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

[Sorriah]

My Dearest Kotocho,

I write to you for I can no longer contain the feelings I have deep in my heart. Though we only had a short amount of time together, it was the happiest time I have ever experienced. I keep thinking back to the night we spent in Kugane on the pier. You looked so lovely in that seductive bustier that I hand stitched for you, and seduced I was. I long for more nights like that. It was in that night that I knew I could never be truly happy until I had your heart as you do mine. My love is stronger than any worsted yarn or twinthread. I would give anything to have you return these feelings for me. Together we could build a fine life on the shores of Shirogane. If you feel the same meet me in the alley we first met in. I will wait for you there...forever if I must.

Your eternal lover,
Sorriah

[Sorriah]

My Dearest Kotocho,

I write to you for I can no longer contain the feelings I have deep in my heart. Though we only had a short amount of time together, it was the happiest time I have ever experienced. I keep thinking back to the night we spent in Kugane on the pier. You looked so lovely in that seductive bustier that I hand stitched for you, and seduced I was. I long for more nights like that. It was in that night that I knew I could never be truly happy until I had your heart as you do mine. My love is stronger than any worsted yarn or twinthread. I would give anything to have you return these feelings for me. Together we could build a fine life on the shores of Shirogane. If you feel the same meet me in the alley we first met in. I will wait for you there...forever if I must.

Your eternal lover,
Sorriah

I forgot to post my info and prize choice (I hope it doesn't disqualify me)!

Charter Name: Sorriah Thorne
World: Midgardsormr
Prize Selection: Scarf of Wondrous Wit

[Chroma_Grey]

Cherished Skywatcher of Ul’dah,


. . . In clear skies I spot you as I race on by, with clouds ahead you see them with a weather eye. You are quick to see the heatwave come, and brisk to spot the blizzard’s outcome. Over many lands your eye doth fall, yet do you see me here at all? I have marched through the umbral wind and in gale I ducked while I grinned. Your words I have heeded and through endless quests succeeded. Yet dust storms seem to cloud your sight from the person standing on your right. Gloom is what I feel whenever thunderstorms are your ideal. Umbral static catches your attention whenever I try to show you an invention. My thoughts drag through the fog when snow you write in your log. Whether it be sandstorms or wind, can we ever truly begin? We may speak together of thunder and rain, as long as you divulge for me your name. For through every weather we have experienced together,

I still have the hope that this here is not the end of the rope.


- With fair skies at their sunrise,
☼ Chroma Szurke ☼

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World: Cactuar
Reward: Noble Barding

[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.)

[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.

[NjordAkhabali]

A letter placed upon Ysayle's grave.

I look back upon footsteps in the snow. Where once there were two pair, I see only one. I look back upon the towers of the Holy See. Where once there was dawn, I see only night, cold and bereft of your touch. I look heavensward. Where once there was shimmering, I see only your grave. I look beyond the mountains, to Dravania. Though I cannot see him, I know Hraesvelger is there, and he alone knows my pain. I have tread many a summer in Coerthas. This one is hot, but I feel no warmth. And yet, I kneel in the snow, my hand gathering crystals, and as they part in the gale, I find your face, your smile, your hope which neither earth nor dawn nor sky can bring. You are but diamond dust in the wind, in the heavens, and though one day so shall I be, with every breeze I know you are always with me.

Your's Always, Njord Akhabali.

(( Name: Njord Akhabali Server: Coeurl Prize: Bluebird Earrings ))

[Rekkuza]

Ode to Kefka

You're a maniacal jester that most would fear,
But I've become smitten, I'll hold you dear!
At first we were at odds, you suddenly attacked!
But I wasn't phased, because you totally attract ~
There's no need to fight, I'll tell you something witty...
Despite your lust for my death, I still think you're pretty <3

Try as I might to dodge all your spells,
I realized my love ran deeper than the seven hells!
As the battle waged on, I could scarcely predict,
Oh no, I seem to have fallen for all of your tricks!
Defeated I'll be, though I'm no less certain,
I'd still love to meet with you behind a curtain!

Character: Rekku Za
Server: Gilgamesh
Prize: Noble Barding

[DrMeloche]

My Dearest Sultana,

I pray this letter finds you well, and that you’ll indulge me to express the ceaseless passion which burns within this young fool of a mage. While I am sure many would proclaim the gleam of your eyes to shame the rarest of jewels, such words shrivel and bitter the tongue. Your heart is far greater than the riches of any realm, for as you say, all who cling to material wealth are greatly deceived.

The beauty of your soul is rivaled only by the sands of time. As a single grain may decide the fate of Eorzea’s greatest nations, the very mention of your name commands the deepest reaches of my heart.

Nanamo, It is for you that I ride out against untold peril. My love for you reaches beyond the endless dunes, and is wider than the swelling seas. Our shared dream for all peoples to be united in peace, justice, and prosperity will soon become a reality. I know this, because it is your righteous heart and unwavering spirit which inspire boundless courage in me.

While duty carries me to the furthest reaches of the realm, time strengthens my devotion as steel tempered in fire. I will return to you. Once this accursed war is finally brought to an end, if it please you, I promise to remain always at your side till the end of our days.

Eternally yours,
Honto Shontotto

Jenova, Scarf of Wondrous Wit (if selected, please)

[Brady672]

Dear Hilda,

I’m unsure whether this letter may come as a surprise to you. Normally, I try to maintain an air of stoicism that people expect me to have. I used to find it easy to do, I would just create a small but significant distance between myself and my companions around me. But now, I can’t help but get more involved; to let my emotions take hold of me and enjoy in the passion of those around me. I don’t know when it happened. I had traced it all the way back from my journey through Ala Mhigo and the Far East, and it must have began with you.
I had planned to write an emotional plea for your hand, and truth be told this is not even close to my first draft of this letter. I had originally written such things as “You shot through my heart with that gun of yours,” but decided heavily against it. As much as you might be flattered by the thought, I know you would rather me be straightforward with my thoughts. So simply, our time together forming in Ishgard were some of the most precious in my life.
And I know you have your hands quite full with the House of Commons and the Hounds. This letter is such short notice that I expect nothing. But, if you’re willing, next year’s Valentione’s Day, let us join the festivities together. Nothing would make me happier than that.

From,
Extreme

Phew, I'm not used to writing romantic letters like this one, so win or lose it was definitely good practice!

Extreme Leaf, Diabolos, Scarf of Wondrous Wit

[Doozer]

Dearest Delivery Moogle,

Day after day, you work your pom off to deliver mail to adventurers all over the world. But so rarely do you yourself ever receive such nice things.

So today I'm writing to you, to express my gratitude and admiration of all your hard work and dedication. Valentione's Day only makes your work that much more necessary, as you are solely responsible for delivering so much happiness to people all over Eorzea and beyond. I don't think people realize how much goes into what you do, and it truly is a thankless job that never lets you rest. I remember the first time you brought me a letter, and you were gone in the blink of an eye; so fast that your hat fell off and I had to search all over for you in order to return it.

But on today of all days, it's important for us to not forget that the very fabric of society would fray without your tiny hands to hold it all together.

So while you read this, please remember that I and many others are eternally grateful for how devoted to your work you are. To help you get through the day with as much energy as possible, I've also attached a fresh kupo nut.

Signed, your greatest admirer,

Dead Pixel (Ultros)

[Chosen prize: Scarf of Wondrous Wit]