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Hey Ghost Hunt fans!

Seven Seas Entertainment has another survey up and I want to promote it again, because with the Ghost Hunt novels being rereleased and getting renewed attention in Japan, this seems like a really good time to ask for an English license!!!  Maybe if the fandom at large requests it every month this year, they’ll consider it!  >:)

LET’S DO THIS!

I just rly need this after today 🙃

I frickin accidentally deleted the first post and I didn't save anything so now I have to retype it!!! That's kay tho I thought of more

1. Crypto is snuggly af boi. He literally loves snuggling more than anything in the world. Wattson in her Nessy onesie = instant snuggie times

2. He takes any excuse he can to touch her: fixing the strings on her jacket when they get caught in her hood, offering her his hand to get down from high places, placing a hand on the small of her back to let her in front of him, etc.

3. Crypto actually LOVES skinship but they both don't want their relationship in view of the public so he keeps his distance from Wattson when they're around other people. When they're alone, he's all over her--holding her hand constantly and running his fingers through her hair and gently kissing her fingertips.

4. They don't care who is big spoon or little spoon so they frequently switch it up + tummy rubs!!!

5. If they're just hanging out on the couch, Wattson likes to drape herself on top of him as she reads/naps. He gives her back rubs.

6. On sleepless nights for Crypto, Wattson will stroke his hair until he finally can fall asleep. His nightmares also lessened when she started sleeping over regularly. At this point, they both have a hard time falling asleep without each other.

7. Even they keep their relationship private--save for a few coy jokes here and there--you can still see how Wattson lights up when Crypto enters the room, and vice versa.

8. Wattson has started working on a list of jokes for Hack. At this point Crypto has accepted it, and regularly looks at her list. He can't help the huge smile afterwards.

9. Crypto tries SO hard to be stoic but around Wattson he really can't help it--he smiles a LOT.

10. I just can't emphasize how soft!!! Crypto is for Wattson!!!

11. He gets her lots of little random gifts. Keychains, hair clips, charms, pencils and pens, tiny stuffed animals etc. She keeps the really special items on a shelf in her room on the dropship. Her personal favorite is a Nessy pencil topper. When not on her pencil, she keeps it in her pocket and plays with it when she needs to fidget.

12. Wattson has gotten really good at helping Crypto through his panic attacks. He's always embarrassed afterwards, but Wattson always reassures him that she just wants to make sure he's okay and that it never bothers her.

13. End of story they're two pun-wielding nerds in love I CANNOT get over them

But i'm so happy fuku and mori's partnership are now popularly called "Zenki soukoku" in the fandom

Chapters: 7/7 Fandom: Yu-Gi-Oh! VRAINS Rating: Teen And Up Audiences Warnings: Creator Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings, No Archive Warnings Apply Relationships: Fujiki Yuusaku/Revolver | Kougami Ryouken Characters: Fujiki Yuusaku, Revolver | Kougami Ryouken, Homura Takeru, Shima Naoki, Kusanagi Shouichi, they’re there for like three seconds, Ai | Ignis Additional Tags: Christmas, First Date, but not really, Awkwardness, Awkward Conversations, Confusion, they’re messy, Yuusaku Is Whipped, Ryouken Is Making It Up As He Goes, there’s a plot somewhere in here, I Wrote This Instead of Sleeping, the title is much more deep than this is, Or Is It?, Domestic, Mild Hurt/Comfort, Awkward Kissing, very awkward kissing Summary:

It starts with Takeru making an innocent question and everything spirals down from there.

(“Hello?” Yusaku snaps his mouth shut, teeth clicking loudly, and Ai snickers from somewhere in the room, no longer inhabiting his phone. He left it on speaker, and no matter how many times he presses the hang up button, it won’t do anything. “Playmaker? Is something the matter?”

Yusaku feels himself flushing red from his chest to his ears, and he glares at Ai, thinking that, if he survives this interaction, he’ll be becoming a line of broken code and nothing more.)

Since I already answered for Datastormshipping, let’s get it on with Ryoken and Yusaku. ヽ(o＾▽＾o)ノ

002 | Give me a character & I will tell you

Ryoken Kogami aka Revolver/Varis

How I feel about this character:

Other than the fact his IRL self reminds me of Stardust Dragon every time he shows up, I have a lot of feelings for this character. Not gonna lie, he’s one of the reasons why I got invested in Vrains so much. Like his predecessors (the rivals), Ryoken can be intimidating, overwhelming, dangerous and an extremist. He’s indescribably good-looking, intelligent, incredibly gifted with a strategic mind and an aptitude for both dueling and computer programming. He’s not the type of character who became an antagonist out of selfishness or evil, and his charisma and natural leadership skills makes him suitable to lead the Hanoi. He’s very dedicated to his goals. But underneath such imposing presence is just a boy burdened by the guilt and mistakes he did in the past. 

Because of his flaws, he’s far from perfect. He’s a conflicted character because he defines himself by his guilt and regret. He’s horrified by what happened to his father, but he also can’t help but look out for the victims he once saved. 

All the people I ship romantically with this character:

Yusaku ‘PLAYMAKER’ Fujiki (DSS FTW)

My non-romantic OTP for this character:

Respectfulshipping. At one point, I did consider shipping him with Ryoken romantically, but I do admire how their relationship is based on mutual trust and respect. Our resident Plant boy is just as crazy as the last one, but he provides his own brand of entertainment. I consider Spectre as one of the most well-written and interesting characters in the show. There’s a lot of layer to his character that makes him so compelling. He shows dedication and steadfast loyalty to Ryoken, yet he also shows remorse and angst over the lost of his Ignis. Lightning claims he tossed away his free will to serve Revolver, but Spectre debunks him completely by saying he chose to follow Revolver out of his own volition. 

Let’s not forget Ryoken’s side as well. We have a guy who claims he regrets saving the Lost Incident victims, and yet chooses to take Spectre under his wing. He expresses relief about Earth’s demise, but was shown to be concern of Spectre’s state. Heck, Spectre is even made second-in-command of the Hanoi, which says a lot about Ryoken’s trust in him. 

My unpopular opinion about this character:

The Lost Kids, mainly Yusaku, are actually his biggest weakness, and it would be interesting to see one of the bad guys (maybe Lightning) exploit that. 

One thing I wish would happen / had happened with this character in canon:

Ryoken proposing to Yusaku back XD 

Aside from letting go of his past to move forward, I want him to achieve proper closure with all the Lost Kids. I want him to discover a new future with Yusaku, one where he could be truly happy, a path where he can create a new positive experience that will replace all the negative ones. A world where they can coexist peacefully with the Ignis. 

And I have this crazy desire to see the Ignis call Ryoken their big brother //gets shot

my OTP:

DATASTORMSHIPPING!! Need I say more? σ(≧ε≦σ) ♡

my cross over ship:

Yusei Fudo (Blame Stardust Road and Stardust Dragon for this) 

Jack Atlas (The VA DUEL GOT ME BAD)

a headcanon fact:

Ryoken hadn’t liked being an only child. It had been incredibly lonely at times, especially since his father was such a workaholic, and he never had friends around his age. He really liked Yusaku from the moment he met him and had thought he’d finally found a friend, but now he laments on how fate could be so cruel. 

Yusaku Fujiki aka Playmaker 

 How I feel about this character:

A cold, taciturn protagonist who doesn’t like standing out yet driven by revenge at the beginning of the series? Color me interested since this hero/anti-hero sets a new bar for a Yu-Gi-Oh! Protagonists. From the way he views dueling to his connection with the rival character, Yusaku provides a flavor that is unique only to him. Apart from his dueling skills, he’s a computer whiz and an expert hacker, and his no-nonsense trait provides an interesting foil to Ai’s carefree nature.

And I’m not gonna lie… I felt attracted to this character the moment I saw his design. He just really reminds me so much for Serena, who’s my fave girl in Arc V. 

All the people I ship romantically with this character:

Ryoken ‘REVOLVER’  Kogami (DSS FTW) 

My non-romantic OTP for this character:

Aiballshipping! Protagonist + Aibou characters are always interesting to see. Another dynamic that provides quality entertainment and a very deep complicated circumstance. Ai turns out to be the result of an experiment by Dr. Kogami and he’s the Ignis based on the protagonist himself. Though he started out as nothing more than a hostage/live bait for Yusaku to use to lure the Knights of Hanoi to him, there’s no denying how much these two have grown together. Yusaku continues to be a tsundere about it, but he does indeed care for Ai’s well-being. 

My unpopular opinion about this character:

I mentioned how the LIV may be Ryoken’s biggest weakness, but it also can be said for Yusaku. Yusaku views Ryoken as his savior, his source of strength and hope, and he has shown how much he trusts and cares for him. Hurt Ryoken, then you’ll be getting emissary of revenge.

One thing I wish would happen / had happened with this character in canon: To finally be able to seize a new future with Ryoken. 

my OTP:  Same as above (￣▽￣)ノ

my cross over ship: None… (✧∀✧)/

a headcanon fact:

001| send me a ship and I will tell you:

When I started shipping it if I did:

I believe it was around Episode 12, the moment when Revolver realizes who Playmaker is.

My thoughts:

There’s more to their relationship than meets the eye, and it’s a different take on a protagonist-rival combo than we’re accustomed with.

Their dynamic sets them apart from others, even from the characters in Vrains itself, and it’s easily one of the most interesting aspects of the series. We have a protagonist who holds genuine feelings for the rival, who sees him as a source of strength and hope. On the other hand, we have a rival who’s constantly plagued by his guilt, and yet he displays considerable amount of care and respect for Yusaku. While they do believe in different futures, the world they live in is the same, and the fact that Yusaku will never stop reaching out for Ryoken is a true testament of his devotion. As the series progresses, it would be interesting to see how these two will eventually end up walking on the same path towards the future they deserve.

What makes me happy about them:

The fact they hold considerable amount of trust and respect for one another. Both are talented duelists and hackers, and despite being rivals, they end up helping one another. I also love how much of an influence Ryoken is on Yusaku’s life.

What makes me sad about them:

The thought of Ryoken never ever getting past his guilt. He continues to beat himself up for the mistakes he did and feels like he shouldn’t be forgiven. He continues to dine with ‘would have’s’ and ‘could have’s’, instead of moving on, and it pains him to see how much Yusaku is willing to forgive and accept him. Much of the tension between them results from Ryoken’s very nature as a person and as the son of the father responsible for ruining Yusaku’s childhood. He’s a conflicted character because he sees himself as not worthy of Yusaku’s affection. And he could never live with himself if he ever hurts him because of how broken he is. 

Things done in fanfic that annoys me:

With the fics I’ve read so far… Nothing really bothers me. Maybe over the top OOC moments?? But that’s it.

Things I look for in fanfic:

Writers who manage to portray them right and close to canon is always a win in my book. I also love it when the boys find themselves in awkward moments, especially in the romance department. I’m also weak for smooth!Ryoken, blushing!Yusaku, and jealous moments.

Who I’d be comfortable them ending up with, if not each other:

I’m sorry… I can’t imagine them ending up with anyone else. XD

My happily ever after for them:

I could make a list for this, but it would be very long XD. After all this conflict in Vrains, I truly desire for them to have a future they both deserve. I can see them getting along, hanging out, probably doing some programming jobs. Who knows? They’ll probably open up a center for kids and have a family of their own.

Who is the big spoon/little spoon:

They can be both, depends on the mood they’re in.

What is their favorite non-sexual activity:

i already shared this on twitter, but this is my first finished attempt at a VRAINS fic! i’m quite proud of this fic tbh aha. i hope y'all enjoy!

title: i have always been afraid of what it means to forgive

word count: 4,702

summary: He could not forgive himself; thus, it was unreasonable to expect others to grant him that same forgiveness.

i already shared this on twitter, but this is my first finished attempt at a VRAINS fic! i’m quite proud of this fic tbh aha. i hope y'all enjoy!

title: i have always been afraid of what it means to forgive

word count: 4,702

summary: He could not forgive himself; thus, it was unreasonable to expect others to grant him that same forgiveness.

Ryoken’s life was just like yusakus, as said before: Chosen for him.

To this day: Ryoken is STILL connected to his Father’s project and has been for the majority of life. He’s so deep rooted into it that it would be nearly impossible for him to get out of.

Not by himself.

Ryoken can’t simply change his decision even if he wanted to, HIS PATH. He has an entire affiliation who’re dedicated to the point of giving their LIVES for the elimination of the ignis, he can’t step down, he just CANT.

Along with being forced to be apart of the project by his father; when Ryoken was terrified with the glimpses he heard/saw of the kidnapped children and he believed it to be wrong and called the police, it was only to be shown as a wrong-doing when his father then got locked away then placed into a coma, where he would so later die in the series.

This could lead to a reason that Ryoken, not only feels guilty about the victim’s in the lost incident, but he feels responsible for his father’s death as well. Him thinking that If it weren’t for him making that phone call that one day, his father would still be alive.

I believe that’s why he stated why he “regretted” saving Yusaku that one day.

Also as Windy stated, that he killed his counterpart, with remembering that Ryoken’s Father created the Ignis, a child did end up dying because of the incident.

Ryoken has the guilt of all that his father left behind.

As well, he hasn’t had a moment to grieve over his Father’s death because he’s just so deep into this project that it’s literally the main focus of his life.

His purpose.

The tower of Hanoi pretty much confirmed this

I do believe Ryoken is a victim the Lost Incident (in a different way than the others were of course)

I think that’s why Yusaku wants to save Ryoken, even if the reason may of been a different at the beginning. After seeing how Ryoken was after the reveal, a whole new situation came up.

Seeing how deep he was in the project even after it disbanded, it still continued to warp the mind of another victim.

How Ryoken thinks is unhealthy, the situation he’s in, Ryoken was never freed, but only weeded into it even further.

Ryoken has nobody he can vent to, or tell his problems to. Don’t get me wrong, there is Spectre, but I feel as a leader of the Hanoi Knights he feels that he can’t show his weakness or get his guard down for others. He HAS to be strong.

Which is silly since he’ll gladly listen and sympathize with others. He validates every side and doesn’t give them any reason to hold back, he truly does care.

He just has alot of weight to carry on his shoulders and I’m personally just waiting for him to snap during a duel with Yusaku.

Yusaku is what Ryoken NEEDS to free him of the fate he was trapped into.

Yusaku has already stated said before how with his bond with Ryoken he can vent to him and tell him his weaknesses, what hurts him, anything.

Yusaku wants to save him, and will keep extending his arm out for him, and will keep fighting *FOR* Ryoken

He just wants what’s best for the most important thing to him.

Boy, that scene at Cafe Nagi, huh? I was so happy to see these two interact in real life again, even if for a short time. As short as it was, I think the scene offered a lot. Of course, I had thoughts about how I would have liked it to go if it continued. So, without further ado, enjoy my continuation to the end of episode 73!

Ship: Datastormshipping (YusakuxRyoken)

Art by:  Gearous