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Guess who came? Perfect Christmas present!

Thanks Raf, this was perfect timing ✨✨

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The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe

By C. S. Lewis

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This has definitely been done before.

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pink goes good with green ₊˚⊹

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Just watched the Wicked movie with my bf @gwouinaelle, overall the movie is good but they removed some political subtext and the most important thing :

Our main observation is that Glinda only wears pink in the film. I have the impression that they've removed the fact that she also wears other colours like blue or yellow, thinking that it wasn't very important, whereas it's super important to show that she changes as she gets to know Elphie?

All in all, it was still a good experience !

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Fantasy Guide to Constitutional Monarchy

As there are many breeds of government, there are equally as many species of monarchy. Today, we will be learning about the concept of constitutional monarchy and how we can write them within our WIPs.

What is a Constitutional Monarchy?

Constitutional Monarchy is a monarchy that is bound by a country's constitution, where the monarch doesn't rule but they reign. The government acts and runs in the monarch's name, at their pleasure and owes their allegiance to the Crown but they are the decision-makers.

The Power and the Glory

The monarch doesn't have the power to rule but as Head of State, they still retain certain powers and responsibilities.

The monarch has the right to:

Warn a Prime Minister/Chancellor against a decision.

Be consulted about all state matters, crisis and news.

Advise and encourage.

The monarch has the responsibility to:

Be impartial, no matter their true feelings

Support the Prime Minister/Chancellor in their efforts to lead the country

The monarch usually retains power in the form of the Head of the Armed Forces (though most can't declare war), has the power to dissolve a sitting government, has the power to sign bills and legislation into law, by the opening of Parliament and recieves diplomats and ambassadors.

Why a Constitutional Monarchy?

You might be asking, why would a monarch agree to all these rules and limits? They are the King/Queen, no? Shouldn't they have all the power? Easy answer, they want to maintain both their power and their heads. Most modern monarchies have ceded to be bound by constitution because autocracies come with as many dangers as they come with benefits. A constitutional monarchy is often chosen to protect the monarchy, ensure it's longevity, appease the public and modernise to fit with changing opinions. The monarchy that doesn't adapt, doesn't survive. If a monarch truly believes in the role of monarchy and their duty, they would do well to consider how much they are willing to sacrifice in its name. It also provides a unifying figure for the country to look up to without the divide of political opinion and creed.

Constitutional Monarchies Across the World

The UK: The monarch's role is ceremonial, they open Parliament, grant Royal approval to bills and meet with the Prime Minister to be informed of the government's doings.

Sweden: The Swedish monarchy is symbolic only.

Japan: The Emperor of Japan has no governing powers, he recieves foreign dignitaries, participates in traditional events and rituals.

Spain: The Spanish monarchy has the power to dissolve government, summon government and appoint the Prime Minister.

Norway: Norway's monarchy is heavily symbolic but the monarch resides over the Council of State, signs official documents and undertakes state visits.

Belgium: The Belgian monarchy is also ceremonial but has the power to appoint the formateur who leads coalition negotiations, signs laws but these acts must require the signature of a government minister.

The Netherlands: The Dutch monarch has a ceremonial role, with the Prime Minister and Parliament holding political power. The monarch’s duties include signing bills into law and representing the country at official events

Thailand: The Thai monarch has a cultural and ceremonial role but politics is the business of the elected government.

Monaco: The Principality of Monaco is an exceptional version of a constitutional monarchy. While the Prince is bound by the constitution, he had the power to appoint the Minister of State and the Government Council. These bodies are directly accountable to the Prince. The Prince has the right to propose laws to the National Council, veto laws and formally enacts the laws approved by the National Council.

Denmark: The monarch appoints the Prime Minister who leads Folketing, they sign all acts passed by the government which must be countersigned by a Cabinet Minister and participates in state ceremonies.

Lesotho: This monarchy is ceremonial too but the King has the power to appoint the Prime Minister and other officials (on governmental advice).

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this is how the whole coven looked at agatha after finding out she fucked Death itself

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gay people can’t ever be normal after a breakup they gotta say some shit like “she is my scar” and then almost kiss

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Okay, apart from Disney actually not queerbaiting us, can we all agree that the funniest part of the episode was Patti Lupone having a different instrument every time they cut to her during the song?

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Never going to stop drawing her, she's living rent free in my head now

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One reason why I can never leave tumblr is that the other day I was reading a 19th-century children's book to my little cousins and I started feeling that there was a lot of lesbian subtext between two of the kids' mothers in this book. And the next day I went on google like "I can't possibly be the only one who noticed—" and I found... 1 result. Just one. 1 person in the whole world had something to say about the lesbian subtext in this classic French children's book and this person was a) on tumblr, b) someone who follows me on here! What would I do without this website? I wouldn't be sending screencaps on a random Friday night of adorable gay moments between two mum characters in a French children's novel from 1858 to the only internet stranger who gets me, and that would be a shame