10. Does Rook know their history? Do they know of the HoF, Hawke, the Inquisitor?
Vaguely.
Zea dealt with a lot of nobles from Antiva so she knows of the Montilyet's and that one of their relations was an advisor to the Inquisitor. She also asked Harding what it was like working for the Inquisitor before meeting them so she could have some understanding of them.
She also heard rumors that the Warden Queen of Fereldan managed to find a cure for the Blight and how she & King Alistair have a five year old, but they're just that- rumors.
She's also heard a lot of stories about Marian Hawke from Varric, how her red hair and sass remind him of her. She'd asked Varric to tell her some stories of his time in Kirkwall that hadn't gone into the book, but he always put it off with a 'once we track down Solas.' He never did get around to it.
14. What does Rook see when they look in the mirror?
Freckles all over her face and shoulders with short red hair (better to fight and treasure hunt with). Tanned skin from being in the sun all day and a fading tattoo on her shoulder/arm that reminds her of how far she's come.
23. What does Rook wear in the off hours? Do they like dressing up?
When not in the field she'll wear semi-loose clothing, the more breathable in Rivian's tropical climate the better. She's fond of 'harem pants' (she likes the feel of the silk against her legs) as well as sleeveless tops (to show off her muscles and tattoo).
As the Lighthouse, it's whatever is clean. More often than not it's some form of leggings, a loose tunic that laces at the top, and sandals so she doesn't stub her toes again
The whole domestic life section for Cullen and Lydia!
Ooof yes, thanks! (spoilers for IWD but it’s the journey right? :D
1. If they get married, who proposes?
Fun fact, they actually get married twice! First time is at the Winter Palace like how it is in the game, just them, the dog and the officiant. When they move to South Reach after Lydia calls an end to the Inquisition they find out their marriage isn’t legal in Ferelden, as it was done in Orlais. (Fereldans are stubborn about that.) So like before, Cullen proposes again.
2. What’s the wedding like? Who attends?
First was quiet in the garden and subdued, and Cassandra is forever pissed Lydia didn’t tell her she was getting married--so she along with the in laws insure there’s a celebration. It’s not huge--they get married in the South Reach chapel and Cassandra is there, Rylen, Dorian, Bull, the family. But they celebrate and they have fun.
3. How many kids do they have, if any? What are they like?
2 kids. Emma is the first born after the Inquisition is disbanded, (named after Cullen’s mom) and Rowan comes after that. Rowan is a mage and Lydia trains him--Emma, who likes Cassandra a lot and wants to be a warrior, hates it when he fade steps when they’re sparring. Emma looks like Lydia save for the golden hair and golden eyes, and Rowan looks like Cullen save for the dark hair and blue eyes.
4. Do they have any pets?
Cleo the mabari Cullen adopted from the Winter Palace, who turns out to be a girl. She’s named after a woman from Fereldan legend, though it’s shortened to just Cleo. Cullen doesn’t like it at first, but the name sticks. Lol. Lydia also brings her horse and dracolisk from Skyhold. Leliana also brings Emma a nug when she turns five.
5. Who’s the stricter parent?
It depends. Lydia idolized her mother and realizes she wants to be more than an idol in her children’s life, so sometimes she worries if she’s too strict or overbearing. She wants her kids to know they can come to her and talk to her, but at the same time she’s good about laying down the ground rules.
Cullen is stricter about safety and protection (like he outright forbids his daughter from being a templar, not that she would have an interest) but he let’s their kids spar and playfight more than Lydia. She didn’t grow up with siblings so when they roughhouse she’s like should they do that? Cullen’s like It’s fine honey!
6. Who worries the most?
Lydia more outwardly worries, Cullen keeps it to himself (though she can tell when he is)
7. Who kills the bugs in the house?
Cullen. Lydia draws the line at spiders and roaches
8. How do they celebrate holidays?
Quietly with family and friends. :D
9, Who’s more likely to convince the other to come back to sleep in the morning?
Lydia. She has no problem adjusting to sleeping in later. Cullen is like I should start breakfast, check the crops, see if the local militia needs my help!
`0. Who’s the better cook?
they have their strengths. He’s better at breakfast, she can make good soups and desserts. Imagine Cullen grilling
11. Who likes to dance?
L Y D I A. Cullen tolerates it for her sake. Though he has fun twirling her around. he’s happy he’s good at that at least.
I mean, you follow me on IG so you’ve seen just about everything I’ve baked/cooked as of late. I’ve been mostly obsessed with making bread and I managed to find the perfect ratio of rye-to-wheat flour to make the bread exactly how I like it. It’s lovely. I’ve also made a ricotta cheesecake (after I made my own ricotta) and I also made a traditional Polish meatloaf with a hard-boiled egg inside. Here’s some pictures!
(those pickles are also homemade, but by my mother this time)
ooooo. I mean. They’ve both thought it for sure by this point. (Janine’s practically ready to propose. I’m serious. I’ve multiple times had the muse go JANINE HAUVILLE :D and I have to tell her to just tap the brakes a little)
I’m pretty sure Janine will start to say it first, and when she’s like halfway through Felix will blurt it out and then it’ll be one of those cheesy lovey dovey Inside Jokes they have as a couple; arguing over who said The L Word first. It makes Mason groan and leave the room every. time.
2. What are their primary love languages?
Felix’s is Words of Affirmation, Janine’s is either Physical Touch or Gift Giving
4. How often do they cuddle/engage in PDA?
EVERY CHANCE THEY GET
5. Who initiates kisses?
It’s probably about 50/50; they can’t stop themselves, it’s ridiculous.
6. Who’s the big and little spoon?
Janine’s the big spoon 99% of the time and they are both incandescently happy that way.
Let me just say that to get one ask is awesome. To get five asking for the same pair especially when it’s these two? <3 You’re all fantastic for asking, and I’m all too glad to dive into this for them.
Hana Vao / Sharky Boshaw
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General:
Rate the Ship -
Awful | Ew | No pics pls | I’m not comfortable | Alright | I like it! | Got Pics? | Let’s do it! | Why is this not getting more attention?! | The OTP to rule all other OTPs
How long will they last? - These two are full-on set on driving into that sunset together, and this last until they’re old and gray.
How quickly did/will they fall in love? - It’s pretty fast for both. Sharky was a little love-struck if not during their initial intro, then shortly after, wondering who the hell this woman was, yelling Die Hard quotes while handing him molotovs, and why he didn’t have a chance to meet her sooner. Hana on the other hand was immediately charmed by his brand of absurdity, and after a week or two on the road, found she didn’t want to go a day without it. It didn’t take much longer for feelings to set in after that.
How was their first kiss? - Oh, it was a doozy. Entirely on accident, especially since she just wanted to thank him for always being sweet to her (and for finding coffee, b/c going without it’s been rough), and wanted to kiss his cheek. No big deal. She lays one right on his mouth instead, and the residual shock and the holy shit of it all makes her immediately exit stage left. The kiss they share later on down the line’s one she’s much more content with, b/c there’s no grey area, no doubting it at all, and the minute he returns it she’s almost overwhelmed by it. Sharky’s easily in the same boat, b/c this isn’t wishful thinking, or him hoping for something that isn’t there. It’s her wanting him, and once he can shut his mouth for longer than a few seconds at a time they get to making up for all the times they should’ve kissed before.
Wedding:
Who proposed? - Sharky! It’s years down the line, but he finds a way to make a ring for her, and after checking to see if it fits, immediately proposes to her on the spot.
Who is the best man/men? - There’s no official ceremony, but Sharky would’ve wanted Hurk there for it, if possible.
Who is the braid’s maid(s)? - Hana would’ve definitely asked Grace.
Who did the most planning? - Sharky! Hana had no damn clue what he had in mind, or was planning, but he actually managed to get a little misty-eyed while watching a proposal scene from one of her movie picks, so...
Who stressed the most? - Sharky. Though the poor guy didn’t get hit with most of it until he’d slipped the ring onto her finger.
How fancy was the ceremony? -
Back of a pickup truck | 2 | 3 | 4 | Normal Church Wedding | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Kate and William wish they were this big.
Who was specifically not invited to the wedding? - N/A (Hurk Sr. gets an honorary mention here, though)
Sex:
Who is on top? - Both like the other on top so they’ll definitely switch, but Hana’s probably there the most often.
Who is the one to instigate things? - They’re both equally guilty of this with varying degrees of subtlety, and Hana’s absolutely burst out laughing at a few of Sharky’s attempts, but always gets right to kissing him soon after.
How healthy is their sex life? -
Barely touch themselves let alone each other | 2 | 3 | 4 | Once a couple weeks, nothing overboard | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | They are humping each other on the couch right now - (hey, they’re making up for lost time here)
How kinky are they? -
Straight missionary with the lights off | 2 | 3 | 4 | Might try some butt stuff and toys | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Don’t go into the sex dungeon without a horse’s head
How long do they normally last? - A good couple of rounds if they’re in a safe place, and time’s no object.
Do they make sure each person gets an equal amount of orgasms? - They certainly try (though she grouses at Sharky whenever he gets a lead on her, leaving him wearing the worst shit-eating grin)
How rough are they in bed? -
Softer than a butterfly on the back of a bunny | 2 | 3 | 4 | The bed’s shaking and squeaking every time | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Their dirty talk is so vulgar it’d make Dwayne Johnson blush. Also, the wall’s so weak it could collapse the next time they do it.
How much cuddling/snuggling do they do? -
No touching after sex | 2 | 3 | 4 | A little spooning at night, or on the couch, but not in public | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | They snuggle and kiss more often than a teen couple on their fifth date to a pillow factory.
Children:
How many children will they have naturally? - Two! Gabrielle, and I’m still trying to zero in on a name for their little boy. Rocky? Jack? Kurt?
How many children will they adopt? - N/A
Who gets stuck with the most diapers? - These two try to split this duty right down the middle.
Who is the stricter parent? - Hana, which is a feat. XD
Who stops the kid(s) from doing dangerous stunts after school? - Also, Hana, b/c no matter what she and Sharky got up to before this, it’s really for the best that neither of the kids try to emulate that.
Who remembers to pack the lunch(es)? - It’s a team effort, and any no-cult AU would totally involve Sharky handing bags of chips and jerky to each kid with Hana on his heels ready with a sandwich or two.
Who is the more loved parent? - They’re both pretty equal, but Gabby loves working with Sharky in the Pyrotechnics lab big-time, while Kiddo #2 loves racing around with Hana (and is a movie trivia buff in the making)
Who is more likely to attend the PTA meetings? N/A - Hana would be dragged kicking and screaming to them and hate it.
Who cried the most at graduation? - N/A due to the Collapse, but Sharky might win this one. He certainly sheds a happy tear or two whenever the kids hand him gifts or show him cool things they’ve made, and any award they’d earn? Whoops, he’d be a goner.
Who is more likely to bail the child(ren) out of trouble with the law? - Hana’s up to bat first going through legal avenues, but if she can’t manage to wing it, Sharky’s ready to step up to the plate.
Cooking:
Who does the most cooking? - They both would be take-out junkies, but Hana can make most of the basics.
Who is the most picky in their food choice? - Neither, really. She’d tease Sharky about deviating any from his jerky-heavy diet, though.
Who does the grocery shopping? - Probably Hana, but she’d drag him along for it too (and they’d race carts in the parking lot)
How often do they bake desserts? - Not frequently, but Hana would every once in a blue moon attempt a cake or brownies, and post-Collapse Sharky tries really hard to find a way to make that happen.
Are they more of a meat lover or a salad eater? - Meat, meat, meat.
Who is more likely to surprise the other(s) with an anniversary dinner? - Sharky, and although he’s not much of a cook, he’ll save her extra desserts for their anniversary week. Once they’re out he tries to go a little fancier, though, and doesn’t burn things to a crisp 60-70% of the time?
Who is more likely to suggest going out? - Sharky.
Who is more likely to burn the house down accidentally while cooking? - Sharky.
Chores:
Who cleans the room? - They’re both messy, so they try to take turns with chores.
Who is really against chores? - Sharky. He’s not thrilled with any of it, but puts up with it since
Who cleans up after the pets? - They don’t start off with pets, but Hana can’t help but feed a stray cat or two once they get to the surface, and gladly takes care of any messes they make.
Who is more likely to sweep everything under the rug? - Sharky, the sneak.
Who stresses the most when guests are coming over? - Both would usually be okay, but Hana does stress a bit more about cleaning when a certain someone John tends to visit.
Who found a dollar between the couch cushions while cleaning? - Sharky would probably find the dollar while trying to sweep things under it, to be honest. XD
Misc:
Who takes the longer showers/baths? - Hana. It’s where she can unwind, and it only gets longer if she has company (which she usually hopes for and Sharky 100% delivers on)
Who takes the dog out for a walk? - If moments with Boomer count, Hana would totally go jogging with him, and did a few times while heading out on patrol.
How often do they decorate the room/house for the holidays? - Hana’s a Halloween junkie, and loves throwing parties, so that's a must even when they don't have many actual decorations to hang. Sharky won't hesitate to help her find some prime picks, though, and can whip up some great ones in a jiffy.
What are their goals for the relationship? - Have the other’s back no matter what, and make the other the happiest they’ll ever be.
