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[vaedar]

𝐎𝐎𝐂; Finally sat down to do some edits of the rumored Aegon ( the Conqueror ) cast to make him more 'Aegon' ( clean-shaven as Aegon is described in the books, and 27 year old looking, because for some reason fandom loves to put him with beard and older ). I can say it's pretty close to how I envision him, especially with his hair like that because it's exactly how I go with his hairstyle being for my portrayal ( his blog is over here @cxnqueror but inactive for now ).

#for some reason the tab i have for rhaegar's blog doesn't wanna load tumblr but vae's is fine #so yeah posting it here and reblogging it there on phone #but i like the result of this one the hair and the face shape i did after the erasing away the beard is nice for aegon #who again reminder he was only 27 when the conquest happened you know and had no beard was not old looking... but yes xD #i just hope that if they cast that guy (which i doubt really but who knows) then he shaves off the beard pls #tati ooc #mine

[vaedar]

𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐍 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐒𝐇𝐀𝐃𝐎𝐖 𝐂𝐀𝐒𝐓 𝐔𝐏𝐎𝐍 her eyes by the mask concealing half of her fascinating visage, was not enough to fully hide the gleam in her gemstone hues; not now that they stand so close. There was a SECRET world swirling in the depths, beyond the surprise and the curiosity that the sorcerous lord has woken in the beautiful woman. Never has he LAMENTED lacking gifts of the mind as now, if only to glimpse into her thoughts. Although it did not appear necessary—There was much to DISCERN just by meeting this stranger's eyes. It does beg to question if perhaps there is MORE to his seeming assertiveness, something kin to an innate connection between them. The aspect of fate did surface but it was swiftly dismissed, never having been particularly fond of such notions. It was a waste to even dwell on it when the MOON ( as he shall now call her hence ) herself is returning his honeyed words.

The pairs dancing around them ceased to exist in that instant, a kind of invisible FORCE transporting them into a realm all their own. There was only the music, his hastening heart and the FLAMES being stoked with every breath. There was only them. ❝ Is it flattery, she-who-is-the-moon, when I merely speak truth? ❞ Vaedar responds almost melodiously, delighting in the THRILL coursing through his veins. They might as well be gliding their way along the song, neither missing a step, their bodies partaking in their own form of intimate conversation—One that resembles more a courting dance with every passing moment. The Valarys spares a glance that follows her own to those around them, slightly disappointed that the illusion he'd fallen a WILLING victim to was broken when doing so. But he sees what she means in the eyes beholding them both. The man's focus returns to his bewildering partner, uncaring of their audience.

❝ Oh, but it's eve now, and the sun only shines in the day. And every coming night... ❞ The song nears its end with elegant sways and twirls, until it brings them together—Like two LOVERS cruelly torn apart by time being reunited at long last. The woman arches back gracefully in his hold as he bends forth, heated breath trickling the nude skin right above her pulse. ❝ ...The sun dies so that all may marvel at his moon's light. ❞ Brazenly, lips press in a GHOSTLY touch to the skin for a single heartbeat, before straightening again and stepping back. With her hand in his, Vaedar is lifting it to press a chaste kiss whilst offering her a bow of his head. ❝ Thank you for blessing me with this dance. ❞ However, the platinum haired lord did not release the hold and instead tugged her closer once more. ❝ Our night need not end just yet, though, if the moon finds it in her glowing heart to gift this humble worshipper a little more of her time...? ❞

A stranger, then. And a seductive one, with such promise lacing those words that her skin prickles to hear it. What is wrong with her, that such darkly vivid thoughts rise to greet her at his voice? That the slide of his hand on hers breathes hidden desires to life, ones she had yet seen? It is enough that he doesn't know who she is, she thinks, for her lack of propriety notwithstanding, she shouldn't let a man speak to her like that. She is a monarch, and one betrothed. What would her father do, to hear such brazenly flirtatious comments like that?

At the warmth of his words against her hair, she abruptly forgets her father's imagined indignation. The soft intake of her breath gives away her surprise; obscured by the mask, Daenerys hadn't thought herself so easy to read, let alone so accurately. Despite her efforts, her cheeks warm again, but perhaps the sight is easily lost as he spins her on the spot. It's fortunate that she can perform without the need to concentrate, for she cannot seem to do that, not while a waking daydream is in full bloom. How long had she wished, while taking lessons, to be in the arms of a handsome man as they moved along, swaying and shifting to the music?

“You flatter me overly much, sir.” Daenerys chances a look up at him, eyes shadowed, face caught in the candlelight as her tone grows more bold now. Her lips take on a sinuous twist. The thrill of the dance has sparked in her veins, and it's difficult not to fan the flames now. “If I am the moon, then you could only be the sun.” Her gaze moves pointedly around the room, catching too many sets of eyes before they shift away discreetly. An eyebrow lifts, looking back to him. “Or have you failed to notice the way you have lit up the room?”

#THIS VERSE IS BEAUTIFUL #and also do you catch the little hint of the foreshadowing but also backstory in the 'two lovers reunited' part? xD it just came out #I MISSED THIS #draconisa #threads #v; and from the ashes the rightful shall rise

[vaedar]

𝐎𝐎𝐂; Not me here staring longingly at my abandoned Aegon blog @cxnqueror... and also glancing in the direction of @theprincesselia and @theladylyanna blogs that were also abandoned before they could even get going...

#-sighs- i have so much stuff i would love to do it's overwhelming #and i am terrible at time management cuz most of it depends on the whims of a toddler #but... I love rp too much to give up so i'll keep at it #tati ooc

[vaedar]

𝐋𝐎𝐕𝐄 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐋𝐔𝐒𝐓

This is a little headcanon to try and expose better the reasons behind Vaedar's 'manwhoring' ( as I like to call it ) tendencies, because it doesn't happen out of nowhere. It also explains as simply as possible how that goes in tandem sort of with the romantic and love aspects of his character. I will include an excerpt from a discord RP as a little background to the headcanon, and since this is a mature theme, then it will be under cut.

Lys is the paradise resort island that many valyrian nobles venture to for an array of reasons and when one visits for the first time, it's not difficult to see why. This was not his first time, though, since House Valarys possesses a villa in the island that they rent out to others whilst no one of the family is in residence. There were guests when he arrived but it didn't stop him from allowing them half a day to pack their belongings and leave, returning them whatever coin was equivalent to the days they would be losing with the early departure. He had a lavish party to plan and needed the space pristine by the date he'd announced it to whatever nobility was currently in the island to attend. It was a rather successful venue, judging by the erotic symphony of moans and gasps that competed with the musicians. It was also the first time he took to bed someone else other than Helys, and the first as well to do so with two others simultaneously. Vaedar does not seek to heal for what was done to him because that's not what he wanted—The heir decided he would hence forth seize every opportunity that granted if even a semblance of control. He would use his power to abide by that in every aspect possible of his life. Starting with the choice of who he fucks. Maybe it was a tad excessive to make such an extravagant occasion of it by hosting a debauchery, but he's never been one for modesty. For almost three weeks he remained in the paradisiac island, attending festivals, dallying around art galleries and visiting several of the many pleasure houses Lys the Lovely was famous for. It didn't fill that hole inside but it did aid him in forgetting it existed, and it helped erase the memory of Helys's touch on his body.

For a little context, in his 'canon', Helys is the first woman he forms an emotional connection with, but it ends up that she was manipulating him in a moment of vulnerability ( having just lost his grandfather, who was very important to him ). Helys is basically a narcissist, and when Vaedar learns of her intentions, then all of what is up there happens.

Now, onto the explanations. Vaedar is both a simple and complicated character simultaneously, and this is an example of that. He's a passionate individual with a romantic personality, doesn't know how to do things halfway. But when it comes to emotions that can control him, he's very defensive. He sees love as something that gives power to the other person over him, and he's scared of giving that power to the wrong person ( as he already did once ). He knows himself, and knows he will go full in, so he will be easy to break all over again and it's what he wants to protect himself against.

And so, that's where a part of his personality comes in, carved out greatly in part to achieve this. His charm, his confidence, the devil-may-care attitude, the flirtations, are examples of results of that, because he uses those to keep things casual on the outside, making himself in a sense 'untouchable'. From this also develops the 'manwhoring'. He realizes that being like this lets him take control on who he allows to give him pleasure, who he gives pleasure to, separating the emotional from the physical, so it lets him protect himself from going through the heartbreak again.

He's a very physical individual, so sex gives him release, it's not seen as a way of emotionally connecting with someone, especially strangers. Which is also why he prefers to sleep around with strangers. Though when he is in love, then that physical nature of his will take over in how he will want to be physically close to that special in the best way for him; through sex. Of course, the challenge there lies in actually allowing himself to feel those emotions, to accept that it is love, and then act on that love.

#reblogging on sinday because yes #i will be here later on to do a reply and maaaaybe on rhaegar too #vae headcanons #vae hcs #[ d r a g o n l o r d ] vaedar #[ affairs of m i n d and h e a r t ] musings #should also reblog a sinday thing on rhaegar...

[vaedar]

  &&  i can go anywhere i want                        anywhere I want                                                        ———  just not home … 

#[ d r a g o n l o r d ] vaedar #[ affairs of m i n d and h e a r t ] musings #OUCH this for the immortality verse yep #and with this time to call it a night... I DID A REPLY OK THAT IS GOOD #i have stuff on rhaegar too.... maybe tomorrow will try him

[vaedar]

ꜰʀᴏᴍ ᴍʏ ʙʟᴏᴏᴅ ᴄᴏᴍᴇ ᴛʜᴇ ᴘʀɪɴᴄᴇ ᴛʜᴀᴛ ᴡᴀꜱ ᴘʀᴏᴍɪꜱᴇᴅ ᴀɴᴅ ʜɪꜱ ᴡɪʟʟ ʙᴇ ᴛʜᴇ ꜱᴏɴɢ ᴏꜰ ɪᴄᴇ ᴀɴᴅ ꜰɪʀᴇ.

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[vaedar]

𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐅𝐈𝐑𝐒𝐓 𝐑𝐔𝐌𝐎𝐑𝐒 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐃𝐑𝐀𝐆𝐎𝐍 𝐐𝐔𝐄𝐄𝐍 and her deeds in Qarth were dismissed as folly when whispered behind the Black Walls. They insisted she was but a girl with hatchling dragons that would meet their deaths sooner rather than later. By the time she conquered Meereen, the Old Blood found no rest in their gilded palaces, compelling them all to regard every slave with wariness and SUSPICION. However, there was naught to be done for few of the masters possessed the capabilities to tend for themselves—So wholly DEPENDENT on slave work, they are. There was no denying the satisfaction that swelled in the man whenever he was fortunate enough to see it with his very own eyes. That uncertainty fuels their lurking fear and in turn, it ushers DIVISION amongst the nobles, which renders the circumstances ripe for conflict—Which Daenerys can take advantage of, if done right.

❝ And now that I will have the pleasure to dance with you, then so I shall tell more. ❞ The easy smile remains adorning his features. It was not lost to the once Dragonlord how her purple gaze subtly glances in the direction of another, subsequently seeming to accept his introductory invitation. Yet, WISELY so on her part, it does not dim the suspicion in her eyes. With her hand in his, they join the dancing pairs that part before their Queen's approach, but always in sight of the Targaryen's retinue. ❝ There is nothing to forgive, they do as they should. ❞ It wasn't difficult to discern the hint of BITTERNESS at the mention of her husband, though it was unsurprising. He doubts there is any affection to be had for one wed out of necessity, since the nature of her marriage to her 'King' was no secret.

❝ It is as you say—Ask he who has wealth and a better world is one where he can seize even more. Ask a lone mother who has nothing to feed her children, and a better world is one where they needn't suffer hunger ever again. ❞ Vaedar settled into an ELEGANT pace with the music, effortlessly following her lead in the steps of the dance that saw them parting and twirling before bringing them closer again. Her BEAUTY was far better appreciated in proximity. ❝ You are the hope for a world where the greed of the wealthy few is humbled, so that the empty bellies of the many can be filled. Where they may not fear being stolen and traded to serve the whims of those few—Where they never again feel the weight of collars around their necks. ❞ There was a pause to allow them another GRACEFUL sidestep, hands lacing together in the air and then lowering them in a half embrace of his arms around her. When he speaks again, he needn't raise his voice, which is now closer to a MURMUR near her temple.

❝ That is what we have devoted ourselves to in Volantis. The nobles pay us their coin and from our time servicing them, we learn about their palaces and slaves. When able, we use the knowledge to help them escape their masters. But as of late, given the worries of a slave uprising, it has become increasingly difficult to help them. ❞ They were on almost constant watch now, seldom allowed to be alone or in groups, lest they plot together the DEMISE of their masters.

Pulling away as the choreography of the dance calls for, now approaching its end, his arm slips around her waist so Daenerys may dip back with the final notes of the song. The valyrian is meeting her eyes with his violet ones, just so she may glean in them the TRUTH in his words. His arm slips around her waist so Daenerys may dip back with the final notes of the song. ❝ If by joining you we may play our part in finally ending centuries of suffering, then that is what we would do—A better world. ❞

ㅤㅤㅤEYES OF LAVENDER CAST ASIDE TO MISSANDEI, WHO OFFERS A NOD IN CONFIRMATION. Stranger he may be, but his company is not entirely unknown, though they are little more than shadows to the Dragon Queen's scouts. Volantis has long been a source of trouble for her, pushing her towards war when she would offer peace. They know they are next. They know she will not tolerate the continuation of their vile traditions of slavery and butchery. If the Volantine masters would insist on clinging so tightly to their way of life, then let them choke themselves with their own chains.

ㅤㅤㅤThe people there are a different matter. They call to her. They send her pleas and messages on anyone who would carry them to her ears. Every day she hears these cries, and had it not been for the ongoing struggle here in Meereen, she would have already come to them. It does not suit her temperment, the sitting and waiting, knowing what is happening in that city. But a queen must have patience. If only she had listened to her own heart on the matter and not the supposed wise counsel given to her. She would have killed all the masters, every last one, and burned what remained of them and their system here starting at the roots. She wanted to show mercy and understanding, grace for a people that must change their entire world in such a short time, but that was folly. You cannot compromise with those that profit from cruelty. Daenerys will carry that lesson with her to Volantis, when the time comes.

ㅤㅤㅤ❝ It will suffice, for now, though you will have to tell me more of these services. Volantis has been a troublesome matter for me for quite some time. ❞ But can he be trusted? With as little as she knows, perhaps his pockets could be lined with the coin of the Volantine masters. The suspicion is clear in her eyes as the queen holds mute for a moment, inspecting the sight of him for any tale that can be told from mere appearances. He must be of the Lyseni, she concludes from his features, but something about his speech does not sound quite right. Perhaps from too much time spent outside of his homeland? Reasonable enough, and the picture painted before her makes sense. Yet something still feels out of place. His smile is sincere, surely, and if he intends to deceive her in any way, he hides it well. Most people here would fill her ears with lies and flattery, anyhow, so she finds little consequence in that probability, unless his intentions prove contrary to the words he speaks. Daenerys has long learned how to notice the subtle differences in the ways people would address her, particularly the differences between the masters with hidden disdain that seek to control her, and the people who would place true, earnest faith in her. On first impression, he seems the latter.

ㅤㅤㅤHer hand is placed in his, steps taken to lead him away from the table. Hizdahr protests, of course, as does Ser Barristan, but they are waved away by her other hand and the sharp insistence that they should simply enjoy the feast before them. A sea of dancing subjects parts as the Queen and her guest cut through the room. ❝ You'll have to forgive my guard and husband. ❞ The second of the pair holds a more spiteful intonation than it should. ❝ They are rather . . . protective of me. ❞ Dany turns once they reach the center of the floor, a new song beginning just in time for their dance. The hand that holds his is kept in place, the other now pressed to his shoulder in proper form. ❝ You say I bring hope for a better world, ❞ she speaks again, curious eyes ever-searching. ❝ What does that mean to you? A better world ? I've found that most people have different ideas about what that should entail. ❞

#this called for 2 icons... but yes #IT HAS TAKEN 84 YEARS BUT FINALLY A REPLY alskdjflaksd #though no worries i completely understand if you'd rather drop it ok i just wanted to reply no obligation for you to reply too #khalesci #v; uepa #threads

[vaedar]

MELEYS, the Red Queen, she was called, for the scarlet scales that covered her. The membranes of her wings were pink, her crest, horns, and claws bright as copper. And on her back, in steel and copper armor that flashed in the sun, rode Rhaenys Targaryen, the Queen Who Never Was.

#reblogging this because IT'S HAPPENING I AM REPLYING TO A DRAFT IN THIS MOMENT #[ f i r e made f l e s h ] dragons #gallery #azaes

[vaedar]

𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐃𝐑𝐀𝐆𝐎𝐍 𝐁𝐎𝐍𝐃

Friendly reminder that this headcanon specifically applies only to this RP blog and character, it's not meant to be used as a theory for the series as a whole.

It's widely known that only those with the 'blood of the dragon' are able of riding dragons, though the reason behind this is up for debate, but it hints to some kind of connection ( be it to the genetic level or through bloodmagic sorcery, which I expand on over here ) between Valyrians ( specifically, Dragonlords ) and dragons.

What is also known is that Dragonlords did use magical objects such as horns, to more effectively control their dragons. These were intelligent creatures with their own wills and whims, so they did disobey their riders often enough, especially if the bond was still weak. In time, as the bond is fortified, then these instances occurred less. Horns and spells were sung in an attempt to fortify that bond and prevent this 'disobedience' through magical control. However, it was not necessary, as Targaryens and their 'dragonseed' could bond with dragons without the use of them. 

A dragon bond is in itself a magical connection, which is why Valyrian Dragonlords practiced incest to preserve the magical quality of their blood as pure as possible, to maintain that ability to bond with and ride dragons ( aside from political reasons, of course ). The bond does not only involve the rider but the dragon, so this means that the dragon also must 'choose' the rider, and this depends on each of them individually. For the rider, the bond may begin first as an allure of sorts, an affinity to a certain dragon or even a developed interest, which can happen when they have been exposed to the frequent company of one. An example of this can be how Targaryens placed dragon eggs in the cradles and the dragons that hatched ( if they did ) were bonded to the babies. 

Aside from being able to ride dragons, the bond allowed for the pair to be connected on an emotional and subconscious level. Dragons learn commands initially through the emotional communication with their riders as they are being taught/trained, associating the words with what they can subconsciously perceive from the rider ( their 'will' pretty much ) when the word is spoken. Afterwards, as highly intelligent ( in ways people cannot understand ) creatures, this will enable them to better learn and understand the human language of their rider. They would also grow aware of where the other is and call for them ( though very large distances may hinder this to an extent ), if they are in danger or alarmed, as well as feel their pain as their own. This merger also seems to benefit the rider's health, perhaps triggering magical properties in their blood, which could render them resistant to diseases or illnesses. They can even feel as the other passes away, which would be an incredibly tormenting and traumatic event.

From this subconsciously emotional connection can also come new challenges for both of them. When the bond is being developed, there is a clash of 'wills' so to speak, in which one part may push against the subconscious of the other, influencing their actions or even moods. For example, while a dragon is in the middle of the hunt, its rider may feel hunger, a surge of adrenaline, more violent tendencies, or altogether be repulsed by certain foods due to what the dragon is eating. If the rider is upset, the dragon may become violent and prone to 'disobedience', as it may confuse the emotional turmoil and act on it or against it. As the bond develops and solidifies, a balance will eventually come in which both dragon and rider will be able to distinguish their individual 'wills' by consolidating them into the bond. It will form a more effective communication, to the point where those more deeply forged bonds will allow for the rider to fly upon the dragon without even needing to voice instructions or commands of where to go or what to do. 

Usually, the stronger bonds are formed when both rider and dragon have grown together, since they were an infant and a hatchling, respectively. But there have been instances where older riders have bonded to mature dragons, and developed a strong and deeper connection quickly. Since the bond tends to depend on each individual rider and dragon's character and circumstances, then it's near impossible to set a standard for its intricacies. But what is known is how a rider may not claim another dragon, even if their own has perished, although a dragon may accept another rider if their previous one died. This may be due to the differences in the lifespans of human and dragon, the former expected to not reach old age and the latter being able to live over two centuries ( likely longer still ). Or it could also have to do with how the rider's blood has already forged a connection with the one dragon, and is unable of doing so again with another. It's yet another of the mysteries surrounding this bond.

#reblogging this for reasons #mainly because vaedar is a dragon fanboy and likes to to flaunt it all over #[ f i r e made f l e s h ] dragons #[ d r a g o n l o r d ] vaedar #vae hcs

[vaedar]

「 𝚅𝙰𝙴𝙳𝙰𝚁 𝚅𝙰𝙻𝙰𝚁𝚈𝚂 」 ↳ 𝖹𝖺𝗅𝖽𝗋ī𝗓𝗈 ā𝗇𝗈𝗀𝖺𝗋 / 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐨𝐧. Endless Vaedar edits. PLS DO NOT REBLOG (unless mutuals)

#i think i haven't posted that before? which is weird but i cant find a post of it so yes posting it #so yes i wanted to post something and ofc had to be an edit of his FC's ridiculously valyrian face #i am trying to distract myself enough to not turn on the ps5 and continue the 2nd ff7 rebirth play through ok #wanna write vaedar stuff too... #i do have drafts to do... but not sure if the partners will mind that i've taken 84 years xD #ofc even if i reply i don't expect the partners to reply since i have taken so long but sometimes i like to reply still just to get it out #[ d r a g o n l o r d ] vaedar #vae edits

[vaedar]

𝐎𝐎𝐂; All the Vaedar muse could focus on in that HotD trailer was the dragons...

#yes the gif is S1 idc am not gonna do gifs i have no time right now to sit down and do that #just to post this cuz yes had to #it looks so nice though yeeeeep am exciteedddd #also looking forward to the fandom picking up again a tiny #tati ooc

[vaedar]

𝐎𝐎𝐂; Hello everyone! So I have been RPing on discord a bit, warming up and such, but I still have to come up with BG3 and Fourth Wing verses for Vaedar at some point.... Not sure yet what. I've been rereading CC and ACOTAR in preparation for CC3 also, which means I'll probably go back to @ofrhysand too or at least pop by. Maaaaaaybe do the same for @rhaegxr.... But anyways, hope you all been good and had a nice start of 2024! And if not, then may it take a turn for the better very soon!

#rereading cc reignited my love for ruhn and rereading acotar did the same for rhysand #not that it ever went away ofc but it was a refresher xD #and as for rhaegar i am rping a modern thing of him again on discord so... will see if that reignites the muse enough for the blog #i mean he always there just i as the mun need the motivation to make the time ( which is challenge enough for me with the kids ) #i just realized must do a google site for rhys....... welp #tati ooc

[vaedar]

𝐎𝐎𝐂; Hello everyone! Just wanted to pop by to wish everyone some happy holidays! And to those of ( like me ) that are far away from family and these festive times for some only remind us of that more ( cue the depression ); You are not alone. Also after holidays ( now that Baldur's Gate 3 has released some of its hold on me ), I plan on resuming ASOIAF ( and probably some more ) RP stuff. Until then, may this new year mark the end of the bad and the beginning of the good for us all!

#i'm lazy so just reblogging this #HAPPY NEW YEARS EVERYONE!!!! (i'm central time so not yet for me but still) HNY!!!

[vaedar]

𝐎𝐎𝐂; Hello everyone! Just wanted to pop by to wish everyone some happy holidays! And to those of ( like me ) that are far away from family and these festive times for some only remind us of that more ( cue the depression ); You are not alone. Also after holidays ( now that Baldur's Gate 3 has released some of its hold on me ), I plan on resuming ASOIAF ( and probably some more ) RP stuff. Until then, may this new year mark the end of the bad and the beginning of the good for us all!

#this is a very old gif ok like a year after i did his blog maybe or less so the quality is terrible but SANTA VAE with candy cane xD #But yes hope everyone's good and as always i apologize for the absence #holidays era always busy with the kids but once it over and school restarts then should be able to be back #tati ooc

[vaedar]

𝐎𝐎𝐂; I have fallen victim to Baldur's Gate 3 and I've been away due to it, not to mention I have 3 books pending to read but haven't because of BG3. And yes, I do plan on doing a verse for both Vaedar ( the full edit of the icon over here ) and Rhaegar eventually because I love it. So just updating on why I have been away this time, but I'm around on discord to chat every now and then and plot, for when I do refocus on RP again. Thank you all for your patience always, and hope everyone's having a nice November so far!

#lkdsjfklasjdfklajsdflkasdfka i love it ok it has taken over #it why i was 'nope i am not gonna get that game cuz i will be hooked' and yep i was weak and here we are #ofc he gonna be a high elf with draconic blood obv #i haven't finished the first play through yet so wanna finish it and then start a second one and be 'good' #cuz first play through i been more evil inclined #tati ooc

[vaedar]

𝐋𝐎𝐕𝐄 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐋𝐔𝐒𝐓

This is a little headcanon to try and expose better the reasons behind Vaedar's 'manwhoring' ( as I like to call it ) tendencies, because it doesn't happen out of nowhere. It also explains as simply as possible how that goes in tandem sort of with the romantic and love aspects of his character. I will include an excerpt from a discord RP as a little background to the headcanon, and since this is a mature theme, then it will be under cut.

Lys is the paradise resort island that many valyrian nobles venture to for an array of reasons and when one visits for the first time, it's not difficult to see why. This was not his first time, though, since House Valarys possesses a villa in the island that they rent out to others whilst no one of the family is in residence. There were guests when he arrived but it didn't stop him from allowing them half a day to pack their belongings and leave, returning them whatever coin was equivalent to the days they would be losing with the early departure. He had a lavish party to plan and needed the space pristine by the date he'd announced it to whatever nobility was currently in the island to attend. It was a rather successful venue, judging by the erotic symphony of moans and gasps that competed with the musicians. It was also the first time he took to bed someone else other than Helys, and the first as well to do so with two others simultaneously. Vaedar does not seek to heal for what was done to him because that's not what he wanted—The heir decided he would hence forth seize every opportunity that granted if even a semblance of control. He would use his power to abide by that in every aspect possible of his life. Starting with the choice of who he fucks. Maybe it was a tad excessive to make such an extravagant occasion of it by hosting a debauchery, but he's never been one for modesty. For almost three weeks he remained in the paradisiac island, attending festivals, dallying around art galleries and visiting several of the many pleasure houses Lys the Lovely was famous for. It didn't fill that hole inside but it did aid him in forgetting it existed, and it helped erase the memory of Helys's touch on his body.

For a little context, in his 'canon', Helys is the first woman he forms an emotional connection with, but it ends up that she was manipulating him in a moment of vulnerability ( having just lost his grandfather, who was very important to him ). Helys is basically a narcissist, and when Vaedar learns of her intentions, then all of what is up there happens.

Now, onto the explanations. Vaedar is both a simple and complicated character simultaneously, and this is an example of that. He's a passionate individual with a romantic personality, doesn't know how to do things halfway. But when it comes to emotions that can control him, he's very defensive. He sees love as something that gives power to the other person over him, and he's scared of giving that power to the wrong person ( as he already did once ). He knows himself, and knows he will go full in, so he will be easy to break all over again and it's what he wants to protect himself against.

And so, that's where a part of his personality comes in, carved out greatly in part to achieve this. His charm, his confidence, the devil-may-care attitude, the flirtations, are examples of results of that, because he uses those to keep things casual on the outside, making himself in a sense 'untouchable'. From this also develops the 'manwhoring'. He realizes that being like this lets him take control on who he allows to give him pleasure, who he gives pleasure to, separating the emotional from the physical, so it lets him protect himself from going through the heartbreak again.

He's a very physical individual, so sex gives him release, it's not seen as a way of emotionally connecting with someone, especially strangers. Which is also why he prefers to sleep around with strangers. Though when he is in love, then that physical nature of his will take over in how he will want to be physically close to that special in the best way for him; through sex. Of course, the challenge there lies in actually allowing himself to feel those emotions, to accept that it is love, and then act on that love.

#there i tried to keep it simple and.. shortish. at least short for me xD but yes hope it makes sense #i think i have posted similar stuff before on this but dont think it was 'official' explanation... idk #[ d r a g o n l o r d ] vaedar #vae headcanons #[ affairs of m i n d and h e a r t ] musings #headcanons

[vaedar]

𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐃𝐑𝐀𝐆𝐎𝐍 𝐁𝐎𝐍𝐃

Friendly reminder that this headcanon specifically applies only to this RP blog and character, it's not meant to be used as a theory for the series as a whole.

It's widely known that only those with the 'blood of the dragon' are able of riding dragons, though the reason behind this is up for debate, but it hints to some kind of connection ( be it to the genetic level or through bloodmagic sorcery, which I expand on over here ) between Valyrians ( specifically, Dragonlords ) and dragons.

What is also known is that Dragonlords did use magical objects such as horns, to more effectively control their dragons. These were intelligent creatures with their own wills and whims, so they did disobey their riders often enough, especially if the bond was still weak. In time, as the bond is fortified, then these instances occurred less. Horns and spells were sung in an attempt to fortify that bond and prevent this 'disobedience' through magical control. However, it was not necessary, as Targaryens and their 'dragonseed' could bond with dragons without the use of them. 

A dragon bond is in itself a magical connection, which is why Valyrian Dragonlords practiced incest to preserve the magical quality of their blood as pure as possible, to maintain that ability to bond with and ride dragons ( aside from political reasons, of course ). The bond does not only involve the rider but the dragon, so this means that the dragon also must 'choose' the rider, and this depends on each of them individually. For the rider, the bond may begin first as an allure of sorts, an affinity to a certain dragon or even a developed interest, which can happen when they have been exposed to the frequent company of one. An example of this can be how Targaryens placed dragon eggs in the cradles and the dragons that hatched ( if they did ) were bonded to the babies. 

Aside from being able to ride dragons, the bond allowed for the pair to be connected on an emotional and subconscious level. Dragons learn commands initially through the emotional communication with their riders as they are being taught/trained, associating the words with what they can subconsciously perceive from the rider ( their 'will' pretty much ) when the word is spoken. Afterwards, as highly intelligent ( in ways people cannot understand ) creatures, this will enable them to better learn and understand the human language of their rider. They would also grow aware of where the other is and call for them ( though very large distances may hinder this to an extent ), if they are in danger or alarmed, as well as feel their pain as their own. This merger also seems to benefit the rider's health, perhaps triggering magical properties in their blood, which could render them resistant to diseases or illnesses. They can even feel as the other passes away, which would be an incredibly tormenting and traumatic event.

From this subconsciously emotional connection can also come new challenges for both of them. When the bond is being developed, there is a clash of 'wills' so to speak, in which one part may push against the subconscious of the other, influencing their actions or even moods. For example, while a dragon is in the middle of the hunt, its rider may feel hunger, a surge of adrenaline, more violent tendencies, or altogether be repulsed by certain foods due to what the dragon is eating. If the rider is upset, the dragon may become violent and prone to 'disobedience', as it may confuse the emotional turmoil and act on it or against it. As the bond develops and solidifies, a balance will eventually come in which both dragon and rider will be able to distinguish their individual 'wills' by consolidating them into the bond. It will form a more effective communication, to the point where those more deeply forged bonds will allow for the rider to fly upon the dragon without even needing to voice instructions or commands of where to go or what to do. 

Usually, the stronger bonds are formed when both rider and dragon have grown together, since they were an infant and a hatchling, respectively. But there have been instances where older riders have bonded to mature dragons, and developed a strong and deeper connection quickly. Since the bond tends to depend on each individual rider and dragon's character and circumstances, then it's near impossible to set a standard for its intricacies. But what is known is how a rider may not claim another dragon, even if their own has perished, although a dragon may accept another rider if their previous one died. This may be due to the differences in the lifespans of human and dragon, the former expected to not reach old age and the latter being able to live over two centuries ( likely longer still ). Or it could also have to do with how the rider's blood has already forged a connection with the one dragon, and is unable of doing so again with another. It's yet another of the mysteries surrounding this bond.

#yes i took lots of inspo from the inheritance cycle books xD #just tried to twist it around with the asoiaf stuff that is known cuz ofc dragons don't telepathically talk here #but the riders do seem to know how their dragons feel to an extent so i just splashed it with eragon and saphira bond stuff #as always the headcanons are works in progress and can be changed depending on interactions and such #vae hcs #headcanons #[ f i r e made f l e s h ] dragons #[ d r a g o n l o r d ] vaedar