#Lessgo gal

[atomicjellycat]

Started gauges!! First day was July 20, started with 14 gauge tapers (still haven't gotten proper plugs yet, so I'm leaving my tapers in in the interim)

Got some various gauges off the Norwegian version of eBay (lessgo Finn.no) from some awesome gal close ish to me, so hopefully they'll come in soon!

Look at em, tiny little baby hole

She will grow up big and strong someday

As instructed by some professional sites on the inty net, I will take it slow, start small and wait 6 weeks between sizes to size up (aaaauughh want huge gauges noooowww)

It's hard to wait cause I defo feel ready to size up but ill be good and wait🙄🙄🙄🙄

So posting my little journey here to sate me for the time being. My end goal is 18mm.

See y'all in some weeks

[enraptureenchanted]

“Don’t be bitter~ ‘Cause I’m fitter.”  >:)

Brain pls lemme draw work related stuff for once

Anyways more Anne with short hair ‘cause she’s fabulous with any hairstyle *tosses*

[loverboylen]

hey everyone! i’m gonna be offline from thursday to friday bc i’m gonna have a road trip with my boyfriend’s family! i’m terrified

[rkhyeon-blog]

contestant #5029 - lee hohyeon duo performance with @rkyuri​ K/DA - POP/STARS (0:00-0:56, 1:20-2:19) line distribution

he had made it through yet another elimination. of course he had, hohyeon didn’t have much of a doubt he was going to make it through. and while he had been slightly pressed by the idea that they didn’t think he was one of the best rappers, it was a darn sight better than being one of the worst. but now he had made it through it came the new challenge and with it a vocalist he was going to have to put up with for a whole week. 

easier said than done when he hardly... liked vocalists very much. the whole time he always thought they stole all the spotlight away from rappers. everyone seemed to think they were more impressive and that simply annoyed him. and now he was expected to pair up and work with one. he knew it wasn’t going to be easy, and he had been right about that. 

hohyeon would have much preferred to be paired up with a dancer, or even another rapper, but no, they had paired him up with a vocalist. it had been pretty hard going at first, the problem of coming up with a song the both of them actually liked and wanted to perform together. hohyeon had eventually mentioned pop/stars mostly because it was what he had been listening to on repeat for awhile. it was quite a surprise that yuri actually took to the idea after listening to the song herself. so, now there they were after a week of some arguments, some tears and a lot of sweat and hard work ready to put this all together in front of the ceos and the remaining contestants. 

it was ever so slightly nerve wracking to know that it wasn’t going to be all down to him this week. if yuri didn’t perform well enough, then the both of them could end up being sent home. they needed to put on a good performance, get the crowd involved and impress everyone. not that hohyeon was worrying very much about him managing to do that, but he couldn’t help but side eye yuri as they found their seats and sat down next to each other. 

‘rocky’ was downplaying how the week had currently gone for the two of them. first it was the song choice, then it was the fact hyeon had somehow gotten her to agree to dancing with the chorus. and that had taken a lot of effort on his part. the girl was not a dancer. sure, she could get the basics steps and it wasn’t like she had two left feet or anything like that, but she was not on the same level as him and it was clear. luckily, the choreography was pretty simple, nothing too pressing and it had only taken him about an hour to get it down. the rest of his time was trying to get it in yuri’s head as well. 

well, he had done his best, there was not much else he could do about it now. either they were going to sink or swim in this performance. all the sixteen year old could really hope was that they had both put in enough work to actually pull this off. 

already he was slouching in his seat somewhat, one arm hooked over the back of his chair as he watched the stage. it was a slightly different setup to last week. not that he really thought it made much of a difference, so long as everyone could see them perform and no one ended up falling off the stage or tripping on air, then it would be fine. why should he be worried about a change of scenery, anyway? 

only when it was their turn to be called up to the stage did the boy straighten up in his chair. this was their moment and he couldn’t put this performance off any more. it was time to see if they actually could work together and make it through this in one piece and not have a falling out on stage. now that would be one of the worst things to happen and up there with forgetting his lines or forgetting a step. and there was no chance he was letting himself mess up and be sent home, not after making it this far in the competition. 

not that the third episode was all that far, really. but hey, it was better than being eliminated before even making it past the audition stage. 

“let’s do this,” he muttered under his breath, sending a small nod towards yuri as he stood himself up from his seat and made his way towards the stage. as per usual, all the eyes on him was hardly bothered him in the slightest, easily switching over to his ‘nice boy’ persona with a bright smile. it was something he had gotten rather good at over the course of this competition, the ceos and audience would hardly like him half as much if he was more like the ‘real’ him. that him was rude and brash and a little bit of an asshole. no, it was probably better if he died all that down and acted nicer and friendlier to everyone. lay off the snappy comments and judgemental looks. 

once he was sanding in the middle of the stage, the confidence came back to him, easily relaxing his shoulders as he grinned at the judges. that stage was where he belong and this performance was simply going to blow everyone away. it was a popular song, a proper headbanger and he would be surprised if everyone could just sit still and listen to it. especially with what he was planning on telling everyone. 

“hello, we are riot!” he spoke in unison with the girl beside him, the smile on his face the whole time as he cleared his throat again, “i’m riot’s cool rapper, lee hohyeon.” 

but now they had got the intro over and done with, the time to start was now. this was going to be fun, he could already tell, the tingle in his fingers before he started to perform, the confident look in his eye as he looked over towards his partner. yeah, they were going to do this and become instant fan favourites. this was going to be the performance of the whole episode. 

as soon as the music started he was moving, bringing the mic close to his lips, “i want to see you all moving in those seats.” he stared at the ceos for just a moment before turning towards the other contestants, a slight smirk on his face as he looked at them. they better get into this, it was going to be even more fun if everyone had a good time and actually got into the performance instead of just sitting there and being boring about it. 

you know who it is coming ’round again you want a dose of this right now it’s riot uh!

he hadn’t even really started rapping yet and he was already getting into the performance, feeling every note as he held the mic close to his mouth. but not close enough that they could hear him breathing, obviously.

i’m a goddess with a blade 소리쳐봐 내 이름 잊지 못하게 loud loud loud loud i could take it to the top 절대 멈추지 못해 내가 끝내주는 bad gal gal gal

he didn’t bother changing the lyrics so that they were male gender, he didn’t see the point in it. instead he rapped with confidence, a flame burning in his heart and determination in his eyes. they were going to own the stage and proved they deserved to go further in this competition. hohyeon would like to think they were talented enough to go all the way to the finals and walk away with a contract. that was the dream and what he was aiming for. 

though he wasn’t a fan of vocalists, he did have to admit that yuri was clearly talented. as she started singing after his short verse he had a smile on his face. trying to hype her up and keep the crowd hyped up as well. this room was their own personal concert and he was going to make sure that everyone was watching and everyone was paying attention to them. when yuri sang the words to keep their eyes on her, hohyeon raised two fingers, pointed them towards the crowd before pointing them back to himself. eyes on them, not on the person sitting next to them or even the ceo’s. 

they had decided to cut the song, removing the first chorus. so it cut straight to his next rap part, by hohyeon was prepared for this. he should be after knowing the song off by heart after listening to it so much before this competition even started. and then the week of going over and over and over just to make sure they were completely prepared to put on the best performance they possibly could when the time came for that. 

hey! you ready for this? lessgo! see 언제든지 내 모습 magic 단 한 번에 내가 잡어 절대 기죽지 않지 uh! pow pow 네가 뭘 알아 견딜 수 없어, 원해도 원하는 게 얼굴에 보여 i’m trouble and you’re wanting it i’m so cold when i move that way you gonna be so blown I’m the realest in the game uh!

he was rapping at the other contestants, voice almost a challenge if they listened to the lyrics, feet moving him about the stage like he owned it. he even managing to send a grin over towards his partner as he kept up the flow and the rhythm of the verse. this was a duo performance, after all and he didn’t want to try and outshine his partner. they were in this together, and while he still might not be the biggest fan of that, it was better they work together than against each other. while this was still a competition, for this round they were on the same team and they were both going to make it through. as a team. 

the grin on on his face the whole time, really taking the time to appreciate the vocals of his partner. he did have to admit that this was a good song choice, better than some simple duet they could have gone with instead. he was quite sure no one would have expected this sort of performance, but hyeon did love surprising people. and he was sure this was going to be memorable to everyone watching. and if it did end up that they ended up being sent home at the end of this well... at least they went out on a high. 

but it was getting towards the chorus again and hyeon was already moving into position besides the older and shorter girl. just before it really went into the chorus he did send her a small wink of encouragement. they had practised this and he was confident that she was going to completely nail this choreography. they were k/da incarnate, they were going to own this stage and show everyone right here and right now that they could dance as well as put on a good performance. 

right on cue his body started moving to the music, only using one arm to do the choreo as the other kept the microphone steady in front of his mouth so he could say the words at the same time. considerate the whole time of yuri, trying to stay in key with her and not trying to overpower her own voice. this chorus was mostly a joint performance. they were a team and they were going to finish as a team. 

down down down down down down they could try but we’re gonna wear the crown

his hands made a crown on his head, the grin still on his head as he let yuri shine again for a single line before they were back singing together. keeping up the movement at the same time. hohyeon wasn’t bothered about the girl messing up, he was confident that she wasn’t going to do that. not after how much he had helped her out. 

round round round round round round wish you luck but you’re not bringing us down

the lyrics were incredibly empowering. this was them challenging the rest of the room. give your best, but you can’t compete and bring them down. and good luck to anyone who tried to outshine them. this stage was theirs and they were not going to be giving it up without a fight. 

but the song was coming to an end now and he only had one more line to worry about, focusing on just his body for a moment as he danced as yuri brought them towards the finale. only a couple more dance steps left, moving light on his feet right next to the older girl as they both spoke out the last line of the song. 

down down down down

and that was that. hohyeon held the ending pose, standing right next to yuri, a large grin on his face and chest heaving slightly from the effort. but the teenager didn’t even feel tired, no, he was still hyped up after that performance. they had really gone out there and done that and he did have to say he was proud, of the both of them. from the less than friendly and rocky start at the beginning to cleanly pulling off that performance. and he liked to think they were not the only ones who had some fun. he could just hope that the ceo’s saw their talent and really hoped that the other contestants had enjoyed it as well and really did consider them as strong competition. they were not two people you could just walk over and get away with it. 

“thank you,” he breathed out as he faced the ceo’s at the front completely, bowing to them, the grin never leaving his face as he leaned over to nudge the girl standing next to him slightly. he was still smiling the whole time as they left the stage and headed back towards their seats and sat once again. 

hohyeon looked over towards the other girl sitting next to them. they really had come a long way from the beginning of last week, and he didn’t see her as an enemy anymore. no, they were more than that. that performance and pulled them together, and quite surprisingly, he was actually happy about that. so he smiled simply  at her before leaning over and offering out a single hand, “friends?” 

she could take the offer or she could turn him down, but either way, hohyeon didn’t really mind. she had helped him see that not all vocalists were bad and they could share a stage with a rapper and actually work together. it had just been childish of him before to think that they couldn’t. and it was not a mistake he was going to make in the future if they ended up making it further in this competition. 

but he was confident and quite satisfied that yeah, they had put on a show. 

[ask-marliza1]

*yawns as well* I’m a bit tired myself, so I think I’ll walk with you two until we have to split. Anyways, bye Theo! Bye Aaron! And congratulations to the both of you once again!!

Theo: Bye.

Eliza: *about to fall asleep*

Maria: That's our queue, gals. 

Lessgo

[sizzleitupofficial]

Valentine’s Day Special ;)

Oh ho ho? What is this? Well judging by all the gaudy decor hanging around the bureau and the multitude of glittery cards and chocolate stuff under our door, it must be Valentine’s day! That’s right guys, gals, and nonbinary pals - it’s that special day and Taako has a sizzlin’ special date ;) 

...ha. Psych. 

No fucking way, man, Valentine’s day is dumb as hell. And I’m not just saying that ‘cause my date cancelled on me or some equally lame excuse. I just honestly, genuinely, don’t care. This wizard slash chef has bigger things on his metaphorical plate, thanking you VERY much.  

Also? Company parties are the pits, my guys. Like hell I’m going to that blah fest. 

Nah, boy, instead this seems like a great opportunity to chillax with my boys, throw on my comfy pants, ring of frost some sweet bevs, and kick it with a Boy’s Night In! 

And what do all good good adventure boys need for a perfect Palentines day? 

Hot diggity shit, that’s right! Today’s dish is...

PAN-TASTIC PAN PIZZA! 

Now, just so you know, this one dooooess take a bit of prep work, so be sure you either prepare in advance, or start early! 

Lessgo! 

Pizza Crust Ingredients

3 cups white flour

2 1/4 tsp active yeast

1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

1 tsp kosher salt

1 tsp honey

1 cup warm water

2 tsp dried basil

2 tsp dried oregano

2 tsp dried thyme

Aight! As you know, the fundamentals of a great pizza starts with the crust. As with all Taako based adventures, this can either go wonderfully right or horribly wrong with very little in between so hopefully you don’t fuck this up. 

Start by mixing the honey and yeast in 1/4 cup of warm water. This is, like, super important- make sure the water is WARM but not boiling - you don’t want to kill the yeast. Let that brew sit for about 5 minutes, until it’s starts getting foamy. That frothy goodness means the yeast woke itself up and is going to DOWN on that sugar like Magnus on a robots arms. Well he doesn’t, like, eat the arms- well that one time he ate Merle’s crystallized arm but that was an accident. Anyways, science is going on in the bowl so let it happen man. 

Moving on - Mix all your remaining dry ingredients together in a big old mixing bowl (I highly recommend a stand mixer if you’ve got one, it’s going to make this process far less painful and much much easier, especially if you’re classed as a nonmagic loser like some sort of idiot).  

Throw in the olive oil, remaining water, and yeast mixture, and then mix it on at a low speed until it forms a ball-like-shape and stops sticking to the sides.

Transfer that glob of soon-to-be-pizza-y goodness to a floured surface! And, since it IS Valentine’s day, after all... time to get physical. 

Ah man, but not even too much. Just knead that dough for, oh, about the length of time it takes to really jam out to a Eurythmics song. Until it’s smoother than the pick up line from your unreturned dinner date invite  Merle’s balding head. Ha, sick burn. 

Now we play the waiting game - stick your dough under a cool, damp cloth for two hours until it’s risen and expanded. Someone make the weiner joke, because I’m not gonna. 

(Get it, like a boner). 

(Hehe). 

Now, trust me when I say that you don’t wants to fuck around with time magic, but for the sake of expediency and Mangus’s loudly growling tummy, I’ll go ahead and burn a spell slot to, uh, take care of that rising problem you have going on there. Snap! 

(Weiner jokes going 2/2 here. Boys’ night!)

Delightful! 

Split that sucker up into perfect personal portions! 

Of course, you don’t have to split it up, but if you’re rolling with the boner squad then this just saves time otherwise spent on arguing over topping preferences because SOME PEOPLE are wrong and don’t like FLAVOR, Magnus. 

So now we get to the, like, real cooking part! Get a cast iron skillet, or similar pan that can do some hard time in a hot hot oven. Throw a tablespoon of olive oil in there and grease it up. I know it might look like a lot, but trust me, it’ll give you that crispy, perfect crust you’ve only dreamed about baby. 

Spread the dough out in the bottom of the pan - you should be able to just do this with your fingers, but if your hands are currently suitable for squishing dough, you can use a rolling pin, war hammer, or other blunt force trauma instrument. 

(Ideally, you can fill the pan, but sometimes you and your roomies get bugged down with world-saving adventures and don’t get the dishes done, so you work with what you’ve got handy. Shrug.) 

AND NOW - TOPPINGS. I let the boys cook up their own combos, so I’ll hand it over and let you know how we each prepared our pan pies! 

TAAKO’S [actually good] Wowie Maui Pizza 

BBQ Sauce

Crushed Candied Pecans

Chopped Apples

Cream Cheese

Carmelized Onions

Minced Garlic

Grilled Chicken

Mozzerella Cheese

MERLE’S Panite Pantastic “Holy SHITtake” Pan Pizza 

Pesto sauce

Chopped black olives

Shittake Mushrooms

Fresh chopped garlic

Parsley

Gouda Cheese

Chopped Pine Nuts to finish

MAGNUS’S Mighty Meat Lovers Pizza! 

Hearty, rustic marinara sauce

Bacon bits

Shredded Beef

Pepperoni

Spicy Sausage

Mushrooms

What is, quite frankly, an alarming amount of cheddar cheese

Ranch dressing on top

Now, once you’ve got your topping on, go ahead and heat the pan up for about two minutes - this help get your crust cooking and get the pan heated up before it goes into the oven. Trust me, it’ll save you some headache and soggy dough at the end. 

Finish it off by cooking in the oven at 500F for 7 minutes! Keep an eye on, though, because when cooking at high temps, it can from perfectly cooked to “Phandlin” style cuisine in a matter of minutes. Yikes. 

Now, slice it up, kick back, put on some fantasy netflix and have a chill night in with your buds instead of spending atrocious amounts of money on overpriced steak and wine or awkwardly sipping punch and Brad Bradson’s company mixer. Yuck. Just be sure to wipe off your hands before braiding anyone’s hair (HINT). 

Enjoy, and happy Palentine’s day <3 

-Taako