Just another prefect trying to survive in NRC.

Feel free to explore my bullshit.

[that-one-oddball]

"You truly wish to see my spell? But of course, I'll show you!"

Leo Hudson, one of the many prefects at NRC, has always admired those with their magic pens, and had moved into the Ramshackle dorm to start a new life.

Having come from a broken home, Leo was never used to being the center of attention, but being an American exchange student, Leo was questioned often, which overwhelmed him quite often.

Despite his looks, Leo often keeps to himself, calmly listening to music while he draws, or taking care of his pets, Emerald the junebeetle and Gremlin the snake, in his dorm.

His acquaintances are Malleus Draconia, Ace Trappola, Idia Shroud, and Floyd Leech.

His friends are Jack Howl, Jade Leech, and Kalim Al-Asim.

🏳️‍⚧️ No NSFW asks or requests, as mod and Leo are minors.

🏳️‍⚧️ No proshipping, or any other gross ships.

🏳️‍⚧️ Selfshipping is okay, as long as it is in age range. (15 ~ 17)

🏳️‍⚧️ Feel free to interact with your yuusonas/twst ocs!

🐜Welcome to the Hive - answering questions.

🪲Tending to the little grubs - Ooc/Mod speaking.

🦋Beautiful yet Toxic - Interacting with other posts.

🕷Little Spiderlings - Leo interacting with the people he adopts.

🐝Hivemates - Talking with (in character) friends.

🪰Buzzers - Talking with (in character) acquaintances.

[azugrotto-deactivated20260429]

Ayo, one of your workers called me a bumpy snailfish, and it wasn't Floyd. Could you search it up while I... Talk with that employee?

….

My truest, most deepest apologies…

Please let me know which employee it was. I will have this resolved immediately.

[that-one-oddball]

Ph, I already took care of them. Just... Don't ask why they and my hands are bandaged.

[that-one-oddball]

LEOOOO- sooo i was talking to some of the scarabia students and they taught me about this kind of style or like clothing? ANYWAY i think i look cool and i wanna see what you think!!

(@kalim-al-asim-asks )

Oh, really? What is it, if I may ask? Is it alt, grunge, what?

[kalim-al-asim-asks]

I think they said it was cross-dressing? I think i look cute!-but what do you think?

[that-one-oddball]

Leo almost immediately blushed a dark red, but cleared his throat.

You look beautiful, darling.

[kalim-al-asim-asks]

[kalim laughed and spun around so he could show of the skirt before he hugged Leo tight]

Yay!! I'm glad you like it!!

[that-one-oddball]

Leo let out a soft squeak, almost like a squeaky toy, but chuckled softly as he hugged back.

I couldn't ever not like you.

[kalim-al-asim-asks]

[He smooshed Leo's cheeks as much as possible and snorted]

You're like a squeaky toy!!!

[that-one-oddball]

Leo grumbled softly, but gently bit Kalim's fingers, looking llayfully annoyed.

[kalim-al-asim-asks]

[Kalim squeaked himself and pouted]

you're supposed to be the squeaky one not me...

[that-one-oddball]

Leo only huffed before he let go of Kalim's fingers.

I have the 'tism, it's only normal I squeak.

[kalim-al-asim-asks]

You're cute when you make your happy noises!!

[kalim giggled and booped his nose and snuggled him]

[that-one-oddball]

So are you, darling.

Leo smiled warmly, patting Kalim's head before picking him up, causing his back to crack loudly, making Leo let out a soft, surprised grunt.

Well. Looks like I might be a glowstick tonight.

[that-one-oddball]

LEOOOO- sooo i was talking to some of the scarabia students and they taught me about this kind of style or like clothing? ANYWAY i think i look cool and i wanna see what you think!!

(@kalim-al-asim-asks )

Oh, really? What is it, if I may ask? Is it alt, grunge, what?

[kalim-al-asim-asks]

I think they said it was cross-dressing? I think i look cute!-but what do you think?

[that-one-oddball]

Leo almost immediately blushed a dark red, but cleared his throat.

You look beautiful, darling.

[kalim-al-asim-asks]

[kalim laughed and spun around so he could show of the skirt before he hugged Leo tight]

Yay!! I'm glad you like it!!

[that-one-oddball]

Leo let out a soft squeak, almost like a squeaky toy, but chuckled softly as he hugged back.

I couldn't ever not like you.

[kalim-al-asim-asks]

[He smooshed Leo's cheeks as much as possible and snorted]

You're like a squeaky toy!!!

[that-one-oddball]

Leo grumbled softly, but gently bit Kalim's fingers, looking llayfully annoyed.

[kalim-al-asim-asks]

[Kalim squeaked himself and pouted]

you're supposed to be the squeaky one not me...

[that-one-oddball]

Leo only huffed before he let go of Kalim's fingers.

I have the 'tism, it's only normal I squeak.

[that-one-oddball]

LEOOOO- sooo i was talking to some of the scarabia students and they taught me about this kind of style or like clothing? ANYWAY i think i look cool and i wanna see what you think!!

(@kalim-al-asim-asks )

Oh, really? What is it, if I may ask? Is it alt, grunge, what?

[kalim-al-asim-asks]

I think they said it was cross-dressing? I think i look cute!-but what do you think?

[that-one-oddball]

Leo almost immediately blushed a dark red, but cleared his throat.

You look beautiful, darling.

[kalim-al-asim-asks]

[kalim laughed and spun around so he could show of the skirt before he hugged Leo tight]

Yay!! I'm glad you like it!!

[that-one-oddball]

Leo let out a soft squeak, almost like a squeaky toy, but chuckled softly as he hugged back.

I couldn't ever not like you.

[kalim-al-asim-asks]

[He smooshed Leo's cheeks as much as possible and snorted]

You're like a squeaky toy!!!

[that-one-oddball]

Leo grumbled softly, but gently bit Kalim's fingers, looking llayfully annoyed.

[that-one-oddball]

LEOOOO- sooo i was talking to some of the scarabia students and they taught me about this kind of style or like clothing? ANYWAY i think i look cool and i wanna see what you think!!

(@kalim-al-asim-asks )

Oh, really? What is it, if I may ask? Is it alt, grunge, what?

[kalim-al-asim-asks]

I think they said it was cross-dressing? I think i look cute!-but what do you think?

[that-one-oddball]

Leo almost immediately blushed a dark red, but cleared his throat.

You look beautiful, darling.

[kalim-al-asim-asks]

[kalim laughed and spun around so he could show of the skirt before he hugged Leo tight]

Yay!! I'm glad you like it!!

[that-one-oddball]

Leo let out a soft squeak, almost like a squeaky toy, but chuckled softly as he hugged back.

I couldn't ever not like you.

[that-one-oddball]

LEOOOO- sooo i was talking to some of the scarabia students and they taught me about this kind of style or like clothing? ANYWAY i think i look cool and i wanna see what you think!!

(@kalim-al-asim-asks )

Oh, really? What is it, if I may ask? Is it alt, grunge, what?

[kalim-al-asim-asks]

I think they said it was cross-dressing? I think i look cute!-but what do you think?

[that-one-oddball]

Leo almost immediately blushed a dark red, but cleared his throat.

You look beautiful, darling.

[the-real-deuce-spade]

These things better be worth it I swear to the Seven.

[that-one-oddball]

I can taste test them, if you'll have me.

[the-real-deuce-spade]

Go right ahead

[that-one-oddball]

Leo nodded before he grabbed one of the baked goods, raking a bite.

Hmm. Crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside. Not bad. Could use a bit more time in the oven, though.

[the-real-deuce-spade]

These things better be worth it I swear to the Seven.

[that-one-oddball]

I can taste test them, if you'll have me.

[ask-mateo-manta]

Hmm... You are... Interesting. Soft yet strong. The name's Milo Mantis!

The tall, mantis-looking man held out a hand, smiling at Mateo as he spoke, his antennae and wings twitching slightly from excitement. The man, Milo, was a good 7'8".

Whoa…

*Mateo gasps as he takes notice of the newcomer, then beams and takes the offered hand, shaking it warmly.*

It’s nice to meet you, Milo- you look so cool! My name is Mateo, Mateo Manta! Oh uh, blanket!

[that-one-oddball]

Milo let out a soft chirp, his antennae twitching as he smiled, but Milo started to circle Mateo, tilting his head slightly.

I sense your strength. Yet it is dormant. Why is that?

[ask-mateo-manta]

My… strength? I know I’m strong physically, and I do use that sometimes, but what do you mean by that?

[that-one-oddball]

Not just physical. Mental and emotional as well... Yet I sense that you are hiding something. For what, I'm ashamed to say I do not know.

[ask-mateo-manta]

That makes two of us then, haha!

*Mateo is a bit confused, but nods.*

…Do you want to meet the inanimals?

[that-one-oddball]

Milo paused for a moment, slightly surprised by the offer, but looked at his hands for a brief moment before he shook his head.

No, but thank you for the offer, Mateo. I fear I may hurt them on accident. My nails are sharp.

To prove his words, Milo let Mateo look at his hands, which looked to be a mix of both human and praying mantis.

[ask-mateo-manta]

Whoa…

*Mateo looks at Milo’s hands in fascination.*

That is so cool! Does the sharpness of your nails have something to do with your diet?

I wonder if making a special pair of gloves would work, so you’d be able to pet inanimals safely!

…Do your nails keep you from being near others?

[that-one-oddball]

Milo was surprised by Mateo's interest, but chuckled softly.

If you so choose to believe, these are naturally this sharp. And many had tried to make gloves for me, but they always tear, so I be extra careful with others, especially animals.

[ask-mateo-manta]

Well, that’s okay! I appreciate that you’re being careful with animals!

*Mateo smiles reassuringly, even as he thinks of a question.*

You said “with others” too, does that mean it’s hard to be near other people too? Like friends or family?

[that-one-oddball]

Eh, not much if they're not oblivious.

Milo shrugged before he popped his neck, grunting softly as his antennae twitched.

And I'm sure my sisters can handle me. My youngest sister is taller than me by a foot or two.

[ask-mateo-manta]

Oh wow!

*Mateo chuckles.*

A pretty good amount of the people I meet are much taller than me, haha! And your younger sister is taller than you? Is that normal for you?

[that-one-oddball]

Yes. Mantis men are smaller and weaker than the women. We sometimes have to worry about being decapitated after mating... Heh.

Milo rubbed the back of his neck, letting out a nervous chuckle.

[ask-mateo-manta]

Ay Dios mío…

*Mateo winces- he knows animal life isn’t all sunshine and rainbows, but it still saddens him. He’s not really sure what to say, but he still wants Milo to know he understands.*

I’m sorry…

[that-one-oddball]

Eh I don't have to worry about that, thought. I'm a bit *hmm*.

Milo had done a limp-wrist motion, knowing Mateo would understand.

[ask-mateo-manta]

*He brightens immediately.*

Ohh, I understand! That’s good at least!

[that-one-oddball]

Milo smiled warmly, his antennae bouncing slightly before he decided to pop his neck and back, grunting softly.

[ask-mateo-manta]

Are… you okay? If you’re in pain, I can try to take a look at it for you..!

[that-one-oddball]

Hmm? Ah, no, I'm alright. I tend to crack myself whenever I need to stim without using my nails, so... Yeah.

Milo shrugged after he spoke, his wings fluttering slightly behind himself.

[ask-mateo-manta]

I see…

*Mateo tilts his head in curiosity.*

I know this is random, but… would you mind if I take a closer look at your wings? Or… you in general? Lo siento, that’s definitely too weird, I’m sorry!

[that-one-oddball]

Milo looked surprised, but smiled at the thought of someone being curious about him.

Ah, no, no ,no, I don't mind at all! It's... It's been a while since someone was curious about me.

With a soft huff, Milo sat down, making sure Mateo was able to reach everything, and smiled warmly.

Go right ahead, I don't mind being touched. Just be careful, my wings and antennae are hypersensitive.

[azul-ashengr0tt0]

If you had to choose between donating $1000 Madol to the school or being in Octopus form for a day and still go to all your classes which would you choose?

Easy. Donating $1000 Madol.

[that-one-oddball]

You octo form can't be that bad. I've seen a man's own intestines wrapped around his throat at the age of... Five? Six? Eh, I was young. I can describe what I saw, if you'll have me.

[azul-ashengr0tt0]

That's not important, just that I'd rather not be in my octopus form.

[that-one-oddball]

...

Leo gave Azul an unamused look, clearly noticing something was up.

You're insecure, aren't you?

[azul-ashengr0tt0]

[He sputters]

no-NO! I'm not! It's just that it's highly inconvenient to get to my classes in that form, and i'm more comfortable in the my human form. That is all.

[that-one-oddball]

You sputtered. I'm right.

With a soft sigh, Leo held out his arms, offering Azul a hug if he wanted one.

C'mere. I know you need it.

[azul-ashengr0tt0]

I am not in need of a... hug.

[that-one-oddball]

Leo only looked more unamused, and would simply give Azul a gentle, almost fatherly hug, patting his back.

[azul-ashengr0tt0]

[Azul coughs, and steps back as soon as Leo releases him. Quickly looking around for other people, he fixes the cuffs of his sleeves]

Pretend that never happened

[that-one-oddball]

And why should I? I can understand the shit you went through, y'know. Yes, the boys told me.

Leo gently patted Azul's shoulder, but took a step back to give him space.

Just give me a call if you need comfort, or just a place to relax in. I won't expect anything in return, that would make me an asshole.

[azul-ashengr0tt0]

If you had to choose between donating $1000 Madol to the school or being in Octopus form for a day and still go to all your classes which would you choose?

Easy. Donating $1000 Madol.

[that-one-oddball]

You octo form can't be that bad. I've seen a man's own intestines wrapped around his throat at the age of... Five? Six? Eh, I was young. I can describe what I saw, if you'll have me.

[azul-ashengr0tt0]

That's not important, just that I'd rather not be in my octopus form.

[that-one-oddball]

...

Leo gave Azul an unamused look, clearly noticing something was up.

You're insecure, aren't you?

[azul-ashengr0tt0]

[He sputters]

no-NO! I'm not! It's just that it's highly inconvenient to get to my classes in that form, and i'm more comfortable in the my human form. That is all.

[that-one-oddball]

You sputtered. I'm right.

With a soft sigh, Leo held out his arms, offering Azul a hug if he wanted one.

C'mere. I know you need it.

[azul-ashengr0tt0]

I am not in need of a... hug.

[that-one-oddball]

Leo only looked more unamused, and would simply give Azul a gentle, almost fatherly hug, patting his back.

[azul-ashengr0tt0]

If you had to choose between donating $1000 Madol to the school or being in Octopus form for a day and still go to all your classes which would you choose?

Easy. Donating $1000 Madol.

[that-one-oddball]

You octo form can't be that bad. I've seen a man's own intestines wrapped around his throat at the age of... Five? Six? Eh, I was young. I can describe what I saw, if you'll have me.

[azul-ashengr0tt0]

That's not important, just that I'd rather not be in my octopus form.

[that-one-oddball]

...

Leo gave Azul an unamused look, clearly noticing something was up.

You're insecure, aren't you?

[azul-ashengr0tt0]

[He sputters]

no-NO! I'm not! It's just that it's highly inconvenient to get to my classes in that form, and i'm more comfortable in the my human form. That is all.

[that-one-oddball]

You sputtered. I'm right.

With a soft sigh, Leo held out his arms, offering Azul a hug if he wanted one.

C'mere. I know you need it.

[azul-ashengr0tt0]

If you had to choose between donating $1000 Madol to the school or being in Octopus form for a day and still go to all your classes which would you choose?

Easy. Donating $1000 Madol.

[that-one-oddball]

You octo form can't be that bad. I've seen a man's own intestines wrapped around his throat at the age of... Five? Six? Eh, I was young. I can describe what I saw, if you'll have me.

[azul-ashengr0tt0]

That's not important, just that I'd rather not be in my octopus form.

[that-one-oddball]

...

Leo gave Azul an unamused look, clearly noticing something was up.

You're insecure, aren't you?

[azul-ashengr0tt0]

If you had to choose between donating $1000 Madol to the school or being in Octopus form for a day and still go to all your classes which would you choose?

Easy. Donating $1000 Madol.

[that-one-oddball]

You octo form can't be that bad. I've seen a man's own intestines wrapped around his throat at the age of... Five? Six? Eh, I was young. I can describe what I saw, if you'll have me.

[trinket-keeper]

Jerry! I have-

Milo paused for a second, holding a pillbug charm in his hands, and would tilt his head as he looked at Jerry's brother, tilting his head slightly.

Why, hello! The name's Milo Mantis! Who are you, if I may ask?

Ohhh Milo! What a pretty trinket! Thank-

Oh right-

[Jerry glances at his brother, whos stareing in... well, in a bit of horror seeing Milo.]

... bug...

Yes, he's a mantis- Milo, this is my twin brother! Lawrence!

[that-one-oddball]

It's nice to meet you, Lawrence.

Milo bowed as he spoke, smiling warmly as his mandibles clicked softly, but straightened up when he noticed Lawrence's fear towards him, making Milo tilt his head again.

Why are you intimidated? Is it because of my height or something else?

[trinket-keeper]

[Jerry looked between the two, then something clicked in his head.]

O-oh- right! Uhh-

S-sorry Milo- Um.. Lawrence has... a bit of a phobia with-

Bug-

[that-one-oddball]

Ah- Don't worry, I understand!

Milo stepped back from Lawrence, smiling as he gave him space, even hiding his antennae, wings, and everything else that made him look bug-adjacent. Now Milo looked like a normal guy with thick, bright aqua-green hair.

Better?

[trinket-keeper]

Huh... Nifty...

[Jerry mumbles, rather impressed.]

[Lawrence takes a moment, calming himself as he looks him up and down...]

Uh... yeah.. y-yeah that's.. better... thanks...

[that-one-oddball]

I didn't mean to cause any distress, Lawrence. I apologize.

Milo gave a toothy grin, revealing his razor-sharp teeth, each tooth thick yet pointy.

[trinket-keeper]

Its... fine I suppose...

[He mumbled, picking at his sleeve.]

... are you... just a mantis? Or an object-

[that-one-oddball]

Mantis Figurine. Hope that makes it somewhat better.

[trinket-keeper]

... It does...

... W-well uh- Thank you! For this little trinket-

[that-one-oddball]

You're welcome, Jerry. And this is for Lawrence.

Milo handed Lawrence a small trinket as well, the trinket was shaped like a dragon holding a crystal ball made of tourmaline on a necklace, and made sure not to touch Lawrence.

Now, I have to go. It was nice meeting you, Lawrence!

[trinket-keeper]

[Lawrence takes the trinket and... stares at it. Like he's stunned and unsure what to do.]

I... nice... yeah...

What do I do with-

[Jerry softly kicks him-]

Lovely seeing you Milo!

[that-one-oddball]

Milo waved with a warm smile, but did a 'put it on' motion for Lawrence before he left, bringing out his mantis parts after he was out of sight.

[trinket-keeper]

Jerry! I have-

Milo paused for a second, holding a pillbug charm in his hands, and would tilt his head as he looked at Jerry's brother, tilting his head slightly.

Why, hello! The name's Milo Mantis! Who are you, if I may ask?

Ohhh Milo! What a pretty trinket! Thank-

Oh right-

[Jerry glances at his brother, whos stareing in... well, in a bit of horror seeing Milo.]

... bug...

Yes, he's a mantis- Milo, this is my twin brother! Lawrence!

[that-one-oddball]

It's nice to meet you, Lawrence.

Milo bowed as he spoke, smiling warmly as his mandibles clicked softly, but straightened up when he noticed Lawrence's fear towards him, making Milo tilt his head again.

Why are you intimidated? Is it because of my height or something else?

[trinket-keeper]

[Jerry looked between the two, then something clicked in his head.]

O-oh- right! Uhh-

S-sorry Milo- Um.. Lawrence has... a bit of a phobia with-

Bug-

[that-one-oddball]

Ah- Don't worry, I understand!

Milo stepped back from Lawrence, smiling as he gave him space, even hiding his antennae, wings, and everything else that made him look bug-adjacent. Now Milo looked like a normal guy with thick, bright aqua-green hair.

Better?

[trinket-keeper]

Huh... Nifty...

[Jerry mumbles, rather impressed.]

[Lawrence takes a moment, calming himself as he looks him up and down...]

Uh... yeah.. y-yeah that's.. better... thanks...

[that-one-oddball]

I didn't mean to cause any distress, Lawrence. I apologize.

Milo gave a toothy grin, revealing his razor-sharp teeth, each tooth thick yet pointy.

[trinket-keeper]

Its... fine I suppose...

[He mumbled, picking at his sleeve.]

... are you... just a mantis? Or an object-

[that-one-oddball]

Mantis Figurine. Hope that makes it somewhat better.

[trinket-keeper]

... It does...

... W-well uh- Thank you! For this little trinket-

[that-one-oddball]

You're welcome, Jerry. And this is for Lawrence.

Milo handed Lawrence a small trinket as well, the trinket was shaped like a dragon holding a crystal ball made of tourmaline on a necklace, and made sure not to touch Lawrence.

Now, I have to go. It was nice meeting you, Lawrence!