akutagawa is known as names like “silent rabid dog” and “the black hound of calamity” and even introduced himself as diablo when he’s just a big awkward softie who loves antique calligraphy and paintings, tea, and spends his free time with taking a walk. AND poses like these
thorns in roses are described as lost loves, red roses convey deep emotions— either love, desire, and longing. dazai’s hand is bleeding from the thorns, he’s hurting from something— or someone. the fallen petals are a symbol of trying to let go his past.
