I’ve seen people say that Szeth is deadpan and has no sense of humor. It’s true that he doesn’t do wordplay or make jokes, but I offer these passages from Oathbringer as proof that he does have a hint of dry humor.
From OB chapter 92:
Aren’t you going to search for other criminals?
“I needed only one, sword-nimi , to test what has been told to me and to learn a few important facts.”
Like how smelly convicts are?
“That is indeed part of the secret.”
And OB chapter 98:
“I used a pole to block pouches,” Szeth said. “But I did not attack anyone with it.”
“You attacked me!” said the woman he’d thrown at someone else.
“Physical contact was not forbidden, and I cannot help it if you are unable to control your Lashings when I release you.”
And of course, this exchange from OB chapter 120, which is probably the one passage most people think of when they think “funny” and “Szeth”
Szeth settled down lightly beside her. “I have failed to carry this burden.”
“That’s okay. Your weird face is burden enough for one man.”
“Your words are wise,” he said, nodding.
That passage is funny because who else would respond that way to Lift saying their face is weird? But I think the first two parts I shared are better examples of Szeth’s dry humor. It’s so straight forward, and I imagine him delivering these lines in like the most matter of fact tone of voice. He says things as he sees them, and if that comes across as a bit humorous, that’s the way it is. It’s so unique, and I love it
Let Szeth show more dry humor 2024!
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Levi's monologue when he was beating the shit out of eren
I can't believe it. I mean, really, can you? It's like a twisted, messed-up joke that humanity's last hope is pinned on a group of bumbling, power-hungry, so-called leaders. These guys couldn't even lead a donkey to water without getting lost in the desert...
And don't get me started on the Yeager brat. Ugly as a Titan's backside, but they want to barbecue him like he's the main course at a Titan buffet. The poor brat is scared out of his mind, stuttering like a broken record, begging for his life every few seconds. Newsflash, brat: nobody understands you when you're gagged. It's like trying to have a deep philosophical debate with a brick wall.
Nile Dok, the shining beacon of all that is pig-headed and self-important. Head of the Military Police, they call him. But from where I'm standing, he's the grand poobah of all things nonsensical. And let's not forget Nick, the Minister Shitface, holding the prestigious title of vice-judge. It's like a match made in heaven – two peas in a pod of bureaucratic incompetence.
Erwin, on the other hand, well, he's got his own history with Dok. Something about stealing Erwin's girl, Marie, way back when. The details aren't clear, but you can bet your boots that it's a festering wound that still stings. You see, Eyebrows may look as calm as a tranquil lake, but beneath that serene exterior, there's a storm brewing.
Minister Nick and his never-ending religious sermons. He's all about that Walls mumbo-jumbo, but honestly, I've got more important things to do, like keeping your sorry butts alive in this Titan-infested world. If I did give a damn about religion, I'd want a better spokesperson than this guy. I mean, really, it's like having a dung beetle as your life coach. Nick's "inspirational" speeches would put even the most dedicated insomniac to sleep. But hey, maybe that's the secret to his survival – bore the Titans to tears. While he's preaching about the great beyond, I'm out here in the real world, making sure you have a future to even worry about.
If there's a heaven, hell, or purgatory, I hope they've got better entertainment than this holy bore. Dok's playing puppet master to Zackly, and it's a damn puppet show I'm not willing to watch any longer. The clock's ticking, and I can't let this charade continue. The jury needs a reality check before Dok's nonsense becomes law.
Erwin, my partner in crime, gives me that unspoken signal, and it's like we share the same damn brain. Twins, they call us, and they might be right. But let's get one thing straight – I got the looks, and I've got the, well, length, if you catch my drift.
It's time to step up, cut through the crap, and bring some order to this chaotic world. Because if there's one thing we don't need, it's more clowns in this circus of despair. It's time for the Survey Corps to do what we do best – kick some Titan ass and take names.
It's a damn shame that I have to resort to beating the living daylights out of Eren Yeager to make a point. But let me tell you, it's like a twisted kind of therapy for me. The kid's got a hair-trigger temper, and it doesn't take much to set him off. I mean, everything makes him lose his marbles.
You'd think we were living in a world where Titans are the least of our worries, with the way Eren goes ballistic over the smallest things. It's like he's got a personal grudge against serenity. But hey, if my fists can knock some sense into him, then I'll gladly be the bad guy. In this world, losing your cool can get you killed, and I'll do whatever it takes to keep this circus from turning into a bloody tragedy.
Mikasa, the black-haired girl, can't seem to stop gushing over "Ereh!" like she's some kind of Titan-slaying goddess. The way she clings to that Titan-spitface is almost comical. Kid's got herself a full-blown crush on Mr. Yeager.
And sure, I've heard it before, that Mikasa Ackerman looks a bit like me, despite us having zero ties. But let's get one thing straight – I'd rather be related to a sack of potatoes than be associated with a brat who's obsessed with Eren.
I'm not one to toot my own horn, but between her and me, I'm the hotter one in this messed-up circus. Beauty might not save the world, but it sure beats being infatuated with a Titan-transforming teenager.
It's not the stench of their porky existence that gets to me, although that's a close second. No, it's the fear that I feed on, thrive on, and let me tell you, it's a feast.
Dok and Minister Nick are probably soaking their pants, and also shitting right about now, knowing that in my mind's eye, I'm picturing them in Yeager's shoes. There's something satisfying about watching them squirm, knowing that their day of judgment might be just around the corner. It's like a sweet symphony, and I'm the conductor, orchestrating their fear, one crescendo at a time. This world is a savage playground, and I'm the merciless player.
Wait shit, was that a spit and blood covered tooth? Holy hell, it doesn't matter. I need to pull back. Just one more kick.
Okay, maybe one more for good measure. Can't leave things unfinished, right?
And one last one, just to make sure things are nice and tidy. It's not often I get to let loose like this, so might as well enjoy it while it lasts. Another kick for the sake of, well, cleanliness.
TLDR: Shipping between Levi and Eren won't be tolerated, it's disgusting.
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Apology dance from Turtleneck Crowley
Guys I was having trouble getting some lighthearted exaggeration across in my posts 😭(aka Neil being the ultimate Crowley kinnie, Aziraphale and Crowley becoming cannon in season 2 even though I already knew they were in love since first written, Ariana grande’s side to side being the ultimate meta as to why he walks like that, etc) and was quite honestly rolling my eyes and getting sarcastic but I realized not everyone gets my humor and
I should use tone tags!!!
Sorry!
/not sarcastic now
/no really /omg how do I stop sounding sarcastic and genuinely sound considerate
/serious
Sorry, I impulsively make jokes and so
(The joke here was that I can’t stop sounding sarcastic even when I mean it and the repetition was funny because it’s a never ending loop)
!I am honestly not trying to be condescending to those who don’t understand certain jokes because I have too much respect for myself to be an asshole like that and I also know some of you have autism which makes sarcasm difficult to understand and I completely empathize with that ! (my mom has autism and finds me insufferable)
Love you all and apology dance for assuming everyone has telepathy 😭🫶🏻 my bad 🥹
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