Prisoner of the Sea

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[idv-prisoner-merman]

From the tide of the lake came a monster, and that monster soon learned how to walk, to talk, and love. Holding a bottle from his hands, he revealed a note within the bottle. “...Oh? What’s this? Papa said I shouldn’t be getting letters... Maybe these are from his crew? But all it says is... asks open? Open to what...?”

Fish!Luca is now ready for asks! Will you indulge yourself with such magnificent creatures? Or shall the researchers take him once more?

[ Inbox: Indefinite Close ]

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The 3 Rules:

1. No sexual asks! Luca is a child, his appearance is 9 years old, but he’s really 9 months. I’m not a minor on this blog, but I’d like to keep it clean for the most part. THIS BLOG GOES OVER THE SERIOUS ISSUES OF DEPRESSION AND DEATH, THIS IS YOUR ONLY WARNING.

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2. Both OCs and canon characters are allowed! This Luca was once based off the A-Tier Electrolysis skin, now it based off my S-Tier design Siren Song.  Luca is always open to anyone willing to interact with him!

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3.  If you have any questions about Fish!Luca, Sailor Emil, information about this world, feel free to ask Luca or me! My messages are always open to people, and if you’re comfortable, my Discord is JustMandika#2840! I’m genuinely a nice person, so I’ll be happy to answer anything as both parties! 6 (xvx)9

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Info:

- The mod on this blog is Mandika! They don’t care much for pronouns, call them whatever you like! He/They/She.

- The mod draws digitally and puts a lot of effort to bring quality content! Note that the art style may also be inconsistent and not up to perfect detail, please bear with me here, I’m average at best! ( p wp) b

- Asks will be drawn at some time! Feel free to ask away, but please bare with me trying to push out asks. As of late, I may not be able to push them out as quickly like before. I have a life outside of Tumblr and Discord that I’m trying to get my stuff together!

- I mentioned that Lucas was the older counterpart of Luca, due to a post-timeskip. Lucas is NO LONGER on this blog for asks. HOWEVER, I will draw the old styles for both Luca/Lucas and Emil as art projects. This blog has gone through lots, and I believe it’s time to give it the revamp it deserves. So to my older followers, don’t fret! They’re still around!~

- Emil is the father figure of Fish!Luca! As for Luca, he will also be revamped in design! His S-Tier will still be scrapped with the other designs as above, Note that the ask blog below will still stay in the beta version. Don’t feel threatened to be another fellow Emil / Ada ask blog though! I couldn’t careless for the relations your Emil and Ada have as an ask blog. Just enjoy yourself as your character!!  6 (xvx)9

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FISH!LUCA LORE / EMIL’S LETTERS

Emil’s Letters: Entry 1, Entry 2, Entry 3

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PAST EVENTS

“A Vengeful Past” 

“The Black Mist”

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Other Blogs:

@justmandika - Main / Art Blog, I never post there tho, lmao.

@idv-sinful-deities - An OC ask blog collaborated with @pirate-radio-news​ It’s new, and unrelated to Fish!Luca entirely!

[idv-prisoner-merman]

Fish Luca why you don't like alva does he hate you?

"I don't like him because he's annoying. Do you know how irritating it is to be chased around constantly? God, he's so determined to examine me because I'm the only one of my kind, so far to my knowledge."

"I don't think he hates me though. He's quite the opposite actually."

[idv-prisoner-merman]

Hi fish Luca! What do you think of alva Lorenz the hermit? Does he play with you?

They don't talk.

[idv-prisoner-merman]

Dear Muse(s)/Mun,

HAPPY VALENTINES DAY

A gift from me to you.

Though Valentines may not be for everyone, we get to celebrate the people in our lives and express our affection for those who are dear to us, regardless of relationship status.

I take this day as an opportunity to show my love and support for the countless idv blogs across tumblr (no, like, it's crazy how many of you there are). Please take this as an appreciation gift and thank you for your wonderful content <3

Wishing-you-very-well.

— Mod Joe

P.S.

(( What’s in the box? You decide! It can be literally anything you or your muse(s) want and I don't even know how it works. My point here is that gifts are most valued when the receiver gets something they really want. You want a teddy bear? Here! Want an MK-14? It’s in the box! I am not directly responsible for any sort of damage or chaos this may cause. If you don’t have any ideas, just make it a box of chocolates. ))

A small shrill came from the table. the constant hollering and hooting of the ship's cabin hold. At a table were three individuals. Everyone's beloved little merman, who seemed to grow a bit in age, he seems to be enjoying time with his father, still disgruntled as always.

"Ah! Two suns and a moon! Heh, I win Pops!" The merman seems to be elated, despite some new injuries around his hands and eye. Yet the sailor did not respond to his son's boasting.

He's wondering how the fuck you snuck onto his ship and left something so bizzare for them. Different games, and a bottle of juice for them, really? You could've left him a bit of alcohol..

And then there's me. the silly little mun narrating this short story. Thank you Joe for sending us a gift, even though we aren't as lively anymore a year ago. Hopefully we can share some more sea shanties with you another time.

[idv-prisoner-merman]

POV: Your fellow mutual teaches you distrust in Frenzy Rhapsody

ft. @the-multi-geek

[idv-prisoner-merman]

Edit: I forgot Nezumi's favorite ball-

[idv-prisoner-merman]

POV: Your fellow mutual teaches you distrust in Frenzy Rhapsody

ft. @the-multi-geek

[idv-prisoner-merman]

Dida lil project about me in game! :)

[ask-victor-grantzcampbell]

“I used to like who I was. I was fine with it. You made me hate myself.”

// This is supposed to be my Emil or your favorite, my Victor! Luca's too stupid and cute to say that stuff. Lmao- (-><-)

“Am I just your scapegoat to have a physical place to vent your anger on?”

[ask-victor-grantzcampbell]

“A normal walking pace surely won’t get us up to Luca, we have to be a little faster than that.

[idv-prisoner-merman]

Hissing in pain, the sudden jerk to his wrist. It irritated the scars to a point. At least it wouldn’t reopen them, would they? Gripping his cane, the sailor stumbled for the initial jog.

“Hey! S-Slow down! Are you listening to me!?”

With his crippled leg, pain continued to shoot through it, not to mention he couldn’t use his cane to ease the tension. This brat as really irking him to no end. With no hesitation, Emil harshly tugged the postman back.

“Knock it off! This is serious! Do you want me to collapse!?”

Peering out from a tree, the siren wagged his tail. Honestly it was so fun to play with the others! Seeing the two make it, Luca purred.

“Wowie, you guys are fast! But I think you guys should get along! I’m not gonna free you if you don’t-”

With so much shit he had to deal with, Emil was sick of it. Firing a hook into the nearby branch. With no hesitation, he pulled the hook back, seeing the branch Luca was under snap. With the merman tumbling down, Emil gripped the other’s shirt.

“Enough with the games Luca! Where’s the key!?”

Luca, of course, said nothing, just giggling to himself. It seemed like he as having fun, regardless if his father was going to beat his ass or not. Merely just nuzzling against his father, Luca continued to purr happily.

“Not telling! Not until you guys apologize!”

[ask-victor-grantzcampbell]

“Could you please unchain us?”

[idv-prisoner-merman]

As the merman listened, Luca couldn’t help but look at Wick. Gently petting the beloved canine, the child hummed. Despite the death grip on his shirt, Luca could see some similarities between the two. They both want to protect those that they love. And when they rely on no one, it becomes stressful.

“Your words are kind, sincere, Vic! That’s what I like about you! Even if you…look like my tormentor… even if I’m suffering because of him… you can show other’s that they aren’t bad at heart. You give people chances, even the time of day!”

Glancing at his father, Luca smiled. He knew his father wouldn’t apologize, but perhaps he could sympathize with the other. Sure, establishing connections with people was hard, but you have to take the initiative to gain one’s trust. Swaying his tail at his father, the merman waited a bit before speaking.

“I know you’re scared of losing me… I know you’re trying your best to be a good Papa. Yeah, sometimes I deserve to get smacked once in awhile…but you never do it out of anger or sadness… you do it because you love me! Maybe you have a strange way of expressing it! I’m not a baby anymore… so please, let me help you… Let’s get more friends… I want us to find a resolve! I want you to know that I can be trusted! So trust me!”

Hearing his son’s pleas, the sailor felt guilty. Biting his lip, the sailor gently setting his son down, Emil looked at the postman. Glaring a bit, the sailor had to choose his words carefully. Taking in a long breath, Emil sighed.

“I’m sorry for letting these accursed thoughts get to me, my paranoia getting the better of me. When I saw you interacting with him for the first time, I thought you were just that wretched demon haunting us. But as I observed you from afar, your demeanor was strange… you never treated Luca like a monster, you treated him well. I hated that… I hated how you could just… connect with people so easily… It felt like…”

“It feels like you took Luca away from me at times… and I hated that.”

“I could never be like you, or anyone else capable of treating Luca better… I just wanted to… be his escape… someone he could rely on…to be there.”

The sailor’s throat tightened, hugging his son close before sniffling. Collapsing to his knees, Emil could only nuzzle against the other. He couldn’t let Luca go, he was all he had left. The very lifeline he needed ball those years ago.

“I’m sorry… Luca…Victor… I’m sorry but, I need some more time…”

The merchild could only stares before smiling, taking out the key, Luca unlocked them both from their cuffs before cupping his father’s cheeks.

“I can give you that, everyone’s gotta take baby steps! So let’s get you guys treated! I’ve practiced with Henriette and Emily! I’m a pro!”

[ask-victor-grantzcampbell]

“I don’t think I could ever see myself treating Luca badly in anyway, he’s a good kid. There’s no way I could ever replace you in any way, you’re his father.”

[idv-prisoner-merman]

"Don't apologize! You can't help that at all! After all, I like to see the good in people, even if they can be a bit mean or vindictive! That's why I cuffed you guys together! I always say it, but that's why the sea is like an open road... welcoming anyone who ventures with it. On the contrary, the water also has storms, waves, and sea creatures that will lead you astray or drag you under."

"I don't like to think that I'll drag someone down. Maybe I'm a reason Papa's strayed from his past life. Thinking about bad things is too time consuming. I know I can fight if I try really really hard! Plus, if you guys started to fist fight again, I would have bit you reaaaaally hard! If e can't fight on Papa's ship, no fighting anywhere else!"

The merman smiled before patting his father cheeks. With a small growl escaping his lips. His son was too bubbly for his nature. He knew that demon would come back sooner than later if Luca kept pushing his negativity to the side. Taking his son's hand, Emil's tone became stern.

"I want you to talk to me if something happens. Do you understand Luca? If that pathetic hell spawn comes back, I want you to find me, Victor, or whoever is willing to listen... Who wont hurt you. I trust your intuition to tell the difference from good and bad people. You can't trust everyone, they'll end up stabbing you in the back sooner or later."

Simply nodding, whether he was serious or not, Luca purred. Poking Wick's nose, the merchild pondered to himself. It almost felt like he knew someone as there, smiling down at Victor. albeit pissed more over. Shrugging that feeling off, Luca clamped his little jaws around Emil's cane.

"Wh-"

Shaking it away, Luca got on all fours and swayed his tail like a menace. Honestly, it didn't take much to rile up Emil, seeing as the captain immediately shot up, whilst wincing in pain. Chasing the brat around, it seemed the two finally got to make amends, and set a couple of rules here and there.

All loose ends had finally been tied up, for now it seems...

[ask-victor-grantzcampbell]

“I used to like who I was. I was fine with it. You made me hate myself.”

// This is supposed to be my Emil or your favorite, my Victor! Luca's too stupid and cute to say that stuff. Lmao- (-><-)

“Am I just your scapegoat to have a physical place to vent your anger on?”

[ask-victor-grantzcampbell]

“A normal walking pace surely won’t get us up to Luca, we have to be a little faster than that.

[idv-prisoner-merman]

Hissing in pain, the sudden jerk to his wrist. It irritated the scars to a point. At least it wouldn’t reopen them, would they? Gripping his cane, the sailor stumbled for the initial jog.

“Hey! S-Slow down! Are you listening to me!?”

With his crippled leg, pain continued to shoot through it, not to mention he couldn’t use his cane to ease the tension. This brat as really irking him to no end. With no hesitation, Emil harshly tugged the postman back.

“Knock it off! This is serious! Do you want me to collapse!?”

Peering out from a tree, the siren wagged his tail. Honestly it was so fun to play with the others! Seeing the two make it, Luca purred.

“Wowie, you guys are fast! But I think you guys should get along! I’m not gonna free you if you don’t-”

With so much shit he had to deal with, Emil was sick of it. Firing a hook into the nearby branch. With no hesitation, he pulled the hook back, seeing the branch Luca was under snap. With the merman tumbling down, Emil gripped the other’s shirt.

“Enough with the games Luca! Where’s the key!?”

Luca, of course, said nothing, just giggling to himself. It seemed like he as having fun, regardless if his father was going to beat his ass or not. Merely just nuzzling against his father, Luca continued to purr happily.

“Not telling! Not until you guys apologize!”

[ask-victor-grantzcampbell]

“Could you please unchain us?”

[idv-prisoner-merman]

As the merman listened, Luca couldn't help but look at Wick. Gently petting the beloved canine, the child hummed. Despite the death grip on his shirt, Luca could see some similarities between the two. They both want to protect those that they love. And when they rely on no one, it becomes stressful.

"Your words are kind, sincere, Vic! That's what I like about you! Even if you...look like my tormentor... even if I'm suffering because of him... you can show other's that they aren't bad at heart. You give people chances, even the time of day!"

Glancing at his father, Luca smiled. He knew his father wouldn't apologize, but perhaps he could sympathize with the other. Sure, establishing connections with people was hard, but you have to take the initiative to gain one's trust. Swaying his tail at his father, the merman waited a bit before speaking.

"I know you're scared of losing me... I know you're trying your best to be a good Papa. Yeah, sometimes I deserve to get smacked once in awhile...but you never do it out of anger or sadness... you do it because you love me! Maybe you have a strange way of expressing it! I'm not a baby anymore... so please, let me help you... Let's get more friends... I want us to find a resolve! I want you to know that I can be trusted! So trust me!"

Hearing his son's pleas, the sailor felt guilty. Biting his lip, the sailor gently setting his son down, Emil looked at the postman. Glaring a bit, the sailor had to choose his words carefully. Taking in a long breath, Emil sighed.

"I'm sorry for letting these accursed thoughts get to me, my paranoia getting the better of me. When I saw you interacting with him for the first time, I thought you were just that wretched demon haunting us. But as I observed you from afar, your demeanor was strange... you never treated Luca like a monster, you treated him well. I hated that... I hated how you could just... connect with people so easily... It felt like..."

"It feels like you took Luca away from me at times... and I hated that."

"I could never be like you, or anyone else capable of treating Luca better... I just wanted to... be his escape... someone he could rely on...to be there."

The sailor's throat tightened, hugging his son close before sniffling. Collapsing to his knees, Emil could only nuzzle against the other. He couldn't let Luca go, he was all he had left. The very lifeline he needed ball those years ago.

"I'm sorry... Luca...Victor... I'm sorry but, I need some more time..."

The merchild could only stares before smiling, taking out the key, Luca unlocked them both from their cuffs before cupping his father's cheeks.

"I can give you that, everyone's gotta take baby steps! So let's get you guys treated! I've practiced with Henriette and Emily! I'm a pro!"

[idv-prisoner-merman]

POV: You find the bastard that stole your son 5 years ago.

[ask-victor-grantzcampbell]

“I used to like who I was. I was fine with it. You made me hate myself.”

// This is supposed to be my Emil or your favorite, my Victor! Luca's too stupid and cute to say that stuff. Lmao- (-><-)

“Am I just your scapegoat to have a physical place to vent your anger on?”

[ask-victor-grantzcampbell]

“A normal walking pace surely won’t get us up to Luca, we have to be a little faster than that.

[idv-prisoner-merman]

Hissing in pain, the sudden jerk to his wrist. It irritated the scars to a point. At least it wouldn't reopen them, would they? Gripping his cane, the sailor stumbled for the initial jog.

"Hey! S-Slow down! Are you listening to me!?"

With his crippled leg, pain continued to shoot through it, not to mention he couldn't use his cane to ease the tension. This brat as really irking him to no end. With no hesitation, Emil harshly tugged the postman back.

"Knock it off! This is serious! Do you want me to collapse!?"

Peering out from a tree, the siren wagged his tail. Honestly it was so fun to play with the others! Seeing the two make it, Luca purred.

"Wowie, you guys are fast! But I think you guys should get along! I'm not gonna free you if you don't-"

With so much shit he had to deal with, Emil was sick of it. Firing a hook into the nearby branch. With no hesitation, he pulled the hook back, seeing the branch Luca was under snap. With the merman tumbling down, Emil gripped the other's shirt.

"Enough with the games Luca! Where's the key!?"

Luca, of course, said nothing, just giggling to himself. It seemed like he as having fun, regardless if his father was going to beat his ass or not. Merely just nuzzling against his father, Luca continued to purr happily.

"Not telling! Not until you guys apologize!"

[ask-victor-grantzcampbell]

“I used to like who I was. I was fine with it. You made me hate myself.”

// This is supposed to be my Emil or your favorite, my Victor! Luca's too stupid and cute to say that stuff. Lmao- (-><-)

“Am I just your scapegoat to have a physical place to vent your anger on?”

[ask-victor-grantzcampbell]

“Sorry, but there’s a waiting list on those who want to see me rot so get in line. Until that happens, even if you don’t want me to, I will continue to care for Luca and protect him when you are too tired or aren’t there to help protect him.”

[idv-prisoner-merman]

It was silent for the most part, besides both of each other’s panting. Squeezing his knee, the sailor had to calm down. Everything was all fuzzy… His body writhed. Feeling the flora move in his eye, the sailor let out a yelp, clutching at his face. This is what he deserves… To be in absolute agony. So what if he was slowly dying? To hell with what anyone would think. He put his trust behind people for a reason…

“… Don’t kid yourself… Luca’s done so much for me… I’m trying my best…my very fucking best to not rely on so many people…! I…”

The sailor couldn’t help but shed tears, unwilling as he wanted to. Pulling his hat down to hide his face, the sailor snapped again, albiet this time with more emotion.

“Everyday…every single… FUCKING DAY! I bust my ass to keep him well! To give him a better future! I don’t want him to ever be afraid, traumatized by my own demons! For God’s sake!, I almost strangled him one time because of that fucking menace and this flora!”

Biting his lip, Emil still tried to move, despite the pain shooting through his body. Scooting away from the postman, Emil managed to grip his walking cane. Forcing himself up, his leg nearly buckled before staggering to a stand. Heaving his breaths, the sailor wiped the tears and blood from his face.

“I can be there all the time… I have a crew, who love that little gremlin more than anything… Why should I rely on strangers after the last one had…had…”

Thinking about his partner, Emil growled lowly. His beloved…the only one who understood the pain he went through. He’d be ashamed to see such barbaric behavior.

“Nevermind… I don’t plan on killing you, I don’t have time for more bloodshed on my hands… Do whatever the fuck you want, but if I find out ANY of you do something to him, I’ll make sure you’ll be rotting unknown to the world.”

Hearing footsteps from ahead, the sailor groaned quietly. Of course that little brat would show up. Looking away from him, Emil scowled to himself. He could just sense the endless questions roaming through his head.

“Victor? Papa? What happened between you two!? Did you guys fight?!”

Carrying the postman’s beloved dog, the merman grew anxious. They weren’t fighting because of him right?

“Y-You’re bleeding…! I-I think we should visit Doctor Dyer and–!”

“We’re not going. Come on, and drop that mutt. You’re coming with me.”

“But Papa-”

“NOW LUCA…”

Frowning, the merman gently set Wick down before crossing his arms. Such a stubborn child. Not in the mood for the hybrid’s antics, Emil gripped the merman’s wrist tightly. Looking more annoyed.

“You better watch your attitude boy, I don’t have the patience to deal with your nonsense right now!”

[ask-victor-grantzcampbell]

[idv-prisoner-merman]

“An accident? But…. But it doesn’t look like that at all! You guys shouldn’t be fighting! Even Pupper’s concerned! She was whining a lot! Trying to get my attention too!”

The merman could only look between the two before letting out a small sigh. Pulling his hand away for just a moment, Luca grabbed his father’s hand and walked over. Taking the postman’s hand, Luca perked up.

“I think it’s best to make amends! After all, even though you guys had a rough patch, we should solve this without so much bad energy!”

Seeing his son sway his tail, the sailor grumbled. His son was the embodiment of hope. Always fining the good instead of the bad. It still doesn’t excuse his behavior. Shaking his head, the sailor was quick to retort.

“There’s no point in that. Honestly, you’re not making this any better than it was Luca… Let’s just leave.”

Looking at his father, then back at the postman, Luca purred in excitement. Pulling his hands away, Luca dug into his pocket before humming.

“Then I guess we’re going the hard way! You guys are gonna get along! Whether you want to or not! You’re worried about me right Papa? Well I’m worried about you the most! I think you should try to open up again! Make friends! And I know the quickest way to get you guys to get along good!”

Puzzled at the merman’s assesment, the captain could barely blink before feeling something metallic around his wrist. Perking up, the sailor noticed he was cuffed on one end. The other was cuffed onto poor Victor’s wrist.

“Hey! You conniving little brat! What the hell is the meaning of this!? Unlock these restraints right now, or you’ll be in a world of hurt!”

Giggling, Luca backed away, hiding his hands behind his back. Shaking that innocent head of his, the merman smiled. His father always had a temper, not to mention a grouchy mood. He’d do hat he could to brighten his day a bit!

“Nope! I modified it myself! I’m a genius after all! It’ll only work if you guys behave and get along! Bye bye! have fun!~”

Without hesitation, the merman took off, only fueling the sailor’s anger more. Attempting to grab at the child, Emil only felt the tug of the other’s wrist, causing Emil to hiss in pain. His most recent wounds hadn’t healed quite yet, shouting at Luca, Emil snarled.

“I’m going to kick your ass Luca! Once I get out of this you’ll be sorry! Get the fuck back here!”

[ask-victor-grantzcampbell]

[idv-prisoner-merman]

Now cuffed together, the sailor scowled. Of course he would be stuck with a kid who kicked his ass! Snapping his head at the postman, Emil growled.

"This is all your damn fault! For fucks sake get the hell up!"

Wanting to waste no time, Emil tugged at the other, groaning quietly before huffing.

"If we don't get that little shit by the end of today, I swear to God I'll be pissed! You better be a fast walker. There's no way we can run after him. Hurry up and get moving!"

[ask-victor-grantzcampbell]

“I used to like who I was. I was fine with it. You made me hate myself.”

// This is supposed to be my Emil or your favorite, my Victor! Luca's too stupid and cute to say that stuff. Lmao- (-><-)

“Am I just your scapegoat to have a physical place to vent your anger on?”

[ask-victor-grantzcampbell]

“Sorry, but there’s a waiting list on those who want to see me rot so get in line. Until that happens, even if you don’t want me to, I will continue to care for Luca and protect him when you are too tired or aren’t there to help protect him.”

[idv-prisoner-merman]

It was silent for the most part, besides both of each other’s panting. Squeezing his knee, the sailor had to calm down. Everything was all fuzzy… His body writhed. Feeling the flora move in his eye, the sailor let out a yelp, clutching at his face. This is what he deserves… To be in absolute agony. So what if he was slowly dying? To hell with what anyone would think. He put his trust behind people for a reason…

“… Don’t kid yourself… Luca’s done so much for me… I’m trying my best…my very fucking best to not rely on so many people…! I…”

The sailor couldn’t help but shed tears, unwilling as he wanted to. Pulling his hat down to hide his face, the sailor snapped again, albiet this time with more emotion.

“Everyday…every single… FUCKING DAY! I bust my ass to keep him well! To give him a better future! I don’t want him to ever be afraid, traumatized by my own demons! For God’s sake!, I almost strangled him one time because of that fucking menace and this flora!”

Biting his lip, Emil still tried to move, despite the pain shooting through his body. Scooting away from the postman, Emil managed to grip his walking cane. Forcing himself up, his leg nearly buckled before staggering to a stand. Heaving his breaths, the sailor wiped the tears and blood from his face.

“I can be there all the time… I have a crew, who love that little gremlin more than anything… Why should I rely on strangers after the last one had…had…”

Thinking about his partner, Emil growled lowly. His beloved…the only one who understood the pain he went through. He’d be ashamed to see such barbaric behavior.

“Nevermind… I don’t plan on killing you, I don’t have time for more bloodshed on my hands… Do whatever the fuck you want, but if I find out ANY of you do something to him, I’ll make sure you’ll be rotting unknown to the world.”

Hearing footsteps from ahead, the sailor groaned quietly. Of course that little brat would show up. Looking away from him, Emil scowled to himself. He could just sense the endless questions roaming through his head.

“Victor? Papa? What happened between you two!? Did you guys fight?!”

Carrying the postman’s beloved dog, the merman grew anxious. They weren’t fighting because of him right?

“Y-You’re bleeding…! I-I think we should visit Doctor Dyer and–!”

“We’re not going. Come on, and drop that mutt. You’re coming with me.”

“But Papa-”

“NOW LUCA…”

Frowning, the merman gently set Wick down before crossing his arms. Such a stubborn child. Not in the mood for the hybrid’s antics, Emil gripped the merman’s wrist tightly. Looking more annoyed.

“You better watch your attitude boy, I don’t have the patience to deal with your nonsense right now!”

[ask-victor-grantzcampbell]

[idv-prisoner-merman]

"An accident? But.... But it doesn't look like that at all! You guys shouldn't be fighting! Even Pupper's concerned! She was whining a lot! Trying to get my attention too!"

The merman could only look between the two before letting out a small sigh. Pulling his hand away for just a moment, Luca grabbed his father's hand and walked over. Taking the postman's hand, Luca perked up.

"I think it's best to make amends! After all, even though you guys had a rough patch, we should solve this without so much bad energy!"

Seeing his son sway his tail, the sailor grumbled. His son was the embodiment of hope. Always fining the good instead of the bad. It still doesn't excuse his behavior. Shaking his head, the sailor was quick to retort.

"There's no point in that. Honestly, you're not making this any better than it was Luca... Let's just leave."

Looking at his father, then back at the postman, Luca purred in excitement. Pulling his hands away, Luca dug into his pocket before humming.

"Then I guess we're going the hard way! You guys are gonna get along! Whether you want to or not! You're worried about me right Papa? Well I'm worried about you the most! I think you should try to open up again! Make friends! And I know the quickest way to get you guys to get along good!"

Puzzled at the merman's assesment, the captain could barely blink before feeling something metallic around his wrist. Perking up, the sailor noticed he was cuffed on one end. The other was cuffed onto poor Victor's wrist.

"Hey! You conniving little brat! What the hell is the meaning of this!? Unlock these restraints right now, or you'll be in a world of hurt!"

Giggling, Luca backed away, hiding his hands behind his back. Shaking that innocent head of his, the merman smiled. His father always had a temper, not to mention a grouchy mood. He'd do hat he could to brighten his day a bit!

"Nope! I modified it myself! I'm a genius after all! It'll only work if you guys behave and get along! Bye bye! have fun!~"

Without hesitation, the merman took off, only fueling the sailor's anger more. Attempting to grab at the child, Emil only felt the tug of the other's wrist, causing Emil to hiss in pain. His most recent wounds hadn't healed quite yet, shouting at Luca, Emil snarled.

"I'm going to kick your ass Luca! Once I get out of this you'll be sorry! Get the fuck back here!"

[ask-victor-grantzcampbell]

“I used to like who I was. I was fine with it. You made me hate myself.”

// This is supposed to be my Emil or your favorite, my Victor! Luca's too stupid and cute to say that stuff. Lmao- (-><-)

“Am I just your scapegoat to have a physical place to vent your anger on?”

[ask-victor-grantzcampbell]

“Sorry, but there’s a waiting list on those who want to see me rot so get in line. Until that happens, even if you don’t want me to, I will continue to care for Luca and protect him when you are too tired or aren’t there to help protect him.”

[idv-prisoner-merman]

It was silent for the most part, besides both of each other's panting. Squeezing his knee, the sailor had to calm down. Everything was all fuzzy... His body writhed. Feeling the flora move in his eye, the sailor let out a yelp, clutching at his face. This is what he deserves... To be in absolute agony. So what if he was slowly dying? To hell with what anyone would think. He put his trust behind people for a reason...

"... Don't kid yourself... Luca's done so much for me... I'm trying my best...my very fucking best to not rely on so many people...! I..."

The sailor couldn't help but shed tears, unwilling as he wanted to. Pulling his hat down to hide his face, the sailor snapped again, albiet this time with more emotion.

"Everyday...every single... FUCKING DAY! I bust my ass to keep him well! To give him a better future! I don't want him to ever be afraid, traumatized by my own demons! For God's sake!, I almost strangled him one time because of that fucking menace and this flora!"

Biting his lip, Emil still tried to move, despite the pain shooting through his body. Scooting away from the postman, Emil managed to grip his walking cane. Forcing himself up, his leg nearly buckled before staggering to a stand. Heaving his breaths, the sailor wiped the tears and blood from his face.

"I can be there all the time... I have a crew, who love that little gremlin more than anything... Why should I rely on strangers after the last one had...had..."

Thinking about his partner, Emil growled lowly. His beloved...the only one who understood the pain he went through. He'd be ashamed to see such barbaric behavior.

"Nevermind... I don't plan on killing you, I don't have time for more bloodshed on my hands... Do whatever the fuck you want, but if I find out ANY of you do something to him, I'll make sure you'll be rotting unknown to the world."

Hearing footsteps from ahead, the sailor groaned quietly. Of course that little brat would show up. Looking away from him, Emil scowled to himself. He could just sense the endless questions roaming through his head.

"Victor? Papa? What happened between you two!? Did you guys fight?!"

Carrying the postman's beloved dog, the merman grew anxious. They weren't fighting because of him right?

"Y-You're bleeding...! I-I think we should visit Doctor Dyer and--!"

"We're not going. Come on, and drop that mutt. You're coming with me."

"But Papa-"

"NOW LUCA..."

Frowning, the merman gently set Wick down before crossing his arms. Such a stubborn child. Not in the mood for the hybrid's antics, Emil gripped the merman's wrist tightly. Looking more annoyed.

"You better watch your attitude boy, I don't have the patience to deal with your nonsense right now!"

[idv-prisoner-merman]

[idv-sinful-deities]

Welcome to the addition Dodgeball!

[idv-prisoner-merman]

It's back boys... After a long wait, IDV Dodgeball has returned.

[ask-victor-grantzcampbell]

“I used to like who I was. I was fine with it. You made me hate myself.”

// This is supposed to be my Emil or your favorite, my Victor! Luca's too stupid and cute to say that stuff. Lmao- (-><-)

"Am I just your scapegoat to have a physical place to vent your anger on?"

[idv-prisoner-merman]

The sailor could only stare in hatred, absolute hatred. Whether or not if it was for those reasons, Emil had been fed up with the constant darkness festering in his heart. Besides Luca, this manifestation tormented him daily. Those fragmented memories of war, the fear in his crew's eyes, his bottled up emotions. He liked who he once was.

He loved being the father he could never strive to be, he liked the small shenanigans Luca and his crew pulled. He missed the warm embrace of his beloved. All of that, stripped away because of this cursed flora. This...wretched demon messing with him.

The man has countlessly tried to end his own life, sparingly. But with such a responsibilities on his hands, the sailor didn't have the time to vent to anyone. Emil hated this feeling...The sensation of isolation, the feeling of abandonment, the lingering of numbness.

Bitterness was a hard pill to swallow. He'd hollowed out his emotions long ago for those aside from Luca. Raising a fist, the shining gleam of his grappling hook revealed under his arm warmers. Although he was too old to move as he did, it was the second best he could get, compared to his cane. To threaten a random civilian like this. It was hardly a dent in this salty sailor's reputation...

"Stop being cryptic. The damage has already been done. I won't let you plague my son the same way. Your voice is as irritating as my own demons..."

[ask-victor-grantzcampbell]

"Or you might end up regretting what you are going to do."

[idv-prisoner-merman]

"Safe...? What does someone like you know about keeping him of all people safe!? Do you honestly think I'm afraid of you!? Don't mess with me you brat!"

It seemed Emil had taken the postman's words to heart, albeit incorrectly. Was he implying that he was a danger to Luca? Perish the thought! Gritting his teeth in anger, the sailor growled audibly. To talk about defending Luca, like he was a danger to his adoptive son... It struck a nerve. For someone so persistent on avoiding conflict, somehow, Victor was pushing the right buttons.

Like a ticking time bomb waiting to detonate, the sailor shook his head. He wouldn't back down from pesky doctors, a mere postman, let alone it's pet would deter him from keeping his son secured in his arms. Having a merman build too many connections haunted the man. Then again, he had become intrigued and obsessed with Luca. Not in the way those experimentals would be.

Firing his grappling hook, the wretched thing nearly stabbed the postman in his face, merely bouncing off a nearby object. Watching it reel back into place, the sailor lowered his arm. He could at least show the little brat he was serious. Glaring at the postman's darkened expression, Emil scowled.

"I've lived a long life, slowly building doubts about myself. I promised my child a home to belong in... Keep away from my boy. Or I swear to the God's that little hook shot will be the least of your problems. Don't even send your mutt."

[ask-victor-grantzcampbell]

"...."

[idv-prisoner-merman]

And just like that...It took every ounce of patience out of the sailor. With absolutely no hesitation, Emil wrapped his free hand around the postman's throat. He'd wring this brat's throat out even if it killed him! Struggling to keep his stance, fueled by anger, hellbent on murdering this innocent man. Wasting no time, his good knee jerked upwards, into the blonde's stomach. "You...you...little...!"

Every single second, he felt nothing but absolute malice. The first blow caught him off guard, he had to give him that much credit. Growling like a hound, Emil wasted no time kicking the postman to the ground. He had years of experience, training hand-to-hand combat. He could kill him here and now! The brat already opened the offer of his punching bag, he'd receive it to his full end.

"YOU FUCKIN' TWAT! I'LL MAKE SURE YOU ROT IN THE DEEPEST OF THE OCEANS!!"

[ask-victor-grantzcampbell]

“I used to like who I was. I was fine with it. You made me hate myself.”

// This is supposed to be my Emil or your favorite, my Victor! Luca's too stupid and cute to say that stuff. Lmao- (-><-)

"Am I just your scapegoat to have a physical place to vent your anger on?"

[idv-prisoner-merman]

The sailor could only stare in hatred, absolute hatred. Whether or not if it was for those reasons, Emil had been fed up with the constant darkness festering in his heart. Besides Luca, this manifestation tormented him daily. Those fragmented memories of war, the fear in his crew's eyes, his bottled up emotions. He liked who he once was.

He loved being the father he could never strive to be, he liked the small shenanigans Luca and his crew pulled. He missed the warm embrace of his beloved. All of that, stripped away because of this cursed flora. This...wretched demon messing with him.

The man has countlessly tried to end his own life, sparingly. But with such a responsibilities on his hands, the sailor didn't have the time to vent to anyone. Emil hated this feeling...The sensation of isolation, the feeling of abandonment, the lingering of numbness.

Bitterness was a hard pill to swallow. He'd hollowed out his emotions long ago for those aside from Luca. Raising a fist, the shining gleam of his grappling hook revealed under his arm warmers. Although he was too old to move as he did, it was the second best he could get, compared to his cane. To threaten a random civilian like this. It was hardly a dent in this salty sailor's reputation...

"Stop being cryptic. The damage has already been done. I won't let you plague my son the same way. Your voice is as irritating as my own demons..."

[ask-victor-grantzcampbell]

"Or you might end up regretting what you are going to do."

[idv-prisoner-merman]

"Safe...? What does someone like you know about keeping him of all people safe!? Do you honestly think I'm afraid of you!? Don't mess with me you brat!"

It seemed Emil had taken the postman's words to heart, albeit incorrectly. Was he implying that he was a danger to Luca? Perish the thought! Gritting his teeth in anger, the sailor growled audibly. To talk about defending Luca, like he was a danger to his adoptive son... It struck a nerve. For someone so persistent on avoiding conflict, somehow, Victor was pushing the right buttons.

Like a ticking time bomb waiting to detonate, the sailor shook his head. He wouldn't back down from pesky doctors, a mere postman, let alone it's pet would deter him from keeping his son secured in his arms. Having a merman build too many connections haunted the man. Then again, he had become intrigued and obsessed with Luca. Not in the way those experimentals would be.

Firing his grappling hook, the wretched thing nearly stabbed the postman in his face, merely bouncing off a nearby object. Watching it reel back into place, the sailor lowered his arm. He could at least show the little brat he was serious. Glaring at the postman's darkened expression, Emil scowled.

"I've lived a long life, slowly building doubts about myself. I promised my child a home to belong in... Keep away from my boy. Or I swear to the God's that little hook shot will be the least of your problems. Don't even send your mutt."