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Ugh, I need a new Ardyn server to follow. Why did my old community have to die? Why am I being punished like that?

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"Off his chair, jester! Trash Jesus sits there!"

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This is your semi frequent reminder that there is no official AO3 app

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“You didn’t really think it was going to be that easy did you - oh, you did! Well aren’t you just darling?”

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Hey there! I've read your prompt request and I'd be so into soft Ardynoct! If that tickles your fancy, I'd love Noctis just being good to Ardyn and Ardyn being comfortable, finally feeling...right? Justified? Understood as the person he was and is? I don't even know how this could happen, but probably not without Ardyn having a mental breakdown first, haha. Please feel free to go about it any way you'd like! Thank you so much in advance for your time. ;u;

@nyardynn I hope this approach works for you! I based it on the concept art of Ardyn with the chocobros and Noctis and Lunafreya’s kids at the end of the game (we were robbed of so much, honestly).

Thank you for sending this request my way, it was such a treat to dive into, and I hope it gave you the kind of soft comfort you were hoping for 💙

There was something about the coast that settled even the rawest of nerves. Even Ardyn could admit it, though discomfort still gnawed at him. The waves pushed gently in and out against the sand near his feet, his attention pulled away by the sound of children screaming in delight. He glanced to his right, watching the young prince and princess dart across the beach, Gladio and Prompto in hot pursuit. The sight tugged a rare smile from him—one that quickly fell as a familiar figure approached.

"Majesty," Ardyn murmured, looking away after Noctis gave him a nod. He visibly flinched when the king sat beside him, keeping his gaze fixed on the ocean before sighing. "I hope you're not intending to drag me back to the festivities. I still need a moment."

"No one's forcing you to do anything. I just came to check on you," Noctis said, brows furrowed as he studied him. "You haven't been yourself since Seraphii asked about us—about our past. Are you okay?"

"I'm quite peachy, as you'd put it," Ardyn muttered, though his eyes softened when they landed on the princess as she scooped her little brother up, swinging him around with laughter. He let out a slow breath. "I know she meant no harm, and I'd never fault a child for curiosity about her family. I just…never had that conversation with myself."

"About how to talk to people about what happened?"

"Mmm." Ardyn nodded faintly. "And then it struck me—what must people think, knowing the immortal-accursed, turned hero spends his days with the king and his kin?"

"I don't think people really care, Ardyn. Not anymore," Noctis assured.

"Though the years have aged you, you're still naïve," Ardyn said, finally turning to face him. "The people still look on me with disdain wherever I go. They may not speak it aloud, but I know what lies in their hearts."

"Are you saying I made a mistake taking you in after Bahamut?"

"I'm saying that perhaps putting the people's hearts at ease would have been the better play."

The implication settled between them like stone. Noctis's eyes widened. "Ardyn, there's no way we're going to execute—"

"Don't." Ardyn cut him off, voice sharp. "I've said my peace."

Silence pressed in. The only sounds were the ocean and the distant laughter of children. Noctis knew better than to argue once Ardyn slipped into this mindset—reminiscing, picking apart every fault, every consequence.

Perhaps he had been wrong to keep him alive after all Ardyn had done, after all he had put them through, but when the cosmos—not the gods—had offered a second chance, Noctis believed everyone deserved a clean slate—even Adagium himself. Still, watching Ardyn sink back into self-loathing made his chest ache. He hated this: the way Ardyn clung to sadness, the way nothing Noctis said ever seemed enough to pry it loose.

So he did the only thing that could reach him.

He slid an arm over Ardyn's shoulder, pulling him into an embrace. Ardyn stiffened instantly, bristling like a chocobo's tail feathers at the sight of a predator.

"I hate it when you do this," Ardyn muttered into his chest, muffled, as Noctis laughed softly.

"You asked for it," Noctis said, smiling down at him. He blew a gentle breath across Ardyn's face, earning a grimace. "We forgave you a long time ago."

"I know that…"

"And I know firsthand what you went through. The Crystal showed me as much," Noctis said, choosing his words carefully. "I may not have stood in your shoes, but I walked your path while communing with the gods. I know it hasn't been easy for any of us, but look—you're family. We want you here. I want you here. So…obey your king."

Ardyn shut his eyes, turning away even as he leaned against Noctis's shoulder. He told himself there was nothing for him left in this world, not truly, yet he couldn't refuse. The tears burned at the corners of his eyes, but his voice stayed steady.

"As you command, your highness."

Beyond them, the children's laughter rang out over the steady pull of the tide, as if the world itself was reminding him there was still life, still warmth—even for him.

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the draconian

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tbh this is the funniest dirty confession on this blog, lol.

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So! If you can, you absolutely need to commission @wombywoo​! Because OMG!

It’s my Noct! From Step Out Into Twilight, the huge giant epic I’ve been writing for the last three months and that shows no signs of ending, where he’s sent to live with Cid after the Marilith attack. And he is PERFECT. I can’t even begin to say how happy I am with this, how much it is just so perfectly him.

If you have the means and commissions are open, get one!

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You rang?

Is ffxv a dead fandom?

I don't think FFXV is dead. Rather it's a niche fandom that you have to find. Fans are still creating fanfics, art and even video edits. It's not popular like it used to be but that happens with all video games, especially with FFs.

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Demure Elegance

credits :

Kimono | Kemet Bench

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@lunyxweek Day 5: Let’s Switch/Fateswap

In which Lunafreya puts on the ring and dies at dawn, leaving Nyx to deliver the ring to Noctis.

(Original art by Square Enix, edited by me)

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FFXV-Pkmn Crossover!

(previous post)

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FFXV fun facts - based on info in FFXV Official Works (English)

Regis is the only major FFXV character not to have a character profile. (He does have one in the FFXV Ultimania, however.)

Ignis joined the Crownsguard after graduating from high school; presumably he's been a member for four or so years.

Noctis "was always raving about" about the dessert he had in Tenebrae, the one Ignis spent years trying to recreate.

Noctis is 3 cm taller than Prompto, while Ignis is 10 cm taller than Prompto (173 cm).

Gladio is the tallest character listed in the book (198 cm), followed by Cor (191 cm). Ardyn is 190 cm tall, according to the Ultimania.

Ravus' height isn't stated in either book :(

Nyx is considered to be the most "awe-inspiring" fighter among the Kingsglaive, hence his nickname "hero".

The book specifically notes that Monica outranks Gladio and Ignis within the Crownsguard.

Chocobo racing is "the national sport of Lucis". (This is mentioned in-game, under "Wiz Chocobo Post" in the archives.)

Leviathan is "worshipped in human, fish, and turtle form".

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Some personal notes:

-This is the first I've heard of Iedolas Aldercapt being infected with the Starscourge decades before the game. I haven't been able to find any other sources to support this (whether from in-game loading screens or archive entries, translations of the FFXV Ultimania or JP Official Works, etc.). If anyone has come across such evidence, I'd be happy to hear about it.

-re: Pryna's profile: I wonder if the Japanese word they (this third party translation team) translated as "servant" is the same one that SQEX NA localised as "Messenger"? We know from the lore there are 24 Messengers, so it wouldn't be surprising if certain Messengers act on behalf of - or in service to - specific gods.

-The Oracle's sealing technique actually has a name. In this book they translated it as "the cage of the Oracle", but I wonder what name the EN FFXV localisation team would've given it.

-The thing about Leviathan's different depictions is alluded to in-game - under the "Altissia" archive entry - but it's not as specific as the book.

-The Meldacio Hunters' history is also mentioned in-game (under "Meldacio Hunter HQ" in the archives), but the book says "the military created the Meldacio Hunters and the hunter system" while the game states the Hunters arose from "a band of Insomnian refugees". A little inconsistency that no one would really care about lol.

-The descriptions for Shiva and Ifrit are kinda amusing. You'd think they'd talk about her being all blue or him having big horns, but nah let's go with generic af descriptions :)

-I included the Vyv tidbit because the way they phrased it makes it sound shady haha.

P.S. I provided screenshots I took of the relevant archive entries (under Datalog > Almanac) for anyone interested:

Archive entries (L to R): Wiz Chocobo Post / Altissia / Meldacio Hunter HQ

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I would like soft Ardyn. Like completely breaks character. Just to show he is human.

yes yes YES Anon THANK YOU for requesting this. Soft Ardyn is my favorite Ardyn as MUCH as I love his deliciously wicked, bastard self. I melt into a silly little puddle every time I read fics or see art where he is depicted as gentle and loving...Still retaining the humanity and tenderness he kept in his heart.

📝 Its unfinished, but I wanted to share this sketch for you anyway, Anon ♥

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Random ff15 sketches

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I love red white and black

Я люблю красный, белый и черный