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Not to be rude but... Is this still ongoing? How many ifs you're working on right now?

You’re not being rude at all, don’t worry! I’m currently working on three at the moment— Absentia, Scandal, and HoF. However, writing for HoF takes a long time; both because of everything that I feel like I need to add for it and because I need to get into just the right mindset. I adore HoF, it’s one of my greatest joys because it’s a world I’ve created and have cultivated its own lore, and that means that I don’t want to force anything for it. I’ve also been having some health problems that have caused me to put some things on the back burner, HoF being one of them.

I apologize for not answering asks on here, I’ll try to answer the few that are currently in my inbox to hopefully tide you all over! Especially until the third chapter comes around, which is going to be a big one from the looks of what I’ve been able to create for it.

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I know you've explained it somewhere but I can't find it lol, why is the MC half fae in this version?

I answered it somewhat here! There’s a variety of reasons I changed it, some of which I don’t think will ever be shared fully on here because of how convoluted it can get, but the main one is that I felt a disconnect with the fully Fae MC and decided to just shift it around to mesh my original idea for HoF with the newer IF idea…

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Me: Hm, yes, I shall romance Irithiel.

A: *Has a sparring scene*

Me: Fuck, that's hot.

😂, I can’t wait for you to see the other ROs sparring scenes. Whether it be during training or because it seemed like something fun to pass the time.

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How would a RO react and what would they do if at a party a noble is making the mc uncomfortable by touching there arm and making suggestions

I'll go with it being before the one true bond is fully established. As you'd have to be completely insane, or dense, to try and flirt with a Rider's bonded.

Ezra/Elaria: Are completely unimpressed, but they try to keep their composure as they sidle up to your side and calmly interject. "I apologize, but I do think it's my turn to talk with MC." Their hand would gently touch your shoulder and steer you away from the noble. "Rider business, I'm afraid. It can't wait."

Caleb/Catherine: Would stiffen at the sight and become immediately uncomfortable; for entirely different reasons, but they'd be keenly aware that they're mirroring their father's usual composure. They'd quickly make their way to your side and offer a strained smile to the noble in question. "I do believe it best that you halt your drinking for tonight. Lest you continue to do something you'll regret come morning."

Jaden/Jade: The playful smirk that would have been a hallmark on their lips all evening would wither away into nothingness. Agitation became a prominent emotion across their features; sapphire blue eyes darkening to a deep stormy blue. They'd casually make their way towards you and accidentally bump into the noble in question, spilling their glass of wine all over the expensive silk of the noble's attire. "I do apologize for being so clumsy, I truly wasn't aware there was anyone of importance nearby besides the MC." They'd quickly get you both out of there.

Aidan/Aylin: Agitation, mixed with an undercurrent of worry, would promptly appear on their features at the sight that greeted them from across the hall. They couldn't believe someone would be so daft as to corner a Rider. Nor could they believe that someone would be so belligerent with their advances and denseness with the rejections. They'd stride across the room and promptly cut to ask the MC to dance. "I apologize for intruding, but MC promised me a dance before I retired for the night, and hasn't even tried to uphold their end of the bargain." It would only be while you're both dancing that they'd begin to wonder why it had bothered them so much.

Faolan/Faolyn: A warning growl would escape their lips before they'd even register the anger that had suffused itself within their chest. They wouldn't even question their natural instincts when it came to striding across the room and putting themself between you and the noble; teeth almost bared in challenge as the noble stood stupidly before them. It'd take everything in them not to make a spectacle because it's not something that would make you any more comfortable. "I'd suggest you leave this instant before I'm forced to do something I really don't think I'll regret."

Laurence/Lauren: Would calmly, and promptly, make their way over to your side and offer you a gentle smile in greeting; ignoring the noble, they'd ask you how you've been and simply pull you into a conversation with them. They'd get you away from the noble without drawing attention to the fact that they were doing so. After all, no one would want to get on the bad side of the Head Healer; even if the noble, come morning, would find that they have a worse hangover than usual.

Irithiel: Barely contained anger etches itself across her beautiful features, violet eyes darkening to a deep amethyst that only promised pain to the one that caused the reaction in the first place. The moment she grows nearer she'd be able to tell that the noble was nervous, fearful of what would cause the Matriarch to suddenly appear, but she wouldn't mind in the slightest. She'd only place a light hand on your bicep, her expression softening only for you, before hardening once more as she looks at the noble. "I must say that I'm appalled by your behavior. I invited you into Haven as a guest, and you've decided to corner one of my Rider's and harass them?" She'd step closer, her voice dropping dangerously. "I suggest you make haste and leave Haven as soon as you can. You wouldn't like to see what I'm like when I finally lose my patience."

Kyllian: Wouldn't be able to believe what he's seeing at first, but the moment it registers anger would immediately bloom across his face and he wouldn't hesitate in making his way over to you. He wouldn't even deign the noble important enough to look at, let alone speak to, but he'd gently take you by the arm and offer you a supportive smile; trying to tell you, without words, that he was there to help and that he'd make sure nothing would happen as long as he was there. He'd take you back to his table and offer you his seat-- just trying to make your night a bit brighter.

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So since the Mc is a commoner and half fae how bad in the noble circles will the Mc be treated. Will there be a constant dislike till we “prove ourselves.” Because it does throw a wrench in there perfect system. And do the ROs care the Mc is lower than them? Will they defend them if someone talks bad about them?

It truly just depends on the Noble Circle in general. Some Noble’s will turn their noses to the MC, some won’t even bother to interact because they don’t care (quite a bit fall under this category), and some will be more than happy to talk with the MC (like Duke Isaiah).

After a bit, and the MC does prove themselves, the tide will shift for some of the nobles, but it’ll just depend on the individual. For a lot of them, however, the MC proved themself the moment you were chosen by a dragon— it’s just admitting to it that’s the kicker.

None of the ROs care. Some don’t even think about/it doesn’t register, because the MC is the MC and that’s all they’re focused on. As for if the ROs would defend the MC? Absolutely.

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How high would the stakes go in the full series? I assume that it's a given for all gallinia to be in danger, but will it advance upto the entire world being in danger?

Like Sanctuary as well? Yes, it’ll get fairly extreme with the danger levels as the series moves forward. In fact, I believe you’ll actually travel to Sanctuary in one of the later books (because of reasons).

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We all know what happens if you try to attack Iri…but what about a kiss attack? Romance stage of course.

Irithiel faintly registers the sound of her office door being opened— the ancient wood creaking ever-so-slightly on its hinges. It’s something the causes the quill in her hand to pause its elegant arch on the parchment underneath it, but it doesn’t stay still for long. The Matriarch is used to people entering and exiting her office at various times— from the maids, to diplomats, to some of her advisors checking in— it’s not unusual for Irithiel to be disturbed while doing her work.

The only being that ever entered her office and didn’t announce themselves, however?

Is the very one that’s scent alone could bring a gentle smile to full lips, violet eyes softening due to the love and adoration that fills them. The very person that’s suddenly pressed to Irithiel’s side as gentle kisses are rained down upon any available inch of skin you could get to; an action that causes Irithiel’s bell like laughter to echo across the room. Her arms, seemingly of their own accord, wrapping loosely around your waist in order to keep you close.

“Hello, darling,” Irithiel murmurs, a soft look etched across her face. Her head dipping for only a split second, violet eyes falling away from yours, so she could press a brief kiss to the back of your hand. “I’ve missed you.”

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I just saw your blog, and I could've swore I've seen a (dead) blog about this IF before maybe like a few years ago, or was my mind playing games with me...?

Not at all! @heart-of-flames was my old blog for this story, but I decided to make a new one in order to reestablish myself with the story, which I hope makes sense.

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Irithiel: She’s a gentle soul that would do anything to make sure her Riders were all right. No matter the cost.

Right side brain: There is nothing else and will never be anything else but Elf Mommy.

Left side brain:

😂, Irithiel would definitely have an amusing time if she were to be called Elf Mommy— I think I made a snippet of Irithiel reacting to being called mommy on the old blog… I’ll reblog it if I find it. Though, to be fair, she’d be more impressed than anything if the MC had the guts to call her that to her face; especially since a lot of people are too intimidated to talk to her directly.

I’m glad you like Irithiel (I believe anyway)! I can’t wait for you to interact with her more!

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Hello!

I love the concept of the one true bond (although I guess that doesn't say much because I am a sucker for soul mate tropes).

I was wondering when the MC decided who their one true is, will the RO become instantly aware of this, or will the MC have to confess to them for the RO to realise the MC is their one true as well?

Hello 👋

It actually depends on the RO! There will be a choice that’ll sort of lock in who the MCs one true is after a certain point— to make it a bit easier on you all, and on me too— and after it’s chosen? The MC will have different dynamics with each of the ROs.

Caleb/Catherine are a bit oblivious naturally, but they’ll definitely initiate the conversation with the MC because they’re well versed on the subject and know what it feels like when a bond has been established. Jaden/Jade don’t believe that they’re lucky enough to have the MC as their one true so they’re a bit dense. Irithiel is more than aware of it but, for a variety of reasons, she doesn’t approach the MC, which will be something you bring up with her.

It just depends on which RO ends up being the one true that the dynamic is established!

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The Unforeseen Flame is on the CoG Forums once more! I just wanted to make this post to notify you all (if you didn’t know already).

Forum Link.

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Is the mc still a goody good in this or will there now be an option to be evil/an asshole?

The Riders are inherently good people. HoF isn’t a villain story— it’s a story about a hero. Does that mean it’s always going to be easy? No. But, the MC won’t become evil.

If that’s not your cup of tea? That’s completely understandable, and I hope that you find a story that’s more aligned with what you’d like to see. I don’t mind it at all. 😅

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Is this still on going?

Yes, I’ve just been very busy with life in general 😅— I apologize for not being super active on the tumblr. I’m working on HoF, just haven’t had much time for the tumblr as well.

I hope you’ve been well.

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Are u only posting sneak peak links on pateron now? I remember in the discord server you saying a new link was going to come out in a couple days but it was never posted on discord.

Not at all! I just haven’t been able to finish said portion, I wanted to get it done but then life, my internet provider, and writers block, got in the way of making it a reality.

I’ll still be updating the sneak peek link within the Discord whenever it’s applicable!

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Im happy there's no K in this IF

Why send this?

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Patreon

Heart of Flames has a Patreon! I’m going to be adding all the new content for the Tiers tomorrow (some RO PoV Snippets, Polls, Sneak Peeks, and more). It’s shared with my other IF, Absentia, so the one’s for HoF are split and marked accordingly. Becoming a Patron isn’t obligated in the slightest.

But I hope you all enjoy it regardless. And that you’re doing well! ❤️❤️❤️

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Do you have anything we can support you with? Like a Patreon?

I don’t have a Patreon, but I do have a Ko-Fi! Of course, you don’t have to donate anything to me (it’s, of course, just optional).