#now much more well-researched outfit wise haha

[oooocleo]

felt compelled to redraw this 4 yr old sketch of ezra on this eve... 💁

[secret-time-is-here]

An Error's Journey

Chapter 30

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(I have a lot of easter eggs and random details I threw in this chapter ;] mostly with numbers-)

Slowly his vision returned, and for a moment he struggled to remember anything-then memories of the past and present flooded in. The memories of Death, his songbird, and of Papyrus… also that of before his “data recoverage” researching new buildings to move into for his work, something much better than the pitiful cramped townhouse turned office. Although, it had been all he could afford at the time, so he had to make it work. Yet, with so many new clients, Core was certainly right to come up with the backstory of needing a new office-even now watching over his shoulder.

Slowly, he leaned his tense body up-his jaw sore from awkwardly half laying on the surface of his workspace. The cup of coffee he had been drinking long since cold… just how long had he been out? His phone began to ring-classical music soothing his still waking mind-and he answered:

“Hey, ‘Mare.”

“Finally! Where have you been?! It’s been days!” His skull felt like it was splintering from the volume, even if Nightmare’s concerns were valid.

“Not a good time, Nightmare...” He drawled, groaning as a headache began to set in-and so did his hunger.

“...something happened, did it not?”

“Whatever makes ya say that-” Error rolled his eyelights, cleaning up his workspace and opening up his computer and unlocking it.

“You never use my full name- you also never miss a call and don’t return it.” Nightmare explained with a sigh, seeming to have calmed some. If his computer was right, nearly a week had passed, his inbox was full with mail from clients and reminders to pay rent-and even a few messages.

The first seemed to be from Core, the second from Ink, and surprisingly-the third from Dream. “...Did you have a recovery?”

“Yeah… I’ll… I’ll come home soon, ‘kay?”

“You said that a week ago-”

“Well, I didn’t exactly get to finish that stuff I started a week ago, did I?” Error reminded, shutting down his computer, “ugh… there wasn’t much that happened in my memories, just Frisk being a lil’ shit and finding every way to fuck with me they could.”

“That’s still heavy on your mental health, Ru...”

“I know- I know- ...still not good with all this good health shit.” Error paused, and thinking over things, made his way out of his office and locked the door to his townhouse, talking as he went. “How about this: I’ll come home now and ya can feed an’ spoil me all ya want, but tomorrow I get ta go finish my work for however long I need. Sounds good?”

“Better than nothing… I’ll see you shortly, glitch.”

“Ya too, Octopus.”

-----

The gang had been ecstatic to have him back, Horror cooking as much as he could while Killer and Dust wrapped him up in as many blankets as they could-per Nightmare’s request. Cross was the one to keep him company, talking to him about his new developments with learning code. It felt like ages ago he began teaching the other about code, and already knowing a little made it all the easier. Cross had made leaps in learning it, and because of him, the gang’s hideout had more than just Nightmare’s enchantments to keep them safe.

Nightmare had been the one to keep him in his blanket prison and slowly feed the other, making sure that Error was full and very well physically taken care of again before dragging him off and away from the gang. The dark guardian had forced him into a shower as soon as he could, and then pulled the other to rest and cuddle for the night, stealing away the negativity that seemed to grow with every data recovery.

Nightmare didn’t press for details.

Error didn’t tell him about Reaper.

The morning came, and with their agreement, he left to continue his work-although to his credit, he did stay for breakfast. He didn’t have the soul to say no to Horror, or Cross.

It wasn’t long until he was in the back of his office again, and with a quick change of clothes again-and a few changes to his code-he wandered out of his apartment over to the Star Council building. The building was nearly as old as he is, the bricks painted over many a time to give the appearance of something new. Something that was with the times and that everyone could trust.

Walking in as if he wasn’t the God of Destruction and didn’t have his picture posted on the walls next to Nightmare as a #1 criminal, he made his way over to the desk and asked to speak with Core-thankfully with no difficulty.

“Of course, Mr.Mode, Core has been expecting you.” The secretary had answered, “Core’s office is on the Top Floor, they’re in a meeting right now, so if you can wait in their office that would be great.”

“No problem. Is there a specific room or…?”

“Oh! Apologies, it’s room 1510, there should be a nameplate on it as well.”

“Thanks, have a nice day.” Error parted, heading straight to the top, and surprisingly, a certain someone joined him.

“Oh, hello, Mr.Mode.” Dream’s voice softly greeted as he walked in the elevator, “Are you going to the top too?”

“Hello to you too, and yes, I am.” The doors closed, “Late to Core’s meeting?”

“Oh, no. I did not even know they had a meeting right now, I am heading up to my office to get some more protection around Omega… There have been some people worrying about the safety of Omega.” Dream was decent at lying, but it did help that he knew who exactly those “people” were.

“Safety? Haha, you call Omega safe ?”

“That I do… If not trade a secret, may we have a trade of information? I am sure you were unaware of at least one thing I listed.”

“Hmm, I dunno, I’m pretty sure I knew all of what ya listed. Isn’t it written down in a book ‘bout ya in the back of the forbidden area of the grand Omega Library...? Written by an old professor at the local college?” Dream’s expression paled with shock, “Not so safe, is it?”

“Well it is Omega, it's probably the safest place around! At least from war criminals.” Error shrugged, the elevator began to tick down. “Omega still has crime on the inside like anywhere else, so… maybe try and keep the streets safe and then check up on the barriers?”

“You offer such a different viewpoint… I think I will look into that-oh! Did you get my email?”

“I got it, but haven’t gotten a chance to look at it yet, why not talk about it now? Still a ways to the top.”

“True,” Dream nodded, “My battle outfit had been ripped up in our last dispute… and so has my scarf...” Dream’s hand reached for his bare neck, his scarf gone for once. “I was wondering if you could make a new outfit for me, and mend my scarf? For a fair price of course.”

“A battle outfit…?” He hummed, and the elevator dinged, only a few floors left until the top “I’d need to do some research… and talk to you about the kind of outfit you’d like… but that should be more than possible.” He smiled softly, and Dream returned it.

“Oh, thank you! Please be careful with my scarf-it’s irreplaceable.” The elevator dinged, and the speaker came on, saying top floor, the two walked off, “Here,” Dream pulled out a card, “Let’s trade numbers, and organize a date to talk about this more later since I think you have somewhere to get to.”

“That I do, and I promise to take great care of it when it reaches me.” Error handed off his business card, as did Dream, “See ya later pretty boy!” Error called, walking away. Chuckling as he heard Dream stop in his tracks and pause, before continuing again. Error almost wishes he caught the yellow blush on the other's cheeks.

Honestly, Error had been expecting there to just be Core’s office on the top floor, granted the top floor still was rather small. It seemed as if there were only 4 offices-one for Core and another for each of the Star Sans’, then a few meeting rooms, a staff lounge, and a large patio outside that overlooked Omega City. Making his way down the halls-and barely paying attention to the numbers on the doors, he made it to the end of the hall.

On one side was room 1510, the other was room 1509. The other side seemed to have the meeting room he had heard about, he could feel several souls in there, far too many he knew and still many he didn’t. He could feel the warmth of Hearts’ soul, the power of Blue’s, the familiarity of Cobalts, the protectiveness of Mercy’s, and yet he couldn’t feel others, some seemed to be barely holding onto their souls… another seemed to have misplaced theirs.

He was tempted to open a window and peer into the room, but Core was far too keen, he could practically hear the other chastising him.

He chose the office.

He was thankful that it didn’t take long for Core to meet with him. Core had walked in quietly, shutting the door and snapping their fingers as Error’s false body fizzled away.

“I’d much rather we speak true face to face, God of Destruction.” Core explained, climbing into their chair and situating themself, “Enjoy your time with Death?”

“When I was away from Frisk...” He sneered, “I’m not here ta talk ‘bout memories, Core.”

“Very well then, decided on where to move your shop?”

“Over to Saphhire avenue, across from the Grand Omega Library.” Core’s eyes turned sorrowful for a moment, before lighting up again.

“Wise choice, not only next to our library but the university-and plenty of cafes.”

“Cafes?” Error questioned

“Tick tock, Error.”

“Got it, I’ll find out later.”

“That you will, I’ll get started on the paperwork, and I’ll send you everything you’ll need to sign later.” Core jumped out of their seat and snapped their fingers again, Error’s false appearance coming back, “You may want to head on your way...”

“Thanks, Core… anything I need to know before I leave?”

“No, everything is as it should be right now… I’ll let you know if I need to steer you away from the utter destruction of all of us again.” Core smiled, and Error had to take a moment to remind himself of Core’s oddness.

It was hardly a step out of the door that he got a call from his work phone, or in other words-Lapse’s phone.

“Heya Lapse! I just found this cool coffee place! Wanna come with me to check it out?” Miss an opportunity to mess with Ink? Never.

“Sure, I’m at the council building right now, should we meet up there or-?”

“Haha! Funny chances huh-? I’m in my office right now! Come on down-Room 1504.” And with that, Ink seemingly hung up.

Shaking his skull, Error made his way back through the short hallways and peeked his head into Ink’s office, which unsurprisingly was a mess.

Ink was looking far more casual than normal, scarf actually gone for once and a highly decorated satchel rested across his chest, his vials resting over the bag. The Creator was wearing a baggy tie-dye sweater with a black turtle-neck underneath, green tights adorning his legs, and slip on's for once covering his feet.

“Sorry ‘bout the mess Lapse! But as a fellow artist of sorts-I think you get it.” Ink shrugged, “Just trying to find Broomy Jr.-it’s a little hard to carry Broomy around in Omega...”

Yes, Broomy. Ink’s main weapon of choice. Error has had the misfortune of meeting Broomy and even Broomy Jr. many times. “Oh come on-I know I had something to help me find you!”

“Here, maybe ya won’t lose ‘em next time, fuckin’ idiot...”

Error couldn’t grasp the memory, but it did remind him… he reached out and felt his magic in the room-one source from the Tome he could clearly see the shape of through Ink’s satchel and another source from a decent-sized paintbrush that barely stuck out a pile of mess. Making his way over, he carefully pulled the brush from its confines, a long braided chain of blue string falling from the end cuff, a bracelet woven with small rocks and pebbles was connected to the chain.

“Oh! Broomy Jr.! You found them!”

“...No problem.” Error tried to shake off the memory but he simply couldn’t, the words replaying in his mind.

-----

“Well it’s been a while, hasn’t it?” Ccino called to him, “I was about to close up for the day, wanna hang out upstairs?” Error only nodded, “...Error?”

“Multiverse hasn’t been kind...”

“...Extreme Cocoa, got it.” That earned a hearty chuckle from Error, “Go on up there, I’ll join you in a second.”

“Thanks, Ccins,” Error murmured, teleporting to the second floor of Ccino’s place, finding his place between his friend’s plush couch cushions.

He must’ve blacked out again because he was gently tapped awake and carefully handed his mug of cocoa.

“...Come on, let’s get you inside-make some drinking chocolate?”

“Hot chocolate sounds nice...”

“Ru?”

Error’s skull snapped over to Ccino, “The multiverse really has done a number on you to be like this...” Error only nodded, “...when you’re done with that, wanna learn how to make coffee drinks? To take your mind off things?”

“...That’d be nice, thanks, Ccino.”

-

All characters belong to their respective creators

I still don't know how I busted out chapters 27-30 in a day but here we are.

[danganronpasurvivoraskblog]

A Big Gamble.

[That same morning.]

*yawn*

Oh. Hey. You’re finally up.

Hey...d-did I...?

I think you fell asleep on the sofa last night.

I’m glad you’re enjoying your video games and stuff, but you shouldn’t let that cause you to lose sleep.

Syobai, we work at a night club. If I can’t stay up late at night, I’m not going to be very good at my job, am I?

It’s because you spend all night at the Cabaret that you need some sleep.

Since when did you start caring about my health?

Maybe since we started living here and working and I really don’t want you to die from illness?

Hehe. How sweet.

Yeah, yeah, just take your breakfast.

Thanks!

Oh hey, I needed to pop in the workplace early this morning. I need to talk to the boss about something that came up.

I’ll be out for a bit is what I’m sayin’.

Then can I come with you? I’d really like to see Mr Ouma.

Heh. You’ll see ‘em tonight, but fuck it, sure...

...

Huh?

*Syobai and Iroha enter the High Roller during the closed daytime, but upon entering they suddenly see Kokichi and someone else by the stage.

Who is that?

...This isn’t good.

Huh? Wh-What’s wrong?

*They stay still as they observe the conversation.

So, do you get what I’m trying to tell you here?

It’s not a wise idea for you to start promoting your businesses in our area. You don’t want to bring down my managements fury upon yours.

That sounds like an invitation for competition Mr Fujita.

But as much as I love the idea, I can’t right now. I have an establishment to run and I’d like to keep our slate clean.

Rest assured, the amount of popularity this place has been getting from your regulars has nothing to do with me. It’s not like I’ve been sending sign boys down outside Club Compositrice, right?

I wouldn’t know, I haven’t checked myself...For all I know, you’re bribing my customers.

And for all I know, you’re doing bad at your job.

HAHA! That’s a good one!

There is no issue with my management. Mr Ouma, have you ever heard the phrase “money makes the world go round?”

Unfortunately yes. It’s not a saying I particularly agree with, but at the same time, I’d be pretty stuck without money.

Too right you would! Money is all you need in order to run a successful business.

Even in the context of public entertainment? Like this fine cabaret?

Indeed. Especially when it comes to replacing and upgrading your interior, exterior, menu and hostesses.

Wait, how exactly do you upgrade a hostess? You can’t modify a person with money?

I disagree! Money can buy your hostesses the most dazzling outfits, and in the context that a person is so dull they can’t be improved...

Then I can spend more money replacing them! There’s some business advice for you Mr Ouma!

...

Mr Fujita...remind me again why it was that you showed up here today?

I came to warn you not to start taking my customers from me.

Well, if I’m taking your customers, then clearly people prefer the way I run this  place to the way yours do.

Ergo, I don’t think I need your business advice. I’m already doing better than you.

Why you...!

Apologies. That was unnecessarily rude.

But I don’t want to associate my establishment with yours. There’s nothing I can do about your customer situation as a “rival” cabaret club. Good day sir.

...Just don’t let me catch my regulars coming to your place...

*”Fujita” as the man is called, marches heftily towards the door.

Good day...

*He greets Iroha and Syobai as he walks past.

Heh! Sure showed him sir!

Though, this makes what I came for a little easier. Seems you’re already aware of the situation.

Well, could someone tell me what it is? Who was that horrible man?

His name is Yosaku Fujita. He’s the manager of a Cabaret Club called Club Compositrice.

I’ve been researching the High Roller’s statistics recently. Supposedly, at least 400 regulars at Club Compositrice have began to frequent here now.

That’s a lot!

Yeah, it sure is. And while his brain seems to be as thick as his body, Mr Fujita was bound to notice his regulars weren’t coming anymore.

As soon as he found out about that, he came here and...Well, he didn’t “threaten” me per se, but he had a few strong words.

He might act if business keeps going the way it does.

All the more reason to steal his customers!

Mr Ouma, aren’t you poking the bear...?

Look, I’M not responsible for people thinking that my place is better than his.

But you gotta understand Iroha-chan. No one likes it when the Underdog wins. This is a fairly recent Cabaret, and Mr Fujita’s establishment has been around for who knows how long.

When you’re the baddest bitch in town, and a new bitch shows up and upstages you, you don’t take that lying down. To top it all of, technically I’m just a kid.

I suppose...But...this won’t end up being a problem, will it?

I’ll deal with whatever comes my way, don’t you worry.

[swordmaid]

Tagged by the lovely @samirant​​ <3

rules: it’s time to love yourselves! choose your 5 favourite works you created in the past year (fics, art, edits, etc) and link them below to reflect on the amazing things you’ve brought into the world. tag as many writers/artists/etc as you want (fan or original) so we can spread the love and link each other to awesome works!

a.k.a in which i try to write stuff that i haven’t already ranted about in the tags of the original post

1.it’s always summer in the songs ☀️ | AH YES. this one. the one that i will always bring up whenever i get asked these sort of things. i think i’ve talked about it in the tags but i like this piece even more because all the characters here (brienne, jaime, honor) were actually drawn in detail--as in--i drew everyone separately then joined them altogether--AS IN--the parts that are covered up by another character is actually drawn with its own detailing and all that jazz. this is specifically towards honor who a.) i’ve never drawn before and i had never been confident to draw animals so i actually had to draw a FULL HORSE this time which was daunting and had to size him appropriately b.) the outfit he wears, straps for the saddle, his belts, etc. they all have their own detailing! jaime’s sitting on it, but there’s actually a sash that loops around his back with the symbols of the seven pointed star. i was going to continue over on the front with the same symbols but it got cut out because of the crop. the little tree on the side/foreground originally had more branches and leaves but i just pushed it to the side else wise it would’ve looked awkward. i also designed j/b’s armor while i was working on this, and jaime’s detailing took me a lil while to figure out because i was referencing loosely off like, 5 images lol. brienne’s face angle was hard to get right and it looked awkward in my sketches but i got lucky with it in the end aaand this was also the first time i drew oathkeeper in detail. overall, i put a LOT of details in this one but it just took me a good three days to finish it. i loved it even more because i never felt like i was slogging through it when i was working on it, which is the most important thing haha. 

2. might i have this dance, my lady? | this one is particularly special for me since this is when i finalized their overall design i think. i used to always bring up this drawing as a reference when i draw my j/b (but now i use another one hehe.) anyway, this one was actually the starting point for the one i drew above because of the detailing on jaime’s armor--which i just drew freely and doesn’t have any symbolic meaning behind it whatsoever. this was the start of me adding more and more details into my art because i realized that they weren’t too hard to add and i do enjoye drawing them. i also like this one because i drew brienne’s body in detail and i spent the time drawing up silhouettes over it to find the most flattering dress i can fit her in, and i’m happy i struck with this one! oh and it’s subtle but i tried to make their outfits match with the gold detailing on jaime’s armor/the light yellow accents on brienne’s blue dress hehe. 

3. i’ve known the warmth of your doorways | my quiet isle riighhhtsssss. i screeched while i was thinking up of the concept of this tbh it hit me good. i particularly LOVE oathkeeper in this one because he looks like an expensive sword here and not like one of those pens with an animal topper. anyway, i love post adwd / post lsh fics so i tried to do a rendition of my own uvu i also love hand kisses---and honessstlyyyyy-- this one is just a mashup of my favorite tropes tbh LOL

4. ICHOR | oh my god a non jb art. i did this one a couple of years ago, and it’s a digital painting of my oc amara !!! i like this one because of how I rendered the hair. some of it reminds me of marble and i love it even to this day--which is particularly rare because i always end up hating my shit a couple on months after. this was the art style i had before, but i just changed it when i started to draw jb because this one was complicated to do + it took too much time, and i wanted to draw a LOT of jb lol (and i don’t think the style fits them as well to be honest)

5. that gym scene in modern aus | back to jb arts!! and AH yes from brienne’s physique, jaime’s slutty crop top, the man bun, mesh leggings, and their dumb rainbow guard and kingsguard designs, this one was incredibly self indulgent and i love everything it implies and represents. fun fact i had to go through so many thirst traps in ig just to draw jaime’s body properly LOL i do my research ok

tagging: @ayofandomthings​ / @fawnilu​ / @darcydash​​ 🥰🥰

[shibalen]

hi! sorry for sending in 4 asks last time! here’s take 2: can i rq an ohshc & mha matchup? i’m she/her. i prefer males, please! i’m around 4'10", shoulder length black hair & dark brown eyes. personality-wise, i’m not very expressive & seem apathetic unless i’m close to someone. i can act really childish & immature with people i’m close to, & i love teasing/pulling pranks on my friends. i’m a very messy person + i swear a lot. i like horror, psychological thrillers & action comedies. ♡ part 1!

random information; i’m a cancer. intj-t/intp-t. kind of changes. 3w4. ravenclaw + slytherin. i also really like spicy food- i dislike crowds & parties. i’m a very competitive person as well. i can be quite the sadist asdfghjk- i like cats too :,) i can play the piano & i have basic knowledge of a few other instruments. i like to draw, sing & sometimes write. i’m bad at comforting people- i give sorta good advice, but i always sound harsh. + i’m a night owl- i hate waking up in the morning. ♡ 2!

forgot to add: i’d like a romantic matchup please! i have a dog, but i prefer cats more. i can speak filipino, english, basic japanese & a teensy bit of swedish. i like indoor dates, but i also like dates in public aquariums & zoos! i’m also interested in things science-related, mostly biology, chemistry or anything space-related. i think that’s it. thanks in advance!! ♡ 3!

♡︎ matchup for @cherrycolaxo

howdy! that's okay, i understand the length can easily slip! i'm sorry your matchup took me almost two months to get to—hopefully it is worth the wait |ω･`)

|| ohshc: i match you with . . .

umehito nekozawa

• it was the matching first impressions vs reality that influenced me the most to put you together !! you both appear intimidating at first but in truth you're different and a lot more than what people make of you.

• i also think you can be a positive influence on Nekozawa. he is not good with people but your free-spirited nature encourages him to try a bit harder ♡︎

• he was looking for members for the black magic club when you first met. he asked you to join, expecting to be let down again, but then you agreed!

• instead of finding him creepy you thought he was an interesting character and that the club could be fun. plus, the Beelzenef puppet was cute; you got your own（ΦωΦ）

• through club activities you got to know each other and grew close. Nekozawa was scared to take the subject elsewhere than black magic at first, but soon learnt you share your love for cats and horror, and dislike for crowds.

• he felt like someone finally understood him outside his family and liked him despite his strange ways.

• likes to talk about your interests as well as the languages you speak. though into the supernatural, Nekozawa probably educated himself on science so he would know how seperate the two. now he's glad it's come in handy again.

• was admittedly taken off-guard by your change of character. you began teasing him playfully and pulling harmless pranks on him, and boy was just extremely confused????

• until he understood that's how you show you think of him as someone close. he cried.

• with you his days became more lively, and he learnt to enjoy himself. finds it hardcore that you can be a bit sadistic. a good trait for cursing people!

• once taught you russian to scare Tamaki who was convinced you were putting a voodoo spell on him.

• "mommy, there's two of them now!!!"

• you can't tell me wasn't crushing on you for months before he finally tried to do something about it. his dark soul could not handle the fluffy and fuzzy feelings consuming his being.

• proceeded to make the mistake of asking the host club for help and utterly embarrassed himself when trying to confess to you. it was chaos.

• you had to chase him down for two weeks before he agreed to show his face to you again.

• the rest is history. welcome to the dark side (ฅº￦ºฅ)

• your dates usually take place indoors because you both prefer it that way. despite his photophobia, Nekozawa occasionally manages to overcome his extreme goth levels to visit the aquarium with you.

• night dwellers™

• you skip school parties to practice black magic and tell stories in the dark, candle-lit club room. most students just assume you're in a cult now.

• the best person to share your drawings and writing with. he gets excited about everything you're willing to show him and actually gives great feedback, especially if it's magic or horror related.

• writes you dark and romantic poems. leaves them for you to find sometimes with a black rose next to the piece of paper ♥︎

• also says i love you by telling you to stay safe whenever you go outside and he can't come with you.

• you have to insinuate anything beyond hand-holding for a while though, because as much as Nekozawa wants to show you physical affection, he's too shy.

• you stop doing it though eventually, just to tease him, so you're surprised when he awkwardly nuzzles Beelzenef against your cheek.

• he got paranoid and thought you lost interest in him to be with the host club

• just kiss the puppet back and he's happy for the next three days. when embarrassed or shy he'll also use the puppet to convey his emotions. you've come to be a pro at reading puppet expressions.

• romantically your relationship advances slow and steady. it's very stong, built from lots of memories, trust and mutual understanding.

• tbh he doesn't need the sun when he's got you to brighten up his life ♥︎

runner up: Hikaru Hitachiin

⋆*･ﾟ:⋆*･ﾟ:⠀ *⋆.*:･ﾟ .: ⋆*･ﾟ: .⋆

|| bnha: i match you with . . .

denki kaminari

• your personalities fit together like chocolate and vanilla ice-cream. you add the richness and denki the sweetness to the taste — in result your combination has the best flavor!

• the moment Denki first laid eyes on you he thought you were supe cute, so naturally his mind went 'a person who looks like she doesn't want to be talked to? *cracks knuckles* imma 'bout the change that.'

• your apathetic demeanor didn't throw him off his game, no sir. he just kept talking, flirting and hanging around you until you warmed up to him.

• quest accomplished :D

• i mean, he thought it was attractive how chill you were in the beginning, but uncovering that childish, prankster side of you was like finding a real gem ♡︎

• you can be chaotic together now! loves that you're not afraid to curse. so badass.

• developing feelings for you was an entirely different story, however. they came so naturally as you hung out that when Mina brought it up Denki just short-circuited.

• "You and y/n hang out a lot right?"

• "Yeah, we're super close!"

• "So you like her?"

• "Of course!"

• "Are you finally gonna ask her on a date then?"

• cue surprised pikachu face

• needless to say, he asked you on that date right away the next weekend. you went to the zoo, and he did a bunch of research beforehand to impress you.

• was still shooketh that he only just realised his feelings for you so all his attemps to be smooth were yeeted out the window.

• you still thought it was sweet how genuinely hard he tried to make your day enjoyable so thanked him with a kiss on the cheek.

• boy almost lost his final braincell from the shock and happiness.

• a very doting boyfriend! the type to be at your door with your favourite snacks at 2am if you text him you had a bad day.

• you don't even have to say anything because as your best friend/boyfriend he knows how you act when under the weather.

• even if you're just fine Denki is always down to clown with you. night owls as you are, midnight adventures to. mcdonalds and watching action comedies til the sun comes up are common (even on school nights, especially on school nights)

• 10/10 will do the 'i'm just stetching and yawning oops my arm is around your shoulder now haha'

• he's a bit scared of thrillers and horror though. please cuddle this bby he likes it very much when he has an excuse to be so close to you.

• when you walk together you hold hands. he doesn't want you to disappear or feel uncomfortable in the crowd. gets an ego boost cause he feels like he's protecting you. also, holding your hand is just really . . . nice.

• listens to you play the piano and sing all the time (you play so well and your voice is so pretty?? how??), other times you jam out together and you've got yourselves a chill date.

• he finds it so cool that you're into so many science-related subjects :0 he may not know much about them himself but he's proud that you do.

• will brag to anyone and everyone about how smart you, his girlfriend, are.

• matching phone cases, matching t-shirts, matching outfits, just end me why you gotta be so wholesome💀

• your dog loves him, so you take lots of walks together in the park. watching those two play is the sweetest!

• prank wars everywhere anytime! it's a subtle and continuous thing between you two, always competing who comes up with the best prank.

• don't worry about being a bit sadistic or harsh with your advice. if Bakugo's words don't bother him then neither will yours. he thinks you're much nicer than him, plus your advice is better.

• on that note, welcome to the bakusquadヾ(⌐■_■)ノ♪

• as much as he likes it when you get along with his friends and hang out with them, Denki doesn't forget the importance of quality time. he will always have time for you ♡︎

runner up: Tokoyami Fumikage

thank you for requesting, i hope you enjoyed the read!! any feedback you might have is welcome. also, remember to drink water ♡︎

[thorne93]

Unforeseen Chasm (Part 8)

Prompt: Two sisters fall for men that are absolute enemies. The love they have could tear all of them apart, or it could bring them together.

Word Count: 1537

Warnings: Language

Note: This is by far the longest thing I’ve ever written (including my novels). It’s a collaboration with the amazing @mrs-dragneel-stark-solo. It started as a funny “What if…?” and it evolved and got huge. This took two years to write. We are both proud and happy and we hope you enjoy it. It follows from Thor 1 to Endgame in the MCU. Some of the timelines may be off in order to fit certain people, and some characters may show up earlier or in different ways than they have in the movie. But for the most part, it follows the MCU. It also has a bit of crossover with some other Marvel characters throughout the story.

Masterlist for Unforeseen Chasm

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Shannon, 

It's good to know you are receiving the letters. Trying to find a raven was rather difficult, but Thor managed to borrow his father’s. This feels almost like Harry Potter, doesn't it? Writing via letter, and sending it through magical realms on a bird? Hehe.. I wasn't sure the raven would even know how to find you. 

I miss you and Lucky very much… I hope you're giving him a kiss every night for me.

I am going to go mad. But I take solace knowing that Tony will ask you on a date very soon. Believe me, Shannon, that man is head over heels for you. It will be any day now.

That is good about Jane. She will be a great asset to the team, I'm so glad my data helped you. 

I am sending the phone back with the raven. I hope you can upload the photos and see what I see. And as a matter of fact, King Odin has asked for my help. He is looking into getting me a job with some elite scientists. Thor told him of my work on Earth and he felt my skills should not go to waste. I am looking into studying their atmosphere. 

Shannon, this world is incredible. They have fruit sweeter than candy, meat that needs no seasoning. They use and believe in magic. Queen Frigga and Loki are well versed in magic, probably what we would call witchcraft back home. I tried to take a picture of them performing magic, but the energy won't show up. But yes, Frigga and Diane would get along great! 

Funny story, I got a “formal” portrait of the royal family. It took a lot of begging on my part, and convincing on Thor and Queen Frigga's. It looks amazing. Odin is on the throne… you'll see. Thor lets me take all the pictures I want. Frigga is shy, but she allows photos so long as it is in the evening. Odin forbids them except for the portrait. He was not amused when I tried to take a selfie with him. Loki, I tried to steal a few photos of him, but he is clever and wise to me. 

I decided to drop a note at Loki's door. He seems to be quietly brooding, constantly on edge. I thought maybe if I reached out, and gave him the chance to approach me, it might be better. I basically told him in the note I know what it's like to be overlooked, to be unwanted. I told him that it doesn't matter what his father thinks of him, or his brother. What matters is what he feels his worth is. I dropped that at his bedroom door this morning, so we shall see. 

He hasn't spoken to me since I broke up their fight two weeks ago. It’s killing me. I can't explain it but I desperately wish to get to know him. I want to help him, and I don't know how to get him to open up to me.

No promises about the battles, hehe. My footwork is getting better, or so Thor and Sif tell me. Tomorrow I will practice against Fandral, which makes me very freaking nervous. Wish me luck. 

The books about Asgard actually aren't foo far off the correct path. There are a few things I need to revise but so far we've gotten it mostly right. I am going to have to stress how stunning this world is. I may even update some of the politics. They run things somewhat differently.

I will ask Thor what he would like from Earth, for his gift, haha.

The news on my parents is promising. The data team here has been going through records and they've found birth records for my month and year. When they find a female baby with my similar characteristics they'll let me know… I hope to know something soon. 

I miss you. 

Love, your bff,

Y/N/N

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Dear Y/N/N,

It's so good to hear from you again, I was hoping to get a letter soon enough you have no idea what's been going on over here.  It feels like im awaiting my letter from Hogwarts except this is so much better! I’m sure Odin doesn’t mind that we’re using his raven. The raven thing works well, although it did give Lucky a good scare when it flew over his head to land on the lab table. 

Speaking of Lucky, he’s been doing alright there’s a few times where he’ll cry because he misses you but I’ll be sure to let him know you asked for him. Ever since I snuck Lucky in and Tony caught me giving him a bath, he’s arranged for us to have a room to stay in. Although Tony won’t admit it, he does like seeing Lucky in the morning. Bruce even makes us have breakfast. Lately Lucky’s been disappearing a lot from my side, he usually lays down under my desk and watches me work, and you won’t believe where I found him. I found him sleeping in Tony’s bed. Seems he’s gotten Tony to actually get to bed most nights. 

Speaking of Tony, you can take solace because I overheard him talking to JARVIS about planning a dinner date for us two but he’s unaware that I heard. He asked me out the next day to say I'm nervous is an understatement i have no idea what to wear I wish you were here to help me pick my outfit. I don’t know about head over heels for me but he did seem different after he asked me out. 

With looking at the research I was able to retrieve for her, I showed Pepper the results and was given the go ahead to fund any further research she makes so as long as I’m able to read through and add to our file. She’ll be getting a letter soon. I’ll let you know how she reacts seeing as you two are good friends. 

I’ll be sure to upload the pictures onto the system and try to locate the heat signals off the energy from their magic. I’ve made some changes to the system. Just make sure its secured on to the raven good so we don't lose it. Seems like Odin is a bit of a stiff man. Does he ever smile?

Good to hear that even on another planet you’ll be helping further some sort of research. They are very lucky to have you there. You have to tell me more about it when you start working. 

It must look formal with how Sif and the other warriors were dressed it must be something out of a story book. In sure Queen Frigga is private about herself which is quite normal, are you planning a way to get pictures of Loki in anyway? Don’t tell me you plan on asking to be taught magic by either of them as cool as it would be there must be some risks. 

Glad to hear your still trying to help Loki but I’m not sure he’s looking to connect just yet maybe give him some more time? Try and get to know him rather than just getting him to see you two are equals?  

Y/N, so help me I will find a way to get to Asgard, don’t you go riding into battle unaware of whether or not your truly Asgardian. Sounds to me like Sif has her work cut out, you always were a quick study kinda girl. Wish you the best of luck and that you knock Fandral off his feet. 

I could send you the book to you so you can make the changes as you see? I’ve finished reading through it and with what you know now it’ll be even better. 

Maybe I’ll send him poptarts he did seem to enjoy those when you told me. Haha 

I'm sure you’ll get the answers you need soon enough, Y/N, try not to stress too much about that. 

Lucky and I miss you too.

Your sister,

Shannon

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[jezmmart]

Chamomile Comic Trivia #12

#56 Way

Nothing too much to say about this one. The fact that I dedicated a whole establishing shot to it partially reveals that I was just really in the mood to design a cute new outfit for Cammie here. Lots of people commented on it, which is why it’s shown up a bunch of times since!

#57 Issues

A momentous occasion, the first comic without Chamomile making any appearance! I knew it would happen eventually if I wanted to let other characters be more than just supports for the main character, so I didn’t make a song or dance about it. This conversation was inspired by a RL friend who worked at a coffee place at one point and was also livid about the tweeness of “babyccinos”. In fleshing out the concept for the joke I did have to research the etymology of cappucino so Brianna is acting as conduit to my own surprise at the truth of the matter when I did. This comic inspired me to make Vienna being kind of into history a consistent thing for her - it’s intentionally come up from time to time since without any major attention drawn to it.

I also had to research what the correct possessive/plural form for “two pence worth of milk” was, which my fellow creative writing graduate University friends on facebook were extremely helpful with. I knew I kept them around for a reason.

Oh, and finally, Brianna also gets a new outfit here!  Unlike Cammie’s, this one existed out of comic first, and was specifically designed because I just wanted an additional day-to-day outfit for her as I was bored of her default one.

#58 Nope

Some real Vienna development here! I felt it’d be a nice surprise to make her, the most seemingly anti-social of the characters, be the one who was most interested in obtaining a romantic partner.

I’m also really happy with this strip in general, I managed to cram a whole bunch of jokes into one with some classic Cammie slapstick to boot. Vienna’s two panels above are one of my favourite moments for her to date. Although I am a little iffy about Brianna’s response afterwards - I don’t feel her little joke was unnecessary, but I feel pacing-wise, having a one-two panel joke with Vienna where the “camera” doesn’t change between them, followed immediately by another one-two panel joke with Brianna and the same “camera” behaviour, just comes off as a little repetitive (and Brianna’s repeated use of “know” in her sentence doubles up the clunkiness-inducing repetition wah).

Finally, I really like doing fun little comic-exclusive tricks like Cammie’s speech bubble being outside of the door with her. If her “What the heck...” sounded muffled by the closed door in your head when you read it, mission accomplished!

#59 Observant

It’s entirely possible that no reader thought I would go this way, but I wanted to write off the idea that I was ever gonna go for the ol’ “the two characters who seem the most incompatible actually end up together” by outright having Vienna state that Cammie is not to her taste lol. Cammie’s response here comes from her relative disinterest in seeking a romantic relationship. Having said this, Cammie still enjoys looking good just for own pleasure, and I thought it’d make good humour to - just lightly - take her down a peg for being so outwardly prideful of this by having her be a bit disappointed that the girl she knows who likes girls isn’t attracted to her.

For the record? Cammie’s intuition was right, Vienna probably did check her out at one point, but Vienna, like many people, is prone to having their level of physical attraction be greatly affected by level of emotional attraction.

Bonus tidbit that only UK viewers will notice: Brianna’s café has a 5 out of 5 food hygiene rating. Good work Brianna!

#60 See

Another fourth-wall comic that doesn’t actually break the fourth-wall. I just got a bit silly with this one.  Around this time, behind the scenes, I started doodling pictures of Vienna without her glasses.  Since her face was designed with the glasses in mind (i.e. no thought at all to what kind of eyes would fit behind them and still look “right” on her face), I knew I’d have to privately draw her without them a few times just to get used to it for if/when I ever take them off. Every now and then I’ll draw a comic panel of her without them, again, to get used to it, then draw the glasses over the top. Weirdly, upon checking the .sai file... this strip wasn’t one of them though!  I’ll be sure to share the lot if the time ever comes.

A bonus early bird cameo for Mimi on the staff rota here! I didn’t know if/when I’d make use of her, but I made sure to future-proof myself by, even in this little doodle form, designing a somewhat unique appearance for her that I could base her real design off of later.  The alternative would’ve been zooming in even further to just show Brianna and Vienna on the rota, but that would’ve made it hard to parse what was going on.

The 4th person on the rota... was just a scribble.

Their name is “Person” with a few dashes to imply a more interesting name where the panel cuts us off from reading it. I really wish I was better at writing an extended cast for the characters’ lives than just implying they’re there. Who knows how many other people Cammie and Layla work with over at the music shop! I sure don’t!

...Well... actually I do now.  This trivia post was written over a month ago but it felt too close to the previous one to post. I’ve just opened it in my drafts since and it’s kind of funny that I’d do so right after introducing Samantha as a co-worker for Cammie and Layla, haha!

[More Chamomile Comic Trivia]  

[mrs-dragneel-stark-solo]

Unforseen Chasm (part 8)

 Part 8 of Unforseen Chasm

Prompt: Two sisters fall for men that are absolute enemies. The love they have could tear all of them apart, or it could bring them together. Word Count:  1537 Note: This is by far the longest thing I’ve ever written (including my other fic series). first major Collab with my best friend @thorne93​​ what was first a simple “what if” moment turned into a two year writing session and I’ve never been more prouder of myself than when i started my first series. goes through most of the MCU plots there are some changes to accommodate for what we wanted and there is a bit of a crossover between the MCU and other characters. I hope you guys enjoy reading this just as much as I enjoyed writing it.

Shannon,

It’s good to know you are receiving the letters. Trying to find a raven was rather difficult, but Thor managed to borrow his father’s. This feels almost like Harry Potter, doesn’t it? Writing via letter, and sending it through magical realms on a bird? Hehe.. I wasn’t sure the raven would even know how to find you.

I miss you and Lucky very much… I hope you’re giving him a kiss every night for me.

I am going to go mad. But I take solace knowing that Tony will ask you on a date very soon. Believe me, Shannon, that man is head over heels for you. It will be any day now.

That is good about Jane. She will be a great asset to the team, I’m so glad my data helped you.

I am sending the phone back with the raven. I hope you can upload the photos and see what I see. And as a matter of fact, King Odin has asked for my help. He is looking into getting me a job with some elite scientists. Thor told him of my work on Earth and he felt my skills should not go to waste. I am looking into studying their atmosphere.

Shannon, this world is incredible. They have fruit sweeter than candy, meat that needs no seasoning. They use and believe in magic. Queen Frigga and Loki are well versed in magic, probably what we would call witchcraft back home. I tried to take a picture of them performing magic, but the energy won’t show up. But yes, Frigga and Diane would get along great! 

Funny story, I got a “formal” portrait of the royal family. It took a lot of begging on my part, and convincing on Thor and Queen Frigga’s. It looks amazing. Odin is on the throne… you’ll see. Thor lets me take all the pictures I want. Frigga is shy, but she allows photos so long as it is in the evening. Odin forbids them except for the portrait. He was not amused when I tried to take a selfie with him. Loki, I tried to steal a few photos of him, but he is clever and wise to me.

I decided to drop a note at Loki’s door. He seems to be quietly brooding, constantly on edge. I thought maybe if I reached out, and gave him the chance to approach me, it might be better. I basically told him in the note I know what it’s like to be overlooked, to be unwanted. I told him that it doesn’t matter what his father thinks of him, or his brother. What matters is what he feels his worth is. I dropped that at his bedroom door this morning, so we shall see.

He hasn’t spoken to me since I broke up their fight two weeks ago. It’s killing me. I can’t explain it but I desperately wish to get to know him. I want to help him, and I don’t know how to get him to open up to me.

No promises about the battles, hehe. My footwork is getting better, or so Thor and Sif tell me. Tomorrow I will practice against Fandral, which makes me very freaking nervous. Wish me luck.

The books about Asgard actually aren’t foo far off the correct path. There are a few things I need to revise but so far we’ve gotten it mostly right. I am going to have to stress how stunning this world is. I may even update some of the politics. They run things somewhat differently.

I will ask Thor what he would like from Earth, for his gift, haha.

The news on my parents is promising. The data team here has been going through records and they’ve found birth records for my month and year. When they find a female baby with my similar characteristics they’ll let me know… I hope to know something soon.

I miss you.

Love, your bff,

Y/N/N

Dear Y/N/N,

It’s so good to hear from you again, I was hoping to get a letter soon enough you have no idea what’s been going on over here.  It feels like im awaiting my letter from Hogwarts except this is so much better! I’m sure Odin doesn’t mind that we’re using his raven. The raven thing works well, although it did give Lucky a good scare when it flew over his head to land on the lab table.

Speaking of Lucky, he’s been doing alright there’s a few times where he’ll cry because he misses you but I’ll be sure to let him know you asked for him. Ever since I snuck Lucky in and Tony caught me giving him a bath, he’s arranged for us to have a room to stay in. Although Tony won’t admit it, he does like seeing Lucky in the morning. Bruce even makes us have breakfast. Lately Lucky’s been disappearing a lot from my side, he usually lays down under my desk and watches me work, and you won’t believe where I found him. I found him sleeping in Tony’s bed. Seems he’s gotten Tony to actually get to bed most nights.

Speaking of Tony, you can take solace because I overheard him talking to JARVIS about planning a dinner date for us two but he’s unaware that I heard. He asked me out the next day to say I’m nervous is an understatement i have no idea what to wear I wish you were here to help me pick my outfit. I don’t know about head over heels for me but he did seem different after he asked me out.

With looking at the research I was able to retrieve for her, I showed Pepper the results and was given the go ahead to fund any further research she makes so as long as I’m able to read through and add to our file. She’ll be getting a letter soon. I’ll let you know how she reacts seeing as you two are good friends.

I’ll be sure to upload the pictures onto the system and try to locate the heat signals off the energy from their magic. I’ve made some changes to the system. Just make sure its secured on to the raven good so we don’t lose it. Seems like Odin is a bit of a stiff man. Does he ever smile?

Good to hear that even on another planet you’ll be helping further some sort of research. They are very lucky to have you there. You have to tell me more about it when you start working.

It must look formal with how Sif and the other warriors were dressed it must be something out of a story book. In sure Queen Frigga is private about herself which is quite normal, are you planning a way to get pictures of Loki in anyway? Don’t tell me you plan on asking to be taught magic by either of them as cool as it would be there must be some risks.

Glad to hear your still trying to help Loki but I’m not sure he’s looking to connect just yet maybe give him some more time? Try and get to know him rather than just getting him to see you two are equals?  

Y/N, so help me I will find a way to get to Asgard, don’t you go riding into battle unaware of whether or not your truly Asgardian. Sounds to me like Sif has her work cut out, you always were a quick study kinda girl. Wish you the best of luck and that you knock Fandral off his feet.

I could send you the book to you so you can make the changes as you see? I’ve finished reading through it and with what you know now it’ll be even better.

Maybe I’ll send him poptarts he did seem to enjoy those when you told me. Haha

I’m sure you’ll get the answers you need soon enough, Y/N, try not to stress too much about that.

Lucky and I miss you too.

Your sister,

Shannon

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[neonwizardheehee]

You're a wizard 🧙 So tell us what your choices would be: 1) hat (or outfit if you like) 2) wand/ magical artifact 3) familiar 4) profession 5) housing

WHat a beautiful ask!!!! I'm very delighted to answer these hihihi thank youu weee~

Hat & outfit def a huge hat hehhe with a wide brim! maybe a feather on top or smth? but yes huge and wide it shall be! for an outfit: imagine me walking around like this okay B) :

I mean it's red and has wide robes and even long arms! also all the gemstones look super cool?? and it looks really comfy and prob has a ton of pockets and places to carry stuff uwu

2. Wand / Magical artifact

I'd like to have a staff to walk around with! With an orb on top that is held by a claw or smth from below (a bit similar to Gandalf the Grey's but more symmetrical?)

Recently I've been in love with Vendall's replacement staff from Tales of Arcadia tho!

Look at that form! And it even jingles and lights up! Seems pretty neat to me hehehehe (okay not the sock tho haha)

3. Familiar

Tbh idk for sure about that one since I don't really do well with irl animals hahahah

4. Profession

With profession you mean smth that I'd do as a wizard, right? (if not pls tell me what u mean <3) But if we're going with that I'd love to be an adviser! To a king or so :D Sb who has seen the world and knows a lot and gives out wise advise (U can prob guess my now I'm imagining myself as an old wizard here hahaha)

5. Housing

Ideally a tower inside my king's castle (yes, I know I'm pushing all the Merlin buttons here but I am allowed to) like be part of the community and have a very distinctive build (weird smoke or crystals or whatever stuff my wizard-self needs but smth so it def doesn't look like a normal building from the outside) and it should be tall too! Hence a tower!

This was so so much fun to think about!!! Kinda wanna ask the questions back on your fantasysona or whatever u want now bc it made me research a lot of things I like and now I'm just in a happy state hehehe

[coolluma]

James and Oboro C - S support

Okay first and foremosy. This isn’t mine it was made by Fire emblem heroes supports. You can find them here: https://fire-emblem-heroes-supports.tumblr.com/

with that out of the way enjoy your present James!

C SUPPORT

Oboro: Oh, James! I’ve been meaning to talk to you for a while.

James: Hey, Oboro. What do you need?

Oboro: It’s just that your cloak is so fashionable! I’ve never seen such beautiful, yet subtle, gold trimming paired with such a soft cream! You must tell me who designed this.

James: Oh, um… I don’t actually know. When I was brought to this world, I was just inexplicably wearing it. I do like the design, though.

Oboro: You’re sure? I would love to study that design some more. It would help to know where it came from.

James: It came from the murky darkness of the nether, as far as I know. Sorry about that, Oboro. I wish I was able to tell you.

Oboro: No matter! You can still help me with something. I’m going to need your cloak.

James: I’ve kind of grown used to wearing it all the time, though. How long will you need it?

Oboro: Not long! I just need it for my research. It won’t be any trouble for you, promise. I’ll even whip you up a warmer cloak to wear in the meantime.

James: Really? That would be nice. This fabric doesn’t do much to block out the wind, actually…

Oboro: That settles it! I’m coordinating your whole outfit. I’ll have the perfect clothes ready for you by next week.

James: Thanks, Oboro! It seems like too much to ask, but you look really excited about it.

Oboro: Believe me, I am! Fashion is something I’ve long dabbled in in Hoshido, ever since my parents…

James: Your parents?

Oboro: They were tailors, but they died in a Nohrian attack. Sorry to sour the mood like that, but that’s why I’m trying my hardest to follow in their footsteps while still being a skilled soldier.

James: A commendable effort. I think you’re doing very well, Oboro.

Oboro: Yeah? Well, anyway, I’ll get back to you about the outfit soon. See you, James!

James: Bye, Oboro.

[James and Oboro have reached support rank C.]

B SUPPORT

Oboro: James! It’s ready!

James: Oboro, don’t charge at me like that! I thought you were an assassin sent to kill me.

Oboro: Oops, sorry. But look!

James: Goodness, this is quite the outfit. I like the soft trimming around the edges of the shoulder. And the sleeves are much less unwieldy.

Oboro: I know, right? Also, I was studying Prince Alfonse, Commander Anna, and Princess Sharena’s outfits, and I picked up on the common theme. I was sure to incorporate it onto your hood. I don’t know why you insist on keeping your face covered, though. It isn’t very flattering.

James: It’s more of a personal preference, really. It keeps me more ambiguous, if you know what I mean.

Oboro: I don’t, really, but if you say so, I’ll respect that design choice.

James: Thank you very much for designing such fancy clothes for me. It’s been a while since I wore something this nice, even though I was pretty into designing clothes back home, myself.

Oboro: It was no problem! In fact, devising that outfit was the most fun I’ve had in a while. You make a great model, especially because you know what you’re talking about!

James:If you’ll give me the liberty of saying this, I think your parents would be very proud of you, Oboro.

Oboro: …Thanks. I hope so.

James: That face you’re making is incredibly scary…I hope I didn’t step too out of line there.

Oboro: Nah, it’s not you. I just get so angry when I think about the Nohrians that killed them. We could have had a happy life together.

James: …

Oboro: Sorry if my face scares you, and for dumping this on you again, James. But I’m really glad you love the cloak. I’d be glad to coordinate a few more different outfits for you, if you’d like to be my model. I think I almost have your original cloak’s fabric figured out, and I could make a better one based off of that.

James: Your face is fine. I can’t wait to see what you come up with. And Oboro, I have something to tell you that’s been weighing on my mind for quite a while. I knew many soldiers in my world, fighting in a very different war than the ones that happen here. I lost many friends. I understand the pain you’re feeling.

Oboro: James, I had no idea… I’m sorry. I shouldn’t have assumed that I was the only one hurting.

James: You didn’t know, so you did nothing wrong. I just want you to know that you’re not alone, and talking about how you feel is okay.

Oboro: I’ll keep that in mind, James. Maybe we can talk next time I bring you an outfit.

James: I would like that a lot, Oboro. I look forward to it.

[James and Oboro have reached support rank B.]

A SUPPORT

Oboro: Blue or violet?

James: The purple might suggest a royal status, which would be misleading.

Oboro: Blue it is, then. It looks better with the gold, anyway.

James: You’re really talented at this, Oboro. Thanks again for allowing me to accompany you while you work on the clothes.

Oboro: I enjoy the company. Besides, it gives us more time to open up. Also, you have good suggestions. Should I thread the blue within the gold, or let it run beside it?

James: I think threading it would give it a prettier effect.

Oboro: Perfect. This piece should be done by tonight, just in time for the war council you’ll be attending.

James: That’s good! Thanks to you, everyone always praises my outfit when I walk in.

Oboro: I’m so glad! It’s what I’ve been working towards, after all.

James: You’re quite dedicated, Oboro. I admire that.

Oboro: Well, I owe it to my parents to become something worth being, you know? And I bet your fallen friends would also be proud of how you’re singlehandedly changing the tide of the war in Askr.

James: I like to think so. Not a day goes by that I don’t think of them.

Oboro: I think this is a sign that we’re healing. We don’t have to always cast doom and gloom around, do we? We can honour those that we have lost.

James: Another wise observation. With these talks and all the clothes, I certainly owe you much.

Oboro: No, no, they’re completely free. Think of them as favours from one friend to another. And I would never pass up an opportunity to talk with you if you need it.

James: Is there something I could do in return?

Oboro: You already have! You’re here, aren’t you? Having someone willing to hang around with me is nice.

James: I can’t help but think that pales in comparison to what you’re doing for me.

Oboro: Nope! Back in Corrin’s army, I sometimes had trouble interacting with the others, especially if they were Nohrian. I would never underestimate the value of a true friend.

James: If you say so. I’m delighted that you prize my company so highly. I really like spending time with you, too.

Oboro: Speaking of spending time together, would you like to come with me to check out the new fabric shop that I heard opened in the nearby town? I could use some new material.

James: Sounds great! Any time passed with you is a welcome way to spend the day.

Oboro: Ha! If I didn’t know better, I could swear you were flirting with me.

James: …

Oboro: I’m just joking! Lighten up, James. Now, do you think adding another colour is a mistake, or will it bring out the cream colour better?

[James and Oboro have reached support rank A.]

S SUPPORT

Oboro: James, thanks for letting me cart you off to another shop. You’re the most compliant model I’ve ever had!

James: I’m happy to come, if you enjoy it.

Oboro: Stop saying stuff like that! It makes me think that you’re not actually having fun.

James: Sorry, Oboro; I didn’t mean to come off like that. I really do enjoy our time together. These visits have rekindled my passion for fashion, so to speak.

Oboro: They better have! I’m not dragging you around everywhere just for my benefit, you know.

James: I know. Wow, is that the latest trend these days? It’s awfully gaudy…

Oboro: Ew, who would wear that? I bet we could design something much nicer.

James: We?

Oboro: Well, yeah. I was going to ask you this later, but now seems like the best time. I’ve been thinking about it a lot.

James: Oh?

Oboro: What do you say about opening a clothing shop with me, James? I think we could pull it off, don’t you?

James: Oboro… nothing would make me happier. But I don’t want to be simply colleagues.

Oboro: You don’t?

James: No. I’d rather have you as my wife. Instead of beating around the bush, I’ll admit that I’m in love with you, Oboro, and spending the rest of my life with you would be a privilege above all others.

Oboro: I knew it! I’ve been picking up signals from you for a while now. And you’re in luck, because I’ve fallen for you, too!

James: It seems our future is clear, then. Thank you, Oboro.

Oboro: I think that’s my line in this situation. You’re the one that spent time with me when others shrunk away from my scowl. You’re the one that taught me that hurting doesn’t have to be silent. And you’re the one whose company is my favourite.

James: I haven’t felt this happy in ages. I love you so much, Oboro!

Oboro: Haha! The world better watch out, because our shop is going to take over the fashion industry! People will be wearing much better clothes if we have anything to say about it.

James: Definitely. No more fashion disasters once we get to designing together. CONFESSION QUOTE

Oboro: It took your company to make me realise that my outlook on the world didn’t have to be so bleak. That’s why I’m being honest when I say…you’re the light of my life.

[James and Oboro have achived S support]

[fire-emblem-heroes-supports]

Summoner/Oboro C-S Support

Written by  drizzled-wind

C SUPPORT

Oboro: Oh, (y/n)! I’ve been meaning to talk to you for a while.

(y/n): Hey, Oboro. What do you need?

Oboro: It’s just that your cloak is so fashionable! I’ve never seen such beautiful, yet subtle, gold trimming paired with such a soft cream! You must tell me who designed this.

(y/n): Oh, um… I don’t actually know. When I was brought to this world, I was just inexplicably wearing it. I do like the design, though.

Oboro: You’re sure? I would love to study that design some more. It would help to know where it came from.

(y/n): It came from the murky darkness of the nether, as far as I know. Sorry about that, Oboro. I wish I was able to tell you.

Oboro: No matter! You can still help me with something. I’m going to need your cloak.

(y/n): I’ve kind of grown used to wearing it all the time, though. How long will you need it?

Oboro: Not long! I just need it for my research. It won’t be any trouble for you, promise. I’ll even whip you up a warmer cloak to wear in the meantime.

(y/n): Really? That would be nice. This fabric doesn’t do much to block out the wind, actually…

Oboro: That settles it! I’m coordinating your whole outfit. I’ll have the perfect clothes ready for you by next week.

(y/n): Thanks, Oboro! It seems like too much to ask, but you look really excited about it.

Oboro: Believe me, I am! Fashion is something I’ve long dabbled in in Hoshido, ever since my parents…

(y/n): Your parents?

Oboro: They were tailors, but they died in a Nohrian attack. Sorry to sour the mood like that, but that’s why I’m trying my hardest to follow in their footsteps while still being a skilled soldier.

(y/n): A commendable effort. I think you’re doing very well, Oboro.

Oboro: Yeah? Well, anyway, I’ll get back to you about the outfit soon. See you, (y/n)!

(y/n): Bye, Oboro.

[(y/n) and Oboro have reached support rank C.]

B SUPPORT

Oboro: (y/n)! It’s ready!

(y/n): Oboro, don’t charge at me like that! I thought you were an assassin sent to kill me.

Oboro: Oops, sorry. But look!

(y/n): Goodness, this is quite the outfit. I like the soft trimming around the edges of the shoulder. And the sleeves are much less unwieldy.

Oboro: I know, right? Also, I was studying Prince Alfonse, Commander Anna, and Princess Sharena’s outfits, and I picked up on the common theme. I was sure to incorporate it onto your hood. I don’t know why you insist on keeping your face covered, though. It isn’t very flattering.

(y/n): It’s more of a personal preference, really. It keeps me more ambiguous, if you know what I mean.

Oboro: I don’t, really, but if you say so, I’ll respect that design choice.

(y/n): Thank you very much for designing such fancy clothes for me. It’s been a while since I wore something this nice, even though I was pretty into designing clothes back home, myself.

Oboro: It was no problem! In fact, devising that outfit was the most fun I’ve had in a while. You make a great model, especially because you know what you’re talking about!

(y/n): If you’ll give me the liberty of saying this, I think your parents would be very proud of you, Oboro.

Oboro: …Thanks. I hope so.

(y/n): That face you’re making is incredibly scary…I hope I didn’t step too out of line there.

Oboro: Nah, it’s not you. I just get so angry when I think about the Nohrians that killed them. We could have had a happy life together.

(y/n): …

Oboro: Sorry if my face scares you, and for dumping this on you again, (y/n). But I’m really glad you love the cloak. I’d be glad to coordinate a few more different outfits for you, if you’d like to be my model. I think I almost have your original cloak’s fabric figured out, and I could make a better one based off of that.

(y/n): Your face is fine. I can’t wait to see what you come up with. And Oboro, I have something to tell you that’s been weighing on my mind for quite a while. I knew many soldiers in my world, fighting in a very different war than the ones that happen here. I lost many friends. I understand the pain you’re feeling.

Oboro: (y/n), I had no idea… I’m sorry. I shouldn’t have assumed that I was the only one hurting.

(y/n): You didn’t know, so you did nothing wrong. I just want you to know that you’re not alone, and talking about how you feel is okay.

Oboro: I’ll keep that in mind, (y/n). Maybe we can talk next time I bring you an outfit.

(y/n): I would like that a lot, Oboro. I look forward to it.

[(y/n) and Oboro have reached support rank B.]

A SUPPORT

Oboro: Blue or violet?

(y/n): The purple might suggest a royal status, which would be misleading.

Oboro: Blue it is, then. It looks better with the gold, anyway.

(y/n): You’re really talented at this, Oboro. Thanks again for allowing me to accompany you while you work on the clothes.

Oboro: I enjoy the company. Besides, it gives us more time to open up. Also, you have good suggestions. Should I thread the blue within the gold, or let it run beside it?

(y/n): I think threading it would give it a prettier effect.

Oboro: Perfect. This piece should be done by tonight, just in time for the war council you’ll be attending.

(y/n): That’s good! Thanks to you, everyone always praises my outfit when I walk in.

Oboro: I’m so glad! It’s what I’ve been working towards, after all.

(y/n): You’re quite dedicated, Oboro. I admire that.

Oboro: Well, I owe it to my parents to become something worth being, you know? And I bet your fallen friends would also be proud of how you’re singlehandedly changing the tide of the war in Askr.

(y/n): I like to think so. Not a day goes by that I don’t think of them.

Oboro: I think this is a sign that we’re healing. We don’t have to always cast doom and gloom around, do we? We can honour those that we have lost.

(y/n): Another wise observation. With these talks and all the clothes, I certainly owe you much.

Oboro: No, no, they’re completely free. Think of them as favours from one friend to another. And I would never pass up an opportunity to talk with you if you need it.

(y/n): Is there something I could do in return?

Oboro: You already have! You’re here, aren’t you? Having someone willing to hang around with me is nice.

(y/n): I can’t help but think that pales in comparison to what you’re doing for me.

Oboro: Nope! Back in Corrin’s army, I sometimes had trouble interacting with the others, especially if they were Nohrian. I would never underestimate the value of a true friend.

(y/n): If you say so. I’m delighted that you prize my company so highly. I really like spending time with you, too.

Oboro: Speaking of spending time together, would you like to come with me to check out the new fabric shop that I heard opened in the nearby town? I could use some new material.

(y/n): Sounds great! Any time passed with you is a welcome way to spend the day.

Oboro: Ha! If I didn’t know better, I could swear you were flirting with me.

(y/n): …

Oboro: I’m just joking! Lighten up, (y/n). Now, do you think adding another colour is a mistake, or will it bring out the cream colour better?

[(y/n) and Oboro have reached support rank A.]

S SUPPORT

Oboro: (y/n), thanks for letting me cart you off to another shop. You’re the most compliant model I’ve ever had!

(y/n): I’m happy to come, if you enjoy it.

Oboro: Stop saying stuff like that! It makes me think that you’re not actually having fun.

(y/n): Sorry, Oboro; I didn’t mean to come off like that. I really do enjoy our time together. These visits have rekindled my passion for fashion, so to speak.

Oboro: They better have! I’m not dragging you around everywhere just for my benefit, you know.

(y/n): I know. Wow, is that the latest trend these days? It’s awfully gaudy…

Oboro: Ew, who would wear that? I bet we could design something much nicer.

(y/n): We?

Oboro: Well, yeah. I was going to ask you this later, but now seems like the best time. I’ve been thinking about it a lot.

(y/n): Oh?

Oboro: What do you say about opening a clothing shop with me, (y/n)? I think we could pull it off, don’t you?

(y/n): Oboro… nothing would make me happier. But I don’t want to be simply colleagues.

Oboro: You don’t?

(y/n): No. I’d rather have you as my wife. Instead of beating around the bush, I’ll admit that I’m in love with you, Oboro, and spending the rest of my life with you would be a privilege above all others.

Oboro: I knew it! I’ve been picking up signals from you for a while now. And you’re in luck, because I’ve fallen for you, too!

(y/n): It seems our future is clear, then. Thank you, Oboro.

Oboro: I think that’s my line in this situation. You’re the one that spent time with me when others shrunk away from my scowl. You’re the one that taught me that hurting doesn’t have to be silent. And you’re the one whose company is my favourite.

(y/n): I haven’t felt this happy in ages. I love you so much, Oboro!

Oboro: Haha! The world better watch out, because our shop is going to take over the fashion industry! People will be wearing much better clothes if we have anything to say about it.

(y/n): Definitely. No more fashion disasters once we get to designing together.

[(y/n) and Oboro have reached support rank S.]

CONFESSION QUOTE

Oboro: It took your company to make me realise that my outlook on the world didn’t have to be so bleak. That’s why I’m being honest when I say…you’re the light of my life.

[chromemuffin]

Shoukoku no Altair Liveblog (Chapter 10)

It’s Mah-kun again! I swear, these adorable chapter cover pages will be the death of me. Not only because they are cute, but because they tend to be quite bittersweet as well. Seeing tiny Mah-kun with that HUGE sword is so ridiculous but at the same time incredibly sad.

I also really appreciate the differences in his outfit then compared to now. This one is a lot more casual, less put-together. Iskander is small enough that he can wear a shorter glove instead of the long one that goes up to his elbow (I do so love how much research is put into this damn thing). But also, his pants and the cloth wrapped around the ankles is far messier than his current clothes, probably because he’s not wearing boots at this age but still, it contributes to his younger self’s image.

But omg Iskander looks like a duck at that angle.

Warning: this post got REALLY long whoops

Chapter 10: Chief of the Eyes and Ears

btw, going with whatever titles the fan translators decided on. I only have the first volume raws and the official translation only has volume 1 I think.

Ok, so proper introduction to the worship of the water spirit that was mentioned last chapter. The five elements thing is nothing unusual, neat how it has apparently spread across the continent though, making these representations quite diverse. We only see four here, though.

Alright, so back to Mahmut trying to use this pyramis charm thing.

lol I. Sort of like this weird expression.

Iskander are you okay. What is with those eyes are you looking up or something...? I do like those claws though, very sharp and deadly. Can you imagine those coming for your face at full speed?

Also, Mahmut here is just. Cute. And Turkish interior design (or at least this world’s Turkish interior design) continues to confuse me. What. Where is the floor. What is a couch/bed and what is not.

Oh, ok, at first I thought those eagles on the cliffs were people coming to attack the town or something. Phew.

Actually, it’s nighttime. They really can’t fly around at night (irl, for this manga narrative-wise unless you want to restrict Iskander to only being present during the day, this had to change).

Almost forgot to mention: pensive Mahmut here. His eye was also drawn very prettily here.

In exchange for the unrealistic part about eagles flying around at night, we get this neat bit of realism - Mahmut can’t call upon other eagles to help during the summer and autumn months. I like that restriction. It makes sense, rather than let him call up some birdy friends whenever and wherever possible.

His expression is a bit lopsided here, I guess it’s half fondness and half ‘it’s a pity’ sort of thing.

Look, I sympathize, I would totally be that person, too.

Unimpressed, ‘ugh’ Mahmut.

WELL, that was a sudden introduction, I guess they really trust that those pyramis charms won’t fall into the wrong hands and the people who use them are the intended holders...?

lol Mahmut. What’s with your face. Iskander is better, though. His expression is kind of, how you tell what Mahmut is thinking here. Though Mahmut looks sort of disgusted, unimpressed, there’s probably still shock in there.

I like the cup.

I wonder if it pained him to say that, as if he is Zaganos’s underling. Well, his rank is far lower now, but it’s not like he’s one of Zaganos’s men. Not sure what the fine details at work are, since I don’t have the raws.

lol this sounds like a game. just like a game.

This guy is very dramatic, though. Why did you not bother warning Mahmut what the other spy is like.

“Huh?” expression? He looks younger here again, haha.

I’m extremely curious about what sort of person Zaganos is, actually, but I’ve been told his story comes in drips and drabs across the whole series.

Mahmut’s face tends to look really cute in the manga. At certain points, he appears less adult than he does in the anime, which is quite hilarious seeing as I complained about the anime portraying him as childish before portraying him as a badass general/serious guy.

omg I love how even Iskander’s feathers are blowing in the last panel. Not sure how much force it would take to actually ruffle a bird’s feathers like that, come to think of it...the tend to lay flat, except maybe the fluffy chest feathers of some birds (I spent my childhood watching animal planet and the discovery channel ok).

U-UM. EXCUSE ME. MR. AWESOME. You really should get that cloak fixed, or maybe invest in a new one.

But UH. LOOK. HOW BIG. HIS BIRDY IS. (I was actually informed way back in the first chapter or so that falconers with female eagles would make an appearance, but holy this is a great entrance.)

I will be freaking about who this guy actually is a little further down, so I’ll talk about his birdy Katerina here.

Starting this series, I instantly liked Mahmut because he’s a falconer and that’s awesome. But I was 100% prepared for the series to forget about the sexual dimorphism between male and female birds of prey, it happens in most media. (females are almost always larger, and usually by a great deal, but in most media there is no size difference or the relationship is inverted) 

I was glad Mahmut got Iskander, a male bird, because Mahmut is tiny (about 5′4″ officially I think). A smaller bird suits him better. Female golden eagles are 8-15 lbs and males are 6-10 lbs, it just makes sense that he doesn’t have 15 lbs of bird to tote around.

Imagine my surprise when I was told that someone does have a female golden eagle in the manga, and she is appropriately larger than Iskander.

I’m just. in love. with this manga.

Dramatic shading is A+ here.

I think there is another spelling of his name out there, but I forgot what it was.

But HEY YOU. So there were other people from Mahmut’s clan that survived, probably whoever wasn’t in the village at the time. Come to think of it, did the manga ever mention Mahmut was the last of his clan? I don’t think so. Everyone from his village was wiped out, but that doesn’t mean everyone in the clan is dead. aha, take that ‘last of your kind’ trope

(btw I like his rugged look)

aw

This was sort of confusing, so I’ll leave the notes here.

Perhaps a mix of uncertainty and something else here. I wouldn’t say sad or anything, but it’s a bit troubled.

oh man. xD I wonder if he ever tasted it before, he was young when he left. I mean, he probably drinks at this age given the time period, but I guess nothing quite so strong.

PRINCESS. oh my god. I’m dying. was. was that actually 姫 in the raw or something else? (I can think of one alternative, but I’d love it if it actually was. princess.)

That is both endearing and hilarious at the same time. I was going to stop watching the anime but. maybe I need to pick it up again. I love everyone’s voice except Mahmut’s so.

I need this to be in the anime. So I can tell what that term really is.

ANYWAY, BACK ON TRACK. Aw, I like the expressions in these panels. It’s just. I love the bonding over your respective birds. And someone who can understand his attachment to Iskander.

Also, Mahmut’s slightly embarrassed face lol. Is that little blush from the alcohol or embarrassment.

And I like the clear size difference between the birds.

The feathers look so good.

Also, Iskander is quite tiny like his owner, I mean, look at what this birds look like irl next to a person:

HUGE.

I’m. Just going to end up screen capping the whole chapter, aren’t I.

Aw, this whole part is just.

Is Mahmut a fast learner? He was only five when everyone died, that doesn’t leave much time to learn.

I like how he is clearly a younger man in this panel from 12 years ago. More clean-shaven.

THIS MANGA NEEDS TO STOP TEARING OUT MY HEART.

I wonder how large their clan was, actually.

So, um, that’s why strong drinks don’t bother him. And I see the theatre continues to piss everyone off. How reliable.

Heey younger Zaganos. Still looks like your face is getting consumed by your hair, but he does actually look a bit younger, too. He’s quite young now, even, so. I forgot if his age was mentioned though.

I don’t really know this guy too well yet so it’s hard to tell, but man, that grief, rage, and helplessness. Perhaps that question “Why didn’t you save them!?” is directed at himself as much as it is to them. 

The tone of this translation makes it hard to tell if he’s conflating the play with reality or if he’s just being snide (he’s being snide/contemptuous of course). But for a second there I was ???

This is heartbreaking, that’s what this is. And yeah, he does have survivor’s guilt.

Funnily enough, Zaganos’s physique here resembles Mahmut’s current one to me. He is a lot smaller/shorter 12 years ago (I just like how the adults actually age in this thing, ok. well, and Suleyman’s experience has aged him in a different way)

Oh, ok, he was 14. So he’s 26 now.

Must resist the urge to wonder what Zaganos’s story is because if I do it will be torture waiting for the pieces to unveil themselves.

But damn, and I thought his hair was eating his head before. I was wrong. He’s in 100% medusa mode now.

I was trying to steer clear of this train of thought, but Mahmut brings it up. The narrative (and Mahmut himself) are trying to compare him and Zaganos. They are/were similarly determined to do something for their country, but Zaganos actually knew how to do that, he was more pragmatic since he was young.

Which begs the question: what the heck happened in his past to make him that way? At this point, we don’t even know if he came from a wealthy background, if he had a normal life or a more tragic past like Mahmut, it’s all up in the air. And yet the narrative urges you to compare him to Mahmut when there is not much to go off of.

Which is, coincidentally, the same position Mahmut is in. He might know a little more about Zaganos than us readers, but it doesn’t matter. To him it feels like he’s going up against this huge force he cannot fathom until it hits him in the face, and we are similarly in the dark.

idk I like the way the narrative presents this, is all.

Gold.

“I take it you dislike Zaganos Pasha?”

“Of course not! ...a little...” His expression there is really scary, haha. I don’t even know what to make of it.

lol what’s with Iskander. Wait, is Iskander supposed to be “laughing” with Suleyman?

As if there wasn’t enough drama for one night.

Pwee is actually...a good way to describe how these birds sound. Go listen to the cry of a golden eagle. Poor things don’t exactly have the most majestic of cries.

I appreciate the very devilish face here.

LOOK. Look at how shocked Mahmut is. To be called something so familiar. (not sure what this would have been in the original...ugh I wanna know.)

OH WAIT. Is this lady the one who survived being attacked by the eagles and having a burning tent tossed on her?

I have way too many images in this post. But this is a looong chapter for some reason.

and these are very good, look how nice that shot from below is so you can see all the stars.

Katerina’s wingspan is MASSIVE (apparently it can reach a max of 7.5 feet so, like, it’s not like this is even an exaggeration)

This is actually a very nice bit of research. And true, as far as I know. I even found this fact from the San Diego Zoo/a research article on the species: “Red items excite golden eagles, as does the sight of blood; they will attack people wearing red.”

UH. THAT’S NOT GOOD. Also, kudos to the villain lady for actually doing research on the things she got attacked by last time.

Ok this post is getting way too long BUT know that I appreciate how the mangaka drew the blood splashed on him.

ONCE AGAIN. This is terrifying.

Extra terrifying because this is the end of the chapter. Mahmut, how will you get out of this now?? You’re about to become bird food.

← back・onward →

[la-appel-du-vide]

THAILAND 2019 - Day Four {Bangkok}

All too soon, it was our final day in Bangkok! We originally thought we were landing just after midnight on the 7th, giving us another full day there, but we got so confused because of the 14-hour time difference. We actually didn’t land until after midnight on the 8th, so our time got cut a little shorter than we had planned for. But we tried our best to fit everything in that we could in the time we had.

We really wanted to go see the famous floating market of Bangkok. After a little research a lot too late, we realized that the famous one is actually 100 km away, and that you need to book a super early morning tour to get there. So we decided that wasn’t going to happen. If we’d had a third day in the city, we would have made it happen, but it just didn’t work out this time. Guess we had to save a reason to come back someday!(; No, but really, it’s so rough how you can never actually accomplish everything you want in a place.

But we still wanted to see a floating market, so we went to a small one not far from the city called Taling Chan. We took a taxi, which our hotel could conveniently call for us, out there. When we got there, we first walked through a whole authentic Thai street market. The smells in there were almost enough to knock me out - fish, BO, and DURIAN (Side story I missed from yesterday: We were leaving the ferry ride, and we walked past a soft serve ice cream place serving something that looked like Dole Whip. It was advertised as Durian ice cream, which is a Thai fruit. It looked delicious, so we tried it. WELL GUESS WHAT IT’S NASTY. And now I’m triggered by the slightest whiff.) I was a little nauseous. But we made it through, and down to the river, where we could see some cute little boats selling various fruits, handmade crafts, and other things. We tried to pay for a boat to float through the market, but apparently that’s something you can do only early in the morning. Our research led us to believe you could do it at anytime, so that was disappointing. So, next time I’m in Bangkok, you better believe this is my priority!

After that disappointment, we were already melting. I can’t explain just how freaking hot and humid it is here. We stopped in a little cafe to cool down, and while I got a very gross sandwich, I also got a DELIGHTFUL strawberry-banana smoothie. This trip, we can’t seem to get enough smoothies and ice cream cones.

We figured that since we had basically the whole day ahead of us, we might as well make the stop at the Grand Palace/Temple of the Emerald Buddha. I’d had the sense to have us bring our modest clothes with us just in case there was time, which may have been the first wise choice I’d made the whole trip. (; So we took a taxi back to the downtown area. 

When we got out, a Thai guy approached us and talked to us for awhile about where we were from, and his job at the government offices. Then he asked us where we were going, and we told him the Grand Palace. He told us it would be closed until 2 PM, but in the meantime, he could call us a taxi to take us to the floating flower market. We were excited, and he said they had a deal today for the end of the Chinese New Year celebration, and we could take a boat to the floating market for cheaper. We wanted to see a floating market by boat anyway, so that sounded good to us! Especially if we had time to kill because the Grand Palace wasn’t open yet anyway.

The taxi took us to the dock, and it was then we realized that it was for the same freaking tour we had taken on the boat involuntarily the day before. We knew it didn’t go to any floating market, and we were not about to pay $50 more to do the lackluster tour again.

So, we turned around and headed back to the Grand Palace. We were still melting, and we happened upon a Baskin Robbins! So we went in for some ice cream, and to cool down again. (I seriously can’t emphasize enough how much we were sweating and overheating walking around this place.)

When we left, we noticed a sign warning travelers of a scam. It said, basically:

1) Don’t trust a Thai who approaches you solo in a tourist area.

2) Don’t believe anyone who tells you your destinations are closed.

So BASICALLY, we realized that yesterday, when we let the guy tell us all the temples were closed and sent us to the boat ride, and today, when the other guy tried to do the same, IT WAS A SCAM. No WONDER the boat tour was pointless and not what they promised. They’re just out sucking money from poor, unsuspecting tourists. We had never heard of this kind of scheme, and so we didn’t know what to be prepared for. Now we know better, $45, and like $0.20 too late though. STUPID THAI SCAM.

So yeah, the Grand Palace was definitely not closed. Not at all the whole time. And none of the temples yesterday were closed either. We just had no idea. 

So we went over there! We put our long pants on, which were black leggings that we knew would be so hot, and tried to go in. The guards stopped us and pointed to our pants. We were confused, because they went to our ankles, but the guy eventually told us they were too tight. You’ve GOT to be kidding me. Meanwhile, they are letting men in who are wearing shorts that showed their knees. And the guards were super condescending and rude, which only made us more mad. So they forced us out. We walked across the street and had to buy a long skirt for like $3, which isn’t that big of a deal, but it was the principal of the thing. So stupid.

Once we got in, there were PLENTY of people in leggings, shorts, and tank tops. The guards just really singled us out for some reason. The whole thing felt pretty sexist too, since they were so focused on women not showing their knees, but men got off doing whatever they wanted. We weren’t happy. 

We walked around the Grand Palace for awhile, appreciating the gorgeous colors and intricate gold detailing put into all the buildings. We went and saw the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, and Buddha was so little in this one compared to the others we’ve seen, but it was still beautiful. This was probably the most crowded place we went in Bangkok. There were insane amounts of people! But it was gorgeous, so it’s understandable. 

Now that we were in the long skirts/sleeved outfits, the heat was becoming unbearable. We decided to call it a day after leaving the Palace, having accomplished nearly everything on our Bangkok list (rip floating market). We took a taxi to the nearest Subway station, and rode it back to the stop by our hotel to avoid the terrible traffic. 

Once we got there, we ate at the food court in the station, including chicken nuggets from A&W, some plain ramen I ordered from Ramen Boy (And BTW, getting the guy to understand I wanted it PLAIN with no toppings was so difficult. The language barrier here has been among the hardest we’ve ever dealt with in our travels), and a Dairy Queen vanilla cone.

Then we went back to the hotel, and tried out the gorgeous roof-top pool. It was totally empty, and lovely, but a little cold for my taste haha. Especially because the sun was gone at this point! It would have felt so good while we were at the Palace, but by this time it was just a little chilly... even for Beach. Nice though. 

Then we showered, ordered dinner, and just had to pack, repack, pack again! Then off to bed, before an early morning flight.

Chiang Mai, here we come!