"Your woes do not concern me, I am to protect the Digital world and all it's life forms, you were chosen to do the same. You are a warrior elected for such a cause, and the Princess is not your priority. Light grows beyond human comprehension, whatever familiar beliefs you were raised upon do not exist. Hikari belongs to the Digital world." - Homeostasis for Taichi
Homeostasis can't read minds or else they'd nuke Taichi where he stands, huh?
"Is that so?"
Oh, oh Taichi was angry. It was a kind of anger he had never experienced before. Though if he was being honest, he had been angry for a long time about the way Hikari was treated by these supposed higher powers. The Dark Ocean, Homeostasis, they both treated Hikari like she was an object to be owned and used. He'd seeb his sister be sick, and scared, and break down at the helplessness of it all.
He wanted to protect her from it, and he was starting to think that the only way he could would be to cut these beings off at the head.
It wouldn't be the first time the Digidestined had killed something akin to a god. It wouldn't even be hard to convince the others to get on board.
He should talk to Koushiro.
"If Hikari belongs to the Digital World and it's my job to protect the Digital World then it's always been my priorety to protect Hikari. I won't let anyone hurt either of them."
Taichi hoped that the silent 'including you' went completely over Homeostasis's head.
"Sorry, Superman." Kara smiled guiltily--that's one of the reasons why Batman was always annoyed with her, she always reverted to Clark's kryptonian birth name, which meant in other's eyes that she was having trouble, or didn't fully want to adapt to Earth and it's culture, but in reality it was just because--Krypton was gone. Clark had few memories, if any, so why wouldn't Kara hold onto any link to her culture that she could? Clark may not fully understand that, but he at least respected the abrupt change Kara went through--and was still going through.
Her head tilted, "Bludhaven report?" She questioned. She, of course had heard through the grapevine that Nightwing had moved and had sort of become of a guardian of his own city, much like she had with National. "Ka--Superman doesn't need me to give him reports. If he doesn't hear the situation himself, he sees it on the news." Her lips quirk slightly, "He's the only one who trusts me to either handle it or call him if I can't"
"Must be nice to not have a Super-shadow over you. My pointy-eared one likes to bug me about the town I've been looking after since I traded in Robin duds for this." He missed being the only one back then. The family's been great for both him and Bruce, but the city and its crooks used to not see the circus lad coming as much as they were expecting of the Dark Knight. Dick made the flamboyance work to his advantage.
Hesitation was clear before Hiro reached out a hand. Gloved palm pat against the elf's back, gently offering reassurance as he moved to sit on the ground next to him. "You know... brothers are supposed to fight. It's just something that comes with the territory." He offered a lopsided smile and propped his elbows on his knees. "But, I bet you'll fix it by morning. At least try to. You never know when- ...w-well. You know. You guys come as a duo. A set!"
him and his brother got into fights like these every now and again, and it was normal to say the least. ian just needed time to calm down and get his head back on straight before going to talk to barley. it was nice however to have someone like hiro here to help him through this.
“i guess so, but saying that doesn’t make it any easier,” a little ruckass caused a picture frame with their dad in it to fall off ian’s night stand and break, nothing bad really happened, the picture was still safe, but ian still had fire in his stomach. “i just needed time alone from him for a little while.”
MUTUALS, to kick off the first day, PLEASE HIT THE HEART FOR A ONE LINER FROM SPINEL!!! i’m going to be alternating between normal and reset versions bc spinel’s smaller more playful self was adorable af. but y’all know what to do! and please specify muse if multi!
although zhonghua fashion is primarily influenced by the ming and tang dynasties, i’ve incorporated bits and pieces of others. during the spring and summer women wear tang dynasty-influenced fashion. in the fall and winter, ming dynasty fashion is the trend. however, just as many dramas aren’t 100% true to their respective dynasties, i’m not strict on ming or tang dynasty fashion.
fall and winter fashion:
the clothing of choice for women in the colder seasons. this is a more down to earth hanfu and the style is known to people of all classes. a jacket is worn over the hanfu, usually slit at the sides but not always. the skirt of the hanfu is often pleated. the distinguishing factors in what separated the upper and lower classes are both the cut and fabric. commoners clothing were usually shorter in length, both in sleeve and dress/pants, the colors dull muted, skirt unpleated, and the fabric cheap. wealthy and noble classes were afforded elaborate colors and designs on their clothing, as welll as the best fabrics. elaborate hats and hair ornaments were also solely worn by the upper class, almost exclusively nobles and royalty. there were strict rules on the hair ornaments that certain classes could wear without ‘impersonating’ royal or nobility. this rule was solid and would be in place year round.
in the fall through winter, colors that were popular were rich blues, greens, greys, and dark colors in general. among nobility and royalty, they wore the same in addition to purples, reds, and gold detailing -- which commoners were not allowed to wear. outfits made from gold fabric are usually only allowed among the royal family and royal concubines. to others, the color gold is merely an accent or secondary color.
spring and summer noble lady fashion:
summer is a time when many are out and about. and, as such, it is a time for many of the wealthy and nobility to parade their assets. wealth, beauty, their figure. it is especially a time for the upper class women of zhonghua to show off themselves for all to see. for a confidence boost, for potential marriage, none can quite slim it down to one reason.
often called a ‘fairy dress’, this outfit is defined by several layers of fabric that flow from a woman’s body and flatter it. the sleeves are often sheer and are always longer than the wearer’s actual arm length. a ribbon is wound around their chest, often lifting up their chest and giving a glimpse of cleavage -- if the person is bold enough. the dress portion usually consists of a simple pattern or is one solid color and pleated near the top. the fairy dress is accented by the must-have scarf that is wound around the woman’s back and arms and flows to the ground. when the wind blows, the woman is surely a vision of mystical and flowy wonder -- hence the name; fairy dress.
by older zhonghuans, this fashion is looked down upon and they prefer the more conservative fashion that commoners share.
spring and summer conservative/commoner fashion:
far more practical than the fairy dress and less costly as well. middle to elderly aged zhonghuan prefer this sort of hot weather hanfu, as well as commoners who cannot afford nor are allowed to wear fairy dresses. this hanfu is consists of an opaque robes, contrasting the sheer sleeves of the prior dress. although women do not take off their robes in public, it allows for a nice breeze and is good to work or walk in. it also allows for beautiful designs on the robes of the upper class. the dresses of such outfits are also usually pleated and there the statement of a complimenting ribbon is not left behind; usually around the wearer’s waist instead of chest. commoners do not usually wear ribbons, as dresses with ribbons are more costly and using fabric for ribbons is seen as wasteful.
hairstyles in zhonghua:
up until the time for their hair pinning days and capping ceremonies, the girls and boys of zhonghua usually wear their hair down. for all, men and women, hair is their crown and glory. so, hair is usually grown out as long as manageable. after hair pinning and capping, no respectable zhonghuan would be seen out in public with their hair down. for men, they usually pin their hair up in a bun or braid is in a long fishtail. they also wear caps, usually plain and black. princes usually put their hair in a bun and have a simple hair ornament to cover the bun, before inserting a jade or gold pin. the pin symbolizes their status.
hair is truly a statement for zhonghuan wealthy and noble women. there are so many elaborate hairstyles that they may style their hair with, several illustration books have been published to display them. events with nobility is truly a showcase for the hundreds of hairstyles that the women may do. it is so expansive that to be out in public with one’s hair down and unstyled is to be seen as lazy, even for commoners.
only a few of the styles women may have. those without ornaments or headdresses are the ones that commoners may have, as they are not allowed elaborate ornaments, jeweled pins, or headdresses. they may, however, use flowers, wooden pins, or simple headbands to accent their hair.
influences from the han dynasty are also used, such as this popular style.
a plainer style that could be seen on a minor noble, defined by the single pin. the more ornaments in their hair, the wealthier they are seen.
another simple hairstyle that commoners may have, including the flower. peony is known to frequent this style, which is why many view her as a modest princess, unmoved by displays of wealth.
also featured in this picture, the makeup trend of women in zhonghua. pale foundation, blackened eyebrows, red rogue, rosy eyelids, and rosy cheeks. women of the upper class also paint forehead designs known as hua dian -- usually a variation of petals or a flower.
more examples of the makeup trend in zhonghua
headdresses among the upper class and royalty:
as mentioned, common women may only wear flowers, plain pins, and simple headbands in their hair. the upper class may have gold ornaments, elaborate pins with beads and pearls dangling from them, and other accents for their hairstyles. the more ornaments, the wealthier they are seen as. the upper class are also the only ones who can afford earrings, too pricey for a simple budget. the separation from royalty comes in the form of what is considered crowns, which only the royal family may have access to.
a common headdresses for noblewomen
crowns, worn by princesses and noble consorts of previous emperors. duchesses (daughters of the previous reigning emperor) may also wear them.
crowns, worn by empresses and empress dowagers.
hats and headresses usually worn by princes.
headdress of the emperor, defined by the long beads covering his face.
a simple pin, usually worn by minor nobles and common men.
princess and empress fashion:
a princess is defined by the first three pictures; soft, billowy, and light. a princess is often adorned with several layers, at least one of them sheer, and in the winter will don fur around her collar. her wardrobe consists of youthful colors until she is married; in which she will wear more mature and earthy colors. an empress should be seen as bold and akin to a goddess, often donning hanfu with broad shouldered capes and statement colors; often a deep red, blue, and gold. elaborate red and gold hanfu, similar to what an empress may wear, are also afforded to the upper class at their own wedding. only princesses or those marrying into the royal family, however, may wear a crown.
male fashion:
much shorter than the female counterpart. men’s fashion is much simpler; common men wear plain and cheap clothing, noble men and royalty are afforded the better fabric with elaborate designs. only the emperor may wear gold that’s not simply an accent. often, a man’s wife or mother may embroider a design on their clothing, this goes for lower and upper class. court officials wear navy blue, accented by a gold embroidered design of their choosing in the chest center. male court officials/ministers also wear simple black hats, of finer fabric and a unique shape that separate them from others.
attire of a court official/minister/advisor, though they are all navy blue in zhonghua.
attire of a minor nobleman, very simple.
attire of a prince and wealthy nobleman. the hat is worn by princes, when they are on official business or simply out in public.
disclaimer: keep in mind that i’m mixing different dynasties fashion into one, as zhonghua has no set dynasty.
tagging: @nobleconsort -- because i thought you’d like to be tagging in something about zhonghua!
❁ — BLISTERING HEAT SCORCHES IN A MIGHTY CHARIOT downward to grandmother gaia’s earth, leaving a majority of the mortals in disgruntled states, pining for the indoor seclusion of their stony homes or miserably outdoors to attend to their duties. as a goddess, kore did not feel the heat as the mortals did, but even she upon this day sat nestled beneath a tree, the shade a friendly veil across her figure. around her flowers bloomed and flourished, and she plucked them to make little crowns. some are larger than others. for birds, for mortals, or even herself. the task keeps her mind from the heat and the inevitable dismay of returning to her cage. but all of this comes to an abrupt halt as kore’s eyes raise, paying heed to an approaching figure. she had felt such a presence long ago, being a goddess, but she had not paid much mind to it. but it seemed such a pathway had led to her direction. the thought to rise and hide or vanish certainly came to comes, but kore is bored, and remains sitting. her fingers weave the stems into a tightened braid, ensuring the flower crown’s stability. “ good afternoon, stranger. if it’s a town you seek, i regret to tell you it’s a day’s walk from here,” kore calls, eyes still downward and fixated upon the violets and daisies in her hands.
