#st. shelter lars x you

[sundaynie]

𝐚𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐞𝐲𝐞𝐬 | 𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐫𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐜𝐡

pairing | st. shelter!lars x mc

genre | fluff

summary | mc mulls over her first day at harp island

author’s note | it’s been a week since i started playing lovebrush chronicles and i am obsessed y’all. here’s a short, fluffy drabble dedicated lars rorschach bc that man owns me now !! (work cross-posted from my ao3 account)

His eyes remind you of the Mediterranean Sea.

A delicate blend of pale blue and subtle green hues. It's a little warmer in tone, fittingly enough. His oddly benevolent gaze resembles pools of aqua, with streaks of turquoise in his irises emulating the soft ebbs and flows of water.

I could drown in them, you think.

Waves of azure blue intermingling with seafoam green to create the most stunning shade of aquamarine.

I would like to, you muse.

A yawn escapes your lips as you prepare for bed. It’s well into nighttime now, just approaching 11pm. You’ve changed into your pyjamas after finishing your usual evening routine— a scorching hot, full-body shower and your ever-so-elaborate skincare routine.

Eyes shifting to your suitcase by the door, you’re glad you didn’t need to unpack your belongings. Your stay at this dorm is a provisional one since you’ll be moving out in the morning and into the off-campus housing that your guardian, Cael, had arranged for you.

Tucked snugly into bed, the journey from your hometown to the small island occupies your thoughts. It had been an exhaustingly arduous overnight trip and with your seasickness rendering you bedridden for most of the time you were aboard the cruise ship, you were thankful for your mentor to have accompanied you.

You hadn’t anticipated your arrival at Harp Island to be an overwhelming one. Your first day for orientation, sure. But stepping foot on the official campus grounds of St. Shelter Academia and meeting so many people all at once was beyond what you had prepared for.

Their faces and names are all a Gaussian blur in your head. The fatigue of travelling and having to assimilate to your surroundings so soon finally catches up to you as you sink into the bed of your temporary accommodation.

It had been a long journey but you were glad to be here, at last.

You turn over, gently resting your cheek against your palm, vivid blue-green eyes flashing in your mind.

Lars Rorschach.

You ponder the possibility of encountering him again. Given his status as one of the academy's key investors, crossing paths with him seemed highly probable. You mull over the extent of his connections within St. Shelter and wonder how far-rooted his relations are with the academy. His familiarity with Cael suggests they were well acquainted, evident in the way they spoke to each other.

It would make sense if he was a former student.

You speculate on the academic path he might have pursued at the academy, envisioning a business-related course, given his role as the CEO of Feinz Group, a thriving multi-billion dollar enterprise. You picture him as someone who was a well-known figure on campus, he is charismatic enough, after all.

Not to mention devastatingly handsome.

With his towering stature and golden hair, sharp nose and chiselled jawline.

Amidst all his striking features, it was his eyes that captivated you the most.

You find yourself wondering if they change colour, refracting and reflecting under different lighting.

Were they blue most days? Or did they lean towards green?

The memory of his eyes sparkling as he openly praised In Passing, blissfully unaware of your identity as the author of the manga, replays in your mind.

"I really like this artist. I hope to get her autograph one day."

His remark was sincere, with all the enthusiasm of an easily excitable golden retriever.

A small smile unknowingly graces your lips as you slowly drift off to sleep, dreaming of aquamarine eyes.

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end note | i already have like 917279645883624 lars fics + drabbles lined up so watch this space lol

[coolinaustin]

SX Shortlist: Free Party Highlights for Wednesday, March 15

Here are our picks of the best free parties for Wednesday! If you’ve been slacking on your RSVPs, make sure to check out our full list of recommendations for the week on the SXSW tab at the top of this page. Hit us up on Twitter for even more updates from the field, and check back for party highlights each day of the fest. Have fun out there!

Now that Music is in full swing, make sure to check out detailed band lineups each day at Showlist Austin and Mxdwn. The folks at Keegan’s List, FSG, ATX Concert, and OpenBarATX have the scoop on all the free parties.

Independence & Lagunitas Present Austin BugOut 11am-5pm • Scoot Inn, 1308 East 4th St. • RSVP required Complimentary beer and bands at a cool eastside venue. Today’s artists include Sylvan Esso, Bleached, Hippo Campus, Paul Thorn & The McCrary Sisters, and The Shelters. The line to get in will definitely stack up, so you know what to do. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/independence-lagunitas-present-austin-bugout-tickets-29996683889

NoiseTrade & PledgeMusic Present: The CLIF Bar Bash 11:30am-6pm • The Blackheart, 86 Rainey Street • RSVP requested Nice little two-day music bash in a cozy venue on Rainey. Today’s artists include Jeremy Messersmith, The Dig, White Reaper, Adam Torres, The Secret Sisters, and many others. http://2017.do512.com/theclifbarbashdaytwo2017

Dream House ATX Presents: Tell Me I Can't: A Badass Backyard Show Noon–10pm • 1172 Angelina St. • No RSVP! Free Tito's Vodka, Lone Star Beer, Lone Pint Brewery, Kickin' Kombucha, and Topo Chico Agua Mineral. And free tacos! http://2017.do512.com/tellmeicant2017

Splendour in the Grass + Falls Festival SXSW Party 2017 Noon–6pm • The Sidewinder, 715 Red River St. • No RSVP! This should be a good one – we especially love the Aussie acts, Hockey Dad (1pm) and Tkay Maidza (4pm). https://www.facebook.com/events/1447377901941967/

Melogold & The Circus on the Moon Present: The House Party Noon–11pm • 1608 E. 4th St. (between Comal + Concho) • RSVP requested Free Tito's Vodka while it lasts. Music by a bunch of crazy characters including our old pal Terror Pigeon. http://2017.do512.com/thehouseparty2017

TuneIn Studios: Live Daytime Broadcasts + Happy Hour Noon–6pm • Easy Tiger, 709 E. 6th St. • RSVP required Live podcast recordings. Happy Hour from 4-6pm with free beer and food. http://2017.do512.com/tuneindayone2017

Power to the People: Official SXSW Party with ESPN's Chris Fowler 1-5pm • Chateau Bellevue, 708 San Antonio St. • RSVP required Open bar, free food, and swag. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/power-to-the-people-official-sxsw-party-with-espns-chris-fowler-tickets-32296224878

Mazda Studio at Empire: Stereogum Day Party Noon–5pm • Empire Control Room, 606 East 7th St. • RSVP required Music by Tkay Maidza (1pm) Hand Habits (2pm), Jamila Woods (3pm), and New Pornographers (4pm). https://mazdastudio.splashthat.com/

South By San Jose Noon-? • Hotel San Jose, 1316 S. Congress Ave. • No RSVP! Today’s lineup: Barbara Lynn, Sara Watkins, Chastity Belt, Allison Crutchfield, Jay Som, The Dove and The Wolf, and Emily Gimble. http://www.sanjosehotel.com/events/south-x-san-jose/

The Bay Area Showcase, Presented by Balanced Breakfast Noon-6pm • Jackalope, 404 E. 6th St. • RSVP requested Bands n’ beers (which may be free if you catch them at the right time, if previous years are any indication). Today’s performers include MC LARS, Planet Booty, Everyone is Dirty, and others. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-bay-area-showcase-day-1-presented-by-balanced-breakfast-during-sxsw-tickets-31187392330

Waterloo Records Day Party Noon–6pm • Waterloo Records, 6th and Lamar • No RSVP! Four-day event with free parking lot shows and autograph signings. Today we’ve got Hurray for the Riff Raff (noon), Robyn Hitchcock & Emma Swift (2pm), Modern English (3pm), Gabriel Garzon Montano (4pm), Jo Jo (5pm), and Nick Grant (6pm). http://2017.do512.com/waterloorecordsdaypartydayone2017

House of Vans: Wonderful Union and Sound on Sound Fest present: Eventbrite Venue SXSW Launch Party Noon–6pm • Mohawk, 912 Red River St. • No RSVP required for day shows (nights are badge-only) Ever-popular day show with standouts including The Octopus Project (12:30pm), Black Lips (3:30pm), and Frankie Rose (5pm). It’ll hit capacity by the time Black Lips go on, so plan accordingly. http://www.vans.com/house-of-vans/event-detail/hov-sxsw.html

Feed The Beat, presented by Taco Bell and Culture Collide Noon-2am • Lustre Pearl, 97 Rainey St. • RSVP required Probably some free tacos. Bands include Maybird (1pm), The Big Moon (2pm), Mondo Cozmo (3pm), San Fermin (4pm), Jay Som (5pm), and Lewis Del Mar (6pm). Night shows will likely be badge-only. http://www.culturecollide.com/feedthebeat

AdHoc Unofficial SxSW Showcase Noon–6pm • Cheer Up Charlie's, 900 Red River St. • RSVP requested Music by Girlpool, Merchandise, Aldous Harding, Forth Wanderers, Pill, Tim Darcy, Snail Mail, Tredici Bacci, Jay Som, Flasher, Palm, and Lomelda. https://www.ticketfly.com/purchase/event/1441657

Dr. Martens Presents COLLiDE @ Container Bar Noon–7pm • Container Bar, 90 Rainey St. • RSVP required Three days of music. Today’s day show artists include Benjamin Booker, Nick Waterhouse, The Regrettes, Diamond Thug, Rolling Blackouts Coastal Fever, and Diet Cig. The night party is badge-only. http://www.culturecollide.com/containerbar2017

Dutch Impact Party SXSW 2017 Noon-8:30pm • Swan Dive, 615 Red River St. • RSVP requested Afternoon showcase with some cool Dutch bands. Badges/wristbands get priority entry. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dutch-impact-party-sxsw-2017-tickets-32008793162

UO Live in Austin Noon–8pm • Space 24 Twenty / Urban Outfitters, 2420 Guadalupe St. • No RSVP! Urban Outfitters always lands some fun buzzy lineups at these shows north of downtown on the UT Drag. Today’s slate features Hoops (noon), Slow Dancer (1pm), Savoy Motel (2pm), Diet Cig (3pm), Alex Cameron (4pm), Minus the Bear (5pm), and Kodie Shane (7pm). http://www.uospaces.com/24twenty/en/austin-tx

Get Buzzzed Noon–11pm • Brew Exchange, 706 West 6th St. • RSVP requested Four days of up-and-coming bands. For VIP entry, click “Have a password?” and use the password BB2017. Some highlights today include Birthday (3pm) and Her’s (3:30pm). https://nightout.com/events/get-buzzzed-2017-sxsw/tickets

Pandora at SXSW 2017 1–6pm / 8pm–midnight • Gatsby, 708 E. 6th St. • RSVP required Today’s afternoon lineup includes Low Cut Connie, The Lemon Twigs, Ocean Park Standoff, and The Drums. The night shows are almost always badge/wristband-only — tonight’s performers include Jain, Missio, A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie, Lewis Del Mar, Jimmy Eat World. http://pandorasxsw2017.splashthat.com/Social

StubHub Live: Sound Stage @ SXSW 1–7pm / 8pm–1am • Bangers, 79 Rainey St. • RSVP required Three days of good bands at the largest of the Rainey Street venues. Day show acts include Sundara Karma (2pm), Alex Lahey (3pm), Dams of the West (4pm), The Shelters (5pm), and Mondo Cozmo (6pm). Night shows are usually badge-only; tonight’s headliner is Sleigh Bells. http://www.culturecollide.com/stubhub2017

COLLiDE at Bar 96 Presented by TWIX 1–7pm / 8:30pm-midnight • Bar 96, 96 Rainey St. • RSVP required Afternoon performances by Ten Tonnes, Smoke Season, Yoke Lore, Kweku Collins, and Bridgit Mendler.  Night show will likely be badge-only, with acts including BANKS, San Fermin, and Lillie Mae. http://www.culturecollide.com/twix2017

British Music Embassy 2–6pm • Latitude 30, 512 San Jacinto Blvd. • RSVP required Fun vibes, eclectic lineups, and occasional free drinks make this four-day event one of our favorites each year. Badges get priority but it’s usually pretty easy to get in if you RSVP. http://www.ticketweb.com/event/british-music-sxsw-presents-latitude-30-tickets/7231565?pl=sxsw17

“I’m Dying Up Here” at The Showtime House, presented by Culture Collide 2pm–midnight • Clive Bar, 609 Davis St. • RSVP requested Music by Bleached, The Relationship, The Wild Reeds, and others. http://www.culturecollide.com/iduh

Cigar City Management presents Nochebuena SXSW 2017 Party 3pm-2am • Stay Gold, 1910 E Cesar Chavez St. • RSVP requested “15 bands, 11 hours, a lot of drinks.” This one should be a good afternoon and late-night option with highlights including The Undercover Dream Lovers (4:15pm), High Waisted (5pm), and Hockey Dad (6:30pm). http://www.cigarcitymanagement.com/sxsw/

Recharge Oasis | Investing in Startups Cocktail Hour 4-6pm • WeWork Congress, 600 Congress, 16th Floor Terrace • RSVP required Rooftop happy hour with cocktails. https://investinginstartupscocktailhou.splashthat.com/

Local & Vocal 4-11pm • Zen Fit, 2200 E. 7th St. • RSVP requested Free drinks and music by Austin bands and DJs. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/local-vocal-tickets-32300005185

Celebration By Beardbrand 6-11pm • Rattle Inn, 610 Nueces St. • RSVP requested “Killer bands, cool people and giveaways.” Get your face rocked by Austin’s own A Giant Dog. http://2017.do512.com/cxbb2017

The Scoot Inn Presents … 6:30pm–midnight • Scoot Inn, 1308 East 4th St. • RSVP requested Music by The Dig (7pm), Ecstatic Vision (8), Pinact (9), Kolars (10), and Broncho (11pm). http://2017.do512.com/thescootinnpresents2017

[sundaynie]

my personal headcanon for lovebrush chronicles’ lars rorschach: 🦀🔬🐠🥼🐬🧪⚗️🪸

so we know that lars is the ceo of feinz group but i don’t think he actually studied business at st. shelter academia. instead, i think he would have taken the marine biology course bc of his love for the ocean (and also nonexistent mermaids lol). he’s canonically a ‘rich environmentalist’ as mc puts it so it would make sense that he knows about sea pollution and coral reef degradation since he studied geological oceanography and marine organisms. &&& lars would definitely be a science guy imo, he’s more than smart enough!! like you can’t be the ceo of a multi-million enterprise and not be mentally astute, right?? a real nerd who reads up on news regarding maritime developments and geek out about random facts about the ocean.

MARINE BIOLOGY STUDENT!LARS RORSCHACH

(and now i really wanna write a multi-chapter fic au where lars is a student studying marine biology at st. shelter 🧑🏼‍🎓📚🔬)

[sundaynie]

spoiler free !!

no but professional and business-oriented lars going straight out of the window whenever MC is involved is just too ?? damn precious ?? he genuinely makes time for MC, is willing to drop anything and everything for her. she’s an exception to every rule in his book and i just ?? adore him with all my heart AAAAHHHHH

[sundaynie]

lars “my little painter” rorschach everyoneee 😭😭

he is my heaven, my love, my muse <3

[sundaynie]

lars’ new years greeting in after-class date I JUST—🥹🫶🏼

HAPPY NEW YEAR INDEED ✨ (2024 is already looking up thanks to the loml 👆🏼👆🏼)

[sundaynie]

nooo, he’s sick !! let me take care of you baby 🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺

lars is so fckin sweet it’s making my teeth rot omg