Voy

Indie, semi-selective RP blog of an AU version of Manic the Hedgehog. Dual yet also divergent universe of the ask blog, Ask Voy the Shutterbug. Please read the Rules and About page before interacting. Responses heavily dependent on my free time, there will be slow days.

[alittlecamerashy]

greengreasehog​:

A quick dusting and he was ready to go. Scourge shoved his hands into his vest pockets, following Voy’s eyes from the floor to the cleaning crew. He shrugged the question off, as if the other hedgehog being there wasn’t such a big deal. “Nah, this is jus’ th’usual cleaning prep. Gotta make sure shit is sanitary before the weirdo’s get here, is all.”

He lightly bumped Voy with his elbow to grab his attention, before heading towards a door labelled ‘Employees Only’. “besides, comin’ back later would only make it harder to get a head start, too many distractions, y’know? But I promise ya there ain’t nothin’ to be too nervous about.”

At least in this scenario. But Voy didn’t need to know about any other possible scenario’s. He was here for some lessons, not a fight. 

“Though, I should give you a fair warning, the bosses can be kinda…weird.” 

Voy was still watching the crew prep as he listened to Scourge easily shrug off his concerns. The droopy ears twitched a little as he mumbled thoughtfully over the answer. “Ah...I guess you’re right.” He conceded, trying not to feel dumb about his question. Scourge wasn’t ribbing him for it, so he didn’t need to be so harsh on himself either, right? He gave a nod, more to himself than the other, and slowly began to relax his hold on his poor scarf.

At least until he felt the light touch to his arm. Being on edge already, it actually startled him which made his already tense quills bristle out. It did get the desired result, however, as he circled his attention back to Scourge. He gave an embarrassed noise as he reached to smooth his quills back into place. “I’m sorry. You’re right, I really shouldn’t be so nervous. It’s not like anyone here has done anything.” Was he agreeing with Scourge or just trying to reason with himself? Either way, it did at least get him to lighten back up as he took a calming breath. Though he couldn’t exactly say all the nerves left, especially with that last warning. “...weird? Weird how?”

[alittlecamerashy]

greengreasehog​:

The first few hours before opening were practically routine; double checking to make sure the place had been thoroughly cleaned the night before, glasses cleaned, bar restocked. Bites was one of the few who only really needed to worry about his job rather than the prep. So he sat at the counter, keep the bar tenders company while they wiped down the counter and checked the taps were full. 

Of the two ‘tenders, Rune happened to be sitting closest when the bar doors opened. He was the first to notice Voy walking in and taking in the sights of the mostly empty building. “Hey, isn’t that you’re little photographer friend?” The black and white hybrid pointed towards the door, prompting Scourge to lift his head and spare a glance. 

The demons ears perked. “Oh! Actually yeah–” he started shifting to get up from the stool, arm raising to catch the other’s attention.

“Ah– Scourge be careful with that stool we havent had the chance to fix it-” His sentence cut as the green demon tipped too far to the side and fell, the seat giving way and falling only to take him with it. “–yet.”   As Voy came to help Scourge back up he couldn’t help grunt at the bartender for his belated warning before responding to his friend. “Yeah, yeah ‘m fine. Stool is busted, I just leaned too far to th’side.”  He straightened up, rubbing the side he’d fallen onto before letting out a breath. “So, ready to meet the bosses?”

Voy waited patiently for Scourge to recover from the fall, side eying the bartender for a split second before the other spoke and brought his attention back around. He swallowed, once again trying to stave off the jitters. He was being silly, there shouldn’t be any reason to be so nervous. “Ah...y-yeah. I’m ready.” He confirmed with a nod, but began fidgeting with his scarf again. A small twisting motion between his hands, and he had a bit of a hard time meeting Scourge’s gaze as his face took on a red tint in embarrassment. “I’m...just a tad nervous, though.” While he happened to be avoiding Scourge’s gaze for the time being, he surveyed the area, taking notice of the prep work going on. This earned a head tilt as he spoke up again. “You sure I haven’t come at a bad time or something? It looks like you all are busy preparing for the shift tonight. And I don’t mind coming back at a later time.” That was a lie. He’d loathe having to come back later, where it’d be far busier and more eyes could watch him. However, he really didn’t want to be inconsiderate to his companion, either.

[alittlecamerashy]

Closed starter for @greengreasehog

Redo of the unfinished Sign Language Lessons art RP Part 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 7 (for anyone who’s interested ;3)

To say that nerves were getting the best of Voy would be an understatement as he stood outside the door to the place. Rebel’s Throne, the sign read. Not currently illuminated, but it was daytime. While it didn’t seem too busy as no one was actually stepping in or out, that didn’t mean the streets weren’t. A couple of stares from passersby made him shrink in on himself. This was definitely not his normal environment. He found himself wishing Snakebites had maybe chosen somewhere more secluded and less populated, like maybe a park, but he supposed it only made sense taking place where Bites’ bosses were. He fiddled with his scarf, trying to build his confidence and not chicken out. If he ran away, that wouldn’t solve anything. Besides, he’d accepted the invitation, it’d be rude to bail. A few deep breaths, and he’d finally mustered the courage to open the door. The other green hedgehog had said that he could step right in, so he was going to trust that was the right thing to do and hope it didn’t backfire on him.

The inside of the bar was a whole different experience compared to the outside. Sure, Voy was shielded from the open, but there were still others roaming about inside, a few giving him curious looks before meandering on their way. He may have been here once before, but that had been for a one time photoshoot, and he still very much looked outside of his element.

Once again, the little photographer found himself tensing, curling in on himself a little as he looked around, inwardly begging to find the one familiar face he knew. Perhaps luck was on his side, though, as he heard a call just before a crash. His attention turned to the source, where he could see the bartender leaning over the counter, looking down on none other than Bites himself. A small yip of worry (and perhaps a touch of relief) and he was over there in an instant, reaching a hand out to his companion in an offer of help.

“Are you okay?!”

[chocomintystars]

“Sometimes it’s really lonely just watching the world go by, and knowing you don’t really belong in it.”

Omg, super proud of this piece~ I was listening to this which inspired me to draw it, but maybe now it’ll hint of things to come~ :3c

[chocomintystars]

Ah, the product of two days of work. I just wanted to have a nice out on the balcony in the rain sorta thing, and I got carried away with the detail work, lol

But yeah. Sometimes you just need a good cleansing rain to clear away some icky thoughts.

Was listening to Aki chan’s cover of Little Cry of the Abyss and it inspired me

[alittlecamerashy]

Soft Pinapples

“...Ah...should I maybe try them? Or wait, is this some kind of code word?” Voy taps away on his phone for a moment, trying in vain to look for anything on the words.

“Mm, no go. I’m just getting a lot of ‘how to tell your fruit is expiring’ articles...oh, wait, and soft serve ice cream!”

[alittlecamerashy]

Soft Pineapples ((hello!!))

“Is...there some sort of trend going around where people are eating not ripe pineapples?” Voy seems a little disturbed.

“Well, I suppose it’s not the first time I’ve been out of the loop. If you guys wanna eat it, have at it, but I think I’ll pass.”

[alittlecamerashy]

Soft Pinapples

“That doesn’t sound very appetizing...soft pineapples would mean they’re starting to rot, right?” Voy tilts his head.

“But I mean, if that’s what you wanna eat, go for it? I guess?”

[alittlecamerashy]

There’s a loud beep followed by an audible click before the door to the room swings open, revealing a green hedgehog standing there with the last of his belongings slung over his shoulder. He looks around the room with the sparse boxes around. He’d never had that many belongings to begin with, and most of them mainly stayed in his room.

His home was at least furnished decently. Ruby had seen to that during the move, claiming that the previous furniture would be too much of a hassle and might give Luke a chance to figure things out should he go poking around again during the move. The next owners of the home could have some leftover furniture to play with or sell.

Despite all these comforts, Voy couldn’t stop his ears from drooping back as a mixture of emotions hit him. Sure, there was relief that he was away from his father, in the safety of a very secured building...but he still couldn’t help the pangs of sadness that clutched at his heart. All those memories he’d made with the others, all those comforts of familiarity...gone. He knew that with time, this place could be made to feel like home again, but that was in the future. Right now was the present, and this place was new and strange. He set his stuff down as he walked the place again. He’d only done it a couple of times before, both in the viewing and during the packing, but one more time couldn’t hurt. Just one last reaffirmation that this place was his.

The living area was merged with the kitchenette. Quite spacious, but this was one of the finer areas to live. The floorboards were new, shiny and polished. At one point, the flooring dipped into a little conversation pit with cushioned seating and a little coffee table island. Two sides of the walls were purely window, double strength or even stronger, to avoid breaking and reduce the outside noise. Not that the noise had ever been an issue for Voy. It left a breathtaking view of the city, and was one of the contributing factors why Voy was given the very top floor of the apartment complex.

He climbed the stairs to his second floor, where his room resided. Inside, it was more secluded save for the little alcove with a broad window. It had a cushioned seat for him to sit and just gaze out. It’d be good for those nights when his mind just didn’t shut up and he could gaze out at the city below. He sat himself on his bed, just taking a moment to lay back and stare at the ceiling, just contemplating how he’d gotten here. How had he been so lucky to get such a ritzy place to live in, safe from the threat of his dad and with such beautiful views? He shut his eyes, and for once in a long, long time, his entire body just seemed to relax. No constantly prickled quills, no tenseness to his muscles...he drew in a deep breath, fighting the urge to sob in relief. Unpacking could come later. Right now, he just needed to rest.

[ask-voy-the-shutterbug]

I saw a lot of my friends doing a touch meme for their muses, and I wanted to give it a shot~ There’s a bit more colors to him because he’s a little complicated about touch lol

Generally, he’s not going to want those he doesn’t know well to touch him at all. Strangers are a big DO NOT, and acquaintances and clients he’s really only okay with touching his hands.

His ears are sensitive so even with friends, he doesn’t want them touched. Same for his camera, he has to trust you a lot before you can mess with it. And even then, he’s going to be antsy while it’s in someone else’s hands.

With partners, though, they get to touch his camera and his ears so long as they’re very careful and very gentle about it. The moment they’re mistreated, trust is revoked.

Also, he is extremely touch starved and just doesn’t realize it

[ask-voy-the-shutterbug]

Did a stream recently and was suggested on making a very basic ref of my boy, so here you all go~