Ryder McBaine

28 years old, Human, Professor of nutrition and weight training, brother to Sage McBaine.

[rydermcbaine]

👀 + do you think Ruby is interested in you?

“I’m not sure. I mean, I’d like her to be, I hope she is. Whether she is or not, I am kind of interested in her.”

@rubygracely

[rydermcbaine]

👀 + Best decision since coming here?

“Well, coming here in general was a good decision. Maybe just my stance on the slavery aspect at this place? I see so many people here who don’t care about the slaves here, it’s pretty awful.”

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Send my muse “👀 + a question” and they’ll have to answer with 100% honesty.

No deleting questions, either!

[dcmultiverse]

[rydermcbaine]

dcmultiverse:

Mission Impossible Fallout Cast Interviews - Henry Cavill

[rubygracely]

Who are the people you want to kiss the most right now?

“I don’t really wanna kiss anyone.” 

(She is too proud to admit things so I’ll do it for her. She would kiss Ryder, Tiffany, Gina, and Sage as of present.)

@rydermcbaine​ @tiffanyxtalbot @andrews-gina @sage-mcbaine

[rydermcbaine]

Gallery Show - Ruby & Ryder

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rubygracely‌:

Ruby looked over at him with curious eyes. She felt like they were both sort of out of place, and even though feeling that way wasn’t very fun, finding someone else who shared that feeling was nice. She nervously pulled at her fingers, not because he was making her uncomfortable, but more because she didn’t want to do or say anything to scare him away. Nice was something that didn’t usually stick around Ruby, and he was nice. She blinked surprised as he told her this was his first date on the island. Her brows pulled together. He was certainly handsome and charming, how could she have been the first person he had gone on a date with? “Really?” She said as she flushed and chewed the inside of her cheek. “Well…um…I’m just a little odd I guess. I-it typically takes me a while to warm up to people. And I just um,” she rubbed the back of her neck. “I just don’t want to be with anyone who isn’t going to take their time with me.” She explained wondering if that sounded strange at all. “I’m actually not all that easy to talk to,” she scoffed. “I actually think most people find me intimidating.” 

Ryder tried to read her body language. He thought that was something he was rather good at it. But Ruby always seemed to try and hide her emotion as as best she could, including her mannerisms and movements. It only made him want to interact with her more, to understand her hidden emotions. Ryder gave her an affirming nod, only mild embarrassed by his lack of desire to go out with anyone here. The human smiled at her subtly as she explained her own desire to stay to herself. “You’re not odd. I’m sure you’ve been asked out a lot here, the reason can’t be because you haven’t caught someone's attention. Doesn’t seem possible. But you must be the type to be picky, which is a good thing!” he complimented while nodding his head. Either her, or back home, she definitely had to have garnered the attention of those she came in contact with. “You’re worth the time. So you should stick with that goal. Why do ya think that about others? I mean, I think beautiful and intelligent women intimidate guys all the time, so I definitely think you are onto something,” Ryder added. It was one thing to have either of those qualities but a rare thing to have both. And Ruby seemed to have them.

[rydermcbaine]

Intro - Sasha & Ryder

[rydermcbaine]

sashaxbellx‌:

Sasha breathed lightly in relief at what he said, “Oh yeah? Okay well good, I think I’d be too curious not to ask everyone and I don’t want that to be something that annoys people.” she admitted. “What kind of supernatural people did you grow up with?” Part of her wasn’t sure that her time would go quite as fast as his here, but if all the people she met were friendly like him then maybe it would. She never had much trouble making friends, she just had to get used to things here was all. “It was kind of amazing to find out I could go completely for free, and I probably should’ve guessed there was some kind of catch I know. But a degree would help a lot, and I want to study music for real and get better at it. So I think it’ll be all worth it. At least I hope so.” She glanced up at him while she walked, “Are you a professor or student here? Or do you work for the school?”

Being human here, usually meant Ryder was looked down upon. He didn’t really care much when others thought poorly of him. But it was nice to be appreciated for his species. It also didn’t hurt to find someone else like him. “She’s a succubus,” he started. Ryder wasn’t even sure she knew what was one, or worse, she’d think poorly of him or her sister because of some stereotypes. Not that Sage tried to buck those unfair assumptions about her species. “I don’t know if her species are rare or not. But I do know that they’re harmless, or at least she is. It’s not in their nature to want to hurt others, even humans,” he added. Again in hoped of trying to let her know that not all supernaturals were out to get her. “Oh I’m a professor here. Weight training and nutrition. One of the vew limited things I’m qualified to teach,” Ryder joked. 

[rydermcbaine]

Gallery Show - Ruby & Ryder

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rubygracely‌:

Ruby looked over at him and smiled. She was glad she had met someone so easy to talk to. She wasn’t really used to having someone who made it easy for her, she was usually more quiet or awkward. And although she was a little nervous, it was in a way that made her want to be around him more. So she could combat the awkwardness and learn him better. His attempt at flirting made her bite back a smile. She felt a rosy hue creep across her cheek and a small laugh escaped her lips. “Well surprisingly I don’t have a problem in that general department.” She laughed and looked up at him. “I don’t typically date, I just…I’m a little shy I guess.” She shrugged her shoulders before glancing away. His next question startled her at first, but once she realized he was joking the smile slipped back on her lips and she shook her head. “No, I said yes because I wanted to. And if you wanna ask again. I think there is a good chance I’ll say yes.” She nodded as she tilted her head to the side slightly. 

Ryder had had trouble fitting in at the school. There weren’t a lot of humans here, and most of the people here seemed like all they wanted was an ear for their sob story. Ryder was compassionate and empathetic, but it almost felt like people tried to one up each other on how bad they had it back home. Although Ryder didn’t know all of Ruby’s background, it was clear she didn’t feel comfortable back home, but at least she didn’t use it to try and get sympathy from others. “I don’t either, really,” the human admitted. He wasn’t one to offer that bit of truth up, normally. He figured it would make Ruby feel better about her own admission, that she wasn’t one to date around. “In fact, this is my first date, here on this island. It was worth the wait though,” he joked. But Ryder did feel that way, he was enjoying getting to know Ruby. “It’s good to know I’m not the only one around here who isn’t interested in dating around. For me I guess, I just have different goals than most,” he said with  shrug. Ryder had had a few girlfriends, but he never really felt a deep emotional connection to them. It didn’t help that his desire to wait until that point to have sex, turned some women off. “I’m sure you’ve probably gotten asked out a lot though, aye? You’re cute and easy to talk to,” he complimented.

[rydermcbaine]

Who are the people you want to kiss the most right now?

“I’m not really  one to “kiss around”. There are two I’d be good with kissing, but one a lot more than the other. I’m not sure she feels the same way, and it’s cool if she doesn’t, no pressure. But I’d really enjoy kissing Ruby. She’s sweet, and I really enjoy getting to know her.”

@rubygracely

[lovelynemesis-deactivated201903]

[rydermcbaine]

lovelynemesis:

In the first pic, he’s saying, “You want to sit on my beard, right?”

The second pic is his reaction after I scream YES!

- Holy Mother Mary… my heart stuttered.

[sage-mcbaine-deactivated2021092]

Guiding Hand || Sage&Ryder

[rydermcbaine]

sage-mcbaine‌:

“And what interests me is sex, food, football and making trouble for everyone I come across,” she teased, grinning up at him. Despite her playful response, Sage was absorbing what Ryder was saying, as she usually was. Just because she wasn’t being serious, didn’t mean she wasn’t listening. When Ryder reiterated what she’d said herself in regards to his ‘type’, Sage nodded. “Yea, exactly. See? I do know your type, big brother,” she chuckled, nudging him as she moved past him to go flop onto his couch. “Besides if you wanted a female version of yourself, I’d be a little concerned. Because I’m the female version of you,” she laughed, shaking her head. “No, I think you’d get bored of dating someone too much like you. And it’s fun to be with people who are into different things, y’know? So they can show you new stuff and you can try it together. See? I’d totally hook you up with someone amazing. Ye of little faith, Ry, you should trust me more.” 

Ryder shook his head. He hoped that there was more to his sister than that. Hell, he knew there was. Even if Sage didn’t want to admit it. “I think you’ll get bored if that’s true sis. There is more to life than that,” he told her. Of course, for Ryder it was easy to say that. He would have a much shorter life then her, so he had to prioritize in a different way than she did.”Yeah yeah. I think most people like what I like though. Maybe not, here. But I think most people outside of this place are into what I am into,” he told her. Most people at the school seemed to be obsessed with a hook up, and Ryder couldn’t be further from that. “Yeah, exactly. I ascribe to the idea that, a good partner is someone who has different flaws and strengths than my own. But, I am sure you found that here, huh? He deals with a lot of your flaws, what a saint,” he joked, pressing his shoulder into hers playfully. Ryder was going to enjoy teasing her about her “special friend”. “And yeah, go ahead if you want. But don’t take it personally if I’m into em,” he added.

[rydermcbaine]

Gallery Show - Ruby & Ryder

[rydermcbaine]

rubygracely‌:

Ruby squared her shoulders a little, she felt her guard coming up, although she wished it didn’t. She knew she closed herself off a lot. She was good at putting on a front, she was good at keeping people at arms length. But she didn’t want to do that with him. She looked up at him, her almost a deep evergreen. “You don’t have to be sorry,” she said softly. “It just is.” She shrugged looking up at him, studying his face carefully. She smirked a little as she chewed her lip. “I did make a good bartender. But…I’m happy I finally stood up for myself. I think it’s important, to learn how to say what you want.” She said in a gentle voice as her gaze found his again. He had such lovely eyes, Ruby was a little nervous if she looked at them too long she might lose her train of thought. “Yeah?” She laughed looking down at her own hands as she shrugged. However the conversation got deep again. “They are manipulative, they know how to get what they want, and are good at it. It’s kind of their own art form. And they never care who they hurt.” She spoke softly, wondering what he thought of her now. 

Ryder could sense her apprehension. He couldn’t be sure, but her body seemed tensed whenever he was around her. But that could have just have been, naturally. He hoped it wasn’t because of him, or because she thought he asked her too many questions. Although he wanted to know more about her, Ryder also respected her enough not to pry. “Yeah, well, I am glad you stood up for yourself and left that job, too,” the human offered a smile. Partially because she deserved a life more satisfying, but because it meant she arrived here. Ryder couldn’t help but stare a little too long into her eyes. It wasn’t his fault that she was so beautiful. A small, awkward smile ended the gaze as he looked away. “Well, you seem different from your sisters in a lot of ways. I can’t imagine you hurting anyone. Well, aside from breakin’ a few hearts,” he joked. Ryder hoped she didn’t mind a little flirting, it was all in good fun. It was clear Ruby had the power to manipulate, based off her charm and looks, but she seemed to genuine to actually do anything like that. “Should I be worried you only accepted my date because you wanted something?” he joked again, a smile tipping her off. 

[rydermcbaine]

luisaxcruz‌:

“Well I can say that no two sunsets are alike. So, in its own way, this is indeed pretty unique. Beautiful, is it not?” A soft smile was on her lips as she stared up at the sky, walking alongside Ryder. She had been to many places, seen many glorious things, and yet nothing got to her more than the simple things. Like sunsets. “Yes, he is a vampire. My father turned some of his most trusted confidants over the years. People who truly have your back are quite hard to come by, you unfortunately realize that more and more the longer you are on this earth. But everyone with us now have been with us for centuries. They are family, the only family we truly have aside from each other. My mother passed away when I was a girl, and I do not have any aunts or uncles, or siblings or children of my own.”

Ryder found her thought on sunsets to be very profound. There was probably a metaphor in it, somewhere. “I think so. Seattle, San Diego, Miami. The cities on the water always seem to have the best, from what I remember. Makes sense this place would be no different,” he added. Luisa had seen far more sunsets in her lifetime than his, he felt intimidated to even talk about them. “Ah, so it’s just you and your dad, really,” Ryder started. “I can relate to that. I’m really only close to my dad, and sister,” he added. For a moment, he considered mentioning that his mother died too. It wasn’t something he talked about often, and honestly, it felt too soon to blurt out, this soon after meeting Luisa. In time, he would though, perhaps if the conversation about family went deeper. “It’s not about how much family ya have, I think. It comes down to how much you care about them.”

[rydermcbaine]

TBH you kind of scare me, because I really like talking to you, and you seem so sweet and kind. I don't think I'm wrong about you. But I think you might be wrong about me, and I don't want to disappoint you.

“You don’t have to be scared. I’m not putting on a front, I’ve never been accused of being disingenuous. As for you, I am sure that’s not the case. Just be yourself, that’s honestly what I find most attractive. Just, someone who is okay with being who they are. I’m not perfect, I don’t expect others to be.”

[rydermcbaine]

TBH You're really nice and super helpful (and pretty handsome)

“Thats’ very sweet of you. I hope we can get to know each other a bit more, aye?” 

[rydermcbaine]

TBH You are a kind soul and too good for this place. But I am glad you are here and I hope I can be deserving of your friendship. I hope for us to get to know one another better.

“Aye, I’d like to get to know you better, too. I plan on being here for a while, so the more friends I have, the better.”

[rydermcbaine]

TBH You're my greatest role model and all I've ever wanted is to be even half the person you are.

“That’s very nice of ya to say. But I’m no saint, there is plenty I could do to be better.”

@sage-mcbaine