Hello. I assume there is little need for introduction, but I am Midas. I've recently returned from a brief..."sabbatical", shall we call it, in the Underworld.
My daughter, Jules thought it would be a good idea to keep a blog. Not sure why. Something about venting feelings, connecting with other people not in my crew, etc. Not exactly things I find very high priority, but I suppose it can't kill me. I'd know better than anyone what can, after all. And perhaps it'll make keeping tabs on people of interest easier...
Feel free to reach out, if you wish. Message me, tag me, whatever the case may be. I'll do my best to be active here. Whatever it takes to make my daughter happy. However, I am a busy man. Apologies if I miss anything.
1. This blog is run by an adult. I am 27, my main is @snippydippy. I ask that minors please consider a different Midas.
I will use (()) to indicate when I'm speaking out of character in any posts!
2. I don't mind NSFW content myself, but may not answer questions or reblog content pertaining to sexually explicit topics to keep things relatively appropriate.
3. This blog may contain ship content, it may not. I have ships I like, they may not be the ones you do. While my version of Midas is cis, he's not straight (bi king). If this bothers you, I don't know what to tell you.
4. My DMs and asks will always be open! Please don't be shy, Midas won't bite. I'm down to RP in the reblogs with anyone! However, DM roleplays for other adults only, please. (Ask about our Fortnite Tumblrverse Discord server, exclusive to those running RP Blogs!)
5. This blog will always be skewed towards a more serious vibe. I take my characterization of Midas very seriously (more so than I probably should for a FN character lol). You won't find much in the way of him being a silly guy. Even if I find it funny, if I don't think a situation would be in character for my version of him, it won't happen.
That's it as far as my rules go aside from the obvious "don't be a dick" sentiments that I feel I shouldn't have to say. Thank you for reading them! Next are just a couple notes on my headcanons for Midas.
-Midas has some control over his Golden Touch. I think of the curse in a way that is similar to chronic pains. Some days, it is manageable, and he can touch whatever he'd like without issue. Some days, it is bad. He has to avoid people, can't eat, and struggles getting through mundane tasks without frustration.
I believe his curse may also be in part tied to his emotions. Any intense anger, sadness, or other strong feelings will make it harder to control the Touch, and it does cause him some amount of pain when it's out of control. (Doing mental gymnastics to explain why Fortnite itself isn't consistent with his power.)
-Jules means everything to Midas. He will do absolutely anything in his power to keep his daughter safe and to keep his relationship with her in good standing. He's wronged her in the past, and is doing all he can to make up for those actions and lost time.
-His time in the underworld changed him a bit. He's less cold to the people close to him. He allows more feeling than pure calculation into his thought processes, but a stranger may not be able to tell. Midas is a relatively closed off man. He does not wear his emotions on his sleeve, and doesn't often make friends without some kind of benefit to be had from the relationship. Be it power or connections. However, the friendships he does have mean a great deal to him. He is quick to provide aid in any way he can to those he cares about.
Another thing about his imprisonment in Hell: Time in the underworld was experienced differently. While we may have waited four years for Midas to return, for him it was much, much longer. Now that he is back, he is determined to never be put in chains ever again.
-This version of him obviously has not left the island after returning from the underworld, instead opting to stay as his curiosity for how things have changed has gotten the better of him. He wants to keep up with the power struggles, and find a way to insert himself back into them.
This blog is semi-independent! Some lore is shared with @perseus-ihatemydad-fortnite in that he helped Midas escape from the Underworld, and there have been extensive lore discussions and shared ideas with the muns for @valeria-fortnite and @kado-fortnite.
TIMELINE IS A WIP
This blog is old enough now with a long and involved story that I think probably merits a simple timeline for anyone new here. I'm working on it, promise.
Tags I'll use!
#Midas Answers -For asks answered in character
#Midas Posts -For interactions in character
#Gold Encounter -For interactions between other characters that are meant to be read as happening in-person/privately
#Journal Entries - For uh. For Journal Entries lol. These are, in a meta sense, private to him. They are for interactions that happen on the Discord server rather than Tumblr for reader convenience.
#Gold Reserves -In-character reblogs of art, aesthetic posts, etc.
#Shut your trap snippy -For posts like these that include me talking OOC (I know, long tag. It's just what I've been using on my main blog for years to tag my own garbage lol)
Thank you for getting all the way down here! I hope our interactions are fun!
If you live as long as we have, you come to find the greatest measure wealth our ilk is to have is the number of Archive of Our Own articles in your name.
Especially with gold prices fluctuating as much as they do...
Wade has mentioned the same thing to me before, has told me that I have quite a few. I still am not entirely sure what all of that means, but I will take your word for it.
Sorry about…the economy. I’m being as conscious of my impact on it as I can, promise.
girl help i’m starting over again for the 1000th time & i’m beginning to think that life is a never-ending cycle of starting over & i actually have to make peace with that in order to move forward
Lot's of ups and downs, busy, to be sure, but overall I am privileged to have the company I do. Can't say I could ask for better, though I'll keep trying to work towards as much for them.
[The Empress' gift arrived a little bit later in the day on Valentine's Day, the telltale droplets of water surrounding a small white box, which contained two small matcha tea cakes and an assortment of chocolates, all of the dark variety. The enclosed letter seemed to have been penned slightly more quickly than her previous correspondences.]
My dear friend Midas,
I confess that this day has not meant much to me, considering my status in my own culture. Exchanges of romantic gifts would not include an unwed sovereign, and friendship dear enough to warrant celebrating does not come easily to one who bears the crown. You know this well, my friend.
And yet this year I finally understand this holiday. Truthfully, it seems entirely too brief now that I understand it. It is my hope that you will share these cakes with your beloved Phoenix, and that you know only joy today. I celebrate you as a friend, for such a friendship is precious indeed.
As for myself, last year this day led to a long and arduous war that I have finally lost, and surrender has never felt so sweet. This year I will honor the victor, who deserves far more than these few hours can contain.
For you, my friend, I pray that you know a love as deep and unyielding as I have found, or more, and I pray that you do not fear it. I remember our conversation over dinner, and I hope you have found the stability you deserve.
Ever your friend,
Empress Mizuki
[Midas had just come into his office, a thick stack of papers under one arm and a strong coffee in the other hand. There was a lot of data to comb through, a lot of designs to tinker, and a lot of contingencies to consider. Having poured himself into work on his own plans, the Valentine's Day holiday had entirely slipped his mind. Seeing a couple of gifts on his desk reminded him. While it did make him smile to be thought of, a little bit of guilt nagged at him.
He didn't know if Valeria remembered the day of chocolates and cliche cards. If she did, she hadn't said anything. He didn't know if that made it better or worse. It wasn't as though they hadn't been spending time together. Practically all of their free time was spent with each other, and they stayed close while working on their respective tasks (although this made the King have to work a bit harder to keep his "project" a secret). Regardless, he owed Valeria a special dinner. One with these cakes as dessert.
He'd plan for that tonight, but for now, he exchanged his stack of paperwork for Mizuki's letter and sat to read it.
He smiled over it, glad to hear she had found someone with whom to share her affections and burdens with, especially after expressing a belief that she might never. Of course, he didn't think a women like her needed someone else, however...He thought the same of himself for a very long time. He'd come to learn that relationships were a necessity. Romantic or otherwise, shouldering the weight of one's life alone is not something that can be done forever. The Empress struck Midas as a solitary type, and with a life as long as she had, that would be an awfully heavy load.
True to his nosy nature, Midas couldn't help but wonder who it was she had connected with. He tried to imagine anyone he had met that he thought would meet the standards of an immortal royal with as many perceived hesitations around allowing vulnerability as he imagined Mizuki had. Short of himself, he was coming up blank, but he knew there were plenty in this reality he had not yet met. Perhaps it was someone knew to this island entirely. Truly an intriguing mystery. He'd love to know the answer.
Pulling some paper from a drawer and a pen from it's holder, he wrote a letter back to her. After it was done, he sealed it in a black envelope before going to his personal cellar. He selected a particular bottle of red wine, rare and aged such that it would not be found anywhere else. Tying the envelop to the bottle with a gold ribbon, he then brought it to the water to be carried by the currents to the Empress.]
Trusted friend Mizuki,
It warms me so that I continue to be on your mind when I have not exactly made my presence known as of late. While still keeping myself in the loop on island matters, I know I have been rather more reclusive than usual. Not to worry, this time has been spent with my family, and indeed my phoenix, whom I am certain will enjoy the cakes you have sent as much as I will. I thank you from the bottom of my heart, and apologize that this letter is likely reaching you a few days after Valentine's has passed. Along with coveted personal time, much of these days are spent on some work of mine. While a sense of stability has finally reached me, there is more to do to secure it. In my pursuit of this, the holiday escaped me, but trust that it's significance has not. As such, I also thank you for reminding me.
In speaking of it's significance, I am particularly joyed to read that you have found someone to share it with. I hope you and your partner may raise a glass of this wine to the victory you attribute to them, as I will toast to your happiness.
I am not ashamed to admit that I am deeply curious who it is that has won you over. Knowing who I am, I doubt this curiosity surprises you. Though, rest assured that I will not fall to old habits and try to figure it out for myself. Rather, I hope we can enjoy another meal soon. Perhaps one that includes an introduction, if you are open to such a thing. Of course, if this is a relationship you would prefer to keep close to your chest, I would understand. The nature of our lives gives enough reason not to question that decision. The fact that you have told me at all is as much an honor as your continued kindness and thought towards me.
With the deepest appreciation, well-wishes in the love you have found, and always your friend in turn,
Chalk it up to feeling just a bit antsy with the current "situation" looming over the island, but I'm curious; What are some of your New Year's resolutions?
Does helping more people than last year count as a resolution? It's the only thing I wish to do. Even if it's just the smallest things. If I can make someone's day a fraction better. That's enough for me.
Chalk it up to feeling just a bit antsy with the current "situation" looming over the island, but I'm curious; What are some of your New Year's resolutions?
That is a thought... I suppose the intent behind the respite I have planned would qualify; to rest and reflect, and to bring myself as close to whole again as possible.
Although I will add that I still owe you a dinner, my friend, and I intend to make good on that promise soon.
