#1st ask

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I am very sorry to the anon that sent in the first ever ask of this blog (which was something along the lines of “How would Yahya court a romantic interest?”)

I accidentally posted my reply before it was finished, and in my haste, I deleted the post, not realising that also deleted the ask itself

Once again, I apologise, mystery anon :'D

Though the ask specified Yahya courting someone . . . I couldn't resist adding some other things.

In any case, I hope this is what you wanted— if not, feel free to resend the ask!

— Psychic

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Things to Note

he is honestly very bigoted— no amount of love will change that so easily, if at all.

It's unlikely that he will court any member of a different species, the opposite sex, or even a carnivore.

His view of Beastars society is very warped, and at times, it will seem as if he is projecting those views onto you.

Likewise, the walls he’s put up around himself are difficult to penetrate, which may leave a prospective S/O wondering if the relationship is one-sided.

He does love you, though— he simply isn't very affectionate at first, second, or even third glance.

All in all, both parties will need to put in work if this relationship is to be a healthy one.

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In General

Yahya isn't the type to date around blindly— he may sleep around, however, he doesn't consider that to be as personal as actually courting someone.

Still, if he's attracted to you, you must have caught his attention in some way.

Perhaps you were a carnivore nearly died defending your herbivore companions?

Maybe, you were rescued by the Black Devil after being attacked by a vicious carnivore?

It's also possible that you used your talents to highlight or solve an important issue in society, and was rewarded by the Sublime Beastar himself.

In any case, if you know that Yahya is attracted to you and vice versa, it's best to tell him directly

An antsy Yahya is a destructive Yahya— something that the carnivores of society know all too well.

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Same-Sex and/or Non-Genderconforming S/O

you will know when he becomes interested in you, because then he will make a serious effort to understand you.

Eventually, he is able to rationalise your orientation and gender identity— it’s not the same as absolute acceptance, but it is a start

He is still very ignorant about the finer details of everything, but he is very receptive to feedback.

After all, he's going to all this effort in an attempt to know you — the real you.

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Carnivore S/O

even if he’s dating you, don't expect his attitude towards carnivores to shift overnight.

If anything, you're one of the few “interesting” and “good” ones

Still, the more time he spends with you, the more his horizons broaden and the more he understands just how horrid his previous views were

You more than likely know all of the rumours about the Black Devil, and you may be curious as to how accurate those rumours are

Yahya is more than willing to keep you in the dark about his less than . . . honest activities

You'll have grown on him, and he doesn't want to end up scaring you away

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Different Species S/O

while he would prefer to be in a relationship with a member of his own kind, he doesn't mind being with a herbivore of another species

You may share some of his views regarding certain topics, or, you may not.

Herbivores are very varied in their thinking patterns— and so, it's possible that you may subconsciously affirm Yahya’s beliefs that herbivores are superior

Though, that isn't a fair comparison.

As his S/O, you are already superior to everyone.

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Interaction

No matter your sex, gender identity and species, you’re very wary of Yahya.

Although herbivores treat their Beastar with the utmost respect . . . even they know how terrifying Yahya is— he’s able to hold his own against several carnivores his size with ease.

As you date, this wariness lessens until it is virtually non-existent.

Instead, the wariness is replaced by an odd sense of comfort.

Your S/O is the Beastar — you have nothing to worry about, and you can just sit back and enjoy life.

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Dating

Yahya prefers not to show himself to the public unless it is absolutely necessary.

I hope you don't mind staying indoors . . . you will be doing it a lot.

You may be able to convince him to take you out — but even then, Yahya is able to pull rank, leaving the both of you very isolated from others.

You want to go out to eat? Fantastic choice— so fantastic in fact, that Yahya’s reserved the entire venue!

Want to go to a theme park? Would you look at that— all of the rides are free of charge, and the place is practically a ghost town except for the theme park staff!

Disappointed that all the tickets to a certain movie are sold out? Don't worry— Yahya managed to save the both of you VIP seating.

This being said . . . material gifts are nice and all, but they are no substitute for the emotional part of a relationship.

Yahya isn't too sure he can give that to you.

Your attempts at flirting fall flat more often than not— similarly, Yahya’s double entendres go right over your head

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Issues You Face As A Couple

As stated above, Yahya will sooner show his affection through gifts rather than words.

But, being on the receiving end of expensive gifts all of the time can make anyone feel like a free loader.

Sometimes, you just want to cuddle and be close to the one you love.

That's a seemingly impossible request at times— Yahya loves you, but he has his duties, as well.

You will have to accept that his role as Beastar comes first.

If you're a carnivore and it's discovered that the Sublime Beastar is courting you, you can expect your fellow carnivores to treat you with suspicion.

This alienates you further— even if you were to break up with each other, you won't ever be able to rid yourself of the “Black Devil’s Lover” label.