I love the fire theme. Can’t tell if she’s a villain or an mc with a lot of character growth to go through

That’s so funny! I actually thought of trying to combine fire and ice but couldn’t come up with a viable way….

I was thinking maybe it could be like fire trapped inside the ice or something, but the half-and-half idea is good too! Kind of reminds me of a magnet, and how sometimes they’re made with one blue side and one red

I’m mostly going for the evil-beauty and going against nature vibes—I’m not too attached to the ice, and I guess it doesn’t even have to be beautiful, just something that’s intrinsically desirable, whether because it’s pretty, or it looks expensive, etc.

I’d love to hear the flower idea!

1. What do you prefer to be called? C.L. Speck, C.L, Speck, or something else?

C.L. Speck, or clspeck, or any combination that’s easy to remember/type out! I’ve just always liked that my initials happened to be the same as C.S. Lewis’! 😀

2. What is your favorite vibe for a book to be? Like, the general feeling the envir…

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Thanks! I’ve worked on this current WIP for years now, so it’s changed quite a bit, but I’m really happy with how it has developed!

What would you say are your favorite theme(s) in your story?

Hmm for the first book of the series I’m working on, I think my favorite themes would be:

1. Don’t let your hopes/ima…[Read more]

No! Horace is the best!!!!

Aww yeah, he’s pretty great! A really interesting mix of warrior and Cinnamon Roll! (I love a good Cinnamon Roll character <3 )

Thanks so much! I think I got it now 😀

Whoa. She has an intense drive. I feel sorry for her but am concerned about what she’s up to. Is she a main character?

I also do artwork myself, but its traditional.

Nice! I painted my own pfp, and I do tend to do more traditional art, but I’m trying to get into more animated-style artwork, because it takes way less time than realistic art, at least for me :’(

Gabriel

Gabriel pulled his arms closer to himself, as if trying to make himself smaller. “I was average in height for my village, but I was scrawny when I was younger. I only started building much strength by 12 or 13. Why?”

To all of probably only 1-2 people who get this reference, she’s someone’s little Bwerdie.

Ahhhh.

Well now I want Enid, Isabeau, AND Lu to be here. And I can’t do that. Hm.

Your WIP sounds very intriguing👀 I love the thought behind your book. What would you say are your favorite theme(s) in your story?

Oh, and I should introduce myself…hi, I’m Freedom, a Child of God first and foremost, writer, reader, indie author, history buff (WW2 specifically), MCU fan, aspiring a…[Read more]

Awww, Mothy…

Quarterstaffs are such an underrated weapon choice, and it’s so cool that you use one. What would you say is the hardest (or easiest) part of using one?

I’m Freedom, a Child of God first and foremost, writer, reader, indie author, history buff (WW2 specifically), MCU fan, aspiring artist, music…[Read more]

Lucille

Lucy was not sure if the strong inside part was all true. But people kept telling her those things, so she was not going to argue. Besides, hopefully she would be good at everything when she grew to full size. “Mr. Zandi — he’s my next-door neighbor — he says I remind him of a war general he met when he was a b…[Read more]

Ooh, fantasy. 👀 The themes you explore in your writing sound very interesting: what led you to tackling those themes in your writing?

Ahem…I should probably introduce myself. I’m Freedom, child of God first and foremost, writer of primarily historical fiction and no-magic fantasy, indie author,…[Read more]

is, I can’t think of a single person who actually knows him who thinks he’s weak in anything except social and academic understanding.

I’d guess that’s why. He’s not socially or academically knowledgeable. Anyone lacking in those skills would at least feel unintelligent, even if that isn’t the case.

I’m not very active on here anymore, but hello everyone new (and old)👋🏻

Moth

They all took seats at dark mahogany desks. Moth settled down, softly twiddling his fingers. Sitting down with a master of knowledge always opened his eyes to something new. He had never learned in a place like this before.

The professor — a late middle-aged gentleman — strode to the standing backboard. His sil…[Read more]

To all of probably only 1-2 people who get this reference, she’s someone’s little Bwerdie.

………………I cannot justify my recent buffoonery 😶‍🌫️ Let us just pretend that jam and chicken guts have common traits.

Oh, yes. Practically the same thing.

@loopylin

“What was that?” Quibble asked sharply, turning to Clancy.

“He said you’re too loud. He can’t read.” Clancy’s voice was naturally soft, but he spoke clearly and patient…

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Fry grabbed the edge of the table and slowly pulled herself up to peer over the edge.

Someone get this woman a booster seat

Good, good. Trust your feelings.

hmmmmm

He sorta gives Sterling vibes from Ashtown Burials. Sorta. Lovable but definitely not trustworthy.

I love how several people in this rp are scheming different things with their characters. So many secrets >:]

Quibble and Clancy

A large, dusty tome slammed down on the table in front of Tavar.

“The Incompleted Authoritee on Medicyne and Ailements of Mynd and Bodye!” Ms. Quibble recited triumphantly. “It was hidden in the back. Not on the shelves.” A short, balding man stood behind her with another short stack of books.…[Read more]

is this chef good or bad?

Hmmm…

Every time I start to like him, he gives me creeper feelings.

Good, good. Trust your feelings.

Every time I start to like him, he gives me creeper feelings.

Exactly what I’m saying

Also

I love that Callum is so passionate about making food for people to remember, and meanwhile in the same building, whatever this is… is happening:

A loud sound erupted, and Everett flinched. Still frowning, he turned his attention away from the floor to see…

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Gotcha! Noted.

LeQoi seems a little morally nebulous to me. Just a touch. Just a dollop.

Callum

Callum bobbed his head up and down a few times, hurriedly showing humility. “Thank you, Master Chef.”

He followed the maid, as he was told. She led him to a particular section of the kitchens, passing all manner of work stations. As Cal…[Read more]

The ice look could be explained as glass with imbedded etchings of snowflakes. Yes, it would probably be cold, but unless people are touching it, I doubt they’d catch on that something is very wrong with this item (which I assume is what you’re trying to do with this defying nature idea.)

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Just a note: in my head the kitchens are built kinda like a star, with specialized kitchens branching off from the main room where LeQoi can survey everyone’s work at much the same time, or go from kitchen to kitchen as he likes. And he will absolutely be checking in on Callum and teaching…just perhaps not is a perfectly normal…[Read more]

Are you into art and/or anime?

I have watched some anime. I like Bungo Stray Dogs (please read content warnings before considering watching it). However, I’d say I’m more into art in general.

Here’s the full piece from my pfp:

It was drawn for me as a birthday gift from a friend (not on KP currently, she’s busy with college rn.) The…[Read more]

Sorry if 3 replies showed up instead of one 😂 I think I tagged you wrong

Hi @keilah-h

Ooh hard choice! My initial thought would be killing off the captain, because it seems most similar to the HTTYD death. If the brother of the MC is younger, I would definitely say don’t kill him, but if he’s older, it could still work to kill him off, because both the captain and older brother are kind of in leadership pos…[Read more]

Wow nice!

Ahh I have to choose Halt, because I always have a soft spot for a good mentor figure! What about you?

A Tale of Two Cities is harder….I really like all the main characters, but of course, Sydney is pretty great, so he might have to be my favorite!

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Hi guys! Not sure if this is the right place to put this question, but if anyone wants to help worldbuild a little?

I have this magic object, and I already know what it does and how it operates, but I’m stuck with how to describe it. I need something that symbolizes going against nature in a kind of e…[Read more]

Ooh your Alastair brothers book sounds cool! It gives me house Madrigal vibes from Encanto, if you’ve ever watched it🤣

Also, what was your inspiration for the name “Alastair”? I’m asking because I have a side character named Banistair and I love BOTH of those names!

Wow, hello! I don’t think I’ve ever joined a club like this before!

….but one question before my initiation:

Are you sure it’s mongooses, and not monGEESE??

Thanks!!

I like your pfp! Are you into art and/or anime?

Ok, the current book I’m writing is basically the introduction to a series that explores the idea of wanting too much power—and what happens if you actually get it…

The inspiration behind the series kind of came from a random thought: almost all villains in books or movies are trying to either gain power, money, or immor…[Read more]

Gabriel

“I don’t doubt you’re strong. You’re just strong in different ways than me. Physically, crows have carried you away, but you’re strong inside. That makes up for a lot.”

Like the toes Kavi, but something. . .     smells. . .

It’s your tootsies or mine, and I washed mine 2 month and 3 days ago, so I’m pretty sure it’s yours that are so well. . . seasoned.

I will say though, having at least socks can come in quite handy. . . literally!

Stinky sock puppets! 🧦

Um. . .  Hi @c-l-speck . 😶

😵‍💫😜🥸

Did it work? 🫣

. . .Guess I’ll just have to get used to the fact that new folks are coming. . . and I can’t scare them off . . . *Sigh* 😿

SOoooOOOooOO. . .

I SHALL RECRUIT THEM TO JOIN THE MONGOOSE FAN CLUB!!!!
C.L. Speck you have always LOVED mongooses,…[Read more]

Callum

Callum forced himself to meet the chef’s eyes, not moving an inch. He hid his trembling hands behind his back. “I apologize for the deception, Chef, sir. It was wrong of me to enter this space without asking. I just… I wanted to be here. Cooking has been my passion since I was little. When I was starving, a stranger gave me a cur…[Read more]