#absolutely in love with inej

[rat---king]

Finished episode one and both Nina and Inej continue to not only the best but also my beloveds

[barrel-crow-n]

Kaz: One of you is going to betray us

Inej: Is it me, Kaz?

Kaz: No, of course it's not you.

Jesper: Is it me, Kaz?

Kaz: It's not you either.

Bolliger: Is it me, Kaz?

Kaz: Is iT mE kAz?

[starlightandmagic]

Me with Tolya the entire season: he’s my homeboy, my rotten soldier. He’s my sweet cheese, my good-time boy

Me with Tolya the moment he starts making eyes at Inej: you’re on thin fucking ice mister!

[mistylakeee]

Never forget that Inej canonically rejected Kaz when he confessed his feelings for her after the ice court heist (as she should have) and he took it like a champ (as he should have). He literally quipped with her on the island in front of Van Eck before shit hit the fan and said something like “I’m not big on bluffing am I, Inej?”

Everything went back to normal between the two of them and I have no choice but to stan.

[wylanslcve]

Reading people's facial expressions has never been my area of expertise but even I could tell you that the only thing going through his head is "whatamIdoingherewhatamIdoingherewhatamIdoinghere"

[undercover-grisha]

Inej, already making biryani for lunch: “What do you want for lunch?”

Jordan (Kanej kid): “Hutspot please,”

Inej: “…pick something else.”

[kazscrows]

His muse🔪✨

[aetsiv]

Remembering the time when I binge-read all of decafperception's soc fics only for the majority of them to be unfinished masterpieces

[fallen-goldfishcracker]

By far the best represented relationship in Shadow and Bone was Jesper and Inej’s friendship. Everything from her asking him for a favor to helping each other on the heist to “jes”, was spectacular and so, so perfect. The “I’d miss me too, I’m fantastic” scene was beautiful and brought me nearly to tears and I know Kit and Amita are going to do absolutely amazing when we finally get to the “you’re too good for him, you know” and everything in between. I can’t wait to see more of them in season two. 

[filmyocean]

Kaz: Those guys only understand one language Jesper: Kerch? Kaz: Fists Jesper: ...What about feet? Wylan: That would make them bilingual Kaz: ARGH!

[lady-a-stuff]

Nina and Inej being best friends forever throughout the duology

Nina crossed her arms. “I’m mad at you, too.” “Me? Why?” “I don’t know yet. I just am.” Inej gave Nina’s hand a brief squeeze, and after a moment, Nina squeezed back

Six of Crows - Chapter 6

“Who’s watching Inej?” “Rotty,” she said. “I’ll go back in a minute. I just needed some air. And don’t feign concern for Inej when you’re planning to send her climbing up six stories of chimney with only a rope and a prayer.” “The Wraith can manage it.” “The Wraith is a sixteen-year-old girl currently lying unconscious on a table. She may not even survive the night.”

Six of Crows - Chapter 15

“Talk,” she said to Nina. “Your eyelids are drooping. You should sleep.” “Don’t like boats. Bad memories.” “Me too.” “Sing something, then.” Nina laughed. “Remember what I said about wishing you were dead? You do not want me to sing.” “Please?” “I only know Ravkan folk tunes and Kerch drinking songs.” “Drinking song. Something rowdy, please.” Nina snorted. “Only for you, Wraith.

Six of Crows - Chapter 16

“Tell me something good anyway.” “It will be all right,” Inej said. “You’ll survive this. And then you’re going to be very, very rich. You’ll sing sea shanties and drinking songs nightly in an East Stave cabaret, and you’ll bribe everyone to give you standing ovations after every song.” Nina laughed softly. “Let’s buy the Menagerie.” Inej grinned, thinking of the future and her little ship. “Let’s buy it and burn it down.”

Six of Crows - Chapter 42

They watched the waves for a while. “Ready?” Nina said. Inej was glad she hadn’t had to ask.

Six of Crows - Chapter 42

But the days until Van Eck’s deadline were dwindling, and Matthias knew Nina would allow herself no comfort until Inej was safe.

Crooked Kingdom - Chapter 3

Nina would never let Kaz abandon her. She’d fight with everything she had to free Inej even if she was still in the grips of parem.

Crooked Kingdom - Chapter 4

She couldn’t afford to let it get the best of her, not when they were this close to rescuing Inej. Be all right, Nina willed silently, hoping her thoughts could somehow cut through the air, speed over the waters of the Ketterdam harbors, and reach her friend. Stay safe and whole and wait for us.

Crooked Kingdom - Chapter 6

She’d forced herself to think of the shame on the boat, the future she might be able to make with Matthias, but the thought that had brought her back to sanity was Inej. She owed Inej her life, and there was no way she was leaving her stranded with Van Eck.

Crooked Kingdom - Chapter 6

The five people inside rose, guns and fists raised, and Inej skidded to a halt. Nina shrieked, “Inej!” She flew across the room and crushed Inej in a tight hug. Then they were all around her at once, hugging her, clapping her on the back. Nina would not let go of her.

Crooked Kingdom - Chapter 11

“Those silos are nearly twenty stories high! Is Inej going to go up and down ten of them in one night?” “Just one,” said Kaz. “And then what?” said Nina, hands back on her hips and green eyes blazing. (...) (...) Nina threw her hands in the air. “And all of it without a net, I suppose?” “A Ghafa never performs with a net,” Inej said indignantly. “Does a Ghafa frequently perform twenty stories above cobblestones after being held prisoner for a week?” (...) "Inej, make a list of what you’ll need. We hit the silos in twenty-four hours.” “Absolutely not,” said Nina. “Inej needs to rest.”

Crooked Kingdom - Chapter 11

"If I’m going to do this, I want us to get the rest of the Grisha out of the city.” “Forget it. I’m not running a charity for refugees.” “Then I’m out.” “Fine. You’re out. You’ll still get your share of the money for your work on the Ice Court job, but I don’t need you on this crew.” “No,” said Inej quietly. “But you need me.” Kaz rested his cane across his legs. “It seems everyone is forming alliances.” (...) “They’re called friendships, Kaz.”

Crooked Kingdom - Chapter 11

She gave Nina’s shoulders a squeeze. “And I know no fiercer warrior, powers or not.”

Crooked Kingdom - Chapter 17

And then Wylan knew just how much trouble they were in, because Nina hadn’t argued. She’d simply put her head in her hands and gone silent. “They’ll be all right,” said Inej, placing an arm around her shoulders. “He’ll be all right.”

Crooked Kingdom - Chapter 23

Inej gave her a tight hug. “Come on,” she said. “We’ll get Colm to order us something decadent.” “That’s your answer for everything.” “You’re complaining?” Inej asked. “I’m stating one of the reasons I adore you.”

Crooked Kingdom - Chapter 28

Kaz said, emerging from behind the wine crates. “Where’s Inej?” “I’m fine,” said Inej from behind him. “But Kuwei—” “You’re bleeding again,” Nina observed as she slid behind the high stacks of crates to join them. There was little traffic on the canal now, but it didn’t do to take chances. “And what happened to your eyes?” “I’d tell you to ask the White Blade, but…” Inej shrugged. “I hope she suffered.” “Nina.” “What? We can’t both be merciful and serene.”

Crooked Kingdom - Chapter 39

They laid him down on the blanket. Nina sat beside him, saying nothing, his hand clutched in hers. Inej brought a shawl that she tucked over Nina’s arms, then crouched silently next to her, head nestled against her shoulder.

Crooked Kingdom - Chapter 42

Inej placed her hands on Nina’s shoulders. “We’ll see each other again.” “Of course we will. You’ve saved my life. I’ve saved yours.” “I think you’re ahead on that count.” “No, I don’t mean in the big ways.” Nina’s eyes took them all in. “I mean the little rescues. (...)

Crooked Kingdom - Chapter 42

Wylan played the piano and Jesper sang the dirtiest sea shanty Inej had ever heard. She missed Nina painfully. There had been no letters, and she could only hope her friend had made it to Fjerda safely and found some peace on the ice.

[fayrism]

inej in the sun is so near and dear to me

[ID: an illustration of Inej sitting in the window of the Slat, hair blowing in the wind and sun shining on her, lighting her hair gold. Her posture is relaxed and her facial expression is joyful and peaceful. In the background can be seen two ships, one flying the Kerch flag of three flying fishes, another backlit by the morning sun. Six crows can be seen at various points in the illustration, one perched at Inej's feet and the rest flying towards her. wave designs are located behind Inej and on the bottom left. End ID]

im very happy with this, i think the fairytale illustration vibes really came through

[lassieposting]

Things I'm emotional about in 1x04:

This line from Kirigan: "When I was a boy After I created the Fold I used to run away and hide here. Once I realised I was a descendant of the most hated Grisha in Ravka...I'd come here, throw a coin, make a wish in the fountain. Same wish, over and over again. That I could be anyone else."

90% of this is? Most likely true. He's not even lying, he's just changed a few details.

2. Alina asking him, "Was I properly schooled?" after she recounts the story of the Black Heretic. She doesn't know that's him, but she believes they're family, and she's giving him an opportunity to set the story straight if she's mistaken, tell her his family's side. And he actually responds to this! Sort of, because centuries of trust issues are like. A Thing, and he's learned the hard way that trusting anyone is usually a Very Bad Idea. But he tells her that he's been trying to bring down the Fold and put things right all his life since then, and opens up a little, and looks surprised at himself that he did.

3. "Nina Zenik...hasn't reported in. If she's alive, she may need our help."

A whole army under his command, and he sends one of his own personal bodyguards after her. I love a man who doesn't leave his agents in the shit, even if it's only because they're useful. It would have been so easy for him to dismiss her as compromised and send someone to eliminate her before she's able to give up any information to Fjerda - but he sends Fedyor to help her instead. Fuck me up.

4. Genya trying so hard to flirt with poor awkward David. This man is a massive autistic mood. The woman who never compliments anyone gives him like three compliments in a row and he's just like yep okay thank you bye

5. The sheer amount of trust between Inej and Jesper for her to let him shoot a playing card out of her mouth. For a girl with such a traumatic backstory full of so much loss and pain, that she's able to trust anyone that much makes me feel things.

[sixoflosers]

“He asked for no pickles”

[fangirlwithasweettooth]

I hope @what-eats-owls is somehow aware that I finished Little Thieves in under 3 days and now am starting Painted Devils and im ABSOLUTELY OBSESSED???

[undercover-grisha]

Adult SoC Fic Poll

see if I do anymore polls and then don’t actually follow up on them you guys won’t trust me anymore and then I’m gonna be sick I swear

But they’re so fun

which one should I write?