#crow shenanigans

[woundedsoul12]

Five Several Sentence Friday

Yall this scene beamed itself into my head and now you have to see it. 386 words of Emmrich x Marina and Crow shenanigans

Marina searched frantically. Incessantly. No part of the Chateau de Riva went unturned. She called over and over until her voice was hoarse. And yet, Manfred could not be found.

Emmrich was going to kill her.

Finally she burst into the study her love had been gifted for the duration of their stay. He could sense her alarm before she even spoke, and soon both were tracing the whereabouts of their lost son around the large Salle Estate.

Maybe that's why it was so shocking when Viago simply appeared before them with Manfred at his side, the skeleton holding a dagger and hissing proudly.

“Vi, por el Hacedor! Where? We have been–”

But her former mentor silenced her with a single raise of his gloved hand. His face was pinched, icey blue eyes severe as his other hand rested on Manfred's willowy shoulder.

“You married the Viejo,” he said matter-of-factly. “So the niño is yours now, no?”

Realization dawned on Marina's face as Viago slightly inclined his head. While Emmrich was left just as confused as when they began before the Talon continued speaking, “That makes him a de Riva. And I will have no child of this house going untrained.”

With those words he turned, taking Manfred with him as he added in a low voice, “Come, mi calaca pequeño. Next you can help me in the lab…”

Marina just stood there, eyes wide as she opened and shut her mouth repeatedly before a wild laugh tore from her throat. Her green eyes sparkled with knowing as she looked to her love, his face a mix of shock and worry as she reached her hand for his.

“Cielo, there are worse men to entrust our bebito with. At least Manfred cannot be poisoned– that we know of.”

Emmrich shook his head, an exasperated sigh leaving him as he took her smaller palm in his. “I assume this means Viago has accepted our union then?” he asked with a glimmer of hope.

She hummed quietly as her fingers threaded with his, squeezing in a comforting way before she replied, “Well he has accepted our son, so that is a start. If he gifts you Crow leathers we will know you have made it. Just… if he does let me check them first before you touch them.”

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[endlessnightskyshoutsback]

was running around outside with my kitty and a bunch of crows were cawing nearby so i did my best crow impression towards them and???? like a HUGE FLOCK (like think around a HUNDRED of em) came flying and sat around us???circling the area n shit??and started cawing up a storm??? I'm genuinely wondering if i yelled a slur in crow lingo by accident. or maybe a verbal gang sign????? they left after like 20 mins of shouting lmao????

[himluv]

WIP Whenever

I was tagged by @woundedsoul12 @bronzieinthedas and @jukkaricity to share a little taste of what I'm currently working on. Thank you all for thinking of me!

I am still carving my way through "The Wedding, pt. 2" - much like Illario is carving his way through these Crows ;)

Illario waited until they were suitably alone, and so did the assassin. Her hand reached for her thigh, but Illario snatched it away before she could pull the blade that no doubt rested there.

"None of that, now," he purred as he spun her into his chest, her back to his front. She was small, thin and sinewy beneath her gauzy gown. "Who sent you?" He asked as she squirmed in his grip.

The assassin did not speak.

He clicked his tongue against his teeth. "Very well, then." In one swift action, Illario drew her blade from her garter and slid it across her throat.

The assassin slumped to the ground, her life's blood pulsing out and into the fine gravel path. He dropped the knife beside the corpse and hurried back to join Lucanis.

Already, guests were making their way to the central courtyard, where a lily-strewn pond stood just beyond a large gazebo. A nice, wide open space, where any attack could be seen well in advance.

Lucanis stood just to the right of the gazebo, where he spoke to Viago in hushed tones. As Illario approached, his cousin raised an eyebrow at him.

Illario smirked. "You know, cousin, I suspect the roses will be especially vibrant this season."

Viago huffed, but took the cue. "I'll be back before the procession," he said, before stalking off toward the rose garden and the unnamed Crow's cooling corpse.

Just how many assassins must be assassinated at an assassin's wedding? Found out when this goes live next week 😂😂😂.

Tagging folks who might want to play or just see this. @serialsforbellara @serensama @theelderdemon @genjyoandgojyoandhakkai and @ratbagjasper

[pixiedurango]

Oh no! Venatori are attacking the masquerade! What does your Rook have with them to fight back (ideally with the least amount of collateral damage)? Did they sneak it in as part of their costume, or find it at hand at the venue?

(If you have multiple Rooks, you can pick one or answer for all of them.)

I have no concept yet of Cara's outfit for the Masquerade Ball, but without even knowing anything about what her festive garments look, I already can tell that - like in any other piece of her clothing - there will be hidden pockets and sheaths that Cara sews in herself. At least a pair of stilettos (the weapons not the shoes) will be hidden on her, no matter how little fabric her dress will be made off. Another thing, that Cara always carries with her, is a garotte. Perfect for quiet, sneaky surprise takeouts during any type of function. Also always in one of her pockets is her rope knife, that is a good choice for a swift killing. And if there's no to time to draw any weapon, Cara snatches necks quick and silent. Nobody will be bothered by the rude Venatori who dare to disturb the festivities.

What can I say... you can take the girl out of the Crows but never the Crows out of the girl....

[chaosherald]

Don’t know if anyone’s asked about it yet but the wip First Talon/Mask gift?

I’m so intrigued!

Oooooo. I'm glad you asked lol. This is way near the top of the original "fic drafting" document, so it's an idea I've been turning around for awhile.

The crows are fascinating. The concept of a non-crow romancing Lucanis and therefore joining that world in some capacity is also fascinating.

So as I see it, Lucanis has found his person. She *very publicly* helps him rescue Caterina and take down Illario and as far as the other crows are concerned has just helped him secure the position of First Talon. He can't hide her/pretend she isn't important to him, so his next best option is to make a public statement that she's off limits/under his protection. (doesn't mean that'll stop folks from going after her to try and get to him, but it'll be a deterrent/make it very clear there will be consequences if anyone tries anything.)

I also love masks. Like, one wall of my kitchen is decorated with masks. If I visit a place that has/makes masks I am coming home with a mask 😂

So the "azure crow mask" room decor was absolutely on display in my Rook's room and I was delighted by the masks on display in Villa Dellamorte that you get codex entries for - that they were symbols of traditional contracts and Crow history etc. My headcanon/extrapolation became that the mask in Rook's room was given to her by Lucanis after they took down Illario, that formally presenting a mask to an ally in the crow world was a big deal - a public declaration that Rook is part of House Dellamorte. Like, down the line when Rook and Lucanis actually officially get engaged, most of the crows are like "and? He gave you a mask years ago, this is not a new development."

And my crypt baby Mourn watch Rook has no idea 😂

Rook stood on the stage, taking in the spectacle before her. After dealing with Illario and his Venetori allies and after Caterina’s dramatic declaration, the gathering of Crows had turned into an impromptu celebration. Though impromptu might be the wrong word. The near nonsensical thought crossed Rook's mind that Illario must have planned the catering and wine, the music and spectacle, to fete his ascension to First Talon. Instead, it became a celebration of his defeat and Lucanis grand return. The whole thing made her tense in a way she had trouble defining. Being very much an outsider, with Lucanis lost to the crowds, added to her unease.

Next to her, Taash was laughing as they regaled two Crows with a story involving a collapsing cavern and hidden gold. They nudged Rook's arm, grinning. “This is awesome. We rescued Lucanis’ Grandma, beat up his cousin, and get to party with the crows.”

“I can't say this is how I expected the evening to end” Rook said slowly, scanning the crowd. “Did you see where Lucanis got to?”

(and bonus dialogue with Caterina, who absolutely understands the declaration her grandson just made in front of their entire organization)

“He did not tell you what it means. Presenting you with a mask. With that mask.”

“Ah, no. He did not.”

Moving much faster than one would expect from a woman of her age, Caterina grabbed Rook's hand. She seemed to be making a study of it, tisking softy. "Skinny fingers. Tell my grandson if he returns his mother's ring I will make the necessary arrangements with Giancarlo."

"Right. I'll...do that."

(original ask game post here!)

[thrymartdotcom]

Watched a crow take a chestnut up to a neighbour's roof to try to crack it

Watched that chestnut roll off the roof the moment the crow placed it down

I have no idea if I should feel bad or laugh my ass off

[wedgeofdestiny]

My ongoing adventures in Veilguard

[aloeverawyvren]

Ok, so like for the past few weeks or something geese have been flying over my house and stuff (probably because there's a lake near my house).

And like, we have a huge local murder of crows that hang out in the general area.

What are crows good at?

Mimicry.

So anyway, I'm outside, walking my dog and I hear geese, it kinda sounds off though. so I look up expecting to see geese.

BAMBOOZLED.

It was *huge* flock of crows, honking like geese (some were cawing)