#I'm afraid i can no longer stan

[valerieofavonlea]

I'm still here btw

[matsunoluvr]

୨୧ ‧₊˚ ⋅ how I think the boys from love and deepspace would give a first kiss :3

warnings: suggestive content (obviously?), writing might be out of character, spoilers in general, i get carried away explaining everything because i'm afraid of being accused of mischaracterisation

[story spoiler] first kiss = first kiss where mc is a hunter/the timeline in game

authors notes: i have favourites and it will show CLEARLY in my writing… sorry (not sorry no1 rafayel stan) and i am a yapper

characters: rafayel, xavier, zayne and sylus

link to my master list here!!

more below the cut :3

sorry rafayel... but i feel like he's the most unskilled at kisses because - hear me out - you're his very first kiss. lemurians as a species seem to value bonds and loyalty, and as the literal sea god he wasn't able to nor wanted to just hook up or mess around - he's looking for devotion!!!

(okay, we ignore the kiss in forgotten sea myth story because like come on there was literally no romance mc was drowning)

definitely waits a while before kissing you, rayafel really takes his time to fall into place. after all, he needs to make sure his beloved bride/groom is well and truly his!!!

the type to wait for the ‘right moment’ - but doesn’t force or stage it ykwim? like the time comes naturally - e.g. watching the sunset, or you’re leaning close to him whilst he’s painting

he’s a romantic 100% like there’s a reason his 'floral promise' card was (imo) way fluffier compared to the others - like xavier's was tender-ish but rafayel was fucking melting

he's a sweet talker I just know it.

that charm he uses on his clients? he doesn't want to nor will he manipulate you with it but you know he's going to ramp up the charm to tease you a little

definitely knows his effect on you and uses it to his full advantage (cough cough fiery undercurrents secret times) like whispering in your ear, making excuses to touch you or get close to you

(i think he’d be more 'traditional' because of lemurian customs - the whole bonding + [forgotten sea spoilers] the sea god ceremony where the mc must devote themselves to rafayel displaying a strong level of devotion)

SUCH A GENTLE KISSER OMG like compared to his almost bratty and childish personality he’s a gentleman when it comes to kisses (also because he's kind of unsure what to do...)

the type to tuck strand of your hair behind your ear, fiddle with it a little maybe twirl it around his finger before trailing a finger along your jawline... i can see him like massaging your ear too? idk how to describe it he's a handsy man

first kiss was definitely more sweet than passionate ugawhriulgs he's such a cutie

right after the first kiss i think he’d be pretty affectionate, rather than bratty/tsundere since for him to kiss someone i believe he’d really need to love them (and therefore is more open to being vulnerable)

affectionate as in saying something cheesy probably, commenting on how you tasted or another one of his poetic, artistic quotes (dw raf we love it)

wouldn't be satisfied with just one after that, i can see him going in for a more passionate second and even a third (i mean look at his 'floral promise' memory OR 'fiery undercurrents') in the same few minutes

these follow up kisses would probably be longer and way less chaste, hands moving from tilting your chin up to your waist ahahahahahuwfa

you'd have to show him the appeal of tongue if that's your thing because he's seen it before but never really saw what was nice about it

"But... you're just drinking each other's saliva?" "Rafayel that's hot-"

definitely relived the moment in his head hundreds of times after that night - and you bet your ass he painted a piece inspired from your first kiss with him

any kisses after that i feel like they would follow this default pattern;

if he initiated the kiss i think he’d be more cocky and teasing, especially if he surprised you with one and he sees your flustered face

“Didn’t expect that huh, cutie?”

if you surprised him, however, get ready for typical rafayel childish behaviour, blushing and averting his eyes, covering his mouth with the back of his hand and a pout

“Hey- what was that for!!” Σ（・□・；）

either way rafayel is the worlds silliest man and would cave into literally anything with just a few kisses from you

ALSO KISS HIS COLLAR BONES AND YOU'VE GOT A WHOLE NEW SCENARIO TO UNFOLD

oh i just have a feeling this man is devouring you because puh-LEASEE?? sir we aren't forgetting your 'tender night' card i know that night was anything but tender

xavier is the definition of pent-up desire because this man has been waiting a LONG time and he's not going to be able to hold back very well

(taking heavy inspiration from his '21 days' memory because with his reaction it kind of feels like his first kiss with mc... but tbh i don't know much about xavi)

he's definitely not shy when it comes down to it, yeah he gets flustered if he thinks about it because of course imagining kissing the person he's pined over for centuries is going to fluster the shit out of him but he doesn't shy away form the idea or avoid the topic in conversation

i feel like he'd bring it up casually - like in the 'partner go go' event (aka heartbreaker-chasing-rhythm-game event) he was so insistent on the 'kissing page'

mc was like "apparently you can solve arguments with a kiss" and this mf straight up said "we can argue then" this man is STARVED

i feel like you'd need to initiate the kiss or give him very clear signs you'd be okay with a kiss for it to happen, i don't know why i just feel like he's that type of person

the first kiss is deep despite him trying his best to hold back - you can just feel his desire and longing oozing out of him and he's definitely on fucking cloud nine

xavier's holding your face and stroking his thumb along your cheek and god damn he's good at kissing where the fuck did he learn this from?

the type to break the kiss and then fucking bulldoze into the next one and my god his restraints have broken and he's actually kissing you as if it's the last thing he's able to do on earth

100% a tongue user he's biting at your bottom lip before slipping it in the sly minx

after the kiss he's more flustered than he expected to be - kissing the love of his life (literally) sends him into a flurry of emotions he's never really experienced before

given how possessive xavier is i wouldn't be surprised if halfway through making out he managed to leave a hickey or two in very. visible. places.

he isn't even pretending to feel guilty in the slightest, a smug grin as he shrugs out a half-assed apology.

"Sorry, I guess you'll have to try hide it. Or don't, that would be easier."

if you leave any marks on him he's not leaving you along that night. forget sleeping you two are recreating 'tender night' ALL night.

but seriously, if you leave hickeys over his neck (his canonical sensitive area and where he feels vulnerable) he's going to go crazy because what do you mean you want everyone to know he's yours??? what do you mean you want him as much as he wants you??

tldr; xavier is unusually talented with his mouth and is desperate to prove it to you.

i accidentally wrote way more for xavier than i expected i even cut out some bits holy crap maybe i’m more into xavi than i thought

oh no... zayne you beautiful man i am so sorry... (here comes the one character i have no idea how to characterise + no clue about his lore zayne fans pls bear with me)

okay - zayne looks like a gentleman and i'm sure he very much is even in intimate moments, but i cannot get rid of the idea that his first kiss w you was lowk spicyyyyy

like OH MY GOD I JUST WATCHED SNOWY SERENITY RN I FUCKIGN KNEW IT

that man was pouncing on you in a hospital bed, dishevelled, and kissing you deep my god like the type of kiss that literally as you forgetting where you are

i feel like zayne would be the one to initiate the kiss, again no idea why maybe i'm falling into the dominant zayne agenda

you're probably surprised when he kisses you because he's usually so composed, the 'cold unfeeling' dr zayne - then suddenly he's panting and pushing himself on top of you (consensually of course), pinning you down and going to town.

when he kisses you i don't think he's much of a lip biter, but if you bite his lips or lick at him or anything he's not opposed, as long as your lips are on his and vice versa

after the first kiss he's going straight into another one, his patience has thinned to the point of snapping and now he just needs you.

his hands what does he do with his hands? i'm thinking the typical otome face hold, gentle grasp juxtaposing his fervent kisses LOL

now, why does he kiss you?? how does this all build up? unfortunately all i can think of to match this scenario is something angsty or something along the lines of zayne has fucking had it and all he wants is you

"I need you... please."

this is the type of kiss where he wants to drown in you, breathe you in and just smother his being into yours to forget and erase whatever else is happening/happened

if he's kissing you and pinning you down and you bring up your hand to interlock fingers with him - your warm hands against his cool hands? wow his kissing is all of a sudden even more passionate.

after the little make out session he's going to go all mushy on you, physical affection of an embrace something uncharacteristic of him to match his dishevelled state

in kisses after the first i like the idea that he checks your pulse mid make-out and just silently smirks/chuckles when he notices it's faster and more erratic than usual

"Why are you nervous, this isn't our first time."

he also has this sneaky habit of whispering incredibly close to your ear, the reason why i choose to point this out it because i feel like sometimes he uses his evol to his advantage to like, breathe out cool air on your neck/ear and likes to watch you shiver

the ultimate dominant figure if you try to kiss him first and take control he somehow manages to overcome you and take the lead without using his strength, just good ol' sweet talking and technique

congratulations, you managed to snatch a kiss from the renown leader sylus!!!

i can see why people would think he's promiscuous or a fuck-boy because honestly i see it, but imo just because he is more flirtatious, assertive and... responsive (try tapping his... crotch... in the café LOL) does NOT = play boy

to me it just shows that - unlike the other LIs - sylus is just more forward with his approach, he has that devil-may-care like feel to him ykwim?

"Do I like you? What type of question is that, isn't it obvious? Or do I need to show you?" is much different to "Hey baby girl lemme rock your world tnite xx"

but just because he's got a 'fuck-all' attitude doesn't mean he fucks around with random people, he's 1. got standards and 2. living in the n109 zone?? do you THINK he can afford to let random people close just to fuck???

that being said i don't think he's a kiss virgin, just very selective and honest man when it comes to love and physical intimacy

now, when i say he isn't a fuckboy, that doesn't mean i don't believe in cocky-smugass-know-it-all sylus - he kisses well. and with PASSION. and probably the worst part is that he knows it.

first kiss with sylus? i can't imagine him making a large fuss about it like rafayel, nor it having to be some "i'm-at-deaths-door-and-need-to-kiss-you-atleast-once" situation like zayne, but no matter where or when you two share a first kiss he is making sure you remember

that being said, there was definitely a LOT of romantic and sexual tension between you and sylus for at least weeks before the kiss, i mean the air was thick with suggestive glances and denial

i think you two'd have to already be in close proximity which is very easy to achieve with sylus (touchiest man award goes to him) for the first kiss to initiate

he's grabbing your waist, or your face, makings sure your eyes are on. him. as you two kiss. watching with delight no matter what reactions you have, he admires you through surprised and flustered to confident and defiant

rather than a tender first kiss it’s probably a full blown make out session, just desire and lust flooding out of the both of you after having built up for over a month.

assertive does not mean he's going to force a kiss on you to clear this up, more that he likes to take the initiative and take control as you two kiss <3

yeah he's into biting (wow what a big shock) - likes biting your ear, or neck, or bottom lip, one time he tried nipping at your tongue too.

you can bite him back, he likes it.

"Hah, looks like someone is baring their claws tonight..." he’s really into that whole cat thing huh.

what does mr sylus do with his hands? waist, hips, ass, around your neck, pulling your face in by squeezing your cheeks, fingers threading through the hair on the back of your head, you name it he does it. again, i think sylus is a touchy man.

he doesn't mind if you try to take control, just dont expect to be successful. different to zayne - as in he will overcome your control with his evol and strength…

inappropriate use of his evol has occurred (he ‘tied’ you up and made out with you (CONSENSUALLY))

after his affinity 15 (i think) memory i can just tell he’s freaky with it bruhhh so yeah handcuffs are probably something he indulges in

if you’re persistent or physically overcome sylus you might get rewarded with a resigned, more submissive sylus

the idea or sight of someone man handling/overcoming his strength really sets him off.. i mean have you seen “no defence zone”?? but you’re really going to need to work to get him to this stage, and he’s going to have to love you

“No one’s ever seen me like this, lying on my back and begging for you.”

secretly finds out through you that he enjoys being dominated (BRAT SYLUS FOR 2024) so climb on top of him and kiss him until he’s blushing and panting hahahahahaha

tldr: sylus isn’t a fuck-boy but he sure kisses like one

AN; as an ao3 writer may say, no beta we die like caleb i wrote half of this when i was half asleep LMAOO anyways i hope this was okay please dont attack me BYE

[bum-tan]

Honestly, I'm genuinely surprised that Cartman isn't the bicycle of the South Park Fandom and that the ships involving him aren't as enjoyed as other ships.

Don't get me wrong ! I love Creek and Stendy, and I believe they are popular in their own rights; I just find it weird that ships with Cartman aren't nearly as popular as they could be, especially considering the fact that almost every prominent character has material and a bit of chemistry with him in the show.

For instance:

-Cartman's rivalry with Kyle and their complex frenemies/love-hate dynamic with intense interactions due to often conflicting morals and ideals, which is the base of many episodes. The fact that their very identities are complete opposite from one another, but they still share similar key traits such as being stubborn, egotistical, and driven. Their mutual obsession and the odd codependent nature of their relationship where they just have to one up the other. The constant back and forth where Kyle wants Cartman to change and become a better person, while Cartman wants to break Kyle and prove he is just as bad, if not worse than him. Of course, let's not forget that on the occasions where they do team up towards a common goal and set aside their differences, they work efficiently together. Moreover, they get along surprisingly well when they simply hang out and there is no clashing beliefs or morally charged disagreements. But what makes this ship truly interesting is that despite everything, it has been shown multiple times that they still care for each other, which adds even more nuance to their overall dynamic.

-His evolving relationship with Butters, that started off as extremely harmful and one-sided, is now a more balanced friendship. Butters, who is nice to everyone in general, is especially nice to Cartman and seems to hold him in high regards not just because/in spite of being afraid of him. He is more likely to choose Cartman's side every time there is a conflict and often provides unconditional support. As for Cartman, he has stopped tormenting Butters and he is even nice to him on some occasions due to Butters' loyalty. Furthermore, it has been shown that Cartman confides in Butters, which indicates a certain level of trust on his end, cementing that Butters is a close friend he can rely on. Of course their relationship is still far from perfect, but Butters isn't as naive anymore; he is now familiar with Cartman's cruel nature, having been personally subjected to it. Butters will stand up to Cartman when he reaches his limits and openly express his frustration at times because he no longer blindly chases after his approval. Nevertheless, he still sticks around and helps Cartman because he does care about him.

-Kenny being Cartman's best friend and arguably the one who understands him the most out of anyone in the gang due to their similarities like having the same humor, which usually makes Kenny go along with Cartman's antics, and the same interests (anime, video games, horror movies). The fact that they both have dysfunctional households (Kenny's troubled home with parents who always fight, and Cartman being the son of a neglectful single mother); as well as the fact they're both outcasts because Kenny is poor and Cartman is fat (poor, fatherless, his mom is a whore-) which are all things they can bond over. The occasional rivalry they have (the coon), though not as intense as the one between Kyle and Cartman, is still entertaining. How the show sometime hints at Cartman being aware of Kenny's multiple deaths and immortality (more consistently than other characters like Stan or Kyle, mind you) which adds more potential to their dynamic. Their mutual care for one another albeit in an unconventional way. Adding to all of that is how their relationship has its highs and lows, but they still ultimately remain close friends.

-The fact that Stan is one, if not the only person, Cartman is ever consistently nice to; while he may rip on him for having a crush on Wendy and for being too sensitive at times, it's never truly mean spirited more than it is to tease him. Most of the animosity he showcases towards Stan stems from him, more often than not, siding with Kyle during disagreements as Kyle is the most "reasonable" between the two. More proof of that would be how Cartman will sometime go out of his way to help Stan out when he is distressed, without any ulterior motives or grand agenda whatsoever. He will also encourage Stan when the latter forms his own opinion and acts on his own accord, all while disregarding others' expectations. Of course, this is all only when Stan isn't getting in his way, because it's still Cartman we're talking about; but even then, it's apparent that he likes Stan, even if the other doesn't seem to particularly like him. They do have moments, though, where Stan seems to genuinely enjoy Cartman's company when the other kids aren't around. All in all, their dynamic is just as compelling as the others to explore.

-The episode where Wendy has a crush on Cartman and kisses him. That episode clearly shows they can get along when they work together and that Wendy can find him attractive. However, their overall relationship throughout the show is tense and antagonistic; Wendy is not scared to call him out and put him in his place for what she thinks is just, that alone makes her stand out to Cartman because she doesn't match the image he has of girls (His passive mom, other girls at school who'd rather just ignore him, the girls in the media he consumes etc.). While he usually dismisses Wendy or makes fun of her, he does feel intimidated by her, as shown in the episode where she beats him up. Cartman seems especially mean to Wendy since he dislikes being so openly criticized, especially by a girl. However, it can also be inferred that he respects her even if it's in his own twisted way. As for Wendy ? Well, she is frustrated with him mainly due to his obnoxious and bigoted behaviour, but doesn't harbour personal hatred towards him like Kyle. The implications and potential of their dynamic are what makes the pairing interesting.

Obviously, there is also Cartman's entire relationship with Heidi before and after they started dating, which I don't think I even need to expand on as it was canon in the show and had its dynamic fully explored throughout season 20. All of this, despite Heidi not even being a recurring character, as opposed to the ones I previously mentioned along with others like Craig, and his friends (Clyde, Tolkien, Jimmy, Tweek, etc.) which, by the way, I could go on and on about as well (shout out to people who shipped or still ship Cartman's rare pairs).

Clearly, Cartman is a very compelling character, and he has interacted with almost every kid in the show. There are people who have shipped characters for less (Dip, for example, which is also a ship I like, so I am part of those people), so why not ship him sometimes ?

It's understandable that some fans just don't like Cartman due to how much of a bad person he is, (he is supposed to be hated. Afterall, he represents so much of what is wrong in our society), so it would feel wrong for them to put him under any other light than "horrible bastard". Other fans are just not comfortable shipping him in general since he doesn't fit the usual aesthetic as he is fat (I would argue that doesn't necessarily make him ugly, but I digress).

I for one think it's okay to like Cartman and it's worth addressing that ships involving him deserve more love. Does this mean I condone his actions and agree with his problematic mindset? No. I like him in the realm of fiction only, and that doesn't stop me from exploring and playing around with his character in ways like shipping (wether romantic or platonic).

A ship isn't always "this would be so cute and nice, and it's totally canon!" Sometimes it's "This relationship is fascinating, and exploring it further would be really interesting." It's really fun too.

Got too deep there for a moment lol. Anyways, thanks for reading until the end if you're still here and have a nice day. I'm out !

[wajjs]

i hate batstans who spamming hal jordan tag ughh

I know this is related to the now deleted poorly written post about Hal/Arisia, in which Jason chases Hal threatening to murder him for being a "pedo freak" and Hal is somehow scared of Jason when in reality Hal has no reason to be afraid of him since they're not on the same power scale.

I was saving this ask to post a good answer, but I'm very sick and ultimately it boils down to this:

The infamous "not a child molester" panel is purposefully shared out of context because it has inflammatory language and it's the best way to rage bait people + it prolongs ignorance in fandom circles (already known for never looking at the source material) by not explaining the whole situation like it should be explained.

It is an incredibly scummy thing to do considering how sensitive and delicate the topic is. It is also incredibly telling that it's mostly antis the ones who share this panel out of context and without nuance. Antis LOVE to use words like "child molester" and "pedophile" like they're candy and like these words have no real weight behind them.

I have seen antis pile on a survivor of child molestation for saying they do not agree with calling Hal a pedophile, because in context he's not, and using that accusation as a blanket statement "gotcha!" only helps to water down the complex terms and alienates survivors. I've witnessed antis tell survivors to "get over it" and that "maybe they (the survivors) are the real pedos" for "defending Hal Jordan".

I'm gonna break down the context in simple terms so that it can be understood:

Arisia joins the Green Lantern corps as a preteen/young teenager

Hal consistently, repeatedly, explicitly, calls her "little sister" across multiple issues and treats her like family

Arisia develops a crush on Hal that starts off Innocent and turns into an Obsession

Hal explicitly, repeatedly, consistently, turns her down

When they're trapped in a cave, Arisia cannot take Hal's "no" as valid answer and uses her willpower to age herself up into a full-fledged adult. She must have Hal

I repeat, she's NOT a child. In text, in canon, she's now drawn and written like an adult — a very precocious young adult, yes, but an adult nonetheless.

ONLY AFTER she turns into an adult does Hal show interest in her, and they make out in that cave to then develop their relationship

What's the REAL issue?

I am aware that the context is far from good, but what is most important from it is that the relationship is very clearly out of character within the same run it develops from. Before Steve Englehart, the writers consistently kept an older brother/little sister dynamic between them. Englehart was the one to add the ""romantic"" twist to it and directly contradict not other writers, but even himself. Moments before making out with Arisia, Hal is written turning her down. Again.

This is clearly not a character trait of Hal. This is a self insert situation in which the writer, and with support of the editors, decided to put his fantasy on page. It's not the first time this ever happened in comics, it will not be the last — it just is, unfortunately, infamous all around the internet.

To sum things up before I pass out again from the amount of meds in me:

Hal is not a pedophile. He only develops a romantic relationship with Arisia AFTER she's grown into an adult (in the blink of an eye, yeah). He is not a child molester. Nowhere in the run before or after was that ever a thing. It is beyond me why Englehart wrote that dialogue. Who knows.

His relationship with Arisia has its surprisingly sweet and stable moments, though it quickly deteriorates because Arisia and Hal are at different life stages. They break it off. It was retconned. I repeat, IT WAS RETCONNED. IT'S NO LONGER CANON. And for good reason.

I am TIRED of Batstans, mostly Jason Todd stans, using a clear example of bad writing to bash on a well beloved character. As if Jason hasn't suffered from atrocious writing as well.

Now can we stop with the obvious rage baiting and blatant spreading of misinformation?

short cbr article with a breakdown of events for those interested

[evil-mop-eating-sponge]

So.... I've been thinking and this might not make any sense and is not a solid theory by any means. I'm just having thoughts and sharing them.

There's quite a few scenes in Gravity Falls that hint at Ford before he's revealed. It literally starts in Headhunters, right at the start of the show when Stan gets jumpscared by the wax figure of him and to me at least, the entire episode felt a lot like Stan was projecting the wax figure as a version of Ford who didn't hate him or argue with him. Maybe he was practising for what he hoped life would be like when he got his brother back.

It's pretty obvious that Stan cares about Ford, hence trying to call him once, hanging up though becuase he's too afraid to talk to him, but he still wanted to know how his twin was doing. I think its likely that he wasn't calling to ask for help, but more wanted to know if his brother was okay despite the mistake he'd caused which "ruined" Ford's future and career, as far as Stan knew. Stan also went to find Ford without hesitation when he got the postcard, probably because as much as it kind of seemed like Stan just thought Ford wanted to see him, he probably knew his twin needed his help. Stan is obnoxious in his own way but not thick enough, expecially with all his self-hate, to think that Ford just wanted to see him for old times sake.

Once Ford is back and upset with Stan, I kind of felt like Stan was sort of resigning himself to the fact that Ford didn't and wouldn't thank him or valued the 30 years he'd sacrificed in any way. As tough as Stan acts, considering how the show ended, and how he's just as, if not more, self-sacrificing than Ford, it's a pretty safe bet, that if Summer had ended as normal and Ford has told him to leave, he would have done so in the night, not saying goodbye except maybe leaving Soos a postcard with a phone number or something, a hint of how to contact him because even if not said in the show, Stan probably knows about Soos' dad, considering that Soos had worked at the shack for 10 years. Even if he planned to dissapear, I think Stan would still try to be better than that guy.

So yeah, Stan cared about Ford even when he wasn't around, projecting his feelings and probably worrying himself to death about how to act once he got him back.

But then there's Ford.

In the show, Ford doesn't act caring of Stanley until the very end, when Stan sacrifices himself and Ford realizes, literally too late, that Stan is more than a selfish conman who only lies and cheats.

In Journal 3 he mentions many times what a liar and a cheat Stan is and how he hasn't changed at all. He also continues to refer to him as Family though even after Stan calls Mabel and Dipper "The only Family I haveleft". Despite this, Ford still doesn't express care for Stan really until he's trying to help get all his childhood memories back.

The thing for me with Ford is that in the same way Stan projected onto the wax figure, Ford probably had similar coping habits.

From my experiance, when you have siblings, there's a natural love you hold for them. When you fight, as angry as you are, eventually you feel sick because this is your sibling and you love them and you really do not want to fight. And it can be really hard expecially if you feel the other is in the wrong but there's this weight on your chest crushing you the longer you don't make up. And if you're both stubborn then naturally neither of you wants to give in first.

And I think this is what happened with Stan and Ford. While with Stan the guilt is visible, stemming from breaking (accidentally) Ford's project, it's near impossible that Ford didn't feel this way to some extent. Ford may be a scientist who works with logic and not emotions but he is not, as proven in the show and adjourning bookd, exempt from them.

Part of Ford's obsession with his research and his work could be that it was his coping mechanism with missing Stan, the doubt that maybe he did the wrong thing in turning his back as his twin asked for his help. In a way, when Stan tried to destroy the first journal and Ford jumped him, he was trying to prevent Stan from erasing the justifications of his actions. Without that journal, the work, he'd have to confront being grateful that Stan still came even after how things were last between them. He'd have to accept that he missed his twin. Without the imminent threat of Bill because the journal would be destroyed, Ford would have to actually talk to his brother, hear him out and that probably scared him.

In all his research, Ford let himself become close with one person. Fiddleford McGucket. Unpopular opinion ahead and not offense to any Fiddauthor shippers, but I think it's possible that Fiddleford was to Ford the same projection Stan had for the wax figure. A "better" brother. One who didn't argue with him, understood him, was still there. I think a lot of the care that Ford showed Fiddelford was him partially trying to release some of that pent-up love he still had for Stan. He had all those feelings but didn't want to make up with the one they were for and tried to channel them into someone else. Maybe Ford even thought they were or romantic origin to deny they really came from.

If this were the case, then Fiddleford leaving, abadoning him, not helping with the portal anymore probably reminded Ford too much of when his project suddenly didn't work, he discovered it was Stan's fault and then promptly lost his twin, his only friend, the one who was always there. Fiddleford had been the only person since Stan so I imagine the effect would have been very similar to then which probably didn't help the already muddled emotions Ford had when he did finally see Stan again.

Ford and Stan had different yet similar coping mechanisms to being apart and in a fight. It also makes sense to me then why they were able to fix their bond so quickly after wierdmaggedon. In a friendship it would take a lot of time to heal around 40 years or hurt (pre-portal was at least 10 years if not more) but since they are brothers, twins at that, there was just this understanding that while there's still a lot to talk about, they've done the hardest past. Admitting they still care.

If anyone read all this T-T Thank you :) these are just random thoughts of mine :P

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HR (Stan x fem!Reader)

Summary: you decide to give your boss a little scare

Warnings: playful flirting, nothing overtly sexual

"Did you see what Stan was wearing yesterday? That open collar..."

"Ew! He's like my grandpa. Why would you even say that?" Wendy made a fake gagging sound. You enjoyed having her as a coworker, despite sometimes forgetting she was nearly ten years younger than you.

You'd started working at the Mystery Shack in the spring, while Wendy was still in school, and when summer began, you were grateful to finally have someone to talk to when things were slow in the giftshop. Her and Dipper even invited you onto the roof occasionally. It was nice to have someone to confide in about your crush, too, even if she pretended it was super gross.

"Why don't you ask him out already? He'll say yes, I mean he stares at you constantly." She was right - the world's darkest pair of sunglasses couldn't hide Stan's obvious gaze over your figure as you stocked the shelves every day. Not to mention calling you "doll" any chance he got. But until now, you'd pretended to be blissfully unaware, biding your time patietly.

"Oh, I will," you assurred Wendy, "but I'm gonna give him hell first. I got a plan, just wait."

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"Yeah, and when you're done with that, there's a leak in the roof you can look at." Stan's gruff voice rang out through the gift shop as he and Soos entered.

"On it, boss," Soos saluted Stan before approaching the checkout desk, "What's up dudes?"

"Hey Soos," you pretended not to notice Stan behind him, "do you know who's in charge of HR here? Is it you?" You felt a little bad roping the ever-innocent Soos into your mischief, but the suddenly panicked look on Stan's face was worth it.

Soos began to repond, "Gee, I guess I've been here the longest, so--"

Stan cut him off, nudging Soos to the side and placing his palms on the counter. He leaned close and said, "You're lookin' at HR." He squinted his eyes suspiciously, "Why d'ya ask?"

"Oh its nothing, just" you put on your best poker face and shrugged, "maybe I need to report some inappropriate behavior."

Wendy hid her face in her comic book to stop herself from laughing, but poor Soos looked very concerned. You prayed Wendy had the heart to explain the ruse to him once you and Stan were out of the room. At your words, Stan just sighed and gestered toward his office.

Once inside, he removed his fez, sat on the edge of the desk, and rubbed the bridge of his nose under his glasses, "Look, doll, I'll be straight with you. You do good work, but Wendy 'n Soos have been here a whole lot longer and I have a hard time believing either of them would--"

"My issue isn't with them." You crossed your arms and he raised an eyebrow at you as you continued, "I should slap you, the way you gawk at me all day. And all those pet names? You must think I'm stupid."

Stan didn't look as shocked as you'd hoped. Instead he chuckled with the corner of his mouth and got to his feet.

"Wouldn't be the first time." He said. His arms hung at his sides. He closed his eyes and turned his head. His shoulders and neck tensed and he braced for the impact.

Suddenly your palms were sweaty, you hadn't expected this. Was he actually going to let you slap him?

After a moment, he partially opened one eye, "Well, get it over with already."

"Mr. Pines... I'm not gonna slap you."

His body relaxed and he shrugged, "I 'preciate that, but I'm pretty sure I deserve it this time."

You smirked at him, "I won't slap you, but only because I'm afraid you'd like it."

Stan chuckled a bit, but you could tell you'd flustered him. He rubbed the back of his neck and looked at the floor.

"Look doll--" he coughed, catching himself, "look, I'm sorry if I made ya uncomfortable, I promise I'll stop. But, if you could just keep this between us..."

"An apology isn't good enough. I'd hate to see your good reputation ruined, Mr. Pines."

Stan sighed and headed for the chair behind his desk. As he sat down he muttered, "Figured. You always were a fiesty one." He started rummaging through a drawer in the desk.

"Alright, what do ya want, a raise?" He pulled out the paperwork he was looking for and slid it towards you. You just shook your head at him.

Defeated, he leaned back in his chair and crossed his arms.

"Okay, this aint the first time I've been blackmailed. What'll buy your silence?"

At this point you couldn't hide your smile. You approached the desk and leaned over, your low-cut top perfectly showing off your cleavage in front of him. His eyes darted to the corner of the ceiling and he swallowed.

"Stan," it was the first time you'd ever used his first name in front of him, "we both know what I really want isn't silence."

He stole a few quick glances at you before studying the ceiling again. "What's your point?"

"I want you to take me out to dinner."

He did a touble-take and sat straight up in his chair, "Come again?"

"I like the attention, Stan," you laughed at him, "but I wasn't gonna give you what you wanted without a good scare first." You shot him a wink across the desk.

Stan's cheeks flooded pink, he was speechless.

You prodded him, "Well, did I? Scare you?"

Stan dramatically clutched his chest, "Ya nearly put me in an early grave, doll."

He stood and moved back to your side of the desk with a chuckle. "Was Wendy in on this?"

"Oh, of course."

With one arm, Stan grabbed you by the waist and pulled you into him, looking deeply into your eyes, "You make a pretty good con, y'know." His free hand found its way to your jaw and he pulled you into an energetic kiss that lasted several wonderful seconds.

As he pulled away, you flashed him a devilish smile, "I learned from the best."

I'm not the most proud of this fic, quality-wise, but it's been sitting finished in my drafts so I might as well post it. I will say this is not very ethical but it's just meant to be a fun story, don't take it too seriously

[that-damn-fouth-chaosemerald]

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐰𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐧'𝐬 𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐚 𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐤𝐢𝐬𝐬 (+ 𝐁𝐮𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬)?

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×A/N×

Omg Tumblr actually have WORD LIMIT?! I didn't know it-

I wanted to upload this post with Craig's gang reactions, but Tumblr stopped me-

So now I have to make an another post about Craig and his gang-

Nvm- I hope you guys will enjoy this!

Oh and there are probably some spelling mistakes bc I wrote this at late night and I didn't look through it- sorry :")

×❢ About my work ❢×

fluff, some curse, all the way fluff, Stan's part is a little bit longer, bc I gave him plot, the reader can be gender neutral, they/them pronouns used for the reader, pet names (like baby, babe, hon, etc), the reader is in a romantic relationship with the characters and I think that's all-

All credit of the gifs goes to the og creator!

Fandom: South Park

Character(s): Eric Cartman, Stan Marsh, Butters Stotch, Kyle Broflovski, Kenny McCormick, Y/N|The Reader|You

Ship(s): The Characters x Y/N|The Reader|You

Type: Headcanons

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★ Stan Marsh ★

• Stan played with his video games on your side

• and you got bored of watching it

• you looked at your boyfriend who concentrated very hard about what he was doing

• he looks so cute when he tries to focus on something this hard

• he seemed lost in the virtual world, so you choosed that it's time to bring him back to reality

• he got red so quickly

• his face is all red and omg he can't hold back his vomit

• You looked over the game what said “Game Over”.

"I'm sorry hon, I didn't mean to disturb you." you said as you looked back at your boyfriend who was red as a tomato.

"N-no! It's okay!" he looked up at you with a soft smile on his face. He got closer so you could rest your head on his shoulder as he holds you. "I can do this later." he put the console away. "So what should we do next, babe?"

• he will probably give it back by giving you a kiss on your cheek or on your neck

• it's not important if you do it in private or in public

• he doesn't mind it actually

• he just gets flustrated very easily

• but be prepared Cartman's "eww get a room" thing if you do it in front of the guys

★ Kyle Broflovski ★

• he actually prefers it in private because of Cartman

• Cartman would be like "(Y/N) IS A SLUT FOR KAHL AGAIN!"

• but he definitely loves it when you do it ♡

• he just gets so fast as red as his hair

• he won't give it back bc he is afraid to do it

• he will actually ask you so he could give the kiss back

• "Oh my gosh, Kyle. Of course you can give it back!" you giggled because of how red and cute he was.

• He says thank you by giving soft kisses to your face.

★ Eric Cartman ★

• WELL

• I can imagine Eric as the typical “ "Eww what was that?" "A kiss." "Gross... Do it again." ” person

• yk that I'm an Eric kinnie, but seriously I can't imagine him like touchy or a lovely dovey person

• he doesn't get so flustrated of it, actually he doesn't show any signs of he's liking it or not

• but trust me, he does like it

• he really does, he just don't want to look like a cherry infront of you

• so he acts like he wouldn't care

• if you don't want him to be a hot head, do it in private

• please do it in private

• oh and don't prepare for return

★ Kenny McCormick ★

• same as Eric, he won't be so flustrated about it as the others

• but he LOVES it so much

• he does it with you as well, so it's not new for you two

• he doesn't care if you two in public or not

• and he will give the kiss back with no hesition

• probably he will give much more than you did give to him

• sweet, loveful smooches all the way!

• "Alright, Ken, that's enough!" you giggled as you tried to stop him from giving to your neck an another soft kiss.

• a little blush still appeares on his face, but believe me, he's very happy about the surprise kisses!

★ Leopold "Butters" Stotch ★

• the colors changing so fast on his face

• he really appreciates tho

• if you do it after he had a long day, it will definitely cheer him up!

• he actually says thank you after it

• "O-Oh, well..." he can't even talk because of flustration! He's speechless! "Thank you, (Y/N)!" he sends a sweet, happy smile to you that appeares on his flushed cheeks.

• he loves it everywhere and everytime, so he doesn't actually care about privacy

• it's so fun to him!

• he will definitely return it!

[euclydia-family-au]

Chapter 4: First weeks | Euclydia family AU 

IN ENGLISH

The first impressions of Stan about the couple who took him in were that they were disgustingly rich. It was impossible to joke about them having so many expensive things without some kind of hidden business; perhaps like in those shows that show criminals making a lot of money in secret.

Despite his best efforts, Stan couldn't help but break something. He didn't want this kind couple to throw him out like his father did first.

However, he didn't count on eventually ruining everything.

In his early days, he walked through the mansion until he stumbled upon a room filled with what seemed to be dissected animals and taxidermy materials. He couldn't help but be fascinated by everything around him; he even wanted to make a funny joke with all those scattered pieces he called attention to.

It seemed that this couple collected rare items, as when he entered another room he found ocean objects and a series of very old pieces that seemed even older.

Among the things he found, there was a rare stone surrounded by hammers and tools that one would use to make sculptures or something similar.

—Wow, what a huge one! —he said as he took the enormous stone carefully.

—Isn't it pretty? —Erick asked.

Erick's voice scared Stan so much that he jumped from his place and dropped the stone, which, surprisingly, broke in half.

—Oh no! No, no, no! What did I do!? —Stan knelt to pick up the broken pieces—. I'm so sorry! I didn't want to break it!

Stan had vivid memories of the night he was kicked out of the house, how his brother yelled at him, how his father took him by the neck of his shirt and threw him into the cold street, how his brother turned his back on him and closed the curtains...

—I'm sorry... I'm so sorry... —he whispered while his hands trembled.

Erick knelt down next to him and placed a soft and large hand on his hair.

—Breathe with me... inhale... exhale...

Stan didn't know why, but he followed the instructions of the major, inhaling and exhaling repeatedly, feeling that his heart would no longer burst out of his chest.

He didn't know how long it took, but once enough time had passed for him to stop hyperventilating, Stan sat on the floor.

—Calm down... you're in a safe place... you're in a peaceful place... nothing can hurt you here...

Once Stan could speak, he asked:

—Aren't you angry with me?

—Of course not, friend —Erick replied with a warm smile—. These things happen... besides, you just helped me with something important.

Erick took a fragment of the stone and showed Stan that inside it had beautiful yellow crystals embedded in the stone.

—This is a geode I found years ago on one of my trips to the Gulf of Mexico. I was saving it for a special occasion, and your welcome seemed like a perfect day, so I was preparing it. But thanks to you, I now see that it's more than a geode; it's a rare geode in its type... do you see the change in tone that happens in this part? It goes from yellow to red... it's fascinating.

Stan was amazed at the broken pieces, which had more crystals, were of three colors: red, blue, and yellow. It was beautiful, he had never seen anything like it before.

—Elena finds mineral topics a bit boring, but she loves collecting rare items... so finding this is a wonder —Erick's smile was genuine.

—Then... aren't you going to...?

He was afraid to finish the question.

—I'm not angry with you, Stan. I know you have curiosity and that's okay. And I know it wasn't your intention... although entering without permission here isn't very good, so...

Stan tensed, feeling that he would have to accept a punishment for sticking his nose where it didn't belong.

—You're going to help me organize all these things until dinner... understood, kid?

Stan was surprised; the punishment wasn't anything like punches, yelling, or scolding.

—S-sí, señor...

Erick smiled amusedly at Stan's expression.

—Just call me Erick, not too old... or maybe I am... —that last question filled the room with a slight air of mystery—. Nah, in reality, not really.

Stan laughed a little, amused by that little joke.

After that, they spent the rest of the day organizing things, arranging some boxes, and storing valuable objects in a safe place.

When it was time for dinner, Stan was taken to the grand dining room, where Erick proudly showed how Stan managed to open the geode and that they now had a beautiful addition to their mineral collection.

—I'm glad you had a good time —Elena smiled sweetly while eating elegantly.

Stan looked at all the cutlery, not knowing what to do, until Erick smiled, feeling sorry for his situation.

—Use any cutlery, it's just a matter of custom. When we have the opportunity, we'll call some tutors so you can start learning table etiquette, if you want.

—Etiquette? —something confused, Stan looked at all the cutlery—. How can that help me...

—Oh, dear, it seems like something very pretentious —Elena laughed, understanding Stan's point—, but elegance and etiquette are an important part of our lives... not just this —she pointed to the cutlery—. Etiquette, posture, manners, things like dancing or fashion... they're not just superficialities; they stimulate confidence and discipline. But confidence without character is dangerous, as is character without confidence...

—What Elena means is that we want you to be able to face the world without problems... even if you decide to leave. We want you to learn everything you need to live a full life, without anyone making you feel inferior or people taking advantage of you...

Stan couldn't believe everything he was hearing; it was like those movies where they tell a girl all those things and then she turns into someone different.

—... We're thinking about becoming your legal guardians... —Elena continued.

—... What? —Stan opened his eyes in shock—. P-but... it would be a waste of time... I'm a terrible student. I had to copy my brother's answers, I don't do homework, and I can't memorize anything...

—Then we'll help you with that. Erick is the best teacher there is in all of New York —Elena smiled, determined to win the small argument.

—But... —Stan felt he had no escape—. I'll fail. It's impossible that I could be even slightly mediocre...

—Well, what do you think about a trial period?

—Trial period? —Stan looked confused at Erick.

—That's it... give me six months and I'll turn you from mediocre to exceptional. You'll be the best student of my school. I promise that universities will want to enroll you with desperation in their classes.

—I... don't know... I don't know if I can... it's impossible...

—Nothing is impossible... just give it a try. It won't be easy and you won't be a genius from night to morning, but if you demonstrate that you have talent and ability, then we'll assign you specialized tutors to help you improve. Even if you have difficulties, you'll have all the support you need —Elena smiled with kindness.

—I know it won't be easy... that's why you need to learn many things: discipline, responsibility, and self-sufficiency. I know it won't be easy, but if you can improve in a six-month period, I have no doubt that you'll be a star student who can aspire to any university or job you want...

Stan looked at both adults. In their eyes, he saw something he had never seen in an adult: a mix of confidence, joy, and determination, all placed on him.

They really believed he could do it...

—... What if I fail? -

—We'll see what we can do then... —Erick stroked Stan's head—. For now, let's just give it a try.

Stan looked at both, feeling a pleasant warmth with Erick's stroke on his head.

—... I'll do my best... —

EN ESPAÑOL:

Las primeras impresiones de Stan sobre la pareja que lo acogió fueron que eran asquerosamente ricos... ni de chiste podrían tener tantas cosas caras sin tener un negocio oculto... tal vez como en esos programas que muestran a criminales ganando mucho dinero en secreto...

Sea como sea, Stan había tenido tanto cuidado como era posible para no romper nada... no quería que esta pareja tan amable lo echara a la calle como su padre lo hizo primero...

Con lo que no contaba es que terminaría arruinando las cosas eventualmente...

En sus primeros días, había paseado por la mansión hasta toparse con una habitación llena de lo que parecían animales disecados y material de taxidermia... no iba a mentir, le fascinaba un poco todo a su alrededor, incluso quiso hacer algo con todas esas piezas dispersas... algo gracioso que llame la atención...

Parecía que esta pareja coleccionaba cosas raras, porque al entrar en otra habitación encontró cosas del océano, porque encontró una habitación llena de objetos muy antiguos que parecían muy viejos

Entre las cosas que había, estaba una rara piedra que estaba rodeada por cosas como martillos y cosas que uno usaría para hacer esculturas o algo así

- Wow... qué enorme... - dijo mientras tomaba con cuidado la enorme piedra

- Linda ¿no?

La voz de Erick asusto a Stan, tanto que salto de su lugar y soltó la piedra, la cual por extraño que suene, se partió a la mitad

- ¡OH NO! ¡NO, NO, NO! ¡¿QUÉ FUE LO QUE HICE?! - Stan se arrodilló a recoger los pedazos rotos - ¡L-lo siento tanto! ¡N-no quise romperlo!

Stan tuvo recuerdos vividos de la noche que lo echaron de casa, como su hermano le grito, como su padre lo tomo por el cuello de la camisa para después tirarlo a la fría calle, como su hermano le dio la espalda y cerro las cortinas...

- l-lo siento... lo siento mucho... - susurra mientras sus manos temblaban

Erick se arrodilló a su lado y puso una suave y gran mano en su cabello

- Respira conmigo... inhala... exhala...

Stan no sabe por qué, pero sigue las instrucciones del mayor, inhala y exhala repetidamente, sintiendo que su corazón ya no se le iba a salir del pecho

no sabe cuanto tiempo paso, pero una vez que paso el tiempo suficiente para que dejara de hiperventilar, Stan se sentó en el suelo

- Tranquilo... estás en un lugar seguro... estás en un lugar tranquilo... nada te puede lastimar aquí...

Una vez que Stan pudo hablar, preguntó

- ¿N-no está enojado conmigo?

- Claro que no, amigo... - dijo mientras sonríe cálidamente - estas cosas pasan... además... acabas de ayudarme con algo importante

Erick toma un fragmento de la piedra y le muestra a Stan que dentro había cristales de un amarillo hermoso incrustados en la piedra

- Esto es una geoda que encontré hace años en uno de mis viajes al Golfo de México... la estaba guardando para una ocasión especial... y tu bienvenida me parecía un día perfecto, así que la estaba preparando ... Pero gracias a ti, ahora veo que es más que una geoda... es una geoda rara en su tipo... ¿Ves el cambio de tono que hay en esta parte? Pasa de amarillo a rojo... es fascinante

Stan queda boquiabierto al ver que los pedazos rotos tenían más cristales, eran de tres colores, rojo, azul y amarillo, era hermoso, no había visto algo así antes

- A Elena le aburre un poco el tema de los minerales, pero ama recolectar cosas raras... así que encontrar esto es una maravilla... - la sonrisa de Erick era genuina

- Entonces... no vas a... - tenía miedo de terminar la pregunta

- No estoy enojado contigo, Stan… sé que tienes curiosidad y eso está bien... y sé que no fue tu intención... aunque entrar sin permiso aquí no está muy bien, así que...

Stan se tensó, sintiendo que tendría que aceptar un castigo por meter la nariz donde no debía

- Vas a ayudarme ordenando todas estas cosas hasta la cena... ¿Entendido, jovencito?

Stan se sorprendió, el castigo no era nada como golpes o gritos, escarmientos a gritos o regaños

- S-si, señor...

Erick sonríe divertido ante la expresión de sorpresa de Stan

- Solo dime Erick, no soy tan viejo... ¿O tal vez sí? - esa última pregunta llena la habitación con un ligero aire de misterio - ... nah, en realidad no

Stan ríe un poco, divertido por ese pequeño chiste

Después de eso, ambos pasaron el resto del día organizando cosas, acomodando algunas cajas y guardando cosas valiosas en algún lugar seguro

Una vez fue hora de la cena, Stan fue llevado al gran comedor donde Erick compartió con orgullo como Stan logro abrir la geoda y ahora tenían una hermosa adición a su colección de minerales

- Me alegro de que se hayan divertido mucho - la mujer sonríe con dulzura mientras comía con elegancia

Stan miraba todos los cubiertos sin saber qué hacer, hasta que Erick sonríe, compadeciéndose de su situación

- Usa cualquier cubierto, es solo la costumbre... cuando tengamos oportunidad, llamaremos a algunos tutores para que puedas empezar a aprender etiqueta en la mesa si te parece bien

- ¿etiqueta? - algo confuso, Stan mira todos los cubiertos - no sé cómo eso me puede ayudar...

- oh, querido, sé que parece algo muy pretencioso - ríe Elena entendiendo el punto de Stan - pero la elegancia y la etiqueta son una parte importante de nuestras vidas... no solo esto - señala los cubiertos - la etiqueta, la postura, los modales, cosas como la danza o la vestimenta... no son solo cosas superficiales... estimulan confianza y disciplina... pero la confianza sin carácter es peligrosa... así como el carácter sin confianza...

- lo que Elena quiere decir es que queremos que el día de mañana puedas enfrentar el mundo sin problemas... incluso si eliges irte... queremos que aprendas todo lo necesario para que puedas vivir una vida plena... sin que nadie te haga sentir inferior, o que la gente se sobrepase contigo...

Stan no podía creer todo lo que estaba escuchando, era como esas películas donde a una chica le dicen todas esas cosas y después se volvía alguien diferente

- ... Estamos pensando en convertirnos en tus tutores legales... - continúa Elena

- ... ¿Q-qué? - Stan abre los ojos en estado de shock - p-pero... s-solo sería una perdida de tiempo... yo soy inutil para esas coas de etiqueta o elegancia... hablan como si realmente tuviera algo que ofrecer...

- ¿De verdad crees eso? ¿Qué hay de tus calificaciones? - Preguntó Erick con curiosidad

- Soy un pésimo estudiante, tenía que copiar las respuestas de mi hermano, no hago tareas y no puedo memorizar nada...

- Entonces te ayudaremos con eso... Erick es el mejor maestro que hay en todo Nueva York - Elena sonríe, decidida a ganar la pequeña discusión

- Pero... - Stan sentía que no tenía escapatoria - se los aseguro, fallaré, es imposible que yo sea mínimamente mediocre...

- Bien... ¿Qué te parece hacer un periodo de prueba?

- ¿Un periodo de prueba? - Stan mira confundido a Erick

- Así es... dame 6 meses y te convertiré de mediocre a excepcional, serás el mejor estudiante de mi escuela... te aseguro que las escuelas universitarias querrán que te inscribas con desesperación a sus clases

- Yo... no lo sé... no sé si pueda... es imposible...

- Nada es imposible... solo date la oportunidad... no será fácil... y no serás un genio de la noche a la mañana... pero si demuestras que tienen talento y habilidad, entonces te asignaremos tutores especializados para que te ayuden a mejorar... incluso si tienes dificultades, tendrás todo el apoyo que necesites... - Elena sonríe con amabilidad

- Claro que no será fácil... por eso necesitas aprender muchas cosas... disciplina, responsabilidad y autosuficiencia... sé que no será sencillo, pero si puedes mejorar en un plazo de 6 meses, no tengo duda de que serás un estudiante estrella que podrá aspirar a cualquier universidad o trabajo que desee...

Stan miró a ambos adultos, en sus miradas había algo que jamás había visto en un adulto, una mezcla de confianza, alegría y determinación, todo eso posado sobre sí mismo

Ellos de verdad creían que podía lograrlo...

- ... ¿y si fracaso?

- ya veremos que hacer entonces... - Erick acaricia la cabeza de Stan - por ahora... solo danos una oportunidad

Stan mira a ambos, sintiendo una calidez agradable con la caricia de Erick en su cabeza

- ... Está bien... lo intentaré...

[tikiki05]

Anon talking about Ghostflower fans fake concern for Margo is how they are with Starling too. The double standards the Ghostflower shippers have specifically for Miles' black love interests is nuts. Starling is surviving on her own and her only family is her grandpa, the super villain Vulture, who is batshit crazy even though he does love her a lot, but Starling understandably feels she can no longer have a relationship with her grandpa because of the terrible crimes he's done and is doing and the lies he told her. Despite being on her own and dealing with her own trauma, Starling doesn't just say she cares about Miles, she shows it and has always had his back 100% even if it has meant risking her life because she loves him and he loves her. One of the many reasons Starling and Miles are so good together is because they both stand on business and are not afraid to lay everything on the line for the people they love. Starling also cares about Miles mentally and physically as Miles not just Spider-man and regularly encourages and pushes him to communicate his feelings, and ultimately convinces him to start therapy. The Ghostflower shippers response to Starling? "Oh she's so mean, she's got nothing going for her other than being a love interest, she's so unlikeable, she's so badly written." Which is false by the way. Miles and Starling have been dating for years, she is a good character who continues to be developed and people who aren't just trying to push Miles with Gwen, like Starling when they discover her, which is why the Ghostflower shippers see her as a threat. Compare Ghostflower shipper's response to Starling with their response to ATSV Gwen who has been in contact with Miles for less than a week, treats Miles like a kid, lies to him, says great things about the spider-society to him (which she did not have to do) even though she knows they view Miles as a mistake and he will feel like an outsider because he isn't part of them, doesn't take Miles' feelings on anything into consideration, agrees with letting Miles' dad die and then works with the society to help capture Miles to make it happen, launches a motorcycle at him and endangers his life, does absolutely nothing to reassure him when Miguel is yelling at him that he doesn't belong and is slamming him against the train, then tells Miles "it's for your own good", treats her band friends like shit and tries to stop Miles from saving Pavitir's captain. Gwen did not have Miles' back in ATSV even though he had hers and the other spiders' in ITSV. Spider-Gwen/Ghostflower fans response to this? "Gwen didn't know better! She's dealing with trauma! She was brainwashed! She's lonely and sad! She has NOOOBBOODDYYYYYYYY!!! She's misunderstood! She has sooo much she's going through!!! Anyway it's a love story!!! They're soulmates so he'll get over it!!! Gwen deserves happiness!!!! She's trying her best!!! You people hate Gwen and lack media literacy!!!" Again, Starling comes from a traumatic background but has always been there for Miles, yet Ghostflower/Spider-Gwen fans have zero care for Starling's struggles, but will make every excuse for Gwen. And I'm not trying to hate Gwen but her treatment of Miles was very much fucked up and the way it's dismissed by Ghostflower shippers is mad, especially because Hobie and Spiderbyte also had shit to lose going against Miguel but they still did the right thing even though they only just met Miles, they respected him with actions not just words in a way Gwen did not.

Good morning and thank you for the info-dumping ask! This Starling character sounds so cool! And I’m obsessed with her name, Starling? That is so adorable! And from what you’ve told me of her, she sounds utterly fascinating!

The way you break down not only all of Gwens behavior in ATSV but also her stans/ghostflower shippers response to it was just so spot on, truthishly. Me personally, I don’t necessarily blame her for doing less cause I do really feel for her difficult home-life situation, but I definitely acknowledge that she could have done more! And should have! She and all the other spiders are super smart, I am not! They could have figured something out! She could’ve gone to Hobie for help earlier! Or Peter! Or someone, so she could have not done everything that she did

And I never thought about how Hobie and Margo compare to her, thank you for pointing that out as well. Margo is just like Gwen in terms of how the spider society is her escape from her personal familial home life, but when faced with helping Miles at disobeying Miguel? At risking losing her safe space? Barely any hesitation! She got his ass home (not really but yk) and away from the feral vampire man trying to get him! And she barely knew him! She didn’t even really have any context to the whole canon event thing cause she wasn’t there for it. As others have said previously, she saw a Black boy in need and just helped him! As did Hobie. Love these two, need to get more obsessed with them for real, ugh! /pos

Thanks again for sending this in, it really made my morning! Have a lovely fall day, in enjoy something nice and spiced <3

[pyrettawychwiggin]

Come With Me (Oneshot) - Crow x Guardian (Destiny 2)

The following oneshot contains spoilers for The Final Shape beneath the cut. Tread carefully, Guardian.

What to Expect: SFW, fluff, cute

I put this together shortly after Ch'ak and I completed The Final Shape campaign. I've been a bit of Crow stan ever since I first started playing, so naturally, I ship my own hunter with him pretty hard-core.

That being said, seeing as how my Guardian, Vera, respected and got along well with Amanda, she rooted for her and Crow despite her feelings, honestly feeling that she would be good for him (until they hit their rocky patch). If anything were to happen between she and Crow now, I feel like it would be a bit of a slow burn, so maybe eventually I'll write more about them.

Anywho, enjoy!

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Vera sat atop the overlook high above the Dreaming City, one leg tucked into her chest, the other dangling over the ledge. She gazed out to the skies shimmering in hues of ammolite, a stark contrast to the pearlescent white structures towering over the misty green landscape.

The words kept echoing in her head.

Now, you tell the others that this was my choice.

She removed her helmet and set it aside with a huff, feeling more and more constricted by her grief.

My Light.

She felt her chest grow tight, and the familiar sting of tears threatening to fall.

Nobody makes my fate but me.

Her hands burned with the phantom sensation of Cayde's over hers.

You're my favourite. Don't ever forget that.

Her mind returning to the moment Cayde's Light - that bittersweet cataclysm - crashed through her consciousness and brought Doppler back to her - but at a cost she wished he hadn't needed to pay.

"Vera?" Doppler hovered just a few feet away at her side. "Maybe we should get back."

"Sorry, Dopps - just..." Vera shook her head and sniffled, using the palm of her hand to dry her waterline. "Just a little bit longer."

"Well, alright..."

Dopps' robotic tone was still full of concern. Usually his guardian was far more forthcoming with her feelings; she notoriously wore her heart on her sleeve, but ever since they'd returned from the Pale Heart for the final time since the Witness' unmaking, it felt as if her heart had been sealed off in a steel vault. On occasion, he'd see her eyes brimming with the shine of tears, but she wasn't allowing herself to fully break down like he knew she needed to; the next moment, her expression would harden again; as if she were actively reigning herself in - blocking off her feelings, which most certainly was not like her.

"I'm here," he said softly, almost as if he was afraid that breaking the silence would shatter her into dust. "If you need to talk."

Vera nodded before Dopps disappeared to give her a moment of privacy. Perhaps if she wouldn't allow herself to cry in front of him, she'd be more comfortable if there was no one else around.

The area was silent and still once more, but Vera's expression remained blank. She had no idea how long she'd been there, or how long she planned on staying, but she knew if she really wanted, she had all the time in the world; which perhaps made the whole concept all the more maddening.

"Guardian," a familiar voice broke the silence once more, making her jolt a little. "I thought I'd find you here."

Crow carefully approached her, stopping about a meter away to wait for her to respond.

"Crow." Vera rasped, keeping her back turned to him, silently hoping he'd keep this encounter brief. "What can I do for you?"

"Well, for one, you could talk to me." To her dismay, Crow sighed and took a seat on the ledge beside her, giving her a sidelong glance. "You haven't been yourself since we got back. We're all getting a little worried."

"I don't know how to talk about it. This all still doesn't quite feel real, yet."

"Mm." Crow nodded and took a heavy breath, turning his gaze beyond the horizon. "Maybe start with telling me... how are you feeling right now?"

"It changes with each passing thought." Vera frowned and shook her head, furrowing her brow as she attempted to find the words to describe what was in her heart. "I'm furious, I'm heartbroken, I'm confused, but most of all, I feel.... guilty."

"Guilty?" Crow turned his head to look at her again, eyebrows raised in surprise at her choice of words. "Don't tell me you blame yourself for Cayde?"

"No, I... I feel guilty for feeling the way that I do."

"What do you mean?"

"I just can't help but think about the lightless folk. People die around them all the time - and for good - no Ghost to resurrect them from a bullet to the heart or a knife to the throat." Vera hugged her knee closer to her chest. "How many of them have lost people they'd loved and wished more than anything to get to see them one more time; to have one more conversation with them to find that closure they never got to have beforehand?"

Crow frowned and nodded slowly, allowing her to continue her thought.

"We did. We were so lucky to have gotten to hear his smart-ass voice again, and yet I can't help but feel that it just..." Vera's shoulders started to quiver as she felt herself beginning to break. "Wasn't enough."

Crow shuffled closer to the Awoken hunter and wrapped an arm around her shoulder, gently resting his cheek on the top of her head while tears finally started to trickle down her face. She leaned back against him, despite the tingling of her skin that begged her to push him away.

"No amount of time is enough when it comes to someone you love," Crow sighed, feeling his own heart ache for his own losses as well as Vera's. "Were you two really that close?"

"When I first arrived - after Dopps woke me up - I was all over the place." Vera sniffled. "Cayde was also... well, all over the place, but I think that's why I could relate to him. His chaos was like a mirrored version of my own, just so, so much brighter. He was one of my first friends."

"Just friends?" Crow chuckled, giving her arm a playful shake. "I always assumed there was more to it than that."

"No, never." Vera shrugged. She cast her eyes out across the vast landscape and smiled numbly. "He was more like a big brother in my eyes. Or, maybe a mentor - of some sort? I don't know. I loved him with all my heart - but not... like that."

The two Hunters sat in silence for a while before Crow cleared his throat.

"There's a private vigil for Cayde back at the Tower tonight; there won't be many people there, it's really just Cayde's closest friends." He dropped his arm and rose to his feet, dusting himself off and offering a hand to her. "Come with me?"

Vera gulped, staring at his open palm with hesitance. "I don't know if I'll be able to keep it together long enough to be social..."

"You don't have to be social if you don't want to," Crow replied with a sympathetic half-smile and a slight tilt of his head. "Just stick with me; I can do the brunt of the talking today if that's what you need."

Crow... Vera nearly felt as though she'd crumble. He's dealing with his own pain and grief, but he's still looking out for me...

"Okay." Vera wiped her tears off on her sleeve and took his hand, letting him gently hoist her up to her feet, his grip lingering for just a few seconds longer than necessary. "Thank you, Crow. And by the way..."

"Hm?" Crow waited for her to continue.

"I, uh... I like the hair." Vera gave Crow the first genuine smile she'd had for quite some time. "It's nice being able to see the rest of your face."

"O-oh." Crow averted his eyes, his ears darkening slightly in a soft blush. He scratched the bridge of his nose with a bashful chuckle under his breath before silently working up a small ounce of courage, reaching out to softly drift his fingers over her jawline. "Thank you, Vera."

"See?" Glint excitedly popped out from behind Crow's shoulder. "I told you she'd like it."

Crow's shoulders jumped with surprise before he turned and frantically shushed his ghost, making Vera laugh for the first time in weeks.

"I haven't seen you laugh for weeks!" Dopps returned, hovering around Vera almost as if he were dancing with glee, turning to Crow and stating, "you really do bring out the best in her."

"Dopps! Seriously?" Vera hissed, face warm and flushed at the ghost's lack of tact.

Laughing and arm-in-arm, the two hunters transmatted back to the Tower for one last celebration of their fallen hero.

[acaplaya-musings]

VoicePlay Stand By Me - thoughts/commentary

You really can never quite tell what kind of video you're gonna get when Voiceplay uploads something new; sometimes it's a warm hug in musical form, and this is one of those times! <3

I gotta start by giving some appreciation to how Geoff looks absolutely lovely in this one! The necklace is on full display, as is the silver-white in his hair which is *chefs kiss*, and I definitely love the blue floral shirt! (10/10 would wear it myself). Honestly it reminds me a little of the shirt he wore in Whiskey In The Jar, which is kinda funny because that was 2023's November upload, and this is 2024's November upload!

But like also everyone is definitely styling in this video. Cesar with the subtle eyeliner (we stan), Layne with that cool white shirt (genuinely he looks great in it), Eli with the leather jacket, and Mykal with that denim jacket and purple shirt that's unbuttoned about as much as Geoff usually has his! 😄

Okay, main visual thoughts out the way, time for musical thoughts!

Geoff absolutely delivered with the bassline, just as I knew he would 💜

I'm not the greatest at remembering most of the actual music arrangement after my first watch-through of a VoicePlay video, though perhaps it's harder when I already know the original song and thus my brain is still attached to what I already know. But basically the first watch is just for the vibes, lol. And so a lot of these thoughts are from after an additional watch-through!

As I said when I talked about Be Prepared, Mykal was a founding member of 4 The Love, which then became 4:2:Five, which then became VoicePlay. He only stuck around for a few years I think, and then went to go pursue a stage/theatre career iirc, but while he was part of the group, he was "Tenor 1", i.e. could literally sing higher than Earl (Earl became Tenor 1 after Mykal left, and they brought in a guy called James May as Tenor 2).

I'm atheist, but damn, I'm pretty sure Mykal took us to church with this one! Well done my guy!

Actually I'm not quite done with all my visual thoughts - I just realized that when Cesar sings the repeated "stand by me" bit at the end of the first verse (after the "no I won't be afraid" bit), he looks down at Mykal and Eli and then up/back at Geoff and Layne and smiles at all of them awwwwww

I see VoicePlay decided to do a repeat of Lion Sleeps Tonight in that we got a truly lovely section of Layne on lead vocals, followed immediately by Geoff on lead vocals in a 1-2-whammy! (I swear they do it deliberately, lol 😅)

"I won't cry, I won't cry. No I won't shed a tear..." Well I might!! (I didn't, but this part definitely had me a little bit 🥺, y'know? (but in a nice way of course!)

Not sure what sort of technique (if any?) Geoff was using for the end of his "stand by meeeeeee" line, whether it was a growl or soft subharmonic or just 'regular' chest voice, but it sounded really nice!

Honestly Stand By Me isn't a super long song - like when I've sung it to myself on random occasions, I've thought that maybe there's a verse or something that I've forgotten, but no, it really is that short and simple (not that that's an inherently bad thing, mind you).

Actually the VoicePlay version is longer than the original audio track by roughly 30 seconds, not counting the credits at the end (just going off how long the Patreon early access video is). And of course they found many cool and interesting ways to make the song their own! E.g. I liked the "ad-libs" that Mykal was doing at the end (like "you don't have to do it alone"), and I also liked the build from no percussion, to very subtle/quiet percussion, to more of a powerful beat as the song reached its climax.

So this is a Layne arrangement! Honestly was not sure - I know he arranged Be Prepared, so I guess it kinda makes sense that he did this one as well so they were both ready to go at around the same time? I still wouldn't have picked it (and genuinely wasn't sure until I got to see the YouTube video description) but very well done!

So yeah, lovely sweet song, lovely harmonies, and by the time you're reading this post, this cover will already be on my Voiceplay/Geoff Spotify playlist, undoubtedly! And now we just wait to see what December will bring! (Or late November for us Patrons, I guess). Until next time!

[sawyerconfort]

Prompt 47 with Marie Laveau👁️???

Hey! I'm back!

Let's begin with the prompts, shall we?

I love Marie, so I hope you like it, anon!

STAN ANGELA BASSETT!

Requests are open and you can see the prompt list here!

Enjoy!

(Notice how all my plot problems have to do with Hank… so much so that he's not even in the requests options ;))

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47. "you're so jealous." | marie laveau x reader

You were on the fence about Marie and Hank's relationship. Of course, he was a witch hunter and you knew his missions also involved hunting down voodoo practitioners like her. But that wasn't all that made you hate the man.

It could have been all in your head, but the way he looked at her... And how she seemed to respond, always trying to seduce him like a vampire seduces a victim...

Not that you meant to sound possessive, but it was unavoidable.

When you saw him appear, and Marie whispered in your ear to wait in the hall, so as not to make a bad impression, your brain was already on alert. They spent hours locked in that room and the intrusive thoughts filled your mind with paranoia.

But you didn't have the heart to confront your girlfriend about it. Until then.

"We're going to need your hair cut soon, honey," she told you on one of the days when the salon didn't seem crowded. Marie always made time to be with you as soon as she saw you, you were kind of the exception to all the problems she had, and when no clients showed up, then that was even better. "Make sure you don't book somewhere else, or I'll get upset, hm?"

You smiled and were about to kiss her teasingly when the hunter's figure appeared through the window and sent your brain into predator mode. Noticing your hesitation, Marie looked out the window in the same direction and a crooked smile appeared on her lips.

"Don't worry, (Y\N), I'll send him away soon," she promised, pulling away from you and opening the door for him. Hank was frowning and you seemed to scowl back when you saw the two of them whisper.

And then, they went to Marie's room, hidden between four walls.

You resisted the urge to huff and tried to distract yourself with some of her magazines while you waited, but their secrets wouldn't leave your mind. Nor the jealousy.

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They took longer than the last time to get back, and when Marie left, she had the same smirk on her face, looking at Hank. He glanced at your face and simply slammed the door, looking disappointed, fire shooting from his mouth.

"Would you like to help me close up the salon, (Y\N)?", Marie asked, as she was already fixing the windows. You got up in silence and avoided looking at her in every possible way, afraid that you might end up giving the wrong idea. When you were finally closed off again, you left for her quarters first, not expecting her to follow you.

The rest of the afternoon and early evening was silent, you didn't say anything about Hank or the customers like you usually did, and Marie was dying of curiosity and wanting to tease you about what was causing your bad mood.

She left the dishes with you and went to tidy up some things scattered around the room, still hoping that you would join her. Taking a relaxing shower, you went to the suite and sat on the bed, with your girlfriend looking you up and down.

"You're so jealous, it's cute", she whispered, holding you from behind, by the shoulders, and whispering in your ear. "Don't worry, (Y\N), he's not my type. He is an idiot. He's not even good for a sex toy."

You looked at her and shook your head. "I'm not jealous."

"Oh no?" Marie raised an eyebrow. "Then why are you avoiding me? Why are you answering me with half words? Are you sure it's not really jealousy?"

"No, Marie."

"Well, I say it is," she interrupted, and practically threw herself on top of you, kissing your lips with an inexplicable desire. She kept you pinned to the bed until you lost your breath, and when she pulled away, her smile was still mischievous. "It's jealousy, yes, look at the way you kissed me… It almost looked like you wanted to guarantee possession."

You rolled your eyes.

"Oh, don't roll your eyes at me, sweetie, you know the rules…", she bit her lip. "Don't worry, (Y\N), you're the only one I love and I'll always be yours, nobody else's. I promise."

You looked at her. "Stop, it's not jealousy."

"Awn, you have an adorable pout on your lips…", she said, taking your face by the chin and giving you a peck. "Stop being silly, (Y\N), want me to prove to you that you don't need to have that kind of reaction, hm?"

Before you could say anything, Marie kept kissing you, gaining your attention and your full desire, just as she had wanted before. You two engaged in an intense and revealing night of love, just like all the others.

At the very least, you were sure that voracity and that irresistible body someone like Hank would never be able to call his own.

[sonik-kun]

I feel a level of accountability needs to be had amongst certain wangxian stans, particularly in regards to how some of them make us JC fans feel and have us reluctant to engage with the mainstream part of the fandom due endless hounding and bullying..

Yes, for Twitter users, this is about that one poll that is going around and the conversations I've seen amongst moots about the poll..

After reading what I've read this week.. I just need to get something off my chest about how icky this fandom is sometimes and how it has us JC fans feeling all the time. So bear with me whilst I rant. It's a lot to unpack, but it has to be said.. So here I go..

So for those who dont know, there's this poll going around on twitter for best DILF/MILF.. Jiang Cheng and Lan Wangji both happen to be in that poll.

To both the surprise and excitement of us JC fans, JC is doing well.. However.. So is LWJ.. and so, of course, the possibility of them two coming head to head hangs over us..

And now, in the semi-finals, JC is up against Toji from JJK, LWJ is up against Loid from Spy x Family. It seems LWJ is going to win his.. and JC fans, as a result.. Have felt the need to step away and let Toji take the win.. In fear of backlash and what's to come for our fanbase, if LWJ and JC were to face each other in the finals..

Throughout the entire tournament, we already saw a few nasty remarks from these antis, rearing their ugly heads. So we could only imagine what it would be like should the two be put up against each other.

The fact that we as a fanbase feel the need to let another character win so our favourite doesn't recieve any backlash is both upsetting and really telling of what this fandom has been reduced to.

The fact of the matter is, it shouldn't have to be this way. Us JC fans shouldn't have to be afraid to vote for our favourite character, to see him do well and win and to enter his name or his ships into other tournaments. We should be able to enjoy ourselves and have fun, free of any fandom drama and bullying. The same freedom wangxian fans get to enjoy.

I know it's just a twitter poll, and it doesn't really mean anything, but.. It's just so disheartening seeing your moots feel that way about a character they should be allowed to enjoy.. Honestly, the whole thing has just left a bad taste in my mouth.. I wasn't really a fan of LWJ due to some of his fanbase.. But the nasty attitudes I've seen in this poll, amongst many, have only further solidified that stance..

To the kind and normal wangxian fans out there, I am sorry if you are reading this. I'm not tarring you with this lot. But I hope you all understand that this is the position of most JC fans rn. We do not trust most of you because, unfortunately, the toxic but very vocal minority speaks the loudest.

It really is ruining the whole fandom experience and making MDZS look like a joke and I think that is a conversation that needs to be had.

JC fans aren't the only ones who feel this way. Anyone outside of Wangxian feels very alienated by some of the fans of the main ship.

As a result, a lot of us are afraid to enjoy our characters the same way wangxian fans do.

No Wangxian fan would ever feel afraid to enter their fave into a mainstream poll, and rightfully so. So why should we feel afraid? Why can't we enjoy our characters the same way?

Sorry, this is all mostly me rambling, but.. I just couldn't sit there and not address all the ick.. Especially whilst I was having so much fun, seeing JC doing so well and my moots being so happy as a result..

Note: Just to make it clear, in case I haven't already, I'm not upset with the JC fans who chose to no longer vote for JC towards the end of the tournament. Giving all the bullying and backlash we receive, I can see why you wouldn't want him to win for that reason. A part of me felt the same way, too. I just wish it didn't have to be that way.. It just sucks to see that some people can't behave and let others have their fun :(

[ssa-dado]

Hiii so I’m thinking philosopher + question 2 and 14 on the ask game

Hiiii!!! Wooow I'm so happy you all want to know more about Philosopher ahahahaah

2. Favorite canon thing about this character?

Definitely when, in c.13, she absolutely disintegrates Morgan and Reid for spying on her during her lesson. Pure savage mode. It’s such a fantastic moment because not only is it hilarious and satisfying to watch her turn the tables on them, but it also perfectly showcases how much she’s grown over the six years of teaching. She’s more confident, more sure of herself, and totally in her element and she’s not afraid to call people out. MILF. 10/10, if Aaron won't [REDACTED] her, I will. Also, I can’t help but stan a smart woman with three degrees, fluent in more languages than I can count. And let’s not forget the sheer endurance it must’ve taken to share a room with that fussy, overworked man - likely being jolted awake at the most ungodly hours by his endless alarms. Respect. Honestly, so strong for only [REDACTED] him once. Couldn’t be me.

14. Assign a fashion aesthetic to this character.

I’m terrible at aesthetics because, let’s be honest, I’m basically a 90-year-old granny trapped in the body of a 22-year-old woman. My knowledge of 'aesthetics' is seriously lacking - but since I’m a visual learner, I’ve put together some moodboards to get the vibe across (maybe you can help me out with this)

Left: ACT 1 Work Philosopher Fashion - She’s 21, fresh out of university, navigating the FBI boys’ club. She dresses to look older, more serious, and decidedly less feminine because, let’s face it, men suck and won’t take a “baby” straight out of college seriously. Power suits, neutral tones, and nothing too flashy—practical armor for surviving the patriarchy.

Middle: Casual/Party Philosopher - Her style leans toward a preppy, vintage-inspired (?). It's either long, flowing vintage skirts or other days, it’s chic minis that turn heads - no in between. I'm sure she has a cunty coat collection that totally has me jealous.

Right: ACT 2 Work Philosopher Fashion - After years of teaching, she’s more relaxed and confident in her style. No longer dressing to impress, she incorporates an academic edge, with the occasional nod to Emily’s influence: figure-hugging tops and bolder choices that leave Aaron struggling to breathe. Whoops. Sorry Unit Chief.

Bonus: She looks like the kind of person that owns this kind of glasses (hot grandma)

Ooo also totally forgot I had this moodboard as well

Character Ask Game

[austinslounge]

PR Girl I LOVE YOU AND YOUR ASKS. Austinlounge you speak so much sense with receipts to back it up!! You both not only help put everything into perspective but clear the fog too so a very big Thank you!!! 💝 I genuinely can’t wait for your analysis 😁 Atm it is all very much, he said she said, with no possibility of being able to prove it let’s be honest.

I’m in no way attacking the poor girl as it does seem like a sweet and genuine encounter but I’m just a bit dubious on what was supposedly said. I also feel a bit betrayed on his behalf that she went straight to the DM chat to discuss it and made it public. Big NO!

I agree nothing has changed and everything is still the same in this very strange showmance. If they are still together then so be it cause I can’t see them lasting much longer and there’s No smoke without fire. Pics don’t lie especially the candid fan photos and stans can’t blame his dislike for the paps with them ones I’m afraid.

Showing us the screenshots of the chat may help bring some new info/insight but as it stands it’s just another fan encounter and yet another thing to add to the long list where Austin can’t speak up too deny or confirm.

I just think we all need to remember that only one side of this story has been heard and it’s not his 🤷‍♀️

Thanks girl! I'm glad you're enjoying the blog 😊

Yea, I think it was a very sweet encounter, and she says that Austin was really sweet and down to earth. Like you said, we can choose to believe everything this woman said, or we can choose to have doubts.

What each person believes is totally up to them! I'm not here to try to convince one way or another. I'm confused myself, because it just seems so random, and it's so unbelievable to me that Austin would actually be mentioning the Gerbers by name. But then again, we thought the whole Kaia/Marcello thing was totally weird and random too, until we saw actual pics lol. 🤭

I'm curious about the chat screen shots as well, but perhaps the members of that group have been sworn to secrecy. I can understand that. It definitely makes it even more sus. 🤔 Why mention it to DM anyway if you're not wanting it to go to mainstream? Was this just a way to assure DM that Austin and Kaia are still together? 🤔

Anyway, I'm not going to be losing sleep over this thing. 😅

Let's just all brace ourselves for another Kaustin sighting in 4...3...2...1....

[superstarstool]

Analysis on Dazai Osamu (BSD)

I feel like the draw a lot of the fandom has to him speaks to how well written of a character he is.

He's shown for what he is the good, working with the ada to save Yokohama and kick starting a positive arc for several of our most important characters. But also his bad, being a ruthless mafia member with a kill count that blows kyokas out the water. Not even accounting for his actions in beast where he leads the port mafia sacrificing countless life's and most Definitely abusing Atsushi and leading him down a path of what can only be described as insanity. But despite it all the whole fandom loves him because he offers something for everyone.

His character is written to be a complex individual with a question of his own humanity, he only lives to do what he feels is fun or entertaining for the moment, only pushing away his own personal wants whenever he's truly the only one that can solve the problem. It's already been clearly stated that it makes no difference to him whether he's good or bad and he only chooses the path of right in honor of oda. But regardless because of the way he thinks and processes his own emotions he feels fundamentally different then others as is further displayed in no longer human the book that I believe he's fundamentally based on.

In this book the protagonist struggles with the concept of humanity and inherent human desires that he feels makes others humans. But he seems to lack those desires and grows to be afraid of others, seeking ways to please them through humor as he further separates himself from the concept of being human by separating himself emotionally from everyone around him. In the series we can see him take a similar approach that works not only on the characters within the series but the audience to.

He plays the part of the fool until forced in a position where he must show his cards. Goofing off, skipping work, and humorously lamenting at his failed suicided attempts. But we all know he has his dark past, traumas, and genuine feelings that I don't know if he understands himself (He seems to be at the point of knowing what he wants but not acknowledging that comes from that humanity he doesn't acknowledge). But through all the deflection he's attracted the adoration and acceptance of those around him and the community as the whole. Many characters within the series would put their life in dazais hands trusting that he come through and ultimately that he has a plan that would work out. Then us as the audience are charmed by his quirks and his secret dark side and love to watch him succeed and end up rooting for him in the end.

There's alot of ways a character like him with those feelings can turn out. But while i do see the angst posts and all of the sympathizers of his internal struggle, from a casual watcher's prospect he's a silly guy with bonus dark side. Even for the people who know the most about him (the audience) he gives a disarming performance that waves past any reason to put anyone in a position to want to harm him.

All this to say Stan dazai there's so much in him that I could pick at for the rest of my days, and for the love of god release his backstory pre 15 I'm BEGGING to know how he got into the mafia and how he was raised.