#(Binge watching serial killer documentaries is very normal)

[more-than-a-princess]

She should've seen that coming. For as enthusiastic as Sonia was about Carrie, Eira seemed to be just as disgusted. Even as her friend pointed out what offended her so (incidentally, it was what gave the movie much of its appeal, in Sonia's case), Sonia smiled. The fiery pit that the school became, much less Carrie's house, and everyone who unfortunately crossed her path never failed to distract her from a troubling day. A descent into madness, something she could never do in real life. "I thought the situations, as difficult as they can be to watch at times, made it all the more realistic. As if paranormal powers could one day truly take hold of someone!" She grinned, stepping into the elevator and pressing the ground floor button. The doors swiftly closed and their descent began, though thankfully less quickly: her ears had popped on the way up and they did so again on the way down.

"And bullying happens at private schools too, though it is more difficult to trace: scandal and the blackmail following, often supplemented with family money and shame," Sonia pointed out, the corners of her mouth drooping. Maybe changing room taunting was common around the government funded school set, but that was a life she never experienced, and never would. No, bullying happened at the elite levels, and it tended to linger. Perhaps not as permanent as death but for some, the decay of their social existence as they knew it had caused psychological breakdowns. Stories, she supposed, for another time. "At least from what I have seen, in any case. Most unfortunate."

She raised an eyebrow at Eira's shudder: maybe it was due to how high up they'd been, she thought: it was cooler up there on the rooftop bar than it would be back on the street. Hopefully it wasn't more than that. Still, she could at least set Eira's concerns about the film selections being 'too scary' aside. Her mood brightened at the idea of including some humor in the lineup.

"That is an excellent idea, Eira-san!" She agreed as the elevator reached the lobby, opening the doors. Sonia exited first, waiting for Eira to fall into step with her before continuing towards the hotel's entrance. "And I fall asleep easily as I am constantly reminded of what the real horrors of life are, and they are not to be found in horror films. But more to the point, a funny movie to counter all of the more serious ones! What did you have in mind? Young Frankenstein? What We Do In The Shadows? Attack of the Killer Tomatoes? Army of Darkness?

It hadn't occurred to Sonia, yet, that perhaps her friend didn't mean horror-comedies at all, but comedies themselves. "Or something a bit less gruesome, like Beetlejuice or The Addams Family? I always wanted to join that family growing up: they seem so lovely and support one another. Oh, it will be such fun to gather our entertainment, and food, and decorations! A proper friendship sleepover, I wanted to have them so much whilst growing up. Without royal obligations attached to them, at least." All of the friends her parents permitted to stay over came from fellow aristocratic families and were visiting for some event or other: nothing just to relax and be children. Or in this case, adults chucking their responsibilities to the side for a few days.

How rare are the times that Eira feels as though she has the princess properly under control? Enough that this situation, fleeting as it was, would be something savored even as conversation continues and the night proceeds as it tends to do. But she'll take those moments of satisfaction given all the work that loomed in the distance sure as the sunrise. Surely Sonia was aware Eira only wanted the best for her, even if ... there were disagreements over what that 'best' was, right?

To think, there were people Sonia associated with that would likely be appreciated by her staff! Eira is a rarity indeed. Even if her admitted effectiveness was nothing to submit for scientific recording it was worth noting and commendation. She at least tried. The same may not be able to be said for others. And in turn, Sonia would continue trying to sway her to the other side. Which was metaphorically over a railing not meant to be crossed.

Tonight, it would seem her hesitance over horror themes and tropes was to be tested not unlike a barricade down a shady alleyway, one that most likely harbored a dark villain or slasher ready to...

"Agh!!" Sonia's recollection of the movie, unrelated as it may be, was a fuel to that fire of wandering thoughts and a worrying mind. The dress was clearly too thin for the cold air that suddenly felt as though it was prickling her skin. "Well, I don't see much point in arguing against it at this point." A themed party was harmless. And if they were at a chalet it'd be far enough from society or other locations where some of her dreams might be attempted to be enacted.

Eira can only hope it doesn't turn out to be haunted. Perhaps like the rural motel and truck stop the duo had ended up at before. That was a journey and event she wouldn't like to repeat. No, she did not allow herself to believe it was actually haunted. No, she didn't see anything. No, she wouldn't admit to hearing voices. No, Sonia would not be wise to pursue changing her mind over it.

The only way to do that would be to find more examples!

And maybe more films.

At least the baths would be wonderful color aside.

"Now, do not get me wrong. I had nothing against the themes of the film, nor the revenge Carrie was able to accomplish however... dark and unfortunate that concluded. It's the imagery. It seemed so over the top. I just-" There's a shudder. Damn that breeze. "I suppose it's another reason I'm glad I didn't attend public schools, hazing and bullying rituals on that level would have been dealt with soundly."

As though the stringent socio-political ladder was any better. Physical over mental, neither should be preferable or necessary to begin with. Were it not for Eira's prickly exterior manifested out of defense she just has this awful sinking feeling that she too would end up in a position like that film. It's not pleasant to think about. How awful people could be for no good reason.

"If I was to request one thing it would be that we balance out those ... horror films you bring with something funny as well. To balance it out? Make it easier to fall asleep?! How you do it is almost worthy of a horror film on it's own..."

[huntingorbits]

Meet the Witch

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The last time I did this was early 2022, so let's update it. (This information is accurate as of 1/19/2024.)

Personal

Name: Archer Sims

Pronouns: He/Him

Birth Year: 1988

Signs: Sagittarius Sun, Moon, and Ascendant

Where: Midwestern United States

Magical Interests

Right now I’m extremely interested in learning about as many magical areas as possible while I figure myself out, but my focus is currently drawn to these subjects:

Chaos magic and sigil magick

History of witchcraft

Types of witchcraft and paganism

Cultural studies + open & closed practices

Familiars

Divination (especially tarot)

Death and dying (purely educational)

Some Of My Favorite Magic Blogs

@brightgnosis @serpentandthreads @will-o-the-witch @breelandwalker @normal-horoscopes @archives-discord @coinandcandle @growing-yet-into-magic @windvexer @jasper-pagan-witch @hallow-witxh @anotherdayforchaosfay

Fun Facts

I chose my name as a reminder of my goals. “Archer” because it takes practice and discipline to learn archery, while also suggesting you should always keep your target in sight. “Sims” because one meaning is “he who listens”, and I’m here to learn as much as I can through as many means as possible.

I enjoy scary and horror podcasts and stories, but also get spooked really easily by them. I talk a big game but am actually a weanie.

I’m an avid gamer - TTRPGs, LARP, video games, board games, etc. In fact, I met my partner through a local LARP.

I am very much an animal person, but my favorite animals are urban “trash” critters, like opossums, racoons, rats, crows, etc. I’m also weak to baby animals of any species.

If money were no object, I would start paying off folks' student loans. I believe education should be accessible, not crippling.

Miscellaneous

Things I Do in My Downtime

I read and write a lot of sci-fi and fantasy.

Watch documentaries about nature and animals (the weirder the better), serial killers, and anything else that catches my interest.

Play video games! My favorites are Stardew Valley, Animal Crossing, Skyrim, the Persona series, the Mass Effect series, the Horizon series, and Kingdom hearts 1 & 2. I’m also a sucker for a good VN (my current favorite is Jack Jeanne) and musou games.

Practice mixed media art.

Favorite Movies & Shows

Movies: Alita: Battle Angel, Pacific Rim, Cloud Atlas, Stardust, Aliens, Star Wars, Wonder Woman, most of the MCU, too many animated films, and a lot of the classic B&W monster movies.

Shows: Ghosts, Sense8, Futurama, Mythbusters, Dr. Who, Star Trek, Twin Peaks, Dark Shadows (the original), Great British Baking Show, pretty much anything with Gordon Ramsey, and a lot of anime (like Digimon Adventure) and American cartoons (like Steven Universe, The Owl House, and Gravity Falls).

Currently Binging

I’m binging The Witch Daily podcast alongside The Adventure Zone and The Magnus Archives, but intend to check out Hex Positive, The History of Witchcraft, WitchSpace, Seeking Witchcraft, Powerful Trouble, BS-Free Witchcraft, and Books & Broomsticks.

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~Archer

[wormworker]

Since True Crime content is especially popular during Halloween, I want to say something about the consumption of True Crime & Murder Mystery stuff. Not to decry it or condemn it, but to urge that people absorb it thoughtfully.

I'm currently doing a more critical re-watch of Twin Peaks, after I learned Lynch's intention & message within the show is that people should think about murder stories more compassionately & less voyeuristically.

This message is a great deal more serious when the subject is True Crime & not just a fictional murder mystery soap opera like Twin Peaks.

But Twin Peaks can beautifully teach us to return to our compassion & our humanity, no matter the very human fascination we might have with blood & guts.

For those who don't know, the show Twin Peaks follows a plot where a young teenage girl in a smalltown, close-knit community was killed. The show goes through the aftermath & the investigation.

The girl's name is Laura Palmer.

Here are some quotes I would like you to think about:

"Only 17 years old."

"My little girl. My baby."

"It was Laura."

"I promise I didn't cry. But it's so horrible." -An officer after seeing the crime scene, who then cries after saying these words.

"What is going on in this house!?" -Laura's mother in the days after Laura's death.

"We have to dance. For Laura. Please, won't somebody dance with me?" -Laura's father in the days after Laura's death.

"I miss her so much... I miss her so much... I miss her so much..." -Laura's mother

What thoughts like these do you think about when you consume True Crime content? When you watch serial killer documentaries?

Do you think about the victim? The loss? Their family?

I'm not saying don't indulge in True Crime media, I'm not saying it's amoral for you to do this. I think it's a normal human interest. But while being human and doing this human thing, please don't forget all of the other parts of being human. Joy, despair, grief, love, loss.

Take care of yourself. It can be so easy to fall into a depression or a rabbithole in a binge-watch of all this, so much that one can get caught in this lull of very unhealthy thoughts where we forget about these most important parts of being human.

[piisuke]

@satorusangel HERE ARE THE HEADCANONS YOU ASKED FOR laugh with me

Itadori Yuji: 

He's not a full crackhead but he's like a 7.5 out of a 1-10 scale

He went through a phase in middle school and dyed his hair red. That's why it's pink now.

Wants an industrial piercing but kinda has a thing against needles.

He's a great swimmer, but he only learned how to swim because his grandfather threw him in the pool and refused to help him.

Learned his fighting skills from anime.

Actually a really big anime buff.

He's big and strong bc he drank lots of milk as a child.

As we have previously discussed he puts empty milk cartons back in the fridge.

Had an absolute meltdown when Vine shut down. He didn't actually use Vine but compilations healed his soul.

Quotes iconic Vines a liiiiitle bit too much.

Knows too many Fortnite dances, but saves himself the embaressment and doesn't do them in public.

Memes. So many memes. 

Accidentally sent the entire Bee Movie script to his teacher instead of an essay. It was his fault though bc it was due at midnight and he finished the actual essay at 11:52 pm.

Veggies gross keep away.

Will find the good in everyone. Except Mahito, he's just a dick.

Radiates confidence. Like it oozes out of him. He walks into a room. Everyone becomes confident. 

Had a problem with acne in his early teenage years. 

Dogs. That's it. That's the headcanon.

Fushiguro Megumi

Thinks humans are a disease but also hellbent on saving them from curses.

Hasn't brushed his hair in three years he just kinda lets it go.

His pfp on social media is usually art of a wolf that's been floating around the internet since early 2005 and no one knows the source.

Doesn't actually post on social media he just ghosts. This is how he finds out everyone's secrets.

His phone has been on vibrate since 2013.

Someone put a color other than black or white in this man's closet he's honestly obsessed with monochrome.

He's bi. He's not even in the closet, he just doesn't find his sexuality relevant.

His room is nice and tidy but also *insert that one video of that guy who uses a broom to get all of those empty water bottles from behind his bed*

He's super intelligent and would have gotten straight A's in school, except he just did not do the work. How did this man even get to the next grade idk.

Doesn't know how to process emotions does not plan to even try

Kugisaki Nobara

No one ever told you life was gonna be this gay.

I don't even hc her as being bi or lesbian when I hear her name that meme instantly pops into my head and idk why.

Probably because she has binge watched Friends at least three times by now start to finish.

Netflix whore. She's watched just about everything except maybe anime.

Serial killer documentaries are her favorite though.

Has the cliche Tik Tok color lights in her room, an upgrade from the fairy lights she bought in 2014.

Idk if this will still stand true after the Shibuya incident but Halloween is her favorite holiday.

Probably Wiccan or something. Living in a small town will do that to you.

Wears leggings and uggs occasionally because fuck you they're comfortable.

Has two looks: uwu look at me I'm CUTE and homeless. Depends on how much sleep she got the night before.

At least puts on mascara on these occasions, she has to have just a little bit of makeup.

Loves acrylic nails but is constantly breaking or popping them off so she just gave up.

"I'm fully aware Hot Cheetos and ice coffee aren't an appropriate breakfast I also just do not care"

"Sorry I'm a bitch, I'm a Leo"

Wants to like avacado, really, but it just taste like wet compressed grass

Gojo Satoru

Doesn't know how to drive and that's probably a good thing

Had a bit of a rebellious streak as a teenager but hey, at least his juvie record is sealed

Has paperwork sitting untouched on his desk from three months ago that he will not touch for at least another three months

He doesn't drink often but when he does oh boy

"Meeeeeguuuumiiiiii~" Oh boy he's in danger

*Insert that one meme of the drunk mom who starts watering her pool with the garden hose*

Honestly does some really stupid shit when he's drunk

Has a Tik Tok and is very active on it

Honestly mentally he never matured past the age of 15

Can fight high grade curses but scared of spiders, probably

Does the cross word puzzles in the newspaper every week

Uses humor as a coping mechanism and it honestly just became a personality

Constantly popping his joints. I'm sorry if you find this gross I too find it gross.

Probably brought home every stray animal he ever met ever until he was at least like 22 y/o

Ugly Christmas sweaters. Every year. Without fail. I only thought of this headcanon because it's October 26th and my grandmother is watching a Christmas movie and will continue doing so until January 1st.

Ryomen Sukuna

Probably eats babies idk

Jk I like to think that when he massacred entire villages he spared children under the age of like 13 bc I want to find the good in him

He's a womanizer but also stops being handsy the first time the word no comes out of her mouth bc nonconsensual sex is boring, that's also me just trying to find the good in him

If he was a normal person (like an au where he's Yuji's twin) he probably became an alcoholic at age like 14

Constantly groaning and sighing. Like he cannot stop. He's surrounded by idiots fighting other idiots trapped inside an idiots body

Looks off in the distance like he's in the Office and looking at the camera

"What the fuck" is like a mantra to him

God complex

Sometimes when I'm sad I imagine him rapping to the full version of Lost in Paradise. This isn't a headcanon but it feels relevant.

I was going to add other characters for you but my brain is kinda rotting rn

P. S. ily 🦐💕

[medicalschoolromantic]

Complain?Me?Never.

to be honest though...complaining is something I do a lot. Its actually something me and most of my medical school friends participate in non-stop. But what happens when this seemingly harmless part of your life/personality creeps into your romantic relationships? A lot, and most of which are bad. Ever since our break began, me and the guy I have been seeing have spent time together (contrary to my goal of distancing myself from him for both our sakes). To both our surprise we havent been fighting a lot...which should be normal right? wrong. Apparently dating me, or at-least us dating each other isn't always good, in fact a good day is surprising. That got be thinking...when in my life did I consider good days normal and bad days to be every now and then? I couldn't think of a time other than my childhood. Now dont get me wrong I dont spend every minute of every day hating my life, in fact I am very grateful for it but somehow i became a “negative nelly” and its become exhausting not only to me but also to the people in my life. Now as a very self conscious person this was a hard conversation to have especially since I take everything personal, but I cant blame hime. He described his experience of this relationship as a feeling of “walking on eggshells”, and thats not what a partnership, and especially not love should be about. I still dont understand why he is dating me if he feels this way, but I am known to force things. Maybe im pulling a chrissy Teagan and simply not allowing him to break up with me? Regardless of the reasons why I definitely dont want to be this person, and I dont want to lose my person. Some serious self reflecting and healing have to happen, but will it be in time to end the year strong and start the new year right. Goodness im stressed, but in true “negative nelly” fashion ill continue to watch my documentary on serial killers and maybe start the positivity thing tomorrow...

P.S. I passed my second semester of medical school so dont judge my netflix binge I definitely deserve it!

[huntingorbits]

Meet the Witch

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I've seen a number of these going around, and thought I'd join in. It's fun to learn about the community!

This information is accurate as of 4/7/2022.

Personal

Name: Archer Sims

Pronouns: He/Him

Birth Year: 1988

Signs: Sagittarius Sun, Moon, and Ascendant

Where: Midwestern United States

Magical Interests

Right now I'm extremely interested in learning about as many magical areas as possible while I figure myself out, but my focus is currently drawn to these subjects:

Chaos magic and sigil magick

History of witchcraft

Types of witchcraft and paganism

Cultural studies + open & closed practices

Familiars

Divination (especially tarot)

Death and dying (purely educational)

Some Of My Favorite Magic Blogs

@serpentandthreads @will-o-the-witch @breelandwalker @normal-horoscopes @archives-discord @coinandcandle @growing-yet-into-magic @windvexer @jasper-pagan-witch @hallow-witxh @anotherdayforchaosfay

Fun Facts

I chose my name as a reminder of my goals. "Archer" because it takes practice and discipline to learn archery, while also suggesting you should always keep your target in sight. "Sims" because one meaning is "he who listens", and I'm here to learn as much as I can through as many means as possible.

I don't identify as Wiccan, but I have been reading books from the Wiccan perspective in my research.

I enjoy scary and horror podcasts and stories, but also get spooked really easily by them.

I'm an avid gamer - TTRPGs, LARP, video games, board games, etc. In fact, I met my partner through a local LARP.

I am very much an animal person, but my favorite animals are urban "trash" critters, like opossums, racoons, rats, crows, etc. I'm weak to baby animals of any species.

If I could, I would buy an acreage and turn it into a wildlife sanctuary.

Miscellaneous

Things I Do in My Downtime

I read and write a lot of sci-fi and fantasy.

Watch documentaries about nature and animals (the weirder the better), serial killers, and anything else that catches my interest.

Play video games! My favorites are Stardew Valley, Animal Crossing, Skyrim, the Persona series, the Mass Effect series, the Horizon series, and Kingdom hearts 1 & 2. I'm also a sucker for a good VN (my current favorite is World End Syndrome) and musou games.

Practice mixed media art.

Favorite Movies & Shows

Movies: Alita: Battle Angel, Cloud Atlas, Stardust, Pacific Rim, Aliens, Star Wars, Wonder Woman, 99% of the MCU movies, too many animated films, and a lot of the classic B&W monster movies.

Shows: Ghosts, Sense8, Futurama, Mythbusters, Dr. Who, Star Trek, Twin Peaks, Dark Shadows (the original), Great British Baking Show, pretty much anything with Gordon Ramsey, and a lot of anime (like Digimon Adventure) and American cartoons (like Steven Universe and Gravity Falls).

Currently Binging

I'm binging The Adventure Zone: Steeplechase podcast, but intend to check out Hex Positive, The History of Witchcraft, WitchSpace, Seeking Witchcraft, Powerful Trouble, BS-Free Witchcraft, and Books & Broomsticks. It's... going to take me a while.

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~Archer