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sas-soulwriter · 8 months
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Fantasy place (which you can use for your story)
Some fantasy places you can use for your next story .
Luminoth Hollow: A subterranean cavern filled with glowing crystals that emit soothing light. Luminoth Hollow is home to a race of peaceful, bioluminescent creatures who communicate through light patterns.
Zephyria: A floating archipelago of lush, skyborne islands, tethered together by colossal, living vines. Each island has its unique ecosystem and is inhabited by winged creatures who navigate the skies between them.
Aurora Glade: A tranquil meadow hidden within a giant, sentient tree. The glade is bathed in eternal twilight and inhabited by gentle, dreamweaving creatures who protect the dreams of those who visit.
The Obsidian Spire: A towering, black monolith that pierces the heavens. It's said that at its peak lies a portal to another realm, guarded by enigmatic sentinels who test the worth of those who seek passage.
Eldertide Marsh: A mystical swamp where ancient, sentient trees rise from the waters, and luminous fireflies lead travelers along phosphorescent pathways. It's rumored that the marsh holds the key to unlocking forgotten knowledge.
Clockwork Citadel: A colossal, mechanical fortress powered by intricate gears and steam. Clockwork automatons serve as both guardians and caretakers, and the citadel houses a library containing the accumulated wisdom of the ages.
Whispering Sands: A desert where the dunes are constantly shifting, and the winds carry the whispers of long-forgotten spirits. At its heart stands an oasis of liquid crystal that reveals glimpses of the past and future.
The Eternal Library: A massive, floating island covered in towering bookshelves. Each book contains the life story of an individual, and the library is said to grant the power to rewrite destinies.
Gloomwood Thicket: A dense, enchanted forest perpetually cloaked in twilight. Within its shadows reside shadowy creatures that can manipulate time, making it a place of both wonder and danger.
Abyssal Abyss: An underwater realm where bioluminescent flora and fauna thrive. Merfolk and other aquatic beings have built stunning, glowing cities within deep-sea caves.
Sylvan Skylines: An archipelago of floating islands inhabited by tree-dwelling, bird-like beings who harness the power of wind and weather. They craft intricate bridges and pathways connecting their aerial homes.
Whispering Peaks: Towering, mist-shrouded mountains said to hold the knowledge of the cosmos. Monasteries and meditation chambers dot the landscape, where monks seek enlightenment through quiet contemplation.
The Emberforge: An underground forge where skilled blacksmiths craft legendary weapons and armor imbued with the essence of fallen stars. The air is filled with the sound of hammers on metal and the crackling of celestial flames.
The Crystal Canyons: A network of canyons adorned with enormous, glowing crystals that resonate with hauntingly beautiful melodies when touched. Nomadic crystal herders roam the canyons, taming the living crystals.
The Dreamer's Archipelago: A series of islands, each representing different dreams and nightmares. Travelers can enter these dreamscapes and interact with the inhabitants, who are manifestations of dreams themselves.
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togamest · 25 days
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spring's temptation
Three times Kisaki Tetta attempts to confess to you, and one time it works…a little too well. -> 5,211 words. gn!reader (reader wears heels to a party), fluff, mutual pining, slow burn, texting, college universe/au, hankisa-centric, mentions of throuples/polyamory. pet names ("pretty girl", "doll") -> a/n: love a good slow burn moment. this is VERY very selfship coded...this may or may not have been modeled off of a text convo my partner and i have had in the past...whose to say! no smut/nsfw this go around, just good old fluffy slow burn. my entry into the enchanted forest network's spring feelings collab!
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INSTANCE #1: March 21st, 2005
Your eyes crack open to the sound of a lone mourning dove, cooing as it takes its place on a telephone wire, nestling next to its companion in the bright morning sun. It’s…warm. Warmer than it’s been the past few days. There’s a peek of pink and green from behind your curtains, asking to be let inside.
Your bed is soft, but with a groan, you arise, slamming your alarm off by smacking your phone screen and rubbing at your eyes. The smell of breakfast creeps into your nostrils as you get dressed, and a ping from your phone catches your attention as you check the screen.
Shuji <3
Ready yet, doll? We’re here.
Sure enough, two sets of bike tires faintly squeak against the asphalt, Shuji’s high-pitched giggle echoing through your now-open window that you release the lock on, pushing the curtains aside. Your two boys are down at the edge of the fence, Shuji pocketing his phone and looking up at you with a massive smile. His companion doesn’t make eye contact with you, fiddling with his shirt instead, his glasses slowly sliding down his nose.
Kisaki.
You wave at them both, a grin to match Shuji spreading across your face. “Be down in a minute!” you call to him, and he nods, elbowing Kisaki to look up at you. He complies, begrudgingly, a blush flushing his cheeks as he looks up at you. He waves at you, and you cheekily blow a kiss at him, to which he flushes an even deeper scarlet and looks away. Shuji’s laugh echoes in your ears as you shut your window, making your way downstairs.
Your mother greets you quickly, making sure you have everything you need, before pressing a kiss to your cheek as you leave the house, bounding down the stairs and grabbing your own pink and blue bike to join the boys.
“There’s my pretty girl,” you hear Shuji say, walking up to you and leaning down to press a kiss to your temple, pushing your hair behind your ear. You giggle at it, your face a little warm as you take a sniff of the surrounding air. It’s spring, all right; there’s the scent of freshly cut grass, the sharpness of Shuji’s cigarettes, and the clean linen scent of Kisaki’s laundry detergent hanging in the air around you.
Speaking of, the boy in question seemed to be hanging back today. You peer around Hanma to take a look at Kisaki, who almost looks like he’s pouting. “What’s up, Tetta? Need some attention?” you coo at him, and he snorts, rolling his eyes. “Jesus, don’t treat me like a baby,” he says in a low voice, but you can’t help walking the two steps over to him and giving him a hug. His arms don’t wrap around your own, but you can feel his heart absolutely racing against you.
Hmm. Weird.
Hopping on your bikes, you make your way to the bakery around the corner for some fluffy confections. Your mother has always waggled her finger at you for doing so, complaining that you’re going to rot your teeth before you’re twenty-five, but you simply laugh and take a massive bite out of whatever pastry your eyes were set on that day.
Today, it’s blueberry scones.
They’re fresh, the daily special, the scent of warm bread and blueberry drifting through the air as you three pull up to the storefront, hooking your bikes up before wandering in. Hanma takes his place right behind you, a large hand splayed across the small of your back, with Kisaki next to you. Your arms brush every so often, and you can almost feel a flinch.
Mega-weird.
The woman behind the counter gives you a soft smile when she hands you your bag of treats, and you return it before exiting with the two boys following you closely. The breeze that hits you as soon as you walk out is ethereal, like that first sight of a daffodil peeking out from the snow, or seeing the suggestion of cherry blossom bulbs beginning their push through the trees’ branches.
“Wish it could be like this forever,” you whisper, and Hanma moves in front of you, his face so close to your own with a massive grin on his lips, giving you a wink before moving to his bike. You turn to look at Kisaki, who has obediently stayed back behind you and Hanma during the exit, but seems to not know what to do now, looking down at his feet.
“Right, Tetta?”
You saying his first name causes his head to jerk up, before he scrunches his nose. “I guess,” he says slowly, his words heavy. You roll your eyes, grabbing his shoulder with one of your hands, the other occupied with the bag as you flash him a smile, to attempt to get him to give one back to you. It almost works; you can see the hint of one tugging at his face.
His mouth opens.
“Yeah. I wish it could, but maybe it’s a good thing that it won’t.”
Huh?
He says nothing more, moving to his bike to unhook it, Hanma already ready to go. “Come on, doll, you’re gonna make us late!” he shouts, and you huff, placing the bag on your bike’s carrier in front before mounting it yourself. You three make it to campus with plenty of time, Hanma’s claim of being late a far cry from the truth as always; he never failed to be the most dramatic of you three.
What Kisaki said somehow still weighs on you, and not even the still-warm blueberry scone in your hands can dispel the peculiar sense that weighs in your chest.
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Shuji <3 [5:32 PM]
Hey doll you seen Kisaki anywhere
You [5:34 PM]
nah why
Shuji <3 [5:40 PM]
Haven’t seen him in a few days. Kinda weird, right? Like I’m not trippin
You [5:42 PM]
no that’s not like him to ignore u. are u sure he’s not just at summer camp?
Shuji <3 [5:45 PM]
No, I checked his house because I’m a psycho :p and the cars are still there
You [6:17 PM]
hmm well maybe just leave him alone maybe smth went wrong at home
Shuji <3 [6:18 PM]
I guess……………
Shuji <3 [9:46 PM]
You ever notice how he looks at you?
You [9:47 PM]
huh??? the fuck does that mean
Shuji <3 [9:48 PM]
Nothin. Just feel like something aint right
You [10:20 PM]
shuji ur literally overthinking rn im sure he’s fine
Shuji <3 [10:31 PM]
Hmm. Alright. See you tomorrow doll <3
You [10:31 PM]
<3
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INSTANCE #2: April 10th, 2010
Five years, and now you’re head of the garden club at school as a freshman in college. Of course, Hanma and Kisaki both made it into the same university, and you’ve all been enjoying freshman year with everything you have. You’ve both grown closer over the years, naturally; but that feeling you had with Kisaki all those years ago has since festered. You’ve pushed it away, consistently, but it never fails to linger. Hanma doesn’t notice, or is ignoring it, and frankly, you’re relieved about that. The last thing you want is him jumping down your throat about it.
You wander through the rows of colors, letting your hand drift across all of the soft petals as you approach the small outhouse, grabbing one of the straw hats left for the volunteers. You wrap an apron around you as well, tugging gloves on before you hear a cough behind you.
You almost jump six feet in the air as you whip around and come to face—
“My God, Tetta,” you say, exasperated, your hand on your chest in mock surprise, “don’t scare me like that! You could’ve just asked to come with me today, you know.”
There’s a hint of blush on Kisaki’s cheeks as he pulls the books in his arms closer to him with a tch and a roll of his eyes. “I guess, but it’s a public garden,” he points out, the know-it-all in him becoming even more loud, “anyone can come in and out. You should expect visitors.”
He’s right, he’s always right.
You wave him off anyway, handing him some gloves and a trowel. “Well, since you’re here, I’ll put you to work. I’ve got some flowers to plant where the pansies died last year, and I’ve dug them up already, so I’ll need your keen eye to know if I’m planting them correctly.” The sentiment in your voice is clearly not lost on him, as he all but throws his books into the outhouse next to your bags and tugs on the gloves, following you like a puppy as you move through the rows, landing on an empty bed with fresh soil.
It’s quiet, the activity; he pulls the flowers out of the store-bought plastic containers, and you tuck them into their new place, patting them once as you go to make sure they’re solidly planted into the soil. The bed becomes a flush of color as you both make quick work of it, with reds and yellows and purples exploding across the empty space.
There’s a problem plant that Kisaki ends up dealing with, whose roots have made it almost impossible to pull out. He’s been struggling for a few moments now, continuously trying to get it out and then reverting to another sprout and returning to the stuck plant after. Seeing his frustration caked with dirt on his face makes your chest flutter just a little bit as you reach over—
Your hands make contact, and even through the gloves, you feel a spark.
Your hand moves back unconsciously, almost yanking it to your chest as you play it off with a laugh, but Kisaki’s eyes go wide as he looks at you. There’s a beat of nothing, before he nervously laughs with you. “Must have some static electricity,” you say, attempting to smoothen out the awkwardness as you reach for the plant again, “but let me.”
He hands it to you, and you slip it out as easily as if it were never stuck at all, his jaw dropping and eyebrows scrunching in anger. “Well,” he begins, and he stutters as you look at him with an eyebrow raised, patting the problem child into the dirt, “I-uh-I just loosened it for you. Obviously.”
“Obviously,” you repeat back to him, but there’s no malice in your voice. The blush on his cheeks is even more red as he looks away from you, grabbing the next flower to remove from the pot, refusing to say more.
The sun is still high in the sky when you finish the bed, and it looks gorgeous as you sit in front of it, sharing water with Kisaki. His hands freed from the gloves, he reaches out to brush against the petal of a snapdragon, the cherry red contrasting nicely with his emerging tanned skin.
“Antirrhinum.”
You don’t miss a beat. “Bless you?”
He laughs, then, a genuine laugh that you hadn’t heard in a while. His mood around you hadn’t gotten worse, but it hadn’t gotten better, either, since that day at the bakery. You still don’t know why he’d been acting so weirdly, why he said that he wished things would change; it had been five years, you’d think you’d know by now. Why did he think that? Were you and Hanma not enough for him after so long? Did something happen at home? Did—
“It’s the genus that snapdragons are from. It’s ‘cause they look like dragons when you squeeze them. They’re actually not compatible with themselves, a lot of the time. They can’t self-pollinate.”
You nod, humming. “Sure know a lot about plants, huh?”
Kisaki’s face couldn’t be redder or he’d look like a tomato. “Yeah. One of the weird things I like to study, I guess.”
You’re not sure what prompts you to move, but you do, so your hand is covering his own. Skin touching skin, the spark isn’t there, but there is an odd sense of warmth. The peculiar sense comes back again, one that you can’t put your finger on. It’s not weird or wrong, just…odd. Nevertheless, you don’t move away, and he doesn’t either. Your eyes meet, and it’s like time is suddenly frozen, waiting for a choice to be made. You can’t help but flicker down to his lips and back up, and you can tell he’s noticed as his white teeth appear to bite down on his bottom lip gently.
You cough, moving away, going to remove your hand. “Sorry.”
He shakes his head, gripping onto your hand so you can’t remove it. “Don’t be. We’re friends, right?”
The smile he gives you doesn’t reach his eyes.
There’s the peculiar feeling again, tightening your chest.
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Shuji <3 [9:26 PM]
Alright, doll, enough fuckin around.
You [9:26 PM]
huh????
Shuji <3 [9:27 PM]
You invited Kisaki to do the stupid garden shit with you and not me? :(
You [9:27 PM]
oh my god u idiot he literally just showed up of course i had to put him to work
Shuji <3 [10:08 PM]
Yanno if it were me I’d think you’re fuckin with him on the side
You [10:09 PM]
WE ARE FRIENDS OMG
Shuji <3 [10:10 PM]
You sure about that?
You [10:11 PM]
YES???? why should i not think that???
Shuji <3 [10:20 PM]
Come on, you gotta notice. He’s not the best at being subtle
You [10:21 PM]
i rly don’t know what ur talkin about here but if he rly thought that i’d hope he would have a convo w me about it instead of brooding like an idiot as u seem to say
Shuji <3 [10:42 PM]
HAHA yeah. Hopefully he grows some balls and does something about it.
You [10:43 PM]
ABOUT WHAT????
Shuji <3 [10:45 PM]
Nothin. Gnight doll <3
You [10:46 PM]
ugh fine gnnnn ilysm
Shuji <3 [ 10:50 PM]
Love you too
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INSTANCE #3: MAY 15th, 2013
“Kisaki!” you slur, your drink sloshing in its container as you stumble your way over to him. Hanma is behind you, one of his large hands keeping you steady as he meanders over with you, a matching grin on his own face as you both adventure over to your third, who is currently sitting at the bar nursing his only beer of the evening, scowling.
“What’s got ya so bummed out, huh?” Hanma asks, resting one hand on the bar and the other on your shoulder as you slide in front of him, between the two men, your eyes sparkling as you look up at Kisaki. His glasses are new, clear frames that make him look more mature. He’s forgone the buzzcut he used to have, instead opting for an undercut. No more dyed hair, either, at least not at the level he used to have. The highlights are more exact, a barber having done them rather than a fourteen-year-old rebellious boy.
He looks good. Too good.
Hanma has also changed quite a lot, although not to you. To you, he’s still the possessive boyfriend he’s always been, goofy and laughing and never taking anything seriously. He’s also opted for shorter styled hair, being much less ridiculous than his “skunk haircut” that you forever teased him about. However, he has a look that he gives Kisaki, one that you either hadn’t picked up on before or that you simply hadn’t noticed…
It looks like yearning.
Kisaki takes a sip from his beer before looking at Hanma. “You know this stuff isn’t really my style,” he drawls, a finger circling the rim of his glass, “I’d much rather be at home, honestly. Reading a book sounds like a much better use of my time.”
You clap your hand on him, ignoring the flash of shock in Kisaki’s eyes. “Come on, Tetta,” you whine, “life isn’t just about books. It’s all out here! Waiting for you to explore!” You brandish your arms around you, gesturing at the bar’s dance floor, crammed with sweaty bodies and solo cups and tongues inside of wet mouths, filthy noises barely being dulled by the horrifically loud bass echoing around the room.
Luckily, where you three are, it’s relatively quieter. Sofas line some of the walls. There’s a girl grinding on her choice for the night, her cherry red lips leaving faint marks on his cheeks as they kiss sloppily. There’s a hint of drool on his chin as his hands move to grab onto her hips, moving her gently against him, grinding her down onto whatever is hiding in his pants.
You tear your eyes away, only to see both Hanma and Kisaki staring at you. “What?” you exclaim, shrugging your shoulders, but the alcohol has a grip on you now. You need someone to touch you, and whether it’s Kisaki or Hanma, it seems to not matter to your horny brain. Your skin feels like it’s on fire with every moment that passes.
Your logical brain, however, goes for Hanma, due to the fact that he’s your partner, your lips brushing against his neck. “Kinda wanna go home,” you whisper against his sweaty skin, and you feel his throat rumble as he laughs, pulling you close to him. “Sorry, doll, this is my party,” he says, “but lucky for you, I have a good friend willing to take you home, since he wants to go so badly.”
You look over at Kisaki, who looks like he’s staring daggers at Hanma. There’s a beat of silence between them, tension hanging in the air so thick that you could cut it with a knife, when Kisaki sighs, finishing his beer and extending his hand. “M’lady,” he says, a smile on his face, and you follow him happily, planting a kiss on Hanma’s lips before you go. “I’ll let you know when I’m home,” you shout back, and he nods, lifting the glass at you and blowing you an air kiss.
The walk home is slow as you stumble, eventually ripping off your heels and choosing to walk in your bare feet. Kisaki doesn’t notice, moving a few paces ahead of you. Once he realizes you’re no longer right next to him, he looks back at you, and then at your feet, and—
“Jesus, why are you walking barefoot? Come here.”
You don’t get a chance to say anything before he’s picking you up, slogging you onto his back in a forced piggyback ride. Your heels thud lightly against his chest with every step he takes. “D’you work out or somethin’?” you slur, your cheek resting against his shoulder, your breath on his neck. He nods, effortlessly huffing as he adjusts you without you even doing anything, a squeak falling from your lips. “Tetta!” you exclaim, giggling, and you can feel his smile without even seeing it.
“I work out so I can make sure someone as pretty as you gets home safe without a scratch.”
Pretty. “Pretty,” you say slowly, weighing it on your tongue, “I s’pose I am. Thas’ a weird thing to say about your friend, you know.”
You’d always joked with Kisaki that you were just friends. Sure, he got touchy when he was drunk, and he did do things for you that felt boyfriend-level, but it was nothing serious. Hanma was always there, anyway, clearly the boyfriend in charge with his loud voice and raucous laugh taking up the space that Kisaki himself left for him. They’d been good to you, both of them; they’d always been good to you.
Your apartment appeared much faster than you wanted it to, having felt so content being carried by Kisaki that when he set you down in your entryway, you almost collapsed to the ground. You giggle at the mistake, picking yourself back up and dusting yourself off, before looking up at him.
You’d have thought he’d been looking at the stars with the way he looked at you in such fascination. You ignore it. You have to ignore it, because you can feel that peculiar feeling rearing its head again. It had been years since you’d felt it, so why now? What about right now, other than the alcohol flooding your veins, made you feel like this?
“Thanks for, uh, for gettin’ me home,” you say, breaking the silence and picking up your heels and going to move further into your apartment, but a hand lands on your arm. There’s a plea in Kisaki’s eyes when you meet them, but it’s gone before you fully realize it.
“You’re welcome,” he chooses to say instead, “make sure you drink some water.”
He disappears before you can respond, the door clicking shut behind him.
When the refreshing water hits you, after you meander into the kitchen and fill a glass, the realization does too.
The peculiar feeling, the feeling you’ve felt every time you come into contact with Kisaki. The feeling you had all those years ago when he’d mentioned how he wanted things to change. The spark between you two that felt so much more than just static electricity jumping from one’s skin to the other. The fact that he took time out of his day to come help you at the flower gardens (which you never questioned, either, oddly enough).
It all pointed to one thing, one staggeringly shocking revelation that you almost can’t fathom as you slide onto the linoleum floor.
You were in love with Kisaki.
Kisaki was in love with you.
And you, despite your best efforts, were in love with Kisaki and Hanma.
Shit. Shit. Shit.
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You [1:02 AM]
u fuckign bas tard u were rIGHT the wh OLE time
Shuji <3 [1:04 AM]
Hmm? Really? What was I right about?
You [1:05 AM]
TETTA
You [1:05 AM]
HES IN LOVE W ME ISNT HE
Shuji <3 [1:06 AM]
Oh, yeah. He’s so fuckin bad at hiding it it’s kinda funny
You [1:06 AM]
WHY DID U NOT
You [1:06 AM]
TELL ME
You [1:06 AM]
WHY DID U NOT SAY ANYTHIGGGGGNNG
Shuji <3 [1:10 AM]
I have, so many goddamn times. You just didn’t wanna see it <3
You [1:12 AM]
FUCK
You [1:12 AM]
what do i do shuji. what the fuck do i do
Shuji <3 [1:13 AM]
Well, you still love me, right?
You [1:13 AM]
yes god i would never not love u im so fr
You [1:13 AM]
but wtf am i supposed to do about being into him too like how does that work
Shuji <3 [2:05 AM]
Well, there’s a lot I gotta tell ya.
You [2:06 AM]
like what????
Shuji <3 [2:17 AM]
You think you’re the only person out of the three of us that likes him?
You [2:17 AM]
like………
You [2:17 AM]
WAIT
You [2:18 AM]
LIKE LIKE?????
Shuji <3 [2:18 AM]
God, I love you but you make it sound so fuckin weird lmao
You [2:18 AM]
I DIDNT KN OW U WER ENT STRA GIHT
Shuji <3 [2:25 AM]
Surprise lmao
Shuji <3 [2:25 AM]
So I’m guessin u can see how this is gonna work right
You [2:26 AM]
that,,,kinda makes it a lot easier
Shuji <3 [2:26 AM]
Yeah duh. Worryin for nothin. I love you but goddamn lol
You [2:27 AM]
oh my god shut upim gonna go to bed and pretend this didnt happen
Shuji <3 [2:27 AM]
You can try doll. But we’re gonna talk about it eventually.
You [2:28 AM]
yeah yeah okay gn i did make it home safe btw
Shuji <3 [2:30 AM]
Yeah Kisaki told me. Knew he’d keep ya safe considering he’s in love with you
You [2:31 AM]
FUCK OFF GOODNIGHT
Shuji <3 [2:31 AM]
Goodnight doll <3
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INSTANCE #4: MAY 31st, 2013
Having your boyfriend know that you’re in love with his best friend and also having the realization that he is also in love with your best friend is, frankly, a best case scenario for the ridiculously comical love triangle that you find yourself in now.
Neither of you have said anything to Kisaki, of course. It’s been a few weeks since the party, and you’ve both concocted a plan together; to drop hints and see how long it takes Kisaki to realize what’s going on. Given his innate ability to read people, you both bet that it’ll take him a week at best.
A week stretches into two, then three. Consistent touches are met with a smile but nothing more, helping out around his apartment gets a “thank you”, but he’s not giving either of you any room to move further or even bring up a discussion. It’s a bit ridiculous, actually, and while you know Hanma can last forever when it comes to a good slow burn (particularly if it involves Kisaki), you do not have the same patience.
It’s a wine night after you finish your junior year of university when it all comes out.
You three are piled up on the couch, and you unstick yourself to move into the kitchen, sighing as you pour another glass of wine. There’s a sound of shuffling, before you see Kisaki enter the kitchen with you, pouring his own glass. “It’s good, right?” you say, swirling your glass up to the light in mock analysis as he grins, the wine flushing his cheeks a sweet pink.
“Sure is,” he says, and the silence that fills the space after is…a little awkward.
“Say, I wanted to thank you for, you know, not making things weird.”
Your gaze moves from the glass to his face, and with the drunken flush on his cheeks it looks like he’s finally grasped onto a string of bravery.
“Weird about what?”
There’s a clink as his glass lands on the countertop. “Calling you pretty. Was just a slip of the tongue, I’m sorry. That wasn’t right.”
“Ever the example of honesty, I see,” you joke, sitting on the countertop with the glass. You can hear the TV in the living room slightly lowering its volume, and you know for a fact Shuji is listening in. Why wouldn’t he? The look you gave him after you left the room, the wink he’d tossed your way, he knows what’s going on.
Kisaki swallows so harshly that you’d think he was attempting to swallow an apple whole. He looks as if he’s debating on what to say, how to respond to that, because you know he’s not being truthful. He doesn’t know that you know, though.
Luckily, you don’t have to wait long, because he takes a deep breath, and out it comes.
“I’m tired of pretending that I’m not into you. It’s a lie, it’s a massive lie that’s been poisoning me for years and I am so exhausted with pretending that I don’t feel something for you.”
You stare at him in mock shock, trying your best not to laugh.
He immediately backtracks, his hand brushing against the back of his neck. “Fuck,” he whispers, “fuck, I’m sorry, now I made it weird, I know you’re with Shuji and I shouldn’t have said anything, I know, I—”
“God, Tetta, shut the fuck up for once,” you finally say, snapping. The resistance that you’ve held the past couple weeks has suddenly crumbled, watching him stumble over his words and ignore the love he has for you based on…what? Your commitment to Shuji? You’re basically a throuple anyway, it’s like he’s been blind to it all. Blind to the love that you and Shuji have for him.
He looks at you with real shock, and you roll your eyes, tugging on his shirt to bring you closer to you, slotting between your legs. “Shut up,” you repeat against his lips, and you crush yours against his own.
He’s speechless, unmoving, like a statue as you kiss him, slowly, gently attempting to unravel his nerves that are bubbling underneath his skin. Slowly, he softens in your hands, meeting the motions you’re giving him. He cups your cheek and tilts your head and his tongue slides in, skating across your teeth. You let out a soft moan into his mouth, but he doesn’t stop. The restraint is off, disappeared, dissolved in the space between you two.
He’s shuddering against you, like he can’t believe he’s doing this, but like he’s so excited to finally kiss you and break through whatever mental block he’s put up. He’s panting against you, red-bitten lips pounding as he looks at you. There’s so many emotions in his eyes; betrayal, shame, lust, excitement, all colliding in a wild kaleidoscope.
“Sorry.”
His voice is raspy, and he goes to move away, but you lock your legs behind him so he can’t move. He stiffens, looking back at you with surprise as you lean back, your palms flat on the countertop as you roll your eyes. “Tetta,” you respond, in a sing-song voice, “don’t apologize. I liked it.”
“But Shuji—”
“Are you stupid?”
He slowly blinks in confusion. “M-Maybe?” he stutters, alarm in his voice, and you giggle.
“You know he likes you too, right?”
There’s a snort that breaks the air, and Kisaki’s head all but whips to the kitchen entrance as he looks at his newly-emerged friend, brushing his long fingers through his black and blonde locks, grinning.
“Silly Tetta,” he teases, walking up to you two, “silly, silly Tetta. How are you so goddamn analytical but you can’t tell when both of your friends are in love with you? Fucking idiot.”
If Kisaki could get any redder, he’d be morphing into a tomato as he looks down at your lap, suddenly incredibly embarrassed. “I-I don’t know what to say,” he finally confesses, and you cup his cheek in the same way he did to you moments ago, pushing his face to look at you. “You don’t have to do anything right now,” you say to him softly, “but I would like to snuggle some more with you both, if that’s okay.”
Shuji laughs, swinging an arm around Kisaki and dragging him back into the living room. “C’mon, love,” he calls behind him, and you follow, bringing the wine glasses and placing them on the coffee table as you collapse onto the couch with Shuji’s head on your shoulder, Kisaki’s on your lap. Your hand falls into Kisaki’s hair as the other removes his glasses, and he hums, shockingly fine with the way events are progressing given his embarrassment earlier.
“Just me and my boys,” you giggle, and Shuji can’t help but laugh, pressing a kiss to your cheek. Kisaki joins him, brave again, kissing your other cheek.
Your face hurts by the end of the night, having the two men you love more than anyone draped over you. It’s more than you could ever ask for.
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Would main storyline Laoft have gone differently had Remus not been sent on his quest?
we discussed this several years ago and i generally landed that Durant wouldn't have died. Even as angry as she was, Greta wouldnt have bulldozed through Remus to get to him, and Remus - who does not have a family, or even really friends, a support network of any kind - at that point in the timeline would have absolutely died trying to save him.
So that leaves the protagonists (if we count remus as a protagonist for these purposes) at odds - Remus wants Durant to stay alive, and has convinced himself that Roman being a traitor will mean Remus is his favorite again, and that saving Durant will make Durant finally permanently Happy With Him
LAM and basically everyone else want both of them either executed or banished if execution cant be swung
And Roman and Bell, alone against the world, the only people who are desperately trying to get Remus away from Durant
i have a feeling there is maybe a sliver of chance Durant gets redeemed by this, but he would be banished either way. the question is whether he leaves remorseful or not, and whether or not remus goes with him
all sorts of options. maybe remus goes and comes back years later with a you-were-right. maybe he never does. maybe they convince him to stay at the last second and we see Durant on the edge of the enchanted forest realizing he's completely and utterly alone.
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Xerneas and Yveltal are Fungi: Let Me Explain...
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Source: Bulbapedia, Wikipedia, Bulbapedia, Enchanted Nature
Xerneas and Yveltal are my favorite legendary designs. There's something weirdly alien about these bio-luminescent approximations of fauna, like they're trying to look like animals and failing. I've always thought they looked a little bit...fungal.
Xerneas and Yveltal are like batteries. They're life energy brokers; Xerneas distributes life, while Yveltal drains it. Supporting and draining life is one of the main characteristics of fungi. In fact, it's like their whole thing.
Some fungi have a mutualistic relationship with their hosts, where they actually benefit their health. And in general, fungi are essential to supporting the ecosystem. Then there's fungi that are simply parasitic.
Fungi can also go dormant, as well as their spores. Staying still is their thing, just chilling in dark places. Xerneas and Yveltal's dormant forms are especially weird, showing just how anomalous these creatures are.
Now allow me to lichen fauna to fungi.
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Sources: Bulbapedia, New Forest Pics, Wikipedia, Mushroom Diary Blog
This is xylaria hypoxylon, also known as Stag's Horn fungus. (Not to be confused with Yellow Staghorn.) It reminds me a lot of the dormant form of Xerneas, or the "deactivated" form it takes in the PC.
Stag's Horn is also bio-luminscent, which means the tips of the fungus faintly glow - much like the tips of Xerneas's antlers.
Speaking of the first legendary Fairy Pokemon, mushrooms are often associated with fairies. Fairy Rings are circles of mushrooms that are connected by mycelium underneath. (I'll get into mycelium in just a second.) There are too many myths about Fairy Rings to get into here, so for now I'll just point out the Fairy Ring around Valerie's Gym in Laverre City.
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Sources: Bulbapedia, Sussex Wildlife Trust, Enchanted Nature, UK Wildlife
I'm not sure whether Bulbapedia or Dr. King on Pokemon Amino first likened Yveltal to Devil's Fingers, but the similarities are uncanny. Like Yveltal emerges from its cocoon, Devil's Fingers emerge from what is called their "egg stage". I tried to find the least unsettling picture of this that I could. Enjoy...?
I mean, what kind of bird turns into a cocoon, anyway? Honestly though, fungus isn't supposed to hatch from an egg either, so this is all mixed up.
Okay, so Xerneas and Yveltal are based on different aspects of Yggdrasil. But if you were going to design Pokemon based on Yggdrasil, the World Tree that connects the universe, wouldn't you base it on fungi rather than an actual tree? Mycelium can actually partner with the roots of plants and other fungus to create a widespread beneficial mycorrhizal network, a truly interconnected ecosystem of organisms.
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Source: BBC News - How Trees Secretly Talk to Each Other
And that's why Xerneas and Yveltal are fungi. Or it could be part of their inspiration, at least. They're not necessarily inspired by these specific fungi, but I think the concept may be part of their design. Either way, Gen VI is especially fun to research!
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Check out my posts about Pokemon Legends: Z-A:
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Is Z-A Just Zygarde-A? (%1000 Zygarde and the Fragments of the Tree of Life)
Aaah, it's an A! Is the A in Z-A the Tree of Life?
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Tarot Card Legacy Challenge
Generation 1: The Fool
Pack Focus: High School Years, For Rent
Goals: 
Active, Outgoing, Adventurous
Master the Fitness skill to Level 10  by participating in school sports 
Complete the "Outdoor Enthusiast" or “Body Builder” aspiration, going on outdoor adventures with friends and exploring hidden spots in the neighborhood.
Collect all types of fish and insects in the neighborhood as a beginner angler and bug collector.
Achieve 10 charisma skill by making friends and socializing at school events and parties.
Gather collectibles like feathers and crystals by exploring secret areas around the neighborhood and completing after-school activities.
Romance: The Fool finds romance during high school, developing a crush on their lab partner or a fellow athlete. They navigate their first love through shy glances, secret notes, and stolen moments in between classes.
Generation 2: The Empress
Pack Focus: Dream Home Decorator, Growing Together
Goals:
Green Fiend, Family-oriented, Nature Lover
Master the Gardening skill to Level 10 by tending to the school garden and helping out,and personal garden
Complete the "Freelance Botanist" or “Super Parent” aspiration, selling home-grown produce and flowers 
Achieve Level 10 in the Parenting skill by babysitting younger siblings or volunteering
Collect all types of flowers and produce to create beautiful floral arrangements and healthy meals for the family.
Participate in neighborhood gardening competitions, showcasing the family's garden and winning prizes for their beautiful blooms.
Romance: The Empress meets their significant other at a community gardening event or through mutual friends. Their romance blossoms over shared interests in nature and sustainability, with romantic picnics in the park and stargazing under the moonlight.
Generation 3: The Emperor
Pack Focus: For Rent, Home Chef Hustle Stuff
Goals:
Handy, Ambitious,Outdoorsy
Master the Handiness skill to Level 10 by fixing up the family's rented home and helping neighbors with household repairs.
Complete the "Outdoor Enthusiast" or” Master Chef” aspiration, going on camping trips with friends and mastering the art of outdoor cooking.
Achieve Level 10 in the Logic skill 
Collect all types of fossils and crystals during outdoor adventures and neighborhood exploration.
Establish a successful food business, selling handcrafted meals made with locally sourced ingredients.
Romance: The Emperor finds love at a neighborhood block party or while volunteering at the local soup kitchen. Their relationship flourishes over shared meals and cozy nights in, with romantic dinners cooked together in their food truck.
Generation 4: The High Priestess
Pack Focus: Crystal Creations Stuff, Realm of Magic
Goals:
Bookworm, Paranoid, Creative
Master the Spellcasting skill and unlock all spells by studying ancient tomes and practicing magic rituals.
Complete the "Spellcraft & Sorcery" or “ Archaeology Scholar” aspiration, delving deeper into the mysteries of magic and mastering potion-making.
Achieve Level 10 in the Logic skill by experimenting with magical elements and researching arcane phenomena.
Collect all magical artifacts and tomes by exploring hidden caves and participating in magical duels.
Explore all hidden areas in Glimmerbrook and Forgotten Hollow to uncover ancient secrets and mystical creatures.
Romance: The High Priestess meets their soulmate at a magical gathering or during a séance. Their bond deepens through shared experiences in the magical realm, with romantic moonlit rituals and enchanted picnics in enchanted forests.
Generation 5: The Lovers
Pack Focus: My Wedding Stories, Get Together
Goals:
Romantic, Outgoing, Charismatic
Master the Acting skill to Level 10 by participating in school theater productions and joining drama clubs.
Complete the "World-Famous Celebrity" or “ Soulmate” aspiration, climbing the ranks of fame and hosting extravagant parties.
Achieve Level 10 in the Charisma skill by networking at social events and building a large circle of friends.
Collect all celebrity memorabilia and awards by attending exclusive parties 
Host extravagant parties and events in luxury penthouses, showcasing the glamorous lifestyle of the rich and famous.
Romance: The Lovers meet at a high-profile gala or VIP event, instantly drawn to each other's charisma and charm. Their love story unfolds amidst the glittering lights of the city, with romantic rooftop dinners and spontaneous adventures in the nightlife scene.
Generation 6: The Chariot
Pack Focus: Horse Ranch, Werewolves
Animal Lover, Adventurous, Independent
Goals:
Master the Robotics skill and build advanced robots to assist with farm chores and household tasks.
Complete the "Renaissance Sim" or “Championship Rider”  aspiration, excelling in multiple fields of study and expertise, including horse riding and animal training.
Achieve Level 10 in the Handiness skill by repairing farm equipment and maintaining the family's homestead.
Collect all elements and crystals to craft potent potions and futuristic inventions for the family ranch.
Travel to all vacation worlds and explore cultural landmarks and local traditions, incorporating new techniques into the family's farming practices.
Romance: The Chariot finds love in the countryside, meeting their partner at a local rodeo or equestrian event. Their romance flourishes over horseback rides through scenic trails and cozy nights by the fireplace.
Generation 7: Strength
Pack Focus: Cats & Dogs, Seasons
Animal Lover, Family-oriented, Athletic
Goals:
Master the Veterinary skill to Level 10 by opening a veterinary clinic and caring for pets and wildlife in the community.
Complete the "Animal Enthusiast" or “Friend of the Animals” aspiration, fostering strong bonds with animals and participating in pet competitions.
Achieve Level 10 in the Wellness skill by practicing yoga and promoting physical and emotional well-being for Sims and animals alike.
Collect all types of feathers and notes in a bottle, to create unique crafts and decorations for the family's pet-friendly home.
Participate in seasonal festivals and competitions
Romance: Strength meets their partner at a local animal shelter or while walking their pets in the park. Their love grows through shared adventures with their furry companions, with romantic picnics and sunset walks along the beach.
Generation 8: The Hermit
Pack Focus: For Rent, StrangerVille
Paranoid, Bookworm, Loner
Goals:
Master the Herbalism skill to Level 10 by foraging for rare plants and brewing potent potions to unravel the mysteries of StrangerVille.
Complete the "Paranormal Investigator" or “Strangerville Mystery”  aspiration, investigating strange occurrences and uncovering hidden truths in the mysterious town.
Achieve Level 10 in the Logic skill by analyzing evidence and conducting experiments to solve the town's supernatural mysteries.
Collect all types of artifacts and relics by exploring secret labs and hidden caves, documenting strange occurrences and encounters.
Investigate secret conspiracies and alien encounters, uncovering the truth behind the town's strange phenomena.
Romance: The Hermit finds love amidst the mysteries of StrangerVille, meeting their partner while investigating paranormal activity or sharing theories at the local diner. Their romance deepens as they work together to uncover the town's secrets, with late-night stakeouts and passionate debates over conspiracy theories.
Generation 9: The Wheel of Fortune
Pack Focus: My Wedding Stories, For Rent
Party Animal, Outgoing, Ambitious
Goals:
Master the DJ Mixing skill and become a renowned DJ by hosting epic parties and events in the community.
Complete the "Party Animal" or “Fabulously Wealthy” aspiration, mastering the art of socializing and bringing people together through music and entertainment.
Achieve Level 10 in the Cooking skill by experimenting with new recipes and hosting seasonal feasts and gatherings.
Collect all types of rare and exotic fruits and vegetables to create signature dishes and cocktails for their events.
Participate in seasonal festivals and competitions, winning prizes and earning recognition for their contributions to community spirit and celebration.
Romance: The Wheel of Fortune finds love on the dance floor, meeting their partner at a lively nightclub or music festival. Their romance ignites through shared passion for music and nightlife, with spontaneous dance-offs and intimate moments under the stars.
Generation 10: The Star
Pack Focus: Get Famous, Dream Home Decorator
Goals:
Charismatic,Ambitious, High- Maintenance 
Rise to stardom as a celebrity in the entertainment industry, pursuing careers in acting, music, or comedy, and gaining fame and recognition.
Develop culinary skills to create stunning dishes and desserts, showcasing talents through cooking shows or hosting celebrity dinner parties.
Utilize interior design expertise to decorate lavish homes and venues for celebrity clients, earning acclaim for their exquisite taste.
Master the photography skill to capture glamorous moments on red carpets, at exclusive events, and during intimate gatherings.
Utilize gaming expertise to engage with fans through live streams and gaming events, building a dedicated online following fascinated by their celebrity lifestyle.
Romance: The Star finds love amidst the glitz and glamour of celebrity life, meeting their partner at industry events, through mutual connections, or even on the set of a blockbuster film. Their romance plays out in the public eye, with paparazzi capturing their every move and fans speculating about their relationship. Despite the challenges of fame, their love remains strong, and they ultimately tie the knot in a star-studded ceremony, attended by fellow celebrities and broadcasted to millions of viewers worldwide.
Complete World-Famous Celebrity or Master Actor/Master Actress aspiration
-Slay, I will be fixing this challenge little by little.
#TS4TarotLegacy
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Merlin Loregasm Rewatch S1E7
Hi Everyone! Welcome to my rewatch of Merlin focusing on the lore. I am a giant nerd so pretty excited about this. We’re on THE GATES OF AVALON
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Okay so them being atacked in the forest and Arthur not batting an eyelid means that this can happen fairly often and is not that strange. Uther claims he saved Camalot from anarchy and I expect he did in most villages but the roads and wilderness are not always safe. (Good news for fanfiction writers.) This is the first time we see this is the case I believe when it's not a magical attacking issue. HOWEVER Arthur and Merlin still go out alone a great deal.
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Tir Mawr legit just means "Large Land" in Welsh.
The wiki assumes that Tirmawr is a land in Avalon. I dunthink so based on Uther seeming to know what it is, and the fact that the name is Welsh while sidhe spells are in old Irish.
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Funfact Caerleon was the home of King Arthurs Court in the original Welsh version. Caerleon is now a town and comunity in Newport Wales. In the iron age (pre roman) it was home to a warlike tribe and the center of a wealthy trading network. It later became a Roman Port. In the 5th century (relatively around Merlin times) it became part of the new kingdom of Gwent.
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What trouble? Does he mean her visions? It could be because he reminds her not to tell Uther about it. But if she did with previous dreams you would think Uther would have jumped on it one way or another. I think he means somthing else by how Morgana reacts. I bet she was a huge prankster as a child or kept doing non girly things and trying to learn fighting, or pushing limits. and since "Morgana can do no wrong" in Uthers eyes he looked for someone else to blame. (I may be slightly biased here since it fits my headcannons about young Morgana just a headsup.)
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EYYYY First sidhe staff blast and first appearance of eyes turning red during sidhe magic! Sadly we don't see the blast on screen and just hear it.
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Arthur: Well I'm supposed to be on Patrol with the guard and my father this morning.
Ok! So part of Arthur's duties seem to be going on patrol with the guard and Uther. This is probably a fairly normal thing. But I expect its happening right now more due to the fact some nobles were attacked in the woods recently.
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Urged to tell Uther about her vision of Arthur drowning (More on this later) this is how Morgana reacts. Later Gaius tells merlin the Seer's Art is separate from magic but close to it. But I think Morgana just thinks of it as magic because Gaius never tells her anything. I mean she does have other magic, but at this point she doesn't know it.
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Merlin confirms these are indeed tomatoes in an earlier line. Which means Camalot has tomatos, I have my wizard theory but my freind @catsconflictscopicsandchamomile And I talked about another theory she has. About Perhaps the Vikings in the Merlin world formed a bit earlier, and reaching more into America and starting a bit of a trade network. That these American crops were indeed grown in Briton BUT were gone by the time of the Norman conquest because the soil was not right for them.
I further propose that perhaps the volcanic winter of 536 and the subsequent late Antique little Ice Age (which lasted from then to 660) could have killed them. The battle of Camlan was supposed to take place in 537. However in this chronicle Arthur is pretty old then, while Arthur dies young in Merlin perhaps setting the battle back a bit in this timeline, Or even if it is not. It would have taken place at just the beginning of the late antique little ice age.
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Okay first attempt to enchant Arthur its clearly starting to work but his eyes are not at all red yet. It gets broken off by a bandit atack and when he wants to go home she doesn't try again. It's possible Sophia is not the most powerful of sidhe and needs her victim's guard to be down.
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Merlin: (About being put in the stocks) Honestly it wasnt my fault. Arthur wanted to get out of going on a patrol with Uther and the guard. so I covered for him and took the blame.
Gaius: And Arthur was prepared to let you do this?
Merlin: it was his idea!
Gaius: what made him neglact his duties? it must have been somthing terrably important
Merlin: Sophia
Gaius: The girl from the forrest
Merlin: He wanted to take her out for the day. he is besotted!
I find this conversation really interesting partly because it implies Sophia was working to enchant him before the first scene we see in the woods. That Sidhe enchanting the mind and making someone not act like themselves might be a long slow process. Gaius is surprised Arthur let Merlin take the fall because it is very out of character. And it is. We see Arthur take the blame for Merlin at times. And he never asks Merlin to take the fall for him EXECPT In these episodes when enchanted by the sidhe. Hell he doesn't do it when enchanted to fall in love with Lady Vivian, or when really in love with Gwen!
This furthers the idea I mentioned above.
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Second eye reddening! This one had so magic he's just angry!
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First look at what Sidhe think of humans. Also Arthur is neither weak or feeble so it implies Sidhe might have increased strength. Or she's just referring to him being mortal.
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Okay so either Morgana has been jealous of other women Arthur has fallen for. OR Arthur has chalked up previous incidents to Morgana being jealous. I wonder how many times they might have crushed on the same woman growing up, or what else happened. Did she like see Arthur breaking an arm and be like "HEY bro! Don't try to impress the new girl that way!" Arthur all "hahaha you are jealous Morgana! *Falls and breaks arm* or was she actually jealous!?
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Reasons why I think Arthur needed Gaius to dress him in season 5 is a practical joke.
Also Arthur asks merlin to cover for him again despite him being in the stocks. However he tells merlin to make sure he doesnt end up in the stocks. This is another sign of the enchanting being gradual. Weird music plays when he talks about Sofia as well. DID I MENTION GRADUAL? ALSO Merlin mentions potatoes thrown at him MORE AMERCIAN CROPS
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She starts incanting and Arthur asks what are you doing. I think it's interesting. I mean he could chalk it up to her speaking in another language but when she continued without telling him he just stares. Either this is due to the GRADUAL enchantment or Arthur doesn't know enough about magic to clock it's what she is doing
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When the enchantment finishes Her eyes glow red and then so do Arthurs. They don't stay red all the time but we now know he is udner the enchantment. So let's pay attention to WHEN his eyes glow red from now on.
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Gaius: What do you know about seers?
Merlin: Not much, They're supposed to be able to see the future like Prophets
Gaius: it's said to be an innate ability. Those who have it are born that way. Some aren't even aware what they see is the future. It comes to them in their dreams Merlin: what's that got to do with Sophia Gaius: The night before she and Aulfric came to camalot, Morgana had a dream. Sophia was in it
Merlin: Before she arived in camalot?
Gaius: I've been watching Morgana since she was very young. And though I've tried to Persuade myself otherwise, I realized some of the things she said she dreamt came to pass. I kept it secret from uther of course, The gift of prophecy is to close to the work of magic
Merlin: you think Morgana is a seer?"
Gaius: I don't think it I fear it.
Okay so! Apparently a prophet and a seer are two diferant things. Prophets are never mentioned again but I think there are two possibilities both of which kinda mix Since seers are inate and born with the gift. It's possible that Prophets are people who gain the ability later in life. OR perhaps they are magic users who gain the ability to see with tools (Like Merlin does)
I think Gaius mentioning being afraid of it and trying to persuade himself otherwise is intersting. I think IF the theory that gaius actually kinda agreed with Uthers viewpoint about magic because he saw so many bad things happen is true, this might have been his turning point. He saw Morgana who he took care of being a seer and decided not to tell Uther. It also fits a lot with what we know about Gaius even if that theory is not the case. If he cares about someone with magic he will keep their secret. (or perhaps if he knows them as good).
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Sophia: Our love is strong you feel the same way too
Arthur: I'd never let that happen
Sophia: you may not have the choice. There are some here who don't want us to be together. I'd never let them come between us
Arthur: I'd never let them come between us
Sophia: Because we are in love
Arthur: because we are in lvoe
Sophia: You must seek promission for us to marry so we can be together
Arthur: till death do us part
Sophia: till death do us part
Okay I think its intersting arthurs eyes are not glowing here, we know that when he wakes from the spell that he is appalled "WHAT WAS I THINKING" But they are also alone here. If Sophia was keeping his eyes from being red in the later marriage asking scene to not raise suspicion, he does not have to here? So when do eyes glow red. I think its when what is being done is VERY against what the person would normally do and when the spell is being placed. Which means Arthur here is not going fully against his normal behavior. If he loved someone he would be willing to throw away other people's objections in the end. He might try to marry someone inapropriate if he loved them. (Cough GWEN COUGH)
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His eyes however DO glow red again when she leaves. NOT when she is encanting the spell again. Not when she kisses him Only when she says the last "till death do us part" and leaves I think this is because with her saying that then leaving part of his brain goes "WHOA HOLD ON" and then the sidhe magic is like NOPE you are doing what was asked!
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There is more than one sidhe Elder. Later Merlin will kill one of them.
Sidhe being so fast Merlin has to slow time to see them is interesting. I think it is a nod to the fact that in celtic stories of the otherworld a lot of times someone can only stay there three days or three years, If they set foot on the real world again they die or find hundreds of years have passed otherwise because time passes differently in the sidhe world. (Can You tell I did a lot of research on this for a fic?)
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I also love the gold clothing they wear and the fact Sophia has a lot of gold in her outfit. I think this is a reference to the Irish version of the Celtic otherworld which is said to have a lot in the way of precious metals in their architecture (CAN YOU TELL I DID A LOT OF RESEARCH ON THIS FOR A FIC?)
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Those lights in the water do not move as they sidhe do, they are a reflection of what is in Avalon not what is in our world. Avalon is lit with pretty blue crystals I'm calling it!
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Aufric: I promise you the soul of the greatest prince of all, Arthur Pendragon. Even the Sidhe are like you know this Arthur guy? Pretty rad not gonna lie. Either that or they are measuring greatest by fighting skill.. or care for their people or something. WHAT IS THE MEASUREMENT HERE.
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Gaius: Avalon-what you saw at the lake, It's Avalon, it must be
Merlin: Whats-
Gaius: the Land of Eternal Youth. Mortals are only supposed to glimse it in the moment before death.
Merlin: I've seen it and I'm still ehre
Gaius: extradenary what did it look like
Merlin: Does it matter they are going to sacrifice Arthur! This fits best with the Irish version of the Celtic otherword in which it is not actually the place where dead people go but a paradise, with yes Eternal youth
(CAN YOU TELL I DID A LOT OF RESEARCH ON THIS FOR A FIC?)
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Gaius: I found writing like this at the top of Alfrics's staff Its Ogham an anciant script "to hold life and death in your hands" From the writing on his staff and what you saw at the lake. I'm afraid I'm not certain. We're dealing with the sidhe
Merlin: that does not sound like a good thing
Gaius: They're masters of enchantment Merlin: you think Arthur's been enchanted? Gaius: Almost Certainly
Ok Ogham is an anciant script. It was used in Irland and parts of the UK beween the 5th and 9th centuries. So we have YET ANOTHER possible Irish conection. Also to hold life and death in your hands sounds a lot like the magic over life and death we see later!
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This happens when Arthur tells the king hes gonna marry Sophia no matter what Uther says. Uther threatens and his and mentions executing them Arthur backtracks and he lets them go.
BUT SERIOUSLY WHOA Either Tirmawr, is REALLY not an important land. Or Uther does something really stupid here, Or he has absolute power on an insane level
See arresting nobles that are not from your land usually leads to war if you are not doing it while at war. If it's your own nobles you better have a good reason or the other nobles are NOT going to be happy. This kind of thing did happen with excuses in places where power was nearly absolute. But almost always with excuses about them being traitors or breaking laws ETC. The entire court can see Uther arresting them just to make a point. HE EVEN THREATENED TO EXECUTE THEM WTF UTHER!
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Arthur: (packing) Get out
Merlin: I thought the king was a bit harsh
Arthur: I don't need sympathy Merlin, Especially not from you
Merlin: But I did think he had a point
Arthur: I ordered you to get out now leave me
Merlin: I know what you think youa re doing, and I know you think you are in lvoe with Sophia Arthur: Who Are you to tell me what I'm thinking!"
Merlin: I'm your freind
Arthur: No merlin you're my servant
Merlin: you don't know what you're doing. Shes cast a spell on you you're enchanted
This conversation is interesting because his eyes are not red, Some of these things are things he might say but NOT in the tone he uses and some of them seem OOC But his eyes are not red, so either the fact that they are close to things he might say in a diferant tone, Or they might be things he might have said to a typical servant at this stage in his development, might be causing this. I'm inclined to thing its the first one. Or perhaps my way of judging when eyes turn red is wrong.
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Sophia: I told you people would try to keep us appart
Arthur: I won't let that happen
Merlin: Don't listen to her shes controling you
Sophia: we can elope together get away from this place these people Merlin: I saw you. I followed him they're planing to sacrifice you
Alfric: you let your servants speak to your guests this way
Merlin: I know what you're going to do because I followed you to the lake and I heard everything
Merlin: (turning to arthur) You have to belive me!
Sophia: Don;'t listen to him Arthur. Let's go, LEts leave tonight
Merlin: Shes going to kill you, Sophia plants to sacrifice you to buy a life of importality. if you go with her You'll die
Arthur: (Confused) "It doesnt make sence we're in love
Merlin: they're magical being look at the writing on the staff *tries to grab alfrics staff)
Alfric: (Tries to pull it away eyes growing red )
Merlin (speaking as Arthur is turned away from us) Look at his eyes look at them, Do you belive me now, I love this bit. It seems to support my theory. Arthur almost breaks out of it because he trusts Merlin and then the red eye comes back because it's against Arthur's nature not to trust Merlin. Also Merlin gets sidhe blasted making our Merlin death count reach two!
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Arthur was underwater for 1 minite 36 seconds If Arthur was unconscious when he hit the water (And I think he should be considered such) he was likely fine, did not get water in his lungs much at all, and started breathing on his own after getting out of the water If he was awake he would likely NOT have fallen unconscious in that amount of time.
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cu7ie · 11 months
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⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀"THERE'S A GHOST IN THE ATTIC!"
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⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀"SHE'S KIND OF A CUTIE THO!"
﹠﹠ sol. nineteen. classical degenerate and dark content fanatic! but i guess i write normal porn too.
꒦꒷ lingering spectres*・゜
⠀⠀play pretend // statue. big bro gojo. mister mysterious benefactor.
꒦꒷ consult a buddha*・゜
⠀⠀✦ incantation instruction [byf/dfi]
⠀⠀✦ assorted talismans [m.list]
⠀⠀✦ enchanted forest network
꒦꒷ scheduled exorcisms*・゜
⠀⠀✦ toji ▸ bet on it.
⠀⠀✦ baji ▸ sunscreen.
⠀⠀✦ lifeguard baji ▸ sunscreen. (alt.)
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semisgroupie · 10 days
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current wips (will be updated) link to my fics for Gaza post
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❀ let the right one in — stalker!aizen sosuke x fem. reader — DARK CONTENT
you met him during a speed dating event. it only took a few minutes for him to become obsessed with you and his infatuation knows no limits
❀ hotwife adventures: the musician — nanami kento x fem. reader x choso kamo
the second installment of hotwife adventures!
❀ domestic bliss — toji fushiguro x fem. reader
toji fushiguro loves his new wife so much, he just can’t control himself when he’s around you (for the enchanted forest network’s spring feelings collab)
❀ kiss and say goodbye - rin itoshi x fem. reader ANGST AND SMUT
it's for the best, you have to let each other go but you have to enjoy him one last time
❀ untitled piece — piano instructor!rose otoribashi x fem. reader
your piano instructor plans to switch up his teaching techniques with you, maybe this time all the things he’s taught you will stick (for blondes have more fun collab)
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the-fluffy-folio · 1 year
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Psigaric – Small plant, neutral
Fey beings tend to grumble when psigaric mycelium encroaches on their enchanted groves and glades. These mycelial networks are host to countless intermingling psyches, fungal entities that are so alien as to be incomprehensible. In truth, psigarics prefer not to interact with the fey either. They spend their days in dreamlike reverie, exploring realms of emotion and imagination while floating about as ethereal mist inside their fungal homes. They can, however, manifest physically, emerging from their mycelium to poke and prod at the three-dimensional world. When they do, they love to mimic the strange characters they encounter, though none would ever mistake a psigaric for a typical forest creature.
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JAPAN TRIP - DAYS 20 & 21
We spent the weekend exploring the enchanting city of Kyoto, and I must say, it completely captured my heart 💖 The beauty of this place is simply captivating, and the people here are incredibly kind. Kyoto is adorned with numerous stunning shrines, and we had the opportunity to visit a few of them. One of the highlights was Kifune-jinja Shrine (貴船神社), a serene and picturesque spot. Another remarkable visit was Kamigamo-jinja Shrine (上賀茂神社), which left us in awe of its grandeur. However, it was Fushimi Inari-Taisha Shrine (伏見稲荷) that truly stood out. This important Shinto shrine, located in southern Kyoto, is renowned for its vast array of vermilion torii gates, stretching across a network of trails behind the main buildings. These trails lead into the mystical forest of sacred Mount Inari, rising 233 meters above the shrine grounds! The sight was truly mesmerizing, and we felt a deep sense of reverence as we explored this sacred place 💖 Kyoto has left an indelible impression on me, with its rich cultural heritage and breathtaking scenery. It's a place that I will always hold dear in my heart 💕
Now, we're heading back to Tokyo. Our journey leads us back to the Aman hotel, where we will rest and prepare for what lies ahead. Unfortunately, the upcoming day poses a challenge as I am scheduled for surgery at the hospital I was hospitalised at two weeks ago. After receiving a call from my doctor regarding the results, it became clear that this step is necessary. I won't lie, I'm a little concerned 😢
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🌱The forests spring feelings event🌱
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Ah the spring slowly rolls around and the forest is blooming in all corners. Slowly but surely the residents get hit with the feeling that floats in the air...
The spring feelings event is all about falling in love, loving your partner and of course the mating season!
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Rules:
♡ the event starts March 1st and lasts until May 31st
♡ Art and writing is as always allowed. There is no word limit whatsoever. It can be sfw, nsfw and even dc
♡ You can join as many times as you'd like as long as you're part of the enchanted forest network!
♡ To sign up please reach out to Rhy via @enchantedforest-dms and let her know the characters you plan on so she can add you to the masterlist (you can always change things so dw)
♡ The theme of this collab is all about love. Falling in love, being in love, making love. So please try and let the spring feelings (or mating season) get a grip on you and go all out for your fave
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🌸 MASTERLIST 🌸
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New game! Their Majesties’ Pleasure by Leia Talon
New game! Their Majesties' Pleasure by Leia Talon! is now available on Steam, and in the Heart's Choice app on iOS and Android. It's 33% off until June 22!
https://www.choiceofgames.com/hearts-choice/their-majesties-pleasure/
In this enchanted sexual escapade, will you revel with mysterious rogues, wily Fae, the Prince, or the Princess? Where will your heart and loyalty lead you as the kingdom trembles on the edge of war?
Their Majesties’ Pleasure is a 225,000-word interactive erotic fantasy novel by Leia Talon, where your choices control the story. It’s entirely text-based, without graphics or sound effects, and fueled by the vast, unstoppable power of your imagination.
As a member of the royal guard, it is your duty to protect the heirs to the throne: the rebellious, fun-loving brother and sister who lead you on a merry chase outside the palace. They open you up to a world that you never knew before: a secret network of assassins, corrupt city officials, and a cabaret brimming with songs, spirits, and sex. And when you are done carousing in the city, you can move into the dark of the magic-filled forest, where demigods and Fae throw jubilant, bacchanal revels, which include orgies for those so inclined.
But the forest is not a peaceful neighbor, and as the enmities of generations past rise up, the realm begins to tip towards war. You are at the center of a tangle of intrigue, and your loyalty is tested at every turn. Your actions could spell the difference between a tentative peace or fierce battle on two fronts. 
Where will you find pleasure? Will you seduce the dark-haired Princess Lissa at a revel in the Darkwood, as she indulges her insatiable thirst for magical secrets? Or do you prefer her lithe, muscular brother, Prince Julian, entrenched with enemies of the Crown? Perhaps you'll have Javier, The Rogue King, the broad-shouldered crime boss who runs the the city's cabaret? Or Queen Edenia, the curvy Darkwood demigoddess who will let you taste her elixir of stardust? Or Galen, a golden-haired Fae prince whose warrior instincts are as honed as his skills in bed?
And what happens if your allegiance to the realm comes into conflict with the devotion of your heart? Which will you choose: loyalty or love? Can you find a way to have both?
• Play as male, female, or nonbinary; gay, straight, bi; asexual; monogamous or polyamorous.
• Romance a provocative prince, a feisty princess, a rogue king, a demigoddess, or an immortal warrior.
• Choose high-heat or sweet options, or avoid sex scenes entirely with lively conversation.
• Pledge your loyalty to the King, turn away from the Crown to side with its enemies - or become a spy to play both sides against the middle.
• Plunge into a steamy urban underworld full of assassins, criminals, and riotous taverns.
• Indulge in mysterious Fae revels, with magical food and drink to heighten your senses and otherworldly music to accompany your dances.
• Uncover the secrets of ages past to help prevent - or to incite - a future war.
Indulge your fantasies in Their Majesties’ Pleasure.
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New cards for a saproling precon
Art links:
Myca
Ezrel
Fauna Extinction
Fume Spores
Skull Harvest
Thallid Seer
Mycelium Networker
Rampaging Thallid
Saproling Germination
Shrine of Mold
Card transcriptions below
Ten cards
The first
Myca, Thallid Queen 2BG Legendary Creature- Fungus Noble [mythic] Whenever you cast a spell, put a spore counter on Myca, Thallid Queen. Remove three spore counters from Myca: Create a 1/1 green Saproling creature token. BG, Sacrifice a Saproling: Creatures you control get +1/+1 until end of turn. Draw a card. 3/3
The second
Ezrel, Rot-Farm Sporelich 1BG Legendary Creature- Fungus Zombie Shaman [mythic] Whenever a token is put into your graveyard from the battlefield, each opponent loses 1 life. 2BG: Create a 1/1 green Saproling creature token and a Food token. 2/3 "The harvest must continue. The city must be fed."
The third
Fauna Extinction 3BB Sorcery [rare] Destroy all creatures except for Dryads, Fungi, Plants, Saprolings, and Treefolk. And still the fungus continued to spread.
The fourth
Fume Spores 2B Enchantment [rare] Morbid - At the beginning of your end step, if a creature died this turn, create a 1/1 green Saproling creature token. Saprolings you control have toxic 1. (Players dealt combat damage by a creature with toxic 1 also get a poison counter.)
The fifth
Skull Harvest 1B Sorcery [rare] Exile the top three cards of target opponent’s library. You may play one of those cards for as long as it remains exiled, and may spend mana of any type to cast it. You may cast this spell from your graveyard by sacrificing two tokens in addition to paying its other costs.
The sixth
Thallid Seer B Creature- Fungus Wizard [rare] Whenever a player is dealt combat damage by one or more creatures you control, put a spore counter on Thallid Seer. Remove three spore counters from Thallid Seer: Create a 1/1 green Saproling creature token. Sacrifice a Saproling: Scry 1. 1/1
The seventh
Mycelium Networker 3G Creature- Fungus [rare] Whenever Mycelium Networker attacks, create a 1/1 green Saproling creature token. Then each attacking Fungus gets +1/+1 until end of turn for each Saproling you control. 2/2 Every tree and mushroom in the forest speaks in words of dirt and rot.
The eighth
Rampaging Thallid 4G Creature- Fungus [rare] Trample Whenever Rampaging Thallid deals combat damage to a player put that many spore counters on it. Remove three spore counters from Rampaging Thallid: Create a 1/1 green Saproling creature token. 6/5
The ninth
Saproling Germination 1GG Sorcery Kicker 3G (You may pay an additional 3G as you cast this spell.) If this spell was kicked, create a 1/1 green Saproling creature token for each creature you control. Draw a card for each Saproling you control.
The tenth
Shrine of Mold 3G Artifact [rare] T: Add G for each Saproling you control. 1G, T: Create a 1/1 green Saproling creature token. The lost shrine to a long-forgotten god, it has taken on a far more practical use.
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semisgroupie · 7 days
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sponsor a wip for Gaza
❀ hi everyone! I will be participating in @ficsforgaza’s option of sponsor a wip! I’m not too sure how this might go but I’m really excited to participate in this. for more information check their page here
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How it works:
make a donation to aiding Gaza and then you will send me a screenshot of your donated amount (blocking any/all personal information) and you will let me know which fic you will be sponsoring
ex: hi venus! I donated $5 to support for hisham’s recovery and I would like to sponsor ‘let the right one in’
I will not be posting any ask/dm sent and I will update the word count for my wips below and keep a progress tracker for how much has been donated!
My rate is $1 for every 100 words (so $5 = 500 words, $10 = 1000 words, etc) and my limit is $10 simply because I don’t want to become overwhelmed
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my current wips up for sponsorship:
❀ let the right one in - stalker!aizen sosuke x fem. reader - DARK CONTENT
you met him during a speed dating event. it only took a few minutes for him to become obsessed with you and his infatuation knows no limits
expected wc: ~3k
current wc: 684 words
sponsored wc: 1000 (0/1000 written)
❀ hotwife adventures: the musician - nanami kento x fem. reader x choso kamo
the second installment of hotwife adventures!
expected wc: ~3.5k
current wc: 77 words
sponsored wc:
❀ domestic bliss - toji fushiguro x fem. reader
toji fushiguro loves his new wife so much, he just can't control himself when he's around you (for the enchanted forest network's spring feelings collab)
expected wc: ~2.5k
current wc: 66 words
sponsored wc:
❀ kiss and say goodbye — rin itoshi x fem. reader ANGST AND SMUT
it’s for the best, you have to let each other go but you have to enjoy him one last time
expected wc: ~3k
current wc: 78 words
sponsored wc:
❀ untitled piece - piano instructor!rose otoribashi x fem. reader
your piano instructor plans to switch up his teaching techniques with you, maybe this time all the things he's taught you will stick (for blondes have more fun collab)
expected wc: ~2.5k
current wc: 0 words
sponsored wc:
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sundarbantourwb · 27 days
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Exploring the Enchanting Wilderness: Sundarban Tour Package
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Sundarbans, a name that conjures images of lush mangrove forests, elusive Bengal tigers, and tranquil waterways, is a haven for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers alike. Nestled in the delta region of West Bengal, India, and Bangladesh, Sundarbans is the largest mangrove forest in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Embarking on a Sundarban tour package is not just a journey; it's an immersive experience into the heart of nature's beauty and wilderness.
Unraveling the Mysteries of Sundarbans
Mangrove Majesty: The Sundarbans is renowned for its intricate network of mangrove forests, where the roots of trees intertwine to create a labyrinthine ecosystem. Exploring these mangroves by boat is a surreal experience, where every turn reveals a new vista of natural splendor.
Wildlife Encounters: One of the main highlights of a Sundarban tour package is the chance to spot the majestic Royal Bengal Tiger in its natural habitat. Along with tigers, the Sundarbans is home to diverse wildlife, including spotted deer, crocodiles, and numerous bird species. Birdwatchers will be delighted by the opportunity to see rare avian species like the masked finfoot and the Mangrove Pitta.
Rivers and Rivulets: The Sundarbans is crisscrossed by a network of rivers and rivulets, making boat safaris the primary mode of transportation. Navigating through these waterways offers a unique perspective of the landscape, as well as the chance to witness daily life in the Sundarbans, with local fishermen casting their nets and villagers going about their routines.
The Allure of Sundarban Tour Packages
Embarking on a Sundarban tour package ensures a hassle-free and enriching experience for travelers. These packages typically include:
Accommodation: From cozy forest lodges to rustic eco-resorts, Sundarban tour packages offer a range of accommodation options that cater to different preferences and budgets.
Guided Excursions: Knowledgeable guides accompany travelers on excursions into the Sundarbans, providing valuable insights into the flora, fauna, and cultural heritage of the region.
Meals and Transportation: Sundarban tour packages often include meals and transportation, allowing travelers to focus on enjoying their experience without worrying about logistics.
Safety and Convenience: Traveling with a tour package ensures safety and convenience, with trained staff equipped to handle any emergencies that may arise during the journey.
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Tips for a Memorable Sundarban Adventure
Pack Light: As the Sundarbans is a remote and ecologically sensitive area, it's essential to pack light and only bring the essentials to minimize your environmental impact.
Stay Hydrated: The humid climate of the Sundarbans can be taxing, so remember to stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water throughout your journey.
Respect Nature: While exploring the Sundarbans, it's crucial to respect the natural environment and wildlife. Avoid littering and follow the instructions of your guides to minimize disturbances to the ecosystem.
In conclusion, a Sundarban tour package offers a gateway to a world of natural wonders and adventure. Whether you're a wildlife enthusiast, a nature lover, or simply seeking a unique travel experience, exploring the Sundarbans is sure to leave you with memories that last a lifetime.
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