MASTERPOST
[this AU is currently in the process of a revamp! Stay tuned...]
Basic Info:
This AU is a swap AU to the @cult-au-askblog created by @nashdoesstuff. Here, Killer, a college student under heavy stress, joins a cult that worships the God of Positivity, Dream. Dream finds interest in Killer, and gives more attention to him than any other cultist. Killer blindly follows Dream, thinking that if he is to Believe in the Light, the Light will give back.
CHARACTERS:
BACKGROUND:
Killer grew up in a strict household, and went to catholic schools throughout his teenage years after his parents realized his mental health got progressively worse. During their senior year, they opened up about their feelings and who he felt he was as a person, and his parents despised it. As soon as he turned 18, he was kicked out and told to move in with a friend. This friend committed suicide a year later, and Killer was left with a college dormitory and two annoying [and very flirty] roommates. Throughout freshman year in college, Killer felt hopeless, and nothing he did worked. He wondered what they had done wrong: they believed in Christ for ages (forcefully), given back to his community, helped others- why wouldn't anything good happen with him? One day, while working his second job as a waiter, one of his clients asked him if he was doing okay. Despite Killer's jabs at telling them he was okay, they didn't listen. They insisted he go to a "support group" nearby the forest, alone. Killer was hesitant, but went with it anyways. He had tried everything, what other choice did he have? Upon arrival, this didn't seem like any ordinary group. They all wore the same clothing lined with gold and a strange symbol on their belt. Shortly after, he realized he was brought into a cult's meeting by the leader of it. They told them to not worry, as everything would be okay with some explanation. They worshipped the god named Dream, the God of Positivity, because he supposedly gave his followers lives of peace and happiness. Killer decided to join, reluctant. After his second meeting, a prized possession of his, a knitted scarf, was sacrificed to this god. He also got a tattoo in the form of a star on his right arm. The scary part is, no tattoo gun was used. It was some form of staff, and it radiated energy Killer had never felt before. Since then, he's been hearing and seeing strange things pop up in his room. Turns out, Dream liked him a lot, and wanted to make sure he was "at his happiest." Killer was visited by him every night, and always ended up sleeping with a smile on his face. Maybe this whole cult thing was actually good. He's never felt better. OTHER:
Killer is an AFAB demi-boy who uses He / They pronouns. His friend who committed suicide helped with transition surgery costs. Killer is 5β6. He finds film to be interesting and an escape from the real world. He can just write something down and imagine it being acted out. The three languages he speaks are English, Spanish, and Arabic. He wants to learn more, but can't find the motivation to do so. Killer uses his name to mask their deadname. It was meant to be temporary, but they grew a liking to it. He is gay. Killer's text is in red.
BACKGROUND:
Cross was diagnosed with depression in high school, but later, after many therapy sessions, was rid of it. He was inspired by his counselor to go help other people, so he decided to study psychology to assist others in crisis. Cross met Killer on a forum about film design. Since then, he's been trying to help him, as he's noticed their tired look in appearance and some of the stuff he talks about in DMs. Though, he isn't as worried as they tend to talk about his family a lot. They seem like nice and accepting people!
OTHER
Cross uses He / Him pronouns. Cross' podcast is about real life stories, and how people have overcome tough situations. It's meant to be a podcast on inspiration, and Killer listens to it every time he updates it (mostly just to support him.) Cross is 5β7. Cross is bisexual! He has a bit of a thing for fashion and considered pursuing design for some time before finding the mental health field more interesting. He can sew really well! He has a sewing machine and makes his own clothing often. Despite his age, he's never drunk before and doesn't want to. Cross has dimples! Dream doesn't like Cross all that much. He thinks he should be the only one helping them. Cross' text is in purple.
BACKGROUND:
[short backstory here]
Dream, also known as the God of Positivity, is what appears to many as the bringer of hope. Little do his followers know, there happens to be a bit more to the story...
OTHER INFO:
Dream is genderfluid and uses all pronouns. He dislikes his brother. Dream is 6β4. He loves golden apples. He finds mortals amusing. Literally anything they might do is entertaining to him. His crown floats and the star glows. You'll go blind if you stare at it for over 3 minutes, alongside his eye lights. He dislikes shoes and wears none. His wings are made of light. They are there for show. Dream is polysexual. Dream's text is in yellow.
BACKGROUND:
[Additional info on Nightmare and Dream]
As his brother wreaked havoc on his home, Nightmare, in a last ditch attempt, found an additional tree that contained the blank apples his brother consumed for his power. When he grabbed it, he watched the white fruit turn into a dark, black one. Since it worked for Dream, it should work for him, right? As he ate that singular black apple, it supplied him with the ability to weave the shadows, with the price of one lingering his body. The shadow proved useful, however, but not for long. Dream's strength he had gained from the dozens he consumed overcame the singular one Nightmare ate. He lost the battle, and his home. Nowadays, Nightmare wanders the Realm of the Gods, trying to fix his brother's mess. He tries not to associate himself with the mortal realm as much as he can.
OTHER INFO:
Nightmare uses he/they/it pronouns. He doesn't hate his brother; he's fearful for him. Nightmare is 5β6. He feels pity for every one of Dream's followers, particularly Killer. Nightmare cannot take his scarf off. The Shadow is stuck onto his body, so therefore it's stuck to him. Nightmare's skull has that same dark substance on his hood. His hood is made out of special fabric that transfers the effects to it whenever it is worn. Nightmare wishes for balance once again. He is aroace. The more negativity there is in an area, the more powerful the Shadow becomes. It, however, cannot take control over Nightmare. Every time Nightmare feels strong negativity, dark substance releases from his sockets. Nightmare's text is in blue.
Other characters you may ask are the Leader [Swapped!Nash], Dust, and Horror, alongside Ink. Though, the last three aren't too different from the cult-au-askblog.
QnA:
Q: Can I make fanart?
A: Yes, absolutely! Tag me so I can see it! However, I would rather not see NSFW content. You can make it, but please do not tag me.
DO NOT USE MY CHARACTERS FOR HARMFUL USE.
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Q: Will there be a comic?
A: No, sorry. I may write drabbles, though! _
Q: What are the tags for this AU?
A: The tags are #swap!cult au, #swap cult au, or #swap!cult!au.
Of course, the ask box is open for you curious souls out there... go wild y'all.
