✧𝔾𝕖𝕟𝕤𝕙𝕚𝕟 𝕀𝕞𝕡𝕒𝕔𝕥 𝕆ℂ𝕤✧

Tell me all about that ocean flower Kosuke lost after that incident

Vague answer, but clear

This is all I'm sharing. Enjoy

For being so nice🎀 and cute😚, copy this to 10 other bloggers that you think are wonderful. 💗Keep the GAME going and make others feel beautiful❤️

You've stuck with me even though I can be insufferable at times ahwosjsosje I'm just really glad that you stayed and that we're friends ùwú)

Insufferable? Wdym by that? I only saw you as a chaotic source of simping energy and silliness that I love as a friend. In all seriousness, I feel the same way as you do, haha. Elated to have met and befriended you, Alice, hope the best for ya!🤗

I only ask that you don't cause me to malfunction again with your weird instincts, such as kabedoning me out of the blue 💀

Love it when my ocs develop themselves. One of them will come up to me out of nowhere like „Yo I like cake.“ and I’m like alright cool I’ll make sure to add that to your character information

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A Guide to Writing Inclusive Reader-Inserts

I’ve been really fired up about what @renniecirque has been posting about recently, and I want to do everything in my power to help promote inclusivity in the TWST fandom, as well as every other fandom that people write for. So below, I’ve compiled a comprehensive list of literary elements I use in my writing that make writing for characters of all backgrounds, sexualities, genders, races, and appearances much easier and much, much simpler.

1. Second Person Perspective

Alright guys, this is a big one, and the quickest way to make a big immediate change in your reader inserts. In my opinion, this should be the standard for all reader insert writing, and I’m surprised by how little I see it. I acknowledge that people may use first and/or third person for preferential or stylistic reasons, and that’s okay. But if that doesn’t matter as much to you, then I highly recommend switching to second person in all your works.

How to use:

Address the reader with you/yours pronouns when writing the narrative. It’s genderless, easy to stick to, and most importantly, it creates a genuine connection between the real-life reader and the person they’re acting out in the story! In my experience, all of the best reader inserts are written in second person.

Even if it’s an explicitly stated reader insert, hearing the word “I” used when referring to the reader can create this sense that you’re reading someone else’s experience. And that’s not the point! You want to enable your reader to immerse themselves fully into the story and without feeling awkward or like they’re intruding. I know it may be hard to get away from writing in first-person if that’s what you’re used to, but I can promise that even with a little bit of effort, it can be easily fixed. It’s also a helpful exercise for writing in different perspectives!

This also makes it unnecessary to use pronouns for the reader at all (except when they’re being referred to in dialogue—but you can easily work around it by avoiding pronouns altogether when referring to the reader, and when it’s necessary to make that distinction, call them by name). You’ll find this will be a lot easier to differentiate the reader’s actions versus the characters’ actions. And it also makes it unnecessary for you to use placeholders for names like (y/n), MC, Yuu, etc in every other paragraph, so the writing overall looks more cohesive and professional.

This is also done in mainstream visual novels such as Obey Me!, The Arcana, and Twisted Wonderland. The player hardly ever gets referred to by specific pronouns in favor of the characters calling them by name, and even with specific pronouns, the default is they/them. Personally, I always use gender neutral terms in my writing, as sparse as it may be. Because the great thing about it is that it can apply to anyone and everyone, since it’s neutral!

Overall, this is the quickest and easiest way to make your writing more inclusive!

2. Forgo Descriptions of the Reader

I am a huge advocate for a person’s appearance, gender, and inherent personality traits not having any impact on whether or not it’s possible for them to be loved, especially in a reader insert fic. But descriptions are everywhere—how can you get away from the age-old sea-blue eyes, the ivory skin, the voracious curves that have become the cornerstone of all your reader insert stories? Well, I can promise that it is indeed possible.

How to use:

I get it, you’re used to describing the immediate features of a character you’re introducing, which is expected, and what you should be doing! But it can be off-putting to a potential reader to read that the person they’re supposed to be has traits that they don’t have. However, the use of second person perspective as described previously does a good job of getting rid of that need for you! The reader already knows what they look like, how they act, you don’t need to tell them. By all means, keep descriptions of other characters—they’re necessary for development and visualization. But by using second person, you implicitly establish that everyone already knows what you look like, act like, etc; and even if they don’t, it’s not told from their perspective!

But say you still want your reader to have certain features—an attractive face, a timid demeanor, a charismatic presence—as it has an impact on the plot. There are ways to do that without stating those exact things specifically. Show, don’t tell! I know you’ve probably heard this from English teachers, journalists, and writing advice articles, but in practice, it can make or break your story. Don’t say that they’re pretty, show people in the halls pausing to take a second glance at them as they pass. Don’t say they’re shy, show their reluctance to speak up in class. Don’t say they’re charismatic, show the way their friends’ faces light up when they enter a room, the way their peers stare in rapt attention when they speak. This not only makes it easier for the reader to better imagine themselves in the scenario, but it strengthens your writing overall.

3. Labels and Tags!

While I may be a huge advocate for gender neutral defaults and ambiguous descriptions, I’m also a huge advocate for writing whatever the fuck you want. You wanna write for a reader with specific characteristics? Do it! A certain scenario that only applies to a niche group of people? Have at it, my dude! And if a person doesn’t like it, it’s not your problem; they can keep scrolling. But guys, I genuinely cannot express the importance of telling your readers what they’re getting into before they start. This is the internet, and anyone can post anything—trigger warnings and SFW/NSFW tags exist for this very reason. Once something is read, it cannot be unread. But labels and tags aren’t just important for explicit scenes or abusive relationships in a story; the little things matter, too.

How to use:

Include gender of the reader, even if it’s just implied, in the title or description. This kind of goes without saying—if it’s a male reader, tell people it’s a male reader. If it’s a female reader, tell people it’s a female reader. If the reader is gender neutral or gender is not mentioned, tell people it’s gender neutral! And yet, all too often I see people posting fics centered around an explicitly stated female reader without tagging it as such. It really is a simple thing to add, and I promise, it won’t effect the views and popularity of your posts; if a person doesn’t like it to begin with, they’re going to keep scrolling. More than anything, this saves the reader from having to start a fic only to be put off by the wrong pronouns, and (if used with the previous two devices) it saves the writer from having to add in gender-based terms. You could also skip specific labels and just include the pronouns used when referring to the reader.

Include if there are explicitly stated features. If you’re writing specifically for a certain group of people with specific traits, tag it as such! And if the specific trait doesn’t have an impact on what happens on the story, I promise you, it does not need to be included at all.

I’m sure there are plenty of other things that people can do to promote inclusivity, but I’ve found these three principles to be the most effective while also being the easiest to remember. And even if you’re not used to writing in second person perspective or without explicit descriptions of the reader, there’s no harm in trying it out! If you decide you don’t like it or it’s too difficult, you can simply stop. In the long run, it will only make you a better writer.

I would apologize for this being such a long post, but I’m really not sorry; I could talk rhetorical analysis and literary devices all day. And if you scrolled this far, I can only assume you do, too. I’m afraid that Roy Peter Clark (a renowned journalist and the author of Reading Critically and Writing Well, which I highly recommend) has entered my bloodstream directly, and I simply cannot shut up about this kind of stuff. I may not be a professional, but writing has been a passion of mine for years, and these things are just my take on ways to improve your writing.

I’d love for this post to be reblogged as many times as possible, especially if your platform is heavy on fanfiction writers. Inclusivity will never not be important.

Feel free to comment your own advice or ask questions!

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Thinking about him and this cgi rn... the urge to just to reference this in a drawing is so tempting because i can hear his dialogue in my head.

"But if you're willing to accept me, I'll pledge my undying faithfulness to you for life. And someday I'll place a ring upon this finger... this is just advance notice. Think about it until the day comes when I make a formal proposal."

shipping your own OCs

shipping one of your OCs with 4 other OCs and not knowing which pair should be canon

𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞'𝐬 𝐋𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭

“Greetings. My name is Mizushima Kosuke, a samurai up for hire. Protection, rescue, guarding, a just punishment -- name whatever you need and my life is yours for the time being. Heed this warning however... should there be ill intent, I will turn my blade against you.”

》 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐅𝐈𝐋𝐄

One of many wandering samurai in Inazuma, who offers his blade and time in exchange for money. As austere and curt as he seems to most souls, very few would say that he harbors the most sorrowful consideration in his eyes

 Full Name: Mizushima Kosuke

Age: Unknown

Gender: Male

Pronouns: He/him

Height: 202 cm

Birthday: 1st September

Occupation: Mercenary

Affiliation: None (currently)

Ancestry: Unknown

Region: Inazuma

Rarity: ☆☆☆☆☆

Weapon: Polearm

Vision: Hydro 

Constellation: Album Serpens

Special Dish: “Wishful Lifelight” (has a chance of being obtained by cooking Berry Mizu Manjuu with Kosuke)

How to Obtain: Event Wish - Euphony of Mortality's Stillness

Additional Titles:

Kosu-san (Ayato)

Child of Watatsumi Island (Yae Miko)

Jiji (Nikko)

》 𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋𝐈𝐓𝐘

A young man whose words are curt and harbor disinterest to anyone who speaks with him unless they offer a bag of mora, or are in need. While appearing to be no better than the Nobushi for his mercenary work, Kosuke harbors an unwavering will of morality and refuses any offer that reeks of ill intent because of the promise he made at his previous occupation. He's described by some people to be extremely dependable and strong, with his knowledge and speed being his second best trait. Despite these high praises of his work ethic, Kosuke is still painted as evil in the people's belief in the white and black world due to the constant rumors about him. Yet he never bothers to change their minds as it doesn't really matter to him.

However, to the few who have befriended him, Kosuke is a genuine, kind soul with a heart of giving and unconditional love for all things and everyone despite the horrors of reality. Even strangers who are hurting and of need aren't refrained from his kindness, willingly taking care of them and their requests without any payment. To be under his care is akin to a mother's gentle yet firm fussing, his voice barely above a whisper as he asks the person to be more careful. If you're lucky to be close to him, perhaps you'll see a glimpse of a warm smile and hear the soft laughter slipping past his austere exterior. As he is an anomaly to people, Kosuke tries his utmost best to not judge someone's character and their antics even if it doesn't make sense in the end.

But unknown to many people, he is riveted in guilt and sorrow towards his past, telling himself every day he could've done better. His father's lingering, monstrous grip on his self worth haunts very well into his sleep, leaving Kosuke restless and unknown to sweet dreams. He tries to move on from the demons that hunt him, often relying his mother's kind words to calm him. Usually hiding such things under his emotionless gaze, Kosuke believes such delicate manners should be kept to himself. But it's hard for him, as someone who cherishes his friends and family to not cry for them when he's alone and away from strangers' eyes. Being called the perfect samurai is nothing more than an insult and title Kosuke carries with him every day, making him strive for effectiveness on each job he takes.

》 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐑𝐀𝐂𝐓𝐄𝐑 𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐄𝐒

Character Story 1

Character Details

A mysterious ronin whose skills almost rival those of Kujou Sara and presumably have no relations other than the dead. While appearing like a young and distant man from no origin, his eyes tell a different story about his struggles with Eternity.

(Unlocks at Friendship Lv. 2)

Character Story 2

(Unlocks at Friendship Lv. 3)

Character Story 3

(Unlocks at Friendship Lv. 4)

Character Story 4

(Unlocks at Friendship Lv. 5)

Character Story 5

(Unlocks at Friendship Lv. 6)

Single Flower Earring

Kosuke isn't known to have many materialistic items, choosing necessities over mortal desires. And yet somehow this single flower earring had found its way into his possession, adorning his left ear every day. Out of every treasure and wealth, it is this type of jewelry he values the most and would never let go for any reason. How could he if it were the only thing left of his dear wife?

If anything, those were the times that Kosuke felt the most nostalgic for the past, the silly bantering and the loving embraces of a man and his love. He even remembered how much joy it brought to her, when she pulled him to dance on the day of her birthday after receiving a pair of flower earrings. A beautiful, precious memory where Fate had been so kind to let him have peace for moment.

And perhaps it was still childish thinking to believe in such ideas, but this earring was much like the whalesongs his mother used to sing by the seashore near their home. Completely nothing, yet nevertheless a honest enrapture of a dream long gone, but immortalized in a simple thing.

Vision

(Unlocks at Friendship Lv. 6)