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Brynjolf

A New Partner

At Long Last

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[misshorrorotaku-deactivated2024]

Just finished The Forgotten City.

Let me start this by saying I fucking love the Skyrim mod this game was based off. It’s a phenominal mod and quite possibly one of the best quest mods in the line up. This game lived up to it’s predecessor, at least in my opinion.

It’s similar to the mod, but different enough to be it’s own experience. It’s fun, open-ended, with great characters and rewards playing peacefully with lots of exploration. I could not recommend it more, especially if you liked the Skyrim mod. I promise you, having played the Skyrim mod will not lessen the experience of this game, it is completely worth playing!

[nocturnalswarehouse]

Found in the Thieves Guild, not sure how it spawned or which member’s bed it’s above, but it’s next to the Nocturnal statue on the left (player’s left) and I can’t 💀

[riflesniper-a]

insanely important thrift store find

[nerevar-quote-and-star]

Brynjolf: Do you have any skeletons in your closet?

Mercer Frey: You mean literally or figuratively?

Brynjolf: Honestly, the fact that I have to specify . . .

[nocturnalswarehouse]

[rips paper into 5, 34, and then 41 different pieces and hands pieces to Adi]

~Rearranges pieces to decode the messages and pays the courier a large tip for having to deal with that~

5. On an average day, what can be found in your character’s pockets?

A few septims, jewelry containing flawless gems, notes that were either stolen or she needs to slip into another person's pocket. Mostly stolen goods.

34. Is your character more likely to keep trying a solution/method that didn’t work the first time or immediately move on to a different solution/method?

She gives things at least three tries before moving onto something different. Sometimes, though, she knows the method works, and she's too stubborn if it doesn't work a few times to try and try again until it does. Needless to say, it's a good thing Brynjold gave her unbreakable lockpicks.

41. Does your character feel that they deserve to have what they want, whether it be material or abstract, or do they feel they must earn it first?

After the life she's had? Absolutely she thinks she deserves it. Adi will stop at nothing to get what she wants.

[nocturnalswarehouse]

Questions for Adi, 4, 11 & 27 please 💙

4. Has your character ever witnessed something that fundamentally changed them? If so, does anyone else know?

Plenty of things! Growing up in Honorhall, becoming Dragonborn, joining the Dark Brotherhood and the Thieves Guild after. Those are just a few examples.

Bryn would be the one that knows the most, but some have caught on or have heard her stories.

11. In what situation was your character the most afraid they’ve ever been?

The Kart to Helgen. She woke up in an unfamiliar place with unfamiliar people, approaching her death with every second that passed. Adi hates uncertainty and is terrified when she doesn't know her surroundings.

27. How does your character normally deal with confrontation?

Depends on the confrontation. If it's someone she cares about, it's scary, and she becomes quiet and retreats. If it's someone she absolutely can't stand, Adi, lets the Blade of Woe do the talking.

[nocturnalswarehouse]

Does Adi know when to rest, or do they push themselves?

From the OC head canon meme 💙

She pushes herself, for sure. Adi often goes until she physically and mentally can't anymore, especially out of spite when someone tells her to rest. No one tells her what to do, not even Brynjolf.

[blossom-adventures]

Ways Jains says I love you

I’m assuming you’re meaning other than just outright saying “I love you” she has a couple of ways

For friends/family - sentimental gifts, comforting embraces, being there for them when they need to talk to someone, a shoulder to cry on if needed

For a “special someone” - all of the above but would get more intimate; hand holding, wiping shed tears off their cheek, insisting on their love talking to them about anything they need to, slow intimate hugs, insisting they get some sleep when they are refusing to do so, etc, etc. And in terms of gifts, something meaningful, that would be cherished by their love

If you meant how they would say it… I think she’d just blurt it out, during a perfectly normal conversation, either that or during a private moment she admit it to him, as of yet if not decided which it is going to be

[vhsmeme]

* character headcanons

clothing style.

before - bed routine. 

eating habits.

concept of home and family. 

hobbies. 

fighting style.

what calms your muse down after a bad day?

talk about one person your muse loves.

ways your muse says i love you.

describe your muse’s laugh. 

what items can be found in your muse’s pockets? 

talk about your muse’s most prized possession(s).

describe your muse’s walk. 

talk about your muse’s accent.

describe your muse’s smile. 

how often does your muse get sick?

does your muse know when to rest, or do they push themselves?

does your muse snore? sleeptalk? sleepwalk?

the thing(s) your muse thinks about before falling asleep.

is your muse a fitful or a quiet sleeper?

your muse’s thoughts on cops and other authority figures.

skills and special talents. 

disabilities or illnesses. 

habits and mannerisms.

introvert or extrovert.

religious or non - religious.

verbal or non - verbal communication.

something your muse could never forgive.

something that makes your muse smile.

something that scares your muse.

something that gives your muse hope.

how your muse responds to being helped / taken care of.

how your muse responds to unconditional love.

how your muse responds to danger.

how your muse responds to stress.  

how your muse responds to anger.

did your muse grow up too fast?

[blossom-adventures]

Ask me any of these for Jaina, I’ll answer them in the morning 💙

[nocturnalswarehouse]

Random question incoming! Do you drink alcohol? And if so, what’s your preference?

If you don’t drink alcohol, what’s your favourite drink?

I do! Albeit, not much.

My preference is a bit all over the place? I love wine but only whites, roses, and sparkling. There's one, maybe two reds I've liked, and that's it. The only liquor I'll shoot is tequila. I love cocktails, but they are usually more on the sweeter or floral side. I hate bitterness or something too strong, but I've been growing a taste for whiskey as I try more.

My go-to panic order is a rum and coke, spiced rum only. We only have spiced rum and Bailey's in the place because my roommate doesn't drink, it's an expensive purchase, and l need to be careful how much I consume.

My favourite non-alcoholic drink is coca-cola or any tea that doesn't contain eucalyptus because I'm severely allergic

[blossom-adventures]

Might be fun… if anyone wants to ask me anything about myself, no matter how random, feel free! 💙

[i-see-light-blog]

Character Development Questions: Hard Mode

Does your character have siblings or family members in their age group? Which one are they closest with?

What is/was your character’s relationship with their mother like?

What is/was your character’s relationship with their father like?

Has your character ever witnessed something that fundamentally changed them? If so, does anyone else know?

On an average day, what can be found in your character’s pockets?

Does your character have recurring themes in their dreams?

Does your character have recurring themes in their nightmares?

Has your character ever fired a gun? If so, what was their first target?

Is your character’s current socioeconomic status different than it was when they were growing up?

Does your character feel more comfortable with more clothing, or with less clothing?

In what situation was your character the most afraid they’ve ever been?

In what situation was your character the most calm they’ve ever been?

Is your character bothered by the sight of blood? If so, in what way?

Does your character remember names or faces easier?

Is your character preoccupied with money or material possession? Why or why not?

Which does your character idealize most: happiness or success?

What was your character’s favorite toy as a child?

Is your character more likely to admire wisdom, or ambition in others?

What is your character’s biggest relationship flaw? Has this flaw destroyed relationships for them before?

In what ways does your character compare themselves to others? Do they do this for the sake of self-validation, or self-criticism?

If something tragic or negative happens to your character, do they believe they may have caused or deserved it, or are they quick to blame others?

What does your character like in other people?

What does your character dislike in other people?

How quick is your character to trust someone else?

How quick is your character to suspect someone else? Does this change if they are close with that person?

How does your character behave around children?

How does your character normally deal with confrontation?

How quick or slow is your character to resort to physical violence in a confrontation?

What did your character dream of being or doing as a child? Did that dream come true?

What does your character find repulsive or disgusting?

Describe a scenario in which your character feels most comfortable.

Describe a scenario in which your character feels most uncomfortable.

In the face of criticism, is your character defensive, self-deprecating, or willing to improve?

Is your character more likely to keep trying a solution/method that didn’t work the first time, or immediately move on to a different solution/method?

How does your character behave around people they like?

How does your character behave around people they dislike?

Is your character more concerned with defending their honor, or protecting their status?

Is your character more likely to remove a problem/threat, or remove themselves from a problem/threat?

Has your character ever been bitten by an animal? How were they affected (or unaffected)?

How does your character treat people in service jobs?

Does your character feel that they deserve to have what they want, whether it be material or abstract, or do they feel they must earn it first?

Has your character ever had a parental figure who was not related to them?

Has your character ever had a dependent figure who was not related to them?

How easy or difficult is it for your character to say “I love you?” Can they say it without meaning it?

What does your character believe will happen to them after they die? Does this belief scare them?

[blossom-adventures]

I’ll answer some of these for Jaina if anyone wants to ask one?

[incorrectskyrimquotes]

Mercer isn't smarter than Brynjolf, but he's close enough to him that he knows how to hurt him.

Brynjolf takes on a lot of responsibility, since even though Mercer is Guildmaster it seems like Bryn has to do all the hard stuff. He is barely keeping the guild together, and it's mentioned that Mercer has such a temper that no one goes to him anyways. They always go to Brynjolf, who is doing the best he can.

And Mercer knows that Brynjolf is smarter than him, so he does everything he can to keep him down. He discourages Brynjolf's interest in the falmer (which we see fail when Brynjolf can read Falmeri.), he explodes on him too (although Brynjolf seems generally Used To It), and it's implied he sent you to Goldenglow to get you killed, because "even Vex" couldn't get in.

And then Karliah's name comes up. Mercer internally panics, because that truly means it could all come to light. He was able to pin Gallus' murder on her, but only because no one had the time or energy to look closely. But when you show up, the Guild has new life breathed into it.

And you clearly mean something to Brynjolf. He's thrilled when you get down into the Flagon, after Goldenglow, when Maven asks for you by name, he's your friend. He's so excited both that you're helping the Guild in the way you are, and that he gets to be right there to see it.

Mercer has to get rid of you. You are ruining everything. A happy Brynjolf is a Brynjolf that could think and find out the truth. So it's so, so perfect when Karliah practically invites him to battle her. Mercer can take you with him, have you killed, and pin that on Karliah too. Brynjolf will be heartbroken, you'll be out of the way, and the story of Gallus' murder becomes that much more plausible with another victim.

And of course Brynjolf runs out after you and Mercer. He, of all people, knows how dangerous Karliah is. He was there for Gallus' murder, he's been watching her try and take the guild down from the inside, he knows. So even though Mercer insists to him to let you and he handle it, Bryn still goes out after the two of you.

And then Brynjolf learns you died. Karliah killed you, just as she killed Gallus. She truly is trying to destroy the guild. Mercer even tells him that your last words, your last thoughts, they were for Brynjolf. You, Brynjolf's friend and protégé, had whispered his name in your final moments.

Brynjolf is heartbroken, and Mercer is right there to make sure he stays heartbroken.

[nocturnalswarehouse]

*tries to tiptoe into the Thieves Guild* *crashes into Brynjolf* Uhhhhh--I--mmmm---errr--LOOK A BEAR! *Bryn looks, because of course he does* *slips note into his pocket*

3, 13, 19

~Bryn takes it out of his pocket, having felt you put it in and reads it out like he's about to do a dramatic reading~

3. Do you anticipate writing for a new fandom this year? Which one?

Possibly AC Syndicate! We'll see how much time we have. I can't juggle two different fics at once.

13. Aside from fanfic, are there any other fan works you’d like to try creating? Fanart, or fanvids, gifsets, or podfic? 

Nope! I can't draw, technology is the bane of my existence, and I absolutely despise editing in any form. I find it boring and confusing so I can't stick to it for long.

19. Would you consider non-fandom writing events, like NaNoWriMo or writing contests? 

Nah, I find that to be stressful. I know NaNoWriMo works for many people, but I can't force myself to get words on a page unless it's for a class. I do my best writing when there's little pressure, and the words want to be on the page.

[nocturnalswarehouse]

How about questions 6 & 11 from the fanfic ask meme?

6. Which yet-to-be-started fic is first on your list?

Nothing at the moment because we're back to classes tomorrow, and all three of my courses are writing heavy to some extent. I'll be super drained from that, plus my part-time people-centred job.

I will be slowly planning and beginning to work on the ALL sequel with the aim to have a backlog of chapters for the summer.

I've also been wanting to write an AC Syndicate fic. Jacob/OC, specifically. That'll happen when it happens.

11. Would you like to try any new fanfic genres or tropes this year?

Maybe! Depends on if there's time or if I have the capacity for it!

[jackabelle73]

Fanfic asks for the new year

[jackabelle73]

I’ve seen a lot of ask memes focused on the past year, but none for what people are planning or hoping for in their writing in the new year. So here are a few questions that I thought of… feel free to add more!

1. Do you have a word-count goal for the upcoming year?

2. Will you participate in any fandom exchanges or fic challenges, etc? 

3. Do you anticipate writing for a new fandom this year? Which one?

4. Do you think you’ll stop writing for a fandom this year? Which one?

5. Which WIP is first on your list to complete this year? Will you post a snippet?

6. Which yet-to-be-started fic is first on your list?

7. Will you change anything about the way you interact with other writers?

8. Is there a story idea in your mental vault that you’ve never been brave enough to try writing? Is this the year? Can you tell us about it?

9. Short term goals… what do you hope to complete this week or in January?

10. Will you keep a record of all the fics you write and/or post this year?

11. Would you like to try any new fanfic genres or tropes this year?

12. Will you change anything about the way you edit or rewrite this year?

13. Aside from fanfic, are there any other fan works you’d like to try creating? Fanart, or fanvids, gifsets, or podfic? 

14. Have you ever lost large chunks of your work in the past, due to not backing up your work? Will you change your methods this year?

15. Do you foresee any personal or professional obstacles this year, that would keep you from creating fanworks? 

16. Do you have that one fanfic that you wrote a ton for, ages ago, but never posted? Will this be the year, come hell or high water, that it WILL get finished and posted?

17. Do you typically answer all comments/reviews individually? Do you plan to change the way you interact with your readers this year?

18. Do you typically post multi-chapters as you write, or finish it all and then start posting? Would you like to change your posting method? 

19. Would you consider non-fandom writing events, like NaNoWriMo or writing contests? 

20. Any plans to work on original fiction this year?

21. Will you try writing software, like Scrivener or those programs that won’t let you stop writing?

22. Do you plan to take writing classes this year?

23. Would you like to go on a writing retreat?

24. By the end of this year, you want your fandom to think of you as “that author who _______.”

25. If you answered questions from this list last year, find your answers and compare your goals to your results. How’d you do?

[sugareey-makes-stuff]

Ask away!

[blossom-adventures]

Ooooh, ask away!