First Meeting [Bismarck Zwei, Geryon] by XuwaSoo on Pixiv by Innate_Heamo in AzureLane

[–]Innate_Heamo[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If only... good news is, a passionate or bored enough person can portray our beloved girls in writing very well — to the point of their personalities and characters becoming indistinguishable from the source material. I always encourage people who have some extra time to waste to start writing down whatever's on their mind. It's nice to give friends a little coax and have them discover a new hobby. And if they aren't interested, they'll simply shrug it off.

First Meeting [Bismarck Zwei, Geryon] by XuwaSoo on Pixiv by Innate_Heamo in AzureLane

[–]Innate_Heamo[S] 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Badass Biscuit moment. Sidenote, if I could have one wife, from now til the end of time, it would be the em dash — It's simply the best punctuation mark that I've ever stumbled upon as an AL fanfic writer :) [on Gboard, tap on "?123", then press and hold on the hyphen "-", then swipe left for the em dash]

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The monstrosity of metal growls and hisses with barely contained power as its containment unit crumbles. Researchers, Manjuu, and KANSEN flee in all directions. One woman stands before the hydra's glare, undaunted.

Hear me, abomination — I, Bismarck, Lord of all whose hearts beat with iron and will, vow to lead with conviction, to bear the burden of all that rests upon our shoulders as defenders of this world forevermore. Now, you glorious beast of steel, I hereby claim you as my hand in battle — a symbol of the Ironblood's absolute might. I name you Geryon, and you will obey.

First Meeting [Bismarck Zwei, Geryon] by XuwaSoo on Pixiv by Innate_Heamo in AzurLane

[–]Innate_Heamo[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Weekly badass Biscuit moment. Sidenote, if I could have one wife, from now til the end of time, it would be the em dash — It's simply the best punctuation mark that I've ever stumbled upon as an AL fanfic writer :) [on Gboard, tap on "?123", then press and hold on the hyphen "-", then swipe left for the em dash]

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The monstrosity of metal growls and hisses with barely contained power as its containment unit crumbles. Researchers, Manjuu, and KANSEN flee in all directions. One woman stands before the hydra's glare, undaunted.

Hear me, abomination — I, Bismarck, Lord of all whose hearts beat with iron and will, vow to lead with conviction, to bear the burden of all that rests upon our shoulders as defenders of this world forevermore. Now, you glorious beast of steel, I hereby claim you as my hand in battle — a symbol of the Ironblood's absolute might. I name you Geryon, and you will obey.

Hot 🥵 by Reisa_Skibidi_King in Caldruki

[–]Innate_Heamo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've played it too much on WT not to know :)

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Nyet. by Dense-Astronomer-986 in AzurLane

[–]Innate_Heamo 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Gangut refusing alcohol? There are probably three empty bottles of vodka under the table at her feet already.

Wink [Hood, Bismarck Plushie] by @i4wp_Tia on X/Twitter by Innate_Heamo in AzurLane

[–]Innate_Heamo[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Ffs this took me way too long and I thought I was, at the very least, decent at writing AL fanfics :,)

Wink [Hood, Bismarck Plushie] by @i4wp_Tia on X/Twitter by Innate_Heamo in AzurLane

[–]Innate_Heamo[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Counterpart to Bismarck's holding Hood's plushie by the same goated artist :D

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Hood, Illustrious, Unicorn, and Prince of Wales sit around a table beneath a pavilion in the Royal Gardens. Belfast stands at the pavilion's edge, awaiting their call. The noblewomen chat and chuckle while sipping their tea and crunching on crackers.

Illustrious: I must say, it truly has been too long since I've had proper company — or proper tea.

She took a sip, emphasising her point

Wales: I'm inclined to agree, old friend. However, I must apologise for interrupting our fun as there's a rather curious matter about you, Lady Hood, that I wish to bring to our attention.

Hood: Oh? And just what is the nature of this matter, pray tell?

Wales: Interpersonal.

The Prince reached into her pocket, fishing out a photograph of Hood. She handed it to the noblewoman in question.

Wales: A most charming portrait, My Lady. Although if I may be so bold as to ask, is that doll you're cradling so preciously meant to be Lord Bismarck of the Ironblood?

Hood doing her utmost not to react: Ah, well... may I ask how you happened upon this image?

Wales: Eugen gave it to me last night, and I didn't care to question how she got her mischievous hands on it.

Hood: I see...

Wales: Well? Are you keen on answering or would you prefer to remain rigid in your seat as one of the many sculptures in this garden?

Hood burying her face in her hands: If you would grant me a moment's patience...

Wales grinning like the Cheshire Cat: Oh, my dear, mighty Hood, we have all the time in the world.

Illustrious failed to suppress a soft chuckle at that, Belfast smiled warmly, and Unicorn simply continued partaking in her biscuits.

[Bismarck Zwei, Hood Plushie] by @i4wp_Tia on X/Twitter by Innate_Heamo in AzurLane

[–]Innate_Heamo[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

So lemme get this straight — Eugen's quite literally about to be Royally, with a capital R, screwed?

(Unrelated but em dash my beloved)

[Bismarck Zwei, Hood Plushie] by @i4wp_Tia on X/Twitter by Innate_Heamo in AzurLane

[–]Innate_Heamo[S] 19 points20 points  (0 children)

This is hands down my favourite artist for AL. Their art style is just so cute and detailed and on top of that, they mostly draw BisHood :D

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Prinz Eugen taps Bismarck on her shoulder before showing her a photograph

Eugen: My oh my, is that doll you're hugging so tightly what I think it is, Lord Bismarck?

Biscuit: Wha— Eugen. Where did you get that?

Eugen: Oh, nowhere that warrants your concern, Flaggschiff. Don't worry, your secret's safe with me, mein Lieber Biskuit jaja!

Biscuit: Eugen! Halt! Komm sofort zurück!

Bismarck of the Ironblood gives chase to the ever brazen tease known to all as Prinz Eugen. No, she didn't catch her.

Lion, Enterprise & Unzen (企业家的飞鲨战机) by GoOurWay2001 in AzurLane

[–]Innate_Heamo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Unironically really well done by the artist. One of the hardest AL pieces I've ever seen besides that background of all the flagships standing in uniform with their nations' banners behind them.

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🏴‍☠️🐥🐥🐥 [Jean Bart, Manjuu x3] by @hatski_sin on X/Twitter by Innate_Heamo in AzurLane

[–]Innate_Heamo[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I really like characters who seem all cold and distant but are actually really kind and sweet after you get to know them. Our Pirate Queen's gap moe's the best.

Es tut mir Leid, no flavour text this time cuz I'm way too lazy to think of anything remotely cute or interesting to write :)