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@vereisten
things were a bit tense between them, he had to admit. after the whole bodyswap, there were some things that still lingered in qrow’s mind despite his insistence in letting them go. the intrusive thoughts kept coming back, but they were quickly fading away, soon to be forgotten. what he didn’t forget was the unfortunate victim of the bodyswap. he walks up to her, smile on his face as he greets her with his usual smile.
“Nice seein’ you’re back up and runnin’ again.” he pauses, trying to appear nonchalant despite the somewhat awkward aura between them. “Hope that wasn’t too bad, haha...” he knows it was probably worse on her than it was for him, but he had to at least try to make some light of the situation.
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despite how much time he’s gotten to think, how much space he’s gotten from the other --- things are still complicated between them. ozpin’s memory only brings a dull sense of hurt qrow’s been trying to look away from --- a pain he feels ever so strongly once he remembers the good times they once had, the amount of trust qrow felt just by having the certainty that ozpin was counting on him.
he’s reflected on his own, he’s thought and he’s managed to slowly but surely come to understand ozpin. perhaps qrow never could understand the other, after all --- they were too different, but the least qrow could do was attempt at mending things together. even if it was something haphazardly put, even if it was something that wouldn’t even resemble the trust qrow once felt for the other --- it was something, it was a start.
so he meekly approaches, a tinge of awkwardness lingers in his step as he speaks. “ ... h - hey there, ozpin. ” is what he can muster. he’ll understand if the other won’t talk to him, he wouldn’t be surprised --- but he can at least say he tried.
#✕ ❛ ᴅᴜsᴛʏ ᴏʟᴅ ᴄʀᴏᴡ. 【 ic. 】#headmastering#headmastering / 04.#sad times with uncle birb#u may get another starter once the vol ends too :eyes:
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@petaltrail
“ hey there, ruby. ” it’s been a while since he last spotted her. or rather, it’s been a while since he actually came around these parts of the city. these past few weeks had gone flying by --- he didn’t even realize how much time had gone by so quickly. after the whole body swapping incident, he felt he needed time to rest.
now it seems like qrow’s in better shape, his characteristic grin appears on his features as he greets his niece. “ been a while, hasn’t it? i’ve been pretty busy tryin’ to live by, heh. ” it was nice to have some downtime. his head’s been hurting a bit more lately, but he wasn’t going to let that stop him from talking to ruby. “ you been hangin’ out okay? gotten any new pals? ” a small chuckle escapes his lips as he tries to somewhat imitate a dad. he’s fairly sure if it’s anyone who’s been doing something interesting, it’d be ruby.
#petaltrail#✕ ❛ ᴅᴜsᴛʏ ᴏʟᴅ ᴄʀᴏᴡ. 【 ic. 】#we gotta thread when the volume ends too bc :eyes:#but in the meantime... happy uncle time
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It felt as if she had awoken from an unpleasant dream; one that filled her with a heavy haze of uncertainty and uneasiness. Her body feels heavier than she remembered as she slowly got up from bed and opened her eyes to…a completely different room. A stranger’s bedroom? A man’s?
This can’t be.
Odd, she didn’t remember drinking last night, but a splitting headache began to sink in. Running a hand through her hair, she froze midway. Did someone cut her hair short?
Something was terribly wrong.
With her heart nearly stopping, she stormed into bathroom, only to find an irritatingly familiar face looking back at her in the mirror.
❝ QROW? Oh my god, how–?? ❞
Her jaw would’ve been hanging ajar for quite awhile longer until the ringing of the phone snapped her out of a trance of utter disbelief. Jabbing the phone screen to hit the call button, her now raspy voice began speaking before she could hear her own voice answer the phone.
❝ Stay EXACTLY where you are, Qrow — I’ll be there. GOD, why did I have to switch with you of all people?❞ Hanging up and jamming the phone into shallow pant pockets, the door slammed behind her. To say she was in a bad mood was a major understatement.
it doesn’t come as a shock. her anger’s justified --- and yet his lack of anger isn’t. once upon a time, he would’ve been just as angry as her, but both being in her body and his own emotions made him feel... numb.
“Got it.” he answers, plain and simple. winter’s mannerisms are quickly catching up to him, and he feels a level of discomfort he hasn’t felt in a long time. it reminds him the first time he turned into a crow, the first time his body suddenly wasn’t his own --- and he was in the air. he looks at his gloved hand as if to really prove the situation. unfortunately, for both of them, everything seems to be far too real.
he figures winter would get much more angrier if he did anything out of the ordinary --- so he doesn’t, instead he tries to find some solace in the books she planned to read until this happened. qrow picks one up, mindlessly trying to take his focus off the situation even for a minute --- the headache he felt minutes ago feels stronger, menacing.
“Ugh.” he quickly puts the book down, trying to support his own head with one hand. he grimaces as the headache seems to jog a few memories. he’s heard of this being able to happen, but he doesn’t want to learn anything about her past. not because of his past dislike for her, but because it seems intrusive --- he already feels awful enough for troubling her that doing anything more would be too much for the both of them. if anything, he’d like to hear what her life was like from her own mouth, not from the forced machinations of the gods of the city.
unwillingly, he remembers. he sees willow, he sees weiss, he sees whitley and jacques. training, yelling --- icy stares and cold shoulders, he recalls events as if intrusive memories found their chance to attack. he feels an overwhelming sadness, he sees how empty the house looks, and how the sadness turns into nothing more than a numb feeling. flashes, vivid and far too real close on him. “...Hurry up.” qrow mutters as he tries to think of something else, but nothing’s working --- but there’s not much he can do except wait and try to stop remembering.
#vereisten#vereisten / 02.#✕ ❛ ᴅᴜsᴛʏ ᴏʟᴅ ᴄʀᴏᴡ. 【 ic. 】#long post /#alcohol /#qrow's memories are all unlocked btw!#also i took 10 years im so sorry sjdfhbjshdf
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want to get back into the swing of things, so please like this for a starter! cap is at three, but castmates can like above the cap! uncapped!
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❝ Wish us luck. ❞ hello hello! my name is valentine and this is a brand new roleplaying blog for clover ebi from r.wby! if you’re interested in interacting, please like / reblog this post, thank you!
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...Well.
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@vereisten / empatheorem.
...Huh?
The moment he suddenly blinks and the world is something else, something different --- he knows something is up. From the safety and comfort of his room to... the library, it seemed? He’s visited it once or twice, but he manages to recognize it nonetheless. Qrow’s heard and seen the stories of people swapping bodies --- thinking it wouldn’t happen to him in a blind luck.
Right now he feels like a fool for thinking he, of all people, wouldn’t be hit with it. First things first, he should look into a mirror, see if the person he swapped is familiar or not. He doesn’t even get to stand up before he looks at his hands, recognizing the familiar gloves that he remembered just by chance.
Oh. Oh no.
Qrow would be lying if he said he wasn’t used to body changing experiences. After all, changing into a bird slowly became a second nature once he got the hang of it --- but he was fairly certain Winter wasn’t used to it. He quickly grabs his --- Winter’s phone, and texts himself... Or rather, Winter.
txt. Winter. txt. Winter, you there?
For now, that should do. He tries to ignore the nagging headache, but he knows it’s coming soon --- he can feel it. Qrow can only hope she responds quick and not too disturbed by the situation.
#vereisten / 02.#✕ ❛ ᴅᴜsᴛʏ ᴏʟᴅ ᴄʀᴏᴡ. 【 ic. 】#EMPATHEOREM / 00.#EMPATHEOREM / 02.#winter goin apeshit on the other end while qrow is like Ah
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❛ You were expecting me, then ? How unlike you. ❜
THERE was a time — although it feels like a lifetime ago — that the Branwen twins could communicate quite a bit without saying a word. A glance, a gesture — a shared feeling. That connection, that ‘sameness’… It was strained at best, but it lingered all the same. The changes in his demeanor, no matter how minute, weren’t lost on her; she doubts her true turmoil is lost on him, either. He isn’t in the mood to argue, or deflect — or even throw a smartass remark her way. Not even a cocky smirk that just barely contained his disapproval… Or the disdain she’d wholeheartedly been expecting.
It brings her a small sense of vindication, but there is no relief. It brings her a small sense of anger — the sort that always comes hand-in-hand with being proven unequivocally correct, no matter how long you’ve been branded a traitorous coward… But there is no smugness. For once, shocking even to her, she can’t muster the energy to be righteous. ❛ So… ❜ Raven begins, steps slowing to a stop. Her question lingers in the air, watching his form a few moments before shifting into a seat beside him. Not across, as per their custom.
❛ How much do you know ? ❜
The connection they share never truly faded. Qrow could tell when she was observing him back in Remnant, and he’s sure she could tell when he kept guard of her at the tribe. Any disdain he might feel is pushed behind the conflicting emotions he’s feeling. There’s too much happening, and he was never the best at dealing with problems.
After she speaks, what comes from the man is silence --- cold and empty, tired. Maybe it was the exhaustion of keeping everything bottled up, or maybe it was the fact that she could tell he knew the truth. No matter, he felt as if the air was leaving his body the more he. The heavy feeling in his chest --- a ever so painful anxiety only grows as he begins explaining what happened. “We found out that there is no beatin’ Salem.” He replies, in the same intonation that she utilized in their last encounter.
His ever so distant demeanor doesn’t let up, his eyes focused on a fixed point as he tries to recall everything. “Found out how she came to be... What happened to her. It’s... it’s a long story.” He sighs, anger tainting his memory. He recalls how he reacted, how crushed he felt. Perhaps it’s the strain on his face, but it’s obvious the truth hurt. “Ozpin kept a lot hidden from us, didn’t even have a plan.” Perhaps it’s the stress getting to him, maybe it’s the fact that this may be his only chance to say it, but he blurts it out, fragile and weak. “...Sorry.” For the things he said and for the things that were left unsaid --- he owes her an apologies for god knows how many years of stubbornness and vitriol.
His pride would’ve stopped him from admitting she was right. But right now, he only felt like the small little brother back at the tribe. Qrow hangs his head low, an overwhelming sadness suddenly invading him --- he’s only ashamed she managed to see him in this state.
#kindredsevers#kindredsevers / 01.#✕ ❛ ᴅᴜsᴛʏ ᴏʟᴅ ᴄʀᴏᴡ. 【 ic. 】#qrow vc: I am The Whole Circus#long post /
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❛Merry Christmas, Uncle Qrow---!❜ SHE collides with him as per their custom --- careful to keep her gift box at arm's length! She can hardly wait for him to open it, half-tempted to open it herself --- but inside lay quite a few rows of gingerbread! Each cookie is designed after his favorite ragtag band of kids --- RWBY, JNR, Oscar... Even Sun! ... Mom and Dad might be tucked in there, too. ❛It's nothing fancy, but they ARE yummy. So... Heh --- Got time to hang with a brat today?❜
While he didn’t have many plans for Christmas, he knew he wanted to spend them with family. Despite having grown close to many of the people back at his world, there was always going to be a underlying awkwardness within him. Many years of going out alone into missions did have an effect on Qrow, even without his semblance. The self doubting thoughts suddenly vanished as he felt someone collide right into him — Qrow immediately knew who it was.
Qrow felt his usual smile on his face once again. “Merry Christmas, kiddo. Hope yer’ havin’ a good one.” He took the present gently in his hands. He was still not used to the whole… gifting and giving, but he was slowly growing accustomed to it. He slowly opened the gift, his eyes opening in a bit of surprise. They’re very cute, and Qrow can’t help but almost smile a little too brightly at them. It’s much more kinder than his usual smirk, it’s something genuine and almost too fragile. He’s always made sure to keep up his image, but maybe today he won’t care so much.
“…Thank you, Ruby. I…” He briefly chokes up, okay. He tries to play it off, but it’s clear he got a little emotional. “Dunno’ if I’m gonna’ be able to eat ‘em, though! They’re real cute.” He chuckles a bit, hoping she wouldn’t tease him too much for his sudden burst of emotions. “You don’t even gotta’ ask, I’m always up for hanging around with brats.” He pauses, holding the box of cookies with one hand, and rummaging behind his cape with the other. “And I’m sure he does too.”
As if out of thin air, he gives Ruby a box. Inside lays a plushie of the dear and beloved house pet, Zwei. It’s very fluffy and huggable, and it seems vaguely scented of sunflowers. Perhaps he was reminded of Tai, but he hopes she likes it. “Took me a bit to make, but it’s made with a lotta’ love.”
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@luckbinds
Back here again. The white cloaked figure skates gracefully over the lake, eyes trailing on the ice and the sights below them. It’s just as mesmerizing as ever which makes it slightly dangerous as he just narrowly avoids running into someone else. Hm. Maybe he should’ve gone to Savior’s Respite. There’d be less people to worry about bumping into there.
Breath materializing in the chilly air around him, Oz sighs before moving to do just that. Suddenly however he stops short as he recognizes someone on the shoreline.
“No.” No No No. Not like this. Ozpin knows for a fact that a meeting now wouldn’t end well, especially not while he’s in Summer’s body. Swiftly he dons her hood. Maybe he hasn’t been noticed yet. Part of him doesn’t want to run, a part he recognizes as Summer’s guilt for leaving them behind before, but a larger part can’t bear disappointing Qrow Branwen again.
Perhaps it’s how the cold settles in that Qrow seems to be growing more fond of spending his time exploring the city. While he didn’t stay locked in his room, he didn’t find himself out every single day. Today, it seemed like things were a bit different. Perhaps it was something in the air, or maybe he just wanted to take a breath of fresh air.
And so he ends up at the frozen lake, checking the place out. Snow wasn’t something he witnessed every day, so he might as well take the chance to explore things. In the distance, he spots someone familiar --- he recognizes the white hood and he’s fairly certain it’s her.
It’s been a while since he managed to spot her. Qrow’s been fairly busy, so he didn’t have much of a chance to catch up to her. So, unfortunately for Ozpin, he starts approaching 'Summer.’ --- calling out to her in the sametone he’s used for her since she arrived in the city. “Hey, Summer!” Although things had gotten better, there were still some feelings of awkwardness between them --- but Qrow still considered her a dear friend. “Been a while, huh? This place’s been kinda weird for the past few days.”
Although he can’t see her face, he knows something’s up. Maybe it’s because he’s known her for so long, but he knows when something was up. Maybe Raven, or maybe it was the strange happenings across the city. Either way, he was unsuspecting.
#headmastering#headmastering / 03.#✕ ❛ ᴅᴜsᴛʏ ᴏʟᴅ ᴄʀᴏᴡ. 【 ic. 】#EMPATHEOREM / 01.#EMPATHEOREM / 00.#qrow gets qlowned
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send me “D20: -insert action-” and i’ll roll a d20 without modifiers. Depending on the result my character can either succeed, fail, or mess up very bad depending on the roll.
Roller found here [x]
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empatheorem info.
Here’s some info on Qrow if you want to swap with him! I’ll make a small starter call in a bit, but if you had some ideas, feel free to IM me!
PHYSICAL:
He’s not too old, but he’s not young.
Despite this, he’s in very good form --- known across most of Remnant for being a seasoned and experienced Huntsman.
He’s flexible and athletic, able to jump around and move quickly with ease.
Tall, mostly leg.
He doesn’t fully look like it, but he’s strong even without most of his abilities.
PERSONALITY:
He’s getting better, but he’s still very much gruff and melancholic.
Will fiercely protect his family, including his somewhat adopted group of children he follows.
A bit sarcastic, with a somewhat dark sense of humor especially with those in positions of power.
He’s good natured though, even if he tries to look Cool, he’s pretty chill.
If too long in his body, your muse might be a lil’ broodier than usual.
MEMORIES:
Memories of STRQ are prevalent for Qrow, as he often looks back at the past with nostalgia and sadness.
Your muse will likely be able to see Qrow’s memories almost right away.
The events of the whole series up until his canon point are very much fresh and easy to recall.
His memories of childhood may be a bit harder to remember it, as Qrow has managed to suppress most of them. His childhood wasn’t great, as it was filled with violence and the brutal life at his tribe. Your muse may only remember some glimpses here and there.
POWERS:
He can use aura 5 times per day, which can be used to shield from minor blows..
Other than that, he only has his weapon, a wooden Scythe.
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❛ GAAAHI'MNOTTOOLATE--- ❜ She rushes in with a flurry of petals behind her, breathing heavily. ❛ It took me a liiiittle bit longer than I thought it would, but... ❜ Ruby unclenches her fist to reveal a tiny wooden replica of Harbinger --- carefully crafted by yours truly, different forms and all, topped with what had to be the world's tiniest red bow. ❛ Happy birthday, Uncle Qrow! Eheh... Now we match. I'll getcha something way better next year, now that I know when it is --- promise ! ❜
he can’t help but smile as he sees her arrive. the night was beginning to settle in, and he definitely had fun — most of all, he was glad to have spent it peacefully and with the people he loves. she was the only one who he was missing, and he greeted her with open arms. “Heh, it’s fine —”
he cuts himself off the moment he sees the present. he doesn’t verbally show it, but it’s clear by the look on his eyes that he really likes it. the sheer nostalgia of seeing harbinger in one piece, alongside the tiniest red bow puts a smile on his face. “This looks real nice, Ruby. Thank you for thinkin’ ‘bout your uncle.” he’s always had problems emoting, but he hopes she knows he appreciates it. he even goes as far as to look at it closely, eyeing it with a smirk. “Learned from the best, huh?”
“Thank ya, really. Means a lot, first time I’ve done this kinda stuff.” He’s glad his first official celebration went without a hitch, his bad luck didn’t make a single appearance. As the topic comes up, he makes a thinking face, pondering what he could give to Ruby. “Maybe I’ll craft ya’ a weapon next year, who knows…”
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“Ah, to be young again...” He’s getting all nostalgic now. “N-Not that I’m old, but y’know...”
#✕ ❛ ᴅᴜsᴛʏ ᴏʟᴅ ᴄʀᴏᴡ. 【 ic. 】#✕ ❛ ᴡʜᴀᴛ's ʜᴀᴘᴘᴇɴɪɴɢ ɴᴏᴡ? 【 dash. 】#he sees yall being mushy and he's here to be Old
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The day of Qrow’s birthday a small white package appears labeled for him with no return address. Inside is a slip of paper with only the words ‘Happy Birthday’ printed on it and a wooden hand carved box lined with red velvet. Inside the box is a very nice pocket knife also seemingly hand carved. There’s no signature on the paper either, obscuring who gave the gift.
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When he receives the small package, he immediately wonders who could’ve sent it. A part of him felt weary, but he opened the package anyways — curiosity and wonder overwhelming anything else. He looks at the paper, a small smile appearing on his face. He was happy people wished him a happy birthday at all, it was strange — but not unwelcome.
“…Huh.” Qrow carefully takes out the wooden box, looking at it closely. Noticing how carefully it was made, he does feel a pang of guilt. He’s never had a proper birthday before, so receiving something so carefully made him feel a tad guilty, but thankful nonetheless — he’s not too used to presents yet.
He ends up slowly opening it, taking a look at what’s inside. It’s quite probably the coolest pocket knife he’s ever seen. The patters seem ever so intricate at the ones in the box — he’s not sure if he deserves any of it. As he holds it, he starts to get an inkling as to who could’ve sent it. Qrow can only release a heavy sigh as he takes the knife with him. “…Thanks.” He murmurs. He’ll have to thank whoever sent him the gift, but for now — this will do.
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