Monarch x Empress

I am non sharing with the monarch… he’s my babygirl for reals. 🫡

I have been shipping with him since 2024 (and a bit earlier than that but it was a secret hahaha)

I had to take down my monarch wall because I am moving and am incredibly sad over it. #venturebros #selfship #yumeshipping #themonarch #adultswim

4/15 Edited to

... Read moreBeing a fan and creating a self-ship is such an immersive way to connect with beloved characters. From my own experience, naming my character "The Empress" after the great purple emperor butterfly added a personal touch that deepened my attachment to the story. It's fascinating how the butterfly symbolism reflects elegance and transformation, mirroring the complex dynamics between Monarch and the Empress. I’ve found that combining fan shipping with personal creativity, like making wall art or writing background stories, makes the fandom experience richer. When moving houses, having to take down such displays can be bittersweet; it marks a new chapter but also a nostalgic pause in your fan journey. For me, sharing these moments with the community—through hashtags like #venturebros and #selfship—has brought new friends and fresh perspectives on characters like The Monarch. One tip I’d give to fellow shippers is to embrace self-shipping as a way to express your unique connection to a fandom. Whether you’re designing your own characters or creating mashups, the process is rewarding and often therapeutic. Plus, sharing these creations on social media platforms invites meaningful interaction and keeps the fandom alive and evolving. If you relate to the feeling of devotion seen in the photo captions about ‘Roo’ and the Monarch, know that this kind of fan bond is celebrated and cherished in many fandoms. Keep capturing your personal stories and artistic expressions—it’s these authentic, heartfelt contributions that make the fan community vibrant and inspiring.