I had to finally jump in and create a Fae au Umbra, Yapping + character stuff + Extra art below the cut!
Fae au was created by Rayne and Valdis, you can find more information over at @valrayne-faeu
He's a veil dragon- A small group of draconic magic users who create, produce and take care of The Veil that keeps the fae world and the human world 'seperate'. They also keep an eye on the entrances to the Fae world, though if they actually chase off invaders or simply let them pass is up to the dragon. They have both a larger fully dragon form and a smaller bipedal form they can take at will! Historically they are not seen in the Fae courts (their actual origins are unknown, but they are not Fae, they are something entirely Other) The war forced them to take sides and scramble for a place of safety.
Umbra joins Nightmare and his winter court, his offical title is 'envoy' bewteen the court and the Veil dragons. However the winter court only has Umbra, so his place is largely symbolic. His main 'duties' are ones he would carry out as a Veil dragon anyway, the official title is more there so he doesn't get bothered while he does his work. Rarely, he also advises the king as his knowledge of the enterances and magics of the fae realm are expansive.
As veil dragons are not known to live among Fae little is known about them, Umbra is one of the first and he often gets mistaken as a fae- with that assumption also coming with the assumption that he cannot lie, or touch iron etc- Which isnt true! Umbra won't correct anyone with this assumption, and he's happy to use it to his advantage if needed. (Just because he isn't a fae doesn't mean he can't be tricky!)
When Umbra isn't tending to the upkeep of the veil he can be found tutoring young Fae in illusion and fog magic, his specialties! Otherwise he lounges around Nightmares court, as serious and cold as he tries to appear- Umbra is a big fan of gossip and often makes the rounds to get any new knews that's popped up.
When Umbra isn't feeling as sociable he can be found exploring the woods of the winter court (Don't tell anyone but....he really likes hunting squirrels in dragon form....how embarrassing...) The one and only 'deal' Umbra has made for a humans freedom was made through this. An old man who had gotten lost in the fae realms, who had nothing to his name to trade, looking for a way home. Normally Umbra doesn't give such humans a way out, preferring to send them to the king but. the man had a house sprite with him, Umbra couldn't resist the trade- This tricky fox demon for his escape.
(A house sprite is created when an ordinary fox steals too many chickens from coops- It grows chicken legs and turns into a devil. If you manage to catch one and tie a peice of cloth around its neck, it is then bound to you and forced to do your bidding) (Design and Lore originally by 2lainn on toyhouse!)
Umbra's house sprite is named Twee, and shes extremely spoiled, has never picked up a broom or a sponge her entire time under Umbras care. He insults her all the time for being sneaky and bad, but he's the one spoiling her so~
His wings are that of a potato beetle. He goes around acting like a beggar despite being known in Autumn for having one of the biggest homes. A master of confusion and speaking in riddles.
FINALLY sharing Faerie!Esha ref, which has been ready for a few months now, made by her design mama @erineas
(Henna patterns are in PNG transparency for easy use. DM for full resolution)
She has two lores, one of which is inspired by @valrayne-faeu incredible AU ✨
Open for lore & art !
Esha was lured during a walk in the forest while singing alone. A Fae, whose identity remains unknown for now, complimented her voice, and she naturally thanked them...
She’s a Fae tied to the Spring/Summer Court.
She’s a very promising apothecary apprentice, working for a feisty old Fae named Oam.
Esha makes various remedies and infusions based on Oam’s recipes, but she’s also created her own. She specializes in warm infusions to improve sleep, reduce anxiety, and relieve stress.
Her recipes quickly became pretty popular, Oam is very proud !
She always smells like fresh flowers and plants.
Esha still has an angelic voice but is too shy to sing in public. She only sings for close friends or in places with very few people.
She remembers her years of belly dancing from when she was human and still dances beautifully.
Anna made her dress and Esha often visits her to bring her favorite teas and keep her company.
Esha also loves spending time with 5am. She sometimes has to help her heal after she have eaten some... questionable weeds.
Esha has a blessing by Nightmare that allows her to deliver goods in the Winter/Autumn Court.
She feels uncomfortable in Ink's presence for some reasons.
Her signature flower is chamomile. 🌼
💚 About her love interests
Nightmare has been watching her from afar ever since he granted her the blessing to travel between the Courts, and he seems to have taken a certain interest in her. He’s heard about her voice and is subtly looking for a way to convince her to sing at his Court.
Error has tried a few of her creations and seems to particularly enjoy their effects. He places frequent orders and insists that Esha personally delivers them to him... Wonder why, huh ?
Lil Doodle page ft Witch Raven, Witch Raven having tea/a picnic with Ibis (@janeelyakiri Reaper sans), Dust Alt and Phantom Scene, And Fae Rae, now based off a Booted Racket Tail hummingbird :D
Hope you all enjoy!
excuse all the empty space, art fight is consuming my creative drive right now
anyways! I'm a sucker for a fae au and I just had to make a sona for @antlered-prince and @owl-bones au<3. Technically a redesign of a sona for this au posted to another blog, but I'm much happier with this version lol
Lore wise, Blue initially tricked her into staying in the fae realm, which made things a bit awkward between them even as Junebug discovered they really didn't mind the shift. Court politics frustrate him, though, so most days Junebug spends wandering the summer court looking for interesting flora and fauna. It probably wanders into the faewild more than is strictly smart, but nothing ventured nothing gained!
