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themagenamedsage · 2 years
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Eddie Munson/Corroded Coffin “Making it Big” Headcanons
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~ written by 🦇~
Part 2 can be found here.
***Eddie Munson lives and his name is cleared AU because he deserves no less***
***technically the 4th member of corroded coffin has no name (sad face), so I’ve named him Grant, after the actor who plays him***
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Eddie, Gareth, Jeff, and Grant scraped up every possible spare change they had.
Gareth and Grant had finally graduated, which meant they had the time to get “real” jobs, just like Eddie and Jeff had to before them. But with those “real” jobs, came real adult debts and other responsibilities that required money, so things were tight for a while.
But it was a group effort, and they were all in it together to save whatever money they could in order to get Corroded Coffin’s first official album produced.
After almost a year, they finally scraped up all the money they could manage to hire some guy Gareth’s cousin told them about a few towns over. Said guy had an entire little studio set up in his mother’s basement, and offered them a “friends and family” discount- which basically meant he’d take whatever money they could give him, plus other forms of payment.
Other payments included food but also included goods that Eddie was able to provide
They recorded the album in the man’s mother’s dimly lit basement, but the experience wasn’t all sunshine and rainbows.
Eddie swore the smell of mothballs would never leave his nostrils, and the group had to spend literal hours narrowing down Corroded Coffin’s expansive repertoire to come up with the ten most perfect tracks to put onto the album.
After the album was recorded, came the even harder part: making about a kajillion copies of it to distribute.
Speaking of the master copy of the album: Grant was tasked with guarding that bad boy, on pain of death. He was down to go down for the cause, though.
Once the many, many copies were made, the group mailed them off to as many record labels that they could find the information for on the East and West Coasts.
Eddie had never spent so much time in a library than he did while trying to look up all those mailing addresses information.
For a few months, nothing happened. The band would sell a couple tapes at their local shows at The Hideout, but beyond that, their precious album remained relatively unknown. But they’d done it- they had an album! If no one else saw the brilliance of their work, that was alright. They knew they had something special.
Then one day, Eddie was at work (at a local record store, AKA the most tolerable (and legal) “adult” job he could find) when he got a call. He never got calls at work, so immediately, he panicked, thinking something was wrong with Wayne.
But Wayne was the one calling- and Eddie had a call waiting for him back at the trailer.
Eddie sped, a lot, but he’d never sped home quite so fast as he did that day.
The call was from none other than a relatively decent sized record label out in LA. They liked Corroded Coffin’s stuff, and they wanted more.
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Years later…
Corroded Coffin quickly became a household name.
In the several years since the band’s launch into stardom, they’d gone on countless tours, played shows in almost every US state, and had even done several shows overseas in the UK.
They even supported Metallica on a few tours.
Jeff most definitely did not have to keep pinching Eddie the first time they met the legendary band, for fear that Corroded Coffin’s front man might simply faint on the spot.
The 90s brought all sorts of change, even for the small town of Hawkins. Though Corroded Coffin’s members were once considered the freaks of their town (and for one of them, a prime suspect in a gruesome “murder”), the band’s major success changed the tune for many of Hawkins’ residents.
Former-Sheriff-turned-Mayor-Hopper was so proud of the once deviants, he even had a sign added to all entry points to town.
“Welcome to Hawkins: Hometown of Corroded Coffin”
Every time the band played in Indianapolis, Eddie would never, ever forget to secure the entire group VIP passes.
Though everyone (except Robin) now had their licenses, the gang still opted to ride up to Indianapolis together, for old time’s sake. Nancy and Steve took turns driving, while the other made sure all the passengers in the back refrained from fighting with one another for the hour and a half drive.
Corroded Coffin’s gigs were intense, and that was not made any less apparent despite the increasing sizes of the venues they played.
Eddie Munson may or may not have been notorious for stage diving at the most unpredictable of times.
He did so once during one of Corroded Coffin’s slower songs and would have broken his arm and guitar with the fall if Corroded Coffin’s fans hadn’t been so dedicated to catching him.
Though Corroded Coffin’s type of music was not everyone in the gang’s first choice of musical taste, the concerts were still nice for all of them to break up the daily grind and escape for a night.
But Dustin always had the most fun at the gigs.
Every time they had a show in Indianapolis, Eddie made sure Corroded Coffin’s cover of Master of Puppets was added to the show’s set list. And each time they played it, he invited Dustin out on stage for the song.
Even though Dustin couldn’t describe the joy he felt in seeing his friend literally living out his dreams on stage, a bittersweet thought always lingered in his mind.
Corroded Coffin’s shows now were electric, grand even.
But Eddie Munson’s concert in the Upside Down had been legendary.
If only the world could know.
Most. Metal. Ever.
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baekhyunbitz · 5 years
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Yin and Yang
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An: Finally finished!!! Since it's this cuties birthday still in my country, I wanted to get it done and post it today. Happy Birthday handsome❣
Genre: Flufffffff
Pairing: Sehun x Reader
Warnings: none
Word Count: 2.4k +
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The stories say on your 17th birthday, you're one step closer to finding your soulmate. You will begin to notice a tattoo take its form and only your soulmate possesses the copy. They can range from any size, color, and pattern, and could possibly change once you have met them but that case is very rare. It's become much easier as the years go on and social media becomes more popular, pictures are uploaded 24/7 making the search a bit more bearable. Then there are people like me that choose to let time take its course. Believe me, I get curious every once and a while but I'm not in any hurry. The day I turned 17 wasn't a day I was looking forward to. All everyone seems to care about anymore is finding their special person but there is so much more to live for. I was actually very pleased with my piece though. Yin and Yang. Dark and light. Simple, yes, but my light carried thin brush strokes of crimson and tangerine, while my dark looked like a messy brush stroke as if the zigzag scribbles were enough to cover the Yin next to the Yang. Messy, but simple, it fit me.
As the next few years go on, all my friends have found their S/O after hours of browsing the web, I, on the other hand, have traveled around the world, adding a new tattoo to commemorate my adventures. I saunter down the hall of my apartment towards my front door, making sure I have everything I need.
"Headphones, check. Wallet, check. Water, check. Keys...." I look towards the wall by the front door and grab them from their place on the hook. "Check." I slip on my shoes then head out the door, skipping through the lobby and out the main doors.
Today marks a year since I've moved to South Korea. I wanted a big new change in my life and this vibrant and alive city was calling out my name. From the culture to the food, the sights, to the loving. I decided to get the skyline of the city in a small celebration for this special anniversary. About 6 months ago, a new tattoo/piercing shop opened several blocks into the city, INKredible Tattoos and I've heard nothing but incredible reviews about them. I took a liking to their portfolios and decided I wanted to have them be a part of my adventure piece on my arm. I've made it a goal that I always find a new artist to add to the sleeve piece on my left arm, also adding two decently sized pieces on each thigh and a four leaf clover behind my right ear. My sleeve consists of all the places I've been to, my biggest achievements, my relationships with family and friends, all framing my soulmate tattoo.
Passing the apartment buildings of various colors and structures, the tattoo shop comes into sight, a maroon awning shading the entrance and music playing from the speaker. The bell chimes as I walk into the air-conditioned lobby. The walls are painted the same maroon with gold flakes scattered, mahogany polished flooring with black leather sofas for seating. What caught my eye though was the espresso tinted irises looking in my direction.
"Ah, welcome to INKredible Tattoos. How can I help you today?" The man stepped out from behind the glass case, my eyes falling to the way his dark blue jeans hugged his gorgeously thick thighs. Words got stuck in my throat as the sunlight from the window lit up his profile, showing his sharp jawline and deep set features. His thick chocolate locks fell onto his forehead as he extended his hand out to mine. His olive green t-shirt gripping his biceps,
"I'm sorry, my name is Dean, I'm the owner of this shop."
"Y/N. Pleasure to meet you." My eyes still fixated on his features, a chuckle escaping past his lips.
"The pleasure is mine. What were you thinking about getting today hun?"
"Well, I was thinking about getting the skyline of Seoul on my left arm here by my shou— "
"Dean!" A voice yelled, "Did you happen to—oh..." Another guy appeared in my vision, one that is a little more eccentric than Dean. His black teal tinted curls bounced as he took the space next to Dean, mahogany vortexes took me by surprise, just as much as the silver ball of his labret piercing, "What's a cute girl like you doing in a place like this? Thinking about getting a piercing from the one and only me?" He pointed at himself, my eyes catching the sling of his chest peeking out of his semi buttoned-up red, blue, and white shirt.
"Knock it off Mino, she's here for a tattoo." Dean hissed and Mino slid his hands into his dark jeans. His plush pink lips formed a pout that seemed too cute for his sultry features. I chuckle from his reaction, easing the tension, a slight smirk making itself apparent in the corner of Mino's lips.
"Hey Christian! We have a new canvas!" Mino gruffed and a guy with curly obsidian hair made his way down the hall. Clinging to his body was a gray short sleeved button down shirt, accentuating his muscular biceps, black ink art spilling down his left arm.
"Is that so, what made you decide to come here?" His thick Australian accent stunned me as he approached me, his warm skin soaked in the sunlight as well as his caramel irises turning a warm honey.
"6 months ago I heard the buzz about your shop from a friend so I decided to check out your website and admired everyone's portfolios. The different techniques from each of you are outstanding, but one in particular really captured my interest. I believe his name is Oh Sehun."
"Well, you happen to be in luck today, he's in the back room." As I followed Christian down the hall, bright red hair caught my attention. My feet stopped at one of the rooms, my eyes viewing the tattoo artist; his eyes focused on the customer's piece, the buzz of the tattoo machine at work. He pulled away from the skin, his hand grabbing the clean paper towel from his slender leg. His maroon sleeves are pushed up, showing the ink on his arm; I leaned against the door frame trying to see his features, but his red hair blocked them, "Y/N, what are you waiting for?" Christian's voice bringing me back to reality, my feet pulling me from the door to a few rooms further, "Get your guns ready, master. You've got an admirer." Christian moved to the side of the door to let me by. My heart stopped as my eyes fell on to the man sitting in the chair. His dark almond irises met with mine, the words I tried to speak stuck in my throat.
"Awesome, what'sypur name love?"
"Y/N." Even his voice has me weak. He rolled back in his chair, his shirt revealing his toned chest making my heart race,
”Go ahead and sit in the chair for me." His eyes watched me, his soft brown hair falling into his face, "What are we thinking about creating today?"
“The skyline of Seoul. I wanted to get a piece to commemorate a whole year here. It's an early birthday gift for myself and I figured now was better than never."
"We going with the black silhouette?"He rolls over in the chair next to me, the close presence sending a chill down my spine. What has come over me?
"Yes, I was thinking about getting it right here by my shoulder."
"Alright. I'm going to trace out the stencil and place it to see if you like the spot." Sehun saunters over to the light table, giving light instructions to Christian to get the necessary equipment ready. My eyes can't help but wander around the room, Sehun's work framed on the walls, his technique so effortless. My gaze lands back on Sehun at the table, his honey-like skin glowing under the soft lighting from the table.
"He's stunning isn't he?" Christian lightly whispered causing me to jump a bit in my seat.
"What? I mean...I wasn't..?"
"It’s okay love, most clients end up staring at one point or another after walking through the door." He winked with a light smirk he wondered over to Sehun to let him know the station was ready to go.
"How does this look?" Sehun rolls over to me with the stencil in hand, a black silhouette of the skyline of Seoul perfectly etched out on the tracing paper with carbon ink.
"Perfect, it's exactly what I want."
"Excellent, I'll just place it to get the right spot then we'll get started." His soft smile had my heart skipping a beat, his hands gently laid the paper against my left arm just below my shoulder at the top of my inked sleeve. His digits brushing over my skin with a feather-like touch while smoothing out the edges of the paper.
"Still looking good?" I looked into the hand mirror he held up so I can view the placement, nodding to let him know it was great where it was,
"Let's get started then, Christian you mind helping Dean out for right now since this shouldn't take too long." Christian saluted for his departure, closing the door on the way out. One of my favorite sounds fills the room as the tattoo gun comes to life, "So what's your story behind your sleeve love?"
"I have this goal for myself actually. I try to go on adventures and try new things as much as I can, when I accomplish this, I add a new piece to my sleeve. I've been adventuring since I turned 17. It hasn't been easy with everyone telling me that I won't get far if I don't have my soulmate by my side."
"I never understood why finding our soulmates was a priority. I don't need someone to make a living in life."
"Thank you! Finally, I met someone that feels the same way I do. I also started getting more pieces so people around me would stop harassing me about their soulmates." A light chuckle came from the man sitting in front of me, the corner of his lips turning into a smirk. That sound. Might just become my new favorite. What has come over me today? He's just a guy. He's just my tattoo artist.
"I'm gonna need you to turn your arm a slight bit here so I can finish it up." As I turn my arm, I noticed the machine stop buzzing, his features falling blank.
"Is there something wrong?" He furrowed his brow, struggling to find the right words as started up the machine again.
"Uh.. sor— sorry, I was just amazed by all the achievements you've made. You've done so much it seems, more than anyone I know." Is that really what caused him to stop? Nobody has done that before… I wonder—no… he can't be. There's no way.
"What got you into the tattooing business?"
"Well since I can remember, I've had a love for the art form, wasn't until I got my first tattoo that I actually started learning. Once I got used to the machine and practiced a lot with my teacher, I did my first tattoo on Dean. We've been close since that day. When he asked me to be a member of his new parlor, I was so ecstatic to finally have my dream job." The genuine smile he displayed showed the deep passion he has for this line of work.
"You're family must be really proud of you. Following your dreams and goals."
"Actually, they just wanted me to find my soulmate just like everyone else."
"I'm sorry, Sehun... I didn't me—"
"It's okay love, I've had plenty of time to get over it. Like you, it's not the most important adventure in my life. Although, I'm open to the idea as of lately." Why did those few words seem to punch me in the chest... I shouldn't feel this way for someone I just met.
"I hope you find your special someone Sehun. You seem like a great guy."
"Thank you Y/N, but I have a feeling I won't have too much trouble."
"How optimistic. Good quality to have in life."
"Alright, you're all finished hun, I hope you like it." He lifts up the hand mirror once again so I can see the finished piece. He ended up adding two birds flying above the skyline, adding onto the beautiful silhouette.
"I adore it Sehun, thank you so much. It means a great deal to me."
"Anytime, you ever feel like getting another piece in the future while you're around, I would love to be the artist." Seeing his full smile caused a blush to spread over my cheekbones. Oh God, please don't notice. He took the latex gloves off as we made our way to the door, entering the hall,
"So how are we paying today?"
"Card is fine." I reached into my pocket to pull out my card, only to see Sehun's hand laying on the counter. My heart started to pound in my chest at the replica to my soulmate piece, but in blue. Blinking a couple of times to make sure my mind wasn't playing tricks on me, the color started to change into a mauve. I look down at mine to see the tangerine shade fade into the same mauve color.
"How about a date instead?" I thought I was blushing before— boy, earlier couldn't come close to comparison. Whistles, hollers, and claps filled the space around the lobby causing a chuckle to fall past Sehun's lips as his friends applauded the long-awaited moment.
"I was beginning to wonder how long it would take for one of you to notice. I happened to see your tattoo as you explained your story, the funny part was that you were automatically drawn to his work, I didn't need to intervene." Dean explained as he high fived Christian and the red-haired man from the other room.
"Bout damn time there man, I was starting to think you were never going to find the one. By the way, my names Kwon Jiyong, but you can call me G-Dragon."
"Nice to meet you." We shook hands before he leaned down to lightly kiss the top of my hand, letting go to ruffle Sehun's hair.
"So what do you say, love? Mind if I show off your beauty to my city?"
"As long as it's you by my side, I'll go anywhere."
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