#Kindred sprits etc

[moongothic]

You remember how in Ms Goldenweek's cover story, we get to see how the former Baroque Works agents have all beated up the other cellmates they had (not just in the mens' cells but also womens')

The way Daz is sitting on top of one of the prisoners, as if he was sitting on a throne or something, it definitely makes it look like he at least participated in the fight that took place, right

It just makes me wonder, did Crocodile himself participate in the cell fight, or did Daz handle it all on his own?

Like even with the Seastone cuffs Crocodile's hook alone should give him the most unfair advantage in a prison fight imaginable, so you'd think he'd be more than capable of defending himself if he felt like it. But also, considdering he didn't feel like even escaping prison... was he even in the mood for a fight? Like I don't think Crocodile would just allow some random, weak-ass pirates to beat his ass without a fight, but also... I can't help but to wonder... (Look you tell me what kind of a mental state Crocodile was in after his 4 year long plan to take over a country was foiled by a kid in flip flops)

Is it possible Daz took out all those other prisoners by himself (without Crocodile nor Mr 4 assisting him), either to make sure his boss didn't have to waste his strenght on them, or... did he maybe deal with the other prisoners to... protect Crocodile? Like the former would be straight forward manly man anime loyalty, nothing worth making a deepdive for, this is One Piece we get the trope. But isn't the latter option also plausible? 'Cause. Like. Daz was loyal enough to Crocodile to willingly go to Impel Fucking Down with his former boss whom he had only known for like a day or two at this point (I mean IDK how long it took for the BW members to get shipped to this Marine Base from Alabasta but you know what I mean). If some random criminals wanted to pick a fight with Crocodile in prison and he just seemed like he didn't feel like dealing with it, if Daz's was down to go to Impel Down with Croc, then would he not be willing to defend the man too??

Regardless, it just raises the question of... why? Why did Daz choose stay with Crocodile, despite Baroque Works failing so hard? Why did he choose to become loyal to such a cruel, horrible man?

Sad thing is, because we don't really know much about Daz, there isn't actually that much to go off-of to properly speculate here. But we do know Daz once dreamt of becoming a superhero! The irony of course being that not only he became a terrifying murder man, but also that he seems to lack that "superhero quality" of being... easily approachable, friendly, warm? Like he is a man of steel, but he's not The Man of Steel, you get me? But Daz's dream does tell us something interesting though; that deep inside, even if he doesn't show it at all, he might like the idea of being a hero? Like the concept of being a hero and saving people may have appealed to him, right? Because that's what being a hero is about, the heroic ideals of upholding peace and justice (and looking cool while doing it)

And arguably that idea still appeals to Daz. Even if he's frowning, deep inside he was enjoying the superhero costume Ms Goldenweek created, even if he can't admit it.

But in One Piece, the idea of being a "hero of justice" has quite different connotations than in our world. After all, the Marines are meant to embody that very idea, just in a far less cool, romantic way. We know the World Government is extremely corrupt, we know of the atrocities the Marines have and are willing to commit in the name of their so-called "justice".

So while it's entirely plausible Daz might've fallen "out of love" with his dream simply because his life just... lead him down a different path, and he didn't seem to have the right personality for it anyways... Knowing the WG, isn't it also possible Daz could have become kind of... jaded, knowing the "real life heroes" of his world aren't that cool, and don't actually stand for the ideals he may have looked up to?

And then he finds himself working for a man who seemingly wants to overthrow that very same corrupt Government?

[fanficapologist]

Hey!! So while I already know Aemond was taken to the Street of Silk at thirteen, it must have been unpleasant. He was forcefully introduced to sex, and I think he also got to come to terms with his attraction to Maera a little too soon. I mean, I’d like to think their relationship would have gone down the romance road even if Aemond was rather icy after he lost his eye, but he and Maera are kindred sprits. And at thirteen, I imagine it must have been confusing and he must have felt disgusted with himself perhaps?

I mean I’ve never experienced anything like Aemond but as a woman, even an unwanted touch on my arm makes my skin crawl. So I can’t imagine what it must have been like for him.

And while not everyone has Aegon’s sexual appetite, I’d like to think that experience contributed to why Aemond only engaged with servants. Well besides the fact that they’re convenient but because he has power over them.

Also, I did notice this bit:

When his peak would hit, he would climax into his hand or onto their backs, for his seed was sacred, a tool of House Targaryen, and would be used to father many of his heirs. No whore or mere maid was worthy of such a thing.

Can’t help but think it is significant to the plot and when he does give Alys his seed. Because ironically, he treasures it but he was willing to provide it to Alys, one he doesn’t have romantic feelings for. But then again, we all knew what she did with it, so I imagine he thought it was a fair exchange, much like his dragon.

Soo it seems stay tuned is the word of the day hahaha 😆

I have a question! How far will Aemond’s POV go? 😀 I’m curious if we’ll get to see their first meeting again and make it like chronological until he meets Alys or will you go straight for the jugular?

Alsoo, how many more chapters will we see Alys? 😆 please let be humbled by Maera again hahaha

Hope you’re enjoying your week so far!!

Hello my dear 🖤

I think his little crush with Maera was so sweet and innocent and cute as it should’ve been for, you know, a fucking nine year-old. And then his experience at thirteen has just completely destroyed his innocence and literally altered his fucking brain on how he looks at the world, particularly how he views relationships, especially with women 😣

Definitely with the servants it’s for a power dynamic. I can’t imagine how powerless he must’ve felt in that brothel, poor boy 🥺

Stay tuned is the phrase of the week 🤣 so let’s answer some of these questions; in terms of Aemond’s POV we’ll go chronologically. I’m only providing his chapters on key elements of the story, first meeting with Maera again, meeting Alys etc.

I’m returning to original ODAM this week…so maybe two or three more of Alys. Then she’ll make some appearances in Aemond POV as well. Don’t worry I’m sick of her as well 🖤