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Welcome to the (un)official Hargreeves Enterprises account! This is your personal gateway to learning everything there is to know about Sir Reginald Hargreeves and his extraordinary legacy!

Here, you’ll hopefully be able to gain some insight into the legendary inventor, decorated entrepreneur, Nobel Prize Winner, Olympic Gold Medalist, and (most importantly) the brilliant mind behind The Umbrella Academy. From crime-fighting triumphs to intense training regimens, this is your special and exclusive look at the lives of the six remarkable Hargreeves siblings!

Have questions for the Umbrella Academy? We’ll do our best to get them answered. At Hargreeves Enterprises, we believe in both heroism and curiosity - so don’t hesitate to reach out! Remember, we're here to help you.

General Introduction - Hello! You can call me Vee and welcome to my non-official blog for TUA.

As made clear by the introduction above, this is an “in-character” ask blog for the Hargreeves’ Siblings - specifically from when they were still operating as the Umbrella Academy. I got inspired by the blog @asktheumbrellas who runs a similar type of project based on the adult versions of the characters from the TUA show (it’s super cool and the writing is incredible - please go check it out) as well as the multitude of other ask blogs that I’ve seen on Tumblr over the years (though since I have no artistic ability whatsoever this project will stay complete text-based).

I mainly made this as a fun side project that I could work whenever I started to get writer's block or lost connection with my "muses" but I hope that some other people could get enjoyment out of it as well.

Context/Setting - As I mentioned before, this blog is primarily set when the Academy was still active - though it exists in an alternate universe/timeline in which Five never ran away and Ben never died. Here, the siblings are around 19 years old and have (similar to the show) been operating as a “superhero” group since they were thirteen. You can read more about the general world-building behind this blog here - but really the ages and timeframe are all you need to know.

The End (?) - Even if you don’t send in an ask, I hope you at least can enjoy having a “hub” of sorts for a bunch of the extra content from the series! Feel free to also ask questions about that and any source material you may be interested in seeing posts from.

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Hi Allison! What is something you care desperately about? Something that you just couldn't live without?

“That’s such a great question! Though, I don’t know how anyone can expect me to respond with anything other than my siblings - I can’t even imagine living in a world without them!"

Allison doesn’t even need to stop and think before replying, the words slipping out of her mouth with a practiced ease that can only be achieved with years and years and years of publicity training and proper interview responses being drilled into one’s head. She flashes a warm smile - one that’s just a touch too perfect (too fake) - and tucks a curl behind her ear as she continues speaking, her voice dripping with a honeyed charisma that’s usually only reserved for victims of her rumors. 

I heard a rumor that you thought this was an interesting answer. 

She bites her tongue. Hard.

“If I had to choose an actual object though…hm. I suppose I’d go with this.”

She pauses in faux thoughtfulness, reaching beneath the collar of her Academy-issued (because even after all these years they were still forced into these stupid uniforms-) button-up to pull out a small, golden, heart-shaped locket. For a brief second, her brown eyes shift into something softer - more vulnerable - her fingers instinctively moving to wrap themselves up in the chain of it.

“Lu- Spaceboy got it for me. Isn’t it cute? I mean, obviously it’s not really my style anymore but it was so sweet of him…”

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This one is for Viktor: what is in your pockets/bag/etc. right now?

"Oh - erm..."

Genuine surprise flickered across Viktor's features at the realization that someone was asking him a question - before almost immediately shifting into flustered uncertainty because holy shit, someone was asking him a question! Awkwardly jolting his hands down towards his hips, he fumbles through his pockets - growing more embarrassed when he only manages to pull out three things.

"I...um...I have my pills - or my pill bottle, I suppose, I don't carry loose pills in my pockets obviously - erm... I've got a cloth for my violin and...uh...some gum? Sorry, it's not very interesting. I don't really do a lot, so...yeah. Sorry."

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hi! cool blog you guys have got here. ive gotta question for five: do you like people?

"Do I like people?"

Five leaned back in his chair, his face unimpressed as he barely even considered the words. It wasn't quite clear if his irritation stemmed from the question itself or moreso from the (obvious) snickering of siblings in the background. He snaps his head around, narrowing his green eyes in the direction of the other's voices before letting out a sharp scoff and turning to actually answer the question - though it was clearly more to his annoyance than anything else.

"Let me try explaining this in a way you might be capable of understanding. I like useful people - people who don’t waste my time or drain my already limited tolerance for idiocy. And despite what these clowns would have you believe," he gestured vaguely toward his siblings "I’m perfectly capable of...interacting with others - provided they don't go out of their way to annoy me. If they do? Well, that’s their problem, not mine."

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☠ ― 𝑄𝑢𝑒𝑠𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛𝑠 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑀𝑢𝑠𝑒 𝐶𝑎𝑛 𝐴𝑛𝑠𝑤𝑒𝑟. (𝑉𝑎𝑟𝑖𝑜𝑢𝑠 𝑞𝑢𝑒𝑠𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛𝑠 𝑑𝑖𝑟𝑒𝑐𝑡𝑒𝑑 𝑎𝑡 𝑦𝑜𝑢𝑟 𝑚𝑢𝑠𝑒 𝑡ℎ𝑎𝑡 𝑦𝑜𝑢 𝑐𝑎𝑛 𝑎𝑛𝑠𝑤𝑒𝑟 𝐼𝐶.)

Why were you named the way you were? Is there a special meaning behind your name (or middle name if applicable)?

When is your birthday? What is your ideal birthday?

What is your sexuality/orientation? How did you discover them?

What's usually on your shopping list?

What are some general hygiene things you do? How do you normally do your hair? What kind of products do you use?

What is in your pockets/bag/etc. right now?

What is it like where you live? How does it compare to where you grew up if it differs?

Do you have a favorite food? What's your favorite breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert?

Do you have any other family members? Parents, siblings, grandparents, cousins, etc.?

How do you feel about makeup? Are you any good at putting it on? Do you wear it often?

Would you say you are an introvert, or an extrovert?

If someone were to invite you to a party, would you enjoy it? What would you do during?

What scares you the most? And if it really happened... how would you deal with it?

Have you ever raised a weapon towards someone? Was it in self-defense, or was it purposefully? What happened afterwards?

Do you honestly believe that you are funny? Tell us your best joke!

Tell us about something that's happened recently (asker can request a specific "vibe" to the story--happy, sad, annoying, funny, etc. if they wish).

If you were to describe yourself in a few words, what would those words be?

Do you have any pets? If so, what are their names? What are they like personality-wise? Can we see them?

What is something you care desperately about? Something that you just couldn't live without?

Have you ever broken a bone? Have you ever had surgery?

How often do you cry? Do you happy cry, or do you mostly cry in sadness?

What are some weird interests or hobbies you have that people probably wouldn't expect you to have?

Have you ever lost someone close to you? Who was it? How did you cope with it?

What is your favorite holiday? What makes it your favorite? Is there something in particular that you enjoy most about it?

Do you have any crushes at the moment? If so, do you think you will ever tell them? Has anyone ever had a crush on you?

Are there any certain scents, sounds, or textures that you like? What about ones that you dislike?

Would you ever consider starting a family? How do you feel about getting married, having kids, and potentially settling down?

What are a few things (or one thing) you want to do before you die? Why?

Are you happy in your own skin? If you could change something about yourself, would you, and what would it be?

Do you have a favorite article of clothing or accessory? Do you go out of your way to always wear it when you can? Why is it your favorite?

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* interview the muse

‘ do you miss anyone? ’

‘ how are you doing? ’

‘ do you believe in ghosts? ’

‘ what makes you laugh? ’ 

‘ list your top three bands or singers. ’ 

‘ how many blankets do you sleep with? ’

‘ does your name hold any special meaning to you? ’

‘ gum, cake, pie or ice cream? ’

‘ favorite book? ’

‘ are you a good person? ’

‘ describe love. ’

‘ have you ever taken part in an uprising? ‘

‘ favorite song? ’

‘ name a guilty pleasure. ’

‘ the most embarrassing thing that’s happened to you today? ’

‘ tell me one truth and one lie. ’

‘ do you like people? ’

‘ what motivates you? ’

‘ describe the perfect weekend. ’

‘ any pet peeves? ’

‘ do you need a hug? ’

‘ would you like to have kids? ’

‘ do you have any tattoos? ’

‘ classical, oldies, punk, hip hop or country? ’

‘ when was the last time you cried? ’

‘ are you religious? ’

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“The Making of The Umbrella Academy”

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WELCOME | ABOUT US | RULES (☂︎︎)

- This blog is just meant to be an ask box. If you really need to talk to me about something important, reach out to my main blog and we can chat there.

- Bigotry (Racism, Homophobia, Transphobia, Sexism, etc.) is obviously not allowed and will result in you immediately getting blocked. If you’re an anon, your messages/asks will be ignored and deleted.

- NSFW content is fine with me - just keep in mind this verse is set when the siblings are nineteen and they are being portrayed as such. I also have the right to ignore your ask if I’m uncomfortable.

- Responses will be posted on my schedule. Do not harass me or send me the same thing multiple times in hopes that it will make me respond quicker - it won’t. In fact, it’ll probably end up with me taking even longer because I’m stressed out.

- I portray the characters as accurately as I possibly can - which means they will have flaws. I do not stand by all their thoughts and opinions but I also won’t shy away from writing the morally ambiguous (and sometimes flat out morally bad) parts of their characters. Klaus is an addict and alcoholic, Diego can be aggressive and cruel, Allison will actively mention using her powers, Luther will be loyal to Reginald, Five will be condescending, etc.

- Remember that this is not a traditional RP blog and would heavily prefer if you reached out to either my main account (I roleplay Klaus, Ben, Viktor, Lila, Sloane, and Reginald - as well as a few non TUA characters) and I’d be happy to start have a back and forth with you!

- This blog is not spoiler free for any TUA material, whether that be the show, the comics, spin-off books/novels, interviews, etc. I will post/reblog pretty regularly about that kind of stuff.

- Please let me know if something I tag/post as “Official” isn’t. Not only do I want to properly credit other fans - I also want the “extras” I post on here to be stuff from the actual series and (for the most part) accurate to it.

- All ask memes are valid as long as I have reblogged them. If it has been a while since I initially made the post, please try and mention which one you’re referencing.

- This blog comes secondary to my actual RP blogs. I will almost always prioritize the stuff for that so please don’t get upset if you see me posting on there but not on here - it’s just not my main priority.

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It’s important to note that this verse is a mixture of both the comics and show - therefore different pieces of lore and information will be taken from both. The most relevant aspects to this blog in particular includes:

- There are a few differences in powers. Most of the siblings have a combination of their comic + show abilities. So Klaus will have his telekinesis, Diego will have his ability to hold his breath indefinitely, Allison’s rumors may occasionally border on reality manipulation/bending, etc.

- The siblings use their code-names/numbers far more often in casual conversations. For example, you might see someone refer to Luther as “Space” or Allison as “Rumor”. The exceptions to this are Ben, Five, and Viktor - Ben because “The Horror” is also the name of the creature his power is summoning, Five because he just prefers it, and Viktor because he obviously does not have one at this time.

- Similar to the comics, Diego has lost an eye (and wears an eyepatch) and Allison has lost an arm due to an incident with Dr. Terminal and has a prosthetic. Luther, however, has not gone through his accident yet, and his body is still human.

- Viktor is not aware that he has powers and is still actively taking the medication Reginald gives to him as he is under the impression it is for his anxiety.

- Five never time-traveled so the siblings do not know about the Commission or any of the characters related to it. That isn’t to say it doesn’t exist in this verse - they’ve just never come across it.

- Five and Luther aren’t biologically twins in this (even though that’s really funny and one of my favorite details from the comics).

- Human Grace never existed. This version of “Mom” does not have a name and was simply made to care for the siblings when they were children.

- Villains are much more common in this universe - all the ones from the TUA comics exist and will be mentioned fairly often.

- The setting of the Academy itself is far more like the one described in the original “Pilot” - I’ll be vague about the type of technology that exists but Reginald is an inventor so mentions of that will be added in.

OOC Details:

Pogo, Grace, and Reginald will also be making appearances/answering questions (though not as often as the siblings).

Responses will be formatted in three main ways - Message (As though the typed out the response themself), Interview (Character is actively speaking to the asker and will have dialogue/actions written out) and Scene (a longer version of “interview” that will usually involve other characters and an actual setting). You can request a format or just let me choose based on what you ask.

When speaking about Viktor, he will always be referred to by his preferred name (the only exception is obviously when he is referred to by his number) and pronouns. No matter the comics, Elliot Page and Steve Blackman’s portrayal of the character in the TUA show is a man (I will not debate you on this) and any transphobia will result in an immediate block. In character, he has not completely transitioned and is still somewhat struggling with understanding his gender identity so if hearing someone discuss those types of things makes you uncomfortable - take this as your warning that this blog may not be for you.

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Umbrella Academy Logos [TUA Comics]

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Artist: Gabriel Bá

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Artist: Gabriel Bá

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Artist: Gabriel Bá