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[kyuuuuga]

Hi! I’m trying to start a new story and I was wondering how would you build a new character from scratch? Like how would you go about creating them?

There are many different ways a character is conceived. You’ll need one of these things to start with:

name—you heard one that sounded cool to you, either the meaning, the pronunciation, or the ideas it brings to mind when you hear it. 

look—you saw or imagined a character with certain physical features or garb, someone new and interesting that you want to know more about.

profession—you’re interested in exploring a certain occupation within a fictional setting and what kind of things might happen during the work day.

lifestyle—this can include profession, but it’s more about who they are (or who they pretend to be) at all hours of the day/night.

archetype—you want to explore a character who is the sidekick, villain, mentor, or some other archetype within a story.

From there you shape them into a three-dimensional person with these aspects (which in themselves can inspire a new character):

family/friends—the people who raised, supported, and cared for them (or didn’t) at different points in their lives and thus affected their personality.

culture—the lifestyle of the community they identify with which can include shared customs, traditions, beliefs, foods, entertainment, etc.

skills—stuff they’re good at, but also stuff they’re bad at because both are important for you to know.

backstory—the combination of big experiences that shaped them permanently and that they might think about on a regular basis; a loved one dying, a successful career, a big mistake, and/or a long-term illness.

experiences—individual events that shaped who they are now, but aren’t really a big part of their life story; that time they had their first kiss, played their first sport, encountered a wild animal, and/or learned to cook their own meal.

traits—inherent aspects of their personality that can be their strengths and weaknesses depending on how they improve on or neglect them; they are very kind and compassionate, but easy to take advantage of and are sometimes overly fussy.

beliefs—their driving force, their purpose in life, the reason they get up in the morning and continue to exist.

personality—the combination of skills, beliefs, and cultural norms that make them an individual based on their experiences and upbringing, as well as inherent traits.

Now, the reader does not want to know all this stuff on the first page. In fact, the reader might not need to know much of it at all. You do, and what you include in your story should be primarily stuff the reader needs to know with just a sprinkling of other character information. Some books might give the MC’s entire biography in the first chapter, but even Charles Dickens knew to save the best details for later.

These bullet points work for all characters, not just your main protagonist(s). A writer doesn’t need to know every detail about every side character, but it helps to think of each one as a whole person. Makes the writing feel more authentic.

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[kyuuuuga]

I’m late but here are my favorite sword lance and axe units.

[kyuuuuga]

AAAAA THANK YOU SO MUCH HUN!!!! I needed this today. You are such an angel omg

Parting Gift [Blanc Lapin]

Summary: Blanc has a small parting gift to remember him by. Fandom: Ikemen Revolution Pairing: Blanc Lapin x Reader (Claire) Word Count: 562 words with a cup of tea Warning: None. It’s SFW. A/N: I was suppose to do a birthday fic for you, but then January passed.. But I don’t care, i still made you one! I hope this cheers you up @kyuuuuga, even a little! I love you buddy~ Also I hope Blanc isn’t too ooc hahaha

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“It was really lovely to see you today, Claire.” Blanc smiled sweetly, standing with me by the doorway.

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[kyuuuuga]

Literally THE most useful thing you can learn as a writer is how to pitch a story

A good pitch can turn strangers into readers—who might then become fans

[kyuuuuga]

SECRET SANTA

To: @sleepyfoxspirit

I love ya girl. You deserve this fic. It’s not much but I tried really hard on this. I hope your Christmas was wonderful

Kyle x Fox

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This dinner party was too much.

I sat lazily trying to follow the red army bickering about something I didn't care much for around the dinner table. My thoughts were preoccupied with the soft thumb running over the back of my hand under the table. Holding back a small smile, I stole small glances at him every now and then to find him doing the same. We both sat there, the blushes hidden on our cheeks and warmth in our chests, until I saw Kyle’s head snap up in the direction of the others chatting. His expression had worry and concern written all over it.

“Lancelot, what did you just say?”

“Hm? I was just saying how I heard it was going to snow tomorrow. Someone from town told me earl-”

Before Lance could finish, Kyle had already gotten up and was headed for the door. My hand was suddenly lacking the warmth and was craving it again. I turned back to the group to shoot them a questioning look but all of them avoided eye contact. Jonah in particular looked like he was struggling. I zeroed in on him and my eyes didn't leave him even as he was quirmining in his seat.

“Jonah tell me what is happening. Why is Kyle so worried about snow right now…He loves snow...so something is up. Tell me.” my eyes were dangerous and Jonah seemed to be struggling to keep a calm face.

“I-Im sorry Fox. I really wanna tell you th-ah!” The sudden outcry surprised me as Jonah shouted. He jumped in his seat and turned quickly to edgar with a look of disgust. “How dare you! Why would y-”

I had heard enough. I didn't want to listen anymore since this wasn’t getting me anywhere. I stood with a sigh and turned to leave the room in annoyance. Something was up and they were not tell me. Now that i think about it things have been odd for a while now. Just the other day I had found Zero and Edgar trying to carry lumber with no explanation whatsoever and Lancelot looked more exhausted than usual. I had just disregarded all of this as some of their weird antics but now that my boyfriend is now involved it had me concerned. I searched the castle for him but after two rounds I was exhausted.

I opened my door with tired feet and a new mission to sleep. When i made it to my bed i found a small red envelope laying on my sheets. On the front was the typical scribbles of the doctor I loved. I recognized my name somehow and opened it revealing a gorgeous card.

“Sorry about how I ran out today. I know you are confused and maybe even hurt but would you want to go out with me tomorrow? I can try to explain and make it up to you on a date?”

Kyle specified the gate out at the front of the castle early morning to meet at. I sighed as I was hoping to see him in person tonight to get some answers out of him but unfortunately exhaustion was winning and questions still swam in my head.

Early morning came and I was out by the place Kyle had asked me to go to. My scarf was wrapped tightly around my neck and my coat warmed me. My eyes looked up towards the dark clouds starting to move closer to the red territory. It would bring snow soon and for some reason apparently that was bad. Recalling the conversation that happened last night my brow furrowed as I ran situations through my mind trying to figure out what exactly had Kyle fly out the door so quickly. Before my thoughts got too far I felt a familiar hand slide around my waist and lips at my temple.

“Thanks for coming. I'm sorry that I ran out like that on you yesterday.” his lips trailed down to my cheek, his breathing making my glasses fog up. My chuckle surprises me as I wrap my arms around his shoulders. I gave him a short kiss on the lips before I took my glasses to clean them. “You said you would explain in your invitation…” I look around for dramatic effect after putting back on my glasses. “Where is it?” I can't help the mischievous smile rising on my lips as kyle’s smirk mirrored mine. We shared a gentle kiss until he pulled back and rubbed my arm, starting to walk along the outside of the wall. “Follow me and I'll show you why I was so worried last night. I know you like walking through the gardens so lets go the long way.”

With our fingers intertwined we walk through the gardens. The plants all were dormant for the harsh winter, none had the bright flowers and leaves like they usually had in warmer months. After a few minutes of walking soft flecks of white started to obscure my vision and I saw kyle open his mouth to try and catch a few on his tongue. I joined him as we idled through the area. Open gardens turned to dense forest. We had now crossed into the woods behind the gates. A back door would let us back into the grounds if we wished so we wouldn't have to go all the way back around. I was watching a squirrel trying to forage for food until a white structure out of the corner of my eye caught my eye against the grey of the trees.

A small dome like structure stood out in the middle of this forest in a cleaned out area. It looked like it had been put together from metal pipes and some kind of wooden base. It was large enough for four people to fit in the dome with not much breathing room between. I stepped closer and noticed a door that was covered. Kyle with his hands in his pockets, sauntered to the side of the door and after flipping open a few locks he slowly pushed it open, his eyes shining with a bit of pride.

My mouth fell open as I stepped inside. The temperature change was drastic as it went from freezing cold to a comfortable warm space. Along the floor was open shelves, three tiers of soil and plants. Hibiscus and lilacs lined a few on a small side and looked as if they had been planted recently. On the opposite side of the area was a few aloe plants and mint, sprinkled with other medicinal plants along the wall. Kyle stepped behind me and placed a hand over my shoulder.

“Do you like your present? I know you love gardening but can’t do much in the winter. This way you can have a place to do what you love and I can use this spot for my medicine.” His free hand went to touch the fabric a few inches above his head “I've been working on this baby for a few months now, with a little help from the others. I was hoping to get it to you before it snowed just in case something happened. I ran out yesterday to make sure it wouldn’t collapse and to get the remaining pieces from Oliver.”

After a few moments I finally collected my thoughts and turned around to wrap my arms around his neck and push my weight into him. He backed up to lean on one of the wooden shelves. “So we are safe in here right now, correct?” I shoot a playful smirk his direction and he smiles warmly at me. “From the tests I put on this thing last night it can hold in a hurricane” I smile and press my lips onto his firmly.

Breaking away for air for a moment I smile “I’m surprised you put this much work into this. Is this why you’ve been drinking less lately?” I joke in a teasing tone at him as I kiss his jaw. He shivered and sighed lightly “Some sacrifices were made but it was worth it. Are you happy?” He had sat back up and was now looking down at me while holding me close

“Of course”

BONUS

“...you said this thing can hold up in a hurricane right?”

“Yes?”

“...Do you wanna test it out?” ;)

[kyuuuuga]

I can’t believe I never uploaded this picture of castien. I might eventually upload this and redo it digital so I can use it for profile pics and etc for a while.

[kyuuuuga]

Day 9

Prompt #42 from this list

My eyes opened to blinding light, intensifying the pain already throbbing at my temples. Closing them again to try and will the pain away I sat up, hissing from the pain at my side. Once I’m sitting up against my pillows I remember the things leading up to this moment. Our group had gotten mixed up with some goblins on the side of a mountain pass with no places to hide. During the fight while healing a teammate an arrow flew into my side, sticking deep in me. It didn’t help when we were ambushed and most of the angry goblins had targeted me, landing many solid hits. Guessing I passed out I finally took a look around the room and blinked in confusion. This was my room but...it was decked out completely in christmas decorations. The ones I was going to hang up myself when we got back from our trip.

I smile thinking one of my guild members had went through the trouble of doing this for me, when the pain at my side overcame me again making me double back onto my pillows. Looking to my left I see a pitcher of water. I go to fill a cup and hastily down it, feeling slightly better. As I go to pour more I see a letter tucked under one of the glasses. I grab it and examine it. This was a bit too extravagant to be from any of the ones that typically took care of me. Opening it I suddenly realize why and get very nervous.

“Castien…” I trace my hand over the paper, the handwriting elegant and almost perfect on the paper in neat rows. I read it slowly as to take in all the information, my head still pounding in my ears.

“Hey Percy,

I know we don’t get along but you healed my sister and saved her from that attack the other day. For that I am grateful for your actions. Still dislike you but now I guess I feel indebted to you. I know this isn’t a life for a life per say but I know how crazy you go for this stupid holiday and from personal experience I know you won’t be able to move around for a while. Don’t you fucking dare try to get up and pull any of your self-sacrificing bullshit. Lucy and I stayed up all night trying to fix you up. If you hurt yourself I’ll make sure to give you a new wound so STAY. IN. BED.

Doctor’s Orders. You always order me around like this so it’s my turn now. Anyway, this isn’t my holiday at all and I don’t understand it but if you wake up after Christmas and miss it I don’t want you to be moping around. It will only slow us down. So I’ll go ahead and say Merry Christmas ya big asshole”

A knowing smile grew on my face as I continued to read. The two of us were beginning to grow and understand each other. Truth be told I began to admire the Aasimar. It’s going a bit far saying I show interest in him but this is the first time I have ever had anyone get these kinds of emotions out of me in years. I softly smile as my eyes drift down the page but then it falls when I read the final note at the bottom of the letter.

“P.S. I know giving gifts is one of the traditions. Since you seem to have a pole up your ass 24/7 I got you a dildo. It’s somewhere in your room with the decorations. When you get tired of the pole you could use that instead.”

I place the letter back on the bedside table and put my head in my hands, trying to calm my emotions before my headache rages over me again.

“That’s it. I’m going to kill him…”

[kyuuuuga]

Day 8

Prompt #9 from this list

The castle was in disarray today as it clamored to and fro to accommodate the chatelaine in the strange holiday she had accidentally told us about. Christmas. It sounded like fun but right now i have too much work to be spending any time with her and enjoy the festivities. I tried desperately to tell myself that I had too much work over and over but a small nagging voice in the back of my mind kept nagging at me. The voice whispered to me about the feelings i tried desperately to extinguish for that woman. She was the light of my life, but I belong in the darkness. There is no way she would be want to be with someone like me.

While my thoughts raged my hand absentmindedly went to trace my fingers over the kimono she had made me that i wore now. The action calmed me ever so slightly imagining her delicate fingers working to make this just for me. I couldn’t help it when a small smile grew on my lips from the thought. I was suddenly broken from my thoughts as I heard a pleasant call my voice from the other side of my door.

I straightened and smoothed out the cloth i had been admiring and called out to her, signaling her to come in. The door opened and my eyes were graced by her heavenly appearance. She was by no means the most beautiful woman in the world but she held a certain kind of beauty that enslaved me and claimed my waking thoughts on a daily basis. Pushing my thoughts farther down I give my usual grin and beckoned her to close the door and sit across from me.

We go through the usual banter back and forth for a while, teasing her while she fought her adorable blush, throwing retorts back my way through it all. I always admired her wits.

Soon she held a hand made parchment out for me to take. My smile fell as I gently took it and opened it. I couldn't hold back my surprise when found hand drawn illustrations on the page, albeit not good ones. She had used some dyes to color her creations. It looks like it depicted a...carrot? There were jutting figures in front of the structure that vaguely resembled people. The only ones I could depict were masamune with his eyepatch and Ieyasu because he was much shorter than the rest. My grin came back to my face tenfold as my gaze returned to her.

“My word! I didn’t take you for an artist. I love the carrot in the back.”

“No! That’s not a carrot...its Azuchi castle.”

“Oh! I think I see it now~ The squiggles in front really complete the look” I intensify my smirk hoping she wouldn’t get too angry at my teasing. He huffed and pointed at the figures.

“No no, this is Nobunaga,” the figure had a smug look on it. Fitting. “Ieyasu, and masamune are here” the short one with a scowl and the eyepatch and straggly brunette hair. Accurate. “Hideyoshi and Mitsunari” The big one with another angry face and a simple smile. This is getting entertaining. “And...you”

My vision travels to the one on the side with a smile. Now that I look closer I can see she tried hardest on this one. There was a smaller figure beside mine standing close with a poorly drawn smile. Looking closer the two were joined at the hands. My heart stopped as i connected the dots. Gathering myself I point at the smaller figure “and who might this be?” I wanted desperately for us to be the ones on the paper, holding hands and happy but this was only a simple drawing. Nothing more.

Although her raging blush told me otherwise. “Its me.” she smoothed her clothes and stood, beginning to walk out. Her hand pushed her hair behind her ear as she left. I could see the remnants of her blush over her ear, bringing a genuine smile to my face as i watched her leave. She paused at the door frame “We do have enough for you tonight at the party...if you don’t have too much work.” Before listening to my answer she was gone. Once her figure was gone my eyes went back down to the parchment still in my hands, looking at every detail she had tried to put in and smiling to myself. I placed the photo on the backboard of my desk where it will be in my view whenever I look up from my work. It’s a beautiful work of art. It looks like I don’t have too much work. It won’t hurt to indulge and imagine for one night I might not be out of her league and enjoy the party with radiant smile.

[kyuuuuga]

Day 7

It’s up on my nsfs blog (not safe for staff)

[kyuuuuga]

Day 6

Drabble of the Oda forces.

#26 from this list

I had educated the Oda forces about the holiday from the present and all of them were trying desperately to make me feel at home and participate. Masamune and Hideyoshi were out chopping down the biggest tree they could find against my protesting of a smaller one. Ieyasu and Mitsunari were decorating the palace with huge wreaths and garlands they had made themselves, while nobunaga and mitsuhide decided to get alcohol and food. I personally said i would help cook the specific things that can't be found back in this time. My first creation was the cookies. Cant have a good christmas party without cookies. In almost an afterthought I had placed some konpeito i had gotten out in town on the top as sprinkles to make them look a bit nicer than just tan lumps.

After arranging them to look as pretty as i could manage I stepped away to let them cool and start on the stew my grandmother had taught me. As i stirred and took in the warm smells of the herbs and potatoes i could swear i hear faint tapping of feet behind me. Slowly I turn my head and gasp at what I find.

Nobunaga is halfway through with one cookie and his arm was reaching for another. Our eyes connected and we both froze, waiting for the first move. I moved first as i grabbed a wooden spoon and went for the warlord trying to swat his hand away “step away from the cookies!!” At the same time I moved, nobunaga popped the cookie he was already eating in his mouth and grabbed two more and bolted faster than I had ever seen any human being run in my life.

[kyuuuuga]

Day 5: Secret Santa

#15 from this list

Borderline NsfS (not safe for staff)

The main square bustled today with the top leaders from each army and some other friends. It was the annual winter festival on the first of december that the leaders had to partake in to keep the spirit of the holiday alive. Lancelot and Ray mingled around with the other leaders of their army and every now and then the two armies chatted with each other. My arm was tightly wrapped around Oliver’s arm as we made our way through the crowd. We had come to the gathering together as a couple after I insisted that we go in celebration of our first christmas together. The central area was as beautiful as always, though for christmas it was decorated stylishly for the festivities.

After the two of us had taken our time going to each person we knew personally and wishing them well for christmas I suddenly felt a tap on my shoulder. Fenrir met my gaze with one of his grins and held a bag out to me. “Hey you two. We decided to do a secret santa this year, wanna join?” I grinned up at Oliver at hearing the news but he didnt seem to be happy at this at all. “Oliver, come on this might be fun.”

“I plan to give only one gift this year.” His eyes focused down at me in a soft look. I was not going to lose this one, Oliver should celebrate this holiday with others especially after we had cured his condition that plagued him from getting closer to others in a child like body. He was still so used to pushing others away but i was here to give him the reminders and small pushes he needed every now and then to change himself.

“Oliver...remember our conversation before we came here?” I smile gently at my boyfriend and give his hand a reassuring squeeze. I saw the unease in his eyes but he took in a breath of cold winter air and steeled himself before looking back at Fenrir. “Put our names in.” The other man grinned and did as he was told as he bounded off to collect as many names as he could. Oliver and I shared a moment as I gave him kiss for trying so hard to get out of his comfort zone. He happily returned the kiss.

Three days later we get the letters in the mail revealing who we were to give gifts to.

“Secret santa is bullshit. I’m never agreeing to this ever again.” Oliver sneered at his letter as i worked to open mine.

“Come on it cant be that bad”

“Out of all of cradle of course it had to be-”

“Hey! I’m not allowed to know Oliver that’s how these things work” I snap this as i finally rip open my own letter, seeing the big red letters that read out ‘Oliver’. My breath catches in my throat. There must have been a mistake in the matchmaking process. The thought of running to one of the armies to switch my secret santa target with someone else until the grumbling beside me broke me from my thoughts. Oliver was still upset about who he had to give a gift to and I wanted this christmas to be special for him since it was his first one as a normal man. I slipped the card with his name on it in my jacket and thought about what could possibly cheer him up until an idea hit me, making me smile.

“Hey….Oliver, wanna make a bet?” His eyes light up at my voice and snap to mine. The curiosity was plain on his face. “Depends...what is it?” he paused to put his card down on his workbench and step closer to me. I can’t help but grin at the plan slowly forming in my head “If I can make you say that this secret santa event is a good thing, we do it again next year. What do you say?”

Oliver looked at me as if he was weighing his options and questioning what in the world i had in mind. “I don’t know how you mean to go about this but sure. I see no harm in it” my grin widened

“Perfect.”

Three weeks passed and before I knew it Christmas was right around the corner. I had taken painstaking steps to make sure Oliver hadn’t seen the preparations for his secret santa gift and my careful work was about to pay off. My boyfriend was in his garage working on multiple requests people had sent in last minute for christmas. He had been there all morning slaving away over the workbench and I knew he needed a break before overworking himself. I had planned on giving the secret santa gift on the same day as his christmas present but it looks like this was the perfect time for it. I gathered my courage and stepped into the warm garage, my heels clacking with each step.

This drew Oliver’s attention, his eyes leaving his work to trail over my clothes with a quizzical look. “...Are you going out? I told you I have a lot of work to do today.” His eyes started to go back to work as I gripped the coat over my shoulders a little tighter. I closed my eyes for a moment, gathering my courage, then let the coat fall to the floor, pooling at my ankles. Oliver’s eyes went wide as he whipped his head back to face me, his eyes scanning my body. I stood confidently in red lingerie, somewhat see-through, baring it all in front of my boyfriend. His jaw was practically on the floor.

“I know the secret santa gifts are supposed to be sent in a few days but-” I walk forward and sit on one of his legs, giving him a seductive grin “I figured it was a bit more appropriate today.” My hand graces over his chest, feeling myself grin wider at his still flustered face

“So do I win the bet?”

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Part 2 will come out when I have more time ;)

[kyuuuuga]

Day 4: Wrapping Paper

#32 from this list

I woke up to a gentle kiss on my forehead. Seth was humming softly beside me as he absentmindedly ran his hands over my back and hair in the way he knows I love. My arms slowly wrapped around him as I sucked in the morning air and drew myself closer to his welcoming warmth. He in turn hugged me tightly against him and continued smoothing his hands over my hair, the both of us groggily exchanging short greetings under the sheets. After a few minutes more I felt his mouth at my neck, experienced lips getting too heated for the tired state I was in.

“Seth we gotta get up for the day.” I let out a soft chuckle at the hands that now lightly tickled my waist. Seth let out a tired yet understanding grunt at my neck as he kissed my jaw and rose up to my lips. We shared soft kisses as I could feel him holding me tightly, body warm with heat and my own aching from the night before. We stayed this way in this lazy state indulging in the other for who knows how long.

Today was christmas. The black army gave all of its officers the option to have the day off to spend it with family and loved ones and for some reason seth insisted he stayed with me for christmas. We could have used the extra money but he was adamant every year and it always warmed my heart when he chose to drop everything for my happiness. I would do the same for him, but he always found a way to go the extra mile. My thoughts swirled in my head as i pulled myself closer and clung to him tighter as he deepened the kiss. He was telling me that we don’t need to rush today at all with his actions, bringing a smile to my lips. I would love to stay in bed all day but i don’t know if my body could take another session after the passionate night we had shared. I wanted to be able to walk on christmas.

“Seth come on, let’s get up. Gotta get that tree lit and start the day” I felt his arms tighten around me and his lips go to my neck “nooo but youre so soft and warm.” His tone had a sing-song bubbly quality to it but with a lower range, gritty with sleep. It sent a shiver down my back but i fought the urge to stay and slipped out of the bed, Seth’s arms following me as far as they could reach. I smiled as I glanced back and saw his eyes following my body as I moved to find some clothes. Putting on a large sweater I heard him shift from the bed and walk behind me. His arms found my waist as he wrapped his frame around me, putting his forehead into my shoulder.

“Someone is being affectionate today...what's up?” Seth was always clingy but he was usually more playful. Today he seemed a lot more reserved and serious. Something was wrong and I couldn't wrap my head around it. “Nah, just thinking.” hugging me tighter I felt him press kisses to my shoulder, making me shiver and chuckle lightly. “Go put on some clothes and we can snuggle on the couch?” He shifted again and I felt him let go of me “That sounds wonderful, darling”

After taking the time for both of us to get ready we both made our way out to the living room to sit and enjoy each other's company. I didn't fail to notice that my boyfriend was much more fidgety than usual and seemed on edge. Something was definitely wrong but the more i pressed the more he changed the subject. I finally decided to just drop it. We lounged on the couch for the rest of the morning, drinking hot cocoa while cuddling under a blanket while christmas specials quietly played over the tv. Leaning up to press a kiss to his chin I laid against his chest, sitting my mug to the side. His heart was beating faster than usual. He seemed so on edge right now and I can't figure out why. Seth suddenly moved me so I was sitting up as he stood and started walking away.

“Darling, can you please stand in the dining room for your gift?”

Gift? We had exchanged gifts yesterday and had both agreed we felt gifts would be better exchanged the day before so christmas could be spend lounging with no worries. I suddenly was concerned because I didn't have anything for him but decided to not say anything just yet and follow him into the dining room. Seth soon came to me with a beautifully wrapped gift. It was small and rectangular, like a book. The gift was handed to me and it was extremely light, faking me out as I was expecting the weight of a textbook. I shot him a curious look as I started wearily unwrapping the gift. Immediately I knew what was going on when I pulled the paper back. There was another layer of wrapping paper under the first in such a way that it was impossible to get the two off at the same time. I guessed there were more underneath. My eyes targeted my boyfriend and shot daggers at him as he smirked and shot an amused look at me. “What? I’m just giving my girlfriend a gift she deserves~” I could hear the ring in this voice that he always had when he was teasing me. “Seth i swear to god...” I stopped there before I said anything I would regret and began working on the layers.

After ten layers I groaned in annoyance which only made seth grin wider. “This is going to take a while, I’ll be back when you finish it ok?” The silver haired man hopped away as I stood fuming, ripping open wrapper after wrapper. I was grumbling to myself as I went about tearing the paper away from my gift. At this point it seemed like there would be nothing in the middle of this mess. I finally broke through to a small box on the inside that was a different color than the paper that had plagued me. I hastily opened it as I heard footsteps approach behind me. Inside the box was a single note:

“Turn around and say yes.”

My heart stopped. I had to remind myself to breathe as I stared at the note. Whipping around I expected to see Seth’s eyes level with mine as usual but I see him kneeling just in my peripheral vision. My eyes snapped down to him, wide as he smiled up at me, his hand clutching a small box with the most gorgeous yet simple ring I had seen in my life. The card fluttered to the ground as my hand rose to cover my mouth, my emotions were all over the place as i tried to grasp the situation. Before I could completely calm myself Seth began speaking softly, his voice filled with quiet determination.

“I know we haven't been together for too long, and you always say I'm too dramatic. I get on your nerves at bad times and I can be overbearing sometimes...I know all of this but after thinking for a long time, I don't feel like I could ever be without you anymore.” His voice was dripping with emotion and earnesty. “I still believe you are way out of my league and you deserve someone better than me but, if you would allow me, I want to care for you as long as I am allowed.” Seth grabbed my free hand gently. I couldn't miss how his fingers trembled slightly even as his words were strong and determined. He paused and drew a breath trying to steal his courage. “Would you do me the honors of being my wife?” Seth smiled sweetly at me and I swore my knees almost gave out on me. Emotions surged through me and I felt tears running down my cheeks, as Seth's smile faltered into worry.

I surged forward, throwing my arms around his neck and practically tackled him to the ground. Seth’s arms wrapped around my back and waist to catch me, the ring box forgotten on the floor. My tears would stop as I hugged him desperately feeling my love for him flowing out of my heart. I felt his fingertips rub over my back as his other hand slid up my arm and pushed my shoulder up so he could stare at me. I sat straddling his hips and with my arms around him. I lifted my head to look in his eyes. Seth was smiling softly as his thumb came up to wipe my hot tears away from my cheeks ever so gently. “Oh hun, please don’t cry. Just tell me your answer.” He looked so beautiful with a gentle smile but with eyes brimming with passion. I smile back at him and weakly choke out an answer, more sure than I had ever been in my life.

“Of course.”

Seth’s smile grew into one of the happiest smiles i had ever seen on him as he leaned up to capture my lips yet again this christmas morning. This time the action was filled with overwhelming love and a promise between the two of us.

[kyuuuuga]

Day 3: Falling

#1 on this list

The pot was boiling under my hands as I added the fresh ingredients. Warm smells wafted through the kitchen as I hum to myself and take a moment to look out my apartment window. I see snow softly falling outside, peaking over the ground and trees calmly. Humming to myself I watch the white blankets pile up slowly. Suddenly a large figure falls directly in front of the window and i see the snow fly up as it impacted the ground. Taking a second to realize what happened i quickly shut off the stove and run outside.

I run to the figure and realize it was a man. A ladder lay in the snow a few feet away as i finally come to the large figure of the man. Oh god what if he was dead. I look up to see the lights he had been stringing to the roof that was covered in slick snow. Running my hands through my hair i quickly get down onto the ground to check his pulse. I only now realize i ran out in only my sweatpants and immediately regret it as i feel the cold drench my knees and will away my shivers as i push my hand to his pulse. He is alive, that is at least a good sign. As i look away again to search for any of his belongings that might have fallen with him i hear a groan as he shifted, waking up. I take his hands into mine, pressing my finger to his pulse to make sure he was still doing fine. I see his green eyes meet mine and in a daze look me over and around as if he were confused.

“Sir are you ok?? You just fell off my roof what were you doing up there in this weather??”

The brunette stared at me for a long moment, his brows knitted in thought before a cocky smirk spread over his lips

“Damn, didn’t know angels existed in sweatpants, also its cold as shit in heaven. With someone with a hot ass like yours here it’s gotta warm up”

I am disgusted.

I grimace and get up, kicking some snow over him in the process “looks like you are fine. Get up and stop going on slippery roofs before you actually die.” My feet dont get far before i hear him begin again behind me.

“Fine! Don't help me. I have a plan to get u-” i hear him yelp and curse loudly in a string of english slurs with a thick american accent “hey uh...i may need your help actually.”

I sigh and turn around, grabbing his arm and lifting him up to lean on me as i lead him inside “If you touch anything in my house you are a dead man”

“How do i know i'm not already dead right now? That was a scary experience how could i really kn-” i jostle him a bit, making him suck in a sharp breath of air to get him to shut up. It didn't work.

“My name is Joseph Joestar, but my friends all call me Jojo. What name do i call my savior?”

“caesar” I leave to get my medical kit, not letting him get another word in. i come back to him sitting in the same place i left him, looking around curiously at everything in the room. “So uh...Cesarino yo-”

“Its Caesar!” i growl back at him as i help him shrug off his thick jacket to see what kind of damage has been done

“I think it fits you better. But you may have to take me to the hospital...i think i broke some ribs”

I sit back on my heels and rub my temples. This is going to be the longest day of my life.

[kyuuuuga]

I forgot to post this on here but this is the prompt list I’m getting all the Christmas prompts from. I’ll still link them on the fic itself when I put them up but just wanted to put this here for reference.

Christmas Prompt List:

Hello, everyone! I will be answering requests for Christmas oneshots all the way up until the New Year, so please send in a request with a number (or two) from this list and a character! I found these prompts scattered in different places across the internet, so I take credit for none of them. 

Here’s a link to all of my previous Christmas Oneshots. I’m so sorry I’ve been inactive for a while, so hopefully this makes up for it! Love you all so much <3 - K

I live below you and I was minding my own business watching the snow fall out the window WHEN I SAW A BODY FALL ARE YOU REALLY PUTTING UP CHRISTMAS LIGHTS NOW

“Are you—are you pulling down mistletoe?”

“Oh, how convenient: Mistletoe.”

“I don’t care about tradition, you try and get me to kiss you under the mistletoe and I will punch you.”

“Remind me why I can’t kill the carolers?”

“My house, my rules. The Christmas music stays on.”

“If you throw that snowball you’re declaring war.”

“You’re kidding, right? You’re not going out in that snow storm!”

I got you for Secret Santa so I got you this really expensive but sentimental gift that you’ve always wanted, hoping you’ll never find out it’s from me - and that I’ve been in love with you 1234567 years

“You don’t have to go to all this trouble, you know.”

“You didn’t really think I’d let you spend Christmas alone, did you?”

“You’d make a really terrible Santa.”

“It looks like Santa threw up here.”

“Have I told you how much I hate Christmas shopping?”

“Secret Santa is bullshit.”

“Why are you so impossible to shop for?”

“I thought we weren’t doing gifts!”

“I got you a Christmas sweater!”

“One normal Christmas, that’s all I wanted.”

“I’m sure whatever threat is out there can wait until after Christmas dinner.”

“I can’t believe no one has spiked the eggnog yet.”

“Oi! That’s my hot chocolate!”

“No offense meant, but I do not trust you to carve the turkey.”

“Hey, binge eating at Christmas is totally justified!”

“You made gingerbread zombies?”

“Step away from the cookies.”

“MY MOM KNITTED YOU A JUMPER!”

“Normally I’d say no, but I’m on my 14th candy cane, so why not?”

“Why is there a throwing star on top of the tree?”

“I’m freezing, you’re warm. Hug me!”

“I refuse to have a baby on Christmas!”

I did that annoying thing where I put a bunch of smaller boxes inside one big box and you’re getting really mad, but you don’t know that a ring is in the smallest box and I can’t wait to see your face.

“How did you manage to get tangled in tinsel?”

“Great, the power’s out because of the storm.”

“I can’t believe you hurt yourself putting up the Christmas decorations.”

“Christmas isn’t just about the presents.”

“Did you just put fake antlers on the dog?”

“I can’t ice skate, I’ll break all my bones.”

“You watch. I’ll open these curtains and it’ll be snowing… well, that’s disappointing.”

“There’s a snowstorm. I guess we’re stuck in here together till it passes.”

“It’s New Years, aren’t you going to kiss me?”

You’re in the hospital for the holidays, so I came in while you were sleeping to decorate your room — I love you, Merry Christmas.

“Bah. Humbug.”

“You can wait another twenty-four hours to open your presents.”

[kyuuuuga]

Day two of 25 days of Christmas

Chrobin part two

Chrom x Robin

Prompt #3 on this prompt list

My heart beat out of my chest as I watched the party around me die out. Everyone had already exchanged gifts and the tipsy partygoers were all casually chatting now around the warm room lit by the fireplace and adorned with garlands. Red and greed strung on the wall, bright colors of christmas meant to draw my eyes but my eyes were only focused on the man chatting in the middle of the room with a content smile on his face. I didn't miss the light dusting of a blush over his cheeks from the liquor we all shared tonight, dragging memories of the of the mistletoe incident fresh into my mind yet again, making my own blush come to me for the fourth time tonight.

I had kept the bag of mistletoe and hid it in my room. The group had decided to hold their annual christmas party at one of the local inns in a neutral territory so everyone could have fun and not have to worry about staying in a tent for the night for once. My hand found the small branch of mistletoe hidden in my cloak, obscured to the rest of the dying party but burning in my hand as i pondered on how to use it. While in my thoughts my eyes drifted around the room and landed on my target. Chrom, our leader, the strong lord that helped me when i had nowhere else to go with no memories. The man i had a crush on for the past two months and the man that kissed me yesterday. I wanted that again tonight and with this mistletoe i planned to get my way if he would allow it.

I took one last look around the room to make sure no one was watching and snuck up the stairs, making my way towards my room. The music faded into a soft hum behind me as i finally made it to my room. I took the stack of books I had brought with me from my luggage and stood on them, using a red ribbon to tie it above my door frame. I was so preoccupied with my job i didn't hear the footsteps behind be over the soft music droning on. I jumped when i felt a hand on my shoulder, gripping me firmly. I turned hoping to meet chrom but instead i met Tharja’s seductive eyes close to mine. Too close

“ah , Tharja” my voice sounded almost disappointed for a moment until i forced my false hopes down and faced the woman with a smile “i thought you were enjoying the party?”

“I was but i saw you sneak off. Something isn't right with you tonight and i think that mistletoe is the answer to my burning questions” her arms snaked around my neck and she leaned her face closer to mine “Now robin, my dear~ you could have just told me you wanted a kiss. I'll give you one for every second im without you. Trust me i have counted.” her grin is wicked sent chills down my spine as i leaned away from her. “Im sorry tharja. I know how you feel but this...this isn't for you” her beautiful face fell for a second until she smiled much softer and gave my cheek a kiss “Im sad you wont give me a chance but do they make you happy?”

“Very” i couldn't help the small smile that came to my lips as i remembered the man that had my heart. Out of the corner of my eye i saw tharja studying me and only brought my attention back when i saw a knowing smirk “oh i think i know who it is. Should i kill them for not wanting to be with you? Did they reject you” her face was suddenly deadly serious as she asked and i quickly brushed off her questions “no, no, tharja it’s ok. I haven't...really said anything yet” my cheeks went another shade of red as i avoided her eyes getting closer to mine to study them. I suddenly felt her arms leave my neck and another stern voice came behind me “Tharja i think you are making robin a bit uncomfortable with how close you are”

It was chrom. Oh gods. My cheeks go to a deeper shade of red as i try to compose myself as i feel his chest against my back as he pushed tharja off of me. The woman blinked at my embarrassed demeanor then glanced at chrom and back to me. A smirk came over her as she began walking away “Robin, dear, If he hurts you tell me and i will kill him. Remember that~” she hummed as she walked away giving us privacy.

I sigh as someone has figured out my secret and turn slowly to the worried leader “Robin are you ok? Your face is red, do you have a fever?” I chuckle and shake my head at his worrying “no Chrom I'm fine.” my eyes soften as i stare at him, my previous mission forgotten until i suddenly see the mistletoe a little to the left of where we were standing in my open doorway. “OH! Chrom can you help me with something?”

“Of course, what do you need?”

“I just really liked the party and i wanted to see if- OH HOW CONVENIENT” i was trying to be smooth but my voice was a bit strained from my nervousness “mistletoe!” we stopped under the small bundle and i watched as a soft blush spread over his cheeks and a sad smile graced his lips “Robin i don't know who put this here but i already showed you how this works the other day.”

My heart hammered in my chest as i forced my nervousness down my throat and looked at him square in the face “...do you think you could show me again?”

All time seemed to stop around us as his eyes snapped to mine, the music from the grand hall fading away and my breath strained in my chest. I watched him slowly turn to me, a trembling hand coming up to my cheek, leaning into it slightly i never broke contact with him as he slowly bent down, his face coming closer to mine. I held my breath once we got only inches apart, his breath ghosting over my lips until i brought my hands slowly to the back of his head and pulled him in. The world fell away as i wrapped my arms farther around his neck, my fingers gently going through his hair as i felt his arms wrap around my waist, pulling me closer. Our lips moved slowly, firm over the others until we relaxed a bit more and deepened our kisses, keeping the slow pace. After what felt like only a few seconds i pulled away, resting my forehead against his, my breath coming out heavy mirroring his own. The music from the other room began to come back to me.

‘Shall i stay, would it be a sin?’

I couldn't help it before i let a small laugh escape me at how cheesy this situation was becoming. If felt chrom’s grip on my waist tighten as he looked at me now concerned and slightly worried. “You ok Robin?”

My laughter fit subsided as i captured his lips again in a short kiss “im perfect chrom” i glanced back into the room at the bag of mistletoe and a sheepish grin overtook me. “Um, would you maybe...want to show me how its done again?” i point at the mistletoe on the bed, focusing more on the racing heartbeat against my chest. I felt his breath hitch in his throat at his eyes followed my pointing hand.

‘Take my hand, take my whole life too’

After a moment he composed himself and straighten.

“If you don't think you understand it i could show you again” he pulled away, arm trailing down my arm to grab my hand as he led me into the room, shutting the door behind us. I smiled as i walked over to him and wrapped my hands around his neck and pulled him into another kiss. “I understand how it works, i just...want to get into the christmas spirit.” i hear an amused chuckle from him at my white lie. I think my plan worked a little too well but i don't mind at all. If every christmas could go like this i would be satisfied for an eternity.

‘For i can't help falling in love with you’

[kyuuuuga]

the suffering never ends

[kyuuuuga]

Happy Birthday Shingen!!!

A short Drabble dedicated to Shingen from SBLP. Aka the man that made me cry 3+ times and stole my heart.

I awoke to soft lips pressing at my skin. The warm rays of morning light drifted in through the window, crisp winter air flowing in around us. My arm draped around the woman of my dreams, her lips pressing lazy kisses to my neck and chin now as I groaned, rousing out of my sleep. My arms close around her shoulders and pull her tightly to my chest as I place a kiss on top of her head, feeling her nuzzle into my chest, her arms wrapping around my torso.

“Good morning.” My voice is gruff from just waking up as I hold my love to my chest, feeling her move to press more kisses to my skin. A smile comes to my lips as I feel her own smile against my skin.

“Someone is eager this morning.” I smile down at her as she gives a small nip to my neck.

“You’re one to talk, we were up almost half the night because you wanted more.” She gave my chest a small nip to accentuate her point, eliciting a throaty growl from my own lips. “I know darling. It was wonderful.” I grab her arm and gently lift her up to kiss her, our lips lazily dancing in the morning light. My hands go to the many marks left on her skin from the night before, tracing them all slowly to make sure they are still there and that she is still here, warm and inviting, pressed against me as we wake up together. I never want to lose her. As long as i am alive I will cherish this light in my life. A soft moan broke me from my thoughts as she smiled from my hand trailing down her body. A beautiful sight indeed.

“Shingen it’s your birthday, I should be the one giving you the good time” i smile back at her as I bring my lips to her cheek and press light kisses to her face “That sounds wonderful my love, but right now all I wish for on this day is you in my arms” I press more kisses to her as we lose ourselves in the other’s warmth for hours.