#My precious marketable plushie

[a-wandering-robin]

I was bored so Wish redesigns ft. human Star YIPEE !!! Are we still talking about this movie

[livingshinycharm]

"Hello everyone! I am here!"

[cafe-mouse]

new teenie friends acquired!! 💕

[sol-consort]

Regarding the human kink thing when it comes to turians, some people actually do be nesting, omega-verse style. Imagine being a human assigned to a turian ship, and you just over here in your bunk, innocently arranging the pillows and stuffies, while these guys are just standing there, slack-jawed and harmonizing their subvocals lol

[updated post]

A/B/O is not for me, but I dig the concept of aliens being intrigued by plushies. They are weird when you think about it.

The weird part isn't the plushies–it makes sense for warm-blooded mammals who value skinship to enjoy cuddling soft things, hugs are fundamental for your health—No, The weird part is how the most popular plushies aren't human shaped.

You could argue dolls, but dolls aren't used as plushies. They're more hard and sturdy, something that can withstand being played with. they have joints and brushable hair. Dolls are puppets to tell a story with, a psychological form of play through creativity.

I want you for a moment to imagine an advanced civilisation of bears with me.

With metropolises and bustling economy, they haven't mastered space travel yet but they've been eyeing the planet closest to them, bringing back rocks from the moon, etc.

In one apartment complex, there lives a bear family. The furniture is more accommodating to their larger build, clothes are more of an accessory to them considering their luxurious fur coats keeping them warm.

It's nighttime, tomorrow's a Sunday and mom bear has to leave to work early, she's currently washing the dishes leftover from the wonderful dinner the family just had. Her wife, however, is putting their son to bed. it's his second week in elementary bear school! he's unhappy with his seating arrangement in class however, the teacher placed him too far from his best friend.

His mother promises to have a chat with the teacher about it when she drops him off tomorrow, the son bear is very delighted and roars happily. A big yawn escapes him as his eyelids get heavy.

In his arms, there lies a cotton friend. His most beloved treasure, the most precious inanimate object to his heart. His plushie!

He adores it. It makes him so happy. It helped make him feel safe when he first started sleeping alone after his moms got him his own bed.

Now, I need you to tell me what does the plushie look like?

For me, these are the options that instinctively came to my mind when attempting to imagine what sentient bear cubs living in a 21st century would gravitate towards in a plushie.

A) a teddybear, more fluffy, abstract, and cartoonish looking

B) a plushie in the shape of a honeyjar

C) a plushie in the shape of a fish–more specifically, salmon or trout

D) fuck idk man leave me alone

When compressed down to their core, in the most simplfied form, the choices are:

A) Identity

B) Food

C) Food

D) How did you get into my house?

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With that long analogy out of the way, when you compare that limited selection to the actual things humans have already turned into plushies, it just doesn't make sense.

Food, yes we have plushies of food but also of animals we do not eat. rabbits, cats, dogs, dolphins, bugs. We have plushies of predetors even, things that once hunted us down, beings that still could very well kill us if we meet face to face, tigers, sharks, bears themselves even.

Animal cartoons are much more popular amongst kids. Fables about talking animals have been a stable genre ever since humans invented writing. Animal plushies are popular amongst adults too.

Plushies of inanimate objects, of plants, of fictional characters and fantasy creatures.

I'm willing to bet that humans already made plushies of verans since the first year they came into space, that they sold out on earth immediately. Hell, I'm sure there are plushies of reapers, of protheons and even of turians and other species.

Not even abstract ideas were spared from being into marketable plushies! isn't there a series designed to raise awareness for mental illness?

The whole meme of "turns your fav into a marketable plushie" spread so much because it is true. If there is one thing humans love, is making plushies of anything not human.

And that's the weird part to aliens, the big boy of human anomalies. "Why do they want to cuddle literally everything in this universe? and how come plushies of other humans is the last thing on that list"

You try to explain it to a salarian once but they just look at you in confusion. What do you mean you sleeping with plushes resembling your species is "weird"?? Don't you humans like hugging each other so much? Yet cuddling the soft imitation of a reaper each night isn't weird to you????

That's not even mentioning how the bear society analogy is flawed because we are biased by nature. We projected the bear society onto our human agriculture and based it upon our own popculture.

When in reality they would hold very different values, a different emotional range. They'd be as diverse as the other alien species in mass effect, sharing more resemblance to them than to humans.

We see someone sad, and we have this need to touch them, pat their shoulder, rub their back, hold their hands, and give a hug. Bears let their children walk on their own while we carry our young more, much like aquatic birds in more ways than we'd think.

A/B/O nesting isn't my cup of tea, but with turians, it's easier to digest. Yeah, they are birds. It would be literal nesting. That's kinda cute.

We like caves, it's also cute. Would turians prefer the top bunkbed? Anyway.

Birds usually throw clutter away from their nests, anything that's not a straw or building material is disposed off to make space for their eggs.

While we like the opposite, clutter fucking rocks! at least for humans.

We have a mattress, then a mattress cover, then a sheet.

Then we have pillows, stuffing, then pillow covers, decorative pillows.

After it, multiple blankets! a soft one, a heavy one, an airy one. Sometimes, blankets come with blanket covers.

Finally, the plushies arrive. Multiple of course, some for decorations, others well worn with cuddles. Sometimes a gaint big one to fully wrap all of our limbs around.

Sometimes our beds have crumbs from food we eat in it, othertimes it has a stray sock we took off while in bed and forgot.

Most of the time it has our phone in it, a pet joins us there, book we're reading, laundry we were supposed to fold but forgot, a bag, or several outfits as we get ready to go out.

That's a cave, much like bears leave the skeletal remains of their prey, we have crumbs from the cookie we suddenly craved at 3am.

Nests are neat and clutter-free, at least the bird ones, always getting cleaned from waste. Eggshells are thrown out as they hatch, baby birds waste are immediately disposed of.

Lizard nests aren't that different.

Because the equivalent to a nest foundation isn't the blankets, plushies, or pillows. it's the house foundation itself!

The concrete walls and the sturdy floorboards. The whole bedroom is already a well-built nest. The bed is just an extra cushion. The fluffy material and loose feathers birds leave at the very top, so the twigs don't scratch the fragile eggs.

So, in conclusion. Turians and Salarians would get VERY overwhelmed in a human bedroom, let alone a human bed with plushies, stuffies, and blankets.

They're like, "Are you expecting a baby???" When they notice what their brain consider is extra protective fluffing for eggs.

Turians even more because of their lack of skin nerves, hard plating, and all. Their outershell makes it hard to appreciate soft things, let alone hugging them, when they can barely feel it.

Salarains? They're softer, more squishy, and they might enjoy the way it feels against their skin. Most reptiles do, and they're the closest thing for reference.

They're warm-blooded, but they do originate from a fully tropical planet + they're amphibians and might have used to be semi-aquatic? Meaning that while they still produce their own bodyheat, it wouldn't be that much to begin with. Space is definitely much colder to them than to a human.

That's why hugging a human is so nice to them! They can leech off of your body heat as their very own sun–or at least a substitute for a heatlamp.

But plushies and blankets are a different story. With blankets, they might make them cold or freeze since they blocked whatever light or heatlamp the salarians must need for sleep when they're not wearing their temperature adjustment suits.

And if you sleep next to them under the blanket, your trapped body heat will cause the temperature to rise above what's comfortable for them and risk overheating them. Same with the fluffy sheets, pillows or plushies.

there's the risk of overheating them with your body as the blanket traps in the heat. it will happen slowly, but that just makes it more dangerous. A slow simmer of rising body temperature as they realise what a death trap a human bed actually is.

Plus, salarians only need one hour of sleep per cycle, it seems very excessive to them that you'd build a whole room and make the biggest piece of furniture in it solely for the purpose of sleep. All of those plushies just to hug to sleep?

Drell, who breathe through their skin, would view blankets as a total nightmare. Their clothes already need a lot of adjustment to accommodate their conditions, only certain material is airy enough to allow them to get a lungfull, and you want to suffocate them with cotton or polyester?

They know you only breathe through your nose, but it still...makes them feel uneasy. Seeing you covered completely in stuffies and thick blankets, only your head poking out. Much like what it would feel for us to see someone go to sleep underwater with a flimsy mask connected to an oxygen tank. Now, this is truly a death trap–the salarians were right.

As long as you forgo the blanket and...allow them to fully strip down, they will give this whole human bed thing a try. Silk or satin sheets and pillow covers feel the best against their skin, smooth surfaces that seamlessly glide, air particles passing through it with little trouble.

Anything fluffy, feathery, or with fur will irritate their skin. It's like something brushing against your nose. They sacrifice a lot of comfort when it comes to indulging the human need to cuddle, but most drell rarely complain as they accommodate to your need, even if it meant you'd be slightly cutting off their air circulation.

Maybe their society is exceptionally polite? Maybe devotion and sacrifice for the ones you love are just ingrained in their biology? It would explain their endless royalty to the hanar despite how staying on that planet is literally killing them.

Oh yeah, owning a humidifier in your room will cause them a lot of pain and discomfort. Turn it off, or if you really want to woo a drell, get a dehumidifier.

Krogans would fucking love our beds tho. Might make fun of it at first, but they secretly also want a soft mattress and plushies to cuddle with.

Get close enough with a Krogan, and they'll start crashing in your room and taking naps on your own bed whenever the chance presents itself.

Don't the asari sleep in pods? I'm thinking of that sex scene in ME, she fucks you in a pod. That's something. At least...Liara gets used to human beds?

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Anway! having established all of that definitely vital and necessary world building, I can finally talk smut about the turians! the original context of this request!

One look at a human's bed and their minds are definitely going south. First of all, human, you're in desperate need of a mate because your nest is a mess! Why do you have so many different fabrics? Aren't you worried you'll suffocate yourself with a plushie or too while sleeping?

Second of all...they didn't know humans were this soft. You mean, most humans sleep like this? In very comfortable beds? Even like...the army tough ones? Oh, that's why they get so excited for shore leave? so they can return to their actual comfortable nests–sorry yes "beds" and have some decent sleep?

huh.

And none of you are expecting children, correct? This is just how the average adult human goes to sleep?

Turians don't have the heart to tell you that they associate soft beds–ones like yours—to the human equivalent of a heart-shaped bed with rose petals scattered around, candles illuminating the room and a very deliberate lack of condoms.

They try not to...think about it whenever they come into the room. A bluish hue adorning their cheeks, trying to avoid eye-contact as they explain that uh...fuck, they accidentally glanced towards your bed and forgot what they came here to say.

I talked before how jarring it's to them that humans easily allow others on their bed, be it human or not. You just casually invite your friends to sit on it? The same sheets you sleep on each night? the one so heavy with your delicious scent they can practically smell it the second they stepped foot into this room?

And now you're telling them to take a seat, even handing them one of your plushies to keep in their lap. What's a friendly gesture and a show of trust is being very very badly misinterpreted by their brain chemistry, their biology going haywire at what they consider the declaration of "Get me pregnant" Whether you're actually capable of it or not.

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Sidenote, the angara might be the only ones to share our bed preferences, not only that but show enthusiasm at the mention of plushies.

The only difference is that their society values plushies that resemble people more, angara like them. The dolls and plushie lineup are very intertwined.

Cuddling very intimately with someone isn't sexualised either, nor presented under a romantic light necessarily. Their society prides itself on love and affection; they're direct with expressing their emotions.

A single angara family can have many mothers and fathers, tens of sisters and brothers. Cuddling and sharing a bed is very normalised even far into adulthood.

They might be the ones giving humans the wrong idea by immediately inviting them back to cuddle on their bed after only the second meeting. Just because they decided they like you :) It's the equivalent of going out for coffee.

Protheoans, meanwhile, fall on the opposite spectrum. Javik doesn't have a bed, does he? He never asks for one either. They're a society of warriors, they value strength and abhor tenderness. Brutal honesty is their forte.

But...they also read each other's emotions through touch.

While beds are a foreign concept, plushies are not. Javik can sense the history of a room just by directly touching its floorboards. Plushies and other sentimental objects must be valued very greatly in their society, doesn't he hold onto the disk of memories from his time back before being frozen?

He understands why his own species came to value plushies, but why the hell does yours do it? You lack his abilities, all humans do.

You try to explain it to him, but it just sounds like you're describing vague and badly done emotion reading with extra steps.

He concludes that humans must hold traces of these abilities. It just translates into safety and the need to cuddle others. Also, it is clearly inferior to the protheon's advanced ability, so yeah.

Javik dislikes your bed but likes your plushies and actually welcomes cuddling. He remains stoic throughout it but you can feel him poking through your memories.

Same with your plushies, he asks that he may keep one as a relic. A piece of your soul, your history is encased in it like an artifact in amber.

Touching it almost feels exactly like travelling in time to meet your old self, getting to part the curtians of space itself and get a front row view on the person you used to be.

Plushies immortalise you to protheans, who would've thought.

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I had so much fun with this an analysis it <333 I know it isn't exactly what you had in mind anon, I'm sorry, A/B/O is listed as a "no" in my requesting list. But the concept was so good I had to approach it in a different direction.

I hope you still enjoyed it!

[qalaqalnafsi]

Digital Fairy Tales or Frightful Nightmares? Unmasking Creepypasta and Sprunki's Impact on Young Muslim Minds

Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim.

As-salamu alaykum, dear parents!

In my previous blog, we delved into the harrowing world of online predators and the insidious schemes of “love-trap” that threaten to sever our children from their faith. Today, I must shed light on another disturbing trend that has crept into the digital realms our little ones frequent – the sinister influences of Creepypasta and Sprunki.

At first glance, these platforms might seem harmless. Creepypasta, with its user-generated horror stories, and Sprunki, with its cute characters and addictive gameplay, can easily lure in unsuspecting children. The marketing is clever; the merchandise – plushies, stickers, hats – makes them seem like just another innocent trend. But beneath the surface lies a potential for harm that we, as Muslim parents, cannot afford to ignore.

The Dark Side of Creepypasta

So, what is the real truth about Creepypasta?

Creepypasta consists of horror-themed stories that can be disturbing and feature violence, terror, and psychological suffering. Prolonged exposure can cause anxiety, sleeplessness, and excessive worry. Some stories contain suicide or self-harm themes, which can be triggering. In some instances, children have been inspired by Creepypasta to commit violent acts.

These stories, often presented as real accounts, can blur the line between fiction and reality, especially for younger, more impressionable minds. The anonymity of the internet allows these stories to spread rapidly, making it difficult for parents to monitor what their children are exposed to.

Creepypasta’s cons are well-documented by psychologists and parents alike:

– Nightmares and insomnia: Children exposed to these horror stories often experience vivid nightmares, causing them to dread bedtime.

– Anxiety and fear: The continuous exposure to scary content can heighten generalized anxiety, making children fearful of ordinary things.

– Addictive consumption: Like a gripping novel, children get hooked, unable to stop reading or watching, which disrupts sleep and daily routines.

– Desensitization to fear and violence: Repeated exposure can numb children to fear, or worse, normalize frightening or violent imagery.

Sprunki: A Seemingly Sweet Addiction

Now, let’s turn our attention to Sprunki.

Sprunki, marketed with cute characters, can be addictive, leading to children spending excessive amounts of time playing, resulting in sleepless nights and neglecting other important activities. While some versions are designed to be kid-friendly, others contain themes that are unsuitable for children.

It’s colorful, fast-paced, and seemingly fun — but the cons are worrying:

– Highly addictive mechanics: Designed to keep children playing for hours, often late into the night.

– Sleep deprivation: Children lose precious sleep, leading to irritability, poor concentration, and weakened immunity.

– Behavioral issues: Parents report mood swings, defiance, and difficulty waking children in the mornings.

– Physical symptoms: Deep under-eye bags, exhaustion, and lethargy become visible signs.

Case Studies: Real-Life Impacts

I’ve seen firsthand the effects of these digital dangers. One young boy, after repeated exposure to Creepypasta, confessed to having intrusive thoughts of harming his parents. Astaghfirullah! Another child, caught in Sprunki’s addictive loop, struggled with severe sleep deprivation, exhibiting dark circles under his eyes and an inability to focus during the day.

These are not isolated incidents. They are warning signs that we, as parents, need to heed.

Why Do Parents Overlook These Dangers?

Many parents think, “It’s just a horror story or a game, like the ones I had growing up.” But the psychological impact today is far more profound. The digital immersion, combined with the addictive nature of these platforms, means children are not just watching or playing — they are deeply affected mentally and physically. Psychological research tells us that childhood is a critical period for emotional and cognitive development. Exposure to fear-inducing content without proper guidance can lead to anxiety disorders and sleep disturbances, which in turn affect academic performance, social interactions, and overall wellbeing.

Islamic Guidance and Parental Responsibility

The Qur’an reminds us: “O you who have believed, protect yourselves and your families from a Fire whose fuel is people and stones…” (Surah At-Tahrim 66:6)

Our duty is clear — to shield our children from harm, both seen and unseen. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: “Each of you is a shepherd, and each of you will be asked about his flock.” (Sahih al-Bukhari) Our children are our flocks entrusted to us by Allah, and we must be vigilant shepherds in this digital age.

Warning Signs: Is Your Child at Risk?

Sudden mood swings or increased irritability

Secrecy about online activities

Withdrawal from family and friends

Difficulty sleeping or frequent nightmares

Decline in academic performance

Increased anxiety or fearfulness

Obsessive talk about certain characters or stories

Strategies for Parents: Reclaiming Our Children’s Digital Spaces

Open Communication: Talk to your children about the dangers of the internet. Create a safe space where they can share their experiences without fear of judgment.

Education is Key: Educate yourself about the platforms your children are using. Understand the potential risks and learn how to mitigate them.

Parental Controls: Utilize parental control apps and settings to filter content and monitor your children’s online activity.

Time Limits: Set reasonable time limits for screen use and encourage other activities, such as outdoor play, reading, and spending time with family.

Prayer and Dhikr: Remind your children of the importance of prayer and remembrance of Allah. These practices can provide comfort and protection from negative influences.

Family Time: Prioritize family time and engage in activities that strengthen your bond. This will help create a sense of belonging and security for your children.

Be Vigilant: Stay informed about emerging online trends and potential threats. The digital landscape is constantly changing, so we must remain vigilant in our efforts to protect our children.

A Personal Dua for Our Ummah’s Children and Parents

O Allah, the Most Merciful, protect our children from the whispers of Shaytan and the shadows of this digital darkness. Strengthen their hearts with Iman, grant them peace in their sleep, and guide their steps upon Your path. Grant us wisdom, patience, and vigilance as we strive to nurture them in Your light. Ameen.

Dear parents, the digital world is full of fitnah, but with knowledge, faith, and firm action, we can guide our children from fitrah — their natural, pure state — and protect their souls and minds from harm. May Allah make it easy for us all.

Sayyida Al Salaam

Muslimah Counselor | Therapist

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[thislsmyname]

New Story Alert!

Learning to love you (and myself)

After SMG3 and SMG4 decided to try out a relationship, SMG3 finds himself struggling to not only love his new partner, but love himself too.

(Cover art and concept credits to @minerpore)

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SMG3's Coffee and Bombs, the once popular now more or less dead coffee and bomb shop that didn't really leave a lasting impression to the public.

Deep down inside the cafe a man in purple was sleeping soundly, hugging his SMG4 and SMG3 marketable plushies while his precious Eggdog slept near. However this temporary peace was about to be disturbed when a quite famous man in blue decided to pay a visit.

Poke poke

SMG3 stirred in his sleep, tensing up when he felt an unfamiliar presence near his bed. He blinked himself awake and upon opening his eyes he found his boyfriend gently poking his arm.

"Hey babe!", SMG4 said as he gave 3 a light kiss on his right cheek. SMG3 felt himself smiling faintly at the display of affection. Despite not being too used to actions of love and adoration, he couldn't help but appreciate the intentions. It never failed to draw him closer to his newfound lover.

SMG4 took a step back and crossed his arms over his chest, "I woke you up because you wouldn't answer my calls", he said with a huff. SMG3 sat up on his bed and took a quick glance at his phone laying beside him. Indeed he had missed several calls and messages, plus one alarm he somehow slept thought.

"And here I thought I was the only one who would oversleep here", SMG4 said in a joking tone. His words were true, SMG3 had been staying up late at night, sometimes crying but always dreading the next morning. Lately he had grown accustomed to feeling quite...down. 'I guess that's what a failing cafe does to someone', he thought tiredly.

However SMG4 wasn't done speaking yet, "But, I made sure to get up extra early today!", he said with a bright and triumphant smile on his face. SMG3 quickly recognized that look from years of knowing the man and put a hand up to his pounding head, trying to recall what exactly was so special about today.

And that's when it hit him.

"Oh crap our date...", SMG3 softly groaned. After the TV adware/Puzzlevision fiasco, the pair had decided to try out an actual relationship. You may be asking how this started. Well SMG3 may or may not have blurted out his feelings last minute when he thought he was going to die... Yes it's still embarrassing to admit.

SMG3 shook his head and tried to get his thoughts in order. "Sorry 4, I completely forgot...I put my phone on silent and everything has just been such a blur lately and-"

SMG4 stopped him by placing a comforting hand on 3's shoulder. "Hey dude I understand! I'm not mad at you or anything, we'll just go whenever you feel ready", SMG4 reassured.

'What an amazing boyfriend I have', SMG3 observed. 'Not that I can let him know that'.

"Of course I'm ready", 3 said in a defensive tone and a mock offended look on his face. "Get out and I'll meet up with you at the park..baka!"

4 looked a bit surprised by this sudden change in attitude but ultimately chuckled. "Alright, but don't keep me waiting too long", SMG4 said with a playful wink as he walked away and disappeared up the elevator.

SMG3 blushed and got out of bed, heading for the bathroom. He took a small look at Eggdog and Eggpup sleeping peacefully and sighed in relief. He walked up to his sink and squeezed a generous amount of toothpaste on his purple and black toothbrush.

However he found himself getting lost in thought, something that had been frequently happening lately. Now without his 'faithful' customers to distract him, 3 was slowly being consumed by self hatred and jealously. Yes he was grateful for SMG4 and everything he had done for him, but SMG3 still held a small grudge against the man. After all, he did achieve all his dreams while the one thing SMG3 put all his heart into didn't even last a year...

SMG3 wiped his eyes, still faintly stinging from crying earlier that night. Eggdog usually comforts him but that doesn't stop the painful feeling nagging at 3's heart, as if small knifes were digging deep into his chest.

He closed his eyes briefly and opened them again, trying to refocus at the task at hand. SMG3 tightened his hold on the toothbrush and lifted it up to his lips.

But when 3 opened his mouth to brush his teeth, he felt a burning sensation making its way to his throat.

This wasn't really too unusual these days, this had been happening to SMG3 for awhile now. He shrugged and dismissed it as him being sick and having a sore throat as he brought the toothbrush inside his mouth. But the second it breached past his lips, SMG3 started gagging horribly.

Thankfully he was in the bathroom so he shuffled to the side and crouched down above the toilet. 3 opened his mouth wide and braced himself, expecting vomit to spill out. But all that came out was a singular purple flower petal.

SMG3 stared down at the petal in pure confusion, reaching up to gently touch his lips. 'What the hell?', he found himself thinking. SMG3 didn't dare to speak or open his mouth once again. He didn't know what to feel as he kept staring down at the one petal floating gently in the water. His throat not burning but still feeling extremely sore.

It was small and purple with a blueish hue, dark red blood painting little spots on the petal. SMG3 felt disgusted and looked away, actively reminding himself of the date. He opted to just not open his mouth until he figured out what was going on, taking a quick shower while a million thoughts circled through his head.

He stepped out of his dirty clothes which he had been wearing for two days straight, rather than changing SMG3 has just been rotting in bed, showing just how pathetic he was. As he felt the warm water cascade down his body, SMG3 felt strangely comforted, the pleasant feeling downing out the pain in his throat.

When he got out of the shower SMG3 dried himself off and rummaged through his drawers, eventually finding his spy rizz outfit from WOTFI 2023. 'I guess this'll do', SMG3 thought as he carefully put the nicely clean suit on his tired body.

When 3 was done he suddenly heard a buzz on his bed, checking it out he picked up his phone and turned it on. The screen showed a text from his beloved boyfriend.

"Meet u in 30 mins 😘😘", the text read.

SMG3 rolled his eyes and smiled despite himself at SMG4's ridiculousness. 'What a dork', 3 thought. His smile dropped as quickly as it came though when he suddenly remembered the incident from earlier. 'Should I tell him? No...he has other things to worry about. Yeah..more important things'.

Just when that thought came to his mind the burning sensation came back. SMG3 clamped his gloved hand back over his mouth and coughed hard. The pain felt excruciating and 3 felt tears well up in his eyes from the raw sensation. This startled Eggdog who woke up with a small jolt and ran up to SMG3, feeling concern for his father as he nuzzled his dad's pant leg. Eggpup who was sleeping next to his dad stumbled over to the two of them, confused as to what's happening.

3 didn't acknowledge them, being distracted by the terrible feeling in his windpipe. When he finally felt like he was done, SMG3 pulled his hand away from his face to see his usually white glove covered in red, with four small flower petals decorating his palm.

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Aaaaand end! Sorry for the cliffhanger but I promise there will be more to come. Thank you minerpore for helping me start off this story and thank you for reading! Let me know if you'd like us to write more on this silly little story, bye bye!

[second-karma]

Marketable plushies I hear?

☆Look!!!!☆

×... I don't like it.×

☆Oh come on!!! It's precious!!☆

×It's unsettling. And why make it based on my holographic.×

☆Quit being so nitpicky. It's damn adorable.☆

×Agree to disagree...×

[moongothic]

Went to a craftsmarket and got some hand dyed yarns so haul be upon ye

For the record, aside from some hanks my mom has dyed herself (making them a bit... precious and IDK if I dare to even touch them), literally the only yarn I have left right now is yarn scraps so small I could/should use them to stuff some plushies, and the leftovers from the vertical stripe cardigan I made last year, which I'm currently knitting into some legwarmers So basically I do not have a yarn stash left anymore, I have successfully emptied it the fuck out. Thus, I felt it was okay for me to do some yarn shopping and create a small stash to work through again (god knows these are gonna last me for a while)

Anyway, the turquoise/maroo and the orange yarns were from two different dyers, while the remaining five from one shop in particular. I had been yearning for her yarns for a long time, but the product photos on her shop looked so vibrant I was honestly a bit sceptical if the yarns really were That Vibrant. So when I heard I could have the opportunity to see them In Person at a market, yeah, I wanted to take it before buying anything. Extremely glad to report that her product photos really were accurate though

So of these yarns, the two pink ones I have a vague plan for; make something for my aunt as a Christmas present. Not sure what yet, somekind of a lacy crochet cardigan maybe? Not sure yet, but I have time to figure it out (alternatively I could make some socks, and I'm sure I'd have enough yarn leftover to knit my great aunt also some socks for Christmas)

The remaining other yarns are all ✨ Just For Me ✨

I think I do want to make just some basic crimbus-y socks out of the Crimbus-y colored yarn, while I think I want to use the black and pastel purple yarns together for somekinda colorwork project. Each hank has like 400 meters (if I'm not misremembering) though so IDK if that'd actually be enough for like a colorwork sweater/cardigan (even if I did like an intarsia colorwork instead of an all-over)..... I maybe should have gotten a third hank (black or purple)... I mean worst case scenario I should be able to order more yarn from her shop directly (though the dyelot ain't gonna be the same, but it is what it is)

The remaining two yarns I also kinda wanna do colorwork projects with, but with those I want to buy some cheap, basic black wool yarn to go with them (so use those as the Fancy Accent Colors and black (or maybe white) as the base)

But yeah, what I want to make with these I'll figure out later, I wanna finish the leg warmers I'm knitting rn first, and god knows that colorwork is making them take forever (but if I wanna learn to do colorwork I gotta keep going)

[mdhwrites]

Cheeseburgers

This blog is about philosophy but the burgers are not a metaphor.

Instead, they are based on an idea a friend talked to me about that already aligned with beliefs I had but also is perfect for describing that belief. I publish this today because today it is Christmas Eve. Fifteen minutes to Christmas. I have tried to sleep for the past hour and found my anxiety literally choking me as my brain devours itself, presumably due to plans for tomorrow and my worries of not meeting their expectations.

Do you know what doesn't have expectations? Giving a friend a cheap cheeseburger.

It's food. Decent enough to probably sound fine at any time but not so spectacular or expensive to be special. It's a gift but it's not some grand gesture. Just a small moment of kindness that you can probably do on any bad day and even if it doesn't bring a smile to your friend, they don't have to worry about lunch or the cost of lunch for that day. And not a special day, just that day. They're not even going to ask what you want back for it because it's lunch. They might cover it another day, or not, and neither of you care.

But it's also lunch. A moment for both of you to breathe with a friend, spend half an hour shooting the shit and enjoying some food before getting back to life. Not the full commitment of some big trip to a theme park or the brief hello of a passing in the hall. Long enough to be enjoyed but hey, if you need to get going, you can bundle up your burger in its wrapper and take off and neither of you will feel slighted.

These sorts of things mean the world to me and are why I don't care about holidays. A lot of people talk about the pressure of holidays but mostly they make me sad. Why do you need a day to be kind? Why do you need an excuse to give something to another human being? Why must it be the season for you to show good will?

Cheeseburgers never go out of season. They don't ask you to believe in any sort of belief. They don't have big marketing pushes that take away from their charm. And if your friend is vegan or doesn't like burgers? There's alternatives. Vegan patties, cheap chicken nuggets, getting a quick sandwich at a deli, etc. etc. Don't want to do food? No one is going to condemn you if you pick up your friend a comic you know they like or throw a cheap, five dollar plushie you found at the discount rack at Walmart.

Because the food isn't what matters. The reason is. The fact that you cared enough about this person that you saw they were struggling and you handed them something that shows you care. It might have nothing to do with the problem but it lets them know that they're not alone and someone is watching their back in a way that's just a little more concrete than just saying, "If you want to talk, I'm here to listen."

This is not me saying that the holiday season is bad or that you should throw it away. My own family reads The Night Before Christmas every Christmas Eve and I wouldn't miss that for the world. Your presents still matter and the time you spend with each other this holiday, no matter which you celebrate, why or how, is still precious and shouldn't be taken for granted.

Just, when the holiday is over and people are no longer worried about if they were naughty or nice, remember that goodwill is still always an option and give a cheeseburger to a friend in trouble.

Happy Holidays.

[postmoderntongues]

Omg Im having the best day I went to the flea market and for around $20 I got a precious moments baby doll, a troll doll with the most beautiful blue eyes, a shopkins drinking glass, and a pack of plushies with a beanie baby, a tsum tsum, and 2 squishmellows in it. Oh and this thing that lets you make noodles out of veggies which i cant wait to use to make parsnip pasta. And now my parents just called and we are going out to dinner tonight at one of my favorite places. Life can be good!

[ashitomarisu]

Delicious Party Precure (Final Thoughts)

(Bro, chill).

Now that I have gotten through another Precure season, allow me to share some opinions.

Prior to watching this, my first impression was honestly not too optimistic when it originally aired. Kirakira Precure a la Mode also had a food-related theme, albeit more on desserts than actual cuisine. Nonetheless, I had a quota and this was the most recent completed season available; it was bound to happen.

With 45 episodes, this is another short Precure season (alongside Healin' Good), although it works. The plot basically has our protagonists protecting Recipepes from being stolen by the Bundoru Gang. Exactly what are these "Recipepes"?

(Great. I'm getting Healin' Good vibes again, but without the Furi.)

Answer: These adorable food fairies that are subjected to getting kidnapped in almost every episode. They actually belong to three different groups: rice, noodle, and bread. That's where our fairy mascots come in as the protectors of these groups.

Kome-Kome is the main "marketing" mascot (and Cure Precious's partner) of this season (and ends up being the youngest of the three as the story progresses). Obviously, she doesn't talk much at first until later on when she gains power and eventually gains enough strength to lend a hand with the cures. Of course, this is a fox-like mascot, which I adore.

(Fuck, they named one after my aunt. WTF Toei?)

Then, there's Pam Pam, Cure Spicy's partner. She's my least favorite (and not because she's a pompous ass). The writers did not try hard enough to convince me that she is better than the other two; which sucks because I'm a dog and bread lover. *sad face*

(Crunchyroll, it is prounounced "men" not "mem").

Men-Men is the dragon-like mascot partner for Cure Yum-Yum. This one is quite interesting for saying "WONTON" every time Ran transforms. He's a good boi; in fact, my middle nephew is now in love with him and demands plushies. I quite like the dynamic between the two the most for having that savory connection.

Plus, Men-Men has a cool human form.

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Now, let's look at the cures:

Yui Nagomi / Cure Precious

The main protag of the four, Yui sure does love eating. Her late grandma was the reason she became so passionate for food (there is a slight backstory explaining this in a later episode). Her family owns a restaurant that houses these...maneki-nekos (I'll come back to this later). She is quite a fighter, delivering a devastating punch (500 kcal, then 1000kcal, and eventually, 2000 kcal power). I did admire her demeanor, being a wonderful leader.

Kokone Fuwa / Cure Spicy

Contrary to her partner, my feelings are the opposite for Kokone. There's something about her that immediately said "YES. THAT'S THE MISSING KICK IN THE MOUTH I'M LOOKING FOR IN A BLUE CURE". She's not Karen Minazuki levels of cool, but still freaking cool and Spicy had great defense that worked well in offense with the BREAD ROLLS.

(Give me a moment to savor the mental warmth that is bread).

WHAT MORE CAN I SAY? Kokone brought some calming traits that I enjoyed and overall class.

(How are you not related to Rin Hoshizora, FFS?!)

Ran Hanamichi / Cure Yum Yum

I've never in my life wanted a yellow cure that brought literal charisma and flaming passion (and I bet there's one before her that I forgot).

Ran oozes so much life, I don't even know if life can handle her. Her dynamic with Men-Men was one joyride down a noodle coaster and into some Lo mein paradise...or General Tso sauce.

All food pun aside, I've had my eye set on her even before watching; I swear she and Rin Hoshizora would make good "Ramen buddies".

As for Yum Yum, noodles as cutters was a clever way to go. I also like the design, even if it feels a bit awkward at times; however, it works for the idea of a traditional Chinese background. Now that I think about it, I don't even know if it was confirmed if Ran was Chinese-Japanese to begin with. (Surely, someone mentioned this in an interview).

(Student council president with diamonds on her head and yet Arisa Komiya was not considered...but I'll take another Ai.)

Amane Kasai / Cure Finale (formerly Gentlu)

OOOHHHHHHHHH. I WANT TO TALK ABOUT AMANE FOR A BIT.

During her villain arc, Gentlu had this aura of a frosted strawberry pop tart: once you warm it up, it tastes great. She was this sad frosted strawberry pop tart left sitting in a wrapper, waiting for someone to open it and put her in a toaster of love.

Once she became Cure Finale, I started having mixed questions about her drastic hair color change. She barely qualifies as a purple cure in design, despite the rest being multicolored. At this point, the rules in Precure are starting to unravel a bit with the color coding.

Unlike Precious, Spicy, and YumYum, Finale has a sweet motif; even Amane has "amai" or "ama" in her name, which means "sweet". It makes sense for someone who works in a sweets parlor.

Side note: her unofficial mascot partner is a parfait Recipepe that acts so ritzy-titzy it's hilarious; only Pam-Pam and Men-Men can understand it.

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As for the Bundoru Gang, I felt they were a decent bunch.

Narcistoru and Spiritoru were pretty strong; Secretoru in her civilian form was more entertaining and I wish the writers would have done more of that earlier in the show. Then, there's Godatz, who [spoiler alert prevents me from revealing a lot so this censor is all you're getting].

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Moving on to some other opinions:

The OP is a literal earworm; it feels refreshing to hear a more cheerful, upbeat score.

The next to last episode had one of the most hilarious, absurd climaxes to a final boss fight I, in my opinion, ever witnessed.

The movie was surprisingly good for the most part, although Cait Sith was a hell of a movie villain with a somber backstory. When he went AWOL, I was just speechless.

(The STAPLE of Oishina Town became the deus ex machina and I couldn't keep my composure.)

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In the end, yes, Delicious Party Precure, despite my doubts on a food motif, actually impressed me with how it was executed. It surely was more entertaining than Tropical Rouge, but not enticing enough to leave a mark as a favorite. It has some odd moments, but, this is a season involving food and also etiquette; what were you expecting? A five-star lore to come out of it???

Anyways, this is definitely one to check out if you're passionate for food. I would even consider this to be a good starting point if you've never seen Precure at all (alongside Smile, Fresh or Maho Tsukai).

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With that being said, thus ends my yearly Precure season quota, even though Otona Precure 23 just started. As for the rest of the year, it has already been decided on the schedule. The Wheel has now finally been put to rest and hope to God I do not use that thing again.

Next month, look forward to me revisiting another anime title I've covered in the past. Perhaps....the most...clusterfuck of crossovers...featuring a familiar white rabbit looking son of a--

[blackhakumen]

Mini Fanfic #1090: Video Calling Mom (King of Fighters)

12:54 p.m. at Borgard's Residence's Living Room.......

The words "Incoming Call" appears on a blue laptop's screen. As a hand reach and press down the mouse pad to answer the call, a small square begins to pop up of a woman in long, brown hair waving 'hello' with a bright smile on her face.

????: Hiiiii honey!~

Shingo: (Happily Waves Back at the Woman on Screen) Hi mom!~ it's been so long since I've seen you. How have you been?

Ms. Yabuki: I've been doing well so far. Relaxing, getting out the house to shop and see friends, missing my three, darling angels to pieces almost everyday, rinse and repeat. Ooh! (Ducks Down to Get Something From the Left Side of the Foot of a Chair She's Sitting on) Speaking of shopping, I was at the mall yesterday and stumbling upon this cute thing~ (Shows Shingo a Plushie of Himself Wearing his Old School Uniform)

Shingo: ('Gasps') No way! I have plushies of myself selling around your area!?

Ms. Yabuki: (Happily Nodded) Yep-Yep!~ I got from Build-A-Fighter Workshop. They sell all the well known fighters from that KOF tournament you'd always go to. In fact, words has it that you just so happens to become a fan favorite. Even more so than Shizuka and Saisyuu-San's boy~

Shingo: (Almost at a Loss For Words) ................I never thought I will ever happy to have my own marketable plushies up until now.

Kula: (Walks into the Room) Hey, Shingo, whatcha doin-(Gasps Loudly at the Sight of althea Shingo Plushie on his Laptop Screen) Oh my goooosh!~ (Quickly Makes her Way to the Sofa and Sits Next to Shingo) Is that a mini plushie of you!?~

Rock: (Walks into the Room Along with K Behind Him to Take a Look at the Plushie on Screen) It looks cute.

K': (Gives Shingo a Bit of a Teasing Smirk) And less obnoxious than the original.

Shingo: (Gives K' a Deadpinned Look on his Face) Gee, thanks, K'.

Mary: (Walks in the Room and Smacks K' Upside the Back of his Head) Quit being rude. (Gives Shingo a Reassuring Smile) Ignore him, kiddo, you're a sweetheart to be around.

Shingo: (Smiles Brightly) Thanks, Ms.Mary!

Kula: Yeah, Shingo, you're way more sweet and fun than Mr. Lazybone behind you!

K': Better being lazy than being a energetic brat like you.

Kula: blows a Raspberry at K' while white haired boy points two middle fingers at her up and down.

Rock: ('Sigh') Knock it off already, two......

Mary: Seriously........

Ms. Yabuki: (Giggles Softly) Oho my!~ Are these are the lovely friends you told so much about, Shingo honey?

Shingo: (Smiles Sheepishly) More or less, yeah.....(Turns to the Gang Besides and Behind Him) Hey, guys!

Everyone stops bantering to one another as they give Shingo his attention.

Shingo: (Presenting Everyone to his Mother) I'd like to finally introduce you to the beautiful saint of a woman who gave me and my sister life, my mom!

Ms. Yabuki: (Giggles Softly While Blushing and Playfully Waving Off) Oh dear~

Shingo: And mom, allow me to introduce you to my lovely friends! Kula Diamond.

Kula: [Happily Waves at Mrs. Yabuki on Screen) Hiiiii!~

Shingo: Rock Howard Bogard.

Rock: (Smiles Softly at the Screen) Pleased to meet you.

Shingo: K' Dash.

K': 'Sup.

Shingo: And another beautiful saint who's willing to put up with our shenanigans for longest time now: Blue Mary!

Mary: (Starts Blushing a Bit While Smiling a Little and Moving the Front of her Hair Back) Honestly, Shingo, I'm not THAT much of a saint.....Still, it's nice to finally meet you, Mrs. Yabuki. (Happily Bows to Shingo's Mother)

Ms. Yabuki: (Smiles Brightly) Likewise!~ (Clasps her Hands Together) I cannot thank you all enough for looking after my precious, baby boy in Southtown.

Shingo: (Starts Blushing in Embarrassment) Mooooom.....We talked about this. I'm not a little kid anymore......

Ms. Yabuki: I know we did, sweetie. (Uses the Edge of her Knuckles to Wipe a Few Tears Away From her Eyes) But it's so hard for mothers, such as myself, to accept that fact completely.

Mary: (Let's Out an Exhausted Sigh) Girl, I know the feeling! (Walks Over to Rock and Hugs Him) Our babies are growing up too fast....

Rock:: (Puts on a Deadpinned Look on his Face Before Sighing Again) You too, Mary?

Mary: (Pouts at her Rocky) Yes, me too! I helped your dad raised you since you were a little tyke and now here you are getting older as the years goes by and it's too freaking fast! I hate it!

Rock: Well, that's how life and reality works! Neither of us can change how fast time flies no how much either of us want to. (Smiles Softly) But even that won't change the fact that you're one of the most important people in my life.

Mary: (Heart Begins to Melt in Pure Happiness) Rocky......You're important to me too~ Always~ (Gives Rock a Kiss on the Cheek)

Shingo/Kula: AWWWWWW~

Ms. Yabuki: So precious~

K: Too cutesy for my liking.

Mary: Awww K'~ Are you feeling left out in the Hugfest already?~

K': (Scoffs While Crossing his Arms) Yeah, like I'd ever wanted to be involved in some hug-!? (Immediately Gets Pulled into Mary and Rock's Hug Before Sighing) fest.

Rock: (Smirks Playfully) Admit it. You're loving this right now.

K': (Rolls his Eyes) Well, it's not inherently the worse thing in the world-

Kula: GROUP HUGS!~ (Happily Joins in on the Hugfest Along with Shingo)

K': .......But you people are pushing it.

Kula: Oh don't be such a sour puss. Group Hugs are the best.

K': Yeah, for losers maybe.

Shingo: (Smirks Teasingly) Well, I don't see you trying to break free~

Kula: (Starts Giggling Softly) Which makes you a loser too!~

K': ('Tch') Please. I'm way more cooler than all of you in this room combined.

Rock: Even Terry?

K': ESPECIALLY Terry.

Mary: Yeah, right!

Kula: Get real!

Shingo: He's the Legendary Wolf for a reason, you know!?

Mrs. Yabuki giggles softly at the group's back and forth banter until a doorbell is heard in the house.

Mary: Huh. Looks like we got company.

K': Someone get the door.

Everyone: Not it!

K': (Puts on a Sly Smirk) Not it.

Rock: You did that on purpose, didn't you?

K': Yep. Now, get off, losers.

Everyone else groans and reluctantly breaks up the group hug as K' makes his way to the door.

K': (Opens the Door) Welcome to the Losers residence, with the expectation of yours truly.

Rock: (From the Room) Delusion will get you nowhere!

Leona: (Standing in Front of the Doorway as She Casually Crosses her Arms) K' Dash. Good to see you're still as blunt as always.

K': (Shrugs) Yeah, well, being around these dorks almost everyday will do that to ya. What brings you here?

Leona: I was given a free time to myself from the colonel, for the rest of the day and decided to spend the rest of it with you guys, if you're not too busy that is.

K': Nah. (Points at the Room Behind Him) We're not doing much either, except meeting Shingo's mom for the first time.

Leona: Wait......(Lowers Her Arms as Her Eyes Slowly Begins to Widened in Fear at the Realization) Shingo-Kun's mother is here!?

K': (Rubbing the Back of his Head Back and Forth) I mean, I wouldn't say she's here's physically if that's what you're worried about. We're only talking to her on video chat. (Turns Back to Leona as He Raises an Eyebrow) What are you doing?

Leona: (Straightens Up her Hair and Tidying the Clothes She's Wearing in a Bit of a Panicked State) H-How do I look? Decent? Above average? (Turbs Back to K') Remotely presentable!?

K': Relax, Heidern Jr., you look fine enough as it is.

Leona: Are you sure? I-I can run back and change of-

K': ('Sigh') Would you quit your worrying already? Of course, I'm sure. Have I ever been dishonest to you? On second thought, don't answer that.

Shingo: (Makes his Way to the Doorway) Hey, K', mom's about to tell us a story about- (Gasps Before Smiling at a Familiar Face in Front of Him) Leona-san!~

Leona: (Shyly Waves Hello to her Boyfriend With a Small Smile) H-Hi darling. I hope you've been doing well.

Shingo: (Smiles Brightly) I'm doing great today. What about you?

Leona: I-

K': Your homegirl here is getting cold feet over meeting your mom.

Leona: (Glares at Comrade) K'!

K': Hey, don't try and hide it now. It's way too obvious to ignore.

Leona: Well, y-yeah! But- (Catches K' Raising an Eyebrow at Her Again and Shingo's Now Worried Look on hie Face Before Sighing in Defeat) Nevermind. You speak the truth....

K': ('Hmph') Damn right I do. I'm the only non loser here after all.

Shingo: (Gives K' a Deadpinned Look on his Face) You're still going on about that?

K': (Starts Walking Back to the Room) Yeeeuuuup. And I ain't gonna stop either.

Shingo: Of course you won't. (Turns Bacl to his Girlfriend) Are you okay?

Leona: (Nodded To Shingo) I am. It's....just my nerves getting the better of me is all.

Shingo: Hey, trust me, I get it. I'm still nervous just thinking about meeting your dad one of these days in the future.

Leona: (Gives her Boyfriend the Cutest Pout Imaginable) Shingooooo!

Shingo: (Quickly Smiles Sheepishly) Sorry, sorry! I know you already told over and over again to not worry, but it's kinda hard not to when you got reminded to meet him in a month or two.

Leona: ('Sigh') I, again, apologize for that. (Scowls at the Thought of What Happened That Evening) It seems one of my superiors doesn't know the concept of keeping it to himself.....

Shingo: (Chuckles Lightly) Yeah, but it was bound to happen sooner or later, so it's no harm done. mostly. (Gently Grab Hold of Leona's Hands) Hey there's no need to worry. My mom is one of the most sweetest person in the wholewide world, there's no way she would think badly of you.

Leona: Even if my confidence will begin to crack?

Shingo: ESPECIALLY when your confidence starts cracking. You are dating her nervous wreck of a son after all~ (Playfully Winks at Leona)

Leona: (Giggles Softly) I am~ And I love him very much.

Shingo: I love you too~ (Gives Leona a Kiss on the Forehead)

?????: Shingo honey?

The couple turns around to see the gang coming towards the doorway, with Kula holding Shingo's laptop, having it and Mrs. Yabuki face towards her own son.

Ms. Yabuki: Is everything alright over her- (Suddenly Notices a Blue Haired Girl Standing Next to Shingo) Oh. Hello, dear. Who might you be?

Shingo: Mom, I'd like to introduce you to Leona Heidern, my girlfriend.

Leona: (Properly Bows to Shingo's Mother) Pleased to meet you, ma'am.

Ms. Yabuki: (Eyes Begins to Widened in Genuine Surprise as She Coves her Mouth) You are his girlfriend? (Eyes Begins to Tear Up) My baby boi?

Shingo: (Eyes Widened in Fear) Oh no.

Leona: Y-Yes. We've been together for quite a while now.

Kula: (Smiles Brightly) Four months to be exact!~

Mrs. Yabuki: Four months!? You moved here, made new friends, and got yourself a job at a coffee shop, and NOW here you are getting yourself a girlfriend for FOUR MONTHS!? Why are you growing up so fahahaahaaaaast!~ (Burst Out Crying)

Shingo: ('Sigh') And there it is......My mom, ladies and gentlemen.

Leona: (Giggles Softly) She seems to love her baby boi very much~

Shingo: (Rolls his Eyes) That she does. To an overbearing sense.....

Rock: (Starts Nodding to Shingo) I feel your pain, brother.

Mary: (Pouts at Rock Beside Him) Oh come on. I'm not THAT overbearing-

Rock: I learned how to rode a motorcycle for the first time with Terry teaching me yesterday.

Mary: (Slowly Turns to Rock With a Surprised Look on her Face as Her Eyes Begins to Tear Up as Well) R-Really?

Rock: Yep. Even got my license and everything. (Shows Mary his Official Motorcycle License)

Mary: MY BABY BOYYYYY!~ (Immediately Pulls Rock Into Another Hug as She Bursts Out Crying)

Rock: See? Same pain.

K': (Smirking the Whole Time) Admit it. You two love being Mommas' Boys.

Rock/Shingo: Shut up.

Ms. Yabuki: Leona, dear?

Leona: Yes, ma'am?

Ms. Yabuki: ('Sniff') I know this is too much to ask, but.....('Sniff') Would you mind hugging my only son for me please? ('Sniff') The very thought of him being far away from me aches my heart ever so~

Shingo: ('Sigh') Mom, it's not that big of a deal. We'll see each other again. Eventually...... And hopefully.

Ms. Yabuki: (Eyes Starts Watering Up Again) I hope so......

Leona: (Giggles Once More) I got you covered, Mrs. Yabuki. (Gives Shingo a Loving Hug) I've been wanting to hug him all day today, in fact~

Kula: (Givesthe Laptop to K' Before Joining in on the Shingo Hugfest) Me too!~ We love you, Shingo~

Shingo: (Let's Out Another Sigh Before Smiling Again) Love you guys too.

@thelexhex

@tamrinthian

@cyber-wildcat

@albion-93

@caleb13frede

[valentine-writes]

can i request hcs of monty catching his s/o asleep cuddling a plushy of him 👹 it can either be in his greenroom or in their office idk any other sleepable locations 😭

i just got mine in the mail and its all i think abt when i hold it 😭

s/o reader with monty plush hcs !

↳ ft. montgomery gator

「 gn! reader, romantic relationship <3 」

author's note: anon ohmy that's adorbz!! awugwhdh of course!!!!! /ᐠ.ᆽ.ᐟ \ <3 also lucky omg luv that sm- i've been trying 2 find one online 2 buy but no luck rn :( anyways!!! grammar mistakes + spelling errors as usual soz </3

▸ so you and monty have been dating for a while. and whether this was before or during the relationship- you've acquired a plushie version of him along the way!

▸ plush monty is a lot smaller than actual monty, much quieter, and much easier to bring around than him. being able to keep a small piece of monty with you (in this case, an entire smaller copy of him) is one of the main reasons you have this plushie

▸ since monty will probably never leave the pizzaplex, now you've got a plush of him to have with you when you're away from him- how sweet :] travel sized monty either waits for you at home or is practically with you 24/7!!!!!

▸ here's the thing- monty didn't know that you had this little plushie of him. not until recently, that is ;] you just so happened to bring the little plushie along to your usual visit to the plex...

▸ you were used to waiting for him in his green room during after hours, no matter how late that was, but today, sleepiness was slowly taking you over. he probably wouldn't mind if you napped on the couch, just for a second-

▸ pulling plush monty into your arms and cuddling him close, you slowly drifted off to sleep in the comfortable silence. you reasoned that it would just be for a few minutes and hoped that you'd be awake before he's even here...

▸ you hoped WRONG. after a few minutes into your nap, monty entered his green room a little too loudly, feeling a little bit of that after show tension that he usually does- and then noticed you curled up on the couch. immediately his agitation dissipates at the sight of you

▸ his first thought was of how adorable you were, asleep on his couch as you waited for him. his second thought? mostly curiosity as to what you were holding in your arms.

▸ the way you wrapped yourself around it obscured the view of the item, so carefully, very carefully he gently moved your arm. just a tiny bit. just so he could see.

▸ he immediately froze. it was him! well- like. a miniature, non metal, marketable version of him. and you were holding onto it in your sleep like it was the most precious thing in the world. he had to admit, he was almost jealous of his plush counterpart

▸ animatronics can't cry. not with actual tears anyways- but damn was he so close to doing exactly that. you just looked so sweet cuddling a plushie- and of him too??? his ego was at an all time high. i stand by the fact monty is a soft guy at heart despite what he tends to act like- and oh my gosh, that was showing right now

▸ a little too loudly he chuckles, lowering himself to meet face to face. monty wakes you up and as your eyes slowly flutter open, he grins.

▸ "wouldn't you prefer the real thing?" he probably remarks as you awaken. monty opens his arms as you slowly stand up to give you a hug.

▸ he notices the soft shake in your legs as you stand, still a little drowsy despite having rested- it wasn't a very long nap, so it makes sense for you to still be sleepy. monty scoops you up into his arms and now you get to nap with him for real!!!

▸ well more like, you nap while he thinks of how heart-clutchingly endearing it was seeing you with the monty plush.

▸ it becomes a regular occurrence for him to let you fall asleep in his arms if you're tired. plush monty can't keep all of your cuddles to himself after all.

▸ oh but after this- he'll NEVER let you live it down. expect a lot of teasing because he's going to bring it up for an eternity. he'll even joke about getting a cute little plushie of you to snuggle up with when he's recharging

▸ he's only like- half joking really, because if he got his hands on a custom made plush of you?? oh, he would literally never let go of it when you're away (not that you'll ever hear that from him, no, his tough guy emotions are totally in check and not a mess because of how much he misses you when you're away)

▸ he'll now frequently ask how "monty jr" is doing when you come over and this confuses the hell out of the other glamrocks. freddy once overheard this conversation and awkwardly but politely as possible asked about it the next day, asking questions as to figure out who "monty jr" was.

▸ monty probably never lets you or freddy live that conversation down either- but oh well. he's honestly flattered you got that little montgomery gator plushie, and it cheers him up to know that you love him sm :( <3

[mikeys-jellycat-selection]

Jellycat Review: Bashful Bunny (medium, apple) 🎀

It's almost Easter time. My store has just completed our yearly "Bunny Buy" in anticipation of the influx of Rabbit Enthusiasts. I wade through seas of Bashful Bunnies every single day, and to be honest, I'm not crazy about them. But what's this? A single Bunny in particular catches my eye. It's lime green (green is one of my favorite colors), it has a cute white tail, and its flopped over from a severe stuffing deficit. Apple is one of my favorite words, and this particular beast is irresistibly flopsy, so I'm unable to restrain myself from purchasing my first Bashful Bunny...

The specs 🎀

Fur texture: 7/10

Bashful Bunnies are soft. Their fur is pretty inoffensive... it has a nice, pleasant silkiness that unfortunately gets disheveled rather easily. I can't really rate it too low because jellycat fur, even at its most average, is way more pleasant that the norm, but compared to the "Beautifully Scrumptious" fur of the coveted smudge collection, it's nothing to write home about.

Design: 6/10

Something about the Bashful Bunnies... They're not ugly by any sense of the word, but personally, I'm not super fond of them. Their arms are very thin in person, their faces are occasionally laughably malformed, and their noses are just a bit too big for my tastes. HOWEVER... The brightly colored spring Bunnies of the most recent release are pretty adorable! Their precious white tails add a great pop of contrast, and the vibrant colors just add a special something to their design that I feel the more muted BB's lack. I appreciate their large ears, though, and they're pleasant to hold. Their necks fit well in my hand, and those long ears are great for grabbing and stroking. My bunny is slightly understuffed, which I adore, since slouchy plushies have a great appeal to me. Keep in mind that every bashful bunny has a unique face, so I recommend purchasing in person, if at all possible.

Size: 8/10

Medium BB's are superior to their larger counterparts, in my opinion. They can sit in your hand, provide an acceptable hug, and be carried around easily. They're not TOO small, at a respectable H12" × W5" inches, but they're not particularly big either. A great every day plush that fits in a bag or can be carried around somewhat discreetly.

Accessibility:

As of 2/13/23, Bashful Bunnies are literally everywhere. They're one of, if not the most, beloved and well known jellycat designs, so they're not in danger of retirement any time soon. If you can't find a bunny in the Apple color, they also have Zingy (chartreuse), Fern (a softer, more understated green), and Forest (a deep, darker green). Retail price is $25.00 (all BB's are), and the second hand market seemingly isn't asking for too much. You can find an Apple bunny if you look.

Overall 🎀

I like my Apple Bunny! I liked him enough to buy him, which is more than can be said for literally every other Bashful Bunny. Mine also had a few appealing defects which drew my attention, though, so take my opinion with a grain of salt. This is one plushie I'm not afraid to cuddle with, because I'm not particularly worried about damaging him or ruining his fur. For that reason, I actually spend more time with Apple than I do some of my favorite plushies. Apple Bunny provides a valuable service. It is a thankless job, but an essential one. I can't lay my entire body onto my precious Wilf, for example, what if I crush his fur? His brothers and sisters are too valuable for this task, so it falls to the intrepid Apple to suffer being flattened every night, and shaken violently about like a fuzzy maraca whenever I need to stim.

Overall, I'd rate my Apple Bunny a 7.5/10. Here's a picture of my unfortunate friend. Note the misaligned eyes and the slouch.

[persephoneflowerpetals]

ARE YOU KIDDING ME!!?? I LOVE THIS OMG IM GONNA EXPLODE WITH HAPPINESS THIS IS SO ADORABLE I CANNOT 🥹🥹🥹🥹💕💕💕💕🩷🩷🩷🩷❣️❣️❣️❣️

THAT’S LITERALLY THE PERFECT PALACE PET FOR PERSEPHONE!!! I’M GONNA NEED A MARKETABLE PLUSHIE OF DAHLIA RIGHT NOW PLEASE 💕🌸🎀

Literally like, pink and bows and flowers are just my entire aesthetic and I love dogs (and literally just animals in general lmao) so that is absolutely precious!!!!

As I do with literally anyone who draws a pic of Persephone, I will be saving and cherishing this forever!!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR DRAWING HER!!! I AM HONORED!!! 😭🩷🩷🩷

Also I just wanna say that I freaking love Selene and Rina’s palace pets too!!! They 100% suit them!!!! Moonsugar is totally giving me the vibes of those Bratz ponyz toys they sold back in the 2000s lol (I mainly played that one flash game where you can style and decorate one of the ponies lmao I spent hours of my childhood playing that one 😂)!!! And the lil snekkie twins are adorable!!! 🥰🐍🐍

Palace pets for

The Wives of Hades

Selene and Moonsugar for: @jelly-drop-buttons

PLEASE IGNORE HOW ODD HER POSE LOOKS I WAS RUSHING SO BAD😭. PLEASE ACCEPT THIS GIFT!!

Persephone and Dahlia for: @persephoneflowerpetals

I FORGOT TO SHADE AND HER LEFT HAND LOOKS A BIT OFF BUT YEA I HOPE YOU LIKE IT ^_^!! SORRY IF I DIDNT DRAW HER ACCURALY ENOUGH

AND THEN HERES RINA OBVIOUSLY WITH HER TWO PET SNAKES PRETTY N PLEASANT

Art taglist:

@re3tro0 (hi pookie🐺) @delicatestringbean @maddieinheaven @dreamwinged @optizcool

Divider by pixel prism!!

[violet-of-the-stars]

I don't regret keeping soft cesar's bow tie he's so goddamn cute i love him he's so scrunkly scrimblo he's so damn scrunkly he's my latest blorbo and he's so damn precious i wish i had a marketable plushie of him

I KNOW. CESAR SKRUNKLY AS HELL I AGREE SO MUCH.

If there was a marketable plushie of him I would buy it so fast you don’t even know