#that but it's your soul as a moth following Foul Legacy

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Hello hello idea brainfluff times

Covering mothman in moths. I don't know why brain has decided this, but those little night-butterflies are very attached to him. I can also see the resident mothman being very, very careful with the moths, due to how fragile they are. Just- awwww <3

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MOTHMAN COVERED IN MOTHS.... MOTHCEPTION :O

they're probably attached because he's so sparkly!!! his eye glows beautifully in the dark and his wings are speckled with glittery stars- it's no wonder the moths like perching on him!! Foul Legacy's so confused when they start hovering around him, sitting on the floor and holding up his hands so he can't hurt any of the delicate insects. you're trying to not laugh and squeal at the same time, because the sight of Childe silently fretting over moths landing on him is ADORABLE (there's one perched on the very tip of one of his horns, happily fluttering its wings without a care in the world)

you sit beside him and a few moths curiously flit over to you, landing on your fingers, and you bring them up to Foul Legacy's eye so he can see them up close. his head tilts, just barely, still scared of harming the little creatures, and a smile spreads across your face

"They remind me of you- soft and cute" you say, a teasing lilt in your voice. Childe blushes, already-crimson mask darkening even further as he watches you gently pet the moth's wings, akin to how you run your fingers over his own. with an affectionate hum you place the moth on his shoulder and plant a kiss on Foul Legacy's forehead, grinning mischievously as he stutters and yelps, unable to move with the sleeping moths littering his hands and fluff

the insects flutter slightly at your laughter, but stay put, for even they can sense the content happiness between a human and an Abyss monster

[that-foul-legacy-lover]

okay so moths like light, yeah?

Imagine Foul Legacy Childe being incredibly fascinated by the fire from a candle (or perhaps your vision?), head turning to follow it as you move the little flame in various patterns. You'll have to kiss it better when he inevitably burns himself attempting to grab the enticing shiny thing, but you can't be too angry with him when he looks so betrayed by the now-snuffed-out wax candle.

OH THIS IS SO CUTE MY MOON AND STARS

in winter since it gets dark earlier you often light candles for extra visibility around the house, and Childe is absolutely FASCINATED by them. yes, he had them back in Snezhnaya, but his memories of the frost-covered nations are muddled and hazy- he remembers the endless darkness of the Abyss more, which just makes the flickering flames you set out even more lovely in his eyes. they represent you, in a way- warm, gentle, his new home- and you always smile when he tilts his head to keep his eye on the candle. you also have to bite your tongue to keep from laughing when he straight up attempts to bat at the flame, letting out a yelp when it burns his claws. and he DEFINITELY pouts when you're tending to the wound- he knows fire hurts!! but it was just so pretty and shiny that he couldn't resist!! now his hand hurts, kiss it better please? and you always do, which makes Childe secretly contemplate if it's worth it to keep playing with your candles

if the light comes from your Vision, however... Childe does his absolute best to NOT touch it, since Visions are part of one's soul and being, and he doesn't want to startle you by grabbing it. he still watches it whenever you pass, the steady glow making him purr happily, as it means you're healthy and thriving. one day you actually catch him staring at the Vision and playfully ask if he's about to bat it (to which he squeaks and hides his face, embarrassed) to Childe's surprise, you simply hold his hand and drop your Vision into his claws, telling him to be careful. and careful he is, admiring its shine in awe before pressing it gently to his chest, tugging you closer so you're nestled right beside it. he gives it back to you, opting to snuggle you instead as your Vision gleams in tandem with his- happy, healthy, safe

[that-foul-legacy-lover]

The tag rambles in (the post about moth/dead!us fluttering around Foul Legacy) have given me even more random angsty ideas hehehe

Also, for a bit of size context, I personally would see us as an Atlas Moth (they're very pretty, just like everyone here <3).

"in an alternate universe Childe vanished and a sparkly moth started following you around" Ack okay but the simultaneous misery and nostalgia at getting a mini version of the big moth that we love so much. Honestly, I think that prospect would just break us, so here's a few ideas and whatnot: - Underside of the moth's wings would be sparkly, while the topside would probably be some sort of dark purple. - Antennae that look like Legacy's horns <3 <3 - Literal-moth moth would probably try to stick around our hands as much as possible - Unfortunately, we can't pet him like we could when he was mothman. Because, y'know, fragile creature and all that.

"ohhh if the moth gets hurt (because it's so easy for them to get hurt) Foul Legacy starts sobbing" - Moths can't fly again if a wing breaks, unfortunately ;-; - Frankly, I can indeed see Foul Legacy just end up sobbing at a wing of ours being broken (ooo that's a new idea, maybe I'll touch it later...) - Us, with a broken wing, crawling over and around both his claws and mask, also maybe nestling in his fur(hair)? - Uncertain if a soul moth (as I'm gonna call us) needs nutrients like a regular moth. However, if we do, then Foul Legacy may just stop by forests or something frequently in order to keep as as healthy as we can be <3



~ :D Anon (Sorry it took me so long, was busy with tests ehe)

Note: I removed the link, hopefully it'll send this time? If it does, then woop-

aaaa yeah tumblr asks can be very VERY finicky especially on anon for some reason??? once i tried to send one in and it wouldn't let me because i had too many commas, tsk tsk!!! (original ask here <33)

Foul Legacy little moth: !!!! oh my goodness imagine you're in that state where you're trying so hard to cling onto hope, trying so hard to seem fine so you don't worry your friends and family- and it seems like the little moth that started following you everywhere only helps you heal, or at least people think it should since it's a constant, comforting presence

but the moth knows the truth- it knows how you sometimes break down when you're alone in your room, no matter how happy you try to seem during the day. it knows how you cry into your hands, your sobs of "where could he be?" as you despair over your lost Abyssal monster, your missing Foul Legacy

the little moth can only perch on your fingers, fuzzy antennae waving in your face like it's trying to wipe away your tears, and despite your sadness you still find the energy to cup your friend in your hands and smile wearily- just as kind as Childe remembers

you little moth: Foul Legacy will break if his tiny moth companion gets hurt- even more so if it was by him, even on accident. his talons and armor is sharp, deadly to something so small and delicate, and he cradles the moth in his hands and weeps. the little insect flicks its antennae, almost as if it's trying to reassure him, but all he can see is the rip in the poor thing's wing

he doesn't know the moth is you, intent on keeping him company even after death- he simply knows that it feels familiar, that the creature is dear to him and someone to be treasured, for when else will a moth willingly become friends with a beast? he swears you keep you safe from now on, allowing you to snuggle into his fluff or hair, away from his claws and teeth. occasionally you'll go and perch on one of his horns, happily enjoying the breeze that you can't fly in anymore, at least not as well

on particularly peaceful days he tentatively allows you to sit on one of his claws, basking in the sun and looking awfully proud of yourself despite being a moth. you flutter your wings and he flutters his back, and Legacy can see you happily waving your antennae in the air

at those moments, Childe knows peace