#Trio of Sorbets

[rabbitcruiser]

Wild Foods Day

Wild Foods Day is celebrated every year on October 28. It is a holiday dedicated to wildflowers, fruits, and veggies. Humans have consumed plants and gathered food from the wild for thousands of years. However, these wild foods are now increasingly appearing on menus in gourmet restaurants and raw food restaurants due to them being trendy. In addition, wild foods are free of preservatives and pesticides, and consuming them contributes to an environmentally conscious lifestyle.

History of Wild Foods Day

Wild foods are believed to have been in existence for over 40 million years. Wild food, generally, can be any edible plant that grows naturally without human intervention or any animal taken from its native environment for human use. It is easy to observe that the Earth is brimming with wild foods. Animals such as deer, elk, goose, turkey, and others are considered wild in the United States. In addition, various fruits and vegetables grow wild in many parts of the nation. Berry bushes of many sorts offer tasty fruits, and mushrooms cover the woodland floor. According to experts, there are approximately 2,000 edible and medicinal mushroom types worldwide. Nuts, herbs, tree fruits, and cactus pads are among more foods that grow independently, even in cities.

In many cases, wild foods are more nutritious than their farmed counterparts. This is most likely due to their natural survival mechanisms. For example, some plants grow thorns or emit an unpleasant odor to prevent predators, while others produce bitter-tasting chemical compounds. These substances are known as phytochemicals, and research reveals that these can offer us health benefits if consumed regularly.

Wild Foods Day started being mentioned regularly in the print media around 1974. Euell Gibbons, a wild food enthusiast, who became a minor media celebrity, most likely inspired the popularity of this day. He is best known for his debut book, “Stalking the Wild Asparagus.” Wild Foods Day is a celebration of all things wild and delicious that the planet has to offer.

Wild Foods Day timeline

40 Million Years Ago Wild Foods Appear

Wild foods are discovered and found in nature.

10,000 Years Ago Farming Emerges

Humans start to farm and grow their food.

1962 “Stalking the Wild Asparagus”

Euell Gibbons publishes this famous book.

1974 Wild Foods Day

The day begins to appear in print media.

Wild Foods Day FAQs

Are wild raspberries healthy?

Yes, they are rich in vitamin C, minerals, and fiber.

Are blackberry and black raspberry the same?

Even though they look very similar, black raspberries and blackberries are two completely different fruits.

What are some wild foods humans can survive on?

Humans can survive on various wild foods, such as bird eggs, wild grapes, wild berries, wild roses, bamboo shoots, wild asparagus, etc.

Wild Foods Day Activities

Learn about wild foods

Find wild foods

Eat wild foods

There is a plethora of information out there on wild foods. The different types, safety guidelines, procurement methods, etc., are interesting to learn about and might come in handy on your next trekking trip.

Using all your newfound information about wild foods, see if you can find any of them in your direct surroundings and analyze whether or not they are safe to consume. This could also be a fun activity to do with friends.

Wild foods are super trendy right now and have health benefits as well. See if your local grocery store has wild berries and other treats for you to indulge in.

5 Fun Facts About Edible Flowers

They can be minty

They can do it all

They can be strong

They can be buttery

They can be soothing

Violets taste like mint and are often used to garnish food for this reason.

Geraniums are great for savory dishes such as omelets, wines, and liquor.

Citrus flowers need to be used sparingly, or they can overpower the entire dish.

A large number of chopped flowers can be used to make flower butter.

Jasmine makes exceptional tea with many health benefits.

Why We Love Wild Foods Day

It is a unique holiday

It expands our palettes

It protects us

Wild Foods Day is a day unlike any other. It draws attention to something so widely available around us and the uses of wild food.

We can often go into a monotonous spiral when it comes to everyday food. A day like this encourages us to step out of our comfort zone and try something new.

Not all that is found in nature is safe. Some of it can be dangerous and deadly too. Wild Foods Day allows us to learn about these do’s and don’ts and preps us for our next wilderness adventure.

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[loveysloveclub]

untouchable - trevor zegras

next part

in which, lola hughes could never date her big brothers best friend. he was untouchable in every sense of the word.

going to the lake house had always been lola’s favourite time of the year. she didn’t think she could love it anymore, that was, until trevor zegras started showing up every year about four years ago.

from the second the girl saw the boy, him being 18 and her 15 at the time, she was completely infatuated.

but over the years, her infatuation began to become tormenting. her brothers had their suspicions. they all knew her like the back of their hands, so, it was completely out of the ordinary when the outgoing girl suddenly became shy and introverted every time the zegras boy was around. they found it amusing, especially since not only would trevor never feel the same (meaning he wasn’t allowed to feel the same) but he was also completely oblivious to the fact.

so, after years of torment, lola knew that this year was going to be no different. in fact, it was probably going to be worse.

her parents had decided to take a summer trip to europe, which meant that the amount of her brothers friends that would be staying at the lake house would be amplified. which meant, she was only going to become more invisible than she already was.

she was the first to arrive that summer, being able to finally drive by herself after the impossible mission which was getting her license. she had gotten frozen yoghurt from the shop just a few mere minutes away from the house and was currently sat at the kitchen table eating it whilst scrolling tiktok aimlessly, awaiting the arrival of her brothers who she hadn’t seen since christmas.

the door opened, announcing the arrival of the first hughes brother, which happened to be luke. and by the sounds of loud laughter, he wasn’t alone.

“lolly!” luke exclaimed when he saw his younger sister sitting by her lonesome. looking up from her phone, she smiled at her brother and the four other boys who were with him. she recognised one as dylan duke, luke’s best friend for like forever, but she wasn’t sure who the others were.

“is that frozen yoghurt?” one of the boys asked. the girl nodded at her head, looking down at the frozen yoghurt that she was finished with before sliding it over to him. the boy thanked her loudly before grabbing the cup and taking the seat next to her. “mark.” the boy introduced himself, mouth full of mango flavoured sorbet. “lola.” the brunette girl smiled back.

“fine, i’ll take your shit upstairs, no worries man.” ethan rolled his eyes at his friend before walking passed the two and up to where all the bedroom were. luke followed, ruffling up his sisters hair as he did so.

“god, ethan has been grumpy the entire trip.” mark complained, offering lola some of her own frozen yoghurt, to which she denied. “he turned off the radio once i started singing along, i took it personally.” dylan told the girl as he sat down on the other side of her.

“and for that, we are eternally grateful.” the last boy smiled sarcastically before also taking his belongings upstairs. “was he also grumpy the entire trip?” lola asked as she watched the boy leave. “no, mackie is in a permanent state of grump.”

lola laughed before the three fell into a comfortable small talk. they asked her questions about college, scrunching up their face when she told them she would be going to boston, they then proceeded to call her a traitor and would seek her out at every hockey game to remind her. they were even more offended when she told them that she had also gotten into michigan, but had still chosen to go to boston.

the front door had opened once more, interrupting the trios new conversation about what they wanted to do that summer.

jack entered, followed by alex and cole. lola jumped from her seat at the sight of the caulfield boy. “coley!” she exclaimed before tackling him in a suffocating hug. jack scoffed from behind the two, hating how his little sister liked his best friend more than him. “rude.”

“sorry jack, you’re so right.” lola smiled at her older brother before turning to alex, also jumping him in a hug. jack only rolled his eyes before travelling over to the fridge and opening it. “there’s no food.”

“go get some then.” lola shot back, crossing her arms when jack looked over at her with an expectant look. “but i don’t know what to get.”

“get food.” lola retorted like it was obvious. “can you go and get it?” he asked. “no, why is that my job?” lola shot back.

and alas, summer had finally began when lola and jack began to argue. the sun beamed hot and the boat swayed calmly in the water at the sound of the two bickering.

jack had stopped arguing, opting to just holding his card out to the girl. cole and alex, who saw this every year, smiled at the refreshing sight. lola eyed the card before snatching it out of his hand. “fine, but i’m buying myself something pretty.”

“we’ll come with you.” dylan spoke from the kitchen counter, mark nodding his head as they both got up from their spot. “thank you, new found friends.”

what was supposed to be a short trip to the grocery store, ended up a thirty minute food run and a two hour target adventure. lola had quickly realised that both mark and dylan were the perfect enablers to all her bad decisions. they had run around target like children without adult supervision until a worker had told them to leave.

coming back to the lake house, there were a few more cars outside and a lot more noise inside. all the boys were huddled in the living room when the three arrived back home, yelling at a tv screen which had a very intense game of mario kart playing on it.

“quinny!” lola exclaimed before jumping on the boy. quinn laughed before moving his sister beside him and wrapping an arm around her. lola loved all her brothers equally, but quinn was very obviously her favourite. “hi lolly.”

“really? i didn’t even get a hug!” jack exclaimed from the other side of the room. “i didn’t even get a hello!” luke countered. lola shrugged nonchalantly before refocusing her attention back to the screen.

“i got next.” trevor told everyone as he walked into the room. lola tensed at the sight of the boy, quinn laughing at her reaction silently. trevor glanced at the girl, his signature smile overtaking his face as he saw her. “what’s up, littlest hughes?”

she hated how he called her that. it reminded her of how he was never going to see her as anything but his best friends little sister. he couldn’t even call her by her name? really?!

“hi, z.” the girls voice was quiet, but just loud enough for everyone paying attention to hear it. those people being her brothers and mark, the estapa boy frowning at her reaction.

“babe!” a high pitched voice rang across the room as a bleached blonde, model type woman walked into the room. at the sight of one of the boys girlfriends, excitement filled lola up at the fact that she might not be the only girl here this summer. she could actually do things she wanted to do now, like get her nails done or tan.

but when trevors head perked up, and he got up from his spot on the floor to make his way over to the unknown girl, all excitement left her body. she watched intently as the two shared words before trevor nodded his head and guided his girlfriend up the stairs by the small of her back.

“whose that?” lola whispered to her older brother, who quickly took his eyes off the game to glance over to the retreating couple. “her names hayley, she’s trevor’s new girlfriend. she’s real nice, i’m sure you’d like her.” but as lola nodded her head stiffly, crossing her arms and sinking into the couch, quinn realised how wrong he was.

later that night, all the boys had retreated outside to play a game of.. well, lola wasn’t sure what it was but they basically just kicked a ball around. she had been playing with them all before jack kicked the ball too hard at her head, causing her to fall on the concrete and bust up her knees. after that, she had opted to sitting on the sidelines and watching.

she had been so caught up at quinn and luke avenging her by pegging the ball so hard at jack that he yelped every time they got their hands on it, that she didn’t even notice the boy approaching her.

“hey, littlest hughes.” she smiled up at the zegras boy, “i brought you a little something.” the boy took a seat beside her before handing her a bag of frozen peas. “stupid jack, always doing something to annoy me.” she said before taking the bag of peas. “thank you.”

she couldn’t help but gaze like a lovesick puppy at the boy, who paid no mind to the way she looked at him as he laughed at her remark.

“you know i’ll always be here to give you frozen peas when jack injures you. happens at least once every summer.”

this was true. jack had a habit of hurting his younger sister every summer, purposefully or accidentally. it didn’t matter, it just always happened somehow. one summer, he had to save her from drowning as she sprained her ankle when jack pushed her into the water. she still remembers how angry quinn was, it makes her laugh to this day. but everytime, trevor always showed up with a bag of frozen peas, whether she was crying in her bedroom or laying hopelessly on the floor of the kitchen.

“at least we got it out of the way this summer.” lola shrugged. “eh, it’ll probably happen again. you’re accident prone.” trevor laughed. lola scoffed loudly before hitting him in the arm repeatedly with the bag of peas. this only enhanced his laughter as the two began to hit each other with the same bag of peas.

“babe,” hayley approached the two, raising an eyebrow at the twos pea fight. lola felt as if she had been caught in the act, but trevor was nonchalant as he looked up at his girlfriend. “the boys want you back.”

trevor nodded as he climbed to his feet, “let me know when those ones melt, i’ll give you a fresh batch.” he winked playfully at the hughes girl before running back to his friends. both hayley and lola watched him leave with similar smiles before the blonde girl took a seat beside lola.

“hi lola.” she greeted. “hi hayley.” lola greeted back, an awkward smile displayed on her face. the two fell into an uncomfortable silence. hayley was the first to break it. “so, how long have you had a crush on trevor?”

out of all the questions she could have asked, this was the one that lola was least expecting. she almsot spit out her glass of water she was sipping on. "e-excuse me?"

hayley laughed at her response, "please, i see the way you look at him. plus, trev told me how you follow him around all summer. i think it's cute, really." lola couldn't tell if she was being genuine or not, which only make her more intimidated by the girl in front of her. "but hey, we've all been there, right?"

now, lola was even more confused. "been where?"

"had a crush on someone would never want us back."

god every word that left the girls mouth made lola's skin crawl. she wanted to punch the girl in the face, but lola also knew she was right.

"i mean, it's not like trevor would ever want you back. he's your brother's best friend and he's with me now."

lola nodded her head along to the girl's words, her mind running a million miles a minute. "i'm glad you understand that. see ya 'round." and with that, hayley was walking over to the group of boys to watch from a closer angle.

she wasn't sure if she should be mad or upset by the girl's words. i mean, everything she had told her she already knew. but she didn't need to be confronted about it. and trevor had told her that she followed him around all summer? that was probably what hurt her the most. she thought her and trevor were hanging out, but he apparently found it more annoying than he let on.

looking over at the group of boys, lola's faced etched in a large frown, she made eye contact with luke. her brother tilted his head in questioning, to which she just shook her head in response. the boy's eyes found hayley, narrowing them at the girl before flipping her off when she wasn't looking. this produced a small laugh from the youngest hughes sister, which allowed luke to return to his game with a content smile.

"hey, i brought you this." lola's eyes snapped over to mark, who was standing over her with a bag of frozen carrots. his eyes fell to the bag of frozen peas in her hand, and his smile dropped. "oh, nevermind."

lola's eyes fleeted over to trevor, who was watching the interaction with a furrowed brow. "these one's are melted anyways, thank you." lola smiled back up at mark, taking the carrots from his hand and placing the peas onto the table.

mark's face lit up as he took a seat next to the younger hughes girl. the two sat in a comfortable silence, watching the game unravelling before them.

"did you want to go get frozen yoghurt?" mark suddenly asked, catching lola off guard as her head snapped over to him. the boy looked nervous, which was so unlike the boy she saw in target today throwing weighted blankets on top of dylan to make him fall over. she smiled shyly at him, nodding her head before standing up and grabbing his hand. both of their faces heated into a red hue, as lola guided him through the house and out the front door to his car.

trevor watched the two leave, a little hurt at the disregard of his frozen peas. it was a hughes summer lake house tradition, and she had broken it for some lousy carrots.

"z! throw the damn ball, bro!" alex exclaimed. trevor rolled his eyes before throwing the ball and turning his attention to jack. "your sister just left hand in hand with that estapa kid."

"who? mark?" luke hadn't meant to eavesdrop in on the conversation, but when he heard both his sister and his best friend being mentioned, he couldn't help himself. trevor nodded his head in response. he knew how protective the three brothers, especially jack, were over their little sister, which is why he brought it up in the first place.

"mark's a cool guy." luke shrugged his shoulders, "and lola can do whatever she wants." this wasn't the reaction trevor was hoping for, but he wasn't sure why he was hoping for the opposite.

"why do you care, anyways?" jack asked, his eyebrows furrowed in confusion. sure, he didn't want his sister getting into a relationship, but he would deal with that later. however, he wasn't going to let trevor, the boy he knew lola had liked for years, ruin her fun.

"i don't, man. just thought i would let you know." trevor shrugged, before walking off to find his own girlfriend.

when the boy was finally out of ear sight, jack pulled his phone out of his pocket. "what are you doing?" luke asked his older brother.

"telling lola that she better not be doing anything she shouldn't be."

[atinycafe]

LIME SORBET — ch 02 [g-wagon]

PROMPT; reader finally comes back to s. korea as she finished her training in los angeles, ready to debut as a solo artist under kq ent! exciting right? well her sunbaes seem to like that idea too.

FEAT; alpha!ateez x omega!idol!reader, platonic!beta!maddox x reader (joong + san + woo focus)

IN THIS CHAPTER; reader has to share a ride w teez, stuck between san and woo, she tries not 2 suffocate

WRD COUNT; 2.2k

NOTES; joong is a dramaqueen, woo is touchy nd sani is a bby

TAGLIST; @marievllr-abg @cookiechristie ; lmk if you want 2 b added 2!

The trio of alpha companions stood in close proximity to the yawning trunk of the vehicle, their gaze fixated upon the back of the omega's head. Serene and patient, she awaited her place in the backseat, engrossed in conversation with Maddox as he ignited the engine. A somber twinkle danced in the depths of their eyes, signifying their solemnity as they prepared for what lay ahead.

"All right, rock-paper-scissors!" Hongjoong proclaimed, his hand forming a resolute fist. This was the sole manner in which they could determine who would have the privilege of sitting beside her. Convincing any one of them to surrender their place in favor of occupying the front seat was an insurmountable task.

Wooyoung and San mirrored his determined stance, poised to partake in the timeless game.

"On the count of three," Hongjoong intoned, his voice thick with anticipation. "One, two, three!"

The air crackled with the swift clash of hands, each alpha unveiling their chosen gesture. With scissors deftly slicing through Hongjoong's paper, San and Wooyoung reveled in their victory, their smiles radiating triumph. Meanwhile, Hongjoong's heart fragmented upon witnessing their exuberant high-five, leaving him defeated and crestfallen.

"Siuuu!" both Wooyoung and San exclaimed in unison, punctuating their triumph with raised fists, brimming with animated delight.

With the verdict reached, the inseparable pair eagerly claimed their positions on either side of the omega, nestling themselves comfortably in her midst. Wooyoung bestowed upon her a captivating smile, his eyes aglow with gentle warmth. "Looks like it's you and me, Omega. Buckle up for the ride."

Barely a moment passed before San playfully swatted Wooyoung's head, a mischievous glint in his eyes. "What do you mean 'you and me'?" he chided from the opposite side of the vehicle, leaning towards the omega to snatch Wooyoung's attention. "I'm right here too!~" Their teasing exchange filled the air, infusing the scene with an air of playful mirth.

The omega's cheeks flushed at the proximity, a swirling concoction of excitement and bashfulness enveloping her. Swiftly securing her seatbelt, she stole fleeting glances at both alphas, captivated by their presence.

Meanwhile, Wooyoung and San engaged in playful shoves and nudges, oblivious to the omega's heightened blush and the way she nestled herself inward, seeking solace within her own shell. Their lively interactions caused a lighthearted dance of pheromones within the confines of the car, a playful struggle for dominance.

Hongjoong, attuned to the surge of her anxiety, twisted in his seat to face the mischievous pair. His voice took on a commanding growl as he declared, "Settle down." The forceful tone left no room for doubt, conveying his seriousness to the alpha companions.

Upon hearing Hongjoong's authoritative growl, both Wooyoung and San immediately halted their playful antics, their expressions shifting to a mix of contrition and concern as they took in the hints of restlessness in her scent. They exchanged sheepish glances, realizing the unintended effect of their boisterous behavior.

"Shit sorry," Wooyoung stammered, his voice laced with genuine remorse. "We didn't mean to make you uncomfortable. Are you okay?"

San nodded in agreement, his eyes filled with earnest apology. "Yeah, we got carried away. We didn't mean to invade your personal space like that."

"No, oh my God!" She swiftly waved her hands in front of her, her eyes gleaming with sincerity. "You guys didn't do anything wrong. It's just that I'm quite the fan of your group, and being in such close proximity to all of you is making me feel a bit overwhelmed. I don't want to do anything embarrassing. I don't really know where to put myself." With a soft awkward giggle, she delicately pressed her hands against her rosy cheeks, as if hoping to gently suppress the ever-present blush that adorned her face since the moment she laid eyes on the idols she'd been hoping to meet for the past two years.

The boys almost combust, she was way too cute. And to top it off, she was a fan of theirs? It was simply unbelievable. Ain't no way bruh.

San found himself fighting the urge to lean in and kiss her cheeks, desperate to be as close to her as possible. His face adorning now a blush of its own matching the pretty omega sitting next to him. His gaze sharpens softly, his eyes almost closing, making his gaze too attractive (reader's words not mine!) she had to look somewhere else. Her words had an intoxicating effect on Woo, rendering him speechless. Wooyoung, known for his quick wit and sharp tongue, could only stare at her with his mouth agape. It was a rare occurrence for him to be left without words. Yet, the other alphas in the car could hear his thoughts racing with adoration for just how adorable she was.

Hongjoong, who was seating away from her, silently thanked his divine providence. He knew that sitting next to her would be a test of his self-control. The desire to hold her in his lap and bury his face in the crook of her neck, where her scent glands resided, would be too strong to resist. He would content himself with clutching his thighs so firmly that the fabric of his jeans might strain and fray, unintentionally giving birth to a new trend.

"'Quite the fan,' huh? I'd say you're obsessed," Maddox's words sliced through the air, shattering the tension that had settled in the car like shards of glass. "You literally told me the only reason you auditioned to KQent was because of the KQfellaz show." Maddox, comfortably positioned in the driver's seat, cast a sly glance at her through the rearview mirror, unable to resist the temptation of disclosing her secret, a mischievous smirk playing on his lips.

"Moon, what the fuck!" the omega exclaimed, her voice hushed, her cheeks ablaze with embarrassment.

Maddox chuckled, his mischievous grin refusing to be contained. "Oh come on, guys," he teased, diverting his attention to the alphas."You won't believe it. Our rookie here is an atiny. Like the whole package photocards, posters and shit"

San and Wooyoung turned their heads simultaneously, their eyes widening with a delightful blend of surprise and delight. While they had been taken aback by her being a fan, the revelation of her deep-rooted and longstanding dedication added an unexpected layer of connection, surpassing the boundaries of their mere mate link.

Overwhelmed by the sudden attention, the omega's shyness reached its peak, causing her to instinctively kick Kyungmoon's seatback, a momentary release of pent-up emotions. However, before she could register her action, Wooyoung's reflexes kicked in, his hand swiftly gripping her shin in a protective gesture. With a soft tsk, he uttered the endearing nickname, "Be careful, baby," as if it were a natural extension of their dynamic. His thumb tenderly caressed the top of her leg, leaving her bewildered by the intensity of his gentle touch. Puzzled, she wondered why he was focused on a part of her leg she hadn't even used to strike the car. What the fuck was he on, like— The enigma of his actions swirled in her mind, amplifying the impact of his tender gestures, making it a challenge to resist the melting sensations that threatened to engulf her.

I mean, Wooyoung was caressing her leg! What the fuck! The realization hit her like a sudden rush of adrenaline. As a fellow member of the same entertainment company, she had anticipated some level of interaction with the boys, but nothing could have prepared her for the intimacy she was experiencing now. The way Wooyoung's fingers delicately grazed her leg sent shivers down her spine, a sensation she couldn't quite explain. It wasn't just a friendly gesture between colleagues; it held a subtle, electrifying energy that made her heart race.

Caught between a mix of excitement and uncertainty, her mind raced with questions. Was this their usual behavior with fans, or was there something more behind Wooyoung's gentle touch? Did he even realize the effect he had on her? The conflicting thoughts swirled in her mind, creating a storm of emotions she struggled to contain.

"He's gonna be the death of me," she whispered inwardly, her voice laced with a mix of amusement and trepidation. Wooyoung's carefree personality was renowned within the group, always exuding an infectious energy and playful nature. But this newfound closeness, the tenderness of his touch, was driving her to the brink of insanity.

With every caress, it became increasingly difficult for her to ignore the growing attraction to him. The way he moved with such ease, his fingers tracing patterns on her skin, sent a surge of warmth through her veins. It was as if he held the power to awaken a dormant part of her being, a part she had never dared to acknowledge before.

Lost in her thoughts, she allowed herself a stolen glance at Wooyoung, whose eyes sparkled with mischief and a hint of something more. Was he aware of the effect he had on her? Did he feel the same inexplicable connection that had ignited within her soul? The uncertainty gnawed at her, simultaneously thrilling and terrifying her.

Not being able to hold eye contact any longer, her eyes shifted to his hands again. Only know noticing the intricate network of veins that traced their way across Wooyoung's hands and forearms. (i had 2 mention woo's veins at least once grr)

San, witnessing the tender exchange unfolding before his eyes, couldn't resist the magnetic pull drawing him closer to her. With a surge of longing coursing through his veins, he reached out and gently captured her hand, their fingers intertwining seamlessly in a harmonious union. His touch, roughened by the challenges they faced as idols, delicately intertwined with her dainty, perfectly manicured fingers, creating an electric current that danced along his skin. The sensation ignited a wildfire of desire within him, a deep-seated longing to explore the depths of their connection.

A soft smile graced San's lips as he leaned in closer, his eyes filled with genuine curiosity. "Tell me more," he whispered, his voice tinged with a mixture of intrigue and mischievousness. "Who's your favourite one among us?", his dimples adding a touch of playfulness to his words.

"Oh it's—" Before Maddox could interject, his words were met with a low, but soft growl that rippled through the air. Her firm frown, paired with the intensity of her gaze directed at the driver, sent a clear message. She was a force to be reckoned with, a fierce protector of her own secrets, omega or not.

"Don't you fucking dare," she uttered, her eyes drilling into the back of Maddox's head.

Yet, even in her assertiveness, her inherent charm couldn't be concealed. Hongjoong, feeling his heart ache with a bittersweet longing, let himself succumb to the weight of his emotions. He closed his eyes, allowing his head to rest gently against the cool windowpane, seeking solace in the fragments of her presence that lingered within his thoughts (he's such a dramaqueen omg). The memory of her subtle growl, the way her eyebrows knitted together and her nose adorably scrunched up, etched itself into his mind, fueling his yearning to embrace her in a tender, everlasting bond.

She possessed an ethereal beauty, a delicate presence that captivated his attention. However, he understood the fragility of her position as a newcomer in the cutthroat entertainment industry. The challenges faced by solo artists to establish themselves in the realm of Korean Pop were immense, and he didn't want to add to her burden with his own alpha bullshit.

"Oh, come on, tell us~," Wooyoung playfully whined, his hand still firmly planted on her leg, inching up to rest on her knee. His eyes held a mischievous glimmer, conveying his genuine curiosity. "I promise I won't be mad if it's not me."

Her laughter bubbled up, a delightful melody that filled the car, and he couldn't help but feel a surge of warmth in his chest. Her fingers delicately covered her mouth, inadvertently highlighting the curve of her lips and the way her eyes crinkled with mirth. The alphas found themselves enraptured by the sight, their gazes softening in response to her radiant joy.

With a soft smile, Wooyoung leaned in closer, his voice a mere whisper. "Just one hint," he urged, his anticipation palpable. He held his breath, waiting with bated longing for the words that would reveal her favourite among them.

She hummed playfully, her eyes flickering upwards as if considering his request. Her long lashes almost grazed her arched eyebrows, casting delicate shadows on the light blue eyeshadow adorning her eyelids. The air crackled with suspense as she granted him a single hint, her teasing nature adding an extra layer of intrigue.

Wooyoung nodded eagerly, his eyes fixed on her. He awaited her words like a devoted pet, his loyalty and curiosity intertwined.

"He's pathetic" Hongjoong shared through his mind with a big smile on his face, his thoughts transmitting directly to San's mind.

San couldn't resist the urge to chime in, a knowing smirk playing on his lips. "She's got him hooked," he added, recognizing the power she held over their hapless companion.

"It's not you." she smirked, the playful mischief dancing in her eyes.

Silence engulfed the car, the other occupants momentarily frozen, before a wave of laughter erupted from everyone except Wooyoung. The sound filled the space, a chorus of amusement and camaraderie, as they relished in the light-hearted banter and the unexpected twist she had delivered.

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[dumb-teambucciarati-headcanons]

Got any headcanons about team Bucciarati and their relationships/thoughts on the members of La Squadra? :eyes:

Yes!!! I love this ask! This is gonna take place in my everyone lives au, that most of my headcanons take place in. SPOILER WARNING btw

this one is kind of long.

-firstly, Trish hates them all and for good reason.

-secondly, Bruno has an issue with their morals when it comes to selling drugs. Because drugs are like, his least favorite thing. They call him no drugs Bruno.

-Thirdly, they all adore Sorbet and Gelato!

FORMAGGIO:

- Giorno gets along with formaggio alright, he thinks he is a piece of shit though. But he finds his shrinking stand to be very interesting and they have combined their powers together before to make a tiny jungle.

-Narancia and Mista are best buddies with Formaggio, and they cause chaos all the time. Narancia and Formaggio have a little rivalry going on though because of their fight, but they’re pals because they are all dumbasses.

-Fugo hates him because when Fugo gets upset about something, Formaggio will activate his stand to make him small so his yelling is higher pitched.

-Abbacchio doesn’t like when Formaggio is around because he makes the loud ones even louder. He has a special pair of noose cancelling headphones for when he visits.

-Bruno doesn’t really talk to or like Formaggio.

ILLUSO:

-Giorno respects him for the fight they had and the determination he showed. Hates his guts though.

-Illuso can’t forgive Giorno, Fugo, or Abbacchio for causing him to go through so much pain. He doesn’t know if he blames Giorno or Fugo more for getting infected so bad with Purple haze. Those three don’t really like Illuso that much, Giorno is the only one that at least respects him out of the trio.

-Bruno thinks his stand is neat because he likes other dimension stands.

-Trish thinks his hair is ugly.

PESCI and PROSCIUTTO:

-Prosciutto likes Narancia because he reminds him a little bit of a braver Pesci. Pesci doesn’t like Narancia because he is jealous of him/thinks his big bro likes him more (which isn’t true). Narancia won’t forget how prosciutto made him look like a rotten grape.

-Mista likes Prosciutto because he shot him three times in the head, if it had been four times his ghost would hate him. He thinks Pesci looks like a pineapple.

-Abbacchio thinks Prosciutto is wonderful because he was the cause of “the best nap of his life” when he was in the turtle on the train. Like sure it almost cost him his life, but to be able to sleep like that again.

-Bruno doesn’t think Pesci is anything like Narancia, but can see where prosciutto is coming from. Bruno didn’t like Pesci at first, and is often irritated with him. But he does have a soft spot for him now.

MELONE:

-I think they all hate Melone to be honest.

GHIACCO: (or however you spell his name)

-Fugo and him talk about their anger issues and pet peeves, and Fugo gives him advice about how to control your anger better. They surprisingly get along alright, but if they are both upset at each other it is bad.

-Mista likes to irritate him. Narancia irritates him, but not on purpose.

-He and Giorno and Fugo went ice skating one time, he made the ice rink. It was summer. People were confused.

RISOTTO:

-Abbacchio doesn’t like him, there can be only one best dressed goth in town.

-Bruno respects him and likes how he cares about his team. Risotto likes Bruno, but what is up with that haircut? When his team complains to him about something he will say “well at least you aren’t working for a guy with an ugly haircut like bucciarati” and someone from his team responds with “yeah, but we get the ugly hat …”.

-Risotto likes Narancia because of how he “let him” use his stand that one time. Narancia thinks Risotto has a better outfit than Abbacchio, but he won’t say it.

[barbieburnanator]

Hi!! Is it ok to ask more questions about your OC amber? Like what kind of food she enjoys at the monastery and what places she's likely to frequent!! Ty for sharing your art and creativity! 🥺🥺🥹🥹

IT IS ALWAYS OKAY TO ASK ABOUT MY OC AMBER!! I don’t get that many questions about her, so when I do it makes me really happy! It blows my mind that others like her so much that they would want to know more. 😊

For food, Amber has a big sweet tooth. Though probably not as much as Lysithea, she loves nothing more than sipping tea and enjoying a baked good. (If you give her cake she will be your best friend!!) Amber herself grew up on a farm, so she ate a lot of staples foods growing up like soups and stews. When she found herself at the monastery, she was delighted to find new dishes to try, attempting any new foods that came her way. So far she’s learned that spicy food isn’t so much her thing, as well as fish, though she will eat anything that is placed in front of her. (If nothing else to be thoughtful and not wasteful of the food itself.) She enjoys mostly vegetables and/ or meat dishes.  Here’s what she likes that’s offered at the dinning hall – sauteed jerky, vegetable stir-fry, Gronder meat skewers, onion Gratin soup, fried crayfish (the only seafood she likes), pheasant roast with berry sauce, sweet bun trio, and peach sorbet.

As for places she likes to frequent to around the monastery, she loves to spend time around the library, stables, greenhouse, and nearby woods. The library and reading remind her of when her parents would read to her before bed. Often reading until she fell asleep. Now as a young adult and with her parents gone, she likes to read when trying to fall asleep. It gives her comfort. Sylvain has seen her on multiple occasions staring out of a window from the library. When asked about it, Amber states that the view from that window in particular looks like the view from her house growing up. Standing here at dusk takes her back to a time before she was all alone. An important detail about Amber is that she works for the monastery to help pay her way through classes. She’ll spend time at the stables caring for the horses and other animals and likes to visit the stables in her spare time as well. Mercedes caught her taking scarps from the dining hall to feed the cats and dogs around the stables. Since then, the two will collect food scraps to give to the animals. The greenhouse is for sure one of her favorites! Growing up on a farm, she spent time tending to crops, but she also helped her mother grow flowers as well! Her real name (Amber isn’t her birth name) is based off a flower given to her by her mother. As such, she loves to help grow the plants in the greenhouse. There’s been a rumor that someone heard her sing to the plants late at night. Ignatz confesses later that it was him, stating that he heard the voice and needed to know who was singing such a beautiful song. And finally, the woods around the monastery. She would live out there if she could (but Seteth wouldn’t allow it) as it’s the closest to feeling like home to her. The big trees, wild animals, babbling brooks, it all gives her comfort and makes her feel at peace. She likes to collect herbs to create salves and game to sell in town. She can be seen reading under a particular tree near the edge of the woods. But she has had to find a new hiding spot as Claude now likes to look for her every time he’s out there. An endless game of hide-and-seek.

Wow! That’s a lot but I couldn’t stop writing. I really enjoy answering questions like this, thanks so much for asking it really means a lot to me. 😊

Here’s a little sketch of Amber as well!

[tastesoftamriel]

West Weald Inn

Featuring Colovia's finest ingredients in every bite

Starters

West Weald heirloom tomato salad, with torched buffalo mozzarella and basil salt

Shardrock mutton ham platter, glazed with Colovian honey with a grilled jalapeño crust, served thinly sliced with honeydew melon and flatbread

Flame-grilled, cheese-stuffed beef meatballs, with a trio of dipping sauces

Skingrad tomato soup, with red wine, smoked peppers, and a crisp West Weald parmesan crust

Mains

Spaghetti cacio e pepe: Spaghetti cooked in a wheel of West Weald cave-aged parmesan, and flambéed with Cyrodiilic Brandy. A must-try!

Shetcombe Farm grass-fed wagyu steak, served with Colovian Brandy gravy

Pan-fried duck breast: Served medium, with a sweet orange West Weald pinot noir reduction and creamed battaglir

Skingrad rabbit stew, with a West Weald parmesan crust and topped with 'nduja

Desserts

Honeydew melon sorbet, with fresh fruits

Spiced pumpkin pie, with whipped cream

Colovian honey-brandy cream tart, with a caramelised biscuit crust

Colovian burned cheesecake, with salted caramel drizzle

[abbacchiosbelt]

Of all the La Squadra guys, which ones could you see together in polycules with the reader (aside from Sorbet and Gelatto of course)?

I personally have a lot of fun picturing my oc with Risotto and Melone

ooh, this is a fun q!! i think risotto and melone work really well together. some other fave polycule pairings of mine:

prosciutto and melone - i think i've even filled a request for two for this one! i think they would play off each other surprisingly well, and a reader can really spice up the dynamic.

risotto and formaggio - ^ see above. it just works!!

illuso and prosciutto - RIP your self-esteem, these bitches are catty... but they also make a surprisingly good trio with you.

^ add risotto on the pro + lulu + reader trio. he balances out illuso and prosci in a way no one but him could. fun.

pesci + riz - now hear me out!! risotto would give pesci the same sort of confidence boost prosciutto would, but with risotto as his partner, pesci would be able to come into his own.

the classic, prosci + pesci - pesci would be a little more subdued at first, but i think with having you and prosciutto as partners, he'd be able to find his own rhythm. prosci is prone to micromanaging in this set-up.

anyways i always have Many polyposting thoughts so feel free to send asks about it!!

[princessmacedon]

Maria von Medon, a noble specializing in Faith magic and a student of the Blue Lions. This unit values connecting with others. Try recruiting her again when you've formed more bonds? (RECRUITMENT REQUIREMENTS: have at least three B supports.)

PERSONAL INFORMATION

GENDER. female AGE. 15 -> 17 HEIGHT. 5'2" BIRTHDATE. April 5th CREST / HOLY BLOOD. n/a CLASS. Blue Lions student AFFILIATION. Macedon, and later the United Kingdom of Archanea BIOGRAPHY. The youngest princess of the former Kingdom of Macedon, now part of the Archanean Alliance. She holds great curiosity toward the world and all its sights, but most importantly, she loves to meet and befriend others. Came to Fódlan to improve her preexisting skills, learn new ones, and become overall more capable; secretly, she hoped to find her brother again as well.

PERSONAL HISTORY

Year 594 - Princess Maria of Macedon is born, the youngest of three.

Year 598 - King Osmond of Macedon is assassinated, and Michalis succeeds the throne.

Year 600 - Michalis asks Maria to become a hostage to Dohlr; Maria, wanting to protect the people of Macedon and make her brother happy, complies.

Year 604 - Maria is freed from Castle Deil by Prince Marth of Altea and his army, thereafter joining him alongside Minerva in the War of Shadows. Following Michalis' defeat, she watches over him in Macedon's aery until he recovers.

Year 607 - Maria is kidnapped by Gharnef while studying magic in Khadein. Later the following year, Prince Marth and his army defeat Medeus and free the captured clerics, Maria among them. She and Minerva stay with Lena at her convent, caring for orphans.

Year 609 - Maria resumes her studies and departs for Fódlan.

INTERESTS. learning new things, exploring, spending time with others LIKES. spending time with loved ones & making friends; making things (like sweet little treats!) (...AKA baking, sewing, embroidering, etc); wyverns, pegasi, and the sky; reading stories and poetry; flowers. DISLIKES. being helpless or a burden on others; eating alone; pitch darkness; so-called 'humor' that relies on tearing people down; arguments, especially those of her siblings. CLOSE ALLIES. Michalis, Minerva, Marth, Tiki ; Soren, Yuri, Chad, Roy (dropped but not forgotten) STATUS. the last princess of Macedon, but one of its first daughters to see a united Archanea

DINING HALL PREFERENCES

LIKES. ( saghert and cream, fish and bean soup, vegetable pasta salad, onion gratin soup, sweet and salty whitefish sauté, sweet bun trio, garreg mach meat pie, pheasant roast with berry sauce, peach sorbet, vegetable stir-fry, derdriu-style fried pheasant ) -- the simple act of sharing a meal with Maria is guaranteed to raise your friendship with her, but these dishes give the biggest boosts

DISLIKES. ( cabbage and herring stew ) -- there's no penalty for making her eat this (and other markedly bitter foods), but the friendship gain is comically low

DINING HALL NOTES

FAVORITE DISH.

"Oh! This one's really yummy, hee hee. Want to try a bite?"

LEAST FAVORITE DISH.

"...Huh? Oh, no, don't worry! This time I'll beat the bitterness for sure, hee hee."

EATING SPICY DISH.

"Ooh-- wah-- hot, hot, hot! Hee hee... I'm-- still not so good with-- ooh, with spicy food. But it's so good...!"

WITH MICHALIS.

"Isn't it yummy, Brother? If you like it, I'll try to learn how to make it. Let's have a picnic later!"

WITH MINERVA.

"What do you think, Sister? Yummy, right? Hee hee! Maybe we should take the recipe back to Miss Lena one day!"

WITH ROY.

"Well, I-- hee hee-- I mean-- heeheehee-- I think it was a perfectly tasty pizza!"

WITH KENT.

"Do you have any room for dessert, Ser? I made some thumbprint cookies yesterday! With elderberry jam, heeheehee."

TEATIME GUIDE

FAVORITE TEAS. sweet-apple tea, albinean berry blend, crescent-moon tea, chamomile

CONVERSATION TOPICS. a dinner invitation. a place you'd like to visit. a word of advice. books you've read recently. cats. children at the market. cooking mishaps. exploring the monastery. favorite sweets. first crushes. gardening mishaps. gifts you'd like to receive. heart-racing memories. likable allies. monastery mysteries. our first meeting. overcoming weaknesses. shareable snacks. someone you look up to. tell me about yourself. thanks for everything. the view from the bridge. things that bother you. working together. how you're doing lately.

TEATIME QUOTES

GREETING.

"I'm here! And I brought some desserts with me, too!"

"Hee hee, thank you for the invitation. I'm so happy to spend time with you like this!"

"Oh! I guess we both got here early, huh? Hee hee! I was just so excited!"

FAVORITE TEA.

"Mmm... This is one of my favorites! I'm so glad you like it too!"

FIVE STAR TEA.

"Oh! This tea... hee hee, thank you. I'll make sure to enjoy it with all my heart!"

BEING OBSERVED.

"Oh! What? What is it?"

"[gasp] Do I have crumbs on my face?"

"Is there something on your mind? You can tell me, if you want."

QUIPS.

"Hee hee!"

"A pretty blue sky..."

"Mm! Tasty!"

"I wonder if (he/she/they)'d like this flavor, too..."

"Really?"

"Wow...!"

"♫Hm hm hm!♫"

"Yeah!"

"Oh! And then? What happened next!"

"It's warm..."

ENDING.

"Hee hee, I had lots of fun today! Let's do this again sometime -- I'll make your favorites! That's a promise!"

FINAL COMMENTS.

(1) "What are your favorite teas? Your favorite snacks? ...Am I going to bring you some? Hee hee! That's a secret!" ANSWER: Chat, Laugh

(2) "When I was reeeaally little, I used to ask my brother and sister to play with me. I'd make them tea, and... heeheehee! Well, I've gotten a lot better at it since then!" ANSWER: Laugh, Sip Tea

(3) "My brother and sister are my favorite people in the whole wide world, but they can be so silly sometimes! But you know what? I'm going to be even more stubborn than both of them, hee hee." ANSWER: Commend, Sip Tea

(4) "I haven't seen a whole lot of the world so far, but I think it must be very pretty." ANSWER: Nod, Disagree, Chat

(5) "There's something really happy about sharing food together, don't you think?" ANSWER: Nod, Sip Tea

(6) "I've always believed that there are lots of different ways to be strong, and to protect someone. Still... Sometimes it would be nice to be strong like my siblings are." ANSWER: Sigh, Nod, Chat

MISCELLANEOUS DIALOGUE.

GIFT GUIDE

LIKED GIFT: Floral Adornment, Tasty Baked Treat, Gemstone Beads, Armored Bear Stuffy, Watering Can, Tea Leaves, Stylish Hair Clip, Legends of Chivalry, Ancient Coin, any flowers DISLIKED GIFT: Training Weight, Hunting Dagger, Ceremonial Sword

DISLIKED GIFT.

"Hmm... Hee hee! Thank you for thinking of me."

LIKED GIFT.

"Hee hee, thank you! I'm really happy!"

FAVORITE GIFT.

"Wow...! Is this for me? Really? Oh, I love it! Thank you so much!"

LOST ITEMS.

TIMEWORN JOURNAL: A well-kept if obviously aged journal, its entries date back many years and are addressed not to itself, but to a person. There are many crude but lovingly rendered drawings within. It probably belongs to someone who's been looking for someone for a very long time. LOCATION: Courtyard

UNFINISHED HANDKERCHIEF: A lovely square of fabric decorated with what seems to be the beginnings of an embroidery project. Looks like... (apple trees/wisteria/sunflowers)? It probably belongs to someone who likes making gifts for others. LOCATION: Blue Lions Classroom

FOREIGN PENDANT: A subtle-yet-elegant pendant of foreign make. Its quality suggests a high degree of nobility; there is a small emblem of a wyvern on the back of it. It probably belongs to someone sentimental. LOCATION: Cathedral

OWNER.

"Oh! This is mine -- I've been looking for it everywhere! Thank you so much!"

NOT OWNER.

"Hmm... This isn't mine, but maybe... have you asked (name)?" *has an increased chance of suggesting the right person the higher her support rank with the item's owner.

MONASTERY QUOTES.

CHOIR PRACTICE.

"The songs of Fódlan are so different from Archanea. It's really neat!"

"Hm hm hm...♫ Hee hee! Isn't singing fun?"

COOKING.

"It looks so yummy! Do you want to share this together when we're done?"

"Are you nervous? Hee hee, don't worry! I used to help out a lot with cooking at the convent -- I'll help you out!"

"Aah, wait, wait! Not the-- ...hee hee... hahaha! Well, that's okay, too! We'll figure something out."

TUTORING.

INSTRUCT.

BAD.

"...Mmm... How do I..."

CRITIQUE: "I see... I should look at it like that, and... Oh! I think I'm starting to get it!" CONSOLE: "Hee hee... thank you. I'll try even harder next time!"

GREAT.

"I always do my best!"

"I'm getting better, step by step!"

PERFECT.

"I did it! Do you think my siblings would be proud of me?" PRAISE: "...! Hee hee... Thank you. That means so much to me."

TASKS.

STABLE DUTY.

"Horses have such cute, soft noses! Maybe I should ask if I can feed Helena an apple later..."

WEEDING.

"There's a right place for everything -- we just have to find it!"

SKY WATCH.

"Now it's my turn to touch the sky... Hee hee, come on! It's such a pretty day -- let's go!"

CERTIFICATION EXAMS.

FAILED.

"Hmm... alright! I'll study more, and try even harder next time!

PASSED.

"Yay! I did it! Just one more step toward being strong like my siblings!"

LEVEL UP.

0 TO 2 STATS UP.

"I have to try even harder..."

3 TO 4 STATS UP.

"I'll get there eventually!"

5 STATS UP.

"I'm just following the example they set!"

6 STATS UP.

"Hee hee... Maybe one day, I'll catch up to them! Do you think they'll be surprised?"

UPON REACHING LEVEL 99.

"Next time, I'll protect them, too."

UPDATE GOALS.

FAITH.

"Did you know? In Archanea, you have to use staves and tomes to use magic, but in Fódlan you don't need any of that! I don't know if I can bring that kind of magic back home, but if I can help even without a staff, then it's worth a try, isn't it? Trying to keep up with both of them gets a little tough sometimes, though!"

AXE + FLYING.

"My home, Macedon, was known for its wyvern knights -- and my brother and sister were the strongest of all of them! I chose to be a cleric to protect them like they protect me, but... hee hee! Thanks to them, I love the sky."

REASON.

"Axes are so different from magic. Their strengths and weaknesses, their range, the types of foes they're better against... I won't ever be as good with axes as my big brother and sister, but that's okay, isn't it? I'm not them -- I'm their little sister! And I'll always be there to support them!"

BUDDING TALENT.

"Woah... This is new... and exciting! Heeheehee."

NEW SKILL.

"I learned a new trick! Do you want to see?"

RECLASSING.

(1) "There's still so much I can learn!"

(2) "I'll do my best!"

(3) "I've never considered this before... but I guess I'll start now!"

BATTLE QUOTES.

MOCK BATTLE RETREAT.

"Ow! I should take care of myself... I can still learn from watching everyone else."

(Edelgard specific) "Ouch...! I already knew you were strong, but you really showed me again! Hee hee... take care of yourself, okay?"

FIRST KILL.

"...O goddess of this land, please welcome them..."

(After Sabbam Vitatham, super real & canon event) "... ... ... O Naga... I..."

WHEN SELECTED.

FULL / HIGH HP.

"I'm here with you!"

MEDIUM HP.

"I'm okay!"

LOW HP.

"I've got to be careful..."

ENEMY DEALS 1 OR NO DAMAGE OR MISSES.

"I still have lots of catching up to do!"

CRITICAL ATTACK.

"One, two, three!"

"It's my turn to protect them!"

"I won't lose!"

"Here I come!"

GAMBIT.

"Everyone -- together!"

GAMBIT BOOST.

"Let's put an end to this!"

DEFEATED ENEMY.

"O goddess..."

"I'm a princess of Macedon, too!"

"...I hope that you're at peace."

"Just one more step..."

ALLY DEFEATS ENEMY.

"I'm so happy you're alright!"

"Wow...! You were amazing!"

(Michalis/Minerva exclusive) "Hee hee... You're just as cool as I remember, (Brother/Sister)!"

ALLY HEALS/RALLIES.

"Thank you! I'm feeling better already!"

"I won't let you down!"

"Since you believe in me, I'll work even harder!"

DEFEAT QUOTE.

CASUAL.

"Ow! No, I can't...! I won't make them cry again...!"

CLASSIC.

"Michalis... Minerva... I... Just one more time... Togeth...er..."

THE ADVICE BOX.

I'm really cheerful when I'm with people, but sometimes I worry that makes other people not hear me out at all. Sometimes my siblings just brush me off!

>Start acting differently and maybe they'll change their mind. >Show them through your actions. They'll realize eventually. (correct?) >Stop being small

SOURCE: shadoll -- super fun meme! thank you!! <3

[anonymouspuzzler]

I've got a bunch of random questions from off the top of my head so pardon me for this...

• Who is. More likely to own 10 cats between the trio :3c

• Who is more likely to fall asleep on the couch while watching tv and the one most likely to either tuck that person in or carry them to their bed

• Any "irrational" fears that the trio got? :0

• Fave flavour of ice cream if they eat / can eat em

• How old is Minnie— I assume Buck and Davey are in their 40s-50s so I won't ask abt that! Unless you clarify, that's alr too :3c

• How would the trio react if. They met clones of themselves and had to figure out which are the OG ones out of each other...........

• Can I pet da Cookie... Also does da Cookie bite.......

THE QUESTIONS GAUNTLET!!! FUCK YES!!!!!

It's a close one - Minnie's the big animal-lover of the trio, but also because of that, I think she'd be more likely to recognize when Too Much Is Too Much and try to get those cats to other, safe, loving homes. Davey, similarly, is soft-hearted and would be likely to get attached, but is also fairly responsible and would know when to cut himself off. Buck will swear up and down he hates animals but he is also soft-hearted deep down, so I think he would be the most likely to get suckered into Ten Cats and have a hard time letting go of any of 'em.

Davey is a chronic couch napper, full stop. That said, I think Davey's the most likely to carry either of the other two to bed and/or tuck them in. (He's also the strongest of the trio - Buck can lift either of them if he really has to, but it's certainly not easy for him, and I don't think Minnie could pick up A Grown Adult Man on her own. at most she might be able to drag them a short distance. like, say, dragging Davey's napping ass off the couch so she can sit down)

They're all a little bit paranoid in their own ways, though in all their cases a lot of their fears aren't "irrational" so much as "very much rational but impacting their life in ways that aren't healthy". they are all so normal

Davey's favorite is a rocky road. I think Minnie probably likes a fruity sorbet best, but she'll have basically anything and be happy; I think she's probably a sucker for dumb novelty flavors too. Buck continues to argue that Regular Unflavored Yogurt With Nothing In It counts as an ice cream and he WILL die on that hill

Minnie has just recently turned 13 when the comic starts! (For the record, Buck is 49 and Davey is 46 - I usually just say "middle aged" but they DO have exact ages)

I think they would ignore the clones, conclude (probably correctly) that resident mad scientist Dr. Practis had something to do with this, and go after Practis to solve the problem rather than engage with the heart of the problem at all. (That said, Buck and Davey have enough of a long and intimate history with each other that, assuming the clones are purely aesthetically identical and don't have any of the originals' knowledge, they could probably pick out the real deal in no time. Minnie would probably be tougher for them since they're still getting to know her; Minnie, similarly, would have a tough time picking out the right Buck and Davey.)

Cookie was a class pet up until Minnie stole her took her home to watch over spring break and then never went back, so she's pretty amenable to pets and has a Very High Tolerance for bullshit before biting. She Will escape at first opportunity, though, so watch out

[makerofmadness]

I laughed. So hard.

the inexplicable Person In A Gingerbrave Costume. The I think squid game reference. The planking. The budget cut. The audible parody. The sponsorships. The Sorbet Shark reading an audio book that costs like 1billion for some reason-

also Gelato Trio making more puns than fubkign Sans Undertale and everyone except Uni wanting to punt him for it-

but also LICO AND ROCKY GOT ELIMINATED :'( sadness and pain

New reaction image though

so yeah this was hype and I swear to God I was so scared for Cream Unicorn im rooting for them so hard right now-

[rabbitcruiser]

National Shortbread Day

Delicious buttery biscuits, perfect for any occasion, with a crumbly texture that melts in your mouth and a hint of sweetness.

There are very few foods in the world that can make a person think of Scotland quite so strongly as shortbread does. The only other close contender would be haggis–and that food tends to evoke rather mixed sentiments when mentioned to anyone outside of Scotland! Yeah, there are Scotch eggs too, but it seems an important reminder that while they are decidedly British in invention, it is somewhat harder to pin them particularly on Scotland.

Scotch whiskey is a beverage, after all, so it doesn’t really count when it comes to Scottish foods. While no Robert Burns Night observance would be complete without some shortbread, it seems that having a day dedicated to the making and eating of shortbread can’t really be a bad thing on its own.

After all, who doesn’t like shortbread? So now there are two different days where it is delightful (if not compulsory!) to enjoy shortbread. This is true, even though everyone knows that shortbread is good year round and no one really needs an excuse to make and enjoy shortbread on any day of the year!

Now it’s time to celebrate National Shortbread Day!

History of National Shortbread Day

For those who might be wondering about the history of shortbread itself, now is the time to learn a bit about it. As it turns out, shortbread has medieval origins and supposedly Mary, Queen of Scotland, invented modern shortbread in the 16th century by adding sugar to an existing recipe. Rumor has it that these were originally flavored with caraway seeds, but Queen Mary decided to sweeten it up a bit.

Of course, it can’t be verified whether or not that story is true, but it’s a fun idea to go along with. Honestly, that story sounds a bit like one of those popular myths such as George Washington’s cherry tree but, for all anyone knows, it could actually be based in fact.

What is known to be true is that Scotland has been inseparable from shortbread since the 18th century. After all, the first printed recipe for shortbread was published by one Mrs. McLintock back in 1736 and the association has stuck ever since.

While the mid-18th century was a critical period in Scottish history, even something as mundane as a recipe became a marker of national identity. Therefore, it is important to say that shortbread is delicious and is worthy of such an honor.

How to Celebrate National Shortbread Day

Celebrating National Shortbread Day is a delightful pursuit that brings with it thoughts of Scottish Highlands and plaid kilts. For ideas on how to celebrate the day, here are some ways to get started:

Eat Scottish Shortbread

Many people would probably say that the best way to celebrate National Shortbread Day would have to involve shortbread in some form or another! For some, that might mean going out to get those cute little boxes of imported Scottish shortbread in some specialty shops.

This sweet, crumbly, delicate treat is especially delightful when enjoyed with a cup of tea. Either keep it simple by having tea alone or with a friend, or go big and invite over a group of friends and family to celebrate by making and eating far too much shortbread!

Embrace Scottish Culture

Part of celebrating National Shortbread Day involves embracing a variety of cultural traditions and activities that are native to Scotland. This could be something small, like wearing a kilt to work for the day, or something large like taking a trip to Scotland. This would be a great day to spell everything in the British style by adding the ‘u’ (i.e., flavour, favour, labour and humour).

Learn Fun Facts About Shortbread

Made more for special occasions than everyday occurrences, shortbread comes with its own set of Scottish traditions. Learn about some of these bits of trivia and impress friends or coworkers by sharing them on National Shortbread Day:

Shortbread has been typically eaten for weddings, Christmas, New Year, and Burns’ Night, which is the celebration of Scottish poet Robert Burns.

For weddings, sometimes a decorated shortbread cake would be broken over the head of a new bride at the threshold of her new home.

Early on, Scottish bakers worked hard to defend their precious shortbread from being categorized as a ‘biscuit’ in order to keep it from incurring the special biscuit tax imposed by the government.

Shortbread is made in many shapes, including rounds, fingers or triangles (“petticoat tails”) which were reminiscent of the petticoats that would have been worn during the time of Mary, Queen of Scots.

Make Shortbread at Home

Some people might think that buying shortbread is not quite adequate. In this case, why not attempt to make your own version of shortbread right at home?

Although it might seem hard, it’s not really all that difficult to make shortbread. In fact, most recipes are fairly simple, basically involving just one part sugar, two parts butter and three parts flour. It is possible, of course, to add various things to it as well. Anything from dried fruits to chocolate chips to lavender would be a welcomed addition, but the basic recipe remains the same.

Source

[ashes-of-ailell]

Unit Info - Maxwell J. Fletcher

Originally from Sauin Village, a hunting accident lead to him being found by Tyler and her father, Xander. Had been trying to fend for himself after his parents' unfortunate passing until Xander took him in. He's a hardworking and enthusiastic boy, with boundless courage (occasionally bordering on recklessness) and an incredibly friendly, upbeat attitude.

Preferred Class: Sniper

Birthday: 19th Lone Moon (15/16 - 21/22)

Strengths: Bow / Sword / Brawl

Weaknesses: Reason / Lance / Riding

Budding Talent: Faith

Unique Ability: Ladybug's Faith (Allied units receive Str/Dex +7 at the beginning of battle, steadily ticking down throughout each following turn)

Status - Orphan from Sauin Village

Personal Profile:

Interests: Hunting / Cooking

Likes: Bugs / Baking / Forests / Climbing Trees / People / Fairytales

Dislikes: Loneliness / Conflict / Cold Weather

Personal History:

1166 - Born to unknown parents in Sauin Village.

1167 - Taken in by Michael and Jeremiah Fletcher and raised as their son.

1177 - Meets Tyler when she finds him in the forest after a hunting accident.

1180 - Enrolls in the Officers Academy at Seteth's suggestion.

Supports:

Tyler / Lucien / Lunaris

Petra / Caspar / Ferdinand / Bernadetta

Ashe / Annette / Dedue

Raphael / Leonie / Lysithea / Claude

Balthus

Byleth / Catherine / Cyril

Learnable Skills:

Sword: Wrath Strike - D / Grounder - C / Finesse Blade - C+ / Windsweep - A

Lance: Tempest Lance - D / Knightkneeler - C / Hit and Run - C+ / Swift Strikes - A

Axe: Smash - D / Helm Splitter - C / Focused Strikes - C+

Bow: Curved Shot - D / Deadeye - C+ / Point-blank Volley - B / Monster Blast - A

Brawl: Fading Blow - D / Rushing Blow - C / Bombard - C+ / Healing Focus - B / Mighty Blow - A

Reason: Fire / Bolganone

Faith: Heal / Nosferatu / Rescue / Fortify / (Learns Aura with Budding Talent)

Authority: Rally Strength / Battalion Desperation

Usual Class Path:

Commoner -> Fighter -> Archer -> Sniper

Favourite Gifts:

Floral Adornment

Owl Feather

Rose

Legends of Chivalry

Tasty Baked Treat

Smoked Meat

Hunting Dagger

Armoured Bear Stuffy

Stylish Hairclip

Disliked Gifts:

Blue Cheese

Coffee Beans

Riding Boots

Fishing Float

Lost Items:

Butterfly Encyclopedia - A book about various butterfly species across Fodlan. The bookmarked page is of a butterfly with red and black wings.

Messy Recipe Notes - Messily scribbled recipe notes for a dessert of some kind.

Near-empty Bandage Roll - A bandage roll that seems to have been used a lot. Whenever owns it must get minor injuries quite often.

Favourite Tea Blends:

Honeyed Fruit Blend

Southern Fruit Tea

Cinnamon Blend

Favourite Meals:

Beast Meat Teppenyaki

Saghert and Cream

Sautéed Jerkey

Sweet Bun Trio

Peach Sorbet

Vegetable Stir-fry

"For my friends!" -Max, critical hit quote (Pre-timeskip)

[queen-rainy-love]

The Revenge of the Captain Part 7

Let's go!

*The scene shifts to the Salty Shark going as fast as it can go. The air was tense. Captain Caviar stood next to the helm with the aura around him ready to kill. Crunchy Chip, Cream Wolf, Puffer, and Sorbet Shark stood at the very front of the upper deck, ignoring the dark aura...but failing.*

Puffer: *leans on the rails* I hope we get to sis soon.

Sorbet Shark: Ooooo Oooooo.

Crunchy Chip: We'll get to her. We will save her. *pats Cream Wolf's head* Plus, she's strong and smart. Once she comes up with a plan, she'll see it through.

Puffer: But what if that mean captain crumbles her before they get to the Duskgloom Sea!?

Crunchy Chip: No way. He'll need her alive for bait. There is even a chance that he'll try to make a deal with her to stay alive.

Puffer: Would she-

Crunchy Chip: She wouldn't. She would rather drown than do whatever that Braised Abalone Cookie wants. *looks out to sea* We'll catch up to her. (Hold on Bubble Pearl. We're on our way.)

Captain Caviar: *right behind them* He's right. *The trio flinched a bit* Bubble Pearl has always had a strong will and knows how to get herself out of messes. But House Abalone ain't no pushovers. They will not stop until they get what they want. Even if they do defeat that monster-in-law, they ain't letting her go. They'll even try to get her to turn on House Oyster by any means. *Looks over at Sorbet Shark* You've been to the Duskgloom Sea before, right? Think you can get there before Braised Abalone does?

Sorbet Shark: OoooO! *jumps in the water then pops their head out.* I'll go warn Grandma and Grandwa! See you there! *swims ahead quickly*

Crunchy Chip:...Has that kid always...Nevermind. Do we have a plan once we catch up?

Captain Caviar: Kid...*smirks* I always have a plan. But I bet that my daughter has one too that evolves everyone.

[reprisalet]

𝙧𝙚𝙮𝙨𝙤𝙣 𝙞𝙣 𝙛𝙤𝙙𝙡𝙖𝙣.

personal information

gender: cis male

age: 101

height: 6’0”

crest/holy blood: N/A

class: heron laguz (default POR/RD class)

affiliation: knights of seiros, newly-united kingdom of the bird laguz tribes 

personal history

Begnion Year 548 - born to King of Herons Lorazieh of Serenes Forest and his wife, the second-youngest of at least four children (Rafiel and Lillia older, Leanne younger); he had a fairly uneventful upbringing as a prince within the forest, and during his childhood years he and his younger sister fostered a friendship with King Naesala of Kilvas

Begnion Year 625 - Massacre of Serenes forest, the people of the Begnion massacred the herons of Serenes as ‘revenge’ for an empress the herons never murdered; Reyson and his father were, at the time, assumed to be the only survivors; rescued by King Tibarn of Phoenicis and sheltered along with his father within the kingdom of hawks

Begnion Year 626 - piracy and pillaging perpetuated by the Hawk and Raven Tribes against the Begnion Empire (by hawks) and all human ships (by ravens), actively encouraged by Reyson, as acts of vengeance for the massacre

Bengion Year 645 - Mad King’s War, Reyson:

is sold into slavery by Naesala, manages to escape the estate of Duke Tanas

reunites with his sister (Leanne) in what he still considers a genuinely miraculous occurrence

reconciles with Begnion after Empress Sanaki’s heartfelt apology and began early steps in mending beorc-laguz relations

joins with the Greil Mercenaries/Crimean Army and aids Princess Elincia in reclaiming her occupied homeland

Begnion Year 646 - End/aftermath of the Mad King’s War; returns to Phoenicis with Tibarn

Begnion Year 648 - Laguz Alliance goes to war with Begnion Empire, Reyson (and Serenes by extension) allies with the Laguz Alliance, fighting against Begnion and the Kingdom of Daein, until such time as the war escalated far enough to wake the goddess Ashera

Begnion Year 648-49 - After the reversal of Ashera’s Judgment, Reyson assists the newly united bird tribes in making their home in Serenes under King Tibarn; he finds himself well-suited to politics

Begnion Year 649/Imperial Year 1181 - took a position at Garreg Mach Monastery as a Knight of Seiros in pursuit of self-betterment and growth, to see/experience the word beyond the borders of Tellius

personal information

interests. harp-playing, other instruments, singing, gardening, training, flower pressing likes. open skies, ocean breeze, father/siblings, neutral colors, forest animals, seeing combat dislikes. enclosed spaces, dark places, time-wasting, being perceived as weak status. second prince of serenes / knight of seiros close allies. tibarn, naesala, leanne, rafiel, ike, janaff, ulki (toa-specific friends tba as he forms more rp connections)

dining hall preferences

[ or: maybe just don’t invite him to dine with you if there’s meat involved ]

likes. Sweet Bun Trio, Peach Sorbet, Country-Style Red Turnip Plate okay. Saghert and Cream, Vegetable Pasta Salad, Vegetable Stir-Fry dislikes. Beast Meat Teppanyaki, Pickled Rabbit Skewers, Daphnel Stew, Gronder Meat Skewers, Derdriu-Style Fried Pheasant, Onion Gratin Soup, Grilled Herring, Fish and Bean Soup, Fruit and Herring Tart, Fisherman’s Bounty, Fish Sandwich, Two-Fish Saute, Bourgeois Pike, Sauteed Jerky, Spicy Fish and Turnip Stew, Sweet and Salty Whitefish Saute, Super-Spicy Fish Dango, Sauteed Pheasant and Eggs, Garreg Mach Meat Pie, Cheesy Verona Stew, Pickled Seafood and Vegetables, Gautier Cheese Gratin, Cabbage and Herring Stew, Small Fish Skewers, Fried Crayfish

dining hall quotes

favorite dish. “i could eat this every day and never tire of it.” other dish. “i’m happy to have been invited to dine with you.” least favorite dish. “unfortunately i cannot eat this. please, have my portion. no—i insist. i’ll not repeat my mistakes.” with tibarn. “it has been some time since we have been able to sit down and have a meal together, hasn’t it? we should do this more often.” with naesala. “careful. this one will steal the food from your plate if you turn away.” with rafiel or leanne. “is the food to your liking? here, let me fetch us more.”

teatime guide

favorite tea: sweet-apple blend, honeyed-fruit blend conversation topics: a place you’d like to visit. animals around the monastery. capable comrades. close calls. dining partners. dreamy knights. gardening mishaps. hopes for your future. music. our first meeting. overcoming weaknesses. past laughs. plans for the future. the view from the bridge. the last battle. working together. you seem different. you’re doing great work. 

teatime quotes

greeting. “thank you for inviting me. i will admit, i haven’t taken much time to relax lately. this should help.” favorite tea. “ah, this is delicious. i’ll be wanting a second cup soon.”

BEING OBSERVED.

“did you need something? my wings are unusual here, i know, but don’t stare too long or i’ll suspect ill intent.”

“keep staring at me like that and you’ll be wearing this tea soon enough.”

“oh? can i help you with something?”

QUIPS.

“i see.” 

“let me see that.”

“mhm.”

“what’s in these desserts…?”

“ah, do you hear that? the wind blowing through the trees…”

FINAL COMMENT.

“i think that some of the others are still worried about me. if someone mentions it, tell them i’m fine, would you?” answer: sigh, admonish

“the architecture here is rather imposing, is it not? why do temples to goddesses always reach so… high?” answer: chat

“it pains me to admit it, but I used to be a bit… hot-headed. i believe i’ve calmed down since meeting ike. why are you giving me that look? if you think I’m bad now, just know i was once worse.” answer: laugh, praise

“fódlan’s goddess seems so distant. but she hears prayers given through song, so if you require a strong voice to add melody to your own, i am here.”  answer: blush, nod

“i have a lot of work to do, for the knights. it’s nice to actually be able to give back for once, rather than just be assisted by others.” answer: disagree

“there’s a lot more room to fly than you might think in this place. borrow a mount from the stables and take to the skies with me sometime.” answer: chat, nod

END QUOTE.

“i’ll admit it, a break like this was good for me. invite me again sometime, won’t you?”

gift guide

favorite gifts. carnation, watering can, training weight, owl feather disliked gifts. smoked meat, hunting dagger

GIFT QUOTES.

disliked gift. “you’re… uh... it was very kind of you to think of me.” liked gift. “for me? i don’t know what to say.” favorite gift. “i will treasure this. now what shall i get you in return?”

lost items

item one. silver bracelet. description. an ornate piece of silver jewelry. the metal knotwork is like nothing you’ve ever seen. though it appears delicate, it shows no sign of breaking when held. location found. knights’ quarters common area.

item two. sheet music. description. heavily annotated sheet music, clearly handwritten and many-times revised. written using the grand staff, so this likely belongs to a pianist or harpist. location found. chapel.

item three. white feather. description. what a pretty feather! but you haven’t seen any all-white birds around the monastery, have you? location found. bridge.

LOST ITEM QUOTES.

owner. “ah, yes, that is mine. embarrassing that i misplaced it so easily.” not owner. “is this a joke? do you think i would own something like that?”

monastery lines

choir practice. “there is something nostalgic about this. now if only these students could all actually harmonize…” cooking. “i’m not very good at this. but let’s see, if we add this… and a little of this…”

tutoring

INSTRUCT.

bad. “i will get it next time!” great. “just so.” great. “i understand now.” perfect. “i will continue with this momentum.” when praised. “this was the result of my determination, that’s all.”

CHORES.

stable duty. “let’s get this done quickly. the horses are well taken care of, but we can always improve upon what comes before. if you like, i can tell you which horses like you best.”

weeding / clearing rubble. “this is rather intense work, is it not? but i will not drag you down.”

sky watch. “how high can you fly? i think we will have a better view if we go this way.” ( with tibarn ) “we’re to patrol together? then i will stay by your side. lead on.”

CERTIFICATION EXAMS.

failed. “how embarrassing… i will endeavor to improve for next time.” passed. “i’m pleased with this result. should i get back to work?”

LECTURE QUESTIONS.

approach. “pardon me…” question. “I have been told by a number of people recently that they are… concerned with how close to the front lines I am getting. While I recognize my own limitations, I simply can’t provide any useful support from the back. Also, I do not want to be given special treatment. How should I best allay their concerns?”

> “i’ll put you where you’ll be of the most use.” ( best answer ) > “people are just worried about you. you need to understand where they’re coming from.” ( worst answer ) > “there are many things to keep track of on the battlefield. let your friends know that the circumstances may change from moment to moment, but that you trust them and expect them to trust you, too.” ( ok answer )

UPDATE GOALS.

“i’m very interested in the faith magic of this land. there are many ways to heal a wound, and i want to become better at them. would you give me a chance to explore how it reacts with my galdrar, and help me with this method of study?”

LEVEL UP.

zero to two stats up. “forgive me… i have disappointed myself most of all…” three or four stats up. “i am improving, though this battle is rather chaotic.” five stats up. “ah, there is strength within me after all.” six stats up. “i feel as though i can keep fighting. the spirit of order is with me, it seems.” upon reaching max lvl. “i think… i may be at my peak. a shame.”

NEW SKILL.

“i’ll put this to good use.” “i'm learning much.” “now tell me what to do with this.”

RECLASSING.

“If this is the path to true strength, I will follow it.”

battle quotes

white clouds chapter one. three houses  retreat quote ( mock battle )

“ugh… forgive me, but i’ve exhausted myself with this…”

white clouds chapter two. familiar scenery first kill

“oh, my. did i… actually do that?”

WHEN SELECTED.

full/high hp. “show me where to go.” medium hp. “i’m fine. don’t give me special treatment.” low hp. “i can keep going… i’m not weak…”

ENEMY MISSES.

“not quite!”

CRITICAL ATTACK.

“get back!” “unforgivable!”

GAMBIT.

“well, how about we try this? follow my lead, now.” “we are stronger together.”

GAMBIT BOOST.

“let me lend you my voice!”

DEFEATED ENEMY.

“oh…”

ALLY DEFEATS ENEMY.

“well done!” “impressive.”

ALLY HEALS/RALLIES.

“i will repay you.”

DEATH/RETREAT QUOTES.

casual. “ugh... i've done all i can to help you... forgive me for retreating early…”

classic. “so this is as far as i go… rafiel, leanne, father… forgive me, i did not mean to reduce our numbers further…”

advice box

question. “since coming here, i have received a number of meaningless compliments on my appearance. despite what hard work i have been doing as a knight, it seems my wings or my face are the only things people notice. it… is reminiscent of a rather unpleasant time. how do i quickly convey that i’m not an object to be coveted?”

> people are only paying you compliments because they’re intimidated by you. don’t be so uptight.

> try punching them in the nose.

> you don’t owe them any politeness. just tell them firmly to leave you be and don’t start a fight.

[twistedisciple]

Fódlan Profile: Griss

PERSONAL INFORMATION

GENDER. Male AGE. 27 HEIGHT. 177cm BIRTHDATE. 9/17 CREST/HOLY BLOOD. None CLASS. Unaffiliated AFFILIATION. Four Hounds

BIOGRAPHY. One member of a group that calls itself the Four Hounds. A long-time disciple of Lord Sombron, he was hand-selected to assist with the fell dragon's revival and subsequent plans. After suffering defeat at the hands of the Divine Dragon's army, he found himself in Fódlan, perhaps transported through one of the gates opened by Sombron's power. Loves pain, both receiving and inflicting it, so has no issue fighting for Garreg Mach while he waits for a divine sign to show him what to do next.

PERSONAL HISTORY

Age 0 - Born the only child to a pair of laborers in rural Elusia

Age 3 - Sold into slavery, eventually wound up in the hands of followers of the Fell Dragon

Age 15 - Selected by Zephia to join the group that would later be called the Four Hounds

Age 27 - Assisted with the resurrection of the fell dragon Sombron and later defeated alongside Zephia

Imperial Year 1181 - Hired as a mercenary by the Church of Seiros

INTERESTS. Fell Religion, Body Modification, Sewing, Crafting, Fishing LIKES. Pain, being rewarded, nature, animals, flowers, scary stories DISLIKES. Training, sweets, extreme heat or cold, fluffy toys, bugs, bland foods, the Divine Dragon STATUS. Former member of the Four Hounds CLOSE ALLIES: Zephia, Marni, Mauvier, Veyle

DINING HALL PREFERENCES

LIKES. daphnel stew, gronder meat skewers, two-fish saute, fisherman's bounty, sauteed jerky, sweet and salty whitefish saute, super-spicy fish dango, garreg mach meat pie, grilled herring, onion gratin soup, pickled rabbit skewers, fish and bean soup, pickled seafood and vegetables

DISLIKES. saghert and cream, sweet bun trio, peach sorbet, country-style red turnip plate, cabbage and herring stew

DINING HALL NOTES

FAVORITE DISH.  ✧

"Oh yeah, that hits the spot."

LEAST FAVORITE DISH.  ✧

"Beggars can't be choosers, huh..."

TEAM TIME GUIDE

FAVORITE TEA. Cinnamon blend

CONVERSATION TOPICS. a place you'd like to visit. a word of advice. close calls. evaluating allies. exploring the monastery. I'm counting on you. monastery rules. our first meeting. overcoming weaknesses. past laughs. reliable allies. someone you look up to. thanks for everything. the ideal professor. the last battle. working together. a dinner invitation. capable comrades. food in the dining hall. gifts you'd like to receive. books you've read recently. fashion. guessing someone's age. heart-racing memories. relaxing at the sauna. I heard some gossip. you seem different. working hours for guards. the ideal relationship. cooking mishaps. the view from the bridge. children at the market. monastery security. memorable scars. different ways to be hurt. new piercings.

TEA TIME QUOTES

GREETING.  ✧

"Not really a guy who likes sitting around sipping tea, so you're gonna have to do something for me when we're done."

FAVORITE TEA.  ✧

“Huh? This one's not bad.”

FIVE STAR TEA.  ✧

“You must've paid a fortune for this. Too bad I can't tell it apart from the others.”

BEING OBSERVED.  ✧

(1) "Wondering about my tattoo? Hold still and I'll give ya one to match." (2) “Plenty of people stare. I don't always let 'em walk away though." (3) “If you got nothing to say, let's have some fun instead."

QUIPS.  ✧

"Mmm." “Huh?” “Sure.” “Knock it off.” “Whatever you say.” “Nah.” “What the hell?!” “Want me to hurt ya?” “What d'you mean?” “Sounds boring." “Yeah."

ENDING.  ✧

"Can't say there aren't better things I coulda been doing, but I'm not about to let you forget you owe me one now."

FINAL COMMENTS.  ✧

(1) I grew up in a monastery where 'afternoon tea' was just a few extra lashes from the whip. ANSWER. Chat, Praise

(2) Fell scripture's against this sorta thing, you know. ANSWER. Nod, Chat

(3) Each one of these tattoos is a scar. Wanna hear how I got 'em? You're gonna have to beat the stories outta me. ANSWER. Laugh, Praise

(4) This is one hell of a punishment, and not the fun kind. ANSWER. Disagree, Admonish

(5) The Four Hounds were handpicked to serve Lord Sombron. Marni thought we were his favorites, but if you ask me, we were just convenient. ANSWER. Commend, Sip Tea

(6) What's your favorite way to be hurt? Mine? Heh. You'll have to find out.  ANSWER. Laugh, Chat, Blush (you know who you are)

(7) I know every way to make you hurt just shy of killing you. But I can do that too, if ya want. Answer: Sip Tea, Disagree, Blush (you know who you are)

(8) Friends? Family? Only as good as you can use 'em. ANSWER. Chat, Disagree

(9) Pain's good for everything: education, punishment, torture... even pleasure. ANSWER. Nod, Sip tea

MISCELLANEOUS DIALOGUE.

GIFT GUIDE

FAVORITE GIFTS. Hunting Dagger, Pitcher Plant, Coffee Beans, Fishing Float, Owl Feather DISLIKED GIFTS. Armored Bear Stuffy, Training Weights, Monarch Studies Book

GIFT QUOTES

DISLIKED GIFT.  ✧

"Thanks but no thanks."

LIKED GIFT.  ✧

"If you're just giving it away for free, I'll take it off your hands."

FAVORITE GIFT.  ✧

"This my reward for a job well done?"

LOST ITEMS

SEWING KIT. A small box containing needles of different sizes. It probably belongs to someone skilled in all types of stitch work. Location found: Infirmary

DECORATIVE SASH. A strip of cloth embroidered with eyes of the fell dragon. It probably belongs to a fanatic of the fell church. Location found: Alleyway near Abyss

SPIKED CILICE. A loop of iron worn around the wrist with sharp prongs facing inward. It probably belongs to someone who enjoys pain. Location found: Outside the sauna

LOST ITEM QUOTES OWNER.  ✧

"Huh? Yeah, that's mine. Wanna know what it's good for?"

NOT OWNER.  ✧

"Never seen this before. Better try someone else."

BATTLE QUOTES

MOCK BATTLE RETREAT.  ✧

“As much as I wanna keep playing, rules are rules.”

FIRST KILL.  ✧

"Hahahaha! Where's the next one?"

MONASTERY QUOTES

CHOIR PRACTICE.  ✧

"You gonna punish me if I sing for Lord Sombron instead?"

COOKING.  ✧

"Look at these knives. They got all kinds in here, and each one's kept deadly sharp. Huh? Oh, dinner. Yeah, yeah, just leave it to me."

TUTORING

INSTRUCT

BAD.  ✧

"So what's the punishment? Do your worst, Teach."

Critique: Yeah, you got it. Console: Don't waste your breath. Bring out the whip already.

GREAT.  ✧

"Next guy in my way is gonna hurt so good." “Better to serve Lord Sombron.”

PERFECT.  ✧

"Where's my reward?"

PRAISE. "Can it. Praise is for chumps."

TASKS

STABLE DUTY. ✧

“Wonder what it feels like to have a piece of metal nailed to your foot. Let's find out.”

WEEDING.  ✧

"Weeds got their uses, too, believe it or not. Just not where they gotta look pretty to fit in."

SKY WATCH.  ✧

“Why do pegasus knights always walk around like they got a stick up their ass when flying like this would be any thrill-seeker's dream." (with Zephia) "So this is what you feel like all the way up here. I could get used to this.”

CERTIFICATION EXAMS

FAILED.  ✧

"This is why I didn't go to Elusia's academy."

PASSED.  ✧

"What?"

UPDATE GOALS

REASON.  ✧

“Magic's always done me right when it comes to killing, but Fódlan's Reason is a whole different beast. I need to know it inside and out if I'm gonna find all the best ways to bring the pain here. Show me the ropes, and I mean I want you to make me feel it!”

FAITH.  ✧

“Learning to stitch up wounds and set bones was a necessity back home, but I'd like to take a crack at this kind of magic that calls on Faith. The fun's all over once you die, you know. Putting someone back together keeps it going for as long as you want. Lord Sombron would probably approve, yeah?”

BRAWLING.  ✧

“Magic's great 'n all, but being out of reach kinda takes the fun outta the fight. I wanna learn to fight up close so the other guy'll get a better shot at me. Plus, I've seen the kind of damage those steel gloves can do to a person's skull. Got me excited just thinking about it.”

LEVEL UP

0 TO 2 STATS UP .  ✧

“That's it?”

3 TO 4 STATS UP .  ✧

“Oh yeah, now we're talkin'!”

5 STATS UP .  ✧

“Bring on the pain! I'm gonna make you ALL feel it!”

6 STATS UP .  ✧

“You watchin', Lord Sombron? All this blood's consecrating the place for ya!”

UPON REACHING LEVEL 99 .  ✧

“It's never enough. All this suffering's never gonna be enough, but I'm not about to stop!”

BUDDING TALENT

“So I got other tricks after all.”

NEW SKILL

“I'll get some use outta this.”

RECLASSING .  ✧

“Tell me what you want, and I'll do it.”

BATTLE QUOTES

WHEN SELECTED

FULL/HIGH HP .  ✧

“Whatever you need.”

MEDIUM HP .  ✧

“Fun's just getting started!"

LOW HP .  ✧

“Ahahaha!”

ENEMY DEALS 1 OR NO DAMAGE OR MISSES .  ✧

(1) “So slow.” (2) “Nah.”

CRTIICAL ATTACK .  ✧

(1) “Allow me!” (2) “Rejoice!” (3) “This is gonna hurt!” (4) "I'll show you pain!”

GAMBIT .  ✧

“You scared?”

GAMBIT BOOST .  ✧

“We're about to have some fun.”

DEFEATED ENEMY .  ✧

(1) “The Hounds send their regards.” (2) “How was that?” (3) “I almost envy you.” (4) “Where's my reward?” (5) “Rude.”

ALLY DEFEATS ENEMY .  ✧

(1) “Hey, leave some for me!” (2) “That looked painful.” (3) “Look at you go.”

ALLY HEALS/RALLIES .  ✧

(1) “I'm back in.” (2) “Got me back on my feet.” (3) “Pain's gone.”

DEFEAT QUOTE

CASUAL .  ✧

“Exquisite..”

CLASSIC .  ✧

"Nothing... hurts me... anymore...“

THE ADVICE BOX

"Punishment's the only way to fix someone who's strayed off course, but no one's got the guts to lay a hand on me. What's the deal?"

>There are other ways to guide someone (Correct answer) >The monastery is full of cowards >Have you tried a hug?

[aglaean]

L'ARACHEL GRACES FÓDLAN!

template taken from @shadoll

PERSONAL INFORMATION

GENDER. Female (she/her)

AGE. 20

HEIGHT. 5'10"

BIRTHDATE. 785

CREST/HOLY BLOOD. None [unless you count the holy blood of the heroes of Rausten, which well, she definitely does].

CLASS. Blue Lions Student!

AFFILIATION. The Theocracy of Rausten

BIOGRAPHY. 

PERSONAL HISTORY

785 ~ Born in Rausten.

790 - Lost both her parents after they attempted to fend off an attack from Darkling Wood.

803 ~ Joins Eirika in the fight against the Demon King.

805 ~ Is welcomed to Garreg Mach with great pomp and splendour, as befitting her station! Obviously.

INTERESTS. Religion, Chivalry and Heroism, Fame, Her Allies. LIKES. Formal dance, her carefully maintained hair, flashy faith magic, novelty, Dozla's hand-knitted jumper, tea parties, riding, divine providence, being quite literally holier-than-thou, attention, general too-much-ness / pomp and circumstance. DISLIKES. Being dismissed, ignored, or unrecognised, monsters, villains and general evil-doers, isolation, loneliness, loss, mundanity, 'weakness'. Rainy days. STATUS. Inheritor to the Pontifex of Rausten, and a prodigous Blue Lions Student!   CLOSE ALLIES: Eirika and Ephraim.

DINING HALL PREFERENCES

LIKES. grilled herring, saghert and cream, fish and bean soup, vegetable pasta salad, small fish skewers, spicy fish and turnip stew, onion gratin soup, sweet and salty whitefish sauté, sweet bun trio, fruit and herring tart, fisherman's bounty, pheasant roast with berry sauce, country style red turnip plate, peach sorbet, pickled seafood and vegetables, two-fish sauté, sautéed pheasant and eggs, cabbage and herring stew, vegetable stir-fry, bourgeois pike. DISLIKES. beast meat teppanyaki, sautéed jerky, garreg mach meat pie, cheesy verona stew, fish sandwich, pickled rabbit skewers, super-spicy fish dango, daphnel stew, gronder meat skewers, gautier cheese gratin, fried crayfish, derdriu-style fried pheasant.

DINING HALL NOTES

FAVORITE DISH.  ✧

“Heavens! This meal.. it's a close match to my darling Rausten's cuisine!.”

LEAST FAVORITE DISH.  ✧

“Surely, this is some jest. You forget who you dine with!”

TEAM TIME GUIDE

FAVORITE TEA. Rose petal blend. CONVERSATION TOPICS. Your ambitions, Evaluating allies, Mighty weapons, The melody of words, Fashion, I'm counting on you, Favourite sweets, Tell me about yourself, You're doing great work, I heard some gossip, Overcoming weaknesses, Gifts you'd like to recieve, Heart-racing memories, Cooking mishaps, The opera, Cute accessories, Thanks for everything, Cats, The existence of crests, Shareable snacks, Stargazing, Dreams of a throne, Someone you look up to.

TEA TIME QUOTES

GREETING.  ✧

(1) “Well, I see you finally worked up the courage to request my shining presence here. I commend you! The divine will continues to flourish.” (2) “Do you suppose that all these sweet little dainties are for us? Come, try this one!.” (3) “You ought to know, I only partake in tea time with people dear to me.” (4) "Please, remain seated! There is no need to rise or bow in my presence. Though if the mood does take you.."

FAVORITE TEA.  ✧

“Why, I would be happy if this was the last thing I ever tasted! I wonder if Eirika would enjoy it...”

FIVE STAR TEA.  ✧

“Uncle and I used to sample brews like this all the time in Rausten! But, please, I am merely mortal, just a divinely sactioned peerless princess! There is no need to make such indulgent gestures. Seconds? Oh, yes please.”

BEING OBSERVED.  ✧

(1) “I understand. It is hard to take in someone as blinding as I all at once.” (2) “You would tell me if I had something in my teeth, right?” (3) “Such is the problem of the renowned, we are always subject to examination! The spotlight isn't for everyone...”

QUIPS.  ✧

“Ouch! Too hot! Too hot!” “Hmm, it smells delicious.” “How pleasant!” “I must say, you blow on your tea with remarkable poise!” “Would you like to hear a fanfare Dozla and I devised?” “Haha!” “I see!” “Lala laaa~” “How fare you?” “Leisure time is essential!’ “How ridiculous!” “A jest?”

ENDING.  ✧

“Do not hesitate to call on me again if you find yourself in need of scintillating conversation! You have given me plenty of ideas for my next tea time.”

FINAL COMMENTS.  ✧

(1) Hold! The most egregious error has come to me! I do believe you have yet to be regailed with my many daring exploits! This might be righted immediately, please, allow me to begin with the time I fought off legions of monsters alongside Dozla... ANSWER. Laugh, Sigh. (2) Whilst Garreg Mach is pleasant, you simply must be recieved for tea at Rausten! I promise you, all else will dull in comparison henceforth! ANSWER. Nod, Blush. (3) Rennac used to say that I was 'noisy' and 'a nuisance'. Poor thing, he did tend to have a habit of wittering in situations of stress. ANSWER. Laugh, Admonish. (4) Do you suppose my parents would be proud of the progress I've made? ANSWER. Nod, Commend. (5) My uncle doesn't permit gambling halls in Rausten... Even though I'm really good at... oh what was that silly card game called? I wonder if the Archbishop would be more receptive...? ANSWER. Admonish, Disagree. (6) Being a favourite of the Gods is tiring work sometimes - the weight of beautitude is not for all to bear! ANSWER. Sigh, Sip tea. (7) Learning to wield a lance is difficult... I wish I could just use my staff to bludgeon foes instead! Answer: Admonish, Disagree. (8) Suppose you were granted eternal fame, at the cost of your life. What would you do? I think it's utter twaddle. If death could be traded for fame, my parent's names would... Death is not the price of renown, I will make sure of it. ANSWER. Nod, Sip tea. (9) Don't tell him, lest he drown you in tears, but I miss Dozla more and more everyday. He was such a good retainer. It's so hard to find someone willing to risk life and limb for you nowadays. Hmm? My eyes? If my eyes are gleaming it's my inner radiance shining through. Nothing more. ANSWER. Sigh, Commend.

MISCELLANEOUS DIALOGUE.

GIFT GUIDE

FAVORITE GIFTS. Tasty Baked Treat, Stylish Hair Clip, Legends of Chivalry, Dapper Handkerchief, Gemstone Beads, Ceremonial Sword, Rose. DISLIKED GIFTS. Training Weight, Whetstone, Blue Cheese, Smoked Meat, Arithmetic Textbook.

GIFT QUOTES

DISLIKED GIFT.  ✧

“As a gracious lady, and ambassador of Rausten, I shall accept. But know you have gone down in my estimation.”

LIKED GIFT.  ✧

“This is quite lovely! Do tell me where you found it? I wish to purchase more for my darling retainers.”

FAVORITE GIFT.  ✧

“Ah, the first of many tributes made in recognition of my splendour! You have secured my everlasting favour.”

LOST ITEMS

Hand-Knitted Jumper. A garishly green jumper that's slightly lumpy, with various straggling threads. The label inside declares it's a gift, signed off by a single 'D'. This probably belongs to someone who enjoys loud clothing. Location found: Dining Hall Diary. It appears to be a diary, but the title, dubs it 'The Chronicles of the Beautiful Princess of Peerless Beauty' in an incredibly flowery hand. The entries stop adbruptly about a week in. This probably belongs to someone who seeks fame, and not consistency. Location found: Second Floor Hallway Hairbrush. A hairbrush that feels expensive to even handle. There are strands of green hair around the bristles, which are slightly worn down with use. This probably belongs to someone who tends to their hair religiously. Location found: Blue Lions Classroom

LOST ITEM QUOTES

OWNER.  ✧

"I had no fear that it was lost for good! Divine providence ensured it was only a matter of time. But I appreciate your acting as an agent of the Gods.”

NOT OWNER.  ✧

“Do you honestly suppose I would have use for such a thing?”

BATTLE QUOTES

MOCK BATTLE RETREAT.  ✧

“This is but a footnote in my legend!” [Byleth specific] “Professor, do not fear for me! This will not be my end, let it not rest on your conscience. I shall arise anew!”

FIRST KILL.  ✧

“So, such is the cost of everlasting renown.”

MONASTERY QUOTES

CHOIR PRACTICE.  ✧

(1) “You've chosen well! I have a voice that can reach the heavens itself! ” (2) “What, leave? I suppose it wouldn't do to drown everyone else's voices in my own lyrical splendour... But, are you really certain?”

COOKING.  ✧

(1) “Come, come! We musn't dally, there are grateful mouths to supply with our beneficiance!” (2) “But of course it's supposed to turn that colour! That means it's... hm... well-done.” (3) “Behold, hungering souls! Feast upon this veritable cornucopia of cuisine!”

TUTORING

INSTRUCT

BAD.  ✧

“Mm. Apologies, did you say something?.” Critique: Well, there is really no need to take such a tone with your favoured student. The gall! Console: Allow me to try again, this time you will witness my grace!

GREAT.  ✧

“Ah, merely the expected outcome.” “Did you see that?.”

PERFECT.  ✧

“Take my hand, we shall hail in a new of era of light in tandem!” PRAISE. “I appreciate your cultivating my inherent refulgence.”

TASKS

STABLE DUTY. ✧

“Augh! Be so kind as to release my sleeve this instant, please. Divine clothing is not for unrefined palates.”

WEEDING.  ✧

“Perish under the governing hand of your scourge, weeds!”

SKY WATCH.  ✧

“From here, we see as the Gods do!”

FAILED.  ✧

CERTIFICATION EXAMS

“This is of no concern - divine providence will direct me.”

PASSED.  ✧

“Hah! Haha! To possess such devastating beauty AND intelligence in a human form, is it even possible?”

UPDATE GOALS

REASON.  ✧

“There's something so... intoxicating about magic, wouldn't you say? When I use it, I can feel the God's favour flowing through my blood, through my bones. Besides, it is of utmost priority that my attacks reflect the radiance that dwells within. I already have many ideas of how to use these spells to spread my fame...”

LANCE.  ✧

“I know, someone as dainty and gentile as myself with such an ungainly weapon? It seems improper. And yet, I must confess that the allure of bludgeoning my foes is growing harder to deny. Why the lance? Well, I suppose you could say I was inspired.”

FAITH.  ✧

“Are you injured? Oh poor soul! Please, flee to my gentle embrace! Follow the saintly glow of my eyes, and I shall utilise the best of my abilities to nurse you. It is essential to be well-versed in the art of healing. You never know when you'll be encountered with dire straits. With something that seems beyond all hope. ”

LEVEL UP

0 TO 2 STATS UP .  ✧

“Ah, the Gods joy in trials.”

3 TO 4 STATS UP .  ✧

“Please, refrain from excessive applause!”

5 STATS UP .  ✧

“My heroic apotheosis approaches ever closer!”

6 STATS UP .  ✧

“I should not be surprised. The Gods inhabit my every step.”

UPON REACHING LEVEL 99 .  ✧

“Now, onto even greater heights!”

BUDDING TALENT

“Trying something new sounds fun. Naturally, I will excel.”

NEW SKILL

“Ooh! I shall incorporate this into my daring exploits post-haste.”

RECLASSING .  ✧

(1) “Let's try this for today!” (2) “Hee hee- Now, how best to display this new-found splendour?” (3) “The Gods will I change, and so I do.”

BATTLE QUOTES

WHEN SELECTED

FULL/HIGH HP .  ✧

“CHARGE!.”

MEDIUM HP .  ✧

“I will not falter!”

LOW HP .  ✧

“Haah, this is no concern to one as grand as I.”

ENEMY DEALS 1 OR NO DAMAGE OR MISSES .  ✧

“Whoops! My gleaming eyes must've blinded you!”

CRTIICAL ATTACK .  ✧

“Were I not a holy woman...” “[Imitating Dozla] GWHAHAH!” “Die, and be ennobled by my hands!” “The Beautiful Princess of Peerless Beauty is here!” “Sing my praises!”

GAMBIT .  ✧

“I am not alone!”

GAMBIT BOOST .  ✧

“My darling forces, we shall prevail with appropriate spectacle!”

DEFEATED ENEMY .  ✧

“You shall be remembered as the vanquished foe of L'Arachel!” “Latona forgive you.” “Don't return.”

ALLY DEFEATS ENEMY .  ✧

“Woohoo! Again, again!” “Are you challenged by my eminence?” “You need not risk yourself needlessly.”

ALLY HEALS/RALLIES .  ✧

“Well, how unusal!” “A thousand thanks!” “You shall be remembered.” “Come to me if you are harmed, yes?” “To think I would need healing!” “No hero walks alone.” “The Gods restore me!”

DEFEAT QUOTE

CASUAL .  ✧

“This is not how my story ends.”

CLASSIC .  ✧

“Dozla... Rennac... do not forget me.” “Ahhhh, Mother and Father, forgive me for this failing. I shall see you soon.“

THE ADVICE BOX

“Greetings! I have no need of "advice", if I may speak with complete honesty, but such a gimmick intrigued me. Do you suppose I would be permitted to assist? As a princess of the people, I should aid those in need! ” >Uhhhhhhhhhhhh.... > Perhaps aiding people face-to-face is the place to start. (Correct answer) >I doubt anyone would take advice from you, L'Arachel.