Jules Laforgue, tr. by William Jay Smith, “Funeral March for the Death of the Earth,” (via violentwavesofemotion)
‘ tomorrow is another day & you won’t have to hide away. but for now it’s time to RUN. ‘
@inferuxs ❤︎’d for a lyric starter ( woodkid – run boy run )
“ This woman, nescient of a man’s stratagem, has no business in the realm of counsel.”
Catherynne M. Valente, from Deathless (via fliesintheattic)
“ Rise and shine, Nightwalker Nation. ” “ If it was your aim to get my attention, then I must say, you have been wildly successful. ” “ Y’all lost your chance to trade loyalty for protection. ” “ It’s me you’re looking for. ” “ You know, for someone who organized this little summit, you’re woefully short on details. ” “ You knew we’d have this little chat. ” “ You and I have a friend in common. ” “ The purpose of art is to portray life as it is. ” “ The mission of art is to engage our most primal selves – to inflame our passion, to provoke our insight. ” “ Derivative and so extraordinarily tedious. ” “ I wouldn’t argue with this fool when he’s not listening to single word you say. ” “ God, I’ve missed you. ” “ We have a room, you know? ” “ You were right. ” “ I think we ought to introduce ourselves. ” “ Well, somebody’s been busy. ” “ Her defect is my defect! ” “ Make your point. ” “ And what if I don’t agree? ” “ Besides, I’ve been keeping a low profile. ” “ Do we have a problem? ” “ What makes you think I had any piece in this? ” “ It’s a pain worse than death. ” “ You should really lock your door. ” “ Why are you so interested in me? ” “ I’m interested in you because you’re the most interesting. ” “ An ancient bad boy vampire with a damaged soul. ” “ Have you gone insane? ” “ Choose your next words very carefully. ” “ Oh, believe me, I have gamed this out already. ” “ I’m pretty attached to it. ” “ Bring you back to where? ” “ Look, all those times that I’ve said there are things in my past that I’d prefer to forget… ” “ Who is they? ” “ That’s a convenient euphemism. ” “ No, you and I are quite different, friend. ” “ You are a runt amidst a species of leviathans. ” “ This is the first and last warning that I will give you. ” “ And I see a man who knows that’s a lie. ” “ I have wanted to tell you more about our past, but I was afraid of how you’d react. ” “ Yeah, feel free to send me a postcard. ” “ You gave me a ring, _______. You asked me to marry you. ” “ Would it be wrong of me to assume there are traitors in my midst? ” “ We’re talking about snuffing out a fundamental part of who you are… ” “ I know what it’s like to have something taken from you against your will, okay? ” “ Get whatever supplies you that need, because you and I are doing this. ” “ Um, so… I need a favor. ” “ Okay. Didn’t really expect that. ” “ It’s not your battle, ______. ” “ Those of us that matter accept you for what you are. ” “ No, I did everything I could to protect you. ” “ I never watched you suffer! ” “ Now, you tell me what you want from me. ” “ But eternity is long, and I have an excellent memory. ” “ There’s got to be an easier way to do this. ” “ I will not let my past to become your future. ” “ I thought you’d be gone. ” “ Until we meet again. ” “ I live by that code because it brings me peace. ” “ You went behind my back. ” “ I did what was right. ” “ I’ve made a mistake. I don’t want to die… ” “ Hey, you didn’t die. ” “ Do you want to find out? ” “ What I said earlier… I was angry. ” “ In fact, I think I took it easy on him. ” “ I was the match that lit the fuse. ” “ I gifted them shame. ”
@killthebxy fil is probably the reason i came back . y’all know if you deal w/ fil ! you literally make me feel so wanted & so welcome & so loved . you are an angel in my eyes & i love you like arya loves jon snow . i want you to be happy forever !
@wineinthewidow & @wintcrskiss & @secxndstark & @predative & @benjenstcrk & @handofhonor & @fifthbornforrester & @viridisyreni & @viridisyreni & @killedpeople & @flokithetrickster & @theboatbuilderswife & @strangestviking & @tyricnlannistcr & @mxncipium & @mithraiic & @watcherandshield no i could probably name like 20 of you but this was meant to be little . oops . i admire these people & i wanna’ thank them for being my friends & always being supportive of me ! perfect humans right here .
@nekrikos & @dalishflame arya’s actual dads ! no but it’s been a while now , esp. with Kaey . you guys keep me connected to da & other verses & are always there and so willing to include me & just make me feel so wanted . i love you .
@aerlyth YOU ARE BASICALLY A SHINING BEACON OF HAPPINESS TO ME ! there aren’t many people i feel safe talking too . but y’know you never treat me different because of opinions & you are so amazing w/ your writing & the things and content you give to everyone . i rarely say it but i love you .
@shininqbeacon if you know me then you should know i’m in love w/ Mishka so…
@taintedblccd & @royalsadist-hiatus & @sansavis all absolute gems who , no matter if we disagree on things , never treat people bad because of it . literally just pure sunshine stars here for fun & they make me laugh & want things . so pure . so happy to be friends !
@amidalc & @raidstombs i don’t know you super well but i admire the heckie outta’ you !
@inferuxs i miss you . i love you . good luck w/ all your school work .
Marcus Aurelius (via dharmarainbow)
❛ Maybe a man would rather take his time, ❜ he counters, arching a devilish brow.
THERE WAS SO LITTLE SPACE, AND NO LIGHT. but that didn’t matter, not for them. he knew every curve of her, and she knew every angle of him, and their hands worked deftly, in sync. it was a lot like SPARRING, Arya realised —— but for the fact she was less experienced with this GENTLENESS, with being shown LOVE, and sometimes the brush of his fingers against her cheek made her GIGGLE, a sweet, high sound she thought she’d never know. she was sat upon a pile of costumes, legs wrapped about his waist, skirts at her knees. it was the only time he’d get her in a DRESS —— for a role. his hand found the small of her back, drawing her in, and she peppered little kisses upon his cheek. they shouldn’t be doing this here, in a little side cupboard, as the roar of the audience echoed through the walls. but FRIENDS MAY TALK IN SECRET or —— not, as it may be. she did not remember being so HAPPY and so FOOLISH. she wanted to stay, but duty reluctantly nagged at her brain.
‘ BUT —— I’M DUE T’ DIE, ‘ Arya whispered into his ear, through soft strands of WHITE hair. she grinned, at the thought of it. though it was no real DEATH awaiting her, only a scene in a play. ( somehow, she always ended up with the VICTIM roles. just like her overly realistic ANTIGONE performance and the BLOOD-RED line that stained her throat for days. ) she reached up, placing her hands upon his shoulders. ‘ let me go get stabbed; then a man can take all the time he wants. ‘ her chin tilted upwards towards his, so petite she was, compared to him; dark hair falling away from slightly flushed cheeks.
PSA.
hi, everyone! obviously most of us university students have started classes, posted hiatus notices, &c. i just want to let you all know that i’m here, but i’m not posting due to school- and social-related events. i’m on Discord a bit, though, so feel free to reach me there. i love writing as Jaqen ( believe it or not!!!!! ) so we can always do in-character things there or chill ooc. bye for now~
Magic cards for my muse. If you like magic, you can do the same. Here is the card maker.
Credit goes to the lovely @needlcd for making these with apt descriptions / types / subtypes / abilities / etc.! ( Because I know absolutely nothing about playing cards. )
tagged by: @needlcd. tagging: anyone who wants to do it, too!
[ valyarys ]
SMALL YET MIGHTY CREATURE , destined to bring kings to their knees / reduce ancient cities to rubble / melt men where they stand . crimson frill is at present laid flat against the curve of slender neck , eyes sparkling like twin rubies within his skull as he surveys his strange surroundings , eventually meeting jaqen’s across the space that separates them . head cants to one side with an almost malicious interest , winged talons clicking audibly against stone as the once - mythical creature takes a single stride forth .
Jaqen’s back straightens ( if not already as vertical as a sapling held in place by two sticks of wood and rubber bands ) when the creature takes a step forth. His brows lift in question — knowing fully well it cannot speak; thankful he is that is has refrained refrained speaking its own language which travels draped in yellow and crimson and heat — and the hand previously resting upon the hilt of his sword gracefully, silently falls to his side. He wonders what the order would think of his discovery.
More pertinently, however, he wonders if it’s better to stand still or to back away. The Many-Faced God wouldn’t mock him again with a fire-laden path to death, now, would he?
"I know who I am when I'm alone"
MEME. @needlcd.
Jaqen’s eyes sharpen at that—- maw, too. His lips form a straight line as he exhales, and he cares not to find the feigned strength which would form a stern reprimand.
From a purely psychological perspective, this girl has failed enough at her tasks in the House of Black and White. She is a worthwhile project from his master’s vantage point, but the Lorathi has made it clear enough his disapproval of her continual servitude. ( In what seems like a different lifetime, he remembers once telling her that the gods are not mocked. )
“ This temple can only hold secrets for so long, sweet girl.”
you guys i really love @iarainn & @inferuxs / @hardertctame & @eversoblack & @thefirststorm & @watchended & @irondecay & @ircnvictory & @ircnstance & @allmistress & @predative & @steelunderneath & @ofcharismatics & @astormcrow & @trickstercaptain & @wineinthewidow !!!
“This is a tomb for the both of us.” ( Selene )
STUDIO GHIBLI SENTENCE MEME. @xprodigium.
“ Neither women nor men can escape tombs. We are in Braavos, sister.”
As he purrs the latter statement, Jaqen arches a knowing brow. To him, there is freedom within the House of Black and White; the temple was built upon that notion. Although not without consequence, there is always a way out. He, of all men, should know.
“ So a woman must ponder.”
❛ all that is gold does not glitter ; not all those who wander are lost. ❜ ❛ keep it secret, keep it safe. ❜ ❛ it is precious to me, though i buy it with a great pain. ❜ ❛ throw yourself in next time, and rid us of your stupidity ! ❜ ❛ all we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us. ❜ ❛ faithless is he that says farewell when the road darkens. ❜ ❛ the world is changed. i feel it in the water. i feel it in the earth. i smell it in the air. ❜ ❛ may it be a light for you in dark places, when all other lights go out. ❜ ❛ you cannot hide. i see you ! ❜ ❛ i hear it is going to be a party of special significance. ❜ ❛ all right then, keep your secrets. but i know you have something to do with it. ❜ ❛ and what about very old friends ? ❜ ❛ two eyes, as often as i can spare them. ❜ ❛ DO NOT TAKE ME FOR SOME CONJURER OF CHEAP TRICKS ! ❜ ❛ i’ve thought of an ending for my book. ❜ ❛ i ain’t been droppin’ no eaves sir, honest. ❜ ❛ if i take one more step, i’ll be the farthest away from home i’ve ever been. ❜ ❛ his gaze pierces cloud, shadow, earth, and flesh. ❜ ❛ we had one, yes. what about second breakfast ? ❜ ❛ hear my voice. come back to the light. ❜ ❛ that wound will never fully heal. he will carry it the rest of his life. ❜ ❛ his treachery runs deeper than you know. ❜ ❛ he turned from that path a long time ago. he has chosen exile. ❜ ❛ then we are here on a common purpose… friend. ❜ ❛ i thought i had wandered into a dream. ❜ ❛ it is mine to give to whom i will. like my heart. ❜ ❛ it is hardly possible to separate you, even when he is summoned to a secret council and you are not. ❜ ❛ i wish none of this had happened. ❜ ❛ this foe is beyond any of you. ❜ ❛ i have the eyes of a hawk and the ears of a fox. ❜ ❛ the quest stands upon the edge of knife. ❜ ❛ i heard her voice inside my head. ❜ ❛ you suffer ; i see it day by day. ❜ ❛ but to let that fear drive us to destroy what hope we have, don’t you see that is madness. ❜ ❛ can you protect me from yourself ? ❜ ❛ forgive me. i could not see it. i have failed you. ❜ ❛ leave it. it is over. the world of men shall fall. all will come to darkness. my city will ruin. ❜ ❛ i would have followed you, my brother… my captain… my king. ❜ ❛ i hope the others find a safer road. ❜ ❛ i don’t suppose we’ll ever see them again. ❜ ❛ _____, i’m glad you’re with me. ❜