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[hellbloom]

⚔️ and ☀️ for Vayn!!

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⚔️ CROSSED SWORDS — a past experience of my muse's

☀️ SUN — my muse's favorite weather/season

[maljefe]

Loni gets a questionable soft drink labeled 'sea salt raspberry' from her cousins at the island. The note attached to it says: 'It's an acquired taste <3'

There's a brief moment in which she debates throwing the bottle away. Something about it simply didn't sit right with her, and based on that note she doubted the drink would either. Sadly for her though she sighs and ends up placing it on her desk, poking the metallic can with her finger as though it were some strange object. " If this makes me sick I'm suing youse all. " Spoken aloud to no one but herself. " I hope they can feel me cursing them from here. Sea salt raspberry...? What the fuck kind of flavor...? "

[hellbloom]

🩵 For Vayn and a certain grumpy head because I need ammo as well asfgjkk

muse relationship headcanon game

who curses more?

the grumpy lil noggin takes the cake here. vayn doesn't curse at all. he's too well-mannered and trained in the ways of proper etiquette - cursing is like blasphemy for him. jack can curse all he likes, but vayn will hehe, fufu his way into the next conversation--

who is more patient?

okay, surface level, vayn most likely. he is the sweetest of peas and has been through a world of shit, but he's so - a way with other people and circumstances, i just can't see jack being the patient one of the two. it's gotta be vayn, especially since he can deal with jack being a butthead. ububu

who does the driving?

well jack doesn't have hands and vayn shouldn't ever be allowed to operate heavy machinery because he will fuck it up. so actually, lisa does the driving--

who is louder? who is quieter?

i can tell you who talks more but necessarily who is louder sksks they strike me as people who would bounce a lot of nonsense off of each other, maybe bicker and bite, but-- okay i changed my mind, it's gotta be jack with all his complaining! vayn is... maybe not quieter, but softer.

who is more physically affectionate?

this made me giggle. but the answer is vayn. he's already a handsy guy, and coupling that with the fact jack has no hands... and also how vayn'll pick him up and adoringly caress his face? it's gotta be vayn. all jack can do is haughtily complain and blush in secret, but he gets little tokens of affection all the time.

who is more likely to tease the other?

i feel like this is a mutual thing. vayn has his own ways of teasing, he can be very playful, but jack claps back or starts it too and they just sort of go from there. it's very mutual, very both of them, you cannot change my mind.

who is better with time management?

jack can literally do nothing but sit there in a bag (shush-) and vayn is a sickly victorian boy with wasting disease. they don't need to manage time skjdhfsd although i will say jack because he's got lisa to worry about.

who wins the arm wrestling matches?

is this a joke

who controls the music in the car ride?

vayn cannot drive nor does he own a vehicle and jack doesn't have the hands with which to change the radio station anyway-

who covers dinner when they order in?

vayn! it would be vayn. but i fully believe, had jack the faculties, he would huff-puff! and slide a card across the table. i don't know why exactly i think this, but i challenge you to prove me wrong, noir.

who is more outgoing? who is more shy?

vayn is probably more social but he's very shy in his own sort of ways too. i don't think jack is shy so much as he is limited, so there's a sort of sameness between them. i'm going to tentatively say vayn on account of how friendly and sociable he is.

who has the more outlandish fashion sense?

hmm...well, jack can't wear clothes, but he is just a head on a keychain, in a sack, and that's pretty outlandish. but vayn dresses like it's 1880, or even 1780, or even 1680 with all his frilly pirate shirt blouse things-- i'm gonna say jack because being on a keychain is infinitely more strange than victorian vampire cosplay.

who starts the tickle fights? who ends them?

neither of them because there's nothing to tickle and no hands to tickle with LOL

who has the darker/more "edgy" sense of humor?

jack, hands down. vayn's too sweet and too sensitive, he could never, but jack? i bet you he makes some heinous jokes. absolutely mcfuckin' why the fuck would you say that ass jokes, and then hehe's after because the cute vampire who pets him sometimes looked at him in horror.

who is more competitive when it comes to games?

if jack could play any, it would be him and you cannot change my mind. vayn doesn't have a competitive bone in his body ububu

who has the bigger appetite? the bigger sweet tooth?

i...i don't know. vayn? seems like it would make sense since he goes through intense bloodthirst and is constantly teetering on the edge of frenzy, which would turn him into a ghoul before long. does jack even eat? can he eat? i need more details, noir. i need to know everything!!!

who is more likely to get in a confrontation in public?

personality wise, jack 10000%. realistically? empirically? vayn, and not even because of aggression or defensiveness or bickering or what have you, but because he's an 'easy target' type and never fights back. which...suddenly, i'm depressed LOL

who hosts the parties/hangouts? who organizes them?

vayn and lisa, jack has no choice but to show up. prove me wrong.

who is better at cooking? do they ever cook for each other?

neither of them. jack has no hands and vayn could burn water because he has no fucking clue how to use anything but the microwave and the only thing he can make is reheated blood. if jack's down for...for that, vayn'll cook for him all the time.

who is more likely to engage in dangerous and/or illegal behavior?

jack. he's ebil. of course he'd do illegal things. vayn is good and sweet and soft, a cinnamon roll too pure for this world unu

who is more likely to notice when something is wrong with the other?

jack strikes me as the 'i'm only gonna mention it if it becomes a problem for me' type, but in a way that suggests maybe, just a pinch, he actually cares a little. a teensy bit. and i mean this for anyone but lisa. like obviously i feel like he notices right away and opens his mouth pretty quick, but possibly wouldn't be so quick with anyone else but her. with some more time spent with vayn, i think maybe that could change. vayn, on the other hand, notices but doesn't always understand so his approach is Messy. i'll say 50/50 boffum on this one.

who does the talking in public settings (i.e. to the waiter at a restaurant)?

vayn, for the love of god. vayn.

who is more likely to extend a helping hand & provide emotional support?

vayn. very much vayn. not that jack wouldn't or couldn't, but as i said, he strikes me a certain way. vayn was made to nurture and care for others' emotional and physical needs, to soothe and to comfort. if jack needed it, vayn would be there to let him nibble on his fingies and cry into his hands okay, shUT--

who is the bigger prankster? do they get the last laugh or do they suffer for it?

i imagine it would be jack, honestly. i feel like he has a mischievous streak. vayn, however playful, is very susceptible to getting pranked and otherwise feels like pranks on the whole are mean so he could never.

[rexpyre]

What are some Greek traditions Ig is fond off?

( @ofoccultism / unprompted. )

// so as i've learned, greeks also celebrate 'name days' like many slavic countries do! i thought it was a more local thing but i suppose not. and i think that's cute— and definitely something ig would participate in... that is, assuming your name has an associated 'name day.' but even if it doesn't, he'd probably just... make it work, somehow. it's basically like a mini birthday, where friends / family members give you a little something; usually some chocolate box or other sweets, or some gift money. it's just yet another formal excuse for him to spoil his loved ones. ♥

one of his other favorites is attending the apokries which simply translates to 'carnival.' it happens like a week before easter, but was originally tied to celebrations of dionysus. he likes the atmosphere despite not really participating actively in the activities much because he's stiff and unfun like that.

he also enjoys protomagia ( or 'may day' ) which is a simple honor to demeter, to celebrate the the fertility of fields and the coming of summer after winter. people weave flower wreaths and hang them on their doors, and you can see ig doing that. since he has his own garden it's important it flourishes. ✨

[azurescaled]

What are some of the requirements needed to be a songbird?

Unprompted Asks || Always Accepting! @ofoccultism

"When I hire someone on to join the songbirds, I typically prefer that they be a sex worker. It's better to have someone with experience in the background, because they know how to handle the work. I do take people who are new to the work, and I give them a chance to see how they work with it, at least if they seem comfortable enough with it. I've had girls come to me to ask to work under me, and I do take them in...To work a different job. A girl shouldn't be doing the job that a woman would do. I use them as recon or to get some gossip. Of course, paying for schooling gets expensive, but luckily for me...I have far more money than I know what to do with."

Serina swirls her drink around, humming.

"I do work with men as well, not just as bodyguards. Some enjoy working the bars, or they participate in the sex work for our customers who have a preference for men. I may only sleep with women, but anyone who's willing to work for me is given a fair chance. As far as other work, I have men and women in charge of managing the clubs or our various services in general. Information can go for quite the price depending on who wants it."

Having Kazuma to cover some of her blind spots in terms of information on others helped. It wasn't as if she lacked connections, but she could trust Kazuma on account that she held his leash. He doesn't want to die, and she can make his hunger turn into starvation with a snap of her fingers. Not that she would ever kill him. No, she enjoyed watching him struggle with his nature. Moreover, she enjoyed watching how Briar amused themselves with him.

"I've even hired some professional cleaners. Good help is so hard to find, but they never ask questions and they do their job with remarkable efficiency."

Serina smiles at the stranger as she finishes answering their question.

"I take it that's suitable enough of an answer for you, yes? Don't be afraid to come back as a customer. I'm sure I can find someone for you, if you're interested in such things. Tell your friends to come to Clair de Lune, I love giving people their first nightclub experience."

[malafxde]

Does Gabs has any sort of heirloom or weapon she uses as a witch?

No and often in the enigmatic world of witchcraft, where power is wielded through ancient rituals, mystic artifacts, and spells whispered on the winds of the unknown, Gabriella stands as a figure of profound intrigue. She defies convention, eschewing the reliance on ancestral heirlooms or conventional weaponry, instead drawing her strength from the depths of her own being—a symbiotic connection with an eldritch entity that pulses within her very soul. Within this symbiosis lie two profound facets of her arcane arsenal: the Eldritch Manifestation and the Aura of Influence, each a testament to her intimate communion with the eldritch forces that dwell within.

In the murky annals of the Salem coven's history, amidst the whispers of forbidden rites and ancestral hubris, there exists a tale shrouded in darkness—a tale of a vessel to be, heir to a legacy steeped in eldritch power and the sinister machinations of ancient horrors. Born into a lineage tainted by the folly of her forebears, Gabriella is both a vessel for the arcane legacy of her ancestors and a conduit for the eldritch entity that lurks within her—a symbiotic union that blurs the boundaries between mortal and monstrosity. Within her, two sinister forces converge: the Eldritch Manifestation, a twisted reflection of her own inner turmoil, and the Aura of Influence, a harbinger of terror that cloaks her in shadows darker than the abyss itself.

At the heart of her existence lies the Eldritch Manifestation—a grotesque fusion of her ancestral heritage and the eldritch horrors that pulse within her veins. It is a legacy forged in the fires of hubris, an echo of the sins of her forebears who dared to invoke forces beyond their comprehension in a bid for power. Ages ago, her ancestyor, driven by ambition and blinded by hatred called forth something beyond them—a primordial terror that slumbered in the depths of the void, waiting to be unleashed upon an unsuspecting world. Though the witch was seemingly thwarted and burned to the stake, the eldritch shard, its malevolent essence lingered, seeping into the very fabric of the Salem bloodline, waiting to be awakened once more.

Unlike the witches of yore, who wielded spells and charms passed down through generations, Gabriella draws her power from the depths of her own being—a wellspring of eldritch energy that twists and warps the fabric of reality itself. Through arcane rituals and profane rites, she unfurls the tendrils of this latent power, shaping it into forms both nightmarish and sublime.

Yet, Gabs' mastery over the eldritch extends far beyond the realm of mere conjuration; it permeates the very essence of her being, manifesting as an Aura of Influence—a shroud of terror that cloaks her in the shadows of the abyss. This aura is not a mere defense, but a malevolent force that twists and warps the minds of those who dare to gaze upon her visage. It whispers promises of untold power and unspeakable horrors, ensnaring the unwary in its grasp and driving them to the brink of madness.

Envision, if you dare, the confrontation that unfolds within the heart of her' influence: adversaries, their minds fractured by the eldritch energies that pulsate around her, their souls laid bare before the horrors that lurk within. With a gesture of unearthly grace, Gabriella raises her hand, and the very air crackles with the intensity of her aura. A palpable sense of dread washes over them, as shadows coalesce into nightmarish phantasms that dance and twist in the flickering torchlight. Those who dare to challenge her find themselves ensnared in the tendrils of her influence, their wills shattered by the weight of the eldritch power that courses through her veins.

Her mastery of Eldritch Manifestation and Aura of Influence is a testament to the twisted legacy of her bloodline—a legacy steeped in terror and torment, passed down through generations of Salem witches. Through these esoteric manifestations, she emerges not merely as a wielder of power, but as a living conduit for the primal forces that lurk beyond the veil of reality—a force to be reckoned with in the ever-shifting landscape of the eldritch realm. And as she walks the path laid before her, she carries with her the echoes of damnation, a reminder of the price paid for meddling in forces beyond mortal comprehension—a legacy that shall haunt her for all eternity.

Though she does possess an extraordinary artifact—a pair of crucifix earrings, forged not only from metal but from the very essence of sacrifice and service. Bestowed upon her by the enigmatic warlock Azar, these earrings are not mere adornments; they are conduits of power, symbols of faith, and guardians against the encroaching darkness. Crafted with precision and imbued with the essence of their creator, the crucifix earrings serve as beacons of hope amidst the somber gloom, tethering Gabriella to her purpose and her duty to safeguard the world from the eldritch terrors that lurk within. 

At first glance, the crucifix earrings appear as ordinary jewelry, each earring fashioned in the likeness of a miniature crucifix—a testament to the Christian faith. Yet, upon closer inspection, one can discern the meticulous craftsmanship and intricate detailing that adorn their surface. Each delicate etching and subtle curve is imbued with arcane significance, serving not only as a symbol of devotion but as a conduit for the eldritch energy that courses through her veins.

The origins of the crucifix earrings are shrouded in mystery, their creation attributed to Azar—a figure veiled in shadow and cloaked in mystery. Unlike the witches of the Salem coven, Azar was an outsider, a warlock whose origins and motivations remain elusive. Yet, despite his enigmatic nature, Azar recognized the potential within her—the raw power and untamed potential that simmered beneath the surface. It was he who bestowed upon her the crucifix earrings, imbuing them with his own magic and entrusting her with the responsibility of wielding their power for the greater good or evil. Honestly, he is always amused at what outcome may come forward. 

Through the crucifix earrings, she channels the eldritch power that lies dormant within her, harnessing its formidable energy to combat the darkness that threatens to engulf the world. With each subtle movement, the earrings shimmer with a faint ethereal glow, their presence serving as a reminder of the bond that ties Gabs to her destiny. Yet, the crucifix earrings are more than mere conduits of power; they are symbols of sacrifice and salvation, reminders of the eternal struggle between light and darkness. The crucifix earrings are not simply pieces of jewelry; they are guardians of light in the darkest of shadows, symbols of faith and sacrifice that empower her to confront the eldritch terrors that threaten to consume the world.

[cfmanymuses]

'Theme Song' for Horatia!

Hit The Music! Theme Song - Muse's standard theme song. Like the theme song that would play whenever they show up on screen

I was really tempted to meme on this with something like Wolf in Sheep's Clothing, but I really think she suits The Great Divide. Atom & E.E.V. suits her overall chill vibe, too!

[cfmanymuses]

Of all your muses, who is the most prone to go on vacations? And do they like the beach or somewhere colder?

A lot of them would love to, but circumstances don't allow for one yet. Big yet 😉

Namira's always travelling, never staying in one place for too long, and Zunemira recently ran away from home, so I'd say it's a tie between those two. Namira likes the beach, as long as she isn't in the water. Being unable to swim sucks. I don't think Zuni's ever been to the beach, really? Her home's close to a river, but I don't think that counts.

For the both of them, I don't think they like the cold that much. (Did I just throw my D&D babies at you? Yes, yes I did 🤣)