Dorian Venniare's Links
Stepfather. Mixed, but mostly positive feelings towards. Has quirks that would rather leave Dorian confused and simultaneously impressed, at times even wondering. Highly respected and distantly admired, even as often weighted by a profound sense of guilt towards.
Adopted son from Talteis. Bearer of bad tidings and a sudden gift. Accepted as his own blood, very fond of. Holds an amount of sympathy for the shared experiences and worries for him.
Uncle. Trusts the Hellhound in spite of his intimidating looking image and the overall lack of confidence around him. Still believes there is something akin to custody hiding behind the other male's good graces, and sees more to him underneath the tough shell. In turn, tries to reconsider his former impressions about Waldemar in favor of his better sides. Sometimes it leads to some kinds of misunderstanding between them, after all, he doesn't always agree with his lifestyle.
Nephew. Low-key protective of Dorian and cares for him in his own ways. Thinks he's one of a few among his circle who's able to think clearly and has a good head on his shoulders. Amused and lowkey impressed by the tougher core despite the softness he often demonstrates, sees the spark of a similar fire underneath that only has to be nurtured in the right way. Allowed him access to one of his safe hideouts in Metropolis.
Younger brother. The loss engraved deep in his very bones and into the depths of his heart. Mourns up to this day, often coming to visit a particular spot in the forest that is associated with Yazul. Misses unbearably.
Elder brother. Met long ago, but more recently came to understand their familial connection and better lay the foundation of a relationship with. Taking things slow, but open to whatever may come between them.
Younger sister. Recently met, reaching. She's cool.
Older brother. Met. Sees him most frequently after Juniya, which is still pretty rare. Watched out for from afar.
A talented mage and researcher who so generously took a responsibility to tutor the Smokeward after his personal accident with magical combustion. Had little or no clue it would end up this way just a few days after their accidental reunion in the Forest. Still fond of her nice and genial nature since the first time they met, somewhere long time ago when both were quite new to the Forest, and is astonished greatly by her power and knowledge in the field of magic along with her personality. Definitely holds in high regard and feels tremendously inspired by, thus afraid of failing her in any way. Aside from that, an admirable company and a good drinking buddy. Tries his best not to let her down, even though he thinks he has numerous times already, and is infinitely grateful for her assistance.
Her student and along the lines of a ward. Knows full well he is capable of protecting himself but doesn't trust him to put himself first and liable to advocate for in any situation. Dotes and picks on mercilessly through her teachings, but is impressed by his dedication to the craft. Cares for and finds him endearing though frequently frets over due to his particular brand of selfless foolishness. Hoping to teach him better boundaries in addition to expertise in the esoteric and arcane arts. Only willing to throw him to the wolves when those wolves are people she trusts and prone to heckling, over the EmOtIoNaL dAmAgE that he seems to gravitate towards???
Seems to have have outgrown her in some capacity and doesn't hold it against him. Hopes he puts his lessons to good use and that he's matured more. Unaware of his recent issues.
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Bitter revulsion. Generally intolerant of his presence and stringently avoided. In times of malice, however, Pyriel won't hesitate to subject the Smokeward to brutal abuse. ⎱ https://youtu.be/fOgMNhM8sQI
A delicate friend, regarded with tenderness and care. Protective of. Elated to see Naida whenever she comes around, but often worried for.
Ashamed of herself.
Considered a friend and highly respected. Shared a lot with the kirin in hardships, duty, and peaceful times. Endlessly thankful for everything she's done for him and others. Distanced from due to a strong grip of guilt towards.
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A friend. Sweet and charming. Doesn't get to see her as often these days, but genuenily hopes she's doing well.
He’s a sweetums uwu
(I gotta update more... holy shit we're dating) “I dream of gods and monsters, and of the man who knew I was both.”| The Wolf; in the name of a constellation. Enamoured with. A beloved and closest friend, a soulmate, and significant other. A stirring and grounding presence in equal ways, an opposite and complementary nature to his own; sharing one side of the coin. Has recently come to admit his more romantic feelings towards Set. So far the longest, most steadfast relationship. Seen each other in chaos and peace, in cruelty and benevolence, misery and power. Drawn to on the subtle, unsubtle, profound, gravitational levels while simultaneously retaining an amount of safe and healthy distance between them. For he is aware of the mutual dangers the connection entails and what he believes would be better for Set at the end of the day. Shares more darker views with on many aspects of life, and inevitably expects to be found unsightly by the other—for horrors of power lurking beyond Dorian's darkness and his stormy, at times untranslatable, untamed nature and wrathful madness. Treasures Set's light in the same tremendous manner as he enjoys seeing their demons dance. Craves this danger. ||"So show me where my armor ends. Show me where my skin begins."|| Aware of the closeness grown between them in the more recent days as much as he is burning for it, homesick for and protective of Set in exceptional ways. Soft for, yet never truly submissive to, as he would never allow certain lines to be crossed. Regardless of that, he reveals the sides that are way more private and unknown to majority of people, ready to call the other his confidante and someone he is willing to take bigger risks with. || “Let's be the same wound if we must bleed. Let's fight side by side, even if the enemy is ourselves: I am yours, you are mine.” || Aware of the ties with illegal activity in which he could not find an easy pill to swallow, but ultimately found his reasons to understand and accept this part of Set's life—ensuring that any of the Wolf's secrets would lay safely by his side, and knowing undoubtedly that so would his. Is not able to fathom the amount of distance he is ready to travel for the other, guidance and wisdom to provide in return. Utterly adored and highly respected, worried, and looked out for. A weak spot. Has grown to miss deeply when he is not around long enough. Loyal and devoted to. Currently lives with.| “Your perception of me is a reflection of you, my reaction to you is an awareness of me.” | https://pin.it/5qnFGZD ; https://pin.it/317N5os
His all and his most important pilar in his life. Partner. Profoundly enamoured with, greatly loved, trusted, treasured and valued. Fiercely protective of and loyal to.
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Mending. Was deeply fond of the Cat and perhaps even found his own moments of solace in Landan's clear wisdom and inner softness, but at the same time, he couldn't deny himself getting slightly charmed by the tenderness and sharp wit that the other possesses. Always held him in high regard as a reliable and somewhat resilient companion, someone among the very few to whom he entrusted his vulnerable sides. Quietly keeps those memories close to his heart—even as, up to these days, Dorian remains hounded by the echo of unfortunate events that once left a gap between them. Has since turned the page with Landan, and is willing to try and start things anew regardless of that. Hopes only good for him.
Writes in that new page of their friendship one word at a time.
A friend and Hector's partner. Welcoming of, even though many personal tribulations and losses have forced Dorian to drift away from their family as of late, unwilling to drag them into the chaos and danger. Deeply appreciates nonetheless and thinks of.
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A rather accidental meeting that nevertheless has led to a great turn in Dorian's life when the Peacemaker came to her aid beside others protecting the woman from a vicious predator, at the time when she was still carrying twins under her heart. Felt no shame in putting his life in absolute danger that day and never will. Has since then built a comfortable friendship with, and sometimes pays visits to her library. Might have a little suspicion she's the type to make him flustered way too easily. Very respectful towards.
Indebted too as hes come to her aid unselfishly prior to the birth and he has been a protector to Cassius, to which she is thankful. Plans to see the Male out for some time to get to know him better. Dont worry I wont bite.
Acquaintance. Mistreated by in the past, although never truly thought it was completely unfair under the weight of a self-brought responsibility by that time. These days, not sure what to make of the other man, but stays in a way careful around.
Tbh yeah but good luck making me admit it. Much more neutral towards the man now, albeit not without spite (towards another) in just how comfortable he is to share company with the Beserker.
Set and Wick's son. Cared for as his own family. Adored immensely, will protect beyond his dying breath.
Friend of the family, loves unconditionally. Knows that Dorian can stand up for himself, and adores the way he does it - his stoic personality is something Cassius cherishes and wishes to learn from.
A kid Lan's taken under his wing. Welcoming of.
Knows as Set, Lan and Matt's friend
Set's brother. Worries for. Mainly shared mutual companies with, but genuinely and entirely enjoyed this time—nurturing a soft interest towards the man himself. Has gradually come to build a great amount of respect towards the Honeybadger in times of a shared struggle, and grown highkey endeared by several particular traits he's observed within the other. Seems to have a good head on his shoulders. I gotta update this... but we're good. || https://pin.it/4DRQBPh
Still hasn't allowed himself to get too deep and personal with, almost preferring to keep it at its almost shallow level while also uncertain of wading into anything deeper, yet still welcomes in their odd, quiet ways. Appreciates the Smokeward.
Becoming a dear friend. A roommate alongside Set. Adored, treasured, and worried for. Book gang <3 AM WORKING
Book gang-gang. Current roommate alongside Set. Offers advice in life like telling Dori to get a job! About to bench press this man if he doesn't get a job that pays in money and not pain. Besides that, I need to write something here.
A mentor and colleague. The man has always been a great example to the Peacemaker, revered and trusted the most. A nice and congenial company he's always happy to work with. Still, infinitely grateful to Desanguis for what he's done for him in Dorian's time of need, having a great impact on his personal choice of profession. Will put his life in a harmful way for the Scourge without any second thought.
Reflection. 'Fellenwort'. Currently known as Jacent. Neither cold nor warm towards. Against the judgement from certain directions or bonds separating them, never lost his reasons to respect Nakti and his willing to learn more of her language. Mournful of the days they could call each other a friend and genuinely misses that time, admitting of the discomforts and mistakes he could've ever caused unwillingly to her, but has grown too jaded and crestfallen, dragged down by many misrepresentations of his motives. Distanced from.
Complex. Distanced herself from after reanalysing her boundaries, and has found little to redeem him in her eyes since. Reached out in small ways for a while, but after perceived betrayals, her perceptions of him are extremely tarnished. Wilted petals.
A friend. Holds a deep respect and admiration for, only solidified in time of mutual hardships. Admires her managing skills.
Finds him incredibly aesthetically pleasing. Has enjoyed his company on a number of occasions.