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bearhugsandshrugs · 3 months
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hey em! Could you please tag your fic posts and use the community labels, especially when the fics contain NSFW with dubious and non-consent? I know you placed the warnings inline to the post itself, but without the tags themselves, muting doesn’t work. I love your writing, your smut is one of the hottest things in the tavtash fandom microcosm, but I am beginning to find it difficult/risky to engage when your tagging and trigger warnings are so sporadic, and I keep getting surprise squicked :/
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Hey! Thanks for your message. Applauding you for taking care of yourself!
A few notes.
First of all what you're saying is not true and it's unfair. I have tagged dubcon and noncon pieces I have written, especially in the past months. All original posts are always tagged for noncon. Self-reblogs have not been.
Tbh I just assumed the original tags carry over in blocking for self-reblogs and I'm sorry to learn that they don't, so I will of course tag dubcon and noncon in the self-reblogs going forward. That I can and will easily do. Sorry that this caused you problems!
But you making it sound as if I continuously and carelessly expose my followers to dubcon/noncon or triggers is not fair and not true. I care a great deal about this stuff and I think everyone who followed any conversation I ever had about this here knows that. If there are specific triggers you want me to tag (like, say, eating disorder - which I haven't written but would easily tag, or drug addiction, or similar stuff) please send it and I will make sure to do that.
But. And this might be a dealbreaker for you, which I understand. For kinks beyond dubcon/noncon: I will not include all tags of AO3 on here in the tags. I will keep them in the text. I've mentioned this a few times before. If I tag them I'm going to put myself into tumblr purgatory and I'm risking my blog getting flagged/taken down.
I try to include every single kink (and thus potential squick) very diligently in the description of the fic. I'm not perfect but I try. AO3 is usually better which is why I started screenshotting that.
I cannot protect you from reading single words in the description. I can protect you from reading the fic, which is why I use "Read More" after the first 1-2 paragraphs, so unless you specifically ignore the kink description and then click "more" you don't have to read what's happening.
It is a bit ironic, because I have never seen an artist being asked to tag their explicit art even though that's something you immediately see, while a fic you have to actively start reading.
If you don't want to see my fics here and rather filter them by kinks or squicks on AO3 I would suggest muting #my writing (or I can use a more specific tag like #bearhugs writes for just my fics if you want me to so you can filter me out more easily) so you don't see my fics anymore and you can then browse them to your liking on Ao3.
Completely understand that you need to take care of yourself. That is why I have a big disclaimer in my bio that this is a NSFW blog. As well as a disclaimer very early on in my pinned post that I write non-con, too. If the measures I'm taking are not sufficient for you, I completely understand if you need to unfollow.
However I hope you understand where I'm coming from, too.
Again, self-reblogs I will start tagging, here I was simply naive and that's on me. If you have a very specific kink you need me to tag, feel free to send that too and I can watch out to tag that if I write it.
To summarize:
I am already tagging dubcon/noncon and will start doing that in self-reblogs, too (my bad and ty for making me aware)
Other commonly triggering things like pregnancies, EDs, etc will be tagged and if there's something specific, DM me
I am keeping other kinks/squicks in the description, not tags
I recommend blocking the #my writing and/or #bearhugs writes tag so the dash filters out my fics entirely and you can click on them to display
If this is not enough I understand if you need to unfollow
Thank you and have a lovely rest of your day!
Edit: I’ve changed my policy on this (check pinned) but leaving this up for vis
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knife-filled-plushies · 3 months
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i love the Smiling Critters as a cartoon concept and if it ever developed like mlp or something like that I can absolutely see something comical like this happening djkfskf
lesson at the end would probably be something about getting a healthy amount of sleep and staying on a good schedule jfhskf
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x-i-l-verify · 3 months
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Something that I've noticed ever since the Smiling Critters were introduced is that they can so easily be paired off into complementary duos, ones that are specifically designed to teach children fundamental lessons about life and self-care from two different angles. It's really interesting to me.
Like obviously you have Dogday and Catnap, with their sun/moon, dog/cat dichotomy, that stress how important it is to have fun and get things done during the day, but also that it's important to wind down, relax, and get a good night's sleep.
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Bubba Bubbaphant and Craftycorn were introduced as a duo in the Smiling Critter show's intro, and their dichotomy is quite obvious. They are basically the right and left sides of the brain personified. Bubba is the left side of the brain, logical, analytical, focused on math and science. Craftycorn is the right side of the brain, creative and imaginative, focused on the arts and self-expression. They represent learning and academia in all its forms, the different ways people engage with and understand the world.
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Hoppy Hopscotch and Kickin' Chicken form the sportsmanship duo. They are both portrayed as enjoying sports and the outdoors, but in different ways that highlight the different ways sports can be played and enjoyed and also what it entails to be successful at them. Hoppy Hopscotch may be loud and impatient, but she is also a team player, shown in her willingness to slow down her fast pace to make sure none of her friends are left behind. Kickin' Chicken, on the other hand, is laid-back, relaxed, and chill, the described "cool kid" of the group, but he's also described as having a ton of perseverance, more of a "slow and steady wins the race" type of person.
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This leaves Bobby Bearhug and Picky Piggy as the last pair. Fittingly, these two are all about how to meet the fundamental needs of yourself and others. Bobby teaches children how to nourish themselves emotionally through showing and receiving care from others, while Picky teaches them how good food is important to nourish the body and soul. Depriving oneself of either of these things only makes oneself and therefore everyone around one miserable, because those fundamental needs are no longer being met.
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Like fr, this is some pretty genius marketing right here. You have enough characters that every kid will have their favorite, but not so many that any would get lost in the shuffle, because the lessons each one of them would teach would be integral to the group as a whole. It really makes me that much sadder we saw basically nothing of the Smiling Critters during the game itself, because Mob Games struck gold with this concept, only to ultimately do nothing with it. :/
But I guess that's what fandom is for, eh?
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lavendersartistry · 2 months
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Once Upon a Starry Night
Space Riders AU - @onyxonline Eve Ewe, Bolt - @lavendersartistry
This is a wholesome fic for onyxonline's Space Riders AU! This is mainly centered on the ask I sent to Onyx about the Space Critters attending a ball/gala! Please check Onyx out, their work is super cool!
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"WHAT DO YOU MEAN WE'RE GOING TO A GALA???"
Upon CraftyCorn's quick turn to DogDay, CatNap frowned at the sudden yell.
By what Bubba has said, their pen pal Eve had invited them all to the evening gala. A bit late for the invitation, as Bubba would put it. But it had seemed fair to have everyone come as a little reward for their recent successful missions.
"Princess Everiene has courtly spoken that we come to the gala as special guests. A very nice gesture of Her Majesty."
CraftyCorn nearly squealed at the news and ran off to prepare and to most likely make formal attire for everyone.
CatNap signed with a puzzled look.
'Do you think Z will come?'
DogDay shrugged and looked back at the set coordinates for Eve's planet.
"I don't know, being honest. He's never met Eve before and I think the gala would be a bit overwhelming."
Bubba nodded and leaned back in his seat, taking another sip of coffee.
"It's to have them meet at their own time. Maybe Z and Eve will get along well."
CatNap signed again.
'So DogDay is free from gossip for now. Oh well, there's always Bolt.'
"What do you mean by that?"
'I'll tell you when we get there.'
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The gala felt like a fairytale. Elaborate gowns, fancy suits, divisions of the royal courts.
Bobby could nearly squeal at how glamorous the ordeal was, yet CraftyCorn had to calm herself before she actually squealed.
Hoppy and KickinChicken were busying themselves at the buffet tables, lightly fighting over the desserts while PickyPiggy snagged a few cookies in her pockets.
Bubba mingled with the other guests, mostly talking to a blue monarch butterfly lady.
That left DogDay and CatNap left to their own devices. However, they only observed from the drinking table as DogDay looked for Bolt.
"It's a bit past 11. Shouldn't they be announcing Eve coming?"
CatNap shrugged and leaned his head against his closed fist as he mindlessly floated. The captain, on the other hand, sighed and looked back to the dancing crowds, waiting patiently.
A quick lightning bolt strikes the garden path as Bolt approaches the drinking table while grumbling. Despite being so angry, he seemed quite handsome in his blue and gold suit.
Before the two critters could greet him, the wolf slammed his fists against the table.
"Damn that council..."
CatNap raised a eyebrow at him, quickly signing.
'Is Eve alright?'
Bolt sighed heavily and tried calming himself.
"No, she's not! That council, once again, projects onto her! And of course, I can't do much of the matter either."
DogDay patted his back in assurance, being a little upset himself.
As the two tried comforting their friend on the situation, the candle lights from the chandelier dimmed. The three watched as the music became softer and people by the end of stairs moved away.
Eve was guided down the stairs, the silver trim of her dress glittering from the hidden spotlight. Her expression remained calm despite the quick glances to Bolt.
CatNap looked towards Bolt and signed:
'Go to her.'
The wolf sighed softly and leaned back.
"I... I can't. Not when I already caused enough trouble for the both of us."
DogDay didn't believe his words, quickly nudging him.
"Sometimes you have to go against the rules. Go to her, Bolt."
The wolf looked at the both of them and let out another sigh before heading over as DogDay and CatNap watched.
"So how did you know Bolt had a long crush on Eve again?"
'I have my ways.'
[Added Bonus (for funsies!]
"I felt like a father figure."
"Watch me make it canon."
:3 you're welcome Onyx lol
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galaxybeestar · 3 months
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"To be Home"
!Tw Blood!
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power-up-girl · 25 days
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a little one shot on the great smiling critters space riders au created by none other than the one and only @onyxonline
Inspired by this post
Catnap's aroace panic...
The riders returned after an amazing totally not hideous mission with yet another one of the poor victims of the prototype cult,
She was a poor mid aged grizzly bear, she was hysterical half an hour ago, until bobby sedated her, the bear felt sympathy towards the lady.
Later on , when they arrived, bobby and crafty took the lady to get started with her therapy, whilst bubba and piggy went to fill in some reports about the mission, the only ones left were the field riders aka dogday, catnap, kicken , and hoppy,
They decided upon going to the eating area , one might call it the cafeteria, as they sat down on one of the tables after they ordered their meal , hoppy spoke.
" man, that was a mission alright!, I am exhausted! " She sighed, kicken then replied
" yeah , so much for it being an investigation mission... " came out the strained voice of kicken , as he placed his forehead on the table , just hoping to rest.
Dogday just giggled at his teammate's antics,
" oh come on guys , it wasn't all that bad !, other than almost getting our heads blasted , or falling of that cliff and getting stuck in the quick sand , it was smooth! " His friends gave him either a 'seriously?' face or ' WTF? ' face, he then laughed nervously while rubbing his arm, then he sighed,
" alright, maybe you're right , it was a total bust, but we still succeeded in it! " He smiled, putting his hands on his hips, his friends sighed fondly while shaking their heads with a small smile on their faces all together,
" our meal seems to be taking a while... " hoppy raised an eyebrow while glancing over to the counter.
" yeah ... , they seem busy too , no wonder it's taking time " kicken turned his head to side to look at the staff , head's still on the table ,
// I'll go check it out // signed catnap as he walked over to crowed ,
Turns it wasn't a crowd waiting for their meal , it was some staff and riders watching , as a rider was flirting with the staff, so catnap made his way over and shooed everyone away, and he then tapped the rider on his shoulder and sigined,
// could you please stop flirting with the staff ?, some of us are waiting for their food.. //
he didn't wait for the rider to answer as he turned to the staff and nodded them t to continue their work , and they quickly did,
but the rider didn't leave him, and did the one thing he shouldn't have.
" well if you were just jealous you could've said so , .. darling ~ " he then took nap's hand and kissed it,
Catnap's hair stood up and he froze, a look of pure horror replaced his calm features, and the rider thought it was a sign that he was right in what he said and proceeded to continue his flirtting
" so I was right then!, but who am I to turn down such a gorgeous face like yours ~ " the rider purred seductively, then he placed his other hand on the cat's waist,
Meanwhile the other three were chatting as they waited for catnap to come back, dogday ,fortunately glanced to check on his bestie and saw what was happening, he quickly got the attention of the other two, and pointed at the scene, kicken then whistled and said,
" looks like naps, finally got himself someone ! " He chuckled, hoppy chuckled alongside him, dogday smiled but felt something was wrong, the three forgot their cat friend was aroace at the moment, as they watched the show from afar ,
Catnap felt a shiver go up his spine, as the rider looked at him , he forgot how to sign and felt as if his throat was clogged!, he quickly looked over to his friends and judging by their expressions they saw his distress ,
As catnap looked towards them , they knew that he wasn't by any means enjoying it one bit, and suddenly the realization hit them like a wall of bricks , they remembered he was aroace and what he's having right there is an aroace panic,
' oh shit !.. ' they thought at the same time and looked at eachother as they looked back at catnap , they saw the rider leaning in for a kiss !?!,
That was the last straw and catnap did what he was supposed to do the very first time the rider touched him,
He screamed, a scream full of absolute terror, and he quickly pushed himself away from the rider and yelled,
" WHAT THE HELL IS WRONG WITH YOU !?!! , STAY AWAY FROM ME !! , AND DON'T TOUCH ME AGAIN !! " Catnap yelled at the rider and let out a venomous hiss, and quickly walked away to his friends ,
They were looking at him with a worried look as he sat down and hugged himself,
" are you ok naps? " Dogday asked softly, he wanted to place his hand on his bestie's shoulder but he could clearly see that catnap doesn't want to be touched,
// just great.. // he signed shakily and rubbed his arms
" where's bobby when you need her ?" Kicken sighed heavily ,
" hey it's ok ! , we can beat that asshole for ya ! " Hoppy said as she cracked her knuckles,
' no leave him be ' catnap whispered, knowing his hands are still shaking , his friends heard the crack in his voice and looked at eachother trying to figure out what to do,
" it's ok to be scared catnap!, all of us have our own kinds of panic, take me for an example, I had a bi panic a couple of times !" Dogday said trying to make his friend feel better ,
" yeah!, what he said!, and besides you have us as your friends! " Kicken beamed , as he pointed at himself in (us) part,
" we will be there for you !, we'll always have you back ! " Hoppy smiled widely,
As the three said that they quickly warped catnap in a hug , and he smiled , grateful to have friends like them,
' thanks guys, you're the best ' he whispered instead of signing not because he was shaking, but because his friends were hugging him,
As they were hugging the rest of the gang came, and first one to speak was bobby,
" awwww, this is so adorable! " She smiled and went in to join the group hug too followed by crafty and piggy then bubba,
As they parted bubba asked,
" what was the hugging all about?? " He asked curious,
" oh , it was just a friendly group hug " dogday replied, as he knew this is something catnap decides to share,
Finally their meal arrived and they ate and laughed and chatted until it was time to go
|The end|
Hope you liked it!
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astragreenwoode · 2 months
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I love them so much. They're so fucking cute. Kickin' Chikin and Bubba Bubbaphant are next!
Typed up version of their headcanons below the cut in case my handwriting is hard to read.
BOBBY BEARHUG
• Gives THE BEST hugs
•Knits oversized sweaters for all her friends
• Goes ALL OUT for Valentine's Day
• Loves sweets and always eats desserts before dinner
• Bakes all her own desserts: cakes, cookies, cupcakes, pies, etc.
• Most optimistic next to Dogday
• Mom friend/Therapist of the group
• Has trouble loving herself
CRAFTYCORN
• Multi-Media Artist: ALL THE CRAFTS
• Always carries a sketchbook and supplies
• Shy
• Easily Flustered
• Rainbow Flower Power
• Makes all her own clothes and will mend or make clothes for her friends
• Unnecessarily Apologizes Constantly
• Creates to help express her feelings
I hope you like my work and please let me know what you think, as I really appreciate it and use it as motivation. Be sure to follow me and come back for me, please!
Stay wild, free, and safe, my dears!
-Astra
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guppieishere · 1 month
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So I found this Smiling Critters relationship chart and did it with my OCs because I want to talk about them more
relationship chart template by Valentinbelleyh on twitter
First up is Rozzie Rockoon!
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more detailed explanations of her relationships with the main cast of critters are under the cut!
DogDay:
“DogDay’s awesome! He’s totally lead guitar material.”
“Rozzie’s really fun to hang out with! She’s great at playing music too!”
Rozzie and DogDay are good friends! Rozzie admires DogDay’s leadership skills, and DogDay likes Rozzie’s music. Even though DogDay doesn’t hang out with Rozzie as much as the main critters, they enjoy hanging out together, and he often invites her to hang out when she’s around.
Bobby Bearhug:
“Bobby? She’s nice! She’s just a bit… mushy-gushy? It’s not really my style, y’know?”
“Rozzie’s an amazing musician! And she’s just as good a songwriter! I wonder if she’s working on any of my suggestions…”
Bobby considers Rozzie a good friend (no surprise there), and loves her singing! She often tries to suggest song ideas for Rozzie to write, usually having to do with love or romance. Rozzie thinks Bobby is nice, but is a bit off-put by all her lovey-dovey stuff, mainly because Rozzie hasn’t ever been interested in romantic stuff. She’s tried to make a song with her prompts, but hasn’t gotten very far.
CraftyCorn:
“Crafty’s my art sister from another mister! Love her artwork, dude!”
“Rozzie’s very nice! I love making art with her!”
Crafty is a bit shy around Rozzie at first, but they soon bond over their shared love of the arts! Crafty once designed an outfit for Rozzie’s performances, and in return, Rozzie wrote a song inspired by one of Crafty paintings.
Hoppy Hoppscotch:
“Hoppy’s so much fun! I love her energy! I bet she’d be tons of fun at a concert!”
“Rozzie’s so, so, so cool! …And really understanding, thankfully.”
Hoppy and Rozzie hit it off almost immediately, thanks to their shared tomboyishness. Rozzie tried to teach her to play the drums once. It… didn’t go so well. (Hoppy accidently tore one of the snare drums. Rozzie wasn’t upset, and the drum was easily fixed, but Hoppy decided that playing instruments probably wasn’t her thing.)
Catnap:
“Catnap seems chill! And… a little bit creepy, to be honest.”
“Rozzie’s music is lovely. But her sleep schedule could use some work.”
Rozzie doesn’t dislike CatNap, but she also can’t help but be somewhat unsettled by him. It doesn’t help that CatNap once snuck into Rozzie’s house to put her to sleep when he noticed she was up late working on a song. Catnap either doesn’t notice this, or doesn’t care. He like’s Rozzie’s music, especially her more relaxed songs.
PickyPiggy:
“Picky’s nice! She’s an awesome cook, and she’s got great taste in music!”
“Rozzie’s just peachy keen! And she likes country music, like me!”
Rozzie and Picky don’t immediately hit it off, as they have trouble finding any common ground, but they eventually find a mutual interest in country music! They probably discuss their favorite country musicians over snacks and stuff every so often.
KickinChicken:
“Kickin’s super cool! Dude’s got tons of style!”
“Rozzie rocks! She’s almost as cool as I am!”
Like with Hoppy, Kickin and Rozzie hit it off really quickly. Kickin also plays an instrument (specifically, he plays the bass guitar), so they frequently get together and have jam sessions! Him playing the bass is actually what gave Rozzie the idea to try and teach Hoppy the drums, so they could start a band together! It didn’t end up panning out, though…
Bubba Bubbaphant:
“That Bubba dude is really smart! I wish I was as good at remembering stuff as him.”
“Rozzie’s nice! And surprisingly calm when she’s not playing music.”
Bubba initially finds Rozzie to be a bit intense, but he eventually warms up to her once they interact when she’s not playing music, finding her to be actually pretty mellow and relaxed. Rozzie, on the other hand, took a liking to Bubba pretty quickly, being impressed by his memory and intelligence.
I’ll do Randy and Clever tomorrow probably (or I guess later today cuz it’s 3AM when I’m writing this)
(if catnap were real he’d be so pissed lmao, I gotta sleep)
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aureum-cordis · 1 month
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Been a hot little minute since I’ve added anything, I’ve got a few projects in the works along with the sixth part to Lost & Found though! Would anyone be opposed if I decided to write a few drabbles of the cartoon Smiling Critters? Just something wholesome and along the lines of general cartoons of that nature?
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Oh my god I haven’t seen this theory yet but I feel stupid for not thinking of it before WHAT IF THE LINES FROM THE CARDBOARD CUTOUT SMILING CRITTERS WERE THEIR LAST WORDS TO CATNAP BEFORE HE KILLED THEM
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What all do you ship? Are there anything that you don't ship and don't wanna write for?
Haha, yeah I do have some SC ships I dislike. Like Hoppy x Kickin or DogDay x CatNap. It's not the pairing itself, it's just that the way their portrayed in any fan work is incredibly boringggg, nobody explores their dynamic enough!!!
Something I aim to do with Puppynugs is try to flesh out their relationship as best as possible. Sure, maybe my interpretation of the characters may be considered extremely far from canon (Which is kinda.... Hard to say, because the canon cartoon is couples of voice lines with not too much to go off of.... Unless you're me and you're crazy.) but I'm trying to make it as understandable as possible so people know why they are like that! Though, some of the HCs for them are definitely projected. (More slop for me idk)
Anyways, as for other ships that aren't puppynugs... Here's some other ships I like in the SC fandom!! :3
Hoppy x Bobby (Hoppyhug)
Crafty x Kickin
PickyPiggy x Kickin
Crafty x DogDay x CatNap
Crafty x CatNap (DreamyDoodles)
CatNap x Bobby
CatNap x PickyPiggy (Midnight Snack)
Bubba x Kickin (Star Student)
Bubba x Picky
Bubba x Crafty
Crafty x Hoppy (Speedpaint)
Anything I didn't list is still a-ok to me, and just because I don't particularly like HopKick or DayNap doesn't mean that they are bad ships, and I don't mind people asking me to write HCs for any SC ship either!
I like exploring dynamics of the characters because we have so much to work with! Their personalities are barely defined and I would like to define them!!!!!
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protective-mama-bear · 2 months
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One day, they will understand...
Bobby would enter her bedroom, letting out a soft sigh from the exhaustion on taking care of her dear friends from trying to escape from her. She can't help but be frustated on why her dear friends are so stubborn, why can't they just understand that she was trying to protect them!
Bobby felt anger inside her started to rise as her fur would be tensed and a slight growl would be hear coming from her... until her eyes locked on her heart-shape mirror. She couldn't help but stare at the mirror for a few moment... until she felt tears running down her face.
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Why does all her friends try to resist her? Why can't they just understand?...is so frustating that Bobby just wanted to pull her fur off from her head. Her body couldn't stop trembling and her breathing getting unsteady... until she let out a maniacal laugh that fill with frustation mixed with obsession.
"HAHAHAHAHAH!!!...."
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She leaned down so the mirror could reflect her face that were stained with her tears. Her heart-shape pupils were glowing brightly and an obsessive smile would crossed on her face with her paw placed on her chest, gripping the fur a bit. "I don't care how long do i need for all of you to finally know that i care about you...if it take weeks or years...i can wait that long...i make sure...that one day...that you all will understand on why i do this...i just wanted to protect you... and i will do it."
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awakentrashpanda · 2 months
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📓 Crafty and Bobby
YES
Both of them
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x-i-l-verify · 3 months
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Being honest, I think using Miss Delight and Ollie in this chapter instead of the Critters was a mistake. Dogday would have been a great candidate for the role Ollie filled. It would explain why he already knows us when we find him in the dungeon, why he calls us "Poppy's Angel," why he already seems to know what she's planning. It would also just be thematically appropriate, because of course he knows Playcare like the back of his hand, of course he would be the one to bring back the power, the light, in order to chase away Catnap's darkness. It would make the fact that we couldn't save him at the end of the Playhouse section that much more of a gut-punch, because he would have already saved us multiple times at that point and he would have felt like a friend.
As for the other Smiling Critters, a couple of them could already be dead, sure, but others could have been lurking in various buildings and locations within the Playcare. Bobby Bearhug and Picky Piggy could have been who we run into in Home Sweet Home, with Bobby languishing in the bedrooms that held the children she once loved so dearly, while Picky, who has gone insane from hunger, haunts the kitchens, desperately prowling for fresh meat. We could convince Bobby to help us, while evading Picky, lending a sense of true danger and urgency to the level that was lacking in the original, since we are never in any actual danger inside Home Sweet Home in that version outside of running into the red smoke without our gas mask.
Craftycorn and Bubba Bubbaphant could be who we run into in the school, or Bubba could possibly be found in the caverns or in one of the power rooms, giving us a key piece of equipment that we would need to progress or helping us with solving puzzles. Craftycorn could take the place of Miss Delight, with the same mechanics and everything, but instead of being insane with hunger like Miss Delight, she could be desperately seeking out new art supplies, since she has long since run out. Fresh blood makes great paint.
The antagonists in the Playhouse could still be the mini Critters, or it could possibly be Kickin' Chicken or Hoppy Hopscotch, who are trying to get your grabpack and take it for their own in order to escape. Whichever character isn't trying to steal your grabpack would be helping you play keep-away with it. Alternatively, Kickin Chicken and Bubba could already be dead (since their voice lines end in screaming in their cutouts), and Hoppy could be trying to help us get the power back on after Dogday's death (since her symbol is a lightning bolt). When Catnap finally makes his appearance, she could sacrifice herself to distract him, giving us key time to get away and set up our defenses with the batteries.
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lavendersartistry · 1 month
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The Bite that Stings
Space Riders AU - @onyxonline KoiRite - @lavendersartistry
This fic is another party fic for onyxonline's Space Riders AU, this time with shenanigans! Check out this POV for context! Please check Onyx out, their work is super cool!
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The soft, formal music by the orchestra felt like torture to Hoppy's eardrums. It was too quiet, too nice. Hoppy needed something... something exciting.
She looked around the ballroom, making quick observations.
Kickin and Bobby were off dancing.
Bubba was off mingling, as per usual.
Picky was near the buffet table.
Crafty, Koi, and Z were by the drink table.
So many options to go do to distract herself but none seemed worth it. Hoppy thought about going to find where DogDay and CatNap were, but that felt like a bit of too much effort.
Unless DogDay was hiding because Z was with everyone, and in a suit. Then a light bulb went off in Hoppy's mind.
It was only 10:55. By 11:00, the party would go into a full swing of partnered dances. If Hoppy could get DogDay and Z to meet around that time, they would be able to spend time together.
Hoppy headed out the doors to find DogDay and CatNap, running down the hallways to find the duo.
She had eventually found them in one of the lounge rooms, DogDay plopped on the sofa while CatNap tried getting him off. It seemed the two were arguing.
"I'm not heading out there!"
'It's only a dance. Stop being a gay in denial and talk to him.'
"HEY-"
Hoppy snickered and walked over to the two.
"Trying to pair up DogDay and Z for the upcoming dance too?"
CatNap calmly nodded as DogDay groaned under the sofa's cushions, turning his head to face the two.
"I can't do it! I'll freeze up before even trying to ask for a dance!"
Hoppy sat on the sofa, next to DogDay's head and poked his cheek.
"It's now or never, captain. One chance to dance with your crush. You just gotta do it!"
CatNap nodded at Hoppy's words, which made DogDay sigh. She was right, this was the one chance he and Z could spend time together for just one night.
DogDay sat up and heavily sighed, nodding.
"You're right. I have to do this. Let's go."
Hoppy cheered as DogDay got up from the sofa, taking a deep breath before heading out of the lounge room. Hoppy and CatNap followed suit, ready to watch everything go down.
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Z glanced up at the time. 10:59. Only a minute left till the partnered dances. He crossed his arms, leaning back to the wall.
"Are you alright?"
Z turned his head, noting Crafty's concern for him. He simply sighed and turned his head away.
"Almost 11. That partnered dance is a minute away. Not looking forward to ladies clamoring over for a dance."
Koi, hearing everything, lightly laughed as she sipped her third glass of wine.
"Why not ask DogDay for a dance? I'm sure he wouldn't mind that."
Z looked towards Koi's direction, then sighed.
"That's... not a bad idea, I suppose. Also, how are you not drunk yet?"
"High alcohol tolerance."
Z mumbled a "uh huh" before glancing at the time again. 11 pm. The dance was starting.
As if on cue, Z felt a tap on his shoulder. He turned around.
DogDay.
Z took this as a sign. He lightly bowed, gaze at DogDay.
"May I have this dance, captain?"
DogDay blushed at Z's gesture but nodded, putting his hand in Z's.
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CatNap was looking at something for far too long, his tail swaying under his feet. He was frowning at something, something bad.
"Yo, CatNap! You okay, buddy?"
CatNap glanced over at Hoppy.
'I can't tell if it's a drunk or someone genuinely being rude.'
"What do you mean- ohhhhh."
Hoppy leaned her head over to see what CatNap was referring to, now knowing what he meant.
"Get Koi to handle it?"
'Yep.'
"Instigate for a fight?"
'Totally.'
Like gremlins, CatNap and Hoppy heading over to Koi who was by the corner with Z, Crafty, and DogDay.
DogDay immediately noticed the smug faces, knowing they were going to start something.
"What are you two up to this time?"
Hoppy dramatically shrugged, holding back her laughs.
"Oh, nothing. It's just there's some jerk that's being a bit of an ass to some girls. Dunno if he's just drunk or not."
CRACK
The sound of glass nearly breaking alarmed DogDay, turning over to Koi.
Her expression darkened as she clutched the glass tightly, muscles lightly flexing under her sleeves.
DogDay quickly looked away, trying not to stare. Koi, on the other hand, looked straight at CatNap.
"What tie?"
'Light blue tie.'
Koi stood up, carefully putting the glass in her hand down on a nearby table before pulling off her tie and wrapping it around her right hand.
"I'll take care of it."
As Koi walked off, DogDay was panicking.
"Wait, Koi, don't! Guys, why?! We don't need this tonight!"
Z shrugged and leaned back.
"But it makes the night more entertaining."
DogDay facepalmed.
"You're not helping!"
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Koi, despite her anger, calmly walked to the scene Hoppy described. She took a notice of the poor ladies and rude jackass by the door. In a quick motion, Koi forcefully grabbed the guy by the back of his hair, keeping her gaze to the ladies.
"Apologies, but I would like you three to leave. This will be taken care of, I assure you, but I wouldn't want to frighten you."
Due to Koi's appearance, many believed she was a man with a cold and protective demeanor rather than a woman. The ladies instantly blushed and walked away, whispering to each other.
Koi made sure they were far away before pulling the guy's head back further before slamming his head into the ground, making the ground shake a little.
A few Space Riders ran over, including Hoppy and CatNap. Hoppy cheered at the scene.
"Go Koi, go! Beat 'em up! Beat 'em up!"
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"So. Koi, huh?"
Crafty snapped out of her flustered state and lightly glared at Z.
"Shut up!"
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bearhugsandshrugs · 4 months
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Hey anons thanks for sending all these delicious prompts! I'll fill them over the holidays as they don't need any beta reading and I can just throw them out. so it might be a while!
meanwhile I'm working on my fics and some housekeeping:
Slowburn enemies to lovers Tavtash will get a fifth chapter soon (and it's so hot already....ooooofff)
Folie, the Raphael/Haarlep/Tav smut epos, will get its final chapter before the end of the year
And so will Keeping Score, my RaphTav fic, but I'm dreading closing it sighhhh
Also will put up a Gortash drabbles masterpost, here and on AO3
And then I have a few surprises in the works, especially for the horny Bane people out there
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