#Warmth and Depth

[drsilasaslan]

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[sainz100]

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[canisalbus]

hey i was listening to take me to church my hozier and youre probably already aware but . that song fits vasco and machete so fucking well i think. im so. hnrjrgjfhkndhfjkf these gayass dogs have invaded my head

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[aventurineswife]

can you do a christmas-centric fic with a dog-human hybrid gn!reader in which he gets them a new dog toy?

In the Spirit of the Season

Tags: Aventurine x Reader, Sampo x Reader, Dog-Human Hybrid!Reader, Winter Special, Fluff, Christmas , Gift-Giving, Companion Bond, Emotional Depth, Light Manipulation (Aventurine), Subtle Warmth (Sampo), Soft Moments.

Warnings: Mild manipulation, Slightly melancholic undertones in Aventurine's part but nothing major.

The holiday season was a rare moment of peace for Aventurine, a time when the ceaseless political games and high-stakes gambles paused, if only briefly. His lavish penthouse, perched high above the city, was decorated with the finest ornaments. A large, glittering tree stood in the corner, its branches adorned with a mix of gold and silver baubles, but the centerpiece was a peculiar one—a set of dog-themed ornaments scattered around the tree.

Aventurine sat by the window, the early evening glow casting a soft light over his features. His eyes flicked toward the canine hybrid standing in the middle of the room, tilting its head inquisitively. You, the dog-human hybrid, were the one he had rescued from the streets years ago. Over time, your loyalty and companionship had become one of the few things in his life that wasn't a game of manipulation. For all his calculating demeanor, you were one of the very few things he could genuinely care for.

"Are you still staring at that box?" he asked, his voice a soft, amused drawl as you eyed the gift box under the tree, your ears twitching with curiosity. Aventurine's lips curled into a knowing grin. "I suppose you're wondering if it's for you, hm?"

The hybrid nature of your being made it difficult for you to vocalize your excitement, but the gleam in your eyes spoke volumes. Aventurine chuckled and, with his usual flamboyance, walked over and kneeled before you, placing the box in your hands. "It's Christmas," he said, offering the gift with a dramatic flair, "and you've been such a good companion. I figured you deserve something a little special."

You eagerly ripped open the box, and inside was a new dog toy, a plush bone decorated with a mix of red and green fabric that seemed to shimmer in the soft lighting. It was a toy that, like you, had an air of elegance yet function—something that would entertain yet serve as a reminder of his love, masked in his usual complex way.

"Well?" he asked with feigned nonchalance, though there was a soft glint in his eyes. "Is it to your liking?"

You responded with a wag of your tail and an excited bark, your dog-like joy far more genuine than any of the high-society gambits he was used to. In that moment, Aventurine couldn’t help but smile, a smile that wasn't fake, that wasn't a mask for his true feelings. He knelt closer, ruffling your head affectionately, the sharp edges of his usual arrogance softened by the tender moment.

"It's strange," he mused aloud, watching you enjoy the toy, "how something so simple can make everything else feel... less important."

The night grew darker, the city lights below twinkling like stars. Aventurine leaned back in his chair, watching you happily play with your new toy. For all the high-stakes games he had played, for all the manipulations and betrayals, this moment with you—this simple moment of joy—felt like the rarest win of all.

Sampo had never been one for traditions. Christmas was just another excuse to indulge in a bit of frivolity, to make deals under the guise of festivity, and to fill his pockets with a few extra credits. But as he stood outside the door, the chilly winter air nipping at his skin, something was different.

The hybrid dog-human you were, loyal and affectionate, had always been an unexpected part of his life. A few years ago, you’d wandered into his life like a stray, and despite himself, Sampo had grown fond of you. Not in the way most would think, but in his own peculiar way—enough to keep you around, at least.

He knocked, smooth as ever, his usual grin plastered on his face. "I know, I know, you didn’t expect a visit from ol’ Sampo on Christmas Eve, but here I am," he called out, his voice warm and inviting. "Got something special for ya!"

When you opened the door, his eyes immediately landed on you—your dog ears perked up in surprise. Sampo held out a brightly wrapped package, tied with a flashy red ribbon. "For you, my friend. A little token of appreciation for being such a loyal... companion."

You sniffed the package, your eyes narrowing in suspicion as you could sense the usual cunning behind Sampo's antics. But curiosity got the better of you, and you gingerly took the gift from his hands.

Unwrapping the package revealed a colorful, squeaky ball—an odd gift, given Sampo's tendency to prefer more… elaborate schemes. It was, however, clearly chosen with some thought, and as you rolled it across the floor, you could feel the novelty of the gesture.

Sampo let out a light chuckle, his voice smooth. "It's got that squeaky thing, y'know, to keep you entertained. Thought you might like it. You’re always so serious, thought you could use something a little less... businesslike."

The grin on his face betrayed his attempt at playing it cool, but there was a subtle warmth in his eyes as he watched you chase after the ball. For all his self-serving nature, this small act of kindness felt oddly genuine.

"Don’t get used to it," he added with a wink, his mischievous smile returning. "I’m not in the business of giving away free gifts, but hey, consider it a special deal—just for you."

You pounced on the ball, your tail wagging happily as Sampo leaned against the doorframe, a satisfied smirk tugging at his lips. He would never admit it aloud, but in this moment, surrounded by the quiet of Christmas, there was something comforting about seeing you so happy. Maybe, just maybe, it wasn't all about profit. Maybe, there was a little more to the season than Sampo was willing to acknowledge.

As you rolled the ball back toward him, Sampo took a slow breath, the edges of his grin softening just a fraction. "Don’t get any ideas," he said with a playful tone. "But you're welcome."

And just like that, the holiday night felt a little less about the deals, and more about the simple joy of giving.

[marclamhofer]

[itspileofgoodthings]

ALSO I am learning how to teach very introverted students, something my natural skillset as a teacher does not help me with.

[usertoxicyaoi]

"What I want is simple. I just want a love that isn't shared."

STAY WITH ME (2023). Episode 9.

[deelightful54]

Is the CelinaxRodge relationship... Growing on me?

[disneydatass]

What would I give if I could live out of these waters?

What would I pay to spend a day warm on the sand?

[brilliantorinsane]

Spock: Has it occurred to you there's a certain ... inefficiency in constantly questioning me on things you've already made up your mind about?

Kirk: It gives me emotional security. *soft smile*

Spock: *tiny, thoughtful smile*

Kirk: *warm gaze intensifies*

They are so ,

[evercelle]

ousai vs saiou?

[tes-trash-blog]

Omg so I'm coming to you bc Im making a quiz rn about the elf races in TES and one of the questions revolves around animals and I'm having a hard time thinking of one to assign to snow elves. I'm trying to think of animals that live in snowy or cold environments, specifically ones that live in modern day skyrim but I can't decide. So the question is, what animals do you think would have been significant to the Falmer? I was thinking maybe a wolf or a whale because of its long lifespan and conservation status.

Oh goodness, just one animal. That's a tough one!

If I had to absolutely choose from canon, my first instinct says the vale deer for the modern day Falmer: it's an animal that is hunted down and killed yet persists, albeit changed from years spent in the darkness.

The Ancient Falmer are a bit more of a challenge. What would differentiate them from the Altmer and Ayleids while maintaining the whole Elven aesthetic and Aurielic belief? Gyrfalcons and goshawks feel a bit too on the nose, but have an undeniable appeal because they follow the Elven/avian motif and they're just so damn pretty.

Not even bringing up my Mary Sue Snow Elf whose name basically means "little blackbird (affectionate)"

Wolves are also up there for me, especially with the Mara as Wolfmother headcanon, though I see this more as a guardian role. Mara gave up her divinity to watch over her fathers' favored ones.

Snow whales also deeply appeal to me, and I can see their fates inextricably intertwined: Both were mythical, and both were eventually hunted to hell. As with the Falmer, the snow whales are no more.

[bmpmp3]

When teto sv was announced a lot of people kept saying genbu was obsolete, which I never thought was very accurate because WHILE I do think his brief sidehustle of vaguely impersonating utauloids (to... debatable results) is a bit funny, outside of like maybe five users that was never his main use-case as a vocal synthesizer. His primary purpose, at least from what I've seen in the greater vocal synth community, always seemed more like it was to be the only mid-deep toned masc Japanese synthv voice with a free version that people can throw in the background vocals of their other covers. His true rival was never teto SV so much as it is the lite bank kiyoteru will most likely release with. That school teacher might shoot him dead. He might kill him. He might kill him.

[ghostdrinkssoup]

there are only two types of big wet brown eyes: darling babygirl and satan incarnate

[7roaches]

sorrry ppl who donr follow me for utmv dtuff & sorry canon-strict ppll but nm & killer r soo incredibly important to me can u imagine being the embodiment the literal proof that there is bad and pain in this world or being the loowest of the low & then you have a silly bestfriend who u loveclove love lovr love so mjch & ur so fucked up u dont know where u end & your reluctant life purpose begins but u have a silly bestrfriend who wraps your wounds and youure all he reallyneeds & hes all you really need do you get it. do you get it. do you get it.

[strixcattus]

How I expected writing my ending analysis post would go:

How it's actually going: