◉ Synopsis; Qifrey yearns for closeness but never allows himself to indulge in that comfort
◉ Content; Qifrey being a yearner, angst, gn!reader
◉ A/n; after reading more of the manga, I have come to the conclusion that Qifrey, too, would be a yearner. NO SPOILERS PLS- I just started the festival arc. enjoy
Qifrey isn’t one to let himself indulge in comforts. Unfortunately, that includes you. Qifrey stays silent about his affections, settling instead to admire you from a distance, never letting himself get too close. It’s for the best, he tells himself. The less you know, the better.
Qifrey hides the hurt behind gentle smiles. Ever since he became aware of his feelings for you, he’s kept a safe distance- not unnoticed of course
If ever you confront him, Qifrey strategically dodges your questions, always making a quick exit and keeping himself a little too busy
Only when he knows he can do so without being noticed, Qifrey reluctantly allows himself to gaze at you, studying you, committing you to memory as best he can in the second before you turn to face him
Despite his self-imposed distancing, Qifrey can never fully break himself away from you. Affection slips through the cracks of the walls he's built around his heart; making extra snacks for you, sending you off with a gentle "good luck, my friend," placing a blanket over you when you fall asleep at your desk
Every act of quiet affection betrays whatever resolve he had to hold you at arm's length
Qifrey keeps plenty of secrets from you. Some of the many things he doesn't tell you include his deep admirations for you, his deep insecurities about why you seem to care for him, and the reason why he can't tell you any of it
Qifrey's love is contradictory in every sense of the word. He's there for you, but he's distant, reserved. He says he trusts you, but there's so much he doesn't tell you.
If only Qifrey had a spell to calm his anguished mind. It's such a shame that peace and a life with you is all but a dream- one that may forever be out of reach
◉ Synopsis; olruggio is a yearner through and through
◉ Content; romantic x gn!reader, fluff
◉ A/N; currently reading the manga and seeing Olruggio's devotion to the people in his life has me feeling things
Olruggio, as much as he dislikes it about himself, wears his heart on his sleeve. He can't help but let it slip how much he loves the girls, how devoted he is to Qifrey, how much he cares for you- and it drives him mad.
Olruggio constantly finds himself watching you, studying how you move, memorizing details about you that no one else would notice
He can't help but let his mind wander, wondering how you'd feel against him, how your hands would fit into his, how it would feel getting to fall asleep in your arms, face pressed to your chest
This lovestruck dummy is so lost in thought that he frequently makes small mistakes whenever he's around you. Leaving a kindleorb to burn for a bit too long, forgetting to tie up his sleeves before casting spells, watching you instead of where he's supposed to be going when he's walking
Olruggio cherishes every small moment the two of you have, alone or in the company of Qifrey and the girls. Honestly, Olly is happy as long as he's surrounded by the people he cares about- and even happier when you're close to him
He always makes an effort to be closer to you physically and emotionally. Olruggio does his best to make himself emotionally available to you, always a bit awkward in the attempts, but never insincere
He's too shy to initiate straightforward physical affection, so his ministrations will have to suffice for now; ruffling your hair, leaning over to watch whatever you're doing, "accidentally" brushing a hand against yours when passing you things
Olly loves just having you near him, whether its to talk, enjoy a quiet hang out, or even to study together, he'll gladly accept any invitation that allows him to be near you in any capacity
Olruggio the Yearner™ no doubt gets incredibly flustered around you, sometimes for no reason at all. A soft thank you will have his face red in .02 seconds flat. A genuine smile directed at him may as well be the last thing he sees, because he's sure he's gone to heaven
it's obvious to everyone but you how smitten Olruggio is for you. If only he could put his feelings into words... One day he'll find the courage
◉ Synopsis; what do Olruggio and Qifrey like to indulge in during alone time with you?
◉ Content; substance use, headcanons for Olly and Qifrey (can be read as platonic or polyam), Qifrey angst, "smoking" refers to weed/cannabis- not tobacco
◉ A/n; self indulgent for obvious reasons. Enjoy
Yourself, Olruggio and Qifrey are often so caught up in the responsibilities of running an atelier- all of which can be overwhelming if not handled with care- that it's sometimes easy to forget the simple pleasures in life. Time to relax and unwind, therefore, is essential. Lucky for you, when the time comes to indulge in your vices, you have good company to pair with your bad decisions
Olly and Qifrey canonically like to drink, though there are key differences between the two and how they handle their alcohol
No matter how much Qifrey drinks- which generally isn't much, even when you three decide to let loose- his guard always seems to be up. Neither you or Olly can ever seem to get Qifrey to fully relax and neither of you can quite pin the reason why
In contrast to Qifrey, Olly is a surprisingly open and happy drunk. He's much more openly affectionate, initiating casual contact, lingering in yours and Qifrey's space, inevitably falling asleep on one of you
Olly doesn't smoke often, namely due to work and his responsibilities as the watchful eye of the atelier. If he happens to have a couple days off though? It's time to shut his brain off and relax
If you should join him, Olly prefers to smoke in the comfort of his bed, gathering all necessities ahead of time so he doesn't have to worry about getting up
Smoking and drinking with Olly very often includes snacking, fun and/or deep conversations, and cuddles- regardless of if you're in a relationship or not, Olly loves physical contact when he's drunk/high and will often fall asleep on you if you aren't careful
Qifrey doesn't partake in smoking, however that doesn't stop him from watching over you and Olly. If you also don't smoke, you and Qifrey usually act as Olly's designated sober people, there to help and support him should any issues arise
Sometimes it's hard to tell if you're drunk/high on the substances, or on Qifrey and Olruggio's company. Regardless, it's always nice to have this semblance of normalcy, this time to relax and truly enjoy one another
◉ Synopsis; Olruggio loves Qifrey's cooking- the side effects of loving to eat? Not so much. When you notice Olly feeling down and insecure, you decide to step in and show him a little extra love
◉ CW; body dysphoria, negative self talk, mentions of gaining weight
◉ A/N; this is a romantic Olruggio x reader piece with implied poly!Qifrey/reader/Olly, gn!reader (no use of pronouns or references to anatomy)
It started tame enough- Olruggio sneaking some sweets in between working sessions, spending time with Qifrey in the kitchen trying new recipes after the girls went to sleep, absentminded snacking when he was working on new inventions- but all of it started to add up. Olruggio hadn't noticed at first- but now, hyper-aware of the weight he gained, he couldn't help but feel insecure every time he left his room.
You and Qifrey both noticed when Olruggio started spending much more time alone in his room with the door locked. The Watchful Eye of the Atelier shutting himself away presented obvious problems, but beyond that, there was a deep concern for Olruggio's well-being.
Unknown to the two of you, the reason for Olruggio's self-isolation only got worse when you attempted to leave meals at his door. The untouched meals, paired with brief and curt conversations through the door made you and Qifrey decide it was time for an intervention.
You and Qifrey took turns knocking and sitting outside Olly's door while the other watched over the girls. Finally, during your late night "shift," the sadness in your voice as you pleaded for him to come out made Olruggio crack.
He opens the door just slightly, gaze fixed to the floor in shame as he mumbles a half-hearted "what d'yeh want"
Upon seeing the hurt in your eyes, Olruggio caves completely, opening the door wider to let you in and shutting it behind you. Olruggio trudges to his bed, not even bothering to use his Sylph shoes, collapsing into the mass of pillows and blankets and curling up on himself, his arms wrapped around his middle
Taking a seat beside him, you hesitantly reach out, running your fingers through Olly's hair. He sniffles, leaning into your touch and murmuring an "'m sorreh" into the blankets.
"What's wrong, Olly?" The simple question causes him to burst into tears, the dam holding back his flood of emotions finally breaking down. He tells you everything; the way he stares at himself in the mirror, glaring at every curve and roll, wishing it was gone, the way he felt so out of place in his body, how much he feared the idea that you would see him the same way he sees himself
The hand that was petting Olly's hair trailed down to his face, cupping his cheek gently, your other arm held up as a silent invitation for a hug. Olruggio takes it without question
As he lay in your arms, you trail your hands along his sides, whispering all the things you love about him, the reassurances floating around his head like stars, lighting up the dark thoughts that had been plaguing him for days
"Why don't you join Qifrey and I for a midnight snack? I'm sure the girls have gone to bed by now."
Just after you ask the question, Olly's stomach growls loudly, giving you your answer. You stand first, taking Olly's hand and helping him up, leading him down to the kitchen where you, him and Qifrey spend the next couple of hours talking, drinking and snacking
When the two of you finally go to bed, Olruggio falls asleep in your arms, face pressed to your neck
◉ Synopsis; Characters comforting and showing love to their chubby s/o
◉ Content; seperate HCs for Qifrey and Olruggio with a chubby s/o, romantic, gn!reader, established relationship, chubby bodies, mentions of negative self image/talk, anxiety/insecurity, and slight fatphobia
◉ A/n; because someone had some shit to say today, I'm writing a little self indulgent piece to feel better. Enjoy
Qifrey
When Qifrey hears someone make a snide comment about your weight, he doesn't so much as take a breath before ranting at whoever was cruel enough to insult his precious partner
Once he starts, he doesn't stop- Qifrey calls out the inconsiderate, and frankly ignorant, nature of comments like that. Once he voices his qualms, Qifrey wraps an arm around your waist, pulling you close and leading you back to the atelier
Qifrey's default love language is words of affirmation. He repeats the list of everything he loves about you, gently tracing his hand over your face so that his palm resting against your cheek. Afterwards, he takes time to sit with you, murmuring reassurances about how he will always protect and stand by you
Even if you have lingering insecurities about eating, Qifrey gently insists on cooking for you. Not only does he take pride in the fact you enjoy his food, but he also loves watching you eat- knowing that you're nourished and happy means the world to him
Olruggio
As kind and patient as Olruggio is, he is not a pushover. If someone has anything remotely negative to say about you or your appearance, Olruggio is telling them off immediately. He makes his anger and disappointment very clear and afterward, storms off with you in tow
Whether it's a direct result of a negative comment from someone, or it's thoughts born from your own anxieties and insecurities, Olruggio is there to dispell any negative things you have to say about yourself
In times such as these, Olruggio will default to physical displays of affection; bringing you into his arms for a comforting hug, allowing you to rest your head against his chest, peppering you with kisses, and letting his hands wander, gently squeezing your tummy, hips, love-handles, and thighs
Olruggio adores how soft you are. One of his favorite things to do with you is cuddle. There have been numerous times Olruggio has fallen asleep (or at least damn near) in your arms after just a couple minutes. He can't help but love the plushness of your body, finding endless comfort in the feeling of you pressed against him
◉ Synopsis; As a Seer, you experience many premonitions- some mundane, others disturbing
◉ Content; MAJOR MANGA SPOILERS, Qifrey and Olruggio (separate HCs), can be read as romantic or platonic, some angst, reader and O/Q were apprentices together, gn!reader
◉ A/n; I had some ✨ideas✨ for this one that I hope ended up coming out okay. Enjoy
MANGA SPOILERS UNDER THE CUT
Qifrey
As your friendship with Qifrey developed and he became aware of your "gift," the thought had crossed his mind more than once
Could you help him regain his memories..?
In his youth, the question plagued him, and now, as adults, it plagues you both
You're cautious about disclosing when you receive premonitions of the brimhats, especially to Qifrey
When he found out the first time, it didn't go well... He had screamed at you to reveal what you knew, desperate for some link that would lead him to the brimhats. How deeply he regrets those actions now...
While even now, he can't help but pester you for information, he tries to not push you so far, especially considering the physical consequences of such power
Various symptoms plague you as a result of the premonitions. Intense migraines, nosebleeds- and in some instances, seizures. To top it all off, the visions are uncontrollable and are triggered at random
When you experience these visions, Qifrey is by your side within seconds- partially to comfort you, and partially for the selfish desire to know if the vision was related to the brimhats
Regardless, Qifrey will do what he can to ease the pain and discomfort that comes with experiencing premonitions. On more than several occasions, he's used the gateway to bring you to the medical spire to receive treatment, and has a supply of medicines and treatments available at a moment's notice should there be an emergency
Qifrey doesn't let himself indulge in the comfort of sitting beside you while you recover. He leaves that job to Olruggio
Olruggio
Even as children, Olly showed a great amount of care when you experienced visions, never pushing you too far- and in some instances, getting on Qifrey's ass for pestering you with questions and demands
As adults, Olruggio is still endlessly caring, but now more cautious. Should you disclose you had a vision of the brimhats, he agrees to keep the information from others, especially the Knights Moralis
He goes as far as to insist that you sleep in his room so that he can keep an eye on you when he pulls all-nighters. The way he sees it, he's best equipped to help you should there be an emergency in the middle of the night
Even now, Olruggio will get on Qifrey's ass should he pester you for information (which he almost always does). Olly insists on getting you treatment before you go into detail about whatever you saw
Olly may not know much about medicine or first aid (as it's a skill witches are forbidden to learn) but he does know how to comfort you when you're dealing with migraines and nosebleeds. Olly will get himself, and often Qifrey, in the kitchen so that they can make you food while you sit in the dark and recover
Qifrey and Olly broke the rules of learning about medicine so that they'd know the basics of how to take care of you before taking you to the medical spire
Every time, without fail, Olruggio is by your side after a premonition, urging you to let him take care of you
Olruggio can't stand seeing you in pain and will often use his fire magic to gently warm up your bed so you can lay down after a nosebleed or during a migraine
◉ Synopsis; what would a relationship with Vash be like?
◉ Content; romantic x gn!reader, angst
◉ A/n; Revamping these HCs bc the previous ones were pretty OOC. Enjoy!
Looks like another person has been swept off their feet by the Humanoid Typhoon
Vash isn't open with his affections. Often times it's up to you to initiate displays of affection, otherwise Vash tends to close himself off, even to you. His words and actions are constantly guarded. Everything he does, there's something more, something hidden, just beneath the surface
Despite his attempts to distance himself from the people he cares about, Vash craves emotional intimacy. He won't let himself indulge in it, and even if you initiate, he often finds a way to create the distance that he thinks will keep you safe
It's contradictory- how full of secrets and how open of a book Vash is. It's not hard to tell when he's getting ready to sacrifice himself or make a stupid decision that he thinks is for the good of everyone around him. It's not hard to see when he's holding himself back, or when he wants affection but won't ask for it
I promise it's not all secrets and self-imposed suffering, though. Vash is so endlessly kind- painfully so. There are times he'll ignore the self-imposed ban on giving/receiving affection just so he can feel you; a pat on the shoulder, brushing his hand against yours, linking your pinkies together, a quick, light kiss on your cheek- his displays of affection are small, and it makes them all the more meaningful
A couple of Vash's favorite things to do with you are stargazing and eating. Enjoying a meal with you, no matter how simple, always warms his heart. Being someone who denies himself often, Vash will forget the simple joy of sharing a meal with someone, so getting to enjoy food with you is something he cherishes.
Stargazing is something the two of you do every night- Vash insists on it. It's one of the few things he'll outright ask for. The stillness of nights with you is a welcome change from constantly being on the run
Speaking of being on the run, one of the only consistent shows of "affection" from Vash is when he grabs your hand and holding it as tight as he can without hurting you while you run from danger
On the rare occasion you and Vash are able to snag a room at an Inn, you find yourself wishing you could stay forever. Vash tends to be more affectionate and doting when he knows you're both safe and don't need to worry about being ready to run at a moment's notice. His go-to displays of affection are usually feeding you and initiating cuddle sessions. Unfortunately, these moments are few and far between
A relationship with Vash is full of contradictions. He loves you, but won't show it, he hides things from you, yet he's an open book, he wants closeness with you, but will never take the first step
He's so full of love and unsure of how to act on it. He's so afraid of being selfish that he'll deny himself his basic wants and needs. You're there to remind him that a little self indulgence never hurt anyone, and that love, as scary as it can be, is worth sticking around for
Hi hi! Would it be possible to request a poly Olruggio and Qifrey x ftm reader dysphoria comfort please? Something along the lines of reader who hasnt been able to get top surgery yet and can’t bind not wanting to undress to change or even look in mirrors whether or not he is clothed? And just the guys comforting him over it?
(Personal experience? Nooo totally not) I understand if not because I know dysphoria isn’t something easily written. If you would like/need I’d be more than happy to answer questions about my own personal experience(?)
if you can thank you so so much in advance!!
◉ Synopsis; Qifrey and Olruggio help comfort you when you're dealing with dysohoria
◉ A/n; Dysphoria is an ugly bitch and it can be so hard to deal with. To anyone struggling I wish you the best on your journey, and just know that you will always be loved. I hope you can find support and guidance in community and the people who care about you. I hope I did this request justice. Enjoy
Qifrey and Olruggio are both very perceptive and catch on quickly when they notice a shift in your behavior
Wearing baggy clothes, keeping your head down, avoiding looking in the mirror or even going into the bathroom when you're getting ready, and most concerning- the hopelessness clouding your face
Before confronting you, Olly and Qifrey have their own conversation about how to adress the issue; they contemplate back and forth between letting you come to them on your own time, or instead, confronting you directly, especially since they have concerns about your safety
Ultimately the two decide to confront you directly, though they do their best to be gentle
When you open up about what's been bothering you, their hearts break. The late nights spent lamenting over what you considered the worst parts of yourself, your violent desire to change what you hated about yourself, the hopelessness you feel about not being able to get the treatment you want- all of it.
The feelings are all so strong, so overwhelming, so painful- why does it have to be painful?
From then on, Olruggio and Qifrey do what they can to ease the discomfort
Qifrey, being more well versed in providing words of affirmation, does his best to reassure you that your identity is comprised of more than your body. It encapsulates your soul- and your soul is something to be cherished, valued and validated
Olruggio shows his support through making contraptions for you and getting you supplies that you might want or need. If you can't bind, then he gets compression shirts that are tight enough to conceal your chest without showing off too too much. He gives you snugstones to help you feel more comfortable at night after not being able to sleep well for a while
Together, the two do what they can to save for surgery and other treatments for you. Olruggio helps you with finding the best centers and doctors. As the two of you do that, Qifrey is off making food for the two of you to enjoy as you do your research.
If you're comfortable with it, Qifrey and Olruggio also amp up the affection they show you, making sure to use masculine pet names and compliments, as well as engaging in more physical affection
As much as they want to, Qifrey and Olruggio know they can't magically make the dysphoria go away. Nor can they erase your insecurities. But they can and will do everything they can to ensure you're as comfortable as possible as you transition
