Mira

just a gal with so much ideas and not enough time or motivation | she/her | i ramble in the tags...

[aniisol]

you guys moved on I'm still in mourning over the fantasy smp. i sit at the graves of dragon martyn and knight ren. i cry for little fwhip. i watch mythical sausage very closely because heavens help us if we let him out of containment again. but i miss them

[miraluscinia]

(a bit of) SPOILERS BELOW

episode 7 just became one of my favorite episodes in the whole life series...

the fact that the wildcard is superpowers made me really happy! i dont know if the powers are random or if it's one of the craziest coincidences, but having some of the players have themed powers is really cool!

my brain now can't stop thinking about my hero AU. everytime i see ren transformed as someone, i just think of his power in my AU. same with bdubs and his time powers (although in my AU he's not that op). i just.... i really love superpower AU's and this episode's wildcard has fed me!

i really loved martyn's editing of this episode! so much action and the added ads and stuff made it all the more entertaining! i'm sad that martyn's out, since i really love watching his POV, but it's been fun!

[miraluscinia]

i saw people posting this so i got curious what mine was...

... that seems about right.... :))

honestly, this man's content is probably what's keeping me sane in college... his tendency to cause chaos is so fun to watch and i'm all for the shenanigans... i just love his energy and mischief and he has never failed to lift my mood, especially when i'm having a bad day... i can never catch his streams live cuz it's midnight for me, but the vods are always fun to watch and rewatch.

[miraluscinia]

yikes, how is it near the end of november already? i still havent made much progress with the next LIFE Team introduction since i've been busy and mostly distracted. I'm totally also NOT procrastinating NOPE! anyways...since i dont see me posting anything for the foreseeable future, have some notes i have for each of the LIFE Team before i get sucked in the pit called school again :) buckle up it's a long one...

Grian

Mind over matter, wings of steel,

The heart of a leader, the truth concealed.

Alias: The Architect

Power: Mind's Eye (Psychokinesis & Telepathy)

Status: Hero

Weapon/s: throwing daggers

Info:

leader of the L.I.F.E. Team

can shield allies' minds from mental attacks

the first official superhero to be known

was once part of the [REDACTED] but escaped

has wings but [REDACTED]

requires intense concentration to use telepathy for long periods

telepathy is difficult to use or is near ineffective against someone with strong mental defenses

the public doesn't know about his telepathy, and just think that his powers are his wings and psychokinesis

only the LIFE Team knows about his telepathy

Scar

A silver tongue, a voice that sways,

Peace before battle, in words he plays.

Alias: Vex

Power: Silver Tongue (ability to persuade/manipulate others' minds through voice)

Status: Vigilante

Weapon/s: sword disguised as a cane

Info:

powers are less effective against people who are aware of his abilities or can’t hear his voice

prefers to talk things out than fight

civilian name is Oscar “Scar” Goodwin

owner of the “Good Times Cafe”

Mumbo

Technology obeys, his will commands,

Where machines are present, his genius stands.

Alias: The Mechanic

Power: Technomancy (control, create & enhance machines/technology)

Status: Hero

Weapon/s: multi-function gauntlets

Info:

powers are useless with anything organic

can sense existing technology/machinery around him

the second official hero to be known, & Grian’s first partner

mostly stays in headquarters during missions to monitor things

can control multiple technology/machines at once, but requires intense concentration

Impulse

A snare unseen, a trap well laid,

Silent but deadly, in shadows he’s made.

Alias: Trapline

Power: Snare (create traps, either mechanical or energy-based, in immediate area)

Status: Vigilante

Weapon/s: batons & bo staff

Info:

more complex traps require more concentration to make

his bō staff and batons are made of metal that he can also trap, and are equipped with tasers

civilian name is Scott Maine

works as an automotive mechanic during the day

Pearl

Gravity bows to her lunar might,

A crescent blade, in scarlet night.

Alias: Scarlet Moon

Power: Lunar Pull (manipulate gravity of target person/object)

Status: Vigilante

Weapon/s: crescent-shaped sickles

Info:

she can use the moon's gravity to strengthen her powers at night

heavier objects are harder to lift with gravity

can use her powers to help her glide down, jump higher, or land heavier attacks

civilian name is Pearl Rivers

owns a small bookstore

Bdubs

Time bends where flowers bloom,

The clock ticks down to nature’s doom.

Alias: Timekeeper

Power: Chronoflora (manipulate time and plants in a localized area)

Status: Hero

Weapon/s: butterfly swords

Info:

he's not sure how exactly his powers work, just that it works more effectively as long as there is any kind of plant around

wears a poncho with sewn-in moss to allow his powers to work effectively

time powers is limited to small areas, and excessive use can drain him

the public only know that his powers is controlling time, but not that its effectivity is related to the amount of plants present around him

he can't really control plants, he can just speed up or slow down its decay/growth

Tango

Fire that burns, a heart ablaze,

Heat and flame, in fury’s daze.

Alias: Blaze

Power: Pyrokinesis (generate, manipulate & absorb fire and heat)

Status: Hero

Weapon/s: kusari-fundo

Info:

he is immune to fire and heat

powers are ineffective in wet or cold environments

overusing his powers can burn him out

can use his powers in bursts to fly temporarily

he can set his weapon on fire to deal more damage

Etho

Invisible steps, shadows in tow,

A silent strike, from darkness flow.

Alias: Phantom

Power: Spectre (turn invisible and create shadow clones)

Status: Vigilante

Weapon/s: kunai knives and shurikens

Info:

his shadow clones have limited movements and will disappear when touched

can make other people he touches directly, invisible

can only create around 5 clones, any more is harder

civilian name is Ethan Lowell

works as an IT Technician

Ren

Illusions dance, a show so grand,

Master of disguise, transform the land.

Alias: Maestro

Power: Theatrical Illusions (create illusions, change a person's appearance, & amplify voice)

Status: Hero

Weapon/s: rapier

Info:

making too much illusions or amplifying his voice for a long period of time can drain him

more complex illusions require more concentration

was formerly [REDACTED]

acts more of distraction/scout than actually fighting

his illusions are less effective if his target knows what to look for

he can change his voice to sound like someone else

Cleo

Strong as stone, yet swift to mend,

The walls stand firm, never to bend.

Alias: Fortress

Power: Survivalist (enhanced durability and self-regeneration)

Status: Hero

Weapon/s: battle axe

Info:

she can endure heavy damage, heal herself rapidly, and survive in hostile environments

her self-healing isn't effective on certain toxins or magic

she can't heal others

Martyn

Illusions twist, reality bends,

Truth and lies, in havoc descends.

Alias: Mirage

Power: Havoc (create realistic illusions & disrupt others' powers by confusing their minds)

Status: Vigilante

Weapon/s: bolas & twin daggers

Info:

is actually [REDACTED]

keeps his ability to disrupt powers a secret

used to be partners with Jimmy

his illusions focuses more on altering his target’s perception, making them either believe his illusions or be confused by what is real

his illusions work better on a small number of opponents (depending on the size of the illusion), any more would require intense concentration

he disrupts powers by confusing his target’s mind into losing control (he can either make the target lose control of specific aspects of the power, or the whole power in general)

civilian name is Martyn Wood

works as a radio host

Skizz

Blood and battle, strength reborn,

A healer’s hand, a warrior’s scorn.

Alias: Sanguine

Power: Dual Nature (heal others or gain enhanced strength and speed through bloodlust or battle intensity)

Status: Vigilante

Weapon/s: hand maces

Info:

can only do one part of his powers one at a time (can’t heal while going berserk, and vice versa)

healing ability still needs the wound/injury to be disinfected or set properly (broken bones still needs to be set before being healed, wounds needs to be disinfected before healing closes and mends it)

healing ability can only heal physical wounds and injuries, but can't heal or deal with pain, headaches, effects of blood loss, etc.

civilian name is Alex Skizzle

works as a store manager

Joel

Wolves that hunt, a leader’s call,

Strength in the pack, yet prone to fall.

Alias: Fenrir

Power: Pack Leader (create spectral wolves & gain enhanced speed and strength the more wolves are present)

Status: Vigilante

Weapon/s: pair of katars

Info:

was formerly a hero but left due to feeling constricted in what he can do

prefers to work alone

the more wolves are present, the more fragile and transparent they are (numerous wolves are only used for distraction or scouting, while fewer more solid looking wolves are used for attacks)

is married to Lizzie

civilian name is Joel Bran

works as an exterior designer

Scott

Stars align, energy pure,

A shield, a blade, a step so sure.

Alias: Starstrike

Power: Astral Wave (create energy blasts, shields, or constructs)

Status: Hero

Weapon/s: pair of chakrams

Info:

mostly acts as support, but can hold his own in a fight

has a habit of flirting with Martyn as their own way of banter (but they don't mean anything from it)

mostly sticks with Jimmy when the latter is out in the field with him

Jimmy

Songs of warning, visions unclear,

The first to fall when danger is near.

Alias: The Canary

Power: Precognition (see brief visions of the future, & telepathic communication)

Status: Hero

Weapon/s: sword & collapsible shield

Info:

visions are not always clear, and can sometimes distract him if focused on too much

was formerly a vigilante but became a hero to help out more

BigB

A rumble deep, the ground obeys,

The earth itself moves to his ways.

Alias: Quake

Power: Terrashifter (manipulate & travel through earth and stone)

Status: Hero

Weapon/s: warhammer

Info:

powers are useless in areas with no earth or stone

can sense movement through vibrations when concentrated on

Gem

In roots and leaves, life she finds,

Nature’s strength in her entwines.

Alias: Flora

Power: Nature's Gift (connect with, and control over plants)

Status: Hero

Weapon/s: glaive

Info:

powers are weak in barren environments and against fire

she can connect with plants to enhance her senses

she can’t heal herself nor others

powers are useless when there are no plants around

Lizzie

In darkness she dwells with deadly grace,

A hidden blade in shadow’s embrace.

Alias: Nightshade

Power: Shadowborn (manipulate, control & travel through shadows)

Status: Hero

Weapon/s: pair of kusarigamas

Info:

powers are useless in areas with no shadows

she can use her powers to melt into shadows and reappear in another shadow (the shadow size will have to fit her for this to be accomplished)

she can't turn invisible, she just covers herself with shadows

is married to Joel

Additional notes:

the redacted parts are actual info I plan to reveal in the story, but I think you can guess some of it already

only the vigilantes have civilian names for now... idk yet if I'll give the heroes one or not since I don't think it's gonna be important to the actual story... or if i will even include it...

also, i haven't fleshed out most of the characters yet, that's why most have fewer information

I tried to balance out each power so no one is too overpowered

I had a hard time differentiating and explaining Ren and Martyn's powers, so if you're still confused, feel free to ask

I might come back and add onto this if I think of more

[7thblackbird]

So Martyn mentioned in stream that he might get pretty negative reactions in the comments of his next Wild Life episode, and that he "got bored, started messing with people, went badly". Someone wanna bet what happened? I am guessing he might have eliminated someone while not on red himself? Seems like a typical Martyn move lol

(Also, obligatory reminder that if it makes it to the episode, everyone was fine with it, writing hateful comments bc of minecraft roleplay is a sad thing to waste time on etc etc)

[fence-time]

Wild life object show send post

[miraluscinia]

this is so adorable! i can't with their little faces 😭 ❤️

[pixiemage]

I don’t go on Twitter often, but I did catch this.

Please be kind. This series is meant to be fun. It’s insane to me that people would be cruel about which friends people choose to hang out with in a Minecraft series. It’s okay if people gravitate toward the same people. If it were you, you’d automatically hang out with your closest friends too. It’s absolutely bonkers that people are actually taking to the comment sections about it.

C’mon, we’re better than this. For goodness sake.

“It’s boring” oh my god, as if it isn’t always hilariously entertaining regardless of who hangs with who, I swear to god…

[smoozie]

Renchanting fans have been waiting, starving for years. And they've just been given a royal feast

[miraluscinia]

I aint spoiling anything for those people who haven't watched the new life series yet (but srsly, why are you here and not watching? Go and watch it!) But lemme just say...

OH HOW I'VE MISSED THE CHAOS!! MY STARVING SOUL HAS BEEN FED!!

[7thblackbird]

We are so used to no content this is a bit crazy ngl 🥺

[miraluscinia]

yknow, seeing all these announcements of a new season of life series, as well as rats smp 2 coming up made me realize that for the past year, i have been STARVING!! like, i have no idea how i managed to stay calm all this time... and now, i'm gonna be FED!! and not just with Life series, but Rats smp as well?! this is a whole BUFFET for me!!

[miraluscinia]

sorry for not being active... the next L.I.F.E. Team introduction is scar (vex), but I'm having trouble with his costume so it's taking longer than i thought... so have this for now...

i give to you a short glimpse of Grian's backstory to how he became The Architect.

A Hero's Beginning (part 1 of ??)

Grian didn't know how long he had been walking for, but he thinks it must've been hours now if his aching feet were any indication. If he’d have known that running away would've led to him becoming lost, tired and hungry then he would've planned this a little bit better.

Oh, who was he kidding? If he’d have stayed in that dreadful place any longer he never would've escaped in the first place. And who knows what else they were gonna do.

No. Running away when he did was the best decision he could've made.

At least I was able to pack some stuff. Grian thought to himself, adjusting the strap of the worn out cloth bag slung over his shoulder. He wasn't able to bring much— who knows what sort of tracker they put in his belongings— but hopefully a handful of cash and some spare clothing would help him survive until he can settle somewhere safe.

Grian doesn't really know where he’s going so he just began to follow the first road he comes across. Eventually, he comes across what appears to be a highway in an open plains. It wasn't a busy one, just a few cars every now and again, but following it would hopefully lead him to a town or a city.

Hopefully I can find someplace to rest. My feet are killing me! He grumbled in his mind.

Grian continued to follow the road, making sure he sticks a good distance away from the actual road unless he wants to get run over by a car. The thought of waving down one of the passing cars to ask for a ride has crossed Grian’s mind a couple of times, and every time, he shuts it down. No sane person would just give a random guy on the street a ride in their car.

The sun was high in the sky when Grian heard a car horn behind him. Looking back, he saw a car slow down parallel to him. Feeling wary, Grian kept his distance and got ready to run if needed, although he didn't think he’d get far with how much his feet and legs were aching.

The passenger window rolled down to reveal the concerned face of a pink haired woman. Beside her, a man with dark brown hair leaned over to look at Grian, brown eyes scanning him from head to toe.

“Hey, are you alright?” The woman asked, her voice light and kind.

Unsure of the two’s motives yet, Grian kept quiet. The woman continued, “We saw you and thought you might need some help.”

“Yeah, man, why’re you walking in the middle of nowhere?” The man asked.

Grian struggled to think of an excuse. Obviously he can't just tell them the truth— they could be spies sent by them for all he knew— but he couldn't think of a believable story, his tired body making it hard to think. Thinking about his aching limbs made him more aware of just how hungry and thirsty he really was. Great.

The woman seemed to notice Grian’s hesitance and quickly waved her hands. “Oh, you don't have to tell us if it bothers you,” she assured him. “We were on our way back to Nexus from a vacation when we saw you, and we’re wondering if we could give you a ride.”

Nexus.

Grian perked up at that. “Nexus?” He repeated, hope evident in his voice. “As in, Nexus City?”

“Yeah,” the man confirmed. “You headed there, too?”

Grian thought for a moment, his gaze flicking to the road ahead. He heard about Nexus City. The largest city this side of the continent, and a perfect place for someone like him to blend in and lay low. Hopefully, they won't have much of an influence there as well.

But…

Looking up at the couple before him, Grian could tell they were genuinely nice people. But one could never be too safe.

Grian felt the familiar hum at the back of his mind as he dived into the couple’s minds. He didn't dive too deeply into memories, just deep enough to get the information he wanted. It took all of two seconds to find out that these two were not associated in any way with them.

After confirming it, Grian looked back at the couple, who was patiently waiting for his response. Getting a ride to the city would save him time, and could also give him time to rest his feet. He just had to know one other thing…

“Are you sure giving a complete stranger a ride is safe?” Grian asked the couple. “I mean, I could be a bad person for all you know!”

“Are you?” The man asked, raising an eyebrow.

“No…?”

“Then you’re fine,” was all the man said before leaning back out of view. “Now, do you want a ride or not?”

The pink haired woman smacked the man’s shoulder. “Be nice, babe.”

Grian thought about it. He didn't find any evidence that these two were bad people, and getting a ride to Nexus City will be more beneficial for him. So without another thought, Grian nodded.

“Sure.”

The woman beamed. “Great! Hop on!” She called before turning on her seat to open the back door. Once Grian was inside, the man began driving again.

The ache in Grian’s legs and feet were more prominent now that he’s sitting down and he couldn't help but sigh in relief at the chance to rest. Looking ahead, Grian decided it wouldn't hurt to at least introduce himself to the nice couple.

“Thanks for the ride. I’m Grian, by the way.”

The pink haired woman looked back at him with a wide smile. “Nice to meet you, Grian!” She exclaimed before gesturing to herself and the man. “I’m Lizzie, and this is Joel.”

[10piecechickenmcnugget]

you know martyn is sitting there kicking his feet and giggling watching all of trafficblr run around in circles trying to figure out what that poem means

[miraluscinia]

do you think you could make a list of which hero is who? sorry it’s just confusing

Yknow, i was planning on revealing them one at a time, but there's 18 characters and i feel like it's gonna take me some time to even begin drawing the next person, so why not reveal it now?

Here's a list of who is who, as well as a bit of info (this is a long one so brace yourselves);

The Architect = Grian

- as already revealed, Grian's power is psychokinesis (which is closely related to, but is not telekinesis). The first part of his poem, "Mind over matter", reveals this but there's more to it than that. His wings are also thought to be part of his powers, but whether or not that's true will be revealed in the actual story i'll write. The character introduction hinted at some things, but I'm not gonna point them out until much later.

(Since I haven't properly introduced the rest of the cast yet, I'll avoid mentioning their powers or any other info. You guys will just have to either wait for their introductions, or take a wild guess. I'll just give you guys some behind the scene of each alias and poem)

Vex = Scar

- I honestly had a hard time coming up with the alias for Scar. Eventually, I settled for Vex because some fans headcanon Scar as a vex hybrid, also because the name means "to bring trouble" or "to annoy by petty provocations", which is close to what I plan for Scar in this AU. Also, his poem "A silver tongue, a voice that sways" not only gives a nod to how he usually swindles people in the life series but it also hints at what his power is.

The Mechanic = Mumbo

- I mean... i think it's kinda obvious the person whose poem says "Where machines are present, his genius stands" is gonna be Mumbo. I think i could've thought of a better alias for Mumbo, but I just couldn't at the time, and I guess this has already stuck so... yeah, Mechanic it is for Mumbo.

Trapline = Impulse

- I haven't really watched Impulse that much so I didn't really know what power to give him. But then I watched one of his build and seek videos and I learned that he's good at redstone, so I decided to make his power have something to do with machines as well. And since we already have Mumbo as the tech guy, I just decided to have Impulse be the trap guy. Hence his poem, "A snare unseen, a trap well laid". The alias Trapline just sounded cool to me.

Scarlet Moon = Pearl

- I mean... i think the alias already gives it away. Anyways, Pearl's alias and power was one of the ones that came easy to me. I wanted her whole theme to still be tied to the moon so... Scarlet Moon it is. As for her powers, the first line of her poem, "Gravity bows to her lunar might", kinda gives it away.

Timekeeper = Bdubs

- I don't know much about Bdubs as well, nor have I watched any of his POV (i found the life series through martyn so i mainly watch his pov), but i've seen fanfics and fanart alike of him having a clock and his moss cloak thingy, so i decided to base his power on that. So the first line of his poem, "Time bends where flowers bloom", gives a nod to that, as well as hint at his powers. Bdubs' powers is one of the things I'm very proud of. His character in this AU is also one of the more complex characters. As for his alias, the public only knows about one part of his powers so I thought, "what would people call someone with that power?", and I came up with Timekeeper.

Blaze = Tango

- I actually feel bad for giving Tango a very basic alias, but i really can't think of anything else. I only really got interested in Tango during Double Life, cuz him with Jimmy is really wholesome. I noticed that fanon is that Tango is a blaze hybrid so I just took that and ran. I also loved his reaction in Double Life to the ranch burning, so the last part of his poem, "Heat and flame, in fury's daze", gives a nod to that as well as his powers. Honestly, most of the characters' poems hint at both their powers and something that reminds me of them.

Phantom = Etho

- Honestly, i don't really remember my exact thought process on why I chose Etho's alias and power to be what they are. I think it was literally because his skin is a character from Naruto, and so i guess I just thought, "Naruto... ninja... invisible, yes, yes." And i said i won't mention the characters' powers but actually, the first line of Etho's poem, "Invisible steps, shadows in tow", already gave it away. And there's more to his powers than that anyways, so I guess it's fine.

Maestro = Ren

- Ren's alias gave me a hard time cuz I couldn't think of something that sounds dramatic enough. I ended up going with Maestro since the word means "a master usually in an art", and since Ren gives such a theater kid vibe, I went with it. Now, I had a bit of trouble with his power, mainly because it's similar to another character's, but I evntually found a way to differentiate the two so it's all good now. I just love Ren and Martyn's dynamic in 3rd Life, and in any interaction they have honestly. Ren's entire poem gives a nod to his dramatic theater kid vibe, but the line "Illusions dance, a show so grand" hints at what I plan for his whole character to be in the AU. And it also parallels the other character with similar powers to Ren.

Fortress = Cleo

- Cleo was one of the harder persons to think of a power and alias for. So i went and looked through videos and fanfics alike to see what i can pick up, and I noticed that in most fanfics I read, Cleo is often depicted as a strong and reliable person, and I can get that vibe in the videos I've seen of them. What really solidified my decision for her power, though, is that one moment in Double Life where she tells Martyn that they're both survivors, and that really stuck to me. As for the alias, the word fortress already gives the impression of strong and formidable, so I went with that. It felt like a weird alias the first few times, but it eventually grew on me, and now I kinda like it. The first line of their poem, "Strong as stone, yet swift to mend", also hints at another part of their power.

Mirage = Martyn

- I love his and Ren's theater kids vibe, and it's one of the reasons why I made their powers to be so similar. The reason for Martyn's power and alias is mostly because he's well known for always sneaking around without being seen most of the time, and being able to get away unseen as well. It's also that one line from Skizz during Secret Life that really cemented the power and alias. Skizz was complementing Martyn's ability to sneak around unnoticed and commented, "I'm honestly only 50% certain that you're standing in front of me." Also, aside from the powers, Ren and Martyn's poems are also very similar in the first part. Whereas Ren's is "Illusions dance", Martyn's first line, "Illusions twist, reality bends", not only hints at what differentiates his powers from Ren, but also references how Martyn likes to gaslight people, especially during Secret Life.

Sanguine = Skizz

- Skizz's alias and power are ones I'm most proud of. Every character's powers mostly have more than one part to it, and Skizz's is one i really like. One part of his power, I got inspiration from a fanfic I read in AO3 called "Wake the Dead" by Kiki_the_kiwi. The other part, i got inspiration from the way I noticed Skizz usually becomes in the life series (which martyn also pointed out during his interview in the Imp & Skizz Podcast). The first line of Skizz's poem, "Blood and battle, strength reborn", references this. As for his alias, it took me a long time to pick. I wanted something that suited his power and his character, and I eventually ended up on Sanguine. While it's not the most cool-sounding name, its meaning actually suits Skizz's character in this AU. Sanguine has two meanings, the first being "someone who is cheery" and the other being "blood" or "bloodthirsty", so... you can probably guess why I chose this alias for Skizz, and it also suits the way his power works.

Fenrir = Joel

- Actually, Joel was the hardest to think of a power for because his chaotic nature in the life series doesn't really leave me with a solid idea. Eventually, I just stuck to his 3rd Life vibe, which involves wolves. Hence the alias Fenrir, which is some sort of wolf Norse god, I'm not really sure, I didn’t research it that much (i also just really like the name). As for his powers, the same with every other character's powers in this AU, there's more to it than the surface level. The last part of his poem, "Strength in the pack, yet prone to fall", hints at this.

Starstrike = Scott

- For Scott, i mostly stuck to the most common winner symbol for him, which is stars. His powers isn't as complicated as the others, and the last part of his poem, "A shield, a blade, a step so sure", hints at what he can do with his powers. As for his alias, I guess it just sounded cool to me. I wanted something that relates to his star theme, but also gives the impression of someone not to be messed with, so I went with Starstrike.

The Canary = Jimmy

- Honestly, do I even have to explain? Lol! Jimmy's powers also got inspiration from the same fic I got for Skizz, which is "Wake the Dead" by Kiki_the_kiwi on AO3 (you should really check it out). And his poem, "The first to fall when danger is near", also references his Canary Curse.

Quake = BigB

- i honestly didn't know much about BigB as well, but from what I remember of him, mostly in 3rd and Secret Life, he was mostly mining/digging underground while stuff happens on the surface. His poem, "A rumble deep, the earth obeys", kinda also hints at this, as well as reminds me of his backrooms shtick in Secret Life.

Flora = Gem

- I kinda feel bad, but I honestly gave up with Gem, since I know less about her than others members since she's still a bit new to the life series, and I didn't really watch any of her stuff before. But the vibe I got from her is that she's sweet, but also kinda dangerous. So i thought, the alias Flora sounds sweet, but since it refers to plants and the like, it could also mean danger since there are dangerous plants. Her powers, though, isn't what you would initially think. Like I said, there's more to the characters' powers than what is on the surface level. And Gem's poem, "Nature's strength in her entwines", not only hints at another part of her powers, but also references where I got the inspiration for her powers, which is a certain character from the anime/manga called "Bungou Stray Dogs".

Nightshade = Lizzie

- Lizzie's power was one of the easiest to think of, but of course, there's more to her powers. The name Nightshade is something I really like, and with it being a beautiful plant usually associated with darkness and mystery, I thought that it suits Lizzie well, especially in the AU. Her poem, "In darkness she dwells with deadly grace", further insinuates this.

Aaaand, that's all of them! Sorry for the long post, but I also wanted to share my thought process in picking the alias for each character. And while I don't want to reveal too much of their powers until they get properly introduced, i figured it's fine to touch on the behind the scenes of it for a bit.

What do you guys think? Also, for the anon who asked, I hope this clears things up! :)

[miraluscinia]

LIFE Team Introduction #1

INTRODUCING...

Grian as The Architect

Status: Hero

Power: Mind's Eye

Mind over matter, wings of steel,

The heart of a leader, the truth concealed.

The Architect is the first ever hero to emerge in Nexus City. No one knows where he came from, and no one really cares, as long as Architect continues to protect the city and its citizens from danger. He is one of the founders and the leader of the well known LIFE Team.

The Architect is an excellent fighter, and an even greater strategist. His power allows him to move objects with his mind, and to use those objects to construct what he needs. And with his ability to fly thanks to his wings, he can control the battlefield and build what is necessary to ensure the LIFE Team's success. Many have speculated that he might have some sort of telepathic ability, but there is no evidence to back this up. And if he isn’t using his powers to build, he's using it to move his throwing daggers across the battlefield. His pinpoint accuracy can be enough to take down any enemy.

He is also an excellent leader to the LIFE Team, as his teammates respects him and one look is all it takes for them to know what his next strategy is. The Architect's strategies have always brought the Team to victory. He has been a beacon of hope for the citizens of Nexus City from the very beginning, and now with the rest of the LIFE Team, many can look forward to a safer future.

But every hero has his origin, and the Architect's may not be what most would imagine.

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incoming proper character reveal! who could it be? 👀

[miraluscinia]

In a world teetering on the edge of chaos, a team of extraordinary individuals has emerged from the shadows to protect their beloved Nexus City. Each with their own unique abilities, they form an alliance known as the L.I.F.E. Team — a group of heroes and vigilantes that stand against threats both seen and unseen. Come meet the legendary figures that shape the future of this world:

"Mind over matter, wings of steel,

The heart of a leader, the truth concealed."

The Architect

A mind beyond comprehension, shaping the world with thoughts alone. His vision for the future is unmatched, and with him, the impossible becomes reality.

"A silver tongue, a voice that sways,

Peace before battle, in words he plays."

Vex

With a silver tongue and a charm that cannot be resisted, he’s a master of persuasion, leading the unwary wherever he wishes without lifting a finger.

"Technology obeys, his will commands,

Where machines are present, his genius stands."

The Mechanic

A genius who sees the world in circuits and machines, turning the ordinary into the extraordinary, his creations are as limitless as his mind.

"A snare unseen, a trap well laid,

Silent but deadly, in shadows he's made."

Trapline

A patient hunter who lays traps unseen, controlling the battlefield with deadly precision. His enemies are caught before they even realize they’ve stepped into his web.

"Gravity bows to her lunar might,

A crescent blade, in scarlet night."

Scarlet Moon

A force as elusive as the night sky, she pulls the world into her orbit, bending the unseen forces that surround her to her will.

"Time bends where flowers bloom,

The clock ticks down to nature's doom."

Timekeeper

Time is his domain, bending at his command, flowing like the petals of a flower in bloom. With him, moments are as fluid as nature itself.

"Fire that burns, a heart ablaze,

Heat and flame, in fury's daze."

Blaze

A walking inferno, he ignites everything in his path, channeling a fierce inner fire that consumes all in its wake.

"Invisible steps, shadows in tow,

A silent strike, from darkness flow."

Phantom

A ghost in the night, unseen and untouchable, he drifts between the visible and invisible, always just out of reach.

"Illusions dance, a show so grand,

Master of disguise, transform the land."

Maestro

Reality bends to his performance, a showman whose illusions blur the line between fantasy and truth. With each act, he changes the very stage of life itself.

"Strong as stone, yet swift to mend,

The walls stand firm, never to bend."

Fortress

A pillar of unyielding strength, she stands unbroken, taking on the weight of the world without faltering.

"Illusions twist, reality bends,

Truth and lies, in havoc descends."

Mirage

A master of deception, nothing is ever as it seems in his presence. He weaves false realities, leaving his enemies questioning what’s real.

"Blood and battle, strength reborn,

A healer's hand, a warrior's scorn."

Sanguine

A warrior fueled by the heat of battle, growing stronger as the fight intensifies. His power feeds on chaos, pushing him to even greater heights.

"Wolves that hunt, a leader's call,

Strength in the pack, yet prone to fall."

Fenrir

Once a beacon of hope, now a lone wolf, he leads a pack that gives him strength, each step he takes followed by the howls of the wild at his command.

"Stars align, energy pure,

A shield, a blade, a step so sure."

Starstrike

A protector bathed in the light of the stars, his presence radiates an otherworldly power, guarding the world from the darkness that looms.

"Songs of warning, visions unclear,

The first to fall when danger is near."

The Canary

A harbinger of things yet to come, his instincts lead him through danger before it even arrives, always one step ahead of fate.

"A rumble deep, the ground obeys,

The earth itself moves to his ways."

Quake

The ground trembles beneath him, his bond with the earth unshakable. He moves like a force of nature, unrelenting and unstoppable.

"In roots and leaves, life she finds,

Nature's strength, in her entwines."

Flora

Life flourishes wherever she goes, her touch breathing growth and renewal into the world, as if nature itself responds to her call.

"In darkness she dwells with deadly grace,

A hidden blade in shadow's embrace."

Nightshade

A figure of the shadows, slipping through the cracks of reality unnoticed. Where she goes, the darkness follows, but by the time you see her, it’s already too late.

And that's it for the alias reveal! Sorry for the delay, exams melted by brain. Anywyas... feel free to ask me questions about this AU... i'm working on some art for this so stay tuned for that... <3