#Custom Way Wipers

[fufupng]

In stars and time but splatoon??? Comp player/artist thoughts in keep reading!!

I was very stuck on giving sif a faster based weapon, thought dapples were reasonable. Splatana wiper definitely crossed my mind since wiper is another face paced weapon but sif sounds like he would play a shitter weapon so dapples it is LMAO I do think splatana could be a pocket but i think,, OH brush might be an option too!! Its speedy and also well there to be a pain T0T Comeback/quick respawn would be the build set id think yknow coming back quick to respawn/little to no regard for ones life in game/ yeaaaa...... least it paves way to help and space for allies! ANYWAYS bro doesnt have his cloak here since game regulators didnt allow i/ not mobile enough. They were, however, able to get modified versions of existing gear, turning the witch hat white and the jacket being custom made into white and just made longer !! I have my own ideas on how rulings are made for splatoons universe so this is just my own take here :o also odile is a charger main. No one is telling me otherwise.

[puppy-steve]

this was written for @thefreakandthehair's spicy six spring fanworks challenge, for the prompt, "come lie down with me, i'll read it to you"! thank you so much for letting me participate, lex!

April showers bring May flowers, but March comes in like a lion. Winds up to fifty miles an hour with rain and thunderstorms following close behind. Most people would hunker down with preparations to ride it out for however long the weatherman on TV decides, but most people haven't fought an inter-dimensional war for four years in a row and don't equate the rain pelting down on the roof to the sound of beating bat wings, or the violent winds to their devilish screeching. They get pushed around in a gust and don't think about being pinned down and feasted upon by razor sharp teeth.

Most people aren't Steve Harrington.

Unsurprisingly, Family Video stays open during one of these storms. Also unsurprisingly, they haven’t had a single customer since they opened that morning. Steve watches from behind the counter as it rains sideways across the parking lot. The trees are bending in ways that make him nervous and he's imagined a branch snapping off and going through his car one too many times. He taps an erratic rhythm on the counter, his jaw clenched tight, his eyes locked forward.

"If it gets any worse, we're closing early," Robin says from somewhere in the rows of tapes, probably sprawled across the floor. "It's supposed to go on until tomorrow afternoon, and I'm not risking being stranded here."

Steve would argue that it’s already worse, but a particularly harsh gale that sounds like a moaning monster from a D&D session makes his blood freeze in his veins. He nods, his jaw clenched. “Agreed.”

Worse comes when the power starts flickering. It was just once and for barely a second but it was enough for Steve and Robin to shut all the computers and lights off and make a beeline for the breakroom. He's already made his check-in calls with the Party; they're all safe and sound at home with promises to not step foot outside until this all passes.

“Be careful, alright?” Robin says when Steve drops her off at home. The wind is whipping her hair around her face and she’s struggling to hold the door open with the force of it. He waits until she’s safely inside before he pulls away.

There was a lull in the rain during the drive, but now it’s back with a vengeance. His wipers are barely doing anything and he can’t even see five feet in front of him. He pulls over somewhere on the side of the road to wait until it hopefully dies down. There’s thunder in the distance now, and all Steve can think of is Kate fucking Bush and Max lying comatose in a hospital bed. He watches the rain cascade in waves down the windshield and suddenly he’s back on the roof of Starcourt, his Members Only jacket doing absolutely fuck-all to keep him dry in the downpour.

Steve grips the steering wheel and can barely hear the next clap of thunder over the gust of wind that's shaking the car, or the blood rushing through his ears, his head filled with screams – his, Robin's, Dustin's, Eddie's–

Eddie.

Blind panic blooms in his chest and it takes a few tries to get the car started because of how bad his hands are shaking. Finally, the ignition turns and he's speeding off. He doesn't bother to follow traffic laws.

Gotta get to Eddie. Gotta get there before the bats do, he and Dustin can't hold them off on their own, shouldn't have left them behind–

Steve doesn’t remember haphazardly parking the car next to Eddie's van, or throwing the front door open with a strangled shout of his boyfriend’s name.

"Eddie!"

There's a thump coming from the back bedroom and Eddie comes tripping over his own feet in his rush to get to him. Steve wants to cry at the sight of him, but instead his breath gets caught in his throat with another wave of panic as his vision blurs and all he can see is Eddie’s bloodied smile as Nancy desperately tries to stop the bleeding from his torso.

Eddie takes a cautious step forward. "Baby?" His hands are lifted in front of him as if Steve is a frightened animal.

"You - you're-" Steve tries to get out but making words feels like gargling pebbles, deep down in his throat. His hands clench and unclench at his sides, shaking along with the rest of him.

"Where are you right now, Stevie?" Eddie asks gently. He doesn't touch him but he's close enough now that he could.

Steve shakes his head. "I-I don't -" He swallows. "The bats - had to come back, couldn't leave you and Dustin-"

"Can I touch you?"

Steve nods.

Eddie doesn’t pull him in immediately. He curls a steady hand around the knob of his shoulder, his thumb rubbing his collarbone in soothing circles. His other hand goes to his right elbow and then he slowly drags him to his chest in a bear hug. Steve goes limp like a rag doll and lets Eddie hold him tight.

"There we go," Eddie whispers into his hair, arms wrapped around his shoulders and waist. Steve pants raggedly against his neck. “Shh, I gotcha, sweetheart.” Fingers slide up the back of his neck and thread through his hair, gently tugging and scratching at his scalp in a way that makes Steve shiver and press closer. His own hands come up and grab fistfuls of the back of Eddie’s shirt. Eddie kisses his temple. “You don’t have to tell me what made you freak out if you don’t want to, but I don’t think you want the neighbors seein’ you like this.”

Slowly, without pulling away, Eddie kicks the front door shut and walks them back to his room where he undresses Steve slowly and methodically, not like he usually would when he’s trying to get his boy out of his clothes, and replaces them with a worn t-shirt and sweatpants. Steve buries his nose in the collar of the shirt and breathes in the scene of home. There’s a tiredness always present after a panic attack that leaves him weary and aching all the way down to his bones. He kicks his jeans to the side and sends a paperback with them. It isn’t one he’s seen Eddie read before; the dragon on the green cover and the yellow letters are enough to draw Steve’s attention and he flips through the pages after reading the summary on the back.

“Come lie down with me,” Eddie says with a gentle hand on Steve’s hip, “I’ll read it to you.”

Eddie shuffles him toward the bed and Steve all but falls onto the mattress, burying his face in the pillow on Eddie’s side of the bed (because he’s slept here enough times that they have respective sides, now) and inhaling the intoxicating smell that’s pure Eddie – cigarette smoke and the strawberry shampoo he uses. He’s maneuvered until he’s tucked into his boyfriend’s side.

The storm is all but forgotten outside. He can’t hear the harsh winds or the rain pounding on the trailer’s tin roof. Eddie’s bedroom is a bubble of safety and love and warmth. Steve has no nightmares in this place. Here, all he knows is adept fingers running through his hair and the way he slowly starts to drift off at the soothing sound of Eddie’s voice rumbling in his ear as he reads to him, picking up where he left off.

“The Librarian slept on, lulled by the whispering of the rain…”

[youngmoviemaker]

Elemental (Pixar) Thoughts

Okay so . . . I think I have gathered my thoughts for Elemental after seeing it four (yes really) times over the weekend. Spoilers incoming.

I wasn't expecting much from the movie, hell, I wasn't even going to see it but I had just gotten out of watching Spiderverse 2 for the second time and wanted to watch something cleanse my pallet. The trailers and marketing didn't really get me excited as it just came off as a bland Romano & Juliet esque film with the main hook being the characters were made of elements. Then there were the first few early reviews I've heard that called the film bland and another miss for Pixar.

So you can say i had low expectations going in.

But I was so so wrong.

I came out of my first viewing tearfilled, giddy, and gobsmacked. The film that was being advertised was not the film I had just watched and . . . I loved the film I had just watched . . .

The whole conflict isn't romantic shenanigans between cute Ember and sweet Wade, although that is important part of it . . .

It's about Ember being the child of immigrants, growing up in a city that wasn't built with her people in mind and which can be down right terrible to her just because she was born fire. It's Ember's struggle to live up to her family expectations and trying to be a good daughter all while slowly discovering that thing she spent her whole life preparing to do, wasn't what she wanted to do.

Ember's journey is very touching and relatable, leaving me to think about it hours after the film.

Then there's Wade and by extension, their romance.

Wade is honestly one of the sweetest and most loveable romantic interests I've seen in a long time. He's very attuned to not only his emotions but the emotions of the people around him. He's not afraid to cry and goes out of his way to cheer up those around him. The chemistry between him and Ember felt natural as they slowly fell for one another.

If I hadn't saw the trailer with him trying to help pick up her headphones, I honestly wouldn't have expected him to become her love interest. They start off in conflict with him writing citations for her father's shop but he ends helping her in her quest to get the tickets overturned.

The looks in this film is godtier, like, they were able to make elements so expressable (Wade being my favorite with how they were able to convey that he holds his heart on his sleeve.)

And it felt very refreshing that there wasn't a main villian (cough cough Zootopia cough cough). The main conflict is character driven by the choices and consequences of Ember.

It's genuinely making me sad that this film is being panned by a lot of people as being bland Pixar and boring.

I really hope that the film does do well at the box office. It deserves it.

And just because a film has a simplistic plot, doesn't mean it's going to be bad. It's the execution of it that matters. Pixar is known for this.

For me, film was refreshing drink of water on a pleasant summer's day.

Okay quick fire of my favorite moments and or scenes:

• The soundtrack was really good! I loved the scores that had singing in what I think is suppose to be firish? It provokes Atlantis: The Lost Empire vibes in me and that's my favorite score of all time so I see that as a plus.

• The openning scene of Ember's parents immigrating to Element City really set the tone for the film and was done really well.

• Wade giving his uncle the "that was uncalled for/are you fuckin serious" look whenever the uncle mentioned Ember speaks so well. The rest of the family is AwkwardPartyReactionMeme.exe.

• Yes customers can be that stupid and infuriating in real life. They were able to capture that so well. I feel you Ember, I gotta deal people like that everyday, it sucks.

• Butterfly, Windshield Wiper, Half . . . A Butterfly

• Wade really pulled out all the stops, nearly freaking confessing his love for her infront of his family who had just met her just to win a game. Like damn, you go dude.

• "I made you a painting of a sad man . . ." Uncle gives Wade a painting. It's of Wade crying.

• Ember's mom being able to sniff out love is hilarious to me.

• Kiss me I'm Firish

I CANT BELIEVE I FORGOT TO WRITE THIS ONE! BLUE FLAME FORGIVE ME!

• Act of God or an act of Clooooood.

[preservationofnormalcy]

Baltharax here once more. Greetings, Norm of the Office! I went through all the proper protocols with ETCetRA and have all my paperwork in order. I have checked in with dragon customs. Now, you simply must tell me if there is a human glamour I could purchase somewhere. While I am rather proud of my stature, I understand that many of your more ignorant kin will react quite strangely to the sight of a dragon. Money is no object, of course.

Hey, good! Bet it feels good to get that sorted.

From what I understand, dragons that visit will often work with an illusionist to make something bespoke, but there’s no shame in getting something “off the shelf”, as it were.

If money is truly no object, most people will tell you to go through Illusionaerie, out of New York City, run by one Madame Calena. She’s got her talons on many of the most skilled illusionists in the world, and the prices in her studio reflect that. There’s a rumor she has a Zetan working for her, which I don’t think is true - but I don’t think I’d be surprised if it was. She’s a powerful woman.

However, I usually answer this question by suggesting Fairweather & Sons, in downtown Richmond, VA. It’s a smaller shop, but they’ve always been hands on with clients in a way that beats other shops, no question. My…my wife would need to get her glamor maintained, and we…we used to go there. I recommend them.

Now, I can’t really discourage you from visiting any place in particular, but I can tell you about the many calls, fines, levies, and class action lawsuits filed by the Office against Drezzik’s Discount Gremlin Glamours. They constantly put their brochures under our windshield wipers at the DC Office location, and I’m quoting here that they have “sixteen locations across this great country of ours”, with a photo of Mr Drezzik himself saluting in front of an American flag. With a smaller photo of him in a Mountie hat in front of a Canadian flag with the caption “and two locations in Canada!”. I don’t know who in RCOE gave him authorization to do business up there, but they shouldn’t have. 

[handoferis]

i have had the most hilarious day

i dropped off my holter monitor and tried to wash off the goop in the bathroom, did not work at all. left with grunge and a weird hickey looking bruise. too obese to button my flannel up. awesome, whatever. i decided to pick up some prescriptions while i was out and about. while i was there i saw my shitty IRL that im tentatively being polite to and her kiddo ran up to me and hugged me <33 oh but anyway she was all like "omg hiii, sorry i havent been in contact ive just been sooo busy. im not mad at you! are you mad at me?" and i just laughed and was like whatever, shit happens dude. like totally not answering her question but willing to just move on. idk i just always laugh when someone genuinely asks "are you mad at me?" or "do you hate me?" it just feels so middle school. i explained my bruise and we had a good laugh, apparently she pulled her shoulder but that's not why she was at the med center, it was for the kiddo. i gave her a couple of muscle relaxers since i JUST got it refilled so fuck it. i wish she would go to an actual doctor though. instead of the ER last week i guess? for a pulled shoulder??? ok .

so me and my MIL finally leave the med center, i bought a preroll at the dispo, i went to gordon food service and bought mochi. boomer MIL went to mcdonalds and decided we need to eat in because she wanted to "make sure they brew a fresh decaf and cook my food to order" (it sounds reasonable but she isnt reasonable about how she asks) and it was insane, the manager was verbally abusing one of his employees. said employee walked out. two customers on two separate occasions started cussing out some of the remaining workers.

finally we go to leave and her car wont start.

MIL is absolutely, and i dont say this lightly, fucking retarded, when it comes to vehicles. She has never changed her oil on any vehicle she has had in the time ive known her. She constantly buys like fucking Temu windshield wipers and then is like "these wipers are fucky sucky" yes Meems its cause you bought it from fuckysucky dot com. Jesus! Ok so

She sat there just trying to start her car over and over again. For like half an hour. No lights would come on, not even flicker. I tried to tell her like hey let's try something else. Do you think she listened to me? No. She is having like 86 panic attacks and listing off every biblical character she can think of while she's trying to start the car over and over. She finally called a family friend and they brought jumper cables.

The battery is in the trunk. The trunk can't be opened because the battery is dead. Could not open the access panel bc it was so awkward to maneuver trying to reach it from the back seat. Family friend googled it and found out theres some battery access nodes under the front hood. and it straight up didnt work. like at all. dashboard lights would flicker on but then right back off. random guy in the parking lot offered 'help' by walking family friend through the steps of what she'd already been doing.

MIL is having a panic attack because the tow truck is going to be $112 and she wants to call "these other cheapy guys in my phone but i cant find it OH OKAY I found it should I call and cancel the other one?" and im like "Meems they are already on the way dont fuckign do that to these people." tow truck pulls up after i finished that sentence. kids stopped playing in the playplace to watch the tow truck lmao.

i finally got home and i was so tired and dehydrated and hungry and my mochi was totally liquid on the inside. god. all i wanted to do was drop off my monitor and go home and play neopets what the fawwwwk

[rcreveal]

The Trouble with a Keen Manager-Ch 4

Ineffable Husband banter as Crowley applies for a job, Aziraphale does a good deed, and Crowley has to find bathing privileges as the extent of his loss of powers (thanks to the new Hellish manager) continues to be revealed.

“You want to hire me!”

The barkeep and owner of the Dirty Donkey looked around the ‘Help Wanted’ sign held in his face by a fist.

The fist and ropey arm were attached to a young bloke with a mop of unkempt red hair to his chin, but nevertheless, glaring at Dave through dark sunglasses with a determined expression under a two day beard. God Almighty, the lad was wearing a great kilt like he was born to it topped with a black leather waistcoat over a black undershirt.

“Why on earth would I want to hire you?” retorted Dave to the kilted apparition.

Which seemed to knock the bloke back, he dropped his head and arm, momentarily despondent.

Dave heard the lad mutter, “Alright, we do this the old fashioned way,” then to Dave with a winning grin, “How about a wager? I manage this horde,” the lad stuck his thumb over his shoulder at a crowd of impending customers, ”And you hire me as your new barkeep?” The cheeky bastard held out his hand.

Dave glanced at the crowd and the hand.

“If you can sort out this lot, you’ve got a deal,” said Dave, shaking the demon’s hand.

While Crowley was engaged over at the Dirty Donkey, Aziraphale closed up his shop for a stroll.  He generally strolled at unplannable intervals, all part of his long term success in not selling books to the public, but this stroll had a specific goal in mind.  Backtracking Crowley’s most recent walk to his shop, Aziraphale soon found the Bentley, parked in the neighborhood, but uncharacteristically bedecked with parking tickets.

Tutting gently from across the street, the angel looked at the sheaf of tickets under the windshield wiper.  A tow truck was just turning down the street with the vintage car in its sights, (the tow truck driver, after running the Bentley’s plates, had found that it wasn’t exactly registered, so he reasoned that it wouldn’t exactly be stealing if he were to tow it away and sell it to the highest bidder of his extensive underground network).  Aziraphale made a little shooing motion at the tow truck before walking across the street and letting himself into the car whereupon the tow truck driver suddenly remembered that the Bentley was very definitely registered and to a feisty gentleman.  He drove on, thinking it would be a good idea to let others in his circle know to leave this car alone.  Raising an eyebrow at the departing tow truck, the angel reached around to gesture at the tickets, evaporating them.

Patting the dash gently, he told the car, “You are under my protection.  I don’t know what Crowley would do if you came to any harm!”  The Bentley’s engine made a purring noise, and one travel sweet popped into existence. “You’re very welcome. Now, don’t tell him I was here!” With that good deed done, Aziraphale let himself out of the Bentley and continued his stroll in the neighborhood.

Dave had to hand it to the rough Scottish stranger, he knew his way around a bar.  The red-haired hellion charmed the old biddies from the Agatha Christie reading group, reminisced with the old gaffers back from their venerable association meetings and trash talked with the blue collar workers coming off their shifts.  Completely ignored the come-ons of the co-eds, serving them with an impenetrable professional calm, while timing his round of clearing up the empties with somehow deflecting a couple of toughs that came in to bother the young ladies.  He made every drink flawlessly and never once missed an order.   All while he made perfect change, mixed drinks and engaged with the public.  The lad was an answered prayer.

After the crush of people had filtered out and even the patron set on getting himself messily drunk had been sent on his way, Dave walked up to the kilted red-head with a look of grudging respect on his face.  

“Alright then, you won the bet fair and square.  You’re hired.” Dave extended a hand to the grinning youngster to shake.   “What’s yer name, lad?”

“Anthony.  Anthony Crowley,” said the young bloke with the unfinished look of one who hasn’t quite filled out into his shoulders, yet. 

“So, Anthony, rules are, you work your whole shift.  You don’t go home with the customers.  No drinking on the job. And I’ll fire you the second I see you do something out of line.  Come back this evening.  And take a bath, lad!  You reek!  The only thing dirty about my pub is the talk!” Dave said.

Combing his hair out of his face with his fingers and scrubbing one cheek with his palm, Anthony admitted, “I’m fair skint at the moment, so I’d appreciate a forward on my wages.”  

Dave reached over to the tip jar, handed it to Anthony, “You earned this today.  Be back here at 5 o'clock.”

Crowley poured the contents of the tip jar into his spog, and waved jauntily at Dave as he headed out the door.

When Crowley arrived back in A. Z. Fell’s Bookshop, he found Aziraphale at his large desk reading a newspaper with a cup of tea at his elbow.

“I thought you were fixing my clothes!” complained Crowley.

Looking over the top of his paper, Aziraphale remarked calmly, “The cleaning agents have to have the proper amount of time to work.  Did you have any luck with that job?”

Grumbling at the indignity of it all, Crowley replied, “Yes.  As a matter of fact I start tonight, but I need a shower.”

Aziraphale raised an eyebrow, eyes back on the newsprint, “Then go back to your place and bathe.”

“They turned the water off at my place,” admitted Crowley.

Aziraphale let the paper fall to his lap.

“And the electricity.  Actually, I had to pick the lock to get in the last time.”

“Crowley!” 

“So it wouldn’t work for me to walk back there, anyway.”

“Walk!  I thought you drove over here.”

“Used my last miracles to drive the Bentley over.  Haven’t been issued any new one’s yet,” replied Crowley.

“You could always use petrol,” Aziraphale said reasonably.

“Put petrol in the Bentley?!?” Crowley said shocked, “Do you have any idea what that would do to her engine?”

“It might make her turn over,” suggested Aziraphale.

“I am not putting petrol in the Bentley and I can’t use my place to shower, anyway, so,” digging around in his spog to a rustle of specie and clink of coinage, Crowley came up with a tuppence which he held up to the angel.  “So I have payment for the use of your facilities.”

Aziraphale folded his paper and crossed his arms.

“My bathing facilities are certainly worth more than a tuppence public bath, Crowley!” 

“How about as much as a Turkish bath?  I’ve got a shilling in here somewhere,” Crowley replied, still digging.

“If you think that I don’t know how much a bath costs at the YMCA, in today’s money, then you had better think again!  You obviously don’t, but I’ll let you walk yourself down there to find out!” 

Crowley recognized that the angel was getting quite perturbed, and as he was Crowley’s best bet to get a bath, he didn’t know why his natural tendency to antagonize the angel was so present today.

“Ok, ok, sorry, sorry!  What do you think is a fair price to use your magnificent bathing facilities?” Crowley oiled.

Aziraphale gave him the look of one who is not to be gotten round that easily.

Then they got down to haggling.

Unfortunately, for Crowley that is, Aziraphale had kept premises for a very long time and not only had a better idea of VAT than the demon, but had paid his bills (on time, of course) as well.  Not only could he calculate the gallons per minute to his bath and cost to heat said bathwater, he could haggle like a Victorian Cockney housewife.

Aziraphale was saying, “That's the absolute best deal in the neighborhood for a week of bathing privileges,” hand out as Crowley counted pound coins into it, ”Now, if you're in need of housing, I've a spare bedroom and I can offer you a reasonable rate of…”

But Crowley snatched the towel out of Aziraphale’s hand and headed to the bath, saying over his shoulder, “I'll kip in my car before I pay you room and board, angel!”

Taking the view that he could clean his underthings and himself most efficiently with the undergarments on,  Crowley lathered up from toes to nose and sluiced off with as much efficiency as possible.  Clean and steaming mad, (he could still regulate his body temperature, so he figured he could dry his clothes that way) he stomped back down the stairs toweling his hair.

“Why do you even have a bed? I thought you said sleeping was inefficient?” Crowley complained to the angel.

“People don't bat an eye at a bookseller who reads books in bed, but they do get curious if I stay up all night in the shop too often,” answered the angel, not to be goaded. “Feeling better?”

“No! I am not feeling better! I'm feeling humiliated having to get a job to be able to do my job!”

“Were you able to think of all the things you’d need to do that ‘job’?” Aziraphale asked politely.

“Yeah,” growled Crowley.

“Well then, write it all down and requisition it. I find that several requests a day can really get your point across.  Do you need any paper?” The angel reached for a spare ledger.“No!  Forms are the only thing I have got in abundance!” unable to bear the angel’s smug looks any longer, Crowley stormed out the door in a flash of dark tartan.

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[alolan-weavile]

I'm about to just. whine a little bit if you'll indulge me. I've had a horrible horrible day.

Firstly, I got ran off the road on the way to work, with both tires going onto the sidewalk while I slammed on the brakes because the dickwad next to me merged into my lane during a two lane left turn. Even with swerving onto the sidewalk I was maybe a 6 inches away from getting hit.

I get to work and truck is not done because my boss has called out Again making 9 straight days of running the store with one other coworker. On top of still having to scan in and put away truck I get a customer in who is irate a new coworker sold him the wrong caliper. I get told to take care of him and in the chaos and his pressuring me I accidentally give him $50 in core change. It was supposed to be a charge but our system didn't let me go back so I just had to go along with it. I also talked to my MIT and said if you're going to be scheduling me for over 40 hours a week I need to either be marked as full time or promoted and I got told he "can't justify that right now" despite me DOING the job of an RPP. I then get told by him to change a battery but someone had stolen our tools so I ended up having to literally buy a set of tools just to finish the battery installation. That's $20 I'm not getting back... Ever.

We were swamped all day and just as it quiets down im helping another customer change his wiper blades when he disappears. I look around and he's standing in the middle of the parking lot with his pants around his ankles peeing. I. hate. It. Here. Finally count down the drawers and the drawer is showing it's missing $50. So not only did it make me refund the core but then said it was actually missing it. Which means I did the transaction correctly and for some reason my POS said to -50 when it should've balanced to zero. So I guess I'll just take the write up for the drawer being -50 at end of day. Then I finally get home and pull out a dash cam I've had for years to get it installed and come to find out it's just completely broken. So now I'll have to get a new one. I'm just so over today and soooo so so over living in this backwards ass hell town.

[cosmo-production]

you ever just make a whole animatic in your head when you're listening to music

here is one of my more recent ones

(This is the song, by the way. Why was it a Dr. Suess show? It did not need to go this hard!?)

this was the song btw

The sequence starts with Neo, Captin 3, Agent 1, and Agent 2, aka Callie and Marie, in this dark room watching over a table monitor of sorts. The camera starts with side profiles of all of them for a few seconds and shifts over their heads to reveal a bunch of internet threads and discourse boards about crimes, fuzzy octolings, kidnapping people, and a few small articles talking about the disappearance of Dedf1sh.

the song rises: "The time for action! A fire we must light!

the agents grab their weapons captain 3 a Splatter Shot Pro and a ranged blaster, neo a Splatana wiper and wellstring V, Callie a custom kraken roller in her colors, same with Marie but a splatter scope; they all suit up and get to work!

the screen just rapidly fires different scenes at us

neo, agent 1 and 2 fighting fuzzy octotrains on the rooftops of inkopolis

neo having a spaltana duel with frye and her Splatana stamper in a dark abandoned building in the dead of night

agent 4 leading a crew of grizzco employees dangerously deep into salamoid turf and the glowing of eye off a maws right behind them

Captain 3 chases a fleeing Agent 8 through the rain. They are evenly matched, and they know it. They are toying with each other, only for 8 to escape on top of the train, photo of Dedf1sh in hand. Captain 3 may be on a mission, but so is 8, and they both know they can't stop the other. AND OH GOD, THE ROMATIC BANTER BETWEEN THEM. OOHHH, BOY!

Marie and 4 to cross paths during a mission/big run only for agent 4 to give them a mean glare for abandoning them

and then we get to the chorus after the "la da da da! la da da da!"

everyone falling into the dark digital void peacefully, somewhat at ease, but tension is still high.

But everything goes wrong when Pearl and Marina spot each other very far away in the dark void of 1 and 0. It just so happens that everyone finally hits the ground, which looks a lot like the floors of the Tower of Order, but that's not the focus. pearl and Marina immediately rush to each other desperately but it seems they cause the ground beneath everyone begin to collapse with each step off the hook takes so it is a race against time as all the agents (plus deep cut for some reason they got no clue what going on) racing to the center as the music swell and get more dramatic the whole world tearing itself apart as pearl and marina try there hardest to reach out to each other and when we hit that final cord a mere second before the two finally hold hand

hard cuts to black

Overlord's eyes fade into frame alongside the title.

SPLATØØN 3

fin

[canis-rex-lupus]

ok everyone. splatoon headcanons for the psychonauts main cast. buckle up its gonna be Detailed.

RAZPUTIN AQUATO

raz would be an octoling i think. he'd start out playing one of the weapons he sees his idols use, but as he finds his own playstyle (i think he'd go for skirmisher personally, he'd like to be in the front lines with all the action) i think he'd play something that's more *him*, something snappy and fast with lots of opportunity for movement. i think dark tetra dualies would suit him. the rolling mechanic mirrors how he implements his circus upbringing in the way he uses his psychic powers and i think he'd be big on trying to do sick team wipeouts with the reefslider.

he'd focus on ranked battles and rank up REALLY fast - he'd be in X battle in no time. as for abilities i think he'd use a lot of offensive/movement based stuff like intensify action/swim or run speed up etc etc. when he first starts out he makes a lot of mistakes like tunneling when matches get heated but he'd be diligent about watching match replays and improving. he does a good job of synergizing and keeping the team in check when he gets the hang of things. he'd make a lot of gutsy moves that win the match in those very last few seconds, always snatching victory from the jaws of defeat. his favorite mode would be clam blitz. he'd decorate his locker with items you earn from playing like the big run statues or the stickers you get by weapon freshness, and he'd plaster it with a ton of stickers he thinks are cool. you think it would look bad but it turns out to nail the cluttercore look pretty well?

LILI ZANOTTO

lili would be an octoling, frontline slayer, and most DEFINITELY play a splatana wiper. she antagonizes people with the torpedoes and gets the SICKEST trick shot splats with charged splatana shots and well timed ultra stamp throws. she could hit you from a mile away without even trying. she'd run a comp that's just as cool and fun as it is killer. intensify action, drop roller, maybe something REALLY nasty like respawn punisher. ink resistance and sub defense so nothing gets in her way. she's really good but aggressive and tends to tilt a lot, throwing her off her groove and losing her a lot of matches, which i think she'd be a little too hard on herself about. despite this she'd be S+ rank having played pretty much her whole life and her favorite mode would be turf war or rainmaker. she'd have a pretty cool locker too - it would have hard to get stuff like the bear ears from the secret story mode level and a golden big run statue, but be put together in a more thoughtful way than raz with additional items just for style.

SASHA NEIN

sasha would be an inkling. since he values control i think he'd play a backliner - he'd have the patience for a charger like the e-liter, and the steadiest aim you've ever seen. he'd have a lot of sensible but boring abilities like ink savers and sub power and all that. overall prioritizes function over flashiness. he'd use his long range to keep control of the goal area and pick off enemies, keeping the rest of the team safe. he'd be very strategic about when and where he moves, when to shoot or when to hold back, when to use his special, etc etc. he pushes raz to do the same but he's far too impatient to really master it like sasha does. he's X rank and his favorite mode is splat zones. he doesn't decorate his locker much, but maybe he'd at least have a picture of him and milla in there or some cool scifi thingies with lights for the ambiance.

MILLA VODELLO

milla is an octoling and plays midliner support! she likes painting more than fighting, and likes playing fun weapons that can cover lots of ground like custom jr, inkbrush, or big swig roller - i think she switches it up instead of having one signature weapon. they're all just so much fun! she'd have ink recovery, sub saver, all that good stuff so she can paint the whole stage and earn her team the upper hand while the enemy's distracted fighting. definitely prioritizes the team win over getting the most splats or points or whatever - she'd be sure to emphasize the importance of being a team player to morry or lili, who might tend to be selfish in their playstyle without the reminder. morry definitely needs said reminder frequently. she's X rank and i think she'd like turf war the best. can't go wrong with the classics! her locker is THE cutest. she has the pink one obvy. her decorations are color coordinated and well placed, and she spends a lot of time trying out new layouts for it.

MORCEAU OLEANDER

he's an inkling. morry plays something big, heavy, and DEADLY. he could really get into the hydra splatling i think - he'd think booyah bomb is the best special of all time. he prioritizes getting splats over everything, even when he's the only one left alive and all four of the enemy team is on him. he just never thinks to retreat. he definitely doesn't make... the smartest plays. hence milla having to remind him to be more team oriented instead of constantly rushing to the other team to try to fight them on your own morry the hydra is a backliner we talked about this!!

hed be the type to not really internalize constructive criticism from teammates. yeah yeah whatever. he DOES get a lot of kills but at the expense of abandoning the actual goal of the game - it's probably resulted in a LOT of very close losses. he'd tilt a lot too, like lili. he's probably only A or S rank, and has league points waaayyy in the negative. his favorite mode is rainmaker, but he likes salmon run a lot too. it's fun to take down all those big nasty fish. he'd have no sense of design tbh his locker would be a little ugly LMAO

FORD CRULLER

ford would be an inkling, and a jack of all trades. him and each of his alters would have their own playstyle and favorite weapons. i'll just talk about agent cruller for now - i think he'd be a support but so practiced with his weapon he can and DOES use it like a slayer when the need arises - maybe undercover brella. he'd know all the best spots to put ink mines and he could show raz the best way to use his reefslider :) i think he'd use his ability slots to play to the strengths of his weapons and enhance them - for the brella, that would mean ink savers, special charge, and sub power. a lot of people would be confused that legendary psychonaut ford cruller would go with something as mid-tier as an undercover brella, but i think the way he uses it represents him well - it seems like it wouldn't get the job done but it's reliable if you give it a chance. sound familiar?

ford was the best player of the whole gang in his prime, and he's still a BEAST at it - he just slips up a little more often. he'd still have a lifetime's worth of knowledge and cool tricks though; i think he would've taught raz a lot of the important fundamental stuff as he was starting out, and if you really looked you could see echoes of ford in how raz plays. he's X rank of course, and his favorite mode is tower control. his locker would look disorganized to the uninitiated, but each section belongs to an alter so they all have a chance to decorate.

CALIGOSTO LOBOTO

cal is an octoling, and switches up his weapons ALL the time. i think he'd favor some really niche ones like bloblobber. he'd be pretty all over the place with his playstyle, having similar issues to morry in having no strategy. he probably doesn't think to practice much or familiarize himself with the limitations of his weapons, so when things get heated he either just throws caution to the wind and shoots without purpose. he doesn't think too hard about his ability comp - his outfit probably looks super silly, actually. silly in a cute way though. he'd wear something colorful, and maybe all the patterns wouldn't quite go together, but he's happy with it. he'd rely on stuff like ninja squid and quick respawn to make up for how flawed his strategy (or lack thereof) is. he'd shark a lot to get surprise splats.

he'd blame just about anything under the sun before he admits it's flawed though. this weapon is just no good, that other team was way higher level anyway, they weren't playing fair, so on and so forth. i think he'd get defensive at criticism -- he takes it very personally. in his eyes, being told about all the ways he could improve is the same as being told he's bad. it takes a lot of coaxing to get him to practice more and learn to admit his own mistakes. he might not even bother with competitive, but if he did he'd be pretty low rank. C or maybe B at best. both because he hasn't been playing for long and he's at a low-ish skill level. his favorite mode would be salmon run cause it's less competitive AND he loves to see the salmonids he thinks they're cool. his locker is a huge mess and has at least one of those furbies or the zapfish plush in it. i have a LOT more to say about cal but for the sake of post length i will save it for later.

this is all i will cover for now BUT..... i have so much more in me i could probably eventually cover the whole cast. for example how gristol malik would use the gold aerospray and be the most annoying player known to man. but i savr those foorrr... next time maybe this is already very very long. thank u for reading 😋

[ashenberry]

[ID: The first image is a digital illustration of an octoling in the brown cape neo agent 3 is seen wearing during the customization. They are wearing worn blu shift moto boots, have a splatana wiper behind them, and have their hair up in a ponytail in such a way that the white underside is facing up and the color part is underneath. they have magenta eyes.

the second image is a sketch of a comic between Captain 3 and Neo 3 Panel 1: Captain ask's neo, "whats smallyfryes name" Panel 2: Smallfry jumps down from neo's backpack. Neo puts their hand out and pspsp's at small fry Panel 3: Small fry starts hacking like a cat with a hairball Panel 4: Small fry sticks his tounge out with a rolled up peice of paper on it Panel 5: Neo holds out presumably small fry's birth certificate, with the name, "hjadshduiadjh" Panel 6: Captain holds it crying and says, "literally the most beautiful name for a child, ty.

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decided to mess w/ my neo design :3

[gloogapropaganda]

Some thoughts on the new Sizzle Season 2023 trailer! May end up being a series of posts, but for now I want to discuss some of my observations regarding potential kits for the upcoming weapons.

Currently, I don't see anything that may indicate specials for these weapons but we can glean some ideas for their sub weapons based on the ink tanks!

First up is the all new Painbrush. Whatever sub this thing has, it uses a lot of ink. The red line is definitely at least at 70% or more which means it could be Splat Bomb, Suction Bomb, Curling Bomb (all 70%) or Squid Beakon (75%) but I'm leaning towards one of the bombs. Hard to say which it may be though, considering there's no meta yet on how this weapon plays.

Next is the S-Blast '92. The sub line is very clearly one tick above half, putting it at 60%. This gives us the possibility of Ink Mine, Toxic Mist, Splash Wall, Sprinkler, or Fizzy Bomb. Since this is a blaster with potential for short and long range, I think Toxic Mist or Splash Wall are the most likely candidates.

During the Foggy Notion segment we can see the pig-tail Inkling in red using the Annaki Splattershot Nova although it's very hard to make out the lines on the ink tank. To me it looks like the sub line is roughly half way, however there are no subs with an ink consumption of exactly 50%. If it's slightly over, it's Auto Bomb (55%) and if it's slightly lower then it's Burst Bomb (45%). Point Sensor is also a 45% sub but since the base Nova has that, it can't be it.

The Extreme Jump Battle segment gives a fairly clear view of the Splatana Wiper Deco's ink tank and I am almost certain it is Squid Beakon. If not, see the Painbrush's potential subs.

Beyond that, the Custom Dualie Squelcher's ink tank is barely visible and I can't make out anything on it in the few frames its on screen. The Tetra Lights are impossible to see. The rest are not shown.

I'm very eager to see the official kits for these weapons and how many I guessed accurately. What do you guys think?

[gloryundimmed]

' so wha's under th' hood, babe? is it all kitted out or wha'ever? i dunno anythin' 'bout this stuff. ' he still pokes his nose in, fidgeting with a wire or a tube in an attempt to figure out what it was for. wiper...fluid? where's the compartment for it? so many questions, he conjured a little mote of light so he could see things better. ' like...is tha' big thing in th' corner over there a battery or somethin'? ' / was thinking about them doing car stuff again unu

Perhaps showing the decked out parts of his car to Loux may be lost on him, but the hitman still showed it to his boyfriend with pride. "Oh please babe, ya bet your dick she's kitted out! This motor here is the 429 Thunderjet . She kicks the ass at 360 horsepower with a fuel injected engine and has been through her fair share of drag races. If ya treat 'er nice and give 'er a nice tunin' every once in a while, she'll take ya to the ends of the earth!"

He closed the hood with a slam and pointed out some other features of the car. "I've got bulletproof glass in the windows an' reinforced tires just in case someone is shootin' at me. I'm sure you've seen the custom hidden compartments in the trunk I made m'self where I keep all my guns an' shit. Her official kind is a 1969 Ford Thunderbird Landau Coupe. Isn't she pretty? I just waxed an' buffed 'er last week." Kai stroked the black gloss fondly, auric eyes filled with love.

"Jus' look at the way she captures the light, babe."

[catcake24]

ROTTMNT x Splatoon AU

Okay so since I’m not planning on doing much with this au, I’m gonna share my notes on it and hope people like the ideas lol

Ideas

- in this universe, the turtles were created as one of Tartar’s unethical expiraments. He kidnapped an octoling who made his way into the deep sea metro, and used his dna and primordial ooze to mutate baby turtles he found. The ooze in this universe has Yokai subjects in it as well as the other life found, making it the ultimate life sludge.

- The octoling, Hamato Yoshi, was one of the neutral octarians who fell into the underground on accident. When he was used for this expirament, he was able to escape in the middle of it - and took the turtles with him. He found a way to the surface, but died from his injuries.

- This is where it gets fuzzy, but the the turtles have their specific names from Tartar who named his subjects after humans, and they end up separated somehow.

- Donnie and Raph end up in Octo Canyon, living among Octarians. Donnie became fascinated with their technology, and became very proficient in it. Both of them end up in the Octarian military for a time, with Donnie even being in the Wasabi unit for a time but end up leaving after learning they have brothers somewhere and what exactly the octarians are planning to do.

- Leo and Mikey were raised in Splatsville on the other hand, and got caught up in the turf war craze. They were raised by the owner of a dojo (Splinter) who they are somewhat close with

- Mikey is a well known graffiti artist, while Leo makes a living off of participating in turf wars and anarchy matches.

- The brothers eventually reunite, at about ages 10( Mikey), 12(Donnie and Leo), and 14(Raph).

- April in this universe was an octoling who escaped with Donnie and Raph, and is living with them right now. She’s like family to them, and is very into turf wars and especially anarchy matches.

Yokai

- they aren’t all dead in this universe, but most who lived with humans are.

- There are ones who live among the surface now, since what’s considered normal is WAY BIGGER than before, but there are still mammalian Yokai who live underground since all normal mammals went extinct

Turtles

- They are part inkfish instead of part human, but since we have the psychic crystals in Splatoon canon those are part of why they look so human.

- Them coming from the primordial ooze kind of messes them up once they find out, since. It was made from ground up people.

- Because they are part inkfish, they can swim in ink and have their own turtle swim form.

- They have access to specials through their ninpo - after they find out it’s a different force than what normal inkfish use they can be a bit more creative with it and change specials easier but they all have their preferences

- Leo uses Splatana and Tri Stringers (reference to previous Leo’s who use bow and arrows). His favourite is a Splatana Wiper. ((Donnie’s custom version of it is closer to an actual blade which can launch large slashes of ink.)) he also likes shooters, and is the insane player who plays a tristringer aggressively.

- Donnie made his own custom weapon, as he makes those in this universe and is friends/rivals with Sheldon, which is a combination of a brella and a charger. He prefers Chargers and Brushes in matches though, since he can’t use his custom weapon.

- Mikey uses Sloshers more, but also likes shooters. His main weapon is the tri slosher. He is fine with almost anything actually.

- Raph’s favourite weapon is mostly his fists, but in matches he uses Splatlings (since he can carry them easier) and shooters (short range high damage like his normal weapons).

- also as a visual thing, when they change ink colours their body marks also change colour! (So Leo’s stripes change colour, Same with Mikey’s spots, etc.)

Plot ideas

- Basically the fight that happened in Rottmnt with shredder is an ancient event in this story, and it was interrupted and never concluded leaving the world in somewhat of a lurch since shredder isn’t dead but he’s in a coma and buried under tons and tons of rock somewhere.

- So the Hamatos spirits reached out to a small clan of inkfish in the future to help them and create the lineage anew. This eventually leads to Yoshi and Splinter, who are brothers in this universe making Splinter their adoptive dad and biological uncle.

- So the turtles + April find out almost last minute, like in the show, and want to help fight this fight.

- And events eventually turn out very similar to finale with the shredder, with the major difference being that it’s in the ruins of Kamabo Co instead of in the hidden city.

- Not very deep plot. Until the New Squidbeak Splatoon get involved during the whole… Inkopolis battle city situation with the Yokai and then are allied with the turtles during the Kraang situation.

The Agents/ New Squidbeak Splatoon

- okay so the agents aren’t very relevant here, but I imagine they become antagonists/rivals and eventually allies to the Turtles after realizing they are on the same side.

Any extra ideas will be posted as reblogs to this post :)

[wolfontheloose]

|| Bastien & Ryden ||

There was really no middle ground with the Den. It was either slow as frozen over hell, barely a few patrons dropping by, making the evening drag on or it was bustling, so much so that even if all hands were on deck, its staff was barely hanging on. Ryden had been its manager for more than two years now, maybe even considerably more than that but time was fake and the werewolf man didn’t like to think of its comings and goings. He now existed within its chaos naturally, becoming a part of the problem himself along with the pack he was a part of, who were the majority of the pub’s customers. 

The man at the managerial position in this very respectable but definitely not looking like it establishment was whatever was required of him on the day - cleaner, bartender, host, bouncer, performer, waiter, table wiper, clogged toilet fixer, cook, delivery man, garbage disposal, handyman, unwilling personal problems dump… You name it, Ryden did what anyone else would rather not, just like within the pack. Because that was what the Den was mostly full of - wolves. 

Having just played host to some rarer patrons who were pack but either due to work or family affairs were too occupied to be regulars - it wasn’t unusual for Ryden to make rounds around the pub, approaching each table to say hello, catch up and check up on the people occupying it - the alpha wolf made his way back to the bar to resume what was his actual work; bartending. Everyone was mostly settled for the night, already on at least their second drink, so latecomers were not expected though there were always exceptions of course. One such exception seemed to have just walked in and a quick glance made him appear very familiar to Ryden but the wolf couldn’t quite point a finger at it. It was a familiarity between having seen someone before in the passing and the person looking a little like someone else you knew. 

Before Ryden could think on it more, his attention was captured by someone else, a group of wolves who weren’t quite done having a chat with Ryden hovering around their table spot.

@bashbaudelaire

[bukmarkmedia]

Affordable Car Repairs: How to Keep Your Vehicle Running Smoothly Without Breaking the Bank

Car repairs are an inevitable part of vehicle ownership, but they don’t always have to be expensive. Whether it’s a minor fix or a more significant repair, there are ways to keep costs down without compromising on quality. In this guide, we’ll explore tips and strategies for affordable car repairs that will help you maintain your vehicle while sticking to your budget.

Why Affordable Car Repairs Matter

Regular maintenance and timely repairs are essential to ensure your car stays in good working condition. However, many people delay repairs due to the fear of high costs. Neglecting small issues can lead to bigger, more expensive problems down the road. By focusing on affordable car repairs, you can:

Prevent Costly Breakdowns: Fixing minor issues before they escalate can save you from expensive repairs later.

Maintain Safety: A well-maintained car is safer to drive, reducing the risk of accidents caused by faulty components.

Extend the Life of Your Vehicle: Regular and affordable car repairs can keep your car running longer and more efficiently.

Tips for Affordable Car Repairs

1. DIY Repairs for Small Issues

For minor repairs and maintenance tasks, you can save money by doing them yourself. Simple tasks like replacing air filters, wiper blades, or even changing the oil can be done with basic tools and some guidance. There are plenty of online tutorials and videos that can walk you through these processes, saving you both the cost of labor and a trip to the mechanic.

2. Use Aftermarket Parts

When a part in your car needs replacing, you have two options: genuine parts or aftermarket parts. Genuine parts come directly from the car manufacturer and tend to be more expensive, while aftermarket parts are made by third-party manufacturers. Aftermarket parts are usually more affordable and, in many cases, perform just as well as genuine parts. Always ensure that the aftermarket part is compatible with your car to avoid any issues.

3. Compare Quotes from Different Garages

Not all repair shops charge the same prices for similar services. Before committing to a repair, get quotes from multiple garages. Look for independent repair shops rather than dealerships, as they often charge lower rates for labor. Make sure to ask for a detailed breakdown of costs to understand what you’re paying for and avoid hidden charges.

4. Utilize Warranty or Insurance

If your car is still under warranty, some repairs may be covered by the manufacturer. Make sure to check the warranty details before paying for any repairs. Additionally, some car insurance policies offer coverage for mechanical breakdowns or specific repairs. It’s always a good idea to review your policy and see if the repair costs can be minimized through coverage.

5. Prioritize Essential Repairs

If you’re dealing with multiple issues and need to prioritize, focus on repairs that impact safety and functionality first. Problems with brakes, tires, or engine components should always be addressed immediately, as they directly affect the safety of the vehicle. Less urgent repairs like cosmetic damage can often be postponed until it’s more convenient or affordable to fix.

6. Look for Discounts and Coupons

Many garages and auto repair shops offer discounts or seasonal promotions. Check online for coupons or special deals before booking a service. Some shops may also offer loyalty programs or discounts for regular customers, so it’s worth asking about any available offers that can help reduce the cost.

7. Regular Maintenance to Avoid Major Repairs

Preventative maintenance is one of the best ways to avoid costly repairs. Regular oil changes, tire rotations, and brake inspections can help you catch potential problems early on. These smaller, more affordable services can prevent major issues from developing and save you significant amounts of money in the long run.

8. Buy Parts Online

Sometimes, car parts sold directly by garages are marked up. If you’re comfortable with it, buying parts online from reputable sellers can save you a considerable amount. Just make sure to order parts from trusted websites and ensure they’re compatible with your vehicle’s make and model. Once you’ve bought the part, you can either install it yourself or take it to a garage for fitting.

Common Affordable Car Repairs

Here are some common repairs that are typically affordable and can help maintain the health of your vehicle:

Brake Pads Replacement: Worn brake pads can cause damage to your rotors if left unchecked. Replacing brake pads early is much cheaper than dealing with extensive brake repairs later.

Oil Change: Regular oil changes are crucial for keeping your engine running smoothly and can be done affordably, especially if you opt for an independent garage or DIY.

Battery Replacement: A car battery replacement is relatively inexpensive and can save you from being stranded on the road. Always check your battery’s health regularly.

Tire Rotation and Balancing: Keeping your tires in good condition through regular rotation and balancing helps them wear evenly, reducing the likelihood of more expensive tire replacements.

Spark Plug Replacement: Faulty spark plugs can affect your car’s engine performance and fuel efficiency. Replacing them is a simple, low-cost fix.

Final Thoughts

Car repairs don’t have to drain your wallet. By staying proactive and informed, you can find affordable options that keep your vehicle in top condition. Whether it’s through DIY repairs, shopping around for the best prices, or opting for aftermarket parts, there are many ways to save money without compromising the quality or safety of your car.

[southgatetravels]

Exploring Trivandrum with Self-Drive Car Rentals: A Guide to Freedom on the Road

Trivandrum, the capital city of Kerala, is a delightful blend of historical charm, cultural richness, and natural beauty. From its stunning beaches to lush green landscapes and historical landmarks, Trivandrum has something to offer every traveler. One of the best ways to explore this vibrant city and its surrounding attractions is through a self drive car rental trivandrum. In this blog, we’ll discuss the benefits of self-drive car rentals, popular destinations to visit, and tips for a smooth driving experience in Trivandrum.

Why Choose Self-Drive Car Rentals in Trivandrum?

Complete Freedom and Flexibility

With a self-drive car, you have the freedom to plan your itinerary according to your preferences. You can set your own schedule, make spontaneous stops, and explore hidden gems without being restricted by public transport schedules or taxi availability.

Comfort and Convenience

Traveling in a rented car ensures comfort, especially during long journeys. You can relax in your own space, listen to your favorite music, and take breaks whenever you want. Plus, it’s more convenient when traveling with family or friends.

Explore Offbeat Locations

Trivandrum is surrounded by beautiful destinations that are often overlooked by tourists. A self-drive car allows you to venture beyond the city limits and explore offbeat locations like Ponmudi, Agasthyakoodam, and the serene beaches of Kovalam and Varkala.

Ideal for Business Travelers

For those traveling for business, self-drive rentals offer a level of professionalism and privacy. You can move from one meeting to another without relying on taxis or rideshares.

Popular Destinations to Explore in and Around Trivandrum

Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple

A visit to Trivandrum wouldn’t be complete without exploring the iconic Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple. Renowned for its stunning architecture and rich history, this temple is one of the most important pilgrimage sites in India. Parking facilities are available nearby, making it easy for self-drive visitors.

Kovalam Beach

Just a short drive from the city, Kovalam Beach is a popular tourist destination known for its stunning shoreline, vibrant nightlife, and water sports activities. Whether you want to relax on the beach or indulge in some adventurous activities, Kovalam has it all.

Napier Museum and Zoo

The Napier Museum, with its unique architectural style, houses an impressive collection of artifacts, including traditional Kerala art and historical pieces. Right next door is the Thiruvananthapuram Zoo, which is home to a variety of animal species and a great spot for families.

Ponmudi

A scenic hill station located about 55 kilometers from Trivandrum, Ponmudi is perfect for a day trip. The winding roads leading to Ponmudi offer breathtaking views, and once you arrive, you can enjoy trekking, nature walks, and panoramic vistas.

Varkala Beach

Known for its cliffs and stunning views, Varkala Beach is another must-visit destination. It’s about an hour’s drive from Trivandrum and is famous for its laid-back atmosphere, Ayurvedic treatments, and stunning sunsets.

Tips for a Smooth Self-Drive Experience in Trivandrum

Choose the Right Car Rental Service

Select a reputable car rental service that offers a diverse fleet of well-maintained vehicles. Look for customer reviews and ratings to ensure you’re choosing a reliable provider.

Understand the Traffic Rules

Familiarize yourself with the local traffic rules and regulations. Traffic in Trivandrum can be busy, especially during peak hours, so it’s essential to drive cautiously and be aware of your surroundings.

Plan Your Route

Before hitting the road, plan your route using navigation apps like Google Maps. This will help you avoid getting lost and find the best routes to your destinations.

Check Vehicle Condition

Before driving off, inspect the rental car for any existing damage and ensure all features (like lights, wipers, and brakes) are functioning correctly. Report any issues to the rental company.

Stay Hydrated and Take Breaks

If you’re planning a long drive, ensure you stay hydrated and take breaks to stretch and rest. This will help keep you alert and make your journey more enjoyable.

Why Choose Southgate Travels for Self-Drive Car Rentals in Trivandrum?

When it comes to self-drive car rentals in Trivandrum, Southgate Travels stands out as a trusted provider. Here’s why you should consider them:

Diverse Fleet of Vehicles

Southgate Travels offers a wide range of vehicles to suit every traveler’s needs, from compact cars for city driving to SUVs for longer trips.

Competitive Pricing

Enjoy affordable rates with transparent pricing, ensuring no hidden fees or surprises when returning the vehicle.

Excellent Customer Service

Their team is dedicated to providing exceptional customer service, assisting you with any questions or concerns throughout your rental experience.

Well-Maintained Cars

All vehicles are regularly serviced and maintained, ensuring a safe and reliable driving experience.

Easy Booking Process

Booking a self-drive car with Southgate Travels is simple and convenient, whether you prefer to book online or over the phone.

Conclusion

Renting a self-drive car in Trivandrum is an excellent way to explore the city and its surroundings at your own pace. With the freedom to choose your itinerary and the comfort of having your own space, you can make the most of your visit to this beautiful part of Kerala.

For a hassle-free car rental experience, consider choosing Southgate Travels. Their wide selection of vehicles, competitive pricing, and excellent customer service will ensure that your journey through Trivandrum is smooth, enjoyable, and memorable.

So gear up, hit the road, and discover the charm of Trivandrum and its beautiful surroundings with the convenience of a self-drive car rental!