In keeping with Wyrd & Wonder, I did warn you that there would be lots of fantasy posts this month, right?
Which, honestly, isn’t abnormal around here to start with, but I’m definitely going to milk it for all its worth. Now, don’t get me wrong, I’ve never really been a party girl. They’re loud and full of people and I’d rather not. You can’t even, like, stab people or sacrifice the annoying ones or raise the dead or anything, and how boring is that?
Today’s Top Ten Tuesday is things I’d have at my bookish party.
And okay, let’s be honest, any party I’m having would be bookish. Duh. But the next party I have will be my birthday (in September), when I’m turning the big 3-0! That’s clearly an important level, and as such, I expect a lot of rewards for leveling up.
If these folks weren’t so darn fictional, they’d all be invited, naturally. So here’s a who’s who list of fantasy characters I’d make sure were on the guest list.
Lightsong the Bold
Warbreaker
Obviously. I mean, come on. Is it even a party if Lightsong the Bold doesn’t make an appearance? First of all, I’m sure he’s sufficiently swoonworthy, and everyone on this list will appreciate a little eye candy, and Lightsong will be more than happy to oblige. (Oh, no, what ever will I do with all these people fawning over him and giving him attention?! said Lightsong never.) But other than that, he’s just hella freaking fun. I see drunk karaoke in someone’s future!
Arthur and Linus
The House in the Cerulean Sea
My whole crew can’t be all murder demons hellbent on destroying the world and/or others. I’ve thought about it … for quite a while … but no. There have to be at least two somewhat “normal” people to talk to. The sort where we can have lovely, quiet bookish conversation when everyone else becomes too much. I would’ve added the kids from the island to this … but I’m not sure my party could handle all that. Especially given the other big personalities on this list.
Hark
Deeplight
What’s a party without a storyteller? Hark would be able to tell the best stories about gods and the terror of the Undersea and secrets and all sorts of dark, juicy things. Plus, you know, all his fun exploits and whatnot. For bonus points, he can bring Selphin, for a bit of extra fun. Though … I don’t think she’s allowed to drink. I’d be too scared to have her let her inhibitions down.
Serefin
Ruthless Gods
Ahhh the drama murder king. My future spouse, who will rule the blood kingdom with me, and we can keep our separate significant others as consorts and it’ll be all scandalous and thrilling. But for now, he can attend my party with his guards, and he’ll drink too much and run his mouth and probably start a fight with someone and it’ll all be lovely fun for all the bystanders.
Tal
The Unspoken Name
The life of every party. It really wouldn’t be a party without his smart mouth, sarcasm, and wild antics. I would for sure have to watch him around Serefin. In fact, the world might even be in danger if they hook up, because I’m convinced that they would make the perfect deadly pair.
Qifrey
Witch Hat Atelier
It would be a huge disservice to Qifrey to say that he could provide entertainment at the party, even though he is a magician and could probably come up with some pretty splendid tricks. More than that, I mean, he’s quite handsome and suave, isn’t he? He’s adorable and would clearly be fun to hang out with.
AIDAN
Illuminae
I’m not sure how this is going to work. It’d be rude to contain AIDAN to something as small as a tablet. Yet … I’m not sure I’m ready to unleash him over the interwebs, either. I’ve thought about it, but … no. You’re all welcome. I’m sure we could rig up some sort of closed circuit system, connected to speakers, and he can DJ. After we give him many, many, MANY playlists to study ahead of time and understand the complexities of party music, thanks.
Gideon Nav
Gideon the Ninth
I would literally invite Gideon to anything and everything. Wedding? Sure. Black’s a good color for weddings, so long as there’s alcohol. Barbecues? Of course. Just don’t let her have any fire. Funerals? Eh, why not. Person’s dead anyway, and hey, if she brings Harrow, we can really have fun with it. No? Too much? Pffft, fine. Buzzkills. Point is, she would clearly be fun to have at a party.
Crowley and Aziraphale
Good Omens
I mean … really. Is there anything I need to say on this one? Crowley should be a given at any party to liven things up, and goodness knows wherever he goes, Aziraphale should follow. I don’t make the rules. That’s just how this works.
Teagan Frost
The Girl Who Could Move Sh*t with Her Mind
I get the impression that Teagan and Gideon would be fast friends. I should … probably watch that, in case they destroy … well, the neighborhood. Teagan just seems like she’d be fun to hang out with. Plus, she’s got the whole move-things-with-her-mind thing going on, which is pretty cool, and I’m sure we can have fun with that, especially with this lot.
Crowley and Aziraphale would be such interesting party guests! I wonder what shenanigans they’d get into?
(And I’m not a party person either. They’re too noisy generally. 🙂 )
My TTT .
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Hmm. You know, now that you put it that way, I feel like I’m going to need aaaall the insurance policies for this party. xD
Fun party! But also scary? Can I think about it a few days before I RSVP?😉
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What?! You need to think about it? I just took it as a given that of course you’d be there. Would it help if I provide tactical body armor for you, just in case? xD
I want an invite to any party that both Gideon and Serefin are attending hahahaha
Itll be like going on an Italian diet… go to a party, drink a bottle, get in a fight and have your jaw wired shut for 6 weeks.
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Deal! I’m feeling like I should be providing body protection for all the non-fictional guests, though, just in case. xD Also, I feel like you’d have gotten off lucky if all you get is a jaw wired shut as your only injury in this instance.
I LOVE this idea especially during a time of social distancing! Have you read A Darker Shade Of Magic? I think I’d invite most of the characters to my party! But first I’m going to yours😃
Oh my gosh, I haven’t. I really need to. I’ve heard that I’m going to love the characters! I’ve read Vicious, which I loved (though, I’m not so sure I want to invite Victor to a party, especially considering all the other people I’m inviting lol) so I’m looking forward to getting a chance to read A Darker Shade of Magic, too.
You’re always invited, for sure. Just … umm … maybe bring a helmet? And body armor, yeah? xD
Love the characters!
It’s definitely a lively bunch, isn’t it? xD
*chanting*: SEREFIN! SEREFIN! I don’t even know half of the characters on this list because I haven’t read the books yet but… Omg this sounds like it’ll be an awesome birthday party (and no, not just because of Serefin…)! Can I PLZ be invited?! LOL great post, Sammie 🙂
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Wow, you slacker. You need to get reading lol.
Obviously you’re invited, as long as you realize that you take your life in your hands by accepting this invitation. I can’t be held responsible for any harm that may befall you, bodily or otherwise. xD
Sammie, I love your fantasy twist on this week’s TTT topic. Being a big fan of fantasy too, I don’t think you could do too many fantasy posts! I also agree that Crowley and Aziraphale would be very amusing party guests! 😅
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Challenge accepted! Aaall the fantasy posts now. xD I mean, honestly, *most* of my posts have some sort of fantasy bent, but I love that this month it’s like express written permission to go as all-out fantasy as you’d like haha.
So – I am sooo sorry I obviously do not read enough fantasy – cos I don’t know those characters…
Let’s fix it… Tell me what fantasy book I just HAVE to read next and I will pick it up next.
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Maybe you just read different fantasy. xD I tend to read a lot of dark fantasy. So honestly, this party is probably a devastating disaster waiting to happen. But hey, what fun is a party without at least a little danger?
Oh, gosh, the power. THE POWER! One book, huh? It’s so hard to say without knowing what you read. I see Nora Roberts is one of your favorite authors. Have you tried her fantasy?
As for my one recommendation, if you don’t mind M/M romance, I’d highly recommend The House in the Cerulean Sea! It’s fantasy romance, but it’s a slow burn, very sweet (clean) romance with characters that it’s hard not to love and a lot of moments that’ll make you laugh! Plus, the voice just makes it a really fun read.
You had me until fire. Now that scares me a bit! But this all certainly sounds fun!
I mean, I’ll make sure to have enough fire extinguishers on hand to put out a hefty brushfire, just in case. xD Does that help any? LOL.
Great list! I really want to read Gideon the Ninth, I’ve heard so many good things about it.
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I so recommend it! I love Gideon so much. She’s a fabulous character.
Hark! Yes Oh goodness – oh that was such a grat book!! And Crowley and Aziraphale! Great ideas – can I have an invite too, please!
My TTT is here if I can extend in invitation back to you! https://bookloverssanctuary.com/2020/05/05/top-ten-tuesday-things-id-have-at-my-bookish-party/ I included Kvothe in my guest list.
It was, wasn’t it?! I had fun with it. You can have an invite AND a plus one, just in case you have someone fun to add to the fray. 😉 Enter at your own risk, though lol.
Crowley and Aziraphale? I’ll be there! 😀
Lauren @ Always Me
Woot woot! Bring your own alcohol. I don’t think any of these characters are sharing. xD
Okay, I haven’t read any of these so I don’t know any of the characters, but I know any fictional characters you’d invite to a party would be exciting and maybe a little dangerous?? I’m down! 😉
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Heck yes. Exciting and dangerous is the perfect combination of all these characters. xD Party at your own risk. LOL.
I am worried about your decision to let AIDAN anywhere near your house. What if he decides that your dog might kill you in your sleep and electrecutes everybody in the room just to be safe? Also, when Crowley is there then all the music will be changed to Queen anyway. lol
I don’t really know any of the other characters but I hope the party will be a success and that nobody will burn your house down. 😉
Whaaaat? Why would you worry? It’ll be fine. I’m sure it’ll be fine. And you know, if a couple people have to be sacrificed for us to hang out with AIDAN, it’s a sacrifice worth making. TO BE FAIR … I support AIDAN’s decisions in the book. xD So I’d probably give him the benefit of the doubt.
Queen is perfect for a party, though, so I suppose that’s fine. I should, um, up my insurance just in case, though, probably, shouldn’t I? xD
*reads list* Hmmm. *reads list again* No dragons? Really? Huh. 😉
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Okay, listen. I don’t know how big you think my yard is, but it is nowhere near big enough to house a dragon AND everyone else. And the fire thing in the title? It’s hypothetical. Probably, someone will set something on fire. A dragon would *guarantee* someone or something is being set on fire. Dragons would be invited, but to a completely different kind of party. One with less liabilities all in one place. xD
Great list! I would totally invite Serefin and Aiden to my party too 🙂
This party seems like it would be the party to end all parties. 😆
Lectrice Vorace recently posted…Things I’d Have at My Bookish Tea Party
At this right, very potentially the party to end the world, too. xD
Hi Sammie,
thanks for your visit to my TTT earlier.
Good thing you added to books where the characters come from. Since i’m not a fantasy fan, I wouldn’t have recognized anyone. But with your fantastic descriptions, I can see that it’s going to be a great party. Love it.
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Great, disastrous … it’s all the same, right? xD It’s all fun and games until someone threatens to destroy the world.
Tal’s such a little snot, I loved him. He’d be great to gossip in the corner with!
Ah, he really is, isn’t he? It’s part of his charm. Also, I’m not sure how, but I just *know* that within thirty minutes of the party starting, he’d somehow have all the gossip on everyone there, so he’d make a fun gossip companion, for sure.
Oh my gosh! What a creative list this is! I love it!
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Thanks! I had a lot of fun with it. :3
Yess, Crowley and Aziraphale! We could even persuade Aziraphale to do magic tricks, and watch Crowley diiiieeee of second-hand embarrassment.
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Oh my gosh yeeees! This would be fantastic. Heeey, Aziraphale and Qifrey could totally have a competition, with Aziraphale getting more and more flustered until eventually Crowley has to step in to defend the poor angel’s honor, I’m sure. xD What could possibly go wrong?
This sounds like a really fun party! And happy birthday for September! 30 is definitely an exciting one! It’s my next big birthday too but not for a couple of years! Great list! 💜🥳
Thanks!
I’d love to meet Crowley and Aziraphale <3 They would make awesome party guests (as long as they don't turn all the nerf guns into real guns 😉 )
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I mean … even if they did … no one was killed or severely hurt, so I consider that a win? And it looked like everyone had fun. So I’m sure it’d be fiiiine.