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drefear · 6 months ago

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Major in English, Minor in Criminology

Murderer!Miguel x Journalist!Reader

TW: smut, cursing, Miguel is a bit of a creep and a dick. Murder, violence, rough sex, light BDSM and squirting, manipulation, voyeurism, probably other shit, he's a fucking murderer.

This is where your English degree got you.

Tied up in someone’s… garage? Basement? Storage container? You didn’t really know, since you just woke up here. How long has it been since you’d seen sunlight? Your skin felt sticky and filthy from the sweat and grime on you.

This all started because you, a reporter, wanted to get into more serious reporting instead of stupid “Dairy Queen Price Changes,” or whatever you were supposed to be doing. You instead begged your boss to do something more dangerous and cutting edge, which would be the murder happening near the library in your town. You’d been going there to take notes about the crimes when someone grabbed you from behind and hit you with a heavy, lead pipe.

And you woke up here.

The door is metal and the walls are concrete, with a toilet and a sink, and a wrought iron bed bolted to the ground. There’s a slot in the metal door, and there’s blood stains all over. The sheets of the bed, the sink, the floor by the single window that’s been covered from the outside.

You’ve woken up a few times and can only assume it’s been four days. You’ve flipped your pants inside out and used your blazer as a blanket by now, trying to use your resources to at least be slightly less uncomfortable. Even your throat feels raw and gross, having not spoken since the day you got here.

Suddenly, the slot opens and food slides through before you sigh.

“Thank you…” you speak quietly and the slot opens again, sliding through a bottle of water… with tape on the top of the bottle instead of a cap.

“Did…” you begin to yell, “did you drug this?”

A laugh is all you hear through the cracks of the slot and you sigh again. If you were any less sane, you’d think the laugh was sexy and raspy, but at this point, you’re sure you’re just deprived from human contact.

Completely dehydrated and starved since you are basically getting nothing here, you gulp down the bottle of water in no time and begin to scarf down chicken nuggets like it’s no one’s business.

“Um… excuse me?” You call out, with no success. “Can- is there any way I can take a shower?” Another laugh roared through the door and echoed in the room as you bit your bottom lip.

‘Don’t cry, don’t cry.’ Your mind played that mantra over and over until you were strong enough to not cry.

The next day, or so you thought, you woke up stiff and dehydrated once more as you heard another meal slide through the door slot, but you ignored it. You were beginning to hope for death, maybe die of starvation or dehydration instead of giving him the satisfaction of killing you himself.

A grunt made you perk up and you turned towards the slot to see two eyes peering at you in the humid, uncomfortable darkness. A chill went down your spin as his eyes looked red in the dark lighting, like two lasers, and you squeezed your eyes shut.

‘You’re just hallucinating, it’s ok. It’s not real.’

A second water bottle sliding through the slot made you look back to see the eyes once more, just blankly staring.

You slowly moved to grab the two waters and back away, like a small animal trying to escape a large predator.

As you retreat and knock against the iron bed frame, you calm down and think to yourself, ‘I win this round… but what happens when I lose?’

Your conscious wrestles with itself while you nibble on the empanadas he gave you, and shiver on the cold floor. A second goes by before you lock eyes with the man on the other side of the door once more, feeling them first before you gazed back at him. A beat passes before something else slides through the slot. You pick it up and realize it's a thin sheet. Did he know you felt cold? Did he see you shivering?

You covered yourself with the paper-like blanket and sat in silence as he closed the slot, leaving you once again with your thoughts. Why was he being nice?

Hours later and you could hear him walking around, heavy footsteps across the door. Were you… In his house? You tried to map out a few rooms from where you could hear things echoing before you heard what sounded like a refrigerator opening.

“Hello?” You called out and all sounds of movement seized. “Can I have more water?”

A few footsteps came closer to the door, but nothing came. “Please?”

The sound of him walking away was all you could hear before you huffed and pouted. The hot and cold moods were annoying, and you were literally being held captive! You pushed the slot open a bit and saw a bottle of water, open, sitting a few inches from the slot. He was playing games with you.

A grumble pasted your lips as you wiggled your hand through the slot and tried to grab the water, despite it feeling like your hand may get stuck. As you made a swipe at the bottle, it toppled over and spilled away from you. Laughter filled the room as you realized he had been watching, and you tugged your hand through with rough pull, scraping the top and giving yourself a scratch. You slumped your shoulders as he was still chuckling and sat on the bed, no longer interested in his games.

The next day was the same, he shoved the food in with the water, but you again didn’t move. You have no energy or attraction to his schemes to play with you like a puppet. A grunt made you turn towards the slot and red eyes looked back at you, but you shoved the finger into the sliver of light and turned back to the wall.

A few hours later, you sat with your knees tucked to your chest when through the cracks, you heard the voice once more. The rumble of a groan and yawn is all you heard before the door swung open and a large silhouette stood before you, almost reaching the top of the door frame. His big arms held where his head almost hit and you realized that you were in bigger trouble than you previously thought. Most killers were scrawny or at least normal sized, using weapons to kill.

This man was a monster!

You were confident that he could use his bare hands to kill you.

His red eyes glared towards your cowering body as he began to close in towards you. Of course, with your luck, you were already sitting in the far corner of your “bed” as he latched a hand around your bicep and jerked you towards him. Tears pricked your eyes as he turned you around and forced you to bed over on the bed. You felt him begin to tie your hands together with a brittle rope, biting into your wrists with the roughness, and squeezed your eyes shut.

“You’ll take a shower and I’ll watch.” He said, with the same sexy rasp you thought you’d hallucinated. His words sunk in and your eyes popped open like a champagne cork. “Really?” You perked up and smiled a bit. A shower! It’s what you really wanted, but a second passed and another thought about what he just said made you look down. “You’re going to watch me?”

“Can’t let you escape because I was dumb enough to leave you alone in my bathroom.” He answered and pulled you up, practically carrying you out the metal door.

You looked around and saw the cozy insides of a house, pictures on the wall, a centerpiece sitting on the dining room table. He even had the tv on in the living room, a soccer game playing. He was keeping you in his home.

You looked back at him and saw something else now.

He was fucking gorgeous.

The fullness of his lips, the high cheekbones, his tousled and messy brown hair, and deep olive skin… He was basically perfect. You tried not to look so obvious, but you couldn’t help the blush creeping up your neck.

Of course you would be turned on by your kidnapper.

He readjusted you in his arms and basically tossed you over his shoulder, which made you let out a small, helpless squeak, to which he chuckled. You felt something hit you in the back of the head and realized it was the door frame.

That’s how large he is.

You sighed as he sat you on the counter and you looked around as he started the bathtub. The countertops were all bare, and he had no shower shelves or anything to put any bottles or soap bars on. There were three containers sitting next to you: shampoo, conditioner, and body wash. Your brows furrowed as you looked back at him, now staring at you were vacant eyes. He was completely unreadable as he looked down at your clothing and then back up at you. Following his line of sight, you looked down and saw he was just looking at your shirt.

Then it made sense.

“You… you’re going to take my shirt off?”

“I have other clothing for you to wear, but I’m going to cut it off you.” He concluded and when you were about to protest when his eyes darkened while he held a knife. Suddenly seeing your kidnapper holding a knife so close to you made your jaw lock and your throat go bone dry. Your heart rate quickened as he tugged you closer to him and pushed the tip of the blade under the fabric, slicing towards himself. Your eyes focused on his face and you saw how concentrated he was on his knife on you. You stayed as still as possible to avoid him possibly nicking you, and soon the shirt was torn through and you were in your bra. He looked like he was thinking hard as he looked at your bra. The silence was heavy as he just watched you, your chest heaving up and down from the anxiety beginning to really take hold. His lips pursed before he spoke.

“Why were you at the library that night?” His voice almost surprised you from how quiet the room was, and you hesitated before you answered.

“I am- I was reporting the murders.” You corrected yourself as he moved the knife towards your cleavage before you leaned away. “Wait-! The straps are removable… so you don’t have to ruin it. You can just unhook it and then unclip the straps.” You pleaded and he just blew a stray strand of brown hair from his eyes. He relented without a word and started unclasping your straps, continuing to question you.

“So just to get this straight, you went alone and unarmed to the scene where a murderer was finding his victims knowingly?”

You looked at the ground, ashamed. “Well when you put it that way, I sound stupid.”

“You are stupid.” He announced and you bite your tongue, seeing as he was a knife-wielding murderer and you liked your blood inside your body. As he continued to unhook your bra, the cups fell off of your body and your breasts were free. He stared, briefly in awe, before he got back to cutting off the rest of your clothing.

Once you were naked, he just picked you up and placed you into the water before wetting your hair and starting to massage shampoo onto your head. Before you could stop yourself, you blurted out a question you’d been thinking of all day.

“Why haven’t you killed me yet?” You asked and he froze, then sighing and continuing to clean your hair.

“I don’t kill women. I kill men who like to assault or hurt women and children.” He grumbled and you stirred in your thoughts before asking more.

“…Oh.” Is all you could say. He frowned deeply as he began rinsing out your hair. “So… why murder them? Why not report them?”

“Tried that… cops don’t do shit.” He answered and you just nodded, noticing how he was getting more and more sour. “It… started with my mom. I just hate how these guys beat women and then get away with it.” He continued, and your heart strings were suddenly vibrating with empathy.

“So why are you still keeping me here?”

“There’s a few reasons. You know I’m a murderer, you’re being held in a small room in my house, and I hit you over the head with a fuckin’ pipe. I wasn’t expecting you to skip out of here, thanking me for the fun adventure, and promising not to call the fuckin police.” He retorted and you could understand that, which was alarming since you were agreeing with your captor and a murderer. “But the biggest reason is, you weren’t my original target.” Silence fell over you two once more, but this time, it was comfortable… not heavy, but comforting. There was understanding in the air as you thought for a second. You decided to ask the most logical question after being lost in your own head.

“Who was your target?”

His mouth closed to a scowl as he poured conditioner into his large palm and moved to rub it into your hair. When it was obvious he wasn’t answering, you sunk into the water a bit more and closed your eyes while you just enjoyed the way he massaged your scalp.

You knew this was wrong for a thousand, million reasons. Or maybe one reason, but a big ass reason.

He’s a fucking serial killer.

But you couldn’t help it, for a weird reason. The way his forearms looked as they massage your scalp in the bathroom mirror made you want to bite them, to drag your fingertips across the tense, veiny skin. This man was doing things for you that you couldn’t have predicted. And for some reason, the fact that he didn’t mean to hurt you was a huge turn on, that he was targeting men who had previously hurt others or done terrible things. You ignored the fact that you might have Stockholm syndrome and directed your thoughts back to the way his biceps flexed in the fogged reflection. Maybe it was how the hot water made your brain hazy with seductive images of you under him, but the droplets on your skin dripped in a way that had you getting wet beneath the water.

“Hello?” His voice made you jump a bit, the water sloshing up against the side of the tub and soaking his shirt. “Were you even listening?”

“Yes, absolutely!” You lied, but he didn’t look convinced. His eyes canned your face and you knew that you looked flushed, so you did what anyone embarrassed of their thoughts would do and turned your face so he couldn’t see you. His hand held your cheeks squished between his fingers and turned you back for him to assess, and he didn’t seem pleased.

“You’re overheating, let me add some cold water.” He announced and turned the faucet back on, letting you sink back into the depths of the tub and your own self-loathing for your lack of ability to conceal your mind. “Better?” He asked and you just nodded, not concerned with the water temperature. He watched you from the corner of his eyes and this made you nervous. You were being watched by a cold-blooded killer, and whether he killed the bad guys or not, it was still scary. He rinsed his hands and cleared his throat as you snapped out of your mental trance, looking up towards him as he stayed stone cold in his expression. “Since I don’t plan on untying you, I’m going to wash your body, but if you don’t want me to touch you, then I could use a loofah or something, like a towel- I didn’t really think this through.” He muttered and you just shook your head.

“You can touch me.” You spoke softly and he nodded without any emotion, giving you no idea what he was thinking. He began by washing your back and scrubbing a bit, before moving to your arms and feeling you roll your neck to let him get to the nape and around your throat. He was surprised by how trusting you were being, but the truth was he didn’t feel dangerous to you, which was absolutely insane since he had killed people 10 feet away from where you were currently sitting.

His hands began to wash your chest and before he moved any lower, he looked up at you. “This feels wrong, I’ll just-”

“It feels good, actually.” You interrupted him and his eyebrows shot up in shock. “I mean-” You began to blush as you realized what had happened, but he smirked a bit before you could say anything else.

“Would you like… if I made it feel even better?” He asked, his voice dropping a bit as he leaned closer to your burning face. You nodded slowly as his fingers brushed against the bottoms of your breasts, moving to graze your bare nipples and forcing a gasp from your lips. His thick digits twist the pert nubs and you let out a quiet sound like a small animal, giving into the predator in front of it. He keeps a cool demeanor as he teases your boobs and makes you squirm. “Still feel good?”

“Yes…” you whispered and closed your eyes as his hand slipped under the water to massage the rest of your body, pushing his fingers gently through your folds and pressing directly onto your clit. You yelped in pleasure and shivered as he bent his head to your throat and kissed your pulse point behind your ear. r ear. His lips were soft and full on your skin as he pushed and toyed with the bundle of nerves in between his fingertips. The water splashed as you jerked a bit at the sudden sensations and he chuckled, pulling your soaked body up and throwing you over his shoulder once more. “Hey-!” You protested, but a slap to your bare ass shut you up, followed by a dark laugh. Miguel carried you into the room near where you slept and you saw a single king size bed with tall posts on all corners, being thrown to the center before he reached behind him with one hand and pulled his shirt off over his head. He took your bound hands and placed them on the bulge forming in his pants. It was almost as thick as your forearm and long as well. You blushed red before then meeting his eyes and seeing the shining cockiness reflected. You gulped down the tension between your thighs and looked at him through thick lashes as he stared down at your naked body. It was like he was analyzing you with malintent, the look on his face creating a dark shadow clouding over your morals and conscience. His large hand flattened on your abdomen as he kneeled before you and inhaled between your legs, his exhale leaving goosebumps against your exposed mound of flesh. He was clearly entertained by the prickle of your skin and immediately dove into you like a child on Christmas morning, licking heavily into your lips and lifting your asscheek on his shoulder. Your back arched almost so much it pained you as you jumped from the abrupt amount of sucking on your clit, a strained sound falling out of your mouth. You’d never heard that before, but then again, no one had literally sucked and licked the life out of you like this.

He reached up a meaty hand and pinched at your nipple hard, twisting enough to make you scream and feel tears forming in the corners of your eyes. You felt his teeth graze against your sensitive peak and your eyes snapped onto where his mouth was currently on you, eliciting a chuckle from him as you shivered.

“Yeah? You want me to hurt you a little?” He asked in a raspy whisper before slapping your breast a bit. You gasped loud and he smiled, his sharp canines gleaming a bit.

Miguel moved to hover above you before rubbing his cock against your clit, the friction making you tense up a bit before he grabbed your throat. Your eyes found his, and he bent his head so his breath was warm against your ear.

“I’m not going to play nice just because you’re a pretty little thing.”

Without any other words, he shoved his dick in you and the burning stretch of his thickness made you let out a painful whine. The sound made his shiver as he jutted his hips into you even further, his cock nudging something so deep within you that tears pricked the corners of your eyes. He seemed to get even harder when he saw the small bits of pain he caused in you, and that made you hornier. The crazed look in his eyes made you flush and pant while he fucked you rough, practically making you dizzy from the jerky and harsh movements. He grunted as you felt the coil in your core begin to heat and tense, before it snapped and you instantly climaxed. It was the most intense orgasm you’d ever had as he smiled, like a predator enjoying the thrill of the hunt, and you gulped when he grabbed your waist before drilling back into you at a panickingly fast pace. Tears welled in your eyes from the pressure in your abdomen from his violent fucking, but the adrenaline made you begin to build towards another orgasm. This time was different, it was almost a burning feeling in your lower body and a surge as you swung your arms around his neck to help hold on.

“Fuck, just like that, so fucking tight.” He mumbled, and you questioned if he was even speaking to you or just vocalizing his thoughts to himself, but you were distracted by the crash of the second climax and the sudden, very wet feeling on your stomach. A loud, pregnant growl made you shiver as his hips spasmed and rutted into your in a painful way, so deep you thought you may have hurt something, but you were enjoying this all too much to care at all, and he hovered over you for a moment while he caught his breath.

“Holy shit, that was fucking great…” He whispered and leaned down before licking the wetness on your body to your breasts. “You are never leaving.” He smirked and you laid on your back, thinking about how you were completely fine with this.

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femmefatalevibe · 1 year ago

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Femme Fatale Guide: Products & Services Worth The Save (or Saving On)

Fashion:

Socks (I love the HUE ones that come out to around $3 per pair)

Tights (another vote for HUE – around $10-13 dollars a pair and should last at least a season or two with proper care)

Layering tanks & tees

Underwear (buy them on a bulk deal – I love Skims' 3/$36 [on the pricier end here] – or getting luxury items on sale, especially pair from Natori or Hanky Panky [usually come up to around $10-$15 a pair]; Parade also has $6 underwear that's great quality for the price)

Trendy items

Costume jewelry (Mejuri, Aurate, and Justine Clenquet are great for the price; Catbird is the best in the game for a moderate-priced alternative to luxury jewelry in my opinion)

Beauty:

Cleanser

Facial Toner

Makeup Wipes

Acne Spot Treatment

Mascara

Brow Gel

Setting Powder/Spray

Shampoo & Conditioner

Body Wash

Body Scrubs

Hand/Body Lotion

Hand Soap

Vaseline (use it as a lip treatment, cuticles, dry skin patches, or as a hydrating eye cream)

Lip Balm (Palmers SPF 15 is my HG)

Makeup Sponges/Spoolies

Hair Ties

Home:

Lighting

Home Decor

Artwork (I have mostly Black & White photography from iCanvas and get so many compliments on them!)

Coffee Maker (a Black & Decker coffee maker or a French Press is all most people need)

Everyday Dishes & Glassware (I love Sweese, Smilatte, and Luigi Bormioli on Amazon)

Dishwasher-Safe Reusable Food Storage Bags/Snack Bags

Produce Saving Containers

Health & Wellness:

Deva Vitamins/Supplements

Fitness Youtube Workouts

Bulk-buying Oats, Beans, and Other Staple Foods

Frozen Fruits & Vegetables (when not in season, especially)

Listening to Podcasts via Youtube

TED Talks

Services:

Facials

Blowout

Dermaplaning

Teeth-Whitening

Mani-Pedi

Professional/Social:

Owning your full name social handles across platforms

Simple Investment Planning (Roth IRA, HSA, 401K - anything involving index funds)

Get a great headshot (many colleges and universities offer their students/alumni headshots for free)

Cash-back & Travel-miles $0 Fee Credit Cards

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thestudentfarmer · 1 year ago

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Kitchen post today~

With prices being what they are I like a good deal on groceries when I can find it. Sometimes that leads me to buying large quantities of things.

This week the local scratch n dent market had 5 pound bags of golden potatos on sale, 2 for $4. We like potatos so I snagged a few bags. Since i had 2 from last week's groceries I decided to pick through them all.

I tossed a few rotten ones and sorted out the good from the ones getting on the going side. The good ones I put up in a storage tote (a cooking pot for now) for later cooking.

These ones are the contenders for the weekly meal/freezer prep. They had some funny or funky spots, things that can be cut off and thrown away or in the compost. I clean them after washing them well.

As a heads up, it's not suggested to feed chickens raw potatoes. So leave anything with raw potato bits in the trash or the compost bin.

The bad bits.

If you feel need to you can wash them up again. I move to peeling after words.

I save the peels for breakfast potatoes, or to make soup.

A few peeled spuds.

Afterwords, depending on how many potatoes needed to be processed will decide what im making. This time I had enough potatoes to do cubed potatoes and hashbrown potatoes.

Cube potatoes, then blanch them till all Dante in a pot. (Not quite to mash potatoes softness, but not crunchy.)

Drain, cool quickly. (If your into water conservation, save the water for your plants once cooled) I cool till just under warm and lay them out to drain/dry a bit.

Then take a pan and lay out a clean kitchen towel on it. Pour dry potatoes on and place in freezer till frozen.

Store in container and use like regular frozen potatoes.

Moving to hashed potatoes

Similar to the cubed potatoes except I grated them.

I like to destarch my potatoes a little so I do a soak for about an hour, drain and then blanch.

I did about 5 minutes to blanch the hash, every couple minutes fish out a peice and test it to see if it's crunchy or just firm. Drain, cool asap.

Lay out to drain and dry a bit.

Lay towel on baking sheet. Place drained hashed potatoes on top. Place in freezer and freeze a few hours.

When frozen package up. Date and use as necessary :)

Other potato freezing/preserving resources

https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/howto/guide/how-to-freeze-potatoes

https://www.motherearthnews.com/real-food/dehydrate-potatoes-for-various-uses-zbcz1507/

🥔🌱Happy Homesteading!🌱🥔

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siryouarebeingmocked · 4 months ago

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The Thief is Back

One of my flatmates left recently. She was replaced by a guy I will pretend is named Alan.

On Alan's first day, he needed to hang some clothes. So he went into my cupboard, searched until he found the old laundry detergent container I keep my clothespins in, and used some of those.

Please note that he would have to bend down, and reach to the back of the cupboard, past a frying pan, just to get to the container.

Come to think, the only possible way to find them is if he was actively looking.

For clothespins, or laundry detergent.

When I was showing him around the kitchen, I bought it up. He said he was just confused.

I pointed to the bag of house clothespins at eye level, on a shelf, pretended to believe him, and politely asked him not to do that again.

Earlier this week, I got a new pair of house slippers. I'm kind of low on shoe storage room in my room, so I decided to just keep my regular kicks on the shoe rack by the front door.

Today, I walk downstairs, and look for my shoes, and they're on the bottom rack.

Unlaced.

Someone stole the laces, and then tried to "hide" the shoes. Didn't even leave a note.

And I already know Alan's inconsiderate.

He regularly uses the kitchen shirtless. And he brings friends over, and they drink heavily. Sometimes they slam doors, trying to get the back door to work, while I'm trying to sleep. And he plays music loud enough for me to hear across the hall and through two doors. He leaves the bathroom light on, which means the fan keeps running.

In fact, I think I just heard him walking past the bathroom to get downstairs. I can hear the fan.

And, yep, back to his room. All he would have to do is take one step to the right and reach out.

This matches the profile of someone who shared the dorms with me back in college, who would also drink heavily, sing loudly coming up the stairs - enough to get yelled at by the college staff - drink heavily, use pot - he got yelled at for it when the staff came by to do the aforementioned stair-singing yelling - and drink my juice in the fridge.*

And at my previous flat, the food thief - or possibly one of multiple thieves - was the sort of person who would see a random container of my sweets or a bottle of soda in the fridge, and eat all of it for a tiny scrap in the bottom.

Like that's much better than eating all of it.**

But, I was lucky, because I happened to keep the laces from my previous pair of sneakers. Without that, I'd be forced to go to the grocery in dress shoes.

And at the time, I thought, "Am I crazy for keeping old laces when I'll probably never use them?" Less than two weeks later, here I am.

Also, there are two other pairs of shoes there. I don't think anyone's actually using them.

I'm pretty sure the only reason the thief took my shoelaces was because I had just put in some replacement insoles, which were bright yellow, and they caught the thief's eye.

And then, like a sociopath, he decided to steal the laces. Maybe it was one of Alan's drunk pals, but I don't really care. I already told my landlord.

And for extra irony, the shoes are already wearing through on the heel, which means I have to replace them soon anyway. I think I'll have to break the habit of a lifetime and go for a brand name pair. Amazon has a few on discount for about the same price.

Of course, this is all circumstantial. For all I know, one of the cleaning people stole the laces. I have no way to prove it. I'm obviously a bit biased on the subject

Any road, I think I'll move my laundry detergent and softener to my bedroom. Again.

* The solution was to hide my juice in a tied, opaque, plastic grocery bag. This did not work with the thief/thieves at my old flat, who would open bags, go in people's cupboards, and ignore notes from other flatmates and the landlord telling them to stop. I even put a chain lock on my cupboard, and they still got in.

** It's actually more frustrating. If you have the restraint to hold yourself back, then you have the restraint to not steal other people's stuff.

Also, he drank my zero sugar soda. Basically just nice-tasting fizzy water in pretty colors. I think he'd get more nutritional value out of an OXO cube.

I trapped it that one time by adding lots of vinegar. Then he stopped going after my drinks, IIRC, which also supports my point about restraint.

#personal

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oliversrarebooks · 1 year ago

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The Rare Bookseller: Auction House Worldbuilding

Since we're heading into the auction proper, I thought I'd write up some information about how the auction house and thralls in general work in this universe. Nothing here is required reading for simply following the story.

The auction house is only just one wing of a mansion in the countryside owned by a fairly ancient vampire. It contains the prison cells, various rooms used for processing thralls (such as the shower room and the office Lily uses), kitchens for cooking human food, and the storage needed by the cleaning and maintenance staff. Upstairs there are some more preparation rooms, the display rooms used to show off the merchandise to prospective buyers before the auction proper. The auction itself is set up on a stage in the mansion's ballroom, with room for a few hundred vampires. The more posh among the auction staff, including Lily and Cecily, stay in richly appointed quarters in the upper floors.

This particular auction is a high-end one aimed at the wealthy and powerful of vampire society. It's staffed by a combination of travelers who go from auction to auction plying their trade and locals.

For a high-end auction, the main considerations when picking thralls to capture include:

Age. The vast majority of thralls sold are between the ages of 16 - 40. Taking children as thralls is considered extremely distasteful. Humans who are too old are seen as a greater health risk. Besides that, many vampires choose to keep particularly choice thralls for decades, and an older thrall means less years of enjoyment.

Isolation. The auction house doesn't want to have to deal with hunters or other meddling humans, and no vampire wants an angry family to come and burn his house down for kidnapping someone important to them. This is why the humans taken for these auctions are socially isolated ones. While the vampires will take people with jobs or acquaintances, they avoid people with close families, spouses and children who might seek out revenge.

Health. This is extremely important to vampires. The blood of healthy humans tastes better and is more nutritious. Healthy humans are also less likely to experience complications from having their blood taken with frequency. While relatively uncommon, vampires can also catch contagious diseases from humans. For all of these reasons and more, vampires have a strong preference for humans who are physically healthy and well fed, and one of the benefits of buying from an auction house is to have some vetting.

Mental illnesses are largely exempt from this consideration, as all humans will have their minds molded regardless. Addiction to drugs or alcohol also makes a human undesirable. As this story takes place in the 1920s, modern conceptions of what is healthy or normal may not apply.

For this reason, the auction house generally avoids capturing humans in extreme poverty or homelessness, as at the very least many of them suffer from malnutrition. Desperate vampires in the lower rungs of vampire society have fewer qualms about it, though.

Blood quality. This is more of an art than a science. Blood is graded by an expert before the auction. Some factors that influence the quality of a human's blood include general health, nutrition, favorite foods, and especially the presence of magic in a human's family tree. Any supernatural creatures in the human's distant past will improve their blood substantially. Of course, blood grades are just an expert's judgement, and vampires have differing preferences.

Obedience. The human's overall level of obedience, even before conditioning, will often influence what sort of thrall the human can be conditioned into, which then affects price.

There are other, more nebulous factors. Physical beauty can affect a vampire's choices. Among vampires who like to treat their thralls as companions, personality and interests are important. Some vampires prefer thralls with certain skills to serve the household, such as chores, maintenance, and guard duties.

Which brings us to the different classes of thralls. There are not hard-and-fast lines between these categories, but these are some of the terms vampires use:

Bloodbags: Derogatory term for a human who is unconscious, a vegetable, medically braindead, etc. It's strongly frowned upon to keep these. The quality of blood is considered poor, the human requires assistance with the most basic functions, and in polite vampire society, it's considered the ethical thing to do to mercy kill a human that ends up in such a state. When vampires keep bloodbags, it's behind closed doors.

Erased: Also derisively called cattle. These are humans who have had their personalities and memories entirely erased, and have been rendered mindlessly obedient to vampires. They are capable of understanding and following vampires' orders, although higher intelligence may be significantly suppressed. In general, they are still capable of the basic functions needed to keep themselves alive (hygiene, rudimentary cooking, keeping their own quarters clean, etc.) which makes them a "convenient" choice. This is the preferred sort of thrall for vampires who believe humans have no rights, and those who do not like humans at all and only require them for a meal.

Pets: Pets are also rendered mindlessly obedient to vampires and routinely have their memories erased, but a little more of their personality is allowed to remain. The conditioning process leaves pets permanently glassy-eyed and docile. This class of thrall is what you would expect from their name -- treated as though they are house pets. Pets are also capable of the basics of taking care of themselves and may do simple household chores, but generally spend most of their days in leisure activities, sleeping in their owners' chambers or doing little crafts and hobbies. Pets are favored by upper class vampires who enjoy dressing them up in fancy clothes and doting on them.

Servants: Servants are the most lucid among these types of thralls. They're generally allowed to keep the bulk of their mind, including their memories, and are only conditioned enough to make them obedient and loyal. Servants will generally retain whatever capabilities and knowledge they had prior and so are not only capable of taking care of themselves and household chores, but a wide range of tasks. Servants are also capable of running errands and generally mingling in normal human society without raising questions. Some vampires, those particularly sentimental towards humans, treat their servants as companions. This is the preferred sort of thrall for vampires who are sympathetic to human rights (but not to the point of giving up thralls entirely.)

Wild: Some vampires capture humans and keep them completely unconditioned, generally imprisoned or chained. This is generally considered inhumane if not sadistic by polite vampire society.

Some vampires, especially poorer or younger ones, simply feed on humans they find without taking permanent thralls. This is considered risky behavior that leaves the vampire vulnerable to hunters, revenge seekers, and humans who fight back.

Free: It's rare, but some vampires have completely unconditioned humans who give their blood willingly. This is often in the context of a vampire/human romantic relationship, which many vampires consider eccentric at best and deviant at worst.

A respectable auction house like the one in this story deals in Erased, Pets, and Servants. Within each class, there is a lot of additional nuance to how they're trained and treated. The auction house offers additional conditioning to mold newly bought thralls to their owners' specific needs. Lily will be handling this a lot after the auction, and she'll get paid handsomely for it.

Vampires, especially powerful ones, have psychic connections to their thralls. This can be used for simple communication over distance, sharing of emotions, and limited sharing of memories. The vampire is "in charge" of the connection and can ignore or sever communication with the thrall if desired. The thrall has no choice about receiving communication from their master. A similar relationship exists between vampire and sire.

Servants and pets could be restored to more or less their full human minds if they're freed from vampires, although it takes time and patience to do so (and, understandably, they're all changed and traumatized by the experience). It's generally not considered possible to completely undo the conditioning of an Erased, who suffer from permanent memory loss and personality changes even if freed.

Vampire hunters have ways of helping free thralls of vampiric influence, but they're far from foolproof. Hunters will sometimes mercy kill thralls who they think cannot be restored. Death of a vampire's master will also remove some of the vampire's influence from their thralls' minds, but not all.

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silverflame2724 · 2 years ago

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Alternate universe where Su She admires and wishes to support Wei Wuxian for saving her life 2 times (Aquatic Abysses and Xuanwu Cave) in addition tobe convinced that he hates Lan Wangji and Jin Zixun too

I actually quite like this prompt so forgive me for taking so long to write it! Hope you enjoy!

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Su Minshan thought that this was the end. That his arrogance that he thought he could match up to Lan-we-gongzi would be his downfall.

Never would he have thought that Wei Wuxian, whose was thought to be the most arrogant of all, would disregard his own safety to help someone like him!

But Wei Wuxian was known more for his speed than strength and was soon weighed down by Su Minshan.

Su Minshan thought that Wei Wuxian would do the obvious thing and let him go to save himself. As he had seen many others do.

But no.

Wei Wuxian did not do the smart thing and let him go. He weaved through the relentless attacks of the waterborne abyss, holding him even tighter than before.

In the end though, they had to rely on Lan-er-gongzi’s arm strength to pull them out. Wei Wuxian teased the young master, only to receive the expected biting sarcasm as before. Su Minshan might have missed it if he weren’t so close, but Wei Wuxian’s hand trembled with an unseen hurt.

Su Minshan narrowed his eyes at this. He would make sure to repay his savior, Wei Wuxian. Not now, but perhaps when he has the necessary power and resources. Or, at a good time.

He found an opportunity soon enough. Jin Zixuan was famously known for disrespecting Wei Wuxian’s Shijie. While Su Minshan did not want to draw a sect heir’s ire, if he could get revenge for his saviour somehow, wouldn’t Wei Wuxian look upon him with favor?

So he put his plan into motion in the coming few days.

The common people were rather grateful to him and the others that helped contained the Waterborne Abyss so it was easy to buy a bunch of fish at a cheap price.

He planned to donate the fish to the Cloud Recesses’ kitchens - he was not naive - wasting food was just wrong - only asking for the scraps of the fish - namely the guts. Of course, to not implicate himself, he had left the fish in special storage containers after gutting the fish. Soon after, Su Minshan waited until the afternoon, made sure his savior was locked up in the Library Pavilion to complete his copying punishment and smeared most of the fish guts all over Jin Zixuan’s room.

The reason he waited until Wei Wuxian was in the Library Pavilion was because he knew people would be quick to blame his savior for the incident. After all, Jin Zixuan had recentlymade a snide remark about Jiang Yanli recently and Su Minshan had watched Wei Wuxian tremble with rage, being barely held back by his shidis. Wei Wuxian had ample motive to carry out this revenge and Su Minshan wished not to implicate him.

Jin Zixuan soon arrived in his room and nearly retched at the smell. Su Minshan grinned.

Jin Zixuan had raged for a while, thinking it was Wei Wuxian, but when questioned, Wei Wuxian had been in the library completing his punishment. There was not enough time for him to do that to Jin Zixuan and no one had seen him anywhere near Jin Zixuan’s room.

Wei Wuxian was let go and Su Minshan sighed in relief. Revenge complete.

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Wei Wuxian was evidently a lot smarter than people thought and quickly found out that it was Su Minshan who had done that. Turns out he hadn’t been as sneaky as he had thought.

When asked why, Su Minshan merely smiled. “Wei-gongzi, you rescued me, remember? This is what I should do to repay you.”

“Ah...that--” Wei Wuxian looked sheepish. “Thank you.....umm....”

“Su She, Su Minshan. I know we never got introduced to each other.”

“Then.. Su-xiong. Thank you, really.” He gave Su Minshan a bright smile. “I really appreciate it.”

Su Minshan felt elated being recognized like this. “Can....Can we be friends?”

Wei Wuxian grinned. “Of course! Call me Wei-xiong or Wei Wuxian, whatever you’re comfortable with.”

“Okay, Wei Wuxian.”

After an invitation to join Wei Wuxian and his friends was offered, Su Minshan agreed and parted soon after. He had classes to get to. But when he turned around, he was met with a glare from Lan-er-gongzi. Which was odd considering he hadn’t done anything.

But, as Su Minshan found out, Lan-er-gongzi was jealous. Jealous of the closeness between them, of the casual, affectionate touches Wei Wuxian gave everyone but him.

Hmph. If he was so jealous, he shouldn’t have hurt Wei Wuxian’s feelings.

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It was regrettable, but the time the guest disciples were here came to an end. Wei Wuxian promised to write letters to him and Su Minshan was elated at that.

However, he had to breathe a sigh of relief at the same time. He had had a tough time keeping Wei Wuxian from punching Jin Zixuan and getting sent home early, but thanks to Su She’s interference, it didn’t end up like that. He even spent a lot of time distracting Wei Wuxian from mischief that the Jiang clan always seemed to draw him into.

But, thanks to that, Wei Wuxian and him had become close.

And perhaps, because of that closeness, Su Minshan despised Lan Wangji. That man had finally had the balls to approach Wei Wuxian after the other had left him alone and only had the harshest things to say. Watching Wei Wuxian flinch imperceptibly had made him shake with anger.

Su Minshan took great joy in making sure Wei Wuxian hardly ever crossed paths with Lan Wangji and seeing Lan Wangji’s distraught face from afar. Eventually, Wei Wuxian avoided Lan Wangji on his own and Su Minshan was satisfied seeing Wei Wuxian finally start to dislike the Second Jade.

Childishly, he wanted to stick his tongue out at the man.

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However, tragedy struck. The Cloud Recesses burned and they barely had time to recover before being forced into an indoctrination. As usual, Wei Wuxian took care of everyone and did his best to make sure everyone's spirits were up, even Lan Wangji's. Su Minshan might have disliked Lan Wangji for his treatment of Wei Wuxian, but after what had happened, Su Minshan didn't block Wei Wuxian from assisting Lan Wangji. Especially since Lan Wangji's leg was broken during the Wen invasion.

Wen Chao is a terrible, good-for-nothing and Su Minshan wants nothing more than to crush him. But as weakened as he was and how surrounded by Wens they were, there was not much he could do. However.....when push came to shove and a girl - Luo Qingyang, if he recalled correctly - was to be bled to force out whatever beast was in the cave, Wei Wuxian, as always, came up with a great solution and held Wen Chao at sword point, effectively stopping the Wens' movement. Not even a few minutes later, a huge murderous turtle moved from underneath Wei Wuxian, distracting everyone. This was Su Minshan's chance!

Wen Zhuliu had been a deterrent to all. The Core-Melting hand had been a big reason for everyone's hesitance to rebel. If he was gone.....

Su Minshan sent a strong kick towards Wen Zhuliu's back and quickly hid amongst the panic. He watched in satisfaction as Wen Zhuliu was snapped up in the turtle's jaws and quickly swallowed down.

There. He won't bother anyone ever again.

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He didn't want to. Wei Wuxian had volunteered to stay behind and distract the monster to allow everyone to escape. Su Minshan wanted to stay behind but Wei Wuxian grinned and pushed him out.

"Don't worry. I'll be right behind you. Thanks for worrying though, Minshan."

Su Minshan nodded and reluctantly started to leave with the others. He turned around to say goodbye and saw the turtle snap at Wei Wuxian.

"Wei-xiong, watch out!"

Wei Wuxian turned too late. However....Lan Wangji had pushed him out of the way and gotten captured by the turtle instead. He didn't see what happened next as he was pulled underwater and through the exit.

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He didn't see Wei Wuxian when they exited the cave. He heard, of course, how they killed the Xuanwu of Slaughter. But didn't see him. He didn't see Wei Wuxian at all until he came back, cloaked in darkness.

He pushed everyone away and his sunlight-like smile was replaced by a manic grin. Su Minshan of course knew what might have happened. He had heard of the burning of Lotus Pier, of the loss of their disciples. And, of course, Wei Wuxian being captured by Wen Chao. There were rumors and whispers from the Wen guards that Wen Chao tossed Wei Wuxian into the Burial Mounds.

Most brushed that off, saying it was impossible for anyone to survive it. But not Su Minshan. He knew that that had probably happened. What with Wei Wuxian controlling resentful energy, his uncharacteristic attitude towards the Wens, towards his friends.

No one gets out of the Burial Mounds alive. And, perhaps, in a way, that is true. For the Wei Wuxian they all knew - the sunshine-bright boy - was gone.

But what Wei Wuxian needed was not judgement, like that bastard Jin Zixun. It wasn't pity (or whatever Lan Wangji was attempting to do). It was support. And if Su Minshan could provide that for him, he who remembered him and saved him over and over again. Su Minshan would be satisfied with that.

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"Wei-xiong."

"Hm? Minshan? What's wrong? Is everything okay?" Wei Wuxian asked.

Su Minshan shook his head. "I'm fine." He paused. "Well, as fine as anyone could be with the war going on. But I'm worried about you."

"Me? I'm fine, there's nothing wrong." Wei Wuxian put his shields up, eyes shifty and nervous.

"Wei-xiong.....we're friends, right?"

"Yeah."

"Then, you should know that I support you, right?"

"But doesn't GusuLan have rules against demonic cultivation?"

"Sure they do. But you're not evil. Those rules are bullshit sometimes. Like they think that just by following the "orthodox" path, you can avoid being evil. But if that were true, the Wens wouldn't have done all of this."

Wei Wuxian gave a small chuckle. "That's true enough."

"Now, Wei-xiong, I heard from many Wen guards that you were tossed in the Burial Mounds." Wei Wuxian paled. "Now while most refuse to believe that. I believe that that had happened. How else would you have such mastery over it? You love to boast about your cultivation. Why would you risk tainting it with demonic cultivation? Something must have forced you to use it."

"You're quite smart." Wei Wuxian whispered after some time.

"Heh. One of my best strengths." Su Minshan felt happy at the praise. "But most people are idiots."

Wei Wuxian laughed again. "You're the best. Thank you."

"No problem. You've always saved me. I would be an idiot to not help you in return. If you can't accept my help, think of it as a debt I want to pay back to you."

"Alright." Wei Wuxian smiled, not as bright as before, but still there. "Alright."

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Lol. Anon, you asked for me to have a Su Minshan that wishes to support Wei Wuxian but I took it as Su Minshan actively supporting Wei Wuxian from the shadows. Let me know if this is fine or if you'd like me to change it!

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File: Omega Mart

SCP#: AIS

Code Name: O- O- O- Omega Mart! You have no idea what's in store for YOU! ;-)

Object Class: Homager

Special Containment Procedures: The area where SCP-AIS is located has been sealed off from the rest of the city of Las Vegas. Around it a building was constructed that is meant to resemble a large storage area for a local construction company. Anyone who comes close by is to be escorted away regardless of their reasoning. Due SCP-AIS being a creation of Group of Interest: Are We Cool Yet? Mobile Task Force Upsilon-23 “Art Critics” is responsible for assisting Foundation Doctors and Researchers as they explore SCP-AIS. Anomalous items found within SCP-AIS should be tested within SCP-AIS as doing so outside can be hazardous. Mobile Task Force Dionysus-8 “Market Crashers” are responsible for assisting MTF Upsilon-23 taking down any anomalous creatures that might be spawned from experiments within SCP-AIS gone wrong.

Mobile Task Force Ares-9 “Mall Security” is responsible for defending Foundation staff against intruders from Group of Interest: The Black Queen’s Insurgency, Are We Cool Yet?, Dr. Wondertainment, Vikander-Kneed Technical Media, and The Serpent's Hand. Greazeburger Incorporated has been reported sometimes trying to infiltrate SCP-AIS but it's normally not that hard to simply escort them out.

Description: SCP-AIS is an art project created by Group of Interest: Are We Cool Yet? The result of this project is a Supermart called “Omega Mart” which contains every type of food, drug, and product that a normal store might possess both in this reality and other realities. A majority of the products and items sold within SCP-AIS do not exist in our reality often existing in alternative timelines and different dimensions especially ones were common social laws and even physical laws are not the same as ours. Shockingly trying to get all the products does nothing as they always restock themselves within 24 hours and sometimes are replaced with entirely new products. How Are We Cool Yet? managed to create such a structure with so many anomalous items and never runs out of them is unknown.

The interior of SCP-AIS is not hazardous in any way but can be quite difficult to traverse as certain areas defy the laws of physics as well. Some areas it is common for the gravity to flow to the walls rather than the ground. There are spatial distortions causing certain products to be distorted when placed in a certain area but perfectly normal when placed in another. There are even sections that don’t sell anything but seem to be large optical illusions that can make someone have a headache if they stay there for too long. The only true hazard of SCP-AIS is to obtain the wrong product or use a product in the wrong way, a mistake that is unfortunately very easy to make. Please see Addendum X-66 for details.

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Addendum X-66

The following is a short list of the anomalous items that can be obtained within SCP-AIS. It should be noted that though some items have prices they do not require money to be activated.

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“Zlag” - Type of juice made with apple, ginger, and lemongrass. Is noted to actually be pretty good.

“Mrs. Dram's Romantic Dinner in a Can” - A tin can that when open seems to be empty but when used in a pour out genster instantly manifested a table with a clover over it, two chairs, a nicely lit candle on the table, two plates with fork, knife, and spoon next to it, and even a server who already has prepared a delicious meal that the one who used the can and their significant other or desired crush will enjoy. After serving the two if they are present he will manifest a violin and play lovely music. Has actually become popular among Foundation staff who need to set up dates fast.

“Dark Matter Spray” - Anomalous spray can that seemingly releases nothing but is actually spraying Dark Matter into the air. Has been harvested heavily by the Foundation for spatial experiments.

“Plausible Deniability” - Seemingly a normal stack of papers but once one comes into contact with a law enforcer or a lawyer it shows a legal document that can get the holder out of any situation. Often being signed by a politician that can legally assist in the area, the highest ranking it has been known to utilize is representatives of the UN and even the entire UN Council itself. The Foundation often uses it to assist in making cover stories and has distributed them to our allies at the Horizon Initiative and the Global Occult Coalition, the ladder of which was outraged such things exist.

“Omega Mart Lemons” - Living Lemons that have an eye growing out of them, no other anomalous traits have been observed as of late. The Ethics Committee banned all research regarding these anomalous items and ordered to have a small portion contained at Site-AA and the rest be left alone.

Glorbox - [data expunged]. [data expunged]. [data expunged]. [data expunged]. [data expunged]. The sole surviving instance has been stored at Site-[data expunged].

Omega Cola - Metaphysical Cola, Can be poured and placed anywhere even inside photos, books, audio recordings, TV recordings, and TV shows. Once this his done any character or person who interacts with it, forever alters that recording or piece of media. Though thankfully testing has shown it is restricted to the recording or media piece affected and doesn’t affect any other showings of the media piece or people involved in the recordings. However it’s possible to reach into affected media and recordings and getting a brand new bottle of Omega Cola as a result. Researchers have noted it’s too sugary and doesn’t taste good at all so there’s really no point to having some.

“Collector's Edition Sliced Meats” - A DVD collection case but contains disk shaped slices of various meat instead of DVDs. Extremely hazardous as looking at the meat for too long can cause you to only say “Meat” for the rest of your life. Researchers who experienced this have had to take amnestic treatment and mimetic therapy to fix their speech.

“First Contact” - Box filled with strange powder, once contact is made with this powder you will immediately meet with a manifestation of your perfect soul mate. The O5 Council have ordered all Foundation staff to stay away from this product even if there are Staff members who are lonely.

“Mythic Farms Leprechaun Kidneys” - seemingly no different to the kidneys of a chipmunk but once consumed raw grant the consumer an unusual amount of luck for 24 hours. Does absolutely nothing if consumed after being cocked. Researchers often like to eat one that way if they encounter a hazardous anomaly they will normally end up okay due to the luck granted.

“Zalgitos” - Tiny pillows that are held inside a normal chip bag, are edible and have been noted to taste like Doritos by researchers.

"Who Told You This Was Butter?" - Strange cream that greatly resembles "I can't believe it's not butter" product. Is a cream that can change flavor depending on what the user wants though it can never change into the flavor of butter.

"Individually Wrapped Wheat Squares" - a single slice of bread that has no anomalous properties as far as scans can tell. However, when consumed the user will not get hungry for 48 hours. Has been utilized by MTF units during long and harsh missions.

"Lil Meow Gruel For Cats" - Does not possess anomalous properties but instead is anomalous in the type of meat it has in the cat food such as "Lonely Hiker", "Healthy Wolf", and "Mammoth Chunks".

"Rabbit Shards" - shards of glass that are actually quite floppy but can be cooked into its typical hard glass form. Can also be consumed and tastes exactly like rabbit. Sometimes collected by MTF units as emergency rations though they are notably difficult to cook.

"Whale Song Deodorant" - Deodorant that smells like a cool and fresh breeze of the ocean side. Fills the wearer's head with lovely Whale Songs allowing them to be calm. Popular among Foundation staff that want to relax while smelling good.

"Tooth Slime" - Sentient slime in a toothpaste bottle that will latch onto the teeth of a nearby user and start eating the bad bacteria and cavities on the teeth. Has allows Foundation staff to get whiter and stronger teeth but the fact that the slime is alive makes them very uncomfortable and thus most don't use it often.

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SCP-AIS was discovered in 2012 when a series of strange commercials telling the viewers about “Omega Mart” which sold otherworldly and often nonsensical products. Originally thought to be another vile plot of Group of Interest: Vikander-Kneed Technical Media; Foundation agents were sent to the location provided to investigate. However, upon arriving at [data expunged], Las Vegas they found SCP-AIS and a sign in the front which read the following.

“Omega Mart, the only store you’ll ever need to go to ever again. We possess everything you need, everything you don’t, and everything you’ll need eventually. Nothing is suspicious here and if you think otherwise, you're probably asking in the wrong place, so stop asking questions and instead answer one instead, Are We Cool Yet?”

SCP-AIS was immediately locked down in response though very rarely do members of Are We Cool Yet? ever actually attack and try to regain control. More often than not other Groups of Interest have tried to enter SCP-AIS in hopes of getting their hands on anomalous products and either exploit them or weaponize them.

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Chapter: 2-“The nightmare has begun…”

❗️⚠️❗️POSSIBLE TRIGGER WARNINGS❗️⚠️❗️

Swearing

Lewd jokes

Thoughts of suicide

Panic attacks

other worldly being

Manipulation

Death

Guns

Y/N is a little emotional

“It’s been three months since the undead have started to take over the world, and no sign of my team has come about… I’m starting to loose hope, I’m hoping… praying, that one day my team will show up completely unharmed… but now I believe that day will never come. I’m on the brink of insanity. I contemplate suicide every. Single. Day. It’s always in my mind, it will be an easy way out of this hellhole! I can’t continue living all alone! The smell of the undead is getting unbearable! I feel like vomiting every second of every day! I’m starting to run low on food and water… I’ve fought off a few undead but I feel an overwhelming sense of guilt because I know these were real live human beings once, with feelings, and families… I think tomorrow I’m going to go out and try to get more food and water.”

After I was done writing in my journal, I close the book, put it away, and get some supplies for going out to get some much needed recourses. I grab a very heavy and thick jacket that ghost used to train the military dog, Riley. I put it on so the walkers can’t bite my arms, neck, or waist. Next I put on a few layers of cargo pants. and then I put on thick combat boots with steel toes. I then grab a hand gun, ammo, and a combat knife for protection. I knew I was going to be extremely hot, but I knew it would be worth it for protection. I told myself that I would rather be hot, than a walker. I then step foot out of base for the first time in over three months. The smell of the undead was putrid. I started to gag but I quickly snapped out of it knowing I had a mission to fulfill if I wanted to survive… but half of me just wanted to stay locked up in my room and rot away. But I pushed those thoughts aside as I grabbed a large backpack. I put my knife and gun in the bag so that way I have free hands to grab different and useful items.

You stumbled upon a large container of military food rations. You knew it wasn’t the best tasting thing in the world but you knew it was easy to make, just add hot water and eat. But you also knew you had to save as much room in your bag as you possibly can…you decided to take the food. You grabbed the food rations and put them in your bag. You now have 75% of your bag space remaining… you wonder farther into the city, you come across a horde of hungry walkers. You decided to fight the zombies. You opened your bag and grabbed your hand gun. You start to fire at the undead. And after a few minutes they were all dead. When you came closer to inspect the zombies you saw one of them was holding a lot of ammo. You decided to take the ammo for your hand gun. You now have 70% of storage left in your bag.

You then heard footsteps coming from behind you. You turn around to see a very tall man, but he wasn’t facing you. He looked very familiar, then suddenly he turned around and you saw a man with an army vest on, the Task Force 141 logo, a helmet with night vision goggles, and… the iconic skull mask. You realized it was your lieutenant. When ghost saw you he ran to you. “C/N!!” He yells with relief and worry. You were so shocked at his outburst and at how worried Ghost was since he was always so withdrawn and cold towards you and the rest of the team. You then do something that you didn’t think about, you lunged to ghost and hugged him tightly as you started to sob into his chest.

“I was so lonely! I thought you all were dead! You guys were gone for months and I was going insane! I was about to commit suicide if i couldn’t find any resources when I went out scavenging today. I-I-I thought.. I-.. I-..” your words trailed into sobs as you clung to ghost tighter. ghost then said softly “I managed to get away from the undead unharmed… but I can’t say the same for the rest of the team. I had to shoot price and soap.” he said as his voice shook from the hard decision he had to make, he knew that soap was like a brother to me and price was like a dad to me. I screamed out in pure emotional agony and despair as I realized I would never see my family again. I buried my face in his chest as I sobbed hard. Ghost then did something that shocked you.

He hugged you back. He wrapped his large arms around your smaller form, he hugged and he squeezed his eyes shut. Then you felt it… his tears hitting the top of your head. You never saw Ghost cry… you never saw ghost laugh, he’s always been so stern and emotionless… but after the first tear hit your head he composed himself. He continued to hold you for a few long minutes before he said “we need to get back to base before the walkers find us.” You nod and follow him, but on the way you found a small store that you didn’t see before. You ran to the store quietly so you don’t attract the undead. You then realized you stumbled upon a goldmine. You saw a lot of canned food and bottled water. You then grab fifteen cans of food, and twenty bottles of water. Your bag is now 150% full… and overflowing. You then fill all your pockets with more army food rations, and some very filling, energy rich protein bars that’s meant for people who work out at the gym for hours, and that’s just what you need to survive an apocalypse. So you dump all of the bars into all your pockets and into some pockets in your bag. And after a few minutes you joined back with ghost, you then saw ghost had his own recourses with him, he had thirty bottles of water and somehow stuffed eighty high in protein army rations in his own backpack that you just now realized he was wearing. You both then walked back to base while he filled you in on his mission. He told you that he finally captured Makarov, but before Makarov was shot he released this deadly virus and that’s how the apocalypse started. He said that Makarov wanted to let out one last attack on the world before he was killed. You looked at ghost with pure rage and agony in your eyes knowing that you and your team’s biggest enemy released the virus and took your family away from you. “No, no… it can’t be… that- that bastard!!! He deserves to burn in hell!!” You cry out in rage and pain knowing he was the cause of all the innocent lives being taken… from the only family you’ve ever known and loved… being taken from you. Your biological mom and dad threw you into the ocean when you were just a newborn baby. A man jumped into the ocean and saved you, you were given to the orphanage but no one wanted to adopt you because you never had that adorable sparkle or shine in your eyes that kids normally do, so you were thrown around from home to home until the people just stopped wanting to adopt you, so your only home was the orphanage. You were forced to leave the orphanage at eighteen years old. And the only family who ever truly loved you and took you in… was task force 141. And now the only person that was left was Ghost. The coldest man of them all. But suddenly you remembered what happened… ghost cried, he never cried. Not even when he had to shoot his team that were turned into zombies.

Then you hear it… the little voice inside your head that tries to ruin your life, that tries to make you go absolutely insane. Typically you can mute the voice, but you can’t now. You’re to emotionally exhausted and drained… so now you have no choice but to listen. “Wait.. somethings different. This isn’t the same cold soldier you’ve fought beside. No. He’s changed. He’s gone soft. What have you done?” The voice says in a very deep and raspy way. His tone held mock and cruel intentions. You started to breath heavily. You can’t move, your frozen standing up. You can’t move, talk, think, or feel anything other than your other self, it’s like you’re trapped in a black endless void. And you can’t see anything… other than the little voice… they look like a shadowy figure, they have glowing red, fire like eyes, and a large sharp toothed grin.. they look like a horror character. “Who the hell are you?!” You screamed in fear. “Hello Y/N it’s me…. Demonio!!!” the being screamed in a loud, deep, and raspy was that sounded like nails in a chalkboard. You had to cover your ears from how loud he yelled his name. The being laughs in a strange, sadistic, mocking, and cruel way when he saw you so afraid.

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And the laugh, well… it sent shivers down your spine what was so intense you almost fell to the floor. Then you put it together, Demonio… it’s him, that voice in your head that likes to mock you, that likes to kill you from the inside out, likes to make you turn on yourself. He’s the very same one who ground suicide in your mind when you wrote in your journal this morning. That very same being walks up to you… and wraps his hands around your throat. His long black claws dug into your neck, it felt like your throat was on fire as you stared into his fiery eyes, your own eyes wide with pure fear and terror. You can’t breathe… you physically can’t take a breath. Your starting to choke as he gripped your throat tighter. Blood starts to drip down your neck and he just laughs. From an outside perspective it looks like you’re choking on nothing, looking at nothing with fear in your eyes. yet only you could see the blood running down your neck, or the claw marks on your neck. Let alone see the very thing doing it to you. Alarms are blaring in your mind to take a goddamn breath! But you physically can’t! Demonio laughs hysterically in a very evil and sadistic way. Then suddenly you hear the voice cutting through the darkness. “C/N? C/N?! Y/N!!! Snap out of it!!!” He says as he manages to pull you from the grips of an anxiety/panic attack. You try to catch your breath knowing you could have had the worst panic/anxiety attack of your life. “Are you alright C/N?” He asked in a concerned way. You swallow thickly as you nod your head quickly. “I’m, I’m fine sir… just got lost in thought…” you say softly, your voice was breaking slightly. “It’s fine C/N. It happens to the best of us.” He says in a calm, yet soothing way. He then leads you back to base. You both were chatting as you tried to calm yourself down from your encounter with the voice in your head. You knew it was never this bad, just a few bad thoughts here and there, but for your inner thoughts to choke you… that’s new, and you were terrified it would happen again.

You knew what he did to make you choke, you knew he didn’t suffocate you, he just made your throat start to close on you like people with asthma when they run a long while without their inhaler.

You then look up and see your back at base. Once you both disarm all the alarms and locks, the gate opens up to let you in. You both dump your resources on the table so you can organize them. After a few long minutes of organizing everything was put away neatly and orderly. “Well… we will need more water, but the food should last us a few weeks.” He says calmly. You nodded “all right, we can go back out tomorrow. You say as you started to take off all of your makeshift armor against the zombies. “Jeez… that stuff is hot!” You say as you put everything away. You then tell ghost your going to shower. “Okay. Don’t take too long though.” He says as he gently pats your back. “Hah, why? You wanna shower too?” You asked with a smirk “maybe, maybe not.” He says with a smile that you can hear in his voice. “Wanna shower with me?” You ask with a playful grin. “Hah!!! In your dreams rookie.” He says with a playful jab to my shoulder with his elbow. You just laughed and made your way to the bathroom.

You turn the shower on and start to undress. After a few minutes you turned on some of your favorite music and hopped into the shower. You then let the warm water run down my face and back. As the water runs down your back it felt like it was washing away todays horrors and troubles. You then put some soap on my hands, you ran your soapy hands through your (H/L) (H/C) hair. After a few minutes of lathering my hair up I then washed my (S/C) skin. Once I was done I then rinsed my hair and body.

(Optional!!): after I was done rinsing my body and hair I put conditioner in my (H/L) (H/C) hair, I let the conditioner set for a few minutes while i started to shave my body. Once I was done shaving I rinsed out my conditioner. Soon my hair was extremely soft.

You squeezed the water out of your hair and dried off. You then walked to my room with the towel wrapped around your body. Once you were in your room you took the towel off, revealing your clean soft skin to yourself in the mirror. You then pick out a pair of short grey shorts and a white tank top. You walk out of your room and started to talk to ghost when suddenly you noticed the little skin he was showing, (the eye holds in his skull mask) was turning pale. You started to get nervous and asked. “Ghost? Are you alright?” He looks at you confused and said “yea, I am. Why do you ask?” You just shook your head trying to shake away the thoughts you were having. “Nothing, never mind. Forget what I said.” You say with a quiet mumble. As you walked away ghost had a confused look in his sad, dead, emotionless eyes.

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kaguyasconception · 2 years ago

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Pre-Boruto Konohagakure Central Locations

1. Ninja Academy:

Used heavily for both military and domestic affairs, established by the Nidaime Hokage, Tobirama Senju. It has been expanded many times to reach its current size, and the curriculum changed with new generations. It is found at the base of the Hokage mountain, this building also contains the administrative division where the Hokage office is located.

The jōnin station is near here, and as the heart of the villages power, they congregate at this location when not on duty to wait on the Hokage’s order, or in case of an emergency. On top of the building is the terrace where Team 7 first told Kakashi, and each other, their dreams for the future. The Hokage mountain can be viewed from this spot, which during emergencies, residents of Konoha can assemble at it.

2. Hokage Residence:

Passed down from the Shodai Hokage, Hashirama Senju, this mansion is the residence of the current village leader. Its located near the academy and Hokage mountain, making it an ideal location.

The building contains many forbidden and dangerous scrolls, juts, and other top secret information, making it a highly sought after place for intruders, even before taking into account that the Hokage also lives there.

3. Konoha Hospital:

The Konoha hospital contains both civilian doctors and medical-nin. Although most of the staff are skilled enough for basic treatment, special cases and certain emergencies mean that the higher skilled medics are required. Research in medicine and jutsu development occurs here.

4. Movie Theatre:

Located on one of the largest roads in Konoha, the cinema is a popular site for adults. This may be due to the influx of Make-Out (Icha Icha) fans, as these R-rated screenings are often sold out for days. Young people do also frequent the cinema, with Princess Gale movies becoming well liked. Tickets for admission to the Make-Out (Icha Icha) viewing are around 180ryo per person.

At the bookstore, the Make-out Paradise volume 1-3 and Make-Out Violence books are sold at 120ryo each, the price of Make-Out Innocence and Make-Out Tactics is unknown, but thought to be similarly priced.

5. Yamanaka Flowers:

This is a flower shop run by the Yamanaka clan, like an invitation to the land of dreams, the shop is filled with beautiful colours and scents. It was opened during the time of the Shodai Hokage, meaning its been ran for over 60 years.

6. Naruto’s Neighbourhood:

Near the academy, always bustling with people. It contains many old shops.

7. Ichiraku Ramen:

A favoured ramen shop within Konoha, founded 34 years before Shippuden by Teuchi, and ran alongside his daughter. Its popular amongst the old and young, famous for their strong commitment to taste and the tonkotsu they serve.

8. Konoha Tea Avenue:

A row of tea and sweet shops with a great view of the Hokage mountain. A famous shop here is the Amaguriama sweet shop, known for its kuriyoukan (chestnuts and sweet bean jelly), and their kuri zenzai (chestnuts and red bean paste soup). It also contains the Dango shop Team 10 visit.

9. Shushu-ya:

A Chinese restaurant selling huge plates of food and their own brand of sake.

10. Reservoir:

A reservoir within Konoha, and a frequent waiting spot for Team 7.

11. Naruto’s Place:

Naruto’s apartment consisted of an open plan kitchen and bedroom, a bathroom (11), a toilet (10), and a small training room covered with no windows. As shown in the below illustration the main room has the entrance to the apartment (1), shelves for shoes (2), a box of ramen (3), a sink to wash dishes (4), cupboards (5), Naruto’s old goggles on a shelf above his bed (6), an under bed storage area (7) and a mirror (8). The training room has a mini (and exhausted) Kakashi plush (9). Naruto is very fond of plants, as can be seen by his collection. His bedroom window is east facing, so the room gets plenty of natural light.

Honourable Mentions

Konoha Hot Springs:

Dozens of hot springs to help shinobi relax, or even train. The hot springs are divided by gender.

Yakiniku Q:

This is a Korean restaurant within Konoha, shinobi teams frequent the place after missions or in times of celebration. Their most popular dish is salted beef tongue with welsh onion.

Hokage Rock:

Symbol of the village, with each Hokage’s faced carved into it. During emergencies everyone assembles here.

Kikyo Castle:

Castle near the village borders, site of where Gaara killed Dosu Kinuta, and near where Baki and Hayate Gekko fought.

Practice Grounds:

Used for shinobi training and skirmishes, more than fifty training grounds available with different sizes and layouts.

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againstme · 6 months ago

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i’m stressed to high heaven and i’m posting my gofundme tomorrow so i can get funds for the flight up to portland, the uber to my friend’s place, and the fee for the storage container payments im having to take over, as soon as possible. the ticket is the first priority to get the cheaper tickets for the beginning of june, and the uber goes with that but the price is not clear cause it changes all the time.. i have to start paying the 150 dollar bill for that monthly by the 28th or so.

so, flight funds, storage container funds, uber funds. i think is what i’m trying to get handled asap. and then from there it’s funds for food until i get back on ebt and something to hold me over until i’m able to get back on my old insurance, and until i get a job (even if it’s shitty like 7-11) hopefully by that coming month.

and my friend is going to be helping me out with getting back on my insurance and job and housing hunting.

i looked on facebook housing groups to see the general cost of a deposit on a room, and then the rent for first and last, utilities, and got a ballpark estimate from all of that for when i find a place, and then also if it falls through and i have to do this again.

security for if i have chronic illness flare ups to go to urgent care and pay the co-pays for the visits and meds is pretty crucial because i don’t want that to be something in the way of me getting treated for a bad flare up or something.

i think after that it’s general necessities like the transit card monthly fee, paying for shipping items that i’m not able to fly with to portland, the cost of paying the storage container that u can’t access for however, and then the cost of getting a self-storage container, getting them to ship the items over to the self-storage place, moving it in, and paying the monthly fee for the self-storage place until i find a place i’m living.

i need to feel confident enough in being able to land on my feet and not fall down again while i’m trying to get stable, because i know i can do it, it’s just so much fucking work.

mentally i’m thinking about this and physically i am playing mario kart to stop myself from freaking out at 10:17 pm

asking for the serenity to accept the things i cannot change, the courage to change the things i can, and the wisdom to know the difference rn for realsies

#c.txt #so expect a post tomorrow about me losing my housing and freaking out that’s why #my shambles are in shambles lololol #i have to do so much shit so fast so i can actually work this out #pulling my hair out

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first-digi-add · 2 years ago

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Meta Unveils Centralized Ad Targeting and Data Privacy Controls for Facebook, Instagram, and Messenger

Introduction

This blog covers the importance of centralized data and social media advertising controls for advertisers, partners, and users. You’ll read about Facebook, IG, and Messenger data privacy and the role of platforms as ad blockers. As the Best Digital Marketing Company in Pune, we explain what a centralized system is, its benefits and risks, and how you can run one yourself or partner with an organization that has an operations center to provide remote maintenance services.

What is a Centralized Data Structure?

A centralized data structure is software that stores data, including brands and products, on a server that you control. The data is organized into categories, each containing customer, product, or service information. Examples include an inventory management system for food and beverage businesses, an app data structure with user information for mobile apps, and an e-commerce product data structure with product details such as sales and price data.

Benefits of Centralized Data for Ads and Partners

Most of the benefits of a centralized data structure can be attributed to multiple factors, including reduced data management and an overall increase in transparency for all parties involved.

- In a centralized data structure, all your data is organized and controlled by a single system. The data is then accessible via a central server that anyone with access to the Internet can access.

- Centralized data storage solves many problems that traditional data storage systems cannot: - It provides granularity, which means you can assign a value of 0 to one and have it remain visible to all parties in the ad and marketing systems.

- It is data-driven, meaning you can assign a low value to one event and see the full data across multiple ad pages.

- It provides security since each record is encrypted with a key. This prevents anyone from accessing the data without a key and also helps prevent cross-referencing between records.

- It provides transparency since each record is easily viewable by anyone with access to the Internet.

Risks of Virtual & Augmented Reality Ads

While centralized data can be a good thing in certain situations, it’s important to keep these bottom-line risks in mind: - Augmented reality ads are almost never fully transparent. The user first sees the ads in the form of VR/AR images. They are then augmented with voice-driven advertising that could be heard through a speaker or a web browser. - For the advertiser, the ads are often located in a remote location, which increases the risk of going viral. If people start sharing their ads online, the advertiser could be exposed to lawsuits or other such situations. - For the partner, the centralized data structure could be used to store sensitive information, like health and safety information and product information. That could contain a name, address, and other identification information.

Conclusion

The biggest risk that investors can take with virtual and augmented reality ads is that they could spark a breach of data security. That could jeopardize the integrity of your brand and end in lost revenue. You can rest a little bit easier knowing that your data is safe and secure in the cloud.

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mightyflamethrower · 7 months ago

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Billionaire Doomsday Prepping: What Is Zuckerberg Hiding?

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4 Jan 2024121

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The following content is sponsored by The Wellness Company.

It’s not often that construction workers sign NDAs.

But every worker on Mark Zuckerberg’s $270 million doomsday bunker on a Hawaiian island has been asked to sign a non-disclosure agreement and swear secrecy. As reported by Wired:

That price for a private residence is unparalleled in the local construction industry—as is the level of secrecy and security. “The only other time you see that is when you’re doing secure military installations,’ says one local construction industry official affiliated with the site. ‘For a private project to have an NDA attached to it is very rare.”

The massive compound might as well be a military installation: the plans call for accommodations for at least 30 people, with food production, water storage, blast doors, advanced security systems, and a medical facility.

Zuck isn’t alone in this frightening trend for 2024.

Zuck, who made his Big Tech billions by collecting data on the interactions of almost every human on planet Earth, is not the only billionaire to be building an apocalypse shelter.

Peter Thiel’s attempt to build a giant bunker in New Zealand was rejected by the locals in 2022 due to its potential impact on the landscape. While there has been no solid proof, rumors are swirling that upwards of 15 other billionaires have been building advanced survival compounds, according to dataconomy.com.

When billionaires prep for the end of the world, we should pay attention.

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Dr. Thorp, one of the nation’s leading critics of the U.S. public health policies, believes that now – more than ever – people should be prepared for the next crisis:

We can’t rely on our crumbling healthcare system to have our backs in an emergency. I’ve strongly recommended “stockpiling” critical medications for years – like the meds found in our Medical Emergency Kits. Early intervention is KEY at the first sign of symptoms. Taking an active approach by being prepared for the next illness has helped my family tremendously.

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Have Ivermectin, Amoxicillin, and Z-Pak on hand.

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This kit is prescription-only – you can’t find it in any store or pharmacy. Order your kit at The Wellness Company and simply fill out a short questionnaire after purchase and a trusted Wellness Company doctor will confirm your suitability and issue your prescription Medical Emergency Kit.

The Wellness Company Medical Emergency Kit includes:

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hopieyuh · 1 year ago

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Food Storage Container with a Built-in Cooling System (Powered by Solar Energy).

In the fast-evolving landscape of food storage solutions, our latest product aims to redefine the way we preserve perishable items. The Food Storage Container with a Built-in Cooling System, meticulously designed and powered by solar energy, marks a groundbreaking stride towards sustainable and efficient food storage. Let's delve into the intricate details of this innovative product through the lens of the Business Model Canva.

1. Customer Segments:

Our Food Storage Container caters to a diverse range of customer segments, from households seeking sustainable storage solutions to outdoor enthusiasts in need of portable and efficient food preservation during activities such as camping or picnics, with a focus on boarding students or tenants of Central Mindanao University (CMU) who wish to preserve their food to reduce expenses, campers and ecologically minded clients who emphasized sustainability

2. Value Proposition:

Centrally rooted in our product is a steadfast commitment to offering users an unparalleled solution for extending the shelf life of perishable items. Our built-in cooling system, powered by solar energy, not only guarantees freshness but also aligns seamlessly with the escalating demand for eco-friendly and energy-efficient alternatives. With a focus on preserving, maintaining quality, and extending the consumption window of food items, our product serves as a reliable means to prevent and reduce spoilage of perishable goods. Moreover, its versatility shines through, as its utilization remains viable at any time and from any location, providing convenience and efficiency to users across diverse settings.

3. Channels:

Employing a versatile multi-channel strategy, our product seamlessly reaches customers through various avenues, encompassing online platforms and carefully chosen retail outlets. This strategic approach ensures accessibility and convenience for a diverse customer base. Our sales force, adept in marketing and advertising, spearheads our presence in both online and select retail spaces. In the online domain, we leverage web sales via our online storefront and e-commerce platform. Additionally, our presence is augmented through partner stores, strategically positioned in popular online shopping apps and dedicated appliances stores. This multi-pronged distribution strategy aligns with our commitment to reaching customers through channels that suit their preferences and lifestyles.

4. Customer Relationships:

We foster strong customer relationships by providing comprehensive support through user manuals, personalized online assistance or online guides, offering appliance maintenance, and responding promptly to customer inquiries while servicing e-commerce, ensuring satisfaction and responsive customer service. Regular updates on maintenance and new features further engage our customers.

5. Revenue Streams:

Direct selling of solar food containers to students at set prices, offering discounts, promotions, and refurbishment services for product longevity. The Food Storage Container presents a one-time purchase model with additional revenue streams through accessories like replacement cooling modules and eco-friendly cleaning solutions. This model ensures a steady income while offering customers the flexibility to enhance their product over time.

6. Key Resources:

At the core of our operations are key resources that drive our success: cutting-edge manufacturing facilities, sustainable material sourcing, and a team of dedicated engineers committed to ongoing improvements in cooling technology. These resources are instrumental in upholding the standards of our products, ensuring both quality and innovation. Our resource portfolio encompasses a variety of elements, ranging from raw materials and skilled experts to branding, copyrights, and patents. Additionally, we leverage valuable assets such as customer databases, personal funds, and the integration of renewable light energy. This comprehensive array of resources positions us at the forefront of our industry, facilitating continuous advancement and reinforcing our commitment to excellence.

7. Key Activities:

Our core activities, including product development, rigorous quality control, and continuous exploration of eco-friendly materials and energy-efficient technologies, underscore our commitment to innovation. These efforts position us at the forefront of the industry, where regular updates and improvements exemplify our dedication to staying ahead. In terms of production, we focus on specific design variations, offering a range of colors and sizes, and ensure efficient delivery with multiple payment options like COD, COP, and Gcash. Our problem-solving initiatives are comprehensive, providing customers with a detailed appliances manual that covers aspects like product features, installation processes, diverse use cases, potential risks, and solutions to commonly faced challenges. These structured activities collectively embody our dedication to delivering a cutting-edge product while ensuring customer satisfaction through informative and solution-oriented support materials.

8. Key Partnerships:

Strategic collaborations lie at the core of our business, establishing robust partnerships with solar technology providers, environmental organizations, and retailers. These alliances not only fortify the backbone of our operations but also contribute significantly to the sustainability and extended market reach of our innovative product. Key partners encompass online platforms such as TikTok, Shopee, and Facebook, alongside crucial connections with electricians. While our key suppliers primarily consist of wholesalers, the specifics are yet to be finalized. Essential resources, both physical, including raw materials, and human, in terms of expertise, are acquired through these strategic partnerships. Key activities performed by our partners involve production, focusing on manufacturing processes, and establishing partnerships to seamlessly integrate our product into online shopping platforms. These collaborative efforts collectively propel our business towards success, emphasizing both environmental responsibility and efficient market presence.

9. Cost Structure:

Our primary expenditures encompass critical areas such as research and development, manufacturing processes, marketing campaigns, and the steadfast commitment to maintaining sustainable practices. These investments are indispensable, forming the financial backbone to ensure the creation of a high-quality, eco-friendly product that aligns with our core values. The cost structure comprises fixed and variable elements. Fixed costs range from PHP 5,500 to PHP 6,500, providing the foundation for our operations. Variable costs, on the other hand, involve allocating funds to essential components like raw materials, including an evaporator (PHP 1,000 to PHP 2,000), a small solar panel (around PHP 2,000), stainless steel for the container (PHP 1,000), and plastic containers (ranging from PHP 50 to PHP 200 per unit). Additionally, variable costs encompass man labor, with electrician services in the range of PHP 300 to PHP 800 per day. These detailed cost allocations are pivotal in sustaining our commitment to delivering an innovative and eco-conscious product to our valued customers.

In conclusion, the Food Storage Container with a Built-in Cooling System is not merely a product; it's a testament to our commitment to sustainability, innovation, and customer satisfaction. Through the lens of the Business Model Canva, we envision a future where our revolutionary food storage solution becomes a household staple, reshaping the way we think about freshness and sustainability.

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