may i kindly ask you all the oc questions?
Yes, yes you may.
Quick note: A few OCsI won’t mention by name and a few answers will be vague just as to not spoilanything. I have an entire fanversegoing on here.
-50 OC Asks-
Quick reference: Meri is the Hero of Kvatch. Arrais a Breton mage in Skyrim. Dreyns is a Dunmer assassin. Vitiais the Dragonborn. Sannit is an old, former Ashlander. Veabris is an Ayleid who’saround back before the First Era. Jaka is the Nerevarine. Estor isNot a Thalmor ™. Stigr is a proud Nord boi. La’Mihr is a smart kitty. One-Who-Knowsis yearning for the suburban Skyrim dream.
1. “Your first OCever?”
That would be proto Meri. She was really the first that grew into an actual character. She was also supposed to star in an Oblivionrewrite/webcomic/fanfic thing I drew like one page of years ago.
2. “Do you have a personal favouriteamong your OCs?”
I like different ones for different reasons! Arra’s dialogue and one-liners, Dreyns’swhole ark of getting old, Vitia’s philosophy, etc. etc.
3. Have you ever adopted a character or gotten a character from someone else?
Nope. And I’d neverconsider them mine. I handcraft them andbake them one-of-a-kind each time. Butmore seriously, the most I could take is an idea for a character, because Ialways like to twist things on their head and really make it my own. I don’t enjoy writing NPCs for thisreason. I can’t get in their head and myheadcanons get a bit much, so I’d rather just write for those I know.
4. “A character you rarely talk about?”
Tactus Gavros Sigilis! An inspector/investigator for the Empirein Skyrim.
5. “If you could make only one of your OCs popular/known, who would it be?”
I think that’s not really up to me. I can’t decide who fans will latch onto. I know who’s the most well-liked at thistime, but that’s no indicator of who would be well-loved by a much wideraudience. I’ll leave this one to my fans!
6. “Two OCs of yours that look alike despite not being related?”
I do my best to give everyone unique looks andclothing/color schemes, but! There’sthree that got based on each other and aren’t the same but even I’m confusednow. I’ll make a separate post to breakit down.
7. “Are your OCs part of any story or stories?”
None of them exist outside of the Elder Scrolls universe,and I have yet to write fanfiction.
8. “Do you RP as any of your OCs? If you do, introduce one of your RP OCs here!”
Currently Arra, Sannit, and Veabris. Though I think I’m game to RPing any of them,I already have a few more that I want to add to my RPing blog! (btw, if you like the idea of RPing with me,all you have to do is ask.)
9. “Would you ever be willing to give any of your OCs to someone else?”
No. Not give, nevergive. But that doesn’t mean they can’tappear in your writing/meta/art, just that it’s a crossover, you don’t own themjust like I don’t own yours when I allude to them in RPs. (Did I ever post that here?)
10. “Introduce an OC with a complicated design?”
All the ones I don’t draw, lol
Okay, more seriously…no, that’s pretty much why.
11. “Is there any OC of yours you could describe as a ‘sunshine’?”
100% Arra
12. “Name an OC that isn’t yours but who you like a lot”
Can I say all of them? My favorites are the ones who are woven into the lore and pre-existingcharacters, and ones that feel like real people and not just “ArgonainDragonborn #76”. I like the ones whotake it as seriously as me, and as I see people do, I feel more confident totalk about and expand them.
13. “Do you have any troublemaker OCs?”
Actually, not really. Dreyns, Jaka and Stigr can all be at times, though.
14. “Introduce an OC with a tragic backstory”
I want to legit change that to one without tragedy in theirbackstory because they’re all tragic…
15. “Do you like to talk about your OCs with other people?”
Sometimes! But I trynot to go overboard because I’m not sure if people like it.
16. “Which one of your OCs would be the best at biology (school subject)?”
My Daedric biologist, I would imagine.
17. “Any OC OTPs?”
I’m not much of a shipper, honestly. And I really can’t think of any at themoment.
18. “Any OC crackships?”
Read 17.
19. “Introduce an OC that means a lot to you (and explain why)”
I’ll pass on this one only because my answer would start gettingtoo personal for this ask.
20. “Do any of your OCs sing? If they sing, care to share more details(headcanon voice, what kind of songs they like etc)?”
Veabris has a beautiful singing voice that would sound agood deal like Annie Lennox. Actually,just listen to “Into the West” and you’re good to good. But you’ll never hear it because Vea is superself-conscious and private about singing.
21. “Your most artistic OC?”
You know, I think I overlook making them artistic justbecause I am. It would be too obvious. But let’s say Stigr and La’Mihr are.
22. “Is there any OC of yours people tend to mischaracterize? If yes, how?”
In world or OOC? That’s a really important distinction! But Veabris’s intentions are usually misinterpreted.
23. “Introduce an OC that has changed from your first idea concerning what thecharacter would be like?”
Most of them! I workon them for a while until I feel they’re ready to be revealed. 24. “If you could meet one OC of yours, who would it be and why?”
Don’t do this to me!!!! Ahhhh I don’t know I love them all! But Jaka would probably be the most fun to hang out with? Then again, a day out with Sannit would begreat.
25. “The OC that resembles you the most (same hobby, height, sharedlike/dislike for something etc?)”
Meri.
26. “Have you ever had to change your OC’s design or something else about themagainst your will?”
Arra and yes, I’m still bitter about it. I won’t get into it because I’d rather notmake posts like that, but if anyone would like to know feel free to message me.
27. “Any OCs that were inspired by a certain song?”
Nah, they come about and the songs fit them after.
28. “Your most dangerous OC?”
Okay! So we haveMankar Camoran’s kid, Molag Bal’s Undying Champion, a lesser Daedric Prince anda double-memoried Godkiller. Have funwith that battle royal!
29. “Which one of your OCs would go investigate an abandoned house at nightwithout telling anyone they’re going?”
Tactus Gavros Sigilis, it’s his literal job. Wait it’s Estor’s too. …And kinda Veabris’s. Well!
30. “Which one of your OCs would most likely have a secret stuffed animalcollection?”
It’s Dreyns. It’s soDreyns.
31. “Pick one OC of yours and explain what their tumblr blog would be like(what they reblog, layout, anything really)”
Sannit treats it like a regular website blog and only postsstories from his life or answers to asks. No reblogs and he doesn’t follow anyone.
Meri posts advanced DYI stuff and martial technique.
32. “Which one of your OCs would be the most suitable horror game protagonistand why?”
I don’t play horror games but I’m thinking Estor in creepy,culty fan theory version of Rorikstead. (Should I write this?)
33. “Your shyest OC?”
She’s so shy she won’t let me talk about her.
34. “Do you have any twin characters?”
Not yet!
35. “Any sibling characters?”
Yes but I won’t say just now. Spoilers!
36. “Do you have OC pairs where the other part belongs to someone else(siblings, lovers, friends etc)?”
Not currently, but I’m not against doing it.
37. “Introduce an OC who is not quite human”
The Argonian, One-Who-Knows! He’s saving up money to buy a new fancy hat right now. Rock on, scaly bro!
38. “Which one of your OCs would be the best dancer?”
I feel like it would be Vitia for some reason.
39. “Introduce any character you want!”
THESE QUESTIONS ARE TOO VAGUE AGHHHH!!
40. “Any fond memories linked to your characters? Feel free to share!”
Writing “Arra’s Story” (An RP post). The power and emotion of it and the approvingly,emotionally shocked reactions of my fellow players made me realize I couldactually write good.
41. “Has anyone drawn fanart of your OCs? If yes, maybe show a picture or twohere (remember sources & permissions!)”
Here and here 😊
42. “Which one of your OCs would be the most interested in Greek gods?”
Daedric biologist person would be!
43. “Do you have any certain type when you create your OCs? Do you tend tofavour some certain traits or looks? It’s time to confess!”
We already found out I like investigators, is that my type?
44. “Something you like about your OCs in general”
I like how they all have gotten their own personality andidentity. It’s taken a lot of work, but Idon’t feel like personalities repeat anymore.
45. “A character you no longer use?”
I have a few in limbo. I’m not sure if they’re coming back or they’re
46. “Has anyone ever told you that you treat your OCs badly?”
No. Only because Ihaven’t told them about all the bad things I’ve done to them in the first place.
47. “Has anyone ever (friendly) claimed any of your OCs as their child?”
Not yet, there’s still time.
48. “OC who is a perfect cinnamon roll, too good for this world, too pure?”
I think they call this a “hot take”, but in my opinion everyperson has flaws and depicting them otherwise is bad character writing. Like sure, they can be nice and all, but theystill topple the board over when they’re losing Risk (or Axis & Allies). Showing only one side of a character seriously,(not if it’s just for laughs) is boring to me. Where’s the growth? They don’teven need to have “flaws” per se. Whatif the “One True Hero to Save the World” is balled up on the floor crying tothemselves because they don’t think they’re strong enough? Hot take over and it’s probably little kidDreyns. (Which breaks hearts because hegrows up into something not pure.)
49. “Which one of your OCs would most likely enjoy memes”
Arra would love meme songs like “SEAGULLS! (Stop ItNow)“He-man singing “What’s up?”, and “mmm whatcha say”. And Jaka would love reaction gifs and objectlabeling memes.
50. “Give me the good ol’ OC talk here. Talk about anything you want”
I wanna talk about how long it took to fill this out and howmany characters I resurrected from the darkest depths of my mind to completeit. You’re welcome. ♥
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Nono’s Comfort Kitchen features an international menu composed mainly of simple, heartwarming, and delicious comfort food that beckons guests to return. On top of savory selections, the desserts at Nono’s are also noteworthy.
Roasted Beef Belly
Nono’s Comfort Kitchen: Truly Heartwarming
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Our experience at Nono’s
We almost never got to try Nono’s but we were glad that we were able to before the pandemic happened. You see, Khris and I have been planning to eat at Nono’s several months but we never got the time to do so because things in both our offices got really busy.
The restaurant has always caught my attention because I usually see it whenever I go to Three Central. From outside, it looked like a classy restaurant. Nevertheless, it exudes a warm and inviting aura. In fact, it is usually filled with groups of diners during lunchtime.
Furthermore, we have not been on a date for so long, that was why we wanted to eat out somewhere special and Valentine’s Day was the perfect excuse to do so. As such, we finally decided to have dinner at Nono’s. However, that date had to be pushed back again for another week because we wanted to avoid the “dating” crowd. Never did we imagine that it would be our last date during the old normal, before the COVID-19 pandemic happened.
Nono’s is, thus, one of the restaurants that will probably hold a special place in our memory. It was a happy memory that we hope to relive again.
Anyway, that instance served to emphasize an age-old tenet that we often disregard and that is to never take things for granted again. If you want to do or try something, do it now. Live your life like today is your last day. Then again, it’s better said this way – live your life to the fullest.
4 Things that we liked about Nono’s
Our overall experience at Nono’s was excellent and unforgettable. Aside from the nostalgia of that last date, Nono’s left nothing but good impression on us.
Here are 4 reasons why we would always come back to Nono’s given the opportunity to do so:
1. Delicious food
Nono’s is best-known for its delicious food. In fact, many of our colleagues have recommended that we try Nono’s.
For our dinner date, we ordered Fried Truffle Cheese Wontons (Php185, five pieces in a serving) for appetizer, French Onion Soup (Php255), Roasted Beef Belly (Php595), Shrimp El Diablo pasta (Php445), and a slice of Nono’s Chocolate Oblivion (Php175).
Fried truffle cheese wontons
The Fried Truffle Cheese Wontons are the perfect appetizer. These are mozzarella and cheddar cheese wrapped in wontons. These are then fried and drizzled with honey and truffle oil. The rich flavors of the cheese are made even more savory with the addition of truffle oil.
The sweetness of the honey, meanwhile, perfectly balances the slightly salty and creamy taste if the cheese and truffle oil. Honestly, the Fried Cheese Wontons are what I was most excited about and it did not disappoint. I could munch on those perfectly crunchy and cheesy wontons endlessly.
French onion soup
We also had French onion soup. Honestly, it was my first time to try proper French onion soup. Nono’s version is slow-cooked, caramelized onions in broth, topped with sourdough, and melted mozzarella cheese. It looked beautiful when it arrived, we almost did not know how to begin consuming it. Anyway, we did so by working through the melted cheese on top. It was also good; the flavors are well-balanced and the warm soup is the perfect companion on a cold, rainy day.
The Roasted Beef Belly is another dish that I was really excited about. It looked beautiful when it arrived on out table – three slices of slow-roasted USDA beef belly, drizzled with balsamic glaze, and served with horseradish cream, and mashed potatoes.
Roasted beef belly with mashed potatoes
The meat was really tender and easily yielded to our forks. It was also juicy, and the smoky and slightly caramelized edges of the beef were added a depth of flavor to each bite. If we did not order so much, I would have this with rice.
We wanted to have seafood with our meal but we felt like fish plates would be too much, so we ordered Shrimp El Diablo. This is pan-roasted shrimp with chili pepper flakes, garlic, onion, and red capsicum tossed in olive oil and tomato-herb sauce. You can also never go wrong with this pasta dish. The shrimp is smoky and juicy and went well with the lightly spicy sauce. This one is a complete meal in a plate.
Shrimp El Diablo
On a different occasion, I tried the Grilled Pork Chop (Php465). This is one comfort food that I would also recommend at all times. This meat lover’s delight is juicy, one-inch thick grilled boneless porkchop, topped with lemon and herbed butter, and served with mashed potatoes.
Porkchop
The meat is juicy and flavorful, despite being cooked well throughout. The mashed potatoes were the perfect sides; I was completely satisfied with the fragrant and buttery potatoes. But if you want this with rice, go ahead and order a cup.
For our dessert, we just had to try the popular Nono’s Chocolate Oblivion. Rich, moist, and chocolatey, it was the perfect dessert to cap a beautiful meal. I just wished that I ordered coffee to go with it.
2. Notable dessert selection
If you love desserts, then you will like it at Nono’s. They do not have an extensive selection of desserts but the ones that they have are enough to satisfy your sweet tooth such as Cookie Skillet a la Mode, ice cream sandwich, and slice of the day.
A slice of Nono's Chocolate Oblivion
Nono’s also sell cakes, either whole or by the slice. Some cakes are available in-store while other cake flavors are through pre-orders only. If you are pre-ordering cakes, Nono’s needs five days to prepare the cake.
3. Cozy ambiance
One thing that drew me to Nono’s was its cozy-looking interiors. This particular branch at Three Central does not boast of a large floor area; it’s actually just a small space that is perfect for intimate gatherings.
The interiors of Nono’s Comfort Kitchen
You can even eat here alone and not feel too conspicuous because there are small tables that are good for two people only. During the day, the restaurant is bright because it has big windows that let the natural light in.
4. Friendly and efficient restaurant staff
Finally, what is good comfort food if it not complemented with impeccable service? Bad experience, most likely. The restaurant staff is courteous and welcoming. You can ask them for their recommendations and they will not make you feel like you are senseless. It’s really the small and simple details that matter, like repeating your orders again to ensure that they did not miss anything to providing suggestion on serving the slice of cake after our meal.
Nono’s Branches
If you do want to check Nono’s out in the future, the following is their complete list of branches. You may also want to give your preferred branch a call to reserve a table.
UP TOWN CENTER
Address: Level 1, Phase 1B, U.P. Town Center, Katipunan Avenue, Diliman, Quezon City
Telephone numbers: (02) 7958-5713 and 0906 2462096
Schedule: Mon: Closed, Tue - Sun: 11am - 8pm
THE PODIUM
Address: Second Level, The Podium Mall, 12 ADB ave. Ortigas Center, Mandaluyong City.
Telephone numbers: (02) 8637-5147 and 0956 4125799
Schedule: Mon: Closed, Tue - Thu: 11am - 7pm, and Fri to Sun: 10am - 8pm
THREE CENTRAL
Address: G/F, Three Central, Valero St., Salcedo Village, Makati City
Telephone numbers: (02) 7901-6748 and 0906 4945587
Schedule: Mon - Fri: 10am - 7pm
FESTIVAL MALL
Address: Upper Ground Floor, Expansion Wing, Festival Mall, Filinvest City, Alabang, Muntinlupa City
Telephone numbers: (02) 8247 7980 and 0966 8025783
Schedule: Mon: Closed, Tues - Sun: 11am - 7pm
GLORIETTA
Address: L/G Glorietta 2, Glorietta Complex, Ayala Center, Makati City
Telephone numbers: (02) 7900-1225 and 0927 0288162
Schedule: Mon: Closed, Tue - Sun: 11am - 8pm
NUVALI
Address: G/F Solenad 3, Building E, Nuvali, Sta. Rosa, Laguna
Telephone numbers: (049) 258-0539 and 0927 0241435
Schedule: Mon: Closed, Tue - Sun: 11am - 7pm
AYALA MALLS MANILA BAY (Temporarily Closed)
Address: Ground Floor, Phase 1, Abueva Entrance Diosdado Macapagal Blvd, cor. Aseana Ave, Paranaque City
Telephone numbers: (02) 7373-6981 and 0917 8147004
Schedule: Mon - Thurs: 11am - 9pm, and Fri - Sun: 10am - 10pm
HIGH STREET SOUTH
Address: G/F, 26th St. High Street South Tower 1, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig
Telephone numbers: (02) 8260-5476 and 0956 9121364
Schedule: Mon - Sun: 9am - 8pm
Other important information to keep in mind
Here are some more important information that you might want to keep in mind when dining at Nono’s:
1. While reservation is not required, you might want to give your preferred branch a call to gauge the number of diners on the time slot that you like.
2. Nono's features a Kids' menu, so that's a good enough reason to eat here with your family.
2. Credit cards, debit cards, and senior citizen discount cards are accepted at Nono’s.
Epilogue
We sure had a wonderful time at Nono’s. The food was indeed delicious and heartwarming. In fact, Nono’s is one of the few restaurants that can rightfully claim that it can do comfort food right.
On a different note, we were happy that we pushed through with our dinner date. It’s definitely one happy memory that we would look back to in the old normal.
Also read: Dine with a view at Top of the Citi
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