#vy thoughts

[itadorysss]

guyss i am sorry I’ve been so inactive recently! I’ve been enjoying my free time way too much 😭 but i am still here and always ready to yap with you guys 😭🩷🩷

[merakiui]

maybe it's just his color palette and height,,, but thinking about orca mer skully.......... very friendly orca who is always eager to please, listening to every command you give him, so expressive and playful, very outgoing with the trainers. he loves working alongside you, receiving your praise or treats for a job well done. he never thinks much of his loneliness in captivity because the moment he sees you all depressing thoughts vanish. :D he adores you.

but skully doesn't quite know the boundaries between humans and whales. doesn't understand that humans are fragile creatures who break easily. doesn't realize just how big and strong he is compared to you. his idea of play is different from yours.

there have been numerous times where he's dragged you into the water and just,,, held you there. he forgets you need to breathe, so sometimes you're held underwater alarmingly close to the mark. it's not aggressive or predatory (though it seemed so the first few times). he just likes holding you in his arms, likes pulling you under to admire you and drown out the surface and its influences, loves to see you in his habitat. he's a very affectionate mer, but sometimes the way he expresses it is dangerous or potentially harmful to you.

he doesn't want to let you go, and if it were up to him he'd keep you down there and drag you around so you can always be with him. but he likes it when you talk to him, when you pat his head, when you feed him fish, and so he releases you and you're pulled back onto the ledge while nets are tossed in to keep him separated from you. and the rest of the humans flock around you to assess your well-being.

no one understands his love for you. no one understands him. no one except you. he can drown and maul dozens of trainers before someone finally starts to realize his agitation runs deeper than just situational discontent.

it's never his intention to hurt you. if he ever did, he'd be so devastated. >_< he'd condemn himself to a corner in his enclosure and rot there for however long you're out on account of recovery. a lot of the trainers are uneasy around him and don't like working with him, so no matter how many times you're faced with death you get back in the water with him because no one else is willing to.

and skully's mood is always brighter when you're around. :)

but then it's also fun to imagine him as a deep-sea mer of some sort. perhaps a lanternfish mer..........

[dirtytransmasc]

cw - minor vent/irl grief

[jarwithdragonteeth]

in some rococo attire.

[kopykunoichi]

Elias, Chise, and Ruth (Part 2)

Part 1 Here

In chapter thirteen, we discover that while Chise and Ruth have been further bonding and Ruth is settling in, Elias went straight to his room and hasn’t emerged for three entire days. He’s not eating or interacting with anyone. Ruth believes it might have something to do with Elias changing forms, because it draws a lot of energy…but as a newly awakened fae, he doesn’t have much knowledge of the subject. He encourages her to just go into Elias’ room and ask him, but she can’t go through with it. 

Chise’s worry over Elias is beginning to eat at her so much that Silver Lady gives her an allowance and kicks her out of the house with Ruth. They run into Angie, who is visiting from London to check on Chise. They have a good conversation where Chise learns some valuable information (such as the actual definition of magic). Later, they talk about Elias, and Chise admits that she doesn’t want to do things to upset him for fear of him kicking her out. Angie points out that it sounds like there’s some codependency going on there, and that even though Elias bought her, Chise doesn’t need to be tethered to him all her life. Chise slams her fist on the brick wall next to them, and then apologizes for her overreaction. Angie apologizes too, and says she was probably out of line. 

Internally, Chise reflects that she’s not being fair. She thinks to herself, “I’m relying on someone who doesn’t much care for me one way or another…telling myself I don’t care if he abandons me…while being terrified that someday he will.”

Elias is hiding out in his bedroom, literally unable to hold himself together because his feelings for her are so strong, and she’s over here thinking he doesn’t really care about her.

After parting ways with Angie, Chise gathers her courage and goes to Elias’ room. When he doesn’t answer her, she opens the door and walks in. Ruth is right next to her about to follow her, when Elias shoots across the room and slams the door in Ruth’s face, knocking Chise down. Elias, who was so keen on Chise getting a familiar, now wants nothing more than to get her away from her familiar. 

While Ruth is outside the door scratching to get in, Elias hovers over her and apologizes. He tells her he’s having trouble keeping his form stable. Even though he knows he must be frightening to her like that, he asks her to stay with him in his room. She makes him promise to explain everything to her in the morning. She goes and sits with him on his bed, his body wrapped around her. She observes how everything about him looks monstrous, as she touches his face. He pulls her against his chest, holding her tightly. She believes she’s not afraid because she was cursed by her mother right before she died. 

Chapter fourteen begins with Chise asleep in Elias’ bed, his massive hand covering her chest and throat, though he’s not squeezing. His jaws are wide open over her entire head, and drool is dripping from between his teeth. The fae soul inside him very much wants to eat Chise. Hours later, Chise has a dream about her mother choking her and wakes up alone in his bed. He left a note on the nightstand saying he’d be back in the evening. 

She and Ruth immediately go out looking for him. As they search, Ruth, in his human form, casually remarks that Chise loves Elias, which shocks Chise. She admits she likes him, but Ruth points out that she’s anxious when he’s gone and she worries about him. He reassures her that it’s a good thing to love someone other than yourself and to have someone to protect and protect you in turn. He loved Isabel (as a sister), as he loves Chise now. Chise wishes aloud that it was that easy, to which Ruth gives her a frustrated look and notes her stubborn streak.

A short time later, they come across an elderly man named Joel tending his garden, along with a leannan sidhe who is strangely not feeding off him. Ruth goes on to look for Elias, telling Chise to stay behind because she hasn’t slept well in days and it’s showing. She has tea with Joel, who asks where her friend went. She clarifies that he’s her brother, reinforcing the understanding of the reader that there is nothing romantic about her love for Ruth. 

Chise agrees to read the short story that Joel wrote, observing that it’s sweet, but not at all influenced by the leannan sidhe’s magic. The fae tells her how she met Joel right after eating her last lover. Even though he wasn’t her type, she was drawn to him and their eyes met once, just for a moment. She doesn’t give him her inspiration, nor does she feed off him. She simply wants to be with him forever until he dies. She asks Chise what she thinks that means. 

Later, as she’s leaving, Chise says to her, “Those strange feelings you have? I think it’s probably–” The fae silences her with a kiss, telling her, “That’s not the answer I want to hear. For my kind, to “love” a human means eating them. So no, I do not love him.” For the leannan sidhe, and fae in general, to love means to want to consume. This is why we later see Chise “paying” fae by allowing them to drink her blood in exchange for information. Even Elias makes a point to lick her wounds; I suspect not only to help heal them, but because the fae soul in him wants to eat her. 

The fae soul within Elias loves Chise, expressing that love as ravenous hunger, possessiveness, and jealousy…as fae do. But the human soul in him is fighting those dark urges and wrestles down that instinct, which is why he retreated to the woods when he felt compelled to devour her the previous night. When Elias is having trouble maintaining his form, it is literally an outside picture of the war being waged between his fae soul and his human soul. When Chise bound herself to another fae, the fae soul within him reacted strongly to that, and started to take over. But contrary to what Alice believes, Elias’ human side is stronger than his monster side, and he has been beating it down into submission for hundreds - if not thousands - of years. 

When Chise leaves Joel’s house, she reflects on her own feelings, telling herself, “Seeing as I only know how to think about myself, I guess I don’t really have any right to talk about love.”

Cue Ruth telepathically letting her know where Elias is and she immediately goes running after this guy who she supposes she just likes. When she finds him, she breaks down, asking him questions about himself and lamenting the fact that he won’t answer them. She admits that she’s selfish, but that doesn’t mean she doesn’t care. She doesn’t want to stay ignorant forever. 

Elias is very surprised to see her emoting this way. He’s never seen her so worked up before - except when she got angry at Josef for wanting to use Ruth as an experiment. He explains to her that the balance of his form gave way, claiming that when he transformed at the church so suddenly, it knocked a few things out of whack. He says it’s because he hadn’t taken that form in so long, he’d forgotten how to maintain it. Chise realizes that some of what he’s saying is true and some of it isn’t. She senses that he’s telling her a half-truth, as Renfred accused him of the first time she met him. 

And he is. The reason he had trouble maintaining his form is because his fae side was so overcome with jealousy over her bond with Ruth that it overpowered his human side for four days straight. But there’s no way he’s going to tell her that. His human soul can accept Ruth’s presence and their bond, even if he doesn’t like it. He’s horrible at recognizing emotions and relationship dynamics, but perhaps his human side was able to reason that the pros of Ruth outweighed the cons. And besides, there’s nothing he can do about it anyway, the deed is done. If he’s still going to make Chise his bride, Ruth is going to be a package deal.

Elias asks Chise for a little more time to organize his thoughts before he tells her about himself. She reluctantly agrees, though she’s a little pouty afterward. With the human soul in the driver’s seat again, Elias asks if she’s angry with him. She denies it, but he keeps questioning her about yet another odd expression on her face. This is their first “fight” as a couple, and it’s actually a really good thing, because we see Chise beginning to push back against him and not let him dictate all the boundaries of the relationship. She wants to know more about him, but he’s afraid to let her see the whole of him. He only wants her to experience his humanity, not his fae traits. But the layers are starting to be peeled back, one at a time. 

This isn’t his last struggle with his fae side’s jealous streak that nearly costs Chise her life, but the pattern is very clear. When the inhuman soul within him feels that his relationship with Chise is being threatened, he gets much more aggressive and overpowers the human soul. His morals go out the window. His possessiveness and urge to eat her is very strong at these times, but we are supposed to understand from Chise’s encounter with the leannan sidhe, that even that is the result of him loving her. The fae can’t seem to love in healthy ways like humans are capable of. I can’t think of a single healthy romantic relationship between a fae and anyone else in this story. Still, we see that both sides of him love her after their own fashion.

But the implication of this is clear: only Elias’ human side is capable of loving Chise in a way that is good for her in the long run. Fae are inherently selfish. So, if they are ever to be together, the human side of him has to be the one that wins out over the “monster” side. Luckily, the human soul is also accompanied by the animal souls that went into his creation. As we see with Ruth, animal souls are more than capable of forming strong, healthy, loving bonds. 

We see that Elias is at war with himself all throughout the story, trying desperately to keep the darkness in himself under wraps. We’re reminded over and over again that fae, while certainly not always antagonists, can never fully be trusted. Elias understands this better than anyone, which is why he’s yearning for and working toward his humanity. He can’t change the darkness inside himself, and he can’t always suppress it, either. But if he can accept and love himself as he is, he should be able to maintain balance and keep it in check. 

As his relationship with Chise grows deeper and they do commit themselves to each other, we see him getting better at this. The next chapter of their lives at the college shows how his heart is beginning to grow, and his capacity to love others is also growing. Even though there is less time spent focusing on his relationship with Chise, they are both putting in the work to love others selflessly. These are skills that must be achieved in order to have a healthy relationship with each other. We also see how much Elias comes to love Ruth, and vice versa. They aren’t just two males tied together by their mutual love for one young woman (one romantic and one brotherly)...but they develop a respect and affection for each other as individuals. 

One of my favorite panels is this one picture of Ruth, completely relaxed in a very vulnerable position belly up, snuggled in between Chise and Elias in his bed. It’s such a nostalgic image for me. My own good boy used to love to jump up on the bed and squeeze himself in between mommy and daddy, exactly like that. Not a care in the world - he just wanted to be touching his favorite people…to love and be loved, to protect and be protected. Ruth may have provoked the fae side of Elias to jealousy, but he’s instrumental in helping to heal and grow Elias’ human soul. After all, unconditional love is what dogs do best.

[vintagegoddess12]

Whatever you do, don’t think about the pain that Agatha’s been holding on for centuries from her mother…

Evanora, who chose the responsibility of her position and title. Evanora, who tied her to a stake and be the Witch Mother the coven needs, not the the mother to her daughter.

From her love…

Rio, who chose to take and keep her son from her. Rio, who chose not to go against the natural order of things for her, the personification of death and not the partner that loves her.

From knowing they can’t choose her but hoping that there is a universe that they would. So she doesn’t have to be alone and grieving mother.

[stagefoureddiediaz]

It appears Eddie has a new watch in the goodbye in the rain scene and I’ve been going feral about it since the scene dropped - I have a super long meta post about it that I’m trying to get finished before 8b comes back, but I just couldn’t keep it to myself anymore!!

It is not the Christopher watch or his black work watch - as you can see it’s a black strap with a silver face - and the videos bear this up it’s not just the lighting in this screen grab!!

So yeah a new watch for Eddie in combination with his emotionally interesting and vulnerable place black singlet has me screaming at the moon!!

[wonderlandhour]

Tidbit for the next chapter of my twist fic!

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Ash, jumping when she spots Malleus less than a few feet away from her: holy shit! *Malleus catches her when she almost falls off the porch* OH MY GOD YOURE REAL?!

Malleus, confused: of course I am real, why would I not be?

Ash, bright red, questioning several things: all be honest, the first time we met I thought I hallucinated you.

Malleus: why in the world would you think that?

Ash: uuhhhhh . . . Cause I didn't think some that someone as gorgeous as you could possibly be real??? *a bit scared for offending this very pretty stranger*

Malleus, liking this odd human more and more: oh? I don't believe I've ever had a compliment like that before. I thank you for it. Might I have you name?

Ash, bluescreening and on autopilot because why is he getting closer?!?!: only if you promise not to steal it?

Malleus, now intending to see how far he can go with this new plaything: if you give it to me, would it not be mine to take?

Ash, still not fully present: you can have the name I hate??

Malleus, ears flicking a bit with excitment and a bit of glee: I will agree to that.

[sjofn-lofnsdottr]

16 Is there any memes or running jokes associated with the character, both in- and out of universe?

Hmm.

In-universe, I think the closest to a running joke Dusk's friends have about him is how any time he does anything to help anyone, there's a good chance it's going to escalate into something far more important than anyone expected. And let's be honest: the Warrior of Light comes by that expectation honestly after a while.

OUT of universe ...

The vampire jokes are unending! I find it pretty funny that Dusk being a vampire is either the worst kept secret OR the most widespread baseless conspiracy theory in my various internet groups, and it really makes me reluctant to confirm or deny anything for real. <3

The other running joke is that whenever Dusk looks kind of blank in his cutscenes, it's because he hears the Wii theme, and it's distracted him.

I can't really blame them.

Thank you for the ask!

[writer-and-artist27]

A friendly dedication to @partialdignity, @lunarimpact, @avicebro, @hanatatami, @crescentialee, @magicallygrimmwiccan, @langwrites, @abalisk, and @windwardstar has to be said here, because after the last week since the previous fanfic update (back on 3/5/25 too, huh) on the story, been through the ringer mentally and physically. They all offered kind encouragement when I originally had none to give to myself. To be completely honest, when still stuck in a dark corner, I'm grateful.

And when struggling in real life with work enemies and my own personal demons, it felt nice to go back to a dream, even in writing.

AO3 link here. OST Playlist also here, with the two new songs included.

[itadorysss]

guess my age?

so i once again got curious, if my age wasn’t in my bio or my introduction, how old would yall think that I am? I’ve gotten some mixed answers to this so now i am interested to see what yall think, just based on my writing and how i act

[liamrrys]

vfv!ballet&theatre au headcanons !! pt. 1 — Conservatoire Dramatique du Château de Versailles. (CDCV)

the cdcv is a prestigious dramatic arts program that specialises in theatre and ballet — the first and only one of its kind. the training is rigorous and state of the art. the program is competitive. many students specialise into either the theatre or ballet, but there are a select few who are accepted into both programs.

louis dieudonné is one of cdcv's stars. he's a principal performer in both the theatre and ballet streams. his scene partner is a coveted role— one mostly held by maria–theresa.

maria–theresa is another one of cdcv's principal artists who are enrolled in both programs. when paired together, the two are a force to be reckoned with. technically perfect — a well oiled machine, though through the trained eye, their on-stage connection leaves something to be desired.

an exchange student from spain, maria–theresa is not too familiar with french, and typically doesn't have many friends in the program.

renèe manon de noailles is a wildcard. having received formal ballet training as a young girl in russia, renèe was on a path to success. this path was short-lived, when financial ruins had hit her family – her tuition being redirected to pay for her mother's health.

despite this and having moved back to france, renèe continued to dance and train as much as she could. her family had managed enough funds to send her to a small ballet studio where she would attend classes after school.

alexandre bontemps was a promising cdcv alumni— up until a great injury that left him unable to dance at the professional level. a devastating blow to his career, he now spends his time working as one of cdcv's creative directors and coaches. he's got a sharp eye for talent.

philippe dieudonné is the younger brother of louis. philippe is two years his junior and tries to stray away from him — always being caught in the shadows of his spotlight. he is strictly part of the ballet program. he's one of the principal artist, but not as decorated as louis.

where his brother almost perfectly technical, and more powerful in his movements, there is an effortless beauty and grace in philippe's movement. his artistry is refined — something that cannot be taught and is a sight to behold. an actor in his own right.

philippe had been trained in acting before his acceptance into the academy, the same as louis, but found that he had a penchant (which he keeps hidden) for writing and screenplay.

[dirtytransmasc]

cw - minor vent/irl grief

[ghost-proofbaby]

oh like a streamer!Eddie getting a mod on his streams and be begins talking to them outside and falls in love with their sparky personality without ever having seen them. Mod sends like memes and busts his balls but also sends things that "made me think of you"

And he's ranting to Gareth about how beautiful Mod is and Gareth is like 🤨 they could be ugly as fuck and Eddie is like you take that back this instance i havent seen them but I KNOW they're beautiful

Something of that sort?

you get the vision, nonnie.

like, theoretically, if i had started writing it, it would be that eddie has a mod nicknamed "pumpkin" due to their screen name being "pumpkineater". and, again theoretically, he definitely showed favoritism towards this "pumpkin" as he's hopelessly in love with their wit, the way they give him shit, their sense of humor, their taste in general media, etc.

and, you know, stuff happens. mods having game nights with eddie in his community, movie nights that he only joins to hear pumpkin's voice, so on and so forth. and said moderator recently moved across the country, conveniently staying anonymous in their location besides timezones, never realizing they'd moved right into eddie's hometown.

until, you know, theoretically, eddie is popular enough to be invited to guest at a con. and how could he attend a gaming convention without his favorite moderators in tow? specifically pumpkin?

but. this is all theoretical of course. i definitely don't already have a google doc named "pumpkin eater" with 1.8k+ words already. totally not.

i definitely do and this is definitely my shitty little crackfic i've been living in fantasyland with frequently as of late when i want to play around in less serious settings/tones/angst

[cupiidzbow]

i was being evil thinking abt that unamed kong from movie last night. sorry 💔💔

[fallout-lou-begas]

if God is real then the best possible outcome for AEW's women's division right now is a months-long Kris Statlander versus Willow Nightingale blood feud that culminates in a one-hour Iron Man match at All Out