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

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My dearest Y’shtola, I’ve something to say
Of greatest importance and with no more delay.
My quill writes in poem, as I pen these words
My head in the clouds, soaring like birds.
I’ve had for a time, strong feelings for you
Since the day it began, when we fought a Goobbue.
I knew right away, you were perfect for me
Though I’m an Au’Ra and you’re a Miqo’te.
Thus I held my tongue and said not a thing
That I may be spared denial’s cruel sting.
To work with you as Scions, I was greatly delighted
Yet through all our adventures, my love stayed unrequited.
As time went on, my feelings only grew,
I could hardly speak, whist I was near you.
So I give a stoic nod, yet speak not a word
The voice in my head, screaming to be heard.
Yet with so far I’ve come, and I feel only pain
One that cannot be helped, by quests done nor foes slain.
And so now I write, a near desperate plea
Pray, I beg you, to consider me.
Though our races be different, and our gender the same
The fire in my heart I can no longer keep tame.
Would that you should give us, but one fleeting chance
That our hearts may come together, and together come to dance.
My dearest Y’shtola, I’ve something to say
Would you be with me on this Valentines day?

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By Ny'ala Serev of Diabolos. If selected my prize would be the Ahriman Choker

https://img2.finalfantasyxiv.com/acc...391e471021.jpg "I hear you in every song I listen to. As if they were all made just for you. Would that I could sing them all for you. I'll gladly face any challenge if you would stay beside me.

You, yes you, have been here for me when no one else was. Despite my flaws, despite this illness that I fight behind closed doors. Your smile, your faith in me, have given me the strength to fight primals, to fight an illness that has only taken more and more from me with every day, that leaves me in this awful, unrelenting, unbearable pain, that before you, seemed hopeless.

You are my light in the dark. Your mighty words never cease to amaze and encourage me, to lift me up when I do not have the strength to do so. I never knew I could feel such love, that I could even dare to hope, before you. So I will keep fighting, even should the day come that I can no longer walk on my own two legs, that I can no longer be this all mighty, powerful Warrior of Light, as long as you are beside me.

You've given me what I never thought possible, and for that I can never thank you enough. You've saved my life, and my heart is yours. It always has been. And it always will be.

Thank you for being my Warrior of Light.

Ostrythe"

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A letter from Ostrythe Hyakuya on Zalera

I'm less so writing for a prize as much as to be heard. I've incorporated some more personal issues in this because it's come from the heart. If I magically get something though, I suppose I'd like the barding. Thank you for listening!

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My Oyster Hunting lover, where have you disappeared?
For our FATE to show itself, I am waiting on you here.
Beneath the Hidden Falls, just north of Costa del Sol.
An incomplete comes to meet the one to make him whole.
You asked for eighteen shells, from the birds in North Bloodshore.
I know you're hunting oysters, dear, but it's love I'm looking for.
So while you're off in Ul'dah, to the Goldsmith's guild to sell.
I'll take a swim, drop by on a whim, with an eye out for rainbowlip shells.
Worry not, my Oyster Hunter. These Colibri stand no chance.
We'll beat these beaks while level sync'd then on their graves we'll /dance.
So take these shells, my darling, and feed your starving sons.
Of course they matter most to you, but I hope I'll matter some.
When you return, I'll be dreaming. Of your eyes and your silver hair.
One moon we may be together, when the two becomes one pair.
Until then, while you're away, my love grows all the same.
My Oyster Hunting lover, I don't even know your name.

Always,
Visual Lies

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Visual Lies
Mateus
Noble Barding

My Dearest 'Shtola,

Can you believe it's that time of year again? The First Umbral Moon always comes so soon, and never dares to stay. Bittersweet are the blessings of Menphina.

From the first time our eyes met in La Noscea—blue on blue, like the Rhotano—to the fires and bloodshed of war in Ala Mhigo; laughter, tears, close calls... all were had, and all left their mark. How I long to touch, kiss those scars of yours better, ease the pain best as possible.

Pray, never step in front of a blade again? The thought of losing you is too much to bear. My heart could never recover from that. Ever.

Even the bustle of Kugane feels lonesome without you at my side. The cherry blossoms will be blooming soon, you know; perhaps we could view them together, if you've the time to make the trip? I'm afraid a storm brews on the Northwest horizon. To see you in the prior calm would mean the world to me; ease my worries immensely.

Time... if only I had enough of it. Even now, Alphinaud begs for my attention (sibling troubles or some such; you know how it is), never mind our local delivery moogle. He's been staring at me with all of his impatience and contempt for well over a bell now, paws crossed like a pouting, exceptionally fluffy child. Some things never change, do they?

Still, you are my guiding light, from now, and until eternity. Always.

Love,

T.S. ♥

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Taylor Swiftsong/Mateus/Mandragora Choker

Written from the perspective of Kokatsuna Hikari, my main character.

Spoilers for Stormblood's story within. Be aware.

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Before I begin, I must thank you for all that you do. You are my rock amidst stormy seas of conflict. My appreciation for your companionship is unending; words cannot express it, so I shan't try.

Now it is this time of year that lovers trade sweet nothings as readily as they do sweets. Fret not! I do not seek to make advances upon you. However, I am currently in Gridania, watching the lovebirds chirp away. It makes me think: can love exist between friends?

First to my mind was you. Even before we began traveling the world, our forays into the Coils of Bahamut showed you to be strong in the face of adversity, steady-handed before the most trying of revelations. My respect for you only grew over our journey, malms beneath the surface.

As we traveled to the Far East and back, I saw you become stronger and more compassionate. When you were struck down atop Castrum Abania, my heart wrenched; never has my composure wavered so... It brought to light how much I care for you as my companion.

And so, during this season of love and romance, I wish to express my love for you. Every adventure we take on brings us closer together, and I glad for that. I would not be here without your strength and readiness to do what must needs be done. While my love might not be the same as that which flows between the couples around me here at the Carline Canopy, it is love all the same.

Thank you again. In all my travels, I have found that you are forever my greatest treasure.

Sincerely yours,
Koka

(PS: Don't tell Alphinaud. The poor boy would likely overthink himself to death.)

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Character: Kokatsuna Hikari
World: Adamantoise
Reward: Noble Barding

Hildebrand, everyone's type of man,
It is obvious you fell from heaven.

There is not a person that's not your fan,
All would score you at over a seven.

Your detective skills are second to none,
Must be a breeze for someone so dapper.

Your adventures have been a lot of fun,
I'm sure it helps being such a strapper.

To solve the cases you have to know 'em,
There is no way you are like other men.

Just like every line in this poem,
These syllables and your looks are a ten.

There is nothing else I'm able to say,
Except be mine this Valentione's day

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Character - Fahkxer Renai
World - Malboro
Item - Scarf of Wondrous Wit

A haiku:

Arms like a Slinky
I feel your touch deep inside
My kind of kinky

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I'd like the Ahriman Choker.

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To my cultured conjurer,

Valentione's Day crawls slowly upon us. I wrote you a poem, so read it, you must:

Zenos is dead(?).
Goobbue goes "achoo"!
When his blade slashed you, my heart sunk a thousand yalms times two.

Not once, but twice, have you caused me quite the scare.
On the first I thought I had lost you forever, and it didn't feel fair.

Though the lives we lead are prone to many dangers,
I'd pick this life over one where we'd be strangers.

Not all my tasks involve liberating cities and dancing with eikons on a battlefield.
Most of the time I'm a delivery girl, or do favors for the sake of the adventurer's guild.

Just know that even if my trips take me from The Ruby Sea to The Gold Saucer,
You are always on my mind, in one way or another.

I understand that this confession might seem out of the blue.
And you might not even like girls, that, I thought about too.

You're my favorite scion and one of my closest friends.
If it stops right there for you, no more love letters will I send.

Though I'm quiet as a mouse, despite being a bard,
Writing this letter to you wasn't very hard.

I'd deliver it in-person, but don't know where you are.
I trust the folks at the Reach won't have to look very far.

Happy Valentione's Day,
Amanda

P.S. You rock, you Rhul.

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Character: Amanda Valenciano
World: Mateus
Prize: Mandragora Choker

Everyone is prepping for the banquet tonight. It’s not for another bell so I have some down time to write this letter. A letter that I’m honestly not sure I’ll even get up the courage to give you. I’m simply not good at these kinds of things. Letters about…feelings. Perhaps I should ask Thancred for advice? No, probably a bad idea.

I don’t even know where to begin. Minfilia, you’re an amazing woman. When I first met you and the other scions, there was something about you. Something that made me feel…different. I didn’t understand at first. Didn’t understand why when you smiled at me it made me feel light-headed, or why whenever you looked at me I felt my heart pound. I later realized these were feelings of love.

I know this is sudden! I’ve always wanted to tell you but…I was scared! Scared that I’d ruin things if I confessed. It’s why I’m too much of a coward to tell you this in person. But something tells me I should tell you soon before it’s too late. Yeah…I don’t know either. But you’ve always been there for me, you saw me as not just the Warrior of Light but as your friend. You (and the scions) treated me as a normal person and not some mighty god-killing living weapon. It kept me grounded. I wish things were simpler so this would be easier. I don’t know when you’ll get this; hopefully soon. Maybe I won’t even need it because I’ll finally get the guts up to tell you in person. I love you, Minfilia Warde. I just wanted to let you know that. I love you.

Sincerely, Bellona


I miss you. Why did you have to go?

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Written by Bellona Marcellus of Midgardsormr
If chosen I would like the noble barding!

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Dear Miounne,

I continue my adventures in the now distant lands of Doma. But upon this time of Valentione, I can only think of how much I miss what I once called home.

I pray that this poem reaches you so that it can inspire others who followed you, just as I did before.

My mognificent Miounne,
more motherly than the moon.

From first findings,
to Hydaelyn's hollowed howlings.
Eorzea ever endeavors,
to stifle sudden surrenders.

Remember the Motherly Miounne,
who withholds our realm reborn.
Fight for even greater glory,
so songs sing not of an arrival awry.

Delightedly doubtful a Dalamud,
But a moon my Motherly Miounne.

Do not mistake it for a love poem, but a remembrance that home has a heart. So please keep Gridania thriving and beating as you always have. In due time I shall return!

Name: Hibiscus Syriacus
World: Excalibur
Preferred Prize: Noble Barding.