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[No Expenses] Lives in a house.

Profits

[+1,500G] For being the owner of the Fenrir Battle Arena. (plus menu)

[+2,000G] For being the boss of Steel Edge Blacksmith’s.

[+1,500G] For working at Steel Edge Blacksmith’s.

[+2,500G] For being Guildmaster (owner) of the Leuda Explorer’s Guild (plus menu).

[+2,000G] For being boss of the Leuda Explorer’s Guild.

[+1,000G] For working at the Leuda Explorer’s Guild.

[+1,000G] For working at the Leuda Mining Company.

[ +11,500G ]

New Balance: 369,866G

#pi:activity #pi:money

treetopdynamite

Morning Patrolling | Open

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“Well, there’s actually a couple places we could take the little guy, but I feel like the one we’re going to is the best choice.” Luke began to walk and lead the way as they departed from the alleyway. “It’s like an animal sanctuary. It’s a totally cool place for animals to go and relax, and the lady who runs it can take the dog to the vet if he needs it. She’s a pro with animals, so I totally trust her with this.”

He looked back and smiled as he watched Jake carry the dog carefully in his arms. Over the years that he had known him, Luke saw Jake become more and more of a social person, more willing to go out of his way for others. When he first hired him at the blacksmiths, the guy was a real piece of work… It was cool to see him come so far, was all. “So, how’s the home life goin’?”

⚔ - Jake nods, offering no argument. Luke knew more about this sort of thing than he did, and if he knew someone he could reasonably trust with this pup, then he had no complaints.

They start to walk, the half-elf trusting Luke knew the way to go, glancing over at the other man when he asks his question.

“Going as well as it could be, I s’pose. The kid’s doing great, Meg’s doing great---everyone’s happy and healthy, and I couldn’t ask for anything more.” A soft smile twitches across his features, the thought of his family making his heart warm. But it leaves just as quickly as it had come, shifting back into a neutral look as he poses the same question to Luke. “What about yours?”

#pi:luke #luke:morning patrolling #treetopdynamite #((4))

yearning-yarn

Heaven on Earth is at Home | Meg♡Jake

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endlessmadrigal‌:

“What? Come on…” Margaret flustered at being called out directly, but she stuck her tongue out and then laughed. “Of course I got lonely!” It was hard not to become lonesome when she was so used to being accompanied by Jake, Orland, or the both of them. Even before they were married, Margaret and Jake were joined at the hip.

Seeing Orland cheer and laugh made Margaret’s heart melt, especially when she noticed the look on Jake’s face as Orland smiled up at him. It was a picturesque moment, a dream come true, and Margaret made sure to burn it into her memory. Creativity tingled in her brain as a song was coming to fruition within her mind, but she would save that work for another time. For now, she wanted to spend time with her family.

⚔ - Jake chuckles lowly at Orland’s reaction, and he has to admit---it was pretty cute. He adjusts the baby in his arms, making sure his hold was secure before turning to Meg. “Well, since Orland’s up now, how about we all go in the kitchen and have some dinner?”

He smirks. “I’m starving. And, well... y’know. More chances for quality family time.” The last part is said lowly, almost bashfully. Jake still was’t used to this whole ‘family’ thing.

#pi:margaret #margaret:heaven on earth is at home #endlessmadrigal #((3))

yomogidumpling

Seeking Sweets | Open

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yomogidumpling‌:

“Yes, I am.” Yuzuki was surprised to have been recognized, but as he took a closer look at the man before him, Yuzuki, too, recognized the other. “It’s nice to see you again, then. You work at… well, a couple of places, don’t you? The blacksmiths and the mining company, if I remember correctly.”

Yuzuki often worked with both businesses for his own job as a jeweler and designer of hairpieces. As he recalled the many times he’s gone into each establishment, he remembered seeing the man with the peculiar ears in both places. “My name is Yuzuki. And you are?”

⚔ - Jake nods. “Yeah. The guild and arena, too. I run ‘em both, in fact.”

The half-elf would have been surprised that this guy seemed to know more about him than just a passing recognition, but he supposed his look was striking enough to catch the eye.

“Jake.” He glances down the sidewalk, in the direction Yuzuki had been heading. Meg did always tell him to try and be more polite, more... conversational. “Sorry if I held ya up from anything.”

#pi:yuzuki #yuzuki:seeking sweets #yomogidumpling #((2))

bespectaclednerd

One Dad to Another || Jake & Russell

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“If you’re looking for something on parenting, there’s a much better section this way.” Russell didn’t mean to intrude upon the man’s time, but he had been staring rather intently at the shelves and Russell couldn’t help but say something. He knew that look, it was one he had often when Cecilia was small.

Oh, how time flew. He exchanged letters and sent care packages to his daughter, but it was rare that he got to see her.

“Are you searching for a book on parenting for yourself?”

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⚔ - Jake glances up at the sound of a new voice, not expecting to see the man practically right next to him. Well, maybe not that close, but close enough to make the half-elf uncomfortable. He was already awkward enough when it came to this parenting thing---he didn’t need strangers scrutinizing his choices.

And yet, he could feel something about this man. Something familiar.

“...Yeah. Preferably something on how to take care of babies.”

#pi:russell #russell:from one dad to another #bespectaclednerd #((1))

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treetopdynamite

Morning Patrolling | Open

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treetopdynamite‌:

“Hehe, aww, you gettin’ a soft spot for animals, man?” Luke chuckled and playfully nudged Jake with his elbow. The guy had been all bristles and spikes in terms of personality when Luke had first met him, but over the years Jake and Luke had warmed up to one another. It was nice to see how having a wife and a kid had softened up Jake, too.

“Alright, you grab the little guy. He seems to like you the most, and I’m afraid he might run off if we just try to get him to follow us.” Luke stood up and nodded his head in the direction of the animal sanctuary. He knew Agate would take good care of the pup, for sure. “I know the lady who runs the place we’re going to, so he’ll be in good hands.”

⚔ - “What? Shut up, it’s not that big a deal.” He says, embarrassed. Jake’s always had a sort of fondness for animals, anyway. Something that’s only been tempered through his own pet wolf, Hunter. He was like a son, almost.

But he puts the thought aside as he nods to Luke, carefully cradling the pup into his arms. He makes sure the little guy is settled before getting to his feet, brow quirking at Luke’s words. “Oh, yeah? Where we heading?”

#pi:luke #luke:morning patrolling #treetopdynamite #((4))

yearning-yarn

Heaven on Earth is at Home | Meg♡Jake

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endlessmadrigal‌:

Once Jake had gotten up, Margaret immediately missed his warmth. She pouted her lips as she sat on the couch by herself, disappointed that her time with her husband had been cut short. However, the disappointment didn’t last long. She couldn’t remain upset with her own child for wanting to see his father. Speaking of, Margaret grew curious about what Jake might be saying with Orland. So, she got up from the couch and tiptoed her way over to the baby’s room, long elven ears listening in.

‘How cute~’ Margaret thought to herself. It warmed her heart to hear the two of them bonding. Jake’s soft side always showed when he was alone with his family, away from the eyes of the public. After his experiences with humans, she hardly blamed him. Though, she did appreciate when he tried his best to remain civil. Margaret stepped into the room, leaning in the doorway. “Are you two coming to the couch? It’s much warmer in the living room~”

⚔ - Jake starts a bit (but only a bit), when he hears Margaret’s voice, and the half-elf briefly curses himself for not noticing her approach. His senses, like his personality, were definitely beginning to go soft. And he would have been more worried about that, if not for the warmth he felt seeing his family all gathered in one place.

He scoffs in amusement, “More like you were feelin’ lonely, and just wanted us all to yourself. But sure, we can move to the couch.” His expression softens, and he looks down at Orland. “Isn’t that right, bud? You wanna spend some more time with mom?”

For his part, Orland giggles and claps his hands together, in what Jake assumed was a resounding approval to that plan.

#pi:margaret #margaret:heaven on earth is at home #endlessmadrigal #((3))

New Father Struggles || Jake & Soseki

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⚔ - Jake waits at the front desk as the librarian processes his returned books, foot idly tapping against the ground as he waits for her to finish. He had been planning on checking out a few more today, if they had anything new in stock.

Reading wasn’t exactly the half-elf’s favorite thing to do (not because he was dumb, but because he got restless quickly), but if it meant being a better father to Orland, he was more than happy to do it. Well. Maybe not happy... but it was a necessary sacrifice, one he was willing to make.

Once the librarian lets him know everything is in order, Jake nods, turning to head into the library proper when---

“Whoa. ‘Scuse me.” He takes a step back before running into the taller man that had been approaching the desk, a vague sense of familiarity striking the half-elf when his eyes land on the man’s face. Did he know this guy from somewhere?

#pi:soseki #soseki:new father struggles #arigatosmiles #((2))

yomogidumpling

Seeking Sweets | Open

“Ah, work is done for the day…” With a soft and pleased sigh, Yuzuki admired his progress on the hairpiece he had been working on all day. The intricate and delicate work required plenty of focus and time, which Yuzuki was more than happy to dedicate. However, as the sun began to set, the tired man decided that it would be a fine idea to stop for the day and get something to eat, preferably some sweets despite the fact that dinner ought to come before dessert.

Yuzuki closed up the jewelers and put on his outerwear, donning his normal traditional wardrobe as he always did. He found it to be far more comfortable than any other style of clothing, considering he grew up wearing traditional clothes anyways. Regardless, Yuzuki headed away from the shop, prepared to find somewhere with delicious sweets to satisfy his hunger.

As he walked along the path and enjoyed the slight hustle and bustle of Leuda, Yuzuki lost himself to the atmosphere and accidentally bumped shoulders with someone.

“Ah, I apologize!” Yuzuki turned to the person and bowed slightly. “I wasn’t looking where I was going. Are you alright?”

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⚔ - Jake had barely registered the person who’d bumped into him. If it had been a few years back, he probably would have snapped at them. Told them to watch where they’re going, or some other rude comment. But now? It wasn’t worth it to get into some random fight on the street, not when he had a family to go home to.

“Huh? Yeah, yeah. I’m fine.” He glances at the person, brow quirking when he vaguely recognizes them. “Oh... hey, you’re the guy from the jewelers, right? I’ve stopped by to make some gem deliveries a few times.”

#pi:yuzuki #yuzuki:seeking sweets #yomogidumpling #((1))

Activity Check

Expenses

[No Expenses] Lives in a house.

Profits

[+1,500G] For being the owner of the Fenrir Battle Arena. (plus menu)

[+2,000G] For being the boss of Steel Edge Blacksmith’s.

[+1,500G] For working at Steel Edge Blacksmith’s.

[+2,500G] For being Guildmaster (owner) of the Leuda Explorer’s Guild (plus menu).

[+2,000G] For being boss of the Leuda Explorer’s Guild.

[+1,000G] For working at the Leuda Explorer’s Guild.

[+1,000G] For working at the Leuda Mining Company.

[ +11,500G ]

New Balance: 358,366G

#pi:activity #pi:money

crystalball-predictions

Spell Casting

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Instead of snapping back as she might have done at any other time, Alicia smirked. If he was going to be adamant on not moving out of her way, then she’d make do with what presented itself to her. She had already given him one warning moments ago, so what was to follow should have been expected.

“I think instead I’ll change my target.” Still wearing the smirk, she snapped and sparks of lightning buzzed at her fingertips.

⚔ - Jake had no idea what this lady’s deal was, or what it was she was trying to do, but he couldn’t bring himself to care. If she wanted to difficult, that was her problem, not his. He’d just been walking by.

Though he hadn’t taken too kindly to her attitude, and that might have played a role in his own stubbornness... but she was just some witch. He wasn’t afraid of her.

Not when even she summons lightning at her fingertips.

He raises a brow. Jake wasn’t one to start random street brawls (anymore), but... when he was being challenged? That was a different story. “Oh, yeah? You wanna fight?”

#pi:alicia #alicia:spell casting #crystalballpredictions #((4))

yearning-yarn

Heaven on Earth is at Home | Meg♡Jake

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endlessmadrigal‌:

“That’s right. A whole search party, organized by yours truly~” Margaret giggled and snuggled in even closer to Jake as he held her. Being in his arms always brought her such peace, and she could hardly even remember the times in past when she had to sleep alone. Just as the two of them began to lull into slumber thanks to their mutual comfort, Orland’s cries startled the both of them awake.

“Well, the little guy better get over it! I’ve got to get some loving too!” She huffed and pouted in playful stubbornness, but she quickly fell into giggles and released her hold on her husband. “You’d better go and say hello to him. I’m sure he missed you today, just like I have~” Margaret crawled off of Jake’s lap, much to her disappointment at the lack of warmth his absence caused, and curled up on the couch with the blanket.

⚔ - “Do I have’ta...?” He says with feigned disappointment, not nearly as off put by the interruption as he was making himself seem. It sucked, having to get up just when he was starting to get cozy, but Jake loved his son, and couldn’t wait to see him. Margaret gives him a look, and he chuckles, smile tugging at his lips as he stands. “Fine, fine...”

Jake heads to where Orland had been sleeping, the baby now crying and fussing and causing an outright ruckus in his crib. The half-elf shakes his head, still unused to the whole screaming thing, and gingerly picks the baby up, wincing when Orland’s screams near his ear.

“Ack! Watch it, those are sensitive...” Damn his elven hearing. Part of him wish that he’d inherited the human side of that... “Now, what’s all the fuss about? You wanted to see me?”

The half-elf scoffs, bouncing a now calmer Orland in his arms. “You’d be one of the few...” He pauses, and then, in a softer voice, he murmurs, “Hey there, kiddo... I missed ya today.”

#pi:margaret #margaret:heaven on earth is at home #endlessmadrigal #((3))

treetopdynamite

Morning Patrolling | Open

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treetopdynamite‌:

Luke watched warily as Jake exchanged the bag of money for a few scratches on the dog’s head. He let out a breath of relief that he didn’t know he was holding in when the trade was made and Jake had his money back in his hands.

“Well, I could totally take him to the vet clinic or the pet shop or something to see if they’d take the little guy in. It’d be messed up of me to just leave the poor thing out here, especially with the cold.” He leaned forward and grinned at the stray. “Whaddya say, huh? You wanna go get some food somewhere and get warm?”

⚔ - “Yeah...” He murmurs, eyes trained on the lonely little pup. There weren’t many things Jake had a weakness for, outside of his family, but things like this... animals and people left abandoned, alone and fending for themselves---it tugged at his heart. Hit a little too close to home.

Jake shakes his head. He was getting too damn soft.

Ah, well. That's what happened when he actually had things to care about, he supposed. Scoffing, Jake glances at Luke. “Sounds like a good plan. Lemme help... I wanna make sure this little runt is taken care of.”

#pi:luke #luke:morning patrolling #treetopdynamite #((2))

jake-out-the-humans

Rematch || Jake & Danny

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dannysdinghy‌:

“Sounds good to me.” Danny was a little tired of sailing, anyways. “So, as the arena owner, are you gonna insist we fight using typical tournament rules?” He asked, drawing his sword to accept the elf’s challenge. “Or are we gonna fight like big boys?”

Tournament rules were… Well, Danny didn’t know how to explain it. They were fair, but they did pose certain restrictions. Ones that didn’t come up in a real fight that often, and also… Ones that Danny didn’t really train with. Not that he thought he’d be much better off, being able to go all-out… But he was itching for a fight. A real one. Win or lose.

⚔ - He scoffs. “Who the hell do you think I am? We’re doing this the right way, obviously.”

Jake didn’t mind the tournament rules, but they could get pretty restrictive in what they allowed fighters to do. The half-elf ever felt like he could reach his full potential operating under them, which had been glaringly apparent in all the times he’s lost to someone far more inexperienced than him. But now, it was his game. His rules.

None of that useless fluff---they were going to see which of them was the better fighter.

The half-elf shifts his weight to one side, lips tugging into a slight, taunting grin. The thrill of a good fight... it’s been a while since he’s felt this sort of rush. “So, you going first? Might as well give you a head start.”

#pi:danny #danny:rematch #dannysdinghy #((1))