#iwaken

Come trick or treating in my inbox! Leave a “Trick or Treat” and a character or ship in an ask, and I’ll treat you to some autumn-themed fluff or trick you with some twisted spooky aus!

Trick So as usual, Ezzy and I have no chill, and may or may not have challenged each other to take a list of pretty, soft autumn prompts and use those for our tricks this year. At least, that’s what I heard, in between the sass and the frankly terrifying butter gifs… Anyway, this one’s prompt is “admiring the colors of the fallen leaves"

There was a soft and tender scent in the air, dark, wet earth beneath a cover of leaves that had not yet rotted or blown away from last year’s autumn. Hajime walked as silent as ever through the wide spaces between the trees. Part of him, a vague, half-formed part, wondered if he was even capable of something so human as noise anymore.

A sturdy breeze passed through the canopy, unhooking some of the leaves from their tethers above and sending them drifting down toward Hajime and the rest of the creepy things lurking amongst the roots. He reached up and caught one by the stem, twirling it between his fingers. This one was a mottled collection of colors, yellow and red with a hint of green still clinging here and there. A snapping twig behind him had him smiling. He didn’t even bother looking away from the leaf as he said, “You know, there are other ways to get my attention.”

“You shouldn’t be here.” Hajime’s smile went a little wider, and a little softer. “Gross. Don’t make that face.”

“You going to show yourself today?” Hajime asked. Another breeze moved through, and Hajime caught a second leaf. He settled it next to the first, a bouquet in the making. Kenma didn’t answer. “Okay. You don’t have to,” Hajime said, and walked on.

He knew Kenma was walking with him. The woods were growing silent, a moment’s pause as they neared the edge. Soon, the wailing would begin, the sobbing and the keening, all the sounds that Hajime wasn’t sure he could even produce anymore. Soon, when the fire reached the other end of the village tucked in a little bend in the treeline, like the elbow of a river, like the cradle of a valley, but never meant for human habitation. It was the natural order of things, and Hajime had set it right. Kenma had helped, his winds stirring and shaping the flames so that they lept from thatched roof to thatched roof, but left the treeline alone. Sure, they had kept it mostly away from the innocent. There were casualties in any war, though. The red of the leaves matched the blood on both of their hands.

Finally, Kenma did manifest, a small and cool hand slipping into Hajime’s own to pluck the leaves away. Kenma moved them to his other hand, then twined their empty fingers together. He considered the contrast, one pale yellow elm leaf and one red-gold-green from a maple.

“They’ll be back,” he said, not looking at Hajime. Hajime nodded, not looking at Kenma.

https://archiveofourown.org/works/24192091    

Summary: Kenma never noticed the flower shop across the street. He’d glimpsed the workers a few times, his eyes catching on them when they’d walk past, but never put the pieces together despite the shop being there for years. That was until Kuroo & his partners wanted matching orange blossom tattoos. Will one tattoo change his life for the better? Or will he just leave there with some flowers.

Words: 1246

Chapters: 1/? 

Last Updated: May 14, 2020

It’s Kenma’s birthday and Kenma’s birthday always makes me really excited!! This year, I wanted to post something about my favorite Kenma ships. (Hopefully I post it on the 16th and don’t forget...) 

I love Kenma with almost any second or third year character. I’m not picky. But there are definitely ships I see as superior or my go to in reading or rp. 

1. Kuroo x Kenma - Childhood friends to eventual lovers. They already get along so well and respect and value each other while maintaining a teasing and fun relationship. They understand each other. They see each others abilities. They work well together. They’ve known each other for a long time. Even in AU’s where they haven’t, their personalities still balance each other out and push each other to be better versions of themselves. And Kuroo doesn’t mind Kenma’s personality which can be blunt and rough around the edges. He’s not the easiest person to handle. But Kuroo knows how and knows not to take things personally. And I just love them. There’s so many things I don’t have the time to write here.

2. Bokuto x Kenma - I feel like Bokuto could pull Kenma out of his shell more and open up his world. Plus there are some similarities between Bokuto and Kuroo and I love Kuroken so why not. But I also feel like Kenma could respect Bokuto and vice versa and Kenma would find his enthusiasm and occassionally childlike behavior endearing. And I think, like Kuroo, Bokuto could brush off Kenma’s sarcasm and blunt/rude behavior and comments. But when he couldn’t, Kenma would be able to take a chill pill and comfort him. I think their vastly different energy levels and different mental abilities would be their biggest obstacle but they could work. And they balance each other out well. Plus Bokuto getting so excited he ends up making Kenma just a little bit excited for something or at least smiling is so cute.

3. Daishou x Kenma - A fairly rare pair but someone once pointed out that Kenma seems to be the only Nekoma player Daishou respects and likes and doesn’t want to see hurt. And ever since then I have shipped them. I think Kenma could handle Daishou’s personality and Daishou would respect him. And I just think the snake has a soft spot for the kitty and could turn him on to the idea. Again, he’s a more outgoing person like the other two so I feel he’s a good match. On the downside, I’m not sure he’ll call Kenma out for his bullshit as much as the others and I’m not sure Kenma will do the same for him either. So maybe they aren’t the sweet couple you want to invite for tea..?

4. Kyoutani/Yamamoto/Tanaka x Kenma - Either one of these or all three. I love the balance of these rough and loud boys with this quiet but honest strong Kenma. I love the idea of these three getting in trouble and Kenma just shaking his head and grabbing them by the ear. I love the amount of sighing Kenma would probably do. Also, I think they would all be able to handle Kenma’s personality and brush off his sarcasm. And they’d pull him out into the world more. 

5. Lev x Kenma - I got accidentally turned onto this ship a little while ago and it’s probably the only ship on here with a first year, but I think Lev works well personality wise for many of the same reasons Bokuto and Kuroo do. I think it would take time and a lot of heartache on Lev’s part before it clicked, but I can def see Lev with Kenma. Kenma’s sarcasm might be difficult for Lev but many of the comments would bounce off. And Lev is persistent enough to get through to Kenma, especially if Kenma loved him.

6. Oikawa x Kenma - Again, a more outgoing extroverted person works well with Kenma. Also both are intelligent and Kenma could stand his ground and call out Oikawa’s bullshit while Oikawa could easily handle social stuff Kenma didn’t want to deal with. Downside... Kenma would be a lot more noticed than he probably feels like being. But I think the two could work it out. And Oikawa dressing Kenma up in awesome clothes and helping him find another side to himself or just the two of them on the couch with apple pie and milkbread is cute.

Now we’re getting to some of the pairs I like, but think might not be as interesting to read about or rp. Mostly because I see them as being calm and very domestic without a lot of interesting things happening unless it’s an Au and you throw some problems in.

7. Iwaizumi x Kenma - Iwaizumi is fairly calm and level headed and so is Kenma. Though Kenma could definitely get on Iwa’s annoyed side with his blunt almost rudeness and disregard for hygiene, chores, and everything else he has no interest in. But aside from that, it’s a fairly calm relationship and I think they could still balance each other out. Plus both of them bitching about what stupid thing their childhood best friend did now or coming home after babysitting said friend at some hang out all night and just being exasperated and done together is cute.

8. Akaashi and Kenma - This is only so low on the list because it’s too calm for me. Both of them are similar personalities and would get along fine but I feel both do better with an opposite to open up their world more. But, that said, Kenma and Akaashi being the quiet couple in the corner observing everyone so they can bitch and gossip later is great!

9. Kageyama x Kenma - I actually do like this one but I’m still new to this idea and haven’t seen a lot for them which is why it’s so far down. But if someone has some good fics or headcanons for these two, PLEASE SEND THEM MY WAY. Thanks.

TRICK-OR-TREAT

come trick-or-treat in my inbox requesting ficcies and I’ll either treat you to some fluff or humor or trick you with a horribly twisted sad AU  (I’ll use a random generator to pick trick or treat)

TREAT

Leaves scuttled across the empty road and Hajime watched them without really seeing them.  His mind was a galaxy away.  And then some.

Cold hands settled against the back of his neck and he jumped.

“What I don’t understand is how you love monster movies so much yet you jump so badly when scared.”  Kenma’s cold hands slid off his neck as Kenma leaned forward to peer up at him.  He was wearing a baseball cap - one of Matsukawa’s from the look of it - and had his hair tucked up into it messily.  He was also wearing Hajime’s favorite scarf and one of his favorite jackets and honestly no one should look decent in that hodgepodge mess of an outfit but somehow he did.  Or maybe it was just because Hajime hadn’t seen him for almost a year that was making him look so good.

“Well what I don’t understand,” Hajime replied, “is how you can look like a model for some bizarre teen fashion magazine when I know damn well you’ve been on a plane for ten hours, probably haven’t showered for at least two days, and are wearing three different people’s clothing.”

Kenma gave him a smirk.  “Twelve hours.  Three and a half days.  Six people,” he leaned and pressed his shoulder against Hajime’s arm, “and none of it is mine,” he whispered conspiratorially.

“Six-”  He glanced at Kenma’s outfit again.  Hat, scarf, jeans, jacket, long sleeved t-shirt.  Five pieces of clothing he could see.  He groaned softly.  “Please tell me your underwear is actually yours.”

“Get Oikawa to buy me a hot chocolate and maybe I’ll tell you.”  Kenma looked up at him innocently and he sighed again.

Then Hajime grinned and held his arm up for Kenma to slip under and he happily wrapped him in a hug.

“Welcome home,” he said.

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Iwaken:

notp / not really / meh / I could / sometimes / maker, yes / my otp babbies

and answer:

Who is the most affectionate?

Kenma!  But only when no one is around.  Otherwise, he gets way too shy, and Iwaizumi is far too attentive to him to not make him feel uncomfortable in public.  They hold hands though, and try to pretend it’s as casual as possible.

Big spoon/Little spoon?

Iwaizumi is absolutely the big spoon.  Those arm muscles were made for cuddling.

Most common argument?

They don’t really argue, and I certainly don’t think they are the kind of people who disagree very often.  However, Kenma stays up far too late playing video games and Iwaizumi is constantly worried about his health and if he’s getting enough rest.

Favorite non-sexual activity?

I think they love sitting around and watching movies together or playing games.  There’s something simple and domestic about them and though Iwaziumi gets a little competitive when they play Mario Kart, so does Kenma so it all balances out. :)

Who is most likely to carry the other?

PLEASE.  Iwaizumi’s arms are perfect for three things: spiking, cuddling, and carrying his loved ones.

Nicknames?

I don’t think they are too into nicknames, but the first time Kenma called him “Hajime”, Iwaizumi had to excuse himself from the room before he exploded from embarrassment.

Who worries the most?

Kenma!  Though I firmly believe Iwaizumi is one of those people who worries all the time but handles it better.

Who tops?

My boi....my Iwaziumi....so strong...

Who initiates kisses?

Kenma does!  I bet he gets really annoyed when he wants affection because Iwaizumi won’t initiate much unless he is ABSOLUTELY CERTAIN Kenma wants it because he doesn’t want to push any of Kenma’s boundaries.  They have spent MANY nights dancing around each other before Kenma finally got fed up and planted one on him.

Who wakes up first?

If Kenma hasn’t stayed up, I actually think he wakes up first.  Iwaizumi strikes me as the kind of person who would FORCE himself to wake up early even though he’s not a morning person just because he doesn’t want to waste the day, while Kenma is one of those people who is a naturally early riser. (He just always spends an extra hour or two on his phone.)

Who says I love you first?

My heart says Iwaziumi does. :’)  He’s a little sappy.

Kuroyaku

notp / not really / meh / I could / sometimes / maker, yes / my otp babbies

and answer:

Who is the most affectionate?

KUROO.  he does it to “bother” Yaku, but they both know Yaku loves the attention.

Big spoon/Little spoon?

Yaku INSISTS on being the bigger spoon and Kuroo finds it endlessly hilarious, though there’s something really nice about being cuddled from behind - a security and sense of protection that Kuroo really loves.  He absolutely makes fun of Yaku when Yaku’s nose is pressed into his back though.

Most common argument?

I don’t think they argue so much as razz each other.  They’re great friends and teammates before they get together, and there’s that underlying camaraderie that just continues once they become a couple.  My personal favorite idea is them kissing slow and gentle in the morning only for Yaku to pull back and say “Your breath smells like ass.”  Cue Kuroo pinning Yaku under him and intentionally blowing his terrible breath in Yaku’s face.

Favorite non-sexual activity?

Playing volleyball and watching stupid movies together!  I have a strong feeling in my heart that Yaku loves horror films and always takes Kuroo to them.

Who is most likely to carry the other?

Yaku....bless his heart...he’s so confident but Kuroo’s got those arms and thighs...Kuroo is able to throw Yaku over his shoulder and carry him away no matter how much Yaku protests.

Nicknames?

YAKKUN.....MY HEART.

Who worries the most?

Yaku!  He’s one of those people who absolutely worries himself sick about other people.

Who tops?

They definitely switch, but Yaku enjoys powerbottoming.  Kuroo is down for whatever.

Who initiates kisses?

They both do!  It’s harder for Yaku though...bless my son but he is s-h-o-r-t.

Who wakes up first?

Kuroo!  He always cuddles in closer when he realizes Yaku is still asleep though.

Who says I love you first?