaughter also had the ability.

Died of sickness in 1975 at age 72

Grandmother: Silvia Braddock (nee Malfoy)

Pureblood

b. 1911

Slytherin

Never worked, has always been a housewife

Your typical upper class, conservative grandmother. She may not believe that strongly in pureblood mania anymore, but she still believes in things like “children should be seen, not heard,” and corporal punishment. Was in an arranged marriage to Ambrose and never really grew to love him feeling she was marrying beneath her Malfoy heritage. Fairly reclusive nowadays, only entertaining old friends for brunch and going to the occasional pureblood party.

Uncle: Victor Felinus Braddock

Pureblood wizard

b. 1940

Gryffindor

Has a different job every few months, deosn’t really needs to have one and his work ethic shows that

Considered a fun uncle by his nephew, and an annoyance by his niece. Has a lot of stories, and a slight drinking problem. While his mother was annoyed at him for having a dalliance with a Muggle-born, she was even more furious that he refused to marry Suzie. Victor didn’t want to be tied down, and left her to raise their two daughters only appearing in their lives every few years.

Cousins: Donna and Caroline Jones

Half-bloods

b. 1960 and 1975

Both Gryffindor

Welsh

Their mother Susan Jones was a Muggle-born Sorted into Gryffindor in the same year as Victor Braddock. The two have had an on again, off again relationship since their Hogwarts years that has resulted in two daughters.

Donna was sorted into Gryffindor in 1971 (meaning she would have been roommates with Lily Evans which is a coincidence I swear) and it’s easy to see why. She’s confident, brash, and blunt. She has many problems with her father and refuses to interact with that side of the family. Works in the Department of Magical Law Enforcement for the Ministry.

Caroline is the opposite of her much older sister and was surprised to find herself in Gryffindor (Sorted there in Lili’s 3rd year). She’s timid and quiet, but with a backbone hidden underneath. She wilts at any negative tones, but is always ready to extend a hand to anyone who has hurt her, even multiple times.

Step family: Sabina Brooks, Ioan and Luca Ciobanu

Muggles

b. 1949, 1975, and 1980

Immigrants from Romania to England

After divorcing Carina, David began dating Sabina shortly after and later married her, acting as a father to her two young children. The four of them live together in London.

Pets:

Alfred An easily frightened black cat that once belonged to Jacob

Doctor Hoot A large barred owl that frequently forgets it’s an owl and not a lapdog

FRIENDS

Best Friends:

Rowan Khanna Her best friend!! She originally befriended Rowan because Rowan reminded her of her muggle friend, but it soon blossomed into a different, much closer relationship. Whenever Rowan is gone, Lili doesn’t really know what to do (”I’m going to cut all the sleeves off my robes.” “Why??” “Rowan left an hour ago and she’s like 85% of my impulse control.”) and Lili would never have made it through any of the Cursed Vaults without her. She probably also would have gotten expelled for brawling and dueling in like second year without Rowan. I’m not joking about that impulse control thing.

Barnaby Lee Lili didn’t like Barnaby at first. Even before he worked for Merula, she thought he was nothing more than a stupid jock and made fun of how Snape would pick on him in Potions. Then she actually talked to him and did a complete 180. “I’ve only known Barnaby for an hour, but if anything happened to him, I would kill everyone in this room and them myself.” She liked how sweet and genuine he was despite his awful upbringing. He’s always there to support her, and she’s really grown to love him for that. He once thought he had a crush on her, but it wasn’t really romantic (”The feeling was friendship but he had never experienced it before.”).

Good Friends:

Bill Weasley He’s like the big brother Jacob should’ve been. She was not thrilled to have a complete stranger helping with the Vaults, but in hindsight she’s so very glad she listened to Rowan. Lili isn’t sure she could have gotten half of what she’s done done without Bill’s help and steadfastness.

Charlie Weasley Their friendship kind of crept up on Lili. Charlie was closer friends with Ben and Barnaby, so while Lili had a passing familiarity with him before the Forest Vault, she wouldn’t have called them friends. She was surprised when she turned out to really enjoy his company when he started helping with the Cursed Vaults.

Chiara Lobosca Chiara was someone Lili tangentially knew due to people confusing them for each other (the hair color; once Chiara hits a growth spurt and Lili doesn’t people stop). Then Lili is forced to partner with Chiara in Herbology in 3rd year, and besides seeing her Herbology grade go up the slightest bit, she finds a friend in Chiara, appreciating the girl’s seemingly infinite kindness.

Friends:

Nymphadora Tonks They get along in classes, but Lili doesn’t trust Tonks with anything serious.

Liz Tuttle The two have many overlapping friends but don’t really hang out with each other.

Badeea Ali She really respects Badeea, but they just don’t have many reasons to be around each other.

Jae Kim Lili thinks he’s hilarious and very smart, but doesn’t trust him as far as she could throw him.

It’s Complicated:

Ben Copper Probably the most complicated relationship here. She befriended him out of pity and continued their friendship because of his skill at Charms. He’s had a crush on her since they were 11 when she stood up for him which no one had ever done before. Then the Red Robed Wizard Reveal tm happened and Lili dropped him and ignored him, though he tried to make it up to her. 6th year only drives a deeper wedge between them as Lili can’t stand his recent behaviour. Ben finally confessing about his love for Lili in 6th year didn’t help mend anything either.

Tulip Karasu After finding out that Tulip had purposefully not told her about Jacob’s room, Lili instantly decided she was an undesirable but necessary ally. Lili does not like Tulip for most of their time at Hogwarts as she’s really pissed that someone would keep her brother’s things from her. Lili will talk to her about the Cursed Vaults, but they do not hang out and Lili does not consider her a friend. This really, really hurts Tulip’s feelings but Lili doesn’t really care. The relationship does get a bit better in 6th year, but it’s never going to be a close one. In a better world without the Vaults, they’d probably get along smashingly as while Lili isn’t a prankster, she has no problem egging them on.

Love Interests:

Penny Haywood Her first, longest, and most confusing crush. She was wary of Penny at first. Popular girls were rarely that 100% nice, but Penny truly was. She also had a nice smile and pretty hair and soft hands…. It took Lili quite a while (like four years and Bill telling her) to figure out it was a crush and then….she did absolutely nothing. She panicked and stopped talking to Penny for a while before sheepishly apologizing when Penny confronted her. They went to the Celestial Ball together, but “as friends.” That did not stop them from having a Moment that Lili interpreted completely wrongly and she assumed Penny didn’t like her romantically. Penny in fact did, and since Lili never reacted to their Moment in the proper way, Penny assumed that Lili wasn’t interested. The two continued having crushes on each other for the rest of their time at Hogwarts and remained close friends after they both graduated.

Talbott Winger Her second, less confusing, crush. Similar to Barnaby, Lili didn’t think much of Talbott at first. He was that one kid who was talented at Transfiguration and she once saw him chatting casually to an owl in the Owlery. He was weird and she ignored him. Then she was paired with him on a class assignment in 3rd year and a friendship bloomed despite Talbott’s protests. It was a casual thing at first, but then Lili helped Talbott find his mom’s necklace, and their talk under the stars about family and the past and future deepened their friendship. Having already figured out she had a crush on Penny by this time, she managed to get the signs that she now also had a crush on Talbott, which made her panic, again. However, since Talbott is even worse with emotions than her, she didn’t do anything drastic like she did with Penny. They went on one date in 6th year but that was going too fast for Talbott and they decided to stay friends until Talbott felt more comfortable being around people. Lili took this….mostly gracefully.

Diego Caplan The two met in the Dueling Club in 4th year. Diego was impressed with Lili’s skill and tried to befriend her and also maybe flirt with her a bit. Lili, who tends to gravitate towards people who are unashamedly themselves, found his over the top flirting hilarious and was instantly endeared to Diego. She really enjoyed being around him, finding his lightheartedness helped her forget some of her troubles with the Cursed Vaults, especially in 5th year. He asked her out on a date, her first one, and she agreed. She enjoyed the date, but 5th year was the peak of her obsession with the Cursed Vaults so she broke it off. They later dated again during 6th year, after Lili’s one date with Talbott.

Dormmates:

Rowan Khanna see above

Desdemona Selwyn An OC. Their entire relationship can be explained with that one text post that’s like “Bitch.” “Blocked.” “Wait unblock me I need to tell you something.” “Unblocked.” “Bitch.”

Vidalia Barrows An OC. Lili has said like two sentences to Vidalia and she plans to keep it that way. Vidalia just eats and sleeps and does whatever Desdemona says to do.

Doesn’t Interact:

Murphy McNully/Skye Parkin/Orion Amari/Erika Rath She’s not involved in Quidditch.

Andre Egwu I just can’t think of a way to work him into the plot lol They would get along somewhat well otherwise.

Enemies:

Merula Snyde Hated each other’s guts for a while. Then Lili gave up her Frog Choir spot and Merula gained a small crush (even if Lili was a total ass about giving it up). While they’ll never be friends, by the time of 5th and 6th year they’ve become reluctant allies similar to Lili and Tulip above. Lili will probably never totally befriend her, but she’s learned to be civil and that’s progress.

Ismelda Murk Lili doesn’t really like Ismelda but she considers her all bark and no bite. Ismelda hates Lili because she thinks Lili and Barnaby are gonna end up dating and is jealous.

Desdemona Selwyn An OC. See above.

Most of Slytherin House Lili has never been shy about being half Muggle and being proud of it, and in a house that still worships Voldemort, that sets her apart. The few that don’t find her being pro-Muggle distasteful don’t want to be exiles in their own dorms and avoid talking to her.

Story

Childhood:

Lili’s childhood was never that great. Her parents fought frequently over her and Jacob’s use of accidental magic, and this eventually caused them to divorce when Lili was 9. Her mother in particular was emotionally and physically abusive but Jacob spared her from the worst of it.

Jacob was always the best part of her childhood. She loved her parents, but Jacob was the person she always looked forward to seeing. When he went to Hogwarts, she was upset for weeks, and when he went missing, she was devastated (especially as he went missing the night of her birthday).

Her mother didn’t take it well. Carina was not particularly close with Jacob, but this obviously big failure of her as a parent hit her hard. She became very emotionally withdrawn from Lili and threw herself into her photography work, leaving the country, and Lili, for weeks at a time.

Lili had to become very independent very quickly after that. That, plus the fact that she didn’t have any non-Muggle friends meant she trusted very few people and lied often. Getting her Hogwarts letter was a relief and a promise of freedom

Hogwarts:

: )

see here: https://archiveofourown.org/series/1467043

Adulthood:

Lili is very distraught after graduation and leaves everyone she knows behind to travel Europe and find herself. She spends several years doing this, helping people and doing odd jobs.

Eventually, she finds that she has a talent for languages, picking up a few easily in her travels, and starts to consider possibly doing something related to language whenever she goes back to Britain.

Miscellaneous

She fuckin loves scrunchies.

Has lived in a Muggle neighbourhood her whole life.

Likes muggle TV. Grew up watching Doctor Who. Not impressed with the 6th Doctor, and glad she was away at Hogwarts during his run. Favorite Doctor is the 4th and she knit herself her own version of his scarf.

Likes collecting things! She loves cool rocks on the sidewalk, tacky tourist souvenirs, and things you find for $1 in a thrift store.

She can knit, crochet and sew. She likes making little crochet animals and giving them to friends (or just keeping them and having a plushy empire around her bed).

Loves having her photo taken and has a whole collection of photos, but hates taking photos. It reminds her of her mother.

One of her Muggle friends got her into fencing. She thought it would be useful to hone her athletic skills with, so she continued doing it when she went back to Hogwarts in the fall.

The type of person who needs to be doing something 24/7. When she doesn’t have anything to focus on, she tends to be all over the place and rather annoying.

Quieter and more complacent as a kid. it was after her family broke apart that the need to be so driven started to become a part of her personality.

Love Like You from Steven Universe is a song for her and Jacob (from Jacob’s POV)

Chameleon by Michela is a song that fits her

Tropes:

Big Brother Worship

Determinator

Family Eye Resemblance

Good is Not Nice

Hair Trigger Temper

Jerk with a Heart of Gold

Parental Neglect

#hphm #harry potter hogwarts mystery #hogwarts mystery #hphm mc #jacob's sibling #jacobs sibling #lili brooks #art be mine #this is super long lol #pls enjoy #texttexttext post

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To Be So Lonely [Draco Malfoy] 18

Rating: PG-13 Pairings: Draco Malfoy/OC Chapter warnings: Violence! Blood!

CHAPTER MASTERLIST MY MASTERLIST

"By far the most horrifying thing to happen at the World Cup was Saintday's make over," Pansy scoffed bitterly with a deep frown on her features.

Daphne who had been sitting in the same train compartment as Malfoy, Zabini and Parkinson lightly rolled her eyes. She had been growing sick and tired of Pansy's pessimistic attitude and the fact she seemed to criticize everything and everyone around her. She had no doubt the standards also applied to her behind her back.

"I liked it," Daphne said tossing a strand of hair over her shoulder vainly. "You're awfully picky and even you fancied it, didn't you Blaise?"

"Saintday might actually look decent now, but she's still as wicked as a doxy. You can see it in her eyes.” Zabini said lowering the copy of the Daily Prophet he was reading. The cover of it depicting the Dark Mark that had been casted over the Quidditch World Cup campgrounds. “Not that I mind,” He added slimily the edge of his lip turning up.

Draco fought the urge to roll his eyes, he simply kept a disinterested gaze focused on the blurring greens and blues outside of the window. Nel’s eyes, doxy like wouldn’t have been how he described them. Maybe he would’ve used the word intense, usually pregnant with a strong emotion be it rage, sadness, mischief and on rare occasions joy. Like when she took the first bite of a lemon tart or whenever Ireland scored back at the Quidditch World Cup.

“What do you think Draco?” Pansy who looked beyond irritated tossed the question at him. “Hm?” He asked after a moment suddenly caught off-guard.

“See, he didn’t even notice,” Satisfied by his disinterest in the topic. Pansy rolled her eyes towards her friend. “You know what they say. You can’t make a silk purse out of a sow’s ear,” She said nastily. “Snelly Nelly might have a new wardrobe but she’s still a graceless, nameless clod. Even the Lestrange wouldn’t claim her.”

“Stars, Pansy, are you always so unbearable?” Daphne scoffed fully annoyed before standing up and leaving the compartment. Her attitude getting on the last of her nerves.

“What?” Pansy looked at her incredulously a confused look on her pug like face. “Was it something I said?”

Daphne shut the door behind her. Blaise nudged Malfoy who seemed completely out of tune with reality.

“Something on your mind?” The Egyptian boy asked his friend partly concerned but more in a nosey matter.

Xxxxx

‘Mr. Black, I really wish we could have had a more proper conversation when we met. I have a lot of questions and it seems like we have reached a miscommunication, so here I am, writing to you demanding asking for an explanation. Seeking answers to unanswered questions.

You claimed you ‘saved’ me from some very dark people. Who? Why? How did you find me? Why did you take me away from this ‘bad’ place? I don’t mean to preach about my miserable young life, but perhaps things would have been better this way. Maybe then I wouldn’t have grown up in a hellish orphanage where I was locked up in a dark room in isolation and starved for most of my life. Or adopted by a Pureblood fanatic who keeps me tied to a chair in a locked room.

Why did you steal my life?

Why didn’t you kill me?

Why did you take me?”

I hope this letter isn’t an inconvenience, but I really need answers.

E. Saintday.’

The compartment’s door opened and Nel raised her eyes from the parchment she was currently writing as she lay spread across the emerald green seat.

“Hey Daphne!” Tracey greeted with a chirp as their chamber mate slid into the compartment. Theodore seemed to sit up, run a hand through his hair and lower the book he was reading.

“Greengrass,” Nel acknowledged and lowered her feet when the girl took a seat on the same side as her. She didn’t ask why she had bothered to grace them with her presence much too preoccupied in sealing the letter she would give to Harry when she saw him.

“How are you Elowen?” She greeted politely. “I heard you got lost at the Quidditch match,” she said tucking her skirt under her legs as she took a seat. The girl raised her dark eyes and looked at Theo and Tracey who had probably shared his information with the blonde. Then down at the newspaper she was using to support her writing. The cover of the newspaper of course had the horrifying capture of the Death Mark moving in the front. The fanged skull that had a snake crawling and knotting in a silent scream. It was chilling.

“Are we not going to talk about it?” The girl asked sitting up.

An awkward silence filled the compartment at what the orphan was insinuating. Of course, she had heard the rumors before, of course she knew what kind of people most of the parents of her Slytherin peers were. Death Eaters. Loyal followers of You-Know-Who. People who idolized and worshipped the purity of Wizard blood, or so was what she had gathered from living with the Lestranges.

“All of you knew. Didn’t you?” She accused with a serious expression.

“Nel, I-I didn’t,” Tracey shook her head. “I was with my dad.” She said defensibly bringing a hand to her chest. Her eyes darted to Theodore who let out an exhausted sight. “I knew something was coming, but not- nothing like that,” he said darkly lowering his gaze in shame at the activities his father engaged in.

“Did you?” She analyzed Daphne’s face carefully for any sign of betrayal or evidence she was lying. “No. Dad said he wanted me home early and that’s that.”

She chewed on the inside of her cheek processing their words. As far as she knew the apple didn’t fall far from the tree. Not that she had ever heard any of them make any vulgar comments or focus on the blood status of other people.

“You don’t understand,” Theodore slammed his book shut quite dramatically and sat up. His nostrils lightly flaring as his expression turned into an angry one at his friend’s judgment. “I am not my father. I don’t subscribe to that agenda and you know that Elowen and I don’t care what you or anybody else thinks. I am not my father!” He snapped furiously his voice raising in the loud sentence.

The girls all looked a little struck by his anger. It seemed like a nerve had been struck.

“Theo,” Tracey reached out and placed a comforting arm on his shoulder. “We know,” She said quietly.

Just like Theodore didn’t know what happened to Elowen behind Wool’s closed doors or in La Maison de Lestrange she didn’t know what happened to him behind closed doors. All she knew was that his mother had tragically passed away when he was young.

“I understand,” Daphne spoke quietly, toying with her thumbs almost as in shame. “I do think things are easier if, well, bloods don’t mix, but things are far much worse with You-Know-Who around. Him coming back… It would be like a storm with no end. Not just for muggleborns, but for all of us.”

A sullen silence filled the room. The Slytherins looked down in shame, unsure how to continue. How to carry on a conversation that was much too painful and made them vulnerable to each other. The room felt suddenly void of any air. It was almost unbearable. Tracey eyed the small window of the compartment praying that the trolley lady would interrupt and just break the tension between the four.

“In other news-“ Nel butted thankfully and Daphne looked at her confused as she stood on the seat and waved her arms comically as she tried to find her balance. “I’ve got a secret,” She teased mischievously wiggling her eyebrows.

“What is it?” Tracey inquired suddenly sharing her mood for mischief. Relived that somebody had changed the gloomy topic.

“You have to guess,” She teased.

“It could literally be anything,” Theodore protested. “Don’t tell me you’re somehow related to Potter, Weazelbee or some painful sort of story like that.”

Nel smiled wickedly before opening her trunk and pulling out a piece of paper which she now kept hidden under her shirt. “Normally I wouldn’t do this,” She said shrugging casually. “But it’ll give us something else to dissect.”

It was true.

“I met a boy,” she said bringing a hand to her mouth to hide her growing smile.

“Pretty boy Diggory?” Theodore scoffed. “What!” Tracey exclaimed excitedly leaning on the edge of her seat. Daphne looked surprised at her revelation.

“Under love’s heavy burden do I sink,” She struck her chest dramatically as she quoted Shakespeare before collapsing on top of Daphne who lightly shrieked at the impact. She figured none of them would catch that reference. “Let’s keep this in the compartment shall we Daph?” She said directly to the blonde still with a smile on her face.

“Who?” All three leaned forward intrigued sounding more like a chorus of owls than their usual selves.

Nel sat up straight removing herself from Daphne’s lap and pulled out the animated photograph she had been hiding inside of her shirt. Both Tracey and Theodore squinted their eyes taking the picture in their hands looking at the square faced, thin stranger, with dreamy eyes and curly dark waves. They were about to ask who it was when Daphne beat them to it.

“Ellar Lestrange?” She gawped eyes wide at the reveal, being familiar with the older teen.

“Lestrange?” Tracey’s expression twisted to one of pure confusion.

“Isn’t he…” Theo tip toed around the subject. “Your adoptive brother?” A smile cracked on his face before her two friends began laughing obnoxiously. “He’s not my brother!” She snapped flustered before snatching the picture back into her safe keeping. He really wasn’t. She hoped that Cloelia wouldn’t notice she had swiped it from one of her frames.

“You’re in love with your brother!” Theodore laughed the loudest even clutching his stomach as he tossed his head back. “Merlin, that’s revolting Nel!” Tracey added also laughing.

“We are not related,” She stuck her tongue out.

It was true. Her an Ellar were not related by blood as far as she knew. The two looked nothing alike. They didn’t even share the same last name and Cloelia was far from being a motherly figure to her.

“Also, I’m not in love with him,” She rolled her eyes. She really just fancied the boy.

“Sure, you just happen to be carrying a picture of him.”

The three were laughing while Daphne remained extremely quiet. Of course, she was familiar with the young man’s name and infamous reputation.

“Does he fancy you back?” Daphne asked combing her hair in almost a nervous manner. “Well...” Saintday looked up appearing lost in thought for a moment.

Ellar was… odd. He was complicated. He was older. Maybe it was something that came with age. Somedays he’d be terribly rude, other’s he’d join her in the private study and tell her stories about his days in Beauxbaton and the two would sip some wine behind his mother’s back. He had kissed her hand that one time, he told her he liked her dresses. Sometimes she would catch him starring at her from across the table. However, in the last week- the last time she had seen him was at the Quidditch World Cup. She didn’t know if he had returned home or not. If he had, he hadn’t bothered with seeing or even setting her free from the binds that kept her tied up to the chair in her room for that hellish week.

“I don’t know,” She sighed suddenly sounding tired. “He’s a student at Beauxbaton so he’s going to be at Hogwarts for the year! Maybe, we’ll see,” She said coyly.

Daphne couldn’t sit idly by any longer. She had to say something. “Oh,” The blonde broke her silence. “You do not want a guy like Ellar Lestrange to like you,” she warned shaking her head slightly. “I have a cousin that worked with him at the French Ministry of Magic, she says he’s, well, unwell.”

All three turned to look at Daphne with a confused expression. What did that even mean.

“What I’m trying to say is he’s not the best company to keep around.”

Tracey and Theo looked at their crushing friend somewhat concerned. Nel on the other hand raspberried at Daphne’s warning.

“Please,” She half scoffed in a dismissive tone. “I live with the bloke. He’s not half bad.”

“Right,” Theo added biting his lower lip. “Because he’s your brother!” Tracey laughed loudly.

Elowen crossed her hands over her chest and sank into her seat casting her friends an irritated look. “Not my brother,” She grumbled under her breath.

Again, he really wasn’t.

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