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HARD-TO-FIND HURT / COMFORT SENTENCE STARTERS.

a selection of some of my favorite underrepresented lines and phrases for one of my favorite tropes! feel free to change wording and pronouns and provide context as necessary. do not add to this list.    

TO THE THREAT.

“let them go.” / “let me go.”

“take me.” / “take me instead.”

“don’t hurt them.” / “i’ll do anything you say.”

“what do you want with me?”

“where are you taking them?”

“what did you do to them?”

“where is receiver?”

“give them back.”

“get away from them!”

“get off them!”

TO THE HURT.

“can you hear me?”

“wake up… please, wake up.”

“are you with me?”

“stay awake.” / “you have to stay awake.” / “please, stay awake… please…” / “promise me you’ll stay awake.” 

“don’t close your eyes.” / “open your eyes for me, name.”

“there you are.”

“just a little longer, okay?”

“i know it hurts, i’m sorry, it’ll be over soon.”

“shhh, it’s alright.”

“i need you.” / “i still need you.” / “i need you to be okay.”

“do you remember what happened?”

“name?! name! what happened?!”

“what did they do to you?” 

“if they lay a finger on him/her/them/you…” 

“if they touch a hair on his/her/their/your head…” 

“those bastards.” / “if i ever get my hands on them…” 

“i’m gonna get you out of here.”

“let’s get you out of here.” / “let’s get you out of this.” 

“we gotta get out of here.” / “it’s alright, name. we’re taking you home.”

“can you stand?” / “can you walk?” 

“i won’t let anything happen to you.”

“you’re safe.”

“it’s gonna be okay.” / “you’re gonna be okay, just hold on.” 

“you’re hurt.” / “did they hurt you?”

“i’ve got you.” 

“lean on me.”

“stay with me.”

“i can’t lose you.” / “i’m not losing you.”

“oh, name…” / “oh, kid…”

“receiver? receiver, it’s me. it’s sender.”

“i’m here.” / “i’m here. i promise.”

TO THE RESCUER.

"...where am i...?"

“what happened…?”

“i’m with you.”

“it hurts.” / “make it stop.”

“you came for me…” / “you came back…”

“you found me…”

“where were you…?”

“i’m sorry…”

“i was so scared.”

“i thought you’d never find me…”

“what are you doing here?”

“just go. you can still make it. don’t worry about me.”

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Shout out to all the multimuses out there. 

You’re doing amazing, your blog is great, your muses are beyond splendid! Shout out for multimuses because they don’t get enough love and appreciation.

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RPC self-care

We all get worn down by life and often we turn to RP for rejuvenation. But more than once I've seen people on here that find themselves burnt out on the RP community itself. With nearly 20 years of role playing under my belt, I thought I'd share some of my favourite self-care tricks.

Block people. You don't have to explain yourself and 'weird vibes' is a legitimate reason. You deserve to feel safe and unbothered in your hobby space, and RP is based on consent. Just like with any recreational activity, you can withdraw your consent at any time and no is a complete sentence.

Turn off anon. This prevents anonymous harassment and gives you great insight into who to block or report if you get non-anonymous harassment.

Drop threads. I know RP etiquette suggests you need to tell your RP partner when and why, and sure, if they ask politely you can give it a go - just know that a pre-written variant of 'not feeling it' is good enough. In my humble opinion, I think dropping boring or vexing threads is everyone's prerogative and doesn't require explanation. Again, no is a complete sentence.

Talk it out. If you like the thread but things took a turn you didn't like, it's time to bring the RP into the workshop. Something like 'Hey I really like our RP so far but I'm losing my spark, can we talk about course correcting where the plot is going?'

Make clear rules and revise them frequently. I'd also advise against spending said rules excusing or explaining why you don't like or want a certain thing - I cannot stress enough how your preferences are not up for debate.

Get comfy chasing. A lot of RP is about inviting others to play over and over and over. Rejection is a part of it. See if you can't find some element of self-care in it - taking rejection well is a great skill to practice in such a low stake environment.

Notice and celebrate the good stuff, instead of digging holes about the bad. Tell your co-players how great they are. Marvel at all the hard work you put into your muses and graphics. Admire your own blog.

Stop. Take a break. Check in with yourself. Do you actually need to face something in IRL? Do you need to rest? A snickers? A walk? Don't bother with posts á la 'offline for the day' - leave your options open to reduce guilt or shame if you want to poke your head back in.

Happy writing. 🌿

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Reblog if you’re a roleplayer in your 30s.

under 18 | 18 to 21 | 21 - 29 | 30s | 40s | 50s | 60s | 70+

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@grcccvy

Dean made his way down an empty street trying to find a dinner and a guy called Ash. Sam and Dean rolled into town for a ghost and possession case. So far they were struggling to find answers but they got a tip to talk to Ash. Dean had no clue who Ash was. Just that he might be able to find him at the local dinner and he might be some help.

Dean noticed a little hole in the wall dinner at the end of the street. When he went inside there was just one guy sitting in there. He was surprisingly handsome. He hoped this was Ash…,, for the case.

He walked over to his table a friendly smile on his face. “Are you Ash?” He asked.

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𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐀 👀 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐌𝐏𝐓𝐒 (a collection of spicy prompts with various contexts. They were left vague to match varying levels of spice and situations.)  → add + reverse to reverse the roles!

[OFFICE]: sender and receiver are making out in receiver's office

[CAR]: sender and receiver are making out in receiver's car

[BITE]: while kissing, sender bites receiver's lips

[PULL]: sender pulls on receiver's hair to expose their neck

[PINNED]: sender pins receiver against a wall

[LAP]: sender pulls receiver onto their lap

[ELEVATOR]: sender and receiver are making out in an elevator

[FLIRT]: sender flirts with receiver to make them blush

[CHOKE]: sender grabs receiver by the throat

[KNIFE]: sender uses a knife to rip receiver's clothes

[GROWL]: sender growls in receiver's ears

[QUIET]: sender orders receiver to be more quiet

[COLLAR]: sender grabs receiver by the collar to pull them closer

[WRESTLE]: sender wrestles receiver, pinning them on the floor

[WHISPER]: sender whispers sweet nothings into receiver's ears

[KNOCK]: sender walks into a room without knocking only to find receiver in their underwear

[HALLWAY]: after inviting receiver into their flat, sender and receiver start making out in the hallway

[INJURY]: sender gently tends to receiver's wounds, which leads to them kissing

[MUFFLE]: sender puts their hand over receiver's mouth to keep them quiet

[PUBLIC]: sender and receiver are making out in a secluded but public place

[TABLE]: sender touches receiver's thigh under the table at a restaurant or a dinner party

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reblog if it's okay for your mutuals to message you and create an actual friendship, not just interactions

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In honor of SPOTIFY WRAPPED,  send me a number 1-100 and I’ll write you a starter based on the song.

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navigating murky waters.

for muses who have drawn lines, and are trying to figure out where those lines exactly are. (or just for people who see a line they think could start something fun!)

"Can I play with your hair?"

"Is this okay?"

"I don't want to hurt you."

"Can we stay like this?"

"Please. Just for tonight."

"Are we... breaking the rules?"

"No, no, no, no. Hey. To hell with the rules."

"Come home."

"Hey, [petname]."

"Is this enough?"

"Stay."

"Don't... don't do that."

"You think this doesn't hurt me, too?"

"You deserve more than this."

"You didn't sign up for this. For me."

"When... uh, when did you get a boyfriend/girlfriend/significant other?"

"I didn't realise we still weren't..."

"I screwed up. I'm sorry."

"The-- I -- I shouldn't have kissed you."

"I hate this."

"You feel so far away. Just 'cause we decided you are."

"This is always a place you can come to."

"I am always going to want you here."

"Don't tell [name]."

"Hey... c'mere."

"You are someone I care about."

"In another life, do you think... we could have...?"

"You are safe with me."

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Alvie got out of the tub and started drying off. "Yes we are. Casual clothes should be fine" He replied with a smile. He wanted to show Wilson some of his favorite parts of town. House smiled up at Ryder. "It's be easier to just stay here and lock the doors" He replied pulling Ryder in for one more kiss first.

Ryder left his new apartment with a sigh. New job, new house, new people. He only knew his brother, who called him as soon as Cuddy had an opening. A stupid break-up made him have to leave New York. He did his best to dress up for the day but he thought he looked too much like his brother. They got along but they weren’t the same. He needed to be different. He lost the tie and ruffled his hair. He frowned and shrugged, that would have to do. “Coffee, how’s it going kid?” His brother asked with a smile. Ryder took the coffee that was handed to him and looked up at his older brother. “Thanks.” James nodded, “Yep, now I got an appointment to get to. Have fun with your new boss.” Ryder nodded and they both went separate ways for the day. His day had been pretty boring. He was at lunch alone because House stole his brother. When a happy looking face slid into the seat across from him he looked up to his book. “Ah, that’s all everyone seems to call me.” He laughed quietly, “Sorry, everyone seems intimidated by me because I’m James’ brother, Ryder.” He introduced himself, “You normally take that much sugar during lunch?” He asked with a raised eyebrow. His normal tiredness seemed to disappear with just the man’s energy alone. That was odd, he’s never met anyone like that.

Alvie waved him off as he spoke. Like he was pushing the invisible cares out of the air.   “Ah, people gossip when new faces come around. it’ll go away the second more interesting comes up. I wouldn’t mind anyone who’s intimated for that stupid reason. I’m not. Given i do hang around House so most people in this hospital don’t intimidate me anymore” “Oh this! it’s not all  mine!” Alvie said picking up the cupcake sitting in front of Ryder “Wanted to be welcoming and it was like the only thing at the end of the register.  The soda is mine though. There’s nothing wrong with a treat and caffeine especially when you work in this hospital”  He really hoped the other man could have sugar or actually liked the cupcake.  This really was a last minute plan. Alvie really hoped it didn’t crash and burn. He really wanted the other person to feel welcome but he knew his personality could come on pretty strong.

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The man let out a small laugh and poked the knife against the mans stomach. Not enough pressure to stab him but enough to make a point. "Who i am is of no concern" he said in a sing song voice. There was a twisted grin on his face. He pressed the knife into him a little harder getting even close to Clay. "I want many things from you but lets start with your skin" He replied amused.

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Martin paced around his cell. Mr.Davids mentioned a visitor was coming by soon but no one was telling him who yet. Malcom was one of the only people who visited him so he was intrigued. As the cell door Martin was surprised to see the man before him. He swore the last time he saw Clayton was at a dinner party they threw shortly before his arrest. "Little Clayton Moony! My my its been years since i've seen your face. Las time i saw you you where just a bright faced kid. What bring you around these parts?" He asked with a wide grin. He was studying the other man as he spoke

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@popularmxnster Martina had heard whispers about someone transferring in to Clairmont. No one was sure who it was yet but there was rumors it was someone associate with the Woodsbro murders. Martian had vaguely heard about that case but not enough to know who might be coming here. They where suppose to be transferring in today but no one had seen them yet. Martin was having yard time when someone was escorted to the yard. It was a face he didn't recognize. "This must be the transferee. " Martin thought as he glanced at the other man. He didn't want to approach him yet. Martin wanted to get a general vibe of the other man first. Its not great to piss off someone the second they get in here.

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I have been noticing a lot of people being too nervous to talk to their mutuals when they want to roleplay with them soooo..

Please reblog this to tell your mutuals IT IS 100% OKAY to come up to you and tell you straight off the bat that they want to roleplay with you. In fact, it’s highly encouraged to tell you any thread idea that comes across their mind!

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Reblog this if you’re a chill roleplayer who doesn’t mind if your rp partners take multiple weeks, or even months to reply.

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Alvie just rinsed off when Wilson came back in. "Actually I'm just about to get out but after that i do have an idea" he commented as he eyed the clothes. House wasn't sure how to respond so instead he closed the distance between them. He kissed Ryder softly trying to express everything he was feeling.

Ryder left his new apartment with a sigh. New job, new house, new people. He only knew his brother, who called him as soon as Cuddy had an opening. A stupid break-up made him have to leave New York. He did his best to dress up for the day but he thought he looked too much like his brother. They got along but they weren’t the same. He needed to be different. He lost the tie and ruffled his hair. He frowned and shrugged, that would have to do. “Coffee, how’s it going kid?” His brother asked with a smile. Ryder took the coffee that was handed to him and looked up at his older brother. “Thanks.” James nodded, “Yep, now I got an appointment to get to. Have fun with your new boss.” Ryder nodded and they both went separate ways for the day. His day had been pretty boring. He was at lunch alone because House stole his brother. When a happy looking face slid into the seat across from him he looked up to his book. “Ah, that’s all everyone seems to call me.” He laughed quietly, “Sorry, everyone seems intimidated by me because I’m James’ brother, Ryder.” He introduced himself, “You normally take that much sugar during lunch?” He asked with a raised eyebrow. His normal tiredness seemed to disappear with just the man’s energy alone. That was odd, he’s never met anyone like that.

Alvie waved him off as he spoke. Like he was pushing the invisible cares out of the air.   “Ah, people gossip when new faces come around. it’ll go away the second more interesting comes up. I wouldn’t mind anyone who’s intimated for that stupid reason. I’m not. Given i do hang around House so most people in this hospital don’t intimidate me anymore” “Oh this! it’s not all  mine!” Alvie said picking up the cupcake sitting in front of Ryder “Wanted to be welcoming and it was like the only thing at the end of the register.  The soda is mine though. There’s nothing wrong with a treat and caffeine especially when you work in this hospital”  He really hoped the other man could have sugar or actually liked the cupcake.  This really was a last minute plan. Alvie really hoped it didn’t crash and burn. He really wanted the other person to feel welcome but he knew his personality could come on pretty strong.

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Cuddy ran a hand over her face. Of course this was all going even more off the rails. "Yeah. He never will" She said with a sigh. She quickly ran through list of what they could do. "Just shut it down temporarily till we can figure out this whole situation. I don't think this is ideal but Tritter really has twisted our arms here"

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Gregory House was currently facing the wrath of detective Michael Tritter and James Wilson had to deal with the consequences.

To James, Greg was his best friend. After all, after everything House was letting him stay at his place because it was either that or a hotel room. He couldn’t blame house for things like his failed marriages or even now he couldn’t blame house for getting him involved with this whole tritter situation.

“What is a man like Gregory House to you?” Tritter asked making James actually think for once in a very long time. Sure he would throw out words like asshole, addict, prick, and many many other words but now, now house was just house. “He’s a good friend”

Wilson had made it back to the apartment later than usual. He was held up dealing with Houses team coming to him concerned with what it would be like if House was arrested. Cuddy had the same concern but as of now Tritter had nothing. Right?

He unlocked the apartment door and poked his head in seeing house standing in the middle of a mess. “What tornado ripped through here?” He asked eyes slightly wide he came inside and closed the door being sure to lock it. “House are you alright?”

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Alvie took a wash cloth with soap and started running it over this arms. "Ok. ill be out soon" He said with a smile House short circuited for a moment at Ryders gentle touch. He hated how easy it was for Ryder to do that. His eyes showed so much more vulnerability then he liked. "Yeah well people like to talk" House replied in a quieter voice.

Ryder left his new apartment with a sigh. New job, new house, new people. He only knew his brother, who called him as soon as Cuddy had an opening. A stupid break-up made him have to leave New York. He did his best to dress up for the day but he thought he looked too much like his brother. They got along but they weren’t the same. He needed to be different. He lost the tie and ruffled his hair. He frowned and shrugged, that would have to do. “Coffee, how’s it going kid?” His brother asked with a smile. Ryder took the coffee that was handed to him and looked up at his older brother. “Thanks.” James nodded, “Yep, now I got an appointment to get to. Have fun with your new boss.” Ryder nodded and they both went separate ways for the day. His day had been pretty boring. He was at lunch alone because House stole his brother. When a happy looking face slid into the seat across from him he looked up to his book. “Ah, that’s all everyone seems to call me.” He laughed quietly, “Sorry, everyone seems intimidated by me because I’m James’ brother, Ryder.” He introduced himself, “You normally take that much sugar during lunch?” He asked with a raised eyebrow. His normal tiredness seemed to disappear with just the man’s energy alone. That was odd, he’s never met anyone like that.

Alvie waved him off as he spoke. Like he was pushing the invisible cares out of the air.   “Ah, people gossip when new faces come around. it’ll go away the second more interesting comes up. I wouldn’t mind anyone who’s intimated for that stupid reason. I’m not. Given i do hang around House so most people in this hospital don’t intimidate me anymore” “Oh this! it’s not all  mine!” Alvie said picking up the cupcake sitting in front of Ryder “Wanted to be welcoming and it was like the only thing at the end of the register.  The soda is mine though. There’s nothing wrong with a treat and caffeine especially when you work in this hospital”  He really hoped the other man could have sugar or actually liked the cupcake.  This really was a last minute plan. Alvie really hoped it didn’t crash and burn. He really wanted the other person to feel welcome but he knew his personality could come on pretty strong.