#oc: ray

[beigetiger]

Woe

Ray redesign be upon ye

[benthicbyte]

Geometric composition with an ermine

[sumjirel]

Some quick portraits of my OCs as a little break from animating for a school project :'D

Refs under the cut

[dairyfreenugget]

NEW OC NEW OC NEW OC

Their name is Ray :3 long ass info about them under read more

They were a commoner immigrant to Hallownest, where they met a noble and eventually got married to him. On his request they left their job, as his family and friends would think he couldn't provide for them both had they stayed employed. They got anything material they could ever want, but the marriage itself wasn't a great one. Their husband was smart and generous, but thought very little of Ray; in his eyes they were naive and stupid, and only there to be his arm candy. A pretty face he enjoyed having around and having sex with but didn't take them seriously.

Ray had very few dreams in life. They were a simple person, though not in a bad way. They've always dreamed of getting married and starting a big family, being a parent is what they've longed for since their young adulthood. They were a bookworm, enjoying all kind of genera but fantasy, adventure, horror and mystery books were always their favourite. They thought about writing their own book one day plenty of times. That's all they've really wanted from life; a loving spouse, a big family, and to enjoy their hobbies on the side.

Their husband, though, wasn't interested in any of it. He belittled their writing and interest in books. He knew Ray wanted a family, but as his older siblings already had children of their own he had no pressure from the family to continue the lineage and neither did he had any interest in being a father, but he had no qualms about leading Ray on and promising them children he was never willing to give them. When that truth came out it was one of the many, many reasons why Ray finally decided to leave him.

After the breakup they took up their old job as a butcher to make ends meet and slowly saved up for a divorce. Eventually they spotted a job offering as a butcher at the White Palace and immediately applied, and to their delight they got the job. The higher pay finally allowed them to get enough money to divorce their ex and afterwards they moved to a better apartment; to make the divorce faster and less of a hassle they let their ex have everything he wanted, they just wanted to get away from him and were more than content in their simple life.

Ray was 38-39 at the time of the divorce, and found getting back into the dating scene very hard. They tried to date new people for a long while but it never worked out and they all but gave up their dream of a family by the time they were in their 40s. Even if they got married right now and had children immediately they would be about 60 by the time their kids were adults, they wouldn't have a lot of time with them left. Ray cussed themself out for letting their bastard of an ex waste nearly two decades of their life.

They'd continue to work at the palace for a few years, they found the job rewarding and made plenty of friends with the staff, though they were especially close with two of their fellow butchers.

(Brief mention of cannibalism in the following paragraph)

One day, the kitchen staff got a special order from the king; he wanted the meat of wyrms that he killed during their attempted takeover of Hallownest to be prepared for food. Many of the staff were weirded out by it and thankfully the king understood and let whoever wanted to to step away from this task. Ray was one of the few butchers that decided to take up his request. The Pale King also showed up on that day to help the kitchen staff, and showed the butchers how to prepare the wyrm meat. It felt a bit disturbing working on something that looked so human, even when they knew it was not. Ray, however, found themself weirdly intrigued and listened to the king intently as he taught them and was even kind enough to answer some of their questions about wyrms.

(No more cannibalism)

They couldn't help sometimes catching glimpses of the king himself, how his arm muscles tensed during work, glittering with sweat and blood. It wasn't often that the king showed off this much of his form, his second pair of arms were usually tucked close to his body and his hard, shiny wyrm scales hidden under layers of clothing, even his tail and legs were usually covered in robes, all to appear as human as possible. Now though, He was scantily clad, with only one sleeveless, short robe.

Ray really couldn't help themself and started whispering to their work friends how attractive he was, the two of them giggling as they did while the third tried to scold them. Only for them to freeze like deer in the headlights when the king spoke, not looking away from his work; "I hope you're all aware that I have much better hearing than humans." They scattered away like rats in that one scene in Ratatouille, and as they did Ray heard the king's warm laugh, though they were too embarrassed to look at him.

Later that day, as they were heading home, Ray would stumble onto the Pale King and decided to approach him to apologise. To their surprise though, he only smiled warmly up at them and gently brushed his tail against their leg. "Do not apologise. I'm flattered, really." And after a moment of pause, seemingly hesitating for a moment, he added; "It's a compliment, especially when coming from somebody as attractive as you." They froze, needing a good minute or two for their brain to buffer after that. Was he...flirting with them?

One thing led to another and they found themself having a sexual relationship with the king, and soon after that with his wife as well. A part of them really couldn't believe that they'd find them of all people attractive. But the two monarchs were sweet and so caring, showing interest in them beyond just their casual sexual encounters. They asked Ray out on dates to get to know them better, they wanted to learn more about them if their meetings were going to be a regular occurance. And, to Ray's surprise, they've found a lot in common with each other. The two listened to them, and did so intently, finding themselves enraptured in Ray's excited ramblings about their ideas for their own book especially. When they ran out of time to hear all of it, they'd ask them to continue the next time they'd see each other.

They frequently lost track of time in their conversations. Books were the main topic that brought them together, and the trio would talk for hours about their favourite novels and authors. But it wasn't the only interests they'd share. Ray loved to gossip with the White Lady, and she made them realise that they loved to be pampered and looking pretty and taking care of themself. The two of them took spa days together very often. She'd invite Ray to her gardens a lot, showing them her plants, and teaching them how to take care of them. Ray even started their own little garden on their balcony, and White Lady was more than happy to help them pick the plants for it. When Pale King talked about his work and inventions, Ray could listen to him for hours. He was so reserved when they first started talking, but now he could go on and on about his interests, and seeing him smile as he showed them something new...it was really no wonder his wife fell for him, Ray thought to themself. But hearing him talk about stories of his past, many of which regarded Hallownest itself, was their favourite thing. But the most surprising thing to them was learning how knowledgeable he was about the animals and how much love he held for them, he was especially excited about showing them his false wyvern Bellatrix and telling them of how he raised him back to health. Ray ended up perusing the royal library's section on fauna and flora for hours after. But of course, the two would also take part in Ray's hobby as well, reading the books they recommended and encouraging them to write their own. And of course, the two would be the first ones to read it. The Pale King even took Ray hunting once, and they'd chat and laugh together as they worked on butchering the kill, before taking it to the royal gardens to cook and eat together with the White Lady.

Their relationship evolved quickly from just casual hook ups to something deeper, though they hadn't put a label on it just yet. It was two years into this relationship that Ray told the two about their dreams of starting a family, and Pale King was more than happy to offer his help in giving them a child. They'd provide for them and the children, and would raise them together too. This pretty much marked them becoming official partners. Ray decided to leave their job as the royal butcher soon after and pursued their dream of being a published writer instead, while the king and queen helped them buy a house closer to the palace in preparation of becoming parents together. After Ray fell pregnant they finally decided to introduce them to Flower and Hornet, who were more than happy to meet them and learn they'll have a baby sibling. Or, well, siblings, as not long after that Ray would learn they were expecting triplets.

Ray bonded well with their partners' children, often spending time with them or all five of them together to get to know them better. Months later, Flower and Hornet would get Ray presents for parents day, and Ray could cry. They did cry. They were more than happy when the duo asked them if they could call them their parent, ren or renny.

Ray really became a part of the family, though that fact was so far kept a secret. They weren't in a hurry to announce it to anyone, knowing the nobility (and the rumours Ray's ex had spread about them within his circle) there certainly would be much discussion and drama about the commoner being welcomed into the royal family. Ray liked their anonymity and they all wanted to ensure a fairly stress-free pregnancy for them. The great five, being the king's and queen's closest friends, were the next to find out. Many of them were already from a commoner background so could relate to Ray's position and made a point to make them feel welcome and included. They especially became close friends with Isma.

But the truth had got to come out sooner or later, and after Ray had stumbled upon their ex and had an argument with him after he had accused them of baby trapping some poor fool, they decided it'd be best to do it now. And if any nobles had a problem with it, they could come to the king directly. So, Ray accompanied their partners to the next ball. They were nervous and felt like everyone was staring at them, especially when they saw their ex and his friends glaring at them, but White Lady, Pale King and their two kids stuck close by them and made them feel more comfortable. That didn't prevent an incident from occurring though, as Ray went to get something to eat they were ambushed by their ex and his group. Pale King would quickly put a stop to the argument, rushing over to defend Ray while White Lady pulled them away and stroked their back as Ray tried their best not to cry. Everyone was staring at them now for sure, so, seeing their state Flower and Hornet approached them and asked if they'd like to take a walk outside with them. It did help to put their mind at ease, and soon Ray was laughing again, the trio making fun of the stuck up nobility together.

When they returned to the ballroom, the Pale King asked Ray out to dance with him.

"Everybody's looking at us..."

"Let them stare. Don't focus on them, just look at me, darling," He tips them gently, "I want everyone here to know how much I love you..." And he leans down to kiss them.

They feel their heart flutter and wrap their arms around his neck, happily kissing back and still locked to his lips as he pulls them back up.

They share a smile together before he pulls them back into the dance, and Ray feels much more relaxed now.

"...Won't they notice my bump like this?"

"It's a good thing. I want them to know they're mine. I'm happy and honoured that you let me be the father, and I can't wait to raise a family with you, my love."

And he takes them into his arms and twirls them around, making them giggle.

After they leave the dancefloor they're immediately scooped up by the White Lady, asking where are her kisses, and kisses them both. Flower and Hornet call them gross and quickly evacuate the premises.

Months later, Ray gives birth in the palace to three healthy and strong baby boys with both Pale King and White Lady by their side. They look so much like them, but with their father's white hair and pale eyes; it's immediately obvious whose children they are. They're overjoyed to meet their boys, and Pale King curls up around the four of them and purrs loudly as he cries. Naturally, Flower and Hornet are the next ones to meet and hold their baby brothers. It's a happy day for everyone.

Ray moved into the palace for a few months before and after the due date so their partners could help them raise their kids. Once the babies are older they will move back to their home, but visit the palace every day to see their family.

When the boys are a few months old Pale King and White Lady decide to propose to Ray and start brainstorming on how to do it. They settle on asking them out on a late night date to a restaurant, they reserve an entire balcony overlooking the city just for the three of them, and at the end of the dinner they ask them the question. Ray is overjoyed and immediately says yes.

They plan the wedding for two years, they're not in a hurry and they want the boys to participate in a wedding. They eventually marry when their sons are 3, it's a very private event with just their family and closest friends, but the date itself is a kingdom-wide celebration. Ray's soul is bonded to to theirs, their life and feelings now forever intertwined together, and they re-cast the kingsoul charm into three segments to show it. Ray takes a moment to get used to being able to feel their partner's feelings and talk with them in their mind, but it's a very nice feeling.

I'll talk about their kids in another post later as this is already unbelievably long, but they have another son when the triplets are around 12 years old. Dewdrop, a little grumpy wyrm who's especially close with his father. And a few years later they have another, this time created through magic so that Pale King can carry this pregnancy. After their kids grow up, Ray decides to move into the palace with their husband and wife and their house is given to the youngest triplet to take care of. He later starts his own family there, and Ray visits their old home often.

[superdummymags]

THIS IS MOST D I S T U R B I N G

[samuelroukin]

my idiot boys <3

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[rubysundaey]

Repostober day 1!! Figured i’d start things out with something recent, here’s a drawing I made in June of this year so I could finally release my lineart brush… that I proceeded to never post. until now!! :D featuring Ray because he’s cool and I wanted to draw him 👍

[gearsofmetal]

If the blade is dull, there is consequence

If I stay I know I'll be violent

[part-time-pixie]

I've been working on some original designs for my webtoon "A Place to Stay" and since I don't have anything else to post atm I might as well share them here 👻

[tired-of-being-nice]

trust

hi :) skipping several prompts ahead but oh well. happy valentines i got you: two very fucked up guys who are in a.... relationship... ????

this one takes place right after the events of day 5!

cws: mostly just emotional angst and a fucked up relationship (emotional manipulation? kind of?)

"Hey," Milo says. Ray turns. They look tired—well, they always look tired, but this is different. They look...sad. "Went to check in on Coren. It's awake, I think, but it..." They swallow. "It didn't think I was real." 

"Jesus," Ray says. "I'm sorry."

"It's fine," Milo says, in the brittle, bright voice they use when they are definitely not fine. Before Ray can call them on it, they add "Could you go talk to them? I think th—"

"No," Ray says immediately, holding up her hands and backing away. Milo follows. "I mean— sorry, no. I was going to say this anyway, but this is just— way too much. I'm not doing this."

"What?" Milo says. "Ray, please. You've been so helpful, and I—"

"No," Ray cuts in again, before Milo can say anything else. (They must only be saying that because they know how weak she is to compliments. They must be.) "No, I can't be a part of this, Milo, this is...this is insane. You know this is insane, right? In addition to, like, super illegal? You can't just keep them in your freaking house."

"Maybe I can," Milo says, tilting their head up. "It's gone okay so far."

"Listen, I helped you last time because I owed you, and I helped you this time because— well, it would've been a jerk move not to, but I—" He should've left. He should've left after getting Coren back to Milo's house. Or at least, once they'd confirmed it wasn't about to die on them— well, on Milo, because Ray shouldn't be here. She definitely should've left before passing out on Milo's couch. And she absolutely had no reason whatsoever to come back with Milo after work today. She had so many opportunities to leave. Why, oh why, didn't she take any of them?

While Ray is thinking all this, Milo appears to have noticed something. "Hey," they say, leaning to one side to squint at the pot on their stove. "Are you...making soup?"

"No," Ray says, blatantly lying. She realizes belatedly that she is holding the soup spoon in her hand, and resists the urge to fling it across the room. "Okay, yes, but..."

"Oh my god," Milo says, voice wobbling. "You care."

Ray flinches at the accusation, but can't deny it.

"This is– I didn't think–" Milo moves forward. Ray feels like a deer trapped in headlights. "So you– can you stay? Please?"

"Stop asking," Ray says, and hopes that it sounds like and that's final and not or I'll say yes.

"Please," Milo says, stepping forward again. They're so close. Ray's head is spinning. "I don't trust anyone else."

"Do you mean it?" Ray says, hating how much they want the answer to be yes.

"Yes, of course," Milo says, putting a hand on Ray's arm. Ray knows they're only doing it because they know it'll make it harder for Ray to say no. It works, is the thing. Milo wouldn't do it if they didn't think it would work. Ray always admired their practicality.

She wants to pull away. She also wants to lean in. Milo is staring up at her with wide, pleading eyes, and Ray knows it's not true but he wants it to be so badly, and if they say one more thing—

"I need you," Milo says. "Please."

Fuck. Ray crumbles. He can't avoid it. Because— Milo needs him. And he needs to hear that, and Milo's ex (??) who is also the fucking boogeyman, basically, is currently upstairs dying, and Ray's down here making soup, and this is basically the worst and best possible thing that's ever happened to him.

"Okay," she whispers. "I'll stay."

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[sevicia]

At any given moment you can assume Ray is under at least 1 Etsy-bought spell

[beigetiger]

i'm ngl i thought ray in your pfp was smoking a cig and the cig had gay smoke coming out of it

Baby need smoko

[benthicbyte]

these guys

[sumjirel]

Comforting presence

[dairyfreenugget]

Kiss! That! Snoot!

[colorfuldonutrunaway]

I love emoting through glasses lol, who cares if it's unrealistic? It looks funny.

Just a few sketches of Ray to practice his expressions.

The glasses were originally Dr.Watanabe's from years before Ray was created. Ray was gifted them by the doctor only a few days before the doc died, since he felt that Ray needed them more than he did.

The glasses ARE prescription glasses, but Ray inherited Dr.Watanabe's early nearsightedness, so he doesn't get a headache wearing them.