Fiery Frolic!

Mugs and Matchstick 

Theres a lot Im working on right now but Cuphead finally came out on the switch and I got to play for the first time! I’ve watched so many playthroughs but playing it is so much fun. 

Currently Im stuck on the Carnival Crew and IM NOT LOOKING FORWARD TO FIGHTING THIS BOY.

Id been wanting to try doing simple watercolor stuff again and well, Cuphead has always been inspiration to get back into traditional mediums so thought one of the bosses would be the perfect subject to paint.

dreams about dreams

Incoming cuphead spam. 

“Could you not do that?”

“What the hell is this?”

“I’m just a little angry right now, so if you could…”

“Excuse me? What?”

“I don’t want to be doing this now!”

“Do you want to talk about it?”

“Move, I need to punch something.”

“Nothing I’ve been doing is working.”

“I know you’re upset, but maybe you need a break.“

“I get it, it’s frustrating, but you can do this.”

“The next person I see is going to be met with some unpleasant backlash.”

“Why are people idiots?!”

“How stupid do you have to be…?!”

“You’re grumbling a lot to yourself.”

“I’m not spending the rest of my day in a foul mood because of you. We’re sorting this out now.”

“This is aggravating as all hell.”

“You’re infuriating.”

“Are you having a bad day or are you just naturally an ass?”

“It’s called having a bad day. I get it.”

“Leave my general vicinity unless you feel like a fight.”

“You’re mad. I make a good punching bag. Let’s work this off.”

“I can’t think clearly right now.”

“Nope, not dealing with this. Nope I refuse.”

“Not in the mood for this right now.”

Grim was busy watching over the second isle as normal. He so very much enjoyed watching the children go around in their costumes from ride to ride to get candy. It absolutely warmed his heart. Of course, he heard someone enter, he listened closely for the other to call him.

Instead, Grim caught a whiff of dog-rose tea, and naturally, his tail started waggling. He knew exactly who it was based on the scent alone. It was Mugman, paying him a visit. Thump thump thump went his tail. It was a little stronger than normal, but Grim hadn’t given it much thought. 

When he heard Mugman’s voice, Grim naturally turned his head to look at the other and…his eyes widened in horror the moment he saw his face. Tears instantly pricked the corners of his eyes.“M-M-M-M-Mugman!! I-I-I-I– W-w-w-what ha-h-ha-ha-h-appened?! T-to y– y-y-y-your face!! I-I-I– M-M-Mu–a-a-a-are you o-o-o, a-are y-y-you o-o-o-okay?!” What a foolish question, how could he be okay, he was losing the essence of his soul every passing moment.

“Oh, not much, really. I just,“ Mug paused, coming up with the right words, “was wondering how long have you been living here. Maybe you’ve got a chance to see some other ceramic beings treating similar wounds or somethin’. Don’t worry if you didn’t, I am just makin’ sure.”

Honestly, the mug knew he looked out right terrible if not terrifying. Though, he was running out of options here.

Grim was busy watching over the second isle as normal. He so very much enjoyed watching the children go around in their costumes from ride to ride to get candy. It absolutely warmed his heart. Of course, he heard someone enter, he listened closely for the other to call him.

Instead, Grim caught a whiff of dog-rose tea, and naturally, his tail started waggling. He knew exactly who it was based on the scent alone. It was Mugman, paying him a visit. Thump thump thump went his tail. It was a little stronger than normal, but Grim hadn’t given it much thought. 

When he heard Mugman’s voice, Grim naturally turned his head to look at the other and…his eyes widened in horror the moment he saw his face. Tears instantly pricked the corners of his eyes.“M-M-M-M-Mugman!! I-I-I-I– W-w-w-what ha-h-ha-ha-h-appened?! T-to y– y-y-y-your face!! I-I-I– M-M-Mu–a-a-a-are you o-o-o, a-are y-y-you o-o-o-okay?!” What a foolish question, how could he be okay, he was losing the essence of his soul every passing moment.

“Oh, not much, really. I just,“ Mug paused, coming up with the right words, "was wondering how long have you been living here. Maybe you’ve got a chance to see some other ceramic beings treating similar wounds or somethin’. Don’t worry if you didn’t, I am just makin’ sure.”

The carnival was finished with it’s Halloween Haunt decorations. The Baroness was already on her way back to the Sugarland Castle, most of the rides were teeming with horror decor, and the workers…were all in the break tent discussing the invitations they all received. “Just what does Mr. Devil think he’s doin’?! Throwin’ a fancy masquerade ball and inviting darn near everyone on the isle!! Including us ex-debtors!!” Wally squawked. “I don’t trust it. I don’t like it. I don’t like it at all.” “I agree. I mean, I’m not the smartest guy around, but even I can tell this is a trap!” Beppi pitched. “Dj-Dj-Dj-Djimmi, can’t you see i-i-into the future and see what he’s planning?” Djimmi shook his head at Grim’s question.  “Sorry, pal!” There was a poof of blue-green smoke and a binder with the word ‘SCRIPT’ in red appeared in Djimmi’s hand that he flipped through. “The script hasn’t been written out for that week yet.” After a few more moments of flipping through, Djimmi threw the binder over his shoulder, where a cat screamed in pain off-screen as the screen shook. Grim sighed at the response, ears drooping somberly.  “Did anyone else get called by Mugman?” Beppi asked. “I know Cuphead called Bonnie, but it wasn’t exactly a sweet reception!” “O-o-o-oh!! D-d-d-did Bon Bon finally get ph-ph-ph-phones up and running in Sugarland?!” “Uh, no. That’s why it was a poor reception.” 

Grim was busy watching over the second isle as normal. He so very much enjoyed watching the children go around in their costumes from ride to ride to get candy. It absolutely warmed his heart. Of course, he heard someone enter, he listened closely for the other to call him.

Instead, Grim caught a whiff of dog-rose tea, and naturally, his tail started waggling. He knew exactly who it was based on the scent alone. It was Mugman, paying him a visit. Thump thump thump went his tail. It was a little stronger than normal, but Grim hadn’t given it much thought. 

When he heard Mugman’s voice, Grim naturally turned his head to look at the other and…his eyes widened in horror the moment he saw his face. Tears instantly pricked the corners of his eyes.“M-M-M-M-Mugman!! I-I-I-I– W-w-w-what ha-h-ha-ha-h-appened?! T-to y– y-y-y-your face!! I-I-I– M-M-Mu–a-a-a-are you o-o-o, a-are y-y-you o-o-o-okay?!” What a foolish question, how could he be okay, he was losing the essence of his soul every passing moment.

“Wow, now!” He raised his hands in the assuring gesture. “It is fine, it is okay! I know, I don’t look my best, but shhh, I ain’t dyin’!” He hoped. “I will need you to calm a bit, if you want to help. Okay?”