Evay QA Bulk Post 7 - Domino & Phlox Masterpost
Hey everybody! I am so happy you've been enjoying my take on Sonic's parents, my OCs Domino and Phlox! If you want to learn more about them that wasn't covered in "The Sonnet of Domino & Phlox," I have more info (including your questions and headcanons) below!
DOMINO
Dream Voice Actor: Aimee Carrero [x] [x] [x]
Theme Songs: "Wonderland" by Kalandra and "Tubthumping" by Chumbawamba
PHLOX
Dream Voice Actor: Nathan Fillion [x] [x] [x] [x]
Theme Songs: “Better Things” by The Bouncing Souls (The original is by The Kinks, but I think this cover suits Phlox more) and “All Will Be Well” by Gabe Dixon
PHLOXINO PLAYLIST
QUESTIONS
Anon asked: I love your Sonic parents💙💙 Where did you get the idea for their names?
A: I'm so happy you like them! I try to include symbolism in the names I choose for my characters. Domino's name has two meanings. The main reason is in reference to "The Domino Effect." Her brief meeting with Phlox would --unbeknownst to either of them-- lead to the world's greatest hero! Secondly, I chose the name because life repeatedly knocks her down, but she does her best to get back up! Phlox's name comes from the purple flower. The Phlox flower symbolizes "unity/harmony/partnership" and can be given to someone to mean "We think the same" or "our souls are united." If you really dig deep into the mythology of the flower, it's said to "affect well-being and is a source of creativity and positive thoughts." Phlox is meant to be a perfect compliment to Domino, and together their love for the planet and positive outlook on life would be woven into the DNA of the bright ray of sunshine we know as Sonic.
midnightfire1222 asked: So where did Sonic get his trademark speed from? Phlox or Domino?
and Anon also asked: In your AU is there a reason behind Sonic’s abilities? Did his parents have that “gene” in them or something like that? Also, I remember you posted your vision about Amy’s parents as well, I know it’s unrelated but I’d like to ask if you could tell us what happened with them, because as I understand Amy is also an orphan in your AU. Thank u, I love your art <3
A: I like to think that Sonic's speed is purely a genetic mutation (a "gift"), not something he inherited from a family member. Domino is a "speed type" as far as class goes, but neither of them are remotely on Sonic's level. As far as Amy's parents (Clay and Lulu), I originally had them as deceased in my AU, but I've recently changed my mind on that! They are alive, but are not prominently involved in Amy's life. You will see more of them soon~ 😉🦔👰💍🦔🤵
@skywriter97 asked: I know she's a wanderer/nomad, but how long would Domino typically stay in one place? Would that change as she gets further in her pregnancy with Sonic?
A: Domino would never stay in one place more than a week. When she gets further along in her pregnancy, she gets kind of 'stuck' on Christmas Island and just waits it out there. As much as she enjoys her journeys, she'd know it's not worth the risk traveling while in the third trimester.
@skywriter97 also asked: If Phlox had been around, would he have been able to convince Domino that maybe remaining in a place would be a good idea because of the baby? Would he have tried?
A: Phlox doesn't get the chance, but he would have wanted to go on journeys WITH Domino. He would have liked the opportunity of enhancing her (their) way of life, not drastically changing it. Instead of staying in one place and building a traditional home, he would have instead worked on securing them a caravan of sorts, something along the lines of a Vardo wagon or a covered wagon (but maybe something that is powered so he doesn't have to pull it all the time ((though he's certainly strong enough lol))). That way they could remain on the road as long as they wanted and were still technically 'outdoors' at all times, but were always guaranteed shelter and a means of travel.
yama3002 asked: Did sonic or Amy or even Aurora wondered who is sonic parents ?
A: Amy and Aurora would definitely be curious. Because Sonic is all about living in the present and not focusing on the past, I don't believe he would be too concerned about knowing who his parents are/were. In my AU he has no memory of his early years so for all he knows, he just appeared on Christmas Island.
And anon asked: In your AU, does Aurora ever get curious about Sonics parents and ask him? I think you said he repressed that memory from the trauma and doesn’t remember anything - how would that conversation go? Does he ever get sad thinking about why he was abandoned or why he has no memory of them?
A: Like I said above, I really don't think Sonic troubles himself by worrying about these things. He doesn't know what it's like to have parents and so he doesn't know what he's missed out on, but he's also loved his life so he has no reason to complain. As far as why he doesn't remember them, I think that's too heavy of a topic for him to want to explore (hence, blocking out the trauma). Ignorance is bliss, right? If Aurora asked who his mom and dad are, I think he'd just be like "I don't have any, but that doesn't mean I don't have family! I've got your Uncle Tails, your Uncle Knuckles, my wife --aka yo' mama!-- and I have you! What more could I want?"
umi-teardrop asked: Does Phlox still loves Damino and will he ever realize Sonic is his son?
A: Though they didn't get to spend much time together and they don't use the word "love" until the epilogue of The Sonnet, yes I would say Phlox will always love her. At this time I'm undecided if he will canonically (to my AU) learn about Sonic being his son, but if I were to do that I know how I'd want them to find out (I write about it below!). Of course I'm open to y'all imagining that realization however you want, too!
bow-and-aro-child asked: I saw your interpretation of Sonic's parents and I CARE THEM very much!! Anyway, hypothetically, if Phlox (Sonic's dad; i hope i spelled that right) were to ever find out Sonic was his, how do you think that would play out? And how would that reunion go?
Anon also asked: Anon asked: No chance of Phlox and Sonic finding out their connection? Eggman trying a new dna targeting formula in his robots instead of Chao signature or movement detection and it instantly locking onto Phlox like a dog on a bone
A: If you've read The Sonnet, you learn that Phlox managed to take a photograph of Domino before she leaves. He cherishes that photo and considers it his magnum opus, so even after years have passed and he's never been able to find her, he always includes that photo of her in his exhibitions (never for sale, though!). I like to think that one day Amy convinces Sonic to go to a gallery for a date, and when Sonic sees the photo of Domino it reawakens his memories of her. Keep in mind, this would be a pretty intense moment for Sonic. I think it would be difficult for him to make this discovery on his own, but with Amy I think she would help him get through it. While they're having a discussion about her/the photograph, I think that's where Phlox would come in and be like "You knew her?? Can you tell me where she is? I'd love to talk to her, I have so much I want to say!" Then that would lead to some heavy conversations and then from there that's where they all put two-and-two together. It would be a very intense, heavy series of realizations haha. But just like I said above, I'm always interested in however y'all think things would play out, too. To the anon who wrote about Eggman: Now THAT is a fun idea! I didn't even think about Eggman being the one to accidentally make this discovery, but I do like it!
Anon asked: Will Sonic ever un-repress the memories of his mom?
A: I would like for him to do that, but that would be much later in his adult life when he's got the support of his family to help him get through it. I don't think he can handle that emotional trauma alone, especially before he's gotten more in touch with his feelings. I described above how I personally see it going down.
hedgethemaze asked: I was wondering, in the alternative chance that Domino would've told him about being pregnant with Sonic, what would've been Phlox reaction?
A: Phlox would have been absolutely delighted! It would be nerve-wracking to learn that they're going to essentially be teen parents and life on the road is difficult enough as it is. But Phlox would have been over the moon happy!
faythwasfound asked: Would you ever draw a what if of domino if she lived and possibly her relationship to other characters besides sonic like tails, Amy or aurora?
and cop16461 also asked: Surely a Granny Domino au can exist right :pleading_face:
A: I've received a lot of interest in this and in fact, I made myself so sad while writing their story, that I ended up deciding to make an ALTERNATE-alternate universe where Domino stayed with Phlox and everything is happy hahaha. Anything that falls under that AAU will all be tagged under the #PhloxinoAAU tag.
atwas-meme-ing asked: So, I take it, in your other AU, Phlox and Domino stayed together because Phlox actually did ask Minnie to let him travel with her? Or somehow or other found some way of following her?
A: It was really important to me while writing the Sonnet to make it clear that it was both Domino and Phlox who made the mistake of not pursuing each other. Phlox should have spoken up, but equally Domino should have been willing to voice her concerns so he could prove his trustworthiness. For the #PhloxinoAAU, I would have it not only that Phlox would manage to say that line he had been rehearsing of why he got the backpack (so he could travel with her), but also then have Domino be willing to talk about her feelings and trust him to come with her. The two of them being willing to openly communicate would result in the happiest ending.
graciethemonsterartist asked: In your PhloxinoAAU, if Domino did perhaps stay with Phlox in the end and raised Sonic together as parents, what would their relationship be? Like would they get married when they found out that Domino is pregnant or would they simply stay together without tying the knot but still happily together? And if they do get married, what kind of wedding would it be? More importantly, what would Phlox reaction be when he founds out that he’s going to be a dad and finding out that his son has super Sonic speed? Lastly, in both scenarios where Domino stays and doesn’t stay. What gave her the idea to name Sonic, well Sonic?
A: Domino is not interested in marriage so she and Phlox would never legally "tie the knot." But they would be romantic partners in every sense of the word and would be very happy living their lives together and dedicating themselves to one another and to their son. Haha, finding out your son has super speed is pretty shocking and makes things pretty challenging, but just like what you see in the Epilogue of the Sonnet, I think Domino (and Phlox) would have found ways to make games to tucker him out and help him burn off his energy in more manageable ways hahaha! As far as his name, it seems that many of the Sonic character names are related to their powers or their purpose, so I almost think their kind must have an instinct for what powers their child may have or what they may end up looking like. At least, that's my headcanon for where the name Sonic came from. Maybe he was just kicking extra fast while she was still pregnant with him!
Anon asked: This probably isn't going to ever happen, but if Phlox and/or Sonic figured out they were related?
A: Phlox would definitely want to learn as much as he could about Sonic as possible and would absolutely want a relationship with him, but he would have to be careful to take it at Sonic's pace. He remembers how sometimes when he would push Domino for information or to talk about feelings, she would put up a wall; Sonic is the same way (though in his adulthood, I have Sonic being better about talking about his feelings). You also have to remember that Sonic doesn't focus on the past and he's had a great life without any parents, so I don't think he'd be overly eager to get to know this guy who is supposedly his dad. But ultimately, the two of them are great guys with a super positive outlook on life, so it's my preference that they would be able to end up having a positive relationship and end up being very close. Better late than never!
Anon asked: Does Sonic's Dad ever meet his granddaughter Aurora?
A: Whether Phlox ever learns that Sonic is his son or not, I like the idea of the two of them crossing paths often so he would have met Aurora at least on one occasion if not more.
theneedlemouseconnection asked: I can't stop thinking about Domino and Phlox! I wonder, what if Domino liked to be an early riser and left before Phlox woke up, but left him a note that he's kept all these years? And deep down, looking back, he wishes he hadn't been so promiscuous and had settled down with HER. And he doesn't know she drowned, so he keeps the letter in the hopes that someday they'll bump into each other again? And this is a HUGE what-if, but, what if, somehow, Phlox runs into his son at Domino's grave, finds out what happened from a mourning Sonic (poor boy 😭), and decides to GIVE HIM DOMINO'S LETTER. Just my random thoughts, because I'm obssessing over Sonic's parents now adkhskdjj
A: theneedlemouseconnection You asked me this question before I published the final chapter of The Sonnet of Domino & Phlox and you were so on to me, haha! Kudos to you! If you've read the story, you'll have found that Domino does leave a simple message in his favorite notebook. He keeps it forever. I'm so happy you like them!
cop16461 asked: Would Phlox ever begin to question any resemblances that sonic has to him? Would he try to find domino again and find out she passed?
A: Personally I find it more funny to have Sonic and Phlox completely oblivious to how similar they look and laugh. The thought would never cross Phlox's mind hahaha. Phlox has never stopped looking for Domino, even as his life has changed and he's progressed in his career and all that, he's always held on to a glimmer of hope that she's still out there and that they'll cross paths again. He wouldn't know that she died unless Sonic revealed that to him.
bloglover99 asked: What does Domino and Phlox think of Amy Rose a girl of Sonic dreams or their future daughter-in-law?
A: Domino and Phlox would LOVE Amy! There is some sonamy foreshadowing in the Epilogue of The Sonnet, where even before Sonic has met Amy, Domino makes him promise to keep (her) safe and never let (her) go. They both would love Amy's fiery spirit and her passion and her love for others, but especially her love for their son. If both Domino and Phlox were still in the picture, I think they would have helped Sonic to work through his feelings sooner.
Anon asked: I’m not sure if you’ve been ask this, but if Sonic and Amy’s parents were to meet each other, how do you think that scene would play out?
A: Unfortunately, Domino and Lulu would not get along at all haha 😅 They are complete and total opposites. Lulu loves the finer things in life and is materialistic and glamorous and superficial, whereas Domino rejects every single one of those things. However, I think Phlox and Clay would get along. They're both rugged in different ways and they're both gaga for their gals, so as long as their wives weren't fighting they would probably enjoy getting a beer together.
monkeyqueen2012 asked: How would Domino react to her granddaughter? Or her (8!) great grandchildren?
A: Domino would just adore Aurora! I could see them having camp outs under the stars and Aurora being absolutely captivated by all of Domino's stories. I have some PhloxinoAAU drawings with baby Aurora that I want to explore for sure! 😍 I also think Domino would be a good influence as far as Sonic's parenting and she would encourage him to give Aurora more space to explore and live a little more dangerously, so Aurora wouldn't have as much of a sheltered upbringing as she does in my main AU. I don't know that Domino would still be around to see all of her 8 great grandchildren, but that would really be something 💙 To be someone who had absolutely nobody and no family, to then having a gigantic family, all because of you? I think that'd make her heart soar!
YOUR HEADCANONS
Many of you have told me your headcanons for these two and I wanted to include them so others could read them, too!
pellet-the-cat said: Not an ask, but I have the headcanon that Aurora has Domino's laugh, and everytime Sonic hears it, it makes him reminisce of the times with his Mom, feeling like she would be just proud of her graddaughter as Sonic is proud of her.
A: That is so SWEET! I love that headcanon! I picture Aimee Carrero as the voice of Domino, and I can see her laugh being appropriate for both Domino AND Aurora, so I think that totally works! Plus, that encourages Sonic to focus on the positive memories instead of just the bad.
middlechildwhoescapedthebasement said: What if Domino discovered Sonic's super speed because she tried putting pants on him? Like she just thought "I wonder if he likes pants like his dad?" She just merely held up the pants next to Sonic, blinked, and the next thing she knew he's up a TREE. (Apologies if this is too ooc, I just thought it'd give you a chuckle hopefully)
A: This cracked me UP! Oh my god I love that so much, this made me laugh! And I think it's very in-character for the both of them haha. Headcanon accepted!
emceevoices said: A little idea I thought of: I've heard that flash floods only exist due to manmade disruptions to the environment, such as dams and redirecting rivers. What if the flash flood that took Domino's life was caused (unintentionally, mind you,) by a dam set up by a young, budding scientist who was simply studying the environment for new energy sources and techniques. The young man's name? Dr. Ivo Robotnik.
A: @emceevoices, that's just EVIL! 😮😈 I do have a reference to a younger Eggman in The Sonnet, but I didn't even consider him being the cause of the flood! How very clever (and terrible!)
thegreenbomber-blog1 said: Imagine Amy meeting Phlox by hugging him thinking that he’s Sonic like in SA2 and 06, but unknowingly meeting her future father-in-law.
A: I normally don't like that old gag of Amy mistaking everyone for Sonic, but this one made me laugh! I mean, this is the one scenario where it would make perfect sense!
chrismantike said: Now this is a scenario I thought of what if a few years after aurora’s birth sonic gets a jolt and sees a fragment of a memory with his mom from something like playing in the park but he of course brushes this off and thinks it was just weird vision, but he does think about who that woman was and why she felt familiar when reminiscing about it in bed
A: This is definitely very possible! I like that it's a positive memory that is triggered, too, instead of just an awful one.
jasminearce03 said: For the Sonic Bday prompt. Since his birthday is close enough to Father's day, what about his biological Dad giving him a present coincidentally on his birthday and something like "If I ever had a son, I wish he couldbeas free as you are." All the while thinking of that girl he loved. Idk if it conflicts with your storyline or not just thought it was a cute idea.
A: You submitted this when I was asking for Sonic bday ideas, but I loved it so much I wanted to include it here! This warms my heart and breaks it at the same time. Thank you for sharing!
skywriter97 said: I know it'll never happen prob (except in my imagination) but imagine the DRAMA if Phlox and Sonic were to ever learn they're father and son. I just imagine Phlox being so HEARTBROKEN that he missed his son's life and wasn't there for him but at the same time SO PROUD of the Hero and person Sonic's become imma go cry in a corner now 😢 💔 😭
A: It means so much to me that their story touched you! Phlox would be so devastated to know how much he's missed out on because he would have loved to have been a part of Sonic's life. But I couldn't agree with you more: he'd be proud of who Sonic is now and grateful that he ended up the way he did, regardless of their pasts.
Anon said: Hello, I like your work and the story about Sonic and Domino, its ending broke my heart about Domino's death and how Sonic, in order to be well, had to forget her. It also made me think that Sonic, rather than forgetting Domino, tries not to think about her too much because of the pain and because it is less sad for me than Sonic forgetting his mother.
A: I totally get that and I don't blame you for thinking that :) I only chose that Sonic suppresses his memories (unintentionally) because Sonic tends to run away from his problems and this seemed like an appropriate trauma response for him. But you can absolutely have this headcanon, I support it!
Want even more? You can check my blog for the tag #sonicparents or #phloxino
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