HellKaiserinChesire

The true mark of a queen is not her crown, but her character.

[hellkaiserinphoenix]

Gigi. she/her. 20+. op si. statue & funko collection.

minors, blank and ageless blogs will be blocked on sight. this blog supports, interacts with and reblogs nsfw and dark content.

four seasons manor. tag index. lovlies 1 & 2. currently watching.

if any of my moots and followers want to connect on other socials, let me know. I have an ao3, Instagram, pillowfort, and blusky. If anyone wants please send me a DM.

My ask box is open to chat!  

[cuunos]

peak dynamic in my opinion

[marleysfinest]

HAVING HIM FORCE YOU TO LOOK UP AT HIM WHEN YOU’RE ON YOUR KNEES WITH ALL OF HIM IN YOUR MOUTH SO HE CAN TELL YOU HOW PRETTY YOU LOOK 🎤🎤🎤🎤🎤

[indepthpokemonheadcanons]

Live and Pre-recorded Pokémon Battles

In the current age, most professional battles are broadcast on television, often hours - or even days - after they take place. As such, most televised battles go through some form of post-production. Even if this editing is minimal, designed only to streamline and clarify beats of the match, the viewing experience is markedly different from seeing a battle in the flesh. If you’re lucky enough to get a ticket to a stadium match, here’s a few things that you can expect:

There will be pauses. Lots of them. If the match isn’t live, producers often edit out non-significant interventions by the referee, of which there are always plenty. Refs are cautious about excessive force and there are lots of finicky rules about how long moves can be sustained, so the whistle will go if anyone oversteps. ‘Breathing room’ intervals are also frequent; every half-minute or so, referees will command the pokémon to step apart, just for a few seconds. This gives them time to collect themselves, as well as breaking up combat that has become too one-sided. 

At the same time, everything will seem faster than it does on the television. Post-production offers the opportunity for clear camera angles, close-ups and illustrative slow-motion - none of this is available in a live match. You will see a pokémon get knocked out and have no idea how it happened.

On a similar note, expect to be confused. Some stadiums will mic the trainers so that their commands are audible to the audience, some will only provide in-ear comms so that the trainer can be heard by their pokémon. In either case, it will be hard to follow what’s happening. Trainers often give commands in code or shorthand so as to retain the element of surprise. What little you can make sense of will be blanketed by cheering. 

If you’re going to see a fire specialist, don’t get seats for the front row. There may be tickets available. They may be staggeringly good value for money. Don’t be tempted. You will spend the entire battle sweating into your seat. 

Commentators vary in quality and not all stadiums will have them. Whether you find them a lifeline or a nuisance usually depends on your level of knowledge about battling. Trainers and enthusiasts tend to get annoyed by their ‘stating the obvious’; casual fans rely on it. In any case, live commentating is much less cohesive - and far more excitable - than the kind that accompanies a pre-recorded match. 

Rain Dance will, nine times out of ten, extend beyond the arena. Don’t bring an umbrella. The people behind will hate you for it. 

A television camera can never capture just how blinding Dazzling Gleam can be. At the last PWT, Flannery infamously donned sunglasses during her battle with Valerie. Everyone made memes about it, but protective eyewear is actually recommended at certain matches, especially if you’re in the front row. 

Everything will look messier than it does in a pre-recorded match. Producers often ‘clean up’ battle footage for the sake of clarity and visual appeal - when fire moves are used, most of the smoke is edited out, as are shots that linger on the gunk and debris in the arena. When the battle is done, expect the field to look filthy - ash everywhere, scorch marks, shattered rocks, pools of acid, chips of ice, clumps of fur. Psychic specialists tend to leave the arena in the neatest state. Poison and ground trainers vie for the messiest.    

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Ten Things I Wish I’d Known Before Taking The Gym Challenge

When it comes to challenging the League, making mistakes is part of the whole experience. No matter when or how you do it, it won’t pan out quite as you expect, and everyone’s experience is different. That said, a little advice can go a long way, so here are my top things to remember:

1. Unofficial gyms are great for everyday training.

In the big cities, official Gyms are crowded, oversubscribed, and pretty dang expensive. Unofficial gyms might not be affiliated with the League, but they’re perfectly serviceable for everyday training. Most are staffed with an array of type specialists, who can advise you on everything from battle technique to how you hold yourself on the pitch. If you’re of school age or taking a gap year, you can usually flash your trainer card and get the same discounts you would in an official Gym. Make use of them. Book a one-on-one session if you can.

That’s not to say you should avoid official Gyms. They’re usually much better equipped, and taking lessons from the Gym Leader themselves will give you a feel for their style. But there’s no need to spend all your time there - especially as the cafés are daylight robbery. 

2. If you’re staying at a Pokémon Centre, don’t sleep late.

Aside from dorms, most Centres have communal kitchens and cheap laundry services. If you want to have any chance of getting near them, rise early. When it comes to charging phones and Pokédexes, you just need to get lucky - nab a plug, defend it, but try not to hog it. If there’s a queue of people who need juice, priority goes to whoever’s on the lowest percentage. A few weeks into your journey, 40% will become the new 100%. 

3. For the love of god, don’t keep your trainer card in a random pocket.

You will lose it, and replacing it is a nightmare. You’ll have to cancel the old card and order a new one at full price, even if you received your initial one through an Access Scheme. What’s more, you can’t challenge Gym Leaders without a valid ID, nor enter most paying tournaments, even if the booking was made before the loss of the card. Save yourself the grief and keep it in your wallet. 

4. You don’t need to stick with one style of battling.

Even if you know what kind of trainer you want to be, don’t be afraid to mess around, especially in friendly battles. Try out doubles and triples, swap pokémon for a few matches, restrict your team to contact or non-contact moves. Even if it’s just for a laugh, you’ll be surprised at how much you’ll learn. 

5. There is no one way to approach your challenge.  

Nobody’s experience is the same, so don’t feel self-conscious about not doing it ‘right’. Some people don’t take on the Gyms until they’re well into adulthood. Some people don’t leave home, preferring to train locally and travel out to each Gym in turn. Some are seasoned trainers, already having collected badges in other regions. Some are utter novices. Some approach the challenge casually, seeing it as something for the CV. Others view it as a path towards sponsorship and a long-term career in the battle industry. The one uniting factor? Everybody is too preoccupied with their own experience to judge other people’s. Try to learn from the variety of people rather than comparing yourself to them.

6. You can split the costs of a storage subscription with friends.

For a lot of people, the Gym challenge goes hand in hand with capturing new pokémon. Some Trainer Access Schemes offer a storage account among their benefits, but the schemes are less common than they used to be, and some find the subscriptions offered too basic. Split between a few people, an unlimited Box subscription is good value for money - it also allows you to create several accounts, so you can each keep your spare pokémon in a secure place. 

7. When you’re battling casually, it’s best to keep money out of it.

While it’s tempting to lay bets and battle for big bucks, it can cause arguments, especially when it’s day 90 and everyone’s stressed and sweaty and worn out. In friendly matches with strangers, the last square of chocolate or the comfiest armchair in the Pokémon Centre lounge are as tempting prizes as any. 

8. Remember that Gym Leaders are just regular people.

The sooner you stop treating them like huge celebrities, the more comfortable you’ll be in their presence, and the easier it will be to learn from them. Ask them as many (battle-related) questions as you can, put yourself forward, and make sure they understand your style. This is especially important if you plan to challenge the Elite Four, as Gym Leaders can put you in touch with agents and sponsors, as well as offer you advanced lessons when the time comes. 

Don’t be afraid to ask for selfies with them, though. 9 times out of 10, they’ll be cool with it.  

9. It’s worth investing in decent Pokéballs   

Cheap Pokéballs can smell fear, and they will pick the worst opportunity to malfunction or run dry. Some pokémon aren’t permitted to run free in public spaces, so the last thing you want is for them to be forcibly ejected. You also don’t want to gear up for a Gym battle or a tournament, only to have your Pokéball lose power and lock. Silph Pokéballs might be eye-wateringly expensive, but they last for life and never need to be charged. They’re also incredibly secure, boasting touch ID and wireless connectivity to the Box system. In the face of repeated, forcible ejection attempts, the pokémon will be withdrawn from the ball and placed into a linked storage account, which means you don’t need to need to worry about theft. 

10. You will have to come to terms with your own abilities.

Deep down, we all think we’re hotshots at battling. Even if we doubt our skills, we still think we’ll catch a wave at the right moment - suddenly, everything will click, and we’ll start breezing through the Gyms, winning tournaments, making a beeline for that Champion spot.

Fortunately and unfortunately, that’s not the case. The bitter pill to swallow: even when you beat them, Gym Leaders are much more skilled than you are. Some of them are among the best trainers in the world, but their job is to battle at your level and exploit the weaknesses in your technique. As you improve, they will adjust how much pressure they put on you, so you can actually expect to lose more when you challenge later Gyms.

Even once you collect all of your badges, it’s highly unlikely that you will be able to best a Gym Leader in a genuine, all-out battle. Novice trainers often get hung up on this - that they only won because the Gym Leader allowed them to, that they haven’t beaten them for real.

This is something most people have to make peace with. Ultimately, Gym Leaders do allow you to win - but only after presenting you with a rigorous challenge, which you have to train for and overcome. At its heart, the Gym Challenge has always been about personal improvement. So manage your expectations, celebrate your victories, and have fun out there! 

[indepthpokemonheadcanons]

Pokémon League Champion Duties

(Requested by @puresilverdemon - I hope you enjoy!)

At its core, the Champion role is about being a cultural figurehead, one that represents the region on the international stage and nurtures the development of the League. Historically, the Champion was a designated protector for a given region, selected to defend the land from external and internal threats, but the modern-day role bears only shades of these ancient duties. Said role is also subject to variation; not all Leagues are the same, and certain regions allow Champions to have more responsibility than others.  

The Indigo League 

Due to the sheer volume of challengers that this League attracts - and the resulting high turnover of Champions - the duties attached to the role have diminished in the last few decades. The Indigo League is staunchly determined to stay true to its roots, but a position that changes hands so frequently cannot require long-term commitment, nor a hugely specific skill-set. Especially when the League has next to no say in who takes it.

As a result, the Indigo Champion is expected and encouraged to participate in League meetings, but is not contractually required to. Such meetings may pertain to the appointment of new Elites and Gym Leaders, the dismissal of current ones, strategies to attract more challengers of a particular type speciality, funding allocations, scheduling, networking events, and countless other day-to-day headaches. Champions that fully engage with League matters - Lance, for example - are always well-respected, but they are few and far between. The majority are either more interested in the flashy side of Champion life (like Blue) or are simply badly-suited to governance, despite their best efforts (such as Gold).

The only steadfast duties of the Indigo Champion pertain to battle, public appearances, and traditional duties. If a Champion is defeated, they must escort the victorious opponent into the Hall of Fame. Blue caused a great deal of embarrassment when he refused to extend this ritual to Red. Red was a similar (albeit less obtuse) headache when it came to making public appearances, and sparked utter chaos when he disappeared. 

Many suspect the Indigo Champion’s duties will reduce further over the next few years. If not for the League’s grim dedication to tradition, they might have adopted a system similar to Kalos’s a long time ago.

The Hoenn and Sinnoh Leagues

While not identical, the systems in Hoenn and Sinnoh are similar enough to be discussed in tandem. Neither League has a hugely high Champion turnover, as the Indigo League draws away a large proportion of challengers. As a result, Hoennese and Sinnohan Champions can be expected to stay in the role for longer, and thus retain more of the responsibilities that Indigo Champions need not concern themselves with.

Aside from overseeing the League, the Hoennese Champion must demonstrate a vested interest in the region’s cultural and spiritual practices. They are granted passage to the Cave of Origin and must visit it on the first day of each year, so as to pay their respects and vow to protect new life. An annual visit to Mt Pyre is also traditional, usually in the seventh lunar month, in order to honour the dead.

The expectations on the Sinnohan Champion are not dissimilar. After winning the title, challengers must cement it at Spear Pillar, by kneeling at the stone altar and pledging their dedication before Arceus. It falls to the defeated Champion to guide them there. Ascending Mt Coronet is no quick or easy feat, and many believe that the prospect turns away potential candidates. There has been talk of removing the ritual, or at least holding it in a more accessible location, but Cynthia refuses to let the motion pass.

The Unova League  

The Unovan League is significantly younger than the Japanese Leagues, but the Champion role comes with an unexpected amount of responsibility. More than in any other region, the Unovan Champion is expected to network with Gym Leaders and the towns and cities that surround them. While the Champions in Kalos and the Japanese regions rarely battle outside of official matches, the Unovan Champion is encouraged to engage with grassroots training communities and battle informally wherever possible. The League has no desire for the role to seem removed or elite, because their ethos and marketing centres heavily on the notion that anybody can make it to the top. 

The Kalos League  

The Kalosian League is controversial for a handful of reasons, but predominantly because their Champion position is not entirely open. Unlike in other regions, where the Champion changes with immediate effect in the event of a defeat, the Kalosian position is reviewed every two years. All challengers who defeat the Champion within that period are used to comprise a pool of applicants, from which the most suitable choice is selected. Said choice is supposedly based on strength and availability alone, but many believe that it is simply a way to exercise more control over who takes the position. Nonetheless, the process does afford a little more job security than most regions can offer, as it guarantees that the Champion will retain the role for at least two years.  

In terms of duties, the Kalosian Champion is required to oversee the appointment of all Gym Leaders and Elite Four members, attend exhibition matches, and particularly demonstrate the region’s prowess abroad. Unlike Galar and the Japanese regions, which have fairly localised battle scenes, the Kalosian league is particularly known for its international presence. The Champion must be willing to travel. 

The Alolan League

The fine details of the Alolan Champion position are yet to be worked out, given the newness of the League. Some have suggested that the Champion take a spiritual role; others claim that this would give the position a false sense of grandeur. On the other hand, keeping it as a mere celebrity role makes the residents of Ula’ula nervous - what if Tapu Bulu came to believe that the Champion was being worshipped in its place? How might it react?

Nobody is sure. Nobody is very sure about anything, when it comes to the new League.

The Galar League

Unlike the other regions, Galar embraces the fact that the Champion is predominantly a celebrity figure. Outside of battling - national and international tournaments, exhibition matches, the Champion Cup -  their duties are mostly publicity-based, as they are not required (or expected) to oversee how the Major and Minor Leagues are run. That job falls to the chairman. The Champion is told which fundraising events to attend, which buildings to open, which interviews to do, which reality TV shows to guest appear on. Similarly to Unovan Champions, they also dedicate a chunk of the off-season to grassroots battling and engagement with local communities. This is how many Galarian Champions find their way into coaching and scouting.   

[polillarockera]

Selfship-Coded

CW: Suggestive, light smut, alcohol mention. He's a private investigator, she's a teacher. WC: 0.5K

MDNI - 18+

You didn’t think one night of passion would blossom into romance. You reminisce, wondering how it all began. Burnt out educator, bored out of her mind, you stop by a local dive bar to satiate your thirst. 

You opt for something without any spirits, you want the fun but without losing your inhibitions. A man with a serious demeanour takes his place next to you, with a bottle next to him. He’s handsome, but so serious. He catches you looking at him twice before asking if you’re alone tonight. It never hurts to ask. You tell him that you're open to an opportunity.

Small talk turns into light touches. Before you know it, you’re outside, unable to keep your hands to yourself. You can taste the liquor in his mouth; it’s so intoxicating, just exactly what you needed. You pull on his tie, dragging your tongue inside of his, hearing the little moan that he can’t contain. 

“Na…Naoto…what’s your name?” You chortle as you pull away, loosening your grip on his tie. You laugh, fixating on his dark eyes, whispering your name into his ears. His inhibitions are affected, but he still drags you to a nearby love hotel.

He’s not much taller than you, but you weren’t expecting him to be so hungry. The immediate need to taste your body, it’s been so long since a man has touched you in a way that makes you beg for more. He doesn’t disappoint when he’s able to make you say his name over and over when his mouth explores your body, tasting your smooth skin. When he undresses, he reveals a strong build; he shows you what happens when a man lacks restraint. He doesn’t even know you, yet he drives to mark you all over. You won’t be able to forget him; that evening, he’s able to go 3 rounds; he’s never been able to do that before.

You sneak out together at 5:30 am, rushing home to get ready for your long day at school. You care so much about their well-being, but an administration that doesn’t really care to do much to protect them. This is why your body can’t take this, but you yearn to fill that void again with him. 

Naoto doesn’t have a beat. He used to, but there was no work-life balance. Private investigators can pick their own hours; some are curious about the type of work, but it’s honest. At least, that’s what he tells himself.

You stop by a cafe, drinking your favourite cup of coffee and a pastry to get through the nightmare that today was. You brush your hand on your shirt, caressing the area where he bit you. Just as you’re wondering where he is, your attention is drawn to the sound of his steps on the marbled floor. You turn, and his smile is indeed disarming. 

“Allow me to formally introduce myself…”

He shakes your hand. He offers you another cup of coffee, gleefully accepting. He sees the shadows of your eyes, feeling guilty if he did that. However, there’s a tinge of pride within that he was able to keep you up. One laugh or two later, he asks you out. You accept.

This time, he’ll make sure to stay dry. He wants all his devices there when you say his name again.

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When your Heart Pirate bestie takes your sparring match a little too seriously.

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This is Heavy, my Kid Pirate Crewman.

[ariiadnes]

& i left my soul next to the shore one sail, one sea

RAFAEL, BENEATH THE CHERRY BLOSSOMS : come to think of it, this is your first cherry blossom festival with me-- er, us, i mean! not me specifically, just... everyone in general. PENELOPE, SUNSHINE WALKING, IN THE MIDST OF FALLING PETALS : ah, that's true. is it always this breathtaking? RAFAEL, IN THE HEART OF SOMETHING HOPEFUL : i...well, breathtaking is one way to describe it. i hope you don't mind me saying this, but... i hope we can spend the next one together, too. PENELOPE, IN THE HEART OF SOMETHING LOVED : ...i'd like that, raf. i hope so, too.

happy ( belated ) spring my wonderful friends!! as the seasons come and go, may we continue to stay together and grow into something even more beautiful. i love you always, thank you for being here.

comm by Meikkochi_! do not save or repost

[crowttore]

Getting a tender good night kiss on your forehead and a whispered 'thank you' after he's bent you in half, bred, and overstimulated you

[pearlfoam]

“𝐡𝐦𝐦… 𝐦𝐲 𝐬𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐥. 𝐲𝐨𝐮’𝐫𝐞 𝐚 𝐬𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧’𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮?”

“𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐬 𝐢 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐰𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐲𝐨𝐮.”

HAPPY MYLILY MERMAY!!!! 🤍 a massive thank you to @its-toofuu on vgen for drawing this absolutely stunning surprise commission. how fitting that tofu chose my merfolk au for the sketch hehe 🙈 ah they are genuinely so sweet and fun to work with!!!

THIS IS MY OWN PERSONAL COMMISSION — DO NOT SAVE THIS OR USE FOR YOURSELF. DO NOT FEED THIS COMMISSION INTO ANY FORM OF AI.

𝐀𝐋𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐄 𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍

[dynapuff]

NEW DYNAPUFF MERCH (LIMITED EDITION) ITA BAG! COME GET YOURS TODAY!

Thank you so very very much to @/officialmiintee for this absolutely ADORABLE Ita bag com of my babiessssss. It's seriously the CUTEST com EVER omg I ADORE it. Come and get your Dynapuff merch!!!! 💖💖

[lunebrew]

like i want to kiss him all over i want to burrow into his chest and bite him everywhere i want his flesh between my teeth i want to hold his beating heart in my bare and bloodied hands we are from the same rib i need to swallow him whole im going to throw up everywhere we have to be together in every single timeline

[polillarockera]

Come on, fly with me, let's take off in the blue

Once I get you up there, where the air is rarefied We'll just glide, starry-eyed

Inspired by the Spielberg film, Catch Me If You Can. My beloved spy is the con man pretending to be an airline pilot, and I, the pretty lady who is tricked into working with him (though I get to wear the Pan Am uniform!).

Big thanks to Mysterika18 on Vgen. An absolute dream to work with!

dividers by @/bronzewasp

[polillarockera]

𝓝𝓪𝓸𝓹𝓱𝓲𝓮

She's a teacher, he's a private investigator.

Two individuals seeking to quell their loneliness and catch feelings for one another.

He'll keep her safe, no matter the cost.

[fanaticsnail]

Dracule Mer-Mihawk

Fighter Fishman Mihawk for my beautiful friend @feral-artistry. The temptation to make him a sword fish was sooooo strong, but we went with fighting fish instead.