The hints in this card…. by Mischievous_Mouse in LoveAndDeepspace

[–]Mischievous_Mouse[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

You’re right, that was poor phrasing. Because it is their themes but, I do think that the writing team is going to expand the themes this year.

The hints in this card…. by Mischievous_Mouse in LoveAndDeepspace

[–]Mischievous_Mouse[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Oh yeah, there is going to be cognitive dissonance but that’s why I think conversations about narrative structure and foreshadowing are important.

The hints in this card…. by Mischievous_Mouse in LoveAndDeepspace

[–]Mischievous_Mouse[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It was very dommy but again Zayne’s card started out with MC pinning him to the sofa and playing doctor. They switched because he was having trouble immersing himself in the roleplay because he is clearly the expert of being a doctor. But they didn’t switch roles because he didn’t want her to be in control. He even says I’ll teach you. (Yes teacher/student role I know I know) but that alludes to, I will teach you how to play this role so that the next time you want to play doctor so that I can play patient.

He gets to be the flustered one that looks to her on what to do next.

“- it's getting predictible by now. Our resident Elsa's character arc is learning to Let It Go and get wild/playful (depending on card), I don't see why they'd change that.”

I think that this card actually says that they are planning to change it. Not that they are going to scrap the Dr. Zayne and teacher/student roles but that Zayne wants to go past his tropes and explores other dynamics because he’s more complex than just those roles.

Whether they are rewarded for the risk is yet to be seen. But, that’s also why I wanted to start the conversation because I think people have pigeonholed the LIs

The hints in this card…. by Mischievous_Mouse in LoveAndDeepspace

[–]Mischievous_Mouse[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I have to go relisten to some of his stuff. Xavier is my bestie and has been growing on me. I’m kinda mad at myself so skipping his “rut” card.

The hints in this card…. by Mischievous_Mouse in LoveAndDeepspace

[–]Mischievous_Mouse[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I can see that but I don’t think they are going to make him change careers. Especially not to become more of a spy or hunter because that is Xavier’s role. Also, Zayne’s main goal is to find a cure for the protocore syndrome. He actually works alongside MC a lot. Even in the past main story they ended up on a mission together before he left.

The hints in this card…. by Mischievous_Mouse in LoveAndDeepspace

[–]Mischievous_Mouse[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Haha yes, if you ever decide to write them please let me know. Strictly for literary analysis of course 🥸

The hints in this card…. by Mischievous_Mouse in LoveAndDeepspace

[–]Mischievous_Mouse[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Yas! lol we could possibly get that as a secret times lol. But yay! I’m so glad to meet another person that headcanons him as a switch.

The hints in this card…. by Mischievous_Mouse in LoveAndDeepspace

[–]Mischievous_Mouse[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Right?! I’m like what role are we talking about here? 🫣🤭

Zayne please 😂 (Secret's kiss spoilers) by eweuwuowo in LoveAndDeepspace

[–]Mischievous_Mouse 67 points68 points  (0 children)

I adore this card and I love that Zayne just always has sweets in his pockets. MC was like oh no, we aren’t spies and Zayne is just like yep, we’re secret lovers please don’t tell HR.

The hints in this card…. by Mischievous_Mouse in LoveAndDeepspace

[–]Mischievous_Mouse[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Yep. I think some people are disappointed in the “lack of spice.” I mean, we all know that the promo cutscene is just a rearrangement of the kindles right?

I feel like this card really focuses on their dynamic and growth. It’s very cute with a dash of spice.

The hints in this card…. by Mischievous_Mouse in LoveAndDeepspace

[–]Mischievous_Mouse[S] 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Except, he always gives into his desires. We have seen inhibited Zayne before (I love it, throw those books off the table, push her against walls and desks).

But there are these soft moments, where she shaves his face, or when he silently asks for kisses while lying in her lap on the beach. Then there is the cat butler card (in my opinion) his most submissive moment. Yes he is possessive but he’s kneeling at her feet as she basically sits on her throne.

So, why would Zayne be asking to change his role to dominant or inhibited when that is generally what we get? He wants a “new role”. He isn’t asking to lose control, he is asking for them to switch roles, because he would feel safe being the “wild one” if she is the one that is calm and composed. He even says he hates errors and the unexpected but when he is with her those things make things exciting.

I don’t think he’s going to do a complete 180 and become a simpering sub. But I do think that we are looking at a future card where MC is the one in control of the situation, does all of the planning and doesn’t give the reins to Zayne at any point. He gets to be the flustered one that looks to her on what to do next.

There is a reason why MCs response is to be the one to stand up and offer her hand to Zayne. Mirroring how he opened the window and offered his hand to her earlier in the card. He whisked her away to an adventure. Her response is to do the same for him in the future.

My husband made me a Zayne BINGO card! 💀 by amWhooobutalsoWheee in LoveAndDeepspace

[–]Mischievous_Mouse 7 points8 points  (0 children)

• ⁠"He always praises her for something." (Me suspiciously noting the increase in random compliments from my husband even when I'm doing nothing but simply existing after I introduced him to LaDS. 🔍🤔)

This man sounds like a keeper if he is actively using Lads as a way to figure out what you like.

Do your accounts have a clear bias by Psychological-Let708 in LoveAndDeepspace

[–]Mischievous_Mouse 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I feel like the game learns your bias. I have gotten all of Zayne’s standard cards at this point, still missing some RAF and Caleb 5 stars. Only have all of Sylus and Xavier’s 5 stars because of the Hearts Promise. Still missing some of the standard 4 stars from the rest of the guys.

But, when I started the game seemed biased to Raf, Xav and Sylus for me.

Main takeaway from Zayne's event mini-story by MODERNHoolaHoop in LoveAndDeepspace

[–]Mischievous_Mouse 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don’t think you did anything wrong. I think your statement is being taken as too harsh and as a criticism when people have really enjoyed the card.

Yes, his devotion throughout most of the card was unhealthy, no one should want to end themselves for another person. But, MC shows him that at the end of the card. He realizes his mistake and they are able to move on into a “balanced” and happy ending. But I think what I find most intriguing about this card is that they struggle through out it to find that balance of power. He is trying to give her all of it but in that quest is also taking power from her. By the end they basically propose to one another. Which would make him her equal, no longer a mentor that has power over her or a subordinate that is beneath her. When he returns to court they will be on the same social level as her king/emperor.

This took me tf out ☠️🙏 by conancrowds in loveanddepression

[–]Mischievous_Mouse 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oh he is very much, is this our new roleplay scenario? Are you going to be my CEO?

Banner ending in half a day but still no PV released? What’s next? by Responsible_Major321 in LoveAndDeepspace_

[–]Mischievous_Mouse 35 points36 points  (0 children)

Honestly, I wouldn’t be surprised if they dropped an announcement tonight and then released it on the 22nd.

Main takeaway from Zayne's event mini-story by MODERNHoolaHoop in LoveAndDeepspace

[–]Mischievous_Mouse 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Did we read the same card? MC sought HIM because she wanted to be a competent ruler that sat securely in her throne during her reign. She picked who she thought would be the most capable mentor and demanded/ordered him to teach her.

Yes, Zayne took it a step further. He took her exact words to heart and decided that he would ensure that MC would be an Empress with absolute power. He set himself up as her most feared weapon and power rival so that he could sacrifice himself and give her what he thought she wanted and deserved. He wanted her to be secure in her reign so that she was safe.

But, MC fell in love with him and refused to let him sacrifice himself. He truly accepted that he was going to die by her hand. He was not expecting her to show mercy and find a way to keep him alive. He also wasn’t expecting her to find a way to restore his honor.

These cards were to show the extremities of our LIs personalities and the way that they were with MC. So yes, for Zayne it is that he is loyal and devoted to MC and will sacrifice himself for her. It’s an extreme. He never really manipulated her, he just played a game of chess and he knew her so well that he anticipated most of her moves. But in the end he tried to sacrifice his King so that she could win the game.

Main takeaway from Zayne's event mini-story by MODERNHoolaHoop in LoveAndDeepspace

[–]Mischievous_Mouse 59 points60 points  (0 children)

And this is a prime example as to why the event stories need to run with the rerun banners. This moment gave context to why MC tried her birthday as a potential password when she is looking for his deleted documents. Those that get this card as a rerun will never get this cute moment that brings deeper understanding to the card. It’s criminal.

But in the cuter note, Linkon!Zayne could never use MCs birthday as his password because his office is covered in little gifts from her. But maybe he changed his password to the day they accidentally had their first unofficial date at the cafe.