Wax Colorfully

Here's the Camilla/Takumi one! http://pastebin.com/A0t7TECg And on that note, has anyone seen the Silas/Azura supports? I've heard it's been done, but haven't found it.

With permission from Karaszure, here's the antics of the athletically challenged priest and the scaredy rabbit! It's the Brady/Yarne friendship supports! [spoiler=Brady/Yarne] [spoiler=Support C] Brady: ...... Yarne: Something wrong, Brady? Brady: Yeah, I took a jab from a spear in the last battle. Hurts like the dickens. Don't suppose you've got some secret taguel wonder medicine, eh? Yarne: I do, actually. Well, it's not taguel, but it's good stuff regardless. Brady: And it really works? You ain't yankin' ol' Brady's chain here, yeah? Yarne: It works like a charm, though it smells like rotten socks. Then again, it's a secret recipe--so rotten socks may actually be an ingredient! Brady: I'll chug soiled undies if it makes this pain go away. Thanks, rabbit! *Glug, glug, glug* Yarne: Well? How's it feel? Brady: ...Sweet thunder! I can see the wound sewin' shut before my very eyes! Yarne: Well, if you ever need more, come see me. Nobody's better stocked on medicine than a hypochondriac. Oh, and be sure to get plenty of rest, too. Maybe take it easy today? Brady: No can do. We got training exercises after this, remember? Yarne: Training or no, I'm not a fan of any activity where people swing sharp things at me. That's how accidents happen! Horrible, face-peeling accidents... And the fact that it's mostly safe also means it's slightly deadly! As the last of the taguel, I can't afford to risk it. Brady: If you go into battle without training at all, it'll be a lot more than slightly deadly! Now, c'mon! Stop flappin' yer gums and start movin' yer legs! Yarne: H-hey!, wait! I told you, I'm not... HEY! Let go! Unhand me, brute! [spoiler=Support B] Brady: YAAARNE! Yarne: Gah?! Wh-what did I do? Why are you so angry? Brady: Don't play the sap with me! What was that sorry show you put on in the last battle? Yarne: What? Er... I have no idea what you mean. Ha ha...ha... I was trying my...hardest? Brady: Aw, go suck a lemon! You never got closer than 50 paces to the enemy! The rest of us are risking our necks! If yer that useless, why not stay home?! Yarne: I am not useless! I could be really strong if I wanted to! Taguel are far better fighters than humans! You show me the enemy and I'll beat 'em! With...with one pay tied behind my back! Er...that is...if I weren't the last of my kind. I need to stay clear of danger and... You know. Stay alive. Keep the bloodline going? Brady: It's always the same load of malarkey with you, ain't it?! You brag about how great the taguel are, but you never actually fight! How do you think that makes a guy like me feel?! Huh?! I wish I could fight more than I do, but my body can't keep up! It ain't my fault I'm the least athletic guy in the history of the world... But that don't stop me from tryin'! Yarne: Brady... A-all right... Fine. Brady: "Fine," what?! Yarne: Fine, I'll show you what I can do! Next battle, I'm out there! I'll prove once and for all I'm not just some coward! Brady: Ha! If your promises were wooden nickels, I'd have a... Wait, that's not... Look, you know that means actually joinin' the front lines, yeah? I'll be watchin' to see how long it takes you to turn yellow. ...So impress me! Yarne: M-maybe I will! [spoiler=Support A] Brady: Hey, Yarne! I saw ya out there on the field! Yarne: ...And? How was I? Brady: Pretty amazin'! You really held your own! Yarne: Heh, stop! You'll make me blush! Brady: Took ya long enough to get serious, but it was worth all the badgering. Now ya just have to keep it up. No more runnin' from the front lines! Yarne: Wait, what? Brady: You're tough when you actually bother to fight, yeah? So I'm sayin' you need to make every battle a repeat of today! Yarne: Er, I don't... That was a one-time thing. I was proving a point! I thought I could go back to... you know? NOT proving a point! Brady: You realize we're still at war here, right? Don't make me slap an endangered species! Yarne: N-no wait! I just... I just think all my fallen ancestors would be angry if I risked the life of the last taguel! Brady: You're gonna have a lot more than angry ghosts to worry about here in a sec! Yarne: Gah! Quit yelling at me! You're freaking me out! Stress is bad for the heart! Are you trying to kill me?! Brady: Don't tempt me, bunny! And seriously, did you completely miss what I meant before?! Yarne: ...Did I? Brady: You want to talk about your ancestors? Fine! Let's take a look! Yarne: Huh? Brady: The taguel are natural borne fighters, yeah? So what does that tell ya? They've been fightin' for generations! They valued strength above all in their partners! Fightin' ain't just how they survived, it's who they were! It's your heritage! As the last inheritor of that legacy, ain't it your job to make sure THAT don't die?! Yarne: ...... Brady: Whew... Got a little hot, under the collar there. Yarne: ...But you're right. I guess somewhere along the way, I lost sight of what I was trying to protect. No more running, I'll muster up my courage and face life head-on! ...Ish. Brady: THAT'S IT! IT'S SLAPPIN' TIME! Yarne: H-hey, I'm not going to change into a whole new person overnight! I'll give it my best shot, but I'm sure there will still be times I want to run and hide. Brady: Well, I guess I can stick around to light a fire under that tail of yours when ya do! Yarne: Thanks, Brady! I'll be counting on you to do just that! Brady: Oh, it'll be my pleasure, rabbit.

Gonna go ahead and out myself as wishy washy, but I can't bring myself actively hate, or even dislike, any of the playable cast. And believe me, it isn't for a lack of trying. There are no shortage of things that will quickly put a character out of my good graces (for example: Tharja's mistreatment of Noire in Noire's supports with her father, Sumia's clumsiness, Severa's tsundere-ness). But then as I go and grind away at their supports, they do something so sweet/adorable/awesome that they instantly redeem themselves in my eyes. Awakening, why must you make your character so dang multifaceted and likeable? Please make an effort to keep this up in future titles, IS?

The second installment of the Downtime series can be found here!

For the most part, Awakening spoils us in terms of romantic pairing choices. But in terms of same gender friendships? Very, very slim pickings, and that's such shame when you have so many characters with rich personalities. So, people of Serenes Forest, what bromance/womance supports would you have liked to see in game? I've got a two examples to start it off: Chrom - Ricken: I know I definitely wanted to see some type between support the moment the kid was introduced. The game goes as far as to state that Ricken really looks up to Chrom, but they give us little reason as to why, nor do either characters interact much aside from that one in-game cutscene. Panne-Nowi: I think they'd both bond nicely over the aches and pains of being a shape-shifter while discussing their own opinions on humans in general.

While I suspected Brady/Kjelle's supports would be something like that, it doesn't make it any less funny or adorable. :D I'm attempting to be helpful once more! Since December Knight has let go of claims, I thought I'd cut in and take care of Severa/Laurent support series. Enjoy the antics of the big spender and overly frugal! XD [spoiler=Severa/Laurent] [spoiler=Support C] Severa: Mmm, those peaches smell amazing! They were totally worth splurging on! Laurent: Severa, where did this veritable mountain of fruit come from? Severa: The market, where else? They just looked too tasty to pass up? Laurent: I told you last time not to purchase anything that isn't on the list... If we keep buying unnecessary food, it will rot before we can use it. Our treasury is not so great that we can splurge on excess supplies. Severa: Oh, whatever! It's only a little fruit. And besides, once folks see how great it all looks, they'll finish them off in no time! Laurent: That does not address the crux of my argument. Severa: Human beings need a little treat now and then to survive, Laurent. I mean, maybe not you! ...But most of us. And if you take away the joy in life, what's left to fight for? See, so I'm actually helping morale whenever I buy tasty fruit. Laurent: Starving, however, is bad for morale. And that's precisely what will happen if you continue squandering the food budget. What's more, you make additional work for me when I try to balance the books. Severa: Pffft! Yeah, whatever! An egghead like you will figure it all out, I'm sure! Besides, what's done is done. The milk is spilt, so quit cryin'! Now cheer up and enjoy some fresh fruit. Wouldn't want it to spoil after all. Laurent: I fail to understand how one individual can be so selfish, time and again. It will take me hours to draft a new budget. Severa: Stop fretting over every little detail! You'll worry yourself to an early grave. Laurent: If anything dooms me to an early grave, it's like to be that insufferable woman... [spoiler=Support B] Severa: Oh. ...You. Laurent: Hello, Severa. Severa: *Sigh* Laurent: Can I help you? Severa: Oh, just remembering the last procurement run has me exhausted all over again. Laurent: I would express a similar frustration. It's become almost impossible to handle expenses with you at the helm. Severa: And just what is that supposed to mean? Laurent: Precisely what it sounds like. Every time you come back with desserts or silly baubles, I have to make cuts elsewhere. Severa: Okay, could you try to sound a little more condescending? You're not joy to shop with either, you know! Every time you open your mouth, it's "budget" this, or "Unnecessary" that! Shopping should be an adventure, not some boring old list. You have to open up to new discoveries! Go where the moment takes you and stuff! Laurent: We are procuring supplies for an army, not impulse shopping for our own amusement. Severa: I know that, but this army has needs, and one of those needs is to have a little fun! Gods, would it kill you to listen to me maybe once? Laurent: If you're asking me to say that wasting our scant resources is a good idea, I won't. You joke about what will or won't kill me, but it's a question I consider every day. We are at war, Severa. There is no shortage of things that could kill us all. The only thing keeping us alive is prudent and careful planning. Severa: And that situation is exactly why I'm saying we need a little joy in our lives! Walking around with an abacus all day isn't what I consider good for morale. Laurent: Frivolous spending isn't going to make anyone's life easier. Severa: Okay, we're getting nowhere, ...Mostly because someone is being a jerk! So fine. Buy hardtack and stale bread until the cows come home. I'm done shopping with you, mister! Laurent: If you are resigning from the procurement runs, I gladly accept. If it was up to me, I'd have taken you off the project weeks ago. Severa: Oh no, I'm not quitting before you! I'm just shopping on my own, thank you! You're on your own, cheapskate! [spoiler=Support A] Severa: I just... I still can't believe it... Laurent: Severa? Severa: Oh. Hello. Laurent: You look dazed. The company must have thanked you as well, then? Severa: Yes! It's been a total barrage of praise ever since the two of us went shopping. Chrom even searched me out just to offer his compliments. Laurent: It has been almost surreal... Especially in spite of our prior arguments. It seems we managed to strike a perfect balance. Nothing missing, nothing wasted. People have been especially excited over the more...extraneous items. Severa: That has to feel pretty good as the guy responsible for the shopping budget. Laurent: Yes, though I would never have thought to purchase half of what they mentioned. Much of it appeared wasteful to my eye, but it seems you had the right of it. I apologize for doubting your selections. Severa: Oh, it's fine. Besides, I'd have spent twice as much if you hadn't made me think about the excesses. Stubbornness aside, you really are good with numbers, and you always stay on task. Laurent: Thank you. Praise from you is a rare treat indeed. I suppose this means that together we were able to do what neither could do alone. Severa: Yeah. For all our arguing, we actually make a pretty good team. Laurent: I would welcome your help again on the next procurement run. If you wouldn't mind joining me, that is. Severa: As long as you promise to let me handle the fruit, I'm there! [spoiler=Support S] Severa: Sounds like our last procurement run was another rousing sucess. Laurent: And nearly painless, now that I've grown accustomed to your...quirks. These days, I feel like I'm even starting to understand your tastes. Severa: I dunno, Laurent. I'm a tough woman to figure out sometimes. Laurent: Believe me, there is much of you that remains a mystery to me. But one thing is clear: I ought never think to go shopping alone again. Your help is invaluable. I do hope you'll continue to join me in the future. Severa: Hmm... Laurent: ...Is something the matter, Severa? Severa: You say you've started to understand my tastes, right? ...But can you guess what I want right now? Laurent: ...I don't understand. Is this a riddle of some kind? Are you going to ask me what is in your pocket next? Severa: You should be able to read me pretty well by now, right? So guess what I'm thinking. Laurent: Telepathy has been scientifically proven to be nothing more than the work of-- Severa: Try. Laurent: Very well... ...... ...I suspect it's the same thing I'm thinking. Severa: And...what might that be? Laurent: I was hoping you would be my partner not just in shopping, but in all things in life. If that were, in fact, what you were thinking. I should count myself a very happy man. Severa: ...... Laurent: Granted, that's less mind reading than mere wishful thinking. Severa: No, you're...right on the money. Laurent: Truly? Severa: Yeah. Truly. Laurent: Ah. Well, that is a relief! I was skeptical of what would happen if I said all that, only to be rebuffed. Severa: For someone who's always needling people, you can be so timid when it counts! Well, you'll never lack for brashness with me at your side! Laurent: Heh, I have no doubts on that count. What a perfectly mismatched couple we make, eh? [spoiler=Commentary] Okay, show of hands: who expected this to end up this adorable? I sure didn't, but man am I glad I pursued this! Gotta say, this is definitely one of Severa's better supports!

Seeing how most of the pairings I've gone with are already up here (and with justifications I completely follow/agree with to boot!), I'll just add a few pairs I haven't seen that I've gone with and ended up liking. [spoiler=Oliva/Lon'qu] I thought this pair made sense since they both have connections to Basilio, which they do mention in their oh-so adorable supports! I am forever amused that Inigo turns out to be such a skirt-chaser when Lon'qu won't go anywhere near women (or at least, ladies who aren't his adorable, dancing wife :D). Plus, his stat growths aren't too bad. [spoiler=Tharja/Vaike] Not going to lie, this was just completely on whim, yet turned out so much better than I expected. Vaike actually proves to be rather keen when it comes to understanding people than he initially lets on. And Tharja's attempt at winning him over in their S-rank support? Not only is it in character, but hilarious to boot. XD. [spoiler=Lissa/Donnel] My goodness, these two are just too adorable. Their S-rank support is just all sorts of sweet, and Lissa comes off sounding rather wise by the end of it. Plus, I can't get enough of the idea Donnel just being confused by Owain's theatrics.

Very nice! At the risk of sounding crass, I do believe that picture qualifies as 'scenery porn.' Ahaha, tv trope terminology...

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Karaszure was kind enough to let me take over the transcribing of the Nah/Inigo supports! I'm being helpful! [spoiler=Nah/Inigo][spoiler=Support C] Nah: Hello, Inigo Inigo: Oh, hello, Nah! Nah: Off pursuing females again? Inigo: That's rather crass, don't you think? I'm simply a man who appreciates beauty! And frankly, I'd settle for a nice chat over a cup of tea. Nah: I hear you normally settle for being punched in the face. Inigo: Once! That happened ONE time! ... Er, in the recent past Say, how do you know about that, anyway? Nah: Word of the shameless spreads quickly. Everyone in town knows you're an indiscriminate flirt. Inigo: I'll have you know, I'm very discriminating! ...I only approach ladies who seem likely to say yes. Nah: What about the woman who dislocated your shoulder? Did she look promising? Inigo: You're dredging up a lot of painful memories here, Nah... Nah: Did it never occur to you that women might find what you're doing insulting? It's little wonder some get violent when they learn they're just one among hundreds. Inigo: Every lady is one in a million to me! And they all seemed perfectly happy while we were on the date. Nah: That isn't the point! Inigo: I'm sorry, Nah, but I can debate the fine arts of low with you no longer. The day is young, and there are many ladies to meet. Ta-ta! Nah: What? But I'm not done lecturing you yet! Inigo! Get back here this instant! [spoiler=Support B] Inigo: *Sigh* ...She didn't have to yell like that. A simple no would have sufficed. Ah, well. Plenty of fish in the sea. Nah: Still haven't learned your lesson, I see. Inigo: No one has ever won a woman's heart through capitulation! Nah: Or creepiness. How do you not surrender after being turned down this many times? Inigo: It's who I am. Flirting is in my blood! I'm constitutionally incapable of NOT talking to beautiful women. Nah: Ugh, I'm wasting my breath trying to convince you with words. I suppose I'll just have to eat you and be done with it. Inigo: Ha ha! Ha! Oh, what a wit! What a razor-sharp...um...wit. You know, I really wish you wouldn't tell jokes with a straight face like that. Nah: Honestly, I don't see why you need to ask women out at all. You're handsome enough. If you kept your mouth shut, they'd come to you. Inigo: Who would even know to look for me if I didn't put myself out there? Nah: Well, me, for one. I imagine I could find you tolerable if you stopped talking. Inigo: Ah, the sweet naivete of youth! You're too young to be worrying about other people's affairs of the heart, Nah. But I'm sure you'll find someone perfect once you're older. Now why don't you run along and see if Uncle Chrom will read you a bedtime story? Nah: ...Get back here, you idiot! Manaketes just grow slowly! I'm the same age as you! [spoiler=Support A] Nah: Might I have a word, Inigo? Inigo: Hmm? Oh, of course Nah. What is it? Nah: I've been thinking about what you said before. Inigo: What did I say? Nah: That I was too young to be worrying about other people's affairs of the heart. Inigo: Ah, yes. That. Look, I've apologized several times. And you DO look very young... Nah: Exactly. Which is what got me thinking. If I were bigger, you wouldn't treat me like a child anymore, correct? Inigo: Is this a trick? This seems like a trick. But, well... No. I suppose I wouldn't. But the point's moot, isn't it? It's not like you can grow overnight. Nah: Oh, I don't even need a night, Inigo. I can do it right here. Inigo: Damn, it WAS a trick! I knew it! Nah: On your mark, get set... GROOOOOOW! Inigo: W-wait, Nah! L-let's not be hasty... AAAIIIEEEEEE!! *screen fade to black as time passes* Inigo: I... I just saw my life flash before my eyes... I saw the faces of a thousand girls, dressed in black. They...wept for me. Nah: Oh, please. You're exaggerating. Inigo: Am I?! You weren't five paces away when you transformed! I thought I was going to get trampled to death by a giant dragon! Nah: NOW will you stop saying that I'm young? Inigo: Y-yes ma'am! Of course, ma'am! Nah: Ha ha, good! You're lucky I'm in a good mood today. I'll let you off the hook with a warning. Inigo: ...Oh, gods. I was almost dragon chow! [spoiler=Support S] Nah: How are you today, Inigo? Inigo: Gah! I'm fine, ma'am! My, but you're looking old and wrinkly today! Nah: No female-chasing for you this afternoon? Inigo: Nope! Nuh-uh! Not me! Nah: Finally grew out of it, eh? Inigo: I got the feeling that continuing to flirt might be...harmful to my life span. Nah: Well, I suppose it's only natural the stress of all those rejections would take their toll. Inigo: I'm worried less about stress than I am about some dragon eating... Er, you know what? Never mind. Nah: Well, I'm proud of you regardless. Now we just need to pick a date for the wedding! Inigo: ...Wedding? Whose wedding? Nah: Ours, silly! You have quite the knack for getting into trouble when you aren't supervised. So I've decided to be your lifetime chaperone! Inigo: You WHAT?! Nah: Well, we already established that I'm old enough for you. Inigo: Yes, but that hardly means that we should be MARRIED! Nah: Hee hee! I understand. You're still shocked a catch like me agreed to look after you. Inigo: I'm shocked about a LOT of things at the moment! Er, I don't have a veto about this, do I? Nah: Now why on earth would you want to... ...Waaait a minute! You're not thinking of cheating on your new wife, are you?! Bad husband! That's a BAD husband! I suppose I'll have to eat you after all! Inigo: You REALLY have to stop joking around with that whole eating thing! ...Er, joking around, yes? ...Joking? ...Ha ha ha? R-right, then! I'm done with the ladies forever! Just call me Mister Faithful! Nah: Good. And remember, if you break your promise to me... Chomp, chomp! Inigo: *Gulp* R-right. Chomp...chomp. One question, though... Nah: What's that? Inigo: Does inviting a girl out to tea count at cheating? Nah: ...... Inigo: I mean, it's just tea, right? Nothing wrong with a cup, right? Nah: CHOMP, CHOMP! Inigo: Aaaaaah! H-help! Heeeeeelp! My fiancee's gonna eat meeeeee! This series of supports isn't really romantic as it is comedy gold and a train wreck marriage in the making. I'm seeing a trend where Inigo brings out the yandere side of the girls he supports. But wow, Nah, coming on strong much? XD

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Hello everyone! I'd like to present to you the first installment of a series of shorts that take place off the battlefield in Fire Emblem: Awakening. Click here for the link. I'd greatly appreciate any feedback/suggestions for future installments if you would all be so kind. Click here to go to the feedback thread. Please enjoy and thanks for giving this a chance!

I'm going to say the time between disappearance and reappearance is at least three months minimum, and at most two years. I like to think the Avatar's reappearance after the battle with Grima is like Sora's waking from 'sleep' in Kingdom Hearts 2. In KH2, a trip to Hollow Bastion says that everyone began to remember Sora all at once; in my mind, while no one actually forgot the Avatar, the signal for his/her return happens in a similar fashion. Everyone starts thinking about him/her at the same time, which gives Chrom and Lissa the idea to check the field they first found the Avatar in.

Perhaps you just need a bit more time before you attempt another play through? I usually experience something like that after most games, but I'm finding Awakening to be an exception. Mostly due to the different difficulty levels to try/different supports to pursue that I didn't nab the first time around. I say give it a few days, then try again. You may just be burned out from any grinding you might have done the first time around.

I ended up pairing him with Sumia, but became rather fond of the pair. From the stat standpoint, it makes sense to me because Fredrick could use the extra speed and resist that she provides, while Sumia gets a nice, tanky, wall of a man to duck behind when enemy archers draw near. But their supports are nice as well! I'm not a big fan of Sumia's clumsiness, but I thought it was wonderfully sweet of Fredrick to be so patient with her. Not only that, but Sumia appreciates and respects his over-zealousness! I think they balance each other out wonderfully. Though I do have to admit, I am all for a brunette Cynthia. :D Also, I can't think of a better daddy for Severa than either Gaius or Libera, but something else entirely