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if you’re comfortable writing this, could i please request the riddlers with an s/o who has a daddy kink?

a/n: ooohhh this will be interesting lol I skipped hush (dcau) riddler only because I was kinda running out of steam and I felt like I was repeating certain points rip so sorry in advance, but also also special shout out to Snow @fallingpapersnow for her input for Young Justice Riddler’s section, I was a little stuck on how yj would manage and needed an expert opinion so much thanks to her for the assist! 💚💚

Content Warning: mildly suggestive dialogue and scenarios related to daddy kinks

The Riddlers with a S/O That Has a Daddy Kink

Arkhamverse Riddler:

W-What did you just call him? 

Of all the authoritative names he permits you to call him, i.e. sir and mister and such..

He doesn’t recall…ehh…daddy being one of them. 

He’s put off by it at first (man has unresolved dad issues mind you)

However, when you blend it in with the normal “sir”s and “mister”s. 

Ed sees it as another form of having dominance over you (as he should, mind you)

Ed grows to tolerate it, only allowing you to call him that when you two are alone.

He’ll still prefer sir over daddy any day. 

But he won’t snear at you begging him, daddy, to make you cum only Edward Nygma can.

Reevesverse/Dano Riddler:

Edward is unsure about it.

He understands the reasonings behind it (hi dad kink meet mommy kink)

It will be awkward at first, he doesn’t exactly see himself as “daddy” material.

He’s just Eddie, he still blushes when you call him baby.

He’s practically a tomato when you call him daddy

That is unless…until The Riddler begins. 

When he’s in full get-up you only call him Riddler or Daddy and nothing else. 

Edward quickly gets used to the term, it makes him feel bigger without having to don a mask.

Gotham Riddler:

It surprises him at first.

But he’s so into it. 

If it were season 1 Eddie, probably not so much.

However, as he’s slowly giving into his more dominant and confident personality…

Being called Daddy by you just fuels that personality more. 

Ed smirks proudly whenever you refer to him as Daddy.

He enjoys “disciplining” you (so do you) when you two are alone. 

Edward absolutely relishes in the dynamic.

BTAS Riddler:

Man’s face is flushed red so badly right now.

Umm…this is new territory for him. 

Ed is game to try although it’ll take some getting used to.

You may have to explain to him the dynamics, but no fear, Edward is a fast learner. 

Once he understands the logistics, he is all in. 

He adores the attention, a sort of power trip, but not one he will take advantage of. 

Edward enjoys spoiling you when he can as much as he does teasingly chastising you. 

Edward was usually the one that was putty in your hands, but it’s nice for the roles to be reversed every once in a while.

Zero Year/Capullo Riddler:

Oh, he's so into it. 

Probably is, he would be the worst fucking daddy. 

The power trip would totally go to his head.

Unlike the others, he will absolutely take advantage of it. 

He's very much into chastising and correcting you. 

And he loves it even more when you try and act like a brat.

Ed will promise a fulfilling reward for you are being a good girl/boy/kid

But honestly man's would just do the bare minimum.

TWOJAR Riddler:

I mean this kink is basically a given with this Ed.

He's prime daddy material 

He is the dominant one in the relationship.

So to have you into the idea of seeing him as "daddy", is perfect for him.

This Edward gives you the best praises. 

He doesn't care if you call him daddy in public.

Ed would actually much prefer it if you did. 

In fact if you don't, he has punishments that are just as harsh as he praises are sweet.

Gotham City Sirens Riddler:

He’s surprised at first

But definitely into it. 

Edward loves to have you perched on his desk.

Or have you sitting on his lap while he works on a case at his desk.

Ed also thrives off the attention and your submissive nature towards him.

But he won't make you or pressure you to do something you aren't comfortable with.

Much like other Riddlers, this Ed prefers to keep the dynamic to a private setting. 

Random note; Ed definitely knows he has fucked up somewhere when you don't call him daddy or other endearing terms.

Telltale Riddler:

Pfft more like granddaddy (*gets shot*)

Edward is aware he’s very much your senior.

Any terms to further prove that he’s the older one, the smarter one, the more dominant one…he’s all in for.

Daddy included.

Although he much prefers it when you use that term when the two of you are alone.

Especially when you two are engaging in some explicit activities. 

He won’t ever admit it, not directly, but it definitely terms him on when you whisper it in his ear.

Or if you do something that would normally agitate him, but soften the apology with “daddy”

Young Justice Riddler:

Oh boy…oh dear…oh god…oh jeez. 

Absolutely clueless and speechless on what to do or how to react to this info. 

But he does adore you and want to make you happy, some he does his homework. 

He almost has a heart attack reading some of the material but it does help him. 

If you want this kink fulfilled you have to encourage him

As well as give him pointers, no matter how cringy it maybe at first. 

Or how to keep the momentum going despite him flushing red and stuttering his words. 

With time he does get more confident and comfortable with it. 

Literally the sweetest daddy too

[riddle-me-ri]

If the Valentine's Day event is still happening I'd like to try NSFW alphabet with Pre Hush Eddie please. Random letters being A E G M N and it's definitely not my name in alphabetical order. Deadass my relationship with that Eddie is "it's complicated" blame the twist LMAOOOOO

a/n: oof i hear you anon, my feelings toward the dcau hush movie eddie is incredibly complicated lol, like i love his voice and design and attitude but but my god that twist just undos…so much lol but I gotchu hope you enjoy and congrats on being the first to do the NSFW alphabet prompt lol

Content Warning: brief mentions of sexual activity but nothing outright explicit. 

Hush(DCAU) Pre-Hush Riddler - NSFW Alphabet (A, E, G, M, N)

A - Aftercare (what they're like after sex)

This is probably the moment in time that Edward is the most relaxed. He's sweet, sentimental and extremely present with you as he lays an arm around you to pull you closer to him (he also worries deep down you will leave please don't leave)

E - Experience (how experienced are they? do they know what they're doing?)

He knows what he's doing on the basis that he's not a buffoon and clearly he's learned what happens during sex or how it should go…but expect the first couple times to be incredibly awkward for him.

G - Goofy (are they more serious in the moment? are they humorous? etc.)

Ed takes it almost ridiculously serious at first. Worried that it may ruin the moment or you may make fun of him for it later, it will be up to you to help him relax and be comfortable to laugh and joke around during sex.

M - Motivation (what turns them on, gets them going)

Please, please praise this man. Tell him how much you want him, adore and admire him..how lucky you are to be with him. There is no greater turn on for him than you being all into him and giving him the attention he has always craved. 

N - No (something they wouldn't do, turn offs)

Absolutely will not be into any sort of impact play, no hitting, slapping, not even spanking I don't think. It brings bad memories for him and his beatings with Batman so yeah…nothing like that.

[riddle-me-ri]

Hi, I'm a big of your writing and wanted to request something please. How would the different Riddler react to the reader dying in their arms, possibly due to the work of another villain or saving Ed from and accident. I'd also love to see this for the different hatters and scarecrows but if that's too much to ask I totalumderstanding.

Thank you very much, please keep writing your amazing stuff 😁😁😁

a/n: oohh angst I love it! I can most certainly do that for you! I will say that is a lot to ask in one post lol, but I will do the Riddlers since it’s been a hot minute, and I may continue and do the rest of the dork squad when I get the chance or if someone requests it. Also I left most of how the injuries were sustained up in the air, so you could imagine what caused them. I’m glad you’ve been enjoying my writin💚

Content Warning: death mention…multiple times, a wee mention of violence, and some blood/gore mentions, and heavy angst.

The Riddlers React to Reader Dying in Their Arms

Arkhamverse Riddler:

Much like most everything else, he's absolutely in denial. 

You're already gone but in his panic he believes shaking you will jolt you back to life. 

For a moment his mind clears and he tries to patch you up, tries CPR, tries anything…

But there's no denying it…you're gone and all he can do is just hold you. 

Edward has promised himself early on in his childhood to no longer cry for anything or anyone. 

But no one else is there to stop the flow as he clings to your lifeless body. 

And unfortunately for Edward there's no one else to blame…

Reevesverse/Dano Riddler: 

Edward is hyperventilating through the mask. 

He was always afraid of this. 

From the moment he let you step foot in his life as the Riddler.

Edward is doing what he can to patch up your gunshot wound.

But there’s so much blood, like it was one of his crime scenes. 

Your pained screams rang in his ear. 

The only thing that was louder was the heavy silence that fell in the room when you were gone. 

Gotham Riddler:

No…no…NO…NO…NO!

He WON’T LOSE YOU!

He CAN’T LOSE YOU!!

Edward tries to mend your wounds.

He shakes his head as you tell him goodbye, to find someone else.

He shakes his head, he knows that no matter how hard he may look, even if he did.

There would never be anyone compared to you.

BTAS Riddler:

Edward is in a state of sheer panic. 

He’s cradling you while trying to think of a solution. 

The ambulance is on it’s way but not nearly quick enough.

He tries to make you comfortable as possible, trying to stop the blood. 

Your breaths are choppy and every exhale was getting shorter. 

All he can think of to do is tell you he loves you over and over. 

You tell him you love him too before you pass. 

Zero Year/Capullo Riddler:

Somewhat like Arkham Riddler, he’s in denial.

For once, his ego doesn’t get in the way. 

He doesn’t care how it looks when he falls to his knees next to your limpless body.

He doesn’t care that his clothes are being stained in blood. 

Edward was used to bouncing back whenever he faced any shortcomings…

But he doubt there was any coming back from this.

The one person who tolerated him long enough to see past his persona was gone.

TWOJAR Riddler:

Edward is frozen; as if time stood still.

He saw the fear and pain in your eyes as the knife that was driven into you slowly pulled out of your body.

It wasn’t until your body fell that Edward found the momentum to run towards you.

The assailant is gone, but Edward is more concerned about you.

Your body convulses as you struggle to breath, choking on your own blood.

He calls out your name, begging you to calm down, that everything will be okay.

Before you die, you hear a soft choked whisper; “I’m sorry.”

Gotham City Sirens Riddler:

This is what he feared the most. 

When you began dating him, he was always worried about his work catching up to you and him.

For once, he loathed how he was right all the damn time. 

He’s instantly trying to heal you, but you keep asking him to stop with your dying breath.

You just want him to listen…something he often struggled with.

You ask him not to live in regret, that this is what you wanted, and that it’s not his fault. 

Edward nods understandingly, before you die and small tears begin to fall.

Telltale Riddler: 

Edward wasn’t scared much of anything…but this was his worst nightmare.

He’s torn between going after the person who did this or staying by your side. 

When you call to him, that answers the question for him. 

He can heal you–He WILL heal you. 

But you have to be strong, you have to hang on, you have to stay with him…

Yet, Ed can’t deny your body going cold and your heartbeat slowing down to a stop.

He whispers quiet apologies before reaching and closing your eyelids so you can rest in peace.

Young Justice Riddler:

Eddie is an absolute mess.

He’s fighting back tears, but they still fall continuously past his eyes.

His voice cracks even more as he begs you to hang in there. 

He scrambles to get an aid kit, to stop the bleeding and try to get your breathing regulated.

Deep down he’s kicking himself, maybe if he was more competent you didn’t need to come in and save him.

Your trying to reassure him, that no matter what everything will be okay…

But nothing is okay when your eyes close and your head rolled back.

Hush (DCAU) Riddler:

For once Ed wished he would go instead. 

He’s the one with cancer, he’s bound to die.

He’s more than willing to go if it meant you got to stay.

Edward knew you wouldn’t agree, but none of that matters now as you’re slowly fading. 

No matter how hard Ed tried to rack his brain on how to save you, he knew all he could really do was make you comfortable.

He tries to appear strong for you, as you two share sweet memories and sweet nothings. 

At least he was able to be with you for those final moments before being dragged back to Arkham.

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I know Arkhamverse has trauma from being strangled, but I always want to kiss EVERY SINGLE RIDDLER on his neck! And that got me thinking... So I have to ask, how do the Riddlers feel about their necks? Like are any of them sensitive? Ticklish? Are any against their neck being touched? Do any love when their s/o goes for their neck?

A/N: okay but anon…how…how did you know I'm an absolute sucker for neck kisses?? Both giving and receiving?? Decided to go more headcanons this route, hope that's all right anon!

Neck Kisses with the Riddlers

Arkhamverse Riddler:

- Okay but out of most of these Riddlers, Arkham Eddie is by far the most sensitive with his neck.

- You’ve seen how Batman literally drags and manhandles him by the throat every chance he gets. 

- The minute you even reach out to cup his face, this poor man flinches on instinct.

- I know you love neck kisses, but don’t expect to be able to give this Eddie any…for a long, long, while. 

- For you to touch him, let alone kiss him, in such a vulnerable, previously abused countless times location. He has to trust you. 

- And Ed doesn’t trust just anyone, however once you get him to trust you…

- He adores it when you give him kisses. Lips, face, head, neck…it feels like devotion. He gets to finally put his guard down and let himself be adored, rightfully so, by you. 

Reevesverse/Dano Riddler:

- This Riddler…is sensitive. I don’t doubt he’s fairly ticklish.

- The minute you two shared your first kiss, he’s become obsessed with your lips on him. It doesn’t matter where. 

- I don’t doubt he’ll chuckle a couple times at the strange but ultimately pleasing sensation. It takes some getting used to for sure.

- When he does get used to your neck kisses though, he’s instant puddy in your hands. 

- His knees get wobbly, legs shaky, feels weightless. Trying to catch himself on a chair or sofa, but doesn’t want you to stop. 

- Please, don’t stop for anything…except for maybe kisses on the lips. 

Gotham Riddler:

- When the two of you get heated in a passionate make out session, Ed practically expects them. 

- He loves the way it makes him feel. 

- Admired, treasured. 

- The way they warm up his body. The way they alleviate whatever headache or migraine that’s troubling him at the moment. 

- Then again, most of your kisses do that for him. 

- It is a moment of vulnerability with him though, please respect that and don’t take advantage of it. 

BTAS Riddler:

- Edward is for certain that your kisses are the best reward, the best prizes in this world. Even greater than money or cars. 

- To say he becomes an addict is an understatement. 

- He loves it when you reciprocate his trail of kisses he leaves on you, earlier that day. 

- The way your soft lips press against the sensitive skin of his neck. 

- It warms the skin there, causes small goosebumps to form there. 

- You adore the way he warmly chuckles at them and leans his head and shrugs his shoulder, an attempt to bring you closer and keep you there at his neck. 

- Edward will be sure to return the favor tenfold. 

Zero Year/Capullo Riddler:

- This asshole expects them from you. 

- Like, what’re you doing? 

- You should be worshipping his body with kisses, ugh, you have an opportunity that so many dream of and you’re just gonna let it fly by?

- Obviously, once you power through the urge to slap the shit out of him (or just slap him, that’s fine too…probably will turn him on so good luck with that)

- He won’t admit it, like a bunch of other things, but he’s an absolute sucker for your neck kisses. 

- Ed likes how it does make him feel worshipped, someone worthy of attention and affection. 

Twojar Riddler:

- Oh ho ho this possessive buff leprechaun prick. 

- He absolutely thrives on neck kisses, much like how the other Riddlers do. 

- It’s a very intimate gesture of vulnerability, passion, and devotion. 

- Edward wouldn’t want to have it any other way. 

- He also eggs you on to go ahead and leave a couple of love bite while you’re at it. 

- It turns him on to see you act as possessively over him as he does over you. 

Gotham City Sirens Riddler:

- Edward can’t imagine a more pleasant way to end the work day. 

- Wrapped up in your embrace, kissing and groping like some lovesick fools. 

- The minute your lips hit the side of his neck, pecking up and down it. 

- The P.I. is a goner. 

- Whatever is left plaguing his mind from work, is completely forgotten. 

- He cradles the back of your head to keep your lips there, only letting up for you to kiss the other side of his neck (or kiss him, properly on his lips). 

- He’s sure to return the favor soon enough. 

Young Justice Riddler:

- Hnng this weak lad can’t even handle hand kisses rip

- PDA or…any sort of A in general…is new territory for this Eddie. 

- Kinda like Dano Riddler, I imagine he’s stupid ticklish. 

- Your lips barely brush along his neck and he’s in a giggly fit. 

- But it’s cute, so that’s fine. You go in for the kill regardless. 

- His whole face lights up red, warming up to the nth degree. Instantly becomes addicted to them though. 

- This Eddie just enjoys the fact that there’s someone that genuinely thinks he’s that attractive to warrant neck kisses. 

Telltale Riddler:

- Okay, first off, ew, how dare you?

- You really think he was just going to let you that close? 

- I mean, sure he likes the attention, he likes you…but you’re gonna have to earn the privilege to kiss his neck. 

- Yeah, I don’t know what you see in the Puzzle Grandpa either whoop.

- However, whenever you earn the right to kiss his neck, he’s got a dumb egotistical smirk on his face. 

- He…appreciates the gesture. 

Hush (DCAU) Riddler: 

- This man is absolutely weak for you. 

- When you smile at him, he feels like he’s been blessed. 

- To have you love him, excessively, and kiss every inch of his body. 

- Oh, well, he can’t get enough. 

- Especially your neck kisses. 

- The way you go from nuzzling his sideburns to kissing along his jaw, from his jaw you go lower to his neck. 

- He’s a warm buzzing mess, but don’t let him stop you. He loves this way too much.

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If you're taking requests is like to requests the riddlers with jealousy scenarios! Thank you

A/N: as much as I don’t like ACTUAL jealousy and try to refrain from jealous tendencies I find in myself…jealousy scenarios are kinda fun to write for rip…is that bad? I feel like that’s bad lmao. Sorry that if some if not most of these tend to repeat the same scenarios (co-worker, waiter, colleague, they’re just such good set-ups asdfgh)

Jealousy Scenarios with The Riddlers:

Arkhamverse Riddler:

Edward was absolutely furious. Why would you ever even begin to comprehend such a thing? Surely, you had to be smarter than this. You knew better than this? From all your time privileged in his presence…

“You would rather be a trembling brain-dead guinea pig than being a productive and useful assistant in a very intellectually stimulating environment mind you!”

“Ed. I just said Jonathan stopped by asking for you…”

“But you let him into my work space!” 

“Upstairs is the living area, not your work space here in the basement or your tracks in the sewers. And his leg was giving him issues, so I let him rest.” 

“Oh please! Our dear, ex-professor has many issues, but that leg isn’t one of them. He moves better with it than when he was in perfect health!” 

“If you’re jealous of another man being alone with me can just say that you’re not comfortable.” 

Edward groaned in frustration. “I’m not jealous of that walking tarp of burlap!” 

You shrugged, but patted Ed’s shoulder and kissed his cheek. “Sure, sweetie.”

Reevesverse/Dano Riddler:

“Wow, he is something, isn’t he?” You remarked at the TV. 

As much as he admired the vigilante another part of him couldn’t stand him.

Ed really should have seen this coming. How could you not be absolutely smitten? He was everything he wish he had an iota of. 

Batman is intelligent, strong, fast, and assertive…

Meanwhile, Edward Nashton is just dull, awkward, quiet, and weird…what the hell did you see in him anyway? 

“Eddie? Everything okay?” 

Your sweet voice knocked him out of his reverie. He was back on the couch with you, watching the news of the Batman’s latest escapades. 

“Oh…uh…y-yeah I’m fine..” 

You quirked your eyebrow, not sure if you were going to accept that answer. 

“He is incredible…” Ed commented as he turned his attention back to the screen of Batman narrowly escaping a gang of thugs in a high speed chase on the highway.

Oh, that’s what it was. For all the admiration one can have for another, there’s still that habit of comparison mentor to mentee. 

“Yeah, he’s all right. But I bet he’s an absolute stick in the mud and not nearly as intelligent as a certain handsome fellow I know.” You scooted closer to Edward on the couch and even sold the comment with an actual nudge into his side. 

Edward noticed you got closer and was confused when you nudged him. Then he took in what you said. He lifted his head up a little with a soft smile on his face. 

“You…you prefer me to Batman?” “I prefer you over everyone and anyone else, Eddie. If I had a choice, it will always be you.”

Gotham Riddler:

The GCPD was full of eligible bachelors. Mostly guys just looking for a good time or friends with benefits. 

You were too good for them, all of them really. Even too good for Edward. Yet he was able to woo you somehow. Despite the two of you being in a very obvious relationship, with approval from Gordon, Lee, even Bullock…it didn’t stop some officers from trying to disrupt what you two had. 

Edward was coming up to your office to take you out to lunch. However, he was surprised to see an overwhelming sight. 

Flowers, cards, letters were strewn all over your desk and overflowing to your floor. 

You looked up at him. Your eyes wide and your skin pale, like you had seen a ghost. 

“E-Eddie…I…I wish I could explain but...I have no idea…w-who these are from? Or w-w-what’s going on?” You looked around looking for any sort of indicator of who sent the gifts. 

Edward’s fists clenched, a snarl growing on his face. He stood there still as a rock, trying to keep his innate reaction to just run amok in the GCPD to find the culprit in tact. 

You noticed Ed was quiet for a long time. You noticed his tense expression and his thousand yard stare into the floor. 

“Y-You…you don’t…like them..do you?” Ed regretted asking it as soon as he grumbled it out through barred teeth. 

You sighed, sympathetically. Walking around the baskets and bouquets and made your way to him. 

“I would have adored them if they were from you, but they’re not. So as far as I’m concerned, these flowers can be re-sent to someone else or tossed. And the cards can go straight into the disposal…you don’t need to be jealous, sweetheart.” You gave him a reassuring kiss on the cheek. 

You smiled as you saw the tension all throughout his body slowly melt away from the kiss. 

Then, as if a lightbulb went off, Edward’s eyes widened in revelation. 

“W-Wait, before you throw anything away!” Edward went to your desk and gathered some of the cards and the bouquet. “While I still have my gloves on anyway…”

“What’re you doing?” 

“...gonna search for prints…” he mumbled quickly, so when you made out what he said he was already too far gone to catch back up with him.

BTAS Riddler:

Something was off with Eddie tonight. However, you couldn’t quite put your finger on it. 

“Eddie…you’ve been awfully quiet tonight…you know how much I love hearing your voice.” Which wasn’t an exaggeration either, and you did miss speaking to him. 

You saw him slightly shuffle his weight on the opposite end of the couch. 

“I’m fine…” 

“Eddie…I know when you’re not fine, sweetie. Please talk to me…” You fluttered your eyelashes at him, and poked out your bottom lip for good measure. 

Edward groaned in defeat. “I hate it when you do that…it’s too effective.”

“That’s why I do it.” You grinned. 

“I just can’t understand how oblivious you are, darling…you clearly couldn’t tell he was…was…”

“He who? Jervis?” 

Edward growled. “Yes…Jervis…”

“Eddie, he was just being polite!” 

“He didn’t have to kiss your hand.” He grumbled, crossing his arms defensively. 

“Aww, Eddie,” you scooted closer to his side of the couch. You wrapped your arms around him and snuggled into his side. 

“You don’t ever had to be jealous, darling. I will always love and adore you, no matter what…you know that.” You looked up at him, smiling reassuringly at him. 

He stole a glance into your eyes, and sighed. Edward knew it was ridiculous, but he couldn’t help it. He wrapped an arm around you and began rubbing your back. 

“I-I know…still doesn’t mean I have to like it though…” 

You snickered into his side as he chuckled along with you.

Zero Year/Capullo Riddler:

“You don’t need to be jealous, Eddie…”

Edward scoffed. “Jealous? Please, I’m not jealous of anyone.”

“So you just threatened my date with a bomb sent to his work place…for funsies?” 

Ed shrugged. “It’s been dull here, lately…and I haven’t been a public menace in a minute.” 

You rolled your eyes. “Well, I’m not stopping you, so stop keeping me from having a dating life!” 

“You don’t need to date anybody…” He grumbled under his breath. 

“Ed, you’re the one that said we weren’t-”

“I’m not going back on my word…I just…” He shrugged. 

“You just want me to focus on you, you needy bastard…”

He put his hand up with his index finger pointed out. “Ah, ah, that’s Mr. Needy Bastard to you…”

“Uh huh, sure…needy jealous bastard…” You smirked as you walked off. 

“I. Am. Not. Jealous! I’m the Riddler! I’m not jealous of anyone! If anything they’re all envious of me.”

“Did you choose to wear green cause you’re just knee deep in envy?” 

“I’m redirecting the bomb. It’s now going to your workplace.”

Twojar Riddler:

“Edward! Ed! Slow down!” You were running to catch up with him as he dragged you by the wrist back to the car parked along the sidewalk. 

He let out a frustrated sigh and let go of your wrist. Edward continued his steady pace as he rounded the car to go to the driver’s seat. You still stood there; confused and somewhat shaken from the sudden action. 

“Can you please get in the car?”

You walked up to the open window and leaned your head in. “Not until you explain what the hell is going on?” 

Ed grumbled. “I just want to go back home–”

“Was it that waiter?” Earlier in the evening a waiter made a couple passes at you while Edward was in the restroom and he walked in on the waiter trying to get your number.

Silence. Edward crossed his arms and sunk in the driver’s seat. 

“Oh my God, Ed…”

Edward rolled his eyes. “Will you, please just get in the car?”

Gotham City Sirens Riddler:

“Oh, hey there, Mr. Nygma. This is Mr. Sale, he called earlier about–” 

Edward barely heard what you said, his brain was too busy taking in the sights of the scene before him. You were sitting, slightly propped up on the edge of your desk. While the presumed, “Mr. Sale” was standing before you mere inches away. Your cheeks were flushed red possibly from laughing and whatever words were just transpired. 

Mr. Sale backed away and walked over to end, holding out his hand for a handshake. “Mr. Nygma! Such a pleasure to meet you!”

It took everything in Edward not to grimace outwardly. He could read this man like an open book. Rental three piece suit. Over-priced cologne. A faint oval outline where the skin was paler around his left ring finger. 

Armed with this, Edward knew his next plan of action. “Ah, well…I wish I could say the same for you, Mr. Sale. But I’m afraid I’m far too busy for your case.” 

Flabbergasted, Sale was gaping his mouth like a fish out of water. “B-B-But, you, you haven’t even heard my case! You can’t just–”

“Oh, but I can…privileges of owning a private firm. And I’m not about to waste my or my assistant’s time…running in circles…because you want to frame your wife of cheating to cover up your own infidelity.” 

“Oh, I can assure you, I’m not wasting your assistant’s time.” Sale stole a glance at you and winked. 

“I’m going to have to ask you to leave, Mr. Sale. Have a good day or not, I don’t care.” 

Sale was about to say something in defense, but growled in frustration instead and took off. He left the office with the slam of the door. 

You came up behind Ed and embraced him from behind. “You’re sexy when you’re jealous.” 

“Oh, please…I wasn’t jealous.”

You squeezed him a little tighter, giggling softly. “Whatever helps you sleep at night.”

Telltale Riddler:

“What are you staring at?” Ed asked. 

“Huh?” You were knocked out of your reverie with his question. You were looking out the window of your shared apartment. 

“You’ve been daydreaming out of that window for almost half an hour.” 

“Oh, uh, just people watching.” 

Edward looked up from his desk to you. He let out a frustrated sigh when he said, “hm, you could be more productive by assisting me…”

You turned to look at the man; annoyed and confused. “You just told me not to bother you, Ed.” 

“Annoying me and assisting me are two different things. Or you can go and people watch outside…and see what all the troubled idiotic youth is up to.”

Oh…poor Edward. No matter how many times he tried to shield it or ignore it. His age…the age gap between you two was something he was always weary of. 

You shook your head, scoffing in disappointment. You got up from your seat and walked over to his desk. 

“Nah, I’d rather not lose the brain cells, so whatcha working on Eddie?” 

Edward was surprised to see you come to his desk. He was almost certain you were going to walk out the door. 

“Well…for starters…ugh…could you please not sit on the desk! There’s a spare chair over in the corner!” 

You chuckled softly. “Yes sir, on it!”

Young Justice Riddler:

Who was he kidding, he didn’t stand a chance with you to begin with…

No matter how many times you genuinely checked in on him, kept him company, and included him where you could. All those open opportunities that were the building blocks to Eddie’s confidence in a relationship with you was completely knocked down before the foundation could even settle in. Thanks to this new Light recruit you were training. 

“Hey, Eddie!” You called out to him. You ran down the corridor to catch up to him.

“Why such a long face? I’m sorry I haven’t talked to you lately, things have been crazy!” You chuckled nervously. 

“Oh, uh…no worries. I-I get it..” 

“Hey, let me make it up to you! There’s this new place downtown that just opened. Wanna hang out and grab a bite there?” You offered. 

You did feel bad about leaving Eddie in the dark. Despite the increase in the Light’s numbers, training the newbies was taking up a lot of whatever free time you had. You missed talking to Edward, you could actually be yourself around him and not have a care in the world. Plus he was too damn cute for words. 

“Uuhh…umm but what about that newbie? D-Don’t you have plans with them?” Edward asked before he really had a chance to stop himself. 

You grabbed his shoulder to stop him from walking as you turned him around to face you. “Eddie...what’re you talking about?” 

“I-I-I didn’t mean to assume something…I-I-I just noticed that you-you were spe-spending a l-lot of time with th-them and the-they seem to like you..a lot..” 

You put your fingertips up to his lips to seize his nervous panicked rambling. 

“Eddie…” You sighed. “I’m just training them. Yeah, they flirt, but I rebuke them. There’s nothing going on outside of training.” 

“Really?” He mumbled behind your fingers. 

You chuckled. “Yes, really. Besides, I’m interested in someone else. I have been for awhile actually.” You slowly removed your fingers from his lips. 

“W-Wait, really? Uh...who?”

Your eyes widened when you realized he really didn’t get it. Bless him, this absolute dork. 

“It’s you, Eddie.” You stated, figuring bluntness was the way to go as you sealed the confession by taking your hand in his.

You felt his hand slightly tighten around yours. “Wa-really?” He almost squealed. 

You did everything you could to not bust out laughing. You shook you head, trying to shake the giggles. “Yes, you. Now, about our first date…”

Hush (DCAU) Riddler:

Needless to say, Edward was jealous of everyone. He would never admit it, but he was. Secretly, seething, he despised most everyone. Especially those that had things he didn’t. Strength, power, influence, perfect health. Perfect health…

“Hey, Eddie!” You came through the door, dropping your belongings and stepping out of your work shoes. 

He didn’t deserve you he really didn’t. He wouldn’t blame you if you dropped him and left him for your co-worker at work that obviously has the hots for you. Of course you were too kind and rather oblivious to see that, but he adored you for that all the same. 

“Hey sweetie,” he greeted back half-heartedly. “How was your day?” 

“Oh, same old same old. Although, something weird happened, you know that co-worker I told you about? Scott? The one that’s been super friendly?” 

Through gritted teeth, Edward nodded. “Y-Yeah, I do…what about him?” 

“He asked me out to dinner tonight, it was so random…I thought he was just being friendly…to be friends.” You shrugged as you plopped beside Edward on the couch. 

Edward could feel his fist slightly clench in frustration. 

“Y-You said no…though right?” 

“Edward!” You practically squealed in disbelief. “Of course I told him no! I have you! I’d never do such a thing.”

“I-I know…I’m sorry, I’m really sorry, that wasn’t right of me to ask…” He sighed in defeat. “I…I haven’t been in the best mindset as of late.”

You nodded. “It’s okay, when you’re ready we can talk about it. But for all the questions and riddles in this world, don’t you dare question my feelings for you…okay?” 

You leaned your head on his shoulder and wrapped your arm around his waist and embraced him in a side hug. 

“Okay, sweetie. I won’t, I promise.”

[riddle-me-ri]

A/N: Whelp, the results are in, and the vast majority of you guys voted to how the Rogues will react to a reader refusing to reciprocate their affections. When I tell you it was hard to narrow down the title to fit the header image lmao but I hope it still makes sense! Starting up first with the Riddlers...duh and the rest will follow shortly I promise! Hope you guys enjoy! And thanks so much for voting again!

Reader Ignores The Riddlers' Affections

Arkhamverse Riddler: 

Listen, I don’t think it’s even worth it to see his reaction. 

He’s not that big on affection as it is. 

Now that you finally somehow warmed him up to the idea…

You’re gonna tease him? 

Really?

You know this isn’t…normal for him

Why give him a hard time??

FINE, be that way…it’s not like he enjoys your hugs or kisses anyway…absolutely stupid.

(not really, please don’t ignore him)

There’s no point in mentioning that miniscule sigh of relief he lets out when you kiss his cheek. 

He will never admit to it.

Reevesverse/Dano Riddler: 

He’s going to immediately think he’s done something wrong. 

Did…did he do something wrong?

Oh, gosh…did he forget a birthday? Anniversary? Holiday?? No..he couldn’t have..

You’re always so forthcoming with your hugs and kisses.

At the very least, you always reciprocated. That’s how Edward knew he was…doing it right.

Like many Riddlers on this list, this is new to him. 

Please don’t tease him too harshly

Man’s will get mad confused and flustered. 

You have to be as quick to apologize and comfort him. 

Kiss him until your lips are numb and your arms are falling asleep.

And please don’t do it again

Gotham Riddler: 

Are you upset? Has your mind drifted to something else? 

He puts his hand on your shoulder or taps you lightly. 

Okay, you acknowledged him, he gives you his signature tight lipped smile.

He leans in and gives you a peck on the cheek

After a pause he taps his own cheek.

You’re supposed to return it…don’t shrug and walk away!

This leads Ed to anxiously ramble about every decision he made that day, apolgizing for each one, cause clearly you’re mad. 

The only way to get him to shut up is to kiss him. 

Tell him he’s fine, you were only messing with him. 

He’s relieved but, please, don’t do that again. 

BTAS Riddler: 

Ed loves to give you adoring kisses on the cheek and sweet hugs. 

It’s quite routine, whenever he first sees you, either in the morning or in a new room he does it. 

You always return the gesture. 

So he’s taken aback when you blatantly ignore him. 

At first he wants to think you were distracted about something, or something is wrong.

When you remain steadfast, he becomes flustered. 

However, the minute you see his face fall, you can’t keep it up. 

You hug him and kiss him back, surprising him.

You apologies giggly, saying you only meant to tease him a tad.

You both agree you took it a bit too far. 

You promise not to do it again…for now with a kiss. 

Zero Year/Capullo Riddler: 

Ugh fine, whatever. 

Don’t come crying to him when he leaves. 

You should’ve taken his affections when you had the chance. 

He doesn’t have to stick around, kiss your cheek or hand, wrap his arm around you.

Nope, he just did it cause he knew you liked it. 

(also knew it’d give him brownie points to your pants later)

Although that’s likely the reason you stopped returning his gestures in the first place. 

Is it so hard to actually be romantic without expecting something? 

Likely the only Riddler where you hold out from returning ANY affection for the longest. 

It takes awhile, but Ed eventually becomes to frustrated and pent up. 

The moment he admits you may have a point or better yet, he may be so torn up to apologize. 

You return the praises, kisses, and caresses. 

You will never forget the absolute sparkle in his green eyes. 

Twojar Riddler: 

Edward is taken aback.

He too tries to think if he’s done something to piss you off. 

Yet, when you don’t give him a straight answer, he’s likely to pick up on the fact you’re just teasing. 

Well, two can play at that game. 

What once started as a means to get him to grovel to his knees towards you…

Winds up being an almost two week long challenge to see who yearned more for the other. 

Who wins is totally up for debate. 

Regardless whoever wins or loses…you both get yours in the end. 

Gotham City Sirens Riddler: 

Ed cringes, but sighs in exhausted defeat. 

He’s already assumed your cross with him because he has been neglectful. 

Things have been crazy busy at the office, case after case…

And you both know he can’t afford to say no to too many of them. 

When you turn your head from his lips and don’t get off the couch to hug him. 

He already knows your hurt, and already sets the wheels in motion to make things right. 

Eddie almost breaks your heart when he outright apologizes if he’s been neglectful of you. 

You instantly go to him, wrap your arms around him and shake your head. 

Insisting that it wasn’t him, you were just teasing, he hadn’t done anything wrong. 

Now you’re the one apologizing, not realizing how good of a front you put up. 

All is forgiven in the end, with a sweet long kiss.

Telltale Riddler: 

Probably, no most definitely, the one least bothered about it. 

He finds it annoying more than anything. 

You constantly nag him about showing a lack of affection.

So now that he shows it, you're going to ignore him?

Fine, suit yourself.

But don't come bothering him later about him not trying.

It doesn't take long for you to realize you may have messed up. 

You instantly apologize, saying you were just teasing.

Even asking how it feels to be ignored…

(which he has been guilty of doing to you when you kiss or embrace him)

Edward rolls his eyes and just sighs. 

You guys still have a ways to go, but there has been some progress.

Young Justice Riddler: 

Another riddle lad that thinks he's messed up somehow. 

When you turn your head to the side to dodge a kiss.

Eddie's hurt almost instantly.

He's also immediately thrown into panic mode. 

Oh my god, please comfort him

He’s about to cry

You hug him and kiss him. 

You didn’t mean anything by it, just wanting to tease him. 

Please, please don’t tease his wee heart like that. 

Eddie can only take so much. 

Hush (DCAU) Riddler: 

Edward instantly assumes you're mad at him for something. 

If anyone is aware of his shortcomings it's him. 

He wouldn't be surprised if he messed up somewhere. 

But when it comes to you, it's harder to sweep under the rug

Ed asks if something is wrong, usually, you return his kisses with your own. 

It's extremely discouraging, especially from someone…the only one who has encouraged him in anything. 

After dodging a couple more pecks and embraces…you can't keep the act up anymore. 

You just can't handle that saddened look on his face. 

You spend most of the evening reassuring him, insisting you were just teasing. 

You promise not to ever turn down his affections again.

[riddle-me-ri]

How would the Riddlers be with an S/O who has cartoon physics powers?

A/N: Ohohohoho hell yeah!!! As an animation nerd there's nothing I love more than wacky ass cartoon physics! This would probably be one of my powers not even gonna lie

Riddlers with A Reader That Possesses Cartoon Physics Powers

Arkhamverse Riddler:

- Oh please, you're insulting him for thinking he would even believe for a moment that you– 

- Wait, wait you just painted that tunnel! 

- Yet when he went up to it Ed ended up hitting a wall…whereas you went through it…

- Why...how does he hear a train??

- Edward pinches his nose. Just how…it didn't make sense…

- Yet, he also lived in a world of meta humans, aliens, and gods...maybe he shouldn't be so surprised. 

- Once the initial shock is over, he's definitely going to use your cartoon physics to his full advantage. 

- Especially your ability to patch him up. 

Reevesverse/Dano Riddler:

- He rolls his eyes at first. 

- It's a really cute idea in theory…

- Although when he saw you balancing yourself on a ledge…

- Only to continue to balance on thin air. 

- You scared the living daylights out of him. 

- It takes a while for him to get used to it, but it still keeps him on edge. 

- He’s glad you’re able to protect yourself to some degrees

- But he would appreciate it if you wouldn’t raise his blood pressure for unnecessary reasons. 

Gotham Riddler:

- Oh please..

- Listen a lot of weird things have happened in Gotham...but there's no way…

- Are...are you walking on thin air after walking off the roof? 

- How? How? Omg please don't look down–AH 

- As interesting as this development is, his stress levels for your safety goes up to 11. 

- Just because you have a higher chance of coming out of situations unscathed…

- Doesn't mean he won't worry.

- He will also be adamant that no one else finds out about these abilities of yours. 

- He can think of a handful of people who would love to take advantage of it.

BTAS Riddler: 

- Cartoon physics, you say?

- Like going through painted black holes?

- Being flattened but coming out unscathed? 

- Yep, all that and more. 

- He's intrigued from the start 

- When you show him all the basics; teleporting black holes, painting tunnels, walking on air, plugging guns the usual suspects.

- He's in awe, you…you're amazing!

- Eddie is super impressed and feels even luckier to have you on his side.

- You're as strong as Batman! 

- He feels so lucky to have you

- And he's relieved you have a way to defend yourself. 

- It is Gotham after all. 

Zero Year/Capullo Riddler:

- He's going to be highly skeptical at first. 

- So he will make you prove him wrong.

- What do you mean you don't want to? You got too!

- He won't leave you alone unless you walk on clouds without falling down, if you can go through painted walls or if you can straighten out a flattened limb!

- He will preemptively shoot a gun at you, of course expecting you to plug the barrel with your finger. 

- When you do and the barrel inevitably explodes on itself. You wipe away the gun powder with no hesitation. 

- Meanwhile Ed is speechless (for once)

- But he's stupid excited now.

- He is going to take full advantage of this. 

Twojar Riddler:

- He chuckles begrudgingly, you and your extremely imaginative ideas…

- That is until he saw your physics save your life in real time. 

- You two were out on a date and you went to cross the street. 

- Edward had a heart attack when that car struck you 

- Yet your body just contoured to the car's silhouette…

- It was slightly unnerving to see but…you were alive somehow! 

- You were pretty embarrassed that that was how he saw your physics in action. 

- At first he was in disbelief but now he's grateful for them, if they are a means to keep you safe in Gotham. 

- Also fully expect him to reuse those teleporting black holes when he needs a quick get away. 

Gotham City Sirens Riddler:

- He really shouldn't be surprised. 

- If it was anyone else, he probably wouldn't bat an eye.

- But his own s/o? Well that's different. 

- He'll be skeptical but intrigued..

- You grab a bucket of black paint, yet when painted on the wall it turns into a scenery of Gotham Park.

- When you two walk through it, Eddie's pretty stunned. 

- However, nothing moved him more than when you grabbed another bomb straight from the air to keep him from being hit…

- Yet when it exploded you were just covered in soot with spiky and smoked hair.

- He is still not used to you defying gravity or your lack of pain recognition but…as long as you're okay…in the end.

- It's all that matters…even if it drives him bonkers sometimes. 

Telltale Riddler: 

- Much like Arkham Riddler, he'll think you're just messing with him. 

- Please just stop wasting his time, if you want his attention oh so badly, grab him that tool.

- Before he knows it you hand that exact tool to him. 

- At first, this Edward doesn't take notice. 

- Albeit after the next couple of requests…and you not moving an inch away from his side…

- Edward is irritated. How are you doing that?

- He's speechless when he sees you just pulling something from behind your back. 

- He told you to turn around so your hack faced him and yet, you only pulled something from your front. 

- Maybe there is something to your…claim of possessing the ability of cartoon physics.

Young Justice Riddler:

- You mean…those silly Saturday morning cartoons? 

- He's hesitant to believe, but like other Riddlers, he lives among meta-humans, aliens, and gods so…it really shouldn’t be that hard to believe. 

- If anything he thinks its pretty fascinating all around. 

- The way your body contorts to whatever it impacts. 

- How you can defy gravity as long as you don’t look down.

- Your limbs stretch, shrink, and twist as if there were no bones. 

- He’s also grateful for your powers. 

- You’ll be able to protect yourself, even if it’s in a comedic way. 

- It’s very impressive to pull an impactful punch and a punchline at the same time. 

Hush (DCAU) Riddler: 

- Similar to Dano Riddler, he thinks it's cute when you first mention it. 

- However, his heart leapt into his throat when you plugged your finger into a barrel of a gun to protect him one night. 

- Only to have the gun implode on itself.

- Or whenever it seemed like you broke a bone or a joint you just cracked it back together. 

- He's stunned but amazed. 

- Like other Riddlers he is assured to know that you have a way to defend yourself if he's not there. 

- But please just stop walking on air like that

- It unsettles him and he doesn't not want to be there in case you do look down.

[riddle-me-ri]

Headcanons of the Riddlers please? Their s/o is feeling kinda flirty/and a bit bad😉. So what do they do? They decide to parade around the place in as little clothing as possible. Nothing immediately obvious like lingerie or kinky outfits. Maybe booty shorts or underwear and a croptop or a bralette. Something casual but still risqué. They just really want to tease Eddie. They also hope he’ll be able to take the damn hint and screw them, or at least make out.

A/N: hehehe not even gonna lie this is some shit I'd do. Something subtly, casual, not an obvious cry for attention but also like they'd know I'd only wear this kind of get up for one reason lmao.

Also sorry for the lack of posts lately, well into the new year and your girl experienced burnout whomp whomp (not to mention almost spiraled comparing myself rip) plus I've been trying to get back into drawing again so that's taken up some time too! I'm slowly getting back into it though…slowly but surely.

Trigger Warning: highly suggestive, touching, flirting, nothing entirely explicit

Reader Trying to Get Different Riddler’s Attention

Arkhamverse Riddler: 

- It was a rare occurrence when you were allowed in Eddie's workshop. 

- It was even more rare for him to give you attention which is why you were down there in the first place.

- However, you had a plan for this visit. 

- You wore one of Edward's button up shirts that he hasn't fully "riddler-ed" yet, but it was dyed green with some question marks on it. 

- However it remained unbuttoned... 

- Ed rolled his eyes, already forgetting he let you down here, but when he turned to scold you about disturbing him-

- "What do you think you're wearing?!" 

- Ed's breathing increased, his brain working into overdrive. 

- How dare you distract him like this, how dare you come down so foolishly exposed…how dare you look so good…

- He stammered like a fish out of water

- He reminds you, but not without also dutifully removing your previous outfit. 

Reevesverse/Dano Riddler: 

- Oh, so you wanna kill him?

- You’re just scrolling through your phone on the couch.

- Waiting for him to come home from work. 

- You really don’t think you’re in anything too...obscene. 

- Just a tank top and underwear.

- However, you’re spooked by a loud thump by your front door. 

- You look up to see Edward silently blinking at you, after unceremoniously dropping his briefcase. 

- You stand up from the couch and walk over to him.

- He gets a good look at how slim fitting the tank is along with how your underwear slightly rolled up over your ass from being on the couch. 

- He acts like he’s seen a ghost or maybe something less ominous…an angel maybe?

- While he’s distracted…

- You take the chance to tiptoe over to him, wrap your arms around him and pull him into a gentle kiss.

- With hopes it’ll turn into something more.

Gotham Riddler: 

- Ed wasn’t sure what to expect when he got back to his apartment. 

- He didn’t expect you to be dancing around the living room and walk-in kitchen half naked though. 

- You were twirling and humming about to some song on the radio while cooking dinner. 

- Clearly, enjoying yourself, and very comfortably, he might add. 

- You were wearing your favorite (and his too) green off the shoulder pullover and the shortest sport shorts you owned. 

- Simultaneously, Ed is hanging his jacket and loosening his tie and watching you parade around.

- Perfectly unaware of his presence. 

- You practically jump out of your skin when he wraps his arms around you from behind. 

- You're terrified shriek turns into a giggle fit when you realize it’s just Ed. 

- However, he doesn’t let you turn around to properly greet him. 

- He’s too busy leaving kisses on your exposed skin and his hands slowly sliding up the sweater to touch more of your skin.

BTAS Riddler: 

- He's not stupid…

- Oblivious…ehh maybe. 

- I mean we all saw the giggle fit he became at the slightest flirtatious interaction.  

- Eddie's mind is racing with ideas, designs, and schemes 

- So it may take a minute or two…

- To see you walking around in an almost nude mesh bralette and green boxer shorts.

- You would notice that every time he returned back to his room, he lingered in the room you were in for longer and longer periods of time. 

- He may be oblivious but once he catches on, he's quick to act. 

- Before you know it you feel his arms wrapped around your waist as he pulls you into him. 

- It doesn't take long for him to start kissing along your exposed skin

- Making his way to kiss your lips.

Zero Year/Capullo Riddler: 

- I’m fairly certain he’d rather you wear next to nothing on a regular basis. 

- He’d consider you being more of a tease if you, ACTUALLY wore a proper shirt, sweatpants, something that actually covered you up. 

- However, one day you actually indulge him and his selfish if not slightly scummy desires. 

- The wee bastard had to do a double take. 

- However it doesn't take long for him to catch the hint. 

- Whether you're wearing short and revealing clothes. 

- Or something long and plain but nothing underneath. 

- He’ll notice and he'll take…ehh…appropriate inappropriate action?

Twojar Riddler:

- You teased him once that you’d look just as good in his shirt unbuttoned than he did. 

- Of course, being the egomaniac he is, he denied that claim

- (dummy didn't stop to think of how hot the idea was…dummy)

- Or he did and he wanted to trick you to try it out…that seems more on brand for this Ed. 

- You let the suggestion marinate for a while, hoping Ed will forget, so you can use it to get his attention again. 

- There you were in a signature white shirt, buttoned down extremely low like your partner. 

- You even went the extra mile and snatched a green suit jacket too. 

- Double take #2, he almost walks past you and to another room until he looks back at you. 

- He's chuckling as he slowly stalks his way over to you.

- Slowly hovers above you, removing his own shirt and jacket before attentively removing your own.

Gotham City Sirens Riddler: 

- Edward was locked up in office again, mulling over a case. 

- He hasn’t been home in days. He used to reach out to you, at least a phone call. 

- Now, you have no choice but to reach out yourself. 

- Of course, in public you were properly covered in a long trench coat. 

- When you get to the office however, you reveal to be wearing a lace green bralette and short booty shorts. 

- You didn’t knock on his door or anything you just hung out in his waiting room. 

- When Ed finally walked out he was shocked to see you lounging on the couch. He forgot he had given you a key…

- Ed was about to interrogate you, then he saw what you’re wearing

- You grinned as he scoffed. 

- Yet, when you got up to answer the question you knew he was going to ask

- Edward silently grabbed your hands and slowly walked you back into his private office. 

- You didn’t fail to notice he locked his door too…

Telltale Riddler: 

- He’s well aware what you’re trying to do. 

- Just so you know, it won’t work. 

- At least, that’s what he’ll tell you to deter him.

- While on the contrary, it’s having way more of an effect on him than he’ll ever care to admit. 

- The fact he tried to vocally discourage you shows he can’t even ignore you at this point. 

- You were just wearing an oversized t-shirt, with a few holes here and there. 

- Showing sneak peeks of your bare body underneath. 

- It was absolutely juvenile of you to parade around in that…

- Looks like he’s going to have to discipline you for trying to distract him…

Young Justice Riddler: 

- Oh, so you wanna kill him 2.0

- He can barely handle you when you wear a normal fitted shirt and jeans most days. 

- Let alone something even slightly more provocative. 

- Although, you don't see it that way. It's just an oversized green shirt and underwear…

- Yet whenever the shirt rolls up and shows more of legs

- Heaven forbid if it teases in showing your underwear too 

- He's a steaming, red faced dork, squirming around on the couch two cushions away from you. 

- You look over your phone and ask what's wrong. 

- Eddie tries to exclaim its nothing, nothing at all

- But the redness of his face and the tent in his pants say, it's DEFINITELY something.

Hush (DCAU) Riddler: 

- No one could build up his confidence as much as you do. 

- The fact you willingly wanna be with him and love him…even through all the ridicule he gets from both the good and the bad guys. 

- It's not hard to get his attention.

- However, there are days he's too wrapped up in his schemes or to be honest bummed down to even get out of bed. 

- Yet the one time he does get out of bed, he catches you wearing a crop top and sweats. 

- He shouldn't have reacted the way he did. 

- Honestly what you were wearing was perfectly normal…

- You’re so beautiful though…

- The fact you’re so comfortable with him, open with him, and that you love him. 

- Immediately forgetting what he was initially in the room for and made a beeline for you. 

- As you looked up to greet him, his lips landed over yours before you could say anything

- You have no idea what you did (ehh maybe you do) but you definitely make plans to do it again.

[riddle-me-ri]

Since requests are open I would like to request the various riddlers doing snow angels and having a snowball fight with their S/O.

A/N: aww this is super cute! Sorry if some of the headcanons get a wee repetitive. I-I was running out of steam hehe…sorry plus I’m slowly but surely coming back to writing after a wee break…but here ya go!

Snow Angels and Snowball Fights w/ The Riddlers:

Arkhamverse Riddler: 

- First of all, first of all…congrats on getting him outside. 

- Please make sure he’s wearing enough layers. 

- Yes, he’s gonna complain but for as hot blooded and hot headed as he gets, he’s useless against the cold. 

- However, good luck trying to get him to participate in other winter activities. 

- He may roll his eyes as you plop in the snow and wave your limbs like a child. 

- But don’t be surprised if a snowball fight occurs.

- Ed’s already got several riddlerbots on deck that can form snowballs at rapid speed. 

- A fight is a challenge, a challenge to win, and Edward Nygma doesn’t lose (unless it’s Batman…just don’t say that)

- Bonus: once y’all get back inside, be ready with a couple cups of hot chocolate. 

Reevesverse/Dano Riddler: 

- Winters at the orphanage left many children ill, and at the very worst dead. 

- It will take some time for you to open him up that the season can actually be fun. 

- He’ll be confused at first when you fall back into the snow, he frantically tries to catch you from the fall. 

- However when he notices you giggling and making a snow angel, it makes him laugh. 

- When he decides to join you in the snow, he finds himself being extremely giddy. 

- Later you were able to talk him into a snowball fight. At first he’s unsure cause he doesn’t want to hurt you

- One swift snowball to the shoulder from you, has him thinking otherwise.

- You’re not sure who won or lost when you’re both laughing breathlessly on the ground. 

- Edward knows one thing for sure, he’s grateful for you and he enjoys being able to actually feel like a kid. 

Gotham Riddler: 

- Um…what?

- Why…why did you fall to the snow? You’re going to get snow on your clothes?!

- Feel free to jump back up and just push him into the snow. 

- He’ll be frustrated that snow is on him, but he won’t be for long. 

- You do look rather cute when you’re proud of yourself. 

- However, be on your guard. 

- While he’s on the ground he’s slowly grabbing some snow to shape into a small snowball. 

- He leans up, you think he’s getting up, but he’s actually tossing a snowball into your gut and taking off. 

- It’s game on! Good luck!

BTAS Riddler: 

- Edward enjoys participating in activities you take pleasure in. 

- At least most of them, and if he’s not sure, he’s willing to try them once for you. 

- When you call out his name and slowly begin falling backwards

- He's quick to try and catch you but finds himself on top of you. 

- Eddie's shaking his head, but chuckling when he realizes you were just making snow angels. 

- He's quick to plop beside you and make one of his own.

- While his guard is down, this is the perfect chance to make an attack.

- However unbeknownst to you, Eddie was thinking the same. 

- You both end up putting snow in each other's faces.

- Better get up and reload quick and gather your defenses! 

Zero Year/Capullo Riddler: 

- Good luck trying to get this sensitive pansy ass out in the cold. 

- I don’t know why, but I can see this Eddie despising winter. 

- So it's going to be a lot just to get him outside. 

- You'll probably have to drag him outside. 

- Once he's outside, you can trip him to faceplant in the snow

- However, Eddie will probably respond better by proposing a snowball fight. 

- It's a way to stay active and warm against the plummeting weather. 

- Although that'll make him propose an alternative activity instead.

- Beat his ass with a cold, cold, snowy shower.

Twojar Riddler: 

- Same for this Riddler asdfgh when it comes to the cold.

- But he’s less of an asshole about it and will indulge you. 

- He will be amused seeing you enjoying yourself. 

- Making tiny snow people, making snow angels. 

- You are very adorable.

- While he's distracted, this is a perfect chance to surprise him with a sneak attack!

- He's surprised when he's wiping away snowy debris from his face. 

- Don't be surprised if a snowball twice the size of your head knocks you down. 

- Much like other Riddlers he plays for keeps

Gotham City Sirens Riddler: 

- He’s a tad reluctant to leave his cozy home/office to the freezing cold. 

- You may have to trick him or tell him it’ll only be for a little bit. 

- Ed rolls his eyes affectionately when he sees you on the ground already making snow angels. 

- You invite him to join, he refuses his head, something about enjoying watching you.

- Feel free to yank him down by his scarf, he’ll have no choice then. 

- Ed will also seem indifferent to a snowball battle.

- However, he’s actually looking for an opening.

- There’s this weird unspoken tension of who is going to throw the first snowball before you two get back home. 

- Whether it’s you or him, the battle goes on for awhile. The both of you too stubborn to lose to the other. 

- But you both go home feeling satisfied with an entertaining date out in the snow. 

Young Justice Riddler: 

- This poor boy wouldn’t mind the cold…

- If he just had the tiniest bit of muscle mass to retain his own body heat.

- So before you take him outside, please, PLEASE make sure he’s wearing plenty of layers. 

- He may fight you on it, but yes the two scarves, beanie and gloves are A MUST. 

- However, he's all here to get to spend quality time with you in the snow. 

- You giggle at your drastic different snow angels. 

- You can’t help but feel bad, when you throw a particular snowball that knocks him off his feet and faceplant into the snow. 

- It’s all fun and games, don’t worry, but just be sure to take care of him when you get back home. 

- How you take care of him, I’ll leave that up to y’all lmao (and by y’all I’m mostly looking at abby rip)

Telltale Riddler:

- You absolute fucking child. 

- He has no time for this childishness. 

- This Edward is particularly older. 

- While he’s in decent shape…the same can’t be said for his body temperature. 

- Playing in the snow doesn’t sound all the decent. 

- So the minute he steps foot outside to get something–

- You gotta nail him with a snowball. 

- He may be pissed, but he’s still petty enough to try and throw one back. 

- Congratulations, you’ve gotten him into a snowball fight!

-(spoiler alert; despite his age, you’ll probably lose because he wants to go back inside before he freezes)

Hush (DCAU) Riddler: 

- For no particular reason (other than to possibly change it up a little lol) I think this Ed enjoys the winter time. 

- He especially enjoys it, because he has you to spend the fun weather with. 

- Eddie enjoys being able to just be himself with you.

- Laughing, smiling, and having fun. 

- Making snow people, snow angels, catching snowflakes. 

- It's only traditional for you two to have a classic snowball fight. 

- The loser has to make hot chocolate for the winner!

- Although, it's hard to determine a winner when you both end up tackling each other in the snow.

- This Edward is on borrowed time, so to speak, so any chances to get to spend time with you is the greatest gift he could ever get for this season.

[riddle-me-ri]

How our Riddleboys react to their asses getting slapped? Not like in a sex way. Just reader casually walks past and gives them a good ol’ smack on the ass to flirt in a silly way.

A/N: hehe…hehehe…sorry this request gave me the giggles for the longest time lmao. If this isn’t some shit I’d do hehe

How The Riddlers React to Having Their Asses Slapped

Arkhamverse Riddler: 

- Poor boy flinched at the contact.

- He can't tell if he's angry, annoyed, or confused..or turned on. He's a blushing mess you know that much. 

- Like why? Why did you do that?

- There's more efficient and proper ways to get his attention 

- You'll have to explain to him that you were just messing around, flirting even. 

- He'll blink a couple times. Trying to compute this information.

- He's not sure how to feel about it. But any action to show your attraction to him is appreciated. 

- Just…just it's gonna take a minute for him to get used to it. 

Reevesverse/Dano Riddler:

- So I have no doubt that they probably spanked kids in the orphanage as a sign of discipline. 

- So it's best to bear that in mind if you're gonna pull this on this Ed.

- Even if it's just a silly and flirty way, you'll have to let him know that's why you do it. 

- It's not a sign of discipline or he's being reprimanded. You're just being affectionate. 

- When you do, playfully slap his butt when he does the dishes. It takes him a second to register it properly. 

- He's a blushing mess but still unsure how he feels about it.

Gotham Riddler: 

- Oh, hello~~

- While surprised at first, he's absolutely pleased.

- He's quite the tease himself.

- So to see you try and tease him as well is amusing. 

- He'll tease you back for the rest of the day.

- Pinching your butt, squeezing your shoulders, pinching your love handles.

- He enjoys seeing your flustered reaction just as much as you enjoyed his surprised reaction when you slapped his ass.

- He'll be more than pleased for you to continue this line of teasing. 

- He's happy to see you being playful and open with him. 

BTAS Riddler: 

- Oh, oh…this..this is new.

- He's taken aback. He's surprised, his skin flushed warm and red.

- However, he can't help but feel amused.

- Two can play at that game. 

- After you think the moment is gone. Ed will come up behind you and plant sweet kisses along your neck and cheek.

- Just as you lean into it, smiling, and beaming at the affection. 

- He'll lower his hand and quickly smack your butt before booking it to another room.

- You're shocked but also ticked that he got you back.

- This means war (affectionately and teasingly) 

Zero Year/Capullo Riddler: 

- I'd be surprised if this candy ass didn't have his ass slightly poked out just so you can accidentally hit it. 

- Let alone try and invite you to actively slap his ass.

- But, but he is a pain in the ass, so any chance to replicate that pain is necessary (even if he finds it pleasurable)

- He fully relishes in the attention. 

- Expect him to come up to you later and hint at you to spank him again. 

- Also he'll absolutely give you the same treatment. 

- Albeit expect his slaps to be a little harder. 

- He'll also sneak in a pinch or two.

Twojar Riddler: 

- I'm still clearly divided whether or not this Riddler is an ass or tits man. There's evidence of mostly tits but I can see him appreciating a nice ass too.

- So showing your appreciation for his ass is an absolute delight. 

- He will be taken aback by your confidence at first.

- But once he realizes that it wasn't a figment of his imagination.

- It's game on. 

- Don't be surprised if occasionally ass slaps just become part of your normal exchange. 

- And don't be surprised if it leads to sexy times later.

- I don't doubt he's handsy with you and constantly has his hands on your waist and ass anyway. 

- It's all part of his possessive personality that I've pinned on him tehehe

Gotham City Sirens Riddler:

- Oh, well, that's a pleasant surprise. 

- Absolutely eats up the attention.

- He'll let out that warm, hearty, chuckle that makes you melt.

- Teasingly asks in fake shock, "Well, what was that for?"

- Expect him to absolutely return the favor.

- Whether it's his hand or the top of his cane, it's up to him and what you're doing.

- He's also open to pinching your bottom as well, especially when you least expect it.

- He's one of the Riddlers, that while knowing you were just flirting, he'll take the chance to make it into a sexual encounter. 

Telltale Riddler: 

- You're lucky if he even gives you a reaction. 

- He may roll his eyes or scoff at your attempts.

- If you catch him at a decent time, he may give you a smirk. 

- On the rare days he's actually pleased or bemused by you, he may spank you back in return. 

- He's not all that impressed or surprised by much anymore. But your attempts will always be amusing to him.

Young Justice Riddler: 

- This poor boy tenses up.

- Let's out a tiny surprise squeak. 

- Is the one to turn around and look at you in surprise.

- Like really you did that?

- You..you slapped his bottom

- His entire face is red. His heart is doing palpitations. 

- How..how does he respond? He does…appreciate the gesture he guesses.

- Please go over there and tell him it's okay and not to break his brain overthinking about it. 

- Then he'll be able to take it…at least a little better next time. 

Hush (DCAU) Riddler: 

- Whoa, where did that come from?

- His cheeks get dusted a slight pink. 

- Rub the area that you afflicted. As his face is conflicted. 

- He knows this is something couples do, he's seen it but never expected it to happen to him.

- His perplexed expression turns amused when he hears your cute giggles.

- Well aren't you proud of yourself.

- He's unsure if he should return the favor right now….

- Or just toss you over his shoulder and start tickling you.

[riddle-me-ri]

hi if its fine with you id like to request riddler with an artsy s/o and like theyre suffering artblock so they do a painting of him (he finds it sweet)

can be any riddler of ur choice and i also prefer gender neutral but if u end up writing fem i dont mind!

have a good night/day

-anon

A/N: aahhh that’s meee…this request resonates with me so well as an artist that suffers from art block or a chronic victim of endless reference scrolling to where I get lost saving references for everything but what I was looking for rip…only for me to settle and just draw Eddie from different media lol. And I'm so sorry ahead of time this got ridiculously long, I got really carried away and was having so much fun with the idea rip. So sorry for the length!

Riddlers React to Reader’s Art of Him:

Arkhamverse Riddler:

Edward always appreciated your capability to occupy yourself. While he was busy plotting, building, and scheming…you were sketching, collaging, and painting.

Of course, until one unfortunate day. Nothing was coming to you. You’ve just about drawn and sketched every riddlebot, every henchmen, and you even started scribbling question marks all over the pages…wait…what? Ugh. 

You needed to find a new muse. Anything…anyone…well there was one person you haven’t painted yet. 

However, you knew you wouldn’t be caught dead with your supplies in his workspace. The minute the paint spilled on the floor or god forbid you put your eraser down and it disappeared among the chaos. 

You grabbed your phone and began scrolling through your phone. You’ve taken enough candid photos of him, surely one of them would spark your interests. Your artistic eye landed on one such photo. Edward was smiling in this one, it was when he first got one of his riddlebots to work. Quickly you took to sketching the thumbnail for the portrait. 

There was knocking on the door. 

“What is it, Y/N! I’ll have you know I am very busy!” Edward was already raving and ranting before he even opened the door. 

“I-I know, Ed! This’ll only take a minute, please?” You begged, grinning your teeth into a smile as if you were trying to coax him and he was in front of you. 

Edward opened the door and looked at you. “Well? What was so pressing, you had to–”

You pulled the canvas out from behind your back. Edward was stunned when familiar green eyes met his own. 

“Y-Y/N…w-when?” He reaches out to grab it, but you quickly snatch it back. 

“Uh-uh, not with those filthy gloves. Take them off!” You ordered. 

Edward groaned annoyingly, but took them off whilst rolling his eyes. His eyes came back to the painting however as you let him hold it. 

Ed allowed the smallest grin lopsided along his face. He looked surprised, almost mesmerized…he was happy. 

Of course, that window of vulnerability smacked close the instant it let just the tiniest bits of light in. 

“Well, I wouldn’t expect anything less considering you had the most ideal subject to work off from.” 

Now it was your turn to roll your eyes, well the moment was sweet while it was there. 

Reevesverse/Dano Riddler:

Edward was practically the perfect subject for a life drawing. He had his usual comfort positions whenever he was enthralled in any of his usual activities. Which made him sit stable in one position. Whether that was playing games online, reading the paper and doing the crosswords, or endlessly scribbling away at his ledgers. 

You both mutually respected each other’s creative spaces. Not allowing one or the other to look unless invited. You rarely saw what was in his ledgers (you doubt you’d ever get the chance to) and you equally rarely show him your sketchbooks. 

It couldn’t be helped though. He was just too adorable. His small little smirks, his round cheeks, and pretty eyes. He was the best subject…not to mention he was always so still. 

You caught yourself staring glances of him at that moment. He was writing and typing away about something. Probably jotting down some riddles or puzzles of his own. Meanwhile you were steady sketching and erasing away. 

Both of you lost in your own little worlds. 

You didn’t even realize how much time has gone by or how Edward was all of a sudden in front of you. 

You jumped back in shock, curling your arms around your sketchbook to shield its contents. 

“Oh…sorry…I-I didn’t mean to make you jump.”

You sighed. “It’s okay, just lost in the zone for a minute.”

There was a moment of silence as Edward decided to take a seat next to you. You were pondering your next move, but maybe it would be a good step towards moving your relationship forward. 

“W-Wanna see what I’ve been working on?” You offered.

Ed’s head immediately picked up. “O-Oh…uh…y-you don’t have too if you’re not comfortable.”

“I wouldn’t offer if I wasn’t.” You handed your sketchbook to him. 

He glanced his eyes back and forth between you and the sketchpad. He slowly gripped it with a soft excited smile on his face. You shrugged in on yourself, hoping you made the right call. 

“W-Wait…” He gasped. “T-That’s me? You drew me? Just now?” 

“Ehh…more like the past hour and a half.” You chuckled nervously. 

“I-It’s great…I-I’m f-flattered even. Is this how you see me?” Edward was beside himself. He usually can’t stay looking at himself in the mirror. Seeing his inner self-loathing grow and spread from the inside out, but…but he liked this Edward, the one drawn by you. 

You nodded. “Yeah. It is.” You put your hand on his shoulder and wrapped the other around his waist. You gave him a small side hug and a kiss on his cheek. 

Gotham Riddler: 

You were probably the only one in the whole precinct that actually enjoyed his ramblings and absurd amount of info-dumping. He was too animated to ignore and he made for the perfect drawing subject when you found yourself stuck on what to draw. Thankfully, he’s usually too lost in his thoughts and verbal vomit to pay you any mind to you doodling away. 

Until today anyway. 

“What’re you doing?” 

“Huh?”

“I’ve noticed that while you are actively listening to me talking, and I do appreciate you actually paying attention…I’m curious to what you’re also doing while I’m talking…” He stammered. 

Well, you weren’t prepared for that discussion. 

“Oh, uh…well…I-I’m actually drawing you..” You answered. 

The room was silent. Edward was prepared for every answer…but yet not that one. 

“I-uh-oh...um…wasn’t expecting that.” 

“Did you think I was taking notes?” You giggled.

“Err…actually I thought you were just keeping yourself busy cause…I thought I was boring you.” Edward admitted. 

“What? I don’t find you boring at all. Look!” You quickly handed him your sketchpad before any other negating thoughts came to his head. “I love listening to you, and watching you speak. You’re so animated and brilliant and I want to capture it...or try to anyways.”

Ed’s eyes lit up at you mentioning him, in a positive light. No one’s ever referred to his ramblings as…animated and brilliant before. “C-Can you show me? T-The drawings of me?”

“Oh, uh…” You seized up, the amount you’ve actually drawn finally dawning on you as probably reading on borderline creepy. However, he wasn’t going to believe you unless you showed him the proof. 

You quickly handed him the medium sketchpad before you had time to refuse. 

Ed’s eyebrows raised as his eyes widened. He immediately recognized himself, he could almost recall the conversations. He found himself softly chuckling at the small footnotes to what he was saying beside the sketches. 

“D-Do you like them?” It seemed silly to ask, but you needed vocal affirmation to the silly grin on his face. 

He looked up at you, completely bewildered but extremely giddy. His smile was stretched across his face, no doubt the biggest smile you’ve seen from him. 

“I-I-I love them…they’re great! Y-You’re incredibly talented Y/N…”

“Nah, I’ve just got a great subject.” You nudged your shoulder with his. He returned the sketchbook to you. 

There was another moment of comfortable silence until Ed stole glances between you and the sketchpad. 

“What is it, Ed?” 

“Well, I don’t want to start sharing until you’re ready!” He grinned. 

You smiled back but quickly plop down on your seat and grab your graphite pencil. “Okay, I’m ready.” 

BTAS Riddler: 

You were way too focused. After months, almost years of drawing Eddie, you were confident enough to pull off this decent sized portrait of him. He’s been your whole world for so long, he occupied a lot mroe of your thoughts than you cared to admit. Although, there was nothing wrong with showing that appreciation. 

You were too excited to wait for his birthday or Christmas or Valentine’s Day. You just wanted to give him something, plus drawing and painting him help broke you from your art block the past few weeks. Seeing his adorable face slowly come to life on the canvas, you even amazed yourself at a moment or two. 

It was the hardest secret to keep until you finally were ready to reveal it to him. You two just had a fun date night. Everything was perfect, and the mood was just right. Love, passion, and tenderness flowing between the two of you. 

You’re reminded yet again, just how much you love and adore this man. He leaned down to kiss you when all of a sudden you remember your portrait drying in your studio. You gasp which shocks Ed but you tap his nose and tell him to wait in the living room. 

He quirks a curious eyebrow at you but stays put. 

He’s shocked when he sees you carrying something almost as tall and wide as you behind your back. You pull it out from behind your back, a thin protective sheet of paper still covering the art. 

“I-I made this for you, Eddie.” You said softly, handing him the canvas.

“D-Darling..you…you didn-” When he pulls the protective back, he’s in complete awe. He finds himself breathlessly chuckling. “I-It’s me?”

“Of course it’s you, there’s no one else more handsome!” You went up and kissed his cheek. “Do you like it, Eddie?” 

“I-I-I’m in awe, I love it…You’re so talented, my dear…thank you.” He kissed your temple in return. You grabbed his chin and leaned him down to properly kiss you like he tried to do before. 

Zero Year/Capullo Riddler: 

Now, this asshole…he’s surprised you weren’t already drawing him. Like what better muse do you need, Y/N? He’s right there! He knows how much you love his face, the way he grins, his expressive eyes, and even more intricate and expressive hand gestures. You don’t say it but he can see it in your eyes, you don’t hide your obvious attraction to him well. 

However, you still sketch away even while rolling your eyes. As much as you hated to admit it (and as much I, too, hate to admit it) the smug bastard was fun as hell to draw. His face was so pudgy and he was able to do certain expressions you haven’t seen before. 

“Why don’t you ever ask me to pose for you?” He teased you. 

“Because quite frankly thinking of painting you like…uh…French girl, doesn’t sound amusing to me.” 

Edward blinked at you in disbelief. You found yourself succumbing to your chuckles at his displeased expression. 

“Now, you and I BOTH very well know, that’s a lie!” He crossed his arms defensively. 

“Is it?” You challenged. 

Edward nodded. “You may not think it, but I’ve seen you draw me before, and even I have to admit, you capture my essence pretty well.”

“Does that essence portray a conceited dickhead?” You asked. 

He narrowed his eyes at you. 

“I’ll take that as a no…damnit guess I’ll have to fix those..”

“C’mon, Y/N! Just this once!” 

“Are you paying me?” 

“What? NO!” He laid down in front of you on his side on top of the thankfully empty coffee table. “I should be offering payment for my services, but this will be a freebie.”

You found yourself reeling your eyeballs back into your sockets. After more minutes of bickering you conceded and painted the egomaniac. You tried to stay focused no matter how often he kept teasing you with winks and kissy faces. 

When you flipped the canvas around to show him the final product. You made sure to steady look at his face. He may be a conniving manipulator, but if he was pleased or surprised he couldn’t hide it. You found yourself grinning, as his mouth opened to a soft “oh” shape and his eyes were widened. 

“Well, what do you think?” 

Somehow hearing your voice snapped him out of whatever thoughts he was having. Gone went the wide eyes and speechlessness. 

“Well, I mean..it is amazing, but then again your subject matter is pretty incredible…”

You snatched your supplies and started storming off.

“Hey! Come back! It looks good! You even got my eyes right this time!” 

“Oh fuck off! I never screw up your eyes!”

“So you do stare at me?”

“Ugh!” 

Twojar Riddler:

Just call him the David to your Michelangelo. You would never outright admit it but it was pretty clear to the two of you that you had a mutual appreciation for the other as muse and artist. Whenever you had a slow art day or when you weren’t getting any ideas, Edward was usually always free to stand in as your art subject. 

Almost too willing some times, even suggested it on days you were doing well enough on your own. Although it never hurt to practice more life and anatomy practice. Edward would very much prefer it was HIS anatomy as opposed to anyone else’s. 

One day, you realized that you never actually truly painted him. It was usually just quick thirty minute or sometimes an hour long sketching sessions. He was always pleased with whatever you drew, sometimes teasing you where you tend to mostly put your focus on when drawing him. Whether it was his face, his hands, or chest. 

Regardless you wanted to wow him at least once with your skill. Lately you’ve been pulling out the paints again. Ed noticed but never mentioned them. You were thankful for, you wanted to be able to get better at the medium before putting your favorite subject to the test. When you felt like you painted everything under the moon and began running out of ideas to practice on…you felt like it was time. 

“You want to paint me this time?” Ed asked, wearing a white dress shirt with barely one bottom button barely buttoned. He also wore some dark green slacks. 

“Yeah, thought I’d change it up a bit. I’ve been practicing with the paints for a minute.” You explained as you set up your easel and paints. 

“I’ve noticed, you’ve picked up on it rather quickly, not that I’m surprised.” He grinned. 

“Well, hopefully, I can impress you instead.” You chuckled as you finally took a seat. 

“You always impress me, dear. I always admire you and your craft.” 

You smiled softly at that. You shook your head to get rid of the blushes coming to warm your cheek as you began to focus. 

It took an extra hour and a half than you liked. Edward occasionally talking to make conversation. You two never sat well in silence and oddly enough, these were the few intimate moments you got to catch up with one another. 

“Well, darling?” 

“I-I…well…”

“I won’t move until you’re certain.” 

Your heart swelled at his commitment. “You can see it, Eddie…” 

It was eternity for him to go from his sitting spot to your side. You didn’t miss the small intake of air and the wide smile on his face. 

“Well?” 

“I-It’s outstanding…y-you’ve outdone yourself my dear.” He complimented. 

You couldn’t resist the squeals of excitement that came out as you wrapped your arms around his neck in an embrace. “Thank you, Eddie! That means a lot!”

Gotham City Sirens Riddler: 

It wasn’t unheard of that there were slow days at the office. Much like this one dull and dragging Wednesday evening. After all your spring cleaning and organizing your office space was done, you figured it wouldn’t hurt to pull out your sketchbook. 

Usually Ed had the door to his office closed, but since he likely was not expecting any new cases today he decided to leave it open. 

After scribbling some random faces and various shapes to get the drawing muscles warmed up, you took a glance into Edward’s office. 

You haven’t drawn him yet. Sometimes you’ve caught Harley or Selina waiting and got to draw their faces. Every now and again you got to draw the clients that came in. Better still, there were a couple cases Edward required your artistic skill to draw a possible person of interest or whatever descriptors a client may have to help him go off of. 

You liked those cases best, they made you feel good like you were actually helping Ed and not just his book keep. 

You started sketching out your basic shape and guidelines. Stealing the glances of Edward like a kid stealing cookies from a jar. Just to make sure Ed didn’t have the slightest clue to your creative activity. 

“Well, Y/N. I guess it’s time to call it a day, I suppose it was a good day to–Y/N?” 

“Yes, sir?” You looked up and almost jumped from your seat when he was in front of you and not in his office. 

“What were you doing with your spare time?” Ed smirked. He looped around the edge of your desk to where he was beside you. 

You didn’t have a chance to explain it before he saw the drawing of himself. 

“I-I’m sorry, Eddie…I-I don’t mean to freak you out, I was just…didn’t know what to draw and I’ve never drawn you before…”

Ed scoffed. “Could’ve fooled me, this looks amazing, Y/N. And dare I say, extremely flattering too.” He winked at you. 

You gulped the slowly suffocating and growing lump in your throat. “I-I uh..t-thanks, Eddie.” 

“Thank you…come on, let’s get out of here. Perhaps we can discuss future art projects for you in the future with yours truly.” 

Young Justice Riddler: 

If you could say you had a number one fan of your art, it was Edward. You could doodle a tiny smiley face any child could draw and he’d absolutely adore it. He adored your sketches of the teammates, or your landscape studies of different places you guys travel too for the Light. 

One day on such a trip, you found yourself at a complete loss. You didn’t feel inspired to draw anything, and you wanted to draw. It always helped pass the time on these trips. 

You looked over and saw Eddie busy typing away on his PC. No doubt doing research for this upcoming mission. A lightbulb went off in your head. You quickly started sketching him, your heart every now and then skipping a beat whenever he smiled at his screen. You were thrilled he hasn’t spotted you yet, it gave you all the motivation to get it done as quickly but accurately as possible. 

“Y/N? I didn’t know you were in here!” 

You looked up and your eyes met warm brown ones. You quickly glance back down at your pad and back at him just to see if they are any more details you needed to add. 

“Oh hey, Eddie! Yeah...I-I’ve been in here for a minute.” You chuckled. 

“Why didn’t you say anything?” He took a seat next to you. 

“Well, because I wanted the chance to draw you!” 

“D-Draw me?” He even pointed to himself with his thumb to get double affirmation. 

“Yeah! Look!” 

Edward took the sketchbook in his hands and his breath was immediately taken away. He saw himself in black and white on the paper, yet…it was how you saw him. You somehow drew the confidence he struggled to find in himself…onto him. 

“Is, is this how you picture me?” He asked softly.

“Yes, babe…that’s you.” You smiled. “I’m kind of impressed with myself. I captured your sweet smile I love. I got your eyes just how I like…it’s all you, and everything I adore about you.” 

Edward found himself chuckling. "I-I…I love it, you make me look…how I want to look like.." 

You put your head on his shoulder. "You already look that way to me." 

You kissed his cheek, giggling as his face started to blush.

Telltale Riddler: 

God, it was so damn difficult and intimidating to impress him in any and every possible way. 

However, you knew Edward had an appreciation for the arts. Thankfully you were artistic, and he seemed to enjoy the little still lives you drew. Giving you the smallest nod or the lowest of satisfied hums. 

Well, what was driving you anxious now was how he’d react to this portrait of him you did. You had a major art block and wanted to paint human figures for once. It made sense to paint Edward considering how long you’ve been with him…however predicting his reaction was nerve-wracking. 

Would he like it? Would he just give you pity comments but totally roll his eyes at it? He’d probably comment about how you had better things to do with your spare time. 

However, you knew he would have questions to what has kept you so busy the past couple of weeks. While he was tinkering away in his hideout. You occasionally reached out periodically but mostly stayed in your apartment. You invited him over for dinner so you can unveil your painting to him. 

“So, what was it you wanted to show me?” As soon as dinner was over, Edward didn’t beat around anymore bushes. 

“Well, you were asking what was keeping me so busy. I was working on a little project, to surprise you with…” You tried to swallow down the lump of nervousness in your throat and slow down the anxious pacing of your heart. 

“F-follow me.” He followed you down the hallway and to your little studio in the room right across from your bedroom. 

The painting was covered with a protective thin sheet over it. You went to the side of it and with a quick breath your snatched it off. 

It was a mid-waist portrait. He was in his Riddler get-up, the hood was down, but his eye mask was still on. He held his staff in his hand and leaned it against his shoulder. 

Edward was speechless. He was hardly ever speechless…so you weren’t sure if that was exactly a good or bad reaction. Eventually the quiet was eating away at you. 

“Edward?” You asked, slowly dropping the sheet from your hands. 

“I-I-I…” He finds himself flabbergasted. No one’s ever done anything like this for him. The only pictures of him are either from mugshots or wanted posters. Pictures of him were usually videos or images of him in mid-heist. 

“This…this is very impressive, Y/N. Is this what kept you busy these past few days?” He was steady staring at his portrait. 

“Y-Yes…I wanted to surprise you with something, and I’ve always wanted to try my hand at figures.” 

He looked over at you and grinned. “You certainly did that, you surprised me and impressed me. If you ever wish to…draw from real life…feel free to bring your supplies to the hideout. Just as long as you clean up and keep up with them.” He winked. 

Hush (DCAU) Riddler: 

Hmm…just one more little line here…erase that guideline that was still there.

"Hey, Y/N! What're you drawing this time?" 

You had your supplies all lined out on the living room table. You had your artboard in your lap with your sheet of paper. You were drawing while waiting for Edward to come home. 

"Oh…just this really handsome person I know. I see him every day and yet I never thought to draw him. It was the perfect way to break out of my art block!" 

He was hanging up his suit jacket, hat, and mask while he took in everything you said. Yet it just now registered to him as he started walking towards your makeshift work station. 

"W-wait what? You drew me?

"Well I'm glad to know you know it's you." You chuckled. 

Edward leaned over the back of the couch and looked over your shoulder. 

“Whoa…you weren’t kidding.” He mumbled.

“Why would I kid you? Do you like it?” You leaned your head next to his. You could feel his smile stretch to scrunch his cheeks. 

“I-I love it…I look amazing! W-Well I mean..you drew me amazing..I’m still just me..” He chuckled. 

You giggled back, turning his head to the side, you leaned in and met his lips with yours. “I love you, and I drew you as I see you. You’re always amazing to me, Eddie.” 

He smiled back at you, with the most loving eyes imaginable. 

“I can keep drawing you, if you wish. If that’ll make you believe!” You nudged his shoulder with yours. 

He laughed. “I don’t know about that but I do know I like the idea of being your “go-to” muse.”

[riddle-me-ri]

Scenario with various riddlers: Riddler gives his s/o a kiss on the cheek. Just before he is about to leave they say, "you missed." In a nonchalant way. While Eddie is standing there confused, his s/o walks up to him and cups his face, "here let me show you." And then they give him a big ol smooch on the lips.

A/N: AAAHHHH you've done it anon, you've done it rip, you've killed me. Eeeee I love this idea so much it's so soft and sweet it made me squeal like a teenager and kick my feet in glee. I live for soft moments with the mean green beannsss also cause of that…this is stupid long. Sorry not sorry

Riddlers x Reader - You Missed Me, Now You Gotta Well…You Know

Arkhamverse Riddler:

After finally getting him to sleep for more than two hours and talking him into eating a decent meal. It made sense that once he woke up and ate breakfast the next morning, he would be making a beeline back to his shop. 

"Well, time to head back to work…I guess I did need this…supposed break…"

You rolled your eyes, knowing this is as much gratitude as you'll get out of him. "You did need it and you're welcome." You stood up from your chair and walked with him to the door of his workshop. 

"I'll come back up in a few hours." Edward said as he turned to face you. He pursed his lips, hesitating. 

"Okay, Eddie." You smiled, stealing glances between his eyes and lips. 

Edward leaned into the side of your face and gave you a gentle kiss on your cheek. You slightly giggled as his stubble tickled against your skin. 

He's about to turn back to face the door. His hand barely turned the doorknob, when you spoke up.

"Eddie, you missed!"

"What do you mea-?" He started to ask but was interrupted by you grabbing the sides of his face and colliding your lips with his. 

When you finally let go, you were giggling at the absolute bright red blush on his face. 

“See? Wasn’t that better?”

Reevesverse/Dano Riddler:

“Off to work already?” You were wiping away the sleepies from your eyes, when you notice Ed coming out of the bathroom. He was dressed in a white collared button up shirt, tie, and dress pants. 

Ed chuckled at your adorable sleepy state. He went over to your side of the bed. “It’s 7:30, sweetheart. I gotta go.”

You let out a dramatic pathetic whine. “Eddie, it’s Saturday…”

“I know, I know. But this case we’re working on is high priority at the office. The sooner I come in and solve it, the sooner I can come back home, okay?”

You pouted. “Mm…okay.” You crossed your arms, not annoyed at Ed, just his stupid unappreciative job.  

Edward smiled softly as he leaned in and gave you a kiss on the cheek. “I’ll be back soon, okay?” 

“You didn’t do it right!”

That wasn’t the response he was expecting. “W-what do you mean?”

“You’re supposed to kiss me here,” you tapped your lips. “I’ll show you.” 

You stood up on your knees and pulled him closer to you by his tie. You planted a big kiss on his lips. Poor man was shocked for a minute, but was able to recover fast enough to return the kiss. 

Reluctantly you pulled back from his lips. “Have a good day at work, Eddie.” 

Gotham Riddler:

“Hey, Eddie, did you want to have dinner at my place tonight?” You offered. Your focus was on the filing cabinet, as your fingers flipped through the tabs, finding the proper home for a file Ed just returned. 

“I-S-Sure! I’d love that.” 

You two have been dating for the past few weeks and things were going well. He had already shown you his home, you figured it was fair you showed yours. 

“Sweet. It’ll be my first time cooking for company in my new place, it’ll be…interesting to the say the least.” You finally slid the folder to it’s rightful place. When you shut the cabinet, you turned your head to the side to see Ed yet again closer than he was initially. 

“I can’t wait.” He said sweetly. You notice his eyes dart from yours to down to his feet. He also occasionally bit his bottom lip. 

“Is there something on your mi-”

He placed a chaste kiss to your cheek. Both of your faces started tinting red at your cheeks. 

“I-I…sorry…that-that probably wasn’t appropriate for the work place.” He muttered nervously. 

“Probably not, but you did it wrong.” 

He furrowed his eyebrows in confusion. He was fairly certain there was no mistaken a sweet kiss to the cheek. 

Until you cupped one side of his face, your thumb gently stroking where his skin began warming up. You brought his head down closer to yours as you stood up to meet his lips with yours in the middle. You could feel him take a sharp intake of air through his nose, it took him a minute before he finally kissed back.

When the two of you finally broke apart. It took everything in you not to giggle at the wide-eyed goofy look on his face. 

“You okay, Eddie?” 

He nodded, “n-never better.” 

Batman the Animated Series Riddler:

It was a peaceful night in. It was one of Edward’s first nights back home after getting out of Arkham. Needless to say you were glued to his side for most of the day, not that he was complaining. He held you just as tightly in return. 

Dinner was finished. The dishes were drying. You two were cuddling on the couch, watching a late night game show. 

After a little over an hour, Ed decided to get up from the couch. 

“Where are you going?” You asked, almost pitifully. 

Ed chuckled. “Just to the bathroom, darling. I’ll be right back!” 

“Quick kiss first!” You giggled. 

Ed shook his head in disbelief, but he obliged you by leaning over and kissing your cheek. 

“EEHRR! Wrong!” You said. You wrapped your arms around his neck and pulled him down and gave him a kiss on the lips. 

Edward laughed into the kiss, but returned it with fervor nonetheless. When you pulled back from his lips. You both chuckled at each other. 

“Does my prize include freedom?” 

“Ugh, fine, I guess. Just hurry back!” You playfully scoffed before taking your seat back on the couch. 

Zero Year/Capullo Riddler:

“And just where do you think you’re going?” You asked defiantly. 

Edward was once again trying to walk out on his post-coital cuddle duties. 

“I’ve gotta go, babe. Besides you know I’m not all into that aftercare stuff.” He defended. 

You groaned. It was true he did say that from the jump, but would it hurt him every once in awhile. You scoff at the thought, yeah it might, may even kill him one day to actually be just a smidge vulnerable. 

“Ugh, fine, whatever.” You waved your hand in a shooing motion. You flopped over to your side of the bed, with your back facing him. You pulled the covers up over yourself to hide from him. 

You were confused when the room got quiet and you didn’t hear the familiar sound of the door closing. 

You felt someone tap on your shoulder. You turned to see Ed standing with a stupid lopsided grin on his face. 

“What? I thought you were oh so busy?” 

“I may be selfish, but I’m not entirely cruel.” He leaned down and left a faint of a peck on your cheek. 

You rolled your eyes. “Nuh-uh you’re not gonna half-ass my kisses either!” You grabbed the lapels of his jacket and crashed your lips onto his. Ed didn’t miss a beat, as he began licking the bottom of your lip, non-vocally asking for entrance. 

However instead of usually obliging him, you tore your lips away from his. 

You fake yawned. “I’m tired, let me sleep and you do whatever it is you gotta do.” 

Ed grumbled in annoyance. You stayed motionless until you heard the door closed. Once it closed, you let out a tiny fit of giggles and tickled kicks of your feet in glee. 

Twojar Riddler:

You guys were taking a cab back from a night out. You two were absolutely all over each other. Touching, tugging, holding, caressing, and of course kissing. 

However, Edward was kissing you everywhere, except for your lips. 

“E-Eddie!” You giggled, his sideburns tickling the skin on your neck as he trailed kissing along your shoulder. 

“Hm?” He asked, not relenting on his kisses. 

“Y-You’re kissing me in the wrong spot.” You argued. 

“Oh, is that right?” He asked, teasingly. Ed removed his head from the side of your neck and looked at you. 

“Tell me, where is the right spot?” He smirked.

He kissed your shoulder. “Here?”

He pecked your neck. “Here?” 

“Perhaps here?” He kissed your cheek.

You started giggling again. “Eddie…” you playfully whined. 

“What? You haven’t told me where.”

“I think you know…”

“Hmm…you know what. I think I do.” 

Edward finally leaned in, cupping your cheek and pulling your lips to his. 

Gotham City Sirens Riddler:

You heard the door to the office burst open and then slam shut. The sound made you jump out from behind your desk. 

“Edward! I-Is everything oh…” 

Edward was in absolute tatters. His green suit was covered in soot, with some edges to it slightly burned off. His hat was bent and also burned around the edges. His dress shirt was also untucked and wrinkled. His cane broken in two, each of the pieces he dead gripped in his fists.

“Ed! A-Are you okay?” 

“Fine! Just peachy.” He snarled. He started making his way down the hallway to his office. 

“Well, uh, w-what…do you need anything?” You asked unsure what to say, but still wanted to help him. 

“I said I’m fine!” He snapped. 

A few minutes go by, Edward had long since discarded his ruined suit and shirt. He still kept the hat, hoping to possibly fixing it. Currently he was trying to tape his cane back together. Until he heard a small knock on the door. 

He was about to bark at you to dismiss whoever it was that wanted to see him, but he was surprised to see you with a plastic bag. You walked over to him and took out a water bottle, bandages, hydrogen peroxide, aspirin, and super glue. 

“Hm.” Edward softly let a smile grow on his face. You began applying the antiseptic liquid to the burns on his arm and softly bandaging them. As you did this he took the opportunity to give you a thankful kiss on the cheek. 

“I’m gonna need more payment than that for patching you up.” You said, teasingly. 

“Is that so?”

“Mm hm, my help isn’t cheap!”

He cupped your chin between his thumb and forefinger. He chuckled, “of course it isn’t.” He leaned in closer and kissed you, gratefully.  

Young Justice Riddler:

You were minutes away from seeing Edward off on another mission. It was your job to stay behind and keep a lookout.

 Needless to say the two of you have gotten pretty close over the years. You guys have only been dating for a couple months now and Ed’s adorable awkwardness has only quadrupled in that time span as he’s getting used to the new status of your relationship. As well as what your relationship usually entails. Like PDA. 

“You’re up, Eddie!” You called for him. You were sitting at your desk; typing, clicking, and swiping away at touchscreens to make sure everything was in working order. 

“O-Oh it’s time to go already.” Ed was lost in his own head, just staring and watching you do your thing. He really wishes he could just stay with you, but nope they needed someone as a scapegoat. 

“Sure is. You’ll be fine, I’ve got eyes all over the facility.” You reassured. 

“I-I don’t doubt it.” He chuckled nervously. 

He stood up out of the chair. “Well, I’ll see you later.” He hesitated at first before finally swooping into your side and giving you a kiss on the cheek. 

You tried so hard not to squeal out loud. That was one of the boldest things he’s done yet. 

“Aw, come here!” You jumped out of your seat. You wrapped your arms around him, almost knocking him off his feet. You leaned in and planted a big sweet kiss on his lips. “There! That’s a real kiss!”

“N-N-Noted.” He stuttered, his face slowly glowing a faint pink from his forehead to his neck. 

Telltale Riddler:

Honestly, you should just be grateful he even kissed you on the cheek. Good luck trying to get him to give you a proper kiss. 

“Aww, come on, Ed! You can do better than that!” 

You had just finished cooking dinner and all the old fart did was give you a small peck on the lips. 

“What do you mean?”

“You can’t even give me a kiss?”

He shifted his eyes left and right, confused. “Didn’t I do that?”

“Well, yeah, but like…a proper one…on the lips…” You explained. 

Edward groaned. “Fine, I suppose you’re right.” He got up and walked over to you and gave you a small quick peck on the lips. You didn’t even have a chance to return it. 

“I believe I’ve paid the piper as they say,” with that he twirled around and headed to his work station.

“Ed! Come back here!” You immediately started walking after him. You were going to get your kiss one way or another. Even if it meant kissing his corpse. 

Hush (DCAU) Riddler:

“You ready, Ed?” You asked. 

You were always so nervous whenever he was about to disembark on a new plot he’s cooked up. You always knew the odds of him being caught and incarcerated again were very high. You always mentally prepared yourself for that possibility. While simultaneously hoping he would get away. 

“Ready as I’ll ever be.” He tightened the eye mask around the back of his head. 

He noticed you by the door. You were rocking on the heels and balls of your feet and your hands were rubbing both your arms. 

Ed walked over to you. “Hey, are you okay, sweetie?”

You nodded frantically. “Y-Yeah, yeah of course.”

He quirked his eyebrow at you. “You know I’m the smartest man in Gotham, right?”

“Of course I do.”

“So you know, that I know you’re lying…”

You bit your lip, before sighing. “I’m just nervous, like I always am. I don’t like seeing you go and then you don’t come back..” 

Edward sighed in defeat. “I know sweetheart, I know. It kills me too. But you know I always come back. It may take time, but I always come back, don’t I?” 

You nod, “y-yeah, eventually, yeah…”

“You’re the best, you know that.” Ed claimed. “So amazing and patient with me.” He gave you a sweet reassuring kiss on your cheek. “I love you for that, you know? You make me feel like the luckiest guy in Gotham!” 

You giggled softly. “I love you too, and you missed.”

“Hm?”

“You missed my lips…” You muttered. 

Ed playfully knocked himself in the head with the palm of his hand. “Silly me, you’re right. You’re right.” He had a goofy smile on his face as he leaned in and gave you a proper, long, sweet kiss.

[riddle-me-ri]

Different versions of the Riddler constantly making freudian slips when they are near their crush Y/N. Like they are hanging out and Y/N stops to smell a flower, and Eddie is just like, "I wish that was me...". But when Y/N turns around and asked what did he say he just blurts out. "I WISH YOU WERE STUNG BY A BEE."

Or

"Gosh you are so lovely. I love you."

"what?"

"I meant - YOU ARE A MONEY AND I'M SELLING YOU TO THE ZOO!!"

(You don't have to do this if you don't want to I just think it is a funny idea.) ^^

A/N: Aww this is such a super cute idea lol but I think some Riddlers will probably be suaver than that, but most of them would absolutely erupt into random blabberings cause that's easier to explain than his emotions lol

Riddlers x Reader - I Love You--Wait, what?

Arkhamverse Riddler:

You just had to be near him, and that frustrated him. He was frustrated that he got flustered around you. You made his brain stop thinking logically, and purely upon emotions, and he hated it. You constantly distract him with your laughs and smiles. 

The way your eyes genuinely lit up when watching him work. How you shared his enthusiasm whenever one of his machines or gadgets sprung to life. The way you looked at him with excitement and pride, the way no one has ever seen him. 

He was working on another one of his projects. You would look between his blueprints and back on the parts he was tinkering with. Trying to connect what you saw on the paper to what was physically there. 

Edward stopped moving his tools for a moment and just looked at you. 

“I adore you…”

“Come again, Eddie?” You looked up to face him. 

Edward froze. His hands tightened around his tools, wishing it was his neck instead. 

“Oh, uhh..er..I said I warned you, not to get too close. Sparks could fly and there’s no use you going blind!”

Dano Riddler:

Edward enjoyed seeing you, it started to become his favorite part of the day. It took you sometime, but you were able to get through his hard exterior and you two eventually became friends at work. Of course, it didn’t take long for the companionship to evolve into something more deeper and intimate for Ed. 

It was another boring business party. Edward will never understand why they make these things mandatory. He knew no one wanted him there just as much as he didn’t want to be there. 

“Eddie! Is that you?” 

He heard your voice over, and turned around to greet you, but he wasn’t prepared to actually see you. You were dressed to the nines in formal wear, it was the first time he’d seen you in anything but work attire. 

“Y-You look stunning…”

“What’d you say, Eddie?” You asked with a small smile. 

“I-uh-er-um..I-I was humming to myself, sorry..”

You giggled. “It’s okay, I’m glad I could catch you! You look handsome!” 

Edward gulped the growing frog in his throat. “Uh…oh, yes, um…thank you.” Someone shoot him now. 

Gotham Riddler:

Another tale of work friendship blossoming into something more. Edward appreciated you more than he could ever express in words. You actually listened to him, made an honest attempt at his riddles, he was overjoyed when you tried to tell some of your own (even though he knew the answers before you even finished them, but he was appreciative all the same). 

It didn’t take long for romantic feelings to start taking over. He wanted to ask you out so badly, tell you everything; how much you mean to him, how he appreciates you…

“Gosh, I love you…” He muttered. 

“I’m sorry, Eddie! I didn’t catch that!” 

His heart stopped and dropped to his stomach. He totally forgot you were right next to him at his desk, overlooking a new report for him. 

“NOTHING! Uh, uh...sorry I mean…I just said..that..uhh…I-I need you..your second opinion on this report…” 

“Smooth.” said the dominant personality that lingered dormant beneath his self conscious.

BTAS Riddler:

Even though Edward is now a well known criminal, he does still enjoy making toys and games, even if nobody gets to enjoy them. However, that is until he met you. You were one his associates at Baxter Toys, and yet somehow stayed in touch while he was in and out of Arkham. 

“Oh, Eddie…this is incredible!” You commented. You just solved his new renditions of an old puzzle box concept he developed. 

“You’re incredible.”

“What?”

Ed’s eyes widened as he repeated what he said in his own head. “Oh, ah, um…I said thank you, you’re input is greatly appreciated.” 

Zero Year/Capullo Riddler:

He actually says things like that rather often, and expects you to take it as a joke and not sincere at all. The only way you’d know it was sincere is when he backtracks, because he didn’t expect you to hear him. 

“You’re pretty amazing…”

“What was that, Ed?” 

“Huh, what? I didn’t say anything, can you go back to bending over, please?” 

You rolled your eyes and instead walked out of the room, barely hearing Ed let out a “hey!” as the door closed on him. Proud prick.

Twojar Riddler: 

He doesn’t see the reason to say anything unless he’s going to be heard. When he tells you something he expects you to hear it. 

“I know I don’t say it often…but I hope you know..” He’s cupped your chin in his hand and made you look up into his eyes. “I am absolutely enamored with you…”

“W-Wait what?”

“You heard me.”

Gotham City Sirens Riddler: 

One time, he was in his office just organizing some case files in his cabinets. You decided to take the opportunity to also do some spring cleaning around your office space as well. Plus you enjoyed spending time with Eddie. He liked reminiscing on old cases with you or cases he took in your absence. 

When the scenario in question started, he was recounting a time your assistance really came in handy. 

“I remember that,” he smiled fondly at the memory. “You are so brilliant..”

“Sorry, didn’t catch that! What did you say?”

“Oh, um, uh…I was just thinking…” His brain rattled to try and say something, until he realized. There was nothing to worry about what he said, because what he said is true.

“I was just thinking about how brilliant you are, I’m lucky to have you on my team.”

Young Justice Riddler:

You two were on another recon mission for The Light. You were sitting beside Edward on the jet flight to your next destination. You were staring out the nearby window, with a contented smile on your face. 

He hoped you didn’t notice how he stared at you, yearningly. The way the soft light of the setting sun made your face glow more radiant than before. It made you look ethereal. 

If heart eyes existed, he would have them right about now. 

“Gosh…you’re so gorgeous…I love you..”

“Huh, did you say something, Ed?” 

“NOTHING! IT WAS NOTHING!”

Telltale Riddler:

He’s sorta like twojar. Whenever he speaks, he expects to be heard, if he didn’t want anyone to hear he wouldn’t have said it in the first place. Not to mention it’s hard to get a compliment or any sort of affirmation, but on the rare chance he does, he won’t hesitate to manipulate you to think you didn’t hear anything. 

He hummed pleased at the new outfit you were wearing. “You look radiant..”

“Hm?” You turned around to face him.

“Oh, nothing, dear. Don’t you fret.”

Gaslighting prick. 

Hush (DCAU) Riddler: 

You were one of the few hench-people he hired on that he could genuinely trust. You always had his back when it came to physical altercations with the Batman. You could keep a secret if he was weary of a traitor in his gang. He also had a massive crush on you as a result of this. 

He watched you as you went through a basic work out regiment. Edward felt like an absolute schoolboy the way his cheeks were dusted a rosy pink and he found himself occasionally gasping for air. 

“You’re incredible, God I love you..”

“Sorry, Eddie.” You slipped off the earbuds you had in your ear. “Did you want to tell me something?” 

“NO-N-NOTHING..no..nothing at all…ehh er..sorry, I-I’ll leave you be.” He did leave you with his tail in between his legs and him kicking himself mentally, whereas you were just left confused.

[riddle-me-ri]

It's something that just came to my mind

Clark Kent is talking to the Batman while Riddler and S/O are spying on him and S/O is like "What is Superman doing here?". And since people in DC didn't know that it's him, Riddler gives her a weird look saying she must be mistaken. But S/O gives him a long, silent stare "You're kidding me, right?". It comes to the point where she holds a picture of Clark and Superman next to each other, pointing glasses out and Riddler is like "..... 'DING!' YOU HAVE TO BE JOKING!" The man is kicking himself for not seeing it.

For all Riddlers.

A/N: ooohhh the denial is strong in this one

The Riddlers React to Finding Out Superman's Identity

Arkhamverse Riddler:

Oh please.

Do you really think he’s that idiotic? He’s that ignorant?

(this is not the time to mention he dismissed Bruce Wayne being Batman)

He berates you a couple more times, so he left you no choice.

When you pulled out a picture of the Man of Steel and a pair of glasses up against the real-life Clark Kent below

Edward was silent. 

No…NO that’s too obvious! 

Although the pictures are damning. 

He snatches the photos and huffs. 

He admits the two are uncanny, but surely it’s some alien-like cloning technology. 

Besides, it doesn't matter! He’s smarter than Kent or Superman anyway

Reevesverse/Dano Riddler:

It takes him a minute to even realize there is a “superman”

Do you mean to say that Metropolis has its own hero too? 

But not just a man of the people? A vigilante? Like a full-on hero with powers?!

The last thing he’d suspect afterward is that this Superman…was a journalist? 

He was curious as to why Batman would be discussing something with a random journalist from Daily Planet.

Yet when you exclaim how the civilian looks like Superman, he’s pretty skeptical. 

Until you pull up a picture of Superman on your phone. 

Edward does a double take. 

In hindsight, it’s so obvious…

Ed wonders if Batman knows this…he has to right?

Gotham Riddler:

This was the last place he expected to end up when following Batman. 

On the roof of a building a couple buildings away from Daily Planet. 

Why is Batman talking to a reporter? Surely, he’d go to a more reliable source like…well Gordon is all he could think of. 

He also wasn’t sure why he brought you along exactly but the assistance was appreciated. 

Ed didn’t expect the next thing you’d bring up though. 

Something about how the journalist looks like…Superman? 

The Superman? The Kryptonian? 

Yeah sure, right…

Ed practically snatched your phone when you exhibited the evidence. 

With his usual tight-lipped expression, he hands you back your phone.

He deems it another scheme for another day.

BTAS Riddler:

It may just be me playing favorites…lmao

BUT I do have evidence from the BTAS Writing Bible that says, this Riddler is most likely to figure out Batman’s identity if he actually wanted to that is…

So with that, I’d like to think that Ed would have already figured it out?

Like you may have been helping him do some recon and you’re listening in on the conversation between Batman and Clark. 

After a moment a lightbulb goes off in your head. 

When you mention the resemblance between Kent and Superman…

Edward chuckled. 

Why did you think you two were listening in on their conversation? 

He is proud that you were able to spot it though. 

Some rogues still don’t believe him when he brought up the most likely secret identity to the Man of Steel.

Zero Year/Capullo Riddler:

Ed only hacked into Daily Planet because he already caused chaos in Gotham City and Star City, so why not Metropolis? 

He was surprised to see Batman there and not brooding somewhere in Gotham. 

You walked in while Ed was surveillancing the newsroom. 

You were about to joke with him about how much of a Batman fanboy he must be to watch his every move. 

Until the journalist the Dark Knight was talking to caught your eye. 

You mentioned the striking resemblance to Superman. 

Edward scoffed at your observation. 

Oh, please a journalist? Really? 

He will never admit it, but he was kicking himself mentally for not seeing it first. It’s blaringly obvious now.

Twojar Riddler:

Edward doesn’t really care for the Kryptonian. 

What good are all those superpowers if he’s not intelligent? 

Not to mention his alias would be simple to solve. 

Which is why he never entertained the conundrum, what advantage would it do him?

He had much more thrilling and productive puzzles to ponder over. 

That doesn’t stop you from shoving two pictures in his face in the morning. 

You made the proud declaration that Superman was the featured journalist, Clark Kent of Daily Planet. 

Edward was thinking about how he can disprove your claim…gently until he glanced down at the images. 

There was Kent, a proud grin to the camera…and Superman smirking to the side…with hastily drawn glasses around his face. 

Ed was silent for a moment. 

No…there was no way it was that obvious…

They both resided in Metropolis, and had a similar build and face structure…

He bites his lip. 

He can’t tell if he should be proud of your deduction skills or hit himself in the head with his cane for not seeing it sooner.

Gotham City Sirens Riddler:

Another Edward that I think either knows or has figured out Superman’s identity.

He doesn’t really care for the Man of Steel. 

Ed will just stay in his lane in Gotham City. 

Yet when you two chase down a perp into Metropolis. 

You two got to see Superman in action. 

It was you that brought up how he looked oddly familiar. 

Intrigued, he asked you to elaborate. 

You said he looked an awful lot like that journalist you two bumped into when interrogating an editor at Daily Planet. 

You told him to imagine if Superman had a dress shirt and glasses on.

Ed smiled as you put two and two together.

Ed had long since deducted Superman was likely tied to Daily Planet, a photo of a certain Clark Kent proved as much.

However, to have you reach the same deduction, he couldn't help but beam in pride a little bit.

You have been learning some skills from him after all.

Young Justice Riddler:

Sure he pondered the aliases of all his enemies. 

He couldn’t get distracted by that however, it could take months or years to figure it out. 

He could have defeated them by then…don’t laugh he could have.

The two of you are reconning outside Daily Planet.

Ed was complaining about not being in Gotham where you both had prior experience with the city. 

You rolled your eyes as you kept an eye on Superboy talking to some dude in a white button-up and glasses. 

You were about to doze off until you got a good look at the journalist’s face. 

You tap Ed on the shoulder, interrupting his rant when you asked if that journalist looked familiar. 

Ed mentioned something about how that was probably Clark Kent, a celebrated journalist, and partner to Lois Lane. 

You asked if he noticed anything else. 

When he shook his head you began listing out his physical features…and how if you just remove the glasses and put him in a blue suit with a giant S and a cape…

Ed’s jaw dropped as he snatched the binoculars away from you. 

There’s no…you’ve gotta be kidding him?!

Clark Kent is SUPERMAN?! 

Eddie practically rage quits and you’re steady on his heels as he storms off.

Telltale Riddler:

He is aware of the Kyrptonian invader. 

And his rather obvious alias…

You would think the Superman would come up with a lower profile.

However he has bigger fish to fry in Gotham. 

Apparently a certain Clark Kent was visiting Gotham and was having discussions with the Batman. 

When you saw the interaction the moment clicked-

If you just removed the glasses…

You won’t lie, you were rather excited about your deduction.

He cruelly teases you when you mention the likelihood of Superman’s identity.

Edward, practically condescendingly pats your head. 

You’ll never be as smart as him, but perhaps at least smarter than the average civilian.

Hush (DCAU) Riddler:

(I realize this Riddler may very well also know who Superman is...but I just wanted to try and change it up, rip lmao)

He realizes that Superman and Batman…seem to be close allies. 

He may have a hunch about Batman’s identity but if he could solve Superman’s identity…THE Superman. 

One day, Ed may just have the upper hand. 

You two were steadily following Batman, gathering whatever sliver of information that Batman may slip out. 

Right when Ed was about to give up and just focus his time on another scheme…

You noticed something. 

Batman was discussing something, something serious with a journalist that stood toe to toe with the Caped Crusader. 

You looked at the journalist, he’s stupidly buff for a journalist…that jaw…and that little curled bang...

Wait a minute!

It took some convincing for Ed to see Clark Kent was Superman…but once you slapped some glasses on a Superman photo, a lightbulb went off. 

He’s simultaneously disappointed in himself for not seeing it sooner…he blames it on the burnout. 

But he does show gratitude to you, but of course, it was thanks to him you were able to pick up on it too…

Just let him have this one…he needs it.

[riddle-me-ri]

A/N: Well, this is one way for me to come back...with some ANGST. So I'm sorry to respond to this anon request in such a weird format but…anon…you kinda sorta totally spoiled the hush movie/comic asdfghj. I know, I know it's, by all means, passed the spoiler phase but I am well aware a handful of my mutuals aren't even aware of this Riddler's existence let alone the Hush animated movie asfggj. So out of respect for them the full screengrab of the request is under the read more cut. Again sorry for the awkward layout but like…I don't want you guys to be spoiled…dumb I know but that's just me rip.

Trigger Warning: deep angst/no comfort and strong language

Word Count: 1.3 k

DCAU Hush Riddler x Reader - Somebody That I Used To Know

Request Prompt:

Everything…everything made sense now. 

Why he was so quiet and elusive from you all this time.

Why all those nights Edward didn’t sleep next to you…it wasn’t him…it was Clayface. He had someone masquerading as him to you, making you a fool…keeping you blind in the dark, none the wiser.

It doesn’t mean what Edward had done was right…no what he did was wrong so unequivocally wrong. 

He lied to you, betrayed you, manipulated you in the worst ways. Most would worry about their partner cheating..leaving them for someone else. You almost wished he had just done that…it would have been vastly easier to process.

You felt like you were choking on air…a frog in your throat bouncing to get out but you kept trying to swallow it back down. You couldn’t say the same for the boundless amount of tears that fell from your eyes. 

A tall, pale, red eyed man attempted to approach you, to try and comfort you. 

“No! No! Stay the hell away from me…” You cried as you backed away further from the door. 

“Please…I-I’m sorry…I was so sure this plan would work! I-I didn’t know it was going to end like this!” 

“Didn’t know..” you muttered pathetically. “Didn’t know?! Trying being me Edward! I didn’t know a goddamn thing!” 

Edward winced at the shrill in your voice. He’s heard you cry before, but he was always able to comfort you somehow. Made you smile or laugh. He still held to some thread of hope that maybe he still could. 

Although it was useless. 

“I just wanted to protect you! I didn’t want you to get hurt!” 

“From what, Edward? From what?! The truth?! That you were sick! That you were likely going to die! The man I love was knocking on death’s door and you thought I didn’t have a right to know about it? What if the Lazarus Pit didn’t work, Ed? Hm?! Thought of that!”

You were borderline hysterical at this point. For all his brilliant intellect…he sure was clueless on some of the more basic things. 

“I knew it would work…” Edward muttered. “I went to the doctors, they practically gave up on me. It was the last choice I had, I didn’t want to die!”

“And not once…did you think to tell me?” 

“Of course I did! I thought about it every waking moment! I wanted to tell you, but I-I didn’t want to scare you…I didn’t want you to..”

“To what, Edward? To what?!” 

“Be upset! To f-freak out! I was going to come up with a solution! But I didn’t want you to worry!” 

You let out a pathetic laugh at that. Upset? What the hell did he think you were now? 

“Sorry to burst you bubble, Eddie…but I’m a little more than just upset…I’m fucking furious…hurt…” You collpased on the wooden floor of your living room. Whatever strength you had left you were using to speak. “But…more than anything I’m disappointed…you-you didn’t trust me…”

“No-No, no that’s not it at all!” Ed tried to approach you again but you snapped your head up. 

“Don’t–” 

Edward held his hands up in surrender. “Okay…okay…look I-I messed up, big time! I-I know that! I-I’m sorry! I just…I wanted to protect you!”

“You wanted me to be ignorant…worried I would just get in the way…” 

“No-please! Just stop twisting my words!” 

“Just be honest!” You shrieked. “All those nights I wondered where you were…and then you finally showed up…or Clayface or whoever…they were. I could tell something was off, I kept shrugging it off…there was a reason the kisses weren’t the same…your warmth wasn’t there…and when they couldn’t even recall how we met…I knew-I knew then…

“You really think I’m that stupid, don’t you, Edward?” 

“No…I-I had no doubt you’d figure it out…that’s why I had Clayface leave that letter on the table.” 

“So why not just tell me? Protect me from what? The truth? The truth always comes out…it wouldn’t hurt nearly as much as it does now…if you would’ve told me…” You weeped. 

“Trust me…I-I know that now…I just…I was scared. I didn’t want you to be scared. When I came out of the Lazarus Pit…I-I admit I didn’t even recognize myself.” 

Yeah, tell me about it. You thought as you looked up at him now. This tall, broad-shouldered, pale man. Who claims to be Edward. He somewhat sounds like him despite the deepened voice. Some weird hollowed host of the man you loved. The shell of someone you used to know. 

Edward got down on his knees in front of you, but still enough to respect your space. 

“Please–I. I know I messed up. I shouldn’t have kept all this from you. It was the stupidest thing I have ever done…and–althought I don’t want to admit it…I have done a lot of stupid things…you of all people would know that.” 

Edward was mortified when you didn’t giggle softly. Usually whenever he exercised self-awareness it was to amuse you, because he could let his guard down around you and not worry about losing you.

Little did he know that he already had. 

“You don’t have to forgive me tonight or tomorrow…nor any time soon, but just…please…please don’t–don’t give up on me…on-on us.” 

Something clicked when he mentioned “us”, you two…

For the first time, since you and Edward reunited, after you were informed he was pronounced dead just the night before. 

Everything was clear, everything was out in the open like a map that was finally done processing all the new countries and oceans. 

Everything was clear. 

At first your mind was fuzzy and fogged by memories ones with your true Edward and ones with the false. Your emotions, your heart although it ached at your conclusion…it’s beat was normal and calm for once. 

You were calm and you were sure. 

“I’m afraid it’s too late for that Edward…” 

Edward’s eye widened, panicked. “No, no, no–please–please I’m sorry! I’m sorry! Please! I’ll do anything!” 

Edward reached for you then. He grasped your shoulders and shook your shoulders. As if attempting to snap you out of your decision. 

You were motionless, speechless, exhausted. What good was it to fight for a relationship when one person couldn’t trust the other. You were more than certain you couldn’t trust Edward again, not after all this. Not all this Hush mess. 

“You should’ve just told me the truth, Edward…or Hush or whoever you are.” 

“Please! I’m Edward! I’m still your Eddie!”

You shook your head. The places were switched now, he was the one screaming and you were calmly responding. No more screams, no more tears, no more effort into something other than the inevitable. 

“No, no you’re not. Not…not anymore.” You got up and his hands slowly slipped off your shoulders like a blanket and you began walking away. He quickly got up to follow you. 

“I suggest you leave, before I call the police.”

Edward halted. “No–No, please! You don’t want to do that! Please! I’m sorry! I-I won’t lie to you, no more! I’ll tell you everything and anything!” 

You said nothing as you picked up the home phone from it’s reciever. 

“P-Please…” 

Your eyes stared up into his dark red eyes. 

Oh, how you missed his warm brown eyes. 

They were long gone now, along with the rest of the Edward you loved. 

You held the phone up to your ear, still staring down this man in your house. 

“You should leave-” 

“Please…”

“Begging will get you no where. Leave.” 

“B-But-”

“NOW!” You began slowly pressing the buttons, like a parent counting down to their child. 

Edward panicked once more. He didn’t want to give up but knew that he had no way of escaping the police. He looked over his shoulder before dashing out of your front door and into the dark streets of Gotham. 

You exhaled a breath you didn’t know you were holding. You put the phone back on it’s receiver. You were surprised that you found yourself not caring or worried about where Ed-Hush was going or if he’d be safe. 

He was no longer your concern, he was no longer Edward.

Now, all that was left was for you to continue to try and pick up the pieces of what remained of your heart.