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ABOUT ME:
Who am I and what is my agenda?
My name's Neptuii
I make traditional and digital art and I also like to create playlists!
What is my art about?
I mainly draw my persona, my ocs or personas/ocs of my friends.
I like to draw in cartoonish and semi-realistic artstyle, although it changes every single time (artstyle consistency who?)
I do also draw characters from different fandoms/media I am fond of
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What fandoms I am in?
The list is quite long as I tend to get my hands on pretty much any art/game/show media that gets a hold of the internet but my brainworms have a special place in my heart for these specific ones:
- Undertale/Deltarune
-Gravity Falls
-Countryhumans (in 2025?? I know, shocker)
-MCSM (Yes, we still exist)
-Broken Colors
-Lego Ninjago (the show and the movie)
-LMK
-Eddsworld
-Epic: The Musical
-Hazbin Hotel/Helluva Boss
-TADC
-The Freak Circus
- Kingdom of Marionettes
-my own AUs that will never see the light of the day
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What I am okay with?
I'm okay with people asking me stuff as long as they are respectful towards me and other users, so please don't feel shy! I love having interractions with my followers :]
I'm also okay with people rebloging my posts/artwork as long as they leave credit information and are respectful about my work ^^
art requests (weather for characters from media or even own ocs) are also welcome BUT don't expect me to fulfill them- I rarely fulfill my own requests haha
art/fic/content related okay-es:
I'm okay with:
- ocxcanon (I draw that often)
-gore/horror
-nude art
-sexual implication content
-nsfw (although I do not draw that)
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What I am NOT okay with?
I am not okay with disrespectful/rude people- if you have a problem with anything that is shown on this blog then you are free to block and leave this space.
If you have any personal problem about the content I post and you feel you need to discuss it with me then hit me up with a private messege- just don't be a douchbag, please.
I am not okay with using my art/work without giving me any legitable credit- if you have any doubts or want to ask directly, feel free to messege me here on Tumblr :]
I will post some sexual-imposing art here so if you are a MINOR- please, do not interact.
art/fic/content related not-okays:
There are many things and tags out there that I probably wouldn't be fond of but I am especially NOT okay with:
-incest
-sexualizing minors/minor characters
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What are my other social media?
Aside from this very blog, I have:
Instagram: @/neptuii (although I rarely use it)
YT: @/neptuiiTune (Its new- I plan to post my playlists there- more info in the channel description)
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(I might edit this post as I probably forgot to mention something else lmao)
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MY KoM OC MASTER LIST!
Since a lot of folks have become interested in my ocs (which honestly didn't expect at all haha), I decided to create a sort of master list with all my posts regarding my Kingdom of Marionettes ocs.
"If you want spicy edition you gotta send me another ask lmao"
I'm holding Eelian hostage
Okay I've been trying to work on the designs for one of my new puppet ocs but they're being picky with their hairstyle so gonna focus on finally writing this one out lol
Be careful with Eelian. He doesn't like being caged or controlled. He gonna bite
@an0nymous-c I'm gonna steal your way of writing out kink list for a character from your Luci post because it's a good way of organising them for Ilian as well haha ^^'
WARNING: LONG POST! NSFW topics in writing!
When I first started thinking about Ilian's attitude toward sex, I came to one conclusion fairly quickly
Even though he's perfectly capable of using another person's feelings to get what he wants— whether that's gaining favors, useful information, or quietly nudging people into conflicts that benefit him— that kind of manipulation changes once the other person becomes someone he genuinely loves.
It doesn't disappear of course. If anything, it just becomes far more emotional than practical. His fears, insecurities, and desperate need not to lose the one person he trusts can twist the relationship in unhealthy ways.
But one thing I don't think he'd ever do is use sex itself as a tool of manipulation.
I think to Ilian making love would be something deeply personal.
Again: he's never been in a romantic relationship and therefore he's never shared a bed with anyone before.
Not because he couldn't have... I mean he'd need to make a special bond with someone to even feel attracted to them and he's never found such a person (or at least a person that reciprocated/stayed), but I think that also because he simply couldn't imagine trusting someone enough to let them see him like that.
There's something incredibly vulnerable about willingly placing your body in someone else's hands. About lowering every defense you've spent years building. Ilian wouldn't do that with a stranger, nor with someone he only liked. He'd have to trust them completely.
And we know trust doesn't come easily to him.
His body carries far more than porcelain cracks and old scars. It carries years of punishment, control, and humiliation. It's a reminder of the people who taught him that his body was never truly his— that it could be restrained, broken, or made into an example whenever someone more powerful decided it should.
Because of that, intimacy isn't just physical for him. It's emotional surrender.
Even if the moment itself is playful or rough, beneath it is something much quieter: the decision to let someone see him without the walls he's spent his entire life hiding behind.
That's why, if Ilian ever chooses to share a bed with someone, it's not just another step in the relationship. It's a point of no return..
He's allowing someone to see the parts of himself he's spent years convincing the world didn't exist. His fears. His vulnerability. His body. Him.
In a way, it's almost sacred.
Not because of the act itself, but because of what it means.
For perhaps the first time in his life, he's choosing to give someone a part of himself instead of having it taken from him.
And for someone who has spent so long believing the world would only ever be out to hurt him, to deprive him of what's his, to break him down, that's probably the greatest act of trust he could offer another person.
. . .
Okay but let us discuss about what he'd actually be into
Let's jump into it shall we
[Okay I tried to find my screenshot as I remember taking this one test about kinks as Ilian a while ago but can't find it and I'm not spending another 15-20 minutes doing that again]
Okay, first of all, despite whatever preferences or kinks he might discover later on, I actually think Ilian would be... surprisingly vanilla in the beginning. At least until the two of you have had time to explore those things together.
The first time would definitely lean more toward the quiet, intimate side. There wouldn't be any rush. He'd want to take everything in at his own pace, letting the moment unfold naturally rather than hurrying through it.
I think Ilian would naturally take the lead from the very beginning. He'd be the one quietly guiding the two of you, letting the moment unfold at a pace that feels comfortable to him.
If you're with him, you have to be willing to let yourself be led (at least at the begining. He just won't let himself be dominated like that). Not because he demands absolute obedience, but because this is one of the moments where he'd instinctively want to be the one setting the rhythm.
His attention would rarely leave you for long... every gesture measured and deliberate, his focus always returning to your face as he quietly reads your reactions. There'd be a calm confidence in the way he carries himself, making it easy to simply follow his lead and trust that he'll never rush a moment before you're both ready.
He'd never force the moment forward. He'd be incredibly observant of what is going with you. He'd be constantly reading your reactions, making sure you're comfortable, paying attention to every subtle expression and every little hesitation.
He wouldn't ask every five minutes if you're okay— that isn't really his style— but he'd notice if something felt off long before you had to say anything.
His movements would be slow and deliberate, almost careful. There'd be a lot of lingering eye contact, quiet pauses, and moments where he simply looks at you, as if trying to convince himself that this is real. I can imagine him taking his time simply being close to you, committing every little detail to memory. Not out of insecurity, but because moments like this are completely unfamiliar to him..
Despite naturally taking the more dominant role in this, there wouldn't be anything forceful about it. More than anything, he'd want you to willingly place your trust in him.
That's what matters most to him—that you're choosing to be there just as much as he's choosing to let you this close.
For someone who has spent so much of his life keeping people at arm's length, I think the first time would be less about passion and more about quietly learning what it feels like to let someone see him without any walls left between you.
𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐊𝐒: 𝐒𝐔𝐑𝐅𝐀𝐂𝐄 𝐋𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐋
FOREPLAY - Okay I know it's technically not a kink but it'd definitely be something that'd be important for him. He's not the type to just whip it out and do the do lol. Somehow I feel like he'd be so good at foreplay okay. He'd be the type to initiate foreplay far before the act. Flirting, teasing, subtle touches or gestures. Kissing would be something he'd definitely get good at. It can go from subtle, gentle kissing to a bit more intense make out.
PLEASURE DOM - Like I said, he's quite observant. He'd definitely use the memory of your first time to make a sort of mental map about all the spots that make you squirm beneath him. He's a fast learner. You'd be quick to realize that he's got to know your sweet spots far before you got to know his. He'll remember how you shivered from feeling his breath on your neck, how your stomach muscles tighten when he takes a hold of your hipbone, how your leg twitches when he touches you in certain way, how your cheeks flush red when he keep eye contact with you while exploring your body. He'd secretly relish in the fact that he knows how to tick you off in a good way. To have this advantage over you. He'll use it well, that's all I can say.
CUDDLING - I think it can be considered as a kink? Or at least part of the sex time. Like I've mentioned before, he's a cuddler, and that'd definitely reflect in the sex with him as well. He'll definitely keep you close to him during the act. Digging into you deeper as he keeps you flush against him, making you feel his skin against yours. His face would often be burried in the crook of your neck, in your chest, against your nape or shoulders if he's taking you from behind.
CUNNILINGUS (giving) - Remember his tongue? Yeah. It's at least 17cm long. Have fun with that. He's got quite the control over that thing. Also, don't know if anyone noticed but it got small bumps along its sides where it's wider. Like, two rows at least. Probably under too. So it'll be quite a sensation when it goes all the way in (if it can)... And it's a bit cold.
SENSATION PLAY [surface level: mild] (giving) - Rounding back to him being a pleasure dom. I feel like he'd really like making you shiver and squirm under his touch. Plus points if his partner is a human and has a really soft and squishy, warm body. He'd definitely kneed your skin, hold your hipbone, press his sharp thumb tip into its crook lightly, not to puncture but to leave a small indentation. He'd watch how his hand presses a print into your flesh and stays there for a few seconds. Dragging his finger tips gently along your skin to make you shiver and even feel a bit ticklish from the sensation. If your body temperatures differ, he'll use the advantage of that. His body is fairly cool like most of puppets'. If yours is warm/hot, he'll take pleasure in making you shiver from his cold touch to the warmest parts of your body. His cold breath reaching your warm neck or ear as he whispers to you. He'll chuckle at that, sending another wave of a cool breath down the surface of your skin. He'd love to see those goosebumps. He'll make trails of kisses with his cold lips along your neck, collarbone, breast, stomach, thighs... You'll find his touch everywhere. If you don't keep track of his doings you might get surprised with the sensation of him lightly biting down on your skin... But that's the surface level of that kink.
DIRTY TALK (giving) - I wouldn't say Ilian is much of a talker in moments like these (though it really depends on the partner and their preferences. He can talk more often if that gets them off lol), but every now and then he'd lean in just enough to murmur something under his breath— usually just to catch you off guard and enjoy your reaction. He has a habit of doing the same outside of those moments, too. You could be in the middle of a perfectly ordinary conversation with him when, without warning, another presence settles quietly behind you. Before you have a chance to react, a hand slips beneath your chin or comes to rest lightly against your neck, these familar clawed fingertips barely grazing your skin as a thumb idly feels the rhythm of your pulse. Then, in that familiar lazy rasp of his, he'd say something just loud enough for only you to hear.
"...I was wondering how long it'd take to distract you."
Yes, you've been talking to his mirage this whole time.
Some other lines he'd say during the act:
"There it is."
"Come here, good thing."
"You're making this far too entertaining."
"...You're awfully easy to fluster."
"Making you nervous, pup?"
"You know... your heartbeat gives you away every time."
"Still pretending you're unaffected?"
"...Should I stop?" a beat of silence from you "...Didn't think so." (when it's clearly playful for you two ofc)
"...You really do trust me, don't you?" (Said more as quiet amazement than arrogance)
"...You trust me that much..?"
"Stay with me."
Some of them might get a bit less teasing and more vulnerable when you're quite close to the edge.
These are the ones that him and you would explore later on and/or that seem a bit next level in terms of intimicy, preference, boundries, and trust level. There will also be more room for him power imbalance to lift a bit as he'll get more comfortable with you taking some kind of initiative/more active role, even if still staying on a submissive side.
BRAT TAMER - If his partner turned out to have a particularly mischievous streak, I think Ilian would catch onto it surprisingly quickly lol.
He wouldn't rise to every little challenge or playful provocation. Quite the opposite. The more they tried to get a reaction out of him, the calmer he'd become. Despite what you might think he's quite patient. He'd let them think they were getting somewhere, watching with that familiar lazy smile as they test his patience. More often than not, he'd simply raise an eyebrow, let out a quiet chuckle, or answer with some dry remark that somehow leaves them more flustered. He enjoys the back-and-forth. The little battle of wits. Someone bold enough to challenge him is far more interesting than someone who simply agrees with everything he says. As long as it's built on mutual trust, he'd happily indulge those moments, quietly reminding them every now and then that they're dealing with someone who's very difficult to throw off balance. To Ilian, it's less about "winning" and more about seeing how long they'll keep trying before they crack first. And if they do manage to surprise him? That only makes the game more interesting.
DEGRADATION KINK (giving) - another one that would be explored if the partner is into it. If you ever thought his regular threats or sarcastic remarks sound odly sexy to you, just wait until they make their way into the bedroom setting. I wouldn't say he'd straight up call you a "slut" but verbal degradation would be a big part of his play. Years of sharpening his tongue make it almost effortless for him. If his partner fumbles, hesitates, gets flustered, or tries to outsmart him only to trip over their own words, he'll always have some dry comment ready before they can recover. The difference is that, with someone he loves, there's no real malice behind it. It's teasing, not cruelty. His remarks are meant to leave them flustered or rolling their eyes, not genuinely hurt. More often than not, you can hear the amusement in his voice long before the corner of his mouth betrays him with the hint of a smile.
"You really thought that was going to work?"
"Adorable attempt. I almost believed you."
"You're making this far too easy."
"Careful. Your confidence's running ahead of your talent."
"I do admire your commitment... misguided as it is."
"You're lucky you're charming."
"Keep trying. This is entertaining."
"You're determined to embarrass yourself today, aren't you?"
"Hm? What was that? Speak up, sweet thing."
PRAISE KINK (giving) - Yes, he can praise people if he wants to. If he finds out you're into that, he'll adjust his dirty talk. Though most of the time you'll still find an edge of teasing tone to his words. He'd say these things just to make you feel more flustured. But I can find him saying it in a softer tone too. I think it would be scarce, but maybe that's what would make it so effective. He wouldn't shower you with compliments; more like acknowledge something in that dry, matter-o-fact tone of his, sometimes with a smirk tugging at his lips.
"Good."
"Very good."
"Look at you."
"You learn quickly."
"That's better."
"Well done."
"See? Wasn't so difficult."
"You're taking it well."
"Good thing."
SENSATION PLAY [second level] (giving) - first level was about pressure, tickling and temperature; this one is about something a bit more intense. Scratching, biting, and pain infliction. I think he'd come to love leaving red trailmarks along your skin. Imagine him trailing his left pointfinger down your side and when he gets to the more fatty part of the side of your thigh he puts a little bit more of pressure with his claw, leaving a red line on your skin. I'm not entirely sure how that works with puppets since they are porcelain... but soft? So depends. But if it was posssible with them too, he'd still want to do that (with partner's consent). He'd love to grab you by the hipbone and dig his claws into its crook hard enough to leave marks that last longer than few seconds. Seeing how his claws sink into your soft skin would definitely awaken something more primal inside him. Any kind of marking his touch leaves would be quite an attractive view for him lol.
In the first level I mentioned he'd gently bite onto your skin, catching it between his teeth for a second or two. Here he might put a bit more pressure into it, depending on the partner's pain tolerance. I can imagine that as he trails kisses down your torso or your leg he'd catch onto a fatter bit of your skin with his teeth. His favourite parts to bite onto or graze his teeth against would be neck (of course), collarbone, inner thighs, hipbone, and ears. Maybe hands too. He's got a bit of sharp teeth so know that if he bites down, the mark can last from few minutes to even a day after the act.
NIPPLE PLAY (giving) - Part of sensation play. From gentle touching, teasing and flicking to twisting, grazing with teeth, licking and biting on it gently... or harder, if you want. He'd do it while keeping eye contact with you, his stoic smokey brown eyes watching every reaction your pretty little face can't keep hidden from him.
BREATHPLAY (giving) - With his especially strong grip in his hand and his quite big attraction to your neck I think this one would come out naturally. Like I said, he goes for the neck (both in fight and bedroom setting lol) If the partner likes it, it'd definitely could become a part of your usual routine. It can go from gently keeping his hand on your neck or near it to pressing his thumb and pointfinger into the points of your neck that allow him to lower your bloodpressure which causes slight dizziness. If you're not afraid of a rougher play, he can definitely up the game. He's got good control over his grip and he'd be very careful not to break your neck by any chance (did I mention already that he can easily break human bones and even puppet shells? Yeah so now you know).
PINNING/MOVEMENT RESTRICTION (giving) - Also big one. Would definitely be the type to grab you by the wrists to pin you down. He'd have no problem with pinning both of your wrists with just his left hand. He'd keep your legs in place so you don't have any way of accidently kicking him or closing them when he doesn't want you to. Pinning you down by your neck so your face is buried in a pillow is also an option.
BL00D PLAY (giving) - This ties in with scratching and biting. Canonically, he's already tasted human blood, as well as the blood of his own kind. I wouldn't say he has a literal bloodlust, but the sight or taste of blood certainly wouldn't put him off. He's experienced enough with it that it barely registers as unusual. He wouldn't intentionally leave deep wounds. At most, he'd get a little carried away with his nails, leaving shallow scratches that happen to draw blood. If that happened, he wouldn't think twice about licking the blood away. To him, it's less about the blood itself and more of a natural extension of the moment— an instinctive, almost absent-minded gesture rather than something he actively seeks out. Though he might develop a minor liking for your blood.
Also period sex is okay with him as well. Blood doesn't disgust him.
GROUP SEX [kinda] (but with the use of his special mirage) - He isn't the type to share you with anyone else, and the thought doesn't appeal to him. His own mirages are the sole exception because, in his mind, they're still just him. They aren't separate people with separate desires but another extension of himself.
Outside the bedroom, he'd absolutely use them to tease you. A passing touch from behind that vanishes when you turn around... A whisper at your ear, only to find him standing across the room with an amused expression. A hand brushing your waist from one direction while he approaches from another, leaving you constantly second-guessing where he actually is. He enjoys watching your attention split between multiple versions of him, knowing you'll inevitably lose track of the original. During foreplay, that confusion becomes part of the anticipation. One version of him might guide your chin up while another circles behind you... and then fingers ghosting over your shoulders or tracing slow lines along your back. By the time you've figured out which one is real, he's already somewhere else, smiling at your reaction.
I've long been thinking about it, but I think that his special mirage would be the only one that would not dissapear if his original form would be spotted. It took years of training, but I think he'd be able to reach such mastery of his skill. That opens up all kinds of possibilities in sexual context hehe. He could have the mirage sit behind you while you're nestled between its legs, holding you securely against its chest. The embrace feels fuzzy yet steady, keeping you in place, while the real Ilian kneels in front of you with his full attention fixed on your face. Or the opposite: the real Ilian remains behind you, arms wrapped around your waist, while the mirage approaches from the front, making it nearly impossible to tell where your attention should settle. He'd like to see you surrender to him. Having this sense of control would definitely please him. And this also leads us to the potential of using...
BLINDFOLDS - Without your eyes searching for the real him, his fragile mirages can linger, surrounding you with quiet, convincing echoes of his presence. One murmurs something teasing near your ear while another laughs from somewhere across the room. A third quietly calls your name from behind you, only for the real Ilian to answer from the opposite direction. They overlap just enough to make you hesitate, leaving you wondering which voice belongs to the real one and which is only another illusion. He'd find your confusion endlessly endearing. Meanwhile, every genuine touch comes from only two sources: himself and the special mirage. Imagine: a hand settles against your waist, another brushes your cheek, your neck.. and with your vision gone, you're left trying to decide whether it's truly him or his copy. He'd probably lean in close, his voice warm with quiet amusement. "Guess." You might be blindfolded but you'd feel him smiling knowing you can't really tell. Eventually, you'd stop trying to solve the puzzle altogether. You can simply listen for his voice, lean into the hands that hold you, and let yourself be surrounded by echoes of him from every direction. That's the part he'd loves most: not that he fooled you (though that too lol), but that you trusted him enough to stop needing the answer.
FEAR PLAY - Okay I kind of want to add this in since I feel like he could indulge in his partner's attraction to his threatening persona. Normally we know he wouldn't but if the person he loves happens to find that darker, more dangerous image attractive rather than frightening, I think he'd quietly lean into it from time to time. That would only show up when he really trust you and you trust him. But know that what he shows you in bedroom is probably not even half of what he is actually capable of.
Here it wouldn't be really about big threats or yelling or anything like that. Imagine more of a hunter/prey kind of play. It could definitely bleed into the foreplay part.
He's incredibly good at controlling his presence. Sometimes he'll let you hear him coming. Other times he'll appear beside you so quietly that you don't notice until his voice breaks the silence. He has a habit of invading personal space without ever seeming rushed, watching the split second where surprise flashes across your face before it melts into recognition.
I don't think he'd want to genuinely scare you; he'd just find your reactions amusing. "…You really have no sense of self-preservation, do you?"
Just imagine a scene where he gets you somewhere he wanted you to be, maybe he lured you into some alley away from the prying eyes of the crowd, probably using his mirages to guide you. When your eyes try to find him in the dark you feel a hand grabbing you by the chin from behind to tilt it upward as he murmurs into your ear:
"...If I wanted to disappear with you..." A pause. "...Who'd stop me?"
POSSESSIVENESS - Again, not really controlling you fully or objectifing you, but I feel like some absent-minded gestures of slight possessiveness could slip in. I guess each part of what is above could be something that shows it.
The more he grows attached to you the more clingy he might seem during and after sex. Not much, but it'd still show. If you instinctively roll away to get more comfortable, he might simply close the distance while not really thinking about it, once again bringing you close to him. If you'd get up in the middle of the night for something you might find him awake by the time you get back, looking at you with his unreadable expression, eyes focused on you. "...Where'd you dissappear to?" he might question. Sadly, he might still have trust issues at some points.
So... this is the deepest level you can go with him where he'd actually let you dominate him.... sorta. At least he'd be more open about it. Also, some secret more sub-nature kinks he might develop when he finally lets himself to be on the recieving end.
HE'S A BRAT - If he's supposed to be a sub, he'll make sure to make it quite difficult for you. He won't give up his sense of control easily. Be up for bratty acts, mouthiness, backtalking, and instinctive fighting for control. If you're not careful, he will take that control back. Will also bite and scratch.
PRAISE KINK (recieving) - Normally, call him a good boy and he'll kill you. But if its true significant other, it might start getting to him in another way... praise starved ekhm But don't push your luck.
DEGRADATION KINK (recieving) - this one is a bit tricky. He hates being made fun of or controlled. That runs deep in his trauma. But if done well it could turn into something he might start secretly enjoying.
WRESTLING KINK? - like a competetive struggle for control. Again, giving it up wouldn't come easily to him, and he'd definitely challange your authority. Especially if you're a cocky type or a brat tamer yourself. [I don't know why but this reminds me of that one drawing of Medic and him anon made. Their type of foreplay jekdsjlkflkfd JOKING but yeah].
BONDAGE/MOVEMENT RESTRICTION (recieving) - Also another that would tiptoe along the line of facing his trauma and need for control. Also a bit tricky, would need a lot of trust to be explored.
usually dom (his preference), but actually is a switch.
his sex drive isn't that high. I'd say moderate. Sex isn't his priority in the relationship so if his significant other is asexual that's fine with him
sexuality: Pan-demisexual
all of the things I've mentioned would be done with consent. He wouldn't force these things upon his partner.
the exploration of these kinks will differ depending on the preferences of his partner. He can adjust and accomodate.
doesn't mind if his singificant other is bigger than him. He will find a way to dominate them probably.
aftercare: he's a quick learner. He'll learn how to take care of you. It won't be professional level aftercare but it will be good. Praises or words will be scarce, mostly silent action like cleaning you up, bringing water and food, helping you put on clothes and cuddling/watching over you while you sleep.
size: above average. Thinking between 15-16cm.
stamina: I think 3 rounds is his limit.
favourite positions: missionary (top) (but most of the time sititng on his knees having your legs spread a bit), the captain/V or one leg up/pretzel (top), doggy (top/bottom), spooning (top)
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Guess what
I repaired it.
Turns out I'm a dumb dumb. Luckily my bff is not as they are a graphic designer and politely explained to me that my stylus has removable pen tips that come within my graphic tablet setup. I didn't know that. I've been grinding down my tip for 5-6 years lol. The more you know I guess.
I wanted to do some doodle visuals to this post but I'm still low on energy so I might doodle them later and post them in a seperate post. This one is already too long anyway.
Anyway
Hope this satisfies
Can I see my eel son now I miss him is he still tiny
A doodle I made while on a call with someone that rhymes with fat can wink wonk !!! This is but one of the many stupidities that happened on the marionette kingdom island </3 but if you can look at Dukemir, he's not very happiful
Dont smite me for the quality btw as mentioned, I drew this while on a discord call using whiteboard and my mouse as my guide 🥀
Dukemir depressingly belongs to @havocdreams, Wheylan guillably belongs to @beelivableflop and Her majesty, Eva, belongs to @neptuii ✨💖
GUYS THIS IS REALLY SHORT BUT THE UPDATE WILL COME OUT TOMORROW I just need to sleep early since Ill be having lunch w family c:
I just find it so funny to think that Ilian be sleeping while others are socialising and stuff, as that's, in a way, very canon of him lmao
Also idk if that mii between Devil and Eva is Duchess but if I am correct I just found it so so cute
Just them hanging out
Aa I love these three together <3
CUTIEFUL SO CUTIEFUL because oh my gatos the POTENTIAL Of a Luci + Eva + Duchess Pairing I think this might just go well!!! WAHAWHAWH THE FUCKASS SMILING SUN WHAT IS THIS </3
like hear me out riddle me this riddle me this riddle me this cause the funniest idea of a Island au came up because I think it'd be so funny since Luci and Duchess are like the next door neighbors and Eva's the newly moved in gal on the block and suddenly these two become a daily part of her routine LIKE WHAT A PULL!!!!
LIKE UGH LOOK AT HOW FONDLY LUCI AND DUCHESS LOOKS AT HER </3 maybe this. Was our happy kom ending. This. is our kingdom of marrionettes 🔥🔥🔥🔥LHLHLH
then there's. Ilian.
WHY IS HE SLEEPING ON THE FLOOR? WHY IS HE BEDLESS? GIVE UR SON A BED FFS </3 WHAT IS THIS MINIMAL LIVING YOUVE FORCED ON HIM
JAYKAY JAYKAY I would never clown on my ex wife this badly trust guys Im somewhere in the blanket or something like that. Height differences yknow. MWAMWAMWAMMWA TYFUL SO MUCH NUII THIS WAS SUCH A CUTIE DOODLE IM VERY LATE TO RESPOND TO let me check,, JUN 20 </3
"I think it'd be so funny since Luci and Duchess are like the next door neighbors and Eva's the newly moved in gal on the block and suddenly these two become a daily part of her routine"
I want that
Can we have that
Can we make them happy please
I think these three would work so well together ToT
I like Eva and Luci and Eva and Duchess so why not mash it all together
NUII!!! Guess who I found sneaking to hang with Luci again SMH!!!
Listen Nuii, I love your daughter but she REALLY has to just ask me to see Luci instead, schedule hang outs yk? My house is already unsafe as it is with the kids I've got there!! Can you imagine what would happen if Medic found Eva first?? NOTHING GOOD🥀💔
SIGH!! I really expected better from your kid Nuii, it hurts me as much as it hurts her for me to scold her😔Sorry to say but I'm gonna have to temporarily ban her from my place, she needs to learn a lesson or two.
That brings up a better question, what were you doing while she was missing!!!! I ALSO expected better from you smh!!!
LHLHLHLHLH heard someone had a rough day and thus I come like a,, something!!! Something positive!!! THIS IS OBVIOUSLY A JOKE GIGGLES admittedly I've been wanting to do this joke for awhile so this gave me reason to doodle this quick and send it on to you!!
LORD knows I'd forgive Eva anyday I can never be angry at your darling girl 💞💞But I WILL ground Luci sadly. Can't encourage this kind of behavior.
Take it easy Nuiiful <3333 Eat, sleep, drink, maybe do a little jig here and there but most importantly rest ^O^!!!
Oh uhm- well... I was just,,, taking care of a little someone.... he seemed to feel a bit under the weather after my son told him off...
Here you go *gives Inqui back*
...But yeah! Uh, thanks for bringing her in! It would have been sooo bad if she stumbled upon Medic or Damsel at some point... really bad. Yeah. You're totally right on that one, so clumsy of me to not keep an eye on her...
Now she's all safe though... :]
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ekelklfmlgmkfl on a more serious note this made me smile and giggle, thank you <3 Luci and Eva look so adorable here ToT
face of guilt lmao She doesn't get chastised often as she's most often the composed, serious looking one so this would make her a bit flustured haha I often feel like with Luci she'd loose that composure and loosen up a little.. let herself be a bit childish again.. which might indeed get them in trouble if they aren't careful...
I just wanna give him a lil kiss on his forehead oh my gosh he looks so adorable here waaa
No need to be sorry king, not your fault </3
MY CHILDREN ARE KINDA HOMELESS AND AND I WANNA KNOW
LMAO
If it's Inqui I can totally give him a home <3 I'll lock Ilian in a box so he doesn't jump for a kill..
I did a spin wheel for what I should start with and it chose Ilian in a relationship 3 times so I guess we're going with this.
If you want spicy edition you gotta send me another ask lmao
Anyway, let's jump into this
𝗛𝗢𝗪 𝗪𝗢𝗨𝗟𝗗 𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗔𝗡 𝗕𝗘 𝗜𝗡 𝗔 𝗥𝗘𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗣❓ (𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝘂𝘁 WARNING: LONG POST)
So... this is probably the most complicated topic.
I've touched on it a little in previous posts, mostly about just how difficult it is for Ilian to genuinely fall for someone.
He's become incredibly cynical over the years and doesn't trust anyone easily anymore. Whether you're a puppet or a human doesn't really matter— he holds a certain resentment toward both. Because of that, it would take a long time for him to develop genuine feelings for someone. We're talking heavy slow burn here.
The easiest way to picture it is to imagine a wild animal that's spent years being beaten into obedience, punished, restrained and neglected. Eventually, it stops trusting the hand that's trying to feed it. It'll growl, keep its distance, try to outsmart you, and if you keep pushing after it's made its boundaries clear... it'll bite.
That's pretty much Ilian.
Getting close to him wouldn't be easy. It would take time before he even starts to genuinely like someone, let alone fall in love with them. Most of the progress would have to come from the other person's patience rather than grand gestures. They'd need to be honest about their intentions, genuinely kind, and above all... patient. Very patient.
At the same time, they can't become overbearing. Don't constantly chase after him, don't nag him, and definitely don't force your way into his life. He'll only grow suspicious. I imagine most meaningful interactions would actually be initiated by Ilian himself once his curiosity is piqued. That said, the other person can't disappear completely either. They should seek him out every now and then, just enough to show they're interested without making him feel like he's being followed.
Ironically, I think it'd actually be somewhat easier for the MC (a human) to get close to him than another puppet; not because he likes humans more, but because he's already interested in them for entirely different reasons. That curiosity naturally creates more opportunities for them to interact, which means feelings have more room to develop over time.
A puppet, on the other hand, would probably have a harder time getting through his walls. The upside is that, if a relationship did eventually happen, it'd be less likely to begin through manipulation.
That's the tricky part.
If someone falls for Ilian first— and falls hard— he's actually less likely to return those feelings. Best case scenario, he'll quietly ignore them. Worst case... if he finds them useful, there's a real chance he'll take advantage of their affection without them even realizing it. Nothing overly dramatic, but enough to get information out of them or unknowingly involve them in smaller parts of his plans.
Ironically, I think the safer outcome is actually Ilian falling first.
It's not impossible at all, but if it happens, the other person has to meet him halfway fairly quickly. His feelings aren't something he'd willingly sit with for long. If he starts believing they're one-sided or going nowhere, he'll bury them just as quickly as they appeared.
As for what kind of person he'd actually fall for... I don't think he has a physical type.
More than anything, he'd be drawn to someone who simply treats him like a person.
Not just a thief. Not just a criminal. Not someone to fix.
Someone who doesn't constantly tell him who he is, who he should become, or how he ought to live. Someone who can hear uncomfortable truths without immediately taking offense. Someone who can appreciate him rather than the image they've created of him.
At the same time, they can't be too passive.
If they're overly obedient or endlessly accommodating, Ilian can very easily end up holding all the power in the relationship; which isn't healthy for either of them. On the other hand, someone who's arrogant, controlling, or constantly throws their status around would lose him almost immediately.
It's a delicate balance.
He needs someone who can stand beside him as an equal. Someone confident enough to challenge him occasionally without trying to change him.
That being said... I do think he'd naturally gravitate a little more toward someone who's on the gentler, more submissive side rather than someone openly dominant. I'll probably talk about that more in another post, but I think part of it comes from his need to feel like he's has some control over the situation. After everything he's been through, that sense of security matters a lot to him.
As the relationship slowly develops, more of Ilian's genuine personality would begin to shine through the bitterness and sarcasm.
Those moments would be subtle. Easy to miss.
And whatever you do... don't point them out.
If you tell him he's being soft, caring, or vulnerable too often, he'll pull those walls straight back up. Being openly vulnerable is not easy for him. Just appreciate those moments for what they are and let him pretend they never happened.
Ironically, for someone who's exceptionally good at seeing through other people's lies and facades, Ilian hates having his own seen through. He's learned to deflect those observations over the years, but that doesn't mean they don't get under his skin.
The biggest mistake a partner could make would be turning themselves into another person trying to "fix" him.
Playfully teasing him is one thing. Disagreeing with him is perfectly fine alright--
But if someone constantly criticizes his morality, his worldview, or keeps trying to convince him he's wrong, they'll slowly undo everything they've built together.
More than anything, Ilian is looking for understanding.
That doesn't mean agreeing with everything he does, but it does mean making an effort to understand why he does it.
If he starts feeling judged instead of understood, he'll stop seeing that person as his equal.
And once that happens... it's surprisingly easy for them to find themselves back in the same place as everyone else.
Just another pawn.
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JEALOUSY/DISTRUST (?)
Another thing that'll determine whether you get closer to Ilian or end up pushing him away is how your relationship with everyone else compares to the one you have with him.
I mentioned it a little in my post about him and Astra, but although Ilian's jealousy meter is... admittedly quite high, I wouldn't really call him 100% possessive... eh at least when you don't make him fall for you hard enough ig. It's hard to explain. He doesn't mind you having friends or spending time with other people.
What he does mind is feeling like he's just another person in the crowd.
Deep down, he has this need to feel special to someone. To feel chosen. He's incredibly sensitive to the idea of being an afterthought or simply an addition to someone else's life. If he starts feeling like you're always choosing other people over him, or treating everyone with the same affection you show him, he'll quietly start questioning whether your feelings for him are actually genuine.
Especially if you're fully aware of how he feels about the theatre and the other puppets.
How he reacts really depends on how far the relationship has progressed.
If you've only just started getting close, his feelings might simply fade. He'll distance himself and eventually convince himself he was mistaken.
But if he's already fallen for you... that's where things get messier.
He's spent so much of his life losing the few things he cared about that, once he finally finds someone he genuinely loves, letting them go doesn't come naturally to him. That's where that possessive streak can start creeping in.
Not because he wants to control every aspect of your life...
But because he doesn't want to lose the one person who finally became important to him.
There are definitely certain people he'd react worse to than others.
Jestyn is probably the biggest example.
If Ilian noticed you growing particularly close to him—or worse, catching feelings for him—you'd be in serious trouble. Depending on how deeply he'd already fallen for you, it could either kill his feelings outright or, if hes already somewhat attached, twist them into something much uglier. Love turning into resentment or bitter hatred isn't out of the question for him.
So... let's put all those potential disasters aside and assume things actually work out.
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AFFECTION/PHYSICAL CONTACT
Let's say the two of you slowly end up in a relationship.
First of all...
Terrible idea. XD
I've mentioned it before, but traces of manipulation would probably always be there in one way or another. And, of course, there's still his obsession with revenge hanging over everything.
But putting those things aside for a moment...
I honestly think Ilian would become surprisingly affectionate once he truly falls in love.
The deeper his feelings grow, the more that bitter, sarcastic shell starts cracking and his softer side slowly begins to shine through.
If someone actually managed to reach the point where Ilian was completely, hopelessly in love with them, I think they'd be surprised by just how loving he could be.
After all, they'd be his first real love.
Before everything happened, he barely had any lasting relationships to begin with. Friendships were rare and usually short-lived. If he ever developed a crush on someone, it'd often disappear the moment he realized he wasn't particularly important to them.
So it's probably safe to say he's incredibly affection-starved.
He's gone so long without genuine closeness that he's almost stopped believing in it altogether. That's another reason why a slow burn is so important for him. If someone immediately started showering him with affection or confessed too early, he'd probably assume there's some kind of ulterior motive.
Real trust takes time.
And so does his affection.
It wouldn't appear overnight.
It'd show itself little by little as he slowly grows more comfortable with both you and the relationship.
The first affectionate things he'd do would probably still have that slightly teasing edge to them.
In public, you might occasionally catch him grabbing your chin just to steal your attention, leaning down to murmur some sarcastic remark into your ear, or deliberately invading your personal space just to watch you react.
But the genuinely vulnerable side of him?
That only comes out when it's just the two of you.
This might surprise some people, but I've always imagined Ilian actually being... really cuddly.
Only with someone he's completely fallen for, of course.
He's never really been afraid of initiating physical contact— as long as he's the one deciding when it happens. Early on, that contact is usually playful or slightly rough. A poke with one of his claws. Appearing behind you just to startle you. Grabbing your chin if you're getting a little too cocky for your own good.
But over time...
Those same gestures gradually become softer.
I can easily picture him quietly pulling you against him from behind and resting his face in the crook of your neck. I honestly think that'd become his favorite place to be. Half the time he wouldn't even say anything. He'd simply linger there, watching you while his breath brushes against your skin, quietly enjoying how flustered you get from the closeness.
...I think the more comfortable Ilian becomes with someone, the quieter he gets around them.
Not because he's shy. Because he finally feels like he doesn't have to fill every silence.
Sometimes he'd simply sit nearby and watch you go about your day.
And if you ever happened to look up and catch him smiling— really smiling— or noticed that softness in his usually tired, smoky eyes...
Treasure it.
He probably hasn't looked at anyone that way in a very, very long time.
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LAYING DOWN W/ HIM
Now, when it comes to sleeping together...
He doesn't sleep well. For many reasons.
I imagine that the first few times you'd stay the night with him, he probably wouldn't sleep much at all. Instead, he'd quietly watch over you while you slept. Not in a creepy way— more because his guard just... doesn't come down that easily.
I don't even think he'd let you cuddle him properly at first. Or, at the very least, it wouldn't be the kind of cuddling most people imagine. He'd let you rest your head against him or lean on his shoulder, maybe use him as support while he stays awake nearby. Anything that still lets him keep watch.
The more he grows to trust you, though, the more that changes.
If you ever simply went to bed together— not talking about anything intimate even, just lying down to sleep— and you let him settle however he felt comfortable, I think he'd naturally gravitate toward being the big spoon. Honestly, I can't picture him willingly being the little spoon... I mean maybe in some specific situation yes but. There's something about holding someone close that I think would make him feel safe. Safe enough to finally let his guard down.
And honestly... You'd have to be incredibly special for him to reach that point.
But once you do?
Oh my god, he's a hugger.
[yes it's based on that one ref sketch from Pinterest don't judge me I tried to find something better like irl photo for good 20 minutes--]
He'd quietly pull you against him until your back is resting flush against his chest, wrapping one (left) arm or even both arms around you before burying his face in the crook of your neck. He'd just love to do that lol
Half the time he wouldn't even say anything. He'd just stay there, listening to your breathing and enjoying the quiet.
At first, though, he'd still stay awake.
He'd wait until you were already drifting off before allowing himself to get that close, almost as if he didn't want you catching him being so openly affectionate. Then he'd lie there, watching you sleep, making sure everything was alright.
Most mornings, he'd probably be awake before you.
But after enough nights like that... I think, without even realizing it, he'd eventually fall asleep too.
And I don't think he'd ever admit it out loud, but it might genuinely be the first good night's sleep he's had in... he honestly couldn't remember how long.
[This part specifically reminds me of that one quote from pinterest. wait hold on gonna find it-]
This one. It's a bit corny but something about it screams Ilian to me.
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HONESTY OF THE THIEF
Something else I really like about Ilian as a partner (or just a friend tbh) is that, despite being harsh and incredibly sarcastic, there's almost always a grain of truth in what he's saying.
Yeah, sometimes it's brutal.
Sometimes it stings.
But it's rarely dishonest.
That's something I've always wanted to emphasize about his character. In a way, he was created to be a contrast to the image the theatre tries so hard to maintain. While everyone else is putting on a performance, Ilian is one of the few characters willing to look the MC in the eye and tell them that something isn't right.
He isn't afraid to point out the cracks.
He'll somewhat warn them that the theatre is hiding things. That Jestyn isn't telling them everything. That there's far more happening behind the curtains than anyone wants them to know.
Of course, he's not doing it out of pure selflessness. He has his own motives, and he'd absolutely use that growing trust to further his own plans whenever it benefits him.
But I also think that's part of why the MC might slowly begin trusting him despite his darker reputation.
Because, unlike almost everyone else around them, Ilian doesn't pretend like them.
He's manipulative, yes.
He's secretive.
But when he decides to tell you the truth...
He actually tells you the truth.
And I imagine that could become strangely comforting over time. Even if his honesty is blunt, even if it hurts to hear, there's something reassuring about knowing he isn't trying to dress reality up into something prettier than it is.
Though at times he'd still kind of push his perspective of the world onta ya. Despite everything, his worldview still has its own flaws.
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POSSESSIVENESS/JEALOUSY (I guess a part two? Or just me repeating stuff and adding onto it lol)
Okay, it's hard to write about him without touching upon his darker qualities, like his tendency toward possessiveness.
I've touched upon it here if you wanna read but basically he has some yandere-ish tendencies when he finds himself a special person.
Although I wouldn't say he's constantly jealous, his jealousy runs fairly deep. Once he truly falls in love with someone, his avoidant tendencies almost seem to flip into the opposite extreme. He wouldn't necessarily try to control you? , but he can become quite possessive.
If you've convinced him that he's your person, he'll quietly begin hoping he's just as important to you. He's never felt so accepted. So understood. So genuinely cared for. He's never had someone who looked past the title of "the Thief," who's seen him and simply... chose him. Once he finally experiences that, the thought of losing it becomes a worry.
Mostly because for him: he didn't have nobody. Now he has you. Only you. He wants you to feel like he's as special as you are to him.
From that point on, it's almost you two against the rest of this broken world. Again, very JD from Heathers The Musical kind of mindset.
Once he's fallen for someone, he doesn't want to share that place in their heart with everyone else. He doesn't expect you to stop talking to other people, but he does expect your relationship with him to be different. If he starts feeling like everyone gets the same affection, the same attention, or the same closeness that he does, he'll slowly start doubting whether he's actually special to you at all.
He isn't the type to throw a tantrum per se or accuse you on the spot. That'd be too vulnerable for him. If anything, he'd become quieter. More observant. He'll ask questions that don't really sound like questions, testing the waters before finally confronting you. More than anger, what you'll see is disappointment... and the quiet fear that he was foolish for believing this relationship would be any different.
I think it'd feel less like losing you... and more like watching you become one of them. That's what would scare him the most. He already expects the other puppets to smile, laugh and pretend everything is fine. But if you start doing the same— especially after knowing what happened to him— he'd begin wondering if you were ever really different. Or if he'd simply convinced himself you were because he wanted to believe in someone again.
Not too far into relationship -> he crosses you out and you go back to being another pawn or background character.
Almost half-way where he falls for you in some way -> resentment and might start hating you like the rest or worse if you're human. He'll feel betrayed. You'll have to convince him he can still trust you.
Very deep in the relationship -> might be more reluctant to let you go. He'll stalk you to try to get double confirmation on things and try to understand the situation before coming to conclusions and confronting you to ask you what is up with that. If you play it right you have a chance at mending this. But if you still delibretly start to avoid him or spend less time with him, this could just get uglier. You've got so far with him. You were supposed to be the one and now you're backing out? You might not realize how deep you are in this mess. You might want to reconsider your choices. Every one of them ends with bad consequences. He's the Villain after all. Its you two against the world and you have to choose very carefully on what side you want to be when the show finally goes down. Again, look up JD from Heather the Musical and tell me how you think it might go.
Not going to dwell too much on the fact that this relationship is, realistically speaking, built on some pretty unstable foundations... but getting involved with Ilian doesn't just mean loving him. It also means navigating his unresolved trauma, his anger issues, his obsession with revenge, and his fear of abandonment. If neither of you is careful, it's very easy for the relationship to slip into emotional manipulation or unhealthy codependency. Loving Ilian isn't impossible— but it definitely isn't easy...
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MORE AFFECTION FACTS:
Rounding back to the affection category bc I just wanna point out how he'd show his liking for you. I don't think Ilian wojld be the type to straight up say "I love you." ...actually no idea if he ever said those words outloud besides to his mother.
He'd show it in the ways that could be easy to overlook:
-He notices small things about you without ever mentioning that he's been paying attention. Your favorite fruit or snack suddenly appears on the table or desk in your room or even in your pocket after he leaves you be. A loose button on your coat has been sewn back on (yes he can sew!). Your knife has gone missing but then you find it in your pocket, sharpened.
-trinket bringer. Don't ask from where he got the stuff. Don't worry your pretty little head. Just enjoy this thief's gift.
- He's incredibly observant, so he'd notice changes in your mood before you say anything. In the first run of the relationship he might absolutely point at these changes. He might poke at them if he'd want to but he wouldnt prod like Jestyn. Its just be a mix of a sarcastic remark and a surprisingly accurate observation. But if you're really not in the mood, he'd notice that too. Rather than asking if something's wrong, he'd just stay nearby. Sometimes simply existing in the same room would be his way of saying, "I'm here."
- If someone speaks badly about you behind your back... they probably won't realize Ilian heard them until much later (him doing small revenges only happen when his heart is really yours as he usually tries not to bring too much attention to himself. Though at the same time he might use that information for manipulation.)
- stalking ekhm.. a bit at least. If hes not by your side theres a chance hes still lurking around. He'd do that to gather information about you, check on what you are doing outside of your interactions, understand you better, know who you know, what is your routine.. a mix of affection and manipulation here honestly.
I also think his affection would become very physical like I've mentioned but in like understated ways. Not grand kisses or big expressive embraces. Again, not really a PDA fan. But.. imagine more subtle gestures...
-A hand resting briefly against the small of your back as you pass each other...
-His fingers absentmindedly brushing yours when he hands you something...
-Leaving his hand on your shoulder or nape, tracing a line with his pointfinger claw or his thumb...
-He's someone who values personal space, so the fact that he willingly gives up his own around someone would mean a lot. He might sit closer than necessary, stand behind you while you work, or casually lean against your shoulder. He doesn't need to talk. He just wants to be near you.
-Him touching your face. And I mean in certain ways. I think this would be a big one because Ilian is someone who can be quite intimidating with his hands. His claws, his strong grip, the association with his punishment: just all of that gives his hands a certain weight. He doesnt let people touch his hands unless its him initiating it. So when he touches someone gently, it means something. He might brush a strand of hair away from your face... trace his thumb over your cheek... or lightly tilt your chin toward him when he wants your attention. The contrast between what his hands could do and what he chooses to do yadayada
- protective positioning. Its subtle but he would be a bit protective of his beloved. That'd mostly show when you two are very close and he starts feeling attached to you: his hand secretly finding your back while moving through a crowded place, guiding you away from someone he doesn't trust, stepping slightly in front of you when someone raises their voice, keeping you on the safer side of a path... This means a lot since he himself is very protective of his own wellbeing. So becoming your sort of protector is a big sign of him falling for you.
-resting his face/chin against you. Very vulnerable for him. Not even necessarily cuddling—just small moments where he lets himself lean on you. Standing behind you or even in front of you and briefly lowering his forehead against you when he's tired.
For someone like Ilian, that kind of weight is trusttt
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But anyway
Mm what else..
Ah yes, nicknames.
Nicknames for MC specifically: Little Majesty/Their Majesty, The Human, Crowling, Royal Prop, Little Crown, Lost thing, Good Majesty [ofc most of these are sarcastic]
Ones that might become more affectionate: Crowns, Bright Eyes (?) if the person is more of a sunshine or a dreamer at heart.
More neutral that could be used for anyone would be: Stray, Sweet/Pretty/Good thing, Darling
But I think most of his nicknames are personalised so it really depends on the other person and what he notices most about them. They'd also change based on how close you two get. Get more affectionate.
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I actually wanted to do more doodles but... I think I broke my stylus pen lol. I mean it's been a good tool for me for.... 5-6 years so not bad. I kind of scraped off the plastic part of its end til it reached the metal thingy inside.... I guess I'm too rough with my drawing haha
Actually I have no idea if I can even replace it. Would need to search online for a remedy. So I guess no digital art from me for a bit...
Also the person on the drawings is MC based on a random design I've made a while back. Mostly based off the proportions of KoM game MC. Hopefully I'll able to draw some other versions of MC or even just a puppet for such shipping doodles. But that after I find a solution to my pen problem ^^'
"Tis unusually high for someone of thine stature."
"We hath to remedy this."
When the local goody-two-shoes thinks you have a problem he can solve, and because of bullshit you pulled earlier, are unable to ditch him.
The long suffering Ilian belongs to @neptuii !
More thoughts down below :P
So! Musketio in Tomodachi Life developing a crush on Ilian made me think long and hard about their interactions. All just suggestions, I don't expect you to include any of this and just happy to share 💖💖
While I definitely think Ilian could fluster him and make him blush with a well placed line or two, Musketio would sense that anger and resentment under the surface sooner than later, and the interest would die pretty quickly after that.
Then I started thinking... what if the shift was him now thinking that he needed to help Ilian become a law abiding citizen.
Of course Ilian is going to have issues with that. He can't get anything done if this idiot is trailing after him, prattling about virtues and whatever. Perhaps eventually it really starts getting to him, so he starts setting up traps intended to stop Musketio. He can't keep tailing him if he's on bed rest with a broken leg or two~
Only... The Musketeer seems to have stupid luck at avoiding everything...
The idiot just keeps ducking down or sidestepping right before the trap sets off, and seems none the wiser! (Maybe even ending up putting Ilian in the line of fire of his own scheme :P)
It's Wiley Coyote and Roadrunner, but Roadrunner has no clue and is just happy to be here :3
"What ho, and helloooooooooo, Ilian! I hath returned for another kingdom adventure!"
I ARRIVE!
Angel so sorry for responding this late! Just wanted to find time to actually respond to this appropriately since there's a lot to point out here!
First of all, BEAUTIFUL ART! The badness meter is killing me XD Also Ilian's face, how he's staring at Tio lmao
Just look at him. He looks pissed djkfkglmklb
"While I definitely think Ilian could fluster him and make him blush with a well placed line or two, Musketio would sense that anger and resentment under the surface sooner than later, and the interest would die pretty quickly after that."
Good. Good job Musketio, don't fall for that guy. That bad boy attitude is not only an attitude.
I mentioned this lately but I also think that Ilian could sometimes make some comments or remarks that could make some of the puppets feel flustered. Either from embarrassment or because they'd think he's lowkey flirting or something akin to that. Most of the time it's not the case but I do think some of his action could look like they have a flirtatious undertone. For example that bit from one of my asks where Ilian tilt's MC's chin to make them look up, getting a bit too close. He's not afraid of initiating contact with the other person if he wanted to.
With Musketio I think Ilian would more often tease him than not. Since Ilian does roam around the corridors of the theatre from time to time on his own escapades I think these two would bump into each other from time to time when Musketio is doing his surveillance.
Though I do also think that after some interactions Ilian would find Musketio quite annoying and pesky. Especially if he'd try to lecture him on his behaviour. After all, Ilian doesn't abide nor believes in the "law" of the theatre. Musketio would be no authority to him.
That's why he'd most likely learn Musketio's routine to know how to avoid him if he just doesn't feel like dealing with his nagging.
"Then I started thinking... what if the shift was him now thinking that he needed to help Ilian become a law abiding citizen.
Of course Ilian is going to have issues with that. He can't get anything done if this idiot is trailing after him, prattling about virtues and whatever. Perhaps eventually it really starts getting to him, so he starts setting up traps intended to stop Musketio. He can't keep tailing him if he's on bed rest with a broken leg or two~"
That's whay I'm talking about. You're so right, he'd have A LOT of issues with that.
First, again, wouldn't like being lectured on what he can and cannot do. He doesn't like being controlled and certaintly wouldn't and doesn't like when some noisy wanna-be hero puppet starts to follow him everywhere, nagging him with his own made up virtues and trying to oh so kindly shove his morality code down his throat.
He doesn't like when people try to get into his business, and I imagine the way Musketio would do it would certainly leave him boiling with irritation and resentment towards him. I don't think Ilian would engage in passionate arguments about virtue. He'd be exhausted, sarcastic, and increasingly passive-agressive, treating the musketeer like an annoying bird that refuses to stop chirping.
"Do you come with an off switch?"
"Tell me. Is this a hobby of yours... or a court-mandated punishment?"
Or if Ilian is genuinely at the end of his patience:
"You keep talking to me as though you're waiting for me to become someone else.
Has it occured to you that you're the only one waiting?"
I also think that Ilian would eventually stop responding with elaborate sarcasm altogether. The more annoyed he becomes, the shorter his responds get.
"Ilian, listen—"
"No."
"But—"
"Still no."
"Would you at least consider—"
"I considered it. *a beat* ...It was dreadful."
Something like that.
I honestly think there'd come a point where Ilian would stop treating it as an annoyance and start treating it as a problem that needed solving. At first he'd simply ignore the musketeer, throw a few sarcastic remarks his way, or lose him by taking routes only he knew. If that stopped working, he'd start using his mirage ability to deliberately confuse him— sending copies in different directions just to waste his time.
But if the musketeer kept crossing the same boundary over and over again, I could absolutely see Ilian escalating like you've mentioned. Not because he wants to hurt him (I mean okay maybe he lowkey would after all the pestering done by Tio), but because, in his eyes, every warning has already been ignored.
At that point, he might indeed begin leaving behind traps or other deterrents. Ones that canot be linked to him directly and seem like unfortuante accidents. Nothing outright lethal, but enough that following him would become genuinely dangerous if the musketeer wasn't paying attention. To Ilian, it wouldn't be cruelty— it would simply be the consequence of someone refusing to take "leave me alone" for an answer.
"Only... The Musketeer seems to have stupid luck at avoiding everything...
The idiot just keeps ducking down or sidestepping right before the trap sets off, and seems none the wiser! (Maybe even ending up putting Ilian in the line of fire of his own scheme :P)
It's Wiley Coyote and Roadrunner, but Roadrunner has no clue and is just happy to be here :3"
FKLFLFBMKLB HAHA Okay that's so funny bc he'd definitely find this deeply irritating. Every time he'd think that what he did was surely enough to get him off his back the musketeer would somehow blunder through unscathed and its just so funny. Like, in his mind, his reactions would become progressively drier like: "You've got the be kidding me."
"What ho, and helloooooooooo, Ilian! I hath returned for another kingdom adventure!"
"...Unfortunately." He'd say that outloud to Tio too x'D
Okay but back to this image.
Although this is so funny to imagine I think it'd be unlikely that Ilian would let himself get caught by Tio. Especially get himself chained by his right hand.
Like, it's all fun and games but if Musketio really try to arrest Ilian he'd find it quite hard to do. Similiar to Vigil, Ilian is quite good at slipping away, especially from law's hands. Even Knighter has a hard time.
And if Musketio try to grab Ilian... especially by his right arm or god forbid wrist...
I unfortunately imagine it ending not so well for our dear Musketeer.
I think this would be one of the very few times where Ilian's composure slips almost instantly. The moment the musketeer reaches for his right hand— whether to restrain him, chain him, or simply stop him as they are walking— Ilian's reaction is immediate. Before the musketeer even has the chance to make contact, Ilian would catch his wrist with his left hand.
His grip is firm enough to stop him cold, then slowly it'd tighten. Not enough to break it... but enough that the threat is unmistakable.
I've said once or twice before but although Ilian might not be the strongest overall, his grip is.
Considering the strain the musketeer's joints are already under from constantly using his stretchy ability, it would probably hurt. A lot.
Ilian wouldn't raise his voice. If anything, it'd get quieter.
He'd hold the musketeer's gaze for a long, uncomfortable moment before speaking.
"...Don't."
Another squeeze.
"...Touch."
His fingers would tighten just a little more.
"...Me."
There's no anger in his expression anymore. Just an eerie stillness that makes it painfully clear he isn't bluffing. For a brief moment, the musketeer gets a glimpse of the side of Ilian that almost nobody sees— the one beneath the sarcasm and lazy smirks.
Only when the musketeer backs down— whether by apologizing or promising not to do it again— does Ilian finally loosen his grip.
He lets go without another word, as though nothing had happened, and simply walks away.
...
But to entertain that idea of Ilian somehow being caught like in the drawing I imagine he'd probably use his ability on Musketio once again.
Maybe Ilian would point towards the door behind Musketio to show him that Knighter is waiting out there. And he'd indeed see Knighter standing there with arms crossed watching silently before pointing at Musketio and then behind him with a thumb before moving out of the doorway as if to follow him. And maybe Musketio would, but when he finally catches up to Knighter he'd be nowhere to be found. As if he vanished into thin air.
When he'd come back he'd find Ilian missing as well, chaincuff left open.. and if he'd take a closer look he might find small smudges of what looks like blood....
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Aaaa I thank you greatly for this lovely fanart comic, Musketio looks so adorable and I apologise for my son's asshole behaviour, he's not really a social butterfly 😔
I hope my interpretation of this is as accurate as possible!
