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martyreddie · 3 months ago

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okay so. imagine a show runner. we'll call him tom. tom is running a popular first responders show. and one day, tom sees this guy and thinks "I need him on my show". so he makes a character just for him. and this guy, let's call him bryan, he sees a lot of himself in the character. because the character was made for him! and there's just this... overlap. between the two of them. and at some point, a couple seasons in, tom notices that the character he made for bryan (let's call him teddie) is in a hole. curious! thinks tom. and tom goes to his superiors and says, "hey you guys, it seems one of my characters is in a hole. would it be okay if I got him out of there?" and his superiors tell him that they don't believe he's in a hole, and even if he is, who would care about it, people who are in holes are not part of the target audience, and there's no budget for ladders anyway. and this frustrates tom, so instead of building a ladder, he builds signs, to point to the hole and go "hey! there's a guy still in here!" and slowly but surely there's a crowd of people amassing who's reading the signs, and looking for the guy, and trying to raise awareness about the fact that he's in a hole. they can't build him a ladder, because it's not their hole and they don't have any proper wood, but they discuss plans for ladders, and stairs, and pulley systems. tom, meanwhile, grows frustrated and leaves to run a different show, with guys who are everything but in a hole, and for a while, he's happy.

but eventually, his old show is picked up by a new company – a company that time and time again has shown it has the will and resources to build ladders. and he's ecstatic, he returns to his show and tests the waters, he asks whether they'll let him build a stepstool for a guy on his show that's been sitting in a ditch for a while, and they tell him sure, go ahead, and tom takes some wood from a previous set design and builds a stepstool that's a little square and a little ugly but it gets the job done wonderfully, and voilà, the guy is out of his ditch! success! and the people love it, they're cheering and whooping, chanting to do teddie next, let teddie out of his hole, free teddie, and they're excited and happy and waiting for what happens next (there's a subset of people who fall in love with the stepstool but they're not important to this story), and tom runs back to his superiors, asking for the resources to build a proper ladder for teddie who's still in his hole, and they go yeah, sure, it worked out great the first time around, and tom builds a beautiful ladder, a wonderful ladder, sturdy and proper and everything nice, and he has his team guide the ladder into the hole and then, they wait. they wait, because the hole is by now so deep, they cannot see the ground anymore. it's dark down there, and cold, and they're all sure that teddie would grasp at the first chance to get out of there, will climb up the ladder without hesitation. and so they wait. but nothing happens. and slowly, they grow concerned. the crowd of onlookers gets restless as well, isn't there ladder, they say, doesn't it reach to the ground? and tom doesn't know what to do, and he knows he needs to manage these people's expectations, so he tells them the ladder isn't there at all, he was never planning on building it in the first place, and this isn't a hole, there's nothing here, teddie is above ground, he's just somewhere else right now, he's taking a vacation in texas, we don't know yet when (or even if!) he'll return. and the people riot, demand answers, and a proper ladder, a nice ladder, and they discuss amongst another, is he joking, we can see the ladder from a mile away, the hole from ten, they have to let him out, they have to let him climb, it would be wrong not to! and soon, the skeptics raise their voices, what if he's gone for good, what if he's left us behind for texas, what if he'll never return to us, what if, maybe, there was never a ladder and never a hole to begin with? what if it begins and ends with the ditch and the stepstool and all else is solid ground? and the believers yell out in anger, there's a hole, there's a hole, he's still down there, we can't leave our man behind, he won't forsake us, he'll return to us, and he'll climb, and he'll walk proud and tall, here in the daylight, and he'll be a happy man once more, but the skeptics laugh, accuse the believers of naivety, and soon, the crowd tumbles into a fight that seems like it'll end no more.

and amidst all this commotion and confusion, there's a muffled scream that goes unheard, a shout for help that no ear catches. it comes from down, deep down in the earth, where it's cold, and wet, and the sturdy feet of a long wooden ladder are slowly rotting. it comes from the hole. a desperate voice, a muted voice, a helpless cry that's stifled by a frantic hand. because deep down in that cold, dark hole, there's teddie, still alive and screaming, begging for help. but his efforts go unnoticed. they're sabotaged by no one else but his own reflection, the one in whose image he was made and that brought him to life; it's bryan, down in the dark with him, limbs locked around teddie's and holding his mouth shut. and even as the garbled sound of turmoil drifts downward from the hole's opening, all that reaches teddie's ears are bryan's desperate, anxious whispers.

"quiet," he shushes, "quiet. or they'll know we're here."

#listen guys i dont know what the fuck this is either okay #im tired and it came to me in a vision #entering my shitpost era i guess #i do think bryan might be a hole denier actually. whatever.#911 abc #ryan guzman #alex rambles #<- yeah fitting tag huh #long post #posts from rpf land

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larkwinged · 22 days ago

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𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐄𝐌𝐈𝐒 𝐅. 、𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐃𝐎𝐕𝐄𝐖𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐊𝐍𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓

PROFILE. a self-righteous knight who is too willing to throw their life away, and too eager to charge into battle. underneath their stubborn exterior, they are riddled with the pressure of upholding a family title that has long been lost to time.

FULL NAME. artemis elise fröhlich

PRONOUNS. they / them

GENDER. fem-presenting non-binary

AGE. early twenties

HEIGHT. 5”1

BIRTHDAY. november 12th

OCCUPATION. knight

AFFILIATION. knights of favonius

ELEMENT. pyro

CONSTELLATION. columba bellicosi

WEAPON TYPE. sword — “herald of the dawn”

Now stripped of its original purpose as a vessel to store all the memories of an ancient god king, this sword has been passed down in the Fröhlich family since the dawn of time.

Once wielded by the god of memories herself, this sword was blessed by the winds and presented as a gift to her youngest child upon the morn of their knighting ceremony.

“You, who represent the grace and bravery of humanity,” said the Queen, “take this and go. Become a pillar of hope to those wallowing in the darkness, and guide the lost onto a chivalrous path. You, the Dovewing Knight.”

And so, the first Dovewing Knight set out, protecting the people of Cairnfelle and standing tall as a beacon of hope, just as they were requested.

At the edge of the world, when the brilliance of Cairnfelle collapsed and the mountains crumbled, the sword found its way tumbling back into the hands of its previous owner to defend her honor, and upkeep her legacy until the final trumpet sang … announcing her defeat.

With no definite home, the sword lay in the ruins of its kin, preserved well by the Anemo Archon and his will — until the day it found its way into the waiting hands of the inheritor of an ancient title.

• demo music concepts. one two three

• ENG voice claim : keath òsk as cole seymour from yaelokre’s “meadowlark” project

• JP voice claim : marina inoue as armin arlert from attack on titan

CHARACTER STORY 1: eastward of eden

It is true that Artemis has long held resentment towards their older sister and past caretaker, Lilith. As a child, Artemis was refused of many things — including choosing their own clothes, partaking in certain activities, and having their own privacy. There wasn’t much they were allowed to do, and even the hobbies they enjoyed ended up ruined by Lilith’s excitement and pushy nature.

To this day, Lilith is unaware of the mental anguish she caused her siblings over the course of their entire childhood. However, in her own eyes, she has done no such thing, and has succeeded at being a “mother.”

Many citizens have told her, “My, you exercise much control over them,” and yet, she has failed to see the error in her ways. It is not entirely her fault, as she was forced into the role of a mother when she wasn’t ready for such a task. Even though she failed in many aspects of her parenting skills, there was one thing she has always truly succeeded at: caring deeply for her family.

However, no amount of love could undo the years of fighting and hurtful words thrown around between the siblings.

CHARACTER STORY 2: legacy

Long ago, in the days of yore, the archaic land of Mondstadt had been ruled by a monarch older than Decarabian. Her rule was rumored to last longer than his, and her birth is now nothing but scattered fragments along the wind.

When the Queen of the North Wind descended and claimed Mondstadt as her home, a mighty kingdom formed under her feet. Small huts grew to larger, firmer homes, and gargantuan cathedrals made of marble were erected in her honor. Trumpets blew, the wind howled, snow fell, and mountains as high as the heavens towered above humanity.

In later years, the prospering kingdom of Cairnfelle was officially born. Serving as a haven for travelers and poets alike, the kingdom sang with energy as it thrived under Queen Catalina’s guiding hand. The god of memories was exceptionally gentle, with a kind and compassionate heart that moved even the most stoic-faced men to tears. Her words were wise, her complexion glowing, and her promises true.

Cairnfelle, as much as it prospered, gained an enemy from a distant land. With no choice but to face the beast she prodded, the Queen set out to befriend the raging phoenix that had enough of her games. Ever the charming soul, the Queen did not have to do much to make the phoenix bow to her every whim, and before the citizens of Cairnfelle had the chance to acclimate to the visitor, the two were to be wed.

There is not much to say for the years in between the joining of two god kings and the fall of Cairnfelle, but this: Four inexplicably brave and virtuous souls were born from the two gods — four demigod knights who carved the way for the future of Mondstadt: The Four Archangels.

The Blair Family — the origin of the Fröhlichs, is no longer the raging flame of life it had once been, but a snuffed out ember of its former glory.

Only in passing on the titles of the Four Archangel Knights can the present day Fröhlich family hold tight to what was once a name feared and adored by all.

CHARACTER STORY 3: composition

Many questions have arisen over the years; all pertaining to a certain facet of Artemis’ composition.

“Is it a curse?” They’ve inquired, only to wind up receiving a simple, “I’m not even sure myself!”

However, that it is a small white lie they’ve grown to tell. In fact, Artemis is very much aware of the reason why they consistently find themselves on the brink of death and luckily make it out alive. It is because of the unique composition their ancestor, Lowen, was made of: pure and unbridled wrath.

The story goes as such: In the days of yore, when gods and monsters still yet walked the earth, a beast born of flame and rage took flight. They seared their enemies and allies alike, and roused the hearts of warriors all across Natlan. They utterly refused to lay their past life to rest. In doing so, they made a promise to their newfound family. The wrath that lived inside them was nothing but a blessing, and deserved to be passed on through their children, and future generations. And so, the endless wrath that boiled in their veins was passed on — consuming the lives of their children, and overtaking the brilliant flames that became their descendants.

To be a god’s descendant has always been an honor in the Fröhlich family line… Yet, Artemis — like the direct children of the god of wrath — see it as naught but a curse; For what blessing could bring about destruction and the devastation of any living being in one’s wake.

VISION STORY:

The blistering pyro vision attached to Artemis’ belt was said to be a gift from the gods, and maybe even a gift from the long gone god of wrath themselves.

What else are visions besides gifts from the gods? A tool to wield, and yet another curse Artemis must deal with.

At the young age of eleven, Artemis was sent out on their first escorting mission. It was their first mission given to them by Grand Master Varka, who was elated to test their strength and endurance. Not many were willing to accept an escort from a child — as was the case with the Fontainian aristocrat Artemis was talking their ear off to. However, the man said nothing, as the child’s directional skills were second to none. It was only when they hit a bump in the road that the man questioned Artemis’ capabilities as a knight.

“I should’ve known better than to trust a child!” He yelled, waving his fist in the air as he pushed them aside and ran off ahead by himself in the rain, leaving the young Artemis to fend for themselves amidst a hoard of abyssal monsters.

Although panic was steadily rising throughout their body, they forced themself forward — slashing at every monster with a shaky grip on their sword. The rain poured, sagging their clothes, and dragging their arms down to the dirt. The grip on their sword slipped, as did their footing, and they tumbled to the hard ground with a rough clash.

Their shoulder-piece scratched the bridge of their nose on the way down, and a thick line of blood began to spill from the open wound. A rifthound drew closer, baring its teeth and snapping its jaw as its claws outstretched, striking Artemis across the head. A clap of thunder sounded, and amidst the ringing in their ears, Artemis felt the weight of ten large wooden planks collapse on their back.

Even so, they shakily grabbed their sword, their nails digging into the wet earth, and began to stand. Their blood boiled as a wrath they were only warned about once crept up to the surface, prickling along their skin until it caved inwards, tugging at their ribcage and burning against their racing heart.

In a flash of white and gold, the hoard of rifthounds lay motionless on the grass, their bodies turning to dust as Artemis panted heavily. The wrath inside their veins bubbled, and their vision turned red. It was all consuming. It was destructive, and it was total annihilation. They struck down every monster seeping from an abyssal pylon until finally, they tore the pylon in half with nothing but their blade and their bare hands.

The rain continued to fall as they dropped their sword and collapsed to the ground in a heap of sore limbs and bloodied grass. Their eyes fell close for a moment — at least, what felt like a moment — and when they opened, a shining vision sat amongst the pool of blood left behind by their foes.

Indeed. The god of wrath, whose curse ran rampant in their veins, rewarded them with yet another “gift.”

𝐕𝐎𝐈𝐂𝐄𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐄𝐒

𝐓𝐑𝐈𝐕𝐈𝐀

• hobbies: When they are home in Dornman Port enjoying their days off, they like to wind down by practicing the art of crochet. Not only is it soothing to sit by a windowsill while the afternoon breeze filters into their bedroom, it is also a hobby their late mother held dear. By partaking in this hobby, they feel closer to their mother, and can preserve her memory longer. Another hobby is sports. Artemis can often be found playing with the kids in the port during vacations.

• beliefs: The Fröhlich family have always dedicated their lives to the protection of Mondstadt, and hold a firm worship to a god king who has long been dead. Although they have accepted Barbatos as their new savior, they still hold their original god close to their hearts. Artemis has naturally followed this belief and considers their worship of the god of memories their religion. During rough times, they find solace in a temple far north and meditate there for as long as they deem necessary. Once a month, they offer up a few of their most important memories— a ritual that has been passed down in the Fröhlich family for over 3000 years.

(This act of offering up memories is akin to the way some worshippers will offer animal sacrifices to the god they serve.)

• about — fate: Artemis is a firm believer that fate will guide the worthy and ultimately lead everyone onto the path they are destined to walk. However, they do not include the meddling of gods and higher beings into this equation. They believe that fate is its own entity and not dictated by the Archons nor Celestia. It acts of its own accord, and the gods are mere victims of fate, as well. Not even Celestia will be spared.

• about — death: Artemis believes that death is a stepping stone to a greater afterlife. Akin to their many family members, they believe that life is temporary, and death is eternal. When one dies, they are not truly dead; for they are shedding their mortal shell and accepting their true form, which is the soul. The soul will live on forever in the afterlife, while the physical body is nothing more than a temporary shell to house said soul. With this belief, the Fröhlich family does not fear death, but welcomes it with open arms— greeting it like an old friend.

#⟢ ── artemis f. .ᐟ #art by dearest koue 💋#TIS FINALLY FINISHED !!!!! holy hell. i have #<- MUCH to say.#first off let me start by apologizing for the small ass text 😔 big text stressed me out sometimes and often looks incredibly wonky/janky #at least to me it does #and it bothers me a hell of a lot #OKAY!!! ON TO MY DARLING ARTEMIS NOW :3 #this took me. so so so long to do man. i unfortunately dont have a reference pic for them yet but i hope to have one in ->#the future !!!! some artists ive considered commissioning dont draw armor so 💔💔 i have to find one that DOES #bc artemis’ standard fit/fit they’d wear if they were playable would include armor #u guys have only seen snippets of their casual/home wear so far #second — artemis’ weapon !!! i’ve known since their creation that they would wield a sword ! ik it’s basic af but it’s the only weapon that #<- fits them. if i had to choose a diff weapon for any reason then they’d use a bow. it’s already kinda their secondary weapon anyw since -#they were trained and r skilled at archery. that’s only in recent times though bc venti was the one who taught them archery !#‘herald of the dawn’ is a name i came up with on a whim. and imo it def suits as the name of their sword !!!#also artemis shares a birthday with me 🫣#‘columba bellicosi’ means warrior dove - or smth of the like. yuomi helped with the constellation name so shoutout to my goat 🤍#it’s also kinda cool bc catalina’s constellation is ‘columba mortis’ or - ‘dove of death’#ofc i had to include lowen into their character stories LOL #lowen is the reason artemis is rumored to be a demigod #also … THE BLAIR FAMILY MENTIONED EVERYONE CHEERED !!!!!#still not sure whether or not i like the vision story and i can always change it … i had a rlly hard time with it. i knew how i wanted them #<- to get their vision but i didnt know how to go about it. i think it turned out alright #me and artemis share the same views on death ! cool fact for u guys hehe :3 #one last thing !!! the voice claims were a bit hard to choose #i had NO idea where to start but then yaelokre began releasing more content of their character cole ->#and i KNEW i wanted cole’s voice to be artemis’ voice claim. it suits them perfectly #the jp voice claim was also a struggle bc i didnt know where to start 😭 but then i remembered my goat marina inoue and her ->#outstanding performance as armin and knew that had to be artemis’ jp voice 🙂‍↕️

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