u/Kenyerzz

Overused Pet Names

Currently writing a story that draws heavy inspiration from Roman Catholic lore, but twisted into a horror/fantasy setting. For the longest time, I had this vision that I'd like my MMC to have his pet name for the FMC be "Angel" (it holds endearing and plot-point value), but now I'm feeling like that might be overused (i.e. The Woven Kingdom, All Rhodes Lead Here, etc). I have thought about ripping the Band-Aid and continuing with that pet name, but should I just move on to something else? It gets muddy in my head when I think about using names/tropes that are important to me from a religious perspective (like the name Cain and Abel) but just happen to be overused by writers. I was also considering something like "lamb". What's most important to me is the weight a name (or nickname) like my FMC's could hold for Catholics.

Context:

FMC is born into a crime syndicate family. Grows up, learns the trade, gains the nickname "The Angel of (Syndicate Name)." Later, she is recruited into a team of elite soldiers who are tasked with "handling the demons that are plaguing the world". MMC begins to call the FMC "Angel" in a derogatory manner, but later in an endearing manner.

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u/Kenyerzz — 13 hours ago

NM Residents Who Have Traveled to China

I am currently looking for a way to apply for a tourist visa to China, without having to fly to LA to drop off my passport. Is there anybody in New Mexico who has traveled to China using an agency to get their visa? Or should I just take that trip to LA to see the consulate?

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u/Kenyerzz — 15 days ago