#Homemaker To Leader

[mentorshelly]

Navigating Challenges: A Trad Wife’s Journey to Regaining Her Self-Sufficiency and Economic Stability

Life doesn’t come with a manual, and for many traditional wives (or “trad wives”), navigating life after stepping away from homemaking can feel like being thrown into uncharted waters. Whether due to divorce, separation, or simply a desire to step into a new chapter, regaining self-sufficiency and economic stability is a challenge—but one you are absolutely capable of conquering. The Turning…

[astrolook]

The Astrology About Your Difficult Placements & Turning Them Into A Career Opportunity

Note: This post is based on my personal observations and patterns I've noticed over the years. It's important to understand that no single placement in a chart can determine whether someone is “good” or “bad,” a success or a failure, or even something as extreme as a criminal. Astrology is complex, and the entire birth chart must be considered as a whole. What we often label as "difficult" placements can actually become powerful sources of strength if we choose to approach them with awareness, effort, and a growth mindset. These placements aren’t curses, they’re invitations to evolve. This post is based on Vedic/Sidereal Astrology.

Astrology is a lot like Google Maps, it shows you possible routes to your destination, but it’s still up to you which path to take. It can guide, not dictate. That’s why I find it disheartening when some astrologers deliver overly negative interpretations that leave people feeling helpless or afraid and making serious life decisions based on it. Every placement holds multiple possibilities, some more challenging than others. With awareness and the right mindset, even the toughest placements can become powerful tools for growth.

These placements don’t doom you, they challenge you to rise.

Mars in 12th - Hidden enemies, betrayal from co-workers/colleagues, vehicle accidents, high blood pressure, imprisonment, compulsive behavior, hit man.

On the bright side, this is a good placement for martial artists, military careers, architectural /structural engineering, psychologist, working in intelligence or secret service, crime scene investigator, MMA fighter, monk, athletes, etc.

Moon in 8th - Volcanic emotions often buried. Might be emotionally manipulative in a subtle way. Intense and secretive and hide their emotions. Reads people with their x-ray vision.

On the bright side, this is a good placement for healers, astrologer, detective, investigator, researcher, astronomer, criminal profiler, hospice worker, witch, therapist, grief counselor, cult leader, etc.

Venus in 8th - Can get into surface-level relationships for "convenience". STDs, in some cases. Financial ruin from the partners. Betrays/cheats or the other way around.

On the bright side, this is a good placement for relationship counselor, sex therapist, even porn stars, financial advisor, lobbyist, artists, script writer, photographers, videographers, model, financial firm chairman, business owner, club/casino owner/worker, etc.

North Node in 1st - Prone to attract scandals, betrayals. Identity crisis. Chases validation, success or people only to feel empty. Project an image that's not real.

On the bright side, this is a good placement for social media influencer, streamer, entrepreneur, lawyer, public figure, vlogger, model, activist, etc.

Sun in 12th - Side character in their own life. Hypochondriacs. Felt underappreciated or not recognized for your self-worth. Isolate themselves when depression hits.

On the bright side, this is a good placement for foreign settlement or just moving far away from birth place where they get recognized for being an entrepreneur, startup founder, politician or govt jobs in a foreign country/state, behind-the- scenes work in the movie industry, freelancer, software engineer, etc.

Venus in 6th - Overindulgence in food/drinks. Ovarian cyst for women. Menstrual issues. Prone to get STDs. Betrayal from women. Having a crazy ex.

On the bright side, this is a good placement for service workers, emergency care, veterinarian, doctor, nurse, mental health worker, wellness coach, interior designer, HR, cosmetologist, gynaecologist, pet groomer, dog walker, plastic surgeon, Hairstylist, Makeup specialist, homemaker, hospitality worker, etc.

Mars in 6th - Workplace drama. Chronic illness. Rude to others or other way around. Betrayal from men. Might be a smoker.

On the bright side, this is a good placement for chefs, firefighters, military careers, surgeon, personal trainer, conflict resolution expert, racer, raw material manufacturer, athletes, Managerial positions in the hospitality/retail industry, architect, engineer, etc.

South node in 4th - Detachment from home life or unstable family situation. Foster care, in some cases. Odd one out of the family in some cases.

On the bright side, this is a good placement for a travel consultant/guide, social worker, game developer, life coach, realtor, real estate agent, antique items seller, costume designer, comic artist, comedian script writer, animator, VFX specialist, foster care worker, paediatrician, nutritionist, etc.

North node in 8th - Prone to get into trouble with law enforcement. Into drugs. In and out of jail in some cases. Stalker or the other way around. Pimp, in some cases.

On the bright side, this is a good placement for a criminal lawyer, police officer, forensic investigator, crime or thriller writer, crisis management expert, industrial worker, manufacturer, de-addiction center worker, activist, law enforcement, etc.

Saturn in 4th - Childhood trauma or abuse. Protein or vitamin deficiency, in some cases. Punished/emotional neglect by a parent, in some cases.

On the bright side, this is a good placement for an architect, realtor, nuclear power plant engineer/worker, zookeeper, homeless shelter worker, factory worker, volcanologist, meteorologist, nutritionist, bio tech careers, newsreader, magazine/article writer, TV show host, small business owner, carpenter, etc.

Wanna go deeper into the layers of your placements? DM me for a complete astrology reading or a 5 year/8 year marriage report or synastry reading🌙💬 and check out my pinned post for pricing + details 💫💸

Let’s decode your cosmic chaos together ⭐

Part 2 of this post will be about retrograde planets!

[vivalas-vega]

top gun: maverick masterlist

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key: ✩ author’s favorite ♢ angst ♡ fluff ⚤ m/f smut ⚢ f/f smut

JAKE 'HANGMAN' SERESIN

multi-part series:

until next time ♢ ♡ ⚤ (ongoing)

A letter from you to your best friend read by the wrong pilot leads to a new connection and a surprising mail-based friendship.

one / two / three

✩ new perspectives ♢ ♡ ⚤ (ongoing) 

You and Jake Seresin have been inseparable since age ten... somewhere along the way you fell in love and when college and flight school rolls around you have to make the hardest decision of your life.

prologue / one / two / three / four / five / six / seven / eight / nine / ten / eleven / twelve

new perspectives universe one shots + drabbles

match ♡

Jake surprises you at your match day ceremony.

j&j wedding moodboard

easier ♢ ♡ (ongoing)

You secure your first confirmed air-to-air kill on your first mission as team leader... only no one told you how difficult it would be to process and the only person who can understand what you're going through steps in to help.

one / two 

move on ♢ (ongoing)

The love of your life vanishes in the middle of the night leaving you reeling and leaning on the only person you can still trust.

one / two / three

✩ real friends ♢ ♡ (on hiatus)

One day your competitive working relationship with Jake Seresin takes a hit and results in a pact between the two of you that you never saw coming.

one / two / three / four / five / six / seven

shot through the heart ♡ / and you’re to blame ♡ ⚤ / you give love a bad name (mini-series)

Pushed together planning your best friends wedding your forced to notice someone you'd previously overlooked.

one-shots/requests:

✩ flygirl ♡ ⚤ (one-shot)

The Dagger Squad, and more specifically Jake Seresin, decide it's time their favorite bartender experience life in a Super Hornet.

✩ late ♢ ♡

A delayed period forces you to have a conversation you've been putting off with your boyfriend.

mistletoe ♡

Jake comes home to find you amidst a winter wonderland and can't help but fall more in love with you and your spirit.

✩ sunshine ♢ ♡

You and Jake are recalled to Top Gun... only problem? Jake has no idea you're in the Navy.

before he cheats ♡ (request)

While drinking away your breakup at the bar, Jake finds out about your extracurricular activities and steps in.

worry ♢ ♡ (request)

Stressed and overworked, your husband steps in to remind you to take care of yourself before taking care of others.

birdstrike ♢ ♡ (request)

Jake grapples with the thought of losing you after an accident in the air leaves him rattled.

family dinner ♢ ♡ (request)

You and Jake attend dinner with your parents, a diligent homemaker and retired Navy hotshot, and when your parents have their own ideas about your trajectory in life, Jake steps in to stand up for you.

into you ♢ ♡ (request)

Forced to watch the man you want and your best friend getting closer, you push them both away without bothering to clarify the situation.

NATASHA 'PHOENIX' TRACE

boyfriend ⚢ (one-shot)

Phoenix steps in to give you the attention you deserve when your boyfriend spends the night neglecting you.

at your pace ♢ ♡ (request)

Your relationship with Natasha has remained a secret as long as you've been in North Island, until her backseater puts the pieces together and gives her the nudge she needs to come out to her team.

BRADLEY 'ROOSTER' BRADSHAW

firecracker ♢ ♡ (on hiatus)

When you and your childhood best friend are recalled for the same high stakes mission you have to navigate ever-changing relationships along with keeping your familial name a secret.

one / two

✩ longshot ♢ ♡ ⚤

A series of unfortunate events lead you back to your hometown and straight to the professor that's been on your mind ever since you graduated.

one

unexpected ♡ ⚤

An educational trip to the waterfront for Fleet Weeks ends in a handsome naval aviator asking you on a date.

one

DAGGER SQUAD

make the friendship bracelets ♡ (one-shot)

On a whim you decide to surprise the squad with a token of your appreciation.

[thatgentlewife]

Welcome to My Blog!

Hi there, lovely! I’m so glad you’re here. I’m a 20-year-old wife, homemaker, and most importantly, a servant of Jesus Christ. I was blessed to marry my wonderful husband in November 2024, and every day, I strive to honor God by embracing biblical womanhood, nurturing my marriage, and cultivating a home filled with love, warmth, and faith. We want to have a large family, I currently have two babies in heaven. If it’s Gods will we will be blessed with more earth-side babies ❤️

I believe in living a life that reflects God’s perfect design—one of gentleness, purity, and devotion. My heart is set on serving Christ first and foremost, and second to Him, my husband, whom I joyfully submit to as my leader and protector. I cherish the beauty of traditional values, which shape every part of my life—spiritually, emotionally, and physically.

What I Stand For

✨ The Sanctity of Life

This blog is pro-life, because every child is fearfully and wonderfully made by God (Psalm 139:13-16). Life begins at conception, and every baby has a God-given purpose. I believe in supporting women with love, resources, and guidance so that no mother feels alone in choosing life.

✨ The Dangers of Pornography

This blog is anti-porn, because pornography destroys hearts, marriages, and intimacy as God intended it. It turns real love into something selfish and empty, leading to addiction, shame, and broken relationships. I believe in fighting for purity and God-honoring relationships that reflect true, selfless love.

✨ Biblical Marriage & Submission

I believe in God’s design for marriage—a covenant between one man and one woman. As a wife, I embrace submission as a beautiful, biblical calling, trusting my husband’s leadership and honoring him in my words, actions, and heart. Love, respect, and obedience to God’s Word create a strong, joyful, and lasting marriage.

✨ Domestic Discipline

I believe that domestic discipline is a personal choice that should be made mutually and consensually between a husband and wife. While it’s not for everyone, I support a couple’s right to practice it if they believe it strengthens their marriage. When approached with love, respect, and biblical principles, it can provide structure, accountability, and deeper trust. As long as both spouses agree and it is done in a way that honors their relationship, I see it as a valid and beneficial dynamic for those who choose it.

✨ Biblical Womanhood & Femininity

I am passionate about biblical femininity, modesty, and creating a home that reflects Christ’s love. I believe true beauty isn’t just about how we look, but about having a gentle, quiet spirit (1 Peter 3:4). In a world that devalues womanhood, I strive to embrace my role as a wife and future mother with joy and grace.

✨ My Perspective on Feminism

I do not agree with today’s version of feminism, which rejects traditional femininity, submission, and the beauty of God’s design. However, I do believe women should have the right to vote and make choices for themselves. Women are not less valuable than men, but we are beautifully different, and our strengths should be celebrated rather than diminished by a culture that seeks to erase them.

✨ My Beliefs on Gender & Sexuality

I personally do not believe men can become women or that women can become men. I do not agree with the LGBTQ lifestyle, and you will not find me in support of it on this blog. However, I have nothing against those who choose to live this way—you are a valuable human being, just like the rest of us. My belief is simply that marriage was created by God to be between a biological man and a biological woman. If you disagree, this may not be the blog for you.

A Few Things About Me

• I love to cook! (I once dreamed of being a chef, but my heart is too tender for the food industry.)

• Children are my joy! I work in childcare and find so much fulfillment in nurturing little hearts.

• I love reading! (The Phantom Tollbooth is my favorite book!)

• I enjoy poetry, songwriting, and drawing. (I may not be the best artist, but I love creating beauty in every form!)

• I make soap, lotion, and tinctures as I learn more about natural living.

• I strive to be a good, submissive wife and grow in grace, patience, and humility every day.

Why I Started This Blog

Marriage is a journey, and I want to share mine with you—the joys, the lessons, and the ways God is shaping me into a better wife and homemaker. My goal is to encourage other women to embrace biblical womanhood, cherish their marriages, and build homes that reflect God’s love. ❤️

If you value faith, femininity, and the beauty of a God-centered life, you’re in the right place. I pray that this blog blesses and encourages you as we grow together in grace and truth.

With love,

thatgentlewife

[lemonbeemon]

Where I think Miquella’s Followers were from and what their lives were like Pre-Shattering; A Short List

(Disclaimer that this is purely for fun and comprised of headcanons. I do not claim anything below as irl lore.)

Needle-Knight Leda; An orphan, probably from around Leyndell or somewhere on the Altus Plateau. Her life was misfortuned long before she met Miquella and swore herself to knighthood, so she has an unhealthy attachment to her "lord".

Redmane Freyja; A Redmane obviously, but I think her family likely originated from Limgrave. She started her career as a warrior/duelist long before she joined Radahn's army and rose through the ranks quickly due to her experience and prowess.

The Hornsent; We learn about his life a little in the dlc, but I hc him as a very different person pre-Marika and his family's death. A religious man and a homemaker, its no wonder he went insane with grief and hatred. I imagine he was absolutely WHIPPED for his wife and was the sort of dad who lets his kid put him in ridiculous outfits because it makes them happy.

Sir Ansbach; You're TRIPPING if you think this man wasn't a member of Leyndell's high society prior to meeting Mohg. The grace, the class, the educated mentality. This man was likely a noble or wealthy educator of some kind, and I hc that he was the organizer behind most of Mohg's ambitions & early cult years. He taught Mohg to be a leader of class and wit, and Mohg taught him to embrace his bloodlust. In my mind, they were together from the beginning and now Ansbach is alone.

Thiollier; There is a somewhat popular theory that this weak kitten boi is a surviving member of the Shaded Castle. AKA the noble House Marais. And you know what? They're right. Not only is he french-coded, this youthful tarnished was almost certainly wrote to reflect the emotional outcome of child neglect/abuse. Before meeting Saint Trina, it's clear he had little to live for. Like Leda, I hc that his childhood plays a large part in his obsessive personality towards a "savior" figure.

Sir Moore; This sweet pest obviously grew up in the Land of Shadow. I hc that he was in fact born a member of the forager brood & spent his young years exploring old ruins and unearthing unique "treasures" of the Hornsent v. Messmer war. Later, he learned incantations through the Rot to transform himself into a more human appearance and was likely the first to join Leda and Dane when they followed Miquella through the veil. He was always a valued member of the group, and I imagine Leda and Dane were too soft on him to consider killing him in timeline where the Tarnished convinces him to stay out of the final battle.

Dryleaf Dane; A reserved man, he was likely born to somewhere on the Altus Plateau and became a missionary for the Golden Order. He left the Lands Between long ago to spread the word of Marika, and likely went so far West he was in the East once more. I hc that he spent over a decade in the Land of Reeds learning martial arts, and likely only returned to the Lands Between Post-Shattering. Dane gives big "white man goes to Japan to learn how to be a Samurai" energy, the kind from those old movies your dad loves (you know the ones)

[perish-the-creator]

Imagine a big issue Starscream has is the stereotype that seekers are naturally these family orientated and sparkling starved creatures that if pushed just enough even the most stubborn will submit to their "biology".

Despite their ruthless nature, too many stories, fables, and even "scientific articles" deem seekers as the ultimate carrier/homemaker. And that just maybe snagging one as a mate was the path to easy living because unlike others they will dedicate their lives to YOUR well being.

It would hang over his head for eternity. This weird notion that at some point he's supposed to give up this ruling the Decepticon nonsense and settle down to start the effort in repopulating cybertron. Maybe look for a mate (specifically the current leader of the decepticons) and stop being so annoying.

But he won't. Even if he must admit there is a small part of his coding that does tug at the idea. Every so often finding himself daydreaming about having a fleet of little ones tailing behind him. But those daydreams were going to just stay daydreams. He refused the idea overall. Especially not now.

Especially if it was something HE wanted.

[babiebom]

Where they fall in omegaverse Dynamics (stardew edition)

A/N: no i don’t know what’s wrong with me but now we all get to experience the inner workings of my mind :) enjoy OBVIOUSLY KIDS ARE NOT INCLUDED I was gonna do everyone but decided I didn’t know enough about a lot of the characters so only people I know :)this is hella old btw

Tw: sexual mentions, cursing, some insults to certain characters but like that’s not new here.

Genre: shitpost, headcanons

Masterlist

Alpha- top of the hierarchy. Dominant, and usually in charge. Hot heads and breeders.

Abigail- i think she would be an alpha that acts like a beta or omega. No one would actually know she’s an alpha until she loses her temper or goes off scent blockers or something.

Alex- typical dudebro and will be doing the breeding thank you. I feel like he would be a stereotypical alpha like this is a given.

Sebastian- DONT KILL ME PLS this is kinda biased because I know for a fact that I am literally Penny but an actual person and he is the one I am attracted to so naturally I want to put him here. I am probably delusional but I also think he could take charge so hmph.

Shane- can’t see him being bred bc i think he would be doing the breeding. When he takes control of his insecurities and stuff I think he could be super confident and leader like. Just needs to not be depressed.

Pierre- it’s his personality tbh. Like while I desperately do not want him to be in this category based on how much I dislike him, he would go into this category purely because of how he acts. He wants the most money, he’a the “man of the house” and provider, he has a temper he would just be an annoying alpha.

Kent- sexy hawt military man is obviously an alpha. There is no way he is being bred, there is no way he is going to be the homemaker, being an alpha is literally the only thing that makes sense for him.

Mr.Qi - he gives off alpha vibes, no omega or beta could be this confident and mysterious for absolutely no reason other than just being that way idk.

Evelyn - she gives off the vibes that when she and George were younger they were the “it’s fine/HE ASKED FOR NO PICKLES” couple. I think she could whoop somebody’s ass back in the day.

Robin- she is the woman with a business, she is providing, she is building, she is alpha no question about it.

Gunther- it’s the way he tips his hat idk. Also the way he’s just like “oh you don’t have any cool artifacts? Get out of my face then.” Maybe not that mean but like vibes.

Sandy- HAVE YOU SEEN HER? she is alpha, the would never be a beta or omega that is not her style at all sorry.

Marlon- man kills monsters for a living. Like no omega is going to waste time on that or even do that if I’m honest. Leave monster killing to the people who don’t have other things to do.

Pam- she gives off alpha that had their omega leave them vibes and that’s why she’s a crappy mother because it was not supposed to be her job.

Lance- literally a fighter/adventurer. The man protects and attacks he has to be an alpha, there is no way an omega can do this, and due to him being an active adventurer, and him being protective makes him more alpha than beta.

Olivia- an alpha mother that wants her beta son(spoiler) to be more like her. She active in getting money, or at least I think she has stocks. And she’s more ambitious than I think an omega or beta would be.

Andy-is this because he gives off asshole vibes? Mayhaps. He just seems like he’s an alpha whose family left him so he’s bitter at the world. A corpo slave to so where else would he go?

Suki- boss bitch that actually sneaks into the capital(or whatever it is) and steals and gets other people to give her contraband so she can sell it to bitches at a high price for her risking her life. Would never bow down to anyone.

Beta- in the middle simply because they are neither dominant nor submissive. They do not give off smells nor do they have heats or ruts. Basic people tbh.

Emily- she is just vibes. No amount of sex or heats or ruts or pheromones will bother her. She is above that and is too busy making clothes for birds.

Leah- I think she would literally just be middle ground because she gives off those vibes. Also because I think she could possibly end up with either an alpha or omega, it literally doesn’t matter to her.

Maru- she is literally just science. I am sorry but there is no time for breeding and going feral because of heats, she needs to make this robot and she needs to make it now.

Harvey- I also would’ve put him in Omega but since he is a doctor I feel like that means he is a beta. Like I don’t think alpha or omegas would be able to have this job since instincts and stuff are a major part in how they act. Betas would be able to ignore everything else and just work idk.

Clint- doesn’t give omega vibes but definitely is not an alpha. Like not to jump on the Clint hate train, but he gives off angry beta vibes that wishes he was an alpha. He doesn’t have confidence, and he seems like a loser tbh. He probably wishes he was an alpha to get Emily, or even any girl that he likes, but doesn’t realize that she and maybe even the rest don’t really care if he’s an alpha or not so he’s mad for nothing.

Morris- he is literally just a worker bee. No sex, no love, just working and getting to the top and having money. The man is only ruled by money, no amount of good smelling things and sexy prospects will entice him.

Willy- a man who just wants to fish. He also gives off alpha vibes, but I think he is too comfortable to be around and too chill and level headed to be an alpha. Love him.

Magnus- I think he just magically made himself a beta in order to not have any distractions. Was married once, it was a mistake, he impregnated a person that lives in Pelican Town (*cough* Caroline *cough*) and she went back to her husband so he doesn’t want any other distractions. It’s only time for magic and protecting the town.

Linus- cannot be an alpha or omega and be comfortable living alone in a tent. He is just a nature man and it would not make any sense for him to be anything but a beta.

Demetrius- like father like daughter, the only thing that matters is science he just somehow ended up with a hot wife. She is happy being a provider and he is happy doing his science.

Grandpa- I have no idea I refuse to put him under either because it’s either admitting he is fuckable and submissive or dominant and a fucker. Absolutely not.

Lewis- hate him he has baby balls with how he treats Marnie, yeah he’s a leader being mayor, but no true alpha would act like this. He’s an asshole that is making himself seem like an even bigger asshole in an attempt to seem like an alpha.

Victor- is only ambitious about things he cares about, which is similar to the others on this list. Doesn’t wish to really do anything with his life other than what he is passionate about, like bridges.

Susan- all she wants to do is be on her farm as far as I know. I would’ve put her in alpha but she doesn’t give off those vibes she just seems normal? Like she’s able to take charge but won’t if she doesn’t have to?

Omega - definition of submissive and breedable. At the bottom of the hierarchy and their main purpose is to breed and serve the alphas. Sadge.

PENNY- the literal definition of submissive and breedable. Like yes? This is her actual dream? She would love this.

Haley- has the personality of an Alpha but is not one. Just extremely bratty. The right person will make her submit naturally and not just because of her status.

Sam- sweet boy Sam is deffo an omega. Maybe not super submissive but I think that underneath the childishness he would be a good homemaker. Like I think that his relationship with his younger brother shows that he is on the more nurturing side rather than the I have to provide side.

Elliott- Elliott stans don’t hate me. But he gives off worshiper vibes and not the person being worshipped. Maybe it’s his love notes and letters but I think he would do good with an alpha he could serenade all day.

Caroline- I feel like only an omega could deal with Pierre. She always complains about him working all the time and how he behaves but she never does anything about it. Omega behavior.

Jodi- an omega that hates being an omega. She is in charge of child rearing, and is the homemaker but hates it. Wishes she could be a beta and wishes she could’ve waited to get married and have kids. She is so unhappy this is her biology.

George- Evelyn’s bitch. I’m sorry. But like we all know that George is Evelyn’s sub. Idc.

Marnie- the most obvious out of the villagers that isn’t a bachelorette. Like yearns for a family and marriage and romance. She wants it, she needs it, unfortunately attached herself to an asshole.

Gus- yes he is a business man, but all he cares about is feeding everyone and providing a place for them to Hang out. He is an omega that found his calling in serving people instead of having kids and we love him for it.

Sophia- this girl isn’t Alpha at all. Like bffr she’s depressed, shy, and quiet. And her hobby is cosplay. Girl is one hundred percent an omega. Even though she owns her parents company, I think she isn’t like business motivated, only is happy that it’s this company specifically and allows her to garden idk.

Claire- she is different from the others on this list. Because she is motivated, she wants to be an actress and does work and provide for herself. I think though if she met the right person that would provide while she chases her dreams she would like it. Even her hobbies seem soft to me (reading, ballet. )

[solohux]

Hey lottie!! I have been following you since forever and fell out of kylux for a couple years and am just coming back to it now, im so pleased to see you are still killing it!!

Just wondering if you have any recs for recent kylux fics ? Ive barely read any fics since 2021, so am lost on where to begin!! Any big ones?

(Im a sucker for angst if that helps !!!!!)

🐀💖

I've been lingering in the background of the Kylux fandom for some months and, during this time, I've been keeping up with some fic reading so I do have some recent recs for you! And also some of my favourites since 2021!

Rec is beneath the Read More <3

♦ Hold His Broken Pieces by need_more_meta (Violence, Non-Con, Canonverse, 94k words, Complete)

After Pryde discovers the identity of the spy, he decides that killing Hux would be too simple. Instead, Pryde sells Hux to human traffickers and enjoys the thought of what will be done to him. In the midst of horrific abuse inflicted on Hux’s body and mind, he stops thinking about rescue. But rescue comes—in the form of his worst enemy and his greatest love. Will Hux find a way back to himself after everything he’s been through? Will Kylo find a way forward to be the person Hux needs him to be? It’s possible—but it won’t be easy.

No, it won’t be easy at all.

♦ A Happy Wife by basaltdyke (Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings, Canonverse, 64k words, Complete)

You know what they say: a happy wife is a happy life. Caring for three children under four full-time is no small task. Keeping a home in order, while making sure to have dinner ready when his hardworking husband comes home, all while looking effortlessly composed, is easier said than done. Armitage Solo – dutiful wife, mother, and homemaker – is up for the challenge. All is perfectly ordered in his life, until this happy wife discovers his happy life is not what it appears.

♦ How Deep Does The Water Go by need_more_meta (No Warnings, Modern AU, 143k words, Complete)

Special Agent Armitage Hux is determined to take down Kylo Ren, a new star among cyber criminals with his deadly ransomware Dark Side. Then he gets saddled with an independent consultant Ben Solo and nothing goes exactly as planned.

♦ Conceal by Yanyangire (Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings, ABO Canonverse, 330k words, Complete)

Hux has kept the fact that he is an omega hidden since he first presented almost two decades ago. However, when his suppressants suddenly stop working Hux has no choice but to seek out an alpha to spend his heat with otherwise he risks suffering serious damage to his body and possibly even death. Unfortunately for Hux the only alpha he can really turn to is none other than his co-commander, Kylo Ren. And who knows if that insufferable man will even agree to help him out or not.

♦ Hadopelagic by DustOnBothSides (Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings, ABO Canonverse, 33k words, Complete)

After a life of staying pharmaceutically heat-free, Hux has to allow his body to go through at least one natural cycle, lest there be consequences. He takes a shore leave and travels to a former omegan retreat, abandoned and all but forgotten after the fall of Old Republic. Ren, not knowing of Hux's predicament, decides to follow, suspecting treason. He finds something else instead.

♦ That's Not The Future I Want by MegaraLiancourt (Violence, Canonverse, 68k words, Complete)

After the battle of Crait, Kylo Ren has a dream that he believes is premonitory: he sees the destruction of the First Order, absorbed by Palpatine's Last Order, but also his return to the light side of the Force, and then his death. Shocked by these visions, he decides to do everything possible to prevent this future from happening. He then turns to the only ‘ally’ at hand reach: a (very) broken General Hux.

♦ Negative Pressure by JayneSilver (Violence, Canonverse, 58k words, Complete)

General Hux is ordered by Supreme Leader Snoke to retrieve Kylo Ren from Starkiller Base - and of course, Hux always follows orders. But when Kylo Ren damages their shuttle on the way back to the Finalizer and they crashland on an unknown planet, orders become harder to follow.

♦ Under Construction by Kyluxtrashpit (Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings, Canonverse, 58k words, Complete)

When he poured the Force into Rey’s unresponsive body, he was sure he would die. He did it anyway, though, because he knew she deserved to live more than he did. Perhaps this way, he could at least do one thing that was right. But the man that had once been Ben Solo and Kylo Ren, and was now somehow both yet neither, did not die. Instead, he gifted her his power with the Force and lost his own connection completely, leaving him even more lost and empty than ever before.

♦ The Lies Still Ring by wishonadarkstar (No Warnings, ABO Canonverse with mpreg, 41k words, Complete)

Finding out he was pregnant by one of the least intolerable alphas in his acquaintance should have been a relief for Hux, who has had to scratch and scrabble for every crumb of power he has. It's too bad, then, that Kylo Ren is a monster. The fact of the matter is that Hux will do anything it takes to survive.

♦ I say your name over and over again by Antisceptic (No Warnings, Canonverse, 17k words, Complete)

Snoke made sure Ren and Hux were as far away from each other as possible. It shouldn’t matter, but Ren is obsessed and Hux needs something only Ren can give him. It’s difficult and none of your fucking buisness, thanks.

♦ Emotional Support Cat by notlikelybutpossible (No Warnings, Canonverse, 15k words, Complete)

Kylo Ren wasn't expecting to form a bond with Millicent, his irritating co-commander's cat. But to be fair, if anyone on the Finalizer needs an emotional support animal, it's him...

♦ These Rhinestone Eyes by Pizzaslut (No Warnings, Modern AU with Strip Clubs, 15k words, Complete)

Armitage Hux couldn't pinpoint when his primary source of comfort had become his own reflection staring back at him from a glossy stage floor. Even now, as he tipped his face towards the shiny floor he had stood on not two seconds ago while he twirled upside down by the sheer power of his thighs holding him up on the pole, Hux knew this was infinitely a thousand times better than the sight that would greet him if he looked up.

♦ Bloodied Hands by OneWhoSitsWithTurtles (No Warnings, Canonverse, 1.8k words, Complete)

After a mission gone wrong, Kylo does the only thing he's good at: destruction. Yet as he rains down attacks on First Order equipment, his lightsaber becomes unstable and damages his hands. Even the pain and blood aren't enough to quiet the hateful voices raging in his head. Silence only comes when Hux grasps Kylo's bloodied hands and tells him it will be alright.

♦ Chew Toy by NylonRabbit (Chose Not TO Use Archive Warnings, Canonverse, 2.9k words, Complete)

Terrified of his pending execution at the hands of Snoke, Hux pleads for Ren to save him…

♦ Dreamscapes by JayneSilver (Violence, Canonverse, 17k words, Complete)

Dreams are treacherous places. Kylo Ren loses his place in his sleep, then finds his way.

♦ Stargazing by Kittens (No Warnings, Fantasy AU, 102k words, Complete)

Brendol has arranged to marry Armitage off to his own benefit. Armitage has no idea who he is to marry, but he is certain they will be just as terrible as Brendol. But there's a lot he doesn't know about his new husband. He only needs to give him a chance.

♦ The Only Hell I Know Is Without You by Aethir (Violence, Canonverse, 60k words, Complete)

After crash-landing on a mysterious planet, Hux and Kylo find themselves stranded in an arena of death and destruction. They must survive the wilderness together; they must survive captivity together. Beholden to the whims of a sadistic Overseer, both of them face two very different battles, one of wills, and one of blood and bone. It’s made worse by the Overseer’s hatred of Hux, and by Kylo’s deteriorating hold on his sanity as he’s cut off from the Force. As each day passes their chances of escape dwindle, but they will not be deterred. They will bleed. They will fight. They will destroy. But ultimately, they will win.

[ask-postcrash-curly]

heeeyyyyy Big C… yknow I love you and I care for you, right? Because the next part you may not like that much…

ahem.

omegaverse is an alternate universe where people have secondary genders, alphas, betas, and omegas. And despite what ting’s friends say… IM NOT A FUCKING OMEGA IM AN ALPHA IM NOT SUBMISSIVE AND BREEDABLE STOP TRYING TO TOUCH ME WITH YOUR KNOT OH MY GOD. Huh. That was odd. Oh well! Anyways, betas are the closest to regular humans. No distinct scents or pheromones and they can’t really detect them either. Alphas and omegas are a different case: basically meant for interbreeding with certain behaviors correlating with said secondary gender. Alphas are leader and more dominant while omegas are— *reads smudged handwriting* …submissive…. And… breedable like t— who the hell wrote this script? Whatever. Never mind that. Omegas are typically at the bottom of the social latter, meant to be homemakers and child bearers. What fun! There are also tertiary genders but those mainly just mark behaviors and I don’t see them that often.

both men and women can be any of the secondary genders— though whenever I see omega women I get oddly upset because i wanted to see women pregnant id look for a modern Au or whatever— but anyways. Omegas can get preggers regardless if they’re male or females and alphas can impregnate regardless if they’re male or female. Alphas actually have a knot in their pp which swells to help with impregnation! Alphas go through ruts and omegas go through heats which make their pheromones go whoooooo through the roofs and all like desperate to touch holes or whatever. During this time, omegas produce more slick and they’re a lot more fertile, especially the male ones where I see in some variations, only able to be mpregged at this time. Alpha women also can’t get preggers by the way they can only impregnate.

in omegaverse, they have certain mating rituals. Nesting, scenting, and the big one… mating bites! You see, omegas and alphas both have scent glands at the back of their necks! They use it to attract mates (obviously) and whenever they do, they do a special bite over the glands to signify: hey!! We’re together!!! Fuck off! Which also masks their scents from others. If they haven’t mated yet, there’s scenting, which can be done platonically or romantically! It can be done to romantic partners or pups to show ownership and protection. And then there’s nesting: omegas nest during heats or what not to help prepare for pups and their own comfort! Usually they use blankets, pillows, and belongings from the people they’re close to.

okay, I think I covered most of it! Thanks for listening Big C!

also the ponies are fucking human because that’s them from another universe and also they needed marketable dolls.

Hey, Ting. That's a terrifying introduction, but go on.

...

What?

What is the point of any of this?? Is this not just sexism with extra steps??? I'm— Look, I'm an adult. I have nothing against kink. But this is— this is way too thought out, what the fuck?? Tell me this isn't another universe I have to be worrying about. Meant to be homemakers and childbearers. Again, with feeling, what the fuck?!!

...Anyway! The song's nice, so thank you for that.

Ah. Of course.

[hyperfixation-fix]

Ok I'm sure this is going to go on my list of Percy Jackson Things to Write/Film Essays On but

How did Rick fuck up his representation of the Aphrodite Cabin (especially Piper) so badly?

Rick has shown us that he can do strong female characters. He's given us characters like Reyna and Annabeth, who kick ass in battle and are strong, confident leaders. And he's also given us characters like Rachel and Hazel, who are artists and lovers but also kick ass when they have to. Ok, so maybe Rick just can't write female characters who aren't fighters?

But the thing is, he can. He's shown us that he can write strong female characters who are traditionally feminine. An excellent example of this is Sally Jackson. Her strength lies largely in her femininity, her motherhood. She has raised one of the strongest and most formidable demigods of all time, and yet she isn't a fighter at all. Her role in Percy's life, in the story, is to play that traditionally feminine role of being a mother, a caregiver and a homemaker. And the narrative doesn't look down on this once. Sally Jackson is a safe harbour for more than one demigod and this plays a vital role in the plot. In fact, the biggest scumbag of the books is her ex husband Gabe, who is explicitly seen both abusing Sally's femininity for his own benefit and looking down on her for it.

SO WHY DOES RICK STILL FAIL TO PORTRAY THE APHRODITE KIDS AS COMPLEX, INTERESTING CHARACTERS?????

God, now I have to write an essay on this.

[lunaflowers]

Okay! 💓Could you write something about married couple and s/o wants a baby so bad. But baekhyun is not ready or confused idk. He doesn't want it for now. Reader is really disappointed and sad. She loves babies so much and can't wait have one. But baekhyun's reaction (angry or annoying) is made her angry/sad. A big fight but a happy end please. 🥺🥺 (maybe some tears too)

If it is not okay for you then no problem! 🌼

Thank you 💓

Hope you like this, anon 💖 Pairing: Byun Baekhyun x Reader Word Count: 1.7k Genre: Angst and Fluff Warnings: None that I can think of

The evening had been lovely. You and your husband, Baekhyun, had spent it strolling through the tree lined park near your home. It was verging on autumn and there was a slight chill in the air, but the full cold of fall hadn’t hit yet. The sun had almost completely set but it wasn’t fully dark yet. You two were holding hands and chatting about how your days had been. 

You were recently unemployed, having left your job as a nurse due to increasing stress and anxiety. Currently, you were playing full time homemaker so that meant you were home alone all day while Baekhyun was at work at a consultancy firm. The days were long but fulfilling. You tried your best to keep yourself occupied, trying new recipes, as well as arts and crafts, reading and writing and regular exercise. The break was nice and it had you contemplating what you really wanted to do with your life, where your true priorities lay.

“Actually, I wanted to talk to you about something,” you said. Baekhyun had just finished telling you about a new project he was taking on at work, and all the responsibilities that were going to come along with it. He loved his job but you knew how demanding it could be, keeping him at the office for long hours. Thankfully he was paid generously for his hard work.

“What is it?” He looked at you and squeezed your hand a little. 

“Well, I was thinking since I’m home now and we’re settled, it might be the perfect time to start trying for a baby. We finally have the time and space for it.”

Baekhyun snorted. “Right. Very funny.”

He kept on walking beside you. You didn’t know what you expected his reaction to be but it certainly wasn’t that. Why would he think you were joking about something like this? “I’m being serious, Baek. Let’s start a family.” 

Baekhyun said nothing for a few moments and you waited in tense silence, listening to the gravel crunching under your shoes. This conversation was already not going the way you had anticipated.

“YN, babe, I’ve just spent the last ten minutes telling you about the new client and how I’m project leader and all the extra hours of work I’m going to be taking on and you come back with this?”

“I’m not saying it’s going to be easy. And I know how hard you’re working and I appreciate it so much, especially now. But this is important too.”

Baekhyun scoffed and you felt hurt. “It’s out of the question,” he said, his tone one of finality. 

“What? We can’t even talk about it?”

“There’s nothing to talk about. There’s no way we can have a baby right now.” He was dismissing you and you felt enraged all of a sudden.

You pulled your hand out of his. “Why are you being so cold?” You had to work to keep your voice even. You weren’t trying to make a scene, there were couples, families, children milling about the place enjoying the evening and you didn’t need to be the story they talked about as they got home.

“I’m not doing this here,” he said, testily. 

Annoyed, you began walking ahead of him, back towards the home you shared. You arrived and Baekhyun followed soon after, a look of irritation on his face. “You’re being childish leaving me behind like that.”

“I’m childish? You won’t even talk to me!” 

“I told you what I thought.”

“No, you made a decision for the both of us and then acted like I was the unreasonable one for having an issue with that. Do you not want to have kids with me?”

“All I said was not now,” he said, his teeth gritted. He was angry, a rare sight, and seeing him angry only made you more angry.

“What do you mean, not now? We’re both in our thirties, Baek! It’s not like we’re in our early twenties anymore with all the time in the world to wait. It only gets harder the older you get.”

“So what? If it doesn’t happen, it doesn’t happen,” Baekhyun shot back and your jaw dropped.

“Are you fucking kidding me right now? I’ve always said I’ve wanted kids. You know this. You said you wanted them too when we got married. And now this? What the fuck, Baekhyun?”

“Don’t you get it, YN? I have enough going on right now as it is. Work is insane, I’m having to work longer and longer hours, take on all these new responsibilities. You quit your job so I have to keep everything afloat financially all by myself. And now you want this?”

Your eyes widened, tears filling them at his words. It felt like he’d slapped you. He’d never made you feel guilty for not working. When you left your job, Baekhyun had been nothing but kind and supportive, telling you that he had everything handled and that you should take your time to decide when and even if you wanted to return to work, that you had nothing to worry about.

The hurt on your face made Baekhyun soften. He tried to walk back his statement, “I didn’t mean it like that… I just meant-”

“Forget it. Just forget I said anything. I’m going to bed,” you said, your voice even. You turned to and began walking down the hallway. You heard your husband calling for your attention but you ignored him. After you had washed up, you got in bed and began to cry silent tears alone. How had it all gone so wrong?

Baekhyun entered the bedroom about an hour later. You closed your eyes as he came in, pretending to be asleep on your tear soaked pillowcase. You were in no mood to talk to him right now.

“YN,” you heard him say from behind you. You pretended you didn’t hear him, staying as still as you could, hoping he would think you were asleep and leave you alone. No such luck. When Baekhyun wanted to talk, he was relentless about it.

“YN, come on…” he said, approaching you from behind. “I know you’re not asleep.” He put his hand on your shoulder and jiggled you lightly.

You turned onto your back and looked up at him with swollen eyes and lips. It was clear that you had been crying this whole time and that broke his heart. He hated seeing you cry more than anything.

“Baby, don’t cry,” Baekhyun said softly. He produced a bouquet of sad looking carnations from behind his back and held it out to you. “Sorry, I know they’re not great but I got them at the gas station. They’re all I could get at this time of night.”

You sat up against the headboard of your bed and said nothing, but you took the bouquet in your hand, fingering the petals of the flowers.

Baekhyun sat down beside you facing you. “I want to apologize for what I said earlier. I never meant to make it sound like I blame you for any stress I’m feeling. And I love having you not work to be honest. I love the fact that you’re always there when I come home, that we get to spend so much more time together.”

You put the flowers down beside you and took his hand in yours. “I appreciate that.” You gave him a sad smile. It obviously didn’t heal your heart but you appreciated his effort in trying to comfort you. Baekhyun was the only man you’d ever been with who actually gave a shit if you cried. 

“I’m sorry too. I know you’ve been under a lot of pressure at work and you’ve been so amazing and patient with me. I should’ve brought it up at another time.”

“No. The thing is… you’re actually right. It is something we should be talking about. We’re not getting younger. I just…” He trailed off.

You leaned forward and put a hand on his cheek, stroking it gently. “Talk to me, baby.”

“I’m scared shitless. The idea of being a father fucking terrifies me. Being responsible for a human life. Making sure he or she grows up and is healthy and happy and all the good things. How the fuck am I supposed to do that? What if I fuck it all up?”

You almost giggled but you held it back. You definitely didn’t want to demean Baekhyun’s feelings but the fact that he even thought for a second he might not be a good father was just so ludicrous. He was the most kind and loving person you’d ever met. Any child would be lucky to have him as a father.

“Baekhyun… It’s normal to be scared about being a parent. I am too. But we can’t let it paralyze us.”

Baekhyun sighed, “I know but… It’s a life, you know? It’s forever. It’s not something we can try out for a few months and then decide to get rid of it if we don’t want it.”

“You’re right. But like… I think it’s one of those things where you just have to dive right in. Delaying this forever isn’t going to help.”

He looked up at you with his Bambi eyes and you looked back at him. He looked so young and sweet faced, he definitely didn’t look like a man in his thirties. But he looked tired. Maybe you’d been too preoccupied with what you wanted that you hadn’t realised sometimes he needed you to build up his confidence the way he always did yours.

“Baekhyun, you’re going to be the most amazing father. I’m sure of it. You’re so filled with love and so patient and smart and gentle. Not to mention your child-like spirit.”

He laughed at that, and you smiled.

“Besides, we’re going to be doing it together. It’s a team effort. We can lean on each other like we always do.”

Baekhyun leaned forward and kissed you on the lips. “I like the sound of that.” He pulled you closer to him and wrapped his arms around you. The warmth of his body was so comforting and you leaned into him, breathing in his familiar scent. “So, we’re really going to have a baby, hmm?” He said, softly.

“I mean, we’re going to try.”

“Trying sounds fun. Let’s try right now,” Baekhyun said, kissing you again.

[snortoborto]

Hey gang, I made a little drawing of the Curtis bros as ponies. (yes they're all earth ponies because I associate them with the apple siblings.) Cutie mark explanations UNDER CUT!

Darry's cutie mark is like three circles (yes three, because of him and his two bros) because circles sort of represent protection, behind a home. The whole thing symbolizes stability and protection. He's the rock of his family as the oldest sibling and also as the leader of the gang, protecting and looking out for everyone. He didn't fully understand his cutie mark until his parents died and he had to provide a stable home for his brothers. I think the events of the book really taught him what his role and cutie mark are all about, encouraging him to be a better homemaker for his brothers, especially ponyboy. He cares a lot about making sure his family is stable and safe. I also chose a house not just because "its a home" but also because yk, he rooves houses. He literally makes homes safer, like, as his job idk. I also kind of like the idea that Darry was the only one of the brothers to initially be kind of disappointed with his cutie mark because he wanted something that symbolized his athletic abilities.

Sodapop's cutie mark is a heart with a bandage on it and a wrench behind it because he's a fixer and mediator. He cares about mending conflict and misunderstanding between him and his brothers, but also between people in general. For soda, it's never too late to fix a relationship, as long as you lead with love. Also, just more practically, he loves to fix things. I mean, he's a mechanic in the book, but ponies don't have cars, so I think he fixes other things. I think soda is the only sibling who has never really had all that much trouble understanding his cutie mark, both practically and emotionally/symbolically.

Ponyboy's cutie mark is sort of the most complex, and I like to think that instead of having just turned 14, if the story were set in equestria, he would've just gotten his cutie mark a couple months before the events of the book. Pony's is essentially a sun with like little swirls and clouds. It symbolizes his evergreen creativity and thoughtful and empathetic nature. The sun's rays are sort of like his burst of creativity, with the little swirls inside symbolizing like, people's different lives and experiences. The two separated clouds are sort of meant to represent a separation between people, but the swirls within the sun are still connected into one line, which actually forms the shape of the sun. Idk is hard to describe, but I want it to show how ponyboy is interested in the lives of people and extends empathy to them, and that's what inspires his creativity, the separate, yet identical aspects of the human (pony) expirence. Ponyboy hasn't even begun to really understand what his cutie mark means, but his journey throughout the book helps him understand. In part, via his friendship with Cherry.

By the end of his story, I think he is starting to realize that his characteristic empathy could really help him understand and forgive Darry, and he adopts a more empathetic view of his brother. Both Pony and Darry are working on understanding and embodying the aspects of their cutie marks and talents, implementing them into their relationship with each other.

[thatgentlewife]

The Value of Being a Homemaker, Mother, and Wife

Today, I was struck by a message that said being a homemaker, a mother, and a wife is “useless.” It’s easy to feel hurt or even defensive when your life’s work and calling are dismissed like that. But instead of reacting with anger, I want to approach this sentiment with empathy.

In our world, it’s common to measure value by the size of a paycheck or the title on a business card. Many people genuinely don’t see the unseen work done by wives and mothers as important because it doesn’t fit into these molds. I understand how someone might come to this conclusion if they’ve never been shown the beauty and worth of these roles.

But let me tell you what I see: being a homemaker, mother, and wife isn’t just a job—it’s a ministry. It’s about creating a safe and loving environment where a family can thrive.

For children, it means having a stable, nurturing foundation where they are taught love, kindness, respect, and discipline. It means having someone to listen, someone to guide, and someone to cheer them on. Children who grow up in homes where they feel safe and loved often grow into adults who are emotionally secure and equipped to contribute positively to society.

For husbands, having a wife who values her role as a homemaker can mean coming home to a place of peace and support after facing the challenges of the outside world. It fosters unity in marriage, reminding both spouses that their partnership is about more than just financial success—it’s about building a life together that glorifies God.

And for society? Homemakers and mothers shape the future. They raise the next generation of leaders, thinkers, and caretakers. They create homes that serve as sanctuaries, not just for their families but for neighbors, friends, and anyone in need.

This work might not earn applause from the world, but its value is immeasurable in God’s eyes. Proverbs 31:27 says, “She watches over the affairs of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness.” This scripture reminds us that this role is active, meaningful, and deeply respected.

So, to anyone who has ever felt like their role as a homemaker, mother, or wife is undervalued: take heart. You are shaping lives, building legacies, and glorifying God in the process. Society may not always recognize the importance of this work, but it is essential, holy, and worthy.

Let’s keep celebrating the beauty of this calling and encouraging each other to embrace it with love and joy.

Kindly,

Thatgentlewife

[revelforevermore]

When The Ghouls Play Minecraft

Prompt: The ghouls playing survival mode in Minecraft.

Notes: This is a random prompt, but one that has been living in my mind for a bit. Enjoy!

Aether: He’s a simple ghoul. He likes to play the traditional way and his goal is to build a boat, a fishing pole, and spend his days in the Minecraft world fishing. Of course, peace is not an option, and the others will sneak attack him in the water. He tamed one wolf into a dog that follows him around; his dog is the ONLY thing Dew won’t mess with.

Dew/Sodo: He immediately seeks out an Enderman to square up—even if he has no weapons. He fears nothing; when everyone else is trying to sleep, he’s out playing assassin so everyone playing the game with him has to wait ten minutes until sunrise or brave the outside world at night. He likes to shoot Aether’s avatar with arrows. Him and Swiss have the highest death count because they take each other out all the time. He doesn’t build a single thing in the game. He’s the one who tries fighting the ender dragon. Also stakes out every village he can find, pillages them, and burns them to the ground—unless he feels like he can be their new leader.

Swiss: He’s fun to play with, but do NOT let him build anything. He was once in charge of building a bedroom and he managed to get the whole house burnt down (the game auto saved right after the mistake was caught). He usually tags along with Dew and they fight off all the things trying to kill everyone. He likes fighting the Creepers since they go boom. Everyone dreaded the day he discovered how to make TNT; the lawn around the houses they built are covered in craters. He makes the excuse he’s helping the others to find mines.

Mountain: He’s the potions expert and he’s the one who makes a lot of the weaponry and armor for everyone. He took care of the ghoulettes first in weaponry which pissed off Dew, but once he gave him a magic sword he shut up. He’ll help with other tasks as needed; he’s often taken on mining escapades since he’s so good at finding precious items. He likes crafting things and he’s made iron giants for each of the players. His iron giant regularly tries to kill Dew. 

Rain: He’s a little homemaker in the game. He focuses on building their shelters and relies on the others to gather materials for them all. He makes all the food and sources the coal for them. His favorite thing to do in the game is tame the wolves into dogs; so far, he has 11 that follow him around all day and help him hunt down animals. He's working on getting a whole farm organized. He has a pet zombie, too. 

Phantom: He’s a miner; he never carries much on his character since he dies so frequently. He severely underestimates his life force and how far of a drop things are. He throws himself around and moves so fast that his screen is dizzying. He likes finding the witch shacks and fighting the witches. He’ll follow Dew and Swiss around since when either dies, he can collect their supplies as his own. Rarely gives them back. Somehow, he manages to build a portal to the Nether world. He likes the ghasts. Regularly tries to summon Herobrine. He summoned a Wither before anyone was ready once and completely fucked up everyone’s day. 

Cumulus: She picks flowers most of the time or just wanders around; she’s always on the hunt for the best landscape views in the game. She wants a house built on top of a mountain no matter what anyone says, and manages to convince the others to help her. The creatures at night spook her so she’s always hiding or trying to sleep during that time. She’s trying to tame an ocelot locked in her room so she can have a cat.

Cirrus: She collects building materials for the others, while also acting as muscle. She does what Dew thinks he does: she protects the others while collecting materials for them to use. She likes exploring the map to look for random buildings to explore or the temples. She’s a regular Indiana Jones.

Sunshine: While Rain constructs the buildings, Sunshine does the decorating for them. She browses SO MANY forums looking for decoration ideas; so far, they have complete bathrooms, a proper kitchen, and even an aquarium. She also created the gardens so they could have other food sources and she tends to it alone.

Aurora: She’s a total horse girl and focuses her mission on getting one. She managed to get one and rides it everywhere; she would ride it into the houses if she was allowed. Besides that, she likes to mine with Phantom and is the first one to find Diamond. She’s one that will brave the dark to go fight the villains, and she likes messing with the the zombies before taking them out. 

[megjameswrites]

scared little boy

Daryl Dixon characterization piece

Setting: Alexandria-era

CW: self-harm, depression, grief, loss, suicidal thoughts

Daryl knew Rick leaned on him. Depended on him. They all did. Ever since the farm fell, since Shane died and they’d been on the road, it had been him Rick had turned to for support. Him the group looked to for food, shelter, water. He’d been raised a survivor and now more than ever they needed that.

But he hated it. Every time Rick turned to him, that question in his eyes; every time one of them yelled his name in fear because of some threat; every grateful look when he came up with a squirrel or rabbit or something else barely edible but better than nothing-

He hated it.

They depended on him. No one should depend on him. He wasn’t shit. His daddy’d made sure he knew that.

Inside, Daryl was still that scared little boy who’d taken a swing from a fist the day before he started school. He was the same teenager who’d dropped out of high school with scars on his back and a bad attitude, the same twenty-something who’d made a career of fishing his brother out of bars and jails and all kinds of trouble. He wasn’t someone who saved people. Who helped a leader.

He was white trash, born and bred. He was a no-good nothing who'd never amount to nothing, and he knew it, deep down inside where he didn't like to look.

It was why he hated this place so much, these fancy-ass houses behind their big wall. These people looking at him like he was a fuckin' alien, or only a step up from a walker himself. Carol wanted him to try; to take a shower- because that was a priority now, with the damn world ended and all- and make small talk and look for a goddamn pasta maker.

He'd heard all about it from Rick and the others, after the party.

He liked Aaron and Eric well enough, and the bike he'd make from parts in their garage. He liked that they were just a little on the outisde, too, like he always felt, and that they didn't make him be something other than what he was while he was with them. They were like Rick in that way, like Carol used to be until they'd gotten here and she'd turned into Susie fuckin' Homemaker with that fake-ass smile and a recipe for acorn cookies.

He was just a scared little boy inside, he thought with disgust as he stared at the shower. A scared, worthless nothing, too afraid of what he'd lose if he stayed inside these walls and with these people. And instead of facing that bullshit, he stood here staring at a spray of hot water and a bar of soap, and couldn't bring himself to step inside.

The scars on his back burned, a residual pain that made him shift his shoulders in discomfort and uncertainty. It wasn't like he hadn't fuckin' gotten a damn shower before, already. But he'd done this same shit then, and now he was doing it again. He shifted from staring at the water to staring at himself in the mirror, wondering when he'd turned into such a fucking coward that a little water and the opinion of some lucky bastards who couldn't even keep themselves alive without help scared the shit out of him.

He hated the way they looked at him. He hated the way Rick looked at him, too, these days; like he was needed. Rick was his brother, more than his own brother had been probably ever, but if he turned to Daryl with a question on his lips and a need in his eyes for someone to help him figure it all out, Daryl might shoot him between the eyes with his crossbow.

Or maybe he'd just shoot himself. Yeah, he'd do that instead.

With the water running in the background, he flicked the lighter Aaron had given him to life, putting the small flame to the end of a cigarette. He stepped into the water, cigarette between his lips, and let it flow over the tight, still-burning scars. He took a long drag and stared at the embers on the end of the paper, then pressed it against the soft, tender skin between his thumb and his forefinger.

The flame went out, and there was a new spot of flaring pain on his hand. Daryl carefully set the cigarette on the sink outside the shower and grabbed at the bar of soap, focusing on the way his hand felt.

It kept the image of Beth's eyes, in the woods after the prison fell, out of his head. It kept the image of her body falling away, too.

She'd looked to him, like Rick did. Like all these lucky bastards here behind their wall did. Like he could save her, like she was safe with him around.

But she'd died, and there'd been nothing he could do about it. Like Merle had died, like Beth's old man Hershel had died, like so many of them since he and Merle had rolled up to the camp in the quarry and told each other they'd rob the place blind and move on.

But they hadn't, and Daryl had become someone, for a time. Someone more than a scared little boy. Someone who could be relied on, who came through. He'd gotten the medicine, when everyone got sick. He'd gotten it back and saved as many as they could.

And he'd stopped looking for the fuckin' Governor, and lost the place, and lost Beth. Lost any reason for anyone to look at him as a leader. As more than a scared, scarred little boy.

He turned off the water and reached for the lighter and the cigarette again.

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Hashirama giving Madara his sister for peace:

Warnings: 18+ only, everyone is above 18, non-con themes, Incestuous relationship, grooming/predatory behavior, gang r*ape scenario, mentions of blood, forced impregnation, Female reader, dark content, do not like - do not read!

During the warring states period, negotiations for peace between the Uchiha and Senju were quickly deteriorating after the recent death of Izuna. The Uchiha demanded revenge for the brother of their leader, yet the loss of life and drastic drop in birth rates due to war has endangered the prestigious clan to becoming near extinct. With fertile women diminishing and the survival of the Uchiha doomed to almost certain death, the Senju would offer a treaty of peace brokered by Hashirama in order to preserve both clans. The contract would offer Hashirama’s own blood, his youngest sister, as a token for peace between the feuding clans. The contract would state that once the Senju woman was impregnated with the seed of an Uchiha then the two clans would be bonded by blood to bring peace. Hashirama offering his own sister to Madara would be the ultimate sign of trust and satisfies the Uchiha hunger for revenge of Izuna’s death. However, while Hashirama proposed this idea and the Elders approved of the contract - the Senju brothers still do not want their youngest and only sister to be used as a catalyst for retribution. It would be arranged that Hashirama will observe the rape of his sister in order to ensure her safety and the completion of the ceremony. After the ceremony, she will not be allowed back into her brothers home and must birth the new generation of Uchiha and Senju blooded children to ensure peace.

The partnership was celebrated by the newly formed Konoha and those who praised the transaction between the Uchiha and Senju. The ceremony of exchanging the bride from Hashirama to Madara would be widely celebrated with feasts planned in accordance. Everyone is already asking when the breeding will take place so that Madara’s virile seed will soon be planted in the bride’s fertile womb to ensure a successful pregnancy. The entire success of the peace treaty relies on the breeding of Hashirama’s sister. Weeks beforehand the young bride would be given fertility drugs in her tea and lavish foods in attempt to make her plump for carrying children. During the ceremony, people are praising the bride for taking on the honor to birth the mixed blood of Senju and Uchiha. While everyone pampers the young bride, exchanged words between Hashirama and Madara are whispered behind her back. Once the Elders declare the ceremony almost finished, it would be time to sweep up the young girl and take her to a reclusive area that was prepared in advance for the breeding. Hashirama comes along with his sister, cooing into her ear words of encouragement that everything will be okay. He would be lying if he did not admit that this entire ceremony has made him aroused - deep down wanting to be the one to impregnate the youngest Senju girl. Since an early age, Hashirama has desired his sister - even planning to marry her had the treaty not existed. However, he is willing to share his sister with his childhood friend for the sake of Konoha. Madara, on the other hand, has been eager to breed the girl since meeting her for the first time as children. His cock swells and balls ache at the thought of soon making her into his little housewife. She is the perfect wife - submissive, beautiful and trained since birth to be a homemaker.

The anticipation of spearing the young bride on his cock has Madara acting swiftly. His hands tear her silk kimono into tresses as his crimson eyes eagerly drink in the sight of the mousy girl. Hashirama has resigned himself to a chair in the corner of the room to observe the scene, his eyes never straying away from his baby sister. The observance of her assault is essential in order to ensure she is properly bred. The poor girl is unsure of what to do but luckily with her big brother in the room to orchestrate. She easily follows his orders and allows Madara to push her onto the plush bed. Being the youngest Senju sibling has led to years of Hashirama checking his sisters small pussy for signs of assault. Easily the Uchiha spreads her satin soft thighs apart, sucking in a breath at the sight of her swollen pussy and untouched hymen just waiting to be ruined. Hashirama, on the other hand, is practicing self restraint at the sight before him. His best friend about to devour his sister, one of his darkest fantasies about to come alive. Madara does not like noisy women and demands she keep her bubbling cries and whimpers to a minimum, now is the time to breed only. Without any preparation from the Uchiha, he takes his erect cock in hand and pushes his tip against her virginal hole. The wail from the young girl as her hole is violated causes Hashirama to pull out his fully erect cock and stroke himself to the rhythm of Madara’s thrusts. His mind is reeling and emotions seething at his young precious sister being raped by his best friend, but he can’t stop fucking his own fist. Madara is no better, his cock is being constricted like a vice and virginal blood coats his dick as he cruelly takes his new bride. The purpose is to breed, her pleasure is not important. However, Hashirama can no longer be the third wheel in this important ceremony. He rises from his seat and makes way to his poor, dear sister. Her face is coated in tears and lips trembling as she begs for help from her older brother. It almost breaks his heart at the sight of his sister begging for nii-chan’s help, but he knows this is necessary. With words of love spilling from Hashirama, he points his cock towards her trembling lips to ask for entrance. The poor bride is completely devastated that her older brother, once her protector, is now forcing his cock inside her cheeks and into her throat.

Madara is almost perplexed at the sight of Hashirama throat fucking his own younger sister, but he can’t deny that it makes his cock throb at the sight. Hashirama is begging for his sisters forgiveness as he fucks into her throat without self restraint. With the visual of his new bride’s mouth being assaulted, Madara pushes her thighs closely to her chest in a mating press. He needs to cum quickly in order to impregnate her before Hashirama changes his mind. Sounds of quiet sobs and glucking on cock resonates inside the room as the poor bride is pushed and pulled between the two men she once felt safe with. The older men look at each other as they reach their end quickly, a silent threat and promise to each other. Without restraint Madara empties his load into the broken bride, Hashirama quickly following by bestowing his own cum into her throat straight to her belly. The ceremony is complete with no chances of the young girl not being pregnant. With gentle kisses from Hashirama, he praises his sister for allowing him to love her in this way and claims he is proud of her. Madara cuts the loving moment short by carrying his new bride home where he plans to shape her into becoming his perfect little housewife. Soon enough the young wife will be heavily pregnant with the blood of Uchiha and Senju mixing together to create a new generation of strong shinobi. It would be no surprise that the pregnancy would be extremely successful, Senju women being known for their fertility. Hashirama wonders if it would be so bad if he impregnated his sister as well.