#implied reflectivedetective

[akuisinsane]

oh tthats.... thats old art and new art in no sorted order....

[emiplayzmc]

Doodles based on conversations about Twisted Glisten and Rodger with @tdlizardowo :3. Mainly with the Mini AU thing I doodled the other day where Rodger does solo runs down to the Twisted floors to meet with Glisten.

|| "Well, what do you normally do when I'm gone?"

|| "Wait for you to get back..."

Based on an idea we had that Glisten literally just. Sits outside the elevator waiting for Rodger to return whenever he leaves. Probably sits with his head turned to the side so he can listen against the wall for the elevator moving in the shaft.

|| "he's gonna come back for this isn't he

he wouldn't leave this it's his favourite briefcase he wouldn't leave it

if he comes back for this that means he comes back for me right

he's coming back right

|| please please please please please don't leave me alone again please"

We also made the headcanon that when Rodger was first going to see Glisten and trying to get his trust back with him, Glisten had such low self esteem and such high anxiety at that point that he thought literally anything was holding more importance in Rodger's eyes than himself. So Rodger would catch onto this and leave items down there with Glisten, the latter of whom would basically hold them hostage until Rodger came back (I also think sometimes Glisten would outright take to nicking stuff off him to hold hostage as well, something he felt was significant enough that Rodger would come back for it had he lost it).

Rodger would slowly get Glisten to realise that, by doing this little habit and being nonchalant about whether an item goes missing or he leaves something on accident, that he really isn't caring about whether he leaves stuff down here or not - notes, a briefcase, research, whatever - it's *him* that he's returning for, because helping Glisten and keeping him company until he can find a way to cure him or get him safely up to the lobby without other Toons being worried or scared of him is the most important thing to him. Glisten is more important to Rodger than some silly items. :)

(Also I choose to believe the briefcase has lore as being a birthday / debut anniversary gift from Toodles to Rodger that she convinced her Toon Handler to help her get for him)

Also the OG SpongeBob scene for the first image :)

[spacecatdraws]

YOU LIKE DANDY’S WORLD?????

BABDIAKDHAKBDHAKAIOQSJHSHAHSHAJWNSJAJFHJSAKNAYES

tHE VOicES ARE BACk

have some doodles i did w/ a fremnd!!! + a meme redraw

yknow how flowers close at night? i think dandy should do that with his face

also bonus cursed catboy seek

-the pipe wanderer

[loopimay]

Why I Ship ReflectiveDetective (and why you should too!)

DISCLAIMER: 

This post does NOT insist that ReflectiveDetective is canon, nor does it insist you have to ship it. It exists solely as an appreciation and explanation post. Also, Glisten and Rodger are both canonically NON-RELATED ADULTS as confirmed by Qwel. Thank you.

PART 1: Interactions

Glisten and Rodger currently have two elevator interactions. In the first one, Glisten comments on Rodger's smudged glass.

In the second one, Rodger checks in on Glisten to make sure he's doing okay.

Though seemingly incidental, there's lots here to discuss:

Starting with the first, we're told Glisten cares enough about Rodger to notice something as small as the smudges on his face. This may come across as trivial, especially for someone obsessed with appearance, but it's pretty out of character for him to notice something so small! From his interactions with Cosmo, Shelly, and Yatta, we can infer that Glisten is actually really *bad* at noticing things about others. He forgets Cosmo's stars are a part of his appearance, writes Yatta's circus troupe off as "clown stuff," and even mispronounces Shelly's name. These aren't little details he just missed, they're basic facts about toons he lives with. He should've picked up on these things ages ago, yet they seem to slip his mind.

But Rodger's smudges? He comments on them immediately (and often enough for Rodger to know it's coming.)

"But maybe the smudges are really obvious!"

Maybe, but if so, wouldn't Tisha have said something about them? In the singular interaction she has with Rodger, she makes no note of his glass, and from what we know about Tisha, she *would* point something like that out. She's very adamant when it comes to cleanliness, sometimes to the dismay of others. It's practically her job to be.

This is what makes Glisten's comment so interesting. If he's noticing details that Tisha is missing, that means he's been paying *very* close attention to Rodger's face. Hmm... suspcious.

Interaction two gives us more insight into Rodger's feelings towards Glisten. He's one of the only toons he checks up on, and of them, he's the one that Rodger is the most worried about. The other two, Boxten and Brightney, get far less personal questions about their well-being.

It says a lot that Rodger will tell Boxten to count if he's feeling nervous, but he'll tell Glisten not to forget his "keen eye," implying that he's keeping watch over him specifically.

The obvious conclusion being: the two both give each other attention that they don't give to other toons.

But it doesn't stop there! Glisten's interactions with Toodles also give us some extra layers to his and Rodger's relationship.

The first one isn't much, but it is noteworthy that Glisten gets along so well with Rodger's daughter.

The second one, however…

What Toodles says here is extremely significant. Though easy to brush off Glisten "crying and complaining to Rodger" as a funny comment, it holds a LOT of weight! Glisten NEVER tells toons about his problems or insecurities. The mere implication of imperfect makes him deflect.

He won't let Astro discuss his concerning dreams in public. He panics when Sprout suggests his mirror is cracked. He won't even tell Tisha his morning routine.

But according to Toodles, Glisten has a habit of going to Rodger (and only Rodger) with his problems. Sure, these could be very superficial issues he's getting off his chest, but even the most shallow of problems are ones Glisten does not want others to know about. He has an image to maintain, after all! Yet Rodger is the exception...

...This goes both ways, which brings me to:

PART 2: Implications

Returning to Rodger and Tisha's interaction, there is definite proof that Glisten is one of the "trusted friends" Rodger is referring to. For starters, I've already covered the close bond the two share. But is Glisten also disorganized? YES!

Compare Glisten's room to Goob and Scraps', one canonically considered dirty. They're a very similar amount of messy. Crumpled-up papers, mismatched carpets, food lying around the place... none of that reads "organized."

Speaking of Glisten's room, there exists a particular note in which Glisten details an encounter he had with Rodger where he helped him carry files into the elevator.

Not only does this prove that Glisten is willing to help him, but also that Rodger would otherwise trust him to. This note also tells us Rodger gives Glisten the validation he craves from the other toons. Why else would he end it off with "I should spend time with [Rodger] more" if he wasn't flattered by his compliment? 

So we have the dynamic, but what can be done with it? Let us discuss:

PART THREE: Potential

This part will mainly consist of how I interpret Glisten and Rodger's relationship. It will focus less on canon itself and more on the fun ways you can build off of it.

Glisten yearns for attention; it says so on his title card:

And Rodger is someone who can give him not just the attention he wants, but also the attention he needs. In multiple ways, whether it be through compliments or concerns, Rodger makes Glisten feel seen. His praise means enough to Glisten for him to journal about it, and though he brushes off Rodger's regards for his safety in their elevator interaction, he'll still go to him to "cry and complain." Besides, Rodger is a detective. It's his job to see through facades. He'd know when Glisten is putting up a front of perfection and be able to look past it to see the real him. What else is that keen eye for, right?

And what of Glisten's part in their relationship? Considering how unpopular Rodger is with the other toons, particularly the mains, having someone like Glisten to help with carrying files and bantering about smudged glass is a lot. Even if it is "part of the job" as a detective, nobody enjoys being disliked or dismissed by others, especially former friends. Yet despite Rodger's reputation, Glisten is in his corner.

There is more I could discuss, but that will have to be saved for a continuation. This post is already long enough! But I hope this shines some light on ReflectiveDetective's charm. It's one of my favorite pairings and I hope to share it with more people. Thank you for reading!

[rodger-eyeballis]

pack it up rodger we know what you are 🙄

(i?? think this blog has implied reflectivedetective?? either way hi i love your art)

” I can't even imagine what you mean.. I'm not hiding anything now, and even if I were, you wouldn't know. So ‘pack it up’ I'm not going to yet. ”

(//I don't usually write on my own behalf here.. But yes, I live and rejoice for the benefit of Reflective detective! I want to develop their relationship here slowly but pleasantly for myself. Thank you for the compliment!)

[towerofsouls]

Hi I’m trying to think of something to ask you about your au because it’s been in my brain for a while now but I can’t really come up with something so here’s the best I could come up with

will there by any chance be implied Reflectivedetective? Definitely not as a main focus or anything but I’m in too deep I just love those skrunkly pieces of glass you know?

excited for the lore drop <3!

No ships are canon, but no friendships are, either - im leaving all of the toons relationships up to interpretation, so feel free to ship whoever youd like !! X]

(as long as its not gross, obviously. no toodles x anyone, no pebble and coal with anyone except each other, no goob x scraps, no razzle x dazzle, no cosmo x ginger.)

i also dont have any canon family relationships besides those that already exist in canon, so feel free to hc any of the toons as related, i think thats fun too ^^

[mabsolgirl]

The Bookshelf

So I read fanfics (shocker, I know /sarcasm) and I read a lot of them. I have some fics that I really like and often look back to but it can be tedious to find them again. So I made this post to be a fanfic bookshelf of sorts! To keep track of my favorite fics, share what I like about 'em, and let you all read them too if anyone is interested. If an author has a Tumblr account (that I can find) they'll be mentioned. This'll be updated whenever I find new fics I really like!

Heads up, you'll definitely be able to tell which characters are my favorite lol.

Welcome to the bookshelf! Take a peek under the cut to look around!

[Shattered Mirror]

@cinderduck

"It was meant to be a normal supply run."

Fandom: Dandy's World

Tw: Implied/Referenced Self-Harm, Starvation, Mental Breakdown, Blood, Isolation

A really dark fic, wouldn't advise if ur looking for something lighter as it has a lot of heavy themes. Unfortunately I love angst and I too find myself giving the favorite blorbos the trauma hammer. Excited to see where the fic goes!

The tldr for anyone curious, Glisten is left behind on a run and has to survive being trapped on one of the lower floors.

@/

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[If I Were to Apologize]

"Glisten is a terrible person. He knows that. Everyone knows that. He has hurt many he loved, he has hurt many who have once loved him too. Can someone like me still be forgiven, if I found the courage to ask?"

Fandom: Dandy's World

Tw: Suicide Attempt, Toxic Behavior

A shorter fic but it still knows how to hit ya hard and give you nice warm cookies at the end. In other notes this one helped drive me to clean my room so that was nice :)

@/

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[Choking on Ichor]

"After waking up in a dingy elevator with no recollection of how he got there, Glisten (along with the others) tries to make sense of the frightening new world he finds himself trapped in.

Used to being the perfect center of attention, Glisten's egotistical nature is challenged as he must fight for survival. If he wants to make it out of this twisted version of Gardenview alive (along with his fellow Toons), he has to show a side of himself that no one's ever seen before."

Fandom: Dandy's World

Tw: (Survival) Horror, Blood, Death

It's not often a story manages to actually fool me, movie, episode, literature, etc. After a while you can tell where a story is heading based on certain ques. This fic managed to throw me through a loop despite the signs being there. Bravo to the author! Super curious on what happens next I'm literally on the edge of my seat.

@slyuq

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[Shiny, Chrome, and Clean]

"Vee rarely shows emotions. Everyone knows this. She used to, before the shutdown, but has deferred to logic in these trying times. Everyone appreciates having a calm voice of reason around, so they don’t question it.

Glisten is perfect. Everyone knows this. He never makes mistakes and is always reliable to do anything and everything wonderfully. No one has ever questioned why he’s so dedicated to the image of perfection.

It’s only a matter of time before they both either give up the facade or break trying to hold it up."

Fandom: Dandy's World

Tw: Suicide Attempt

A much lighter fic (thank god). As a ReflectiveDetective leaning shipper, I really love this fic! We need more Glisten and Vee fr. The dynamic? The angst? The plot? Amazing! Really fun read, highly recommend!

@mable-stitchpunk

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[Literally any of Mable's FNaF Fics]

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Fandom: Five Nights at Freddy's

Tw: Varies between works

Really really really good stories with the Home series still being updated to this day years after the first chapter! Really impressive. One of those really long reads. Like, you'll need a few days at least but it's worth it trust me.

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[The Knight Guard AU Fics]

@charlieslowartsies

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Fandom: Five Nights at Freddy's

Tw: Varies between works

One of the more creative AUs I've seen. It's always a pleasure going back to read them! It's a more magic-based AU with a fun cast of characters. A real treat, go read them already.

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[ihatewritingrahhhhhh]

FICS MASTER LIST:

[NSFW] Chocolate Covered Pastry with Strawberry on Top

Ship: Fruitcake

(Implied Reflectivedetective and Shellvision)

Cosmo suffers with the selfish and depraved desires he has for his best friend. He struggles to navigate his daily life without having at least one every time he looks at Sprout—overcome with shame and guilt. But who knows? Maybe his desires will be fulfilled.

Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/59885773

[SFW/NSFW CHAPTER] A Heart and Mind Untamed by Ichor

Ship: Fruitcake

(Minor Reflectivedetective, Ragebait, and Bugcapsule)

It’s been years since Gardenview shut down. Half of the cast of Dandy’s World left to roam the abandoned floors mindlessly, waiting to kill. But today, something was going to change. Cosmo was about to make a decision—and reunite with a friend—that would change the trajectory of everyone’s lives. Twisted or not.

Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/60065731

[SFW] The Perfect Present for the Perfect Pastry Partner

Ship: Fruitcake

(Implied Popmusic)

Sprout wants to give Cosmo an extra special present this year. One that screamed ‘I love you’. But just because he’s a wonderful baker and a master in the kitchen… it doesn’t mean he’s the best at gift-giving. Down on his luck and Christmas just around the corner, Sprout needs to find the perfect present for his pastry partner! And fast!

Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/61438672

The last two are low key ass, don’t read them lol. This will be updated when I eventually get out a new fic. So never, probably 💔

[glisten-the-gay-mirror]

https://www.tumblr.com/glisten-the-gay-mirror/771198866278252544/throws-a-pebble-plushie-from-the-arcade-floor-map he would not fucking say that 😭

((Gentle reminder that this is a kin blog, and that how I portray Glisten here may not be accurate to the actual canon! After all, it's never confirmed that ReflectiveDetective/MirrorCase is canon, however, since I have kin memories of it, it will be implied here!))

[emiplayzmc]

"Rehearsal"

Practice makes perfection, but it doesn't mean it's healthy.

Or

Glisten pushes himself too far, and Rodger has to deal with a loopy mirror.

https://archiveofourown.org/works/62841937

Hehehehe FINALLY finished the second Glisten / Rodger fic, I love these two fluffy hypocritical idiots so much 🩷💜

[emiplayzmc]

"Maddening Curiosity,"

a Concept!Twisted Glisten & Twisted Rodger fanfiction

<Potential Trigger Warning for: Descriptions of Body Horror>

https://archiveofourown.org/works/64077118

-"Bernadette," by IAMX

"You and me in our playhouse / Living in a veil, we never need to go without / Memories bring no joy or peace / We are alone and all we need"

or

Twisted Rodger, unfortunately for him, has his peace broken by Twisted Glisten, who is noticeably less of a nuisance than usual, and the rare peace gives them a few moments to think.

WHOOOO it's finally finished. Uh. This may not be one of my better fics? But it was relatively self-indulgent so I had fun writing them :) Concept!Twisted Glisten my beloved, I think I may be the first to be writing a fic with him so uh. My brainrot, chat, 👏.

Relationships are never normal nowadays, they gotta be subconsciously pining for each other beneath the shroud of corruption that's clouded their heads or some crap like that /silly /j

Also I think this may be like. The most blatant stuff of 'implied ReflectiveDetective' stuff I've done, maybe? Idk how subtle the others are but I think this is the more blant of the three fics I've done where their relationship may be / may have been more than friends. Sooo. Anywayyyys. These two are like the epitome of "Would you like some Dating Shoes? How about some Divorce Shoes? :D" "We're something else." from Deltarune, hope y'all enjoy to an extent hhffss. It's not really angsty, I don't think, not entirely fluffy, but there is a more detailed description of Twisted Rodger reforming from the ichor, so uh. Body horror TW I think ^-^