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#Even if he'll get redeem his past would remain the same
sweettint · 3 months
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Klaus is an abusive character. He's got issues, but rather than dealing with them in his 1000+ years of life, he imposes them on others. Even his siblings are victims of his hostile temper like the toxic codependency we see with Rebecca. Imagine not being able to voice your ideas or opinions because the moment you cross this guy BOOM now you are daggered (dead if you're not his siblings), now you're to spend god knows how much time in a coffin till this guy feels like 'forgiving' you (happens mainly because he was getting bored). This clarifies why his (some) siblings disdain him.
Now Now, don't get me wrong! These are the characteristics that make him a good complex villain for Tvd also I get why would people love his character as underneath all his hostile blowup and narcissistic charm, there was an undeniable vulnerability: he wanted to be loved and accepted... Plus his childhood was very traumatic and I feel soo bad for the young Klaus (can I hug that little guy and tell him how's everything gonna be fine or take him away from all this? Then he might have grown up to be a better person), one can still see how much it still effects him. That's why his older brother Elijah kind of feels guilty about what all young Klaus had gone through and expects to bring out the good in him (like we see in The Originals, how he transforms from a villain to a flawed hero because of his daughter- this was what Elijah believed in and that's why rooted for Klaus).
So I'm all for a good redemption arc, everyone deserves second chances. This is why you can love this guy, BUT HOW CAN YOU EXCUSE HIS ACTIONS? It's like they glitter up and cover his actions and consequences with rose petals, ignoring how much hurt he had caused others without feeling remorse for one bit, and then these people would hate on others with the sole justification that "they were annoying". For example, why do these people hate Tyler?? He had such a great redemption arc in Tvd but got sired to Klaus, even after that he tried his best to not lose himself and even tried helping others, went through all that pain just for Caroline, got betrayed by Hayley, his friends were killed, his mother was killed by Klaus with whom love of his life ends up sleeping and that's not even the end... He has every fucking right to be mad but ends up getting punched jfhdhgh. Even Matt.. He's so much better than these murderers but they all wish death upon him. This is hypocrisy at this point.
Thus, I do like Klaus because of how strategic and intriguing he is (the way he gets mad with outrage lmao) and his unpredictableness is a chef's kiss, but this doesn't mean he's your goody two shows that fandom makes him be and disguise his acts to show him like a tortured essence.
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You know what I think would be interesting about Charlie and Alastor's dynamic? It would be in how they influence each other going forward. Alastor is slowly pushing Charlie to becoming a more assertive and inspirational princess as part of his plans to "pull all of the strings" and get out of his deal. Under his tutelage, Charlie will become much more willing to use her abilities in defense of the Hotel and her loved ones, potentially developing something of a ruthless streak as the threats to the Hotel continue to pile up. I also imagine she will start using his philosophy about using smiles to project power and confidence to hide her personal pain and growing trauma (which knowing this show will no doubt be a lot) to the point of becoming self-destructive and somewhat isolated from her inner circle, potentially even Vaggie to avoid weighing them down with her burdens (which would be ironic since it would be similar to how Vaggie hid her past as an Exorcist out of guilt and fear of her girlfriends rejection). Taking a level in badass in exchange for a drawn-out mental break down.
As for Charlie's influence on Alastor, Charlie's compassion is already rubbing off on him enough for the Overlord to risk his life fighting Adam and the Exorcists for them, something that he found so out of character that he had a villainous breakdown over this realization. While resistant to this growth of character at first in the name of preserving his dreaded reputation, Alastor will slowly becoming less withdrawn and more willing to engage with the crew even when doing so doesn't help his goals, even becoming less antagonistic towards Husk and Lucifer who in turn will actually enjoy his company to a degree. He will remain a ruthless bastard committed to his personal goals, and likely won't be redeeming himself anytime soon, but he'll still become a member of the family all the same. Whether this will resolve his existential crisis or drive him even more mad I can't say right now.
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Good to hear from you again,
I been meaning to respond quicker but apparently I'm not allowed to sit and think for more then three minutes at a time. :( So my thoughts/ respond may seem disjointed as I was writing small bit at a time.
To be honestly, I haven't really consider Alastor influence on Charlie beside the standard of nudging her in the direction towards his own agenda. You are correct, now that it's pointed to me. He would have a great influence on her beyond the manipulation. TBH his manipulation might not as nefarious as we think (I still think it because of his contractor) but it can be just that he made to guide her to reach her full potential and power. Which would still align with his own goals with breaking his deal of his soul.
We already see Charlie being influence and episode 7 after they made their deal and Alastor told her about the power of a smile. She took that advice. When Vaggie was made aware of the deal, and Alastor suggestion of meeting his friend to gain numbers she agreed with "What was that about smiling?"
Charlie will become much more willing to use her abilities in defense of the Hotel and her loved ones, potentially developing something of a ruthless streak as the threats to the Hotel continue to pile up.
I wonder why she so hesitate to use her powers in the first place. Like, would she even need Alastor if she simply just use it to begin with? To fix her own hotel? There must be a reason for it. Its either, she cant control it as she doesnt practice it, or it effects her morals/personality, or just the general fear of innocents being caught in the crossfire. It could be all three. But her powers probably tie in more to option two as we only see her demonic powers come out when she upset/annoyed/angry.
Maybe why she so chipper is because as child she more likely threw a tantrum or possible from her teenage ansty emo phase lol...I hope because of her emo phase because emo goth Charlie is entertaining...and hurt so many people from it when her powers manifested in anger and lost control. After that, she swore to herself to always be chipper. So in a way she always used a smile as a mask. But after Alastor, she learn that she can do a lot more with a smile. If this is a backstory that happen, I can see her following Alastor guidance much more easily as she start to see that they may be similar in some ways.
Charlie will definitely become more confident with her powers in season two after the battle. We saw her stop Adam punch. We know she blames herself for everything. Sir Pentious death, Alastor being wounded when it comes to light, Dazzle death, Vaggie taking a bit of a beating from Lute to protect Charlie. She is stronger then all of them, but here they are or harmed as they attempt to protect her. She may take this as a lesson to just just suck up any reservation about using her power to prevent more of her friends from getting hurt when she could have easily stopped it before. I wouldn't say she become ruthless, or at least consciously. Alastor ruthless and wants to be. Charlie "ruthless" is she momentarily lost herself, overwhelmed by the influence of her power.
Charlie seeking Alastor mentorship over guidance from her father would be possibly Alstor has a great sense of self control and discipline then Lucifer. Lucifer would also be too gentle that it be too dismantling. Lucifer training is, swim wings, training wheels, or end up doing things for her to save her the trouble, while Alastor would be blunt and throw Charlie in headfirst to learn. You know Alastor the type that throws a kid in to learn to swim or push someone off a cliff to learn to fly. Everyone in the hotel, when giving advice or bring up issues, tip toes around charlie feelings about thing. Alastor doesn't. Alastor doesn't factor feelings into decisions. He does, calculate how people would react because of feelings, but the issues themselves he does factor them in. Which may be another reason why she would seek his advice.
I also imagine she will start using his philosophy about using smiles to project power and confidence to hide her personal pain and growing trauma (which knowing this show will no doubt be a lot) to the point of becoming self-destructive and somewhat isolated from her inner circle, potentially even Vaggie to avoid weighing them down with her burdens (which would be ironic since it would be similar to how Vaggie hid her past as an Exorcist out of guilt and fear of her girlfriends rejection).
There be definitely be something she'll hide from Vaggie, I just don't know what. Lack of ideas currently, I'll go with keeping Alastor injury a secret or he used their deal for something but has to keep quiet. Or Charlie undergoing demonic power training under Alastor guidance-which Vaggie would hate so much. Vaggie is super suspicious and frustrated by this. Vaggie feels like she failing Charlie somehow, but forcing herself to trust and give Charlie her space while trying to support her while keeping her in the dark.
As for Charlie's influence on Alastor, Charlie's compassion is already rubbing off on him enough for the Overlord to risk his life fighting Adam and the Exorcists for them, something that he found so out of character that he had a villainous breakdown over this realization. While resistant to this growth of character at first in the name of preserving his dreaded reputation, Alastor will slowly becoming less withdrawn and more willing to engage with the crew even when doing so doesn't help his goals, even becoming less antagonistic towards Husk and Lucifer who in turn will actually enjoy his company to a degree. He will remain a ruthless bastard committed to his personal goals, and likely won't be redeeming himself anytime soon, but he'll still become a member of the family all the same. Whether this will resolve his existential crisis or drive him even more mad I can't say right now.
I am so looking forward to whatever direction the creator will take Alastor. But I am hoping and looking forward of Alastor growing and eventually accepting the soft spot he has for the hotel and its people.
There's something I been thinking about a lot, it was the night before the battle when we witness Alastor and Niffty share a moment.
That was the real Alastor and his thoughts and feelings. His facade was dropped there. Think about it, With Rosie, we saw him relax and generally be happy. But he still had to put up a front, and a mask. He has to act like the overlord that he is. He had to be confident to ensure everything moves forwards as plan. So, as much as he less acting when he around Rosie, he still has halls and acting in some parts. But why would he need to put up a mask there with Niffty? He not going to confine to Niffty of all his plans and agenda, But he also didn't need to put up as much of an appearance in a near private, quiet moment, alone with Niffty, . What he spoke there was 100% honestly. He admitted he enjoying his time there and and like the idea of continuing it.
The other real moment he had was his break down. Grappling with the idea he nearly died. Even as mortals we know we can die any given moment, yet act invincible despite the facts. Now imagine, being immortal soul and a powerful one with near complete control....Dieing seem so improbable yet...here Alastor, freaking out that that near improbable thing nearly became true. Now on top of that, greatly injured and cane broke in two which will have consequences. All because of...he grew to care and want to protect the hotel (outside of a possible forced to by contract)
Alastor will slowly becoming less withdrawn
I think he will be more withdrawn and reclusive...at first anyways. He will want to hide his wound but also distance himself from developing more feelings for the hotel that nearly gave his life for. He be more cruel and ruthless to make up for growing soft, gain distance from the hotel as well make the radio demon feared again, especially if the video gets leaked. He going to be alone. Not willing or wanting anyone in.
The last 10minutes showed the little factions.
The vees.
Charlie and co/hotel including her father
Emily/Sera/Sir Pentious (Tho I think there be tension between Sera and Emily)
Lute and Lilith
Alastor was alone. (break down) But align himself with the hotel but hes not with the hotel. Its like when a group of adventures pick up someone because they are heading in the same direction. They will provide aid to each other but their missions are different. Alastor going to provide aid to the Hotel but he going to be too seclutive to appear that he needs any himself. Nor will he show or admit it unless he absolutely force too.
The thing is, being alone will end poorly for him. Just like how the battle went. The hotel fought together and more or less, made it out. Alastor fought alone with his pride and ego and he lost. lost badly.
So Alastor will be alone until he backed into a corner and just about to lose badly once more but Charlie and co will come to his aid. Quite possibly when he thought he possible burnt that bridge from something or betrayal that happen a little earlier.
That's when he accepts them that's beyond territorial and contract obligations. They saw him at his weaken and vulnerable and not took advantage of it. Despite everything. He'll finally learn to accept them because they already proven time and time again that they accepted and care for him. His walls will slowly start chipping away. Unfortunately he still hiding things so he can't full embrace the idea...but it a start.
He still going to be the Radio demon, generally being a prick and Alastor hiding behind a mask, but we get to witness Alastor slipping it off occasionally.
What would be fun is the idea of Charlie rubbing of Alastor, is that perhaps Alastor against his instincts and to his surprise....showed compassion. It be to Vox of all people. Shocking them both. Vox ending whatever Vees had plan that surely would not bode well for the hotel because of it. That Vox and Alastor end up having a truce and possible rekindle their old friendship.
Tho, I be laughing if Alastor showed compassion for once because Charlie got in his head, only for it to backfire terribly. Then Alastor grumbling that he was a fool to show mercy.
*Alastor limping away after killing the sinner who took advantage of Alastor showing mercy for once while clutching a gaping hole in chest. "It's important to show compassion she said," Alastor scoffs before poorly imitating Charlies voice. "It doesn't hurt to show some kindness!" Alastor laughs mirthlessly and winces from the sharp pain it caused. "Well, tell that to the gaping hole in my chest!!!!"
But in the case, Charlie did need to train her demonic power, I can see how Charlie end up influencing Alastor while he trying to mentor her. Not just the growing fondness hell have for her as his protege. But they probably end up having topics of discussions that arises as she trains. Alastor obviously mocks her point of views, but her words will sink into mind unconsciously. And those words will whisper at him, showing their disapproval at what depravity he trying to act out. Frustrating him that she getting to him
HE may even not go through the acts, not wanting to disappointed Charlie if she was to find out.
Or surprisingly more, maybe after training, Charlie able to control her powers outside of anger. We only see her demonic powers when shes mad. But Alastor witness, Charlie is noticeably stronger when she fighting for something she loves and care for. Which may leave a door open to a path for Alastor to consider to follow.
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cxncrie · 3 months
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   More often than not, Damien would simply watch as Nimue broke rules here and there for the past six months. He had told her not to go near the hotel, but she did anyway. The only reason he hadn't gotten on her about it was for the simple fact she believed she couldn't be redeemed and was only truly there to visit a friend. Had it been any other reason, she would've been in trouble. 
   However there was a small period of time that she seemed to catch an angel's attention, and not any angel, but apparently the First Man himself. Though he paid no mind to it other than the fact they bickered and Nimue had returned to the manor that day bitching about him and the fact he scruffed her after she bit him. Surprised that Adam hadn't killed her for her actions, he thought nothing more of it.
So why would he be worried about some angel?
   He was given a reason after the war to worry about this fucking angel, it seems. Imagine his surprise when he's called from the remains of the battlefield by his own pet so to speak, in order to help her get Adam to safety. Of course it was after he quite literally yelled at her for being stupid, and her begging him to help because Charlie wouldn't have wanted him to actually die. 
   To say his blood was boiling was an understatement, but he decides to help, maybe to watch this angel struggle to get back to where he needs to go only to fail and maybe even eventually be torn apart by other demons eventually. He'll let Nimue play caretaker for awhile, maybe if he's lucky, Adam will scare her off and make her stop on his own.
Seems he was wrong about that. 
   The one time he lets Nimue out without supervision, due to her needing time away from the manor due to their newest addition, he's a little surprised when she comes back with a conflicted look on her face, and gradually he notes the changes. Saying nothing for the moment, he lets it go. 
   It's when he notices that she's starting to actually mess around with Adam that it becomes a problem. That spells trouble, or at least more trouble than what she's already in. He doesn't like the implications of someone who he owns becoming close with an angel of all people. 
   Choosing to wait until Adam had fucked off somewhere in the manor away from his office, Damien has Nimue come to him, and boy is he seething. However, for now he holds his temper and simply watches as she moves to stand across from his desk. Claws dig into the desk and drag as he moves to stand up, a snarl crossing his features. 
" How long do you plan to keep that son of a bitch here? I thought I told you to get rid of him when he's well enough to move? "
" I- He's still healing. If he goes out there he'll be killed and I- " Freezing for a moment, her ears flatten slightly as she starts to tremble. She knows Damien is angry and knows she's in trouble. " Please, I promised I'd help him get back to Heaven. Maybe not to him directly but- "
" And you didn't think to ask if I was okay with him around? " Moving closer to her, he snaps his jaw shut merely inches from her face, a threat that he will tear into her. 
" No I. I'm sorry. Please just let him stay until he can get back home, I'll do whatever you ask. "
   Ears perk up slightly as a grin crosses his face, he'll probably end up throwing them both out if Adam gets on his nerves enough, or kill him. Though for now he needs to shut down this possible ' friendship ' that could potentially grow between them.
   There's a snap of his fingers and the blackened chain with a fiery red glow appears around her neck and into his hands. Sure enough with one sharp yank, she's pulled forward as he holds her up by the chain before she can fall. Teeth bared, a slight snarl can be heard from him. 
" Stop acting buddy buddy with him, or did you forget he killed your friend? Did you ever maybe take a moment to think that he could do the very same thing to you? You're still below him, you're nothing to him. The only thing that's keeping him from killing you is me, and the fact he's using you. " 
   Taking a moment to let it sink in, he resists the urge to grin when he sees it's slowly clicking with her.
" You will never mean a thing to him, you're just another filthy sinner that he'd kill in a heartbeat if he was able to. Don't you dare forget that. "
   Within moments, the chain disappears as he shoves her backwards and knocks her onto the floor. Soon returning to the chair behind his desk, he sits back down.
" He may stay, until I find him annoying enough to toss out. But, if he goes, you go with him. Those are my terms. So you better hope I don't decide that I'm tired of him being in this manor. Because then there will be nothing stopping him from disposing of you how he sees fit, and I will not save you when that happens. Now get out. "
   There's only a nod in response as Nimue scrambles to her feet, quickly making her way out of the office as a free hand rubs at her neck where the chain resided briefly. Though after she's out and partially down the hall, she stops for a moment. Right, Adam was using her because she was technically his only safety. 
   That's fine though, she'll still keep her promise to Cain and get Adam back where he belongs, even if she is being used.
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circus-bears-blog89 · 3 years
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Get to Know the Gang Better! Part 1
Might as well post these before school makes my life a living hell again.
Anyway, here's Luciano, a bi trans dude who slays demons and is fucking good at it. He's quite a meanie once you meet him, but once you get to know him better, he's a big goof ball and even the best guy you'll ever meet! Will do anything to protect Oliver, and Oliver would do the same, just not in a fighter way like Luciano does. Probably had a funeral for his past self cuz he extra like that. Is rumoured that he hunts transphobes but no one is really sure if that's true.
Ref sheet for Luciano
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Luciano with Oliver
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Oliver is his boyfriend and he's been dating Luciano for a while. These two have their fair share of struggles, even if they don't completely understand those struggles. Oliver struggles a lot with mental health and Luciano has struggled with dysphoria. But these two keep going because at the end of the day, they have each other. And they've learned to love themselves despite their issues and their pasts. Oliver actively damages TERF billboards and challenges how masculinity is seen.
Buddi before turning human
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Here's Buddi hiding in his favorite box! The funny part is that box isn't even the one he came in, he's hiding in a random box that Matt emptied out while Buddi was helping him clean his room. Nobody knows why, but Buddi finds boxes as his comfort space. And even as a human, boxes are still his comfort space even though he can't fit in them as well. Has followed Chucky around because he wanted advice on how to be human. Chucky always refused and even tells Buddi to fuck off. Buddi used to be very bubbly and carefree until he realized that Chucky used to be human, and since then, Buddi has developed this curiosity for being human. Buddi has tried everything to remember his past but nothing comes except for this feeling of dread, even though he doesn't know what he did. Supports Agostino and their identity 100%. Okay I'll be honest, not the biggest fan of this Buddi drawing. Definitely needs a redraw in the near future.
Chucky
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Fights with Buddi a lot. (Chucky is the reason most of the fights even happen lmao.) Chucky has that sunflower clip in his hair because Matt glued in on there with super glue. For quite some time, he's been trying to take it off, but the hair clip still remains on his head. Bullies tf outta Buddi when he was a doll and still does it now that Buddi is a human. Buddi bullies him back too and it usually never goes well. Fully participates in bullying Oliver's accent just like everyone else in the gang (Oliver's British and the gang hates colonizers, so I think y'all know where this goin). Started calling Agostino "Tino" and everyone else eventually caught along lmao. Has issues but won't admit it and lets his feelings out by doing impulsive shit - for example, destroying things. His relationship with Tiff, Glenn and Glennda has been strained due to his impulsive actions. No one knows if he'll ever redeem himself with those 3. Has probably had the most fights with everyone in the gang. Is probably irritable or high all the time.
Agostino
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Used to identify as "he/him" but now goes by "they/them" and dresses more feminine. Struggles with dysphoria but makes plans to deal with it on a daily basis. Vents a lot through music and drawing and talking to Buddi. Wants to show others the importance of pronouns and that there's more to pronouns than "it's just a pronoun". Gets called "canelo" (cinnamon in Spanish) a lot by family and friends for their red hair and pale skin. Hates TERFS, enbyphobes, transphobes, and homophobes with a passion. Never thought that Buddi would start having feelings for them. But they're not complaining because they're very happy with Buddi and loves him very much. Does what they can to be there for their gang and friends.
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