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the duchess gambit ☆ aesthetics – House Orland

The Duchal Houses of Fiore: House Orland (and their associates)
first introduced in “Convocation

“He may be old – the eldest of the heads of the duchal houses – but Duke Orland’s wit is still sharp, and his tongue even more so. He was called ‘The Jeweller’ for a reason. There was no question about the brilliance of the man behind House Orland’s near monopoly over the gemstones and jewellery trade across all of Fiore. All this, and more, was inherited by his heiress and only daughter – only she was younger, sharper, and somehow… hungrier. It is known. Whatever Young Lady Minerva wants, she eventually gets.”

the duchess gambit ☆ aesthetic – House Clive

The Duchal Houses of Fiore: House Fullbuster (and their associates)
first introduced in “Convocation

“Silver was known for his fair judgement, open mind and good humor. Where Duke Dreyar was rebellious, Duchess Heartfilia fickle, and Duke Orland arrogant – Duke Fullbuster was a peacekeeper. It was how he kept the loyalty of lesser noble families under his care. He and Lord Clive kept the estates and businesses running pristine, a formidable partnership built out of generations of alliance between their families.”

the duchess gambit ☆ aesthetics – House Heartfilia

The Duchal Houses of Fiore: House Heartfilia
first introduced in “Stella & Salamander

“Now, smile.” he said. “You are surrounded by heads of houses and their heirs. You are the youngest of them all. They believe you sweet and unassuming. That, Duchess Heartfilia, is a weakness until you make it a strength.”

the duchess gambit ☆ aesthetics – House Dreyar

The Duchal Houses of Fiore: House Dreyar
first introduced in “House Dreyar

“He was raised to be proud, and to not show weakness. He also knows this, but he does know when to open up, to let people in. He is an excellent judge of character, and if he trusts someone, he must think they are worth it. Master Laxus is never one to think twice about doing anything as long as he thinks it is worth the risk.”

the duchess gambit ☆ aesthetics – Prince Natsu’s Entourage

Prince Natsu’s Entourage
first introduced in “Young Dragons

“We sent our experienced and grizzled minds and bodies off to war.” Zeref answers with a sentimental smile. “In a time of peace, in this offer of business and opportunity, we’re sending in young and eager talents to establish a trustworthy alliance.”

the duchess gambit ☆ aesthetics – Emperor Zeref’s Court

Emperor Zeref’s Court
first introduced in “Young Dragons

“It was no secret among the neighboring countries that the empire was a fearsome one, a stronghold of power and wealth with an established monarchy and renowned military force. It was no secret either, how its people trusted the land’s rulers to do good by them.”

(what’s up guys i can’t sleep so i did this ahahaha… natsu’s entourage tomorrow y/y?)

Gajeel & His Lady

“Yer not goin’ to the lake. S’not safe.”
“But if you go with me… you can… keep me safe?”
“Nope. No skatin’ for you, m’lady. You go back to yer rooms or I carry you there.”

(tdg!baby gajeel and juvia)

 

i really wanna get down to writing “song of the rain”, but there’s more urgent work to be done. for now, i offer you a lil doodle sneak peek!

Stella & Salamander

“It was straight out of a fairy tale – a Duchess in disguise and a stowaway Prince meeting in the streets of the most dangerous neighborhood in the City.”
(tdg!lucy and natsu as stella and salamander)

hi remember when i was in this fandom? I STILL AM 😀
i know it feels like i abandoned this series but i haven’t! i still wanna write more about them!