#I revised a lot of things for this yuu

[rikmonvee]

kyoudai

just my malleyuu bros

[ashensgrotto]

Weren't You Aware, Angelfish?

Characters: Yandere!Azul x GN! Reader

Summary: You think it's a game, but it's much more than that…

Word Count: 3k

Author's Notes: A little background on this one; I actually really got into the Octavinelle Trio when the Little Mermaid event (which ran during third week of May in 2023) was going on following the live action film being released in theaters. At the time, I was also about midway through the "Merchant of the Depths" and was laughing at myself for the irony of participating in an event that matched the story I was reading. And I even received Azul’s SSR dorm card in the mirror summoning as well. 

Either way, I had come across a few head cannons and short stories of if the characters were actually aware of themselves being in a game and thought I'd take my own spin on it with Azul (I know there's a lot of these ones for this character - but you have to admit, the guy's got style).

Warnings: Obsession/manipulative behaviors, some bullying elements, self-aware

***This one is a softer Yandere than what I've done recently***

***

"Oh, hey guys."

Azul blinked in surprise as a pair of (e/c) eyes peered out at him and the twins from under strands of (h/c).

It was the Ramshackle dorm prefect - and yet it wasn't.

Azul knew that he, among many others, were mere characters in a game called "Twisted Wonderland" - a battle simulation game that followed the stories of seven famous villains from a strange land called "Disney." The main character of the game was a character by the name of "Yuu," but each player had selected to choose a different name for their character depending upon their preferences and personalities - though Azul could never be certain if it was their real name or not.

This one just happened to go by the name (Y/C).

(Y/C) had appeared before them around a month ago, Azul had remembered a droning voice on speakers as the player before them shifted on a seat of metal, thier eyes looking towards the screen then away again before they closed the game. The other characters had been confused by it - usually a player would stay for a bit and work on the stories or do lessons when they first started. (Y/C), however, was shifty and nervous - they reminded Azul of a mouse that scuttled across the floors of the Ramshackle dorm, constantly stopping and looking around before continuing on its way. 

However, as things progressed, Azul quickly learned that (Y/C) was indeed a diligent player. 

He would hear them laugh at Ace and Deuce’s antics, mumble under their breath when they knew something was going to happen, and gap at each of the overblots as they happened. Azul quickly became interested in the player, moving to the front scenes as his turn to take the spotlight appeared. As they worked through his story, he found them to be… well, quite like him. They were crafty and cunning, all smiles and false confidence - a show they put on when they weren't alone. People fell for their charms like prey to an angular fish, their bright light luring them in until they snapped them up as per their job required. However, they struck good bargains with them - something that Azul had… never invested in.

Now, there was a special event that he and the tweels would be a part of - a special event for a revised film inspired by the life of the Great Sea Witch.

Azul looked on as (Y/C) shifted through the cards in thier possession, having selected Floyd first. They had received his dorm card about two weeks prior to the event, their excitement to raise its stats apparent in the forefront of thier mind. They filled the class, selecting Jade’s ceremonial robes card as well as Azul’s ceremonial robes card along with Cater and Rook's dorm uniform cards before heading into the class with Floyd with Azul watching on in curiosity.

"Something on your mind, Azul?" Jade asked him from his doorway, "You seemed to be watching our magicless prefect a bit more than normal."

Azul regarded his vicewarden with an arched brow, "Jade, I have no idea what you are talking about."

Jade smiled, his teeth peering out from behind his lips, “Azul, forgive me, but if I didn’t know any better… I’d say you were jealous.”

“Jealous?” Azul scoffed with a wave of his hand, “Who said anything of the sort?”

Jade crossed an arm around his middle as his other arm rested on top, his forefinger and thumb stroking his chin in thought, “Not that it makes any difference, but I’ve noticed you’ve been keeping quite a close eye on our player - quite the character, are they not?”

Azul shrugged, “I suppose so…”

“I bet you haven’t given a thought to knowing them outside of the game, though.”

Azul turned at the comment, his sea green eyes glowing with mischief as a tell-tale smile formed across his lips, “My dear Jade, have you and Floyd been up to something?”

Jade smiled in agreement, “Of course we have… would you like to hear?”

“I would indeed. Tell me what you know.”

Jade uncrossed his arms and folded his hands into his pockets, “Our player has only been playing for about a month, as you know well - and has obviously cleared three books of our game within that time frame. They like a good gamble here and there, but they understand when there’s a time for fun and a time for work - something you should learn in my opinion.”

“Yes, yes,” Azul waved his hand, “Whom is their current favorite?”

“It varies from day to day - though (Y/C)’s profile indicates that it is currently Malleus Draconia,” Jade answered, “However, based on their world… they do have a fascination for sea creatures.”

Azul frowned, “Their world?”

Jade nodded, “Every so often we’re given a glimpse of the player’s real world - their reality. (Y/C) currently lives with an ailing father and a mother that is trying to hold everything together. They’re a full time student in what they call ‘high school’ and works at a family restaurant part time as a waitress. They like spending time on social media, reading when not with us, and does a bit of sewing from my understanding.”

Azul rubbed his chin in thought, “Do they… play other games?”

“Several - (Y/C) has a very high social media presence and has been gaining followers over the course of several years, speciallizing in strategic battle games and, apparently, even romance games,” Jade answered, “However… (Y/C)’s very shy and keeps to themselves quite a bit. From my understanding, they’re not exactly… well-liked by the other students at the school they attend. (Y/C) often eats alone and prefers the company of fictional characters or those online to those in their world.”

“Not well-liked? (Y/C)’s well-liked here!” Azul answered in confusion.

“Perhaps, but we all eventually become attached to our player - they’re the star of their own story here, after all,” Jade agreed, “And (Y/C)’s practically the same in their world - kind, supporting, caring… but is an outcast.”

“Care to explain why?”

Jade shakes his head, “I wish I could tell you, Azul - but even I am not certain why that is.”

Azul squeezed his lips in thought before turning to Jade, “Is there a way we can dig into more about our player?”

“There might be something within the profile, but a chance at looking into the outside world? That is a one in a million chance of happening. I was given a glance when (Y/C) was using me for a battle - but it was very short. The rest of the information I gathered was from other characters - specifically Cater who has been with them the longest. You know how he will speak for a chance at gaining more followers.”

Azul chuckled with a smile, “Excellent work, Jade. For the time being, I’d like to find out as much as you can about our player - Floyd, if he’s in the mood, will probably want to know more about ‘shrimpy’ as well, get him in on the search too. Though, I suppose we can only do what we can for right now…”

***

In the days that followed, (Y/C) was consistently in the Octorio’s presence. As they met each requirement the Octavinelle Training Camp event gave them, (Y/C) beat every battle they were given and took in the rewards with vigor; their method was simple - they finished all of Floyd’s tasks before closing the game, reopening it the following day with fresh eyes and ready for the challenges that awaited them and selected Jade as their next partner. Azul watched from the sidelines as each task was completed and battle won; it was strange to hear how (Y/C) would always keep the trio together, Azul stuck in between the tweels as they switched spots. However - Azul couldn’t be completely disappointed in them; after all, (Y/C) did invite him to attend each lesson with them and the tweels. 

So why was it so hard for him to not feel this… jealous anger that was slowly rising with him? It wasn't like they were anything interesting - the only thing they had in common, maybe, was the fact that (Y/C) was business-minded - even for a high schooler. 

Azul pinched the bridge of his nose as cards of various characters floated across the screen; Floyd... Vil... Epel... Malleus... Trey... All of them appeared across the screen over and over like turbulant waves on the shorelines - yet none of them were of him. (Y/C) flipped through the cards again, their (e/c) eyes hard with determination.

"One last roll," Azul heard them say, "I have enough for a chance encounter - please let it be one I don't have."

The music played as the dark mirror appeared again, "Bearer of dark powers, I call thee forth!"

Azul could practically feel (Y/C) vibrating with anticipation as clacks echoed in the small area that was their bedroom. Jade... Floyd... Vil... Sebek... Idia... Malleus... Lilia... Rook...

"You're so lucky to have met a compassionate person like me..."

Azul's voice stuck in his throat as (Y/C) squealed in delight, "AZUL! Oh my GOD! I have your CARD!"

And indeed they had gotten it - Azul's SSR dorm card flashed across the screen with the octomer perched in a leather chair, Jade and Floyd just behind him with the sea witch's familiar mirror in the background. Azul was vibrating with excitement - at long last, he was now in the spotlight, appearing before (Y/C) in his finely dressed dorm uniform. The octomer was beside himself with excitement as (Y/C) clicked back on the homescreen, scrolling through their cards and smiling as they found the newest addition.

"Azul..." they whispered so softly, "I'm so excited... I wasn't expecting this... not in the slightest. I hope that I don't disappoint - I'll get this leveled up and we'll work together, you and me."

'You could never disappoint me, angelfish,' Azul wanted to say as he felt something pull him to the front of the screen. He now stood in Ramshackle Dorm, front and center as the eyes of (Y/C) looked upon him, thier features brightening.

"Thank you so much, Azul," they grinned, a look of sheer awe and excitement taking root across their face, "I'm so glad to add you to the team."

***

The event ended far too quickly for Azul's liking, meaning that he could no longer work with his player one-on-one - at least until the next training camp. For now, Azul was content to use his days watching his player as he peered into their normal everyday life. 

Jade had not been lying when he told Azul about (Y/C)’s busy schedule - they awoke every morning at six on the nose, dressed and readied themselves for school - helping their mom with a few simple chores before heading out the door. (Y/C) was an intriguing student, using common sense to answer their professors’ questions and asking more in return - though Azul could hear snickering in the background and soft insults that were directed at his player. (Y/C) sat alone at lunch, the game open in front of them as they nibbled on a sandwich - keeping thier promise to level up Azul's card as they doodled in the notebook beside them. A few times, they would have a set of headphones in and would hum along with the music that would come through the speakers - making Azul strain to hear them. After school, (Y/C) would head over to one of the local restaraunts, changing into their work uniform and began the grunging job of serving guests. Azul listened as the clientel would call them over - some pleasant, others not so much; though he was surprised by (Y/C) ways of handling them, giving their best award-winning smile and working their way into their hearts to the point that they couldn't take it or dropped the subject entirely.

Day in and day out, Azul was there and listened to everything everyone told them; week after week, he saw the light slowly begin to fade from their eyes...

And by the time summer had come, (Y/C) was struggling - mentally and emotionally. Gone was the happy-go-lucky teen that Azul had slowly become attatched to, in their place was a saddened and heavy-burdened individual that sought the comfort of loniness - fictional characters were their only friends now.

One night, (Y/C) perched on their bed after a particularly rough day at work. Azul had seen one of the customers - another student that was prone to bullying (Y/C) in class - trip them while they were carrying a pot of hot soup to bring to the salad bar; regardless if it was intentional or unintentional, (Y/C) could have been seriously injured - burned from how hot the liquid was. Then, (Y/C)’s boss degraded them - telling them that if they weren't so stupid and watched where they were going, none of this would've happened; even though it was clearly not (Y/C)’s fault. When they got home, (Y/C)’s mother had to rush their father off to the hospital - something about his ailment suddenly turning for the worse and making (Y/C) now worried sick about their father's health - no longer caring about the injury they sustained and the pain they felt within. 

(Y/C) tapped the screen of the game, opening up and laying their phone against a box that sat on the bedside table, watching as Azul greeted them in his normal fashion.

"Helping people is what I live for. As housewarden, I will do everything to support my students," Azul smiled in greeting.

"I wish the same could be said for me," (Y/C) sighed, laying their head against the pillow as the music of the Mostro Lounge filled the background of the bedroom.

"Hm? And why do you think I wouldn't support you, angelfish?"

(Y/C) turned to look at their phone as Azul smiled. They rubbed thier face for a moment before muttering, "I must be more tired than I thought. I thought you just said something."

"I did, angelfish," Azul's voice came loud and clear as (Y/C)s' eyes widened, "I said, 'Why do you think I wouldn't support you?'"

(Y/C) blinked, "Y-you... talked. You can talk?"

"Of course I can talk," Azul answered, resting his hands on his hips in disappointment, "What makes you think that I wouldn't? We've talked before, after all."

"Y-yes... but that was scripted," (Y/C) rubbed their face again, "I must be dreaming - just some fantastical thing because of the stress and anger I've been experiencing lately."

"(Y/N), come now, you know that's not true."

"H-how do... you know my name?"

"I've been keeping an eye on you for some time, (Y/N)," Azul answered, "I know all about you - what you like and dislike, what your biggest fears and regrets are and what you wish for most in the world. I can offer that, you know."

"Offer what?" (Y/N) rubbed their face then, "Wait a minute... why am I even discussing this with you? You're a character in a game and I live in the real world - there's no way this is happening either - this is just the rambling of a stressed out lonely teenager who gets enjoyment out of playing a game and reading fanfictions."

"I assure you, this is no dream," Azul answered, "And you're not going to get rid of me that easily either."

(Y/N) frowned, "What do you mean? What did you do?"

"Simply enough - I hacked this phone," Azul admitted, "It took a bit to figure out the workings of it, but now you won't be able to do anything unless I give you my permission to do so."

"You... what?!" (Y/N) glared at Azul, "This is my only form of communication! My only way to be someone! I use this for school! Work! Why would you do that?"

"I admire your ability and drive, angelfish, I really do," Azul smiled wickedly, "However - 'real life,' as you call it, is keeping you from me. You were hurt today and have been stepped on over and over like a piece of gum on your school's cemented sidewalks. What I am willing to offer you, in exchange for your undivided attention that is, will allow you complete freedom from the outside world. You will never have to experience that sort of degration and torement again."

"And what about my friends? My family?" (Y/N) askes, "You think I'll sign my name on a contract of yours so willingly?"

"You did the first time around."

"That was scripted!"

"Angelfish," Azul's tone turned dark, "You really have no say in this. I know your family is struggling so I'll modify the contract, only for your sake though. As for your 'friends,' you really have none in that world - I have been with you for the past two months, constantly watching you and, yes, protecting you. You might not see it now, but you will in due time - besides we're the same age, are we not?"

"Close... maybe," (Y/N) admits.

"Then, what's the problem?" Azul folded his arms across his chest, "Sign the contract - and I will give you everything your heart desires."

The screen shifted as a familiar golden hue appeared on the screen.

"Here's the deal, Angelfish," Azul's voice appeared in the background, "In exchange for your undivided attention, I will grant you - and your family - the funds needed to help you both financially and comfort.  You and family will want for nothing and I will provide support you your ailing father. You will belong to me completely, and when such a time arrives that the two of us are old enough, we will be married."

(Y/N) looked over the contract on the screen, biting her lip.

"And you promise I will be able to stay with my family? Still see them when I want to?"

"Yes - it would be improper for the two of us to live together as I will need time to prepare for that event. However, you will not be able to tell anyone about this arrangement - unless you wish to lose your voice in the process."

"N-no thank you."

(Y/N) could practically see Azul's grinning features, "Then, Angelfish mine... sign on the dotted line. Let's embark on this new adventure... together, just you and me."

[steamberrystudio]

21/05/2023

Hi everyone!

It has been a while since I updated here on tumblr (though KS, Patreon, and Itch have been receiving regular updates. It's just hard to remember to update everywhere!)

But I wanted to pop in and give a status report on Gilded Shadows.

This will be a short update since it's more of a check-in than a proper full update.

Basically, after Reuben's route released last month, I have been focusing on getting Yuu's route written with the goal of having it complete by the end of May.

Yuu's route was around 40% complete when Reuben's route released and at this point it is around 90% complete. I have 1.5 chapters left to draft and then I will be going into revision mode to fully revise and edit the chapter before proofreading, scripting (IE putting it in the game and making it into functional code), before moving into the art side of production.

Gilded Shadows writing, as a whole, is now 99% complete.

Literally. LoL!

The uncoded word count (if you've been around a while, you know that I lose words when I code so the uncoded word count is not really the final game word count of the coded story) is 1,067,000 words at this time.

So yeah, that is where development is on Gilded Shadows.

For those following When Stars Collide, that project remains my nights/weekends project. The writing is around 70% complete right now. I don't think I've mentioned (or maybe I have) that I intend to get the rough draft fully complete before I start the official release journey for that game. I don't want to release it as I write it - that seems like it will stress me out a lot and it doesn't really suit my writing style at all.

So at the time I start getting into releasing the episodes, it'll be 100% complete from a writing standpoint. The episodes will mostly be to allow me time to both code and do the art without destroying my hand more than I already have while making GS. ( •̀ ω •́ )✧

I'm just to the point where Daaz's route splits off into its own separate chapters and endings but have taken a pause to consider a new possible ending scenario for him and whether or not I want to go that direction with things as well as whether it would require additional background art, etc, etc.

So....yeah. That's my check in with everyone. I have put tumblr updates on my calendar now so I should have google pestering me to update here more regularly. LoL.

I will see you all in a few weeks!

~Esh

[zeraaachan]

TWISTED WONDERLAND - JAMIL

pairing(s): jamil viper x yuu! reader

“I am your genie. You have three wishes and now say it so we can all have a nice life.”

The genie said almost robotically. He recited the lines in a mechanical manner, with a few revision and disinterest, and refused to look at the soul who somehow wiped the dust off his lamp. He's unaware of it but he looked ethereal when he materialized from his magic lamp. He looked divine for a moment that instead of a genie, a gorgeous desert fairy was the first thing that came to the mind of the person who released him. He looked beautiful despite the evident scowl on his face. As if he prefer to stay inside his lamp instead and never come out again.

Maybe he refuses to go out since he know how beautiful he'll look when he's out? His tan skin glow under the the scorching heat and his dark locks sway with the hot air. Simply beautiful. Jamil, the genie, is simply beautiful.

“Please say your wishes in one go so we can be done and be with our merry lives.” He said, adamant on having eye contact with his new master. “Do you want riches, power, or a beautiful—”

Jamil forgot what is it that he wants to say next. When he looked in their eyes, he was caught off guard. No, the color of it is not exactly remarkable. He saw different pupils and eye color with all the master he had.

But no one ever looked at him with such admiration: with a whipped gaze.

“You said I have three wishes, right?” His master asked. A bit too excited with their clasped hands.

Jamil hesitated due to this but answered nonetheless. He's still a genie after all and them, his master. “Yes.”

“And you want to be done with it in one go?” They confirmed.

“Yes..?”

A huge grin became plastered on their face. Their eyes shone with a different light and glimmer. It's no longer admiration alone. It became mixed with something.

If Jamil will put name on it he'll say that somehow there's determination in their eyes.

But he doesn't know why. Not until they grabbed his slim hands and smiled at him. Not until they held his hand like a precious item and kisses his knuckles similar to a nobleman greeting a noble lady.

“If I have three wishes, I'll wish for you three times.” They said rather smoothly breaking the genie's impression of them being innocent and naive.

***

Jamil woke up from his strange dream and chuckled to himself. He can't believe that he fell asleep on the library while studying. And he can't believe that he had that strange dream with the Ramshackle prefect in it. With you.

With a rub of his nape, Jamil blinked his sleepiness away. He still have chores to do for Kalim and a lot of work to do. He was about to leave when he noticed a pair of eyes on him. The same pair of eyes that looked at him with the same admiration in his strange dream.

The Ramshackle prefect took his hand and kissed the knuckles of his callused hands. Somehow, the sensation feels familiar.

“I no longer have those three wishes, but I'll still wish for you three times.” You murmured, eyes bright with mischief.

author's note(s): the quote is not originally made by me. i saw it in a post written in my native language and got inspired by it.

[best-underrated-anime]

Best Underrated Anime Group A Round 3: #A3 vs #A1

#A3: Girl who sees ghosts meets poor shinigami. Comedy ensues.

#A1: Teens with special powers seek & protect other unique teens.

Details and poll under the cut!

#A3: RIN-NE (Kyoukai no Rinne)

Summary:

Rinne Rokudou has bigger problems than going to school—namely, helping spirits pass over to the next life. Because of this responsibility, he often finds himself short on money and struggles to buy his necessities: food, clothes, and exorcism tools.

Sakura Mamiya has been able to see ghosts since she was little. She hoped she would outgrow it, but even after starting high school, nothing has changed. To make matters worse, the first time her ever-absent classmate, Rinne, shows up for school, only Sakura can see him. She assumes, as anyone would, that he is a ghost. However, to Sakura's surprise, Rinne proceeds to attend school like normal the next day.

Propaganda:

This is one of Rumiko Takahashi’s underrated works (mostly getting overshadowed by Inuyasha due to her releasing this series after the fact), and I don’t see a lot of people talk about it often. While it’s not my favorite of her works, it’s one that I still like because of the way she portrays the characters. Plus, it still has that classic Rumic comedy and feel to it and I really love the animation with her artstyle. Anyways, if you like supernatural comedies (with a hint of romance) then vote for Rin-ne!

Trigger Warnings: None.

#A1: Charlotte

Summary:

Yuu Otosaka has the ability take over a person’s mind and body for five seconds at a time, allowing him to cheat his way to the top of his class and enter a prestigious high school, where he continues his dishonest acts. His shenanigans are eventually stopped by Nao Tomori, the headstrong student council president from Hoshinoumi Academy, who sees through his deceit. Through coercion, Nao convinces Yuu to transfer to Hoshinoumi and join the student council.

With Yuu begrudgingly assisting in council affairs, the group sets out to find and protect new ability users from harm. However, as they further investigate the abilities, their findings entangle them in far more complicated matters than they could ever imagine.

Propaganda:

I would encourage anyone who enjoys shows that make you think to check this one out! Due to things revealed near the end of the series, a second watch-through is well worth it to see the clues towards the ending and foreshadowing along the way. Consequential drawbacks for these special powers are included throughout the series. Plot-twists keep the audience hooked through it all. There is character growth as the main character changes and as hard choices come up later. It does take you on an emotional roller coaster from light-hearted humor to hitting you right in the feels. (I totally did not watch this anime just because my favorite voice actor is in it lol)

Trigger Warnings: Child Abuse, Child Death, Emotional Abuse, Flashing Lights, Gender Identity/Sexuality Discrimination, Graphic Depictions of Cruelty/Violence/Gore, Rape/Non-Con, Torture, Mutilation.

The non-con warning is for female characters unwillingly having their underwear publicly exposed.

When reblogging and adding your own propaganda, please tag me @best-underrated-anime so that I’ll be sure to see it.

If you want to criticize one of the shows above to give the one you’re rooting for an advantage, then do so constructively. I do not tolerate groundless hate or slander on this blog. If I catch you doing such a thing in the notes, be it in the tags or reblogs, I will block you.

Know one of the shows above and not satisfied with how it’s presented in this tournament? Just fill up this form, where you can submit revisions for taglines, propaganda, trigger warnings, and/or video.

[twistedoverbloat]

Good evening, it’s me Bianca, coming back with more Yuu! Ideas because I have no self control.

Here’s the idea: Nuclear apocalypse Yuu! Pulled from the wastelands of they’re home world, a disfigured survivor is now dropped in a world of fantasy. (Non-binary btw)

(Who looks like the photos below)

As for their personality they’d be a rugged, ragged, and rough man teenage survivor. Uncaring or intimidated by the students of NRC, due in part to her harsh upbringing in the apocalypse.

Armed with a shotgun, machete, pocket knifes, and her survival skills. This survivor is not gonna go down easily and loves to put people into their place.

So how do you think Leona, Vil, Riddle, and Idia would interact with them?

-Sincerely, Bianca

OOOOOOO UGH I JUST LOVE YOUR ART!!

I feel like they would be pit off at first but

Riddle:

I feel like after the whole overbloat thing he would respect them more. Since he did got informed of their past by Ace and Deuce, they knew he was on a VERY high horse. He talks to her causal since they are the one who puts the dumbass trip in their place. He dosen't really talk to them a lot since they dosent care for his rules.

Leona:

He respects that they can hold themself with confidence and since in Savanaclaw the strong rule. So it's basically mutual respect, if they give it he'll give it back. He's probably interested in their fighting skills since they have very good instincts. They play in Spelldrive qith the other boys since they tested them once, they kicked their ass and got Savanaclaw's respect. Their an honorary member.

Vil:

I feel like at first he's put off, thinking they're another Epel. But then they checks him fast for putting so much pressure on Epel. Since he's so use to being wild of course he's not gonna act like a high class boy. He respects that they can hold herself in a fight and dosen't care about others. Their looks did put him off too, but after the whole beauty does matter thing he learns to respect them. He likes training with them, since they train hard for good muscles for protection.

Idia:

Ngl he probably avoided them sicne they are VERY intimating to him. When he did get to know them he revised how smart they are, he likes talking about survival games to them to get tips. He's happy to have a gaming buddy who is basically a survival character with max stats. Your allowed in his room besides Ortho.

[raven-at-the-writing-desk]

Fixing Chapter 2

AKA me wishing Leona was more of a competent and conniving bastard in his own chapter so I can actually simp for his big brain—

Okay. So I think most of us can agree that chapter 2 was rocky. At the very least, I feel as though it’s the most universally disliked chapter of what has been released of the main story thus far. There’s a lot of plot holes, or just plain disappointment with Leona’s lack of active involvement in the story.

In this essay post, I’m going to propose some ways to fix common grievances people (including myself) have with chapter 2. By no means am I saying that these suggestions will fix all of the problems, or that my writing is necessarily better than what we got, it’s just me exploring the possibilities of what chapter 2 could have been.

***Chapter 2 spoilers! (… and some mild chapter 3 spoilers!)***

Please note that most of the major plot beats will be the same, and I’ll just point out places where there will be major deviations from the current chapter 2.

There will still be an upcoming Magift Tournament, and Savanaclaw + Leona are still planning on sabotaging Diasomnia. Crowley will still ask Yuu, Grim, and Adeuce to investigate strange occurrences that are harming players around NRC. They’ll still have Riddle and Cater help them investigate the culprit, and they’ll meet Jack along the way. Leona will still OB at the end, and we’ll still get Cheka’s cameo, all that good stuff.

With that out of the way, let’s begin:

To start, Ruggie won’t use his Unique Magic to get Grim to hand over the menchi katsu sandwich Leona wanted. This makes it WAY too obvious that he has a hand in the obvious scheme that the main characters will hear about later, especially since the game has Grim stop to comment “wow, my hand is moving on its own”. I realize that this is how Yuu and co. eventually put two and two together later when Jamil describes not being in control of his own body, but I think it can be scrapped for a better revelation later. And yeah, we EXPECT Savanaclaw to be the big bad since it’s chapter 2, but at least let there be a twist about what they’re planning instead of shoving it at our faces in the first part of the chapter.

Instead of Ruggie using his UM for getting his hands on the sandwich, he can swipe it with his bare hands when Grim isn’t paying attention. Grim and co. don’t even have to realize his sandwich is missing until later; we can just have Ruggie reluctantly sighing and “giving up” on the sandwich, only to cut away to a scene where he’s in the hallway and snickering about having pilfered the food. This way, we establish early on to the players that Ruggie has sticky fingers and isn’t above using underhanded tactics to get what he wants. This example of a diversion will also help in foreshadowing a sneaky plot twist involving Leona later.

Alright, so this is kind of a minor alteration but it will help build up for a strong ending, so stick with me here. When Ruggie delivers the sandwich to Leona in the original chapter 2, they talk a bit, and through their dialogue, we get to learn a little more about each of their backgrounds. This will stay in the revised chapter 2, but with slightly altered dialogue. In this new version, there will be text hinting at how Ruggie and Leona first met, and how Leona essentially gave him a second chance at life by pulling him out of the slums and educating him. It doesn’t have to be anything too long or complex, just an off-handed mention of their shared history.

Skipping some stuff, the only thing I have to note is that during the Dorm Leaders meeting, I wish Crowley would have better explained what that “Hall of Fame” jazz was all about… because as a non-sports fan, I didn’t understand the significance of that besides “oh, well I guess Crowley is indirectly saying Malleus is the best so he should get a special prize and that pisses Leona off”.

When Crowley calls Yuu and co. to investigate the Magift players (like Trey) being injured, I want him to note that players from ALL dorms are being targeted. The fact that the story implies that Savanaclaw students are not being hurt (Jack tells Yuu and co. he knows he won’t be targeted, implying he already knew in advance his own dorm were the culprits and wouldn’t harm one of their own) makes it so blatantly clear where the culprit is from and I absolutely refuse to believe intelligent people like Riddle wouldn’t immediately pick up on such a sketchy detail.

Another thing to note here is that Crowley should mention that students from Diasomnia and Savanaclaw, have experienced FEWER injuries than other dorms, but that this situation is still a concern. The in-game explanation Crowley provides for this can be that these dorms have historically had more skilled Magift players, so they can react faster and protect themselves. However, for the perpetrators (aka Savanaclaw), it works to their advantage because it covers their tracks. All they’d be losing in the process is a small number of “weak link” casualties to achieve their goal. It fits in with the “survival of the fittest” mentality that Savanaclaw seems to believe in.

Now this is arguably the biggest change of all: when Yuu and co. start their investigation, not only do Cater and Riddle join them, but so does Leona. Why Leona? Well, he can tell them in the game that he’s pissed off about people messing with his pride/dorm (basically, he’s putting on the goody-goody act to come off as virtuous and well-meaning, like Scar did to Simba and Mufasa). There are even more reasons why this would help the plot/his presence: 1) Leona lacks screen time/interaction with the main cast in the original, 2) it’s to further throw off the scent if they start to suspect Savanaclaw, 3) he’s a smart kitty, surely he’d know that normal means can’t even touch Malleus (much less that dumb stampede idea from the original chapter) because nothing is stopping him from blinking away from danger, but most important of all… 4) (building off of point 3) Leona is going to incriminate Diasomnia as the culprits.

Now admittedly, this is where my ideas get a little vague because this “lemme rewrite chapter 2″ thing came from brief shower thoughts but essentially Leona’s plan all along was to pin the blame on Malleus’s squad and thereby disqualify them from playing (vaguely like how Scar tricked Simba into thinking he was responsible for his dad’s death). (Not only would this be a stain on Diasomnia’s record, but they’d also be out of the picture, thus allowing Savanaclaw to shine. For Leona, it’s not just about the future of his students, but it’s also a matter of personal pride since he projects so strongly onto Malleus being that “perfect first prince” that Leona despises.)

How Leona goes about doing this, I don’t have the exact details, but I imagine he’d orchestrate various Savanaclaw goons (including Ruggie) to assist him, maybe have them purposefully aggravate Diasomnia students (off screen) while Leona, Yuu, etc. are investigating so they can “catch Diasomnia in the act”.

Anyway, they investigate Pomefiore and the Tweels, then eventually come across Jack, whom Cater also suspects is going to be targeted by the culprit. For the most part, Jack is still stand-offish and abrasive, insisting that he doesn’t need the help or the protection of Yuu and co., but they notice a shift in his behavior when he’s addressing Leona. Like… Jack looks so inspired and pleased to be under him, and he can talk about how he’s looking forward to playing for Savanaclaw, etc.

We can still have a Rhythmic section here where Yuu and co. play Magift against Savanaclaw, except in this context, Leona and the rest of Savanaclaw are demonstrating how to play the sport since Yuu gets really curious after Jack speaks so highly of it. This also gives the player time to “bond” with Jack and get a better sense of how much he looks up to Leona vs how he coldly dealt with Yuu, Grim, and Adeuce. They can finish the game with Jack all excited and even hoping for Leona to praise him or high-five him or something, which Leona just… awkwardly accepts or straight up brushes off.

It’s late, so Cater suggests that everyone heads home for the day. We cut to Savanaclaw, where Leona and Ruggie are having a conversation about how their plan is unfolding (Ruggie is still using his Unique Magic to cause involuntary injuries). Leona’s frustrated that Crowley has not disqualified Diasomnia yet, because Crowley claims they don’t have “solid proof” (and is still favoring Diasomnia because Malleus is there), so Leona confides in Ruggie that the only option they have left now is to literally “take Malleus out” by force.

Jack happens to be eavesdropping because he was just so pumped up from playing that practice match earlier and wanted to thank his senpai for the experience. Imagine how heartbroken he’d be to learn that the person he looked up to all this time was tricking him. Jack would confront Leona and berate him for what he’s doing–but of course, Leona won’t listen and insists that he’s doing this for the sake of his students’ futures.

Before this scene ends, Leona will think about how Jack’s nagging reminds him of his brother, the same as the original chapter 2. He realizes that if Jack is as righteous as Farena, he will likely blab on him (even if it endangers the Savanaclaw students’ futures as professional athletes), so Leona panics rushes to come up with a different plan last minute to get rid of Malleus. Maybe he wouldn’t have rushed had Jack not confronted him, because all of Leona’s memories of his brother and all the inadequacies he feels come crashing down on him because of it. This time crunch/emotional turmoil would better explain the (still very stupid) stampede idea being so sloppy without totally eliminating it altogether.

The next day (when Yuu and co. go to talk to Scarabia), Leona doesn’t join them for the investigation because he’s busy negotiating with Azul to get everything planned and going off in time for the Magift tournament. Maybe we can even see (or have it implied again later) that Leona accidentally ended up bargaining with something really precious because he was desperate at his last shot to take Malleus out. This would feed his incentive to help us by destroying Azul’s contracts in chapter 3.

That’s when Jack disrupts the investigation to warn them that Leona is planning something and they need to go stop him. (Clarifying here that Jack isn’t doing this because he wants to be a good person, he’s doing this because he cannot abide by Leona’s methods, just like in the original chapter 2.)

Here, we have another big change: Yuu and co. don’t know Leona’s plan walking in. Their main concern is that there are already spectators in the stands, so they need to evacuate them all quickly to avoid them getting injured in case Leona does something very destructive. Let’s say that Cater uses Split Card here to have clones help guests evacuate. Riddle is assigned to guard Diasomnia (the “Malleus” being a Cater clone in disguise). Of course, Crowley has no idea what the heck is happening so he’s shouting over the mic and asking people to sit back down.

In the middle of this chaos, that’s when Leona enacts his big plan. Again, in this version, the stampede thing is very last minute (maybe he also bargained with Azul for some magic artifact that dullens Malleus’s power or something, to make it easier/more plausible that he’d be crushed to death). So imagine Leona springing this idea on Ruggie (since he needs Laugh with Me to enact it), who’s just shocked at the idea.

But of course, Ruggie can’t really speak up against his employer and benefactor, so he just nervously suggests changing the plan. Leona’s window of time to get the hit in on Malleus is quickly closing, so he becomes more frantic and demands that Ruggie obey him.

Ruggie will hesitate (eventually outright refusing to go along with Leona’s plan) because the situation has changed. It’s gotten too risky, and he does NOT want to be caught and risk being kicked out of school for a crummy and rushed plan. There could also be a point made here that Ruggie is concerned about Overblotting himself because controlling so many people at once would use a lot of magic, even with the potion Leona got from Azul. This refusal to help would explain why Leona goes after Ruggie later (in the original) and tries to poof him into sand using King’s Roar (when really his anger should have been directed at Jack for betraying the dorm).

So Leona loses his calm when Ruggie, his right man hyena, turns on him. He might get a little rough and shout, maybe projecting his own insecurities at Ruggie (“You don’t understand”, “You could never understand me”, “Why won’t you listen,” etc.).

I’m not entirely sure if I want to keep the actual stampede in, so I’ll leave it up to you. Maybe Leona’s violent outburst freaks the guests out and they stampede out on their own accord in a panic, maybe Cater and co. manage to get everyone out safely without a stampede breaking out. That part isn’t important. What is important is that Leona sees his chance to strike “Malleus” and goes for it, since Ruggie refuses to—only to realize that it’s a Cater clone.

In that moment of shock, Riddle leaps into action to try and collar him—but King’s Roar disrupts his attempt. Leona goes for Ruggie, slamming him with all of his anger and intending to literally vaporize him for meddling with his plans (blind rage can do that to someone, and in the context of this rewriting, it makes more sense that Leona is directing his rage at Ruggie). (Side note, I really like this from the original chapter so we’re keeping it: “It hurts, doesn’t it, Ruggie? I bet your mouth is so dry right now that you can’t even laugh.”)

Ruggie begs Leona to stop, to smile or laugh instead of hurting people, and Leona laughs alright but it sounds so hollow and forced. From here, events play out according to the original chapter; Jack distracts Leona with Unleashed Beast, which gives Riddle an opening to collar Leona. Then in comes Lilia to tell Leona that a collar suits him more than a crown, that if Leona can’t fix his rotten heart then he will never be king and that just… breaks him.

All his efforts, all his plotting, for nothing. He has failed—he’s a failure, just some destructive and self-serving, savage beast. Just like they all said he was. (The “all” here is referring to Leona’s people, not the NRC cast.) They were right all along. No matter how hard he tries, he will never be king. He will never be accepted, never be loved. (KEEP THIS IN MIND FOR POST-OB.)

DOOT DOOT OVERBLOT TIME LET’S GO (with Ruggie and Jack helping Yuu and co.)!!! Truthfully, I still think it’s kind of odd that Leona Overblotted so fast despite using his unique magic like… once??? But I’m going to be generous here and assume he was harboring so much hatred that it rapidly accelerated his blot. Alternatively, he was using his unique magic and Ruggie’s earlier to frame Diasomnia.

Another one of the big changes I want to make is how chapter 2 is resolved. Assume that the Magift tournament and Cheka’s cameo still happens as it did in the original, but the difference is the immediate aftermath of the Overblot battle. I have this really specific scene in mind that nicely ties together the little tidbits I’ve been sprinkling throughout my points up until now.

Picture this: Leona, in a pathetic heap on the ground following his defeat. Totally in shambles, tired, a mess. And most importantly, still very, VERY bitter. Not remorseful for his actions at all, still scorning himself and his powerlessness to change his own fate, his identity. Savanaclaw, Yuu, Adeuce, Grim, Riddle, Diasomnia… Heck, even Crowley They all approach him and ask if him okay, but all they get is Leona is scoffs at them, daring them to point and laugh at him. It’s nothing he isn’t already used to.

At this point, Ruggie can exchange a knowing look/hand gesture with some Savanaclaw kids and they’ll spring into action. (The thinking here is that Leona’s whole dorm still respects him as their leader. Why else would they follow along with his scheme in the first place? They’re hopeful for their own futures, yes, but it’s Leona who gave them that hope and a path to achieve what they want. In their eyes, he is someone worthy of admiration and he is still worthy of admiration, even if he can’t see that himself. They respect his cunning and willingness to get his hands dirty, stopping short only because they worry it will sully Leona’s own reputation (at least in this rewriting, they do)).

BUUUUT being NRC students, they have a lot of pride and won’t outright comfort Leona in the traditional sense. So instead you’ll get this roundabout scene:

Some mobs can pipe up and mention that since you need to fight a Dorm Leader and defeat him to secure the seat, and since Jack and Ruggie helped defeat OB Leona, that means those two are candidates as the new Dorm Leader. Jack, who isn’t fully assimilated to the group (as a freshman) is shocked that they’re suggesting something like that (but this genuine confusion ends up playing along with their intentions anyway).

Jack clears his throat and confesses that he doesn’t feel comfortable taking the position. He awkwardly reiterates to the group that he doesn’t feel ready for it, and, on top of that, he respects Leona too much to take the position from him. Leona looks at Jack in shock, and Jack can say something like “It was because I admired you so much that I was disappointed when you had strayed from the path.” This highlights and reminds Leona that there are people who are out there genuinely caring about him.

Ruggie interrupts and teasingly acts like he’s going to accept the Dorm Leader seat since Jack opted out (“Heee~ Being Dorm Leader’s not such a bad gig. I’ll get a big room all to myself and a bunch of guys to boss around, shishishi!”) The real purpose here is actually to just bait Leona to lash out, which ends up working—he’ll snap at Ruggie that he’d sooner die than let someone pry the Dorm Leader “crown” from him.

That’s when Ruggie breaks out into a smile. “That’s the Leona-san we know and love. Well… maybe not ‘love’ exactly, but you get the idea.” He can offer a hand to pull Leona up—just like how Leona extended a hand to him in the slums, just like the hand Jack offered to Leona after they played Magift together. It’s a symbol of connection, the connection and acknowledgement that Leona had always been missing in his childhood. AND IT ALL COMES FULL CIRCLE— THE CIRCLE OF LIFE

“… What are you doing, Ruggie? Are you seriously offering a hand to me? To some pathetic fool who almost killed you? To someone who will never have what it takes to become a king?” (Leona NEEDS to mention that he almost killed Ruggie; this was a point that got casually swept under the rug and then never mentioned again, but given the gravity of the situation it NEEDS to be said. Leona needs to demonstrate he was aware of his own actions and the potential consequences of them. If you want to get kind of dark, maybe Ruggie can casually mention almost DYING as a form of dark humor in future chapters. Point is, I don’t want this to be just... dropped like a forgotten french fry) (Another thing to note here, “king” is meant in a literal and metaphorical sense here. Leona is both referring to a position he can never have AND the respect and acknowledgement that comes with being a “king”.)

Mob students can pitch in here saying things like they won’t entirely forgive Leona for what he did, and that some of them are considering challenging him to claim his Dorm Leader seat. This is their own asshole-ish way of “encouraging” Leona to stay strong, because (like I said before), NRC students suck at swallowing their own pride and just comforting people normally.

“It’s not time to overthrow your rule just yet,” Ruggie can say. “I think Savanaclaw still wants you as its leader, Leona-san—if you’ll take Savanaclaw too.” (This forces Leona to be humbled. Here he is in a position where he is expected no mercy or sympathy, and he himself expects to be scorned and rejected for what he has done. But even so, it seems like his dorm is willing to forgive him.) Then insert that silly scene here where Ruggie makes Leona smile using Laugh with Me to lighten the mood—

I know it sounds like everything is nicely resolved because I’m writing in bullet points rather than a full fic, but the point of this is that the ending should feel like “a band-aid slapped over a gaping wound”. Sure, the Savanaclaw kids still acknowledge Leona, but Leona doesn’t grow as a character because of that, at least not right away. He won’t become more emotionally open or more caring. He will still be the arrogant and cunning asshole we’ve seen him being this entire chapter, because character development doesn’t happen overnight.

Leona might be thankful that he gets to keep his position and suffer relatively few consequences, but he still has to live with the fact that he almost killed Ruggie, and that he now has people who truly look to him for guidance. He has to deal with his sins and also work on actually being a competent leader to those that look up to him, all while wrestling with his still (very real) self esteem issues. His problems are not resolved just because you punched him a little, he still has a lot of psychological and emotional trauma to work through and that’s okay.

In summary, chapter 2 (rewritten) was not meant to “fix” Leona, it was meant to get him to realize that he has people around him that can support him as he slowly grows into a better person (further reinforced in a comedic scene with Cheka sitting on his stomach at the end). Chapter 2 is the impetus. Leona realizes he is wrong, but isn’t ready to come to terms with it or apologize for it yet. He’s still struggling to understand himself, and that’s for him to deal with outside of the main story. The end of chapter 2 is not the end of Leona’s character development, it’s only the beginning.

And that’s it. That’s how I’d fix chapter 2. Disney, Aniplex, and/or Yana please hire me as a writer ❤️

[elysianslove]

the little things ; haikyuu boys

synopsis; the little things he does that show just how much he loves you

pairings; karasuno x reader, aoba johsai x reader, fukurodani x reader, nekoma x reader, shiratorizawa x reader

genre; fluff

warnings; will make u hate being single <3

karasuno ━━

sugawara koshi; whenever your hair gets caught in anything, he’s so gentle yet quick at fixing it. if your hair is long, and you pull a bag or a shirt and your hair gets tucked in, he’ll wordlessly pull it out. if your hair is short and a bracelet or zipper gets caught he just continues whatever he was doing (talking to someone else for e.g.) while helping you out. also always makes sure your hair isn’t bothering you; if you’re leaning over writing something, he’ll always tuck it behind your ear so lovingly ahhh

daichi sawamura; massages. he’s descended from heaven for this purpose only. his hands are rough and like hard on your muscles, but it’s so perfect. he’ll approach you when you’re in school sitting anywhere, from behind, and just knead his hands into your muscles for a few seconds. euphoric. or if you live together, he always greets you with back/shoulder/neck massages in the bathtub hvjkwkd.

nishinoya yuu; always makes you try his food. always. whether it’s with a group of people or just you two, he just goes “hey babe open ur mouth” with this face 😏 bc he’s cheeky, and just shoves a mouthful of food. spoiler alert, it’s always way too hot. but it’s just tradition at this point. he takes a bite of his food, decides if it’s worthy enough for your mouth or not, then just. yeah.

kageyama tobio; buys you a snack whenever he gets his milk. if you’re special special, he’ll buy you your own carton of milk. he goes up to the vending machine and automatically thinks of you when he sees your fave snack, and it’s like mindless at this point he just routinely does it. it still surprises you to this day, even when he’s so nonchalant about it.

tsukishima kei; kisses your forehead. tsukki is not too big on pda, and even privately he’s not very touchy feely either tbh. but just a simple peck on your forehead grounds you, and it’s a small reminder of the fact that despite his outward coldness, he really does love you. he rarely does it in front of others, but sometimes, he’ll indulge both you and him, and settle a small kiss on your temple just randomly.

asahi azumane; anime jesus always has a hair tie/clip carried around for you on his wrist/in his pockets. i mean he’s always needing them, he just stocks up when he starts dating you. somehow he’s always there when you’re frustrated with your hair all over the place what a savior. later on it evolves to him carrying around your scrunchie and yes the boys make fun yes he blushes but no he does not take it off.

tanaka ryunosuke; carries you on his back, or your things, when you’re too tired to walk. whether that be if you’re too tired because of your heels or you’re just lazy, he just loves helping you out what a respectful gentleman. honestly it just becomes that every time he sees you he like barricades over to you so quick and flips you onto his shoulder or spins you around. anyways. walking with tanaka means walking empty handed bc he will never let you carry anything. ( shifts pile of bags on one arm just to hold your hand ).

hinata shoyo; learns hairstyles to try on you. whether it be short hair or long hair, expect his youtube search history to look a lot like “how to make a french braid” or “cute hairstyles for short hair for your cute girlfriend”. he’s always so entranced by you and watches so carefully whenever you do anything on your hair, and he gets do excited whenever you let him try and he gets it right. also !!! a lot of the times you’ll sit between his legs and he’ll just softly card his fingers through your hair or lightly braid it.

yamaguchi tadashi; buys you flowers a lot. he doesn’t overdo it, just so it doesn’t lose its value and worth. but for example, mondays suck ass and he knows how much you hate them, so he always makes sure to either leave a single rose on your desk/in your locker or give it to you himself if he can. it’s so endearing and motivating honestly, and the constant reminder every once in a while is so cute. continues to do it even like 3 years in, which is so fkn sweet honestly.

nekoma ━━

kuroo tetsurō; plans the best dates. seriously. like not one moment spent with him is dull. i don’t think being with kuroo entails a high energy relationship, i just mean that even a walk in the park is fun with him. he also always knows when to plan a fancy dinner and when it’s just something casual. like he always puts in so much effort, gives 120%, for every date with you. is your favorite band/singer/artist in town? he’s got tickets. the weather is amazing? you’re going to the beach. you’re sleep deprived? nap dates. 10/10

kozume kenma; he teaches you how to play his games. the fact that he’s letting you touch the console in itself says enough, but whenever he buys a new one, and learns it thoroughly enough, he will always sit by you and teach you its ways. picture you sitting in his lap while he guides your hands <333 if you’re not a gamer, he’s actually v flattered by the fact you’re willing to sit through this w him. but if you are a gamer, expect daily competitions. oh and if you beat him? you’re dead to him :).

haiba lev; instead of reaching for things that you’re too short for to grab it himself, he just lifts you up lmfao. i mean w the way he teases yaku, i can imagine he’d be v teasing with you as well if you’re even an inch shorter than him. but fret not! it’s all in the name of love. he’s very loving though, and if he sees you struggling he’ll just wordlessly hoist you up from your waist or something. at first it’s terrifying, but later on it just makes you giggle cause he’s like so willing to do it and it’s effortless for him hehe.

yaku morisuke; always makes sure you’re taking care of yourself, but kinda aggressively? lmao anyways. like he’s always “babe have u eaten” and if u say no expect him to start yelling like “what do you mean no??? are you insane???” v dramatic but honestly <333 he’s always texting you after parting ways “did you get home safe” or on weekends where he cant meet you, he’s asking how it was, if you indulged yourself a bit, relaxed. it’s very sweet and he makes sure it’s not overbearing. he just wants his baby to be healthy and happy.

yamamoto taketora; walks on the side with the cars. it’s not a very noticeable thing, but you see it, and you recognize it. he makes sure he’s always walking where cars are speeding by, a hand on the small of your back guiding you away and to the other side of him. it’s the little notions of protectiveness like if he’s driving and stops suddenly, he’ll put a hand out to keep you from lurching forward, he pushes you gently out of the way before you bump into someone. things like that.

aoba johsai ━━

oikawa tōru; he doodles in your notebooks, or on your skin. if you have class with him, and sit next to him, he’ll always be doodling on your notebook like little hearts or stupid, cute things like your initials + his in a heart. or if you’re at a study date together, and you’re focused on your laptop screen, he’ll leave little encouraging messages on your notes for you to notice when you’re revising. sometimes you’ll be sitting with him at lunch or even if you’re out w him and a bunch of other people, and he happens to have a pen. expect a little smiley face on your inner wrist, or a heart plus his initials ( o.t. )

iwaizumi hajime; he helps you take off your make up/takes it off for you. if you’re too sleepy, he’ll just take the products he’s used to seeing you use and start following it step by step after he props you up next to the sink. while he stands between your thighs he just so gently starts rubbing at your skin and washing away the make up. if you’re already asleep, he’ll have to like google the steps oh my god im gonna cry hes so cute. if you don’t necessarily wear make up, then he’ll just help you do your nightly routine, or even your shower routine, like using a body scrub or a face mask or, bruh, even shaving lmfao.

hanamaki takahiro; saves everything you buy/send/make him. i mean everything. has literally over two thousand photos of you, all the polaroids or postcards are saved in a little box he has under his bed. anything you make him (unless it’s edible) he has. if you make him a small embroidery thing he will literally attach it to his sports bag or something. any chain you make him is automatically added to his keychain. that flower crown you made with him on one of your first dates? he still has it. the flowers are dead but the memory loves babyyyy

matsukawa issei; carries extra clothes of his for you to borrow. hey have i mentioned that mattsun is big? 😃 because he is 😃. meaning regardless of your size or height or whatever, his clothes will drown you <3 i see him as preferring more oversized or just loose shirts rather than tight ones, so yk. on you???? if y’all are just hanging out and you even think about being slightly cold — here have five options of mattsun’s clothes to choose from. he always makes sure they smell like him too. it’s self indulgent really, because he loves the way they look on you, and he loves that it leaves a trace of his scent on you. territorial? i think yes.

fukurodani ━━

bokuto kōtarō; always hugs you like it’s the last time he’ll see you. sometimes, even if he doesn’t know it, you need his hugs badly. y’all are gonna try and tell me bokuto doesn’t give the best fkn hugs??? yeah get outta here with that bs. he SO does. he either kneels down and wraps his arms around your waist, picks you up, and spins you around, like he hasn’t seen you in 3 years, or he’ll just wrap his arms around your neck and pull your head to his chest, cradling it, and just sighing like he won’t see you for the next 3 years. his hugs always make you feel so much better, even if you weren’t feeling down to begin with.  

akaashi keiji; plays with your hands and caresses them. it’s the delicate feel and gentleness of it all. akaashi’s generally an anxious person, leaving him very fidgety. but once you two get together, and he starts being comfortable with you, expect to find your hand always between the two of his, just fondling with him. he’ll trace random figurines on the back of your hand, or have his fingers ghost over your wrist and up to your fingertips. if his hands are especially shaky, expect him to just grab one of your yours and hold it tightly between the grasp of two of his. it conveys trust, and all you have to do is kiss his knuckles gently and he’s melting.

konoha akinori; he has your reminders app linked with his, and sneaks in small, motivating messages. every once in a while you’ll get a notification from the app that tells you to drink water or have a snack (or text konoha he’s bored and he misses you). also always sends you pictures to distract you from stress. like it could literally just be a picture of him smiling with a thumbs up and you’d just ,,, melt bc you love him so much.

shiratorizawa ━━

ushijima wakatoshi; he has so many plants that are named after you, or your nicknames, and he’s like so gentle with them too. like strokes their petals and speaks to them so softly, the same way he does with you. you’re honestly so curious how he hasn’t run out of names, but he’s just a genius like that. whenever you go over to his place, and he’s bought a new one, he’ll take your hand and guide you to where it’s growing and just be like “look it’s baby y/n” and you just 🥺🥺🥺

semi eita; he has a playlist on his phone, that’s constantly being updated, for you and him to listen to. the first time he showed it to you, you were stargazing and he took out his phone and headphones and was like “i made a playlist for you wanna list” and every part of your body lit up in flames im not joking. now, a lot of the times, you’re coming back home on a train, and your head is on his shoulder and you’re sharing headphones listening to the playlist. when either one of you is driving you’re blasting it (a lot of the playlist is the hsm soundtrack)

satori tendō; tendo reads people so well, and being in a relationship with him means he will read you so well. so a lot of the times, in social situations, he’ll recognize the signs of you wanting to leave, for example, or if someone’s bothering you, he’ll know exactly how to approach it too. this also entails having a lotta inside jokes hehe, and also just like. talking with your eyes. yk that thing. yeah. all you have to do is look at him a certain way, and he just knows exactly what you just said.

goshiki tsutomu; he buys the both of you this small plushie, and whenever you’re missing each other you just. squish it. and he squishes his. he would rather die than let anyone know this, but you’re not too keen on letting anyone know yourself tbh. it’s just this little thing you have, and it means a lot more to you than just this. when he first bought it he was like “look we have matching plushies” and you passed away on the spot ❤️

shirabu kenjirō; loves trying out new recipes with you. he’s not too big on cooking or baking, but there’s just something about doing it with you that really — hits the spot yk. nowadays, whenever he comes across a new recipe on social media that he thinks you’ll like he just automatically sends it to you like with no words no texts just the post and you’re like “OMG CAN WE DO THIS” and he’s like “why else would i send it. yes we can :)” hvskwkeke

end note;  thank you sm for the love on my last two posts!! i’m glad you guys enjoyed them sm. if you have any requests, they’re open and i’m happy to deliver, mwah!

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I caught the Pokémon fever and I felt the urge to draw Yuu as a Pokémon trainer!

I kinda want to make a new AU where Yuu actually comes from the Pokémon world as well as update her BIO. Also I’m thinking of changing the color her school uniform’s vest.

Also, in this AU I think with her Pokémon by her side, she’s a lot more confident enough to think she would have no need to disguise herself as a boy. So this is what her uniform would look like:

Backgrounds I used:

Name: Yuu

Gender: Female

Age: 18 (I know I said she was 16 before, but now I want to change it 😖)

BIO: (It got a bit long, so I hid it under cut)

In the world of Pokémon, Yuu was originally from Opelucid City in Unova with her single mother. They were a poor family and her mother stressed day after day, trying to make ends meet while also putting up with the other responsibilities that came with being a parent. What set her over the edge was when Team Plasma attacked the city and froze it in ice along with their home. This made Yuu’s mother decide to put her in foster care in Castelia City in hopes another family would come and take better care of her daughter. That’s what she said, but when Yuu looked at her mother’s face she couldn’t help but see a bit of relief in her eyes. After that, Yuu mostly kept to herself, not really interacting with the other kids, blindly hoping that her mother would return once she’s more financially stable, but she never did...

One day, when she and the other foster kids were out and about the city (with adult supervision of course), enjoying their Casteliacones, a Patrat swiftly took Yuu’s remaining cone! She chased after it down in one of the alley’s, and hid around the corner and made a big discovery! The Patrat was actually a disguised Zorua! After hearing his stomach growl even after he scoffed the cone down, Yuu felt sorry for the illusion Pokémon and approached it. Zorua growled as Yuu settled down her backpack to take out her lunch bag and revealed it’s contents to him. “You need it more than I do. Take it.” She got up and left to return to her group, leaving behind a very confused Zorua. Oddly enough, Yuu met Zorua again shortly on the same day. After finishing most of her lunch Zorua saved an apple and followed her home to return it. (Disguised of course) But even with the disguise, she recognized the apple immediately and could see right through Zorua. Since then the two would meet when Yuu had the time and bring Zorua some food and she would chat and play with him. Sometimes she would talk about something funny she saw on TV, or go ranting about how annoyed she gets with grown ups pestering her about playing with the other kids when she wasn’t even interested. The only game she was interested in was Hide n Seek, but was then banned from playing it by the adults for being too good at it. And couldn’t even talk about Pokémon with the other kids without talking like a “stuck up know-it-all”. As well as talk about her dream of finally becoming a Pokémon trainer and go wherever she wanted without any kids or adults telling her what she can or can’t do. Zorua would then bark at her like he understood what she meant, and for the first time, she felt she finally has a friend/ally.

Then one day, one of the other kids leading a group traced back to where she had been meeting Zorua and found him, and by the time Yuu got there, she was horrified to find the kids circling and ganging up on a distressed Zorua - wanting to touch his ears and tail. At first, Yuu froze in fear, fear that now the kids know where her special meeting place with Zorua was, fear that Zorua might think she betrayed his trust by telling them about this place, but as Zorua cried out - Yuu snapped. Pushing all the other kids away, shielding Zorua, Yuu yelled at them to leave Zorua alone. It did not sit well with the biggest kid, who shoved Yuu to the ground, which angered Zorua! Zorua then used scratch on the kid and used his power of illusions to change into a Hydreigon! Not realizing it was an illusion, the kids ran away, crying and screaming. This greatly relieved Yuu, believing this event would make the kids think twice before messing with them again. However, that sense of security was short-lived ‘cuz shortly after it, she was confronted by the adults who run the foster home as well as a policeman, who was holding a struggling Zorua by the fur collar. Yuu was scolded for attacking the other kids while also making contact with a dangerous wild Pokémon that had a history of stealing food from tourists and local alike and now has attacked a defenseless child. Yuu tried to explain that Zorua was starving and how those kids were scaring him and the only reason he attacked was because she was shoved. But her explanations fell on deaf ears as the policeman said he’ll take Zorua somewhere far away from Castelia City. All Yuu could think of was that she was about to lose her only friend and will be left alone with kids who hate her. Not wanting to bear with that reality, she charged for the Policeman, kicking his shin which was enough to make him to lose his grip enough for Zorua to wriggle away free. And the two both charged out into the alleyways of Castelia City.

Since then, Yuu was a small child with a Zorua on the run. The police were frantic about searching for them, but thanks to Yuu’s cleverness when it comes to Hide n Seek and Zorua’s illusions, it made it all too easy to give them the slip. They were together, but unfortunately they had to steal food in order to get by. One of these thefts lead to a fateful encounter with a certain mad scientist by the name of... Colress.

While he was enjoying his newfound freedom from police custody at a café, Yuu swiped one of his pastries. And of course, it had to take one misstep to alert Colress that he was being stolen from which prompt Yuu to run as if her life depended on it. But as she regrouped with Zorua, they were suddenly surrounded by Colress’ Klingklang, Magnezone, and Porygon-2. With KlingKlang using protect from Zorua’s attacks, they had no way of getting out of it. But even then, Yuu refused to give up if it meant that she and Zorua will be separated. Seeing her bond with Zorua as well as her ability to give Zorua commands despite not even old enough to become a trainer, Colress’ interest was piqued and the gears of his mind started to turn. He held off his Pokémon’s attack, and met with Yuu at eye-level to ask her about her story with Zorua. At first, Yuu refused saying he’s just another adult who would never listen to her or give her the time of day, only for him to respond that it’s quite the contrary. Something about his eyes told Yuu that this isn’t something he would lie about and she reluctantly told him about her situation.

And Yuu didn’t know how (and was too afraid to ask), but somehow Colress was able to convince the people at her foster care to let him take custody of her as her guardian as well as convince the Police to let Zorua off. But one thing she did ask is why he decided to help her and Zorua out in the first place, his response was, “Because I firmly believe that someone should never be separated from a Pokémon they have a clear bond with. No matter what age they may be.”

And since then, Yuu and Zorua were always together. And though Colress was her guardian, he was never a father-figure for Yuu. Yes, he did provide Yuu and Zorua food and shelter, as well as Yuu’s education. But he never hid the fact that he saw the bond between Yuu and Zorua as a fascinating research subject. Sometime even testing how in-sync their brainwaves were. Yuu didn’t really mind either as long as no one dares to take away Zorua again and at the time she saw Colress as the only adult that was ever straight with her.. Zorua himself didn’t trust Colress and would always keep a sharp eye on him while sticking close to Yuu.

Hearing about the close community of people and Pokémon in Alola, Colress moved his lab there thinking it would be the ideal place for his research and took Yuu and Zorua along with him. At first Yuu didn't know how to feel about the change, but was surprised that compared to the kids she knew in Unova, she actually thought decently about her classmates at the Pokémon school that she was enrolled in. For one thing, they actually respected Zorua's space and hers which was a huge breath of fresh air. And her teacher, Professor Kukui, just let her take her time before getting to know them instead of pushing her to do things that made her uncomfortable. Later on, Yuu hears about how close the other students are with their parents, which made Yuu more aware of how different she is from them considering she doesn't exactly have a typical father/daughter relationship with Colress. Seeing her newfound sense of loneliness, Professor Kukui invited her to his lab to spend time with the Pokémon while also meeting his wife, Professor Burnet. It wasn't long before Yuu started having dinners with the married couple and started seeing them as parental figures.

(Now this has been going on for a little while now, so I’ll just sum up the next part shortly as the next part should be stories for another day)

When she became a trainer at the age of 11, Yuu decided to take on the Island challenge. Along the way she became partners with Primarina, Toucannon, Raichu, Mudsdale, Lurantis, and among others with those 5 plus Zoroark being her main 6 for Alola. And after becoming Alola’s first champion, Yuu decided she wanted to travel to experience everything the world has to offer, not only to perfect her battle-style further, but also to meet the Pokémon of every region as well as to grow deeper bonds with her Pokémon.

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Isn't It Cliché? Chapter 2

Read chapter one here or on Ao3

Pairing: DaiSuga (Haikyuu!!)

Word Count: 2627

Warnings: very brief mention of alcohol and drug consumption, but nothing explicit

A/N: sorry for the late update, I know I said I would update regularly but life got in the way ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ I hope you enjoy this chapter!

The university building was huge, way bigger than his old one. Students were chattering away around him, some of them already deep into writing papers, exchanging notes, and sipping coffee. He missed this exact feeling of uni during break. He hadn’t had too many assignments due to his transfer, and the ones he did have were easy tasks, so he had the entire summer to do whatever he wanted, which was odd to him since he was so used to either working or revising during break.

He took out his timetable he thankfully remembered to print a few weeks prior, making his way to the classroom in which his first-class would take place.

“Oh, hi!” He heard a somewhat familiar voice call from behind him. He turned around to see who was talking. He was faced with a man he met on orientation day, whose name he had promptly forgotten. His hair was black and gelled up to the extreme, making him look like a rooster with some bedhead.

“Sugawara, right?” He asked, flashing him a toothy grin. “We met at orientation, I’m Kuroo Tetsurou.” Suga nodded, remembering how he charmed every single person at orientation. He had originally gone to welcome the newcomers since he was a second year, but once Suga said he was transferring and found out that he also studied Japanese Studies, Kuroo happily obliged to answer any questions about the university he might have.

“Ah yeah, apologies for forgetting your name, I won’t forget it again,” Suga said as he shook Kuroo’s hand in greeting.

“That’s absolutely fine, man. I understand it’s not easy to remember everything and everyone when moving into a new city. It’s cool that you’re studying Japanese Studies as well though! If you’re up for it, me and a couple other people are grabbing lunch later and you’re more than welcome to join!” Suga gladly accepted the invitation, feeling oddly reassured that someone as confident as Kuroo basically just took him in like that. He must’ve looked really lost.

The morning passed quite quickly, Suga only got lost once between classes, but everyone at the university was just so helpful and kind that it wasn’t that big of an issue. At lunchtime, he met Kuroo and his three friends at the bottom of the main stairs, smiling nervously at the strangers as Kuroo introduced them. The one whose hair probably had more gel in it than Kuroo was named Bokuto Koutarou, who was more than excited to meet Suga. The other two were calmer at greeting him, the shorter one with dark hair introduced himself as Akaashi Keiji, and the tall blonde quietly introduced himself as Tsukishima Kei. The conversation came almost naturally to them all as they made their way to the cafeteria, and Suga was thankful for how they did their best to include him in their conversations. Suga quickly noticed that Bokuto and Akaashi were closest and were most probably friends since at least middle school with how they spoke to and acted around each other, but everyone seemed to tease Bokuto relentlessly, reminding Suga of his own best friend. He should definitely send Asahi a text after lunch to see how he was holding up.

Suga quickly felt integrated into the friend group, cracking jokes with the rest of them as they ate the somewhat disgusting cafeteria food.

“This university is so fancy and expensive, can’t they at least make decent food?” Kuroo quipped, making the others nod in agreement.

“You’ve been saying that since last year. Besides, it’s better than whatever you can cook, Kuroo.” Tsukishima replied in a drawl, sounding almost bored.

“That’s not very nice of you, Tsukki-poo. I mean you’re not wrong but you shouldn’t say it.” Kuroo answered nonchalantly, ignoring the face of discomfort he made at the nickname.

“So Suga, why did you decide to move to Tokyo?” Akaashi asked, and suddenly everyone fell quiet, watching their new friend with intent.

“I didn’t like my old university, and I always wanted to move to Tokyo, so I figured why not,” Suga answered, trying to seem unfazed.

“Why didn’t you move for your first year then?” Bokuto asked, his eyes big and focussed intensely on Suga.

“Ah, well… My ex wanted me to stay close to our hometown, so I enrolled in our local university. We had a pretty bad breakup though so I was excited to move away.” He consciously left any pronouns out of the conversation, not ready to come out to his newfound friends, just in case. He grimaced at recalling the way he found out his ex-boyfriend was cheating on him and had been for two months before their breakup. After he had found out, he couldn’t get out of his hometown quicker.

“Ah. Makes sense. Oh well, there are lots of people here that we can hook you up with if you want.” Kuroo said in what Suga assumed to be a joke, but he thanked him for the offer anyway.

“Ah it’s fine, I’m not big on dating yet, my ex kinda messed me up, and I don’t know how I feel about one-night stands just yet.” The others nodded, understanding that he was done talking about it.

“Well, we’re all going to Kuroo’s house party he and his roommates are throwing at the end of the week, sort of like a beginning of the semester party. You’re very welcome to join us if you like!” Bokuto chimed in, to which Suga gladly agreed. He needed to check his schedule but getting drunk and/or high at university parties was something he desperately missed during the summer holidays.

After lunch, everyone went their separate ways, and Kuroo promised to text Suga the details of the party the day of. Before his last class of the day started, he sent Asahi a quick text, asking how he was holding up. He got a thumbs-up emoji back, meaning that he was surviving the day. Sugawara smiled as he put his phone back into his pocket and went into the classroom.

…

The day was over a lot quicker than Suga had anticipated, and he sent Asahi a text as he made his way back home.

Home in 20, give me a call if you feel like it!

He threw his coat and bag on the couch as he went into the kitchen to make a coffee. There was nothing Suga loved more than a cup of coffee after a long day. His ex often commented on how bad his caffeine addiction had gotten during his time at uni but he wasn’t in the picture anymore so why should he care? As he was waiting for Asahi to call, he sat by the window in his living room/bedroom, watching civilians pass by as he quietly sipped his coffee. The street he lived in was pretty busy, cars were always driving by and there were always people to observe. Suga loved watching the people crossing the street or running to the subway, were it businessmen, or parents with their children, trying to urge them from one side of the street to the other. Just as he was watching a mother on the phone, trying to get her kid’s attention who was attempting to run across the street when the light was red, his train of thought was interrupted by his phone buzzing.

“Hey Asahi,” he said after he swiped the screen of his phone to accept Asahi’s FaceTime call.

“So? How was your first day?” He asked excitedly, sipping his coffee and leaning against the window.

“It was so cool! The people were really nice and I’m going out for drinks with a few people later tonight!” Asahi sounded a lot more confident than the day before, which made Suga’s heart swell with pride. His best friend was never the best when it came to meeting new people, always worried that people would see him as a threat or too intimidating. His height and broad build were definitely assets to that, but his heart was so pure it was almost impossible not to love the man.

“Did you meet any cool fashionable people then?” Suga asked, which prompted Asahi to tell him all about his day and everyone he had met. Suga listened intently to his best friend’s words, not wanting to miss a single minute of what happened during his first day.

“Ah, I’m rambling again. How was your day?” Asahi asked after speaking for a while, and Suga couldn’t help but smile. Asahi always felt ashamed and somehow shy when he “talked too much,” even though Suga loved nothing more than to listen to whatever Asahi was passionate about. Asahi also knew this to some extent, but he still seemed to feel bad whenever he spoke for more than one minute at a time, thinking it was selfish of him, at least that’s what Asahi had told Suga when he asked his best friend about it.

“Ah no, it’s fine! I like hearing you talk. Besides, it was your first day of uni! That’s exciting! My day was good, I met a few new people and we’re also going to this party on Friday, so I’m looking forward to that!” Suga continued to tell Asahi about his day, in turn, making sure to not leave out any details. He really enjoyed these FaceTime calls with Asahi, something they decided to do more when Asahi was traveling with Nishinoya before he came back home to study and they couldn’t see each other as often as they were used to.

“So yeah, that’s about it from my end. I have work again after class tomorrow afternoon so I’ll probably not be on my phone too much, just so you know!”

“Ok, noted” Asahi answered, before continuing talking about random things.

“Oh by the way, Yuu said he’ll come back home in a few weeks!” Asahi said, his eyes practically shining in excitement. Suga grinned at that, knowing that maybe it might be a little less than that. Noya had wanted to surprise Asahi by coming back from his travels this week, two weeks earlier than planned and only Suga knew about it.

Noya had been traveling Europe for five months now, and although Asahi had joined him in the first month, he had to go home and work in order to afford uni and his apartment, which bummed Asahi out greatly. He and Noya had the most wholesome relationship in Suga’s opinion. Neither could live without the other, so long-distance kinda sucked for the both of them.

Asahi and Nishinoya were the classic “best friends that had feelings for each other since forever but never acted on it” until one day Suga had enough of the bullshit and made them confess to one another. At least that’s how Asahi and Noya put it, Suga thought of it as more of a “not-so-subtly locking them in a room until they confessed” sort of situation. Not his most graceful moment, he must admit, but they had been together for a year now and were completely and utterly in love with each other, it was cute but sickening to watch as a single person. Pushing the thought away, Suga grinned at the camera, nodding enthusiastically.

“I’m excited for you! I might try to come to visit for a weekend once Noya’s back, we can have a movie marathon weekend like we used to in high school,” Suga suggested and Asahi was practically glowing with excitement. The rest of the conversation was about Noya and his adventures in Europe until Asahi had to get ready for his night out with the new people he met at uni.

Suga decided to spend the night in a YouTube deep dive until he passed out, which was always a bad idea but at least he remembered to set an alarm this time.

Just as he had anticipated, he woke up extremely confused to his alarm, not remembering when he fell asleep. His laptop had since turned off due to lack of charging, but he had no time to care about that now, because he wanted to get to uni on time and he needed to remember to take his work clothes with him, so he tried to get out of bed at least half an hour before he had to leave. He was in a bad mood, probably due to his YouTube deep dive last night, and he couldn’t wait to go back to bed the second he had to leave the warm and safe confines of his sheets. He got dressed in a hurry, realising he only had ten minutes before he had to leave.

The morning was rather uneventful, and Suga did his best to seem as chipper as he had been the day before, despite his foul mood. Kuroo had invited him to lunch again, but he declined with a smile and an apology. He knew he would have to go to work at 1 pm and there would be no time for him to eat in the cafeteria. Suga appreciated Kuroo’s kindness and understanding as he turned away to listen to the professor, leaving Suga to his notes. He decided to eat his lunch in the break room at work before his shift started in order to ensure he would be on time.

That day he worked the orders, and since it was a weekday before 4 pm, he was left with one other coworker who was taking orders. He hadn’t met this colleague before but he seemed very intense and focused on his work. He had introduced himself earlier that afternoon as Kageyama Tobio and promptly walked off to start his shift. Suga wasn’t phased though, knowing that he probably had trouble opening up to people, so he decided to not overwhelm him with conversation. They worked surprisingly well together and Suga enjoyed working quietly, listening to the playlist that was playing that day. Sometimes he’d listen in to other people’s fleeting conversations as they waited for their orders, the snippets he caught always entertained him as he wondered what the rest of the conversation was about. He knew that that was probably not appropriate but he was too curious about other people’s lives not to eavesdrop. Right before 4 pm, another coworker joined him and Kageyama, introducing himself as Ennoshita Chikara. He seemed like an effective and good worker, and Suga wished he had more time to get acquainted with him but unfortunately, rush hour had started so they were too busy making orders. He had an inkling that he and Ennoshita would get along pretty well though, so he made sure he would talk to the man more when they had another shift together.

Even though Suga had a 6-hour shift, the afternoon went by in a blur and he didn’t notice how much his back ached from being on his feet non-stop during that time until he arrived at his apartment. He decided to put off homework until he had his bath and some dinner, truly exhausted from his day. He checked his phone as the water poured into the tub, texting Asahi that he was alright and that he would call after his classes the next day, too tired to keep a conversation tonight. He doubted whether or not he would be able to do his homework that night, but he figured he could just do it the next day instead, so he sunk into the hot water wondering what kind of tv show he wanted to watch before bed. He deserved some self-care as well from time to time even if that self-care took the form of eating instant ramen and watching Netflix.

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I hope your requests are open and since I can't find any rules I'm just sending a request...hope it's okay *blush* Yukimura (my bae), Irie, both Fuji brothers, Tezuka, Zaizen when they come home late and find their girlfriend sleeping on the floor while wearing their jersey and mumbling their name in her sleep. Thank you!

Hello, Omatase ~ I know we have been on hiatus for so long, buuuut we are back and stronger than ever. So I hope this is worth the wait we tried a lot :)

Yukimura:

It was gone. He was sure he had it in his bag this morning,but just before practice he found out that his jacket was missing. What a ridiculousthing, him to forget his most important piece of uniform. Sighing internally,Yukimura went to his room thinking of all the places he could have put his uniform.Maybe he just forgot her, after all it was tough couple of weeks with constanttraining, preparing Akaya for his captaincy. Yes he must have just forgottenit. However, when he came to his room he finally found out what happened to it.It wasn’t that he forgotten it, but rather it was nicked in front of his eyes.Smiling gently, Yukimura stared at the sight that warmed him. With all of theclub problems they really did spend less time together now, and she never evencomplained. S/O was lying on the rug in his room, her knees up to her chinwearing his jersey. He couldn’t be mad at her for this, not even a little.Carefully he crossed the room kneeling next to her. It was then that herealised that she was talking in her sleep. It was all jumbled and he couldn’treally understand what she was talking about, but there was one word that shedid say very clearly. “Seiichi…” So she was thinking of him even in hersleep. Again he smiled bringing her into his arms laying her gently on thecovers. There was no way he would be able to get her out of his jersey, but thatdidn’t matter as he laid behind her bringing her close to his chest, letting thesleep take over him as well.

Irie:

It was a busy day today in restaurant. Irie was so tired hecould barely stand. All he wanted was to come home and lay down in his bed. Atfirst he had planned to play a bit of saxophone, but now he had no energy.Grabbing the handle Irie pushed the doors open walking habitually over to hisbed, when an unusually sight caught his eye. His U-17 jacket was on the floor,which never really happens, but what was even stranger was there was his S/Olying in it on the floor snuggling it. She was breathing evenly and he knew shewas fast asleep.

“O sleep! O gentle sleep!  Nature’s soft nurse, howhave I frighted thee, That thou no more wilt weigh my eyelids down  Andsteep my senses in forgetfulness?” Irie gently said as he crouched next to s/ogently moving a strand from her forehead. “Let’s get you to the bed, my love.”

Gently Irie picked up s/o careful not to wake her up. Itwould be such shame to disturb such a beautiful scene, like in a play, asleeping lady, a princess waiting only for him. “Kanata…” She mumbled snugglinginto his shoulder. Smiling at the sound Irie, with equal care he placed her onthe bed pulling the covers over her. Smiling gently, he went to the other side,crawling in the bed himself letting the sleep to come for him.

Yuuta:

Yuuta stood bythe open bedroom door, not knowing what to do next. He was getting worried forhis girlfriend on the way back home because she wasn’t replying any of hismessages and calls. But walking into his room, he found out why. There she was,lying on the floor, clutching on a pillow, snoring softly. Yuuta finallydecided to go in, quietly shutting door, careful not to wake her up. Hisgirlfriend always looked cute, but this was way too much for Yuuta. She lookedtoo adorable hugging his pillow and he couldn’t help but to blush. Her hair wasall messed up and only thing she was wearing was his jersey. Yuuta looked ather small frame in his big jersey, big smile forming on his face. He neverthought she would look so good in it, but now he wanted to see her like thismore often. Yuuta gave her another look from head to toe, seeing her bare legswas something new for him. Stopping in the middle of his thoughts, Yuuta’s eyesdoubled. Blushing bright pink, he looked away, searching for a blanket. Findingone, he covered his girlfriend, lying down beside her. His girlfriend rolledover next to him, putting her head on his chest and smiling softly,“Yuu~taa~”He put an arm around her, feeling his heart beating 3 times faster than usual,pumping all the blood in his cheeks. She clutched on his shirt in same way shedid on a pillow and Yuuta could feel familiar warmth spilling throughout hisbody. He listened to her steady and soft snoring, until he fell asleep himself,never letting go of her.

Syuuske:

Night was such a pretty sight to photograph. All the lights,the moon and the stars. Syuuske wanted to capture it all. But the truth wasnothing could be captured perfectly as it was in the nature. But Syuuske tried,it would be meaningless not to, but he appreciated the momentary beauty becausesuch sight would never be experienced again. As he came home everyone wasasleep already so he crept up to his room opening the doors to another sightthat could only be experienced once. “Ara…” He didn’t even know she would comefor a visit. She did that, surprising him all the time. “Suman.” He saidknowing she hated to have her picture taken, but he brought his camera to hiseye and took a picture careful with the flash as he didn’t want to disturb sucha beautiful sight. Want to take it in for a few more minutes. She was wearinghis jersey, sleeping soundly on the floor, with a gentle smile she was knownfor. “Syuuske….” she sighed as she snuggled deeper into the jersey inhalingdeeply. She always could bring out the genuine smile on his face no matter howhard he day was. “Now…” He whispered “Let’s get you off this hard floor.”

Tezuka:

It was hard practice. Everyone was doing so well, eventhough the Nationals were over they all work hard, training the nextgeneration. After all they had title to defend now, they shouldn’t getcareless. His house was quiet. Mother and Father were out and Grandfather had aget together with his old colleagues from the police days. He had house all tohimself. Which in the end was usless as it was already pretty late and all hewanted to do was read a book before going to sleep. However, that plan needed abit of revising as he had unexpected visitor. She was lying there on the floorin the middle of the room, with his bed just two paces away. Letting go of histennis bag he went and turned on the table lamp so he could see her clearly.After all he didn’t want to step on her. As the light went on she squirmed abit hiding away from the light in his jersey. He was wondering where it got to,but now he had his answer. Shaking his head, Tezuka went over ready to get herup and place her on the bed. After all sleeping on the hard floor was not goodfor her, “You got careless.” He mumbled, but a small smile worked on his lips,just as she started mubbling something. “Kunimitsu.” She said so clearly thathe thought she had woken up making him almost drop her. Sighing when herealised that she was still fast asleep, he smiled again a fuller smile thistime. “So did I.” 

Zaizen:

 Zaizen walkedinto his dark room, stumbling over someting after taking 2 steps, cursing underhis breath. Knowing he didn’t leave anything on the floor that day, Zaizenturned on the light. His eyes doubled in size at the sight of small figurecurled on the floor, breathing softly. He stood there, dumbfounded, while hisgirlfriend rolled to the other side, sighing in process. It was one of herhabits and Zaizen would tease her about it every day. Looking at her sighingonce more, Zaizen couldn’t help but notice how cute she looked. He crouchedbeside her, moving few lost strands of hair away from her face. Her face felt abit cold and Zaizen walked to the bed, grabbing a blanket and putting it overher. Only then he noticed something that put a big smile on his face. She waswearing his jersey. Although he would never admit it out loud, nor he wouldever ask her to wear it, secretly he hoped for this. She looked cute ineverything she wore, especially those oversized shirts, but there were allhers. All he wanted was to see her in his clothes for once, and now that ithappened, his heart was about to explode. He sat beside her, looking at heradorable face, grinning like mad. Suddenly she shifted closer to his legs,making him freeze in spot, “Zai~” He really didn’t want or know how to explainthis situation to her, so he hoped she won’t wake up. She just sighed again,continuing to breathe steadily. Zaizen let out a breath he didn’t know he washolding; thankful she continued to sleep peacefully and won’t know anythingabout this to tease him.

[xottzot]

2017-4(APR)-21-Friday--(later).

2017-4(APR)-21-Friday--(later).

I'm sure you've had those days where EVERYTHING goes wrong. I mean EVERYTHING.

Now...imagine THAT....and multiply it for every waking and sleeping moment of your life....and add MORE to it. So much MORE that you never have time to do anything. And then you get blamed because you're not doing 'anything' when in fact you've been fucking going like a slave and you're exhausted.

But there's STILL a mountain of things to do. I don't mean you are CHOOSING to do them. That there are things you are FORCED into doing.

And it's not work. Its not a job where you are being paid or lauded for your efforts or rewarded in other ways. And in fact everything you do you KNOW is just a stop-gap measure to stave off even worse shit amounting up.

Things breaking down, needing repairing, replacing (that CANNOT be replaced at all), and yet somebody expects you just to wave magic wand and make it all fucking well be 'fixed'.

This is just a small part of my hell.

And I went out into the backyard of this hovel and tried to do something despite that I am in tremendous pain. Pain that nobody believes you about. Or bothers to understand and therefore, medical geniuses they all are (I'm talking ordinary lay persons), boldly then try to to tell you what to do as if THEY are in charge of a magic wand. But they still haven't got a fucking clue.

I was outside and sneezed 7 times one after the other. The weather and environment is that bad at this hellhole. Dry, dusty, pollen...and other shit in the air.

I was visually checking the sky for the supposedly uncoming storms that are weather departament crystal ball predicted is to be VERY hard.

They've only been saying that all week. That it's IS fact and it IS coming.

And then it all literally just stopped and fizzled out. I when I mean stopped, I mean STOPPED. The entire bunch of weather fronts just stopped, stalled and fizzled away like politicians promises after an election.

And then later in the week the weather department crystal ball gazing conjures up more storm fronts and events that are CERTAINLY (they say) coming down the state of Western Australia from the north of West Australia and is to be VERY rainy and stormy.

And as each day these number of several days of terrible weather gets closer, the official weather department cyrytal ball navel gazing forecasts get revised and re-re-re-vised.

And now here there was CERTAINLY going to be tremendous storms and PLENTY of much-needed water in the form of rain, as each day goes by the promises get whittled away more and more.

It once was nearly 5 days of rain being forecast. Now it's down to 2 days and STILL dropping each day whilst today is the first day of the supposed rain is alleged to hit.

If market gardeners and other natural food industries just obeyed all that crap, they'd be out of business really quick with dead trees and dead bushes and whatever else they'd been trying to grow. - Try showing all that to your bank manager when they foreclose on your loans for your bankrupt businesses. You'll be laughed out of there.

But as an ordinary person living in a hovel, there's apparently no excuse not to obey their holy predictions.

Now it's down to Saturday and Sunday where its going to rain most certainly.....maybe......well....kinda......well just trust us okay?

If there's rain in just one area they'll say it's success! and if everywhere else it's still as dry as a bone such as this hellhole, you'll be blamed somehow. And you should be 'happy' for everyone that DID get some rain so shut the hell up they'd say.

This kinda bullshit has been going on for years here.

Fliss knew it too because we had to try to desperately keep plant things alive. Fliss kept totally giving up. I kept trying. - I really should have just shot myself then and there.

But I am alone, lef to rot, dry up and blow away in the wind (IF there was any wind because that's been rationed away too)

And it's quite hot here. Almost 90F in the backyard of this hovel, around 32C.

They love using celcius temperature because 32 sounds SO much less severe than what was used to be called 90. - I'm not knocking Celcius becauee it's a good system but when people just snort at it ONLY being 33 when you're sweating buckets and it's as dry-a-bone, yuu just want to smack them in the head and see sense.

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There's been shitheads tearing about in cars. You can't help but hear them tearing about. And you know they're leaving huge tyre burnouts all over the roads.

Especially up the steep hilly street of Scott Steet in the north of this hellhole. And around there are streets literally covered black in long burnt rubber tyre marks also on the nearby roads as they traverse their way about.

As well as Bellevue, "Clayton Estate'. Tyre burnout marks on every street intersection.

And of course all that is bringing out the usual shitheads to 'play' upon the roads.

If it DOES rain, all roads will be more slippery, and there's going to be a lot of accidents.

And guess who the authorities regularly blame? - The ordinary road users are blamed. - NOT the permanent shitheads in cars tearing about EVERY day and who think it makes their over-expensive heaps of shit cars more powerful because the wet weather makes their tyres spin more easily.

It's going to be one of THOSE weekends.

P@15:12---in really terrible pain.

[steamberrystudio]

02/01/202....3!? Devlog

Halloooooo everyone!

It's been a while since my last proper update here so I am going to be posting a bit of an update and recap and plans for 2023 post. ᕦ(ò_óˇ)ᕤ

I think we all know my big accomplishment in 2022 was releasing Gilded Shadows and then updating the game with Quill's route. 🥳

I also fully drafted Reuben's route and did one heavy revision of it! I've gotten through my second revision up to about Chapter 9.

The un-coded word count of Gilded Shadows is 985,000 words. (For those of you who are new and haven't seen me explain this before - the "uncoded" word count is the word count in Scrivener. All the routes lose words when I code them. The coded word count in Renpy is somewhat smaller and Reuben's route isn't coded yet so I don't know how long the game will be once his route is in the game.)

Still. That's a lot of words! LoL

Gilded Shadows is still lumbering along like the behemoth that it is. When Reuben's route is fully revised and checked for typos, I'll move on to coding it and working on sprites.

And then my last route will be YUU! Yuu is going through a bit of re-planning and re-structuring at the moment but I am really looking forward to writing his route.

I do not have an ETA on release for either of these routes beyond "This year." It's impossible for me to predict how difficult the writing will be. Reuben's route has been really tricky to write just because the plot is sort of crime...thriller? ISH? And I've had to do a lot of editing to smooth out how things flow. That kind of thing is difficult to predict until you've actually started writing.

ANYWAY. Throughout the year I've written a few small things that will eventually go in the lore book and taken some notes on other things I want to include. ☆*: .｡. o(≧▽≦)o .｡.:*☆

But I won't pretend 90% of my energy hasn't gone to just developing this game and getting it out there.

I have done some work and planning on next projects though. On my so called "Late Night Projects" (IE stuff I work on late at night or on weekends and my spare time). All these projects are things I hope to complete after Gilded Shadows is complete.

Some of them are experimental (trying out new features, new release styles, new game structures, etc) and some of them are stories I've had saved on my hard drive for years and just finally want to finish.

I'm really excited to eventually explore my space guilds and steampunk worlds and dark fantasy worlds and all the other ideas I have. I may have to work on these projects until I'm 90....but I am DETERMINED. 💪

Through 2023, I want to finish Gilded Shadows and all Gilded Shadows content (lore book, art book, KS rewards, etc). And then start to work on my next project!

So I hope you all stick with me - through this year and (hopefully) many years of game-making to come!

Thank you all for your endless support and encouragement. I truly hope this year is a better and happier year for everyone.

Be blessed! And I love you all. 💖💖

~Esh