TELL ME ABOUT YOUR IDV SHIPS TOO!!! I CRAVE TO KNOW MORE ABOUT EMIL & LUCA + ANYTHING ELSE YOU GOT COOKIE UP >:Dc
WELCOME TO MY WINDOW HELLO I AM HERE
I can mainly yap about Luca/Emil I guess its OTP status now yeehaw- ANYWAY IM STILL LEARNING THINGS and the lore behind characters wheezes there is so many help...
LUCA/EMIL
I really just picked the 2 survivors I wanted to play as and said "you're holding hands now" BEFORE I EVEN KNEW ADA/EMIL WAS A THING-
ANYWAY. this is either angsty one-sided love or soft love there is no in between. I got like 4 fics I want write on them and I will >:3
I like to think Luca initially just gets along with Emil (and Ada) bcuz shakes hand meme memory loss. They have an understanding of each other and it's some common ground for them. Emil can find some comfort in Luca's babbling. Man has no idea wtf he's saying but voice nice and soothing. and Emil can take care of Luca after matches bcuZ WHY DOES HE (me) ALWAYS GET BULLIED BY HUNTERS
If you want to be game focused they can work well together bcuz it's let him decode & let him distract/rescue. wow a good pair!!
I unfortunately know nothing about costume lore but I have Graduation Day and Art Exhibition Visitor and they are going on a date in the Ib gallery if that's a thing (I gotta write them just visiting the gallery in general teehee)
LUCA'S HAREM
Anyway Luca is my home boy and he is now an anime protagonist who gets to many ships. I think my 2nd fav so far is with Alva!! Idk man that past between them got me going HMMM they could be a thing. they have history that is forgotten (somewhat) just gotta work out ya know...accidental murder
He can also have Frederick bcuz decoding bros!! also troubled rich people vibes. ALSO PIANO BROS he can fix his piano and listening to Frederick puts him in a good mood cries
Richard is there with him too. I saw like one fanart and was like yeah you can join the harem too. the knight is just pretty but I'll probably have more later lol
JOKER/MURROW
my brain made this when reading that clown chapter. idk I think if things were different they could be a cute thing!! Murrow is a very caring guy and I can see him helping out Joker with his stuff,,, perhaps even be pals with Murrow's companions,,, yeah
ITHAQUA/JOSEPH
Tragic twin boys lol but also opposites attract?? they would probably bicker a lot at first lol. it would definitely take a while for them to be semi interested in each other?? or at least admit that the other one is kinda okay. they get a pass.
but!! Ithaqua hates reading so tell him a story with pictures instead!! show Joseph the beautiful side of the darkness (the moon and stars!) learning hunting tips from each other!! also this is just like gentleman x feral dude which is kinda funny
NORTON/ANTONIO
I just want ship the poor boy with a rich person is that too much to ask for slfkdjsf. this is probably like the above where they don't get along at first bcuz Norton says ew rich people. but I'd like this with Norton's hunter form B) that hair of his is getting into rocks man idk what's going on there
SHIPS IN LAW
Elisop & Nortitha
I know nothing about Eli and Aesop except that they're making out in the corner :v you didn't hear that from meeeee- I've seen this ship too much its in my brain they are a thing!! I think I've played a match with them (separately) and I was just like...where is your bf bruh
Nortitha is cute ngl. I want Ithaqua to hold both his and Joseph's hand now. I was swayed by pretty are I've seen from you lol
that's all my brain has concocted it will probably change?? maybe?? who knows depends how much deeper I fall into this game (I probably will why am I still here just to suffer)
Additional Tags: Potion Shenanigans, temporary leopard hybrid alhaitham, Pre-Relationship, Kaveh is there at the end, who knew getting cat instincts meant unlocking feelings
Summary: After an unfortunate accident, Alhaitham ends up with leopard features. Concerned, Cyno decides to stay with him until the effects wear off.
summary: Returning to the NRC after dealing with another Overblot is tiring. But seeing a certain boy always makes Locket smile.
ship: Silver x fem!OC (belongs to @princesslocket )
word count: 2601
note: a commission from a lovely person!! ovo/ check out her OC cuz Locket is just neato!
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The campus of Night Raven College had become home to the Prefect of Ramshackle. And to finally be back, to be welcomed by the familiar faces and scenery was a sight for sore eyes. No longer was she, along with a handful of other students, on the Island of Woe, fighting for not only their lives but the entire world's future. It was a huge relief to return. Locket was more than happy to come back to the school grounds despite everything that had transpired in this school since her arrival.
But what really relieves her is the fact that Grim is at her side. The little furball was happy beyond belief to be back. Despite how tough he wanted to come off as, even he succumbed to tears. He missed her. He missed his friends.
And finally, he was home too.
Reunions were taking place on the fields, friends and classmates being reunited. There was plenty to do and talk about. It was chaotic yet this felt just right. When had this school ever been silent? And amiss it all, a voice catches her attention.
"Locket...!"
The Prefect's eyes widen when she recognizes that voice. With a quick turn, she finds Silver, a dear friend, looking her way. A smile eases onto her face once their eyes meet. Regardless of the troubles she just went through, he manages to make her light up with just his presence. Yet, unfortunately, Silver can't return that same smile.
"You...are you alright?" He asks with deep concern. Even if he has trouble expressing himself, his eyes hold so much more. Worry and unease sparkle within those shimmering and beautiful eyes. They say so much more than he does, practically pleading with hope that she is okay.
"I heard what happened," Silver continues. He doesn't know everything, just whatever they could conclude from an earlier meeting. How certain students were taken away and the guess as to why.
It doesn't help that he had witnessed it firsthand when they had come for Riddle. Knowing that Locket was gone, to chase after them, a feeling of dread had taken over his heart. Surely the same wouldn't happen to her, but to think it had? It left him troubled and worried, more than he would ever voice aloud. But it was clear on his face to anyone who saw him how he was fretting over the incident. Her sudden disappearance was more than enough to even make him have trouble sleeping.
Locket was known to jump into trouble and disregard her safety. And it seemed the same had happened yet again.
"You're not hurt, are you?"
"Oh, don't worry, Silver!" Locket smiles brightly at him with a spring in her step. She's tired, so tired. Dealing with another Overblot is draining, but she'd never let it show, at least not in front of a crowd. She has to keep up that smile no matter how weary it may be. In front of him, it's easier, and more natural to maintain.
She takes closer steps towards him, away from the reunion. "I'm alright." She reassures with a light smile and a matching laugh.
"There's a lot to explain about what happened though and I'm not too sure how much I can really spill..." It wasn't her story to tell. So many were involved and so much had happened. But, he deserved to know some of the truth, right? At least what happened to her.
For a brief moment, her eyes drift back to Grim. Her gaze softens as she sees the cat in the hands of Ace and Deuce. The three of them are huddled together, clinging to each other.
"But we got Grim back."
Silver follows her gaze. He knows the importance of that cat monster to her. And he also knows not to push someone to speak if they don't want to, especially her. She'd been gone for so long, or at least it felt like a long time. Silver could see just how tired she was. How tired everyone is. This incident had taken its toll on the entire school.
"You must be tired. You should rest when you get the chance." He replies. He's about to speak more, concerning her health but his gaze is suddenly drawn to the unusual purple cloth she's wearing. He didn't know why he hadn't noticed before, especially since it was a sudden and stark difference from her usual attire.
"Why're you in Pomefiore's dorm uniform, if I may ask?"
"Oh!" She gives a nervous laugh as she faces him once more, but not after glancing down at her attire. "Long story short, I had to wear it to help protect me! Ramshackle's uniform doesn't get the job done in different weather conditions." Or at all, really. Well, it did the basics, and that's all she needed. "The uniforms are imbued with magic, right? So, I had to put one on to adjust to the weather when we were flying."
The explanation sounds crazy out of context. Her, the Prefect, flying. But a lot of things have happened to her since arriving at this school. It shouldn't be too surprising to hear she flew in the sky or swam in the deepest parts of the sea. Now, here she was performing a simpler act, dawning another dorm's uniform.
Silver nods with a hum. He has so many questions going through his mind right now. Too many to ask at once. She needs her rest though, but his gaze still lingers on the uniform she wears.
He doesn't mind it, honestly. The uniform does fit her nicely. It's elegant and formal which suits the dorm it's from. Even if it wasn't imbued with magic, it does seem warmer than her usual attire.
It just leaves...something on his mind. Something similar to a bad taste in his mouth, yet not quite unpleasant. It's difficult to pinpoint this foreign feeling. He just wants to help her, to do the same as those of Pomefiore had done.
Silver finally decides on what he wants to do. But as he opens his mouth to speak, Grim is calling out for her. Locket can't say no to him, especially as he pulls her away from Silver. The cat is whining and crying about his henchhuman and how she needs to be by his side.
He can't help but smile at the two. It was important for them to reunite with everyone. She was missed, more than the other students would care to admit. But he wouldn't be afraid to say it if asked. For now, he steps back. It's not in him to interrupt a moment like this.
~...~
The days are getting colder and colder it seems. That or perhaps a brush with death lingered on her soul for longer than she thought. Regardless, the temperature around campus isn't as warm and pleasant as it was when she arrived back from the Island of Woe. Within the span of a couple of days, it had gone the breeze had gone from nice to chilly.
Locket takes one step out of Sam's shop and nearly has the urge to run back inside. At least his shop was always at a decent temperature to be in. But outside? It was cold. Freezing. And it didn't help that her 'cape' was nowhere to be seen around her shoulders.
The girl instantly hugs herself. The cool, chilly air brushes against her. Her clothes did little to fight off against the cold. It didn't help that she had returned to Ramshackle's uniform, which meant the lack of imbued magic and the warmth that came with it.
She wished that she had her jacket back, but so much had been going on lately. There was the fact Ramshackle had been practically destroyed. To ensure her and Grim's safety, she had to find a place to stay since her dorm was currently unlivable. It was even worse than when she first arrived here! There was so much to do that things felt like they were just piling up one after another.
At least she could spend time in Pomefiore. The invitation was extended to her and during these past couple of days, it had become a second home to her. And that's exactly where her jacket was right now.
It would be a bit of a trip back, but not a bad one. She never minded a walk around campus or traveling to other dorms. But today was different considering she lacked her cape.
"Oh, Locket." The familiar voice calls out to her, stopping her mind from worrying about the trip to Pomefiore. She turns and greets the boy with a smile.
"Silver!" She chirps, excited as always to see him no matter what predicament she may be in. "Heya, what brings you out here?"
"Nothing really. I was trying to find my fa- Lilia. He mentioned wanting to buy ingredients for dinner..." He does all he can to hold back a sigh. It's not like he could stop Lilia from cooking if he wanted to. He'd just have to tough it out and...do his best to eat whatever he decided to make.
"I didn't see him at the shop...maybe he already got them?" Locket suggests.
Silver doesn't want to admit that he's troubled by the thought. It sends a shiver down his spine to imagine what he'd bought already.
Yet, he catches sight of her once again. Noticing the change in clothing, or lack thereof. She no longer dawns the robes of Pomefiore, but her usual Ramshackle attire. One piece is missing from her and its very noticeable.
Then he notices her body language. The slight shivering and how she holds herself together. Despite how she tries to stand firmly and act as if she doesn't have a care in the world, he can see that she's trying to hide it. It's subtle but Silver is observant.
Unfortunately, he's not sure how to bring it up. Could he ask? Or should he simply do something? He decides to go for the latter.
"I'm sure I'll come across him later. But for now...I'd like you to have this, if you will." Silver starts to take off his jacket. He takes a step closer to her. Once close enough, he simply drapes it around her shoulders, making it seem like her cape had returned, albeit this one was darker than her usual. His fingers brush against her shoulders, gently gliding over the fabric of her shirt. He ensures his jacket remains there, nice and perfectly. "It won't protect your whole body, but at least it can provide you some warmth."
Locket seems to pause for a moment. Then her hands begin to move. Not to adjust the jacket, but to simply touch the fabric as if to confirm it's there. It's like a part of her that was missing had just been reunited with her after a very long time. She felt more complete than ever before.
"It's fine! Don't worry, this is more than enough. I...appreciate it, Silver."
Her smile eases onto her face so naturally. It's easy to relax around him. It's the little things he does for her. How he treats her kindly and as if she were just any other, ordinary person. Back at home, she never got this kind of treatment. It was different back then. Stressful.
He'll never know just how much she appreciates it.
With a hum of her own, she steps to his side. She twirls a bit as if testing her new cape. It stays on, thankfully. It's like it was meant to be there all along.
"Well, we should head back, right?"
Silver nods as he takes a step toward the mirror chamber. He's a bit surprised to see her come along, although her presence isn't unwanted.
"Is there a reason you're heading this way?" He asks. Ramshackle was on campus, there would be no need for her to go this way. Unless... "Is...Ramshackle still not finished being repaired?"
Locket holds back a sigh but her face falls regardless. "It's still being worked on. I could stay in one of the rooms and I tried to, but the ghosts wouldn't let me. They shooed me out to go find a safer room on campus." She says with a light chuckle. Those ghosts always seemed to have her back.
"Where have you been staying then?"
"Pomefiore! They welcomed me there. Although I wasn't planning to stay there for too long..." She'd rather spend time in another dorm, but she wasn't in a position to be picky. It didn't help that most students could throw her out of the dorm if they really wanted to. While she may not mind a night out under the stars, she's certain that Grim would.
"I see..." Silver nods in thought. For a moment, his eyelids grow heavy. Sleep always tries to take him when he least expects it. But he can't allow himself to sleep, not now. A gentle hand touches his shoulder and that seems to do the trick. An apologetic look stems from him as he turns to Locket. "Sorry." He doesn't need to apologize, but he does anyway. It's become a bad habit that he could never truly shake off. "The ghosts must really care for you."
"They do! Me and Grim!" She replies. "I had to admit, I do miss being around them too. You should visit when it's repaired!"
Her eyes light up at the thought. She'd love for him to come to her home. Especially since it should be better than before. At least she hopes so. Anything would be better than having a large hole in the wall and allowing the outside forces in. Regardless of how her dorm turns out, she's looking forward to it despite not hearing his reply.
"I'd love to." Silver puts on a little smile. He truly would enjoy being at Ramshackle. It's a decrepit dorm, or it had been, but it had sprung to life thanks to her. It had her personal touch everywhere. He had to admit that he missed visiting it. "I'm sure you'll be back soon."
They continue to chat all the way up to the mirror chamber. Various topics come up, but it's mostly Locket speaking and Silver listening. He enjoys the sound of her voice. It helps keep him grounded and awake. And she doesn't mind telling him about her day or things she has planned. Especially if they involve him.
Silver almost hates that they have to part ways. Her presence is...warm. It's difficult to put into words, but he enjoys being around her more than he ever thought he would.
"You can keep the jacket," Silver tells her before she can begin taking it off. "In case it ever gets cold...it's yours to use."
He feels proud. He's happy to lend her something of his that she can use. It's almost embarrassing to feel this way, but he enjoys the feeling. He did something good for her and it makes his heart feel light.
Locket's hands waver on his jacket. For a moment, she considers taking it off and insisting he takes it back. It was his! And yet...a part of her wants to keep it. To have it around her every now and then and to enjoy the feeling of warmth she gets from it. It's nice and soothing and comforting. It reminds her of him.
Oooooo may I ask about 🫂 and 🎭 headcanons for Fei please?!
And if you're still up for more, than 👗 and 🧸 headcanons for Saru please and thank you! uwu///
Thank you so much for the ask! Sorry this took so long, I had to think about it
🫂: a hc about friendship
WHOA buckle up this one's a tad bit personal. Him and Saru have been in a "friendship" until they were around 20 years old. Maybe they updated the label to "BEST friends" once, but that was the peak of it (still was a huge step for Saru) (and this made me remember a really bad shitpost scenario ft. my OC). That's when Saru went "haha if it weren't for him, I would be dead by now, might as well just-" and pulled his head out of his ass (this means "stopped being a coward" for those who don't know) and really said "I love you" for the first time without beating about the bush (The reason Fei didn't feel the need to confess before Saru is a topic for another time but here's a hint: it was not because he was afraid of rejection). The thing is, by that point they had been kissing (and everything else basically) in high frequency for a few years already. Most things you'd think are a couple thing, they probably had done already. Their Something, as I like to call it bc that's how Saru started thinking about it one day as well, just had no real label beyond friends (which to Saru is already a special thing, anyway). And they didn't even really feel the need to label it. It was beyond categorization. Their special Something. I'm relatively new to this label in particular, but I guess this goes in the direction of the QPR domain (label that's v dear to me also). Yeah so turning their weird little beautiful Something into an official relationship was in and of itself just a matter of formalities. Quite literally almost nothing changed after they became official partners. But they sure do enjoy telling each other they love each other from that point on. (This makes me wanna reread the other times I've talked about this... damn)
Okay all jokes aside, the real hc was, Zanark and Fei actually get on pretty well. Fei gets on with a lot of people, sure, but Zanark is not so into being friends with everyone and he likes Fei a lot. He thinks Fei is amazing for still being the way he is, for not caving in and letting all that happened weigh him down forever although life has evidently dealt him a bad hand. But he also thinks Fei should most definitely not be shouldering all the burden by himself. I and a friend of mine agreed that it would have been nice if Fei had gotten to structure his thoughts in a more personal talk with someone before the final match. You know, unpacked a bit about Everything that was racing through his head, stated his motivations to someone, made up his mind on some stuff. More explicitly and in more depth and length than canon allowed him to. And even tho Zanark is no expert at comforting, we both thought that Zanark would have liked to check up on him. And Fei would have not had such a hard time explaining some things to him because they are from the same time etc etc. So we roleplayed something that you can imagine as a scene that happened off-screen. It was very very nice I loved that
🎭: a hc about what they lie about
Hard one. Fei doesn't lie a lot. He really sucks at that, as Saru mentioned once. He downplays things or avoids talking about certain topics altogether instead. So even if that's technically cheating, I'll tell you about that instead. He has a tendency to downplay his own feelings and needs. He wants to look after everything and everyone as much as he can and he forgets that he deserves breaks and somebody looking after him too.
👗: a hc about their clothing style
HHHH lotta thoughts on this one actually. But I'mma control myself. Saru is half This Guy Has No Fashion Sense, half Extra. He only knows how to dress when he really wants to. He's gender non-conforming about it. The harder you tell him he shouldn't wear this or that, the harder he wears it. Because he runs on spite. He will wear it because he can, fuck your whole life heteronormativity. He has overly specific kinds of clothes that he feels good in. He loves wearing heels because he is like the dog on the counter that likes feeling Tall.
Okay, so I don't get carried away any more, here's sth more specific: in his generally tad bit less bold first 3-5 years post-CS, he always found himself returning to oversized hoodies and pullovers. There was a rather simple black one that he wore often.
🧸: a hc about their childhood
Hah this one's hard... because these are the thoughts I really only speak about once in a blue moon, even privately with the people closer to me. Let me try and find something that won't feel so exposing (for lack of a better word) in my head.
Once again a beta hc that may change in the future: I like to think that similarly to Fei's rabbit, he once owned a monkey plush. Basically from birth on. I have not yet made up my mind about what exactly happened to it, but whichever was its fate, it wasn't good. Saru quickly grew to be not very fond of it because of who he got it from and what it stood for, to lightly put it. The plush has experienced his beginner attempts at externalizing his inner pain.
