#they agreed to do a fucking contest in Music Arts and they fucking lose in a humiliating way | those Marines got humbled
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We all know that Buggy is probably a very petty clown.
It would be pretty fun to think that Buggy would go as far as humiliating some a small-time Marines by beating them in a singing and dancing contest. Hear me out:
So, it's a random island (and before Buggy's a Impel Down inmate, so he's not a Warlord) and they nearly get caught by those Marines. Suddenly a bat-shit crazy idea comes to Buggy and he blurts out 'Hey, how about we do this instead?' Initially the Marines wouldn't goanna do it, but then Buggy mocks them.
So it happens, the Marines go first (they were alright), then it's Buggy's turn and this is where the Marines realize they fucked up
This clown literally destroys them, they can't ever come back from this. The civilians are screaming and cheering for the fucking pirate to do more. They can't tell anyone in the Marines about this.
Can't Buggy be this petty?
#one piece#one piece headcanons#these fuckers can't even go to the higher-ups | because that would be emitting that instead of capturing the pirates on first spot#they agreed to do a fucking contest in Music Arts and they fucking lose in a humiliating way | those Marines got humbled#buggy pirates#buggy the clown#buggy the star clown#buggy the genius jester#buggy the flashy fool#captain buggy#buggy one piece#buggy thoughts#op buggy#bug#buggy op#one piece buggy#buggy babbles#ideas~4~stories says
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Possible hot take, but since it's that time of year again and people are complaining about who won last year, I wanted to give my two cents--
ESC is not, fundamentally, a music contest. It is a show.
Yes, "contest" is literally part of the name - and yes, music is the core of it. But every year you hear everyone bleat about how "it's rigged!" or "they picked a winner based on political interest!"
Yes. That's true. It has always been - if the contest took place during a time of conflict or change, the winners tended to be picked on a political basis - because we're representing countries here, not individual artists - and sometimes, the spotlight needs to be given to a specific person.
But it doesn't matter! No one will 100% agree on who should've won, everyone has a favorite, and the point of the contest should be that Europe's nations come together to show off their best. It's not like a sports game - you can clearly see who ran the fastest in a race, but you can't measure artistic merit the same way.
When Conchita Wurst won, everyone got mad because "they just picked her because she's trans!" (which isn't actually true, Conchita is a stage persona, the guy playing her is a gay man - so most people didn't even bother to get informed about that). But... So fucking what? It was new to have that kind of representation, and ESC is a significant event, broadcast live even to queerphobic countries - the results might have been rigged, but it was a friendly gesture toward the queer community. In 2014 no less!
Did it change anything? Did anyone die from losing the contest? Did winning Eurovision skyrocket anyone's career? Not really - I mean, when was the last time you heard about Conchita Wurst on the international scene? Do you know what Alexander Rybak is up to these days? Most of you dropped Måneskin weeks after their win, and you don't even know what "Epic Sax Guy"'s name is. Hell, Kalush won just last year, and I haven't heard a peep about them from anyone.
Whether or not Ukraine's win was orchestrated, I don't know - and frankly, I don't care to know. They didn't even get to host the event in their country, which was obviously going to be the case, it wasn't a last minute realization - so is it really that fucking important, while they're in the middle of a war, that they won the singing competition?
Kalush's performance last year was beautiful - but almost as importantly, Europe needed to show solidarity with Ukraine at that moment. That includes socially as well, because - shock of all shocks - countries are made up of people, who have a certain degree of control over political and military matters. Whether or not last year's contest was rigged, doesn't matter - because the bottom line is that all of Europe is affected by the war to some extent, and we must make it clear that imperialist warlords and their supporters are not welcome among the rest of us. Sure, it's just an art contest, it's not any kind of tangible, physical action against the Russian forces - but it is a symbolic "fuck you" to Russia and a "we're on your side" to Ukraine, which is something.
There will be other years. You're free to consider your favorite country the winner. Frankly, everyone's winning if they get to be in the contest, because it's a beloved event where every country can put out their own brand of beautiful or bizarre. Let's focus more on the experience, rather than who gets the most points - celebrate all the beautiful performances you're seeing, and stop treating Eurovision like a football league. If a certain contestant wins because of political bias, you're free to just ignore the results and enjoy the performances you loved - because at the end of the day, it doesn't matter. You still got to see some beautiful art, and a piece of your neighboring countries' souls.
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Taking Chances Ch. 21: Apologies (Father’s Day)
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Marinette purses her lips as she looks at the neatly wrapped package in her hand. She knew she should still give it to her dad, shouldn’t let her hurt over the Gala stop her from celebrating Father’s Day with him for the first time. She’d already gotten confirmation from her Maman that her present for her Papa had arrived. So that was taken care of. A small part of her, the petty part, wanted to use Kaalki and go back to Paris for Father’s Day. But she also didn’t want to hurt her dad, no matter how much he’d hurt her. She had to be better than that, she is Ladybug after all. Sighing, she drops the present onto her bed. Grabbing the rest of what she needed for a movie night at one of Jason’s safe houses, she rushes out of her room. She knew that her dad’s conversation with Superman in the Batcave wouldn’t last too long, and then he’d be looking for her and Damian to lecture the hell out of them. Unfortunately for him, neither of them planned to be around to listen to it.
“Got everything Pixie Pop?” Jason asks as she rushes down the last of the steps, barely stopping herself from falling. She quickly balances herself and shoots her brother a small grin.
“Yup. Let’s go before I can get grounded.” She says, rushing past him and out the door, grinning as she hears his loud cackles behind her. It will get better. She’d talk to her dad eventually, and shove the bad feelings away. But she was going to let herself mope for another day. After all, letting herself feel negative emotions was part of the reason her parents agreed to let her stay in Gotham for the summer.
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“What do you mean there’s an entire movie about you and Cat boy?” Jason asks, shoving another cookie in his mouth. Marinette shrugs.
“I mean we have a movie. It’s not my favorite, it’s kind of ridiculous. None of it is accurate. Except, Adrien did voice Chat Noir for the movie...still not sure why he thought that was a good idea.” She says, thinking back to the original premiere of the movie and all of the drama that came with it.
“Well shit. He’s not the brightest kid, is he?” Jason asks with a snort. Marinette opens her mouth to argue, then remembers some of Adrien’s….less brilliant moments. Okay, so maybe he’s not perfect.
“Ya know, we were once cast as Ladybug and Chat Noir in a music video.” She says, snorting at the look on Jason’s face.
“You’ve gotta be kidding. Really? Kid, please tell me you didn’t go through with it.” He says, looking mildly distressed. Marinette just rolls her eyes.
“No, we didn’t. The concept for the video changed and so no more hero costumes. I was terrified though. Kept losing the mask on purpose ‘cause I was convinced the mask would be what gave it away.” She admits with a small laugh.
“Ya know, that’s almost as bad as the time that someone at WE thought it’d be a good idea to enter B in a Batman look alike contest. Sent in his photo and everything.” Jason says with a snort. Marinette’s jaw drops.
“Wait, really?” She asks. He nods.
“Yup. But that’s not the best part.” He says. Her eyebrows furrowed together. What could possibly be better- Oh. No, oh my-
“He lost, didn’t he!” She cheers, laughing at Jason’s huge smile.
“Of course he did! You didn’t really think Brucie Wayne could ever be THE Batman, did you?” He asks with a smirk.
“Who entered him?” Marinette asks, kind of assuming that Jason did it with Tim’s computer.
“No one could ever prove anything, but Lucius Fox couldn’t stop smiling for weeks after it happened.” Jason says.
“No way, Lucius Fox? Oh my god!” She starts laughing again, the negative feelings from earlier almost completely gone. Disappeared. Times like these, she was beyond relieved that she wasn’t an only child anymore. She doesn’t know how she’d ever function again without her brothers and Cass.
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Bruce takes a deep breath before knocking on Marinette’s door. He’d spent some time talking to Clark in an attempt to calm down. He still couldn’t believe his two youngest children had gone to the Watchtower without permission...well, he could believe that Damian went. But not Marinette. And then there was her attitude towards him at the Tower. Her posture was very Damian, but her words and tone were very much Jason. He couldn’t decide if he was glad that they were bonding, or frustrated with the way his sons were corrupting his daughter. Not hearing an answer on the other side of the door, he knocks again.
“If?” He says. Alfred nods.
“Marinette, I know you’re angry, but shutting yourself away in your room is not the answer. I’ll give you ten more minutes, but then we need to talk about your behavior today.” He says, nodding to himself. That sounded good. That was right, right?
“I’m certain that wouldn’t work on Miss Marinette even if she was in her room, Master Bruce.” Alfred says, giving him an unimpressed look. Bruce’s eye twitches.
“Indeed, sir. It seems that Miss Marinette will not be sleeping at the manor tonight.” He says, turning to walk away.
“And I’m assuming you know where she is?” Bruce says, doubting that Alfred will actually give up her location. He’d definitely been picking the kids’ side the last two weeks or so. It was different, and he wasn’t fond of the change.
“Of course I do, sir.” Alfred says, raising an eyebrow in a silent challenge.
“Will you tell me where she is?” He asks, trying hard not to huff when Alfred shakes his head.
“Of course not, sir.” He says before walking away. Right. So she wasn’t sleeping at the manor, but she was safe. If she wasn’t, Alfred would have told him where she was. He mentally runs through a list of possible places she could be. Dick’s apartment, one of Jason’s safe houses, the Siren’s apartment, Paris- He pales as he realizes that she could definitely be in Paris. Was she really so upset that she would go back to Paris? Would she ever come back if she left? He lets out an uneven breath. He messed up. He messed up and now she was going to go back to Paris and she’d never talk to him again. Unless- maybe she didn’t. Swallowing the guilt that appears at the thought, he pushes her door open. If she had left for Paris, she would’ve taken everything with her. The sight of her clothes and sewing supplies still scattered around the room makes him breathe a sigh of relief. She hadn’t left Not yet. He’s about to walk out when an envelope on her bed catches his eye. Frowning, he walks over and picks it up, ‘Dad’ written on it in neat cursive. Now standing by her bed, he realizes there’s also a neatly wrapped package (Batman wrapping paper) on it. He smiles, then glances back at the envelope. He opens it, smiling at the art on the cardstock. It was clearly Marinette’s art, but he was confused why it was addressed to him.
‘Dad, I just wanted to let you know that I’m so happy you’re my Dad, and I’m so glad that I got to meet you. Finding out that I was adopted was a little scary, but you’ve made sure I’ve been okay through it all. Happy Father’s Day! Love, Marinette’
Bruce blinks. She was scared. If he had to guess, she was most likely scared that the family wouldn’t accept her. They’d been getting along so well, until the Gala mistake. Until he’d decided for her. Assumed she wouldn’t want to go to the Gala. And now she didn’t even want to stay at the manor tonight, and she was angry enough earlier to throw a chair at him. He pushes a hand through his hair, cursing lowly under his breath. He had to fix this.
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A sharp pounding at the door makes Jason leap off the couch. He holds up a finger and gestures for Marinette to hide. No one should be here. No one else knows which of his safe houses he was at today. Grabbing a gun, he walks over, glancing through the peephole. He scoffs.
“Get the fuck outta here Bruce.” He calls through the door, watching Marinette as she immediately tenses as if she’s gonna run. He shakes his head at her. She didn’t have to run, he sure as hell wouldn’t open the door if she didn’t want him to.
“Jason, open the door. I need to talk to Marinette.” Bruce calls, Jason snorts.
“Yeah, not gonna happen B.” He says.
“I would like to apologize to her.” Bruce says. Jason blinks. That’s new. Did the old man finally figure out that fuck ups warrant apologies? He glances over at Marinette, raising an eyebrow. It was her call. The unsure look on her face almost makes him decide for her. Almost. The kid’d had enough of people deciding shit for her.
“Let him in.” She says. He opens the door, glaring at the man.
“Is it okay if he comes in?” She whispers, and Jason nods.
“Up to you kiddo.” He whispers back. She stands taller, pushing her shoulders back before nodding.
“She’s the one who let you in. Don’t fuck this up.” He warns before stepping aside and letting Bruce walk in.
“Marinette.” He says, nodding at her. Jason groans. Yeah, B was totally gonna fuck this up.
“Father.” She says, shifting so that her arms are crossed, a neutral expression on her face. God, he really hopes her mimicking Demon Spawn is just a phase.
“I would like to preface this conversation by letting you know I went into your room.” Bruce says. Marinette just raises an eyebrow. Yeah, Jason wasn’t seeing the connection either. “I apologize for invading your privacy like that, Damian has definitely reminded me several times that your personal rooms are not to be messed with. However, when Alfred let me know you weren’t sleeping at the manor tonight, I was worried that perhaps you had gone back to Paris.”
“I wouldn’t have gone back without telling you. Well, other than akuma attacks. Do you really think I’d do something like that?” She asks, frowning.
“I know that I’ve done things I’m not proud of when hurt. Things that I came to regret. And I saw earlier today how hurt you actually are. I didn’t realize-” He pauses. “I also read the card that was on your bed.”
“What! No, that was- that was for Father’s Day.” She says with a sigh.
“I didn’t open the gift. I originally thought the envelope would have a note from you on where you had gone. Or that you never wanted to see me again. I thought the chances were pretty even.” He says and Jason snorts.
“Oh, okay. Wait, why would you ever think that? Yes, I was hurt. I still am hurt, if I’m being honest. But I don’t want to cut you out of my life.” She says, shaking her head.
“Nor do I want you out of ours.” Bruce says. Marinette blinks. “I realize now what it must have looked like, to you. Not informing you about the Gala, taking the rest of the family. It was, admittedly, not my best moment. I made a decision for you when I should’ve asked you what you wanted. You could have even come with us as MDC, but I took that option away from you. I am very sorry, Marinette. I am glad that you’re my daughter, sweetheart.” He says and Jason blinks. Well shit. The old man did have feelings. Too bad no one would ever believe him if he tried to say something about it. He watches as the tension in Marinette’s body drops almost instantly before she runs over and launches herself at Bruce. She wraps her arms around him and Jason can see the way her body shakes. Bruce just stands there, staring down at the top of her head in shock.
“You wrap your arms around her.” Jason snarks. Bruce blinks before listening, returning Marinette’s hug. Well, they were still dysfunctional as hell, but at least now he’d be able to take Pixie Pop to the manor without feeling like an asshole brother.
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Marinette bounces nervously in her seat as she watches her brothers hand her dad presents. She’s shocked when Jason hands over a small gift, knowing that the two’s relationship wasn’t….great. She leans forward in anticipation, watching and waiting to see what he’d picked out.
“Thank you, Jason. Clark will never let me live this down.” Her dad says, the fondness in his tone not matching the frown on his face. He turns the box around and the room erupts in laughter. Somehow, Jason had found a company that made customizable bobbleheads. The body was probably just a stock body, dressed in civilian clothes with a superman suit peaking through the shirt. And the head, the head was hilarious. It was very obviously crafted to look like their dad, specifically with his ‘Brucie Wayne’ smile. It was awful and amazing at the same time.
“I think Jaybird wins best gift.” Dick says with a grin.
“Tt. Unlikely. The new katana that Cass and I gave him is obviously superior.” Damian says, crossing his arms.
“I don’t know Damian, I still haven’t given him my present.” She points out, grinning at the slight frown on Damian’s face.
“While I doubt your present could be better than mine, there is no doubt it will be better received than Todd’s.” Damian says. Marinette snorts at the look on Jason’s face.
“Listen Demon Spawn, there’s this thing called humor. That’s what my gift had. I know you wouldn’t know anything about humor, so let me explain it to you.” He starts, and Marinette jumps in to cut him off before they can start arguing. It was Father’s Day, the least they could do is avoid fighting with each other for a couple more hours.
“And this one’s from me.” She says, passing him the present wrapped in Batman wrapping paper. She grins as Tim and Dick both laugh, not having seen it before now.
“I think Mari might win just ‘cause of the paper.” Tim admits, taking a large drink of his iced coffee that Marinette had picked up for him. She’d had to fight an akuma right before they started presents, so she’d stopped and got Tim coffee from the shop that he’d tried when they’d all been in Paris. She watches in anticipation as her dad carefully unwraps the box, opening it and pulling out the black suit jacket. He smiles at her.
“Did you make this? It’s amazing.” He says, and her brothers nod in agreement (though Damian does so reluctantly).
“Look at the inside of it.” She says, gesturing for him to unfold it. His eyebrow twitches, but he does as she says. She watches his face for the moment he spots it, and grins when his face drops into a wide smile. On the inside of the left side of the jacket, she’d added a breast pocket. It wasn’t really for anything though. Instead, it was so that she could embroider all of his children’s names in a way so that it would rest above his heart. The jacket also had tiny bat logos embroidered at the cuffs of the jacket. The thread was shiny and very dark so that it would barely show up against the black of the jacket. It had to be lit just right to see it, but as he tilted the jacket again, she knew he saw it. It had taken longer than suit jackets normally do for her, but it was because she knew that it had to be perfect. It was, after all, the first piece of clothing she’d made for her dad.
“It’s perfect, Marinette.” He says softly, running a hand over the names. She lets out a sigh of relief before smiling at him. Things were still a little rough, but they were so much better than they’d been the night of the Gala. She was glad that she had stayed, that she hadn’t ran like she had so badly wanted to.
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"greek-Bros: Battle of the Bands"
*Apollo, Hermes and Dionysus have decided to enter into a devine battle of the bands. Their most toughest competition is the Nordic gods....and they've realized they need a another member*
Apollo: *grumbles to himself about the rules of the competition*
Dionysus: come on man, it's ok, I know that being barred from doing multiple things for being TOO good at something is upsetting, but think about it, you playing the lyre and not being the lead singer isn't too bad.... I mean, I've been kicked out of plenty of brewing competitions.
Hermes: Didn't you get kicked out of your own wine contest?
Dionysus: *turns to hermes with an unamused face, than turns to apollo* ....... besides! I bet we can find a singer.
Apollo: I know, but I just don't want you guys to lose just because I'm not going to guarantee you guys winning.
Hermes: I understand dude, but you know we need a lead singer. I mean......I'm not up for it.... mostly because I'm already playing tambourine. And you, Dionysus, are playing bongos.
Dionysus: *dramatically plays the bongos*
Hermes: we got strings, percussions, the brass...so...we need a voice. *Off in the distance, Hermes hears Ares scream at the top of his lungs* ......... anyway, I would like to sug-*again hears Ares scream again* ......I want to suggest asking Ar-*Ares just starts breath loudly* OH MY GODS WHAT NOW?!?
Apollo, Dionysus, and Hermes: *all three brothers go to find Ares lifting dumbbells*
Ares: *lifts up and screams*
Apollo: ....Ares can you PLEASE keep it down? Must you scream like that?
Ares: *tosses the dumbbell over* what? Oh, I was working on lung day.
Dionysus: Lung day?
Ares: Lung day......what are you guys doing?
Hermes: ......one second. *Huddles Apollo and Dionysus* I think we have our voice.
Apollo: *whispers* Absolutely not! I will not have Ares's literally primal cries of death and destruction ruining the harmony of our instrument playing.
Dionysus: *whispers* Look I know man, but to be fair the rules are simple, if you're playing an instrument, you can't sing. That's the rules.
Ares: *sneaks in to over hear the convo and whispers* what are you guys talking about?
Apollo, Dionysus and Hermes: *all scream and lose like 10 years off their life spans*
*later*
Apollo: *after explaining the situation to ares* Ok, do you understand what you need to do?
Ares: yes. Scream.
Apollo: NO. You have to sing. It's like screaming...but with intent.
Dionysus: *has a bowl of fruit with Hermes sitting by his side* oh boy, a singing lesson.
Hermes: Yep. This is going to absolutely ruin our ear holes.
*later after failing to teach Ares to sing*
Apollo: *in a corner nearly ready to cry and couldn't believe he was going to lose to Balder and his musically challenged nordic brethren*
Ares: *looking at Apollo like a child who has no idea what he did* ........stop crying you're ugly when you cry.
Hermes: holyshit. He's actually worse than his son.
Dionysus: *finished his fruit bowl and is sleeping from boredom*
*later, The Bois meet up with Nordic gods*
Balder: Ah there you are Apollo! How are you doing this fine and glorious mornin? I can't wait to hear your band's performance!
Apollo: *not happy* ......... swimmingly.
Balder: Ah wonderful! I see your brothers are here.
Ares: *walks around, sees Tyr, waves to Tyr* HEY MAN!
Tyr: *was talking to Thor, looks at Ares and tries to pretends he's not there, but waves back with his missing hand*
Balder: Hohohoho, good luck out there friend!
Apollo: ....let's get on with it.
*later the Nordic gods (Comprising of Baldar, Thor, Tyr and Loki), decides to sing a cover of a beetles song, the judges of Odin, Freya, Zeus and Hera were impressed at best*
Apollo: oh noooooooooooooo they're good! Why did I agree to this?
Ares: ....pft. I can totally do better. *Still has no idea what he's doing*
Dionysus: dude we're fucked.
Hermes: *was writing a song* ok because Apollo is being a sad sack...here's a song I rewrote our song.
Apollo: Hermes why?!
Hermes: if we can't win with genuinely good catchy music....than we will DEFINITELY win with this. *Shows what basically is a greek version of a tenacious D song*
Apollo: .......oh wow now you've insulted me.
Dionysus: holyshit this is perfect.
Ares: woah...... DIONYSUS switch places with me. I can't invoke the level of epic this song requires. Not even me.
Dionysus: oh thank God yes.
Apollo: .....we could have switched?
Hermes: yeah..... except you and Baldar....for obvious reasons....I mean..if he opens his mouth life itself becomes puppies and rainbows and you are literally the god of music, instruments and the concept of art itself.
Apollo: Fine...that's fair.
*Dionysus takes up the mantle of lead singer, Apollo now switched to a bouzouki (greek guitar), and Hermes in now on the drums instead of bongos and Ares has a tambourine and dionysus basically sing "With Karate I will Kick Your Ass" by Tenacious D. Basically is the spiritual blueprint for Jack Black.
*The Norse Gods can't stop laughing at the song because it's just that silly while the judges are horrified*
*later*
Balder: *gives Apollo a good pat on the back* Well done pal! I can't believe you and your awesome brothers won! Congratulations!
Apollo: *forever dieing inside for being associated with the song*....
Dionysus: my gods....that was the greatest song ever.
Ares: so Hermes how did you write that?
Dionysus: yeah man, what inspired you to write this absolute masterpiece?
Hermes: ....ugh....
*literally a week ago*
Hermes: *has been running around looking for a girl he was dating until he found her cheating on him with Hermóðr (the norse messenger of the gods) *sheds a tear* ....no reason......fukn bastard
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Do you have any fluffy TD headcanons?
Hi Anon, I’m so sorry to disappoint but I’m literally the worst when it comes to headcanons. Like yes I have my own thoughts but they usually lead to fics and they change depending on my mood/ what my muse is vibing with. That being said so that I don’t completely suck, I can give you some specifically based off my own verses/ current mindset (also idk if you’re looking for a certain type of headcanon, I need some direction, my brain is all over the place 24/7)
First is def Trentney, if you follow me you know I’m trash for them. So def a solid brotp otp too cause I’m weak idk if you know Oh Wonder, but that kinda vibe is what I envision for them cause they would totally make music together
I’m p obsessed with TDR verse smol duncney, childhood friends to lover trope? Loves it forgive me C but kinda like in canon verse I always think of them losing contact and finding their way back to each other, of course lots of fond memories to look back on and realizing they’re the best suited for each other after going out and discoverying themselves
I also really enjoy the idea that the whole cast ends up all cool with each other and regularly hang out and stuff, like they’re all part of this club from the awfulness that was TD
I know lots of people have ideas of what Duncan’s job should be and while I totally agree with them!... I also kinda really dig the idea that he’s involved with the arts, whether it be through words or some sort of canvas. Like at first it starts off as a thing he did to express his emotions and of course he would hide it, but then he gets the support from (really whoever you can think of, but in my mind of course Courtney) to share it with the world even though it was something hidden for only him to see— until he shared it with Courtney in my case, but really anyone you see him having a strong bond with. And they encouraged and cherish it so much that he’s just like maybe I am good enough to show it off (I also have an idea of Duncan getting involved with law enforcement too, but that’s a whole different thing)
I also really am into the idea that TD wasn’t real, like it was all fake, but it became real, again duncney being like a real thing cause you can only pretend for so long until you catch feelings. Like the way their eyes soften at each other sharing secret glances that communicate a thousand words even tho it’s only been like half a second. Wanting to protect each other from the media cause they just don’t know the struggles of acting, sharing their burdens with each other knowing they would understand. The moment of holy shit I think I actually like this person who’s been such a constant support and how did I not see they were there all along and it being reciprocated, like they were always meant to crash together (and yea I’m a sucker for a pinning Duncan who is the first to get that woah, this is it man, like Courtney’s his one and only, but waiting for her to figure it out too cause it’s not cool to force feelings and self project, but like dude she’s totally into you too just she’s a bit slower to accept it)
Trentney somehow ends up having to raise a kid together (this is a fic idea that idk if I’ll ever get to write, but I want to cause it would self indulgent as fuck) and they’re like the best parents even tho they didn’t choose this life. Like Trent had a relatively normal ish childhood, but Courtney definitely didn’t, so at first she’s afraid she’s messing up, but like Trent doesn’t know what he’s doing either. Yea there are a few bumps, but they go through it together and find that they make great partners, literally had they been on the same team during TD it would’ve been over for the rest of the contestants. Anyways the kids ends up fine and loves their weird family dynamic and wouldn’t change it for the world
Love the idea of everyone shipping my otp (or your otp), so like the entire cast gets together to help push them together but like it only makes things more difficult until finally the otp is like look we appreciate the effort but we got this. And everyone is like clearly not cause why aren’t you together already!!
Ok this got longer than intended and it’s not even that great, shows you what’s goes on in my head cause I’m just always scrambling. And yea most of my things are about duncney or Trentney but they’re my ships so I can’t help it, I write romance fics for a reason
#Mars answers#duncney#Trentney#Anon if I didn’t answer to your liking my bad I can try again if you’d like?#srsly you guys out there doing headcanons that are coherent are literally awesome#I suck at them! they all become me rambling about fics ideas!#a glimpse into Mars and her never ending lists of WIPs
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Preordained IX
Pairing(s):Poly!BTSxOC, Sub!BTSxOC,
Warnings: Implied sexual situations, Mentions of sexual situations, implications of Dom/sub relationships.
Masterlist
“You cut the purple out of your hair! And you’re so tan!” Namjoon cooed, observing Zara through the laptop screen. Zara chuckled, looking at her own arms. They were indeed, far more tan than they had been two weeks beforehand, and she’d chopped the dead hair off her head days ago.
“That’s what happens when your parents move to Hawaii and decide to live by the beach instead of on-base.”
Namjoon’s lips split into a grin.
“We miss you,” he said.
Zara’s own lips turned up at the corners. “I miss you, too.”
They chatted for another hour, before Namjoon went quiet, biting his lip. Zara’s eyebrow rose, along with her anxiety.
“What?”
“Do you remember that video Jin-hyung posted to his youtube channel for the project? Of the singing?”
“Yeah?”
“Mr. Lee sent that clip around to an old friend who founded an Entertainment company called BigHit. We didn’t tell you because we didn’t think it would go anywhere, but...”
Zara’s eyebrows had completely disappeared into her hairline.
“But?”
“But he called Mr. Lee back and said he wanted to sign us to BigHit. As an Idol group.”
Namjoon watched the emotions pass over Zara’s face, and was more relieved than he’d like to admit when she settled on amusement and burst out laughing.
“Congratulations, but now I’m going to have to fight off a bunch of thirsty teens that want to sink their teeth into my Soulmates! And Yoongi? An Idol? Jesus, fuck.”
An indignant, “I heard that!” came from the background, and that sent Zara into another fit of laughter.
“BangPD-nim wants to have a meeting with you when you get home, Zara-ssi,” Namjoon said, which quelled Zara’s laughter. “About the Soulmate thing. Jin-hyung’s videos have all been made private already.”
“Ah,” Zara understood now, their hesitance to tell her their news earlier. Idols and boy bands, typically, ‘weren’t allowed,’ to have Soulmates, and if they did, than that Soulmate needed to remain hidden from the public. It wasn’t a very fair rule, and it was a rule that tended to put a lot of stress on relationships, but it was a rule that was intended to keep Soulmates safe.
In the case of Zara and the Seven, there was a bit of a wrench in that plan because of Jin’s YouTube project, which clearly pointed towards Zara being not just the Soulmate of Jin, but all of them. It made sense that their new manager would want to have a meeting with her to figure out what to do.
“Okay,” Zara agreed easily. “So tell me about this new boy band I’m going to have to listen to.”
Namjoon gave Zara a relieved smile and leaned forward.
“So, they’re calling us Bangtan Sonyeodan, BTS for short, and it means...”
xXx
Zara received a flurry of text messages the second she stepped off the airplane in Seoul. Mostly from Yoongi, who, in an All-Caps-Rage was telling her that the choreographers wouldn’t let them go from practice long enough to pick her up.
Zara snorted. Leave it to Yoongi to completely fly off the wall about something as trivial as picking her up from the airport. She’d already known before taking off in Honolulu that her Soulmates wouldn’t actually be there to pick her up from the airport, since Namjoon had been told the day before about the intense choreography lesson, and had told Zara about it. While it meant she didn’t get to see the boys right away, Zara wasn’t too upset by it. BigHit had even been kind enough to send her a ride.
The driver that had been sent, Gunwoo, was a perfect gentleman, putting Zara’s bags in the trunk and chatting with her as they drove. He asked her about school, she told him she wasn’t sure how much longer she’d actually go to school if the boys weren’t going anymore.
“Becoming a citizen won’t be a problem if your boys make it big,” Gunwoo said. Zara smiled.
“Ah, it won’t really be too difficult anyway. I’ve lived here for so long already.”
Gunwoo nodded his head, smiling slightly.
“Now, don’t be nervous about meeting BangPD,” he encouraged as they pulled into the underground parking structure. “He looks tough, but his bark is worse than his bite.”
Zara quirked an eyebrow, smirking. “Oh, I’m not worried about that, either.”
Gunwoo smiled back at her in the rear view mirror, pulling into a spot and letting Zara out. He led her through the building, stopping at the service desk to get Zara an access pass to get in, in the future. Then he brought her up to the top floor of the building, stopping at a door that read “Bang Si Hyuk,” on the nameplate.
“Just come back down to the lobby when you’re done, and I’ll take you anywhere you want to go.
And with those parting words, Gunwoo retreated.
Zara took a deep breath, turned to the door and knocked.
xXx
The silence had stretched on for nearly 20 minutes already, neither Bang Si Hyuk nor Zara willing to start the conversation or to break the staring contest.
Zara, confident despite her less than professional wardrobe of a gray hoodie and black leggings, had her ankle hooked on her knee and an arm propped on the back of the chair she sat on.
BangPD mirrored the posture opposite her, his white dress shirt crisp under his black blazer and tie.
This was a battle of Wills, and both were determined to win. They both knew what he wanted to ask her, but he wanted her to bring it up.
Zara glanced at her watch before raising one eyebrow, tilting her head and lacing her fingers together. BangPD shifted in his seat.
Intimidating men didn’t scare Zara. She could do this all day.
Finally, after another 10 minutes, BangPD cleared his throat.
“Underwood Zara-ssi, I’m aware of your unique situation with Bangtan Sonyeodan, however, those of us at BigHit think it would be beneficial for you to hide that connection from the public eye and separate yourself from the Boys as much as possible.”
“Mm,” Zara straightened her head again, but didn’t move from her lax position. “Hard no. Both of us know Yoongi’s little temper tantrum was a case of Soulmate Separation Syndrome. How is Tae doing? Behaving himself? How about Jungkook?” BangPD shifted in his seat again, but didn’t reply. “It’s been weeks since they’ve seen me, I’m sure they’re absolute joys the be around, all Seven of them.”
More silence. Zara smirked.
“Would you like to try again?”
He sighed. “It would still be best if your relationship with the boys was kept a secret, for everyone’s safety, but we could hire you on as staff in order to keep you close at hand. Kim Namjoon-ssi says you’re double majoring in Fine Arts and Psychology, and he said you have a knack for languages. That gives us a lot to work with; Makeup for music videos and concerts, counselling the Boys and staff, translating interviews if they make it big after their debut.”
“Keeps me busy, keeps me close.” Zara nodded. Power in the room had shifted to her, she was going to run with it. “Fine.”
BangPD relaxed back into his chair, sighing. He hadn’t told her this, of course he hadn’t, but whether or not the boys stayed on with the company depended on whether or not he and Zara came to an agreement. If she’d said she was out, all Seven of them would have walked out of the program.
“Understand, Zara-ssi, that cover stories only work for so long. Eventually fans will figure out the truth, and when they do, a whole lot of hate will be coming your way.”
“Bang Si Hyuk-ssi, I grew up surrounded by Soldiers and Drill Instructors. I can handle a lot.”
“Ah, Zara-ssi, I hope that’s true in the end.”
xXx
At first, the boys didn’t notice her standing at the door to the dorm that the Seven of them had been sharing, all of them sprawled out, resting or asleep, exhausted from training. From where she stood, she could see that it was a cramped space, barely large enough for two people to live comfortably, let alone Seven. She could see the kitchen, dining room and living room area easily from where she stood, and everything about it shouted disorganized chaos. Jin was probably losing his damn mind.
Still though, there were accents of her in the space already, despite having never been in the dorm. A few pairs of her shoes on the shoe rack, some of her blankets on the small couch, her winter jacket on a hook by the door. They even had a coconut scented candle burning, which made her smile.
When she had, had enough of just looking, she waved her second key card of the day through the air.
“They should be more careful who they hand these out to,” she said, and Jungkook’s head jerked up from the back of the couch, “some horny chick from Hawaii could walk in at any moment.”
Jungkook practically tripped over the half asleep Yoongi to get to Zara.
“Noona!” he dropped to his knees when he reached her and pressed his face into her stomach, arms wrapped around her legs.
“Kookie,” her hands found purchase in his hair, only prompting him to tug her closer.
Jimin was next, Jungkook’s body the only thing stopping him from plowing Zara over as he rushed to get his lips on hers.
“Noona,” he murmured, kissing her repeatedly. Then the rest reached them, and suddenly Zara was at the bottom of a dogpile.
“Fuck,” Yoongi’s voice was rough from sleep as he spoke directly into her ear as Namjoon kissed her next. “Fuck, I missed you so much.”
“I missed you too,” Zara grabbed his hair and yanked him into a kiss as well. She felt Hoseok maneuver himself between her thighs.
Taehyung tore Zara’s t-shirt over her head, planting his lips on her collarbone.
For the next several moments, there were hands and lips everywhere as they all recovered from the Separation Syndrome.
Afterwards, Zara cuddled into Jin’s chest, and the rest of her Soulmates found some way to snuggle into her. She was gently scratching her nails over Yoongi’s scalp, almost making him purr.
“As absolutely fucking glorious as this is, we should probably talk shop,” Zara said. She felt Jungkook nod against her right thigh.
“We’re not dropping out of University yet,” he said, attempting to snuggle even closer. “But they wanted us to stick together so they moved us into this dorm. There’s lots of bunk beds in one of the bedrooms, but we left the other bedroom open for you.”
“For me?”
“Mmm,” Taehyung replied against her stomach. “We kind of wanted you to stay with us, if you wanted to. If not all the time, than maybe just every once in a while?”
Zara’s eyes flashed again over the small, cramped space, to her stuff scattered around the dorm. They had wanted her with them so badly while she was gone that they had filled their home with things that reminded them of her, possibly at the risk of not having enough room for themselves.
“What about Ji-yoo?” Zara asked, “Did anyone see if she was okay with you guys stealing her roommate?”
“I did,” Hoseok grinned at her, “she said if you didn’t text her and tell her about all the wild sex we have alone in this dorm than she was going to hunt you down and strangle you.”
Zara’s lips tilted into a smirk.
“That's approval,” she said. “Okay, I’ll move in with you. Now let’s see about making some space in here.”
Zara knew it was the right answer when Yoongi’s arms tightened around her.
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nanoha vivid liveblog: episode 9
We left off in the opening rounds of the competition, with Vivio and Miura slated to fight each other at some point.
The other belkan girls!
I think I remember them being friends
Soft music and slow-mo here, as we get our first look at sieglinde’s eyes
... which are entirely ordinary
huh, i was kinda expecting more heterochromia
… RIGHT SHE HAD A DUMB NICKNAME
THEY BOTH DID
look I know youre overdramatic teenagers but I promise you giving yourselves nicknames about how good you are at fighting doesn’t actually make you seem good at fighting
also, i like to imagine that victoria’s been trying to get people to call her victor for most of her life, and sieglinde is the only one who will. victoria gave her her own nickname in thanks, and sieglinde was so happy about having a friend to give her a nickname that she didn’t care about the theme
have you considered losing the waist long twintails?
awwwww
weirdly wholesome considering the subject matter
who’s this boss? Presumably one of the other competitors we’ve seen, and I’m guessing harry as the only one who runs a thing (as well as one of the only returning successful contestants)
please tell me she didn’t pick that nickname/title herself
theyre cute together
and sieglinde pulls her hood back on as soon as more people arrive
i guess i shouldn’t be surprised that the ojou and the delinquent dont get along
at least it looks like it runs both ways
i really do like this dynamic of harry and victoria constantly trying to fight, and meanwhile sieglinde’s just there in the background trying to calm down her friends
oh hey the last unintroduced girl from the op! presumably she’s a returning fighter considering she seems pretty familiar with the others
… I can’t tell if “violator restraints rule master” is one skill, two skills, her job, or her personality
would they be wrong?
let the fangirling commence!
oh gods shes trying to hide behind that popcorn
it is very much not working
i feel like this scene should be one of those draw the squad memes
also, these four are great together, more scenes with them please
I do like how in the returning champions we’re presented with three people who all hate each other, and then one person who they all like. it’s a good setup for comedy and shipping
awwww, even while being shy, she’s still nice to einhart
come to think of it, i wonder if she also has memories of belka, and if so does she recognize einhart
sdjklaghklfaghlj
those chains were completely ineffective i guess
i like to think that harry and victoria didnt break out immediately because they didnt want to hurt els’ feelings
gods
els is extremely indignant and harry is just having a good tiem
okay that’s cool, they edited the OP now that we’ve seen sieglinde with her hood down
how do these two know each other? I mean I’ll believe it, but I’m curious now.
so what were the fights we saw last episode?
I guess prelims for the qualifiers? Which explains how some people are seeded already
this tournament sure has a sense of the dramatic
she is actually a rule master school president
and brought her council with her i guess
OH THIS IS THE PERFECT MATCHUP
I mean, I would take harry fighting just about anyone, but this is an excellent clash of anime character archetypes
The fact that there is canonically Japanese immigration to midchilda is one of the weirdest things about this setting to me. I mean, Nanoha and Hayate just moving to another planet with magic and magitek and spaceships is weird enough, but Subaru’s family immigrated generations back. How the fuck did that go? Can you imagine being a random Japanese peasant circa the 1700s and then suddenly you’re on a different world that has magic and also computers.
oh gods
she looks so happy and i love her but her nickname is so stupid
and thats saying a lot considering the competition
extremely on brand
… that is the most “go ahead please” face I have ever seen
and theeeeres the competition making an abrupt return
i mean, she could still totally call you that even if you win
“tension”
i dont know if she planned it in advance, but letting harry see and underestimate her power beforehand was pretty smart
A ranged attack?
OR NOT I GUESS
she just... blew up her own arm
That’s kinda clever. And also really metal.
WHAT THE LITERAL FUCK HARRY
Thank you for the reasonable reaction
the kind of attack name you expect from a girl called buster head
Well that was fast
Oh okay they have a set time to get back in the ring. makes sense considering how easy it is for a lot of them to send people flying
nove suddenly has competition as the best punchy redhead in this show
shes so good
…you entered a martial arts competition without looking up the injury rules
I’M STARTING TO AGREE WITH ALL THE NUNS WHO DIDN’T THINK YOU WERE MATURE ENOUGH TO ENTER
i cant decide if this is smart and practical or really creepy
that is some powerful simulation
Idk if it’s just saving on fight animation, but while their powers are cool, the actual fighting technique doesn’t seem equal to what we’ve seen from vivio and einhart
gods
please get hurt less
where did that bandaid come from?!
~tempting faaaate~
SHES BITING THROUGH CHAIN?!!!
Oh no wait shes pulling on it with her teeth
That’s… more reasonable, I guess?
Still fucking badass
this is gonna be brutal
yup.
also, anime nosebleed
awwww
i love harry’s emotionally supportive girl gang
PLEASE REMEMBER THAT YOU HURT YOURSELF
this idiot
For some mysterious totally not screen-time related reason
That said, I do like them establishing that vivio&co are unusually talented even by this competition’s standards. I’d have a hard time buying that there are that many fighters on their caliber in the tournament
because as is well known the inter-middle tournament involves fighting buses
she’s just from a completely different samurai anime than everyone else
magic infused or something?
...no
Oh fuck.
Okay, scary sword girl vs. the wolkenritter’s student
…and whichever of them wins, vivio still has to fight
I feel like I have a lot in common with this announcer man
Is this like a general shyness thing, or an actual issue, or something minor that you’ve made into an actual issue…?
come to think of it, she mentioned leaving the tournament a year ago before she could fight victoria. did she also skip out on fighting mica? or was something in her fight with mica why she left
also, kudos to micaiah for having a sensible nickname
call and...
... response
the purpose of having a gang is to force your friends to be supportive of each other
How many times do you think vita’s gotten mistaken for a contestant? Actually, how many times do you think she’s got asked if she’s old enough to compete?
aww
in nanoha terms, i’m pretty sure this counts as a love confession
Oh yeah, vivio&co have a personal connection to both contestants. That’s gotta be awkward
Also, does everyone bring an entourage to this tournament?
Actually, considering zafira and vita are there, it looks like you get a couple helpers (which I think is a thing in actual fighing tournaments), and presumably most people have a coach or friend or parent, we just happen to have seen a bunch of fighters with minions
~tempting faaaate~
Okay, I get the whole “magic doesnt cause actual injuries, we just simulate them” but like micaiah isn’t using magic. That’s a real sword.
Well that’s a hell of a lot of damage from one attack. I don’t think Miura can afford to be hit again at all.
I mean, I don’t know about her but I’m definitely thinking that
haven’t mentioned this before, but miura’s outfit with the heavy shinguards is really cool and well-suited to her fighting style
pot meet kettle
miura backstory! and yeah, this makes a lot of sense. she’s very cheerful, but the way she’s nervous all the time and latches onto team nakajima so quickly makes her seem pretty isolated form her peers
and here we can see a demonstration of why carrying swords of different lengths is useful. Miura’s within the reach of Mica’s longer sword, so she switches to the shorter one to drive her back
fancy kick coming up!
Sword draw? Since she doesn’t seem to have one, I’m guessing it’s a kick that uses similar principles. Now the question is, is Miura’s secret weapon a technique that happens to be similar in principle to Mica’s fighting style, or is it a copying technique?
1) this is a very pretty shot
2) it would be really funny if instead of powering up her own sword draw, mica just ran over there and stabbed miura before she can power up the breaker
Didn’t seem to do a whole lot of damage for a special move
Oh ok, she can keep kicking like that for a while
Disadvantage of using a weapon: it can be broken
its pretty interesting that the show sets up various rematches and rivalries and thematic fights that can’t all happen by the design of the tournament. it makes the fights a lot more suspenseful when there would be plot and character reasons for either side to win
...remember what i said about how wanting to fight people in nanoha is basically a love confession?
#magical girl lyrical nanoha vivid#nanoha vivid#nanoha vivid liveblog#magical girl lyrical nanoha#vivid#mahou shoujo lyrical nanoha#long post
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Diabolik Idols
Mun!Sora: This is exactly what it sounds like, except like hardly any of these are actual idols by definition but I don’t give a fuck.
♥ Shuu Sakamaki
Shuu has been raised for the theater, ever since he was old enough to pick up an instrument and almost every waking moment of his life. His mother ensured it. He’s arguably the most famous violinist this side of the world, with a talent for piano and chello, as well; but, his secret is that he has no care for any of it - the fame, the glamour, the money. He didn’t choose this life. It was forced upon him. His passion for music may be strong, but he could care less of the opinions of the masses.
IF YOU PICK HIM: Shuu definitely does not think you’re worth his time. In fact, he thinks you’re a talentless loser; however, just like everything else, your apprenticeship is forced upon him. He doesn’t want to admit it, but, with time, your presence rekindles the passion he possesses for music. You, unlike the others, feel the emotions he puts into his music. Of course, he doesn’t intend to admit this to you. Maybe, you’ll uncover the dark secrets of his melancholy.
♥ Reiji Sakamaki
All Reiji ever wanted was to play music for a crowd, and to hear their cheers of joy and thundering applause. But, his mother never allowed him a chance to shine. Rather, he was forced to be Shuu’s manager, to guide him along, ensure he made it to performances on time, and that all his shows were completely booked. He’s good at it, good enough to make everyone believe he wants nothing more. After more than a decade of keeping his passion a secret, he’s become sorrowfully accustomed to living in the shadows of his brother.
IF YOU PICK HIM: When you pick Reiji, you expect a very simple apprenticeship; he’s going to teach you how to be a manager. He’s a very diligent teacher, albeit a rude one. He teaches you the basics, of course; but, he also teaches you things you never considered - knowledge that will guarantee your success. Then, one night, you accidentally stumble upon him playing a hand crafted chello. His performance is breathtaking, unlike anything you’ve ever seen before. Maybe, you, and only you, can help him step into the spotlight for the first time.
♥ Ayato Sakamaki
If you asked Ayato Sakamaki why he decided to give up basketball to pursue an idol career... Well, frankly, he just felt like it. He’s got the looks, the voice, and the dedication... not to mention quite the god complex. Girls can’t help but throw themselves at his feet; yet, none of it is good enough for him. He has money, fame, and all he could ever want, right at his fingertips. There’s something missing, but he has no idea what it is.
IF YOU PICK HIM: Ayato is certain that what he’s missing is an award, something to bring him to the next level; so, why not the King of Idol’s award? Of course, that means he needs a queen. Well, you’ll just have to do, even though you’re a flat chested moron. Every waking moment is spent preparing for the contest. The two of you need to be in flawless harmony, even if he finds your singing quite detestable... or, so he claims. As the days go on and the competition grows closer, you can’t help but wonder if his insistence is still only for the contest.
♥ Kanato Sakamaki
The world doesn’t know Kanato Sakamaki. They know Kana, leader of the lolita fashion world, gothic pop icon... and a girl. Kanato is the spitting image of his mother, except for the fact that he’s a boy. His mother was a legendary fashion icon for the majority of her life, but never had a daughter to follow in her footsteps. Kanato, however, eager to please her, was willing to live a double life, only allowed to be himself when the curtains closed.
IF YOU PICK HIM: When you pick Kana, you’re definitely not expecting her secret... until you accidentally expose it to the world. Kanato absolutely loaths you, and even contemplates hiring a hitman. Unfortunately, his mother disapproves of this idea. Your temporary partnership was supposed to sky rocket his fame, not completely annihilate it... that is, until Kanato realizes that your mistake has freed him from the constricting shackles of a fake existance. Together, you help him realize he can still be Kana... but he can also be himself.
♥ Laito Sakamaki
A well known pianist, who specializes in slow, romantic songs, and also sings whilst he plays, Laito’s music is a favorite in five star restaurants and elegant clubs. His performances are known to be breathtaking, accompanied with fresh roses and dancers. As he might say, “I may not be an actor; but, I am one for... dramatics.” His infamous reputation is that he never goes home alone: a playboy, by day and by night, who’s captured many’a’hearts. Even those who don’t know his name know his work or have heard his voice.
IF YOU PICK HIM: Laito doesn’t take apprentices. He doesn’t have time to teach someone the ways of the piano. But, as a fellow pianist and singer, Laito sees you more as competition, or a means to an end. That alone is the reason he agrees to do some duets with you. But, he finds himself unable to refuse you time and time again. There’s a loneliness to him, ever present in his eyes, that you simply can’t look past. Beyond the glamour, his frequent attempts to woo you, and playful flirting, you see something more... so much more.
♥ Subaru Sakamaki
If you called him an idol, he would scoff at you in disgust. That annoying blonde dude in the pink is an idol. Subaru plays guitar and sings rock and metal, and is the founder and core of White Rose. He doesn’t dance or throw flowers to the crowd. All of his songs are of his own making, originals birthed from his experiences, his suffering, his passions. They’re hardcore, angsty, and occasionally emotional and heartfelt. Yet, Subaru is cold, distant, and definitely not the kind to associate with his fans, or other musicians. He has the reputation for being an unobtainable bad boy.
IF YOU PICK HIM: He definitely does not want to do a duet with you; his manager can kiss his ass. But, if he doesn’t, he’ll lose his record deal. Fuck. Subaru agrees... quite unwillingly, and somehow manages to drag himself to practice. He doesn’t care for the way you sing, or so he says. Your guitar skills are mediocre at best, or so he says. You obviously don’t understand the meaning behind his lyrics... Or, maybe you do, and he just hasn’t noticed yet.
♥ Ruki Mukami
There is no jazz club this side of the world that doesn’t play Ruki’s music on a regular basis. He’s almost a legend, able to capture smooth blues and even the rolling, almost rock’n’roll aspects of jazz. He’s also a favorite in casinos. However, Ruki rarely performs live. He’s a busy man with a reputation to uphold. But, spending little time in the spotlight has greatly diminished his fame. He’s ready to make a comeback... a proper one.
IF YOU PICK HIM: You’re a means to an end, something Ruki makes very clear when he agrees to partner up with you. You’re a very talented jazz singer, though you’re nowhere near Ruki’s level. He likes that, actually; it means you won’t outshine him. But, somewhere along then way, Ruki finds himself not caring when you do outshine him. He flinches away when you accidentally touch him, and loath you calling him anything other than Mr. Mukami. But, you can’t help but wonder what he’s hiding behind those mahogany eyes.
♥ Kou Mukami
He’s been famous his entire life, beginning as a child actor in plays and dabbling in small television roles. Now, he’s an idol, in every sense of the word: music, dancing, fashion, you name it. He’s also self-proclaimed best friend to the lead singer and guitarist of White Rose, though the silver-haired boy denies it. Kou is well adjusted to this life: fame, fortune, money, and literally crawling with women. However, deep down, it doesn’t matter to him, at all. It’s a means to an end, and something to keep himself entertained.
IF YOU PICK HIM: To the outside world, Kou is flirtatious and sweet, generous, even. When you choose him, you’re partnered up for a modeling campaign that’ll involve ads, live dance routines, and even a fabricated romance. “Love sells, kitten,” as he put it. Kou is demanding, with high expectations. He expects you to always look your best, especially if you want to be famous by the end of it. But, at some point, the attention he gives you, the fake dates, and the extravagant romantic gestures, doesn’t seem to be just for the camera anymore.
♥ Yuma Mukami
Since when does one of the world’s best mixed martial arts champions become a musician on the side? Well, it all started when he agreed to sing at one of Ruki’s jazz clubs. The rest is history. Yuma doesn’t consider himself famous; but, he’s a favorite at local clubs and elite bars. He doesn’t really care for it, though. It’s simply something more carefree to do between championships and training. Besides, it’s an easy way to meet ladies who don’t expect him to stick around.
IF YOU PICK HIM: You expected to be Ruki’s associate; yet, somehow, you ended up as Yuma’s... slave. Well, that’s an exaggeration, honestly. But, you expected to get a chance to perform, to play, to sing, not be stuck scheduling and assisting this guy. You stick around, however, hoping the opportunity will come around. Yuma sees your longing for the stage, but expects you to prove your worth it before he’ll give it to you.
♥ Azusa Mukami
Azusa started small, playing his ukulele and ocarina at dive bars and the corners of popular tourist attractions. He got the opportunity to play on the radio and was picked up by a talent agency. One year later, Azusa is making record deals and modeling for boho clothing lines. He’s known for being humble, always wearing T-shirts that show off scars from the days when he was homeless, a past that he keeps well hidden, from everyone, including his agent.
IF YOU PICK HIM: It was actually Azusa’s vocal coach that put him up to this. A duet that would finally get him on the top charts and introduce you into the spotlight... if only it were that simple. He’s never written a duet before, and your presence only seems to make it worse. You’re just likely everybody else - you couldn’t possibly understand his music... It’s not just about the duet anymore, but proving to Azusa that you’re not like everyone else.
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Hi Lis! I know you used to do fic recs based on playlists/albums and I know this is a big request buuuut could you do one based off of your H&L Playlist? You're the best!
My H&L Playlist Fic Rec
God Only Knows by The Beach Boys
If you should ever leave meThough life would still go on, believe meThe world could show nothing to meSo what good would livin’ do meGod only knows what I’d be without you
These Inconvenient Fireworks : Future AU in which nobody tries out for X Factor but the boys end up finding one other eventually anyway. Louis is a jaded bastard who owns a cat named Duchess and teaches drama to teenagers, Harry is an idealistic aspiring photographer/part-time footy coach, Zayn teaches English lit and wears leather jackets, Liam saves people from burning buildings, and Niall is Niall.
Pretty Boy by Young Galaxy
When we were lostWe found each otherAnd headed sightless for the cityWe had no wayMisfit and stray
Atlas At Last : He doesn’t know what he had been expecting out of the road trip itself besides burping contests and too much shitty gas station food with Oli and Stan, but in the brief moment before Harry ambles up his driveway, Louis idly wonders if this is about to become some sort of Gay Coming of Age story.Maine to California in ten days. In which Zayn’s an open-shirt hippie they meet somewhere in Ohio, Liam’s the pastor’s son running away from home, and Niall’s the number they call on the bathroom wall.It’s 1978. Harry and Louis are just trying to get to San Fran in time for the Queen concert.
Baby I’m Yours by Arctic Monkeys
And I’ll be yours until the stars fall from the sky
Through Struggles, To The Stars : Louis is a Starfleet captain trying to find his place in the universe. Harry is a prince just trying to do what’s right. A Star Trek-inspired AU.
Here Comes The Sun by The Beatles
Little darling, it’s been a long cold lonely winterLittle darling, it feels like years since it’s been hereHere comes the sun, here comes the sunAnd I say it’s all right
Turning Page : Harry Styles tries to get lost in a place he’s never been. Louis Tomlinson has been perfecting the art of being lost for years. What they don’t expect to find is each other.
This Magic Moment by The Drifters
And then it happened, it took me by surprise
Hiding Place : Louis never wanted a soulmate, didn’t really care for the whole Bonding thing at all, really. Enter Harry Styles, who’s wanted to be Bonded for as long as he could remember. With one fateful meeting in an X Factor bathroom, Louis gets a dagger on his arm and the realization that just because Harry is his soulmate doesn’t mean it’s mutual.From the X Factor house to Madison Square Garden, from the Fountain Studios stage to stadiums across the world, Louis has to learn to love without losing himself completely, because someday his best friend will Bond to someone and replace Louis as the center of his universe.
Wouldn’t It Be Nice by The Beach Boys
Wouldn’t it be nice if we could wake upIn the morning when the day is new?And after having spent the day togetherHold each other close the whole night through
My Heart Is Beating For This Moment In Time : When Louis first saw Harry at the 2010 X Factor Auditions, he thought he was watching a peculiarly special stranger. But Harry has known Louis ever since he was five years old.Because Louis has a rare genetic disorder that causes him to Time Travel to important moments in his past and in his future - and to Harry, always to Harry. When they’re put into a band together, it seems like everything Harry has been waiting and wishing for has finally come true. Except for the small fact that Louis doesn’t know that Harry is in love with him- that Harry’s always been in love with him. Fate, it would seem, is just getting started.A story about growing up and growing together, and the impossible love that makes it all worthwhile.
I’m A King Bee by The Rolling Stones
Well I’m a king bee Buzzing around your hive
Wear It Like A Crown : AU. As part of a team of fixers hired to handle a gay scandal in Buckingham Palace, Louis expects Prince Harry to be a lot of things—most notably a royally spoilt brat. Never mind that the very same Prince Harry used to star in quite a number of Louis’ teenage fantasies.
Satellite by Gustar
Always the first star that I find
Relief Next To Me : AU. What happens when a baker and a graphic designer meet via a very specific Craigslist post? Fate, friendship, food, and maybe more.
Leather And Lace by Stevie Nicks, Don Henley
Give to me your leatherTake from me my lace
Baby Heaven’s In Your Eyes : Or a sixth form!AU where Harry is the fucked up bad boy with too many problems, Louis is the perfect rich boy with too much money and their schools are right across from each other. They meet at a party and that’s the last (and maybe the only) thing they need.
You’ve Got To Hide Your Love Away by The Beatles
And I hear them sayHey you’ve got to hide your love away
Butterfly Gun : Harry has never been much of a fighter, but—as always—where Louis Tomlinson is concerned, a lot of things stop being true.1940’s AU. Even after six years apart, they can’t forget their shared wartime childhood.
Flightless Bird, American Mouth by Iron & Wine
Stole me a dog eared mapAnd called for you everywhere
Have I found you?Flightless bird, jealous, weepingOr lost you?
Finding Lou : Louis is the nomadic stranger who wanders into Harry’s bookstore. Harry is the skeptic who falls for him.
See You Again by Elle King
You were standing thereFire in your eyesAs you held me inSaid, “Sorry, I didn’t write”
The Melody You Never Heard : The one where Harry gets roped into a four-day camping trip with the boy who kissed him and never called back.
I Wanna Be Yours by Arctic Monkeys
Secrets I have held in my heartAre harder to hide than I thoughtMaybe I just wanna be yours
Like an Endless Summer : Louis is a riding instructor at a summer camp, and Harry is a fellow counselor who he’s been successfully managing his crush on for the last two summers. That is, until Harry shows up this year leveled up and lethal, and all Louis’s formerly perfected veneer of nonchalance melts like a popsicle in the sun.
Can’t Help Falling In Love by Elvis Presley
Wise men say only fools rush inBut I can’t help falling in love with you
The Afterlife Fic : After dying in an accident, Louis Tomlinson arrives in the Afterlife. Not Heaven and not Hell, Louis finds himself in Judgment City UK: a pristine city where the food and entertainment are divine and the newly departed must undergo a Review of their life on Earth to determine if they have lived a life worthy of advancement in the universe, or if they must be returned to Earth to be born again in a new body.On his first full day in the Afterlife, Louis meets Harry Styles, and the two have an instant connection. Over the course of their Reviews, they fall in love and begin to find that even though they didn’t know each other on Earth, they are nonetheless linked to one another in perfect ways. Both are hoping to move ahead in the universe together, but they are challenged with the threat of separation if one or both of them is sent back to Earth to be born again.
Work Song by Hozier
Boys workin’ on emptyIs that the kind'a way to face the burning heat?I just think about my babyI’m so full of love I could barely eat
Been Together Since Way Back When : Louis Tomlinson is a law student with a simple but effective four step plan: 1. Finish law school. 2. Get hired somewhere awesome. 3. Marry his best friend and boyfriend of two years, Harry. 4. Live happily ever after. Harry Styles doesn’t know what he wants to do with his life, where he wants to go, who he wants to be, or if he even wants the college degree he’s almost completed. All he does know is who he’ll be with forever, as long as Louis wants to keep him around. Or: the painfully realistic college au where everyone’s poor, lovesick, tired of school, terrified of the future, and still having the greatest times of their lives.
Lay Me Down by Sam Smith
Yes I do, I believeThat one day I will be, where I wasRight there, right next to you
Emperor’s New Clothes : Harry’s a pop star and Louis isn’t, and there’s a non-disclosure agreement where there used to be a relationship.
Like A Prayer by Madonna
When you call my nameIt’s like a little prayerI’m down on my kneesI want to take you thereIn the midnight hourI can feel your powerJust like a prayerYou know I’ll take you there
Shake Me Down : Harry’s new to college, fresh out of Catholic school and conversion therapy camp, and Louis runs the campus LGBTQIA organization.
You Make Loving Fun by Fleetwood Mac
I never did believe in miraclesBut I’ve a feeling it’s time to try
This Wicked Game : An AU in which The Bachelor is gay, Louis is a contestant, Harry is the bachelor, everyone drinks a lot of champagne, the entire world gets to watch them fall in love, and no one plays by the rules.
English Rose by Ed Sheeran
I spend my daysJust travelling and playing showsBut my heart still beats For my home and my English rose
Never Be : The one where Harry Styles moves to Connecticut from England for nine months as a part of a study abroad program, and he just so happens to move in with Louis Tomlinson and family.
Gone, Gone, Gone by Phillip Phillips
Baby I’m not moving onI love you long after you’re gone
Through Eerie Chaos : For as long as anyone can remember, Old Hillsbridge Manor has always been believed to be haunted. Everyone in the village agrees and keeps a respectful, fearful, distance. New in town after a bad breakup and an internship that led to disappointment rather than a permanent job, Harry Styles figures taking pictures of the decrepit building could be a great new creative project. Or at least a much-needed distraction while he searches for a job and crashes at his parents’ new house. No one warned him about the apparitions though; about the music, the laughter, the people who flicker and vanish when you call after them, the echoes of a past that should be long gone… Harry has never believed in spirits but even he can admit that there’s something weird going on. What starts as mere curiosity evolves into a full-blown investigation and soon enough, Harry finds himself making friends with an aristocrat from the 1920s and struggling with finding the best way to tell him that he’s dead.
Sweetest Devotion by Adele
The way I’m running with you honeyMeans we can break every lawI find it funny that you’re the onlyOne I never looked for
The King of Spades : Undercover Metropolitan Police officer DC Louis Tomlinson has worked his way up the ranks of a prominent London crime family without raising suspicion, but when he finds himself pitted against a rising crime boss with a police background and a favoured employee by the name of Harry Styles, everything starts to unravel. Finding himself in the middle of an escalating war between two bosses whose bad blood runs deep into a violent past, Louis has to be even more careful where he steps in case his big secret catches up to him – and if it does, he knows he won’t survive it.Not to mention he’s falling for someone he can’t have – whose earnestness and honesty is a bright spot in a dark world – he can’t sleep because his nightmares haunt him and he’s in way over his head, but it’s just a game, always just a game, and if Louis plays his cards right he might just make it out alive.
Dear Prudence by The Beatles
The wind is low the birds will singThat you are part of everythingDear Prudence won’t you open up your eyes?
Young & Beautiful : Louis, to his horror, attends an elitist university in which the name Zayn Malik means something, Niall Horan doesn’t stop talking, there are pianos everywhere, and Harry Styles, only son of a drug-addled, clinically insane ex-rocker, has a perfect smile and empty eyes.
Tiny Dancer by Elton John
But oh how it feels so realLying here with no one near
Never Gonna Dance Again : Louis is a spy and Harry is a dancer. The only real thing they know is each other.
Just A Little Bit Of Your Heart by Ariana Grande
I know I’m not your onlyBut I’ll still be a fool‘Cause I’m a fool for you
Red Brick Heart : Uni AU. Harry had turned up at the halls of residence expecting fun, new friends, and maybe a life experience or two. What he doesn’t expect is a surprise roommate who’s loud and dramatic and obsessed with tea and is maybe, actually, all he’s ever wanted.
Secret Love Song, Pt. II by Little Mix
We keep behind closed doorsEvery time I see you, I die a little more
Don’t Look Down : AU. In which Louis is a solicitor at one of London’s most prestigious law firms and Harry happens to apply for the position as his trainee. And everyone else is around, too.
Please, Please, Please Let Me Get What I Want by The Smiths
Good time for a changeSee, the luck I’ve hadCan make a good manTurn bad
Hush : Au where small towns suck, Louis is losing it, and Harry’s just too perfect.
Rubik’s Cube by Athlete
The world is too heavyToo big for my shouldersCome take this weight off me now
Where Your Heart Is: Louis is ready for his brand new adventure. So what if he suffers from a genetic condition that prevents him from being touched? College is going to be awesome. It has to. Karma kind of owes him right now. Forget about his overprotective mother, or Liam– his entirely too chipper step brother– or his mess of a roommate. Forget about the gloves he has to wear at all times. He’s here to expand his knowledge, write and drown himself in books – No matter how distracting ‘Hallway Boy’ may be– The obnoxious, flirty frat wannabe determined to become the bane of Louis’ existence.
Running Back To You by For The Foxes
Hey, old lover, when you fall asleepThere’s a piece of you in every song I singWhere your childhood runs wild and freeWithout me
Empty Skies : For three years, Harry has been running from his past. Now, he is moving to London and pledges to fulfil his only dream – making it big in the music industry. Not everyone has a place, though, and the competition is tough. As is his past catching up on him.Louis is part of the biggest boy band of the world, and getting there had meant a lot of hard work, as well as sacrificing parts of his heart and soul. He’s still happy. Maybe not as happy as he could be, but who is he to complain?
Miss You by The Rolling Stones
I’ve been holding out so longI’ve been sleeping all alone
Here In The Afterglow : 1970’s AU. In a tiny town in Idaho, Louis’ life is changed forever by the arrival of a curious stranger.
I’ve Just Seen A Face by Jim Sturgess
I’ve just seen a face,I can’t forget the time or placeWhere we just met
Nameless Night : For their 18th birthday, every person receives a letter that reads a simple date. That is the date you’ll meet your soulmate. Harry and Louis have different beliefs, live in different worlds and have different dreams, hopes and fears. Yet, they’re not so different from each other when it comes to love. When their paths cross, there is no doubt they belong together. Except for that one, essential difference: they didn’t receive the same date.
I Melt With You by Modern English
I’ll stop the world and melt with you You’ve seen the difference and it’s getting better all the time There’s nothing you and I won’t do
Outwit, Outplay, Outlast : A Survivor All-Stars AU in which Harry and Louis are just in this game to win the million dollars, but they end up with something better.
Sweet Disposition by Temper Trap
So stay there'Cause I’ll be coming overAnd while our blood’s still youngIt’s so young, it runsAnd won’t stop 'til it’s overWon’t stop to surrender
Soft Hands, Fast Feet, Can’t Lose : American Uni AU. Harry Styles is a frat boy football star from the wealthy Styles Family athletic dynasty. A celebrity among football fans, he knows how to play, he knows how to party, and he knows how to fuck (all of which is well known among his legion of admirers).Louis Tomlinson is a student and an athlete, but his similarities to Harry end there. Intelligent, focused, independent, and completely uninterested in Harry’s charms, Louis is an anomaly in a world ruled by football. A bet about the pair, who might be more similar than they originally thought, brings them together. Shakespeare, ballet, Disney, football, library chats, running, accidental spooning, Daredevil and Domino’s Pizza all blend into one big friendship Frappucino, but who will win in the end?
Personal Jesus by Depeche Mode
Someone to hear your prayersSomeone who caresYour own personal Jesus
Escapade : In the grand scheme of things, finding a date for a wedding should be no problem for Louis Tomlinson. He’s rich. He’s handsome. He’s reasonably well behaved. But when the wedding is for his lifelong best friend (and former boyfriend), and is happening in under a month, finding a date for the ceremony and accompanying festivities becomes more of an adventure than he ever could have planned for.
Take On Me by A-ha
Take me on, (take on me)I’ll be goneIn a day or two
Wild and Unruly: Harry is a cowboy sitting on the biggest oil reservoir in Wyoming, and Louis is the paralegal assigned to pressure him into selling his land.
Bloodstream by Transviolet
Outlaw love, make you lose control
Wanted Most : Louis Tomlinson is a thief, and a damn good one at that. Most have heard of him. Most don’t understand him. And Harry Styles is the FBI agent who can never seem to catch him.
Boys by Charli XCX
Head is spinning thinking 'bout boys
Wings to Break Your Fall : Strip club AU. Harry’s work and family are keeping him busy. He really isn’t looking for a relationship, doesn’t want one. He just wants Louis. Problem is, Louis has other plans.
Closer by Tegan and Sara
Here comes the breath before we get a little bit closerHere comes the rush before we touch, come a little closer
The Night Sky is Changing Overhead : Harry is a tattoo artist, Louis is a drama professor, and they meet during an argument at a café.
Electric Love by BORNS
Baby you’re like lightning in a bottleI can’t let you go now that I got it
Pillow Talk : When Harry starts having confusing feelings for a male classmate, his sister’s best friend, Louis, helps him figure himself out. Cue lots of kissing, sex, and falling in love.
Safe And Sound by Capital Cities
I could show you loveIn a tidal wave of mysteryYou’ll still be standing next to me
Adore You : Against his wishes, Harry spends the holidays at his family’s summer estate, and is reluctantly pulled into a courtship he didn’t ask for. Harry doesn’t want to get married, but Louis does. They don’t fit, but then again they really, really do. Vaguely set in the 1920’s. Headpieces, jazz, fashionable canes, and flapper dresses, and that.
Fashion by The Royal Concept
'Cause I love the way you wear on meAnd your fashion is so wild and freeHoney, lovin’ you ain’t easy,But I’m not gonna leave you, no, noSo, baby, put your dope-ass crazy fashion on me
A Million Roses (Bathed In Rock N Roll) : Harry sings in smoky dive bars; Louis misses his flight home. they go to coney island in the morning.
What I Like About You by The Romantics
What I like about you, you really know how to danceWhen you go up, down, jump around, think about true romance, yea
Hold Me Closer : Louis Tomlinson is one of the most promising dancers of the English National Ballet, on track to become the youngest principal dancer in the company’s history. That is, until forces conspire to significantly complicate his life, including: a surprise ballet, an unfairly attractive guest choreographer, and being pushed into a rivalry with his best mate. Featuring lots of wine, dancing, pining, and a happy ending.
Feel Like Makin Love by Bad Company
And if I had the sun and moonAnd they were shinin’I would give you both night and dayLove satisfying
Loving You Is Free : Louis is a workaholic record label CEO who hasn’t been on a date in nearly a year. Niall and Liam make an account for him on a sugar dating website as a joke. And then Louis meets Harry.
Flowers In The Window by Travis
When I first held you I was coldA melting snowman I was toldBut there was no-one there to hold beforeI swore that I would be alone for ever more
Into The Blue : AU. In which Louis is Harry’s scuba instructor and quite happy to provide the requested special treatment, pun fully intended. It can’t be all that difficult to convince Harry that they’re on the same page, right? Also, Niall and Liam may or may not be dating, and Zayn is surrounded by emotionally stunted idiots. He bears it with dignity.
Yellow by Coldplay
Look at the starsLook how they shine for youAnd everything you doYeah they were all yellow
Strawberry Milk Series : An au where Harry paints his nails and drinks strawberry milk and is too nervous for it to be nothing and Louis’ just trying to figure out whats wrong with him
I’d Rather Be With You by Joshua Radin
Finally see you were naturallyThe one to make it so easy when you show me the truthYeah, yeah I’d rather be with youSay you want the same thing too
Speaking of Marvels : AU. Louis is a nanny in suburban New Jersey, and the neighbors’ son is home from college for the summer. It was supposed to be a fling.
Friends by Ed Sheeran
And if you know me like I know youYou should love me, you should know
You Are The Blood : A seventh-year Hogwarts AU in which Niall gets all the girls, Liam goes on a journey of self-discovery, Zayn falls in love, Harry wants something more, and Louis tries to figure out once and for all why he, a Muggleborn, was sorted into Slytherin.
Fallingforyou by The 1975
According to your heartMy place is not deliberateFeeling of your armsI don’t want to be your friend, I want to kiss your neck
Unbelievers : It’s Louis’ senior year, and he’s dead set on doing it right. However, along with his pair of cleats, a healthy dose of sarcasm and his ridiculous best friend, he’s also got a complicated family, a terrifyingly uncertain future, and a mortal enemy making his life just that much worse. Mortal enemies “with benefits” was not exactly the plan. Or: The one where Louis and Harry definitely aren’t friends, and football is everything.
Stand By Me by Florence + The Machine
No I won’t be afraidJust as long as you stand, stand by me
Give Me Truths : Louis is a psychology student with a tattoo count as high as his genius IQ. Harry is in a (sort-of) relationship with a homophobic man and hates himself a little more every day. Things fall apart and Louis puts him back together.Or, the one in which Louis falls in love with a fragile boy and tells him every beautiful truth in the world, as long as it makes him happy.
Love On Top by Beyonce
Now everybody ask me why I’m smiling out from ear to earBut I know Nothing’s perfect but it’s worth it
Bloodline : Louis doesn’t know how to feel when his best friend, Liam, finds out about a brother that he never knew, who was placed for adoption before he was born and is bursting into his life at twenty-four years old. Louis is very wary of the man who might replace him. He has always thought of Liam as his own brother. What if Liam doesn’t need him anymore? What if there’s no room for Louis? After all, blood runs thicker than water. Louis doesn’t like Liam’s new brother and he doesn’t even know him. That’s irrelevant, though. He doesn’t like him. He doesn’t trust him. He doesn’t want him hanging around. He doesn’t want anything to do with him.That is, until he meets him.
Perfect by Ed Sheeran
I found a love to carry more than just my secrets
Dance to the Distortion : Louis accidentally breaks Harry’s camera lens and in order to get it fixed, they decide to participate in a romantic couples study. The only issue is that they are not actually couple. Well that and the fact they cannot stand each other.
Look After You by The Fray
When I’m losing my control, the city spins aroundYou’re the only one who knows, you slow it down
Gods & Monsters : The instructions were simple: seduce and destroy Harry Styles. Not once did they discuss the option of Louis actually falling in love. So, naturally, that’s exactly what he did.
Flowers In Your Hair by The Lumineers
And romanticized the time I sawFlowers in your hair
Your Name Is Tattooed On My Heart : Louis is ready to find the love of his life, but first he has to stop falling for the punk rocker next door.
So Easy
Like a rainbow in a rainstorm makes the flowers growYou’re the reason, I believe in, something I don’t know
When We Were Younger : Sixteen year old Harry Styles’ world turns upside down when he logs on to gay teen chat to discover somebody has stolen his photos and used them as their own.
Ho Hey
I belong with you, you belong with me, you’re my sweetheart
California Sold : Notoriously closeted boyband member Harry Styles is famous on a global scale, meanwhile Louis, as his best friend, is back home in Manchester, living the typical life of a 24 year old. When Harry needs Louis with him in LA, a publicity stunt gone wrong changes their friendship forever. A fake-relationship AU between two lifelong best friends.
Me And You by Jake Bugg
All of these people want us to failI won’t let that happen noJust you believe meI’ll hide you discreetlyDiscreetly from this cold world
Cupid’s Defense : In which Harry is Cupid, Louis and Liam own a law firm, and they’re all getting sued.
Fire And The Flood by Vance Joy
Since we met I feel a lightness in my stepYou’re miles away but I still feel youAnywhere I go there you are
Chasing Empty Spaces : The year is 1934 and Harry Styles was to inherent the largest tobacco firm in the south. His parents have picked out the “perfect” girl for him to marry and he has the privilege of receiving the highest education possible. The problem was, Harry hadn’t realized he didn’t actually want any part of that future until he met a mechanic named, Louis Tomlinson.
I Will Wait by Mumford & Sons
You forgave and I won’t forget
Feels Like Coming Home : The last thing Harry Styles expects when he’s hanging out at the Someday Cafe in Somerville one rainy October day is for his ex, Louis Tomlinson to walk through the door, but that’s exactly what happens. After a spectacularly ugly break-up three years prior, Harry hasn’t heard one word from Louis, and he’s moved on. Gotten over him. But having Louis back in his life, not to mention working at the restaurant where he’s a chef, isn’t easy, and the feelings that Harry thought he’d left turn out to be not so easily forgotten.
#I............I am embarassed and also proud of just how detailed this rec got#holy fuck that's a 57 fic rec#I have peaked ma dudes#asks#fic rec
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11/04/2017: I had to vent or rant out on this.. here we go again.
I’ve mentioned this before during my rants / opinions regarding the following:
· Arts
· Fan arts
· Social media
· Collaboration
· Commission
· Isolation
It’s 2017 and I guess I’m going to have to rant or get something off my chest again. Let’s start off with this. It’s safe to say the digital world of the internet is the ‘wild wild west’ when it comes to content, sharing art or images are stolen, used – reused and recycled. Views that should go to you is diverted somewhere else because the person doesn’t credit the source and claims he or she is the original artist. Art has no form or meaning, it’s meaningless – we give art meaning based on our surroundings and our current life status. So we either have good things to say about art or the worst possible things to say about art. And also this.. we even use art to lie about certain stuff to gain attention and to sell art. That’s art for you in the digital world – use, copy, re use, recycle, steal, sell and claim.
Fan arts being sold without permission, and a lot and I mean ‘a lot’ of people are doing this and are getting away it, which makes me think to myself – I should stop doing the morally right thing to do and just sell the new stuff I’ve done on anime, movies and games. If people are doing this and getting away with it, it would certainly help me a lot financially. But I haven’t because I don’t want to get my backside in trouble let alone lose my account on deviant art. The simplest suggestion is to sign up with another platform service that specialize in prints and sell your fan arts there. The problem with that, is it the right thing to do – and does anyone care these day.
Social media is suppose to be a tool or platform to share art and hope for people / browsers to support you and your arts or hobbies? It’s suppose to be a bridge where we can collaborate with others to produce fun arts. WRONG!!!! It’s a god damn popularity contest even in the arts, and it’s about who owns what regarding what people are entitled to. For example, if artist makes an illustration from a photograph of a model, and he or she would like to sell it. There has to be a written contract depending on what you agree on, which is cool because that can be negotiable. But the problem these days, are people are too greedy. Photographers want a percentage of what you sell on the arts, and they want the high res too for them to have to sell on their end, this goes with models as well. Because the photographer and model each has their own has their own fan base they can sell the arts with ease and choose to give you no percentage of what they sell. But if the artist has zero fan base or supporters, selling the arts is impossible. So it’s a lost, not for everyone though. Right now, even what I am typing may not make any sense at all to you, it’s what I’ve seen read from other artists, shared experiences myself of the disappointments I’ve encountered with other individuals who go through the same or in some case even worst situations – and the biggest question is “what is the bloody point of still doing this?” – All it ever does is make me miserable when others try to sponge off free art from me rather than support or even consider the rate of fee we do. Each one of us has a different way of measuring and fixing a price for a commission, whether the number is high or low – maybe evening depending on how the negations went between you or them. It’s a number that shouldn’t be devalued because from your eyes it doesn’t fit the budget you want, if that is the case. Those who try to swindle your price down should look at others and leave you alone. Don’t waste your time with them, be humble and stand your ground. You as an artist should believe in your work and value. If you do decide to review your own fee of service it should be of a natural choice rather than someone pleaded for a cheaper fee. To follow up this, if you do succumb to a lower fee you don’t want, the process of making your editing image or illustration will fall short in quality, the outcome usually turns our poorly as your heart isn’t in it and what’s going to happen also, is that the final image will take a lot of revisits due to the customer, your customer not liking the outcome and demands the image to be redone which takes time.
It’s a lot of head ache / stress - a lot of artists / hobbyists including myself have abandon commissions to avoid all the drama and negativity it brings if you are being forced to work on a picture that you aren’t connecting with or enjoy working with. Unless you can find the right people to do commissions for and they agree on your terms and rate, the outcome of that work is far greater and better for both parties. But more importantly it works better for you.
So if commissions don’t work, how can social media help? Or how is it suppose to help, with today’s generation having support and a fan base should in theory help the artist out a lot, not only you have to have a presence in social media platforms which range from having a facebook, twitter, instagram or youtube (these sites are just examples there is more I believe).. it’s really hard to get any work exposed unless you have friends who can help share the love for your art. Which can also be difficult as well, because a lot of viewers or browsers do not like force content.. so the art you do may not appeal to others and only appeal to one. We’re fucked.. what is the point of still doing art/ fan arts or any form of art if no one is going to see it.
Well that’s the tricky part.. it’s this part you have to be brutally honest with yourself and the art you do.. can it sell, do you have the right to sell or.. do what millions are doing and just sell it without obtaining permission because that seems to be the trend these days. I think you have to sit down and just be honest. Which is the hardest task for anyone to do. - The other point to consider is.. is what you do the art you do is it appealing to the browsers or the usual normal crowd? Can you or will change your art style?
So on a closing not for social media, I believe it is a requirement to get some views on your art, youtube seems to be a place to voice that out or share it, but with youtube.. it also comes with a lot of hatred and troll individuals who vent and rant off on videos. So best to take whatever they punch you with a grain of salt.
If none of this applies to you, then hats off. I’ve said it so many times.. you should not dedicate your art through likes & numbers. Just do the art or fan art because you enjoy it, and if there is a view or a fan base for it.. that should be natural gain rather than stress your mind and soul on ‘numbers’
Whatever you do regarding social media, wish you the best of luck and it’s never too late to have an account to share your art or just talk via your youtube account about your hobbies or whatever the subject is.. just be you and be happy with your work. Don’t let numbers control you. Don't let people put you down (Listen to Korn - Haters, music will give you a creative spark) and most importantly be happy with yourself the good and the bad, flaws is what gives a character depth - it's sort of a never ending puzzle that can be solved or left alone by the handler or friends if he or she have any decent ones. It's just sad people can't seem to understand us because most of us are broken at some point in our lives, rather than be put to a side in isolation they preach words and advice which don't do anything but fuel your negativity. The hard part is to take that negativity and filter it in positive creative way. That is up to you do decide what to do. It's not easy, it never is - just take it day by day for as long as it takes. The frighting thing is.. it's hard to say if there is a good ending for you. It really boils down on you and how you filter your obstacles. Wishing everyone the best.
Kind regards
Khuan (35)
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