a/n: Happy Valentine's Day! I know I sorta started these headcanons last year for my Valentine's event, but decided this year why not just go through each of the Rogues I write for a do headcanons for them? First up is the Riddlers!
Riddlers React to Reader Asking Them to be Their Valentine
Arkhamverse Riddler
Honestly, Ed may not fully comprehend or hear what you're saying.
You'll be spending most of your efforts trying to get his attention.
Your question—almost turns into a demand—"Be my Valentine!" topped off with a hushed insult.
Luckily, he heard your demand at least and he's baffled.
Your Valentine? What kind of ridiculous—
Ed rolls his eyes, why of course he is! It should be a given!
Only a buffoon wouldn't want him to be their Valentine! The most intelligent man in Gotham!
Dano/Reevesverse Riddler
Good luck trying to beat the holiday card king!
He likely has already left you a handmade Valentine's Day card with a riddle scribbled inside inquiring you to be his—
Don't let that stop you from asking him in return though!
"I'll be yours, if you'll be mine!"
Eddie will smile at the offer—accepting it instantly.
Come what may with him or the dreaded city of Gotham
At least he has you, his Valentine.
Gotham Riddler
First you two would be stumbling over who should speak up-
After a brief silence, you decide to speak up and ask him to be your Valentine…
And in all the scenarios he played out in his head, he very rarely entertained the idea that you would ask first.
You see the perplexed look on Ed’s face and assume you perhaps misread all your previous interactions with the man-
That is until his face lights up and he gives you that familiar cheeky muppet-like smile you adore~
Once he accepts it feels like a suffocating weight is lifted off the both of you.
BTAS Riddler
Eddie's face turns as red as a Valentine's day heart.
The man usually gifted in word play, is at a great loss for the simplest words in the moment.
He does manage to pull himself together and with a big wide smile accepts your offer.
Because you beat him to the question, it's up to him to come up with the date!
The only hint to what it'd entail, of course, is in the form of a riddle.
Eddie is anxious but delighted, hoping that you will be his Valentine for years to come.
Zero Year Riddler
Oh…oh ho ho that—that's adorable.
Are you gonna give him a little misshapened cut out heart with your name signed on the botton, too?
Ed continues to tease and mess with you about it—
Which, I guess is as close of a yes as you'll get? Otherwise he would've just flat out said no…
You regret asking him, but are relieved that he didn't turn you down.
Ed figures it took some guts to ask him, plus you deserve some points for having good taste~
He does accept after awhile of teasing, even if it is with a half grin and dismissive shrug.
Gotham City Sirens Riddler
Well, that's not how he planned things to go, but he'll take it.
Ed had a plan in his mind—ask you out properly, flowers, a small gift in hand—the whole nine yards.
But he figures it's atleast pleasant to know that the feelings are mutual.
He accepts with a small proud smile…
Just before asking you if you had any other plans or ideas he wasn't aware about.
When you say no, he's delighted to step in and take the lead back to his original plan—which you're also pleased to accept.
Telltale Riddler
Edward never paid too much attention to holidays—especially ones that have been expunged of their original meaning and tradition in place of mass corporate greed—
Valentine's Day being a big one, at least Christmas or Halloween he could take advantage of in some regard for a plan with riddles to match.
When you ask him to be your, Valentine, for the holiday…he's dumbfounded.
Why do you care? And why him? Did you want something from him? Or are you just annoying him for your amusement?
Edward's eyes widened slightly when you explain there's no other end goal for you than to just show him how you care about him.
Not sure what else to say, he concedes to being your Valentine…and he can't help but smile fondly at the thought.
Young Justice Riddler
Almost like with Gotham Eddie, it's a race to see who asks first.
You both likely end up asking each other the question in unison.
You're beaming excitedly—Eddie's face is burning red.
He asks to assure him that he heard you right, and you nod that he indeed heard you correctly.
You will be each other's Valentines for the day!
The sigh of relief Eddie lets out combined with his silly chipped tooth grin is almost too cute for you to bear.
how would the riddlers react to being shoved into a small closet with their crush? so basically 7 minutes in heaven ;3
a/n: hmm a few would be flustered but most would be annoyed lmao most of these will be accidents while a couple may be totally on purpose lol.
The Riddlers React to Being Stuck in the Closet w/ Reader
Arkhamverse Riddler:
- Oh great, oh great, this is fantastic!
- This is exactly why Edward insists-no ORDERS you to stay away while he's working!
- You got the two of you into this mess. You'll be one to get yourselves out.
- Edward barely gives you even a second to try and pry the door open or check the knob before he begins making his attempt.
- You couldn't deny enjoying the close proximity with the genius-
- There was a small floating bulb hanging from the ceiling that allowed you to enjoy some of his features-not to mention highlighting his toned arms–
- Your observations don't go unnoticed by Edward
- “Will you stop gawking and make yourself useful and get us out of here!” You definitely don't miss his slightly reddened cheeks.
Dano/Reevesverse Riddler:
- Definitely panics but tries to hide it…
- The claustrophobia lingers slightly–being with you, offering a slight comfort but being shoved in so close to your person-
- Edward is struggling to get a grip on his mind to find a solution to this predicament.
- He turns to face towards the door--so your body isn't pressed against his.
- Not that your body repulsed him..quite the opposite, and for that, he needed to try and create some distance even in this cramped space.
- However, he could still feel your soft and warm form even just pushed up against his side…
- Edward tries to remain steadfast on picking the lock-
- Once freed he catches his breath- only to lose it again at your genuine praise and gratitude.
Gotham Riddler:
- Oh well, isn't this just swell-
- He seems annoyed and frustrated at first…
- He sees a conundrum and just wants to be the one to solve it and-
- You're there awfully close beside him…
- Oh how impressed and grateful you would be to get you to out-
- You would bring yourself closer to him in an embrace on your own accord…not just cause you're both stuck in a damned broom closet.
- Your body was so close though…he has imagined a moment where you would be so close…
- Ah, he can't get distracted-there's plenty of time for those opportunities to arise-
- Like the sidehug you gave him when he finally got you two out.
BTAS Riddler:
- Edward's been showboating all night announcing his latest toy-
- You would've never known he could be coy until you found yourself stuck with him shoulder to shoulder, chest to chest with him.
- His face goes as red as his hair-
- He profusely apologizes for this predicament-
- Is that…sweat running down the side of his face.
- Edward tries to clear his throat and regain his composure as his gloved hand fiddles with the doorknob and keyhole-
- Edward practically jumps out of his skin when you place your hand on his shoulder for support.
- He becomes even more fidgety, between his twitching fingers and the damned purple gloves he's surprised himself that he managed to get the door down.
- Edward thinks he can take a breath of fresh air now that you two aren't trapped in a tiny closet-
- Until you thanked him graciously and topped off your statement with a sweet peck on his cheek.
Zero Year/Capullo Riddler:
- Asshole likely tossed you in here with him and locked the door.
- You know, that he knows, you know Edward has a key and could let you two out at any given time-
- But where's the fun in that?
- Edward is definitely going to tease you, egging you on to open the door yourself.
- I mean…if you want out so badly you can figure it out right?
- Surely, you can pick a simple old lock, right?
- You don't ignore Edward's hands as he strategically places his hands on parts of your body as you try to pick the lock.
- Ohh, you hate him, you hate him, PURE RESENTMENT
Gotham City Sirens Riddler:
- Well, this is better than having a bomb blow up in his face.
- Although…when he became a detective, he didn't think his life would turn into a teen sitcom-
- Edward reassures you that you two will get out and apologize for the inconvenience.
- A small side quest to do some reconnaissance has turned into a greater dibocal than it ever needed to be.
- However, as Ed kept mulling over in his head-it could very well be worse…
- He did always wonder what it would be like to have you close to him…mere centimeters apart.
- He tries to keep a confident cool about him, whether it’s to put you or him at ease, neither of you can say.
- The awkward scenario did put you two in a position to just talk casually about whatever came to mind.
- It made the forced proximity seem less suffocating and more comfortable…you two were able to find yourselves chuckling at your ordeal even as you finally escaped.
Telltale Riddler:
- Oh what a preposterous, careless quagmire you two are in.
- Edward is mostly exasperated at the dilemma-
- How in the hell did he-no you-no…just how was this even possible?
- Ed demands you give him room (which wasn't much) as he begins trying to get the door open.
- He picks the lock and even begins to try and ram the door open-
- You try your best to get him to calm down-
- Ed may have some umph that lets him keep up with Batman, but he was still a much older man.
- After considering your advice, Edward was able to free the two of you…he silently mumbles some gratitude towards you that you didn't miss.
Young Justice Riddler:
- Oh, what a cruel, cruel joke…
- Apologizes profusely, literally does everything he can to try and bleed through the walls somehow and escape this scenario altogether.
- Fumbling with his hands and other ligaments to not touch you…anywhere especially anywhere…suggestive.
- As Eddie's apologizing, you're reassuring him that he's fine. Everything's fine…you two just need to get out.
- You suggest picking the lock on the closet and Eddie takes the initiative-
- (totally not just something to distract himself from how physically close he is to you)
- Eddie's face reddens tenfold when you somehow nestle against him and give him words of encouragement.
- Your warmth, your presence, being surrounded by you in this cramped closet…
- Eddie comes to terms with the fact that he may very well just die here-
- But before he concedes to his death, the door opens, and he unceremoniously tumbles as the door he is supporting himself on quickly swung open-
- You catch him before he can face plant on the ground-
- Now he's flustered at the fact you held his hand~
Hi, I like your writing/work, and could I request that you write about How would the different Riddlers would react when their S/O gets kidnapped
a/n: sure thing anon! I already wrote a scenario for Telltale Riddler for my 500 follower event so I'll just drop a link to his headcanon for his part! Also sorry beforehand if certain Riddler’s aren't here…I may have cut a couple out just to keep from being too repetitive lol
Content Warning: mentions of kidnapping
The Riddlers React to Reader Being Kidnapped
Arkhamverse Riddler:
- Edward is furious.
- How could this have happened? You were always near him?
- Who dared to stroll in and snatch you away? Did you even put up any kind of fight?
- He wants to blame it on you somehow; you were distracted, you got careless…you had a habit of getting far too comfortable.
- Deep down though, Ed was enraged at himself. What kind of genius is he if he can’t protect his own?
- For once, there was a matter far more pressing than his original plan to foil the Caped Crusader.
Dano/Reevesverse Riddler:
- Edward's whole nervous system is set aflame.
- His breathing increases, and his heart palpitates--a panic attack rising.
- No, no he can't lose his nerve.
- He has to find you-NEEDS to find you.
- You kept him sane, made him feel accepted, loved…he CAN'T lose you.
- Edward dons his mask and packs up his gear.
- He was going to get you back, no matter what.
Gotham Riddler:
- Ed's body is shaken from the inside out with pure rage.
- His mind is racing with who could possibly do this to get a rise out of him.
- He loathes to admit it, but it worked--it absolutely worked, whoever it is got his attention.
- Ed wastes no time to set out to find you.
- You are priority #1, and he will paint the streets of Gotham red to find you.
- He won't leave any stone unturned until he has you back.
BTAS Riddler:
- A seething rage washes over him.
- He can't seem to have anything good in his life without someone or something pulling the rug from under his feet.
- Rage soon shifts to concern…where were you, who had you, did they hurt you, were they going to?
- Edward has to shake his head to get the worrying thoughts out of his head.
- He needs to focus. He's got to figure out who would do this and where you could possibly be held.
- Once you're safe in his arms again…he'll worry about the next steps to keep you safe…
Zero Year/Capullo Riddler:
- Edward doesn't jump into action like others have…when he first saw the note, he figured you were just playing a trick on him.
- However, when he searches for you around your humble and cozy apartment, he's stunned.
- Edward's blood runs cold.
- You truly were taken.
- He tries to recount your last moments, the last increments of which he's seen you…
- Ed's temper begins to flare at this point.
- But no matter how frustrating it got, he would bring you back.
Gotham City Sirens Riddler:
- Edward has helped solve many kidnappings for various people.
- He did always worry about you possibly being in danger due to you being in a relationship with him…
- But a kidnapping?
- He never really imagined you being kidnapped. Usually, if someone had an issue with him--they would affect himself.
- Whatever case he was working on is immediately put on hold, and he refuses any new cases that come to his desk.
- Everything comes to a stop. All his energy and knowledge go to solving your whereabouts and bringing you back.
- Will likely enlist the help of Selina to find you. She hears and sees all sorts of things.
- Edward tries his best not to show it, but Selina can see the worry in his eyes, and she assures him they will get you back.
Telltale Riddler
^^ click on his name for the 500 follower event post with the same theme!^^
Young Justice Riddler
- Truly, likely the most panicked out of most of the other Riddlers.
- Guilt also overwhelms him a lot.
- You wouldn't likely be the victim of a kidnapping if you weren't associated with him.
- He knew he shouldn't have gotten involved with you…
- Eddie has to shake it off--he has to pull it together and find you.
- He begins to look for clues to where you've been and what you've done leading up to your whereabouts.
- Eddie tries to keep a determined attitude, to shove down any anxiety or insecurity, and keep it from distracting him from the objective at hand.
- You mean far too much for him to waste any time.
We need Riddler! (Young justice, He's precious to me lmao)
Mostly the morning after Y'know what "wink wink"( 500 word fic)
Nsfw or not, your choice
Have a happy valentines!
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a/n: awww hey there wee potato!! I'm so honored to hear you're a fan of my work! It means a lot! And yay some love for the yj green bean! Hope you enjoy! To participate in the event, here's the master post!
Content Warning: mostly fluff nothing explicit
Word Count: 507
Morning After with Young Justice Riddler
Your eyes shifted under your still closed eyelids, and your ears perked up to a distinct sound you weren’t familiar with.
A soft faint whistle in tune to someone’s breathing. Every exhale let out the tiniest purest whistle noise.
You looked over your shoulder to see the culprit, and you couldn’t help but smile.
Edward was still fast asleep, none the wiser to you waking up beside him.
Memories of the previous night came flooding back to the forefront of your thoughts. You were both in disbelief and ecstatic that you two finally crossed that intimate threshold.
It wasn’t easy, not that it was anyone’s fault per se…you knew falling in love with the awkward, dorky genius was going to call for taking things slow.
Even kissing him on the lips and not having Ed’s face flush a bright red was quite the achievement in its own right.
You enjoyed the slow burn, watching him grow more confident in showing affection and accepting affection day by day was satisfying and made the wait all the more worth it.
As you walked down the mental memory lane from your first date to now…the young man in question began waking up.
Warm brown eyes blinked a couple of times before opening fully.
“W-Was that all a dream?” He groaned, unable to accept last night’s events actually happening.
Edward jolted slightly when you placed your hand on his chest.
You shook your head. “Nope, it was all real, Eddie…”
His eyes widened as what he conceived to be a dream was actually a memory of last night.
You giggled as you watched him shyly gulp the revelation.
“I-uh-um-I didn’t mean to make it seem like I forgot–o-or anything….I-just-”
You leaned in and kissed his cheek to calm his nerves. “I know what you mean, Eddie…I was thinking the same thing…how we actually did…it.”
“Y-Yeah…I-I’m still kind of in disbelief.”
You nodded as you nestled your head into the crook of Edward’s neck and shoulder.
“It’s okay…it will get easier to believe and more natural in time…”
Ed’s eyes shifted down towards you. “In time…like…we-you-you want to do it again?”
You glanced up at him with half-lidded eyes meeting his brown ones. “Of course, Eddie…” You leaned in and kissed his lips.
There was a deep thumping underneath your palm that rested on top of his chest.
“Breathe, Eddie, there's no rush..”
You felt his warm breath brush against your head as he tried to steady his heart.
“Right, right, you're right.."
There was a welcomed silence that enveloped as you two enjoyed the cozy moment between the two of you sharing your waking moments together for the first time.
You almost dozed back off until Eddie spoke up.
“Hey…uhh…a-are you hungry? I can get up and cook some breakfast…”
You hummed in thought. Food sounded amazing, but the last thing you wanted was to move.
“Mmm…five more minutes? Please?”
Edward's eyebrows furrowed until he felt you trying to snuggle impossibly closer to him.
a/n: I totally didn’t forget the result of my poll…a..couple months back, lmao. I’ve actually always been thinking about it but never had a chance to sit down and get them done lol. Starting off strong with the riddle bois! Not sure who's up next, but no worries, all the rogues I write for will have a chance to shine!
Also not entirely back to fully uploading like I used to but may upload like once in a blue moon especially when the inspiration strikes me or if I need a small break from drawing lol
Content Warning: mentions of non-gender specific nudity and some allusions to sexual activity but nothing explicit.
The Riddlers React to Reader Going to Bed Naked
Arkhamverse Riddler:
- Well, first things first he’s got to be willing to go to bed.
- You figured you could have an interesting surprise waiting for him when he finally gives into the sweet call of slumber.
- Edward doesn't notice at first–basically running on fumes as he gets under the covers.
- It isn't until he tries to get comfortable he notices.
- And he is extremely shocked.
- How–what–what's the logic behind this? This is ridiculous!
- He almost has half a mind to wake you up and demand you put and demand you put something on.
- Yet he somehow even feels too tired to even do that.
- Ed will deny it in the morning, but you cannot deny that he did enjoy nestling into your side and into your skin.
Reevesverse/Dano Riddler:
- Oh..uhh…oh wow…umm…is that really comfortable?
- Gotham can be unbearingly cold at night and his apartment doesn't have the best heater.
- Edward is still very new to this level of intimacy–
- His brain will go into overdrive, trying to figure out if you're trying to tell him something.
- Are-are you trying to initiate…what he thinks you are?
- As his head spins, his face is flushed red.
- Edward will try to work up the courage to ask what this is about.
- You will have to explain to him if you were teasing him or just trying a new sensation.
- Either way, he will understand or try to, just give him a heads up next time…you almost gave him a heart attack.
Gotham Riddler:
- Is that really comfortable? 2.0
- His whole pale face is as red as a ripe tomato.
- Eddie will likely assume you aren't feeling well…that…that's the only explanation.
- Are you getting chills? Are you overheating? Do you feel nauseous? Here let him take your temperature.
- You really can't help but laugh and find his concern incredibly endearing.
- Ed is relieved to hear you're fine, but is now back to surprise when he realizes you were just teasing him.
- What…what should he do? For once he kinda leans into his confident alter ego for guidance.
- Once you two get closer and he gets to feel the softness of your skin, he's immediately hooked.
- Eddie can't just have his hands touching you, he wants all of his skin touching your own.
BTAS Riddler:
- Man's face is as red as his hair.
- Well, well, well…this is um…quite the surprise.
- Where in the world did you get this idea?
- Eddie will try to keep a confident and collected aura about him.
- But he's absolutely quivering on the inside, his heart about to beat out of his chest.
- His eyes rake over your body, appreciatively, until you tore the covers from his hand and snuggle into the mattress as you tuck the comforter back underneath you.
- You tease him and say he can't see or touch until he joins you also naked.
- Well, who's he to turn down a deal like that?
- Eddie snatches the covers and hops into bed, quick to wrap you in his arms and kiss youwhich muffled your laughs.
Zero Year/Capullo Riddler:
- Oh my God fucking FINALLY
- As much as he does enjoy the occasional strip tease…
- Having you already naked makes it a gazillion times easier to get to the main event.
- I imagine this Ed only sleeps in his boxers (briefs)...(and question mark socks)
- So when he sees you naked he's very quick to discard his underwear.
- If you weren't trying to have sex by sleeping nude then…good luck trying to convince him otherwise.
- Or trying to get his hands off of you…like at all.
- But come on, were you really expecting anything less?
Telltale Riddler:
- Quirks an eyebrow.
- He's not sure if he's amused, confused, or annoyed.
- And you can't quite tell either at first.
- Of course not one to give in to your antics..
- He asks you plainly what you're doing and what you were expecting out of this “surprise”
- You shrug, maybe you wanted to catch him off guard, maybe you've been getting too hot cause he won't let you turn the ac on (cause if it's hitting anything below 80°F he claims to be freezing)
- Ed will either call your bluff and actually get into bed with you and not give you any attention…you will have to work for that.
- Or he'll tell you to put some clothes on or he won't share a bed with you.
- OR if you catch him on a particularly trying night he may just pounce immediately.
Young Justice Riddler:
- *blue screen of death*
- *dial up internet sounds*
- Most likely to genuinely have his nose slowly bleed.
- He's confused on what to do or how to respond.
- Like not that he doesn't…err…appreciate you letting him see you but…why?
- Also like Gotham Riddler and wonders if maybe you're overheating or not feeling well.
- When you tell him you just wanted to tease him, he's practically melting.
- Oh well, yeah you…you did very successfully.
- You'll likely have to drag him to bed with you and proceed to take off his clothes for him so he can join you properly.
A/N: Whelp, the results are in, and the vast majority of you guys voted to how the Rogues will react to a reader refusing to reciprocate their affections. When I tell you it was hard to narrow down the title to fit the header image lmao but I hope it still makes sense! Starting up first with the Riddlers...duh and the rest will follow shortly I promise! Hope you guys enjoy! And thanks so much for voting again!
Reader Ignores The Riddlers' Affections
Arkhamverse Riddler:
Listen, I don’t think it’s even worth it to see his reaction.
He’s not that big on affection as it is.
Now that you finally somehow warmed him up to the idea…
You’re gonna tease him?
Really?
You know this isn’t…normal for him
Why give him a hard time??
FINE, be that way…it’s not like he enjoys your hugs or kisses anyway…absolutely stupid.
(not really, please don’t ignore him)
There’s no point in mentioning that miniscule sigh of relief he lets out when you kiss his cheek.
He will never admit to it.
Reevesverse/Dano Riddler:
He’s going to immediately think he’s done something wrong.
Did…did he do something wrong?
Oh, gosh…did he forget a birthday? Anniversary? Holiday?? No..he couldn’t have..
You’re always so forthcoming with your hugs and kisses.
At the very least, you always reciprocated. That’s how Edward knew he was…doing it right.
Like many Riddlers on this list, this is new to him.
Please don’t tease him too harshly
Man’s will get mad confused and flustered.
You have to be as quick to apologize and comfort him.
Kiss him until your lips are numb and your arms are falling asleep.
And please don’t do it again
Gotham Riddler:
Are you upset? Has your mind drifted to something else?
He puts his hand on your shoulder or taps you lightly.
Okay, you acknowledged him, he gives you his signature tight lipped smile.
He leans in and gives you a peck on the cheek
After a pause he taps his own cheek.
You’re supposed to return it…don’t shrug and walk away!
This leads Ed to anxiously ramble about every decision he made that day, apolgizing for each one, cause clearly you’re mad.
The only way to get him to shut up is to kiss him.
Tell him he’s fine, you were only messing with him.
He’s relieved but, please, don’t do that again.
BTAS Riddler:
Ed loves to give you adoring kisses on the cheek and sweet hugs.
It’s quite routine, whenever he first sees you, either in the morning or in a new room he does it.
You always return the gesture.
So he’s taken aback when you blatantly ignore him.
At first he wants to think you were distracted about something, or something is wrong.
When you remain steadfast, he becomes flustered.
However, the minute you see his face fall, you can’t keep it up.
You hug him and kiss him back, surprising him.
You apologies giggly, saying you only meant to tease him a tad.
You both agree you took it a bit too far.
You promise not to do it again…for now with a kiss.
Zero Year/Capullo Riddler:
Ugh fine, whatever.
Don’t come crying to him when he leaves.
You should’ve taken his affections when you had the chance.
He doesn’t have to stick around, kiss your cheek or hand, wrap his arm around you.
Nope, he just did it cause he knew you liked it.
(also knew it’d give him brownie points to your pants later)
Although that’s likely the reason you stopped returning his gestures in the first place.
Is it so hard to actually be romantic without expecting something?
Likely the only Riddler where you hold out from returning ANY affection for the longest.
It takes awhile, but Ed eventually becomes to frustrated and pent up.
The moment he admits you may have a point or better yet, he may be so torn up to apologize.
You return the praises, kisses, and caresses.
You will never forget the absolute sparkle in his green eyes.
Twojar Riddler:
Edward is taken aback.
He too tries to think if he’s done something to piss you off.
Yet, when you don’t give him a straight answer, he’s likely to pick up on the fact you’re just teasing.
Well, two can play at that game.
What once started as a means to get him to grovel to his knees towards you…
Winds up being an almost two week long challenge to see who yearned more for the other.
Who wins is totally up for debate.
Regardless whoever wins or loses…you both get yours in the end.
Gotham City Sirens Riddler:
Ed cringes, but sighs in exhausted defeat.
He’s already assumed your cross with him because he has been neglectful.
Things have been crazy busy at the office, case after case…
And you both know he can’t afford to say no to too many of them.
When you turn your head from his lips and don’t get off the couch to hug him.
He already knows your hurt, and already sets the wheels in motion to make things right.
Eddie almost breaks your heart when he outright apologizes if he’s been neglectful of you.
You instantly go to him, wrap your arms around him and shake your head.
Insisting that it wasn’t him, you were just teasing, he hadn’t done anything wrong.
Now you’re the one apologizing, not realizing how good of a front you put up.
All is forgiven in the end, with a sweet long kiss.
Telltale Riddler:
Probably, no most definitely, the one least bothered about it.
He finds it annoying more than anything.
You constantly nag him about showing a lack of affection.
So now that he shows it, you're going to ignore him?
Fine, suit yourself.
But don't come bothering him later about him not trying.
It doesn't take long for you to realize you may have messed up.
You instantly apologize, saying you were just teasing.
Even asking how it feels to be ignored…
(which he has been guilty of doing to you when you kiss or embrace him)
Edward rolls his eyes and just sighs.
You guys still have a ways to go, but there has been some progress.
Young Justice Riddler:
Another riddle lad that thinks he's messed up somehow.
When you turn your head to the side to dodge a kiss.
Eddie's hurt almost instantly.
He's also immediately thrown into panic mode.
Oh my god, please comfort him
He’s about to cry
You hug him and kiss him.
You didn’t mean anything by it, just wanting to tease him.
Please, please don’t tease his wee heart like that.
Eddie can only take so much.
Hush (DCAU) Riddler:
Edward instantly assumes you're mad at him for something.
If anyone is aware of his shortcomings it's him.
He wouldn't be surprised if he messed up somewhere.
But when it comes to you, it's harder to sweep under the rug
Ed asks if something is wrong, usually, you return his kisses with your own.
It's extremely discouraging, especially from someone…the only one who has encouraged him in anything.
After dodging a couple more pecks and embraces…you can't keep the act up anymore.
You just can't handle that saddened look on his face.
You spend most of the evening reassuring him, insisting you were just teasing.
You promise not to ever turn down his affections again.
I know Arkhamverse has trauma from being strangled, but I always want to kiss EVERY SINGLE RIDDLER on his neck! And that got me thinking... So I have to ask, how do the Riddlers feel about their necks? Like are any of them sensitive? Ticklish? Are any against their neck being touched? Do any love when their s/o goes for their neck?
A/N: okay but anon…how…how did you know I'm an absolute sucker for neck kisses?? Both giving and receiving?? Decided to go more headcanons this route, hope that's all right anon!
Neck Kisses with the Riddlers
Arkhamverse Riddler:
- Okay but out of most of these Riddlers, Arkham Eddie is by far the most sensitive with his neck.
- You’ve seen how Batman literally drags and manhandles him by the throat every chance he gets.
- The minute you even reach out to cup his face, this poor man flinches on instinct.
- I know you love neck kisses, but don’t expect to be able to give this Eddie any…for a long, long, while.
- For you to touch him, let alone kiss him, in such a vulnerable, previously abused countless times location. He has to trust you.
- And Ed doesn’t trust just anyone, however once you get him to trust you…
- He adores it when you give him kisses. Lips, face, head, neck…it feels like devotion. He gets to finally put his guard down and let himself be adored, rightfully so, by you.
Reevesverse/Dano Riddler:
- This Riddler…is sensitive. I don’t doubt he’s fairly ticklish.
- The minute you two shared your first kiss, he’s become obsessed with your lips on him. It doesn’t matter where.
- I don’t doubt he’ll chuckle a couple times at the strange but ultimately pleasing sensation. It takes some getting used to for sure.
- When he does get used to your neck kisses though, he’s instant puddy in your hands.
- His knees get wobbly, legs shaky, feels weightless. Trying to catch himself on a chair or sofa, but doesn’t want you to stop.
- Please, don’t stop for anything…except for maybe kisses on the lips.
Gotham Riddler:
- When the two of you get heated in a passionate make out session, Ed practically expects them.
- He loves the way it makes him feel.
- Admired, treasured.
- The way they warm up his body. The way they alleviate whatever headache or migraine that’s troubling him at the moment.
- Then again, most of your kisses do that for him.
- It is a moment of vulnerability with him though, please respect that and don’t take advantage of it.
BTAS Riddler:
- Edward is for certain that your kisses are the best reward, the best prizes in this world. Even greater than money or cars.
- To say he becomes an addict is an understatement.
- He loves it when you reciprocate his trail of kisses he leaves on you, earlier that day.
- The way your soft lips press against the sensitive skin of his neck.
- It warms the skin there, causes small goosebumps to form there.
- You adore the way he warmly chuckles at them and leans his head and shrugs his shoulder, an attempt to bring you closer and keep you there at his neck.
- Edward will be sure to return the favor tenfold.
Zero Year/Capullo Riddler:
- This asshole expects them from you.
- Like, what’re you doing?
- You should be worshipping his body with kisses, ugh, you have an opportunity that so many dream of and you’re just gonna let it fly by?
- Obviously, once you power through the urge to slap the shit out of him (or just slap him, that’s fine too…probably will turn him on so good luck with that)
- He won’t admit it, like a bunch of other things, but he’s an absolute sucker for your neck kisses.
- Ed likes how it does make him feel worshipped, someone worthy of attention and affection.
Twojar Riddler:
- Oh ho ho this possessive buff leprechaun prick.
- He absolutely thrives on neck kisses, much like how the other Riddlers do.
- It’s a very intimate gesture of vulnerability, passion, and devotion.
- Edward wouldn’t want to have it any other way.
- He also eggs you on to go ahead and leave a couple of love bite while you’re at it.
- It turns him on to see you act as possessively over him as he does over you.
Gotham City Sirens Riddler:
- Edward can’t imagine a more pleasant way to end the work day.
- Wrapped up in your embrace, kissing and groping like some lovesick fools.
- The minute your lips hit the side of his neck, pecking up and down it.
- The P.I. is a goner.
- Whatever is left plaguing his mind from work, is completely forgotten.
- He cradles the back of your head to keep your lips there, only letting up for you to kiss the other side of his neck (or kiss him, properly on his lips).
- He’s sure to return the favor soon enough.
Young Justice Riddler:
- Hnng this weak lad can’t even handle hand kisses rip
- PDA or…any sort of A in general…is new territory for this Eddie.
- Kinda like Dano Riddler, I imagine he’s stupid ticklish.
- Your lips barely brush along his neck and he’s in a giggly fit.
- But it’s cute, so that’s fine. You go in for the kill regardless.
- His whole face lights up red, warming up to the nth degree. Instantly becomes addicted to them though.
- This Eddie just enjoys the fact that there’s someone that genuinely thinks he’s that attractive to warrant neck kisses.
Telltale Riddler:
- Okay, first off, ew, how dare you?
- You really think he was just going to let you that close?
- I mean, sure he likes the attention, he likes you…but you’re gonna have to earn the privilege to kiss his neck.
- Yeah, I don’t know what you see in the Puzzle Grandpa either whoop.
- However, whenever you earn the right to kiss his neck, he’s got a dumb egotistical smirk on his face.
- He…appreciates the gesture.
Hush (DCAU) Riddler:
- This man is absolutely weak for you.
- When you smile at him, he feels like he’s been blessed.
- To have you love him, excessively, and kiss every inch of his body.
- Oh, well, he can’t get enough.
- Especially your neck kisses.
- The way you go from nuzzling his sideburns to kissing along his jaw, from his jaw you go lower to his neck.
- He’s a warm buzzing mess, but don’t let him stop you. He loves this way too much.
If you're taking requests is like to requests the riddlers with jealousy scenarios! Thank you
A/N: as much as I don’t like ACTUAL jealousy and try to refrain from jealous tendencies I find in myself…jealousy scenarios are kinda fun to write for rip…is that bad? I feel like that’s bad lmao. Sorry that if some if not most of these tend to repeat the same scenarios (co-worker, waiter, colleague, they’re just such good set-ups asdfgh)
Jealousy Scenarios with The Riddlers:
Arkhamverse Riddler:
Edward was absolutely furious. Why would you ever even begin to comprehend such a thing? Surely, you had to be smarter than this. You knew better than this? From all your time privileged in his presence…
“You would rather be a trembling brain-dead guinea pig than being a productive and useful assistant in a very intellectually stimulating environment mind you!”
“Ed. I just said Jonathan stopped by asking for you…”
“But you let him into my work space!”
“Upstairs is the living area, not your work space here in the basement or your tracks in the sewers. And his leg was giving him issues, so I let him rest.”
“Oh please! Our dear, ex-professor has many issues, but that leg isn’t one of them. He moves better with it than when he was in perfect health!”
“If you’re jealous of another man being alone with me can just say that you’re not comfortable.”
Edward groaned in frustration. “I’m not jealous of that walking tarp of burlap!”
You shrugged, but patted Ed’s shoulder and kissed his cheek. “Sure, sweetie.”
Reevesverse/Dano Riddler:
“Wow, he is something, isn’t he?” You remarked at the TV.
As much as he admired the vigilante another part of him couldn’t stand him.
Ed really should have seen this coming. How could you not be absolutely smitten? He was everything he wish he had an iota of.
Batman is intelligent, strong, fast, and assertive…
Meanwhile, Edward Nashton is just dull, awkward, quiet, and weird…what the hell did you see in him anyway?
“Eddie? Everything okay?”
Your sweet voice knocked him out of his reverie. He was back on the couch with you, watching the news of the Batman’s latest escapades.
“Oh…uh…y-yeah I’m fine..”
You quirked your eyebrow, not sure if you were going to accept that answer.
“He is incredible…” Ed commented as he turned his attention back to the screen of Batman narrowly escaping a gang of thugs in a high speed chase on the highway.
Oh, that’s what it was. For all the admiration one can have for another, there’s still that habit of comparison mentor to mentee.
“Yeah, he’s all right. But I bet he’s an absolute stick in the mud and not nearly as intelligent as a certain handsome fellow I know.” You scooted closer to Edward on the couch and even sold the comment with an actual nudge into his side.
Edward noticed you got closer and was confused when you nudged him. Then he took in what you said. He lifted his head up a little with a soft smile on his face.
“You…you prefer me to Batman?”
“I prefer you over everyone and anyone else, Eddie. If I had a choice, it will always be you.”
Gotham Riddler:
The GCPD was full of eligible bachelors. Mostly guys just looking for a good time or friends with benefits.
You were too good for them, all of them really. Even too good for Edward. Yet he was able to woo you somehow. Despite the two of you being in a very obvious relationship, with approval from Gordon, Lee, even Bullock…it didn’t stop some officers from trying to disrupt what you two had.
Edward was coming up to your office to take you out to lunch. However, he was surprised to see an overwhelming sight.
Flowers, cards, letters were strewn all over your desk and overflowing to your floor.
You looked up at him. Your eyes wide and your skin pale, like you had seen a ghost.
“E-Eddie…I…I wish I could explain but...I have no idea…w-who these are from? Or w-w-what’s going on?” You looked around looking for any sort of indicator of who sent the gifts.
Edward’s fists clenched, a snarl growing on his face. He stood there still as a rock, trying to keep his innate reaction to just run amok in the GCPD to find the culprit in tact.
You noticed Ed was quiet for a long time. You noticed his tense expression and his thousand yard stare into the floor.
“Y-You…you don’t…like them..do you?” Ed regretted asking it as soon as he grumbled it out through barred teeth.
You sighed, sympathetically. Walking around the baskets and bouquets and made your way to him.
“I would have adored them if they were from you, but they’re not. So as far as I’m concerned, these flowers can be re-sent to someone else or tossed. And the cards can go straight into the disposal…you don’t need to be jealous, sweetheart.” You gave him a reassuring kiss on the cheek.
You smiled as you saw the tension all throughout his body slowly melt away from the kiss.
Then, as if a lightbulb went off, Edward’s eyes widened in revelation.
“W-Wait, before you throw anything away!” Edward went to your desk and gathered some of the cards and the bouquet. “While I still have my gloves on anyway…”
“What’re you doing?”
“...gonna search for prints…” he mumbled quickly, so when you made out what he said he was already too far gone to catch back up with him.
BTAS Riddler:
Something was off with Eddie tonight. However, you couldn’t quite put your finger on it.
“Eddie…you’ve been awfully quiet tonight…you know how much I love hearing your voice.” Which wasn’t an exaggeration either, and you did miss speaking to him.
You saw him slightly shuffle his weight on the opposite end of the couch.
“I’m fine…”
“Eddie…I know when you’re not fine, sweetie. Please talk to me…” You fluttered your eyelashes at him, and poked out your bottom lip for good measure.
Edward groaned in defeat. “I hate it when you do that…it’s too effective.”
“That’s why I do it.” You grinned.
“I just can’t understand how oblivious you are, darling…you clearly couldn’t tell he was…was…”
“He who? Jervis?”
Edward growled. “Yes…Jervis…”
“Eddie, he was just being polite!”
“He didn’t have to kiss your hand.” He grumbled, crossing his arms defensively.
“Aww, Eddie,” you scooted closer to his side of the couch. You wrapped your arms around him and snuggled into his side.
“You don’t ever had to be jealous, darling. I will always love and adore you, no matter what…you know that.” You looked up at him, smiling reassuringly at him.
He stole a glance into your eyes, and sighed. Edward knew it was ridiculous, but he couldn’t help it. He wrapped an arm around you and began rubbing your back.
“I-I know…still doesn’t mean I have to like it though…”
You snickered into his side as he chuckled along with you.
Zero Year/Capullo Riddler:
“You don’t need to be jealous, Eddie…”
Edward scoffed. “Jealous? Please, I’m not jealous of anyone.”
“So you just threatened my date with a bomb sent to his work place…for funsies?”
Ed shrugged. “It’s been dull here, lately…and I haven’t been a public menace in a minute.”
You rolled your eyes. “Well, I’m not stopping you, so stop keeping me from having a dating life!”
“You don’t need to date anybody…” He grumbled under his breath.
“Ed, you’re the one that said we weren’t-”
“I’m not going back on my word…I just…” He shrugged.
“You just want me to focus on you, you needy bastard…”
He put his hand up with his index finger pointed out. “Ah, ah, that’s Mr. Needy Bastard to you…”
“Uh huh, sure…needy jealous bastard…” You smirked as you walked off.
“I. Am. Not. Jealous! I’m the Riddler! I’m not jealous of anyone! If anything they’re all envious of me.”
“Did you choose to wear green cause you’re just knee deep in envy?”
“I’m redirecting the bomb. It’s now going to your workplace.”
Twojar Riddler:
“Edward! Ed! Slow down!” You were running to catch up with him as he dragged you by the wrist back to the car parked along the sidewalk.
He let out a frustrated sigh and let go of your wrist. Edward continued his steady pace as he rounded the car to go to the driver’s seat. You still stood there; confused and somewhat shaken from the sudden action.
“Can you please get in the car?”
You walked up to the open window and leaned your head in. “Not until you explain what the hell is going on?”
Ed grumbled. “I just want to go back home–”
“Was it that waiter?” Earlier in the evening a waiter made a couple passes at you while Edward was in the restroom and he walked in on the waiter trying to get your number.
Silence. Edward crossed his arms and sunk in the driver’s seat.
“Oh my God, Ed…”
Edward rolled his eyes. “Will you, please just get in the car?”
Gotham City Sirens Riddler:
“Oh, hey there, Mr. Nygma. This is Mr. Sale, he called earlier about–”
Edward barely heard what you said, his brain was too busy taking in the sights of the scene before him. You were sitting, slightly propped up on the edge of your desk. While the presumed, “Mr. Sale” was standing before you mere inches away. Your cheeks were flushed red possibly from laughing and whatever words were just transpired.
Mr. Sale backed away and walked over to end, holding out his hand for a handshake. “Mr. Nygma! Such a pleasure to meet you!”
It took everything in Edward not to grimace outwardly. He could read this man like an open book. Rental three piece suit. Over-priced cologne. A faint oval outline where the skin was paler around his left ring finger.
Armed with this, Edward knew his next plan of action. “Ah, well…I wish I could say the same for you, Mr. Sale. But I’m afraid I’m far too busy for your case.”
Flabbergasted, Sale was gaping his mouth like a fish out of water. “B-B-But, you, you haven’t even heard my case! You can’t just–”
“Oh, but I can…privileges of owning a private firm. And I’m not about to waste my or my assistant’s time…running in circles…because you want to frame your wife of cheating to cover up your own infidelity.”
“Oh, I can assure you, I’m not wasting your assistant’s time.” Sale stole a glance at you and winked.
“I’m going to have to ask you to leave, Mr. Sale. Have a good day or not, I don’t care.”
Sale was about to say something in defense, but growled in frustration instead and took off. He left the office with the slam of the door.
You came up behind Ed and embraced him from behind. “You’re sexy when you’re jealous.”
“Oh, please…I wasn’t jealous.”
You squeezed him a little tighter, giggling softly. “Whatever helps you sleep at night.”
Telltale Riddler:
“What are you staring at?” Ed asked.
“Huh?” You were knocked out of your reverie with his question. You were looking out the window of your shared apartment.
“You’ve been daydreaming out of that window for almost half an hour.”
“Oh, uh, just people watching.”
Edward looked up from his desk to you. He let out a frustrated sigh when he said, “hm, you could be more productive by assisting me…”
You turned to look at the man; annoyed and confused. “You just told me not to bother you, Ed.”
“Annoying me and assisting me are two different things. Or you can go and people watch outside…and see what all the troubled idiotic youth is up to.”
Oh…poor Edward. No matter how many times he tried to shield it or ignore it. His age…the age gap between you two was something he was always weary of.
You shook your head, scoffing in disappointment. You got up from your seat and walked over to his desk.
“Nah, I’d rather not lose the brain cells, so whatcha working on Eddie?”
Edward was surprised to see you come to his desk. He was almost certain you were going to walk out the door.
“Well…for starters…ugh…could you please not sit on the desk! There’s a spare chair over in the corner!”
You chuckled softly. “Yes sir, on it!”
Young Justice Riddler:
Who was he kidding, he didn’t stand a chance with you to begin with…
No matter how many times you genuinely checked in on him, kept him company, and included him where you could. All those open opportunities that were the building blocks to Eddie’s confidence in a relationship with you was completely knocked down before the foundation could even settle in. Thanks to this new Light recruit you were training.
“Hey, Eddie!” You called out to him. You ran down the corridor to catch up to him.
“Why such a long face? I’m sorry I haven’t talked to you lately, things have been crazy!” You chuckled nervously.
“Oh, uh…no worries. I-I get it..”
“Hey, let me make it up to you! There’s this new place downtown that just opened. Wanna hang out and grab a bite there?” You offered.
You did feel bad about leaving Eddie in the dark. Despite the increase in the Light’s numbers, training the newbies was taking up a lot of whatever free time you had. You missed talking to Edward, you could actually be yourself around him and not have a care in the world. Plus he was too damn cute for words.
“Uuhh…umm but what about that newbie? D-Don’t you have plans with them?” Edward asked before he really had a chance to stop himself.
You grabbed his shoulder to stop him from walking as you turned him around to face you. “Eddie...what’re you talking about?”
“I-I-I didn’t mean to assume something…I-I-I just noticed that you-you were spe-spending a l-lot of time with th-them and the-they seem to like you..a lot..”
You put your fingertips up to his lips to seize his nervous panicked rambling.
“Eddie…” You sighed. “I’m just training them. Yeah, they flirt, but I rebuke them. There’s nothing going on outside of training.”
“Really?” He mumbled behind your fingers.
You chuckled. “Yes, really. Besides, I’m interested in someone else. I have been for awhile actually.” You slowly removed your fingers from his lips.
“W-Wait, really? Uh...who?”
Your eyes widened when you realized he really didn’t get it. Bless him, this absolute dork.
“It’s you, Eddie.” You stated, figuring bluntness was the way to go as you sealed the confession by taking your hand in his.
You felt his hand slightly tighten around yours. “Wa-really?” He almost squealed.
You did everything you could to not bust out laughing. You shook you head, trying to shake the giggles. “Yes, you. Now, about our first date…”
Hush (DCAU) Riddler:
Needless to say, Edward was jealous of everyone. He would never admit it, but he was. Secretly, seething, he despised most everyone. Especially those that had things he didn’t. Strength, power, influence, perfect health. Perfect health…
“Hey, Eddie!” You came through the door, dropping your belongings and stepping out of your work shoes.
He didn’t deserve you he really didn’t. He wouldn’t blame you if you dropped him and left him for your co-worker at work that obviously has the hots for you. Of course you were too kind and rather oblivious to see that, but he adored you for that all the same.
“Hey sweetie,” he greeted back half-heartedly. “How was your day?”
“Oh, same old same old. Although, something weird happened, you know that co-worker I told you about? Scott? The one that’s been super friendly?”
Through gritted teeth, Edward nodded. “Y-Yeah, I do…what about him?”
“He asked me out to dinner tonight, it was so random…I thought he was just being friendly…to be friends.” You shrugged as you plopped beside Edward on the couch.
Edward could feel his fist slightly clench in frustration.
“Y-You said no…though right?”
“Edward!” You practically squealed in disbelief. “Of course I told him no! I have you! I’d never do such a thing.”
“I-I know…I’m sorry, I’m really sorry, that wasn’t right of me to ask…” He sighed in defeat. “I…I haven’t been in the best mindset as of late.”
You nodded. “It’s okay, when you’re ready we can talk about it. But for all the questions and riddles in this world, don’t you dare question my feelings for you…okay?”
You leaned your head on his shoulder and wrapped your arm around his waist and embraced him in a side hug.
