hc. rakan cares about xayah. rakan cares about xayah. rakan cares about xayah. this is something i have to stress, namely because if there's one thing i know rakan is willing to do, it's absolutely anything for xayah. there's the fact xayah knows him well enough to say "rakan doesn't take death well," and whether or not that's in general or not, rakan is still able to kill if xayah were so to say it. even then, he doesn't ever lose how charismatic he is—he doesn't lose sight of himself, because not only is he comfortable with himself, but he knows that it's himself that xayah fell in love with. just as he's fallen for xayah bc of who she is. she might not be as emotionally intelligent as rakan, she might push herself to her limits and rakan absolutely hates it when she doesn't stop to take care of herself, but rakan still loves her. he supports her. he'd die for her across any verse if he were forced to do so. it's an unquestionable truth that no matter what, rakan cares deeply about her, just as she does for him. that even through the pain they both go through, emotionally, he's there to support her, just as she's there to support him, and that's an important aspect of their relationship that shouldn't be forgotten.
additionally, rakan is NEVER going to take off the skull with xayah's feathers. ever. this is more specific to a verse where he's lost xayah ( as in, she's dead ), but the point stands even in the verse where he's together with her: he's not taking it off. to him, it's not just the memories of the times he spent with her, it's also proof of their love. it's evidence that they were meant to be, that what they had? it was real, by fucking god it was real and no one's taking that from him. this is dwelling so much into a verse where he's lost her but i like. promise. it's deadass not something he's willing to negotiate, if rakan's to love again—if he can even find that strength himself to trust in someone that much again and be assured he doesn't fail them too—they have to accept not just him, but him and xayah. rakan is unequivocally connected with xayah, even after death. no one, no one is taking that away from him.
❛ hmm ... ❜ he's thinking, thinking, scrutinizing over draven's features, active imagination attempting to visualize what he'd look like without the facial hair. upon finally realizing it, his brow quirks, then he hums before giving his verdict, seemingly out of nowhere. ❛ yep, you look a whole lot better with the beard. ❜ /// @drorious
I like to know my writing partner. This isn’t always necessary, and if you’re not the sort of person who tries to get chummy with their roleplaying buddies, that’s absolutely fine, but in my experience, the plots and characters that last the longest are the ones with the players that I can message at 3 in the morning with an idea without feeling like I’m bothering them.
*taps my mic* rakan is sexy thank u
sylas. /// unshackles.
❛ surely, you must jest, ❜ he mutters, imperative. leading a direct and mindless assault into the enemy territory without elaborate planing beforehand doesn’t exactly sit right with him. he’s done it before and it almost lead to his demise. after all, despite their ostensible ignorance and the ever so present feigned harmony, demacians never dive into a battle without a plan of action. and part of that mindset has stuck with him. doesn’t take more than one failure for him to become tenfold wary for the prospects of another battle. to his misfortune, they always seem to be prepared. be it day or night, his targets are always attentive of incoming ambushes.
❛ they may be ignorant, however, they’re not stupid, ❜ he lectures, his voice stern and steady. it doesn’t take him long to shoot rakan a diverted glance, his brows arched in feigned disbelief. ❛ if you wish so, i can put you in the front lines. you’re too fervent a fighter, after all. ❜ for yet a few more moments, he keeps up the guise of disorientation, purposely trying to garner some kind of conflicted reaction from rakan’s part. not soon after, laughter finally comes forth. ❛ amusing, truly. come, i’ll go over the scheme with you again. ❜
war is cruel. he knows this. no matter how entertaining each battle was, no matter how much he laughed in the face of the opposition to evoke some form of ire that appealed to some sort of base desire to see others with bloodlust in their eyes for none but him, war was still a tragedy. from tragedy, life will be born anew : hearts can sing in unison again for peace, those whose wings had been maimed may soon find flight again, & freedom's fire may be rekindled once more through their unified actions. this is a battle they, together, must fight. no matter the difficulties that lie ahead ——— alas, when the enemy is versed in dealing with those who excel in magic ( why fear what you can't understand ? ), the scales are tipped against them. what was once a leveled playing field is now an uphill battle, each step meticulous. maybe now he understands, even if only a bit, why his idea might not be of huge value.
❛ the front lines ? ❜ only typical for him to have a perplexed look on his face at that, remain in a perpetual conflict, rubbing at his chin & humming as if even entertaining the thought. to remain quiet is to remain without an answer, & that's just rude. he opts to speak again. ❛ you want this pretty face to get hurt by a demacian soldier in the front lines ? naaaah, i do a lot better just being from behind. you get me ? ❜ soon after, laughter. a relief, really, their leader wasn't a stranger to humor. it's enough to elicit a small chuckle from rakan. ❛ alright, alright. just make sure it's easy to understand, yeah ? none of those weird tactic words or whatever. ❜
unprompted. / always accepting !!
@quartlet said : grasps his chin 😇
how peculiar. to have chin grasped like this is meant to be perceived as a gift, the culmination of a warmth between two souls that dance, dance. / one is meant to reign over land, protect the greenery that nature's heavenly touch graced, her teachings sacred & a promise of growth. to nurture these small seeds into blooming flowers of varying hues, conjuring a mosaic that man - made fabric could not wish to surpass that beauty, they could not wish to replicate it, for man's hands serve nature. the other is meant to dwell within the depths of the ocean, where few know that nature's touch cannot ever forge a bond between land & sea. yes, it does not matter how ravishing that presented exterior is, it matters not what bonny colors he adorns ( that is all he shall ever know ), mysteries lie abundant beyond this serene shore, yet cerulean hues be only granted a perspective on what is meant to be seen. the darkness beyond cannot be trod through so easily, for freedom's end lies at those darkened depths that beckon him. /
this is no dance of warmth. there is no innate love to be had. what they have ? it's different, but he is not caged. to leave one's zone of comfort is to spread these wings & delve into the world's gifts, to travel is to journey & experiment with what brings joy. sharing that with others is so truly a virtue few have, but to reject the side of him that is tempted & tempted & tempted by this man is to reject himself. to dance with khada jhin is to accept the dangers of life, it's to partake in elation through unorthodox means, shun by level - headed ones that so feared placing their hearts in the hands of death's disciple. ( what is reason if not an object that obstructs one from mingling with what is deemed pernicious ? what is reason if not what impedes growth. ) is this growth ? don't ask him. to live in the moment without worrying over future is a motto he's so since followed, & what great joy it brings him.
❛ oh, so ... you wanted to touch me ? ❜ to not make an implication of the sort would be uncharacteristic, to leave the virtuoso without a response would be to reject the self. each sense in rakan's body is rising, electrifying nearly, shudder only barely escaping his lips as an icy touch is felt at bare back. he hums. leans into the touch, their actions could speak for them. a poem need not be spoken. let it be performed, let it be a stage where the only audience is they, intertwined by a merciless fate. what, oh what could be more lovely than this ? ❛ going for my chin, i'd rather you touch me somewhere else. ❜ hand shifts, journeys over to the only part where there's exposed skin, pads gentle in their approach, carefully touching bicep 'till one digit, two digits, three dance onward, halting before forearm, only to feel the expanse of skin as they rise once more, firm grip near jhin's shoulder. don't stop what you're doing. ❛ unless ... maybe you want to be the one that gets touched tonight ? ❜ an open offer. an open mind. this dance they have is liberating. many have clamored over how mystery itself should be feared. the mystery of khada jhin, however, has successfully allured him.
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🌀 What are 3 of muse’s top kinks?
i already did rakan’s kink sorter here’s his top 3 kinks LFJHLDFKHLFH /// @death-from-below
??? /// voracites.
In the past she’d heard similar questions from others dressed in black & red, but when they came from an equal the sparkle of surprise she thought dead shimmered anew within jade optics. An equal asking about the decision she’d taken always sounded like judgement rather than curiosity ( perhaps because part of her understood the implicit treason ), & although sinking claws into golden feathers was a quick solution to the discomfort he’d awaken the woman never abandoned her lax stance. With dropped shoulders & arms folder underneath her bosom the growing tension was only visible in contrasted pupils, perhaps in the uneasy flick of pointy appendages attached to crimson crown as well if one put enough attention. ❝ You are quite a curious bird, aren’t you ? Better be careful with that tongue, you never know who is eager to get a new one. ❞ The corners of scarlet-coated lips rose for a cynical smile to appear, & with a low chortle the subject was avoided for as long as she refused to provide an answer. She couldn’t stop others from speaking their mind just like they couldn’t force a tease to become an honest reveal, as the vastaya enjoyed it like a domestic feline about to get away with its own game before deciding to please the flashing creature. ❝ Not a spell nor coercion ; it’s just my desire. ——— What I crave for is bonded to humans & through false obedience they loose their grip, you should try my methods sometime. ❞ Guiding one clawed digit toward his chin the kiilash found a moment to hold his face in place, sharp keratin lightly pressed against soft flesh. Katarina didn’t aim to hurt his skin but the circling motion wasn’t fondly received when she was the person being inspected, so better was to encourage his steps to halt if he hadn’t decided to stop already. ❝ But let’s talk about you instead. The capital is bare meters away & you keep wandering like nothing, is there anything in particular you’re looking for ? ❞
inquisitive mind is rewarded with the curiosity of another, hoping to bask in the light of rakan's own secrets, his reason for being so near the capital. what truth could he offer, now matter how faux it may sound ? his curiosity got the best of him, causing him to gravitate towards subservient kiilash ( no, she just mentioned her obedience wasn't genuine in any way. a sly one she is, if he's honest ). albeit he could conjure up a lie from his gut, he wasn't granted much liberty, what with her hands being in current possession of his face. one wrong move & he may, truly, experience her true wrath. murderous. domineering. death's hand is hers to command. he's intrigued, notwithstanding the fact his tracks were put to a halt.
❛ no special reason. ❜ there, a glib remark in his attempt to fool her. cunning can rakan be, knowing full well that it took to survive even the harshest human, the deadliest beings of life. naturally, his object of perfect synergy ( the one whose love captivated him, whose feathers as sharp as her silver tongue ) was missing, so any attempt at combat could prove far too risky. ❛ just thought i could help a lost kitty was all. ❜ condescending comes his remark, chuckle emitting from his throat. his statement was the exact opposite of being careful, who is he to deny a moment of fun, a moment of that carefree nature he's come to oh, so love. he won't die. not when he's got a cause to see to fruition alongside her. ❛ you don't need my help, from the looks of it. ❜ there's truth to his words now, head tilting to the side slightly, curve of his lips raising to form that smug grin.
kayn. /// inumbrate.
a voice in the depths of his mind tries to interject, telling him he doesn’t deserve rakan’s kindness or encouragement. the dark whisper strikes a quiet fear that he might hurt the feathered friend he’d made, but he suppresses it — pushes it away, fights it tooth and nail for a swift beat. somehow, the vastayan’s optimism and rallying makes it easier ; kayn isn’t certain why that is, but it feels good… and more-so? he enjoys how it makes him feel. he enjoys feeling like the end of that tunnel or forest or road isn’t awash with blood… that it doesn’t have to end with him not knowing who is in control — him or rhaast. there is consolation in the idea that he could be the one standing tall, that he could win back his own flesh and mind. whether he deserves it or not, he wants to be selfish, for once, in his life. his good eye flicks to his companion’s hand and he lets out a quiet sigh, licking at his bottom lip as he reaches out and clasps the profference of aid firmly ; giving his own sign that he aims to accept the other’s help in this mess. ❛ — not sure how i lucked out, y’know, in making a friend like you — but… thank you. ❜ a flash of a smile and a sincerity in his voice, in his features.
❛ you don't have to thank me. ❜ it's not a rejection of his gratitude, not necessarily. the actions of a friend are different from that of a stranger, the amiability of his words stem from the mere fact they're friends. it's that alone that allows him to become a shoulder to cry on ——— ahah, perhaps not entirely, he supposes. there's a difference in doing it solely because he's a friend & doing it because he wants to. to rakan, he does it for both reasons : a base desire that grows at his heart to fend off any intrusive thoughts that permeate through kayn's mind, reminding him that, in fact, things will turn out okay. probably not now. probably not tomorrow. it's when they get to the end of the road they're on. perhaps beyond the horizon ? who knows. there's too many factors to consider, deliberating over each one wouldn't exactly be of use. he knows how he feels, that's all he needs.
❛ what're friends for, am i right ? ❜ lips curve into yet another grin, typical of his visage to be adorned with one, though. natural smiles were more his thing. no shame in wanting to appear more bright, was there ? it made him stand out a little more. good. more of an excuse to garner any audience's attention. ❛ if you really wanna say thanks, though ... maybe some chocolate wouldn't hurt. ❜ silence, for a few moments before a slight chuckle escapes him again. ❛ just kidding, i swear ! ❜
sidles up to him and worms his way beneath his cloak wing thing to keep warm
inattentive azures fixated on particular rock structure, attempting to understand if its form had always been the way he sees it now // has the rock undergone change ? was what perceived as immovable, unchanging, able to convert to its current form ? logical explanation behind it a bore, more intriguing is the idea of life's dance interlacing itself with rock's time, nature's dance wild & free, the two conjoining to create what now sits before him. attention, however, is fully diverted upon feeling one hide beneath his wing. very same one that dons the guise of a cloak to foolish humans, those that knew naught of the magical properties bestowed onto it, over it & beneath it.
speaking of lying beneath it, just who is that ?
❛ hey, careful with the feathers ! ❜ exclamation's delivered without second thought as he quickly turns around, perpetrator revealed ! in lieu of anger painting his features, a smile finds itself forming on rakan's lips, a chuckle elicited at the sight. limb shifts, only for hand to be placed against the nape of his neck & sheepishly rub it. ❛ you startled me there for a second, varus. don't sneak up on a guy like that ! ❜ /// @blightbrought
lies & deceit truly will guide him to some of the most peculiar of adventures. previous ones were short - lived, involved nothing but a little bit of walking, perhaps sneaking into somewhere, enjoy the moment, all familiar jazz he's dealt with before. only few ever lasted longer than those brief trips. one, in particular, had him crossing over a city or two. no problem for him ! but this ? this is on a grander scale than his previous adventures. he's set off to wander ionia, almost top to bottom to fulfill promise of unbinding him from his bow. that promise held not a speck of truth. but oh, at least he can talk without fearing that death is looming over him, or rather, shooting deadly arrows his direction.
❛ so ... ❜ there's a hum, & he's wondering what type of conversation they could have. something to fill the awkward silence between them. ❛ you're how many years old ? i know this is the 5th time i've asked, but i just need to make sure you aren't pulling my leg here ! ❜ /// @blightbrought