#Cardos house

[literaryvein-reblogs]

Some Roman Art Vocabulary

for your next poem/story

Acanthus - a kind of Mediterranean plant with large spreading leaves. It was used as a decorative element on Corinthian capitals and also was a symbol of death.

Amphitheater - an elliptical structure with a central arena for the staging of gladiatorial contests and animal combats.

Apse - a semicircular space within a Roman building. Typically a basilica would have an apse at one end.

Arch - a curved architectural member that spans an opening.

Atrium - the central room of a Roman house. It had a hole in the ceiling and a pool in the center of the floor to catch rainwater.

Aureus - the most valuable Roman coin, made of gold.

Barrel vault - a semicircular ceiling over parallel walls.

Basilica - a building type used for law courts and conducting business, which usually stood in the town forum. It consisted of a long rectangular hall with an apse at one end and three aisles separated by columns. The central aisle had a raised ceiling and clerestory windows. Often the exterior of the building was colonnaded.

Cameo - a relief carved from a stone that has layers of different colors, such as sardonyx.

Capitolium - the main temple for civic worship in Rome and other cities. It was dedicated to the three chief gods, Jupiter, Juno, and Minerva.

Cardo - the name of the north-south street in a Roman town laid out on the grid system.

Cavea - the rounded space of a theater containing seats for the spectators.

Colonnade - a row of columns.

Columbarium - a type of communal building to hold ash urns of the cremated. The name comes from the structure’s resemblance to a dovecote, since the urns, as well as portrait busts, were placed in niches in the walls similar to the nesting spaces in such a birdhouse.

Column - a weight-bearing architectural member that has a base, a cylindrical shaft, and a capital (ornamental top).

Concrete - a building material made of small stones or rubble (aggregate), lime mortar, water, and volcanic sand (pozzolana).

Consuls - the two chief magistrates of the Roman state, elected annually.

Cubiculum - the bedroom of a Roman house.

Damnatio memoriae - a decree by the senate that condemned an emperor and ordered that all images of him and references to him be obliterated.

Decumanus - the principal east-west street of a Roman town laid out on the grid system.

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[franswaa3-but-a-bog-mummy]

10 people I'd like to know better!!

Captured and fitted with a bird ankle tag by @monsterultra-peachykineema

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Favorite color: oh I do love me some mossy greens,,

Last Movie: I just rewatched Spring and Chaos, what a spectacular movie. Lot of constraints were on it from low funds to a 60 minute timeslot they had to fit in for TV, but it's an incredible movie that only gets better. Planning on watching 30,000 miles from Chang'an again next.

Last Show: I'm getting my littlest bro on that JoJo hustle, his favorite part is still 2- though we had to pause on watching that one until he learned about WW2 in school. I did NOT want him seeing stronheim before he knew who the Nazis were.

Sweet/spicy/savory: I'M A SPICY FOOD BITCH!!

Relationship Status: Still on the lookout for a fly honey, as the kids say. Slim pickins in the south looking for the right kind of fellow fag 🦐

Last thing I googled: uhhh lemme check. Looks like the album cover of Ned Kelly (writing by shel Silverstein)

Current Obsession: MY TTRPG I'M MAKING I CAN'T GET IT OUT OF MY HEAD I CAN'T THINK OF OTHER THINGS!! ALSO JUST FINISHED PIRANESI MY GOD WHAT A GIVING BOOK!!!!!! I'VE SEEN INTERPRETATIONS OF IT AFTER FINISHING WHERE IT'S ABOUT MENTAL ILLNESS BUT I ACTUALLY LIKE IT BEING A TRIUMPHANT RESPONSE TO THE ALLEGORY OF THE CAVE!

The Beauty of the House is immeasurable; its Kindness infinite.

Thanks for tagging me bestie, and happy 11th anniversary! That's called winning at life 🦑

I'm tagging @charseraph (ur cool as fuck I can't wait to see ur bad ending happen, I shall embrace steel and plastic) @korblez (you're also funky fresh) @quinnred (I love your taste) @capt-biglou (I reblog ur stuff on my mass effect blogue) @powerburial (your posting is incomprehensible it's very fun) @cardo-de-comer (your art is deeply intriguing but also I am one of many followers I understand you not seeing this) @thelittlemissmisfit (sup dude! Time no see! Thank you for being good at posting!)

and I think I'm out of people I interact with in bad at holding blogs in my head and don't follow many people

[pleasantboatpress]

the cheapest room in the house by @skr0g/biggaybenny

what if instead of a very sincere and earnest love confession dean just found out cas was gay? no confession, no god-jack endgame. just post-s15 stupidity. just dean being deranged. the dean downloads grindr for cas fic

titles/headers/page numbers: Caslon Antique body text: Cardo

89,336 words | 336 pages

damn this fic kinda just reached into my chest and scooped something inside of me that was kinda vital. ever since i've read it, i've had scenes that have stuck with me and i have thought of often, so of course i had to bind this fic! @skr0g kindly let me send a copy!!! which has been very exciting and i am so glad i had that opportunity.

design thoughts were. mostly that i needed to make this book look as classy as possible, so that involved using old-ish fonts, for me! i wanted it to be simple but subtle, so using pops of red/burgundy that matched the suede spine was vital for me. it just made me happy doing that. the suede cloth was wonderful to use, and THE WHITE. was great!!! @finalfrontierpublishing kindly sent me some when we exchanged books earlier this year and i am very grateful <3

[micaelacopeland]

5 Best Helmets to Use With Cardo Packtalk Edge

 Packtalk Edge's dynamic Mesh Communication, JBL audio quality and cross-brand connectivity makes it a superior in-helmet communicator. Furthermore, its magnetic mount makes use easy while staying secure when removed from a helmet.

Installation is quick and straightforward; all that's required for optimal use is a helmet equipped with speaker pockets built directly into its shell.

Each box contains alcohol cleaning pads as well as Velcro spacers to accommodate helmets with shallow speaker pockets.

1. HJC Helmets

HJC stands out among helmet companies by possessing its own state-of-the-art wind tunnel testing laboratory, enabling it to fine-tune and evaluate performance at high speeds.

Furthermore, they produce carbon fiber, fiberglass and polycarbonate shells in-house so designs signed off by Friday can be tested in their wind tunnel by Monday morning.

[scotianostra]

March 26th 1697 saw Sir Godfrey McCulloch of Galloway lose his head on The Maiden.

A lesser Scottish noble, McCulloch was heir to a family that had seen better times. His forebears had built and laid their [attached] heads at cozy  Cardoness Castle, but hard times had seen the Gordon clan foreclose a McCulloch mortgage, and that put the families at pistols drawn.

A minor confrontation between Godfrey McCulloch and Sir William Gordon saw McCulloch plant in Gordon’s leg a bullet wound that festered into a fatal infection.

The charge against him read:

You [Sir Godfrey] did most maliciously and wickedly and out of long precogtat malice upon the second day of October or ane or other days of that month or of the September preceding in the year sixteen hundred and nyntie years goe to the house of the deceast William Gordone of Cairdeness who at that time lived in the Bush of Beele and having caused call the said William Gordone to come furth and speak to a man that waited for him the said William at the time in his own house making ready to go to sermon which was at that day at the kirk of Anwith and not apprehending the least hurt or mischeiffe offered to goe furth and came towards the gate where and when you, the said Sir Godfrey, did shoot at him with a gunn charged and by the shott broke his thighbone and leg and also wounded him in other parts of his body, soe that he immediately fell to the ground and within a few hours thereafter dyed of the said shott and wounds and farder, you was so barbarous and inhumane in perpetuating the sais slaughter that you insulted over the said William fallen as said is saying Now dog I have got myself avenged of you; and you discharged any from lifting him up but ordered and commanded such as were there to dryve the nolt over the dog as you wickedly called him.

McCulloch fled to the continent, but eventually — there’s no place like home — returned, and was recognised in Edinburgh.

One boring scaffold speech later, and that was that … unless you credit the legend that his headless body sprang up and ran 100 yards. McCulloch was beheaded on the Maiden, a guillotine precursor that automated the chopping process.

Pics are of the execution device, now in The National Museum of Scotland and the Clan McCulloch coat of Arms.

If you want to know more about the feud and McCulloch you can read the whole story titled A Wild Scot of Galloway - Sir Godfrey McCulloch at the link below. http://www.kirkcudbright.co/historyarticle.asp?ID=283&p=1&g=5

[jordanmwblog]

Discover the Magnificence of Jerash on a Private Tour

Jerash, a city steeped in history and culture, stands as a remarkable testament to the grandeur of the ancient Roman Empire. Located in Jordan, this archaeological wonder is often referred to as the “Pompeii of the East” due to its remarkably well-preserved ruins. Embarking on a private tour of Jerash allows visitors to immerse themselves in its magnificence, exploring the rich architectural heritage, witnessing ancient traditions, and unearthing captivating stories from the past. This article will guide you through the wonders of Jerash, highlighting key attractions, providing tips for an unforgettable private tour, and underscoring the unique experiences that await you in this extraordinary destination.

Unveiling the History of Jerash: Jerash, once known as Gerasa, was a thriving Greco-Roman city dating back to the 1st century AD. The site showcases a stunning blend of Hellenistic, Roman, and Byzantine architecture, offering a glimpse into the ancient world. Start your private tour by entering through Hadrian’s Arch, an imposing structure that welcomes you into the heart of this remarkable city.

As you venture deeper into Jerash, you’ll encounter the vast Oval Plaza, an expansive gathering space surrounded by impressive colonnades and adorned with intricate carvings. The Cardo Maximus, the city’s main thoroughfare, will guide you through the ruins, lined with soaring columns and fascinating remnants of shops and marketplaces.

Don’t miss the opportunity to explore the Temple of Artemis, dedicated to the goddess of hunting and the moon. This beautifully preserved temple boasts impressive Corinthian columns and intricate friezes, transporting you back to a time of religious devotion.

The Spectacular Architecture of Jerash : Jerash is renowned for its exceptional architecture, which stands as a testament to the skill and craftsmanship of ancient civilizations. The South Theater is a remarkable amphitheater that once hosted grand performances and still resonates with the echoes of the past. Climb to the top for panoramic views of the city and imagine the applause that once filled the air.

Another architectural gem is the Temple of Zeus, an awe-inspiring structure dedicated to the king of the gods. Marvel at the colossal columns and the grandeur of this magnificent temple, which once housed a statue of Zeus himself.

The Nymphaeum, an ornamental fountain, is another must-visit attraction. Admire the intricate carvings and sculptural details that adorned this elegant water feature, offering a glimpse into the opulence of the city during its prime.

Engaging in Unique Experiences: Beyond the architectural marvels, Jerash offers a range of unique experiences that enrich your private tour. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of the Jerash Festival, held annually, where you can witness traditional music, dance, and theatrical performances against the backdrop of ancient ruins.

For a more immersive experience, participate in a Roman reenactment or gladiator show, donning period costumes and engaging in historical battles. This interactive experience brings history to life and provides an exciting opportunity to step into the shoes of ancient warriors.

Tips for an Unforgettable Private Tour (250 words): To make the most of your private tour in Jerash, consider the following tips:

a. Engage a knowledgeable local guide who can provide historical insights and captivating stories about the ruins.

b. Visit early in the morning or late in the afternoon to avoid crowds and experience the serenity of the site.

c. Wear comfortable shoes and dress modestly, as you’ll be doing a fair amount of walking and exploring.

d. Stay hydrated and bring a water bottle with you, as Jerash can get hot during the day, especially in the summer months.

e. Capture the beauty of Jerash by bringing a camera or smartphone to document your journey. The intricate details and breathtaking views deserve to be preserved.

f. Take your time to explore the site thoroughly. Jerash is vast, and there are hidden gems waiting to be discovered around every corner. Allow yourself ample time to soak in the atmosphere and appreciate the historical significance of each structure.

g. Consider combining your private tour of Jerash with a visit to other nearby attractions, such as the ancient city of Petra or the Dead Sea. Jordan is a treasure trove of historical and natural wonders, and extending your itinerary allows you to experience more of the country’s diverse offerings.

Conclusion :

Embarking on a private tour of Jerash is a captivating journey through time, unveiling the grandeur and magnificence of the ancient Roman Empire. From the well-preserved ruins and impressive architectural structures to the unique experiences and vibrant cultural events, Jerash offers an immersive and unforgettable adventure. As you stroll through the streets once walked by Roman citizens, you’ll feel a profound connection to the past, and the stories of this ancient city will come alive.

Make the most of your private tour by engaging with knowledgeable guides, exploring at your own pace, and immersing yourself in the atmosphere of this remarkable archaeological site. Jerash is a destination that will leave you in awe of the ingenuity and beauty of ancient civilizations, and it is a must-visit for history enthusiasts, architecture aficionados, and anyone seeking a truly remarkable travel experience. Discover the magnificence of Jerash on a private tour and create memories that will last a lifetime. Visit us

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[ochoislas]

LA CASA VACÍA

Donde el viento solitario mueve los cardos del cerro, turba el titilar yerbas que dejan el tiempo afuera, se alza muda y gris la casa donde ya no vive nadie.

Entrando por vidrios rotos toda sazón e intemperie susurra junta en los cuartos: tibios chubascos de estío pudren las hojas de otoño, comban tablones de enero

En el papel de la sala, entre alimonadas flores, queda sombra macilenta del reloj que dio las horas. Ya no señala ese espectro el tiempo donde latiera.

En los peldaños ni un paso turba el sol polvoroso, posan sombras taciturnas, cara vuelta a la pared, atentas al mudo toque del reloj que ya no está.

«¡Ya son las doce de nunca!» vibra el carillón fantasma, y las sombras pantomima mueven lento a contraluz. Pero nadie las ha visto si toca: «¡Dos de jamás!».

Ni un ojo las vio bailando sus rasos negros siniestros bajo la opacada luna, al son de muda cadencia de nunca en la madrugada.

*

THE EMPTY HOUSE Where the lone wind on the hilltop Shakes the thistles as it passes, Stirs the quiet-ticking grasses That keep time outside the door, Stands a house that’s gray and silent; No one lives there any more.

Wending through the broken windows, Every season and its weather Whisper in those rooms together: Summer’s warm and wandering rains Rot the leaves of last year’s autumn, Warp the floors that winter stains.

In a papered hall a clock-shape Dim and pale on yellowed flowers, Still remains where rang the hours Of a clock that’s lost and gone. And the fading ghost keeps no-time On the wall it lived upon.

On a stairway where no footsteps Stir the dusty sunlight burning Sit the patient shadows turning Speechless faces to the wall While they hear the silent striking Of that no-clock in the hall.

“Dawn of no-time! Noon of no-time!” Cries the phantom echo chiming, And the shadows, moving, miming, Slowly shift before the light. But no eye has seen their motion When the clock says, “No-time night!”

No eye has seen them dancing In their blackness fell and bright, To a silent tune In the dark of the moon When the clock sings no-time night.

Russell Hoban

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[aleelgris]

Reunión en casa de Cardo c: ☮🌳

[adracat]

G-witch ep 8 thoughts

I had predicted this would happen on twitter and I'm absolutely ecstatic that it immediately came true. Thank you, gwitch, for catering to me 🙏

I said it would be incredible if the show had Miorine take up Elnora/Dr. Cardo's original goal of bettering the lives of humanity with GUND. I just wasn't expecting it to happen so soon! But I suppose it's not that much of a swerve considering Mio is definitely the Relena Peacecraft of this Gundam.

I am so happy she brought in Earth House too. Chuchu's reaction to a peaceful goal was unexpected and touching. Her and Nika continue to be great but we also get a better idea of the House's personalities and relationships. Good food

Their dreams might be crushed one day but not today!

The major concern of this episode is Shaddiq. He's moving ahead with his personal aims, though it's clear he sees potential in Gundam and doesn't want them destroyed like his father/company wants. He's hard to pin down, but I'm enjoying his scenes. I greatly anticipate a duel in the future since Mio's company is now in danger and we get this ominous shot of a mobile suit

And if I'm not mistaken it's the same one from the prologue? Very similar at least

Moving on, I also wanted to briefly discuss Prospera. Her manipulation and lying to Suletta are expected after everything we've seen from her. But I think she showed her cards here. Seems she wants gundams to be produced on a greater scale while washing away the stigma of piloting. She doesn't bring up GUND's original purpose at all. Is she angling for war? Probably :/

Miorine side-eyed her speech so I trust she knows Prospera isn't on the level. Best regards Miomio, your future mother-in-law is a viper

Miorine and Suletta got some cute moments in between all this intrigue though. This was the standout-- just a sweet moonlit ride with Mio being bemused by her groom and leaning against her back. So sweet. Ahh I want the next episode ;-;

[friendlyneighborhooddolan]

warnings: This story has some descriptive stuff. Age gap (7 years). Sexual and graphic things, alcohol and drug use. Trigger warning for this chapter: alcohol and drug abuse.

pairing: Kylo Ren x reader

summary: one gets drunk, the other gets jelaous.

word count: 1.5 K

Masterlist

A/N: One more chapter of angst after this one, and we're good for a bit. Stick out for a little bit and then we're okay. Anyways, happy reading!

Chapter nine

They didn’t speak after what happened. For a week.

Y/N’s classes started on Monday and Kylo saw her once, an awkward smile and a greeting muttered. 

He could, at times, see her leaving her house in the evenings, her dress too short and her heels too tall – her laughter revealing her tipsiness when her friends joked about something. He could also see her coming back those evenings, her lipstick smudged and her hair messy – and he wished he was the one convicted of that. 

His job sought him, so he had to get his hands dirty these days. His friends noticed him being more ruthless, more aggressive. They noticed him pining, but they couldn’t really understand why. His knuckles bruised, his hair messy, he wasn’t himself. 

He started the destructive behavior again, and Cardo noticed it when the man snorted a white line from the back of his hand while they were driving to yet another meeting. 

“Kylo, what happened with the girl?” The man spoke, knowing Kylo like the back of his hand. 

Kylo sighed. 

“What do you mean, Cardo?” Kylo’s hands found home on his lap, his right playing with a ring on his left thumb.

“Kylo, last time you snorted that much coke was… Never. What the hell is going on, man? Did she leave you, what?”

“Cardo, shut the fuck up. You don’t want to anger me, not now.”

Cardo kept his mouth shut, knowing that his friend was agitated because of the job, but he also knew something was wrong. He wasn’t Kylo’s underdog for no reason. 

He nodded in response, looking through the window.

– 

The next time Y/N saw Kylo, it was Friday. She was sitting on her front porch, her friend drinking a pina colada and talking about boy problems – as if Y/N didn’t have them too.

“Hannah, I think you always fall for the wrong guys,” she answered, listening to Hannah’s rambling about how she thought that this guy was special, but after they slept together, he ghosted her. It was a story Y/N heard at least a thousand times before – from Hannah alone.

The girl’s blue eyes met her glance, and Y/N sighed, hugging her best friend.

“It will be okay, H. It will, I know you’ll find the right one.”

And then she heard the sound of a motorcycle parking across the street, and she removed herself from her friend’s hug.

Kylo Ren was taking his helmet off – and Y/N thought she could sing about this moment for decades alone. He let his stubble grow a bit, and Y/N thought he was even more beautiful like this.

He shook his unruly hair into submission, sparing a glance to Y/N’s house – and there she was. The protagonist and the antagonist in the story of his life. The girl who could fix him and break him with three words. 

What’s a boy, to a goddess? His heart is a harp and she plays with its strings. She cradles him like moonlight, sings him a lullaby. He kisses her and his mind is delirious with stars. His lips come away rosen, blooming open.  

An university degree, numerous books and a thousand articles and he still made mistakes while reading. She wrote him “Good morning” and he read it as “I love you”.

He choked on such longing he couldn’t spit out. I guess desire is very different when God bore you hungry.

He redirected his gaze.

– 

In the evening, the loud laughter and music and yelling was heard from across the street and Kylo had no intentions of going there and making them all regret not letting him sleep. He couldn’t bear it if he saw Angel again. No, he had to endure this. This was a part of his penance, he thought.

He went on his front porch, lighting a cigarette.

And he saw her. Her greenwhitebrown dress frilled around her as she passed a blunt to a boy her age, laughing at him. She was nestled in between his legs, her head laying on his chest and Kylo couldn’t help but to feel his skin almost turning green. He wanted to punch the man, but when she gazed up at him, her smile not faltering once, he sighed. 

And then the guy looked down upon her, getting lower and lower and lower – and Kylo stood abruptly, extinguishing the cigarette and slamming his front door. 

He shouldn’t torture himself. As much as he wanted to pay for his wrongdoings, he couldn’t – he shouldn’t watch her being intimate with another.

– 

Y/N didn’t see anything that happened across the street, and she melted into Vicrul’s warm, inviting lips. She turned around, holding his face, her hands coming up to tangle themselves into the dark locks – but Vicrul had a buzzcut. Goddammit, the only man she knew with dark, soft locks – No.

She moves away from Vicrul softly, muttering out an apology, leaving him there on the grass.

Three knocks. Kylo was sitting on his couch, contemplating if he should open it, but he did. 

“Angel,” he sighed out, looking at the girl, exasperated. 

“Kylo, fuck you,” she answered, entering his home without a second thought.

“Excuse me?” If Kylo was showing confusion before, it was even more evident now. The girl flopped on the sofa, Kylo now walking in the house with her.

“No, you don’t get to say anything. I just kissed this fucker – Vicrul, where is he – anyways, I kissed him and I thought of you – Kylo I’m a tiny bit drunk – Why did you have to ruin me for every other man?” She flailed her hands around, and Kylo laughed. It was a joyous, endearing sound. 

The girl turned her head towards him, a bewildered look on her face. She stood up abruptly, taking four swift steps towards where he still stood, and went to slap him – 

And he caught her hand. 

“Don’t play with fire, Angel.” He looked at her sternly. Y/N gulped, thinking about how this is the Kylo Ren everyone talked about. His hand on her skin, so commanding yet so soft, made her want to sin. 

She ripped her hand from his, and Kylo sighed.

“Sorry. Old habits die hard,” he added. An apologetic glance towards her. “Do you want to drink anything?” He was going to the fridge, opening himself a beer.

“I want to kiss you,” the girl blurted out, “And I’m kinda cold.”

“Okay. That’s it. A big, tall glass of water for the drunkard sitting on my couch,” he joked, even if his heart fluttered. Love isn’t soft like those poets say. Love has teeth which bite and the wounds that never close. It is a destructive thing, it’s not glue – it reminds Kylo of sandpaper. And when you’re red and swollen, you come before God and ask Him why it hurts. What Kylo means: If she said she wants to dance, he’d let her dance until she breaks the last plate in his kitchen. If she said she wants to cook, he’d let her burn his house down. If she wanted to scream, he’d let her deafen him. He’d never felt for someone so strongly he’d let them destroy him. No one but her.

After he opened a beer and finally found that big glass, one of those that could fit a bottle of wine in them, he walked over to the couch where she was. He called her name softly, but she wasn’t awake. The girl snored a bit, her mouth half opened. Kylo’s heart melted.

He decided on making her wear his favorite hoodie, which was longer on her than the dress she wore. And warmer. He tried waking her up, but the girl mumbled something and buried her head in the pillow. The man chuckled, humming in endearment for the girl, and decided he’d carry her home. In a bit. For now, he’d let her nap on his couch.

The clock on his wall showed it was 2 in the morning, and Kylo got tired of reading on the loveseat across from his girl. He’d never get tired of little sounds she made while asleep, but she had to go home.

“Okay. Angel, please wake up,” he said once, shaking the girl gently, but to no avail. Looks like he had to carry her home.

He picked the girl up softly, his hands under her knees and her neck, and he carried her out. She melted into him, her head resting on his chest.

“Well, look at that,” Jade muttered out when she saw Kylo carrying her best friend across the street, disengaging from the conversation and showing the man the way to Y/N’s room.

Kylo put her down softly on the bed.

“Do you need any help?” He asked Jade while exiting the room.

“No, I got it,” she answered, already in the process of unzipping his hoodie, “Thank you, Kylo.”

“You’re welcome, J,” he muttered, heading towards the door.

“That doesn’t mean I forgive you for waking me up the other night.”

[recherchestetique]

In the houses of ancient Herculaneum Traveling along the lower 4th cardo, which reaches the sea from the Decumano maximum, we come to the Casa del Tramezzo made of wood, an elegant domus built around the 1st century. BC, which takes its name from the discovery of a partition, that is a sort of folding door in charred wood that separated the atrium from the tablinum. The latter is characterized by doors equipped with rings and bronze supports in the shape of a ship's prow intended to house the oil lamps, as Petronius tells us when speaking of the House of Trimalchione. The partition we see is the only archeologically known specimen so far. In the photo we see the atrium of the house, decorated with frescoes with a red, black and ocher background and a refined earthenware floor dotted with white tiles. In the center stands a marble impluvium decorated with a mosaic that incorporates geometric motifs and a fountain. The valley decorated with dog-headed drips is also preserved. Next to the tub we also see an elegant marble table with lion-footed ends. Various rooms open onto the atrium, including the cubicola (bedroom), the tablinum (room located between the atrium and the peristyle with functions that change over time), the oecus (reception room) and the peristyle. The house came to light between 1927 and 1933 during the excavations conducted by Amedeo Maiuri.

pic. by Laura Noviello

[scotianostra]

March 26th 1697 saw Sir Godfrey McCulloch of Galloway lose his head on The Maiden.

A lesser Scottish noble, McCulloch was heir to a family that had seen better times. His forebears had built and laid their [attached] heads at cozy  Cardoness Castle, but hard times had seen the Gordon clan foreclose a McCulloch mortgage, and that put the families at pistols drawn.

A minor confrontation between Godfrey McCulloch and Sir William Gordon saw McCulloch plant in Gordon’s leg a bullet wound that festered into a fatal infection.

The charge against him read:

You [Sir Godfrey] did most maliciously and wickedly and out of long precogtat malice upon the second day of October or ane or other days of that month or of the September preceding in the year sixteen hundred and nyntie years goe to the house of the deceast William Gordone of Cairdeness who at that time lived in the Bush of Beele and having caused call the said William Gordone to come furth and speak to a man that waited for him the said William at the time in his own house making ready to go to sermon which was at that day at the kirk of Anwith and not apprehending the least hurt or mischeiffe offered to goe furth and came towards the gate where and when you, the said Sir Godfrey, did shoot at him with a gunn charged and by the shott broke his thighbone and leg and also wounded him in other parts of his body, soe that he immediately fell to the ground and within a few hours thereafter dyed of the said shott and wounds and farder, you was so barbarous and inhumane in perpetuating the sais slaughter that you insulted over the said William fallen as said is saying Now dog I have got myself avenged of you; and you discharged any from lifting him up but ordered and commanded such as were there to dryve the nolt over the dog as you wickedly called him.

McCulloch fled to the continent, but eventually — there’s no place like home — returned, and was recognised in Edinburgh.

One boring scaffold speech later, and that was that … unless you credit the legend that his headless body sprang up and ran 100 yards. McCulloch was beheaded on the Maiden, a guillotine precursor that automated the chopping process.

Pics are of the execution device, now in The National Museum of Scotland. If you want to know more about the feud and McCulloch you can read the whole story titled A Wild Scot of Galloway - Sir Godfrey McCulloch at the link below. http://www.kirkcudbright.co/historyarticle.asp?ID=283&p=1&g=5

[anonanimal]

all the fucking reddit fan theories for g-witch seem awfully supported i wanted to be surprised dammit...

if the destruction of fólkvangr was 21 years ago suletta can’t be ericht bc she’s not 25. and she can’t be nadim’s biological child either. so she’s possibly the same kind of person as elan. who, as predicted by some, lost the duel and has been incinerated and will be replaced. so he’s rei ayanami i guess. the reveal of the “real” elan really got me though, i knew from the comment made to number 4 about getting his face back that he wasn’t really “elan ceres” but i hadn’t taken the next step and figured out that a Real Boy elan existed which he was based on. what does Real Elan do all day while the enhanced person is at school lmao? or is he physically there being himself and does everything but fight in the duels. they seemed to have...different personalities though. if suletta was going to be revealed to be an enhanced person i wanted her and number 4 to bond over it and be part of the fucking. enhanced persons rights movement or something. but i guess she’ll have to do that with number 5+.

OF COURSE, it’s possible that the Thing That Happened 21 Years Ago was not the violent attack on fólkvangr but the event that caused the loss of elnora/prospera’s arm. so it’s still possible that I’M right and the suletta ≠ ericht hints are a red herring. EDIT now that i think about it a bit more. ep 6 proves that enhanced persons aren’t like 100% sythetic or clones, elan was just some poor kid that got modified. and why would an entity as powerful as peil bother with enhanced persons if there wasn’t better tech to do the same job. so if suletta were an enhanced person, where on mercury would prospera have gotten the orginal person and the tech to mold them into her daughter? unless she’s had powerful allies since her arrival on mercury or before, which is something else i haven’t discounted.

unrelated but calling it now that guel gets adopted into earth house. he’s been broken down quite a bit but he needs to make true amends to miorine before i start liking him. he was basically saionji from utena in the first episode you don’t just get to pretend you weren’t being saionji!!!!!

also calling it now that cardo nabo is still alive.

[sith-lords-consort]

Knights of Ren: Gifts Headcanons

Minors: Do Not Interact

Kylo

Kylo's gifts to you are usually jewelry, sometimes clothing. He prefers dressing you head to toe in black to show that he owns you, that you're explicitly his omega. The jewelry is usually choker necklaces, thick and heavy with jewels and fine crystals. When he took the throne and became supreme leader, he had a crown made for you, dotted with fragments of kyber crystals, the metal as black as the gown he had you wear to your coronation.

Cardo

A well known tinkerer, and somewhat of a blacksmith, Cardo likes to hammer away at scraps of metal to forge you simple, rough looking gifts. His most delicate works are the rings he sometimes makes for you, or the crown he forged under Kylo's direction. Usually the metal is twisted into a decoration of sorts, a minimalistic replica of animals he knows you like. You keep them on shelves in your room, displayed proudly above your craft table.

Ap'lek

The sneakiest one of the bunch, Ap'lek has made a game out of what he can steal for you without being caught. The other Knights might see a museum while they're visiting a planet for a mission, and nudge Ap'lek, nodding at a bit of jewelry on display in the museum. "Ya think you can get that for the little one?" Ap'lek will always roll his eyes, pretending not to rise to the challenge, but a few days later the knights will see the same bit of jewelry on your body. He once stole a gown that formerly belonged to Queen Padme Amidala, which had been locked away in her family's home on Naboo. Kylo smiled when he saw you in it, then took Ap'lek to the side and said, "Are you aware you technically stole from me?" Ap'lek did not steal anything else from Naboo ever again.

Kuruk

As the sniper, Kuruk usually hangs behind the group, seldom taking part in the action up close. As such, he's not always able to swing by the shops to browse, or snatch priceless artifacts from museums. Instead, he grabs what he can for you, which is usually flowers. He's usually crouching behind rocks, or posted up in trees for hours on end to cover the knights with his sniper fire, and from his perch he can see plenty of wildflowers he thinks you'll like. Sometimes instead of a few handpicked flowers, he'll spot a particularly interesting rock, and bring that back for you. The other knights used to tease him about it, until they saw how much you loved what he would bring you. You dried some flowers, taking seeds from others and set up a mini green house, with flowers and plants from all over the galaxy in it. The other knights got a little jealous.

Vicrul

Instead of clothes or jewelry, Vic is the type to buy you supplies for any hobbies you have. Especially any crafty hobbies, as he loves watching you make things. He'll sometimes use his gifts to you as an excuse to have a little 'crafting date' where you make candles or charms together. Once the two of you made homemade bath bombs and face masks, and then proceeded to have an at home spa day, complete with homemade coffee scrubs. The others tried to tease him but he silenced them really quickly with a, "Me? Too pampered? Mate, I just spent three hours in the bathtub with our little omega, and KRIFF was it heavenly."

Trudgen

This. Man. Cannot. Give. Gifts. To. Save. His. Life. He's just so bad at gift shopping. Can't make up his mind about anything regarding what you might like. For holidays that involve gift giving, Trudgen will legit have one of the other knights tell him what to get you. Or just ask you for a list with detailed instructions and descriptions on what to get you. He's much better at expressing his love through spending time with you.

Ushar

Getting gifts from Ushar is… difficult. Unlike the other knights, who might buy or steal you gifts, Ushar mostly gives you… trophys. Any jewelry or clothing he presents to you has the tell tale signs of being used before. Smelling of the smoke and blood of battlefields, you know the necklace he slides over your neck was ripped off of some woman before he killed her. Same with the earrings and the dress he asks you to wear for him.