Derek Dalian's Links
Bro, ya gotta be more inconspicuous about yer squirrel slaying. But as much of dumbass you are most of the time, I only want what's best for you. I'm always here for you no matter what. Now get over here and let me draw on your face.
You won't hear me say so to him, but I've got the best damn older brother ever. I've made way more mistakes than most people can be forgiven for, but he's always managed to knock some sense back into me. If only he'd be less of a weirdo...
We've known each other for a long while, and she's been nice enough to help out with getting me art supplies while she's going to school. My struggling artist income would be even lower without her. I owe her a lot, and I couldn't ask for a better friend. I’m not entirely sure if we’re a thing or not... we might be, but I really don’t know.
I get goosebumps thinking about what this guy could do if he could afford to go to art school. He's already twice the artist I am without it, which is why I don't mind hooking him up with the supplies he needs. Now if only I could figure out if making a move is the right decision or not...
You never told me to consider my art as a hobby. It's all I want to do, and you never saw it any other way. I just wish I could be doing better now that you're gone... How am I supposed to take care of anyone when things are like this?
I've always been proud of you. I need you to take care of the family now, but that doesn't mean you shouldn't pursue your passions.
Oh boy, looks like little sis is haunting baby bro. Wish I could actually see her too... Miss seeing her make a mess of things and hearing her obnoxious voice.
Obnoxious, hm? Lucky I can't bother you too, huh bro? XP
As long as he keeps Alec from getting himself killed too many more times than he already has, I don't really care what goes on in magic-land or whatever. I don't wanna get involved in this destiny nonsense and the fate of creation.
So peculiar... I wonder why this one's connection to Lord Dalia is so dormant... He should've been first in line to be his host, but his rifting is completely unresponsive... Still ought to keep an eye out for him and his family... Shana’s followers won't be so discerning with which of Dalia's followers they pursue.
Shank can be okay sometimes... I mean, he's the kind of guy you can feel safe walking with if you're on his good side. Don't think he's the best influence on my brother when he's trying to stay away from things that might get him back in juvi.
Dalian's older brother seems pretty alright too. He's got a chill attitude, and honestly don't think I've seen art quite like his anywhere else. Take that however you want.
Conner seems nice enough, maybe even too nice. But he seems invested in looking after Alec whenever he's over at their place with Volkmar, so that's reassuring.
I end up talking with Derek pretty regularly since we both have younger family members who are best friends and we both constantly worry about them getting themselves killed. Must be nice for him though since Alec has a lot of extra lives apparently.
Please don't say that, mom. You don't need to try any harder than you already do. If anything, I have to do more around here so you can finally relax. I don't want you to work yourself to death... I can't handle something like that again...
You used to be so bright and energetic before things went downhill... I'm sorry I couldn't have done more to keep things afloat. Maybe you wouldn't be so cynical if I tried a little harder...
I'll take "interesting art things" as a compliment. Not like I can be picky at this point.
Derek seems a little grumpy sometimes, but he's pretty nice. He makes interesting art things too.
Yep, mom said her brother was a scatterbrain, and he's exactly that. He's a lot like dad though with that optimism of his, and he also lets his wife wear the pants most of the time.
Derek always looks and sounds so tired all the time, but it's probably less of him being tired and more of him just being more subdued with his energy. It's a little uncommon to see in this family, we're all so excitable.
Aunt Alli took a little time to adjust when she first moved into the state. And we were in a similar situation with missing family, although it wasn't quite the same. In any case, Mom and I were always willing to help them out, and she and Calik were always more than happy to help out too or bring over some home cooked dinner when Mom was having trouble getting food on the table.
Derek is a good kid, but it was clear while watching him grow up that he suffered from his family's losses more than he let on. He was always a little low-energy, but you could tell he could get excited about things still when he was younger. All the home trouble has made him so cynical, but he seems to be pushing on regardless.
Calik reminds me a lot of how cute and cheery Alec used to be when he was really little. I wonder how he would've turned out if none of this bad stuff started piling on us... Nice to see Calik's innocence is still intact for now.
Derek is a really cool artist. He's got this kinda-grumpy don't-care attitude about things and makes a lot of cool pieces just doing whatever he wants.
Hm, Lee's the odd rich kid in this kinda dumpy part of town. He sticks out like a sore thumb, but he seems okay so far.
I don't know what it's like to have any siblings, but Derek seems to care very much about his brother. I can only imagine how worrisome it can be to try and take care of each other when you're all struggling...
I once tried to sketch her for kicks and ended up drawing a tree. Not sure how that happened.
Derek's art is really... interesting.
Alec's girlfriend is kinda... concerning. Ah well, if it works, it works. If it doesn't, maybe he'll finally admit his best friend might work better as a different kind of BF.
I don't know what it is, but there's something I like about Alec's brother.
Most of the stories Volkmar has told about his dad are... concerning. I'd never say so, but I think it's a good idea he's not being raised by him if he does all the things that Volk mentions...
Volk says his... "BF"... has an artist for a brother. I've seen some of the projects from some pictures he's sent me. I guess I don't know much about art, because I don't get any of it.