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pyrrhic
(adjective) As one of the 100 most beautiful words in the English lexicon, pyrrhic possesses the most bittersweet connotation. Defined as a type of success marked by the sign of multiple heavy losses, a Pyrrhic victory weighs greater than any achievement due to the difficulties one endured. Although you have met your triumph, it is difficult to obtain a sense of accomplishment. ( via wordsnquotes )
soldiercn:
❝ I don’t smile. You’ll never get me to smile, so don’t waste your breath. ❞
❝ - If I send dozens upon dozens of floral arrangements to your home, would I at least get a twinkle in your eyes? ❞
inastris:
❝ The journey was not half as lovely as the destination, ❞ Mal says, silently memorizing exactly what it feels like to have one’s fondest dreams come true. ❝ Though I must say that is more the fault of the destination than the journey. ❞
There was a magic in the air, though Mal was sure she was the only one who felt it. It was all she could do not to buzz- thrilled by the mere presence of the Empress. She struggled to find something interesting to say, but her attention kept swaying back to the warmth of the Empress’s hands on hers. She would never forget this.
❝ I- We were quite exci- pleased to receive your invitation. I think that between the two of us, we can form quite the alliance. ❞
❝ - A flatterer! ❞ The words are followed by a warm laugh, Lotus’s smile never flickering. ❝ Not that I mind. I’m glad you held your destination in such high regard as to overlook the countryside. My Head of Corps tells me it’s lovely this time of year. ❞
Formalities were not her specialty, but warmth certainly was. Her natural charm certainly aids her, and Lotus cannot help but flash another toothy smile. The stumbling of Mal’s words doesn’t go unnoticed, and she withdraws one of her hands to cover a pleased giggle.
❝ - I’m so glad. I do believe we could work well together quite well.❞
necromantiia:
‘the world is filled with the unknown, tales of creatures being spread through story to generations, countries, and who knows what else. though, I wonder if people do actually believe in this unknown or simply enjoy it due to the stories.’ that came out a lot more deep than indicated, he tends to be like this sometimes. with a sigh, he knew he had to rephrase himself.
‘do you believe in anything that is apparently only myth?’
@leadrebirth | starter call
The question makes her eyebrows raise, her interested piqued. ❝ - My wife is the host of a god. Nowadays, I think I’d believe in a lot of myths. ❞ It’s spoken with an air of nonchalance, though the corners of her lips turn upwards in a small, polite smile.
❝ The world is full of so much we don’t know. I don’t think theres any shame in believing. ❞
The phrase “Vessel” shows up on here a lot, though I don’t think I’ve ever explained what it is.
A Vessel hosts one of the six major Deities of the High Pantheon, and they are chosen by the Deity often on superficial terms. These are typically appearance as well as at least semi-aligning morals and personalities. However, Vessels can choose to give up their status as Vessel and return to semi-normal lives, though they’re still renowned figures akin to celebrities after it’s taken away. The only Deity who hasn’t had more than one Vessel is Zafirzah (sun, life, justice and order, victory), who has only had one Vessel in the form of Kyla, Lotus’s wife.
Vessels give up their last name, and often have their appearances semi-altered by the Deity that hosts them for aesthetic purposes. Kahwehijah’s Vessels often have antlers, Narijmah’s Vessels often have silver hair, Marnosimah’s Vessels are always made into a form akin to mermaids, and Astrihnirah & Arnifirnah’s Vessels are always twins, who typically become winged. These features don’t leave once they are denounced for the status as Vessel, so it’s easy to spot a former or current Vessel.
“Sorry, it looks like you’re involved!”
❝ - Well, I don’t have much else to do. ❞ The corner of her lips twitch upward into an amused smile, youthful spark in heterochromatic hues. Adventure runs in her blood, though it often finds itself repressed for a studious exterior. ❝ May I ask what I'm involved in, or would the surprise make it all the better? ❞
Studio Ghibli Sentence Meme
“Now I have something I want to protect. It’s you.”
“I’m not afraid to die!”
“You cannot change fate. However, you can rise to meet it, if you so choose.”
“They say that the best blaze brightest when circumstances are at their worst.”
“Fear and anger only make it grow faster.”
“I think I can handle it.”
“Here’s another curse for you - may all your bacon burn.”
“Don’t worry! Stay right where you are, I’m coming to get you! You’re gonna be fine, I won’t let him hurt you.”
“I need something of yours. How ‘bout your eyes?”
“We gotta get out of here! We’re gonna get in trouble!”
“You, you sabotaged me! Look! Look at what you’ve done to my hair! Look!”
“No more killing. It has to stop!”
“You sound ghastly, like some 90-year-old woman.”
“Guys, don’t take that food! We’re gonna get in trouble!”
“Fight ‘em! C’mon!”
“Smile so we can make a good impression.”
“We each need to find our own inspiration. Sometimes it’s not easy”
“I finally get a bouquet and it’s a goodbye present. That’s depressing.”
“Life is suffering. It is hard. The world is cursed. But still, you find reasons to keep living.”
“Sorry, it looks like you’re involved.”
“Oh, my baby! Are you all right? Are you emotionally traumatized?”
“Now I’m trying to look inside myself and find out how I did it.”
“Leave before it gets dark.”
“Once you do something, you never forget. Even if you can’t remember.”
“Cut off a wolf’s head and it still has the power to bite.”
“It’s all so familiar yet I know I’ve never been here before. I feel so at home.”
“Now I’m trying to look inside myself and find out how I did it.”
“I suggest you surrender. There is no ship coming to rescue you.”
“I had no idea that my rage could drive me to kill.”
“These days, there are angry ghosts all around us - dead from wars, sickness, starvation - and nobody cares.”
“A heart’s a heavy burden.”
“Please! You must stop!”
“Well, well, well… hello kitty.” “You can’t be busy - you’re five!”
“So you say you’re under a curse? So what? So’s the whole damn world.”
“ I have really had enough of your incredible stupidity.”
“Lamebrain! They made an escape! Now step on it!”
“I didn’t want them to kill you.”
“It’s fun to move to a new place. It’s an adventure.”
“Welcome the rich man, he’s hard for you to miss. His butt keeps getting bigger, so there’s plenty there to kiss!”
“You shouldn’t be here! Get out!”
“He said Mom was ugly, now go get him!”
“Kill him and you’ll be famous.”
“I’ve seen him do this once before when a girl dumped him.”
“S/He’s alive. There goes that dream.”
“That was the night I died.”
“I’d rather be a pig than a fascist.”
“You don’t remember your name?”
“Don’t be afraid, I just want to help you.”
“Poor kids. I’ll really miss them.”
“I don’t fight for honor. I fight for a paycheck.”
“ No, No, No! Don’t do this! Help! Help! Crazy lady with the shovel!”
“She was once quite beautiful, so I decided to pursue her, then I realized she wasn’t, so then, as usual, I ran away.”
“You’re in love. Don’t deny it, you’ve been sighing all day”
“She never woke up again.”
“You blubber heads! I’m not runnin’ a luxury cruise! Now get to work!”
“Why does everything that’s good for you have to taste so bad?”
“Whatever you don’t want me to clean, better hide it now!”
“This is our little secret. You tell anyone and I’ll rip your mouth off.”
“I give up. I see no point in living if I can’t be beautiful.”
“If I lose my magic, that means I’ve lost absolutely everything.”
“ It’s… you’re scaring me. I have this weird feeling you’re going to leave. ”
“There’s a demon inside you.”
“Don’t get alarmed but I’m being followed. Act normal.”
“Don’t worry, I’ve got four-wheel drive.”
“This is what hatred looks like! This is what it does when it catches hold of you! It’s eating me alive, and very soon it will kill me!”
“Smooth. Very smooth. You definitely know how to make a good first impression.”
“Everyone fears their own mortality.”
“Play with me or I’ll break your arm!”
“I gotta get out of this place. Someday I’m getting on that train.”
“Wait give us a minute! This is clearly harassment.”
“Why do fireflies have to die so soon?”
“There you are, sweetheart. Sorry I’m late. I was looking everywhere for you.”
“When you’re going to kill a god, let someone else do your dirty work.”
“Why did you stop me from killing her?”
“When I saw you, I just wanted to find a way to protect you.”
“One thing you can always count on is that hearts change.”
“Tell me while you’re still alive!”
“This is a tomb for the both of us.”
“If nobody comes in, I’m gonna have to eat pancakes forever and be fat, fat, fat! And what am I supposed to do about that?”
“Even if you were a woman, you’d still be an idiot!”
“What do you say we give 'em a little demonstration of how fast we can run, huh?”
“HAM!”
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hc + lotus' mom
Aster, a former Vessel of Kahwehijah, gave up her immortality and status after falling in love with Hawk, Lotus’ father. Together they had three kids, Flint, Lotus, and Fern.
In truth, Lotus never really had the greatest relationship with either of her parents, though her relationship with Aster was significantly better. Aster was kind to Lotus, but they were still a bit distant as Lotus spent much of her time before her death in lessons for strategy and battle lessons. They had some moments where they’d simply sit in the gardens and drink tea and gossip, and they’re some of Lotus’s fondest memories.
basics
> NAME - Lotus > AGE - 24 > SPECIES - Avalenion Elf
bold what applies
drinker smoker done/does drugs knows what a broken heart feels like has committed a crime suffers a physical disability suffers a mental disorder has experienced severe trauma
details
> BIGGEST FEAR - Watching her Empire crumble > RECURRING NIGHTMARE - The events of her kidnapping, pre-kidnapping its various battles, though they’re altered so she’s in a helpless position > SOMETHING YOU MISS - Flint, her older brother > BIGGEST REGRET - Not having as many guards as she should've to prevent her kidnapping > A SECRET - She’s still wracked with guilt from Gingko sacrificing herself, even if it wasn’t fatal
pick one
fire or water ( she finds peace in water, fire can be weaponized ) mother or father ( her mother was kinder than her father ) to hurt or be hurt ( being hurt leaves her with a feeling of helplessness, which she abhors ) eerie or gory ( gore is something she’s seen before, the uncertainty of an eerie atmosphere upsets her ) unrequited love or no love ( she doesn’t believe love is necessary for her happiness )
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inastris:
@leadrebirth
It really shouldn’t be this hard to keep a straight face. She had been raised a diplomats daughter, after all, and had nearly married a prince. She knew well how to school her expression and her emotions, but something about meeting her childhood hero made hiding her glee a bit difficult to hide. She could only hope she didn’t make a complete fool of herself.
❝ Hello, Empress Lotus, ❞ Mal says, bowing to the woman before her. ❝ It’s a pleasure to meet you.❞
A pleased smile spreads across Lotus’s face, her hands clad in gauntlets remaning clasped gently in front of her. She upholds a graceful image, nodding in courtesy. In truth, formalities have never been her strongest suit, being raised as a soldier meant less etiquette lessons on her father’s request.
❝ - The pleasure is all mine. I’m delighted you were able to make it. ❞ Lotus reaches forward, placing one of Mal’s hands between both of her own. ❝ I hope your travels were well. ❞
Our love was a garden and you grew everything so tenderly that even the weeds were magnificent
Nicholas A Browne | Prose 26 (via insp0s)