In an (un)surprising turn of events, Yugi Mutou/Yami Yugi won the last poll to write headcanons about them.
Did he cheat? We will never know for sure! (At the end of the day, Yugi never loses (???).)
So without further ado, let's go!
Yugi Mutou/Yami Yugi | Route (Part one):
Trigger Warnings: None, Sfw, wholesome, slight soulmate connection if you squint, slight miscommunication, Yami Yugi/Atem being insecure/self conscious about his reputation.
Sorry guys...instead of just being headcanons it ended up being a whole route (and this is just the first part.)
Keep in mind that, when I say "Route" I mean it like in a visual novel where you go and romance a character, this would be one of Yugi's routes if I ever came up with another one.
Also, when a route is closed, you can unlock a route with another character (that will be decided between posts!!)
So that's it for now!!
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This may come off as something obvious for some, but I’ll clear it up anyway. Because Yami and Yugi are the same being, residing in the same body, if you date one of them, you're actually dating both.
Now, I know how the show ended, but for the sake of maintaining everything consistent, all characters are depicted as 18+.
I would love to depict Yugi as a full blown adult that is 23-25 years old even if Yu-Gi-Oh designs do not change too much, I want an AU where we can see some development.
Also proship/comship/whatever DNI please.
Now, onto the little route!!:
Yami has seen this pattern for a very long time…how his partner, Yugi, acts around you.
Words aren't even necessary between both men, no matter how much they would like to keep things private from one another, or bury their reasons to act the way they do, they always know.
And while Yami may have helped his counterpart to cultivate his own self esteem in Yugi’s youth, it is the latter who, ironically, will do all the heavy lifting when it comes to the relationship that he wants to build with you.
Yugi’s nature is kind and gentle, but purposefully determined when it comes to the things he knows will make him happier and/or grow as a person.
In his 20’s, I can see Yugi still helping his grandfather in the game shop, lifting boxes, and carrying heavier stuff. Because of this, he has developed a little bit of muscle, he has also grown taller (not much, but when shifting between personalities, now it's barely noticeable.).
After Tea/Anzu moved to the USA, it was evident that their feelings could not grow in these circumstances, so they both remained friends. She's really happy that her friend moved on and found you.!
Whenever you come to the shop, Yugi can actually feel you are near, even if he's not looking at you directly. His intuition is sharp enough to sense you, an ability that all millenium item hosts naturally have acquired with time.
— I’ll be right back, Y/n! — said the spiky haired man in front of you.
You always wondered how he did it.
It was funny how both of you met each other…
You weren't a duelist, at least not an advanced one. But you managed to land a job in a card shop, and you really wanted to do the best you could when it came to giving advice on what cards or strategies would be better for aspiring duelists who came to your shop.
There were rumors about the “so called” king of games living near, so you didn't expect much when you entered the Kame Game shop. How could someone so important live there? Shouldn't the guy be rich by now?
And…all of these assumptions were thrown out the window when you saw him over the counter, overhearing two conversations at once.
— Yes Grandpa, I’ll help you in a sec! Please don't try and carry all of that alone! — Yugi replied, shuffling between a preoccupied tone and an apologetic one — Joey, we’ve already talked about this…I can't lend you any more money for now - —
That's when he noticed you, and almost as if he knew it, he felt happy. A familiar sensation, like home.
Yugi interrupted himself, as Joey, his best friend, turned around to see you.
—...Can I help you? —
You were mesmerized, almost in a trance, barely grasping what the duel champion just said right now. Was he treating you like a normal person? Like an equal?. He wasn't like Seto Kaiba or other duelists, competitive and arrogant…you realized his gentle nature wasn't a facade, certainly.
—W-well…you might be able to help…—
You tried to convey what kind of help you needed, and you were willing to pay for a class in duel monsters, if that was possible.
Instead, you were greeted with warmth, the kind you would expect from a long time friend or a family member…they allowed you to stay after work to cover the basics of the games, and even Joey was glad to help you!
There was this immense feeling of gratitude, you got way more than you thought you would from this experience. Two months passed by quickly, however Yugi and his grandfather refused any kind of payment for the service they gave you.
—Why are they so stubborn…? The deserve some compensation, they have invested so much time on me…— You distracted yourself, thinking about the possibilities…
You had the habit of daydreaming between tasks and even during practice duels, until a soft voice grounded you.
—...y/n…Earth to Y/N…! —
You quickly snapped out of any other thoughts and inner doubts.
—...Ah! S-sorry!! I got distracted! —
Both Yugi and Joey chuckled at your reaction. Your opponent, Joey, was apparently eager to gain another victory.
— C’mon Y/N! This fella has another duel to win! — The blonde man sure exuded confidence through his words…
You came up with an idea.
—Joey, if you love the game so much and need a stable job...why don't you work at the shop? — You stopped yourself mid-sentence, trying to convey what you wanted to explain. —...You would do great in both coaching and teaching rookies for practice duels! I could talk to my boss about it! —
— That would actually be such a great idea! Joey is a trustworthy person, I can assure you that, Y/N. — Yugi looked more contempt than his own friend at the job proposal — If I couldn't attend the game shop for some reason, Joey would be the first person I would think of to cover me! —
— Oh…Yug! — Joey was almost teary, knowing how much his friend trusted him.
— Hmm, I don't know, I wouldn't trust Joey with our money, Yugi — Yugi’s grandfather interrupted the moment, eliciting a sigh of discomfort from the blonde.
Both Yugi and you laughed, and he stopped for a moment to contemplate you… the planes of your face, your smile…
You looked perfect.
He didn't have, or need, any other words to describe you, your smile and the sheer feeling of happiness your presence gave him.
— I’ll recommend him personally if you want to! — Yugi replied.
— That would be great!...But you didn't tell me how can I repay you for your services…—
— Oh! About that…well, I may have an idea…—
Yugi looked at the other men and winked, a universal signal that sent a jolt to both the older and younger one.
— I–, ah…I’ll be back in a while! — Solomon muto retorted, trying to hide his intention to leave you two alone.
— I- well, I…I’ll go to the toilet! — Joey then started dodging any furniture that could come up in his way, failing miserably in the process, and falling two or three times.
Suddenly, everyone was gone. It was only Yugi and you…or was it?.
There was someone else watching the scene unfold, without you being aware of it.
— Well, I was thinking about something…— Yugi looked behind him, as if he was looking for some kind of approval, but to no avail.
There wasn't even a trace of the shadow of his other self. He caressed the golden puzzle that rested on his chest, as if it was the source of his confidence.
With the last remnant of courage he had left, he finalized his sentence.
— You know, there's a cafeteria near here, I think we should go there, so we can talk in more detail about it... —
After some moments, both of you felt the bold, heavy whispers of silence… Thanks to you, though, it wasn't for long.
— Oh, that's great! — You almost beamed in happiness. Yugi almost jumped at your sudden reaction.
— You…you accept…? —
For the first time in some years, Yugi Mutou actually looked…puzzled. Quite fittingly, really.
— Sure, why not? It would be nice —
— G-great! Hah…— Yugi scratched his face nervously, with his index finger.
—...I can't help but feel a little bit guilty…I think I may have messed up... — His thoughts started tripping against the measly words he tried to utter, in an attempt to salvage the situation — Y-you know, It's okay if you don't want to, I– —
— Oh, it's getting late, I should get going! —
— W-wait, Y/n, I– —
Yugi tried to get up from the floor, while you put your shoes on. Joey, appeared behind a wall, startling Y/n in the process.
— Wah!! —
— Don't worry Yug! I’ll return Y/n to their home safely! —
— I…uh, thanks Joey — Yugi tried to hide his guilt behind a sheepish smile and closed eyes.
When you turned around and weren't looking, Joey lifted his arm and did a thumbs up to Yugi while smiling and repeatedly nodding, as if asking “how did it go?”. Yugi answered with another thumbs up, shyly.
Apparently, it looked like a success!
Joey retracted his elbow triumphantly. He was even happier than his friend at this point.
— Yeah! Well! Let's go Y/N!! —
You both left the shop and waved at Yugi.
—Hmm…you weren't entirely honest with them, did you? — Solomon asked, with one of his eyes closed, as if he was inspecting his own grandson.
— I…uh, Grandpa, I don't wanna talk about this…—
— Heh heh, don't worry about it!, let's rest and call it a day — He reassured his grandson, patting his back as the young man went to his own room.
Yugi let out a long sigh after closing the door.
— Why didn't you actually tell them?...—
Yami’s spirit was sitting on the bed when he asked. It felt like a jab at Yugi's heart...
— Well I should be the one asking that! You didn't even peak to help or encourage me! — Yugi wasn't even mad, he was just…anoyed, and hurt.
— You know…I know when you're hiding something. — Yugi sat by Yami’s side on the bed. — I take it you don't like Y/N, then…?. —
Yugi started changing into his bed clothes while waiting for an answer.
— N-no…it's not like that. Yugi, I…! — Yami tried his best, but couldn't come up with the words that could better describe how he actually felt, and the heaviness in his chest…—I… I don't know for sure…—
— Well, you will have to make up your mind Pharaoh…— Yugi muttered while climbing to his bed, then turning off the lights — We have a date tomorrow. —
— I see… —
Yami sat by the headboard of the bed, deep in thought, while observing his other half.
He was a 5000* year old spirit, yet he had heard enough insults about himself, been called names for actions he couldn't even recall, and having to live, yet again to own up for his mistakes in a body that wasn't even his.
“I’ve heard about you, you were an evil Pharaoh, a tyrant”
“You always take credit for being the king of games, leaving nothing for Yugi!”
“You don't deserve to be the current champion, that title belongs to me, and me only!”
“What about Tea, I bet you plan to have her to yourself too, huh?”
“You are evil, accept it.”
Each one stung more than the last, even if Yami didn't want to accept it, even if he wanted to stay strong at the time, the pain on his chest had him almost bent over…
It wasn't easy, for either of them. It wasn't easy to be both dead and alive at the same time.
It wasn't easy to be someone else’s shadow, yet shine so much no one could help but see him.
It wasn't easy to be accused of cheating repeatedly while being judged for taking all the credit at the same time.
But what Yami would never, ever do willingly, is hurt Yugi again.
— I lost him once, I can't afford to make the same mistakes again…—
Yami looked at his younger counterpart. Being a part of his life and sharing the joys of it, the ups and downs…
It was an immense privilege.
And he took it for granted way too many times to make the same mistake again.
— I would never deprive you from the happiness that belongs to you, partner…—
The ancient spirit looked to his younger, lively self sleeping peacefully.
The night was still young…
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In the other part of the town, Joey was walking you home, the look of nostalgia and happiness washing over him, remembering how defenseless and weak Yugi was in the past. Now both of them reached maturity, even if Joey himself knew he had many things to overcome.
—...-and don't get me started on that one, you should have seen his face when Tristan and I took his millenium puzzle! —
You chuckled a little as the scene played in your mind.
— Oh, you two were so mean!! —
— Hahaha, you could say so!, but…— The blonde man looked to the horizon, then at the floor, searching for the words between every step. —You know…If anything ever happened to me, I would also trust everything I had to Yugi. The only family I have, my sister Serenity, and what little I might have at my home…
—Joey…— The sudden change in pace, and the vulnerability he just showed you…took you out of guard immediately. Almost walking past your original destination — Oh, it's here.
Joey stopped immediately, walking backwards a little, and brushing the back of his head with his hand, almost apologetically.
— Thank you, Joey…—
— No problem, Y/n! And…hey…please take care of Yugi's heart for me, will ya? —
— I…uh..sure…— You were confused by his last statement…what did he mean by that? —
You went into your house, and put your bed clothes on to relax. While you were undressing, however, many thoughts started racing on your mind.
—Simple enough, we go out together, I buy him a meal, and everything is covered…right? —
However…
Thinking about it more deeply…
“There’s a cafeteria near here…”
“It’s okay if you don't want to”
“I would trust Yugi with everything I had”
“Please take care of Yugi's heart for me, ‘will ya?”
For a moment, you felt a scream coiling at the bottom of your throat when it downed on you.
You signed up for a date.
Without you noticing, you gave your friend, Yugi, high hopes for something you didn't feel…or did you?
Were you starting to develop feelings for your friend? Was this all just a massive misunderstanding?
— I’m such an idiot…— You threw yourself at your bed, frustrated. — What do I do? What should I tell him?...What should I wear?? —
It was funny and annoying how your mood was swinging to match your current train of thought. You realized it was better to rest from this busy day, and give yourself a little bit of grace.
The harder decisions would be taken up tomorrow.
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Guys!!!
It ended being so long I had to decide to split it up in two chapters! Holy moly! I cannot believe I’ve written roughly 2500 words for this post alone! It's insane and I want to keep on writing lol xD.
Well...I hope you like this one, and see you in another post!!
Hi, can you do a pov of the yu-gi-oh boys finding out you’re pregnant
(I AM SO SORRY THIS TOOK SO LONG TO GET TO! I love this idea, Anon! {as if I didn't have a good enough excuse to have baby fever XD})
Finding Out You're Pregnant (Yu-Gi-Oh Boys x Female reader)
Yugi Moto
If Yugi's being honest with himself, he's always dreamed of having a family with you since the two of you started dating five years prior
But, since you wanted to wait until the two of you were married, he respected that wish, showing his affection in any way he could think of (flowers just because, kisses and hugs and gentle touches that he knew made you melt)
Once the two of you were married, though...
Let's just say that night was pretty damn spicy
Fast forward about 2 months
You'd been feeling extremely nauseous lately, most days beginning either with that feeling or by throwing up.
When talking to Téa about your symptoms, she suggested taking a pregnancy test
Yugi, like the sweetheart he is, waited outside your shared bathroom, pacing a little bit
He couldn't help it, he was nervous!
But, when you came out of the bathroom a few minutes later and showed him the test result, he went from nervous to elated.
"We're gonna have a baby... We're gonna be parents!"
Does one of those moves where he picks you up and spins you before kissing you and your stomach
Good luck convincing Yugi to get you to do anything for the next 6 months or so lol, he can and will pamper you during your pregnancy
Yami Yugi/ Pharaoh Atem
Unlike Yugi, he hadn't really given kids much thought
But, he noticed the way your eyes lingered on children running past while the two of you were dating
After about two years, the question came up in a conversation the two of you had about the future
He admitted that he hadn't thought about it, but that he loved you and if he were to have children, he wanted them to be with you
About 2 years later, the two of you were married, and anxiously waiting for the results of a pregnancy test
Atem held you close, in that moment, he felt nervous
Even if that result did pop up with a positive, that wouldn't mean that he would be a good father...
When you saw the results, you were thrilled, but you saw the doubt in his eyes
You snapped him out of his thoughts with a touch, reminding him of the feats he's accomplished, and that any child would be lucky to have him as a father
It didn't really hit for him until he got to hold the baby in his arms 9 months later
The nurse had showed him how to hold a baby before placing the little one in his arms
It was pretty hilarious seeing him tense up with a look like a deer in headlights
But... The more he held the baby in his arms, the softer that look became and the more relaxed he was
"I promise my son/daughter... I'll do everything I can to protect you" He promised before gently kissing the baby's forehead
Overall, just a big softie for his little prince/princess
Joey Wheeler
Believe me, with all my heart, I wanna say that Joey was calm and collected when he found out, but... He wasn't (the picture is pretty close to his reaction, honestly)
Joey has always wanted kids, don't get me wrong
Buuuut, he wasn't expecting to have kids this early
For context, you guys were two years into the relationship, but you'd used protection
The only problem is that the one specific time in question fell into the 3 percentile that condoms aren't effective....
He was in a panic when he found out
"Huh?! But, we used protection an' all dat... Didn't we?"
When he looked at you, you were crying, which only made him panic more
"No, no, no, baby, don't cry. It's gonna be all right. We'll figure this out togetha, I promise."
True to his word, he was at every Dr's appointment, every checkup, and at your side every moment of the delivery
All the while during the pregnancy, much like Atem, he was extremely nervous about being a father
He didn't exactly have the best father to compare to....
But, all those doubts faded away when that baby was placed in his arms for the first time
He smiled softly, a smile that told you he was gonna be a sucker for his kid
Good luck getting the baby away from him, because he wants to be there all the time
Seto Kaiba
As for Kaiba....
He's a CEO and a Duel Monsters Champion, he doesn't have time for kids
Except for Mokuba, but that's his brother...
So, when you found out you were pregnant, you were understandably nervous and afraid
Afraid that the worst would happen, that Seto would leave you and want nothing to do with his child
While your fears were understandable, you forgot that Seto Kaiba has a soft spot for his loved ones, you especially
You tried to avoid him, but a couple days of that had him pinning you against the wall in his office to get you to talk to him
He was worried about you, and asked you what was going on, telling you to be honest with him
He was more alarmed when you broke down
Through tears, you told him you were pregnant, and he was the father
He held you close to him, his heart breaking when you begged him not to leave you
"I'm not going anywhere." He made you look at him. "I won't lie, the thought of being a father scares me... But, I promise, I'm going to do everything I can to be the best father I can be."
Seto Kaiba is, above all things, a man of his word
When Seto wasn't around, Mokuba helped you out, and you better believe that baby's been spoiled since before their birth...
Once he held the baby for the first time (ngl, the sight of his giraffe self cradling a tiny baby is both endearing and hilarious), it was hook, line and sinker
Safe to say, he ended up being a better father than he gave himself credit for
(Again, I'm SO sorry this took a while! But, hopefully you enjoy it!)
Hello, I am a huge fan of your Yugi x reader x Atem and the individual of each stories and headcanons. I was wondering if you can do cuddle headcanons for them both? I was wondering what a poly cuddle would be like. I happen to either be a little taller than Atem or the same height as him but I know I'm taller than Yugi.
Hello, friend! I'm sorry I have no idea how long this was sitting in my inbox, but I finally got around to it! I hope you like these <3 and thank you for the compliment ^^
Cuddle headcanons
Yugi:
His cuddles are very sweet, loves heads tucked into chests, whether it's your head on his chest or the other way around, he loves it
If it's hot out he still likes to have some kind of contact while you share a bed. Will settle for just keeping a hand on your hip or tucking it under your arm/on your side, so long as he gets to touch you in some way he's happy.
Doesn't mind if you're taller than him, if anything he likes it, makes those cuddles all the better. And don't think he won't insist on you being the little spoon half the time, doesn't matter if you're taller, he will wrap his arms around you and make you feel safe!
Atem:
King of spooning. He can't even describe why he loves it, besides that it just feels right when you do. It's like you were made for each other, the way your bodies just fit perfectly together.
Loves to cuddle while you're sitting together. Will rest his head on your shoulder, even presses some little kisses there if you're okay with that. If your hand isn't readily available to hold he'll probably place his on your knee or maybe even your inner thigh if he's feeling cheeky.
Also doesn't care if you're taller than him (actually finds it sexy), loves to sneak up on you when you're sitting on the bed so he can rest on his knees, wrapped his arms around you, and trail kisses up your back. He also insists on alternating who's the little spoon cos he loves both no matter your height <3
Asdfghjkl I hope this is a reader insert blog bc if it is I'm very excited!! If this prompt is inspiring for either of you, could we get something where Yami develops feelings for Yugi's friend (the reader) and his yandere urges starts spreading to Yugi, or maybe Yami tries to convince Yugi to give into his own yandere feelings for the reader, I just love the idea of Yami kinda "corrupting" Yugi and the reader getting caught up in it, ya know? If this doesn't inspire either of you, feel free to just give some general Yandere headcanons or something, I'm okay with anything! Thanks in advance!
-💙 anon~
Yami corrupting Yugi
Warnings: small mention of stalking (?), Small implication of NSFW, murder,
Notes: no because I LITERALLY LOVE THIS IDEA?? LIKE AHHH I imagine Yami would do this, so thank you so much for requesting! ❤️❤️ Also yes this is a reader insert blog! And it’s also a character x character blog too!^^
Updated notes:
I AM SO SORRY THIS TOOK SO LONG?!?! I had this biggest writers block EVER but finally it's done 💀💀
Made by: Mod Yugi, with the help of Mod Yami
It was late at night, Yugi was just laying on his bed doing his usual thing, stalking your social media of course! He felt Yami's presence also staring at his phone. All was good until he saw it, the photo that shattered his heart into millions of pieces, the photo of you and your significant other.
Yugi felt so many things run through his head at once, he couldn't think straight. His stomach started to hurt, next thing he knew he was sobbing into a pillow, he dreaded the day you'd get a significant other who was someone other than him, he had a feeling that this was bound to happen eventually, but why does it hurt so much?
After a few minutes it was quiet, with Yugi occasionally sniffling from his crying, after a few seconds, Yami broke the silence.
"Crying won't fix anything, Yugi."
Yugi looked over at him "W-what did you just say.." he said, wiping tears off his face. "You heard me, you're really going to sit here and cry and let this happen?" Yami said, staring at Yugi and the pillow he still held tightly. "Well.. what can I do?! She looks so much happier with them!" He started, "way happier then she is with me.." he mumbled, looking down at the pillow he was sobbing into. "There is something you can do, Yugi." Yami said, smirking, "Get rid of the issue."
Yugi stared at him confused, he had a feeling about what he meant by "the issue" but.. he didn't mean- "..what do you mean..?" He hesitantly asked, "I believe you know exactly what I mean, Yugi." Yami said, so it was Yugi's suspicion.. "Yami.. I can't! I can't hurt someone! You know how I hate fighting and violence!-" Yugi started to ramble, as much as he wanted to hurt the "issue", he couldn't, especially with how short he is.. Yami got close to Yugi and whispered, "Well I can." Yugi stared at him puzzled, followed by a "..huh?" Yami sighed, "Do you want Y/N to be with someone who could hurt her?" Yugi shot up in a panic at the thought of someone hurting you, "No! Never!" he yelled, "Then we need to fix it, I know they're a horrible person, and I know you know that too." Yami said sternly, "Besides, why would you feel bad for someone who would hurt Y/N?" He asked, Yugi looked down again, and thought for a moment before sighing, "I guess you're right.." Yami smiled, "I'm always right."
Yami then took control, he quietly went down the stairs, not to wake up his grandpa, he went to the kitchen quietly, grabbing a large kitchen knife, Yugi started to panic, "Y-Yami! What are you going to do with that?!" Yami smirked, "Yugi, this is how you deal with that issue." Yugi was scared, but he trusted Yami, but he didn't know he'd do this.. he quietly made his way out the door, "Where are we going?" Yugi asked, but Yami didn't reply. He just walked with his head down, clenching the knife hard, Yugi debated on asking if he was okay, was he also upset about the whole ordeal? Only god knows what he'd do with that knife..
Yugi was confused, he didn't recognize this path, where are they going? What were they gonna do there? "..Yami.. what are we doing here?" Yami seemed to snap out of his anger, as he went to the window of the house and looked inside. "Look, that's why we're here." Yami said in anger, Yugi went blank, he just stared through the window, anger boiling inside him, it’s been a long time ever since he felt this way. Even Yami couldn't believe what he saw, they both stared into the window and saw Y/N and that menace doing.. well.. spicy activities.
Now, Yami knew what he was doing, making Yugi look through the window, purposely making him mad, and possibly driving him to "deal with the issue", but he wasn't expecting this, not at all, but he knows he can use this to his advantage. They both sat there, waiting for the two "love birds" to be done, once they both stopped, that was Yami's que.
He allowed Yugi to take control, next thing Yugi knew, he was standing outside the window, knife clenched in hand. He jumped at the sight, nearly dropping the knife, "Yugi, calm down!" Yami scolded, whispering so they wouldn't be heard. "Now, what you're going to do is look inside until you see Y/N leave." Yami instructed. Yugi hesitatingly nodded, he carefully looked through the window, and after many minutes of worry of being seen and Yami having to snap him out of his fantasies with you, you finally got up to another room and he heard the shower running, now was his que.
"Yugi, now." Yami instructed.
In one swift motion, he opened the window and jumped into the room. He saw that menace who took his Y/N, "Who the fuck are you?!" They screamed, Yugi just glared at them, raising the knife clenched in his hands. "Do it Yugi, kill them." He swore he heard Yami say, and he did just that. In one quick motion to the stomach, they were dead on the bed.
Yugi smiled at his work, he at first had doubts, but that did release some anger he had, a lot actually. He felt Yami was proud of him also, "Good job Yugi, I'll take it from here." He said, taking control. They were both surprised Y/N didn't hear anything, but that was a good thing, especially now that "the issue" is gone.
..until they heard the door creak open..
Yami turned around slowly, seeing a frightened Y/N, "..What did you do.." you stuttered out, he slowly approached you, trying to not seem as frightening as you made him out to be. No matter how much he tried you knew one thing, you had to run.
You swiftly turned around and ran, you didn't exactly have an escape plan, maybe the front door? Yeah, that'd work.
The house seemed so much bigger than before, the front door seemed so much farther now, every turn and step was filled with adrenaline, it was almost hard to control.
Yami nearly didn't make it, until Yugi took control, he was able to jump on you just in time. You screamed and thrashed in his grip, you nearly had one of your wrists out of his hands until Yami took control again, what's with this man and constantly switching?! Due to his strength, he was able to knock you out and he carefully picked you up.
"And that Yugi, is how you take care of "the issue"."
A fic idea that popped into my mind as I went back to rewatch what was still available of season 0. Doesn’t matter the season, Yugi is just so gosh darn precious…!
As someone who likes fluff, I realized that I don’t normally write openly optimistic/encouraging fics like this one, so it was an experience.
I had to end it on that line, no matter how cheesy (๑≧艸≦)
I can’t read it without hearing the m-m-m-m-meme-d version of it—
As the rays of the afternoon sun flooded through the classroom windows, steadying my hands, I carefully placed down the angled cards. While my designated seat was at the opposite end, the degree of warmth that submerged the near lifeless room gradually increased as time ticked on.
I had long forgotten the rocky start I had at the beginning of the semester. And gradually, I had came to cherish the irreplaceable friends and memories I made at school. Everyday, no matter how small or mundane, I would look forward to the time I could spend with my friends.
During our breaks, we’d gather together. We would play some games, chat, and there would almost always be laughter. Similarly, when school was out for the day, we’d spend a little time hanging out before heading home for the night.
‘And this afternoon will be fun, too!’
…
… Is what I would like to say.
I took another pair of playing cards; a soft tap sounded as I levelled them on my desk. And as I delicately placed the arched stock paper, I recalled how this situation came to be.
Anzu, in preparation for an upcoming evaluation in her dance lessons, had been leaving as soon as the last bell of the day sounded so she could get in as much practice as she could.
Miho, being Anzu’s closest friend, would leave with her to support and cheer her on.
Honda, taking pride in being a part of the school’s custodian body, had his share of responsibilities around the school to see to.
And last, but definitely not least, was Jonouchi. When no one else was free, we’d spend the afternoon with whatever caught our interests that day. Tabletop games, manga, the arcades— we went along with wherever our whims took us. But today, having owned Honda a favour, he had been pulled aside to help with the routine duties.
While I said I’d wait for Jonouchi until he finished what was asked of him, it would have been a lie if I didn’t say I was a little lonely. I thought I had forgotten this feeling— the loneliness I used to have…
To distract myself, I busied myself by building a house of cards, hiding away in its shade as it grew higher and higher. By now, although still in arm's reach, the top of the tower was above head height. Standing, I continued working on the construct.
It was strange, though. It was hard to put into words and describe the feeling, but even when I was alone, there were times when I felt like I wasn’t.
“Ah!!” Too focused on the moment, by the time I realized what was about to happen and had grasped the pendant in my hands, it was too late.
With the gentle fluttering of the cards, in a flash, I watched as the tall pyramid came crashing down. Its contents dispersed on and around my desk. “... Aw, man…”
I looked down at the ‘culprit’ cupped in the palms of my hands. A dazzling gleam radiated from the golden puzzle basked in the light, a hint of a reflection looking back at me. Unable to find it within me to be frustrated or disappointed, I could feel a small smile spread on my lips. Wasting no time, I started to play a quick round of 52-pickup.
“Here.”
I followed the upbeat voice, finding your gentle expression standing at the end of it. “T-thanks! Uhm…” As I took the stray card you picked up, my voice trailed off as I realized I couldn't put a name to your face.
“[L/n], [F/n] from class A, but just call me [F/n]. And what’s yours?”
“I’m Yugi! It’s nice to meet you!”
“Hey, Yugi-kun,” A playful tone sounded as you crouched down to meet me. “That was an amazing castle. Would it be okay if you let me help you rebuild it?”
“Sure!” Swallowing my hesitation, I quickly mustered all the courage I had, “A–and if you’re interested, I also have other games we could play!”
“You do?” There was an kind sparkle to your eyes as you agreed, “Sure! Sounds like fun!”
Maybe days like this won’t be so lonely after all…
This afternoon, too…
I got to play games with Yugi again.
“Ah–” The gears clicked in place as you realized your mistake.
Things were already too late as you watched Yugi flip the one and final card he had needed to win the game, turning your previous play against you. “And that's my win!”
You gave a defeated sigh in response to his chipper declaration, “And that's my loss…” But the weary facade didn't last, dissipating just as quick as when you recognized your previous mistake.
Perhaps seeing that you finally grasped a solid understanding of the fundamentals, Yugi wanted to test you and didn't let his winning chance slip by. Throughout the game, on countless occasions, the match could have prematurely ended if it weren't for him generously letting you undo some of your mistakes. You wouldn't have gotten this far otherwise.
“You’re really amazing, Yugi-kun. It’s your first day playing and you’re already able to explain everything so clearly.” Giving a stretch, you shrugged it off, an airy comment slipping from you as you started to regather all your cards. “Not that I expected I could win against you on my first try. I’ve learned that much when we first met.”
“...” Eyes casted downwards, Yugi fell silent at your words as a thought flashed through him. “Sorry…”
“Hm?” But your spirited hum came to a halt as you noticed his quiet introspection, “No need to be.”
“... It doesn’t matter what game, whenever we play together, I’m always the one winning.” The air was stiff as he solemnly admitted, “It must not be fun to play with me…”
By now, you felt like you had a well-founded idea of what type of person Yugi was and that he wasn’t someone who’d act without reason. Putting together what you knew of him in tandem with your previous utterance, something must have happened between the last time the two of you hung out. That ‘something’ must have had to do with his peerless understanding and success with any game he encounters.
With your share of cards now in your hands, you squared off your deck. The audible clack from them took Yugi’s gaze off his lap. “I don’t think so.”
“Huh?”
“Starting something new doesn't mean I'll always do well. And just because I lost or that something is difficult doesn't mean I can't still enjoy it.” Placing your deck of spiralled-back trading cards on Yugi’s side of the field, you continued your train of thought, “Win or lose, first time or not— whenever we play together, we get to spend time together and I get to learn something new. I think that’s already exciting in itself. It might not be in Duel Monsters, but I'll steal a win from you someday— Just you wait!”
Dumbfounded at your straight forward, good faith, as much as he tried to hide it, you could see that Yugi always wore his heart on his sleeves. This time was no different as his astonishment was replaced with a sheepish and heartfelt smile.
“Now, come on!” You urged him along. “I’m waiting for you so I can shuffle your cards. I think I’ve got the hang of things and I’m not done trying to win yet. Or is it that you would like me to pick your cards for you, too?”
“Ah! N-no…! I— Um…!!” Snapping back to his senses, you watched as he scrambled to compile his cards. Lining up his deck, he gave a bashful glance and chuckle as he traded off his cards to you, “Heh… Thanks, [F/n].”
With his spirits lifted, you give him a giggle of your own, “Don’t mention it.”
“Alright,” After a thorough shuffle, sliding the deck back to their original player, the two of you exchanged a nod and a look of understanding as you both declared the start of the new round:
Got another request for you darling! May I request headcanons for the Yu-Gi-Oh guys reacting to their female S/O getting attacked by a dangerous stalker?
Why we out here getting attacked so much?? 👀
!WARNING! THIS FIC CONTAINS MANETIONS OF VIOLENCE, AND STALKING IF THAT MAKES YOU UNCOMFORATBLE PLEASE TURN AWAY NOW. I LOVE YOU ALL BE SAFE
Yugi Muto
it all started when the you were walking home. You had a feeling that you were being followed, but assumed it was your mind playing tricks on you.
now as you laid on the ground the stalker above you and a couple of bruises adoring your skin, you wished you listened to your instincts.
Luckily for you, your stalker isn't the brightest.
So with a swift kick to where the sun doesn't shine was them rolling on the ground, and you running home as fast as you could.
when you finally got home Yugi turned his head to greet you, but was met with your scared, bruised, and crying face.
He was immediately at your side, and his hands on your face asking what had happened. When you told him he pulled you close , and brushed your hair down.
"Its okay doll....I promise your safe. I wont let anyone lay their hands on you again."
though he will never admit it he may or may not have under the table paid Bakura to have Yami take out the "trash"
Yami/Atem
The two of you were on a picnic date when it happened. He had left to get your surprise out of the car when unknown man approached.
You tried to stall and talk to the man till Atem came back, but the man decided other wise.
in one swift motion the man was on top of you, his phone in hand the camera pointing at you, and his trying to rip off the cloths you had on.
you tried kicking and screaming to get ones attention, and luckily Atem heard your cries, and saw the man on top of yo. he quickly ran to you and ripped the man from you.
He hasn't used the Shadow realm since the early days, but he couldn't think of a better punishment for the lowly creature.
He wont lie he made the game quick and easy or him to lose to. so when his soul finally banished to the shadow realm Atem was able to hold you in his arms as you cried.
"Its okay my love...he will never hurt you or anyone ever again."
Joey Wheeler
Let me say, this guy will protect you till his final breath. So when the two of you go to the mall together, and you don't come back from the store you went into he had to check on you.
the far dark corner you are pinned to the wall by some guy you both don't recognize. You were trying to push him off, but he forcing his body weight on you as he kissed your neck trying to leave bruises.
upon seeing the scene all Joey could see was red. he quickly pulled the man off of you and began to beat him with an inch of life.
You had to peel joey off of him, and quickly ushered him home. When the two of you go there he held you close, and asked if you were okay.
maybe it was comforting embrace, or you knew you were safe there, but when he asked you broke down in his arms and in response he just held you tighter.
"That jackass wont hurt you ever again. I wont let him."
Tristan Taylor
When the two of the waterpark was when it happened. He walked away to get some drinks for the two of you, when a man forcefully pulled you to the changing rooms.
He caught a glimpse of your distressed face as the door shut, and he immediately dropped everything, and rushed to the room.
He got there before the guy could do any damage to you. he wanted to be violent with the guy, but he knew that would put you in further distresses
So with his strength alone he knocked the guy out, picked you up bridal style, and informed the staff of the situation.
as the two of you waited for authorities he held you close and cooed sweet nothings into your ear.
"There there baby....i got you."
Duke Devlin
it Happened while you were visiting him at his shop. He ran to the back to get the new shipment of dice to show you. So you decided to have look at the monsters hoping to one day one up him.
When you felt a pair of hand on your waist. You knew they weren't Duke's so you began to struggled bit. When the man leaned down to threaten you.
terrified of what this man could do to you, you froze up as he began to unbutton your pants. The man didn't get far till Duke came out.
When he saw what was going on he dropped the box of dice in his hands. Distracted by the sudden loud noise the man stopped to turn to the source.
However, before he could he was yanked off of you and onto the floor. Duke landed a hard stomp to the mans chest keeping his foot there to keep him down, after he pulled out his phone and proceed to call authorities.
When they got there, and duke showed the security cam footage. after he closed down shop and took you home. when the two of you got there you immediately broke down, nd all he could do was hold you close.
"I'm sorry I wasn't there my heart, I promise to never et this happen to you again."
Seto Kiba
let me just say that there would never be a chance in hell that something like that would happen to you. he makes sure your protected properly, but on the off chance that something did happen he would be furious.
One of the bodyguard had fallen for you while you were under his care. He fell so so hard that he wanted you all to himself. So when he thought no was looking he took you to a forgotten room at Seto's penthouse, and pushed himself on you.
one hand gripping you arms behind your back probably leaving bruises, the other roaming where you know it doesn't belong.
As you began to sob the other Bodyguard busted in Seto right behind him, as the bodyguard delt with him Seto pulled you to him as you sobbed into his chest.
With an icy glare he told the bodyguard to take care of them men, and when they were both gone, he softened.
he held you close, rubbed you back soothingly, ahd whispered sweet nothings to you.
"Im here sweetheart. that trash wont EVER be around you again."
Bakura Ryou
for awhile now he knew you had a stalker. So he never really let you go out by yourself. You understood, but there were times you wanted to go out on your own.
So despite his wished you left to go to the mall for some shopping, and as you were cornered and fought off your attacker the best you could you wished you had listened.
When Bakura noticed your absence he was quick to look for you. One of your friends informed him that you went to the mall for personal shopping.
When he got there the authorities were already taking the man away, and you sat in the back of an ambulance. you were covered in scratches and bruises.
he was quickly at your side, holding you close, and crying himself.
"Please next time listen to me love.....i don't know what i would do with out."
Yami Bakura
since he has had a body of his own he has been very busy with his plans in the shadows. he knew he could hide like he use to ,but he still knows how to sneaky.
Thus you haven't been able to spend much time with him. You didn't mind you knew he loved you. So like every other day you went to the store to get things for dinner.
while in the back near the meat , a man dragged you to the butchers room where no on was. and tried to bring you to the floor.
The man didn't get very far because out the shadows stepped you boyfriend fury dancing in his eyes.
with an unknow strength he picked up the man by the collar, and threw him to the shadows, and what you assumed was the shadow realm.
without missing a beat he went over to you and picked you up, heading back to the shadows he came from.
"Im not leaving you alone again."
Bakura Ishtar
The two of you traveled all the time, so you never had a stalker, but there were times when people did follow you. This time however it was taken too far.
You decided to wonder a bit, and unfortunately found yourself in the wrong part of town. One of the unsavory guys there caught wind of you and followed you. When he cornered you in an ally he began saying things to you, but you didn't understand. all you knew is you had to get out of there.
you tend to wonder often so your boyfriend insisted that you took a taser with you, so without hesitation you took it out of your purse and used it against him.
after you left the scene and called your boyfriend. He was quick to find you and pull you into his arms, and checks you for any bruises.
"Please don't wander without me little Lilly. I don't know what i would do if I couldn't hold you anymore."
Yami Marik
So much like Seto he doesn't allow such a thing happen. You are HIS QUEEN and no will EVER lay their hands on you . He wont tell you, but he constantly has eyes on you. not out distrust but out of worry.
So when of your coworkers decided they wanted to step out of the friendship with you, he witnessed it all.
Everything from your rejection, to the man getting upset and trying to take you anyway. Unlucky for him Marik decided to make his presence known before the man could do harm.
With a sinister grin he picked the man up by the collar and took him to the shadow realm for a "friendly" duel.
and as his screams where heard from the shadow Yami came to your side kneeled to your level and cupped your face.
