#she's so cute!! love the fits and the blue color scheme

[comradekatara]

the gaang+ and their ideal jacket/coat -type wear?

sorry for taking so long to respond to this one it’s such a fun question i love jackets (also assuming modern au obviously)

aang’s favorite jacket would be one of those windbreakers with like. a vivid 80s color scheme (eg, purple and yellow, orange and blue, green and pink, etc etc). no one but him could pull it off (especially in this day and age) but he looks so cool in it. fresh and fly, even

katara loves jackets and is constantly saying in aang’s vicinity “wow what a gorgeous jacket… if only i had a BEST FRIEND in this CRUEL WORLD who TRULY LOVED ME so that i could wear it…..” and aang never picks up on what she is doing and buys it for her as if it was his own idea every time. and every time katara is like “omg aang!!! how did you know that this was literally the exact jacket i wanted!!!” and she’s being sincere btw. like she either just doesn’t remember or never even catches on to what it is she’s doing. so she’s just like “wow aang is an amazing friend…” somehow totally oblivious to her own machinations.

also katara loves wearing really big puffy coats with thick fur linings in winter, and whenever she zips up and puts the hood up on those bad boys she looks like a big puffy purple marshmallow and you only can just see her little face peeking through the fluff of her hood. and she should look kind of stupid but she doesn’t. in fact she looks sooo cute

toph gets really cold in winter so one year katara gets her one of those really fluffy, puffy coats. she loves it so much she even wears it indoors sometimes. and yes she looks adorable in it too

sokka just has one jacket that he wears for every occasion. it was probably hakoda’s, it’s either brown or green, it’s slightly too large on him, it has one million pockets, and it has a wool lining around the collar. he wears it in winter, in summer, rain or shine, and whenever anyone is like “isn’t that jacket not exactly…weather appropriate?” sokka’s like “wym? this is my jacket.” the truth is, he has such an ordered system of what items go in which pockets that he just can’t be bothered to have to move stuff around if he ever got a second jacket. so he doesn’t

zuko fantasizes about being cool enough to pull off a leather jacket, but in reality he is just a freak in a cardigan.

suki has one denim jacket that she has had since forever that she wears with everything. it’s faded, torn, and has one million pins and patches on it. this jacket is basically like a son to her. bisexual hall of fame jacket.

you know azula loves a fitted blazer. with sharp confident shoulders, but not in an obnoxious way. a sensible color and a sensible cut. classy, elegant, stylish, timeless. but sadly, the other kids in her eighth grade debate club think it’s “a bit much.”

mai is one of those girls who LOVES peacoats. she has a million different nearly identical peacoats in slightly different shades of black, navy blue, maroon, and burgundy (which is slightly different from maroon, GOD). she also has a few black leather jackets (she’s rich) that she looks really cool in, if you were wondering (and zuko isn’t jealous at all).

for ty lee’s birthday, mai gives her a jacket that is the exact same cut as her favorite leather jacket but in a really nice shade of pink. she had it custom made (but she doesn’t tell ty lee that). it is ty lee’s favorite item of clothing, and she cherishes it forever.

[starhvney]

𝐒𝐔𝐁𝐉𝐄𝐂𝐓 𝟑 | 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐏𝐓𝐄𝐑 𝟏: 𝐅𝐈𝐑𝐒𝐓 𝐃𝐀𝐘

𝐂𝐖: social anxiety and very brief mentions of past bullying

𝐀/𝐍: surprise another chapter this one is long guys so buckle your seatbelts

𝐖𝐂: 6,600 +

𝐋𝐀𝐒𝐓 ☆ 𝐍𝐄𝐗𝐓 | 𝐀𝐎𝟑 | 𝐅𝐈𝐂 𝐌𝐀𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐋𝐈𝐒𝐓 | 𝐎𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐑 𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐊𝐒

the next day flew by fast as you busied yourself with rearranging your room to how you liked and making sure you had all of your supplies and uniforms for school.

“nervous?” your mom’s voice questions, interrupting the anxious silence that had permeated the kitchen.

you look up from the coffee that had burnt your lips a few moments prior, your mind too busy to notice the excessive steam coming from the drink.

pursing your lips together you nod at your mom, who had an understanding yet hopeful look on her face.

suddenly, it’s as if all of your previous anxiety leading up to this moment comes crashing down on you all at once. your face tenses as you try to control the tears beginning to build, causing your nose to prick and throat to tighten. a small sigh escapes her lips.

“i figured. but this is a bigger school. you won’t have to see the same ten people every day like before. it’s a fresh start. you’ll find plenty of people who are going to love you.” she smiles, coming around the counter to hug you, one of her hands brushing some of your hair back.

“and i know you’re scared, and you don’t like talking, but if you smile and put yourself out there you might find friends faster than you’ll think.” she pulls back, using her fingers to brush your hair out of your face, giggling as your nose wrinkles in protest. you attempt to smile at her as you nod, trying to soak in her advice. “see! no one will be able to resist that sweet smile.”

you roll your eyes.

“whatever.” you playfully mutter back, taking a deep breath in an attempt to calm yourself.

a small laugh leaves her lips as she grabs her tote bag and coffee thermos. your old school was so small that you were able to drive together every day since pre-k through high school was all on the same campus. now, you were close enough to walk and the elementary she taught at was in the opposite direction. your lips twitch into a deeper frown at the thought that you wouldn’t be able to sneak into her classroom when you wanted a snack or a break from your classmates.

“well, try to have a good day,” she says, grabbing her car keys, her shoes making soft clicking sounds through the silent house as she walks to the door. “and wish me luck on wrangling twenty little five-year-olds.”

you laugh quietly, shaking my head.

“yeah, let me know how that goes,” you say, slinging your backpack over your shoulder. “i love you, mom.”

“love you too, sweetie.”

the door shuts, and you stand idly in the hall, your brain shuffling thoughts so fast you can’t really grab onto one. you turn on your heel, grab your coffee, and chug down a couple of sips before leaving the cup by the sink.

after pacing back to your room, brushing your teeth, popping a piece of gum in your mouth, and sliding on your shoes, you take one last look in the mirror.

it was strange, wearing a uniform. especially after going to a school all your life without one. the fitted white button-up was complemented by a navy blue tie and blazer with the school logo on it to match. it was paired with a navy blue skirt, and black socks and tights that followed the same color scheme. you were allowed to wear any shoes as long as they were black, so you gladly wore the mary-jane doc martens you had begged for on your last birthday.

it was cute, at least, and you wouldn’t have to worry about deciding on an outfit every morning.

after adjusting your hair and fussing with how your socks rested on your calves, you finally gathered the courage to leave the house and make your walk to school, sending aphmau a quick text that you were on your way.

instead of breaking down, you busy yourself with looking at the scenery around your neighborhood. the morning weather felt much better than where you used to live, if not a bit chillier than what you were used to, and you note you should probably bring a coat with you for the walk when fall sets in. pretty trees line the streets, and a small smile graces your face as you imagine what they look like in the fall. would they turn a beautiful orange? would some turn yellow? or red?

your attention is taken away from the trees to your new shorter friend jogging out of her house. sylvanna wishes her a good day with a loud voice and a bright smile before the girl starts walking in your direction.

“you too, sweetie!” she shouts to you, and you wave back.

“i’ll try!”

“you will!” she lifts her fist up in a fighting pose of encouragement.

aphmau looks at your matching uniform with a matching nervous smile stretched across her tanned face.

“the uniform looks good on you!” she compliments with a small stutter, wringing her hands together.

“thanks! you too.” you reply, feeling yourself relax. it was like her anxiety had overpowered yours, making you somehow feel like a guardian over her.

her face lights up. “really? i’m so used to wearing whatever i wanted when i was homeschooled so i feel kinda weird.”

“yeah, same.”

“i really like how you did your hair, by the way,” you say, awkwardly pointing your finger at her raven locks. “and the purple ribbon—it’s cute.”

her thin eyebrows raise as she stutters out a thanks, mindlessly tightening the ribbon around her half-up ponytail.

“how was freshman year for you?” she asks, wringing her hands together.

“eh, wasn’t great for me, but it also wasn’t something to stress over,” i shrug. “but i also didn’t have a normal experience.”

“aw, yeah, i forgot you said that. i’m just really nervous about making new friends.”

you nod with a sympathetic smile on your face. “yeah, same. i’m sure we’ll make some friends, though. and we can sit together at lunch.”

“yeah! yeah.” she nodded.

☆

the school was huge. way smaller than the little 1a school you used to go to. your eyes widened at the large stoned building, feeling that familiar anxiety creep back in, starting from your fingertips and crowding your throat. 

“let’s take a picture!” aphmau suddenly says cheerily. you weakly smile, endeared by her sudden enthusiasm as you slightly bend your knees to get in the picture.

“cute!” she says before a small grunt leaves her lips as she harshly bumps into you. the boy causing the collision brushes past the two of you, his build towering over not just aphmau—who wasn’t hard to beat in height—but you as well.

he doesn’t make an attempt to apologize, and he doesn’t look like he’d be the type to, either. his black hair was messy, framing what would have been a handsome face if he hadn’t had such a deep frown on his features. you don’t get to see much of it, though, before his head was pointed back to the ground as he continued walking forward. 

“hey, watch it!” aphmau suddenly scolds, making your eyebrows raise a bit in surprise. “…ugh, what a jerk.”

“i’m sure he just wasn’t paying attention. maybe he’s anxious, too.” you say, attempting to diffuse. you’re a bit taken aback by her sudden burst of irritation. “but he still should’ve at least said sorry.”

aphmau huffs once more. you stifle a small giggle at her annoyance. both her stature and her kind-looking features make it hard for her anger to be very intimidating.

the next second she seems to be over it, as she continues to post the picture. 

“oh, i forgot to add you on insta. let me add you.”

“mhm, sure!”

you make it to the school's tall front doors. aphmau tugs on the handle, only for a confused noise to leave her lips as the door stays in place, the glass reflecting your confused expressions.

“why’s it locked…?”

“they probably don’t open the doors until it’s time for school.. maybe?” you give a guessed answer. it would make sense safety-wise, otherwise anyone could sneak in.

a small laugh comes from behind us. “i’m assuming you two are freshmen, huh?”

you both turn to see a beautiful girl with a bright smile. her smooth and glowy dark skin was complemented by straightened hair that framed her face. kind brown eyes glimmered at you as her hands rested on her hips. aphmau jumps a bit, causing the girl to laugh again.

“sorry, didn’t mean to startle you. jumpy one, eh?”

“oh uh sorry, the door is locked, so...” aphmau stutters, jutting a thumb back at the school.

“worried about that? don’t bother. they usually lock the doors on the first day.” she shrugs. “then they unlock them and everyone floods in all at once and bam! chaos everywhere.”

you like the way this girl expresses herself. her hands animatedly move as she talks, hair bouncing and smiling wide. you’re sure if you stood across a field, you might be able to make out what she was saying from body language alone. 

aphmau lets out a nervous laugh at her explanation, tugging down the edge of her skirt mindlessly.

“that’s kind of weird.”

“you’re pretty nervous, huh? you’re shaking a lot.” the girl bluntly asks, though you’re sure she means no harm from the curious and concerned tilt to her head. 

“sorry, i just haven’t talked to anyone in over a year. besides, her.” aphmau replies, looking over at you. you give a small awkward smile.

the girl smiles back at you and waves, but her eyes dart back to aphmau in shock as she processes her words.

“woah! what does that mean? someone keep you in a dungeon or something?”

you hold back a grin of amusement as you look back over to aphmau, who is trembling like a leaf. it seems she was feeling just as intimidated by the extrovert as you were, only you were clearly better at hiding it.

“no! no, nothing like that. i was just homeschooled.” she explains, waving her hands a bit around as she talks.

“ooh. that. sounds. awesome! getting to stay at home every day? best. school. ever.”

aphmau forces a smile in response, and you resist the urge to reach out and pat her back or something to comfort her. 

“well, it’s actually more lonely than anything.”

“aww, well cheer up freshman. you’ll get the hang of it in no time.” the girl encourages, holding up two thumbs up with a grin. 

aphmau looks back at you before returning her eyes to the girl. 

“um, would you want to be our friend…?” she starts before a man’s voice interrupts us.

“teony! ms.peacock is looking for you.”

teony turns in surprise, her long brown hair whipping around as she turns to look at the teacher. after he explains some more, she turns around to face us, already beginning to backpedal away.

“sorry, freshmen. i’m a teacher’s aide and she needs my help right now. just keep your heads high and you’ll be fine! see you cuties around!”

before anything else could be said, teony was already off and turning the corner.

“she seems so nice and confident,” aphmau says quietly, wringing her hands together.

you nod in agreement.

“yeah, she was. i didn’t get a chance to tell her i’m not even a freshman, though.”

aphmau looks back up at me. “oh, i’m sorry! i didn’t mean for you to like… get run over in the conversation or left out or anything! i just-“

you stop her rambling by raising your hand and shaking your head with a small smile.

“no don’t worry, i don’t really like to talk much, anyways. i just meant she was very outgoing and i had no idea what to even say.”

aphmau tilts her head up at you with an expression of… awe? before she turns her attention to looking around at the rapidly growing amount of students in the front courtyard.

“oh, well… speaking of not knowing what to say, there’s so many people here. how do you even make friends when everyone is already in their own groups…?”

as she walks towards the fountain nervously, you trail next to her, turning and walking backwards while looking back up at the school. a small yelp leaves your lips when you bump into something, your feet clumsily tripping over the other. before you could embarrassingly draw attention to yourself by colliding with the pavement, two arms were already holding you up.

the first thing you see is aphmau’s wide eyes and her slim hand covering her mouth. before you can gather your thoughts, a smooth voice vibrates from right behind you, sending a small shiver across your skin.

“hey, are you okay?” the boy asks, steadying you on your feet and turning you to face him, his hands not leaving your shoulders.

you couldn’t tell if your face had gone pale or embarrassingly red, but what you could tell was that the very attractive boy in front of you was very close. 

you had to crane your neck back to look up at the boy’s towering height. his widened eyes were a beautiful shade of blue-green, framed by long, light brown lashes. his golden hair was lighter than his tanned skin, and to top it off his small smile revealed a perfect row of pearly whites. you could almost hear the cartoonish ding! from the sight. you can also catch the faint scent of a fresh cologne… coconut?

“i’m… so sorry! i wasn’t looking where i was going,” you manage to say, embarrassment fully setting in. 

“you should be more careful and watch where you step next time. that could’ve been a nasty spill for you.” he says with an amused grin. 

nasty spill? you’ve never heard someone use that before. and you swear you can almost hear what sounds to be an… o’khasis accent?

your brain feels like it’s short-circuiting. this was not what you had planned when you rehearsed your social interactions for the day, and that familiar dreadful feeling was sending an uncomfortable electric shock starting from your fingertips.

“um, hello? are you okay?” the boy asks again and you manage to gather yourself, pulling back from his grasp.

“yes! yes. i’m good. just caught off guard is all, i’m really sorry again.” you say, huffing out an embarrassed sigh as you look down, smoothing out your uniform. “thank you for catching me, and saving me some embarrassment.”

his face relaxes a bit. “yeah, of course.”

he seems to notice aphmau behind you, giving her a nod and smile before looking back at you. a chuckle leaves his mouth as he backs up and starts to walk away, giving the two of you a small wave.

“well, i have to get going. see you around, and try not to trip over anyone else.”

he turns to walk away and you robotically turn back towards aphmau, who has an equally shocked look on her face. in fact, it barely looks like she moved at all.

“he. was so. dreamy!” she said from behind her hand.

you raise your hands to cover your face, groaning.

“yeah, and i totally embarrassed myself in front of him. ugh, i can’t believe that happened.”

“but—but he caught you! and smiled at you! and me!” she lowered her hand to reveal a face that was probably just as red as yours.

a nasally-sounding voice cuts off your conversation, making you cringe as you turn to the source.

“didn’t you look pathetic drooling all over him.”

the girl speaking had beautiful long raspberry-colored hair, and bright blue eyes that squinted at the two of you with an ugly sneer. she stood tall, shoulders overconfidently squared and aggressive. a shorter tanned girl stood behind her with crossed arms and an unimpressed look on her face, her long curly hair tied into a ponytail.

“huh, us…?” aphmau asks. your face pales and you feel dread creep up in your stomach at this girl’s presence.

“yes, but especially you!” she says, jabbing a long polished fingernail in your direction. “don’t think i didn’t see you playing that innocent freshman act.”

…why does everyone here think you’re a freshman?

before you can open your mouth to defend yourself, her unpleasant voice cuts you off again.

“look, i don’t really have time to deal with you. just know that garroth ro’meave is off-limits. okay? so don’t get any ideas, skank.”

what the fuck?

she turns and walks away, her friend following behind with a snarky look on her face.

“excuse you? ugh. who does she think she is?” aphmau says in an irritated tone.

“…maybe his girlfriend…?” you say quietly.

your now narrowed eyes follow her, an angry and anxious feeling building uncomfortably in your chest. you had  escaped those kinds of girls in your last school, and you hoped you wouldn’t have to deal with them again.

you turn back to aphmau, trying to ignore the annoying automatic response of tears pricking at your eyes. her eyes widen before you shake your head vigorously, taking a deep breath to calm yourself. she seems to understand, crossing her arms and glaring at the backs of the girls.

a few seconds pass.

“school hasn’t even started yet.”

aphmau turns her attention back up to you before a small laugh leaves her mouth.

“i know right? that was crazy. seriously.”

“i think i’ve had enough social interactions for the day already.” you groan, pinching the bridge of your nose.

the school bell loudly rings, prompting the crowd of students to all file toward the entrance of the school. you and aphmau nod at each other with nervous expressions, grabbing onto each other’s backpacks and merging behind the mass of teenagers.

☆ 

you ended up separating from aphmau since you already had your schedule and id tag. standing off to the side of the hallway, you glance down at your schedule as you try to figure out where your homeroom is. after some more wandering around, you find that the halls have become increasingly more quiet and empty, leaving you as a lone wanderer.

your head spins dizzily from confusion. while you were pretty sure the school was built to be one huge loop, there were still three or four floors. shiny white tiles and tall brick walls seem to swallow you as you aimlessly try to find the class you’re looking for.

as you turn the corner, you nearly run into someone again. you stumble back a bit, a quick “sorry” leaving your lips before you realize it’s aphmau and…yet another attractive boy.

“oh, are you lost too?” aphmau asks, a small frown on her face.

a deep sigh leaves your lips and you nod, blowing a stray hair out of your face as you look back down at your schedule.

“yeah… my old school had just one hall. this building is huge,” you mutter.

“another freshman?” a honeyed voice asks. you turn your attention from aphmau to the taller boy she was with, restraining a sigh.

middle parted caramel hair framed his olive-tanned face, a few wavy and wispy strays brushing against his cheekbones as he flashed a charming smile at you. his grey-blue eyes seemed to reflect the light that bounced off of it, making them even more entrancing to look at. wow, is this what it’s like to have more than ten options of boys to look at every day? what’s with all the attractive guys in this school?

“oh, uh, i’m actually a sophomore, i moved here recently,” you say, biting at the inside of your cheek.

the boy’s smile widens.

“oh, really? can i see your schedule?”

you nod, passing the paper to him.

“well, looks like we’re in the same homeroom.” he says, passing the schedule back with a grin. “and a few other classes, too.”

“i was just guiding her to her class, and i can show you to our class after?” he suggests.

“yeah, that would be so great! thank you.”

we drop off aphmau at her homeroom, and she nervously turns back towards the two of you.

“sorry, i probably made you guys even more late to class.”

he chuckles and shakes his head. “oh no, don’t worry. i’m helping set up for the club social, and since she’s new here i’m sure she’ll get a free pass.”

aphmau nods, looking back at you again.

“i guess i’ll see you in a bit… later!”

you smile and wave. “see ya!”

you turn and glance up at the boy, who smiles and nods for you to follow him. he walks with one hand in his pocket, the other mindlessly twirling around a pencil.

“i’m laurance, by the way.” he says, his honeyed voice permeating into your ears once again.

you smile nervously, introducing yourself before asking him where you were going.

“our class is actually in the gym setting up right now. i’ll go with you to tell the teacher you’re here.”

“oh, thank you! that’s relieving.”

“it’s no problem.” there’s a small smirk on his lips as he glances down at me before we stop in front of the gym doors.

he pulls one open, suavely waving you forward as he holds the door for you. you shyly nod with a taut smile, stepping into the crowded and noisy gym. there were several booths lined up around the gym for different clubs and sports, and your eyes couldn’t decide where they wanted to land.

“come on, i think ms.peacock is over here.” you hear him say, and you nod while swallowing down your nerves.

trailing closely behind laurance, you tightly cross your arms over your chest. the voices of every student crowd your ears as you stare down at the backs of laurance’s shoes.

the shoes in front of you come to a stop, and you look up to see laurance looking back at you with a slightly concerned look on his face.

“…huh?” you mutter.

“are you okay?” he asks, offering a comforting smile. “i asked how you liked it here so far.”

“oh, it’s alright. i just,” you sigh, hesitating a second, “crowds aren’t my thing, usually.”

“well if anyone gives you a hard time you can tell me.” laurance tilts his head with a glimmer in his eyes that seemed much more genuine than before. it was a simple action that was way more attractive than it should’ve been.

“thanks.” you nod with a tight-lipped smile, knowing that you probably wouldn’t tell him. it was still nice knowing that the offer was there.

you make it over to a taller woman, who you assume is ms.peacock. the girl from earlier, teony, is handing her some copies before turning to face you two.

“hey, laurance. and the freshman from earlier! i didn’t catch your name, sorry.”

you step forward, and the three sets of eyes that land on you feel like pins sticking into your skin.

“i’m actually a sophomore. i moved here this summer,” you explain, giving them your name and popping your fingers as you talk.

teony’s almond eyes widen a fraction before she recovers, her bright smile from before returning.

“oh! it’s nice to meet you. you’re in our class, then. i remember seeing your name on the roster.”

“it’s nice to meet you too,”

you nod, turning your head to ms.peacock. kind brown eyes crinkled into a smile as she looked back, her short curly brown hair bouncing a bit as she nodded.

“and i’m sorry i’m late. i didn’t get a tour or anything before i came here and i was totally lost in the halls.” you say, your words coming out a bit rushed as you try to salvage what you can of your first impression.

she waves her hands dismissively with a light smile stretched on her lips. her voice is calm and quiet, with what sounded like a northeastern accent.

“that’s alright, just as long as it doesn’t happen again. i can tell that won’t be a problem, though.”

you nod at her words, feeling your shoulders relax. “no ma’am it won’t.“

whack!

you all turn your heads at the sound of a boy groaning and a girl’s laughter. you spot a familiar purple bow and raven hair leaning over a boy lying flat on the ground, hands gripping his shoulder. laurance is already beginning to walk over, and you turn to give a polite nod to the teacher before following behind. you begin to pick up on the conversation the closer you get.

“…hey! that’s not very nice of you!” aphmau’s voice pipes up.

the girl she’s talking to is tall, with long legs and an athletic build. long, powder-blue hair frames her pale face and high cheekbones, and her eyes crinkle in amusement as she looks down at aphmau. she lets out another laugh, one of her hands coming to her side.

“you gotta admit that was kinda funny.” she snickers, taking a breath to calm herself.

“no, it wasn’t!” the shorter girl defends, looking back down at the boy on the ground who looked like he was probably concussed. there was a grimace on his face and one of his hands was reaching up to cover his eyes.

“katelyn… don’t tease the freshman.” laurence’s voice chimes in his teasing and honeyed tone.

ice-blue eyes turn to the boy next to you.

“hey, come on. i’m teaching them tough love. they know i didn’t mean any harm in it.”

you raise one of your eyebrows, looking back down at the out-of-commission freshman on the ground.

“tell that to the dude’s face.” laurance quips sarcastically, and your lips quiver for a moment as you hold back a laugh.

the poor guy lets out a pathetic groan of pain, seeming pretty disoriented. how hard did he get hit?

laurance sighs pitifully. “we should take him to the nurse.”

katelyn mutters about it just being a scratch, putting her hands on her hips stubbornly before really getting a good look at the boy and grimacing.

“not everyone is as tough as you, katelyn.” 

you turn towards the familiar smooth voice from earlier, spotting the guy you ran into. garroth, that girl had said? aphmau flinches back with a small squeak, and you glance over at her reddened face from the side of your eye.

way to be obvious, girl.

“well if it isn’t prince charming.” katelyn teased sarcastically.

he lets out a short chuckle. “huh, i have a name, you know.”

katelyn rolls her eyes. “tell that to all the freshman girls gawking over you. i swear they don’t even wanna know your name.”

“jealous?” he teases with a joking smirk, raising an eyebrow playfully.

katelyn huffs an amused laugh and rolls her eyes, scoffing at his suggestion as if it was the most ridiculous thing she’s ever heard.

“i really couldn’t care less. you’re annoying.”

your lips press together in amusement. she was kind of funny. a little scary, but funny.

“don’t you have a booth to run?” garroth quips.

katelyn raises her eyebrows, her mouth dropping open.

“oh crud! that’s right,” her attention turns over to aphmau. “hey, little freshmen!”

“me?” aphmau stutters with a squeak, wringing her hands together as her wide amber eyes look up at the girl.

“yeah you,” katelyn sighs with an apologetic look on her face. “sorry about your friend there. stop by the volleyball club’s booth if you need someone to hang out with.”

that was… pretty nice actually.

“ah, there’s the sweet katelyn i know.” garroth’s deep voice smoothly remarks.

she rolls her eyes before saying something about her girls needing her and jogging away with a small “see ya!”

“alright then, i guess we should get him to the nurse, huh?” garroth asks, causing laurance to dramatically nod a sarcastic yes.

“like i said.”

you glance down at the boy with silvery-white hair who is still lying on the ground with a dizzied expression, and crouch down to help him sit up. 

he groans, peeking open his eyes to reveal striking green irises that were glazed over. he really must have taken a hit. you steady his shoulders and keep him from flopping back down.

“you okay…?”

“ugh… what?” he groans, blinking around the room that widen as they land on you.

laurance and garroth lean down next to you to help hoist the boy to his feet, each throwing one of his arms over their shoulder and walking him out of the gym.

aphmau and you glance at each other, both silently agreeing to follow them with a nod.

☆ 

garroth leaves the nurse’s office, walking over to laurance, aphmau, and you with his hands in his pockets.

“he’s fine. not concussed, just a victim of katelyn’s abnormally strong spike.” he says with a small chuckle.

“oh, good. i was worried.” aphmau sighs in relief.

you nod in agreement before laurance stretches out his arms and sighs.

“well, i should get back to my booth if everything’s good here,” he says, turning on his heel with a short wave. “i’ll see you guys later.”

“see ya.” you wave back, before turning back to the other two.

“he’s actually running a booth?” aphmau questions, tilting her head in curiosity.

garroth nods, crossing his arms as he leans against the wall.

“yeah. he’s the captain of the soccer team, so he’s repping for them at their booth.”

aphmau and you both hum in understanding. a beat later the nurse’s office door swings open, revealing travis with an ice pack on his less swollen and red cheek, but an optimistic grin on his face nonetheless.

“i’m all good, guys.” he says, his green braces adding to his boyish charm as he holds out a thumbs up.

you let out a small giggle, holding up a matching thumbs-up in return.

“let’s get you back to the social, then,” garroth says, beginning to walk back to the gym.

☆ 

“um, i’m sorry but i don’t think i got your name?” travis asks you.

you introduce yourself to the nervous-looking freshman.

“and you’re travis, right? it’s nice to meet you.”

“yeah! you too!” he flashes another metallic smile, before looking over at aphmau as you walk around the booths in the gym.

“who’s the dream boat you were drooling over?” travis questions, raising an eyebrow at the shorter girl. 

aphmau’s head whips back to you two, her amber eyes widening as her cheeks redden in embarrassment.

“what? i was not drooling,” she laughs nervously. “um, i mean… what we should be focusing on is if you’re feeling okay now.”

you and travis make brief eye contact, smirking and raising an eyebrow at aphmau’s flustered explanation. 

travis shrugs and nods, “i’m fine, i just feel like i got sucker punched in the face.”

“so, not really okay,” you chuckle.

“i’m sorry about earlier, travis. that must’ve been embarrassing.” aphmau sighs, her thin eyebrows raising with a grimace as if she were imagining herself in the situation.

“nah, it normally would’ve been embarrassing, but you guys helped me,” he says, looking at both of us. “plus, i was kinda r.k.o.’d, so i couldn’t really feel embarrassed or realize what was happening anyways.”

after walking around the social some more and encouraging travis to check out the theater club he was interested in, the bell rang.

☆

after being told—last minute—that you were supposed to go to your last class of the day before release, you managed to find the classroom for your geography class.

taking a deep breath, you walked into the room with shaky hands, glancing around the room to gratefully see the teacher wasn’t there yet. you press your lips together, trying to find a place to sit while your heart thuds in your chest.

“oh, hey.” you hear a familiar voice call out.

you turn to once again see laurance, garroth, and the katelyn girl from earlier sitting towards the back of the class. you grip onto your backpack strap as you walk over to them, giving a small wave.

garroth and laurance sit at two paired seats together while katelyn sits in the row in front, moving her backpack from the seat beside her.

“wanna sit next to me?” she asks, patting at the desk next to her. her voice sounds a lot deeper and calming than your earlier impression. 

you feel yourself physically deflate in relief, dropping your backpack onto the desk and sliding into the seat next to her.

“thanks. i was worried i’d have to sit alone.” you mutter, tugging on a strand of your hair.

“yeah, for sure. i didn’t catch your name earlier, by the way.”

you introduce yourself to her, feeling like you were repeating the same rehearsal over and over again.

“so, why did you move here?” laurance asks from behind you, making you shift in your seat to face both katelyn and the two boys behind you.

“oh, well… my mom got a new job here at the elementary, so we moved for her… mainly.” you say, picking at your nails. “we come from a really small town a little south from meteli.”

“oh, meteli? i lived there for a bit when i was little,” laurance chimes in. “there’s a lot of hills and country surrounding that area.”

“yeah, that area!” you nod.

the genuinely interested looks the three look at you with while you talk sends a shock through you, and not knowing how to respond you fumble to change the subject.

“uhh but what about you guys? have y’all known each other since last year?” you ask quickly, trying to ignore the pins and needles in your fingertips.

katelyn lets out a small giggle from next to me, and you turn to her with widened eyes, your blood draining from your face. was she laughing at you?

“hah. ‘y’all’. that’s so cute.” she smiles.

the blood rushes back to your face, and all at once. you can feel your face turning red, and you turn your head away as you bite your cheek, muttering a quiet “oh,” as you do.

you can hear both laurance and garroth laugh from behind you. 

“a country bumpkin in a big school. must be nerve-wracking.” laurance notes, resting his chin on his hand.

“yeah, i’m actually pretty awkward at making new friends, if you couldn’t tell.” you sigh, before clearing your throat. “uh, but you guys didn’t answer my question.”

garroth chuckles, leaning forward a bit in his chair.

“yeah. katelyn and i met when we were younger through our parents, but we all got to know each other last year.”

you nod, tilting your head as your eyebrows pinch together in thought. “and katelyn is the volleyball captain and laurance you’re the soccer captain, right? do you play any sports, garroth?”

you see laurance briefly smile wider, a genuine look flashing across his features. garroth also seems to smile a bit warmer at the question.

“yeah, i’m actually also a captain—of the baseball team.”

your eyebrows raise, a small “wow” coming from your lips.

“so y’all are all captains? as sophomores? that’s pretty cool.” you say with a look of wonder on your face.

katelyn smiles and looks like she’s about to say something before the teacher finally walks through the door. you flash her a small apologetic smile for being interrupted as the teacher starts passing out a syllabus and begins to instruct about class expectations.

☆ 

you didn’t catch aphmau to walk with on the way home, but in a way, you were relieved for the quiet time alone. you make your way into the empty house, sighing as you shuffle to your bedroom and slide your backpack to the floor.

flopping unceremoniously onto your bed, your droopy eyes close lazily as you let out a small groan of exhaustion. the late afternoon sun shines through your window, the sun rays warming your skin as you melt into your duvet.

despite feeling like you had run a social marathon, you also feel the satisfaction and pride of actually making a few friends today. hopefully, you won’t have to talk to that girl you met by the fountain again anytime soon.

before you could drift off completely in your after school nap, you get a buzz from your phone.

aphmau: hey! sorry we didn’t walk home together

you: oh it’s fine! we’ll probably be walking to and from school everyday so

you cringe after hitting the send button, quickly backtracking out of habit.

you: i mean, only if you want to! i understand if not

aphmau: that would be great!

you: okok cool

you: how was your last class btw?

aphmau: they put me in werewolf studies even though i’m not a werewolf, i don’t know why either

you: …if you’re not a werewolf then how were you even enrolled in that class??

aphmau: idk, that’s why i was confused!!

you: hahah awkwarddd

you: did you ask to switch?

aphmau: yeah, but i think i have to ask the office in the morning

you: i can go with you early if you want!

aphmau: really? that would make me feel a lot better!!

you: yeah for sure! just let me know when you’re about to leave in the morning and i’ll meet you

aphmau: wow, thank you so much!

aphmau: oh, how was your last class?

you: it was actually pretty okay!!

you: garroth, laurance, and the volleyball girl who spiked travis was in there haha they’re actually pretty cool

aphmau: poor travis hahaha

aphmau: that’s great though! i didn’t make any friends in my last class

aphmau: i sat by a guy who was really rude for no reason

aphmau: the guy who bumped into us in the morning!!!

you: ah :( sorry

you: hopefully they let you switch

you: i can’t see why they wouldn’t if you aren’t a werewolf, so don’t worry too much :)

aphmau: thanks, i really needed that

aphmau: i guess i’ll see you tomorrow?

you: yeah for sure!

☆  

“honey? you awake?”

your eyes nearly refuse to open as you lift your head from your bed, wiping the drool from your cheek. gross.

you turn to your doorway, where your mom is peeking through with a hand on her hip.

“now i am.” you croak, rubbing your eyes and groaning when you realize you still have your mascara on. 

“was school good?” she asks, giggling at your pain. 

you nod, giving her a small rundown of the day.

“see, i knew you would do well. have you eaten anything? i was going to make some spaghetti for dinner. your dad is at work late tonight, so it’s just us..”

you regretfully lift yourself off of the bed, shuffling behind her as she makes her way to the kitchen.

“how was your day?” you ask, setting out the pots she needs.

“oh, it was good. just exhausting. it always is at the beginning of the year,” she says, a small sigh leaving her mouth. “especially since parents are getting lazier every year. the first week is always more like a daycare until i get them used to my discipline system.”

you shake my head incredulously.

“i’m patient, but i don’t know how you do it. you’re crazy.” you mutter.

“any teacher willing to teach pre-k is crazy. it comes with the job description.” she winks, before a small fit of giggles leave her mouth.

you can’t help but laugh with her, interrupting her cooking with a hug. that familiar perfume mixed with her lotion relaxes you, and you resist the urge to tip over and pass out again. 

“i’m gonna take a shower.” you announce, padding back to your room.

“okay. don’t take up all the hot water!” she calls after you.

“i won’t!”

©starhvney, 2024. please do not steal or repost my works as your own.

[cadybear420]

Cadybear's MC Wardrobes: Evie Ayana, OG HSS Book 3. Featuring some edits by me!

How this series goes: With each book, for a MC I'm invested in, I'll assess each of their in-game outfits. How much do I like or dislike the outfit? Is this something that suits my MC's style, or does it make me go "My MC would NOT wear/own this"? And for the outfits that my MC would not wear or own, how would I alter or replace them? I'm not going to use screenshots from the actual game because I can't be arsed. Also I want to use the different sprite expressions to express how my MC would feel about each outfit.

I like to think this is a good opportunity to elaborate on my MCs' dress styles, and show off some edits :D

Now, let's assess the outfits of OG HSS Book 3 and finish off the wardrobe for Evie Ayana! Well, not quite finish off, as I might make some posts for her in-game outfits in HSS:CA, as well as some bonus miscellaneous outfits I came up with myself for other events in the timeline.

Directory for the other parts will be included in the reblogs after I've completed the posts for all books!

Ch 1: "Cold Shoulder" Premium Starter Outfit

Evie would actually really love this top. Although she is pretty lukewarm/indifferent on bare-shoulder tops, she would totally wear this one, mainly for the fabric texture. However, I don't think she'd be too keen on the necklace or the skirt, though, as cute as the flower embroidery is.

Verdict: Only partly in Evie's wardrobe. Alter by replacing the skirt and removing the necklace.

Here's what it'd look like more in her style. I might headcanon this as her casual fit for HSS:CA 3.

Ch 1: "Spring Fling" Premium Starter Outfit

And here we have a reverse situation of the previous outfit. Evie would dig the pants, but not so much the top.

Verdict: Only partly in Evie's wardrobe. Alter by replacing the top.

So how about a combination of the two? :3 (Unfortunately the embroidery looked a bit awkward on these pink jeans, so I left it off).

As it is though, I think I'm perfectly happy with using the "Cardi Cute" outfit for her HSS 3 spring casual outfit (or the altered version of the "Bombshell" outfit, but that would mean paying for the original one which I don't quite think is worth the diamonds). Like I said, I might use these altered spring premium outfits for her spring casual outfit in HSS:CA.

Ch 1/2: "World Tour" Premium Outfit

It's not bad, I kind of like the trim design on the skirt. I can definitely see Evie dressing up so as to at least make the Hearst kids' tour fun. Plus, it sort of matches with Aiden's spring casual outfit, being that it's also a light blue button-up and dark blue bottom piece.

Buuuuuut I don't think the skirt is quite her style. It's just a little bit too short, and doesn't really seem "loose and flowy". Plus, she would prefer an outfit with pants for this type of event.

Verdict: Only partly in Evie's wardrobe. Alter by replacing (or lengthening) the skirt.

Here's how it would be if it were closer to Evie's style. Plus, a version where the skirt is closer to Evie's style. I tried to make the pants blue-ish to keep that color scheme match.

Ch 3: Baseball Uniform

Jock girls stay winning <3

Verdict: Technically not in Evie's wardrobe because you have to return uniforms at the end of the season, but the point is, Evie would love wearing it. Keep it as is.

Ch 4: "Light it Up" Premium Outfit for the Mitchell's Beach Party

This is gonna sound crazy, but... aside from maybe the arm bands, Evie actually wouldn't mind wearing this. The romper is really nice-looking color and aesthetic wise and it looks fairly comfy.

While it is arguably a bit revealing– namely, it does violate Evie's "no skirts that go above mid-thigh" rule, she probably would be a little more comfortable breaking that rule with a romper dress rather than a regular dress or skirt. Granted though, she wouldn't really wear rompers very often, so yeah.

Also, the necklaces are adorable. I love moon/star shapes and so does Evie.

However it might be a little bit too extravagant for her tastes for what I feel is a more casual house-based beach party.

Verdict: Actually would be a part of Evie's wardrobe. Move the arm bracelets, but otherwise keep it as is (but save for a different event and possibly go with a different outfit to wear to the party).

Evie in the altered outfit, plus the m!MC's version of the romper outfit. She'd also love to wear the replacement outfit for the pool party outfit from Book 1 (it would also match Aiden's outfit, then again I might give him a new beach party outfit too as well as all the other LIs). She'd also be perfectly happy wearing her regular casual outfit to the pool party like everyone else did.

Ch 7: "Key to my Heart" Premium Outfit for Open Mic Night at the restaurant

It's decent on its own, but I don't think it's really Evie's style. I don't think she'd really vibe with keyhole dresses.

Verdict: Evie would not own this. Keep the bracelets, but replace the rest with either her usual casual outfit or her usual semiformal outfit.

For this sort of event, she'd far prefer to wear the "Make a Statement" semiformal blazer outfit, or just her regular casual outfit like everyone else.

BONUS ROUND: Ch 11: Band Concert Outfit

Looks fly as hell. She'd dig it. But she would also think it's kinda dumb that the guys (and Cameron) all wear long sleeves while the girls all wear short sleeves lol.

Verdict: Part of Evie's wardrobe. Keep it as is (for band!Evie AU) (but also give her a long sleeved version, and save both for other events).

Long sleeved version! Though honestly, I'm not sure Evie would have really had much of a preference. She likes both styles.

Ch 12: "Silver Goddess" Premium Prom Outfit

God damn it. The cloth and color of this dress is so damn pretty! But there's no way in hell Evie would EVER wear a dress with a leg slit. She'd feel like... like the exact opposite of a goddess.

Also, why is it called "Silver" when the game file describes it as lavender? Not that it's even lavender anyways, that's clearly periwinkle.

Verdict: Evie would NOT buy this. Perhaps alter later by closing the leg slit and removing the arm band. But even then, it would not have become a part of her wardrobe due to a certain other premium prom outfit option...

For now, here's that one edit I made previously of Aiden wearing the outfit because I like it better on him <3

Ch 12: "Black Tie" Premium Prom Outfit

*inhales*

YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAASSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS!!!!!!!!

Verdict: Becomes part of Evie's wardrobe and is her official prom outfit for the book. Keep it as is.

Ch 12: "Just Peachy" Free Prom Outfit

It looks pretty nice, I like it much better than the premium prom dress. It's neat and simple, which is something Evie would enjoy wearing. She'd also like the peach color too. Especially considering she likes Aiden's "peach".

Of course, there's no way Evie is giving up that tux. So yeah.

Verdict: Evie would wear this, and it maybe would've become a part of her wardrobe if she didn't already buy the tux for her prom outfit.

Ch 16: "Once a Tiger" Premium Finale Outfit (and carries over to HSS:CA as MC's default outfit for that trilogy if purchased)

Not bad, but why does PB hate putting this MC in tops that are cut below the pants? Also, no thanks to the choker-style necklace.

Verdict: Somewhat part of Evie's wardrobe. Alter by lengthening the top and the necklace.

Here's the outfit more in Evie's style, plus her in the m!MC one because I do think it suits her better either way.

Though in either case, I don't consider it Evie's default outfit for HSS:CA. I'm going to be making a different new set of outfits for that instead, and that will be its own series. Stay tuned.

[mh-midnight-wanderer]

Wow people really like my previous post Thank you so much for likes <3

Just like a promise I made my version Monster High characters Gaia Online edition part 2

1. Abbey Bominable

I have two things in mind that I want for Abbey's design.

Snow and Fluff

I found Abominable Cutie items for fur, arms, face and little horns. her hair and clothing colors its mostly white with pink and baby blue details.

I have this headcannon that yetis uses white clothes as camouflauge. Once that Abbey enrolls at Monster High she starts adding more colours in her outfits

I added snowflake hair pin. A snow googles who act as glasses and fanny pack (tribute to MH Live Action)

2. Spectra Vondergeist

For Spectra I thought added indigo and blue in her color scheme instead just purple and black

I found this cute black veil with purple skulls, blue dress, and indigo sandals give impression of floating, black and blue bag and lock hairpin

I keep her iconic chains, her hair and gossiping nature

3. Operetta

For Operetta. I decided keep her original hairstyle buts its black and red ombre hair

While searching scars or deformity items for idea. I came across @cherryfemm post about Operetta's shouldn't wear a mask. And she is right because that whole MH premise its embrace their freak flaws. And I thought why not keep half mask and covers her perfect face. So keeps her dad iconic mask and delivers the message: you shouldn't be shame about your scars and/or deformity

What I love about Operetta is she doesn't care about her deformity. She's not insecure or shame about her appearance.

Also I give her semi-translucent skin so that keep her status as phantom

Her outfit is simple top white and black shirt, red shorts with suspenders, black and white shoes, golden spider earrings and of course her guitar

4  Toralei Stripe

Its combination of G1 and G3 Toralei. A torned black jacket with kitty face printed shirt, pink black and white stripes pants, black and pink boots heeled, and guitar

Headcanon: There's rumor that Toralei's guitar strings are made of her werecats enemies back her criminal days. In reality catguts are not made from cat intestines.

5. Robecca Steam

As for Robecca I didn't do drastic changes to G1 Robecca. I just made her hair little shorter, give her gloves, brown and gold belt and blue and golden boots.

Also I found skin mod to give her shiny robotic skin

6. Venus McFlytrap

As for Venus. I give her blue and pink hair instead green and pink. Pink and black shirt and shorts. a missing pink stocking, mismatched sneakers and black gloves useful for picking up garbage

Still rockin and saving the earth

Oh added green vines and leafy thing in her head

7. Rochelle Goyle

As for Rochelle. I decided more softer pink and lilac color palette. I give her granite skin tone and I found this dress that fits Rochelle's aesthetic.

Its quite expensive but good thing I been saving alot all these years of playing Gaia Online

Added jewelry for her head, black stockings and boots. Lastly this amazing horns and wings the tail was included and I have no idea how to remove tail

That’s pretty much it. Do you think I should made part 3 with rest characters?

Perhaps

[slocumjoe]

its easter but i dont care! i like to imagine halloween is celebrated in various parts of the common wealth. how would the companions celebrate it with sole? once they have some down time of course. by the way i like to imagine piper, nat and sole host and act in a haunted house attraction or something, what do you think?

I'm putting this in a modern AU so I can go wild, because I had two very specific ideas in mind that I needed realized. a candy for whoever correctly guesses which two im referring to 🍬

Companions and Halloween

Cait; Fucking loves scary movies. Will call all her willing buddies over for bloody marys and whatever shitty takeout they desire, and binges shlock films she finds on obscure horror fan forums. This sometimes backfires and they find a 2003 indie psychological thriller that ends up being too much to handle. When Halloween actually comes, goes to festivals, carnivals, etc... It's the one holiday she actually likes. Dresses up as iconic 'final girls' and gets annoyed when people don't recognize it. Went as Lady Grognak once and got a bunch of girls' numbers.

Codsworth; You bet your ass he's making the best homemade candy in the CITY. This is his Olympics, his Chomolungma/Sagarmatha (commonly known as Everest), his very own Great British Bake Off. Decorates the lawn and sets up picnic tables, has food and drink available. Preston helps him run the shebang with Sturges, Sole, and sometimes Deacon. Will dress up simply and cutely, depending on if he's a person or still a robot. If a person, his costumes are from cartoons, like Steve from Blue's Clues. If a robot, will become a floating pumpkin.

Curie; Her friend group has banded together to keep her from handing out fruit to kids. She only sometimes obliges. Will opt for healthier options, still. Sometimes goes to Codsworth's block party,, if she isn't too tired. Curie herself really isn't into the aesthetic of Halloween, but she likes the fun. She just doesn't like the color schemes. Curie doesn't have time to get a costume, so she just wears her doctor's garb when answering the door. To celebrate for herself, will make pumpkin pies, PSLs, and watch cozy kids spooky movies. Calls or texts Danse to make sure he's okay, as she knows the holiday is a source of stress ever since the...incident...

Dogmeat; local children trained him to run up to porches, snatch the unattended candy bowls, and run

Danse; Counts down to the day like the nukes are gonna drop. Curie once confirmed that the mere mention of the holiday raises his blood pressure. His brain just...can't do it. The thought of someone knocking on his door makes him nauseous. Dressing up...he's too uptight, he'll admit. Pranks always suck, regardless. Not even as a kid did he like Halloween. Hancock and Sole dragged him to a haunted house once and, uh...yeah. Don't take your easily-overwhelmed friend with PTSD to a series of dark corridors with flashing lights, loud, sudden sounds, and people jumping out. Danse takes a week off work, gets in his truck, and camps in the wilderness until society is safe to return to.

Deacon; BEST. HOLIDAY. EVER. Deacon plans all year for it. Every day of October has its own costume. He LOVES volunteering at haunted houses or festivals. It's just such a fun time, man! Gorges himself on PSLs to be 'ironic'. Carries massive candy bars for anyone who recognizes his increasingly obscure costumes. Deacon lives and breathes the spooky. Decorates his house with a new theme each year. Once commissioned a giant model spaceship 'wreck' on his roof and had alien corpses spread across the lawn. Would enter any costume competition he could fit in the schedule, if he wasn't banned.

Gage; He likes Halloween for one reason, and one reason only. When he was a young boy, he hit a growth spurt overnight, way ahead of his peers. So, before Halloween, a local farmer, hosting a corn maze, offered him a job in the maze as a slasher. Maybe it was destiny, or maybe that job helped Gage who he is. But to this day, even if he isn't as spry, Gage finds a haunted maze, and sends them his Chasing People Through Fields resume. There is no greater joy, to him, than hiding around a corner, hearing those poor, poor teenagers whine it'll be cheesy, this is lame, it's so fake...before he goes a'huntin'. It's exercise, it's therapeutic, and it makes for good conversation.

Hancock; His house naturally looks spooky, so he never has to decorate. Very pleased with this. Joins Cait for movie night with MacCready, Piper, Sole, and Preston, and always eats too much. Hancock spends a stupid amount of money on the good Halloween candy, and is part of the "Curie, Fuck Your Apples" gang. Will hide in her bushes and hand out the good shit to children if Piper can't talk her down to at least fruit gummies. Once, trying to be a friend, got Danse out of the dingy, dark hole he calls home, and into Pickman's Gallery, an annual haunted house. Thought it'd be fun, spontaneous, help him live a little.

Hancock didn't know folding chairs could...bend...

MacCready; Matches his costume to Duncan. Attends Cait's movie night. Once had a Parental Panic Attack at a movie involving babies in danger and now Preston has to screen everything to make sure its clear of child murder. MacCready himself goes hogwild with the candy. Makes pumpkin-shaped, pumpkin-flavored food. Takes Duncan to the festivals and carnivals, really wants him to not end up like Uncle Danse, who handled active warzones better. Mac tends to buy what he can afford, which means the cheaper, variety bags of hard candy. At least it isn't apples, Curie.

Nick; As a theater kid and bisexual, Halloween is like his second birthday, behind Valentines day (which isn't his actual birthday either). His costumes are tasteful, inspired, thematically appropriate. His favorite is the classic vampire, with a long, flowing cape, a high collar, and lots of shiny buttons. Carries a giant sack of candy and toys, wanders through the neighborhood, helps lost kids and keeps an eye out for unsavory types. Always ends up having to chase Dogmeat down after he swipes a candy bowl.

Piper; Saves up all the money she can to spare on the after-Halloween candy. Really into campfire smores with ghost stories. Also joins Hancock for haunted houses. Once, on accident, went into Gage's corn maze and recognized him by his build. Hid from him by staying on the blind side. Texted him videos of him charging past her after other maze-goers. Received a "🖕". Piper doesn't go all out on the odd occasion she dresses up. Tends to use clothes she already has. Is the spokesperson for the Fuck Apples gang, tries to talk Curie into something less...shit, each year. Doesn't hand out candy, takes Nat out trick-or-treating. Ends the night at Codsworth's, nothing like a hot dinner after a cool evening walk through the neighborhood.

Preston; Tired mom friend. Goes out into the woods looking for Danse when he doesn't answer his phone, makes sure he rejoins society, doesn't go off the grid. DD after movie night at Cait's. Wasn't into Halloween as a kid, but he participates as an adult to spite people who think adults can't celebrate it. Preston helps Codsworth handle his block party, and buys toys and such for kids with dietary restrictions. Dresses as either a cowboy or a revolutionary soldier. Went as a green toy soldier once and is still finding paint smears in his house. Sturges did warn him.

X6-88; Conflicted on Halloween. On one hand, childish. On the other...full of potential, possibilities, opportunities. He likes the chance to legally frighten people and have it be socially acceptable; he does not like people knocking on his door. He doesn't like pranks, but enjoys the theming and aesthetics. He dislikes the costumes, but people don't bother him dressing the way he does naturally (spooky and Terminator-esque). Eventually, settles into taking simple pleasure from it. He doesn't do much to celebrate himself, though. Not on the 31st, at least. No, no, no.

The real holiday is November 1st.

November 1st is a professional sport, as for as X6-88 is concerned.

[tantive404]

So the new Sacrificial Princess episode gave us some more adorable Sari looks:

There was also, of course, a heavy dose of ANGST! I really found myself sympathizing with our heroine in her struggles to support herself and her inability to fit in with either the monster or the human world.

Her one solace remains in Leonhart, who is growing increasingly soft toward his human bride…

I’ve come to really admire the contrasting character designs between these two, with her petite figure pressed against his giant monstrous frame… her soft white-blue color scheme and his heavier blacks, browns, and reds.

They are so clearly designed to both compliment and contrast one another, and this is easily highlighted by any of the wonderful scenes in which she is snuggling up in his fur or he is carrying her in his arms <33. The more struggles Sariphi faces, the more she must turn to Leonhart, until— in a manner both heartbreaking and touching— he is the only being in the world whom she can truly depend upon.

Also lost it over this moment. They are SOOOOO cute. (Spoilers: let’s just say Leonhart essentially has to give Sari a wedding ring to save her life, all the while oblivious to its significance in human culture😉)

I love that the reason for the focus on her hand in this shot of the op has become deeply significant.

[agoodpairofsocks]

Rating cookie jars I found on Amazon

3/10, looks like an urn for a disgraced clown.

4/10 Very simplistic, looks like some sort of fancy prison. Perhaps for Elina from the Barbie Fairytopia movies.

5/10 Simple. To the point. A very no-nonsense cookie jar.

2/10 Pretentious. Vain. Not warm or inviting. Would NOT accept a cookie from it, for I can tell it is a cold, heartless, self-obsessed creature.

6/10 Simple, but in a humble way. Something to be praised without it pretending to be something it is not. I am not a fan of the wooded top though.

7/10 Cute, semi see-through so I know it's not keeping any secrets from me. I like the little details in the lemons

3/10 Dont let looks deceive you, theres some malicious shit going on right here. I've seen Looney Tunes and I know for a FACT that not for a second would that kitty cat and that mouse be friends. They are up to something.

6/10 It's a pretty little birdy : ))) I love this shade of blue. I know he would keep my cookies safe

7/10 Very pretty. See-through for that honesty factor but not afraid to add in that lovely splash of color to contrast the cold colorless life that I lead.

8/10 It's like if oscar the grouch owned a 50's style diner

3/10 Clunky. Reminds me of my grandma, who, for context, is a rotten lying whore.

9/10 Look at him. He is perfection. We need more people like him in the world. Maybe if my grandmother had him she wouldnt be such a rotten, filthy, disgusting, lying piece of human garbage. Probably not though.

8/10 Portable sturdy looks like it can fit a decent amount of cookies Reminds me of my grandfathers house.

10/10 Beautiful colors and details Looks like it would guard my cookies with its life I just really like it : )))

7/10 Nice details. Its not my cup of tea but I can see the appeal.

10/10 Classy, detailed, I love the color scheme. Not a centerpiece in any kitchen but enough to catch the eye.

9/10

Not only a good cookie jar but perhaps an excellent friend? Or more ?

8/10 It's ugly but I'm compelled to give it a high rating due to the sheer absurdity. It has no ground to stand on telling me what to do, ordering ME its master what to keep in it and yet, in bold cursive letters, gently traced upon the brim in an almost mocking fashion, it chooses to label itself with one of the most appalling desserts. I admire its confidence.

5/10 mid Perfect gift for your aunt who is learning how to bake.

[xeaali]

Be Mine

Larissa Weems x Reader

Summary - Reader is in love with Larissa. This coming Valentine’s Day, you decide to act upon your feelings.

**Timeframe is in college, Larissa having a college romance she deserves!

** I don’t usually write, but thought I’d try? Idk. It was cute in my head haha.

As the months grew colder, your heart kept warm with the thoughts of her. February was right around the corner, you wanted to finally make your move on Larissa Weems. The girl you’ve been pining over for the past two years. You figured Valentine’s Day would be the perfect day, what woman wouldn’t find that romantic?

But what do you get for a woman who has everything? Your thing was art, you were amazing at drawing. Maybe you could make her a card, it’s the thought that counts, right?

The first week of February came around and you were panicked. Anytime you were around Larissa your heart would beat twice as hard and your mind went blank. Everyday after class you’d run to your dorm, making so many cards. This one wasn’t good enough, that one wasn’t the right color scheme. This card had to be perfect. Larissa was perfect, she deserves perfect.

Finally one evening you did it. You made the perfect card for the perfect woman. The card itself was a pale gray, with light blue and white accents. Very true to Larissa’s already existing color palette.

Once opened the card read :

My dearest Larissa,

Your eyes are as blue as the ocean, your lips red like lava. Skin as porcelain as the snow that falls from the heavens, tall as a stately sequoia.

All of your features are aligned with the earth, our world. The one shared with millions.

Yet Larissa, you are my world. A world that I do not care to share with others.

This Valentine’s Day, I am asking you a question.

Larissa Weems, will you be my girlfriend?

Yours Truly, y/n

After reading the note over and over you thought. Was this possibly too forward? Maybe? But she would appreciate the honesty. Larissa is a very just person.

You push your hesitations aside, you’ve been on the sidelines too long. You grabbed the envelope, put the card inside and sealed it.

Tomorrow was the day. February 14th. Valentine’s Day. The anxiety was getting to you, slowly eating you alive. You pushed it deep deep down. You were doing this. You were asking her out.

Before finding Larissa, you went out to town and bought white roses. Figured it would fit her aesthetic the best.

Once back on campus, you gathered your things. Card, flowers and yourself. Before leaving to find her, you looked in the mirror. You got this. The worst she can say is no. After your self reflection you left your room in search of Larissa.

It was a weekday so you know she would be getting out of her debate club meeting soon. You waited in the hallway, after no more than five minutes the club let out. Once you saw a glimpse of Larissa your face went red, realizing what you were about to do. You hid the flowers and card behind your back.

Larissa stepped out of the room. You ran up to stop her before she could walk off.

“Larissa!” You said.

“Oh y/n! Hello sweets.”

You blushed at her name for you.

You were silent for a moment, gathering the strength to do it.

“I…” You started, but lost track once you looked into her ocean blue eyes.

Snapping out of it when she smiled.

“I just wanted to give you this.” You pull the flowers and card from behind your back. Putting it between Larissa and yourself.

You felt your face turn bright red when she looked down and smiled at the gift before her.

“Yknow, since it’s Valentine’s Day and all. I figured a beautiful woman much like yourself shouldn’t go without a gift.” You smiled at your own bravery.

Larissa picked the gift from your hands, her fingers lingering against yours. She looked down at the envelope and smiled as she opened it. You watched her face closely as her eyes ran across the paper.

You gulped when her smile faded. Your anxiety was right. She hated it, she hated you. She was going to reject you. You started to prepare yourself for the sweetest rejection ever.

“Y/n…” She said with such bliss, you loved hearing your name leave her lips.

“Is this how you really feel about me?” She finished her sentence.

You look at the ground, not being able to make eye contact with her.

You took a deep breath before answering.

“Yes. I love you, Larissa.” You said, confident in your words.

After a moment of silence you felt fingertips lift your chin, meeting those beautiful blue eyes.

“I love you too, y/n” Larissa said, the phrase sounding like sweet honey dripping from her lips.

You smiled, without second thought you took her into your arms. Grabbing her by the waist. Her arms over your shoulders, she hugged you right back. After what felt like eternity, you pulled away, looking into her eyes once again. Leaving a hand still around her waist.

“So..” You said with a certain tone in your voice.

“So what?“ Larissa asked.

“The bottom of the note.” You mentioned, trying to be somewhat nonchalant about it.

“Oh! You want an answer to that?” Larissa said with a dangerously playful tone in her voice.

You stared at her a little dumbfounded, of course you wanted an answer. Granted she already professed her love back to you, but it would be nice to hear it from her.

She smiled a gorgeous smile. She leaned into you and connected her lips with yours. After a blissful moment she broke away, leaving you with a bright red kiss mark on your lips. She had no intent on removing it, nor did you.

“I would love to be your girlfriend, sweets” She said with a smile on her face.

You smiled right back. Larissa Weems is your girlfriend. Yours. You could blush at the thought.

Later in the evening, you and Larissa spent your first Valentine’s Day together as a couple. Dancing in the greenhouse, surrounded by plants that could never compare to your loves beauty. While soft music played in the background. It was perfect, truly bliss.

Your hand around her waist pulled her closer and dipped her. You leaned down and kissed her, slowly bringing her back up, not moving from her intoxicating lips. You two danced the night away.

Your Valentine’s Day with Larissa was a success.

[duhragonball]

Luffa commission by @vani-e (2/3)

So a few months back, I set up a poll for readers to decide the subject of the next commission I ordered, and the winner was "One of those pics where somebody goes 'not to be a lesbian but oh my gosh.'" I mean, it wasn't even close. Granted, there were only 23 voters, but more than half of them wanted to see Luffa cheesecake, and like the Sith Lord said, I love democracy.

I knew Vani would do a great job with this, but I still needed to settle on a concept. There's a Vendela Lindblom photoshoot where she's wearing a yellow swimsuit and a jacket, so I started there, and the legband kind of gives the whole thing a more Saiyan feel.

Costume choices are a tricky thing for Luffa, because she's a Saiyan who lived centuries before all of the Saiyan costumes came to be. It's like having a Roman soldier character, but one who lived before they came up with the Roman soldier helmets. Also I made the character a bit contrarian, where she wouldn't be particularly eager to try on a Frieza Force uniform just to fit in with modern Saiyans. She'd look cute in Seripa's gear, but it's not her style.

So what is her style? I think the above image kind of forced me to consider that question more carefully. Luffa's default outfit is a black shirt, yellow pants, black combat boots, and black fingerless gloves. But a lot of those choices are more about making her distinctive, rather than her own aesthetic. When I was playing the Xenoverse games, I just found the yellow color scheme handy to keep track of which character was me, and I went with baggy pants instead of tights because it was less, er, distracting that way. Vegeta wears gloves and Goku wears wristbands, so Luffa wears fingerless gloves to split the difference, and so on.

Eventually, I started to work it into the story. Yellow is a family color for Luffa, and he family hated the Saiyan monarchy, and the blue that represents it. So Luffa never wears blue if she can help it. And the rest is a matter of practicality. She wears her usual outfit, or something like it, just because it's familiar and comfortable.

But if she had to change things up, depending on the occasion, she might go for a Seripa-style leotard and a Raditz legband. But not the armor vest, because that implies allegiances she doesn't have. So the jacket instead. She throws all this together while rummaging through the back room of the Toki Toki City clothing shop.

So this has me thinking that I should workshop some other fashions for Luffa. She's partial to the color scheme, but she'd probably be down to wear all sorts of things. At least, this is what's been on my mind lately...

[deadliestpieceontheboard]

Minyard-Josten BIOMY Home

This one is the most canon-compliant to the fic I could make it, going back a bunch of times to the flashback chapter where they first bought it and adding the extra rooms they mentioned wanting. Yes, it's extra big. Mostly because I had to fit two bathrooms with enormous bathtubs and Andreil's ridiculously big bed. It was super fun to build!

Individual posts for each house: [The Villa] [Aaron+Katelyn] [Allison+Renee] [Matt+Dan] [Kevin+Thea] [photoshoot]

(All images should be with good res to zoom in)

First detail I wanted to point out is the move of their chairs from the back porch to the front. Because the back now goes into the shared ring I felt they would enjoy more the privacy of the woods around the villa :)

It's mentioned many times how the downstairs rooms are weird and skinny because they closed the floor plan, and anytime you see a funky tile, blame it on the kids (foyer has Nat's water-like one)! Also, no white walls, keeping lighter colors on the down-stairs and darker upstairs.

Living room opens to a huge cat tree because they're spoiled. There's also much more decoration thanks to the art classes and the kids pressuring them to put more pictures out. (you can see them up close on the photoshoot link in the beginning of the post). The pictures include the twins at Nicky's wedding and the pict Dan sent them, and you can see grey and blue bouquets Andreil got each other <3

I can't actually change window glass colors but we know they're all colorful.

Ok, I know, but there's only so much you can do when the characters decide they must have fox-orange cabinets. There was an empty wall so they let Nat and Paige add some trees.

Yes. This is how big an Alaskan bed is. I looked it up. Andrew's corner has a motivacional cat poster his mom-therapist gave him for decor and Neil's has his mom's bones so I guess they match? Shout-out to Andrunior at the window and their super safe knife target.

Paige wanted a pink and gold color scheme, so I went along those lines. She's got her crocheting paraphernalia on the floor, and because I can't put stars on the ceiling there's a cute nightlight.

Why does Nat's room looks purple? because right by that green mirror there's a craft paper lamp, you can kinda see it on the floor plan. Nat's room is very artsy, with a mirror gallery and lot's of paintings on her desired black walls.

Now pretty much all the other rooms, left to right and top to bottom: the foyer (their blue period, with abstract art and a gothic rug), downstairs bathroom (full, in case Neil breaks a leg), guest room, kid's bathroom (the Jack-and-Jill sink outside), Andreil bathroom, and stairs landing. Neil and Andrew let the kids go wild with the tiles, and I love them for that. Very funky. Also, behold their basically-hotubs.

And finally, because I loved how they looked: their back porch, with bench and floor painted by the kids, and the wall that faces Matt and Dan's home, where Nat painted a mural. (also, all houses have recycling and regular bins just outside, thanks to Renee)

As always, inspired by the fic Blame it On My Youth, by @yourficstheyglow

[fayesdiary]

9, 18 and 32 for the meme?

9) Did you like the map exploration and why?

I like the exploration where you are in Alm and Celica's PoV and can just look around for stuff a lot! Examining the background is great and all the flavor text does wonders for Alm and Celica's characterization. It's also really funny.

But for the rest... the overworld exploration is really annoying with the endless reinforcements especially if they attack you first (had some units in my Ironman runs die because they got the first turn and I couldn't do jack about it), and the dungeons are fun at first but get kinda tedious on repeated playthroughs.

18) Who's your favorite VA performance?

Boring response but, come on. Ian Sinclair by far, Berkut would be nowhere the character he is without his performance.

But honestly, every voice actor in this game is wonderful. Especially Kyle McCartney for Alm!

32) Do you ship any rarepairs? What drew you to them?

Oh, do I!?

In order:

Faye/Celica: Childhood friends to lovers, it having a slight base in canon with Faye actually thinking highly of Celica (or at the very least, she's happy to see her if Celica comes to visit Ram in Act 2), kinda has the same sugar star-crossed lovers vibes Alm/Celica has except Faye is actually a villager with no strings attached, Faye getting over Alm only to realize she has a thing for Celica, them being the only girls in Ram so probably Faye was Celica's best friend in Ram excluding Alm...

I could go on, really, but the short story is it has a lot of potential of both fluff and angst and there are a bunch of quality fanfics that got me into the rarepair to begin with!

Faye/Rinea: It has a lot of what makes Faye/Celica good with the whole farmer/nobility thing going, but also you're pairing the two women who arguably got fucked over by the narrative the most.

In-universe it makes a lot of sense, too, two women who placed their whole identity around a man with it ending in tragedy of both finding comfort and meaning in each other. Has a lot of both fluff and angst potential, especially with Witch Rinea being a thing.

Also I wrote a modern AU fluff fic about them which only made me get attached to the pair more. It's also the first proper fic about Faye/Rinea, something I love to brag about!

Celica/Rinea: Completing the OT3. Red/Blue dynamic, both noblewomen and also Celica would give Rinea all the love she deserves! Also look at this fanart come on

Celica/Clair: I feel Clair would definitely crush hard on Celica. As most women seem to do, really. Also dunno, I think it fits!

Sonya/Catria: They pretty😳 Also, similar cool/chill vibes!

Palla/Mathilda: It literally just came up to me. I think it fits a lot.

Python/Silque: Similar color scheme, looks cute, also shipping the cynical lazy bastard with the tireless devout healer is always nice!

Clair/Gray/Tobin: Not really a rarepair per se, but I don't really think it's popular as an OT3? I don't know, I think the dynamic could be a lot of fun! (Even if I don't think Clair and Tobin like each other romanticall)

There are definitely some rarepairs I forgot, I often see a lot of pics with rarepairs I end up loving which is why it turned into a tag! #echoes rarepairs my beloved

[totaldrama-showdowns]

Submissions that didn’t make it into the Best Outfit Showdown! Including invalid ones. With the amount of characters nominated, the requirement to enter became three separate submissions! Apologies if a character you submitted didn’t make it in!

millie

“it's very cute! cute colours and it's realistic. her boots are a little off but her jacket makes up for it #millie sweep”

Leonard

“he's got that garden gnome-type swag. that spellcaster rizz. look me in the eyes and tell me this absolute LARPing chad isn't drowning in [REDACTED].”

Junior

“he looks more like a teenager than anyone else. I look at him and think "yeah that's a 13 year old". they peaked”

Bear Suit Izzy

“Go girl, you slay in that fursuit”

Izzy (in her swimsuit)

“Her outfit fits her personality pretty well already, and i think her swimsuit's even better! Especially when she has a harpon. She would have a harpon.”

pilot chef

“he didn't go to flight school but he DID buy a pilots outfit and that's what really counts :)”

jo

“she was so real for showing up to an internationally broadcasted reality TV show in a hoodie and sweatpants”

Ella

“Her dress is actually pretty! Also her dress behind above her knees fits the environment she's in”

anne maria

“she slays idk”

the ice dancers, both of them.

“they served”

sugar

“idk I like her”

mike

“Minecraft”

Julia

“It just really works for her”

Rodney

“I would wear that”

Lindsay's up the creek outfit; José; Jasmine

“It's sooo awesome I fucking love it.jkirt (jean skirt) and a cool red top?? Slay I love her sooo much

José has blue and black which slaaaays Alejandro's colour scheme I'm sooo sorry but also not really

Jasmine. Nuff said yeah boyyyyyyyyy!!!”

The local from bjorken telephone

“She SLAYED that swan. We all know that. No one else dresses better than her”

KITTY!!!

“Her outfit is totally cute and I think it holds up today :D”

Jasmine

“The colors look really good on her and work well with the environment (A female character with proper shoes! wow!) and her personality. The attention to detail that since shes so tall she doesnt really properly fit into her clothes is funny”

Heather

“It's cunty. It's iconic. It screams "early 2000s" and it's so HEATHER”

Scarlett

“really really fucking cute. Highlights aspects of her character which is especially good for her being a twist villain. The colors harmonize well especially in scenes with dark colored backgrounds”

Blaineley

“What can I say? She's hot. The outfit works”

“her outfit makes sense, unlike all of the others on this show”

Princess Courtney

“It’s purple and Courtney is pretty and I like her :)”

Drama Brothers Harold

“idk why he was in the last poll his fit goes hard”

jen

“her outfit is so cute. i love her sweater. plus she’s literally a fashion blogger”

Josee

“the color scheme is nice and idk she looks cute i love her”

Ellody

“she looks so nerdy it fits her character so well. and her outfit is just adorable”

courtney’s human cricket costume

“the little antenna are so cute. and she was so smart for coming up with it. she deserved to win that challenge”

courtney in the weird blonde wig

“the outfit isnt that special but it’s so iconic. that moment changed lives”

Laurie

“ok largely this is because i had a crush on her when i was 11”

Gwen’s pajamas

“How come Gwen goes to sleep wearing an awesome fit but when she wakes up she looks at her 3 shirts and goes "Yeah this is perfect"”

Chase…

“His outfit is good. Only his outfit. I'm a big fan of it. Chase himself sucks tho”

SIERRA CODY SHIRT

“I FUCKING LOVE YOU SIERRA”

HEATHER BUNNY PAJAMAS

“shes soooo cute!! why didnt they keep those i luv u heather it was nice to see.. heather that likes pink bunnies she tries to keep that side of herself secret too often<3”

military tank top chef

“tom of finland slay”

Prison fit duncan

“finally”

craptry sugar

“SUGA HOLLA!!! it was sooo cute i loved it the pink jeans looked great and i definitely prefer the pink and white color scheme to her regular outfit and i love her regular outfit too! but pink jeans!! i luv u sugar”

Intern Dakota

“SHE SLAYED THAT”

“slayed what else is there to say <3”

Cowboy Chris

“bro’s got the drip”

Shed

“I love their cat headphones and their gamer chair. super swag”

“Love the gaming chair :)”

Bridgette

“Her hoodie is super cute imo”

camel

“i have vague memories of a camel slaying in rr”

Ripaxel

“They rock my world like a hurricane”

[nostalgiachan]

A Change of Attire

Fifth Prompt: Who is the companion that is most like a sibling and why?

Vague Act Three spoilers

Summary: Shadowheart's in the market for an image change, and asks Vier for some color advice. (995 words)

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“Honestly? I liked the bangs,” Vier replied as she watched Shadowheart fussing over her hair in a mirror borrowed from Astarion (which Vier would be sure to apologize for later). “I don’t think they were severe at all, they brought attention to your eyes. Don’t get me wrong, the fringe is certainly cute, but you’re always having to brush it aside, aren’t you? Seems a bit of a hassle.”

“Well, when I consider bringing the bangs back, I promise you’ll be the first to know,” Shadowheart playfully huffed as she stepped back from the mirror. “But I didn’t ask you over to my tent for hair opinions.”

“What opinions did you require, then?” Vier asked, crossing her legs atop the barrel on which she sat. Shadowheart reached into her rucksack and produced a tall, but slightly thin book emblazoned with the logo of the Forge of the Nine - Dammon’s armor shop. With a flick of pinky and thumb, she opened the book and set it in Vier’s lap; the pages contained rows upon rows of drawings, each depicting the same featureless humanoid body wearing the same set of armor, but each armor had a unique color scheme.

Shadowheart explained, “I figured since we were all in the market for new gear, now would be as good a time as any to try wearing something that wasn’t purple or gray or black. But since that’s about all I’ve worn for as long as I can remember, I don’t know what would actually look good on me.”

Suddenly, something between a chuckle and a sigh escaped her lips. “Honestly, it sounds silly now that I’m saying it aloud. We’re about to come to blows with just about every villain this side of the Chionthar, and I’m worried about aesthetics. Lady of Sorrows guide–” She came to a sharp halt as the words nearly escaped her. A bad habit she’d need to reckon with in the coming days. 

Vier quickly spoke up, all the better to keep Shadowheart from dwelling too long on the slip. “While yes, we obviously have some pressing matters to attend to, there’s no harm in taking a moment for something comparatively trivial. And I do mean ‘comparatively’, because this is something pretty major for you - for anyone, really. Not to get melodramatic, but you’re figuring out who you are, who you want to be, and choosing clothing is a deceptively simple way of doing that. You want colors that make you feel like you, that tell the world ‘Look out, evil-doers! Shadowheart’s here and she’s feeling confident!”

A snort rocketed from Shadowheart’s nose, and she quickly tried to stifle the sound. It was exactly what Vier wanted to hear. “Only problem here is I’m in the same boat as you,” Vier continued. “I mean, by now you’ve probably noticed that if it’s not dyed pale blue, silver, or white, I don’t care to wear it.”

“You are the most brightly-colored Drow I’ve ever seen, yes,” said Shadowheart. “But regardless, I still trust your taste. So take a look through those, see if anything catches your eye.”

Vier acquiesced, poring over the sample drawings in the book. A wide array of color schemes awaited her, ranging from understated earthen tones to the gaudiest of gold. There was a very lovely image of the armor rendered with pale blue for the cloth and soft silver for the metal, but while that absolutely fit Vier’s preferences, she wasn’t sure Shadowheart was quite ready to look like a bright noontime sky. She needed something that was close to her existing preference for dark colors, but just different enough to make Shadowheart feel like something was new.

That was when her gaze was met by the sample listed as “Gorgeous Maroon”.  The cloth, as the name described, was colored with a bold maroon ink, but the metal was a pale pink, sweet but not coquettish. Vier didn’t consider herself well-versed in artistic critique, but she found herself assigning meaning to these colors. Maroon was not too far off from Shadowheart’s beloved purple in tone, dark and heavy, but it was a warmer color, while the pink was soft and gentle. Combined, they reminded her of what she’d come to learn of Shadowheart over their journey together, the woman she truly was rather than the woman Shar demanded her to be. 

Shadowheart cared for others far more than she ever let on. She may have tried to bury it beneath contrarianism and coldness, but her heart was truly kind. And when push came to shove, no matter what punishment Shar had in store for her, she was consistently drawn to doing the right thing, even if Vier had to nudge her along the path once or twice. Dark, warm, kind, bright, that was Shadowheart to her.

“How about this one here, then?” Vier finally answered, pointing to the maroon set. As she looked it over, Shadowheart quirked an eyebrow.

“Hmm…I can’t remember the last time I wore pink, if ever,” she said, “Not sure it’s my color, but that maroon’s pretty nice. Well, I suppose if that’s our illustrious leader’s decision, I’ll consider it, at the very least.”

Though her tone was as playfully flippant as ever, Vier could tell from the look in Shadowheart’s eye that she was very well considering it. She may have even been thrilled with her pick. Of course, she also opened the floor to the rest of their companions - suggestions ranged from the reasonable to the deeply unreasonable to “Chk! We have little time for vanity…but if you must, silver is always the correct choice.” But in the end, it seemed Vier had been on the money. The next day, as Dammon presented Shadowheart with her new maroon-and-pink plate, she looked as chuffed as she possibly could, no matter how she tried to temper it.

“As I thought, it’s not quite my color,” she said. “But I think it might grow on me.”

[aliceyabusamesoneball]

Since you like analyzing fashion and clothes, I was wondering. What is your favorite element to each of the Witch's Heart characters designs?

OKAYOKAYOKLAY i acutally really like all of the designs .. ILL JUST DO THE 9 MAIN CHARACTERS BECAUSE ITS EASIER

FOR CLAIRE i really like her bow its super cute and its like her signature

shes so true

for ashe i like that he wears a cheongsam because it shows that he travels around since hes not wearing a piece of clothing that originates in the area that the game takes place in (DOES THAT MAKE SENSE..)

slso the color scheme is nice and fits his hair <3

for wilardo his pendant is pretty and also he gets it from gramps so i think its relaly interesting

IT ALSO FITS HIS COLOR SCHEME.. maybe there is a common theme

actually forget what i said about that common theme because my favorite element of sirius' design is his moon earring

this picture is so silly ANYWAYS ITS SO ICONIC and tbh gold goes nice with purple so ill say it fits

for noel i like the little blue bow he has tied to the collar of his shirt

ITS SO SHINY and also it sort of shows his closeness to claire because htey both have blue bows + it fits his color scheme

for zizel i like her mismatching bows on her braids I HAVE NO REASON TO i just think theyre cute and one of her signature things

<3

for charlie their little cape thingy that attaches to the hoodie of her outfit is really cute

going to steal ALSO I LOVE THE BOWS

umm for lime this is sort of specific but her eyes are really pretty.. like the eyelashes and the color of her eyes and everything

also she has a very catlike face.. lik eyou could imagine her doing :3

TBH I REALLY LIKE ALL OF THE CHARACTERS' EYES THEYRE ALL SO PRETTY AND FIT THEIR CHARACTERS SO WELL..

ok finally for rouge i like the cosmetics she has (IS THAT THE RIGHT WORD??) like her lipstick and her nails

THAT PICTURE IS SO TINY anyways i think it sort of shows her status as being the highest ranking demon in hell because she doesnt have to like do work or anything.. like she can afford expensive (??) things like having her nails and makeup done even though theres no like money it still sort of shows her status which is cool i think

ANYWAY I REALLY LIKE ALL OF THEIR DESIGNS AND JSKMDFNDF I LIKE THE COLOR SCHEMES AND EVERYTHING ITS SO FUN I LOVE WITCHS HEART

[webbedphantom]

💍our ship

Wedding Headcanons

Shock yeah! The OTP!

As a quick aside, I know we've talked about a few of these before, but I don't remember all the answers because it's been so long, so I apologize if I misremember something

Where they get married: I think we set their wedding on a rooftop? Just a small ceremony with the rest of the team, plus Sae, Sojiro, and Aaron's Aunt Mika.

When they get married: Summer, July 7th, during her second year of college. Might seem a bit fast, but when you spend everyday almost dying, you tend to try to make the most of the time you have. Besides, they were both committed to each other before she even graduated highschool. Marriage was only a matter of time.

What traditions they include: I don't think either of them are sticklers for tradition, so aside from the essentials, like the bouquet toss and that, probably not much

What their wedding cake looks like: It'd be a simple cake, since they don't exactly have the funds to go too overboard, but Aaron would make the topper himself, handcrafting a small figurine of them in their wedding outfits either swinging together, or riding the motorcycle he helped her get for Christmas in their first year together. (Was tempted to say Johanna, since she can do that now in our canon, but I imagine that bike is rather special to both of them)

Who smashes cake on who's face: Makoto on Aaron's. I don't think it was planned, or at least Aaron didn't know it was planned, because she wanted to surprise him with it. But as soon as he realizes, he just lets it happen. Made for a very cute picture that has been a staple of his work desk ever since

Who proposed first: Aaron, because it was his idea to get married so soon. Proposed to her on their anniversary of all days, on the rooftop of the hotel he'd lived in as kid. The same hotel where he'd set up a shrine to his parents, where he'd taken her on their first date to "introduce" her to them. It's a spot that means a lot to both of them.

Who walks down the aisle and who waits at the alter: I don't think we've ever decided on it, but I think it'd be interesting to have Aaron walk down the aisle (or swing maybe?) and Makoto wait at the alter. Not really sure why. I just like the reversal of the norm

What their wedding dress / suit looks like: I think we wanted to go with something similar to their masquerade outfits from that P5 Anime promo. Aaron in a red suit, maybe with a black vest or jacket over it, and Makoto in a blue dress. It's not very traditional, but something so colorful for them seems fitting.

What their wedding color scheme is and what sort of decor they have: Red with black, blue with white. AKA their colors along with an accent from their costumes (black is kinda obvious, white from her gloves). The decor would be very simple because they had a small budget to work with, but Aaron made a lot of the more intricate stuff by hand. Yusuke also made them a painting as a sort of early wedding present that helped set the scene a little better.

What flowers are in the bouquet, and what do they symbolize: Baby's Breath (Yes that is apparently a real flower, meaning Everlasting Love), Daffodils (Unequalled Love), Dills (Powerful against Evil), Goldenrod (Encouragement and Good Fortune), and Thyme (Courage and Strength). They symbolize their strong love for each other, the strength they provide to each other, a strength that can overcome any obstacle their enemies may throw at them, and the hope for a bright future together. (A hope that we know comes to pass due to their future kids, one of which they may or may not have met beforehand due to time travel shenanigans, but that's a story for another time)

What their vows are: I think Makoto originally planned to do it traditionally, but then just decides to say 'screw it,' and speak from the heart. Aaron's are also improvised, but he attempts to make a heartfelt poem out of them (which I will not be doing, at least not right now, because it's 11 pm and I suck at rhyming). And while I won't say Makoto's, as I'd rather leave the specifics up to you, Aaron's are that he will always be there when she needs him, that he will support her dreams with everything he has, that he will love her with all his heart and soul for as long as she'll have him, and that no matter what the future holds for them, he knows they'll be okay, because they'll have each other.

If anyone's late to the wedding: Aaron almost was- He did everything possible to make sure he'd be there, not wanting to ruin their big day, but as luck would have it, Shido broke out of prison an hour before the wedding. Thankfully, Akechi showed up (they'd have buried the hatchet a while ago by this point) and practically had to force him to let him handle it so he could make it on time, making a joke that it was his wedding present to them. Akechi unfortunately missed the ceremony entirely due to this (Shido is not easy to take down), but as soon as it was over, Aaron and Makoto ran over to help finish the job so he could be there for the reception.

Who's in the bridal parties / groomsmen: The entire team, along with Eiko and Mishima. Ryuji is the best man, of course, and Ann is the maid of honor.

What their bridal party / groomsmen are wearing: Given the small gathering, and with everyone present knowing their secrets, everyone shows up in their costumes, though altered slightly to fit the occasion. Even Eiko and Mishima got costumes made for specifically for this. (This is somewhat inspired by other superhero weddings in comics, where everyone there shows up in costume for... some reason. Though it's slightly more fitting here for reasons you'll see later)

Who gives speeches at the reception: Pretty much everyone except Akechi, not feeling like he deserves to given everything he did that he still feels he needs to make up for. Though, he's eventually convinced to after Aaron rightfully points out they would've had to postpone the wedding entirely if not for him. All the team members recount memories of their time together, Mika tells an embarrassing story of Aaron as a kid, as well as how found she's grown of Makoto, adding that she couldn't imagine anyone better for her "son." Sojiro gives a heartfelt speech about the two, how he sees the both of them as family even though they aren't related, and how he couldn't be prouder of either of them. Sae makes a joke about how if Aaron breaks her heart, they'll never find the body, but then giving a short, but heartful speech about just how happy he's made her sister, and that while she may not always like him, she's proud to call him family. Akechi gives a similarly short speech, feeling like there isn't anything he could say that wasn't already said. But he does focus on how good of a team they make, adding that "Trust me, I know from experience."

Who catches the bouquet: Ryuji, though he wasn't trying to. It just kinda landed on him-

What their wedding photos are like: Mostly sweet and wholesome. A couple of them kissing, one of them sitting on ledge of the roof together, holding hands and watching the sun go down, a few of them in their costumes, including one where they're posing together with the whole team, and of course, the cake smash.

What sort of food they have at the reception: A traditional buffet, something Haru insisted on paying for, as well as a giant bowl of shrimp flavored popcorn. (She does have plenty of extras thanks to Aaron, after all)

Who cries first during the ceremony: It's actually a tie between Aaron and Yusuke. Makoto's vows really moved him (which is part of why he even attempted the poem thing, in an attempt to match hers). Makoto... also cried during Aaron's vows, so he succeeded.

How wild their reception gets: It starts out tame, but gets pretty crazy towards the end. I mean, most of their guests have super powers and there's alcohol, I think you can imagine how that goes.

What their rings are like: They're actually family heirlooms, Makoto's belonged to her dad, while Aaron's belonged to his Aunt. They're fairly simple in terms on looks, a gold band for Makoto and a silver for Aaron's, but that doesn't really matter to either of them. They treasure them all the same.

What sort of party favors they have: Not much, since again they had a small budget (Haru offered several times to pay for everything, but they refused. As much as Aaron would like to go over the top for her... they don't need that. The important thing is that they have each other), but they did give out some sparklers and copies of a few of their wedding photos.

Where they go for their honeymoon: Hawaii. Might be obvious, but that is when he first realized he liked her (the two of them see that moment on the beach as their honorary first date), so there was nowhere else it could be.

Something memorable that happens during the party / ceremony: Aside from the two of them having to change into their costumes and ride off on Johanna to go fight Shido (the costume part was planned, but the fight was definitely not), mostly just how insane the party got afterwards. They don't remember exactly what happened (they were both really drunk), they just know it somehow led to them ice skating through the venue and posing with a goat. No one remembers where the goat came from-

Who officiates the ceremony: Sojiro was going to, but Yusuke insisted it be him. He actually did a pretty good job all things considered.

What song their first dance is to: Just Like Heaven by the Cure, played right off her dad's old records (which was a bit of a pain to set up, but being as sentimental as he is, Aaron was insistent that they did it that way, even doing a majority of the setup himself. Makoto definitely appreciated the gesture). In fact, a large majority of the songs played during the reception were from those records. Aaron would've made all of them be, but Makoto insisted he choose some songs too.

... He chose the Sonic R soundtrack, because he's a shocking nerd, but it was weirdly a good fit??

Who gives who away as they walk down the aisle: Sojiro gives Aaron away, I think. A bit obvious but it just seems right.

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A Mario Obsessed Person's Ramblings on the New Mario Movie Trailer

Here's my thoughts/analysis on the trailer! It's kinda long-winded...

Okay so off the bat let’s talk about the parts before the trailer itself.

The put a lot of praise on Anya (and imo it seems warranted); They seem very confident that she’s done super well with playing the character she’s supposed too in the right way (I know they did same some similar things about Chris Pratt but I think she’s definitely doing better.)

Seth’s bit had me rolling a bit because his entire segment is exactly what Chris Pratt wanted his to be; Seth talks about how he’s loved Nintendo for ages, but actually makes more obscure references (+ gets his facts right) and presenting actual evidence in the form of his (very cute) dog Zelda. Plus he doesn’t seem to hesitate nervously.

But, I digress, going into the actual trailer—

I’m loving this interpretation of where the original Donkey Kong games fit into the lore. It manages to harken back to the “stage play” of Mario Bros. 3, and gives a pretty good reason for how it all fits together.

I’m very curious about the larger setting. At first I thought it was Sarasaland (or maybe the temple from Origami King), but evidently it’s the kingdom Donkey Kong comes from (Donkey Kong’s Country?). Which, as far as I know, isn’t really a concept that’s been explored—we only know like, a couple dozen Kongs in total, but this shows a few hundred at least.

Is Cranky Kong the ruler of this kingdom? Or is he just preceding over the matches in the coliseum? I’m not as well versed in the DK side of Mario lore, but he’s usually just the parental figure in most games, right? He’s definitely never been the ruler.

Why are Mario, Peach, and Toad (evidently the three-man band of the movie) here? Is this some kind of negotiation? Mario puts on a show for the citizens and then he’ll provide them with something they’re after?

Pauline is shown in one of the posters, I wonder if she’s somehow still connected to DK in some way?

Moving onto the Next scene—assumably this is inside Bowser’s Moving Castle we are familiar with from the first trailer.

I find it interesting that Koopa’s are the main troop shown—it’s not a weird pick, but I expected more Goombas than the eight (I counted) total shown in this shot. But I do appreciate the diversity of troops shown regardless; Koopas, Red Koopas, Paratroopas, Goombas + a Goomba stack, Buzzy Beetles, Swoops, Spinys, Priahnah Plants, Bob-Ombs, Sledge Bros, and Shy Guys, and even a Snifit! 

Also a big fan of all the personality in this shot—The animation style really works.

I’m not gonna make this about Bowuigi I swear

I’m loving the characterization we’re getting here.

Luigi’s still his generally nervous self, but I appreciate that he seems to be holding it together better than he does in some of the games. He’s going along with listening to Bowser’s monologue and trying to avoid saying anything that would upset him. 

Bowser’s motivations surprise me a bit just because it doesn’t seem to be related to kidnapping Peach at all—and, as we see, she definitely isn’t kidnapped (seems like Luigi is filling the damsel role instead). He just wants to rule the world. Pretty stereotypical for a movie, and not a new thing for Bowser by any means, but still interesting none the less that they didn’t go the classic mario route.

I assume the magic around Luigi is Kamek’s doing—the blue and pink color scheme and the fact that Kamek isone of the only major magic users at Bowser’s disposal (and the only one we know is in the movie thus far).

Bowser seems to think being a human (not a Homo Nintendonius or whatever) is significant enough that it’s part of the reason for why Mario and Luigi should know each other, so wherever this is, it’s likely not somewhere on Earth, or at least our Earth. So what does that mean for Peach? She’s human, right? How’d she get here?

I love every Toad in this shot! Their bowties are so cute. There are Peach’s advisor’s right?

Unsurprisingly, with how inconsistent Mario geography is, this looks like no existing world map from any of the games. Though that doesn’t mean there’s nothing of note!

We’ve got most of what looks like a classic set of world themes here;

Lava/Bowser’s Kingdom at the top. Not much to make out other than the grounded Castle that on the north side.

The Snow Kingdom, where the penguins were. Now taking on more of a Bowser-fitting appearance, only recognizable from the small sliver left open and the shape of the now-burnt castle. Is that actually what that kingdom looks like now? Bowser really left a mark.

The jungle kingdom. It looks like Bowser’s headed that way next. That temple looks very significant—the head looks like it could be a Koopa… or a Yoshi? Maybe that’s the new iteration of Yoshi’s Island? There’s only really on brief shot that shows anything that could be there, and it does only have Yoshis in it, so...

The one to the right of the mushroom Kingdom looks like the athletic/sky themed location. This one does get shown later, I’m pretty sure, in the scene with the Cheep Cheep near the end. Not much else to say.

Lastly, the Mushroom Kingdom. We all know the Mushroom Kingdom. Peach’s castle looks pretty standard, though the huge water feature behind it stands out quite a bit. The Mushroom Kingdom also seems quite sizable compared to the other kingdoms as well.

Notably, there seems to be a lack of space for a “Water Level” themed kingdom, unless the beach on the Jungle kingdom is meant to be that?

Is it a controversial take that I like Peach’s design a lot? It’s obviously re-stylized for the movie, but it still pretty close to looking like her! That’s her jumpsuit from the Kart games, right? Or at least something pretty close to it?

The paintings in the background obviously give 64 vibes, though I doubt they’ll be used in that way… maybe?

All the shots of the interior of Peach’s castle are very pretty, too. Love the color scheme a lot.

Toad’s weapon of choice being a frying pan is very funny. I wonder if they’ll give a reasoning for why this specific toad is relevant/unique.

The toads are wonderfully expressive! I’m falling in love with the animation style very fast. (Also look at the Green one’s face. Look at it.)

This. Is. So. Cool. It such a fun concept.

I wonder if they’ll bother to explain the whole “how does everything float” thing or if that’s just gonna be a part of the world.

This shot is also just really pretty. All of the location design is very faithful to the series, and manages to find a pretty damn good middle ground between all of the games without it seeming disjointed.

The gag in this scene is very Illumination-esque, but I’m not mad about it. At least it’s not toilet humor.

That courtyard is so pretty! It does kinda beg the question how anyone gets up or down from there easily, but that’s probably just a floating platform thing.

Toad Town (or at least, I assume it's Toad Town because it's in front of Peach's Castle) being up the front of the cliff is a very fun design for it too.

I couldn’t get a good shot of it, but the undersides of the mushrooms remind me of Super Show! which is not something I expected to get reminded of in this trailer.

Obsessed with this design. They kept the shape but managed to actually make it look like a flower instead of a plastic toy. Is that a whole field of them in the background? Are they native to a specific place?

That’s her 3D World fire flower design for sure. The transformation using the fire effect is very cool.

“There’s a huge universe out there. With a lot of galaxy. They’re all counting on us.” There’s no way this isn’t a reference to Galaxy. Is Bowser’s plan large-scale? The flying castle kinda fits with that, but Bowser’s castle being able to float isn’t exactly exclusive to that series.

It’s the bois!!!! Look at them!!!

Where is this?!?!?! It doesn’t really look like anything I’ve ever seen in a Mario title, except maybe Bowser’s Kingdom in Odyssey, but that’s clearly not what it is.

The ‘tubes’ look very similar to Kamek’s magic from earlier…

The fact that this is shown during the “Whole Universe” quote does feel like it’s significant too.

DK joins them at some point. Was that why they were competing in the first scene?

As far as I can tell with all the Kart-focused shots, all the other riders are also Kongs. I was hoping I’d be able to spot some other cameos, but unfortunately not.

Final Thoughts

First, I’ve gotta quickly address Mario’s voice, and… I honestly hate it less than I did in the first trailer? I think? Maybe I’m just getting used to it. It kinda doesn’t even sound like Chris Pratt in some of the scenes, plus we do get some more classic Mario lines (“Wahoo!” and “Let’s’a Go!”). He’s far more expressive than he was in the first trailer.

Obviously, it’s still not quite Mario, but in the context of the other voices, it honestly kinda fits. (I’d still rather it not be Chris Pratt at all, of course, but I’m starting to think the clips they gave of his lines in the first trailer we’re just unfortunate choices.)

Past that, I honestly think this looks super good. The small references, all the details, it all gives me faith that Shigeru managed to shake something good out of Illumination. It really does seem like they’ve put a whole lot of care into making the story interesting without it just being the Standard Mario Package™, especially with the bits and pieces from various games (Classic Donkey Kong’s level design, Karts from Mario Kart, etc… there’s even a shot with the turn-blocks that replace bricks in Super Mario World!). The animation, the voice acting, it all seems amazing.

April 7th can’t come soon enough.