#countdown meme

Who holds--

The umbrella, when it rains - Zalaojin, except if he needs to he will be the umbrella. Anything to make sure Kiri stays dry (alternatively if Kiri is ever on his back, she can hold the umbrella, and that’s the most adorable thing let’s be real).

The popcorn at the cinema - Kiri, because if she doesn’t hold it, Zaolaojin just eats all of it.

The baby, when it cries - Kiri, but Jin will wake up after a moment and hold both of them before practically falling asleep against Kiri. Finn helps keep the large man standing so that he doesn't squish Kiri or Avah’hul.

The ice cream cone, when they share - Zalaojin because he’s terrible and wants to also hold Kiri at the same time, and, quite honestly, make her work for it . The joys of being incredibly tall compared to your girlfriend.

The remote, when they sit down to watch a movie - Kiri, because Jin has a bad habit of turning it down WAY too low because his ears are so big and he picks up sound so much more than Kiri. He also will always try to climb on her lap during horror movies because then he just hears noises everywhere and is both terrified but strongly wants to protect her.

The basket, when they go shopping - Zalaojin, because he’s a gentleman and strong, therefore he should carry the basket.

The door, on dates - Zalaojin of course! The only time Kiri ever gets to hold open the door is if his hands are full. And then he pouts about it for the next ten days.

The other’s hand, most often - Zalaojin, because he’s been through enough battles that it’s caused him to reach for Kiri’s hand on instinct so that he can convince himself she really is there.

Their breath, upon seeing the other on their wedding day - Zalaojin, naturally. He just can’t really believe that this is happening. It’s not a future he saw for himself.

The camera, when they take pictures together - Kiri, because when Zalaojin holds it he has a really bad habit of only taking picture of Kiri.

Ship Countdown (though it is technically a count UP)

– One place that holds special meaning for them A cliff that overlooks the Echo Isles. Zalaojin found it one day, showed it to Kiri, and it’s become a place that both of them go to whenever they’re feeling any particular way. It’s also the one place Kiri knows she can find Jin if he doesn’t come home by the time the sun sets. He goes there when he’s not feeling at his best.

– Two arguments they just can’t ever seem to resolve

Zalaojin actually gets really anxious about Kiri traveling with him, because while he has combat experience, Kiri doesn’t have much. It’s something he’s given up on arguing with her about, though, because they can’t seem to come to an agreement. So, he continues to let her travel with him by ensuring that she has a strong mount that can protect her (this is totally the reason why he got her a Falcosaur as a mount). He also brings Rooster with them whenever possible because he knows Rooster will protect Kiri (to the best of his rooster abilities). Kiri may or may not be catching onto the fact that Jin worries about her safety when he’s not around.

Kiri often feels she can’t do much about Zalaojin’s flirting habits. As much as he tells her he’ll stop, he has a tendency to let a few comments slip out before catching himself. It’s an argument that has stopped coming up on the premise that Zalaojin is still adjusting to the entire idea of actually being in a relationship after he’d grown so accustomed to nothing but one night stands and fleeting romances. Kiri gives him the benefit of the doubt whenever she can, but she’s known to grab his arm and drag him away from situations when she’s feeling particularly territorial over him.

– Three skills they tackle learning or mastering together

Gardening (Zalaojin is a herbalist anyway).

Tai Chi.

Bread making.

– Four meals or places they tend to eat

Pancakes and sausage (one of Jin’s favorites).

White rice with meat, and strawberries on the side (one of Kiri’s favorites).

Ice cream, of any flavor.

Strawberry salad.

– Five dates or events they’ll never forget

That one date that ended up in disaster because some Dark Iron Dwarves decided to crash the party!

The very first time they met.

Their wedding, when it happens.

The first time Kiri had to nurse Jin back to health after an unexpected attack from an “unknown” attacker. Zalaojin barely managed to fight the other man off before collapsing from his injuries. Kiri had to get him onto the back of her Falcosaur and tug her mount by the reins to get Zalaojin safely home.

The date that Zalaojin took her on during Azeroth’s Love is in the Air holiday. It was a beautiful day to share.

– Six friends they share and love to hang out with together

Amita Dakini. She has far too much fun teasing them both about their… love life.

Shion Rejamike. As someone Zalaojin considers his little brother, it was only natural that Kiri and Shion end up becoming good friends as well.

Jamba. He always makes sure these two lovebirds remember how to relax after a long day.

(These are kind of the only friends that Jin and Kiri share AT THE MOMENT. I know that Jin knows a lot more of my characters, but Kiri hasn’t officially met any of them yet, so we’ll go with these three for now).

– Seven activities or hobbies they like to share

Painting - Jin is mediocre at first, and his forte is in random designs, but the more he and Kiri paint together the better he gets. She teaches him new things every time.

Animal care - being a hunter, Zalaojin has his fair share of pets, and Kiri has a few animals to take care of herself. It’s an easier activity to do when they can help each other.

(//stares into the distance at this one do you have any idea how difficult this meme is the answer is really difficult).

– Eight non-sexual things one does that the other finds attractive What Jin finds attractive about Kiri:

The happiness on Kiri’s face when she dances.

How she takes such good care of her little raptor Derp and her rooster.

The way she treats everyone she meets with kindness.

Her enthusiasm about new things.

What Kiri finds attractive about Jin:

When he stretches because it further amplifies his height.

How he styles his hair before he goes anywhere.

The way he is so meticulous about the care of his various pets and their needs.

His overall friendliness toward others,

– Nine shows/books/games/any media they both love

Hearthstone.

Stare off. Because they both secretly just like kissing.

I spy. An oldie but a goodie, and it’s a cute game to play!

Treasure hunting. Jin brings back things for Kiri, and then hides them, and then gives her a list of clues so she can find it. He helps if she gets stumped!

Twister, but with paint, because they can make a mess and clean each other up after.

They read cheesy romance books together.

(I TRIED YOU GUYS)

– Ten ways they say “I love you”

“Please come home safe.”

When Jin sends a letter while traveling that ends with “I miss you”.

When Kiri hides various little snacks throughout Jin’s bags before he leaves for a taks she can’t join him on.

When Jin picks a sleeping Kiri up off the floor after she’s been painting all day, gets her in the bath, cleans up her workspace, cleans her up, and then puts her to bed.

How he curls around her protectively in his sleep.