#bond marks

[comorbidfascination]

I like to think that, in the omegaverse, people with bond marks might get tattoos to accentuate them. Or if they're getting a large piece anyway, they might incorporate their mark into the design. For many, a bond mark would be something to be proud of and show off, so it only makes sense that those who like getting tattoos would want to frame the evidence of how much their mate loves them.

[omegaverse-professor]

Are mating bites and claiming bites the same thing? If I’m doing an ABO AU for characters that are human and not werewolves how can I determine which character will be an Alpha and who will be the Omega also can Mpreg happen between a m/m couple?

Hey Hi Hello!

In my AU, they tend to be used interchangeably. 

Alphas are larger, stronger, more aggressive, etc. Have an Alpha Scent, Alpha parts, etc. 

Omegas are usually smaller (not just in height), have a sweet scents, etc.  Granted  the characteristics are up to you!And if you want there to be MPreg, then you can have Mpreg! 

[omegaversetheory]

Similar to the marriage of convenience trope, but instead a mating bond of convenience. How would that come about? Any thoughts about what situations may demand such a thing?

The first the question you'd have to ask for yourself is how is marriage different from bonding? Is bonding permanent? What does it mean to be married in your au? What does it mean to have bond scaring? Normally the marriage of convenience troupe works because it's not a permanent thing, if whatever situation the individuals find themself in resolves, they can split amicably without much to-do hassle. This becomes a lot more complicated if they have a physical link - as bonding is not convenient at all.

It could be interesting to explore the implications of this - bonding someone you don't know well - in the context of an arranged marriage.

And now some more bonding hcs from my au~

Marriage and bondage are not connected, though marriage often begets bonding. Marriage is seen as less serious in a way, as bonding is a truly permanent forever attachment. Some cultures (traditional) only observe bonds as a symbol of mating, while others do recognize the marriage as the permanent linking of two people.

Marriage is more of a contemporary concept that was birthed out of wartime necessity as many individuals lost their partners in battle and suffered greatly because of it - it wasn't uncommon for the remaining half of the bonded pair to succumb to the despair within 8-24 months post their partner's passing. As peacetime rolled back through, many couples feared loosing one another but also feared for the safety of their families if both (or all in polygamous relationships) of them were to parish - so a ceremonial bonding ceremony - marriage was created and respected as true attachment between individuals in the eyes of the law.

Bonding is still held in high regard and many married couples do bond one another in time, and 58% of all couplings are bonded in the traditional way. Attitudes vary culture to culture of course.

Bond marks have always been quite private and even on the neck they aren't extremely visible as the six small puncture marks scar over nicely and unless they get infected - not large in size. Touching or asking about someone's bond marks is an intimate gesture reserved for an individual's closest circle. It is not appropriate to look for/look at/ask about with the people you just encounter - it becomes a private part, though it isn't considered inappropriate to let the mark be visible through/regardless of your clothing.

There is a modern counterculture of people who take molds of their own bites and basically "bond themselves" others might tattoo over their scent glands so it's impossible to tell if they have bond scaring or not.

[omegaversetheory]

Hi💗💗 so In my fic, I'm working with an alpha who is incredibly toxic, hates omegas especially 1 particular omega who, he finds out later that is his soulmate. The omega in turn also despises the said alpha and they're in love with another alpha who is not their soulmate but they're best friends. But idk how to go forward with this? Would it possible for one of them to break the soulmate bond ? This is my first time writing omegaverse and I'm so confused! pls help a girl out 🙏💗💗

The best thing about omegaverse is that all rules can be broken, new rules can be created. But here are some questions that will help you establish what you need to develop the conclusion of your story

What does "being toxic" mean in your world, and how does that impact the alpha's relationships with those around him?

How does he find out the omega he hates is his soulmate?

What does it mean to be a soulmate in the context of your story?

Why does he hate that omega specifically? Why does he hate all omegas in general?

Why do they want to break the bond - why can't the omega just go be with the person they love?

How does the second alpha feel that their friend is involved with such a toxic person?

And now, some "typical omegaverse" answers for you

You can be in a relationship with someone that isn't your soulmate, unless something in your au prevents that from being acceptable.

Having a soulmate is not the same as being bonded with another person. You can't control who your soulmate is, but bonding with someone else is a conscious action you take (normally taking a big bite of them), that can't be mistaken. If your toxic alpha and omega didn't bond one another there isn't any real rule about them staying together even if they are soulmates.

Soulmates are a little tricky, but you couldn't be downright nasty or abusive to someone who was your soulmate - the positive draw you have towards that person wouldn't allow it.

If you meet someone who claims they're your soulmate but you hate everything about them, they aren't your soulmate.

Yes, it's not uncommon for bonds that come from bond bites to be broken - but it's often a pretty serious ordeal and may have physical consequences (unlike just getting a divorce it's not just a sign on the dotted line sort of thing). And again, you don't bond with someone "just because" it's widely agreed that it's only something you do with someone you have a deep connection with.

[omegaversetheory]

Is a broken bond affected the alpha too or just the omega? Can omega broke the bond & if tht happend wht gonna hppn to the alpha?

A broken bond effects both of the people in the relationship. Yes, omegas can break the bond.

The most common way a bond can be broken is if one partner dies. There are other ways, but they are very dependant on the kind/style of a/b/o you are writing.

Broken bond aftermath: sharp and searing pain in the area of the bond mark. Extreme anxiety, and may be accompanied by depression. The feeling of hopelessness and overwhelming dread, a loss of physical and emotional security. Migraines, vomiting, stomach cramps, body aches, irregular heartbeat.

[omegaverse-professor]

What would happen if an omega ran from an Alpha they were bonded with? (for example if the omega had a REALLY bad experience with a previous Alpha and wanted nothing to do with them anymore)

Hey Hi Hello!

Depends on your AU. 

They could: 

Either one or both Die, in some AUs partners mate for life. 

Bond and Bond marks will fade. Can be emotionally, physically, and mentally exhausting. Feels like a giant void is being created. But can be filled, again.

Bond will be broken, but bond mark stays, since in some AUs a mark is permanent. 

I like to think, in some AUs, that Bonding/Bond marks won’t take if it’s not mutually wanted by both parties. So no force bonding will happen. Though, if it was all fine and dandy and then boom bad partner, I’d go with the bond fading away. 

Up to you, though!

[omegaverse-professor]

hey prof! i was wondering if it was possible to die from a mating mark? i've read a couple stories where if a mate leaves a mating mark/claiming mark on another person their original mate dies/feels physical pain?

Hey Hi Hello!

If it’s in your AU, then sure!