#at the mountains of madness i will avenge you

[marisatomay]

tears in my eyes

#this has me in shambles don’t text #tom cruise #guillermo del toro #at the mountains of madness i will avenge you

[dittolicous]

Saw some takes on One Piece x Pokemon so I thought I'd throw in my own two cents, seeing as giving characters Pokemon is my FAVORITE thing (just look at my fucking Submas fic, so many Pokeymans.... ehem).

First, to note that I'm working under the idea of 'One Piece where everything is exactly the same as Canon except Pokemon are also there'. How? Eh, its anime, baby, we don't need too much logic! They're just like a split off from regular animals - perhaps animals naturally enfused with Devil Fruit-like powers or something? IDK.

(That said, Pokemon cannot gain Devil Fruit powers like a regular animal can. There are many studies why but no 100% conclusive answer.)

Luffy:

1) Tangela ♀️ -> Tangrowth

Met on/at: Dawn Island

Background: Met when Luffy was young, in the mountain forest after befriending Ace and Sabo. They bonded over both having stretchy limbs. Constantly got tangled up in each other.

Evolved: During Marineford while trying to save Ace.

Reasoning: Stretchy limbs, a little goofy looking, but can become a strong fighter.

2) Mudkip ♂️ -> Marshtomp -> Swampert

Met on/at: Alabasta.

Background: Often hung out with the Kung-Fu Dugong for a fun brawl and was impressed by Luffy. Followed the Strawhats by sneaking into their luggage afterwards. Helped Luffy against Crocodile.

Evolved: First at Enies Lobby then finally over the timeskip while training with Luffy. Was supplied with a Megastone by Boa. First use was during Dressrosa.

Reasoning: Mega evolution similar to Luffy's Gear 3-4 appearances. Also completes the starter trio with Zoro and Sanji.

3) Aipom ♀️ -> Ambipom

Met on/at: Skypiea.

Background: Liked Luffy's singing, followed him around and snuck on board the Merry when it went to leave Skypiea.

Evolved: At Thriller Bark, trying to protect Luffy from Kuma.

Reasoning: Goofy monkey. “It uses its tails for everything. If it wraps both of its tails around you and gives you a squeeze, that's proof it really likes you.”

4) Drampa ♂️

Met on/at: Sabaody, pre-timeskip.

Background: Was entertaining kids at the theme-park when Luffy's group bumped into them. Became distraught that Camie was kidnapped and tried to help them find her. Was upset they couldn't protect Luffy or the Strawhats when the navy showed up, thus watching over Sunny during the two years to make up for it. Officially joined when they reunited.

Reasoning: Goofy. Fluffy white hair, similar to Gear 5. Kind to children, will become violent to protect or avenge them - think Momo, Tama, and Bonnie.

5) Lombre ♂️ -> Ludicolo

Met on/at: Dressrossa.

Background: Often snuck in to watch Colosseum fights. Didn't really understand why everyone always got so mad (mostly at Rebecca) but thought the fights seemed fun. Was inspired by Luffy's battles and defeating Doflamingo and really liked the party thrown afterwards.

Evolved: Accidentally, on the way to WCI, after touching a waterstone while playing around in Nami's treasure (with Gholdengo).

Reasoning: “Upon hearing an upbeat and cheerful rhythm, the cells in Ludicolo's body become very energetic and active. Even in battle, this Pokémon will exhibit an amazing amount of power.” Festive music makes it stronger, comparable to Drums of Liberation. Also goofy, likes to party.

6) Egg -> Riolu ♂️ -> Lucario

Met on/at: Zou.

Background: Was accidentally grabbed when the egg got packed with their supplies during the rush to WCI. Was nearly eaten by Luffy but Chopper recognized it as a viable Pokemon egg. Hatched aboard the Sunny when Luffy cried out to Sanji, feeling his emotions despite the distance. Intensely attached to Luffy as a result.

Evolved: At Wano during the Onigashima battle.

Reasoning: Use of aura similar to Ryuo Haki.

And, lol whoops, since this is gunna be LONG the rest of the Strawhats are going under the cut!

Zoro:

1) Scyther ♂️ -> Kleavor

Met on/at: Shimotsuki Village.

Background: Often fought each other while Zoro trained to beat Kuina. Was thrown off when Zoro came after him viciously one day, until he broke down mid fight and told him about Kuina, her death, and their promise. Joined Zoro when he eventually left the village.

Evolved: Found Black Augurite way back at Little Garden but was not aware of its use nor cared to evolve until Wano, after seeing Tonoyasu's execution.

Reasoning: Knife arms. Kleavor chosen over Scizor because Scizor is more claw or clamp-like while Kleavor keeps the sharp weaponry arms (just axes instead of swords). Kleavor also more old-fashioned, less fancy than Scizor, mirroring Zoro's simple ideology. Big, scary looking.

2) Magikarp ♂️ -> Gyarados

Met on/at: East Blue sea.

Background: Came across Zoro while he was lost at Sea. Helped lead him to land but was stunned by how he kept getting immediately lost and stuck with him to keep him from dying at sea. Likes to meditate with him. Dreams of swimming up a giant water. Love at first sight with Sanji's Feebas. Get clumsy and shy under her attention. Nearly went belly up when she evolved. Becomes a mated pair after Little Garden. Neither Zoro or Sanji are aware.

Evolved: To help them escape Enies Lobby whirlpools. Was given a Mega-stone much later at Wano, by Hiyori.

Reasoning: Unexpected powerhouse. Connects to Wano via ‘koi that climbs a waterfall’ and becomes a dragon. Mirrors Sanji's Feebas/Milotic.

3) Zangoose ♀️

Met on/at: Random East Blue island.

Background: Caught while roaming as a bounty hunter. Was terrorizing a local town until Zoro beat them. Has an explosive temper and can be difficult to control at times. More controlled after the timeskip but can still be egged into fits.

Reasoning: Sharp, mean-looking face. Has a long-term rivalry with another Pokemon (Seviper). Mark over left eye.

4) Treecko ♂️ -> Grovyle -> Sceptile

Met on/at: Long Ring Long Land Island.

Background: Watched their Davy Back fight. Thought they were kinda stupid ultimately liked their vibes and forced their way onto Zoro's team afterwards. Chose Zoro on a whim but it worked as they often nap together. Very chill, go-with-the-flow type.

Evolved: First at Sabaody while protecting Zoro from Kuma then finally over the timeskip. Was sneakily given a Mega-stone by Mihawk when the two years were up.

Reasoning: Green. Cutting attacks. Completes the Starter Trio with Luffy and Sanji.

5) Charcadet ♂️ -> Ceruledge

Met on/at: Thriller Bark.

Background: Was helping them from the shadows as they were too weak to take on Moria straight on. Saw the confrontation with Kuma and was greatly moved. Wants to be trained by Zoro.

Evolved: Over the timeskip.

Reasoning: Sword arms. Got stronger via cursed artifacts like Zoro's swords.

6) Applin ♀️ -> Dipplin -> Hydrapple

Met on/at: Wano.

Background: Saw Zoro as he pretended to be a traveling ronin in the capital. Became completely enamored by him. Kept following him and randomly popping out to give him food or lead him places. Young powerhouse. Really wants to protect and impress him.

Evolved: First when Toko gave Zoro a candied apple which Zoro then gave to them (since he doesn't like sweets). Had no idea it could evolve them. Then finally during the Onigashima battle.

Reasoning: Multi-headed dragon similar to three-sword style. Also funny for him to have a sweets-based Pokemon despite disliking sweets. Draws parallel to his friendship with Chopper.

Nami:

1) Meowth ♂️ -> Persian

Met on/at: Random East Blue Island.

Background: Caught in an attempt to abuse Pay Day. Wasn't efficient, only upsetting both of them, and gave them a rough start. Eventually grew to understand and trust each other. Becomes very spoiled later on, as Nami wants to give them a good life.

Evolved: While fighting Baroque Works in the final Alabasta battle.

Reasoning: Money cat.

2) Absol ♀️ (shiny) ⭐️

Met on/at: Random pirate ship in the East Blue.

Background: Freed them from a poacher while working for Arlong. Bonded over being considered bad omens (or so they believed). Helps her recognize warning signs of oncoming natural disasters.

Evolved: Found a Mega-stone in treasure at Thriller Bark. Only achieved it after the timeskip.

Reasoning: Ability to sense on-coming disasters similar to Nami being able to spot storms and her navigation capabilities. Shiny to match her hair.

3) Gimmighoul ⚧️ -> Gholdengo

Met on/at: Skypiea.

Background: Found roaming form in treasure from Skypiea. Freaked out before taking up residence in Nami's treasure. Very good at keeping it organized and safe for her. Not much of a fighter but focuses on keeping the ship safe when the crew is on land. Likes to watch her draw maps.

Evolved: Entirely by accident while trying to protect their treasure at Thriller Bark. Was not looking forward to having Nami find out some of the treasure was now part of their body.

Reasoning: Treasure, gold.

4) Castform ♂️

Met on/at: Weatheria.

Background: Lived with the Weather Wizards to aid them in their studies. Was moved by Nami's drive to help Luffy and then by her bountiful knowledge and skill. Helps her improve Clima-Tact range. Chose to go with her so they could become stronger together as well as see her achieve her dream. Later becomes BFFs with Zeus.

Reasoning: Weather-based abilities.

5) Wattrel ♀️ -> Kilowattrel

Met on/at: Weatheria.

Background: Befriended the entire flock while practicing lightning attacks. Chose to stay with her to keep ‘playing’. A little air-headed but well-meaning. Also BFFs with Zeus.

Evolved: At Dressrossa, while fighting Giolla. Not good at remembering their much bigger now and keeps trying to sit on Nami's shoulder.

Reasoning: Electric bird. Comparable to Nami's favorite attack with Thunder Tempo.

6) Dratini ♂️ -> Dragonair -> Dragonite

Met on/at: On the way to Fish-man Island.

Background: A scardy-cat but still tries to keep sailors safe. Got caught up in the mess with the kraken and volcano on the journey to the island. Stuck with Nami because she let them curl around her shoulders when they got scared. Officially joined at the end of the arc.

Evolved: First during the escape from WCI and then finally during the battle at Onigashima while desperately trying to protect Nami.

Reasoning: Saves sailors from storms and wrecks just like Nami navigates them to safety. Kindhearted.

Special Note: Nami is afraid of Bug Type Pokemon.

Usopp:

1) Spinarak ♂️ -> Ariados

Met on/at: Syrup Village.

Background: First friend, partners in crime. Helped back-up Usopp's lies however they could. Desperately wants to befriend Nami and Sanji (going slowly).

Evolved: During the timeskip. Took so long to evolve because of their personal fear they weren't going to be good enough to help Usopp achieve his dream.

Reasoning: Usopp claims to have played with spiders as a kid.

2) Remoraid ♀️ -> Octillary

Met on/at: Seas of Alabasta.

Background: Fished up on the way to Alabasta. Was too scrawny to eat, took offense to that, and made it their problem until caught by Usopp. Constantly disobeyed him, causing trouble and spitting water at them. Only grew to respect and listen to him in Enies Lobby, both out of his love for Merry and his strength to stand up for Robin.

Evolved: While protecting them at Enies Lobby, when they were stuck on the platform.

Reasoning: Gun fish for the sniper.

3) Finizin ♂️ -> Palafin

Met on/at: Water 7.

Background: Met while he tried to fix Merry. Usopp would talk to Merry and his voice drew in some wild sea Pokemon. Thought it was touching how much he cared for the ship. Saw him and Franky get kidnapped by CP-9, chasing after the sea train. Saw the ‘birth’ of and idolizes Sogeking.

Evolved: As they were leaving Water 7, hyped up by Usopp returning to his friends and wanting to protect them from Garp.

Reasoning: Superhero Pokemon = Sogeking.

4) Dreepy ♀️ -> Drakloak -> Dragapult

Met on/at: Thriller Bark.

Background: Followed them out of curiosity. Got slingshot-ed away by Usopp by accident when he panicked thanks to the zombies. Turned out to love being launched by Usopp's slingshot, kept coming back to him and even offering to help if he kept doing it. Refused to leave.

Evolved: First during the timeskip and then again at Dressrosa, during the final battle.

Reasoning: Likes being shot around. Good for a sniper. Also funny since Usopp is scared of ghosts.

5) Toedscool ♂️ -> Toedscruel

Met on/at: Boin Archipelago.

Background: Tried to kill Usopp at first but had a change of heart when Usopp accidentally saved them both from being eaten by the island. Helped him hone his skills and ammunition, then joined after two years.

Evolved: Over the two years.

Reasoning: Goofy, good at running away really fast. Draws comparisons to Usopp's use of plants and the like later.

6) Floragato ♂️ -> Meowscarada

Met on/at: Dressrosa.

Background: Was particularly feisty and troublesome and thus was turned into a toy by Sugar. Witnessed the God Usopp fight. Was more baffled then moved, choosing to follow Usopp out of morbid curiosity. Respect was grudgingly won when they watched him prepare his attack to protect Luffy from Sugar later on.

Evolved: During the battle at Onigashima.

Reasoning: Uses sleight of hand, showy, like Usopp. Similar to Palafin and Sogeking.

Special Note: Afraid of Ghost Type Pokemon. Still startles around Robin's.

Sanji:

1) Rattata ♂️ (shiny) ⭐️

Met on/at: Germa Kingdom.

Background: One of the rats he fed. Found Sanji in the dungeon and kept him company. Escaped with him, officially being caught once on the ship. Only survived the shipwreck because Sanji forced them to stay in their Pokeball, which kept them in a decent enough stasis until they were found, but only just barely. Has refused to return to their ball ever since.

Evolved: No. Refuses to evolve out of fear of becoming too big to hide on Sanji's person.

Reasoning: Sanji fed mice. Shiny to look more like his hair and play off the idea of a ‘waste of a shiny’. IE a weak or non-viable fighter Pokemon getting a shiny spawn instead of a cooler Pokemon, making the bad shiny more insulting. Sanji was a failure because he didn't mutate, Rattata was a failure because it did mutate.

2) Torchic ♀️ -> Combusken -> Blaziken

Met on/at: Baratie.

Background: A gift from Zeff when he started teaching him how to fight. Sparring partners. Doesn't tolerate Sanji's nonsense with women and will drag him away if they need to. Assists him in the kitchen as well.

Evolved: First evolves at Arlong Park then finally at Enies Lobby. Gifted a Mega-stone by Iva during the timeskip.

Reasoning: Fire-type kicking Pokemon. Completes the Starter Trio with Luffy and Zoro.

3) Feebas ♀️ -> Milotic

Met on/at: Baratie.

Background: Met after opening the Baratie, trying to steal scraps from trash because they were having trouble finding food thanks to being so weak. Sanji cooked them something fresh and told them they could always come to him if they were hungry. Doted on over the years as Sanji honed his cooking. Believes in his dream of the All Blue. Becomes intensely protective of him upon evolving. Love at first sight with Zoro's Magikarp/Gyarados. Thinks he's a real charmer even as a Magikarp. Was starstruck when he evolved. Becomes a mated pair after Little Garden. Neither Sanji or Zoro are aware.

Evolved: To protect him when Don Kreig attacked.

Reasoning: Hard to find yet very pathetic and weak Pokemon in first stage Originally evolves by increasing beauty stat via feeding poffins/special food. Mirrors Zoro's Magikarp/Gyarados.

4) Milcery ♀️ -> Alcremie (Love-Sweet, Matcha)

Met on/at: Kamabakka Kingdom.

Background: Aided him in improving his cooking and fighting skills. Let him vent about Iva and the others, eventually then about the Strawhats and his worries. Prefers cooking to fighting but doesn't shy away from a fight. Very calm and collected.

Evolved: Over the two years. Sanji picked her up while talking/venting over a long night and started gushing. Did his spinny thing.

Reasoning: Food Pokemon.

5) Type: Null ⚧️ -> Silvally

Met on/at: Germa Kingdom.

Background: Found in the Germa cloning lab being experimented on during WCI. Broke them free out of rage during his fight with his siblings, telling it to run. It ran off but found him and Luffy later, tentatively joining them because it didn't know where to go. Sanji had a difficult time looking at them at first but they were able to bond over time. Treats Rattata like an older sibling.

Evolved: During the fight with Queen in Wano. Was brought to tears as Queen tried to kill them and berated them on being Judge's work, given hope when Sanji denied him. Broke their helmet to stand with him.

Reasoning: Artificially created based on a God (Arceus), comparable to the theory that the Vinsmokes were trying to recreate Devil Fruit abilities (hence the swirl brows). Also, helmet, and the symbology of destroying the helmet thanks to friendship and to become stronger. “Through the bond it formed with its Trainer, its will was strengthened, and it was able to destroy its control mask.”

6) Bounsweet ♀️ -> Steenee -> Tsareena

Met on/at: Wano.

Background: Lived in the flower capital of Wano. Hung out around Sanji's noodle stand after he opened it. Befriended Rattata and snuck into Sanji's pocket with them. Didn't really have a reason, very air-headed and doofy. Not a single thought in their head. Doted on by Sanji nonetheless. Surprisingly vicious in a fight upon evolving.

Evolved: First during the battle at Onigashima, then again later at Egghead Island.

Reasoning: Leggy Pokemon.

Special Note: Afraid of Bug Type Pokemon.

Chopper:

1) Egg -> Happiny ♀️ -> Chansey -> Blissey

Met on/at: Jaya.

Background: Found as an egg in the forest of Jaya, while they were looking for a South Bird. Hatched during the freedom party in Skypiea and imprinted on Chopper. Likes to hide under his hat or in his backpack before evolving.

Evolved: First evolved over the timeskip and then again at Wano.

Reasoning: OG healing Pokemon. Pink.

2) Audino ♀️

Met on/at: Torino Kingdom.

Background: Was learning medicine alongside Chopper. Chose to go with him after being told stories of the Strawhats’ adventures by Chopper (half out of admiration, half out of horror over the injuries gotten).

Evolved: Gifted a Mega-stone by the birds (it was in their shiny stash).

Reasoning: Another good nurse Pokemon. Mega-evolves like Chopper's forms.

3) Smoliv ♂️ -> Dolliv -> Arboliva

Met on/at: Zou.

Background: Was touched by the Strawhats saving the Minks. Wants to help people like Chopper does. Doesn't like fighting. Helps tend to Chopper's medicinal garden.

Evolved: For the first time at WCI and then again later while breaking Luffy out of jail in Wano.

Reasoning: Kind Pokemon. Seed Sower ability causes healing. Good support for medical care.

Special Note: Chopper isn't wholly comfortable with having Pokemon partners thanks to his own animal nature. The three he has wouldn't take no for an answer. He treats them more like students or assistants. He can understand Pokemon-speak though it's like deciphering a very thick accent.

Robin:

1) Budew ♀️ (Shiny) ⭐️ -> Roselia -> Roserade

Met on/at: Ohara

Background: Only friend before Saul arrived. Escaped with her when Ohara burned. Extremely protective of her, slow to trust others. Will have no mercy on those that betray or threaten Robin. Relaxes a bit after Enies Lobby, trusting the Strawhats unconditionally to have their back.

Evolved: First evolved not long after escaping Ohara, while protecting a sleeping Robin. Evolved again a couple years down the line when she started going through pirate crews.

Reasoning: Comparable to Robin's Devil Fruit. Shiny colors for darker feelings.

2) Galarian Yamask ♂️ -> Runerigus

Met on/at: Random Ruins

Background: Met in some ruins during her travels to find the Poneglyphs. Likes to people watch. Tends to accidentally creep on others without meaning too, forgetting that ghost powers frighten people.

Evolved: Before joining Crocodile.

Reasoning: Runes. History based and creepy.

3) Cofagrigus ♀️

Met on/at: Random Ruins.

Background: Similar to above. Tried to lure her to her death but was soundly defeated. Was told her goals, piquing their curiosity, and decided to join her. Likes when Robin reads to them or talks about her latest discoveries. Also likes pranking/scaring Usopp, Chopper, and Brook.

Evolved: Before meeting Robin.

Reasoning: Sarcophagus. History stuff. Lottsa hands.

4) Unown (D) ⚧️

Met on/at: Skypiea.

Background: Met while looking through the ruins. Helped her figure out where the bell and Poneglyph were. Feels a pull towards Poneglyphs but cannot explain why. Often seems nervous for no particular reason.

Reasoning: Mysterious. D.

5) Zorua ♀️ (Hisuian) -> Zoroark

Met on/at: Random Island.

Background: Met while traveling with the Revolutionary Army. Was a rescue from an island ravaged by bad marines. Originally meant to be given to the marines in a trade before the RA showed up. Apparently was a regular dark type at that point but died in the ensuing chaos, then somehow came back. Was feral and lashing out in the RA's care but Robin was able to get through to them. Bonded over their painful histories. Wants to help see Robin's dream through.

Evolved: Over the two years.

Reasoning: History of Zoroarks being hunted similar to Robin being hunted by marines. Contrast between Unovan and Hisuian, pairs well with Robin originally seeking death before the Strawhats. Illusions good for evading people.

6) Houndour ♂️

Met on/at: Wano.

Background: Belonged to the Beast Pirates. Was newly hatched when it witnessed Robin fight Black Maria. Felt safe and confused Robin for their mother. Tried to protect her from Brooke when she passed out afterwards. Very cuddly. Loves kisses. Gets dressed up in little outfits.

Evolved: No. Too baby.

Reasoning: Demon dog but actually very sweet. Demonic doesn’t mean evil or bad. Similar to Robin's demon form.

Franky:

1) Squirtle ♂️ -> Wartortle -> Blastoise

Met on/at: Outskirts of Water 7.

Background: Was one of the kids of the Blastoise that saved Franky after being thrown overboard. Was fascinated by him. Stuck around and help fish him out again after being hit by the train.

Evolved: First evolved while trying to pull Franky to safety after the train accident. Later evolved again while running the Franky Family.

Reasoning: Canons. Big, sturdy Pokemon.

2) Golett ⚧️ -> Golurk

Met on/at: The junk ship.

Background: Met after Franky was hit by the train. Was haunting around the scrap heap. Was inspired by how Franky rebuilt himself. Likes to have funky designs painted on their armor, like Franky's star arm tattoos.

Evolved: At Thriller Bark.

Reasoning: Toy-robot like.

3) Galarian Zigzagoon ♀️ (Shiny) ⭐️ -> Linoone -> Obstagoon

Met on/at: Water 7

Background: Stray that he picked up after returning to Water 7. Escaped from visiting pirates. Part of the Franky Family gang, helping steal from pirates. Loves parties and loud music. Leaps before looking.

Evolved: Evolves for the first time while infiltrating Enies Lobby to save Franky and Robin. Evolves again at Dressrosa.

Reasoning: Gang-related (via Sw/Sh), loud and unapologetic. Actually not a bad guy. Shiny as the bright colors match Frank better and stand out more. Goofy.

4) Varoom ♀️ -> Revavroom

Met on/at: Water 7.

Background: Picked up by the Franky Family. Helped power-up Franky's bigger inventions. Can join together with General Franky to give him a boost in strength as well as some poison abilities, and with the Sunny for an emergency boost if low on cola.

Evolved: During the timeskip.

Reasoning: Car. Gang-related (via Sc/Vi). Still not the bad guys. Mechanical.

5) Miraidon ⚧️

Met on/at: Baldimore.

Background: Met at Vegapunk's abandoned lab. Inspired many of Franky's updates and inventions. Timid around new people. Likes Franky because he smells like metal and oil. Is introduced to burgers by Franky, having an enlightening moment. Can be bribed with promises of burgers or fries. Is capable of connecting to any Vegapunk system to download or transfer data. Does not necessarily understand what it means or how to decrypt it.

Reasoning: Motorcycle. Extremely technologically advanced. No line between machine and beast/man. Sandwich gag. Relation to famous scientist.

6) Tinkatink ♀️ -> Tinkatuff -> Tinkaton

Met on/at: Dressrosa.

Background: Was confused as a toy at first. Kept trying to use parts of Franky to make a hammer. Constantly following him and almost getting hurt during the big battle. He liked their spunk. Cannot be left unsupervised in the workshop or they'll keep making bigger and bigger hammers from whatever it finds.

Evolved: First by the end of Dressrosa and then again Egghead Island.

Reasoning: Goofy but strong.

Brook:

1) Chatot ♂️

Met on/at: Random passing ship.

Background: Met while drifting at sea. Their old partner was killed, so they found comfort in each other. Liked Brooke's singing. Officially joined him after Thriller Bark.

Reasoning: Parrot+Pirate=✅️. Musical.

2) Cubone ♂️ -> Alolan Marowak

Met on/at: Thriller Bark.

Background: Lost their family and original partner. Joined Brook tentatively after seeing him mourn his crew in front of their grave.

Evolved: During the two years. One of the few Ghosts Brook isn't afraid of.

Reasoning: Dead friends. “This Pokémon sets the bone it holds on fire and dances through the night as a way to mourn its fallen allies.” Reminds me of Brook's big attack in WCI.

3) Sewaddle ♂️ -> Swadloon -> Leavanny

Met on/at: Sabaody.

Background: Fell onto Brook while they were running from Kuma, was sent with him during the split. Was comforted by Brook and eventually partnered with him. Reminds Brook of his late partner Kricketune. Likes to dance when Brook plays music. Sadly not very good at making music or playing any instrument despite practice but has fun all the same.

Evolved: Both over the timeskip.

Reasoning: Similar to a Kricketune. Agile, light, with sword arms. Similar to Brook.

4) Toxtricity ♀️

Met on/at: Random Island.

Background: Met while touring during the two years. Helped Brook explore more modern music methods. Played back-up while he toured. Tends to accidentally shock Brook when excited. Gets along very well with Franky's Obstagoon.

Evolved: Before meeting Brook.

Reasoning: Represents Brook's electric guitar.

5) Popplio ♀️ -> Brionne -> Primerina

Met on/at: Fish-man Island.

Background: Originally apprenticing with the mermaid cafe/dancers. Heard Brook's music and wanted to learn from him. Thinks he's hilarious, though they don't know what panties are. Will show him random items when he asks to see someones. Gossip buddies with Sanji's Milotic.

Evolved: During the fight with Giolla and again at WCI.

Reasoning: Singer. Also mermaid related, goes well with his perv nature/gags.

6) Fuecoco ♂️ -> Crocalor -> Skeledirge

Met on/at: Dressrosa.

Background: Big Soul King Brook fan. Recognized the Strawhats at Dressrosa and followed them. Sneaks aboard to Zou to meet Brook. Was disappointed by his frazzled appearance at Zou at first but stuck around. Was won over by his dedication on WCI. Strong but prefers making music to fighting.

Evolved: First on WCI then again during the Onigashima battle.

Reasoning: “Skeledirge’s gentle singing soothes the souls of all that hear it.” Also goes well with his electric guitar.

Special Note: He did have another team before his death but they too passed away. He also refuses to have a Wailmer/Wailord on his team as it would feel disrespectful, like trying to replace Laboon (a normal whale). Afraid of Ghost type Pokemon - takes time to adjust to Robin's team.

Jimbe:

1) Basculin ♂️ -> Basculegion

Met on/at: Fish-man Island.

Background: Childhood partner. Has always been by his side. Very honorable and willing to sacrifice for the greater good, though they're not always sure what that is exactly.

Evolved: Evolved fighting off bad human pirates, almost dying. Before Jimbe joined the royal guards.

Reasoning: Old-man fish. Can embody loss and perseverance against racism.

2) Oshawott ♂️ -> Dewott -> Hisuian Samurott

Met on/at: Fish-man Island.

Background: Met when he joined the royal guards. Belonged to them in general. Was partnered up with Jimbe. Didn't get along at first but grew to understand each other. Didn't really agree with leaving the guard or trust Arlong but respected Jimbe and went with him to expand their horizons.

Evolved: First while working as the royal guards and then evolved again while sailing under Fisher-Tiger.

Reasoning: Honorable, samurai-like.

3) Poliwhirl ♂️ -> Poliwrath

Met on/at: Random sea.

Background: Met after becoming a pirate. Had anger issues and went with Jimbe after losing to him, wanting revenge. Calmed with age but will blow a fuse if pushed hard enough.

Evolved: While sailing under Fisher-Tiger. Stole a Waterstone off a marine ship.

Reasoning: Fighting. Similar rage to Jimbe in his youth.

4) Kubfu ♀️ -> Rapid-Strike Urshifu

Met on/at: Random Island.

Background: Joined after Jimbe became a Warlord. Met him as he traveled the lands. Tried to pick a fight but was no match. Was taught Fish-man Karate by Jimbe.

Evolved: After mastering Fish-man Karate and being gifted a Water Scroll.

Reasoning: Represents Jimbe opening himself to humanity after Fisher-Tiger and Koala. Water based fighter. Karate.

5) Herdier ♂️ -> Stoutland

Met on/at: WCI.

Background: Met during WCI. Had bumped into him in passing a couple times before and witnessed his showdown with Big Mom. Was greatly moved by his resolve. Having slowly built up resentment for Big Mom's treatment of her family and disregard for life, they defected and aided their escape. Partnered with Jimbe but was requested to go ahead with the Strawhats both as proof they'd meet again and so he'd know they're being watched over by such an honorable soul.

Evolved: After Jimbe returned, at the Onigashima battle.

Reasoning: “This extremely wise Pokémon excels at rescuing people stranded at sea or in the mountains.” Similar honorable/proud nature. Dependable like Jimbe.

Special Note: Jimbe still has space for one more Pokemon to represent how new he is to the Strawhats and is still carving his place. Will fill the space in time.

#One Piece #monkey d. luffy #roronoa zoro #blackleg sanji #vinsmoke sanji #pokemon #cat burglar nami #god usopp #ditto rambles #BOY DO I HAVE THOUGHTS

[morallyinept]

A full transcribe of SILVA'S dialogue/lines from the film A STRANGE WAY OF LIFE/EXTRAÑA FORMA DE VIDA.

Includes full dialogue, and dialogue from any deleted/additional scenes available.

I've created this as a point of reference when writing for Pedro's characters, and I hope you find it useful. Even if you just want to read the dialogue. 🖤

FULL MASTERLIST OF PEDRO CHARACTERS DIALOGUE

☝🏻Dialogue has been fully transcribed by myself using reference to original scripts (if available), audio subtitles and using my own two ears. Therefore, mistakes can be made, however I have tried to be as fully accurate as I can. If you spot an obvious mistake, please kindly let me know. Where audio is not clear, I have marked with *inaudible* Scenes are separated for ease of reference.

FULL SCRIPT DIALOGUE:

How are you, Jake? 

Oh, my back is killing me and I hear you have a good doctor in town. 

No, it’s you… you look impressive dressed as Sheriff.

Well, it suits you.

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I was hungry. You made this? 

I didn’t know you could cook. 

Of course. Twenty-five years is a very long time. 

To our reunion. 

Every time I drink wine, I remember when we were in Mexico and we went down into the cellar with some whores. 

What a bunch of misfits. 

How do you want me to look at you? 

Two months… And it wasn’t madness. 

When I drink, I remember every single one of those sixty days. 

To your contradictions then.

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Jake? 

Jake? 

Were you hiding in the bathtub? 

Are you inviting me to take a bath together? 

Where did I put my underpants? 

What do you mean? 

I wanted to have a couple of drinks with you again, while I can still move. And, believe it or not, working with horses destroys your back. 

Nothing hurts this morning. You cured all my ailments. I haven’t felt this good in such a long time. What are you doing today? We could go to Hot Mountain River. 

Work can wait. It’s not every day someone crosses the desert to come see you. 

Can I help? 

Can’t you find someone else to do it for you? You are the Sheriff. 

Ours is a strange fate. 

Your brother's wife had to die for us to find each other in the same bed again. 

Last night… 

We drank because we were happy to be together. 

He didn’t do it! 

No, I would've asked him about you. Jake, don’t walk away, I’m talking to you. 

I heard you had an affair with her.

Was your brother still alive? 

Anyone could have pretended to have a limp, to frame him. 

I came because I wanted to see you. I’ve been wanting to see you for a long time… 

I thought about it, believe me. But I didn’t know what kind of welcome I would get from you. I got the feeling you put distance between us on purpose. After working together as hired guns, I proposed to set up a ranch, the two of us, but you didn’t want to! 

You don’t have to be an avenging judge to be a good son. 

You were the best gunman. 

There was one day you missed… 

Nothing. No matter how good you are with a gun, there will come a day when you miss the shot. It happens to all of us. You don’t remember? 

I will say you’ve done very well on this side of the law. You’re the most respected Sheriff in the county. 

But I knew that one day I would cross the desert to come and see you again. 

I miss those two months in Mexico, don’t you? 

I like that you’ve kept my red scarf. 

I wanted to see you. 

I spent the last hours showing you how much I wanted to see you. Did you love your sister-in-law more than you loved me? 

We are alone. 

My way is yours… 

Why are you so sure it was my son? 

I’ll make him go to Mexico or any place where he won’t bother you or me. It’s a big world out there. 

But you don’t need to be the one looking for him! Just… Give me a truce. 

You have no heart, Jake. You never did. You just like to fuck. Huh? You never loved me, you’ve never loved anyone in your life! 

You gonna shoot me? 

You gonna kill me while I’m half undressed? How will you explain that? A dead man in your bed still smelling of cum! 

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YOUNG SILVA:

Leave it to us… ¿Sí?

Let’s do it. Ladies, please, step aside. 

Always. One… 

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Joe! 

Joe? Come on, get dressed and leave.

Get dressed! 

Jake has been on my tail since I left Bitter Creek.

No! And take a horse… and you get as far away as you can. Even though no matter where you are, Jake will find you. 

You were two of a kind! Now get out of here before I hang you myself. 

Go to Aguadulce. Old Raúl has a smithy and he will let you in. This should be enough to buy his silence. 

Then you will have to work. Raúl will find you something to do. 

Where are you going? 

There's no time for that! Take mine. And don’t even think about crossing the border back here again. 

Enough, Joe! 

Enough! Holster your gun, Jake. 

No! Stop! Joe, stop! 

Don’t move… or I swear I will kill you. 

No shit, Jake! 

Now get on the horse and get the fuck out of here! 

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It was a clean shot, straight through the waist. 

Okay, okay… you’re going to be alright. 

Keep pressure on it. 

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These things cannot be calculated, Jake. It is destiny and we cannot run away from it. 

Ours. And since you decided to follow me and look for my son, the three of us were doomed to meet, each of us armed. 

I just wanted to save my son. And I am sorry I had to shoot you. 

Don’t strain yourself. Don’t talk. 

No-one will understand why I missed the shot, let alone why I treated your wound afterward. Rest. There’s plenty of time to talk. 

You hate me as much as you want, Jake. But it won’t help your wound heal any faster. 

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Years ago you asked me what two men could do living together on a ranch. I’ll answer you now. They can look after one another. Protect each other, they can keep other company. 

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FULL MASTERLIST OF PEDRO CHARACTERS DIALOGUE

#pedro pascal #silva strange way of life #pedro pascal characters #silva extrana forma de vida #PPCU #silva dialogue

[justenjoythegossip]

PR ANTICS PART 2: purpose of lies on top of lies in a PR Strategy, examples and blind items

The purpose of lies on top of lies in a PR strategy

Whether they come directly from the horse’s mouth (the PR team), plants (such as certain team PR/Real blogs) or other channels, lies on top of lies can be very useful tools in a PR strategy. And they serve different purposes. Misdirection can be the one of them. But more importantly they give credibility and legitimacy to the original lie. 

Lies from the PR Team

The presence of some Avengers at their alleged kinda first wedding was definitely one of those lies that serves those purposes. It’s funny when you think about it, publications couldn’t decide on the actual location of the wedding. Was it Cape Cod? Was it his house? Of course it was an impossible information to get right since everybody had to sign an NDA and the couple is so private. (read sarcasm)

The details being super sketchy, they probably needed to add more lies to make it more believable. This is when they added the presence of another Avenger: Scarlett. If you guys remember the article from People’s magazine, they gave very specific details about the dinner she had at the restaurant, the sweater she was wearing. They even knew that she and her husband went directly to the museum from the restaurant. It was a classy and intellectual touch. Of course, no picture and no proof but that article served its purpose: sell the kinda wedding. (Sidenote: Scarlett probably wanted in the PR games as well because she needed the exposure. We got the pic at the restaurant with the 4 of them with Stanley Tucci, the SNL party pap pics and the deadline article about her Project Artemis the next day). 

When publications pile on the lies, their obvious goal is to sell the original lie. And hopefully the general public won’t notice the elephant in the room. 

Lies from Plants

Team Real/PR blogs do the same thing. I already wrote a post about how certain Team PR blogs used Abba’s alleged immigration status to discredit the wedding. Here’s the link if you want to check it out.

But I could choose so many examples, even with Chris and Abba’s latest stunt when those blogs lied about Mads Mikkelsen not being at the after party when we got the actual receipts that he was there thanks to a Deadline article. We even got a pic of him and his outfit matched the one he is wearing in the pic with the private couple. 

Their tactics is to fake debunking a lie. By using a lie to discredit a lie, they end up giving legitimacy to the lie they were discrediting. Unfortunately the mind games are very much an integral component of a PR strategy and the fans are a casualty.

Blind Items and their purpose…

Blind items can work according to the same principle. As they keep piling on the lies, the initial lie gets buried under a mountain of deception. After a while, people forget about the original lie and even stop questioning it. 

Of course some blind items are true. Some just have got to be. Otherwise, people wouldn’t be able to use them in order to sell a totally curated narrative. But some (and probably most) of those blind items are totally fictitious and exist only to help manufacture a narrative.

We got a few of those blind items regarding the super private couple. I won’t list them all but I remember one saying Abba allegedly cheated on Chris. Of course, you can’t cheat on someone you are not in a relationship with. Remember the one that said how proud Chris was to have a child bride and that he was gloating to his friends about her youth. You can’t gloat about your young wife if you are not married… That last blind is hilarious because it bears so little credibility given his demeanor but it served its purpose. 

You can find part 1 of PR Antics here: https://www.tumblr.com/justenjoythegossip/739150917734203392/pr-antics-part-1-team-realteam-prs-tactics-the?source=share

I will discuss the apparent change in the PR tactics, the mystery of the deletion of the Vogue pic and where they can go from here in my next post.

[ddemurezy]

The Witch of Westeros

PROLOGUE - see you on the other side

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disclaimer:

I don't own the Scarlet Witch and her storyline, credits to Marvel and Stan Lee.

gif not mine!! got it from pinterest!

this fanfic doesn't follow the plot of the series of HOTD nor it's books. I simply made it up. major spoilers for doctor strange: multiverse of madness. 

note:

tbh, this is my first time ever writing a story in 2nd pov so if it sucks, I'm sorry😭

anyway, It's finally here! sorry for the long wait, hope you enjoy!!

warnings:

mention of blood, stabbing, heads cut off, turning things to ashes. I think that's all, if there's anything I missed out, don't be afraid tell me. !! NOT EDITED !!

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The sound of roaring and explosion mixed with the smell of fire, gunpowder, and the distinct, metallic tang of blood was the only thing you can comprehend at this moment. Your eyes darted from your companions to the demons you were fighting. The fight would’ve ended ages ago if you didn’t know there were thousands—no, millions, of them. Not to mention they can regenerate making your head hurt more than it already did. 

Saving the multiverse became a job—a responsibility, more likely— for not only you but for Dr. Strange and surprisingly, Loki. It’s been months, years, or perhaps it has been decades since you have been saving the multiverse. Time has been a bit complicated for you, per se.

You, The Master of Mystic Arts, and the God of Mischief traveled to countless realities, defeating enemies such as demons, monsters, or even evil variants of yourselves. 

Going through infinite dimensions and saving the other realities was the least idea you thought you would be doing in the future when you first joined the Avengers. Yet here you were, fighting your way through a crowd of merciless nightmarish demonic creatures who can regenerate. Your mission was to retrieve a necklace that holds much power and once belonged to a god and was now passed down to its descendants. It was stored inside the temple on the very top of the mountain that the demonic creatures were guarding. You’re meant to grab it, bring it back to the owner before anyone else can use it to their advantage, and leave without a hassle. 

“Anyone care to help me here?” Dr. Strange yelled from a few miles away. He created a portal, making the group of demons from his fall down and he snapped the portal shut, cutting the heads off. 

“Classic.” Loki chuckled, witnessing the action as he move to stab the demon that jumped on him, grimacing when its blood hit his face. 

You smirked, blasting ten demonic creatures away from you, turning them to ashes as they tried attacking you again. “I don’t think you need anymore help from there, Stephen.” you teased and the said man groaned when another group started hitting him.

“Damn demons. Can’t you do your thing and kill them all, Wanda?” Dr. Strange asked. 

“I can, but they keep coming back no matter what.” You told them. 

Loki muttered under his breath before sharing his thoughts. “They just keep coming back no matter how many times we kill them. It’s impossible for this to happen.”

“Loki, we are in a different reality. I don’t think there is anything more impossible than this.” You retorted, flicking your wrist and lifting one demon and throwing it to the approaching group. 

“What I mean is, there’s a possibility that something or perhaps, someone is summoning them.” Loki proclaimed his theory.

“A distraction.” You sighed out in realization, your eyes widening as you looked around for any sign of different figures in the crowd. A figure walked by miles away from you guys. They were wearing a black hood over their head, covering their face. 

They must’ve felt your gaze and turn to look at you, their purple strange eyes meeting yours before they glared and ran away. 

“Stay here! I’ll handle this.” You shouted to them, lifting yourself with your magic and flying toward where the figure went, ignoring the yells of protest of your two friends. 

You flew away from the crowd of creatures and landed in front of the small cottage you saw them run into, placing a shield behind you so that they cannot attack you from behind. Your eyes hardened seeing it all dark with no trace of light anywhere. Hesitantly, you stepped in, summoning your magic to see a little clearer and to be ready to fight if something or someone attacks you. 

The sound of footsteps approaching behind you alarmed you and you turn around, ready to blast your magic to them until you saw their faces when they got closer.

“Loki! Stephen!” You gasped in surprised, internally sighing in relief when you saw them before frowning. “What are you doing here? I thought I told you I will handle this.” you scolded.

“We can’t just leave you to walk in here with no back ups.” Loki reasoned and Dr. Strange nodded beside him. 

There was no point in fighting so you just nodded and lead the way deeper into the dark cottage that seems to be bigger on the inside. As you walked in silence with all your guard up, a clashing sound was heard behind you, alarming the three of you.

“He’s right, Wanda. We know you can handle yourself but we need to make sure you’re safe.” Stephen said.

But before any of you could say a word, a figure stepped in front of you and pressed two fingers on your temples making you freeze in place.

You could hear Loki and Stephen yelling behind you, and they seem like they were struggling too but you can’t focus on them or anything but the pain you felt on your mind that’s spreading through your whole body. They leaned down and whisper in your ear before letting you go. You tried fighting it and summoning your magic but it was impossible to move. A portal started growing from under your feet and before you could grab into anything, you fell down fast in an unknown, perhaps never ending, hole. 

But you remembered what they had whispered in your ear. 

“Видимо се на другој страни.”

See you on the other side.

#hotd x reader #dsmom spoilers #wanda maximoff #hotd fanfic #aemond targaryen x reader #daemon targaryen x reader #hotd imagine #house of the dragon

[elia-nymmeros]

""A start?" said Ellaria Sand, incredulous. "Gods forbid. I would it were a finish. Tywin Lannister is dead. So are Robert Baratheon, Amory Lorch, and now Gregor Clegane, all those who had a hand in murdering Elia and her children. Even Joffrey, who was not yet born when Elia died. I saw the boy perish with mine own eyes, clawing at his throat as he tried to draw a breath. Who else is there to kill? Do Myrcella and Tommen need to die so the shades of Rhaenys and Aegon can be at rest? Where does it end?" "It ends in blood, as it began," said Lady Nym. "It ends when Casterly Rock is cracked open, so the sun can shine on the maggots and the worms within. It ends with the utter ruin of Tywin Lannister and all his works."" The Watcher, ADwD

Rereading ADwD, one of the most interesting aspects of the Dorne plot for me is that constantly, over and over again, the elder Sand Snakes mock Doran for his perceived weakness, for being slow to act, for planning and disguising and lying instead of outright fighting, claiming that he was a lesser man compared to Oberyn, and yet part of me wonders what they thought/might've thought of Elia while she lived, especially when Gregor's head was brought back to Dorne and the Sand Snakes demanded vengeance not only for Oberyn, but also for Elia and her children.

"Her sister Tyene gave answer. "What he always does," she purred. "Delay, obscure, prevaricate. Oh, no one does that half so well as our brave uncle."" The Watcher, ADwD

It's hard to know because we only have second-handed accounts, but we've been told that Elia was someone agreeable, kind, with a good heart, someone precisely like Doran and very unlike Oberyn. No account of Elia presents her as a bold, outspoken, bloodthirsty, or vengeful woman, which of course doesn't mean that she wasn't, but it means that she didn't choose to present herself as one in front of Dorne and King's Landing court; in fact, some people even remember her as "drab" and "frail". It's very poignant to see the Sand Snakes asking to spill blood and kill innocent people in the name of a woman dead some 17 years ago who, as a matter of fact, probably never wanted to see the entirety of Casterly Rock and Oldtown destroyed and slain, children and smallfolk included.

"Princess Elia was a good woman, Your Grace. She was kind and clever, with a gentle heart and a sweet wit." ADwD, Daenerys IV

""We could kill him, to be sure," said Tyene, "but then we would need to kill the rest of his party too, even those sweet young squires. That would be … oh, so messy."" ADwD, The Watcher

It's interesting for me that they learned this bloodthirsty attitude from Oberyn, who of course had almost two decades of virulent resentment because the brutal rape and murder of his sister and her children went unpunished, but who was also the man who probably knew Elia the best and what ideas she held about retribution, not some idealized version of a woman who they probably don't remember. Part of me wonders if the Sand Snakes wouldn't have found Elia cowardly and weak and useless too, simply because she displayed the same ideas about politics and power than Doran, because all accounts of Elia (all three of them) shows us a genuinely gentle and easy-going person who did not murder and poison her way to power as it is common in the royal court.

"I am not blind, nor deaf. I know that you all believe me weak, frightened, feeble. Your father knew me better (...)" The Watcher, ADwD

"It must have been the madness that led Aerys to refuse Lord Tywin's daughter and take his son instead, whilst marrying his own son to a feeble Dornish princess with black eyes and a flat chest." AFfC, Cersei V

I'm not saying that Elia wouldn't have wanted The Mountain dead or that the Sand Snakes were in the wrong for wanting their family members avenged, because Tywin Lannister and his lackeys were evil men who committed several crimes against the Martells and faced no direct repercussions, but the extreme level of hatred that the Sand Snakes show towards everyone who happens to be named Lannister, their willingness to go to a war they cannot hope to win with allies they aren't sure they can trust without any kind of well-thought plan, and the constant derision they show towards Doran and his attitudes... part of me feels like Elia has already been forgotten by them, replaced by an empty figurehead who they can rally around and use to justify their cruelty, while at the same time disdaining the same attitudes that Elia herself was known for...

"Written? If you were half the man my father was—" AFfC, The Captain of Guards.

""Obara would make Oldtown our father's funeral pyre, but I am not so greedy. Four lives will suffice for me. Lord Tywin's golden twins, as payment for Elia's children. The old lion, for Elia herself. And last of all the little king, for my father." "The boy has never wronged us."" AFfC, The Captain of Guards.

Something something about letting vengeance and senseless violence consume you, about a woman dead so many years ago and yet still loved by her people and her family, about the attitudes we teach our children and how they might end up twisted without a specific contextualization in time and space...

#asoiaf #a song of ice and fire #elia martell #sand snakes #doran martell #a dance with dragons #adwd #valyrianscrolls #i genuinely don't think the eldest sand snakes would've liked elia personally #which ofc doesn't mean they didn't love her #oh dorne plot i love you

[axelsagewrites]

Hi. Can I request Edmure x female Snow (Jon’s sister) where Edmure, reader, Jon etc learn her heritage and after dany’s mad queen thing is reader selected to be queen and Edmure her consort. Maybe smut too, either way more Edmure.

Edmure Tully*My Queen, My Love

Pairing: snow!f!reader x husband!edmure

A/N: I did change your request slightly since I just couldn’t think of how to write danny as the mad queen or how to get the plot going so now its edmures reaction to her heritage and danny naming her as her heir and them celebrating with some soft smut at the end so I hope you still like it!

Word count: 2705

Warnings: talks of death/red wedding, praise, ‘my queen’ honorific, f!receiving oral, fingering, slight teasing, thighs, soft smut 18+

Past

When Jon left for the wall, you thought you’d never see him again. When your sisters got taken as hostages in the red keep you thought they were as good as dead. When Winterfell was taken you thought your youngest brothers were gone for good. Everyone around you began to drop like flies and if not for Edmure you would have thrown yourself from Riverrun’s walls when you got the news of Robbs brutal murder and at a wedding no less.

Your stomach churned at the memory, and you wondered what your own fate would have been if Robb had not sent you and Edmure back to Riverrun to defend it from Lannister attacks. Sometimes you wondered if he knew, if somehow Robb felt the unease in the air of the twins. When you hugged Robb goodbye for the last time you clung on, but you did not know why you did or why your direwolf star was so reluctant to leave Greywind’s side. She, like ghost, was a pale white but unlike his red eyes hers were the palest of purples, so pale you wondered if they were clear in certain lights.

You were only halfway to Riverrun when you heard the news. You tried to back, hell bent of trying to avenge Robb with a sword, a wolf, and only three men but Edmure had to hold you back. He screamed at you in the forest ‘do you want to die? What of your sisters who will they have to save them when your dead at Walder Frey’s feet? Dying won’t bring him back.'

'My father is dead. My brothers are dead. The girls are as good as dead and only the gods know where Jon is, you screamed it back, face wet with tears and your voice tearing the air. I have no one.'

'You have me and you have star and the gods be good your sisters in time, but you won’t have anything if you run without thinking.'

His words swam about your heads for the weeks you spent traveling with Edmure and the two others Robb had sent with you. Your gold ran out quickly and there were no friends for you to find. That was until you came across the man with half his face scorched off. You’d found him in a heap at the bottom of a mountain and were shocked when you noticed his shallow breaths.

You didn’t know why you felt the need to stop your travels for a week to nurse him back to health, but you did and when he was not insulting you or trying to start fights his roughness started to slip. 'Did you see a girl dressed as a boy? Brown hair, face like a pinched arse, a tiny needle of a sword. Goes by Arry.' Arya. Your sister was alive. You had hope again.

Eventually the gods turned your fate. You may have lost the two guards Robb had sent with you in skirmishes, but you were left with Sandor and Edmure and eventually the brotherhood found you. With them came travels and with travels came Jon. Finally you had Jon back. Then Sansa too and with the hope Arya was out there you dared continue.

Meanwhile you had Edmure beside you the entire time. He backed all your decisions publicly and debated you in private but never to berate. He helped you heal the wounds you couldn’t reach and didn’t eat till he made sure you had your share. He was the rock securing your tie to reality.

You remember his reaction to meeting Daenerys Targaryen, first of her name. Its not her dragons we should fear. A woman who brings the Dothraki across the sea on the hope of a promise not given to her holds power. Her words hold power.

While Sansa was sceptical of her you felt yourself drawn to her. As time went on you began to view her as more of a friend than a foreign queen. You found yourself added to her small council. Despite Tyrion being her hand, it was you she turned to in her dilemma.

Then one day Jon barged into one of your chambers, insisting it could not wait a day longer. He forced Edmure to leave the chambers despite you insisting that the man who had become your husband could hear anything he had to say. 'Ned Stark was not our father sweet sister, but he was not a stranger either.' You felt the colour drain from your face as he spoke. 'Bran, he saw it, Lyanna Stark on her birthing bed. Twins in her arms. We had a mother sweet sister and a father too. Rhaegar Targaryen.'

Present

After he broke the news, you demanded he leave, not wanting him to speak another word till you could bare to tell Daenerys yourself. Then Edmure returned. As you told him everything Jon had revealed you felt your world spinning as Edmure sat silently taking it all in.

The feel of Edmures hands grabbing yours slowed your rant, your breathing steadying. “Breathe my love. It is going to be okay,”

“But what if its not?” You asked, a break in your voice.

You looked to the man that had kept you afloat during this war with wide eyes brimmed with tears. His hand gently moved to hold your face, “You are still you, my love. This does not need to change your world unless you choose it too. Your brother will back you; he always has. I am here for you love. We are safe, we will survive this,”

“What if she thinks us a threat?” You said, voice barely above a whisper, “Rober Baratheon would’ve murdered them in their cribs if he had got there in time to swing his hammer. What will she do to me?”

“She has shown you no signs of tyranny, no signs of madness. If you lie to her, scheme against her, she will know but even if ned Stark was not your father you still have his honour,” Edmure said, leaning to kiss your forward softly, “and you have me. I may not breath fire, but I would fight any dragon for you,”

You watched as Daenerys face turned as Jon told her the truth with you by his side. “If it were true, you would be the last living male Targaryen. Are you here to threaten my claim?” She asked, her face twisting into betrayal.

“No,” you said, finally speaking up in the silence, “Jon has no interest in the iron throne, do you brother?” You said, scared when he paused for a moment before agreeing with you.

Daenerys turned away, pacing to the fire in silence, “Leave us,” she said, her head raising to face Jon, “and do not speak a word of this to anyone. Swear it,”

“I swear it your grace,” Jon said, nodding his head solemnly before leaving.

As the door shut Daenerys finally turned to look at you, “I assume Edmure knows,” she said dryly, “Who else?”

“No one your grace,” you said, crossing the room to try come to her side but she backed away, “No one needs know if you don’t want them too. But you cannot deny you need a family,”

“I have my dragons,” she said, almost spitting the words before looking into the flames, “A woman told me once they would be my only children,” she said with a softer tone.

"When the sun rises in the west and sets in the east," you whispered back, having heard her tales of her first marriage many nights.

“When the seas go dry and mountains blow in the wind like leaves,” she said, her eyes not leaving the flickering flames, “I believe I will see my child when I die. The son a witch stole from me. The family I was told to dream about having as a child, gone. What is a queen with no heirs?” She said, finally looking from the flames. “If I was to name Jon my heir people would cross their fingers for the day I died. Your land has never cared much for their queens,”

You paused for a moment, thinking back to the talks you had with Edmure the night before. “There is another way your grace,” you said, moving over to sit in the armchair by the fire, Daenerys moving to the other, “The northerns have never liked to bend their knee to the south but what if you didn’t make them? Allow Jon to be king of the north, recognise Robbs kingship and his will naming Jon as his heir. No southern lord is going to fight for a bastard to sit the iron throne,”

Daenerys sat back in her chair, thinking over your words carefully, “And what of you? You would stay in the north to take the throne after him?”

You shook your head lightly, “No your grace. He may be my brother, but you are my queen. I will follow you south, fight your battles and die for you, if need be, serve however required,”

Daenerys paused, chuckling slightly under her breath, “Even as my heir?” She said, her eyes hard to read.

“Unless you have children,” you said but Daenerys just laughed and stood again.

“No. My dragons are my children. One of them is already dead. My womb has been cursed and the child bed is more dangerous than any battle ahead. Now I will not have children. But I will have an heir. An heir who will act as a delegate to the newly independent north. You,” she said, finally turning back to see you, “You shall be my heir and you shall rule when I am gone. Not your husband, not Jon. You,”

The feast announcing Daenerys decision was one of the last moments of joy for many before the long night. You sat at the head table, Daenerys on one side and Edmure on the other. He held your hand under the table, his thumb stroking over your hand. Jon sat on the other side of Daenerys; a shoddy silver crown placed on his head unlike the one Daenerys wore made of gold.

After the festivities you walked back to your chamber, slightly lightheaded from the wine but with Edmures arm wrapped around yours to steady yourself. “One day you will be a queen,” he hummed, smiling down at you, “The title suits me,”

“Hopefully not for a long time,” you said, kissing his cheek as you stumbled to your chambers, “Excited about your future promotion?” You joked with a drunken grin.

He shook his head with a chuckle, “the title is yours not mine. I will not rule for you love for you will be my queen. Though I hope you will at least allow me on your council when the time comes,” he said as you turned into the corridor your chamber lay in.

“Of course,” you said, hugging his arm tighter, “You have always been my hand. Without you I am nothing,”

“No, my love,” he said as he unlatched the chamber door, “You are everything and more,” he said, kissing your lips softly in the chamber doorway. “Give me a moment to light the fire,”

As Edmure stoked the flames you began to slip out of your northern clothes, leaving them in a pile at the side of the bed and leaving only your shift on for coverage. You sat on the foot of the bed, watching as Edmure finally had the fire burning bright before he took his own outdoor clothing off.

“You look divine my love,” he said as he sat his neatly folded tunic on the armchair by the fire.  You held your hand out to him across the room, silently beckoning him over. Edmure did as you asked wordlessly, gently taking your hand and moving to stand between your legs. He bent down, pressing a slow soft kiss to your lips. Your hands rested on his shoulders, his cupping your jaw lightly before he stood up straight again, “It is time for rest my love,” he said, moving back to kick off his boots.

You shook your softly at him, a smile toying your lips, “We are celebrating tonight remember?” You said, standing so you could wrap your arms around his waist to pull him closer. His body, left with only his trousers, pressed flush against yours leaving no gaps between your skin. “Wont you celebrate with me, husband?” You asked, a teasing smile on your lips.

“I suppose some celebrating could be in order,” Edmure said with a light chuckle. He lifted your chin with his fingers, his head dipping to reconnect your lips. Your arms wrapped around his shoulders in an attempt to pull him closer somehow. You were breathless as Edmure walked you back till the backs of your thighs hit the bed frame. “Lay down my queen,” he said, panting as he pulled away from your lips.

“I am not queen yet,” you said, the wine making the idea more funny than terrifying. None the less you moved to lay on the bed, letting your shift bunch up to reveal more of your thighs.

Edmures eyes scanned your thighs, soaking in your frame. You couldn’t help but notice the outline in his trousers by this point but you did not protest as he began to crawl up the bed to you, kissing your calf then knee and up to your thighs, “Let me serve you my queen,” he said as he placed a kiss to your inner thigh, “You have always been my queen,”

Your breathing was ragged as you felt him kiss up your inner thighs, his breath fanning over your skin making it tingle. Your fingers ran over his hair, toying with it softly, “Serve me husband,” you said, aching for his mouth which was less than an inch from where you wanted it to be, “Serve your queen,” you inhaled sharply when you felt him place a soft kiss to your wet cunt, his lips moving up to place another wet kiss to your clit. Your fingers tugged his hair gently as he began to lick soft stripes up your cunt, his pressure increasing with each lick to tease the feeling. While you were usually the one doing the teasing Edmure wanted to make sure this was truly a celebration for you tonight as his tongue worked its wonders while his hands softly squeezed your thighs.

His mouth moved up, his focus turning to gently sucking your clit as curse words slipped from under your breath. His hand slipped from your thigh, slowly grazing over your skin till his fingers began to tease your hole. You moaned lightly when you felt his fingers slowly slipping in as he had practised many times with you over the years. You could feel your thighs tighten around his head and how he moaned sending vibrations through your wet cunt.

You could feel your body tightening, a knot forming in your stomach as Edmure began to hit your sweet spot, his fingers curling gently to hit closer with each move. “Yes,” you gasped, your fingers suddenly tightening in his hair, “Like that,” you said, your voice caught as your body tightened.

Edmure did exactly as he was told as he felt your thighs begin to twitch. Your body felt close to bursting till your orgasm spilled over you, your legs clamping around his head as your body tensed up, toes curling. Edmure did not attempt to remove his tongue or mouth as he let you ride out your wave, only moving when he felt your legs begin to release his head.

He came up for air, his face slick and an adoring smile on his face, “You truly are amazing,” he murmured, kissing your thigh before moving up to lay beside you.

You turned, trying to reach for his trousers to return the favour but Edmure caught your wrist, raising your hand up to his lips to kiss, “Not yet love. Catch your breath my queen,”

You laughed lightly at his words, “Are you always going to call me that?” You asked.

“Yes, for it will always be true,”

Taglist @clairacassidy @nyotamalfoy @valeskafics

#edmure tully x you #edmure tully x reader #edmure tully imagine #edmure tully #edmure tully fanfic #game of thrones smut #game of thrones imagine #game of thrones #game of thrones x reader #asoiaf #asoiaf x reader #asoiaf imagine #asoiaf smut #edmure tully smut

[hobiebrownismygod]

Researching Characters so you don't have to Part 8: Who is Jess Drew/Spider-Woman?

Origins:

Jessica Drew was originally born in England. Her father was a renowned genetic researcher and sort of a mad scientist, who focused specifically on arachnids (spiders). As a result of exposure to Uranium something her father often used, Jess developed a deadly illness which her father attempted to cure by creating a spider serum.

Although the serum did heal her, it also gave her spider powers, although she was not welcomed with open arms. She ran away to a nearby village where she fell in love with a young man, who she ended up accidentally killing. She was accused of being a witch and she was forced to run away again, eventually falling into the arms of Otto Vermis, a H.Y.D.R.A official.

She trained hard and became one of their top trainees, however she refused to kill Director Nick Fury during her first mission and rebelled against them, leaving H.Y.D.R.A.

After that, she became known as the vigilante, Spider-Woman, and also became a private investigator, patrolling the streets at night while being a detective during the day.

She ends up losing her powers then gaining them back and a lot more, but I can't fit her entire comic series into one post, so this is just her very basic origins.

She does however join the Avengers and SWORD, unlike a lot of the other Spider-people.

Fun Facts:

She's multi-lingual cuz of training with H.Y.D.R.A, and speaks Russian, Japanese, Portuguese, Korean, Spanish, German and French

She's a super spy - she's really really skilled in espionage

She has the ability to glide through the air - not to be confused with flying, which she can't do

She was a S.H.I.E.L.D agent

My Spider-Sona takes some inspiration from her!!

Sources:

#across the spiderverse #atsv #spiderman atsv #miles morales #spiderman #beyond the spiderverse #across the spider verse #jess drew #jessica drew #spider woman #researching characters #spiderwoman #Jessica drew #spider man across the spider verse #spiderman: across the spiderverse #spiderman across the spiderverse #btsv

[weclassybouquetfun]

Hannah leading the TED LASSO pack.

Doing tourist tings.

"We saw you from across the bar and we like your vibe.."

With TED LASSO ending (and it is ending. I don't care about all the hedging that still persists about, "We told *this* story", the show's done. They need to hush their butts with that) it's time to look towards the future. What is on the horizon for AFC Richmond.

The cast next gigs...Oooh whee, what's up with that? What's. Up.With.That?

-Jason Sudeikis will appear in Charlie Day's directorial debut FOOL'S PARADISE.

-Hannah Waddingham: Will co-host Eurovision next month, appears in the four part Masterpiece mini TOM JONES

, will appear in THE FALL GUY with Ryan Gosling, MISSION IMPOSSIBLE: DEAD RECKONING Part 2, will have a Christmas special and will do voicework in Dan Harmon's animated series for Fox KRAPOPOLIS (alongside Matt Berry and Richard Ayoade) and voicework in 2024's animated film GARFIELD with Chris Pratt voicing the titular lasagne loving cat.

-Brett Goldstein: Brett will also do voice work for GARFIELD. He's also currently writing series two of Apple+'s SHRINKING

-Toheeb Jimoh can be currently seen on POWER on Amazon Prime. He's currently in rehearsals for his return to the stage in ROMEO AND JULIET for the Almedia Theatre.

-Nick Mohammed: Unsure whether the series that he created/writes and stars in INTELLIGENCE will be renewed as a series or as a wrap-up film, Nick has other works going. He costars in MAGGIE MOORES directed by John Slattery (MAD MEN) and stars Tina Fey and Jon Hamm; he will do voicework in the sequel to CHICKEN RUN titled CHICKEN RUN: DAWN OF THE NUGGET and he has a role in the upcoming Disney+ historical series THE BALLAD OF RENEGADE NELL which will star Alice Kremelberg (ORANGE IS THE NEW BLACK), Frank Dillane, Joely Richardson and Craig Parkinson.

-Jeremy Swift: Will do voice work in the animated cat caper 10 LIVES joining Bill Nighy, Sophie Okonedo and Simone Ashley. Jeremy also joins the Disney Descendants universe for the musical DESCENDANTS: THE RISE OF RED. He currently has a cd out.

-Phil Dunster: Phil is sticking around Apple TV+ for the time being as he joined series two of their drama SURFACE which stars Gugu Mbatha-Raw (the first season saw her opposite Oliver Jackson-Cohen).

-Juno Temple: Juno was already in the DC universe with a role in THE DARK KNIGHT RISES, but now she joins Brett and Cristo in the Marvel world with a role in the upcoming VENOM 3. She also has a role in the upcoming EVEREST about George Mallory's attempt at scaling the mountain. It will star Ewan McGregor, Sam Heughan and Mark Strong. However, before all that, expect to see her in series 5 of FARGO.

-Cristo Fernandez is a jobbing actor. You will hear him in TRANSFORMERS: RISE OF THE BEAST as Wheeljack

he will do voicework in SCOOB! HOLIDAY HAUNT, he appears in four shorts, the feature 3 FLOWERS and it was just announced that he's joining series 3 of Apple TV+'s ACAPULCO and the Disney+ adaptation of ALEXANDER AND THE TERRIBLE, HORRIBLE, NO GOOD, VERY BAD DAY.

-Moe Jeudy-Lamour (Thierry Zoreaux Van Damme) will costar in the sequel to cousins Stephen and Robbie Amell's film CODE 8. It will be released on Netflix.

New Village People has dropped.

-Moe Hashim: Moe will costar in Roland Emmerich's gladiator series THOSE ABOUT TO DIE.

-Charlie Hiscock: Will appear in Yorgos Lanthimos' POOR THINGS alongside Margaret Qualley, Emma Stone, Willem Dafoe and Mark Ruffalo.

-Sarah Niles: Will turn up in the long gestating reboot of THE TOXIC AVENGER starring Peter Dinklage, Jane Levy, Elijah Wood, Kevin Bacon and Jacob Tremblay. She can currently be seen in ITVX's RICHES.

-James Lance: Always one for voicework, James has lent his talent to the short HANGING which is the writer debut of background Greyhound Joe Street (far right).

#ted lasso #ted lasso cast #jason sudeikis #hannah waddingham #toheeb jimoh #james lance #cristo fernández #brett goldstein #phil dunster #jeremy swift #moe hashim #sarah niles #juno temple #moe Jeudy-Lamour

[goblininawig]

Death & Mischief, Part 1

This is one of 2 short pieces I wrote for Death Appreciation Week, hosted by @orionsangel86 , about two times that Death of the Endless and Loki of Asgard crossed paths.

Death and Mischief Go to Valhalla

Loki is surprised to find himself watching as his brother mourns him. Even moreso to discover the dark, winged woman by his side.

<500 words | Rated T | a03 link

Warning: Major Character Death

Tags: Canon Compliant with Movie: Avengers: Infinity War (2018), Crossovers & Fandom Fusions, Canonical Character Death, Afterlife, Valhalla, Random & Short, Fix-It of Sorts, Short One Shot

The Mad Titan had Loki in his grasp, not fooled by the trickster’s attempt at false fealty.

Loki glared at Thanos, choking out, “You… will never be… a god.”

The sound of Loki’s neck snapping echoed through the decimated bridge of the Asgardian refugee vessel.

“ No resurrections this time,” Thanos promised, dropping the dead god.

“No… Loki…” Thor sobbed.

Loki suddenly found himself, standing to one side, watching as Thanos and the Black Order teleported away, releasing Thor from his bonds. His brother crawls to his side, for Loki’s body still rests where it dropped, and lays his one-eyed head on Loki’s chest, weeping. Loki looked away from the painful scene into the dark, compassionate eyes of a young woman with large black wings. 

Where had she come from?  He blinked in surprise.

She was garbed in what looked like Valkyrie armor, but it was black rather than white. Instead of a dotted white painted design painted around her eyes, there was a black spiral below her lashes.

“Do I know you?”

The woman didn’t answer, but only smiled, a little sadly. She held out her hand to him.

“Oh,” Loki gasped, “It’s you.”

He started to put his hand in hers, but pulled it back again.

“What happens now?”

“Now’s when you find out, Loki.”

Then he placed his pale hand in her dark one, and the sound of her wings covered the noise of the Statesman exploding. They traveled with the speed of Odin’s ravens, and yet the way through the Sunless Lands was long and hard. Loki clung to Death of the Endless, and she held him with a gentle fierceness that he felt uncertain of deserving.

Finally, Death landed in a place filled with light. He blinked as his eyes adjusted, revealing a green mountain meadow in which gilded architecture promised rest and ease. Loki’s clothes were transformed, all white and shining, though Death still retained her dark loveliness. With one more smile, she left him. 

As the sound of her wings fell away, Loki saw Heimdall halfway across the bridge they both stood on. Heimdall was staring at the golden banqueting hall waiting for them among the foothills. He was also wearing clothing of radiant white. Heimdall turned to greet him, his health and good humor fully restored.

“Loki Odinson.”

“Heimdall.”

“I see you’re also dead now.”

“So it would seem.”

“Welcome to Valhalla. Shall we go to your father?”

Loki nodded. “My mother is likely to be with him. I should very much like to see her.”

Heimdall gestured forward, “After you, my lord.”

Loki shook his head, but smiled. “Together.”

Heimdall grinned.

Together, they passed into their final resting place.

#the sandman #death of the endless #death appreciation week #loki odinson #mcu #crossover #death #vikings valhalla #fanfic #sandman fanfiction #rated t #read on a03 #goblininawig

[thexvthmember]

Welcome to my FGO Cain and Abel Fan-Servant Masterpost! I hope you like overly detailed OC profiles, scroll at your own discretion lmao

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True Name: Cain and Abel

Servant Class: Avenger

Rarity: ☆☆☆☆☆

Cost: 16

ATK: 1953/12641 HP: 2183/14877

Grail ATK: 13838 Grail HP: 16309

Lvl.120 ATK: 16242 Lvl.120 HP: 19168

Attribute: Star Growth: Linear

Star Gen: 6.00% Star Absorption: 29

NP Charge ATK: 0.47% NP Charge DEF: 5%

Death Rate: 30.0%

Traits: Male, Humanoid, Servant, Weak to Enuma Elish, Divine, Animal Traits Servant, Moon

Quick: 3 hit Arts: 2 hits Buster: 4 hits Extra Attack: 6 hits

Quick Attacks: Cain and Abel rush the enemy, Cain holds the enemy in place as Abel attacks it

Arts Attacks: Cain attacks the enemies from a distance with stones and summoned crows

Buster Attack: Abel rushes the enemy and beats on them savagely while Cain tries to pull him back

Extra Attack: Cain cries out and rushes the enemy, Abel appears from behind him and stabs through both of them with his herding cane

Parameters

Strength: C Endurance: E-EX

Aglity: D Mana: C+

Luck: E- NP: A+

Passive Skills

Divinity C:

Increases own damage by 150.

Madness Enhancement (First Blood) A:

Increases own Buster performance by 10%.

Increases own Extra Card performance by 20% when Guts is activated.

Territory Creation (Wayward Wandering) A:

Increases own Arts performance by 10%.

Heals self by 100 when defeating an enemy.

Blood that Taints the Earth A+:

Increases own Critical Damage by 15% on Forest Battlefield, Hill Battlefield, Wilderness Battlefeld, Rocky Mountain Battlefield, Prairie Battlefield.

Curse of Cain A++:

Decreases own Debuff resistance by 20%, [Demerit]

Grants self Spreading Curse status. [Demerit]

(Increases Curse damage on self by 200%)

Active Skills

The Sins and Boons of Eve A+

Deals 2000 damage to self for 3 turns. HP cannot fall below 1 from this skill. [Treated as buff] (Demerit)

Grants self On-Attack-Activate buff for 3 turns.

(Charges own NP when attacking with Buster Cards)

Grants self On-Attack-Activate buff for 3 turns.

(Increase Defense for 3 turns when attacking with Arts Cards)

Clears all debuffs.

Level: 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10

NP+:| 1.5% | 5.5% | 6% | 6.5% | 7% | 7.5% | 8% | 8.5% | 9% | 9.5% | 10%

Defense+:| 5% | 5.5% | 6% | 6.5% | 7% | 7.5% | 8% | 8.5% | 9% | 9.5% | 10%

Cooldown: | 8 | 7 | 6

Unlocks after 1st Ascension

Mark of the Pariah EX

Draws attention for all enemies to self by 500% for 1 turn. Grants self Guts for 3 turns.

[Activating Guts status will not end turn.]

Grants self On-Guts-Activated buff for 3 turns.

(When Guts status is activated, inflict [Mark of Cain] status for 5 turns to enemy.)

Increase Attack for 3 times, 3 turns.

Level: 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10

Revive with:| 500 | 550 | 600 | 650 | 700 | 750 | 800 | 850 | 900 | 950 | 1000

Attack+:| 30% | 32%% | 34% | 36% | 38% | 40% | 42% | 44% | 46% | 48% | 50%

Cooldown: | 9 | 8 | 7

Unlocks after 3rd Ascension

Raven Guided Burial A+

Increase own NP gauge.

Reduce all enemies NP gauge by 1.

Grants party Mental Debuff immunity for 1 time, 3 turns.

Increase party’s NP damage for 1 time, 3 turns.

Selects own NP Command Card’s type between Arts or Buster for 3 turns.

Level: 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10

NP+:| 20% | 21% | 22% | 23% | 24% | 25% | 26% | 27% | 28% | 29% | 30%

NP Damage+:| 10% | 11% | 12% | 13% | 14% | 15% | 16% | 17% | 18% | 19% | 20%

Cooldown: | 8 | 7 | 6

Noble Phantasm

Genesis of Envy

「 Death of the Brother, Origin of Sin」

Rank Classifcation Type Hit Count

A+ Anti-Army Sin Arts 5

Effect:

Remove all enemy’s Defensive Buffs. [Activates first]

Deal significant damage to all enemies. [Lvl.]

<Deals (100%+25%*N) extra damage>

N: Enemy [Mark of Cain]’s stack count, Max; 4 stacks.>

NP Level: 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5

Damage+: 1200% - 1400% - 1600% - 1800% - 2000%

Overcharge Effect:

Chance to Instant Kill all enemies [Takes effect after damage].

Recover Own HP.

Charge: 100% | 200% | 300% | 400% | 500%

Heal+:| 1000 | 1500 | 2000 | 2500 | 3000

Death Chance+| 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90%

Exactment of Envy

「 First Victim of Sin, Slaughtered Lamb」

Rank Classifcation Type Hit Count

[C]A+ Anti-Unit Sin Buster 5

Effect:

Remove one enemy’s Defensive Buffs. [Activates first]

Deal significant damage to one enemy. [Lvl.]

<Deals (100%+25%*N) extra damage>

N: Enemy [Mark of Cain]’s stack count, Max; 4 stacks.>

NP Level: 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5

Damage+: 1200% - 1400% - 1600% - 1800% - 2000%

Overcharge Effect:

Chance to Instant Kill one enemy [Takes effect after damage].

Increase Attack for 3 turns.

Increase Critical Damage for 3 turns.

Charge: | 100% | 200% | 300% | 400% | 500%

Death Chance+: | 50% | 60% | 70% | 80% | 90%

Attack+: | 30% | 35% | 40% | 45% | 50%

Crit Damage+: | 50% | 62.5% | 76% | 87.5% | 100%

Bond 10 Reward:

Second Born Blood

When this card is equipped on Cain and Abel (Avenger),

Gain 20 critical stars and grant party Invincibility for 1 turn when they are defeated.

Description:

”Am I my brother’s keeper?”

In the years I was left to wander the earth, the question I had posed to the Lord continued to plague my mind. The ground onto which I had spilled my brother’s blood never bore fruit again. The curse etched into my soul burned as I beared the brunt of attempts on my life, only to be saved by it and live another day.

”Am I my brother’s keeper?”

For a time, I despised him. I loathed the searing sun and desolate ground, detested the stinging winds and wrathful flames. It must be his fault, the burden I bear. Why had the Lord favored him, when my offering was just as plentiful? If he hadn’t been a braggart, I wouldn’t have struck him dead!

”Am I my brother’s keeper?”

What a fool. He had done nothing but rejoice, yet I was blinded by envy. I had partaken in sin of my own volition, there was no one else to blame. This curse was my just deserts.

If I could turn back time, return to those blissful days before jealousy consumed me..

”Brother, Master is calling. Let’s not keep them waiting.”

Then I shall be my brother’s keeper, for as long as fate allows me.

Character Information:

The tragic brothers from the book of Genesis.

There’s not much to be said about this pair that hasn’t already been said, aside from how cruel it must be to now share a Spirit Origin with your killer.

Oddly, Cain seems to be the mild-mannered and polite brother, while Abel’s presence bears a menacing aura.

Approach them with caution.

Bond 1:

Height/Weight: 175 cm • 76.2 kg/160 cm • 60 kg

Origin: Biblical

Alignment: Chaotic Evil/Chaotic

Neutral

Genders: Male

”Thank you for having us, Master.”

”Master, may I strike Brother?”

”Oh Abel...”

Bond 2:

There were once a pair of brothers, the elder named Cain and younger named Abel.

Cain was a tiller, working the land, while Abel was a herdsman, tending to livestock. One day, they were commanded to make an offering to God.

Cain burnt the plentiful yield of his crops, and Abel the finest young of his flock. However, God only looked upon Abel’s offering with favor. God told the older brother it was for his own good, for his improvement

Envy, pride and wrath raged within Cain, that he had been rejected so callously. And when the brothers were next alone in his fields, the younger was struck dead.

And so God banished Cain, marked as sinner.

But that’s a story we all know, isn’t it?

Bond 3:

For in truth, what had it meant to strike someone dead, when death meant nothing to man yet? Cain knew not what he was doing when he attacked, simply acting on his basest urge to hurt out of being hurt. And from Abel’s death was born the sin of murder.

Perhaps the true curse he was inflicted with wasn’t the mark God gave him, but the overwhelming guilt that plagued him for the rest of his wandering days.

All he could think about was the life he had snuffed; the kind and caring soul surrounded by his herds. As he grew old, how would his brother have appeared if they still stood side-by-side? As his child was born, would he have been there to congratulate him? As he laid beneath the toppled bricks of his rooftop, was Abel there in the winds, rightfully laughing at the irony of his death by stone?

Oh, remorse was a heavy burden to bear indeed.

Bond 4:

○The Sins and Boons of Eve A+

Some interpretations say that while the brothers shared Eve as their mother, their fathers may have been different. Cain is sometimes believed to have been conceived through an affair, partners ranging from the snake that tempted Eve, to a fallen angel, to the devil himself. And it is this possible inhuman blood that leads to one answer as to why the older brother was capable of such sin.

○Mark of the Pariah EX

The curse placed upon Cain was one meant to make him suffer. The earth he once nurtured would never again offer its prize for his labor, and those who saw the mark upon his skin would know his nature. And perhaps it was mercy, or a twisted sense of justice, that God also made the mark one of protection; Cain would not die before his allotted time, unlike the life he so cruelly ended.

○Corvid Guided Burial A+

When Abel was struck down, Cain was at a loss. The death of man was a mystery to him, let alone one by another’s hand. It was then a Corvid landed on the ground. The bird sang a strange, sorrowful song as it scratched the ground, calling for the murderer to follow it. And follow he did, digging a deep hole to bury his brother in.

Though, Cain couldn’t understand why there were tears running down his face as he did.

Bond 5:

Genesis of Envy

「 Death of the Brother, Origin of Sin」

Rank: A+

Type: Anti-Army Sin

Range: 0~?

Target: N/A

While on the surface Cain appears to be calm and levelheaded, his sin follows him wherever he goes. There’s an urge that scratches underneath his skin; to kill his brother again, and again, and again. As long as Abel lives, Cain must forever hold back the instinct to strike him down. So instead, he takes out that pent up desire on the enemies he faces, tearing them down without regret or mercy. They will be his sacrificial lambs; anything to keep Abel safe.

Exactment of Envy

「 First Victim of Sin, Slaughtered Lamb」

Rank: A+

Type: Anti-Unit Sin

Range: 1~3

Target: 1 Person

The brothers are inextricably linked through their shared tragedy, each too weak to be summoned separately. It is Abel that causes their shared Spirit Origin to manifest as Avenger, but had they not been summoned together, Exactment of Envy would not be nearly as powerful without him being directly linked to the source of his vengeance. Even as murderer and victim, these brothers rely on one another, in a twisted way.

Unlock After Interlude:

Ahhh, he deserves to die. How dare he, how dare he, how dare he!

What had I ever done to deserve this?! Had I not been good? Had I not been dutiful? Had I not been kind? I only did what was asked of me! I only wanted to do right by the Lord, my God!

In the field that day...

Why, why, WHY!?

Why... Big brother...?

No.

You’re not my brother, are you? You’re nothing but a filthy animal in disguise, pretending to be an innocent lamb. Murderer, murderer, murderer, that must be all you are...

Then I suppose that means both us brothers died that day! Hah, hahahaAHAHAHAHA!

And yet... why am I still not satisfied?

Voice Lines

Possible VAs:

Cain- Yoshimasa Hosoya (for tone - Nezumi from No.6)

Abel- Akira Ishida (for tone - Zeref from Fairy Tail)

Summoned:

Cain: Good tidings Master, we are Avenger, our names are-

Abel: Murderer.

Cain: ...

Cain: ... Cain, my name is Cain.

Abel: Abel. Don’t expect much from us Master. We’re just dead weight after all.

Cain: Please don’t say that Abel, that’s not true.

Abel: Silence, you don’t deserve to speak.

Cain: ... *sigh*

Leveling

Level Up 1:

Cain: Look Abel, we’ve gotten stronger!

Abel: Am I strong enough to kill you yet?

Level Up 2:

Abel: Heh... Hehehehe...

Cain: As long as you’re happy.

Level Up 3:

Abel: Brot- Nevermind.

Cain: It’s okay Abel.

1st Ascension:

Cain: Huh? Th-these marks? Oh, they’re my... my...

Abel: Go on. Confess, monster.

Cain: ... From when I killed Abel, the proof of my sin. I pray they’re not too unsightly, Master.

Abel: Hmph...

2nd Ascension:

Abel: Ahhhh, agghhhh...

Cain: What’s wrong Abel?! Are you hurt?

Abel: Don’t touch me! I don’t need help from the likes of you!

Cain; Ah, right, Please disregard me then.

3rd Ascension:

Abel: Ahh, ahahahal Ohhh, I can feel it! Maybe I can finally kill you now, filthy sinner!

Cain: Use me however you see fit Abel, but please remember not to go overboard, I don’t want you to die with me.

Abel: As if you care! Murderer!

Cain: Exactly. Please don’t succumb and become a monster like me.

Abel: ...

4th Ascension:

Cain: Shhhh... Abel’s finally resting. Heh, it’s been so long since I’ve seen him so relaxed.

Cain: ....

Cain: When he’s asleep, I... I can’t help but pretend everything is how it used to be. Before I ruined it all. That maybe he’ll wake up and be the kind man I remember, and destroyed.

Cain: But it’s all wishful thinking in the end, isn’t it Master?

Abel: ...Bro... ther...

Cain: Shhhh, it’s alright, brother is here... I’ll make sure nothing ever happens to you ever again.

Battle

Battle Start 1:

Abel: If I die, I’m taking you with me.

Cain: Of course.

Battle Start 2:

Abel: Die, die, die, die...

Cain: Let’s kill them then.

Battle Start 3:

Cain: Keep your hands off my brother.

Abel: Shut up.

Skill 1:

Cain: Guh-!

Abel: It’s the least you deserve.

Cain: I-I know.

Skill 2:

Cain: Never again, never again, never again...

Skill 3 (Arts NP Selected):

Both: Aaaaagh!

Cain: I’m sorry, I’m sorry!

Skill 4 (Buster NP Selected):

Both: Aaaaagh!

Abel: It hurts, it hurts Brother!

Attack Selected 1:

Cain: Like this right?

Attack Selected 2:

Abel: Hmph.

Attack Selected 3:

Abel: Unsightly.

Attack Selected 4:

Cain: Leave it to me.

Noble Phantasm Selected 1 (Arts):

Cain: Feel the wrath of my cursed existence.

Noble Phantasm Selected 2 (Arts):

Cain: Hah- Hahaha! Watch me Abel, I’ll protect you this time!

Noble Phantasm Selected 3 (Buster):

Abel: Filthy sinners, all of you! Just like him!

Noble Phantasm Selected 4 (Buster):

Abel: DIE DIE DIE, LET’S SEE HOW YOU LIKE IT! HAHAHA!

Attack 1:

Cain: Grah!

Abel: Hah, hah!

Attack 2:

Cain: Together!

Abel: As if.

Attack 3:

Cain: I’m sorry, you must die.

Attack 4:

Cain: Take this!

Abel: How predictable.

Attack 5:

Abel: HRRAAAAGGHH!

Cain: Abel, that’s enough!

Attack 6:

Abel: You’re the one who deserves to die!

Cain: Abel, please...

Extra Attack:

Cain: Aaaargh, Why don’t you die!

Abel: You’d know all about that huh!

Cain: Guh-! I- I deserve it! I’m sorry!

Noble Phantasm 1 (Arts):

Cain: No no! I can’t kill him again, I won’t!

Cain: Forgive me, I swear! Nothing will lay a hand on you ever again! I’ll prove it, I’ll prove it!

Cain: I’ll kill them all as long as you forgive me!

Cain: Please, please, don’t leave me again...

Noble Phantasm 2 (Arts):

Cain: This curse is a double edged sword...

Cain: I can’t hold it back any longer! My body wants to kill him, but I won’t let it happen! So you… You’ll die with me, won’t you?

Cain: 「Genesis of Envy!」

Cain: No, this is mine to bear alone...

Noble Phantasm 3 (Buster):

Abel: Hah- hahaha- HAHAHA!

Abel: You’re really trying to lay a hand on me? Me?!

Abel: Die, die, die, die, die! A SINNER LIKE YOU SHOULD DIE!

Abel: Hah, hahaha, oh good riddance!

Noble Phantasm 4 (Buster):

Abel: A victim? Me?

Abel: No, no no no no, not anymore. Never again.

Abel: But you? You’re just filth, aren’t you? Good, be my scapegoat. Die in my place.

Abel : 「Exactment of Envy!」

Damage from Noble Phantasm:

Cain: Abel!!

Regular Damage:

Cain: Get behind me!

Defeated 1:

Cain: No... no no no no! I promised, I promised!

Abel: Stop...

Defeated 2:

Abel: Hehehehe, at least I... Get to see you go...

Cain: If it... Makes you happy...

Defeated 3:

Abel: Hurts! It... it hurts! Brother...

Cain: I’m sorry, I’m so sorry....

Battle Finish 1:

Cain: We’ve survived another day!

Abel: How unfortunate.

Battle Finish 2:

Abel: ... They’re gone.

Cain: We did it together.

Abel: So we did. How annoying.

My Room

Bond Lvl. 1:

Cain: Master, if I may be so bold, could I request we be placed on the backlines?

Abel: Coward.

Cain: It’s for your own good Abel!

Abel: As if you care what happens to me. Or did you decide to conveniently forget your sins?

Cain: Abel, I...

Abel: Shut up, I don’t want to hear anymore.

Bond Lvl. 2:

Cain: You know, we used to be very close once.

Abel: I don’t think they care to hear. Nor do I.

Cain: Abel was the cutest little thing as a babe! He’d go trotting around trying to get the sheep to play with him. And he’d always ask me to pick him up and give him tosses when father was too busy. It was adorable!

Abel: Do you want to die?

Cain: Does it bring back any memories?

Abel: ....

Bond Lvl. 3:

Abel: You’re far too comfortable having us around, Master.

Cain: Why must you be so blunt about everything...? And why do you say that?

Abel: Because Master seems like a good lamb. They shouldn’t have to make due with filth like you.

Cain: I suppose that’s true. But they’ve made contracts with many other... Unusual types of Servants. Perhaps our presence doesn’t bother them much?

Abel: I don’t like them either. They should stay away too.

Cain: Oh...

Bond Lvl. 4:

Abel: Master, are you free? My fool of a brother hurt himself again. Heal him.

Cain: It- It’s nothing! Anything to protect you both, after all...

Abel: If you die, I die with you, so let them heal you... Tch, this shared Spirit Origin is such a pain...

Cain: Ehehe... I’m happy to see that you even somewhat care for me.

Abel: Didn’t you hear what I just said? Maybe I really should kill you myself.

Cain: That’s the only way I want to die. Would that free you from this vengeance?

Abel: ... I don’t know...

Bond Lvl. 5:

Abel: The truth is... I don’t remember much about being human. Alive. Nowadays, there are feelings, or glimpses, but never anything solid. My memory begins and ends with my death, and that Brother killed me.

Cain: Abel...

Abel: So, you shouldn’t trust that Sinner to protect you, Master, or any of his ilk. They’ll try anything to corrupt a nice lamb like you.

Cain: But Abel, it’s our job as Servants to-

Abel: I can protect them on my own just fine. I don’t need your help.

Cain: ... Aha, haha, I see.

Abel: What? What are you laughing at!? Shut up!

Cain: No, I understand! So there really is a little of the old you in there... I see I shouldn’t be too worried then, since Abel is so resolved.

Cain: Rest assured Master, we’ll both do our very best to help you on your journey, any way we can. We swear. Right Abel?

Abel: I...

Cain: ....

Abel: .... We swear...

Dialogue 1:

Cain: What are you thinking about Abel?

Abel: Aside from killing you?

Cain: Yes, aside from that.

Abel: ... I want to lay down. On something cozy.

Cain: Huh?

Dialogue 2:

Cain: Master, is there anything we can do for you?

Abel: Something you need killed?

Dialogue 3:

Cain: You know Master, Abel used to be the cutest little kid!

Abel: Stop.

Cain: He’d follow the lambs around and make baa-ing sounds at them! Oh, and-!

Abel: You seem to want to die right now.

Cain: … Ahaha.

Dialogue 4 (After reaching Bond 5):

Abel: Go away.

Cain: Abel, don’t be rude!

Abel: I meant you, not Master. I want to play with Master for a bit.

Cain: .... Then far be it from me to stop you.

Abel: Stop smiling like that. It’s disgusting.

Dialogue 5 (After reaching Bond 5):

Cain: Abel, you know I love you right?

Abel: No you don’t.

Cain: Of course I do.

Abel: Shut up.

Cain: I love-

Abel: QUIET!

Dialogue 6 (Paris / Attila the San(ta)):

Abel: ...

Cain: Hm? Is something wrong?

Abel: ... Looks soft...

Cain: Soft? ... Oh, that sheep?

Abel: Mhm...

Cain: Should I go ask if you can pet it?

Abel: I can ask for myself!

Dialogue 7 (Avenger Class Servants):

Abel: Huh? That’s...

Cain: Ah, I suppose they’re another like us. Hm, something wrong Abel?

Abel: ... N-nothing, I... don’t like it.

Cain: There is a despairing aura to them... Perhaps I’m just used to it.

Dialogue 8 (Dioscuri / Trung Sisters):

Cain: Ah, look Abel, it’s those siblings I heard about!

Abel: Siblings... And you share a Spirit Origin as well?

Cain: I’m sure you must have a wonderful bond, to manifest together like this. Frankly, I’m a little jealous.

Abel: ... I don’t see why, it’s awful being stuck with you.

Cain: Oh Abel, you really know how to break my heart...

Abel: ... What heart...

Dialogue 9 (Kiara Sessyoin / Kama / Koyanskaya of Light / Koyanskaya of Darkness / Larva Tiamat / Sodom’s Beast/Draco)

Abel: Grrrrr!

Cain: Woah! Abel, calm down!

Abel: Let me go! I can feel them! Another one is here; Sinner, Sinner! SCUM LIKE THAT SHOULD DIE!

Cain: Master, I’m sorry, I’ll make sure to hold him back- Abel, gnaw on my arm if that will help placate you.

Abel: Grrr....

Dialogue 10 (Karna / Santa Karna / Arjuna / Arjuna Alter):

Cain: Ah, I see we’re not the only brothers here with a... Complicated relationship.

Abel: What’s complicated about it? You killed me in cold blood. We’re murderer and victim before we’re brothers.

Cain: Always to the heart of the matter huh...

Abel: ... That said, I think I can understand them. Just a little.

Cain: Is that a good thing?

Abel: ... I don’t know.

Likes:

Cain: I used to love growing crops but ever since my curse... Well, you know. But, I did learn all sorts of things during my wandering, I’d say I’m quite partial to whittling in particular. What about you Abel?

Abel: I... think I liked... Soft things.

Dislikes:

Abel: I’ll kill him one day. I despise him.

Cain: ... I can’t say that I don’t agree. I deserve it, after all.

About the Holy Grail:

Cain: A wish huh... Sounds too good to be true.

Abel: To kill brother.

Cain: How decisive. Well, considering my wish would be “Abel’s happiness”, then I suppose our wish is one in the same.

Abel: ...

During an Event:

Abel: It’s noisy over there, how annoying.

Cain: Now now, don’t say that! Let’s at least see what’s happening.

Birthday:

Cain: Today is the day you received the gift of life! ... I must apologize, but I feel that it would be best for you to stay away from us for the day, Master.

Abel: For once, I agree with him. We’re nothing but a bad omen on a day like this. But... Um...

Cain: Abel?

Abel: H- Happy birthday to youuuu... ♪

Cain: Ahh, hehe... Yes, please accept our well wishes, at the very least.

Valentine’s CE:

Olive Branch Brothers

Description:

A Valentine’s return gift from Cain and Abel.

When Abel expressed that he wished to return your kind Valentine’s gesture, Cain immediately set forth the idea of creating carvings. It took the brothers’ some deliberation (and fighting) to come to the conclusion that the most meaningful gift they could provide you was their united cooperation. The two figures are not just a physical olive branch, but a metaphorical one as well, each brother carving the likeness of the other.

Cain’s carving of Abel is smooth and practiced, nary a blemish in sight. It’s shine and lacquered finish bring out the natural beauty of the wood grain, and it’s clear to see his experience.

Abel’s carving of Cain is... Crude, to say the least. Painfully sharp edges, a rough texture, and smears of blood where he’d clearly nicked himself on the carving tool are all present. And yet, you can’t help but find the earnestness heartwarming.

Of course, as you proudly display them on your shelf, you try to ignore the obvious self-vandalism Abel committed on Figure-Cain’s head and heart.

These brothers still have a long way to go.

#fate grand order #fgo art #Fate Grand Order OC #FGO fate grand order #FGO fan servant #cain and abel #fate series #fate servants #Fate OCs #my art #I might have gone slightly insane making this #There are more pictures but tumblr limit said no

[lavful]

The Ninjas at Disneyland

I don’t know why this post occurred to me but it did.

Jay absolutely has the most fun. It was his idea to go in the first place. He has fun meeting characters, buying Mickey ears, and generally taking in the magic. He’s most interested in Tomorrowland. He’s a bit of a scaredy cat and enjoys Astro Blasters and Mad Hatter’s Teacups most. He LOVES the Electric Parade and fireworks.

Lloyd has the second most fun to Jay. He gets to indulge his inner child for a day. He enjoys Adventureland a lot and lights up when he sees the candy store on Main Street. He indulges in cotton candy and other sweets.

Nya is a thrill seeker and spends most of her time in California Adventure on the Incredi-coaster and the Guardians ride. Naturally she loves the World of Color water show.

Kai tries to keep up with Nya but he’s more scared than he’d like to admit. He really just enjoys spending time with his family and seeing them have fun. He likes Avengers Campus a lot and gets way too into Webslingers.

Cole made a list of foods he wanted to try - Dole whip, beignets, Mickey ice cream, you name it. For dinner he made a reservation at Blue Bayou. He’s more of a tame rider but he really digs Thunder Mountain

Zane is most fascinated by the engineering, particularly Rise of the Resistance and its trackless ride. He doesn’t really understand why people would willingly put themselves in danger for “fun” but still enjoys the overall experience. He enjoys the food along with Cole.

#ninjago #lego ninjago #ninjago jay #ninjago lloyd #ninjago kai #ninjago cole #ninjago zane #ninjago nya

[thepickupartist]

Loki is MCU Jesus and was by himself during all season 2

1 theory: HWR created his tempad from Loki's crown, i.e. he rulled everything not only with his technology, but with stolen piece of magic. However, being human, HWR could not really live in the world beyond time. He didn't remember the repetitive dialogues with Loki while Loki did. And he needed Loki to create a crown and sit on the throne so that this time loop would lead HWR to moment, when he steals a piece of Loki's crown again and become HWR. But his plan was doomed to failure, because Loki is the true owner of this magic. HWR didn't create time slipping of Loki, he lied. If HWR could create time slipping for someone, he would do it for himself. However, he couldn't. This was Loki's natural inner power. Loki is kind of Jesus who makes a redemptive sacrifice for the sake of all mankind. He grew up without fully realizing his essence and purpose, so his powers were not revealed untill the right time. And when he understood what kind of god he needs to be, he was able to do what only God with a capital letter can do. All questions about Loki paradox are now identical to questions about paradox of Jesus. And answers are the same. By the way, some believe that Loki's name came from λόγος ( lógos, "word", a name or title of Jesus, "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God"), and his very image was inspired by Jesus, who was alien to Scandinavian paganism at that time, so they interpreted this image their own way. I'm talking about this from literature and mythological perspective, so don't be mad, if you religious. I'm just talking about inspiration for this Loki. We know that Loki is Jötunn, frost giant (the first inhabitants of the world, in time preceding the gods and people). Ymir was the first living being, a frost giant, from which the world was created (from meat — dry land, from blood — water, from bones — mountains, from teeth — rocks, from hair — forest, from brain — clouds, from skull — the vault of heaven. Each of the four corners of the firmament of the new gods rolled in the shape of a horn. Auðumbla — is a primeval cow, that appeared from the melting ice at the beginning of time together with the first giant Ymir (who fed from her milk), and over the course of three days she licked away the salty rime rocks and revealed Búri, grandfather of the gods. In deleted scene form 2011 movie Thor calls Loki cow. So now we have that Loki is frost giant and god at the same time and his crown is symbol of life and creaton of the world.

On this screen you can see that after dialog with Mobius Loki was already surrounded by dead timelines (not just when he destroyed the loom) and it seems Loki vanished Mobius by his will at that particular moment. I think he was there the whole season 2, just didn't realise it. When Sylvie killed HWR in season 1, all timelines died too, but not this Loki, because he has glorious purpose (Atoning sacrifice, payment for the mankind, power to provide hope).

2 theory: timelines began to die for the reason that HWR warned Loki (multiverse war would begin in which no one would survive). Seeing confirmation of this prediction after destruction of the loom, Loki begins to feed timelines with his magic (which, unlike the loom's rings, is infinite), thereby serving as a multiverse artificial ventilation of the lungs. Loki keeps multiverse alive, giving TVA and everyone else a chance to win instead of die trying to fight for free will. The branches of the Yggdrasil are purple (the color of Kang, there is a war in the "future"), and the trunk is green (the color of Loki, which provides artificial ventilation). Thus, Loki needs to keep the multiverse alive until TVA and Avengers defeat Kangs at the top of the purple branches before timelines finish mutual destruction. When Avengers succeed, Loki will retire because multiverse will be able to breathe on its own.

#loki #loki series #loki season 2 #loki finale #loki s2

[dragonmuse]

20 Questions for Fanfci writers

I was tagged by @thetragicallynerdy ! Thank you!

1. How many works do you have on AO3?

278. Please remember I've been writing for 20+ years and I did port everything over when I left LJ.

2. What’s your total AO3 word count?

4,491,070, but that is artificially inflated from the 800k repost of Leda Verse in one file, so it's actually 3.6 million give or take.

3. What fandoms do you write for?

Right now just OFMD, but uh...many. So many.

4. What are your top 5 fics by kudos?

1. How (thanks to Gabriel) Dean and Castiel (accidentally) raised each other (and Sam). Supernatural. Dean/Castiel. Sam/Gabriel. I wrote this 11 years ago. It's a juggernaut.

2. A Mountain I'm Willing to Die On. Zootopia. Judy Hopps/Nick Wilde. I have no defense, I was compelled as soon as I saw the movie.

3. (Redacted because fuck J.K. Rowling, but I refuse to take down work and pretend that I was never in the fandom. The story comes with a very clear disclaimer that I do not support or agree with her in any way.)

4. Jonathan to his David. MCU. Steve Rogers/Bucky Barnes. The one were Steve has a tiny penis and Bucky is into it.

5. All the First Times. MCU. Steve Rogers/Bucky Barnes. One of those stories where Bucky heals in the Avengers Tower.

5. Do you respond to comments? Why or why not?

YES! Because I love to stay thank you and it helps build community! <3 Love you all.

6. What is the fic you wrote with the angstiest ending?

Treacherous Waters. The Hobbit. Fili/Kili. I got many shrieking comments on this one, including 'I actually curled around my computer making distressed sounds of horror' Very proud of myself for that one.

7. What’s the fic you wrote with the happiest ending?

That's pretty subjective. A lot of my fics end pretty happily with personal growth, found family, and parties.

8. Do you get hate on fics?

So far I've mostly managed to avoid being picked up on that radar. I've gotten stray comments, but it's rarely hate. I think it's mostly because I've never quite gotten popular enough to draw that kind of attention. I know the more attention a fic has gotten, the more likely I am to start to get odd comments or asks. I'm also not very active on Twitter which I think helps.

9. Do you write smut? If so, what kind?

Rarely! I used to subscribe to the theory that if you don't put in smut, no one will read your work, but as birthday present to myself five or six year ago, I just stopped writing it as an experiment and while my hits went down, not nearly as much as you'd think. Now I only write if the mood really strikes me and am much happier for it.

10. Do you write crossovers? What’s the craziest one you’ve written?

Yep! I don't think it was crazy, but I wrote a short Avengers/Mad Max one that I'm pretty proud of: Fresh Eden

11. Have you ever had a fic stolen?

Not stolen. I did have them put on Goodreads without permission which was a weird moment in fandom a few years back. I mean it's possible someone's stolen something and I haven't found out yet, I guess. My book has been pirated though.

12. Have you ever had a fic translated?

Yes! Thanks to all the translators out there, you do incredible work for your community.

13. Have you ever co-written a fic before?

A few times! Nothing super recent though there's WIP out there.

14. What’s your all time favorite ship?

I don't have one. I'm a consummate multishipper. I will say my most consistent ship over the years is Brian/Bender of The Breakfast Club. I will always go back to that well.

15. What’s a WIP you want to finish but doubt you ever will?

The SMAU I was working on in OFMD. It was a really fun experiment and I don't really have that much left to go, but the amount of work to make it was extensive.

16. What are your writing strengths?

Dialogue. I really love writing how people talk to each other and I think a lot about tone and vocabulary and styles.

17. What are your writing weaknesses?

Plotting. I tend to go by the seat of my pants.

18. Thoughts on writing dialogue in another language in fic?

I will generally just note when someone has switched languages. I don't have any confidence in auto translators and unless it's an established canon nickname or endearment, I try to avoid it. I admire multilingual authors so much!

19. First fandom you wrote for?

Buffy! I was fifteen and it was a Willow/Spike fic. That was...almost twenty five years ago.

20. Favorite fic you’ve written?

The answer changes, and for a long time it was this Sam/Gabriel fic where I put my whole philosophy major ass into it. But these days, it's definitively Leda House and the Kraken Verse. How could it not be?

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Thanks so much for the tag, this was a lot of fun!! Neat to look back, too.

I'm gonna tag (but only if you feel like it friends!) @internerdionality @museaway @napneeders

If you didn't get tagged but see this and want to do it, consider yourself tagged!!

[risentohell]

Death of me

You had been with the Avengers for three years before Thor came barrowling from the sky screaming something about a mad purple titan intent on ending half of the universe.

That was seven years ago to the date. Standing at the blipped people's memorial you wondered what you could have done to change anything when suddenly your phone chirped a message from Natasha.

Back at the compound you found who you thought to be one of the people gone, exclaiming the dynamics of time travel that you all could bring everyone back. “What are you saying Lang? That there is a way?” Natasha asked and you let a small smile escape your lips at her attitude. You liked her hell you had spent the last five years trying to get her to like you but nothing seem to work she was to far into her own head and way to far at trying to be the new world's savior that she never let you in, no matter the amount of times you tried to invite her to dinner or have a movie night with you, nothing ever changed. With a soft sigh you left the room leaving Steve, Natasha and Lang to discussing it; a headache was forming and that meant you were about to get a vision of the future.

Your head was pounding as you groaned in pain “let me go please” you saw Natashsa say before she kicked herself off a cliff. “Y/N are you okay in there?” you heard someone ask as the vision continued to Clint's screaming in agony before waking in a shallow bed of water a small stone glowing in his hand. “Clint, where's Nat?” Bruce asked in the next scene as Clint fell to his knees crying. “Y/N, I’m coming in.” the voice said this time as your vision ended, tears were streaming down your cheeks as you relieved what you just saw. “Don't I'm fine. I'm fine go back to Lang and figure this out.” you all but yelled as you curled into a ball atop your bed sheets.

Time jump

Tony had figured out how to make the time machine and you argued forever with Natasha so it was you and Clint instead of her. “See you in a minute.” Natasha said her eyes catching yours, you ducked your head to hide the tears in your eyes “in a minute” you responded just as everyone clicked their buttons to travel through time. “I bet the raccoon didn't have to climb a cliff” Clint pouted as you were both halfway up the mountain “don't pout bird brain were almost there.” you told him picking up your pace as you fiddled with the piece of paper in your pocket.

“A soul for a soul” the red faced man in dark clothes told the two of you. Smiling, you faced Clint and kissed his cheek “when I saw this it was you and Natasha.” you told the man your hands placed on his shoulders forcing him to sit on a nearby rock. He sputtered “what do you mean?” he asked with shock all over his face. You smiled “Clint when Lang showed up and I went back to my room I had a vision and it ended with Natasha dying, that's why I didn't want her here.” you told him before you clocked him against his temple knocking him out, placing the note you had written in his vest pocket you walked over to the ledge and leaned back arms splayed out in the form of a T. “I love you all and know this is for the best the world needs Natasha Romanoff.” you thought as you fell hitting the ground hard the air escaping your lungs from the impact, blood and bones, you let a soft “finish it” before your last breath left you. A smile on your face.

Clint woke with a gasp, his back wet and palm heavy with a small stone enclosed in his fist with a tear rolling down his cheek. He pressed the button to go back to his own time. His knees gave way when he was back on the platform “Clint wheres Y/n?” Tony asked with concern written across his face, as much as he would never admit you became a part of his life and his family these last five years. Always visiting once you found out about Morgan, there for his baby, Peppers and even his birthday hell even the holidays with a card and some kind of dessert for the three of them and Happy if he was there. “CLINT WHERE’S Y/N” he screamed this time and Clint only opened his hand “A Soul for A Soul” the man whispered as the jewel fell from his grasp.

Natasha’s hand flew to her mouth to cover the sob that was about to escape “Clint please tell me that's not true”, he took in a deep shaky breath “they said they saw it that it was you and I Nat that you went over the ledge instead.” he let out through the sobs and tears that left him. “WHEN” Natasha screamed “WHEN DID THEY SAY THIS HAPPENED” she finished grabbing her friend and forcing him to look at her. “When Lang first showed up. That's all I know.” he whispered just as Tony begane to assemble the quantlet.

Time skip

Clint heard his phone ringing and reached into his pocket only to find a slip of a folded up piece of paper. “What is this he thought” as he saw his phone on the desk beside Bruce grabbing it he answered “sweety is that you? He asked, seeing Laura’s contact picture “yes Clint it's me and the kids are here too.” Laura answered. A soft sigh escaped his lips as he listened to his children talk in the background, just then he remembered the paper, then the whole building began to shake as Thanos broke through the time machine.

The fight was long and hard and ended with Steve sacrificing his life as he snapped his fingers, deleting all of Thanos and his army.

Time skip

Clint approached Natasha with hesitant steps “I think they gave this to me for you to have, don't worry I haven't read it, but I know for sure I didn't have it on Vor Mir.” he stated grabbing her hand and placing the paper in it. Natasha looked at him confused for a moment before she looked down at her hand and saw her name in your handwriting.

Dear Natasha

I tried so hard to get you to see me and every time you left me alone to realize my feelings were only one sided so when I had the vision of you dying on Vor Mir I knew what I had to do. I took your place because I know the world needs Natasha Romanoff More than it needs Y/N Y/L/N, so for me find love, find happiness and first and foremost live even if it's not for me. I fell in love with you from the first minute I joined the team. I even tried to get to know you over the years but nothing seemed to work and I know and I hope you know that's not your fault Natasha. I love you and I spent my dying breath loving you, find that same love I wanted to give you.

Always Y/N

Natasha cried as she read your letter trying not to let her tears spill onto the paper. “I didn't show my love because I was scared you wouldn't want me.” she whispered, bringing the paper to her face and kissing it, “ I loved you too” she exclaimed in a sob. Wanda approached Natasha on the edge of the lake in front of Tony’s house “do you want to talk about it?” she asked the shorter woman, who only shook her head no. they stood there for a while before Pietro approached “you know sestra it seems kinda funny Y/N gave their life for me only to give it all up again for you and the rest of the world.” he exclaimed placing a hand on her shoulder. A sob left Natasha before she smiled “you know Pietro now you're five years and twelve minutes older than Wanda here.” she told the man and his smile grew as Wanda settled her with a glare.

You smiled as you watched over them “be safe my love and know I will always love you.” you whispered before faded into the light behind you.

Twelve years is how long it's been since you jumped from that cliff and now standing in front of you stood Tony “what did you do?” were the first words out of his mouth when he saw you standing there waiting for him; you smiled. “I gave Natasha the life she deserves, I know it took some time but now Wanda and her are happy.” you told him, taking a step closer you pulled him to you before you started to bitch how he was going to miss his daughters graduation. Pulling him back towards you, you hugged him “now come on old man your family wants to see you.” you said pushing him to the light behind you, you watched as it closed behind him leaving you alone again. A soft smile was all you saw from the man as you waited.

Pietro was the first to visit you after Tony claiming “you didn't see that coming” as you led him to the rest of his family waiting on the other side just before he gave that cheeky smile and left you to wait even more. “Pietro, you're still so young, what did you do?” you asked as you pulled him into a hug. He didn't answer, only pulled away and walked backward into the light. So many of your friends/family had passed but never Natasha or even Wanda as if the two were putting off meeting you for the last time, though you did enjoy watching as they cared after Wanda’s two boys and the young girl they adopted together.

You sat there in the same cold bright light you had done for what felt like eternity as you waited for Natasha to come to you hell for even Wanda to come to you, for so long watching over as the two fell in love you also fell in love with the young witch. After a while you began to think this was your hell to watch over and over again as you showed the ones you had cared and sacrificed for the way to the light only for you to never cross over. With a smile you thought you accepted your fate and showed all those who passed through the way to their end may it be a light, a tunnel or even a doorway. You had become Death showing the lost ways and guiding them. With a sad smile you showed Yelena her way towards her end, not that you knew who she really was. She had hugged you and thanked you for your sacrifice before she slipped through a doorway with a smile.

A small yet sad smile escaped you as you watched her go. “Y/N its time to pass through. If you wait any longer you will start to forget why you're here.” you heard a voice say inside your mind. “I have to wait for them, I need to be here.” you said as you sat back down in the void. A tear escaped you as you pulled your knees towards your chest “I have to be here” you said out loud, ignoring the voice that said you need to leave over and over again.

After Ulton and Before Thanos

You woke with a scream of “NO” as you bolted upright, startling Wanda as you did so. “Y/N honey are you okay?” she asked, taking in your startled form and you only shook your head yes before “promise me you will take care of yourself when i'm gone?” you asked her. “Promise me you will look after Natasha just as you have looked after me.” you told her as you drifted back off to sleep.

Time skip

It took years for Wanda to realize what you had meant that night but as Wanda laid there in Natasha’s arms it all came together, you had seen the future and that is why you gave yourself up to make sure that Natasha and herself had someone. A tear slipped down her cheek “Love you Y/N” she softly said pulling Natasha closer to herself.

The kids were grown now and Nat was finding it hard to hide her gray hairs as she tried different braids then dyeing her roots until she finally accepted that that's what was meant to be. Her, Talia, and her twin brothers Tommy and Billy were sitting beside Natasha’s bed side as the heart monitor slowly started to get lowder and lowder till there was just a loud shrill letting them all know she had passed.

It had been so long since the voice told you to leave and now you were empty, forgetting everything you had taken for granted “Y/N is that you?” you heard someone ask and you turned, giving them a frown “Who?” you asked. “Who is Y/n and Who are you?” you asked this time and the redhead in front of you gave you a confused look. “Y/N honey its me Natasha i'm finally here” the woman stated, you smiled with a soft look as you took her arm and led her towards a door of in the distance “ I don't know who you speak of young lady but there is a door for you so you must go I would hate for you to stay in this wasteland.” you told her as you guided her to a very familiar door. As you approached the door opened and a young blonde stepped out grabbing the woman on your arm “oh Natasha you finally came were all waiting for you.” she stated as she dragged the redhead through the door. They were gone just as fast as they appeared, you smiled and for some what it made you feel sad to watch both of them go. Shaking your head you headed back to the spot you had learned to call you home, sitting down you waited.

After a while you helped a slim black man who proclaimed he knew you and his name was Sam Willson, you ignored him as you told him a light was waiting for him as you guided him towards it with a smile you gently shoved him through. The next person was a man with a metal arm. You froze for a second as a young blonde man appeared to lead him down a tunnel “i know that face”’ you thought to yourself. Shaking your head you headed back to the glowing white room to await the next person. Many people came and you showed them their ways, some would say thank you for your sacrifice or some just gave you a hug leaving you even more confused. Then one day a red headed woman with strong cheekbones and vibrant green eyes appeared in front of you. “Y/N is that you? You're supposed to be with Nat.” she told you, you tilted your head and gave her a confused look “sorry I am death and I am here to show you the way towards your light.” you stated moving to guide her towards the light that was growing in the distance “Y/N no you're supposed to be there with us.” she told you as she planted her feet “I'm sorry ma’am but this is my job so to say.” you said as you moved to stand in front of her. She crossed her arms and settled you with a glare, “please ma’am if you stay here your door will go away and you will be stuck here forever.” you told her, grabbing one of her arms and pulling her behind you. She tried to pull at your hand around her wrist but it wasn't working. “Y/N stop, you have to come with me.” she cried out through her tears just as another red head appeared in front of you the bright light behind her as she held out a hand to the woman in your grasp “come on Wanda everyone is waiting for you.” she stated removing your hand and replacing it with her own “Nat no Y/N needs to come with us.” she cried and the woman she called Nat stopped for a second “who?” she asked with a confused look “Natasha Y/N the person who saved the universe from Thanos, the person who died for you.” Wanda said, yanking her arm away from Natasha. “They must have really loved you then.” you said looking at the shorter woman causing her eyes to land on you. She let out a soft gasp “Y/N?” she asked moving closer to you “no ma’am I am death, I am here to guide the souls to their afterlife.” you told her as you guided both women to the light and softly shoved them through. It hurt more this time more than any other time you watched the light fade away the door to their after life closing behind them. With a soft sigh you went back the way you came sitting back down to wait. A single tear trailed down your cheek as you thought about the two redheads you had just encountered, trying to think of why you cared for them so much made your head hurt. “I am death guider of souls to their after life” you told yourself wiping away a few stray tears before standing and greeting the next person through their gate.

Many years on the mortal realm had passed and many more souls had passed through your realm when a young looking boy passed though “Miss Y/N is that you? Tony had so many pictures and Miss Romanoff and Miss Maximoff had even more. He had asked you and you looked at him confused. “I'm sorry young man but I am death I am only here to guide souls to their door that leads to happiness.” you stated ignoring his look of concern. When you placed a hand on his arm he pulled away from you “no you are Y/N why are you still here your supposed to be with everyone else.” he almost yelled you gave him a soft smile “i'm sorry young one but this is where I belong so if you please your light is waiting for you if you stay any longer you might forget.” you told him and his gaze softened but went through the light a loud scream of uncle Ben and aunt May were heard before the light disappeared. A soft smile gracing your lips has his light faded “if I could only be one of them” you thought outloud and the voice you hadn't heard in so long finally spoke “you should have left long ago Y/N but now you can never leave.” it exclaimed “I'm sorry Death but you have sealed your fate.” the voice finished before leaving you alone again.

#angst #marvel #avengers x oc #avengers x reader #natasha x reader #wanda maximoff #character death #im sorry #like wtf #mcu imagine #the avengers #steve rogers #avengers x you #natasha romanoff #origanal character #tony stark #dean winchester

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Thor: The Dark World

Hello I have now seen THOR (COLON) THE DARK WORLD. This film was not as bad as I was expecting it to be, though it also wasn't great so maybe I had just set my bar too low based on how nobody seems to like it that much. I watched this with a visiting friend who had not seen Thor 1 or The Avengers so I did her a Dramatic Presentation beforehand where I explained what had happened in those, except I couldn't really remember what happened in The Avengers so that recap was mostly "then something exploded, I think." So anyway she was a useful non-MCU-person barometer for this one.

Christopher Eccleston is in this yet also he is not, in that we kept forgetting his character existed. He didn't seem to be enjoying himself much either. Which reminds me, this film seemed a bit desaturated in an off-putting way, it was like if you were watching Thor 1 while feeling depressed and the depression had manifested visually instead of just as a metaphor. Because it was a Dark World.

The ending was very confusing, people were jumping in and out of invisible portals (maybe?) and the magic hammer was flying around for a bit like when a plane circles the airport while waiting for a spot to open to use the runway. Stuff was lining up in space except not because we'd have noticed by now if the realms of the gods were that close and it would indeed have a gravitationl effect though not the weirdo ones in this film.

The pacing in this film was pretty poor generally though we felt it did perk up a bit towards the end.

Friend's favourite characters were Erik Selvig and Loki, in that order because Erik is a bit mad in this film (I belatedly explained the mind stone stuff from Avengers 1, having forgotten about that until Erik was in his pants) and goes to Stonehenge (which may be magic or alien or who the fuck knows) to run about naked (and not even at a solstice!!) and then he was in one of those Creepy American Movie Psychiatric Hospitals (or possibly it was a police station in London???) with medication in plastic pill bottles like they don't really do in this country and as mentioned he was in his pants for no real reason and that's all very relatable. So hooray for Erik!

More tumblr-esque-ly, friend was like "i can see why people liked this Loki, he's popped in from a better film of his own to bitch about this one" and indeed things do get more interesting when we finally let him out of jail where he is sat being a goth because Angsty because Frigga got fridged. (It feels like there should be a great Frigga/fridged pun but neither of us could think of anything, which was very saddening. Though we did realise that Anthony Hopkins = Welsh Odin = Woden, which is the best we could do for a pun and fuck it it'll do after struggling for at least an entire minute with the fridged-Frigga thing.)

Natalie Portman was in this film.

They were in London for some reason, cannot remember why. Elves, probably. Oh wait was it so they were in the right country to have the Stonehenge bit? Stonehenge is pre-Celtic which means it's also pre-Norse but it was somehow relevant to the elves stuff, as was Snowdon, which isn't that just a mountain? But it was somehow put there by people in The Olden Days or... okay I admit we were lost by that point, but there are stone circles all over Britain, they were very fashionable for a while but nobody really knows why but if you start drawing lines between old rock things here you're bound to come up with proof that a layline runs though the Prime Minister's bathroom or some nonsense like that. I suppose Stonehenge is our Giza Pyramids in that films make up complete shite about it all the time, and so inspired by that popular tumblr post I have just checked where the nearest Pizza Hut is to Stonehenge and it's at "Solstice Park" about 3 kilometres away just off the A303, hope this information is helpful to someone.

Erm. Yeah it turns out I can remember less about this movie than I thought, so this review is lacking and no doubt as disappointing as the fact that you can't see Stonehenge from Pizza Hut :(

#journey into the mcu #mcu tag i guess #thor the dark world #also thor had a very unattractive poncho on in the middle of this film we didn't like the poncho #also once you've noticed that thor's armour has six nipple-guards on it you can never unsee that fact #i think he took his shirt off at some point but that's a given really isn't it? #thor movies