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G/N reader

Unspecified/Forrest Dwelling Cryptid Reader

Era IV Ghouls React to Cryptids Looking For (non-human) Food

Believe it or not, Cryptid spottings within ministry property is more common than you’d think! Cryptids are often drawn to areas that radiate abnormal energy. Clergy grounds tend to have high levels of magical energy or supernatural/psychic seeped grounds. Which makes it safer scavenging grounds for all sorts of beings!

Ghouls are still pack based, so very protective of their human companions. That, and ghouls live much of their lives in hell competing with dangerous species for food and survival. So the initial reactions of ghouls who guard an abbey would be entirely dependent on if the Cryptid is a danger or not.

For the sake of this ask- let’s say the Cryptid is a sentient, humanoid, and the ghouls are aware they are not a danger!

Aether: The head-Quintessence Ghoul in Training actually knew about you for decades. You lived in the Forrest and land around the main Abbey in Lincopia. You were rather an urban legend among the siblings but were no threat. You had your territory and knew not to venture too close. It’s only when you started stalking the ministry’s livestock that Aether decided to come find you. Livestock wasn’t cheap and Sister Imperator was NOT happy about losing food sources. Aether wanted to prove himself by solving this problem.

You were very easy for him to find with his quintessence abilities. He found you lurking around one of the grazing areas by the tree line, eyeing some of the milking cows. Actually, he was so good at keeping his powers hidden than HE startled YOU! You couldn’t exactly run from a strong ghoul but you were relieved when he calmly asked if you wanted something to eat. It’s how you came to an agreement. You would protect the Ministry animals in exchange for COOKED food.

Swiss: The Guitarist was sneaking around the kitchens for a midnight snack when he heard you. At first he assumed you were another ghoul (or Copia) also looking for a late night treat when he jokingly turned the light on on you. Cue you both staring shocked at each other. You with last night’s roast in your claws and Swiss in the doorway way. It felt like an eternity before either of you moved. Truthfully you were about to bolt out of the window you crawled in through with your meal. But Swiss spoke first. “… you want a drink to go with that?”

Despite the awkward start you weren’t intimated by the ghoul. Instead he helped fix you a plate of all the best left overs. You even spoke like you both weren’t supernatural beings in the middle of a human kitchen. It’s was actually nice. Swiss promised to keep slipping you some food if you wanted to come back the next night. Somehow you both went months of having this routine before you were caught!

Sodo/Ember: The fire ghoul was actually sent out to hunt you down! When Sister Imperator heard from a few siblings and clergy members that something was prowling the halls and breaking in she sent a few ghouls to look. Sodo wasn’t happy about the task but he couldn’t say no. He was convinced the siblings were seeing things… until the night he saw you ducking into one of the pantries. It’s also how you found yourself tackled to the ground when you were holding a bag of uncooked rice.

The two of you grappled, Sodo trying to pin you and you trying to escape. He was stronger than he looked and didn’t relent until you yelled. “I’M JUST HUNGRY!!” At first he didn’t believe you until you pleaded that you didn’t eat human meat! That made the fire ghoul stop completely. “… well FUCK- why didn’t you just ask!!” Imperator was not as happy finding Sodo feeding you in the kitchens, but she supposed it was better than finding out you were hunting siblings.

Cirrus: As the most pragmatic ghoul of the band, the keyboardist was not worried about you. It was only a rumor that something was stalking the halls of the clergy. As far as she figured it: humans weren’t going missing, livestock was undisturbed, and the outdoor pets of the siblings were all accounted for. So what was the issue? Well, according to Sister Imperator, it’s an issue when the food budget for the abbey keeps going up. Reluctantly, Cirrus was assigned to help hunt you down.

It only took her a day to track you down. You had feeding patterns based on the moon and certain foods you craved. One comically prepared net later and she had you! You had gulped while tangled in the enchanted net. But the tall ghoulette only kneeled and sighed. “Can you PLEASE just go join the ministry? I’m sick of trying to catch you!” Did you really have a choice? Either way, it was the start to a new friendship!

Cumulus: She actually had a personal vendetta against you. Unbeknownst to you, some of the snacks you pilfered from the pantry were actually HERS! You weren’t very versed in human food, but you loved these little chocolate truffle things. They tasted so much better than some of the bagged sweets! Although the pantry humans didn’t get them often… how were YOU supposed to know they were specially ordered all the way from Belgium for the cloud ghoulette? Little did you know your recent trip into the food stores actually had a trap!

The moment you touched the fancy back of candies you heard someone pop out. “AH CAUGHT YOU!! YOU-!! … you don’t belong here.” Normally you’d run but with her blocking the door there was no where to run… and she looked stronger than you. Just when you thought she was about to yell, she started to laugh. “That explains so much! … well, if you were hungry you could have asked!” This is how you found a ghoul ally in the clergy!

Rain: He’s in trouble because it turns out… he has been feeding you for months. You are what he actually considers a close friend now. Rain met you during his many excursions to the creeks and small ponds in the forest around the clergy. There is a huge lake for all the water ghouls but Rain likes his alone time. Imagine his surprise when he jumped into a pond and you came scrambling out. Rain felt bad and tried to make it up to you. Weeks later is when the humans started to spot you getting closer to the clergy walls.

The band Rain started to sneak out more and get really weird whenever anyone mentioned the new monster sightings. His behavior got stranger and stranger when he started hoarding extra snacks that would later disappear. It took half of the band following him out at night to see what he was up to! He ended up getting in trouble with Imperator, but luckily for him you were pretty harmless when left alone! He has to get proper visitation now, but you are happier he always comes with big full meals provided by the humans!

Sunshine: Sunny honestly didn’t know you WEREN’T supposed to be in the buildings. They are so freshly summoned they are still learning about what is considered ‘normal’ to humans and what isn’t. To Sunshine, it made perfect sense there was a supernatural being wandering around for food! They were just happy to meet someone new that smelt fun! On your end? You had been expecting the mixed element ghoul to attack you… not excitedly grab your hand and show you where the GOOD food was.

The band and Papa listened on and on about Sunshine talking about their new friend. None really knowing you were a Cryptid. From how they described you you were just a loner and a bit weird. They begged you be allowed to join them for dinner. Papa agreed just happy his first summoned ghoul was making friends… until you walked in. Everyone just stared in shock but none moved. When sodo tried to point out you were possibly dangerous Sunshine snarled. It was awkward but… everyone in the band just had to except you were there. Papa especially!

Mountain: The drummer actually knew you were in the walls for a while, you just didn’t do anything to make him worried. So what was the point of exposing you? Also, come to find later, he had assumed EVERYONE knew there was a cryptid in wall. Why else were you allowed to stay? (Not everyone knew and many jaws were dropped when Monty casually mentioned it). He was rather indifferent to you taking food… until you picked clean one of his favorite fruit trees. Even the really good fruits at the very top!

One night you were making your rounds when you suddenly felt yourself being lifted off your feet. You froze as you turned to look at the giant ghoul. Monty stared at you for an agonizingly silent minute before speaking gently. “If you take the last fruit you have to let the garden ghouls know.” You nodded , scared and he set you down. And then just.., walked off. You weren’t sure how to feel. But eventually you made a friend in him!

Phantom: Our favorite chaotic ghoul accidentally ran into you while you were scavenging for food! Phantom often likes to disappear into the scary forest surrounding the main clergy Abbey. Specifically at night where he does… well, no one is sure WHAT he does. But the point was is you startled him and he startled you! Neither of you were particularly hostile at each other but more curious. Phantom was VERY interested in what you were and why you were so close to ghoul (and demon) territory. You just wanted to know what a ghoul even was!

Phantom, you found, was incredibly inquisitive and asked you many questions. But when you eventually admitted you were just looking for food he offered to take you home!! You weren’t sure it was a good idea… but when he promised a good meal how could you refuse? The man in the skull face paint wasn’t happy Phantom dragged in an outsider, but everyone was nice none the less. Either way, after being checked out by the other ghouls to make sure you weren’t a threat you were offered a job in exchange for meals. Now you and Phantom are in charge of keeping outsiders from exploring the Forrest!

Aurora: The vocalist thought a lot of the siblings of sin were trying to pull her tail when they claimed they saw a monster in the nearby forest. Who knows what’s out there, but humans tended to get themselves worked up over the littlest shadows in the trees! But when she heard squeals of fright, looked to where siblings were pointing, and saw you walking around the trees… well, she was convinced Aurora isn’t a reckless ghoul, but she is very brave! And she certainly wasn’t going to ignore a cryptid prowling around with vulnerable humans!

She was the first to investigate you and quickly deduced you were harmless. A bit scary to the humans, but you were just hungry! The other guard ghouls came over to see Aurora ushering you inside- much to their chagrin. But who was going to argue with a band ranked ghoul? She happily fed you and introduced you to Copia and Sister Imperator. The only thing keeping her from getting in trouble is that Copia knew what kind of cryptid you were. Now she brings you meals and considers you a friend!

I will always happily write for our Water Queen <3

G/N Reader

Platonic/Non Romantic/ Friendship

Siren Reader

Mist and a Siren Reader

-believe it or not, sirens are very similar to a lot of water ghouls. They have a habit of hunting and luring prey similar ways. Both are also pretty elusive if you tried to catch one!

-Mist is especially more receptive to you as a siren because you both come from the ocean. Despite how her nickname suggests she’s named for weather or freshwater, she’s actually from Hell’s temperamental seas! Ocean life is much different than freshwater, so you both know your way around the sea. Oceanic ghouls are less common on Earth as they are particularly difficult to summon, leaving Mist feeling pretty lonely.

-You both bonded when you felt each other’s connection to water and have been inseparable ever since. You were a siren on a coastal abbey, and you did join the Ministry when you felt safe to, but you ALWAYS miss the ocean. So just like Mist, you were starved for someone who understood you. Siblings are just humans so they don’t understand how badly you need the ocean like they need air. And truthfully, you don’t disclose your nature to many.

-The two of you swim together a LOT! Your abbey is on a cliff side to the sea off the coast. You both regularly scare the shit out of the other siblings when you dive off the cliffs together! But you are fine, it’s not painful for either of you and you get the best jump!! (Though they did scold you both several times because of it.) it’s just your favorite diving platform and you enjoy the rolling waves as you enter from so high!

-You have shown Mist your favorite basking rock. It has the perfect amount of open water around it and enough room for the two of you to relax. Once in a while you even see ships sailing far away. As tempting as it is, the Clergy members running your home have warned you not to mess with any ships… a bummer really!

-Mist has shown you the best hiding place in the cliffs, a private little cave connected to a small beach. No one else is able to get to it because it doesn’t connect to the mainland. The both of you spend hours there together when not on duty. It’s your own little paradise!

-Mist is very protective of you, and you have to convince her that you’re fine pretending to be a human. A part of her feels that if you’re out of the water too long you might get sick and feel ‘beached.’ It makes you laugh every time. One of your most used phrases is “I’m a SIREN not a FISH!!”

-You don’t like to admit it but you do have the famous ‘Siren Call’. Your voice is beautiful and clear. But you hate people pestering for you to sing. Granted, you can definitely sing without hypnotizing people, but you don’t take requests! Mist is the only living being who has heard you sing and she adores it. And your favorite part? Ghouls aren’t susceptible to the magic of your powers. At least a couple times she has listened to your Call and found it beautiful. It’s a running joke between you that it doesn’t work on her!

-Despite being a bass ghoul, Mist is incredibly talented at acoustic guitar. You sing and she plays to it. It’s a lovely duo you make!

-Your favorite activity is finding rocks and shells together. You have a shared collection going.

NGL I took some… artistic liberties with the reader’s ‘condition’. I hope that’s ok! It’s been a real Infesstissumam type of week for me! This is based on lore I’ve built up behind the scenes for my own personal works, and is in no way canon. But I hope you enjoy my ideas! :)

GN Reader* (Note for after prompt, see bottom)

Supernatural Being/Immortal Reader

Relationship Tension

Papa III and IV Reacting to their S/O Magically Coming Back to Life… Literally

Papa III:

-No one can remember a time Papa was this devastated. Not when he was forced to retire, not when he lost everything… This is one of the few times he was forcibly pushed to go into private mourning. Even Omega had to be called back from duty to console the third Emeritus. Papa felt his world collapsing in. A demon blooded does not give their heart so easily, so it’s catastrophic when it shatters.

- Omega is the only reason anyone believes you when you ‘come back from the dead.’ You had just been the victim of a fatal highway accident merely days before. EVERYONE in the Ministry knew about it- And word travels fast! If it wasn’t for him everyone would assume you were some imposter or evil entity trying to take advantage of the situation.

-Even though the accident wasn’t your fault, you already felt guilty. This was going to be a very awkward explanation to Papa. You’ve been hiding your true nature for so many years you didn’t even bother to tell him. How was he going to react?

-Omega was the one to lead you to Papa but stopped you in the hallway. Barring you from entering the room where you could feel the angst of your beloved. The large ghoul loomed over you, eyes cold and lacking any empathy for you. It was the first and only time you felt scared of him.

“He deserves to know. Tell him or I will… Ghuleh.”

All you could do was tremble and nod.

-Papa looked AWFUL when you finally saw him. No paint, bags under his eyes, his hair and clothes a mess. He had been rotting away on his bed before you finally walked in, practically a shell of his former self. At first he didn’t respond to you calling for him, brushing you off as another person attempting to comfort him. But when he recognized your voice the man bolted up in bed. Papa stared at you with wide eyes before he scrambled to get you into his arms.

-You were showered in desperate kisses, a crushing hug, and his near sobbing; praising Lucifer for bringing you back to him. Luckily, that lasted for a good hour as he got it out of his system. The entire time you couldn’t help but glance at Omega, who watched you both from the door way with unblinking eyes.

-When you both calmed down from your emotional reunion you were forced to swallow your pride and tell Papa what had happened. That you truly had ‘died’ in the physical sense. But you tried to reassure him it was ok! That happens sometimes, and you were fine! Papa didn’t seem to understand at first before asking if you were not human or if you had been in magic practices this whole time. Well, he wasn’t wrong!

-It was nerve wracking having him go from super emotional to watching you impassively as you stumbled over your words. Yes, you knew magic that he couldn’t sense… and technically you USED to be human. Before you know, you took an Oath and became a Ghuleh. No, not THE Ghuleh of course but- you were a long lived and skilled disciple of her power. It’s the whole reason you were granted sanctuary in the Ministry in the first place. You technically couldn’t die in the physical sense. You never bothered telling him because it’s been so long since your practiced and you were afraid he might not like you if he knew. You faced so much rejection from your magic lineage, you didn’t want to lose him too. You were just too cocky that something like this wouldn’t happen.

-Papa sat in silence for what felt like ages, staring at you once you finished. A part of you was starting to break down figuring your relationship was over. But he finally moved to take your hand and give a gentle kiss to your knuckles.

“Don’t you ever lie and hide from me again.”

-you cried and you both hugged.

Papa IV/Copia:

-The news of your supposed passing tore Copia apart when he was first informed. He is a strong man, but you have always been his weakness. Copia can’t cope with the idea that the love of his life has been stolen from him too soon. When Copia was informed he became a sobbing mess, nearly passed out, and was utterly inconsolable. They had to give him tome off (and a LOT of Xanax) to keep him stable. It was a second disaster all in itself!

-You hadn’t meant to worry everyone. Hell, how were you EVER supposed to predict the most random renovation accident in Ministry history! All you did was walk by one of the new walls they were putting in and… at the very least, no one else had been hurt. But it was a terribly embarrassing time for you when you sat up and walked out of the Clergy mortuary. At least Miasma got a kick out of it.

-Sister Imperator was the first person to greet you when you ‘came back.’ And she was not happy. Imperator had been the person to guard your secrets and give you a place in the Ministry. Even let you near her prodigal son. But the deal had been you disclose everything about yourself to Copia. To Tell him what you were so they could AVOID his emotional meltdowns. A small side of you had been hurt that she cared more about Copia’s feelings than your own predicament, but you pushed it aside.

-“off you go. Go make it right.” You hated how she treated you like a child and not like a fellow disciple. But she was right- you did break your promise. And now you’ve accidentally broken Copia’s heart, even if it wasn’t your fault!

-The band ghouls had been happy to see you, but Copia nearly shrieked at your presence. The Papa convinced you were some sort of trick of his mind. It took you and all the ghouls an hour to calm him down (and even more Xanax.)

-When the new Papa came back to himself he clung to you, sobbing. You could barely make out him praising Lucifer and begging you not to leave him again. You let him, he deserved to get it out. You even found yourself tearing up and apologizing. The two of you rocked each other until all the tears dried up.

-You asked to be alone when you finally got the courage to explain what happened to him. You finally explained that you were a Ghuleh, a disciple of the zombie queen and her undying magic. Copia listened but he was stuck in a look of shock the entire time. You assured him that you never wanted him to find out this way. You were hoping he’d never find out.

-The worst thing ended up happening, aside from a break up. Copia didn’t want to leave you and he wasn’t planning to. But he was horribly upset at you for keeping this from him. Copia understands as much as he can. That’s not an easy lineage to hail from in this day and age. But you couldn’t tell him AT ALL?? How could you both be so close and so in love yet you kept this from him? It took you LITERALLY DYING to finally come clean! He felt so stupid at first. That he had a break down over this and not being strong enough to tell you were this deep in forbidden magic.

-As much as you both hate it, it did take a small hit on your relationship. A son of Lucifer and Child of Ghuleh has its own magical complications. But you don’t split. Copia would never let you go over this. He just needed a little time to get over feeling embarrassed and upset. This whole ordeal has made you both closer if anything!

-Imperator is oddly pleased about this…

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*Notes:

Ghuleh is both the name of the Zombie Queen AND her highest ranking disciples.

Anyone who is a Ghuleh is someone who achieved partial or full ‘immortality’ through the magics practiced by the Zombie Queen.

Ghuleh in this regard is a gender neutral title, and one of VERY high honor.

In my work Ghuleh is NOT to be confused with ‘Ghoulette’ or any feminine nick names for Ghouls. They are separate categories.

Done and Done! Please Enjoy! :)

GN Reader

Papas with a new Touch Starved S/O Who Can’t Initiate Physical Contact

Papa Nihil: He doesn’t want to come off rude, but the Grandpapa isn’t shy to directly ask you what’s wrong. He noticed that you’ve been together a short time but you don’t seem interested in hugs or cuddles. Which is FINE with him, he just wants you to be honest with him. Does it make you uncomfortable? Does he smell bad? Is he too pushy? Truthfully, you are thankful that he brought it up first. You were happy to sit Nihil down and explain why you have difficulty making first moves. He listens intently and is happy you told him. Nihil emphasizes that there isn’t anything you can’t tell him! He then asks if you would prefer he regularly start with touches, and you happily agree! This works splendidly for you as you get more comfortable asking for more.

Papa I: It was one of the first things he noticed about you, back when you were both a casual fling. The way you would nervously shuffle while casting hungry glances at him. Papa realized that you might have been shy, so he was happy to take the lead. He’d always make time to lift his arm up and watch as you eagerly clung to his side. Or how calm and content you were when you’d walk with your arms intertwined. Papa has never really broached the subject. You both seemed content with the arrangement. Though one day he did off-handedly mention you were allowed to touch him first. You felt a bit embarrassed, but the conversation lead to a talk about your needs and wants. Now you both have non-verbal cues established for when you need touch. It’s been bliss ever since!

Papa II: He immediately picked up something was off when you both first became an item, he just couldn’t figure out what. Papa was a touch surprised you didn’t climb all over him like some of his past flings. At first he thought you were just being respectful of his space. But he caught onto your longing looks whenever you thought he wasn’t paying attention. Papa put it to the test one day when he carefully wrapped his arms around you. You practically melted in his embrace and buried your face in his neck. Papa chuckled and started to rub your back, feeling how much you needed this. “Oh little one, you do know you can always ask for your Papa’s affection. Yes?” It was an awkward conversation after, on your part, but you were grateful for it. Papa isn’t a clingy man, but for you he is happy to be more physically available.

Papa III: You don’t have to wait long to get what you want. Papa is a VERY physically affectionate partner. Not just with bedroom needs, but basic acts of physical intimacy. He is most comforted when you two are making contact of some kind. He loves hand holding, playing with hair, snuggles, random hugs, and just using any excuse he can to lean on you. He noticed very early that you never really initiated these small acts yet were famished for any attention! It’s during one of your many cuddle sessions does he finally bring it up. He assures you he doesn’t mind, but are you wanting him to initiate more often? You eventually have a nice conversation where you open up about how hard it is for you to ask for this kind of thing… he’s always happy to indulge you! He also grins so big later in your relationship when you make the first move. He’s so proud of you!

Papa IV/Cardinal Copia: you both were at an awkward impasse. Copia is just like you. He CRAVES physical affection and praise… but he has to be in the mood to come onto you first. Which he does regularly, but you noticed that he increasingly looks uncomfortable trying to touch you. When you finally ask why he looks scared to hold your hand he breaks down and admits that he’s trying to respect your boundaries. After talking you discover that this entire time Copia thought you were touch OPPOSED! He has been navigating your relationship thinking you were not into small acts of physical affection. Poor guy, you practically laughed in his face when he told you that! But it was actually you laughing in relief. It lent to your much needed conversation about what you both wanted in the future.

I’m actually an avid horror fan, so this is perfectly fine! :) As long as it meets my rule guidelines I’m always happy to have horror and darker clergy themes! It gives me a chance to go Opus in my writing!

Just always check out my trigger tags! I try to do very detailed ones in the tags and on the piece!

I wasn’t exactly sure what you meant by murder ghouls, so I think this is finally time to debut Miasma in my writing! (Aka the Clergy Syringe Ghoul from the chapters!)

Inspired by ‘Ritual’ in our Beloved First Psalm

GN Reader

Cannibal Reader

Unbeta’d and Proud

Trigger warnings: mentions of blood/gore, cannibalism, ritual sacrifice, demon/ghoul feeding, mentions of assassinations, murder, blood drinking

The Assassin and The Child Of Beelzebub

Gore under Cut!! Mature Readers Only!

I took this as an opportunity to do Era I ghouls, as they never get love! Plus they are technically the oldest/wisest ghouls of their element and actually REMEMBER a time where angels were more of an active threat. Hope you enjoy!

GN Reader

Fallen Angel Reader

***TRIGGER WARNINGS: Mentions of battles, mentions of violence, hostility towards reader, mentions of death, Heaven vs Hell casualties

Era I (The Leader) Ghouls and a newly fallen Angel Reader

Fallen angels are rare but considered a grand occasion in the Ministry. You were recruited so fast to be among the ranks! The Emeritus bloodline always eager for angels that have truly awoken to their full potential. You were nursed back to full health after your fall from Grace. Learning to inhabit a more mortal form without the divine. And many siblings in the Clergy were eager to have you. You were grateful to be welcomed so quickly. But your new home doesn’t come without it’s problems…

You find the hardest transition was with ghouls. Angels and Ghouls being natural enemies with countless battles. So you were discussed with the ghoulish leadership before you had a chance to come near any ghouls. And the council of them had their own opinions.

Alpha: The fire leader is a bit smug at seeing you. Nothing personal, but he likes watching angels get humbled and hope you enjoyed ‘the fall.’ But since you are here, if you pledge yourself to the Emeritus bloodline and prove yourself worthy- why shouldn’t you be allowed to join? Alpha is going to want to test you, of course. He’s going to want to be in charge of all the tests to make sure you are as loyal as you say you are. In the future, he ends up being the most friendly and welcoming to you after you’ve proven yourself.

Omega: Has the hardest time accepting you, believe it or not. Quintessence ghouls have the hardest times when it comes to angels, and are often the first attacked and slaughtered when it comes to battles of the divine. This is because Quintessence is actually the universe’s most shared element in all beings. Accept when angels use it they morph it to be ‘divine’ and when ghouls nurture it it’s lovingly just the ‘Aether’. Angels and Quintessence ghouls are two sides of a coin, and it makes them deadly to each other. Omega has a lot of trouble believing you are truly fallen and not just some sleeper agent ready to wipe out the Ministry. He believes you need to be sacrificed to Lucifer if you truly want to be useful. Nothing personal, but it totally is…

Gamma: Out of all the old ghouls, Gamma is the most reverent of your position. He does not accept you blindly, but knows your presence is a sign of his faith. Angels don’t just magically fall into the Ministry when they are dropped from Grace. He is sure Lucifer brought you to them; whether as a test to YOU or THEM he isn’t quite sure. It’s his insistence that no one make any hasty decisions and consult with the Sigma ghoul…. You are grateful down the line when you realize Gamma’s wisdom and level headed-ness probably saved your life.

Delta: He is openly hostile towards you if you get too close to him, but tolerates your presence otherwise. He was summoned to earth centuries ago to protect both the ruling Papa and the archives of Demonic knowledge. So he’s had to put down a few angels in his time! This is Ministry politics and Delta is only interested in making sure the ghoul population is safe. If you are sincere then you can stay… but he makes it very well known he’ll rip what’s left of your wings off if you harm any ghoul. Like Alpha, he will be satisfied when you under go initiation and complete your tests. He won’t acknowledge you, otherwise.

Air: Though he does not choose to bear the title of Beta Ghoul, he still serves as the oldest Air ghoul. So he was consulted on what to do in regards to you. Air is, in fact, the oldest Ghoul on earth. He’s old enough to remember angels being a non-stop threat to the earlier tribes of Hell. Everyone assumed that, like Omega, he would want you to be sacrificed to the Olde One. But Air surprised everyone by vouching for you… so long as you physically bind your soul to Lucifer. As he explains, a Fallen Angel has been cast out for a reason much like their Infernal Majesty. That is useful to the Ministry and it’s goals so long as you show your trustworthiness and give your soul. If you go ahead and bind yourself Air will not fully trust you but at least feel confident that you pledged yourself sincerely.

SURPRISE SPECIAL: As the leader of all leaders (tm), the Sigma, he was happy to have you!! Lucifer wants you safe and cared for, after all! Special knows for a fact you are going to fit right in. You are EXACTLY what the Ministry needs! Truthfully, you were a little scared of this ghoul and his reputation in Heaven. But Special seems nice enough and shows you around. He has everyone treat you like royalty so you can’t really complain, can you…?

This is so cute, I hope you don’t mind ghoul reader! :)

Ghoul Mate Reader

GN Reader

Era V Ghouls

The Ghouls Mate Adopts a Displaced Kit

For a quick recap, ghoul summoning HAS to be done by an experienced and supervised sibling of sin. Many botched summoning are done by new siblings who have no clearance to carry one out. Botched summonings can result in injured ghouls, stolen kits, or even pulling beings that are not ghouls into the clergy…

Aether: The guitarist ghoul was ready to keep the kit immediately when you told him what happened. His only hesitation is that you both could be in big trouble if you didn’t report it. The ministry is very strict on tracking these types of summons. But you were happy to know that Aether was already attached and wanted to keep the little one sooooo badly. Aether just wants to do it the RIGHT way. It’s how you ended up in Papa’s office, with your mate kindly explaining why you had to keep the kit. You and the kit were already attached at the hip, and so was he! Papa was VERY happy for you both and for the baby. “Well, uh, it solves where we must place the little one, yes? Uh… congratulations?”

Phantom: It takes an hour of convincing Phantom that you are completely serious about adopting this random kit. When you first got him and told your mate you wanted to keep the little ghoul he thought you were trying to prank him. Phantom literally thought you had borrowed a kit to try to get one over on him! But when he realizes this ISN’T relation for the prank he pulled on you last week, he’s very quiet. He stays quiet for a very long time and you get nervous this might be the end of your relationship… but he surprises you. “So, what do we name him?” He’s completely unsure of what to do, but he wants to make this work! Phantom insists this is awesome, because he can raise your kit to be a guitarist like him!

Cirrus: You were very nervous about bringing home your new kit. Cirrus hates when you both make big decisions without consulting the other. She was very curious when you brought home a tiny kit, asking why you were baby sitting. You carefully started to explain that the little ghoul was accidentally summoned. But before you could finish it Cirrus came over to take the baby. She immediately clutched the kit protectively, and you remembered the same had happened to her when Air adopted her… “We will protect her with our lives.” She declares before nuzzling into the little ghoul.

Cumulus: Your mate was so supportive when you brought home the kit. She was very confused at first, mind you, until you explained what happened. Cumulus quietly listened as she held the baby ghoul and eventually started rocking the kit to sleep. “Well… he already likes us. We can’t just give him back!” Cumulus’ main concern is that eventually she does have to work and tour. So you both have a big discussion of how your home situation will be when you are left with your kit by yourself. But if you are happy with the arrangement, so is she!

Mountain: To your surprise, Monty barely asked any questions. He just readily accepted that you made the executive decision to adopt. You personally know it’s from his home tribe, where spur of the moment adoptions happened. The drummer is more interested in picking out a name, figuring out the kit’s element, and getting the nest ready for the baby. Mountain already starts gathering spare curtains to make a kit sling for you both to carry her around. You barely have time to blink before your kit is slung against his chest comfortably and he’s out the door to go get supplies!

Swiss: Your kit? You mean OUR KIT!! Swiss loves kits so much, so when you brought one home randomly he had assumed you were baby sitting. The guitarist had the baby in his arms so fast to play and the small ghoul clung to him immediately. He was so wrapped up in playing he nearly didn’t hear that no, you weren’t babysitting! It took you a moment to get his attention and explain… you sorta… kinda just took this one after a botched summoning? Swiss stared at you for a long time before becoming emotional. “You mean… you adopted a family for us?” He’s SO excited and hugs you both. You know he wanted a family after the band but are just excited he’s excited for one a little early!

Rain: At first you thought you had made a mistake when Rain seemed a little sour at first. He had made a face when you told him what happened . But you quickly came to find that he just hates when humans do these vile things. Rain scooped the kit up with your permission and looked at you. “Do you really want to do this? I need to know we are both committed before I get too attached.” Neither of you had discussed starting a family before this. It was time for you two to talk about it and be 100% sure you both were ready for the responsibility. But when you saw the kit fall asleep on Rain, you knew it was meant to be.

Sunshine: They didn’t really know you could just… do that? I mean sure, in Hell you can adopt any kit you find abandoned. But wouldn’t the humans get suspicious if they saw you both with a baby out of no where? Sunshine doesn’t think about it too hard once the baby is in their arms. they’ll explain to Papa and Sister eventually! Sunshine is admittedly a little scared to raise the kit in the human realm. They are still super new to human culture and is scared of raising a kit outside of Hell. But they trust you since you were summoned for way longer! Sunshine wants to introduce the kit to the band as soon as possible!

Aurora: She takes to the kit almost as fast as you did! You both realize later that your kit has quintessence as their element. No wonder! You three bonded so strongly it would be impossible to separate your new family. Aurora is not shy to immediately go to Papa and have a long list of supplies and accommodations you will all need. Papa is bewildered but can’t find it in him to say no to the confident ghoulette and her demands. All you originally wanted was just for your mate to be ok with adopting. But you won’t say no to all of the perks! It’s how she got you both a bigger living quarters, kit supplies, and even new furniture! The only thing you two end up bickering about is names. So far you might compromise on an Opera inspired name.

Sodo/Ember: He’s mad at first. No. NO NO NO NO NO! You can’t just come home with a FAILED SUMMON KIT! You both can get in serious trouble and- one angry look from you kept your fire ghoul from arguing more. But he INSISTS this is YOUR issue, not his! …. Until he realizes the baby is a fire kit… and also really cute… and awww, look at how the kit likes you already. Fine. Sodo eventually relents when it’s his turn to hold the kit and the small ghoul falls asleep in his arms. When you try to take the kit back he pulls away protectively. Eventually you hear a “Fuck you, babe, if you think I’m changing diapers!!”

I love this because all ghouls know what it’s like to learn human languages!

I, myself, am not bilingual. But I’m always happy for any feedback in the future for this prompt.

Reader’s first language/nationality is up to you!

G/N Human Reader

Ghoul Reader Friendship

Era V Ghouls with a Sibling of Sin Learning English

Phantom: Everyone expected Phantom to only want to help you learn how to swear, thanks to his mischievous streak. But he’s not THAT much of an ass! Phantom was actually very encouraging to you. He will typically ask if you want to try conversations with him in English to help you get practice in. Phantom will admit he’s not very good at helping teach… but he can get you in with private lessons, via Papa. Yes, he can actually do that. Yes, you’ve gotten to meet Papa because of it who was happy to speak in your native tongue!

Sodo: The guitarist knows your pain very well. English was actually his second language, and a huge pain in his ass. (His first being Swedish based on being summoned in Linkoping.) He’s not really a teaching type outside of music, but he’s happy to help you where he can! Sodo approaches it the way he learned , and that’s just being talked to in English. He’ll always stop when you have questions or ask him to slow down. But having conversations in practical situations slowly helps. The one thing he will personally teach you is how to cuss someone out if you ever need it!

Cirrus: Being raised by Air in the Ministry meant that Cirrus grew up with several languages at once; Ancient Ghoulish, Ghoulish, English, and several other types of human languages. You half expect her to be critical of your growing English, but Cirrus is very complimentary. The more stern ghoulette is always happy to give you constructive feedback. Cirrus is very encouraging of you and lets you know how well you are doing. Learning a new language is tough, after all!

Cumulus: The keyboardist LOVES to help you when you ask her! Cumulus knows that English is a particularly hard language to master to non-native speakers. You were really touched when you found out she went out of her way to try and learn your language, too. She mentions this is because she considers you friend and having someone who knows your language back makes chatting so much easier! Cumulus is always your cheerleader!

Aurora: One of her many tricks she suggests to you is to learn songs in English! This is what helped her back when she was a classically trained opera singer for her first Papa. It’s how she learned more than Italian! You don’t even have to be a singer, that’s the best part! Picking a song you like and mimicking the singers can help with pronunciation and word cadence…. At least according to Aurora. Aurora is always happy to help read or offers to translate for you when she can. You find that you both sing together these days!

Swiss: The guitarist definitely startled you when you first spoke to him, as he knows your mother tongue! Swiss excels at picking up languages! It helps that he was raised with several ghoulish dialects, so to him you learn one you learn them all! Since you are buddies, Swiss loves to help you learn where he can. He doesn’t really like textbook learning languages, it’s too formal. He’s helped you with more natural conversation structure and understanding things like common English sayings or colloquialisms.

Aether: Taking over as the next Omega Ghoul meant Aether needed to master a LOT of human languages. You were delighted to know he had a pretty decent grasp of your mother tongue! That made him a perfect tutor for you! Aether adores helping where he can. He’s happy to help you learn whatever you want! You both converse in both your native language AND casual English.

Sunshine: Being a new summon, Sunshine understands completely! Their English has gotten better, but they still heavily lean on Ghoulish and nonverbal cues to communicate. You two basically have bonded trying to learn English together! Sunshine has a tough time with Grammar and writing, but you’ve help them too where you could. You both practice conversations together and attend lessons given by the ministry. It’s brought you both super close to each other. You’ve even learned a little ghoulish from them, and you’ve taught Sunshine some of your own mother tongue!

Rain: many people don’t know that Rain was actually an archivist before he was ever a band ghoul; so he knows quite a few human languages! The bassist knows where the best work books are if you ever wanted to practice writing and sentence structure! Rain offers to get you access to Papa I’s teaching notes and any supplementary work you need! You find he’s actually a natural teacher as well and you sometimes meet with him during lunch to practice!

Mountain: At first you thought the drummer didn’t speak English because he was so quiet. But Monty is just a naturally quiet and friendly ghoul. He bluntly compliments that your English is very good for a beginner. Monty knows how passionate you are about learning, so you found that he’s been secretly hoarding learning materials for you. It’s how you received several really really helpful books and personalized notes from Papa! He’s so excited to give you everything he’s gathered for you!

Never be afraid to ask for platonic/friendship/non-romantic requests! I’m always happy to do them :)

Also, crocheting is the BEST! I’m so excited to do this!

I hope you enjoy and have a good night yourself ❤️

G/N Reader

Platonic friendship

Era V Ghouls

Fluff/light hearted prompt

Papas and Ghouls with a Sibling of Sin who Crochets

Papa Nihil: One of his most prized possessions is a vintage styled blanket you made for him. It’s a granny square blanket with trim, and in the warm colors you’d find in someone’s 70’s inspired house. It reminds him of the ones he used to love and it stays on the back of his couch. You have been roped into being his movie buddy. So while you both are watching cheesy horror movies, you share the blanket as he watches and you crochet more!

Papa I: Papa adores your crocheting! Most of your time spent together is basically you both doing a quiet activity while lightly chatting. You with your yarn and he with whatever task he’s appointed himself that day. He has commissioned you for pot cozies for his favorite old plants. They comically break up his dark decor, but he adores them. You even picked a yarn that feels good sensory wise on his hands! Whenever he finds old books about yarn and needlework he gives them to you. It actually got you into lace making as well!

Papa II: He has a reputation for being a luxury goods type of man, and many wrongly assume he wouldn’t like hand made goods. But Papa has a deep respect for any skill based craft. Depending on what you make may or may not interest him, but he admires your skill. You once crocheted him some very tasteful doilies. Papa uses them under his favorite bottles of alcohol to really bring out his display shelves. He has gifted you high quality wool yarn before.

Papa III: Acts like everything you make is divine. Because to him it is! Papa also has a deep love of craftsmanship. But be aware, he LOVES getting hand made things from you! Papa will happily commission you for whatever pops into his head. Or if you’re making something he will go, “I want one too! Make it in purple?” Papa delights in being a friend and patron of you, no matter what you make. His favorite is the time you made him a sweater for his birthday! He wore it all day and bragged about having a one of kind piece of art from you.

Papa IV/Cardinal Copia: Copia tends to get lost in watching you crochet. Like, he intensely watches your hands as you work. He can’t help himself, it’s so mesmerizing! He won’t admit how much he really wants stuff you’ve made. But Copia knows from experience how annoying it is to be pestered for your skill. He’s absolutely delighted when you make him a toy rat! It stays in his office on his desk so he can play with it while he’s thinking.

Aether: You convinced him to take up crocheting with you… and he LOVES IT! It’s actually thanks to you both that the band had those gold sweaters for the Christmas pictures back in the Prequelle days! You two had worked your fingers to the bone for MONTHS to get them ready! Aether finds a similar peace in crocheting the way he does with guitar. When he stayed back from touring he had more time to dedicate working with you. You even have your own sweater he made just for you!

Phantom: You have this chaotic ghoul so enamored with everything you make!! You even made him a tiny yarn ghost that he takes everywhere (affectionately named Phantom Jr.) you have tried to help teach Phantom how to knit with very little success. Oh well! He’ll just sit and watch you do it instead. Phantom always has questions and is just happy to hear you talk about it! Phantom Jr is placed in his front vest pocket at all times.

Aurora: Constantly begs you to go yarn shopping with her. Aurora actually has a brilliant eye for color and flair, so she happily picks out combinations to use for your projects. She became addicted to your work when you made her a pair of fingerless gloves so her prized claws don’t get caught. She introduced you to the rest of the band as, “my amazingly talented friend who made the gloves you’re all jealous of”!

Sunshine: Thinks you’re some kind of wizard, because how else could you do something so amazing?? Sunshine loves to sit with you and hold your yarn as you work. Sometimes they like to help and just untangle your yarn or re-wind some back into skeins. Sunshine is just happy to watch you make amazing pieces while they practice or do boring paper work next to you. They won’t admit they would love a fun hat from you!

Swiss: Has worn everything you ever made him and immediately shows them off. Swiss has mastered doing a fashion show walk as he models the newest hat you made. “Oh, is everyone jealous I have the newest crochet couture?” If you sell these he will tell EVERYONE! Thanks to him the whole band owns one of your hats!! He’s so proud of your skill and vows to get everyone in the ministry to adore your work!

Cumulus: You both accidentally became good friends thanks to your crocheting! You were taking commissions around the ministry to earn a few extra dollars and favors (as chores only gave you so much allowance). Imagine your surprised when THE Cumulus approached you with a want for a scarf. You ended up knitting the most gorgeous bean stitch cream scarf for her. While chatting during the commission times you both found you got along splendidly. Cumulus hasn’t let you out of her sight since, and wears her scarf every winter!

Cirrus: The pianist has made it her mission to stop others from pestering you for free crochet pieces. Specifically her fellow band mates. But Cirrus won’t lie and say she has a lot of pride in being able to say she owns one of your little crochet animals. You once made her a tiny yarn cat just because, and she adores it! When you both are hanging around you nearly cried seeing the little plush cat rest on her practice keyboard. According to Cirrus, that’s her song editor. Awww!

Mountain: You weren’t sure what he thought of, he’s always so quiet! You were surprised one day when he finally seemed to acknowledge your hobby by politely showing you a pattern. A yarn cactus plushie attached to a plush pot. Mountain explains he really wanted to see if you would make him something but felt too shy to ask. The drummer assuming that you made so many projects because you’re obviously swarmed by commissions! He was so grateful you made it and praises you for how well made it is. You were so flattered when he immediately showed the rest of the band what you made!

Rain: Adores anything cute you make! His favorite are the little animals you make from different patterns. Every time you find a new pattern he asks if you can make him one too! He has a whole shelf of small yarn animals and refuses to let anyone touch them. They are special because they are from you, one of his best friends! He especially adores the jellyfish with long yarn trails you made for his summoning anniversary.

Sodo/Ember: Thinks crocheting is badass but it’s a little low energy for him. He can’t watch you do it or it calms him down enough to want to take a nap (everyone begs you to keep doing it.) if you crochet around him and he’s tired enough he will just rest on you and sleep (with permission of course.) you have made him a hat to cover the time he broke his horn and Sodo refused to let anyone touch it. He has commissioned you to make gifts for the band many times!

Absolutely!!! Mist is the best!!

G/N Reader

Mist as your Best Friend

~Mist is a very quiet ghoul normally. She likes to listen to others and just take in the moment. Typically, in public, she lets you do all of the talking. If you worry you talk too much Mist will assure you that she genuinely just likes listening to you. She cares about what you have to say and what’s important to you! And she enjoys the sound of your voice.

~That being said, you are one of the only people she will talk to A LOT! You’re the rare exception that gets to hear Mist say more than two sentences at a time. Your favorite is when she goes on rants about music.

~Mist might be quiet but she has no problems standing up for you, if needed. Mist is definitely the “excuse me, they asked for no Pickles” bestie. She’s happy to assist whenever! But she’s also so elated during the times you do the same for her. You have a flawless balance going of whose turn it is to order at places!

~She has taught you to play Bass. Mist is a natural teacher and you blossomed with her guidance. She has surprised you for your birthday with your very own Bass she tuned herself!

~You’re one of the few people allowed to touch her instruments and music collection (which is huge. She loves vinyls). All of the vinyls you have ever gifted her are on the top of her shelf.

~Mist is one of the most loyal friends you have ever had. You know the bassist would take a bullet for you. She has almost come close to getting into a fist fight to defend you!

~ She remembers everything about you and your likes. To Mist, caring about your likes and interests are a crucial part of being your friend. So when she was on tour she always sent you pictures of things you’d like or save souvenirs of your favorite items.

~You’re the only person who ever made her hard laugh and it amazes everyone.

~Some of your favorite down time has been taking walks or dipping into the Ministry fountain to just sit and either talk or do nothing. You both know how to clear the others head when you are stressed.

~Mist has totally snuck you into big High Ministry functions before. Because of it you have made friends with many of the band ghouls and have met Papa III! Mist and you have a running joke about getting as many autographs as you can, selling them for a fortune, and retiring from Ministry life. The other band ghouls will join in and ask if you snuck in vinyls to sign.

I’m doing pretty ok, thanks for asking! I hope you’re having a good day!!

Oh boy, let’s see these demon popes sad! I framed this as a reader insert just to make it easier to read!

Papas x Reader heartbreak (reader is the one who broke things off.) (implied serious relationship)

Gender Neutral Reader

WARNINGS: mentions of drugs, depressed states, unhealthy coping habits

The Papas When They Are Heartbroken

Papa Nihil: The last time this man had his heart broken he ended his music career. Dramatic yes, but how can he continue after something so painful? (Even if it’s his fault!) He simultaneously becomes withdrawn emotionally but goes out of his way to distract himself. Nihil needs time to process his feelings. He doesn’t catch feelings for people easily, and he’s used to getting everything he wants. So being heartbroken is so foreign to him. Nihil will become very curt in person. He’ll give everyone short answers and not be as social. If he can avoid talking for a while he will because he’s too much in his own head. He’s practically a ghost… until he decides to start partying again . Or throw himself in some sort of activity. Anything to help numb the pain! He’ll go wild at parties, he will invest in hobbies, and do anything to keep himself occupied so he doesn’t have to think about you. It’s his escape from the daily ache!

Papa I: He’s not the most emotional man in the world, but losing you hurt more than he could put into words. Papa tends to be the most accepting of the family. Lucifer has his plans, and clearly you weren’t meant to be in his life that way. He will be very cordial and respectful to you but very, very cold. Unless you both work together he will never willingly put himself in the same room as you. Papa has to distance himself as he can’t stand to be reminded of the pain. He is the type of man to throw himself fully into work and his free time leisure’s… but the ghouls did notice he is a bit more zealous than normal with his sacrificial worship. Papa lets himself feel the pain and then uses it to make his worship stronger. Papa eventually reasons that maybe heartbreak is his punishment for not focusing on spreading Lucifer’s will… yeah, that’s it. From time to time he will even secretly check on you to make sure you’re living a good life.

Papa II: You can’t feel heartbreak if you refuse to acknowledge it! Papa refuses to admit he feels any sort of pain from your break up. He’s always been the man to swallow his emotions because, to him, they are useless and only hold him back. Papa convinces himself you were just a passing fancy and that it wasn’t going to last anyway… he totally didn’t have plans to be strongly attached to you. Papa in the ministry work day comes off as a touch more grumpier than usual. He’s always been polite yet direct, but anyone who annoys him feels his wrath more harshly. But then when the work is done, like his father, Papa throws himself into luxury. There’s no time to even consider being sad when he’s neck deep in vice! So Papa indulges in all of his favorite things; drugs, alcohol, parties, luxury goods, and all the partners that are SO HAPPY TO THROW THEMSELVES AT HIS FEET! He can have anyone he wants, so why would he dwell on you? … right? If he ever sees you in public Papa will not acknowledge you if you don’t approach him first. Ouch.

Papa III: Oh boy- a heartbroken Papa III is the most pathetic sight you will ever see. He does not take this level of rejection well. Yes, he will always honor your wishes and respect you enough to let you walk away… but it destroys him. Papa is the most guarded of his family when it comes to his true self. Under all of his charm and sociability is a man who is afraid to ever let himself be known and hurt. And you? You were supposed to be different. This was supposed to be the love he yearned for all of his life. You were the one who got past all of his walls and loved him for the true person he was!! And you ripped it to shreds. Papa has to take sick leave over it and locks himself away to where only his brothers and his personal ghouls can reach him. Papa spends the first half of his mourning barely doing anything but staring out the window and refusing to move. Eventually, he starts going back to his favorite pastimes. But it’s not the same. Papa vows to never let anyone in his heart ever again. He sometimes wonders if you will ever try and get him back. As nice as that thought is- he could never have you back.

Papa IV/Cardinal Copia: Now, Copia’s actions after really depends on whether he was hurt before or after becoming Papa. one thing is certain, he manages to take the ending amicably at first. But when he is alone he cries so hard he becomes sick. Copia is a softer man as he is very inexperienced with serious relationships. Yes, he is able to form a coup, perform satanic rituals, and do diabolical deeds without blinking. But Copia’s heart is so tender and just wants someone to love him deep down. That being said, he will respect you enough to not try and win you back or push your boundaries. Although he will be super immature in trying to show you what you’re missing!! As a Cardinal this heartbreak is one of the many things that spur him on to being Papa. It’s your loss when he’s finally Papa and you won’t be there to enjoy it with him!! And if he’s already Papa, he does everything to show off THAT HE’S TOTALLY LIVING HIS BEST LIFE WITHOUT YOU!! Copia doesn’t need you to be happy, he’ll show you!!