#caleb: thread

[dhampiravidi]

🍳 our muses are having breakfast at a local food place (Caleb and Pogue @in--noctem, sorry for the anon I'm on the wrong blog xD)

Caleb probably wouldn't've agreed to skip school with Pogue if the night before hadn't left them both feeling so drained and upset. Mr. Parry had had yet another tantrum, smacking his son around while his wife cooked dinner (only stopping to tell them to get out of "her space" in the kitchen). As usual, Pogue teleported straight to the Danvers, glad that his parents didn't do any magic. Because it'd been years since Caleb had realized what Pogue's parents were truly like, he had a plan in place. He set his best friend up with a decent dinner, then called the police (who were familiar with the situation) so that they wouldn't think Pogue had been kidnapped. It always took a while longer than he would've liked to get Pogue to bed. There were bruises and cuts to be treated, and even then, Pogue was far from being OK (not that he was expected to be). On days like those, he had multiple nightmares, so the Danvers had learned to have him sleep in Caleb's room. The boys always ended up under the same sheets together, arms wrapped protectively around each other--but Caleb knew to untangle himself before Pogue woke up and freaked out.

They went out of town to avoid any suspicious adult eyes. Pogue, who had bought a motorcycle as soon as he'd turned 16 (he only waited that long because he knew he had to pass the tests before driving it) apparently found a diner on some day when he'd gone out of town instead of to the Danvers, post-dad tantrum. So, he drove the two of them there. Caleb knew that Pogue probably would've been more physically comfortable using one of their cars, but he didn't want his own mom worrying about them--even if she might not leave her room til the afternoon.

Caleb liked the place as soon as he saw it. The outside was plain, but it was perfectly clean, with bright paint and absolutely no dirt on any of the paneling. "It doesn't look like much, I know...food's not as good as yours, but it's a nice spot," Pogue said quietly, putting his gloves away for the moment. He was surprised to feel a gentle-yet-firm hand on his shoulder, and he looked up to see one of those smiles that made him feel guilty and giddy at the same time.

"Thanks, man." Thanks for bringing me, for letting me come with you this time. Thanks for the compliment--even though you're always silently moaning when I cook us something.

"Yeah." Pogue started off for the front doors, Caleb only a step behind. There was music from the 70s and 80s playing, not enough to be anything but a quiet soundtrack. About half of the place was full, which was interesting for a restaurant's weekday. Pogue sat down in a booth not far from the bar, and Caleb sat across from him. It was all of 5 seconds before a waitress in a pink-striped uniform rolled up, beaming.

"Kiddo! How are ya!?" she cried, beckoning for Pogue to hug her. He did, a sheepish grin on his face as she kissed his cheek.

"Hey, Donna. Donna, this...uh, this is Caleb." He sat back down, and suddenly he couldn't look his friend in the eye. But Donna certainly could. She grinned mischievously.

"Caleb Danvers. Oh yeah, we've heard about you. What are ya in the mood for? Pogue always gets a stack a' cinnamon pancakes, but he says you make the best French toast--"

"Donna--"

"I'm just sayin'. Here, I'll get ya' a menu. Don't worry about what's for breakfast and f' lunch--Jimmy doesn't mind makin' both." Over the next hour or so, Caleb learned that Donna was taking classes to become a dentist's assistant, and she had a little boy named Ricky who thought Pogue was a god because he'd let him sit on his bike once. He also learned that Donna could read people's minds (not literally, he hoped), Pogue came to the diner about once a month (even if his parents weren't being horrible), and that Pogue had told Donna (plus the other two waitresses who knew him) all about Ipswich, minus the magic part.

Both boys left Donna and the rest of that shift a hefty tip--after all, they were the heirs to family fortunes--and took milkshakes and fries to-go. They went to Boston to explore, then had a picnic on the outskirts of Ipswich. Caleb had to keep reminding himself that it wasn't a date, that he was just keeping Pogue company while the other guy took a day.

He liked to think that they'd had enough fun to forget the night before, at least for a little while.

[bibbysstuff]

Mc in Lingeries, Li addition

[mspinkyponky]

୭˚. ᵎᵎ LADs Thread: What College would be like with them!

just a soft fluffy thread i’m doing for fun!

₊˚⊹ ᰔ featuring: Zayne, Xavier, Rafayel, Sylus, Caleb

₊˚⊹ ᰔ content: the boy’s college life based one their personality, major, school clubs, and relationships with MC!

₊˚⊹ ᰔ SFR! for my ramadan mcs ⸜(｡˃ ᵕ ˂)⸝♡

₊˚⊹ ᰔ i’m using she/her pronouns for mc!

₊˚⊹ ᰔ all pictures are found on pinterest! also this is my first ever post on here so feel free to let me know what i should improve on ദ്ദി(ᵔᗜᵔ)

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❆ Zayne

Personality: He is the kind of student that is the best without even trying. he is frankly quite popular and tries to avoid the attention, even though it is inevitable, like have you seen this man? he is charming who wouldn’t have a crush on him? definitely a campus good boy crush.

Major: i do not see MC and Zayne being in the same school as he definitely would enrol in med school, but if there is an AU where he is in the same college as MC, he would be in biomedical sciences or biotechnology.

School Club: for his school club, he would definitely be in student council and a sports club like archery. if INFOLD ever has a sports quint banner to celebrate, i don’t know, Linkon Sports Day, i would definitely want to see Zayne in archery. just me? i don’t know, i want to hear from my zayne lovers, what do yall think?

Relationship: for his relationship with MC, it would definitely be a childhood best friend kind of trope. he is definitely the type of guy to do anything for MC. he would pull all nighters for MC if she needs his help in studying to give her motivation. then he has to carry her to her bed when she inevitably falls asleep during their studying session. because he is popular, and MC is always seen together with him, naturally, everyone ships both of them together. both of them are the cutest pair and the whole cohort supports it. he would definitely have to confess when the shipping gets out of hand, his ears would always show his emotions even when his face is super straight. his ears would be redder than tomatoes.

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✦ Xavier

Personality: for Xavier, i would definitely see him as the laid back, quiet guy. he would be at the back of the lecture with his hood up and asleep. he would do borderline for regular assignments. but when its graded and counted in the credit, he would ace it. its diabolical. he is the type to pass without even needing to pull all nighters, its like he is still listening to the lesson in his sleep. he definitely loves to explore the foods in campus and would tell new students what foods he’d recommend. would definitely have a food blog as like a hobby.

Major: for his major, he would definitely be in something that relates to astronomy, like cosmology and astrophysics. MC would not be in the same course but her classes would be near his.

School Club: after school clubs for Xavier would also be a sport but not the vigorous kind. similar to Zayne but instead of archery, i’d see him in fencing. what do my Xavier lovers think? [i try my best not to relate the school clubs to their majors because it adds more character.]

Relationship: his relationship with MC would be like hallway crush or same club mates type of thing. where they would occasionally see each other in the hallways or during fencing practice, and it becomes so often that MC decides to speak to him. a simple hi or something like that. then slowly they bond over food and start to get close to each other. both of them aren’t popular so its isn’t really known, but because of Xavier’s huge crush on MC, he would definitely glare at any guy who tries to talk to her. she doesn’t see his feelings for her at first, but when one of her friends point out certain things he does, MC gets a grasp of it and would confront him over hotpot! he would nonchalantly tell her that he likes her while chewing on hotpot meat. manz would NOT blush or show a sign of fluttery.

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༄.° Rafayel

Personality: Rafayel is 100% the most popular kid and would bask in the attention, as he should, pop off king. he’s popular because of his charm, his personality, and his talent. he is sassy and is extremely bold. he would definitely have a sense of fashion that makes him stand out. he may not be nice, but he’s funny so he doesn’t get slander for being mean. he’s not a valedictorian but is good at what he is interested in.

Major: he is definitely in an artistic type of major like Fine Arts. i know it would be a stretch, but being in Interior Architecture would kinda eat… i mean do you see how his studio looks in the game? 100% might eat.

School Club: picking a school club… i definitely KNOW he is a drama kid. he is in a drama club and he is the president. he plays in musicals and would rock the theatre, hence gaining popularity. like the amount of times i’ve seen a theatre relating to him in game is insane. he is a theatre kid and drama queen at heart.

Relationship: it might be an even bigger stretch… BUT! i see him in an opposite attract with a hint of enemies to lovers kind of vibe with MC. OKAY HEAR ME OUT! he is the popular guy, everyone wants him, everyone likes him. and MC is that one quiet kid that pretends he doesn’t exist. doesn’t acknowledge him one bit and that annoyed him. so he made himself known to her. i definitely see a Glinda and Elphaba type of relationship. he saw Wicked, pointed to Glinda and definitely said ‘thats me what are you talking about?’ Naturally MC hates his cocky and sassy attitude. but she eventually falls for his sweetness and charm. its not an intense enemies to lovers but more towards opposite attract type of thing. his confession would come about during an award ceremony for a musical competition. he would thank everyone and ‘someone special’. once he was off stage and he’d run to MC and confess to her.

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♛ Sylus

Personality: oh lord, this one was difficult. i can’t see Sylus in a college AU… like bro has an empire why would he need a degree? but if there was one, i imagine he is the big intimidating guy who is a softie at heart. he has this tough personality of being that sporty guy that people respect. his aura is intimidating and no one dared to speak up to him. until a certain someone. he is pretty much a delinquent and does what he wants, the consequences be damned. he also is the hottest guy in school, having a damn sports bike that makes him stand out from the other popular guys.

Major: he would be in a business or accounting major, just something that is useful to start his own business. for some reason, i imagine he is amazing at maths, and sucks ass at science. just me?

School Club: yes… i know people would think he would be in a boxing club… but i don’t think any school would have a boxing club (¬_¬") , so i think Sylus would definitely be in rugby/football. like a vigorous sport that matches his physique and stamina. he is definitely the captain of the the team.

Relationship: MC’s relationship with him is definitely a forced proximity trope. how they are forced to work together for a graded pair presentation. they barley know each other, but right off the bat, they dislike each other because they are basically polar opposites. MC wants to ace the project, while she has a partner who basically doesn’t give a damn about the project. he would propose a deal, that if she wants him to work on the project, she has to attend and watch his game as his fake lover (he wanted to shoo away attention from the other annoying cheerleaders). eventually he would fall for her first because of her braveness and boldness to step up to him and her determination to get under his skin. MC would accidentally slip out a confession during a fit she’d throw because he got under her skin first.

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❦ Caleb

Personality: honestly, Caleb is the heartthrob of the school. every girl and guy wants him. he’s the guy with that charming smile that could knock anyone out. but sadly he only had his eyes on one person. he would show off his popularity to MC and would brag about the flowers, letters and free food he’d be getting from secret admirers. MC would be annoyed and unfazed. secretly, he is obsessed with you and would do anything to protect you from harm. he is the type to host those college parties and everyone would go because it is 100% the biggest party of the year.

Major: if Caleb had a major, it would definitely be an Aviation type of major, before graduating to Flight school. (i have no idea how pilot in training works cus im a dumb goof)

School Club: for his after school club, he’d 100% be in a sports club like basketball, and he is the captain. MC would attend his games and cheer him on.

Relationship: MC and him are obviously childhood best friends, but with much more banter than Zayne. he is the type to tease and poke fun at MC for past habits or funny moments together. you both have a strong bond and is a 100% the biggest idiots together. Dumb and Dumber. without MC knowing, he had always liked her since the first time he saw her from across the street. a boy next door type of love. he had always been there to protect her even when she wasn’t aware of it. why did those other guys stopped bullying her? you don’t want to know what Caleb did to them. he would confess during graduation before he goes off to another state to start his pilot training. it is more fun that way cus MC would 100% think about it all the time and start to miss him. he is a good tease ;)

[solifloris]

"even if he's the worst version of all the calebs from then to now, you still want him?"

lvl 51 affinity call — i still think about this call a lot not just because i have nightmares often too and i definitely would have called him too LMAO 😭 but because. this line... there's something so heartfelt about this exchange that i just 😭 my heart feels like it's twisting but /pos 😭

you can just. you can see how much he always wants to do for her, how much he's always wanted to do for her, even through everything that he has been doing already. bec he's been doing a lot!! so much!! it's how he's been trying to show love bc that's how it used to be!!

yet... the reality remains that things aren't how they used to be. and then he calls the him now the "worst version".

he knows. he knows that the person he is in the present isn't the person she's always had in the back of her mind, isn't the person she's familiar with, isn't the person she's the most fond of... is the person that has hurt her. he knows that she's been sensitive about the way he's been doing things, knows that sometimes the things he does doesn't make her happy.... and i think he really just... he sees it, you know? it's not something he just notices and then does nothing about... he's aware. aware that, making her happy, taking care of her like he used to... he doesn't know how to do it properly, doesn't know if he even can anymore. things are different this time. he's still learning to come to terms with that... still trying to deal with the struggles of presenting this whole self that he's very much aware of—without hurting her this time. and i think that a lot of the times :( like in this call :( he just really wants a certain reassurance from mc that he's doing something a little better...........

:( just :( the vulnerability jumps out so much here :( i really want to give him the biggest hug :(

it's such a myth callback... :( he makes me so ill i'm so sick to my stomach 😭 (/pos)

[stardustedknuckles]

It's looking like there's a growing divide between Campaign watchers and Tlovm watchers in terms of like. We're here for the characters. 12-episode seasons aren't. They can't be. I'm already making peace with everything we'll lose in the Mighty Nein show, and I know I will enjoy it for what it is but I also know that almost nothing that made the story so special will translate to the screen, because turning it into a show automatically means (in this day and age) that plot must be the number one priority. They've already come out and told us it's going to be different, the characters we know and love but new stories.

Because that's how this has to work. And I feel bad for campaign one lovers, because while it is certainly the easier of the two to translate to a big, overarching story, even though it's a more "traditional" high fantasy story with easier archetypal characters, the archetypes and the plot aren't what cemented most people's love for the campaign. So much of the love for critical role is stored in the interpersonal dynamics and the payoff that comes from hundreds of hours of tiny interactions that one day become cornerstones of development and even affect or dictate the plot.

There's no room for that. There's no room for Bard's Lament in a story that cannot afford to remove and replace a main character. A lot of tlovm is for people who have been here for all of campaign one. Most of it, however, isn't. It's for a new crowd. While CR may have creative control, you can bet your ass that there were months and years devoted to figuring out how to map a character-focused love of the show into a plot that hits the right beats to be viable in the show market.

And it worked. Tlovm has consistently high viewing numbers, and its popularity has brought and will continue to bring new people into the universe who have never interacted with CR previously. That's not a bad thing - imagine finishing your favorite show and discovering it has another FIVE HUNDRED HOURS of the equivalent of behind the scenes content. That's incredible for these newcomers. But man, it is in many ways a loss for us.

[ariadne-mouse]

Caleb: yesterday was, ah, not great

Nott: yeah, well, we'll do better today, right?

Caleb: sure - sure we will

[sleg48]

After the Total Drama reboot’s Rematch, the post-season drama is still going strong…

[c-kiddo]

was worried parts of cr2 would not hold up on rewatch (especially seeing people hate the aeor arc so much) but ngl so far its either been good and fun as hell (travellercon, pirate arc) or just straight up banger after banger. like the xhorhas to angel of irons through to refjorged arc and then the cathedral.................. unrelenting slay

[thebramblewood]

You mean you don't show affection for your one and only brother by repeatedly throwing the love of his life's tragic fate in his face?

Featuring a very tiny cameo by @moonfromearth's Veronica!

Previous / Next

Caleb: You look… refreshed.

Lilith: Yes. Thankfully, Veronica’s supply hit the spot. [appraising glare] I could say the same to you. I can smell her stink from over here.

Caleb: [momentarily alarmed] Whose?

Lilith: [rolls eyes] Don’t play dumb, Caleb. That spellcaster bitch! I can always tell when you’ve been gallivanting around the Realm.

Caleb: I’m sorry. Do I need your permission to visit a friend?

Lilith: Of course not. I just don’t know why you still bother. The only thing you two ever had in common has been a literal pile of ashes for years.

Caleb: I’m not talking about this with you now - or possibly ever again.

Lilith: Oh, she got you all riled up. [shouting] I know you’re hiding something! You’ve drawn an iron curtain across your thoughts, but I’ll tear it down eventually. I always do!

[dhampiravidi]

"I've been reading about ancient artifacts imbued with magic. Do you think they still exist?" (Cassia to Caleb. Up to you whether this is after they learn about each other's powers or if Cass just brought it up randomly not knowing Caleb has magic, too 😂)

Oh, shit.

Caleb remembered that other than being traumatized by Chase, Sarah (his very-much ex) had taken the news concerning his Powers and his friends being witches. Still, she'd ended up leaving Ipswich for New York (specifically, NYU), admitting that she liked him, but it was all too much for her to take in at once. Caleb was very happy with Cassia--that's why he was freaking out. He and the guys had gone through Spenser's library for two afternoons, to check out all the books with info linking their families and the Sons to magic. After all, Cass wasn't stupid. If she got her hands on one of those, she'd easily figure it all out. He didn't want to risk losing her. It was selfish, he knew because if he wanted a future with her, he'd have to 'fess up eventually. Until then, he was trying to keep his secret a secret.

He noticed that he was rubbing his thumbs over his knuckles and that his jaw was clenched. If Cass knew him as well as he thought, she knew he was stressed out about something. Caleb forced himself to lower his shoulders, and that sort of got his muscles to relax. Ever since he'd charged himself with taking care of his mother (who now, thankfully, was doing much better) he'd taught himself to create a facade of calm whenever he was internally freaking out in front of people. And then, drawing on what he was learning in his debate club, Caleb decided to both answer Cass's question logically, and to ask another question so she was more focused on her words than his.

"I dunno. I guess it depends on whether or not the artifacts were ever actually real to begin with. They always call Excalibur 'legendary', not mythical, and Jayn told me that Brits believe King Arthur's supposed to return when the nation's in trouble, using the sword I guess..." He turned on his side to look at her. They'd both finished taking a nap ten minutes before, having agreed that they had studied enough for one afternoon. "You're from England, right? Did they ever talk about it in class?"

Please take the bait.

He felt bad, scheming against his girlfriend, but he had family to protect.

[ovrdrivess]

caleb was fighting the urge to grab a glass of something stronger than the water that was currently in his hand. he wasn't feeling on edge or anything, but with such a mixture of people in one room, he couldn't help feeling the need to throw back some dutch courage. still, he resisted, eyes scanning the room to find a familiar face that he didn't want to punch. said eyes scanning the room must have looked particularly intense because he felt them lock on to someone across the room, someone who was now coming over.

event starter for @fclsehearted

[volvolts]

My Brian saw a dumb meme and I thought “belos” but it’s also nsfw

[diana-goodwin]

@ caleb ashmore's residence

with @caleb-ashmore

Despite every one of Louise's shortcomings, the former southern beauty queen had instilled in her daughters the same southern manners she'd grown up with. Saying "yes sir" or "no ma'am" (although the ma'am hadn't stuck in a place like Michigan), the proper way to introduce people to family and friends, and being a good houseguest were just a few of the rules Louise had for her daughters. And as much as Diana was loath to admit it, they often were an asset in her adult life. Among these was the rule she still followed most often: never show up to someone's home empty-handed.

So when Caleb answered the door, Diana held the case of pale ale up that she'd purchased earlier and hauled across the neighborhood. If nothing else, sharing a car and not having her own was going to make for some killer calf muscles from all the walking she was doing. "Brought you a gift," she cracked, looking up at the man who had been an extension of Grace in her mind for the past ten years or more. "Thanks for letting me stop over. You busy?"

[elenaramirez]

for: @caleb-lycaon

location: Yoga Studio, Holy Island

Elena was well and truly familiar with the route between Elio's home and the ferry slip but she hadn't spent much time exploring the rest of Holy Island. There were enough deities around��all of whom she preferred to avoid—if someone needed help, there were at least two other, infinitely more experienced ones close by.

She had never felt particularly comfortable here. Everything was too pristine, too carefully manicured. The buildings and people looked like they belonged in ad campaigns or magazines, the streets were clean in a way that made her feel like an intruder just for merely existing in jeans and scuffed-up Converse. But now, that discomfort came with an odd kind of relief, because at least the chances of accidentally running into Augustine here were slim to none. The alpha was even less likely to show up at a yoga studio—especially not the one his cousin was supposedly teaching at.

The studio itself was sleek and minimal, light-flooded open spaces and smooth wood floors—exactly the kind of bougie Elena had expected. A woman at the front desk looked up as she approached, offering a warm smile that, for some reason, made the young deity feel even more out of place.

“Hi,” Elena said, tucking her hands into the back pockets of her jeans to keep herself from fidgeting. “Can you tell me if someone named Caleb Lycaon works here?”

The woman’s face lit up in recognition. “Oh! Yes, he does. I'm afraid you just missed his class, but he should still be in the studio.” She gestured toward a hallway. “Second door on the left. You can go right in.”

Elena nodded, murmuring a quiet, “Thanks,” before heading in that direction. She didn’t know if Caleb had heard about her fight with Augustine yet, but she was certainly about to find out. Stopping at the threshold, she lightly rapped her knuckles against the doorway to get the Elder's attention. "Hi... Um, sorry for the.. ambush, I was told I'd find you here. Do you have a moment?"

[astravates]

starter for @sanguisarcana | caleb & astarion

Despite the simmering frustration brewing within Caleb towards his fellow companions on this particular evening, he still found it in himself to agree to conjure the tower for those who desired it. In truth, it may have been more for his own sake than anyone else's, as he preferred the spaciousness and privacy of his tower over the cramped and dingy campgrounds or a small, spare room in a tavern in Baldur's Gate.

The wizard’s usually level-headed demeanor replaced by a recent air of stress, his mind consumed by the ticking time clock represented by the tadpoles in their heads. And to add to the pressure, he was once again faced with seeing Astrid and Eadwulf again. And as time progressed, Caleb's frustration reached a boiling point as most of their group dismissed the idea of taking on Cazador as a priority.

He craved solitude, just a few blessed hours to collect his thoughts and regain some semblance of sanity. The weight of recent events was bearing down on him, threatening to crush his already fragile mental state. After a while, with his head properly back upon his shoulders, it was time to pay a visit to the one person with more of a right to be frustrated than him—Astarion.

A quick stride brought him down the hall to Astarion's room, its dark wooden door only a few steps away. He paused for a moment before knocking softly, teeth sinking into his lower lip as he waited for a response.

[invcntions]

closed starter again for @silkchvffon

“ no. no way. ” the words escape his lips before caleb has a chance to stop them, brown eyes raising to the other male as jude walks in and the reaction's an instinct he doesn't quite have the forethought to hold in. not that he would. “ you can't wear that outside this house — in fact, i won't leave this house with you if you're in it. we're supposed to be blending in here. ” though his lips can't help but tug to a faint smile at the rather hideous festive sweater, the sight endearing even if caleb doesn't quite know how to voice that fact. “ whichever one of them got that for you, they're not your friend. ” he jokes softly instead, his money most likely on ada, though he's not sure he'd put it past any of them.