This is a man who’s been through some heavy things. He’s essentially telling us that the smile is a coping and defense mechanism to maintain his control when he was powerless. This is crucial information about his character and I love that it’s canon.
It has to mean something that Alastor is clearly so much more comfortable around women (with touch and conversation - these 3 and clearly Charlie) and either picking fights (Vox, Lucifer, Husk) or just on-guard (Zestial, Pen) around other male characters. Trauma?
#HazbinHotel
-Alastor receiving too much attention after protecting the hotel-
-Husk: *pats back too hard in thanks*
-Charlie: *tries to hug*
-Angel: *kisses cheek*
-Vox: *kisses cheek*
-Alastor: *pauses* ..You don’t even live here! ..YOU attacked the hotel!!
#HazbinHotel
#RadioStatic
Charlie: Share something personal
Angel: I knit a sweater for Nuggs once
C: Great! Husk?
Husk: Been an alcoholic since I was 18
C: Oh ok.. Dad? Wait, why are-
Lucifer: I hate radio. Useless, ancient tech really
Alastor: Charlotte, I’m being bullied
#HazbinHotel
#radioapple
@SaiScribbles
Oh certainly, but I’d like to think there is a degree of both! He definitely confirmed that the smile helps so no one knows what he’s thinking, but at least I feel that that was pretty clear already. It’s what he said about control what makes me think there’s more to it
Theory - what if Alastor’s leash is held by the angels and that’s why he killed so many overlords as ‘an inside extermination’ to eliminate the most powerful demons. What if he saved Husk by taking him under contract as he would have been otherwise killed.
#hazbinhotel
@MallowtonMouse
I really enjoy this comic. I love this concept that Alastor would be this petty, that Vox agreed to it just to be close to him and had a safe word, and the implication that Alastor is not a virgin and has sex with shoes and gloves on. So good. 👏
Final update of Such a Softer Sin is here. Thank you so much for all of your support! This story brings me joy and I’m so glad it could resonate.
#radiodust
@psychicpains
Gorgeous, just gorgeous! Swooning. This comic is just a gift. So steamy! Your style is just beautiful and I love this little game between them. Ah, can I also say that I just adore the way you draw Angel’s genitalia, for lack of a better word! I love it!
@AkireRosales
Oh *lord*, Akire, this is so sad and expert-level manipulation and it makes me so mad for Angel. I know damn well this was staged and giving Angel a stronger drug to make him feel vulnerable and staging a sexual attack to make him feel totally weak without Val playing hero.. Oof.
@SilentZound
I love this so much, especially because I totally think Al would find Vox’s mix of tech/demon disgusting when he’s used to straight up eating raw meat 😂💖
@AkireRosales
Oh Alastor, taking on more than you can handle, cocky deer. I like how Husk is the only one who understands what’s happening and he’s doing his best to hold it together. Hope Alastor had a contingency plan, he is broadcasting the roasting of Vox’s boyfriend live after all! 😩👏
Alastor/Ace in the hole:
-“That’s the tea!”
-“Deal?”
-“I’m going to end your fucking life”
-*Existential crisis questioning his loyalties, feeling like a prisoner, panic about not finding a way out of his contract*
-“And we’re doing it with a smile!”
#HazbinHotel
#Alastor
@vanillabrwnsugr
OOF. That hurts because it feels too real and too true. Honestly considered this a very likely scenario and your Mammon is spot on. I’m sure he abused Fizz in many ways and it made me all the more happy that Fizz found Ozzy and learned how to love his sexuality. Very nice work 👏
@calam4r1
I love it - this is super fascinating to see them interact and talk about these things, and Alastor’s ignorance could absolutely be a result of his time period
We all knew the mic had to be a weakness, it's always with Alastor - but he trusted Charlie enough to hold it! This is so telling. His feelings toward this group of characters are becoming more and more genuine and even he can’t help it.
@shunyhuny
Ahh, I LOVE this - a mutually beneficial agreement but it leaves Vox with his real feelings even more torn and used and in love 😩 ah so messy, but it’s lovely
Not only that, but this may be the last or only picture of the Radio Demon that exists since in the present, Alastor now seems very camera shy - “face made for radio” and all that. This ‘relationship’ must have been quite traumatic for him..
#RadioStatic
radiostatic nation we have come so far.....
the fact that its confirmed they have a "complicated and sad" relationship when the only solid proof we had of them being ex-friends was alastor calling him "old pal" + this picture.. & we weren't even sure if they were THAT close...
Happy
#RadioDustDay
! working on something but won’t be finished in time.
#RadioDust
got me writing again. I love the potential in their dynamic -none of us thought it would ever be canon, but it’s still so fun
Here’s my fanfic catalogue if you need a fix -
And we’re back! The next chapter of Such a Softer Sin is up- thank you so much for your patience. We are unfortunately nearing the end soon, but please enjoy the fluff.
@kalico_of_doom
@matsu_monaka_
Ohhh, look at them!! And little, tiny Fat Nuggets! This is precious, they look so tender at each other and big boy Al is being so gentle, lovely job 💖🥹
@AlThisAestheti
Okay, I’m still holding out hope that Alastor was ordered to kill overlords in the beginning by whoever holds his leash, and by making a contract with Husk, that Alastor actually saved him from death because he liked him too much to kill him
@AkireRosales
Oh, Akire, my heart! 😩💖 I *love* the idea that Val was the first to let Angel cross dress and be himself. The first to accept him as who he was. This was Angel’s first real love, which made it so easy for Val to dig his claws in, easy to manipulate. Poor Angel. 👏 Love it.
@kalico_of_doom
YES. Love it SO much. Let the boys play!👏 I know they’re playing around, but I also love to think that Angel can match Alastor in hand to hand combat. That spider is mostly muscle and no one can tell me otherwise 🩷
Also, wrangle those antlers, Angel. Put that buck in his place
@dreadfluent
Oh lord, they are so cute when they flirt!! Gosh. I miss this ship. This was so sweet - every bit of it and I love the way you characterize them. And the happy tail!! I adore 🥰
@areaPanDeer
Okay, but you have no idea how much I wanted to see Al get his unkempt hooves taken care of! I love this so much. The details are so good. 😊 🥰👏
For the followers that are here for the fic - another Alastor rut fic, hurt/comfort, gentle Angel Dust flustering and bathing the deer. made for the lovely
@cookie011019
@pinksartdump
This is precious. This is a poly ship I can absolutely get behind. Can you imagine all the bickering fights they would have? How flustered they would get? Bless 😂💖👏
New fic alert for those that follow for my fics - It’s soft smut. Sequel to my ‘Awakening’ fic - had to explore more of these 3. Will be posted in parts.
Please enjoy more gentle dom Angel/Alastor/Vox, more to come soon.
@AkireRosales
Oh, this looks gorgeous, Akire! Your art style really shines here and I love how we get to see a bunch of demons listening including Stolas and Blitz. I love that Charlie’s fed up with his dramatics and show boating! That last panel made me laugh. Can’t wait to see Al’s reaction
@psychicpains
Just beautiful! 🤩👌Oof, I love that Alastor became so affected the moment Angel kissed him. Your style is just so pretty, and your work is such a delight every time!
@kalico_of_doom
Doom, he’s so insanely attractive here, it’s truly not even fair. I love this style and I adore him looking so underdressed and caught off guard. 💕
@AkireRosales
Haha, aww. I’ll love how Husk is shitting bricks watching them - his face! Al showed some nice restraint. He hopefully knows what he’s doing… This is so fun. Poor Angel, I’m hoping both of them have some tricks up their sleeves
@roboBeasty
Oh, absolutely. Great headcanon - accepted immediately. I’d like to think his fur was already a sensitive spot before it was ripped out too 🩷👏
@mariaquevedo07
Okay, I love this thought. What if that’s why Valentino said he owes them much more than money? What if it was because Valentino tried to touch Alastor or hit on him? 🧐
@AkireRosales
Oh goodness, this is just the cutest. Al is swimming with Missy?! And fat nuggets is now so comfortable with him and Missy that he’s swimming with them?? And then Al talking to both of them and understanding?? This is too cute, I’m fading. You’ve outdone yourself, Akire 😂💖
@shanimeartist
..man, why is it so hard for people to just live and let live? Like, get out of here. I just block any negativity at this point. Real life is hard enough 😂
@IHKMF0
Oh LORD. Love a good wing study and this is beautiful! He needs someone to help preen him after that battle!! 👏 Deer man can stim while running claws through Luci’s feathers 🥹💖
New spicy story! Gentle dom Angel/Alastor/Vox, Angel is the boss, bottom Alastor, and pre-established Angel/Al still plays a big role. Hope you enjoy it!
For the followers that are here for the fic - another Alastor rut fic, hurt/comfort, gentle Angel Dust flustering and bathing the deer. made for the lovely
@cookie011019
@magia77_shk
Okay, this is so funny. Alastor learning how to use technology on Vox’s face, ordering his meals, letting Vox pet his tail, Al sitting in his lap. this is precious, all of it 👏
@solwxxx55
Ok ok I’m so normal about Al being covered with what looks electrical burns from Vox’s electricity?? Is that intentional? That looks so good, wow and I love Vox’s spine, you are so talented with color as well, beautiful work! 👏🥰
@venus24draw
Madly in love with this. I love it - great concept. I love how Alastor is getting wrecked and it’s changing his mind as we speak! Who knew Vox really knew what he was doing! Thanks for the Lovely art! 💜
Got tagged on the author train. :) you likely know me because of the one fic I have yet to, but still working on finishing.. I wrote one fic from another fandom then Hazbin took over my life.
#HazbinHotel
#fanfiction
#radiodust
#entrapdak
Thanks Nix! Decide to mix up my selection for this train to represent at least one fic from every fandom I wrote for. As well as give some attention to a couple Hellaverse fics I feel deserve more love. Links below!
#HazbinHotel
#HelluvaBoss
#PussInBoots
#SonicTheHedgehog
#fanfic
@AlThisAestheti
Okay, I’m still holding out hope that Alastor was ordered to kill overlords in the beginning by whoever holds his leash, and by making a contract with Husk, that Alastor actually saved him from death because he liked him too much to kill him
@appleparty_sins
Okay,
#adamsapple
is one of the most clever ship names I’ve ever heard -perfect for them 😂👌. Lovely work, your art is always beautiful. I love this ship already
@AkireRosales
Aww, love the backstory here and younger Angel, who is so handsome in a black suit! Val really made him fall for him. I swear your art just gets better and better - you are so talented with bold and vibrant color! 💖