Meanwhile at the Palace

Welcome to the Palace of Spades! here, the jack takes care of most paperwork, the queen likes to go missing, and the poor king has to balance himself between work and keeping an eye on the queen. Nevertheless, do drop by and have a nice chat with our queen over a cup of tea. As long as you don't address him as the queen, you will be fine. M!Anon: Queen's gone downtown

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Happy Halloween! From now on this blog will be ask-Vampire-Iggy instead.

I did this as an art trade with a friend but it’s so fitting for the day I gotta post it. Take it as an apology for my long absence OTL I’ll continue to be absent for a while because I wanna clear some debt before coming back. But I’ve got a plan and I’ll return, so please wait for me, the dedicated king, and his violent queen! 

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[Oh boy we have new followers. Hi guys before I update this blog with actual content I just gotta say--- My style in the return post is, very misleading. My guys usually look a lot more like girls. So um. Yeah. Please don’t be too disappointed when you see how I usually draw these idiots. 

That aside, for those who followed this blog from its humble (and embarrassing) beginning, you might recall that this blog used to have 3 admins. Well the other two (Admin Rose and Sora) have gone missing and I wish them the best in life. It’s just me now. Y’all stuck with me the worst admin. I’m sorry (actually not very) but I will try to make the best of things. Now with no one around to restrict me-- buckle up guys, it’s gonna be a wild ride.] 

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Long live the queen 

[Guess who’s back]

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“Don’t sweat over the absence, because we’ll be back.”

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[I... tried very hard to doodle something today.]

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Arthur stood in front of a building way too familiar to him, holding a big bag of snacks and candy in one hand and some fruits in another. The latter was slightly more expensive, fruits were hard to get in winter after all. But his winning streak at the inn covered the cost nicely.  

He stared at the building’s sign in silence, and pondered nervously for a moment before sighing in defeat. Taking a deep breath, he pushed the loose gate door open, and entered the orphanage, his home till he was 18. The old bell tied to the side of the gate sounded as Arthur entered, and an lady in her fifties walked out to greet him. 

But when she set her eyes on Arthur, she paused, puzzled, and stared at Arthur for a good few seconds before cautiously asking. “... Arthur?” 

The blonde was too speechless at the reunion, and managing a smile, he replied. “I’m home, Aunt Alisa.”

The lady’s eyes widened in pleasant surprise, and quickly walked forward to give Arthur a hug. The latter carefully set the bags on the snow covered ground, and returned the warm hug. 

“Welcome back, child.”

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[The fact that this blog still has followers despite constant hiatus gives me so much strength. What have I done to deserve all you nice people ;~; ]

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"Artie, you got some gravy on your cheek."

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What would you do if suddenly a sheep cuddled to you?

Alfred: Hug it back, maybe. And then check with the guards about a sheep making it pass the security.

Arthur: I happen to know someone who could use some wool for her next handiwork. *swings pairs of scissors around.*

Yao: We're having mutton soup for dinner tonight.  

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Chasing for the Queen

[Note: Written chapter because I cannot think of what to draw.]

"Excuse me," Alfred spoke, getting the teen's attention as the latter looked up at him. He tugged at his cloak to hide a good portion of his face, and continued. "Have you err... seen a guy around here... About this height?"  He gestured a level of height using a hand, and looked to the teen for answers.  "Sir, there's a lot of people with that height." The teen replied, sitting up. "If you could be a little more specific, it would greatly help me in helping you."  "Oh, right. He's got a head of dirty blonde hair like yours, green eyes, around 20+, and might or might not look a lot like the queen of this kingdom." His voice trailed off at the last sentence, almost hoping that the teen didn't catch it.  Unfortunately, the teen did, and for a good moment, simply started at Alfred as if he's got a screw or two loose in his head. Alfred avoided eye contact and simply hoped for things to be done and over with. This was the 10th shop he had approached now, and the amount of useful information gotten was zero.  If there was anything comforting, it would be that the people were at least friendly, some even offered him a cup of hot drink in the cold season. Nothing makes a king more happy than knowing that his people are full of warmth. That, and maybe having a queen who wouldn't suddenly disappear.  "I've not seen anyone like what you've described." Came the teen's reply after the awkward moment, and Alfred felt his motivation meet rock bottom. "But, the guys who walked by a while ago were talking about how badly they lost to a man at card games. Their description of the man fitted yours quite well." "Really?" Alfred's face lit up, and asked. "Do you know where they last met the man?" "They are regulars of the inn down the street. You might be luckier with your search there, sir." The teen replied, pulled out a piece of paper, and scribbled a simple map of the place, then pushed it across the counter to Alfred. The latter picked it up and placed a silver coin in its spot. "Thanks for the help kid, hot chocolate's on me." He smiled, and turned to leave the warm comforts of the restaurant, following the map down the street. Holding the first lead of the day in his hand, Alfred sincerely hoped that the rest of the search would be smoother. 

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スペードクイーン by 焼ラスコ Permission to repost given by artist.

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"Who wants to know?" 

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(♠[＠]H[＠])＜Oh, no…! My Queen…! I’ll never forgive you!

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King's Going Downtown Too

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Arthur: The main point being, we don't need a heir. The royal marks randomly picks someone they deem worthy. Sometimes it just so happens the next king is the prince. Sometimes it makes stupid mistakes, choose with both eyes closed, and made a guy the queen. 

Alfred: Also... I don't think guys can give birth. I've not tried it before though....  Arthur: Don't even think about it.

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Arthur: There's no need to sell anything for money when I can earn it on my own. 

[Arthur's quite a good cheater gambler, especially in the game of hearts. He's known for his exceptional good luck at shooting the moon]

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Arthur: I call it "Headless Fashion"