#ikh garrett

[ironkingsheir-if]

For the male ro's, how would they react to mc getting pregnant? What type of a partner are they during the pregnancy? How do they handle everything that comes with it?

Ohhhh what a cute (and potentially scandalous) question! Before I begin I feel like I should take a moment to remind everyone not to get too excited about the following details lol, IKH remains a low spice sort of game so, uh, just don't get your hopes up about actually seeing any of this play out if you know what I mean.

I'll start with Connor and Garrett because they are a bit easier. They are the traditionalists of the 3 male ROs and would be careful not to impregnate anyone outside of a marriage bond, so there wouldn't be a huge, scary scandal moment there. They both want kids and Garrett especially would be over the moon to become a father. Both would try to put on a brave, happy face about the whole thing but be panicking a little inside. Connor moreso than Garrett because he's never spent much time around kids or pregnant women and overall just doesn't have a lot of practical experience with a whole lot, being a somewhat pampered royal. He would probably be the annoyingly overcautious one that wants the MC to lie in bed all day with a strict meal plan, though he's also the most likely to get genuinely scared should the MC be particularly expressive during a mood swing, and may just do anything she wants. Garrett is the eldest brother in a large family so he's seen and helped his mother go through all this before. He'd be the most useful of the three by a long shot, though I imagine he might be rather too opinionated about just how the MC should take care of herself. I'm imagining a few questionable folk remedies thrown in too. As for Justin...oh boy. Hmm. I mean it would depend on a few different factors. He's the most variable one in terms of how he relates to the MC and how he views children. Like is he getting the MC pregnant during a casual encounter? Is he actually in love? Married? Has MC convinced him to be more of a family man or is he still peak free spirit? Also is MC the sort that might just chop his head off if he tries to shirk his responsibilities? Depending on the answers here, he might be indifferent, scared for his life, annoyed, or a bundle of cheerful nerves as he prepares excitedly for a new adventure. If Justin was to stick around: he's not a natural caregiver and I think would struggle with the increased responsibility, but this just means more room for character growth! He has the potential to be a great father he just might need some reminders and motivators from time to time.

Oh boy I rambled longer than I intended. I hope that answers your question!

[ironkingsheir-if]

Garrett: Your Loyal Guardsman (fPC)

If there is one person in all of Thestria you can trust wholeheartedly, it's Garrett, your personal guard. You grew up with him at your side and know that he would die for you in a heartbeat, but is it just duty that binds you, or something more? He’s a strong and capable warrior, but with a surprising depth that he shows only to a few. Such a romance would, of course, be strictly forbidden, but you’re a princess—can’t you do what you want?

[ironkingsheir-if]

Could we have the option to call Garret Gary and Mirabel Mira as nicknames of friendship and familiarity (and possibly more) they used growing up so closely?

I love this idea! I've implemented something like this already but less personal, where if an MC views Garrett and Mirabel as friends MC will address them by name rather than "guardsman" or "handmaiden."

But I like the idea of having nicknames too for particularly deep relationships. I'll have to think about where this might best fit in. Like do I want to include it near the start of the story when you first say you were always friends, or later in the story as kind of a reward for deepening your relationship? I'm leaning towards the latter.

For some reason I can't picture Garrett as a Gary either, so I might have to think of an alternative.

Thanks for the suggestion!

[ironkingsheir-if]

If going on the friendship route with G and M, what's their opinion on mcs future spouse?

Mirabel is a bit wary of the betrothed at first (she's suspicious of all royals, except for a friendly MC). Her first impression is that they're overly proper and a bit snobbish, maybe a little inhuman as a result, but once she sees how kind they are and that they have a sillier side to them she warms up and could grow to quite like them. I could see her and Nora in particular becoming quite close, swapping stories about the MC and possibly ganging up on him from time to time as it suits their purposes.

Garrett doesn't have the same prejudice against royals as Mirabel but he does have a protective personality, so he's a bit wary at first as well but far more quickly grows to like the twins. Connor especially he could bond with, as both men are athletically inclined and could, for example, enjoy sparring together and discussing technique and tactics.

[ironkingsheir-if]

How would Garrett and Mirabel react to other servants/knights teasing them about their relationship with mc, implying that there is more going on?

Mirabel: would get defensive, angry if pushed, which would probably only inflame the rumours further. Garrett: depending on the nature of the teasing, he might get flustered and stammer out a weak defence OR go full protective mode and defend the MCs honour if the other knights were being a little too suggestive in their teasing.

[ironkingsheir-if]

damn you and your well written characters. im falling for the most classic trap of existance: idk who to chose between the prince and the knight </3

Ah yes, my evil scheme coming to fruition! You'll just have to replay it I guess ;)

[ironkingsheir-if]

I really love Garret he's such a cool character.

Thank you so much! That makes me happy because he has a special place in my heart but I sometimes worry he's not getting enough gametime and coming across as one-dimensional as a result. Ironic because in some ways he is the character that inspired the whole story! I definitely want to spend more time with both him and Mirabel and make sure both get the gametime and depth they deserve.

[ironkingsheir-if]

Would Garrett ever make the first move?

He'd be very unlikely to do this outright, at least not on purpose. It would be such a risky move. But I could see him slipping up and giving away his deeper feelings in the right situation.