J/k but yes! It’ll be a family piece with Rose 😀 But now I can only imagine McCree buying Rose a huge teddy bear with Rosie taking one look at it and then just keeps on playing with Arturito x3
(I remembered that every animated short so far takes place around the same time, and then I couldn’t stop thinking about it. So, this takes place right after “Reunion.”)
With Echo successfully reactivated and Deadlock preoccupied for the moment, it’s time for McCree to head home. As it turns out, he’s not the only one who needs a breather.
He’s been riding all afternoon. Twelve hours, to be exact, from that trainwreck on Route 66 to his favorite bar in Castillo. Ashe’s bike, as he expected, is perfect. Jesse grins to himself as he remembers passing her and B.O.B. on the highway, her face contorted in rage and black-lined red eyes lit up with fury as she screamed at him and struggled against her ropes. She’d get out soon enough, she always did, but not before Jesse was out of her reach.
Not that he’s worried about her following him or anything. Even if she wanted to track him, Deadlock knows they aren’t welcome here. Any business across the border is certainly none of theirs, unless Los Muertos feels like sharing.
Los Muertos rarely feels like sharing.
Neon graffiti glows around him, the dark little alley where he parks Ashe’s bike decorated with spray-painted codenames and sugar skulls. Los Muertos protects little Castillo, bigger Dorado to the north, and all the other coastal towns surrounding it where LumeriCo has dug in their claws. But Castillo is not like its flashier big sister. Jesse is safe here. No one comes here to ask questions.
Well. No one except her . Jesse sees the hexagonal skull at the top of the stairs, and the quick, angular “SOMBRA” scrawled on a nearby wall, and gets that familiar tumbling feeling in his chest. He heard her voice just this morning, but it’s been weeks since he last saw her. Touched her. This reunion, much like the last one, is overdue.
Agreed. I wasn’t saying that I agree with the mentality that the XV fandom is gonna die– just maybe offering an explanation for why people might feel that way. I think everyone’s just disappointed and needs time to accept it.
The best thing we can do right now is support the XV team and be thankful for what they gave us– and the friends we made in the fandom :>
Thanks to the blessing of @mintfoxmimi I was able to create a story of her Octo-bros. They’re so cute and if you have seen the beauty that is her artwork, please check it out!
14K words so please let me know if it crashes
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Early morning, super early morning. You never understood why you needed to be here for early mornings. At 6 in the morning, no one was up and only you and a handful of people were in the building at this awful hour. Still, you couldn’t really be too upset, at 6 in the morning, with the building empty, and only the night shift lights on the building looked absolutely lovely. The huge glass windows of blue giving you the idea of what it was like to be underwater with all these wonderful creatures.
Working early morning shift for data entry at Insomnia’s Aquarium did have its perks. The large Aquarium was named after the fabled city that was supposed to have been lost to the ocean’s depths thousands of years ago.
“Morning, Sweetie.” You called, moving to your desk stuffed away in the back area of the “storage” facility of the back offices holding bay. Your desk the only one there, as it was the smallest one, but you were surrounded by moveable tanks of wonderful creatures in a tropic-like environment.
Thanks to the blessing of @mintfoxmimi I was able to create a story of her Octo-bros. They’re so cute and if you have seen the beauty that is her artwork, please check it out!
14K words so please let me know if it crashes
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Early morning, super early morning. You never understood why you needed to be here for early mornings. At 6 in the morning, no one was up and only you and a handful of people were in the building at this awful hour. Still, you couldn’t really be too upset, at 6 in the morning, with the building empty, and only the night shift lights on the building looked absolutely lovely. The huge glass windows of blue giving you the idea of what it was like to be underwater with all these wonderful creatures.
Working early morning shift for data entry at Insomnia’s Aquarium did have its perks. The large Aquarium was named after the fabled city that was supposed to have been lost to the ocean’s depths thousands of years ago.
“Morning, Sweetie.” You called, moving to your desk stuffed away in the back area of the “storage” facility of the back offices holding bay. Your desk the only one there, as it was the smallest one, but you were surrounded by moveable tanks of wonderful creatures in a tropic-like environment.
my brother is teaching his cat how to high five by giving her a treat every time she successfully taps her hand to his hand, which is all well and good, but now she thinks that she is entitled to food every time she high fives someone. i can’t eat in the same room as her anymore because she’ll just bap my hand rapid fire and then go nyoom straight in for my pizza like no Kelly that’s illegal go finish ur own dinner
“No Kelly, that’s illegal.”
So, a while back, I was using clicker-training to teach my cat Taz tricks. She learned very quickly and it was a good experience all around, but we had to hide the clicker.
Taz had learned that the clicker meant she got treats. So she would find it, carry it up to people, step on it to make it click, and then SCREAM AT THEM to give her the treats she was clearly owed because the clicker had made a sound.
Let me get this straight, Episode Ardyn finally gets a teaser and release date. Then an article surfaces saying the FFXV Director, Hajime Tabata, resigns. All future DLC, minus Episode Ardyn, are cancelled. Is it just me, or did this just play out how Ardyn would have wanted it? The world ends with him. Bastard won afterall.
Final Fantasy XV 2nd Anniversary Special Report Digest
Episodes Aranea, Lunafreya, and Noctis cancelled (as part of change in direction at Luminous Productions to focus on development of upcoming AAA title)
Hajime Tabata has officially left Square Enix, forming own studio
Episode Ardyn still in development, on track for March 2019 release, price TBA
Episode Ardyn debut trailer; takes place 30 years prior to main events of FFXV, features younger Verstael, Regis, Somnus
Animated short, Episode Ardyn Prologue, to be shown 15 December and 10 January via official YouTube channel (à la Brotherhood)
Standalone version of FFXV: Comrades launches 12 December worldwide for $15 ($10 if upgrading from original version), features 10 new bosses, new costumes and weapons
Original (expansion) version closing service in Japan on 13 December
Final Fantasy XV × Final Fantasy XIV collaboration event announced, debut trailer features playable Y’jhimei battling Garuda
FFXIV-themed costumes for Chocobros (default race outfits; Miqo’te for Noctis, Elezen for Ignis, Roegadyn for Gladiolus, Hyur for Prompto)
Since until further notice, it seems Episode Ardyn will be the last of the add-ons for Final Fantasy XV, and Hajime Tabata left Square Enix, I’ll be making this post, now. May get ramble-y
I never closely followed the development of Final Fantasy Versus XIII, so the title and story changes when it changed hands didn’t really affect me that much. When more info on it after that started getting revealed, and I was doing what I usually do on here, that’s when I started getting more invested in it.
I played both demos(the Episode Duscae one from Final FantasyType-0 and Platinum Demos), and I liked the main four right away. They gave me a good idea about their characters, and I like the gameplay in both, and seeing a bit more story in them, (even parts that ended up getting changed, namely part of Episode Duscae’s epilogue), was nice, like the bit about Carbuncle protecting Noctis in his dreams. I’m a bit dissapointed that one of Ignis’ tours, where he and Noctis go stargazing and reminisce, isn’t in the main game.
Before it’s release, I watched Kingsglaive and Brotherhood. Right after watching Kingsglaive, I wanted to jump into the game right then, and the episodes of Brotherhood were some nice character backstory for the Chocobros. I also like that, in the main game, you can actually get the recipe for what Ignis was trying to make in his episode and Pyrna still has the bandana/scarf Prompto gave them.
I got the game first day, and kept at it until I finished it, which, since I didn’t rush and did most of the hunts/sidequests, took a few days. I was invested in their journey all the way.
And even though important plot points had been spoiled for me by some jerks, and one half-truth about the final boss, the emotional impact of them still worked for me. Even on my second full playthrough, which I had to start from scratch due to my PS4 accidently deleteing all of my game save data, I still teared up at certain parts, especially the ending.
The add-ons all felt good to me, letting us see what happened when each party member seperated from the main party at some point. I do agree that it’d have been nice to have them integrated in the main story somehow(like getting the option to see the events of Episode Gladio after making camp when he retirns, since it starts with him recounting the events while they’re all sitting by a campfire).
I know the game has it’s issues, but I still love the game, the characters, and the world, even if things could have been improved upon. I always feel good seeing the Chocobros, Luna, Aranea, and everyone else.
The updates they made for the game, like character switching, the additions in the Royal Edition update and being able to take on more than one hunt at a time, were very welcome, like the extra events in Insomnia near the end of the game, adding a bit of an epilogue to the Comrades expansion’s story. Should some of these been there beforehand? Probably, but I’m aware of the delopment issues the game had up until release.
While the game may not have met it’s full potential, I have no regrets about buying it and supporting it.
Even two years after it’s release, there are still many who are fans of the game. I’m always seeing good art, cosplayers and so on of it. At ACen, there’ve been quite a few cosplayers the main four, Luna, Cindy and probably others I’ve missed, and I usually get their pictures(like a really good Luna cosplayer I saw this year).
I’d love to cosplay Noctis myself, someday.
In closing, thank you Hajime Tabata, and everyone else who worked on making Final Fantasy XV what it is, and those still working on it. You may have stumbled a bit, but you walked tall.
It’s one thing to not be upset about the news, but to say “good riddance” and laugh at the fans who supported it is so disrespectful.
You may not have liked FFXV, but other people did. If it wasn’t for FFXV’s release, I probably would have never met some of my closest friends. I owe a lot to this game.
Another thing: Square did not have to give us FFXV. They could have cancelled it in 2016 and it would have never seen the light of day. We should be grateful we got the game in the first place. Hell, they didn’t even have to give us the DLCs. We could have just gotten the base game and then boom, the game’s dead. The fact that they were willing to develop the story for two years after its release is incredible.
And lastly, no, Tabata didn’t get fired, he left SE on his own. FFXV’s screwy production was not his fault. He was made captain of a sinking ship that couldn’t be saved, and in the end, he did all he could. Don’t shit on him and spread rumours just because you didn’t like the game.
TLDR: Don’t be fucking rude, you ungrateful assholes, and stop harassing the fans for being upset that the game’s development is ending.
I’m a bit emotional today. I didn’t watch the livestream, but I got the gist of it today. I saw some you guys’ posts. And as much as it sucked, it didn’t really hit home until Ray Chase tweeted this today:
I read it and just completely broke down in tears.
I’ve enjoyed many fandoms in my time, but none of them so deeply impacted my life the way FFXV has.
Yes, some have inspired and made me cry like FFXV did, but FFXV has been so much more than that for me.
This game met me in the midst of some of the worst depression I’ve ever had and hurled me headfirst into this fandom that has taught me so so much.
Taught me how to love myself. Allowed me to imagine again. Let me self ship my confidence into a place I never knew it could be. Taught me not be ashamed of my sexuality. Taught me some kinky shit I never knew I could be into lol. Taught me to shamelessly and aggressively support other women. Taught me that “other girls” are a beautiful support system and not an enemy. Taught me songs I never knew I liked. Taught me slang and fads and stupid internet stuff I had only observed from far.
Yeah, life kinda hit me headfirst after finally edging myself out of depression and has made me fall off the super active fandom bandwagon.
But I couldn’t fathom not staying deeply invested in this fandom.
There were DLC’s to look forward to after all…but no.
Ray made it real.
It’s done.
I know this fandom will stay afloat. I’m not saying goodbye. I’ll still be around.
But god. I’m so broken up right now. I feel like this fandom didn’t really get its chance, you know? So many fandoms get so many more years of life.
…maybe another fandom will come along and snatch my edges, but I dunno…
I fell in love here. I fell in love with Prompto more than I ever had with any other character. He’s so entirely precious to me. My galaxy of sunshine and bad jokes and perseverance. I fell in love with this community and you babes and this support and these dumb jokes and head canons.
I may keep myself at arms length when it comes to being fully here with you guys, but every second has been so fucking precious.
Ah. I’m a mess and I’m rambling.
I’ll still be around guys. Maybe I’ll get my head out of my ass and write some shit when my life calms down in an effort to keep this fandom’s flame alive.
Until then, I have a ton of work I have to do.
You guys….are the best. Thanks for teaching me to walk tall.
*hugs kitten* I know how you feel. Reading your post made me tear up.
This game helped me get through a rough time last year…hell it still picks me up when I’m low even now.
Prompto is the first fictional character I’ve been so invested in, so passionate about. He really blindsided me lol I did not go into this game expecting to fall so in love with a character lol
Like you I’ve grown to like things I didn’t think I would. Learned things I never would have learned. I’ve learned so much about myself. I know some people would say it’s silly to have a fictional character and a game affect you that way but it’s true.
Seeing Ray’s tweet made me sad. Made it really sink in. The VAs have been so wonderful with this community, so active.
I know real life has had you busy lately but I always enjoy seeing you pop up on my dash. You’re one of my favorite blogs. Your thirst for Prompto is just ❤️ except you say all the things I wanna say out loud about him lol I love reading your tags.
“Happy 2nd FFXV Anniversary! We are officially breaking up!” — Square Enix
Tabata is now gone, Aranea and Lunafreya are too. But that’s okay cause they copy and pasted content from FFXIV to make up for it. The random Mi’qote chick will be plenty for fans after successfully killing off Noctis’ love… for the second time.
The Final Fantasy XV has been officially killed off… but there is some milk left.
The reason why Ardyn reappeared only 34 years before the main events of FFXV is because he stayed imprisoned for nearly 2000 years in what looks AT LOT like the Angelgard prison. The Lucians are the ones who locked him away but we don’t know if Regis was aware of this or not, as he doesn’t seem to know who Ardyn is at first.
Verstael Besithia (who, as predicted, looked exactly like Prompto when he was younger) freed him. The Empire knew Ardyn would want to seek revenge on the Kingdom of Lucis and their plan was to have Ardyn help Niflheim defeat them. If only they had known what they had unleashed…
This is gonna be my last post about this but I just realized that Ardyn was in the same position Prompto was in, strings in the skin and all and when he was found it was Prompto’s dad who saw him like that, maybe Ardyn did all that to Prompto for revenge on Verstael for something he did or to reverse roles bc like
That is a sweet idea…I love the thought of McCree saving up his money because he eventually wants to go back to his simple life, the life that he most likely believed he never truly wanted in the first place. Only this time, he has someone else to share it with. He wasn’t exactly scared at the prospect of being alone but finding someone who’s genuinely happy with the idea of a simple life brings him over the moon. He may not be much of a rancher anymore, but that doesn’t mean he’s not going to enjoy his earned peace and quiet with Sombra.
You know, I was thinking about why McCree was in Japan for the noodle robbery incident, and something came to me that is absolutely not canon, but entirely too funny to not consider.
McCree was there as backup for Genji for the whole “gonna confront the brother who killed me showdown.” Because they are bros. And bros help bros distract the guards who have come as reinforcements while Genji has a violent heart to heart with his sibling.
So like Genji and Hanzo are having this dramatic fight inside with dragons and revelations while McCree is outside the compound getting into like a fist fight with seven guards.
McCree: “You’re just gonna talk to him.”
Genji. “Yes.”
McCree: “You sure.”
Genji: “Yes. I will only fight in self defense.”
Later at the compound, fighting seven guards, noticing three motherfucking glowing dragons come from the side of the building: “TALK MY ASS.”
I understand how you feel. I’m pretty sure I’ve felt that way a few times myself. I want to say that the only time that I’ve not felt that way is when I get the chance to sit on the dock and go fishing.
Specs tells me that it’s something kinda like…disassociating? But he’s still looking into that for me cause he’s a better wizard with Moogle Search than I am.
It’s not a bad thing. It’s just.. how you’re mind is dealing with things. Stress and stuff. Maybe, talking to someone might be a good idea?
Hello Darling,
What you are experiencing is not a bad thing per se, but if you feel that it is something that concerns you, I know there are people out there that you can speak with. Perhaps speaking with a family doctor might point you to someone that may be able to assist further.
We are here for you regardless Darling, never forget that.
Again, I’m not the best at words, but…there was something I was told once by a certain old curmudgeon we both know in Hammerhead that I’ve taken to heart. So, maybe in turn, it’ll help you.
‘If you don’t go after what you want, you’ll never have it. If you don’t ask the answer will always be no, and if you don’t take a step forward, you’ll always be in the same place.’
I know you’ll get to where you want to be with everything in your life. I’ve seen you tackle things that hold you back time and time again. So, I’ll also say this.
Official Image: strong smile boy!!! >:3 his fluff looks more spiky than soft, which is gonna hurt his final rating; but his lil toe beans will definitely help! 7.5/10
Red/Blue/Green: soft boy! he looks up into the sky full of hope and joy! ready to do whatever his trainer needs him to do! however i personally have never really liked the first game sprites, but thats a personal issue 5/10
Yellow: a sassy boy! he doesn’t care what anyone thinks! his colours are brighter than in RBG, and his tail is puffier 8/10
Gold: he crouches……. ready to pounce……… fluffy tail wagging in the air…. he watches his prey…… 7/10
Silver: RAWR! he yell! foot up! he’s on the attack! no mercy! 7/10
Crystal: animation!!!! his beautiful main flutters in the wind and his tail flips around! 8/10
Ruby/Emerald/Sapphire/Firered/Leafgreen: a redux of his crystal sprite! he’s sleeker, colourful-er, and ready for action-er!!! 8/10
Diamond/Pearl/Platinum: a sneaky boy… but an ANGERY BOY!!!! he’s a sneaky sneaky assassin hunting down the man who killed his family 8.5/10
Heartgold/Soulsilver: >:3c 11/10
Black/White/Black2/White2: a bouncy boy! he’s very excited and wants to do his best for his trainer! However his colours of his mane are less bright, and he looks less fiery 😦 7.5/10
X/Y/ORAS/Sun/Moon: lots of fluff! but he angry…. v serious….. ready to fight, and damn the consequences! 6/10
OVERALL RANKING OF ARCANINE: 10/10!!! a good fluffy boy who just wants to hug and wants to make his trainer proud!!!
Guy doesn’t remember his past, goes down dark dungeon to discover he’s done terrible things, there’s also a naked ghost somewhere.
Start gathering tinderboxes fellas
This was going to be the cover for something I’m writing but I changed my mind and went with something else instead, so have this little doodle on its own.
Prompto and Noctopus exchanged a little gift before the cold comes, Prom gave him a sun shine shape necklace(he use his savings to go yolo at a gem store hoho) and he got a wrist band with deep sea magical kingdom gems on it, so at least they have this for eachother until the water gets warmer mmm
I think this is my first attempt OC for playing a villain/antagonist role and while the rp group didnt last long for any plot I came up with ideas about Ashiku kjashgdfkasdf ;;
and yeah i have too many similar color palette ocs curse my highschool self
Honestly, as much as I love the thought of something possible between McCree and Ashe in the past, in the future is really lacking for me – Ashe deserves better than to be written off as someone who’s still hung up on McCree. If she’s gonna be in the game, she needs bigger and better motives, thinking past and forgetting the washed up traitor 🤣
I have other ships for Ashe but one of the fun ones is definitely her with Junkrat…I just feel like he’d be totally enamored with her. She’s gorgeous, dangerous, and appreciates a good explosive!
They also both say ‘Fire in the hole’ and that’s just…welp, that makes it a solid 10/10 in my books!
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