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The Black Butler revival will, of course, in this day and age, be the complete embodiment of pro-ship vs. anti-ship discourse, given the subject matter.

But for those of you who are watching this for the first time in 2024 (which includes myself!), there are certain things about the show you simply must understand, for the sake of media literacy.

The first is that Black Butler is supernatural gothic romanticism at its core. This genre alone should tell you that the relationships integral to the plot will be complex, messy, and toxic, by default. That is not only a huge part of this genre’s appeal, but very much the point of the story.

The themes are dark, the terrible things that happen to the main characters are dark, and therefore the relationships at the forefront (and in the background) will reflect that.

The gothic genre has been alluringly popular for over a century (longer, if you know your history) because audiences are entranced by the macabre, the tainted antiheroes, the monsters who live inside us all. It’s popular for a reason.

That being said, understand that whether you, the viewer, ship Sebastian and Ciel or not is irrelevant. Their bond doesn’t need to be understood as romantic or sexual, but it sure as hell isn’t normal. It isn’t healthy. And the audience knows that. That’s the draw. It’s what makes them compelling to watch.

Ciel and Sebastian’s relationship mirrors many gothic novels, poems, and penny dreadfuls written in the Victorian Era (the very same time period in which Kuroshitsuji takes place). The Victorian folks who read these tales for the first time ate that shit up, because it was tantalizing. It was shocking. It was inappropriate, and monstrous, and violent, and erotic, and went against societal norms. But that was the point.

A huge part of gothic romanticism is the blatant sexualization of the relationship between the “monstrous” characters and their human counterparts in the story. Sex itself doesn’t need to take place for their bond to be sexually charged. The forbidden nature of their relationship—which typically involves layers of social taboos, moral ambiguity, or simple infatuation—is what makes their interactions erotic. Sexual contact rarely ever actually happens in these stories. It’s the taboo nature of their bond that creates the tension.

One of the many reasons audiences love this genre is the constant question of morality in its themes. Who, between them, is the real monster? Could the human character have ever been saved? This genre is often associated with tragedy, because the bond forged between the characters in these stories are destined to end in death and destruction. The reader knows it can’t end any other way. How can it?

But an integral element of these gothic tales is the catharsis that comes with this tragedy. The corrupted human often gets what they want in the end, even if it’s at the cost of their own life. Whether they regret their choice to foster this monstrous relationship varies on the story, but it doesn’t change the trajectory of their descent.

Sebastian and Ciel’s relationship is the whole plot of Black Butler. Their closeness bears a grotesque ick factor, but it is deliberate. It is a constant reminder of how unnatrual their bond truly is. Rationalizing or watering down how abnormal they are about each other misses the point entirely. They will never have a normal, healthy relationship, and that’s what moves the plot forward.

That’s why you’re watching it.

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i learned about Tim Wong who successfully and singlehandedly repopulated the rare California Pipevine Swallowtail butterfly in San Francisco. In the past few years, he’s cultivated more than 200 pipevine plants (their only food source) and gives thousands of caterpillars to his local Botanical Garden (x)

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Killjoy: Oh!! Raze!! What are you doing we will be late for our dinner reservation!! Raze: Aw nahh I canceled it. Killjoy: Im..Sorry you what? Raze that reservation was made a month ago! Why did you? Raze: Cause I want you for dinner~ Killjoy:....O...Oh...

#Valorant raze #valorant killjoy #valorant #Raze is a duelist but she def intiates most of the time #KJ is a bottom cant tell me different

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Fade: ....Any ways thats why my prowlers are so dangerous. One wrong move an-.... Clove: Nah they just needed some ear scritches yknow? *Actively cuddling the large prowler* Fade:...I...What?

#valorant #valorant fade #clove valorant #Clove has no fear change my mind

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Fade: Gekko...If it's your dice fine. Whatever. However Thrash eating MY DICE- Thrash: **Puppy dog eyes** Gekko: Cmon Fade she doesn't mean it. Fade:....Ugh...Fine...

#valorant #valorant fade #Valorant gekko #Valorant agents play dnd

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Thoughts on New Valorant Cinematic: People acting like Viper was in the wrong

The man was trying to kill her!! Legit about to stab her and murder her and you all are acting like she went out of her way to make him what he was. The girl was defending herself. When someone is trying to kill you what do you logically do? 1. Run 2. Hide 3. Fight for your fucking life!! Viper was defending herself. Watch the cinematic again. She threw a toxic acid on him and it looks like that wasn't enough to deter him. Why? Because now he's exposed now his mission is at risk. He HAS TO KILL HER. logically he went for her still a struggle insued still and she managed to get him in a position to where she had an upper hand. She took it. Viper wasn't in the wrong she was a person fighting for her life and most likely became severely traumatized. (Not to say what omen went through and now goes through daily it seems isn't traumatizing) She did what she felt she had to to keep herself safe. Going on to part two of this, clearly Viper felt some sort of remorse because we have been given crumbs that Sage attempted to bring Omen back. This resulted into the state Omen is in now. Which suggests that both Viper and Omen had a history while he was contracted to kill her. He probably got a position at kingdom and had been there getting close to her and waiting for a moment to strike and got it. Unlike Iso with killing Omen his resolve to kill her didn't waiver. He didn't have a change of heart. I want to see more and understand more about their dynamic most of all... I wanna slam my head in a wall at people thinking Viper was being an evil callous bitch for defending herself and trying to yknow...not be murdered

#viper valorant #valorant omen #VALORANT #Episode 8 Valorant

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Hi there! So I know your bio tells everyone that requests are open, but what are some rules and conditions you need to address to others before sending in a request?

The only rules I have is I dont do triggering content. Non-con, child abuse, domestic violence, etc. I have no problem writing it in a way that its mentioned but writing it in detail is a no no for me. I am LGBTQ friendly as well so dont be afraid to ask for same sex pairings or even a reader/oc who is trans or genderfluid. As for the trans and genderfluid it may take some time to have it posted as I want to mske sure its potrayed in a accurate, positive, and nondiscrimatory way. Thank you for asking!!

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Ive returned. Ive been pretty sick here lately but im back!! For the sweet anon who has a request for me im working on it <3

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Jett: Are you Australian cause you meet all my KOLAfications~

You:...I....What

Skye: I know you did not just use that pun.

#valorant headcanons #jett valorant #jett headcanons #skye valorant #valorant

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Fade: Savgili I found something quite cute at the store today!

You: By store do you mean pet store?...

Fade: ....

You: It's another cat ain't it?

Fade: She is very adorable, her eyes remind me of yours.

You: **Deep breath** This is the last one.

#valorant headcanons #valorant #fade valorant #fade headcanons #cant tell me she wouldnt be that person

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Fade: Is this seat taken?

You: Um...Yes...

Fade: I wasn't talking about the chair askim.

You: Wha....oh...OH!!

#fade valorant #valorant headcanons #valorant #valorant oc #valorant reader #fade headcanons

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Something my new followers should know about me is I am on the headcanon train that Fade is an unconventional mother. That the him she is looking for is her son. Theres very few reasons a person A SINGLE PERSON takes on 6 people. A 1v6 sounds like a woman with the feminine rage of a mother. Based on the sound clip if it wasn't for Kay/O the others would have been defeated. Feminine rage of a mother, cant change my mind

#valorant headcanons #fade valorant #fade headcanons #shes a mom you cant tell me she isnt #until riot says different i refuse to believe #i will die on this hill

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How The Protocol Feels About Gekkos Little Buddies Headcanons

Astra: Absolutely adores every single one of them. No reservations with any of them. She loves being able spend time with them and get to know each of their personalities. She has a soft spot for Dizzy

Breach: Surprisingly he does seem to mind them most of the time. There is this thing where if dizzy gets too excited she sploots on people. Not to mention the same thing with Thrash accidentally detaining the others due to excitement. Between all of them he tottally adores little wingman.

Brimstone: Not to say he dislikes the cute little creatures but hes awkward around them. Given the fact theyre stolen kingdom property and I fully 100% believe the man grew up with out pets he doesn't know how to act with them. Not to mention the time wingman took his laptop hostage.

Chamber: He doesn't hate them, but her certainly doesn't like them much. Between Dizzy splooting on the agents in excitement and wingman being the little clepto guy he is and stealing his teleporter he isn't exactly fond of them.

Cypher: Oh how this man finds these creatures so interesting....but also a bit of a handful. Wingman once again being a clepto and trying to help thinks taking the mans hat is acceptable. Cypher although frustrated still in some ways finds this very endearing and will always be gentle with the little bird like creature.

Fade: Doesn't openly express ot a lot but she loves all of them. Dizzy seems to have wormed her way into the nightmare womans heart due to her general calm personality.

Harbor: Lord have mercy this man is an animal man and although there is nothing else like these little guys he enjoys playing, snuggling, and entertaining them. Hes taught wingman how to surf using his artifact you cant change my mind about that.

Jett: She absolutely adores every single one of them, but prefers they stay away from the kitchen and her knives. Dont want them to get hurt. She very much enjoys Mosh.

Kay/o: He doesnt seem to dislike or like them. Finding them to be interesting he always tends to be very observing of them. For some reason Thrash seems to very much like the robot, so he often gets detained due to her excitement of seeing him.

Killjoy: She thinks theyre adorable especially when wingman IS NOT RUNNING OFF with her tech. She near had a heart attack when the little guy was running around with one of her swamp grenades.

Neon: Like Kj she finds them quite adorable. Doesn't seem to have really any reservations with them....Well except Thrash, she adores her but the affectionate creature does detain her often.

Omen: He is....Hes anxious around them. Fear is too strong of a word, but they make him ancy.

Phoenix: He thinks the little guys are cool. Nothing against Dizzy but hes hesitant around her because she might just sploot on his jacket or shoes. Wingman is as he likes to say is his little homie.

Raze: Not a single ounce of reservation is in this womans body towards these cute cuddly creatures. After seeing wingmans cleptic tendencies she keeps a sharp eye on her satchels and grenades. The woman would beat herself up if something happened to them due to her explosives. She has quite the affection for Mosh and Wingman

Reyna: Isnt going to openly show it but adores these little guys. Dizzy is her favorite and it seems she to enjoys the empress company.

Sage: Oh heavens they are cute but they do cause quite a bit of trouble at times. Being the mom figure of the protocal she often hears the complaints about Wingman taking off with something. Thrash detaining someone, or dizzy splooting on someone or something. At the end of the day though they are cute and a great addition to the team!!

Skye: She adores them and her pack has play dates with them. Thrash and dog have a good tug of war. Dizzy and her bird love going on flights. The play dates are the best days.

Sova: Wingman makes this man feel sich an unbridled joy. All of them do but the little bird like creature just makes this man melt. To the point where he indulges his nad habits of running off with things.

Viper: She isnt much of an animal person. She doesnt dis like or hate them. It's more she doesn't really like cleaning up after them or having to worry about them getting into things they shouldn't. Out of all of them she does find mosh endearing but that could be because he isnt really able to get into anything like wingman. Also, she is Moshes favorite person. He absolutely just loves and adores the cold woman. Theres times where she simply allows him to sit off to the side in her lab and he does so watching her the whole time in awe.

Yoru: He thinks theyre all cute but isnt going to admit that. He has an image and reputation to uphold. Although Dizzy has splooted on his head a time or two so he is a tad wary of her because well he really doesnt want his hair messed up.

#valorant headcanons #valorant #fade valorant #valorant omen #viper valorant #sage valorant #killjoy valorant #raze valorant #brimstone valorant #breach valorant #sova valorant #skye valorant #astra valorant #valorant gekko #jett valorant #yoru valorant #chamber valorant

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Brim: Fade....Why is there a upside down pentacle on the floor??

Fade: I satanized the compound like you told me to???

Brim: *pinches the bridge of his nose and sighs* sanitize Fade... I said to SANITIZE the compound.

Fade: Ohhhhhh

#valorant #valorant headcanons #fade valorant #brimstone valorant

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Passing by to say hello and i adore your writing~ =7=b

Omg its been ages since being on here. Holy cow. Thank you so much for the compliment I appreciate it so so much!! I now have a new hyperfixation in terms of writing and that is the fps Valorant. If you like thos kinda games and haven't played it yet give it try!!

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Hey there my dears!! My ask box is open to requests!! I do head canons and reader ficlets.

#requests #valorant headcanons #valorant requests #reader request

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In Vipers lab

Viper: Why....is it staring at me like that?

Mosh: *Looking at Viper with wide soft eyes*

Gekko: I think he likes you.

Viper: *Raises a brow* I see....Well...Long as he doesn't get into anything....He can stay.

Mosh: *wiggles and gurgles in excitement*

Gekko: Oh yeah he totally likes you.

Viper:....Cute... *Goes back to working*

#valorant gekko #valorant headcanons #viper valorant