Hello! I love your work! And I can understand being a full time student... It sucks. Anyway, I was wondering if you could write some headcanons of the M9 with a reader who has been holding back their power for fear of the rest of the group hating/fearing them? Then it like comes out during a battle or something? Go wild! Romanic or platonic which ever one you prefer!!! Hope this isn't too long....
Hello! Sorry for the wait. Things have been... a mess of late but here it is so I hope it was worth it and lives up to your expectations. 😘
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(Caleb)
From the moment Caleb met you, the two of you instantly bonded over your fondness for the arcane but for that very same reason he held you at arm’s length for the longest of times. Caleb has a difficult past with magic users like him, like you and trust does not come easily despite the fact he genuinely likes you. So when he told you his former master had the annoying habit to poke around in people’s minds, you simply vowed to keep your ability to do the same a secret, never using it again.
You may have lost self control when faced with his former master and the lowkey threats Trent made, the way Caleb responded, and froze did not sit well with you. You let go of that barrier by accident, allowing your own mind to pierce through the archmage’s and see some of the dirty little secrets he keeps, and made him aware of that fact, in doing so as well as the rest of the Mighty Nein. Caleb did not share in the confusion of the others of how you attained this knowledge as he recognised the look of his former master, one he’d seen many times. Once the immediate threat was dealt with and you were alone again Caleb refused to acknowledge your presence.
Confrontation is unavoidable, Caleb knows. He just needed time to process. In doing so, and blocking you out entirely he’d lost sight of how it affected you until he was ready to face you. He saw the hurt he caused and hated every second of it, regretted it. He worked with Beau to make the discovery of your ability a talking point, in the hopes you were willing to answer questions and when you revealed your motives for keeping this secret, he just felt sorry for you. He’ll help you gain an understanding of your affinity to pierce minds if you wish and little by little will become more comfortable with this power simply because of who you are and how you wield it.
(Beau)
Hating nothing more than hypocrites and people that try to control others Beau does not hold back from letting those people know exactly what she thinks of them. You can gather that the ability to sometimes make people do your bidding with a few carefully picked words falls into the same category and if your chosen target is unable to resist your charm, they’ll be at your mercy. It’s a terrible thing to have and more a curse you desperately want to be rid of than a divine blessing.
Having lost the upper hand entirely and the situation spinning out of control you resorted to the final measure, in the hopes to avoid bloodshed, and quite possibly the death. The effects of your charm are entirely visible when it takes hold and when you got the ringleader of your opponents along with some of their lackeys to suddenly stand down, it became clear it was you, no questions were asked as you urged everyone to leave, but Beau refused to lose grip on your arm throughout your escape.
Beau dropped into a rant about what’s up, what happened and how you did it, barely giving you a moment to answer her questions and explain yourself between your own panting from the energy you just drained by using your charm. Beau explains she doesn’t hate you for keeping it a secret nor for having this power in the first place. If anything she understands being born with a burden you’re forced to bear and no way out. If you want to get rid of this power she will read every book available to the Cobalt Soul and exhaust their resources for you. Though, it’s quite hot when you speak in that tone you do when charming people… Might have other consensual uses too…
(Fjord)
It’s no secret to Fjord you come from a controlling family who’s expectations you were unable to live up to. If anything he applauds you for fighting free and leaving those people behind. Though, the more time you spent with him and the more he learns about you the more questions pop up and the more pieces seem to be missing. Not even his suave talking can get you to spill the secrets there and if he’s honest, it’s a little frustrating.
Another argument arises and worse than the ones before. You’re siding with Caleb and Jester. He sides with Beau while the others remain neutral and at one point Fjord strikes a chord. How are you able to make this decision when you’re always the one to shy away from conflicting emotions? That’s enough. Conflicting emotions indeed. Fjord watched you lose control for the first time and found out exactly why you try to avoid the things you do. He still can’t help his curiosity though. When the others step away distancing themselves, he steps forward.
The fur growing, teeth sharpening and eyes changing to a golden yellow, halfway through turning into something monstrous. That is your curse to bear. You try and fight off the lycanthropic transition, letting the pain run through and where you thought you’d be shunned, it’s Fjord rubbing your back, whispering all will be alright and you’re still you that makes you actually believe him. If anything, to him it’s pretty awesome you’re a werewolf and he’d love to learn more about lycanthropy if you’d let him.
(Veth)
Veth doesn’t know about your life before you joined the Nein. Some questions were asked of course but the subject seemed too touchy to approach, which despite curiosity, can be respected due to the implied severity. That doesn’t mean she hasn’t rifled through your things because what if you’d be a danger to her boy? She just couldn’t help herself. She found a letter addressed to you, from your mother it seemed; asking if you were enjoying your adventures. Veth seemed to miss the sarcasm in these words, as well as the implied threat demanding your return to your home.
Turns out Veth wrote a letter on your behalf, telling your ‘mother’ you’re doing well and where your adventures have taken you, will take you and maybe you’d pass by soon. Turns out that was a terrible terrible idea and came back to haunt everyone because now you’re fighting your ‘siblings’. Nothing worse than a coven of witches with a magic beyond the understanding of anyone in this group beyond yourself. So you tapped into your teaching, in that horrid dark power and used it to banish your siblings back where they came from. You hated every second of it, feeling that darkness spread and urging you to use more power.
Retreated and resigned you distanced yourself, crying yourself to sleep whenever no one was watching at the resurfaced memories, knowing you’d now be a risk to your friends-your new family and fearing they might ditch you just for that. Veth noticed though. She heard your sniffles in the night and came to check up. She didn’t say anything but gave you this sad smile as she put your head in her lap and stroked your hair until tears stopped. She keeps doing so until you feel safe and comfortable once more. You’re her family too. She’ll kick some witch ass any day for you.
(Jester)
Magical and divine patrons are not always like Jester’s. If anything Jester was lucky to end up charming the one she did. You envy her for it. Questions about your patron were asked left and right by the others and the blue tiefling of course. Who is your deity? Are they cool like the Traveler? Or are they more lame and only speak to you in winds and lightning? Your deity whispers alright. You’ve ran far and wide to get away from her but she’s relentless and you’d rather spare the Nein her wrath or be forced to turn them into some sacrifice for her. You’d die before you’d let that happen. You’d never use your abilities granted to you by her. Not if you can help it.
Of course it had to be the overbearing archfey himself to ruin everything. He’d been iffy about you and when he questioned Jester about you and your ‘deity’ in the hopes of possibly converting another lost soul to his cult, he quickly came to regret it when he put two and two together. Next thing you know you’re in the middle of a fight and invoke a death by a thousand cuts on your enemies. Your mistress relishes in this bloodshed and you’re so afraid of the aftermath of that power.
Jester doesn’t understand why you’re so panicked and paranoid in the aftermath of something so awesome. Sure, maybe a little much but you absolutely obliterated that monster carving it to shreds without even touching it! You have to come clean and swear over her shoulder you can see the green and red glare threatening you not to harm the girl and keep your shit to yourself but you decide fuck it. He created this mess. So you spill all the beans about being favoured by the Bloody Siren herself who now haunts your life. Maybe the Traveler can be your new patron. Let’s see how Vesh likes that one. Let’s see how long he lasts against her…
(Caduceus)
Caduceus doesn’t know a single thing about arcane magic. He’ll be the first to admit. That’s more your expertise and he’s glad to let you take the lead when it comes to the subject. But that doesn’t explain your vast knowledge of death. Everything from anatomy to preserving the remains of the departed. You even know a thing or two about healing it seems but your touch is rougher and not always as considerate of your patient as his own when it comes to it. At first he chalked it up to you having learned from books rather than people but that image seems unlikely at this point. Nevertheless, it’s not his place to dig in your personal business.
You’re trapped, outnumbered, low on spells and surrounded by the bones of the dead you’ll soon join at this rate. You can’t get out without getting into the line of fire and don’t know where the fire is coming from. They’ll smoke you out. You’ll have to come out some point. The Nein is making plans but to no avail. Caduceus overhears you whispering prayers to the Wild Mother, and the Raven Queen asking for their forgiveness. It’s then he notices you carving arcane symbols into a skull and watch a skeleton come to life, and you repeat the process.
Having distanced yourself from the friendly firbolg who’s grown a bit more resigned since your grand and skeletal escape, you’ve been spending your time leaving offerings to the Wild Mother. It’s there he faces you. The conversation is a bit awkward and rough but Caduceus understands why you’ve hidden this ability and he can sympathise with your feelings. He doesn’t hate you for doing what you did but agrees with your sentiment this indeed is a curse best left to the dark and forgotten places.
(Yasha)
Your taste for your meals, specifically meat on the rarer side of things went very well along with Yasha’s own tastes as you two bonded over the culinary discoveries and delecacies, though for meat, still bloody seemed your preference. Any other types would leave a bit on edge and moody but that’s nothing a walk into the forest, fields or wherever else couldn’t fix. You just needed some time to yourself, right? Yasha understands certain foods not being as satisfying as others but the way you eyed that rat in the cage once… that was something else.
In a bit of a pickle your weapons knocked away from you, grappled and restrained you felt a knife plunge into your stomach and the spots dancing in front of your eyes did not do you well. So you took your chances when your attacker’s arm crossed near your face, right within biting range. You saw Yasha cutting through another enemy but you couldn’t take another hit before she got to you or you’d be done for so you bit down, tore through the flesh of your attacker, meeting the eyes of the barbarian who despite her rage, still looked shocked.
You hadn’t tasted humanoid blood in a while and your hunger set in strong. You couldn’t contain your bloodlust and instead revelled in it. But once you came down from that high you had half the mind to run and never look back. Yasha didn’t let you. She told you you look a badass warrior, clawing your enemies apart, tearing them to bits with your teeth. She’d never seen anything like it but that power, that’s something to be admired. Maybe you can both work on finding ways how to wield your strengths together?
(Mollymauk)
Molly doesn’t really comprehend why one would diminish their potential or hide gods-given abilities and gifts. They were given for a reason and now they’re yours, so why not use them? If someone hands you fifty gold, are you just supposed to not spend it? He had a hard time believing you when you told him you’re not remarkable and gifted like him. He’d make a point just to show you how remarkable you are at every opportunity and don’t you argue because you’re amazing. He’ll make you smile and laugh and make a fool out of himself if he has to.
Not all fights are physical. Sometimes a battle is one of wits. The Nein had been failing, not able to offer something to satisfy your enemy. Molly is not unfamiliar with the concept of infernal dealmakers but he never considered you to be one to possess that ability. When your eyes went fiery orange and your smile changed to a twisted one, it didn’t take long to have a devilish contract signed in blood to seal the deal with this enemy. The sheer amount of loopholes and clauses you managed to turn into your favour is astonishing.
But upon completion your smile did not return, and your fingers remained twitchy. Never had you thought to find yourself to giving into what you and your family had spend generations repressing. You know the risks and dangers that come with it but before you had any opportunity for the fight or flight instincts to kick in when facing the Nein, Molly had an arm wrapped around your shoulders, guiding you along, seeing how much this pained you. For the first time he truly understood why you wouldn’t use something like this. He’d do anything to make you more at ease and feel comfortable in your own skin again.
(Essek)
Time is something so delicate. So many things undiscovered and simply impossible to figure out. Essek doesn’t like the implication of that word; impossible, in the context of time. His study of dunamancy is just testament to that. You might not be a prodigy in the fields he is but you have a reasonable understanding of it given your field of expertise is divination. It’s all patterns and numbers in the end and both you and Essek know that in the past creatures have been able to affect time to an extend. The possibilities are endless, just not studied deeply enough. You’ve been Essek’s voice of reason in the past, when he loses sight of the bigger picture at hand.
Aeor has been a place of many secrets, some regarding or connected to dunamancy. It’s been an interesting place of research for the both of you but holds many dangers. You faced plenty of these horrid creatures left to roam. And when one was about to take a big chunk out of Essek, you stepped in. You saw it happen. Saw the drow bleeding out, in pain, saw him meeting his end, so you stepped in. You called upon the endless void within yourself, and changed just a single thing, moving in between the cracks of linearity and suddenly the creature overshot, allowing you to get Essek out of the way just in time.
Essek is no fool. He knows when larger magics are at play and the guilty look in your eyes is enough to say you know what’s up. He appreciates you at least still had the mind to get both of you out of the maws of that beast and to safety before you explained what happened. You were practically shaking. Essek went over the many possibilities and potentials of that kind of time manipulation. Though, when you told him the price was years off of your own life to do so, those plans fell to shreds. He’d not sacrifice your life for this. He cares too much about you.
👉👈 The M9 reacting to their crush confessing to them?
Jester
Elated. Ecstatic.
Cannot stop herself from cheering and grabbing their crush up in a hug
However she also gets quite flustered so that and her excitement war with each other - let her calm down a bit and it’ll be golden
Molly
Big slow grin, maybe biting a lip with a cocked eyebrow
To say he expected it may be overreaching but he’s confident enough in himself that he’s not too surprised
Immediately pulls you into a kiss with a grin
Fjord
This big “suave” goofball is just a blushing mess
He tries to be smooth and ask them into a relationship but he trips over his words and wants to die of embarrassment
It’s very endearing and you can bet he immediately goes to beau to tell her what happened
Veth
She’s pretty sure at first that this much be some sort of joke
Kind of blabbers on for a bit after the confession like “are u sure?” Until her crush finally shuts her up with a hug or peck on the cheek
If still with Yeza, she definitely has his permission to pursue this development
Beau
A huuuuge grin breaks out on her face
She’s flustered but not so much that she can’t proceed to flirt with her crush more
Would be like “ok date now? 10 minutes? Let’s go” she has no chill - let her enjoy the happiness
Caleb
Bright red, immobilized, speechless
Stutters thru asking “me really?” And gets even more worked up when assured, yess, you you dummy
Will try to ask other members of the Mighty Nein for advice on how to move forward - Beau probably had the best advice for him (trust your instincts you doofus, they like you, enjoy it)
Yasha
Just Yasha.exe has stopped working
She never anticipated that her crush would like her back! It takes her a while to come back to the moment and answer
Is soooo gentle with her crush after they’ve admitted to her. She still can’t believe her luck
Hello! I am in the market for some critical role fic requests, especially characters x reader. If you have any, please let me know! Just nothing too nsfw please ;)
Hi! I love your writing! Your pre and post 'tumble in the hay' head canons for EXU were really good. Could I request the same for the Mighty Nein + Essek? Before, after, or both (whatever you're comfortable with!) Thanks!
Thank you! I'll be going with the pre-tumble for this one as there's another request asking for the post so I'll write them both. Hope you enjoy this one! 😘
(Caleb)
If you’re not close already, Caleb will make an effort to get as close to you as possible. If you’re walking he’ll place a hand on the small of your back, letting it slide just a little lower than perhaps appropriate but not noticeably so. Caleb is a master of keeping his need for your affection hidden and the desire for something more intimate is no exception.
Something you learned early on into your intimate relationship is that Caleb can be a bit of a tease, taking great joy in getting you in the right mood, and keep going, unless you let him know you’re not in the mood, pushing you little by little until you drag him off to a reasonable place to show him exactly in what type of mood he’s gotten you.
Despite what some people may think, he’s anything but shy on the matter of sex or sexual themes as shown by his interest in a good amount of smut books. If anything there’s a lot to be learned in books so you might just be in for some new creative things after a trip to the Chastity’s Nook.
(Beau)
Beau’s not shy in her need for physical pleasure. It’s when feelings are involved she gets a little.. unsure what to do with herself. She might be totally confident in the act itself and after too but admitting to her needs is a gamble. ‘Hey! wanna fuck?’ can take a full one eighty to her inconspicuously trying to get away from the group and ask if you want to go elsewhere.
The monk loves you and that love for you extends to a physical attraction but when she’s in her courageous mood, she will have her hands all over you, smack your behind, tongues down each other’s throats in the hallway, alley, against a tree, anywhere convenient really, is just the way to go.
When she’s more held back, she’ll drop hints left and right, and wait for you to catch on, but if you do catch on and decide to tease her a little by making her wait, be prepared to pay for that the moment you’re behind closed doors.
(Fjord)
The poor man gets awkward when around other people expressing physical affection that’s a little more than handholding or a brief peck. Anything more will get him flustered beyond imagination and should anyone catch on, it’ll be even worse.
It’s in the moment Fjord finds his courage. Whenever you’re standing on the bow of the ship together, he’ll gently wrap an arms round you, drawing you close, and all you need to do is give him one look; dare him to make that first move. It’ll automatically give him that little push he needs, kissing you like there’s no tomorrow.
Fjord’s a charmer through and through and once that awkwardness is gone and over, he’s relentless. If you’ve been intent on making him blush he’ll have you hot and bothered in but a few sentences. His ability to do so brings him great satisfaction and let’s be honest, you’re not complaining either.
(Veth)
She takes it as she sees it. What more is there to say? She’s not shy and will make anyone around her cringe and back off if they stand between you and her having a moment to yourselves. She will, in no uncertain terms make clear exactly what she’s planning to do to you, and let you do to her.
If she’s unable to get you away from whatever you’re doing, just you wait because if it’s not important, and can wait until later, she will make it very clear what she wants. Stealing a pencil so you can’t finish some spellwork is the least go your worries. You work too hard. You need a break. She’ll be happy to help you take it without feeling guilty about not getting work done.
Used to being around a child, Veth is less of the spicy physical affection in the company of others but that certainly is a habit she’s willing to break if anyone is holding you up. But if this is not the case there’s silent tells you’re aware of and she’ll be dropping hints like breadcrumbs leading you to her until you follow them and you two get some much needed alone time.
(Jester)
Comfortable with the concept of sex and talking about it Jester uses this as a tool. Whenever you’re busy or caught in a conversation when in the company of others she’ll twist whatever conversation she’s having to one more sexual in nature and make it loud enough to hear.
If you can’t get away yet or are deliberately making her wait she’s not opposed to using her Traveler granted abilities. Thaumaturgy is a great tool to mimic the sensation of being so close to someone you can feel their breath, or feel them whisper in your ear and it just happens to be one of her favourite tricks.
But it won’t take long before Jester takes matters into her own hands sitting herself down on your lap or cuddling up against your side whispering some wildly inappropriate comments that leave you flustered and allow her to whisk you away.
(Caduceus)
(going for nonsexual nonromantic physical affection here)
Rarely does Caduceus get needy for physical affection. There’s usually more than enough hugs to go around but there’s times the hug of his fellow Mighty Nein or his family just aren’t it. That’s why he loves having you around as for some reason you always know exactly what he needs.
He’s patient and respectful of your own life, not willing to interrupt whatever you’re doing but will send gentle signals so let you know once you’re done and have both the time and headspace he’d love a moment of your time.
Hugs, cuddles or the likes are all a blessing to him as your energy alone brings him some much needed comfort. You’ll always ask what he needs and whenever you oblige, it brings a smile to his face knowing he can count on your friendship and the trust you two have built to be able to confide in each other and sate your physical desire for closeness to another without expectations or strings attached. You’re just the best.
(Yasha)
Yasha is somewhat of a gentle giant when it comes down to it. She’ll get close to you, whisper sweet nothings in your ear or whenever she passes you, but these compliments are different from her usual ones, and if she’s feeling particularly confident; outright lewd. The hints dropped are not so inconspicuous.
Like combat but missing the violence, you’ll make jabs at each other to see who will relent first, and drag the other off. You’re on equal scores as if there’s one thing the woman doesn’t like it’s losing. It’ll be wandering hands, deep passionate kisses and more that have others cringe and fake-gag. The two of you might just take a little bit too much pleasure in flaunting your relationship.
But when push comes to shove and you’ve pushed far enough Yasha’s gaze will grow cold. You know you will not see the light of day until hours later then because she will throw you over her shoulder and drag you off to your shared sleeping place or any other secluded spot and show you exactly how much she loves you.
(Mollymauk)
Molly’s a tease. That’s just a fact but his teasing is not always exclusively meant to get you all hot and bothered, though he takes great pride in the fact. It’s very much for him too. He’s physically affectionate but his touches get a bit more… well more when he’s particularly needy.
Be prepared for kisses down your neck and jaw, little bites and nibbles as he goes, hands wrapped around you, keeping you in place, which is a mercy given your knees might just give out with the ministrations he provides. His biggest pleasure is getting you to break your straight face. He could be granted the world but breaking your straight face is priceless.
There is one thing that’s better though and that’s when you decide to return the favour, trailing kisses wherever you can reach, making bedroom eyes, letting your hands wander, and the result is always divine but you also have a tendency to do these things right before either of you have something that needs to be handled immediately and he’s not very patient so be prepared for relentless payback that’ll leave you moaning his name.
(Essek)
Awkward and unsure on what to do and how to handle it Essek is at a loss. He’s never had to bother before but whenever you’re surrounded by other people, he’s so afraid these people can read him like an open book the moment he pulls you away. The thought alone discolours his cheeks and leaves him in a bit of panic.
There’s only two ways this can go. He’ll approach you and make up some excuse to pull you away, not making eye contact with anyone. Or he’ll try to gain your attention, surgically remove you from the situation until it’s just you and him. He’s not entirely confident if this goes unnoticed because from you by his side he can see your gentle smirk crawling on your lips.
If you have mercy on him you’ll notice before he has to approach, or when he does you’ll excuse the both of you expertly cutting it short but of course at least one of your shared friends must call you two out for wandering off for some privacy and it leaves him very much needy for your affection to get rid of his embarrassment, despite you assuring there’s no shame in asking what he needs even if that is sex.
Just read your pre + post tumble in the hay hcs with the EXU crew, could you do the same for the M9 please?
As pre tumble was sent in by another requester I split them up so he's the aftercare headcanons for the Mighty Nein! Hope you enjoy them. 😘
(Caleb)
Like with many mundane things in life Caleb feels like he’s catching up on lost time. That’s exactly why he takes great care and wants to do things right, take his time and not rush if not necessary. Nothing is better to him than coming down from a high in your arms. Not only does it make him feel like he’s whole again but it makes him feel warm and free of burdens.
Just after sex there’s this moment where he can let his mind wander without it going to dark places. All it takes is looking at you, the rise and fall of your chest, the light gleam of sweat across your skin, the smile you give him as your breathing calms and your arms wrap around him, hold on so gently, nothing in this world could make him feel like you make him feel.
Every time when the raging bright mind of the wizard returns it’s focused on you entirely still. In the most casual way he’ll ask you how you’re doing and every time that casual lazy tone makes chuckle. Of course you’re doing great; you’re in the arms of your lover enjoying the comforts you have to offer to each other and have no intention of leaving your safe space any time soon.
(Beau)
She’s a big girl! Beau needs no clingy cuddles after sex. She’ll tell you she usually never stuck around until morning after a night well spent. You. Call. Bullshit. Doesn’t take you long to do so. Because, while Beau may have some experience in the field, it’s actually not a lot and she’s got attachment issues so sticking around has rarely been in her best interests.
That’s where you come in. You’ll wrap your arms around her and pull her close and she’ll complain but give in quickly because turns out post sex cuddles are green and she really enjoys them but she’s made her point and committed so when she counters she’s totally doing this for you and not for herself, just let her think you believe her.
It’ll take some time but eventually she’ll come around and admit she’s grown quite fond of your cuddles to where she’ll initiate them. It’s a bit of a learning curve to find out what post-sex rituals suit your collective needs but Beau’s happy to have you give her that space to figure out what she likes and doesn’t like.
(Fjord)
With a tendency to learn quickly and adapt to situations in but a moment, Fjord tends to use that skill on you too. Especially early on in your intimate relationship after he gets over the initial awkward of being close and vulnerable to someone and be in it for the long game, he’ll be at your beck and call, taking care of your needs before his to cover up for anything he thinks he’s lacking.
After he’s gotten a good estimate of your preferences he’ll take initiative on providing them without you having to ask or take that first step yourself. So when you bring it up and ask him what he likes or prefers, Fjord just shuts down, just completely short wires. In the past he’s used physical attraction to get something he needed out of it but never once did he actually take into consideration what he likes.
Luckily it turns out your aftercare preferences align pretty closely. He does like your praises, telling him you love him, calling him sweet things, and perhaps even getting a little into the details of exactly what he did right earlier, vivid detail. The latter will get him flustered and he’ll have his mouth on yours in a heated kiss before you can continue.
(Veth)
Veth takes great pleasure and comfort in caring for you. She’ll hold you close first. You’re her treasure after all but slowly little she’ll reluctantly leave your warmth to get a cloth or two to wash the sweat from your skin and gently massage your limbs rubbing away all the aches that may have arisen.
She’s a firm believer if sleep is still far from your minds, food will do you good. But of course she doesn’t want to be too far from you for too long and cooking up something together means divided attention, so you’ll have to make do with whatever’s ready and edible.
She’ll pamper you, feeding you grapes like you’re some royalty being taken care of by servants and it might just be a little awkward but Veth only wants the best for you and maybe if you’re in the mood, there’s room for round two?
(Jester)
Now we know this blue tiefling is a little shy when it comes down to it, not knowing if it’s alright to take the first step or not or where it’s leading but that’s all out of the window in your relationship. Her momma taught her right and aftercare is very important for both parties involved so she’ll take those lessons learned.
Fingers dancing across your skin, running through your hair, tracing your features are a big thing for Jester and if you’re returning the favour she’ll be putty in your hands. She’s also a little devious so those wandering fingers might find themselves tracing along a particularly ticklish spot and before you know it you’ll be rolling and laughing.
That’s another important thing to Jester; laughter. It’s the sign you’re happy and she is too, so getting you to laugh be that through whatever antics and teasing she’s got planned or simply through a story or jokes told, it doesn’t matter. Your smiles are wonderful and the more of them she can get the better.
(Caduceus)
(Going for nonromantic nonsexual affections)
As the person he’s most comfortable and closest with when it comes down to physical affection, it comes easy to engage in hugs and cuddles. Being close to each other is just something you both enjoy but you also know there’s a time and place.
Outside of the more obvious displays of affection, it’s not rare for Caduceus to place a kiss on your head as a thanks for helping him pack his belongings, or hold hands while you’re moving around. Whenever you’re tired and lean into his side, he’ll brew you a nice tea before bed and pour one of his own as the two of you just talk until the cups are empty.
The mutual trust and respect that you share in the way you do is something unique to your dynamic and Cad wouldn’t have it any other way. There’s no one he’d rather buzz off next to but perhaps that’s because unlike some of his other friends and family you’re not as much of a snorer and aren’t bothered by his snoring.
(Yasha)
Warrior in the streets gentle lover in the sheets. Yasha loves nothing more than making you feel good and that extends into your after sex rituals. She’ll have her forehead against yours, rubbing circles into your back to get rid of any aches and whisper ‘sorry’s whenever she hits a more painful spot.
How could you not return the favour? Letting your fingers press and smooth out all aches has Yasha moaning and sighing in comfort. She appreciates that; that despite your adventures and the ruggedness you may encounter you can be so gentle in your touches it’s something she aspires to be. She’s doing a damn good job, gentle or not.
Sometimes the touches lead to more and more and if you’re both in the mood another round will be in order and the process is repeated again. Yasha will tell you what you mean to her, how much she cares about you and loves to watch that happy content spread across your features.
(Mollymauk)
There’s only three ways sex with Molly comes to an end. 1; When either of you calls it done. 2; When either or both is exhausted and desperately needs sleep, or 3; when duty calls and you can’t make any excuses to stay in bed or wherever else you hid out for a moment of privacy.
Either way, Molly’s reluctant to let you go. He’ll pepper you with kisses and unless one of the three aforementioned reasons are pressing, those kisses will just be an intermediate. Hands will be wandering, massaging your skin, relieving aches, until they’re replaced by his lips. Every inch of you will get attention but certain areas might just get more than others for obvious reasons.
Molly’s goal is to get you to moan, be that of sexual pleasure or another kind, your moans are music to his ears and he takes great pleasure in them. He’ll talk to you, ask you questions only for your answers to be interrupted by his ministrations drawing your moans. He does it on purpose and loves being able to make you do so. If you had any plans, he’ll help you forget them and revenge is totally necessary. See how long you last until you take charge.
(Essek) (and a bonus Essek because why not)
Essek is so new to this whole affections thing and is still figuring things out. He needs a lot of positive affirmation to feel at ease or his own insecurities will eat him alive. Talking helps but will also leave him flustered if you tell him how much you liked that thing he did and how to perhaps incorporate it more often.
Since he’s still new to physical affection he needs a good minute before he’s ready for any kind of physical touch after sex but he loves it once he’s given you the okay sign. You let him take the lead in that, laying side by side or facing each other until he’ll slowly reach out, fingers brushing your arm or cupping your cheek.
Little by little you’ll find yourselves closer together until you’re in each other’s embrace. Trivial matters, deep philosophical subjects, magic and study, or even just your own lives are all topics that come up during your post sex talks in between the occasional lazy kisses until sleep takes you.
Hey! Hope you’re enjoying the holiday season, however you celebrate! Would you please write about how the members of any party of your choosing celebrate Winter’s Crest/Barren Eve with their s/o? The open-ended party option is meant to be fun, so lmk if it’s better to pick a specific party. Thanks! ❄️💜❄️
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Love this request so I hope you enjoy it just as much as I did writing it! Happy holidays! 😘
(Caleb)
This wizard has not truly celebrated any kind of holiday since leaving the guardianship of his former mentor. The only fond memories of celebrating any type of holiday were with his parents so for the longest of times he just felt wrong to feel good on a day that brings so much pain, guilt and regret but with the Nein, and trouble left far behind, he finally feels like he can be somewhat happy again and allow himself to indulge into that festive spirit.
This mentality leaves him to feel the need to catch up on everything he’s missed so be prepared for an over-planned day of activities and traditions. Before you know it you’re being pulled through the streets from one market stand to another to try some traditional Zemnian delicacies, play games and be showered in gifts with a large heap of affection, as Caleb lets himself go unrestrained. He’ll pull all the tricks out of his sleeve to allow you to share in his experiences and hopes that you may follow old and start new traditions for the years to come.
It fills your own heart with joy to see a happy Caleb, almost childlike in his excitement to introduce you to the things that brought him so much happiness in his formative years, though you might need to slow him down at times and take a break, but sitting down somewhere to watch the people out and about with some steaming cups of gluhwein, pressed up against each other wrapped in layers to keep warm, still very much satisfies Caleb’s reborn holiday spirit.
(Beau)
Beauregard is not one for the holidays. She’s a bit of a Scrooge when it comes down to it. Holidays mean holiday parties and she claims to hate those with a passion because of the ones her parents made her attend and play prim and proper daughter at while she just wanted to drink and forget about the snobs she’d be surrounded by. So when you suggest having a party expect a groaned ‘do we have to’. Bribing with booze and assuring this party does not include any snobs, manners, or other upper class expectations will persuade her.
The winter cold of the Empire definitely means she’s staying in bed until at least afternoon, and if you had anything planned, forget about it. Holidays are meant to be spent together right? And you’re already there. If you had other intentions for those words, Beau will most certainly make you reconsider their meaning and leave you plenty happy to agree with her definition. Though, you have to get up at some point breakfast in bed is a must.
Being away from the holiday cheer of the outside world does Beau good but she too knows she can’t avoid it as her friends will come knocking for a nice gathering. She’ll pretend to be all grumpy about getting dressed all fancy, but will totally hand pick the bottles for the night to be paired perfectly with the food, and slowly slide into her own version of holiday cheer. No need for faked laughter or proper manners when the people around you bring you plenty of smiles and half of them don’t know proper manners anyway.
(Fjord)
Coming from the background he did, Fjord never really experienced holiday celebrations, and if he encountered them, enjoy the fun and move on. On a ship there isn’t really time for big celebrations, there’s work to be done after all and any time a ship makes port after a few weeks to months at sea, it’s a party like any holiday so having you to introduce him to traditions and customs of a proper one is a bit of a learning curve but he genuinely enjoys it.
Seeing the joy it brings you is enough of a reason for him to go full in on the commitment regardless of him getting it right. Kisses whenever you walk under a palm tree, right? That’s great! Port in Nicodranas means there’s plenty of palm trees. It takes you a bit to catch on but after being stopped for the eighth time under yet another palm tree, you can’t contain your laughter and leave the half orc flustered. Kisses under palm trees are now a thing for you.
When you tell him traditionally gifts are involved and you already have the perfect one for him, watch him guide you back to the little trinket you admired at one vendor in the streets and instantly buy it for you as a gift. Please don’t tell the man his company and dedication to learning is gift enough for you or he might just overheat. One hundred percent will he summon Star Razor to make it snow above your head despite the warm tropical climate.
(Veth)
Veth is very used to the holiday traditions; a decorated home in advance, freshly baked cookies to be decorated on the day, a pile of nicely wrapped gifts waiting to be opened, and the promise of a delicious roast for dinner. Holidays mean spending time with family, both old and new and she tends to go all out, trying to include everyone as the size of said family has grown by quite a bit.
Sharing this experience with you, if you wish so will absolutely be the best gift she could ask for. You’ll be putting up the shiniest of decorations, and make some of your own but for the love of Pelor, do not ask her where she got them from because the less you know, the better. Picking out presents together is no better, because she’ll manage to take some while shopping you don’t even notice while she’ll have all of yours figured out, not able to cope with the curiosity of what you’d gotten her.
While Veth has significantly cut back on her alcohol habits, once only the adults remain and everything else is a tomorrow’s problem, the drinking games are fair game. Too intoxicated to remember the rules? Pshhhh, like you remembered them before that one glass too many! As long as you’re having fun together, that’s all that counts. To Veth the holidays are meant to be spent with your loved ones and that’ll always include you right there. No exceptions.
(Jester)
Coming from a loving household holiday cheer was a given for Jester, though traditions may very well vary from those within the Empire or anywhere in the world, the port city always had been a mashup of traditions around the world. Just pick and choose whichever ones fit your needs because she does! Family of course is very important and she’ll enlist you to help out with that fact. Begged you for helping her with this one thing, as she needs no other gift. Better agree and be showered in hugs and kisses and ‘thank you thank you thank you’s when you do.
The help Jester needed included in getting that family together. She forgot to mention that meant arranging another parent trap to get her mom and dad to celebrate too with the rest of you like one happy family. Now this made you a little uneasy for pulling such a stunt with your in-laws but Jester, charming as she is had you wrapped around her finger.
Honestly, you don’t know what she did or how she did it, but with your help getting her parents to go where she needed them, was a big surprise that must have involved some kind of (not-so) divine intervention. Either way, you had a lovely picnic at the beach with plenty of gifts exchanged and some surprise fireworks and mysterious mistletoe growing right overhead. All in all it was a happy moment and worked out perfectly. That’s exactly why you love this mischievous little troublemaker.
(Caduceus)
There’s only so many things one is aware of when living so remote the troubles of civilities rarely bleed through and this includes the multitude of celebrations. Caduceus knows plenty of holy days for the gods where rites and rituals are performed in their honour but he’s completely oblivious to any celebratory customs of those outside the Blooming Grove’s lands. It honestly leaves him so confused why certain things are a thing let alone how they work.
Seeing your excitement is reason enough for Caduceus to keep a close eye on you running around, claiming to have lost track of the date while you make decorations from whatever you can find and hang it around the place, using a bit of magic here and there. When he sees you stressing out he’ll offer to help and he has to admit, there’s something relaxing about making garlands by hand and infusing old jars with magic lights to string up on some spare rope to light up the place.
Your holidays take up on this after he gets the hang of it and while it’s mostly diy, you collect and create and make it truly yours, modifying and creating your own traditions to suit your needs and celebrate with your families, just making it a jolly get-together regardless of deities and other customs. You got your own now.
(Yasha)
Holidays like you’re used to are not a thing where Yasha comes from and it wasn’t until the carnival she got in touch with any. For the stoic intimidating warrior she is, she really lets that softer side shine through during these festivities and it’s heavily influenced by her carnival family so quite a few of the ‘traditions’ she’s learned are not exactly the same as the ones you know to be more commonly accepted.
Last one out of bed being the one to prep dinner being another because the moment your feet touched the ground Yasha tried to pull you back but it was already too late. You didn’t know why and just gave her a kiss to go about your day, pick up your last gifts and so on but when you returned the woman was frantically running around the kitchen, the place a mess of dirty bowls and platters, spoons, knives and a whisk or two.
You might try and help her out and she’ll let you because she won’t say no to you but will claim it’s her responsibility as you got up first. How could you stay away from the kitchen when the food being prepped smells absolutely divine and your lover is right there working her arse off? So you’ll help wherever you can until the two of you have a delicious meal to yourselves, exchanging some gifts and all in all just spend the rest of the day together.
(Mollymauk)
This devious little shit’s got plans. None of those plans you’re supposed to be aware of. It’s a secret. Secret surprises for his lover because he wouldn’t be him if he didn’t spoil you filthy to his hearts content. All traditions he’s collected over his time with the carnival have all blended together anyway so he’ll pick and choose and make it up as he goes if necessary. Call out his bullshit if you dare. He’ll tease you with kisses and wandering hands to no end either way.
The day starts good, warm and cozy, in each other’s embrace, plenty of kisses, cuddles and all-round affection to go around. Maybe even something a little more spicy to keep warm. Breakfast in bed is nonnegotiable. It’ll be the best money can buy wherever you are at the moment. If there’s no bathing opportunities in the place your staying at, money will be flaunted to buy the best options at whatever spa or bath house is available to be seriously pampered.
Molly will take you on a little adventure or two because no holiday is complete without at least one bar fight or similar to keep you both on your toes, and the drink is good too but he definitely does not object to some peace and strolling down the streets and window shopping. Returning to your friends and family of course has to be a grand event, it’s a party after all so count on a big celebration of joy and happiness, dancing, drinking and all the affection one can muster because the night is still young, even if it’s not…
(Essek) a little holiday bonus for you folks 😘
Essek prefers to spend his time away from the big broad outside world, or in other words; far away from people he’s got no interest in meddling with, and limiting any and all unnecessary social interactions. He’s not Scrooge but just never had any interest in spending any more time with people than absolutely necessary. Keyword had. Because you waltzed in his life and when you expressed your love for the festive season, he simply had to indulge, if only to see you happy.
Scouring all sources he can find in the days leading up to ‘the big day’ to learn as much as he can about traditions, customs and other habits he thinks he’s totally prepared, good to go and plans made to deliver to you the best of holidays he can provide. On the day itself he got some right, but the Dynasty’s resources on your festive habits are severely lacking or just plain wrong and leave you finding the whole ordeal hilarious.
Fear sets in he might have ruined your holiday but you assure him that is most certainly not the case and you might just find Essek making a fool out of himself out of love for you hilarious, his dedication is not a laughing matter and very much appreciated he tried, and promises to keep trying. Though he does suggest you actually schooling him on what your festive traditions entail in the future. You spend your day together, surrounded by love, laughter and a good heap of embarrassment.
Can I request the Mighty Nein funding out the reader had been hiding a kinda injury
I hope it turned out the way you wanted it! Thanks for requesting 😘
(Caleb)
Caleb is no stranger to physical injury and has embraced his squishy wizard nature. You however have covered up many injuries in the past, letting them heal on their own as you always had before you had handy clerics around to fix you up. Old habits die hard and unlucky for you, when he’s not nose deep in a book Caleb will see right through your brave face act.
Upon finding out you’re injured Caleb would simply sit you down. He’ll take it upon himself to tend to your injury despite your best efforts to convince him you’re fine and it’s just a scratch. He knows better.
Silence. You’ve never managed to get a word out of the wizard when he’s caring for your ailment. He’s completely focussed but will listen to you talk so his silence is not rooted in concentration.
Caleb won’t mention your injury to anyone. It will be your little secret but you’ll be able to catch him staring at you, and when you meet his eye he’ll give you a little half smile; a nonverbal ask to see if you’re alright.
(Beau)
Training accidents happen but hardly ever exceed bruises. A sparring match gone wrong may have ended with you getting a bo-staff to the ribs with a little too much force but you play it cool. It’ll be fine. Just some bruises. You assure Beau you’ll sleep it off and it wasn’t that bad.
Beau’s not entirely convinced and definitely pries until you come clean. Persuasion isn’t Beau’s strong suit but she makes some solid arguments, and threats that leave you forced to reveal your secret.
Upon seeing the injury Beau will curse like a sailor, telling you you should have told her. Best not to mention the trouble breathing… Wether you want to or not she’ll go get the clerics to fix you up despite any and all protests.
Beau will keep grilling you for weeks, bringing your injury up as ammo in any argument she needs won and will keep a close eye out. She’ll refuse to spar with you but we all know Beau likes her training and with you being one of the very few actually able to keep up (sorry Fjord) she’ll give in and beg you to train with her again, this time more mindful of her actions.
(Fjord)
Fjord may play cool but he tends to be a worrywart and when he already has enough on his plate you be mindful not to stress him out by facing him with anything else. That includes you getting a pretty heavy hit from an enemy in combat.
Back on the ship you resign yourself to the lower deck and cargo hold duties as to stay clear of Fjord’s direct line of sight. You’d take the crows nest but an injured leg will do you no good climbing.
Bad weather and a leg injury at sea do not mix well and you, being slammed into the side of the ship unable to get back up sends Fjord in overdrive. He’ll help you below deck to a safe spot and prepare for basic care until one of the clerics can come fix you.
Fjord’s seen enough injuries; others’ and his own and knows well enough what you got didn’t come from your little tumble. He’ll be extra tentative but scold you for not saying anything and telling you you should tell him in the future.
Regardless of the clerics’ opinions he puts you on bedrest for the next few days until he feels like you’ve learned your lesson. Don’t count on being allowed to go up to the crow’s nest for a while though.
(Veth)
Having taken a tumble down the stairs while reading a book and conversing with Caleb (who you had to swear to secrecy) you deliberately stayed clear of Veth unless you had any sort of object to lean on to support yourself.
It’s more out of embarrassment you’re hiding this one even though your ankle hurts like a bitch. Every time you, Caleb and Veth are in the same room you’re sending the wizard death glares when he holds back a comment or laugh at your desperate attempts to keep this a secret.
Veth’s a mom and if there’s one thing moms are good at it’s figuring out when someone’s hurt. The moment your facade falls through, she’ll go into overdrive, pushing you to lay down on a couch or similar soft surface area, rushing to get you extra pillows and the likes.
Be prepared to have Veth hoover over you until you’re in the clear. She’ll do whatever she can to make you comfortable and brings you some trinkets to pass the time. Maybe don’t ask where she got them because they were definitely not in her previous possession.
(Jester)
It was gonna be an epic move! You’d jump down, weapon at the ready to stab down into the creature; death from above! Didn’t go as planned as you got swatted out of the air by the creature before you could strike down.
Luckily no one saw. After the battle you just claimed the plan fell through and you had to improvise. Meaning, you gritted through the pain of being rag-dolled into a cavern wall, got back up through the pain and back to battle.
If only Jester hadn’t asked you to help harvest the monster parts so you could sell them. You could barely carry your weapon, swinging it; different story. But Jester is persistent and you couldn’t just refuse the cute blue tiefling so you obliged gritting through the pain hoping no one would notice you taking a quick breather every so often.
Jester did notice and came to inspect your work, with a tap on your shoulder you feel a radiant warmth spread through you, making breathing and moving in general a lot easier. A thanks is in order and you’re sort of glad Jester keeps this on the down-low.
“Next time just tell me, okay?” Jester makes you pinky promise and you know that’s binding so you better keep your promise.
(Caduceus)
There’s a reason why you leave the cooking to Caduceus. You’ll happily cut some vegetables but try to stay away from anything else throughout the process of preparing food. When Caduceus asked you to watch the stove and add some spices to the food as he rushed to the pantry to get some more ingredients you were worried…
What should you do? Caduceus didn’t tell you how much to add of anything. Maybe you can just sniff the spices? Yeah, that sounds right. Opening the small jars and pouches one by one go through. You add a little of the fragrant ones and a bit more of the neutral spices.
One sniff of a red flaky powder sends you into a coughing fit, your airways burning like a blazing fire. Water doesn’t help. If anything it makes it worse. You get your breathing and cough under control but you do not trust your voice and scalding throat so when the firbolg returns you keep quiet.
No responses from you are a bit odd and what were you thinking you could keep anything from this man. Caduceus calls you out on your behaviour asking questions that need words and not nods, shakes, shrugs or the likes.
Upon you trying to talk he immediately knows what happened. Putting on a quick brew, in a short time you’re presented some tea to remedy your burning throat. It may not be your worst injury ever but it surely is an uncomfortable one. You gain a new appreciation for the dead people tea.
(Yasha)
You felt like you couldn’t do anything but try to hide the bleeding gash on your side, luckily covered by your clothing. Yasha had already gone through enough, last you needed her to deal with is the knowledge she injured you severely when under the control of someone else.
Back to normal you head into the next fight. For some reason you’re faltering and making mistakes you otherwise wouldn’t. Yasha notices and will be at your side in an instance to defend you but a single enemy blow sends you unconscious.
You can confidently say that opening your eyes to a raging barbarian pouring the contents of a healing potion down your throat is one of the most terrifying and admirable moment’s you’ve witnessed in your life.
Yasha asks when you got the cut since your bloodstained clothes don’t 100% add up. Tempted to come up with an excuse Yasha has you figured out. Prepare for endless apologies and a guardian angel watching over your shoulder threatening anyone with even remotely malicious intent into thinking twice about their actions.
(Mollymauk)
Molly will pretend he hasn’t noticed you’re hiding anything when he’s caught on you are being secretive. You’re entitled to your secrets.When he finds out you’re injured that’s no different. Unless it’s something that could be the death of you he’ll play along. You’re stubborn so you get to feel the consequences of your stubbornness.
He’d ask you to help him with this new routine he’s been working on or push you to spar with him. He’d make sure you have to pay extra mind as to not make it hurt as bad as your injury does when resting because that’s when the severity of your injury becomes clear to him.
Molly would deliberately make everyday tasks a little harder. You’re doing dishes? could you carry the heavy tub of water? Setting up camp? Keep pressure on this or hammer that into the ground. Will put your things out of your reach where you’d have to climb or jump to get them.
He’ll keep these shenanigans going until either you come clean about your injury or he really gets worried to the point he’ll have to step in for your own wellbeing. The former usually occurs leaving him smug and willing to carry you claiming to be your daring saviour.
Depending on the severity of the injury he’ll be a pretty decent caretaker spending time with you and assisting you whenever you need it. When it’s not as bad anymore he’ll be teasing you as much as he can. He won’t make you forget your stubbornness and pride gets in your way of admitting defeat and we all know he loves winning the game.
