Fish Out of Water

[anonconda]

the fish out of water shipping meme

The main conceit of shipping memes, it seems, is that both characters exist in the same universe. But what about something that tosses that out the window for a minute, and lets you play with the implications of "crossover?" Here, you can play with someone from a different canon (or AU or radically different canonpoint) and enjoy shipping that's truly out of this world. It can be hard enough being ejected from your own home - imagine being plucked away from your home world! This could be because of your own doing (say, you were banished for being too cocky), you were too evil or too ambitious to stay, or even due to an accident. Those temporal shifts can be a little much. Whether by design or by chaos, however, you end up in the same place...or, rather, a different place. Theoretically, this world could be very much like your own, with only a few minor changes, like a purple sky instead of a blue one or lion-demons instead of tiger-vampires. On the other hand, it could be completely different, anywhere from more technologically advanced or less so or even filled to the brim with bizarre creatures. They still use cars? What are those infernal beeping devices? Why does no one have feathers or gills? Needless to say, this could be overwhelming if you are possibly powerless and definitely alone. But you're not alone. Someone, a native of this world, has ended up tangled into this whole affair with you, whether they want it or not. You can't turn that down. They're your only ally, your only anchor in this brand new world. Maybe, just maybe, they can show you a thing or two to help you back up on your feet. Or, best case scenario, back to your home! When you're out of the frying pan and into the fire, though, nothing is cut and dry. Everything about this world may not be so horrible - it may be fun, even - and this person you've ended up with, oh, they could be worse. In fact, you may be beginning to feel at home with them. Remember. This is not your real home. You want to go back, don't you? And what about the other party? Of course, you may be less than thrilled that you now are playing tour guide to what seems like a crazy person. Perhaps this was out of the kindness of your heart or you may be forced to play babysitter, but it all leads to you keeping an eye out on them. They have to be lying about all this! Sure, they may talk strange, unconsciously insult you, and act like the simplest things confuse them; that has to be an act! ...still, act or not, you're starting to see that there's more to them than their goofy ways and there's more to your feelings toward them than you thought. how to play This meme is inspired heavily by the first Thor movie and also a great deal by those romantic comedies where someone from the past goes into the future or vice versa. Comment with your character and preferences. Don't leave your comment blank! Mention something about your character's world in the comment for the canon blind (ie, "ancient Greece" or "dystopia with kids killing kids - the Japanese version"). It doesn't have to be long, it can even be a few words! If you have any other ideas, include them. Reply to others. Use the RNG - or not. Whichever you prefer. prompts arrival → You've just arrived...and someone has seen it. What's your impression? Good? Bad? Get the hell away from them? It may depend on why you're here in the first place. not so different → Huh, this could be your own home in the universe, except for a few subtle changes. But those changes stand out. different time → The place you've ended up is either much more advanced or much more primitive than you're used to. different world → They breathe oxygen? Where is their night vision? magical moment → See the gif. Essentially, it's that moment of interest before everything goes absolutely wrong. disbelief → So, they says they're an ancient Roman or a magic sky god. Did they hit their head? argument → No, no, no. You're not going anywhere until we get you some clothes and some help. forced to take them in → You have no other choice but to take this person in. You were either charged with the task or feel guilty. offer of shelter → You actually want to take them in out of the kindness of your heart. depowered → Were you a powerhouse before? Well, now you're an average joe. That'll teach you. misunderstanding → Here, we don't walk around in loin cloths, draw swords, or barely bathe or eat toothpaste. We also don't ride dogs, either. friendly fun → Being around here isn't always bad. You get to see new sights, taste new foods, and make new friends. Your milage may vary on the last one. introduced traditions → Time for the newcomer to show their host something from the old country, so to speak, or the reverse. romantic moment → Dancing or sitting under the stars or your own preference. Go wild and be creative! showing you care → They have helped you out a lot since you've arrived. Perhaps you can return the favor by lending a hand or solving a problem? the romantic shift → The typical turn of events where the two of you begin to see each other in a different light. not my type → Your usual type is more glamorous or more...possessing of gills, but the bond between you two endears them to you. jealousy → The newcomer misunderstands the dynamic that's already set in place. someone back home → You find yourself growing closer to your new friend, but you're already taken back home. confession → You both admit it's more than mere interdimensional alliances. smut → You've reached that point in the relationship, or you're about to leave, or you're just curious about the people in this world (remember that scene in Howard the Duck where - nevermind, actually). epic fight → Two worlds collide and big bads from the past are coming to threaten your temporary home and new love. reformed → You've learned your lesson and turned over a new leaf. As much as you can, anyway. You're more open, less cocky, whatever the case may be. sacrifice → Unfortunately, you won't get to go home. You selflessly put yourself in harm's way for your lover. going home → Time for a heartfelt goodbye. Will you see each other again or is this it? new home → You've learned and gained so much, you've decided to stay in this word. WILDCARD

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Teta Heiral | Final Fantasy Tactics: War of the Lions | OTA

[delitasis]

[Teta's from Ivalice; I.E. a fantasy world with chocobos, extreme classism, and enough cloak-and-dagger moments to fill a Game of Thrones episode.]

Bill Cipher | Gravity Falls

[mabill_pipher]

(A combination of 10 and 7?)

Bart Allen/Kid Flash | DC preboot | OTA

[kid_flash_found]

[Considering Bart pretty much falls through time/dimensions with regularity, it's easy to find ways to send him anywhere. Can always just do that his final sacrifice in the Flashpoint saga had him ending up with a (just) reward of a new start somewhere.]

Rey | SW:TFA | OTA

[thesefirststeps]

4?

[littlepandora]

[Psychic isn't that far from the Force, right?]

Tim Drake/Red Robin | DCU | OTA

[timothydrake]

[this is my biggest jam tbh]

Re: Tim Drake/Red Robin | DCU | OTA

[mysterygirlcastle]

(How does modern day NYC via the world of Castle sound?)

mikaela hyakuya → owari no seraph

[infatyuated]

[ mikaela lives in a post-apocalyptic world (specifically japan) where almost 90% of humanity has been killed off by a virus and vampires have taken over in order to prevent humanity (ie their food) from dying out completely. mika is a vampire, but does not associate with the rest of the vampire population because his only goal is to protect his last remaining family member who is human. ]

Uchiha Itachi 🍂 Naruto

[sanzengarasu]

Peter Quill ★ Marvel Comics ★ OTA

[starbuckslord]

( Superheroes, supervillains. Yadda yadda. Peter's handling the space side of things, though, so expect spaceships and starfights. )

Yu Narukami | Persona 4

[shuffletime]

Dragonborn | Skyrim | ota

[shoutingmatch]

[Fantasy world with elves, and dragons (especially dragons) and magic and whatnot. Everything is kind of in a shitty spot because said dragons are trying to destroy the world.]

Abe Sapien {} Hellboy

[bprd_fishman]

[Actual fish out of actual water (or in it). Abe's a psychic fishman working for the super sekrit Bureau of Paranormal Research and Defense. He knows a lot about obscure mythology and demon hunting, not much about the latest memes and how to go on dates.]

[putontheboots]

[Any interest in an ex cop who used to be in charge of Chicago PD's own, small, paranormal investigation department? Maybe the BPRD recruited her after she was let go from vanilla policework for having too many super sekrit adventures? ]

Thea Queen l Arrow

[redarrowqueen]

(Vigilantes and the villains of the week they fight, depending on canon point Thea's now a part of the team as Speedy. Ignores bloodlust in favor of mental and emotional fallout and canon through "Canary Cry".)

Ellie Phimister | Deadpool

[hashtagit]

Alexis Castle | Castle

[mysterygirlcastle]

(Modern day NYC where her dad is a writer who helps the police solve mysteries.)

Emma Swan|OUAT|OTA

[thesavior]

John Egbert | Homestuck | OTA

[maplevalleytrickster]

<sub>[A windy doofus that's come unstuck from his timeline and can and will be zapped just about anywhere and anywhen. His canon is a world-creating videogame 'verse where aliens created Earth through this same game. Ghosts abound, as do alternate-timeline selves, and when you dream you end up in bubbles filled with and shaped by the consciousnesses of others.

So y'know. Lots of creative freedom here.]</sub>

maia drazhar ( the goblin emperor )

[drazhada]

20.

[horns_up]

With Maia there is no chance for the casual ambush: no way the Bull can lounge about waiting in the bedchamber for his fearless leader to arrive. No chance to drop the classic so you wanna ride the Bull salutation. His nohecharei are always with him. Beshelar keeps giving the Bull the stink-eye, and Cala thinks the whole thing is fucking hilarious, it seems like. So, in the end, it comes down to words, low-voiced and quietly uttered if not private, the nohecharei seated at a distance reasonably discreet within the constraints of their assignment. And the Bull kind of hates that it does, because he reckons Maia needs some lighthearted spontaneity for a fucking change, and that is precisely what, in the Alcethmeret, cannot be had.

Words over tea.

"You know," says the Iron Bull, "I like you."

Elika ☼ Prince of Persia 2008 ☼ OTA

[duty]

naruto uzumaki | naruto | m/f

[ramenosis]

[ cross canon is ok! pre 700 nardo ]

kara "starbuck" thrace | battlestar galactica | ota

[destinysstepchild]

[ space, spaceships, brief stops on planets, more space. ]

NiGHTS | NiGHTS into Dreams/Journey of Dreams | OTA

[dreamguardian]

[Here we have a dream creature that is suddenly thrown into Reality. Woops! Here is a Navigation Post in their journal with info about the character! Any questions/ideas, feel free to PM :)]

Re: NiGHTS | NiGHTS into Dreams/Journey of Dreams | OTA

[jrey]

Jessie didn't really see the attraction of hunting. But, if it got Marcus off her case about spending too much time in the city, it was fine with her. Besides, he wasn't with her, so it's not like she was gonna really be shooting anything. A noise caught her attention, though. Looking through the scope, she saw....well, she had no idea what she saw. It looked almost like a court jester from one of those renaissance fairs. But what in the hell would it be doing in the middle of a Colorado forest? Maybe they were lost or something. Not able to keep her damn nose to herself, she made her way quietly over to...whatever it was.

"Hey, you lost?" Jessie asked, walking into it's sight as so not to scare them.