#foolish space owl: prince with a heart stolas

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It wasn't fair...it wasn't fucking fair. Things were going so well recently. He was getting closer to Stolas, his business was actually doing good, he could afford nice things, and his magic was getting strong. For fucking once, everything was going right. So...why?

"As you can see, your majesty." An annoyingly arrogant voice preaches from one side of a courtroom. "Our little imp is guilty of grave injustices. As such, I see no reason to prolong this any further." He continues.

It was such bullshit. This Elsa rip off dragged him here to get him guilty of shit that nobody else cared about. Didn't get Stolas involved, tried to accuse his whole agency. The only silver lining was that he managed to get them off on Satan's whole 'Imps are a slave race' chargin. But, he's got nobody else to defend him...this is it, isn't it? For all his new power...he can't do anything about this.

"Stolas...I'm sorry..." He whispers quietly as he tries not to cry.

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For the most part, it seems like it's simply another day in Hell. Some news bits about the 'Hazbin Hotel' but they're not really noteworthy, just mocking opinion pieces. He actually receives a text message from Blitz just as he started checking his phone.

"Hey. Talked to my new friend. She said she was free to meet up with ya when ya feel like it. Word of warning, she might look like an angel, but she isn't." It reads.

Then a picture of the two comes through. Blitz standing next to her, and she is clearly leaning down into view with a grin.

Stolas was currently staring at some paperwork, brain working hard to process the information it held through the fog of boredom. Normally he thoroughly enjoyed reading and working through the words but today was different. He found he just couldn't focus on his work which was frustrating in itself. Perhaps a brief break would be beneficial? He stands up to leave his office and goes to make some tea while scrolling through various things on his phone. Maybe something of interest would be found there.

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STOP ATTACKING ME! - A short Helluva Boss OC Drabble

Yeah I’m not gonna lie.. I don’t really like Stolas, I’m sorry. His whiny attitude about how Blitzo doesn’t love him is honestly really annoying. So here’s my frustrations being put into a small story!

(Also this basically serves as an origin story to Raya’s rivalry with Stolas.)

Stolas likers, I’m sorry in advance. This one isn’t for you.

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The Goetia palace was lavishing as ever this evening; the crystal chandeliers sparkled in the evening light, the constellations painted on the ceiling seemed to glow, and the polished marble floor reflected the silhouettes of the avian royalty of Hell.

While Stella flounced about on the ballroom floor and squawked to her peacock acquaintances about her stupid husband, the owl prince Stolas stood 10 feet away from her, meekly sipping on some rich wine. “Witch.” He hissed under his breath. He was dressed in his bathrobes, as he couldn’t bother to get into his more formal attire. It’s not like anyone would care, anyways. Pity, pity, pity…

Andrealphus gave his brother-in-law a snide glare as he strode over to his cackling sister, who was loudly singing about what foolish things her husband had said this week. She did like to torment him, so this was nothing new to the owl prince.

Stolas huffed and ruffled his feathers, a look of sadness creeping up on his beak. If only his “star-crossed” lower-class lover Blitzo could whisk him away from the “Still Not Divorced” party, leaving his teenage daughter Octavia to sit awkwardly with her mother…

His train of thought was interrupted when he heard someone yelling mildly as they struggled to climb over the balcony rail. Stolas’s ruby eyes lit up, and he dashed over to the balcony he was standing next to, grabbing the arm to pull his lover up to the pala-

It was a human.

“Oh.” Stolas sighed. Regardless, he helped her up and into the palace, as he didn’t wish to be rude. “My apologies. I thought you were someone else.” He briskly turned to an imp waiter, trying to offer the woman something to drink or nibble on. She refused politely, though by the look on her face, she wanted to discuss something with the prince.

“It’s alright. I actually wanted to ask you about something regarding your.. affair.” The words “affair” seemed to haunt Stolas. Affair was far from what could be described about his loving, totally sincere relationship with Blitzo. “…Right then. Please, pray tell, what do you wish to query me?” Stolas adjusted his bathrobe to appear decent.

“Why do you still chase after that imp?” She shot him a subtle yet icy cold glare. Stolas felt his heart quake. “…What- What is your name..?” He asked the human. She gasped lightly and adjusted her corn-colored hair. “Raya. Why do you wish to know?” She tilted her head up at the prince. “I- …With all due respect, miss Raya… I genuinely feel a strong, warm connection to that little imp.” Stolas stared off into space as a sick warmth spread to his beak.

Raya clenched her teeth, clearly annoyed he was trying to change the subject. As he started to ramble on and on, she felt slightly agitated and wanted to square the conversation back. “No- no, you’re not listening to me, your highness.” She spoke out, causing the owl to hoot slightly and shut his beak in mild shock.

“…Like I said, you’re chasing after someone who isn’t interested in you. You deliberately harass the poor man, exploiting him for your pleasure and to keep his business afloat, and even prioritizing him over your daughter not once, but twice. You flaunted your first affair to your wife. And I get that she’s awful, but it doesn’t give you an excuse to do so. You spend all your time wailing and waiting for your imp prince to rescue you from the wicked witch, but you’re just living a fantasy. A sick fantasy in which you leave your daughter alone as feared. And no amount of coddling could change that, which is why you need to take the first step and accept that Blitz. Doesn’t. Love you.” Raya went on a long-winded rant, essentially calling out the Goetia prince for his attitude and actions.

Stolas was horrified, his legs were shaking like a great earthquake, his heart heavily beating as sweat trickled down his beak. It was true, but he didn’t want to accept it. He hated confrontation, he hated owning up to his mistakes and recognizing his flaws. And then, right before she could deliver the verdict…

“STOP! STOP IT, PLEASE, I BEG OF YOU! PLEASE, STOP IT!” Like a child, the owl prince screeched and stumbled back, crocodile tears streaming down his face as he made a scene. “No- wait- I- I didn’t mean to. Your royal highness, I apologize. Please, just breathe and think rationally for a second…!” Raya lightly raised her hand to soothe the prince.

“WITCH! SHE’S RAISING HER HAND AGAINST ME! SOMEONE, PLEASE TAKE HER AWAY!” Stolas cried out, dark blue feathers slightly falling from his body.

The orchestra paused as the royal avians turned to the scene. Andrealphus raised an eyebrow, mildly confused at the behavior of his brother-in-law. Stella, however, had a wicked, almost proud grin on her face. Two hellhounds grabbed Raya by the forearms while she was distracted from attempting to ease the prince.

“Ma’am, it’s nothing personal. We’d like for you to leave the premises at once.” One of them barked at her. “No, wait-! I’m not done! Octavia! Princess! Please just know that my door’s open if you wish to have a safe space!!” Raya called to the Goetia princess as she was dragged out of the ballroom. Octavia, while mildly confused, as put at ease as she went to go comfort her tantrum-throwing father.

Raya was tossed outside of the Goetia palace, and she hit the pavement upon impact. “Respectfully, you are disallowed from entering this palace again.” The other hellhound affirmed her as they shut the doors. “Damn it all…” Raya sighed and picked herself up. She shivered slightly, mildly irritated that her confrontational approach didn’t work out in the end.

Just before she was about to leave, the door opened and closed quickly. Raya turned around, finding a prideful Stella exiting the palace. “Well done. Really, darling, well done!” She slowly applauded the human. “What?” Raya mouthed to no one in particular.

“You really took the words out of my mouth. Although I’m still mildly disgusted that the imp-sucking excuse of my husband is being coddled right now back upstairs… you really said some things I wanted to hear for a long time.” Stella smiled lightly, offering a hand for the human to shake. Raya stared down at her hand, then pulled her lavender cardigan sleeve a bit over her palm before accepting the handshake.

“I’m… honored, I guess.” She awkwardly brushed a piece of hair out of her eyes. “Well, I must head back to the Still Not Divorced soirée. Just keep in mind though… I admire your bravery.” Stella curtsied lightly before taking her leave and re-entering the palace.

Raya stood there, flabbergasted. Although her mission was unsuccessful, she at least felt satisfied voicing her thoughts on the prince.

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And that’s the end! I’m gonna be honest, I’m not really keeping up with the show anymore, so I tried to write the characters to the best of my ability.

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It was another day in Hell for the prince of the Goeitia, or the one of many at least. Paperwork, some meetings, and generally keeping an outward appearance of control. All exasperated by this annoying shoulder injury he sustained months ago. Of course, such was the damage that could be done by holy weaponry. It was near impossible to heal...and that made such an injury a thing that one could take advantage of.

During one of his meetings, a hellhound breaks in through the carrying multiple firearms. He unloads into the room almost immediately. His guns aren't anything special, but they're loud and blinding...and Stolas sees a familiar holy glow around his waist.

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It was a weird thing, the idea that Blitz would even want to go more steady with Stolas. How far he's come from the day where he solicited the prince for sex to get his grimoire. Now? He'd tear up anyone who would dare hurt him. Of course, this progression would involve more than just the two of them. Their daughters especially deserve a voice on how they feel about this.

So, that's why they're here now. He, his daughter Loona, Stolas, and his daughter Octavia. They were all here so they could talk about what they thought about his and Stols' relationship going forward.

Unfortunately, he wasn't sure how to start this up. "So...Umm, thank you, uhh, for both coming...here." He says, as they were talking in Stolas' home. Loona just rolled her eyes at that awkward introduction.

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@foolish-space-owl plotted starter!

For the past few days, Blitz has been acting off. He's a little less focused, a bit more stingy, and overall, looking rather tired. He was getting so bad that he was getting bags under his eyes. And this became more pronounced day, after day, after day. Until eventually, he was spotted by Stolas outside his manor trying to get in. He was trying to climb the gate because...reasons. But he was clearly struggling and slipping due to exhaustion.

"Fucking...come on...stop being so slippery..." He grumbles. He has no idea that Stolas already has spotted him.

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Wow, that Asmodean Crystal really does work wonders! He's gonna have to thank Reyna later for showing him how to use it to warp normally. Cause he ended up in front of Stolas' manor, he'd be happy to get see his precious prince...man, to think he could actually consider him that. With how much he owes Reyna, he feels like he's cheating her out. But that can wait for later, he's gonna see if he can find Stolas here.

"Hmm... front door is too boring. Let's try something more fun!" He says as he uses his magic to create a hammer that launches him over the walls of the garden. Landing in a bush, he crawls out, looking around for the owl. "Hey, Stols! You here?!" He calls out. He unfortunately can not pick up on the subtle differences of the garden.

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Blitz had forgotten that Octavia used to ride this horse. That must mean Emelia is extra gentle, because he's totally new to her, but she's so easy going still! He was so glad that Paleo let him ride her and has been helping her along.

"Okey dokey!" He says cutely, as he makes sure to hold on properly to the way that he was shown.

Blitz was having the time of his life, even if it was all a rather slow ride right now. The feeling of the gentle sway riding on Emelia was incredible. He felt like she was being super gentle and nice, not trying to buck him off right away.

"It's because Emelia is super nice and gentle! She's a great horse!" He says, praising Emelia, and gently petting her.

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"Right back at ya, Fizz. Seems like you and Oz managed to pick some snazzy stuff." He points out.

"Honestly, it just kinda happens sometimes. We dress up, and end up matching for it." Asmodeus muses with a chuckle. Sometimes he and his froggy just sync up without necessarily meaning to. It was both hilarious and adorable.

Then, a moment later, a new portal opens up. Reyna is standing on the other side of it. She was wearing a red silky dress, with golden frills and embroider, with a thin red veil over her mouth.

"Hey guys! Glad to see you're all set and ready! Come on through, I want you to meet them!" She says, gesturing the others to come through the portal.

It was nice for Blitz to get this chance to dress nicely alongside Stolas. It kind of reminded him of their first attempt at a date, back when they were...struggling, to put it lightly. Now though, they're living in the same place, they're deciding outfits together, and just they've been so close to each other. And with their first ever triple date, this works out extra fine. He then sees the other two step through the portal.

"Ohoho, most certainly! Never got to try a triple date like this before, so I'm excited for that alone. Plus, I'm very curious to finally meet Reyna's partners." Asmodeus says grinning.

"Honestly, I'm more wanting to know what she's got planned for us. New world for us to go to after all, so I'm wondering what it's like." Blitz comments.

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Was it really that special? He's seen what Stolas can do, and he thought that was far more impressive. And Reyna, but he's never seen someone like her to begin with, such a weirdo. Plus, Stolas was hot when he went all out- and that's where he should stop this train of thought!

"Well, sure. It's not like it's that big of a deal, knowing what you can do." He says with a shrug. Soon the waiter returns with their orders. The food smells pretty good.

Blitz sighs as Stolas explains. "Sorry...I just...I don't like you taking the fall for my actions. You're way too good for that." He says before shaking his head. He feels more like it's his fault for bringing this stupid question up.

"Yeah, good point." He thinks about what to talk about. Perhaps his magic? "So, the magic I've been learning is basically a sort of weapon's magic. I can create weapons and then summon at any point I need them. Hammers, guns, spears, swords, if it's called a weapon, I could probably make it." He explains.

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"I..." He wasn't sure what to say. He wanted to believe that so badly, he wanted to love like that so badly. But how could he? Fizz was no longer possible, he was with Asmodeus for fucks sake! And no way could he hope to find himself worthy of it either. Not with the shit he pulls. But...maybe he could try? It worked with getting back Fizz as a friend. But what if it ends up like Barbie? Ugh...fucking shit, he's going for it.

"Look, if...if you really mean that, I...I need something you can do to prove it. I want you to take me on a date. And this time, you get to pick. But!" He says holding a finger up.

"I don't want that shit that happened at Oz's happening again. You wanna be with me? We're gonna be open as fuck about it." He says definitively. It was as much for Stolas, as it was for himself.

"Be honest...do you actually care for me?" (Blitz is the one asking)

Those words hurt Stolas deep, very aware of his previous actions and words to the imp. How he'd made it seem like he only cared about their intimate relationship. He knew that their relationship was incredibly fragile and rocky right now so he had to pick his words carefully.

"Oh Blitz... Of course I do. I care so deeply for you... I just... I know I messed up showing that before... but I have always cared for you this entire time."

The owl looked down and his entire being just looked exhausted and pained. He'd ruined the lives of all those around him due to his own mistakes. His inexperience with romantic feelings were certainly no excuse and he desperately wanted to make amends.

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Andrealphus chitters annoyed at the slight. But he can't really refute what they're saying, can he? In the end, the decision is made, and it seems this first accusation is henceforth tossed out. Fucking damnit, how did Stolas actually manage to keep his cool over this?! He was expecting the foolish owl to be putty in his hands, yet with that stupid lizard here, he's managed to mount an actual defense! No matter, he was confident in the second charge.

"Very well, then I shall call my witness, the assassin himself, back to the stand." He says. After a moment, Striker takes the stand, understandably looking miffed.

"I thought we were done with this. Didn't y'all already decide that that two timing traitor was guilty?" The imp asks, a hiss.

"Unfortunately, no. It seems 'they' have some questions for you." Andrealphus says, gesturing to the other two.

Striker looks at them. He looks angry at Stolas, but then he spots Reyna. "...Who's she?" He asks.

"My name is Reyna. Thank you for returning to the stand. We wish to ask for greater details about the attempted assassination on Stolas. You're certain that Blitz was the one who hired you?" She asks.

"Yeah. Pretty sure that's been well established." Striker says, with an annoyed eye roll. Unaware that Reyna had trapped him in a lie where they knew the truth.

It was nice to see how Andrealphus was getting so ruffled up and angry. Good, if he got too upset he could likely make a mistake that could help them win the case. Satan also seemed like he was getting fed up with the peacock's drama and that took worked in their favor. When his former brother-in-law could finally say something edgewise he huffed out a small laugh, "of course, of course, you always were blind to small details."

It was another jab, calculated to be light but still bother him. While Stolas himself was rather angry and wanted to just throw his book at Andrealphus's face he was keeping fairly calm and level headed thanks to Reyna's presence. Though hearing about the admission of almost theft that Blitz had given has him giving a glance to his boyfriend before remembering the circumstances he was brought here thanks to Reyna.

"Andrealphus, you yourself just admitted that Blitz said he'd only attempted to steal my grimoire. How is it possible to steal an item that I can sense the location of anywhere, in any realm hm? It's easy to retrieve." After all, it was rather intricately fused and melded to his magic. It was how he knew that Blitz was in trouble on the mortal plane that one time after all. "Besides, I imagine the fear of almost losing all your loved ones in one fell swoop would make anyone admit to a false accusation if it meant they'd be safe."

Satan listens to both sides and considers their reasoning. It was true that Stolas should know exactly where his grimoire was at all times and that the owl demon apparently never filed for it to be stolen. "I'll strike that claim that the convicted said as duress to his situation but tell me why he needed your grimoire in the first place Stolas."

"A business arrangement, which we came to an agreement on until I could finalize the paperwork and formal request to get him a better means to facilitate what he needed. You can say I became a producer of sorts of his business and wanted to see it grow and thrive." While it wasn't in any writing it was essentially true the moment he let Blitz handle the grimoire. It also helped make sure that his business wasn't as illegal as it was.

"I see... While what you did isn't good Stolas, I feel we can put this matter of stealing the grimoire to rest since it's never truly been stolen. However, this doesn't excuse the fucking matter of his assassination attempt upon you." That was an even bigger deal than the grimoire issue had been after all.

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After some practice and effort, the two would find the right energy level to summon portals at for quick hits. It didn't take long at all, reaching the needed amount in only half an hour.

"Hahaha, man, you two are naturals at this! I guess that's to be expected though. Both of your potential for portal magic is crazy good!" Elfilin exclaims excitedly. "Next up, we're gonna work on using these portals properly." He says as he summons some dummies to use practice from portals. "Try and use your portals to land a punch on the dummies." He instructs.

"Alright, don't blame me if I break it though." Ozzie says smirking. He knew how to throw a punch, just had to combine with the portal. He rears his hand back, opens the quick portal, and punches through. It lands solidly with the dummy, but it remains standing. "Wow, sturdy little things aren't they?" He muses.

"Well, yeah. I use them for training too. A dummy isn't any good if you end up breaking it." Elfilin replies.

"With my help, I'll get you to be just as capable of it too!" They say happily, as they rest their spear on their shoulder. "For now, we'll work on your energy channeling. Can't get to the more advanced stuff before you work on the basics." They say, before they begin giving a demonstration of how much concentration and energy to put into making a portal.

Honestly, meeting Reyna was a rather unusual change in his life. So much has changed in the short time he's known the woman, and the same goes for Fizz, Stolas and Blitz. It's honestly been great, and he wonders where they'll go next? Either way, for now, he follows Elfilin's motions and tries to work on his portals.

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"With my help, I'll get you to be just as capable of it too!" They say happily, as they rest their spear on their shoulder. "For now, we'll work on your energy channeling. Can't get to the more advanced stuff before you work on the basics." They say, before they begin giving a demonstration of how much concentration and energy to put into making a portal.

Honestly, meeting Reyna was a rather unusual change in his life. So much has changed in the short time he's known the woman, and the same goes for Fizz, Stolas and Blitz. It's honestly been great, and he wonders where they'll go next? Either way, for now, he follows Elfilin's motions and tries to work on his portals.

"Believe me, not a lot of people do, I've noticed. Reyna's probably one of the few I've met who does, and she's not quite on the same level as I am. Here, let me give a quick demonstration of what you can really do when you think with portals!" They say summoning a spear. They raise it up, the tip facing down towards the ground. Suddenly, a portal appears below it, and several portals in an array in the air appear in front of them. With a stab, the spear goes down through the portal below Elfilin, and the same spear multiplied essentially, comes out of every other portal they made. They then pull their spear out, and the portals all vanish simultaneously.

Asmodeus, someone who had mastered use of portals for travel, was in charge of creating the crystals that legally allowed it, was stunned by the sight. He had no idea one could use portals like that, creating several portals all at once, and using just one for an attack to go through the rest. Elfilin wasn't just strong with combat portals, he was a down right master. "I can see that even I've got a lot to learn when it comes to thinking with portals." He admits.

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To the others it was the same as always, though the town in the distance looked a bit bigger. The same mountains, the same ocean, the same forest and open plains and sky. To Stolas, this place would be a bit like Earth, but far cleaner and less industrialized than the version he'd be familiar with. Something new to everyone though, was the figure waiting ahead. A tall blue anthropromorphic rat with colorful ears, a star necklace, and arm guards on their hands.

"Everyone, I'd like you to meet Elfilin, the friend of mine who will be helping teach today." She says gesturing to them.

"Hey there, nice to meet you all! Like Reyna said, I'm Elfilin. Fecto Elfilin specifically, but call me Elfilin please." They say happily.

"Well...fuck, I don't know who I was expecting, but nothing like this guy." Blitz says looking at the bright pastel...creature with utter confusion. How was this guy supposed to help teach Stolas anyway?

Asmodeus himself looks rather intrigued by Elfilin. He can sense the being has an immense amount of power, and more over, they radiate a masterful control over portals. He can only sense it due to his own experience with it, but even he admits that Elfilin might be better at it than him. "Well, please to meet you Elfilin. My name is Asmodeus, King of Lust. That was Blitz by the way." He introduces himself and Blitz, pointing at the latter.

"I'm quite alright. I'm excited to have you all meet my friend, and to see how Stolas improves!" She says smiling, clapping her hands together. With that said, she waves her hand, and a portal opens up. "We'll take this to the usual pocket dimension. My friend is already waiting over there for us! You're free to come if you want to, as always, Asmodeus." She continues before she begins heading through the portal.

"Well, you heard the lady. Let's get this shit started!" He says, pumping a hand into the air as he follows behind Reyna.

"Hahaha, he seems quite excited today. I wonder if it's because a certain prince might be joining us?" Asmodeus adds, with a teasing wink to Stolas.

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"I'm quite alright. I'm excited to have you all meet my friend, and to see how Stolas improves!" She says smiling, clapping her hands together. With that said, she waves her hand, and a portal opens up. "We'll take this to the usual pocket dimension. My friend is already waiting over there for us! You're free to come if you want to, as always, Asmodeus." She continues before she begins heading through the portal.

"Well, you heard the lady. Let's get this shit started!" He says, pumping a hand into the air as he follows behind Reyna.

"Hahaha, he seems quite excited today. I wonder if it's because a certain prince might be joining us?" Asmodeus adds, with a teasing wink to Stolas.

"Take your time, we'll be ready to go when you get back either way." Blitz says as he finishes eating, and then helps the others start cleaning. He doesn't mind helping either way, there's not much else for him to do while waiting anyway. His mind does wander about, thinking of what this new friend of Reyna's might be like.

"Who knows, maybe I'll learn something new too!" Asmodeus says with a little laugh. After all, he knows Stolas is fairly capable with portals, mainly outside of combat at least. But maybe this friend would help with that.

Either way, everyone does little things to keep themselves busy until Reyna shows up a couple hours later.

"Hey guys, how are you all doing?" She asks as she teleported into the room.