saintlike

nothing can dim the light that shines from within! lana, fe4. golden deer student at toa. penned by nic.

[leagheas]

Is that...

No, it can't be...

"Lana?!"

Larcei pushes through the crowd of bustling students and orbital staff until she she can tap the shoulder of her dearest friend. She'd never forget her face, nor that head of hair like clouds in sunset, nor those hands that healed so many. When the blood greased the gears of the machine that struck back against an empire, healers made all the difference in maintaining steam.

She can't thank this girl enough, for the things she and her family have done for her.

"It is!" she quips, finally cocking her head round to meet the other's gaze, "Been a while, hasn't it?"

The raven-haired needs no introduction; the sound of her voice is doubtlessly enough. An Isaachian never forgets, and very rarely is their presence one that slips the mind. She's sure she would be recognized, and starlit words fly from her grin, "It's good to see you at the academy. Maybe this means I won't have to lick my wounds anymore!"

An old joke for an old friend. Larcei's grin stretches from ear to ear with its delivery, and her eyes squint shut to convey her excitement.

"Let's catch up after class, though; I'm sure there's a lot we both can talk about."

On her way to class, Lana hears a voice that sounds so sweetly familiar shout her name. She turns towards it, heart hopeful but before she's even managed a 180 degree turn there's a tap of her shoulder, swiftly followed by Larcei's starry eyes dancing with joy.

Lana lets out a breath she hadn't realised she was holding in and it quickly gives way to bright, cheerful laughter. It really had been a while, and who else but Larcei needed no introduction.

"Oh my, it really has been a long time! You're a sight for sore eyes," Lana smiles gently, letting her own brown eyes crinkle and crease with sheer glee. "It's good to see you, dear Larcei. I'm glad you're well."

Lana opens her arms wide, offering Larcei a warm and comforting embrace. They'd grown up so closely they may as well be sisters, despite Larcei's hair and eyes being the colour of the inky night sky. An uncharacteristic bark of laughter slips past her lips as she shakes her head fondly at her dearest friend,

"No more licking wounds, that's my job," Lana retorts, sticking her tongue out. A silly, childish joke but one that reminded both young women of home. "Promise we'll catch up after class? I'll bring tea and sweets, so don't stand me up." They separate, going their own ways when Lana turns on her heel to call after Larcei.

"It really is wonderful to see you here. It's nice to know I have such a precious friend here so far from home."

[leagheas]

dear to me

With the day free Lana found herself restless and lacking in purpose. The four walls of her bedroom felt like a cage. Isolating her from the outside world. It wouldn't do to spent her free time desolate and reclusive when the monastery was so full of life. Of all places in these grand and hallowed halls, she found herself drawn naturally to the infirmary. She had spent much of her use following her mother around with stacks of medicine and bandages, eager to learn all she could. Such knowledge had proved imperative during the war.

Upon arrival, Lana knocks lightly upon the heavy, oak doorway. Pushing through she begins speaking.

"Good afternoon. My name is Lana, I was hoping I cou--" it felt as though her heart had stopped, stuck in her throat as she stared open-mouthed at the infirmary master. A single world floods her mind, rolling off her tongue without permission. "Mother."

Her face burns. Edain's eyes, the same shade as her own do not light up in recognition. Furthermore, whilst Lana is certain that the face before her belongs to her beloved mother, she looks far younger than she can remember. Even in her childhood, Edain's visage had begun to crease gently at the corners of her eyes and lips. Not in a way that marred her beauty but enhanced it, told of a life lived and filled with love. This woman was definitely Lady Edain of Yngvi but she was not yet Lana's mother

"Oh dear, please forgive me!" Lana bends at the waist and bows her head. Prays no offence will be taken, although she's hopeful all will be forgiven. When she was much younger, one of the other children at Tirnanog's abbey had called Edain grandmother only to be rewarded with gentle laughter and ruffled hair. "I didn't mean to imply - sorry, you're clearly not old enough to have a child my age. You simply reminded me of my mother, who is also a beauty to behold. I promise I mean you no offence!"

@ulirblood

[nagaficat]

Familiarities

Deirdre often finds herself using her free time to volunteer in the monastery's infirmary. It feels good to keep her hands busy doing something productive and even better when that something involves helping others. She has always had a talent for healing and she is happy to put it to use. Besides, it gives her an excuse to meet other people enrolled in the academy she might otherwise not get to.

This particular morning is rather slow. It is something to be happy about. It is always a good thing when there are few in need of medical attention! But the quiet is rather dull and Deirdre finds herself restocking bandages to pass the time.

A set of footsteps joins her at the supply closet and Deirdre turns around to meet a face that is far too familiar. Something about this young woman's nose, her eyes, even the way she carries herself...she reminds Deirdre so much of her beloved Edain that she cannot help but stare.

"My apologies!" She laughs when she realizes she has been staring silently. "I do not mean to be rude. You just look so much like a dear friend of mine. Are you a volunteer here as well?"

@leagheas

[leagheas]

"There's no need for silly tricks, Jul--," Lana giggles as she turns her attention to her dear friend. Only she stops midsentence. Whilst the similarities are striking indeed, she clearly isn't speaking to her dear Julia right now. No, the woman before her lacks the same softness to her cheeks, her hair curls instead of falling straight like sliver waterfalls and whilst both share the same beautiful, mercury eyes there's a difference in their gazes. Julia's eyes are worldly and wise, meanwhile this ladies instead swim with cheerful innocence. "Ah, forgive me. I seem to have mistaken you for someone else."

A delicate flush of pink makes it's way to her cheeks but Lana finds she can't tear herself away from the woman's face either. Mother had told her many tales of the lovely Lady Deirdre. Whose daughter resembled her so much, at least at a glance.

"Sorry, I seem to be staring too. I'm here to volunteer too," Lana replies quietly, ticking off the inventory list as she examined the cupboards. Hesitation grips her throat, leaves her hand hovering above the clipboard. Perhaps she should leave things well alone but she feels compelled to ask further. "If I may... do you happen to know a young lady called Julia?"

[charmymemes]

𝐎𝐂 𝐄𝐌𝐎𝐉𝐈 𝐀𝐒𝐊𝐒!

feel free to tweak questions + all emojis r listed in text form bc i can't see some of them aAAaaAA! sorry if any of these questions are too similar i tried to avoid that but .. there's a lot lol! categorized by emoji type.

i wanted to make one because i could not find one on tumblr already that had a ton of questions. this was created by combining ones under the #oc ask game tag + my own contributions. hi charmymemes nation i'm back.

people

👁️ EYE - what colour are their eyes? do people notice their eyes? is there anything special about them (shows emotion easily, literally magical...)?

🤥 LYING - are they good liars? do they have tells to show they're lying?

👻 GHOST - do they believe in ghosts? what are their "ghostly experiences", if any?

💥 COLLISON - what emotions do they have trouble dealing with?

😭 CRYING - what makes them cry? do they cry easily?

👊 PUNCH - are they quick to violence?

💢 ANGER - what are some habits they have that will take some getting used to?

👪 FAMILY - what is their family like? what is your ocs relationship to them? does your oc have any siblings?

😨 FEARFUL - when scared, do they go into "flight" or "fight"?

💤 SLEEPING - do they fall asleep easily? what helps them sleep?

food & drinks

🥞 PANCAKE - what is their comfort breakfast?

🎂 BIRTHDAY CAKE - when is their birthday? do they like celebrating it?

🍩 DONUT - favourite sweet treat?

🍟 FRIES - do they order food often? or they prefer to cook their own food?

☕️ HOT BEVERAGE - do they prefer hot or cold drinks? what is their favourite drink?

🍓 STRAWBERRY - do they eat their fruit & veg? what is their favourite fruit or vegetable?

🍰 CAKE SLICE - favourite cake flavour? are they specific about types of cakes?

🍧 SHAVED ICE - do they still have any objects from their childhood? what significance does it have to them? what would their reaction be if they lost it?

plants & nature

💐 BOUQUET - create a bouqet for them! what do those flowers mean? are any of the flowers their particular favourite?

🌙 MOON - what is your oc's greatest wish? how far are they willing to go for it?

🌋 VOLCANO - how bad is their temper? is it a slow boil, or a instant explosion?

🌺 HIBISCUS - do they have any allergies?

🍁 MAPLE LEAF - what is their favourite season? why?

🍃 FALLING LEAF - do they enjoy being in nature? what is their favourite outdoor activity?

☀️ SUN - are they a morning person? what is the first thing they do in the morning?

🕷️ SPIDER - what is their biggest fear? do they have any irrational / mundane fears?

🌹 ROSE - do they like valentines day? have they been confessed to before? have they confessed to anyone before?

🙈 SEE-NO-EVIL - whats a side of your oc that they don't want to show other people?

🙊 SPEAK-NO-EVIL - what is something your oc will refuse to stay quiet about?

🙉 HEAR-NO-EVIL - what is the worse thing your oc could hear from someone?

🌱 SEEDLING - what is their most vivid memory from childhood?

🍀 CLOVER - do they believe in luck? are they lucky?

🌏 EARTH - will they give up the world for someone they love? is this decision easy for them?

🌌 MILKY WAY - what was the inspiration behind your oc? what was the first thing you decided about them?

activity

⚾ BASEBALL - can they play sports? what is their best position if they play a team sport? what's their strong suit (speed, power etc.)?

🏊 SWIMMING - can they swim? or are they afraid of water? how well do they swim? how do they feel about swimming in the ocean?

objects

📣 MEGAPHONE - how loud are they? what do they speak like? got a voice claim?

📖 OPEN BOOK - do they like reading? what's their favourite genre?

🪤 MOUSE TRAP - what will always lure them into certain danger? a loved one in danger? a promise of something they are always searching for?

📸 CAMERA - do they enjoy having their picture taken? what's their go-to pose? do they like taking photos? what do they take photos of?

🎭 MASKS - do they act differently around certain people? what's different between the way they act around friends, family, strangers, etc.?

✂️ SCISSORS - what is the "last straw" for them to cut someone out of their life? how easily do they let go of people?

💡 LIGHTBULB - is your oc a planner? do they write down every small detail or just wing it?

💎 DIAMOND - how rich are they? can they live the lifestyle they want to?

🎁 PRESENT - what types of presents would they be most happy to receive? are they good at gift giving?

🍼 BABY BOTTLE - what are their thoughts on children?

🔪 KNIFE - how do they react to injury / misfortune befalling their loved ones (significant other, family, friends)? do they put themselves at blame?

👑 CROWN - what does your oc want to be remembered as? why?

✏️ PENCIL - is there a particular quote / lyric that you associate with them?

🎵 MUSIC NOTE - what is their playlist like? their favourite artists? do you associate a particular song with them?

🎤 MICROPHONE - are they good at singing? what is their go-to karaoke song?

🎷 SAXOPHONE - do they play any instruments? are they any good at it?

📚 BOOKS - how were they at school? what is their best subject? what is their worst subject? do they have a favourite subject?

👖 JEANS - what is their go-to outfit?

🎨 PALETTE - can they draw? what do they like to draw?

🎡 FERRIS WHEEL - are they someone who wants to kiss at the top of the ferris wheel?

⏳ HOURGLASS - are they usually late or on-time?

🔫 PISTOL - do they trust people easily? how easily will they turn their back to someone? have they been backstabbed before? will they betray someone if given an ultimatum?

🎀 RIBBON - how would they fit into other worlds / aus? what aus would you like to try out? what fictional world would they fit / not fit into?

📎 PAPERCLIP - a random fact.

📦 PACKAGE - what are some "most likely to..." that can apply to them?

🖍️ CRAYON - what advice would you give to them?

⚙️ GEAR - what are your ocs thoughts on science & art? which do they give more importance to? how much value do they place on each?

🔧 WRENCH - are they good at fixing relationships? or do they tend to avoid doing so?

❇️ SPARKLE - what is their most prized possession? what do they value?

📏 RULER - is your oc well educated? where did they get their learning from?

transport

🚆 TRAIN - what is their answer to the trolley problem?

🚲 BICYCLE - can they ride a bike? what do they remember from learning to ride a bicycle?

weather

🌩️ LIGHTNING - are they scared of lightning?

💧 DROPLET - random angst headcanon

❄️ SNOWFLAKE - do people consider them cold? if so, what made them this way?

🌪️ TORNADO - what is the biggest change you've ever made to them? how have they changed from their original version?

🌈 RAINBOW - what advice would they give to their younger self?

🔥 FIRE - do they have any self destructive tendencies? what habits do they have that hinder them from becoming their best self?

☁️ CLOUD - a soft headcanon

🌟 GLOWING STAR - what do they think about when they look at the night sky? is there someone they want to star gaze with?

🌠 SHOOTING STAR - if they could make any wish with no repercussions, what wish would they make?

☄️ COMET - what do people assume about them? are they right?

hearts

💓 BEATING HEART - what gets their heart racing?

💘 HEART W/ ARROW - what traits do they look for in a relationship? do they believe in love at first sight?

💗 GROWING HEART - if they have a crush, is it noticable? what changes when they're in love?

❤️ RED HEART - their love language(s)?

💙 BLUE HEART - do they miss their s/o easily? how do they act when their s/o isn't around?

💚 GREEN HEART - what things make your oc feel comforted? hugs, kisses, food?

💖 SPARKLING HEART - are they a subtle or a showy lover?

💌 LOVE LETTER - do they like love letters? what kind of messages do they leave for their partner?

💔 BROKEN HEART - what could their partner do that would absolutely break their heart?

[leagheas]

WATERLOO

couldn't escape if i wanted to.

waterloooooooo

knowing my fate is to be with you