Gemsandthings



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    12 Jan 2026

  2. Rec 12

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    "I've always been brushed aside, the unwanted child, just-just leave me alone."

    "Unwanted? But I want you!" There was a pause, "I want to be by your side, forever."

    "What... You- I.... Thank you.."

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    29 Nov 2025

  3. Rec 26

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    Halsin has every reason to hate Drow. From his time in the Underdark to Minthara’s “hospitality” at the goblin camp, they’ve brought him nothing but pain. So imagine his surprise—and confusion—when his savior from said camp is none other than a Drow. He tries to be civil, he really does. After all, she’s not quite like the others. She’s not sadistic, conniving, or bloodthirsty like those he’s known. Logically, he knows she had nothing to do with what happened to him all those years ago—but trust is harder to build than resentment.

    Vyssira is nothing if not a survivor. She survived Menzoberranzan. She survived her parents’ cruelty. She survived Baldur’s Gate. And when everything was taken from her again and again, she survived that too. Now, with a mind flayer tadpole in her skull and a ticking clock toward ceremorphosis, she has no choice but to rely on others who share her fate—and a druid who wants nothing to do with her. Maybe, this time, survival could mean healing too.

    AKA the super self-indulgent enemies to lovers character study about Halsin and his feelings towards drow, because I don't see it getting explored as much as it should. Be the change you want to see in the world, kids.

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    31 Jul 2025

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    Touya hated a lot of things. Things like fish. Endeavor. You.

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    19 Jul 2025

  5. Rec 11

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    “You know, they say communication is key,” I joke.

    Bakugo’s scowl intensifies, his jaw clenching as he glares at me. Clearly, humor isn't his strong suit.

    “I don't need your fucking advice,” he snaps, walking away without another word.

    I watch him go, shaking my head. He couldn’t have won the damn thing without me, yet he’s acting all high and mighty.
    What an asshole.

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    As competitive banter and reluctant admiration deepen into friendship and unexpected vulnerability, feelings become entangled with an unspoken tension that refuses to be ignored.

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    18 Jun 2025