The "Be My Valentione!" Creative Writing Contest (NA) - OFFICIAL ENTRY THREAD

[DullKeys]

Dear Urianger,

Shall I pen thee a missive for my gratitude?
Thy knowledge flowth as the aetherial sea goes
Thy determination is the walk to Horizon
The lengths thou tooketh the Lominsian cruise
Humble greetings in the Waking Sands we met
I thought little at the time, as I were new
But as I wisened, so too did I spy
The theatre that I appreciate today
Steadfast you were then, many moons later
For thy surveillance of the bestial primals
For thy efforts with Gaius, and beyond
Traversing with the Warriors of Darkness
Creating gifts for us as you held the fort
Now, administrating the old Scion base.
Thy heart, stalwart in your goal, unwavering
Set to thwart the greater evils lain within
Thou seemest to lost all that brought joy to thee
I ask not that thou forswear thy jovialness,
Much less forget those who we lost to save Eorzea
But I bid you consider this request;
I beseech thee, at the First Umbral Moon
I willst thou to enjoy Valentione's
By my side, fellow Scion and comrade.

How was that? I tried my hand at a more eloquent form of speech. Though I'm afraid it will not match your proficiency, I trust it was amusing enough for you back at the Waking Sands. Thank you for all that you do, Urianger.
I shall await your response at the Bokairo Inn in Kugane.

Sincerely,
Syelyena Dazkar

Syelyena Dazkar, from Coeurl. I would have the Scarf of Wonderous Wit if I was considered.

[ginchimera]

I know not if this letter will find you,
Nor if I've the heart to send it.

The words written down may not be of my hand, but they are of my voice,

my soul.

You were a voice that traveled upon the winds of Coerthas,

Shielding from the blinding cold.

Your eyes pale, yet so full of hope, of life, of the need for change.

Your hair, shimmering as the snow speckled it with it's flurries,

Catching my eye just so, that I could not look away.

We met on terms not entirely pleasant,

When we fought, it was riveting, exciting, terrifying.

And when we needed your help, though you were hesitant,

A way to bring your dream to reality, one the land was in need of terribly,

You were a formidable ally.

We bonded amongst the poms of moogles, your insistence of your heart not truly being of ice so endearing, so wonderful.

It was hard to think of you as that hardened woman I had met before.

I could see the real you, and I truly could not bring myself to look away.

No, I could never look away from you.

How I wish to know if I had melted that heart of yours.

If I had touched you, as you had touched me.

I fear continuing on without you.

I fear never seeing that smile again, as rare as it may have been.

But you would not have wished that for me.

I must continue, for you, for myself, for others.

I loved you. Truly. Deeply.

And if this letter should find you, I pray, to any and every member of the twelve that can hear me.

That you are happy. Sincerely happy.

And that you can see your dream has come true.

Skarnsyhr Fianedzar, of the Mateus server. I would like the Scarf of Wondrous Wit if considered!

[RemSilvertongue]

Commander Rhiki,

I pray that this letter finds you in a good mood, for you can be as ferocious as the Maelstrom you serve when something has your tail standing on end! Or, indeed, in the heat of combat... which is where I fell for you.

For the past week I've been coming to visit you in the Aftcastle with the simple intention of taking that Merlwyb Bloefhiswyn card off your hands, but as the flames of battle overtook us to the sounds of Shuffle or Boogie, I came to appreciate the beauty of those scars on your face, the way your ears stick out against your adorable little hat, and the way your uniform is filled out in all the right places.

The ferocity with which you clung to that card... I get goosebumps when I think back on your face at that moment. Whether I was winning or losing stopped mattering to me after a certain point... I was in heaven and had no intention of leaving. So when you finally conceded and handed me that card I'd been fighting so hard to attain... it felt hollow. I walked away smiling on the outside, sure, but inside... I felt like I'd lost something. Something I'd like to get back.

So with that in mind..! R'ashaht Rhiki, will you meet me at the Triple Triad Battlehall at the Saucer tonight? May we dance with our decks 'till the sun rises, before collapsing exhausted into eachother's arms? Will you be my Valentione?

Best wishes,
Rem Silvertongue

If considered, I'd like a Scarf of Wondrous Wit!
Rem Silvertongue of Jenova

[InsomEnigma]

Fourth Year of the Seventh Umbral Era,
Second Day of the First Umbral Moon

"To the Azure Dragoon of Ishgard,

Pray forgive me if that title is overly formal, but I find myself too bold in assuming I may call you by your name.

I am Claurice Chaverau de Fortemps, and I am one of many souls who's life your service has saved; albiet more directly in my case than most. Always will I remember the sight of you slaying the dragon that fell upon me three years ago, the feeling of safety as you pulled me from the snow and carried me to the borders of the central highlands into the hands of able chirugeons.

I will be brief. Ever since that day, I have been enraptured by you. I care not for the differences in our status, in our blood. It is nothing to the desire to know the man who saved my life, to express my gratitude, and if I would be so lucky, to ease the strain of his burdens.

I am sure you would have preferred a more direct approach concerning such matters, but in truth, I know not where to find you, given your abandoning of your post. Take it not as an insult, I do not doubt your reasons are well founded. I pray only that Ser Alberic may be trusted to deliver this missive to you upon your return, and that nothing ill shall befall you until that day.

Should you seek to answer me, call and I shall come.

Your Admirer,
Claurice Chaverau de Fortemps
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Written by Claurice Chaverau of Exodus
Should this entry be considered, I would like the Noble Barding. Thank you!

[Tenshida]

Dear Alphinaud Leveilleur

What am I thinking writing this love letter to you, to you of all people but I did it. Alphinaud, for someone who is clearly younger than me and yet only a couple inch shorter... Out of all the people in the Scion, you have won my heart. I keep telling myself that, you're too young for me and that you won't have the time to even consider being in love when you have the legacy that your grandfather left for you.

So why? Why do I feel this way towards you after telling myself that you won't harbor these feelings towards me, why do I become so hopeful whenever you call me knowing that you only consider me as nothing but a mere friend. This is unfair Alphinaud, how come I have to feel these wretches emotion called love that tears me apart while you walk on not knowing what you are doing to me.

Is it wrong to love you this much, would you even consider wanting to be my side as my lover? I don't want you to be disgusted with me for loving you, I don't want to lose you because of this... If you don't love me, I'm fine just being friends but please don't hate me.

Even knowing that you won't harbor the same emotions as I do, I still want to thank you. I want to thank you for the wonderful memories you have given me and even though you tear me up inside, this beating heart of mine knows that no matter how painful it is. I want to be by your side, to be your blade and shield. Whether friend or lover, I will lay down my life to protect you.

Sincerely yours
Angel Kiyo

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Written by Angel Kiyo. (I'm very sad now that this in NA and I'm stuck on the Japan server of Masamune even though I live in NA.... I'll leave this here because I really like this contest even though I won't win)

[SuperFami]

Rowena,

Like you, I'm a purveyor of antiquities and exotic goods. I've long admired your business sense, and I trust that you know a good deal when one presents itself. As such, I have an offer for you.

In honor of Valentione's Day, a faraway trader has proposed a contest. The couples who present him with the most endearing proof that their love is the truest in all of the land will receive a pair of bluebird earrings. One for each of us.

You know as well as I do that all of Eorzea looks to you for style cues. Lazy craftsmen make knockoffs upon knockoffs, and suddenly every peasant with a scythe is wearing last year's fashions. This earring would put you on the bleeding edge of style -- in your rightful place.

All we have to do is win. Let's profess to be soulmates.

If anyone asks, we met in Mor Dhona. I gave you a fish. You gave me your heart.

Do we have an agreement?


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Famicom Disksystem of Faerie. I'll take the earring. (Give one to Rowena, too, please.)

[Ursa_Vonfiebryd]

My love,

How long it has been since I’ve seen your face. Forever and day since we parted and yet here you are, a hairsbreadth from my heart. Gods fall from the heavens, kingdoms sundered and remade and I am bereft. Unmoved. Without you.

Would that I could lay down my title. My acclaim. I would forsake all for the touch of your hand. The warmth of your regard. But I know you still burn with loathing. The ash of my letters attests to that.

I was a fool then, and still am I suppose but not even the Champion of Hydaelyn can defeat the stirrings of the heart. And twine they do for you, Waldeve. My Dark Star. Shadow to my light.

Though your eyes smolder with rage, pray commit these words, if not to heart, then to your mind. I would not see you rot in this gaol. I know what you have done, but it matters little. They will give me this, and for the smallest slivers of gratitude I would give to you all that I am.

Hero. Warrior. Adventurer. Fellow Mage of the Dark.

Rest well, my love. And wait for me.


Forever Yours,

Ursa


(It's all in the Signature but: Ursa Vonfiebryd. Cactuar. Ahriman Choker.)

[Metacupcake]

Sunshine,

Burning vibrantly on a throne you've built from blood, sweat, and sheer willpower. You burn alone, wavering, your light spreading across the lands in hopes of one day reflecting upon your moon. I know you are lonely. I see it in your ears, hear it in your voice as you speak up about finding your Nhaama.

I'm here. You may not notice me, for I am not the ethereal dancing beauty of the night. You do not notice me, no matter how hard I try to show you that I am more than just a pillar of strength.... you look past me.

It's okay, it's all okay. For I know one day your light will shine on me, illuminating me as if the very stars themselves aligned for us to come together. I can wait. I will wait as long as you need.

For the moon can only shine as bright as the sun that gives her light.

So please... shine your light my way one day,

Your Nhaama.

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Written by Narani Bayaqud
Server: Balmung
Prize: Bluebird Earring

[KaivaC]

My dear Haurchefant,

The days are as hectic as ever, never dulling for even a moment. With each new sun rise, I find a new challenge, a new purpose to keep going. But those silent moments when I sit alone in the gardens of the Royal Menagerie, my thoughts wander to what could have been. No matter what my days and nights are like, it is the quiet moments that my heart seeks to fill a void as is its wont. I wonder if you’re watching over me now. I wake with a smile on my face, as you beseeched to me.
I never told me how you felt about me in our time together.

I suppose you never had the chance to fully express it either.

This void can never be filled. I only have the memories to stay with me, but I am content with that. You fill my thoughts so much that I wish I could bring you here with me. You were my shield, my hero. You’ve never once judged me, not for my Xaela heritage, nor for being an outsider. Even as I write this, I smile, as you’ve asked me. Words cannot express how much I miss you.
If I could replace this emptiness in my heart with you, I would do so in a heartbeat. I pray that you’re still watching over me, so that you can see how I feel. I truly miss you with all that I am, all that I’ve become – I wish for my shield to return to me. I wish to see your smile again.

This letter may not ever reach you, but I pray that somehow, you can understand my feelings.

I love you, Haurchefant, my first and only love.

May you rest in peace,

Kaiva C.

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Kaiva Cordodan of Siren. I choose Bluebird Earrings for a prize.

[Alarius]

in the kingdom of hearts i am the king
who has searched his entire life for his beloved queen
now i believe that you are she
and it would make me the happiest man in all of
existence if you would only agree to marry me
because for you the fire of my heart burns both hotter and deeper than red
it burns blue like water upon an ocean
and also like water my love for you is forever flowing.

forever yours
Alarius everglow.