#I'm so sorry about the self promoting - I hope you guys don't mind too much!

[mewtwo365]

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[warsofasoiaf]

When it comes to Joe Rogan, I’m of two minds. On the one hand, he doesn’t really take responsibility for having a large platform that clearly reaches and influences a lot of people.

On the other, if you’re primarily getting your medical and political information from Joe Rogan podcasts, isn’t there a bit of personal responsibility that needs to be taken from the individual?

I would love for people to take personal responsibility to vet the information that they consume and are exposed to. Not only would that weed out the cranks, but it would improve the quality of genuine sources and prevent filter bubbles. Contrarians and freedom to question are an essential part of the information ecosystem and avoiding groupthink, which creates a much healthier population overall. That's not going to happen though.

One problem is quantity, there is simply too much information for the average Joe or Jane to fact-check. If you've ever heard the term "big data" and know what that industry is all about, you'll know that there's simply an enormous amount of data out there that needs to be made sense of that simply can't be done by the normal human brain. We've not only been making algorithms to filter out the noise and get only the parts of data that are useful, but we've been designing machine learning to be able to automate that, to train computers by programming to recognize these things simply so we can produce useful knowledge out of massive data sets. We only have so much attention span and so much time to spend researching to find out what is true and what isn't.

The other problem is qualitative, you need expertise to be able to determine what's real and what's pseudo-realistic bunk. Charlatans from throughout history have used the seeming appearance of knowledge to grift people that don't have the specialized knowledge to know better, and I know this from personal experience. These days, disinformation is carefully curated for maximum psychological validation that causes the listener to self-curate and automatically tune out any evidence to the contrary. Just look at any of Putin's or Medvedev's speeches at how they are carefully tailored for everyone from tankies to alt-right tradcons to pick and choose a line to run with to further their grandiose delusion of reality. Rogan might just be engaging any sort of contrarian on his podcast to appeal to his target audience, but if you don't know anything about the subject, you might believe whatever bogus study was commissioned because it sounds authoritative and you don't have the knowledge to correct it. This comes from a guy who is highly critical of some of what academia does - particularly history departments - you do need experts and they do need credibility.

In an ideal world, we'd have trusted sources of information, institutions with the weight of validity behind them, but unfortunately we simply don't have that these days. Part of it is the institutions' fault, they are reluctant to admit when they're wrong and the idea of promoting healthy debate has long gone out of style in favor of a quick serotonin high castigating any dissent as immoral. Technology these days has only contributed to the information overload which curates filter bubbles and groupthink for maximum engagement. But a lot of it isn't, there's plenty of malicious actors who use every trick of the trade to prey on people because they don't know and are too busy to be able to figure it out. Click-based algorithms, short attention spans cultivated by TikTok and Twitter, and highly sophisticated disinformation programs have done a lot of harm to the information space.

What I'm at a loss to do, however, is find a way to fix it in a practical sense. A truth and information board would simply become co-opted and corrupted and anyone who doesn't believe that is either a damn fool or hoping for the power to be the arbiter of truth. Letting the information space lie has not produced a sort of self-correction. Sorry to end it on a downer, but that's just how it is.

Thanks for the contribution, Anon.

SomethingLikeALawyer, Hand of the King

[two-reflections]

Sorry for jumping in with something a bit off-topic, but I just wanted to give this a big YES! I love this take. Not canon, obviously, but this is why I love writing about my OC squad. When you get down to the squad level, you have a manageable number of characters without them all (or any of them) needing to have chapter-defining importance. It can be so much fun to follow individuals through a particular event, to come up with group dynamics and work out how that particular squad reacts to grief or joy, how a new member changes things, etc. Ideally, a squad should exist in perfect harmony. Unfortunately, people don't quite work like that. Some are best friends, some have disagreements, and relationships and hierarchies change over time.

I don't think the concept of a relationship as an exclusive, monogamous, permanent thing would make much sense to an Astartes. A character who tries his hardest to stay by his squad or favourite brother's side to the point that he passes up a promotion? Sure, that's fun drama. But "settling down" is impossible, and grief is inevitable. Makes for some great hurt/comfort and relationship negotiation though.

I also really love how Astartes don't seem to be built to be alone - tbh, that's one of the most human things about them. It's especially easy to have fun with that as a fan of the Salamanders because they tend to be affable and seem to pack-bond with anything if they can find a bit of common ground, (Agatone and Issak come to mind for canon, though the fic I received for Secret Sanguinala has SUCH a fun version of this involving a Necron Deathmark's head!) but imo, needing others seems to be true of most if not all Astartes, Loyalist and Chaos alike. Looking outside of the Salamanders, I'd say the poster boys for this are Barabas Dantioch and Alexis Pollux.

As for sexuality, I see most Astartes as ace too. Several aroace. I'm not convinced they'd be particularly sex-repulsed in general, though. I tend towards "they are largely disinterested in the standard biological concept of sex and are unlikely to desire or seek out sexual pleasure, but various forms of physical intimacy can be used to show trust or love between two or more Brothers. Some of these forms of physical intimacy may appear sexually charged, sensual or kinky." This may be a weird take too, but I tend to go with the headcanon that a standard loyalist Space Marine couldn't get hard easily even if he did decide to have penetrative sex.

(Caveat: I'm happy to ignore all of that for spicy fic. I hope people never stop writing about Space Marines pounding each other silly. And I do have that one guy who is in a somewhat conventional relationship, though his situation is extremely context-specific.)

Unfortunately, none of my own Salamander-centric stories are finished, and it feels a bit weird to gush about my squad when no one has any reason to care about them. So, let me just say that I wish there were more people writing about their squads and the relationships (loving or otherwise) within them. I know I'd enjoy lending and borrowing characters if more people were doing that, it's a lot of fun to see your character pop up in the background of someone else's story. And it can be inspiring to see what others are doing! I've fleshed out my techmarine now after a lovely Admech fan shared their OCs with me, for example.

Last note - Now I'm wondering what Space Marine relationship self-help books would look like. "The 5 Love Languages: Astartes Edition." "Techpriests are from Mars, Astartes are from [Planet Name]." "The Ethical Squad." And this one isn't about love but for the Sergeants, Captains and Chaplains out there, "How to Talk so Marines will Listen and Listen so Marines Will Talk."

Do you consider an Astartes/Astartes relationship to fit within canon lore? Of course without Slaaneshi corruption that is. Everyone goes on about how Space Marines are indoctrinated and modified to not want such things, even if their interactions are incredibly shippable. Just wanted to know your take!

In my opinion, it always depends on the definition of a relationship.

Astartes are no longer fully human, especially in their emotions. They get extra glands that produce extra hormones, have a number of interesting enzymes at their disposal that would kill a normal human being and, finally, have gone through an extremely inhumane child-soldier indoctrination. That stuff does things to people!

That's why I believe that a "normal" (in the sense of "100% like other people") relationship is no longer possible with them.

But something of their own, born out of their physiology and psychology? Absolutely!

Because the Emperor is not stupid and has the experience of millennia, which he certainly won't just leave out when he's assembling super soldiers again. He knows that a bond of love and friendship makes a squad incredibly effective. He has seen this in Sparta, in the Roman legion or with the Knights of the religious Orders. Small units that are not only built on function, but are emotionally connected, achieve much more! The whole is actually greater than the sum of the parts.

That's why I believe that Astartes tend towards squad-sized, tight-knit asexual-polyamorous constellations. Ideally, they love their squadmates unconditionally and do everything for each other. This can also lead to problems, as even super-soldiers still have a human foundation - but in general it's all very romantically orientated.

With variations depending on the legion/gene-seed, of course. In the case of Emperor's Children, even this bond manifests itself with a lot of competitive behaviour, while Ultramarines together compensate for their fear of not always having everything under control, sometimes turning into aggression and needing very clear hierarchies to feel comfortable.

As a result, Astartes find it difficult to operate individually for prolonged amounts of time - as you can see with He'Stan or Narek, for example. This quickly leads to depression.

But these are all just observations on my part - please take them with a grain of salt!

And it doesn't stop me from believing in romantic relationships (Lucius and Saul!) because I like drama.

[tsukishimashoyo]

Oikawa Tooru & Akaashi Keiji: Withered flower

Oikawa Tooru

" And they lived happily ever after, that's the end so sleep now my angel" you said to your niece after reading her a fairytale story.

" Good night" she said and now sleeping.

You go back to your room and remembered the famous line of the fairytale stories " and they lived happily ever after"

You remembered your past relationship with a guy who proposed to you romantically where you felt so special that day but your tomorrow ended up the day where you felt like someone's stabbing many knives in your heart.

Your sister is pregnant with your fiancée. You're one and only family after your parents died.

" Y/n baby believe me I love you, and I didn't know, we were drunk that day, I'm sorry y/n, I'm really sorry" he said crying and kneeling.

" Oikawa Tooru, haha its okay Oikawa just please promise to take care of my sister and my soon to be niece/nephew, I love you Oikawa, I think we're not meant to be. Let's begin our story without each other from now on, okay? " you turn your back after saying that—trying hard not to cry in front of him.

You went to a bridge and scream all of your pain that lingers on your heart. You screamed and screamed until you get tired.

You went home and saw your sister crying on your room.

" Y/n I'm sorry I ruined your relationship with Oikawa, I'm really sorry y/n please forgive me, don't resent me, I'm really sorry y/n" she said the time she saw you and kneeled.

" Sis, don't cry, I don't hate you, I love you so please don't cry  its bad for my niece/nephew *you smiled bitterly* sis can I have a favor?" you asked her kneeling also while you cupped her face.

" *sob* w-what is it s-sis *sob*" she said between her cries.

" I want to be alone, can I have that? " you smiled on a verge of crying.

" Y-yes sis I'm really sorry" she said and walk out of your room.

You cried and cried until you fell asleep.

Time flew fast and it was until when-

After a day you flew out of country to have a space, and also to search whats the missing part on yourself.

You're walking on the aisle looking at Oikawa and beside you is your sister who's 6 months pregnant.

You gave the hand of your sister to Oikawa and smiled.

" Please take care of my sister Oikawa" you said after you go to your seat.

" I will y/n, I will, I'm sorry and thank you" he said.

——END——

Dear self,

Well I'm here to write my past relationship here and buried it to let go of this things. I'm happy that Oikawa loved my sister with those days they were together. I'm really happy that he let go of me and did not break his promise. I love my sister so much that I couldn't hate her even though it hurts for me that she's carying my ex-fiancé's baby. You can say that I'm too kind to let go these feelings but hey I just couldn't hate them, I know it's a mistake and I couldn't just bring myself to tell them that abort their child for me, for my happiness. The baby is not a sin it's a blessing for them and also for me. Maybe me and Oikawa are not destined for each other. I'll write my story without him now and move on. I hope that I'll come back to face them with a sweet smile on my face. I hope that someone will pick the key to my heart and teach me how to love again. This is a goodbye now.

"I love you for the rest of my life, and I'll wait for you no matter what, I'll wait and wait for you and never gonna get tired waiting for you, so you don't have to worry about me, you're the only person I'm willing to marry, so go and chase your dream and then come back to me and I'll welcome you with open arms" he said while getting on his knees and taking out a ring.

Akaashi Keiji

Those words linger inside your head while remembering what you witnessed 2 years ago.

*2 years later*

Its time to go back to your hometown 'cause you are awarded-lessening your 5-year-contract work only for 2 years, and its for being promoted as an architect and also designated back to your country.

You're excitedly packing your things to go back to your hometown and surprise your fiancée.

* At the house*

You saw the living room so messy— bottles of alcoholic drinks are everywhere. You just shrug it off and went to your room to unpack and plan on how to surprise them but you're the one who's surprised and tears are racing down.

You shouted " I'M BACKKK!!!" while crying.

You saw them kissing, touching each other. Your fiancee and bestfriend are shocked. Your bestfriend starts to cover herself with the blanket and your fiancee panicks as he looks for his clothes.

After he changed he starts to explain.

" Y/n believe me I didn't cheat on you, we suddenly missed you and...w-we decided to drink... alcohol."

"One is enough Akaashi, I know this is harsh but I think this is better, I still need to go back there and I think this will end up you doing it gain while I'm away, and seriously, Akaashi? In our house? You could've done it on hers or motel you crap!"

" Yeah sure alcohol, get out of my house while I'm still on my right mind, I can't guarantee your safety if after 10 seconds both of you are still on my sight" you said clenching your both hands while looking at them angrily.

" Y/n believe m-me, we did it by mistake, I th-thought it was you while we're m-making out, I missed you that I drank alcohol with your b-best friend, please y/n I'm sorry, I will not do it ag-again, p-please y-y/n" he begged you but you didn't listen to him.

a/n: thank you for the image and liner @senyuuno

[jaehyunsuh]

nct 127 reaction to: being interested in idol!reader

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taeil

you just debuted and going into your 3rd debut stage, you are excited because you are meeting idols you have always admired and they have been all so nice. Today nct 127 is doing promotions as well, while taeil is in the living room he notices this really pretty girl, dressed in cute clothes while all she does is drink water. He is surprised because he was never seen here before. "hey, who is that new girl? Is she a backup dancer? She looks really well dressed for a backup dance." He tells haechan trying that no one listens to him. "hyung really? She is a new idol, she just debuted 2 days ago. Why? Do you like her?" He asks playfully while teasing his older member. "i don't know, I was just asking." Taeil says trying not to show his noticeable interest in you.

he just keeps staring and looking away when your about to look. You go on stage to practice and he is mesmerized by your beautiful voice, he even searches for you while you are on stage. After you are both done rehearsing taeil and some of the members go to some of the rooms looking for the staff, they enter one of the rooms and decide to sit in the couches there, for his surpsrise he finds you are there staring at yor phone. "I'm so sorry, i didn't notice you. Hello I'm y/n, nice to meet you." You say trying to be polite, the 127 members tell you not worry and say hi back to you while sitting.

you decide to put your headphones on and listen to some music, since taeil is focused on you by mistake he looks at your phone. "Wow, i really like that song." He says on accident realizing he was looking at your phone. "I'm sorry, i wasn't looking at your phone, it just was in my front view." He says panicking. "It's okay, i appreciate your good taste anyway." You say laughing. "Do you want to listen too?" You tell him while offering him one of your earphones. "Oh, yes, thank you." He says shy yet happy. He starts talking about how much you both like this artist, his music, lyrics and singing. He becomes really talkative and comfortable with those kind of topics. You exchange numbers and agree to recommend music to each other.

johnny

being one of the most popular and few english idols out there, you are offered to mc-ing a new youtube channel with nct's johnny. You were really excited with whole idea, for the first episode it was just going to be johnny and you answering some fans questions but for the next episodes you were going to interview more idols.

johnny enters the studio where you are recording, you are already sitting and waiting excited to start the show. Johnny is mesmerized by your beauty and the sweet way you talk to everyone in the room. "Hi, my name is johnny, I'm a really big fan of you. I'm glad we can work together." He says smiling confidently. "Oh, hi I'm y/n, thank you. I'm excited to work with you too." You began the show and answer the fans questions comfortably, even tho this was the first time you met each other you were always laughing and joking with each other.

you are finished recording and picking your stuff to leave, when johnny grabs your wrist. "Hey i want to show you something." You follow him in agreement. You both end up in the rooftop of the building. It was dark already and you could see the beautiful lights of the city of Seoul. "Wow this is beautiful, how did you knew about this." You say smiling while looking at the beautiful landscape. "I've worked here before recording some stuff and i found out about it once." He says smiling.

"And why did you decided to take me here, we just met." You say facing him. "I don't know, you are a really nice and pretty girl so i felt like we could come here and talk, get to know each other better." He says flirty getting close to you. "Okay, great. So this is were you take all the 'nice and pretty girls', now i feel special?" You say say smiling while being sarcastic. "Look babe, i haven't been interested in someone for a long time, don't worry I'm not a player, but i needed a way to spend some time alone just the two of us." He says being direct and getting closer. You smile knowing you want to go out with this guy as soon as possible. "Don't you think we are going a little bit fast?" You say taking a step closer to him. "If you are okay with this I'm okay with it too. So are you gonna let me take you on a date tomorrow." He says staring right into your eyes putting a piece of your hair behind your ear. "Okay, pick me up at 6." You say flirty biting your bottom lip and leaving just making him wanting you even more.

taeyong

you are excited that even tho you just started your idol career you are already having your own radio show, you are able to express yourself, interview some idols and also share music that you like.

today you are having taeyong from nct to come to you show since he has his solo debut. Taeyong enters the studio and when looks at you he immediately blushes and becomes shy, he greets you being polite and nice and you give him a comforting smile. You start the show by asking him some questions about how he feels about his solo album, the writing and producing process, the concept and what inspires him. You chat comfortably and even laugh a lot, everyone is surprised that taeyong is being so open even tho he just met you. Taeyong couldn't stop smiling since the beginning of the interview because you totally got his heart.

the show ends and you greet all of the staff while taeyong does too. You get out of the recording room and go to the rest area, in there taeyong approaches to you. "Hi." He says giving a cute smile. You say hi back smiling too. "I wanted to tell you that you were amazing at the show and i really enjoyed it." He tells you while he keeps smiling. "Thank you, i had fun too in this interview." You tell him. "Uhm, i wanted to know... do you come up with this questions or the staff gives them to you." He asks while being curious. "Oh, i make them myself. Sometimes i write them down or i just come with them on the spot, it depends on the artist and on how the interview is going." You say smiling. "Since you seemed so happy taking about your music it was really easy and comfortable to make this interview."

Hearing you say all of that completely caught taeyong's heart, it was like he had heart eyes forming, he was nervous and didn't even knew how to react. "Well if you don't mind, i really liked talking to you, maybe we can talk just the two us, without the public listening and grab some coffee after you are free?" He says nervous yet with a sweet smile. "Yes !! I would to listen more about you and get to know you better to." You say playfully. At this point taeyong was over the moon, really happy and proud of himself.

yuta

there is a new football (soccer for some of you) variety show you are being part of. This is the first time you are part of the official cast for a variety program, you just have been as a guest but never as part of the cast. There some many talented and popular mc's, actors and idols as part of your team so you are really excited to learn from them.

yuta arrives to the football camp were the show is being recorded, he feels happy that he can connect something so special to him with his idol side as well. He gets dressed in his sports clothes and stretches since this shows involves some physical activity. He is introduced to the rest of the cast and he greets everyone with his big and bright smile, he reaches into you and goes surprised since he has never met you before, also there is only two girls in the cast but the other one is a well known actress so he feels curious about you.

He tries not to stare so much at you but he finds your excitement and energy really adorable. You start recording and you are divided in duos, by luck yuta was your partner and you were excited since he was experienced with it. "Oh no, I'm doomed." He says playfully while laughing. You pout and make puppy eyes making him feel a little bit bad about his joke. "Hey i was just kidding, i will help you to be good." He says in a low voice really close to your face, which makes you blush but you nod your hair in agreement.

you are supposed to do basic stuff, like passing the ball to your partner, kicking it through some cones and then doing some penalties. You were doing pretty bad what made you feel bad and embarrased for yuta since he was your partner. You are taking a break and he approaches to you. "Y/n, you are doing really well don't worry". He says giving a warming smile. "I'm terrible and you know it, but i appreciate your effort in making me feel better." You tell him while looking at the floor.

"I mean it, if we don't win this time we will do it next time. Listen, you are an idol not a freaking football player, you just have to have fun." He says calmly with a comforting vibe. "Not everyone is good in many areas as i am". He says playful with a big smile in his face. "Thank you, that didn't made feel even useless in football." You say laughing. "Well, if you don't mind we can go and practice on the weekend, i know a good place where there's no many people so you don't hurt anyone while kicking the ball." He says while laughing and you punch his arm. "But no really we can go there and maybe eat something later." He says now with a serious face and flirty vibe. "Okay it sounds nice, i will accept your help then." You tell him smiling as well. Yuta felt weird since his normal self is really competitive and would have been slightly annoyed by you, but you captivated him as soon as he saw you, so him helping you was a great opportunity to approach to you.

doyoung

you are really excited because sm entertainment has sent you TVXQ tickets. You debuted just a year ago and you are excited that you are already being included in such cool things, even if it's just going to a concert. You were curious thinking about what idols were going to be there since so many idols end up going to their concerts.

doyoung enters the arena and his manager leads him to his seat, as the other invited artists he is sitting in vip seats. He goes closer to his designated seat at it's surprised but finding out he is sitting next to a girl he doesn't know. "Hi, excuse me, I'm doyoung from nct, nice to meet you." He says while shaking tour head slightly bowing to you. "I hope it's olay if i seat next to you, are you okay with that?" He says giving a shy smile looking nervous. "Oh, it's totally okay, i actually didn't wanted to seat by myself so I'm glad you are my partner." You say giving a big smile which warmed his heart.

the concert starts and doyoung stares at you, you have been singing and moving your lightstick since the concert started, reacting happily at every single stage, song and even the effects. He was glad he was with someone who was so genuine and not hiding her expressions at all, since some idols don't even react being at a concert. You react and laugh, sharing your thoughts with doyoung while he just nods his head laughing and smiling at you. He couldn't believe how nice you were. He wished this concert lasts forever.

The last song was performed and the duo waves saying goodbye to the fans. You are waiting for people to leave so you can leave as well. "Uhm, i know this might be unexpected but i have two tickets that the company gave for exo's concert. Since you enjoyed this so much i was wondering if you would like to go?" He says with a shy smile. "Oh my god yes! I love them so much, you are so nice, thank you." You tell him excited. "But the thing is that you have to go with me again." He says firm with a confident smile. "I would love too, i like seeing you smile while i was saying nonsense stuff, it was so sweet. You say while feeling touched. "Oh no no, i love hearing you talk, that's why i want to see you again." He says giving a warm smile. "Okay, see you next week then." You say to him while winking and leaving with your manager. After you left doyoung gasped letting out all the nervousness you made him feel while he smiles at himself.

jaehyun

since he is experienced with idols being around him all the time, talking to him and trying to get his attention, it was new to him to find out about this new idol y/n, she just debuted but has been training for years and it's already so professional and talented. He saw you for the first time at a little event where other idols were, he saw your mv and heard your album before and thought you were stunning and talented, but didn't had the opportunity to approach to you.

then he turns on tv and he watches your debut stage, he is shooked by the you dance, how stable you are and your mesmerizing stage presence. He knew that he definitely had to meet you.

there was a festival were nct 127 and you were both performing, as soon as he arrives the arena you cross paths with you, the staff introduces you to the 127 members and obviously, to jaehyun. His vibe is different and kinda intimidating, it just leaves you intrigued. You are left alone and he starts chatting with you comfortably, he asks about music taste, debut and whose friends you have in common, during the whole conversation he has really nice and friendly trying to hide his flirty side. He asks for your number and tells you to hang out when you have time.

suddenly your new friend bambam invites you to a little party at his house so you can meet new people and make friends, since you are new you accept. And there he was, jung jaehyun at the end of the living room. He immediately goes to you and starts talking, now he is being more teasing and flirty that before, he is being really straightforward and you can't deny you like that.

"So tell me more about you, how has the whole idol life been for you? Is it all new?" He asks curious. "Yes, everything it's so different. Everyone is always watching my steps, expecting something from me, fake people try to be my friends and famous guys thinking i want to date all of them." You say annoyed. "I totally understand, everyone is always expecting me to have the 'prince charming' image and sometimes is exhausting having to behave certain way, also it makes some girls expect me to fall for them and be really romantic." He says open up to you, which surprises you since, for what you know, he doesn't open up easily. "But right now I'm interested in just one girl that I've met for a while now. She seems to be down to earth, i feel like she is gonna accept the real me." He says taking sip of his drink and staring at you playfully. "Oh really?" You say teasing as well.

"Tell me more about her." You say while smiling. "Well, she is beautiful, kind, friendly and she never ever! Cares about what anyone says. She is so real and smart, i can't wait to take her out. Oh also! She is really really hot." He says giving a flirty and teasing smile. "Wow, she seems like a really nice girl, i hope you get her." You say playing along with him. "So do you wanna go out to take dinner tomorrow? I will take care of you, i promise." He asks without hesitation whispering at your ear which makes your body become weak. "Yes, i would love to." You answer rally close to his lips, teasing him as well.

winwin

in the last few months lots of clothing brands have been offering you modeling contracts to promote them, that has made magazines gain a lot of interest in you as well.

winwin has been really into modeling lately, brands and magazines from korean and china all want to have him in their team. A really big and important project came to him which made him really excited, it was a photoshoot with vogue korea! At the meeting he was told they were doing this with the purpose of promoting a clothing brand but also making a really aesthetically beautiful photoshoot, he is also told that that in this project he will be collaborating with a female idol who is getting popular in the modeling business as well. He was excited with the whole idea and curious to know who his partner was.

the day of the photoshoot finally comes, he enters the makeup and hair room and sees a really cute girl getting done while talking excited and smiling to the staff members, he immediately smiles feeling moved by the girl's excitement. He sits next to her and wonders if she if his partner for the photoshoot. He is getting done and constantly looking at the mirror to see the pretty girl sitting next him. He feels shy and nervous about her and doesn't even knows why.

the staff enters the room and introduces the two of you. You give winwin and kind and warming smile, he feels captivated by you and is curious to get to know you better. You both put your outfits on and are called to finally start the photoshoot. The concept and scenario were really artistic, romantic and beautiful, you felt like you were in a movie. You are told what type of poses and vibes you should do and you proceed to follow the instructions. "I need you two to come closer, like if you were in love. Winwin hold y/n's hip in a romantic way." The photographer says. Winwin proceeds to hold your hip asking you for permission. "It's okay." You tell him with a warm smile.

you have already been two hours taking pictures, making poses, changing clothes, makeup and scenarios and now you are finally done. During the whole photoshoot you both started to create a close bond between the two of you, feeling even more and more comfortable with each other. You head to the makeup and hair room one more time to finally take you makeup off and hange into comfy clothes. You are both wearing a jean and t-shirt looking at your phones, the stylists and makeup artists left the room so it was just the two of you there.

"Hey, i really liked working with you today, you are really talented." Winwin says with a kind smile. "I really liked working with you too! You are really talented as well and you also made feel really comfortable. Thank you for that." You say giving him a smile back. "I know this might sound straightforward and daring but... do you want to have dinner tonight? I had a lot of fun with you and i want to know you better." He says shy. "I would love too, to be honest you have been my favorite coworker so far." You smile. "So wait...is this a date?" You say shy. "If you want it to be one, i would like it." He says now with a flirty vibe. "Okay, let's go on a date then". You say while biting your bottom lip.

jungwoo

jungwoo has been a fan y/n since debut, he really likes your style, music, concept, dancing and everything that has to do with you. He is always wishing you go to the same events, have the same friends, go to the same hair shop or promote at the same time but none of those things came true.

you are having your first mini tour starting in seoul, since it was announced jungwoo was really excited about and he was expecting not to have any schedule so he could go. Finally he tells some of the members and they agree to go with him. He entered the arena and was so smiley and happy, the members found his excitement really adorable and the proceed to go to their seats.

the concert starts and you began to perform. "Hello Seoul, i hope you have fun tonight, please take of me. I will make sure you have a good time tonight." You say waving and smiling to the public. During the show you would have small talks and even do some aegyo to the public, all of these things just make jungwoo's love grow for you. Since nct are idols they get special seats so in the middle of the show the cameras film them so you can see the idols that came to your concert. "Hi, we have mark, johnny, haechan and jungwoo from nct here tonight." You say smiling while the nct members smile and wave to the camera as well. "Did you have fun? Have you like the show so far". You ask them, and they make thumbs up and smiling affirming. "Thank you a lot for coming, maybe you should go backstage later so i can get to know you since a big fan." The camera focus haechan who is nodding his head really hard making you and the public laugh. When you said that jungwoo's heart was about to get out of his chest, he know couldn't wait until the show was over.

the concert ends and you quickly change your clothes so you can receive you guests. Nct walks the hallway and find you standing giving them a warm welcome with a big smile. "Hi, nice to meet you all I'm y/n." You say smiling and bowing at them. They all introduce each other and shake hands with you, after jungwoo had to shake your hand he was speechless, he was all red, smiley and shy, the cutest boy ever.

You talk for a while and you all notice that jungwoo hasn't been really talkative. "Hey, actually i wanted to tell you something. My friend here is a big fan of yours, he actually invited us to come with him since he was really excited." Haechan says while hugging jungwoo. "Oh wow, really? That's such a honor!" You say smiling and patting jungwoo's shoulder. "Uhm, y-yes, I've like your music since debut, it really suits my style." Jungwoo says nervous. The members slowly leave the two of you alone so you can talk comfortably which, at the beginning makes jungwoo nervous but he manages to gain confidence since you are really nice and immersed in the conversation.

"Well, as you know I'm a big fan of yours, I've wanted to meet you before but we never had the opportunity to meet you. "Since we have become comfortable with each other would like to be my friend? I mean we can hang out and eat with the members too so you don't feel weird". He says doubtful but with a sweet smile. "Yes, i really would like to be friends. It's okay we can eat something just two to of use, I'm okay with it." You say smiling.

mark

it's been already 4 months since your debut and you can't wait to have your 1st comeback !! Your company told you that for this 1st mini album the wanted to include some collabs, a vocal one and a rap one. You were really excited with this idea, even tho you didn't knew who the collabs were going to be with. You wrote and co-wrote a lot of songs for this album so you were curious if one of the collaborators were going to be into writing their own parts for their songs, you love writing so someone adding their own lyrics and feelings to your songs was just amazing for you.

mark has been said he is collaborating with idol y/n who is in the making of her new album, he is also said that y/n said he could write his own lyrics for his rap and verses and eve tho he didn't know her yet he was really excited and thankful with that idea.

he enters your company and leads into the studio. Your managers introduce you to each other and then they just leave you with your writer and producer. Since he entered the studio he noticed youe excitment for making music, how involved you were in it and how you wanted to know about everything. You talk a lot about music which makes him feel like he is talking to one of his best friends.

"this is the song we are doing together." You tell him showing a piece of paper. "I know you already listened to the demo but i wanted to know if there's something i should change. I'm a big fan of your work so i would like to have your opinion." His eyes became brighter and he flashed the biggest smile, he was happy you were reaching into him for help and also complimenting him. He reads the lyrics while nodding his head, he just marks a few verses and proposes you lines that could go better. "You really did a great job with this one, you are a good writer." He says while smiling. Then he begins to play the song on his guitar while singing the whole song, you join as well and he smiles and becomes shy but keeps singing.

After that you have a good time jamming with his guitar and talking about the same interests. He finally records his part of the song, you were really happy and pleased with it. "Wow, you are so amazing. Only your rap is better than my whole song." You tell him while laughing. "Oh no no, thank you but your song is amazing, I'm glad i can be part of it." He says while giving you a warm smile. "I was thinking if you would like to go to the han river with me? It's a nice place to play the guitar and we can also sing and see if we come up with any lyrics." He says looking a little but nervous buy adorable. "Yes, i totally want to see if we can come with another collab soon." You tell him grabbing you bag so you can go to the han river.

haechan

as a rookie idol you are invited to do a collab stage with some idols who are close to your age and that includes nct's haechan. As soon as the news are told to haechan he becomes really hype and excited about it, he has liked you since the beginning and he really likes you.

you enter the practice room at sm entertaiment which is were you are rehearsing for your collab stage. As soon as you walk into the room haechan becomes flustered and nervous, he was wondering what was happening to him since he isn't like that, he is always confident and cheerful with everyone, why were you making him so nervous?

"hello, I'm sorry I'm the last one to arrive." You say really embarrased because you arrived a little bit later. "It's okay, the choreographer hasn't come yet so we are fine." Han jisung says, who is also part of the collab stage. After everyone being weird and in silence the choreographer comes and the practice begin. "Haechan, y/n, you are having a dance break together at min 5:20 so you better work together, you need to practice together as much as you can. You both stare shyly at each other and nod to the choreographer. He teaches you the dance break amd haechan and you have to be on synch and really close also.

the rehearsal is finished and haechan finally gains to courage to approach to you properly. "Hi, i think i haven't introduced myself." He says smiling. "Im haechan, i really like you and your music." You smile back at him. "Hi, I'm y/n, I'm glad you like me. I'm happy that we get to do this together." You say being shy. "Yes, i think we should practice. Do you want to come over tomorrow so just the two of us can practice our part? " He says with a kind smile. "Yes, i will come, thanks for the invitation." You tell him while smiling. "Also you seem really nice. Do you mind if i treat you dinner afterwards? He says confident with a flirty look. "Okay, i will really like that." You say smiling at him while leaving the practice room. After you leave he smiles at himself knowing that he succeed.

[pmiller1]

Waluigi: Wa-here do you think Wa-our going Sprin?!

Spring Man: Just out for a fresh air. Chill dude.

Waluigi: Wu-our Wa-ear hading to Hands to be a fighter, Wa-ear you.

Spring Man: What, Dude, Why would I do that?

Waluigi: Wa-our know wa-ye! Ever sent they announce a fighter from your universe. They be talking about wa-ou.

Spring Man: So, I can't help that my fan had high up for me, being a new fighter.

Waluigi: WaHa! So you admit it. That yowww will be the next fighter?!

Spring Man: Dude, Even I don't know who they gonna pick. All that I know it from my universe.

Ashley: Waluigi, are you bothering Spring Man? I told you it could not be a big deal.

Knuckles: Give the guy brake.

Nikki: It may not even be Spring Man.

Waluigi: But it had to be him. If he could be a fighter, they mean that we---

Isaac: We been through this, they will not make you be a fighter, Waluigi, not after what happen with the Hands.

Lyn: Even if is Spring Man, it doesn't mean they would promoted another Assist Trophy into a New fighter.

Waluigi: What about you guys, do you want to real fighter too?

Assist Trophies: .........

Waluigi: You see, I'm not the only one.

Alucard: Look, we get it, you had high hope for being a fighter character. But you gotta face the facts. We was pick to be Assist them, nothing more, nothing less.

Phosphora: And really, I like fighting on the sideline, why can't you?

Yuri: I agreed with Phosphora, I don't think that I could handle myself being in a real fight.

Marie: And really, what move could I and Callie had that isn't the same our fellow inkling.

Shadow: I rather be myself then be a echo of Sonic, because that what I would be if I join the roster.

Rodin: Yeah, Nothing wrong with giving a helping hand in this fight club of our.

Jeff: I would be useless as a real fighter. Even if I help Ness, I'd prefer to assist.

Midna: As my true self, sure, but I am a Imp here! For no real reason...

Dillon: And don't forget that some haven't head real combat. Not even you Waluigi.

Shovel Knight: Unless you planning to be Tennis Knight, I don't see you hold up a fight.

Waluigi: Wah? You telling you don't mind being Assist Trophy?

Skull Kid: Yep.

Riki: And why don't you want be a simple Assist?

Waluigi: I... I mean... I... I just...

Krystal: You feel left out do you?

Waluigi: Yeah! This isn't honor! This just being push into sideline where the more honorable one can smash it out where we just an Item that summon and be done. I want to a part of them, not be part of a wa-ping item!

Vince: But Waluigi, would you rather not in Smash at all?

Tiki: Indeed, you forget that most are long forgotten people. They universe stuck in the past, never to move on...

Sablé Prince: Tiki is right, I glad that I'm here with you all.

Starfy: Me too!

Sheriff: It feel good to had the limelight.

Guile: Even if form what we are only known for.

Chef Kawasaki: We all here, taken part of a bigger world.

Bomberman: And hey, it still a honor to even be assistant.

Sukapon: And hey, it make people know us really well.

Takamaru: They many other universe that are long forgotten and many people unknown to us all.

Dr. Kawashima: Is a crossroad that we all want to crossover.

Waluigi: .........

Arcade Bunny: And besaid, don't they still invited you for party, Tennis and other stuff?

Waluigi: Yeah... Sigh... I guess you guys had a point. Sorry Spring.

Spring Man: No worry, man. If anything I kinda don't want to be pick?

Waluigi: Wa!

Ghirahim: Now why is that?

Spring Man: Simple, I like you guys. Even grumpy Waluigi here. And really, it would be too much of a trouble to had Springton replacing my assist trophy, along with my Spirit battle, even that we all are in the World of Light. Save for Ribbon Girl and Ninjara.

Zero: Yeah, it may not be him...