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

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Master Severian,

My apologies for delivering these words of mine to you in such a surreptitious manner, which I am doubtless that you will disapprove of. In spite of my best efforts, however, I have found myself unable to say these things to you in a more direct capacity. For this, I beg forgiveness.

But what I will not beg forgiveness for are the words themselves: Master Severian, how many years has it been since you lost your beloved W'nahja to the Calamity? And how many moons has it been since you and I engaged in the ill-fated attempt to return her to life?

I would never attempt to disparage your feelings for her, nor to make you forget her, nor to take her place in your heart. I am not so pompous as to presume that I could ever have the ability to do such a thing, even if I had the gall to try.

But was it not you, Master, who told me after the incident with Heartstrike that you wish to devote yourself to the here and now, to live for this day and the people in it? And did you not say that to do such would be a far more rewarding life than fixating on the past?

Master Severian, allow me to put my sentiments plainly: I am here. I am now. And, if you will allow me this great arrogance for but a moment, I wish for you to know that I desire to be more than just a talented apprentice to you.

I will not make any further attempts beyond this letter to persuade you, Master Severian. If you do not bring this matter up from this day on, then neither will I.

Until then, I am forever:

Your loyal assistant,
Xau Rabntah

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Letter by Xau Rabntah, of Cactaur. If this piece is selected as a winner, I would like to receive the Noble Barding as my prize.

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My Goddess,

Since I have opened my heart to you, I dream of your figure towering over me as I dance my devotion to you. Every waking moment I see your shining eyes. My soul weighs ever more heavily upon me with every step I take away from you.

No longer does darkness hold solace for me.

Please, Sri Lakshmi, free me from my hate. Let me decry the defiers and let me surrender to bliss once again! My soul may be stained but I dream vividly of you. Eternally, of you.

Let me rest my weary soul in your magnificent bosom,

Your devoted dreamer,

Jenn Doe

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By Jenn Doe on Zodiark. I'm an idiot who did not realize this contest was NA only, but I'm leaving my submission up because I enjoyed cobbling it together.

Haurchefant Greystone,

Not a day goes by I don't look back and think, "What if we met in a different life? Would things have turned out the same?"

Do you remember the day we met? I thought you were just another frostbitten frown to turn upside-down. A noble pain in the arse. An arrogant, narrow-minded, proud Coerthan fool. I, of course, never said any of that out loud. Twelve knows how much I don't say to the people barking orders at me whenever they need something done...

But then you showed me you were none of those things. You weren't arrogant, you weren't narrow-minded, you weren't proud, and you certainly weren't a fool. Some of your countrymen called you a bastard. Some of your countrymen called you a hero. Hero... that's not a bad title for you, Haurchefant. Not bad at all.

What was it you said to me, before we parted ways? "A smile better suits a hero"?

A lot has happened while you've been away. The Dragonsong War came to an end, along with Ishgard's corrupt leadership. And now? We've liberated two nations from Imperial rule! Did you notice anything in what I wrote? We. Not I.

We.

Out on those distant shores, hardships were many, but there was no shortage of smiles. Even now, as I write this letter to you, I'm smiling. We saved Ala Mhigo! We saved Doma!

You saved them.

Because of you, I'm here, right now, in this very moment, writing to you. And they call me the Warrior of Light.

If I could, I would gladly relinquish that title.

So here's to you, my Warrior of Light,
my savior,
my friend.

Wait for me.

A smile better suits a hero.

--Kiko Ten

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This was written by Kiko Ten of Brynhildr. If I get lucky, I've got my eyes on the Scarf of Wondrous Wit!

Zolka:
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Words hold to us power - the greatest of all,
Now lost in a pall of dull, impotent squall.
For this very reason, my statements are terse;
Each sentence an essay condensed into verse,
That I may be rid of indolence; this curse
Which binds us to habits, our cruel vices' thrall.

Yet here I now stand - with loss of restraint
To drivel and prattle, to scribble and paint
The voice of my being; my innermost essence
Committed to page in soft acquiescence
Of parchment preserved, for sake of adherence
To structure and form found mere cutesy or quaint.

Now why, must you think, is she writing this so?
The Warrior of Light should not bring herself low!
That simple humility; modesty; grace
To all that abound in thy heartening space,
The scholars, marauders and any you face;
Unspoken's the glory deserved in thy tow.

For who stood beside me when Lily we found,
And knew what to whistle, that heavenly sound
I'll never forget, and journeyed not just
As an acolyte axeman; eager and robust,
But too as a friend, who my life I'd entrust
Come hells or high water on harsh battleground?

And so to the crux, lest my intent astray
With twelve as my witness; my patron Halone,
Grant strength to propose, my consciousness clean,
With missive in hand, an embarrassing scene,
Should Tolga's training allow it, marine,
Would you spare for me this Valentione's Day?

A.W.

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Letter by Ana Whitegrass, Gilgamesh. If selected as a winner, I would appreciate Bluebird earrings.

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Elidibus,
I know that we have not often seen eye to eye, however I would like you to know that you have served as an inspiration to me. While I could not understand your intent back when you first tested me in Vesper Bay, now it is different. Some time ago, when I encountered Midgardsomr and the blessing of light was shattered from me, a fog began to lift from my mind. While I once more rebuilt the blessing, the fog remains gone and I have had time to think clearly on some things. Ever since the incident with the Warriors of Darkness, my perception of things has shifted some, call it a changing point. They were my antithesis, true, but they were not inherently evil and were trying to save their world. Was that your intent on bringing them here? I must say your methods are quite unorthodox, but I believe I am starting to understand. You’ve been trying to have me see reality for what it is instead of what Hydaelyn wants me to believe. You have never given up on me, and I appreciate that. This has turned into quite the lengthy letter, so I will digress. If you ever find yourself in the vicinity of Shirogane, you can find me at my arms shop in the 6th ward, location 15 and we can share coffee and words and perhaps the chance to learn of one another better.

Sincerely,

Kiskili Tsuki

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Kiskili Tsuki of Adamantoise, Noble Barding item. Yes, that is my real housing location on Adamantoise server and its open for public viewing.

With many yalms I walk to thee, hot desert sand will not stop me!

In my pouch I carry to you, nine treasures that glimmer red and blue!

Over the tracks and through the hill I approach your lair, pockets void of gil.

The uncanny sight, your appearance absurd, machines and gears, are all that's heard.

With hopes of profit, and dreams of wealth, I traveled..not very far and in great health.

Here i am, with a feeling of glee! Its about time to make money.

Other adventurers! Cats and Roes from all over! But I'm a lalafell, so we are not shoulder to shoulder.

Excitement peaking! Eyes locked onto yours, we get down to speaking, and you take my grade fours.

From my hands and into another, I wait and watch filled with wonder!

"Mixy-melt mixy-melt, squash and squeeze" the sentence that stokes my curiosity!

What is it what is it, oh what could it be? Have you been kind Lord RNG??

Obtained in return...TENACITY, TENACITY!?

Oh woe is me for I have been tricked... I /cry and /sulk with a slight kick.

All is not lost! Five materia more! I hand over four grade fives... and the tenacity from before.

A cutscene a cutscene! Oh what could it be?! A command? A cunning? Maybe even a grasp! The cutscene is over, I let out a gasp.

I leave the valley feeling not so rich, as I hold in my hand, a piety six...

A love hate relationship, between you and I. I pray you're more kind to that Roe or cat guy.

Another day another time, because I still love you lots, you beautiful goblin, Mutamix Bubblypots.


-written by Nutella Lafell
-world - Sargatanas
-reward- noble barding please.

Dear Gosetsu,

Ever since we met on that fateful day in the Rising Stones, I've had a bit of an admiration for you. You're a fellow Roegadyn, a close ally and perhaps something more if this letter reaches you.
Your determination, steel and will to help your people and allies is a very admirable attribute, and I hope one day that I may be able to repay the favor, especially after all that you've done for me along the way to liberating Doma.
I hope one day we can share a special day together, perhaps that may be Valentione's Day, perhaps not. But I look forward to it.

Looking forward to your reply.

With Love,
Eriyn
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Letter by Eriyn Wayde of Shiva.

If selected as winner, my choice of reward is a Mandragora Choker.

Dearest Raubahn,

Though our love is forbidden, I will wait.
Until the Sultana has met her fate.
I would pay a thousand Lalafells,
All the coin in the realm, to end her grace.
So that we may be alone, face to face.
Held together by loving embrace.
Though do not forget my dearest love,
The one thing your face does lack,
I care not what color they are
Be it brown or blonde or black.
All I request in all of this my dearest,
Is just a few moments at dawn,
Allowing me to draw your eyebrows on.
Though a studly highlander you may be,
Your face seems so strange and alien to me.
No it is not that you are missing an eye,
Or that you are missing a lovely grin…
Its that the space above your eyes
Is devoid of those little hairs.
So allow me this, my one desire.
Please, let me draw on your face,
Some tools of expression.
So that I might know your heart’s desire,
Without trying to guess
Please, oh please allow me to draw on your eyebrows.
So that our love may last.

Yours, always.
Luca Panipahr

P.S. I forgive you for the Raub-lock.


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Written by Luca Panipahr of Gilgamesh~ I'd love the Bluebird Earrings if I win! :D

To my dearest Bunny Girl: When I first came across you in the gold saucer all those years ago, I was amazed by your beauty at how you looked in your bunny outfit. How I longed to talk to you, but never worked up enough courage. When im not busy saving the world from primals, I come to the gold saucer, just to see you working. I stand by, hiding behind the water fountain. To embarrassed to come over and talk to you. Your such a hard worker. Always going table to table, giving the customers there drinks and walking back to the counter to get refills. Your eyes are so beautful, I dare not stare at them to long, for if i do, I'm afriad I would become lost in a endless sea, with no crystal close enough to telport too. Your long blonde hair that goes down your back sends shivers up my spine. How I long to feel its softness with my own hands. I hope one day I will work up enough courage to come over to you. But for now, I leave you this letter in your chocobo saddle. So just know that no matter how many drunks yell at you. or how many days you feel unwanted. know that you will always be wanted to me. Forever Yours, Lita Kino. --- Writen by Lita Kino of Goblin. would like the Noble barding~

Ser Aymeric,

The first time we met, I knew I was smitten. The way your voice warmed my soul when I was in somewhat of a dark place, the smiles that melted my heart, the way you carried yourself. When we shared dinner, I felt the connection, that this could grow and be something more. We were interrupted, and would always continue to be. Perhaps fate didn't match us as two hearts beating as one, but how I long for it. Ishgard became a home, regardless of the cold and bitter chills. The people were no warmer to a Miqo'te, but home it became if only to stay near you. When we parted as the world saving went on, I feared I might never hear your voice again. I wept bitterly as I rode away, as destiny carried me forward and yours kept you stationary. But it was not our end. In my hour of need, you came, armies ready to fight by my side. My heart leapt once more, and I was filled with determination to finish what I had started. Someday, I hope to finish that dinner, to share more stories of our lives and to continue to weave them as one.

Yours always, Mab Nimue

(Character is Mab Nimue, Maetus, and the prize is that beautiful Noble Barding! Thank you!)

Dear Alphinaud,

You know I'm not the type to write letters. It's embarrassing for me really, to put thoughts to words. But it's easier than speaking is, that's for certain. I hope Alisaie is doing alright too, she seemed rather spunky during our recent outing, glad to see her in good health.

But I wanted to write this for you today on Valeontine's Day. You came from Sharlayan and you've been alone in a lot of ways, a stranger in a distant land, like me. Who would've thought a boy your age, would've done so much though. A foreign dignitary who followed his grandfather's footsteps, trying to pave peace in a land so many considered to be filled with 'savages'. You were haughty, arrogant at first. Sometimes downright insufferable. But underneath all this prickly pride, was an earnest desire to do good.

You had this amazing idea for Eorzea, one I didn't share at first. I was just going with the flow. But the more I listened to you, the more I could envision it. And together we got the Alliance to form again. And we made some missteps, sure. (I'm sure no one's let you live down the disastrous Crystal Braves unfortunately.)

But through our trips in those shards of Dalamud, Ishgard, Ala Mhigo, and exotic Kugane? You've shown concern for me, and others. Tempered yourself (bad phrase I know) and sympathized more with plights instead of being overly frustrated you couldn't get your way. Some days you're STILL a know-it-all but...

Thank you for staying by my side as a true companion Alphinaud. Some days are harder than others, but when I look at the Eorzea we've started to build together, I can't help but find a smile on my face. Hope you find a smile today too.

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Vorean Vilris of Siren, Scarf of Wondrous Wit

Dear Tsuyu, or rather, Yotsuyu -

Though you're confused and lonely right now, and your memories may soon return, I know that either way we won't be able to spend much time together.

But in the midst of all this, I want you to know I'll always be here... With a plate of dango.
....

Ani I'ora @ Lamia , Scarf of Wondrous Wit

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My beloved Ultros,

Wrap thine tender tentacles around my heart.
But this weak muscle cannot contain my love for you.
Oh, woe! But if I could have eight to love you more!
Like the mighty wind of Typhon my affections would be!

Oh, slyly turn thine ruby gaze my way.
Raise my squalid soul like phoenix down!
Calm the thirsty tempest of my tumultuous longing,
With thine potent octennial caress.

Pray, shroud me in resplendent purple.
Hold me fast against the foul gale.
None shall tear me from thine muculent grasp!
My heart, it screams "FUNGAHHHHH!" for only you.

Ever your fervent admirer and slimy soulmate,
Popochi Pochi

(Popochi Pochi of Midgardsormr - Prize pick: Noble Barding)

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My dearest innkeep, Antoinaut.


Our encounters are brief, but pleasurable.

Your welcoming smile is the first thing I see in the morning, and the last thing I see after a long day of 'venturing.

As I write this, your voice beckons--nay--grasps the heartstrings, conceiving melodies
that of which puts my orchestrion to shame.

What can we do for you this evening? you ask this weary adventurer who seeks
succor in a cozy room, in his comfy feather bed. We hope you have a pleasant stay you express, after I confirm I wish to retire for the night.

You wasted nary a moment or breath, quickly getting this grateful adventurer to his free inn room the past 4 years, and I must confess--as I have taken free residency in your room, you have taken free residency in my heart.



Most grateful, Kalelius.


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Written by Kalelius Kaldorei on Leviathan who would LOVE the Noble Barding if selected as a winner.

Dear Zenos yae Galvus,

We are mortal foes, on opposite sides of an escalating war. Any time our eyes meet, our fleeting interactions are destined to end in the clashing of blades. You once told me that you relished these moments; to finally fight what you perceived as a worthy opponent. I cannot quite recall when I began to share the same sentiment. When we met for the last time in the city of Ala Mhigo, we both fought with joy in our hearts. When you extended that final offer to stand at your side, I was truly tempted. However, our circumstances again forced that fateful moment to end in bloodshed. My tears fell that night, powerful as any sorrow I've felt at the loss of a friend.

When I learned that you yet lived, my heart soared. A fire lit in my heart, roaring and bright. The thought of meeting you on the field of battle, with both of us at a new pinnacle of strength, invigorated my weary soul. There is no greater foe in all of Eorzea, nor a better partner to my own blade. I assure you that one day we will meet again, and when that time comes... I shall defeat you once more - with all of my love.

Awaiting that fateful battle,

Your Moth in the Flame

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Character: A'lyhhia Tahz
World: Diabolos
Prize: Scarf of Wondrous Wit

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To my best friend,

I’m sorry. I knew I should have said something sooner. I was so stupid to assume after everything was done I could have said what I was feeling. And now, I know these words will never reach you. Still, it's better late than never, I suppose.

When the world turned on me, you opened your arms and your home to me without hesitation. You extended your arm to my family to give them shelter from the storm of betrayal and hate. Even from the moment I first met you, you were always this way. It was so hard to fathom how even I, the hero everyone relies upon, could have a hero of her own to save me. I mean, whenever I was in trouble, you never hesitated.

Even to your last.

In the moment I was losing you, I couldn’t bear to let you go. I would have raged against even the Twelve if it meant I could keep you here, no matter how futile it might have been. Even as you laid there, struggling to breathe, fighting for your words, you asked me something so simple - to smile. And, for you, despite all the anger and the sadness, I did. You meant that much to me. I only hope that maybe, somewhere, deep down, you already knew that you were the most important person to me.

But, even now, I won’t cry. After all, a smile better suits a hero.

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Inhaled Corn of Hyperion, Noble Barding

Zenos yae Galvus-

To a man who knows nothing but of strength and the joy of battle, it would appear from the outside that you are unloveable. That there are no redeeming qualities to you that would make a heart swoon or yearn, but I say to them that would tell me it is 'impossible' that it is not so.

As we stood atop the menagerie, your true passion so all consuming, there is a man within you that makes ache in my chest no person could truly feel. Knowing there was a fierceness we shared, a common thread between to test our strengths to their limit... I still remember the day, within the Reach you left me to the ground, how your will to power lit a fire in me that would not extinguish.

To rise to your level, and then overcome it.

I am only one woman, simple, humble, quiet, but you.... You have taken my nature and twisted it onto it's head. You pushed me, you made me into the woman I was, standing tall across from you, stronger, burning with passion and desire to fight. You wanted a battle for the ages, and I gave it unto you.

I can only hope, from Aether stream in which your soul lays rest, you continue to watch me. Because I will only get stronger from here- and a part of me wishes you were still here to witness it, to revel in what true strength looks like, to feel the same fire you once gave me to surpass and feel it down to your very marrow as I had, and know me. Know my soul in ways I knew yours, and feel the passion I was struck by, and never be allowed to forget me.

-Naki Catpachino
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Character: Naki Catpachino
World: Coeurl
Prize: Noble Barding

To one of my dearest friends, Lord Hien,

Or at least that's what I believe us to be, but I shall stop before I go off topic.

I write this letter to use the many words I have in my disposal to share my feelings with you, for as you know my spoken word is quite lacking.

It has been quite some time since we first met and I remember that meeting very well.
I had been aiding Yugiri and Gosetsu in helping the Domans and seeking you, wondering what kind of man was capable of instilling such hope and loyalty in such amazing people.
Then, we came upon you at the Azim Steppe and I remember the sight of your figure, sitting atop that hill with your back turned toward us, seeming quite wistful.

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You who had lost so much and would continue to lose everything if it would help your people, I feel once upon a time I had been like that as well.
You had been able to move from your past while I was still shackled by mine.
But with every word and action you took, I began to wonder, if you could regain happiness, would I be able to do the same?
You restored to me feelings of hope, as well as finally easing the overwhelming loss I had felt since my time in Ishgard.
The night when I discovered your childhood name, our closeness and laughter filled my heart and truly brightened my world.

What I would have been like without having met you, I can no longer imagine.
I started this journey believing I would do it alone, but that has changed.

Now,
I want to continue on with you and the future you bring.

--- Miminu Minu

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Character Name: Miminu Minu
World: Diabolos
Desired Item if Winner: Bluebird Earring

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To Nero

Admittedly, the first time we met wasn’t under ideal circumstances -- we were on opposite sides, after all, and you were trying to kill me. But when you spoke of your troubles (well, shouted them down the linkshell at Cid), something struck a chord. I wasn’t sure what at the time, and I had other things on my mind.

But when I watched you at the Tower -- when we saved you from the Darkness -- I think I began to understand you. And I’m glad of it; you deserve to be understood.

A brilliant mind like yours doesn’t deserve to feel second-best. All of the things you’ve done, the things you’ve created and restored -- you’re incredible. You deserve to feel so much more than worthless, so much more than trapped beneath Cid’s shadow. And with how happy you seem to be with the Ironworks I feel blessed to be able to see you flourish here.

You’re so much more than what you want people to think you are, and I can see that -- and my feelings for you, they’re for the man I can see beneath all your bluster.

I love you -- and I love you for you, for everything you are, everything you cannot see yourself to be. And I always, always will. Whatever may come, my heart is yours.

Alan Shinui

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Letter written by Alan Shinui of Sargatanas! If selected as winner, my reward of choice is the Scarf of Wondrous Wit.

Jacke,
I never thought I’d be writing this… but it’s time for me to share.
Ever since day 1, I knew it would be hard to shake these feelings. As I fled and landed in the rogue’s guild, the others stared openly, their gazes flickering to each other in shock.
“What’s such a delicate princess doing here?” a roegadyn man jeered.
The rain-drenched bustier had seen better days.
I kept my gaze focused on the floor… But then you came in.
“Lassie--“
You placed your arms on my shoulders. I looked up, a single tear rolling down my cheek… I couldn’t hold it in anymore. I leaned into you as you held me, soft sobs escaping my lips. That’s when I knew.
My crying hiccups slowed as you held me in your warm embrace…
“Who did this to you?” your compassionate gaze fell to the side of my face as you gently caressed the red scar on my cheek.
“The man on the red ship… “
You nodded and beckoned to your guildmates, their initial laughter having subsided to concerned gazes. The roegadyn from before stood up to join you, as did a few others, as you led them outside the guild. A Miqo’te woman who I would later know as V’kebbe tended to me before everything went black.
…
It’s been months since then, but my feelings have not changed. I find myself gazing at your often… but when you catch me, instead of looking away, you smile.
This façade of mere friendship can only last so long… I am deeply in love with you, Captain Jacke-- You’ve taught me the ways of the dagger, but now, let me teach you… of love.
Please be mine.
-Shona
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character: Shona Corwynn
world: Mateus
prize of choice: mandragora choker

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To a special Manderville man,

I had to gather up a lot of courage to share a secret with you. However, I must admit to you, and myself that I admire everything you do. You may be well... a bit idiotic, but you have the best intentions in mind. It would be a dream come true to become your personal assistant, but I suppose you have Ms. Mhakaracca already. Although, it pains me to see her with you every moment, I must accept the fact you two are inseparable. Hah, I shouldn't of even bothered writing this knowing nothing could come of it, but my heart aches holding my feelings back anymore. I'm sorry for having to make you read this letter to be honest. I hope to see you again soon for a new investigation. Please, don't let this make anything different between us.

Yours respectfully,
Mira Owns

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Written By: Mira Owns of Malboro
Prize: Noble Barding

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Lord Stephanivien de Haillenarte,

Ishgard is a cold city, and when I arrived there the welcome was as icy as the snowdrifts of Coerthas, barring a few exceptions like yourself. I was immediately taken in by your warmth, your enthusiasm, your smile, your mechanical genius - I'll not lie, I was smitten from the moment I saw you.

(Or perhaps not quite, as it wasn't from the moment you would not cease calling me 'sausage-fingered'; really, did you have to keep repeating that? It sounds funny, yes, but I am glad the novelty wore off.)

Regardless, I knew I loved your smile from that very first small adventure. And as more and more happened, as I saw what a true champion for equality and invention you were in equal measures, that admiration grew only the stronger.

I would not, I think, want to kiss you, now or ever. The love that has grown as I've watched you invent and create and fiercely defend all that you stand for isn't like that; it's a bond of kin, of kindness, of knowing that there is someone who cares about each and every person he meets, and knowing that there is a beating heart within Ishgard that I may ever run to and call home.

So, my friend, thank you for providing a home for people in desperate need of a little sunshine.

Sincerely,
Gracie Sournois
P.S. - Remember to FINISH YOUR COMMISSIONS before running off to Idyllshire to play with the goblins.
P.P.S. - Taking on the fiends of the hinterlands with a wrench is not a good idea.
P.P.P.S. - Don't go without Joye. I think any fiends would run screaming just from the sight of her grin.

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Letter written by Gracie Sournois of Goblin server, and if I am one of those selected, my choice of reward is the Bluebird Earring!

Dear Tsuyu,

We once stood at odds, twice even meeting in battle. I long thought you gone from this world, only for news of your and Gosetsu's survival to reach me. Relief filled my heart when I confirmed this myself in Sakazuki. I first thought it to be of learning my dear friend Gosetsu yet lived, but as we found ourselves on a ship towards Isari, I found my eyes drawn to you. Confusion, joy, and perhaps something more filled my chest with every smile you made, and every accidental look you sent my way.

But I digress. I would simply have you know that you are not just watched by Gosetsu. I, too, have experienced the simultaneous fear and wonderment of memory loss. Though others find it difficult to believe it to be genuine, I knew it to be true when I laid eyes upon you. A spark of familiarity was there.

I do not know what the future holds, and the cruel hand of time does not stop for any. I pray you are able to find answers in yourself in this momentary peace. It is selfish of me, but part of me hopes your memories remain just beyond your reach, that you may stay. That we may become friends, or something beyond.

I would have you take away at least this, dear Tsuyu, from this tangentially inclined letter: Should your memory return, and you wish to flee from Doma, I will understand, though I will be sad to see you go. Should your memory return, and you wish to stay... I will stop at nothing to allow you this wish. Neither Hien nor Asahi can decide your fate, and I shall defend your decision.

Pray enjoy the dango attached to this parcel.

With love and understanding,
Koke

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Written by Koke Moks on Coeurl. If this letter is selected as a winner, I would like the Bluebird Earring as my prize. Thank you for holding a writing contest!

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Toebeans

You're the cat that's got my tongue
Feline like im number one
Your tiny paws and wide-eyed stare
melts my heart without a care
When we first met it was a dream come true
long and hard i searched fur you
i braved hundreds of battles all for a chance
to touch those toebeans upon your hands
Little Gaelikitten i love you so
The best friend i could hope fur
You scratch my back I'll scratch yours
You'll have all the fish you could ever ask for
I'm pawsitive this is fate, so before this tail comes to an end
Gaelikitten, will you be my Valetion friend?

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Originally Posted by Kukajoo

Toebeans

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Forgot to include this in the original post i hope its still alright
Quin Decim
Behemoth
Ahriman Choker

Dear Yugiri

I was thinking today about how very much I love you, and how I really don’t tell you that enough.
So I wanted to sit down and let you know how truly in love with you I really am.

I still remember clearly the moment when we were fighting the Sahagin to stop the reawaking of leviathan
how gracefull you were with your blade and i was awestruck. it was then i wanted to get to know you better.

thru all the stuff we have been thru from you rescuing my friend tataru after we were blamed for nanamos assassiation to
finding Raubahn's prison you have always been there to help.

I truly think you are the most beautiful women in the world. Your smile lifts my spirits on even my worst days.

You truly complete me. These last few years have been the happiest of my life. I can’t tell you how lucky I feel to always have my best friend by my side
I will always love you, no matter what happens, through thick and thin. I will be absolutely true and faithful to you forever.


Name: Lethendra Foturns
World: Leviathan
Item: Scarf of Wondrous Wit

LOVE LETTER FOR SER AYMERIC DE BOREL (HAIKU FORM)

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My dear Aymeric
Lord Commander of Ishgard
The brave Azure Knight

A secret must be known
For I can no longer bear
These feelings are true

When you speak, I melt
Your icy eyes could freeze time
As I get lost in them

Your passion fuels me
To fight for a bright future
With you, I feel strong

On that special day
My cheeks as red as roses
An invite to dine

I remember well
Happy and calm, no worries
The moment was rich

One question from you
The answer was so simple
Yet could not be known

My dear Aymeric
I, the Warrior of Light
Love you so dearly

You make my heart soar
Your existence completes me
Do you feel the same?

-Ren

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Name: Ren Kurosaki
World: Diabolos
Prize Choice: The Noble Barding

My dearest Hydaelyn,

On this Valentione’s Day, I lift my hand to my head as my mind drifts to thoughts of You. All these thoughts just form one undeniable Echo that gives me power and strength, my darling. I don’t know when I started to have these feelings, but Hydaelyn, you simply have aether in all the right places.

You have bestowed upon me the Blessing of Light, but will you make me the happiest Au Ra in all of Eorzea and give me the Blessing of You? I know, I know, my love is taboo. An ordinary mortal and a goddess? People will talk. Oh, how they will talk! But I know if I am struck down by their jealousy, I will rise once again! (With a slightly higher percentage of HP, of course.)

With You in my life, Hydaelyn, existence will never be a Calamity!

Won’t you be my Valentione?

Yours in Light and Love,

Catcat Shelterwise


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Character's name and world: Catcat Shelterwise, Lamia (Primal server)

My selection from the prizes: Bluebird earring

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Dear Alphinaud,


Ever since we met I've been impressed with how you handle yourself and your responsibilities. I've never been one for things that involve a great deal of intelligence, so having you as an ally has saved me more times than I care to count. Despite your mistakes and things beyond your control you've continued to improve yourself and learn whatever you can to persist in your mission of defending Eorzea. Our time in Ishgard led us to become closer as comrades and friends and I don't know what I would have done without you and Tataru there. I consider you both two of my closest friends. I suppose what I'd like to say is thank you for all that you've done for me. I look forward to our continuing adventures together!


With all the love in the world,


Apple


P.S. I'd still love for you to draw a portrait of me sometime! Perhaps I could draw yours as well? I cannot promise it will look good though... At all.

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Written by Apple Ringo (Ultros) If I win I would love the Noble Barding!

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From the moment my eyes had laid upon yours, my heart has been a flutter.
Then and There I have finally decided. There shall be no other.
As I am being pushed from location to location, you have been on my mind.
I felt my mind wonder if you could be mine?
Could the world full of chaos stop for us?
Could this world be one we could trust?
Will my letter reach you, my love?
Or will it fall deaf to the sky above?

Primals and trials keep me away from you,
But in the end, If you asked I'd still say...I do.

Thancred my love you are always on my mind.

Forever Yours,

Kitaria Cenbrine.


If I win the Contest, I would like the Barding, please! Thank you so much!
World: Coeurl
Character: Kitaria Cenbrine

To the Moon of my life, Cirina,

Though our meeting was swift and short-lived, how my heart flutters with the thought of you. When the memory of your unmatched beauty crosses my mind I am left in a daze. And though I may not be the Sun in your eye, know that your courage and righteousness still fuels me with vigor in my ongoing battles. I pray that the old gods deem me worthy to visit you again so that I might reunite with my Moon.

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Zermon Vahlurous of Cactuar. If my letter were to make it to Carina, please send the Noble Barding

To my dearest Hildebrand,
I have helped you through many adventures and trials. While there are some who call you a fool, I have come to see as the maker of my smiles. You are my detective jester, my beloved foolish gentleman. My love for stretches across Eorzea and through the Dravanian Hinterlands. I have learned all of your dances, as well as your famous pose. I have donned your gear as my own, and always strike it at all of my foes. With Nashu at your side, my jealousy knows no bounds. Sometimes I wish she were me, no matter how bad that sounds. Following your quests always give me pleasure. My love for you truly knows no measure. Someday soon, I hope we meet again. Until then, I will always be your friend.

With all my love,
Svava Hilde
Jenova

P.S The Noble Barding would look great on my company Chocobo!

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To Yotsuyu,

Time has not been the kindest mistress to you ever since your childhood, my dear. Cast away and sold to the highest bidder, your natural beauty; your smooth ivory skin, killer eyes, raven hair, and sultry gaze, attracted numerous collectors all over Doma. You were a prize to be desired. To be wanted. But never did anyone show any compassion for you.

Ultimately, you fought long and hard, fangs bared, claws unsheathed. The only thought on your mind was revenge. You lived life as an empty and lonely shell, filled with nothing but vengeance, and you wouldn’t stop until the same ones who declared you a harlot, were all crushed under your heel. We were on opposing sides, you acted under my nemesis, but I never harbored any ill feelings towards you.

Is that what you wanted? Did you want me to look at you with the same condemning eyes as all the other Domans you betrayed? Would you have preferred if my blade struck you down like Hien’s did? Well, I couldn’t. Behind your fortified resolve, I saw a scared young woman who wanted to be loved. You were never at fault for your childhood being the way it was and times are different now.

I’m so happy you’ve gotten a second chance at life. Watching you eat dango, oblivious to the life you once lived, the pain you once endured, I can’t help but be overjoyed that you finally found the happiness you never knew existed.

I love you, Tsuyu. May the Twelve have mercy on anyone who would dare ruin the happiness it took your whole life to discover, for I will strike anyone who dares endangers your most blissful and radiant smile, like Susano’s lightning. Here’s to many more Valentione Days.

Love, Kiyona

By: Kiyona Fujiiro, Excalibur, (Scarf of Wondrous Wit!)

Dearest Ultros,

It's been too long since I felt your loving embrace, and I long for your company in the far east but I know you're very busy. I remember when we first met: I had fallen off the raft while fighting Leviathan, I was at her mercy when I felt your loving tentacle lift me out of the water and onto the raft.

After the battle, as I looked out on the ocean looking for the mysterious being who'd saved me, I saw you reaching out a tentacle for me. When you wrapped me in your tentacles embrace I knew you were the one, as the love in our eyes rolled out like waves. Or maybe that was the storm. Irregardless, I cherish our love; much like a Lalafell loves his coin or how a Roegadyn holds his flagon tenderly.

Unfortunately, time is short as I’m being summoned back to Ala Mhigo. When this business is settled please come and visit, I’d love to show you the land I grew up in.

Eternally yours,
Claire Incarnate


written by Claire Incarnate, Brynhildr don't matter if I win but if I do I want Noble Barding

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Hey, Zhloe.

I’ve never really been good at this sort of thing, yet, I felt as though it needed to be addressed, or else I’d just be left with these feelings every day.
Yesterday, I worked hard making those wooden toy gifts for the children, and had gotten splinters in the process… but when I looked down upon at my hands,
I did not grimace. Rather, I smiled. These were the markings of our hard work, toiling week after week to keep the children feeling protected and happy.

Your selfless actions really made my heart flutter. When I first met you, you were always putting the ones you loved and cared for first, even if it meant
you had to eat things like leftover pudding and stale bread. You are a true paragon of appreciation; one that someone as self-centered as I could learn a thing or two from.

The day that we pulled Mephina’s Arms out of debt and saw both Khloe and T’kebbe’s smiling faces, on top of your tears that I desperately wanted to wipe away myself…
I felt like we shared a bond everlasting. After yesterday’s task was complete, I figured constructing this letter was the best thing to do… as a “thank you” for teaching
me the meaning of hope, and what it means to keep going strong even in the darkest of days and the blackest of nights.

Even if it means eating half-full cups of leftover pudding and hard stale flatbread, I’d love to do so… by your side, taking care of them one day after the next.

After all, you can always soften it up with a little hot water; the same way that I’ve softened my heart for you.

Yours truly,
Snow Seracroix

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Letter by Snow Seracroix of Coeurl. If I am chosen, I would love the Noble Barding as my prize ♪

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My dearest Aymeric,

With the Valentione’s Day upon us, I couldn’t stop thinking about you, our dinner in Foundation, and my feelings for you. I need to tell you how much I love you, and no matter how far apart we are in distance, my heart ever yearns for you. I remember the moment I met you in Camp Dragonhead with Hauchefont. Time stopped as I watched you walk in, and it was then I learned of love at first sight.

It’s been many moons since that day, and we’ve been through so much together. I think of you often. Your black hair, suave voice, stormy blue eyes, and subtle smile pull me through the darkest of nights. More than anything, I think of your resolve and the love you have for your people. When my body begins to fail me, and I cannot continue on, I think of you. I wonder what you would do, and I keep fighting. I will always keep fighting to return to your side.

I miss you Aymeric, and every step I take in Kugane does not compare to Foundation. Not because it is not beautiful, but because you’re not here. I wish you were here. With a word, I will return to Foundation once more, to continue our dinner and hear more of your tales.

Forever yours,
Katerra Harvey

Written by Katerra Harvey, Cactuar, and if I win I want the Mandragora

My dearest_Haurchefant.** ************************************************* I know all to well this letter will never reach you but I must write this out. Remember how kind you are to me when we first met you didn't see me as the warrior of light you didn't see me as this non-stop soldier that fights you saw me for who I was a lost person trying to be what everyone needed as they depended on me I never expected to become the warrior of light as I never expected to care so much about you remembering a smile that you had every day your cheerful attitude always so positive even in the midst of Darkness you were the light a lot of ways. Remember having to flee from the people I supposedly for a crime I did not commit and you opened your doors for me and my companions seeing you come in the room at the hot cocoa in your hands and hearing you say it'll be okay everything will work out and for once how you treated outside his favored the protection of my allies and me until that fateful day that you would take him you should not have protected me cuz I never got to tell you I care for you deeply you were the first person to see me as just a normal person and I can never take that back that you are gone my heart will ache but your memories are always in my mind and in my heart my dear Lord thank you for guiding me and for protecting me until the very end it was not for you I would not be here today.******
******************** Forever Yours keshi((keshi takashi blamung gift Noble Barding ))

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My dearest Haurchefant,

I know this letter won’t ever reach you, but I… miss you, terribly. The days still remain longer to me than I recall- they’d always go by so quickly in your company- and the nights remain my only solace. Sometimes, I like to look up at the moon, and whenever it crescents, I like to think you’re smiling down at us from somewhere.

I hope you’ll forgive me for not being able to visit as often as I want to. If it were up to me, I’d not leave your side. But as much as I still need you, there are others that need me out there, aren’t there…? I feel like this is what you’d tell me.

Still, I… wish I could be by your side again. I miss the way your eyes light up when you smile, the sound of your voice. The void that was left when you were taken from us has always been a chasm in my chest- the only thing I have left of you- yet… somehow, it hasn’t been hurting quite as much, lately. The loneliness no longer stretches as deeply, nor does it wrench my heart as much on the nights of the new moon.

I’ve not forgotten you! I never will. Though, when I’m beside Alphinaud, he… always reminds me that even though you’re gone, I’m not alone. Not anymore. I don’t know what to do, love. I can’t bear the thought of pushing him away- I’ve tried, the hurt increased a thousand-fold- but I can’t stand the thought of someone else filling up the void that you left. Compared to anything else I’ve ever faced, this is more terrifying.

What should I do…? I wish you could tell me…

I miss you, so very much.
Etoile Delarmes

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Letter written by: Etoile Delarmes of the Balmung Server!!

I had so much fun writing this. I know it’s not really humorous at all, but thank you so much for the chance of letting us write these out. <3
I hurt myself writing this HAHA...

If, by some chance I manage to win a spot, I'd love the Noble Barding, please.
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My dearest Sun and my dearest Azim,

I still remember the first day we set eyes upon each other inside the Throne Room. As a little Raen from the eastern reaches, I could easily feel the intensity of your thirst for power.
I still remember the shivers down my spine, as you looked at all of me and coldly announced that I could not be your promised Nhaama.

But oh, how our Father and Mother tricked you.

A small smile finds its way to my lips as I remember how we clashed in words, how you would smirk at me whenever I frowned, as you laughed when I turned my back on you…
…Only at the battle for the Ovoo did I notice how you made my heart flutter.

How desperate we were to taste the sweetness of victory, how hard we tried to bring one another to the ground, how our blood burned with excitement…and passion. And oh, the happiness I had soon after when we fought on the same side for the same cause.
There I knew, you had me under your spell.

I still remember the night we said farewell, as the flames of the Throne Room burned bright, casting our shadows onto the wall as I finally built enough courage to shorten the distance between us.

I assure you, for it does not matter how many suns or moons pass, I will come back to be by your side once more. Until then, I only ask of you one thing: to achieve further greatness, to become even more victorious, so I can see your smile as you brag about it when I arrive.

You will always be on my mind, Magnai, my love, my sun.

Forever yours,
Your Moon

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I am not officially participating, since I am not a resident of the allowed territories.
However, since writing is my passion, I decided to post it either way, and possibly show how the rest of the players would love to participate, not even for the sake of winning.

Best of luck to all who can participate! :D
[ White Cherry from the Cerberus server ]